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Friday Five: The War of 1812
198 years ago today, the United States declared war on the British. The War of 1812 is one of the lesser remembered wars, probably because at war's end, things largely reverted back to status quo ante bellum. However, it is responsible for a few wonderful songs, some of which are still being performed today.
- 5. "The Star Spangled Banner" – Garth Brooks
Francis Scott Key's poem "The Defence (sic) of Fort McHenry," penned after the British naval attack on the fort, was set to already existing music and became the USA's national anthem. Though it's the most significant song in this week's Friday Five, it's slotted in this space because, well, performers only ever sing the first verse, which is kind of disappointing (there are three more). Brooks' version, sung at Super Bowl XXVII, made a little history itself when he stomped out shortly before the game because NBC refused to air his video for "We Shall Be Free" during the broadcast. Luckily cooler heads prevailed, Brooks sang, and a clip from the video was aired. Now all of the Super Bowl's anthem singers are required to have a backup recording.
- 4. "Wallace House" – The Hunters of Kentucky
"The Hunters of Kentucky," a poem written by Samuel Woodworth, was first set to music in the early 1820s. It's about then-Colonel Andrew Jackson's victory at the Battle of New Orleans. Of course, how could he lose when each Kentucky infantryman (who made up about a quarter of Jackson's troops in New Orleans) is "half a horse, half an alligator?" Though the song may be more myth than fact, "Hunters" would become Jackson's campaign song in 1824 and '28. Folksinger House recorded this, and several other songs—both American and British—from the War of 1812 for Smithsonian Folkways.
- 3. "Lakes of Pontchartrain" – The Be Good Tanyas
This one's an Irish folk tune about a man who falls in love with a "Creole girl," only to learn that she's waiting for her sailor to return. While an exact date or location cannot be placed on this song's origin, it's hypothesized that British soldiers carried it back overseas with them following the War of 1812. Hearing the Tanyas mournful harmonies, it's near impossible not to feel for the poor guy and the "bonny ol' girl" he left behind. Well, maybe not so much for her: she has that sailor.
- 2. "Eighth of January" – Rhonda Vincent
Here's a 19th century fiddle tune written about the Battle of New Orleans; Vincent and her crew grassed it up on this cut from Destination Life. Now, the battle had little importance as the Treaty of Ghent had already been signed, but since it was responsible for two excellent songs on today's list, we'll just let that little bit of information slide.
- 1. "Battle of New Orleans" – Johnny Horton
Jimmy Driftwood (who also wrote "Tennessee Stud") took the instrumental "Eighth of January" and added lyrics to it. It's a great song, yes, but as far as historically accurate—I'm no history scholar, but chances are that the U.S. troops didn't use an alligator as a makeshift cannon barrel when their real one melted.
Horton's 1959 version was a smash, spending ten weeks at Number One, and British singer Lonnie Donegan had a hit with it across the pond as well.
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The Johnny Horton version of the song is a much abridged version of the song. For full impact one needs to listen to Driftwood's original version of the "Battle of New Orleans"
I do think you understate the significance of Jackson's victory. If Jackson's troops had lost decisively, The British might have been emboldened to try again in the not-too-distant future. The decisiveness of Jackson's victory convinced Great Britain that we'd make much better allies than enemies and so it was from that point forward
I have found 'The Battle of New Orleans' to be the most catchiest song I've ever heard. I've had it stuck in my head since I was 9. I sing the opening line 'In 1814′ outloud at least once a day.' then people around me get mad cause its stuck in their head. I just want it out.
I'm shocked you didn't mention the song that commemorates who really won the War of 1812: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRwiH18QwpU
The other verses to the "Star Spangled Banner" are pretty lame. The Isaacs do a killer job with it (see, for instance, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kSBFLiv9_4 ), and so did 3 Fox Drive. Sorry, Garth.
"Brooks' version, sung at Super Bowl XXVII, made a little history itself when he stomped out shortly before the game because NBC refused to air his video for "We Shall Be Free" during the broadcast. "
Actually NBC is the culprit here as they had agreed to air the entire video at halftime and then tried to go back on the agreement. Garth then enforced the terms of their agreement and said no video no Anthem. I don't fault Garth; if you say you're going to do something, do it.
My favorite version of "The Battle Of New Orleans" comes from the Ragin' Cajun himself Doug Kershaw. Doug sings and plays his fiddle with such abandon (often bordering on wackiness) that I find his best songs as irresistable as a good bowl of jambalaya or blackened crawdads! (lol)
I feel like this "Friday Five" is just an excuse to remind everyone how sweet Johnny Horton's "Battle of New Orleans" is as a song. Don't get me wrong, I love the idea!
thanks rick.I had forgotten about Doug Kershaw's version.
Has there been a forgotten artist article on him?
Interesting Factiod: Jimmie Driftwood started out a history teacher and began writing songs to help his students learn.
@Jane – really glad someone posted the Arrogant Worms "War of 1812″, which is the true story of what really happened.
Newfies with elephant guns at the border going "Best not be crossin' here, by tunderin'!"
Don't. Piss Off. Canadians.
That Horton video is bizzarro!
Corb Lund, Horse Soldier
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And cursed the sack of York and sons of Yanks"
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Hi, you're script is a real timesaver !
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but it's not perfect with the Shadow Pass ; background renders transparent gray because of the VrayColorMapping...
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Your script is great but the "Keep OpacityMap" option doesn't work with Multi/Sub-Object materials (VRay 3, 3dsmax Design 2015). I see I am not the only person interested by this feature.
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This time, things will be different.
This time, Knox County commissioners vow the public and nominees for appointments will speak.
This time, commissioners say, they will do it right.
If they don't, they could wind up facing criminal contempt charges.
Knox County Law Director John Owings outlined an appointment process Friday to replace 12 officeholders ousted by Knox County Chancellor Daryl R. Fansler after a jury found commissioners violated the state's Open Meetings Act the first time they made appointments in January.
Owings wants to call a commission meeting for Nov. 5 to fill eight commission seats. The reconstituted commission would then fill four countywide offices — sheriff, register of deeds, trustee and county clerk — at a Nov. 19 meeting.
Owings said he will formally ask for a vote on the plan when the 11 remaining commissioners convene for their next regular meeting Oct. 22.
There's still the possibility that Fansler will order a special election, but Owings said the state election coordinator and attorney general would have to sign off on it. That's something they were loath to do after the state Supreme Court first emptied the seats in January by validating the Knox County Charter and its term limits provision. One difference between Owings' proposal and the Jan. 31 meeting that triggered the Open Meetings Act lawsuit, filed by News Sentinel Editor Jack McElroy and joined by nine citizen plaintiffs, will be public input.
