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Graduation, Steps Away
In one month I will be walking with other Class of 2013 graduates at The Evergreen State College's graduation ceremony. I can visualize myself shaking Dr. Purce (our College President)'s hand, my heart in my throat, tears welling up in my eyes, and the overwhelming sense of accomplishment I'll feel when I walk away from that stage knowing I have officially earned my B.A. degree. I can imagine hearing my family cheering me on, looking at my mama and seeing the tears of pride stream down her cheeks as my tears make her image blurry, looking at my husband beaming and feeling his love all the way from across the distance, and seeing my son Alejandro smile, knowing his mommy just did something big.
I feel something else too. Sadness. My heart is aching for the family members who can't be sitting in those seats. When I look across that crowd, there will be three very important people missing…So this accomplishment, as amazing and fulfilling as it feels, also feels very bittersweet.
The road to graduation has been a long, winding road with wonderful yet distracting life events and devastating losses; many changes to my "plan of what to do when I grow up"; and becoming a stronger, empowered, analytical, articulate, information-seeking, more intelligent version of myself.
A Different Path
I remember the day that I decided to go to college back in 1997. I was content with my life at the time. My community work with young Latinas was fulfilling. My work life was fulfilling. As strange as it may sound, up until that point I had never considered a higher education.
High school was something I survived. Those years were some of the worst of my life. I was not an 'A' student — not even close. This wasn't necessarily because I lacked the mental capacity. I was just overwhelmed with trying to meet those lower-level Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: physiological, safety, love/belonging, and self-esteem. With those needs not being met, I couldn't even delve into the self-actualization need.
I don't remember my school counselors encouraging me to be college bound, nor did it seem like a realistic or achievable path for me. My parents told my sisters and I to do well in school, but there was never a discussion about higher education. While other classmates were planning to go on to big universities, I was lucky to graduate and land a job that didn't include flipping burgers. To me, that was success. I landed an internship at a public access television station where I was eventually hired and remained for ten years.
At that year's Hispanic Youth Leadership Workshop, an annual workshop I helped coordinate, our keynote speaker was Dr. Sandra Madrid from the University of Washington's School of Law. I remember how engaging she was during her presentation. She had the entire room charmed with her charisma and inspired by her passion. Afterwards when I thanked her, she asked me about my own career path and educational goals. I sheepishly said I hadn't planned on going to college. She looked me straight in the eye and told me that I deserve an education. It was one of those moments where time stood still and a light bulb went off in my head. Just those words opened up the possibility, and I asked myself — could I be a college student? Could I have a professional career like the many strong women I've admired from afar?
Me – A College Student!
I enrolled at Centralia College shortly after that (1998), full of excitement. It meant I had to say goodbye to many of the community activities I was doing, including my beloved Latina youth group. But my friends supported me and gave me a wonderful send off. Had it not been for an unfortunate situation in which my identity was stolen, for which I had to drop everything and spend months visiting different court houses to clear my name, I could have finished my AA in two years. I was awarded a merit scholarship from the College President that paid for my entire tuition. I never had the chance to use that scholarship.
Years went by, and as they did, life evolved. I got married, changed jobs, and had a child — well two if you count our dog Bella. All the while, I plugged away at my degree part time, moving from community college (South Puget Sound Community College) to a four year institution (Brandman University, formerly known as Chapman University). I was working full time during the day and taking classes at night. It was a very tough schedule, especially when I couldn't tuck Alejandro into bed at night. I always felt guilty leaving him, and I felt guilty when I spent so much time studying and finishing homework when I could be enjoying precious moments with Alejandro and with Andy.
My husband was steadfast in his support. He always reminded me that this sacrifice was only for a little while and that we are building a more sustainable future for our family. I never lost sight of that goal. That was what helped me through the mommy guilt.
When an opportunity came for me to go to school full time, I jumped at the chance so I could start taking day classes. I started at The Evergreen State College in Winter of 2011. I was pregnant at the time with my second baby. It took me a while to get used to the new, self-directed, interdisciplinary, seminar-heavy program format of my new school. But I found that I really loved it and the way I was able to discover so much about so many different subjects, discuss interesting topics and learn from my fellow scholars, be an active part of a learning community, and be in charge of my own educational experience. I value my experience at Evergreen and what it has taught me about myself both as a scholar and as a person.
Personal Tragedy
Life took an unexpected turn last summer (2012) and it nearly derailed my path to graduation.
On August 14, my step-father David Baltazar died suddenly of a heart attack. Although he had a stroke earlier in the year, he had recovered very well and was living a healthy lifestyle. Nobody saw this coming, and of course there was no preparation for what to do in case he passed away. All of us were absolutely devastated — especially my mama. My family, David and mom's friends and church community, and I wrapped ourselves around my mama like a cocoon of support.
David's loss was felt by so many who loved and adored him. Seeing the church packed full of people who loved him the day of the funeral was a true testament to the beautiful person he always was and to the many people whose lives he positively affected. He was the best father possible to my sisters. He was an active, loving grandpa to his many grand kids. He was a generous friend. He was a true soul mate and partner to my mama. He was a genuinely honest, hardworking man that depicted true integrity. I know I will always love him and be grateful that he was in our lives.
I took a week off from school to help with the funeral and then I finished up the quarter. My head wasn't in the class at all, so I was grateful that it was almost over and not as 'brain intensive' as my statistics class or I may not have passed the class.
The weeks that followed felt surreal, but we all tried to gather ourselves up and take the next steps we needed to take in our own lives just as David would have wanted. He always told us to focus on the good in life and to continue moving forward rather than focusing on the negative and the pain. More than anything he never wanted to see us hurt. Mom took David back to Mexico so that he could remain with his mom and brothers and sisters. I got ready for fall quarter. Then I received a phone call…
…And we all fall down…
My baby sister was on the phone and what she shared knocked me to my knees. My sister Esther, the mother of four children and stepmother to one, the grandmother of one child, sister, daughter…had committed suicide. 32 years old. Beautiful person inside and out. Needed. Loved. It was the cruelest, most unfair, most unfathomable thing I could have ever imagined.
That moment was followed by many other awful and painful moments. Calling family members. Making arrangements. Holding onto the youngest victims of this ordeal. Trying to make sense of what can never be understood. Seeing my sister in a way I never thought I would see her. Enduring hurtful comments from people who meant well. Watching my family fall apart…and continue to fall apart.
Every time I thought about Esther and the short lifetime we spent together I just couldn't understand…I couldn't and I didn't want to believe she was out of my life. My sisters and I always had this bond. Since our childhood, no matter what we went through, whether we were fighting or at different places in our lives, we always loved each other fiercely. We protected and fought for each other. This is the Salazar Sister bond…
The pain and the weight of this loss, coupled with the loss of David, has been enough to break our family up into pieces and I don't know if we will ever be the same. This brings me to the third missing family member from my graduation, who unfortunately I cannot talk about. It is far too painful because it is still happening now. This person is a very important part of my life who has chosen a path that I hope one day she can come back from…
I am heartbroken. These deaths and the amount of damage done. The unfortunate collateral damage and innocent victims that didn't deserve any of this. The portrait of the family we once were is something else I mourn everyday.
How Do I Move On?
We are all still trying to put together the pieces of our lives. For me, I didn't know what end was up for a while. I was emotionally raw. I was hurt, angry, emotionally debilitated, full of regret for the moments I didn't get to have and for not being a better older sister and protecting Esther from her own demons. I didn't want to be around people for a while.
