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From Georgene Trewatha in Campbell, Mo.
Prep Time and Total Time: 30 min
Corn meal mush
6 cups water
2 cups plain yellow corn meal
2 T butter or margarine
2 tsp salt
1 cup of grits
Mix all ingredients together in saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook for 20 minutes on low, stirring frequently. Cover and set aside so the mixture can thicken.
1 1/2 lbs lean ground chuck
1/2 cups chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup canned tomatoes, drained
3-4 T chili powder
salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
1 tsp hot sauce
1/2 - 1 cup chili (optional)
1 cup white canned corn, drained
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1. Heat oven to 350 F. Fry onions in greased skilled until translucent. Add ground chuck and cook until brown and juices run clear. Add green pepper, tomatoes, corn, hot sauce, spices and chili and simmer for 3 minutes.
2. Grease a two or three quart casserole dish. Spread corn mush on bottom and sides of dish, about 1/2 inch thick.
3. Drain off excess juices and pour meat mixture on top of corn mush.
4. Cover with remaining mush and cheese and bake for 30 minutes, until nice and hot.
Yield: 6 servings
Comments: Great served with green beans or salad.
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SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Hispanic-Americans are leading the way in growing coffee consumption in the United States, while the number of adults under 40 who enjoy the popular drink on a daily basis has dropped, according to an industry study released on Friday.
Of the Hispanic-Americans who participated in the National Coffee Association's (NCA) National Coffee Drinking Trends 2013 market study, 76 percent said they had drunk coffee the previous day. That is up by 13 percentage points from last year.
This compares with 47 percent of African-Americans and 64 percent of Caucasian-Americans who said they had consumed coffee the day before.
This was the second year that the study included ethnicity.
The survey showed that overall coffee consumption jumped by 5 percentage points this year, with 83 percent of the U.S. adult population now drinking coffee within the past year. Daily consumption was flat at 63 percent.
Overall daily coffee consumption by adults aged 18-39, however, has dropped. Some 16 percent of the people in this age group who participated in the online survey said they had drunk an espresso-based coffee in the past day. That compared with 6 percent of those aged 60 and over. But younger consumers have cut their daily consumption of the brew overall.
"In traditional coffee, we did see a decline," said Mark DiDomenico, of market research firm Datassential, as he presented the study's findings at the National Coffee Association USA convention in San Francisco on Friday.
Among those aged 18 to 24, only 41 percent said they drank coffee daily, down sharply from 50 percent in 2012. For those aged 25-39, it dropped to 59 percent from 63 percent, the study showed.
"However, the 2013 figures are more consistent with levels in earlier years, suggesting that this year's decline indicates volatility in these segments rather than softening," the NCA stated in a release.
On the other hand, those aged 60 and above have upped their daily intake, with 76 percent of the respondents saying they drank coffee every day, versus 71 percent a year ago.
Young adults between 18 and 24 greatly reduced their daily intake of non-gourmet traditional coffee, dropping to 17 percent from 27 percent last year, the study showed.
The single-serve format, which involves machines designed to brew one cup at a time with what are called individual "pods" of coffee, continued to grow. The study showed that 13 percent of the U.S. population drank coffee made in a single-cup brewer the previous day, up from 10 percent in 2012.
"Drip coffee maker use seems to be slowly falling," DiDomenico said.
At the same time, perceptions of quality of single-cup systems remains low, though it has improved year-over-year. In 2013, 21 percent said they perceived the quality of the system to be excellent, up from 25 percent in 2012 and 15 percent in 2011, DiDomenico said.
The NCA has been conducting this study annually since 1950. This year, the online study involved 2,840 adults who were selected from an online panel with ethnicities aligned proportionately with the U.S. population's makeup. Data was collected in both English and Spanish between mid-January and mid-February 2013.
The study has an error rate of plus or minus 2.5 percent.
Editing by Matthew Lewis
Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.


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The Truth About Sleeping Pills, Big Pharma's Goldmine
Many first heard of the uber sleeping pill, Ambien, in 2006 when former Rhode Island representative Patrick Kennedy drove to Capitol Hill under its influence to "vote" at 2:45 a.m., crashing his car. He had also been taking Phenergan, a gastroenteritis drug that can cause drowsiness, said published reports.
Soon Ambien-induced blackouts were so common, they captured the attention of public health agencies. The FDA issued warnings in 2007 about the potential of "complex sleep-related behaviors" with Ambien and 12 other sleeping pills that included "sleep-driving, making phone calls and preparing and eating food (while asleep)." Meanwhile, law enforcement officials reported traffic accidents increasing under Ambien's popularity with some drivers not even recognizing police officers there to arrest them. Dude! Help me get my car out of this ditch.
Then, horror stories began to circulate about blackout eating. Skinny dieters were waking up horrified amid mountains of pizza, Krispy Kreme donuts, and Häagen-Dazs cartons consumed by their evil twins when they took Ambien. Blackout eating became such a lifestyle problem--hours on the treadmill shot to hell--Sanoï¬-Aventis, Ambien's manufacturer, was forced to publish full page newspaper ads telling people if they were going to take Ambien, to get in bed and stay there. No calling for pizza delivery either.
In 2009, Ambien was again in the news when Tiger Woods reportedly used it to spice up sex with his string of consorts which led to his separation from Elin Nordegren Woods.
And last summer, a generic version of Ambien was found in the bloodstream of Kerry Kennedy, daughter of Robert F. Kennedy and former wife of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo when she swerved into a tractor-trailer and kept driving. Witnesses said she was had been weaving for miles. Kennedy told police when she was stopped that she may have confused the Ambien with her daily thyroid med but at her court appearance she blamed a "partial seizure."
This week, the Mayo clinic in Rochester, Minn., is announcing it will no longer prescribe Ambien to inpatients because of its high correlation with falls. Data on more than 16,000 hospitalized patients found that the fall rate on Ambien was more than four times that of those not on the sleeping pill. Ambien was correlated with more falls than factors like age, mental impairment, delirium or insomnia, write authors in the Nov. 19 issue of the Journal of Hospital Medicine, reports Newsday.
And there are more negatives to Ambien than falls, car wrecks and sleep eating.The Primary Care Companion for CNS Disorders recently reported Ambien-associated homicides. "This Brief Report presents 2 cases in which concomitant zolpidem [Ambien] and paroxetine [Paxil] use was associated with uncharacteristic, complex acts of violence for which the individuals in question claimed total or partial amnesia. Neither individual had a history of aggressive behavior before killing his or her spouse; both most likely took more than 5 mg of zolpidem on the nights of their offenses."
Sleeping pills like Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata, and Rozerem have been a gold mine for Pharma because everyone sleeps--or watches TV when they can't. Ads convey unrealistic expectations for fall-to-sleep time and the pills do not necessarily even work. In FDA documents, one sleeping pill, Rozerem, was no better than a placebo. Still, its sales shot up by 60 percent thanks to TV advertising, reported the New York Times.
Ads for Ambien in India, where it is sold under the name Zolfresh, actually claim the pill makes people live longer, according to published reports.
To churn the sleeping pill market, Pharma has rolled out subcategories of insomnia like chronic, acute, transient, initial, delayed-onset, middle-of-the-night, early-morning and non-restful sleep. The stimulants Pharma markets for "wakefulness" problems also sell sleep meds--and vice verse. Who can sleep after being on stimulants all day? And who feels wide awake in the morning after sleeping meds to treat the wakefulness meds?