The jury found commissioners violated the Open Meetings Act, also called the sunshine law, by deliberating in private before and during recesses in the Jan. 31 meeting. Commissioners did not allow for debate during the meeting.
Commissioners say that will change this time.
"There will definitely be public input, no doubt about it," Commissioner Mike Hammond said after Fansler issued his ruling.
"It is a crazy time," Hammond said. "I just hope the people of Knox County will be patient with us."
Fansler warned commissioners not to just reappoint the same people without "a new and substantial reconsideration of the issues," and allowing "ample opportunity" for the public to be heard.
Reappointment without debate "is insufficient and could result in an action for contempt," Fansler wrote.
Another difference would be the number of commissioners voting.
At the Jan. 31 meeting, the term-limited commissioners were allowed to vote. After outgoing Commissioner Billy Tindell was appointed county clerk, 18 commissioners voted to fill the positions. The appointees were supposed to wait until after the meeting to be sworn in.
However, one new appointee, Chuck Bolus of the 2nd District, took his oath early and voted in a previously deadlocked race to fill a 4th District seat. While legal, Bolus' action became a central part of the controversy that swirled around the appointments.
Now, however, only 11 commissioners would be on the dais during the proposed meeting to name commission replacements.
Owings is proposing that this time new appointees take their oaths and their seats immediately. With each vote, the number on the panel — and the number of votes required to win a seat — would increase until all the seats are filled.
Owings said he would propose starting with the 4th District, which as a result of Fansler's ruling now has no representative on commission.
"In legal terms, that disenfranchises an entire district," Owings said.
Owings' plan hasn't met with universal support. Knox County Mayor Mike Ragsdale, who doesn't have a vote in the matter, said in a statement he would rather see all the appointees wait until after the meeting to be sworn in.
"I urge the commission to make the appointments using an open and transparent process, with a great deal of public input," Ragsdale said. "Furthermore, it's important that no one be sworn in early before all appointments are made. To ensure a level playing field for all potential appointees, I encourage the elected 11 to make all selections."
Owings said he found the mayor's statement curious.
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"With each commissioner that takes a seat," he said, "disenfranchisement decreases."
Private deliberations are verboten. Fansler issued a permanent injunction against the commission that states commissioners could face jail time and fines if they are found guilty of deliberating outside the public's view.
All that could be moot if Fansler grants a request by lawyer Herbert S. Moncier, who represents the nine citizen plaintiffs, for a special election. Several commissioners have said they are in favor of putting the seats back on the ballot.
Moncier said he'd like to see a primary on Dec. 11 and the general election on Feb. 5, 2008, which is the same day as Tennessee's presidential primary.
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Practical Aspects of Cultural Heritage Anja B. NeLLe Mapping museality in world heritage towns: a tool to analyse conflicts between the presentation and utilisation of heritage Abstract Itisacceptedthatwhenobjectsareputinamuseum,theylosetheiroriginaluseasutilityobjectsinordertorepresent`thepast'.Townsthatare declared part of our world heritage are also supposed to represent part of our history. The way their urban space is used, with a strong focus on the visualconsumptionofan`historicimage',hasmanyparallelstoavisittoa museum. The presentation of heritage in historic towns is designed to promotean`historicimage'andcommunicateittovisitors.Thequalityofthe urban spaces for everyday use by inhabitants is altered in this process. In this article, the functions a world heritage town has to fulfil are defined and related to the phenomena of musealisation. A method of mapping museality is presented. It is designed to visualise potential conflicts between presentation and utilisation of heritage. Introduction It is accepted that when objects are put in a museum, they lose their original use as utility objects in order to represent `the past'. Towns that are nominated by UNESCO are also supposed to represent part of our history. The way their urban space is used, with a strong focus on the visual consumption of an `historic image', has many parallels to a visit to a museum. The main difference between an object that is put in a museum and a town centre that is declared a conservation area is that the town centre should continue to be used by the inhabitants. It should not lose its utility function for the population. The utility function of urban space is its use for everyday social interaction. "Visiting an historic town is not about going to a museum or a journey into the past to see how people used to live; it is a pleasurable experience of leisure and cultural activity in a place where people still live"1 writes Aylin Orbasli, when considering `being a museum' as a negative characteristic for a heritage town. Many guide books or travel agents hold a different view. They promote their trips as `journeys into the past' and `being a museum' is understood as something of special value. The different views are partly due to a lack of definition of musealisation. 1 Orbasli (2000): 185. 85 Anja B. Nelle: Mapping museality in world heritage towns The starting point of this essay is the definition of functions that need to be met by a world heritage town. The focus is the use of world heritage towns as museums. `Usage' describes a relationship between the used object and the using subject. In a heritage zone buildings and public spaces are used in manifold ways and by different user-groups. `Usage' implies that functions are fulfilled. The functional demands of inhabitants differ from those of visitors. The presence of tourists, who use public space as if they were visiting a museum, adds a new function to public spaces. The exteriors of buildings become exhibition objects. After defining the functions of world heritage towns, the phenomenon of musealisation/museality and its relation to the defined functions will be explained and summarised visually. The summary forms the theoretical basis for the documentation and analysis of museality using a method of mapping, which is presented at the end of this article. My approach to addressing the potential conflicts between presentation and utilisation of heritage in world heritage towns is to document the characteristics of museality using a method of mapping. The maps serve as a tool to analyse the state of museality and to develop planning and management strategies to deal with it. 2 What are the functions of a world heritage town? As a starting point for the definition of functions of world heritage towns I have investigated value criteria for monuments. To declare something a monument is an act undertaken according to contemporary value systems and aims. According to Alois Riegl2 (1858�1905), an urban ensemble is an `unintentional monument'3 because it was not planned as a monument but declared to be one. For the context of my research I have defined three functions: remembrance, utility and meaning. The function of remembrance is based on the historic dimension that became a criterion for listed buildings in the 19 th century. According to Zettel, the longing for memory is rooted in historicism. During this time the historic conscience was discovered. Without an historic conscience the wish to remember would never have developed. Only those who have a conscience of their history are able to value remembrance. The museum has a `memory value'. The science of history with its aim to commemorate is the basis of conservation activities. In an historic town, 2 Alois Riegl (1858�1905) published his theory in 1903 under the title "Der moderne Denkmalkultus" (The Modern Cult of Monuments). He introduced a value system for listed buildings differentiating between memory-value/commemorative-value (Erinnerungswert) and presentday-value (Gegenwartswert). Compare Riegl (1903/1988): 9. Compare Zettel (2001): 208. 