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- April 30, 2013
MORE than 160 Victorian childcare centres and kindergartens have failed to meet strict new guidelines, new figures show.
But only one childcare centre has been given the lowest ranking.
Detailed ratings of 2000 of the country's 13,000 early childhood services will be posted on the My Child website today (mychild.gov.au), giving parents information about how services are performing.
This is the first time parents have had access to data assessing things such as health and safety, staffing, educational programs, and the physical environment.
However, a list of under-performing services will not be published. Parents must enter the name of a centre or kinder to see its rating.
In Victoria, 558 -- 15 per cent - of 3728 childcare centres, kinders, family daycare services and outside-school-hours care centres covered by the new quality guidelines have been assessed.
Figures show 165 are still working towards meeting the standards, 279 are meeting the standards, and 113 are exceeding the standards.
Rachel Hunter, board chairman of the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority, said the process was "raising the bar on quality for Australian children's education and care services".
"The rating of 'working towards' is an important part of the successful transition to new and higher standards, and does not mean children's safety or health is at risk," she said.
Emma King, chief executive officer of the Early Learning Association Australia, said the standards were aspirational. "It's not just about ticking a box," she said.
"There's no cause for panic if parents find a service is working towards meeting standards, as they are rated against seven different areas and must meet them all."
Nationally, 44 per cent of the services accredited so far are still working to meet the new tougher national standards. Fifty-five per cent have met the standards, or exceeded them. This compares to the 70 per cent of services that have met the standards in Victoria.
Early Childhood Minister Wendy Lovell said this showed standards in Victoria's early childhood sector were "the highest in the country, and something we should all be proud of".
"Victoria's stand-alone kindergartens have done especially well," she said.
The remaining services will be assessed by the end of 2015, and will be progressively added to mychild.gov.au and acecqa.gov.au.

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Dirk Strider:
That's when a puppet pops up in front of you, and god is it creepy. You shriek and throw yourself back away from it. Instead of hitting the pavement like you expect, you land in someone's strong grip.
A boy closely resembling your classmate, Dave Strider, holds you in the crook of one arm, and that puppet in the other. The style is more spiked and anime looking, but that's a very familiar looking color of blonde hair. His shades are crazily pointed, but they still hide his eyes. Even his mouth is that same damned expressionless line.
"Are you related to Dave Strider?"
"Do you realize that this is hardly the time to ask that?"
"I-I, uh..."
"Didn't think so. I'm taking you back to your house now."
He grabs your hand and starts to drag you away. You're at first out of sorts. He pops up out of nowhere and suddenly tries to drag you around. He can't do that.
Shaking your head for clarity, you dig your feet into the path.
"W-wait a minute! What do you think you're doing?" You exclaim.
"I just told you I'm taking you home. Dave has school tomorrow, so do you."
So he is Dave's legendary older brother. The name Dirk Strider comes to mind and you glare. The last thing you want to deal with now is another Strider.
You got paired with Dave once for a school project. He bluntly stated he was too cool for such a thing and left all of the work to you. You did all of the work, and he got the grade. The resentment kind of lingered with you.
"Your name is Dirk, right?"
No response, you will have to take it as a yes.
"Well my name is (f/n) (l/n), and don't care to be pushed around by a Strider. I have business here, so just go away, please." Leave it to nerves to make you polite while angry.
He's silent. You tug your hand, but his grip is still strong. Glaring, you pull on his wrist with your other hand, but it makes no difference.
"What kind of business?"
You stop tugging.
"It's not really anything important."
Your voice drops in volume.
"Then tell me."
Your hand goes limp. He doesn't move an inch, face still voice. It makes you angry, but there's another emotion beginning to bubble up.
"Why do you care?"
Your voice comes out as a quiet monotone. He's asking, but he's just like everyone else. There's not even point of making up a lie.
"Because I want you to tell me."
That's a lie. Nobody really wants you to tell them. Plenty of people have asked you to talk. The moment you open your mouth, they shut you out. They say they understand and you just need to buck up.
You've gone to others with hope. You'd love for someone to listen, but nobody responds to your attempts. You don't even need them to understand.
"Don't you lie to me!" You scream. "Nobody ever listens! You don't really care, so it's none of your business!"
You breath heavily, heart racing with rage. After a second, tears follow your outburst. You drop your head and let them pour into your hands.
"Damn it, I'm not lying." There's irritation laced in his voice.
You lift your head to shout at him, but come to face his chest. You're silenced as his strong arms wrap around you tightly. You stare in surprise before you glare. You struggle to free yourself until you hear him speak again.
"You can't just assume that everyone is the same." His voice is raised. "Some people are assholes, but I'm right here. I'll listen to you if you want to say anything. I know other people who'd love to listen too. I...You...You just don't have to feel like there's only one last resort."
