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In just over two years, Denise Lancaster has gone from being a secret that could have gotten Maj. Mary Miller fired to a recognized spouse with equal rights.
"It's pretty amazing. For me, it's been a quick two-year change," Lancaster said, referencing the time between the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell to the removal of the Defense of Marriage Act. "It's a huge deal not only to have benefits, but for my wife's service to be equal to everybody else's service."
The Supreme Court's ruling in June on the federal government's marriage act paved the way for the Defense Department to begin recognizing same-sex couples with marriage certificates from the 14 states where gay marriage is legal.
Lancaster and Miller, an Apache pilot with 4th Battalion, 227th Aviation Regiment, 1st Air Cavalry Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, married in May 2012 in New York City. The couple has been together for three years, but just in the last month did the Defense Department formally recognize Lancaster as part of the Army family.
"This has definitely made our relationship stronger," Miller said.
For years the couple had been forced to hide their relationship, and Miller said she often worried someone might see them together and she would be fired or lose her security clearance.
"It's taken a lot of stress out of my life personally, therefore making us closer," she added. "Neither one of us want to be in the closet. It's never been anything I wanted to do, but my job made it mandatory."
The Defense Department began issuing ID cards to same-sex couples Sept. 3. Since then, 28 spouses have taken advantage of the opportunity at Fort Hood, according to information from the Directorate of Human Resources.
Lancaster was there on the first day, and she commended the office on its professionalism.
"I immediately drove off post ... and I went right back on with my ID card. It felt pretty great. It's a silly thing to do, but a huge symbol for me to not only go through the gate, but having an actual real ID and being able to go through the gate as an equal spouse," Lancaster said. "It truly made me feel like I am a part of that whole community, whereas I did not feel a part of that community before."
Peace of mind
Miller is currently on her 10th deployment, this time to Kuwait, and said knowing her marriage is official gives her peace of mind — especially while she's away.
"It's a relief," she said during a phone call. "Not that my command hasn't been extremely supportive, but now legally ... she's recognized as being my spouse in more than just the state of New York."
Not only does that mean the couple can take advantage of military benefits such as increased housing allowance, the ability to move together and on-post programs, Lancaster can also be the emergency contact should something happen to Miller downrange.
"It's the same sacrifice, whether you're homosexual or heterosexual," Lancaster said. "I think initially I felt like military life was something that was happening to me and that I had to withstand in order to be Mary's wife."
Since Miller deployed in August, Lancaster quit her job in Killeen and moved back to their home state of North Carolina to be with her father, who is ill. It's a move she couldn't have made without the health insurance she now receives through Tricare.
In February, military officials estimated that about 17,000 military personnel and veterans would apply for partial benefits for their domestic partners, 5,600 of whom were active-duty service members. A spokesperson for the Army last week said there is currently no estimate.
The American Military Partner Association, a nonprofit educating same-sex couples on their benefits, said it has about 3,500 members, but is also unclear how many couples are eligible for benefits.
Army officials said they are not tracking how many same-sex couples have acquired dependent ID cards, because they are now seen as the same as opposite-sex couples — which is exactly how Lancaster thinks it should be.
"I hope this becomes a non-issue," she said.


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Travel Bag Treats
I have very fond memories of shopping for holiday toiletries in boots. The ultimate "chancer", I would fill my mother's basket with products for all eventualities – mountains of magicool, scores of suncare products – before trying my luck in the cosmetics section. "Muuuum of course I need another lipgloss – and, look, this one has SPF, do you WANT me to have burnt lips?!" On reflection, I sound a total brat, but hey, think of those advantage card points.
I have always been very good at spending other people's money, less so my own. As I have grown older (and started paying for my own sunscreen, plasters and travel toothbrushes) I have become rather frugal in my pre-holiday spending. Sure, there are some products necessary for the summer months - sunscreen and Autan- but who delights in buying those? Instead, I prefer to spend my money on the products I want, rather than need.
I am referring to my travel bag treats; the luxuries that prove you needn't abandon your beauty regime just because weight restrictions apply. Here are this year's picks.
I am not one to commit to a single, signature fragrance. I like floral, I like citrus, I like woody and I like spicy, so why settle for just one? I play the fragrance field, which is why I am so fond of Jo Loves. Devised by master perfumer, and all round Wonder Woman, Jo Malone, the Jo Loves collection comprises of eleven carefully crafted scents. If you don't have the time to pop to the Elizabeth Street flagship, opt instead for the Shot Box, a neat little box of samples best described as a Jo Loves tasting menu. The Shot Box is ideal for summer getaways, allowing for fragrance options without the bulk. My current favourites are the charming No 42. Flower Shop and the sweet Orange Tulle.
A Fragrance Shot Box, £38.00, at joloves.com
Ah, NARS Hot Sand, let me count the ways. This illuminator is a gem of a product, all the more precious as it is limited edition (see you at the Space NK counters in a week or so? I'm Hot Sand stockpiling). Despite my fondness for matte skin and pressed powders, I am obsessed with this peach Champagne highlighter. A light liquid creme, Hot Sand can be applied directly to the face/décolletage, or blended with foundation for a soft iridescence. I mix one pump of Revlon Photoready with one pearl of Hot Sand for a light, glowing base.
