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Michael and Ashley Johnson decided to adopt on June 23, 2015, after coming across the following post and video on Facebook created by an orphanage volunteer: Aging out in October 2015!!!
Ward ages out in October 2015! That's three short months away. I'm generally not the begging type, but being an advocate sometimes requires stepping outside of one's comfort zone, so that's where I am now. Out of desperation for this child, I am begging for a family to please step forward for Wang, and give him the gift of his very own family.
Ward knows that his 14th birthday will mean the end of his dream to be a son and have a family to call his own. Ward knows that he still waits while his orphanage brothers and sisters have gone home with their forever families. Can you imagine how it must feel to be thirteen years old and knowing that all your friends have been chosen, but no one has chosen you.
In China, as hundreds of millions of Chinese nationals make their way back to their hometowns to spend Chinese New Year with loved ones, thirteen-year-old Ward sits alone in front of a computer screen at his orphanage. With the exception of a few ayis caring for those in their charge, the orphanage is deserted. Most of the workers are away celebrating this special time of year with their families, while Ward, and a few of his orphanage buddies, are left behind.
Ward has always lived at the orphanage and never had the privilege of being a foster child and living the life of a son. Ward has watched as many of his orphanage siblings have been adopted, and he has expressed a desire for a family of his own. Ward WANTS a family!
After watching the video of Ward, both Michael and Ashley knew that he was meant to be their child. They answered God's call, and have worked diligently to find an agency and complete all paperwork from scratch to have their dossier ready to submit to China in six weeks. Michael and Ashley have a biological son (13) and daughter (9), and the entire family is excited to be growing through adoption!
Daniel and Stacy are thrilled to be adopting again!
Daniel is a mechanical engineer with Nissan and Stacy is a speech-language pathologist turned stay-at-home and homeschooling mom. They have been married for 9 years and have 4 children. Three biological children: Noah (5), Eli (3), and Emma (1), and one daughter through adoption: Selah (2) from Democratic Republic of the Congo in central Africa. However, although her adoption is complete she is unable to come home due to an exit letter suspension that has been in place since September 2013. They are hopeful she will be released from DRC and able to join her family soon.
Thru the process of waiting for Selah, Daniel and Stacy knew God was stretching them. He was teaching them lessons on waiting, perseverance, and that anything worth having is hard. They began to focus more on Selah and the children waiting rather than their dream to adopt a young baby. They began to realize that no adoption is a non-special needs adoption. All children come home with some sort of special needs. The things that used to scare them, such as disabilities, didn't seem so scary anymore. After all, it's not about fulfilling our needs as parents but about the children. It's about giving a child a home that needs one. And knowing it will be messy and hard.
Daniel and Stacy had felt the call to adopt for many years and knew God had led them to adopt from Congo. However, after completely emotionally drained, they didn't know if they would ever adopt internationally again.
One night, Stacy found a little girl listed on an adoption photolisting. She was nearly 3 years old and had Down syndrome. She remembered her time working as an SLP and how she always had a special place in her heart for children with Down syndrome. This little girl was in China and they didn't meet the requirements. However, Stacy kept feeling drawn to the little girl's picture.
Then, in January of 2015, China changed some requirements for the better! They suddenly qualified where they didn't before. Then, once again, Stacy saw a little girl called "Lisi" on the photolisting that she felt drawn to. Since they now qualified, she decided to inquire about her. The file was sent and they was amazed! When looking at all the pictures, Stacy discovered it was the same little girl from months ago! This agency was just using a different picture!
Daniel and Stacy spent much time in prayer and research. They both felt drawn to this little girl. Finally, the agency sent a couple of videos and when they saw Lisi smiling at the camera, they both broke down in tears. They knew she was their daughter. They made it official with the agency on Lisi's 3rd birthday.
Daniel and Stacy always knew they wanted a big family and love that God is in charge with how big that family will be! Now when they say they are called to adopt, they know that the calling may not come when we think is best, but when God knows is best. Daniel and Stacy are still fighting to bring Selah home and now in process to bring Lisi home as well.
God has used the wait and struggle for Selah to mold Daniel and Stacy so they would be ready to say 'yes' to another little girl in China. God uses hard, impossible things to bring glory to Him. What started off as a journey to bring home a healthy baby girl has resulted in striving to bring home a toddler from Africa and a toddler with a lifelong special need from China.
And that is the perfect story after all.
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at abbacry.blogspot.com
Rachel Lawrence is beyond excited and blessed to soon be a mother for Austin. She is an intervention specialist (special education teacher) and also runs a horseback riding program for kids with special needs. God is in control and he has been blessing and paving the path to help bring Austin home. This is her first adoption and she is beyond grateful for all the support and prayers of those around her. Rachel is a single mother who has always known that she wanted a family through adoption. When she came across Austin on Reece's Rainbows, she just knew it was time to begin her family and Austin was who she needed to bring home! Rachel can't wait to meet and hold Austin. He will be growing up on a small farm with family and friends close by. Thank you for your prayers and support during this process!
8/2/15—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
You can follow our adoption at rachelsadoption.weebly.com
"I used to think you had to be special for God to use you, but now I know you simply need to say yes." – Bob Goff
Our family is so glad we decided to say, YES! Yes to God's plan for our lives, yes to our son waiting for us in China, and yes to the journey ahead. We are Jason and Areka Blain and we are thrilled to announce our commitment to adopt and bring "Douglas" home from China. We have three wonderful children; Ava, Rowan, and Violet, and this is our first adoption. It is our belief that every child is deserving of a loving home. Our family means everything to us and part of our motivation to adopt comes from our deep love for our children and our Christian faith. It is heartbreaking to know that so many children (orphans) worldwide are without the love of a family. God has blessed us abundantly with our sweet kiddos, a strong marriage, and a great community of family and friends. It has been our heart to share these blessings with a waiting child, to adopt a little person that no one else was coming for. While researching, we were drawn to the large number of children who wait in China, specifically those with medical needs. We have followed Reece's Rainbow for several years and when we came across Douglas' profile, we knew he was our son. It has been a journey in and of itself to arrive on this path and we are so grateful to serve a big God, and for his love and grace. We cannot wait to bring "Douglas" home. He is loved and chosen!
"But here is the glory part. When we utter even the weakest yes, we find God to be big. Bigger than we once thought. Bigger than our lack. Bigger than our doubt. Bigger than the needs before us. Bigger than we can comprehend. Bigger. And He proves Himself good, steady, intentional, on time, able, strong, and sovereign." – Rebecca via nohandsbutours.com
Thank you for your love, prayers, and support during this time. Our family is eternally grateful!
