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The BLS and that 7.8% Unemployment Rate
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October 17, 2012
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By Brad Furnish
On Friday, Oct. 5, 2012, the Bureau of Labor Statistics shocked the world of business, finance and economics by declaring that unemployment in September fell to 7.8% from its August level of 8.1%. Coming just a month before the Nov. 6 Presidential election, this dubious finding gave rise to widespread rumors and even accusations of collusion between the Obama campaign and the Bureau.
It is highly unlikely that the President's men conspired with Bureau officials or employees to invent or alter employment data. The Obama campaign would have too little to gain relative to its potential loss. A 0.3% fall in the unemployment rate hardly delivered a passkey to the Oval Office, but proof of a collusive conspiracy would doom Obama's chances - even if undiscovered until after the election.
That does not mean there was no wrongdoing here - far from it. It should be obvious to all that something was indeed terribly wrong with the way this episode was handled.
Start with the fact that BLS's unemployment number is obviously wrong. "Wrong" does not connote fraud or deceit. It means there was a short-circuit in the chain of reasoning leading to 7.8% unemployment. The BLS household survey estimated a seasonally adjusted total of newly employed workers exceeding 873,000 in September. This was the largest total since June, 1983 (when annualized GDP growth was 9.3%) and January, 1990 (when growth was 4.2%). (Two larger totals in 2000 and 2003 are not comparable because of data adjustments made by BLS.) Yet our current reported growth rate is 1.3%. Moreover, some 582,000 of those estimated workers were part-time.
The BLS also conducts a survey of job growth based on a sampling of business payrolls. This estimate has declined in each of the last three months, from 181,000 to 142,000 to September's total of 114,000. It isn't just that the two surveys differ - they often do. But not by this much. And the fact that recent payrolls detect falling job growth contrasts starkly with the September household survey's stratospheric increase.
Private-sector forecasters each have their own individualized reasons for thinking that the BLS has lost its marbles. My firm, Access Advertising, is a national leader in placing truck-driver recruiting ads. We compile the Driver Recruiting Index (DRI), which estimates the demand for commercial drivers in real time by sampling classified driver ads in 32 major-metropolitan newspapers throughout the country. The DRI has been declining on a year-over-year basis throughout 2012 and by 10-20% since June. In September, the DRI fell by an average of over 14% compared to August. In order to believe the 7.8% figure, I would have to believe that the agency has detected a major economic expansion from which trucking - which carries two-thirds of the nation's freight - is somehow excluded. This is wildly unlikely.
Here is a sampling of characterizations of the 7.8% unemployment rate and the 873,000 job gain in the household survey: "Must be an anomaly;" "statistical anomaly;" "just a fluke;" "statistical quirk;" "implausible;" "almost certainly a statistical fluke;" "huge statistical outlier on the upside;" "not reality;" "an aberration." All of these comments come from respected economists, forecasters and consultants, one of whom is a former director of the Congressional Budget Office. Some of them are known to be supporter of the Obama administration. None are rabid anti-administration partisans.
Suppose you are Hilda Solis, Obama-appointee as head of BLS. It is 8AM, Oct. 5. You have just been handed the report including the 7.8% unemployment and 870,000 household survey figures. You should: 1. order a double-check of all relevant data generation and calculation. 2. (assuming your results checked out) accompany a press release with an announcement that your sampling procedures produced one estimate that defies common sense. 3. Advise the public that no weighty conclusions be drawn from the 7.8% unemployment estimate, since it is highly suspect. 4. Invite scrutiny of your methods, results and checks by any interested parties.
What did the BLS do? Apparently, none of the above. Instead, they simply released the results with no special emphasis. (Later, Ms. Solis even refused to cast doubt on the suspect estimates and even defended them, somewhat obliquely.) This had the effect of inviting the general public, the press and even sophisticated analysts to take the information at face value. Quite a few people did. Others viewed it as a slap in the face. And some of those started to question the honesty of the whole process.
Why did the BLS do nothing instead of the right things? Their inaction may have been due to political bias or to bureaucratic inertia. In this case, the outcome of a Presidential election might ride on the procedures for handling a foul-up like this.
But the point would apply just as strongly if the data had been released on Nov. 7 or any other day. There are always important matters riding on the content of government data releases, and people want to believe that government employees are acting in good faith and providing reliable information. The best way to convince people that the government is here to help them is to go out of your way to do just that.
Brad Furnish is an Economist and he works as the Chief Economist at Access Advertising.
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4 th Generation Texan
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October 18, 2012 4:19pm
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October 18, 2012 2:12pm
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Muse you are way off base. Obama thinks there are 57 states, so they thought they were leaving out 8 states which would have made the unemployment number 5.8%. Dummies can't even get that right. And you are going to vote for ...
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Muse you are way off base. Obama thinks there are 57 states, so they thought they were leaving out 8 states which would have made the unemployment number 5.8%. Dummies can't even get that right. And you are going to vote for Obama again? Some of those on the Floresville city council are smarter than The Big 0. Well, maybe not.
The Marcelina Muse
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October 18, 2012 2:06pm
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Hhhhmmmm. Maybe if you include all the states, like California for instance, the figure would be more accurate. The huge jump in unemployed just reported included California. Just a small oversight. Close enough for Obama government ...
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Hhhhmmmm. Maybe if you include all the states, like California for instance, the figure would be more accurate. The huge jump in unemployed just reported included California. Just a small oversight. Close enough for Obama government work.
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Bridgett Garrison, RN, BSN
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From Bridgett Garrison's patient who sent her flowers after his discharge home from CCDU and subsequently nominated her for the DAISY Award: I am not exactly certain what the DAISY Award is; however if it is an honor for a person that goes out of their way to calm and assist others and is given in recognition of excellent work and service, then I wholeheartedly nominate Nurse Bridgett Garrison to become a recipient of that award. I met Ms. Garrison shortly after being admitted and during her shifts, Bridgett gave me a quality of care, compassion and understanding that allowed me to relax. Normally, I would not respond to a younger person telling me what to do, when to do it, how to do it, and that I needed to do as she instructed without questioning her Ms. Garrison put me at ease almost immediately; was professional, confident and put an old man in his place a few times with compassion, understanding and I believe it was genuine caring emotion. This young lady took the fear from an older man and made me want to get better so that I did not disappoint her. There was never any question in my mind who was in charge and her exuding confidence and explanations of why things were taking place in the order they were, was necessary. She was honest with me in all aspects of her care and I sincerely appreciated the opportunity to be in her charge. North Kansas City Hospital is very lucky to have persons working for their facility of the quality of Ms. Garrison. Frankly, several nurses at the facility were outstanding, but Ms. Garrison stood out and above the remainder of the crowd. She cares about her work and it is demonstrated in every aspect of her duties. She does not merely perform them, she enjoys doing them and makes the person she deals with feel wanted, needed and worthy. She truly puts love and compassion into her job and deserves to be recognized for doing so.
