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Although the exhibition IFA 2012 is not officially open but the bulk technology companies have launched their latest product. Tablets are still the focal point in any product exhibition.
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As expected, Sony has unveiled its new tablet called the Tablet Xperia S at its press conference at IFA 2012 exhibition entrance.
Products with 9.4-inch widescreen display, 1280x800 resolution. Equipped with quad core processor and operates on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. Xperia Tablet S is equipped with an SD card reader and three versions of 16GB, 32GB and 64GB memory. 8 megapixel camera on the back of the machine is also front camera 1 megapixel.
Dự kiến Xperia Tablet S sẽ có mức giá dao động từ 399 USD đến 599 USD.
Sony Vaio Duo 11
A representative from Sony, but Vaio Duo 11 is not just a tablet computer tablet is considered "hybrid" laptop. Machine is equipped with a physical keyboard below the screen can be opened by sliding horizontally. Vaio Duo 11 is also equipped with a pen stylus to write directly on the screen.
Vaio Duo 11 has a 11.6-inch touch screen, HD 1080p resolution (1920x1080), equipped with Intel Core i processor (optional Core i3, i5 or i7), graphics processors Intel HD Graphics 4000, optional 4 or 8GB RAM, with gel SSD (128GB or 256GB). Support connected near the NFC, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS and HD camera both front and back.
Vaio Duo 11 using the operating system Windows 8 and will be released at the end of October next.
Asus Vivo Tab
Asus opening at IFA 2012 with two new tablets, Asus Vivo Tab (works on Windows 8) and Asus Vivo Tab RT (using Windows RT). This is the second successor product design style of previous Transformer tablet form with keypad types can be connected to the product to become a traditional laptop.
In vivo Tab RT version only has a 10.1-inch wide screen, use Nvidia's quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM, version Vivo Tab 11.6-inch widescreen display, processor use Intel Atom processor with 2GB of RAM and operates on the full Windows 8.
It is unclear whether the price as well as on the appearance of the 2 This product samples.
Archos GamePad
French technology firm Archos has unveiled at IFA tablet for gaming with called Archos gamepad.
The tablet has a 7-inch screen has a combination of physical controls on products so that users can experience the game in a convenient and comfortable as possible. Archos gamepad using single-core processor 1.5 GHz quad-core graphics processor Mali 400mp.
Unlike other game consoles of the previous Archos, Archos gamepad works on the Android platform and can access the app store Google Play to install more applications. Archos also said it will pre-installed games that many people love their products.
Archos gamepad will be released in late October market expected to come at a price not exceeding 130 pounds (about 206 USD).Toshiba U925t
Have similar design styles Vaio Duo 11 Sony, Toshiba U925t also a laptop "hybrid" smartphone, with horizontal sliding keyboard hidden beneath a 12.5-inch touch screen.
U925t use the processor Intel Core i5 and 128GB SSD hard drive capacity. The unit is also equipped with a full range of ports like on my laptop with 2 USB 3.0 ports, HDMI, memory card reader. It also supports near field communication NFC.
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The late Sir Victor Burley was one of Tasmania's most celebrated engineers. A graduate of the University of Tasmania, he had a lifelong involvement in tertiary education in Tasmania and a passion for music. His family has endowed this scholarship to encourage the development of advanced music skills, especially in the classical music area.
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|Ricky Stenhouse Jr. rallies for his sixth while several frontrunners run out of fuel. (Getty Images)
KANSAS CITY, Kan. -- Ricky Stenhouse Jr. rallied from two laps down at Kansas Speedway to salvage his points day.
Then he stole a win, as well.
Stenhouse, the defending Nationwide Series champion, lucked into his series-leading sixth win of the season Saturday when leader Kyle Busch ran out gas heading into the final turn. A late caution extended the race by six laps, and it stretched the fuel tanks of several cars at the front of the field.
Not Stenhouse, though. Because he ran into Joey Logano early into the race, falling two laps down during his stops for repairs, he was on a different pit sequence and had plenty of gas to make it to the end.
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So he liked his chances when he lined up fifth on the final restart.
As the field prepared to take the green, Sam Hornish Jr. ran out of gas and NASCAR called off the start. It tacked on yet another lap, and that cost Paul Menard, who led a race-high 110 laps but ran out of gas as the field took the green.
Busch, who was seeking his first Nationwide win of the season and first in his Kyle Busch Motorsports entry, was the leader on the restart and jumped out to a comfortable lead. But his tank ran dry as he exited the third turn, and Stenhouse cruised past for the improbable victory.
"I saw Kyle and he was really shaking it down the back straightaway trying to make sure it had a lot of fuel and I thought it was good to go," Stenhouse said. "But right in the center it ran out and I was able to sneak by him on the outside and get the win. That was exciting."
The win tightened up the Nationwide championship race, too. Stenhouse was 13 points behind leader Elliott Sadler at the start of the race, but cut it to six points with three races remaining.
"We knew we had to do that. I didn't see the win coming like this but I felt we had a car that was capable of winning before we got in the mess there with (Logano)," Stenhouse said. "We know we need to win races and if we win the rest we will win the championship no matter what. We have good tracks coming up for us and we are looking forward to getting to them."
Austin Dillon finished second to clinch the manufacturer championship for Chevrolet.
Logano wound up third, and was still smarting from the early contact with Stenhouse. He made a point to rub against Stenhouse's car on the cool-down lap to show his displeasure.
Sadler was fourth and was followed by Cole Whitt and then Busch, who has won a Nationwide race every year since 2004 but has only three chances left to keep his streak active.
"That's our year, man. Nothing else to it than that," said Busch, who led 29 laps. "What a frustrating defeat. Oh, well. You get defeated sometimes."


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began to portray actual individuals. Includes, sculpture, frescoe, jewlery and crafts. Incredible architectural, engineering feats.
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african art
Varied and complex, discoveries of these, often figurative works, prompted many of the inventions of modern art.
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1500 B.C. to 900 A.D. This is the most advanced civilization of the time in the Western Hempishere. Famous for its awe-inspiring temples, pyramids and cities. A complex social and political order.
dark ages
period after the fall of Rome. Much of the knowledge gained by earlier civilizations was lost.
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period in which 'classical' understanding of the figure was reborn. An understanding of linear perspective made works of this period highly realistic.
Northern Renaissance
a period of painting that flourished in northern europe after the Italian Renaissance. Paintings were often of individuals in interiors.
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I took my two dogs for a walk this morning and no sooner had I reached the end of the block then a flock of Amazons flew over. Noisy and rambunctious, they flew into the trees lining the street I walked on. Now this is a common sight in my neighborhood, but I thought taking some pictures of my playful green neighbors for my blog would be a good idea. Unfortunately, trying to take photos with my cell phone while walking two dogs is not a good idea. The leashes became tangled and it was hard to hold the cell phone still. What's more, the birds didn't appreciate all the commotion. They flew off and I didn't get any good shots. So I took the dogs back to the house, grabbed my Canon PowerShot and took a walk in my neighborhood. I walked for 20 minutes all around and took a number of photos, but none of them were of the parrots. I could hear them from time to time, calling to each other as they flew around nearby &mdashl; taunting me. But alas, I didn't get a single photo. However, I am enclosing all the photos I did get so you can see the kind of California neighborhood that naturalized Amazons and conures make their home.
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The company that provides school bus transportation for Charleston County schools has filed a federal lawsuit against the Teamsters union over the firing of a bus driver caught on camera using a cellphone while driving a bus.
Durham School Services LP filed the suit Friday against Teamsters Local 509 of West Columbia, which represents the company's Charleston County drivers and driver aides.
The suit stems from a dispute between Durham and the union over the firing of a bus driver last year. According to the suit, a school bus camera captured driver Marquette Cooper Alston using a cellphone while operating a school bus.
Under a five-year collective bargaining agreement, both Durham and the union have agreed that "text messaging or use of personal items such as cellphones while operating a passenger transport vehicle" is grounds for termination, the suit said. After learning of the incident, Durham fired Alston on Sept. 24, 2013.
