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To think that a newborn can experience God may seem odd. One mother of a 6-month-old said, "Isaac just discovered his feet. That he could understand who God is seems funny to me." But Dr. Cathy Stonehouse, professor of Christian education at Asbury Theological Seminary and author of Joining Children on the Spiritual Journey (Baker), says that from the very early days of life, children acquire critical pieces to build into their image of God. "Consciously and unconsciously, parents communicate their images of God to their children," says Stonehouse.
Here are some ways you can help your baby experience God:
- Instill trust. "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these" (Luke 18:16). Jesus called the little children into his Father's kingdom, even as infants, so it's never too early for earthly parents to introduce their babies to God. "The foundation for a child's faith in God," says Stonehouse, "is the trust that begins at birth."
As you lovingly respond to your child's needs and build trust, she will see the model of what a faithful, trusting relationship with God can be. "Parents' unconditional love gives children an experiential base for the theological words that come later. Every part of a child's development has some relationship to the spiritual," says Stonehouse. If the initial trust between parent and child is broken, the child later may be unable to trust God and his love for her.
- Model unconditional love. "Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put into practice. And the God of peace will be with you" (Phil. 4:9). Paul understood that people tend to model the behavior they see around them. "A baby spends many hours lying comfortably in the arms of her parents looking into their eyes. She can see that love and adoration," says Stonehouse. If a baby does not experience this unconditional love, then she begins to feel rejected and unworthy. As with trust, a child's first experiences with parental love will impact her future understanding of God's love.
- Live out the truth. "These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children … " (Deut. 6:6-7). Don't be afraid of the responsibility of teaching your children to love God; be excited about the possibilities! While it may seem too early to "teach" your baby about God, you can model what it means to live as a Christian right now. You wouldn't think of depriving your baby of food or shelter, so it's only natural to include God as part of her daily life as well.
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Check out our Malawi hotel reviews from fellow like-minded travellers to find the best local accommodation for your Malawi holiday.
Chelinda CampLocation: Nyika Plateau
Fantastic service, wonderful food. 5 hours up a dirt track and there was a kids play area! our boys loved it (ages 4 and 2). We loved the scenery. It is 5 hours from Rumphi on bad roads. I'd only recommend trying in a 4x4 with high clearance.- 25 Apr 2014, Mrs Ellen A.
It was absolutely lovely, but there really should be a cheaper option. I suspect that this is prohibitively expensive for a lot of people, and if they're traveling from overseas they don't have camping equipment. An in-between option, e.g. simpler rooms or hostel-type rooms would really help.- 13 Aug 2012, Ms Jane H.
My friends chalet was on the exposed side of the island and it was very windy. As there were few other guests it would have been better if they could have stayed on the more sheltered side- 21 Jun 2016, Ms Jenny L.
Fabulous as always.- 15 Oct 2014, Ms Antonia H.
Thawale LodgeLocation: Majete Wildlife Reserve
Rated- 13 Nov 2013, Mr Jörg T.
Lovely accommodation with spectacular views over the Lower River Shire. This would make an amazing honeymoon for a young couple or romantic retreat for older weds like ourselves!- 15 Oct 2013, Mr Alistair K.
On our 2nd night there were 16 people staying which I felt was too many for the facilities, otherwise I would have rated it 'great'. The appeal was that it was remote so didn't expect it to be so busy.- 29 Apr 2014, Mrs Maggie J.
Rated- 04 Feb 2014, Mrs Liz A.
Food and service were exceptionally good.- 24 Mar 2015, Mr Jeremy S.
The service was outstanding and cannot be faulted. The staff were exceptionally well trained and geared to the needs of the guest. The food prepared by Godfrey and his team was excellent. Thank you to John and all the staff, we wish our stay could have been longer.- 30 Sep 2014, Mrs Priscilla T.
Rated- 20 Jan 2016, Mr Gilbert B.
Rated- 29 Apr 2015, Ms Madeline O.
Mvuu CampLocation: Liwonde National Park
Rated- 01 Mar 2016, Mr Irene G.
The food, accommodation and safari guiding were fantastic.- 15 Oct 2014, Ms Antonia H.
Beautiful and great service. We all loved it.- 25 Apr 2014, Mrs Ellen A.
Beach furniture very limited and fairly basic for the standard of accommodation- 27 Apr 2013, Mr Geoffrey M.
Mkulumadzi LodgeLocation: Majete Wildlife Reserve
Rated- 21 Jun 2016, Ms Jenny L.
Rated- 04 Feb 2014, Mrs Liz A.
Huntingdon HouseLocation: Tea Estates
The food has significantly improved from our last visit in June. However, the accommodation seems increasingly dilapidated.- 15 Oct 2014, Ms Antonia H.
One of the Most spectacular place in Malawi, must visit place. Had wonderful time in Hundington house, Chef made special birthday cake for us, was wonderful surprise. Over all experience was awesome.- 09 Apr 2014, Mr Rajeshkumar U.

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Besides using our smartphones for emailing, texting and talking there are many other ways we can put them to good use. Scroll your way through the app store you'll see there's an app for almost everything. There's plenty 'appening, especially when it comes to diet and nutrition. The List's Donna Ruko takes a look at a few that are lighting up our small screens with a little help from Scott Brody (Check GMO), and Julianne La Porte (Can I Eat Here).
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Scrabble word: CABIN
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Definitions of CABIN in dictionaries:
- noun - small room on a ship or boat where people sleep
- noun - a small house built of wood
- noun - the enclosed compartment of an aircraft or spacecraft where passengers are carried
- verb - confine to a small space, such as a cabin
- A small, roughly built house; a cottage.
- Nautical.
- A room in a ship used as living quarters by an officer or a passenger.
- An enclosed compartment in a boat that serves as a shelter or as living quarters.
- The enclosed space in an aircraft or spacecraft for the crew, passengers, or cargo.
- verb - to live in a cabin (a roughly built house)
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The APC is an armored assault vehicle used by NOOSE's Tactical Response Unit. It is exclusively featured in The Ballad of Gay Tony. It is the first appearance of an armored land vehicle since Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
As the The Ballad of Gay Tony DLC returns the over-the-top style of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, the APC was created for the game similar to SA's SWAT Tank.The APC greatly resembles the Cadillac Gage V-100 Commando. In place of the SWAT Tank's water cannon is a turret loaded with explosive rounds. The APC is described on the official TBOGT website as an "Armored Personnel Carrier" utilized by NOOSE. Also, due to the Grand Theft Auto IV focus on realism, this vehicle is very durable, but it is NOT invincible. The APC is realistic in damage like a real APC or light tank, since the back of the APC contains it's engine and is lightly armored so it won't overheat. The back and the top exhausts are vulnerable to heavy gunfire and explosions and too many rounds can cause the APC to explode. But the front and sides of the APC are heavily armored, and can take some serious firepower to damage it. Even multiple RPG rounds can struggle to even make the APC smoke lightly, the only weapon that can cause the APC to take heavy damage in the front/sides, is the cheat code Super Punch. The APC appears in the missions Caught with your Pants Down, where the player steals one for Yusuf Amir, and Frosting on the Cake, where the player destroys one with Sticky Bombs to escape pursuing LCPD forces after killing several Lost MC bikers. While this vehicle may seem to be an absolute monster, the Buzzard and even the Annihilator can take it on. The cannon, while being quite strong, is only about as powerful as a shot from the Explosive Shotgun, while the angled front has the power to move nearly any vehicle in the game. Also, while this vehicle has horrible acceleration, it has a rather impressive top speed. In multiplayer, there is a dedicated race class for the APC, during which the player can use the cannon, albeit with a slower rate of fire and less power. These can NOT be found on Team Deathmatch or Deathmatch, as they would have an unfair advantage. Although the APC reads NOOSE on the back, neither NOOSE nor the LCPD actually use the APC, which is only accessible to the player.
