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A detailed discussion of the nation's manufacturing challenges — and their implications for national security — can be found in an NDIA white paper entitled, Maintaining a Viable Defense Industrial Base
NDIA leaders recently appeared before the Senate banking subcommittee on economic policy, which is part of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. The subject was the importance of manufacturing to the health of the U.S. economy and security of the nation.
The panel members wanted straight answers to the following questions: Why should Congress care about this issue? How much do manufacturers rely on credit? How are supply chains intertwined and what happens as demand falls? What strategic and security considerations regarding manufacturing should Congress be aware of? What policies should Congress consider in supporting U.S. manufacturing?
The credit issue is particularly vexing in these tough economic times. Manufacturers, especially small ones, rely on credit for working capital. They use this to buy supplies and meet payroll in advance of payment by their customers — a lag time of up to 120 days. A lawyer representing many small manufacturers in Chicago says, "Many of my clients are contemplating filing or are in Chapter 11, not because their business volume has fallen below previously levels, but rather because they can no longer get credit to borrow for their long established working capital needs."
Manufacturing is most productive when all resources are fully utilized. As demand falls and capacity is idled, manufacturers depend upon diversity of clients and supply chains to survive. Serving more than one market sector can help survive the downturns. Supply chains intertwined among various sectors promotes more viable and robust manufacturing enterprises.
The nation's economic health, competitiveness, and the strength of its military rely heavily on innovation and leading edge technology. This requires a globally competitive manufacturing industrial base characterized by leadership in advanced manufacturing and technology integration. The United States needs to be the global leader in advanced manufacturing technology development and deployment. The defense sector, which years ago was a technology leader, is now in many instances a follower and depends heavily on commercial products for its advanced components and systems.
The message to the subcommittee was that Congress and the White House need to be more directly engaged in the manufacturing sector, both commercial and defense. Agriculture represents 3 percent of GDP, but rates an entire Department of Agriculture. Manufacturing, which accounts for almost 14 percent of GDP, is represented by a deputy assistant secretary within the International Trade Administration in the Department of Commerce. Manufacturing ought to rate at least an assistant secretary.
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The pleasures of safari are many… and the absence of a ringing, buzzing, beeping phone is one such. The interruptions on safari are far more interesting: a distant lion roar, the sight of an elephant quietly feeding property few yards from your hammock…you get the idea. The collective natural song of the bush has long survived without brassy ringtones.
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Today we have some rather big news to share with you all... Little Jane St have decided to close the doors to our retail space in Winn Lane, Brisbane. It is a little bit sad to be leaving but mostly a happy time as we take the next step to grow our little business.
We have all heard about the effects of the 'recession' within the retail world, and let me tell you for someone with limited experience in retail other than the fact I once worked as a check out chick in coles, it has been tough! As a result I have found myself quite honestly completely out of my depth!! In turn I was faced with a difficult decision of priorities. I soon took on working in the shop 6 days a week at the cost of my creative self, family, friends, sanity and ultimately the side of the business I was most passionate and personally fulfilled within soon suffered. So you see, in the end for me my shop was not something I was passionate enough to keep going at the cost of my creative journey, nor at the cost to my collection or wholesale business. It was soon clear that I had mixed up my priorities.
In saying all of that, although I did eventually realise I was on a separate path to my heart, this was in fact a VERY hard decision for me to make because I just adore my little shop, and more importantly the community that exists within Winn Lane, Fortitude Valley. We started as the first little shop in this laneway beside the popular Flamingo Cafe and have eagerly watched this space morph into something really special! With all the building complete you will now find 5 amazing retail shops including vintage fashion and handmade jewellery, a hairdresser, cafe and art gallery. Local Brisbane people out there who complain that our city is boring compared to other states... you're simply not looking hard enough! Now is a crucial time for these small businesses and they need our support! Where possible please support local business and local artists because it is this diversity that makes us who we are, we shouldn't be trying to emulate what people in Melbourne have but rather supporting the little guys out there who dare to take the risk and in turn ensuring the growth of a great, culturally diverse city. It has been a privilege to work within and contribute to one of the many upcoming creative precincts within Brisbane.
You may or may not have noticed it has been very quiet on the Little Jane St front of late and now you know why! However as of this Friday (which is our last day in the shop) things will hopefully change, and let me tell you there are some BIG changes on the horizon for me which I will tell you all about a little later! First up I will start creating again, lots of dreaming and designing. I will make big messes, have less stress, more time for friends and family, have my weekends back and enjoy what comes next! No pressure.