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Archive for Thursday, September 20, 2007
School calendar
Thursday/September 20
¢ Book fair at Nottingham Elementary School.
¢ Senior graduation supply meeting, Eudora High School.
¢ Open House for students in kindergarten to second grade, Nottingham Elementary School, 6:30 p.m.
Friday/September 21
¢ Registration deadline for ACT.
Tuesday/September 25
¢ Eudora High School sophomore ring order meeting.
Wednesday/September 26
¢ Senior graduation supply orders, Eudora High School.
¢ PDC, Eudora Middle School, 3:30 p.m.
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Mill Creek's Carson Simpson clears 11 feet, 1 inch in the pole vault during the Region 7-AAAAA track and field meet Monday afternoon at Collins Hill. Simpson won the region title with a final vault of 11-6.
Jaws are dropping outside Victoria's Secret tonight - but there's nothing risque at Jordan Creek Town Center-- It's another pack-'em'-in event designed to get Iowans talking about the Drake Relays.
Over the last few years, Drake Relays officials have been thinking so far out of the box, they're not even in the stadium. And the crowds can't get enough.
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Federal Transit Administrator Peter Rogoff signs the final funding agreement for the MAX bus rapid transit system at the Midtown Arts Center on Monday.
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The final piece of the city's long-awaited $87 million Mason Street transportation corridor fell into place Monday capping off a nearly two-decade effort to bring rapid transit to the city.
Federal Transit Administrator Peter Rogoff signed the funding agreement providing $54.5 million to the Mason Express bus rapid transit system, known as MAX, which the city says will transport commuters at twice the speed it would take to drive on College Avenue.
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enXco Dedicates Shiloh II Wind Project
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Escondido, Calif.-based enXco, an EDF Energies Nouvelles company, has dedicated the Shiloh II Wind Project, marking the completion of development and construction on California's newest wind project in the Montezuma Hills Wind Resource Area of Solano County.
The 150 MW Shiloh II Wind Project, developed and owned by enXco, consists of 75 2 MW REpower wind turbines, and is the largest global installation of the REpower MM92 turbine.
Pacific Gas and Electric Co. will purchase the power generated under a 20-year power purchase agreement. The project stretches over 6,100 acres of farmland, 98% of which remains usable for farming and ranching. enXco Service Corp. will provide operations and maintenance services.
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A warning this is a bit bandwidth intense, I might try and find a better method of uploading these photos without losing to much quality.
I've had a love/hate relationship with this simulator for many years now. I started off on FSX on a laptop with keyboard and mouse, needless to say the passion died pretty soon. Fast forward 18months and I took it up again as a training aid to for my RL pilot training. This time I went out and bought a joystick, and while fun, the 'immersion' factor simply wasn't there because of poor frame rates (party due to my laptop, party due to me not bothering to tweak,) and playing on a 15 inch screen.
Thanks to fellow GONers I've rekindled the love. FSX, on a decent rig, with a few payware addons is really a sight to behold. I've taken to just flying around, seeing the sights and snapping shots. It's kind of like the navs we used to do where they would tell you a destination and you would go out and take a picture of it to prove you'd actually been there.
I intend to put to good ones in this thread to share.
If anyone else has nice screenies please share also, I know there's a few people on here who fly and it would be great to see what you all have.
My Cessna parked out the front of RACWA, Perth Jandakot - I've enjoyed many a overpriced meal in the second story cafe.
My Cessna again parked out of TAC, where I did my pilot training. Unfortunately the company went into administration in late 2010 so the only place you'll see it these days is the digital world.
A view to Jandakot airport (YPJT)
A look to the Perth CBD from just north of Jandakot airport.
The little ultra light trike on approach into Perth airport. (YPPH)
Overflying the CBD in the trike, with Kings Park and UWA just behind.
A sneaky shot of Subiaco Oval, unfortunately the games not on.
Wide shot of Rottnest Island, just a short 10 minute trip from the mainland.
Decided to do a quick touch and go on the airstrip of Rottnest (YRTI), I'm bulk high, so sideslipping it in. Gotta keep the nose down to avoid a stall.
Mandurah Coastline from the cockpit of the Grummin. I love how this plane handles and the look of the cockpit
Outside views of the Grummin, nice weather today. Shiny
Heading away from Suburbia, a shot over Cervantes and Namburg National Park - Home of the pinnacles.
The 737 coming onto the northern Tassy coastline from bass straight. Slowing down using the air brake. Think there was an issue with my landing gear as it wouldn't retract.
Hard to see, but was lined up for takeoff at Launceston airport (YMLT.) I think the pilot of the Bombarder is running late and getting a little ansy
Takeoff from Launceston airport (YMLT) in the 747. Not my favorite airliner but still nice.
So far I've really only explored very small parts of WA and Tassy - keen to see some spots in the rest of Aus. If anyone has any suggestions for good landmarks let me know!


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I received my order yesterday. The UPS folks took their own sweet time, but was the wait ever worth it. I tried a Novus Cookie dough bar for a snack in the afternoon. My only mistake was trying to eat it too close to lunch, those things are huge compared to others. I really enjoyed the bar, next time I try the mint.
I finished off the last of my nasty whey product pre-workout. The Opticen Chocolate was my pwo drink. While more than I am used to drinking pwo, it was fantastic. Thick and sweet, but not too sweet. I will have to be careful or I will use it up too quickly.
I finished the evening with some Nitrean. I have missed the smooth flavor of Nitrean Vanilla. It was a great way to end the day.
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NAPLES, Fla. -- The Florida Highway Patrol says a 26-year-old driver crashed into a parked fire truck while reaching down to grab his cell phone.
Firefighters had parked the truck on the road to tend to a medical emergency in North Naples on Sunday when Sean P. Smith crashed into it.
Battalion Chief Al Duffy says the truck's emergency lights were on and cones had been set up behind the truck. No one was inside the truck when the crash happened.
The Naples Daily News reports the collision caused about $50,000 worth of damage to the fire truck and about $10,000 in damage to Smith's 2004 Mazda RX8.
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Scenic Airlines
|Boulder City Airport
|Fleet size
|16 (DHC-6 Twin Otter) [1]
|Parent company
|Grand Canyon Airlines[2]
|Paradise, Nevada
|Key people
|(President, CEO)
Scenic Airlines is an American regional airline based in Paradise, Nevada, USA. It operates sightseeing flights from Boulder City Airport[3] in Boulder City, Nevada. Scenic is owned by Grand Canyon Airlines since 2008.
