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This theatrical performance of dramatic readings will bring to life the works and legacy of Henry David Thoreau. Thoreau was an American poet, philosopher, polymath, abolitionist, naturalist, and transcendentalist who influenced Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He is best known for his book Walden and his essay Resistance to Civil Government.
This event is free and open to the public. Please register.
Additionally, the Central Milwaukee Public Library is hosting a Thoreau special exhibit from October 1-25.
Rutilio Grande, S.J. was a pioneering model of post-Vatican II servant leadership in the Catholic Church. Rutilio helped communities in El Salvador transform themselves through a commitment to work for the Kingdom of God.
Throughout his ministry, Rutilio emphasized that the Christian way does not use or promote violence. This stance ultimately cost him his life and inspired an Archbishop as well as fellow Jesuits to be radical exemplars of self-sacrificial love.
This event is co-sponsored by the Marquette University Center for Peacemaking, Campus Ministry, Office of International Education, Ignatian Associates, and Edward D. Simmons Religious Commitment Fund. It is the Center for Peacemaking's inaugural Ignatian Peacemaking Lecture.
Thomas M. Kelly, Ph.D. is a Professor of Systematic Theology at Creighton University and Immersion Coordinator of the Ignatian Colleagues Program. He has lived and taught courses throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.
This event is free and open to the public.
Pursuing a faith that does justice is a hallmark of Jesuit higher education. The peacemaking and social justice retreat is a student-led experience for those already involved in peacemaking and social justice activities as well as those interested in getting involved in these types of efforts.
Designed around the Gospel traditions of peacemaking and nonviolence as well as the emphasis on social justice in Catholic Social Teaching and the biblical prophets, the retreat will explore what these messages mean to us today and what these values look like when put into action.
This is a great opportunity to meet other social justice-oriented students through small- and large-group interactions as well as to reflect on your service, activism, and values during individual reflection. Discussion, prayer, and reflection topics will range from intrapersonal peace to systemic justice.
Dr. Terrence Rynne, acclaimed author of Jesus Christ, Peacemaker and Gandhi and Jesus will address the retreatants, and other activities will incorporate the legacy of the UCA martyrs.
This event is only open to current Marquette undergraduate students.
Join the Center for Peacemaking and SOA Watch-Wisconsin on the weekend trip to the School of the Americas Watch and vigil from November 21-23 in Columbus, GA. The bus will leave Milwaukee in the evening on Thursday, November 20 and return in the early morning on Monday, November 24.
A special subsidized rate is available for Marquette undergraduate students.
Download the application. For more information about the trip, contact Chris Jeske at (414) 288-8444 email@example.com.
SOA Watch-Wisconsin is a grass roots organization committed to upholding human rights and advocating for an investigation into atrocities committed by graduates of the School of the Americas, now called the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation.


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Electronic Document Management System
During the past decades there is vast development in information technology throughout the world and Sri Lanka as well The advantage of this development much benefited by the private sector and there were short cumming within the government department in Srilanka. A special attention has been taken through Mahinda Chinthana to implient and develop the information technology within the government sector in progressive manner.
NHRDC has decided to implement a suitable electronic document management system and work flow management system. NHRDC expects to develop a system to suit with the needs at least cost and utilizing the modern techniques of information technology. The present system adopted by NHRDC does not show the proper maintenance of the expected schedule of workflow. This happens mainly due to the manual handling and the delay occurs during the manipulation. In addition to this situation, it affects the retardation productivity of whole system due to clash between the organizational structure and the workflow, resulting an unnecessary collection of documents at various stages of hierarchy. Therefore it is essential to adopt a new system in NHRDC to overcome the above mentioned problems
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Benin receive $34m in loans, grants from China
Cotonou – China has given Benin $34m in loans and grants, part of which will fund an anti-piracy patrol drive off the coast of the west African country where hijackings have surged this year.
The aid package was announced by the office of President Thomas Boni Yayi, shortly after he returned home on Tuesday at the end of a week-long official trip to China.
Of the $34m, about $5,5m will go towards the purchase of a vessel to patrol the waters off the coast of Benin, which has seen 19 ships coming under attack this year alone, up from zero reported last year.
An international maritime watchdog has warned that the spate of ship hijackings off west Africa indicates the region could emerge as a new piracy "hotspot".
The rest of the funds will be development aid, the president's office said.
"This aid is made up of grants, debt relief and interest-free loans," it said in a statement.
Foreign Minister Arifari Bako said the aid was earmarked especially for road construction and the revival of agriculture in this cotton-producing country.
Yayi held talks with his counterpart Hu Jintao on further Chinese investment in the west African nation, as well as business leaders during the visit which coincided with a summer session of the World Economic Forum.
As is the case in a growing number of African nations, China is stepping up its investment, financing a number of important infrastructure projects in Benin, a former French colony with a population of some nine million people.
Such projects include roads and health infrastructure, as well as the country's largest stadium and a new foreign ministry building.
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I have always known that your mind and body are connected much further than simply telling your body to do things. And that your conscious and sub-conscious minds are often at odds. So goes the saying "mind over matter". If you THINK you can do something, you CAN. If you think you CAN'T... well, its very unlikely you will. This idea has been applied to motivational speeches time after time. And it's true... but today, I'm not referring to motivation. Today, I'm talking about pain induced depression.
If you dwell on any particular ailment you might have, your mind focuses in on it, enhances it. But if you distract yourself, you don't notice the pain as much and oftentimes forget about it completely. I've always had migraines, and I notice the pain less when I'm distracted from thing about it. but sometimes the pain is so severe you just can't distract yourself from it. Sometimes you just can't fathom a day without pain. And then comes depression swooping to to ruin the day.
