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Team news: Swansea v Newcastle – Coloccini doubtful
Newcastle United, meanwhile, could be without captain Fabricio Coloccini for their Premier League trip to Swansea on Saturday.
The Argentinian hurt his back during Sunday's 4-2 win over Southampton and is struggling to be fit for the trip to south Wales. January signing Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa could take over at the back.
Goalkeeper Rob Elliot will continue to deputise for Tim Krul, who is expected to be sidelined for up to five weeks by the ankle injury he suffered at Metalist Kharkiv last week, while winger Hatem Ben Arfa may travel despite being short of match fitness after recovering from a hamstring tear which has ruled him out since December 10.
Michael Laudrup is set to return Ki Sung-yueng to his regular midfield role for the meeting with Newcastle.
The Korean played at centre-half in the Capital One Cup final win over Bradford, but Kyle Bartley or Garry Monk will partner Ashley Williams against the Magpies.
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Can anyone tell me the difference between smart lipo and pure tumescent lipo? I am just starting to do my research about the procedures. I am tired of my "saddle bags"!
Any one have any thoughts on either procedure?
Well smart lipo isn't true lipo - it's just a laser that supposedly melts away the fat. My worry is what else is it melting away in your body?
I had Smart Lipo to try and shrink my loose skin, but I don't really see any improvement in that area. I didn't really have all that much fat to remove so I don't know much about this part of it. I really just need to be put in the dryer and shrink all my skin!
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LA Angel - that is a scary thought! Have you had lipo done, were you happy with your results if you did have it?
Barbie Doll - I know what you mean my loose skin, I am wondering about that affect as well. When did you have your lipo?
Thanks, I'll look at vaser as well! I was leaning towards pure tumescent lipo because of the local anesthesia aspect.
Where did you have your procedure done. I am starting to look at docs in Southern California.
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A Possible Life by Sebastian Faulks (Henry Holt)
A novel composed of five unconnected stories ranging from France in 1822 to Italy in 2029, centered on characters stymied by chance and haunted by their choices, this effort by Faulks (Charlotte Gray, Birdsong) was generally deemed lovely but scattered.
A Possible Life is described as a novel in five parts, but it is truly a collection of five independent stories linked by the theme of human nature and how we are all inherently connected by our similarities. In stories that take place in different parts of the world and at various points in time, Faulks explores the dark side of our hearts and minds that binds us all, showing how we are all ultimately striving for the same things: peace, hope, and the power to endure. Jocelyn Kelley, Marblehead, MA
Im in awe of what Faulks managed to accomplish in this novel. Taken separately, these five stories would work beautifully: Each is fully developed and captures the essence of a life and its possibilities. Taken together, however, they have a compounding brilliance. This book will resonate for years, as it prompts you to ponder the choices people make about their lives as well as the choices made for them. Carrie Dunham-LaGree, Des Moines, IA
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The story Geoffrey is perhaps the best piece of contemporary literature Ive read this year. In these stories, Faulks displays his ability to lay down pain tenderly: His work can portray something deeply sad, yet the writing is a joy to read. Jolene Singh, New York City
Faulks meditates on the fact that while there are varying obstacles that people face across different generations, the obligations of duty versus the quest for freedom and the choice between right and wrong will always be central. While some characters are more difficult to connect with than others, Faulks does a fantastic job of describing the environments that his five characters find themselves in. I truly felt transported to World War II, Victorian London, the year 2029, France in the 1800s, and the emotional 1970s. Rachel Lawler, Newport, RI
In all the tales, the characters wonder what their lives would have been like if one thing had been done differently. This resonates, because everyone has done something and later wondered what would have happened if a different choice had been made. Natalie Saar, Hollywood, CA
Though this collection is subtitled A Novel in Five Parts, the link between the five stories that make up A Possible Life is too tenuous to allow it to read like a novel. The format means that the narratives get yanked away after too few pages, which makes it difficult to fully commit to any of the stories. By the end, it is obvious that the common themes of life, love, and destiny run through each story, but reaching that destination is a little exhausting. Ginger Pennington, Santa Monica, CA


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Dáil Éireann - Volume 574 - 19 November, 2003
Written Answers. - Anti-Bullying Policy.
Mr. Cuffe Mr. Cuffe
240. Mr. Cuffe asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if the Prison Service has put in place anti-bullying and harassment policy and procedures for its staff as required under health and safety in the workplace legislation. [27758/03]
Mr. McDowell Mr. McDowell
Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell): The Irish Prison Service recognises its obligation to create and maintain a positive working environment where every employee is treated with dignity and respect.
The Civil Service policy document on harassment, sexual harassment and bullying entitled, A Positive Working Environment, applies to general and professional civil servants employed by the Irish Prisons Service. It is also appropriate that this policy should apply to prison staff and, pending finalisation of the relevant procedural changes, complaints in respect of such staff are being dealt with under the prevailing Civil Service policy. The need for revised procedural arrangements for prison staff arises having regard to the existence of the Prison (Disciplinary Code for Officers) Rules 1996 and the requirement to dovetail the Civil Service bullying and harassment policy with the said rules. The requisite con[1650] sultations between the Irish Prison Service and the relevant staff interests on the necessary changes are at an advanced stage and it is expected that they will be completed shortly.
Each prison institution has a safety statement in place which is brought to the attention of all staff. This statement includes a section dealing with bullying and harassment in the workplace. The Irish Prison Service has also put on record its support for the Dignity at Work Charter, and a copy of this charter along with the policy document referred to above has been circulated to safety co-ordinators and safety representatives at each institution for information and for consultation by staff.
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12:09am 15/09/2003
bowling for soup - where to begin
I've been thinking a lot about relationships lately. Kinda longing for one. I just want someone who I have a deeper connection with. That knows me. More than friends. Someone to hold. And hold me. But since I've never really had one, I'm afraid. I don't know if I'm confident enough to put myself out there enough for a relationship like that. Especially if sex becomes a factor. Not like that I'm saving myself. Just that Im so nieve to the subject it intimidates me. Wierd, huh? Oh well. Maybe one day....
ta ta.
