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• Do some dus...and some CX...and some tandem gravel...and some podiums...
• PRs
• 130#s (or less)
The voice of mile 18
I've got a fever...
On your deathbed, you won't wish that you'd spent more time at the office. But you will wish that you'd spent more time running. Because if you had, you wouldn't be on your deathbed.
... had, um, several Blue Moons. danced like an idiot.
Rum and hot cocoa is yummy.
reduced calorie mug o' boozy goodness!
Is that quoting in agreement? Oh, and it was the no-sugar-added hot cocoa (sweetened with Splenda), so it was even a reduced calorie mug o' boozy goodness!
BTW, Splenda means the booze goes to your head quicker, 'cuz there aren't any darn sugar moelcules to get in the way of the alcohol. Better living through chemistry.


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A nice image lacluna, but I'm guessing sanfranguy would consider the subject too, shall we say, mature. Based on this gallery, he's more likely to include models who look like preteens. Some guys like that look, but it isn't my cup of tea.
- Heretic
Excuse me?
The running theme in this collection is not young girls, but beauty.
Some of the featured girls are younger women, but they're certainly not pre-teen.
If you want to implicate me for some sort of ill-intention or perversity, I suggest you address me in person and not backhandedly as you have done so here.
My apologies, sanfranguy; I had not meant to imply some perverse interest in children. I have no doubt the young women featured here are of age. I did observe, however, that while beauty is the theme here, the kind of beauty featured here strongly resembles that which emphasizes physical youth of a kind uncommon beyond a certain stage in a woman's physical development.
Was I incorrect or mistaken? Would the image lacluna linked to fit with this vision of beauty? As I said, I feel that model's appearance is inconsistent with the vision of beauty represented in this collection.
If you found my choice of words insulting, that was not my intent. I'm not the sort of person to "backhand" any sort of statement, whether online or face to face. Kindly bank your anger and enlighten me, if you are so inclined, as to the of your artistic vision if my perception of it is inconsistent with your intent.
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Spontaneous autoresuscitation in a model of respiratory control.Conference proceedings : ... Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. ConferenceVol. 2012 (2012) pp. 6669-72
AbstractWe introduce a closed-loop model of respiratory control incorporating a conductance-based central pattern generator (CPG), low-pass filtering of CPG output by the respiratory musculature, gas exchange in the lung, metabolic oxygen demand, and chemosensation. The CPG incorporates Butera, Rinzel and Smith (BRS)'s (1999) conditional pacemaker model. BRS model cells can support quiescent, bursting, or beating activity depending on the level of excitatory drive; we identify these activity modes with apnea (cessation of breathing), eupnea (normal breathing), and tachypnea (excessively rapid breathing). We demonstrate the coexistence of two dynamically stable behaviors in the closed-loop model, corresponding respectively to eupnea and tachypnea. The latter state represents a novel failure mode within a respiratory control model. In addition, the closed-loop system exhibits a form of autoresuscitation: conductances intrinsic to the BRS model buffer the CPG against brief episodes of hypoxia, steering the system away from catastrophic collapse as can occur with tachypnea.


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We've updated the classic sling with a new favorite from our pattern library. Bold and bright, our all-weather fabric can withstand the elements in style, season after season. The frame? Sleek and simple, and it just gets better with time. As the teak develops its signature silvery look, your chair will take on more and more character – giving your home the wonderful warmth of something well-aged. In lively shades of aqua, turquoise, poppy and black.
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I seem to be obsessed with this stitch at the moment.
I love sewing on my little Activa 135S but it doesn't have the lightening bolt stitch on it. This is my favourite machine ever and I just wish it had that one more stitch. I like the narrow feet and the small stitch width.
I have a Brother bought cheaply that is okay but does have this stitch and I am using it for stretch seams. The Brother is not my favourite machine but is lightweight and was bought for classes. It doesn't have a needle threader and more annoyingly the stitch is only adjustable slightly ever 0.5 which annoys me. I would love an excuse to sell that Brother if I could pick up a second hand activa or something with that lightening bolt stitch.
Anyone who haves an older Bernina with this stitch please list your model numbers.
------My machines; Bernina 135S, Brother JK 4000,
Bernina calls it the super stretch stitch.
------"The problem is not that there are problems. The problem is expecting otherwise and thinking that having problems is a problem." Theodore Rubin
"Life isn't about finding yourself. Life's about creating yourself." George Bernard Shaw
Dan 9:24-27
Bernina vintage and computerized, Bernina and BL sergers , BLcoverstitch (a stray Pfaff and Viking followed me home too)
PM Gothdom. If anyone would know, it would be her. I think she has nearly every model of sewing machine ever made. She has all the mechanical Berninas and some of the electronic ones.
This is a link to her website.
She has a new son, so the website might get her attention faster than PR. She is not on PR much since her son was born. Way too busy.
------Bernina 630, Bernina embroidery module, Pfaff 2036, Bernina 1200DA serger, Unique Sewing Cabinet 450L
This blogpost discusses how to use theLightning Bolt Stitch, but more importantly, she shows where it's located on her bernina sewing machine and which pictogram is associated with it.
On most bernina machines, including the machine you already have, it's stitch 9.
SMAD averted?
(The patchworkedition 135 might have omitted it. Nevertheless, the activa 125 and the activa 210, both extremely basic machines, have it) -- Edited on 4/18/13 2:10 PM --
------Bernina B330
Feet: 1,2,3,3A,4,5,7,8,10,13,16,18,20, 29,32,35,37,50,64,70,71,82,85,86, 92
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It's possible that it was introduced around 2000-- i.e. the 1x5 activa generation. -- Edited on 4/18/13 3:38 PM --
Argh, the Bernina website only shows stitches 11 on up on the 350PE which is what I have. I'm thinking that surely it or even the 330 should have that stitch. I'm at work and can't look at mine.
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When life gives you green velvet curtains, make a green velvet dress.
It's not possible for a mechanical machine to make this stitch as it requires the feed to stop completely after every other stitch � something a cam would not be able to do. It would only be on computerized models.
Thanks for the reply I forget mine has the PE after the 135 so my stitch nine is a blanket stitch.
I sadly don't have the super stretch or the stretch overlock stitch.
I have a 180 that has that stitch. I agree, it is a very useful stitch. Mine is stitch #11. -- Edited on 4/18/13 4:54 PM --
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Confidence concerns linger in wake of impasse
October 17, 2013
New York--While the shutdown is officially over and the government has, at least temporarily, agreed on financing going forward, the effect of the fiscal fight on consumer confidence didn't dissipate with Congress' near-midnight vote.
Jewelers, like many other retailers, are concerned that this latest government loggerhead, coming only a little more than two months before the all-important holiday season, will impact consumers' mindset about spending money.
Two retailers with stores in the Washington area, ground zero for the 16-day federal furlough, said their clients weren't directly impacted by the shutdown, which began Oct. 1 and ended Thursday.
But retailer Jim Rosenheim, owner of Tiny Jewel Box in Washington, said customers missing a few paychecks is not the issue. The issue is the psychological impact on consumers; incidences like this latest government meltdown can make them frustrated and nervous.
That is not good for business, especially 68 days before Christmas.
Rosenheim, however, stops short of labeling himself a nervous business owner. "I wouldn't say nervous. I would say a little uneasy. I can't believe our elected officials would actually jeopardize the economy in this country and elsewhere, playing these political games," he says. "To play winner-gets-all with the economy, (with) everybody's situation possibly affected by this, this is not what we elected these people to do.
"It's scary that for political reasons people would take us up to the edge."
Although his store is geographically far removed from Washington, Bill Longnecker, who owns Longnecker Jewelers in McCook, Neb., expressed concerns similar to those voiced by Rosenheim.
He says the clientele in his extremely politically conservative area have grave concerns about the national debt and what they perceive as out-of-control government spending. It makes them hesitant to spend because they are unsure about the country's long-term future.
"People are really reserved about going into debt on their credit cards," Longnecker says. "You can hear it. There's nervousness. You can tell they are really holding back because of how they feel about the future."
Jim DeNatale, of DeNatale Jewelers in New York, also has a "strong fear" the government's problems will cause consumers to spend less this holiday season. "They've already caused doubt in people's minds (as to whether) they know what they are doing or that the country's going to run smoothly in the future," he says.
Retailers' concerns over decreased consumer confidence in the wake of the federal shutdown and debt limit debate seem warranted.
