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Watch out for thin ice
It is winter, and it is cold. Still, temperatures have been above normal, and ice fishermen need to watch out for thin ice.
For example.
An ice fisherman went through the ice about 11:15 a.m. Thursday near Butler's Island the Kipling boat launch site in Delta County.
The ice fisherman was standing on top of his submerged four-wheeler but needed assistance in being removed from the situation. A rescue hovercraft from Gladstone Public Safety was utilized and the Gladstone man was assisted in getting to shore.
He was treated at the scene for some exposure concerns but was not transported to any medical facility.
And on Jan. 12, two adult males and a male juvenile were assisted off the ice by a passer-by with a four-wheeler after the trio went through the ice around 7 p.m. near the public access site at the mouth of the Days River, also in Delta County.
None of the victims, who are Alger County residents, needed to be taken to the hospital.
There's no better reminder that ice conditions are iffy at best, and, precautions that must be taken.
Walking around on top of deep bodies of water in winter weather is not to be taken lightly.
Ice safety must always be a concern.
When is ice safe? There is no sure answer. Ice is tricky, and just because a lake or stream is frozen doesn't mean the ice is safe.
Each year, regretfully, we are forced to report about individuals in the Upper Peninsula and Wisconsin who wandered onto unsafe ice – sometimes with tragic results.
To understand ice safety, it's necessary to understand how ice forms.
The following are some key points to remember:
– You can't tell the strength of ice just by its appearance, the daily temperature, thickness or whether the ice is covered with snow or not. Ice strength is based on all four factors, plus the depth of the water under the ice, the size of the water body and its chemistry.
– Generally speaking, new ice is much stronger than old ice. A few inches of new ice may be strong enough to support you, while a foot or more of old ice may not.
– The ice cover can be several inches thick in one spot yet only an inch thick nearby.
– A cover of snow insulates ice, slowing down the ice-forming process. The additional weight of the snow can also decrease the weight-bearing capacity of the ice cover.
– Ice is weaker near shore. The buckling action of a lake or stream over winter is continually breaking and refreezing the ice along its shores.
– Ice over flowing water can be dangerous, especially near shore. The ice on straight smooth-flowing stretches of a river is safer than that over bends in the river. River mouths are dangerous.
– Fluctuations in water level and the actions of birds and fish can also weaken ice. Schools of carp, for example, create thin spots in ice covers, even open water by congregating in one location while circulating the water below with their fins.
Tips for going out on the ice:
– Clear, solid ice uniformly at least two inches is usually sufficient to hold a single person walking on foot. Ice fishing requires at least four inches of ice, and a snowmobile, five inches. Automobiles and light trucks require at least eight inches to a foot of ice. Remember, these are merely guidelines. There is no sure answer to when ice is safe.
– Before you head onto ice, check with local bait shops and resorts about areas where ice is known to be thin.
– Refrain from driving onto the ice in a car or truck. If you must drive on the ice, be prepared to leave your vehicle in a hurry. Unbuckle your seat belt and make a simple plan of action in case you break through. Some safety experts recommend keeping the windows rolled down for an easy exit.
– If you drive onto the ice, prolonged parking is not recommended, especially if the thickness of the ice is marginal. Vehicles should be moved from time to time so the ice can resume its previous position and shape.
– Vehicles parked close together may depress the ice beyond its bending limit, causing it to break. A vehicle surrounded by ice cracks is in great danger.
– If you drive across ice that has cracked and refrozen, cross the cracks at right angles and avoid parking near them.
– Often vehicles will establish "roads" leading from shore to the current ice fishing hot spot. After repeated use, these roads may cause the ice to weaken.
– If you're on a snowmobile or driving a vehicle, be especially cautious at night or when it's snowing. Falling snow and darkness can obscure spots of thin ice.
– If you break through the ice, proper clothing can increase your chances of survival. An ordinary nylon snowmobile suit, if it is zipped up, can trap air and slow your body's heat loss. The vest-type foam personal flotation devices worn under your outer clothing, can help keep you warm, conserve body heat and keep you afloat. Don't wear a personal flotation device while traveling across ice inside a car or truck, however. If your vehicle goes under with you inside, a personal flotation device could hamper your escape.
– Carry a couple of large nails and a length of light nylon rope with you. The nails can help you pull yourself from the water on slippery wet ice. Tie them onto the ends of a small separate piece of rope and drape it over your shoulders so you can get to them quickly if you fall in. The nylon rope is for rescuing someone else.
– If you break through, don't panic. To climb out, turn toward the direction you came from and put your hands and arms on the unbroken surface. Work forward on the ice by kicking your legs and using those nails to claw your way onto the ice. Once you are lying on the ice, don't stand up. Roll away from the break until you're on solid ice. Once you're on safe ice, get to shelter and warm yourself immediately.


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During 2009, generalized current-state process models have been constructed for most technical assistance and financial assistance (cost-share programs) activities. These models were developed and/or reviewed by representatives from 25 states. A High-Level Business Process Framework for Conservation Assistance was established, under which detailed future-state process models are being aligned.
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Paralympian Patty Cisneros Selected as Finalist for Women's Sports Foundation Sportswoman of the Year
Three-time Paralympian Patty Cisneros (Champaign, Ill./Lake Station, Ind.) has been selected as a finalist for the Women's Sports Foundation's Sportswoman of the Year award.
"I am so honored to be nominated. I play a team sport and there's nothing I could do without my teammates," said Cisneros. "I'm happy and proud that through me the team is being recognized for its accomplishments. I'm just 1/12 of an amazing group of women and give them a lot of credit."
Winners are selected by online vote. Voting has begun and will conclude on September 2nd. Cast your vote now!
In August 2007, Cisneros, as part of the U.S. wheelchair basketball team, won gold at the Parapan American Games in Brazil. In June 2008, the team placed first at the Joseph F. Lyttle World Basketball Challenge. The team also placed first at the North American Cup in July. Cisneros was nominated for the 2008 Best Female Athlete with a Disability ESPY Award.
The point guard has been a member of the U.S. women's wheelchair basketball team since 1999 and will serve as co-captain for the U.S. team at her third Paralympic Games in Beijing.