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Public policy advances in the field of aging in the United States have lagged compared to the growth of the older adult population. Policy adjustments have been driven by ideological perspectives and have been largely incremental. In recent years, conservative policy makers have sought through various legislative vehicles to eliminate or curb entitlement programs, proposing private sector solutions and touting the importance of an "ownership society" in which individual citizens assume personal responsibility for their economic and health security. The election of a Democratic majority in the U.S. House and the slim margin of votes held by Democrats in the U.S. Senate may mean a shift in aging policy directions that strengthens Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, if the newly elected members are able to maintain their seats over time. The results of the 2008 presidential election will also determine how the social, economic, and other policy concerns will be addressed as the baby boomers join the ranks of older Americans.
Keywords: baby boomers, ideological perspectives, demographic variables, Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare, Medicaid, prescription drug benefit, Older Americans Act, long-term care, White House Conference on Aging, Mandate for Change, the Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007, the Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007, National Commission on Entitlement Solvency, Commission on Congressional Budgetary Accountability and Review of Federal Agencies, senior citizens
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Paulo Coelho, Fiction's Digital Alchemist
For his latest novel, the best-selling writer and social-media maestro focused on infidelity—and chose a one-word title that pairs well with a hashtag.
Best-selling writer Paulo Coelho just told me to cheat on my husband.
Not with the author himself and not for any particular reason other than that I'm far from home, it's a Swiss national holiday and "nobody's watching," he says with a smoky laugh. In his penthouse apartment overlooking the lake here, we are discussing his new novel...
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The USS Mt. St. Helens is captured by Somali pirates in the Indian Ocean. The government needs an agent to infiltrate the vessel and secure its top secret cargo. It's too sensitive a mission to send the military in and only one man can do the job: Gabe Logan. With his covert team, Gabe's saved the world before but this time the odds are stacked against him.
Logan's mission appears clear, but, as if this operation isn't challenging enough, he's faced with the possibility that his long-term partner, Lian Xing, is a double agent. With his operation compromised and the US Government breathing down his neck, Gabe's resolve is tested to the absolute limit, not least when he also realises that a mysterious figure is shadowing his every move...
He wants answers - and he's going to get them by doing what he does best - stealthy reconnaissance and ruthless elimination of his enemies.
The name's Logan...
Fresh from saving the world in the excellent Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror, Gabe Logan is back in his biggest adventure yet. Sent on a special ops mission to retrieve a package containing a dangerous, high-tech weapon from a supply ship's cargo hold, Gabe discovers that the ship has been hijacked and the weapon stolen.
To add insult to injury, Gabe's partner of 10 years, Lian Xing, has disappeared under suspicion of being a double agent. Not believing the stories, Gabe sets out on his own, travelling the world in order to find Lian and recover the stolen technology.
Early versions of the game reveal an experience that builds on the success of the previous game, while bringing in new features to make the game even more fun to play. Using the same close-up third-person view as Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror, Logan's Shadow continues the series' emphasis on stealth-orientated action.
The controls are simple - the analogue stick moves Gabe, the action buttons are used to look and aim, and the R button fires your current weapon. It's a pleasingly intuitive system that lets you get right to the action without having to think too much about the controls. You'll need it too, as the array of weaponry and gadgets on display is even more extensive than the previous game's already impressive roster.
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A few other additions have been included to keep the gameplay fresh. The cover system has been updated with the addition of side-to-side movement, leaning and blind fire around corners and obstacles - useful for suppressing fire or taking down a visible enemy without exposing yourself to attack. The physics system has also been given an upgrade and Gabe can now use enemies as human shields, as well as utilise full 360-degree underwater combat.
The game manages to balance the stealth and action elements extremely well and each mission has plenty of checkpoints, meaning you don't have to retrace your steps too much when you die, and also making the game perfect for pick-up-and play sessions when you're out and about.
Special mention has to be given to the graphics. The game looks absolutely gorgeous, with large, well-drawn characters, stunningly lifelike backdrops and some of the smoothest animation ever to grace the PSP screen. Add to this some excellent voice acting from a talented cast and an excellent, engrossing story written by acclaimed Batman scribe Greg Rucka and Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow feels like a blockbuster summer action movie in the palm of your hand.
Early versions of the game are looking extremely positive, and Syphon Filter is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling, explosive and engrossing PSP games of 2007, so keep checking eu.playstation.com for more info on this highly-anticipated mission.
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When it comes to job fields that value 50-plus workers, the nonprofit arena is a bright light. The ability to hit the ground running is your calling card. Not having to shell out time and money for training is a real selling point for a nonprofit with pressing needs, tight deadlines and perhaps a small budget.
And they're hiring.
Forty-four percent of nonprofit groups plan to hire more workers this year, up from only a third two years ago, according to a survey of more than 580 organizations by Nonprofit HR Solutions, a human resources consulting firm.
Health nonprofits, followed by environmental and animal-welfare groups, were most likely to report plans to hire, according to the report. From finance to fundraising to management and marketing, a broad sweep of skills is in demand.
But with all these jobs, the core requirement is a genuine passion for the nonprofit's mission. You can't fake that. "Your commitment for the organization's cause is what will set you apart from other candidates," said Laura Gassner Otting, president and CEO of Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group, an executive search firm based in Boston.
Here are five top jobs where the nonprofits surveyed expect an increase in hiring. Depending on the size of the charity, these jobs may offer flexible hours and can be on a full- or part-time basis. Pay ranges vary based on factors such as the size of the nonprofit, your level of experience and the location of the job.
1. Fundraiser
The nitty-gritty: Show me the money. Fundraising is how a nonprofit stays afloat. The position requires a sociable personality to really work it. A nimble networker will smoothly create connections and camaraderie with potential and existing donors.
You'll need to be alert to the various ways of raising money, be it by seeking generous gifts from individuals and corporations or by using savvy estate-planning moves to lay the groundwork for a bequest in a will. You need patience to woo even small donors to your cause, but knowing that they will be there for the long haul and help spread the word is worth it. And although much of the work is done via personal meetings, you might step into the limelight as a host of a big fundraising event such as a formal charity ball or a 10K race.
Behind the scenes, your duties may include sending heartstring-tugging form letters appealing for donations, making telephone cold call appeals to potential donors and sending thank-you notes. This job may also require you to tap the art of grant writing to apply for special funding available from an institution or government agency.
Grant writing, however, may be a full-time job at some nonprofits. While a way with words and communication skills are paramount, good listening skills are crucial, too. A successful fundraiser builds relationships over time and innately knows when it's proper to press for a pledge.
Annual pay range: $51,630 to $180,480, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Qualifications: A background in sales or public relations is a great entree. To hone your skills, you might consider taking workshop classes or enrolling in a certification program offered by the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Foundation Center. The center offers affordable classes nationwide in classrooms and online that cover grant proposal writing and fundraising skills. Many colleges and universities also offer courses in fundraising.