I am so grateful I had my youngest son with me when I took the train to Oregon right after Esther's death. Chasing after this active little one was what kept me grounded in reality and pulled me back when the pain became too overwhelming.
So this is where I was faced with a choice.
I had another two weeks before fall quarter started and only three quarters left before graduation. All I wanted was to curl up in a ball and cry until I had no tears left, but being a mom, being a wife, being a sister and a daughter, I knew I had an obligation to pull myself up. I also thought about Esther and David, and the way they supported me and were proud that I was seeking a higher education. I kept hearing them telling me to move forward…only a little bit left to go…don't give up…
The Final Stretch
I'm so glad that I did not give up. School was a welcomed distraction for me. This particular year-long program, with these classmates, and this particular professor, were what I needed. My classmates and I have grown into a close-knit learning community and although I did not divulge my recent losses to more than just a chosen few (including my very understanding professor), this group unknowingly became an important support network for me.
There were many difficult moments during fall quarter as I was learning how to adjust through my grief. My emotions were always just beneath the surface. I did a great job of wearing a mask of strength most of the time, and then there were moments that came out of nowhere that broke that fragile facade. I remember feeling the wind knocked out of me and being unable to control the tears during a photo lecture that included pictures of dead corpses and the writing "I just want to die…"
But I stayed. I stayed and I pushed myself to focus on learning and moving forward. I focused on the life I want with my family. I focused on celebrating all of the special moments with the people that I love. I focused on everything I could besides the pain.
My Love, My Hero…Excuse me while I get sappy…
Through it all, my husband Andy has been my rock. If you have read my chronicles about my educational journey, then you already know that he has moved mountains and supported me every step of this educational path by accommodating my schedule, watching the kids, letting me sleep in when he could tell I was exhausted, holding my hand and pointing out my positive attributes when I felt so stupid and unworthy of being in a scholarly environment. He reminded me again and again that my education is part of OUR DREAM and that I am worthy, and I have everything it takes to succeed…
When David and Esther died, this wonderful husband of mine held me up when my legs could no longer hold me. He let me fall apart and was always there to gently catch me and share his strength. His unconditional love and support knows no bounds and I give thanks every day for allowing me the opportunity to know and love this man. I could not have ever dreamed up a more loving, supportive, amazing partner than Andy Breaux.
Without him, I would not be where I am.
Walking With My Head Held High
This journey is like any other journey worth taking; no part of it has been easy, it was riddled with blood, sweat, and tears, and the heroine of the story found herself at a crossroads at which point she nearly gave up. For my part and what I can control, this story has a happy ending.
I can say that I am unbelievably grateful for all I have in my life and for still being here. This accomplishment is not just for me, it is for my ENTIRE FAMILY. We need to celebrate and to remember that life — although it is unfair and cruel and horrific at times, can also be stunningly beautiful, warm and loving, and fill your heart with so much joy that the bad parts melt away and all you can breathe in is sweetness. I still believe that life is a gift. That may sound cliche, but when you see the dark side of life and witness its destruction, you can also appreciate the light and the beauty in the people and the blessings you have left.
My Reasons for Finishing
I did this so that my children can know that their mom put her mind to something and was able to accomplish it with hard work and determination.
I did this so that my mom, my sisters, my nieces and nephews can see that seeking a higher education is worth it and if I can do it, they can do it too.
I did this to feel better about myself in the sense that I no longer see myself as a poor student, but rather one that is accomplished, capable and intelligent.
And of course, I did this so that I can enjoy a satisfying career that makes me feel like I am making a difference in a field I love, which, I learned this past year is in the field of student success at the college level.
Life is too short to be miserable. I am determined to make each day count which means coming home each day feeling inspired, productive, challenged, and excited about my work. It also means enjoying precious moments, every day, with the people who make life worth living.
I am genuinely excited about my future – about my family's future. My husband and I talk about setting aside more funds for the kids' college, upgrading our home so that one day his sister can come to live with us, about simply having more options to do the things we love with our family.
Through it all, David and Esther have constantly been in my heart. I keep their love and their memory and their support close. When I walk down that aisle at graduation, I know they will be walking with me, with arms on my shoulders, and hands in my hands. I know I will feel them.
I will honor their memories by loving the people in my life, by continuing to go after my dreams, and by remembering the beautiful things they brought into this world — and those things never die.


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- 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated fettuccine
- 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon butter
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- 1 package (10 ounces) fresh baby spinach, chopped
- 1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp
- 1. Cook fettuccine to package directions. Saute mushrooms and onion in butter in a large skillet until tender. Stir in Alfredo sauce, spinach and shrimp; heat through. Drain fettuccine; add to sauce and toss to coat. Yield: 4 servings.
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Radical Buddhism: 'Song to Whip Up Religious Blood'
A catchy pop tune titled "Song to Whip Up Religious Blood" is often played at 969 rallies. The movement is named for three digits that monks say symbolize the virtues of the Buddha, Buddhist practices and the Buddhist community, but its theme song is far from devotional. The lyrics reference people who "live in our land, drink our water, and are ungrateful to us," according to the Times. And the chorus, "We will build a fence with our bones if necessary," is repeated over and over again.
Wirathu claims that his movement is not responsible for the violence against the Rohingya [Burma's Muslims]. But he does repeatedly insist that Muslims — whom he often calls "kalars," a derogatory term roughly equivalent to the N-word — need to be kept in their place. He calls for boycotts of Muslim-owned businesses, warns Buddhists to protect their women from Muslim rapists and was a vocal backer of a law restricting marriages between Buddhists and Muslims…
Should we be shocked?
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Chimpanzees sue for habeas corpus because animals are people too
Does human law apply to chimpanzees? Hercules and Leo, two chimps living at Stony Brook University, are having their day in a NY State court:
Its lawyers said that personhood rights have already been applied to corporations, rivers and ships. If chimps are also eligible, they are then eligible for the writ of habeas corpus, which gives those who believe they are unlawfully detained or imprisoned the right to appear in court.
During the hearing, Nonhuman Rights Project's president and animal-rights lawyerSteven Wise drew parallels to past court cases over the rights of slaves, prisoners and Native Americans.
Assistant Attorney General Christopher Coulston said these cases didn't apply.
"There is simply no precedent anywhere of a nonhuman animal receiving the kinds of rights they're talking about," Mr. Coulston said.
But there is an understanding that law evolves, said New York Supreme Court JusticeBarbara Jaffe, based on scientific discoveries and social mores.
"Witness marital rights," she said. "Isn't it incumbent upon the judiciary to at least consider whether a class of beings may be granted a right or something short of a right, under the habeas statute?"
In a brief filed Friday, the attorney general's office wrote that current animal-rights laws are sufficient, and to grant chimps additional rights was a slippery slope.
To extend the writ of habeas corpus "could set a precedent for the release of other animals held in captivity, whether housed at a zoo, in an educational institution, on a farm, or owned as a domesticated pet," the brief reads.
Where does human law end? You might argue it ends with humans. But the Nonhuman Rights Project (NhRP) says chimps are people, too, as are elephants, dolphins, whales and ticks. In December 2014, an Argentine court recently granted a habeas corpus petition and ordered the release of an orangutan being "detained" in a zoo.