Thank you to everyone who has been a part of Little Jane St, popped in for a visit, supported our shop, purchased cute things - we have made so many new friends and I can't wait to see where this adventure leads us! Remember we are only closing our shop space so you can still find our range of Little Jane St goodies online and from our fantastic stockists throughout Australia.
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Hey Alarna, (it's Bobby)
I was just thinking bout you & the store and then I read this news on facebook.
Sad to see, but as you've said, it's not the end, in fact i'm sure it's far from! It's important to learn from 'mistakes' & continue to grow which is i'm sure what is happening right here.
I look forward to seeing what you do next!
- October 18, 2011 at 3:00 PM
- Amanda Thorson said...
This is sad, but i'm so happy that you aren't closing online...cause i was just about to put an order in!
- October 18, 2011 at 3:04 PM
- Sarah said...
Alarna, I am so sad to hear your news about the shop. Completely understand your position in putting so much in and sacrificing so much.
It's so hard at the moment, retail is really hard, and being a small business is even harder. Good on you for taking the big leap and helping others to follow. We do hope Winn Lane continues to blossom and more people invest in the little guys.
Most of all make sure you follow your heart, and do what makes you happy.
- October 18, 2011 at 3:24 PM
- fine and sunny said...
Hi Alarna
So sorry that you have had to close your doors, we understand the hard work - it sounds like you have made the right decision for yourself.
As Marsha Hines would say "Stay true to yourself girfriend"!!!
Annie & Shell
Fine & Sunny
- October 18, 2011 at 3:34 PM
- Claire said...
Oh I'm sorry to hear it Alarna.. I'm bummed I never got to visit! :(
I can't wait to see what you're up to next though, I'm sure it'll be exciting!
- October 18, 2011 at 4:07 PM
- Thea said...
Hi Alarna, Sorry that you have to close the shop but I totally understand about not having time to be creative and enjoy a social life. I think you have made the right decision. It really is hard trying to do everything. All the best for your future plans. xx
- October 18, 2011 at 4:56 PM
- Alex Louisa said...
Hi Alarna,
I thought things were quiet! So sorry to hear you are closing your little shop, but very happy to hear it is for all the right reasons! You wrote such a lovely post about it :)
It would be nice if 7 people could open a shop together, so each person only had to sacrifice one day each week to run it... but of course that is a perfectly idealised view of the whole thing!
Am looking forward to hearing about these big changes on the horizon. Enjoy the creating, dreaming, designing, mess-making and less stress-making! You deserve it :)
x Alex.
- October 18, 2011 at 5:49 PM
- alex sunday said...
i was just wondering why you hadn't posted for so long. sorry to hear that you're closing but i hope you feel some relief and excitement about getting back to creating. it sounds like you do! looking forward to updates!!
- October 18, 2011 at 6:15 PM
Hey Alarna,
All I can say is congratulations on making the right decision for yourself. There's no point continuing on with things when their not working. It makes great business sense to focus your energy where it's needed. And I bet, being true to yourself never felt better!
x KT
- October 18, 2011 at 6:46 PM
Sorry to hear – retail isn't doing very well at all. Sad news, but I'm sure great things are instore for the future. I know since closing L&B life has been on the up and up! All the best, Cheri
- October 18, 2011 at 7:13 PM
- Kylie C said...
I'm very sorry to hear this Alarna, but I don't blame you at all. I wish you nothing but happiness and awesomeness for the future.
- October 18, 2011 at 7:37 PM
- Kylie said...
Oh no! My daughter and I were just talking yesterday about how we have to visit soon and now you're closing! So sorry to hear this. We own a retail shop too and it has been really tough this year - I totally understand. I'll be popping in before Friday definitely. Kx
- October 18, 2011 at 10:30 PM
- Anna Spiro said...
Hi Alarna,
Very sad to read this news. I agree with everything you said in your post. We all need to support our local stores.
I'm sure the pressures of running a retail store will now ease and your creativity will flow.
I will look forward to following your new journey through your blog.
Anna Spiro
- October 18, 2011 at 10:33 PM
- katiecrackernuts said...
Sounds like a well thought out decision and one I know you could not have taken lightly. Good luck with the next chapter and I can't wait to hear what's coming.
- October 19, 2011 at 6:50 AM
- Vari L said...
Well done for making such a massive and difficult decision! Having a creative business myself, it's always challenging to find that balance. It must feel amazing to have made the decision and be moving forward in a positive way that allows you to re-engage the passion in your work and spend that precious time with friends.