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I'd also be curious to know how your biggest pizza users--whom I assume to be professional pizza operators--use your company's fresh mozzarella cheeses. I know that some of the so-called "elite" NY pizza establishments frequently use fresh mozzarella cheeses for their pies, in both the soft and firm forms, but I don't often hear that pizza operators who specialize in, say, the NY street style pizza, use fresh mozzarella cheeses, and especially the softer forms. Can you offer some commentary on how the biggest users of your fresh mozzarella cheeses for pizza actually use them?
Cultured cheese has more tang but is more difficult to ship, etc.. Get too far out of the temp spec, during shipping/storage and your cultures fire back up and leave you with overly soft, mush. Mozzarella Fresca makes both but the American consumers purchases much more acid than cultured.Hope that helps!Jason[/quoteThanks Jason,What cultured cheese do you offer (Brands)and where can I try it in the NY / NJ area
We sell our cultured product under the "Ital Cheese" brand name and have focused our distribution growth, on this item only, in the Western States.
Moreover, my friend worked at an Italian pizzaria in Montreal with the wood burning oven and everything (one with what I consider to be the best pizza I have ever tasted) and he told me that they did not use fresh mozzarella. If they don't need to use it, why should I?
That's like saying. "Craig McTavish never wore a hockey helmet, so why should I?"
The reason why people think fresh cheese is too watery is because it is past it's prime. A good fresh mozzarella will be so tight and dry that you can slice it right on the pizza and it will not leave any more moisture than the dry packed processed mozzarella.
Yes, our Ital and Mozzarella Fresca products are carried by Sysco Foods New Mexico (formerly Nobel/Sysco). In our cultured, Ital product, they carry our Ital Cheese Ciliegine (1/3 oz balls), Bocconcini (1 1/3 balls) and Ovaline (4oz balls). I'd love to hear what you think! Please let me know if you get any push back or have any problems. Thanks!


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How the Fed Prepared to Buy Bank Stocks in 2007: Street Whispers
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- As the U.S. subprime housing market went into meltdown in 2007 and brought Wall Street to its knees -- leading to trillions in bailout measures -- some officials in the Federal Reserve were ready to buy up bank stocks.
Little did they know by 2008 it would be all but impossible for the Fed not to hold them despite stated policies against equity ownership.
While transcripts of meetings from 2007 released on Friday provide a glimpse into the Fed's slow recognition of the cracks in megabanks that would imperil the global economy, poorly timed comments like one governor's hypothetical recommendation to buy bank shares near pre-crisis stock highs also foreshadow the extreme and still unknown steps that the central bankers took to rescue Wall Street when the crisis hit.
According to transcripts from a Sept. 18, 2007 meeting, then-Governor Frederic Mishkin recommended that the Fed consider buying bank stocks given the bright long-term prospects of the financial sector, particularly in originating home loans if lending standards improved.
"In particular, we've gone to an originate-to-distribute model, which
Mishkin's recommendation was used as a hypothetical to describe the health of the U.S. financial system when early signs of crisis emerged. Still, it raises key unanswered questions from the financial crisis and the Fed's unprecedented action.
Notably, the mid-September meeting was the first where the Fed considered novel programs to dramatically expand its balance sheet and provide relief to America's largest banks and Wall Street dealers. Within months of the meeting, the Fed would be pumping trillions into the banking system and taking assets in return such as equities and complicated debt instruments it previously considered unacceptably risky.
While the Fed might not have bought bank shares as Mishkin recommended in 2007, it may very well have held them as collateral against emergency loans during the crisis.
At the Sept. 2007 meeting, one of the first to occur after clear signs of crisis emerged and propelled the central bank into action, Mishkin detailed his impressions of the potency of a housing market bust for the financial sector, characterizing it as somewhere between quick crises such as the failure of hedge fund Long Term Capital Management and the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, and more structural collapses such as the savings and loan crisis.


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So You Want To Be Your Own Boss?
Be honest with yourself. There has been a moment when the thought of starting your own business crossed your mind. You're not alone. Perhaps it's the dream of great wealth that sparks your interest in becoming an entrepreneur. Or, maybe you're seeking a stronger sense of job security. It's possible that you simply can't stand working for somebody else. Many are lured into visions of entrepreneurship because they dream of having their time be their own. Instead of putting in countless hours to build someone else's business you can experience the full benefit of your own blood, sweat and tears.
Whatever the reason, there is no doubt our country is experiencing an entrepreneurial revolution. According to the United States Small Business Administration, new business start-ups have numbered 600,000 per year during the past 10 years. Before you take the leap into the rewarding world of entrepreneurship, take the time to understand what you are really getting into.
1. You need more than a great idea. Nobody says it better than billionaire entrepreneur and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban who was recently quoted as saying, "It's not about the idea, it's about how prepared you are. Everyone has ideas, most don't do the work required to get the job done."
To be successful as an entrepreneur, you need to have an insatiable drive with a solid plan. Taking the time to develop a concrete business plan you are committed to is a must. Successful entrepreneurs simply don't accept failure as an option and they work harder than everyone else. Repeated failure is a reality of any successful business. Before you set out on your own, ask yourself if you have the guts to continuously get back up and find another way each time someone stops you from driving forward.
2. Know what you're doing and who you're doing it for. Many failed business attempts have been the result of someone venturing into an industry they know very little about. Loving a general topic such as beauty is not enough to make you a reliable expert who can start a successful cosmetic line. You need to have some solid expertise and credentials behind you so that you can effectively make critical decisions that will drive you forward. Everything in your industry that happens outside of your business will affect your company. The more you know, the more advantages and protection you'll have.
Of course, knowing your customer is another critical component. Market research is one of the most important things you can do. Far too many people start businesses without ensuring there are actually people out there who are looking to buy their product. Don't spend a penny on your business until you thoroughly understand your target market. What is the size? Who are your customers? Is your product or service significant to their everyday life? Why do they need it?