The Gallup poll for the week of Oct. 8 showed the steepest drop in Americans' confidence in the economy since the collapse of Lehman Brothers in September 2008, with Gallup noting that "fiscal brinkmanship in Washington" has played a role in many of the big week-to-week drops in Americans' economic confidence since 2008.
The following week's poll showed continuing erosion in consumers' view of the U.S. economy, with the Gallup Economic Confidence Index dropping five points week-to-week following a 12-point slide the prior week.
Still, there are some jewelers who say consumers are immune to the government's squabbling at this point--the country, after all, made it through a similar debt-ceiling debate just two summers ago--don't feel it really impacts their daily lives or, simply, won't be giving this October faceoff much of a thought by the time the holiday shopping season is in full swing.
"People have a short attention span," says Jonathan Mervis of Mervis Diamond Importers, a Washington-area retailer. "Hopefully, they won't care about this by mid-November and December."
He says overall his clientele, including those who are federal government employees, weren't too adversely affected by the shutdown. They are generally in good-paying jobs, conservative with their money and don't live paycheck-to-paycheck so missing a few paydays was not devastating for them.
He also says that the fact that we've been here before plays a factor in consumers not totally losing their desire to shop.
"People are more resilient post-recession," Mervis says. "They realize they are going to survive and that the sky didn't fall.
"I think people will be OK."
Jeweler Kelly Newton agrees that some, not all, of his customers do have some degree of immunity to the political quagmire that continues to dominate the headlines, and notes that his business has not been at all impacted by the impasse. He said his store Newton's Jewelers, located in Fort Smith, Ark., has only gotten busier over the past few weeks.
"A lot of our customers are sick and tired of hearing it. It's just business as usual. They think that's all that happens in Washington anymore so they are not surprised. They are getting kind of used to all the battles," he says.
That being said, Newton still thinks it is conceivable that the problems will shake consumer confidence for the season, so much so that he's mentally preparing himself for a Christmas that could be slower than expected.
"Mentally, I am ready for it to fall off," he says. "I am just preparing myself in case it does."


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Great Basin Naturalists Environmental Science Camp?s Spring Break camp runs from April 8-12 at the Galena Creek Visitor Center, for children ages 8-12.
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Spring break for most Washoe County students is next week. Parents looking for something for the kids can do during spring break can check out our online camps database at RGJ.com/camps.
Several camps are offered, including performing arts and acting, baseball, volleyball, science, drawing, basketball, computer programming, ...


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Experienced world travelers are unanimously enthusiastic about Bhutan. Everything here is different, intriguing, serene, and peaceful. From the moment you emerge from your thrilling flight into the high Paro Valley, you will find validation for the King's claim that his traditional Buddhist nation values GNH - Gross National Happiness - above material wealth.
In six days, focus on the beauty, culture, and charm of the two most famous towns in Bhutan -- Paro and Thimphu, the capital. A few steps off the road, find yourself in a 12th century monastery or a never-logged hemlock forest. Visit markets, artisans, archery tournaments, schools, farms, and whatever else piques your interest. Your Bhutanese Journeys guide will help you define your experience. We are ready to make these six days count among the most unique and inspiring days of your traveling life. We're also ready to make your trip longer; ask about our array of fascinating extensions.
- Day 1: paro/thimphuBhutanese architecture
Fly into Paro, enjoying extraordinary views of the Himalayas (arrival dates into Paro may vary according to city of origin). The landing in Paro is dramatic, on the single runway at the bottom of a long valley with snowy peaks on either side. Drive about an hour to Thimphu and savor the serenity of Bhutan and the opportunity to converse with your guide. The afternoon and evening are free to rest or walk around Thimphu (7,656'). This is the world's only capital city without traffic lights. In sports fields, men and women love to practice archery, the national sport. Note the traditional dress: kiras, long wrap-around dresses, for women, and ghos, knee-length robes, for men. Here, the modern meets the medieval. There are automobiles and storefronts, but a few blocks from the main street, farmers are still plowing with oxen, and bright red chili peppers are drying on rooftops. Roads quickly become footpaths as they lead up steep mountainsides.
Lodging: Bhutanese style lodge. Expect modern Western style bath and toilet, hot water, electricity, and colorful tantric Buddhist-themed decor. Possible internet access in lobby. Upgrades to luxury accommodations in Bhutan are available for about $300-$1000 more per room/per night.
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- Dinner
- Lodging
- Bhutanese style lodge
- Day 2: thimpu city, temples, & cultural institutions Thimphu's School of Arts
There are many choices of activities today. Thimphu is the site of many national institutions which preserve history and perpetuate the pursuit of Gross National Happiness as a national goal. You may want to visit the Folk Heritage Museum, National Library of Ancient Texts, National Textile Museum, National Institute of Traditional Medicine, Royal Academy of Performing Arts, or one of several traditional artist-training programs.
Visit Tashichho Dzong, built in 1216 and completely renovated between 1962 and 1969 without the use of nails or written plans. Also visit Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Bliss), an active monastery with 500 monks. Earn a fantastic view at Changangkha Lhakhang, an old fortress temple and monastic school perched on a ridge above Thimphu.
Not far from Thimphu, there are numerous Buddhist temples and monasteries. Depending on your fitness and ambition, you can choose some combination of auto and hiking to visit one or more of them and possibly observe some ceremonial activity.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Lodging
- Traditional Bhutanese style hotel
- Day 3: thimpu - markets, dzongs & hikes (sat)You'll see an archery competition, the national sport of Bhutan
On your second day in Thimphu, you may want to see more of the city sites or venture a bit farther out on foot or by car. Bhutan's most striking buildings are the dzongs huge, traditionally-designed structures that serve as municipal administrative headquarters and as religious centers.
On Saturdays, the Weekend Market is a great way to experience local life. Throngs of Bhutanese from Thimipu and from great distances gather to sell their vegetables, traditional masks and textiles, incense, and jewelry.
If you would like to get a taste of trekking and nature observation, consider day hikes of two to four hours to visit Drolay Gomba, Lungchuzekha Gomba, Phajoding Gomba, or Trashigang Gomba. Your guide will help you decide which is the best choice based upon weather, season, and wildlife or temple ceremonies you might witness.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Lodging
- Traditional Bhutanese style hotel
- Day 4: drive to paroVisit a Buddhist artists' school
Today you make the return one hour drive back to Paro (7382'), where you'll travel even further back in time to a simpler, quieter place. Paro, located on the banks of the Paro Chhu (river), is in the center of an open valley. Entering via the road from Thimpu, you pass the archery ground. Today and tomorrow, there are various options for your visit. If you want to learn more about Buddhism, archaeology, and history consider touring Paro Rinpung Dzong, one of the most impressive dzongs in all Bhutan, a large Drukpa Kagyu Buddhist Monastery and fortress housing the monastic body and government offices. From here, there are famous views of the wooden covered bridge known as Nyamai Zam. Enjoy the fantastic architecture of Ugyen Pelri Thang Palace (the residence of the Queen Mother) from the outside and fine temples including Druk Choeding, built in 1525, and Dumtse Lhakhang, built in 1433. Ta Dzong, in the shape of a conch shell, contains a superb collection of ancient and modern religious Thangka paintings.
Journeys travelers love to accept the invitations of local farmers to visit inside their colorful farmhouses. Traditionally built with mud walls and wooden frames without nails, these houses are normally three stories high, with the ground floor used for the animals, the second floor used as the family living quarters, and the third floor generally used to store food and hay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Lodging
- Traditional Bhutanese style hotel
- Day 5: paro/tiger's nest (tatksang monastery)Tatksang Monastery near Paro
Visit more of Paro or go farther afield. The most classic half-day hike in Bhutan is the climb to famous Tiger's Nest (Tatksang) Monastery on the side of a cliff almost 2,500 feet above the Paro valley. You can make the estimated two to three hour hike up to the monastery, ride a pony most of the way up, or view the site from the road. From Tiger's Nest, drive to the ruins of Drugyel Dzong for spectacular views of Mount Chomolhari. You might also stop at Kyichu Lhakang, one of the oldest and most beautiful temples in Bhutan, thought to have been built in 659 by King Songtsen Gampo of Tibet.
If your schedule allows you to spend another day in Bhutan, we recommend visiting the ancient Haa Valley. Occupied since before the sixth century, but first opened to foreigners in 2002, this area remains largely undeveloped and infrequently visited by tourists. Visit the Haa Dzong and the surrounding monasteries. This is an especially good option if the weather is clear; the ridge you cross between Paro and Haahas offers some of the best mountain views in this part of Bhutan.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Lodging
- Traditional Bhutanese style hotel
- Day 6: depart paro
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Or consider extending your trip with a few additional days to see more of Bhutan or other neighboring countries such as Nepal, India, or Thailand.
