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Category Archives: Contextualizing
Critiquing the Missional Movement
Now that all the Sovereign Grace Ministries messages are free, I'm slowly feasting message-by-message in a long and delicious buffet of audio. Today I finally arrived at Dave Harvey's message from the SGM Leadership Conference this Spring (at the time, I was on the other side of the wall listening to Dever speak on his annual reading schedule).
Harvey, the author of the excellent book When Sinners Say I Do: Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage (Shepherd's Press: 2007), is also an expert church planter and apostolic leader within SGF. This Spring in his session "Watch Your Mission: To Be, or Not to Be, 'Missional,'" he assessed the strengths and weakness of the missional movement. In part, he argues the MM muddies the Cross-centered focus of the Church and misunderstands the apostolic context of the Great Commission.
Here's the heart of his outline:
1. What are the Strengths of Missional Churches?
A. Missional Churches Have a Commendable Passion for Evangelism.
B. Missional Churches Have a Laudable Commitment to Engaging Culture.
C. Missional Churches Have a Profitable Impulse for Reexamining Church Tradition.
D. They Also Possess an Admirable Devotion to Social Impact.
2. What are the Weaknesses of Missional Churches?
A. Missional Churches Tend to Be Mission-Centered Rather Than Gospel-Centered.
B. Missional Churches Tend to Have a Reductionistic Ecclesiology.
C. Missional Churches Tend to Confuse Culture Engagement with Cultural Immersion.
D. Missional Churches Tend to Downplay the Institutional and Organizational Nature of the Church.
E. Missional Churches Tend to Have an Insufficient Understanding of Apostolic Ministry.
Free: Get the full outline here and the mp3 audio here.
Update: It should be noted SGM believes in a continuing apostolic gift: "present-day apostles plant and build local churches for the sanctification of the believer, the expansion of the mission, and the exaltation of God." For more on why they use the term, what it means and does not mean, see the SGM booklet by Harvey titled Polity: Serving and Leading the Local Church (2004), pages 17-26, 49-50.
The Puritans: A Sourcebook of their Writings by Perry Miller
Puritan fashion is hot! No kidding. A top designer recently announced the resurgence of the Puritan doily! Yes, that white thing around Richard Sibbes' neck is coming back. [Once for a college video project to portray John Winthrop I cut a neck hole in a table doily. Yes, there are pictures of me sportin' the thing. No, you'll never see them.]
There is more to the Puritans than hip doily fashion. So who were they? This question receives a great deal of answers but one book relinquishes definition of Puritan culture to the words of the Puritans. The book is titled The Puritans: A Sourcebook of their Writings (Dover: 2001) edited by Perry Miller and Thomas H. Johnson.
Perry Miller (1905-1963) was a professor at Harvard and is remembered as a fine Puritan scholar and winner of the Pulitzer Prize.
Narrowed specifically on the American Puritans, this 1,000 book is loaded with original source writings and helpful introductions covering the true Puritan in their manners, customs, behaviors, poetry and their thoughts on art, education, politiks and science. It provides a fascinating background in the search to understand true Puritan culture.
Here are a few choice cuts from the intro:
"Without some understanding of Puritanism, it may be safely said, there is no understanding of America … In the mood of revolt against the ideals of previous generations which has swept over our period, Puritanism has become a shining target for many sorts of marksmen. Confusion becomes worse confounded if we attempt to correlate modern usages with anything that can be proved pertinent to the original Puritans themselves. To seek no further, it was the habit of proponents for the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment during the 1920's to dub Prohibitionists 'Puritans,' and the cartoonists made the nation familiar with an image of the Puritan: a gaunt, lank-haired kill-joy, wearing a black steeple hat and compounding for sins he was inclined to by damning those to which he had no mind. Yet any acquaintance with the Puritans of the seventeenth century will reveal at once, not only that they did not wear such hats, but also that they attired themselves in all the hues of the rainbow, and furthermore that in their daily life they imbibed what seem to us prodigious quantities of alcoholic beverages, with never the slightest inkling that they were doing anything sinful. … if first of all we wish to take Puritan culture as a whole, we shall find, let us say, that about ninety per cent of the intellectual life, scientific knowledge, morality, manners and customs, notions and prejudices, was that of all Englishmen … They were not unique or extreme in thinking that religion was the primary and all-engrossing business of man, or that all human though and action should tend to the glory of God."
This book is not Cross-centered but very useful in illustrating the Puritan Cross-centered spirituality existed within a cultural sensitivity to art, politiks, education, science and the world around them. Very useful to confront the caricature that the Puritans were dry, culturally withdrawn and excessive zealots.
Distressed by Culture
"While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was greatly distressed to see that the city was full of idols." (Acts 17:16, NIV)
"His spirit was troubled and yet just a few verses later he walks into the Areopagus and proclaims the Gospel using the culture from which he came into and from which he was troubled. I think we need to have a troubled relationship with culture. It doesn't mean – that because cultural relevance matters – that we just adapt culture without forethought or discernment. I think culture should disturb us. And the problem is that for many of us is that we are only disturbed by other people's culture. I think there is part of our culture that should disturb us. There are sins and idols and hindrances and strongholds in our culture that ought to deeply concern us. So Paul's spirit was troubled within him when he saw the city was full of idols … [But] context matters. The how of ministry is frequently determined by the who, and the when, and the where of ministry … If you are going to get the culture then part of the culture needs to trouble you. I'm concerned that for many right now in some emerging church circles that they are more troubled by the Gospel than they are by their culture. Brothers and sisters, I think we need to get troubled by the culture and rely on the Gospel."
- Ed Stetzer, from the third session of The Resurgence conference titled Breaking the Missional Code.
Reaching our cities with the Gospel
I think most pastors would admit that our churches can improve when it comes to reaching our community. Some of the most community-centered and creative ideas I see originate from the Acts 29 Network. Here in my home city of Omaha, NE the Acts 29 network planted a church East of 108th street, where Gospel-centered churches are quite rare (Core Community Church). Core ministers to the unfortunate, homeless and those wanting to learn English. They are doing tremendous work in the Eastern half of Omaha often neglected.
Recently I came across another impressive Acts 29 church: Oikos Fellowship in Washington. The church is producing an excellent monthly magazine for the lost of their city. As you will see the magazine is a creative way to gauge the local thoughts about Christianity and communicate the message culture needs (like Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God). The magazine also highlights local ministries. It appears all their writings, photos and graphics originated from their own people, too. You can download the August magazine here.
In a church culture often centered around programs for Christians, this ministry philosophy goes a long way, I think, in pressing the church from its comfortable weekly activities out and into the community.
Anyways, grace-centered props to Oikos Fellowship.
Contending, Contextualizing and the DaVinci Code
The following quotes from Ed Stetzer come from the third session of The Resurgence conference titled Breaking the Missional Code. He mentioned the first two passages and concepts to set the stage for the following:
1. Contending for the faith (Jude 3)
"Beloved, although I was very eager to write to you about our common salvation, I found it necessary to write appealing to you to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints."
2. Contextualizing culture (1 Cor. 9:22-23)
"To the weak I became weak, that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some. I do it all for the sake of the gospel, that I may share with them in its blessings."
This is what he said about them together:
"If we are going to be biblical churches we've got to contend and contextualize at the same time and know that both deeply matter … Many churches contend, contend, contend but they never get to contextualization. And I caution for many of us – particularly predominate among those of us who are church planters – we want to contextualize, contextualize, contextualize and we forget to contend. We've got to contend and contextualize if biblical churches are to be birthed and grown in culture."
Then an example of contextualizing with the DaVinci Code:
"Here is the question we asked 1,200 Americans: After reading or hearing about the DaVinci Code are you more or less likely to seek the truth by studying the Bible? Forty-four percent (44%) said they are more likely to seek the truth through studying the Bible. Do I want this false heretical expression? Of course I don't. But do I recognize that God is already at work and what we need to do is acknowledge the positive – and yes, rebuke the negative – but at the same time see that God is already at work and join Him there by asking people to join in studying the Bible together to see what it says? Instead of picketing and protesting [the movie] many are seeing this as an opportunity to engage in missional ministry in context."