7/28/15—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
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Robert and Shelley's journey with adoption started when they had 1 son, 2 daughters and a plan to add one little boy through adoption to complete their family. They completed that "plan" with the adoption of a little boy with Down syndrome from Ukraine in 2007. It was during that trip that the Lord opened their eyes to the plight of orphans with special needs. Armed with the knowledge of what happens to orphans with special needs in Eastern Europe as they age, and the conviction, "If not us, then who?", they went to Serbia in 2008 and brought home a 2nd son with Down syndrome. Later that same year, Shelley was contacted by an attorney in Bulgaria who had found her blog and reached out with a request on behalf of an orphan in Bulgaria. Shelley advocated for that child and when, in 2009, the family felt the prompting of the Lord to go "one more time", they made the decision to go to Bulgaria and adopted an older boy with Down syndrome that was already living in a mental institution. During the trip to meet their future son, a tiny little girl busted out of a group of children and latched herself to Shelley's leg. Looking down into those big almond shaped eyes, Shelley promised that little girl that she'd find her a family. Ten months later, the Lord made it clear that they were to be that little girl's family and once again, the family embarked on a "one more time" journey to bring home a daughter with Down syndrome. Vowing that they were "really done this time", the family has spent their time over the past few years advocating for orphans and supporting other families through their adoption journeys. In early 2015, their children started talking about a baby sister. After much discussion and a lot of prayer, they made the decision to return to Bulgaria one more time to complete their family with a little girl with Down syndrome. This journey has been different because the family chose to start the home study and dossier paper work without having a child pre-identified. They have covered all the initial costs to complete their home study and dossier. They are approved to adopt a little girl with Down syndrome and hope to be matched with a little one very soon!
Updated: Robert and Shelley have been officially matched with a beautiful little girl!
Luke and Christa Zeigler had their first date on December 23, 2000 (when they were only 17 and 16 years old). As they grew from teenagers into young adults and their relationship evolved, they both shared with one another the sense that God would call them to adopt one day. Five years after their first date, while on their honeymoon, they affirmed this calling and committed to one another that they would follow wherever God would lead them. After experiencing 2 miscarriages, they were overjoyed with the birth of their first daughter Kinsley in 2009. After Kinsley's birth, they walked through two "surprise" pregnancies (both precious girls) in less than two years. They began to ask God how adoption would fit into their family plan; they knew adopting could be an expensive and emotional process. They were also very aware that their soon to be three children were huge blessings and would keep them very, very busy. They felt as if God answered their questions with "Wait and I will show you."
In 2012, thirteen weeks into their third pregnancy, they began to feel as if God were trying to prepare them for something a little different. In their individual prayer lives, they were both hearing that they would become parents to a child with special needs, specifically Down Syndrome. Sharing this news with one another, they were blown away by the spiritual affirmation they felt! They began to research Down Syndrome so that they could be as prepared as possible, even without medical reason to do so. Mid-pregnancy they had a routine full anatomy ultrasound done on their baby. The technician found a few areas of Echogenic Intracardiac Foci on the baby's heart. They were informed that these could sometimes be an indication of a chromosomal anomaly. They felt completely at peace with this news, in fact, it was if they had already been expecting it. They gave thanks to God that He had been preparing their hearts for this. A few weeks later test results would show that their daughter would more than likely not be born with Down Syndrome or any another anomaly. They were confused and prayed for clarity. Again God answered with "Wait and I will show you."
Less than a week after receiving those test results, Luke "coincidentally" (they are sure by God's design) started developing a friendship with a business acquaintance. Drew Miles and his wife Kamarie were the proud parents of three boys with a daughter on the way. Two of their sons were born with Down Syndrome. One of these sons was welcomed into their family biologically, the other through the gift of adoption. When they shared their story of how they "found" their son Kole through the website for Reece's Rainbow (an advocacy foundation for orphans with Down Syndrome and other special needs), it was as if the missing piece of the puzzle "clicked" into place for Luke & Christa. The Zeiglers began looking over the Reece's Rainbow website often and praying to God to make His timing clear to them.
Less than two years later, on January 12, 2014, God's voice spoke again, loud and clear; the time had come to take the first steps towards growing their family through adoption. That night the Zeiglers logged onto Reece's Rainbow to "look and pray" over the waiting children. Then, unexpectedly, the face of their daughter stared back at them from the screen. Christa describes seeing her daughter for the first time; "It was as if I already knew her; I felt like she kind of belonged to me before I even knew she existed." (They joked with one another that they had both been sure God would lead them to a son after all these years of raising daughters!) They were surprised and excited when they shared with one another that they both felt equally pulled to her. Evie, as she was called on her Reece's Rainbow profile, had been diagnosed with Down Syndrome and was currently living in an orphanage in Eastern China. Luke and Christa began pursuing her adoption a week later. The Zeiglers have decided they will name her Sadie Jane. Sadie means "Princess" and Jane means, "God is gracious". She is so beautiful; perfectly, uniquely knit together as we all are. Luke and Christa truly believe Sadie is fearfully and wonderfully made in God's image; a true princess of the Most High King.
The Zeiglers admire the work of Reece's Rainbow, its supporters and all the adopting families. They know the needs of each child and each family in the process of an adoption are great. The Zeiglers are quickly approaching the travel portion of their adoption. After 18 months of paperwork and waiting, they will finally meet their daughter and bring her home! Luke, Christa, Kinsley, Hattie and Taverly (Sadie's sisters) can't wait to see how far she will soar! Life should be interesting with daughters ages 5, 4 3 and 2 years old!
"We covet your prayers for our family, sweet Sadie, her caretakers and orphans around the world. We would be grateful for any donation you can give! You are appreciated more than you know! Thank you for sharing our journey with us! No donation is too small; we know with God, all things are possible and He will move mountains to help us bring our Sadie Jane home!" ~Luke and Christa Zeigler
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Leon and Sheri Ricord have been married 10 years. They have an 8 year old daughter Lauren who is in the 3rd grade and attends a Spanish Immersion elementary school. The Ricords also have a 3 year old son Aaron who will begin Chinese Immersion Preschool this fall to prepare him for his future Chinese Immersion elementary school.
For many years now, the Ricords have seriously contemplated special needs adoption as they currently feel their family is not quite complete. Sheri, being a nurse, felt confident she could provide care and support to a child with special needs. In 2011, they began the journey of foster care parenting/adoption but that journey was cut short due to their wonderful surprise pregnancy of their son. The adoption journey was then halted but not forgotten.
Sheri first came upon the Reece's Rainbow website and Facebook group in April 2014. She has felt very blessed and thankful to follow so many amazing adoption journeys. Sheri then became more and more involved in the Reece's Rainbow adoption community and discovered the courage to possibly consider international adoption for her own family. The Ricords are no strangers to special needs care as both of their children were born extremely premature, requiring complex healthcare support following their births. Thankfully, their children are healthy and thriving, despite their very rough beginnings.
In January 2015, the Ricords discovered Perry, a precious beautiful 5 year old boy in China who has been waiting for an adoptive family his whole life. Perry has never experienced or understands what it means to have a mother and father care for him. Despite this harsh reality, Perry's smile lights up a room. He is described as a true delight and joy to those who care for him in China.