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- Lodging
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Need to Know
Druk Air or Bhutan Air operates on a "daylight restricted" basis only and is totally dependent on weather. Therefore, flights can sometimes be delayed. It is highly recommended that passenger's allow at least 24 hours transit time for connecting flights from Bangkok, Kathmandu, or Delhi. It is also recommended that you travel on non-restricted tickets so that if a connection is missed, it can be rerouted or endorsed onto another carrier. This itinerary may require amendment due to local air schedules, which are subject to change.
Included in costs: Meals as noted, each night in double occupancy accommodations, land transfers between components, English speaking guides, park or site entry fees, surface transport, equipment other than personal gear, government tax, airport transfer assistance, in-country ticket reconfirmation and check-in assistance (where permitted), complete pre-departure packet, toll-free pre-departure phone assistance.
Not included in costs: Meals not noted as included, gratuities, beverages (except tea or coffee at meals), international or domestic airfare unless specified, airport departure taxes not included with air tickets, visas, itinerary changes after confirmation, any services not included in itinerary, any costs incurred due to canceled or delayed flights, acts of nature or other happenings beyond our control, or other costs as are more fully described in Journeys Terms & Conditions.
Deposit and payment schedule: $500 per person per trip or the applicable amount based on the trip and the proximity of the departure date. Custom trips and private departures require $800 per person deposit. A second deposit of $800 per person is due four months prior to departure, and final payment for land arrangements is due 60 days prior to departure. Any applicable permit fees required in advance are non-refundable as well. Airlines require full payment when tickets are issued. The deposit may be made by Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express, or check, and the Reservation Form may be submitted via our website, mail or FAX. Full payment schedule and cancellation penalties are described in our Terms and Conditions as noted in our Global Expedition Catalog, on our website, and elsewhere. Please request these if you do not have them before advancing a deposit.
Air fares: Journeys can make complete air arrangements applicable to your trip as noted in this itinerary. If you wish to redeem frequent flyer mileage or arrange flights directly with the airline, you may do so on your own at no penalty. If you do, please consult with us on exact arrival and departure dates and times before having your tickets issued to avoid errors.
Insurance: When you make your application, we strongly recommend the purchase of comprehensive travel insurance in case of emergency situations. Please contact us for a recommended policy.
Itinerary Change Fee: There will be a $40 fee for changes once an itinerary has been confirmed and approved. Additional cancellation penalties or change fees may apply as per our terms and conditions. The passenger is responsible for such fees.
Trip Extensions
Everest View Mountain Flight
Duration: 1 days
Enjoy the magnificent Himalayas close up. You'll have a bird's-eye view as you fly along the full length of the Nepal Himalayas. This is the best way to see Everest. *This trip is available from Kathmandu, Nepal when booked with conjunction with a Ne... read more


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The Hamilton County Park District presents its annual Triple Creek Kids' Fishing Derby from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at the park, 2700 Buell Road.
Youngsters 12 and under can drop a line at the pond to try and catch a tagged fish for a trophy.
Each child who catches a fish will receive a certificate and everyone who participates will receive a Derby button.
Participants must bring their own equipment. Bait will be available for purchase.
For more information, call 513-931-1849.


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"The Eighties at Echo Beach" Book Launch at Partners & SpadeJuxtapoz // Tuesday, 31 May 2011
In honor of the release of the new book, The Eighties at Echo Beach, featuring photography by Mike Moir, text by Jamie Brisick, and art direction by Tom Adler, there will be a book launch event and exhibition at Partners & Spade in NYC on June 1, 2011.
Amongst some surprises at the show, Shawn Stussy has contributed four new surfboards as part of the exhibition event. As for Juxtapoz, we have a little bit of contribution to an upcoming issue of the magazine by Tom Adler, so wait and see what that may be.
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Kindle Library users borrow 295,000 books in December
updated 11:25 pm EST, Thu January 12, 2012
Lending library grows to 75,000 titles
In November, Amazon launched its Lending Library for Kindle owners. Today the online retailer released statistics illustrating the success of the initiative. For the month of December, the first full month that online lending catalog was available, readers borrowed more than 295,000 e-books.
During the month, the total number of books available for borrowing reached 75,000. Amazon is offering free lending of books to subscribers of its Prime service. Prime costs $79 annually, and in addition to book lending, membership benefits include free shipping of merchandise and free streamed video content.
Although the lending library is technically free, Amazon does compensate the authors who provide the content. On average, Amazon paid writers $1.70 in royalties per borrow. The online retailer is known to regularly offer things below cost to build market share.


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The owner of the Club Xcapades nightclub, who was recently charged with conspiracy to traffic cocaine, was found dead this week at her home on Parkview Drive.
"I can confirm Rhonda Lemons was found deceased by her son at her residence in East Asheville earlier this week," said Sgt. Dave Romick, spokesman for the Asheville Police Department. "Investigators tell me there was no obvious signs of foul play."
Romick said an autopsy was completed Thursday, and preliminary results "were consistent with what investigators observed, no obvious signs of foul play." A full toxicology report could ...


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Looking to Trade my 158 NS Heritage for 155 NS Heritage
I got this board way too big. NS won't replace it cuz I took it snowboarding already. It has 3 days on it. Does anyone have an RC 155 Heritage they are willing to trade for a 158 Heritage? Let me know!
Here is a sexy pic
Is 3 cm going to make a difference? This isn't a dig or a rhetorical question, I'm really interested.
It really does make a difference. It makes 3cm difference actually. Its not so much the 3 cm difference but its the waist measurement difference. It will make the 155 that much more playful and that much poppier in and out of turns. The 155 better suits me because I have an 8 size boot and its just way too small for the 158.
If you know anyone that has a 155 NS ANYTHING board, let me know
i have the same dilemma - i'm 2'7 and 150 with a size 9 boot and can t decide between the 158 or 155 - in what ways did it feel too big also what did u end up doing?
oops i mean 5'7 ha!!
Do you still have it? Were you able to find a 155?
If you found/find a replacement board, I might be willing to take the 158 off your hands. Then, everybody's happy!
To clarify, this board was sold a while ago. Sorry for not updating, I kinda lost track of internet ego after I got my new NS board. Sorry to leave anyone hanging. Shredder's gotta do what a shredder's gotta do.
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10 Friday AM Reads
by Barry Ritholtz - April 18th, 2014, 8:30am
Some reads to keep you busy on this Good Friday morn:
• Did the bull market happen without you? Here's why (MarketWatch)
• Money Rotates Into Late Cycle Names (All Star Charts) see also Why Stocks Are 43% Too Expensive (Forbes)
• Active managers must work to justify fees (FT)
• Yuan Depreciation Is Deeper Than You Think (Real Time Economics)
• The Economist Was a Rock Star (New Republic)
• Labor Shortage Threatens to Bust the Shale Boom (Bloomberg)
• Merely Rich and Superrich: The Tax Gap Is Narrowing (NY Times) see also Get Used to It: The Rich Do Get Richer (Fiscal Times)
• How Can Yahoo Be Worth Less Than Zero? (Bloomberg View)
• Is Harvard Law prof Cass Sunstein "the most dangerous man in America?" (The Atlantic)
• The Business of Building Roller Coasters (Priceonomics)
What are you reading?
Declining Misery Index Boosting P/E
Source: Dr. Ed's Blog
Category: Financial Press
Please use the comments to demonstrate your own ignorance, unfamiliarity with empirical data and lack of respect for scientific knowledge. Be sure to create straw men and argue against things I have neither said nor implied. If you could repeat previously discredited memes or steer the conversation into irrelevant, off topic discussions, it would be appreciated. Lastly, kindly forgo all civility in your discourse . . . you are, after all, anonymous.
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Larry Summers: Now is the time to rebuild our national infrastructure (Boston Globe) Rebuilding the nation's airports, highways, and bridges will boost the economy and jobs. … I guess there is zero chance this will happen.