- In the parking lot of the East Holland police headquarters in Algonquin. The vehicle can be found parked underneath in a small garage with no garage door. It also appears there in multiplayer.
- Can be spawned via the player's phone by dialing: 272-555-8265 ("APC"-555-"TANK").
- Can be obtained from Henrique Bardas after finishing the main storyline.
- At Yusuf Amir's construction site after shooting all 50 seagulls. Note: The mission For the Man Who Has Everything must be completed before the APC starts to spawn.
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I know what you're thinking; you don't even need to say it: It's time for a fritter intervention. A frittervention? Here, I'll go first: My name is Deb Perelman and I have a fritter problem. And I really do. I pretty much want to fritter all the things, all the time — broccoli, zucchini, apples, parsnips, an Indian medley, leeks (here), and potatoes, potatoes, potatoes, I actually have to hold myself back, and try to evenly space my fritter episodes throughout the year, so not to pique your concern about my fritter consumption. It's not easy because no matter how many times I talk it out in a circle of understanding peers, I fear I will still think that fritters are the answer to most food dilemmas, most of the time.


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Late-night partiers willing to fork out extra dough for a luxury-sedan ride home will soon have to pre-book their trip a minimum half-hour in advance if city officials have it their way.
The "30-minute definition" aims to both keep drivers of the lower-cost taxi drivers flush with business and also increase customer safety, according to livery officials, but the proposal is fuelling sharp criticism from the general manager of the city's largest limousine sedan fleet.
"It's ridiculous, it's actually kind of comical," said Allied Limousine's Cam Naghshineh of the proposal, which will go before a city committee later this month. "Get a grip, let's think of the customers and providing customer service instead of trying to create that perfect utopia for taxi drivers."
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Q: You know what causes that, right? Hardy har har!
A: Actually, I do. You see, I last had my period on April 12, so my husband and I waited the prerequisite number of days and then engaged in sexual intercourse. His sperm traveled rapidly through my cervix and met the waiting ovum that had been expelled from my fallopian tubes; they joined together, forming a zygote. From there, this zygote … (Continue on until inquirer falls asleep, walks away, or dies from boredom.)
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The Evergreen Transit Hotel (tel: (03) 383 4510), for passengers waiting to transfer to another flight, is located on the fourth floor of the Transit Area. There are hotel reservation counters and hotel representatives in the Arrivals lobby of both terminals. The closest hotels are 32km (20 miles) from the airport and include the Hotel Royal Taipei, Imperial InterContinental, Grand Hotel Taipei, Regent Grand Formosa, Riviera Hotel and The Ritz Landis Hotel.


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The Packers have released DE Anthony Hargrove, the club announced Friday.
Hargrove is facing an eight-game suspension for his role in the Saints' bounty program and for reportedly lying to commissioner Roger Goodell.
Hargrove is entering his ninth season in the NFL. Last year with the Seahawks, he played in 15 games and recorded 18 tackles and three sacks. He has 19½ sacks in his career, including five with the Saints in 2009.
He joined the Packers this offseason before the suspension was handed down. According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, defensive line coach Mike Trgovac appeared to be upset with Hargrove during Tuesday's practice, though Hargrove said there was no issue.
In addition, the Packers waived WR Andrew Brewer, S Micah Pellerin, OT Herb Taylor and CB Dion Turner.
Howard Balzer of 101Sports.com first reported Hargrove's release.
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Volunteers put in hours to help clean up a Detroit shelter
DETROIT (WXYZ) - It was a gorgeous day to get outside and do some work. And dozens of volunteers put in hours to help a local shelter clean up.
The Tumaini Shelter's operations manager Lewis Hickson says his lots are piling up with trash. Hickson believes nearly 70 churches come to the property to feed the homeless a week. But instead of food containers getting thrown in the trash... they get thrown on the ground.
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tia dilleng ke theleditse.....is friday.. dintshang??
She is a very shy and soft-spoken person. I observed these qualities as we talked about her role in Muvhango.
But there is no doubt that on television she is the villain you love to hate.
In fact, her character is so irritating that you would think Monedi ducks hot klaps and punches wherever she goes.
But many people admire her and some want to know if she behaves like her character.
"Unlike other actors, no one has ever klapped or punched me," she reveals. "Instead they are curious and they want to know if I behave like Meme. They are surprised that we have different personalities."
Since Monedi was introduced to viewers in 2007 her character has grown, bringing out the best of her talent. Though she has not yet won any awards the girl from Mabopane, north of Pretoria, knows her thing.
In defining her character, she says: "When I joined Muvhango Meme was just an ordinary girl who came from humble beginnings.
"She had worked hard to get a degree in finance despite her humble background. Like all people, she met people in Johannesburg who influenced her.
"Now she has forgotten her values and principles.
"She is this parasite and bitchy person who wants to sleep her way to the top."
She says the transition in Meme's life has pushed her to work even harder.
"I enjoy playing the role because it is fascinating. In fact, playing her is a daily challenge. I always try to do it better than I did it the last time."
Monedi says the current storyline about Meme is relevant to the lives of many modern women.
"Many people can relate to the character because there is a Meme that you know out there. The truth is that even if you have all the money, cars and cushy job you still want a hug and a family when you come back home. That is why many women fall into the hands of cruel and abusive men."
Monedi says she and her character are two different people. She says her cheek and respect for other people has kept her grounded as a person.
"I respect all people in spite of their backgrounds," she says.
The actress says it all started after she matriculated when she felt the need to be in the entertainment industry.
For the Mabopane-born lass it all started at the Tshwane University of Technology where she studied drama.
After she completed her studies, Monedi went straight into the field where she was involved in theatre before landing her role in Muvhango.
"I always liked acting. When I went to varsity I got a package of what I always wanted to do. I did dance, music and drama."
She would like to do a lot of films and stage plays.
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@pipillious.... you know its always my mind say NO and my body says YEEEESSS!!! LOL!!!
honestly Meme is 1 of two characters I watch mohvango! i love the chic big time
@RuthwaBoaz if ths is a mind war then why is it manifesting in the flesh???????
@Pipilicious, this is a mind war, not a flesh war, lol!!!!
@Galfrende... bye madam * whispering* ngiboleke ivibrator, LOL!!!!!