NARS Hot Sand illuminator, £22.50, narscosmetics.co.uk
A holiday is a great time to step up your skincare routine. Though I am sometimes guilty of the slapdash approach (eg Avene Micellar water > La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo > bed), on holiday I prefer to fully nourish and protect my skin, particularly given the inevitable exposure to sun. This year I have packed a little taster kit from Su-Man, a decadent skincare collection created by the expert facialist of the same name. The velvety serum is the hero product, but I must sing the praises of the fragrant gel oil cleanser, which feels a treat to apply. It cleans deeply, removing all make-up and impurities.
Su-man Purifying Gel Oil, £40.00 at su-man.com
It is tricky to get excited about sun protection, but The Organic Pharmacy's natural shea butter and marigold-infused cream with SPF30 feels more like an exotic body balm than it does a sunscreen. It is soothing and smells delicious, but it also shields the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. My only quip is that the rich creme is not water resistant, therefore the 100ml tube is unlikely to last beyond 10 days. However, if you are off on a city jaunt, then this natural mineral cream is a must.
Cellular Protection Cream SPF 30, also in 25/50, £38.95, theorganicpharmacy.com
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Allen & Overy raises associate salaries through bonuses
Allen & Overy has used bonuses included in monthly pay to boost associate salaries across all levels by £20,000. The changes come as a response to feedback the firm received, indicating that larger salaries were more attractive than year-end bonuses.
The following increases will take effect on the various levels:
1PQE (one year experience) – change from £72,500 to £92,000
2PQE (two years experience) – change from £82,500 to £104,500
3PQE (three years experience) – change from £93,500 to £115,000


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Surviving Health Care Reform
in Colorado
How Premium Tax Credit Subsidies
Can Substantially Lower Your Monthly Premium
The Basics
Colorado households earning less than 400 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL) are eligible for federal assistance in paying for health insurance premiums for plans purchased on the Connect for Health Colorado insurance exchange.
As a certified agent on the Colorado exchange, your ColoHealth Personal Benefits Manager can use your estimated income to assist you in determining your eligibility for an advance premium tax credit—even if you wait until tax time to apply for your premium subsidy; he or she will also help you choose the most beneficial Affordable Care Act (ACA)-qualified plan for you.
2016 Federal Poverty Levels and Premium Subsidy Eligibility
As Outlined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services:
|Household Size
|138% Medicaid-Eligible
|400% Premium Subsidy-Eligible
Note: For families of more than eight persons, add $4,060 for each additional person.
Federal poverty levels vary for Alaska and Hawaii and can be seen here.
What You Will Pay for Premiums Is Based on Your Income
Premiums are capped based on your income level as it compares to the federal poverty level:
|Income Level
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|Up to 133% FPL
|2% of income
|3-4% of income
|4-6.3% of income
|6.3-8.05% of income
|8.05-9.5% of income
|9.5% of income
Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) and Your Taxable Income
Your MAGI directly affects your taxable income and, as a result, the amount you pay for premiums and out-of-pocket expenses on an ACA-qualified health plan can be greatly reduced. You can significantly lower your taxable income when you contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and reduce your health care costs in the process.
A family of four earning $100,000, then, could lower their taxable income to qualify for the 9.5 percent category by funding their HSA with the fully allowable $6,750 per year. This would lower their taxable income to below $94,200, thus qualifying for tax credit to limit premium cost. Use the following link to learn more about using your MAGI to determine your taxable income.
Marriage Rules and Tax Credits
If you are covered as an individually insured employee with a premium that is less than 9.5 percent of your income, it doesn't mean that your family members aren't eligible for tax credits. Depending on family size and income, children may be covered through Medicaid (the Children's Health Insurance Program [CHIP]). The 9.5 percent formula doesn't improve the high costs of family health care, but the IRS doesn't recognize family premiums under the "adequate and affordable" rule.
Married couples who prefer to file taxes separately to lower their tax bills do not qualify for a health insurance premium subsidy. However, if a couple's marital status changes between filing for a subsidy and receipt of the tax credit, they may be able to get reimbursed. Check with your ColoHealth Personal Benefits Manager when applying for tax credits on premiums.
How Cost-Sharing Tax Credits May Save You Even More
Cost-sharing tax credits are available for incomes below 250 percent of the FPL, and are only available on Silver plans. Cost-sharing tax credits lower the amount that you will have to pay in deductibles, copays, and maximum out-of-pocket limits.
Note that these are simply examples of how cost-sharing may affect your coverage; you should consult your ColoHealth Personal Benefits Manager for specifics on how cost-sharing tax credits apply to the specific plan you are considering.
Deductibles can vary, and while out-of-pocket costs cannot exceed what is shown here, they may be lower depending on your plan. For example, not all plans require prescription copays.
Strategies to Spend Less and Save More
Premiums aside, there are other proactive ways to lower your out-of-pocket expenses for copays and deductibles. A Health Savings Account (HSA) can reduce your taxable income as it helps you to build an arsenal of health care dollars to use for a wide variety of qualified expenses.
You can use an HSA to reduce your taxable income enough to receive a better premium tax credit. HSA funds not used by the end of each year can be 'rolled over' from year to year and, ultimately, used at your discretion upon retirement.
How to Apply for Advance Premium Tax Credits
If you believe you qualify for tax credits to help you lower your premium, follow the instructions on our Applying for Advance Premium Tax Credits page.