Can you dog sue you for beng detained in your home or a kennel, or your goldfish be upset by the tank? Animal abuse is an awful thing. But the animals are not humans. They are animals. Whether or not all lawyers are human is an open debate…
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California law makers tells porn actors to wear goggles at all times
California's Division of Occupational Safety and Health decrees that all porn productions in California mut comply with health and safety. And that includes the wearing of sagety goggles on set:
Personal Protective Equipment.
1. Where occupational exposure remains after institution of engineering and work practice controls, the employer shall provide, at no cost to the employee, appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, condoms, gloves for cleaning, and, if contact of the eyes with OPIM-STI is reasonably anticipated, eye protection. Personal protective equipment will be considered "appropriate" only if it prevents blood or OPIM—STI* from passing through to or reaching the employee's eyes, mouth, or other mucous membranes, or non-intact skin under normal conditions of use and for the duration of time which the protective equipment will be used.
If you have searched and searched for videos of your favourite adult movie stars in goggles, you're luck's in.
" "Other Potentially Infectious Materials – Sexually Transmitted Infections" (OPIM—STI) means bodily fluids and other substances that may contain and transmit sexually transmitted pathogens. These fluids include, but are not limited to, pre-ejaculate, ejaculate, semen, vaginal secretions, fecal matter and rectal secretions, secretions from wounds or sores that are potentially infected with sexually transmitted pathogens, and any other bodily fluid when visibly contaminated with blood or all bodily fluids in situations where it is difficult or impossible to differentiate between bodily fluids."
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Liking isn't helping: Crisis Relief Singapore tells hashtag activists to belt up
Looks like hashtag activism isn't working. The call to #BringBackOurGirls never did prick Boko Harem to hand back the women it stole in Nigeria. Even vain Michelle Obama – wife of a man who supported ousting Libya's Colonel Gaddafi in 2011 and sided with Libya's version of the BNP – could not appeal to the better nature of Islamist loons drawing up new boarders in Africa by tweeting the aforesaid hashtag and tilting her head.
Publicis Singapore's advert for Crisis Relief Singapore tells us "Liking isn't helping". The advert has won a Gold Lion in Press category at Cannes Festival.
Not liking can win you an industry gong in a swanky resort. Liking just makes you feel better about yourself and lets everyone else know how morally correct you are…
Posted: 27th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Deep Goat: that Osama bin Laden's porn stash in full
The U.S. government have released lots of informaion about what they found along with Osama Bin Laden at that compound in Abbottabad.
The documents however will not tell us what smut he liked
The stash of pornography reportedly found in the hideout of Osama Bin Laden by US commandos will not be declassified released "due to the nature of their contents", an official has said.
Among the thousands of documents was what Reuters described in 2011 as a "fairly extensive porn stash".
Brian Hale, a spokesman for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, told The Telegraph that the pornography would remain classified even as details of Bin Laden's other personal files were released.
We've obtained the full lsit, which includes such titles guaranted to detonate a jihadi as:
Deep Goat
Missionary Position Impossible
Fatwah And Forty
Gulf Phwaor!
Debbie Does Hamas
Beaver & No Head
Camp XXXGay
Guantanamo Boy
And many, many more…
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Like an cruise ship moving sideways: the best quotes on the Kent and Essex earthquake
Did you people in Kent and Essex feel the earthquake in middle of the night? The epicentre of the quake measuring 4.2 on the Richter scale was just south of Ramsgate.
What was it like?
Graham Young (Times): "It felt a bit like a bomb going off. The whole of the building shook for about seven seconds and the sky filled with seagulls."
Others wrote to the British Geological Survey:
"…like a train running under the house, shaking everything. Woke me up. So disturbed I make a cup of tea!"
"Woke me from deep sleep and first thought it was thunder as very disorientated. Lasted about a minute I suppose but was a very odd experience! House shook, I'm a bit scared now!"
"Heavy shaking – like a lorry crashing outside the house – couldn't believe it!"
Stella Hulott (Facebook): "I am in Westgate on Sea. My cats are upset and the husband has slept through it. My heart is still pounding!"
Jake West (Guardian): "At 3am it's normally quiet. There was silence, then there was shaking. It was very odd. It felt like there was someone very heavy who was stomping down the stairs."
Paul and Janette, Worsfold (Telegraph): "My wife and I jumped out of bed at 2 50 as our flat in Deal began to shake quite violently. Indeed it shook enough for the to crash into the bath and break."
Keeley Brady, Hullbridge, Essex: "My daughter said she was woken up and her clothes hangers rattling on the door handle."
Susan Fry: "The vibrations felt like being on cruise ship when it comes onto port sideways."
Scenes of utter devastation here #staysafe #KentEarthquake pic.twitter.com/bt3oRniXAr
— Sam O'Brien (@samobrien32) May 22, 2015
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London gets ready to cook at the Breaking Bad bar
London is getting bar ABQ, a venue set in a large RV named after the setting of the TV show Breaking Bad in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
For £30, 22 punters-a-time will not get to sample the blue meth, but"cook" two drinks.
Anyone unable to afford £15 drinks can pop along to Danny's Burger RV (formerly Danny's Burger Van) on the M62 betweeen 2am and 5am every weekday, where so long as you've got the cash, Danny's pretty much got anything you want.
Posted: 22nd, May 2015 | In: News, The Consumer, TV & Radio | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Sign language interpreter illustrates perfectly the perils of swearing in parliament
To New Zealand, where Member of Parliament Ron Mark is addressing the House. The opposing benches are jeering him. He looks their way and speaks softly. What's that? We didn't catch it. But it was picked up loud and clear by Parliament TV's sign language interpreter who relayed the words to viewers back home. She's making a guest appearance as part of Sign Language Awareness Week.
And we now more aware of her skills:
Note: The New Zealand television channel TV3 was banned for three days from filming in Parliament in August 2006 for showing Mark repeatedly giving the finger to another MP.
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A race of paedophiles: Todros Grynhaus, Muslims in Rotherham and institutional failure all over
Peadophiles are not all Muslim. I know. It's a shock for those of you read the Daily Mail and quote it in the manner of a man who has read only one book. But it's true. You see, a nonce is no great respecter of family honour, race, religion and colour. A peadophile is just a human being with a sick mind who damages lives.
It's unfair to target only Mail readers. It was in The Times, for instance, that Melanie Phillips spoke thus of grooming gangs in Rotherham:
"It's not Pakistani Christians, Hindus or atheists who are involved in these crimes. Nor is it just white girls who are targeted: Sikhs have been complaining for years that their girls are attacked by Muslim men… in Muslim society women are treated as inferior people, and non-Muslims are widely regarded as trash".
What of tribal mores? She says nothing. What of going after the most vulnerable – white girls in the care of a failing system who were ignored by an unaccountable police force and others in power who lived by a culture of denial? What of Asian girls in the home?
When you focus only on the criminal's religion you downplay and deny all other factors. You reduce the argument to us and them. You appeal to the racist.
And so an article in the Jewish Chronicle. A Jewish man who abused two girls aged 14 and 15 has been brought to book.
The conviction of paedophile Todros Grynhaus will encourage more victims to report abuse to police, according to a senior figure in the strictly Orthodox community. Grynhaus is facing a "substantial" jail sentence after being found guilty of seven charges of sex abuse against two teenage girls this week. The 50-year-old teacher-turned-businessman is a well-known figure in Salford's Charedi community.
A source says:
"It [the conviction] has also created a backlash against meddlers who wished to suppress truth in this matter."
