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Life and work of a Scottish woman in Asia - with the added complication of Breast Cancer thrown into the mix! Moved to Asia in 2000, and to Yangon, Myanmar in June 2009
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- Realise - a review and a commitment 3 months ago I have written in recent weeks, about my three words for the year. That has surprised me a little, as I usually revisit them later in the year to take the pulse on how they are working. But this year, there has been an unexpected nudge to check in early in the year. Perhaps there […]
- Part 3 or so. The Long Wait (continues), over-thinking and onwards 4 months ago The Long Wait continued….. my thoughts on Thursday 9 April – afternoon…. After the scan – Over-thinking. Or interpreting? So now I am over-thinking it all. And what's worse – I knew I would. The beeps. First of all, those electronic "beep" noises during the scan. The noise just like...
- Part 2 of the Long Wait 3 months ago Thursday 9 April, 08.15 am. Wattanosooth Cancer Centre, Bangkok Hospital This is the second part of my blah. I had just had the radioactive dye injected into my bloodstream and had 2 hours to wait for the scan. I found a quiet space in Starbucks and started to write…….. Between the dye...
- I just want to know. I need to know. 4 months ago The back story. My usual round of checks took place on Tuesday (7 April). As usual, I turned up for the blood draw, the appointment with the Endocrinologist, Oncologist and Surgeon. But this time, I also had to report some spinal pain. I have pain when sitting, and especially when standing up...
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17:38 PM December 11, 2012
17:38 PM December 11, 2012
Feisty Blue Gecko's blog is amazing. She inspires everyone who reads her words. She is kind, honest, and puts herself out there. She's brave by discussing her experience with breast cancer all the while bringing nothing but sunshine on her Myanmar experience. She is amazing. And special. I'm lucky to know her.

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Hi everybody! :)
First all, thank you to everybody who read through these silly little stories. I try to reply to all private messages and reviews when I am able to. However, when you sign in as a guest, I do not have the ability to reply to reviews. :(
I have to say to those who tell me how to write my stories to please save your energy. I will not accommodate you and your ego's need for me to change parts of stories or write a certain way just because your opinion will demand I do so. I write for myself first and for no other. It's the same thing I would tell a publisher / editor who thinks they have the right to tell me how to write or what parts of my books / characters / concepts to alter - bugger off. :3 So if you plan to write to me telling me what I should change (such as less lemons), you are going to be greatly disappointed for I will delete your note. 1 - I am a romance / erotica author, so those are the genres that I write. 2 - you and your ego are not that important for an author of any level to change their writings for. If you want to see a story written based upon your opinion, then write it yourself. :) You're not paying me to write a story based upon your desires and specific interests.
I am currently working on my 4th and 5th novels. I currently have two novels out on the market and will have a 2nd edition of my first publication out once again for my first book - Bloody Thorn: Book One of the Thorn Trilogy. :) If you're interested in finding out more about my writings, please feel free to find me on FaceBook and deviantArt.com. I am also working on the creation of my own E-book publishing company for romance / erotica authors. Feel free to contact me if you have questions on the amazing opportunities that self-publishing can offer us authors!
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The cover to Warlock was done by my wonderful friend Mavrosh! She is also the owner of Candra who is the handsome Yunhai from my story Moon Ghost - story 4 in Temptations: Book One of Love Stories. Please visit her dA page if you enjoy amazing 3D rendered creations based upon fantasy smexiness!
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My lovely friend Katarina has done the cover to Temptations: Book One of Love Stories as well as some internal images. She will also be doing the covers to Desires: Book Two of Love Stories and Fantasies: Book Three of Love Stories! She used my Seiji from Honey Eyes and will be using Ren and Cheveyo for the others. :)
Kaori Tanaka began doing commissions for my Honey Eyes Fanfiction back when I started the darn thing in 2007. See her gallery featuring many works of Ren, Seiji, Jo-ka, Cheveyo, and Shinji and Kazumi!
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Short Hills Mall Shooting TragedyBy: Elisha Reed Bowman - December 17, 2013
For a young New Jersey couple, owning an expensive vehicle cost them more than a pricey car payment. It cost one of them their life.
Dustin Friedland, a 30-year-old lawyer from Hoboken, was walking with his wife to their SUV after a Sunday of holiday shopping at The Mall at Short Hills in New Jersey. The couple was accosted by two suspects who were allegedly attempting to carjack the 2012 Range Rover. The carjacking turned fatal when bullets were fired and Friedland was found shot in the head – likely trying to protect his wife from the shooters. She was not injured, while her husband was later pronounced dead at a local hospital in Morristown.
The silver SUV was found later in Newark with the only sign of its horrific involvement being a shattered rear window.
The Crime Stoppers program in Essex County is offering a $10,000 reward for any information pertaining to the carjacking that leads to an arrest and conviction of the alleged gunmen.
With this frightening tragedy coming less than two months after the shooting rampage that left gunman Richard Shoop dead in nearby Garden State Plaza, one has to wonder if they should avoid all New Jersey malls. Or is it that these malls are convenient large gatherings of people, as well as prime picking for those targeting the wealthy.
In a world of senseless violence and constant crime sprees, is it safe to set foot out of your own front door? Fate has a twisted sense of humor when the fast-fading chivalrous gesture of a man opening a car door for his wife ultimately ends with him being fatally shot.