3. Ask yourself, are you really motivated enough? Many people are excited about starting their own business, only to later realize they're in over their heads. Being a business owner is not a nine to five job. It can be downright lonely, stressful and draining on you and your loved ones as you immerse yourself into developing your business. The level of personal sacrifice is significant and it is worth considering before you take the leap. You will invest substantially more time and personal finances than you ever did at your regular job. Although your long-term earning potential is much better if you run your own business, it is going to take time to get there. It typically takes an average of three years before you reach a point where you can replace your income from your job with your income from your business. During this time you will need to be in a position to get by with much less money than you may have been accustomed to prior to your venture.
4. Find a mentor. Business ideas and savvy from a reliable outsider will help catapult your "ok" concepts into greatness. A good mentor will help you think through your ideas and suggest ways to avoid trouble long before you would have noticed it yourself. Many communities have groups of seasoned executives who meet monthly to mentor new and existing business owners in their ventures. Do some digging and check out what your community has to offer.
Elizabeth P. Cipolla is a business communications professional specializing in the areas of leadership training, creative recruitment strategies, professional development and executive coaching for more than 13 years. She brings leadership experience from various industries including marketing, mass media, apparel, education, manufacturing, nonprofit agencies and insurance. To contact Elizabeth, email her at email@example.com or visit her website at www.changeagentsee.com


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Every American child learns about Rosa Parks in school. On December 1, 1955, she, a black woman, was arrested for refusing to give her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama bus to a white man. Her arrest led to a boycott of the city's public transportation that lasted 381 days and ignited the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
Nine months earlier, Claudette Colvin was arrested for the exact same thing. She was just 15 years old.
Colvin grew up in a poor black neighborhood in Montgomery, Alabama. She was well accustomed with the Jim Crow laws of the South. She says the first time she realized things were different for her was when she was a little girl and her mother took her to a department store. A white boy started staring at her and laughing because she looked different than him. She put her hands up to his to show him they both were really the same. Her mother slapped her for acting out and touching a white person. She picked up quickly that black people "had to be on their best behavior" while out in public because of Jim Crow. In school, she learned about inequalities black people in the South faced on a regular basis. She attended an all-black school, as Alabama did not actually desegregate its schools until years after the 1954 Brown v. Board Supreme Court decision. Her instructors took the time to teach their students about Jim Crow and about Black History, especially during February. February was the month during which Negro History Week (as it was then known) was celebrated around the country, but Colvin's school celebrated Black History for the entire month, as we do now, because her teachers felt black people were absent from history books. Her personal heroes were Harriet Tubman and Sojourner Truth. Read the rest of this entry »


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President Obama arrived in Tokyo on Wednesday after an overnight trans-Pacific flight.
Japan is the first stop in a week-long Asia tour that will also take Obama to South Korea, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Among the topics of the trip: Trade and relations with China. Obama will also talk with allies about responses to Russia's incursion into Ukraine.
Obama arrived at night in Japan; Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of Washington, D.C., on the clock.
The president is scheduled to dine Wednesday with Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Among those who greeted Obama in Tokyo: Caroline Kennedy, daughter of former President John Kennedy and now U.S. ambassador to Japan.


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Ira D. Fowler
Ira "Dean" Fowler passed away Feb. 22, 2013.
He was born in Canada on July 31, 1930. He was the son of the late George and Della (Noyes) Fowler, and was raised in Crystal Beach, Canada.
Mr. Fowler was an independent carpenter, contractor and master builder. He also owned and operated the legendary Fowler's Taffy Stand, which services county fairs and festivals throughout Western New York and Pennsylvania.
Along with candy making, he will be lovingly remembered as an avid outdoorsman, expert fisherman, and golf enthusiast, not to mention an eager four hour long game of cards. Mr. Fowler was also a proud member of Fowler Brothers Construction and the International Independent Showman's Association.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Inez (Reeks) Fowler; three brothers: Jack Fowler of Sarasota, George Fowler of Lilly Dale, N.Y., and Don Fowler of Sarasota; two sisters: Ruth Littlewood of Sarasota and Estelle Leworthy of Dunkirk, N.Y.
Survivors include his children: son, Dennis Fowler of Sarasota, and daughter, Pam Fowler of Sarasota; four granddaughters: April Fowler of Valrico, Fla., Amy Peerless of Valrico, Fla., Amanda Sharp of Corryton, Tenn. and Katie Letterman of Sarasota; seven great- grandchildren; and countless nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his name to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34238; or Mote Marine Laboratory, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236.
There will be a celebration of life at 1 p.m. on March 9, at The Tiki Hut at Mote Marine Laboratory.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of Gendron Funeral & Cremation Services Inc., 135 N. Lime Ave., Sarasota, FL 34237. 941-365-1767. Online condolences may be made at www.gendronfuneralhome.com.


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Butterfly Jian Penhold Table Tennis Racket
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- Ideal for Chinese penhold style players
- Good spin and superb control for close-to-the-table play
- Chinese penhold handles have a shorter conical shape
- Penhold racket heads are slightly wider/elongated than shakehand rackets for even weight distribution
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Hey, new here. Like another poster, I too saw Rusty for years when he was with Eulogy. He is a brilliant showman and great live - and you'll be surprised to know that he's also the guitarist on Ricky Martin's "Livin' La Vida Loca!"
Somewhere I have some old photos from those days - anyone wanting them just email me at email@example.com and I'll scan 'em for you.


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If your dog is frequently licking a specific area of its body, you may notice a red, irritated lesion develop on that spot over time. These are frequently referred to as hot spots on dogs, and although they're relatively harmless, they should be treated by a veterinarian right away to avoid infection or other complications.
Dog hot spots may indicate the presence of fleas or ticks on dogs. They may also develop from mosquito or other insect bites the dog has scratched, licked or chewed on over time. Hot spots may also be the result of an allergic reaction, especially if they recur over time.
Veterinarians will likely treat both the underlying cause of the problem and the hot spots themselves. Pet owners may be given some type of topical cream and possibly oral medications to relieve the itching and treat the lesions. An Elizabethan collar for dogs is almost always required to prevent additional licking and chewing and to allow the lesions to heal. The vet will also likely give information on tick prevention and flea control for dogs, or possibly run allergy tests if a reaction is suspected as the cause.
Going to the veterinarian is especially important for this condition, because the hot spots can begin to spread if the dog is allowed to continue licking the spots in question.