What America's internal migration tells us about the death of the mall, and the brand (Quartz) Orange Julius for everybody
Little White Lies the Internet Told Me (The New Yorker) Squandr – New App Matches You With Others In Vicinity Who Wasted $2.99 On Same App (The Onion)
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Our own domestic 'conservatives' — I use scarequotes since many if not most who identify with that label these days frequently assert positions more consistent with anarchists, propertarians or reactionaries — tend to just prevaricate flat out while accusing opponents of doing the same but, as Disraeli is supposed to have said, "There are three kinds of lies …"
Abusing economic analysis: UK Treasury edition
Ask most people if they think a particular tax – like fuel duty – should be reduced, and they will say yes. If you ask people do you think income taxes should be raised to pay for a cut in fuel duty, you will get a rather different response. So just asking people if they would like one particular tax to be cut without saying how it will be paid for is pretty meaningless. Unless of course your aim is to provide 'evidence' that taxes are too high, and you are not too worried about the nature of that evidence.
There is a slightly more sophisticated version of this trick, and the UK Treasury have just played it. …
And speaking of the third kind of lie WRT that fatuous Marketwatch article, 'rd' nailed it yesterday morning; e.g., "Complaining about how small investors are lagging behind benchmarks for the 1950 to 2013 period is a ridiculous, meaningless comparison. Trading costs and fees for buying and selling stocks, bonds, and mutual funds as well as the annual expense ratios would have meant that the average investor would have typically lagged by a minimum of 1% for most of this period, probably closer to 2%-3% even if they were getting average returns."
swag says:
Heinous irony watch: Rogoff said the mistake made by the U.S. and European governments was not realizing the crisis was going to last as long as it did.
Whammer says:
Oh my goodness, heinous irony to the "oops in the spreadsheet" power!
VennData says:
Pro-Russia Militant Leader Balks at Terms of Ukraine Pact
And take those stupid masks off.
willid3 says:
ever the rebel, seems its really using a very old way to pay workers. and its worked since very early in our history. just we dont do this much if any at all any more
VennData says:
Zero Hedge says the unpatriotic kooks who won't pay grazing rights are heroes for Liberty, part if a "Liberty Movement."
So when these clowns pay what they owe, will the Liberty Movement be dead?
These asshats are no different from Americans who hide assets offshore. Unpatriotic. Not real Americans.
Why does Zero Hedge support unpatriotic people? Just because he missed the last 1,200 S&P points?
willid3 says:
or that guy on unemployment
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Cityscape: A Journal of Policy Development and Research • Volume 16, Number 1 • 2014
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development • Office of Policy Development and Research
Congress Should Phase Out the Mortgage Interest Deduction
Eric Toder
Urban Institute
The mortgage interest deduction is one of the most expensive federal tax preferences. The Joint Committee on Taxation (2013) estimated that the deduction will cost about $380 billion from fiscal years 2013 through 2017. Homeowners also benefit from the deduction of real property taxes and the exemption of the first $250,000 ($500,000 for couples) of capital gains on the sale of principal residences.
Defenders of the mortgage interest deduction claim that it stimulates homeownership, which they argue has many broader benefits to society beyond the benefits to the owners themselves. I argue instead that the case for these "external" social benefits is unproven and that, even if these benefits exist, the mortgage interest deduction is an ineffective tool for increasing homeownership. Instead, the deduction mostly serves as an incentive for middle-income and upper income people to acquire larger and more expensive homes than they otherwise would have purchased. These increased investments in homes that the tax subsidy generates divert resources from business investments with a larger social yield but without a comparable tax subsidy. If promoting homeownership is the goal, a subsidy directed to people who might be choosing between buying and renting would be a more effective tool for doing so.
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Could "Liking" A Brand On Facebook Waive Your Legal Rights?
Apr 17, 2014 at 10:47am ET by Greg Sterling
There is a very disturbing trend in the world of corporate terms and conditions. Consumers (and small merchants) are increasingly being forced by fine-print clauses into binding arbitration to resolve disputes with companies.
The very pro-business US Supreme Court not long ago ruled this was entirely legal.
What it means as a practical matter is that individuals give up their right to sue in court as well as the right to join together in class action litigation against corporations. The problem is that consumers, even if they're permitted to sue individually, won't because they don't have the motivation or money.
While class action litigation has certainly been abused it also has enabled consumers to join together to balance their almost complete lack of legal power vs. large corporations. Class actions in one sense have provided a corporate oversight and legal enforcement mechanism that Congress has largely abdicated.
willid3 says:
and they wonder why we dont trust the government? maybe its because they got captured?
it begins?
bubble…or not?
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From the Vinyard Blog
Vlad addresses US attempts to punish Russia's moves to counter Obama's Ukrainian coup of a democratically [yes, corrupt] elected government…
Q: "If the West refuses to purchase gas from Russia, how will that affect people's well-being…
A: VLADIMIR PUTIN: I have to say that oil and gas revenues make up a large part of the Russian budget revenue. This is a serious component for us in addressing economic development, budget funding for our development programmes and, of course, and meeting of our social commitments to our citizens.
I'll tell you what. I am not sure that I'll get the figures right, but, if my memory serves me correctly, the bulk of oil and gas revenue comes not from gas but from oil. In terms of the dollar equivalent, our oil revenues last year amounted to $191-194 billion and gas revenues to about $28 billion. See the difference? 191 from oil and 28 from gas.
Oil is sold on world markets. Is there any way to do us harm? One may try. But what would be the result for those who would attempt to do it? First of all, how would this be done? Of all the countries in the world, only Saudi Arabia has the real potential to increase production and thus bring down world prices. Saudi Arabia's budget assumes a price of $85-$90 per thousand cubic metres.
Q: KIRILL KLEYMENOV: President Obama has already visited them.
A: VLADIMIR PUTIN: I'm sorry, I meant oil, not gas. The budget assumes a price of $85-$90 per barrel, and our budget, I think, $90. So, if one goes below $85, Saudi Arabia will be on the losing end and have problems. For us a drop from $90 to $85 is not critical. That is first.
Second, we are on very good terms with Saudi Arabia. We may, for example, differ in terms of our views on Syria, but we practically have identical positions on the development of the situation in Egypt. There are many other things where we see eye-to-eye.
I have great respect for the custodian of the two Muslim shrines, the King of Saudi Arabia. He is a very clever and balanced man. I don't think that our Saudi friends would make any abrupt changes to harm themselves and the Russian economy.
Furthermore, they are members of OPEC, where we have many supporters. It is not that they have sympathy for us, but that they have their own economic interests and sharply reducing production – which can only be done in a manner agreed upon within OPEC – is a fairly complicated business.
Finally, in the United States, which is developing shale gas and shale oil production, production costs are very high. These are expensive projects. If world prices tumble, these projects may turn out to be unprofitable, loss-making and the nascent industry may simply die.
And one last point. Oil is priced and traded in the world in dollars. If prices fall, demand for dollars will plummet and the dollar will start losing its significance as a world currency. There are very many factors involved. The wish to bite us is there, but the opportunities are limited. That said, some damage can be caused.
Now about gas. We sell gas by pipeline (most of our sales are by pipeline) mainly to the European countries that depend on Russian supplies to cover about 30-35, 34 percent of their needs. Can they stop buying Russian gas altogether? I don't think that this is possible.
Some of our neighbours, very good neighbours with which we have very sound relations, such as, for example, Finland…Finland gets 90 percent of its gas from Russia. Some countries that used to be called People's Democracies in Eastern Europe depend on Russian gas if not for 90 percent, then for 60, 50 or 70 percent of their needs.
Can supplies be stopped altogether? I think that this is totally unrealistic. But one can do this at one's own cost, by hurting oneself. However, I cannot imagine such a situation. Therefore, of course, everyone is keen on diversifying their sources of supplies. Europe is talking about greater independence from Russia as a supplier, and similarly we are beginning to talk and act to become less dependent on our consumers.
However, so far, there is a measure of balance between consumers and suppliers. The only problem is transit countries. And the most dangerous part, of course, is transit via Ukraine with which we have tremendous difficulties in agreeing on energy problems. But I hope that we will be able to bring things back to normal, considering the contracts that have been signed and are functioning."
And the proof is in the pudding:
Robert M says:
Calvin and Hobbes for a quote. That is too much information.
rd says:
A column on Barry's favorite topic of forecasting:
I love studies that go back to see if anything has really changed in people from 80 years ago.
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I read the article from J.C. Parets "Money rotates into late cycle names". The basic thesis is that in the last 90 days the relative performance of the different sectors is what you usually see before a market top: Utilities and Health outperform Financials, Tech, and Industrials. The question that I have is if this always predicts market tops or there are false positives. The author does not answer this question so I investigated myself. In 2013 during the same 90 days (Jan April), the relative performance of the different sectors was actually the same: Utilities and Health outperformed Finance, Tech, and Industrials. And this did not predict a market top, as we all know. It looks like the author failed to mention that THIS particular relative sector performance predicts market tops SOMETIMES and sometimes it does not.
willid3 says:
capitalism's fatal flaw?
willid3 says:
wait there is a down side to being Goldman Sachs?