Vari @ Buttercup Ink xx
- October 19, 2011 at 11:49 AM
- n o o k said...
Alarna, your ability to take risks & grow is something I greatly admire about you! Your little shop will be sorely missed. However, you're one talented designer lady and I can't wait to see what the future brings!
Hope to catch up soon. x Michelle.
- October 20, 2011 at 2:13 PM
- Leni said...
Alarna, you're amazing. Your style and creativity has honestly inspired me more than I probably even know!
You do what you know is right for you.
All the best, and hopefully run into you soon. Love Leni x
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BANGKOK, July 16, 2004 (LifeSiteNews.com) - The International AIDS Conference in Bangkok is in an uproar. While overpopulated with pro-condom ideologues, it is hearing from Uganda, the only African nation that has dramatically reversed the epidemic, on why condom use is a very distant third add-on to their successful ABC program of promotion of abstinence before marriage and being faithful during marriage. However, rather than slamming the Ugandan delegation at the conference which included the Ugandan President, the anger of the pro-condom activists has been directed at the United States which has taken Uganda as an example and adopted a push for abstinence and fidelity over condoms. The U.S. move has made leftist activists such as Canada's Stephen Lewis irate. The high-profile Lewis, United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan's Special Envoy for HIV/AIDS in Africa, came unhinged at the conference Wednesday after U.S. envoy Randall Tobias presented the proposal of abstinence and fidelity first. Using language uncharacteristic of UN higher-ups for whom diplomacy reigns, Lewis spoke to reporters saying of the U.S. approach, "It's completely out of date… an ideological distortion." He also called it "foolhardy" and "destructive." Dr Sam Okware, Uganda's first AIDS control programme director and Commissioner of Health Services informed conference participants of his country's unique and dramatic beating back of the deadly epidemic. Okware explained that while the fight against AIDS is centered on the condom in other countries, in Uganda, condoms come last, with morality playing the central role. At the outset of the conference, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni set sparks flying saying AIDS is, "obviously a moral problem when one has sexual intercourse before marriage or outside marriage." Nevertheless, Lewis, who has a long history of intense social liberalism and socialist political views, pontificated, "Tobias has an ideological agenda, and the ideological agenda is abstinence over condoms as a matter of public policy. But that ideological agenda, with respect, is wrong, and most of the experts and scientists understand that it's wrong." See related LifeSiteNews.com coverage: International AIDS Conference Told by Leading AIDS Fighter Use Abstinence Not Condoms http://www.lifesite.net/ldn/2004/jul/04071201.html See related LifeSiteNews.com coverage on Lewis: Bishop Objects To Stephen Lewis Speaking At Catholic Health Conference http://www.lifesite.net/ldn/2001/mar/01032801.html Lewis' Rwanda Report Blames Christian Church For Genocide http://www.lifesite.net/ldn/2000/july/000710a.html jhw
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Planned Parenthood closes Iowa abortion facility because of low business
DUBUQUE, Iowa, May 3, 2016 (LifeSiteNews) – Planned Parenthood closed an Iowa abortion facility on Friday, noting low business that left the facility unsustainable from a financial standpoint.
Although Planned Parenthood of the Heartland announced in January that it planned to close the Dubuque, Iowa, office, pro-life sidewalk counselors were overjoyed on Friday to read the sign in the window that read: "Our office is closed, effective April 28, 2016."
The office did not perform surgical abortions but did provide medication abortions to the community of about 58,000.
"Rejoice with us for the lives of unborn children saved!" Iowa Right to Life said in a statement after the closure.
As with numerous other closures, Planned Parenthood, which styles itself a provider of "care no matter what," emphasized it was closing its doors to preserve its bottom line.
"After assessing the shifting health care landscape, changing demographics, and the challenges of operating in areas with low patient volumes, we made the tough decision to close the Dubuque Health Center," the group said in an announcement. "This change allows us to expand hours and see more patients in Cedar Rapids, where there is unmet demand due to lack of clinician hours."
"While we regret making this change, we know it is a necessary step in order to continue our mission to provide, promote and protect reproductive and sexual health through health services, education and advocacy. Patients have been notified, and if they wish, they can receive a broader array of services at our health center in Cedar Rapids, where we have expanded hours to accommodate more patient," Planned Parenthood said.
American Life League's vice president, Jim Sedlak, remembers speaking to the county right to life group nine years ago.
"I told them at the time that they needed to protest outside Planned Parenthood at least once a week," he said. "They told me they would do better than that. Over the last eight years, these dedicated pro-lifers were outside Planned Parenthood every hour it was open. And now...it's closed for good."
