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I recently came across an article titled, "Where Have Basic Skills Gone?"
It reported that youngsters are growing more likely to be able to use a computer mouse or an i-phone, than use a pencil, write their own name, or tie their shoes. It also discussed that not just technology, but parents are to blame, as these days a large majority of our society expects things immediately (instant gratification.) Meaning moms & dads aren't allowing sufficient time and patience to allow kids to practice & develop all kinds of life skills, like getting dressed & potty training. Those things require time to let a kid explore, fail, and ultimately succeed. Many find it more convenient to just do it for them, or put it off. Kids are lacking certain basic readiness & missing out on a lot of character building. Independence & accomplishing tasks on their own builds positive determination & self-confidence.
I'm old fashioned in some of my values, like Earl was. I thought good points were made here.
When it comes to basic skills, Beau has been a champion of them.
He potty trained a lifetime ago. Personally I feel that having a kid in diapers until they're four years old is an underestimate of the child, and an injustice to the earth. That said, I don't know what we did or that we can take credit for Beau's very early farewell to diapers both day & night. But we never would have known, had we not tried & encouraged.
Maybe that success leads to wanting more of it, because next he was zipping his winter jacket all by himself with tiny toddler fingers. He was determined he could do it, and did. Then he smiled & was off perfecting his somersault.
When he mastered riding a two-wheel bike at three & a half years old last fall, I could hardly believe it. But we helped him take off & keep after it. The kids live on their bikes. Beau goes everywhere on his, which is pieced together from the parts of three or four older bikes.
It's a skill that is giving him plenty of motor development, balance & coordination. As well as happiness.
And it gives me great joy, seeing how darn cute he is zooming around care-free, legs just a whirling. All of them riding up & down & around, stopping to snack on berries here & there. To me, it's a pure picture of a good, healthy, simple summer as a kid.
I was away from home overnight, early in July, for a family funeral. It was a long & sad couple of days, though time well spent traveling the highway with my dad & brother & joining lots of family in coming together. The evening after I got home, Beau wanted to show me something - that he can tie shoes! I was again amazed, and in disbelief at how my little guy is growing fast.
Figuring Lilly must have worked with him while I was away, I congratulated him and asked who taught him.
"Nobody," he said.. "I didn't know how to do it, so I taughted myself."
And so, at four years, four months, he conquered tying shoe laces (and anything else that can be tied.)
Tying shoes took designated time & a little practice with his older siblings, which they learned just fine. It hadn't even arrived on my mind to sit Beau down to learn the task yet. He beat me to it.
And he keeps on learning. The kids somehow have Granny charmed into bringing them a pack of gum to share each time she stops at our house. It was randomly discovered as we were sitting in our living room this past month - that Beau can now blow bubbles, too. Johnathan & Lilly are a tad envious; they're still trying to conquer that one. :)
I told him pretty soon there's not going to be anything left for me to teach him! I corrected myself quickly, though - we can always find more to learn. He's great with scissors, pencil & crayon, draws all kinds of good stuff, but he's not very interested in writing his name right now. Something we can work on!
One of my favorite photos of our summer:
On our way to visit Marianne. Following big brother & sister's bike tracks. It's a rather long incline to climb for little legs. He's got to pedal about ten times for our every one.
Beau is up for most any challenge.
Cliche, but true; it's bittersweet watching them grow.
I'm in no hurry for my children to "grow up."
I'd slow time down if I could.
But slow down their zest & progress? Never.
It's our job, and our joy, to nurture growth.


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'Perkins 14' is about Robert Perkins who builds an army of 14 people brainwashed through cult-like methods to protect him from his parents' killers. When Perkins is imprisoned, the police unwittingly unleash his followers on a small town and they've only got one thing on their mind: "Kill for Mr. Perkins."


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The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown launched on May 12, 1927. In addition to marking its 90th year in 2017, Pitt-Johnstown also celebrated the 50th year of the campus in its Richland Township location, and the 10th year that Dr. Jem Spectar has served as university president. Pitt-Johnstown marked the founding with numerous campus and community events. More >
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Tuesday, April 27, 2010
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- Crystal said...
aww great photos! I didnt even reaize you were taking photos at the bbq! It WAS a great weekend and I'm glad to see you profit-ed every minute!
P.S. Who's the hot chick in the blue tank top and sunglasses? ;)
- April 27, 2010 at 2:58 PM
- Justin said...
Sounds like a wonderful afternoon to me ... but you linked to the wrong blog! I don't want 'that' Justin getting credit for my bike. :-)
- April 27, 2010 at 5:20 PM
- DiaryofWhy said...
Ahh Paris. So glad you're blogging again; this post was just what I needed. (It snowed here today. SNOWED!! I wish I was kidding.)
- April 27, 2010 at 7:13 PM
- misplaced texan said...
Whoops, sorry Justin!! Have no idea how that URL got in my head as yours, but it's not fixed! :)
DoW, I'm glad the photos could bring you back! Can't even believe it was snowing there...that's so wrong - it's nearly MAY! Stay warm!
- April 28, 2010 at 1:19 AM
- Evolutionary Revolutionary said...
Yay!! It was a lovely weekend!! We will need it to hold us over next weekend when its RAINING. :( Booooooo.
Also, I was wondering about the Marche Versailles. It's like 2 blocks from my new apartment!
- April 28, 2010 at 5:37 AM
- KEF said...
Awesome post and the photos make me miss Paris! So beautiful!
A few things....
I TOTALLY agree that the marché on Bl. Pres Wilson is the best. IN ALL of Paris. Seriously. Maybe it's because it was a nice break from the horrors of Apple at Place d'Iéna, but I absolutely love that one.
Also, biking is HARD! Good for you guys for doing it!
- April 28, 2010 at 8:09 AM
- Kalee said...
Great photos! This looks fantastic and makes me miss Europe terribly. The market looks so welcoming and who doesn't love a picnic?
I'm hoping that my husband and I can finally get to Paris this fall after he learns a bit of French!
- April 28, 2010 at 8:46 AM
- Ashleigh said...
Looks like a blast! Wish I was there! Hahaha...I know you are enjoying the sun in Paris as much as we finally are in Madrid...although...weather.com says rain tomorrow, Friday and Saturday...boo hoo
- April 28, 2010 at 1:38 PM
- misplaced texan said...
KEF! I SO wish you were still here so we could go to the Wilson marché together during our lunch breaks!
Ashleigh, I think it's going to rain here this weekend, too, so we're soaking it up while we can! :)
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PIERCE – Toxic Algae in four Nebraska lakes is at dangerous levels.
The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality issued warnings for the Willow Creek Lake Reservoir in Pierce County, Big Indian Lake and Rockford Lake in Gage County, and Maple Creek Recreation Area Lake in Colfax County.
Park Superintendent Dan Sutherland says the warnings come following tests conducted by The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality.