Scenic Airlines was started by John & Elizabeth Seibold and their single engine Cessna airplane in North Las Vegas in 1967.[4] Between 1967 and 1993 Scenic Airlines grew to be one of the world's largest fixed-wing air tour operations.[5] In 2000, John Seibold was recognized by the Las Vegas Review Journal as being one of the most influential businessmen in Las Vegas in the previous 100 years.[5] In 1977, Scenic Airlines purchased the design and manufacturing rights to turboprop-powered conversions of the Cessna 402 and Cessna 414 from American Jet Industries.[6][7] In 1983, the airline co-developed modifications to the de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter to make it more suitable for use as an air tour airplane.[4][5] The airline eventually moved to Las Vegas's McCarran International Airport.[4]
In 1993 the Seibolds sold the airline to SkyWest Airlines[citation needed] and it continued to see growth until it merged with Eagle Canyon Airlines in 1998.[4] In spring 2006, citing rising fuel costs, the airline announced it would be ceasing scheduled passenger operations to focus on its sightseeing flights, thus abandoning its scheduled services using its fleet of three Beechcraft 1900 aircraft. Almost all of the scheduled service routes were Essential Air Service routes and were picked up by US Airways, operated by Air Midwest.
On March 29, 2007, Scenic Airlines was sold to Grand Canyon Airlines and today the airline operates from the Boulder City Airport providing services to Grand Canyon West, Grand Canyon, Page, Arizona, Monument Valley, Utah, and Rainbow Bridge, Utah. Scenic Airlines continues sightseeing service to the Grand Canyon every day of the year.
On March 19, 2009 Scenic Airlines moved its operations at the Boulder City Municipal Airport(BLD) into the companies new Boulder City Aerocenter, a 30,000 sq ft (2,800 m2) terminal.[8]
Although operations have been merged both Scenic and Grand Canyon have been operating under two operating certificates.[2] Scenic will no longer exist after April 30, 2009 when both airlines will be merged and operate under the Grand Canyon Airlines operating certificate.[2]
Scheduled flight destinations[edit]
Scheduled sightseeing destinations[edit]
Since it was founded in 1966, Scenic Airlines has experienced at least five fatal accidents.
- On October 16, 1971 a Scenic Airlines Cessna 402 en route from North Las Vegas Airport to the Grand Canyon crashed while attempting to turn away from poor weather conditions on a sightseeing tour. The pilot and all nine passengers were killed.[10]
- On November 30, 1975 a flight from Ely, Nevada to Elko, Nevada in a Scenic Cessna 402 crashed in poor weather due to improper IFR procedures. The pilot and the sole passenger were killed.[11]
- On July 21, 1980 a Cessna 404 Titan departing the Grand Canyon Airport for Phoenix, Arizona experienced an engine failure on take-off due to foreign material, improper maintenance, and improper procedures. All eight persons aboard (seven passengers and one crew member) were killed.[12]
- On September 20, 1996 a Cessna T207A operated by Scenic Airlines was being re-positioned at night from Grand Canyon, Arizona to St. George, Utah. For reasons undetermined, the airplane collided with the top of a 4,600-foot (1,400 m) bluff killing the sole occupant.[13]
- On October 8, 1997 a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan operated by Scenic Airlines departed Montrose, Colorado for a flight to Page, Arizona. While climbing at the normal rate of climb to 15,400 feet (4,700 m), the airplane disappeared from radar. The wreckage was located among pine trees and exhibited evidence of a steep descent angle consistent with a stall or spin. All eight passengers and pilot were killed.[14]
- The wreckage of the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan crash sits at the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott Arizona, Robertson Crash Laboratory where it is used by the students of the crash investigation class taught by Safety Science Professor William D.Waldock.
- ^ Sceninc Airlines Fleet Information
- ^ a b c Petition from Grand Canyon Airlines to the US Department of Transportation[dead link]
- ^ Flight International 12-18 April 2005
- ^ a b c d "Scenic Airlines history". Archived from the original on 11 May 2008.
- ^ a b c "Part III: A City In Full". Las Vegas Review Journal. Archived from the original on 19 July 2012.
- ^ Taylor 1989, p.793
- ^ Gunston 1993, p.270
- ^ Spillman, Benjamin (2009-03-20). "Happy landings in Boulder City". Retrieved 2009-04-28.
- ^ Scenic Airlines schedule
- ^ Summary of NTSB report into the crash of Cessna 402 N3250Q retrieved 22 January 2009.
- ^ Summary of NTSB report into the crash of Cessna 402 N52SA retrieved 22 January 2009.
- ^ Summary of NTSB report into the crash of Cessna 404 N2683S retrieved 22 January 2009.
- ^ Summary of NTSB report into the crash of Cessna T207A N6468H retrieved 22 January 2009.
- ^ Summary of NTSB report into the crash of Cessna 208B Caravan N12202 retrieved 22 January 2009.
- Gunston, Bill (1993). World Encyclopedia of Aircraft Manufacturers. Annapolis: Naval Institute Press.
- Taylor, Michael J.H. (1989). Jane's Encyclopedia of Aviation. London: Studio Editions.
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Lil Wayne is reportedly gearing up to digitally release his forthcoming album C4 at midnight on Sunday, August 28th following his performance at the MTV VMAs, with physical copies hitting stores that Monday. It can be likened to what Jay-Z and Kanye West did with the Watch The Throne project or even, what Wayne himself did when he issued I Am Not a Human Being whilst behind bars. Check Young Carter's statement below:
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So you've finally found a position that looks perfect for you and you're going to fire off an application.
Before you do so, however, take some time to think about your CV and whether it will give you the best opportunity to get that all important interview. There could very well be a large number of people equally interested in the same position, so you need to make sure your CV gets noticed above the others.
Below are some things to think about when putting your CV together.
- Presentation and easy-to-read content is key– some positions e.g. Web Designers allow for (and probably expect) an element of creativity in the look of a CV, however in the main, a simple font (Arial 10/11) and bold headings (Arial 11/12) will more than suffice. Also, bullet point where possible to avoid long paragraphs. (There are plenty of example templates available for you to use if you search online – Totaljobs have some decent examples)
- Length IS important – the general rule of thumb is that your CV should be between 2-4 pages long. Anything longer means you've probably gone into too much detail. Think of your CV as hors d'oeuvre, a teaser – it needs to contain enough information to generate an interest, but not too much that leaves you with nothing to talk about in an interview!
- Tailor your experience to the requirements of the position – if a role requires X, then highlight your experience in X. There's no point elaborating on Y & Z when they're not relevant.
- Achievements, achievements, achievements – when your CV is being reviewed, the question being asked is "what can you do for me?" So don't just list your responsibilities, pay more attention to your achievements e.g. improvements, efficiencies, cost savings, revenue generated etc
- Remove clichéd attributes – if your profile statement contains one of the following; "hardworking", "team player or can work alone", "good communicator", "I always give 100%", "can use my own initiative" then delete immediately. They don't really mean much and countless others will have said the same thing.