@ALL be safe crazy Avatars... i will come back better on Monday. peace!!!
@Stringo7 sa tlo ithuta english ka KUKU wena mogwete.
@Leqeka marete a mmao.
KUKUNAS you must add Judge Pius Langa on that list of hunks.
I must say I miss those days too...ehehehe,but you were a silent blogger back then ne?Do you know who Swazib was?hehehehehehe
yha i know who swazi was he ignored me that time he was fighting with Mec and i was on Mec's corner.
What is the problem sister? Let the brother sort you out...............
@Ruth - you dfntly qualify...kwakwakwakwakwakwa
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TEMPE - Arizona State University student-athletes Carrick Felix and Constance Ezugha were selected as recipients of the 2012-13 Pac-12 Tom Hansen Conference Medal of Honor recipients, as announced by the Pac-12 on Wednesday.
A Conference Medal is awarded annually to each member institution's outstanding senior male and female student-athlete based on the exhibition of the greatest combination of performance and achievement in scholarship, athletics and leadership.
Felix, a standout on the Sun Devil men's basketball team, graduated with his B.S. in Communications in the spring of 2012 and earned a Master's degree in Liberal Studies in May of 2013. He was the Pac-12 Scholar-Athlete of the Year and a first-team Pac-12 All-Academic Team honoree.
A local product out of Millenium High School, he finished his three-year career in convincing fashion by earning second-team All-Pac-12 honors as he led the Pac-12 in double-doubles with 13.
He earned a spot on the five-man Pac-12 All-Defensive Team,. He was an ironman as he averaged 37.7 minutes in the 18 Pac-12 games, second in the league. His nine double-doubles in Pac-12 games also led the league. He was recently drafted 33rd overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2013 NBA Draft.
Ezugha, who was also recently honored with NCAA and Pac-12 Postgraduate Scholarship honors, was a three-time letterwinner for the Sun Devil track and field program. She was the 2012 Pac-12 Champion in the long jump and a two-time All-American in the event.
Ezugha was a four-time member of the Dean's List and President of the Sun Devil Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and was twice named to both the MPSF, USTFCCCA and Pac-12 All-Academic teams. She recently earned her B.S. in Speech and Hearing Science.
An Arthur Ashe Sports-Scholar, Ezugha donated many hours to community service, taking mark in numerous activities ranging from clothing and canned food drives to cleaning and recycling activities as well as serving as a tour guide and guest speaker to youth from across the Valley. She recently completed an internship with Dr. Ahn and Perez, DDS.
Conference medal winners have been named every year since the 1960-61 academic year. In 2009, the Pac-12 renamed the award the Tom Hansen Conference Medal in honor of Hansen, who retired at the end of June 2009 after serving for 26 years as Commissioner of the Pac-10.


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Cadence Reports Second Quarter 2014 Financial Results
SAN JOSE, Calif., 21 Jul 2014
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Q2 2014 Financial Schedules
Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS) today announced results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2014.
Cadence reported second quarter 2014 revenue of $379 million, compared to revenue of $362 million reported for the same period in 2013. On a GAAP basis, Cadence recognized net income of $23 million, or $0.08 per share on a diluted basis, in the second quarter of 2014, compared to net income of $9 million, or $0.03 per share on a diluted basis, in the same period in 2013.
Using the non-GAAP measure defined below, net income in the second quarter of 2014 was $64 million, or $0.21 per share on a diluted basis, as compared to net income of $61 million, or $0.21 per share on a diluted basis, in the same period in 2013.
"Cadence continued to drive growth and innovation during the quarter, reflecting the ongoing success of our system design enablement strategy," said Lip-Bu Tan, president and chief executive officer. "In addition to completing the acquisition of Jasper Design Automation, we won new business in digital and signoff at the most advanced nodes, and made continued progress in IP. Our digital and system design and verification solutions have strong momentum with both systems and semiconductor customers. In addition, we are excited about the new products we recently announced in both system design and verification and signoff."
"The Cadence team delivered strong results in Q2 with key operating metrics at or above our targets," added Geoff Ribar, senior vice president and chief financial officer. "We expect strong business levels for the second half of 2014; however, we are reducing our EPS outlook for the year due to lower hardware gross margins and higher diluted share count because of the impact of a higher share price on calculated dilution from our 2015 convertible notes."
Cadence also announced today that its Board of Directors has approved an increase in the rate of repurchase under its stock repurchase program. Previously, in January of this year, the Board approved the repurchase of up to $50 million of Cadence common stock in each of fiscal years 2014 and 2015 for a total of $100 million, and this plan will be replaced by the new plan. The new plan authorizes the repurchase of $300 million of Cadence common stock over two years. Cadence expects to repurchase approximately $37.5 million of its common stock per quarter under the new plan, beginning with the third quarter of 2014. The Board made its decision based on the underlying strength of the business and a review of the company's capital needs, cash flow and capital structure. The actual timing and amount of repurchases will be based on corporate and regulatory requirements and other factors. The stock repurchase program may be suspended, modified or discontinued at any time.
Business Outlook
For the third quarter of 2014, the company expects total revenue in the range of $390 million to $400 million. Third quarter GAAP net income per diluted share is expected to be in the range of $0.13 to $0.15. Net income per diluted share using the non-GAAP measure defined below is expected to be in the range of $0.23 to $0.25.
For 2014, the company expects total revenue in the range of $1.570 billion to $1.590 billion. On a GAAP basis, net income per diluted share for 2014 is expected to be in the range of $0.48 to $0.56. Using the non-GAAP measure defined below, net income per diluted share for 2014 is expected to be in the range of $0.90 to $0.98.
A schedule showing a reconciliation of the business outlook from GAAP net income and diluted net income per share to non-GAAP net income and diluted net income per share is also included with this release.
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Lip-Bu Tan, president and chief executive officer, and Geoff Ribar, senior vice president and chief financial officer, will host a second quarter 2014 financial results audio webcast today, July 21, 2014, at 2 p.m. (Pacific) / 5 p.m. (Eastern). Attendees are asked to register at the website at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled webcast. An archive of the webcast will be available starting July 21, 2014 at 5 p.m. (Pacific) and ending October 20, 2014 at 5 p.m. (Pacific). Webcast access is available at
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Net Income Reconciliation
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June 29, 2013
(in thousands)
Net income on a GAAP basis
Amortization of acquired intangibles
Stock-based compensation expense
Non-qualified deferred compensation expenses
Restructuring and other charges (credits)
Acquisition and integration-related costs
Special charges*
Amortization of debt discount
Other income or expense related to investments and non-qualified deferred compensation plan assets**
Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments
Net income on a non-GAAP basis
* Comprised of costs related to a voluntary retirement program
** Includes, as applicable, equity in losses or income from investments, write-down of investments, gains or losses on sale of investments and gains or losses on non-qualified deferred compensation plan assets recorded in other income or expense.