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Anyone got any opinions on the NXE elevation pants? Ive been looking into them but cant find any reviews.
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I have too but knowing NXE they've made nothing but great products I'm sure these are great too Im thinking about getting a pair myself so Ill let ya know when I get them.
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (95 votes).
In short: A great plan B for LondonIn full: Even though its a 2 lap, it did not bother me one bit due to nice route and flat course, found it hard the 2nd lap due to strong winds.Date of review: April 3, 2006
In short: Great race (did the two-lap marathon option), although 'challenging' head wind made it a toughieIn full: Really well organised, welcoming race. Very lonely second half once we lost the 1/2 marathoners, but the encouragement by the cadets at the water station was great. More signs through Taunton to the start would have been helpful - for us non-locals - and another water-station would have been good too. As a marathoner, some sports-drink would have been nice too. Hills really not that bad at all & a down-hill finish is a nice touch. Facilities at start/finish were great, good to have a hot shower before the two-hour return journey.Date of review: April 3, 2006
In short: Brilliant organisation, undulating course with a testing headwind In full: My first marathon and I'm not sure if it was a wise choice to add the additional pressure of a 4.30 cut-off time. Marshalling was brilliant, as was the rest of the organisation. The real bonus was finding that there was hot water left when I got to the showers.Date of review: April 3, 2006
In short: It was a very well organised race, thanks!In full: Good race, course was more challenging than I anticipated it would be though! Organisation was extremely good - would definitely do it again.Date of review: April 2, 2006
In short: Got to be one of the best valued racess around.In full: Ten quid for a full marathon, with a good race HQ and PA system, plentiful water and sponge stations, and a t-shirt and medal as well! Well done race organisers, you certainly supply great value for money. Date of review: April 2, 2006
In short: Nice Race!!In full: Finished in 3hr 28 so well done me! Was a bit windy but enjoyed it. It wasn't as hilly as people made it out to be. Could of signposted the car park a bit better I thought and directions from the motorway. Marshalls on the second lap could of done a bit more pointing. I had to ask one if I needed to keep running or turn as he ate his sarnie! Other than that they did a very good job and the organisation at the start and in general was excellent. Nice t-shirt too! Well done to the support on the second lap from the cadets. Brilliant & showers too. Did not realise they had all those stands and sales near the start until I was about to set off as I had spent my time near the changing - Silly me!!! Date of review: April 2, 2006
In short: Well organised, good for 1st timers, easy to record PBDate of review: May 5, 2005
In short: Undulating 2 lap course - lonely second half !In full: Distance between some of the mile markers were way out. Drinks could have been a problem if it had been hot.The 4-30 time limit was tight for a charity event ?Date of review: April 15, 2005
In short: Ouch, but fantastic!In full: Picked up an injury half way round the full marathon so time wasn't as good as i'd liked, but the run itself was great - really well organised, not too many hills (!), good facilities and a nice t-shirt that i've been wearing with pride ever since. Date of review: April 14, 2005
In short: Very glad to have been running with my Dad on the second lap as we were suddenly very lonely. Scenery was great, hills nothing too onerous. Surprisingly weary by the end of the second lap, not helped by some dehydration, more drinks stations please.Date of review: April 14, 2005
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The theme of the 2007-08 Girl Scout year was courage. We had a number of contests for girls and troops centered around courage. We had good results and were pleased with it. The annual report was done around the theme of courage. It was well done and illustrated what courage can mean. We were proud of this accomplishment... and then, there was an accident and I got to see the real faces of courage.
I had my summer planned. I wanted to spend the entire summer working from one resident camp and then the next. What could be more perfect than a job where you get to spend the entire summer at camp with the girls? But sometimes the best laid plans don't come true. However, sometimes you find some of what you were looking for in a place you did not anticipate.
There was a bad accident. And because of that accident I spent the summer visiting the hospital. I visited two girls in the hospital who were courageous. I don't think they meant to be courageous, that wasn't part of their summer plan.
One of the girl's summer plan was the same as mine; be at camp with the girls all summer, something she had done many times before. This girl is incredibly special. For her high school graduation gift, she asked for a lifetime membership to the Girl Scouts. This girl has spent most of her summers at Girl Scout camp, both as a camper and then as a staff person. She has a lot of friends and a very special boyfriend. She's popular with her sorority sisters and she's herself first and foremost a Girl Scout. This girl typifies what the Girl Scout programs are about. She is a leader, she is confident and this summer she has had to have courage every day.
The other girl is a very active girl, not as old. At first she was very quiet with me. She didn't know me or understand why I was around. My first three visits I didn't think she could talk. And she hurt; she didn't need to talk to me. I saw the worry in her mother's face, the concern etched. Something a mother cannot hide. As I got to know this girl I found she is very good-tempered. She loves to laugh, play, have fun and can be quite a joker. Daily she exhibits courage because what she does is hard and it hurts. But she exudes a spunk and spirit which is amazing and she's only eleven. Clearly, this is not what she had in mind for her summer. She wants to go to Costa Rica and explore the world. Her mother has explored the world and she has the same sense of adventure, despite the accident.
The mothers of these girls also exhibited courage every time I talked to them. Both knew this was going to be a hard summer, one they had not envisioned. They put on their very best face for those who visited them, but what made them remarkable is how grateful they always were for the visitors, gifts and concern for their daughter. It was clear that each of those special girls also had courageous mothers. They spent quality time, they encouraged their daughter and they taught them how to be girls of courage, confidence, and character.
I did not expect to spend part of my summer coming to see the faces of courage the way I did. It was not my plan. But I had the opportunity to see what Girl Scouts have to offer through the faces of two girls and their mothers who exhibit courage. Their summer, like mine, was not what was planned. But it provided an opportunity for growth, self understanding, and a chance for me to see what courage is like in the face of adversity.
Both girls are now out of the hospital and recovering at home. They want to thank everyone for all of the thoughts, cards and well wishes they received from their Girl Scout family.


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Amy Sproston
The World Traveler
Sitting on the couch in her home in Northwest Portland Amy Sproston stretches out her long legs and props her feet on the coffee table in front of her. Though she has a minor cold, she's opted to treat it with a cold microbrew and cough syrup rather than the herbal tea that sits in the cupboard by the stove. next to the couch is a bookcase filled with titles describing places like Morocco, Palestine, Afghanistan and the Philippines. Damp running shoes are piled by the front door, and a laptop bag sits on the kitchen table.