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valuation Form 2008 Evaluation Form Municipality: Municipality: R.M of Wood Buffalo province: Province: Alberta category: Category: 55 001 to 150 000 The municipality is evaluated on the efforts of all sectors in the community in the following criteria : Tidiness 106 / 125 Environmental Awareness 100,5 / 125 Community Involvement 108,5 / 125 Natural and Cultural Heritage Conservation 102 / 125 Tree/Urban Forest Management 107,5 / 125 Landscaped Areas 103,5 / 125 Floral Displays 111 / 125 Turf and Groundcovers 108 / 125 Total Marks : 847 / 1000 Percentage : 84,70 Bloom rating: 5 Blooms Mention : "Placemaking" Landscape Design Representative (s) of Community Name: Karen Puga Function : Community Development Coordinator Name: Seville Kwan Function : CIB Programmer Name: Melissa Blake Function : Mayor, Municipality of Wood Buffalo Judges Name: Berta Briggs Name Steve Preston Evaluation date: August 5&6,2008 IMPORTANT NOTES: All criteria are adjusted to the climate and environmental conditions of the municipality. Some aspects of a criterion might not be applicable: in such cases, scoring will be prorated. The evaluation score may vary from the previous year based on the facts that the evaluation form is subject to modifications each year and that the evaluation is based on the perception of the current judges. General Comments and Suggestions Municipality of Wood Buffalo in north eastern Alberta comprises 10% of the province's land area and the The principle city of Fort McMurray is the fastest growing community, by far, in the province. The exploration and mining of the oil sands is the reason for such growth along with the construction and service industries to the support them. Communities in Bloom is one of the tools the municipality has used to guide and measure many of their efforts. The Mayor and Council are strong supporters of the programme with a municipal employee having CIB as part of her job description. The Communities in Bloom committee works particularly closely and effectively with municipal employees. They have a good relationship with community groups, businesses, agencies and residents. The media is very supportive of Communities in Bloom and are very active in reporting both CIB activities and programmes, as well as those of other groups who make great contributions to making their community a quality place to live. Due to the huge area covered by the municipality, the judges were able to tour only Fort McMurray in the allotted 2 days for evaluation. However, it was good to learn of a variety of outreach programmes undertaken by Communities in Bloom in most of the other communities in this expansive region. Well done. There are some community groups with very good projects. The group who has taken on the Helen Pacholko Park is a good example as is the Historical Society. Getting newcomers to become active in the community is a challenge; continue to reach out to them by providing a 'face' with the name of a person to get information from, then be sure they get a job if they are interested so they feel they have a place. Because of the growth of and the mobility of the population of Fort McMurray, both industry and residents look to the municipality to provide leadership and services that in other communities would come from community groups or the population at large. Municipal staff are doing an amazing job of trying to meet the needs of a growing city and its population. The judges are impressed with the talents and productivity of staff in the Parks and Planning Departments. Equally impressive is that, in addition to the demands of maintaining and creating infrastructure, there is such careful planning for future developments to create neighbourhoods not just housing developments. "Placemaking" is such an all encompassing way of approaching and implementing landscaping for a municipality - really impressive! While, with constant construction, the municipality is not particularly clean - it certainly is litter free. There is little evidence of strewn garbage, especially 'old' garbage. The Mad Max machines are definitely doing their job along with diligent staff, effective clean-up campaigns and adequate refuse containers. The CIB murals on the Mad Max machines and on the transit bus are wonderful!!! Thank you for the very kind hospitality and for showing us your community and allowing us the opportunities to meet great staff and wonderful volunteers. We greatly appreciated you sharing your community with us. And, thank you for participating in Communities in Bloom! TIDINESS Tidiness of green spaces, medians, boulevards, sidewalks, streets, ditches, road shoulders, signage, vacant lots and buildings, with regard to garbage, weeds, maintenance and repair, dog droppings, notices/posters, graffiti and vandalism. Max Actual Municipality / Public Properties Tidiness, order, cleanliness and first impressions 10 9,00 Community anti-litter awareness and support for community organizations in clean-up efforts 9 8,00 Effective bylaws / policies and their enforcement; effective programs in smaller communities; operational programs for notices, posters and graffiti prevention / removal, derelict removal 9 8,00 Maintenance of public roads and shoulders: weed – free sidewalks, curbs, streets and roads, regular hard surface / street sweeping program 9 7,50 Condition of buildings and urban furniture: benches, litter and recycling containers 8 7,00 Commercial / Industrial Sector Tidiness, order and cleanliness 7 5,50 Condition of buildings, grounds, sidewalks and parking lots 7 5,50 Condition of urban furniture: benches, litter and recycling containers 7 5,50 Support – financial and/or in-kind - for community clean-up programs 7 5,50 Service Clubs, Schools, Churches, Not-for-profit groups Support – financial and/or in-kind; involvement – organization, participation; impact on the community 13 11,00 Tidiness, condition of buildings and yards of churches, schools and any other buildings 11 9,00 Residential / Citizens Tidiness, order and cleanliness 10 9,00 Condition of buildings and yards 10 8,50 Involvement in block or individual street tidiness 8 7,00 Tidiness 125 106,00 Comments and Suggestions - Tidiness STRENGTHS: entering the City of Fort McMurray litter is conspicuous by its absence. Although the entire city Upon appears to be a construction site there is almost no litter. The municipality has made a concerted effort to up old litter, educate citizens not to litter, plus effect an