About month after my accident, I remember laying in the recliner in the living room alone. My friend (whose house it was) was upstairs napping and my boyfriend who had stayed to help me was in the downstairs bedroom sleeping after just getting home(works night shift). I was completely alone, which usually I like. But that day was my rock bottom day. I just lay there and cried. I couldn't get up (hurt too much, and not allowed to anyway, docs orders). I couldn't get to the tv remote. I couldn't get to the laptop. I had absolutely nothing to do but stare up at the ceiling fan. I was in pain, miserable, and lonely. I felt a depression that day that I've never felt before. My boyfriend suggested getting a therapist. But I didn't need one. I just needed the pain to go away. To get my mobility back. And sure enough, with every day that my pain got better, my mind felt better. With every new task I was able to do again, I felt happier.
The whole time, everyone around me continually encouraged me to think happy, after all, none of my injuries were permanent. I WOULD get better. I refused to do this. I just couldn't imagine what it was like without pain anymore. I couldn't because I didn't try.
Now I look back thinking, dang. Why didn't I treat it like a migraine? Distract myself to lessen the pain. Pretend I was happy and ignore the pain until I actually was happy.
'Course I can't to back in time. But I can look to the future. I can practice mind over matter each and every day. I've learned a lot from this experience. I've learned who my true friends are, who would do anything for me. I've learned that I'm a lot stronger than I ever gave myself credit for (and my pain tolerance has jumped up a few levels lol).
And I've learned to REALLY check my blind spot before making a u-turn.
Just wanted to put this out there for those in the Sparkosphere who happen to stop by my blog.
I created a team called "Do it. I dare you!". teams.sparkpeople.com/Idareyou This a motivational team designed to help you on your healthy journey, one dare at a time. I wonder how many times in my life I might have exercised if I had someone to motivate me... to tell me to get off my butt and do something!
This team is for those who need that extra push, want the challenge, or enjoy the surprise of not knowing what your next dare might be.
So stop by, join, and say hello. Do it. I dare you!
Good News! I'm moving! Yes, yes, I know it seems like we just did this... but I really didn't move. I was just staying at a friends house while I recuperated from my accident before going back to my home. But this time I'm moving for real!
My fiance and I will be moving into our own place on Aug 3. It's small, but it fits our budget. And the landlord doesn't have a problem with my two dogs (one is a Pit Bull). It's great. I am beyond excited for us to begin our lives together.
Now for the Bad News. Or maybe just "not so great" news.
The two things my doc told me not to do were 1. put weight on my foot and 2. Fall on it.
Guess who did both yesterday? That's right. This imbecile right here! True, it wasn't exactly on purpose...but it still happened.
See, getting in and out of my sisters apt is a big pain because there are steps. And with me in a wheelchair... well you can see the dilemma. So, I was balancing on one foot while my helper brought the chair down the steps and WHOOPSY! I went down. I didn't technically fall ON my foot per se... but my darn reflexes stuck that foot out to break my fall. It wasn't a lot of weight because it wasn't like someone pushed me.. it was more like losing balance in the middle of a yoga pose. Just sort of put my foot on the ground. And it wasn't a lot of weight because I lifted my foot right away.... which of course made me land on my knee. It didn't hurt my foot (not that I felt) but it did hurt my knee. I've had so many problems with this knee (which the docs told me nothing was wrong with... but they are SO checking it end of the month).
Now, this morning, I'm sore everywhere (these muscles haven't been used for much of anything in two months). My foot hurts, but nothing out of the ordinary. No unusual pain. So, I think I'm good. Plus, the doc did say it would take a fair force to cause problems... so I'm not really worried. But I was sure shaken up yesterday when it happened!
But I think I'm just gonna take this day to rest, spark, and NOT fall again.
Although burn is more like it. Since my foot surgery, I've experienced all manner of horrible tingling in my foot. Neuropathy, they call it. I call it my own personal hell... a fire you just can't extinguish.
To say that my foot "tingles" is like saying that a hurricane is "just a little bit of wind".
This tingling isn't constant, but it's there about 90% of the time. Most of that time, it's this annoying "cold fire" if that makes any sense. But occasionally, and completely out of the blue, I feel this surge, almost a pulse, of electricity through my foot. It's painful. And its so strong that sometimes my leg actually jerks in response. And it always targets the sensitive spots... you know the ones I'm talking about... inside of the ankle, nail bed, top of the big toe.
For a week or two, It really started to improve and the tingling began to cease. But lately, it's gotten worse again. And I credit this to the fact that the swelling has gone down considerably, meaning that I'm starting to feel sensations in parts of my foot that previously had been completely numb. So, now the sole of my foot and the bottoms of my toes, after two months of absolutely no feeling what-so-ever is coming back to life lol. There still isn't much skin to skin sensation (me taking my finger and very lightly brushing the surface of my foot), but if I apply a little pressure, I can feel it and I can feel the tingling increase as a result of it.
But as annoying and painful as this is, it's a good sign, I think. It means that I still have hope of regaining feeling on the bottom of my foot. I had begun to fear, it would stay numb forever. If only I could just get rid of all the swelling! I don't know how long it takes for the swelling to go down after surgery to screw your leg back together...but I'm impatient! It needs to hurry up!
Has anyone else dealt with neuropathy due to surgery? How did you manage the insanity of it? Any suggestions?