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City councilors are expected to make a decision on changing the name of Brady Street, tonight. The issue surrounds Tate Brady for whom the street is named and his alleged racism in early Tulsa.
But now we are learning that city councilors could consider another solution, that city councilors could be mapping out totally new plan. City councilors postponed last weeks vote to change the Brady Street name. They were tied and needed absent councilor Phil Lakin to cast a decisive vote.
Lakin explained he will push for an alternative, tonight. City councilors are split on the name change and so are Tulsans, about changing it back to the original consideration, of Burlington.
Lakin says changing the name or not, will not satisfy everyone. "I think in the end, you won't see a vote up or down on Brady or Burlington. I think you will see something different that expands that idea a little bit," said Lakin.
Jack Henderson says he will make a motion to vote, and see where it goes from there. "The only solution that I am going to settle for is we either change the name or we don't," he explained.
City councilors will consider all directions this would go. And they could vote on a solution tonight.
Evangelist Franklin Graham prayed on a sidewalk outside the Pentagon Thursday after his invitation to a prayer service inside was withdrawn because of comments that insulted people of other religions. More>>

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"Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor?"
The immortal words of Bluto Blutarsky ring true tonight. I look around at my fellow Timberwolves fans and see sorrow and despair, frustration and resignation. People who have been so battered by years of bad luck that they are ready to give up on this season. Even as I write, eyes are turning to the 2013 draft.
I say don't give in. Chin up. Remain calm. Stiff upper lip. It ain't over until Mama Cass sings.
We just played three games in Texas and now Houston is about to pay a visit to Target Center. My request - nay, my challenge - to you, my brave band of brothers, is to share a song that never fails to lift your spirits.
Music is amazing; it's my favorite mood altering substance. The funny thing is, a sad song can make you feel better, and so can a happy song. The former as catharsis, the latter as fuel for hope. We've had terrific blues links from Dogpile and others. Now let's flip the record and share some good cheer.
"The sun will come out tomorrow." "Each time I find myself flat on my face, I pick myself up and get back in the race." "Don't worry, be happy." "Yeah, there's better days shining through."
Yes, being fatalistic and dark is cool. Optimism can be fool's gold. But in this thread, you don't have to be hip. Be happy.
You can try following the advice of this Minnesota band:
McCartney concurs:
Wet Willie makes it three:
A cover version of this song was featured in a movie made by two brothers from St. Louis Park:
Finally, a true classic. Chaplin wrote it, Nat sang it:
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CNN to Make Presidential Debate Footage Available without Restrictions As previously announced, CNN will team up with Hearst-Argyle's WMUR-TV and the New Hampshire Union Leader to host two presidential debates to be held in America's first primary state. The debate featuring Democratic candidates will be held on Sunday, June 3, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the Republican debate will be held on Tuesday, June 5, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Due to the historical nature of presidential debates and the significance of these forums to the American public, CNN believes strongly that the debates should be accessible to the public. The candidates need to be held accountable for what they say throughout the election process. The presidential debates are an integral part of our system of government, in which the American people have the opportunity to make informed choices about who will serve them. Therefore, CNN debate coverage will be made available without restrictions at the conclusion of each live debate. We believe this is good for the country and good for the electoral process. This decision will apply to all of CNN's presidential debates, beginning with the upcoming New Hampshire debates in June.(via Slashdot) Separately, I just noticed that when John Edwards called on the networks to do just this, he didn't call on one network: FoxNews. That's not an oversight. It's a coy slap on Fox, whom various Democrats are trying to boycott in debate season. Hmmm. It's hard to call for open debates and then close out one of the networks and its audience, isn't it? I have asked FoxNews what their policy will be regarding rights of whatever debates they do hold.
2 Responses to "First victory: CNN frees the debates"
May 6th, 2007 at 4:26 pm
This effort is a pointless waste of time. I've already made two videos using MSNBC's copyrighted audio portion, safely knowing that my use was fair use.
"Freeing" the "debates" also makes no sense if the "debates" are like the recent GOP "debate", with pointless puffball questions.
I doubt whether many of the partisan hacks who signed on to the petition would support a call to make sure that difficult questions are asked of both sides at the debates. They wouldn't want the other side to be asked difficult questions for fear that those would be asked of their side. That goes quadruple for immigration-related questions.
Continuing with the frankness, I note that the pace of prezconference-tagged videos has slowed. And, the recent Youtube interview with McCain is a waste of time; they failed to ask any tough questions.
I've seen a few articles saying that candidates are asked toughies on the trail, but no reporter tells us what the questions were, and those who ask them don't seem to have promoted the answers.
There really needs to be someone else besides me trying to have politicians asked the questions they should be asked.
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Staff Writer
U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry has announced the submission deadlines for the 2014 Congressional Art Contest.
According to a press release sent Tuesday, the Congressional Art Contest began in 1982. Since then, more than 650,000 high school students nationwide have participated in the event enabling young visual artists to showcase their creative talent. Accepted mediums for the two-dimensional artwork include paintings, drawings, collages, prints, mixed media, computer generated art and photographs. All entries will be judged by a panel.
This year's theme is "An Artistic Discovery," and the winning artwork from each Congressional District will be prominently displayed in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The "Grand Prize" winner will also receive two round-trip tickets to Washington, D.C. to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony. He or she will also be eligible for a scholarship to the Savannah College of Art and Design.
"Last year, we received a tremendous level of interest from local students, and I hope this year is even better," McHenry said. "It is always a pleasure to meet with the 10th District's winning artist and see their work on display whenever I walk to the House floor for votes."
Those interested in more information about the Congressional Art Contest should visit mchenry.house.gov.
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Paul Bernardo & Karla Homolka
The Second Murder?
Paul deprived of his eccentric entertainment was prone to ill humor. This simply would not do. Karla, the ever-dutiful wife, called Jane back into service. But Jane was far from the ideal sex slave. First of all, the girl upset them both by refusing to let Paul have intercourse with her (Jane thought she was still a virgin). Oral sex was all she would agree to. Then she told her riding instructor about Paul and the instructor told Jane's mother. The result was that Paul and Karla had less opportunity to enjoy themselves with Jane. One night, things got out of hand again with the halothane and Jane stopped breathing for awhile. This scared the daylights out of Paul and Karla.
Not only that, Paul was becoming annoyed with his new wife. He questioned her competence with the halothane. Karla was frantic. She had to do something to put some new romance back into their relationship.
For a while, another willing girl satisfied their needs, but eventually she moved back to Youngstown, Ohio, and the Bernardos were bereft once again for entertainment. This always created tensions in their marriage tensions that were unbearable to Karla.
November 30, 1991, pretty and vivacious 14-year-old Terri Anderson disappeared. Six months later she was found in the water at Port Dalhousie. The medical examiner saw no evidence of foul play, despite the difficulties of determining such factors in a body that had been in the water for six months. The coroner ruled that her death was by drowning, probably as a result of drinking beer and taking LSD.
The coroner's ruling was controversial in light of what had happened to Leslie Mahaffy. Whether or not the attractive youngster was another of Karla and Paul's victims is still not certain.


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Following India's move to allow investments from the neighbouring country, Pakistan's central bank has allowed two banks to open branches in India as part of efforts to normalise economic and trade relations between the two countries.
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Yasin Anwar told the media that National Bank of Pakistan and United Bank Ltd had been given the "green signal" to operate in India.
Anwar's remarks came in the wake of India's decision to allow investments by Pakistanis in all sectors except Defence, space and atomic energy.
He said the Reserve Bank of India had been informed of SBP's decision of allowing the Pakistani banks to explore opportunities in India.
In a major decision, India on Wednesday allowed investment from Pakistan paving the way for Islamabad to normalise bilateral economic ties by implementing much-delayed Most Favoured Nation status for New Delhi.
India's move to allow Pakistani investments has been welcomed by businessmen on both sides of the border.
Earlier this year, Pakistan switched over to a negative list regime for trade with India, paving the way for giving the Most Favoured Nation-status to the neighbouring country.
However, recent reports have indicated that Pakistan has decided to link progress in normalising trade relations to the resolution of other issues, like the Kashmir issue and the Sir Creek border dispute.
Trade between India and Pakistan is worth a little more than $2 billion dollars and the two sides have agreed to increase it to $6 billion dollars by 2014.