Diluted Net Income per Share Reconciliation
Three Months Ended
June 28, 2014
June 29, 2013
(in thousands, except per share data)
Diluted net income per share on a GAAP basis
Amortization of acquired intangibles
Stock-based compensation expense
Non-qualified deferred compensation expenses
Restructuring and other charges (credits)
Acquisition and integration-related costs
Special charges*
Amortization of debt discount
Other income or expense related to investments and non-qualified deferred compensation plan assets**
Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments
Diluted net income per share on a non-GAAP basis
Shares used in calculation of diluted net income per share — GAAP***
Shares used in calculation of diluted net income per share — non-GAAP***
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Can we just start out by saying that this seems completely obvious? Researchers at Berkeley and USC (our own personal bullies … *shudder*) just published a study linking "self-perceived incompetence and aggression" in bosses.
Really, it's just what your mom always told you. Bullies bully because it gives them the all-powerful ego boost (coincidentally, the one boost not available at Jamba Juice). The study's results speak for themselves: "In [one] test, participants who felt inadequate would request that a subordinate who gave a wrong answer to a test be notified by a loud obnoxious horn, even though they had the option of choosing silence or a quiet sound."
That kid who stole your lunch money all those years ago? Yeah, probably really insecure. That won't put the quarters back in your shiny new school jeans, but it should add some perspective.
Also, it's apparently worse with bosses because they're power holders and they need to channel their power one way or another. (See: Biff from the first "Back to the Future.")
So the next time Mr. Lumbergh asks you to "yeah, go ahead and come in this weekend," think of his self-esteem issues. Those suspenders alone must have equated years of therapy.
Image source: trix0r under Creative Commons
Bosses who feel inadequate can turn into bullies [UC Berkeley News]
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NIU Career Bests: Vault- 9.850, Bars- 9.800, Floor- 9.800
2009: Competed in 10 meets for the Huskies on vault and floor, while competing nine times on the bars. Placed in the top 10 16 times overall, including seven times on vault, five times on bars and four times on floor exercise. Versus Eastern Michigan (1/25), took first on the bars with a 9.800, second on the vault with a 9.850 and third on the floor with a 9.800 to record her season and career bests in all three events. Took first place on uneven parallel bars at Ball State (2/8) with a score of 9.775. Earned a fifth place finish at State Championships (3/14) with a 9.775 on vault. Placed ninth on vault at MAC Championships (3/21) with a 9.800. Scored a 9.825 and took second on vault at Minnesota (2/28) and was fifth on the floor exercise (9.700) at that meet. Had top five finishes on all three events versus Bowling Green (1/11). Scored 9.700 or above eight times on vault and did not score below 9.600 on the event all season. Reached the 9.700 plateau five times on bars with a 9.750 in tri-meet at Illinois-Chicago (2/13) and a second-place finish with a 9.700 versus Kent State (2/22). Rock solid on floor exercise with nine scores of 9.625 or above and six higher than 9.700. Scored a 9.775 on floor at Western Michigan (3/9) to take fourth place. Completed the season with averages of 9.745, 9.594 and 9.650 on vault, bars and floor, respectively.
2008: Competed in all nine meets for the Huskies in the vault, bars, and floor exercise events. At Kent State (1/20), took second and fifth on the bars and floor exercise, respectively, with scores of 9.750. Versus Western Michigan, placed fourth on the bars with a score of 9.700 and was fifth on vault with a 9.675 (1/27). Secured three top-five finishes versus Ball State (2/3) as she was fifth on the floor, and third on vault with a pair of 9.725s and placed second on the bars with a 9.675. Was second-place on the floor exercise, third on bars, and fourth on vault at UIC (2/27). Finished with a season-high 9.775 on floor, a 9.770 on bars, and a 9.675 on vault in the Huskies' win. At the MAC Championships (3/29), placed fourth on vault with a career-high score of 9.800, and took fourth on bars with 9.725. For the vault event, scored a 9.650 or higher five times and averaged a 9.611 for the season. On bars, earned a 9.675 or better on seven occasions; averaged 9.678 to lead the Huskies in that category. Tallied a 9.700 or higher six times on the floor exercise, averaging a score of 9.578 overall.
2007: Had an outstanding rookie year capped by a bid to the NCAA Regionals on floor exercise. Started with a season-best score of 9.750 on vault to tie for first place at the Huskie Triangular (1/14). Matched that mark later in the year in a tri-meet with Illinois and Iowa State (2/25). Competed in 11 of NIU's 12 regular season meets. Made 10 appearances on vault, 10 on bars, and 11 on floor exercise. Averaged an impressive 9.620, 9.515, and 9.671 on the vault, bars, and floor exercise, respectively. Her most consistent event was the floor exercise where she scored a 9.775 on five occasions, and did not score below a 9.600 during the regular season. Had a strong performance on floor at the State Championships (3/25) where she took fourth with a career-high 9.800. Other highlights included second-place finishes on floor exercise at Central Michigan (3/17) and Ball State (2/23) with scores of 9.775. Achieved a season-best 9.725 on bars at Denver (2/17).
Prep: Trained at Aerial Gymnastics Club in Downers Grove, Ill. A Level 10 gymnast for three years who advanced to the U.S.A. Nationals in 2006. As a senior, earned a 9.55 on floor, a 9.0 on beam and a 9.3 on vault at the state meet. Her freshman year scores included a 9.35 on bars and 9.45 on beam.
Personal: Daughter of Patty and Joe Blum. Born May 28, 1988. Older brother, Joe, was a member of the UIC men's gymnastics team. Earned Huskie Scholar status with a cumulative GPA above 3.0. Majoring in public health administration.