I felt a lot of stress preparing for this move, but it turns out that it was all for nothing! Here are some of the things I worried about and some of the obstacles I had to work around.
My bedroom setup is very umm....strange. First of all, I have two twin beds, instead of one normal bed. I HAD a nice queen-size bed, but it belonged to my ex and he took it back (he let me use the bed, I let him use the spare car... not exactly an even trade...but whatev). So, as a temp solution, I had pushed two twins together. This left very little walking space, because I also have two dressers (one for clothes and one for gaming supplies ) a desk and a cabinet. I had planned to sleep in my hospital bed and my fiance (who stays with me every weekend) would sleep on the twins (stacked up)... YES, I know this sounds completely redneck, ghetto-fied. But I can't really be picky at this point.
However, I was able to stack up the two twins and my fiance was able to sleep on the hospital bed mattress and one of the twin mattresses. We just had to lift the mattresses he slept on, during the day so we could get around. This saved us from having to put up the hospital bed...which is good...cause there wouldn't have been room to walk...let alone room for my wheelchair.
With his bed up, there is plenty of room to wheel around ... to get to the desk, the tv, the wii.. my meds, the trash can...all the stuff I need.
The bathroom is tricky. It's tiny and my walker barely fits. The doorway is also small, small enough that my wheelchair won't fit. So what I have to do, is wheel up to the door way, and use the walker to pivot and hop over to the toilet or tub. It's tight, but doable.
No problems here! Very open big kitchen. I can easily get to the fridge, the deep freezer, stove and sink.
In all, I think it's working good. I have much more independence than I did before, but that's partly because there is no one here to help me (at least not often).
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Images of Thakoon Addition are out.
His new line, Thakoon Addition, wasn't conceived with These Economic Times in mind.
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Leo touched my heart today.
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I do understand your thoughts that if you don't show it he won't know but I am guessing that he is already thinking about it.
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Let us try and hold you if we can if Leo is struggling with his health so much.
It's so common to try to look after others even when we are falling apart inside.
He knows you well, and 80% of communication is non-verbal so he can probably sense or read things you don't even realise you are doing.
April 1st is April Fool's Day here in England, is it in the US? Anyway it's my brother's birthday too so maybe we can virtually hold hands and try and get through the day together.
I am praying for you and Leo, and I am so glad that God blessed you with such a wonderful man that you deserve, remember there are lots of other people out there rooting for you and caring about what happens to you, I am one of those.
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I am a happy spectator of any and all awards shows for what is likely the same reason that most people are: I love nothing more than to turn on my TV, eat a ton of bread, and watch the most beautiful people in the world prance around in designer dresses and the kind of makeup I could only dream of applying. Be still my heart! There were quite a few beauty highlights from the Screen Actors Guild awards this weekend: here's just a few, and how to get them…
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Anyone who is unfamiliar with someone's cultural norms or religious practices may easily misunderstand their actions, or inadvertently insult them. There are two ways of avoiding misunderstandings. One is to find out about cultural norms and religious practices of the people you spend time with, and the other is to be tolerant and assume that others are doing their best to be respectful of you.
There are bound to be differences when people from various ethnic or religious backgrounds come to share a common space. While manners are often different in other countries and even in different parts of the same country, having and using good manners is a universal asset. There may be some situations that leave you wondering if you have handled things well .if so below you will find some simple examples of cultural etiquette.
A usual tip in a restaurant is 15% of the bill before the taxes are added. Some people also like to give a small tip when they buy coffee, an ice cream cone or other small purchases, but such gratuities are not expected. Instances where tips are required are at a restaurant, the hairstylist, a taxi or a bar.
Fibbing (Lying)
If someone asks you if you like his or her haircut and you dont, it isnt lying to spare his or her feelings. Your lack of enthusiasm should help them choose a different style or stylist next time. Lying about important matters however, can get you a reputation as an untrustworthy person.
Accepting Compliments
Even if you are shy, when someone compliments you, a Thank you is generally in order.
Accepting Gifts
A smile and thank you is required when you are given a gift. If you recognize it as the same one you gave this person a while ago, maybe just a little smile and a mumbled thank you.
Although not everyone does it, it is easier if you stay on the right when using the sidewalk, stairs, trails etc. Otherwise you may end up in an awkward situation, not knowing which way to turn.
Standing Around
If you are a part of a group and are standing around talking on the sidewalk, you want to make sure that people can pass and dont have to walk in the street to get by.
If you are unsure about what to wear and it isnt possible to ask someone, you can always dress up a little, particularly for a job interview or when meeting a partners parents. Neat and clean rarely goes out of style. Dont forget to check the message on your favourite T-shirt; you may no longer notice it but it could offend someone you want to impress or send a wrong message about you.
When you receive a formal invitation and there is an RSVP, you are expected to let the host know whether you are coming or not and within the time indicated on the card. Regrets only means you are coming unless you have called to say you are not. If you neglect these duties, you could cause the host unnecessary trouble or expense, and not receive a second invitation.
Driving and Gas Money
If you are a regular rider in someone elses car, or are taking a long trip with someone, you may want to offer to contribute toward the gas money.
When you say, come over sometime it could be interpreted as dont bother me or you could expect a knock on your door within 48 hours, depending on the culture of the person you said it to. It is best to avoid saying this unless you know how it will be received. Be specific about the time if you want someone to visit you.
Addressing People
This is a fairly informal culture but nonetheless it is usual to use a formal title in business environments and with teachers unless you are asked by them to use a first name. The use of a title is not used with a first name. It is Mr. John Smith, Mr. Smith or John, never Mr. John.