Following the bus driver's termination, the union filed a grievance on behalf of Alston with a regional grievance committee asserting that she had been "terminated without just cause." The committee, which functions as a joint labor management panel, includes union representatives as well as representatives from various companies like Coca-Cola and UPS.
According to the suit, the committee during a meeting in January wrongly overturned Alston's termination based on a technicality. They said Durham did not provide a copy of Alston's termination letter to the committee and that therefore Alston had not been fired.
Durham, in the suit, asserted that the committee ignored the company's offer to provide a copy of the letter and that no members of the committee asked to see the letter. Instead the committee voted to side with the union and overturn Alston's termination without reviewing the letter, the suit said.
L.D. Fletcher, president of Local 509, on Monday said he was unaware of the suit but that he was familiar with the circumstances of Alston's termination. Fletcher said the union had been in the process of filing its own suit against Durham for not complying with the grievance committee's decision and putting Alston back to work. Alston has not driven a bus since her termination in September, Fletcher said.
Fletcher said according to the collective bargaining agreement and grievance committee bylaws, any decisions of the committee are "final and binding." The union has been working with Charleston County schools to "make Durham" put Alston back to work but that so far that hasn't happened, Fletcher said.
Fletcher claimed that there were no students on the bus on the day Alston was caught using her cellphone and that she was not texting. According to Fletcher, Alston was the driver of a bus for special needs students and was calling parents to let them know she was running late due to mechanical issues. Alston could not be reached for comment Monday.
Carina Noble, vice president of communications and marketing for National Express Corporation, Durham's parent company, said the company does not comment on pending litigation. Noble did not comment on Fletcher's assertion that Alston was calling parents but said the company "has a policy that prohibits the use of mobile devices by drivers while the bus is being operated."
This is not the first time Local 509 and Durham have butted heads. In January, Durham filed an unrelated federal suit that stems from a dispute over whether Durham violated the collective bargaining agreement by using nonunion employees and contractors to fix bus seats and clean vehicles. According to court documents, that suit could go to trial in November if efforts to resolve the dispute in mediation fail.
Durham also transports students for Beaufort County and Dorchester District 2. Both suits pertain only to Charleston County, where a labor contract between the union and Durham runs through Aug. 15, 2017. In each suit, the Warrenville, Ill.-based company is asking the court to rule on the labor grievances raised by the union and other unspecified relief.


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Atlantic forest
The Atlantic forest, which stretches along the coast of Brazil and inland to Paraguay and Argentina, is one of the most vulnerable forests in the world. It once covered a million square kilometres - four times the size of the UK. Today, only 7% of the original forest remains intact - but it's still home to an amazing array of species.
The Atlantic rainforest comprises several ecosystems including coastal, marine and forest habitats. They're home to much of the region's spectacular wildlife such as jaguars, tree anteaters, tapirs and howler monkeys, as well as some rare and colourful amphibians.
The area also has more bird species than all of Europe, and includes the only living examples of nearly 10,000 species of plant.
• 450 species of trees have been found in just one hectare of Atlantic forest.
• 92% of the Atlantic forest's amphibians are found nowhere else on Earth.
Why we're involved
The unique species of the Atlantic forest face a struggle to survive in isolated pockets of forest - all that's left after centuries of clearing for agriculture and urban development. And the pressure is increasing as the region's population grows - two of the world's biggest cities, Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, lie within the Atlantic forest region.
In Brazil, urbanisation, illegal logging, agricultural expansion and road building threaten the remaining Atlantic forest. In Paraguay, the biggest threat comes from increased soy production.
As well as habitat loss, hunting and the trade in wildlife threaten many species, including the giant armadillo and the thin-spined porcupine.
How we're helping
In Brazil, we're helping make sure protected areas of the Atlantic forest in the state of Sao Paulo are managed better.
In Paraguay, we're providing incentives to encourage forest conservation and regeneration in areas where soya and other crops are produced.
By law, farms in Paraguay must retain areas of forest, but in the past this has rarely been enforced. Working with relevant government departments, we've helped introduce a scheme to help farmers comply with the forest law. For example, those who've cleared forest illegally have to let it regrow or pay a fine, while those who've conserved more land than required by law can be rewarded.
Read more about our work in the Atlantic forests of Paraguay and Brazil.
Atlantic Forest in Paraguay
In Paraguay some 13% of the original forest remains, albeit in a highly fragmented and degraded state. Forest loss has primarily been driven by conversion to agriculture, with soya being the main crop. But a Forest Conversion Moratorium that began in 2004 has helped reduce deforestation rate by 90%.
Atlantic Forest in Brazil
The Serra do Mar State Park contains the largest remnant of Brazil's Atlantic forests, and is home to almost half of all amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals in the region. But it's still poorly protected, vulnerable to hunting and urban expansion. We're working with local authorities to make this park a more effective protected area.


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It so happened once that people forgot God completely and there was famine, plague, injustice everywhere. So people prayed to lord Shiva to sort this problem. Hence He advices Nandi to go down to Earth and deliver a message, "Eat a Day and Starve a Fortnight to wash your sins away".
Nandi was happy and overwhelmed that finally people of Earth were saved, runs down with great pace and says "Eat a Fortnight and Starve a Day to wash away your sins". When Nandi returns back, Shiva reminds him of delivering a wrong message, and hence forth, curses, "People shall now on complain to you, as you are responsible for the mistake you have committed, never will I lend my ears but you shall", that is why people complain about their problems in Nandi's ears. This is how Fasting was given rise in Indian culture.UPAVASAH – Upavasah literally means upa – close to, vasa – reside, which means reside close to God, either mentally, physically or deed-fully. But a clan of devotees have their own fasting strategies yet calling it UPAVASAH!
The first question my friend asks when she observes fasting is "What can I eat?". Another few "What all should I avoid eating?". A few have a different diet plan – "Avoid Rice, Garlic, Onions and Salt, the rest of which is left is all EDIBLE!"
"Anything which doesn't have these is edible? Incredible!!". My paternal aunt used to order a lots of sweets from a sweet shop beside her house, her reason was that, those sweets kept her intact till sunset, as once the sun sets, the fasting was over. Phewwwww!!
Have you heard of a diet regime? For Fasting? Well I have!
- Breakfast – included Fruits, Milk, Sweets, Juice and some Bananas are a must.
- Lunch – as every other day, there's no much changes in it, as you have to survive fasting till sunset.
- Evening – Snacks, Milk, Palaharas.
- Night – Roti, Porridge, Sweets and all that without Salt.
God, am bloated just reading this, yet people who fast, make sad faces as the options in the menu are limited. Savouries are spared for a better tommorrow or for the other members of the family.
A day before fasting, eating like there's no tomorrow and the day after fasting, all that's cooked is not enough. When are these actually fasting??
All these can be tolerated, but the last thing they say is, "Am gone all skinny and pale, yet God still doesn't have mercy on me".
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Pixie Dust in My Coffee? Why Parents Need Starbucks at Disneyland ResortDisney Sisters
It's true the Disneyland Resort just got happier … again! In case you haven't heard, a brand new Starbucks has opened in Downtown Disney. This is awesome news for our family, as both parents and kids have their favorite treat or drink ready to order at a moment's notice. We're certain this location will be a convenient place to take a break and recharge during our park visits. According to a recent press release, five more Starbucks are in the works in Disneyland and Walt Disney World, we can't wait to raise our mugs in those locations too!
Here are our top 5 reasons to visit Starbucks during your next trip to The Disneyland Resort!
1. Coffee, coffee, and more coffee!
The best way we can think of to celebrate your Disney day in the happiest place on earth is with a delicious cup of Starbucks coffee. This location will also bring some of the rarest coffee available as part of the Starbucks Reserve line.
2. A little pep in your step!
Because who couldn't use a little extra energy while
following chasing your kids around Disneyland? Whether you like it served hot or over ice, you can order up your favorite caffeinated beverage and start your vacation — you're going to need it!
3. Just a quick bite!
We absolutely love Character dining with Mickey and friends, but sometimes you just need a quick bite. Starbucks offers sandwiches and a variety of foods and healthy snacks (like fruit and protein) that you can eat on the on your way into or out of the parks.