Leon, Sheri, Lauren and Aaron cannot wait until they bring Perry home to be a part of their family. The Ricords look forward to providing him a loving and nurturing home life with the added comforts of the Chinese culture and language at his future public school! We trust he will truly thrive and grow in our humble little family.
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at … Coming Soon!
Frank and Melissa have been married 24 years. They have a 21 year old daughter Emily, who is in college. Emily spent the spring 2014 semester in China learning Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. The Tilton's have a homegrown son, Frankie who is 11 and in 6th grade. In August 2014, the Tilton family traveled to China for the adoption of Oliver and Gracie. Oliver is 6 and is in Kindergarten.Gracie is 5 and she is our Reece's Rainbow sweetie.
In 2013 the Tilton family fell in love with a picture of Gracie on RR and she started this amazing adventure of adoption. She spreads love everywhere she is. Even though they have only been home a a year, the Tilton's are thrilled to be returning to China. They are adopting Tori and she will be named Ruby. That name was chosen because Frank and Melissa believe she is a precious gem to be treasured and adored. The Tilton's have a passion for children with Down Syndrome and other special needs. Melissa is a special education teacher, specializing in working with children with emotional and behavior disorders and children from hard places. Frank and Melissa believe every child has value and unlimited potential. Their heart's desire is to pour their love into their children and they are thrilled to be growing their family through adoption.
7/11/15—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at tiltonfamily5.blogspot.com
The Meyer family is joyfully taking a huge leap of faith, trusting the Lord in this journey to make Toby part of their family! It is so clear that God's hand is on this decision – and that so many pieces of their pasts (as individuals and as a family) are being put into place for Toby.
Kameron spent several summers in Russia and studied Russian in college, so she has always had a heart for the former Soviet Union. Some of her most cherished memories of her summers overseas were those showing love to orphaned or neglected boys.
She and Josh both served in the Air Force, where they met and they eventually married in 2006 after spending months and months apart while both served in Iraq. Josh brought with him two amazing children, Jacob and Sarah, who allowed Kameron to learn about motherhood right from the beginning, spending each summer together as a family.
After Kameron medically retired from the Air Force for a debilitating ankle injury, she and Josh accepted a position as Family Teachers for a house full of boys at Boys Town in San Antonio, Texas. They spent a wonderful and challenging year there, investing in the lives of twelve different boys who were in need of a loving, family environment. It was during that year that they first began to think of possibly adopting an orphan. First, God chose to grow their family biologically. In 2008 they had their son Jack. Two years later George was born and in 2013, baby Joe was added to the family. All during this time, the family traveled to various locations for Josh's work as a contract firefighter, including: Qatar, Kaua'i, Curacao and now Las Vegas, Nevada.
For the first time in several years, they began to feel settled in one place and comfortable with their family dynamic. Even so, they have longed to serve Christ more fully – more radically. To really live out the Gospel. Kameron's extended family has had experience with international adoption and one sister's family adopted a precious boy with Down Syndrome through Reece's Rainbow, so they have been aware of the plight of orphans, but never felt the go-ahead from God to pursue adoption. Until July 2015 when Kameron read a beautiful blog post about Toby from another adoptive mother who had to leave him behind. The story shattered the world as the Meyers knew it. The entire family knew that Toby belonged with them…each of the five siblings gave strong approval to proceed with a commitment.
That wonderful adoptive mom who wrote the post about Toby included the verse Matthew 13:44: "The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field." The Meyers know that Toby is their hidden treasure. The Lord actually used his Celiac disease to bring him to his forever family! The Meyers have two children with gluten sensitivity issues, so they are well prepared to provide Toby with the gluten free environment he needs! Even gluten sensitivities can be used in the kingdom of heaven!!! And the Meyers are ready to "sell all they have" in pursuit of that wonderful treasure waiting for them. To God be the Glory!
7/11/15—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at tobyourtreasure.blogspot.com
Luke and Jennifer Webster are the proud parents of 5 (soon to be 6!) blessings. Their 3 oldest children are 12, 9, and 6. Their two youngest children, adopted from China in July of 2012, are 4 and 5. The entire family is absolutely thrilled to be bringing home "Simon" who will be their Benjamin. The Webster family stepped out in faith to begin Benjamin's adoption and have seen God's hand in each and every step.
"Simon" is visually impaired and currently resides at a foster home for children with visual impairments. The Websters are not new to children with VI or with special needs in general. Their youngest two children have multiple special needs. Their son, Caleb, has low vision due to a traumatic brain injury and has opened their hearts to children with visual impairments. They look forward to welcoming "Simon" into their home and hearts. The Websters would love for you to follow in their walk to bring Benjamin home.
7/8/15—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at faithwalkingfamily.blogspot.com
Mike and Shannon met in 2005 while working together as singers at a theatre in Savannah, GA. They were married 5 years later, had their first daughter in 2011, and their second in 2012. Both Mike and Shannon have always felt the pull to adopt, separately in their lives, and then surprised when the other also felt that calling.
Through many months of research, they decided on China as the country they would adopt from, and through advocacy, they decided that they were comfortable with the special needs program.
They found the profile of a Chinese boy who was blind and loved music, and were in love with him from the start. He was the same age as their oldest daughter, and he was from the same province as Shannon's distant relatives in China, and shared a birthday with Shannon's only brother. While not believing in signs, but not disbelieving, they requested his file, consulted specialists, and spoke with friends and family about this child. They are confident that he will blend perfectly into their family.
Their oldest daughter has told them numerous times that THIS boy is her brother, long before Mike or Shannon had made a decision. She is excited to teach him how to sing and dance, and hold his hand to teach him to walk around the city. She is also very excited about learning Chinese.
Before submitting for Donnie, however, they decided to wait and see if their agency could find them a second child that would fit their expanding family. In June of 2015, they saw their first video of their one year old little boy who has no special needs. After reviewing his file and talking with their family about this child, they decided that this boy would complete their family. Their children are very excited to have a new baby to take care of!
The Zaller family is excited to expand their family, and is thankful to everyone who has helped them thus far on their journey!
7/6/15—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at thethousandmileblog.wordpress.com
The Laveys are happy to announce their commitment to adopt Ryan, a 5 year old boy from Eastern Europe with Down syndrome. They hope you'll consider partnering with them in their efforts to complete the lengthy and expensive process of adoption and bring Ryan home!
The Lord has blessed Andrew and Mary with 3 biological children and 1 adopted child: Abigail (17), Stephen (15), Lydia (12), and Jonah (4 1/2). Jonah came to our ho me when he was 1 mth old. Jonah has Down syndrome.
Their decision to adopt Ryan is not complete without telling the story of Jonah's adoption. In 2009, the family cared for a foster baby who had Down syndrome. Their time with this precious baby lead them to start thinking about adopting a baby with Down syndrome. They realized Down syndrome was a condition they felt comfortable with and had some knowledge about. They were also made aware of the tremendous amount of resources such as early intervention therapies that are available to a child with Down syndrome. God worked in such amazing ways to bring Jonah to their family in the fall of 2010. They are extra blessed because of the beautiful relationship they continue to have with Jonah's birth family.