Other Peoples Parents
Your friends parents are like your boss in that a little more formality is in order until they tell you otherwise.
Offensive Jokes, Yours or Theirs
Monitor your own jokes for sexist, racist or otherwise offensive language or stereotypes. Its a bad habit that can be broken.
Eating & Offering
Most people look after their own food whether they bring it or buy it. People from some cultures share their food if they are eating in front of anyone else.
Going To Dinner
Good luck to you in figuring out who pays. This seems to depend on your age, your culture, your gender and the reasons for dinner. One way you might consider is that each person pays for his or her own dinner or the person who did the inviting pays.
It is often difficult to know what to do when misfortune strikes someone you know. Acknowledging his/her grief with Im sorry to hear about your loss or something equally supportive, can be comforting.
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Once food goes into your mouth, no one else really wants to see it. So remember to keep your mouth closed when eating. Also, just think how sounds get magnified if you attempt to talk on the phone and eat your lunch at the same time. Do not eat while you are on the phone.
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As late as the 1960s hats and gloves used to be a sign that someone was well dressed, but now they are primarily for warmth and protection from the sun. Generally men need to remove their hats indoors in a business environment. It is still good form to remove your gloves when shaking hands unless doing so could cause you frostbite.
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In Canada, spitting is considered dirty, ugly and unacceptable. If you are considering using the street or sidewalk as your place to spit, expect that you will be in for dirty looks and perhaps nasty comments.
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Since you never know the mood of the person answering your message, you should probably be brief since he/she could get fed up and hang up. Dont leave more information than is required for the situation.
I once saw a driver leave his car running at a red light to punch another driver ahead of him who had dumped out his ashtray on the road. Many people get furious at people who litter but they dont usually act so violently. Save the garbage for a garbage can.
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Most of us get stressed out but we still need to go about our business. It is best not to spread our tension around but learn to handle it. You might start with some daily exercises or see a counselor who can give you other ideas on how to manage your stress.
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Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip-Bacon Cookies — A Virtual Cookie Swapby Victoria Phillips in Holidays, Recipes, December 14th, 2011
The holidays are upon us and here at Food Network, that means cookies, particularly the 12 Days of Cookies.
Yesterday, Gaby Dalkin shared her tips for a successful cookie exchange, but if you've never been to a cookie swap, "The concept is pretty simple: Make your favorite kind of cookies, bring them to the party and give them away. In return you get a plethora of cookies from your friends that you get to turn around and take home for your family."
In honor of these sweet and sometimes savory treats, we're inviting all of our friends to our Communal Table, an event that we opened up to the entire food community. Today, experts from the industry will share their favorite cookie recipes, as well as cocktails to wash them down with (if you're age appropriate).
We couldn't help but bring these Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip-Bacon Cookies from Food Network Magazine to the table. Peanut butter, chocolate chips and bacon — it's like dying and going to cookie heaven.
Peanut butter makes them extra creamy, while honey-roasted peanuts add just the right amount of crunch. Ancho chile powder and cinnamon bring some zing, plus this touch of spice rounds out the irresistible salty-and-sweet combination.
See what our friends are bringing to the table and tell us what cookie you would bring to the table on Twitter by using the hashtag: #pullupachair.
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Here's I brought to the virtual cookie swap: Speculaas aka Dutch windmill cookies, GF. http://thesensitiveepicure.blogspot.com/2011/12/s…
Gluten free peanut butter cookies (drizzled with chocolate and sea salt) is what I'll bring. (I'm actually bringing them to a physical cookie swap too!): http://www.foodiecitymom.com/holiday-cookies-pean…
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Virtual Users And Domains With Postfix, Courier And MySQL (+ SMTP-AUTH, Quota, SpamAs
This is not a question - more a comment and explanation for future reference, in case someone with the same problem searches these forums for an answer.
I followed the Virtual Users And Domains With Postfix, Courier And MySQL (+ SMTP-AUTH, Quota, SpamAssassin, ClamAV) HowTo (see http://www.howtoforge.com/virtual_po..._quota_courier). Everything worked fine except for mail delivery to virtual accounts. I had the following error in my log files:
Nov 2 17:21:10 server postfix/local[28147]: A7E502342AF: to=<firstname.lastname@example.com>, relay=local, delay=0.02, delays=0.01/0/0/0.01, dsn=5.1.1, status=bounced (unknown user: "inquiry")
mydestination = mail.mydomain.com, mydomain.com, localhost, localhost.localdomain
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We will read some recent texts about strategies for university struggles from some accomplished organizing collectives in California and Washington: Advance the Struggle, Gathering Forces, and Democracy Insurgent. These folks are quite impressive in terms of the theoretical sophistication of their reflections on the current struggles.
Here are links to a couple key articles that we can start with for reflecting on March 4th and strategies...
We can also read texts that they draw on, as well as other reflections on recent struggles across the US, in Europe, and around the world. Other options for reading include broader analyses of higher education (such as Marc Bousquet's How the University Works) and its history (such as Christopher Newfield's Unmaking the Public University: the Forty Year Assault on the Middle Class).
We will invite other education activists from around the world to join us in these discussions via blog conversations on common readings.
