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DMANISI, Georgia (AP) - The discovery of a 1.8-million-year-old skull is giving researchers new insights into early human evolution.
The fossil was found buried under a medieval village in Georgia and is the most complete pre-human skull uncovered. Along with partial remains previously found at the rural site, researchers say it provides the earliest evidence of human ancestors moving out of Africa and spreading north to the rest of the world.
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aMoodieFork , an amazing friend <3
You are a bowl.
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the amount of weed in a marijuana pipe.
ted just smoked a bowl. (ted just smoked probably a gram or two in a pipe.)
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a pool for skating i.e. vert skating.
do u want to skate the bowl at the skatepark?
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verb: the act of throwing a heavy ball with holes in it at 10 pins at the end of a lane.
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"Loving Nature, Fearing the State fills a void: it shows that the relation between conservatism as a political ideology and the rise of modern environmentalism is much more complex than is usually acknowledged. The murky intersection of concern for the natural world and distrust for authority makes for an intriguing story, and the book is full of memorable anecdotes that spice up the narrative."
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"Since 1980, it has sometimes seemed as if environmentalism and liberalism were synonymous, tempting Americans to forget the contributions of conservatives to environmentalist thought during earlier decades when the movement was first emerging. In this valuable book, Brian Drake offers a salutary reminder of a time when both liberals and conservatives saw the environment as an arena in which their core political values could find favorable expression."
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"Since 1980, Reagan-style political conservatism and environmental preservation have been locked in a state of near-constant warfare. Historian Drake (Georgia) reveals that for most of the 20th century, the moderate and conservative Republican Right actually had been ideological kindred spirits with postwar Left-leaning environmentalists."
"This well-written and informative book is an important addition to the scant literature on the role of conservative and libertarian thought in shaping the postwar environmental consciousness. Loving Nature, Fearing the State is suited for upper-division or graduate courses in environmental history and the postwar United States. It should stimulate fruitful discussions among a generation of students who have little exposure to environmental problems outside the framework of polarized politics."
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November 28, 2014
DADE CITY, Fla. – The No. 16 Florida State men's golf team posted a 4-under 284 Tuesday, March 5, to close out the USF Invitational. With a three-day total of a 1-under 863, the team finished in third place for its fifth top five showing of the season. The Seminoles finished two strokes behind second place South Carolina and three behind first place NC State at the Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club.
"Starting the day 12 shots behind we knew it was going to take a really good effort from our players," said head coach Trey Jones. "Hank (Lebioda) put the team on his shoulders early on and gave us a chance to win with four holes to play. You come to tournaments to compete and win; in the game of golf you don't get to win a lot. While we came up short, I am sure we learned from this experience and will use this the next time we play."
Freshman Hank Lebioda posted his first collegiate top five finish after posting a tournament low round of 66 today. The Winter Springs, Fla., native finished the tournament fifth with a 4-under 212. Lebioda had a 5-under front nine Tuesday beginning the morning with four straight birdies and an eagle on hole No. 9.
"I felt really good out there," said Lebioda. "One of the things Coach Jones and I have been working on is getting in the right mindset from the first tee shot. I was able to do that today and it definitely paid off."
Sophomore Daniel Berger had his fourth top five finish of the season with a 5-under 211 today, good for a tie for second place. The Jupiter, Fla., native posted a 1-over 73 Tuesday. Senior Doug Letson finished the tournament with an even par 72 in a tie for 10th. With a 1-under 71 today, the Tampa, Fla., native posted his second top ten performance of the spring.
"Daniel had another good tournament," continued Jones. "He had a chance to win late in the day. Doug played solid all week and earned another top ten finish. Hank continues to improve and had the low round of the tournament today."
Senior Chase Seiffert had his best round today with a 2-over 75 to finish tied for 30th with a tournament total of 8-over 224. Freshman Rowin Caron posted a seven stroke improvement from yesterday with a 2-over 74. Caron finished the three-day event in a tie for 63rd with a 16-plus 232.
Freshman Collin Engelhardt finished tied for 68th as he played as an individual. He carded a 5-over 77 for a three day total of 18-over 234.
The Seminoles were part of a 17-team field with Cincinnati, DePaul, Eastern Michigan, Kennesaw State, Kentucky, Louisville, Marquette, Mercer, Middle Tennessee State, North Carolina State, Rice, South Carolina, South Florida, Troy, Virginia and Wisconsin.
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- Studio: Sony Pictures Releasing
- Release Date: Feb 17, 2006
- Starring: Edie Falco, Julianne Moore, Samuel L. Jackson
- Summary: A criminal investigation into an alleged kidnapping of a child by a suspect who is presumed to be a local from the projects ignites long-simmering racial tension between two neighboring New Jersey towns. (Sony Pictures)
- Director: Joe Roth
- Genre(s): Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Crime
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Positive: 12 out of 35
Mixed: 14 out of 35
Negative: 9 out of 35
The film is, above all, a moving portrait of hurting souls, brought to life in compelling performances.
Its focus--the children--are not even onscreen very much. But their ghosts are everywhere, and the pain of the film is primal.
First-rate actors bail out second-rate directors all the time, and Freedomland serves as the latest example.
Freedomland, overall, could have been so much better. But Moore, even in a performance as patchy as this one, is something to watch. She's an echo of the movie that might have been.
What, a white woman can't take an innocent drive through the ghetto without arousing suspicion? What's this world coming to?
Anyone who has seen the trailers for Freedomland, which don't exactly skimp on maternal angst, already knows this is going to be a sad-mommy story. What we don't know is that it may be a bad-mommy story as well.
The production can best be described by several f-words. It is frenetic, frazzled and febrile. It is also feeble -- almost touchingly so, if you think of what bottomless insecurity must have prompted so much bombast.
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ReeseW.May 26, 2006Amazing movie! Julianne Moore is perfect! She gave an superb outstanding performance.
KevinG.Feb 18, 2006This is a really compelling story that centers around some fine performances by Julianne Moore, Samuel L. Jackson, and Edie Falco. The sour notes in this movie (and there are quite a few) come courtesy of schlock director Joe Roth who tries to package this dramatic story of racial tension and child violence as a commercially viable thriller. His pacing is clunky, his frames are awkward, and he never bothers to seriously examine the psyche of his characters beyond what the fabulous cast is able to produce with their performances alone. If you can excuse a poor directing decision here and there, then this is definitely a movie worth seeing.… Expand
MichaelL.Aug 23, 2006Critics never cease to amaze me. If this film was an Eastern European import, I guarantee it would have received raves. Please note that Manohla Dargis of the New York times, who gave "Freedomland" a 10 (worst film of the year) awarded "Snakes on a Plane" a 70. Pete Travers of Rolling Stone panned "Freedomland", and gave "Pirates of the Carribean II" it's highest score. Enough said. If you're looking for dumbed-down non-stop action, explosions, cardboard characters, no social message, lots of blood and/or gore, "Freedomland" isn't for you. If you'd like to be challenged by a film that takes an obvious plot outcome yet still manages to create a stranglehold of dread, this is your film. Look, it's not a happy film--it's gloomy, it's fatalistic, and yes, it's too long...but it made me rethink my opinions of people like Susan Smith, and fully understand the tragedy of the uncared-for among us. The people and societal segments that slip through the cracks. This is powerful stuff, and you won't feel good when it's over. Moore is magnificent, and she allows her character's flaws to shine as if they were virtues. Jackson has never been better (except in "Snakes on a Plane", eh, Maohla?) as the detective who is trapped between his own shortcomings, his friends, his need for the truth, and his compassion. Edie Falco brings a quiet truth and dignity to the role of a long-suffering woman assisting in the case. What must be noted here: this is not a crime film. This is not "CSI"...it is a film about suffering, sadness, and the power of losing hope. It's devastating. It's not to be missed.… Expand
AdamL.Feb 18, 2006Its not that bad. Not preachy as i had heard it would be. It held my interest as a mystery. They bad ratings were from people who want there to be a moral lesson or some such cornball bullsh.t. They should stick to movies like Crash. Which this movie was not like, thank God.… Expand
ChadS.Apr 9, 2006Julianne Moore's character is so pathetic and white-you-know-what, feeling sympathy towards her is hard to come by. Her carjacker is black, and yet she's comfortable amonst their young ones. Brenda reminds me a little of Brad Dourif's character in "Mississippi Burning" when he says, "But they're so cute when they're young," to Frances McDormand, who had been looking after the housekeeper's daughter. Moore is too talented an actress to dismiss as being overblown with her scenes with Jackson, but something is a little off. Also off, the way Falco's character is introduced. What's the point of misdirecting the audience into thinking that her vehicle poses a menace to Lorenzo? The detective's investigation would've gone a lot faster if Karen and her cohorts were mediums.… Expand
AdamGMay 17, 2007The movie never seemed to go anywhere or accomplish anything; it simply had nothing to prove. Small amounts of activity/action combined with exhaustively long "talks" from Samuel and company along with a boring storyline make this movie intolerable.… Expand
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My first goal is to lose about 10 pounds. Once that's done, I will focus on building muscle. Once at that stage, I will re-enter my stats and follow the revised calculation.
