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|Xmas Eve in Cabo we released sea turtles into the Sea of Cortez
I'm going to guess the winner in this moment...I haven't read anything regarding the winner...I'm going to say - Ozzy. It burns my ass to type that out, but honestly, if he gets to the final, he's going to win. He's been able to "wine and dine" each member of the jury as they reached Redemption (Sophie said that). I mean, I really don't want him to win, but if he gets back into the game and wins immunity while there, he's going to win the entire game. If he doesn't - I'm going to guess Coach. I'm okay with Coach winning the game. I would much prefer Sophie win overall (she's my person for the work pool). Albert doesn't deserve it at all...he comes up with these game changing plans and never follows through. Sophie maintained the status quo, but at least she kept going with what she should be doing. I hope she kicks Ozzy's butt and wins immunity and he goes home.
UtOh! We might have missed some of the Survivor show! The one where we end up getting to the final three. We'll see what goes down. Rick - not too sure what he would win on. What did he do this entire game but vote party line?
So, we're getting the recap - boring...boring...boring.
Forgot about Coach's "christian man" irrevocable promise to Ozzy to bring him final three. Albert made a douche bag move and didn't give Brandon the necklace back and Brandon got sent to Redemption. Forgot about that too.
Let's see what Brandon can do to get Ozzy out. Please do it Brandon.
Coach doesn't want to be made a fool of out here in Survivor - not this time. He's sick and tired of being lied to by Albert. Albert flat out said that he didn't think Brandon was going home today. Liar. He knew. He knew.
Ozzy bores me. I don't even want to type out what he says. He's annoying. He's comparable to Boston Rob. If Ozzy wins - they might as well have replayed last season.
We arrive at the dual. Awesome. They hold onto a pole for as long as they can. Could they have picked a more ridiculous challenge? Could they have geared this challenge more for Ozzy? That's all they did. They set it up for Ozzy to win. They bloody-well set it up. I hate this game. They should lay out, on line, the duals one by one before they happen. Like, at the beginning of the season they can say: Here are the duals for Redemption Island, 1, 2, 3...and then I wouldn't suspect any funny business. I can't be the only one. Forty minutes and Brandon is still up there. Awesome. Bullshit challenge for this dual. Bullshit I call bullshit. Not necessary, but I'll tell you - Ozzy won. Baby Hantz is going home. At some point this season he gained his own name. I think they finally decided that he deserved to be called by his first name and let go of the Russell connection.
Albert's going to have another chance at a game changing move. He could woo Ozzy. Oops, I was mistaken, when they interviewed him right after Ozzy came back he figured they all four will be voting for Ozzy for him to go home (Coach, Rick, Sophie, Albert). Coach took Ozzy aside and told him that he was going to save him. "I feel like you deserve to be in this game," Coach. What the fuck for? Because he's played before? Because he's had multiple chances to win? How is that fair? How? They should get rid of his ass after they punt Ozzy. Or maybe they should get Coach off first. I'm tired of seeing previous Survivors win this game. They had their shot. Let's get back to the old days when we got to meet new people playing this game. Why always "allstars"?
Balance and make a card house as challenge. Whoopi. These challenges might as well be taken from a hat labeled, "Challenges Ozzy can win". Sweet - Sophie has a book about how to make card houses. I hope she wins. Sophie ran out of tiles before she hit the win line. Coach's stack fell, Ozzy is in the lead, and Sophie had to change her strategy (she ran out of cards!). Thankfully, Ozzy ran out of pieces too. WHOA! Sophie is swearing at Albert to help her win. Then out of nowhere! NOWHERE, Jeff says that you can't help each other and it's an 'individual game' now. Sophie got too emotional about the game and now she's not going to win at all. It's going to be Ozzy. Ozzy or Coach.
I hate this game. It sucks this year. Totally fixed for Ozzy to have some crazy come back win. They did the same shit with Boston Rob.
Honestly, I don't even care if the end of it didn't record and I don't see who wins this game.
Coach, "Rick's got the best chance to win this game right now." Whatever. Unless they aren't showing us anything at all. Apparently he tells good stories. He's a hard worker and everyone loves him. Ozzy's trying to talk about Sophie going home. He's talking to Albert and he's the easiest person to sway period. Albert needs to go next, but everyone should want to take him to the end considering he's got zero chance. Now Rick wants to get rid of Sophie. Coach said, "I'd vote for Sophie." Rick asks, "Would you vote for me." Coach, "No." Liar. Albert needs to blow that information out there - Ozzy just told him that Coach gave him his word that he would take Ozzy to the finals. I think my character might be going home.
Jeff just asked Coach about why they should get rid of Ozzy. He skirted around the answer and then Ozzy told everyone that Coach said he was going to take him to the final three. Ozzy's a jerk. He made my person cry. He said she was a spoiled brat and that everyone felt that way about her. Ozzy's a douche bag and I don't care. He can be out there and shine as a jerk and make people cry he can handle this random stranger's opinion of him. Should you win Ozzy - you won because the TV executives need to bring up the ratings. Dink.
So, during the end of Tribal Counsel Sophie had a breakdown because she was really hurt by what Ozzy said about her. She was mostly hurt that he said everyone called her down and said she was spoiled. She cried and wished she didn't give off that impression of herself. She realized that what she once thought was a strength might be a weakness. She is brash and hard to get to know.
I wish Coach would have given his idol to Sophie.
WAHOOOOOOOhhhoooooo! Sophie has remainded in the game. Rick got voted out because Coach changed his mind. Nice try Coach. Trying to shake Rick's hand like he's a child or something. "Oh, I'm so sorry I voted you out." I imagine that's what Coach would say. I hope you beat Ozzy's ass Sophie! Win immunity so Ozzy goes home.
Hahahaha, maybe Coach will change his mind about taking Ozzy to the final. Tehee. I hope he doesn't win and Coach can change his mind about taking him to the end. Coach did ask Ozzy to not say anything about the plan. Ozzy just tried to burn him out there so that his tribe would go against him. Come on Coach, this is your chance to not take him to the end and win the game with people who deserve it at the end. Take Sophie and Albert. That would be fantastic. Coach might still win, but he would have shown that he remained loyal to the two people he had the closest relationships with. So, now Ozzy and Coach might make this a tie between Albert and Sophie. They're acting like A and S aren't even in contention to win. Fuck those two guys...I hope Sophie wins so bad.
Hasn't Ozzy been known for winning puzzle challenges? Guess he's just all around good at challenges.
Here's the LAST immunity challenge ever. They have to trapse through five different obstacles and collect five bags with puzzle pieces. Albert and Ozzy have two back. Sophie is getting tired. Ozzy back with three. Now he's back with four. Sophie has two finally. Coach has three and Sophie too. Albert with three. Ozzy has five and can work on the puzzle. Albert has four back. Coach back with five and can start on the puzzle and now Sophie. Please win Sophie. "Don't panic," Jeff...nice, solid advise. Sophie has her first piece and Ozzy is trying to cheat. Sophie has two and now three. There are eight total to get in. Ozzy has two pieces, now three. Sophie with four and now five. Why can OZZY cheat! Why aren't you calling him on it. Sophie has 7 and SHE WON! FUCK YA! I love this game all over again! Fuck you Ozzy. I mean that with all due respect.
Sophie just went back to camp and then talked about how she was surprised how easy it really was once she got the first piece. This is so sweet.
Ozzy is working Coach. He wants Coach to vote Albert out so that they can build a fire together. If Ozzy makes it to the final - he's going to win. I would vote for him just because Coach is such a dumb ass for taking him to final three. They are acting as if Sophie has no chance in this game at all. If they all go I hope Sophie is able to show that she played against two historical figures in this game of Survivor and beat them all in the end.
Three times each - Coach and Ozzy have had the chance to win. I hope neither one of them wins. Neither one. They are no more deserving than any of the others. Perhaps they are less than deserving. Coach about Ozzy on Redemption, "Coming back is almost impossible." There is at least one person coming back from Redemption. Someone would have come back. That's the point. Just because Ozzy won so many in a row doesn't mean he's more of a warrior. I think he played well, but I don't believe it makes him the better person. I hope Coach votes party line. I hope he sticks with Albert and Sophie. It's his best chance to win. OZZY IS GOING HOME. Hells ya. I love this game. I am again a fan. He did have the best exit - I'll give him that.
|Sophie - She slayed the Dragon!
Sophie is working on figuring out her emotional game. She wants to ensure she maintains her composure. She's going in logically and not emotionally. Albert is pretty sure he's played the best game of the three remaining. He wants to be sharper and more on his heels, not on his toes. Something like that. Coach thinks he's like the phoenix rising from the ashes of the dragon that went into the fire. Who will win? I'll be okay if Coach wins, but I'll be even more okay if Sophie wins. Coach kept his team fully together through to the end. He was a great leader and 'coach'.
Albert's last statement - "this is a social experiment...it's not about chess, it's about people..." he brought in God and how thankful he is for this opportunity.