That aligns with advice that David Bereit, the founder of 40 Days for Life, once told young people who wanted to know how to end abortion.
Be loving and compassionate, he said.
"Your peaceful, loving presence out there flies in the face of all the stereotypes they want to throw onto us," he added. "When you show them love instead of condemnation, when you show them peace and joy instead of anger and judgment, that will begin to break down the walls."
Iowa Right to Life credited just such tactics with closing an office in Red Oak that performed webcam abortions. "Planned Parenthood shut down in Red Oak in large part because of the constant, prayerful presence outside their clinic," the group said.
Upon hearing of the latest abortion facility shuttering, the Dubuque County Right to Life said that Planned Parenthood isn't the only group that will move its base of operations. "We will probably put our efforts in Cedar Rapids and will continue to spread the pro-life message," said Executive Director Marian Bourek.
NewsAbortion, Politics - U.S., Specialty pages, Republican Presidential Primaries 2016 Tue May 3, 2016 - 3:51 pm EST
Ted Cruz confronted by mom who supports aborting disabled babies…just like hers
MARION, Indiana, May 3, 2016 (LifeSiteNews) – Senator Ted Cruz was met on the campaign trail by a mother who strongly opposed a state pro-life law that would have protected children with birth conditions – like her own.
Andrea DeBruler, a 41-year-old nurse, confronted the presidential hopeful in the city of Marion as Cruz campaigned with Gov. Mike Pence.
DeBruler first asked Cruz, then Pence, about House Bill 1337, which bans abortions performed due to the child's race, sex, or disability, such as Down syndome.
DeBruler held up a picture of her daughter, Jania, who was born with cerebral palsy. "This was a choice," she said.
She asked Sen. Cruz if he supported the bill, which made Indiana the second state in the nation to ban abortion for Down syndrome, after North Dakota.
"I'm not Governor Pence," he replied. "But I'll tell you this: I believe in protecting human life."
Pence, who endorsed Cruz in today's make-or-break Indiana primary, listened to her objections.
"I'm not here as a Republican, I'm not here as a Democrat. I'm here as a woman, a woman with choices, choices that you guys should not make," DeBruler said.
After hearing that she felt many families lacked sufficient resources to care for children, especially in an area like Marion, Gov. Pence offered to connect her with social services.
"God bless her," he said, looking at Jania's picture, "and God bless you."
Though it may be unusual to encounter a woman arguing for the right to abort her own child, the governor handled it calmly. Pence had specifically reflected on "precious moments" he spent with "families of children with disabilities, especially those raising children with Down syndrome" when he signed the bill into law in March.
"We are truly thankful for the passage of this historic legislation by the Indiana House and applaud the new civil rights protections this bill creates for unborn children, as well as the new provisions this bill establishes for the humane final disposition of aborted babies," Indiana Right to Life President Mike Fichter said at the time.
DeBruler told the UK media outlet The Independent that H.B. 1337 "means you can no longer have an abortion based on deformity. I'm against this law, because I think it should be a woman's choice" to abort for any reason.
Congressional Democrats made similar statements during hearings last month for Rep. Trent Franks' federal Prenatal Nondiscrimination Act (PRENDA), with Congressman John Conyers saying the bill is "patently unconstitutional," because a woman has the right to abort a child before viability for any reason.
Both leading contenders for the Democratic nomination expressed their displeasure with the law, which protects unborn children from racial or sexual discrimination, as well as discrimination on the basis of an inborn trait like mental capacity.
When Gov. Pence signed the law, Sen. Bernie Sanders tweeted:
The decision to have an abortion is for a woman to make, not the Governor of Indiana. https://t.co/1VOroXS2br— Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) March 24, 2016
Hillary Clinton later said, "I commend the women of this state, young and old, for standing up against this governor and this legislature."
DeBruler told The Independent, despite her comment about not being a Democrat or a Republican, she is in fact a Democrat and will vote for Hillary Clinton in today's primary.
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The moral challenge to Cardinal Wuerl in pending Notre Dame outrage
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May 3, 2016 (CatholicCulture) -- In 2009, when the University of Notre Dame invited President Barack Obama to deliver a commencement address, dozens of American bishops lodged loud public protests. Yet this year, as Notre Dame prepares to confer an even greater honor on Vice President Joe Biden (together with former House Speaker John Boehner), the silence from the hierarchy is deafening.
