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GlaxoSmithKline Implicated in Massive Global-Warming-Denial Scheme
Are Vampires People, Too?
Yesterday afternoon, I noticed three fat robins in our crabapple tree, picking off the fermented fruit the waxwings inexplicably never came for. That's been one of several odd things I've noted this winter. The waxwings usually get most of the crabs before the robins arrive. It's usually quite a party, but almost March and no waxwings. The shriveled red raisins still beckon all comers.
I watched the robins for a minute, and then another flew down to imbibe, and then another and another, like leaves falling from the tall green ash by the driveway. I looked up and there was the whole community, about twenty birds, huddled against the wind in the old tree's unkempt branches. Gossiping, I suppose, like we do at our parties.
But unlike our parties, dreams of worms were in these fat kids' eyes. They weren't just winter-overs. They were part of the migrant horde, and they'd settle for fermented crabs now and have some fun, but they were expecting the ground to thaw sooner rather than later, the worms to wriggle out of the wet, warming soil. They knew, even if we can't quite wrap our heads around it through gossip or by other means, that spring's coming weeks earlier than usual.
Notwithstanding gossip, a big part of why we're behind the robins in understanding our beautiful, fragile world is Heartland Institute (1) , probably the most well-heeled and well-funded Reality-Denial factory ("conservative think tank" in the vernacular) in the world. With a projected 2012 budget of almost $8 million, they promote scientific ignorance, misrepresentation of facts and good ol' American naked political expediency. Among several other anti-science canards which, if they can sell them to the public will make them richer than Zeus, is a program to promote a money-cooked curriculum to our public schools which will teach K-12 kids that global warming (or climate change if you're squeamish) is a liberal hoax.
How do we know this? Not from Corporate Media that's for sure. But rather from extrapolating Reality out of grade-B horror movies. We've always known, for example, that while vampires aren't really alive, they are possessed of certain anti-social personality disorders that animate and mobilize them for the sake of their own bottom line at the expense of Life itself, and that we as a society reward this kind of behavior at our extreme and scary peril. So it goes for corporations, and for Heartland Institute.
A creature of giant energy companies, the tobacco industry, the Koch brothers and the Bitterroot's own GlaxoSmithKline, Heartland was recently exposed about its secret plans to corrupt society for the sake of profit (surprise!) in an internal document leaked by the Pacific Institute(2). According to the leaked document (3) Heartland proposes to manufacture a "global warming curriculum for K-12 Schools" that "isn't alarmist or overtly political", and then they plan to buy the politicians to stick this high-priced garbage to us and our kids.
This "curriculum" is being developed for Heartland by Dr. David Wojick, a scientist who has worked for the Dept. of Energy and has no degrees in climate science. For about $1 million, Dr. Wojick is slated to produce the step-by-step educational tools our teachers will need to teach our kids to pony up to corporate ideology regarding global warming that essentially goes like this:
· Global Warming isn't happening.
· Well, there's no evidence it's happening.
· Well, if there is evidence, then it's not due to people.
· Well, if it's due to people, then it's beneficial.
· Well, if it's not beneficial, our C.E.O.s have the right to make obscene profits, so too bad.
Just as we know that vampires aren't living people, we also know that corporate cynicism isn't genuine scientific skepticism. You don't need a degree in science or cinematography. It's visceral. To point: Heartland Institute cut its teeth—or fangs if you will-- back in the 80s and 90s funding "studies" disputing the overwhelmingly and patently-obvious evidence that cigarette smoke was bad for you. Anyone who remembers the tobacco industry's—and Heartland's-- sleazy tactics during the long battle to get lawmakers to admit the obvious then will recognize the tactics used by Heartland now, in its campaign to attract vast amounts of capital from what it self-defines as its "affluent libertarian" donors. These tactics can easily be boiled down to the following:
· Any reality-based situation that is in danger of being regulated by the government to the detriment of the "affluent libertarian's" bottom line will be denied and opposed by well-funded junk science and junk arguments with paid-for "scientists" who behave more like defense lawyers trying to save a mafia boss' skin than technical professionals promoting a truly-alternative view.
· Conversely, any government actions or regulations that will pad their bottom line, like War for instance, will be supported to the point of destroying our kids' and grandkids' health and ecosystems up to and including the point of their possible extinction.
In other words, Heartland and its "affluent libertarians" fundamentally believe: that they bought this government and it is theirs, not ours, that they will do with it what they want, thank you, and that we and our kids and grandkids can simply go to hell. Is it a coincidence that this is the same philosophy adhered to by the 18th century despots America's "founders" overthrew? I don't think so.
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and, more to the point, the average Bitterrooter, has a level of responsibility in all this. I certainly don't blame you if you count yourrself with the majority of Bitterrooters who cherish the notion that our little community is too small-potatoes to make any difference in the Big Bad World so the best thing to do is go skiing or fishing. Of course it is—on the surface. But here's a few things to think about that might bring this train wreck of a social disease home a bit: Heartland's budget is up 170% from their 2011 $4.6 million budget . A single "Anonymous Donor"—probably David Koch—has contributed $13 million between 2007 and 2011. Nineteen corporate donors, including GSK, contributed almost $1.5 million last year alone. While GSK's contribution of $50,000 appears small to Koch's $13 million infusion, consider that General Motors (remember that company that got billions of taxpayer-funded bail-out money?) kicked in only $30,000. Microsoft contributed $60,000. For all you good ol' boys out there, put $5,000 from Anheuser-Busch in your boilermaker and pound it down for perspective. GSK's $50,000 will buy 50 of the 70 "elected officials" Heartland intends to purchase with a plane ticket, a party and steak and eggs for breakfast. For perspective, when was the last time you had $1000 spent on your head that wasn't a criminal background check? How much does your local Democratic Central Committee have in its bank account? For a clue, most Democratic organizations in Western Montana operate on less cash than the price of buying off just one of these corrupt politicians. In other words, GSK is a major player in this death-wish façade our kids will have to pay for and live with, and it wants to be. And part of their massive profit-base that enables such bad-boy corporate behavior is generated right here in Ravalli County. That should be of significant concern to Bitterrooters who care about robins and suchlike.
So what to do? Well, first of all, contact GSK and ask them what the hell?! Bearing in mind, of course that those who work at GSK are our friends and neighbors, which also begs the question. Do we Bitterrooters really believe that we have to drink the libertarian Kool-Aid, mixed up for us by ethically-challenged Big Pharma companies and equally-challenged commissioners, faux preachers and anti-environmentalists who would dope us into believing we have to teach our kids that Reality is a Liberal Hoax in order to keep jobs in the Bitterroot? That, in my opinion, is the core question we all have to deal with before we can make any headway against this Tea Party/libertarian "populism" that is threatening to turn our county into a theocracy.
If you think this chain-of-thought is simple-minded to the extreme, you're right. If you think it's just plain false, then first of all please download and read the document (2), and then consider how simple it has been for these "corporate persons" to bald-facedly buy and pedal enough influence within our corrupted political and media systems to stall the United States, and therefore the whole world, against acting on any meaningful policies to avert the unprecedented human-caused ecological disaster we affectionately refer to as Global Warming.
As for robins and other Bitterrooters, inevitable life dramas shrink up even normal winters for us mere humans. That can't be helped. In a way we're too smart for our own good. Sometimes we can't find our seasonal bearing because we just have more mental clutter than a robin. But notwithstanding our limited capacity to comprehend life cycles as well drunken birds do, we all know spring is coming earlier and earlier. We don't need a Big Pharma company to tell us different. The snow's on the ground for less and less days. Short season with no real cold weather. Bark beetles molly-coddled through light frosts lurking in the lurch, along with early runoffs and rumors of drought. Blamers waiting in the wings, already deploying accusations of treason against those who have been fingered by our corrupted politicians—local and national-- to be the easy targets of their unexamined anger. The conclusion of that drama, of course, is for us to decide. I won't name names here, but history is unkind to societies who allow thugs and snake-oil salesmen to flush them violently down the collective toilet bowl. Even rational minds, for all their faults, can grasp this. It could get bad for those of us who consider ourselves rational. The least we can do is speak up.
Contact GlaxoSmithKline (553 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton, http://us.gsk.com/html/contact-us/index.html ) , and tell them to quit funding junk science with their Bitterroot profits.
(2) http://www.desmogblog.com/sites/beta.desmogblog.com/files/(1-15-2012)%202012%20Fundraising%20Plan_0.pdf