3 86 Practical Aspects of Cultural Heritage architecture and town planning fulfil the function of remembrance. The function is comparable to that of an archive or document that delivers knowledge of and insight into the past. As early as 1903 Riegl reasons authentic conservation scientifically. He is interested in the `historical value', which is part of the category of `memory value' in his value system for listed buildings. 5 The function of remembrance conserves the historic past to keep historic memory alive. In terms of protection of the built heritage it is associated with the authentic conservation of town fabric and building substance. The function of utility is the use that is housed within the buildings and the use of the (public) space between buildings. Riegl calls this `Gebrauchswert', which is translated as `use-value'.6 He defines it as the material provision for the practical use of a listed building.7 In Riegl's value system, `use-value' is part of the category of `present-day-values'. The use as a museum is a utility function. Every town has a number of utility functions. As long as a town is in use it is part of the present. World heritage towns are places where people live. They must be used and they must remain used to prevent decay and abandonment. Heritage Towns have a utility function for inhabitants and for visitors. Different user-groups have differing demands and expectations of the utility function. The function of meaning is associated with aestheticism and interpretation of monuments. According to Riegl's value system the `art-value' as well as the `age-value' are both related to the function of meaning. The `art-value' is opposed to the scientific `historical-value'. It is not concerned with historic truths but with meaning. In the history of conservation Viollet-le-Duc is associated with the artistic, creative or interpretative handling of listed buildings. His approach was frequently attacked because interpretation tends to destroy authenticity. Tillmann Breuer regards it legitimate to employ art to improve the understanding of listed buildings. He points out that conservation activities rely on society's support. Breuer argues that only what is understood will be protected.8 Lowenthal takes this argument further, distinguishing between history and heritage. "...heritage depends on feeling and faith, as opposed to history's ascertained truths."9 With the term `age-value' (Alterswert) Riegl describes the appreciation of patina and signs of old age. Patina and signs of old age are appreciated by laypersons because of their meaning. They refer to the cycle of life that is determined by creation and death and they help to identify the monument. World heritage towns have gained meaning through the nomination. The communication of their meaning via interpretation and directing is part of the planning and marketing activities of the town. 5 6 7 8 9 Compare Choay (1997): 125. All translations for Riegl's value system according to Arrehenius (2004). Compare Choay (1997): 126. Compare Zettel (2001): 217. Lowenthal (1997): 29. 87 Anja B. Nelle: Mapping museality in world heritage towns 3 What is museality in the urban context? A group around Wolfgang Zacharias in the 1980s used the word musealisation to give an active touch to the rather static word museum. Zacharias explains that musealisation has expanded to contexts outside the museum.10 Michael M�ller writes: "It is no coincidence that musealisation of urban space conjures up associations with museums". In his definition of musealisation he focuses on public space: "musealisation is a current strategy for transforming urban spaces and exerts significant influence on social, cultural and aesthetic efforts directed towards visible reconstruction of the past."11 However, the characteristics of the phenomenon of musealisation in towns and how they can be influenced has not yet been thoroughly researched. Eva Sturm defines three characteristics of musealisation with a focus on objects: `Defunctioning' or `a change of functions', `a change of context' and `a new relation between the subject (viewer) and the object, whereby the viewer takes on a posture of admiration'.12 The adaptation of Sturm's characteristics for the urban context leads to museality � a scenario that describes the town as a museum. In the urban context of world heritage towns we can distinguish between two aspects of museality: `The loss of presence of local everyday life' and `the transformation of the town into a consumer product'. The loss of presence of local everyday life occurs if reuse has led to abandonment of local facilities and services that satisfy the everyday requirements of residents. The social interaction amongst the local population in this area is thus reduced. The establishment of tourism facilities (museums, souvenir shops, caf�s) that are linked to the appropriation of public space by tourists leads to a reduction of social interaction amongst the local population. The combination of `conservation' and `reuse for tourism facilities' are the two actions that generate museality in the sense of `the loss of presence of local everyday life'. The actions result from the desire to fulfil the function of remembrance and the function of utility. The transformation of the town into a consumer product is a result of all three functions. In a world heritage town the `historic image' or the `journey into the past' are the products that are marketed for consumption. The historic image has an `old-age value'. This does not necessarily mean that a particular epoch is rebuilt. Historic continuity (substance of different epochs until the present) and signs of contemporary life (billboards, street furniture, advertising, dress) are designed to look historical to blend in with the `image'. Authenticity and the link to contemporary life are neglected for the sake of `directing' an historic atmosphere that satisfies the function of meaning. Graham, Ashworth and Tunbridge state that "...heritage places are places of consumption and are arranged to encourage consumption..."13 Jones and Varley write about Puebla 10 11 Compare Zacharias (1990): 7; Zacharias uses the German word "Musealisierung". M�ller (1999): 361, M�ller uses the word "musealisation" in the same sense that other authors use "museumification". Compare Sturm (1990): 100 --101. Graham, Ashworth, Tunbridge (2000): 20. 12 13 88 Practical Aspects of Cultural Heritage (Mexico): "...features considered `out of place' were being removed, particularly those obstructing a `colonial' vision of the centre. ... Where materials had to be replaced, the new ones imitated earlier landscape elements..."1 If public spaces in an historic centre become a product that exists to satisfy the demands of cultural consumption, then museality is present in the centre. In my research area there is interdependence between museality and tourists as a consumer-group for the product `world heritage town'. Only where there is a demand (expected) will actions be taken to promote the product. The relationship between the named aspects of museality and the functions remembrance, utility, meaning are visualised in Figure 1. The diagram also illustrates which action leading to museality is associated with each function. Museality always results from a combination of actions15. MUSEALITY: 1 +2 Function: 1 REMEMBRANCE New tasks: conservation, research action: restoration characteristics: use: museum and tourism facilities, tourists dominate urban space "loss of presence of local every-day life" MUSEALITY: 1 action: reuse Function: 2 UTILITY New tasks: use, inform: new user group: tourists n: on tio c ac ase er te m p. sig ns +2+3 characteristics: "journey into the past", no contemporary signs n: al io n ct itio a d ad us e "transformation into consumer product" action: "directing" according to historic image MEANING Figure 1: HOW heritage towns become museums: scheme of functions of a World Heritage Town, actions related to functions and how they result in Museality New tasks: interpretation, fix historic image, provide identity Function: 3 Anja B. Nelle, 2005 The definition of characteristics of museality is the starting point for recording them scientifically. Moreover the system of interdependence shown in Figure 1 is the basis for regarding museality as a phenomenon that can be foreseen, measured and planned in world heritage towns. 