4. Relax and recharge!
A lovely shady patio seating area, (unlike any we've ever seen before) makes a great place to give a baby a bottle, feed a toddler, or encourage a quick stroller nap. A little down time along with a favorite Starbucks drink is good for the whole family.
5. Parents need pixie dust, too!
Well, Starbucks doesn't actually have any pixie dust in their drinks, but sometimes as a parent, savoring that cup of your favorite beverage can be pretty darn magical! It's nice to know that you don't have to give up part of your daily routine — a hot cup of joe — even when you are at Disney Parks!
Take a full photo tour of what it looks like inside this location!
*A few last things you may want to know: this Starbucks Reserve store does take gift certificates and gift cards. They do not, however, use the special Disney version cups; those are only sold inside the Parks.
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Dozens of horses ridden by local Mexican-Americans joined members of the Amigos del Caballo riding club, whose members came down from Elizabeth to lend their support to the days festivities.
"We are here to support our brothers in their Cinco de Mayo celebration," club president Jose Acosta said. "They also do the same for us up in Elizabeth."
But the horse-parade was only a part of the party.
Vendors lined Laurel Street, selling a variety of food and drink that reflects the diverse heritage of a town like Bridgeton.
The smoky scent of grilled pork, chicken and beef filled the air, amidst the laughter of children and the clip-clop of horses hooves, ringing on the asphalt.
Oscar Salazar, and his horse Pinto made their first appearance here at Bridgeton's Cinco de Mayo parade.
"I am here with my uncles, who come out every year to ride in the parade," Salazar explained. "This is the first time for me, but it is exciting to come and celebrate Cinco de Mayo."
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the improbable victory of Mexican forces against an army of French debt collectors sent by the emperor Napoleon III on May 5, 1862.
Celebrated regionally in Mexico near Puebla, the town where the battle took place, Cinco de Mayo has become a yearly holiday in America, that celebrates the entirety of Mexican-American heritage.
Though the French eventually won the war, and installed Hapsburg Archduke Maximillian as Emperor of Mexico in the short-lived Second Mexican Empire, the battle served as an inspirational rallying cry for Mexican nationalists, arousing a spirit of strident determination that carries on into the 21st century.
Sunday's celebration was more a celebration of Mexican-American culture than a remembrance of Mexican patriots who triumphed, however briefly, over the encroachments of international bankers.
A live band played traditional Mexican tunes into the afternoon, and the community came together by the hundreds to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of Cinco de Mayo in Bridgeton.
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Is Orlando Ready for the MLS?
Earlier this morning on SportstalkFlorida Mornings,? Eric Lopez?and?David Buchman talks to BHSN's Jeff Radcliffe about the prospects of Orlando?City becoming an MLS Franchise??
Why you should listen :??Eric Lopez and David Buchman talks to BHSN's Jeff Radcliffe about how things went with Orlando City and Orange County on Tuesday. Is Orlando City one of thr front runners for expansion for the MLS?? Are cities like Atlanta, Miami, and Tampa Bay threats to Orlando?? Would MLS work in Orlando and more.
?Jeff Radcliffe?on SportstalkFlorida Mornings :?August 7,2013
Why you should listen : In this hour,? Listen to Eric Lopez and David Buchman discuss the Miami Dolphins and Jacksonville Jaguars as both teams get ready for Friday night preseason matchup. Also Lopez and Buchman discuss the Buccaneers defense and if its ready to be among the best in the league?? They discuss this and more.
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on March 12, 2013 - 10:09 AM
, updated March 12, 2013 at 7:21 PM
The Allegany County man who claims to own half of Facebook is asking the courts to drop the criminal charges against him because of a conflict of interest by the New York City prosecutor handling the case.
Paul Ceglia, in a complaint filed Monday, said U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara once worked for the law firm representing Facebook in Ceglia's civil lawsuit against the social networking giant.
"The appearance of impropriety is obvious," Ceglia said in his court papers.
Ceglia was charged in federal court in Manhattan last year with orchestrating a "multibillion-dollar scheme" to defraud Facebook.
Federal prosecutors say Ceglia "doctored, fabricated and destroyed evidence" to support his ownership claims regarding Facebook, and they charged him with felony wire and mail fraud.
"Dressing up a fraud as a lawsuit does not immunize you from prosecution," Bharara said at the time.
The criminal charges against Ceglia, in many ways, mirror the counterallegations made by Facebook in Ceglia's civil suit against the company.
The complaint contends that Ceglia replaced the first page of his previous contract with Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg with a new page doctored to make it appear Zuckerberg had agreed to provide him with an interest in Facebook.
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text: I had a hearty chat yesterday with a colleague friend over a good meal. We both were hungry after work so we decided to have dinner before heading home last night. During the whole duration of being together, we can't help but share our woes and blues specifically in the Love department. It turned out that we almost got the same share of stories. We just laughed at it though but I really learned something over that instant conversation I had with Mam Ritz. We may be a bit poor in that department but within our hearts we are still inches richer because of the love and care we got from our dearest families and friends. :) By the way, we both are single, and still hoping to find that one great love meant for us. Ajah!


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Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Tangible Way To Bless Sandy Hook Elementary
We all wish there was something we could do. More importantly, we want a way for our families to process this together.
The National PTA has shared news that while the students are away on Christmas break, a team of volunteers will be decorating the school and turning it into a Winter Wonderland so that when they return it feels fresh, new and different.
Isn't that what God does in our lives - His mercies are new every morning.
I am thankful for fresh starts.
New mornings.
The clear skies after the rain.
The start of a New Year.
Fresh beginnings.
We can help.
If you are a teacher, you and your class can make snowflakes to send to Sandy Hook to decorate their school.
As a family, create snow flakes as a family activity.
You can go old school and fold the paper and make the cuts. Or, you can go new school and use coffee filters or popsicle sticks, or whatever else you want to create.
Each snow flake will be unique, just like each precious student who has ever graced those halls is unique, and uniquely loved by God. When you are done - hold those snow flakes in your hand and say a prayer for hope and peace and comfort. Here is a tutorial for making paper snowflakes, which I found on pinterest.
Please send all snowflakes and donations to:
Connecticut PTSA
60 Connolly Parkway
Building 12, Suite 103
Hamden, CT 06514
Monday, December 17, 2012
Turn this MERRY into MIGHTY Christmas
It is difficult to escape the heaviness that lingers in the air right now. The tragedy in Connecticut stands in heavy contrast to the "Christmas spirit" that 'tis the season.
I have a 6 year old son.
It's hard not to see his face when I hear the news and contemplate how this could have happened. It's difficult for me to shut off the questions that come as I think of him ever being in a situation like that. I cannot even begin to process the pain of searing loss if I were dealing with the aftermath as these parents are.
I am a teacher.
I am entrusted these beautiful children, these souls, to instruct and shepherd as they are in my care. It is unfathomable to ponder a moment like that in my classroom. Innocence shattered. Fear unbridled. Ugliness and evil screaming out.
I have prayed many prayers over the past few days. Small prayers whispered under my breath as my brain tries to wrap itself around this news. Prayers of gratitude for messy craft tables and sticky fingerprints. Prayers of gratitude for "one more hug" at bedtime. Prayers of comfort for the families experiencing this searing loss and unfathomable pain right now. Prayers of protection for my own children and the children I teach. Prayers for peace that transcend our understanding. For, truly, this is something no one can understand.
The one thing that I continue to come back to is my favorite line from one of my favorite Christmas carols ("O Little Town of Bethlehem"):
For the past two weeks I have been sharing this line with my students as we work on our Christmas art projects. It is awe inspiring to me. I think about all the hopes and all the fears from the beginning of time to the end of time, and I try to stack them on top of each other in the tallest tower that stretches higher than the heavens. I then see Jesus, and he knocks it over and they crumble. He came to be Emmanuel and to know and share in our highest hopes and the deepest fears. He came to live with us the mess that is this life, and ultimately defeat those ugly fears. He knew longing like we know longing. He knew pain and loss and brokeness and ugliness.