text: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilUpdated 11:53 PM ET, Wed June 11, 2014 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilMount Roraima – The World Cup may take center stage in Brazil over the next few weeks, but if you're traveling here, it's worth taking time away from the bars, pub, stadia and TV screens to enjoy some of the country's most beautiful assets. Mount RoraimaMount Roraima staddles the border between Brazil, Guyana and Venezuela. Its rock formations, rivers and waterfalls are said to have inspired Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's book, "The Lost World." More recently, Mount Roraima served as inspiration for a location in Disney/Pixar's "Up." The trip up Roraima can take seven to 10 days, but the return hike takes two and hikers are rewarded with waterfall baths along the way.Mount Roraima, Roraima; +55 95 2121 2561MORE: 10 things to know before visiting BrazilHide Caption 1 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilCanoa Quebrada – Canoa QuebradaThe popular dunes and beaches of Canoa Quebrada are a two-and-half-hour drive southeast of Fortaleza, the capital of Ceará state in northeastern Brazil. Many locals still work as "jangada" fishermen. A 30-minute ride in a wooden fishing raft costs around $5.More info: www.visitbrasil.comMORE: 5-minute guide to Brazilian barbecueHide Caption 2 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilIguazu Falls – Iguazu Falls The Iguazu Falls are made up of more than 270 smaller individual waterfalls, most of which, including Devil's Throat, are on the Argentine side. From the tourist walkways on the Brazilian side, in Brazil's Iguazu National Park, you get fantastic, thought not entirely spray-free, panoramic views.Iguaçu National Park, Paraná; +55 45 3521 4400; entry from $17.50/adultMORE: 8 of Brazil's best beachesHide Caption 3 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilFortaleza – FortalezaOn the northeast coast of Brazil, the capital of Ceará state is well known for lobster and fresh seafood. Fortaleza's urban beaches are great for windsurfing and sailing. More info: www.visitbrasil.comMORE: Brazil's Northeast Coast: The next tropical paradise Hide Caption 4 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilPelourinho – PelourinhoPelourinho is the historic center of the city of Salvador in Bahia state. Its photogenic streets feature brightly colored buildings, many with stucco facades. The colonial city is a convergence of European, African and indigenous cultures.More info: www.visitbrasil.comMORE: Brazil love motel for pets opens doorsHide Caption 5 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilTangua Park – Tangua ParkFormerly a rubble recycling plant and a site for the disposal of industrial waste, Tangua Park was regenerated last decade and now has a jogging track, bike path and waterfall and is a popular tourist attraction. Tangua Park, Rua Oswaldo Maciel, Taboão, Curitiba, Paraná; daily 8 a.m.-6 p.m. MORE: Taming the piranha -- catching fish and busting myths in the Amazon Hide Caption 6 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilBotanical Garden of Curitiba – Botanical Garden of CuritibaThe path leading to this impressive greenhouse -- flanked by thousands of flowers -- is just as beautiful as the plants within the glass and iron structure. At the Jardim das Sensacoes, visitors can be blindfolded to experience the textures and aromas of plants in a more concentrated and novel fashion.Botanical Garden of Curitiba, Rua Engenheiro Ostoja Roguski, 690, Curitiba, Paraná; +55 41 3362 1800; daily 6 a.m-7:30 p.m.; 6 a.m.-8 p.m. during summerMORE: 14 coolest hotel perks across Latin AmericaHide Caption 7 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilJalapao State Park – Jalapao State ParkThe combination of plains, golden dunes, rivers and waterfalls makes Jalapao State Park a favorite with adventurers. After rafting in the Novo River rapids you can swim by the emerald Formiga Waterfall, enjoying the park's relatively untouched wilderness.Jalapao State Park, Mateiros, Tocantins; +55 63 3218 2357More info: www.visitbrasil.comMORE: Cool video shows amazing South American scenery Hide Caption 8 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilAmazon rainforest – Amazon rainforestThe world's largest and most biodiverse natural reserve takes up almost half of Brazil at more than 4 million square kilometers. With a little luck, you can spot jaguars, pink dolphins and giant otters. Just bring strong mosquito repellant.More info: www.visitbrasil.comMORE: Best day trips from Rio Hide Caption 9 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilDunas de Genipabu – Dunas de GenipabuA 15-minute drive north of Natal, the capital of Rio Grande do Norte state, Genipabu is best known for the buggy and camel rides available within the dunes and lagoons. The dunes are always changing, shaped and carved by strong winds along the Rio Grand do Norte coastline. One of the popular local pastimes is "esquibunda," which involves sliding down the dunes on a wooden board. More info: visitbrasil.comMORE: Powerful flavor: Rio's incredible juice barsHide Caption 10 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilImperial Museum of Brazil – Imperial Museum of BrazilThe former summer palace in the middle of Petrópolis was built in the mid-1800s. Displays include the Brazilian Imperial Crown and Imperial Carriage. The museum is an hour's drive (70 kilometers) from Rio de Janeiro's city center and is one of Brazil's most popular museums with an average of 300,000 visitors a year.Imperial Museum of Brazil, Rua da Imperatriz, 220, Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro; +55 24 2245-5550; $3.50 per adult, $1.75 per student, teacher and senior over 60, free for children under 7MORE: Plane colors: Graffiti duo let rip on Brazil football team's 737Hide Caption 11 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilOscar Niemeyer Museum – Oscar Niemeyer MuseumOscar Neimeyer was 95 years old when he completed the Museum of the Eye. The museum focuses on art, architecture and design. Popularly known as "The Eye," the tower has four floors of exhibition space.Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Rua Marechal Hermes, 999, Curitiba, Paraná; +55 41 3350 4400; Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; $2.70 per adult, $1.40 per student, free admission for children under 12MORE: Sex motels get busy for Brazil World CupHide Caption 12 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilGruta do Lago Azul – Gruta do Lago AzulThe "Blue Lake Grotto" is part of one of the world's largest flooded cavities. Its blue waters extend more than 200 feet deep. The mysterious source of the lake is believed to be an underground river, but that has yet to be located. The grotto is rich with prehistoric treasures. A Franco-Brazilian expedition in 1992 uncovered thousands of prehistoric animal bones, including saber-tooth tigers and giant sloths. More info: www.portalbonito.com.brMORE: Are these the world's best drummers? Hide Caption 13 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilFernando de Noronha – Fernando de NoronhaLocated 354 kilometers off the coast of Brazil's northeast state of Pernambuco, the island of Fernando de Noronha is a sea turtle and spinner dolphin sanctuary. The archipelago has some of the best diving and surfing in Brazil. To preserve the ecology of the island, only 460 visitors are allowed on the island per day and a small Environmental Preservation Tax is required.More info: www.noronha.pe.gov.brMORE: CNNGo in Rio de Janeiro: Beaches, caipirinhas and ... sushi Hide Caption 14 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilSao Miguel das Missoes – Sao Miguel das MissoesA tour down the Rota das Missoes (Mission Route) means stepping back to the early decades of the 17th century to recall the work of the priests of Companhia de Jesus in their mission to evangelize natives in the south of the country. The Jesuit mission's cathedral dates to the mid-1700s and was built over a span of 10 years by hundreds of indigenous Guarani people. Everyday at nightfall, the Sound and Light Show tells the story of the rise and fall of the Guarani people and the Jesuit missions of San Miguel.São Miguel das Missoes, Road RS-536, Gio Grande do Sul; +55 3381 1294More info: www.saomiguel-rs.com.brMORE: 10 quirkiest hotels in Latin AmericaHide Caption 15 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilBento Goncalves – Bento GoncalvesSurrounded by hills, valleys and rivers, 24 municipalities make up the Grape and Wine Route in the south of Brazil. Wineries, cantinas, boutique restaurants, craft shops, art studios and small cheese and other regional food production facilities are scattered along the rural routes in the area. Bento Goncalves' love of wine and food stems from its history as one of the centers of Italian immigration into Brazil in the 19th century. The popular Valley of Vineyards route takes in visits to wineries and vineyards.Bento Goncalves, Rio Grande do Sul; +55 54 3055 7135MORE: 10 great new hotels in Latin America and the Caribbean Hide Caption 16 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilElevador Lacerda – Elevador LacerdaThe elevator connecting Cidade Alta (Upper Town) and Cidade Baixa (Lower Town) in Salvador, Bahia, was the first to be installed in Brazil, in 1873. The original two-car elevator was given an art deco makeover in 1930. The restored and now four-cabin elevator provides the 22-second trip for around 10 cents.Elevador Lacerda, Praça Municipal, Centro Histórico, Salvador, Bahia; +55 71 3243 4030Hide Caption 17 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilCathedral of Brasília – Cathedral of BrasiliaAnother marvel by Oscar Niemeyer, the 40-meter-high Cathedral of Brasilia and its suspended angels are bathed with natural light shining through the stained glass. The circular structure has glass ceilings that start at the floor, supported by 16 curved columns. The cathedral can hold up to 4,000 people.Metropolitan Cathedral of Brasília, Esplanada dos Ministérios, lote 12, Brasília; +55 61 3224 4073 Hide Caption 18 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilChapada Diamantina National Park – Chapada Diamantina National ParkChapada Diamantina in the state of Bahia is one of the country's richest bio regions. Originally home to indigenous Maracás Indians, the area was flooded by explorers in the 1700s looking for gold and, later, diamonds. Today, the area is home to around 50 species of orchids, giant anteaters, wild cats and armadillos, as well as diverse flora and numerous birds and snakes, providing a sample of rare beauty in the midst of the caatinga shrubland. More info: www.visitbrasil.comHide Caption 19 of 20 Photos: 20 most beautiful places in BrazilPorto de Galinhas – Porto de GalinhasOften nominated as one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil, Porto de Galinhas has pools of warm, clear water great for swimming and free diving, often with loggerhead turtles. At low tide, you can take trips on "jangandas" to see schools of fish among the coral reefs. Porto de Galinhas is a one-hour drive south of Recife.Porto de Galinhas, Ipojuca, Pernambuco; +55 81 3551 1156 (website Portuguese only)Hide Caption 20 of 20Powered by Livefyre


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The King of Country, George Strait said his farewell in an iconic Texas concert.