Posted: 21st, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Westminster paedos and celebrity nonces: of 1,433 alleged offenders not a single one is a policeman
Westminster paedos: a look at reporting on the story of historical sex abuse gone unpunished.
The Guardian tells us that since Sir Jimmy Savile was dug up, stripped of his knighthood and beaten with sticks, 1,400 people have been investigated for child sex abuse.
That sound a lot. It might even be too much to actuall fund. Talk of a paedophile amnesty would be on the cards were the issue not so toxic. And, then, if you investigate the suspect, do you also investigate those who turned away and failed the victims?
The Guardian sums up:
Officer leading Operation Hydrant inquiry says out of 1,433 alleged offenders 76 were politicians, 43 were from music industry and 135 were from TV, film or radio
Posted: 21st, May 2015 | In: Key Posts, News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Chris Bryant joins Labour Party's silent chorus on Mirror Group phone hacking crimes
The Mirror Group titles have been found guilty of phone hacking. We've been listening out for what Labour MP Chris Bryant has to say about it. When Rupert Murdoch's News Corp was found guilty of the same, Bryant, a phone-hacking victim, was verbose and demanding:
"They argued for a long time that there were very few victims – that there was just one rogue reporter – that they had done a full investigation and all that proves to be untrue. One of my anxieties is the police didn't do a full investigation in 2006, 2009 and 2010 when lots of people were calling for a full investigation. Consequently we still don't know the full level of the criminality that went on at the News of the World and in fact many of the victims themselves don't know they were involved.I think this is just the beginning of the story. I'm seeking a judicial review of the Metropolitan Police's activity. I have a big anxiety about why the Metropolitan Police didn't do a proper investigation themselves."
"The next thing is, I'm writing to all the non-executive directors, including the former Spanish Prime Minister Mr Aznar and others of News Corp, to ask them what they knew, when they knew it, what actions they took to ensure that their newspaper was complying with police investigations," Bryant told Reuters yesterday. "What did the directors do to check on what Rebekah Brooks and Andy Coulson said about phone hacking back in 2003, and did they know about hush money that was paid? This company has shown itself completely unable to act within the law, and if it's not able to do that, if it's true as the police said on Tuesday that they had deliberately thwarted the police investigation, then I think they shouldn't have any share in a British media organisation."
"Leave aside the original criminality of hacking people's phones – including the victims of crime who never asked to be brought into the public domain at all – it's the cover-up, the lies. 'This was just one reporter,' 'This was just one newspaper,' when actually we know it was endemic in the whole of News International."
They were "drunk on power":
"There was a major cover-up at News International which stretched right up to the very highest levels of the company, as we know even up to James Murdoch.And that, in the end, I suspect, will prove to have been the biggest crime."
He knew where the buck stopped:
"This is designed to try and protect Rebekah Brooks, and I believe that if she had a shred of decency after what we have heard about Milly Dowler's phone being hacked, which happened on her watch as editor, she should have resigned by now. Everything that's been announced today just goes to show that there's been a cover-up, that Parliament has been misled, that police have been corrupted, that police investigations were undermined. This strategy of chucking first journalists, then executives and now a whole newspaper overboard isn't going to protect the person at the helm of the ship."
Chris Bryant has been far less vocal about the Labour-supporting Mirror's crimes.
If they have it their way, our MPs will control the free press.
Posted: 21st, May 2015 | In: News, Politicians | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Hacking: Will John Prescott discuss Paul Gascoigne's £188,250 compensation in his Daily Mirror column?
Former England footballer Paul Gascoigne has been awarded £188,250 in phone-hacking damages from Mirror Group Newspapers.
Others who had their privacy unlawfully invaded by the Mirror's titles include: Sadie Frost (£260,000), Shane Richie (£155,000), Lucy Benjamin (£157,250) Shobna Gulati (£117,500), Alan Yentob (£85,000), Robert Ashworth (£201,250) and Lauren Alcorn (£72,500).
Meanwhile, hacking victim and Labour Party stalwart John Prescott continues to write for the Labour-supporting Mirror.
In case you missed it, this is what Prescott said when Rupert Murdoch's titles were caught hacking:
The News of the World died. The Left cheered.
Prescott and his Mirror column live on.
Posted: 21st, May 2015 | In: News, Politicians | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Howler of the year: Washington Post accuses Prince Charlie of being an IRA member
The Washington Post reports that suspected IRA member Prince Charles is to meet Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams to promote "reconciliation and healing".
Charles continues to deny being a member of the IRA, Hot Gossip and The Sex Pistols.
Posted: 20th, May 2015 | In: News, Politicians, Royal Family | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Hive Mind: watch the first 21 days of a bee's life in 60 seconds
The first 21 days of a Bee's Life in 60 is a video by photographer Anand Varma and the bee lab at UC Davis.
Varma has given a TED talk on the process and what he found.
And this has a purpose: a parasitic mite is threatening to destroy bee colonies. Scientists have bred mite-resistant bees. Can these creatures be introduced successfully into the wild?
I mean, what could possibly go wrong?
Posted: 20th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Highlights of the Universal ShowQueen Pageant 2015: the world's greatest transgender and drag divas compete
The Universal ShowQueen Pageant 2015 features the world's greatest transgender and drag divas in competition. The winner was Aleeciya Ashton, aka Jerrica Benton.
Posted: 20th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Henry Scott Holland on death: 'I have only slipped way into the next room'
A note on death by (27 January 1847 – 17 March 1918), Regius Professor of Divinity at the University of Oxford:
Spotter: June, Flashbak
Posted: 18th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Mother of three found guilty of raping sleeping man
Chantae Marie Gilman, 28, admitted climbing on top of a sleeping man and raping him. Gilman, a 16-stone mother to three, says she can't recall anything.
Detective Roger Ishimitsu reported: "Once arriving home he fell asleep on his bed (and) slept very hard due to a long day."
Detective Drew Fowler, with the Seattle Police Department tells Komo News:
"From a statistical standpoint, yes, it is atypical to have a female aggressor. But we work to hold all people responsible for their actions. The law is specifically written to be gender-equitable and we will charge anybody with a crime that they've committed."
The fact he has to say there is one law for all and women can be guilty of rape is odd…
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Dominique Sharpton wants $5m for sprained ankle – bravely hikes up mountain on holiday
Al Sharpton's daughter Dominique Sharpton, 28, is suing the city of New York for allegely spraining her ankle on a wonky pavement. Dominique says the the ankle is "severely injured, bruised and wounded". She wants $5 million in damages to compensate her for "loss of quality of life, future pain and suffering, future medical bills, [and] future diminution of income."
Currently on vacation in Bali, the membership director for her gadfly dad's National Action Network claims she "still suffers and will continue to suffer for some time physical pain and bodily injuries," according to the suit filed against the city departments of Transportation and Environmental Protection.
And despite claiming "permanent physical pain" in a breathless notice of claim in December, at around the same time there were social-media shots of her in high heels and fancy dresses and climbing a ladder to decorate a Christmas tree.
Dominique has recently posted this message on her Instagram about the view from the top of a Bali mountain she hiked up:
File under: Christmas comes early..
Posted: 18th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Anti-Semitism: Greek town erases Star of David from Holocaust memorial
Officials at the Greek port of Kavala were scheduled to unveil a memorial to Jewish victims of the Holocaust – 1,484 Jews in the city were murdered by the invading Germans and their Bulgarian allies.