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The effort by Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County to offer quality-focused health care while controlling costs has reaped dividends both for patients and the hospital. Baptist is one of only three hospitals in the country recognized with the Quest Award for High-Value Healthcare. The other two hospitals are Memorial Hospital Miramar in Miramar, Fla., and West […]
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Second Rubber Duck Regatta called success
The Union County Historical Society and Rotary Club of New Albany carried off another successful Rubber Duck Regatta during the Tallahatchie RiverFest Saturday. The two organizations joined for the first regatta a year ago to raise funds for their respective projects. They started off selling sponsorships for 1,000 bathtub-appropriate rubber ducks that were to be […]
Low unemployment rate continues for county
Union County's Jobless rate for August was down slightly again from July, which was a half percentage point lower than June's. All the counties in Northeast Mississippi reported similar decreases. Union County listed 4.4 percent unemployment for August, a decrease from the higher 5.0 percent the previous month. This moves Union County one level higher […]
Witt named to NEMCC Hall of Fame
Vance Witt of New Albany and Earline "Woodsie" Woods make up this year's class of inductees into Northeast Mississippi Community College's Alumni Hall of Fame. Inductions werr set to take place at the annual Homecoming Alumni & Sports Hall of Fame dinner. Recognitions were also to be made during the pre-game ceremony prior to the Homecoming football […]
Supervisors get update on debts owed to county
County Tax Assessor-Collector Randy Dunnam presented his annual insolvency list to supervisors Monday as part of a generally unremarkable agenda consisting of mostly routine matters. The list includes bad checks issued to the county, businesses no longer in operation, mobile homes gone and other potential financial losses to the county. Dunnam assured the county board […]
Gooch and Thompson power Lady Falcons to win
BY DENNIS CLAYTON DUMAS – Morgan Gooch and Lauren Thompson drove in seven runs for Ingomar on Tuesday as the Lady Falcons downed Pine Grove 11-6 in non-division play. Gooch drove in four runs with a double and single while Thompson hit a three-run homer and singled. Gooch's double and Thompson's homer came with two […]
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Urchins host Lions in division opener
BY DENNIS CLAYTON East Union opens division play on Thursday at home against H.W. Byers. East Union enters the game at 4-2 while Byers has a record of 1-5. Byers defeated Houlka in their lone win 12-8 and lost to Benton County, Fairley (Memphis), Coldwater, Strayhorn and West Tallahatchie. "They have a running back that […]
Urchins and Lady Hawks claim wins in SouthernTee's Challenge
BY DENNIS CLAYTON NEW ALBANY – East Union boys and Myrtle girls ran to victory in the 1A-3A varsity races at Saturday's SouthernTee's Challenge at BNA Bank Park Complex. Race numbers totaled 583 runners competing in the four varsity races and two junior high races. Jordon Salmon helped East Union to the win in the […]
Urchins roll past Royals
MARIETTA – East Union hit New Site with four touchdowns in the second quarter and rolled to an easy 48-10 win in their final non-division contest of the season on Friday. "The key to our success is they have bought into what we have been trying to teach them and they work hard every week […]
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Good luck, President Barack Obama. You'll need it. Plus lots of smarts, patience, prudence and sheer perseverance. Obama officially took the oath of office for his second term in a brief ceremony Jan. 20 to satisfy constitutional requirements, however, Jan. 21 was the inauguration day as far as the public was concerned, with parades, dress balls and speechifying. ?
Hopefully, Obama also enjoyed himself. It might be the last time he has a good time for a long time. ?
Obama has to find some agreement with Republicans to get America's finances in order. The national debt, which hovers at $16.4 trillion - exceeding the U.S.'s annual gross domestic product - is a millstone on America's future. Of course, he faces other challenges: Will the pullout from Afghanistan see the Taliban back in power? Will he get effective gun control laws though Congress? Will he see through his commitment to equality for same-sex couples? But the debt is the biggie. If he fails, he could go down in history as the president who lost the U.S.'s preeminent superpower status.
The reality is a financially weaker America would be a militarily-weakened America. And that would make the 21st century much more dangerous, both for Americans and the rest of the world. So, like we said, good luck.
Oh yes, one more thing: Don't forget who your friends are. Approve the Keystone XL pipeline. It's the neighborly thing to do, as well as a smart thing for the American economy.
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Is it a case of the fervor of the newly enlightened, or is it a way to improve his public image? We're not sure, but yesterday, Yahoo News reported that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has urged Alabama lawmakers to increase penalties for cockfighting!
Michael Vick served a 23-month prison sentence for his involvement in dog fighting. When his sentence ended, Vick told Humane Society President and CEO Wayne Pacelle that as he grew up, dog fighting was part of his culture, and that he "never sufficiently questioned it as he grew into manhood."
Vick now wants to discourage others from making the same mistakes about animal cruelty, and that certainly includes cockfighting. Calling Alabama's $50 maximum penalty the "weakest" in the nation, Vick called for stiffer sentences.
Cockfighting is like an old-fashioned duel, but there's certainly no honor involved, and roosters are the combatants. With razor sharp blades attached to their legs, the roosters head into an arena, where they fight to the death. The crowd gathers, placing bets and cheering them on. Some people even bring their kids. It's enough to make you sick.
Cockfighting is illegal in the United States, and a felony in 39 states, but this chart shows that it is a misdemeanor in Alabama, with penalties ranging from $20 to $50. In contrast, in Oregon, for example, cockfighting is a Class C felony, with a maximum sentence of five years, and a maximum fine of $125,00.
The problem extends beyond the well-being of the birds. Sacramento Animal Control Officer Ruben Hernandez warns that roosters move from location to location in order to avoid detection, and that "this movement of birds can spread diseases such as Avian Flu, which can jump to humans."
Whether you believe in Vick's rehabilitation or not isn't the issue. The real issue is that cockfighting is evil, and requires severe punishment.
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Liberty Science Center - Skype a Monkey!
Liberty Science Center is a museum, zoo, and an aquarium all in one. We care for and present over 100 species of native and exotic animals. See amazingly huge fish from the Hudson River, watch an alligator snapping turtle lure its prey, search for expertly camouflaged leaf-tail geckos, be amused by the playful behavior of cute Chilean degus, or even touch a giant Madagascar hissing cockroach.
Our animal-based exhibits and programs are extremely popular, and play a vital role in teaching important concepts of natural history, biodiversity, and conservation. In particular, Liberty Science Center's dedication to providing access to underserved communities allows us to help children and families that have often had very little exposure to wild animals develop an appreciation of nature.
We now have the opportunity to add a new and exciting monkey exhibit to the animal collection, and to offer some fun web-based and in-person perks (listed on the right) along the way. You can even Skype a monkey!
No monkey business here - we want to spread the word about conservation.
Cotton-top tamarins (Saquinus oedipus) are small monkeys (about the size of a squirrel) with a distinctive crest of long white hair on their heads. Found only in tropical forests in northern Colombia, they are among the world's most endangered primates. In fact, they are listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN's (International Union for Conservation of Nature) Red List - the highest risk category that can be assigned to a species. Very few of these animals are left in the wild, where they are increasingly threatened by deforestation.
Our goal is to bring a captive-bred pair of cotton-top tamarins to Liberty Science Center. In addition to being highly entertaining to watch, the tamarins will serve as animal ambassadors, educating students, teachers, families and other guests about habitat protection and endangered species management, as well as primate biology. In time, we hope our pair will start a family here, allowing us to participate in a national breeding program to maintain a genetically diverse captive population.
What can tamarins teach us?
Within the Eat and Be Eaten exhibition at LSC, visitors discover how animal physiology, adaptations and behavior play a role in what animals eat while also helping them to avoid being prey. The addition of tamarins to this live collection will enable LSC to provide a broad range of educational programming opportunities about these fascinating primates. Young children can observe how the monkeys' tails and claws help them balance and navigate branches, while older students can discover how the tamarins' binocular vision aides in jumping as well as locating food. Guests can also learn about the tamarins' diet and nutrition and observe LSC Husbandry staff offering daily behavioral enrichment opportunities to the monkeys - important activities for both mental and physical stimulation.
We need your help!