King George winds up a career of 33 years on Saturday night with a final tour that concluded in Arlington Texas. The AT&T Stadium welcomed 104,793 spectators becoming the largest indoor concert in the U.S. Thus, breaking the record initially set by the Rolling Stones in 1981.
"The Cowboy Rides Away" final date gathered some of today's country music biggest stars including Kenney Chesney, Sheryl Crow, Miranda Lambert, Eric Church, Jason Aldean, Vince Gill, Martina McBride and Faith Hill who lined up to accompany on stage the country star in a emotive night. Furthermore, Strait performed a couple of songs with his son, George "Bubba" Jr.
The heartwarming night wandered through over 30 years of George's notable musical career. As a matter of fact, 20 out of 40 songs were number one hits. Eventually, George Strait has set many records during his journey within the music industry including 10 Top Hits in the charts every year. Additionally, in 2014 George notched the CMA 'Entertainer of the year' award. Besides, his opening act "Check Yes or Not" released in Sept. 1995 peaked number one on the U. S. Billboard and the Canadian RPM Country charts. Succeeding the first song, George addressed the crowd "I can't tell you how excited I am to be here tonight, it's been on my mind since we started this tour two years ago."
The King of Country born in Texas in 1952 prevailed in the traditional country sounds along his career and became one the most influential singers of the decade.


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Article courtesy of Sydney Morning Herald - By Alex Mitchell
January 30, 2011
THE billionaire property developer Bob Ell is suing a Greens councillor for defamation.
Katie Milne, who topped the poll for a place on Tweed Shire Council in 2008, is a vocal opponent of a proposal by Mr Ell's company, Leda Holdings, to build two "mini-cities" in the area.
She has retained the Sydney barrister Tom Molomby, SC, a former member of the ABC board, to contest the action in a case listed for the NSW Supreme Court on Tuesday.
Mr Ell's seven-page statement of claim, filed by Stacks Law Firm on December 15, seeks damages including aggravated damages, plus costs, for a letter to the editor that Cr Milne emailed to media outlets last March.
Mr Ell, the founder of the privately held Leda group, told The Sun-Herald his legal action was not an attempt to silence Cr Milne.
"My lawyers entered protracted negotiations to seek a public apology and court action was only started when this failed," he said.
At the end of last year, the NSW Planning Minister, Tony Kelly, visited the Tweed Shire twice to announce approval for large-scale Leda developments – 4500 homes on an 860-hectare site known as Kings Forest and 5500 homes at the Cobaki Lakes project on the NSW-Queensland border.
The final approval for residential development came after years of negotiation with the government and Tweed Shire Council.
Cr Milne is the second Greens councillor to be sued by Mr Ell. In 2005 he took defamation proceedings against Henry James, who was defended pro bono by the Public Interest Advocacy Centre.
The action was discontinued after six months when both sides agreed not to pursue claims for costs.
Cr Milne said that she would continue to take part in council debates on the Kings Forest and Cobaki projects.
"Where an item involves any application by Mr Ell, I will be voting on the merits of each application."
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George White Elementary students will be supporting children at the Children's Hospital of Orange County with book donations and Jester dolls.
Barbara Saltzman kicked off the initiative on Feb. 28, reading "The Jester Lost His Jingle" to students.
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Saltzman's son, David Saltzman, wrote the book before passing away from Hodgkin's disease.
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The Coming of the Plague By Weldon Kees
September was when it began.
Locusts dying in the fields; our dogs
Silent, moving like shadows on a wall;
And strange worms crawling; flies of a kind
We had never seen before; huge vineyard moths;
Badgers and snakes, abandoning
Their holes in the field; the fruit gone rotten;
Queer fungi sprouting; the fields and woods
Covered with spiderwebs; black vapors
Rising from the earth - all these,
And more began that fall. Ravens flew round
The hospital in pairs. Where there was water,
We could hear the sound of beating clothes
All through the night. We could not count
All the miscarriages, the quarrels, the jealousies.
And one day in a field I saw
A swarm of frogs, swollen and hideous,
Hundreds upon hundreds, sitting on each other,
Huddled together, silent, ominous,
And heard the sound of rushing wind.
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COVINGTON, Ky. (AP) — The city of Covington's initiative to buy, fix up and resell vacant homes in its urban core is paying off.
The Kentucky Enquirer reports young professionals are among those purchasing the properties, some of which had been abandoned and boarded up.
With the help of a $5 million federal Neighborhood Stabilization Program grant through the Kentucky Department for Local Government, city officials bought 14 homes at a low cost and have been able to sell most of them after sprucing them up.
The city's home program coordinator, Jeremy Wallace, says five of the rehabbed houses, three of which were just completed, are all that's left.
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by Susan Semeniw | July/August 2012
Remember the magic of that first kiss? The anticipation, the magic, the butterflies…
Well, that first kiss is so much more important than we thought. According to research in Evolutionary Psychology shows that 55% of men and 66% of women couldn't tell if they are attracted to someone until that first kiss. Most of us go on a date and make a decision at the beginning whether or not we are attracted to someone; if we are not attracted to them, we'll dismiss them. However, a simple kiss can change that.
A lot of people, women especially, change their mind about someone if the first kiss is good. Kissing can also determine if a relationship can be initiated. According to the evolutionary theory, there are psychological changes during a kiss that subconsciously signal if the other person could be a good partner.
So, how is this relevant to dating and relationship? Basically: if you're not sure if you are attracted to someone or not, kiss them. Often, uncertainty can be turned into being supremely surprised and blown away at how sweet the kiss was. If you feel something, it is a good sign; however, if you don't, it could be that you're just not a match.