Suddenly, the warmth of his body disappears. You stare wide eyed at the nothingness in front of you. You twirl in a circle and find there's nobody else around. Dave was telling the truth. They really can flash step.
-Next Day At School-
You stride through the hall, head held high, and rage pouring off of you in waves. After everything Dirk said to you last night, you started to trust him. Then he just flash steps out of sight and leaves you. He is not going to get away with that.
The school day is over, and you are looking for Dave. You're going to be walking him home.
You spot the trademark head of light blonde hair and make your way over.
He turns to you from his locker, and stares blankly. You give him a sickly sweet smile, and close his locker for him.
"I'm going to be walking you home today." You state with false sweetness. His only indication of acknowledgement is a raised eyebrow. "I need to have a word with Dirk." You growl.
You aren't positive, but you'd swear you saw the tiniest hint of a smirk on Dave's lips before it's gone.
"Yeah, whatever. That's cool."
He walks away with you following close by his side. The walk to his apartment is silent. Him with his cool kid facade, and you with seething rage. You really don't know why it pisses you off so much, but you're on fire.
Even after a practically endless ascension of stairs to the Strider abode, you still thrive with energy. Excitement bubbles in your chest as you wait for Dave to open the door.
"Bro, I'm home." Dave drawls as he walks inside.
Dave immediately takes on a fighting stance. Ignoring all possible reasons as to why, you push past him with a glare.
Just as you step into the apartment, Dirk comes to a skidding halt about three inches from your face. Rage forgotten, you freeze up. He's so close you can feel his breath on your lips. Glancing down, you see a drawn katana in his hand.
"I brought a friend with me." Dave states with a wave as he absconds to what you assume is his bedroom.
Dirk calmly backs up and stares at you blankly. It is that exact look that reignites the fuel to your flame. Your shoulders tense, and you attack.
"I can't believe you!" You start with a shout. "After everything you said last night, I finally started to think you could be okay. Bad idea to be okay with a Strider. You actually made me feel really nice for the first time in a really long time. Like somebody really cared! Then all of a sudden you flash step out of there and leave by myself. I should've known you were just l-."
Strider flavored lips on yours brings a swift end to your tyrade. Your eyes go wide, and Dirks hands hold onto your shoulders.
When he pulls away, you still blankly stare in shock.
"I wasn't lying, but feel free to hit me if you want."
You do just that. Then you do a bit more.
Raising a hand, you smack him across the face. There's a red mark in the shape of your palm on his cheek. His glasses are knocked askew and you catch a glimpse of remorse in fiery orange eyes.
He really didn't want to piss you off. He had a bit of a problem last night. As he spoke to you, he felt a wave of emotions tackling him. Striders don't cry, and he had to get the hell out of there. He had every intention of meeting up with you later, if you'd forgive him.
"That is for leaving me." You growl.
You then grab a fistful of his shirt and yank him down. You plant your lips to his roughly. He responds quickly, kissing back just as fiercely. He nips your bottom lip, and you part your mouth. His skilled tongue slips in and tangles with yours. You wrap your arms around his neck to pull him closer, and he grips your waist tightly.
You both pull back to face Dave. Your face is heavily flushed, and you pant for breath. Dirk is completely undisturbed.
"Apple juice." Dave states.
Now you know for sure that you just caught him smirking. That insufferable prick!
Dirk steps back, pulling you with him. You realize that you were just snogging in front of the kitchen entrance. Apple juice makes a bit more sense now.
"Can I assume I'm on your good side again?"
You look to Dirk and glare, your face heating up into a bright blush.
"Damn Striders."
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That Strider charm!!!! Enjoy a bit of Dirk!
I really like this one. I kind of added a bit of my attitude filled anger to the reader once they get themselves back together. Prep yourself to show that Strider boy who is boss!
"Strider flavored lips"
dude u need to make another part for this story too
Every day.
All the time.
Every day.
All the time.
apple juice is more important that your damn face sucking XD
Dirk you piece of trash.
Kiss me again.
Kiss me again.
What does 'Strider' taste like...?
Apple Juice and Irony. XD
Strider flavor lips~ yum,yum,yum~
"Damn Striders."
I now have the goofiest grin on my face
Mmmmmm Strider Flavour
/Strider flavored lips./
/Strider flavored/
I am so fricking done.
/Strider flavored/
I am so fricking done.
tastes like cool ironic dorkiness~ with a hint of orange beverage for that dirky dirk flava
Dave was telling the truth. They really can flash step. - I don't know why but I completely lost it at this line
Haha, did you know? Insufferable pricks excel at flash stepping.
I love this. So well written and SOOO TRUUUUEEE
i love how reader-chan doesnt even question the katana
Reader: Psh! Katana! What Katana? He's just holding a sharp stick
just your usual katana bro, nothing to question
yep. totally normal dawg. just ya kno. attacking my lil bro. thats all. dont even worry about it brah.