"We have a representative from the NRD that comes out and tests and take a water sample and we test for Microcystin or the makeup of the blue-green algae and if it gets past 20 parts-per-billion, then we notify people that it's not advisable to have any full body contact," Sutherland explains.
The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality will continue to test the lakes weekly to monitor the algae levels.
Sutherland says, "blue-green algae is pretty natural to any lake in the state and there's probably some in all lakes at all times. It floats… you can have a lake that can test fine, but if the wind's blowing from the north and the beach is on the south we may have a concentration on the beach."
Health officials and park supervisors are advising people to have no body contact with the lakes.
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One of the busiest years ever for hall
Adding monthly Film Nights to a full programme of live events made 2015/16 one of the busiest years ever for Clayhidon Parish Hall.
The hall committee's "highly committed" members werethanked at their AGM for all their hard work in ensuring the success of a packed schedule.
From October to April the hall committee and a subcommittee of movie buffs, led by Val Slabbert, organised six live events, two of which were supported by Villages in Action, and six film nights.
All were well received. Two gigs – the Thunderbridge Bluegrass Band (pictured) and the Irish folk band Dallahan - attracted audiences of around 90 and netted nearly £500 each for hall funds. Film Night audiences were smaller, between 30 and 55 – "more than you would normally find in the commercial cinema", said hall chairman Gareth Weekes, "and with a terrific social atmosphere".
Volunteers sold ice creams, snacks and drinks. Moviola provided a high quality projector and screen and a man to operate them. There were some early problems with sound, but these have been largely solved by new equipment. All the Film Nights and live gigs made a profit for hall funds and the total made in the year was around £2,000, thanks to generous support from helpers, donors and audiences.
Rosemary Jones, giving her last financial report after 13 years as treasurer, said the hall's income was £8,346 – 23 per cent higher than in the previous year. Once again funds were boosted by a £2,000 grant from the parish council. This left a surplus of £3,388, which Gareth Weekes said would be swallowed up in the maintenance and improvement of the hall. A presentation of flowers and a garden voucher was made to Rosemary and to Ted Pitt, who was also retiring from the committee, in thanks for their many years of service.
Plans for an extension have been worked on during the year, with help from John Shore. There have been meetings with Mid Devon planning and building control officers, and it is hoped a planning application can be submitted soon.
The proposal is for a highly insulated and energy efficient building, housing new toilets, a room that would serve as both a small committee room and a dressing room for visiting performers, with a loft to house the parish archives. The existing toilets would be insulated and adapted for storage of chairs and tables. Once permission has been granted the committee plans to explore sources of funding, and they may seek to include other improvements, such as the roof, stage, heating and kitchen in one big project.
Sandra Aldworth was elected treasurer. The chairman, vice chair (Lucy Ball) and secretary (Caroline King) were re-elected. John Sparks, of the Country and Western Club, was welcomed as a new member of the committee.
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Friday, September 28, 2012
A Work in Progress
While driving to the store with my mother the other day, we were talking about life in general and how different we become every ten years or so. She asked, "Do you notice how different we change every ten years?" I never really thought about it until I quickly reviewed my life in a matter of five seconds. Ten years ago I was a hot mess. Madelene and I had separated for a while to sort things out and I headed into a downward spiral of depression, which resulted in many alcohol binges. I had developed a lot of toxic relationships, friendship-wise as well as intimately. I didn't like myself very much...or at all. Ten years before that chaotic period, I was trying to pursue a career and landed some great jobs as a temp. It finally led me to IBM where I worked in finance, dressed like a stuffed shirt and traveled a few times (hate traveling) with my co-workers to other branches for senseless one hour meetings scattered throughout the day. Nothing like mud coffee, beige sheets and sharing a room with your annoying female boss at a Best Western. I hated it, but it was the only way I could make something of myself - to make money - to say, "Yes, I work for IBM", to which most of my friends were surprised at because ten years before that, I was the little dirtbag in school who would eventually quit. The funny thing is, most interviewers at a company will ask you, "Where do you see yourselves in five years?" I ask, "Where do you see yourselves in ten years? Do we even have ten more years left?" Sometimes I was actually tempted to say, "Well lemme' just get my little crystal ball out fer' ya." I needed the job though. No time to be a wiseass.
So here I am ten years later from being that train wreck who spent most of her time sitting on barstools fermenting her liver, partying every night and treating hangovers in the morning, to a new 'me'. Is it better? I'm not quite sure. I will say that I learned an awful lot though during my journey. I've been hurt badly by others, as well as hurting others as well along the way. My apologies were all received, sometimes rejected and sometimes not. I've made a lot of mistakes, but no regrets because I learned a great deal by making them. I've burned a few bridges in my past, and when I think about turning around to cross over one, I step up to the edge and realize that it's all charred and unstable wood now. I can't trust that it'll hold me once again like it used to, in order to walk across. Most likely, it'll dump me like a sack of potatoes into a raging river. I'll stay on the edge thank you. If someone ever decides to build it back up again, I may take a step forward to see what's on the other side.
Still thinking within those ten years back -- I never cooked. I hated being home. I wasn't into pets or ever thought about having one. I didn't like the thought of 'contentment' or having a peaceful life. I wanted excitement every second of the day, every second of the night. I'm married now. I work from home with the occasional trip to a meeting or a film/photo shoot in order to do my work. And, I love it this way. I cook, I clean...I even have a dog. My corporate days are behind me now. My barstool days are long gone, but I still enjoy a good glass of wine or a martini (or two), mostly at home. If I am at a bar, it's because my wife and I love to eat dinner at our local bar and grill. But no more nights of closing out the bar or those awful hangovers. My life is filled with more family, friends and a passion for what I do in life - which is my work. I never had passion for finance and accounting or being stuck in some cubicle trying to make an unstable living, because well, there's no such thing as job security anyway. It can be taken away from you as quickly as it was obtained. I actually enjoy the moment instead of wishing it was Friday all the time.
I truly believe all of us evolve in various ways throughout the years. We change. We're no longer the people we used to be. We stop doing 'this' and start doing another 'thing'. We develop new friends and develop different mindsets and views on life. My views today are much different than what they were ten years ago. In fact, my book was written almost ten years ago, and although I still hold the same values of what I had written, my views have changed a great deal. I'm more accepting to different religions, learning many things from each belief or even the lack thereof. My 'right wing' views have tilted over a bit, leaning more to the left after seeing so much political nonsense. I like to be corrected when I'm wrong, no longer trying to hold on for dear life to the 'I'm right card'. I'm willing to be accountable for my actions and having the ability to not retaliate when somebody hurts me. I now just walk away or remain silent. If you think that's "defeat", then that's fine. For me, it's stepping out of a negative situation to make a better life for myself, or in some cases, giving someone else a bit of peace from 'me' when I'm not welcomed. And that's okay.
Look Mom! I'm all grown up now!