2. Program manager
The nitty-gritty: As a nonprofit program manager, you may have broad duties that involve running the day-to-day goings-on for all the charity's initiatives, or your job may be narrowed down to an individual program. For example, a volunteer program manager is a growing position at many nonprofits. It entails recruiting volunteers, interviewing them to find out where their skills can be put to the best use, monitoring training, juggling schedules, supervising and more. You may even need to step in if a volunteer is a no-show. Grant writing to raise funds for your program may fall under your jurisdiction.
If you're not a stickler for details and organization, this one's not for you. And remember, you're the face of the program, so you've got to be at ease with making presentations both to the board and upper management and via public events.
Annual pay range: $31,065 to $67,059, according to PayScale, an online salary, benefits and compensation information company.
Qualifications: Generally speaking, you need to have a background in managing teams of people, meeting deadlines and delivering projects as promised and on time. An energetic dose of creativity is at the heart of the position. Your role is to inspire fresh ways of tackling projects, motivate your team and continually create initiatives that advance the charity's mission. Nonprofit experience is not a specific requirement, although a degree in social work or public administration might serve you well. A working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software is nonnegotiable.
3. Marketing, communications and public relations manager
The nitty-gritty: Front and center — you're in charge for creating and delivering the persona of a nonprofit organization to the public. You could be doing anything from preparing press releases about the nonprofit's campaigns to courting the media to bring attention to the group's work via print, broadcast and social media streams. Depending on the organization, you might be in charge of producing videos or slide shows. And you should expect to have a role in coordinating the group's Web page content. You may need to send out persuasive blast emails, write copy or edit articles for newsletters.
When you put on your public relations hat, you're the spin doctor, stepping out to deliver speeches as well as setting up speaking engagements and preparing speeches for the executive director and board members.
Annual pay range: $62,852 to $111,874, according to PayScale.
Qualifications: A solid background in media relations or journalism, writing, editing and marketing are the core criteria. Special skill set: a genuine feel for the fundamental issues at the forefront of the group's mission, with a vision of how to sell it in a way that will encourage people to give and get involved. A deep network of media contacts will come in handy. A keen familiarity with social media — Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Google+ and other Internet platforms — is de rigueur.
The Public Relations Society of America and the American Marketing Association offer workshops and webinars on a variety of subjects you need to know, such as social media and branding; also, look for online and community college certification programs.
4. Education and community outreach
The nitty-gritty: If you like to get your hands dirty, this is a your chance to work at the grassroots level within communities to make a difference. You'll be on the front line offering educational programs, workshops and direct delivery of services to the community. You may be overseeing teams of volunteers who are serving meals, for example.
Say good-bye to the standard workday: Your hours will be fluid, since this position involves working face-to-face with community members; that typically means meetings and workshops in the evenings and on weekends, when they're off the clock.
You will be charged with spreading the news via educational materials, pamphlets and brochures about coming programs and activities to get people eager and involved. You'll need to reach out to community members to give them the nuts and bolts on future programs and activities. You may also be closely involved with creating the educational materials as well.
Annual pay range: $35,658 to $70,729, according to Salary.com, a compensation information site.
Qualifications: Organization and communication skills are prerequisites, plus a knack for meeting new people and building bonds to work together. On-the-job training is typically offered. You might consider attaining a certificate in social work or human services management from a community college to boost your hiring prospects.
5. Finance administration and operations
The nitty-gritty: Budget-conscious nonprofit boards are increasingly fixated on bottom-line results. Donors, too, often see themselves as investors in a cause and give more freely to those nonprofits that are businesslike in their approach and regularly meet their financial goals. That's why someone with a nose for numbers is invaluable to a nonprofit. And the best people for these jobs are often those who have done this kind of work in the private sector and have the mind-set to cut through the clutter and make tough financial decisions.
Depending on the size of the group, you can expect to juggle any number of duties, from making purchasing assessments to processing payroll checks, managing invoicing and tallying up accounts receivable and accounts paid. You'll also oversee dealings with banks, including checking and savings accounts and credit cards. Managing on a shoestring can make for some tense times, but this inside-the-belly work is vital to an organization's staying power.
Annual pay: The average salary for a finance manager at a nonprofit is $66,000, according to the online job aggregation company SimplyHired, but this can vary greatly by company, location, industry, experience and benefits.
Qualifications: If you have a background as a chief financial officer, controller or accountant, step on up. A degree in accounting or business is generally required. The most common certification is a certified public accountant. The demanding exam is administered by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. CPAs are licensed to offer a variety of accounting services, including tax preparation. Other certifications include certified internal auditor and certified financial manager.
Expertise: financial statement analysis, investment evaluation and corporate governance, as well as accounting, auditing, regulatory requirements and industry practices. You will also want to be up to speed on financial and accounting computer software, such as Quickbooks and Fund E-Z.
1.Encore.org is a go-to site for anyone interested in starting an encore career with social purpose. Click on Job Leads, then Job Listings and Encore Career Finder to search by field and locale. There are also links to other nonprofit job boards and a smorgasbord of videos and articles about nonprofit job hunting.
2. Idealist.org offers an extensive jobs board with more than 10,000 jobs currently posted. You can search by job function, such as fundraising, marketing and accounting. You can also drill down to sort for part-time or full-time positions or contract work, and even salary and education requirements.
3. The Bridgespan Group runs the online Nonprofit Jobs Center, which now has about 330 positions, including paid part-time and full-time jobs.
4. Commongood Careers is a headhunter for nonprofits looking to hire management-level types. Under the Find a Job tab, you can apply directly for openings with its clients.
5. Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group works with nonprofits looking for specific candidates to fill positions and posts those on the site, but the team also offers a fee-based service, aimed at job seekers transitioning to the nonprofit world, that includes career coaching, job search strategy and résumé and interview help.
6. The Foundation Center is a premier site that is chockablock with philanthropy information and news.
7. Sign up for the Philanthropy News Digest jobs board to learn about opportunities at foundations and nonprofits. Recently, there were 722 listings in the database.
8. The NonProfit Times is the trade publication for nonprofit managers. Its website houses the nonprofit Jobs Career Center, where you can search by keyword, field, location, salary and required education.
9. The Chronicle of Philanthropy is the principal news outlet for the philanthropy sphere. Its Jobs page has hundreds of fundraising, programming and other positions listed. The New to the Nonprofit World section offers expert tips for those who don't have nonprofit experience.
by Kerry Hannon, AARP
Kerry Hannon, AARP jobs expert, is a career transition expert and an award-winning author. Her latest book is Great Jobs for Everyone 50+: Finding Work That Keeps You Happy and Healthy … and Pays the Bills.


