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RCW 47.24.020 (Chapter 220, Sec. 5, Laws of 1949 as last amended by Chapter 193, Laws of 1953) provides for illumination to be furnished by cities and towns and in cities over 15,000 population for the installation, operation, maintenance, and control of traffic and signals. The method of control of access has no bearing on cities' responsibility.
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December 28, 1953
Washington State Highway CommissionDepartment of HighwaysTransportation BuildingOlympia, Washington Cite as: AGO 53-55 No. 187
Attention: Mr. Lorenz Goetz, Secretary
We are in receipt of your letter of December 2, 1953, in which you request our opinion with respect to the provisions of RCW 47.24.020, and the responsibility of cities and towns for illumination and traffic signals on relocated routes of state highways within the corporate limits of cities and towns.
Our conclusions may be summarized as follows:
Where the route of the state highway is relocated within the corporate limits of a city or town, regardless of whether the route is relocated on existing streets or is new construction, or both, the city or town at its own expense must provide illumination, and in cities having a population over fifteen thousand must install, [[Orig. Op. Page 2]] maintain, operate and control all traffic or traffic control signals, signs and traffic control devices, subject to approval of the Highway Commission for the installation and type only. The method of control of access on the route of a relocated highway would have no bearing on the cities' responsibility for proper illumination and traffic control devices.
RCW 47.24.020, which, when enacted as section 5, chapter 220, Laws of 1949, and last amended by chapter 193, Laws of 1953, under the title, "Jurisdiction, control and duty of the state and city * * *.," contains the following provisions with reference to the route of state highways in cities and towns:
Section 1. "The director shall have no authority to change or establish any grade of any such street without approval of the governing body of such city or town;
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"(6) The city or town at its own expense shall provide street illumination * * *
"(8) Cities and towns shall have exclusive right to grant franchises over, beneath and upon such streets: * * *
"(11) Cities and towns shall regulate and enforce all traffic and parking restrictions on such streets, * * *
"(13) The director shall install, operate, maintain and control at state expense all traffic control signals, signs and traffic control devices in cities having a population of fifteen thousand or less according to the latest federal census. Cities and towns having a population in excess of fifteen thousand according to the latest federal census shall install, maintain, operate and control such signals, signs and devices [[Orig. Op. Page 3]] at their own expense, subject to approval of the director for the installation and type only. For the purpose of this subdivision striping, lane marking and channelization are considered traffic control devices;
"(14) All revenue from parking meters placed on such streets shall belong to the city or town;
"(15) Rights of way for such streets shall be acquired by either the city or town or by the state as shall be mutually agreed upon. Costs of acquiring rights of way may be at the sole expense of the state or at the expense of the city or town or at the expense of the state and the city or town as may be mutually agreed upon. Title to all rights of way so acquired shall vest in the city or town: * * *." (Emphasis supplied)
It is quite clear from the foregoing statute, and in particular sections 6, 13 and 15, that the route of any state highway within a city or town imposes a definite responsibility upon the city or town for illumination and traffic control devices. As to what is proper illumination and signals should of course be a matter of agreement between the governing body of the city or town and the State Highway Commission.
As a matter of common sense and good business practice, these agreements should be entered into at the time that the proposed improvements are approved by the governing body of the city or town.
The method of control of access on any street or public highway does not change its character as a street or public highway within a city or town. Before a state highway can be relocated within a city or town by new construction or reconstruction of a part or all thereof the plans must be approved by the governing body of the city or town who has the final and complete say as to where said highway shall be located and constructed within the corporate limits, as provided by RCW 47.52.020 and RCW 47.52.070. After construction it is a street or public highway in and of the city or town.
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Chapter 187, Laws of 1937, codified as RCW 37.75.010 under the general title of "Roads and Bridges ‑ General Provisions" under definitions, Paragraph 4 defines "city streets," every public highway or part thereof, located within the limits of incorporated cities or towns, except alleys. This is the general law as defined by the courts.
By section 15 of RCW 47.24.020, as set forth herein, any rights of way acquired within the corporate limits of a city, regardless by whom acquired, the title thereof by statute vests in the city or town. If the legislature had solely in mind the location or relocation of a state highway upon existing streets, then section 15 of RCW 47.24.020 would be meaningless. It might be well to point out that our limited access law as originally enacted by the legislature, chapter 202, Laws of 1947, provided for the construction of limited access facilities within incorporated cities and towns by the state, subject to the consent of the local authorities, so this law existed at the time that section 15, RCW 47.24.020 was enacted as a law in 1949. As set forth in said section 15, it is immaterial as to who shares the expense of construction of the facility, title to the right of way for the facility thus acquired and constructed is in the city or town.
The state has granted to incorporated cities and towns the right to establish, lay out, construct, alter, etc. streets within its corporate limits. Such cities and towns have exclusive jurisdiction over its streets until the legislature has manifestly withdrawn some part of this exclusive jurisdiction.
It is a basic and fundamental obligation of any city or town to control, operate and maintain these streets or public highways within the corporate limits for public use as a proper governmental function of the city or town, and this will be true until such time as the legislature sees fit to authorize the state to acquire fee title and assume complete control and jurisdiction of the routes of state highways within cities.
Very truly yours,
DON EASTVOLDAttorney General
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Erin Daly '14
Job: Grounds Crew Sustainability Worker
Who I am: Junior Environmental Studies and Geography major from Weedsport, NY.
Projects: Writing a series of articles relating Grounds to the sustainability theme of the month, working on monitoring the amount of water used in newly planted "sustainable landscape" areas in conjunction with the sustainable landscape master plan.
Goals: I would love to see a greater portion of the student body (and community members for that matter) thinking more actively about how they can be sustainable. I would just like to see our community consume less and recognize the hidden impacts of our wasteful actions.
Jessica Del Fiacco '16
Job: Library Office- Student Aide
Who I Am: I am a first-year student from Northwestern Wisconsin.
Projects: I collect and sort the paper from various locations and then deliver it to Document Services to be made into Onesies.
Goals: To make recycling easier and more common than throwing things away.
Wouter Hammink '14
Job: ITS Sustainability Worker
Who I Am: I'm an easily overwhelmed Dutch-American quickly realizing I'm still not sure what I want to do with my future. I'm studying Political Science and Environmental Studies, and I love to sit outside thinking about how their respective realms love to hate each other.
Projects: I'm interested in reducing paper use on campus in my one semester on the committee. I want to work more with faculty to encourage decreased paper consumption and to allow individual members of the Macalester community to see their printing statistics in an effort to curb consumption.
Goals: On a campus scale, I want to see Macalester embrace the digital era and go completely paperless! How cool would that be?! More largely, I want to see a reduction of our dependence on non-local food sources and genetically modified food products.
Kate Keleher '13
Job: Purchasing Sustainability Student Worker
Who I Am: I'm a Macalester senior from Boston majoring in International Studies and minoring in English and Environmental Studies. If I'm not cooking, choreographing, working at an Afghani restaurant, writing, laughing at my own puns, biking, or pretending to speak Dutch with my friends, I'm probably spending quality (Daily) time with my boyfriend, Jon Stewart.
Projects: After working in Facilities as the Zero Waste Coordinator and the Sustainability Office as the Student Worker Network Coordinator, I'm looking forward to tackling our campus' inefficiencies from yet another perspective. In Purchasing, I hope to focus on the material details of daily life at Macalester, share the story of commodities' origins and destinations, and make realistic, lasting changes where I can.
Goals: I wish for transparency. If commodities could talk, what stories would they tell? What are my actions' consequences? I suspect this knowledge would redefine the choices of my everyday life.
Samilee Moody '13
Job: Sustainability Network Coordinator in Facilities
Who I Am: I'm a Minneapolis-area native and a senior Physics/Astronomy major with a studio art minor. Not much else to say; I like coffee and vegetables, and one of my friends told me I have a Finnish soul (despite my lack of physical or genetic connection to Finland).
Projects: I'm hoping to get a nice little greenhouse for MULCH, and possibly continue my work on improving the Free Swap.
Goals: I want to make fresh, local vegetables more accessible for people everywhere!
Erin Porter '16
Job: Library Office Student Aide
Who I Am: I am a first year student from Aztec, New Mexico. I am a big proponent of creating sustainability in our communities, and in high school I helped create a program for recycling computer paper in my school. I love the wonderful outdoors and traveling. I am currently undecided on a major, but I am considering something in the Humanities or possibly International Studies.