Sophie - it's about outplaying and she held her own...she won three individual immunity...she did well for alliances...her strategy was to follow the alliance...she realized that her social game wasn't as strong as it could have been.
Coach - Redemption was built for Ozzy. He's talking about his past games. He lead with compassion, appreciation, and respect. He recognized he was a leader. He worked with everyone around him and he was happy to have been replenished 10 fold by opening up to others and sharing personally in the game.
Coach wins for the statement. Sophie comes in second for breaking down her game and strategy. Albert didn't even make the top three for me.
Now to the jury questions/statement/whining:
Ozzy - First he said that NO one wanted to vote for any of them. He was all cute with his Pippy Longstocking braids. He proceeded to slam Sophie and called her down and try to make her feel like shit. He felt that Albert didn't do anything to get there. He thought that Coach didn't deserve it because he didn't take him to the end. Ozzy is just a douche bag. Coach played with the TWO people at the end and that was his strongest alliance. Coach answered that he played mostly honourable, but he was not honest all the time.
Jim - wants to know why Albert thinks Coach and Sophie do not deserve to win. Albert thinks him and Sophie carried Coach and that Sophie did not play a social game.
Dawn - What was your strategy Sophie? Sophie said she wished she could be a man to take two young women to the end...she felt that Coach was like a young woman because he would be loyal. She really liked Albert because he enjoyed talking strategy and so did she.
Rick - his feelings are hurt and really what was Sophie supposed to do? He was complaining that he got voted out when he ended up trying to vote her out. Maybe he was upset because he tried to get her to try and vote out Albert and she didn't go for it so he had to try and get her out. I don't know. I think they leave a lot out during the editing process. Should she have voted for herself? What were her options. She had a stronger alliance with Coach and with Albert - this was clear to the audience. It was between her and him - then he calls her a liar. I don't think that was fair.
Now it's Brandon's turn - He addresses Coach first - "You were a man of god and you would never vote me out of the game. Do you have anything to say to me?" Coach said that he knows he is hurt and then Brandon forgave him. He then asked Albert how he feels about using God to get to the final three. Brandon thought he didn't use god to get there. Brandon asked him if he know that he was being sent to Redemption and chose to not give back the individual immunity - Albert kept trying to give more than a one word answer. Brandon kept saying, "YES or NO. YES or NO." Albert said something like, "no not really..." he should have been honest.
What's her name even? I think it might be Whitney...she didn't have anything good to say to Albert or Coach. Then she got to Sophie - she felt it would be hard to write her name down because she took no time to get to know anyone. Sophie did say that she's very blunt and intimidating - she would like to work on her weakness and work on her character.
Edna - "...the inherent ingredient (in Survivor) is manipulation." She felt that religion was used in the best way because religion is the best way to manipulate and "dupe" people. She didn't slam anyone. That was good. She reminded the rest of the jury that they shouldn't be so upset with the three up there because they all allowed it to happen that way.
Keith - who are you again? He asked Coach if he was going to use the immunity idol as a team or would he have kept the idol hidden. Coach, Sophie, and Albert were able to agree that it was a team idol. When they were at the six/six tie for voting, Coach was going to let someone on his team use it if they thought they needed to.
OMG - Sophie totally put the information out there about Brandon not knowing when the idol was hidden. Coach's time is over now! She said that her and Coach sent Brandon out there to search for an idol that they already knew was found! That was hilarious.
Cochran - he really likes Coach. He was pretty happy and believed he was going to the final three with Coach. He liked the game. He then decided that he didn't like the word honour anymore. He said that Coach says it so often he doesn't even know what honour means anymore. Coach just said that he wanted to play the game well. He wanted to keep everyone happy. He realizes now that his game wasn't that great. Coach doesn't play a really great strategy game - Sophie said that she did the strategizing and then Albert piped in. Really - they did do the strategy...but Coach kind of orchestrated it all. I mean, okay, the maestro conducts the orchestra, but the individuals play the game...where was Coach...was he in the orchestra or was he the maestro? I'm not sure anymore. I think Sophie might have been the strategist and maestro.
Reading the VOTES: Coach, Sophie, Coach, Sophie, Coach, Sophie, Sophie, SOPHIE! Holy shit! I won, I won, I won! I mean, Sophie won. :) Sweet.
At the end Sophie spoke about the slamming of her character and I'm really happy with her response: She spoke about how she was a girl scout and her entire life she was taught to be confident and she wasn't going to apologize for it now. I'm glad she said that. She's right, you know? She is a confident woman and she was expected to feel badly about who she is? Good for you, Sophie.
So, we got the first part of the finale show where they figure who wins, but we missed the part where Russell speaks and they show who wins the 100K. I heard that Russell was super mean to his nephew and Brandon recognized that his family is mean and he has God - so all is good. And DB, Ozzy got it. I would have picked Cochran. Cochran or Coach.


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Day 264: Ballan
Day 264: 4.30am
Day 264: 8.30am
Hello everyone before we get into the walk today and head of to Melbourne I just wanted to thank Mr Tony Lovett from the Koori Hub and the Ballarat Masters Football Club for helping us out by helping with getting our cars served at the mechanic by covering the cost. Thank you Mr Tony Lovett for assisting us with help mate
I also what to thank Sgt Mel Peters from Ballarat police by calling the police in Melbourne to look at helping us out with assisting to escort us over the Melbourne bridge when we walk into Melbourne from west side of it. I hope that the police of Melbourne well help us when we make our walk into Melbourne.
Thank you Sgt Mel peter
[Guest Post] Thanks for the wrap Clinton. Regent Auto in Ballarat Arena Mclaren did a great deal looking after your cars, the Ballarat ACJP picked up the tab for the remaining repairs. I just facilitated it.
Once again, thanks for stopping in Ballarat and sharing your story and inspiration! – Tony Lovett
[Admin] Ballarat Regent Automotive Services
Day 264: 9am
Good morning guys we on our way into Melbourne
Day 264: 11am
I have walk over 4,000 something km now I doing this walk for everyone to bring unity in this country. I walk for my family who i stood with on Heirssion island for 16month who fought for homeless an forced closure of community. A strong family I have and a proud family I have who just what our community to be reopened up and get back on with our live. I Walk for community that been close down to get them reopened up. We stand strong and proud and we a ready to fought for anyone who need help.
I walk to end poverty in community around Australia, I walk for ever homeless person who live in this country who need a home. I walk to bring everyone together to bring unity forward to get justice for everyone and for our self. This walk is for you my family back home in Perth, this walk is for my people, this walk is for all my friend who stood with and this walk is for everyone else. This government for to long has hurt us all and it time we get justice served.
Day 264
– Garry
Day 264: 12pm
We have left Ballarat, on our way. – Noonie
Day 264: 1pm
Thank you NITV for publishing this story about the walk and it good you written it down well about time. Please have a read guys a real story to read about why I walking and what I have notest been in community, station, homeland and town. It time for them to listen when I get into Canberra.
I ain't walking to Canberra to see the prime minister. I walking to Canberra to see the governor general because a none is a none it time we talk to the queen right hand man ask for the one of royal family to come here to see us all.
Day 264
On the old Melbourne rd – Garry
Day 264: 3.30pm
This is Herbie had the day off school to walk with Clinton – Garry
Day 264: 6pm
We just coming over the hill of Melbourne and I can say I never seen a big city before bigger than Perth there so much light woo😱 this me and my team first time coming into Melbourne in our life😨
Day 264: 6.30pm
We had a young walker with us today. His mum was keeping an eye on him, Herbert was no problem, not long after this photo Herbert and his mum headed home. Thankyou Herbert for the company, thanks to his mum for bringing Herbert out – Noonie
Day 264: 7pm
We made it to Ballan. – Noonie
Days 262 & 263: Leaving Ballarat
Day 262: 6am
Wwwwoooo our walk is starting to make it way back into social media group and it about time please have a read.
"A WA indigenous man is more than eight months, 4000km and five pairs of shoes into his walk from Perth to Canberra for Aboriginal rights."
Day 262: 6.30am
Good morning everyone people in Ballarat there a event today come a long to meet my team an I at Victoria park around 10am today. I well see you all there
Day 262: 10am
It is about time main stream media are now covering this walk for justice. So tonight we be watching the news to see what they going to say about the walk. Let make this walk big and get it out there to the people before we reach Canberra.
Day 262
A cold start to this morning, -3, that has been the coldest, it beat WA by -1 with a -2 in WA. Then to a meeting in a park were channel nine film Clinton and was on tv tonight. Well done channel nine. – Noonie
Day 262: 11.30am
Change your profile to support Clinton Pryor's Walk from WA to Canberra #IsupportClinton#WalkForJustice
Day 262: 2pm
I just wanted to thank Shu Brown from inclusion coordinate for organize think for the last couple day and help organize the event today in Ballarat. Also what to thank other for helping. City of Ballarat – Koori Engagement Action Group (KEAG) for accommodation for tonight and Fiona Machin for helping us with organize accommodation last night.