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12:30am 14/09/2003
Today was a wierd day. My moods have been all over the place. Maybe cause I didn't get much sleep, I don't know. But I'm not really tired. Don't tell anyone else that, that was my excuse to not go to the party tonight. I just didn't think I would have had fun. In fact, I couldn't think of anything that would be fun. Gah, I can't think straight. It's taking me forever to write this. I hate it around here. I really need to get out of this place. It's so restricting. I think. Maybe it's just me. Or maybe it's the people. Or both. I'm just different than everyone I know around here. And everyone I know is too smalltown minded to be worth talking to. Not necessarily talk, but confide in. I have this whole different part of my life that no one knows about. It's making me insane. Wow, just typing about this is pissing me off. I think I'm gonna go cuddle in my bed for a little while. I can't write anything worth reading right now anyway. bye.
first time
12:00pm 12/09/2003
Queens - no one knows
Well, this is my first time writing a journal. I woke up early this morning (very early for me anyway, like 8:30) with a lot to say. And then there was a forum post with this online journal address on it so I took it as a sign from God that I'm supposed to start a journal. ;). Sadly, however, I got distracted between the time I started to create this and now (11:15) so I've forgotten most of what I wanted to say. But I figured I'd start it anyway so next time I can just start writing. Well...typing. I don't know if I like the typing though, it's kinda loud and distracting. Oh well, everything has it's downfalls. Anyway, I'm gonna use this to record the craziness that has become me. I always have random odd thoughts running through my head. Maybe I should headline it "Journey into the mind of a mad woman, bwahahahaha" Proceed to read with caution. Bwahahaha, Bwahahaha, Bwahahaha. okay. Enough evil.
On a different note, my moods changed alot in just the past few hours. I wonder if everyone changes moods like I do. I wonder what the line is between normal and a disorder. hmmm. Because obviously it's going to be normal to me if it's all I know. I wonder who gets to decide what normal is anyway. I think people should stop worrying about normalness and start celebrating originality. Which I guess is kinda hypocritical since I do worry about normalness. Not other people, I try not to judge, but my normalness. I suppose I'm self-concious. I always wonder how people percieve me. I wish that I could be someone else for just one day to see what it's like being them and knowing me. I think I'm pretty...well...i'd say eclectic.
disclaimer: alot of this journal will probably be me talking about me, which may come off as narcasistic. For some reason lately though I've been thinking insightfully or deeply or something about myself. Kinda like a soul search I guess. Maybe it's because I just graduated and have became friends with so many different types of people. And hadn't had school or work to keep my mind occupied. Or maybe I'm just crazy, who knows really.
Well, I guess I can talk about my day. Although it would probably make more sense to talk about it after it happened. But I do have plans today. I haven't really had plans in a while. I just been kinda hanging out, doing whatever comes up. It seems like I'm usually busy but hardly productive. Today i'm going to the mall and to see cabin fever with Joanna. Joanna. She has time now. If you're not me then you don't know. She's my cousin, same age. Cool to hang out with, when she can. We used to hang out a lot. Well, I take that back. We hang out a lot, when she doesn't have a boyfriend. Or like now, when her b/f is busy. Actually, i guess she is getting better at making time for friends.
I got to go. My stomach is starting to hurt and it is clouding up my thinking. *rubs tummy. *pats head at same time! haha. j/k. okay, no more. it really does hurt. Peace.


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The city's nearness to the States and the drugs flow, coupled with limited social opportunities, helped fuel the environment that made Ciudad Juarez in Mexico the most violent city in the world. In 2008, when the Sinaloa Cartel entered to take over the local drug trade, the cartels began employing kids. Working for a cartel is for many youngsters the alternative to working for a foreign company and manufacture plants for a meager wage, les than 100 US dollars a week in a city where the cost of living is nearly as high as in the States.
Dominic Bracco II (1986, Texas, USA) documents the effects of Mexican and North American policies on the border region where he was raised. He depicts the daily violence and gives the most vulnerable social group in Juarez a face. These young men and women carry the name Los Ninis, and neither work or study. Nearly half of all Juarez residents between the ages of 14 and 24 fall into this category and they make up a quarter of the city's total homicide victims. Without work, or a real incentive to work, young people are increasingly turning to the cartels where the boundaries between crime and an honest path are often blurred by the bloodshed and fear enveloping the city.
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It's gooey. It's gummy. It's like glue. It's oobleck!
I love activities that correlate with children's books, and this is one of our favorites. After reading about the green sticky goop that falls from the sky in Dr. Seuss's Bartholomew and the Oobleck, amaze your kids by making real oobleck! It is one of the simplest activities you can do, and it will keep your kids entertained for hours.
All you need is cornstarch, water, food coloring, and a big bowl.
Dump 3 cups of cornstarch into a big bowl. Add about 8 drops of neon green food coloring, and about 4 drops of regular green food coloring. Mix it all together.
The food coloring will disappear into the cornstarch. Slowly add about a cup and a half of water and let your little ones stir it in. As they stir, the oobleck will start to turn green. You can also add the food coloring right to the water before pouring it into the bowl, but we like watching it turn green like magic.
It will be very hard to stir in all the water, so get your hands in there and start working it all together. You may have to add a little more cornstarch or a little more water to get the right consistency. The oobleck should flow when you tip the bowl, but feel solid when you hit it or rub your finger across the surface.
Oobleck is perfect for introducing the concepts of solid vs liquid to small children. Let them explore what actions make the oobleck act as a solid, and what actions make it act as a liquid.
Hit it, squeeze it, pour it, marvel at it's uniqueness. And if the kids won't let you get your hands in the bowl, just wait until they go to bed and then it is yours, all yours.
After a few hours of playing with our neon green oobleck, her hands were a little shriveled. And a little green. It faded within a few hours, and after a bath, they were back to normal.
If you would rather that your kids hands aren't tinted, you could leave out the food coloring and just have white oobleck. But that isn't as much fun. And this blog isn't called Modern Parents Clean Kids.
Oobleck will keep for quite a while. Just cover it, and the next time you want to play with it, add as much water as needed to get it back to the right consistency. When you are finished with your oobleck, let it dry out and put it into the compost or garbage can instead of trying to wash it down the sink. Because remember what happened in the Kingdom of Didd…
How fun is this activity? I was just about to reserve a copy of Bartholomew and the Oobleck at the library when I realized we already have it in this 5-in-1 Dr. Seuss book. I can't wait to try it with the kids this week.