The fears in that classroom in Connecticut alone are too much for my heart and mind to comprehend. And yet, this Jesus, my Jesus, takes those, and the fears of the mothers through the ages, the whispers from the darkest moments of the Holocaust, and all the other crazy painful moments in history, and he carries them on his shoulders. It makes the gift of the cross bigger today. I cannot even sit in the reality of what that classroom must have felt like for longer than a few seconds - it is just too much. Jesus doesn't walk away. He doesn't say, "It is too much." No - he walks towards it. And more. And he carries it and he defeats it.
The celebration of the angels and the stars blazing in the sky at His birth make more sense now. Light in contrast to darkness. The hope that arrives in contrast to the darkness that has lingered is just so beautiful. I believe heaven shudders at these ugly moments in history. It aches to see pain and darkness and evil. That moment in time when the plan for redemption was put into motion - that moment when Jesus was born - that was the moment that heaven celebrates that an end to the darkness is near.
So, today, I pause to reflect on that beautiful thought. That He came to cover the fears, and to know the hopes. We still see the ugly because we are stuck in the now and not yet. It is not yet perfect, but in the now, we can still see that HE CAME. He entered this yuck, for the purpose of carrying the pain.
My dear friend, Tim Timmons, has written two songs that have become my soundtrack for the last few days. They are Christmas songs and they are timely.
The first is his version of "Oh Little Town of Bethlehem" with his own flair added in.
To listen, go here.
The chorus says,
"Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel, God is here.
Rejoice! Rejoice! If God is for us, we won't fear.
Take joy in the comfort of the Prince of Peace,
And joy in the power of the King of Kings,
Rejoice! And, again we say Rejoice!"
The second in on the album "A Christmas Together", vol 3 and it is called "Mighty Christmas". The phrase "Merry Christmas" is viewed in our present days as happy, jolly, twinkly. But, "merry" in the old school language was more along the lines of "mighty". Robinhood and his MERRY men were not happy men giggling through the forest. They were MIGHTY men. A force to be reckoned with.
This song is all about the need for this year to be different. For Jesus to turn the merry into a Mighty Christmas. For the hopes and fears and doubts to be broken by the power that is in Him. If ever we needed a mighty Christmas, I would say it is now. That is one of the prayers I continue to whisper. That God, in the way that only He can, would show up for these families. That He would bring mighty peace and mighty hope into a very dark and broken place.
To play "Mighty Christmas", click on the play icon and it will take you to Tim's myspace radio page: Mighty Christmas
Here are the lyrics to "Mighty Christmas". If you are someone who is at a loss for what to pray right now, pray these lyrics. God is listening...
What if all of this were true?
Emmanuel, how God came through
Is this more than Christmas cheer?
Is this just a story, what if it's real?
Would I still be lonely,
Would I know fear,
Would my worry hold me
Could I be healed?
Crying out loud,
This year Like never before
Jesus reveal a little more to my soul
Would you show me just how powerful
You are more than a manger
Jesus the mighty Savior
in my soul, turn this Merry into Mighty Christmas
Turn this Merry into Mighty Christmas
What if in my silent nights
You were enough
You were the light
Angels saying do not fear
Is this still the promise?
You still come near
Meet me in my lonely
Tear down my fear
Hold me through my worry
And, Lord would you heal
Crying out Loud -
This year like never before,
Jesus reveal a little more
Would you show me just how powerful
You are more than a manger
Jesus the mighty Savior
in my soul, turn this Merry into Mighty Christmas
Turn this Merry into Mighty Christmas
Stronger than the weight of gravity
That whisper in my bones reminding me
Everything I'm not, and I try to be
You are
Meet me in my lonely
Tear down my fear
Hold me through my worry
And, Lord would you heal
Crying out Loud -
This year like never before,
Jesus reveal a little more
Would you show me just how powerful
You are more than a manger
Jesus the mighty Savior
in my soul, turn this Merry into Mighty Christmas
Turn this Merry into Mighty Christmas
I am wishing you a mighty Christmas.
Monday, March 5, 2012
Lent in Everyday Language: Feeling Loved
Fr. Joe Tetlow, in an introduction to the Examen says this..
Never, never start examining yourself until you have thanked God for the gifts that God is giving to you—not in general, not in the past, but right now, today. That's how you start The Examen. I think people who can keep the Examen up often do that.
In the midst of my sharing and my hot, tear-filled emotional release, I think I realized that I must have a wound somewhere in my soul that causes me to continually struggle with worrying about whether God will meet my needs. I am asking Him to reveal wisdom and to expose what this might be and kind of feel like I am peeling back the layers of an onion. I look at my children and their ability to walk in freedom each and every day - knowing that they are loved and will be cared for.
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Lent in Everyday Language: Trusting God
It could be this in the middle of Lent: March — the month to march around walls in our lives and pray for God to bring down everything that keeps us from Him.
March — a 31 day march around the Jericho that's keeping You from Jesus.
31 days to march around that one fear. March around that one worry. March around that one temptation. I know what my Jericho is. I name it. I will go home and I will write it down.
Write it in a prayer journal. Circle everyday of March on the calendar, make a prayer circle around each day and march around that Jericho, head bowed. Pray around it again and again — sliver blades cutting a circle, encircling all that is with His will, presence, grace.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Lent in Everyday Language: God Save Us
Monday, February 27, 2012
Lent in Everyday Language
"But in the economy of God, what seems the end is but a preparation... The disciles approached the resurrection from their bereavement. For them the death was first, and the death was all. Easter, then was an explosion of newness, a marvelous slitting of heaven indeed.But for us, who return backward into the past, the Resurrection comes first, and through it we view a death with is, therefore, less consuming, less horrible, even less readl.We miss the disciples terrible, wonderful preparation.Unless, as now we attend to the suffering first, to the cross with sincerest pity and vigilant love, to the dying with most faithful care - and thus prepare for joy."
"... Your awareness of your constant need of Me is your greatest strength. Your neediness, properly handles, is a link to My Presence. However, there are pitfalls that you must beon guard against: Self-pity, self-preoccupation, giving up. Your inadequacy presents you with a continual choice - deep dependence on Me, or despair. The emptiness you feel within will be filled either with problems or with My Presence. Make me central in your consciousness by praying continually: simple, short prayers flowing out of the present moment. Use My Name liberally, to remind you of My Presence. Keep on asking and you will receive, so that your gladness may be full and complete."
Thursday, February 16, 2012
My Daily Allowance
"And his allowance was a continual allowance given him of the king, a daily rate for every day, all the days of his life." -2 Kings 25:30
Jehoiachin was not sent away from the king's palace with a store to last him for months, but his provision was given him as a daily pension. Herein he well pictures the happy position of all the Lord's people. A daily portion is all that a man really wants. We do not need tomorrow's supplies; that day has not yet dawned, and its wants are as yet unborn. The thirst which we may suffer in the month of June does not need to be quenched in February, for we do not feel it yet; if we have enough for each day as the days arrive we shall never know want. Sufficient for the day is all that we can enjoy. We cannot eat or drink or wear more than the day's supply of food and raiment; the surplus gives us the care of storing it, and the anxiety of watching against a thief. One staff aids a traveller, but a bundle of staves is a heavy burden. Enough is not only as good as a feast, but is all that the greatest glutton can truly enjoy. This is all that we should expect; a craving for more than this is ungrateful. When our Father does not give us more, we should be content with his daily allowance. Jehoiachin's case is ours, we have a sure portion, a portion given us of the king, a gracious portion, and a perpetual portion. Here is surely ground for thankfulness.
Beloved Christian reader, in matters of grace you need a daily supply. You have no store of strength. Day by day must you seek help from above. It is a very sweet assurance that a daily portion is provided for you. In the word, through the ministry, by meditation, in prayer, and waiting upon God you shall receive renewed strength. In Jesus all needful things are laid up for you. Then enjoy your continual allowance. Never go hungry while the daily bread of grace is on the table of mercy.
How gracious He will be when you cry for help! As soon as He hears, He will answer you. Although the Lord gives you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, your teachers will be hidden from you no more; with your own eyes you will see them. Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, "This is the way; walk in it." - Isaiah 30:19-21
More than anything, my soul wants to hear the voice of my Shepherd, gently whispering, "This is the way; walk in it."