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Gold has certainly glittered again this year. Bullion prices have reached new highs but investor demand for gold has seemingly not yet fully translated to gold mining shares. Their performance lagged the gold price on the way up after catching the full force of the 2008 fall. As Evy Hambro, manager of the BlackRock gold & general fund, explained to me a few days ago, there are sometimes phases where gold stocks simply fail to follow the gold price and it is not always possible to rationalise these moves.
One explanation he put forward was that investors are sceptical of the sustainability of the gold rally. It is also true that many mining companies have poor records of capitalising on high gold prices, tending to reinvest profits poorly, a particular problem when rising inflation drives up the cost of extraction. Additionally some firms have been caught out by taking on too much debt at the wrong time.
However, this lack of financial discipline could be a thing of the past, especially for the major producers. Companies are in better shape than previous cycles with minimal debt and record amounts of cash flow. So far, comparatively little of this has been passed to shareholders by way of dividends, although some companies are improving on this front. Newmont Mining, for instance, has tied its payouts to the gold price itself. Evy Hambro believes they should be paying even more but anticipates it could at least act as a catalyst for others to follow suit with this type of dividend policy. In time, this could mean investors receive far more income from the sector as a whole.
With large amounts of cash on their balance sheets, dividends represent one obvious route for gold mining companies. Alternatively, there is scope for significant merger and acquisition activity as bigger producers look to snap up the assets of smaller rivals. This has been shown recently by Newcrest Mining's bid for Lihir Gold, Kinross' bid for Red Back Mining and Goldcorp's bid for Andean Resources and is certainly something that could help underpin valuations of firms that become targets.
The most important factor for the sector remains the supply and demand equation. Production is about the same level as it was in 2001, yet demand is rising. Central banks, in the past big sellers of gold, have become net purchasers. This is particularly the case with emerging nations. China buys nearly all of its own domestic production and Mexico, which recently bought a massive 100 tons over two months, is set to be a regular buyer. Retail investors have got in on the act too with the launch of numerous exchange traded funds aiming to provide returns in line with the gold price. Many of these ETFs are backed by the physical metal and have been in popular demand.
The dynamics of the gold market have clearly changed but there can be no quick response from the mining industry as it takes several years to get a new gold mine up and running, so the case for gold remains strong. For me, Western currencies cannot be trusted and gold remains the ultimate store of value which cannot be devalued by politicians. Moreover, demand is resilient from emerging markets looking to diversify their reserves.
A fund such as BlackRock gold & general is an excellent means of profiting from the rise of gold and other precious metals. As well as gold producers, it holds companies such as Fresnillo, the world's biggest silver producer. There is also platinum exposure where there are supply constraints and growing demand from the auto industry, notably in the US, where a switch from petrol to diesel cars means greater demand for its use in catalytic converters.
Significantly, investor appetite for mining shares has fallen behind that of the metals themselves, in my view, a potential opportunity to increase exposure in this fund for the long term.
Mark Dampier is head research at Hargreaves Lansdown


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Monday, August 24, 2009
Two Layouts.
Dos paginas
This first one if for a Scrapping Out Loud blog . The challenge was to use tissue paper and a bow; I made the pumpkin with white tissue paper and then sprayed it with Tattered Angels and inked it with Distress ink. I also used their sketch (8/18-8/24)
Esta primera la hize para un reto de Scrapping Out Loud. Consistia en usar papel de china y un mon~o; La calabaza la hize con papel de china blanco y la rocie con Tattered Angels y la pinte con distress ink.
This second one was for The Scrappiest blog I used this sketch (#26)
Esta segunda la hice para The Scrappiest blog y la base es este esquema (#24)
I also made this layout for the September-October Guest Design Team Contest at Scrappin' Mojo they challenged us to use ribbon in a creative way, I made all the flowers except for the little round green ones; i also made the steams and leaves out of ribbon.
Esta tambien la hice para un consurso para el equipo de diseno para los meses de Septiembre-Octubre en Scrappin' Mojo ahi nos retaron a usar liston de una manera creativa. Yo hice todas las flowers con excepcion de las chiquitas verdes redondas, tambien hice los tallos y las hojas con liston.
I feel so honored that I was chosen to be part of the GDT, Thank You Jan and Terri!!!!!
Me siento muy honrada de que fui escogida para participar en el equipo, Gracias Jan y Terri!!!!
Thanks for visiting!!!!!
7 comments:
Cute cute cute. Love both LO's they're adorable!
- Monday, August 24, 2009
- Jessica said...
ohhh gosh that pumpkin on the first layout came out so adorable!!! thanks so much for playing along with us at SOL...hope you play along again!!! :-D love love that other layout also..that ribbon is divine!
- Tuesday, August 25, 2009
- Denise said...
Ohhhh how absolutely adorable!!!! Love your layouts!!! Thanks for joining us this week! Can't wait to see more of you!!!
- Tuesday, August 25, 2009
- Arlene said...
thanks for stopping by my blog. I love yours!!! it so pretty!!!
your work is awesome, too.
- Thursday, August 27, 2009
- Debbie said...
I did my first page map during the Adornit Blog Hop and that convinced me of how great page maps are. I love your new map, and I can't wait to try a layout with it. I even have some photos waiting! Thanks for the inspiration. --Debbie
- Monday, August 31, 2009
- Miranda said...
Love that your blog is bilingual! Your work is gorgeous!
- Wednesday, September 02, 2009
- Sonia said...
Pero que belleza, me gusta mucho el contraste del verde y la parte amarilla de la foto. Espectacular!
Todos los detalles me gustaron.
- Saturday, September 05, 2009