But the burgers won't show the tribute to the dead because the monument features a Star of David. That same symbol appears on the flag of Israel, and because the local leaders don't like that country the Jews must go without their ancient symbol or else find a new one, perhaps of a teddy bear, say, a broken plate or an unmarked pit?
It's not anti-Semitism, of course. It's just anti-Israel. And if Jews can bury their dead without any Star of David showing, the Greeks and all decent folk would be appreciative.
Posted: 18th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Hull City's drug-taking Jake Livermore could be a journalist for the Sun
The Sun says "Good riddance" to Hull City's Jake Livermore who faces the "sack over drugs shame". A routine drugs test revealed traces of cocaine in Livermore's urine. The club suspended him. His future is uncertain. Livermore is an idiot.
But for the Sun to attack the player who took a non-performance enhancing drug that cheats only his teammates is lamentable. Cheering the idea that he should be sacked for his foolishness is weak.
Posted: 18th, May 2015 | In: News, Politicians | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Biased BBC: The Pope did not call Mahmoud Abbas an 'angel of peace'
According to the BBC, Pope Francis called Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas "an angel of peace" while presenting him with a gift.
The BBC's David Willey in Rome says that after 20 minutes of private talks, Pope Francis gave Mr Abbas the medallion depicting an angel of peace adding: "It is appropriate because you are an angel of peace."
The New York Times, Fox News and Independent agree. Yep, The Pope dubbed Abbas an "angel of peace".
But did he?
La Stampa says not:
As is tradition with heads of State or of government, Francis presented presented a gift to the Palestinian leader, commenting: "May the angel of peace destroy the evil spirit of war. I thought of you: may you be an angel of peace."
So. The Pope did not call Abbas an angel of peace.
Such are the facts.
Posted: 17th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Westminster Paedo inquiry will publish final report when everyone implicated in it is dead
The Sunday Times says the inquiry into historic sex abuse will publish its findings in…2023. Phew! All nonces and their enablers will have eight years to get ill or die. They say the Devil looks after his own, so Hell should arrive by 2022 for most.
Tom Harper reports:
During a meeting last month with campaigners, a senior Home Office official was recorded as saying the inquiry, headed by the New Zealand judge Dame Lowell Goddard, could "go on for eight years".
So. It could go on for longer.
As you were, sickos. You can dawdle on Earth for a while yet. Factor in any criminal cases and trials and chances are you'll be getting a congratulatory letter from the Queen before you give the old gel her pleasure…
Posted: 17th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Ben Needham: If is the only word as Kerry keeps asking and gypsies are watched
Ben Needham is back in the news.
Ben's mother Kerry has been on the TV in Greece. She's still hunting for her son who vanished 24 years ago. A new photo is doing the rounds. It was emailed to Kerry and British police? Is it Ben?
She tells the Sunday Mirror:
"My God, this is really happening. Are we going to receive the call that finally leads us to Ben?'
Calls follow this latest appeal. A man who might be Ben has been spotted in the Greek towns of Larissa and Veria.
The Mirror adds:
The Needhams have been convinced Ben was taken by gypsy family.
Posted: 17th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Juxtaposition fail: Florida Times-Union slaps gun show sticker over shooting story
This Friday Florida Times-Union front page features a gun show sticker by a story of a shooting.
Says the paper's 'vice president of audience' Kurt Caywood:
All of us at The Florida Times-Union know that gun violence is one of the most emotionally charged and pressing issues facing our community. The tragedy that occurred on a Duval County school bus Thursday was as societally significant as it was frightening. As such, a team of reporters, editors and photographers approached this story with great sensitivity and professionalism, and we stand proudly by their report on page 1A of Friday's newspaper.
They did. But did you?
The appearance of a gun-related front-page sticky note on the same day was an incredibly regrettable coincidence. It was born of the purposeful separation between our news and advertising departments, an approach we take because we value nothing more than the objectivity of our journalism. That said, this clearly was an oversight. We're aggressively reviewing our procedures and will implement steps to prevent such a situation in the future.
File under: who reads it before it goes out?
Spotter: Romnesko
Posted: 16th, May 2015 | In: News | Comment | Follow the Comments on our RSS feed:RSS 2.0
Observer Food Monthly exposes cover model's eating problem
Observer Food Monthly highlights the 'worst aim ever':
Spotter: @Gary_Bainbridge
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Castle Of Juno by NarandelWatch
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Hello everyone. A new painting which i have been working on for the past week on and off. Concept for the painting was pretty much a medieval fantasy themed environment with mountains, castles and birds Really enjoyed setting the lighting and atmosphere for this piece. I feel that there are certain things that i could have done better, but im going to call this piece done and move on. Hope you guys like it!
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Could I use this image for a fantasy book cover, of the book I'm writing? Credit will be given to you of course.
Amazing work!
Wow, truly love the whole look of the picture, almost looks so realistic. You know I do these kinds of pics myself but I can only draw them because I lack the skills for digital painting. You wouldn't by a chance do something like request or commissions?
Thank you very much. Unfortunately im not taking any request or commisions at this point in time. But i am looking into it
Awesome piece of work and way beyond what i probably ever will be able to paint like. A small point of constructive critism is that it confuses me a bit that you have put the sun between the mountains shining through misty clouds. Yet there is a couple of clear points that seems to be lighted from opposite side of the sun. Since it might be fantasy there could be more than 1 sun, however even that fact seems unlikely. I understand that it becomes problematic getting all the details highlighed here and there, but just something you could take into consideration for future pieces. Again, good overall job.
Thank you very much for the critique. What you have highlighted is not wrong at all. But coming from a design perspective, most artist including myself practice something called artificial lighting which esentially is placing light at certain points of interest in our paintings to attract the viewer's attention to them. Yes it could seem as a mistake, but it could also work towards an aesthethic direction as well. Definitely something i could look to work on in future paintings!
Oh, I see. I get the point but if that is the case, I think I would try to camouflage it a bit so it is less obvious. Make the "unnatural" lighting be some soft light reflections or whatever that still highlights what should catch the viewers eye. Anyway I am far below your skill level so I'm not saying it is easy to create the proper balance. Anyway I'm happy that you reflect on my oppinion.
I'm happy that you gave some insight on my work We are all learning and progressing to be better, so thank you very much for sharing your opinion
reminds me somehow of Castle new Swanstein
But nice... i love the Mountains
soooo beautiful <3 i love the castle in the background ,im never good at making that stuff look realistic
+ fav
2 thumbs up to you, sir. This piece here is very detailed and nice.
Neuschwanstein and Pernštejn
This is awesome!
OMG,it's beautiful *-*
Oh cool, Schloss Neuschwanstein.
I was there 2 months ago. ^^
I like it!
I was there 2 months ago. ^^
I like it!
Yes its a very awesome place
That's exactly what I thought.
While the image as a whole is very nice, the castle is more of a photomanipulation than anything else. That's clearly Schloss Neuschwanstein with some minor changes...
yep! Thats exacly what I was thinking. Looks weird... :-/
Thank you very much. Yes there were some matte techniques used in this piece.
damn thats incredible
Now, that is how you do depth, this is fantastic.
Makes me want to explore there!
I love the attention to detail! Very Nice!