Strider flavor. The flavor of Apple Juice and Irony.
will you do a bro one?
probably not. I'm eventually going to work on the dancestors possibly if I ever finish my hungergamestuck series, but i'm going to have to count dirk as bro.
I've always wondered what strider lips tasted like.
now I know
now I know
'Strider flavored lips'. Yes. Just YES! XD
after reading that i felt really sassy for some odd reason. but still.. really good story ^_^


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June 5th, 2009
A new Gallup poll shows that everyone is sick of the ban on gay men and women in the military. Every measured demographic answered the following question favorably:
Do you favor or oppose allowing openly gay men and lesbian women to serve in the military.
The highest level of support came from "liberals" at 86%. But open service was favored by 60% of "weekly church goers", 58% of "Republicans", and 58% of "conservatives".
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TACLOBAN, Philippines
Thousands of typhoon survivors swarmed the airport here today seeking a flight out, but only a few hundred made it, leaving behind a shattered, rain-lashed city short of food and water and littered with countless bodies.
Four days after Typhoon Haiyan struck the eastern Philippines, only a trickle of assistance has made to affected communities. Authorities estimated the storm killed 10,000 or more across a vast swath of the country. Millions are without shelter or food.
Tacloban, a city of about 220,000 people on Leyte island, bore the full force of the winds and the tsunami-like storm surges. Most of the city is in ruins, a tangled mess of destroyed houses, cars and trees. Malls, garages and shops have all been stripped of food and water by hungry residents.
Just after dawn today, two Philippine Air Force C-130s arrived at its destroyed airport along with several commercial and private flights. More than 3,000 people who camped out at the building surged onto the tarmac past a broken iron fence to get on the aircraft. Just a dozen soldiers and several police held them back.
Mothers raised their babies high above their heads in the rain in hopes of being prioritized. One lady in her 30s lay on a stretcher, shaking uncontrollably. Only a small number managed to board.
"I was pleading with the soldiers. I was kneeling and begging because I have diabetes," said Helen Cordial, whose house was destroyed in the storm. "Do they want me to die in this airport? They are stone hearted."
Most residents spent Monday night under pouring rain wherever they could find shelter — in the ruins of destroyed houses, in the open along roadsides and shredded trees. Some slept under tents brought in by the government or relief groups.
Local doctors said they were desperate for medicines. Beside the ruined airport tower, at a small makeshift clinic with shattered windows, army and air force medics said they had treated around 1,000 people since the typhoon.
"It's overwhelming," said air force Capt. Antonio Tamayo. "We need more medicine. We cannot give anti-tetanus vaccine shots because we have none."
International aid groups and militaries are rushing assistance to the region, but little has arrived yet. Government officials and police and army officers have all been caught up in the disaster themselves, hampering coordination.
The George Washington carrier strike group, which includes the San Diego-based cruiser Cowpens, was expected to arrive off the coast in about two days, according to the Pentagon.
The 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade based in Okinawa, Japan, is leading the U.S. military's humanitarian assistance and disaster relief mission in the Philippines. A forward command element of about 90 Marines arrived Sunday to assess storm damages and direct initial search and rescue efforts.
About 180 Marines are now in the Philippines with the brigade, which reactivated in December 2011 as a middleweight crisis response force for the Asia Pacific region. It is using C-130 cargo planes and MV-22 Osprey tilt-rotors to transport people and supplies on the devastated archipelago.
Meanwhile, San Diego-based commanders are standing by. Among them is the hospital ship Mercy and its crew, which so far have not been activated for the humanitarian mission.
Joselito Caimoy, a 42-year-old truck driver, was one of the lucky ones at Tacloban airport. He was able to get his wife, son and 3-year-old daughter on a flight out. They embraced in a tearful goodbye, but Caimoy stayed behind to guard what's left of their home and property.
"There is no water, no food," he said. "People are just scavenging in the streets. People are asking food from relatives, friends. The devastation is too much ... the malls, the grocery stories have all been looted. They're empty. People are hungry. And they (the authorities) cannot control the people."


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Midweek Madness: Staying in a 'Mikado' mood
A charming Baltimore custom for more than four decades is the annual summer presentation of a Gilbert and Sullivan operetta by Young Victorian Theatre Company. This year it's "The Mikado," which I think we can all agree is the greatest of the G&S creations -- OK, maybe not all can agree, but close.
The score is so packed with infectious tunes that I've had two or three bouncing around my head at the same time ever since Saturday night's opening night. So I figured I might as well share one of them for this Midweek Madness installment, especially since ...
I found a most unusual trio of singers to deliver "Three Little Maids From School Are We": Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Shore and Joan Sutherland. We're talking a whole lot of "girlish glee."