Consider these tips if you're preparing for that first kiss, and don't delay. If you're confused about whether someone's in the friend zone or not, don't hold back and just go for it. Get the uncertainty over with.
If you think a kiss is in your future, make sure you have nothing stuck in your teeth and that your breath is fresh. Always be prepared with mints on hand, just in case; nothing kills intimacy faster than bad breath. Most girls also appreciate smooth skin; so guys, make sure you've eliminated your stubble beforehand with a close shave.
Ease into the kiss—you shouldn't make it awkward; it should feel natural. As with anything, it's important to relax. Also, make sure you're somewhere private so you both feel comfortable. Lean in to the other person and make eye contact. If you're the girl, look up at him. Let him know it is okay to go for it by putting your arms on his shoulders or around his neck. Drop your gaze slowly to focus on his lips and then, with a smile, look back up at him. Guys, this is the green light to go; so, take control and kiss her. Make sure that there's no inappropriate groping, grabbing, grinding or death grip. Hold her nicely around the waist and bring her into you. Lastly, make it sweet and clean. Remember, slobbering is for pets and tonsil hockey is for teenagers. Kissing gets to be enjoyed by us humans!


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By Thanos Terentes Printzios-Oracle on Mar 31, 2014
Mobile access to enterprise applications is fast becoming a standard part of corporate life. Such applications increase organizational efficiency because mobile devices are more readily at hand than their desktop counterparts. A Mobile Application Framework enables rapid and declarative development of rich, on-device mobile applications.
In most cases, your Oracle ADF Mobile application will need to integrate with a remote data source to provide up-to-date data in the mobile application.
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• Using the Mobile Persistence extension for Data Synchronization (with demo)
• Summary – Q&A
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I have five 'babies' growing off the main stem of my cordyline. Do I have to seal the main stem when I cut these off? From Wendy7
Adam says: Cordylines have really suffered in many gardens over the past couple of cold winters, and in some cases this has killed the top rosettes of leaves completely. Where new shoots develop from the main stem, these can be left to grow or can be removed by cutting right back flush with the main stem using a sharp knife. There is no need to seal the pruning cut, which should not 'weep' sap.
Where cordylines have been damaged by cold do be patient before digging up plants, as new shoots often develop from bare stems, or from around the base of plants. Some of these new shoots may have their own root system, and can be carefully dug up and potted or transplanted.
I have a ceanothus shrub in my front west-facing Somerset garden, and every spring most of the leaves turn brown. I usually cut these off, but then have very few flowers. It's about 3ft (1m) tall. Is it in the wrong place? From Angelique2
Adam says: Californian lilac is a beautiful shrub, usually producing blue powder-puff flowers in early summer, and many varieties are evergreen. If these leaves are turning brown early in the year then a few factors could be causing this. The most likely is dryness at the roots over past weeks and months. Drying winds will be removing moisture, and if there is no water in the soil for plants to take up then their leaves will turn brown and fall.
Extremely cold and frosty conditions, again with strong winds, can cause winter damage if planted in exposed gardens. As the evergreen leaves are quite thick this damage may not be immediately evident. Now spring has arrived you can see the brown leaves more clearly, but the damage could have been caused some time ago. This damage will also affect flowering.
It does sound as if your ceanothus could be growing in the wrong place, so perhaps move it. Otherwise regular watering to ensure surrounding soil does not dry out, and covering soil with a deep mulch of compost could help.
Is it safe to leave a tall, slim eucalyptus to continue growing without any pruning? It's growing next to a wooden fence, and swings about in strong wind. From J.Davey
Adam says: You don't say which variety this is, but possibly the popular grey-leaved Eucalyptus gunnii. This and other varieties really enjoy space to grow and be admired in all their glory. However, if it is in a small garden then pruning is essential. I'd recommend hard pruning each year to either coppice or pollard your tree. Both pruning techniques are best started when trees are young, and coppicing involves cutting the whole tree back to within a few inches of soil level. Vigorous new growth develops each year, carrying the juvenile leaves so loved by flower arrangers.
Pollarding isn't so extreme, and involves leaving a main stem about 2m tall, and cutting back all branches to this.
Always be cautious about planting tall trees in small gardens. Choosing the right varieties of trees and shrubs is important, as not only can plants outgrow their site but on some soils the excessive moisture they extract can lead to problems of subsidence, or damage to drains and foundations.
What flowering and evergreen climbing plants will be best to plant on a east-facing fence in County Durham? I don't get much sunshine in the back garden. From hellibore
Adam says: In this shaded situation you don't have a very wide selection of plants to choose from, but here are a few suggestions. To start with you could plant virtually any variety of ivy, with small-leaf variegated varieties in gold or silver adding interest all-year-round. The evergreen winter flowering Clematis armandii is worth considering, as is the chocolate vine, Akebia quinata. Although neither is evergreen, do consider Boston ivy or Virginia creeper, and also the climbing hydrangea (Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris). As an alternative to a climber that grow on the fence, also consider growing evergreen shrubs in front of the fence, possibly trained to wires. A good choice here is Garrya elliptica, and the male variety 'James Roof' produces lovely long catkins during winter. Other evergreen shrubs that could suit these conditions include firethorn (Pyracantha), cotoneaster, photinia, camellia and euonymus.
My bergenias have a lot of dead areas on their leaves, but are managing to flower fairly well in spite of this. I have them in a sunny well-drained spot. What can I do for them? From jessgardener
Adam says: The older leaves on bergenia do die each year, with new ones growing from the tip of shoots. Just snip off the old leaves as they develop. Over time clumps expand and create gaps in displays, so the whole plant needs lifting, discarding old woody portions that aren't carrying any leaves, and replanting young pieces in freshly prepared soil.
As an evergreen perennial, bergenia likes woodland conditions, and dislikes extremely hot sites or dry soils. Spread a mulch of compost over the soil around them, and keep watered if soil starts getting very dry or more leaves will turn brown!
I sow various seedlings and put them in the heated propagator to start. I take them out as soon as two small leaves show, and keep them in my unheated conservatory. They then continue to grow and resemble cress rather than short, stubby seedlings that you see in your magazine. Where am I going wrong? From pybarlow
Adam says: Sowing seed too thickly causes congested seedlings to develop, and these can get drawn and leggy. Try sowing more sparingly and at wider spacing to avoid this.
Poor light conditions also cause seedlings to grow taller as they try and reach the light. Seedlings must be grown in full light, but away from scorching sunshine that could damage them. Very early sowings during February and March, when day length is shorter and light levels tend to be poor, also cause seedlings to get lanky. Don't sow too early. Delaying sowing by a few weeks until natural light levels have improved in late March and early April often produces stronger plants.