Back in 2009, Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Houston said that Notre Dame's invitation to President Obama was "very disappointing,", while then-Archbishop Timothy Dolan termed it a "big mistake." The late Bishop John D'Arcy, then leader of the Indiana diocese in which the university is located, spoke of "the terrible breach which has taken place between Notre Dame and the Church." For the first time in his 25 years of service to the Fort Wayne-South Bend diocese, Bishop D'Arcy declined to attend the Notre Dame commencement exercises; instead he addressed a protest rally organized by pro-life students, faculty, alumni, and staff.
These prelates and others explained their dismay by referring to the statement "Catholics in Political Life," released in 2004 by the US Conference of Catholic Bishops. In that document, the bishops reflected on the need to maintain a consistent public witness in defense of human life, and therefore to distance themselves from public officials who support legal abortion. The statement set forth a clear policy that Catholic institutions should not give public honors to "pro-choice" politicians:
The Catholic community and Catholic institutions should not honor those who act in defiance of our fundamental moral principles. They should not be given awards, honors or platforms which would suggest support for their actions.
By giving President Obama an honorary degree and offering him an opportunity to speak at graduation, Notre Dame clearly violated that policy. University officials could offer only garbled partial defenses, claiming that they were honoring Obama not because he supports unrestricted abortion, but because he is President of the United States.
This year the university cannot offer even that lame defense of the decision to award the Laetare Medal to Vice President Biden. Unlike Obama, Biden is a Catholic, and by granting him this award the university is explicitly saying that the Vice President has "illustrated the ideals of the Church and enriched the heritage of humanity." In other words, Notre Dame is honoring Vice President Biden as a Catholic political leader despite his unwavering support for abortion and same-sex marriage.
Give credit to Bishop Kevin Rhoades, the current leader of the Fort Wayne-South Bend diocese, for raising a lonely voice of protest. "I believe it is wrong for Notre Dame to honor any 'pro-choice' public official with the Laetare Medal, even if he/she has other positive accomplishments in public service," Bishop Rhoades said. But if any other bishops have joined him in that rebuke to Notre Dame, I must have missed their public announcements.
Some observers, of liberal political sympathies, have argued that it is wrong to honor John Boehner, too, because the former Speaker disagreed with the US bishops' stand on immigration. This is a tired old argument, conflating disagreement with the bishops on a prudential political decision with defiance of Church teaching on a fundamental moral principle. But it is noteworthy that Notre Dame officials saw fit to make a joint award, no doubt in a cynical effort to dodge political criticism by choosing one honoree from each side of the political spectrum.
"We live in a toxic political environment where poisonous invective and partisan gamesmanship pass for political leadership," said Father John Jenkins, the president of Notre Dame, in announcing the Laetare Award recipients. (Notice the pre-emptive suggestion that those who criticize the school's choices may be engaged in "poisonous invective.") He went on to make a tortured argument that although Notre Dame is honoring two politicians, it is not honoring them for what they have done in their political careers:
In recognizing both men, Notre Dame is not endorsing the policy positions of either, but celebrating two lives dedicated to keeping our democratic institutions working for the common good through dialogue focused on the issues and responsible compromise.
By now we all know the familiar dodges. The politician claims to oppose abortion personally, but to feel a delicate reticence about imposing his views on others. He says that we must be willing to compromise (even on life-and-death decisions). He insists that he is not "pro-abortion" but "pro-choice."
That last bubble of rhetoric was unceremoniously burst by Cardinal Donald Wuerl of Washington, DC, when he celebrated Mass at Georgetown after Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richard had delivered a lecture there. "The word 'choice' is a smokescreen," he said, "behind which those killing unborn children take refuge. Every chance you get, blow that smoke away!"
Now Cardinal Wuerl himself has a chance to "blow that smoke away." As things stand, he is scheduled to celebrate Mass at the Notre Dame commencement, and to receive an honorary degree. He could pull out; he could absent himself from the ceremonies, to ensure that he does not become part of an event that pays homage to a "pro-choice" Catholic politician.
And there is a precedent. Back in 2009, the Harvard legal scholar (and former US ambassador to the Holy See) Mary Ann Glendon was chosen to receive the Laetare Award. But when she learned that President Obama would be speaking, she announced her decision to decline the award. Clearly annoyed that her presence might be used to quiet the critics of the honor for Obama, Ambassador Glendon wrote that she did not want to be used as a counterweight, nor did she see the Notre Dame commencement as an appropriate venue for a genteel debate about legal abortion:
A commencement, however, is supposed to be a joyous day for the graduates and their families. It is not the right place, nor is a brief acceptance speech the right vehicle, for engagement with the very serious problems raised by Notre Dame's decision—in disregard of the settled position of the U.S. bishops—to honor a prominent and uncompromising opponent of the Church's position on issues involving fundamental principles of justice.