Also, wouldn't this be just perfect for the kiddos at a Halloween party? Or maybe a fun gift – the book plus a small bag of cornstarch with super secret food coloring inside and directions for how to make it? The possibilities are endless. Thanks so much to Kaley for another ingenius DIY!
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I hear that the cakes in this film are amazing. I haven't seen the film but would love to see the cakes - does anyone have a link to any images? It would be good to build up a database of cakes used in films and their designers as they're usually gorgeous!
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In about two months time, we are hoping, praying, and trusting that the campus will be packed full of hundreds, perhaps thousands, of teenagers. The generational future of the Church will be in the Grove enjoying the best in Christian rock music. Vendors will be providing burgers, pizzas, and wraps for lunch. Quidditich will be played in the morning. The Good News of God's saving action in Christ will be shared through word and music. Countless Christians in the region will learn, for the first time, about Virginia Theological Seminary. Parents and teenagers will make their first journey on to the campus. Brothers and sisters in other denominations will be forced to take a fresh look at the Episcopal Church. Caricatures of our tradition and of the Seminary will crumble and have to change. In a very real way, people will have to look at us differently.
This is describing the VTS Christian Rock Festival, which will be held on Saturday April 13, 2013. Registration for the Festival is now open; we need everyone who is planning to come to register at
(so we can track numbers accurately and know when to close registration). We will need volunteers (lots of them, to help with parking, band hospitality, and Quidditich organization).
This is our opportunity to give back to others. We enjoy these ninety acres every day - on April 13, we will share this beautiful campus with lots of guests. We provide many opportunities for folks to enjoy the traditional Anglican music - on April 13, we will provide an opportunity for those who prefer contemporary Christian Rock music. We put the vast majority of our resources in providing events and activities for Episcopalians - on April 13, we will put our resources into a major ecumenical event.
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Stylin' the Diabetes Way
Jan Chait
July 3, 2012
How do you come to terms with the changes you need to make to manage Type 2 diabetes? For the most part, we're older, with jobs and families and habits galore. If you're like me, you'll go through several styles before finding the one that fits you while still allowing you to maintain as much control as diabetes lets you. (You see, diabetes doesn't like to play nice.)
Jan's emerald from Colombia.
When I selected my emerald in Colombia earlier this year, I chose a rough cut. It hasn't been cut and polished and fit into a premanufactured setting. Instead, it was allowed to maintain its natural shape and the setting was fit around the stone. I chose it because I don't want to have something everybody else has. However, while looking at it recently, it seemed to fit my way of looking at diabetes: Don't stuff me into a box (or prongs or bezels); teach me how to run free.
My fasting level was 311 mg/dl when I was diagnosed on January 2, 1986. The only education I got was: "Here. Follow this. Don't eat any sugar." And I was given a piece of paper with the American Diabetes Association's exchange diet on it. Diabetes education? What was that?
For those of you who are unfamiliar with it, you ate a set amount of meat, fat, vegetables, fruit, dairy, and grains per meal. Portion sizes were listed under each category, and you could substitute this amount of, say, peas, for that amount of carrots, etc. Also, as I recall, it was a pretty bland diet. There was absolutely no nod to different ethnicities, religious practices, or anything like that. Heck, I couldn't even figure out how to make an everyday casserole from that darned piece of paper, much less whomp up a batch of tzimmes. And when Passover came along and I couldn't even find anybody who knew what a matzoh was, much less how much equaled a slice of bread…I gave up.
Oh. Did I tell you about my job? It wasn't exactly conducive to carefully thought-out meals. It was more grab-and-go whenever you could. I was a reporter and then night city editor for a daily newspaper. Meals tended to be interrupted by things like murders, fires, earthquakes… Stuff like that. Schedules? You could make all you wanted, but they usually fell apart.
So I ignored diabetes for nine years or so. The problem with diabetes is, it doesn't ignore you. I had a recurring yeast infection for three years, but didn't know enough about diabetes to know that running consistently high blood glucose contributed to that. I was told to check my glucose, but — still not sent for education — didn't have a clue what my glucose was supposed to be. I couldn't drink enough water. I couldn't stay out of the bathroom. I couldn't stay awake and was afraid to drive very far.
Why didn't I go to the doctor? I at least knew that insatiable thirst and frequent urination was connected with diabetes. Simply, I didn't want somebody to hand me that dreaded piece of paper.
Came the day when the mayor (I was then working for the city) told my assistant to take me to the emergency room. There, I gave myself my first insulin injection. At that point, I later found out, my HbA1c was 17.4%. (I believe they have different charts now that don't go that high.)
I started taking insulin, but my doctor didn't quite know what to do. A friend recommended an endocrinologist. She promised they wouldn't give me a piece of paper with a diet on it, so I went.
Wow! The office had certified diabetes educators (CDEs)! I saw a nurse educator and a registered dietitian (RD). Not only did I begin learning about diabetes, but the RD, CDE was asking me questions like what did I like to eat? What brands? When did I eat? She worked with me to develop a meal plan I could live with.
The plan was based on two injections a day of NPH and Regular insulin — which is what was available at the time. I had three meals and three snacks, of a set amount of carbohydrates, at particular times, based on insulin peaks.
"I can do this for the rest of my life!" I told myself. "Everybody should eat like this!" And I set forth to convince my friends with diabetes that I'd found the Holy Grail and they should all jump on the bandwagon and ride it with me into everlasting diabetic euglycemia.
Luckily, my friends listened, smiled, did what they wanted, and remained my friends.
Did it last? Well, there was the day I went slamming into the bedroom, threw myself on the bed and began crying, "I can't do this any more!" And there was the dinner out when I decided to finally order a dish I'd been looking at for some time and (after the server left and I'd taken my insulin) my husband said, "Jan, your diab…" After which I wasn't hungry, but had to eat, and did so with tears running down my face.
Needless to say, even without the dreaded piece of paper, lack of flexibility in carb counts and timing of meals and snacks weren't my thing.
Next step? Multiple injections and a loosened schedule made easier by the release of rapid-acting insulin. Although I did get the usual, "but you're a Type 2 in good control," from my endocrinologist. (So what? I wanted my freedom! Why don't people with a functioning metabolism understand that?)
Finally, the ultimate freedom: an insulin pump. With only rapid-acting insulin in that puppy, I count my carbs and eat what I want, when I want.