We want to provide our new monkeys with the best possible care, and this is where we need your help. Creating a perfect monkey habitat involves addressing lots of issues including temperature control, lighting, ventilation, drainage, climbing structures, and animal enrichment. Your donation will help us create a great new home for our tamarins. You'll enjoy the cool perks listed to the right, and you'll feel great about contributing to wildlife conservation education. Most importantly, you'll be able to look forward to seeing an awesome new monkey exhibit when you visit Liberty Science Center!
Primates come with perks!
Your contribution towards a new tamarin habitat at Liberty Science Center will enable you to observe and even participate as the exhibit takes shape.
Exciting perks for our donors range from digital images of the tamarins that we acquire to informative educational materials and even previews of the monkeys via an exclusive webcam. You can also contribute towards a behind-the-scenes event with LSC's Animal Husbandry team. Or, perhaps you've always wanted to video chat with these highly social primates - there's a perk for that! A $500 donation gets you the opportunity to Skype with the monkeys in their habitat.
Mega-Perk Alert!
The two biggest contributors to our campaign will have the right to actually name one of the monkeys - in addition to Skyping with "your" monkey, you'll also get to come hang out with him/her at LSC, and your chosen name will be featured in all museum materials. (Be nice!)
Since we're a non-profit institution dedicated to promoting science exploration, all contributions are 100% tax deductible.
Get the word out.
Here's your chance to knock Justin Bieber off Twitter's Trending list! Be sure to spread the word about our tamarin campaign on all of your social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. Google+, LinkedIn, Pinterest, etc.
We're very excited about our soon-to-be-adopted monkeys – thanks to everyone who helped make this a reality!
With two baby monkey names yet to be claimed, we also wanted to announce what we're planning to do with any money we raise over the $20,000 goal. They are:
1) Healthy and delicious monkey food for the tamarins once they arrive, and
2) Top-notch educational materials to help teach kids about tamarins and conservation.
So thanks again all, keep sharing our project, and see you (and the monkeys) soon at LSC!


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My other books include Force of Nature: The Unlikely Story of Wal-Mart's Green Revolution, No Matter How Loud I Shout: A Year In the Life of Juvenile Court, Mississippi Mud, and Monkey Girl: Evolution, Education, Religion and the Battle for America's Soul.
Backstory: When I was six I decided I wanted to be a writer, and I've been at it ever since. I started my writing career in newspapers, and I think I probably would have paid them, instead of the other way around, for the thrill of seeing my byline in print. As a newspaper reporter, I gravitated toward stories that allowed me to dig behind the scenes and beneath the surface, looking for questions others hadn't asked or imagined. I loved that work.
When I left newspapers to write nonfiction books, I suddenly had weeks or months, rather than hours or days, to immerse myself in the inner workings of the places, characters and events I seek to understand and write about. I had found the greatest job I can imagine.
Lately – in Garbology, Force of Nature, and Eco Barons – I've focused on narratives about the environment, sustainability and the critical issue of waste embedded in our economy and culture. I believe the environment to be one of the most important stories of our age – for ourselves, and for our children.
Speaking: To arrange a speaking engagement, please contact the Penguin Speaker's Bureau.
I enjoy talking about my work, and I'm honored to that colleges and cities have adopted my books for community reads and classroom use. Garbology has been chosen as a First Year Experience read at universities across the nation, including California State University Northridge, the University of Central Florida, Washington State University, the University of New Mexico, Columbus State University (Georgia), and Marymount California University. I've also enjoyed city-wide reading programs with the residents of Portland, Oregon, and Palos Verdes, California.
I have been invited to address a wide range of groups and organizations: the Commonwealth Club, the National Education Summit, the National Steinbeck Center, the National Association of District Attorneys, the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, the National Association of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, the Dole Center for Politics, the National High School Journalism Conference, the National College Newspaper Convention, the National Association of Teachers of English, the California Department of Corrections, the California Appellate Project, the Investigative Reporters and Editors, and the Poynter Institute. I was called to testify about my reporting on juvenile court before the U.S. Senate and a joint session of the California Senate and Assembly. I've had the pleasure of delivering a commencement address at Hampshire College in Amherst, my alma mater, and have enjoyed speaking at venues throughout California as a contributing writer to My California, an anthology from which all proceeds were donated to the California Arts Council to support arts and writing programs for the state's school children.
Teaching: I served as a Regents Lecturer at the University of California, Irvine, taught at Chapman University, and taught writing workshops at the University of Oregon graduate program in literary nonfiction.
Other Work: I've written for numerous publications, including Los Angeles Magazine, Sierra Magazine, Readers Digest, California Lawyer, the Oxford American, Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Times, and The New York Times. I have taught writing and journalism at the University of California, Irvine, Chapman University, and the University of Oregon.
Honors: I received a Pulitzer Prize for my newspaper coverage of the military, a PEN Center USA award for No Matter How Loud I Shout, a Casey Medal for Meritorious Journalism for "The Forgotten," my LA Magazine account of life inside Los Angeles's nightmarish home for neglected children, and a Silver Gavel honor for Monkey Girl.
Born: Philadelphia.
Education: Hampshire College, Amherst, Mass.
Home: Southern California
Favorite authors: John Steinbeck, Raymond Chandler, Harper Lee, Norman Mailer, Tom Wolfe, John McPhee, Tracy Kidder.
Reads that wowed me (a sampling): Dispatches, by Michael Herr; Tapping the Source, by Kem Nunn; The Prince of Tides, by Pat Conroy; Watership Down, by Richard Adams; Dune, by Frank Herbert; Encounters with the Archdruid, by John McPhee; Fast Food Nation, by Eric Schlosser; Common Wealth, by Jeffrey D. Sachs; Factory Girls, by Leslie T. Chang
My books, the complete list:
- A Man and His Mountain
- Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair With Trash
- Force of Nature: The Unlikely Story of Wal-Mart's Green Revolution
- Eco Barons: The Dreamers, Schemers & Millionaires Who Are Saving Our Planet
- Mississippi Mud: Southern Justice & the Dixie Mafia
- Monkey Girl: Evolution, Education, Religion & the Battle for America's Soul
- Over Here: How the GI Bill Transformed the American Dream
- School of Dreams: Making the Grade at a Top American High School
- Baby ER: The Heroic Doctors and Nurses Who Perform Medicine's Tiniest Miracles
- Mean Justice: A Town's Terror, a Prosecutor's Power, a Betrayal of Innocence
- No Matter How Loud I Shout: A Year in the Life of Juvenile Court
- Murderer With a Badge: The Secret Life of a Rogue Cop
- Buried Secrets: A True Story of Serial Murder, Black Magic and Drug-Running on the U.S. Border


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Quick roast lamb
Cooking timeReady in 30 mins
Skill levelEasy
ServingsServes 2
When you want the roast experience but haven't got hours to spare, this version really hits the spot
Nutrition and extra info
Nutrition per serving
- kcalories
- 606
- protein
- 34g
- carbs
- 44g
- fat
- 32g
- saturates
- 13g
- fibre
- 5g
- sugar
- 13g
- salt
- 0.7g
- 400g new potatoes
- 250g Chantenay carrots, or large carrots cut into big chunks
- 1 tbsp oil, plus a little more for the lamb
- 1 sprig rosemary, leaves chopped
- 100ml red wine
- 100ml lamb stock, (from a cube is fine)
- redcurrant jelly
- 4 lamb chops, or cutlets
- green beans, or other veg, to serve
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- Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Put the potatoes and carrots onto a baking tray, toss with the oil and rosemary, then season well. Roast for 15 mins on the top shelf until the veg is golden and almost tender.
- Meanwhile, make the gravy. Put the wine and stock into a small pan, then boil until reduced by about two-thirds. Stir in the redcurrant jelly, season and keep warm.
- Rub the lamb in a little oil, then season. Tuck the lamb in amongst the veg, then return to the oven for 8-10 mins, turning the lamb halfway through. Serve with the redcurrant gravy and some green veg.
Recipe from Good Food magazine, September 2008
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Ok this recipe was easy and sOOOOo tasty. It was so good I joined the site just to comment :) My husband LOVED it and he's very picky. I cooked the veggies in the oven for 10-15 mins before adding the lamb and it came out perfect. I was worried the lamb would be dry but it was so juicy. I browned the lamb for 1-2 mins on each side and popped it on top the veggies for an additional10 mins in the oven. I did add carrots, 4 cloves of whole garlic and marinaded the lamb with only salt and pepper for about 20mins before I browned it. I made mint sauce to accompany the lamb, but it really wasn't necessary as the veggies and lamb was so flavourful.. I will definitely be making this again. Thank you :) :)
I used tiny carrots and halved baby new potatoes and it still took a good 30 minutes to cook the veg. I would use cut up large potatoes instead of new potatoes next time. Sauce was very nice, I used 3 teaspoons of red current jelly and no salt as I reduced it right down. The lamb released a lot of water after being in the oven for 4 minutes and was stewing instead of going brown, so I heated up a frying pan until really hot and finished it off in the pan for 45 seconds each side. The lamb was still pink in the middle but wasn't very tender and I think it would have been cooked better just in a hot pan rather than the oven.