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This is a slightly longer story than I usually tell. Bear with me.
A couple of years ago I bought a very expensive silk shirt with horses on it. It made me very happy until the dye bled all through the underarm area (overshare alert: I seem to have Acid Rain strength sweat). I took it to the dry-cleaners and they said they couldn't do much without destroying the fabric and I didn't want to try water in case of more bleedage. I was about to give it up as lost, when husband asked how much I had paid for the shirt. EEEEK! When I told him, he then said "Return it" which I hadn't actually considered. The shop were awesome about it which was great but sadly no more shirt.
Husband then asked what was so special (read: Why was it so expensive?) about the shirt. The answer was, of course, the print. He enquired as to why didn't I just make myself something similar to which I replied I wouldn't be able to find fabric like it anywhere.
He then suggested that I bought some fabric from Spoonflower because he is awesome and knows about sites such as this, because he (mostly) listens to me yabber on about these things. My response was that it was *very expensive* to buy fabric from this site to which he queried "As expensive as that shirt?"
Cue: epiphany!
So I went online shopping and found some amazing fabric on Spoonflower, which made my heart sing as much as the horsies had, to make a replacement shirt with. I purchased some in a lovely organic silk cotton and made it up into a shirt using Simplicity 7214, a vintage pattern from the late 60s.
May I present Exhibit A – The Mermaid Shirt. I fussy cut my keister off with this one, every piece individually placed and carefully cut. I also french seamed and hand sewed where appropriate. Much care was taken.
I thought this shirt was going to be the answer to all my prayers. Sadly no. I wore it about four times and felt all wrong in it.
Some considerations:
- I meant it for 'going out' wear, however when I go out I usually wear dresses
- For casual going out, paired with skinnies and heels, it felt 'not me' – I felt like I was dressed up as another woman
- The collar sat too high and the points weren't even, which ground my gears
- It pulled a little across my (enormous – not) bust
It sat unloved in my wardrobe and in the meantime I made a jacket with some of the remainders.
I discussed with my number one sewing buddy: my sister. Her wisdom was to start with the part of the shirt that irked the most. So out came my scissors and I whacked off the top of the collar.
It was a good start. But I needed to do more. So I cut the bottom off to make it straight, and also cunningly stitched a little dome into the placket to keep it from pulling.
Much happier with the outcome. And I wore it out recently on a hot, muggy evening as a soft, light jacket.
Think the process has gone swimmingly.
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UMFRDC was established in 2003 and formerly known as University Malaya Centre for Family Development (UMCFD). In accordance with the University of Malaya status as a research university on 11 June 2007, UMCFD was changed to University Malaya Family Research and Development Centre (UMFRDC).
UMFRDC focuses on multidisciplinary research related with families and children development since families are the main influence on the development of children along with other people and settings such as teachers and schools. In addition, UMFRDC also carries out consultations and collaboration with public, private and international institutions. Besides that, UMFRDC also conducts monthly talks, counseling services, family and children seminars, voluntary programs and various outreach activities in a variety of communities.
To be an internationally renowned centre for family research, resource and development.
The UMFRDC is committed to promoting and conducting interdisciplinary collaborative research on family processes and development; to using and disseminating research information that enhance the well-being of community and family; to forge alliances/partnerships in support of the university community and public by translating information gathered on family research into enhancement and prevention/intervention programs and national policies. It will impact directly on nation building efforts in the areas of family development, exemplary parenting, marriage, and development in childhood care and education.
Monthly Talk
The talk will be held every first Friday of the month. It will discuss issues related to the family, marriage, parenting, children and spiritual problems occurring among teenagers, adults, family and community. This talk is for the University of Malaya community, and it is aimed at educating all the staff, lecturers, and students both spiritually and physically.
Convention on Rights of the Child (CRC)
The Convention deals with the child-specific needs and rights. It requires that states act in the best interests of the child. This approach is different from the common law approach found in many countries that had previously treated children as possessions or chattels, ownership of which was sometimes argued over in family disputes. Some of honorable panel members will be giving talks discussing this matter. We will hold this CRC session this coming October 2013 in collaboration with SUHAKAM and other NGOs.
Family Support Services
The Family Research & Development Centre works on identifying and responding to the needs of all families. Our services may include providing counseling to the family and the individual person who is having problems in the workplace or in the home. The participant may choose the counselor whom they trust from UMFRDC's list of counselors for consultation. The maximum for consultation hour is 3 hours; participants need to make appointment earlier before the consultation date.
Parent Education, Training and Support Group
Parents are invited to talks and training will be given by professionals organized by the UMFRDC to help them understand more about their children's characteristics. The Centre also observes their children being trained and will teach them to carry out the same training at home, especially if the child has behavioral problems. Parent education programs are focused on enhancing parenting practices and behaviors, such as developing positive discipline techniques, learning age-appropriate child development skills, promoting positive play and parent-child interaction, and locating or accessing community services, support and resources.
Malaysian Online Journal of Family development (MOJFAD)
The Malaysian Online Journal of Family Development (MOJFAD) is an international, peer reviewed, and open access electronic journal published by the University Malaya Research Centre for Family Development (UMRCFD). It serves as a platform for presenting and discussing the emerging issues in areas of family studies, family violence, gender studies, human growth & development, psychology, social work, marriage, ageing, spiritual development and sociology. The journal is published twice a year (July and December). Submissions will be reviewed by members of the MOJFAD editorial board anonymously.
Other activities held by the University of Malaya Family Research & Development Centre
Training / Course
> Parenting Education Series 1-7
> Talk on Family Issues
> Training on Family Education
Convention / Conference
> Future Family Conference September - 2013/2014
> Convention on Rights of the Child October - 2013/2014
> International Conference on Family and Children Development December - 2013/2014
> Family Management for Disabled Child
> Research Module on Future Family Education
> Effective Study on Family Institution's Recovery Method
> Research in Special Education
> Effectiveness of FELDA Transformational Program
> Malaysian Online Journal of Family Development (MOJFD)
> The Stabilization of Family Institution
> Book on Fostering positive values toward strengthening social institutions / family
> Book on Family and Children Education
> Magazine Article on Family Institution
> Literacy Program for Aboriginals
> Program AsasMembaca
> Program with FELDA community
> Program Prihatin
> School Adoption Program
University of Malaya Family Research & Development Centre
Level 1, Block D
Faculty of Education
University of Malaya
50603 Kuala Lumpur
Tel : 03 - 7967 5019 /5013
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The Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden are located on Palm Creek Road, Tanawha, beside the Tanawha Golf Course.
How to get there
Opening hours
The garden is open from 7.00am to 5.00pm (April to October) and 7.00am to 6.00pm (November to March)
Take a walk in the gardens
Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Gardens — providing an experience of harmony between humans and the living Earth.
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Picnic facilities
- picnic tables can be found in several locations with attractive views in both sun and shade
- two large picnic shelters are available with tables and chairs that overlook the lagoon and open lawn
- seats are located at special destination points throughout the gardens
- there are no barbecue facilities, however you are welcome to bring your own
- rubbish bins are not provided; please take all rubbish away with you.
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George Zimmerman 'pointed a shotgun at his girlfriend'
A Florida man acquitted of murder in the fatal shooting of an unarmed black teenager has been arrested on charges he pointed a shotgun at his girlfriend.
George Zimmerman, 30, has been jailed in Seminole County, Florida.
Mr Zimmerman was charged with felony aggravated assault, battery, domestic violence and criminal mischief, a sheriff's office spokesman said.
In July, a jury cleared Mr Zimmerman of the February 2012 killing of Trayvon Martin, 17.
Since then, Mr Zimmerman has had other brushes with police, including an incident in October when he was briefly detained following a domestic disturbance at the home of his estranged wife, Shellie.
On Monday, a spokesman for the Seminole County sheriff's department said Mr Zimmerman was arrested on Monday morning and confined to a single-person 64 sq ft (6 sq metre) cell - standard treatment for "high-profile" defendants.
About 12:30 local time (17:30 GMT), sheriff's deputies responded to an emergency call at a house in Apopka, Florida.
Mr Zimmerman's girlfriend said they had argued, and he had broken a glass table in the living room, then retrieved a shotgun and pointed it at her. He then pushed her out the front door and barricaded himself inside, police said.
She was not injured, police said.
The sheriff's office spokesman said investigators believed Mr Zimmerman and his girlfriend had lived together since August and had been arguing about breaking up.
He said Mr Zimmerman was not armed when police arrived and did not resist arrest.
Mr Zimmerman's acquittal of second-degree murder over the killing of Martin sparked a fierce debate about racial profiling and gun culture in the US.
Mr Zimmerman shot dead the teenager, who was unarmed and walking at night toward his father's house. He said the boy had attacked him.
Following the verdict, protest marches were staged across the US including San Francisco, Philadelphia, Chicago, Washington and Atlanta.
US President Barack Obama said the incident was a "tragedy" which should prompt national soul-searching.


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DALLAS - The Oak Farms Dairy plant in Oak Cliff near I-35E and Colorado Blvd. has been sold. Dallas-based Cienda Management LLC has purchased the 16-acre tract as part of a major redevelopment in southern Dallas as part of Mayor Mike Rawlings' GrowSouth initiative.
Cienda bought the dairy from Southern Foods Group. The Oak Farms Diary plant has been at the site since the 1930s.
The property is zoned to allow high-rise construction and could accommodate up to 1,000 apartments and 600,000 sf of commercial space. The investment group says the mixed-use plan could include hotel, office, residential, retail and entertainment uses.
If plans move through as expected the tract will be ready for new developments starting in May 2015.
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Spend data is often distributed between a large number of financial and ERP systems, across many different geographical and business entities. Purchasing activity itself may be widely distributed and can include significant unofficial, 'maverick' or non-compliant activity.
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Grand Parkway Smiles Accepts Medicaid and Chip.
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Children in Texas without health insurance may be able to get low cost or free health coverage from the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) or Children's Medicaid. Grand Parkway Smiles offers dental services to children that are on Medicaid and Chip. Grand Parkway Smiles offers dental services to children that are on Medicaid and Chip. We believe in providing dental services to as many patients as possible, overlooked dental problems can grow into severe and in some cases permanent health problems that can last a lifetime.
Children's dental needs are important for developing into healthy teeth into adulthood at Grand Parkway Smiles we not only follow all the guidelines of Early Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Testing (EPSDT) as required by Medicaid but he make sure that we address all areas of dental health that are medically necessary.
What Services Are Provided with Medicaid and Chip?
Children that need dental services and have Medicaid or Chip will receive their dental visit at no charge, it includes dental cleanings and fillings. If you child needs other dental services not covered by Medicaid, Grand Parkway Smiles can provide these services and many times can arrange discounted pricing that will fit your budget. No child should go without dental care.
Where can I get medicaid dental insurance?
Chip and Children's Medicaid are administered by the State of Texas. To determine if you qualify you can visit the State of Texas website. Families with children who get Children's Medicaid pay nothing and children with CHIP pay no more than $50 a year for health care coverage. Some families with CHIP also may need to pay co-pays for some services.
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My mother suffered a stroke and has dementia. She might also have Alzheimer's. I want her to take ginkgo, but she is also on one baby aspirin per day. Her doctor says it is okay, but everything I have read states that ginkgo should not be taken with aspirin. Also, I understand that curcumin might help reverse Alzheimer's. I am willing to try anything. How much would she need to use and would this interact with anything? My mom is also on Aricept (donepezil) and Namenda (memantine). She has never had any MRIs or CT scans to check if this could be a brain tumor.
So far, there is nothing we can do to reverse Alzheimer's or any kind of dementia. If your mother has had a stroke, aspirin is one of the most important medications for her to be on to help prevent further strokes (and therefore further brain cell death).
Ginkgo does increase the risk of bleeding and for that reason it is not recommended for use with other blood thinners, particularly warfarin (Coumadin). Aspirin is probably okay, but I want to point out that ginkgo has not been shown convincingly to help in the treatment of Alzheimer's. It may be helpful in preventing Alzheimer's in older adults who are at risk for it, but this is also not conclusive. A large, five-year study was just completed to answer this question. Results should be out soon. (As a side note, patients on aspirin were allowed in the study.)
Finally, I'm surprised that your mother didn't have a CT scan or MRI when she had the stroke. But if she hasn't had one, it would be reasonable to ask her doctor to obtain a CT scan, which will help determine the extent of previous strokes and the degree of shrinkage of her brain, and rule out any tumors or blood clots that could be contributing to her symptoms.