Does that mean I run amok, lounging around eating bon-bons, chips and dip, and food of that ilk? Nope. For the most part, I eat healthful foods. Sometimes I don't. I just don't have to eat set amounts at particular times. My forays tend to be along the lines of, say, potato soup, which is an old comfort food my grandmother made me. Back in the day, however, I ate potato soup with my crackers and I ate potato soup frequently. Now, I eat potato soup maybe twice a year and with nary a cracker in sight. I don't make a lot of potato soup at a time, either. (I do make a huge batch of vegetable soup, however.)
Since I tend to think of one package as one serving, I buy small packages of treats.
Depending on my mood, I can make a pizza with a prepared crust, a little bit of sauce, lots of veggies, and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. Or I can eat a piece of pizza and a large salad. Or I can join the hordes of young adults who tend to gather in my house and just eat pizza. The latter doesn't happen very often. The pizza-eating; not the kids.
Exercise is good for lowering blood glucose. It doesn't have to be fancy: Taking a walk will do it. I grew up walking, roller-skating, and riding a bicycle. I roller-skated into my 50s (somebody had to teach the grandchildren!), then I broke some bones in my foot. Walking continued until my arthritis got too bad. Bike riding continued until the Achilles tendon fiasco. Now exercise is kind of contained to moving back and forth from my scooter to chairs, my kitchen stool, the toilet and bed, and boogying in my chair. A friend told me about recumbent tricycles, which I still need to check out to see if I can get in and out of one.
I feel like I have freedom now while still taking care of diabetes. I'm not perfect — far from it. But I've learned that, when I stumble, the best thing to do is pick myself up and get back with the program.
If you want more freedom, more flexibility, there may be a way. Find a good CDE and see what you can work out. My belief is that you're more likely to maintain decent control most of the time if you have a diabetes regimen that fits your style.
I have been Type 1 for 55 years, my entire life. There has been so much wonderful change in treatment and knowledge of the formula for treating diabetes (medication, insulin pumps, food, exercise, adequate sleep, etc. I am a brittle diabetic, but my A1c has improved since getting an insulin pump. American Insurance Companies should pay for insulin pumps and supplies 100%, but do not. Something should be done to convince this issue as I have had fewer emergency room visits for hypoglycemia than prior. Every emergency room visit that is avoided saves the insurance company a minimum of at least $1000. The other best treatment approach to come about has been carb counting. We now know that carbs are the factor that causes blood sugar increases and decreases coupled with exercise. When I was a child, carb counting was not even understood. I ate a certain amount and took the same insulin no matter what the carb/protein/fat balance of the meal was. The diabetic diet is something all of America should eat. One other dietary matter that helps is using low GI foods, and also adequate fiber. I have been using this principle for about 12 years, but did not get really serious until I had a silent (no symptoms) heart attack, and was told I quit working 64 hours a week. I am now working part-time and recently approved for disability. Not working so much has given me more adequate time to focus on my care, which is a full time job. I wish family and friends who are mentors could and would attend diabetes education also, as they often do not understand that management is an individualized issue. The same does not work for every one. I am doing much better with my A1c with all of the above approaches. Yes it is a lot of work, takes a lot of teaching, and learning. My endocrinologist and CDE are the members of my care team I most highly rely on.
Posted by: Barb | Jul 08, 2012 06:11 PM
I have been a CDE in the Boston area for close to 25 years and I am also Jan's friend. Jan and I 'met' close to 20 years ago - over the phone. She called my office to interview me for a newspaper story she was writing about diabetes and needless to say, we have been friends ever since. I still laugh when I remember the heading for 'my' story – "You know you have diabetes when … … You get stuck in traffic and have to create a meal out of a handful of stale pretzels, two glucose tablets, three lifesavers and a tube of icing!" On a more serious note, I would like to post some of my thoughts in response to past comments about Jan, as well as Jan's blog today. I understand the challenges and struggles a person faces with newly diagnosed diabetes and how difficult it is to progress toward healthy lifestyle choices that affect diabetes control. I also know many people who have had diabetes for 25, 50, and even 75 years and I have learned a great deal from them about how they have lived their life with this chronic condition. There is no doubt that when you have diabetes, you not only have to deal with a chronic condition, but with the rest of your life as well. Each day, people with diabetes are faced with a choice between doing the 'right thing' or 'living normally'. Diabetes control is not about being perfect, it's about good control. Every situation presents a choice that respects both the needs of your diabetes and your need to live a fairly normal life. Jan always speaks with knowledge, respect, concern, and tenderness. She understands that despite the wonderful advances in diabetes therapy over the years, there are no perfect tools and that life is not about being perfect. It's about choices that allow you to live a reasonably normal life with diabetes. Jan has learned how to integrate diabetes into her life, and not segregate it from her life. The coping skills she uses to deal with diabetes are the very skills she uses to deal with her day-to-day existence – education, research, humor, a touch of sarcasm, a heap of courage, and a big dose of 'reality'. Yes, Jan's Pollyanna gene is alive and well. You go girl! K.A. Chalmers, MS, RD, CDE
Posted by: Karen | Jul 05, 2012 10:23 AM
When my husband was starting the diabetes journey (out of the blue at age 49 he was diagnosed with Type 1), our insurance paid $1200 to send him and a guest to 12 hours of diabetes classes. It was about the best money the company has ever spent on us! I would hate to think of what would have happened to us and our marriage (still happy at 31 yrs) if we hadn't had such good training at the beginning. Diabetes is a hard disease. Ha! but I'm preaching to the choir. I read your blogs whenever you post. Your real and authentic conversation about living with diabetes encourages me a lot. thanks!
Posted by: Sheri | Jul 05, 2012 06:13 AM
This was an excellent article. I never found a CDE that would work with me though. It was all so rigid and regimented. I have never been able to fit regular scheduled meals into my life for one reason or another. And the drugs just made me more ill. I quit the drugs and use diet and exercise to control my sugar. I try to eat healthy and I am proud of the fact that I don't have the swollen ankles and red face and other give away signs of diabetes. I find that fruit, veggies and greens allow me to maintain my health. No dairy and not much grain. I was in a scooter for about 10 years, but lately, despite the neuropathy, I have been more on my feet. Life is so much better!