Projects: I am currently part of the sustainability team in the library, and I work with the team on the Onesies project as well as other projects in the library.
Goals: In the long-term, my goal is to help dramatically decrease the amount of paper printed in the library and around campus, though helping Macalester become more sustainable in general would be wonderful too. I am also seeking to spread knowledge of sustainability practices to the community and beyond.
Gabby Queenen '15
Job: Zero Waste and Recycling Coordinator
Who I Am: I am currently a sophomore at Macalester and I am majoring in Environmental Science and Political Science with a Spanish minor. I am from Bedford, Massachusetts and I am from a close-knit North Eastern family that loves the outdoors.
Projects: As a Zero Waste and Recycling Coordinator, my focus will be on developing a Zero Waste mentality here at Macalester. I'm hoping to develop some student led projects that will allow for student engagement in volunteering for recycling initiatives as well as increased education for the student body with regards to the initiatives Macalester has already worked so hard to create.
Goals: My vision for Macalester is a campus that promotes a sustainable lifestyle. I would love to see a campus that incorporates sustainability into every aspect of student and faculty life with ease, from accessible composting units on campus to greener technology use from all departments.
Emma Stout '15
Job: Energy Efficiency Coordinator, Facilities Department
Who I am: I'm a sophomore Environmental Studies major from Roseville, Minnesota. On campus, I'm involved with the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center, as well as an organization called Food Roots. This summer I worked as a teacher intern at Breakthrough Saint Paul.
Projects: I'm interested in developing programs to educate members of the community about how to reduce energy consumption at Mac.
Goals: In my ideal world, everyone would have access to clean air and water and healthy, organic food.
Karen Weldon '14
Job: Food Sustainability Worker
Who I Am: I'm a junior Environmental Studies major from Norman, Oklahoma, who loves food! If I'm not eating curry, baking granola, or taking out the compost, chances are you'll find me browsing cookbooks, shopping at farmers' markets or Asian groceries, reading Michael Pollen and Wendell Berry, or advocating for a more sustainable food system. Aside from my great appetite for everything food, I also enjoy traveling Japan, playing in orchestras, drawing from models, taking walks with friends, and collecting postcards.
Projects: This year, I'm continuing a newspaper series on Café Mac workers, working to get the President's Real Food Campus Commitment enacted, running the Real Food Calculator, reducing waste through Clean Plate Days, and beginning a campaign for meatless Mondays.
Goals: I envision Macalester as a place where all food comes from sustainable, fair, and humane sources. Solar ovens and wind power will cook our meals and power our dishwashers. Food packaging will all be reusable. Food waste will be minimal, and will be used to feed the resident pigs. Side lawns will be converted into "eat the lawn" veggie gardens, and rooftops will sprout orchards.

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I just started the basement and did the first coat of latex Drylok. This is going onto cast high pressure concrete walls. Coverage works out about 50 sq ft / gallon. Yes, I am putting it on like it's free with a 6 inch brush ! The issue I have, is that now the first coat has dried, I see LOTS of small holes in the wall that were originally air bubbles against the casting barrier. The Drylok goes over these, but does not form a solid membrane when it dries. The Drylok surface tension is too high it seems, as it breaks round the hole during drying leaving hundreds of small holes. I am hoping the second coat will cover the holes, but I am afraid it will not. Any suggestions other than using a cement filler on the wall to fill all the holes first and then another few hundred dollars for more Drylok ? OBTW, I bought a paint sprayer that said it would do Latex... it could not even suck the Drylock out of the container ! |
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- Posted by rsteventon (My Page) on Fri, Sep 19, 08 at 9:56
Just a follow up. I added the second coat, and almost all the pin-holes are now gone. Additional note on applying Drylok: The fastest way is to add enough to the paint try so the tray is 1/2 full. Then drag the tray up the wall with the Drylok spilling out one side against the wall. You should get it right on the second try. After that, spread it around with a 6 inch+ masonry brush. The speed you put the stuff on the wall increases about 4x !!! |
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PANAJI: Economic Development Corporation (EDC) board has modified the interest rebate scheme to promote industries in backward talukas of the state.
According to modified scheme, those industries which pay their instalments on loans regularly to EDC will now be given minimum 5% interest rebate as an incentive.
Speaking to TOI, EDC managing director S P Bhat said "The duration of this scheme is 5 years, and the rebate will be given to the entrepreneur on a maximum of Rs 25 lakh paid as interest per year."
The non-Goan entrepreneurs willing to set up the industry in backward talukas will get 5% interest rebate. The Goans setting up industry in backward talukas will get 5% interest rebate, plus 2% more as a further incentive for being local. And women entrepreneurs will be offered 5% as per the scheme, plus 2% rebate as women and also 2% rebate for locals.
"To avail the scheme, the entrepreneurs have to set up industries in Pernem, Sanguem, Satari, Bicholim, Canacona, Quepem and Dharbandora", said Bhat.
The scheme is also applicable for existing industries as well as new for loans.
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Federal Reserve: Infinate Cash! HELP WANTED!
Submitted by Mark Twain on Fri, 02/11/2011 - 01:02Create your own "Legal Tender."
Get your cash first... Fed Help Wanted!
Learn to bank like the Egyptians did centuries ago.
We have preserved ancient banking rules that are still in use today.
Learn to marry rich! Warsh, young, retiring Fed Governor did. This Fed Governor is richer than all the others combined.
US Federal Reserve has two super high level positions open today! Immediate unlimited cash incentives! Both positions are at the highest levels of treachery.
Here are 3 ways to create your very own "Legal Tender." Legally.
- The Fed. Two top positions advertised here now.
- Steve Wozniak, $2 "Legal Tender" Printer, Apple Computer Founder.
Woz's $2 bill sheets - The Engadget Show
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJ1TIYxm1vM - University of Kansas Internship
Hone your skills with the Fed. No talent required.
- Create legal tender out to thin air
- Loan legal tender that does not exist
- Debase
Fed's Warsh Quits; Bernanke Adviser Questioned QE2
Warsh was an architect of the terms the Treasury dictated to nine of the biggest U.S. banks in October 2008 in return for a $125 billion injection of government funds. He played a central role in negotiating the sale of the ailing Wachovia Corp., mediating a takeover fight that erupted between Citigroup Inc. and Wells Fargo & Co.
Intensified Crisis
Days before Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc.'s bankruptcy in 2008 intensified the crisis, a Fed staff member e-mailed Warsh to say she hoped "we don't have to protect" some Lehman debt holders, according to documents released by the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission. Warsh replied an e-mail 30 minutes later that "I hope we don't protect anything!"
In January 2009, Warsh was passed over... in favor of Dudley, a former Goldman Sachs Group Inc. economist and leading advocate of the Fed's stimulus that's been dubbed QE2 by investors for a second round of quantitative easing.
Warsh in 2002 married Jane Lauder ($$$), an heir to her grandmother Estee Lauder's cosmetics fortune, making him wealthier than the rest of the Fed governors combined. His wife is the global president and general manager of Estee Lauder Cos.' Origins and Ojon brands and is on the company's board of directors.
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- Chairman Ben S. Bernanke, 2011
$200 K easy money. Be professional. Be rich.
Getting there:
Washington DC Metro line to Foggy Bottom Metro stop. Then "follow the money."
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Why don't they just give everyone over 18 one million dollars and any issues they have will go away lol
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UoK list several internships
UoK list several internships for companies that are members of federally sponsored cartels.
Funny how so many hate greedy monopolies yet seem to love or a least tolerate greedy cartels with monopoly power it the government creates them.
Free includes debt-free!
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Mommy, when I grow up can I become a liar, thief and cheat?
Well, only if you work for the government or their sanctioned criminal organizations. Otherwise you may end up in jail.
Free includes debt-free!
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That kid jumped from, "steal" all the way over to, "thief?"
Oh lordy, we are gonna need a taller fence & gate by Spring.
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Thanks MT!
I was gonna post something about this earlier because it has such juicy fed infighting and rats (although Warsh isn't the biggest) jumping ship.
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Well, you are welcome.
A quick neighborly quip.
Fed Governor Warsh ain't the biggest liar by a long stretch.
However, in 2002 he married very rich. He is richer than all the other Fed Governors combined.