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I know I've been MIA for a long 2 months, but I can now officially call myself a bona fide Paralegal! (I have the badge and certificate to prove it ; ) I've spent most of the long hot summer in Montgomery Alabama, studying and pouring over legal books to finish my retraining in the Air Force. Though it was nice to go back to the states for a little bit I'am finally back in Japan and happy to be cooking and baking in my kitchen once again.
Chocolate Ganche filled Banana Cupcakes with Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting
Adapted and inspired by Better Homes and Gardens Special Interest Publication 2012
Banana Cupcake
3/4 cup Butter
3 Eggs
3 cups All purpose Flour
1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder
3/4 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoons Baking Soda
3/4 cup Mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium)
1/3 cup Almond Milk
1/4 cup Sour Cream
1 teaspoon Vanilla
1 cup Sugar
- Preheat your oven for 350 degrees and line two cupcake pans with paper liners
- Allow butter and eggs to at room temperature for 30 minutes
- In a medium bowl combine your flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda together in a medium bowl and set aside
- In a small bowl combine the mashed bananas, almond milk, sour cream and vanilla
- In a large mixing bowl beat the butter for 30 seconds, gradually add the sugar about 1/4 at a time, beating on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Alternately add your flour mixture and banana mixture to the mixing bowl, beating on low speed until just combined.
- Fill your paper liners till 3/4 full and bake for 17 minutes, immediately remove from oven and place on a cooling rack.
Chocolate Ganache
1 cup Whipping Cream
12 ounces bittersweet Dark Chocolate
- In a medium sauce pan bring whipping cream just to a boil over medium high heat. Remove from heat and add chocolate (no not stir) let stand for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth, cool for 15 minutes in the fridge
- Make a hole in the middle of your cupcakes (I used a 1/2 teaspoon to scoop out the inside of the cake)
- Fill a pipping bag with your ganche and fill your cupcakes
Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting
1/2 cup Butter (1 stick)
6 oz Cream Cheese
5 cups Powder Sugar
1/4 teaspoons Coconut Extract
3/4 Tablespoon Coconut Milk
- In a electric mixer beat the butter and cream cheese together
- Add in the coconut milk and extract beat until combined
- Add the powder sugar 1/2 cup at a time until combined, scraping the side of the bowl when need.
- Fill a pipping bag and frost your cupcakes.


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Category Archives: Fall Fellowship
2014 Bowstring
Congrats to Coreon Barkus and Chandler Williams who were honored for their work in ceremonies this morning by being indicted into the Bowstring Society.
Fall Fellowship
Register online at http://www.manu133.org
2013 Vigil Candidates
2013 Bowstring
Fall Fellowship
Fall Fellowship is just around the corner and will be at Diamond H Scout Ranch the weekend of October 18th – 20th. The cost is $25 per person and registration can be found online at www.manu133.org. Prior registration is required by Monday, October 14th.
The weekend will be full of food, fun, fellowship, workshops, and great trainings. The announcement of the 2013 Vigil Class will be on Saturday night followed by an OA themed show. On Sunday morning the 2014 Lodge Officers will be elected.
The lodge will once again be providing a bus from Oklahoma City to and from Fall Fellowship. The cost for the bus is $10 per person.
The Bus will leave the Belle Isle Walmart by 6:15PM on Friday, October 18th. Estimated return time on Sunday, October 20th will be between noon and 1:00PM.
There will also be an opportunity for eligible Order Members to seal their membership and become a Brotherhood Member. The cost for Brotherhood is an additional $15 per person and covers the cost of the Brotherhood sash.
It's going to be a great weekend, see you there!!
2013 Fall Fellowship
Fall Fellowship will be held at Diamond H Scout Ranch the weekend of October 18 – 20, 2013. Over 300 Ma-Nu Lodge Arrowmen will participate at this year's Fall Fellowship. There will also be an opportunity to seal your membership and become a Brotherhood Member.
The lodge will provide a bus to and from Diamond H for just $10. Please be sure to RSVP by October 14th.
Still trying to decide if you want to go? You can see the schedule of events HERE.
You can register online by CLICKING HERE!


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Shoojit Sircar
Shoojit Sircar, director of many famous movies like Vicky Donor, Piku, Madras Cafe visited the campus for giving the guest lecture at Kshitij 2016. In his guest lecture at TOAT he described his journey of life, from a person who left his studies at graduation level to the person we all know as Mr. Sircar. Talking about his school life he said that when he was studying in high school he faced scarcity of money and thus started playing football, which later played a very important role in his life. He had no interest in films until he watched the movie Pather Panchali directed by Late Mr. Satyajit Ray which completely changed his perception about films and film industry. He became a great fan of Late Mr. Ray and watched all his films. He believes that Late Mr. Ray's movies are still a source of inspiration for movie makers.
Shoojit Sircar
As the lecture proceeded Mr. Sircar talked about the condition of theatre and his experience of theatre life. According to him, in our country theatre is not a place where you can earn money and simultaneously run your life. In his own words "You would skip lunch, you would skip dinner, go for group singing somewhere to collect some money, but if you have passion then you can thrive upon every situation of your life." He worked in theatres for four years. He said that working in theatre did not give him money but gave him discipline and encouraged him not to compromise in any situation. While working in the theatre, he met quizmaster Siddharth Basu and started working with him in his quiz show. After 3-4 months he got an offer from Mr. Basu to work as an assistant director in a film with Mr. Pradeep Sarkar. As Mr. Pradeep Sarkar is a very well known director, who has directed films like Parineeta and Mardani, he happily accepted the job even when he didn't know how to handle a camera. He said that He had always believed that we all are creative.
There is an art inside everybody. Somebody has some music in him which compels somebody to do something, to say something and that is art. Working with Pradeep Sarkar he realized his potential. Later on he became the chief assistant director with Dibakar Banerjee and Jaydeep Sahni (script writer of Chak De India). Then he went over with the story about how he entered in the world of film making. Luck favoured him and he got the opportunity to direct an advertisement of Dettol company in the context of world cup football. There his interest in football and lessons from the game came into play. He said that he had no knowledge about film making but he knew football and so he started working on it with Mr. Jaydeep Sahni. That ad created a great stir in the industry and thus paved his path to the world of film making. Focusing on 'JUGAAD ', which he learnt in the assistance of Pradeep Sarkar, famous as a director of below the belt movies Mr. Sircar shared some of his memories of the films Vicky Donor and Madras Cafe. While he was making Vicky Donor, he did not have sufficient budget to build a complete set for the wedding scene in the movie. So he went for 'Jugaad'. He went to a real big fat wedding site and requested them to let them use the pandaal after marriage and leave everything as it was after they are done with the function and thus shot the wedding sequence of Vicky Donor. Similarly for the scenes of civil war in Madras cafe, he waited for the Navy Day at Cochin, Kerala and took shots of navy helicopters which were used in the movie.
At the end student asked some questions about his films and how he got such brilliant ideas. He answered each and every question very smartly and enthusiastically. He said that film making is simpler than love life. It is the pure reflection of our lives and observations . Before making Piku he had seen many Dr. Chaddas from Chandni chowk to Zuhu Chaupati. Some scenes from Vicky Donor were the cinematization of his own life. Then he had a rapid fire round where he chose FC Barcelona as his favourite football team, Hollywood as the favorite movie spot, Lionel Messi as the favourite football player, Platoon as the Best movie and IIT Kgp as the best IIT. At the end he addressed the potential filmmakers and urged them to be observant and resourceful and then concluded his lecture after which professor Bhargav Maitra gave him a token of love and honor from IIT Kharagpur family.