I what to thank Ballarat and District Aboriginal Cooperative (BADAC) for accommodation in Beaufort where we stay before making our way this way. I also what to thank Bryon Powell – Elder & Tradition Owner – Wadawurrung People from Ballarat country area for welcoming us to they country.
DELWP – Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning for help with think and also Mr Tony Lovett from the Koori Hub and the Ballarat Masters Football Club for the BBQ this morning. Thank you Ballarat community for welcoming us in to your beautiful town.
Day 263: 8.30am
Good morning guys before i start the day of walking this is Jack and Daniel, they regularly donate their pocket money to great causes and chose #ClintonsWalk this month. My admin team took the liberty of sending them a thankyou postcard. Their mum Skye has given her permission to share this. I just want to thank Jack and Daniel from the bottom of my heart for donating to our walk. You two are little league please keep following us on Facebook because think a going to get really amazing when we reach Melbourne
Thank you Jack, Daniel an to your mother Skye thank you
[Admin] Clinton's Walk For Justice GoFundMe
Day 263: 9am
[Admin] On the evening of June 6, Clinton's Walk For Justice will join the Warriors of the Aboriginal Resistance – WAR in a march through Naarm (Melbourne), beginning at Parliament Gardens.
Clinton Pryor, a Wajuk, Balardung, Kija and Yulparitja man from Western Australia has been on his Walk For Justice since leaving Perth in September last year.
Clinton and the Walk For Justice Team are headed for Canberra, where they will deliver strong messages on behalf of the people and communities the team has met with right across the country.
Clinton says two messages are coming through very clearly from Aboriginal communities right now:
"First – our sovereignty was never ceded and our rights as the first nation peoples of this land should be recognised and respected as sovereign. And also our elders should be given back control over our communities."
Warriors of the Aboriginal Resistance is a of collective of young Aboriginal people committed to the cause of decolonization and the philosophy of Aboriginal nationalism – resistance and revival.
We invite all of the community to support Clinton walk through Naarm. Families are encourage to bring their young ones along to meet deadly brother Clinton.
What to bring: Banners, flags, gum leaves and paint-up.
Must bring rain weather gear to protect yourself from the elements, it is expected to be a cold welcome into Naarm.
Rain, hail or shine our brother Clinton walks for justice and we know we can show him our strength, love and support next Tuesday at 5pm at Parliament.
Day 263: 1pm
Hey guys please have a read another media release. This one is from the courier Ballarat news an paper media group.
Day 263: 8pm
Our day has finish in Ballarat. – Noonie
Day 263: 11pm
The country side and things to see, on out way in to Ballarat. – Noonie
Day 261: Ballarat
Day 261: 6.30am
Good morning everyone that tonight we be making our way into Ballarat town. Tomorrow morning there going to be a event at Victoria park on Oak drive. Please get there at 10am as there going to BBQ, speaking and Wadawurrung traditional owners of the country area are going to do welcome to country to welcoming us into they country area. So please get there tomorrow at 10am.
Day 261: 8am
On our way towards Ballarat, we are walking on the Western Hwy and we be in Ballarat tonight. Then it Melbourne our second city yyyyyeeee
Day 261: 9.30am
Had a walk around Beaufort this morning to enjoy the town, of what I had time for. What part of this journey don't I like. None. – Noonie
Day 261: 10.30am
Heading out of Beaufort. – Noonie
Day 261: 4pm
I just got this thought message from Michelle Place
Hi Clinton, I have to start by saying you are a legend! Super inspiring and very brave, what a challenge you have set yourself for such an important cause. I am a teacher and I have been showing the kids what you are doing and they are so keen to give you support! Today we played in the Aboriginal Power Cup and we have added your hashtag to our Guernsey to show our love and support for you. You are inspirational and a modern day hero to me. What you are doing is so significant and meaningful, and I have loved following your journey so far👏 ❤👊💙👐
Thank you Michelle Place and thank you guys for supporting the walk for justice. Keep following us we just getting started on the walk.
Day 261: 4pm
From Beaufort to the end of the day for us. Then we will spend the night in Ballarat. – Noonie
Day 261: 5.30pm
It was a day of people stopping today, good and wonderful people. – Noonie
Day 261: 6pm
"Clinton Pryor, 27, believes indigenous elders should be given full control of their communities.
Mr Pryor was involved in protests on Heirisson Island in Perth last year over the forced closure of WA indigenous communities when he decided to embark on foot to see Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull."
Article by Rebecca Gredley, Australian Associated Press, published on Perth Now.
Photo courtesy of Lydia Shaw Photography.
Day 261
Shared by Garry
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Days 259 & 260: Ararat & Beaufort
Day 259: 1.30pm
(You never know what you going to learn when your doing something amazing. All that matter is learn wile you can on it.)
Day 259: 6pm
We are at Ararat for the day, so I went for a little walk to the main street to have a look around. – Noonie
Day 260: 8.30am
Day 260: 10.30am
On our way out of Ararat. – Noonie
Day 260: 11am
On our way towards Ballarat town now. We be getting into Ballarat by tomorrow night. I have talk with the council group of Ballarat to help us by doing a welcome to country on Wednesday morning around 10am an to help out with donation, food voucher and fuel voucher on top accommodation for me and my team.
I trying to organize and look at where in Ballarat to do welcome to country from the council group and a location where everyone can come to meet us to. So I waiting on the council group to give me a call back tomorrow. Once I have a location I put it up on Facebook letting people know where to meet for the welcome to country.
If people from organization or from group what to help out in some way or help donate please commit your name, number and who you with or who you work for please commit or message me so i can call you to organize think with you over the phone.
Day 260
On our way to a lunch break. – Noonie
Day 260: 8pm
Cartoon by Cathy Wilcox, shared by Garry
Day 260
From lunch time and after changing a tyre on the buggie, we made it into Beaufort with some night walking. – Noonie
Days 257 & 258: Ararat
Day 257: 8am
Good morning guys it anther beautiful day of walking. Up early and into it, getting closer an closer ever day to Melbourne we are not far now. If people what to know where we are. We are still on the Western Hwy going towards Melbourne we are about 250km out from Melbourne on the Western Hwy. That is a 5 day walk none stop. But we looking at getting in Melbourne in 7 days because we going to use the 2 days to see community, council group and anyone else who waiting for us. You all have amazing day today
Day 257: 9am
I'll be looking – Garry
Day 257
From camp to lunch. – Noonie
Day 257: 5pm
Thank you Malika Kickett sister for adding this to my picture it well said.
(A person without culture is like a tree without root.)
Day 257
Lunch next to a lake and camping in a caravan park. – Noonie
Day 258: 9am
Welcome to Victoria where they show you and teach you how to go to the toilet.
@Clintonswalk I think they need to reverse their signage 🙂 https://t.co/5xgbVCR4ZS
— Bryce New (@BryceNew247) May 27, 2017
Day 258: 10am
We are on the walk from the caravan park. A warm start with cloud building up. – Noonie
Day 258: 1pm
Day 258: 2.30pm
It raining where we are. We about 5km out from Ararat town. We be camping in Ararat tonight. Than tomorrow we be making our way towards Ballarat town and we be getting into Ballarat town by Tuesdays morning. Than it Melbourne yyyyyeeee out second big city on our walk. Melbourne mob we are on our way so let make this happen Melbourne people
Day 258
Day 258: 5pm
We finish up at Ararat. – Noonie
Day 258: 7.30pm
A few photos of the country side on our way to Ararat. – Noonie


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Gilbert Espinosa
Oct. 18, 1978-Jan. 15, 2018
Age: 39
Residence: LaSalle
Gilbert Louis Espinosa 39, of LaSalle passed away unexpectedly on Jan. 15, 2018.
He was born Oct. 18, 1978, in Pueblo to Patricia (Baros) Espinosa. He grew up in Pueblo and attended East High School. After eight years, he finally married his high school sweetheart, Heather White. They moved to the Denver area and had three beautiful children. Gilbert loved spending time with his family and in the great outdoors. He enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting and made many great friends along the way.
He is survived by his wife, Heather, and his precious children, Abigail, Allisa and Landon. His mother Patricia, his in-laws Carol White and Jay Morgenstern and numerous other family members and wonderful friends.
Gilbert was preceded in death by his grandfather, John Baros.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018, at the Moser Funeral Service Chapel, 3501 S. 11th Ave. in Evans.
An online obituary and guest book are at www.moserfuneralservice.com.
Elizabeth Gettman
July 13, 1923-Jan. 12, 2018
Age: 94
Residence: Greeley
Elizabeth C. Gettman, 94, of Greeley passed away Jan. 12, 2018, at Kenton Manor. She was born July 13, 1923, in rural Weld County to Edgar and Carrie (Johnson) Shearer. She married Robert Gettman on July 3, 1939, and they had three children. He passed away May 12, 2011.