....But good God, I still have so much to learn. Maybe another ten years I'll reach that point. I'm a work in progress, please be patient.
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The MaxiScope MP408 is a PC based 4-channel automotive oscilloscope, it works in combination with your PC or MaxiSys Tablet, which turns into a powerful diagnostic tool, providing you an insight to the inner workings of a vehicle's electronic circuits.
Autel MaxiScope MP408 4 Channel Automotive Oscilloscope Basic Kit Works with Maxisys Tool
Four Reason To Get Autel MaxiScope MP408:
1. Featuring the user-friendly UI design combined with the unrivalled hardware specs
2. the MP408 system is able to measure and test virtually all the electrical and electronic components and circuits in any modern vehicles.
3. Power for the MaxiScope MP408 Module comes directly from the USB port of the connected PC, making the system very versatile and portable to use.
4. MP408 can work with the following tools: MS906BT, MS906TS, MaxiSYS, MaxiSYS PRO, MaxiSYS Elite and Maxisys mini. Cannot work with MS906.
Autel MaxiScope MP408 4 Channel Automotive Oscilloscope Feature and Functions:
Features one-click auto setup of voltage scale and time base
Works on all makes and models of modern vehicles
Compatible with LIN, CAN and FlexRay data bus standards
Reads and displays electrical signals in high resolution waveforms
Allows manual editing of measurement parameter display
Records and plays back waveform data
Features color coded 4-channel control panel
Intuitive UI design features easy trigger point adjustment and real time scale info display
Direct power supply through USB connection
Free online software update through the Internet
Portable design with strong housing and protective rubber boot
Autel MaxiScope MP408 4 Channel Automotive Oscilloscope Specifications:
Vertical resolution:12 bits
Sensitivity:10mV/div to 20V/div
PC Interface:USB 2.0 – Cable supplied
Power Requirements:Powered from USB port
Input Ranges (full scale):±v50mV to ±100V in 11 ranges
Input Impedance:1MΩ in parallel with 22pF
Input Type:Single-ended, BNC connector
Input Coupling:Software selectable AC/DC
Overload Protection:±200V on single input
Buffer Memory:32M samples shared among active channels
Waveform Buffer:Up to 1000 waveforms
Timebase Ranges:100ns/div to 1000s/div
Operating Temperature Range:0°C to 50°C (15°C to 40°C for quoted accuracy)
Storage Temperature Range:-20°C to +60°C
Storage Humidity Range:5% to 95%RH, Non-condensing
Maximum Sampling Rate (Single Shot):
-1 or 2 channels in use:80MS/s
-3 or 4 channels in use:20MS/s
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For some fixed $n$, let $p_n$ be the probability that a random infinite binary string contains a run of consecutive $1$s, containing $n$ more $1$s than the total number appearing before the run.
For example, if $n=2$, the binary string $010010111100...$ is of the sort we're looking for, but the string $01001011100...$ is not (yet). Call a run of $1$s that is sufficiently long, like the four $1$s in the first string, a satisfying run.
Is there any reasonably nice way to compute $p_n$?
Here's what I know:
We can compute the expected number of satisfying runs in a string. Suppose a satisfying run begins after $k$ preliminary bits. If $k=0$, this occurs with probability $2^{-n}$; otherwise, it occurs with probability $\sum_{i=0}^{k-1} {k-1 \choose i} 2^{-n-k-i}=2^{-n-k}\left(\frac{3}{2}\right)^k$. Summing over all $k$, we get that the expected number of satisfying runs is $3(2^{-n})$, and so $p_n<3(2^{-n})$. You could extend this argument to compute $p_n$ by inclusion-exclusion, but it looks to me like it'd be incredibly ugly. In fact, $3(2^{-n})$ is a pretty good estimate for $p_n$, since the probability of a given string having multiple satisfying runs is so low.
By conditioning on the location of the first $0$ in the string, we can get a recurrence relation: $p_n=2^{-n+1}+\sum_{i=1}^{n-1} 2^{-i+1}p_{n+i}$. This is not sufficient to compute $p_n$ on its own, even given some initial values -- the largest index that appears in it is $p_{2n-1}$, so if you try to use it recursively you'll never learn anything about $p_n$ for $n$ even. You might be able to get something out of it by repeatedly substituting it into itself (in the form I've given it in, with the smallest coefficient singled out), and using the bound from 1. to make some kind of limit argument, but this also looks nasty to me.
(This originally comes from this Magic: the Gathering scenario, but I hope I've managed to successfully de-Magic it.)


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Apparently 'fribble frabble' has something to do with being drunk. I'm not presently intoxicated. Actually blogging while intoxicated can lead to embarrassing things. I did that once and a politician I mentioned commented on my blog. At the time I was a public servant and nearly cacked myself -being apolitical and all that. I'm no longer a public servant and I'm not going to mention his name because I don't want him commenting again as he is a twat. But he has been mentioned in relation to a film star.
I'm still working on my fantasy series (Silverlands), the first of which is Argenterra, published under Donna Maree Hanson. I thought the third book was coming along so slowly and crapily but I can say I'm very pleased with the progress now. I'm up to 62,000 words (halfway) and I'm planning to write more today. I've had some great ideas and it's working. I think it's now in better shape than book 2, which is awaiting a revision after beta reading comments.
I lost the map of Argenterra I had, although it's not a good map. Some may even say it's not a map! But now I have to draw a new one and make it make sense and have scale and oh dear god…
I've also got to do some sketches for the cover of book two and three for the cover artist that I should have done weeks ago. I was forestalled by the PhD.
I'm expecting the edits for Dani's Invoked soonish. After that I don't have too many Dani Kristoff writing plans. I have another book in mind for the Spellbound in Sydney series, but I'm not sure there's a market for more of them. I have to think up something else if Dani is to have a romance writing career. I have two possible projects. I've started Changling Curse which is the sequel to The Sorcerer's Spell and I also started a contemporary romance that I could put out under Dani's name. Or hell…I could polish that bloody SF romance Cold Soldier.
What do you know blogging fribble frabble can be useful.Cold Soldier it is.
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A recent article by Chris Burch, describes how technology and fashion feed off one another. He claims technology becomes fashionable, and vice versa. He uses devices like the Walkman and how they were fashionable to carry around in the 90s or how boom boxes were fashionable in the 70s.
He states that currently fashion designers are using the newest technology to make new fashion designs, because technology is so important, and this is what people want. Together the two bring a higher standard to innovation. He mentions Anouk Wipprecht, a designer who designed a drink-making dress.
Another designer, Terese Alstin made a system to protect bikers from injury by wearing a device around their necks that would pop open to prevent their heads from impact in an accident. When it is not open, it allows for a clearer view of the surroundings than a helmet does. He points to the fact that movement can become energy, so new clothing can harness this kinetic energy to power watches, mp3 players and more.
Burch stresses that fashion and technology can grow together and help with each other's development.