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With the win, the Tigers avenged an earlier 68-46 loss to the Panthers and snapped a three-game losing streak.
However, the game was filled with twists and turns as Georgia State used a 14-0 run at the end of the first half to take a 35-24 lead at intermission.
But, the Tigers took the wind of the Panthers' sails by scoring 13 of the first 15 points of the second half. Towson's fast start tied the game at 37-37 with 15:53 remaining and set the stage for a wild finish.
One of five Tigers to score in double figures,
After sophomore Jarrel Smith made one of two free throws with 2:16 left, sophomore Brian Morris gave the Tigers a 78-70 edge with 1:56 remaining.
A fast break slam dunk by Junior Hairston with 19 seconds left provided the finishing touches on
"Every win is an important one for us," said Coach Pat Kennedy. "We had to make a comeback tonight and it was great to do that at home. We used a lot of players and that may have helped us in the end. When we got into the overtime, we appeared to be stronger because we used our bench so much."
The Tigers appeared to have won the game in regulation when they went on a 7-0 run to grab a 65-58 lead with 2:39 remaining. A three-pointer by
However, the Panthers came from behind to send the game into overtime. With 1:40 left, junior Kevin Lott was fouled on a three-pointer and made all three foul shots to pull
With 59 seconds left, Brewster upped the Tiger lead to 67-64 by making one of two free throws. However, junior guard Joe Dukes connected on a difficult three-point basket with 7.1 seconds left. His three-pointer tied the game at 67-67, the sixth and final tie of the game.
Smith, who didn't score his first points until there were 9:32 left in regulation, led the Tigers with 18 points, hitting all six of his shots from the floor. He also nailed a three-pointer and made five of seven free throw attempts.
"Obviously, I've been in a slump," said Smith. "Coach got on me at halftime because I didn't take any shots. In the second half, I wanted to take a shot even if it was a bad one – just to get going."
The Tigers, who were held to 27.1 per cent shooting in their first game against the Panthers, shot a seasonal high 55.1 per cent against
Hairston added 14 points with seven rebounds and two blocked shots while
Goldston led the Panthers with 25 points as he hit 10 of 17 shots from the floor, including 5 of 9 three-pointers.


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Archive for November, 2011
Marion's Flea Fashion Redux
The Flea makes shopping a breeze.
Gift Guide Galore
Perfect presents, according to everyone.
Jessica's Flea-I.Y.: Apotheke
How to make your own soap!
Finders Keepers
Back indoors and on the prowl.
Jessica's Flea-I.Y.: Make Soap
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Flea Photos
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Scavenger Hunt—Nov. 26+27
Winter accessories to make you cock of the walk.
Welcome to One Hanson!
What's new and exciting at the market this winter.
Featured Vendor—Jarontiques
"I live for antiques."
Yelp Shops Local
Shopping small and local this holiday season.


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North Korea has installed the first stage of a long-range rocket it plans to launch this month in position, defying growing international calls to cancel the mission, a report said Monday, Dec. 3, 2012.
The first stage has been placed in position at the North's Sohae satellite launch station, a South Korean government source told Yonhap news agency. The source said it was expected to take three or four days for North Korea to erect all three stages.
North Korea insists it is a purely "peaceful, scientific" mission aimed at placing a polar-orbiting earth observation satellite in orbit.


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I just received a valuable lesson on self-worth from a surprising source: My accountant. It wasn't intentional—she was simply talking about savings, interest and expenses as she went through my neatly organized documents. I just happened to find deeper meaning in her words.
Her advice: Don't spend more than you have.
My interpretation: Good boundaries are imperative—never give more help or attention than you are willing to receive.
Her advice: Budget. Know where your money is going.
My interpretation: Be mindful of how you spend your time. Always have the basics—like sleep, exercise and rest—"budgeted" for, and prioritize whatever else is important to you, like travel, self-improvement, socializing or a day at the spa.
Her advice: Allocate and diversify your assets.
My interpretation: Don't base all your self-worth on one person, skill or quality. If this "stock" performs poorly, you're broke. A better option: Diversify your relationships, skills and qualities.
Her advice: Don't be afraid to make changes. If a stock no longer performs well or you decide to become more or less aggressive, you can sell and invest in a different stock.
My interpretation: Embrace change. Be open to learning from your life and allow yourself to let go of "old ways" when they no longer serve you.
Her advice: Don't worry about dips and losses. They're totally normal.
My interpretation: You do not lose value every time you fail, stumble or make a mistake. It's not about perfection—it's about overall performance over time.
As you survive tax season and look toward next year, consider investing in your self-worth—not just your net worth. What investment would you like to make in your self-worth?Pin It
About Angela Taylor
Angela is a Los-Angeles-based licensed psychotherapist and certified personal trainer who's busy living her best life. Angela grew up with a respect for the powerful influence of food and weight on one's physical and emotional well-being. As an adult, she has balanced the seriousness of food, weight and psychotherapy with the playfulness of connecting with your "soul" or "creative self." Her goal in working with individuals struggling with their weight and eating or exercise disorders is to find balance and joy—to not only obtain your ideal body and fitness level, but to live your best life, filled with activities you enjoy and people you love. In addition to running a therapy practice and healing space, where women can use dance, music and meditation to relax, Angela has written numerous articles and currently has her own blog.


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Changhua Wu: The Clean Revolution in China
Changhua Wu is the Greater China Director of The Climate Group. As an analyst focusing on China's environment and development policies, Changhua Wu was also a member of the former British Prime Minister Tony Blair's Expert and Advisory Group and brainstormed for proposals for the Accord in 2009 Global Climate Change Copenhagen Summit.
In her Blog, Changhua will be commenting on Chinese climate policy and the growth of clean technologies; in short, sharing China's own Clean Revolution.
Translated by: Wen Hao, Echo, Ge Xin, Sofia Li-Hsin Lee and Fang Zuo.
The world in the eyes of China and China in the eyes of the world
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- 27 January 2012
With increasing levels of globalization, the connection between China and the world has never been closer, so China needs to seize this new opportunity. China and the world need transformation, making 2012 a year of reform in the 21st century.
2012: set up an ideal, a dream, and a plan for movements
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- 05 January 2012
As our fears of 'doomsday 2012' faded, the year sneaked in without being noticed - and I pray and hope wholeheartedly this year will be for the better, and that it is remembered for much more positive reasons!
Christmas, 2011: Reviewing the year
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- 24 December 2011
As my team heads off to celebrate the festive holidays I take a look back over 2011, and despite the difficult international political progress, some inspiring trends are happening in some countries, regions and industries.
Moving on from COP17 and global crisis
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- 15 December 2011
The year of 2011 has passed swiftly; Durban's COP17 ended only a short while after the introduction of China's 12th Five Year Plan. But why is this international process so difficult? Moving beyond worldwide recession to countries' competition, let's also look ahead to 2012.
Durban: arduous journey, pleasant result
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- 11 December 2011
Well, today is the 14th day since the Durban negotiation began. The negotiation should have ended last Friday, according to the original plan. However, extension seems to have become the convention of international climate negotiations - delay is inevitable by at least one day. And this year at Durban, there is no exception.
Creating the "fifth-generation new town"
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- 21 November 2011
My article on Sina Environment's dialogue with the Party Secretary of Kashgar, and developing Kashgar as a "fifth-generation new town".
Our low carbon tour of Chinas cities
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- 14 November 2011
The Climate Group Released the Report on "Low-carbon Tour of China's Cities" in Beijing Yesterday. Here's my summary and a short analysis of this critical report.
Kashgar path: the core of development must be sustainable
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- 11 November 2011
The Special Economic Zone status granted to Kashgar by the State means that Kashgar will assume the important task of developing the western region of China and exploring a development path for less-developed regions to catch up with and even surpass the advanced.
Finance strategy, boosting low carbon China.
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- 07 November 2011
The Climate Group released its fourth China's Clean Revolution annual report, Financing China's Low Carbon Growth on November 7, 2011, in Beijing.
Innovation, sustainability, win-win and a great leap: core strategies for take-off of Kashgar
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- 08 October 2011
The China Sate Council Promulgated Policies to Bolster the Construction of Economic Development Zone in Kashgar.