1 15 Fig. 1 how heritage towns become museums Jones and Varly (1999): 1553. In Figure 1 the combination of functions is indicated with `+'. The `+' is chosen for graphical reasons and has no mathematical implications. 89 Anja B. Nelle: Mapping museality in world heritage towns 4 Mapping museality To document the state of museality of an historic centre the following method of mapping can be employed. The method of mapping consists of four maps, which are overlaid to analyse spatial relations between factors that are connected to the musealisation of core areas in world heritage towns. Figure 2 illustrates the method. MAP A ground floor facilities (local / tourism) analysis MUSEALITY: 1 +2 documentation characteristics: use: museum and tourism facilities, tourists dominate urban space MAP A + B spatial relation A and B? MAP B level of social interaction (locals/ tourists) "loss of presence of local every-day life" MAP A + B + C + D analysis patterns of Museality? MUSEALITY: 1 +2+3 documentation MAP C signs of contemporary life characteristics: "journey into the past", no contemporary signs MAP C + D analysis spatial relation C and D? MAP D signs of promoting an historic image "transformation into consumer product" Figure 2: Documentation of Museality The scheme illustrates a method of mapping Museality Fig. 2 documentation of Museality Anja B. Nelle, 2005 Map A documents facilities provided at ground floor level (distinguishing uses for the local population and for tourists). Fig.3(right) Localshop:Rome,2004 Fig.4(left) Touristoffice: Quedlinburg,2005 90 Practical Aspects of Cultural Heritage Map B documents the level of social interaction by pedestrians in the urban space (distinguishing inhabitants and tourists) Fig.5 Local appropriation of urban spaces: Cadiz,2004 Fig.6 Touristic appropriation of urban spaces: Cusco,2005 Map c documents `signs of contemporary life' such as traffic, billboards, satellite dishes, window displays Fig. 7 contemporary-style shop-window: Cadiz,2004 Fig.8 Parking lot and fast food advertisement: Vigan,2004 Map D documents `signs of promoting an historic image' in the urban space (new public `heritage furniture', carriages, commercial displays of costumes, music, dance) Fig.9 "Takeaphotowiththe Incas":Cusco,2005 Fig.10 horse-drawn carriages: Vigan,2004 The maps are designed as a tool to analyse: the influence of ground floor facilities on urban social activities in their proximity the influence of promoting an `historic image' on social activities within the urban space 91 Anja B. Nelle: Mapping museality in world heritage towns 5 Analysis of conflicts between the presentation and utilisation of heritage Mapping museality is a method to identify areas of conflict between the presentation of an historic image of urban spaces and its everyday use by the local population. The analysis of the maps reveals patterns of museality. Sometimes just one street within an historic area is converted into a pedestrianised zone with souvenir shops and caf�s, conserved and reconstructed facades and no contemporary signs. The street promotes a heritage image, transforming it into an `island of museality'. It can be a valid planning strategy to spatially restrict museality in this way. However, in planning and management processes it is important to consider that urban interaction between local inhabitants has effectively been wiped out on the sub-level of this street and it must be reviewed if it is a good idea to take further action to enlarge the musealised zone. The establishment of tourism facilities and more pedestrian areas as well as the design of the streetscape have to be considered carefully. It is important to examine which qualities must be provided in order that the local inhabitants continue to use the urban spaces and how these qualities can be achieved. Other planning strategies can be designed to restrict the degree of museality of a certain area by creating a symbiosis of heritage presentation and utilisation by the local population. The critical analysis of musealisation can thus be employed as a tool for planning and management decisions that contribute towards solving potential conflicts between the presentation and utilisation of heritage in historic towns. Bibliography Arrehenius, Thordis (2004): The Cult of Age in Mass-Society: Alois Riegl's Theory of conservation � In: Future Anterior 1 (1): 74�80. choay, Fran�oise (1997): Das architektonische Erbe, eine Allegorie, Geschichte und Theorie der Baudenkmale. Braunschweig etc.; Vieweg (= Bauwelt Fundamente; 109). conrads, Ulrich (ed.; 1988): Georg Dehio, Alois Riegl. Konservieren, nicht restaurieren. Streitschriften zur Denkmalpflege um 1900. Braunschweig etc.: Vieweg (= Bauwelt Fundamente; 80). Graham, Brian; Ashworth, Gregory J. ; Tunbridge, John e. (2000): A Geography of Heritage, Power, Culture and Economy. London: Arnold. Jones, Gareth; Varley, Ann (1999): The reconquest of the historic centre: urban conservation and gentrification in Puebla, Mexico. � In: Environment and Planning A 31: 1547�1566. 92 Practical Aspects of Cultural Heritage Lowenthal, david (1996): The Heritage Crusade and the Spoils of History. London: Viking Penguin. M�ller, Michael (1999): Musealisation, aestheticisation and reconstructing the past. � In: The Journal of Architecture 4: 361�369. Orbasli, Aylin (2000): Tourists in Historic Towns, Urban Conservation and Heritage Management. London: Spon. riegl, Alois (1903): Der moderne Denkmalkultus. Sein Wesen und seine Entstehung. � In: Conrads, Ulrich (ed.): Georg Dehio, Alois Riegl. Konservieren, nicht restaurieren. Streitschriften zur Denkmalpflege um 1900. Braunschweig etc.: 43�87. Sturm, eva (1990): Museifizierung und Realit�tsverlust. � In: Zacharias, Wolfgang (ed.): Zeitph�nomen Musealisierung. Essen: 99�113. Zacharias, Wolfgang (1990): Zeitph�nomen Musealisierung. � In: Zacharias, Wolfgang (ed.): Zeitph�nomen Musealisierung. Essen: 7�30. Zettel, Stefanie (2001): Positionen im Denkmalschutz und in der Denkmalpflege. � In: Trepl, Ludwig (ed.): Suburbaner Raum Berlin/Brandenburg. 1. Teil: Eine theoretische Ann�herung an den suburbanen Kontext. M�nchen-Weihenstephan: 181�221. Illustrations: Figure 1 and 2: Anja Nelle, 2005 Photos: Anja Nelle, Felix Lohmaier 93 Anja B. Nelle: Mapping museality in world heritage towns Author Dipl.-Ing.AnjaNelleM.A.studiedFurnitureDesigninLondonandHighWycombe and Architecture in Berlin. She worked as an interior designer and as anarchitectbeforejoiningtheBrandenburgTechnicalUniversityasanassistantprofessorattheChairofStructuresandStructureSystemsin2001.She teaches on the graduate and postgraduate courses of architecture and on the postgraduate course World heritage Studies. The topics presented in this article are part of the research carried out for the author'sPhDdissertation.Thesubjectofherresearchistheinvestigationof the phenomena of musealisation in World heritage Towns on both a theoretical and a practical level. her case studies focus on medium-sized towns with a Spanish colonial background (Philippines, cuba, Mexico). relevant recent publications: (forthcoming): Museumsnutzung und Musealit�t im Kontext von Welterbeortschaften/Museum-use and museality in the context of World heritage Towns. 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A publication created by the Rhode Island National Guard Sexual Assault & Prevention Program to reinforce the military's commitment to eliminate incidents of sexual assault through a comprehensive policy that centers on awareness and prevention, training and education, victim advocacy, response, reporting and accountability.