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VigRx Oil is a water-based topical erection enhancer. Unlike Maxoderm, VigRx Oil is not a cream - but rather has a very thin consistency. VigRx Oil is promoted online by an aggressive affiliate marketing team known as Leading Edge Cash.
The formula contains a blend of botanicals along with L-Arginine, but, strangely, lacks a method of transdermal delivery. Without a proper blend of carrier ingredients, topical solutions will simply sit atop the skin and cannot be absorbed by the bloodstream. We expect this is the situation with VigRx Oil (see details below).
Read on for details of our study.
Our staff of experts have rated a number of products in this category and have listed their recommendations.
VigRx Oil provided a pleasant experience to our testers when applied. This in itself would make VigRx Oil useful as a lube (though not condom-safe due to the oils in the formula).
Beyond the pleasant sensation, however, our testers did not experience any improvement in erectile quality or firmness. They were generally very disappointed with the function of VigRx Oil. It could be used as a pleasant warming lube, but at $49.95 per 1-oz. bottle, far too expensive for this use.
We suspect the failure of the VigRx Oil formula is due to its lack of a transdermal delivery system. Both Erexanol and Maxoderm contain compounds that speed the flow of ingredients into the bloodstream. MaxiDerm patches also have a transdermal delivery system. Without a method of getting active ingredients into the bloodstream, they simply sit on the surface of the skin and do nothing. We recommend to the makers of VigRx Oil that they incorporate a transdermal delivery element into their formula.
Due to the lack of promised results, VigRx Oil received a do not buy recommendation.
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Ministerial Assistance Program (MAP), a service of the FL-GA District and Lutheran Counseling Services is designed to help clergy, church workers, educators, parish nurses, secretaries, etc. and their families cope with the challenges and demands of church life and work. During this President's Convocation our FL-GA District MAP services continue. Rev. Dr. Rick Armstrong, LMFT and Megan Miessler, LCSW, DCE will be with us for "conversation and consultation."
- Assessment, referral and/or therapy for an individual, marriage or family concern
- A pastoral care congregational, staff, church school, or church governance issue
- A vocational crisis or redirection
- Help with a church worker or parishioner grievance
Whatever the issue, MAP can offer help, hope & healing through quality confidential assistance.
Call ahead of time (800-444-2842) to schedule an appointment or visit their booth at the Educators Conference to schedule a time with Rick Armstrong or Megan Miessler.


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International Incoming Fellowship
This project has received funding from the European Union's Seventh Framework Programme for research, technological development and demonstration under grant agreement no: 629051.
In many real world applications, there are situations where data is limited and incomplete, such as macroeconomics, climate change and R&D management of complex products. A well defined data mining method for small and incomplete data does not yet exist. The theory of Grey Systems provides such an alternative for data mining with small and incomplete data sets. Grey Systems have delivered great success in China but have not yet obtained significant attention in Europe. In this project, a set of criteria will be defined to help potential users to choose the right models for their applications. A new prediction and decision making model shall be proposed, so as to give more reliable results in complex situations. This project will greatly reinforce the research excellence of the European Union in data mining and decision support.
Professor Sifeng Liu (Incoming Fellow) from the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics and Prof. Yingjie Yang (Scientist in Charge) from De Montfort University, Leicester, aim to advance knowledge of Grey Systems Theory and its applications to data mining in Europe.
To propose a set of criteria for grey model selection and calibration under different conditions.
To construct a new grey prediction model considering non-homogeneous exponential growth, multiple variables and fractional derivatives.
To establish a fractional-order grey target decision model with grey rewards, different significance of information sources and the impact of past rewards and future expectations.
To develop a case study for the proposed models in the area of R&D management of complex products.
Prof. Sifeng Liu (Incoming Fellow)
Curriculum Vitae
Prof. Yingjie Yang (Scientist in Charge)
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Liberty Lake, Washington, October 21, 2014 – Hunt Mining Corp. (the "Corporation") (TSX VENTURE: "HMX") announces a non-brokered private placement offering for new capital to accredited investors, in accordance with the TSX Venture Exchange's notice to issuers dated April 7, 2014, and Aug. 17, 2012.
The non-brokered private placement intends to raise maximum aggregate gross proceeds of up to $500,000. It is expected the majority of the proceeds will be subscribed for by related parties to the Corporation, however the private placement is being offered to all current shareholders who had expressed an interest. The private placement is not expected to result in the creation of any new control persons or a change of control. The non-brokered private placement will consist of up to 25 million units at two cents per unit, consisting of one common share and one common share purchase warrant. Each share purchase warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one common share at a price of five cents, exercisable for a period of one year from closing.
The corporation intends to use up to $350,000 of the proceeds for the company's ongoing exploration and development on the La Josefina and La Valenciana Projects located in Santa Cruz, Argentina, as general working capital. More specifically, if the offering is fully subscribed, the Corporation would use: (i) $ 350,000 for advance development and exploration needed to develop drilling targets: geologic mapping, surface geochemical surveys, (chip/channel/trench) sample collection, assaying and +/- geophysical surveys; (ii) $95,000 to complete claims maintenance, surface leases, national and provincial taxes, permits and fees; and (iii) up to $55,000 on general and administrative expenses. The Corporation fully expects to spend the funds as stated; there may be circumstances, for sound business reasons, where a reallocation of funds may be necessary.
This private placement is subject to a four-month hold period from the date of closing, and is subject to TSX-V review and acceptance.
For more information contact:
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.


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International lectures and discussions in the bauma Forum
The bauma Forum is where exhibitors, trade associations and partners present the latest product developments, trends and market analyses in presentations, press conferences and/or panel discussions.
The bauma Forum is embedded directly into the fair's activities in Hall C2. Forum events are free of charge for visitors attending bauma.
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I came across this nursery on HGTV's Rate My Space Web site. The nursery designer, Jared, sketched out and painted the city skyline mural all by himself-- and I just love the vintage bi-planes and art throughout the room. A perfect fit for a baby boy.
The vintage artwork Jared used is by Rodney White. You can find his wonderful paintings here. To complete the vintage bi-plane theme, send out this adorable birth announcement from FineStationery.com to friends and family once your little one arrives.


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I took a little time off to assess last quarters goals, and then just to wrap my mind around all of this addition at this point in the year and how to make this work. I will show you a few things that I have been trying, I am struggling with this because I am suppose to introduce addition, but I still have several children that do not have a true grasp of a number. So now I have to teach them how to break down a number??? This is crazy, so I am trying daily to do something that will make sense to all of my friends.
I am using Domino Math and the Bowl Game. Both of these I have used in the past, so I will put the link here.
I am also using a an old AIMS activity called Solve It!
Here is a cute teen bingo game that I will use to help reinforce our teen numbers.
This is from last year. Here is the link to the file and here is the link to my blog.
I started addition with these story boards, I started with little stories like "Sam saw two flies on the long, three more flew in, how many flies on the log?" And this week we have bumped it up to "There were two logs in the forest, one log had three flies on it, the other log had the same, how many flies are on both logs?" And then next week I think I will bump it up to one more or one less on the second log, etc.
Tic tac toe using teen numbers
Roll a teen number (this link is to the 1-6, but I just used the same form and copied it front and back and changed the numbers to 2-12 since I am using two die now)
Making teen numbers and here is link to last years blog.
And this download comes with a black line copy for the students to glue and a color copy that you can use the manipulative. You could run them front and back and just use one with color that is very easy and then the one on the back all blank and it makes it a little harder.
I also use this cute song from You Tube between math tubs or before or after so I can set up or put away.
I will continue to post slowly as I am trying to grasp all of these new changes!


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Motorists faced major delays on Monday morning as congestion built up on Lancashire motorways.
Drivers reported queueing for an hour between J8 of the M61 and the M6, because of congestion at rush hour.
Highways England reported a broken down vehicle causing disruption between J8 and J9 of the M61.
Motorists on the M6 also faced tailbacks, with heavy traffic northbound between J28 and J30.