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In order to be happy we require all kinds of supports to our self-esteem. We are human beings, therefore human beings are the purpose of god's creationBertrand Russell
Everything in the universe has a purpose. Indeed, the invisible intelligence that flows through everything in a purposeful fashion is also flowing through you.Wayne Dyer
Patience and tenacity of purpose are worth more than twice their weight of cleverness.Thomas Henry Huxley
The one way to get thin is to re-establish a purpose in life.Cyril Connolly
A restaurant wine list is praised and given awards for reasons that have little to do with its real purpose, as if it existed only to be admired passively, like a stamp collection. A wine list is good only when it functions well in tandem with a menu.Gerald Asher
The sole purpose of business is service. The sole purpose of advertising is explaining the service which business renders.Leo Burnett
Determine what specific goal you want to achieve. Then dedicate yourself to its attainment with unswerving singleness of purpose, the trenchant zeal of a crusader.Paul J. Meyer
Someone has defined genius as intensity of purpose: the ability to do, the patience to wait... Put these together and you have genius, and you have achievement.Leo J. Muir
When the historian of the Twentieth Century shall have finished his narrative, and comes searching for the subtitle which shall best express the spirit of the period, we think it not at all unlikely that he may select "The Age of Advertising" for the purpose.Printers' Ink
Journalism's ultimate purpose [is] to inform the reader, to bring him each day a letter from home and never to permit the serving of special interests.Arthur Ochs Sulzberger
Create a purpose for your life, and live it each day.Steve Pavlina
Anyone can become angry - that is easy, but to be angry with the right person at the right time, and for the right purpose and in the right way - that is not within everyone's power and that is not easy.Aristotle
Censorship always defeats it own purpose, for it creates in the end the kind of society that is incapable of exercising real discretion.Henry Steele Commager
The fact is that censorship always defeats its own purpose, for it creates, in the end, the kind of society that is incapable of exercising real discretion.Henry Steele Commager
There is no failure except in no longer trying. There is no defeat except from within, no really insurmountable barrier save our own inherent weakness of purpose.Kin Hubbard
Thoughts lead on to purpose, purpose leads on to actions, actions form habits, habits decide character, and character fixes our destiny.Tryon Edwards
Simplicity, clarity, singleness: These are the attributes that give our lives power and vividness and joy as they are also the marks of great art. They seem to be the purpose of God for his whole creation.Richard Holloway
Anybody can become angry - that is easy; but to be angry with the right person, and to the right degree, and at the right time, and for the right purpose, and in the right way - that is not within everybody's power and is not easy.Aristotle
Education would be much more effective if its purpose was to ensure that by the time they leave school every boy and girl should know how much they do not know, and be imbued with a lifelong desire to know it.William Haley
A difficult time can be more readily endured if we retain the conviction that our existence holds a purpose - a cause to pursue, a person to love, a goal to achieve.John Maxwell
The purpose of art is to lay bare the questions which have been hidden by the answers.James Baldwin
Multitudes of people, drifting aimlessly to and fro without a set purpose, deny themselves such fulfillment of their capacities, and the satisfying happiness which attends it. They are not wicked, they are only shallow. They are not mean or vicious; they simply are empty -- shake them and they would rattle like gourds. They lack range, depth, and conviction. Without purpose their lives ultimately wander into the morass of dissatisfaction. As we harness our abilities to a steady purpose and undertake the long pull toward its accomplishment, rich compensations reward us. A sense of purpose simplifies life and therefore concentrates our abilities; and concentration adds power.Kenneth Hildebrand


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Doppelgänger. Dopple what? Doppelgänger – it's a German term for your look-alike. It's also the biggest trend on Facebook. Sharing your bra color for Breast Cancer Awareness? That was so two weeks ago. And next week? It'll be your Urban Dictionary name.
What is with these massively viral Facebook crazes? Suddenly, Facebook is the new Twitter – a trending topic on Twitter will now spread just as easily through Facebook statuses. Why? It's shining light on the fact that Facebook now has more than 350 million users, and that of those 350 million, more than 35 million users update their status each day.
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Introduction to bird-watching
This beginning bird-watching class is perfect for those wanting to get into the hobby. Learn the fundamentals of bird appreciation and how to identify various species.
This six-week class meets on Mondays, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., beginning Aug. 31 in the library classroom at the Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road. There will also be four weekend field trips. The registration fee is $50.
For more information, call (480) 503-6200 or visit www.gilbertrecreation.com.
Wildlife garden experience
Explore and work in the wildlife gardens of the Riparian Preserve, 2757 E. Guadalupe Road, with plant biologist Jennie Rambo.
Hear about how the preserve maintains a healthy and diverse environment. Learn how you can use similar techniques in your own home garden.
The event is scheduled for 6:30 a.m. Saturday.
For more information, contact the Riparian Preserve at (480) 503-7644 or www.riparianinstitute.org.
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Registration opens Monday for teams that would like to participate in the fall session of the adult recreational basketball league.
Divisions for men's and women's teams are available.
All teams must submit a completed roster of between five and 15 players to the Community Services Department, 90 E. Civic Center Drive, by Sept. 4 to be included. League fees are $540 per team.
Men's league games will be played at Greenfield Junior High School, 101 S. Greenfield Road, and women's league games will be played at South Valley Junior High School, 2034 S. Lindsay Road. Game times will vary depending on division.
For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (480) 503-6200 or www.ci.gilbert.az.us/eservices/parks.
Charity golf tournament
Hit the links Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for this golf event designed to benefit the Gilbert Police Department. The tournament will include prizes, music, raffles and more. The $75 registration will include green fees, a golf cart, range balls, breakfast and lunch.
Call (480) 203-3712 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com for more information.
Recreation classes available
Looking to get the kids out of the house? Interested in picking up a new skill? Registration is open for a fall slate of Gilbert recreational classes.