Then in the fall of 2014, God started working on their hearts again – only this time instead of domestic adoption, God was pushing them towards international adoption. They "met" Ryan and fell in love and wanted him to be part of their family. Another driving force in their desire to adopt was when God revealed to them this difficult truth: The future for children like Ryan is that even if they are in good orphanages, this is not a substitute in any way for a way for a family. Also, eventually these children will age-out of the orphanage system. They next home for them will be a mental institution. The Laveys want to give Ryan a future with a family who loves him. They long for him to have a place to call home that is not an institution.
They are praying the same prayer for Ryan as they did for Jonah during his adoption process:
"Lord, you alone are [Ryan's] portion and [his] cup; you make [his] lot secure. Let the boundary lines fall for [Ryan] in pleasant places; [and that he could] surely have a delightful inheritance." Psalm 16:5-6
It is the Lavey's desire that their home would be Ryan's "pleasant place".
Follow the family's adoption journey through their blog "His Pleasant Place"
6/30/15—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at hispleasantplace.blogspot.com
Joey and Laura have been married for 31 years and were blessed with three biological children who have all grown up and now have families of their own. In 2012 the couple found themselves experiencing the typical empty nest syndrome but instead of putting together a bucket list and focusing on retirement, they felt like God was calling them to adopt a child. It took a few months to really come to terms with the idea of adoption because of their older age, but once they did God led them to a little boy in Haiti. After several trips to visit their son in his orphanage they were finally able to bring Beaux home with them to Tennessee on Thanksgiving Day, 2013. Life with a preschooler in their home again has been adventurous. Beaux has a great sense of humor, loves life and keeps them laughing!
For the past few months Joey and Laura had been considering adopting another little boy so Beaux would have someone to play with everyday. But then they felt God was leading them to adopt a beautiful little 10 year old girl living in China who has Down Syndrome. You could say it was love at first sight! After much research and consulting with their adult children they decided to start the adoption process to make this special child their daughter.
The Davis' appreciate your prayers and support to bring Noa-Grace home.
6/30/15—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey online at facebook.com/TheRaceforNoaGrace


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I have seen her twice in one day, so it's not my imagination: a nun in full habit, long skirt, looped rosary, veil blowing in the summer breeze. The only slightly anachronistic touch is the backpack slung over one shoulder. I look around for a film crew, wondering if this young woman is in costume for some movie set in the 1950s.
In my childhood, no one would have looked twice at such a figure. Nuns were part of the landscape in those days, at least in the urban northeast where I grew up.
Catholic-school grads tended to stand up straighter, put out their cigarettes, and lose the chewing gum when a sister appeared on the scene. But there were no double-takes. Back then, a habit was conventional. Now, it's almost a radical statement.
Fortysomething years ago, most religious orders of women began to modify and eventually eliminate the habit. Inspired by the reforms of that let-the-fresh-air-in pope, John the 23rd, nuns took a long, hard look at their role in the modern world. For many, the wardrobe was a symbol of the past, quaint but no longer relevant.
The habits, after all, were originally modeled on the contemporary dress of their particular era. The nuns who taught me wore 19th century French widow's attire, clothing that was modest, durable, and unremarkable when the order was founded in 1800. By 1963, it was definitely dated.
One of my old teachers put it this way: "The habit separated us from the people we served."
So they packed away the coifs and veils and scoured resale shops for suits in navy and gray, creating a more egalitarian uniform of serviceable skirts and drip-dry blouses, the discreet cross on a lapel pin. Nothing important had changed, we were told at alumnae gatherings. They were the same nuns.
Well, sort of. The blast of fresh air had blown away more than starched cuffs and antique headgear. Gone was the mystique of effortless perfection and unblemished virtue once ascribed to anyone wearing a habit. These women in secondhand suits suddenly seemed like real, live people with human failings and human limitations.
Like most Catholic girls of my generation, I entertained a brief fantasy of becoming a nun. I imagined myself in a flowing veil, looking a lot like Audrey Hepburn. The habit seemed to underscore the clarity of the vocation. It was all there in black and white: the uncompromising vows, the absence of ambiguity. The narrow gate.
I struggled with the idea of nuns in plainclothes. Priests and ministers who wear clerical garb are approached in airports and baseball stadiums and subway stations by people in need of comfort.
The Missionaries of Charity, Mother Teresa's nuns, serve in the worst slums of the world, places where violent street crime is a daily occurrence. Their simple blue and white saris and veils identify them and, to some extent, may also protect them.
I didn't get to ask the sister I saw why she wears the habit, but I've done a little research. It seems that even as vocations to the religious life dwindle, orders that still wear traditional dress have noted a recent increase in aspirants. One young novice explained in a newspaper interview that she believes the habit makes a statement about the life she has chosen. It doesn't proclaim saintliness or superiority, she said, but rather another way of looking at the journey.
It is visible evidence that this ancient path still winds through the modern world and that all kinds of people—rich, poor, flawed, striving—still choose to follow it.


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PORTLAND —The committee responsible for recommending which local programs and nonprofits get pieces of the city's $2.3 million federal community development funds will meet with City Manager Joseph Gray this week to finalize those choices.
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By Fred W. Baker IIIAmerican Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2007 The departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs have partnered to put in place 10 federal recovery coordinators charged with managing the care of severely injured servicemembers and their families for as long as a lifetime.
Officials from the two departments today signed an agreement outlining the role of the coordinators. These are the first positions of their kind in the military health care system and were put into place in response to recommendations from servicemembers, families and by the President's Commission on Care for America's Returning Wounded Warriors.
"This agreement will help ensure our nation's wounded warriors and their families receive the care they need and deserve at the right time, right place, and by the right person across the continuum from recovery through to their reintegration into their communities," said Michael L. Dominguez, principal deputy undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness, in a news release.
VA will hire the coordinators and hopes to have them on board by January. They will be assigned to either Walter Reed Army Medical Center here; the National Naval Medical Center, in Bethesda, Md.; Brooke Army Medical Center, at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; and Naval Medical Center San Diego. The coordinators are charged with managing all the needs of severely injured servicemembers and their families as the troops move through the recovery and rehabilitation process and return to their communities.
The coordinators will work with only the most seriously injured servicemembers, including those with major amputations, burns, severe traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, spinal cord injury, severe sight or hearing loss, or severe multiple injuries.
The coordinators are expected to carry a case load of about 30 patients each, officials said. Coordinators will meet with the servicemembers and families within days of their admission into the hospital and begin developing an individual recovery plan, said Dr. Lynda Davis, deputy assistant secretary of the Navy for military personnel. She is the Defense Department's lead official for the reform of wounded warrior care, specializing in case management.