She was head cook at the University of Northern Colorado in McGowan and Harrison halls. She especially liked taking care of the handicapped students who came through the food line. She also fed the Denver Broncos during their training camp at UNC. Elizabeth enjoyed crocheting, loved her hats and liked sharing her gum and candy at Kenton Manor. She looked forward to trips to the Paragon Restaurant to eat.
Elizabeth was a member of the Greeley Seventh-Day Adventist Church.
She is survived by her son, Sam (Beverly) Gettman of Prescott, Ariz.; daughter, Marlene (Tom) Haberman of Greeley; grandchildren, Lee Reichert, Brian Fox and Reane (Bryan) Olson, Rikki Rae Gettman, Justin (Rhonda) Gettman and Austin Gettman, Matt (Shannon) Haberman and Mike Haberman, nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert; daughter, Annette Marie Fox Jan. 1, 2015; 10 brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 and Life Celebration Service 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, 2018, both at Adamson, 2000 47th Ave. in Greeley.
Memorial contributions may be made to "Accent Hospice" in care of Adamson Life Celebration Home, 2000 47th Ave., Greeley, Colo. 80634.
Condolences may be sent to the family at adamsoncares.com.
Harold Young
Aug. 23, 1938-Jan. 12, 2018
Age: 79
Residence: Greeley
Harold Stanley Young, 79, of Greeley passed away Friday, Jan. 12, at his home. He was born Aug. 23, 1938, in Duncan, Okla., to Harley Harold and Charlie May (Means) Young and grew up in and around Duncan.
On June 10, 1960, he married Judy Ann Vig in Sydney, Mont.
Harold moved to Northglenn in 1974 and to Greeley in 1982. He worked in the oil industry for more than 60 years. He enjoyed fishing, camping and time with family and friends and was a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 3519.
He is survived by his children, Tristi (Jamie Fretz) Young of Leesport, Pa.; Mark (Aloha) Young of Greeley, Craig Young of Nunn, and Stanley Young of Greeley; 23 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Tommy (Brenda) Young of Duncan, Okla.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Judy; brother, Virgil and sister, Betty.
Services will held at a later date. Friends may leave condolences at adamsoncares.com.


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Introducing the Board of Directors for Religious Affections Ministries
From the inception of Religious Affections Ministries, I wanted to do everything I could to make sure that I and this ministry were accountable to a local church first and foremost, and to other wise and godly men as well. I desired this both because I didn't want this ministry to turn into a completely disconnected para-church organization, and because I knew that accountability – philosophically, spiritual, and financially – was critical, especially with folks donating funds on a regular basis.
Over the past few months, I have gathered a group of godly, wise, like-minded men who have graciously agreed to serve as a board of directors for Religious Affections Ministries. Each of these men were among those who strongly encouraged me to start this ministry in the first place, and even before officially serving on the board of directors, each of these men have given me helpful counsel in a number of matters.
This past Tuesday we had our first meeting of the Board, and I am even more excited about what they bring to the table for this ministry!
I want to introduce each of them to you so you will know even better how this organization functions.
Greg Stiekes
Senior Pastor
Bethany Bible Church
Hendersonville, NC
Pastor Stiekes is the pastor of our home church. I've gotten to know him a little bit over the past year through some mutual friends, and very quickly I discerned that we were on exactly the same page in terms of worship, music, culture, and an understanding of the Church. When we moved down to South Carolina, our first stop in search for a church was Bethany Bible Church, and we haven't looked back since. In November of 2008 we joined Bethany, and now we're serving in whatever capacity we can. I've recently begun helping with the planning of worship services, and we look forward to growing with this church body. I and this ministry are personally accountable to Pastor Stiekes; we meet regularly to discuss philosophy, ministry direction, and financial matters.
Kevin Bauder
Central Baptist Seminary
Plymouth, MN
About a year after I began to really formulate the biblical ideas about music and worship that have now become strong convictions, I ran into some writings by Kevin Bauder. Very quickly I realized that here was another man articulating things that I was coming to understand, and he had years of study, experience, and wisdom behind him! Since then I've grown to greatly appreciate Kevin's insights and understanding in a variety of issues, and he has always sharpened my thinking. Through speaking together at a few conferences, and having him speak at our own church conference in Rockford, I've been privileged to get to know Kevin better, and can now count him a friend. Kevin has been very encouraging in the startup of this ministry, and his counsel is always helpful.
Mike Harding
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church
Troy, MI
Pastor Harding was my pastor from sixth grade through college. He has had a significant influence on me theologically, and his recognized voice on issues of music philosophy have also impacted my thinking. In particular, Pastor Harding has always founded his music philosophy on solid biblical and theological grounds, particularly in what the Bible has to say about the beauty of God. Perhaps no one has been more of a support to me over the years, and I'm thrilled to have Pastor Harding as part of the board.
Steve Allen
Assistant Pastor
First Baptist Church
Troy, MI
Pastor Allen is the Music Pastor at the church where I grew up, and parallel to the theological influences of Pastor Harding, Pastor Allen has impacted me greatly in areas of church music and a high standard of excellence. A skilled musician and a humble Christian, Pastor Allen's life and practice not only provide an example to me personally, but will also be invaluable in setting the direction for this ministry.
Scott Williquette
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church
Rockford, IL
I served with Pastor Williquette for five years at First Baptist Church in Rockford, IL. It was Pastor Williquette's encouragement and the freedom he gave me to research and write while I was there that allowed me the time and resources to develop much of the material that serves as the foundation of this ministry. First Baptist was a "lab" for the practical outworking of my philosophy, the perfect "average" congregation to teach and work with in these areas. Pastor Williquette and First Baptist have also been huge supporters of this ministry, providing significant financial resources and encouragement during its development.
Michael Riley
Acting Academic Dean
International Baptist College
Tempe, AZ
I've known Mike since early high school, but it wasn't until college that we really connected, mostly because of our shared interest in all things theological and philosophical. We've grown to be good friends, Mike serving as the best man in my wedding, and I serving in the same capacity this summer when he marries. Mike is truly one of the most careful, intellectual thinkers I know. I can always count on him to offer reasoned criticism of an idea or careful articulation of convictions we share. His friendship, along with these strengths, have been and will be great helps for this ministry.
Caleb Roth
Assistant Pastor
First Baptist Church
West Bend, WI
I met Pastor Roth several years ago while attending a music conference, and very quickly saw in him a shared philosophy, conviction, and a humility I need. As I've gotten to know Pastor Roth and his ministry better, I am always impressed by the thoughtfulness and deliberateness he manifests as he plans the worship and music in his church. His practical insights and hours of careful thought will be a valuable help to the vision of this ministry.
Dave Fassett
Vice President
Dial Corporation
Chicago, IL
I knew Dave Fassett when we were both members of First Baptist Church in Troy, MI, but when he was transferred to the Chicago area and joined First Baptist Church of Rockford, IL, I was able to get to know him and his family more personally. Dave is a hard-working, intelligent, wise, and humble Christian. Each of these qualities will be invaluable for setting the direction of this ministry, not to mention his keen understanding of business matters and finance. Dave has already been a great help in thinking through the financial future of this ministry, and I know he will be a great help as we move forward.
I am thrilled and humbled that each of these men has agreed to serve on the Board of Directors of Religious Affections Ministries. And it is not that they have just "agreed" — each one is enthusiastically in support of what we're doing and excited about how this ministry can serve Christ's Church. I thank the Lord for each one.
About Scott Aniol
Scott Aniol is the founder and Executive Director of Religious Affections Ministries. He is Chair of the Worship Ministry Department at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he teaches courses in ministry, worship, hymnology, aesthetics, culture, and philosophy. He is the author of Worship in Song: A Biblical Approach to Music and Worship, Sound Worship: A Guide to Making Musical Choices in a Noisy World, and By the Waters of Babylon: Worship in a Post-Christian Culture, and speaks around the country in churches and conferences. He is an elder in his church in Fort Worth, TX where he resides with his wife and four children. Views posted here are his own and not necessarily those of his employer.


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George Harrison. My idol. He was the 'sincere' Beatle. That's what led him to Krishna.
I loved George. When I was junior high my Dad took Cheryl and I to see the Beatles on their 1965 tour. You couldn't see them (they were micro-dots) you couldn't hear them (all the girls were screaming, but just to breath the same air was well, awesome.
George finally got to have the child he wanted, Dhani. He looks just like George.
But there is only one George.
I like the story about George concerning what happened when he had an armed home invasion. (How the intruder got through the Hare Krishnas I don't know) Even sick with cancer and very thin George fought for his life and the lives of his family. They say the wounds he suffered hastened his death.
But I don't think so. He was at peace with the world and at peace with himself. His journey in this life was over. The Krishnas say to die is to live, just like Christians and our memories of George live on an on.
Every morning when I get up and look at the early morning sun I think "Here comes the sun and it's all right".