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Welcome to the Davidson County Social Studies website. We have resources for World History, Civics and Economics, and U.S. History that are hopefully helpful to students, teachers, and parents.
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Start your week with a heaping helping of greens.
- Biodegradable plastics may not litter the ocean or land, but they do contribute to climate change. (EcoGeek)
- Batteries will convert formerly wasted energy into subway-moving power. (Green)
- Skipping showers: the green thing to do, or just plain gross? (Grist)
- Check out these animals' amazing acoustic feats. (Wired)
- Rocky Mountain snowpack is on the decline. (Treehugger)
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Live stream for Seattle U Holiday Hoops Classic Day 1
Today's Gonzaga - Notre Dame game is expected to be a good one. How good? Tulsa Shock coach Nolan Richardson has a seat reserved down the aisle from Jayda Evans and I. Click the link above for a live stream and click here for a preview of the entire two day tournament which includes host Seattle U and Loyola Marymount. For a summary of Notre Dame's 70-61 win over Gonzaga, see the comments.


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A spot on article for the Sixers and Denver's needs:
Read and respond. I say, it's gold Jerry, gold!
To sum it up:
1)Denver gets as close to "equal" value as they can possibly get for Melo. Better than the players the Knicks are offering
2)Philly gets a star to put butts in the seats the rest of the season with the worst attendance in the NBA
3)If Melo re-signs long term, GOLD! If he decided to go to Free Agency at the end of the season, that's too bad, but we've still gotten rid of the Iggy contract and can build around Jrue and ET.
All sounds pretty logical to me. I think Philly could even throw in a draft pick if needed.


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A steering wheel is a steering wheel, right?
Not quite, especially when you put as much thought into steering-wheel design as a Lexus engineer.
Lexus' latest leap in steering-wheel technology is a bamboo-trimmed steering wheel, which is an option on the 2013 GS 450h. Bamboo, as many Lexus fans have noticed, is gaining more and more traction in Lexus components, largely because the engineering teams keep finding ways to use this sustainable material to help improve the Lexus experience (think better speaker performance, thanks to bamboo diaphragms, in the CT 200h).
Lexus "Meister" Shuichi Ozaki developed this new wheel's meticulously designed shape, as GS Chief Engineer Yoshihiko Kanamori explains: "After attaching pressure-sensitive material to his hands in order to measure stress points on the wheel, Ozaki could see which points of the wheel were being held most strongly, and sand down those sections. Now, wherever you grip it, there's very minimal stress for your hands."
"When you're comfortable at the wheel, you don't feel as tired even after a long drive," agrees Ozaki. "I designed this wheel to help give the driver a sense of security."
After a long and exhaustive development, Ozaki eventually pronounced himself satisfied with the shape. With typical Lexus thoroughness, he then revisited every other steering wheel parameter in search of further improvements. That resulted in a repositioning of the wheel towards the rear of the vehicle, an adjustment of telescopic range by 11 percent, and a two percent change in its angle.
"That last one might seem pretty minor," he says, "but you wouldn't believe the difference it makes." Even the stitching has been recessed so that it doesn't interfere with grip comfort.
But it's the optional bamboo-trimmed steering wheel, a world-first, that really grabs the attention. In fact, the choice is a perfectly logical combination of science and sensibility. Bamboo is dense and stable. It's also highly sustainable: some varieties can grow by 100 centimeters a day. Lexus-grade bamboo takes between three and four years to mature, still more than 10 times quicker than the 40 to 50 years taken by conventional woods.
Manufacturing the steering wheel is a challenging and very human-intensive process. Automotive wood specialists Miroku Techno Wood are based in Nankoku, in the Kochi prefecture of southern Japan. They handpick bamboo trees for longitudinal splitting on a radial-blade cutter. These split sections are whittled down to form thin slats.
After stress-processing and drying to achieve the exact moisture content, a stack of fillets is placed on a jig, laminated together using a high-frequency adhesion machine, and bent into a half-lifebelt shape.
Four of these rough half-circle laminates are wrapped around either side of the top and bottom sections of the steering wheel "skeleton," where they're hand-planed, worked, and sanded into smooth tubular forms.
Final polishing to achieve Ozaki's ideal cross-sectional shape is done by hand. It's a highly skilled operation, tackled only by craftspeople with the right level of experience. The final gloss stage delivers a gentle texture, perfect driver feel, and a well-deserved "thank you" for your hands.


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I don't normally post threads (usually I'm a lurker, except for on game day), but I'm running out of options. I attend graduate school at the University of Kansas and am running a survey of parents to test their media usage, football consumption, and other football-related habits to try and see what connection there is between the amount of football that a parent watches and the likelihood that the parent in question will allow their child to participate in football.
The survey, which is intended for parents, is 32 questions long and should take no longer than 5-10 minutes. If you are interested in the results, please take the survey and be sure to pass it on to other parents you think might be interested. I will pass along any results after the paper is complete if there is any interest. It can be found at: https://qtrial.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_d4G79DyLTythzhP
Again, feel free to ignore this post in its entirety, except perhaps for the most important part: GO BRONCOS!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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Hello everyone, just wanted to direct your attention to Rudy Kelly's post at CLS. Along with having our favorite Kings blogger contribute, there's also an adorable dog photo recycled from a hilarious post Kelly wrote about a year ago. If Rudy Kelly plus an adorable dog photo isn't enough for you to check the post then ... seriously, go to hell. GO TO HELL.
Anyway, click here to check out his post. Thanks, Rudy!


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What's the most popular Halloween candy? Well, opinions vary, but according to Associated Content, these candies have stood the test of time.
Of course, there are many lists, and many disagreements, but I had to choose one list, and, most of the lists I saw had at least 4 of these candies on them.