- Contact details – you'll be amazed how many CVs don't contain any contact information. How can anyone let you know that they desperately want to meet you? Address, telephone number, email address should be available as standard.
- Chick your spolling – if there's one thing that will get your CV rejected faster than you can say "spellchecker" it's having spelling/grammatical errors. All word processing packages have spell checkers so use them. When you think you've finished and checked everything, give it someone else to read. You'll be amazed how many things you can miss.
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Vickers 'Viscount' airliner, 1953.
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Model (scale 1:48). The Viscount was the first aircraft powered by gas turbine (turboprop) engines to enter regular airline service. The first flight took place on 18th April 1953 with British European Airways (BEA) on the London-Rome-Athens-Nicosia route. The success of the aeroplane was largely due to its Rolls-Royce 'Dart' engines, which transmitted little vibration or noise to the passenger compartments compared with reciprocating engines, which made the Viscount popular with passengers.
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It was a bit of an annoying shift, until I found myself reaching for a pair of sunglasses as I left the gym at 6 PM. It hasn't been fully light out that far into the waking, working, running-errands-hours since, like, last September. It felt marvelous—and, also, like a perfectly good excuse to buy a new pair of shades. The circular ones that were everywhere this fashion week will be my choice. Kitschy and glamorous, they pack both polish and punch. I'm obsessed.
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Kitchain: A Modular Kitchen For Big Communal Meals
What's better than cooking and eating with friends? Cooking and eating with lots of friends. This new project lets you bring the home cooking and eating experience anywhere, and create a communal eating experience wherever you are.
Planning a large dinner party? Or a very large dinner party? Or a small dinner party, for that matter?
Check out Kitchain, a modular kitchen system for communal meals. Kitchain is made up of several different units, each with its own function, which can be linked to create a cooking and dining area for groups of any size. There are units for range-top cooking and for grilling, each complete with a toolkit of cookware and utensils. There's also a bar, a mini-market, a cash register, and a cleaning-up station. You just pick the elements you want, link them together with dining tables, and enjoy one of humanity's most longstanding traditions: sharing a meal with friends old and new.
Kitchain, designed by Benedetta Maxia and António Louro, was originally created for the Belluard Bollwerk festival in 2011. This month it was set up at the Artefact arts festival in Leuven, Belgium, where it seems to have been a hit. It's not for sale, but you can reserve it for your own event through the project's website. The Kitchain crew will come and cook for you or you can ask them to set it up in "DIY" mode so people can prepare their own food.
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Sounds good. When I was growing up we used to have frequent big meals for extended family and neighbors. There was always a variety of excellent freshly brewed coffees and teas and excellent drinks, from pre-prandials to liquers, and home made desserts. The odors were marvelous, the conversation lively, civil and intelligent, serious with regular burst of humor. And we were not rich! The meals were held at the shared double decker home of two aunts and uncles. The place had three kitchens, each with a different meal being prepared. My mother and aunts were excellent cooks, as was my father and one uncle, but the women did not want the men in the kitchens for these meals, the men being, as they put it, more trouble than they were worth. The women preparing the meals ran from a crew of about nine to about fifteen. The shared work made it easy for the cooking women to sit frequently for long stretches with all the others in attendance, enjoying a meal cooked in a kitchen different from where they had labored. Of course one of my aunts was a success in catering, my mother often helped when English sandwiches and puddings were required, and another aunt was a master baker.My relatives were all raised in Ireland but my mother learned everything about English specialties from a titled English lady neighbor who hosted regular events requiring a preparation crew of non-servant women guests, my mother and some other young girl neighbors included.


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Agulhas Country Lodge has a romantic and dramatic interior which enhances the cosy and intimate atmosphere. Fires blazing in winter to add to the romantic atmosphere. The four-course set menu changes but expect traditional South African cuisine with a twist and country style dinners. The wine list features wine from the southernmost regions in the country, such as Elin and Bredasdorp.
Fresh fish and seafood from the nearby harbour in Struisbaai are a speciality and the restaurant aims to serve delicious, honest and local fair, prepared with the freshest ingredients.
More than just a place to have a great meal, A'la Turka incorporates art, music and culture into the mix, offering a truly memorable and enjoyable dining experience.
Enjoy delectable, exotic Turkish cuisine as you travel deep into the heart of the land. Choose from an exciting menu of freshly-prepared dishes while you listen to music and take in the wonderfully appointed decor.
Strategic lighting creates a relaxing ambience and showcases the antiques and art adorning the hand-painted walls. Be entertained by talented belly dancers as you feast.
A dining experience like no other, A'la Turka is an intriguing place to while away some time.
Bar Bar Black Sheep is a beautiful restaurant set in the picturesque winelands town of Riebeek Kasteel. Slow-cooked country-style cuisine can be enjoyed here and only the freshest locally sourced produce is used. Boutique and garisiste wines are offered and a great selection of other beverages are available. The beautiful setting, great food and relaxed ambience make for a one-of-a-kind dining experience.Bar Bar Black Sheep is open on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings for dinner, seven days a week for lunch and on Saturday and Sunday mornings for breakfast.
The décor exudes style and comfort, delectable meals and alfresco occasions in the sunlit rose garden.
Generous portions of creature comforts such as French toast, beer battered fish and slow roasted oxtail compliments the delicate flavours of locally produced wines.
A jungle gym and kiddies menu favours young palates while adults relax over a refreshing glass of wine and intimate meal.
Peruse the delicious a la carte and buffet menu brimming with local cuisine and excellent award winning wines.
Dine in rustic elegance framed by exposed beams and low ambient lighting with soft copper hue tables draped in traditional patterned tablecloths.
Buffelsdrift specialises in local Karoo cuisine complimented by homemade preserves, chutney, pickles, fresh produce, herbs and bread.
The grand fireplace adds cosy warmth to cold winter evenings and French doors invite the balmy summer evenings in extending out onto the wooden deck.
Wrap the senses in soothing surrounds and delicious cuisine enchanted by the occasional call of the wild at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge in Oudtshoorn.
This country retreat embraces passion, love and tranquillity enticed by fresh country cuisine and decadent wine list. The superb a la carte menu proudly seduces with rolled sirloin served on parmesan mash with a berry and red wine sauce. Vegetarians melt with asparagus and sundried tomato risotto with truffle oil or aglio olio el greco- spaghetti with local olive oil, garlic, fresh basil, grilled haloumi cheese and parmesan shavings.
An idyllic place to relax and enjoy languid lunches and scrumptious breakfasts in the spectacular surrounds of Kamperus.
Serving an array of delicious meals from light lunches, afternoon teas and hearty lunches, diners soak up tranquil surrounds complimented by good food and great coffee.