"A plan will be developed for them that is patient-centered, family-centered, comprehensive, (and) which will put together all of the resources from the federal, state, and local government and private sectors in one place," Davis said.
The coordinators will act as a hub connecting the servicemembers and families to resources. She said military and family members reported sometimes being confused and overwhelmed by the multitude of support services available.
"(The servicemember) won't have to go looking through a stack of 100 business cards and try to remember who to call and when. It will all be there in one place. And it will change as their goals and healing changes," Davis said.
Recovery coordinators will help with all types of services, medical or otherwise. Coordination could include ensuring that families have travel orders and housing arrangements when they arrive at the hospital to be with the servicemember. Or it could include helping to find a home through a community volunteer organization for family pets while a family is at the hospital, Davis said.
"There is a variety of needs that we find don't have anything to do with medical care, and there are a lot of people who want to help. It's just making sure that they are appropriately connected to the family in the right way and at the right time," Davis said.
Also, Davis said, families complained they were often lost in the gaps of transitioning from one stage of care to the other, such as when patients change hospitals for more specialized care, leave the service and transition to veteran status, or when they return to their communities and start to reshape their lives. Recovery coordinators will predict those transition points and help prepare families so there are no gaps in care or benefits, she said.
Coordinating care for the veterans could last a lifetime, Davis said. "(Coordinators) say goodbye when that veteran says, 'I don't need you any more,'" Davis said.
Kristin Day, the chief consultant with VA's newly established Care Management and Social Work Service, said the coordinators will have the clout and connections to work out any problems with the system that servicemembers and families face.
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The VA may hire more coordinators later, depending on the workload, she said. "We're taking a learning approach to developing this program. This is a new approach to care. It goes beyond health care and assists the person with all of their life needs," Day said. "During the first six months, we're going to be doing extensive evaluation to make sure we are meeting our customers' needs and that we are providing the services as they need them."


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Look, this one isn't close, on any level. Whatever anyone might think of the Carpenter's sometimes goopy arrangements and inherent sentimentality, it's absurd to deny the quality of their work overall -- the richness of Karen's voice, the usually sturdy and finely crafted songs, the precise and heartfelt execution.
Mannheim Steamroller is heartless crap, through and through! Devoid of creativity, meaning, taste -- nothing redeeming about it whatsoever! Chip Davis is not an artist, he's merely an entrepreneur.
Royisroy is right that Karen Carpenter's exquisite instrument might have been put to better use. But "edge" is entirely beside the point. The Carpenters were the last stand against "edge," the well-scrubbed, soft-focus upholders of a mainstream pop aesthetic and a set of cultural attitudes that were being pushed off stage by the edge-loving counterculture.
But back to the comparative framework of this discussion: Try listening to Mannheim Steamroller. You won't have the disappointment you might with the Carpenters -- that feeling that, given the available tools, the music really should be better. What you'll have instead is the soul-sucking, soul-sickening experience of utter vacuity.
Mr. White,
You are so horribly wrongheaded on this question that I believe I'll have to move my desk farther away and henceforth pretend not to know you.
Though it pains me to suggest that my good friend and colleague Bob Hicks could be wrong about anything, it pains me even more to see my old school referred to as "Washington-Monroe." Save for a few years in its dotage it was -- and forever in memory should be -- Washington.
Of course, I'm sure Bob's spot on about everything else!
I think it's very (very!) widely recognized that Portland has a great music scene these days. I'm not sure what in my Satyricon article gave you the impression that I felt otherwise. Part of my point was that the current flowering of music here owes much to the work Satyricon (and those who played there and/or frequented the club) did to till and enrich the soil of a creative, open-minded DIY aesthetic.
No downing of the scene intended, only upping!
I could be wrong on this -- as on so many things -- but '86 seems awfully late for an Unreal Gods gig. Perhaps there was some sort of reunion show in Rancher's later days, but he'd moved on to a sort of faux-reggae band, Flesh and Blood, a few years before that.
A small house fire is comparatively speaking of less significance than, say, a murder spree. Does that thereby disqualify the house fire as news?
I don't believe that the proper definition of a "puff piece" has much to do with how much the subject might interest a given individual reader (that is to say, you).
In any case, the announcement that a leader of one of the city's most prominent cultural institutions is leaving the company seems to me to be worthy of note. It is a development; that is, news.
As for the financing of the Armory renovation, it is not news in the same sense of a recent development. The structure of the deal was reported many years ago (long before I was involved with theater coverage for the paper) and actual incidences of progress since that time have been reported. When deadlines for repayment are imminent, further examination will be warranted.
To suggest that a thorough accounting and recap of the financing arrangement is a necessary component to a short news item about a staff departure seems to me a very strange notion. And my point about how "well" the Armory fund is doing on the debt was, I thought, clear: That can be stated as a numerical matter, the dollar amount needed and the time left to acquire it. Any other evaluation is largely a matter of opinion. We might try to find out how long it took other building campaigns to raise X dollars, but the many variables of finance agreements, donors, economic climate, etc. never will be quite comparable.
Perhaps its necessary to know exactly what you mean by "delve" and why you believe it needs to be done at this particular time.
I thought a Puff piece meant an article about Sean Combs.
In any case, steavis, you've spurred me to a bit more about that debt issue, which can be read here:
I can't tell you whether there were occasional performances here prior to the formation of Portland Taiko, but the founders of that group returned as guest performers last year. They talked about the origins of the company in this interview:
I especially like the brief shot of the bored (or perhaps just pessimistic) dog in the shop.
"This attention is all that they desire."
Thanks for the factual determination. Research sociology, or mind reading?
This is a good point and an interesting argument here, yet, I think, an insufficient one. And I'll admit that my own argument was truncated, being merely a tag on an account of the various strains of previous comment.
But the point I was trying to make isn't that child abduction and graffiti are equivalent crimes. Nor would I be deny that public attention likely plays some part in the motivation toward graffiti (though zod's thorough discounting of the process of doing the art or tag or whatever you want to call it strikes me as a tad presumptuous).
My point is that many commenters were making an old and spurious argument. The argument, essentially, is that the mention or presentation of a subject -- in a newspaper, a hip-hop lyric, a movie, what have you -- necessarily "supports," "legitimizes" or (the gold-standard accusation) "glorifies" said subject. That's simply a twisted and unsupportable presumption, one that attempts not only to deny the possibility of nuance and complexity in how subjects can be addressed, but to stifle discussion in general.
In the case of graffiti, even if we could establish that the attention of others was the sole or at least primary motivation, how would that justify banishing the subject from public discussion? Where would one draw the line? No mentions in electronic or print media? How about social networking sites? Chat around the office water cooler? Because zod believes graffiti is bad and must be starved of attention, the rest of us are to pretend that it doesn't exist? What about the argument that graffiti is criminal but public discussion of the issue is vital to find a long-term solution? Are we to believe that if we simply ignore it, it will go away?