Sproston is a recent transplant to Oregon from the east coast. She came out west for the 2009 Waldo 100K, fell in love with trails and moved shortly afterward largely because of the natural beauty of the state. Now that she's here she's found more reasons to stay, including a great book club, regular opportunities for salsa dancing, good beer, strong coffee and a job she loves.
Sproston, 37, works on the financial side of the international nonprofit mercy corp, a group that works to stop suffering and poverty worldwide. For that job, she travels extensively, often making between three and four international trips each year.
"When you're traveling that much, you begin to look at the world differently. As a Westerner, you learn to not take things for granted," says Sproston. "As a woman, I've come to really appreciate just being able to run safely out in the open. In places like South Sudan, that is not always an option."
On a recent work trip to Iraq, Sproston was discouraged from venturing outside of her accommodations after dark. It would not have been an issue except most of her hours available to train were after dark. The few times she did take to the roads she was berated by a constant stream of honking horns and uncomfortable stares.
"It was fairly evident that they hadn't seen many women runners," she says of the experience.
To get her miles in, Sproston ended up running loop after loop around the apartment complex where she was staying.
"In Iraq you don't run through the streets and blend in, like you do in Portland," she adds. "Things that are typically easily dealt with—like stopping to use the bathroom during a run—become challenging when all of the signs are in Kurdish."


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September 20, 2010 WIC Update
SUBJECT 1: 2010 Missouri WIC Conference
SUBJECT 2: Program for Dietetic Interns-Application Information for FFY 2011-2012
SUBJECT 3: Text4Baby PostersArriving in the Mail
SUBJECT 4: Updates to the WIC Resources
SUBJECT 5: Message from NWA
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Cass County Nutritionist
- 2010 Missouri WIC Conference: The Missouri WIC Association and the Department of Health and Senior Services WIC Program would like to invite you to join us for the 2010 WIC Conference October 25-27 with the theme of "Work Well, Be Well, and Live Well".
Please visit the new Missouri WIC Association website (http://mowica.org/) and follow the links to register on-line for this event. Our new site will be fully operational within the next few days with full conference details but the registration feature along with a Capital Plaza Hotel link are now LIVE. You'll see that you can now pay electronically on-line if you choose via a secured connection through Eventbrite.
Conference Details
Event Location: Capital Plaza Hotel, Jefferson City
Registration Fees: $225 per person if registered by October 8, 2010 or $250 after with registration closing October -18, 2010.
*Includes 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, breaks, evening reception, conference premium and program guide.
Accommodations: Capitol Plaza Hotel, 415 West McCarty Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101.
*Room rates are $79.00 for single/double occupancy plus 10.22% for state and local taxes.
*Register on-line via our link or call the hotel directly at 573-635-1234 or toll free at 800-338-8088. Please tell the reservation desk that you are with the Missouri WIC Conference to receive your discounted rate.
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- Program for Dietetic Interns: The Program for Dietetic Interns (PDI) is now taking applications for the 2011-2012 class-year. Up to four interns will be chosen from the pre-select option. This is advantageous for employees of LWPs who are eligible to participate in the pre-select option. The deadline for the pre-select option is Dec. 15th. There is no fee for those interns who are employed by the MDHSS WIC program or employed by a Missouri Local WIC Provider. A $3,000 fee applies to all other interns. Be sure to use the "new" application form, which is required (see attached). The Dietetic Internship Recommendation form is also attached for your use. For more information, visit our website. If you have any questions, please contact Vicki Strickland at 800-392-8209 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
- Text4Baby PostersArriving in the Mail: Text4Baby posters, table tents and tear pads are in the mail to local WIC providers. Each LWP will receive the amount requested on the order form that your agency submitted in July. If you have questions, contact Rita Arni at firstname.lastname@example.com.
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- Nutrition and Weight Gain During Pregnancy (English) #351 - New!
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- Nutrition Assessment Forms (Spanish Version)
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- WIC 7 and WIC 8 Forms
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If you have any suggestions and/or questions, please feel free to contact Takako Tagami at firstname.lastname@example.com.
- Message from NWA: The Rev. Douglas A. Greenaway, President and CEO of the National WIC Association sent the following message: The White House has issued a Presidential Proclamation declaring September National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month timed with the return of children to school. It may also help to move the ball a bit more down the field on Child Nutrition Reauthorization legislation (optimist that I am). Unfortunately, the Proclamation makes no reference to the good work of WIC. Still, the focus on the issue from this White House has been significant. The following is a link to this proclamation:
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Debates of Oct. 6th, 2009
House of Commons Hansard #91 of the 40th Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was recovery.
- Question Period
- Privacy Commissioner
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- Canada Labour Code
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Economic Recovery Act (stimulus)
- Calgary Northeast
- La Francophonie Games
- Natural Disasters in Southeast Asia
- Nobel Prize in Physics
- Mental Illness Awareness Week
- Nobel Prize in Physics
- Climate Change
- Christopher Garneau
- British Columbia Assembly of First Nations
- Suzanne Bélanger
- Prime Minister of Canada
- Diwali
- Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada
- 4th Annual Sisters In Spirit Vigils
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- Tax Harmonization
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- Government Advertising
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- Points of Order
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Statements By Members
October 6th, 2009 / 2:10 p.m.
Peter Julian Burnaby—New Westminster, BC
Mr. Speaker, Diwali, or the festival of lights, is one of the highlights of the year. It represents hope and renewal. It is a time for traditions to be shared with family, friends and community.
During this very special time, the spirit of Diwali provides us with a chance to increase our understanding of one another. We share a country where race, religion, colour and language are not barriers, but reasons for us to celebrate our diversity.
The Indo Canadian community has made phenomenal contributions to Canada from coast to coast to coast, and Diwali is only one of its many gifts to us all.