THE ADVOCATE The Official Quarterly Newsletter of SAPR Rhode Island SUMMER 2011 Volume 1, Issue 1 Welcome Aboard...TOGETHER we CAN end sexual violence Welcome to the premiere issue of the Rhode Island Sexual Assault Prevention Response program's newsletter, THE ADVOCATE. Sexual Assault is a serious issue affecting us and according to the Chief, National Guard Bureau during April's Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), "DON'T Let Your Guard Down."One sexual assault affects not only the individual, but the entire National Guard Family by destroying our senses of trust in our Soldiers and Airmen. Leadership at all levels must remain diligent when it comes to this crime." Sexual assault continues to be the most underreported violent crime in our society. Your support underscores our goal to eventually eradicate this crime from our ranks. Hurts One. Affects All...Preventing sexual assault is everyone's duty. An incident of sexual assault can reverberate throughout a unit and beyond, degrading mission readiness by harming the life of one of our own, and the military's ability to work effectively as a team. Our mission not only involves national defense, but the protection and safety of our citizen soldiers who voluntarily risk their lives for our country. I encourage all RING members to participate in prevention activities and renew your pledge to fight against sexual assault. I am the Ocean State's National Guard Sexual Assault Prevention Response Coordinator (SARC) and Ms. Shola Adebuga is the alternate. Our ongoing sexual assault awareness training and command support will help reduce obstacles to reporting sexual assaults and reinforced a climate of confidence that has encouraged victims to seek help. We are available to provide assistance and training requirements to commanders, as well as oversee victim care. At any time, any member or their family can call us at (401)4806028 for information or to report an assault. We look forward to working with you all. Cheers to everyone stepping up to become advocates for a sexual assault/violence FREE Community! CMSgt Lori Ashness Sexual Assault Prevention Response Coordinator RHODE ISLAND SAPR PROGRAM COL Habershaw (J-1) CMSgt Lori. Ashness Ms. Olushola. Adebuga Maj Lynne. Hannon LtCol Bruce Fletcher SFC Amy Slater In This Issue National Guard Sexual Assault Prevention & Response 3 How to protect an incident from happening to you Resources Listing 3 firstname.lastname@example.com 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 ADVOCATE Contest .CLICK .CALL .TEXT Commanders Corner CLICK: www.safeHelpline.org allows users to receive live, one-on-one confidential help with a trained professional through a secure instant-messaging format. The website also provides vital information about recovering from and reporting sexual assault. CALL: Call the hotline (877-995-5247) to speak with trained SafeHelpline staff for personalized advice and support. SafeHelpline staff can also transfer callers to installation -based SARCs, civilian rape crisis centers or the Suicide Prevention Lifeline. TEXT: Text your location to 55-247 in the U.S and 202-470-5546 outside the U.S to receive automated contact info for the SARC at installations Sexual Assault 101/Bill of Rights Life lessons Cafe Amazing People VA Listing JOINT FORCE HEADQUARTERS SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE COORDINATOR 1051 North Main Street Providence, RI 02904 Phone: (401) 275-4340 (401)275-4315 Cell (401) 480-6028 24/7 Hotline (877) 995-5247 Email Email: firstname.lastname@example.com THE ADVOCATE Page 2 New JFHQ/SARC Alternate Shola Adebuga is the new RI SARC alternate. She is the founder of No More Pain Initiative (NMPI), an organization established to raise awareness on domestic abuse and sexual violence . She is gearing up to launch the premiere advocacy magazine called XCEPTIONAL WOMAN Monthly...a global voice against domestic violence. Since 2006, her areas of non-profit focus have included development, facilitation and evaluation of services for women & children here and abroad. She is thrilled to be joining the SAPR Program to grow and expand even further, particularly in the areas of prevention and Soldier/ Airman services. Shola Adebuga feels blessed to have the opportunity to serve her military family and to be blessed to be part of such a wonderful organization. She is a member of 1/126th Aviation Bn. Her passion for SAPR's mission is evident, and we are extremely excited to have her on board. email@example.com The Advocate is brought to you quarterly by the Rhode Island Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program. Editor is Ms. Shola Adebuga� RI JFHQ/SARC Alternate. To contribute articles, announcements, please email the information to firstname.lastname@example.com GET HELP GET INFORMED GET INVOLVED Knowing your resources can empower you against violent crime and help you know what to do if it happens to you or someone you know. JFHQ Sexual Assault Response Coordinator 1051 N. Main Street Providence, RI 02904 TEL: 401-275-4340 Cell: 401-480-6028 DSN: 247-4340 FAX: 401-275-4323 JFHQ Alternate Sexual Assault Response Coordinator 1051 N. Main Street Providence, RI 02904 TEL: 401-275-4315 FAX: 401-275-4323 Safe Helpline TEL: (877) 995-5247 http://www.SafeHelpline.org Day One 100 Medway Street Providence, RI 02906-4402 Tel: 401-421-4100 Fax: 401-454-5565 www. DayOneRI.org Rhode Island Coalition against Domestic Violence 422 Post Road, Suite 102, Warwick, RI 02888-1524 TEL: 401.467.9940 FAX: 401.467.9943 www.ricadv.org National RAINN TEL:1800-656-HOPE (4673) www.rainn.org THE ADVOCATE Page 3 FRANK TALK : National Guard Sexual Assault Prevention & Response The National Guard Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Program is part of a Department of Defense-wide initiative to end sexual assault in the military and encourage Service members to protect and defend one another against unwanted sexual contact. Through preventative education, civilian partnerships, bystander intervention, and victim advocacy, SAPR empowers Service members to report incidents they've experienced, and recognize when they or someone they know may be in a dangerous situation. Most sexual assaults occur between people who know each other � friends, acquaintances, and even co-workers. Being on your guard depends on understanding the common factors of sexual assault, and recognizing that the person you associate with in your unit may present a greater threat than a stranger lurking in the alleyway. The "One Situation" In a 2008 survey on sexual assault in the Reserve components, female respondents who were victims of unwanted sexual contact revealed information about the one situation that affected them most - information that may help determine risk factors that increase the likelihood of sexual assault (Defense Manpower Data Center, 2008, pg. 7): Note: Results from males are not reportable due to small numbers or unstable estimates � but given men's common reluctance to report being victims of sexual as- sault, these factors may still apply. DO YOU KNOW THAT..... � 68% said it happened at a military installation 33% said it happened while activated, and 24% said it happened during deployment 49% said the alleged subject used force and/or threats to make them consent, and 28% indicated the alleged subject their authority improperly to coerce them to consent 40% said it happened at their military or civilian work 4% indicated the unwanted sexual contact occurred in their home/ living quarters, 16% indicated it occurred in the home/living quarters of someone else, and 41% indicated it occurred at some other location 34% indicated the alleged subject sexually harassed them before the incident, 2% indicated the alleged subject stalked them before the incident, and 22% indicated the alleged subject both sexually harassed and stalked them before the incident. Many victims may never come forward to report what happened to them, but help is available even if the assault occurred a long time ago. An astonishing 96% of respondents indicated their alleged subjects were part of the military community, including Service Members who used their higher rank or position to intimidate victims to consent to the unwanted sexual contact How you can prevent an incident from happening to you? Volume 1, Issue 1 Page 4 How you can prevent an incident from happening to you? Continuation from pg 3 1. Avoid alcohol and drugs, as they can impair your judgment and make sexual assault easier for an offender. Have your wingman/battle buddy nearby, and plan to arrive and leave with that person. Trust your gut - if you think it's an unsafe situation, it probably is! Clearly communicate your desires/limits and don't be afraid to assert yourself! 