There may well be perfectly valid complaints to be leveled about The Oregonian's Banksy story in terms of news priorities or what-have-you. But to my mind, the complaint that to acknowledge the existence of graffiti artists is to aid and abet them is the sloppy argument.
Right you are, sir (or ma'am -- it's hard to tell with commenter handles).
You just happened to hit upon one of my "automatic contempt" triggers there with Sylvester Stallone. As for Sammy Hagar, he's just someone I can't see taking at all seriously. (Though I do hear he sells a fine tequila.)
Perhaps we can both agree that it's a good thing I'm not wanton enough with words that I go around referring to run-of-the-mill pop-culture demi-celebs as "icons." That's when you'll know it's time to shoot me.
OK. I'll accept the accusation that the use of the term "all-star" could be tantamount to hype, but point out that 1) it wasn't exactly a super-serious sales job on a 50-foot billboard but rather a very casual bit of shorthand, 2) it quite clearly, I think, was used in the context of the local performance scene, and 3) seriously -- Spammy Hagar? Those moronic action-flick hacks from "The Expendables"??
I like Satriani alright, but if the rest of those clowns are going to be held as exemplars of any kind of standard of excellence, this discussion has strayed too far into alien terrain for me.
OK. I'll accept the accusation that the use of the term "all-star" could be tantamount to hype, but point out that 1) it wasn't exactly a super-serious sales job on a 50-foot billboard but rather a very casual bit of shorthand, 2) it quite clearly, I think, was used in the context of the local performance scene, and 3) seriously -- Spammy Hagar? Those moronic action-flick hacks from "The Expendables"??
I like Satriani alright, but if the rest of those clowns are going to be held as exemplars of any kind of standard of excellence, this discussion has strayed too far into alien terrain for me.
It's simple: Perform in public, be funny, earn the respect of theater- and comedy-scene peers, attract the attention of scribes who use phrases such as "all-star" as lazy shorthand for actors of such notable and varied accomplishment!
And while we're noting theatrical events to look forward to, I believe there's a piece being devised especially for next year's Oregon Shakespeare Festival by Michael Rohd and Shannon Scrofano, in collaboration with some of that company's fine actors.
You are most welcome!
Apparently you've not read my reviews previously, or else this would have been no news to you.
Certainly the event was crowded and, for a time, wild. But I'd say "disaster" is an interesting take: Based on what criterion? The expectation of convenience? To say they treated their customers like cattle is to assert that they forced folks into those lines. That folks acted like a stampeding herd to begin with hardly is the festival's fault.
(I also find it a very strange impulse -- one I've seen time and again over the years -- to accuse me of not being at event, simply because I interpreted the experience differently?)
Anyone has the right to complain, I suppose, but to expect OSF to have more space than what the lot provides -- for a one-time only sale that it is under no obligation to hold in the first place -- strikes me as unreasonable. The number of stations accepting money was related, at least in part, to the layout of the space. And how else was the event to have been organized? Letting buyers in one at a time? Make folks take longer to make their decisions before getting into the checkout line (which, at the rate things were being scooped up, would've needed 50 cashiers to keep pace).
To my mind, the way to do it would be to have a sale strictly for those with a demonstrable affiliation with a performing group or educational institution. Then, whatever else might be left could be fought over by those who simply want something traipse around in for Halloween.
In any case, the crowding was not unsafe, and lots of people scored great bargains on one-of-kind items. Some folks will even put the items to good creative use.
If there were workers being rude or abusive somehow, that's a valid issue. But I was there for three hours or so and didn't see or hear anything that would qualify.
I'd be curious to know where those reports are coming from and what they say. Especially since there were no "vendors" or "sales people." There were a few OSF employees and several other volunteers who checked the tags and took the money. What opportunity any of these folks could have had to be pushy while working the checkout line is a puzzlement.


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Floyd Raymond Branham age 85 of Edmonton died Monday, August 6, 2012 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. He was the son of the late Francis and Bertie McIntyre Branham. He was retired from the Edmonton Toll Plaza, member of the Cedar Flat Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and former member of the Edmonton Quartet.
He is survived by his wife Betty Shaw Branham, Two daughters.Judy Brown and husband Darrell of Edmonton. June and husband Steve Bennett of Columbia.One brother Al Branham of Glasgow. Three grandchildren, Casey (Josh) Harlow of Glasgow, Jacob (Amanda) Brown of Edmonton and Carrie (Jason) Roundtree of Horse Cave. One great grandchild Autumn Grace Harlow.
Besides his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters. Henry, Otha Ray, and Eldon Branham. Beulah Coffey, Ruby Lair, Ina Grace Hurt and Clarice Boone.
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The American Red Cross is once again heading back to Elbert County hoping for blood donations.
American Red Cross Donor Recruitment Manager Janet Jarrett says the summer months are a tough time to maintain a healthy blood supply.
She says this summer has not been an exception.
"About twenty to twenty-five percent of our state's blood supply is collected at high school and college blood drives", explained Jarrett. "When they are not in session or short summer session, it is far more difficult to collect the blood that we need for hospitals."
Jarrett says it normally takes forty-five minutes to an hour to donate blood for most people.
"Most of the process is involved with your health history screening", said Jarrett. "We take your temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and make sure you are feeling okay. Donating only takes about five to ten minutes. The remaining time is spent recovering before being released.
Healthy donors can give blood every fifty-six days or eight weeks.
Three blood drives are planned to take place in Elbert County for the month of August.
The first of which takes place on Monday at the First United Methodist Church of Elberton at 12:00pm and lasting until 6:00pm.
The Red Cross will be back in town on Tuesday at Rehoboth Baptist Church in Bowman beginning at 2:00pm to receive donations.
Another drive is planned to take place towards the end of the month at First Baptist Church in Elberton.


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You write 'find me' when no one is seeking
and sit in silence when you are speaking.
We can't erase the memories
and it was a waste of energies.
You're ready to ask when it's the wrong question.
You know what to say but you forget the confession.
We can't erase the blame
and it was a waste of blame.
You wait for whatever judgment will pass,
and sit collecting dust displayed behind glass.
We can't erase memories of her command
and night by night they stay this hand.
Your heart blooms hope when words were ill spoke
and you laugh along, forgetting you are the joke.
We can't erase what's said and cope.
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Here is a small list of available products and their recommended retail prices.
- Nuvo Pico 4g White or Black – £149
- Nuvo Nano 8g – £199
- Nuvo Nano 16g White or Black – £349
- Nuvo Micro 30g White or Black – £299 ( light sold separately )
- Nuvo Mini 38g White or Black – £399 ( light sold separately )
- SkimMate Protien skimmer 16g – £99 / 60g – £129
For more details and information on the Innovative Marine products, head over to their website.


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Jose Macario - Taco Groove (8-string guitar)
Sorry for the 'wrong' instrument - but I think many will get something out of listening to/watching this video.