Loved this recipe, tasted great! I did cook my carrots and potato's for longer (10 more mins) as they did seem a little hard still. However lamb cooked quickly, gravy was simple and easy to make, however I would say it just needs to be drizzled over the lamb. All served with cabbage cooked with panchetta - all in all great midweek meal!!!
I made this with some marinated leg of lamb boned chunks that my butc.er sells. He reckoned they took about 40 mins so I only roasted my veg for about 15 mins before adding the lamb. We all enjoyed this, both adults and children. Everyone thought the carrots tasted good. Gravy was so easy and even though I wasn't sure if the children would find it too winey, they loved it. Served it with runner beans. Without a pudding this can be on the table in under the hour. Result.
This was great. I slightly increased the cooking time by first cooking the potatoes for 15 minutes before adding the carrots and 5 minutes after adding the lamb. I also used garlic infused oil which gave the dish a slightly deeper taste.
Gorge, quick and great for something yummy for the family after work.


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In The Campaign, last year's hilarious, potty-mouthed political romp with Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis, the Motch brothers (modeled of course on the Koch brothers) shovel piles of cash onto the campaign of Galifianakis's character Marty. Why? They want to build factories in his North Carolina congressional district, where they will employ Chinese workers at Chinese wages.They call it … [Read more...]
Letter from India: It takes a village
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The dark side of the "Green Economy"
Everywhere you look these days, things are turning green. In Chiapas, Mexico, indigenous farmers are being paid to protect the last vast stretch of rainforest in Mesoamerica. In the Brazilian Amazon, peasant families are given a monthly "green basket" of basic food staples to allow them to get by without cutting down trees. In Kenya, small farmers who plant climate-hardy trees and protect green … [Read more...]
How Greece threatens you and how going local offers the only refuge
For months now our stocks have gone up and down due to various concerns, but none more recurrent than concerns about the financial crisis in Greece. Morning after morning, New York City based casino capitalists trade with Greece and the latest rumors from Western Europe on their minds.What will affluent Germany do to bail out the collapsing, debt-ridden country of Greece? Will France go along … [Read more...]
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A look at the keys to victory for the Cowboys in their game against Atlanta
The Cowboys are expected to face their most challenging test to date when they travel to the Deep South to face Atlanta. The Falcons are the only remaining undefeated team in the NFL and there is a reason why their record is unblemished. They avoid mistakes. Atlanta is the least-penalized team in the league and has a plus-10 turnover differential. The Cowboys, meanwhile have been their own worst enemy. They have been flagged 54 times and committed 19 turnovers — the second-highest total in the NFL. For the Cowboys to march into the Georgia Dome and defeat Atlanta, they first have to make sure they don't beat themselves. Here's a look at the keys to victory for the Cowboys:
Get off to fast start
Many times this season the Cowboys have looked punchy at kickoff, staggering through the opening minutes until being jolted awake by a series of unfortunate events. In three of the Cowboys' four losses, Dallas has fallen behind by a double-digit deficit before it even has scored a point. Against the Giants, the Cowboys trailed 23-0 early in the second quarter. The Cowboys must avoid a slow start against Atlanta, which has produced more points on opening drives this season than any other team in the NFL.
Limit the mistakes
In many ways, the Cowboys have been their own worst enemy. They have committed 11 more turnovers than they have forced. They have also been hit with 54 penalties – the fifth-highest total in the NFL. The Cowboys can't afford to commit these types of mistakes against Atlanta, one of the most disciplined teams in the league. No club has been flagged fewer times than the Falcons this season, and Atlanta has a plus-10 turnover differential.
Establish Running Game
If Atlanta has any noticeable weakness, it's the run defense. The Falcons are conceding 136.4 yards on the ground per game this season. And they have allowed a higher percentage of carries that have resulted in gains of four yards or longer on first down than any other team in the NFL. As a result, Dallas should be eager to pound away at the Falcons at the outset of each offensive series. Even without DeMarco Murray, the Cowboys' rush offense could have success against an Atlanta front that has been vulnerable.
Press receivers
Last week, the Cowboys were able to limit the effectiveness of the Giants' passing offense. Quarterback Eli Manning threw for only 192 yards and completed only 52 percent of his attempts. Manning's struggles were, in part, related to the fact the Cowboys played a variation of press coverage on a majority of snaps. Dallas' aggressive tactics disrupted the timing of the Giants' pass plays. And the same strategy could be effective against Atlanta, which has a rhythm-based offense that features Roddy White and Julio Jones – two physical receivers who have the speed to get downfield and create space in congested areas.


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i bought this about 6 months ago for $1200 from a guy down the road from me who has 5 of these things. he had one with 10,000 miles and in mint original condition. anyways, i bought mine complete and running. has over a 100,000 miles and runs and starts like new. im frequently doing 70mph down the highway lol. the interior is pretty decent except for the drivers seat. the exterior needs alot of work but its all straight.
to me it looks as if someone did alot of upgrading to this thing back in the 70's. they had painted it blue because i can see it used to be a olive green color. there is also alot of different things on this car that i havent seen on any other n600. the mirrors are plastic and more of a sporty mirror but are made for the n600. the front and back seats are two tone blue and black and they look OEM but ive never seen two tone seats and especially not blue ones. the headliner is also blue. theres a old aftermarket tach in it made by 'westach'. it also has koni rear shocks....you can definetly tell all these modifications were done in the late 70's or early 80's.
ive done alot of work to this thing since i first got it. my future plans right now are to do the body and paint. but the huge rust holes in the rockers under both doors are scaring me away. does anyone have any decent rockers they would sell? also one more thing, does anyone know where i could get weatherstripping for all 6 of the windows?
you can see the tach here in this old pic. it doesnt work right though. i dont know where its suppose to get its tach signal from.


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By Yigal Schleifer
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Sunday, October 30, 2005
In a former Soviet republic, members of a small women's movement express little hope of free and fair parliamentary elections on Nov. 6. Until the country becomes more democratic, they say, the nation will continue to marginalize women.
BAKU, Azerbaijan (WOMENSENEWS)--"I'm bad. Very bad."
That's the blunt answer Novella Jafaroglu-Appelbaum gives to the question of how she's doing.
Jafaroglu-Appelbaum is one of Azerbaijan's leading human rights activists and co-founder and director of the Association for the Protection of Women's Rights, the country's first nongovernmental organization, founded in 1989.
With parliamentary elections scheduled for Nov. 6 in this former Soviet republic just north of Iran, Jafaroglu-Appelbaum's organization has set up a hotline in its office to monitor the campaign. This is why her mood is gloomy.
She says she is getting daily calls about irregularities on the campaign trail and violations of election rules by the governing New Azerbaijan Party.
"I just got a call about an opposition candidate being beaten up," she says, throwing her hands up in the air.
Since gaining its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, oil-rich Azerbaijan has suffered through a string of fraudulent elections and the autocratic rule of former Soviet strongman Heidar Aliyev and now his son, President Ilham Aliyev.
Jafaroglu-Appelbaum is even more despairing when the subject turns to women in Azeri politics.
Of the nearly 2,000 candidates running for Parliament, a scant 11 percent are women, most of whom are running as underfunded independents, she says. Twelve percent of the current Parliament's members are women, compared to 39 percent during the Soviet period.
Azerbaijan's constitution guarantees equal rights for women. Still, activists say, the divide between men and women, especially in the political realm, continues to grow.
"Today, unfortunately, the opposition leaders and the government don't create opportunities where women can run for office or advance their issues," Jafaroglu-Appelbaum says. "I can assure you that if we even had a minimum of democracy--not the maximum but the minimum--women would advance. But we are very skeptical about these upcoming elections."
As election day approaches, leaders of Azerbaijan's small women's movement say the country's women face a double struggle.
While they are joining the effort to establish democratic rule in the country, they are also fighting to earn a place inside a political culture that--ruling party and opposition alike--is trying to shut them out.