Obviously, the type of calories I consume is important. I will try to follow the Whole30 program as much as I can, i.e. eat whole foods. No processed junk. I plan to eat three larger meals vs. 6 smaller meals every two to three hours.
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Of course, I will pay the utmost attention to how my back responds. This will require mandatory daily foam rolling, and hip flexor and hamstring stretching. Hubby said he'd help me with my hamstrings and we're going to stretch them out they way they do in his soccer training.
My workouts may start on Saturday, but my eating will start tomorrow. I'm going to spend some time tonight prepping my food, so a stop at the grocery store on the way home is planned.
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Painted for the series: The Golden Trees by Guillermo de Llera in 2010
She Hovers is a 60cm by 60cm piece
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you know the more i look at these - the more i see some awesome ideas around personal branding of 'one's stuff' - think about this - combined with bus cards etc - that have the same designs .... noodling in my mind
Love the subject and the colors. Great branding with the use of design for cases and skins as well as framed art. I'm wondering about the white symbols on the right side of the work.
For some reason it makes me think of this cartoon I was obsessed with as a kid and I can't for the life of me remember what it is. Good memories though. I wish I could paint half this good. I'm still working on getting pants on my stick figures :)
Nice piece of art. I was just at the New York Metropolitan Museum .. hope you get your work there someday.
Interesting and unique; however, I am not sure I like this piece. The white blips give me a headache. Though I am not an artist and have been told on occasion that my taste is not very good.
Peço desculpa pela comparação, mas esta linha e as cores, muito me fazem lembrar a arte Namban. Simplesmente magnífico
Não há problema nen hum pela comparação até gosto :)
Tem tudo a ver com a arte Namban, sou um grande fã,
e queria fazer algo nas mesmas linhas mas de forma original e mais 'minha'.
Muito obrigado por partilhares a tua opinião comigo Nzinga
Tem tudo a ver com a arte Namban, sou um grande fã,
e queria fazer algo nas mesmas linhas mas de forma original e mais 'minha'.
Muito obrigado por partilhares a tua opinião comigo Nzinga
Prazer! A débora fala muito dos teus trabalhos, é uma fã incondicional... e sou irmã gémea dela! Lol!
estás de parabéns pelo trabalho magnífico!
estás de parabéns pelo trabalho magnífico!
Muito obrigadaNzinga, é um prazer conhecer-te :)
Igualmente, o teu trabalho é espectacular! Adoro :)
Igualmente, o teu trabalho é espectacular! Adoro :)
This is wonderful! The white is so effective - blossoms up close and suggests fireflies when seen from afar...
memo: I love your trees! I love to wake up to see an emotion and serenity in my. important as an artist is not to be beautiful but it works convey what you wanted to reflect with them. congratulations.


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Help!!! Birthday dinner for a chef!!!
- katzai Feb 19, 2007 01:57 PM
I need help!!! I'm looking for a nice reasonably priced romantic restaurant for my boyfriend's 30th birthday dinner. He's a chef so it's been very hard looking for something different. His specialty is Italian food so I'm trying to stay away from that. Looking for something more exotic so it will surprise him. Any suggestions please??? Thanks......
i'd say ethiopian or just regular old mexican - how can you go wrong with margaritas and lots of cheese?
or go for a great view and just ok food - like moonshadows (the deck) or geoffrey's.
where are you located?
We are both in Sherman Oaks but I guess it doesn't really matter where the restaurant is. The problem I found is that his birthday is on Monday and a lot of restaurants are closed on Mondays. Food is more important than the view. I want to stay away from the mainstream restaurants. This is a tough one!
I'll second the rec for Ethiopian. What about Moroccan food also, especially if there are belly dancers involved? The throw pillows, the dim lights...
At the risk of sound like a broken record :) I would recommend Opus. They are open on Mondays and, IMHO, their chef is one of the best around (and the price is right). I just reviewed it on my blog yesterday:
Clare K.
I was looking into Tagine for Morocaan food but they are closed on Monday. Which Ethiopian restaurants do you guys recommend? I'm hoping for something leaning towards the romantic side. Thanks, Clare I will take a look at Opus.
I would highly recommend Providence. It might be more than you wanted to spend but it is one of the most highly rated restaurants right now and got the James Beard award for best new restaurant last year, which your boyfriend would appreciate as a chef. It is also open Monday!
What about Babita in San Gabriel for upscale Mexican? Close to you, I think Max is open on Monday nights and it is up near the top of my list of best valley restaurants.
I know it's last minute, but if you wanted something totally off the wall, why not rent a limo and go around the valley to cheap, but exotic and good eats. Just a few thoughts would be Chili My Soul in Encino, one of the hot dog places (probably The Stand or Carneys, because Weiner Factory closes early), one of the Thai places in North Hollywood, which is relatively close to tacos at Tacos La Fonda (a taco truck at Vineland and Vanowen) or the El Taco Llama at Sherman Way near Tunjunga, and finish with a nice dessert. If the limo is stocked with champagne, you could have a wonderful evening.
Thank you everyone for your suggestions.
wow, I like the limo idea but I'm not sure how expensive that would be!
He's been exec chef at some of the high end Italian restaurants so he personally knows a lot of the more renowned chefs in LA and I want to surprise him with some hidden jewel instead of a high profile restaurant. I think he would enjoy that more.
If he likes sushi, I would recommend sitting at the bar at Z's in Alhambra. Great, fresh fish and the experience is very close to an authentic sushi place in Japan (in my opinion). They offer a wide variety of fresh sushi, as well as some exotic cooked dishes and daily specials.
He loves sushi but we eat it often. He likes to go to Nozawa. One of my favorite sushi place is Mako in Temple City. Good value and good quality. I'll check out Z's. Sounds good.
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wow...sounds interesting. He's Italian, so yeah, we both love garlic! I'm going to check it out! Thanks.


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Kokopelli's Sushi inside Circus Circus Reno serves the freshest and most creative sushi in Reno. Have a seat at either a cozy table for a la carte or at the all you can eat sushi bar and enjoy the artistic and social atmosphere of the room.