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It's a birthday Adison Peacock will remember.
Celebrating her sixth birthday at the Western Fair that opened Friday afternoon, she was looking forward to cotton candy, her first ever taste, the swing ride and roller coaster, she said, between bites of the sticky stuff.
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"I used to come here as a kid with my parents and now it is our daughter's birthday today," said dad Thomas Peacock.
"It's a lot of fun, we are all looking forward to going on the rides. That's what we're here for."
Well, not all the are there for. They did not have to go to the fortune teller – an unexpected site in a parked, nondescript recreational vehicle – to see they would have Pogos and deep-fried Mars bars for dinner.
If they had changed their minds for something even meatier, Kurt Smith has them covered. At Gator BBQ he figures he will go through more than 1,000 pounds of pulled pork, 300 pounds of beef brisket, and 600 racks of ribs, this weekend alone.
"This is a good fair for us, it is consistent. People expect to see us here," said Smith, adding he has been here 12 years.
"We are real BBQ, there is no bull, and it's delicious as hell."
As for what's new at the fair, it will feature the return of a legend.
The Zipper, that weird vertical carnival ride where victims, or riders, flip and flop up and down in a cage in a pattern resembling, well, a zipper, is back at Western Fair.
It was retired and absent from fairs last year, but North American Midway Entertainment was stunned by the reaction, as a hue and cry rose for its return, said Scooter Korek, vice-president of client services.
"There was a real, strong response. There is like a cult following for this thing," he said.
The company ended up rebuilding the entire ride and returning it to this year's circuit, he added.
"It is kinda weird, it is super popular," he said of the demand. "But we have a brand new, out of the box, zipper."
The Zipper is 50 years old, having debuted at the Kansas State Fair in 1968. It was retired last year as it did not fit the company's formula as a "high capacity ride," meaning it can't fit as many screaming people as they like.
The Midway at this year's fair will feature 46 rides, 30 game booths and 16 food stands, said Korek. It will have more than 400 staff at the fair.
"Over the last few years we have been doing very well here, our product has caught on. We are looking forward to a good week," he said.
"This is a really well-rounded out event. We are happy to be part of it."
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Will India Destroy the WTO's Agricultural Reforms?
President Obama and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently met in Washington. Supporters of trade liberalization had hoped that this meeting might dissuade India from seeking to roll back the World Trade Organization's agricultural disciplines. However, India appears committed to a government‐driven food system that is working poorly both for India and for the rest of the world.
The Sept. 30 joint statement only notes that the leaders "discussed their concerns about the current impasse" and "directed their officials to consult … on the next steps." Reading between the lines, this means that India remains intent on providing market‐distorting farm subsidies well in excess of its WTO commitments, while seeking concurrence from other nations to tear up the twenty‐year‐old Uruguay Round Agreement on Agriculture (URAA).
The URAA was a remarkable achievement. For decades countries had utilized beggar‐thy‐neighbor subsidies that encouraged excess production and drove down world prices. Thus, a portion of the adjustment costs of one nation's misguided policies was borne by farmers in other countries. For the first time, the URAA created rules to limit the use of trade‐distorting subsidies. India and all other WTO members agreed to those provisions. Some countries subsequently adjusted their agricultural policies to bring them into conformity.
India has taken a different approach. The government has raised farm supports to make them even more market distorting. The Food Corporation of India (FCI), a government agency, purchases a substantial quantity of farmers' wheat and rice at prices set well above world levels. It then sells a portion in 500,000 "fair price" stores to some 800 million poor people at low prices. This food procurement and distribution system is widely recognized as being inefficient, wasteful and corrupt.
An estimated 40 percent of the food never reaches its intended consumers. In July it was reported that 3 million metric tons (MMT) of grain (equivalent to the annual wheat consumption of the Philippines) were being stored in sacks on the ground covered only with plastic sheeting; spoilage is widespread. Local officials sometimes appear to find it preferable to divert grain to other buyers instead of delivering it to the subsidized shops. Intended recipients of food aid have reported being required to pay bribes in order to receive ration cards. Those who can't afford bribes are forced to buy a bit of high‐priced grain in the commercial market.
India's subsidy regime violates its WTO commitments by spending too much on market‐distorting farm supports. The URAA was written carefully to allow unlimited subsidies to help feed underprivileged people. It is subsidies to farmers that are constrained, not subsidies to consumers. Recently India provided an update to the WTO regarding its agricultural expenditures, claiming that they still were within the allowable level. But that assertion requires accepting incorrect computations for both the price level and the quantity of production qualifying for support. An insightful (and conservative) 2011 study by DTB Associates calculated that India was then exceeding its allowed support levels by a minimum of $37 billion. The figure surely is larger now.
The URAA provides helpful guidance as to how India might restructure its agricultural policies. The WTO problem would be solved if India simply purchased its desired commodity stocks at free‐market prices. Additional support then could be provided to farmers through decoupled payments (not linked to current production or price of a crop), or through any of several other specified policy options that could help to spur development in rural communities. Those measures include expenditures for research, pest and disease control, extension advisory services, marketing services, infrastructure services, and insurance programs.
India is a consequential participant in the global agricultural economy. In addition to having the world's second largest population, it also has the second largest area of tillable land. Its subsidies lead to surpluses, which move into export channels. The country usually ranks first or second in rice exports and also finds overseas customers for wheat and sugar. As a result, farmers in other countries suffer from lower prices.
It would be nice to think that some blunt but quiet conversations between senior officials of India and other WTO countries would persuade India to bring its policies into compliance. However, the new Modi government has taken a strong stand on this issue and seems unlikely to change without meaningful pressure. Other countries should apply that pressure by bringing a WTO dispute settlement case against India's agricultural subsidies.
Initiating dispute settlement would not only provide a stimulus for India to rethink its position, it would have the broader benefit of reaffirming the international community's commitment to policy restraint enshrined in WTO agreements. An unwillingness to enforce the limits on agricultural subsidies risks losing those hard‐won reforms for good.


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Glow in the Park Run Iroquois Park July 11th
Help light up Iroquois Park on July 11 with the Glow in the Park Run. This annual event is a one-of-a-kind 5k charity run that you have to see to believe.
Set the Park Aglow
The Glow event begins at 9:20 pm, after Iroquois Park is good and dark. To sign up for the race, show up any time between 6:45 and 8:50. And once the race is over, the after party lasts until 11 pm. Tickets are $55 per person on the day of the race. But your ticket buys a whole lot of fun, and it will do a whole lot of good. For this year's Glow, Iroquois Park has teamed up with the Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies. The Kids Center aids children who have special needs.
When you arrive at the race, you'll receive a bag of glow accessories and paint. Use it to decorate yourself in glowing colors, and help light up the park. But you won't be the only thing adding color to the atmosphere the night of this 5k event. As you race, you'll run past machines that play music while spewing out foam. Volunteers will spray you with glowing water and shower you with neon powder when you run past them. By the time you reach the end of the race, you'll be even more colorful and covered with glow.
The dance party greets you at the finish line and yes, you will have a chance to show off your own best moves. Rent a black light headlight to wear during the race so you can get a good look at the colors. For this year's Glow, Iroquois Park has added new UV glow tunnels and doubled the amount of color foam used during the event.
Lighting up Iroquois
Iroquois Park is located at the intersection of Taylor Boulevard and Southern Parkway. Another entrance is located at 5216 New Cut Road. The park was planned to take advantage of the natural forest and hills in the region. It's designed to give you amazing views of the city, which are even more breathtaking at night.
The park is located near the Pleasure Ridge Park area of Louisville, a community that has several other parks and many neighborhoods. Timothy Hills and Windsor Forest are near the park on one side. Cloverleaf and Hazelwood are on the other. Iroquois is one of the city's biggest parks, and many neighborhoods have access to it for hiking, walking, riding and all sorts of outdoor activities.
See the park glow on July 11, even if you don't live nearby, and re-discover this pretty part of the city.
To learn about other fun things to do in the area, please visit our Louisville Homes website.


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A TEENAGER who fell from a bridge overlooking a bypass has died.
Police have confirmed the girl, 17, died after falling from a bridge overlooking the A56 near Haslingden at around 1pm.
Emergency services were called to the scene but the teen died a short while later.
Police said the teenager's death is not thought to be suspicious.
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A police spokesman said: "The woman's next of kin have been informed and our thoughts are with them and the rest of her family and friends at this difficult time.
"A file will be prepared for HM Coroner and police are requesting any witnesses to this tragic incident who have not yet spoken to police, or any drivers with dashcam footage to contact them on 101 quoting log 647 of October 14."
A North West Ambulance Service spokeswoman said an air ambulance, an advanced paramedic, a rapid response vehicle and paramedics had been called to the scene at 1.10pm.
The bypass was closed both ways from the Woolpack roundabout to the Rising Bridge roundabout for several hours.