Posted by: J. White | Jul 05, 2012 02:23 AM
Hi Jan & Karen, I'm new to this blog, however Jan's story was really good for me to read. The final words that hit home were: "when I stumble, the best thing to do is pick myself up and get back with the program." I am a type 2 diabetic and have been working with a doctor for the past year to control and manage my diabetes and weight loss. I've managed to lose 30 of the 306 pounds I carry since August/2011 but it's been an up and downhill battle. I was on a low carb program for several months and managed to get my A1C down from 6.5 to 6.1 in May, however I had vacation scheduled in late May and my daughter's graduation in June with out of town guest in my home. Then with the Independence day barbecue, I'm still so off balance. It's been such a struggle for me to get back on track. The low carb program I'm on is pretty strict. I have a list of things that I can have as much as I want which is primarily green food and protein. Sugar free popsicles is used for my treat! It's been almost 6 weeks since I got off track and I am having so much trouble getting back on the program. Can anyone share how you do it? How to get my mind back in the groove so that I'm back in the safety zone? Any thoughts are appreciated. Thank You, Gloria
Posted by: Gloria | Jul 06, 2012 09:40 AM
HI Gloria Congratulations on the weight loss and lowered A1C! And I sure do understand the problem with getting back with the program. I think the first thing to do is figure out why you're having problems. Are you in a rut on what you're eating? Scout around for some new recipes. Craving foods you "can't" have? Can you alter them? (i.e., if you want tacos, you can put the stuffings in a lettuce leaf. For crunch, crumble up a taco chip — not a lot of carbs — on the top.) Are you adding physical activity to your diet changes? Do something you like: dance, skate, bicycle, walk, whatever gets you moving. It helps get your weight down, plus lowers your sugar. Add strength training. Maybe you need a different kind of meal plan. Have you scouted around for something that might better fit your style? Just because you started with one thing doesn't mean you can't change to something else. We all go through changes throughout our lives. Let us know what you come up with. Jan
Posted by: Jan Chait | Jul 06, 2012 12:41 PM
Hi Jan, Thanks for your prompt response. My biggest problem is "what's eating me?" I tend to get involved in lots of things and sometimes I feel a little overwhelmed. Right now, like most people in the world, I'm going through some financial issues. I'm an administrator at a university and teach part time as part of my job. My university is going to be cutting back on classes and I'll only be able to teach one class which is about a $15-20k pay cut. I'm a bit troubled about that and concerned that I might have to pick up part time work which is an imposition on time. In the meantime, I'm about half-way through the process of completing my doctoral dissertation...hooray!!! That's going to help with the job I'm sure, however with everything going on with me trying to handle eating right, I've had trouble incorporating exercise. Recently, I got involved in a spiritual program in my church which I committed to walk on the treadmill at least "5" minutes every day. The program gives several areas for me to focus on my spiritual growth and since this was a struggle, I chose exercise. I know that's not much right now, but at least its a start to get me going. What I've found is that if I get on the treadmill to make that 5 minute commitment, I end up walking 15-20 minutes each time. I just started and am now on day 12 and I've only missed (3) days which is excellent for me. I have some goals of walking a few 5k walks in the fall, so I plan to pick up on the routine and add more time as I go. I have a few friends who want to walk outside too, but the heat wave is murderous in Atlanta and we haven't gotten started on that yet. Today has not been too bad for eating. I've been reading information on the website and trying to focus more. Lunch was primarily protein and a little left over baked beans (about 1/2 cup) so I'm being conscious of portions. I printed the 21 days to better diabetes control and noticed that its sort of a journal and some action. I was thinking that if I used it that it might help get me back on track. Any thoughts? I think if I can just continue to focus on getting back on track and at least to tell someone what I'm really feeling is going to help.
Posted by: Gloria | Jul 06, 2012 04:57 PM
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what a day...
12:29pm 06/07/2003
Jagged Edge -I Got It
yeh, yesterday was pretty crappy puking my guts out...nope, no sir, not fun at all. Today, I decided to go to church. It was nice. I've been mentally battling this for so long. I believe in God don't get me wrong, but I'm not so sure about BELONGING TO A RELIGION?...I mean how can you belong to something that isn't even an organized thingy? Furthermore, if all of those people in ORGANIZED RELIGION were as Christianly as they claim, the pastor would NOT have to sit there and BEG for offerings. If you insist on being part of ORGANIZED RELIGION at least follow the doctrine and tithe your 10% for heaven's sake.
I saw Austin happy for the first time in a while yesterday :) Everyone just wants to help him, but I don't. I know what it's like when you just have no hope left...not the extent by any means that he does, but this is something that he has to work,discover,enforce,think of, make it happen...himself.
I miss chris...he hasn't be on in a couple of days...I LOVE CHRIS KELVIN SO MUCH :D Got stuff worked out with Melissa...glad that is gone and out of the way. I can't wait to see him...people he is the epitomy of amaingness..AIGH! well I guess I'm going to go grab some kind of tv dinner and talk to peoples online hoping that Chris will bless me with his presence. Sorry bout all the bold today...I'm just on fire of a good mood.
Pure Love Is True...
05:10pm 04/07/2003
Lil Kim - This Is A Warning
OK! Aighhh, I've been meaning to write in this thing for days, but just haven't been able to put everything down. Chris is ok. He was put into IC...scary I know, but he is doing ok. We are back together and he loves me very much. and I quote
"CaT tOAst HoVEr: i love you
CaT tOAst HoVEr: nothing else matters"
Isn't that great? Aigh... soon when we are both a WHOLE lot better we can talk on the phone and eventually get to see each other. I can't wait...I love him so much!!! :D
When Chris and I were split up, Chris introduced me into this ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE guy named Austin. He has made me think about so many things and has helped me with so much in three days. He will always hold a special place in my heart. Once we got over the weird part of just being there thrown into talking, it was like I had a new friend at once.
Now, for the boring part... nope not doing anything for the Fourth of July...yeh...warming up a tv dinner and crashing to watch fireworks on tv. Sounds fun, eh?
Oh, and I thought Melissa would be happy that Chris and I got back together, but I'm so confused. She kinda got all mad when I told her we were together and even said I ruined her Fourth...I don't understand. Does she like Chris? I mean did she think if she ruined me that Chris would go running to her? Maybe that was her plan all along? I don't even know if she is my friend...maybe she was just out to sabotage me. She is the one saying she doesn't want Chris and they are friends. Then why is she mad that we are back together?