5. Have an emergency contact you can call if you're in a dangerous situation. COMMANDERS CORNER Air National Guard: Is Bystander Intervention Training on your FY11/FY12 calendar? Bystanders Intervention Training (BIT) will be provided as a ONE-TIME training event that must be completed between January 2011 and 30 June 2012. LtCol. Bruce Fletcher & MSgt Mayda George are now BIT trained and will be scheduling and conducting trainings for the RIANG. Contact them for more information. NEXT FRANK TALK'S TOPIC: 2. REPORTING AN INCIDENT Whether or not you're not sure your experience qualifies as sexual assault, This information is for you. > Types of Reporting: > Your Sexual Assault Support Team: 3. Army National Guard : Has your unit had your mandatory annual Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SAPR) training for FY11? If not, please contact the JFHQ/SARC at 401-2754340/480-6028 or email email@example.com. SHARP Update SHARP is currently not a part of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program. NGB is still tracking annual SAPR training for all states. Annual SAPR training will continue to be conducted by unit Victim Advocates and we are striving to have 100% trained by 30 September 2011. If you have not conducted your Annual SAPR training and would like to schedule it, please contact the JFHQ/ SARC or talk to your unit's Victim Advocate. NGB Training in RI NGB Initial Victim Advocate (VA) Certification Training will be held right here in RI from 22--26 August 2011. ARNG M-day and Technicians can use SAPR funding to attend the course. ANG personnel should work through Maj Lynne Hannon for funding for all Air VA's. Do you have a VA in your unit? If not, this is a prime opportunity to have a trained and certified VA who can be accessible for your Soldiers and Airman as well as conduct annual training for your units. Registration and enrollment can be accomplished up to 12 August 2011. Only 50 seats will be allowed and this course will be open to all states across the U.S. It is on a first-come, first-served basis. Army--AR600-20--Commanders will appoint on orders two UVAs per battalion level and equivalent units. Commanders will select qualified officers (CW2/1LT or higher), NCOs (SSG or higher), or DA civilian (GS�9 or higher). Air--Will be interviewed by Maj Lynne Hannon. Background check and letter of appointment must be accomplished prior to attendance. LOI will be out shortly and sent to all Commanders. 4. ... and much more! THE ADVOCATE CONTEST Essay Contest What are you doing to help end sexual violence? Write in not less than 300 words explaining what you are doing to help end sexual violence while making the world a better place for all. Send your entries to: SAPR Office 1051 N. Main Street Providence, RI 02904 For a chance to grace the cover of The Advocate and receive a special certificate. Entries must be postmarked by August 5th, 2011. Winners names will be published in the next issue of The Advocate THE ADVOCATE Page 5 ONE- ON-ONE : SEXUAL ASSAULT 101 What Constitutes Sexual Assault Sexual assault is a crime. It is defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. Sexual assault includes: cion or when the victim is asleep, incapacitated (due to drugs, alcohol, or other foreign substances) or unconscious. Other sex-related offenses are defined as all other sexual acts or acts in violation of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) that do not meet the above definition of sexual assault, or the definition of sexual harassment as in DoD Directive 1350.2, Department of Defense Military Equal Opportunity. Examples of other sex-related offenses could include indecent acts with another Service member and adultery. For the specific articles of sexual assault offenses under the UCMJ, see the Manual for Courts-Martial: BILL OF RIGHTS DoD law enforcement and legal personnel directly engaged in the detection, investigation or prosecution of crimes are responsible for ensuring that victims of military-related crime are accorded the following rights: Be treated with fairness and respect for the victim's dignity and privacy. Be reasonably protected from the accused offender. Be notified of court proceedings Be present at all public court proceedings related to the offense, unless the court determines that testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard other testimony at trial. Confer with the attorney for the government in the case. Receive available restitution. Be provided information about the conviction, sentencing, imprisonment and release of the offender. Our Strength is for Defending: Readiness=Respect Take an active role in looking out for the welfare of friends and coworkers. Be ready and act in situations where people may be in jeopardy. Rape Nonconsensual sodomy (oral or anal sex) Indecent assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling) or attempts to commit these acts. Sexual assault can occur without regard to gender or spousal relationship or age of victim. Absence of Consent Sexual assault occurs when Article 120, consent is not given for sexual contact. Lack of consent Article 125 can be assumed regardless of whether a victim resists Article 134, physically. Consent is also To be continued in the next not given when a person uses edition!!! force, threat of force, coer- SHOUTOUTS Birthdays * Promotions * Births * Weddings *Graduations * Deployments * Welcome Home * Retirements * Memorials * You name it! HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Shola Adebuga! Every June 19th is YOUR day. Happy birthday to SGT Timothy M. Ruel and Ms. Faith LaMunyan of the RI National Guard Family Assistance Center Congratulations to the graduating class of 2011 across the state! Wishing you success in your future endeavors! Congratulations to MG Bray and Donna Bray on your retirement. We wish you health and happiness. Congratulation to MG McBride on his selection as the RING Adjutant General. Happy 236TH ANNIVERSARY of the founding of the U.S Army! A Big Congratulations to Staff Sgt. Jersouk Touy-Myers of 972 Military Police Company, Mass National Guard on the Federal Asian Pacific American Counsel Award. We are PROUD of you! Source: http://myduty.mil/ THE ADVOCATE Page 6 LIFE LESSONS CAF�: Positive decisions ammo amid mental battlefield Many years ago I remember seeing a beautiful, blue-eyed young lady that caught my attention. I was fortunate because we attended the same school. Every day I would watch her walk past me as I would go to my classroom. Days and even weeks passed, but I never got the courage to declare my love to her. Suppose she leaves and I never get to see her again? Well today, that young lady is my spouse. However, I remember that on various occasions I was wanting to tell her of my feelings, but in my mind I felt that she was avoiding me. I would wait for her and then I would question myself whether to stop her or not to speak or not to speak. Would she reject me? Does she even know I exist or how I feel about her? It was a battle going on in my mind. Finally, I did stop her and we had meaningful