READ > Tributes for girl, 17, who fell from Haslingden bridge
Tragic....hope everyone is okay and my thoughts are with that poor girl's family. Look after each other. 😢— John McNamara (@JohnRobertMc) October 14, 2019
There were queues on the approach northbound with congestion on stretches of the A682 into Rawtenstall, A681 Haslingden Road and A680 Blackburn Road.
There were diversions on both carriageways for several hours while the emergency services carried out their work.


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Poole Pottery will close its doors for the final time at the quay after owner Denby said it failed to reach an agreement with the landlord. Denby said it was continuing to try to find alternative premises for the 144-year-old business. The closure of the shop, which also includes a studio and kiln, will mean 33 jobs will be cut.
A petition by Poole Pottery Collectors Club to keep the shop open gathered more than 4,000 signatures. Sue Smith, of Poole Pottery Collectors Club, said: "The loss of Poole Pottery is going to kill the town, totally. "One million people a year go through that shop."
'Lasting mark'
Julie Worthington, who worked as a glaze sprayer at the manufacturer in the 1970s and 80s, described Poole Pottery as "the heart" of the town and brings so much tourism to the area. "The town is already on its knees – I think this will finish it."
She added that Pool Pottery had left a "lasting mark on the town" and that "Carter's Tiles, which became Poole Pottery, can still be seen on lots of buildings in the town."
Denby said it had been trying to reach an agreement with the landlord of the property for months and added it first made the town council aware of the difficulties Poole Pottery faced in 2014. Borough of Poole Council previously described the move as "disappointing" and said it had offered support to the firm to find new premises.
We are unable to find out what support the Borough of Poole Council have offered since 2014, when they were made aware of the problem, and what actions they are taking now at this late stage, to ensure Poole Potteries retain a presence in the town.
Poole Pottery was founded by a builder's merchant and ironmonger in 1873 and has remained at its original site since. Production of the pottery will continue at Middleport Pottery, Stoke-on-Trent, where it has been carried out for the past five years.


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Buying a home is a major purchase and savvy customers want to save money in any way they can! Many fees in your home transaction are negotiable, but one you definitely shouldn't skimp on is the home appraisal.
An appraisal differs from an inspection in that it doesn't only identify potential problems with the home, but also establishes the home's market value in the context of neighboring properties.
Modern consumers are more aware of the importance of appraisals in the home purchase process. Such evaluations can help establish a fair asking price for buyers and allow sellers to realize a full profit from the sale.
A quality appraisal is useful for buyers, sellers, agents and lenders alike because it can discover problems before the sale is concluded and buyers have no recourse. These professionals offer reliable information on existing amenities and the value of installed upgrades. They can also advise sellers on inexpensive updates that offer a substantial return on investment such as modern fixtures and doors, fresh paint, or crown molding.
Why Should You Get an Appraisal
The appraisal is drafted using standardized reporting practices that present the information in a clear, organized way. This document will legally identify the property, establish fair market value, and compare the home against three other properties.
The investigation will uncover flaws and identify any necessary repairs as well as carefully inspect the floors, walls, and interior systems like electrical and HVAC.
The appraiser with evaluate the overall health of the real estate market to estimate the potential sale time and draft a statement about area.
How to Find a Qualified Appraiser
In many cases, the lender will select an appraiser to evaluate the property. This can sometimes cause problems when lenders take the cheapest or first bidder. Consumers are welcome to look up the appraiser assigned to their home by visiting the National Registry of Appraisers.
If you want to hire a professional of your own choosing, be sure you do your research. Always check the credentials of local appraisers by reviewing the licensing board information. You're looking for a valid license that is in good standing and appraisers with a minimum of 5 years experience, though 10 is preferable.
What is this individual's reputation? Check the Better Business Bureau for complaints and ask for referrals from friends or real estate agents. Once you've narrowed the list down to several candidates, give each of them a call and ask lots of questions!
Good Questions to Ask
Address and Phone Number
Get the basic contact information for each appraiser, where their office is located, and what service areas they typically work in. You want to know what areas they're most familiar with, to make sure they understand your particular real estate market.
How Long Have You Been in this Business?
When it comes to choosing an appraiser, the longer they've been in business, the better. Look for something with 5-10 years of experience. They've developed an eye for catching problems and seeing patterns that newer appraisers typically haven't mastered. They will also understand how to identify homes truly comparable for correct valuation.
What Areas Do You Work In?
Geographic competence is an important industry term referring to an appraiser's level of expertise within a specific area. If they don't live and work in, or very near, where your home is located, it's very likely they aren't the best fit for the job.
Appraisers unfamiliar with your area won't know local real estate trends or have access to local MLS sales data, which is a necessary tool for creating a valid appraisal.
If you're not convinced of their geographic competence, ask specific questions about your neighborhood, like typical problems they run into, average selling price and days on the market, etc.
What Are Your Credentials?
Ask for their licensing or certification number. A qualified appraiser will be able to provide you this number without any issue. Beware of any potential hire that can't or won't provide you with this information.
Ask to see their resume. This document outlines their education and experience, and will help you determine if they are qualified to conduct the appraisal. Look at what types of properties they're familiar with and if they have any additional certifications or professional designations.
Ask if they belong to a professional organization. Membership in a trade organization requires additional classroom hours in addition to mastering the basics of principles, procedures, theory, ethics and law. Participants are required to follow a code of conduct and ethics and face fines or expulsion if they violate the code. They also have real time access to current information and industry updates.
Ask for testimonials. Testimonials from satisfied clients will help you determine if the appraiser in question has a professional reputation for honesty and integrity.
What Educational Requirements Have You Met?
It's important to check what educational requirements an appraiser has met. All licensed professionals must complete mandatory continuing education to keep their license in good standing. This ensures they are up to date with the latest methods and practices, and aware of important, ever-changing regulations.
In Texas, there are four designations for appraisers:
- Appraiser Trainee – trainees are studying and working under the sponsorship of a Certified Residential or General Appraiser. They might be assigned to evaluate your property, but work under supervision.
- Licensed Residential Appraiser – These professionals are authorized to perform appraisals on non-complex 1-4 unit residential properties valued below a million dollars.
- Certified Residential Appraiser – These professionals are authorized to appraise 1-4 unit residential properties of any complexity or value.
- Certified General Appraiser – Certified general appraisers are authorized to assess all types of federally and non-federally related real property regardless of complexity or value.
Visit the Texas Appraiser Licensing & Certification Board website for more information or to file a complaint.
How Much Will It Cost?
Reputable appraisers will charge a flat rate or hourly fee for their services. Most appraisals take two to three hours and can cost between 300 and 450 dollars.
If your lender has ordered the appraisal, expect to possibly pay management fees as well.
The Best Bang for Your Buck
Congratulations on buying a home! This is a huge milestone in anyone's life and you want to be sure you're making the best possible choice for your money.
Ensuring a home is up to code and par is an incredibly important step in the purchase process. Hiring a professional appraiser can help you identify the value of your future home and alert you to any problems that might be lurking under the surface.
At Whitestone Acquisitions, we specialize in buying properties as-is. If you're ready to sell your home but don't want to deal with the stress and time constraints of a traditional sale, we can help! We buy homes in Dallas, Houston, and Cleveland.
If you're interested in a pain-free home sale that can be concluded in as little as ten days, please give us a call at 844-207-8857 or visit our website.


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How You Can Dump Debt and Retire Early
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Frustrated with your credit card, car payments, and student loans? Learn how you two can come together to dump your debt faster and retire early!
Imagine you're recently married, have two condos, a brand new car and a whole life together that's about to take off.
On the surface everything looks great but what happens when you run the numbers and see the real picture?
What if you two discover that you're $52,000 in debt?
Getting Rid of $52,000 of Debt
For Deacon and Kim, seeing this amount of debt was a turning point.
Today Deacon Hayes, personal finance author and Well Kept Wallet founder, is on the podcast.
We're getting into how he and his wife Kim made this transition from being in debt to working their way towards financial independence.
In this episode, we talk about:
- how they managed to pay off $52,000 in debt in 18 months
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- planning and following through financial independence
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The Journey from Dumping Debt to Financial Independence
Of course, the process didn't happen overnight. Deacon and Kim worked hard to create an aggressive, but still doable plan.
Deacon discovered Dave Ramsey and his baby steps. With Kim on board, they got gazelle intense on their expenses.
Running some scenarios, Deacon saw he needed to make a big sacrifice if he was serious about paying off their debt – he had to sell his beloved car.
The hardest was selling my brand new car because you know it had a push button start… and this is back in 2008, 2009 when that was like a new thing.
But I realized that that was something that needed to go because it was about $400 dollars of our debt payments.
…we sold it which was an upside down car and we got $5,000 for my wife's car, which was paid for.
And then we both drove kind of these old 115-year-old cars. So that was the hardest change.
Eating out and going to the movies were abandoned as they were growing their debt snowball as fast as possible.
I think another key to their success was that they were both on board and had a system for keeping one another in the loop.