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Sloe mulled wine
Cooking timePrep: 5 mins Cook: 15 mins Plus 30 mins infusing
Skill levelEasy
ServingsServes 6
Raise spirits with this twist on the boozy winter warmer- you can swap the red wine and gin for cranberry juice too
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- 750ml bottle red wine
- 1 large cinnamon stick, or 2 small ones
- 2 star anise
- 4 cloves
- 2 strips lemon zest, pared using a vegetable peeler
- 4 tbsp caster sugar
- 100ml sloe gin (we used Gordon's)
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In the morning, put 1 litre cranberry juice, 1 litre apple juice and 1 litre sparkling water in the fridge to chill. When your guests arrive, mix the juices together with a few fresh cranberries and some apple slices in a really large jug or serving bowl, then top up with the sparkling water.
Put the red wine, cinnamon, star anise, cloves, lemon zest and sugar in a large pan. Cook on a low heat for 10 mins, then remove from the heat and cool, leaving to infuse for about 30 mins. To serve, heat without boiling, stir in the sloe gin and pour into mugs.
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From the Office of State Senator Glenn Hegar, District 18
For Immediate Release August 8, 2008 Contact: Lisa Craven(512) 463-0118
Austin, Texas -- Texas State Senator Glenn Hegar (R-Katy) announced today that he has been named the new Chair of the Texas Legislative Sportsman's Caucus, a bipartisan organization dedicated to providing legislators and other interested Texans with relevant information on public policy relating to a variety of wildlife, outdoors, hunting, fishing, and other sportsman related issues. Modeled after the highly successful Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus and formed to provide a voice for sportsmen in the halls of state government, 35 state sportsmen's caucuses exist in state legislatures throughout the country.
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emnems22 on 7/16/2014 12:53:00 AM more reviews by emnems22
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Wow---I am impressed! I used this way back in high school when I had no idea what I was doing, and expected it to clear up my skin on its own (sigh) . It's been years since I've used it, but lately my skin has been horribly broken out (well it never actually cleared!) from wearing revlon ColorStay every day (8 hours) to work. While I love the coverage of colorstay, and it had never broken me out before, wearing it allllll day caused whiteheads every day! Ugh! So I wanted something more lightweight that wouldn't CAUSE breakouts. I tried this today and wow. It's medium coverage but buildable. And it lasts surprisingly well! At 6 hours it started getting oily and I needed a touch up, but that's fine with me. I dreaded removing my colorstay but removing this was a breeze. And the best part! No new breakouts!!! Of course it didn't clear my skin, but that's not what I expected it to do. It's lightweight, natural looking and feeling, with good coverage and causes no breakouts. Yes!!! So happy I gave it another shot!
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HaleyKnowsBest on 6/27/2014 6:35:00 AM more reviews by HaleyKnowsBest
Age: 18 & Under Skin: Combination, Fair Hair: Brunette Eyes: Green
ok first off this stuff is pretty expensive for such a small bottle. I really don't use the foundation often because It doesn't cover well and its too runny to me and I dont really care much for the shade. Im not to sure if it really helps your acne or not because I dont use it often.
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xoxojanel on 6/22/2014 7:42:00 PM more reviews by xoxojanel
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium Hair: Red Eyes: Brown
i have to say i love this stuff!!! ive been using this product for about 3 years, ive bought countless bottles and keep going back to it for obvious reasons! it goes on smooth its full coverage. i wear for +6 hrs and stays on. i do get slightly oily when wearing but thats okay a little tissue and powder could fix that without a prob. ;) i find it works even better with a primer. with primer i could wear this for about 10 hrs and only get a tad oily. alone it still stands up pretty well. ive worn for over 12 hrs and it was still holding up by itself.... and i didnt set with a powder. i do get a few white heads around my mouth and chin when i wear too long. but thats totally my fault and choice for clogging my pores with this stuff. but if youre gonna wear this for say.. 3-4 hrs and wash off immediately you should totally be fine. no new acne should appear. i like this product very much. the only real con is the packaging. if it had a pump it would be perff! i hope i didnt discourage anyone. i really love this product. everyone should try it out and judge for them selves! hope i helped. best makeup wishes!!!!
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chua923 on 6/15/2014 6:54:00 PM more reviews by chua923
Age: 19-24 Skin: Oily, Fair-Medium Hair: Brunette Eyes: Brown
This used to be my go-to foundation, until I decided to actually invest in some pricier ones (Hourglass, Estee Lauder). However, I can say that I really liked this foundation! It goes on really well, and it actually matched my skin tone. I used BareMinerals powder and Urban Decay's All-Nighter setting spray with it. I think it helped my acne as well.
Unfortunately, if you have a really oily T-zone like me, this foundation won't do much for you. When I used Hourglass (even though the consistency isn't as great as Neutrogena, surprisingly), I could definitely tell that it kept my oil in control longer, and I didn't have to blot as much.
Overall, I would purchase this product again because it's good for a day when I am just staying at home and want to look nice, but don't want to use my expensive foundation!
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takeit2damax321 on 5/31/2014 5:05:00 AM more reviews by takeit2damax321
Age: 19-24 Skin: Oily, Medium Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
This foundation was "meh" for me. Medium coverage, but buildable. It didn't break me out, but by the end of the day, I'd end up looking like a greaseball. At least for me with my oily skin type, I would not recommend this if you don't want to have to blot and set your face every few hours. Also, it's rather pricey for a drugstore foundation; I bought mine for about $15 at CVS. If you're look for a good matte finish with good oil control, I'd recommend Revlon Colorstay for Oily/Combo skin, which is around $12 at the regular drugstore.