The first liar doesn't have a chance.
Warsh in 2002 married Jane Lauder, an heir to her grandmother Estee Lauder's cosmetics fortune, making him wealthier than the rest of the Fed governors combined. His wife is the global president and general manager of Estee Lauder Cos.' Origins and Ojon brands and is on the company's board of directors.
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Organic London Restaurants
At these organic London restaurants, there is an emphasis on locally grown, fair trade and unprocessed produce.
The Organic Tapas Company
Greenwich Picture House, 180 Greenwich High Road, Greenwich, SE10 8NN [map]
The Organic Tapas Company offer an authentic Spanish tapas in the heart of Greenwich.
Amico Bio Holborn
Italian Restaurant
43 New Oxford Street, WC1A 1BH [map]
You don't have to be a vegetarian to eat vegetarian and Italian cuisine offers some of the best meat-free dishes.
Bumpkin Notting Hill
British Restaurant
209 Westbourne Park Road, Notting Hill, W11 1EA [map]
Just off the renowned Portobello Road, Bumpkin restaurant is a four floor town house, with two dining floors, a private dining room seating 34 (or up to 70 standing) and an attic room, which hosts…
The Duke Of Cambridge
30 St Peters Street, Islington, N1 8JT [map]
Islington gastro pub The Duke of Cambridge is certified by the Soil Association and serves a delicious range of organic food and drink.
British Restaurant
10 Orsman Road, N1 5QJ [map]
This canalside restaurant is one of Shoreditch's hidden gems. The deliciously tempting yet ethical menu features the freshest seasonal ingredients all prepared in stylish, eco-friendly surroundings.
Clarkes Restaurant
British Restaurant
122-124 Kensington Church Street, Kensington, W8 4BH [map]
Opened in 1983 by passionate chef Sally Clarke, this local legend on Kensington Church Street has become a firm favourite with professional critics and amateur gourmets alike.
Pizza Organic
Italian Restaurant
100 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing, W5 1QX [map]
Tucked away on Pitshanger Lane in Ealing, the Pizza House Mediterranean Restaurant is a friendly neighbourhood restaurant with a loyal local following. The interior is a laid-back mix of modern…
Amico Bio
Italian Restaurant
44 Cloth Fair, EC1A 7JQ [map]
Vegetarian, organic, Italian – Amico Bio ticks all these boxes. The Italian chefs import ingredients directly from the family farm in Capua, Italy, so you can be sure that your food is 100% authentic. Pick from delicious veggie dishes such as red bean soup with pasta, and pan-fried potato and vegetable cake with roasted tomato and crispy onions.
Manna Vegetarian Restaurant
Vegetarian Restaurant
4 Erskine Road, Hampstead, NW3 3AJ [map]
Established vegan and vegetarian restaurant offering tasty organic food.
Vegetarian Restaurant
45 Lexington Street, St James, W1F 9AN [map]
Lively Soho restaurant Mildreds serves a selection of veggie and vegan food with international influences, from organic energising detox salad to mushroom and ale pie with fries and mushy peas. Just down the road, you'll find Mildreds' sister eatery, Mrs Marengo's, a vegetarian café and cake shop.
The River Cafe
Italian Restaurant
Rainville Road, Thames Wharf, W6 9HA [map]
The Thameside setting of the Michelin star awarded The River Café sets the laid-back tone for this legendary restaurant with its blend of sleek modern décor and accomplished Italian cooking. Tucked…
Daylesford Organic Notting Hill
British Restaurant
208-212 Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill, W11 2RH [map]
Daylesford Farmshop and Café has fresh foods delivered each day from Daylesford Farm in Gloucestershire. Enjoy a meal in the café or choose from a wide range of produce in the shop – from fruit, vegetables, cheese, bread and meat to bath products and homewares.
Down To Earth
Juice Bar
240 Kensington High Street,Kensington,London W8 6ND,UK, W8 6ND [map]
Down to Earth serves healthy, organic vegetarian dishes including soups, salads, raw food, vegan and gluten-free meals. There's a shop selling organic produce and natural beauty products, and regular "yoga and juice" classes.
Itadaki Zen
Japanese Restaurant
139 King's Cross Road, King's Cross, WC1X 9BJ [map]
Itadaki Zen is an organic and vegan Japanese restaurant.
Natural Kitchen
Gourmet Food & Delicatessen
15-17 New Street Square, The City, EC4A 3BF [map]
The Natural Kitchen uses ingredients that are seasonal, free-range, locally sourced and, wherever possible, organic.
The Natural Kitchen
Gourmet Food & Delicatessen
77-78 Marylebone High Street, Marylebone, W1U 5JX [map]
The Natural Kitchen uses ingredients that are seasonal, free-range, locally sourced and, wherever possible, organic.


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Possessing the right blend of features and design, the G3 finally gives LG the right phone with which to challenge Korean rival Samsung.
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a budget hybrid that skips the more-common fold-back or button-clasp hinges and instead attaches its screen via a magnetic connection. It shares the same hardware limitations as other small hybrids, but can be easier to use.
With monitors that go beyond the norm, HP attempts to make a splash at CES 2015.
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With its new G3 variant, LG gets into octa-core chipsets and gives it customers a cheaper local offer.
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The LG Vigor has much of the same style and features of the G3, but at a fraction of the price.
Lenovo's ThinkPad 10 can add accessories to work as a tablet, laptop or micro all-in-one. It has some premium features to match its premium price, but not a premium CPU.
For an inexpensive tablet, the Fire HD 7 satisfies with a practical, family-friendly operating system, but those interested in a 7-inch tablet can find models with better build quality in the same price range.
The LG G3 S may come with the same name and physical design as its flagship brother, but the similarities are only skin deep. The G3 S's specs have been watered down in every way, making this little more than a low-end phone in a high-end body with a mid-range price.
One of last year's best, the iPad Mini 3 is still a compelling choice despite the lack of upgrades. However, the nearly identical and significantly cheaper iPad Mini 2 is a smarter buy.
Although it's a disappointment Sony hasn't increased the screen resolution along with its size, and the camera's quirks are rather odd, the Xperia Z3 Compact's improved design, vast amounts of power, decent battery life and waterproof body help it maintain its position as one of the best mini flagships around.


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I love this table!! I bought it for my parents as a Christmas present, and it worked out so well! The table itself was very easy to assemble and I was so pleased that all the tools and things you need came right in the box. It is the perfect size--just enough room for a small meal for two or a nice cup of cappuchino! I am satisfied with the weight of the table and chairs, it does not at all feel cheap or flimsy. The chairs are comfortable, my parents said that they don't even feel it need chair pads or covers. I would definitely invest in this table again, maybe when I get my own place. I searched around for a while before purchasing this bistro set, and I don't think you'll find anything better than this one! You definitely get more than you pay for. Be advised: the box that it is delivered in is VERY heavy, so be careful not to throw out your back. :) Enjoy and I hope this helps!
Buyer beware: I was looking for the chair sitting are to be larger than 14"-15" in diameter (that's how most of the bistro sets designed) because my husband is not a small man and I am not a small-frame woman. The description for the chair measurements stated that it's 17" in diameter, which made me to buy it. Unfortunately, when I got the set, sitting are measured barely 15". It's not Overstock fault, they were provided measurements by the manufacturer, but if this issue is deciding point in purchasing, as it was for me, just be aware.
Have you checked your set with a magnet ? I have checked mine and a magnet sticks to my metal and that means that it is made with a ferrous metal and that also means it will rust outside and they are not describing the product accurately. There should be truth in advertising.
Box was slighty damaged upon receipt. However contents were well packed and protected with bubble wrap and styrofoam so nothing was damaged. All parts for assembly were in the box and well marked. Table and chair bolts in separate small bags clearly marked. Assembly instuction where clear and easily understood. Instuctions stated I should have 4 longer studs for seat back attachment but all studs were same size. All were 30 mm none were 35 mm. I was still able to assemble the seats. Only one seat needed leveling with adjustable feet after assembly. Set looks exactly as pictured and is very sturdy. However, be advised set is NOT all cast aluminum. Seat bottoms,seat backs, and table top are aluminum. All table and chair legs appear to be cast iron. the became apparent during assembly based on weight of the pieces. Also verified with a magnet which should not be attracted to aluminum but obviously was attracted and stuck to all legs. This is suppose to be an outdoor bistro set and now I'm concerned about corrosion due some parts being cast iron. Overall very satisfied with my purchase. Will have to monitor set for corrosion as usage progresses.