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In her former life, our online editor Hannah Delaney was a bra fitter. Here she outlines the reasons to get fitted each and every time you need lingerie.
No matter what your size, when shopping for a bra there is only one rule: get it professionally fitted. When it's professionally fitted you'll save time, money and your posture.
When I was a bra fitter, I saw every day the difference a bra fitting made to a woman, not only in terms of confidence, aesthetics and health but also in terms of her wallet.
The lingerie boutique I worked in sold the same bras and brands as department stores. It was staffed by young but experienced fitters and fittings were free yet it was with great trepidation that many women crossed the threshold.
"Just looking!" they'd snap as they walked in.
Their hostility could generally be explained by one or all of these concerns: price, embarrassment, pressure to buy.
But once they bit the bullet, they soon realized their fears were misplaced.
Think for a minute about all the bras and underwear currently overflowing from your wardrobe or cupboard drawers. How many of these bras do you wear every day, every week, every month?
If the majority of them stay tucked (or stuffed) away for most of their lives, there's probably a good reason: poor fit. And even though they don't fit it's hard to part with them because, god damn it, you paid A LOT of money for those suckers. But suck they do, if their greatest legacy is to pinch, rub, ride up or fall off your shoulders.
But, if you got your bra fitted every time you needed something new, it's likely you'd have far fewer bras and they'd be worn far more often. Your return on investment would be greater than the sad drawer full of ill-fitting lace and wire you currently have. The hot pink and orange ones you snagged for 25% off in a department store sale. The lacy numbers that look horrid under t-shirts. The bras that work under no dress or shirt in your wardrobe. The deep-plunge bra you bought for a J-Lo inspired dress back in 2002. The cute triangle bra with crystals on the straps that you used to be able to wear. When you were 12. Before you hit puberty. Yep, those ones.
Rule 1: just because it's on sale, doesn't make it fit any better. It's not a bargain if it doesn't fit. It's not a bargain if it doesn't work under your everyday clothes. One full price, perfectly fit bra trumps 5 bras that NEVER get worn. (or drive you to insanity every time you wrestle them on)
Step 1: Clean our your drawers. Give all of the bras you no longer wear to charity.
Men's idea of a bra fitting goes something like this: dark lighting, disco balls and Barry White playing softly in the background. The scenario is all very sensual.
Many women's idea of a bra fitting goes something like this: standing butt-naked in front of a crabby old woman who peels back the curtain unannounced, measuring tape in hand, beige pointy bras at the ready and hands wrestling your breasts into said beige bras.
The reality? Firstly, a good fitter will ask you what bra you're after and why, what clothes you plan to wear with it and then will give you some options. During the fitting you're NOT entirely naked. All a fitter needs to see is the bra on you – how it fits from the front, side and back – so except for your top, remain fully dressed at all times.
And if that's still a bit confronting, think of being on the beach in a swimsuit: it's not that different. Like any doctor or beautician, they've seen it all before and THEN some, so relax. The only thing they judge is the fit of the bra. They don't care about– they don't even see – your muffin top, stretch marks, cellulite, pot-belly, back fat or veiny legs. Why? Because bra fitters are women just like you and it's likely they share at least one of those body issues.
Most good bra fitters don't even use a measuring tape. Because of the varying shapes and sizes between brands and different material types, the naked eye and the customer's opinion of fit make for a more exact assessment. However, if your fitter feels more comfortable fitting this way, then go with it – it's merely a starting point and a good one too.
It can take some time to find something that fits: you'll vary between brands but it should never be more than a cup size. You'll vary also because of the shape of your breasts, the distribution of weight in them (whether you're right in front or if they seem to start under your arms) your back measurement and the corresponding cuts that suit them. Like A-line skirts that do nothing for a woman with hips, so too does the cut of a bra determine what breast it best suits. For example, if you always 'pop' out the front of your bra, it might be as much the cut of it that is wrong as the size.
RULE 2: Calm down. They've seen it all before.
STEP 2: If you're particularly nervous, take a friend for moral support.
Due to their lower buying power, boutiques sell at the recommended retail price but can't consistently sale like the behemoth department stores. It's no crime to get fitted for free and not make a purchase but if you've no intention of purchasing from the outset, get a quick fit and move on to allow the fitter to help another customer. Keep in mind that boutiques often have a broader range of sizes compared to department stores and you may not find what you're after in a larger store. Ask the store if they have a price-match policy or layby. Stores can also order in hard-to-source sizes for you to try free of charge.
A fitter is as aware as any that the pressure to buy something quickly is the reason so many women have ill-fitting bras in the first place. So if you're still not sure – or are confronted by how different your bra size is from the one you thought you were (it happens) simply explain that you need time to think. A good idea is to return to the store a few days later with those items of clothes you never wear due to bra issues. Try the bra you like with these items and check the fit (and look) again. After all, bras are expensive in Australia so it pays to make sure you're buying something you'll wear as often as possible.