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Today we continue our NFL midseason reports. We'll be asking bloggers for each NFL team about how the season has gone, their predictions for the rest of the way, and a few more fun questions on their favorite squad. Today, we talk with Ed Valentine of Big Blue View.
#1 Are you pleased with the season so far?
Ed: At 2-6 I'm disappointed, obviously. In all honesty I expected the Giants to struggle in the first half of the season and be better in the second half -- training camp and the preseason just didn't go well and they didn't seem ready. No way anyone could have foreseen an 0-6 start, however.
#2 What's your prediction for the Giants' final regular season record?
Ed: After winning two straight, some fans are optimistic that the Giants can get back into the playoff race. That says more about how awful the NFC East is than anything else. I think the Giants will make a run in the second half, but my guess is 7-9 is the absolute best they can do.
#3 What is one jersey every Giants fan should own?
Ed: Oh boy, that's a tough question. Absolutely DO NOT buy a Hakeem Nicks jersey, since he's probably a goner at season's end. If I was going to buy a jersey right now, I would probably not buy one of a guy on the current team. I'd go out and get a Michael Strahan jersey, since I think it's a lock he gets voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2014.
#4 Will you ever get tired of the Victor Cruz salsa dance?
Ed: No, because it always means something good has happened for the Giants.
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Minnesota Vikings: OG, S, CB depth, QB, LB depth, DL depth
The Vikings are so close to having one of the leagues very elite offenses and the inconsistencies over the last several weeks all stem from the offensive line as a whole. Left tackle Bryant McKinnie has been part of that problem, whose benching in Week 15 vs. Carolina was overshadowed by the Brett Favre vs. Brad Childress fiasco. The tricky part in replacing McKinnie at LT comes with his contract where hes owed $4 million per season for the next couple years, a reasonable amount and good value at the position for an above average player. Regardless of salary, Anthony Herrera is the weakest link on the line at right guard, especially in run-blocking, a growing area of concern over the last few weeks. From Week 11 to 16, Peterson has failed to average more than 3.9 yards per carry in any game. Getting the offensive line to click will be a big issue if the Vikings want to succeed in the playoffs and become more consistent next year. Theyll also have to solve their quarterback situation if Favre decides to retire. Tarvaris Jackson has shown some promise in limited time, but will become an Unrestricted FA. On defense, the Vikings have made countless investments into the safety position, but still found minimal success. Madieu Williams should be replaced at free safety with someone who excels in coverage. Antoine Winfield will be 33 at the start of next season and has had a pair of poor games after returning from his foot injury. The team should use this offseason to acquire depth at the position. The starting front 7 has been superb for the Vikings, but could always use more depth within each of those units, even though it has been one of the teams strengths.
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Starbucks, Google and Alcoa Endorse Marriage Equality in WA State!
January 25, 2012 by Adrian Matanza, Regional Field Director
Yesterday Starbucks, Google, and Alcoa become the latest major corporations to endorse marriage equality in Washington state, joining other leaders such as Microsoft, Nike and Group Health Plan, among others.
Washington United for Marriage, the coalition working to pass marriage equality in Washington State, of which HRC is a proud founding member, released this statement:
"We thank Starbucks, Google, Alcoa and the more than two dozen other businesses that recently came out publically in support of marriage equality," said Lacey All, Chair of Washington United for Marriage. "Marriage equality provides a multitude of intangible benefits to Washington businesses. Recognizing the relationships of all – irrespective of sexual orientation – means an open and innovative business climate that ensures fundamental fairness and basic civil rights for all. The addition of these companies continues to show that momentum in Washington State is on the side of equality for all Washingtonians."
The momentum for marriage equality is on our side and we are closer than ever to seeing marriage equality become a reality in Washington state.
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SunCoast RHIO is owned and operated by SunCoast RHIO, Inc. A Florida Corporation.
The SunCoast RHIO is a Regional Health Information Organization. (see "What is a RHIO?")This RHIO originally offered services to the Florida counties of the South West Region. These include Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, DeSoto, Hardee, Glades, Hendry, Highlands, Okeechobee, Lee, and Collier. We are now a nationwide commercial company.We connect Health Providers with Consumers. Providers include Hospitals, Clinics, Doctors, ACO and Multi-Speciality Practices, Social Service Agencies, Government, and non MD practitioners. Additionally, we work with organizations
oriented toward quality measurement and reporting and revenue impact. The RHIO provides products and services including but not limited to Electronic Health Records, Personal Health Records, Health Information Exchanges, Incentive Reporting, and various Health Care financial services to providers and consumers.
We are certified as a CMS Health Information Handler under the esMD project for audit response, www.cms.gov/esmd
We are certifed as a PQRS Registry, a Data Submission Vendor, and we host an open source Electronic Medical Record. To see our supported measures, see www.meaningfuluse-quality.com .
We have our own proprietary open source software that integrates and links our own applications, other software and products from other vendors and the government in one portal. Additionally, we offer traditional consulting. See our services Website at www.ACONetworks.com
SunCoast RHIO has become a CAQH Committee on Operating Rules for Information Exchange (CORE®) Phase III Endorser. Please see About Us tab.
CAQH launched CORE to give providers consistent access to patient coverage information before or at the time of service using the electronic system of their choice for any patient or health plan, effectively reducing administrative burden and costs.
The SunCoast RHIO an interstate collaborator with non Florida RHIO's and HIE's (Health Information Exchanges) across the US. We share a common philosophy with The Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA) and adhere to the State's vision as outlined over the years. Information can be found at AHCA's website under www.FHIN.net . The State has chosen Harris Corporation as the provider of public data HIE. See www.Florida-HIE.net. We are working to integrate Harris solutions with our own and utilize the Federal Government's NHIN Connect & Direct solutions.


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P1 - WI2, 15 meters. P2 - WI4+, 30 meters. P3 - WI3, 20 meters. P4 WI4-, 30 Meters.
Continue Northeast 5.7 km up the wannabe paved road turn left at the bridge into the fish hatchery. Drive through the fish hatchery continue along the dirt road to the first hairpin turn. Pull off and park. Note: depending on snow pack a four wheel drive vehicle may be necessary to reach this parking point. Hike up the drainage 200 meters to the base of CCCP Falls.
Protection / Decent
P1 - Ice Screws, P2 - Ice Screws to a two bolt Belay at the base of the large boulder left of the drainage, P3 - Ice Screws to a two bolt belay on the large boulder in the middle of the drainage. P4 - Ice Screws to a shrub/tree on the right side of the top out. To the left of the top out there is a narrow gully, there is a two bolt rappel station, the other pitches can be rappelled using the belay stations.