Christopher Burch is the head of Burch Creative Capital. The company invests in innovative projects that use imagination and creativity, leading to disruptive brands that change the world. Burch has been involved in the development of over 50 companies over the years. He has used his keen understanding of consumer behavior to build many successful innovations,
Some of his most recent projects include the introduction of ED by Ellen DeGeneres, Cocoon9, Nihiwatu, and Voss Water and others. Burch Creative Capital is also supporting the development of lifestyle products from retail, apparel and home products. Some of these include BaubleBar, Blink Health, Brad's Raw Foods and Chubbies.
It is claimed that Burch became a billionaire in 2012, because of the increase in the value of his majority stake in C. Wonder. He married fashion designer Tory Robinson in 1996. They have three sons.


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In late November, I had been reading about various ways of producing a low cost VGA video output from a microcontroller. Having dabbled with VGA on the ZPUino soft core processor on the Papilio Duo from Gadget Factory, I realised that if any small microcontroller could be assisted to produce stunning video effects and support a sophisticated user interface at minimal cost - then it would be a major innovative step.
I read about the new EVE (Embedded Video Engine) ICs from FTDI in Glasgow and ordered a dev-kit in early December. At the same time I started work on a board layout for a new minimalist VGA shield.
|1st Draught - Will it all Fit?
Over the 1st weekend of December (5th, 6th) my ideas blossomed, and grew - and so by the end of the the first week of December I had a 56 pin QFN package footprint worked out plus something that approximated to a FTDI EVE chip on a board. With the basics in place - it was just a case of finishing the layout and tidying up.
|Main FT812 IC partly routed
By the 9th of December - the design was nearly ready for sending off - and this was further reinforced by a message from my board-house saying that pcb designs sent in before the midnight on the 10th of December would be delivered before Christmas - and with a 10% discount.
|Almost ready for prototype production
In the mean time I got on with another pcb design - this time for a low energy Bluetooth device - and spent 3 wonderful days up in North Wales at #BothyHack3 - where I designed some, yet more pcbs.
On the 22nd of December, I received a package containing the prototype boards - I tried a bare board for size on one of the FPGA platforms we were considering:
So that evening I built up the first prototype:
Christmas activities then got in the way for a few days - but on the 24th James reported that his pcbs had just been delivered in California from China - having been held up for over 24 hours in Fremont, California:
So with Christmas almost upon us - Festivities kind of impeded progress - also known as a well deserved rest. I have done 20 unique board designs in the last 24 months......
So on the Morning of 28th December, I crawled out of the post Christmas hangover haze and thought about exercising the new VGA hardware. It took longer than I thought - but by 1am, and a couple of false starts - the VGA hardware sprung into life and created its first image.
From large red blobs served in the early hours of the morning I progressed to a simple text display:
But then on Tuesday evening - James came back with the stunning tweet that he had pushed the resolution up to 1024 x 768 60Hz. So at that point I suggested that I get my coat.....
A few hours later, James was coding furiously and Felix was soldering - the picture from California says it all - all produced by the FT812 EVE chip - and James' custom Forth processor:
With only a couple of days remaining of 2015, I barricaded myself in the back bedroom - and bashed out an greatly improved pcb layout - all ready for manufacturing next week when the world wakes up from its Festive Haze:
Introducing - on New Year's EVE - EVITA
I hope you have enjoyed this light-hearted look at how modern engineers collaborate across global frontiers and timezones - using social media to full advantage - in order to expediate the development of a new fun product. From concept to first prototype executing code and exceeding all expectations in just a month. Shouldn't we all be working smarter, not harder?
And remember - when it's 2am in Britain - it's only "Beer o'clock" in Northern California!
Thanks to all my friends and colleagues in Kent, Sussex, Denver and Northern California who have helped make this happen so quickly.
Now off to the Monson Road Social Club- for some New Years festivities and the odd beer or three.
Happy New Year - and all the best for 2016!


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Seven films have been shortlisted in the competition for the makeup category for the 83rd Academy Awards. All members of the Academy's Makeup Branch will be invited to view 10-minute excerpts from each of the seven shortlisted films. Following the screenings, members will vote to nominate three films for final Oscar consideration.
The 83rd Academy Awards nominations will be announced live on Tuesday, January 25, 2011, at 5:30 a.m. PST in the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater and the Oscar ceremony will take place Sunday, February 27th a the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood.
The short listed films for the Makeup category are:
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By: BabyRuth (Five Beers) –
It's been over a decade since we last saw super-sleuth Alex Cross from James Patterson's bestselling crime novels onscreen in 2001's Along Came a Spider and 1997's Kiss the Girls. Back then, he was played by Morgan Freeman. This time around, the rebooted series, a prequel of sorts, stars Tyler Perry as a younger Alex Cross. He's still a police detective and hasn't yet made the move to FBI agent in Washington D.C.
Cross, also a psychologist (he shall be addressed as "Detective Dr. Cross," thankyouverymuch) is well-known and respected for his amazing criminal profiling abilities and talent for figuring out things like a coffee stain on a shirt means a person drank coffee that day. Cross and his two partners Tommy Kane (Edward Burns) and Monica Ashe (Rachel Nichols) are hot on the trail of a sadistic serial killer nicknamed Picasso who's been offing or attempting to off some very important people. It soon turns personal when Picasso turns his attention on Cross himself.
A Toast
Moving on.
Beer Two
The tagline for this film is "Don't Ever Cross Alex Cross." That deserves a beer on its own. This is the best tagline they were able to think of? "Don't Hassle the Hoff" is a more creative play on words. I would love to know the rejected tag lines.
Beer Three
Okay, so let's get into it. Everything you've heard is true. It's that bad.
Now, it would be extremely easy to pin all of the blame on Tyler Perry, because let's face it, he's an easy target with his resume of extremely ludicrous but insanely lucrative movies. Clearly the casting choice was made based on his name's box office drawing abilities with poor Idris Elba being shoved aside for the starring role once Perry showed interest. And in terms of dollars, it was a smart decision. The showing I attended was sold the hell out. There was even applause at the end. I'm not joking. It's evident the majority of the attendees at the Alex Cross screenings this weekend have seen all of the Madea movies and most likely have not read one of James Patterson's novels.
To his credit, Perry is not terrible. (There's your toast. Happy?) That doesn't mean he is particularly good either. For one, it's pretty damn hard to fill the shoes of Morgan Freeman. But aside from that, there's just something about Tyler Perry that doesn't fit the role. A vapidness. A smugness almost? It hard to pinpoint but I just can't buy it. It would have been interesting to see what Elba could have done with the character,though with every other aspect of this movie being as bad as it is, I doubt there's much he could have done. More on that in a bit.