The Country Kitchen has been dubbed Tuscan and Mediterranean in style. Located in the wine tasting facility of Mont Rochelle vineyards, the restaurant offers relaxed dining, with a slant on Mediterranean fare. This is the perfect spot for an al fresco lunch or cosy dinner. The décor is rustic, from authentic wooden tables to potted herbs, huge candelabra and a cosy fireplace.It might only be a few minutes drive from town but this restaurant is a world apart when it comes to soaking up the sights and sounds of the Winelands. Wine tasting can be conducted at restaurant tables – a perfect way to see which wine goes best with dishes ordered.Alternatively for those wanting more fresh air and relaxation, pick up a picnic basket at the Country Kitchen and take a stroll through the vineyards to the dam, into the rose garden or to the shade of an oak tree and make yourself comfortable. Unpack your basket of delights, a cold bottle of wine, lay back, relax and watch the horse riders meandering along the vineyard paths on their way to enjoying a wine tasting and cellar tour at Mont Rochelle.Open daily from 10:00 to 19:00 (Last seating at 18:00)Dinner Monday and Tuesday at 19:00 (Last seating at 20:30)Closed Wednesday to Sunday for dinner.
Inspired by ingredients from the land and the finest wines of the region, this restaurant serves elegant, yet exciting cuisine in a beautiful, tranquil setting. The fare is a mix between Cape Provencale, contemporary, country-style and fusion cuisine, and delivers in both taste and presentation. A real treat or foodies and wine lovers alike.
Deep in the scenic Robertson Valley is an award-winning restaurant that has diners returning again and again.Enjoy long leisurely lunches with stunning views spanning the vineyards and Sonderend Mountains in the distance.The decor is simple and unpretentious and creates a charming and tranquil atmosphere. A large verandah complete with umbrellas provides a great place to enjoy al fresco dining.Country cuisine is the order of the day, created with care using seasonal ingredients and fresh vegetables and herbs from the garden. Portions are substantial and diners have a superb selection of the finest wines from the Robertson Valley to choose as an accompaniment.
This beautiful fantasy restaurant is aptly set against the backdrop of equally beautiful Magaliesburg, near the Cradle of Humankind. Artwork and sculptures that seem to be from a land of fairytales adorn the interior and garden. There is a great playground for the kids, as well as an aviary, giant puppets and even a 'Fairywinkle' shop with gifts that suit only the finest princes and princesses. Gorgeous food and amazing cocktails round off this experience, and that is what it is - an experience.
Handelshuis is a small, quaint market-like shop and restaurant that transports you to a different era the moment you set foot in the door. The small menu offers good quality, wholesome meals that are made using only the freshest produce ensuring great farm-style flavours. The breakfasts are moreish and definitely recommended. There are regular theatre productions and live entertainment on over weekends, and a three-course dinner together with a show in this quaint venue is an absolute experience.
A wonderfully wild dining experience, the Hippo Hollow restaurant provides a unique setting in which to enjoy superb food and a great atmosphere.
The restaurant provides breakfast, lunch and dinner from a continually updated menu offering local food in all its wonderful forms.
Indulge in classic cakes or take breakfast to another level perusing the extensive menu boasting exceptional choices of this grand affair.
Breakfast offers range from Continental, home-baked breads, cereal, muesli, cheeses, cold meats and hot fare with perfectly silky eggs benedict a must try.
Lunch offers light healthy meals and caters for vegetarians and vegans.
Enjoy a lapse in time at this beautiful Edwardian hotel for a refreshingly relaxed approach to dining.
Julio's Continental Restaurant serves generous portions of continental cuisine with a Portuguese influence in a simple and quaint restaurant synonymous with locals.
With outdoor seating and enclosed bar, patrons can relax enjoying tasty food at reasonable prices.
Julio's Continental Restaurant embraces the Glenwood scene with amazing food at reasonable prices giving locals and visitors the time to catch up with friends enjoying the company of good food and laughter.


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#8- The number eight represents the eighth Chivas USA home game of the season that you DON'T want to miss! Come down and celebrate Father's Day as Chivas USA takes on Real Salt Lake with our special Father's Day Pack. You'll get four tickets PLUS a drink for dad (beer or soft drink) for the low price of $56! On a budget? Submit your best photo of you and your dad to our Father's Day Photo Contest and be entered to win four field level seats, a personalized jersey for your dad, $100 HDC gift card PLUS free parking! It doesn't get any sweeter than that! Enter now!
Colombian forward Juan Pablo Angel receives his fourth nomination to MLS All-Star Team after stellar performances in the six games (four starts) he has played this season with the Red-and-White after missing five games early this season due to concussion symptoms. The first MLS All-Star Team participation for Angel came in 2007, just as the 36 year-old striker began his MLS career with New York Red Bulls. In his first All-Star game, Angel faced Scottish Premier League Celtic FC, scored one goal and was named the game's Most Valuable Player. Angel received his second consecutive call-up in 2008 and later in 2010. So far this season, Angel has scored two goals with the Goats, the latest being against his former team New York Red Bulls on May 23 at Red Bull Arena and leads the team with 19 shots and eight shots on goal. His performance and goal in the 1-1 draw with the Red Bulls earned him a nomination to MLS Goal of the Week and named him Futbol MLS' Latino of the Week.
Ecuadorian midfielder Oswaldo Minda joined Chivas USA in the offseason, just days after being crowned league champion in his native country. Since then, Minda has made a strong impact in the Red-and-White midfield, proving to be just what the team needed. So far in the season, Minda has played 11 games (all starts), missing only two games due to accumulation of yellow cards and international duty (CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers.) Just last April 16, Minda scored his first MLS career goal (23rd career goal), which led to Chivas USA's 1-0 win over Toronto FC in BMO Field. For that goal, Minda was named Futbol MLS' Latino of the Week for Week 6. Check out Minda first goal with the Red-and-White:
Nick LaBrocca receives his second consecutive MLS All-Star Team nomination as the midfielder has proven himself on the field this season, playing 12 games (all starts) with Chivas USA before a hamstring injury paused his season. Just last year, LaBrocca finished the season with eight goal scores, sharing the top spot with Justin Braun. Currently, LaBrocca sits behind forward Juan Pablo Angel with most shots (17) and shots on goal (6) and has already began scoring this year. His first goal of the season came on April 7th, as the New Jersey native scored the winning goal in Chivas USA's second consecutive road win at Portland Timbers. Check out his goal:
Defender James Riley joined Chivas USA during the 2011 MLS Expansion Draft after three successful years with Seattle Sounders FC and now receives his first MLS All-Star Team nomination. Since his integration to the club, Riley has helped lead the team to be among the top four best back lines in the Western Conference (seventh overall). He has played in 13 games (all starts), and so far, has two assists, that includes Juan Agudelo's first goal with the club in the team's last match vs Seattle Sounders on May 26, match that earned him a spot in MLSsoccer.com's Team of the Week for Week 12.