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Welcome back, once again, to your scoring chance roundup. This week we will be looking at an early season game from February 7th. Before we get started, if you would like a refresher on Scoring Chances, here is a link to my introductory post which reviews the definition of a scoring chance.
If anyone would like to quickly get re-acquainted with this game, here are the highlights:
Once again I had the pleasure of re-watching a very good Devils performance. They pretty much controlled the game against Tampa Bay throughout. The scoring chances came out in the Devils favor, with a big advantage coming on the power play, specifically the 5v3 power play during the third period. This time, the Devils were the beneficiaries of an extended 5v3 advantage late in the third, and they scored twice to ice the game. They also put up a quick 4 scoring chances during that stretch,
Overall, the Devils held a 15-11 advantage in chances. The chances came out 9-9 at even strength for the game, but the Devils controlled possession and shots. They played with a lead for the majority of the game, and didn't really press to create many dangerous chances, because Tampa Bay wasn't really able to muster much attack.
Anton Volchenkov was on the ice for a season's worth of offense in this one.
Here are the lines the Devils used to start this game:
Here are your scoring chance charts:
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Missouri has a long history of winemaking and some international-award-winnning wines. Start your wine tasting with the Hermann Wine trail in and around Hermann, or the Missouri Weinstrasse that includes Augusta Winery and Montelle
You are cordially invited to attend the first ever Big River Steampunk Festival along the shores of the Mississippi River in historic Hannibal.
Step back in time as you stroll past the 19th century buildings on Main Street; visit the magnificent Victorian mansions on Millionaires Row; cruise the Mississippi aboard the riverboat Mark Twain; and savor the vista from high above the river in a hot air balloon.
This event has fun for all ages: food and drink; a midway; afternoon tea; main stage entertainment; a costume contest; ghost tours; and many other activities.
Whether you're just curious to see what Steampunk is all about or you're a seasoned Steampunker decked out in your most elaborate costume, there's something for everyone.
Hermann's Military Weekend kicks off Friday evening with a VFW Color Guard and a concert at the Amphitheater.
Saturday there are bike races; concerts at area wineries; and farm tours. Branson performer Bill Chrastil performs at the Showboat Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m. (Reservations recommended: $15; ages 4-12, $8.)
Sunday offers more festivities and winery events. That evening, the USAF Orchestra and Color Guard appear at the Amphitheatre. Color Guard begins at 3 p.m. (15:00 military) CST with orchestra following immediately.
Hermann businesses offer special discounts for military personnel.
Activities take place at various locations. The address/phone shown are for the Hermann Welcome Center.
Please check the website for details, schedules and tickets to the Bill Chrastil show.
Come and visit with the people who have knowledge of the old skills, at the 18th Annual Mid-Mo Horse, Mule and Ox Farming and Historical Crafts Days.
Just a sampling of the weekend activities:
Head north from Gerald on Route Y and follow the signs. Primitive camping is available for exhibitors. No alcohol, no pets, no 4-wheelers or ATV's. Wheelchairs are permitted.
We are graciously sponsored by the Missouri Draft Horse and Mule Association, Inc.
The Louisiana Area Historical Museum and 6 beautiful Louisiana churches are holding the 20th Annual Church Walk. Explore the beauty of these amazing buildings and enjoy short presentations from each of the churches starting at 3pm at the Bethel AME Church.
Picture yourself inside a Norman Rockwell Christmas painting! That's exactly how you'll feel as a corridor of over 1500 glowing luminaries welcomes you to the sights, sounds and smells of 'Christmas yesteryear' in charming Augusta, Missouri. The town has pulled out all the stops and is ready to welcome visitors (young and old!) from near and far to create holiday memories to cherish during their 32nd Candlelight Christmas Walk December 5 and 12.
If you are looking to experience the spirit of an old-fashioned 'Norman Rockwell-feeling' Christmas, you'll find it this season in historic Augusta, Missouri. Visit with Santa Claus in the Olde Wine Hall! Settle under a blanket and enjoy a leisurely horse-drawn carriage ride through the crisp winter air, then warm yourself 'round the bonfire at the old town square while savoring freshly-roasted chestnuts. Afterwards, enjoy Christmas caroling in the historic church. There will be a town scavenger hunt with prizes.
Are you a serious shopper? See the artisans and crafters at the Visitor Center, then hop on board the free antique trolley and be gently whisked to the doorsteps of our shops and galleries showcasing unique & distinctive gift ideas including hand-blown glass, paintings, and jewelry … just in time for the season of giving."
Enjoy delicious food and holiday spirits at local restaurants, wineries, brewery and churches. If music and dancing is your thing, come to Mount Pleasant Winery.
Start your holiday traditions with us in beautiful Augusta; get away from the hustle and bustle by staying at one of our charming Bed & Breakfasts …and so much more to get you into the holiday spirit.
Please monitor our website for the details.
We have many activities planned this year including free fiber demonstrations, free alpaca seminars, a chance to shop for everyone on your Christmas list, or just visit with the alpacas.
In addition, there will be refreshments for sale, door prizes, raffles, crafts and more. Bring your camera and, for a small fee, get your picture taken with an alpaca. Admission is free.
Capture 159 years of culture and tradition at Augusta's 9th Annual Harvest Festival, Sep. 19-20, 2014
The Harvest Festival kicks off with the concert and picnic in the vineyard beginning at 5:30pm. Guests will board a pumpkin wagon for a short ride down a country lane for the festivities. Port will be sampled in a 130-year-old vaulted cellar on the property. Gourmet picnic baskets containing a variety of cheeses, sausages, fruit, spreads, vegetables and dip, bread, jam and wine will be awaiting guests. Pick up your basket, settle down to your picnic and enjoy live music
The harvest celebration will continue with many activities throughout the day during "A Taste of Historic Augusta," including harvest specials at shops and restaurants, wineries, breweries and more. Top off the day at the "Wine Maker Social," a premier dinner event show casing the area's wine makers paired with an excellent menu.
The Harvest Festival will be a highlight event in "Historic Missouri Wine Country". Plan a wonderful weekend getaway! Overnight lodging is available.
Monitor our website for all the details as they unfold.
At just 17 years old, singer/songwriter Austin Mahone is making his mark with an MTV VMA win for "Artist to Watch" and MTV EMA awards for, "Best Push Artist," and "Artist on the Rise." Last summer, the teen sensation toured on Taylor Swift's RED Tour. This year, Mahone is live on tour with Fifth Harmony, Shawn Mendes and Alex Angelo and coming to the Fabulous Fox in September.
Tickets are $25-$65 and are on sale now.
For more information on the artist, visit AustinMahone.com.
Over 100 exhibitors will fill the streets of Hannibal's Historic Main Street on Saturday and Sunday, October 18-19, for the Hannibal Arts Council's 38th Annual Autumn Historic Folklife Festival. Festival hours are from 10 a.m. -5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday.
The two-day festival features artists, artisans and craftsmen demonstrating and selling handmade traditional arts and fine crafts, strolling and street musicians, a wide array of great festival foods, a children's area, Farmer's Market, cold apple cider, refreshing root beer and a wine tasting area.
Attendees can expect to see weaving and spinning; pottery throwing; candle making; leather workers; furniture making; blacksmithing; carving; jewelry making; painting and drawing; and a variety of other traditional arts and fine crafts. Over 80 exhibitors from all over the Midwest will have unique, handmade products for sale.
Entertainment includes a full schedule of local and regional musicians sharing their talents in the unique Folklife Festival environment of strolling and street performances. There is also a hymn sing on Sunday morning.
Delicious food choices are a favorite and assist 20 local community organizations with funds for their year-round programs and services. Foods being served include: kettle corn, chicken –n- noodles, bread pudding, catfish sandwich sandwiches, root beer and cider, and many other edibles made on-site.
The Folklife Festival is sponsored by the Hannibal Arts Council. For further information on the Autumn Historic Folklife Festival contact the Hannibal Arts Council at 573-221-6545, firstname.lastname@example.com, or view the festival page at hannibalarts.com.
Artist Bernard Perlin designed some of the most iconic American propaganda posters of World War II. As an artist-correspondent for Life and Fortune magazines, he sketched major military personnel and noted political figures. He accompanied commando missions into Nazi-occupied Greece, recorded the preparations for the final air war on Japan, and was aboard the USS Missouri for the formal Japanese surrender.
Upon his return to the United States, Perlin became a noted painter, with works now in the Museum of Modern Art, the Smithsonian, and other major institutions. His illustrations appeared in popular magazines through the 1960s. Perlin continued to paint until his death in January 2014 at the age of 95.
Bernard Perlin: An Artist Goes to War is the first retrospective of Perlin's incredible work as a war artist. Join us for an exhibit of his work at the Kirksville Art Center November 7, 2014-January 3, 2015.
For more information on Bernard Perlin, visit www.BernardPerlin.com.
One of the nation's leading comprehensive art museums, containing more than 33,000 works of art. Areas of notable depth include: Oceanic art; pre-Columbian art; ancient Chinese bronzes; and European and American art of the late 19th and 20th centuries, with particular strength in 20th century German painting.
The museum offers a full range of featured exhibitions, a research library, four conservation labs, a varied annual schedule of special events, and community and school programs.
The East Building expansion opened June 29, 2013, increasing the museum's public space by 30 percent. It added: more than 300 parking spaces; a fully accessible entrance on Fine Arts Drive; a new Education Center; and reinstalled galleries in the Main Building.
Located in Forest Park, the Saint Lewis Art Museum is the only permanent building remaining from the 1904 World's Fair.
Closed Thanksgiving and December 25. Check our website for exhibits, schedules and holiday hours.
Citygarden combines sculpture, plants, fountains and architecture into one location in downtown St. Louis. The area offers a vibrant, serene blending of lush plantings and internationally-renowned sculpture with water, stone, architecture and design. The Terrace View restaurant is on-site.
Citygarden is bounded by Eighth, 10th, Market and Chestnut streets.
Handmade colonial Windsor chairs made using traditional hand tools and techniques of the late 1700s. No power tools, nails or screws are used. Visitors are welcome to watch the process of crafting these beautiful chairs.
Live music every night: jazz, blues and rhythm & blues. Complete restaurant menu specializing in steaks, seafood and pasta, plus many other choices.
Our Game Room is a fun and relaxing place to enjoy foosball, pool and other games.
Check our website for our daily specials and activities. Hours may vary for special events.
Customers enjoy free, chauffeured rides in our van to Cardinal, Rams and Blues games. Located in the historic Soulard district, less than two miles south of downtown and Busch Stadium.
We offer a wide variety of float trips on the Meramec River, from Onondaga Cave to Meramec Cavern. Float trips range from five to 15 miles in length. Whether you choose a raft, canoe or kayak, you will enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of the Meramec River.
All of our floats include shuttle service, paddles and life jackets. We provide shuttle service. Excursions on the Meramec provide opportunities for floating, fishing and cave exploration. Gravel bars provide spots to picnic, swim and sunbathe.
We are one hour southwest of St. Louis, off of I-44, at exit 225; five miles south of Sullivan off Route D.
We feature 50 level, gravel, and full hook-up RV sites. Pull-thru and back-in sites with 50-amp service are available. Each site has a concrete patio with table and fire-ring. Three ADA sites are available. We are big-rig friendly. Rent six consecutive nights in a full hook-up site and seventh night is free. Enjoy discounts to Rec-Plex recreation center and St. Peters Golf Course.
Ten primitive camp sites with table, fire ring and lantern-hook are available. The park has one primitive group camp site with bonfire area.
Facilities include: free Wi-Fi; security; laundry; showers; paved roadways; a 4.5-mile paved pedestrian/bike trail; a 140-acre stocked lake; sand volleyball; pavilion; play area; horseshoe pits; firewood; bait; limited RV supplies and groceries; and a boat launch (trolling-motors only). NEW in 2014! Archery Range ($)
The park is within 30 minutes of Mid Rivers Mall; downtown St. Charles; casinos; Bass Pro; Cabela's; Verizon Amphitheater; and downtown St. Louis.
Serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1992. Offering 6-25 passenger stretches, 14, 16,18 and 25 passenger SUVs and 18,28 and 38 passenger limo coaches. Visit our web at APerfectTouchLimo.com to see all cars inside and out.
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Guests are guaranteed the utmost comfort in one of three separate guest-quarters, each with a private entrance and a full bathroom. Breakfast is delivered to your room.
A park-like garden, waterfall and fish pond complete the peaceful, serene surroundings. Relax in our courtyards.
Built in 1893, our beautiful Victorian house was the home of Allen Percy Green, the owner/operator of the Green Refractory, a world renowned fire-brick manufacturer.
Four guestrooms. Guests are served a full, hot breakfast. Our ample common areas total more than 5,000 square-feet. The beautiful grounds cover half an acre. We enjoy a 99.7% customer satisfaction rate.
A multitude of indoor and outdoor activities are available in the area. The National Churchill Museum in Fulton is a 30-minute drive; the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City is 50 minutes away.
Visit our website for more information, area attractions, photos and reservations. Special packages are available with a two-work-day notice.
Our extensive taxi service area includes St Louis City, St Louis County, North County, Mid County, West County, South County and Jefferson County.
If you're craving a martini, a cosmopolitan or a libation that's a bit more unique, Absolutli Goosed is a good bet in St. Louis.
Our classy but comfortable decor, diverse crowd and great staff make us a great place for a first date or a regular meeting place for old friends.
Absolutli Goosed offers wine, beer and other bar staples, along with more than 80 martini options.
Acorn Ridge offers four charming guestrooms, each with a king bed, private bathroom, and nice views. At check-in, you are greeted with our signature Grandma Stumpe's cookies. A full breakfast is served.
We are less than one mile from the Katy Trail, Augusta Brewery, Mount Pleasant Winery, and Augusta Winery.
Whether you are looking for an easy get-away, or searching for a unique bed & breakfast, we have what you need.
Rooms available Fridays and Saturdays only. Please explore our website for details and reservations.
Displays include items of historical note, from pioneer materials and American Indian relics and arrowheads, to collections of military objects, including a cannonball that struck the courthouse during the 1862 Battle of Kirksville.
Established in 1855, Adam Puchta Winery is the oldest continuously owned and operated family winery in the United States. The Puchta family, now in their 7th generation, continues to produce award-winning wines in a unique, charmingly historic setting.
We offer wine tasting and a gourmet gift shop; live music on some weekends.
Located beside Frene Creek, on the original family homestead, 2.5 miles west of Hermann, off Route 100.
Check our website for details, special events and music schedules.
Always at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport-. Experienced, friendly, English-speaking drivers. Convention group discount available.
Al's Restaurant is a legend, serving award-winning steaks, fish, lobster and pasta in St. Louis since 1925. The lighting is subdued, the atmosphere dignified, the service professional. The wine list is extensive.
There is no menu. Your waiter (in suit and tie) recites a list of salads and appetizers. When you are ready to order your main course, he brings out a silver tray holding the evening's available meats and fishes, and informs you of the methods of preparation available. Then, he discusses a long list of (à la carte) side dishes from which to choose. Dessert choices are described later.
Located four blocks north of the Gateway Arch; just north of Laclede's Landing entertainment district; less than one block north of Lumiere Place Casino and Hotel. Free valet parking. Group seating is available. Closed major holidays.
Lebanese delights: falafe;, shish tauok; shawarma; kafta; and other specialties. Eat in; take-out; delivery; catering. Located in the Delmar Loop area, at Westgate Ave. and Delmar Blvd.
Visit our grocery and gift shop.
Connect to the Art-Full Life! Original fine art and fine craft from regional artists. Painting, drawing, photography, fiber, pottery, and jewelry. Open Gallery night every second Saturday of the Month from 5 p.m.-8 pm. Connecting those who appreciate and collect art with those who create art since 2003.
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Bena's poll this morning (and all due respect to our board leader) demanded the split. There was no option C (or D, E, etc. for that matter). From a clarity standpoint and a desire to check the pulse of the nation, I get the desire to do so. The problem with it is I don't think it accurately reflects a large contingencies true feelings. It also forces people to choose sides, then defend (and the polarization and name calling ad nauseum).
When arguments run hot, like the Manning/Tebow debate, camps tend to polarize. The arguments become one or the other. For whatever reason, it's in my DNA to be more of a centrist. I was the peacemaker in my family and I wish to offer that take here to my MHR brethren.
I offer this: sign Manning to a contract with contingencies (based on health), a fair amount of money up front (because that's what the market will demand in order to get him here), and tell Tim, you're going to get the schooling of a life time. Much of the argument against Manning has been his body. There's a reasonable concern there and the Broncos must continue to do their due diligence (I say continue because I choose to believe they are doing so -- I don't take EFX for fools). At the same time, the truly unique asset Manning has and the one Tebow can learn the most from is his mind -- the way Manning sees the defense, the field and the game. I'm not suggesting Tim try to become Manning. Rather, I'd like to see him take pieces of what Manning does and add it to his already impressive set of skills.
Manning and Tebow are both unique talents -- Manning is simply far more polished and proven. One of the arguments against the two of them coexisitng I've seen is about Manning's previous backups (Sorgi and Painter are brought up). These are silly comparisons in my opinion because neither of these QB's were being groomed to replace Manning -- they truly were clipboard holders. Manning's future, in a best case scenario, is relatively short. Three years is likely it.
I've heard people say Manning is not a teacher. I don't know if that is or isn't the case and frankly don't care. I don't want him to teach Tebow, except by example. I want Tebow to soak in what he sees, sit in film sessions, ask questions, walk in the footsteps, etc.. Again -- this is not to make Tebow Manning, this is to stretch Tebow in that direction.
The other thing is the idea that Tebow is different and more dynamic type of athlete/football player/QB than either Sorgi or Painter -- there's really no argument there. That brings up the tantalizing possibility of using them together in some fashion -- whether it's Tebow alone in certain situations or a wild hybrid with the two of them in the backfield for special calls. This fits Tebow best because, truth be told, at this moment he is a specialist. He's not a complete QB in the fashion that Manning is -- to say otherwise is foolish. But to suggest Tebow isn't valuable (especially when properly aligned) is equally foolish. Former Indy GM Bill Polian (the man who drafted Manning) suggested exactly this tack this morning.
Like all great leaders, Manning has a way of getting the best out of those around him. Tebow has a way of exciting his teammates, for sure -- but he doesn't get the best out of them because he can't use their talents yet as his skill set doesn't meet theirs. He is a force of nature. As impressive and exciting as it is to watch him bull his way through, it's not a good way to a long career (as we saw in the New England game). Tebow took a lot of hits last year, even when he was dictating them -- eventually that adds up. The idea is to limit him as he learns.
To the end of Manning's health and the unknowns -- all the more reason to keep Tebow. I see this as a year-by-year experiment. We don't know what they can do together. The possibilities are very exciting. And as much as fans would like the solidarity of knowing things for sure, this is the NFL and careers/franchises are turned and lost in a single play/injury.
Finally, there's the fan base. And let's not fool ourselves, it matters. What if you can combine the passion of the Tebow fans, Manning fans and Broncos fans? Come on! That's awesome! I realize the biggest buy-in would have to be from the die-hard Tebow fans who feel he is ready now and should be traded if Manning is brought in. But in watching Tebow I feel he is nothing if not a good foot soldier. He knows his role and will play his part with full determination. He is an awesome talent and an even better person. This may be a bit of bitter medicine to swallow, but I believe Tebow understands we must taste the sour to know the sweet.
To summarize: I choose option C.