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Mentoring Month 2006
of Local Partners' Activities
Arizona Mentoring Initiative
Governor Janet Napolitano kicked off activities by proclaiming January National Mentoring Month. The following recruitment and recognition events were held in collaboration between the Governor's Mentoring Initiative and the Arizona Mentoring Initiative: Phoenix Suns Mentoring Night, Mentoring Nights at Arizona State University's Women's Basketball games, and Mentoring Day at a Phoenix Coyotes game. The highlight of the month was the Governor's Mentoring Celebration, featuring Dr. Susan Weinberger, aka "Dr. Mentor," as the keynote speaker.
California: Friends For Youth
Dr. Susan Weinberger, aka "Dr. Mentor," was the keynote speaker at Friends For Youth's annual mentoring conference. A Mentoring Recognition Event was held at the Little Fox Theater, collaboratively sponsored by the Mentoring Coalition of San Mateo County, the Silicon Valley Mentoring Coalition, and the San Francisco Mentoring Coalition. Senator Joe Simitian's office issued certificates of appreciation for each mentor.
California: Volunteer Center of the United Way of Stanislaus County
The sixth annual Stanislaus County Employee Mentors Program Recognition Event celebrated and recognized the contributions of the Stanislaus County employees who make a difference in the lives of children through mentoring activities. The event featured speaker Erika Urbani, Director of Mentor Technical Assistance at the Center of Applied Research Solutions.
Colorado Mentoring
Lt. Governor Jane E. Norton hosted a mentoring seminar at the Colorado Children's Museum. Lorinzo Foxworth, CEO of Synectics Trainers, was keynote speaker at the event, which was attended by over 75 different mentoring organizations. The seminar was an interactive session on mentoring strategies for mentors and coaches which provided key principles for building and maintaining mentor-focused dynamics.
Connecticut Mentoring Partnership/Governor's Prevention Partnership
Governor M. Jodi Rell proclaimed January National Mentoring Month. Mentors were honored at a Norwalk Mentoring Appreciation Breakfast. Dr. Susan Weinberger was the keynote speaker at the Corporate Mentoring Honor Roll event, which recognized the involvement and support of 90 Connecticut corporations. Legislative leadership awards were also presented.
Delaware Mentoring Council
In honor of Thank Your Mentor Day, the Delaware Mentoring Council held an Open House to recruit mentors. Participants of the fourth annual Poster and Essay contest were recognized at a state event, and winners were awarded prizes by state Secretary of Education Valerie Woodruff. Senator Tom Carper met with mentors at Sussex Central Middle School to discuss their mentoring experience and thank them for volunteering.
Florida: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami
The Day of the Child event was held at the Miami Children's Museum to recruit potential mentors and recognize current mentoring matches. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami hosted a fundraising gala featuring dinner and silent auction.
Florida: Mentor Center of Palm Beach County
Local businesses promoted mentoring every Monday in January by wearing mentoring t-shirts, displaying print materials, and distributing promotional materials. The evening news featured coverage of "Mentoring Mondays."
Florida: Kesler Mentoring Connection
Kesler Mentoring Connection honored the mentors at "The Spirit of Mentoring: A Super Pep Rally," an officially sanctioned event of the Jacksonville Super Bowl XXXIX Host Committee. The TELEmachus Awards and the Delores Kesler Community Mentor Award were presented at the annual mentoring recognition event.
Illinois: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago
The Illinois House of Representatives adapted a House Resolution declaring January as National Mentoring Month. A city-wide recruitment event featured representatives from over 10 different mentoring programs, as well as special guests Southpaw, the White Sox mascot, and keynote speaker Bill "Moose" Skowron, former White Sox player. In partnership with the World Series Champion Chicago White Sox, the theme for 2006 was, "Be a Champion…Mentor a Child."
Maine Mentoring Partnership
A Mentor Fair was held to thank and celebrate local mentors. Meagan Beals, Miss Maine 2005, spoke at the York County Mentoring Summit and continued to promote mentoring through a speaking tour to schools across the state. Public displays were featured at the entrances to Portland City Hall and Portland Public Library. The mentoring partnership was promoted in a local TV series called "Our Town," airing in local communities in central Maine.
The Maryland Mentoring Partnership
Thank Your Mentor Day was celebrated with a Mentoring Recognition Breakfast. At the annual Mentoring Day in Annapolis, The Maryland Mentoring Partnership met with legislators to advocate for greater resources that assist in the expansion of mentoring. The Maryland Mentoring Partnership also sponsored a town meeting on youth violence featuring Ed Cornwell, M.D., Chief of Adult Trauma at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Massachusetts: Mass Mentoring Partnership
Mass Mentoring Partnership hosted a National Mentoring Month kick-off event at public TV station WGBH, featuring Dr. Michael Thompson, co-author of Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys. Through outreach to the Human Resources Advisory Council for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Mass Mentoring promoted employee use of an eight-hour mentoring leave policy. Each Thursday in January, recruitment fairs were held at Boston South Station during commuter hours. Mentor-mentee pairs were given free tickets to a Boston Celtics game. In partnership with the Boston Young Professionals Association and On Your Feet Project, Mass Mentoring Partnership sponsored a networking and wine-tasting event for prospective mentors.
Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota
Governor Tim Pawlenty kicked off National Mentoring Month at a press conference featuring youths speaking about their mentoring experiences. Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota, General Electric (GE), and other Minnesota mentoring programs hosted the GE Mentor Carnival to celebrate business and community volunteers.
Nebraska: TeamMates Mentoring Program
Governor Dave Heineman proclaimed January National Mentoring Month. A kick-off event featured Dr. Susan Weinberger as keynote speaker. Various affiliate mentoring programs hosted recognition breakfasts and lunches.
Nevada Youth Alliance/Mentoring Above & Beyond
Nevada Youth Mentoring Programs were showcased during National Mentoring Month. During the month of January dozens of agencies that serve youth statewide shared opportunities for the community to learn more about their agencies and the many volunteer opportunities through a month long Mini Info-Fair staged inside of the Grant Sawyer Government Center, Las Vegas, Mentor Agency Appreciation Ceremony held in Reno, Public Mentoring Informational Showcasing held in Las Vegas and various meetings which fostered the theme of the month. Governor Kenny Guinn proclaimed January as National Mentoring Month.
Mentoring Partnership of New York
The Young Professionals Advisory Board hosted an evening social to recruit and raise awareness about the need for mentors. Three member programs presented information about their programs and hosted recruitment tables. Thank Your Mentor Day featured the fifth annual Thank Your Mentor Day rally, featuring keynote speaker Salome Thomas-El and former New York Knick Allan Houston. The winner of the first TYMD Essay Contest presented his winning essay to the crowd. The highlight of the evening was the door prize – an opportunity to play Allan Houston in a basketball game of M-E-N-T-O-R, a version of
H-O-R-S-E. The seventh annual Mentors' Day included over 450 mentors and mentees and featured a magic show by the Hip Hop Magician.
New York: The Mentoring Partnership of Long Island
The Mentoring Partnership of Long Island (MPLI) launched the newest version of its Mentoring Guidebook, a comprehensive information resource about mentoring in Long Island. Radio spots created by MPLI and its supporting corporations were aired on Long Island Radio Group stations. In collaboration with other partnerships, MPLI hosted Legislative Day in Albany to raise awareness for mentoring. Thank Your Mentor Day was celebrated with local mentoring programs.