Goalkeeper Dan Kennedy receives his first MLS All-Star nomination this year as the 29 year-old Goat has had a stellar year with the Red-and-White. So far in the 2012 season, Kennedy sits among the top four goalkeepers in the league with 47 saves in the 13 games he has played (all starts) and currently holds a 1.08 goals against average (same as league goalkeeping leader Andy Gruenebaum of Columbus Crew.) Because of Kennedy's heroics, he has been nominated for MLS Save of the Week four times this season and was named MLS Player of the Week on April 16 after the team's 1-0 victory against Toronto at BMO Field.
#9- That's the number of games Venezuelan forward Alejandro Moreno has played with Chivas USA in this 2012 MLS regular season! Alejandro is just one match away from tying with Coach Robin Fraser as the top 38 players with most games played and is 25 games from being among the top 25 (among Goats Jimmy Conrad and Jesse Marsch.) Earlier this season, Moreno scored his 51st MLS career goal, matching fellow compatriot Giovanni Savarese as top Venezuelan goal scorer in the league. Check out Alejandro's first goal of this season:
#10- Lucky number ten is the amount of wins Chivas USA has over Real Salt Lake for an overall record of 10-7-4 (W-L-T). Our #10 Goat Nick LaBrocca also takes part of today's countdown, as the New Jersey native has already scored one goal in the season. Just last season, LaBrocca led the Red-and-White with eight goals, splitting the number one spot with forward Justin Braun.
#11- That's Juan Agudelo's jersey number! The talented, young striker joined the club on Thursday, May 17, and has already made an impact in the Red-and-White attack. So far, Agudelo has disputed two games with Chivas USA (all starts), and has scored his first goal with the club just nine days after his acquisition in the 1-1 draw with Seattle Sounders at The Home Depot Center. On gameday, make sure to watch out for our Gameday Program which will feature Agudelo! You can also get to know Agudelo by following him on Twitter: @JAgudelo11
Ecuadorian midfielder Oswaldo Minda and Canadian defender Ante Jazic are out for international duty as both teams prepare for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
Minda was on the bench for the Ecuadoran National Team as the team fell 4-0 to Argentina in the fourth CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifying match. With the loss, Ecuador fell two spots in the standings and is currently in sixth place with six points, having to be among the top four in order to automatically qualify to the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. Up next for 'La Tri' is their fifth match against fifth place Colombia.
Meanwhile Jazic started and played 88 minutes in Canada's scoreless draw with the U.S. National Team in last Sunday's friendly match at BMO Field. The 'Reds' will now prepare for their first match as part of CONCACAF'S World Cup Qualifying round this Friday, June 8 against Cuba in Havana. Also taking part of Canada's Group C is Honduras and Panama.


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Last year, Felipe Montes was deported to Mexico. Now the Allegheny County Department of Social Services wants to terminate his rights to his three U.S. citizen children. Felipe's children are just three of thousands that are being permanently separated from their parents by a broken immigration system and a patchwork of child welfare systems.
If we put enough pressure on the Allegheny County DSS and on the North Carolina Division of Social Services, we have a chance to reunify three boys with their father and keep them out of a precarious existence in the foster care system.
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Hot Links: It's Laugh Time Edition
Alright, here are the funniest things in rap over the last week. Take a 15 minute break and have a laugh.
Big Ghost Chronicles: The 5th Annual 10 Softest Rappers In the Game
The Big Ghost Chronicles is thee greatest rap blog ever made, even better than the one you are reading. Big Ghost talks about everything we wanna hear, from how wack your favorite MC is to how wack our favorite MC is.
Every year, blogger Big Ghost, put out the list of the softest rappers in the game and this list tops them all. Here is a small preview:
"10. J Cole ...aka Nap King Cole aka Young Eeyore aka The Bokeem Woodbine of Rap aka the poor man's Drake. Ayo Jermaine is bitter bout sumthin b...nobody really understands what tho. You would think that any mediocre a** rapper/mediocre a** producer would jus be happy to be the first muthaf**** signed to the worlds most famous n****'s label n s***. But naw...that aint good enough for Diet Drizzy b. Son still poses for pictures like somebody snapped all his crayolas in half... Son frowns like he jus rode his seatless bike to the 7-Eleven to buy a slurpee n they only had Sprite flavor left n s***."
Brian Mcknight Previews New Song For Adult Mixtape
To the shagrin of all the traditional upscale R&B fans out there, Brian McKnight put out this video of him singing some extra adult themed love songs. I don't care if this is serious or not and I don't care that this is Brian Mcknight, this is just funny to me. And if he really releases this as a single and makes this mixtape, good for him.
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Wayne Brady is a better Freestyler Than You
Wayne Brady was recently on Sway In The Morning and they put him up to the challenge of the Five Fingers Of Death. No, this is not the worst doctors appointment ever, it's where the DJ plays five completely different beats and the guest MC has to freestyle over them all without stopping.
If you've ever seen Mr. Brady on Who's Line Is It Anyway?, you already know he is one of the best at improv and those skills translate well to the mic. He kills it and all you local MCs, yeah, he wins.
Kanye West - Way Too Cold ft. DJ Khaled (Explicit)
Last week Kanye dropped the new joint "Theraflu", which he quickly had to rename to "Way Too Cold". The song is a banger even though most people haven't realized it yet because when I play it no one dances like crazy to it. ANYWAY... this fan made video is one of the greatest videos I've ever seen.
It shows to true aspirations that a young rapper has when he imagines himself on the top of the rap game. Basically it's a 4 year old kid rapping this song with a white girl and it's hilarious.
No Requests? Really?
And finally, this picture has been floating around the internets and many DJs have been championing this picture as something they wish they could do. You get it. When the drunk party goer comes up to a DJ and asks for a song that has no relevance to the music they are playing.
BUT, if you are a DJ and played Moves Like Jagger or any Drake within the last year, you do not count. Why would they ask you to play their favorite song when you are already playing it? Sit down.
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Really looking forward to seeing you guys play this evening in Lux! About to leave on my 300 km trip to the concert!! c y'all there!!
Hi Ben
I don't know whether you ever look at the fans'posts - however I'd like to say a few things and it seems like the best way.
I heard you first in London, then in Nijmegen, Berlin and at Opener Festival - with my husband we were following PJ on their tour
My husband and I we were both really impressed - by the music, performance etc. We named you THE KING OF HARD ROCK BLUES and so you are to us. You are a living proof that rock will be for ever a source of inspiration and that the great rock is a fertile soil!
I am not so much into the new music (like hot chip or crystal castles and such like)- and it was such a relief to hear you.