It was an intense year and a half, but they were finally out of consumer debt. Now, though, they were trying to figure out their next move.
So I think originally what was kind of like, 'OK we paid off that. Now we need to get an emergency fund.
Like we had like a small emergency fund but we need to get like a six month emergency fund. We kind of went from that debt to savings and then we're like oh we've got to start investing.
….. And so it's kind of this progression of like OK I started with a debt but then it was like OK well you'd have savings that we need to invest in what are we investing for?
What's the purpose?
Finding their why took some time, but Deacon believes it has guided them well.
As parents with two little ones in tow, they're even more intentional with their finances.
The good news is that the skills they used to get out of debt were transferable.
Instead of sending in those extra payments to their credit cards and student loans, they directed them to savings and investments.
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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.


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House Republicans have pledged to continue making the American people's priorities – jobs and the economy – our priorities and are wasting no time getting started, kicking off the first week of the new American Congress with action on three bipartisan jobs bills. Here's a look at what they are, and how they'll help more Americans find work:
This week's slate of jobs bills fulfills the commitment Speaker Boehner and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made in an op-ed shortly after last year's election to move quickly on these proposals, all of which passed the House with bipartisan support only to be held up in the then-Democratic-controlled Senate.
As Boehner and McConnell noted, these bills represent "an obvious and potentially bipartisan starting point for the new Congress—and, for President Obama, a chance to begin the final years of his presidency by taking some steps toward a stronger economy."
- Hire More Heroes Act: The president's health care law "is prompting many" small businesses "to hold off on hiring and even to shed jobs in some cases," CNBCreports. The Hire More Heroes Actwill help by exempting veterans who are "already enrolled in healthcare plans through the Department of Defense or the VA from being counted toward the employee limit under the health care law," the bill's sponsor, Rep. Rodney Davis (R-IL), explained in this week's Republican Address. "So not only are we providing small businesses – and our economy – with much-needed relief, but we're also helping more of our veterans find work."
- Save American Workers Act: Thousands of workers have seen their hours and wages slashedthanks to ObamaCare's employer mandate that forces businesses to hold hours down to 30 per week or face a penalty.
- Women and low-income workers are particularly hard hit by the mandate, according to an analysis by the Hoover Institution, which found that the 30-hour rule puts 2.6 million Americans earning less than $30,000 a year – 63% of whom are women – at risk of having their hours and their wages cut.
- The Save American Workers Act restores the traditional 40-hour work week to protect these workers and help our economy grow.
- Approving the Keystone Pipeline: President Obama has stood in the way of thewidely-popularKeystone pipeline for more than six years, putting his own political interestsahead of thousands of jobs and increased energy security for the American people.
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This coming fall is already shaping up to be a very busy and exciting one. I am working on brand new pieces that will be shown in some very dynamic exhibitions - including a wonderful group show organized by the very energetic Sophia Louisa Lee of Sophia Louisa Projects:
September 11 - November 6, 2010
Opening Reception: Saturday, September 11, 6:00–9:00 pm
Sophia Louisa Projects
5412 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Gallery hours: Thursday-Saturday, 12-5 pm
39NOW unites thirty-nine exceptional artists, from the emerging to the well-established, living in and around Los Angeles. Each has been asked to create a new and individual piece expressly for this show. Curated by Sophia Louisa Lee, the exhibition is inspired in part by Judy Chicago's The Dinner Party, which included the same number of artists. 39NOW contemplates how "now" is different than "then," how art embraces the evolution of technology and how it survives the impact of the economy. Ultimately, this exhibition explores a compelling segment of the explosive Los Angeles contemporary art scene.
Lee reached out to artists she knew and to those she wanted to know: Abbey Dubin, Alexandra Grant, Andrea Bowers, Anne Martens, Carol Powell, Daena Title, Fumiko Amano, Gina Stepaniuk, Glynnis Reed, Gul Cagin, Heather Cantrell, Jennifer Celio, Joyce Aiken, Katy Unger, Kim Abeles, Kimber Berry, Kristina Faragher, Lacey Terrell, Leigh Salgado, Leora Lutz, Lita Albuquerque, Marnie Weber, Marika Krissman Tsircou, Mary Heebner, Nancy Braver, Nancy Buchanan, Nikki Nash, Paige Wery, Patssi Valdez, Rebecca Lowry, Rebecca Niederlander, Sandy Rodriguez, Simone Gad, Snezana Petrovic, Sophia Allison, Tulsa Kinney, Vivian Flynn, YaYa Chou, and Yun Bai.
A series of programming will be held in conjunction with 39NOW, including an open forum discussion on Saturday, October 16th at 7:00 pm during the Miracle Mile Art Walk, scheduled performance art, and panel discussions. For more information, please contact Sophia Louisa Lee at 310.773.1460, email@example.com or visit sophialouisaprojects.com.
Sophia Louisa Lee opened Sophia Louisa Projects in October 2009 on a "temporarily permanent" basis, in association with Phantom Galleries LA (PGLA) which places temporary art installations in vacant storefront windows throughout Los Angeles County. PGLA transforms un-utilized space into 24/7 public art galleries.
I am working on a new sculpture for this show and will post images as the work develops!
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Me at the PDC
A picture of me with my installation at d.e.n. contemporary art's opening last Thursday. Taken by the wonderful intern Jennifer.
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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Not in My Backyard
I am excited to have work included in the exhibiton Not In My Backyard, a group show opening May 20th, running through June 30th at den contemporary art at the Pacific Design Center.
den contemporary art along with Sam Lee Gallery will present simultaneous group shows focusing on the common theme of "backyard."
Opening Reception: Thursday, May 20 from 5-8pm.
d.e.n. contemporary art
Pacific Design Center, Blue Building
8587 Melrose Avenue, #B275, 2d floor
West Hollywood, CA 90069
Sophia Allison, Bernadette DiPietro, Christine Gray,Hacer, Linda King, Christine Morla, and Ruby Osorio
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den contemporary art is pleased to present Not In My Backyard, featuring paintings, drawings, photography, and sculpture by seven artists whose works take us to that psychological place which forms the idea of "our" territory, with imagery associated with the backyard and its boundaries, as well as with works that evoke childhood memories of the backyard – foreboding or treasured.
"Not in my backyard" – a statement made by residents expressing an unfavorable response to projected conditions or changes to their neighborhood. The process by which one determines their personal space or territory is often formed during early experiences learning the physical boundaries between family and the people on the other side of the fence.
As opposed to the interior home surroundings, it is within the backyard that often offers one's first experience with a sense of freedom: activities in the open air, the opportunity to connect with nature, and to explore both with uninhibited imagination. With the safety and comfort of "home" extended to the outdoors, memories are formed and a sense of privacy and security is developed. One defines and will defend against threats contrary to preserving personal space, property, community, territory –that which is the concept of "my backyard."
Extending beyond the backyard to also include surrounding landscape, Sophia Allison and Christine Morla create works inspired by their respective childhood environment. Allison's house installation and sewn thread "drawings" are literal depictions of the family property nestled among a dense wooded area in North Carolina. In "Strawberry Fields," Morla meticulously weaves strips of multicolored packaging paper into geometric, semi-abstract floral shapes, representing the bountiful fields in her hometown neighborhood in Ventura County.
Gerardo Hacer and Linda King's works are associated with subjects of a more personal attachment such as pets and gardens: kept life forms within safe containment. King's large abstract paintings have botanical references, through which dual forces of positive/negative planes and fluid fields of color inside hard-edged geometric outlines, represent change, transformation in nature. Hacer's sculpture explores one's relationship to the formative process of childhood, represented in "Foxy," the artist's intimate family pet as an origami Pomeranian dog made of powder-coated steel.
Bernadette DiPietro's series of color photographs suggests private and utilitarian use of the yard with images of laundry hanging next to homes located in various countries.
Representing the freedom to explore, Christine Gray and Ruby Osorio create works depicting animaginary environment where fantastical narratives are set in nature. Gray's use of electric hues in her paintings evoke drama in a backyard setting, where mysterious objects combining natural and man-made materials are used in the search of meaning with our relationship to nature. Osorio's drawings/paintings include cultural and gender references in the rituals and dark games played out in the context of pastoral scenery.
With the exception of Christine Gray from Virginia, all artists live and work in southern California.
Not In My Backyard will be on view through June 30, 2010. den contemporary art is located in the Pacific Design Center Blue Building, 8687 Melrose Avenue, 2nd Floor #B275, West Hollywood, CA 90069.
Hours are Monday – Friday from 12-5pm and by appointment.For information and visual material, please contact the gallery at (323)422-6340,email@example.com, mailing address: P.O. Box 6602, Beverly Hills, CA 90212.
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So, CIRCUMFERENCE is out in the world! [This post is mostly about Circumference, but there's news and new poems at the end, so stick with it!]
You can get it from the publisher, Amazon US, Amazon UK, The Book Depository and more.