Matthew Fox is nearly unrecognizable as the psychotic serial killer known as Picasso (he leaves charcoal drawings of each victim with hidden clues to his next target. And by hidden clues, I mean those, you remember Mad Magazine? The back cover you would fold over to reveal a gag photo?—Forget it, it's just too asinine). Fox certainly looks the part of a deranged killer with his bulging veiny muscles, but every time he would speak or bug his eyes out I had to stifle a laugh. It was comical. Almost campy. Like Perry as Cross, something just didn't work with this casting. Maybe it's because I will forever think of Fox as Charlie from Party on Five (I never got into Lost). Speaking of, the writers of this movie missed a golden opportunity for Picasso to say "Cross? Party of one?"
This scene made me wish I was watching Here Comes the Boom again instead.
Edward Burns plays Tommy, the longtime partner/best friend of Alex Cross. What can you say about Ed Burns? He's Ed Burns and he Ed Burns his way through this role just as he has Ed Burned his way through pretty much every other role he's ever played.
The part of Madea is played by Cicely Tyson, not Perry, this time around. Okay, okay, Nana Mama is an actual character from Patterson's books and Tyson brings heart and emotion to a film that really doesn't require it.
There's a sketchy Frenchman played by Jean Reno named Leon which only reminded me of a much better film in which a skinnier Jean Reno plays a character named Leon. Carmen Ejogo (who stunned earlier this year in Sparkle) and Rachel Nichols, despite both underused, were the two highlights for me.
"But I'm a cop, why do I have to be plot device?"
Audience: "BECAUSE YOU'RE A WOMAN!"
Beer Four
You may be willing to put these things aside as a fan of James Patterson's work, but it would be a mistake since the film is not an adaptation of one of his books. Instead screenwriters Marc Moss (who did write the screenplay for Along Came a Spider, which was based on an actual book) and Kerry Williamson threw together a generic, lazy, plothole-ridden mess of a movie with some familiar Tyler Perry movie-isms mixed in (emotional scene set in a church, cheesy sappy family moments, a gospel song,) to ease Perry's audience into the transition of Tyler Perry, Action Star. Which fine, I get it, and it wouldn't annoy me as much if the plot was somewhat well-constructed and made any friggin sense.
Here's a perfect example. Picasso uses a drug to paralyze his victims rendering them unable to move or speak but that allows them to feel everything while he tortures them. We learn that during one such instance he was able to force his prey into giving up a secure computer password.
Say what?
Precisely. I guess this specialized tranquilizer is able to decipher when a victim wants to speak a secret computer password and therefore temporarily deactivates allowing them to regain the ability to talk?
Then there's the direction of Rob Cohen. This is the same guy that brought us xXx and he hasn't matured much as a director since then. I had a headache from all the fast pans, which was compounded by the fact that the only available seat in the theater my late ass was able to get was up front. I had to look away from the blurry chaos onscreen several times. But I would guess the sequences were just as sloppy looking from the last row. There are effective ways to film action scenes. Cohen apparently doesn't know any of them. There was even a swoosh pan on food. Food!
So entertaining.
It never ceases to amaze me how certain movies are granted the gift of a PG-13 rating with others are slapped with an R. Alex Cross, despite containing a couple lengthy torture scenes, gets away with the audience-friendly PG-13. I guess fingers being dismembered is not as bad as boobies or a couple F-bombs.
Beer Five
My head hurts. Let's skip to the end.
Quick! Close your eyes and think of a clichéd climax to an action-thriller.
Does it include a deserted warehouse-type setting where the protagonist and bad guy duke it out mano-a-mano (because the back-up just cannot arrive in time) on a set of high-up beams resulting in the bad guy dangling from the good guy's grip above a platform wherein the good guy letting go would result in bad guy's certain death?
Well, I don't want to spoil this movie for those of you who have never seen a movie before but…
I suppose if you're a fan of Tyler Perry and don't enjoy things like suspense, mystery, character development and smart storytelling then you'll probably really like Alex Cross. Have fun!
"I bet you wish you were closer to free right now sucka!"
Drinking Game
Take a Drink: every time a woman is killed.
Take a Drink: every time you imagine Tyler Perry in the Nana Mama role.
Take a Drink: every time Matthew Fox hilariously bugs out his eyes.
Take a Drink: every time Alex Cross states the obvious.
Take a Drink: at every product placement.
Do a Shot: when you think it's over but it isn't.
Pop a Tylenol: at every headache-inducing fast pan.


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Hi Kathy!
I am soo with you on your last comment! Don't stress too much on Christmas – it's there to be enjoyed! You're so right! I love love your bowls by the way! Where did you get them? Have a lovely Christmas and I still remember you're gorgeous table photo from last year.
See you soon and Happy Christmas!
Love Susan x
I am the first to admit that a fair amount of what I earn at QVC goes straight back to the company coffers, given the number of orders I make each month! It's so hard not to be seduced by the many different bargains we offer on air.
One of my favourite purchases recently, which is worth every penny it cost, is my cook's essentials soup maker.
When I first heard about a 'soup maker' my reaction was 'what a waste of money – it's easy to make soup with a saucepan and a blender.'
But when Simon Brown, our fantastic kitchen guest, showed how easy it is with this little machine I realised that although I do like to make soup, I don't do it that often because it is a bit of a palaver but this makes it all so easy.
I ordered mine before it sold out, but I'm really pleased that we have it back in stock just in time for Christmas – on the last day to buy for Christmas delivery, in fact.
Tune in on Thursday 20th December in my Kitchen Gifts hour at 9am to see it in action.
Since mine was delivered, I have used it almost every Saturday, for a lunchtime homemade soup with lovely crusty bread from the bakers.
I used a couple of the recipes that come with it at first, but now I love inventing my own combinations – or just using whatever needs eating up.
It is the easiest thing to use – simply put roughly chopped vegetables and stock into the soupmaker, attach the top and choose smooth or chunky soup.
Wait for twenty minutes while it heats and whizzes for you, and then enjoy a piping hot bowl of soup.
I have two favourite combinations at the moment – chick pea and butternut squash, with chilli, cumin and coriander. And pea and courgette.
For this I simply slice a courgette, add some frozen peas and stock (from a stock cube is fine) and then let the soupmaker do the work.
Garnishing with grated cheese, or maybe some bacon or ham pieces, would add protein to make it a satisfying and balanced meal.
I've taken some photos of the stages of making the chickpea and butternut squash soup, to show that it really is almost as easy as opening a can – and much tastier!
There are no rules as to what you use to make your soup, except not to add raw meat, and it's a brilliant way to use up vegetables that need eating, so you don't end up throwing them away.
I hope you can join me on Thursday, I'm planning to set the soup maker at the beginning of the show and come back twenty minutes later to show you the result – I will probably make the courgette and pea soup, unless you leave me a message here with another idea to try.
Let me know your favourite flavour combination!
Take care, and don't stress too much about Christmas – it's there to be enjoyed!!
Kathy x
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December 15, 2012 at 5:41 pm -
Hi Kathy!