ColoHealth Personal Benefits Managers are certified by the Connect for Health Colorado health insurance marketplace. Rather than dealing with a different exchange navigator each time you visit the exchange, you can take advantage of our independent, licensed insurance professionals by authorizing your Personal Benefits Manager on the Connect for Health Colorado website. You'll have the same ColoHealth Personal Benefits Manager at your disposal before, during and after the enrollment process each year.
If you want to sign up through the exchange on your own, you still have the right to have us as your representative. This enables us to check into claims issues or billing problems, and to be your advocate should problems arise. Step-by-step instructions for signing up through the Connect for Health Colorado marketplace can be found here.
Simply choose ColoHealth as your authorized agent when creating your profile on the exchange. There's never any charge for our services!
For assistance, call us at (800) 913-6381 or send an email to firstname.lastname@example.com.
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The City of Fulshear is pleased to invite area residents to their annual Christmas Tree Lighting and "Parade of Lights" which will be held in Downtown Fulshear on Saturday, December 1.
The event will kick off at 5:30 pm. with traditional Christmas carols presented by "The Weston Lakes Singers". Mayor Tommy Kuykendall will welcome visitors and guests as well as flip the switch to officially begin the Christmas Season in Fulshear at 6:00 pm.
The Parade of lights will begin at 6:10 pm. and will travel along FM 359 from the Bob Lutz Library through the center of town, leading to the entertainment venue at the intersection of FM 359 and 1st Street across from "The Sweet Tooth Shoppe".
The tree lighting will showcase Fulshear's official Christmas tree which will be the centerpiece for the Christmas Season in Fulshear. The eighteen foot tall tree will be covered with twinkling lights and beautiful ornaments. The tree will remain lit throughout the Christmas Holiday Season.
The highlight of the festivities will be the annual "Parade of Lights" in which community leaders, local groups and individuals decorate and light up their favorite mode of transportation to ring in the Christmas season. The parade will feature Santa himself as he leads the procession riding on a genuine Texas Longhorn "Reign Steer". Public participation in the parade is free, but registration is required.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to hear children's requests and provide a unique photo opportunity. Food and other refreshments will be available. Bring your family and enjoy Holiday Shopping, Face Painting, Kid's Games, a Bounce House, the famous "Rein Steers", a Live Nativity, and much more!
Katy Christian Ministries will host a "Donation Center" to receive new, unwrapped gifts as well as donations to make Christmas brighter for area underprivileged children.
Fort Bend Seniors will raffle off a hand-made quilt with proceeds going to fund group events. Tickets will be available on-site.
The event will crescendo at 8:50 pm. with a special Christmas Season Fireworks Display presented by the City of Fulshear.
Area residents are encouraged to make plans to attend. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors and celebrate the Christmas season in Fulshear. This annual event will be a great opportunity to build family Christmas memories in the fun and family-friendly atmosphere of Downtown Fulshear.
Order of Events:
• 5:30 pm – The Weston Lakes Singers
• 6:00 pm – Mayor Kuykendall Lights the Official Christmas Tree
• 6:05 pm – "Oh Holy Night" performed by Mrs. Waddill
• 6:10 pm – Parade of Lights
• 6:45 pm – Fort Bend Boy's Choir
• 7:15 pm – Keller Dance Studio
• 7:40 pm – Huggins Elementary Choir
• 8:20 pm – Foster Jazz Band
• 8:50 pm – Christmas Fireworks Display
• 9:00 pm – Close
The event is free and open to the public.
Registration forms for the Parade are available at the City's website: www.fulsheartexas.gov.
For additional information, readers may visit the City of Fulshear's official website: http://www.fulsheartexas.gov. Readers may also call Fulshear City Hall at 281-346-1796.
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Dancers will study ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop, yoga, Pilates, repertoire, conditioning, nutrition, and injury prevention. Peachtree Dance Company members are required to attend at least one week of Dance Intensive.
Required attire: leotard, tights, appropriate dance shoes, with hair pulled back in a bun or ponytail. Dancers must bring a snack, sack lunch, and water bottle.


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Shelby Family Loses Equipment And More After Tornado
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In continuing the featured stories on Richland Young Professionals' "10 Under 40" Award Winners, WMFD spoke to Christine Myers.
Authorities at the Richland County Sheriff's Office have released details from a death investigation at a residence on Touby Road.
The Richland County Sheriff's Office announced on Tuesday that the Crestview Schools Board of Education and the Sheriff's Office entered into an agreement to provide a full-time school resource officer to the Crestview School District for the 2019- 2020 school year.


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The 9 1/2" 416 Coil Standard Reversible Pillow Top Everflex Innerspring Mattress is an affordable replacement mattress for Adjustable Beds, yet it features Everflex Bonnell spring technology and a plush pillow top for added comfort. Active Support Technology provides a dynamic response to natural body movement. It reacts intelligently to individual body contours -- adjusting instantly to your sleep movements, comforting and supporting your body actively as you dream. And with the reduced motion transfer, all occupants get a good night's sleep every night. Innerspring Facts:
- Innersprings are the best selling sleep surface in the bedding industry
- Innerspring mattresses dissipate heat approximately 28% better than air or foam surfaces
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Perfect Fit Blinds
Our Perfect Fit Venetian made to measure Blinds are only suitable for windows and doors manufactured from UPVC. They have been designed to fit directly onto the double glazed window without the need for drilling or screwing into the pvc frame. Each made to measure perfect fit blind fits into a frame which is then attached to the window using brackets that slide between the glass and the rubber beading. The frame sits flush up against the window sitting in the gap between the glass and the window frame so there are no gaps down the sides of the blind. By fixing the blind into its own unique frame it enables the blind to move with the windows and doors when opening and closing them. Particuarly useful on tilt and turn windows and sliding patio doors. Perfect fit blinds offer greater privacy, light control and can also save on heating bills by retaining heat in winter. They are the perfect child safe solution for blinds as there are no unsightly cords or controls hanging down.