We spent the week end surfing the net looking for your recordings and I decided to register on your website
We also loved your softer side - skin thin, better way, sexual healing - very much so :)
We were very much disappointed when we checked out the line up at Lisbon and saw that you wont be there :(
We can't wait till we see you again - I hope you will come back to Poland very soon or at least somewhere near like Berlin Wuhlheide or Prague...
today I have written to my favourite DJ on Polish Radio 3 recommending your music...I said that it's absolute shame and disgrace that a musician of your calibre has never been played... (I have not done this ever before :)I hope that it will change soon
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|Location: 170km NNE of Bathsheba, Barbados
Date: February 18, 2014
Time: 09:27:13 UTC; 3:27:13 am CST
Latitude: 14.65 N
Longitude: 58.95 W
Magnitudes: 6.5 Mw
Depth:16.9 km
Distance: 37.7 deg (2,603 miles from Milwaukee)
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Civil Unrest and Other Incidents
What types of civil
unrest or other incidents might occur?
Civil or political unrest, industrial accidents, and terrorist attacks are a few of the unexpected and unpredictable events that can occur anywhere at any time. As these incidents are often hard to anticipate, it is important that you be prepared for a wide variety of events. The suggestions below may be of use in helping prepare you and your family for one of these events, should they occur.
What is
civil unrest?
One of the most common incidents that Americans in Mexico encounter is an episode of political or civil unrest. Civil or political unrest usually takes the form of mass protests by groups seeking changes in government policy or solutions to adverse social situations. In many instances, civil unrest can occur with little or no warning. However, episodes of civil unrest can also erupt from organized protests that had every intention of being peaceful. In May of 2006, a teacher's union held an annual protest in Oaxaca's main plaza. The protests normally lasted a few weeks before dissolving. However, after confrontations with police forces, the normally peaceful protest turned into an occupation of the city center. This resulted in the disruption of travel, access to public areas, and many services to both residents and tourists alike.
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civil unrest or an incident that threatens my safety and security
Protests, marches, or other events that threaten your safety and security could occur in cities and towns across Mexico. While most protests are nothing more than peaceful demonstrations, the possibility always exists that episodes of civil unrest could result from them. While no locale in the country is immune from the possibility of civil unrest, some areas have experienced more episodes than others. These areas include the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, and Oaxaca, where sporadic outbursts of politically motivated violence have occurred in recent years. If you reside near factories or other industrial sites, your location may be more susceptible to experiencing an industrial accident. In addition, those living near high profile establishments such as government buildings and large commercial centers should be more aware of the possibility of terrorist attacks or criminal activity.
What can I do to prepare for the possibility of civil unrest or other incident?
- Create an emergency plan. This includes establishing meeting points, should any family members become separated, evacuation routes, and collecting a disaster kit. For more information on creating an emergency plan and a disaster kit, please visit www.Ready.gov.
- Register your trip with the nearest Embassy or Consulate. In the event of an emergency, American consular officers can assist you by warning you of possible crises, keeping you updated on events in the area, helping you contact friends and family in the US, and even making evacuation plans when necessary. To register, visit https://travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs/ui/
What can I do to protect myself during or following a period of civil unrest or other incident?
- Stay informed. Pay close attention to local television and radio broadcasts and articles in local newspapers. In addition, listen for warnings and alerts issued by local governments, police, or civil protection agencies.
- If you know that a protest or demonstration is going to occur at a certain place or time, or you are aware that an incident affecting health and safety has occurred, make every effort to avoid the affected area.
- Plan alternate routes to work, school, or any other destination that you might frequent.
- Should an episode of unrest or any incident cause a disruption to electrical, water, or sanitation services, you should have enough food and water to sustain you and your family for at least three days. (For more information on preparing a disaster kit, please visit www.Ready.gov).
- It is in your best interest to not participate in any protest. Mexican law prohibits foreigners from participating in any political activity, including protests.
Where can I find out more about civil unrest or other incidents?
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) – Biological Threats: http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/biological.html
- FEMA – Chemical Threats: http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/chemical.html
- FEMA – Explosions: http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/explosions.html
- FEMA – Nuclear Threat: http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/nuclear.html
- FEMA – Radiation Threat: http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/radiation.html
- National System of Civil Protection: http://www.proteccioncivil.gob.mx/ (in Spanish)


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Open Court in February comes from the Australian Open in Melbourne Park. CNN's Candy Reid chats with Grand Slam winner Serena Williams following her recent foot injury, on a range of topics including the player's comeback and future in the game and the promotion of her fashion and jewelry range.
Full transcript from the interview on Open Court and an image for your use are below:
For a preview of the interview online, please go to http://edition.cnn.com/video/?/video/sports/2011/01/27/reid.s.williams.foot.injury.sot.cnn
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Serena Williams' interview airs on CNN's OPEN COURT on Feb 10 at 2030, Feb 11 at 0230, Feb 12 at 1530, Feb 13 at 0000, 0730, 1230, 1630 and Feb 14 at 0330 HKT. For more information, please go to www.cnn.com/opencourt
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CANDY REID, CNN SPORTS ANCHOR: Serena - Thank you so much for giving up your time to us. I just saw you on set there; two hours in a row. You're selling your own products what is it like?
SERENA WILLIAMS, GRAND SLAM WINNER TENNIS PLAYER: Well it's really cool. I love fashion; I went to fashion school and so I love designing things and my whole thing is seeing something on paper and then picking out fabrics and seeing colours and then seeing the end product. It's amazing. It's like a little baby.
REID: Well, you look really passionate out there; you're not just there as a Serena Williams. You really look like you're behind it all. And this is something that you've always wanted to do?
WILLIAMS: Yeah this is something I've always wanted to do. Even when I was younger I remember sewing clothes for my dolls. I always knew how to sew and all that other stuff, so obviously when I went to school and I was able to perfect it and do a little bit better it made a big difference that I already had kind of a background as I was already doing things that were in fashion world
REID: And your mum is your inspiration?
WILLIAMS: Yeah, my mom taught me how to sew and I picked it up easy and it was really easy and I just went forward with it and its fun. I like it.
REID: Now obviously with your career you've had a lot of exposure to the camera, but you're like a seasoned pro out there; you're on for two straight hours. How difficult is it?
WILLIAMS: Sometimes it gets difficult towards the end, but normally it's fine. That was a really exciting segment for me this time because it was all new stuff and all stuff that I love and I really put my heart into and I was really enjoying it, so I really liked it. And I have to go on again, so the more it's another two hours every time it gets a little more tough, but other than that it's good.
REID: The response was worth it.
WILLIAMS: Yeah, the response is worth it. I always try to make things that my fans can enjoy and wear. I have a real body so I know what it's like not to be able to wear clothes or to be able to wear clothes as well, so for me it's fun and I just enjoy making everyone happy.