My community of Burnaby—New Westminster is privileged to enjoy the outstanding contributions of institutions like the Shri Guru Ravidass, the Khalsa Diwan Society (Gurdwara Sahib Sukh Sagar), the Arul Migu Thurkadevi Hindu Society, the Canadian Ramgarhia Society of British Columbia and the Vishva Hindu Parishad of British Columbia.
For all Canadians celebrating Diwali throughout our community of Burnaby—New Westminster, I wish them and their families happiness, prosperity, good health and peace.
Diwali mubarak. Happy Diwali.
Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Paul Calandra Oak Ridges—Markham, ON
Mr. Speaker, Canadians do not want an election. Constituents of mine, like Brian Patterson from Pottageville, have said that they want the parties to put their differences aside and focus on Canada's economic recovery.
That is what members on this side of the House are doing.
However, the Liberal leader does not care what Canadians think. His party is intent on forcing an unnecessary and opportunistic election. While we are fighting the recession, the Liberal leader wants to fight the recovery.
We will continue to implement Canada's economic action plan. Our plan is working. There are signs of recovery but the situation is still fragile. Our government is committed to staying on course. We remain focused on the economy and helping Canadians.
The Liberal leader can continue to try at every chance to force an election, that is his prerogative, but we will continue to fight the global economic recession.
This is just more proof that the Liberal leader is not in it for Canadians. He is in it for himself.
4th Annual Sisters In Spirit Vigils
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Yvon Lévesque Abitibi—Baie-James—Nunavik—Eeyou, QC
Mr. Speaker, dozens of sacred ceremonies, vigils, walks and gatherings were held simultaneously in 65 communities on Sunday. These ceremonies honoured the lives of some 520 aboriginal women who have been murdered or gone missing over the past 30 years.
Sunday's vigils were organized for the fourth consecutive year by the Native Women's Association of Canada. I salute the courage and determination of these women. Violence, whether it is physical, verbal or psychological, is absolutely unacceptable and reprehensible.
My Bloc Québécois colleagues and I denounce the fact that although the Conservative government has been called upon to take action many times, both nationally and internationally, it has not conducted any investigations or taken any action to give these women the help they need. It is high time that the government do something.
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Todd Russell Labrador, NL
Mr. Speaker, workers at Vale Inco's Canadian operations have been on strike since July. This labour dispute involves workers in Sudbury and Port Colborne, Ontario, and at the Voisey's Bay mine in Labrador.
The protracted strike has had a serious impact upon the economies of the affected communities, regions and families. It comes at the worst possible time, as Canada faces the most serious recession in decades.
Along with several of my Liberal colleagues, I met striking workers on the picket lines in Sudbury in September. I have also offered my solidarity with Voisey's Bay employees in my own riding. I share their concerns over working conditions and their desire to share in the company's financial success.
In the current economic climate, there can be no better stimulus than to get one of our major industries back in action in Labrador and northern Ontario.
I urge the parties to return to good faith negotiations and to work toward a fair, equitable and speedy resolution of all issues. I ask the Conservative government to show some leadership and support these workers.
Finance Minister of the Year
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Andrew Saxton North Vancouver, BC
Mr. Speaker, our government is delivering results. Through Canada's economic action plan, we are helping the economy, creating and protecting jobs and safeguarding Canadians during the global recession, and the world is taking notice.
Canadian banks were again named the world's soundest by the World Economic Forum. The International Monetary Fund predicts Canada will lead all G7 countries in economic growth next year.
And now Canada adds another economic award to its trophy case. We are happy to report that Euromoney magazine, a worldwide publication considered a leading voice on global financial markets, has named its annual finance minister of the year. No Canadian has ever won this award. That changed today. The finance minister of the year is none other than Canada's finance minister, the hon. member for Whitby--Oshawa.
The magazine notes that Canada's finance minister has enhanced his country's reputation for sound fiscal policy. That is something that he and Canadians can be very proud of.
The Economy
Oral Questions
2:15 p.m.
Michael Ignatieff Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, for months, senior economists have been saying that the government's deficit numbers are off the mark by billions of dollars and that we will be in a hole much longer than the Prime Minister is prepared to admit.
These economists assert that the government has led us back into a structural deficit, one that will persist long after the stimulus spending has been exhausted. Yesterday, in this House, the transport minister denied it, so I will ask the Prime Minister: Are we or are we not heading into a structural deficit?
The Economy
Oral Questions
2:15 p.m.
Calgary Southwest
Stephen Harper Prime Minister
Mr. Speaker, of course we are not, but I think the House would note that Canada's fiscal situation and the relative strength of our fiscal situation has been praised by experts around the world. In fact, I see today that on behalf of the country and on behalf of the government, Minister Flaherty is accepting an award for fiscal management. I think that is something that all Canadians will be proud of.
The Economy
Oral Questions
2:15 p.m.
The Speaker Peter Milliken
I think the Prime Minister was referring to the Minister of Finance and he will know that he must not refer to him by name like that, unless it is someone else he is talking about.
The hon. Leader of the Opposition.
The Economy
Oral Questions
2:15 p.m.
Michael Ignatieff Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, the winner of the brokerage award that year was Lehman Brothers.
What the Prime Minister is saying is that all the country's independent economists are wrong.
I therefore have this question for the Prime Minister: if he is so sure of his figures, why does he not want to give the Parliamentary Budget Officer appropriate funding so that he can conduct an independent assessment of the current status of this country's public finances for Canadians?
The Economy
Oral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest
Stephen Harper Prime Minister
Mr. Speaker, it is this government that created the office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer. He works independently, but as I just said, the Minister of Finance is accepting an award today on behalf of the government for sound fiscal management. That is something the world recognizes. Everyone in Canada should be proud of our fiscal performance.
Foreign Affairs
Oral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Michael Ignatieff Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, on another subject, Suaad Mohamud is a Canadian citizen who was wronged and abandoned by her government.
Yesterday, the parliamentary secretary told the House that her case did not reach the political level but that contradicts the Prime Minister's own assertion that he found out about it around August 10. However, email traffic, we found out, makes it clear that as of July 1 media lines were being prepared by the Prime Minister's Office for the Prime Minister himself.
Could the Prime Minister please tell us who is telling the truth--
Foreign Affairs
Oral Questions
2:20 p.m.
The Speaker Peter Milliken
The right hon. Prime Minister.