conversation with each other. As a result of that decision, today we celebrate our 31st wedding anniversary. Our daily life is marked with the decision maker rule. Every second in our minds is a battle. Sometimes our way of thinking limits us and don't allow us to make a positive decision. Other times, it makes us feel guilty. Still other times the problems and/or situation hit us and torture us. It hammers the mind and distracts us from our daily routine. We fail to sleep, to eat, and it can drag us into a crisis mode. Our thoughts can confine us or give us the capacity to act positive or negatively. As we think, we are. The Scripture is clear, For as he thinks in his heart, so is he (Proverbs 23:7). I have discovered in my life, when I change my way of thinking, my attitude changes with it and I get positive results. It is impossible to change ours lives unless we change our thoughts. So we have to subject our will to God's will. We have to exercise our minds by mediating on and confessing God's Word. We have to discipline our minds to go through the right way. It takes time and sometime you can feel discouraged. Remember a good competitor is perseverant and constant in his training. While he is running, he just has one thing in mind...to win the competition. Written by Chap. (Capt.) Egrain Medina, 159th Combat Aviation Brigade The Fort Campbell Courier Sexual assault prevention is part of YOUR duty, learn how YOU can prevent it from happening. Here are ways YOU CAN prevent it... ASK If Your Friend Need Help ACT When They Do INTERVENE When You See Trouble Inspirational Quotes "A champion is someone who gets up, even when they can't" - Natalie Rogers "Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than fear." Ambrose Redmoon "The credit belongs to those who are actually in the arena, who strive valiantly; who know the great enthusiasm, the great devotions, and spend themselves in a worthy cause; who at the best, know the triumph of high achievement; and who, at the worst, if they fail, fail while daring greatly, so that their place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat." -Theodore Roosevelt www.SafeHelpline.org THE ADVOCATE Page 7 AMAZING PEOPLE : Sarah DeCataldo--Day One, Legal Advocacy Services Coordinator How did you become involve in sexual assault advocacy? I became interested in learning more about violence against women when a teacher in High School showed a video on international sexual assault. This video empowered me and I realized that I wanted to be involved in the movement and make a difference. In both High School and College I completed a few internships which solidified the fact that I wanted to be doing this type of work. After college, I was hired by Day One as a Law Enforcement Advocate, working directly with victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Besides being a Legal advocacy services Coordinator, what is the most interesting career you have had? Being a Law Enforcement Advocate with the Warwick Police Department. I really enjoyed working side by side with police and learning more about how the police department and criminal justice system works. The Rhode Island National Guard has collaboration with Day One, what does that has to offer to soldiers? Yes, we have been collaborating with the National Guard since 2008 I believe. We are very proud of the relationships we have formed with them. We initially came into contact when Amy Slater reached out to us in regards to a case. Since then, we have met on a monthly basis, participated in fundraising events, assisted with military sexual assault cases and provided training for the victim advocates and veteran affairs staff. We are committed to serving the military community by providing services to anyone who is a victim of a sexual assault. We provide counseling services for clients, even if they do not have insurance All military coverage and all of our Advocacy Programs are free of charge. No one will be turned personnel are away. We walk hand-in-hand with survivors responsible to ensure that they are being updated about their case, have the referrals that they need for preventing and are getting proper treatment. We have clinicians who are specifically trained in the and trauma associated with sexual assault and responding to sexual abuse who can see clients and provide individual counseling. sexual How do you define sexual assault? Any unwanted sexual contact of any type. People usually think of only rape, but it's not just sex. It could be any type of inappropriate or unwanted sexual contact including oral and anal sex, touching and inappropriate comments. It includes anything that you say no to and do not agree to. Everyone reacts differently. There is no set way a victim should behave or react to a sexual assault. Some people may experience depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic health issues, abuse drugs, abuse alcohol, have anxiety issues, feel numb or contemplate suicide. However, the more that people talk about their experience, the faster the healing process can begin. Why should someone who experienced sexual assault reach out? We want survivors of sexual assault to know that it was not their fault, they are not alone and that they have nothing to be ashamed about. Sexual assault is never the victims fault. Often times survivors of sexual assault are afraid to talk about what happened because they are afraid that they will not be believed or that people will blame them for what happened. At Day One, we spend time with every survivor listening to their story, offering them support services, letting them know that they are not alone, telling them that it is not their fault and letting them know that we believe them. Talking about the assault is the first step towards healing. Aren't there a lot of myths about sexual violence? What are some of them? Yes, there are a lot. For example, only men are attackers and only women are the victims. This is not true. Both men and women can be offenders and victims of sexual assaults. Often times when someone is doing something they shouldn't be doing, such as a teenager who was drinking, or someone who was doing illegal drugs, people blame them for the sexual assault. Just because someone was doing something illegal, does not give anyone permission to sexually assault them. Also, that only "bad guys" sexually assault not the good guys who have families, jobs and an education. People will tell victims "if you hang out with a bad guy, you should expect that to happen." when in reality the majority of perpetrators are your regular, everyday, average person who has a job, a family and is viewed by society as a regular person. Obviously if only creepy bad people sexually assaulted, we wouldn't have any sexual assaults occurring because people could protect themselves from the bad people. Another myth is that sexual assaults are usually committed by strangers. In reality, over 75% of time, the attackers is known to the victim. The perpetrator is usually a friend, a partner, a co-worker, a family member, someone the victim trusts. What are specific ways family, friend, battle buddy and clergymen can help? Listen. Say that "I love you", "I am not here to judge you", "I believe you", "I'm here to support you and be with you all the way". Lay out all the options, here is option A, B and C. Don't encourage them to go specific paths, let the victims pick. Let them know that you will support them in whatever path they pick. Let them know that the rape wasn't their choice but the decision to get help is theirs. What are specific ways family, friend, battle buddy and clergymen can help? assault. How big is the issue of sexual assault? It is huge. Sexual assault impacts everyone, even if you have never been a victim yourself. You or someone you know most likely knows someone who has been sexually assaulted. Because of shame, guilt, embarrassment, and self-blame, sexual assault often times goes unreported or treated. No one should ever feel ashamed or embarrassed about a sexual assault. It is never the victims fault. 