REID: Is there any thought for the future to make a tennis range?
WILLIAMS: I design now for Nike, so it's pretty cool I live in the best of both worlds; I can design what I wear on the court, I've done that since I actually turned pro so it's been really fulfilling. And in the tennis range I get to do my own thing there. It's like I have two, three, four different jobs.
REID: You do have a lot of different jobs and a lot of off-court activity. You have a school in Africa, or I believe two now.
WILLIAMS: I have two schools in Africa.
REID: So tell us the inspiration for that and tell us what it's all about.
WILLIAMS: Well obviously I'm from Africa; and being African American I don't know exactly where I'm from and I always wanted to find my roots and find out where I came from. So I had a trip in Africa back in 2006 and I really enjoyed it. And then you go over there and you see the mother country and see all the natural resources and the beauty and the people and you just want to help. And so, eventually I was able to team up with HP and they donated computers to the school. We opened two schools in Kenya, which was great, I just opened the second one this year in March, or I did it in March of 2010, so I was really excited about that and it was a wonderful experience because of everything I've done - out of making clothes, winning Grand Slams, winning Championships, winning all four in a row - nothing compared to me opening those schools for those kids that had less than nothing and cutting that ribbon. It was the best moment of my whole career.
REID: And education's a lot of the motivation for that.
WILLIAMS: Yeah, because a lot of the time the rural areas are living like that because they're not properly educated or maybe they are properly educated, but they just don't have the resources or they don't have the teachers, or they don't have the this or that to be able to get out of the area in order to better themselves. Or clear diseases like malaria, these are diseases that should be done with and it's simple like having a bed net or something like that, and so clear all these diseases. And if you give them education then they know and we know what to do with an education and it's good.
REID: Now some people would say that you've done brilliantly on the tennis circuit your bank balance is quite healthy, why do you need to do all this? What would you say?
WILLIAMS: I don't know. I don't know. I mean I can't stay still for ten minutes and I really enjoy it. And a) I really love giving it back, and I love fashion, I love everything. I'm crazy.
REID: Well talking about everything I hear a nail technician is the next thing on your mind.
WILLIAMS: Yeah I'm actually in school to get my licence for my nails and I'm going to school a lot and it's kind of hard because of everything I do it's hard to go to school, but it's fun. I was doing acrylics the other day in class and I was really upset with myself because I couldn't get the smile right. I love doing, like, bling and I love doing the art stuff and I love doing the gel stuff. And I'm doing a collection now with OPI. We're doing a collection that comes out now in January and it's for the whole year; we're doing a Glam Slam collection.
REID: Oh very good. I like that. I've heard that you drink a bit of caffeine to keep you going. Is that true? And you have a certain coffee that you like.
WILLIAMS: Right do we have time? A like large a hazelnut, or vanilla or whatever flavour, soy, sugar-free cappuccino with a quad shot.
REID: So about six things?
WILLIAMS: Six things. It's really ridiculous
REID: Do they get it right?
WILLIAMS: They always get it right. They never even ask twice. I wish I could think of other things to trip people up.
REID: They obviously know you very well.
WILLIAMS: With a shot of espresso.
REID: You need the espresso. So you've got this boot on your foot; can you tell us when you might be back on court?
WILLIAMS: I'm going to be back sooner than later, I hope. This comes of very soon, so by the time this airs this'll probably be off. But I don't know. It's been a real bummer and it's been hard, but I've been trying to go out and do different things like fashion and focussing on my nail thing and focussing what else I can do with my charity work because I get involved with a lot of different charities and I'm trying to open yet another school, so I love giving back. So it definitely is hard being on top and being number one and then having this happen just really, really blows.
REID: It doesn't sound like you have a lot of time to yourself anyway despite this. Have you been watching the tennis? And how do you feel watching the girls?
WILLIAMS: I just feel like, "dang", I could be out there, but obviously I'm happy just to keep going and to be healthy again, so I'm really looking forward to that. And walking.
REID: And walking, that would be a good one. Many consider you to be the best women's tennis player ever. What would you say to that?
WILLIAMS: I can't say to that. It's such huge compliment and, for me, I'm still pretty young and I
just don't think about it. I think "ok, I don't want to think about that right now," cos there's so much more that I want to do in tennis.
REID: And what's that?
WILLIAMS: Just keep playing and keep winning. It's just something that I really enjoy.
REID: You haven't got a number: "I want to win this many majors."
WILLIAMS: I've never had a number. I never thought I'd have...I don't even know how many I have. So, anyway never thought I'd have that many. I just keep going and I enjoy it and I play... And most of all I want to get back to doubles. I really love playing doubles.
REID: With your sister, obviously.
WILLIAMS: We have so much fun on the court.
REID: And you've done so well together.
WILLIAMS: We really enjoy playing and we want to do a little better.
REID: Do you have a year where you just think I'm going to play until that year then I'll evaluate where I want to go from there?
WILLIAMS: No, I don't. I really just keep playing and going on how I feel and how I feel at that moment and just go on from there.
REID: Is there any tournament, finally, that you think "that's when I'm going to return"? I know you've got to miss the Australian Open because of your foot.
WILLIAMS: I'm missing the Australian Open, but I plan to be back in Spring which is a good time; you know, I'll blossom again in the Spring. It'll be fun.
REID: Serena Williams - thank you very much.
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GARDEN VALLEY — Golden Sierra extended its win streak to four after defeating San Juan 2-0 Tuesday in Garden Valley.
The Grizzlies scored twice in succession, two-thirds into the match. The victory came at a price as Alexa Chiaratti suffered a hip injury.
Jockeying for position in the Sierra Delta League standings, Golden Sierra (6-3-1) had trouble with the stubborn Spartan defense which constantly denied the Griz attack led by Erin Anderson, Breeze Baiz, Jazmine Lutey-Willard and Robin Moore.
Tuesday's match featured a Grizzly and Spartan hooking cleats, a halftime prom proposal and plenty of defense. Golden Sierra's backfield of Elise Wilson, Jenna Matyac, Laura Russel, Olivia Costin and Sage McArthur with help from Rachel Hansen and others in front of goalie Jenna Pendzinski weren't seriously challenged.
The Grizzlies won nine corner kicks on the afternoon and nearly converted on the first.
As the match entered its last 20 minutes of play, a 0-0 outcome loomed large but instantly changed when Kaitlyn Swatski gained control and let a 30-yard shot fly back toward the goal that settled inside the far post.
With the lead and renewed energy, Baiz jumped on a deflection for a run on goal and close-range blast under the San Juan goalie as the Grizzlies bumped to a 2-0 advantage, one more than they'd need to secure the win.
Hansen was credited with assists on both scores.