We want to plant up two raised beds with some perennials flowers/wildflowers growing around the area. The area is south-facing and open to the elements. We'd like some evergreens to give interest all year and some for summer colour. What do you suggest? From Lucy3
Adam says: You have a tremendous choice available, so do visit plant nurseries in your area and see what they have in stock. I'd certainly recommend growing hardy geraniums, lady's mantle (Alchemilla mollis), spreading evergreen ajuga and bergenia. A range of spurges could also do well here, from compact varieties like Euphorbia x martini to bold feature plants like Euphorbia characias 'Silver Swan'. Try getting a few flowering biennials established to pop-up around the area, like honesty and foxgloves – let them seed freely, and just pull up any seedlings growing where you don't want them. Also take a look at the many hellebores available, including Helleborus foetidus and H. argutifolius.
My clematis is pot bound. What is the best thing to do with it? I would like it to remain in a pot as my soil is clay, and it would be impossible to dig a hole big enough for it to go into in the ground. Presumably it cannot be split. From Tai Chi
Adam says: Unfortunately you do not say which variety of clematis you're growing, or how large the current pot is. I have several large flowered summer hybrids growing in large patio pots, and by large I mean about 40cm across and tall, or more. Where clematis is being trained up a support then the container needs to be large enough to accommodate an obelisk or frame on top. In this size of container, and when planted in a loam-based compost like John Innes No.3, the clematis should be happy for 4-5 years. After this I tend to replace with a healthy young new variety.
If your clematis is growing in a smaller pot than this then do consider moving it up into a larger one – not an easy job for one person, so you might need help. Despite being pot bound, by regularly feeding your clematis with a high potash fertiliser you may find it remains happy and continues flowering for many years to come.
I have a south-facing back garden, but have not had a lot of success growing rhubarb in beds for the past 2 years. I usually only get 2-4 thin sticks – most disappointing. What can I do to produce strong healthy plants? From Cherry3
Adam says: While the site may be suitable your soil may not. Rhubarb enjoys a deeply cultivated rich soil that locks-in moisture and supports strong growth. If planting new rhubarb, dig homemade compost or rotted manure into the ground first. Plant with the crown just at or below the soil surface and not too deeply, water well, and then spread a mulch of compost around the plant.
Did you plant too deeply, or not improve the soil well enough? If so, dig it up now and replant correctly. Rhubarb loves moisture, so do give clumps plenty of water through spring and summer if soil conditions are dry.
I have just purchased six bare-rooted roses that had lost their labels. I've potted them up and they all seem quite healthy. Is there any way to tell what type these roses are before they flower? From ritalilly
Adam says: No, I'm afraid not. There are a handful of roses with strong characteristics that an expert could identify from bare thorny stems or foliage shape and colour, but without a flower it's impossible to identify most roses accurately. Be patient, and once they flower in July/August number your roses 1-6, taking pictures of each and make a note of other features like scent, growth habit and so on. Then consult a rose expert, specialist rose grower, or one of the many pictorial books available.
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ATLANTA (AP) — Police say former Washington Wizards basketball player Javaris Crittenton will be returned Thursday to Atlanta from Los Angeles to face a murder charge.
The 23-year-old Crittenton, a former Georgia Tech star, was detained at the Los Angeles airport two weeks ago when he was about to board a flight to Atlanta.
He waived extradition and will be returned in connection with the death of 22-year-old Julian Jones, a mother of four who was hit by gunfire during a drive-by shooting, authorities say. Police say the shots were aimed at someone walking with her.
Crittenton denies involvement.
Crittenton pleaded guilty to a gun charge after a locker room altercation with Wizards teammate Gilbert Arenas last year. He served a year of unsupervised probation.


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Water .org
$2,720.00 raised
Water says:
Matt Damon, co-founder of Water.org, is taking a stand for the water crisis and is going on strike. I am doing my part to support him.
The problem is enormous but we can make a difference. One in eight people don't have safe water meaning each morning they scavenge to survive. Lack of safe water and sanitation impacts a family's health, keeps children from getting an education, and traps millions in a cycle of poverty.
For only $25 Water.org can get someone safe water for life. Water.org has been helping people get sustainable solutions for over twenty years. We can make a difference in the world and together we can help change someone's life.
Nadeem Pasha
Good Job Matt Damon and the Wheezy guy from YouTUbe.
Georgia Rhodes
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It's just so wet! Everyone should get some of this stuff!
Jessica Creager
This donation is made in the name of gingers everywhere! Happy Saint Patrick's Day!
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Thanks to Wheezy for making me aware of this opportunity for change.
Matthew Michaelis
Glad to help out! Thanks Wheezy for the Info a out this!
Ryan Lee
Wheezy sent me
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I love adulthood; it lets me support others in need. Thanks Craig.
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Terri Voulgarellis
Happy to help, Wheezy
Chris Lyons
Time to give back for all the awesomeness wheezy has put into the world! :)
Jonny Pert
This issue is not new to me (unlike the new couch!) but you have brought it back to my attention, so here's some of my money! *banjo smile*
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I appreciate the effort to bring something so precious to those in need. I am a fan of Wheezy Waiter and Chyna and do this on their behalf.
Heather Morris
Thank you!
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Michael Rose
Good on you Craig for setting this up. Best of luck with holding it in :P
I just want everyone to have the luxury of clean water <3 THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME DONATE!
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Godspeed to this project.
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The donation might not mean a lot to you but if it helps people to survive we can all pitch in. Thanks to whomever is envolved.
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Thanks to Craig and Matt for supporting this world-changing, bladder-expanding work!
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Matt Damon is the man - what a great cause. Thanks for bringing it all to my attention, Craig!
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Good luck Matt Damon. The world says thanks.
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I loved the Wheezy Waiter video with Matt Damon, and this is an excellent cause. I am happy to be able to contribute.
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Please keep up the great work!
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Craig you (and Matt Damon), are amazing. Thanks guys for raising awareness for this- I hope you raise an insane amount of money :)
I think $2500 is waaaay to little. Beardlovers will raise over $9000. That's my prediction :)
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Great cause, nice to see some proactive ambassadors for it too!
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Would you buy a Dell desktop, such as the Vostro 320? Why? Why not?
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We use Dell at work for desktops as well as other products and I have to say in recent years they are pretty good if all you need is a simple machine.
If you are looking for tweaks, frequent upgrades etc then I would not get a name brand PC.
I helped a family member purchase a XPS desktop from himself recently and they just love it, they wanted something that did the job and did it well but did not want to have to touch the insides for 3+ years.
The only thing is support, enterprise support is fine but I am not sure about home support, you might end up having a hard time on the phone though you can use Chat which helps.
If you are pretty good with computers and don't think you will need support then you it might work out nicely.
Prices are hard to beat now a days that is for sure and the quality of the product is quite decent now.
good luck.
EDIT: as William as mentioned, format and install a clean OS then you are good to go, that is the most important thing! :)
I do buy them. However I usually re-install the operating system, as they come pre-loaded with way too many utilities and add-on applications for my liking. No complaints about delivery, support, hardware quality or reliability.
We are currently using the Vostro series desktops and laptops as well in our organization. I have used the latitudes before and though they are better in terms of reliability, i think that the vostro series are better value for money, depending of course on exactly what kind of users / usage for the desktop / laptops that you are looking at.


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