efficient and concerted effort to keep the city clean clean on a daily basis. The Pitch-In campaign mobilizes thousands of people (7100 registered volunteers), particularly the youth, in numerous clean-ups that blitz entire neighbourhoods. The 20 minute challenge in the downtown core brought out elected officials, merchants and office workers to clean up their part of town. The Centre of Hope (a drop-in centre for the homeless) oversees two clean-ups per year in the area of town they frequent - a fine gesture to the community. Well done! Areas of the city where there is not active construction the sidewalks and streets are kept well swept and clean. The Shoreline Clean-up and trail clean-ups also contribute to that wonderfully litter free look. The Youth Graffiti Workshop sees youth volunteers coming together twice a years to actively paint over graffiti. The Municipality has embarked upon a bear smart programme that not only keeps the city tidy but also much safer. Part of this programme has been to replace open mouth refuse conatiners with bear proof and larger volume containers that work very effectively. The judges are pleased to note that bus shelters each have a garbage and a recycle container adjacent. In the interests of not wasting the old, open mouth containers have been donated to organizations and schools for use where bears and/or wind are not an issue. WEAKNESSES: Although there is little evidence of litte,r many streets are in poor driving condition with many cracks and potholes. The judges recognize that manpower is a challenge with the heavy pressures of new street and road construction. Graffiti is quite prevalent (e.g. the gazebo on Burton). Continue efforts to inform citizens of the graffiti hotline then follow up with a 24 hours removal policy. In Alberta ,Tansy is now considered a noxious weed. There appears to be several infested areas especially near waterways and some was seen to be cultivated in gardens. Efforts should be made to control it on public lands and try to educate the public that it is, indeed, a weed. On a private visit to a lookout near Abasand Heights, the judges observed that the cliff has evidently been used as a site to throw bicycles, car bodies, mattresses, etc. Special areas like this could be the target of a clean-up effort in future. OPPORTUNITIES: With the success of the 20 Minute Challenge for the downtown perhaps similar challenges could be launched in other areas such as malls or shopping districts. ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS Sustainable development, policies and bylaws, waste reduction, landfill sites, hazardous waste collection, sewage disposal, transfer/recycle stations, recycling initiatives, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), water source, treatment and conservation, naturalization, environmental clean up activities and friendly transportation Max Actual Municipality / Public Properties Sustainable development strategy: bylaws / policies and their enforcement or effective programs in 10 8,00 smaller communities; guidelines and long-term planning/vision Waste management programs such as recycling, re-use, composting, shredding of Christmas trees, 10 8,00 hazardous waste including e-waste collection, waste water treatment , community outreach Water conservation and reduction programs: efficient appliance incentives or promotion, reduced reliance and efficient irrigation and use of non-potable water, water restriction policies 10 8,00 Watershed management plans and alternative storm water management: retention ponds, pervious hardscapes, green roofs, shoreline erosion control programs Energy conservation programs such as: Alternate forms of energy: geothermal, biomass, wind, solar Conversion programs for efficient lighting and shielding for night skies issues Promotion of energy audits and energy efficient buildings and landscapes Greening of operations fleet: conversion to higher efficiency vehicles, use of alternative fuels Efficient use of vehicle fleet such as use of crew cabs, bicycles, any other energy-saving 14 11,00 Conversion of older maintenance equipment to more efficient and reduced emissions Transportation management strategies: promotion and incentives of public transit and car pooling Conversion of roads to integrate new bike lanes, expanded recreational pathways Air quality programs: monitoring, anti-idling advisory / bylaws, promotion for the reduced reliance/use of high air polluting small engine equipment Use of Integrated Pest Management / Plant Health Care principles: timing, policies / bylaws and/or 6 5,00 effective procedures Initiatives such as: Innovation: through green buildings, green roofs; reuse of sites and buildings 6 5,50 Green procurement policies (use of local products, material energy lifecycle considerations) Brownfield redevelopment, remediation Commercial / Industrial Sector Participation in the environmental effort 6 4,50 Corporate environmental innovation / stewardship, initiatives, activities 6 4,50 Sustainable development strategies, safety and emergency preparedness 6 4,50 Energy efficient buildings / landscapes. 6 4,50 Greening of operational fleet and equipment. 6 4,50 Service Clubs, Schools, Churches, Not-for-profit groups Support – financial and/or in-kind 7 5,50 Involvement –organization, participation 7 5,50 Impact of efforts on community 7 5,50 Residential / Citizens Participation in the environmental effort 9 8,00 Involvement / support / direction to municipality 9 8,00 Environmental Awareness 125 100,50 Comments and Suggestions - Environmental Awareness STRENGTHS: Environment Week is hugely visible and sucessful in Wood Buffalo. Residents were offered numerous educational and informational workshops, were given opportunities to safely dispose of hazardous household materials as well as oversized refuse such as furniture and appliances. The numerous events during Environment Week are well supported by a number of corporations in the area through active sponship and by sharing their expertise through workshops. Schools are particularly active in environmental awareness. In the SEEDS Green Schools Programme Fort McMurray can boast one "Earth School" and 5 "Green Schools"! These standings require concerted effort and dedication by both teachers ans students. 