It amazes me how quickly items arrive from the O. I usually leave the assembly projects for my husband but I gave it a try this time. Very easy and precise instructions. Went together in no time. The color, quality and pricing was great. It is very sturdy and it fits perfectly in the courtyard area of our new home. Thank you O!
We bought two for the front of our cafe. We are ordering 6 more. They are sturdy, Light to move but heavy enough to not feel cheap or flimsy. Our customers love them!
Easy to install. Reasonable price. Will see how it last through A winter and a summer but so far we like it.
The chair wobbles a bit when we sit on it, but they may be because of the way we put it together. It would have been nice if the table was heavier to accommodate an umbrella in the center, but it serves its purpose.
Very nice and clean cut set, no games, looks fabulous..lets see how it stands up to the hot desert weather
I bought one set and got another two weeks later. It makes our back deck look like a little outdoor restaurant. Made from good quality castings ( table top and chair seats are aluminum, legs are cast iron. Iron is heavier but stronger than aluminum so I don't mind this at all ) Not likely that these will blow over. Everything went together easily ( I used my own 14 millimeter socket wrench... If you do the same, just snug up the nuts until the assembly feels sturdy, don't overtighten as cast iron CAN crack if you really overdo it. ) Very nice ornamental style. They've been left out in the rain a few times with no adverse affect, but I think I will gets some covers ( maybe air conditioner covers? ) for wintering over outside. The recommended cushions are very colorful and comfortable, and fit the chair seats exactly.
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Temperatures will be start dropping into the low 60s Monday.
Another low pressure system is moving across Northern California and is approaching Arizona. It will move in on Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day, bringing more wind and a chance for rain and snow, mainly for northern and eastern Arizona. The Valley will have cloudy skies, but the rain will stay away from us as the storm passes quickly across the state.
There's an 70 percent chance of snow in the high country. So, it will be a white Christmas in places like Flagstaff and the White Mountains this year!
Santa should have no major weather disturbances to deal with as he enters Arizona on Christmas Eve. The Desert Doppler Weather Center will be busy on Christmas Eve tracking Santa sightings, so be sure to watch ABC15 News for the latest updates and reports.
Areas above 6,000 ft. will see about an inch of new snow
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8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II in the Chapel
- Greet the morning with music and prayer as we celebrate Holy Eucharist, Rite II. Gather in the Chapel (a replica of Mission Espada in San Antonio) for worship with a small ensemble, a thoughtful sermon, and a warm and welcoming fellowship. This worship service lasts about one hour and is followed by coffee and doughnuts near the fountain in our beautiful Main Courtyard.
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II in the Church
- At this largest service of the morning, gather in the main church with lively preaching, full choir, blended music accompanied by a concert grand piano, and the same open spirit of welcome present in the first service. This service lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes, and it is followed by refreshments at Coffee Hour in McArthur Hall.
Click the "Services" link to find out about the weekly services offered here at Saint Stephen's Episcopal Church.
Much of the ethos of Saint Stephen's is both set by and reflected in the 51-acre church campus in a natural Hill Country setting. The original church structure is now used as a chapel, while the sanctuary, built in 2002, provides 350 seats and reflects the early, traditional Spanish mission-style in Texas. Adjoining the chapel is an open courtyard surrounded by native stone buildings that house the parish hall, church and school offices, and other facilities. Also on the campus are the cemetery and columbarium. The campus includes an outdoor chapel, a permanent stone labyrinth, and a one-mile-plus nature trail featuring folk art Stations of the Cross and Stations of the Resurrection that were designed by a parishioner and crafted by parish members. The grounds lend a sense of pastoral beauty that is treasured by the congregation.
Nestled in the verdant Wimberley Valley, the Village of Wimberley is an oasis in the rocky Hill Country. A comfortable commuting distance from Austin and San Antonio, Wimberley has long been a retreat for artists, musicians and writers, inspired by its natural beauty and water features, such as Blue Hole.
Wimberley's exemplary public school district and a High School that Newsweek Magazine just ranked in 2012 as one of the top 1000 High Schools in the country, a State Football Champion in 2012 Class 3-A football, and our beautiful St. Stephens Episcopal Private Pre-school and Elementary Schools continue to attract young families to the our area.
The official population of the Village of Wimberley is approximately 3,000, but the Postal Service delivers to more than 14,000 homes in the immediate vicinity.
In addition to Wimberley, parishioners hail from Kyle and Plum Creek, South Austin and Canyon Lake, as well as the Driftwood area.
A vibrant arts community, excellent schools both public and private, mild climate and beautiful scenery make Wimberley a unique spot in the Hill Country of Texas.
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Author of
The Chinese Book of Animal Powers
Quantum Soup: Fortune Cookies in Crisis, and
Embrace Tiger, Return to Mountain: The Essence of Taiji
in a public lecture-demonstration with audience participation and Q&A.
"Dao Philosophy and Creative Taiji Practice for Everyday Living"
Wednesday, February 6, 2013 – 4:30–6:00 p.m.
Queen Lili'uokalani Center for Student Services, Room 412
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Master Chungliang Al Huang is the founder of the Living Tao Foundation, an
international cultural-arts network for lifelong learning. He is also
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Cabbage Pakore / Instant Cabbage Fritters
Cabbage combined with flour ans spices to prepare crispy pakores.
I had this pakore long back in my friend's place in chennai. Ever since I felt like trying some time at home but not sure of exact ingredients. Recently while chatting with her got a chance to get the details of the recipe. So without further wait gave a try for weekend evening treat with tea. Not bad came out very crispy outside with crunchy cabbage flavour. I like the pleasing color of the pakore and almost gulped a lot without any hesitation purely for its taste. It absorbed even very less oil and at the same very tasty too. Give a try at your home as this requires very less effort to prepare and easy instant treat to kids.
Preparation & Cooking Time : 30 Minutes
YIELD : Around 15 pakore
Cabbage - 1 cup roughly choppedOnion - 1 medium chopped
Green chilli - 2 minced
Ginger - 1 tbsp minced
Rice Flour - 2tbsp
All Purpose Flour / Maida - 2 tbsp
Curry Leave few springs chopped
Baking Soda - 1/4 tsp
Salt To Taste
Oil for deep fry
- In a mixing bowl combine all ingredients except oil and sprinkle water in between to bind to form a solid mixture. The batter should be able to hold and not like thin bhaji batter.
- Heat sufficient oil for deep frying. Drop a spoon full of batter in batches and cook over medium flame for around 8 minutes or until golden.
- Drain to the kitchen tissues and serve hot.
- Accompany with any chutney or with some tomato ketchup.
- Oil should be hot enough to deep fry the pakore with perfect crisp.
- You can try similar version with carrot or sweet corn.
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Rachel Zoe Reveals Her Spring Style Essentials
When it comes to staying on top of seasonal trends, nobody does it quite like Rachel Zoe. The celebrity stylist and designer has built an entire empire on her signature brand of '70s glamour—but what makes her a true style visionary is her ability to mesh different fashion eras, seamlessly melding modern trends (leather shorts, wedge sneakers) with her Studio 54-esque statement pieces of choice (floor-sweeping maxidresses, sky-high platform sandals).
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[475] Embryonic Stem Cell Markers Nestin and Sox2 Can Differentiate Metastatic Melanoma from Nodal Melanocytic Nevi and Serve as a Powerful Diagnostic Adjunct in Sentinel Lymph Node Evaluation and Melanoma Staging
Pei-Ling Chen, Wei-Shen Chen, Jianping Li, Anne C Lind, Dongsi Lu. Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis
Background: Sentinel lymph node (SLN) evaluation is a critical component of the pathologic staging of malignant melanoma (MM), and lymph node status provides one of the most powerful predictors of recurrence and survival. Using melanocytic markers on SLN enhances the sensitivity of melanoma detection. However, these stains have limited specificity in differentiating melanoma metastases from nodal nevus especially when the focus in question is small. It has been reported that 8% of lymphadenectomies harbor melanocytic nevi, and this percentage is higher in melanoma patients. Of the commonly used melanocytic markers, Melan-A and S-100 are indiscriminately expressed in melanoma and nevus cells, while S-100 highlights dendritic cells, making the interpretation of this marker in lymph nodes especially confusing. It has recently been shown that the embryonic stem cell marker Nestin is strongly expressed in MM and is associated with melanoma progression. Sox2, a key transcription factor in maintaining pluripotency of stem cells, binds the enhancer region of Nestin and is also expressed in MM. In this study, we sought to test the diagnostic utility of Nestin and Sox2 in differentiating metastatic melanoma (MetM) from nodal melanocytic nevi (nMN).