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The New I Do
A cutting-edge, engaging and provocative workbook designed to help people marry more consciously
The New I Do
A cutting-edge, engaging and provocative workbook designed to help people marry more consciously
Why "The New I Do"?
At a time when half of American marriages end in divorce, more people are opting to cohabit, and headlines ask, "Who Needs Marriage?" it is clear that the institution of marriage as we know it is in trouble.
We're here to shake it up.
We don't think marriage itself is the problem, however; we believe trying to squeeze everyone into a one-size-fits-all, till-death-do-us-part model doesn't always work for who we are and how we live our lives today. But, instead of throwing out marriage altogether, we think it's time for each of us to create the kind of marriage we want. That's why we wrote "The New I Do: Reshaping Marriage for Cynics, Commitaphobes and Connubial DIYers," an engaging, hands-on workbook that gets couples to clarify for themselves their goals, motivations and concerns before they say, "I do," and to use that as a springboard for discussions with their partner.
OK, So What's In It For You?
There has never been a workbook like "The New I Do." That's because when marriage was the only option for couples, there wasn't a need for it.
Let's face it — women and men today have many more options than our parents did. Marriage is no longer the only route to a successful, fulfilling life for everyone (even if it would make your mother very, very happy). Yet every year, 2 million couples still choose to marry. Our goal is to help those couples make their marriage successful.
How? "The New I Do" delves much deeper than traditional premarital counseling, which typically addresses issues like children, finances, handling household chores and communication issues. Those are, without a doubt, essential conversations, but "The New I Do" walks readers through provocative questions that few people ask themselves, questions about love, commitment, monogamy, infidelity, cohabitation, porn, expectations, the impact of technology and much more. It also offers ways to personalize marriage to better fit those who might want to consider something other than the traditional marriage their parents had.
Our Creds
As a child of divorce, Susan Pease Gadoua knows first-hand how disruptive an unhappy marriage and subsequent divorce can be. Susan married for the first time in her 40s to a man who, like her, was in his 40s and hadn't been married before - the complete opposite experience of Vicki Larson. Vicki's not a child of divorce but she has been divorced twice — first in her early 20s and then at midlife, when she was mom to two young boys.
Both have written extensively about marriage and divorce on the Huffington Post, PsychologyToday.com, and elsewhere, and both are passionate about helping couples have the marriage they want.
And we've earned some kudos for our one-on-one work with couples:
"My fiancee and I participated in the program about nine months before our big day. Despite the fact that we'd lived together for several years and talked openly about our commitment, this program gave us a fresh new perspective — a perspective that we feel makes us even readier to take the plunge."
— Brandon & Elizabeth
Why We're On Kickstarter
Basically, we need your help. We are seeking cynics, commitaphobes and connubial DIYers — or just the curious — to help us raise $3,000 to cover a few basic costs needed to see "The New I Do" to fruition, including creative design, editing and proofing, and marketing.
We hope you agree with us that "The New I Do" is a much-needed project, and that you are willing to help us reach our goal. Even if you're not a position to help us financially, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could spread the word by:
— Sharing our Kickstarter page on your favorite social networks, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest Tumblr or just plain ol' email
— Liking us on Facebook
— Following us on Twitter
Risks and challenges
Susan and Vicki are committed to completing the writing in the next month or so. The production process of turning the Word document into book format is one that we will be turning over to an agent to take care of and we will not have control over the timing of completion.Learn about accountability on Kickstarter
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Pneumadyne, Inc. is an ISO 9001:2008 certified manufacturer of pneumatic components and pneumatic control systems. Designed and manufactured in the USA, our directional control valves, fittings, manifolds, air nozzles and custom products are relied upon for fluid control throughout a variety of applications. Pneumadyne serves numerous industries including agriculture, automation, dental, food & beverage, material handling, medical, packaging, printing, semiconductor, transportation and more.
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It's been far too long since I wrote a blog post. It's been busy!
Over the past month there have been some major milestones achieved as we continue to found Plainsong Farm as a ministry.
- We finalized a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Episcopal Diocese of Western Michigan! This sounds esoteric, but it was essential. The MOU lays the groundwork for Plainsong Farm to become a single non-profit ministry (rather than our current structure which has us maintaining two sets of books and a separate entity for the farm). Once we complete this transition, our administrative and financial life will be much simpler – making it possible to focus more fully on ministry. We expect to finish this transition yet this spring.
- We reached a new agreement with Forward Movement to continue the Grow Christians website as a ministry of Forward Movement. Although we partnered with them to launch this ministry, they have provided the majority of the financial support for it from the beginning. With this new agreement, Forward Movement will own Grow Christians, and Nurya will continue to edit it. Plainsong Farm will continue to be credited as a co-founder of this ministry.