The menu at Kokopelli's has something for first time sushi eaters and adventurous connoisseurs alike and is conveniently organized into cooked and raw categories. All items are prepared fresh when you order. Kokopelli's also features an extensive list of premium sake and Asian brand beers.
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Deer Harbor Marinaemeraldislesailing.com(360) 376-3472 or (360) 317-5332Beautiful 54" ketch with the latest systems for comfort and safety. Heated pilothouse seats 8 with wraparound view. Our 6-hour day sails leave from Deer Harbor Marina. Snacks and beverages provided. We have served as the mothership for several documentaries including Discovery Channel and National Geographic.
Magic Air Tours
Orcas Island Airport, Eastsound, WAmagicair.com(360) 376-2733 or (800) 376-1929For the most breathtaking flight of a lifetime, come fly in this magnificent vintage biplane. Fly with a friend and share the magic. Two can sit side by side. Fulfill your dreams. Rekindle the joy. Touch the sky over the beautiful San Juan Islands.
North Shore Charters
5164 Deer Harbor Roadwww.northshorecharters.com(360) 376-4855family adventure · adventure tours · el jefe · deep sea fishing . island hopping · whales . day trips to Victoria, B.C.
Northwest Classic Daysailing
Deer Harbor Marina, Orcas Island, WAclassicdaysails.com(360) 376-5581Sunset and day sailing from Deer Harbor in San Juan Islands, Orcas Island on the beautiful 1940's wooden sloop, AURA. Skipper Ward Fay is your host. Fully licensed and highly experienced..
Orcas Boats
www.orcasboats.com360.376.7616When was the last time you got out on the water and enjoyed the beautiful San Juan Islands at their best? Orcas Boat Rentals has been operating out of Deer Harbor Marina since 1989. We are one of the most appealing ways to truly experience the San Juan Islands.
Orcas Island Eclipse Charters
8365 Orcas Roadwww.orcasislandwhales.com(360) 376-6566Killer whale (the famous Orca) watching tours depart from the Orcas Ferry Landing on Orcas Island. An easy-to-follow guide to whale watching around the scenic San Juans.
Shearwater Adventures
138 North Beach Roadwww.shearwaterkayaks.com(360) 376-4699Since 1982 we have introduced thousands of people to the joys of sea kayaking on Orcas Island with our sea kayak tours, and kayak & gear sales. We use the best kayaks and equipment available, have a dedicated staff of qualified guides, and know the islands better than anyone. Orcas Island kayaking is a great activity during your visit to the islands. Join one of our 3-hour, outer island, sunset or moonlight tours for a fantastic time on the water! Visit our shop in Eastsound Village for quality kayak gear, wildlife gifts, outdoor wear, t-shirts and more! Daily tours out of Deer Harbor Marina May-October.
Turtlehead Trails Horseback Rides
231 Lime Quarry Road, Eastsound, WA 98245turtleheadfarm.com(360) 376-3649On the western flank of the Turtleback Mountain Range lies Turtlehead Farm with it's pristine forestland, wetlands and rugged coastline. Come join us on a guided horseback ride to explore the wonders of this beautiful island setting. We offer private ries, lunch and swim rides, wagon rides and more. No experience necessary.
Orcas Island Golf Club
2171 Orcas Road, Eastsound, WAorcasgolf.com(360) 376-4400A regulation golf course reminiscent of old Scottish country clubs, with a 9-hole, 3-tee format for a total 18-hole yardage. The clubhouse offers a cozy and comfortable setting. Light meals, beer and wine available. Power or pull carts. Practice Putting. Pro Shop.
Wildlife Cycles
350 North Beach Road, Eastsound, WA 98245wildlifecycles.com(360) 376-4708Wildlife Cycles is a full-service independent bike shop, centrally located in Eastsound, Orcas Island, in the heart of Washington's San Juan Islands. We offer bike rentals, professional repairs and bike maintenance, and sales of new and demo bikes.
Eating on Orcas
The Barnacle
249 Prune Alley, Eastsound, WA(206) 679-5683Tapas bar and restaurant. Cozy, fun filled gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. Live entertainment. One of the few places on the island serving till midnight.
Brown Bear Baking
29 North Beach Road(360) 855-7456Remember how you used to hover in the kitchen while Mom made cookies hoping you'd get to lick the spoon or bowl when she was done? Those memories will come flying back when you walk in the door.
Cafe Olga
18 Urner St. (across from Key Bank), Eastoundhttp://orcasartworks.com(360) 376-5098An island tradition and very popular with the locals as well as visitors. Delicious choices for breakfast and lunch from a menu of their specialty of baked egg dishes, hearty soups, sandwiches, salads and special selections of the day, famous blackberry pie & homemade cinnamon rolls. Beer/Wine,/Espresso. Open 8am to 4pm (closed Wed-Thurs)
Doe Bay Cafe
107 Doe Bay Roaddoebay.com/cafe/cafe.html(360) 376-2291The Doe Bay Café is dedicated to celebrating the unique seasonality, flavor and freshness of Orcas Island farms with every plate that comes out of our kitchen.
Deer Harbor Inn Restaurant
68 Inn Lane, Deer Harbor, WADeerHarborInnRestaurant.com*360) 376-1040Built in 1915, the Deer Harbor Inn Restaurant is the gathering place for locals and travelers afar. Dine on the patio overlooking Deer Harbor and the Olympic Mountains, or inside the Historic building. We use only the freshest seafood, choicest steaks and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Complimentary soups and salads with every entree
Enzo's Gallery Cafe
365 N Beach Rd # 202http://www.yelp.com/biz/enzos-gallery-cafe-eastsound(360) 376-3732Coffee House IItalian style serving Panini, soups, pastries, gelato and, of course, coffees. Local artists' work on display and for sale. Complimentary WiFi
The Madrona Bar & Grill
310 Main Street #105www.madronabarandgrill.com(360) 376-7171Full bar with 4 micro beers on tap, local Northwest wine & a variety of intriguing cocktails. The Madrona Bar & Grill Waterfront Dining on Orcas Island.
109 North Beach Road, Eastsound, WA 98245orcasislandchamber.com/mia's(360) 376-6427Food of the people from all over the world and locals comfort foods!
Mihitas Mexican Kitchen
Corner of A Street & North Beach Road, Eastsound, WA(360) 376-6722A celebration of the blending of cultures through food. Mijitas menu is inspired by cook Raul's hometown in Mexico, incorporating local Northwest ingredients. We hope you will feel at home as you gather around good food, drink and great company.
New Leaf Cafe
171 Main Streethttp://www.newleafcafeorcas.com(360) 376-2200he New Leaf Cafe prides itself on serving French inspired Northwest food by friendly people in a beautiful environment. We are open for Breakfast & Dinner. House infused spirits, stellar regional wines, plate licking worthy sauces, and a general good time, all with an incredible view of the water.
Roses Bakery Cafe
382 Prune Alleyhttp://www.yelp.com/biz/roses-bakery-and-cafe-eastsound(360) 376-5805Gourmet shop and bakery plus a cafe featuring French, Italian and Roses' own in a contemporary bistro setting. Selections made with local ingredients. Excellent wines, cheeses and other delicacies plus quality kitchenware available in the shop..
Sazio di Notte
123 North Beach Roaddinneratsazio.com(360) 376-6394we serve fine Italian fare, featuring hand-made pastas, organic, local produce, and fine wines from select Italian vineyards. Dinner Reservations Accepted.