Could Cardinal Wuerl do this year what Ambassador Glendon did in 2009? Even at this late date, his withdrawal would send a powerful message of support for the right to life: an unmistakable rebuke to politicians who hide behind the smokescreen that the cardinal himself identified. To be sure, if he did withdraw, the cardinal would be caught in an avalanche of public criticism; he would suffer for his public witness. But there is a reason why cardinals wear red.
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Is Wal-Mart Good or Bad for America? A Debate
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Wal-Marts detractors argue that Wal-Mart reduces living standards, hurts retail trade, disrupts communities, and relies on government programs to provide healthcare for many of its workers. Is Wal-Mart a force for good or evil?
Experts: Ken Jacobs, Richard K. VedderType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Business, Labor and Employment, Regulation and Deregulation


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Another incredibly busy season of growth, gardens and classes is coming to an end. The autumn harvest is in, and the beds are put to rest for another season. Though we've had a long lovely colorful autumn, I can feel the weather changing as I type. First snows are on their way, always a reminder of how much we have still to do before winter settles in with certainty. Each year at this time, we offer a Special Sale on The Science & Art of Herbalism, our popular home study course. We're happy to offer our Online Course as well as the Classic Printed Course at a substantial savings. Winter is a perfect time to study and there's no better nor heartful study than the beautiful and healing world of plants. The Herbal Home Study Course also makes one of the most meaningful and lasting Christmas gifts you can give ~ either for yourself or a special loved one. The Course emphasizes self-care, home health, and self-reliance, all invaluable tools that are essential at this time on earth. More than any one system of healing, herbalism teaches us to take care of ourselves, our families and the earth and offers a low cost alternative to health care that is both sustainable and renewable. Even more, it connects us to something deep and meaningful in our lives, often anchoring us to our purpose, pointing the way to not only a healthier but a more fulfilling life. Plants are joyful, and studying about them is fun! Join me on this amazing journey into the Green Nations…
All of us at Sage Mountain wish you a very special and peaceful autumn/winter season, filled with inner light, radiance, and peace.
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Riders: Jobst Brandt, Eric Heiden, Tom Ritchey, Steve Potts, Ted Mock
Route: Milpitas, over Mt. Hamilton to Livermore, Hwy 84, Calaveras Road.
What would have been just another Mt. Hamilton ride turned into a star-studded affair with the arrival of speedskater Eric Heiden (winner of 5 gold medals at the 1980 winter Olympics) at the summit. Eric drove up the mountain with his grandparents, who were visiting from Wisconsin. He had to attend a bike function in Santa Clara Valley and was unable to start the ride with the Jobst riders.
Tom said he was out of shape, having spent 10 days in Japan arranging for products to be made, including a mountain bike tire he designed. Steve Potts, a mountain biker and frame builder from Marin County, was visiting Tom.
Ted made a rare appearance. He just moved his photography shop across the street from Palo Alto Bicycles, having taken over another photographer's business. Ted was going to visit friends in Danville, so he would turn off at Livermore and take Tassajara Road.
As was typical with Jobst rides, the climb had its moments when people went off the front and made others suffer trying to keep up. As always, Jobst's eagle eyes started spotting birds, this time a Lazuli Bunting. At first, I thought it was a bluebird, but Jobst corrected me. Along the way, I looked for cracks in the road after the recent 6.2 magnitude earthquake in nearby Morgan Hill, but none were found.
At the summit (4,200 feet), Eric passed us and tooted his horn. Jobst and I raced to the top and, like a fool, I tried a 52-17 combination, but couldn't push such a big gear. Leave the big gears to Jobst.
Eric changed into his cycling clothes as Jobst and I talked with Eric's grandfather, who lives in Wisconsin and said he was a hockey coach at one time. They live on a lake and this past winter they had 200 inches of snow. They couldn't get over the beauty of Santa Clara Valley and Mt. Hamilton.
Jobst went on about the problems he had with painting distance-to-go markers for the Mt. Hamilton road race. The sheriff painted over Jobst's handiwork. This year Jobst said he would fool the sheriff and paint the markers the day of the race.
On the descent, Jobst led us down the steep side. We regrouped and rode together to San Antonio Junction store. Jobst spotted a Horned Lark, Western Kingbird, Lewis's Woodpecker, and a Roadrunner. Wildflowers covered San Antonio Valley, but not as much as two springs ago when we had heavy rains.