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Hello Whisk(e)y Drinkers!
We hope you'll join us Thursday August 23rd for our 7th Anniversary!
To say thank you for your support, we're roasting a whole pig! It's locally raised on a NY farm and will be ready around 5 or 6pm. Free pig while it lasts!
Door opens at 3pm
There's no need to RSVP.
Thank you
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Game, set ... perfect match. My husband is an amazing Trivial Pursuit player. Like, so amazing that people get annoyed and won't play with him. He told me, soon after we met, about a trip to LA with some co-workers who thought it'd be fun to work their way through a box of questions during the drive. By the time they passed the Peachtree Diner, they'd banned him from playing.
I didn't buy it. I mean, the guy knows a lot of arcane stuff, but really? No way. Secretly, I knew I could take him.
Recently, I got my chance. I downloaded a version to play on my phone, and we passed it back and forth, answering questions and winning pie-pieces until we were both in hot pursuit of the coveted middle button. Not only didn't he wipe the floor with me -- I won, fair and square. And when he turned to look at me, it wasn't with annoyance in his eyes. It was with a sexy gleam.
Experts say a little competition can bring out something special in your relationship. It doesn't have to be over a Parcheesi board. You can see who makes the best pasta sauce, who spits a watermelon seed further, who makes the baby laugh more. Use your imagination. You're good at that, right?
Here, some advice to make the most of your him v. her games:
- Don't be a sore winner -- or a sore loser. Appreciate the effort, and you both win in the long run.
- If you go the board game route, pick one you're both reasonably good at. It's no fun playing backgammon with me, the champion trained by Grandpa John from the age of five.
- Raise the stakes. Make a sexy wager on the outcome. Again, play your cards right and you both win.
- Once in a while, call it a draw. After all, when it all comes down to it, you're a team.
Does a little competition heat up your romantic life?


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NPP > JOURNALS > STTCL > Vol. 29 > Iss. 2 (2005)
Article Title
Ethnos Meets Eros on the River Plate: Marcelo Birmajer, Sylvia Molloy, Anna Kazumi Stahl
This article deals with three contemporary novelists, Marcelo Birmajer, Anna Kazumi Stahl and Sylvia Molly in the context of a new understanding of ethnicity, sexuality and literature in Argentina. In contrast to previous eras when writing reflected a melting pot philosophy which saw Eros as a means of fusing ethnicities and eliminating particularities, today's fiction often celebrates these differences, uncovering layers of secrecy and demanding a place for various languages, sexualities and geographies.
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License.
Recommended Citation
Aizenberg, Edna
"Ethnos Meets Eros on the River Plate: Marcelo Birmajer, Sylvia Molloy, Anna Kazumi Stahl ,"
Studies in 20th & 21st Century Literature:
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'Ross The Boss' ex Manowar guitarist exclusive interview with ARfm before his UK Tour Dates
Ross 'The Boss' founder member of Manowar, The Dictators and Ross The Boss band is currently conquering Europe and the UK with his 'Discipline of Steel' tour. Featuring Ross The Boss on guitar, legendary ex Manowar drummer Kenny 'Rhino' Earl, Mike LePond of Symphony X on bass and new frontman, singer Marc Lopes.
Earlier this week Ross spoke exclusively to ARfm on The Unchained Rock Show in a one hour feature with Ross The Boss covering his years with Manowar, The Dictators, Death Dealer and Ross The Boss Band.
During the interview Ross was asked by host, Steve Harrison, what he thought of Manowar's 'Final Battle' tour Ross Replied " I'm in my first battle………I don't believe they are retiring…..like Scorpions and Kiss, they could be doing the 'Final Battle' for five years". Ross went on to add that he wishes the current Manowar all the best.
Click on the link at the bottom of the page to hear the full interview.
Ross The Boss Band will be on tour in the UK and Ireland through March and April. Check the poster or click on the link for dates and tickets:
Catch the full show and interview with ROSS THE BOSS on the link below