Ship Bay Restaurant
326 Olga Roadwww.innatshipbay.com(360) 376-5886Intimate waterfront dining one mile outside Eastsound Village on beautiful Orcas Island.
Westsound Cafe
4362 Crow Valley Roadwww.westsoundcafe.com360-376-4440Casual Pacific Northwest Restaurant with International Flair Simple yet, Innovative Inviting, Relaxed Atmosphere Stunning Views of Water, Marina and Islands Beyond
Art and Culture
Howe Sculpture Park and Gallery
236 Double Mountain Road, Eastsound, WAhoweart.net(360) 376-2945Over the past 17 years, I have made a body of suspended and freestanding kinetic sculpture, much of it designed to respond to the exterior natural environment of wind and light.
Lambiel Museum
668 Olga Road, Eastsound, WA 98245lambiel museum.org360-376-4544The Lambiel Museum houses "the most extensive private collection of the finest, original artwork by the San Juan Islands' best artists from 1915 to the present." These include pieces by Helen A. Loggie. Open by appointment only to the public daily for guided tours for groups of two to twelve.
Moran Mansion Museum
Rosario Resort, Orcas Island, WAosarioresort.com/history.htm360-376-2222Stepping into the Moran Mansion at Rosario is stepping back in time. Built between 1906-1909 by Seattle Shipbuilder and Mayor Robert Moran, the mansion features original photographs from the late 1800's and early 1900's, original furnishings and fixtures, and an extensive display of the ships built by the Moran Brothers Company in Seattle. Open to the public for a self-guided tour from 9 am - 9 pm daily.
Orcas Center
917 Mt. Baker Road, Eastsound, WA 98245(360) 376-2281The Orcas Center serves as a Community Theatre, an art gallery, a center for youth programs, a musical center, a meeting place, a facility for receptions, dinners, dances, and fundraising events, a school stage and public meetings.
Orcas Island Historical Museum
181 North Beach Road, Eastsound, WAorcasmuseum.org(360) 376-4869Our mission is to educate, inspire, connect and involve our community and visitors in the stewardship of our unique island history. We offerinew exhibits, presentations and speakers, tours, research assistance, the annual Historical Day Fair, and more. regular visitation hours
Shops and Galleries
Crow Valley Pottery
2274 Orcas Road, Eastsound, WA 98245http://www.crowvalley.com(360) 376-4260Two locations: Eastsound gallery & the homestead. Opened in 1959, Crow Valley Pottery continues to focus on artists creating original works in a variety of media. Potters Jeffri Coleman and Michael Rivkin anchor an exciting gallery unmatched in the islands for its breadth of artists. Be sure to visit both the cabin and our in-town gallery.
Darvill's Bookstore
296 Main Street, Eastsound, WA 98245(360) 376-2135Books, calendars, journals, music and intriguing gifts for all ages and interests. Wide selections of local and regional topics and history. Coffee bar overlooks the waters of East Sound.
Kathryn Taylor Chocoates
109 North Beach Road, Eastsound, WA 98245kathryntaylorchocolates.com(360) 376-1030Chocolate making for us is a medium for blending art and pure ingredients. We are passionate about craftsmanship. We design and create by hand every chocolate that we make.
Kay's Antiques & Collectibles
North Beach Road, Eastsound, WA 98245360-376-4538Ever-changing array of great finds, antiques, collectibles, gifts, jewelry, Orientalia, Persian rugs, accent accessories, glassware and treasures of the heart. In Our House mall, Eastsound.
Nest Flowers
Main Street at North Beach Road, Eastsound, WA 98245.nestflowers.com360.376.4580Simply tell us your floral needs and we'll create a custom arrangement emphasizing texture and color, tailored to suit your occasion and budget. Nest provides flowers for all events from small gatherings to weddings and other special occasions of any size.
Orcas Island Pottery
338 Old Pottery Roadwww.orcasislandpottery.com(360) 376-2813Established since before WWII and situated on west facing waterfront, this cooperative displays the works of about two dozen potters. Introductions to the potters, many photographs of their work.
Orcas Island Artworks
217 Main Street, Eastsound, WA 98245orcasartworks.com(360) 376-4408Orcas Island Artworks in the village of Olga is a treasure for visitors and locals. It offers the finest selection of local art and crafts in the San Juan Islands.
Pawki's For Pets
199 Main Street Eastsound, WA 98245360-376-3648If youare a visitor to paradise here, come by for a full line of healthy, natural foods and treats for dogs and cats, toys to amuse and exercise your pets (and yourself!), items for pet care and grooming, travel supplies and a wide variety of accessories and gifts.
Peter C. Fisher Gallery
138 N. Beach Road, Eastsound WA 98245http://petercfisher.com1.800.920.8918 or 360.376.5955Eclectic collections of works. Opening May 25: "Historic Orcas Photographs"
Shinola Jewelry
172 North Beach Road, Eastsound, WA 98245360.376.4508Fine quality handcrafted jewelry in precious metals by goldsmith Vance Stephens. Fine gemstones, diamonds, pearls. Custom designs. Unique designs in Venetian glass, handmade beads, gemstones and pearls by Antoinette Botsford.
Community Services
Deer Harbor Community Club
4319 Deer Harbor Road, Deer Harbor, WAdeerharborcommunityclub.orgDeer Harbor Community Club is located on beautiful Orcas Island, Washington. A potluck, open to everyone in the community, is held on the second Friday of each month. The club also is available to rent for functions.
Healing Arts Center
453 North Beach Road in Eastsound, WAhttp://orcashealingarts.org360-376-4002Bodywork and Holistic Health Care on Orcas Island offering a range of health services including Massage Therapy & Bodywork, Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, Energy Healing, Reiki and more.
Orcas Family Health Center
1286 Mount Baker Road, Eastsound, WA 98245orcasfamilyhealthcenter.org(360) 376-7778If you need medical care while visiting or vacationing here on Orcas Island, Orcas Family Health Center welcomes you and will provide professional, friendly and courteous service.
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce
65 North Beach Road Eastsound, WA 98245http://orcasislandchamber.com(360) 376-2273Pick your pleasure on Orcas Island. It's a magical mix of arts and culture, lush forests, placid lakes and endless outdoor possibilities. Charming villages of Olga, Deer Harbor, Westsound and Orcas Village dot the island as centers of culture, art and cuisine. Relax and enjoy the island's quality sampling of restaurants, boutiques, art galleries and museums.
Orcas Island Library
500 Rose Street, Eastsound, WA 98245orcaslibrary.org(360) 376-4985Hours: Monday-Thursday — 10am to 7pm Friday-Saturday — 10am to 5pm Sunday — noon-3pm
Orcas Mandala Yoga Studio
138 North Beach Road, Eastsound, WA 98245orcasmandala.com360-298-0218Deepen your personal practice or inspire your vacation, wedding, or event with a specialized Yoga or Bodywork session. Compassionate Certified Instructors in a variety of Yoga styles.
Orcas Online
254 North Beach Roadwww.orcasonline.com(360) 376-4124High Speed Broadband. Orcas Online offers DSL as well as Wireless Internet. DSL is available throughout San Juan County.
Orcas Athletics
188 A Street Eastsound, WA 98245orcasathletics.com(360) 376-6361Locally owned and operated, serving the residents and visitors to Orcas Island since 1996. Our premier retreat has everything you need to renew yourself in a comfortable, friendly and relaxing environment. Orcas Spa offers a wide variety of massages, body treatments, skin care services, acupuncture treatments and manicures & pedicures. Orcas Athletics offers caring and compassionate professionalism. We are dedicated to feeding you mind, strengthening your body and lifting your spirit. We are here to help you create a full sense of well-being inside and out.