We had our usual bite to eat at the store and rubbed shoulders with the motorcycle crowd.
On the first climb after leaving the store, Jobst, Ted, and Eric blasted off the front, but slowed down on the second climb –- the Double S — so I could catch up. On Mines Road we had the usual headwind.
Just before reaching Livermore, Eric had a front tubular flat [Jobst quit using sewups around 1981]. A rider caught up to us a joined our group into town.
In Livermore, we stopped at Safeway for food. We then headed west on Highway 84 [we quit taking that route around 1987-88]. We had a nice ride up Calaveras Road in the late afternoon, enjoying the green valleys and hills sprinkled with yellow and orange California poppies.
Back in Milpitas, we loaded our bikes into our cars and headed home, 102 miles, and 8,600 feet of climbing, behind us.


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LONDON (AP) - It's been 50 years. But other than the lines and crags on their faces, you wouldn't have known that it's been that long since The Rolling Stones began playing as a band.
The aging rock band played the first of five shows in London to mark their half-century mark.
Lead singer Mick Jagger led the group through its paces during a two and a half-hour show - joined by former bass player Bill Wyman and guitar player Mick Taylor jamming with their former mates on stage. The show was held at the O2 Arena.
Lead guitarist Keith Richards - who has survived battles with booze and drugs - told the audience during one break: "I'm happy to see you. I'm happy to see anybody."
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Baroness Alexandra der Wasserman, Co-Mayor for Gulf War 2015, reports that the registration deadline for the War is fast approaching.
Gulf War Registration 2015 deadline approaches
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Baroness Alexandra der Wasserman, Co-Mayor for Gulf War 2015, reports that the registration deadline for the War is fast approaching.
St. Augustine dig: "a 16th century jackpot!"
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2015-02-01 21:12
Archaeologists working at the site of a new garden at the gallery of the Art Association in St. Augustine, Florida, have unearthed "some of the earliest artifacts found in the downtown area." City archaeologist Carl Halbirt said, "This is a 16th century jackpot!" WFGA, Jacksonville, has the story. (video)
SCA BoD February 2, 2015 Conference Call
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2015-02-01 14:52
Due to the large amount of information surrounding the additional peerage matter, the Board of Directors has decided to participate in a conference call on February 2, 2015.
Photos of Ansteorra's Winter Crown Tourney 2015
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2015-01-30 12:45
Master Caelin on Andrede reports that he has published several albums of photos from Winter Crown Tournament 2015, which took place revently in the Kingdom of Ansteorra. The photos are available on Flickr.
Jarl Sven Randallson wins Ansteorra Winter 2015 Crown Tournament
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2015-01-30 10:06
Annes reports that Jarl Sven Randallson was the victor of the January 10, 2015 Crown Tournament in the Kingdom of Ansteorra.
Potables needed for Known World Party
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2015-01-29 11:08
Mistress Sylvia du Vey, Guildmistress of the East Kingdom Brewers Guild, reports that donations are needed for the known World Party to take place at Pennsic War XLIV.
Photos from Steppes 12th Night 2014
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2015-01-28 16:53
Master Caelin on Andrede reports that he has created an album of photos from the Kingdom of Ansteorra's 12th Night 2014. The photos are available on Flickr.
Calling All Warranted Chirurgeons!
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2015-01-27 16:07
Estrella War is near, and we are looking for those who are willing to assist in keeping our event safe. If you are a warranted Chirurgeon within your Kingdom and are interested in volunteering at either Chirurgeon Point or during Battles, please contact Lady Rowan.
Cry Heralds needed for Gulf Wars
Gulf War is on the horizon, and the Clarion Calls go throughout the land for volunteers to help make Gulf Wars XXIV "the best of the best."
Land procedure changes for Pennsic this year.
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2015-01-26 14:55
There will be significant changes to Pennsic Land procedures for Pennsic War 44, including new "early in" and block seniority rules.
Call for Applicants - Society Chronicler
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2015-01-26 11:30
The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is seeking candidates for the position of Society Chronicler. The Interim Society Chronicler's warrant ends in August 2015. In order to ensure a smooth transition, applications for the position of Society Chronicler are now being accepted.
Chirurgeons at Rowany Festival
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2015-01-24 21:20
As Rowany Festival soon approaches, we are once more in need of dedicated helpers to cover our first aid requirements at the event.
Stefan's Florilegium updates for January 2015
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2015-01-24 17:24
THLord Stefan li Rous provdes updates for Stefan's Florilegium for January 2015.