Monday, February 6, 2012
My 2012 Manifesto
My Manifesto | 2012
I am passionate about knowing my Father.
Hearing His voice and walking in tune with His Spirit are the desires of my heart.
I endeavor to learn to be still and know that He is God.
I endeavor to learn the way of listening and "being" and to share my journey and learnings with as many other "twitchy" souls that I can.
To walk in a posture of gratitude, receiving each moment as grace and savoring the gifts that are in front of me every single day.
That I would walk the wilderness seasons with hope and expectation of a Father who provides for His children, though His provision may not look the way we want it to.
I am passionate about loving my husband with a true love.
A God-breathed and blessed love that serves and honors and puts him first.
To be the kind of partner God dreamt of when He smiled to Himself and said, "It is very good."
To speak words that are life-giving and to hold him up and build him up, not drain him.
To pray for him with a steadfast endurance that holds him up to the Father who is shaping him daily.
To trust that He is at work on this man, and I need not meddle in His development of this man He first loved and dreamt up.
To treat him the way I hope my precious son will be treated by my future daughter in law.
To praise him in front of our children and never speak ill of him in their presence.
I am passionate about loving my children with a true love that reflects God in all His unconditional and steadfast loving ways.
That I would model the fruits of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, goodness and self-control) in my moment to moment interactions with them.
That I would look at them with love in my eyes and show them through my words and deeds that I am proud to be their mama and they are lovely.
That I would teach them how to hear truth and lies and how to fight the lies that they hear with truth.
That I would model gratitude, even in times of scarcity.
That I would teach them to run this race well - and that does not mean never bearing my aching soul to God. - That they would see a Psalmist's heart in me and know that while I feel hurt and have questions, that I will forever praise the God who has saved me.
That I would lean into worshipping God in the midst of highs and lows. That we would be able to say, as a family,
Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines,
though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food,
though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls,
yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will be joyful in God my Savior.
That they would learn that He is our God in times of plenty and times of scarcity. He is worthy of praise and worship in all of these moments, and we would lead them down a hopeful highway of praise.
That they would remember us singing out praises even with empty barns, unyielding trees, and broken hearts that are being mended by the Creator's nail pierced hands.
That I would cheer them on as they praise in the midst of pain.
That I would nurture their creativity, health, souls and minds.
That I would never stop telling them the miraculous story of their creation and that they are my "Red Sea" moment.
That they would know that even if God told me I could pick any children in the whole entire world to be mine, that I would choose them.
I am passionate about loving my community and neighbors with a shepherding love.
That I would walk through my neighborhood a little bit slower and really "see" my neighbors.
That I would not be so busy in my to do lists that I miss the moments to share God's love with those around me in an authentic and tangible way. ...Sitting with them as they confess the anxiety over their autistic son's future. ...Praying with them for hope and joy and fighting for a perspective of God that is bigger than the now. ...Coloring with the littles and opening my home for messy play dates. ...Being willing to have the home where they can come with questions and sit on my barstools and talk for hours (my mom did this well). ...Rallying alongside of the single mothers who are stretched and tired.
That we would be a "House of Prayer". -God lead the hurting and broken hearts to our door and anoint this home as a haven for the broken. Teach us to pray so that You hear and You come and You heal (souls and bodies).
That I would not be afraid to be "this person" in my community.
That I would love the many children in this neighborhood and see them with God's eyes. -That I would hope daily in prayer for them to be set free from entitlement and brokenness that plagues our generation and the generations to come.
That I would indeed share the good news with the poor in spirit, bind up the brokenhearted, and proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners. (Isaiah 61)
That I would help women battling anxiety, despair, depression and feeling so alone walk in freedom and joy. (He gives beauty for ashes, oil of gladness for mourning, and a garment of praise instead of despair. Isaiah 61)
That there would be an entire generation that are called "oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of His splendor" (Isaiah 61:3) that begin as seedlings at our KWAV's meetings.
That we would stand in solidarity with the poor, the widows and orphans and people fighting injustice in our local community and be peacemakers (physical and spiritual).
Sunday, February 5, 2012
my name is hope
- One Thousand Gifts - by Ann Voskamp. It seems like the entire world knows about this book, and yet, I continue to give copies to people who have never heard of it. It is amazing. Amazing, amazing, amazing. Like re-read 5 times in a row amazing (I have!). Read out loud passages to anyone in the room amazing (my husband has fallen in love with it too!). It has changed my life and, next to the Bible, has been the most impactful book I have read in my Christian journey.
- Jesus Calling, by Sara Young. As I shared yesterday, this is one of the ways I start every day. I read the day's passage and journal about it and the verses that go with it. It is a true gift to me. Each day feels as though it was written just for me. The funny thing is, nearly every other person I know who also reads this book feels the same way. We also read the Jesus Calling for kids with our kids before we hit the road for school. Love it too.
- My name is Hope, by John Mark Comer. My husband and I were able to get away for a few days last weekend and visit Portland, OR. It was a gift of a weekend on so many levels. One of the huge gifts in it was that we got to attend an amazing church called Solid Rock Church. John Mark Comer is the lead pastor there and we were blessed to get to hear him teach Part 3 of a series titled "my name is Hope". His book was written as his way of sharing all he has learned about walking with anxiety and depression, and more importantly, walking victoriously along side of anxiety and depression. This message series and book will indeed bless many people. If you are in a season that is stretching you in this regard, I would pull up a seat and watch the videos. Order the book. My favorite quote was, "Anxiety is momentary atheism." Ouch. So true. If my worries are eclipsing my trust in God, I am not really trusting God, right? Get ready to do battle - you have a fight ahead of you. But, you will have the tools to wage a Bourne Identity level fight. Or maybe a Sidney Bristow level fight. You choose. Just kick some booty.
- "At the end of my rope", by Mike Erre. This is a message taught by Mike Erre, a pastor at Mariner's church. I listened to this message via podcast the other day (you can download it in iTunes if you search Mariner's Church in the store. Look for "at the end of my rope" for the Irvine Campus). God has clearly gifted this friend of mine to teach His word! It is courage for the weary soul and hope for anyone who feels like they have more than they can handle on their plate. You just might have more than you can handle. And, what Mike asserts is that God is actually in the business of giving us more than we can handle so that we have to rely on Him. Pull up a seat and watch the video if you have the time today. You will be glad you did.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
stepping back in
"...He spread out a cloud as a covering, and a fire to give light at night.They asked, and he brought them quail and satisfied them with the bread of heaven.He opened the rock and water gushed out;like a river it flowed in the desert.For He remembered His holy promise given to his servant Abraham.He brought out His people with rejoicing,His chosen ones with shouts of joy;He gave them the lands of the nations,and they fell heir to what others had toiled for -that they might keep His precepts and observe His laws." - vs 39-45
"Papa, thank you for helping me.I am brave, but I need your help.And, this is exciting."
"Ali, you are on my lap. Your tooth is loose but it is not an easy one to pull out. I am holding you and I am helping you. You ARE brave, and it will come out. Just rest on my lap and let me help you. Thank me for helping you. And, this is exciting."


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Another day, another NFL bust shipped off.
The Seattle Seahawks traded Aaron Curry, whom they chose fourth overall in the 2009 NFL draft to the Oakland Raiders in exchange for a draft pick in 2012 and 2013.
This came after Curry was said to have cleaned out his locker at the Seahawks' training facility.
After being drafted fourth, Curry became the highest paid non-quarterback rookie in NFL history as he signed a six-year, $60 million contract with $34 million being guaranteed. The Seahawks felt he was worth that price since he was the consensus pick as the best linebacker in the draft.
He was also the highest chosen linebacker in an NFL draft since Penn State's LaVarr Arrington was selected second by the Redskins in 2000.
In the two-and-a-half years Curry was in Seattle, he gave the Seahawks 5.5 sacks and 126 tackles (with 26 assists) and four forced fumbles.
Aaron Curry isn't the first player to be a bust, and we know for sure he won't be the last.