Design: A total of 39 specimens were retrieved from our archives: 21 lymph nodes (LNs) with MetM, 18 LNs with nMN from 18 patients (7 with history of melanoma). Immunostains were performed on FFPE tissue sections using Nestin and Sox2 antibodies.
Results: Of the 21 LNs with MetM, 16 showed diffuse 3+ Nestin, and 5 showed rare cells with 3+ Nestin. Nuclear Sox2 was expressed in 13 MetM and strongly highlighted rare cells in 3 cases. By contrast, none of the nMN expressed Sox2 (n=18), 13 nMN showed no Nestin, and 4 nMN showed rare cells with faint (<1+) Nestin. Of note, 1 case that was originally diagnosed as "subcapsular melanocytic rest" based on Melan-A staining and bland cytology showed rare cells with strong 3+ Nestin staining. Follow-up study revealed melanoma recurrence in the same LN region 2 years later.
Conclusions: We have shown that Nestin is strongly expressed in MetM (n=21; 100%), but not nodal nevi (n=17; 100%)(p<0.0001). Sox2 is also expressed in MetM (n=16; 76%) but not nodal nevi (n=18; 100%)(p<0.0001). This study provides evidence that embryonic stem cell markers Nestin and Sox2 can effectively differentiate nodal benign melanocytes from melanoma and serve as a powerful diagnostic adjunct in the staging of melanoma patients.
Category: Dermatopathology
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Reviewed Potato Chips with Chica Comfort Sauce
Jan 6, 2013 in Food Network Community Toolbox on FoodNetwork.com
"I don't understand why there are bad reviews. This recipe is a simple yet smooth and creamy tasting dip. I think it taste great on potato chips or yuca frita. Its smooth and yet has a tang from the lemon and I just think its great tasting. Gracias Ingrid!""


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As the varieties are completely different, grower-shippers of Californian and Mexican hass avocados have little interaction with the Florida deal.
The varieties grown in Florida don't grow well in California and the California varieties don't work well in south Florida soil, grower-shippers say.
One competing region that offers a similar product is the Dominican Republic.
The Caribbean nation is the only other source that sells avocados that are similar to the Florida varieties.
After the heart of Florida's season, Dominican Republic growers begin volume in late September and early October. That region produces through March.
The two regions grow different varieties of the large-sized avocados, Brindle said.
"Our varieties get strong as our season goes along," he said. "The varieties in June have less shelf life than the varieties harvested in July. The July-grown varieties have less shelf life than the August varieties. The Dominican Republic's biggest problem is how long it takes for their fruit to get to the U.S. market."
That transit time reduces quality as that growing region's avocados travel via boats and enter ports, Brindle said.
Peter Leifermann, salesman for Fresh King Inc., said Dominican Republic volume can affect Florida's deal.
"When they come in during the middle of October, when we still have three months of production, it can drive down pricing," he said.
Jessie Capote, vice president of operations and co-owner of J&C Tropicals Inc., Miami, said Dominican Republic's involvement depends on how Florida's crop is priced.
"If the Florida deal is priced strong, the Dominicans can get in," Capote said. "If Florida is moderate to low, the Dominican Republic can't compete because of their freight cost. It's all about pricing."
As Florida begins winding down in December, while still picking lighter volumes through February, Dominican Republic volume runs through March.
To take advantage of that later season deal, one of New Limeco's growers has grafted trees and is looking into new later-producing varieties that could produce fruit that holds up and eats well through mid-March. The varieties are being grown on a trial basis, Caram said.
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The Villa is surrounded by the "Moutan Botanical Centre" where Chinese peonies are grown. In the surrounding 15 hectares over 200.000 shrubby peonies from approximately 600 different varieties create a unique collection and an enchanting landscape.
It is far away from the frantic pace of everyday life, where the day can be spent resting, enjoying the local cultural sights or relaxing in the panoramic indoor pool always at guests' disposal.


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CELINA, Tenn., Feb 04, 2014 -- USDA Rural Development Area Director Jerry Jolley and Program Specialist Chris Hampton today joined Celina Mayor Willie Kerr and Police Chief Terry Scott to announce a USDA grant to help fund the purchase of the first new emergency response vehicle since 2002. The announcement was made at City Hall.
According to Jolley, the USDA investment of $21,300 with an additional $7,100 from the City will fund the purchase of a new patrol car, "better suited to meet the emergency response and law enforcement needs in the city's jurisdiction serving about 1,495 residents and businesses."
The new vehicle is an all-wheel drive Ford Police Interceptor with greater maneuverability and improved safety in bad weather. The County also expects to save money with better fuel-efficiency and less needed maintenance than the aging vehicle being replaced.
USDA Rural Development community programs finance construction and improvements to essential services like reliable access to clean water, wastewater treatment, healthcare, community development, education, job training and first responder facilities and equipment. Loan-guarantees encourage private lenders to expand the availability of affordable financing in rural communities. Direct loans and grants create sound financial opportunities for local governments to meet other essential community service needs.
USDA Rural Development invests in jobs, infrastructure, community development, health, education, homeownership and affordable rental housing to improve the economic health of rural communities. During the last four years the agency has assisted more than 1.5 million Tennessee families and businesses in 158 communities, investing more than $3.7 Billion into local economies through affordable loans, loan guarantees and grants.
For more information on Rural Development programs available in Middle Tennessee contact the Rural Development Area Office in Cookeville at 931-528-6539 ext. 2, toll free (800) 342-3149 ext. 1493, or find more details at www.rurdev.usda.gov/TN.


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Main floor ............ basement .......... outer house ........... attic ?