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FayeLawliet21 on 5/13/2014 9:16:00 PM more reviews by FayeLawliet21
Age: 19-24 Skin: Very Oily, Fair, Cool Hair: Black, Wavy, Medium Eyes: Brown
I bought the ivory one and it covered my blemishes, zits and scars completely :) not to mention I don't break out as much anymore now <3
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lipstiklover on 5/1/2014 10:25:00 PM more reviews by lipstiklover
Age: 18 & Under Skin: Acne-prone, Fair Hair: Blond Eyes: Green
I had tried this in the past about a year ago but threw it away after a day because it's lasting power sucked. However, for the past three months or so I have been breaking out like crazy. I thought it was my Chanel foundation so long story short, I have tried 5 different foundations since and none seem to be a good match for my acne ridden face. In a desperate attempt, I purchased this on a whim as my last resort. I layered it over my Eucerin SPF 30 Moisturizer (which I love) at 5 in the morning when I was getting ready. Much to my dismay (in a good way), by 2pm my makeup still looked fresh and clean. I was so shocked. In the past when I had used this it didn't even make it past 2 hours. I don't know if the formula has changed or my skin has just improved, but I am loving this foundation right now. I love that it covers a lot and gives me a natural, flawless look without having to go overboard and look cakey. It dries to satin/matte finish and lasts a good while. I do have to blot my forehead but I can deal with that. I also think this is way better than Clinique's acne solutions foundation because that one dries me out like crazy!! Oddly enough, they both have the same percentage of salicylic acid but for whatever reason, Neutrogena doesn't dry me out.
As for the acne, I have only been using this for a week so I can't speak on that part. Hopefully this doesn't end up aggravating my face in the long run. It would be such a relief to finally settle on a foundation that doesn't break me out and this could be the one. I also appreciate that its so cheap considering I have been using high end foundations for years now. Hopefully this continues to work out for me and I end up keeping it!
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JustCakey on 4/28/2014 10:37:00 PM more reviews by JustCakey
Age: 19-24 Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm Hair: Blond, Wavy, Fine Eyes: Hazel
This is my staple foundation. I am extremely acne prone, as in going to the dermatologist on and off for 8 years. As in cystic, hormonal, and down right sensitive as all get out. This foundation hasn't been a miracle worker to make all my acne disappear with a wave of a magical wand like the commercials claim, but it's never hurt my skin, and that means so much.
I have fought the hormonal side of my acne internally, but externally the last thing I need is ANYTHING irritating my skin, and this foundation never does that. It goes on nice and smooth, it easily blends. It covers up my acne scars almost completely (I still use some concealer time to time), it has a nice powdery finish.
My skin is combination, maybe a little more on the drier side. I've been wearing nothing but this foundation for a year now and my skin is about 75% better than a year ago, although I also regularly get facials and my hormones are better. The important thing about this foundation is that I can't say that it helped, but it never hurt. So much breaks me out it's crazy, this is a safe bet.
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The 10-point Reduction of Threats to Human Health and the Environment criterion asks you to explain how you plan to use up to 10 percent of the grant to identify health and environment threats.
Local and regional health departments are excellent resources for preparing your strategy. Ask these experts for studies related to health concerns in your area. If possible, outline your cleanup plan in detail and discuss the operation and maintenance plan. It's important that the state or tribal environmental authority are aware of and involved in your plans.
Applicants can demonstrate their community's acceptance of and enthusiasm for the project if they are able to show plans for non-EPA funds that will be allocated to the clean-up effort.
Your opportunity to showcase this commitment comes in the next criterion, Leveraging of Additional Resources, worth 15 points. This is your opportunity to provide a basis for why funding is necessary and what role you will take in securing additional money for the project. Identify where and how non-EPA funds will be committed to this project, and be sure to distinguish which of these funds are from local sources.
Your past experience with grant management is an important part of the application. Your chance to demonstrate your resume of past grant management and budget stewardship experience comes in the final criterion, Ability to Manage Grants, worth 10 points.
Use this section to summarize all relevant experience in grant management, and the provisions you have taken to ensure that the work is managed properly. The results of your most recent audit can easily address OMB Circular A-133 and A-102 concerns. If you are a current or past EPA grant recipient, provide current financial and accomplishment data on the status of your project.
Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Program
This program offers an initial grant of up to $1 million, and allows for a 5-year program. However, there are several requirements and restrictions that apply to this type of funding.
For example, a RLF grant recipient cannot make a cleanup subgrant exceeding $200,000 per site, and 20 percent of the cost-share requirement must include the contribution of money, services, material or labor. The match cannot be used to offset administrative costs such as salaries, benefits, contractual costs, supplies and data processing charges.
Threshold Criteria
The criteria for the RLF are the same as those required by the Brownfields Assessment Grant, with the addition of a few criteria:
Cleanup Authority and Oversight Structure
This criterion asks who will provide clean-up oversight. Be as exhaustive and detailed as possible. At a minimum, you must detail whether or not enrollment in a VCP is part of your strategy; how you will ensure that the cleanup will provide protection for the environment and human health; and what legal authority you have to access and secure sites in the event of an emergency.
Cost Share
You will be asked to outline all eligible forms of cost sharing for your project. Remember that you must meet the 20 percent minimum. Eligible forms of cost sharing include fees from borrowers, interest on loans and other forms of program income; or contributions of money, labor, material or services from a non-federal source.
Legal Authority to Manage an RLF
A simple letter from your legal counsel will be sufficient to prove this authority.
Ranking Criteria
Ranking criteria for the RLF are very similar to the BAG. Therefore, you will find the tips outlined above helpful for both grant applications.
However, there are some differences in how the EPA evaluates the budget criterion in the RLF proposals, and there is an additional criterion, the Description of Target Market and Business Plan that will require your attention.
Budget (10 points): Your preliminary budget should show that tasks for loans make up 60 percent of the funds requested and subgrants constitute up to 40 percent of the budget. But keep in mind that the subgrants cannot exceed $200,000 for each site.
For each proposed subgrant, be sure that you are including the tasks that the recipients of these funds will be responsible for completing. Up to 10 percent of the budget should be allocated for the monitoring of environment or health threats.
Don't forget to allocate some of the funds to the most obvious tasks, such as establishing the RLF, promoting the program, and making and servicing loans.
Description of Target Market and Business Plan for RLF Loans and Subgrants (20 points): Clearly define your target markets, whether that be an inner-city neighborhood, an industrial area impacting a residential neighborhood, or an abandoned industrial or commercial site. Once the market is clearly defined, your next step is to prove that you have a distinct plan of action for involving as many people and organizations
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Nov 25-27, the LA Science Fantasy Society runs Loscon 38, the annual sci-fi convention. The topic this year is something that's been on Commentator Dale Hoppert's mind for some time. Where's my flying car and my robot pal. In other words, what happened to the future we were promised?