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FLORA, MS (WLBT) - The Flora woman accused of killing her newborn is expected to appear in a Canton courtroom for a bond hearing Monday morning.
Forty-one 41-year-old Sheila Ealey has been free on a 35,000 bond since July.
Ealey is accused of shutting her newborn child inside a suitcase while he was still alive. She then left the suitcase near a church in Flora. Autopsy results in the child's death have been returned, but will not be made public until they are presented in court.
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According to this Sun article the 2008 Baltimore Orioles aren't merely a team packed with young talent, they're a team that's packin'. We've read previous posts and articles regarding LF Luke Scott's fondness for firearms, but he gives up the ghost even more in quotes like:
""I think it's smart, and it's your constitutional right to be prepared...If people want to walk around in la la land and say, 'Nothing will ever happen to me,' that's their choice. I choose not to do that. I don't go around flashing my gun, I don't go around and say, 'Oh, look, I'm carrying a piece.' I carry in case something happens where I can't avoid trouble and I can't leave or there's a risk that I'm going to lose my life or my property."
And this one regarding an incident that took place when Scott was confronted by a shank wielding man at a Houston gas station:
"I didn't pull my gun on him...I would have if he had gotten close enough, and I would have shot him if he wouldn't have backed off. But all I had to do was lift up my shirt and put my hand on [the gun] and I said, 'Can I help you?' He stopped in his tracks. Who knows what that saved me?"
But it ain't just Luke Scott who's strapped. CC favorite Jamie Walker has been known to carry a concealed weapon from time to time and had this to add:
"Everybody has the right to bear arms...As far as carrying a weapon, if you go through the classes, do the training and got the license, I don't have a problem with it. I think it helps society out in the long run. If a situation occurs, you've got somebody who has been trained and knows how to use and handle it. Policemen can't be everywhere.
The article also mentions that our Golden Child Nick Markakis owns several guns which he primarily uses for hunting and target practice.
I guess my feelings are mixed on the whole gun issue. I've always sort of felt if you're going into a situation where you think you'll need a gun, you're probably better off just not going. But life isn't always so simple. I've had a gun pointed in my face in the past, during a robbery at restaurant I worked at in High School, but I have to say that it wasn't as scary as I would have thought. I could tell the robbers were strictly business and just wanted money and was able to find security in that. Where I live today in NYC is also very safe (knock on wood) so I've never even considered owning a gun here. But if I lived someplace more dangerous, like, I dunno, Baltimore I might feel different.