There was a time that I LIVED in my basement ... I loved it . I had my saws - my sanders ... drills ... Radio --- it was cold down there - I'd bundle up & spend hours ! NOW - we moved . In this house --- My main craft "room" is a spare bedroom on the main floor. Right now - it's too messy to even get into it. I swear I'll clean it up ( said at least a zillion times in the last month ) Even then --- I feel so seperated . I have a full basement in this house with power tools & tables - it's an ideal work space. I just hate to be in the basement . It feels so isolated .I want to be upstairs where I can see what's going on . I have a full attic ... but I hate to be up there too --- for the same reasons. If I won the lottery and had my wish - I'd have a seperate studio with lots of windows .. I guess I need daylight so I don't feel like a mushroom ! LOL Where's your work room ? If you won the lottery - where would it be ??? |
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- Posted by craftylady-2006 (My Page) on Fri, Aug 17, 07 at 6:23
I have a separate room for my crafts but it tends to be all over the house sometimes. |
I used to craft in our unfinished basement. I hated it down there. It was cold, dark, and depressing. When our son finally got all of his things out of his old room (took him a year), I made it my craft room with furniture from yard sales. It is now a shabby chic coordinated place for ME, and I love crafting there. |
My dining room! We only use it for holidays so I kind of took it over. I'd love to have my own room outfitted with cabinets to store everything and when it was put away it would look nice and neat. One day.... :) ~Anj |
- Posted by crystalsnap (email@example.com) on Fri, Aug 17, 07 at 19:14
Mines in my basement...luckly though, I have windows so I can see anything going on at ground level LOL. But i do get lots of light and I have a radio and a TV, mostly for background noise, that way I dont feel so isolated. But then again, I love the alone time. |
- Posted by luvstocraft (My Page) on Sat, Aug 18, 07 at 8:08
I use the counter/cabinet space in my laundry room. Have a sink in there too, so that is convenient. It's right off the family room so not isolated. Saws and tools are out in the garden shed (some are in the garage.)Luvs |
- Posted by lindaohnowga (My Page) on Wed, Aug 22, 07 at 14:48
Our house in Ohio had 4 levels...basement, den level, main level and bedroom level. I had two craft rooms on the den level and loved it. Now that we moved to Georgia, I have "no" craft room. My supplis are kept in my bedroom and I craft on the diningroom table. Hate the mess, but gotta craft. |
Humm, my studio tends to be different places. My power tools for woodworking, and cutting silverware for jewelry are in the garage. So the cutting, sanding, etc. is usually there or outside in the driveway. Sewing is in the house laundry room, with extra material and supplies stored in clear plastic containers in the garage, so I can locate what I need for a project. The above crafts, I don't do but once in a while. My new found passion is wire jewelry making and I have an old desk in the living room for actual designing. There my tools and wire are stored in the drawers. Beads are organized in those plastic cabinets on rollers in the laundry room. I'm never alone, due to being surrounded by my fur babies :-)My favorite thing to do is to go outside and set under the trees and twist wire. I've been know to hit the beach gazebo when we lived close to the beach. That was wonderful. Now our house is half the size and the beach is 2 1/2 hours away, so the back yard is the next best thing. I find staying in the house,too distracting..seems something else needs to be done, like cleaning :-( |
mine is in our computer room, and all over the house! If I ever get my sons room cleaned out I plan on takeing it over! the kids leave home but dont take all there stuff with them, son says its there if they need to come back LOL! Oddie |
- Posted by thrift_shop_romantic (My Page) on Thu, Aug 23, 07 at 12:58
For non-messy crafts, I usually craft in the livingroom with a good movie to listen to. For things requiring paint, etc., I do that in the damp and considerably less pleasant basement. It would be lovely, however, to have a nice little gardenhouse with lots of light to craft in! (I know, dream on, right? :-) ) --Jenn |
- Posted by paintingfool (My Page) on Thu, Aug 23, 07 at 13:46
Jenn - I think we all have the same dream. In the south we don't have basements and the garage is taken up with the vehicles. I have a fourth bedroom with its own bath that I use for my studio. I paint in there mostly. I have a 3'x5' desk in front of the window so I can watch the birds. I also keep a small TV-VCR player in my room so I don't feel alone. But like most crafters, one room just won't hold everything so I use the closets in the guest rooms and the dressers to hold fabric and lace, etc., a utility shed for the wood items and tools. I do have most things organized - I have a shelving unit that is 8' long x 7' high and 24" deep. It is divided into four vertically and holds two of the 12 quart rubbermaid containers on each shelf. I have all of my craft stuff in those containers. I have to use my laundry room to hold the dishes I have collected over the years - I have to admit I am one of those ladies on the "Holiday" forum who collects dishes. My children's biggest fear - that I will die and leave them all of my "stuff". I never threaten them that I am going to take them out of the will, I just tell them I am going to put them in the will for all of my "stuff". That is enough to scare anyone. |
paintingfool - I know what you mean - when you hear about a "little old lady" who died and left a stash of half-finished projects and tons of fabric and other stuff, I know that will be me, too. At least I won't be here to be embarrassed when people go through my stuff and say "what was she thinking?" |
- Posted by thrift_shop_romantic (My Page) on Fri, Aug 24, 07 at 7:51
Paintingfool, I've seen your wonderful artwork, so I suspect your kids having to go through your stuff would probably reveal to them a lot of amazing ideas and projects, more than too much "stuff." But there is something about crafting that makes a person stuff-intensive. I often think how much less stuff I'd have if I didn't always think I needed everything someday for a craft project! --Jenn of Much Stuff |
- Posted by honeysuckleridge (My Page) on Fri, Aug 24, 07 at 22:45
Just about to finish up an old tack house on our property for my 'studio' I love the sound of that..lol I needed a place to learn to torch my own beads without burning down the house..lol So it will soon be up and running..can't wait. In our last house I had half the basement as my work room..it was perfect. I do a lot my jewelry making when watching TV or out on the deck with my hubby..so I have my jewelry supplies on a rolling cart. I can roll them where ever I go and work from a good size TV tray stand that I've got hooked on the side. |
- Posted by bookworm89 (My Page) on Tue, Aug 28, 07 at 15:14
We finished a room in the basement for me. Of course, now it isn't quite big enough. I do love having my own space. I just posted these pics on the My Own Room thread but here they are again! The colors are BM Dill Pickle behind the bookcase and BM Marlboro Blue on the walls. |
- Posted by flamingo_in_ar (My Page) on Sun, Sep 2, 07 at 10:08
I have most of the top floor of our house, there's a guest room and bath at one end and the rest is all mine! lol I love it up there. I like seeing what others have done with theirs, though, it gives me ideas. Bookworm- I love your room and the paint colors! Your bookcase is to die for! This shows part of my space. There's a balcony on the other side of that door. I think I need to de-junk some, though, it looks too cluttery for me. |
My crafting space is where ever I feel like going! I don't have an extra room or space just for me. You can find me curled up on the bed sewing or sitting at the end of the bed with my sewing machine on the bench working away. I paint either sitting at the kitchen table or at the kitchen counter standing up and sometimes outside on the porch at that table. Sometimes I'm in the living room but not often because it seems everyone takes over that room! LOL |
I forgot that I posted a link to my "T to T" craft studio on the Trash to Treasure forum. I should have posted it over here, but I forgot about this thread until Flamingo brought it up again today. I love your craft studios, Bookworm and Flamingo....great furniture, wonderful colors, and everything looks so organized! |
Here is a link that might be useful: T to T Craft Studio
- Posted by barb_from_pa (My Page) on Sun, Sep 2, 07 at 23:46
I have been working for the past few days getting my craft area set up. I'm excited! It's on the sunporch on the front of our house - lots of windows, so good light, but chilly in the winter. (Have to dig out that heater). DD #2 just got a teaching job and moved to Ohio, and the church is having a flea market so I am cleaning out and making myself a craft area. DH is building me a cabinet, but some stuff is just going to have to live in plastic storage bins. I'll post a picture when the cabinet is done. Can't wait! Bookworm and Flamingo - your craft rooms look wonderful! |
- Posted by barb_from_pa (My Page) on Fri, Sep 7, 07 at 10:27
Here's my new spot - haven't figured exactly where everything goes yet, but love the cabinet DH finished on Monday! |
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Sheikh Sulaymân al-Tuwayjirî
It is permissible to hire out farmland against some fixed monetary rent. Some people of knowledge have said: "It is permissible to hire the land for silver or gold and all other wealth save edible forms of wealth." This is according to the most prevalent saying of the people of knowledge.
Ahmad b. Hanbal said: "There has been hardly any disagreement about payment in gold or silver."
Ibn al-Mundhir said: "There is consensus among the people of knowledge that it is permissible to apportion tillage rights over a piece of land for a fixed period of time in lieu of gold or silver."
This has been related from Ibn `Umar, Ibn `Abbâs, and others.
Râfi` said: "As for gold and silver, the Prophet (peace be upon him) did not forbid them." [Sahîh al-Bukhârî and Sahîh Muslim]
And Allah knows best.
Source: Islam Today


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Updated: August 30, 2013 10:36PM
JEFFERSONVILLE (AP) — A southern Indiana man whose children wanted their bicycles to sound like motorcycles has cleared the first hurdle in a Walmart contest for new inventors.
Joe Clevinger's "Wheel Popper" attaches to a bicycle's wheel dropout and creates a loud motor-like sound when ridden.
The Jeffersonville resident tells the News and Tribune that he obtained a provisional patent and entered the Wheel Popper in Walmart's "Get on the Shelf" contest. Those who get the most votes from the public can sell their items at Walmart.com, and the overall champion can market the winning product in Walmart stores nationwide.
Clevinger says the Wheel Popper has practical applications because the noise it makes catches drivers' attention and make them more aware of bicyclists.
They will sell for $7 to $10.


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Elk Grove Community
Veteran and Public Safety Street Naming Program
The City of Elk Grove's Veteran and Public Safety Street Naming Program is currently accepting nominations of exemplary individuals for possible future street name use. The Program was created to recognize the number of individuals who have served our community and country. By naming a City street in their honor, we hope to promote public awareness of the individual and show our appreciation for their outstanding contributions.