15 schools are registered in the ecoActive School Programme. Such interest and demonstrated actions by youth bode well for the future. Recycling opportunities in Wood Buffalo at present at somewhat limited but those available are well used and statistics demonstrate that there is tremendous increase each year to support recyling. At present material accepted for recycle include glass, plastic milk jugs, cardboard, and various papers. With new facilities to open in the fall of 2008 there will be the ability to accept and sort a variety of plastics, tin, e-waste, and organics. A number of the larger companies have broad spectrum recycling within their facilities. The community is very eager to 'do the right thing' and participate actively in a recycle programmme. RRRibbet, the frog, visits schools to promote the value of recycling and play the NIMBY game. Community gardens are gaining in popularity. there are a number around the city but to most prominent one is Helen Pacholko Park which is the largest Adopt-a Park in the city. In this park there is not only 28 garden plots planted and mantained by citizens, there is also a compost demonstration site and the 'mountain' colourfully planted with hardy perennials and maintained by volunteers. This is a great place for young and old to enjoy the outdoors, the love of growing and to learn much from each other. The participants in the park call themselves "League of Nations" which speaks well of the diversity of the volunteers. The waste water treatment facility is due to open later this year and will be the most up to date facility to spill its treated waste water into Arctic waters. There will be capacity for a population of 133,000. There is potential for waste water to be diverted to the plants to reduce their need for fresh water. Also near competion is the new Regional Landfill Facility which will allow for the aforementioned opportunities for broader recycling as well as up to date landfill technologies and strategies. Wood Buffalo has an impressive and ever expanding trail system that is carefully planned to provide for linkages. Good partnerships are being forged with trail user groups for ongoing trail mainteneance. A fleet of buses whose numbers exceed those of Greyhound across Canada canvass the city to carry workers to and from the mines for their shifts. WEAKNESSES: Recycling capabilities will of course improve with new landfill systems but the existing recycle depots could be improved with clearer signage on each of the bins in addition to the main sign that has good but limited information on it. Also, the judges noted that the bins may require more frequent pick up as they were very full. OPPORTUNITIES: Water is such a critical resource, continue and enhance programmes that teach conservation as well as the importance of protecting waterways from runoff and pollution. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Citizens' involvement in various community projects, including horticulture and garden clubs, service groups, recreation and sports clubs, school children, teens, seniors, municipal workers and local businesses Max Actual Municipality / Public Properties Volunteer recognition 8 7,00 Support – financial and/or in-kind for volunteer activities 8 7,00 Information and educational programs 8 7,00 Promotion of local businesses, products, tourism 8 7,00 Organization/facilitation of local events/festivals, fundraising, support – financial and/or in-kind 8 7,00 Innovation; involvement with youth / seniors and other initiatives towards broader social inclusion 7 6,00 Commercial / Industrial Sector Involvement in community projects, volunteer initiatives, community outreach programs 10 9,00 Sponsorship – financial and/or in kind – of the local CIB program 10 9,00 Innovation; involvement with youth / seniors and other initiatives towards broader social inclusion 10 9,00 Service Clubs, Schools, Churches, Not-for- profit groups Support – financial and/or in-kind 8 6,50 Involvement –organization, participation 8 6,50 Impact of efforts on community 8 6,50 Residential / Citizens Support - financial and/or in kind - of projects / programs 8 7,00 Participation in community programs 8 7,00 Provision of ideas / initiatives for projects/programs 8 7,00 Community Involvement 125 108,50 Comments and Suggestions - Community Involvement STRENGTHS: McMurray is essentially a company town and the glue that brings and keeps the community together is Fort municipality and they are doing a fine job. The municipality supports and promotes community activities the and groups. Among these groups are some very strong ones that make huge contributions to the community. The Communities in Bloom Committee is to be highly commended for showcasing to the judges a number of these groups and their activities and achievements. The judges witnessed a close and effective working relationship between the mayor, municipal workers, community groups and volunteers. The media is actively involved in and very supportive of community activities in the region. Televison, newspapers and radio all report extensive local news and community events. Given the large size of the municipality the judges toured only Fort McMurray but learned of a number of outreach programmes by CIB to include the distant communities; for example, Fort McKay hosted a "What Grows" workshop and Anzac a "Composting" seminar. Fort Chipewan held a garden competition. All centres participate in Pitch-In and they receive any grass seed, flowers and fertilizer that they request. The Alzheimer Society has established a "Forget Me Knot" garden on the terrace of the 4th floor long term care wing of the hospital that is not only beautiful but serves as a healing garden with raised planters, great fragrances and a variety of textures in the plant material. Affordable housing is a priority in Fort McMurray with 459 families on the waiting list. Great effort is made to not only build housing but to create neighbourhoods with parks, playgrounds, trails and natural areas. Keyono College is a great neighbout in the city. They provide an attractive campus ofr many community activities and offer meeting rooms to not for profit groups to meet in. WEAKNESSES: With such a mobile population it is very difficult to maintain long term interest in community groups. Try to revive the BRZ and encourage the development of neighbourhood groups along the lines of a commuity league (the fine group that care for and use Helen Pacholko Park are a good example). Neighbourhood groups can speak for the needs of an foster pride in the community. Service Clubs seem to have a very low profile. OPPORTUNITIES: With the permission of groups put together an up-to-date list of all organizations along with contacts (telephone, email