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Most who suffer from gout will be told by their doctor that they will feel better and suffer from much less pain if they learn to eat foods that are low in purines. It is easy to give a list of foods, and many will not have any problems fashioning their own menu with great tasting dishes that help them feel better and to avoid the build up of uric acid in their bodies. For those who aren't that creative, or don't have the time to experiment, eating the same safe foods can get boring. When this happens, they should make up their very own diet gout recipe collection so that they have new and exciting dishes to try all of the time.
For starters, anyone looking for low purines food ideas can go to most book stores on and offline and find already created collections of ideas in published diet gout recipe books they can take home and use. These should have many great suggestions for meals, and the instructions on how to make each dish. Not only are these types of books found in the book stores, they can be found in many places online as well. Look for entire meal plans as well as specialty books for main dishes, light fare, or desserts that are great for keeping higher purine foods out of the diet.
The Internet is full of great recipes for all types of eating plans. If you are on a low carbohydrate diet, you can find many amazing recipes that you may not have thought up on your own. The same can be said for someone looking for low purine dishes. Most sites full of recipes have special diet recipes for all types of medical conditions or for those looking to cut fat, calories, or carbs. There are great gout diet recipes out there as well, and are easily found. Once someone finds something they are interested in trying, they simply have to print them out and save them.
Those who want to print out only the recipes they are interested in trying should take a few steps to protect and save those recipes. This means buying something to save and organize their recipes. They can be kept in a file folder, but it's probably easier to get a binder and keep them in one place for easy viewing.
All that is needed is a three ring binder, a three hole punch, and in some cases, a laminating machine. The recipes can be stored in the binder. Lamination is a great idea, because spills happen while cooking, and the lamination will protect the paper from those and any grease splatter that may happen during food preparation.
After you've been following low purine diets for a awhile you'll probably learn enough about the foods you are eating to come up with your own recipes. These can be typed, printed, and added to your recipe collection for future use. Even better, your diet gout recipe book may be helpful to others. It's never easy eating a restricted diet, but great recipes to keep things interesting up can really make a difference.