RULE 3: Try as many different shapes, sizes and brands as you can. Don't act on impulse.
STEP 3: Take your time. Return with clothing if in doubt. Whether you're an AA-cup or a K cup, finding the right bra is just as difficult. For A- G cups, try brands like Elle Macpherson, Fine Lines, Berlei, Calvin Klein and Triumph who deliver consistently good fit, fashionably.
NEW KID ON THE BLOCK: For D-G cups, try EVOLLOVE, a new and exciting brand especially for smaller frame ladies with big cup sizes - think, 8F, 12G and the like. It's available in Myer or online.
Canberra: Lin and Barrett Lingerie; Colleen's*
Sydney: Lin and Barrett Lingerie
Queensland: Big Girls Don't Cry (Anymore)
Melbourne: Brava Lingerie
Dickory Dock*
Adelaide: Burnside Plaza Lingerie*
Perth: Four Seasons Lingerie*
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The sleek pavilion [6] is encased in a sturdy steel frame, designed to withstand the weather elements and the heavy visitor traffic on the small island environment. The frame can also be easily disassembled and recycled should the building be deemed obsolete. Acheson Doyle [3] outfitted the building with state of the art green features, scoring 55 total points, three points higher than the 52 points required to gain a building LEED Platinum [7] status.
The building itself is heated by an incredible geothermal heating [8] and cooling system, located 1500 feet below the ground. The glass curtain walls flood the interior, which includes a café and a gift shop, with natural lighting year round. To control energy consumption, the interior and exterior lights use LED lighting, dropping energy consumption about 65 percent. A rooftop system collects and filters rainwater [9], diverting it for the pavilion's usage, reducing the overall water usage by 40 percent.
The café feeds the hundreds of visitors per day, offering a variety of hot foods. The used kitchen oil is then recycled [10], and feeds a generator that powers a portion of the pavilion's energy needs. Environmental concerns were maintained during construction, as the team was careful to recycle 95 percent of the construction waste and debris, keeping it out of the area landfill.
With over 3 million visitors to the island and the Statue of Liberty [11] per year, the pavilion has a lot of mouths to feed. The park chose local family-owned Evelyn Hill Inc [12]., a small company serving up food since 1931, to run concessions.
+ Acheson Doyle Partners Architects [3]
Via Green Buildings NYC [13]
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[2] U.S. Green Buildings Council: http://www.usgbc.org/
[3] Acheson Doyle Partners Architects: http://www.adparchitects.com/
[4] Statue of Liberty: http://inhabitat.com/tag/statue-of-liberty-cruise/
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[6] sleek pavilion: http://inhabitat.com/corby-cube-creates-a-beautiful-glass-pavilion-for-public-gathering/
[7] LEED Platinum: http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CategoryID=19
[8] geothermal heating: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geothermal_heating
[9] filters rainwater: http://inhabitat.com/sydneys-1-bligh-skyscraper-is-australias-greenest-office-tower/
[10] kitchen oil is then recycled: http://inhabitat.com/tag/vegetable-oil-car/
[11] Statue of Liberty: http://www.statueoflibertytickets.com/
[12] Evelyn Hill Inc: http://www.thestatueofliberty.com/evelyn_hill.html
[13] Green Buildings NYC: http://www.greenbuildingsnyc.com/2011/10/10/liberty-island-retail-pavilion-is-fifth-building-in-nyc-to-earn-leed-platinum/
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A Filipina caregiver from Israel, Rose "Osang" Fostanes, received a standing ovation and four votes of "yes" from the judges of "X Factor Israel" on Oct. 26 to make it to the roster of the show's contestants.
"I love my job, and I love to take care of old people and give them some attention… Maybe if I join and win in this competition, my life will really change," she said in the introductory video segment that preceded her audition.
Performing Shirley Bassey's "This Is My Life," Rose a native from Taguig City, stunned judges Ivri Lider, Shiri Maimon, Rami Fortis and Moshe Peretz.
After the performance, Rose got emotional because of the reaction she received from the judges and audiences.
"Rose, take it in because you deserve it so much," Judge Ivri Lider said adding, "The song you chose is so right for you."
"It was wonderful. No words. You have the X factor," Rami Fortis said.
"It sounded like it is a CD. It is perfect. I just can't believe it's your first time to perform on stage," judge Shiri Maimon said.
Meanwhile, Rose, a lead vocalist for a band that performs in a small bar in Tel Aviv, said that she is still single because "I've been looking for many years and I forgot to find somebody…"
The 46-year-old singer is a metapelet (Hebrew for caregiver) who lives in a small house with three other caregiver friends.