This link was posted on a facebook guitar group a few days ago.
The guy in the video uses an 8-string guitar by Strandberg (Sweden) and is mixing up various playing techniques. (Very cool and sophisticated guitar design BTW, I checked out a few Strandberg guitars at last year's Frankfurt Musikmesse. Lightweight, innovative neck profile, headless design = small overall size, fanned frets - super easy playability.) That's fresh and groovy approach to playing 8-strings as compared to the usual low riffing/hi-gain sounds. I tried to emulate this sound on a 7-string of mine - with very modest results so far ;-) Will continue to steal some ideas/parts here and there from that video.
Strangely, I don't really miss any drums or other instruments for that particular playing style. What do you think?
Re: Jose Macario - Taco Groove (8-string guitar)
That was sweet! Thanks for sharing that, I definitely enjoyed it.
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The elections for Senior Class President are officially over. And ladies and gentlemen, we have a winner.
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Have a look at the first Valencia Orange F31 3 Series Touring M Sport on F30POST. One eye catching wagon.
Watch the beautiful BMW 3 Series 330d touring (F31) M Sport model in motion.
You've seen plenty of images of the 2013 3 Series Touring (F31), now have a gander at how it looks compared to its predecessor – the E91 3 Series Touring, in some side-by-side comparison photos.
Both look great in our opinion and they both look like fresh designs to our eyes. To a person who has never seen either car, it may indeed be difficult to guess as to which is the newer/older design.
Although not full hi-res images, BMW has posted on its facebook page the first photos of M Performance Parts fitted on the F31 3 Series Touring and F11 5 Series Touring.
As expected, both the F31 and F11 generally share the M Performance Parts from the sedan versions – including black kidney grilles, front bumper splitters (carbon fiber for the F11), carbon fiber mirror caps, rear diffuser, side skirt trim, M Performance brakes, M Performance exhaust system and 20″ wheels (different styles for the F31 and F11).… CONTINUED
We recently reported on the F31 3 series touring hitting dealership floors, which meant that deliveries were not far behind. The first F31 deliveries are now underway and here is our very first F31 touring owner. This F30POST member just brought home a Mineral Grey F31 320d M Sport. Congrats to him and all our soon-to-be F31 drivers!
First videos of the 2013 BMW 3 Series Touring (F31) have been posted in our official F31 thread. Check out the 3 series touring in driving action, exterior walkaround, interior review, and a trunk demonstration.
Check out (download) the full F31 3 Series Touring / Wagon catalog brochure featuring 59 pages of glossy F31 goodness, covering all aspects of the newest 3 Series wagon.
We are attending the world press launch drives of the F31 3 series touring, M135i, Activehybrid 3 and F21 1 Series hatchback, where the 3 Series Touring M Sport has been officially shown for the first time, in Estoril Blue II. We bring you a photo gallery inside.
The BMW 3 Series Touring first drives are underway. Here are a few of the first reactions to the F31 touring model.
The F31 3 Series Touring international press launch is underway in Germany and we bring you new photo galleries of the attractive 3 series wagon.
The new edition of the BMW 3 Series Touring [official info thread] makes its mark in the premium sports estate segment with its hallmark BMW dynamic prowess, enhanced practicality and versatility, and a range of standard equipment features assembled to meet the challenges of everyday life. Its larger interior is extremely versatile and designed to adapt to everything its customers' … CONTINUED
The 2013 BMW 3 Series Touring (F31) had its online reveal 3 weeks ago and has just had its world premiere today at the 2012 AMI show.
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Compared to E91 3 Series Touring:
1.46 in (37mm) wider front track
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3.66 in (97mm) longer
1.96 in (50mm) longer wheelbase
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The recently revealed 2013 F31 3 Series touring is set to make its world public debut this week at the 2012 AMI (Auto Mobil International) auto show in Leipzig, Germany 2012.
And although we've already posted some great looks at the F31 M Sport test mules, we're hoping to see the M Sport model fully revealed at the AMI show. Whether it does or not however, here is a first look at a beautiful fully revealed production F31 3 Series touring with M Sport package, in Estoril … CONTINUED
Its now official, after all the speculation and spyshots, BMW makes the touring (thats wagon to you and I in the US) official. Based on the already successful 5th generation 3-Series, this car successfully merges the beauty and cutting edge style of the F30 3-Series in a new touring package. Click to read more and see all our wallpapers now
This isn't our first sighting of the F31 3 Series Touring M Sport, but it's the best look yet at the F31 in beautiful Estoril Blue II and M Sport package.
The camouflage tape remains a formality since the F30 3 series sedan M Sport has already been revealed. The F31 touring will share the same front and rear bumpers/diffusers and sideskirts. What's missing from the test cars so far are the M Sport wheels (Style 400M 18″ or 403M 19″) and M Sport brakes (more info).
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We bring you the first ever track footage of the F31 touring. These F31 3 Series Touring Sport Line models were spotted just this week getting in some test laps at the Nurburgring. It won't be long now until the F31 reveal (though not much is left camouflaged) so these are the last stages of development being conducted. Despite the extra hatch that the F31 carries, it looks quite nimble handling the challenges of the Nurburgring.
The F31 touring is confirmed to be making a return to … CONTINUED
The 3 Series Li Long Wheelbase model has just premiered in China (for the Chinese market only), so the next 3 series variant to be introduced will be the F31 touring wagon. We expect it to make its debut at the AMI auto show in Leipzig, Germany in early June.
Seen here are FEP (final evaluation phase) F31 Sport Line and a F31 Luxury Line models being put through the paces on the Nurburgring.
To repeat, the F31 touring is confirmed to be making a return to the … CONTINUED
Wagon fans should be smitten over this one. We've spied for the first time the F31 3 series touring in M Sport form, in the stunning Estoril Blue II color.
The camouflage remains a formality at this point since the F30 3 series sedan M Sport has already been revealed and the F31 touring will share the same front and rear bumpers/diffusers and sideskirts.
What's missing from this test car are the M Sport wheels and brakes.
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The following recipes are from the Cooking with Zucchini and Cooking with Eggplants and Butternut Squash Workshops that were sponsored by the Sumter County Cooperative Extension Office.
Zucchini Nut Bread
3 cups flour
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup oil
1 tsp vanilla
2 cups grated zucchini
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 tsp flour
Beat eggs, add sugar and oil. Add vanilla and dry ingredients. Blend well. Stir in zucchini. Toss walnuts with 1 tablespoon flour; stir into batter. Pour into 2 greased loaf pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Cool in pan for 10 minutes then remove to wire rack.
Zucchini Raisin Oatmeal Cookies
1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup honey
1 egg
2 cups flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup grated zucchini
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup raisins
Cream margarine with honey. Add egg and beat well. Combine dry ingredients. Add flour mixture alternately with zucchini to egg mixture. Stir in oats and raisins. Drop by teaspoons onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 – 12 minutes.