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The Houston Dynamo have acquired Honduran international forward Carlo Costly on loan from Mexican club Atlas de Guadalajara, it was announced today. Per team and league policy, terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Costly will become eligible upon receipt of his international transfer certificate and approval of a P-1 visa.
Costly, 29, has been a standout performer for the Honduras national team since his debut in 2007, helping the Catrachos qualify for their first World Cup since 1982 and reach the semifinals of the 2009 and 2011 CONCACAF Gold Cups. Although Costly was unable to play in the 2010 World Cup due to injury, he has scored 18 goals in 48 international appearances for Honduras.
"He's been a good player for a good number of years for Honduras, who I consider a very good team in CONCACAF," Dynamo head coach Dominic Kinnear said. "I've seen him play a number of times, and I feel he has the physical ability to handle this league. From everything I've seen, he's going to be a good player for us."
Costly began his professional career with Platense in 2006 and has since played in Poland, Romania, and England before playing the 2011 Mexican clausura season with Atlas de Guadalajara. Although a newcomer to Major League Soccer, Costly has already opened his Robertson Stadium account; he scored for Honduras in a 2-2 tie against El Salvador on May 29 at the Dynamo's home venue.
Currently in fifth place in the Eastern Conference, the Dynamo head north this weekend for a match against the Philadelphia Union before returning home on Sunday, August 14, to host expansion club Portland Timbers at 8 p.m. at Robertson Stadium. Tickets are available by calling (713) 276-GOAL or logging on to HoustonDynamo.com.
The Houston Dynamo are a Major League Soccer club that has won two MLS Cup championships in its first five seasons and represented the United States in international competition four consecutive years from 2007-10. For more information, log on to www.HoustonDynamo.com or call (713) 276-7500.
Full Name: Carlos Yaír Costly Molina
Position: Forward
Height: 6'2" Weight: 187 lbs.
Date of Birth: July 18, 1982
Birthplace: San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Hometown: San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Citizenship: Honduras
Last Club: Atlas de Guadalajara (Mexico)
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Playhouse plans a 'block party' to kick off 2014 season
Go ahead and take a peek this weekend when the Westport Country Playhouse pulls back the curtain to reveal a glimpse of the inner workings of this more than 80-year-old institution.
As part of its second annual Block Party, visitors are welcome to shuffle along the same boards traversed by some of the great actors of the past and present centuries, take a look at the dressing rooms and get a sense of how productions come together.
"It's all self-guided, so you can do your own thing," said Elizabeth Marks Juviler, the playhouse's special events coordinator, about the event set for Saturday, April 12.
There will be games and activities for adults and children, special ticket offers and prizes. Visitors also will learn more about the 2014 season, which begins with Noel Coward's "A Song of Twilight," on Tuesday, April 29.
Marks Juviler said that she hopes it gives her and the other staff members a chance to share information about the myriad programs have been instituted in the past several years, such as preview events, young professional nights, literary salons and children's activities.
"They may not be aware of how much is going on here," she said.
She said a fun way to build that knowledge will be through that day's scavenger hunt. "Not only are you going to learn who has walked through our doors, or been on our stage ... but you are also going to learn some things you may not normally know about the theater," she said.
More InformationWestport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport. Saturday, April 12, 4-7 p.m. Free. Food for purchase. 203-227-4177, www.westportplayhouse.org/event1.aspx.
When visitors are not pounding the pavement, they can take a break with Beaver Beer, a Westport-based craft beer, which will be offering free tastings. Or they can find some other tasty treats, which will be available for purchase at several food trucks, including Skinny Pines Pizza, LobsterCraft and Christophe's Crepes. Shake Shack will offer complimentary custard.
Marks Juviler said there also will be a puppet-making project for children, as well as a small, temporary theater for puppet performances.
The backdrop for the entire event, of course, will be the campus itself, which first rose from a former apple orchard bought in the 1930s by theater producers Lawrence Langner and his wife, Armina Marshall, who lived in Weston. A converted cow barn became the theater, as designed by Broadway set designer Cleon Throckmorton, according to the playhouse's website. About 10 years ago, the theater and the surrounding buildings underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation.
Marks Juviler said visitors will get a chance to see how a "state-of-the-art" performing space has managed to keep all the charm of its beginnings.
She said she suspects there are many people in the community who are intrigued by the inner workings of the theater and what it takes to stage a production.
"They have yet to really step inside," she said.
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Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport. Saturday, April 12, 4-7 p.m. Free. Food for purchase. 203-227-4177, www.westportplayhouse.org/event1.aspx.


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Punk vs. Preppy at Viktor & Rolf
At Viktor & Rolf's Spring 2014 presentation, the worlds of punk and prep collided. Fashion-wise, that meant pleated skirts, leather vests, and studded collars. And when it came to the beauty, the makeup and hair were in direct contrast.
The skin was flawless with bold brows and flushed cheeks, exuding the innocence of boarding school attendees. On the other hand, the hair was something straight out of the punk hair handbook. The sides were slicked back for a faux undercut style, while the strands in back remained dry. With safety pins as jewelry and loafers to boot, we're calling this battle a draw.