But how does he rank amongst some of the other notable first-round busts from the past decade?


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By PETER CRANTON, Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TexasJune 1, 2011
I was riding my first motorcycle, a Suzuki GSXR 1000, that I'd bought about a year earlier. The previous year, my girlfriend bought me motorcycle riding lessons from a Harley-Davidson dealership as a birthday gift. She knew how much I wanted to ride. The four-day Rider's Edge course helped me a lot. One of the lessons we were taught was how to properly secure items while riding. Cruiser-type motorcycles, such as Harley-Davidsons, often have saddlebags or even trunks to carry gear. However, on my Suzuki sport bike, I was pretty much limited to whatever I could strap to the gas tank or rear fender.
As I got ready to hit the road that morning, I used a spider bungee cord to strap my travel bag to the rear fender. I checked and double-checked the bag to make sure it was secure before heading out. As I pulled onto the highway, everything seemed normal. Periodically, I reached back and checked the bag to make sure it was still there. I'd only gone about 20 miles when things suddenly changed.
I was riding in the right-hand lane at 75 mph when the engine light came on and I lost all power. I didn't have a clue what was happening, but I felt like I was riding on ice as my bike skidded at least 100 feet into the fast lane and stopped. Fortunately, my motorcycle training had taught me to not panic, so I didn't lose control.
My mind was racing. Here I was at "0-dark-thirty" on the highway with traffic rapidly overtaking me. I got off my motorcycle and started pushing it into the emergency lane. However, as I pushed, I noticed the bike was difficult to move. When I got into the emergency lane, I checked the bike see what had happened. At first, I didn't notice anything. Then it struck me " "Where did my bag go?" Then I saw where it had gone. The bag I thought I'd properly secured had fallen and become jammed between the motorcycle's fender and rear wheel. That's what locked up the rear wheel and sent me skidding across the road.
As I stood there, my heart was pounding in my chest. I realized how bad the situation could have been had I not been trained to properly handle motorcycle emergencies. Beyond the initial training I received from Harley-Davidson, I'd also taken the Military Sportbike RiderCourse. In an emergency, good training pays off.
I learned that day it is essential to properly secure any bags or luggage when riding a motorcycle. I should have known the spider bungee cord I was using wasn't up to the job. Since the accident, I have looked into buying a tank bag. Had I been using one that morning, I'd have been enjoying the day with my girlfriend instead of doing the "bag-drag boogie" on the interstate.


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Iowa, Tennessee, Daytona, Kane County, and Mesa had the day off.
Short-Season—Boise 3, Hillsboro 0
Boise (16-16) scored three times in the ninth and three Hawks pitchers blanked HIllsboro (8-24) for their fourth straight win.
At the Plate: The Hawks faced the Diamondback first-round pick (#36 overall) Aaron Blair, the right-hander out of Marshall. Blair held the Hawks scoreless in four innings but gave up three hits and a walk. The Hawks finally broke through in the ninth as Carlos Penalver doubled home the first run. The shortstop has hit in seven of his last eight NWL games. Penalver scored the Hawks second run on a perfect suicide squeeze bunt single by Daniel Lockhart. The final run scored on a Trevor Gretzky's groundout. Lockhart, Lance Rymel and Jacob Rogers all had two hits.
On the Mound: James Pugliese (2-2 2.75) was looking to get back on track after allowing nine runs in his last two outings (9 IP). The right-hander retired 15 straight hitters tossing six shutout innings allowing two hits. Pugliese fanned five in his best performance of the season. RH Trey Masek (1-0 0.00) had his 93-94 mph fastball on display, along with a hard slider in his sixth professional game, his fourth at Boise. The fifth-round pick earned his first pro win throwing two hitless frames. He fanned three and walked two in the 8th but a double play ended the inning. Matt Iannazzo (1-1 3.21) closed the door on the Hops fanning the side in the ninth for his fourth save.
Hawks Notes: OF Yasiel Balaguert was under the weather and left the game in the fourth inning and was replaced by Trevor Gretzky.
Dominican Summer League—Game 1—Cubs 7, Pirates 6; Game 2—Cubs 3, Pirates 2
Cubs (26-11) swept a doubleheader from the Pirates (18-19) pounding out 11 hits in the opener and held the Pirates to one hit in the night-cap.
At the Plate: GAME 1—The Cubs had one of their best offensive days of the season with 11 hits as LF Jose Paniagua (.192/.300/.279) went 3-4 with two RBI. CF Robert Caro (283/.389/.453) keeps getting on base out of the leadoff spot going 2-3 with a walk, a run and a RBI. RF Shamil Ubiera (.258/.343/.371) had two hits and knocked in a run while DH Luis Acosta, (.147/.326/.265) a July 2 2011 free agent, went 1-2 with two walks and a run. GAME 2—The Cubs took the lead in the top of the seventh on a RBI single from Caro and a sacrifice fly from Dalfis Ortiz (.333/.389/.540). Adonis Paula (.231/..322/.331) had a RBI single in the first. Ortiz, Ubiera and Varonex Cuevas (.221/.317/.288) had two hits each.
On the Mound: GAME 1—Luis Hernandez (2-2 2.90), an 18-year-old 2012 International free agent signing for $80,000, pitched in his eighth game and the 6-foot-5 right-hander has experienced some control issues allowing 14 walks in 28 IP but batters are only hitting .222. On Tuesday, he worked three innings allowing three runs on five hits and three walks with two strikeouts. Carlos Llano (4-1 4.50) gave up three runs on five hits and three walks but got the win. He fanned four and allowed a homer. GAME 2—Frailin Figueroa (3-0 1.44 ERA) tossed five frames giving up one hit and one run with three walks and six punchouts. Enderson Mercedes (0-0 1.80) had control problems as three walks, an error and a sacrifice fly gave the Pirates a 2-1 lead. Jesus Baldayaque (1-2 1.98) won his first pro game retiring all four hitters he faced, one on strikes.
Cubs Notes: Cubs pitching staff leads the DSL with 15 saves and are tied for first with six shutouts. They rank 6th in ERA (2.69) and are 7th in WHIP at 1.21. Cubs are only hitting .227 but are tied for 1st with 18 triples and 3rd in stolen bases with 76.
Venezuelan Summer League—Cubs 2, Mariners 0
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At the Plate: All the offense came in the first inning when SS Bryant Flete (.294/.403/.390) led off with a single and scored on CF Arnaldo Calero's (.256/.300/.395) two-run homer (5). C Johnny Pereda (.211/.287/.272) and 2B Humberto Garcia (.244/.298/.314) had the other two hits.
On the Mound: 18-year-old Enrique De Los Rio (2-0 0.84 ERA/0.87 WHIP) pitched shutout ball in his third straight outing allowing three hits and three walks in four innings. RHP Francisco Carrillo (7-3 2.22 ERA) won his seventh game allowing three hits in five innings with four strikeouts. Before you start getting too exited about Carrillo you should be reminded he's 23 and excelled in the DSL last year with a 1.60 ERA, .219 BAA, and 49 K in 39.1 innings.
Cubs Notes: The Cubs have a one-game lead for second place over the Tigers and the Phillies are 1.5 games behind. The Mariners own a 9.5 game lead and the top two teams meet in a best of three playoff series after the season ends Aug. 5. The Cubs have 18 games left including a pair of doubleheaders with the Tigers.


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Amarillo Botanical Gardens will come alive for its annual GardenFest, running through Sunday.
Hourlong demonstrations on water conservation and rain barrels will be held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. through Saturday.
The centerpiece of the annual festival is the plant sale, opening at 9 a.m. Saturday and running until all plants are sold out.
"It's going to be a gorgeous day out here," said executive director Kevin Ball. "We have over 25 vendors as of now, and it will be a very nice day to spend with your family as the season at the gardens opens up."
The sale will include topiaries, day lilies, culinary herbs, heirloom tomatoes, asparagus ferns, geraniums, salvia and native Texas Panhandle plants. Also featured will be a raffle and musical entertainment by Mike Fuller.
The sale is free for ABG members and children, and $5 for adults or $4 for seniors ages 60 and older.