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2nd Quarter Recap: Purdue 42, Marshall 14
Twenty-eight consecutive points in the second quarter has given Purdue a commanding 42-14 lead. Akeem Shavers turned a handoff into a one-yard touchdown to break the 14-14 standoff in favor of Purdue. Purdue opened up the lead, 28-14, after TerBush and Gary Bush combined for a 35-yard touchdown to end a five-play, 53-yard drive.


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Chris Brown just can't relax and he's not going to. He said so! And if he needs to go cray cray in relaying that message, he's going to! BAM! After being criticized of cheating the system for his reporting of community service hours, Chris was spotted riding in his car WITH Rihanna following a recording session in Los Angeles.
But instead of taking to Twitter to rant and rave, the guy took to Instagram…his new home for venting.
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"I love ya'll but ya'll getting repetitive telling me to relax. no I'm not gonna relax. Im makin an album right now … and ya'll tell me not to pay attention to it. How can I not when it's on my radio, TV, and everything else … even if I did relax I wouldn't stop hearing about it .. ya'll are everything to me ya'll know this but telling me to ignore it is like telling me to walk around with a blindfold and stick earplugs in my ear .. Im wise I can handle the hate but enough is enough, yo!!
Yes it bothers me but it's not my main focus! my music is … and when I speak on it .. its because I want people to know how I feel .. yes they talked about Jesus … but "him" I am not him, not even close!!!
Im a human being and I honestly think I deserve respect Im sick of being accused … Im tired yall Just don't understand Ive been going through this sh*t since I was 19 years old .. You cant sit here and tell me to calm down, when am I gonna get a positive outcome out of anything I do?
When can I get that feed back?
Im TIRED do you read me Im tired!!!!!! Im not gonna sit here and play victim, Im just tired of this sh*t … I pray every day and night for a new outcome … and just when everythnig seems to be going good some new sh*t happens.
A day in my shoes is a day in hell, believe it or not!
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No deduction shall be allowed to the issuing corporation for any premium paid or incurred upon the repurchase of a bond, debenture, note, or certificate or other evidence of indebtedness which is convertible into the stock of the issuing corporation, or a corporation in the same parent-subsidiary controlled group (within the meaning of section 1563(a)(1) [1] as the issuing corporation, to the extent the repurchase price exceeds an amount equal to the adjusted issue price plus a normal call premium on bonds or other evidences of indebtedness which are not convertible. The preceding sentence shall not apply to the extent that the corporation can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Secretary that such excess is attributable to the cost of borrowing and is not attributable to the conversion feature.
(b) Adjusted issue price
For purposes of subsection (a), the adjusted issue price is the issue price (as defined in sections 1273(b) and 1274) increased by any amount of discount deducted before repurchase, or, in the case of bonds or other evidences of indebtedness issued after February 28, 1913, decreased by any amount of premium included in gross income before repurchase by the issuing corporation.
[1] So in original. Probably should be followed by a closing parenthesis.
Source(Added Pub. L. 91–172, title IV, § 414(a),Dec. 30, 1969, 83 Stat. 612; amended Pub. L. 94–455, title XIX, § 1906(b)(13)(A),Oct. 4, 1976, 90 Stat. 1834; Pub. L. 98–369, div. A, title I, § 42(a)(5),July 18, 1984, 98 Stat. 557; Pub. L. 112–95, title XI, § 1108(a), (b),Feb. 14, 2012, 126 Stat. 154.)
2012—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 112–95, § 1108(a), substituted ", or a corporation in the same parent-subsidiary controlled group (within the meaning of section 1563 (a)(1) as" for ", or a corporation in control of, or controlled by,".
Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 112–95, § 1108(b), substituted "Adjusted issue price" for "Special rules" in heading and "For purposes of subsection (a)," for "For purposes of subsection (a)—" and par. (1) designation and heading, and "the adjusted issue price" for "The adjusted issue price", and struck out par. (2), which defined "control" as having the meaning assigned to such term by section 368 (c).
1976—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 94–455struck out "or his delegate" after "Secretary".
Effective Date of 2012 Amendment
Pub. L. 112–95, title XI, § 1108(c),Feb. 14, 2012, 126 Stat. 154, provided that: "The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply to repurchases after the date of the enactment of this Act [Feb. 14, 2012]."
Effective Date of 1984 Amendment
Amendment by Pub. L. 98–369applicable to taxable years ending after July 18, 1984, see section 44 ofPub. L. 98–369, set out as an Effective Date note under section 1271 of this title.
Effective Date of 1976 Amendment
Amendment by Pub. L. 94–455effective Feb. 1, 1977, see section 1906(d)(1) ofPub. L. 94–455, set out as a note under section 6013 of this title.