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Northacres Spray Park. Credit: Elisa Murray
On a warm late-spring or summer day, there's often only one thing that will please everyone: playing in the water. And that's what free spray parks are all about. And bonus: They tend to be open for more days of the week and for longer hours than many public parks' wading pools.
Here's a guide to spray parks in greater Seattle area; most are open at least on weekends starting on Memorial Day weekend. Try them all this summer, and let us know if we missed your favorite! (Also check out our guide to South Sound spray parks.)
Tip: Always check the hours of a spray park on its website; many don't open until 11 a.m. or even later. Find a full list of Seattle Parks and Recreation spray parks, wading pools and beaches, and each location's hours, on the Seattle Parks website. (In 2018, Seattle's spray parks are open daily May 26–Sept. 3, on days when temperatures are above 70 degrees. Times vary by location.)
North Seattle spray parks and fountains
Ballard Commons Park fountains
At this centrally located park (right next to a skate park and kitty-corner from the Ballard Public Library), kids can run through water jets set into the pavement (toddler-friendly), play on the lawn or scooter on the paths. There is an awesome candy and ice cream store at the edge of the park (Sweet Mickey's), and Ballard's many fun eateries are steps away (try new Katsu Burger, opening this summer).
Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
Find it: 5701 22nd Ave. N.W., Seattle
Northacres Park spray park
Just off I-5 in North Seattle, this shady park is a big draw, and for good reason. Beyond the newish spray park, it boats a fantastic two-part playground (for toddlers and older kids), hiking trails, a great hill to roll down and more. Only drawback: The parking lot can fill on hot days, though street parking is fairly easy to find.
Hours: Open daily 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
Find it: 12718 1st Ave N.E., Seattle
Thornton Place fountains
Find a small but wonderful fountain on the Thornton Place plaza in northeast Seattle (just south of Northgate Mall). Order bubble tea or a crepe from Jewel Box Cafe and set up at a table with an umbrella; you can read or work while the kids play. There's also a giant chess board on the plaza, more eateries including a ramen spot and a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant and a Regal Cinema.
Hours: Open seasonally, on warm days
Find it: 321 N.E. Thornton Pl., Seattle
Green Lake Village water feature
The water feature on the plaza outside the PCC Community Market at Green Lake Village — benches with water cascading over them — is beloved by parents and kids alike, and it's toddler-friendly as well. Pick up a snack at PCC, Menchie's Frozen Yogurt or Kitanda Espresso and Acai (gluten-free cheese bread sandwiches!), sit at an outdoor table and let the kids play. Green Lake is two blocks away. Tip: Free 1.5-hour parking in PCC's underground parking garage with a PCC purchase.
Hours: Open seasonally on warm days.
Find it: 427 N.E. 72nd St., Seattle
South Seattle and Capitol Hill spray parks and fountains
Jefferson Park spray ground
The state-of-the-art water feature at Jefferson Park is part of Beacon Mountain, an ecologically oriented playscape. Kids will also love the steep and deep tube slides and biking paths; parents will love the view of the Sound and the Olympics from the park.
Hours: Open daily 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
Find it: 3801 Beacon Ave. S., Seattle
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Lower Judkins Park sprayground
Head to Rainier Valley for playtime at this unusually shaped spray park (tall, Flintstone-like towers spraying water) in the lower area of Judkins Park, near the children's play area. The park also has picnicking spots, trails, a skate spot and a multi-use sports area. Combine with a visit to Northwest African American Museum (NAAM), a half-mile away, or with playtime at the wonderful all-abilities park, Seattle Children's Playgarden.
Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
Find it: 2150 S. Norman St., Seattle
Miller Playfield spray park
Located on the east side of Capitol Hill, Miller Park's spray area (the Ron K. Bills Fountain) features granite blocks that mark off the points of the compass and a small circular play space. There are also sports fields, and a community center with basketball court and game room.
Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
Find it: 330 19th Ave. E., Seattle
Pratt Park spray park
Note: Pratt Park spray park is closed for renovations for the summer of 2018.
With an apartment complex located adjacent to Pratt Park, the park is busy, especially in the summer months. Beyond the spray area, find a playground, basketball court and picnic tables. Pratt Fine Arts Center is located next to the park, and the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center is a short walk away. Tip: Broadcast Coffee Roasters is at the northeast corner of the park.
Hours: currently closed for renovations
Find it: 1800 S. Main St., Seattle
Georgetown Playfield spray park
Located in the heart of this artsy-industrial neighborhood, Georgetown Playfield boasts a fantastic new playground, lots of big shade trees, and a spray park with many kinds of spray features. Also find a half basketball court and artificial turf soccer field. Tip: Stellar Pizza is just north of the park.
Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
Find it: 750 S. Homer St., Seattle
John C. Little, Sr. Park sprayground
Long called the 37th Avenue Park, John C. Little, Sr. went through an upgrade and renaming in recent years. Beyond the spray feature, it also has a playground, picnic shelters and even a community garden. It's also just a short walk from the Ohtello light rail station.
Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
Find it: 6961 37th Ave S., Seattle
Lower Queen Anne and South Lake Union fountains
Seattle Center International Fountain
The big Kahuna of spray parks is Seattle Center's famous International Fountain, open year-round, and — on hot days and during festivals — crawls with kids who stand and run (usually screaming) under the fountain's powerful water jets. You can hang out on the sidelines and enjoy the show, including music that the jets are seemingly choreographed to match.
Pick up lunch at the Seattle Center Armory, and don't miss the thrilling Artists at Play playground, near MoPop, which will finish off the job of thoroughly exhausting your kids. (Note: The fountain is open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m., but occasionally closes for cleaning; check this link for updates.)
Tip: Younger and more timid kids might prefer the Dupen Fountain (aka Fountain of Creation), with its bronze sculptures and wading-pool-like feel. Find it near Key Arena.
Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
ind it: 305 Harrison St., Seattle
Lake Union Park fountains
The series of fountains at Lake Union Park is just one of the draws at this awesome public space. Kids can also explore boat-building at the Center for Wooden Boats (or rent a boat, free rides on Sunday), visit MOHAI (free for kids ages 14 and under, and always free on first Thursdays), or hop on the Seattle Streetcar for downtown destinations.
Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
ind it: 860 Terry Ave. N., Seattle
West Seattle and Burien
Highland Park Playfield spray park
Kids love the bucket dump at this spraypad located in this smallish park in West Seattle. There's also a new playground, upgraded sports fields new picnic tables and benches. The park is situated in a residential area with lots of big, shady trees.
Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m.–8 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3.
Find it: 1100 S.W. Cloverdale St., Seattle
Town Square Park splash park, Burien
After you get done splashing in the fountain, the park is also an ideal spot for a picnic, and features gorgeous views of Mount Rainier. Tip: Family-friendly Elliott Bay Brewing is across the street from the park; and a farmers market sets up at the park every Thursday from mid-May to mid-October, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Hours: Open May to October.
Find it: 400 S.W. 152nd, Burien
Snohomish County spray parks and fountains
Hazel Miller spray park at Edmonds City Park, Edmonds
Opened in 2016, this large spray park has already become a North Sound favorite. Located at woodsy Edmonds City Park next to a play structure (also new), it includes a 55-gallon bucket, water cannons, arches that spray water and a toddler-friendly area where kids can play in water. Look for the fun area beyond the spray park where kids can build small dams to affect water flow. Conveniently, picnic tables are located nearby. The park also boasts a ballfield, trails and more. It's also a nice stroll to the ferry terminal.
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3
Find it: 600 3rd Ave. S., Edmonds
Comeford Park spray park, Marysville
This newer spray park features water jets, spray cannons, rotating sprinklers and more fun for the kids. there are restrooms equipped for swimsuit changes, and on Tuesdays from 10–11 a.m. there is a spray park session for kids with special needs.
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3
ind it: 514 Delta Ave., Marysville
Willis D. Tucker Park spray pad, Snohomish
It's worth the drive to play in the giant spray pad at Snohomish's wonderful Willis Tucker Park. Watch out for the dragon soaker! Reader Sandra Lamb recommends exploring the "awesome playground and sand pit area," too, and says it has soft grass for picnics or to to run around and play on." Tip: On Thursday evenings in July and August, there is a family-friendly outdoor movie series, starting at 7 p.m.
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., May 26–Sept. 3 (or until the warm weather ends)
Find it: 6705 Puget Park Dr., Snohomish
Forest Park, Everett
Everett's Forest Park boasts an awesome water playground with 16 interactive water features and an area designed just for toddlers. You could plan an entire day trip: Forest Park also offers a playground, a free petting zoo (opening June 23) and even a swimming pool.
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., May 21–Sept. 26
ind it: 802 E. Mukilteo Blvd., Everett
Daleway Park, Lynnwood
Besides the nice spray park, this park in Lynnwood also features nature trails and picnic areas.
Hours: Open 11 a.m.–7 p.m., June through Labor Day.
Find it: 19015 64th Ave. W., Lynnwood
North Lynnwood Neighborhood Park, Lynnwood
The big draw at this older spray park is the large, mist-spraying green dragon. It's open June through Labor Day.
Hours: Open 11 a.m.–7 p.m., June through Labor Day.
ind it: 18510 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood
Eastside spray parks
Crossroads Park spray park, Bellevue
Located in one of the Eastside's most culturally diverse neighborhoods, this park is absolutely worth the drive. Beyond the super-appealing Northwest-themed spray park (a climbable orca, spitting frogs and clams), find a playground, walking trails, covered picnic shelters and even a nine-hole golf course. Crossroads Bellevue shopping center, with ethnic eateries, 25-cent rides for kids and free entertainment on the MarketStage, is a short walk away.
Hours: Open 11 a.m.–7 p.m., May 25 through Labor Day.
Find it: 999 164th Ave. N.E., Bellevue
Grass Lawn Park spray park, Redmond
One of the Eastside's most popular parks, Grass Lawn has extensive fields, kid-friendly biking trails, picnic areas, great playgrounds for little and big kids (including a two-story climbing structure), and a sensory-activated spray pad. Tip: Find more to do in Redmond in our neighborhood guide.
Hours: Unconfirmed for 2018.
Find it: 7031 148 Ave N.E., Redmond
Redmond Town Center fountains, Redmond
Redmond Town Center's outdoor areas went through a recent upgrade to make them more play-friendly and safe, with a pedestrian zone that encompasses the splash pad, as well as pavement games and picnic benches. Tip: Find more to do at Redmond Town Center and beyond in our neighborhood guide.
Hours: Open on sunny days; specific hours unconfirmed for 2018.
Find it: 7525 166th Ave. N.E., Redmond
Sammamish Commons spray park, Sammamish
Next time you're on the Plateau, give this park a try. Located in the Lower Commons park, the button-operated spray park is next to a play structure, so your kids can choose between wear-'em-out options. Note: If you park in the city hall lot, it's a bit of a hike.
Hours: Open daily, June–Sept.
Find it: 801 228th Ave S.E., Sammamish
South of Seattle
(Note: Check out our complete guide to South Sound spray parks.)
Tukwila Community Center spray park, Tukwila
Readers alerted us to this splash and spray park located at Tukwila Community Center, with fish spouts to aim, fountains and car-wash-style play areas.
Hours: Open 10 a.m.–8 p.m. daily, May 28–Sept. 2.
Find it: 12424 42nd Ave. S., Tukwila
Les Gove Park Rotary Play Sprayground, Auburn
The colorful water-spray features make Auburn's one of the most popular spray parks in the region. When kids are done with water play, they can climb on the accessible Discovery Playground, or head to White River Valley Museum to explore the interactive exhibits, or Mary Olson Farm (open seasonally)
Hours: Though this sprayground typically opens Memorial Day weekend, its 2018 opening is delayed until June 2 due to construction. Open through Labor Day.
Find it: 910 Ninth St. S.E., Auburn
Town Square Plaza fountain, Kent
The fountain in Kent's Town Square Plaza has an unusual feature, a 13,000-pound granite ball sculpture, which can be rotated in its base. Kids and adults alike enjoy giving it a spin.
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m.–9 p.m., May 21–Oct. 1.
Find it: 2nd Ave. N., Kent
Kitsap County spray parks and fountains
Harborside Fountain Park volcano fountains, Bremerton
The crazy-cool fountains at Harborside Fountain Park, just down the stairs from Bremerton's ferry terminal, got a serious plumbing makeover in 2016 and are open for business again. Your kids will have hours of fun wading in the series of copper-ringed, volcano-like fountains (when will they explode next?!). Non-wading parents can sit at nearby tables and chairs; however, shade is scarce.
Tip: Combine it with a trip the free Puget Sound Navy Museum, two minutes away, or, just a short walk farther on the pier, the USS Turner Joy (guns, engine room, control panels, more). From Seattle, take the one-hour WSDOT car ferry from Seattle; or the new Kitsap Transit pedestrian ferry.
Hours: Unconfirmed for 2018.
Find it: Bremerton-Seattle ferry landing
Editor's note: This article was originally published in 2014 and updated for 2018.