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Ready, Set, Go! The Cutest Disney Baby Walkers
Thanks to Disney for sponsoring this post and giving me the Minnie Mouse Precious Petals Walker for free.
I feel like babies spend forever being able to do nothing but lie down. Then, they finally learn to roll over, and, it seems to me, seconds later, they're sitting up, then crawling, walking, and running.
My baby is just at the sitting up stage, and we're loving having a walker around so that she can be a little more mobile since she can't yet walk on her own. It's also a nice change of scenery for her and helps entertain her during that last dinner/pre-bed stretch (all you parents know exactly what time of day I'm talking about!).
Of course, my toddler, who has been walking for almost two years, ALSO wants to give it a spin. It's just too fun to resist!
Check out all of Disney's darling baby walkers — one of them is sure to be a perfect fit for your pre-walker (or, if your child is like mine, POST-walker!):
Ani Takes it for a Spin
She's a little on the short side still for this (my babies have long torsos and short little legs), but that doesn't keep her from loving it. She's so cute in it!
Winnie the Pooh "Picnic Place" Music and Lights Walker
Four different toys on the tray mean this walker will keep your little one entertained for hours.
Pooh's Garden Music & Lights Walker from Safety 1st
A teething toy on this walker will help keep even a grumpy baby happy.
CARS Lightning McQueen Walker from Safety 1st
The bright colors and speedy design of this walker make it perfect for your on-the-go baby.
Pooh Bubbles Music & Lights™ Walker from Safety 1st
The seat on this is removable and machine-washable so you can keep it looking nice even after the inevitable spit-up or other messes!
Pretty Princess Music & Lights™ Walker
When you need entertainment, this walker has you covered, but you can also remove the toys to make room for snacks or new toys. Perfect!
My Friend Pooh Music & Lights™ Walker from Safety 1st
This walker, like several of the other ones, has three different heights, so your child can use it as he grows taller.
CARS Premier Little Racer 2-in-1 Walker
Your child can sit inside, or, as she gets older, can push it around for balance. I love a double-function product!
MINNIE MOUSE Precious Petals Walker
I love this for many reasons, but as apartment dwellers, I especially like that it folds up flat.
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My toddler thinks it's just the right toy for her and even though her legs are TOO long, it doesn't stop her from doing a couple of laps around the kitchen while Ani takes a nap.
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Year joined
Current Position:
My current position is Mandarin language trainee, in preparation for my posting to Taiwan as Deputy Director of the Australian Office.
Other positions in the department:
Since serving in Kuala Lumpur, I worked in the Free Trade Agreement Division. During that time I was fortunate to attend the opening round of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership negotiations in Brunei, and gain first-hand experience of how multilateral trade negotiations work.
Australia in the Asian Century White Paper Secretariat; International Legal Branch; Europe Division.
What qualifications do you have?
I'm admitted as a lawyer in NSW. I have a law degree, and a Bachelor of Economics (Social Sciences) degree for which I did an honours year writing a thesis that developed my majors in government and international relations.
What were you doing before you joined the department?
I lived in Sydney, and spent 18 months working as the legal associate to a Federal Court judge.
How have you used your qualifications/experience during your time in the department?
My academic background in government and international relations probably held me in good stead working on the Asian Century White Paper and in the Europe Division. I certainly used my legal training while working in the International Legal Branch.
Do you speak another language?
After six months of full-time language training I can now speak and read basic Mandarin, and will hopefully understand the language a little better by the end of my training!
Why did you apply for the graduate program in the department?
I started to become aware of the idea of the foreign service midway through uni. The more I learned about it, the better it sounded. I started working in law but realised early on that I didn't love it enough to really succeed at it. I should have seen it coming really - I asked my parents for a subscription to TIME magazine for my 13th birthday so I could read the stories on international affairs – tragic. I get a kick out of starting the workday by reading interesting diplomatic reporting cables that have come in overnight from Australia's posts around the world.
What has been the highlight of your career so far with the department?
The highlight is undoubtedly my current stint as Third Secretary at the Australian diplomatic mission in Malaysia. A desire to serve as a diplomat abroad is probably the main reason you would enter the foreign service, and I'm very lucky to have been given the opportunity to do it. I've been lucky in that I have travelled abroad a few times with the Foreign Minister, and representing your country while sitting behind the 'Australia' sign or flag behind the Minister at an international gathering is pretty cool. Underlying all that career stuff though a real highlight is absolutely the group of friends I've made in DFAT and in Canberra.
What was the most challenging aspect of the recruitment/selection process?
The whole thing is an utterly grueling process. It is long – it took something like 7 months from submitting my application to finding out I was in. It is broad – when I went through there were three stages to the selection process, each of which tested different skills. I first had an initial written application; then an academic exercise; then a day of interviews.
Do you have any tips for applicants on how to approach the application process?
I would suggest that the utmost care be taken in responding to the selection criteria section in the written application. You are being asked to show that you have a certain set of skills, so rather than simply saying you have the skills you must show them, ie tie every assertion you make to a real-world example. In the academic exercise, understand that you are being assessed not so much on what you know but rather how you think – they probably want to see a balanced, measured approach to the scenario. The interview day is difficult, in that you need to demonstrate a broad set of skills simultaneously – people skills generally, leadership skills, skills at thinking on your feet, and when they throw hypotheticals at you they're looking for at the least a rudimentary understanding of the international system.
Has the reality of working in the department differed from your perceptions of what it was going to be like?
Yes. On our first day in the department the Secretary advised us to try to really understand our own country, as understanding its complexities is integral to representing its interests abroad. I honestly feel that I've learned as much about my own country as I have others. Also, working as part of a bureaucracy – both DFAT itself and the larger Government - can be more frustrating than I would have ever realised. I've clearly still got a lot to learn, but my tip so far would be to try to quickly come to terms with the bureaucratic context in which you work, because it means you can engage in the real substantive work the department has to offer.
How do you enjoy living in Canberra?
I was dreading moving to Canberra from the comfortable life I'd built for myself in Sydney. After a rocky start I am now the proud bearer of an ACT drivers' licence. I guess it's like anything in that you only get back what you put in.
Have you any other insights for potential applicants?
The application process is drawn out and difficult, but you should take solace in the fact that a career in the department is certainly worth it.