Effective Date
Pub. L. 91–172, title IV, § 414(c),Dec. 30, 1969, 83 Stat. 613, as amended by Pub. L. 99–514, § 2,Oct. 22, 1986, 100 Stat. 2095, provided that: "The amendments made by this section [enacting this section] shall apply to a convertible bond or other convertible evidence of indebtedness repurchased after April 22, 1969, other than such a bond or other evidence of indebtedness repurchased pursuant to a binding obligation incurred on or before April 22, 1969, to repurchase such bond or other evidence of indebtedness at a specified call premium, but no inference shall be drawn from the fact that section 249 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [formerly I.R.C. 1954] (as added by subsection (a) of this section) does not apply to the repurchase of such convertible bond or other convertible evidence of indebtedness."
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Can sitting too long be harmful in the third trimester?
I am 33 weeks pregnant and had a tailbone injury about a month and a half ago. Sitting still makes me very uncomfortable. I start to swell after a very short time. I also get short of breath as if I'm smashing my lungs. Standing or laying down obviously instantly solves this. My employer is forcing me to take an office position because "she's had 5 kids and she can tell I'm not doing well". My doctor says that I am doing great and I should continue working as the exercise I get from being on my feet is good for me. I have gained the right amount of weight and have had a very healthy pregnancy. The new position in the restaurant would be sitting in an office 6 days a week, more than I currently work, with two women that smoke. . . the same two women who think I shouldn't be on my feet for 6 hours at a time! The position also pays less than a third of what I currently make. Is there any medical reason that sitting all day can actually do me more harm than good?
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I sit all day and know that it never harmed either of my children from previous pregnancies, however I became very uncomfortable. I tried to get up to walk around at work at least once every hour....even if only a long trip to the bathroom. So I do not know of a medical reason why sitting could be harmful other than not getting proper circulation in your blood flow. Just be sure to get up and move arounf and if you decide to take the sit down job.posted 08/05/2008 by noodle5881
Sitting definetly puts more pressure on your spine than walking...but I have a job where I sit for 8 hours a day, and I know when I need to get up and walk around when I start feeling uncomfortable...usually a trip to the bathroom takes care of it...and that's pretty often. Also, I know how annoying it is for someone to tell you what you should and shouldn't do. You know your body...trust it...if you start feeling uncomfortable...get up. I bring a pillow to use for my back. You could get a cushy pillow to sit on for your tailbone injury.posted 08/05/2008 by Codina1
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With Thanksgiving one week away, there is still plenty of time to deliberate over the menu. One thing is for sure, though, and that is that I'll be serving soup as a warming and tantalizing opener at our Autumnal Feast.
I turned to my good friend, food writer and cookbook author, Ronnie Fein, for inspiration here. Together we deliberated between a parsnip and carrot soup and Pumpkin Bisque. While I find the subtle sweetness of parsnips alluring, it occurred to me that I had never integrated pears into soup before, so the Pumpkin Bisque won out.
The contrast of the curry against the sweetness of ripe pears, the velvety texture after blending, and the happy burst of orange brightness come together to make an unusual soup course. Consider making it a couple of day's ahead so the flavors have time to meld.
Check Fein's Hip Kosher for more easy and tempting recipes and follow her cooking adventures at Kitchen Vignettes.
Thank you to Bobbie Bernstein, for her photo of Parsnip Man. I love the way her sense of humor and keen eye come together as she peers through her lens.
Recipe courtesy of Ronnie Fein, HIP KOSHER.
- 2 T butter or vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into chunks
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie mix)
- 1 1/2 t curry powder
- 1/8 t cayenne pepper
- pinch of ground cinnamon
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk or soy milk (plain and unsweetened)
- salt, to taste
- 2 T minced fresh chives or 1/4 cup toasted coconut
- Heat the butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
- When the butter has melted and looks foamy, add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes or until slightly softened.
- Add the pear chunks, pumpkin puree, curry powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, stock and coconut milk.
- Mix ingredients thoroughly.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 25 minutes.
- Puree the soup and return it to the pan to heat (or use a hand blender)
- Season to taste with salt.
- Serve with chives or toasted coconut
From Ronnie: This is one of my favorite soups. The coconut milk makes it rich, thick and sweet, and tempers the spicy curry and cayenne. I've made this soup using soy milk, and it's tasty that way, too. For a meat meal, use vegetable oil and chicken stock; for a dairy meal use butter and vegetable stock.


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By CHRIS COLLINS
Of the Baker City Herald
William J. Joe OConnor, a retired businessman and lifetime community supporter who opened his first gun shop in Baker City in 1932, died Wednesday. He was 93.
Mr. OConnor closed his Safari Outfitters business at 1826 Main St., in February of last year after undergoing gall bladder surgery, according to his niece Ann Kniesel. He had operated the shop, which included a national mail order business, at the same location since 1963.
Mr. OConnor never married. He made his home with his sister, Walburga Brennan, and her family. They had lived at 1517 First St., at the house left to them by their parents, since 1926, Kniesel said.