Take a look at the wide variety of activities offered by the town at the Freestone Recreation Center, 1141 E. Guadalupe Road. Dance, sports, education, fitness and martial arts are just a few of the courses offered. Registration fees and starting dates vary.
For more information or to register, call (480) 503-6221 or visit www.ci.gilbert.az.us/eservices/parks.
'Beauty and the Beast' stage show
The Hale Centre Theatre will present the award-winning stage show "Disney's Beauty and the Beast" through Saturday.
The theater is located at 50 W. Page Ave. Ticket prices are $23 for matinees and $25 for evening shows.
For showtimes or to purchase tickets, call (480) 497-1181 or visit www.haletheatrearizona.com.
Tuesday time travel
Kids ages 5 to 9 are invited to learn about the culture and history of ancient Rome.
Several hands-on activities will highlight this free presentation scheduled for 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road. Space is limited and advance registration is required for the event.
For more information or to register, call (602) 652-3000 or visit www.mcldaz.org.
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"Christina Jo get down here RIGHT NOW for dinner!" Christina woke up at the sound of her mom's voice coming up from the kitchen. She glanced at her clock. It was 6:33 already. Christina threw her homework on the floor and ran downstairs.
"Christina, that was the third time I had to call you!"
"Sorry mom. I was sleeping."
"Sleeping! Why are you sleeping when you have chores to do and work to get done! Don't you get enough sleep at night when you are supposed to sleep?!"
"I just was bored and dozed off! Geez..." Christina sat down at the table and started her dinner. Neither of them said anything the whole time. When Christina got up, her mom didn't even argue that she didn't eat all of her dinner. Whatever. Christina just scraped off her plate and went to her room to tackle all of her homework that was due tomorrow.
"Write a paper on who you are and who you want to be. How dumb. Well, lets see..." Christina was in her room on her computer writing one of the many papers she had to write for various classes. She hit away at the keys, writing papers on who she was, what she learned in years past, what she thought of life, stuff like that. No one likes that kind of stuff, it's just something the teachers are required to ask you. Christina called up Jackie and asked what she thought of the papers.
"Well, Mrs. Wheeler's paper is probably the most boring, make sure you do that last so you can fall asleep better tonight. But do Mr. Calstomes's first. That was actually OK to write. Mr. Johnson's is stuff about wars, so you need to use google or ask jeeves to get a good grade on that. Just say you thought all the wars proved good points and that wars can solve some things. He likes people that like blood and guts, don't know why though."
"Jackie! Stop! I didn't want a novel on your thoughts!"
"Sorry, I'll keep my thoughts to myself next time."
"You know I was only joking Jac."
"Sorry I have to go. Bye." Great. Now Christina's best friend was mad at her. Well, whatever she did she didn't mean to. She picked up the phone and hit redial. No one answered. Christina just went back to her stupid papers.
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Taking anti-HIV drugs can dramatically reduce the risk of you passing on HIV to your baby.
Many women living with HIV have given birth to HIV-negative children, by taking these precautions:
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By doing these things, the chances of the baby having HIV is very low – under 1%. If you are on HIV treatment and have an undetectable viral load, the chances are lower still: 0.1%.
There are two different ways in which anti-HIV drugs act to prevent mother-to-child transmission.
First, they reduce your viral load so your baby is exposed to less HIV while in the womb and during birth. The aim of HIV treatment is to get, and keep, your viral load to undetectable levels (if your viral load is below 50, it is usually said to be undetectable).
Second, anti-HIV drugs may cross the placenta and enter your baby's body, preventing the virus from ever taking hold. Newborn babies are given a short course of anti-HIV drugs after they are born when their mother is known to be HIV positive.
You can reduce the risk of HIV transmission further by having a managed delivery. Your doctor will look at your viral load when you are 36 weeks pregnant and discuss options with you.
If you have an undetectable viral load, it is usually recommended you have a vaginal delivery. You will need to continue with your HIV treatment during labour.
If your viral load is detectable, but very low (under 400), your doctor will look at your particular situation and discuss options with you.
If your viral load is above 400, it is recommended you have a planned caesarean section.
Your baby should start four weeks of anti-HIV drugs in the first four hours after he or she is born, and will have an HIV test in the first 48 hours. Further tests will be done in the next months to find out his or her HIV status.
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Always Abounding in the Work of the Lord
Charles Spurgeon on spending yourself for Christ:
People said to me years ago, 'You will break your constitution down with preaching ten times a week,' and the like. Well, if I have done so I am glad of it. I would do the same again. If I had fifty constitutions I would rejoice to break them down in the service of the Lord Jesus Christ. You young men that are strong, overcome the wicked one and fight for the Lord while you can. You will never regret having done all that lies in you for our blessed Lord and Master.
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20 students caught up in sexting case in Beverly middle, high school
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School officials say they are investigating a case of sexting involving two schools in Beverly.
The Beverly school resource officer said an inappropriate video made by a female student for a male student last March has circulated through two schools.
The video came to staff's attention when a student overheard the buzz, felt bad and reported it, the officer said.
School-owned laptops were seized, interviews conducted and parents were alerted.
In total about 20 students from Beverly High School and Briscoe Middle School either viewed or forwarded the video, school officials said.
Authorities have decided to punish the students with suspensions rather than press sexting charges. They say they will use this as a "teachable moment."
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Senior Apartment Homes located in Cheektowaga, NY. We offer 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes, heat and hot water are included. Close to shopping and restaurants. Right off the I90 William Street exit. Non-stop activities in our Club House, Large swimming pool to enjoy the summer days!
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Affordable City Living with the being on a residential street! Located in Downtown Buffalo and walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Centrally located with easy access to major thruways.