"Our men are trying to push women out of political life," says Helena Kasumova, chief coordinator of the Azerbaijan Gender Information Center, a resource center on women's issues in the capital city of Baku.
Baton-wielding policemen have broken up unauthorized opposition rallies in recent weeks, and scores of opposition members have been arrested in an election in which the opposition has been significantly more energized and organized than in previous years.
Many in the country attribute that to the encouraging effect of recent successful revolutions in Ukraine, Georgia and Kyrgyzstan, other former Soviet republics that suffered through fraudulent elections and repressive regimes.
The three main opposition parties have for the first time united under one bloc in this campaign, choosing as their symbols the color orange, after Ukraine's "orange revolution," and a carnation, a nod to Georgia's "rose revolution."
But still mostly missing in all of this pre-election activity are women, be it as demonstrators or as activists.
Kasumova says a type of macho ethos has taken over Azeri politics, one that leaves little room for most women. "If you want to be political, you have to be very strong and have a lot of money," she says.
For many women, meanwhile, political activity--at least with the opposition--can have significant ramifications, says Jafaroglu-Appelbaum.
"Basically, women are afraid of being in the front rows of the opposition movement because they could lose their job, because there are no democratic standards in Azerbaijan, because they are afraid for their families," she says.
"Even women in the governing party are not advanced; they are somehow kept out," she said. "We currently only have one woman in the executive branch."
Lynn Sferrazza, director of the Baku office of the American Bar Association's Central European and Eurasian Law Initiative, says that the laws Azerbaijan has in place to ensure equality for women frequently bump up against ingrained cultural perceptions of what a woman's traditional role should be, making it difficult for women to advance in Azeri society.
"You don't see women in business; women in law," she says. "There aren't many women judges, women lawyers. If you go to a ministry, the women are serving tea and the men are in charge."
Nabat Gamiyeva, 49, is one of the few women campaigning for parliament, running as an independent on a shoestring budget. She too says women's issues are being ignored.
"For example, there is a lot of discrimination against women who want to be entrepreneurs in the business sphere," she says. "The constitution guarantees equal rights, but in reality women don't get equal rights in business."
Many veteran activists here say the difficulties women are having now is particularly discouraging because women were at the forefront of the country's transition from Soviet control.
"It was women who were leading the marches against the tanks," says Jafaroglu-Appelbaum, referring to 1990, when the Soviets sent troops to Azerbaijan to suppress the country's ultimately successful move to independence.
"Women took an active part in the national liberation movement and in the protests, which helped keep it from becoming violent," Jafaroglu-Appelbaum continues. She remembers passing out flowers to Russian soldiers camped out in Baku.
Women also played an important part in pushing for democratic reforms in the period following independence, when Azerbaijan enjoyed a brief period of openness before Heidar Aliyev took control and created an atmosphere in which many came to believe that political activity had little consequence.
Looking across her desk, Jafaroglu-Appelbaum says she is worried that another tainted election might further drive women from Azeri politics.
"Azerbaijan needs democratic elections," she says. "I'm tired of telling women to go to the polls and vote. I've been saying that for 15 years and they are always a fraud."
Yigal Schleifer is a freelance writer based in Istanbul where he writes for the Christian Science Monitor and the Jerusalem Report, as well as other publications.
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November 28, 2015
Dirty Jobs has always been a popular show, but Tuesday night's episode was especially important to the Mid-Ohio Valley.
Fenton Art Glass employees gathered in front of some televisions at JP Henry's in Parkersburg for their Discovery Channel debut.
Fenton Glass already attracts people from all over, and now people across the nation have seen all the hard work that goes into making it.
It was obviously nothing new to those who spend sweltering hours in the factory each day, but Fenton employees do say they're excited to show off what they do for a living.
"Hopefully it'll bring a little recognition to Williamstown and Fenton Art Glass," Jon Anderson, a Fenton employee, said.
"We're very excited," Bernard and Kim Barley, Fenton employees, said. "We love Mike Rowe. We've watched it from the get-go."
The show has been anticipated for the past year, as it was filmed in the Fenton factory last November.
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REVIEW: Red Hot Renegade by Kelly Hunter
Dear Ms. Hunter:
Reader Statch recommended your books a few weeks ago. Fortunately for me two things existed. First, the four books preceding Red Hot Renegade were already digitized and easy for me to purchase and download. (FN1). Second, I didn't have long to wait until the fifth and final book in the series was released, namely Jacob's story. The second was almost more important than the first because Jacob's failed marriage to Jianne plays an important part in some of his siblings' reluctance to form permanent relationships thus seeding the burning desire of this reader to know exactly why Jacob and Jianne's marriage did not last. Of course, I did have to buy Red Hot Renegade from Mills&Boon UK but what's a little international purchasing when it comes to fulfilling a reader's desire for a book?
Jacob Bennett and Jianne Xang-Bennett were married shortly after Jacob's parents died and left him with four siblings to raise. For a multitude of reasons, all dribbled out throughout the course of the book, Jianne left Jacob and the two have been separated for twelve years. Neither has made any attempt to legalize the separation.
Jacob has always felt an enormous amount of guilt at bringing Jianne into his household and thus holds few feelings of animosity toward her. He is a bit resentful that he learned after they were married that Jianne's personal wealth rivaled that the GNP of small countries. What he does now feel is longing, want. Jacob lives a life of austerity, both in spirit and in deed and thus denying himself is easy and of long standing habit except when faced with Jianne.
Jianne also feels guilt for not staying. She was unsure of Jacob's love for her and unready to be the mother figure to four teens; but her desire for Jacob never waned. Immature when they married, Jianne never fully understood Jacob and she didn't stick around to learn. Of course, believing that Jianne was better off without Jacob, he never pursued her leaving Jianne to believe Jacob was as unhappy in the marriage as she.
Fast forward twelve years. Jianne has caught the attention of a very shady character from Taiwan who deems Jianne to be the next perfect acquisition to his collection of beautiful objects. Jianne's uncle seeks out Jacob and suggests that if there was ever a time to take action on Jacob and Jianne's separation, it would be now. In other words, does Jacob love her and want to rekindle their relationship or should he not let her go. This brings Jacob and Jianne face to face for the first time in twelve years.
Initially it seems that nothing has changed. Jianne refuses to ask for what she wants and Jacob is uncomfortable in Jianne's wealthy surroundings.
"Keep your money,' he grated. "I don't want it.'
Jianne recoiled as if he'd struck her.
Jake gritted his teeth and prayed for mercy. "Must you flinch every time I look at you?'
"Must you glare every time I open my mouth?' she replied in kind. "People pay rent when they live in a place that's not their own. Why is my offering to do so such an insult to you? Is your pride such an enormous thing that there can be no room for mine?'
At its core, Jianne and Jacob's initial problems seem to consist of uninformed expectations and maturity. The question that always remained in my mind was why the twelve years of separation? Did it take both of them twelve years to grow up? Maybe. They both act like a couple of martyrs from time to time. Jacob calls Jianne on it, but no one really calls Jacob on it.
I can't say definitively whether readers unfamiliar with the previous books will find it hard to start with RHR, but I think it's fairly self contained. In fact, there were times that I wish the stories had been slightly more referential. For instance, I didn't see any acknowledgment by either Jiane or Jacob that their failed marriage had affected Jacob's siblings relationships.
My enjoyment of the story was tempered by the things I felt were missing in the story. I would have liked to have seen more of the initial courtship and marriage. I wished that there was some explanation for why the separation was so long.
One of the more compelling sides of the story was Jacob's dark nature and how he had funneled his energy and desire for violence into training karate. In taking on a street kid by the name Po, we see Jacob's natural leadership and caretaker tendencies come to the forefront, no matter how easy going Jacob tries to portray himself. Jacob has this belief that Jianne is too innocent, too pure to be exposed to his dark side. Jianne, after deciding that she could no longer live without Jacob, set about making a place for herself in Jacob's life.
The story had a lot of build up from the previous books and generally, the final book in a series falls flat because of the increased expectations. Red Hot Renegade, though, for all its flaws, delivered a strong emotional story. Both characters are very likeable. I enjoyed the Singapore setting, the slight multicultural feel, and I adored the speech that brother Lucas gives to Jacob toward the end of the story. Finally, I gave the book a "B" because I really had my doubts that the fifth book about the heart of the Bennett family might fall on its face and it didn't. I ended the book with a good feeling.
Best regards,
FN1. The five titles in this series include Red Hot Renegade and these others (all of which I enjoyed):