- We participated in a national gathering of leaders of food and faith ministries! This was an incredible honor and privilege. Hosted by Wake Forest Divinity School, the Tending the Field gathering sought to map food and faith work being done across the country and to build relationships among leaders. A few conversations were begun there that we hope and pray will bear fruit here in years to come. Here's a photo of the group on our last morning.
While Nurya was on the road, Mike and Bethany have been tending seedlings and getting ready for the CSA season. Spring is here, which means you are invited to
Join the farm as a community supported agriculture shareholder…
Walk or donate to support the farm through the Hunger Walk…
And please, continue to pray for us as we walk with faith into this world of farm ministry development!


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Since Mondays are just the worst, we here at Zap2it
have decided to give your week a much-needed wake-up call with 10 TV
teasers — just to remind you that when the work day is over, your DVR
waits to welcome you home.
This week, our Monday Kickstart
includes scoop on Amber's new love interest on "Parenthood," a messy
situation on "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," and a returning
Original in the upcoming fourth season of "The Vampire Diaries." Plus —
how long will Dean be in "Supernatural" purgatory?
"It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia":
In the Season 8 premiere, the South Philly waste management workers go
on strike — and the garbage just starts piling up. True to form, the
gang decides to take advantage of the situation … and of the rich folks
who are willing to fork over tons of cash to get the trash out of their
lives. Needless to say, hijinks ensue.
"Royal Pains":
Calling all pop stars! Producers are looking for someone with some
musical skills to play the medical anomaly of the week in an upcoming
episode — a pop star who comes across as an outrageous Rihanna-type in
the media, but is actually a quiet girl who prefers a night in to a
Hollywood club. Hank is called to her side when she gets dizzy at a
video shoot.
Parker Posey has a two-part guest arc on the brilliant FX show starting
July 19, and it's a doozy. We're still trying to get our heads around
it all, but suffice to say that Louie may have met his match. She plays a
bookstore worker whom Louie falls for … but their first date turns
into one weird ride. It's not quite "Something Wild," but it's not far
off either.
"The L.A. Complex": Connor's house fire has some unexpected positive consequences. He finds himself in a committed relationship, but that new girlfriend glow won't last long — we're talking 24 hours, max, thanks to a business opportunity that seems ripped directly from the blind gossip pages.
"Breaking Bad":
You may have heard that the new season picks up right where Season 4
left off, and that's true — mostly. But the pre-credits scene in
Sunday's season premiere is from another point in time, and as such it will no doubt have people talking. A lot. We
don't know what it means yet either, but boy are we interested.
"Supernatural" fans will likely get a charge out of the opening sequence
too. And speaking of…
"Supernatural": Dean won't be in Purgatory for long, at least when it
comes to screen time. Like in previous years when Sam or Dean have gone
to hell, they'll be reunited at the beginning of the season and we'll
find out how they spent their time apart later on. We're hearing that
fans shouldn't be wondering when Dean gets out of Purgatory — the real cliffhanger is how he gets out.
It's d�j� vu all over again when the legal drama returns for its fifth
and final season Wednesday, July 11. Just as Ellen Parsons is
re-examining her fianc�'s death, someone else winds up murdered in
a bathtub. And while Patty Hewes isn't exactly boiling any family pets
— yet — she's close to a "Fatal Attraction" obsession with Ellen, her
former prot�g�e.
The Season 3 premiere, aptly titled "3.0," will see Nikita and Michael
heading to Hong Kong to protect some valuable U.S. assets. There,
they'll meet the super-sexy Martin, a Division agent who has been on a
long-term assignment in Hong Kong, posing undercover as a fashion
photographer. However, after Percy died, Martin cut out his tracker and
went rogue.
Let's just say that Amber didn't really learn her lesson about mixing
business with pleasure last season! When she starts working at the
Luncheonette, she meets Nick — a musician who is just her type. One of
her uncles gets a little too much information when Nick's bandmates
gossip about the situation. Awkward.
"The Vampire Diaries":
When Daniel Gillies landed a regular role on NBC's "Saving Hope," we
were worried that we'd seen the last of Elijah — but that's not the
case. Steven R. McQueen revealed
that Gillies took part in a promotional photoshoot for Season 4 this
weekend, so it's safe to assume Elijah is a pretty significant part of
the season. (Plus, we're pretty psyched that this year, the entire cast was involved in the shoot. New Matt Donovan pics, y'all!)


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Yoakim Bélanger (b.1977) is a multi-media artist who lives and works in Montreal. He graduated in graphic design from UQAM school of Montreal. He has directed two short films ('If I can Fly' and 'Ces femmes qui marchent') who have been acclaimed by critics in international film festivals. His artworks are presented by galleries in Canada and in the UK


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One of the final performances of the summer season is the PICNIC POPSSERIES of the Melbourne Community Orchestra. BACH TO BASICS is the theme of the concert being presented at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 8 and 9 in the Melbourne Auditorium at 625 East Hibiscus Blvd.
Six years ago the Orchestra Board decided to do something different, so the Picnic Pops Concerts were created. Lighter music is performed in aninsect-free, rain-safe, non-smoking and air conditioned environment where entire families as well as singles and couples lay back and enjoy their picnic dinners and listen to a program designed to please all tastes. No alcoholic beverages, please.