1 out of every 3 American women has been the victim of sexual assault in her lifetime. This number should empower people to stand up and say that sexual assault is unacceptable. What are some of the effects of sexual assault? THE ADVOCATE Page 8 The best thing you can do is to listen and validate what the victim is saying and feeling. You want to say things like "I love you", "I am not here to judge you", "I believe you", "I'm here to support you and be with you all the way". As advocates and friends, we want to lay out all the options a victim can choose from and let him or her decide what is best for them at that moment. Let them know that you will support them in whatever path they pick. Let them know that the rape wasn't their choice but the decision to get help is theirs. What would you say to someone who say "I don't believe there's healing for this. I've tried this and that and it hasn't worked"? Everyone's path is different. I would sit with that person and go through the options that he/she has tried and provide insight as to why those things may have not worked for them and provide them with more options to choose from that may have a different outcome. I would also advise him/her to speak to a counselor as well. I believe that there are always options. There are people who are willing to sit with victims and explain the pros and cons of every option. I would let them know that they are never alone. There is healing, there is hope. Don't let sexual assault define who you are or impact how you live your life. With counseling and support, survivors will eventually heal. What would you say to someone who contact you and say "I need help, I am a soldier and have been assaulted but I don't want help from the military. I don't want anyone to know" I would let them know about the great work that Day One and the National Guard do together for survivors of sexual assault. I would let them know that whatever they tell me is confidential and that they are safe talking with me. I would explain all of their options, including the military sexual assault prevention and response program (SAPR) and how that program works. If they are comfortable and would like to know more about SAPR, I would facilitate a meeting between the survivor, myself and the SAPR program, meeting together to discuss their options and what can be done. If the survivor is not interested in the SAPR Program, I would encourage them to work with our advocates and counselors which is completely confidential. Last word to our soldiers You are not alone. You have nothing to be ashamed of, we are here to help you through this. Our services are totally confidential when you talk to us, we will do everything we can to get you the help you need. Soldiers, veterans and military members experience additional barriers to reporting a sexual assault. We are on your side and want you know that we support you no matter Do you know who your victim advocates are? VICTIM ADVOCATES LISTING NAME CSMSgt Ashness WOC Slater LT Zaccaria SFC Petrin SSG Soto Ms. Adebuga SFC Beaulieu LtCol Fletcher Maj Hannon TSgt Kalwak Capt Burnham MSgt Jorge SFC Gaudet CPT Donth 2LT Pinkerton MAJ Zulick CW2 Jorge MSgt Sherman 2LT Dias SFC Durango SSG Shenk SSG Walker UNIT JFHQ/SARC JFHQ USPFO(FA B) JFHQ FA BN JFHQ/SARC Alt 43D MP BDE 143rd 143rd 143rd 282nd 281st RTI Med Det Med Det 56TH TC 56TH TC JFHQ 103rd 103rd 43D MP BD 43D MP BDE The key to prevention is ensuring everyone understands their role and responsibilities in preventing sexual assault. A consistent, vigorous training and education element is crucial. www.SafeHelpline.org what. THE ADVOCATE Page 9 FUN ARENA: � Riddles � Poems � Cartoon � Inspirational Quotes RIIDLES 1. What is once in a minute, twice in a moment, and never in a thousand years? 2. A train was on its way to Florida and derailed. Where would they bury the survivors? 3. What can be swallowed, but can also swallow you? 6. Sea �Integrity � Service � Values PUZZLE � Air Force � Army � Courage � Duty � Personal � Respect � Excellence � Honor � Selfless � National Guard NN A T E C R O F R I A C V A L U E S Y T L A Y O L A R T H X E V D U T T V Y L M N I H R A U H X E S T U I A E O C L T O C R H I E X C G N N D Y N O G T R Z S I A O A A E R H E C G D E X R R Y L L O C T E E U R E U X L M N G A N P T Cathy Gipson www.SafeHelpline.org S ANSWERS 6. What never gets any wetter, no matter how much it rains? 2. They wouldn't need to, the survivors are still alive! T V H O E V O R V U I S N 1. The letter M. We can't control what happened; we can't control what has been lost. What we can control is how we fight to take that control back, and the voice within us is powerful in doing so...." 4. Lunch and dinner. � Loyalty T I R C O R V A A X A E I Y C X S S E L F L E S R C 3. Pride. 5. While on my way to St. Ives, I saw a man with 7 wives. Each wife had 7 sacks. Each sack had 7 cats. Each cat had 7 kittens. Kitten, cats, sacks, wives, How many were going to St. Ives? 5. Just one, me. P E R S O N A L S I T U D 4. What two things can you never eat for breakfast?


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Live Your Creative Vision
Creative Growth and Healing
The creative process is a powerful, transformative tool for healing our minds and bodies, our relationships and our world. Each one of us carries this ancient medicine inside.
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- Doll Making as a Spiritual Journey
At first I approached figure making tentatively. I was intimidated by the art dolls I saw on websites and in books, mystified at how people made such powerful and beautiful objects. For most of my life I used words to express my thoughts and feelings, and I was overwhelmed by the notion of turning clay into tiny hands and feet. The craft of making faces eluded me. more
- Overcoming the Fear of Creative Risk-Taking
Why are our fears of creative risk-taking so strong, that our Inner Critics want to clamp the lid on just as we begin to explore areas that we haven't touched before? more
- Creating Mindlessly:Getting Out of Your Own Way
One of the biggest problems that we run into when we are creating something is that our minds get in the way. They push and shove their way around, bullying our precious imaginations from shining through. more
- Keeping a Journal when Words Fail
I knew journal writing would be good for me. After all, I'd been facilitating journaling workshops for fifteen years. I'd read all the research about its power to reduce stress and strengthen the immune system, but as the days wore on I couldn't bring myself to practice what I preached. I was a professional writer. Now words deserted me. more
- Creating Personal Shrines
Personal shrines serve as a way of deep journaling using images and symbols rather than words. more
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Season of Healing:
The beaded figure I made along with the essay I wrote in response to my brother's recent suicide was a semi-finalist in the 2004 All Dolled Up Competition. To read the essay click here.
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Our Creativity is Ancient. Paleolithic artists drew the red ochre cave bear reproduced above as early as between 32,400 and 30,340 years ago on wall in the Chauvet Cave north of what is now Marseilles, France. The paintings in this cave are the oldest known to exist. The bear is a symbol of healing, initiation, and new life in many world cultures. Learn more about these ancient drawings.
These pages are dedicated to Keith Ward Porterfield (1953 – 2004) who introduced me to the Internet when only a handful of geeks knew about it. Without his help and encouragement this site would have never come to be. His music lives on in my heart.
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