website, etc.) to give easy access for newcomers. Distribute these through company h. r. departments, real estate agents, etc. Make that first phone call for a necomer as easy and wecloming as possible; the "Community Guide" gives phone numbers, but try to produce a smaller and more personal contact list with names. NATURAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE CONSERVATION Heritage policies, bylaws and natural heritage management plans; preservation and restoration of buildings, homes, churches, monuments, artefacts, sites, parks, heritage gardens, trees; preservation of traditions and customs; festivals/celebrations; heritage foods and the arts; museums and history, archives, Architectural Advisory Committee Max Actual Municipality / Public Properties Heritage policies / by-laws and their enforcement or effective programs in smaller communities 10 9,00 Natural and cultural heritage management plan and preservation initiatives: cultural landscapes, use 10 of native plants, heritage gardens, trees 9,00 Preservation, restoration and reuse programs 8 7,00 Information and support programs 6 5,00 Promotion of heritage by Historical Society / Heritage Committee / Tourism Association 5 Interpretative and signage programs, walking tours, museums, festivals/celebrations 6 5,00 Cultural heritage programs: first nations, explorers, first and subsequent settlers and more recent 5 immigrants 4,00 New programs and initiatives to promote local heritage 5 4,00 Commercial / Industrial Sector Conservation, restoration and reuse of sites/buildings 7 6,00 Building façade and improvement plan. (original colours, styles, materials, lighting) 7 6,00 Participation in municipal, provincial or federal programs 7 6,00 Innovation and participation in promotion of local heritage 7 6,00 Service Clubs, Schools, Churches, Not-for-profit groups Support – financial and/or in-kind 7 6,00 Involvement –organization, participation 7 6,00 Impact of efforts on community 7 6,00 Residential / Citizens Conservation / restoration and reuse of sites / buildings 7 5,50 Preservation of traditions, customs, food, music, dance and crafts 7 5,50 Participation in heritage community events/activities 7 6,00 Natural and Cultural Heritage Conservation 125 102,00 Comments and Suggestions - Natural and Cultural Heritage Conservation STRENGTHS: Wood Buffalo has a very colourful history that tells of an ongoing 'frontier' legacy. Heritage Park takes the visitor back through time to tell many wonderful stories of the region and its people. This Park reflects the passion of the volunteers in the Historical Society who created it and taken it to become an accredited museum.. The Park sponsors exceptional school programs that work within the cirriculm to bring history to life for students in grades 1 to 5. Day camps and summer camps allow children to pursue their interest in local history. the Park is the site of a number of festivals that celebrate and promote culture and heritage. - Celtic Festival, National Aboriginal Day, Old Fashioned Christmas and the biggest - Heritage Day. Heritage Park offers archival services and is hoping to acquire more and better storage for archives. The Fort McMurray Marine Park is well underway and with the vision, determination and hard work of Torchy and friends it will be a wonderful way to tell the amazing story of life and commerce on the importance of the Athabasca River. The family focus should attract a wide audience. Discovery Centre is a provincial museum that very clearly and creatively demonstrates the oil sands story and the process of extraction. Fort McMurray has been very clever in memorializing noteable people through street signs - everything from Franklin Drive to the streets of Dickensfield being named after bush pilots. The judges are happy to hear that interpretive signs to background these famous figures are to come. Street banners of mayors reflects more recent history. Natural history is respected with an extensive and accessible trail system through the boreal forest. Congratulations for protecting the spruce on MacDonald Island by designating it as a heritage tree. The protection of the Clearwater River under the Canadian Heritage River System is good. The Northers Alberta Heritage Trail is a good self-guided tour to explore both the natural and the cultural history from Edmonton to Fort Chipewyan. And, of course, Wood Buffalo National Park is well recognized for its uniqueness and has World Heritage status. WEAKNESSES: There is little in the centre of Fort McMurray that reflects the history of the area. Continue to pursue plans to create a downtown walking tour using plaques, buildings and stories to tell the history. OPPORTUNITIES: Entire neighbourhoods have a story to tell; eg. Grayling Terrace started as company housing then was sold when times got tough - a storyboard by the gardens at the entrance could tell this story. TREE / URBAN FOREST MANAGEMENT Written policies, bylaws and regulation plans both long and short-term. Distribution of trees, inventory, variety, suitability, new plantings, main street programs, new survey developments, preservation of heritage trees, commemorative trees, woodlots, succession planting, Plant Health Care and Integrated Pest Management, qualified/trained individuals (volunteer or on staff) Max Actual Municipality / Public Properties Policies, regulations and tree by-laws, tree protection and planting on public and private lands 10 9,00 Plan of action: procurement, species diversity, selection of hardy species with potential to contribute 10 to the plan 9,00 Strategic Management, Operational and Emergency Plan in place, an inventory of trees, 8 demonstration of good planting techniques and a maintenance program 7,00 Measures to preserve, protect, manage and expand woodlots 7 6,00 Qualified personnel and/or crew training 7 6,00 Integrated Pest Management / Plant Health Care, plan of action for invasive pest detection and 7 control, information on current infestations and diseases 6,00 Participation and recognition in programs such as Green Streets Canada, Maple Leaf Day… 7 6,00 Commercial / Industrial Sector Concept, design and planting for commercial enterprises 7 5,50 Maintenance programs 7 6,00 Existing tree protection and preservation during construction: in by-law and/or in practice 8 6,50 Involvement and promotion of tree planting programs and conservation through groups such as 6 Business Improvement Association 5,00 Service Clubs, Schools, Churches, Not - for - profit groups