Conductor Maestro Witold Dobrzynski chose to add several classics to theprogram. They are Gluck's overture to an opera Iphigenia in Aulis and Bach's Double Concerto for Two Violins and String Ensemble in D minor. Performing the Double Concerto are two young ladies brought from Chicago by the Maestro.
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Double Concerto in D Minor ~ J.S. Bach
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Alfie ~ B. Bacharach
MCO President's Message ~ Loretta Vargas-Betancourt
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Night And Day ~ C. Porter
Take Me Home Country Roads ~ J. Denver
Salute To Ol' Blue Eyes ~ J. Moss
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This list of M idioms includes a lot of examples to help you understand the meaning of these expressions. Are you afraid of using idioms? One of my former students told me that idioms actually "MADE her sick." By the end of our lesson I persuaded her that she was "MAKING something out of nothing."
It's just a "MATTER of learning phrases," because you don't have to use idioms a lot in English. "As a MATTER of fact," you just need to understand them when other people use them. "For that MATTER," you can express the same meaning without using idioms.
However, you DO need to understand them.
So here's a list to get you started on some of the most frequently-used M idioms. As you can see, the main word in the idiom starts with the letter "M." (By the way: If you're interested, I've also covered the other letters of the alphabet: click here to go to the main idioms page.)
made for each other: a perfect match; things that go very well together.
make believe: to pretend.
make do: to use the things that you have even though it is not what you want or need.
make for something: to produce a result.
make good on something: to keep a promise; to do what you say you're going to do.
make it: 1) to be successful; 2) to go to an event or place.
make it big: to achieve great success at something; to become famous.
make it up to someone: to do something nice or good to compensate for something you did wrong or failed to do.
make light of something: to consider something as less important or serious than it actually is.
make off with something: to steal something.
make or break something: to cause something to succeed or fail.
make over someone / something (make someone / something over): to improve the way someone or something looks.
make someone sick: to make someone appalled, shocked or disgusted.
make something out of nothing: make something more important or serious than it really is.
make something up (make up something): 1) to create a story or tell a lie about something; 2) to take time to do something you should have done earlier.
make up: to become friendly after an argument or dispute.
make up something: to form part of something or a group.
make up for something: to take the place of something else.
what makes someone tick: the reasons for someone's behavior.
in the making: in progress; in the process of creating something.
of one's own making: something caused by one's own actions.
have all the makings of something: have all the qualities of something that could happen.
a man of few words: a person who does not talk a lot, only when he has something important to say.
a man of his word: a person who is honest and does what he says he will do.
every man for himself: each person does what is best for himself.
man enough (to do something): to be strong or brave enough for something.
fall off the map: to disappear, to no longer be known or considered.
map out something (map something out): to create a detailed plan for something.
put something on the map: to make something famous.
hit the mark: to be correct, to reach a goal or be successful.
leave one's / it's mark (on someone / something): to have a positive effect on something that is memorable.
make one's mark: to be successful and famous doing something.
mark down something (mark something down): to lower the price of something.
mark up something (mark something up): 1) to raise the price of something. 2) to make corrections or changes to a document.
off the mark: not accurate or wrong.
in the market for something: interested in or looking to buying something.
on the market: available to have or purchase.
a marriage made in heaven: a perfect marriage.
a match made in heaven: a perfect match, something that goes perfectly with something else.
meet one's match: to find someone who is equal in ability, skill, etc.
a matter of doing something: something that must be done.
a matter of life and death: something that is very serious and important.
a matter of time: something will eventually happen or become true.
as a matter of fact: actually, in reality, in truth.
for that matter: besides, in addition.
no laughing matter: something that is serious and not a joke.
no matter (what/how): without considering.
max out (max something out): to reach the limit of something.
to the max: to the largest or highest degree of something.
me neither: and I also am not, I also would not.
me, too: and I am also, I would also.
mean well: to have a good or helpful intention.
mean business: to be serious about something.
a means to an end: something that is done to obtain or achieve something else.
beyond one's means: more than one's budget or the amount of money that they have.
by all means: definitely, certainly.
by no means: not in any way.
within one's means: within a person's budget or the amount of money that they have.
in the meantime: at the same time something is happening or during the interval between things that are happening.
for good measure: something added to something else that has already been done.
measure up (to someone / something): to be as good as someone or something else.
meet someone halfway: to compromise with someone by doing half or a good part of what they want.
meet up (with someone): to see someone in person or join someone for an activity.
make ends meet: to have enough money to pay for the basic necessities.
melt away: to disappear or fade away as if it is melting.
money doesn't grow on trees: it requires effort to earn money and it is limited so you must be careful how you spend it.... read more
a money pit: something that costs a lot of money over time (more money than was first expected)... read more
(be) over the moon: to be extremely happy or pleased... read more
foam at the mouth: to be extremely angry... read more
straight from the horse's mouth: directly from the person who knows the most about the matter; someone who knows the facts... read more
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You can also find many idiom definitions by using one of the online learner's dictionaries.
Although I mentioned above that understanding idioms is the most important thing for English learners, it's easiest to check your understanding by writing some practice sentences of your own. This will make sure you truly understand the meaning. Idioms are tricky.
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If the first movie with pirates was a real situation look at this :
Pirates attack
I am so proud of this movie and you will see why. Panic and fear in the souls of sailors from the vessel is very high and they fight against pirates and defeat them. All respect for them. I want to say that the only weapons on the ship are water cannons.