Here's me seeing the book for the first time:
Here's some readers with their copies:
It's dedication:
Here it is, in glorious, Ladybird-esque, hardback:
We had a launch for it this week, and here's some pix from that:
And finally, here's two reviews of the book!
First from author 'Nathan Burgoine (Light, Triad Blood):
[Link to ^this review on Goodreads here.]
And a lovely review from author Deirdre Sullivan (Tangleweed and Brine), who also launched the book:
[Link to the review on Amazon here]
So, regarding Circumference, I think that's everything.
Other news, I have tentatively started work on book 2 *eee*.
I have a poem in [redacted until I'm allowed to say it] which is wonderful and insane and I can't wait to share it with you!
I've had two poems published recently. Firstly, Mitko Responds in LUNCH in August, and secondly, The Doctors Say in Cordite Review #88: TRANSQUEER, a few days ago. Oh, and I'll have a new poem, The Lads, in WUSSY next week.
So, I finally blogged. Expect a new update in like six months.


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Dr. Duncan Hanby was raised in Corpus Christi, Texas, where he attended W.B. Ray High School. He completed his undergraduate studies at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, graduating with honors in Cell and Molecular Biology, and with a minor in English. He went on to attend Medical School at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas.
After medical school, he returned to Louisiana where he completed his internship and residency training in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans. During his residency, he contributed to many publications and research projects on a wide range of topics. In addition to his work at LSU, Dr. Hanby participated in head and neck cancer research at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, The American Head and Neck Society, The Louisiana State Medical Society and the Lafayette Parish Medical Society. Dr. Hanby is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
Although he provides a full range of adult and pediatric ENT care, he has a special interest in the treatment of skin cancer, allergy, sleep apnea, sinus disease and nasal obstruction.
He and his wife, Jennifer Daigle Hanby, are the proud parents of two children.


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There was a day, seemingly eons ago, though less than 40 years, when computer automation was just reaching its adolescence and major systems had to be carefully conceived and implemented with technology that was often as much impediment as resource.
In the middle of virtually every successful effort was the Systems Analyst; part planner, part organizational consultant, part subject matter expert, part technology translator -- and often part ward healer.
The Systems Analyst knew the players, the tasks at hand, the history of how those tasks had been handled elsewhere and the technological tools available for the current effort. It was the Systems Analyst's job to ensure that everything in the effort made sense, was capable of realization within the effort's constraints, and wouldn't end up with the involved groups beating each other senseless.
Systems Analysts were more likely to come from the operating management side, learning what technology they needed than from the technology side, attempting to understand the operations of a complex organization.
Without the Systems Analyst, most major automation efforts would have failed or fallen far short of their objectives. Today's world for all its technological glitz, is no different.
(Not So) Fast Forward
Much has changed since those days, but not everything.
Managers must still make reasoned decisions based on sometimes incomplete information; staffs and target users must still learn how to perform their tasks, often starting from scratch; one's competitors still have access to most of the same technology; and funding and ROI are still difficult aspects for most projects. Moreover, systems today must still be conceived, designed and implemented in an ever more complex soup of technological, organizational and human factors with failure lurking around every turn.
True, we've gained a great deal; most visibly, technology that has become increasingly capable, leaving ever fewer strictly technological hurdles and making most that remain likely to fall in the next several years. But we've lost some things as well.
One of the most important of those losses is the role, status and value of the Systems Analyst.
Today's Systems Analyst: a Hollow Title?
So we face much the same challenges, albeit with more powerful tools, but without a major resource: the broad analytical role and trusted status of the Systems Analyst. True, you still see ads for the title of Systems Analyst, but most of them end by describing the specific software in which candidates must be expert, suggesting a failure to understand the true nature of the position.
What happened?
Loss of the true Systems Analyst may be at least partially laid to two trends in business and automation.
1. So what is a Systems Analyst anyway?
There has been a subtle but far-reaching change in how we define a Systems Analyst.
From a single, comprehensive job description with real weight, the industry has segmented analytical functions into a number of linear job descriptions, including "Business Analyst," "Computer Systems Analyst" (now a favored synonym for Systems Analyst), "Planning Analyst," "Risk Analyst," "'Project Manager," "Engagement Manager" and several more depending on your industry.
What remains of the role ascribed to the Systems Analyst after all of these carve-outs is neither comprehensive nor very effective in most projects, and there is no cogent protocol for getting these disjointed roles to work together in a single project.
Indeed, just describing the components as discrete parts of the overall challenge in a project often means either 1) that they are likely to perform as disconnected stovepipes, or 2) that the project can afford only some of them, leaving much of the effort's challenges nominally un-addressed.
Either way, the continuity, flexible communications and feedback the Systems Analyst formerly provided can be lost even as the project congratulates itself on completion of this or that formal milestone.
2. Push button 'A' for approach 'X': Turning Concept into Token
Society has, for eons, taken successful concepts developed by visionaries and turned them into rote disciplines complete with arbitrary components and acronyms to match.
From Machiavelli's attempt to instruct his contemporaries in how to be more successful at court, to Edwards Deming's management and manufacturing improvements in the 1950 and 60's, rational thinkers have looked at how things worked and tried to develop ways to improve them. When applied in a thoughtful way, these and other conceptual frameworks have made major contributions to society.
Unfortunately, disciplines like these have in the past several decades, intersected with our tendency to ignore the underlying concepts, focusing instead on the details and making the entire discipline into a series of tokens or "check boxes," quite capable of application with little or no thought.
The result, sadly but predictably, is often a project that conforms to the details: Six Sigma (with its Champions and color belted experts), or Agile (with its Scrums and Sprints), or Joint Application Development (with its interviews ad infinitum), or what have you, but fails to address or even identify the real problems or develop effective solutions to them.
Back to the Future?
So what must we do to recapture the broad value of the true Systems Analyst?
There is likely no quick fix to recapture the power and flexibility Systems Analysts once provided. It took decades, after all, for the definition and use of analysts in automation efforts to morph in to the disjointed techno-centric forms of today, and the penchant for detail that took us there is still alive and well in professional circles.
A good start would be for the automation industry to rediscover and re-embrace the fact that "system analyst" and "computer systems analyst" are not synonyms as is so often assumed today. While computer systems are an important part of virtually all automation projects, they don't fully represent the breadth and complexity of human, organizational and procedural systems facing most efforts.
If we can return to viewing systems in this more encompassing manner, we can not only broaden our definition of what it takes to function properly as a Systems Analyst, but also more clearly articulate the background and skills an analyst should bring to his or her task. We then can -- and managers must -- begin to demand and engage Systems Analysts with the skills required to truly address the full range of challenges facing today's automation efforts.
Another valuable resource may be found in a highly developed conceptual framework known as Soft Systems Methodology or SSM. SSM was developed in the 1960s by researchers at the UK's University of Lancaster, and though far from a household name, it deals quite effectively with the differences between tightly bounded technology systems and more amorphous human, organizational and societal systems, providing a conceptual framework for managing the continuum of highly structured to unstructured components often found in the same project.
SSM has much to teach us about efforts that often grow from an organization's strategic business objectives and end up with deployment of specific computer systems that will hopefully support those objectives. It also describes, by inference, what we should seek and demand in a truly effective Systems Analyst.
Finally, as technology races toward a glowing future, becoming ever more modular and interchangeable, humans and their organizations are falling behind in their ability to leverage what technology can deliver. We need more, much more, focus by those responsible for the intersection between the human and technological components of society including, among other things, a more encompassing view of systems and how they are designed and evolved, by the user community in how they organize and staff projects, and in the educational community in what they define and produce as "systems" professionals.
Failure to do this risks a future with ever greater technological excellence in a muddled and at best marginally functional human and organizational wrapper.
Editor's Note: Interested in more of Barry's perspective? Read his The Battle for Data Supremacy: The Cost of Ignoring XML


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Linkin Park continue to honor Chester Bennington in a fun new video that ties together all of their favorite moments with their fallen member. The short but adorable clip opens up with Chester jamming to the interestingly-titled "Unicorns & Lollipops" tune along with his bandmates.
It's hard trying not to smile and laugh as Linkin Park go from singing a ballad about fairytale animals and candy to a full-blown rap battle. "Cherishing all the times Chester made us laugh. Taking a look back at some of our favorite LPTV moments," the caption reads. The remaining members of the band have been showing their love for Bennington since his untimely death on July 20. Last week, they released a new video for "One More Light" from the band's seventh album of the same name.
Linkin Park also announced that Blink-182, former Yellowcard member Ryan Key, "Heavy" song collaborator Kiiara, Machine Gun Kelly and more artists will perform at their upcoming tribute concert to Bennington. The special show is set to take place on Oct. 27 at Los Angeles' Hollywood Bowl. It will be the first time the remaining members will perform together since Bennington's death. Linkin Park plan to donate their fees from the event to Music For Relief's One More Light Fund. Click here for more information.
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