Mentoring Center of Central Ohio
State Representative Joyce Beatty presented awards to Outstanding Mentors at the fifth annual Mentoring Celebration at the Ohio Statehouse. Keynote speaker was Reverend Dr. W. Wilson Goode, former mayor of Philadelphia and senior advisor on faith-based initiatives for Public/Private Ventures, including the Amachi Program. Mentoring FunDay provided a day of sports, games, crafts, and more for over 400 mentors and mentees.
Cincinnati Youth Collaborative
The Cincinnati Youth Collaborative held a Thank-a-Thon in which they phoned all volunteers to thank them for being a mentor. Thank Your Mentor Day Breakfast recognized mentors. Mayor Mark Mallory proclaimed January National Mentoring Month in an event covered by the local Fox station.
Ohio: Montgomery County Mentoring Collaborative
The Outstanding Mentors Awards Luncheon featured County Commissioner Deborah Liberman and two young men who spoke about the role mentors played in their lives as they successfully aged out of the foster care system. Super Mentor Saturday was a free afternoon of games, food and music for youth.
Oregon Mentors
Oregon Mentors ran a statewide media campaign on NBC in partnership with Liberty Northwest. Governor Theodore Kulongski and Portland Mayor Tom Potter proclaimed January as National Mentoring Month at the City Council Meeting. McCormick & Schmick's hosted a "thank you party" to recognize sponsors and volunteers from the annual fundraiser and Mentor Recognition Lunch in September 2005.
Pennsylvania: Philadelphia United Way's Campaign for Mentors
On Mentoring Night at a Philadelphia 76ers game, over 140 mentors and mentees were treated to luxury box seats, with complimentary food and beverages courtesy of ARAMARK. A mentor program coordinator was honored as a "Hometown Hero" on center court. The local NBC affiliate featured the Campaign for Mentors in an informational telethon on strategies to address youth violence in the community. A citywide Shadowing Day allowed over 1300 9th grade students to shadow business hosts for the day.
The Mentoring Partnership of Southwestern Pennsylvania
January launched the organization's year long Eliminate The Wait campaign designed to eliminate the waiting list for mentors. The efforts for National Mentoring Month included radio interviews, newspaper articles, corporate newsletters, billboard advertisement, bus posters and signage at major corporate offices. Staff attended and supported recognition events hosted by local programs including a Jazz For Mentors Night. A calendar of NMM events was posted on the website and Thank Your Mentor cards were produced and distributed to programs.
Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership
The Excellence in Mentoring Awards were distributed by Governor Donald Carcieri at a Celebration Event at the State House. A news anchor from the local NBC affiliate served as the emcee. Local programs also hosted mentor appreciation events, including the East Greenwich Strategic Mentoring Program's spaghetti supper and West Warwick's Appreciation Breakfast.
Texas: OneStar Foundation
Texas' Governor's Mentoring Initiative held a state-wide "Tell Your Story Contest." Participants were asked to submit success stories about new, creative projects mentoring organizations undertook during National Mentoring Month to recruit more mentors. The top three submissions received an award of $500 and special recognition from OneStar Foundation.
Utah Mentoring Partnership
A local theater donated two theaters for a special fundraising showing of Glory Road. Attorney General Mark Shurtleff hosted a breakfast for state legislators to learn more about mentoring in Utah.
Vermont: Mobius, The Mentoring Movement of Chittenden County
Mobius honored mentors involved with 14 Mentoring Programs located in Chittenden County. Mentors currently mentoring were invited to a reception at Elley-Long Music Center at Saint Michael's to pay tribute to individuals in our community who are trying to make a difference and "share what they know." Fourteen mentors (one from each program) were recognized for their dedication to mentoring. A "business mentoring" award was given honoring a business for the first time. The event featured guest speakers Vermont Governor James Douglas announcing the "Vermont Mentors" initiative, Mike Smith (Secretary of Vermont Agency of Human Services). Bess O'Brien (author, researcher, producer of the "Voices Project"). University of Vermont Top Cats ended the program with singing. Postcards were handed out at the end to have attendees recommend someone for mentoring. The event was covered by local television news and follow up articles in all local papers.
Virginia Mentoring Partnership
The fourth annual Mentoring Awards event recognized outstanding mentors and mentoring programs and featured keynote speaker William E. Milliken of Communities In Schools. Virginia Mentoring Partnership led a successful effort at the General Assembly to pass a resolution designating January as National Mentoring Month.
Washington: United Way of King County
United Way of King County partnered with the Washington State Mentoring Partnership and the Seattle Supersonics to put on the fifth annual "Mentoring Night with the Sonics" event. The Outstanding Mentor of the Year award was presented before the game. Seattle Public Library hosted a special program featuring Dr. Susan Weinberger, in addition to their month-long display of books and materials about mentoring.
Washington, D.C.: Fairfax Mentoring Partnership
Mentoring Partnership Luncheons were held to garner support and build partnerships with local businesses, churches, and civic organizations. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and the City of Fairfax proclaimed January National Mentoring Month in their jurisdictions.


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Once Upon A Time Season 3 Premiere Title Revealed
Once Upon A Time Jul 2, 2013 Craig Byrne, Editor-In-Chief
The title for the first episode of Once Upon A Time's third season is now known.
Executive Producer Adam Horowitz posted the premiere title on Twitter today, and it is called "The Heart Of The Truest Believer." Horowitz is co-writer of the episode with co-creator and fellow Executive Producer Adam Horowitz.
Even though the other networks have announced premiere dates, ABC has yet to announce when Season 3 will begin airing. Fans will have twice the Once this Fall as ABC has also picked up a Once Upon A Time spin-off set in Wonderland.
Come talk about Once Upon A Time on our forum!
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Egg hunt to help sick children at Rodley Nature Reserve
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An Easter egg hunt is being organized to raise money to help sick children.
The event, on Easter Sunday, will raise funds for Martin House Hospice and the Children's Air Ambulance.
It is being organised by the Aireborough Nomads – a satellite group of the Rotary Club of Aireborough – in conjunction with Rodley Nature Reserve.
The event will run at the reserve 11 am-3 pm. Entry is free and every child completing the egg hunt circuit will receive a gift. There will also be a hook-a-duck, tombola, and refreshments.
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Lauren Conrad's Diet Works!
- Lauren Conrad tops Us Weekly's weight winners of the year list
- Tom Cruise likes to flash his cash
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INGREDIENTSTalc, Dimethicone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Magnesium Stearate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Nylon-12, Boron Nitride, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyethylene, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glycerin, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Silica, [ /- (MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR): Black 2/CI 77266, Bronze Powder/CI 77400, Carmine/CI 75470, Chromium Oxide Greens/CI 77288, Ferric Ferrocyanide/CI 77510, Iron Oxides/CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Mica, Titanium Dioxide/CI 77891]
Age: 19-24
Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm
Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine
Eyes: Hazel
After being disappointed in the Petal Pusher palette, I was hesitant to try another one of these... but oh my goodness, I'm so glad that I did! The difference between the two is night and day. This is everything that I wanted Petal Pusher to be.
I picked this up at my local Walmart for $5. The eyeshadows are creamy, smooth, insanely pigmented, and so easy to blend. The quality of these shadows is out of this world, it is SUCH a value. I typically always use an eye primer of some sort when I wear shadows, but I have worn this a few times without when leaving in a rush, and they apply just a nicely.