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After pouring hardener, the paint in use should be completely used. When the available life is past, the paint may harden inside the pot or it may clog the nozzle or hose. Even during a rest, the paint should be used so that no residuel paint is leftover; brushes and rollers should be washed roughly in thinner and then dipped in it. No problem is expected at any temperature if painting is carried out with one hour.
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When this type of paint is applied over a synthetic resin paint coat, the undercoat may be dissolved. However, if the undercoat is more than 3 months old, there is no such possibility
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I have been accused of being prudish in my reading tastes (Ford Maddox Ford, D.H. Lawrence, Edith Wharton), so I rigorously schedule pop lit du jour (Never Let Me Go, The Road, Middlesex, Gone Girl, Game of Thrones) in between classics (Don Quixote, La Reine Margot, Cherí, East of Eden), so that my repelling inner nerd can successfully relate to people at a party. I regard reading as my totem, my manna, my whatever-you-want-to-call-it serious business.
It would stand to reason then, that in my most recent predicament of being in my late 30s; two young kids, post-brutal divorce, terrified and cut loose from the middleclass life that kept my world in order, I would be turning to my trusty alter for a little guidance. But in regards to reading, to my dismay, I felt nothing.
Here I was, desperately in need of support, reassurance, revelation, diversion –-help of every kind -- the province of books! – and I couldn't get past the first chapter, sometimes the first few lines, of anything. Book after book I would set upon in desperate earnest, only to have the sentences turn to smudge on a page and I knew the book and I would go no further. There would be no journey.
Friends tried. Lent me lovingly tattered paperbacks, droned on in car rides about their fave this or that, sent me links to lists and shared topical reads on social media. Still nothing. Only resentment and frustration.
I had all but given up, resigned to the possibility of a new philistine me, when a girlfriend invited me to a book launch where I ran into an old acquaintance and his two colleagues from Kobo.
Books being the topic at hand, I found myself floodgates-busted-open, emotionally confessing my reading woes to the plotting trio.
They've heard this before: Reader's Block. It's a thing. And they would be darned if I wasn't their next success story. I must admit the stars had aligned in their favour in a near unseemly fashion – I was reticent, disheartened and set to go on a European vacation. If this didn't scream get this girl a top-of-the-line portable reading device with a custom-edited list of titles, then they were in the wrong business.
But they are most definitely in the right business, because in their delight at the challenge my situation presented, a competition ensued. For my departure I was outfitted with a brand new Kobo reader, complete with a list of titles chosen by my three Kobo alchemists:
The Razor's Edge by W Somerset Maugham
All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doer
Random Family by Adrian Nicole LeBlanc
Shot in the Heart by Mikal Gilmore
Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel
Of Human Bondage by W Somerset Maugham
H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald
All the Pretty Horses by Cormac McCarthy
It wouldn't be revealed which title was chosen by whom until after my vacation, when I was to report which title broke the spell and had me back in my reading groove.
I admit that I had a Kobo once, but I lost it, and out of sheer ineptitude to replace it I started using the Kobo app on my smartphone, a habit I recently had to curb because the light, even in night mode, was contributing to my plaguing insomnia.
So how did I fare? My puppet masters really didn't get the game they were hoping for because it would seem I broke on the first try: All the Light We Cannot See. Took it down in a week. A triumph -- a quiet work of modern, lyrical genius that unfolded like a dignified rose, with not a word out of place. I learned a little war history, I shed a little tear, I felt pleased to have given my time to such a talented writer, and many of my friends had read it so on we waxed in self-satisfaction!
Bravo, whomever of my three Koboists had chosen it, because boy was it ever my jam.
Perhaps it was the combination of the Tuscan sun, being without my children for the first time in a long time and surrounded by old friends that cured my imagination. Or maybe it was the surprisingly scintillating ritual of pulling out a brand new, shiny convenience product containing a literary treasure trove wherever and whenever I wanted, like in the sun – it's great in the sun – by the pool (where a smartphone really should not go, especially in my hands), before afternoon naps and in the pitch blackness of the Italian countryside (in a sleep-friendly orange glow!)
Perhaps it was both, and perhaps my Koboists knew it would be so and deftly seized the opportunity, but I am cured indeed. I am now three months back from my European vacation, and though my Kobo travels regularly between my purse and my bedside (the batteries last forever), it may surprise you to know that currently I am reading a physical hardcover: The Human Stain by Philip Roth. My father finished it at the cottage and I happened to pick it up…and can't put it down. And it feels glorious.
*Postscript, from the Koboists: Read. That is all. Print, or "physical", sure. Bring your Kobo along so you have something for the commute, or the wait. Something for the direct sunshine or the need to quell the light at night. Just read.
PSS: If you are suffering Reader's Block, let us know at firstname.lastname@example.com. We'll offer our best recommendations to get you through it.


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NatureQuest at Fernbank Museum wins Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement: Museum Exhibit
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About the Thea Award: The Theas reward excellence in the creation of compelling educational, historical and entertainment projects. The Themed Entertainment Association's prestigeous Thea Awards reinforce the value of experience design and themed entertainment approaches to engage people worldwide.