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RWJF Human Capital Funding Opportunities
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) provides grants for people and projects in the United States and U.S. territories that advance the Foundation's mission to improve the health and health care of all Americans. The following are the current funding opportunities from RWJF's Human Capital portfolio:
RWJF Nurse Faculty Scholars
The RWJF Nurse Faculty Scholars program is working to develop the next generation of national leaders in academic nursing through career development awards for outstanding junior nursing faculty. The program aims to strengthen the academic productivity and overall excellence of nursing schools by providing mentorship, leadership training, and salary and research support to young faculty. Applicants must be registered nurses who have achieved high levels of education and nursing research, and must be in an academic position that could lead to tenure for at least two years and no more than five years at the start of the program. Up to 12 awards will be given. The deadline is February 12, 2013. Learn more.
RWJF Clinical Scholars
The RWJF Clinical Scholars program, a collaboration of RWJF and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks to foster the development of physicians who will lead the transformation of Americans' health and health care. These future leaders will conduct innovative research and work with communities, organizations, practitioners and policy-makers to address issues essential to the health and well-being of all Americans. Eligible applicants must be committed to a career in academic medicine, public health, health policy or another career congruent with the program's purposes and priorities of developing physician leaders and skilled researchers; applicants must also have completed the clinical requirements of their residency training by the date of entry into the program. Up to 20 applicants will be selected in 2013 for an appointment beginning in summer 2014. The deadline is February 28, 2013. Learn more.
See all the current calls for proposals from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.


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Recent comments
- Carl
- July 11, 2011 - 16:52
Actually, Dave - Harper has been trying to reform the Senate since he was first elected, and he will probably succeed now that he has a parliamentary majority. And yes, Harper DID remove non-renewable resource revenues from the Equalization formula, but also made other changes that King Danny didn't care for. Harper did not promise not to call an election in 2008, and the federal court has ruled that doing so did not violate the fixed-date election law. You have me on the income trust issue, but Harper himself has admitted he changed his mind on that one. As for Goose Bay, let's see what happens now that the regional minister for NL is from Labrador.
- Carl
- July 09, 2011 - 23:31
Mr. Johansen, although your blind partisan hatred of the federal Conservatives may not let you admit it, the Harper government has largely kept its campaign promises: Harper cut the GST from 7% to 5%, rebuilt Canada's military, banned political donations by corporations and unions, brought in anti-lobbying laws for former politicians and staff, lowered taxes substantially for Canadian families, dramatically increased payments to all provinces to fund health care and social services, etc. In fact, contrary to what your article implies, the Harper government has even kept its promises in ridings where it has lost. Here in Gander, our airport got the financial assistance it was promised, and the Newfoundland and Labrador weather centre was reinstated.
- Dave
- July 10, 2011 - 23:34
Right on Carl! And Harper also took non-renewable resource revenues out of the equalization calculation! And he stationed 750 troops at the batallion and drone squadrons in Goose Bay! He didn't call a snap election in 2008! He never taxed income trusts! He only appointed elected Senators! He extended Canada's jurisdiction beyond 200 miles! Hooray for Harper for keeping all his promises, just like he said!


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My name is Diamond- MISSING!
Facts about Diamond- MISSING
- Breed: American Pit Bull Terrier Mix
- Color: Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut - With White
- Age: Young
- Size: Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
- Sex: Female
Diamond- MISSING's Info...
I am already spayed, up to date with shots, good with kids, good with dogs, and good with cats.
Diamond went missing in JP Coleman Park in Iuka, MS in April. If you see Diamond, please email us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Diamond is an 8 month old pit bull mix. She came to us along as a 5 week old pup when she, her 5 siblings, & her mother were dropped at a local shelter. She is a really sweet girl. She loves people & other animals, & would LOVE a home of her own. She is fully vetted (spayed, all vaccines, parasite free, & UTD on heartworm & flea preventative.) We need either a foster or adopter for this little lady. Don't be cruel, adopt her:) Visit rescueabull.org to apply today!
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Diamond- MISSING, a Killen American Pit Bull Terrier dog was adopted! Here's how you can benefit by looking at adoption as an option to buying a American Pit Bull Terrier for sale in Killen, or seeking a American Pit Bull Terrier dog from a breeder in Killen.
- Rescues and shelter volunteers in Killen already know the personality and tendencies of their pets. This means they can match you with the right pet. That will makes it much easier transition to owning a pet for yourself and your new pet.
- On average adoption fees are much less than you'd pay a Killen breeder, or pet store. Plus most often rescue pets have already been to the veterinarian for a check-up, had a round of vaccinations, and are spayed or neutered. That is a lot of savings!
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This product has been discontinued
I'm puzzled that Paula's Choice would use bismuth chloride as an ingredient. If you have rosacea (ie. skin barrier issues) this stuff can be an irritant--causing flaming. See the rosacea websites for comments regarding bismuth.
This summer I purchased Paula's Choice Healthy Finish Pressed BRONZING POWDER in HEALTHY TAN. Great product! I am fair skinned with red blotches and this product w/a daub of concealer has been perfect for summer. Nice coverage and a wonderful glow. Lasted all day through Alabama's summer heat. Note: If applying all-over face as foundation, use soft brush to glide on jaw line and neck for all-over glow that looks natural. Can be used wet for more coverage but I've only used dry. Try Paula's Blush in TENDER PEACH to compliment look. Add bounus: SPF 15
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great product!. very silky and easy to blend. i have neutral and i am asian. i only lightly dust my face to set my foundation. its gives me a flawless look . controls shine well as i have slightly oily t zone.
I have been using this powder in buff for years!!! It's absolutely been my HG powder! and now it's discontinued :( I am on the hunt for a new powder similiar to this one.........Does anyone have any suggestions?!?!
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I bought this at half price when I saw that it was being discontinued. After trying it for about two weeks I had to order more to stock up. I tend to have oily skin and this is a great powder to carry in my purse. It sets makeup nicely and controls shine without looking too powdery.
I bought three of these when they were on sale at $6 each. I think they were being discontinued, too. Wise purchase. I was looking for something to replace my expensive Lancome dual foundation powder, and to me this is even better than the Lancome power. However, I generally don't use this powder all over my face but rather use it to set the concealer I use under my eyes (I have the world's worst dark circles, inherited from my mother). For my face I use Cornsilk translucent pressed powder because it is undetectable on my face, and at my age the last thing I want is a heavy grandma-like application of powder.
Ah, well. One tiny gripe. The name of this woman's company--"Paula's Choice"--is about the dumbest, most ego-driven name I have heard. And, it's pretentious, too. If she'd change the stupid name and get better packing for her products I'd buy more of her items...Oops, now I've gone from a tiny gripe to a medium sized gripe. :-)
Got this in Buff for my NC20/25 skin but no I didn't like it - not quite sure why, think the colour was off and it was a little drying.
I gave it to my daughter though and she loved it, I would say she is a tad paler than me with the usual teenager skin and she felt it had a little coverage to it and yes she would get it again.
Why or why did I wait to buy this when it was on the verge of being d/c'd? Light Olive is the perfect shade for toning down excessive ruddiness or pinkness. The texture is sumptuous, smooth, silky and luxurious. No flyaways at all. Some have complained that no puff is included. I think it is because Paula would prefer you to use a brush -- which you really should to keep the application smooth and even.
First of all, I'm not sure why there isn't anything included to help apply this powder. That said, I purchased the Buff and it is a decent color for my skin tone, but a little on the yellow side. I normally use Origins Silk Screen in Tender (15) which I still adore. Paula's is not too good for my combo skin, it tends to really enhance the dry patches and it feels like it is "sitting" on top of my skin and I really hate that feeling! Origins does have a little of the same issue with the dry patches, but not the feel-it is truly very silky! Anyway, I think maybe I should not use powders anymore, but when I am lazy or in a rush I don't want to spend the time to put on a liquid.


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Bringing service to life in offender management
HMP & YOI Doncaster holds an offender on average for just 12-16 weeks, making its population one of the hardest to rehabilitate. When John Biggin took over as the prison's director, he was prepared for the challenge. "I had a vision for the prison and the difference it could make to people's lives," he says.
John sharpened the prison's focus on reducing re-offending, introducing innovative schemes and a zero tolerance for violence and drugs. Research shows that offenders with strong family ties are six times less likely to re-offend, so new fathers now have a separate visiting area, helping them to bond with, feed and bathe their babies. Visits take place outside in summer and the prison arranges family activities.