Support – financial and/or in-kind and involvement – organization, participation 10 8,50 Impact and maintenance 10 8,50 Residential / Citizens Selection of varieties – inclusion of native, hardy species 11 9,50 Maintenance 10 9,00 Tree / Urban Forest Management 125 107,50 Comments and Suggestions - Tree / Urban Forest Management STRENGTHS: The City of Fort McMurray has demonstrated a strong commitment to urban forest management. The noted a number of programs that are to be commended. One favorite is the Tree Doctor. This is an Judges excellent public relations program that brings the public service closer to the community and demonstrates the value of your division. The tree inventory is a valuable program that along with the public information brochures educates the public in good maintenance practices. The community also, the Judges noted, play an important role in tree planting through its Arbour Day activities at Beacon Hill and Good Shepard and the Memorial Tree Recognition program. This, in conjunction with this 187 trees planted by the City will continue to compound itself for years to come. Special mention should go to the following, noxious weed control, the Heritage Tree, Dutch Elm Disease program and the Prunus moratorium and program to educate the public. WEAKNESSES: While visiting one of the neighbourhood parks the judges observed a leaner (a windfall leaning against another tree), which could present a hazard to the public. The flagging tape on new trees should be removed soon as it appears to be girdling the trees. The judges also noted construction damage to trees throughout many areas of the city. OPPORTUNITIES: While it cannot be expected that the Urban Forest Team can be everywhere, all employees including contractors, should be taught to be aware of potential hazards regardless of whose responsibility and report immediately for quick remediation. LANDSCAPED AREAS This criteria supports all efforts to create an environment wherein plants form an essential element of the overall surroundings; design and suitability for location and use; native and introduced materials; balance of plants, materials and constructed elements; harmony (colour, texture, shape); tasteful integration of hard surfaces and art elements; standards of maintenance. Max Actual Municipality / Public Properties First impressions of the community including gateway / entrance treatments 10 9,00 Development of policies, standards and best practices 7 6,00 Plan of action: distribution through the community 8 7,00 Urban and civic design standards for streetscape and other public places: flags, banners, public art, 7 fountains, site furnishings, lighting design, walkways and paving materials, signage and accessibility 5,50 Specifications for planting (with suitable varieties) and maintenance 7 6,00 Sustainable designs: energy efficient, use of green materials, naturalization, xeriscaping 6 5,00 Site rejuvenation, rehabilitation and maintenance (life cycle management) 6 5,00 Qualified personnel (including seasonal staff) and/or training 7 6,00 Commercial / Industrial Sector Innovation in concept and design 6 4,50 Public involvement: support – financial and/or in-kind, participation 6 4,50 Sustainable designs: energy efficient, use of green materials, naturalization, xeriscaping 6 4,50 Contribution to urban and civic design and public greenspaces above and beyond requirements: 6 such as public art, streetscape, site furniture, fountains 4,50 Adequate ongoing maintenance (life cycle management) 6 4,50 Service Clubs, Schools, Churches, Not-for-profit groups Support – financial and/or in-kind and involvement – organization, participation 8 7,00 Sustainable designs: energy efficient, use of green materials, naturalization, xeriscaping 8 7,00 Residential / Citizens Streetscape appeal of landscapes 8 7,00 Overall maintenance 7 5,50 Inclusion of sustainable plant materials 6 5,00 Landscaped Areas 125 103,50 Comments and Suggestions - Landscaped Areas STRENGTHS: There has been a lot of thought put into landscape innovation for the City. The new parks the Judges saw are laid out and functional. The playgrounds provide shade and seating and are highly visible for security and well vandalism prevention. They clearly meet the needs of the various neighbourhoods. This is very apparent with the amount of use by parents and their children during the judge's visit. The storm water sites fit in nicely with the neighbourhoods. So while not only functional they are esthetically pleasing and add value to the area. Community 'placemaking' is front and center for Fort McMurray through innovative design and functionality. It is good to see landscape plans for new development goes through Parks and then Planning. The Judges noticed an active school-naturalizing program. In fact in most sites visited, naturalization plays a key role in Parks planning. A good example is Prospect Pointe. The tour of Keyano College was informative. They are fortunate that this school has both a tree farm and a greenhouse. The staff and students of St. Martha should be proud of the landscape work done around their school and the neighgbourhood grateful for their efforts. It was clearly demonstrated to the Judges that there is a lot planned for the future of parkland and trails and the residents should be excited at the prospect. The Judges found a jewel in the Fort McMurray Golf and Country Club. This facility demonstrates environmental practices in both pesticide application and water conservation. This course is sure to be successful in its quest for Audubon Certification. WEAKNESSES: The athletic fields and parks the Judges reviewed are all new and for the most part still under warranty. The judges would have liked to see some of the older sites in order to see the long term effect of the city's maintenance programs. OPPORTUNITIES: The boulevards are very well landscaped with a nice placement of the trees in keeping with the 'placemaking'. To offset the salt damage along the sides of the road, the installation of a "kill strip" of asphalt at the curb would be a great addition. The City could consider municipal greenhouses in order to get a head start on its floral displays and for growing of indoor plants for its various facilities. FLORAL DISPLAYS Arrangements of flowers and plants (annuals, perennials, bulbs, ornamental grasses), originality, distribution, location, diversity and balance, colour, harmony, quality and maintenance. These pertain to flowerbeds, carpet bedding, containers, baskets and window