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As I opened the contents and read the link it sent me too, it became apparent that our Dean of Student Life, Mike Moroski, was placed on leave from our school do to his uncompromising stance on gay marriage.
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As the USA's biggest hotel chains such as Marriott, Starwood and Carlson scramble to open hotels in India, a little-known hotel chain is planning a major expansion by catering to solo female travelers, the Times of India reports.
Berggruen Hotels, a five-year-old chain funded by a New York-based private equity firm, plans to open 30 more budget hotels under the "Keys" name across India by 2015, the article says. They now have 10 10 Keys hotels in operation.
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Organizations at the University of Michigan
Japanese and Dual Immersion Schools in Southeastern Michigan
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Other U.S.-Based Organizations
Organizations in Japan
Japanese Publications
Organizations at the University of Michigan
- Animania - The University of Michigan Japanese animation club.
- Ann Arbor Japan House - U-M and community organization which includes housing and cultural events.
- Asia Library - The specialized branch of the Hatcher Graduate Library dealing with Asian literature.
- Center for Global and Intercultural Study - Oversees programs with Japanese universities such as, Kyushu University, Japan Center for Michigan Universities, Kyoto Consortium for Japanese Studies, etc.
- Center for International and Comparative Law - Central clearinghouse for international activities taking place at the Law School and around the University and provides direction and support to faculty and student initiatives.
- Japanese Studies Interdisciplinary Colloquium (JSIC) - A CJS student-run interdisciplinary exchange between graduate students and faculty members.
- Japan Family Health Program - Japanese language medical services for individuals and families in the surrounding community.
- Japan Student Association - The student group for those at U-M interested in Japan.
- Japanese Language Program - The Japanese language program homepage within the department of Asian Languages & Cultures.
- Mitsui Life Financial Research Center - Encourages and supports academic research in the financial markets of Pacific-Basin countries, with a focus on Asia and the U.S.
- Ross School of Business Japan Business Association - Student group in the Stephen M. Ross School of Business.
- Stearns Collection - Over 2500 pieces of historical and contemporary musical instruments from around the world.
- Summer Language Institute – For students interested in studying Japanese at U-M throughout the summer.
- University of Michigan Kendo Club - Established in 2002, this club provides an opportunity for University of Michigan students and the community to learn and practice Kendo.
- University of Michigan Museum of Art - Especially strong in Edo period paintings and tea wares.
Japanese and Dual Immersion Schools in Southeastern Michigan
- Japan School of Detroit (JSD) - A K-12 school focusing on Japanese language and culture for area students. This school is modeled on the Japanese curricula and targets Japanese heritage learners.
- Himawari Preschool - A bilingual preschool open to English and Japanese heritage learners. Instruction is conducted in Japanese.
- Japan American School of South East Michigan (JASSEM) - A dual immersion school open to English and Japanese heritage learners. Created in 2010, this school is currently accepting enrollment in its Kindergarten; new grades will be added as the child continues through the educational system.
Organizations in Michigan
- Ann Arbor Bonsai Society - For those interested in the popular hobby of bonsai growing.
- Consulate General of Japan in Detroit - The homepage of the Consulate General in Detroit. Available in Japanese language and English.
- Ikebana International Detroit Chapter 85 - Located in Southfield, MI, this group promotes the art of Japanese flower arranging through demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and public exhibitions.
- Japan-America Society - With offices throughout the United States, the group has a Detroit-Windsor chapter. This link is to a country-wide calendar of events.
- Japan Business Society of Detroit - Activities directed at helping businesses and individuals identify and maximize opportunities for the benefit of their companies' operation in the Detroit market. The JBSD Foundation grants scholarships to students studying in Japan, and provides financial support to community organizations in the areas of education and research.
- Japan Center for Michigan Universities - A study abroad program which is a product of the sister-state relationship between the State of Michigan and Shiga Prefecture.
- Japanese Cultural Center and Tea House - Located in Saginaw, Michigan, the Tea House is one of only a handful of authentic Japanese tea houses in the United States, and is complete with a Japanese garden. Guests may make reservations to attend a tea ceremony, led by practitioners trained in chanoyu (the art of tea) and wearing traditional Japanese garb. The center also offers classes for all ages in Japanese calligraphy, ikebana, origami, bonsai, and the tea ceremony. For more information, please contact the center at 527 Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw, MI, 48601; Tel: 517.759.1648, or visit their web page.
- Michigan-Shiga Sister State Program - Established as a result of the formal Sister State Agreement between the State of Michigan and Shiga Prefecture that was signed on November 14, 1968. The goals of this program are to unite the people of Michigan and the people of Shiga in bonds of friendship and to promote mutual understanding of the peoples of the world.
Other U.S.-Based Organizations
- Asian Reading Room - The Asian Reading Room is the primary public access point for researchers seeking to use the Asian collections of the Library of Congress in the many languages of Asia. The reading room covers the area from the South Asian subcontinent and Southeast Asia to China, Japan, and Korea. With almost 2 million books, periodicals, newspapers, manuscripts, and electronic media, the collections are the most comprehensive sources of Asian language materials outside of Asia. Area Specialists and Reference Librarians provide in-depth reference assistance on questions concerning Asia. Western language materials about Asia are part of the general collection but can be requested in either the Asian Reading Room or the Main Reading Room.
- Association for Asian Studies - The professional organization of scholars and others interested in Asia. Includes Asian Studies Newsletter, job listings, publications, and information on the annual meeting.