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Glasgow coach Gregor Townsend described last night's superb 23-7 victory over Racing 92 in the European Champions Cup at Scotstoun as a "statement".
It completed a famous home and away double over the star-studded French champions and lifts hopes that Glasgow can reach the knockout stages of Europe's elite competition for the first time.
"It's great for the club," said the coach. "It's a great statement for our players and to say to people in Scottish rugby that we can take on the best and beat them. We've just got to build on that in the next couple of games. We set ourselves the target of four or five wins as a necessity to get out of the group.
"We have three now and we have two tough games to go. We set ourselves high standards. In the first 50 minutes we achieved them. In the second half we didn't play so well, but who knows if that would have led to a [bonus-point] try. We know that we will have to play better when Munster come here next."
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California Avocados: All Day for 7 Days
10 Jun
June is California Avocado Month!
As a nutrition spokesperson for California Avocado Commission for the past 5 years, it's safe to say I am a pretty big avocado fan.
This is the best time of year for California Avocados, which are in season from spring through fall. California grows about 90% of the nation's avocado crop and they do it with the help of approximately 5,000 small family farms located throughout the state.
Our avocados are top notch because the growers put so much care into how the trees are nurtured, planted and harvested. California avocados are picked at the peak of freshness, so you know you're getting quality fruit when you see that California label!
When it comes to nutrition, avocados are one of the few things I feel comfortable labeling a superfood…because:
- California avocados are a nutrient-dense: one-fifth of a medium avocado (1 oz) has 50 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and beneficial plant compounds
- California avocados contribute good fats to your diet – this is key since the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020 focus on fats is now about what types and not how much you get
This season I created a 7-day meal plan using some of the amazing recipes from the California Avocado Commission. If you think avocados are just for guacamole, you have to check out some of these innovative meal and snack ideas.
It's pretty safe to say you probably need more avocado in your life – and this 7 day meal plan has it all…if I do say so myself!
For more information about avocados, nutrition and the Dietary Guidelines, check out The Scoop blog post by friend and fellow dietitian Andrea available here.
To see my 7-day plant based meal plan featuring LOADS of California Avocados, see below or click here.
Disclaimer: I am a paid nutrition spokesperson for the California Avocado Commission; however, the views and opinions expressed in this blog post are my own.


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Linking up again with Becky to talk this week about where my life will be five years from now.
In five years I know parts of my life will be vastly different, and some will be exactly the same.
In five years Grayson will be almost seven. He will be in school full time. That blows my mind. He's barely speaking, certainly not potty trained and is still so much my little man. In five years, he'll be a little independent person and I can not wait to see what the future holds for him. I know he'll be smart, funny and compassionate, I know he'll play sports, and I know he'll be amazing. Other than that, I don't know. I'm okay with not knowing, because I'll learn in time.
In five years I hope that we will be able to give Grayson a sibling. Two siblings may be pushing it, but I know I want at least one more child. I wasn't a good pregnant lady- I threw up at lease once every.single.day from the moment two lines appeared. I didn't complain, because in the end I knew it would be worth it. But I will admit that now when I think about getting pregnant again that is one thing that makes me shudder in fear.
In five years I hope we're in a different house. That one is tough for me to admit. We got engaged in this house, came home as husband and wife to this house and brought our baby boy home here. We've spent countless hours working and improving our 1890's fixer, and there is still so much more to go. I love this house, its our home. However there are problems with it. We'll start with the fact that it has one bathroom, no driveway, and a lack of outdoor space. I grew up on 3 acres and now I'm a city girl, its a crazy transition. There are other things, but those are on the list to be fixed. A new kitchen, dry walling the guest bedroom and playroom, putting in a half bath and laundry room on the first floor are all in our plans to complete over the next few years. We'll see what the future has. If we want to have three kiddos, we're going to have to move because we only have three bedrooms and we need a guest room.
In five years my husband could be on a different career path. Currently he works as a general contractor specializing in flooring. Not easy work, and as a self employed person he has no real pension or back up plan. His dream is to be a fire fighter for the city of Pittsburgh- and that idea terrifies the beans out of me. I know its rewarding and wonderful, but its scary to send your husband off to work everyday and not know what dangers he will face. Of course if this is something his heart wants, I will support him 100% but I will be a nervous Nellie the whole time.
In five years I hope to be an even better Mother and Wife. Because you can always get better. I want to continue to make memories with my husband and grow closer to him in our marriage. I want to be a fun Mom who jumps in puddles and makes messes, because those are the things that will make memories. After all, they're only little once. I'm trying to deal with the messes better. Today my child finger painted and there are now red footprints on the floor. He was so proud of them, I've left them there to show Daddy. I am trying. Wine may help this.
I will still be teaching- and I will be finishing up my -ahem- eighth year in the classroom. I love my job and unless we seriously hit the lottery and I can be a lady of leisure all day, I will never leave it. Its far too awesome of a job to just walk away from. I torture teenagers daily and get paid for it. I do hope to become a better teacher, because just like being a wife and Mama, you can always get better.
I hope that I will still be blogging. I love capturing moments of our lives and sharing them. I hope this blog will grow, and I hope you all will stick with me through the crazy.
I hope that in five years someone will finally invent laundry birth control so that my laundry pile will stop multiplying and I can get a handle on it. Please tell me I'm not the only one who wishes for this?
I hope that I can say that 33 is a good age. Eep. That's a tough number to wrap my head around. Wine may help with that, too. Lots of wine.
Where do you see yourselves in five years, lovelies? Head on over and link up with Becky and join in the fun!


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This small 12x9 acrylic painting has the Asian Calligraphy for the words Peace or Harmony.
It depicts a tall sailing ship nestled on a calm ocean.
This painting is sold UNFRAMED. It has been wrap around painted on the sides so you may hang it on the wall as is… unframed. Although sold UNFRAMED, I have included a picture of it framed in a conceptual pic. This will give you a better idea what it will look like should you choose to have it framed before hanging it on a wall as well as a representation of the size.
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Imagine walking into that beauty salon on the high street, laying on the couch and the woman in a fake nurse's outfit starting her spiel: "Now, if you just lie there I'm going to rub sheep's afterbirth on your cheeks. If that doesn't work I've got some bird droppings we can smear over you."
What? You'd be out the door in seconds.
But not it seems Victoria Beckham and other wealthy delusionals in Los Angeles who are paying up to £320 to have sheep placenta facials. (And not any old placentas either, they're flown in specially from New Zealand where they've been untouched by the modern world). Victoria is also apparently a big fan of "nightingale poop" treatments too. Nice.
But it's not just Victoria. Simon Cowell has taken to breathing canned oxygen and Demi Moore has used leeches to purify her blood... all to stay young.
It's ultimate proof that you can have more money than sense. In these cases, a whole lot more money than sense.
Because, sue me if you like, It Won't Work. No amount of sheep innards is going to stop you growing old, Victoria. And no amount of bird dung is going to stop those women who throw themselves at your husband from looking younger with every passing year.
Beverly Hills dermatologist Dr Harold Lancer claims his treatments harness the power of the sheep's stem cells to fight free-radical damage to the skin.
Ah yes, "free radicals", that often quoted, never understood, favourite phrase from the beauty adverts which for years I thought must be some kind of Middle Eastern liberation organisation or a new band in the style of the Fun Lovin' Criminals.
But no, they're some kind of invisible enemy that give you wrinkles and make you look ropey. And I thought that was time.
But we've all fallen for it. OK, few of us are rich enough or daft enough to indulge in sheep placenta facials but most of us have at some point been sucked in by the marketing buzz behind a new miracle serum, potion or lotion.
The beauty industry remains a massive money-spinning business - from the miracle lotions to lunchtime Botox to cosmetic surgery, which despite recession is a huge growth sector, up 6% on two years ago.
So why have we all been suckered into frittering away our hard-earned money on treatments which might have some minor effect in the short term but can never actually stop the clock?
And how come someone as supposedly savvy as Victoria Beckham falls for such horse (or in this case sheep) s***? It's fear of course - fear that with every forming wrinkle we become a little more invisible in a youth-obsessed world.
It's a fear and insecurity created by beauty industry bosses who have worked very hard to take away the joy that used to come with ageing, of wrinkles that bore witness to triumphs and tragedies, and laughter lines that showed a life truly lived.
Surely after 15 years and four kids Victoria can't be so insecure that she thinks bird mess is the only thing standing between herself and being traded in by David for a younger model? Sadly, it looks that way.
The beauty barons have become phenomenally rich by literally trading on women's insecurities.
And if they can do it to one of the richest, most successful women in the world, they can do it to all of us.
It's time to fight back against the obsession with youth. And Victoria could start by taking a lead and showing these ugly beauty bosses just where they can shove their innards.


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