The Eyelid shade on the left row is the most perfect, beautiful peachy satin. It is easily my favorite color in the entire palette as it is something that I can just throw on my lid any day and know that it will add a nice subdued, pretty wash of color.
The Definer shade on the right row is drop dead gorgeous. I've heard that it is a dupe of MAC's Blue Brown pigment (I don't own it, so I can't confirm). The effect it has when the light hits it is out of this world; needless to say I am obsessing over that shade for night time looks.
Long story short, this little gem is definitely worth the adulation it has received - if you haven't gotten your hands on it yet, don't hesitate any longer! You will NOT be disappointed. :)
Age: 19-24
Skin: Oily, Olive, Not Sure
Hair: Black, Other, Other
Eyes: Hazel
I purchased the UD naked 2 pallet about 2 weeks ago from sephora. It was a really good pallet but i returned it because i regretted spending 75$ with tax on it when i didnt even know how to use it. The local rexall by my house had this pallet for 5$ so i thought what the heck ill buy it! I honestly love it so much and the words on top are so helpful for me! Im def gonna buy the other ones!
Age: 30-35
Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium, Cool
Hair: Black, Other, Other
Eyes: Black
This is not the palette that will suit all your needs, but you need this in your arsenal. If you only love nudes and mattes, look away now. However, this is a must have if you:
1. Like a bit of subtle glitter
2. Always remember to tap your brushes
3. Wear eye primer
4. Are willing to use other brands to meet your need for mattes
Texture wise it's very similar with UD, so buttery and blendable. I think it's perfect for new makeup users because the blendability makes it good for practice and will give the opportunity to learn about one's own preferences.
Colour wise you might not use everything that this palette has to offer, but you can work with at least 60-70%. One thing that surprises me is the duochrome colour at the bottom right. I didn't know that a drugstore brand would offer that. So pretty!
All in all, this is not THE perfect palette, but it is certainly one of my darlings. I rotate my eye makeup regularly and I always get a new appreciation for WnW when the time comes to use it again.
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Hair: Brown, Wavy, Medium
Eyes: Green
I got this palette for my birthday this year and I love it. Its got some great colors in it including light colored browns green and some really dark shimmery colors. I don't use the dark colors as much as the lighter neutral colors. But they are all great.
Age: 25-29
Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Warm
Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine
Eyes: Hazel
I've bought this THREE times. I have never re-purchased an eyeshadow palette before, so that's saying something. The colours are so buttery and such a pleasure to blend and work with. I don't wear too much eyeshadow on a regular basis, but when I do, and when I go out, this is the #1 palette I reach for, surpassing MAC, Sleek, and anything else I have on hand. Highly recommend. You can't beat the quality or the price. Bonus: there are dupes for MAC's All That Glitters (except I prefer the WnW formula!) and MAC Club in here (although I prefer the MAC formula, I will take this for the price!)
Age: 19-24
Skin: Other, Fair, Not Sure
Hair: Blond, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
I am in love with this palette. Its honestly better than high end brands I've tried. The texture is amazing and blends so easily yet is super pigmented and lasts. All the shades look really good on my brown eyes. It DEFINITELY lives up to the hype. I never want to be without it, these are my favorite eyeshadows.
Age: 36-43
Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Cool
Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium
Eyes: Hazel
Not sure what else can be said about this palette except it's a must-have from WNW. It's their BEST palette and for good reason. A lot of the shadows in here are dupes for Urban Decay and MAC.
All have the same pigment as the higher end brands and no powdery finish or fallout. Very smooth and buttery. This reminds me of Naked from UD and you have endless looks with this. For the price you cannot beat this quality or color selection.
Age: 19-24
Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm
Hair: Black, Relaxed, Medium
Eyes: Black
Ok, I totally understand why people rave about this palette now. Not only is it $5 in the US, but it delivers the same (if not better) quality than higher end eye shadows provide. They are buttery without being easily creased, and the pigment is surprisingly heavy.
The only reason I took off one star is because I don't find myself reaching for a few of the colours (mainly the browbone colours because they could never actually work on my browbone, and the green). My absolute favourite one is actually the bottom left hand corner one which I frequently use instead of gel liner (because it's that pigmented).
Age: 19-24
Skin: Combination, Medium, Warm
Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine
Eyes: Brown
This has definitely been my least favorite eyeshadow. It broke me out, for one thing. And having a zit on your eyelid is incredibly inconvenient. The pigmentation was okay, and it went on pretty smoothly, but zits on my eyelids is a definite deal-breaker.
Age: 36-43
Skin: Acne-prone, Fair, Neutral
Hair: Red, Wavy, Fine
Eyes: Brown
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SummerStage has been leaking some of the artists playing their 2015 season, also its 30th year, for the last month and today they've announced the whole lineup and schedule. Free shows, which happen at different city parks, include Caribou, George Clinton, Dr. John, The Felice Brothers, Africa Bambaataa, The Barr Brothers, Roy Ayers, Charles Bradley, Jungle, and more. It's an expanded SummerStage season this year as well, running from May 18 - October 4, with 140 free shows.
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This letter, signed by a ton of artists and pictured above, is set to appear in an ad in Billboard:
We are big fans of Pandora. That's why we helped give the company a discount on rates for the past decade.Pink Floyd, Down, Primus, Dead Kennedys (with our without Jello?), Nas, Alabama, Sheryl Crow and many more big major label names signed this (or someone signed it on their behalf). Check out the full list below, and head to fairpayforartists.com for more information on their point of view..
Pandora is now enjoying phenomenal success as a Wall Street company. Skyrocketing growth in revenues and users. We celebrate that. At the same time, the music community is just now beginning to gain its footing in the new digital world.
Pandora's principal asset is the music.
Why is the company asking Congress once again to step in and gut the royalties that thousands of musicians rely upon? That's not fair, and that's not how partners work together.
Congress has many pressing issues to consider, but this is not one of them. Let's work this out as partners and continue to bring fans the great musical experience they rightly expect.
The issue is that Pandora is supporting the Internet Radio Fairness Act which they say will "help end the long-standing discrimination against internet radio". Artists are mad because that possibly means less money for them, but Pandora and other Internet radio providers argue they can't stay in business the way things are now.
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New Delhi, Aug 20 : The Supreme Court Wednesday imposed a cost of Rs.25,000 each on 14 states and a union territory for failing to respond to the Law Commission's report on a formula to clear the backlog of pending cases.
Taking exception to the states taking the entire issue "very lightly", the bench of Justice T.S. Thakur, Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel and Justice R. Banumathi said all that the concerned state governments had to do was to look at the Law Commission's formula and give their opinion.
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The Law Commission had made specific recommendations with respect to Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Punjab and Haryana, Maharashtra, Sikkim and Uttarakhand and the union territory of Chandigarh.
The court had May 1 asked the state governments and their respective high courts to give their response to the formula whether it was acceptable and if not then they must specify the reasons for not accepting it.
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"We regret to say that except for Punjab, no other state filed a response," the court said, adding that there was "no justification for the states not to respond".


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This is on my brother's arm. He brought me a print out from somewhere on Deviant Art, but I don't know who did the original. (If you know who did the original, please send me a link so I can link back to them.) I just added hands and made it tattoo-able. 2 sessions, about 6 hours total. Yes, I did the tattoo, since people always ask.
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Last month, JPMorgan announced it would be giving out free iPads to all investment banking associates. After almost three weeks of waiting to blast out mass emails with a "sent from my iPad" signature, iPad Day has finally come.
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