Orcas Veterinary Service
429 Madrona St., Eastsound, WA 98245(360) 376-6374Ronald Schuler, DVM. Regularly scheduled office hours plus emergency response.
Ray's Pharmacy
5 Templeton center, Eastsound, WA 98245(360) 376-2230Ray's is a locally owned and operated independent retail pharmacy and general store providing a complete pharmacy, along with gifts, toys, candy, Hallmark greeting cards, beer, wine and much more.
San Juan Web Inc
254 North Beach Roadwww.sanjuanweb.com(360) 376-6411The paradise known as The San Juan Islands consist of 172 islands with names. Three major islands (with ferry service) are Lopez Island, Orcas Island and San Juan.
San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau
640 Mullis Streetwww.visitsanjuans.com(360) 378-3277Provides information for travelers to the San Juan Islands, including accommodations, events and seasonal attractions, shopping, ferries.
Steven Bailey, DMD
83 Mt. Baker Rd. Eastsound, WA 98245orcasdentist.comPhone: 360-376-2656Dr. Bailey offers comprehensive dentistry including basic exams and preventative treatment for the entire family.
Emmanuel Episcopal Parish
218 Main Street, Eastsound, WA 98245orcasislandepiscopalchurch.org360-376-2352Historic church on the water. Sunday services. We welcome you to Orcas Island and invite you to participate. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding our worship services.
Orcas Island Community Church
176 Madrona Street, Eastsound, WA 98245OrcasChurch.org360-376-6332A family friendly, evangelical, church. Hours: Sunday mornings at 9 am and 10:30 am, with Sunday school available for children through 6th grade at the 10:30 service. Other activities for all ages available throughout the year.
St. Francis Catholic Church
North Beach & Mount Baker Roads, Eastsoundhttp://stfrancissji.org(360) 378-2910Service Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
107 Enchanted Forest Road Eastsound, WA 98245(360) 376-6683
Jehovahs Witness Church
North Beach Rd at Mt. Baker Road, Eastsound, WA 98245(360) 376-5041


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About The Designer
Attracted to the natural beauty of freshwater pearls, I design pieces that are elegant and timeless, yet incorporate my unique touch. My style can best be described as "kicked up classic." By starting with the best quality components available, my pieces are also durable and lasting.
While helping a friend start her jewelry business ten years ago, I discovered the joy of using fine motor skills to create beautiful objects. I began by making bookmarks and wine charms out of memory wire, pearls and semi-precious stones. Then Buffalo Fleece and Outerwear, a local store in Buffalo's Elmwood Village, asked me to create Buffalo-themed key chains and zipper pulls and then jewelry for their store. Through this project, I discovered my true passion, and Bliss Designs was born.
Since that time, I have created thousands of pieces of jewelry — from classy freshwater pearl necklaces to funky earrings. Through my Buffalo, New York-based business, I have the opportunity to help customers discover beaded jewelry that expresses their personality and tastes. I also help them select individual, custom-made gifts, such as bridal party sets. This is a true joy.
You can find my jewelry at several gift shops, such as The Museum Store in the Burchfield Penney Art Center at Buffalo State College, September's Bride in Holland, MI, Enjoy the Journey Art Gallery in West Seneca, NY, anatomy in downtown Buffalo and local art shows. You also can contact me for custom pieces. If I have the materials on hand, I could complete custom work within a week, within 2 if I need to order specific size or color pearls.
I have served on the board of Artists in Buffalo Inc since 2008, am a partner with Urban Artisans since 2008, and with Bliss & Bejewelled Benefit Bazaars since 2004. We've raised more than $50,000 for local charities, such as Gilda's Club WNY, Child & Family Services Haven House, Hospice Buffalo and more.
I believe jewelry is more than an accessory; it's an expression of a woman's inner self. Let me help you find yours with my beautiful creations.
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Designer Spotlight: Anne Bliss
I quit my job as a Customs Broker/office manager to stay home when our first child was born. I started Bliss Designs when our oldest was 9, part time, with a plan of 2-3 art shows a year.It has grown since then.
I'm sure my reasons are common: I wanted flexibility, the ability to work from home around the kid's schedules, a creative outlet and some adult conversation. Now that our son is off to college and our daughter is almost a teen, I have much more time and am ready to get to the next level.
While helping a friend start her jewelry business eight years ago, I discovered the joy of using fine motor skills to create beautiful objects. I began by making bookmarks and wine charms out of memory wire, pearls and semi-precious stones. Then Buffalo Fleece and Outerwear, a local store in Buffalo's Elmwood Village, asked me to create Buffalo-themed key chains and zipper pulls and then jewelry for their store. Through this project, I discovered my true passion, and Bliss Designs was born.
I wanted to create a new line and started playing with resin. I had purchased some copper bezels and they were fun. Then my husband wondered why I didn't use the copper pipe that he has laying around from remodeling our 1896 home. I patiently explained why that wouldn't work, and then realized I had an exciting challenge! It took a few months of trial and error but I finally figured it out.
I've had outstanding feedback and sales from my line of recycled copper plumbing pipe pendants filled with resin and freshwater pearls.
I love to work with beautiful pearls. Seriously! have you looked into a good quality pearl lately? They seem almost alive with depth & colors.
I also love copper. It's a natural material that can change color in interesting ways.
I have been able to use my jewelry business to help raise and donate over $53000.00 to local Buffalo charities since 2004 by co-producing "Bliss & Bejewelled Benefit Bazaars", craft shows where the artists donate 20% of sales.
I'm curious. I always love learning new things.
I do very well in my local market from art shows and boutique sales and would like to reach a larger audience and sell more online or have wholesale accounts out of this area.
9 questions from Stephanie, an editor with Jones Publishing:
1) Your full name. Where do you live?
Anne Bliss. Buffalo. NY.
2) Were you educated as an artist? Did you study jewelry making or some other crafts? If so, where? If not, where did you learn?
No formal artistic education. However, I was always creative, since my mother taught me how to make Barbie clothes when I was a child. I would sew, knit, crochet or cross stitch. Every year I made about 30 Christmas gifts for family. In 2002, a friend started a jewelry business and asked several playgroup moms to help her to get ready for her first big show. I'd always loved pearls, and when I saw her buy strands of them, along with so many pretty semi-precious beads, I decided to make fancy wine charms for everyone that Christmas. I used pearl covered ring memory wire with a semi-precious stone dangle. I was having so much fun that I decided to make more. I had my first show in the spring of 2003. When an order for 100 strands of pearls came in, I was in hooked. It didn't take long to transition from making wine charms, and then napkin rings, to jewelry. My friend was a mentor. I learned by helping her with her business, and then I started my CraftsReport subscription. I learned so much about running my own business from your magazine. I also subscribed to a few jewelry making magazines and fine-tuned my technique over the years. My brand focus on pearls is the net result.
3) How would you describe this up-cycled jewelry? Who is its intended audience?
I title the collection Bliss Cu – Bliss for the pearls, which is my focus, and the Cu to distinguish this collection as copper rather than my usual sterling silver. I think it's kind of funky, while still appealing to those who, like me, love pearls and want a more casual way to wear them. My ideal customer is someone who appreciates hand crafted, loves art and wants to stand out from the crowd. She is from 35 – 50 years old and of medium income – wanting to spend more than costume but who doesn't want to wear high end on a daily basis.
4) Do you have a mission or an artistic philosophy? Please share with us?
I love the way that my jewelry business gives me the opportunity to participate in the larger artistic community.