December 16, 2012 at 1:47 pm -
Hi Kathy,
Ahhh you have me sold…i want a soup maker now.
You make it sound so simple and easy.
And at least you know exactly whats going into your soup to make it a really nourishing meal !
I will be tuning in on Thursday to see the soup maker in action.
Hope you have a great Christmas Kathy.
Sam (Dublin)xxx
December 19, 2012 at 12:13 pm -
Hi Kathy
Loved the blog as the soupmaker is one of the best things from qvc this year by far, i have used it about twice a week for the months i have had it, love the conveinience and the way you eat more veg and use up bits and pieces.
Only downside is the cleaning of it (esp by the screws) and the weight of the lid part.
Do love it though and wouldn't want to be without it, i will try the comination u mentioned, can you put in frozen veg then?
I like carrott based soups in general as they thicken so well, dont try potato soup with lots of potato though as that did not work at all-too gloopy, I have tried many soups though and love it, 95% success on the flavours and textures i would say of what I have made, i make up my own recipes! Really love it.
I replied to your earlier blog too about your quilt from your Mum, i hope you have time to read it.
Will look out for the soup demo again as will still be interesting to me!
bye for now
December 20, 2012 at 5:33 pm -
I find a butternut squash so hard to cut but have found that Sainsbury's sell it in 320 g packets already to cook, easy peasy. Other supermarkets perhaps sell it too, I don't know.
December 21, 2012 at 6:19 pm -
Kathy I can't agree more!
I've had mine a couple of months now and use it everyday. When I came in from work was a dangerous nibble time for me, so I make my soup then. I have a mug before my dinner, and use the rest for lunch the next day -and I've lost 5lb by not even trying !
I love it so much I've brought 2 more as chrimbo pressies as it's so easy to use ….and we really should start a recipe blog!
Merry christmas to you, and your family
Much Love Bevs xxxx
December 31, 2012 at 4:16 pm -
Hi Kathy – I watched your demo on the soup maker & you said you made enough for one – the soupmker was then empty when you poured out the bowlful. I always fill mine to the min level, then have to throw the soup away as there is only me to eat/drink it & I have no room in the freezer. Am I right then that you can make smaller amounts? I posted the question on the item page, but have not had a response. Thanks. Chrissie.


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When it comes to safety in vehicles, it's best to go Japanese.
Today, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's rankings showed that Japan car brands lead the way for safest cars in the 2016 model year. A total of 48 vehicles earned the IIHS highest rating of "Top Safety Pick Plus," and nearly 50% were Japanese brands. Toyota, Honda, and Subaru combined for 23 of the top 48 vehicles alone, with Volkswagen, Audi, Volvo, Hyundai, Mazda, and Chrysler making up the rest.
The cars that earned the title had to have received a top score in all five crash tests, in addition to offering advanced front crash-prevention systems with automatic emergency braking. Notable vehicles that added that feature this year and earned the top safety pick title included the Nissan Maxima and Toyota Avalon.
Cars that came up just short and captured the second-highest "Top Safety Pick" rating include the Buick Encore and several General Motors models.
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The Leventhal-Sidman JCC's Cultural Arts Department provides opportunities that enrich and enhance the lives of the community through artistic expression and cultural programs. The department offers several a variety of educational programs: Creative Judaica, Rimonim Teen Art Program, Jewish Theatre of New England, Magic Ark Childrens Series, Boston Jewish Book Fair and a variety of workshops and special programs.
Creative Judaica provides quality Judaic fine arts programming based on the Haggim and other Judaic themes. Combining Jewish history and culture with hands-on art studio experience, Creative Judaica gives participants a unique program that can compliment existing curriculum or stand alone as an exciting enrichment to class room work.
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Jewish Theatre of New England presents internationally and nationally acclaimed performers whose work reflects the richness of Jewish culture or explores the complexities of Jewish identity.
Boston Jewish Book Fair is a month-long literary event featuring an eclectic line-up of notable authors. Programs include panel discussions, readings and workshops by some of the best voice in Jewish literature.
Magic Ark Childrens Series presents innovative, professional and highly entertaining performances for the entire family. Often presentations have Jewish themes.
The Jewish Womens Archive (JWA) develops educational resources that make the lives and accomplishments of Jewish women available and accessible to teachers, students, and lifelong learners. JWAs curriculum, online lesson plans, posters, and web exhibits bring Jewish women's voices out of the archives and into dialogue with people of all ages. Visit www.jwa.org to learn more.
Both in our annual Festival (this years 18th Boston Jewish Film Festival takes place November 1-12, at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; the Coolidge Corner Theatre; and the West Newton Cinema; as well as other satellite locations) and throughout the year, we screen films with Jewish themes. The films are often accompanied by visiting artists or subject matter experts, who are present to introduce the film and for question-and-answer sessions. Schools can bring groups, and create their own discussions after screenings, as well.


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If you're into your golf gadgets like I am, then you'll be excited to learn about Garmin's announcement this week: their first golf club swing sensor. It's set for release at some point this quarter, and will retail at £129.99.
So what do you get for your money? We'll take a look in a moment, but before we dive into the details, here's the promo video released by Garmin yesterday:
As you can see, it's quite a small device, which is excellent because it can fit onto any club you use. Whether you're using an Approach watch or a smartphone, you can then get information immediately after each swing. The sensor measures all the metrics you need to improve your swing – and can even generate 3D animations.
Because the data feeds instantaneously to your watch, you can focus on the game and only need to glance down briefly to digest a wealth of information. Without getting distracted, you can read up on:
Ball flight information
You can use TruSwing to analyze your club path, as well as the angle of the club face and shaft – all of which affect the direction of the ball. It allows you to zone in on the adjustments you need to make with ease.
Wondering why you're getting too much loft on your shots? Struggling to get the ball airborne? Well, with this swing sensor you can see precisely where you're going wrong.
You can even use the device to get a stronger grasp of your swing speed – as well as where the face of the club is landing with each swing. These two factors combine to help determine the distance you get on your shot, so you can use the TruSwing data to play around and improve your swing consistency.
The TruSwing will only weigh 28 grams, so you get an idea how light it is and how unobtrusive it will be to your play. In addition to that, Garmin say there will be around twelve hours of battery life – so you can expect to get plenty of golf in before you have to recharge.
I know I can't wait to get my hands on one and try it out both on the driving range and the course. For more updates before its release, you can follow @GarminUK on Twitter or visit the website at Garmin.com.


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Helland village, Cornwall
Helland (Cornish: Hellann) lies about three miles north of Bodmin. Helland along with the village of Helland-Bridge span the upper reaches of the River Camel. The origin of the name is "ancient church site of Helen" or "Helen's Land". In the Domesday Survey of 1086, it is taxed by the name of Henland.
Local Accommodation
There is a great choice of cottages for rent in the local area. Take a look at the beautiful cottages in Bodmin, Bodmin Moor, Camelford and Port Isaac.