Foreign Affairs
Oral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest
Stephen Harper Prime Minister
Mr. Speaker, first, I would like to deal with the member's comment on the Lehman Brothers. It always pains the Leader of the Opposition to say anything good about this country. Canada has a strong fiscal performance that he and everyone else should recognize, just as the world does.
On the case in question, I have been very clear. There are thousands of consular cases. It is extremely rare for the Prime Minister to become personally involved in a consular case. I did in early August. I asked that Ms. Mohamud be brought back to Canada and she was.
The media asked me for the first time sometime after that. He asked me for the first time today.
Foreign Affairs
Oral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Joe Volpe Eglinton—Lawrence, ON
Mr. Speaker, I think Canadians want the Prime Minister to be concerned about Canadians.
Access to information documents tell us that the Prime Minister knew on July 1, not August 18, about Suaad's problems.
The communications director for the Minister of Foreign Affairs, at 8:57 in the morning, in an email marked urgent, said:
"I need lines for the PM right away."
Seventeen minutes later she repeated, "Lines for the Prime Minister, please".
Is the Prime Minister telling us today that he did not receive this briefing, that he was not paying attention or that he just did not care about Canadians' safety?
Foreign Affairs
Oral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary East
Deepak Obhrai Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Mr. Speaker, the Prime Minister just answered that question from the Leader of the Opposition. He should listen very carefully to what the Prime Minister said.
He said that the Government of Canada receives thousands of consular cases every day. Not every day, but in fact for every one minute there are three requests for assistance and most of these cases do not reach the political level.


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Eagle Point School Superintendent OK'ed To Hire Strike Subs
The Eagle Point School District is planning to hire substitute teachers if the teachers' union goes ahead with a threatened strike on Tuesday.
The school board gave Superintendent Cynda Rickert permission
Wednesday to hire substitutes and to offer incentive pay to
employees who choose not to strike.
The Mail Tribune reports the district has started advertising on Craigslist for "emergency guest teachers."
The school board also voted Wednesday to close schools Monday
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10 Biggest Summer Blockbusters Without Superheroes
After Iron Man jets in, picks up his cash and leaves, there are no fewer than nine comic-book-inspired films waiting to swoop in after him and pick off what little expendable income remains. Moviegoers get less than a month to catch their breath until Superman reappears in Man Of Steel in June. Hugh Jackman stops singing his lines and reinstalls his adamantium claws for 20th Century Fox's
According to BoxOfficeMojo, comic book adaptations have brought in $11.2 billion at the box office since Christopher Reeve donned blue tights and a cape in Warner Brothers' original Superman film way back in 1978. Not only have the nine top-grossing comic book films of all time been released in the past decade, but comic book films have topped the summer box office four times during that stretch: Spider-Man in 2002, Spider-Man 3 in 2007, The Dark Knight in 2008 and The Avengers just last year.
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Monday, August 18, 2008
Weekend Updates and Tempting Quad Tutorial
How was your weekend? Another busy one for me, lol. I spent Friday through Sunday shadowing an experienced makeup artist and learning her craft. From every makeup job, I always ask myself "What did I learn from this gig...and what can I do to make myself better?" By holding myself accountable, I continue to improve and grow as a makeup artist. Even the most experienced will say that there is always something new to learn. The best in the business are where they are today because they never settled with good...they strove for great.
A few items on my "to learn" list are:
-cutting the crease
-doing more creative/artistic looks-venturing beyond conventional makeup
-working more with jewels and other adornments in makeup
-mastering working with mature skin
-working with semi-permanent eyelashes
Over the past few weeks my goal was to invest myself in learning airbrush makeup in several forms. For the face, I can now apply foundation, eyeshadow, blush, eyeliner, highlighter...all with an airbrush. Like most people, I thought airbrushing was mainly for foundation...boy was I wrong! Eyeshadow is definitely more tricky with airbrush, but it looks amazing! Also, the smoothness of airbrushed foundation is truly incredible. I haven't been able to achieve the same look with regular foundation.
The makeup artist I worked with this weekend is absolutely amazing. She is an emmy award winner and has worked for such productions as Good Morning America and CNN. I can honestly say that she is one of the most generous people that I've ever met. She had no qualms about teaching me her craft because she loves teaching just that much. If I could give any advice to aspiring makeup artists right now...I suggest you find a mentor. The experience is invaluable.
My mentor helped me fine tune my skills and has given me several tips in terms of running my own business. She's a master airbrush artist and her family even owns one of the biggest airbrush companies out there--temptu. I can't stop singing the praises! With her help, I'm able to offer more services including airbrush makeup for the face, airbrush body makeup/tattoo and scar cover-up, temporary tattoos and body art. I will say that airbrushing the body is a completely different ball game than the face. You need different equipment, different makeup...and it's more difficult in terms of color matching.
So that's my two cents on my amazing weekend.
I didn't get home till 11pm on all nights this weekend, but luckily I had time to film a tutorial for the Cult of Cherry collection. I used the tempting quad because I couldn't wait to get my hands on the green eyeshadow-sharp.
I did the makeup pretty conventionally...the bright color on the lid, the lightest color on the browbone, the brown on the crease, and the darkest brown in the inner crease. Honestly, I tried other combinations but I liked that combo the best. To make up for it, I took my time with blending to perfect the look.
I wore my fav lipstick from the collection So Scarlet and it gave the look a nice pop of color!
After reflecting on this quad, if you have similar colors, I really don't think you need to go out and buy it. You can definitely reproduce this look with other colors.
Here are some suggestions:
sharp - bitter
dark edge - ground brown, espresso
next to nothing - llama...any cream colored eyeshadow with a hint of pink
tempting - this is permanent so you can go ahead and pick up the color anytime you want,
Check out my video tutorial!
On to the pics!
Here's the look with a more natural lip. I used Lightly Ripe l/s from the collection. I probably could have wiped off a bit more of the So Scarlet lipstick, lol, but you get the point.