Also scheduled for Saturday is the first OutBack Garage Sale at 9 a.m. behind the gardens.
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What are the best wines to try in 2014? Want get out of your wine rut? That's our wine topic on the CTV News video clip above.
We looked at great wines to try based on what you already like, similar to how Amazon recommends books: if you like this one, then you might like that one. Let me know about a new wine that you discovered this year in the comments below.
Mil Vientos Bodega Merced Del Estero Torrontés Wine Review
San Juan, Argentina
Beautiful orange blossom and floral notes on the nose followed by perky, mouth-watering acidity on the palate for a variety of dishes. Packed with flavour yet not heavy: medium-bodied. Terrific price! If you like a floral Riesling, try wines based on the white grape Torrontes from Argentina. Torrontés food pairings … full wine review and rating
Blasted Church Pinot Gris Wine Review
V.Q.A., Okanagan Valley, British Columbia
Fresh, crisp and clean with lime, green apple and white tart peach. Great aperitif or companion to seafood. If you like a crisp Pinot Grigio, try this equally refreshing Pinot Gris. Mouth-watering acidity … full wine review and rating
Bründlmayer Kamptaler Terrassen Gruner Veltliner Wine Review
Kamptal, Austria
Ultra-refreshing with lime green aromas and flavours. Terrific acidity for food. Great zestiness, especially if you already love Sauvignon Blanc. This winery's vineyards are planted in the middle of the Kamp Valley, which is 75 kilometres northwest of Vienna, and they face the Kamp river on steeply terraced plantings. The result is intense ripening during the days, with cool nights to preserve … full wine review and rating
Errazuriz Reserva Carmenere Wine Review
Maipo Valley, Chile
Herbal, cedar and blackberry-rich. Full-bodied and smooth with a savoury, chewy note for hearty meat dishes. Think of this as merlot-plus. Carmenere food pairings … full wine review and rating
Rosenblum Zinfandel Wine Review
Paso Robles, California
Full-bodied, vibrant and smooth with fleshy ripe blackberry and plum aromas and flavours. This is a great wine to try if you love shiraz. Great wine for pizza night … full wine review and rating
Viña Alicia Paso De Piedra Malbec Wine Review
Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina
Full-bodied with black and purple plums. Try this red wine is you love robust cabernet. A pleasantly bitter finish … full wine review and rating
Juan Gil 4 Meses De Cepas Viejas Monastrell Wine Review
D.O., Jumilla, Spain
Deal of the Century! Full-bodied, juicy, savoury and delicious. Loaded with dark wild blackberries, purple plums and forest-deep cherries and cedar. This is a great wines for those who like cabernet-shiraz blends. The 4 Meses translate to 4 months and correspond to how long the wine was aged in a mix of French and American oak, which imparts the wine with … full wine review and rating
Paiman Reserva Tannat Wine Review
Chañarmuyo Valley, La Rioja, Argentina
Full-bodied with black earthy, hickory smoke and tar. Dark fruit aromas and flavours penetrate the depth of this wine. This is perfect for lovers of amarone. Tannat food pairings: pulled pork, rare steaks, beef ribs … full wine review and rating
The Wolftrap Syrah Mourvèdre Viognier Wine Review
South Africa
A full-bodied, juicy wonder with big black fruit and some cedar forest. Mouth-watering and delicious. Try this red wine if you already enjoy shiraz. Great price … full wine review and rating
Henry of Pelham Estate Winery Baco Noir Wine Review
VQA, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario
A medium-bodied red with attractive dark red berry and plum aromas. Round and supple. Henry of Pelham ups its game every year on baco. This is terrific! Perfect for shiraz or zinfandel lovers. Baco Noir food pairings: aged cheddar, game meats, beef with horseradish or mustard, spicy food or the startling yet remarkably harmonious pairing of … full wine review and rating
Diemersfontein Pinotage Wine Review
W.O., Wellington, South Africa
Big oak and mocha-chocolate notes on the nose continue on the palate from generous oak aging. Full-bodied and hulky with a satisfying mouth-filling weight. This is the ideal red for coffee lovers given the espresso finish. Distinctive squared. Try this if you love well-oaked cabernet. Pinotage food pairings: wild mushroom risotto, venison stroganoff … full wine review and rating
Versado Peter Gamble & Ann Sperling Malbec Wine Review
Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina
Peppery and full-bodied with blackberry, some mint, some smoke and dark spice on the nose. Intriguing and robust and velvet smooth texture. Savoury, juicy and long on the finish. Terrific with a wide range of meat dishes. Good bones and breeding. Great for those who enjoy oak-aged shiraz. Malbec food pairings … full wine review and rating
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MORELAND HILLS - Several residents are concerned after seeing coyotes in their yards. State Wildlife Officer, Jesse Janosik, with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife will hold a presentation 7 p.m. April 24.
The program to be held in the Village Hall Council Chambers will address coyote myths and facts which should answer questions residents may have regarding this issue.
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Some general safety tips include making sure to bring cats inside at night and turning on outside lights and checking the yard before letting your dog out at night.
Dogs should be walked on a leash because dogs often charge after a coyote. Once a fight begins, the coyote won't stop. Coyote pups are being born now and their parents are protective of them. Walk your dog on a leash so it doesn't wander into a coyote den.
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BURTON, MI – Bendle Schools Superintendent John Krolewski was pleased with the MEAP test scores the district received, but he noted there is always room for improvement.
Large improvements were seen in the fourth grade class, with math scores up by more than 17 percent and writing scores increasing by more than 21 percent, while sixth grade students fell short of proficiency in math, reading and social studies.
"I think it's like a lot of other years we've had our results back," Krowlewski said. "We have areas we are happy about and areas we are concerned about."
He noted staff members begin the year with a professional development plan which can be adjusted as the year goes on fit student needs.
"We're always looking at those trends and trying to adjust the best we can to accommodate students that are not proficient in certain areas and come up with the right formula," Krolewski said.
Those adjustments have previously included supplemental instruction aligned to test and assessments being taken by students, with Krolewski noting all students operate on a different level based on their expertise in subjects.
"We are showing improvement in a lot of areas, even though cut scores have changed," he said of the recent increase in what deems a student proficient. "You have to be able to show results. That's the big thing."
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So There's Time Left Over to do Your Work!
When it comes to marketing, Solo Pros tend to get far too complicated. We can get overwhelmed with a lot of fancy ideas and clever strategies. How important are they to your business success?
Take a step back and consider whether you're actually using the marketing basics.
Marketing doesn't have to be complicated!
Basic Marketing Strategy #1: Master the Basic Tools First
Invest in learning these three basic marketing strategies and get them consistently in play. Save the more complex campaigns for special offers. You'll find they're much easier to launch when the basics are on line and doing their job. Consistency is key.
- Conversations– Are you confident in talking with your potential clients about what you do? Out of every 5 conversations, do at least 3 turn into paying clients? If not, then it's time to master this crucial skill. The faster you get it under your belt now, the easier growing your business will be.
- Email – As your list grows, you need to connect regularly with your current and potential clients. Let them know what you're up to, share your expertise, and – most importantly – make offers. Make it a habit to consistently communicate with your list. Just sending a simple newsletter with a few tips, client success stories, and more info on who you are and what you do will build trust and keep you on top of their minds. Be sure to include an offer in each of your newsletter broadcasts.
- Networking – Attending niche-targeted networking events is a great way to meet potential clients, practice your "basic message," and connect with referral partners. Solo Pro business is a relationship-based experience. Developing your face-to-face marketing skills has benefits beyond bringing in new clients.
Basic Marketing Strategy #2: Consistency Is Key
No marketing strategy is effective if it's not regular and consistent. Develop a habit of sending your newsletter on a schedule. Promote your programs and services regularly. Always offer clients the option to move to the next level as their projects with your near completion. You'll become more comfortable with marketing and your clients and potential clients will have more opportunities to respond to your offers.
Basic Marketing Strategy #3: Take Small Steps Every Day
"Done is better than none." Continually tweaking and fiddling with your marketing pieces to make it perfect results in slow or no sales. Use one of the basic marketing tools every day to develop your skills and you'll have a solid marketing system in place quickly.