A new directorate brings outside groups into the prison, helping Doncaster achieve more without extra funding. One example is the theatre work with the Central School of Speech and Drama. "Our restorative justice project gave the men a real insight into their impact on victims," says John. "When they performed in the houseblocks, the audience also got the message."
To help offenders re-enter the community, Doncaster's team helps them access housing, benefits, employment or training. Charity Catch22 provides round-the-clock mentoring after an offender leaves prison.
John's initiatives have produced a sharp drop in violence, drug use and smuggling by visitors. The next step will be payment by results, with part of our revenue at Doncaster dependent on educed re-offending six months after release.
In recognition of his achievements, John was voted the 2010 Guardian Public Servant of the Year. Underpinning his success is Serco's way of working. "I was encouraged to have a vision and to realise it," he says. "Serco gave me the chance to get Doncaster ahead of the game."


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Disney to halt U.S. mobile phone service
Will serve, support current customers until December 31
LOS ANGELES - Walt Disney Co said on Thursday it would stop operating its U.S.-based mobile phone service at the end of the year to reassess how it competes in a tough market for high-end cell phone services.
Disney said it would serve and support current customers of the service, with Family Center features that allow parents to display the location of a child's phone on a map and monitor its use, until December 31.
Disney Internet Group President Steve Wadsworth said in a statement the company found the business to be "a difficult proposition in the hyper-competitive U.S. mobile phone market."
A spokesman said 120 Internet Group employees would be affected by the shutdown. The number of layoffs was not yet known because the company was trying to find jobs for the affected workers within Disney.
The spokesman would not comment on the closure's financial impact or on the total number of subscribers to the service, which was offered on network space rented from Sprint Nextel Corp on specially designed handsets.
Disney took a $30 million charge last year when it shut down Mobile ESPN, which had also been run by Disney on space rented on Sprint's network.
Disney's offerings were among a slew of upstart services renting space on established providers networks to target niche markets such as families with young children or young adults.
While one youth-focused service, Amp'd Mobile, went bankrupt during the summer, another, Virgin Mobile USA, which has been around since July 2002, is expected to make its stock market debut in a matter of weeks. Virgin, a venture of Sprint and Richard Branson's Virgin, also uses Sprint's network.
Disney's TV sports channel ESPN this year struck a license deal for Verizon Wireless, a venture of Verizon Communications Inc and Vodafone Group Plc, to carry ESPN's mobile application which delivers sports data to phones.
Disney said it would offer rebates to eligible customers for the handset, content and accessories purchased directly from the company.
SMH Capital analyst David Miller said the closure "is not something that affects the stock price."
"It's almost kind of immaterial. It was not something that made or lost money for them but probably something heading in a direction that the margins were not acceptable for Disney," Miller said.
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It is Rick Kamlet's job to help religious communities communicate. As senior director for installed sound at JBL Professional, he has worked with many of the country's megachurches, helping them find the right combination of speakers, microphones, amplifiers, and mixing boards to get their message out into the world, or at least out into the far reaches of the sanctuary. He has also written many articles for publications like Technologies for Worship and Church Production.
Kamlet is also a founding member of the Unitarian Universalist (UU) Church of Santa Clarita, Calif., and he has a strong interest in improving UU sound systems. It will probably come as no surprise that a professional soundman believes that many of us can sound better than we do on Sunday morning.
"When it comes to communication technology and style, many of our churches are decades behind," he says. "For example, most of the audio systems in our churches are so basic that we don't even provide sound that is intelligible to all the audience. There is usually no video presentation technology, even just for projecting words to hymns and readings, to get people's heads up in a sense of community. And because of this, we start behind the eight ball and have to work harder to get people into a spiritual mindset. I think the denomination should embark on a focused effort to get us up to 21st-century technology. It's nice to go into a well-designed, inspirational, worship space, and good sound is a big part of that."
He adds, "Psychologically, it has been shown that good sound makes people rate the event around them as being more worthwhile. And it makes them want to come back and participate in more events. But if people have to strain to understand what's being said they may rate the program as less relevant to them. They might, or might not, make the connection with poor sound quality being the source of their discomfort."
Here are the problems Kamlet typically sees in UU sound systems:
Kamlet notes that many congregations do not have Assistive Listening Systems to help those with impaired hearing. It is also relatively easy now to send sound to the "cry room" and other locations.
Mike Reilly's experience will also be helpful to congregations. A member of the UU Church of Fresno, Calif., he designed the sound system when the congregation moved into a new building in 2007. An engineer by training, and a performing musician turned sound technician, he decided it was better to tackle the task himself than to see the congregation end up with a multimillion-dollar building and a poor sound system. In his research he found the following quote that he has embraced: "Most congregations end up with three sound systems. They have the one some well-meaning member put together. Then they get one that improves on that. And then they end up paying for one that really works well." He adds, "My intention at Fresno was to land between the latter two."
His advice: Buy the best you can afford. For the new building he had a budget of $12,000, which he used to buy the following: a 32-channel mixer board, two 15-inch Yamaha speakers, two Yamaha stage monitor speakers, two Yamaha 400-watt two-channel amplifiers, six EV Dynamic microphones, six Shure 57 microphones, six hanging condenser mics, and some speakers and other microphones he brought from the old building. (And if you don't understand all of that, someone in your congregation probably does.)
He noted that the construction of the building incorporated many of the wiring runs that a post-construction electronics setup would have had to include. "If they had been accomplished separately the cost of the system would likely have been more in the range of $18,000 total, rather than $12,000."
After the system was up and running, the sound still wasn't right. Reilly spent around $400 to buy a 2-channel, 32-band equalizer and another $400 to have a professional bring in a machine to "balance the frequency response" of the system in the space. "We found the space was naturally rolling up extra bass in the really low frequencies." The technician was able to help them drop down those frequencies with the equalizer, balance the speakers, and then "lock down" the equalizer settings. In other words, Reilly says, "There's a threat of death to anyone who moves the pretty slides on the EQ unit."
Another tip from Reilly: Do not count on a sound check being accurate when the room is empty. "If you can put 200 people in the seats I can make this system sound pretty darn good. If you do a sound check in an empty room it will scare the heck out of you. I've learned our room over time and know that you can get just an approximation during sound check. You have to fine tune it when the room is full."
Once he got the system performing in a consistent fashion, he also created a six-page detailed description of how to turn the church's sound system on, how the various parts are connected, and how to set up the various microphones. He recommends that each congregation create its own document.
Some first steps a congregation can take:
Have the system evaluated by a knowledgeable professional, says Kamlet. "A good professional will ask about your services and programs and should not try to sell you a concert-type system simply because other churches may be using them. While we tend to rely on volunteer members of the congregation—and they may know what they're doing—it's usually best to have a professional evaluate it."
He adds, "If you have a staff that does sound regularly, consider giving them a membership to SynAudCon online or sending them to a SynAudCon seminar to enhance their skills. Synaudcon is an organization that educates sound professionals and is especially good with church volunteers."
Kamlet notes that finding a knowledgeable professional can be challenging. "There are no industry tests to take before calling yourself a sound professional." The least expensive option is to visit a music store. "Some may specialize in churches, but keep in mind they make their money by selling products. Go visit the churches they've worked with." Another option is to engage a "sound contractor," also known as an AV Systems Integrator or just "systems integrator." These people will give advice, sell you their products, and come set them up. A very large church, or one with a substantial audio budget, might go up another step and hire an independent audio consulting firm which will create a set of specifications that a church can use to get bids on a system.
Who should the Sound Team report to? Some answer to the Worship Committee, since most of their work is directed toward the worship experience. Other sound teams report to the church administrator or CEO.
"The quality of sound in our churches should reflect on the wonderful quality of our services and other programs," Kamlet says. "We should provide sound that is clear and intelligible, sound that is not too soft and not too loud, sound that is consistent from seat-to-seat, sound that envelopes the congregation in wonderful sound quality. We should be providing sound that makes people want to stay longer, that makes them feel as if the program is speaking to them, and that makes them feel more involved with what's going on at our churches."
A more detailed list of Kamlet's recommendations is here. A PDF of the UU Church of Fresno's six-page operations manual for its sound system is here. Use it as a template to create your own. For information on accessibility issues contact Equual Access, a UU group created to promote equality and access for UUs with disabilities. The Unitarian Universalist Association's Accessibility Handbook (PDF, page 55) has information on Assistive Listening Systems.
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