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Calvary Lutheran Staff
Lead Pastor
Stephen Norby
Welcome to Calvary! It is my privilege to be Lead Pastor since 2009. I came from Windom and before that I served in Jackson and LaSalle/Lake Hanska. Graduating from Barnesville High School, Concordia College and Luther Seminary, I was ordained at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, in 1981. In 1985 Brenda Olson married me at Trimont Minnesota. We are proud parents of 5 children. Danielle is a mental health provider in Park Rapids at 'A Better Connection'. Alicia is attending the William Mitchell School of Law in St. Paul. Erik is attending MSUM, Moorhead. Megan is a senior at Nevis High School and will be attending the University of Minnesota, Duluth. Lealan is attending Nevis Elementary. As a Certified Physician's Assistant (PA-C), Brenda is working with Dr. Dan Smith providing surgery at Essencia Health, Park Rapids. Every weekend connections are made between the good people who attend Calvary Lutheran Church. Scratch the surface and I bet you will find common ground with mutual friends that will bless your life. All I can say is that I have! Jesus loves you and may the Holy Spirit bless you.
Sara Jensen
Sara Jensen joined Calvary in 2011. She as a B.A. Dana College (Blair, NE) 1997 and aM.Div Trinity Lutheran Seminary (Columbus, OH) 2002. She is married to Erik, and has two children: Anker (6), Asta (3)
Education and Youth Director
Dana Kocka
Dana graduated from University of Jamestown in 2005 with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Christian Ministry. Upon graduation, Dana accepted a call to Calvary as Youth Director, which later turned into Director of Youth and Education in 2009. Dana and his wife Tia have three sons, Zaden and Azden and Asher.
Office Manager
Laura Kujawa 732-7284
Laura started at Calvary in 2007. She holds the positions of Financial Secretary, Education Assistant, Office Manager, and is Treasurer for the Park Rapids Area Ministerial. Laura graduated from the University of Minnesota with degrees in Science and Business. She is married to Beau Kujawa and they have two grown children, Julia and James.
Custodian: Dennis Christenson
Dennis became the custodian in December of 2009. He grew up on the Ponsford Prairie. Currently is is retired from the U.S. Navy, has three grown children and is married to Jackie.
Treasurer: Barb Haugen
Barb started serving at Calvary in 2010. She has a B.S. degree from Moorhead State and is a Professeional Accounting Mangager. Barb is married to Rod, has three grown children and is a graduate of Fergus Falls High School.
Organists : Roz Pederson, Martha Thompson, Sandra Lichter
Choir Directors: Calvary Singers-Jason Wright, Bells- Chris Luckeroth, Youth–Mary Maxwell


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Shake, rattle and roll on the floor laughing with Abilene events
Join Pregnancy Resources of Abilene as it welcomes Pam Tebow — yes, mama to THAT Tebow — for the agency's annual Life in Bloom dinner at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Pam will share her unique experiences raising her football-playing son Tim in fervent faith and other inspirational stories.
Sounds like a slam dunk of a time to me, but I'm not one for sports analogies. Cost is $35 per person. All proceeds benefit Pregnancy Resources of Abilene. For more information, call 325-672-6415.
Have a little girl 6 or younger? Take the short drive out to the Buffalo Gap Historic Village from 10-11 a.m. Thursday for "Story Time at the Gap." Hear stories featuring important Texas women to inspire your little ladies and participate in games and activities celebrating them after the reading.
Having had a baby girl of my own two months ago, I'm eager to have her hear stories about these courageous women of, in my opinion, the greatest state in the Union. Gotta start inspiring 'em young, right? Regular admission price gets you into the village, but the reading and activities are free. For more information, call 325-572-3365.
Did you hear that? That's a rattle, all right. Yep, it's that time of year again where all things rattlin' are celebrated. The 55th annual Sweetwater Rattlesnake Round-Up will take place Friday through Sunday in the Nolan County Coliseum.
At the world's largest rattlesnake roundup, you'll have the opportunity to see snake-handling demonstrations;, view rarities in the coin, gun and knife show; and chow down at the chili and brisket cook-off. Never tried deep-fried rattlesnake or won a rattlesnake-eating contest? Well, here's your chance.
Please let me know how it goes. I'll be there, but will be waiting in my car for my husband and our boys to finish enjoying all the festivities. Admission prices vary. For more information, call 325-235-5488.
The Paramount Film Series is back with the cult classic "The NeverEnding Story." Growing up, I remember hearing all about this movie and thinking that the fantasy world it was set in, Fantasia, sounded like a lovely place. It was, however, another movie I never actually saw. I know, I know, that's MY never-ending story.
But I will take the opportunity to see this tale of a troubled boy who dives into a wondrous adventure through the pages of a mysterious book. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday or 2 p.m. Saturday. Cost is $6 for adults, $5 for students, seniors, military and children. For tickets, call 325-676-9620.
Get ready to get your laugh on as the Abilene Civic Center welcomes George Lopez to the stage. Lopez has risen to become one of the country's premier comedic talents. Active in television, film and stand-up comedy, Lopez now has a celebrated career in Hollywood. He even counts Sandra Bullock as one of his best friends, which means he gets extra points in my book.
His hilarious comedy tour, "It's Not Me, It's You," promises laughs for mature audiences of 18 and older. I may not be as mature as my 18-year-old niece, or my 12-year-old niece, for that matter, but I definitely meet the 18-plus requirement and can't wait to share a laugh with the great George Lopez.
Ticket prices vary. Call the box office at 325-676-6211.
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