Holiday Parks
Stay at a nearby Holiday Park and keep the kids amused all day! Parks in the vicinity include those at:
Plenty of hotels are available locally. Consider those in the local towns:
In the vicinity is a choice of camping and caravan sites offering high quality, affordable holiday accommodation. Consider camps in Bodmin Moor, Wadebridge, Liskeard and Padstow.
Nearby Attractions
There's plenty more to explore in this area, too! Find more attractions and things to do nearby:
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Hello all, new to forum and the KTM family! I ride a 2010 smt and I absolutely love this machine. Couldn't be happier with my purchase!
I've been trying to put together a ride into southeastern OK/AR in the next few weeks and looking for people to ride with. I'm a novice rider that likes sightseeing and local eats. If anyone out there wants to meet up for a day or overnight trip, let me know!
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Sunday, April 8, 2012
Sharing is Caring...
To share my blog and the image for the swap (see below) to encourage others to join us, then provide a link below with where you've shared it (your blog, facebook page or forum etc) then once I've confirmed it you'll go in the draw to win these wonderful fat quarters.
For the first and most important entry please share this image with a link to my blog
For a second entry to the draw become apart of our swap *those already part of the swap will also be included*
For a third entry follow my blog
Please create separate comments for each entry, and you must complete step one to be able to complete the next two steps
Draw will take place on the 1st of May 2012, using random.org
Don't forget... sharing is caring... <3 Much Love <3
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I added the blog button to my blog.. not today, I did it ages ago :)ReplyDeleteReplies
Yay :) Good Luck in the draw <3Delete
Obviously that also means that I'm part of the swap ;) About to cut my charms, infact!ReplyDeleteReplies
Congratulations Tracey :) You've won these awesome FQs <3 Please email meDelete
And I was already a follower :)ReplyDelete
Plus I just tweeted about the swap, so fingers crossed!
I'll also see if I can twist some arms.
I've blogged about it today at http://cassthecoolest.com/ and I'm a follower, I bought some of those orange and teal fabrics you're using in your craftsy BOM creations 'cause you just made them look so darn good LOL. And I have a confession, I LOVE these fat quarters, I bought the one on the very left, and the one in the centre at Spotlight just TODAY! But I still want to win, of course! Looks like we have similar tastesReplyDeleteReplies
Awesome stuff :-) just add two more comments please for the other entries into the draw :-) they are very pretty fabrics and I wasn't able to purchase them all again on my last visit to spotlight so on the hunt for some more... got a perfect project in mind :-)Delete
I just linked this page on my blog, although I don't have many followers yet! (julessewing.blogspot.com.au/)ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks Julie, don't forget to add another company for another entry because your part of the swap :-) and if your a follower of my blog your more than welcome to comment again (three in total) for another entry. Good LuckDelete
Do I need to add another comment? Not sure what the company part is about... I also just shared this on my fb wallDelete
Hmmm yes three comments for three entries...little bit of baby brain I think! I'm part of the swap, following and also shared the blog! ;-)Delete
added to myfacebook and shared itReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks :-) If your a follower or part of the swap don't forget to add a comment here for each of those to get additional entries into the draw :)Delete
i think i managed to share it properly and even get a photo into my blog. I would love to be part of the giveaway.ReplyDelete
Wonderful thanks :-) post another comment saying your part of the swap and another comment if your a follower of my blog and you'll have another two entries :-)Delete
Just checking... Do I get two entries for my two spots in the swap ?? ;)ReplyDeleteReplies
Just share my blog and pop back here and you'll have three :-) *need to share for the first entry for the others to count :-)Delete
OK - I have managed to share this on my facebook page! :)ReplyDelete
And..... I have just become follower No# 20! YAY!ReplyDelete
Actually boo to me - cause I thought I did that the other day - oh well.
i have joined the rainbow swap and shared again on fbook for uReplyDelete
I am part of the swap, just for my extra entry. :)ReplyDelete
following your awesome blog as well. i love it.. :)ReplyDelete


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Matt is the father of a Friends' School third grader. Twenty three years ago, on a day that changed his life forever, Matt's name appeared in the Baltimore Sun:
Dateline: February 8th, 1991. An Ellicott City couple on their way back to Maryland were killed yesterday morning when their twin-engine plane crashed into a farmer's field shortly after takeoff. Their 7-year old son Matthew was in serious condition at University Hospital. After Mr Jahn, the pilot, took off, he circled the plane over Skaneateles Lake in an attempt to return to the airport because of poor visibility and rain. The twin-engine Beechcraft Seneca 2 apparently struck a tree and then crashed. The family had been visiting Auburn, NY, to attend the funeral of Mrs Jahn's uncle. Police said that Matthew was thrown from the wreckage.
Matt woke up at the hospital two days later. His sister Margaret had not accompanied the rest of the family on the trip, staying instead with her grandparents. In second grade, Matt had become an orphan. He and his sister were taken in by an uncle and aunt, whom he had only met once before. They moved half way across the country to Chicago, away from the world he knew.
Fast forward to today. Matt's son Kenny is in Tyler's 3rd grade class. Kenny is now older than Matt was when he lost his parents. The way Matt sees it, every day that he has with Kenny from this point forward is a bonus.
After graduating high school, Matt moved to the Boulder area and ran a pizza business for eleven years. He never went to college. Until recently. This spring, Matt will have an associate's degree in education from Front Range Community College. His plan is to transfer to a four year school to gain
|Matt with his parents and sister a few months
before they passed away
Matt's story is an amazing one. He shared a snippet of it with me on the playground one day after school. I was so intrigued that I asked him if I could learn more and share his story with our school community.
I was touched by his story of the plane crash and losing his parents. But more than that, I was particularly impressed by what he told me about how fortunate he feels to be a parent and to watch Kenny grow - as well as his goal to go back to school to become a teacher. It helped remind me, as a parent, to remember how important this time is - the little stuff and the big stuff.
Matt tells me he is proud of who he is. "My story is part of who I am and why I am the person I am today. You are more than welcome to share it, I am an open book."
Matt sees school as incredibly important. When he first visited Friends' he saw people, adults and children alike, who were happy and excited to be in school. He witnessed compassion and a community that cared for each other deeply. And he wanted that for his son. Kenny is thriving in third grade, a happy and excited learner. Matt hopes to instill that same love of learning in his middle school science students one day. He was amazed last month when Kenny woke up on Labor Day Monday, bummed because he was going to miss a day of school.
As a child Matt faced unimaginable tragedy. Unimaginable, but not unbearable. He figured out that he had a choice. He could view his circumstance as an excuse to hide from the world or to turn bitter. Or he could choose to see it as an opportunity to live the full life that he knew his parents would want him to live.
Losing his parents at such a young age has helped him to understand the importance of his role as a parent, and the importance of a great school community for his small family. He knows he can't let challenges intimidate him – challenges simply motivate him to reach for the next accomplishment.