I thrilled to be able to use what I do to raise money for charities that I care about. I donate regularly to many charity auctions, and have participated in, helped organize, and run many charity art shows, where we have many artists donate 20% of gross sales to a particular charity. Another jeweler (Mary Czajkowski of Bejewelled) and I put together several of these and raised over $50,000. When is the artists are able to donate over $1000 to a charity that they truly care about, it's a very special and beautiful thing.
I am also on the board of Artists in Buffalo, Inc, and share the responsibility of organizing an annual Holiday Open Studios and Galleries weekend. http://www.artistsinbuffalo.org/
5) Are you married? Does your spouse and/or your kids help out with your artwork?
John and I have been married for 24 years – and we are still blissful! We have 2 beautiful children. Zach is 19 and just finished his second year studying astrophysics at the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario Canada, and Zena, who will be starting high school this coming September.
Zach has worked art festivals with me. Zena hasn't done much work for me yet. Both support what I do and help out around the house when I'm working a deadline.
My husband is the inspiration for my copper line. I'll explain that in #9. He is also a hobby woodworker, and has built many display items and workroom furniture. If I can draw a picture, he can make it.
6) How do you decide what types of jewelry to create? You do necklaces and also earrings, bracelets? Anything else?
The necklaces and earrings were easy to figure out, and so they were first. I have in the past, and am still having, a difficult time with deciding on a design for bracelets. The design that I love the most is too labor intensive to be sold at a price that matches the other pieces. I do sell some that are like a charm bracelet; with the copper chain and a small dangle. I feel that the single dangle is lonely, but to add more would drive up the price too high. I've also created it as a watch style, with the chain attached on either side. I'm still waiting to be inspired to make just the right design.
When I was refining my technique, I put all my imperfect pieces on key chains. They sold REALLY well! But now that I've perfected it, I don't think they would sell at $50/piece, so I've stopped offering it.
It's a constant balance to come up with what will sell and at what price point, and can I do that at a profit.
7) If no one had ever seen your work before, how would you describe it?
It's a little window into the beauty of natural elements. A slice of cleaned up recycled copper pipe is a frame for freshwater pearls that are locked in clear resin.
8) Why should a retailer want to order your jewelry? What distinguishes your designs from others?
My jewelry fits in best with galleries, eco-friendly stores, and women's clothing boutiques.
I know everyone says this, but I feel like my jewelry really is unique. Beautiful, casual, a touch of fancy with an eco-friendly twist.
It shows best when hanging. Customers can't help but touch them. Then they feel that it has weight but is not too heavy. That it looks heavy is my number one complaint. They are surprised when they touch it and see that it isn't heavy at all, and in fact weighs less than a single strand of pearls.
My goal is to shift to mostly wholesale, other than one or two local art festivals to test out new products and find out what people respond to.
9) Anything you want to add? (How did you decide to use plumbing material and freshwater pearls. Such a unique combo.)
Coming up with this design was an evolution! I started with wanting to work with resin. Resin is more casual, so I thought I'd use a less expensive metal than the sterling, but couldn't go all the way to base metal. I want to make a product that will be heirloom quality. I decided on copper, ordered some pre-made bezel pendants and started to play. I loved what I came up with, and when I showed them to my husband, he said "why are you BUYING copper when I have so much of it in the basement?"
We live in a large 1896 Victorian that we bought in 1999 and have been fixing up ever since. In 2000, we had gutted the kitchen and moved everything around, so all that copper pipe was just gathering dust in the basement. We had also re-done a bathroom (I only use freshwater pipe, fyi) and had changed out the heating system from copper pipe/hot water to forced air. I asked him, what could I do with pipe? I need a base for the resin to sit in, the pipe wouldn't work!
Then my brain started spinning and I was obsessed with figuring it out. It took several months, and I had to learn how to use power tools for the first time. Finding the right way to keep the resin in a frame instead of a bezel was a particular challenge.I changed from 2 part resin to UV curing resin when I couldn't get rid of all the teeny tiny bubbles and the pearls moved around during the time that it took to set. Did you know that copper warms up and expands when put under UV light? That posed another challenge, as the copper would pop up and resin would leak out.
I have a short video showing my process: http://blissdesigns.net/copper/
I love how the copper is a frame for the pearls. I love how it allows us to wear pearls in a much more casual way, and yet still be put together. I get compliments all the time when I'm out, even at the grocery store or the mall. I hear the same feedback from my customers.
I have also experimented with semi-precious stones but was unimpressed. I have some made with fossils that my daughter and I pulled out of the ground. I really love those, but they don't sell as well as the pearls, because they are not as colorful. Men like to wear them – they are unisex. image here: http://blissdesigns.net/shop/necklace-cu/fossil-large-recycled-copper-pipe-necklace-2/
I also made some with beach stones and they are very pretty, but again, not as alive and colorful as the pearls.
Pearls have depth and warmth.


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Delicious deserts and beautiful bakers! Check out the fashion and the frosting at this one of a kind cake shop. Dress the chef and design the deserts!
Use your mouse to click on the floating clothing and cake accessories and style up this chic chef and her freshly frosted cake!


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FP's Situation Report: The video of Bergdahl's release; A full Senate briefing today; Did six really die for Bergdahl?; A healthcare CEO could get the nod for VA; and a bit more.
By Gordon Lubold with Nathaniel Sobel
The Taliban released a video of Bergdahl's release in eastern Afghanistan. The first images of the peaceful transfer of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, clad in traditional Afghan dress, looking confused and dazed by the daylight, appeared late yesterday. The Pentagon had no immediate plans to release any such images, but the Taliban had other ideas. The WSJ's Maria Abi-Habib in Kabul: "...In the video, an Afghan insurgent, his face hidden by a scarf, tells Sgt. Bergdahl menacingly in Pashto moments before the release: "Don't come back to Afghanistan. Next time we catch you, you won't leave here alive." Armed insurgents surrounding the pickup truck laugh as Sgt. Bergdahl bows his head, looking confused and scared. 'Long live the holy warriors of Afghanistan! Long live the great holy warrior and the leader of the believers, Mullah Mohammad Omar!' the insurgents chant, referring to the Taliban leader who has eluded U.S. capture since 2001." Watch the video here.
Pentagon Presssec Rear Adm. John Kirby's statement on the video: "We are aware of the video allegedly released by the Taliban showing the transfer into U.S. hands of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl. We have no reason to doubt the video's authenticity, but we are reviewing it. Regardless, we know the transfer was peaceful and successful, and our focus remains on getting Sgt. Bergdahl the care he needs."
There's also this from the WSJ's Adam Entous, Dion Nissenbaum and Michael Crittenden: "Two secret videos showing rapid deterioration in Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl's health persuaded reluctant military and intelligence leaders to back the prisoner swap that has stoked a backlash, officials said Tuesday, as the Army launched a new probe into why the soldier disappeared from base shortly before his capture by the Taliban in 2009." See that here.
This evening, the full Senate is invited to a briefing about the controversial Bergdahl release and to get their many questions answered. We've learned that all Senators are invited to a 5:30pm briefing at the Capitol Visitors Center for a rare, closed-door briefing for the full Senate.
The individuals expected to brief: The Pentagon's No. 2, Bob Work, the deputy Secretary of Defense; Jim Dobbins, State's Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan, or SRAP; Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Sandy Winnefeld, and Robert Cardillo, deputy director of National Intelligence, or DNI.