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Poison ivy might be considered the bad boy of the cashew family. Mangoes, pistachios, cashews—and poison ivy.
It's generally identified through a pair of aphorisms: Leaves of three, let it be; Berries white, poisonous sight.
Reaction to poison ivy can be a tricky thing. Some people develop an immunity over the years. Others are never bothered by the plant until they're adults. Some people are greatly affected as children, then have only a mild reaction as adults.
The Cures
Calamine lotion? Forget it. It only makes you look weird.
There's a large list of cures—some tried and true, others a little questionable.
Actually, your body is likely to "cure" the problem on its own as the inflammation runs its course. The trick is to make it through that period with the least discomfort, without the urge to itch.
• Heat—Run very hot water over the blisters to make the itching go away, or use a hair dryer, taking care not to burn yourself. Similarly, stand in a hot shower and let the heat work on the afflicted areas.
• Cold—Some favor the opposite approach by rubbing the area with an ice cube.
• Bleach—Are you kidding? I know a doctor who still swears by it. Others warn blood poisoning could follow this approach.
• Baking soda—The body is sending white blood cells to attack the infection, but there's actually no infection present. Try a baking soda paste on the blisters to help dry out the skin.
• Clearasil—Acne medications contain chemicals to dry out the skin. The faster new skin grows up from below, the quicker the rash is gone.
• Oatmeal—Boil up oatmeal, let it cool some, then apply to the rash for relief. A little baking soda can be added.
• Vinegar—If you don't mind the odor, vinegar is said to bring a quick relief.
• Banana peels—Never tried this one, but why not give it whirl? Rub the inside of a banana peel on the rash. This one comes with very high recommendations.


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Before I start this post, I want you to notice that there is in fact a picture of me in here and one of Brandon. So I am keeping my promise to not only blog about Mckinley. But who are we kidding? She is the center of our world. Every day when Brandon gets home from work I proceed to tell him every little thing she did that was cute. He does the same for me when he's alone with her. We just love her so much and can't get enough!!
Anyway, life has been really good lately. Just the same old. Working a tiny bit here and there, spending lots of time with my parents, and just watching Mckinley grow and learn so much so fast! We wouldn't have it any other way.
One of the things Mckinley loves to do is pull the wipes out of the wipes container. And for some reason she loves to put them in her mouth.
Life has started to get really fun lately. Mckinley is getting more and more mobile, crawling everywhere and getting into lots of fun stuff. Here she is after she proudly pulled out all the DVD's. Good thing we don't collect a lot of movies. :)
Mckinley's very favorite toy is her music table she got from Grandpa Salmon for Christmas. She walks around and around it and stays entertained for long periods of time.
Mckinley is giving me lots and lots of practice with doing her hair in a ponytail on the top of her head. She pulls it out multiple times a day. Yesterday I spent the entire day at my parents' house just hanging out and after one of her naps, Mckinley had pulled her ponytail out and had some awesome hair to show for it.
Looked like a mohawk from the side. Ha ha ha. Love it. I think I did her hair 6 times that day.
Mckinley is starting to get a little more cuddly and we are soaking up every minute of it. Brandon lucked out the other night and had her fall asleep on his shoulder. He said it was the best day of his life. :) This picture isn't from that night, it was just yesterday after we got home from Walmart and she had fallen asleep in her car seat.
Her newest trick is climbing up the stairs. Time to really keep an eye on her. She's so proud of herself. Even while climbing up I just said "Mckinley, look at Mom" and she turned around and smiled for the camera, then kept going. She got all the way to the very top, laid her head down on the floor, and sighed. It's tough work climbing up stairs when you're just 27.5 inches tall. :)


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I'm going to start this recap by admitting — without any shame whatsoever — that this week's Glee moved me to tears not once, but twice. And one of those times may have been when the Jewish girl was inexplicably belting "O Holy Night."
Okay, so we've got that out of the way. Whew. And while "Swan Song" was a deeply heartfelt hour that — at times — felt more like a spectacular televised concert than a regularly scheduled episode of Fox's hit dramedy, it also contained a moment of pure meta hilarity. I speak, of course, of Brittany S. Pierce's explanation to Sam Evans about why she wouldn't be able to date him: "It's like all lesbians of the nation — I don't know how they found out about Santana and I dating, but once they did, they started sending me Tweets and Facebook messages on Lord Tubbington's wall. I think it means a lot to them to see two super hot, popular girls in love, and I worry if they find out about you and I dating, that they'll turn on you and get really violent and hurt your beautiful face and mouth."
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Even if you've got Brittana 4Eva tattooed on your abdomen, that's some cheeky-good writing, yes? (I know, I know, some of you are all "hell to the no," but I just can't root for any teenage relationship to be a series "endgame," or get upset when it doesn't work out the way my imagination intended. Then again, I didn't even want Carrie and Big to end up together on SATC.)
Anyhow, if you were too busy Googling whether or not The Walking Dead is based on a true story, here's what you missed on Glee.
* Rachel scored one of 10 verrrrry exclusive invites to perform at the Winter Showcase, and naturally, this rankled Cassandra July, who challenged her least favorite pupil to a dance off. And while the nasty professor won the battle, she didn't win the war: Rachel realized she'd need to focus entirely on her vocals to win, and with a flawless, jaw-dropping one-two punch of "Being Good Isn't Good Enough" and "O Holy Night," that's exactly what she did. (All in favor of Lea Michele performing in the NYADA Round Room at least once an episode for the rest of Season 4 say "aye!")
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* The drama of the event was far from over, though, when Whoopi Goldberg's Madame Tibideaux put Rachel's roommate Kurt on the spot and asked him to give a spontanous audition in front of NYADA's faculty and best students. Let's just say his transcendent rendition of "Being Alive" landed him in the exact place he wanted to be: As an incoming NYADA freshman starting with second semester! (But what will this mean for his internship at Vogue.com?)
* Back at McKinley, New Directions got DQ'd from Sectionals for leaving the stage after Marley's collapse, and the end of their competitive season left them without a choir room in which to practice. Yep, Sue co-opted the high-ceilinged space for the Cheerios' new aerialist offshoot. (There was that chick with the neck brace again!) And while the power play was far fetched, let's all just go with it for now… With their club in collapse, the glee-club members dispersed to various other extracurricular activities (Tina and Blaine as Cheerios!) but interim advisor Finn — with a lovely pep talk over the phone from ex Rachel — rallied the troops with a strongly worded email. By the end of the episode, the kids were practicing in a dark and snowy McKinley courtyard (I had guessed their new rehearsal space was going to be the cafeteria kitchen) — looking happier and sounding as good as ever. Awwww…warm fuzzies in the winter time!
* Oh, and Brittany and Sam are dating. Rachel planted a kiss on (gah!) Brody. And that's pretty much the whole ball of wax.
Episode's Best Lines
"I died a slow, horrible death choking on my own fluids." –Sue's rewrite of the plaque honoring former McKinley glee-club advisor Lillian Adler
"That's what I felt when I saw Prometheus." –Becky, responding to Sue's description of being "left with a strange, empty feeling" after vanquishing New Directions
"Finance major at Brandeis: Turns out glee club was really holding me back." –Brittany, in a fantasy sequence examining what happened to the glee club kids after Sue shut 'em down for the season
"Look, those kids, they respect you so much and they look up to you. So don't let them give up on their dreams, okay? And promise me one thing: Don't give up on yours." –Rachel, finishing up her awesome pep talk
Letter Grades for This Week's Musical Performances
Sam and Brittany, "Something Stupid": B+ (loved Brittany's harmonies on this one!)
Cassandra and Rachel, "All That Jazz": A- (Cassandra's move where she got lifted in a half split by two guys and then somehow flipped over without breaking her neck made her the hands-down winner…plus, this is one of my favorite show-tunes of all time ever.)
Rachel, "Being Good Isn't Good Enough": A+ (Holy hell…this goes down in history right alongside "Don't Rain on My Parade")
Rachel, "O Holy Night": A+ (And this…now, pass the Kleenex)
Kurt, "Being Alive": A+ (Yep, here's where the waterworks started up again. Stellar work, Mr. Hummel!)
Finn and New Directions, "Don't Dream It's Over": A (What an absolutely gorgeous choice…someone ought to sagely scoop this one up on The Voice or X Factor)
What did you think of "Swan Song"? How did you feel about the week's musical performances? Sound off in the comments!Follow @MichaelSlezakTV