Resignation of the Society Chirurgeon
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2015-01-23 19:00
At the Jan 2015 quarterly board meeting, the board accepted the resignation of the Society Chirurgeon, and directed the President to handle the responsibilities of that office until further notice.
Attention unto the Known World: Rejoice!
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2015-01-23 17:41
On LinkedIn, Landinn de Marest (Kristen Fife), reports that the Board of Directors of the Society for Creative Anachornism, Inc. has approved the creation of a new kingdom.
Precious manuscripts threatened by jihadists in Iraq
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2015-01-23 00:31
The fighting in Iraq continues to threaten, not just the populace, but historical treasures and manuscripts. Recently a Dominican Order of priests, known as the Order of Preachers, managed to rescue a number of these precious documents when Islamic State jihadists advanced into the region. (photos)
Proposed Corpora Change Results - 4th Peerage
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2015-01-22 19:00
At the January 17, 2015 Board of Directors meeting in Milpitas, CA, the Board voted against revising Corpora to establish a rapier peerage.
Quivers and Quarrels: Winter issue
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Sir Jon reports that the Winter edition of the SCA wide archery E-newsletter is now available online.
NBC News goes to Pennsic
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2015-01-17 13:12
Do you remember why you joined the SCA? If you don't, or need to remember why you are still a member, watch For Glory & Honor: Medieval Reenactors Go To Battle, an NBC News feature showcasing the SCA at the Pennsic War. (video)
First Quarter 2015 Board Meeting
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2015-01-16 18:00
The Board of Directors would like to remind the membership that the First Quarter 2015 Board Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow Saturday, January 17, 2015.
Doctoral thesis changes history of Swedish glass
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2015-01-16 16:40
Archaeologist Anna Ihr's doctoral dissertation, Becoming Vitrified, shows that the glass industry in Sweden is much older than previously believed, as early as the 13th century. The thesis describes how different vitrified, or glassy, materials can be interpreted and analysed.
SCA Inc. discontinues Known World Mail
Submitted by Justin on Fri, 2015-01-16 12:05
Effective February 1, 2015, the SCA is discontinuing its Known World Mail, a hosted mail service previously offered to SCA members.
Stonehenge in 8th century poem?
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2015-01-13 13:53
The 8th century, Old English poem called The Ruin may be the oldest surviving literature to mention Stonehenge, says medieval liguist Dr Graeme Davis. The poem refers to stones called "the old ones" or the "elders."
Pennsic Registration Office: Preregistration is live
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2015-01-12 21:18
The Pennsic Pre-reigistration Office reports that pre-registration for Pennsic 44 is now live
Stefan's Florilegium files for December 2014
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2015-01-11 13:28
THLord Stefan li Rous provides updates to Stefan's Florilegium for December 2014.
"Magical mud" of Novgorod reveals treasures
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2015-01-09 13:58
"Send me a shirt, towel, trousers, reins, and, for my sister, send fabric. If I am alive, I will pay for it," wrote a 14th century father, Onus, to his son, Danilo, in the block letters of Old Novgorod language on a birch bark scroll. The note, among a dozen others, was discovered recently in the "magicial mud" of Veliky Novgorod, Russia.
Staffordshire Hoard teaches lesson in Anglo-Saxon metallurgy
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2015-01-08 12:04
Gold was believed to have magical powers in Anglo-Saxon society, which may have led to discovery of special processes to make the metal appear "more golden than gold." These findings are part of a new study of the Staffordshire Hoard which "showed goldsmiths knew how to remove alloyed metals such as copper and silver from the surface of objects."
Richard III burial timetable and appeal for funds
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2015-01-07 11:50
As the reburial of King Richard III approaches, the city of Leicester, England and Leicester Cathedral prepare for the festivities by calling on the locals to help with fundraising. The diocese has raised only UK£1.9m of the £2.5m cost of the celebration.
"One of the most important Viking hoards ever found in Scotland" unearthed near Dumfriesshire
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2015-01-05 10:39
September 2014 was a great month for British metal detector enthusiast Derek McLennan. The retired businessman discovered "one of the most important Viking hoards ever found in Scotland" in a field in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. (photos)
Remains of "witch girl" found in Italy
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2015-01-04 15:03
In early medieval Italy, "burying the dead facedown was a way to prevent the impure soul threatening the living," says anthropologist Elena Dellù. This might explain the remains of a teenage girl discovered recently at the complex of San Calocero in Albenga, Italy. (photo)
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