If America's newly freed POW really was a deserter, the White House is in trouble. FP's John Hudson: "...Rice's remarks championing Bergdahl effectively boxed the White House in and created daylight between it and the Pentagon as military officials responded to tough questions about Bergdahl's past. The dramatic speed in which Bergdahl went from hero to something more complicated led to criticisms of the White House. 'Knowing the background of this soldier to somehow give them this type of hero status, what does that do the mothers and fathers of those other soldiers who were killed in Afghanistan, especially those who were out trying to find [Bergdahl]?' Rep Peter King (R-N.Y.) said on CNN on Tuesday. 'And to have Susan Rice say he conducted himself with honor and distinction, it makes you wonder about all of the things the president is saying.'
"...But the issue over how the administration portrayed Bergdahl is just one among many on the minds of Congress members. Many are still furious over being left in the dark about the prisoner exchange itself. 'It's very disappointing that there was not a level of trust sufficient to justify alerting us,' Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) told reporters at the Capitol on Tuesday. Other lawmakers pledged to grill the administration on this topic during newly-scheduled hearings at the House and Senate Armed Services Committees." More here.
Dempsey and McHugh both say the Bergdahl case is not closed. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Marty Dempsey issued a statement yesterday hinting that Bergdahl could be in hot water. Then The Secretary of the Army, John McHugh, issued his own, essentially agreeing with Dempsey. From the AP: "The nation's top military officer said Tuesday the Army could still throw the book at Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, the young soldier who walked away from his unit in the mountains of eastern Afghanistan and into five years of captivity by the Taliban. Charges are still a possibility, Gen. Martin Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told The Associated Press as criticism mounted in Congress about releasing five high-level Taliban detainees in exchange for Bergdahl. The Army might still pursue an investigation, Dempsey said, and those results could conceivably lead to desertion or other charges." More here.
Secretary of the Army John McHugh yesterday: "...As Chairman Dempsey indicated, the Army will... review this in a comprehensive, coordinated effort that will include speaking with Sgt. Bergdahl to better learn from him the circumstances of his disappearance and captivity. All other decisions will be made thereafter, and in accordance with appropriate regulations, policies and practices."
Should Bergdahl be punished? Obama's Rose Garden appearance on Saturday, with Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl's parents, Robert and Jani, seemed to suggest that the G.I. would return to the U.S. a hero. But with new questions over the last few days about the troops who died trying to find Bergdahl - long suspected of having deserted his unit five years ago - and new statements from senior defense officials indicating that he may still face charges, there's increasing evidence to suggest that the Pentagon could pursue a legal course of action against him. Alex Berenson on the op-ed page of the NYT: "...As a reporter, I embedded for modest stints with American soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq. When I'm asked about those experiences, I always say - and mean - that we civilians don't deserve the soldiers we have. In this case, perhaps, the reverse was true. The White House worked tirelessly to free Sergeant Bergdahl, and did not let the murk around his disappearance stop its decision to trade Taliban detainees for him. I'm no soldier, but that decision seems right to me. No man, or woman, left behind.
"But now that this man is on his way home, what to do with him? The White House clearly erred by pretending that Sergeant Bergdahl was an ordinary prisoner of war and that his return would be cause for unalloyed celebration." More here.
Did President Obama break the law? CS Monitor's Peter Grier: "...The law in question was enacted as part of the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). When he signed that bill into law Obama included a signing statement which warned he might do what he just did. 'The executive branch must have the flexibility ... to act swiftly in conducting negotiations with foreign countries regarding the circumstances of detainee transfers,' said the statement at the time.
"Here's the problem: By themselves, signing statements have no legal force. It may seem odd that Congress didn't include a little wiggle room for emergency contingencies in regards to prisoner handling, but it didn't. Some legal analysts thus conclude that it's pretty clear the swap was illegal under the NDAA language.
Jeffrey Toobin, CNN's senior legal analyst: "'...The law is on the books, and he didn't follow it.'
"The argument doesn't end there, however. What if the law in question is itself unconstitutional? After all, the president of the United States is also the nation's commander in chief under the Constitution (Article II, Section 2, Clause I). That invests him with enormous military powers, particularly in regards to tactical and strategic decisions. What if Congress passed a law requiring a 30-day notice before a president could order troops to patrol? That would pretty clearly be unconstitutional. Some analysts argue that a decision to repatriate a captured soldier isn't much different." More here.
Did six soldiers really die for Bergdahl? Some military officers would tell you the six troops who have been identified as being killed during the search mission for Bergdahl at the time could have been killed regardless of their mission, and to tie it to Bergdahl is thin. The NYT's Charlie Savage and Andrew Lehren take a look at the murky issues surrounding those claims on Page One, here.
All those soldiers criticizing Bergdahl had some Republican messaging help. Buzzfeed's Rosie Grey and Kate Nocera: "A former Bush administration official who was hired, then resigned, as Mitt Romney's foreign policy spokesman played a key role in publicizing critics of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, the released prisoner of war. The involvement of Richard Grenell, who once served as a key aide to Bush-era U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. John Bolton and later worked for Romney's 2012 campaign, comes as the Bergdahl release has turned into an increasingly vicious partisan issue." More here.
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Who's Where When today - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is in Brussels today on about the hump of his 12-day world tour... Marine Commandant Gen. Jim Amos will participate in ceremonies marking the 350th anniversary of the Royal Marines in London... Navy Secretary Ray Mabus will attend D-Day ceremonies in Europe.
First Lady Michelle Obama will announce the Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness this afternoon. As part of this announcement, the First Lady will highlight leaders from over 80 cities, counties, and states across the country who have committed to ending veteran homelessness by 2015.Watch it here.
The Cleveland Clinic's CEO is being considered for the VA post. The names to replace Shinseki at the VA have been floating out there and there are new trial balloons today with the idea that the little known CEO of the Cleveland Clinic, a Vietnam veteran, might be tapped. Veterans groups like the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America and others in the know have suggested the ideal successor would have veteran experience from the last 12 years - Iraq or Afghanistan. Others believe the person has to have a depth of knowledge in healthcare.
The WaPo's Juliet Eilperin: "The White House has approached the Cleveland Clinic's chief executive, Delos 'Toby' Cosgrove, a doctor and Vietnam War veteran, about heading the Department of Veterans Affairs, according to an individual familiar with the discussions. No final decision has been made, according to this individual, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because the White House has yet to formally nominate Cosgrove.
"...The Cleveland Clinic ranks as one of the country's most renowned medical centers and has won plaudits for the quality of its services and its responsiveness to patients' needs. The clinic, which Cosgrove has headed since 2004, has a policy of offering same-day appointments to anyone who calls. Bob Kocher, a former White House adviser on health policy who now does venture capital health-care investments, wrote in an e-mail that if the administration brought on Cosgrove, 'they would be recruiting one of the most successful physician leaders and health system operators to come and turn around the VA. Toby only knows how to do health care at a very high level of quality and will not sleep until he instills a similar ethos into the culture at the VA.'" More here.
Senate Republicans
unveiled their plan to repair the VA by weeding out wrongdoing and expanding
access to private care. Stripes' Travis Tritten: "The bill allows
veterans to choose a private provider if they live far from VA facilities or
have difficulty getting timely care. It also gives the VA secretary more leeway
to fire senior executives and forces the department to set new punishments for
employees who falsify records, according to McCain and co-sponsors Sens. Tom
Coburn, R-Okla., Richard Burr, R-N.C., and Jeff Flake, R-Ariz.
"The Republicans floated the legislation just a day after Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., who caucuses with the Democrats, filed a wide-ranging VA reform bill that would also provides wider access to private care and more authority for the VA secretary to remove incompetent executives.
McCain on Sanders' bill: "Unlike Sen. Sanders' bill, this addresses the root cause of the current VA scandal." More here.