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I have a few rules for our family in regards to Christmas Letters.
1. We send them.
2. We send a family picture. (Adults included. Your old college friends want to know if you've let yourself go.)
3. We take the picture on Thanksgiving day, order the prints from Costco the next day, and send them on the 1st of December. (Okay, so that hasn't happened in like 5 years and 2 kids.)
4. Last and most important, the letter has to be funny.
This year, I got way behind. My famous cousin Wendy of Blue Lily Photography offered to take our photos, but couldn't do it until until the second week of December. (She's a busy lady!) No problem. She's worth the wait.
(See below.)
But then, I waited to start the letter too. Didn't get around to it. And when I DID sit down to write it, it wasn't easy.
I didn't have any great ideas for a "theme".
Nothing clever came to mind.
So I just started writing and ended up with two (TWO) long, depressing, single spaced pages.
NOT acceptable.
I started editing and revising.
Finally, I just started over from the beginning.
About three times.
It was a painful process. (It was a painful year.)
I ended up with what you see below. And although it's not my best work, it got the job done. And I got to say "hell" in a Christmas letter.
Needless to say, last year's letter was a whole lot more fun to write. But then, 2010 was a lot more fun.
(I wont even mention the trauma I had using Mac's Address Book and trying to find a way to change the font...)
SO, there ya go. At least I did it.
Here's to a boring 2012! (Makes the letter writing so much easier.)


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What we read during Kimye's wedding…
- A powerful case for reparations from Ta-Nehisi Coates.
- In a review of Glenn Greenwald's new book No Place to Hide, Michael Kinsley essentially endorsed prior restraint, saying that the government ought to decide what newspapers get to publish. That opinion, of course, flies in the face of Supreme Court precedent and most beliefs about what journalism entails.
- On Bob Dylan fans.
- A hilarious Netflix glitch mashed up movie plot summaries.
- Ralph Nader on the legacy of 1930s conservatism.


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Vitrines is a digital and extended version of a charming alphabet featured in a 1913 book devoted to window signs and show cards.
This version was carefully developed to preserve the original hand lettered look and feel. It includes a bold weight and a set of pattern tiles to adorn your compositions.
A note about the pattern font: in order to create even patterns, be sure to set the line spacing the same size as the font and set no spaces before or after paragraphs.


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By Adriana Opromolla, Caritas Internationalis policy analyst
Cardinal Oscar Rodriguez Maradiaga brought the concerns of Caritas members to one of the most important negotiating groups at the Durban climate talks: the 132 nation G77 and China bloc of developing countries.
Cardinal Rodriguez met with G77 and China Presidency, Ambassador Silvia Merega of Argentina along with Caritas members from Europe and Latin America. He explained the importance of climate change for Caritas and the Church today. The Cardinal stressed the need to reach a just deal for future generations.
Ambassador Merega said different trends are emerging throughout the negotiations: firstly, even though the meeting aims at addressing a collective global problem such as climate change, the reality is that what is being negotiated is economic interests. This makes negotiations a long and complex process.
Secondly, she said, the various countries gathered here present different levels of development, therefore different economic capacities to make commitments. This puts further strain on negotiations.
And she said that some of the issues involved in climate change – namely, the financial aspects – are not being discussed here.
On the Green Fund, Ambassador Merega declared that negotiations are being carried out in a compartmentalised way. The G77/China bloc is worried about the clear separation between discussions about the structure of such a fund and on how it is financed. The latter discussions are unfolding outside this meeting.
Caritas expressed concern at the risk of negotiations taking too long to yield results. Ambassador Merega shared this concern. She said that it was difficult to have satisfying results in a reasonable time.
She said the Group Presidency does not have the power to influence decisions, but just to propose thematic outcomes and coordinate discussions. Regrettably, there is no unity within the group itself; its members share nothing but minimal common views.
Cardinal Rodriguez wished Ambassador Merega and the G77 good luck in their work and said the hopes of future generations were riding on a successful outcome in Durban.


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Sunday's Page Six Magazine offers up a first-person Balding Dudes and the Bonerkilling Drugs They Take To Stop Balding So They Can Get More Women To Embark Upon Unsatisfying Sex Romps With Them. Of course, by "investigate" I mean "not really," since it's Page Six Magazine and the story is basically that the author, Jeff Novich, starts balding, then spends five grand on Propecia, but gets neurotic when he hears that Propecia is supposed to lower your sex drive, I guess because baldness is linked to an overabundance of testosterone in your hair follicles, so in addition to Propecia, a lot of guys use Viagra and just learn to deal with sex lasting longer. Jeff even uses it as a pickup line (i.e. "I've never experienced any impotence problems, but don't take my word for it.") (Yeah, it didn't work.) Anyway, there are a few obvious discussion topics here, starting with "What is it about bald dudes?" moving all the way down to… "Doesn't Jeff know that getting Propecia covered is one of the easiest forms of insurance fraud known to modern emasculated man?
1. Some women like bald dudes. Some women like any imperfections in the dudes they are dating, as imperfections are humanizing, and women like to relate to men as humans, even though men persist in fooling themselves into thinking women are mystical creatures that they have to "seduce" with an arsenal of rhetorical and sensual skills.
2. Bald dudes are worse about this. I don't know why. The comforting thing about a bald dude is that baldness is one of the few biological justifications we have for having to be "the pretty sex." I mean, we're the ones who bleed and bear children and get cellulite, but at least we don't go bald, so baldness at least does its part to counteract the paradoxical injustices of gender roles.
3. According to some study, women perceive balding men to be more mature. And statesmanlike, and less given to typical juvenile male behavior. This is a total load of crap.
4. I once went on a plastic surgery junket and saw video footage of numerous hair transplant surgeries. Oh my god was it gross. And seriously, you get, like, thousands of stitches. And it looks better than plugs…but. It's also thousands of dollars. I'd say it could be a good thing for the dude population to reach plastic surging expenditure parity with women, but…No. It would not.
5. Shaving the head. Worked for Harry Goldblatt, and most black men. I don't endorse, in part because I kind of think any dude who shaves that often would expect me to shave more often, but you can discuss amongst yourselves.
6. Propecia isn't covered by insurance. As Jeff notes. But Proscar is. And it's the same thing! Just manufactured in bigger doses for enlarged prostates. Which you'll have eventually anyway, right?