- Asia Society - an international organization dedicated to strengthening relationships and deepening understanding among the peoples of Asia and the United States through art exhibitions and performances, films, lectures, seminars and conferences, publications and assistance to the media, and materials and programs for students and teachers.
- Council on East Asian Libraries - Among the services the CEAL provides are a) serve as a faculty-librarians' forum for the discussion of East Asian library problems of common concern; (b) formulate programs for the development of East Asian library resources, bibliographic controls, and access; and (c) improve inter-library and international cooperation in East Asian library development and services.
- H-Japan - H-NET (Humanities Online) Discussion List for Japanese Studies.
- Japan Document Center - The Japan Documentation Center (JDC) provides up-to-the-minute information on Japan in a wide range of public policy and research fields, including legislation, judicial decisions, economics, commerce and industry, the environment, politics, social conditions, and national defense. Headquartered at the Library of Congress, JDC is a joint undertaking between the Library and the Center for Global Partnership of the Japan Foundation.
- Japan Foundation - Promotes the exchange of culture and the arts as well as overseas Japanese language and Japanese studies education.
- Japan Society - Private, nonprofit, nonpolitical institution offering programs in the arts, business, education and public affairs.
- Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission - Independent federal agency that provides support for training and information to help prepare Americans to better meet the challenges and opportunities in the US-Japan relationship through grant programs for institutions.
- JETRO Chicago - The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is a nonprofit, Japanese government-supported organization dedicated to promoting mutually beneficial trade and economic relationships between Japan and other nations. JETRO Chicago coordinates activities for the Midwest United States, including Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
- National Association of Japan-America Societies - Offers educational, cultural and business programs about Japan and U.S.-Japan relations to the general public through its member Japan and Japan-America Societies.
- Online Resources for Japanese Studies
- Portal to Asian Internet Resourcs (PAIR)
- United States - Japan Foundation - Provides information on grants, grantees and various links to Japan-US related information.
Organizations in Japan
- Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishieries - The Ministry in Japan that administers policy directed towards agricultural products.
- Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology - Contains various information on educational resources in Japan, including many links to Japanese Universities.
- Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare - Administers programs such as welfare, public assistance, medical insurance, and controls the quality control system for medical supplies in Japan.
- Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications - Manages the social and economic infrastructure of Japan with jurisdiction over public service personnel, local administration and finance, electoral systems, postal service, fire fighting, disaster prevention and other various systems involving the people's lives.
- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry - Contains information on trade in Japan as well as links to the Patent Office in Japan and other sites.
- Oversees Japan's mail and phone services.
- University of Michigan Alumni Association in Japan - U-M alumni organization in Japan.
Japanese Publications
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- Journals (in English) include Bulletin of Concerned Asian Scholars (quarterly), Japan Echo (bimonthly), Japanese Journal Info (table-of-contents of current Japanese journals), Social Science Japan (Institute of Social Science, University of Tokyo Tokyo). Japan Focus is a weekly email digest with topical features. Nipponia is a quarterly about culture and society.


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Now that school is pretty much back in full swing around the country (my kiddo started yesterday), what are some things you're aiming to do differently this year? Any special organizational ideas? Have you been scooping up ideas from pinterest? (I have a few teacher friends who I've seen pinning ideas.) Here's something I wish my kid's teacher would have done:
My kiddo isn't a fan of art but we could have worked on this together and did some art and writing work.
|Sun, 09-09-2012 - 10:04am
I think my original question has been perceived not as I had meant. I was really asking if you were doing anything different as far as how you were handling things in the class such as organizing things (I don't expect teachers to deter from their teaching methods as I know there are specific ways to do certain things). I was hoping to get a conversation going that could give other teacher's some ideas. You know, what works for you, what hasn't, what you're going to try this year that's different, etc. Like I said, I was just tossing pinterest out there as a jumping point as I have teacher friend's who are always pinning teaching ideas/organization info. And my mother is a teacher and is always working on new ways to do things. I'm sure there are a ton of other, non-pinterest sites out there with info as well.
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I also don't use Pinterest. Everyone talks about how wonderful it is, but I just see it as something else to be addicted to.
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Hi Sherry -
That's a shame. My child's school must be a bit different as they've always done different things and incorporated teaching in different ways and my teacher friends incorporate ideas as well (also in the disctrict).
Pinterest isn't all about just different teaching methods, there are some ideas to help with organizational things from a teacher's standpoint (i.e., how to sort books, create an 'were you absent?' box). I don't pin them myself, but my teacher friend's pin them (which is how I see them, lol!). I was wondering if anyone spotted a new way to do something like that, etc.
Thanks for sharing. You've obviously very passionate!
|Sat, 09-08-2012 - 2:52pm
There is now very little teachers can do to change curriculum and basic content methodology in their classroom. Teachers are pressed to get the test scores at the expense of creativity, problem solving and activities that are engaging and motivational. If they don't get the scores their pay and job are in jeopardy thanks to politicians who know nothing about real education and education "leaders" who want their 15 minutes of fame.
The teachers had a Pinterest training session last spring, but few felt they had time to search and pin content. Even if they do it is unlikely they would have time to use it if it does not directly teach a tested skill in the format used on the test. Content, methods and assessment have become very formatted and pretty inflexible thanks to the demands to get test scores over everything else.
The idea in the link is cute but it would take time away from instruction on a tested skill.


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No doubt most of us are still learning what Twitter is and what Twitter does. (Hint: It's the newest Internet phenomenon.) But if you are already a Twitterer we invite you to take part in AARC's "Twitter Tuesday" on April 28.
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