boxes. Max Actual Municipality / Public Properties Diversity of displays: flowerbeds, raised beds, planters, hanging baskets, window boxes, carpet 12 bedding, mosaics 11,00 Plan of action: programs, distribution through community. Concept and design including sustainable design 12 11,00 Diversity of plants: annuals, perennials, bulbs, grasses, woody plants, natural flora 12 11,00 Quality, maintenance, best practices 10 9,00 Qualified personnel (including seasonal staff) and/or training 7 6,00 Commercial / Industrial Sector Concept and design 9 7,50 Quality and maintenance 9 7,50 Contribution to overall floral program 9 7,50 Service Clubs, Schools, Churches, Not-for-profit groups Support – financial and/or in-kind and involvement – organization, participation 11 10,00 Concept, design, selection and maintenance on their own properties 11 10,00 Residential / Citizens Arrangement, diversity, colour 11 9,50 Quality and maintenance 12 11,00 Floral Displays 125 111,00 Comments and Suggestions - Floral Displays STRENGTHS: Judges feel with the challenges the Horticultural Team faces in terms of volume of work and The climatic conditions, they are doing an admirable job. The variety of plant material used and how it is displayed is pleasing to the eye. The hanging baskets (114 of them) and the self-watering design have proven effective and have turned out a good product. The entrance features are well done and can only further instill "pride of place" for those living in or visiting the area. The group at Helen Pacholko Park/Community Garden was just beaming with pride at their accomplishments with this garden. The composting learning centre is a nice and very effective touch. The judges note the effort put forward by the schools and Keyano College in establishing floral displays. Also, the bridge planters as one enters the city are colourful. The flower garden at the food bank is exceptional. WEAKNESSES: There is very little by way of contribution from the commercial/industrial sector for the judges to review. OPPORTUNITIES: A good partnering opportunity would be with the Post Office to enhance this very busy public place with a floral display. TURF AND GROUNDCOVERS Quality, naturalization, use of groundcovers and wild flowers, turf management (manicured to rough), use of artificial turf, maintenance (mowing height and frequency), Integrated Pest Management (IPM) / Plant Health Care, fertilization programs, irrigation and water restrictions. Areas include private homes, public buildings, municipal and private sports fields and athletic parks. Max Actual Municipality / Public Properties First impressions; plan of action, distribution of turf and ground cover areas 14 13,00 Diversity / species, types of plantings / drought tolerance 8 6,50 Turf Management / Integrated Pest Management / Plant Health Care, alternative solutions to 8 diseases and infestations when appropriate 7,00 Review of maintenance plans to consider increased naturalization, alternate mowing frequency for 8 reduced and more efficient operations 6,50 Information programs for water requirements, mowing frequency and height, rain gardens 8 6,50 Qualified personnel (including seasonal staff) and/or training. 7 6,00 Commercial / Industrial Sector Concept and design, use of alternative ground covers 8 6,50 Quality and maintenance on these properties 8 6,50 Site naturalization 8 6,50 Service clubs, Schools, Churches, Not-for-profit groups Support – financial and/or in-kind and involvement –organization, participation 12 11,00 Quality and maintenance on these properties 11 10,00 Residential / Citizens Concept and design, use of alternative ground covers 8 7,00 Quality and maintenance 9 8,00 Participation in lawn watering conservation programs 8 7,00 Turf and Groundcovers 125 108,00 Comments and Suggestions - Turf and Groundcovers STRENGTHS: This is another group who face workload and climatic conditions with commitment and success. Sound maintenance practices are demonstrated through the team's turf program. Aerating and fertilizing all parkland with continuous soil amendments can only enhance the quality of turf the judges observed. The judges would have liked to see some of the older park sites to observe the success of this program. The City of Fort McMurray has made sound business decisions in the installation of sand based fields and investing in irrigation for it premier sites. The quality of these fields will be the pride of your sports groups and the envy of the visiting teams. The zone mowing plan should prove to be efficient and successful. The Judges noted that the service clubs, schools and the residents of Fort McMurray are generally involved either personally or as an organization in enhancing and maintaining their properties. WEAKNESSES: It is difficult to effectively judge commercial sites due to the lack of presentation. OPPORTUNITIES: The judges recommend that the CIB Committee strike a "nominate a business" program or a recognition program for businesses that invest in providing an attractive landscape in front of their establishment. This could be large facilities, office buildings, restaurants or stores. Perennial groundcovers are often very appropriate for such areas. Evaluation Checklist / Questions on organization: Yes No N/A Were the judges, upon their arrival, presented with the itinerary and the Community Profile Book, X which was completed according to the "Guidelines..."? X Was there an initial orientation meeting with introductions ? X Were the community representatives knowledgeable about the community and all criteria? Were the judges able to ask questions and modify the schedule if they thought that there was not X enough time spent on a judging criteria ? X Did the judges meet with the media? X Were the judges asked to give presentations? X Were the judges able to meet with and talk with the volunteers? Did the community, with its allotted time, distribute it so there was adequate coverage for X each of the eight criteria? X Was there enough time allotted to start the evaluation form in a quiet place? PROGRAM INFORMATION Communities in Bloom is a Canadian non-profit organization committed to fostering civic pride, environmental responsibility, beautification and to improving quality of life through community participation and the challenge of a national program. "People, plants and pride… growing together" is our slogan, and it captures the essence of the program. History, Established with the guidance of Britain in Bloom, Tidy Towns of Ireland and Villes