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Under the link a small video of our work, Honda Fit and reducer of our design, the engine pulls 270 kilograms ...


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Sashiko Sewing
Intermediate | 58 min
Learn how one stitch can provide you with inspiration for a lifetime of creative practice. Using the running stitch as a base, mixed media artist Lisa Solomon shows you the Japanese tradition of sashiko stitching as well as a plethora of ideas for creative and practical use. You'll learn how to work with traditional patterns (or make your own designs based on a grid layout) to make decorative pieces or mend and patch garments. No matter the method you choose, you'll find that sashiko is a great way to slow down and stitch with intention, creating beauty from simplicity.
What you'll get:
Learn how to:
- Work with sashiko needle and thread
- Load needle with fabric for stitching
- Sew a basic running stitch with consistently spaced stitches
- Create traditional and new patterns for stitching
- Patch and mend clothing using basic stitches
What you'll get:
- Step-by-step expert instruction on how to do sashiko stitching and use it to make decorative pieces or mend garments
- 7 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
- Detailed supplies list
- The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students
Here's what you'll need:
- Woven fabric scraps for practicing or garments for mending
- Embroidery or crochet thread (Lisa prefers sashiko thread by Olympus)
- Sashiko or embroidery needle
- Thimbles
- Fabric marker or marking chalk
- Clear ruler
- Cardboard (if making templates)
- Scissors
- Class PDF for pattern examples
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Planners 101: Creative Ideas for Choosing and Using a PlannerStephanie Fleming
Happy Planner founder, Stephanie Fleming, provides a thorough introduction to the exciting world of planners, sharing a wealth of knowledge on how to plan your happy life. This class will not only help you choose your planner, but will also help you decide how you want to customize and embellish it. Stephanie shows you how to add pages, punch photographs, embellish with stickers and pens, and exercise your creativity – all while staying on task. As Stephanie says, "I want this class to feel like a guided meditation – let me walk you through the process."
Daily Painting Challenge: Flowers, Fruits and the Natural WorldCarolyn Gavin
Join artist and illustrator Carolyn Gavin for a month of exploring color. Using both gouache and watercolor, Carolyn will demonstrate how she works from reference and imagination to create her paintings. She begins the daily challenge with her signature florals, then works through the month using fruits, veggies, and household objects as subjects. You'll experiment with shape and color and learn how to let inspiration guide you along your painting journey. Finish your paintings by adding detail with pen and ink to create a month of beautifully rich paintings.
Lingerie Sewing: Underwire Bralette and Ruffle PantyMadalynne Intimates
The pairing of Simplicity and Madalynne Intimates is a match made in lingerie heaven. Designer Maddie Flanigan uses the Simplicity 8711 pattern to show you step by step how to sew a gorgeous set of intimates. The underwire bralette features a monowire for support, housed in an interior frame called a floating bridge. The monowire and bust darts create a bralette that gives exceptional support and shapes without flattening. You'll also learn how to attach a hook and eye closure and make adjustable elastic shoulder straps. The underwear is sewn in a matching fabric with three tiers of flounces for a glamorous effect.
Knit the Lady Soul SweaterWool And The Gang
Cool and classic, simple and sophisticated, the Lady Soul Sweater is a fabulous quick knit. Featuring minimal shaping and an intriguing cable running up both arms, this sweater comes together in a snap using large needles and fluffy yarn. Lucy from Wool And The Gang walks you through casting on, working the cable, seaming the sweater, and picking up stitches to create a luscious funnel neck. The slightly cropped fit is oh-so-chic and can be easily extended by knitting a few extra rows.
Patchwork Improv: Working with StripsSherri Lynn Wood
For textile artist Sherri Lynn Wood, improvisation is a way to make choices in all aspects of daily living, but especially in her patchwork process. In this class, Sherri demonstrates the freedom and excitement of improv patchwork by focusing on string piecing. Working within a "score" or flexible pattern, you'll learn how to work with surprises, make choices from random selections, celebrate "whoopie" moments, and troubleshoot in the moment. By the end you'll have a beautiful piece of patchwork that can be further developed into a quilt or used as a decorative piece.
Sew a Linen Bucket BagElke Bergeron
Create your own linen and leather bag with the expert guidance of Elke Bergeron. Elke shows you how to sew a classic bucket bag, plus she shows you how to make a beautiful leather shoulder strap and a coordinating leather tassel. This class provides a foundation in basic sewing and leather-working skills, and results in a gorgeous handbag, perfect for year-round use.
Sashiko SewingLisa Solomon
Learn how one stitch can provide you with inspiration for a lifetime of creative practice. Using the running stitch as a base, mixed media artist Lisa Solomon shows you the Japanese tradition of sashiko stitching as well as a plethora of ideas for creative and practical use. You'll learn how to work with traditional patterns (or make your own designs based on a grid layout) to make decorative pieces or mend and patch garments. No matter the method you choose, you'll find that sashiko is a great way to slow down and stitch with intention, creating beauty from simplicity.
Super Slouch Crocheted CardiganMarly Bird
If you're comfortable wielding a hook but have never attempted a crocheted garment, look no further than the Super Slouch Crocheted Cardigan. Marly Bird, proud Red Heart spokesperson and expert knitter and crocheter, coaches you through this oversized cardigan that's simple to make and cozy to wear. The cardigan is worked in one piece beginning with a double crochet and a simple shell stitch for a pop of texture on the back. Stitches are then cast on for the sleeves, and the front is worked as two separate panels before attaching a shawl collar that repeats the shell motif. Class includes a downloadable pattern PDF in sizes XS (36" bust) to 3XL (63" bust).
Arm Knitting: Make a Throw PillowAnne Weil
Arm knitting is a simple process that yields luxurious results. Using super bulky yarn, knit designer Anne Weil shows you how to create a color-blocked pillow cover. As a finishing touch, you will also learn how to sew a simple pillow lining. This plush pillow can be made in a day and enjoyed year round.
Freezer Paper PiecingTara Faughnan
Colorful quilter Tara Faughnan shares her technique for piecing geometric quilts with freezer paper templates. This technique creates super precise points and makes piecing a breeze – and best of all, the templates can be used over and over again. Along the way, Tara shares her knowledge of choosing fabrics based on color value and interaction, and then goes on to show how to create your own templates. After that, it's time to piece! Tara demonstrates how to make a diamond-themed mini quilt, but this technique can be applied to quilts of all shapes and sizes.
Cricut Crafts: Monogrammed Leather KeychainAmber of Damask Love
Learn how to make a professional looking custom leather keychain using the Cricut Maker. Amber from Damask Love shows how easy it is to use the Cricut Design Space to create your layout. She then shows how to cut out precise leather shapes on your Cricut Maker and assemble the keychain with embroidery floss and leather glue. This quick and stylish project is perfect for anyone learning how to work with leather on their Cricut machine.
Beginning Watercolor: Mark-Making and Expressive Brush StrokesYao Cheng
Now that you've had a chance to play with color and basic techniques, you're ready to get to know your paintbrushes. This class is all about exploring the effects you can achieve with different brushes and strokes. To practice these techniques, Yao will show you several ways to paint trees and leaves, and at the end she'll show you how to paint simple wreaths full of greenery.
Digitizing Watercolor: Creating Art Prints in PhotoshopCecelia Murphy
Learn how to take that painting out of your sketchbook and turn it into a reproducible art print! Designer and artist, Cecelia Murphy, shows you her technique for scanning artwork, touching it up in Photoshop, and transforming it into a giclee print. This fine art printing format allows you to create high-quality multiples of your artwork, perfect for selling on Etsy or at craft fairs. Perfect for Photoshop first-timers, Cecelia shows you how to use your painting as a jumping off point to enhance color, achieve brighter whites and even add digital paint brush strokes to improve and stylize your painting. This digitizing technique is ideal for watercolor artists, but also works well with artwork made in other mediums.
Make a Classic Macramé Plant HangerEmily Katz
Learn how to create the most iconic of all macramé projects: the Plant Hanger. Emily Katz shows you how to create a hanger out of cotton rope tied into simple square knots and half square knots. This project is totally customizable and can work with planters of any size. Emily will show you how to calculate the proportions of your planter and construct a hanger that will hold the pot perfectly.
Hand-Built CeramicsLinda Fahey
Learn how to create beautiful ceramic vessels at home without a potter's wheel. California ceramicist and designer Linda Fahey shows you every step of setting up a studio at home, and then demonstrates three methods for hand-building pottery. Along the way, she covers creating and attaching handles and even provides an introduction to glazing and firing. This three-part course covers all of the essential information you need to know to play with clay in your home studio.
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Opticians are in high demand in the job market, and the need for eye care professionals is constantly expanding. In this course, you'll gain the skills and knowledge you need to obtain an entry-level job as an optician. In addition, you'll prepare for the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) certification, which is required by many states and is a stepping-stone to career advancement.
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September is our annual broker-dealer issue and includes the 22nd annual Broker-Dealers of the Year contest. Chosen by their own reps, the four winners met us in Chicago to talk about the issues they face in their businesses and the industry overall.
September also brings the 12th annual Top Wealth Managers survey. We uncover the changes and challenges the wealth management industry has experienced over the last year and look ahead to new ones.
Also in this issue, look for the 2012 Broker-Dealer Sales Oversight study, which examines the state of broker-dealer compliance and interaction with sales practice management. Olivia Mellan shares what she's learned about why boomers are divorcing and how their advisors can help them. And, Savita Iyer-Ahrestani explains the right way to invest in China.
To Serve and Protect: The 2012 Broker-Dealers of the Year
Not to take anything away from previous Broker-Dealers of the Year winners, but the interaction between this year's honorees at our roundtable discussion in Chicago was top-notch, once again showcasing the passion and dedication that earned each of them the award.
All of this year's participants were owners or part-owners of their respective firms, and the entrepreneurial spirit was present throughout. Group Editor-in-Chief James J. Green and Editor-in-Chief John Sullivan sat down with the winners to get their thoughts on regulations, service, succession planning and budgetary priorities.
The wealth management industry is rapidly changing and has entered into the mature stages of its evolution. The average wealth management firm is not only much larger, but is also a more prominent competitor with a well-established brand, presence and reach into the very top levels of the high-net-worth market.
Many firms are owned by institutional investors, such as private equity and publicly owned firms. New structures of ownership and branding are emerging, providing new resources and capabilities while altering the competitive landscape. Finally, the patient efforts of organically grown firms have paid off in building large, competitive organizations. Philip Palaveev and Jonathan McQuade break down the results of the 12th annual Top Wealth Manager Survey.
Forces for Good: Trends and Challenges for Broker-Dealers
In 2010, Albridge, an affiliate of Pershing, a BNY Mellon company, commissioned Beacon Strategies LLC, a strategy and tactical consulting firm that focuses on the broker-dealer market, to systematically examine the state of broker-dealer compliance and interaction with sales practice management. The results were published in November 2010 in a report entitled "Broker-Dealer Sales Practices Oversight: Secrets of Their Success."
Albridge believes it is important for the broker-dealer community to have a continuous, updated perspective on this topic, and commissioned Beacon to update this study in January 2012. Chip Kispert and Marshall Levin of Beacon Strategies share the results of the study.
An alarming fact has surfaced amid the media fascination with aging baby boomers, and it's not about the number of knee replacements or sales of touring motorcycles (although both of these are up).
They're getting divorced. Olivia Mellan discovers what's behind boomers' break-ups in the first of a two-part series.
Life Partners: Grow Your Practice With an Insurance Partner
Between the ongoing market volatility and the rapid evolution in insurance products, it's easy to see why many financial advisors aren't talking to their clients about life insurance. They're already stretched, and learning about complex products takes them away from their bread-and-butter business. What they may not be aware of, however, is that offering life insurance to clients can help them build their practices, increase client retention and satisfaction, and enhance their clients' portfolios.
The good news for financial advisors is that they don't need to become life insurance experts and reinvent themselves; they simply need to find the right partner. Kevin Kimbrough explains.
New China: Investing in a Growing Global Leader
It goes without saying that today, investing in China is no great secret. But how one does it is what's important. There are many IPOs coming out of China, and Mark Mobius, executive chairman of Templeton Emerging Markets Group, believes that separating the good opportunities from the bad is one of the greatest challenges that investors today face. But he also believes that going the extra mile and researching them properly and thoroughly, and looking at China beyond its obvious, gigantic stature in the global economy, is what's going to take investors forward to where the opportunities really lie.
Savita Iyer-Ahrestani talks to industry experts about what to look for in China.
On a Tear: How Altegris Made Alternatives Pay Off
Maintaining the proper work/family balance ain't easy, something Jon Sundt knows firsthand. While playing conference host to 400 top advisors and investors in early May (with such notable speakers as Mohamed El-Erian, Jeffrey Gundlach and John Mauldin), Sundt had to cut short an interview in order to race across town to his daughter's play before racing back to introduce the next VIP.
It's all in a day's work for the president and CEO of Altegris, the "it" alternative investment provider he founded in 2002. The firm, with its $3.27 billion in client assets and clearing services for $997 million in institutional assets, is attracting buzz; so much so that it was able to effortlessly attract the stellar speaker lineup for its conference. Sundt explains how he's been so successful to Editor-in-Chief John Sullivan.


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