Zucchini Skillet Medley
1/4 cup cooking oil
2/3 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
4 cups unpared zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 tomatoes, cut into eighths
1/2 cup green pepper strips
1/2 cup shredded pared carrots
1-8oz. Can tomato sauce
2 tsp yellow mustard
1/4 tsp dried basil leaves
2/3tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add celery onions and garlic. Saute until tender. Add zucchini, tomatoes, green peppers, and carrots. Saute 10 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
Eggplant Parmesan
1 large eggplant, sliced
1 egg
2 tbsp milk
Dried Italian breadcrumbs
Cooking spray
2 cups Ragu Spaghetti sauce (any flavor)
6 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lb shredded mozzarella cheese
Beat together egg and milk. Spray cookie sheet and set aside. Dip eggplant slices in egg mixture and coat with breadcrumbs. Place on cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, turning once after 15 minutes. Place a layer of sauce in casserole dish, layer of eggplant, layer of sauce, parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Repeat layers. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.
Butternut Squash Crisp
3 eggs
3 cups cooked butternut squash, mashed
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup margarine
Beat eggs until lemon colored. Mix together remaining ingredients. Place mixture in buttered baking dish and bake at 400 degrees until set (about 20 minutes). Remove from oven and cover with topping.
1/2 stick margarine
3 cups crushed cornflakes
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Mix all ingredients well. Cover butternut squash with topping and return to oven. Continue baking another 10 to 15 minutes.


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Loom Knitting Stitches An Easy to Follow Guide
I am always researching loom knitting stitches to put together a comprehensive list. While online I bumped into a guide in a downloadable pdf format. It was written by Isela Phelps, author of "Loom Knitting Primer", Amazon's best-selling loom knitting book, pattern designer, online moderator and blogger. If you like to loom knit you know that this lady is a loom knitting genius.
She is also generous and in her generosity she has given us loom knitters the gift of this great resource. I can't believe it's free! It has such easy to read instructions. Personally I love the diagrams of the stitches which I can follow so much easier than a written list of rules. This list can be used for any project you might have in mind from hats to scarves, socks to sweaters. They are all are awesome!
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The guide is in a pdf format so you can easily print and keep a hard copy. Like having your own free book. I put mine in plastic page protectors so that I could share it with my students. If you don't have the ability to download in this format there is a free software download available through Adobe. If you need this: Click Here and look for the Reader. If not, just lick the picture of the cover below the list of stitches for a link.
The stitches included in this Loom Knitting Stitches Guide are:
Box , Basket-weave , Diagonal Rib
Double Moss , Garter , Moss / Seed, Rib, Zig-Zag
For MORE Stitches that are NOT Part of the Guide…..
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Start using the loom knitting stitches guide with these great books by the author.
You'll learn how to make some really awesome stuff. The stitch guide gives you a head start on a lot of the patterns. The books that say " LOOK INSIDE", give you a sneak peek of the content and what kinds of projects you can expect to find. I have great appreciation for this feature because not every list of projects is for everyone.
All the books are not just great pattern resources but also great for loom knitting stitches. I am a huge fan of the Loom Knitting Socks book for this exact reason. I don't enjoy knitting socks maybe it's because I haven't made enough of them or maybe it's because I have made enough of them. I can't exactly decide but I do love interesting stitches especially for hats, scarves and squares and this book is chuck-full of them.
Name of Stitches you've always wanted. Am sure that like me everybody has had a stitch they wanted to learn but couldn't ask for help because they didn't know the name. I have seen so many beautiful hats and scarfs where the knitter just takes a picture but never tells you Anything about how to make the darn thing. If they would at a least give you the name of stitches you would be one step closer.
Note that this list was compiled for needle knitters but it can be of great use to us loom knitters because although the technique may be different if it looks like a rib stitch in a needle knitters photo gallery – it will most likely look like a rib stitch in the loom knitters photo gallery. In other words Loom Knitting Stitches made be done differently from those that have been done with needles but the end product generally looks the same. I hope you can understand what I mean.
Well while trying to translate a stitch from Spanish to English I pumped into this website called Knittingfool.com. WOW.
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Lewis Taaffe header gives Histon morale-boosting victory over Bradford Park Avenue
Posted: December 23, 2013|
The jubilant scenes that greeted the final whistle after Histon's hard-fought win over Bradford Park Avenue have been a long time coming and were a welcome sight for the home fans who had been starved of success at the Glass World for far too long.
Lewis Taaffe's second-half goal was enough to make the difference and, appropriately enough with the festive fixture schedule almost upon us, it brought to mind last year's Boxing Day victory over Bishop's Stortford when Brian Page and Nacer Relizani celebrated their first win since taking over the first team from Dennis Greene.
Histon are in a far better position than they were 12 months ago and Saturday's win moved the team into 16th place.
It also ended a miserable run of four straight defeats and marked their first victory in eight matches.
"We deserved that," said manager Page. "We've shown that we're not just a side that can play and create chances with good passing football.
"We're a side that if need be can really dig it out. The front three worked extremely hard, tracked back and put pressure on their ball coming forward. As a team we thoroughly deserved to win."
Page's young side have already shown this season that they can roll their sleeves up and dig in but after the run of results they had had, Saturday's encounter was a timely reminder of the team's character and spirit.
They did not get off to the best of starts but they were not helped by the overzealous refereeing of Anthony Serrano who blew his whistle at any sign of physical contact, preventing either team from finding their rhythm.
A lack of quality finishing has been an ongoing problem for Histon this season and for a while it looked as though it would continue to harm their chances of success.
Whether it was Remy Clerima's unchallenged header from a corner that flew yards over the bar or Michael Clunan's shot that actually went out for a throw-in, the final ball was again lacking in quality.
An injury to goalkeeper Calum Kitscha midway through the first period, caused after a late challenge by Paul Beesley, was one of the main talking points of a disappointing half.
Page was incensed by Beesley's challenge and accused the forward of stamping on Kitscha's knee.
"I never dig people out but how their player is still on the pitch, I don't know," he said.
"Calum has got the ball in his hands and he's gone and stamped on his knee. It's disgraceful, poor Calum can hardly stand.
"He's gone out there on one leg and made a couple of good saves. He couldn't kick and it meant we were going to be under the cosh."
Histon had the wind against them in the second half but they took the game to Bradford almost straight after the restart.
Jay Dowie had a shot deflected wide and hit a speculative effort that bounced off the back of the crossbar. While at the other end, the visitors showed some decent attacking intent with only a last-second intervention from Clerima denying Alex Davidson a clear shot on goal.
The attacking quality that Histon have been craving finally arrived in the 64th minute.
Charlie Day was played in down the right and with time and space delivered a superb cross towards Taaffe who directed a looping header into the top corner.
Bradford came back strongly, with Richard Marshall hitting the post from long range and Beesley heading wide but Histon deservedly held on.


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