et Villages Fleuris de France, Communities in Bloom held its first edition in 1995 and 29 participating municipalities were honoured at the first awards ceremonies on Parliament Hill. The program now includes more than 500 communities across the country and an international challenge involving communities from the United States, Japan and several European countries allows participants to compete internationally. Program. The program consists of communities receiving information and being evaluated either provincially or nationally by a volunteer jury of trained professionals on the accomplishments of their entire community (municipal, private, corporate and institutional sectors, citizens) on eight key criteria: Tidiness, Environmental Awareness, Community Involvement, Natural and Cultural Heritage Conservation, Urban Forestry, Landscaped Areas, Floral Displays, and Turf & Groundcovers. Benefits. The pride, sense of community and feeling of accomplishment generated through participation are visible in communities all over Canada. These benefits make Communities in Bloom a program where everyone wins. Participants can benefit financially from the program through community tourism initiatives, business opportunities for the entire community, and other related projects. A valuable information exchange network allows communities to share accomplishments, best practices and projects. All participants are showcased on the Communities in Bloom website through the "Explore our Communities" section, with a description page and a link to their respective community website. The Communities in Bloom Magazine, published twice a year, also features participants and program results, as well as articles and educational content. Communities in Bloom develops, with its partners and sponsors, initiatives and promotional opportunities such as the Gardens at the CN Tower and the VIA Rail Garden Route. Provincial and National Awards – National Symposium on Parks and Grounds. These events are a unique opportunity for elected officials, parks and grounds professionals and community volunteers to learn and share about current issues, trends and challenges not only in horticulture and gardening but in community tourism and projects, environmental awareness, and much more. Awards ceremonies, along with workshops and symposiums, are held in most provinces throughout the year. A winter edition – WinterLights Celebrations – created in 2001, features community efforts in the following criteria: Winter Pleasures, Festive Celebrations, Visual Presentation, Goodwill Program and Tourism / Promotion. The WinterLights Celebrations Symposium and Awards Ceremonies are held in February. The Communities in Bloom Foundation, established to support the educational aspect of its activities, is dedicated to funding, developing and disseminating education and awareness to a wide audience on the value, improvement, importance and sustainable development of green spaces and natural environment in Canadian society. The foundation also awards bursaries to students in horticulture / environment programs. Within the actual context of climate changes and environmental challenges, Communities in Bloom can rightfully and proudly state that the program, through the efforts of all those involved in their communities, is actually contributing to the solution. People, plants and pride...growing together 112 Terry Fox, Kirkland (Québec) H9H 4M3 Tel: (514) 694-8871 Fax: (514) 694-3725 firstname.lastname@example.com * www.communitiesinbloom.ca
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Miller's groundbreaking first novel, banned in Britain for almost thirty years. A penniless and as yet unpublished writer, Henry Miller arrived in Paris in 1930. Leaving behind a disintegrating marriage and an unhappy career in America, he threw himself into the low-life of bohemian Paris with unwavering gusto. A fictional account of Miller's adventures amongst the prostitutes and pimps, the penniless painters and writers of Montparnasse, Tropic of Cancer is an extravagant and rhapsodic hymn to a world of unrivalled eroticism and freedom. Tropic of Cancer's 1934 publication in France was hailed by Samuel Beckett as 'a momentous event in the history of modern writing'. The novel was subsequently banned in the UK and the USA and not released for publication for a further thirty years.
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Henry Miller was born in Brooklyn, New York. In 1930, he went to live in Paris and for the next ten years he mingled with impoverished expatriates and bohemian Parisians. His first published book, Tropic of Cancer appeared in 1934 published by the Obelisk Press in Paris. It was followed five years later by its sister volume Tropic of Capricorn. Sexually explicit, these books electrified the European literary avant-garde and were almost universally banned outside France. In 1961, after an epic legal battle, Tropic of Cancer was finally published in the US (and then in England in 1963). Miller became a household name, hailed by the Sixties counter-culture as a prophet of freedom and sexual revolution. He died on June 7 1980.
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"We ordered these to announce the birth of our little girl and they turned out very nicely! We've gotten several compliments on them - about both the photos we used and the quality of the card. The colors on the card are true to what's seen on the website, and the paper we chose (cardstock) had a nice weight to it. The pictures looked wonderful on the cardstock too - so no need to upgrade the paper, although you certainly can. They look great and are definitely worth the money!"
"The foil stamp gives it a more polished look. I loved the look of the finished product when I inserted my images. Everyone commented how much they loved receiving the beautiful card in the mail."
"We used this to announce our daughters arrival. The product came really quickly with standard shipping and the quality was great! We just sent them out so no feedback yet but I was impressed with the product. The only thing I had a little trouble with is saving the design when I was putting her info in. I would definitely order from here again!"
"My cards came out adorable! Remember to order the modified envelopes or you will pay extra shipping! I paid 70cents to mail each one instead of 49 cents"
"Love how the card is for a birth announcement and holiday greeting! Saves new parents money in cards and postage so they can buy more diapers!"