Here's What I Used (All MAC unles otherwise stated)
-bare canvas paint
-tempting quad: next to nothing e/s, tempting e/s, sharp e/s, dark edge e/s
-Rimmel professional brow pencil and cork e/s - for eyebrows
-Anastasia eyelights in pink
-stubborn brown pencil
-Revlon colorstay liquid liner in black brown
-model 21 false lashes
-select moisture oncealer in NW37
-Pur Minerals foundation in med dark
-msf natural in dark
-Pur Minerals blush in plum adamite
-plum soft cremestick liner
-so scarlet lipstick
-for the natural lip - lightly ripe lipstick
19 comments:
- Jaimie @ Just Kiss 'N Makeup said...
Sounds like you had a fun weekend! I like the look, so scarlet is so pretty!
- August 18, 2008 at 10:51 AM
- Brown Girl Gumbo said...
LOVE the lip color!! You're right, finding a mentor is the best thing that a person can do, no matter what field they're in! :-)
- August 18, 2008 at 12:18 PM
- poo lette said...
i love renren! i'm a fan <3
- August 18, 2008 at 12:39 PM
- poo lette said...
ps did you make the vids yourself? so multi-talented
- August 18, 2008 at 12:43 PM
- Yellow Fever said...
wow ren-your mentor experience sounds amazing! Have you gotten an airbrush gun yet? I'm saving up for an Iwata. Man, I really wish we could hang-we'd have so much fun! btw Thank you SO much for the advice you left on my blog-I'm always looking for tips and tricks from other mua's I admire like you! Ur the best ren!
- August 18, 2008 at 1:43 PM
- Monique said...
I AM SO GLAD YOU DID THIS TUT!!!! Girl you have just saved me $36. I was going to get this quad but I am disappointed with that Sharp shade. You aren't nearly as pigmented as me and it's not that intense on you! Bummer. That is the reason most bought the quad was for that shade in particular. It's beautiful on you but honestly I was moreso eyeing that So Scarlett lipcolor over the eyeshadow. I thought the color payoff would be greater than that. Guess I will get the Shadowy Lady quad esp since that color is getting the boot from the line soon. Also, my fav red lip lacquer in Fanplastico is getting the boot as are supposedly the paint tubes. I can't live without Bamboom so this is no laughing matter :( They want to focus more on those awful paint pots instead of the tubes. Whatev to MAC! But thanks so much for the tutorial. Can you do one with the Spiced quad too?! :)
- August 18, 2008 at 3:03 PM
- Devin said...
I am so jealous that you have someone so experienced to mentor you. I am on the same path as you are to become a successful working makeup artist, but it is so much harder here in Houston. The artists that I have reached out to are not so willing to share. I have a photographer who is wonderful, but it seems that everyone is so tight lipped and hold on to the teams that they have created. I just don't how else to break in. Anyway I appreciate all the information you provide and your tutorials! Thanks!
- August 18, 2008 at 3:48 PM
- Tracy said...
It must have been an amazing experience to have learned from an award winner in the make-up industry. How exciting!
- August 18, 2008 at 5:17 PM
- Askmewhats said...
you had a fun weekend! love your stories...I am so proud of you! i watched your YT videos and i love the make up on ya sis!
- August 18, 2008 at 9:55 PM
- mayaari said...
that's so great to hear about shadowing that makeup artist :) I'm so happy for you girl! as always, your makeup is awesome - I'm not usually a fan of yellow eyeshadows, but this look has changed my mind :)
- August 18, 2008 at 10:08 PM
- Nic Nic said...
looking gorgeous with the quad!! you definitely have skills :D
- August 18, 2008 at 11:29 PM
- Roxy said...
that sounds so exciting to shadow another MUA! i really don't know how you find the time to make more video tutorials when your'e sooo busy but i'm grateful cause i love your videos!
- August 19, 2008 at 2:43 AM
- Sharon Rose said...
Hi ren-looking totally gorgeous with this look-you are such a talented gal!!
- August 19, 2008 at 5:21 AM
- PBW said...
I love, love, LOVE the bold lip on you!
While watching the video, husband walked past and asked, "Oh, oh, it's RenRen. We're headed to the MAC store, right?"
Damn right!
- August 19, 2008 at 9:05 AM
- MakeupByRenRen said...
jaimie: i lovee so scarlet!
brown girl gumbo: definitely...finding a mentor is the best experience you can get
poo lette: i miss you! and yup i made those videos, lol
gina: no prob girl! yup i have my machine already...i think i'm going to get a second airbrush, an iwata...we should talk!
monique: yah u can definitely skip out on this quad...of course i'll do a spiced choc tut...it's coming up next!
devin: yah it's kinda hard to break into this business with ppl being all tight lipped...i would still try to send inquiries to get hooked up
tracy: it was awesome!
askmewhats: thanks hon!
mayaari: aww thanks!
nic nic: thanks hon!
roxy: lol its from lack of sleep lol
sharon rose: thanks hon!
pbw: lol that cracks me up...
- August 19, 2008 at 9:31 AM
- Vanessa said...
Lovely look sis! I am loving "So Scarlet"!
- August 19, 2008 at 12:17 PM
- dianatan said...
renren, you're amazing girl im lovin' your tutorials and your "it" pose! will try to copy that on my next fotd.. im so happy for you..
- August 19, 2008 at 3:42 PM
- dianatan said...
you mentioned that your mentor is an emmy award winner.. this is the sign! lol girl, i have been lemming for eve pearl's magic salmon concealer, anti shine and primer. i have read (or maybe watched) that eve pearl is also an emmy winner. i wish you good luck and girl, i wonder how you find time to do videos/tutorials despite of hectic sched of yours
*hands down*
- August 19, 2008 at 3:48 PM
- Product Junkie Diva said...
The colors look great on your Ren.
- August 20, 2008 at 11:44 PM


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Mingo County, W.Va., Sheriff Eugene Crum might be alive today if an existing federal gun control law had worked as it was supposed to.
Crum was shot to death earlier this month, allegedly by Tennis Melvin Maynard, who has been charged with the murder. Maynard's father has said his son is mentally unbalanced.
Mingo County Prosecuting Attorney Michael Sparks said that under federal law, Maynard was not allowed to possess a firearm. A statute prohibits sale of guns and ammunition to some people with histories of mental illness, though Sparks did not specify that as the reason Maynard should not have been able to buy the pistol he allegedly used to kill the sheriff.
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