Comments from the Thea Awards Committee: This modestly scaled and budgeted attraction ($8 million) is exceptionally well-themed and seamlessly integrates entertainment technology into a highly educational and interactive environment. Scientific content is artfully embedded into various aspects of the exhibit such that the interactions with elements are very intuitive and interesting for its young audience (for example the fish in the river which are regionally accurate dart away or swim up for a look as the children wade through, night vision viewers allow visitors to look at nocturnal animals moving about the swamp area). There are over 50 interactive elements in the exhibit. The scenery and lighting are welldesigned to create a sense of wonder and discovery and many of the exhibits can be easily rotated with additional content provided by the designers.
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Lit Flicks Challenge Begins
It's finally time to start the Lit Flicks Challenge! If you're still not clear what this challenge is, you should read this blog more frequently, and read the rules and regulations here.
To be entered in the drawing for the giveaway this month, there are a couple things you can do, each of which will give you an entry. First you should go to the Lit Flicks Challenge page, and sign up under the first Mr. Linky where you'll link to the post where you list which films/books you'll be reviewing (remember this list can change at any time). Second, you can sign up for the co-challenge at The Bluestockings book review blog. Third, you can complete the movie and book themed meme at the end of this blog, and post a comment here linking back to your version of it. Additionally, any posts of a reviewed book or film throughout the month will give you an additional entry (meaning you're not limited to just 5 reviews). Remember, you're probably watching movies and reading books anyway, why not write about them and get prizes?
Since I have yet to post my list, and since I'm doing my own and Jessica's challenge, here is my list of five books and five movies I'll be reviewing over the next few months (click on the title to take you to the film's trailer on YouTube if it exists):
1. The Road – The novel is written by Cormac McCarthy, and the upcoming film is directed by John Hillcoat
2. Blindness – Written by Jose Saramago/directed by Fernando Meirelles
3. Little Children – Written by Tom Perrotta/directed by Todd Field
4. Choke – Written by Chuck Palahnuik/directed by Clark Gregg
5. A Mighty Heart – Written by Mariane Pearl/directed by John Orloff
Remember to place a link to your list on the official Lit Flicks Challenge page.
Now to start things off, here's a great meme you should all fill out:
Are you more likely to see a movie if it's based on a book?
- If the film is based on a well reviewed book from a well reviewed author (like Cormac McCarthy, or Ian McEwan), then I'm more likely to see the movie. If the film is based on something written by John Grisham…that's a different story.
Do you prefer to read the book first or see the movie first?
- I am usually disappointed by a movie if I see it after I've read the book (i.e. The Harry Potter oeuvre).
List one movie that was better than the book it's based on, and one book that is better than the movie.
- Fight Club had a much tighter and more entertaining ending than the ending to Palahniuk's Novel. And, while I like to keep the Harry Potter references to a minimum on this blog, the first four movies (yes, those were movies, not films) were a pale, watered-down version of the original stories.
By what factors are you most likely to pick what films you see: the director, cast, writer, critics, trailer?
- Directors are a huge factor in my decision making process, but more important than them even, is the critics. Without rottentomatoes.com, I wouldn't know what to do.
What directors/actors/writers/critics influence you the most?
- Rollingstone critic Peter Travers and I rarely disagree on film, I take his word as bond and will pretty much see anything he recommends. The list of directors whom I deem important is a very long one, so I won't list it here.
What film do you love so much you just want to rub it all over you?
- Right now, I'm pretty damn excited about Tell No One. I really do want to rub it all over me (see the review below).
Well, that's it for the kick off of the Lit Flicks Challenge. Be sure to link to your reviews and participating posts on the Lit Flicks Page! (And feel free to steal the button for your own blog.)


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Home to author Sean McLachlan and the House Divided series of Civil War horror novels. A Fine Likeness, the first in the series, is available now. This blog is dedicated to the Trans-Mississippi Civil War and historical fiction, and occasionally veers off into adventure travel when I go somewhere interesting.
Looking for more from Sean McLachlan? He also hangs out on the Midlist Writer blog, where he talks about writing, adventure travel, caving, and everything else he gets up to. He also reproduces all the posts from Civil War Horror, so drop on by!
Friday, February 28, 2014
Military History Photo Friday: Senegalese Troops in World War One
To keep with the African theme, here's a photo of the Tirailleurs Sénégalais in World War One. What is now Senegal was a French colony during the war and like many other colonies they sent troops. Senegalese fought with distinction throughout the war on both the Western Front and the Dardanelles.
Recruits also came from Morocco, Indochina, and other colonies. More than 72,000 colonial soldiers died during the war.
Below is a closeup of the middle two guys with their flag commemorating some of the battles they fought in. You can see they've earned some medals too.
Photo courtesy Wikimedia Commons.
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Stranger Things Season 2: The Horror News Network Review
Netflix's wildly popular second season of Stranger Things is finally upon us! Just like the early franchises of the 80s from which it draws its inspiration, the sequel was bound to draw comparisons to its breakout first season. Just like how no one can watch Ghostbusters II without preconceived expectations based on the incredible success of its predecessor, Stranger Things 2 will undoubtedly be judged by what it does with the characters, monsters, set pieces, and motifs it established to such critical acclaim in 2016. The filmmakers seem aware of the blessings and curses of a sequel, cleverly titling the second season "Stranger Things 2" like a proper sequel as opposed to the continuation of a television series.


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