Mrs. Brennan died Dec. 29.
Mr. OConnor moved to Settlers Park in March and had been at the nursing home since July.
He always counted us as his family, Kniesel said. His church and his community and his family were the most important things in his life. He was a very good man.
Joe Dethloff, North Powder post master, said Mr. OConnor was one of the first people he met when he moved to Baker City in 1976. He was active in the Knights of Columbus with him and also delivered mail to him at his business when he worked as a letter carrier.
Dethloff recalled that OConnor never drove, but could be seen regularly walking around Baker City.
As an historian and writer, he compiled the histories of several organizations, including the Knights of Columbus and the Powder River Sportsmens Club. He wrote a book, The Old Grey Eagle, about Edward Dickinson Baker, for whom Baker City and Baker County were named.
He was quite a guy, Dethloff said. Im gonna miss him.
Mr. OConnor was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and miner.
He was one of the founders of the Powder River Sportsmens Club in 1953 and served as the organizations treasurer until 1980. He edited the groups newsletter from 1958 to 1987 and was made an honorary life member in 1967. An annual competitive shoot is named in his honor.
He opened his first gun shop at 1906 Main St. in 1932 and continued in that location until 1942 when he joined the U.S. Army where he spent his next four years, Kniesel said.
When he returned home, he moved the Gun Shop to 2009 First St. He remained in that location from 1947 to 1963, when he moved the business back to Main Street.
Mr. OConnor was born on Jan. 8, 1908, at Baker City to John and Walburga OConnor. He was a 1926 graduate of St. Francis Academy.
He attended college back east for a year before returning to Baker City to begin his business, Kniesel said.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Coles-Strommer Funeral Home. A vigil service will begin at 7 p.m. Friday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral, First and Church streets. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the cathedral. Visitations will be from 9 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday.
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shoe surgeon hands down. diversitile3 too. tie for 1st these bpys gpt different ckasses of art so they both numbe one in what they do.
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The rise in popularity of sneaker customs has allowed us to look back and vote on our favorite designs. With so many unique creations, it's tough to whittle down the large group to a solid 8-10 selections, but what's even harder is to pick just one! We've already covered most of the 'trendy' customs, like the Nike LeBron 8 and the Air Jordan VI as well as the most popular custom canvases like the Dunk High and Air Force 1, so for this final Sneaker News Battle Of The Customs, we're picking out the 'Best Of The Rest' – a hodgepodge of sneaker customs that fall under multiple categories. We've got Air Maxes, Blazers, Foamposites, and even Supras, so check out the collection of twelve outstanding sneaker customs below and vote for your favorite at the very end!
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Very few sneaker customizers can match the creativity and craftsmanship of Diversitile. The Dunk High seems to be a favorite of his, but this Nike Blazer custom he did over a year ago proved that he has no limits when it comes to custom creations.
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The unmistakeable trademark of the Nike Air Foamposite shoe is the glossy nature of the material, but El Cappy, recognized for his Air Jordan customs, adds a dulled, matte finish with camouflage on the upper.
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shoe surgeon hands down. diversitile3 too. tie for 1st these bpys gpt different ckasses of art so they both numbe one in what they do.
Damn, the Jet Lifes are one of my all time favorite shoes. The Trainers, Sistines and Griffeys are all crazy though.
DIVERSITILE.COM Nothing More Need Be Said....The Vision and the Creativity that Goes into Each Shoe is Beyond Amazing....Surprised that the Child's Play's Didnt Make This List..... Covered There Opening Today in Orlando F.L. Look for Footage in a Day or So at Youtube.com/zayax0712
I mean yea its great artwork, but not something I'd want on my feet....... (reference to Sistine chapel)
those sistine chapel blazer are f*cking gorgeous
All the Blazers are Dope to me
The white NIKE on the Griffey straps is so subtle, yet so ill...and Ive wanted a black sole on my Electric Blue foams since I first saw em. Now I know why!...FIYA!
Proof sneakerheads these days are idiots: Sistine Chapel only has 9 votes. ART.
surreal wasn't the first one to make that colorway a dude named frico jean joseph made this colorway over a year and a half ago
da GRIFFEYS... Cant believe sum1 would ruin a pair of coughdrop foams.. could at least used da dark pine if he wanted to go da camo route
jet life blazers fosho the fliest society
reverse griffeys are awful real talk!
Griffeys all day!!!!!
I say the Poseidons because it seems to me like nike bit tf out of Surreal's own creativity.
there is no competition, jet life blazers
I like the white lettering on the Griffey 1s
JET x LIFES!!!!!!!
Jet Life Blazers, and Griffey's all the way.
yeah that black sole it was really got me....no yellowing....
JET LIFE hands down....and i do like the griffey's but was never a "big" fan of the emerald cw, so i'd take those Poseidons second!
Couldn't agree more.