Matt says that, somewhere up there, his parents are clinking their glasses, looking down in approval. He firmly believes in the saying:
Yesterday's history
Tomorrow's a mystery
Today's a gift
A family like this is a gift to all of us. Thanks, Matt, for being willing to share your story. I know I will appreciate every moment of parenting a little bit more because of you.


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General Heresy is a column dedicated to investigating, and making public, different faiths and philosophies, as well as religions and related organizations.
In this second installation, I spoke to former spokesman for The Church of Scientology, Mike Rinder, and asked him a few questions regarding the organization and the beliefs. See last week's 'Scientology in the Clear', from General Heresy.
SWEPT: I'm curious, I know that you have said, since leaving the church, that Scientology is a valuable way to work through life, so are you still a believer in Scientology even though you're no longer a church member?
MIKE: I would classify myself as someone who practices principles of the philosophy of Scientology that I find workable and true. I do not consider myself a Scientology "believer" I think that word implies faith and acceptance of anything and everything merely because it is "part of Scientology."
SWEPT: I started taking some online courses on the main Scientology site, and felt as though a number of the lessons were about a sort of self-manipulation, and the site talks a bit about mind over matter, and knowing how to read people in order to better function in the world. I'm wondering if there is an element of self-deception in the teachings of the church? As well, I'm wondering if there is an element of social deception; attempting to better get to people (I know Miscavige is very skilled in this way, and is that an example of how the teachings can be used for ill)?
MIKE: Sure. I think the article on Tony Ortega's blog today by Jeff Hawkins (read this article here) is a great example. I have written in the past about "the greatest good for the greatest number of dynamics."
SWEPT: Aside from the John Sweeney documentary fiasco with Miscavige having him followed and whatnot, have there been other examples of heavy surveillance with people in and out of the church while you were still working in the church?
MIKE: Numerous. Bob Minton, which I have talked about. Michael Flynn when he was suing the church. Vaughn and Stacy Young. Pat Broeker.
SWEPT: What was the final straw for you in making your decision to leave the church?
MIKE: John Sweeney asking me point blank whether Miscavige had ever physically assaulted me. I have never flat out lied to the media before. But especially something like this where he said he had witnesses (and he did and I knew it) and I had a very hard time justifying why I felt it was right to lie about something like that.
SWEPT: This is a little touchy, and if it is too personal, please don't feel pressured to answer. Have you seen or had contact with any family since the incident during the recorded cellphone conversation between you and Sweeney?
MIKE: No. I documented efforts to try and see my mother when I was in Australia on Marty Rathbun's blog. No other contact whatsoever. Not even a message or call when my mother passed away six weeks ago.
SWEPT: What is the most important thing you would want people to know about both the doctrine of Scientology and the organization of Scientology?
MIKE: They are two distinct things. The organization is corrupt and I feel has no redeeming qualities and should be nothing but a bad memory. The philosophy has value. Not all of it, but there are things of value contained within it. Those things that genuinely help people to improve their lives should be preserved and available to anyone who wants them.
SWEPT: Is the notion of Xenu, and dead alien souls sent to Earth a part of the teachings of Scientology? If so, is this a faith position or is this a claim on some suggested scientific basis? Is this a belief that you hold to?
MIKE: Yes, it is (part of the teachings). And yes, it is a faith position. Good Scientologists will tell you it is not faith – it is fact and provable by their subjective experiences with auditing and an e-meter. But that is not scientific evidence, it is anecdotal.
SWEPT: Do you think people should support the Church of Scientology and feed it with as much money as is currently poured into it by its celebrity wing?
MIKE: Not at all. I think the subject should be FREE and freely available for anyone and everyone to use and apply.
SWEPT: What are your thoughts on having a separate celebrity church?
MIKE: From the church's perspective it makes sense. Give them a place to make them feel important. I can't imagine a celebrity Buddhist temple or Catholic Church.
SWEPT: Is there anything you would like to say to the readers of this magazine, and to any Scientologists who may come across this?
MIKE: Really, the most important thing is to think for yourself. Don't accept things because you are told they are true or are necessary. If you see something that is abusive or wrong, you KNOW. Don't let things be "explained away". The church of Scientology has no monopoly on wisdom – it doesn't even have a monopoly on Scientology. If there is something you find good and workable about it, use it. If not, forget it.
Thanks Mike, I couldn't have said it better myself.


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The founder of Republican Hindu Coalition and a jumbo donor to the election campaign of US President Donald Trump, Shalabh Shalli Kumar has said that there is no need for Indians in the US to be worried under the US administration led by President Donald trump. He also added that the US President is dedicated to building good relations with Indians.
Mr. Kumar who is also the leading candidate for the post of American Ambassador to India, however, refused to say anything regarding his prospects for the post quoted The Hindu.
The bilateral co-operation between India and the US will be taken to an unmatched level by US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, added Mr. Kumar. He refused t elaborate on the exact details of the bilateral ties at this juncture and said that US President, however, believed in executing plans in a discreet way. The twitter account of Mr. Kumar recognizes him as the bridge between Donald Trump and Narendra Modi.
President Trump had made it clear that racism has no place in the US and had given an appropriate reply at the right juncture over the recent hate-crime murder of Srinivas Kuchibhotla, an Indian techie in Kansas, elaborated Shalabh Kumar. This is quite heartening for Indians in the US and even the Hindus in the US as well elaborated the leader.
Stephen Bannon the US President's chief strategist will be playing a key role in the bilateral relations with India, said Mr. Kumar. Shalabh Kumar is in close touch with Mr. Bannon and said that Mr. Bannon is an ardent reader of Hindu and Buddhist philosophy as well as the Bhagavad-gita.
Mr. Bannon is full of praise for India led by Prime Minister Modi and he is with the understanding that Hinduism is a broadminded religion and Hindus are a peace loving people. He is also dedicated to reverse the decline of America, said Shalabh Kumar.
According to Mr. Kumar, there is no reason for Indians to be worried of US administration led by Trump as bills and debates are always of diverse nature. The fact is that the US economy is bound to grow under Trump administration which will necessitate large requirement of IT professionals from India, explained Mr. Kumar.
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Hotel Rewards Couples Making Out With Free Room [Video]
A marketing campaign takes the popular phrase "get a room" to a new level be giving people displaying affection a free night's stay.
As part of its marketing campaign, Public Hotel tells couples who show public display of affection (PDAs) to literally "get a room." Romantic couples who were found kissing, hugging, or holding hands, were approached by the comedian Michael McNamara, and offered a free room at the hotel.
Public Hotel describes itself as "innovative, sophisticated, authentic style, and personalized." Ian Schrager, an American hotelier and entrepreneur, took the best elements from luxury and boutique hotels, and combined them in Public. The hotel offers 285 guest rooms that have been individually furnished.