Fraud may mask the true wait times for vets seeking care. Military Times' Meghan Hoyer and Gregg Zoroya: "The Department of Veterans Affairs official internal data show it failed to treat three out of five veterans within its 14-day target period for care, VA statistics obtained by USA Today show. But as bad as those numbers are, greater numbers of patients may have been kept waiting, according to an audit released last week that shows rampant fraud in keeping official appointment records. Some 13 percent of schedulers at 216 VA health facilities said they were instructed in how to falsify the wait times they reported to VA headquarters. At least one instance of false scheduling occurred at 64 percent of the facilities, the audit showed. Those reported numbers, made available through a Freedom of Information Act request, showed that even without the fraud, patients were kept waiting. In the six-month period ending March 31, the VA's 150 hospitals and 820 outpatient clinics failed to treat more than 200,000 veterans who came in for first-time primary care appointments in 14 days." More here.
Recidivism: Moroccan militants released from Guantanamo have returned to Syria's battlefields. The WSJ's Maria Abi-Habib in Casablanca: "A decade ago, the U.S. released three hardened Moroccan militants from Guantanamo and turned them over to the Moroccan government on the assumption they wouldn't return to the battlefield. They wound up leading one of the most violent Islamist groups fighting in Syria's civil war. Their story serves as a cautionary tale days after President Barack Obama released five high-level Taliban figures from the same detention center in a swap for an American soldier held in Afghanistan for nearly five years. By January 2014, about 29% of 614 detainees released from the prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba had returned to violence, according to the Director of National Intelligence." More here.
Former NSA director Alexander implies that Snowden is working for the KGB. In an interview with Bloomberg Television's Trish Regan former NSA director Gen. Keith Alexander said, Edward Snowden is working for someone. General Alexander went on to say he "absolutely agrees" with the former KGB officer, General Kalugin, who said if Snowden is in Russia he's clearing working with the FSB, "I don't think he got out of the airport without making some agreement." Watch the interview here.
Don't get too nostalgic, but we're at the anniversary of Snowden's leaks. Watch Brookings' experts discuss the international implications today. Tomorrow at Brookings, the ACLU's Jameel Jaffer and CATO's Julian Sanchez will face off against former NSA deputy director John "Chris" Inglis and Georgetown Law's Carrie Cordero on the topic of fundamental surveillance reform. Today's deets here, and tomorrow's here.
The NYT's Michiko Kakutani reviews David Ignatius' new novel about the CIA, here.
FP's Elias Groll on the NYT's James Risen and his case at the Supreme Court, here.
Hagel tells the Europeans it's time to pay up. The WaPo's Karen DeYoung: "President Obama's announcement Tuesday of a new $1 billion fund for military operations to reassure nervous eastern European allies was also part of an effort to pressure - or shame - the rest of Europe into paying their fair share of NATO expenses. The U.S. appeal for increased allied defense spending is not a new one. A staple of NATO conferences, it has been made by successive administrations, to little avail. But administration officials, from Obama on down, believe they have a potent new argument thanks to Russian actions, right at NATO's doorstep, in Ukraine. The alliance, they argue, needs to return to first principles of defending itself after two decades of operations far afield in the Balkans and Afghanistan.
Hagel told a meeting of NATO defense ministers: "Many nations appear content for their defense spending to continue declining... if the American people do not see European nations stepping forward to invest in their own defense when their own security is threatened we risk eroding U.S. support for the alliance... As President Obama asks the United States Congress and the American people to support increased investment in European security, we are asking our European allies to do the same." More here.
Obama, in Europe, calls for a billion dollar European security fund. The WSJ's Carol Lee, Julian Barnes and Naftali Bendavid: "President Barack Obama said he would increase joint exercises and send more U.S. military equipment to Eastern Europe, proposing a new $1 billion fund Tuesday to bolster European security and reassure newer U.S. allies worried by what they see as a renewal of Russian aggression. Mr. Obama's announcement, at the start of a four-day European trip, came alongside a decision by European defense ministers meeting in Brussels to bolster a North Atlantic Treaty Organization headquarters in Szczecin, Poland, possibly doubling the current contingent of about 250 troops.
"The billion-dollar fund sought by Mr. Obama would be called the European Reassurance Initiative and would require congressional approval. It would pay for added military exercises in Europe, including further Navy deployments to the Black and Baltic seas. It also could be used to aid the militaries of countries such as Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia, administration officials said. Not all details of the planned U.S. operations were announced Tuesday, including the types of military equipment to be positioned, infrastructure improvements and improvements to local military forces." More here.
A declassified cable from Madeleine Albright, then the U.S. amby to the U.N., reveals the reluctance of the U.S. to respond to the deepening crisis in Rwanda, by the NYT's Mark Landler, here.
In a preview of Obama's D-Day remarks, he'll draw a connection between the Greatest Generation and the 9/11 generation. Reuters' Steve Holland: "... 'There's a continuum of patriotism and sacrifice that you see in this generation and that you saw in the 'Greatest Generation,'' said Ben Rhodes, Obama's deputy national security adviser. The president is expected to use his speech to stress the importance of the U.S-European alliance and underscore his government's commitment to caring for U.S. veterans in the wake of a healthcare scandal at the Veterans Administration." More here.
ICYMI - Who will take on key cyber issues - the White House or Congress? Chris Castelli takes a look for Inside Cybersecurity, here.
Sen. Durbin said the defense appropriations subcommittee should take up the Pentagon spending bill next month. Defense News' John Bennett: "US Senate appropriators are aiming to take up their 2015 Pentagon spending measure just after Independence Day, says Sen. Richard Durbin, D-Ill. 'First week of July,' the Senate Appropriations Defense subcommittee chairman said as he ducked into an elevator near the Senate chamber. 'That's the goal.' The coming markup will be Durbin's second since his surprising ascension to subcommittee chairman. Since, defense firms have upped their campaign contributions to the Senate majority whip. The House's full Appropriations Committee likely will take up its version of the 2015 defense appropriations bill next week, an aide says. Its defense subpanel last week approved a version that would give the Defense Department $570.4 billion. The House version adds monies for fighter jets, electronic-attack planes and maintains 11 aircraft carriers." More here.


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The winners celebrate, Les Moonves on "The Boss'" guitar and other top scenes from inside Grammy weekend's parties.
Also: How Clive Davis masters his ceremony and other things I learned at the center of the music universe.
At a charity gala to raise money for the Grammy charity MusiCares, Bruce Springsteen rocks the room, mocks his fellow musicians and gets "the one-percenters"...
Whitney's dropping in and Amy Winehouse's Grammy surrogate, as the Grammy weekend heats up.
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Jack Black to host tribute to activist-rocker Neil Young as part of Grammy festivities


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'Game of Thrones' Returns with Record High Ratings
4.4 million viewers tuned in to watch Daenerys Stormborm sail into Astapor, Jon Snow play double agent crow, and Sansa Stark count ships during the Season 3 Premiere of Game of Thrones! That's up 13% from the Season 2 Premiere and 4% from the Season 2 Finale! In total, encore showings included, Game of Thrones amassed 6.7 million viewers in total, up 7% from Season 2's opening night ratings.
What did you think of the Season 3 Premiere of Game of Thrones? Looking to catch up? Check out my Recap of Episode 1!
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GREAT! I did not mind that there were so many story lines; should not bother any readers of George RR Martin's books. Can't wait for them to unfold throughout the season.
My favorite moment: The dragon diving, catching, roasting and chomping on its fish dinner; then being stroked affectionately by Mommy Daenerys.