Don't let yourself be overwhelmed by the latest marketing techniques. You can build a successful business by focusing first on these basic marketing tools. You'll have more time to enjoy creating and working with clients. Those advanced techniques will still be there when you're ready!
Bonus Tip: Focus on demonstrating your expertise, building credibility, and creating relationships.
You're welcome to use this article, I just ask that you be sure to keep the author's info with it and please link to our website.
Author Info: Barbara Saunders has been a publication designer and has run several successful solo pro business for more than a decade by maximizing the power of partnerships and collaboration. Now as the Solo Pro Success Coach and Founder of the Solo Pro Academy, she's here to guide you to a prosperous custom-fit business. She hosts the Solo Pro Radio show everyday on FaceBook/SoloProRadio.


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FLINT, MI -- Genesee County preschoolers can visit childhood favorite Thomas The Tank Engine in person this month.
For two weekends -- Aug. 15-17 and Aug. 22-24 -- Thomas The Tank Engine will come to Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad. The stop is one of 42 U.S. cities in the nation for this year's "Day Out With Thomas: The Thrill of the Ride Tour 2014," now in its 19th year.
Tickets are $21 plus tax for children age 2 and up. They are available by calling 866-468-7630 or by visiting http://www.ticketweb.com/dowt.
Thomas The Tank Engine is a fictional steam locomotive that appears in "The Railway Series" children's books and a cartoon called "Thomas & Friends." According to a press release from Crossroads Village, 200 million "Thomas & Friends" books and e-books have been sold and the CGI-animated "Thomas & Friends" TV series is one of the top programs for children ages 2-5.
Attendees will be able to take a 40-minute ride with Thomas, meet characters Sir Topham Hatt and Controller of the Railway, and enjoy a day of "Thomas & Friends" themed activities including arts and crafts and storytelling. Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad will also have live entertainment, inflatables, a straw maze, a model railroad layout, farm animals, Bubbles Galore and historical demonstrations.
In 2012, Thomas The Tank attracted 16,000 people to Crossroads within a six-day period. That is the biggest weekend event of the summer for Crossroads, behind only Halloween and Christmas festivities at Crossroads. Halloween attracts about 40,000 people over 15 days, and Christmas brings between 30,000 and 35,000 in about 20 days, according to estimates given to Flint Journal in 2013.


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Pen Air Collects 391 'Cell Phones for Soldiers'
The "Cell Phones for Soldiers" program, now getting fresh support from credit unions, got a boost this month from the $1 billion Pen Air FCU of Pensacola, with nearly 400 phones collected from the public during the Florida credit union's Military Appreciation Month.
"We kind of expected maybe 50 phones and we were taken aback by getting 391," said Patty Veal, vice president of marketing.
In the past Pen Air had passively cooperated with chamber and civic groups in the campaign, Veal said, "but this year we decided to do our marketing to coincide with Military Appreciation Month and do more in the social media area, and it created a very nice response."
Like other CUs, Pen Air links up with a Massachusetts non-profit, which has been contacting banks, CUs and businesses to donate old cell phones and then has them reconditioned and recycled for distribution overseas.
Funds from the sale of the phones to the recycling firms go toward purchasing calling cards used by servicemen overseas.
"Each donated phone is enough to provide an hour of talk time to soldiers abroad, so this collection generated 23,460 minutes of calling time for the troops," Pen Air said in an announcement.
Separately, Pen Air said it also raised $5,600 for the local USO. This was achieved by public donations, as well as a loan program in which the 103,000-member CU donated $25 for each qualified loan booked through Pen Air FCU during Military Appreciation Month.


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Students from five area schools were given the opportunity to compete at the Odyssey of the Mind World Games over four days at Michigan State University recently....
We sat with the Montgomery team to watch, and support fellow Pennsylvanians, the Williamsport team perform in the "Artchitecure, the musical" problem. We all were shocked when they weren't in the top 6 at Worlds. What a performance! From a Montgomery OM parent to WHS Omer's...fantastic performance!
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The NBA playoffs may still be a few months away, but the playoff picture is slowly starting to take shape, giving us a better idea of which teams the Oklahoma City Thunder might be facing on their way to another NBA Finals appearance.
Obviously, many things can, and will change before the playoffs start.
Players will be traded, guys could get injured and someone that hasn't made much of an impact yet could catch fire.
However, even without knowing those things, we can still look at the various tactics that Thunder head coach Scott Brooks should employ if his team happens to meet one of these teams in a playoff situation.
So, what will Oklahoma City's game plan look like against the top teams in the West? Read on, to find out.


text: In my world, and in many of yours I'm betting, fall is all about one thing; fashion. And believe me, this year our favorite season does not disappoint. The fall 2011 collections are an incredibly compelling mix of pulled together, grown-up, fabulously female looks that will instantly ramp up the femininity factor in all of us. The era of anything goes dressing for any age group is over and designers trumpeted that message loud and clear…it's time to dress like the stylish grown-ups we are. It's fashion as age-appropriate, head-turning chic, not starlet-of-the-moment Hollywood dress up time. What you get is super-sophisticated dressing with a lot of dash and a touch of sass (Milly's collection has it down to a science), all interpreted by intriguing new elements such as below the knee – yes, below the knee – hemlines, astonishing goddess-like silhouettes (Badgley Mischka's always-on-the-mark stunners), and bold, for-ladies-only accessories (gloves, hats, jewelry…you name it) reminiscent of decades past, yet nothing blatantly retro or dated. Below the Knee Hemlines A look that would typically be all about decorum, yet when given the panache of straight-arrow, body-hugging tailoring executed in fabrications such as lace, pailletes, even polished to perfection tweed, it proves to be one of the most seductive and irresistible looks of the year. Rightfully so. Check out the in-your-face fierceness of Camilla & Marc's scarlet lace dress paired with dark sheer hose and the shoe of the season, the high heel black ankle boot. "Many women may initially balk at the thought of a hemline just below the knee, however, the interpretations for fall are so utterly captivating, so sexy, it's the trend, with a capital T," states Katie Hobbs, Co-Owner of shoplesnouvelles.com. Capes & Ponchos Ditch the predictable go-to-for-everything coat you always wear for the outerwear piece that ups your coolness factor in a New York second, all the while keeping you cutting edge and cuddly warm. During the first week of the American fall 2011 collections, über-stylish capes and ponchos were so predominant on the runways that what started as a burgeoning outerwear look turned into one of the biggest trends of New York Fashion Week. The best? '70s-inspired, blanket-like, decorative pieces such as ALC Drizae's Navajo-inspired cape, shown here, paired with another ubiquitous piece for fall, the scrunchy turtleneck. Unlike its hippie-dippy predecessors, this beautifully urbane take on the cape is a sublime statement maker. Fur A fashion fixation for the ages, from fox to fake, sable to shearling, fur is a major part of this fall's grown-up looks whether used as a luxe accent on shoulder detailing or at the neckline, as at Miu Miu and Carolina Herrera, or full-on fur sleeves and copiously cozy collars at Tory Burch. For those seeking the swagger of fur in an unconventional style, look no further than By Malene Birger's Chamo Soft Sheep Shearling jacket (for more visit shoplesnouvelles.com), gorgeously accentuated with black leather details and capped off with another mega trend for fall as shown here…the hat. But not just a hat, a daring, dashing individual look you can call your own that literally tops off everything, whether the slouch (seen everywhere), a toque, or a classic pillbox (wildly popular at Marc Jacobs). Here's to a super, sophisticated (and sassy!) fall season.


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mine is Cloverfield because they filmed it throughout with a video camera.
But...Cloverfield was about a bunch of people with a video camera...
My pick is Battlefield Earth (2000)--even though it's from last decade and last century the "last ten years" includes it, THIS decade still has a year left in it. Not only is it the worst of the last ten years, but it is one of the worse of all time.
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going to get a lot of hate here
what a load of rubbish that was
My whole class was forced to watch twilight and it was torture, but we all make fun of the part where the guy runs really fast.
He just moves his arms and they blur his legs and roll the screen.