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KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - When Pvt. Liliana Nunez joined the Army in 2009 with the hopes of being a combat medic, she had one goal in mind: help save the lives of the men and women defending her freedom.
After deploying to Afghanistan with the 25th Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, and 25th Infantry Division earlier this year, the Brownsville, Texas, native, and her fellow medics from the 25th BSB sprang into action providing care to a number of sick and injured soldiers.
But that wasn't enough for the 25th BSB, medics who sought to bring a healthier lifestyle not only to U.S. forces but to Afghan women and children as well.
In order to reach the Afghan women and their children, the 1-25th SBCT medics opened their doors and their minds to start a regularly scheduled Kandahar Regional Military Hospital women's and children's health clinic.
"Our goal is to help train the Afghan National Army midwifes and to help improve the overall health of the Afghan women and children," said Capt. Marilyn Cowles, physician assistant and Anchorage, Alaska, native assigned to the 25th BSB. "We are trying to get them to have faith in their own medical system."
"It's interesting to go out and get a closer view of their culture," Nunez said. "It's something that you would want to do again and again."
Twice a week local villagers gather at a local forward operating base and are shown ways of promoting better health in women and children through a number of hands-on training events.
"It's important educational training that aids in diagnosing and treating injuries," Cowles said.
Once trained, the midwives can better treat things like pregnancies and other overall health issues, according to Cowles.
She said the medical staff, with help from their Bulgarian military counterparts, also began efforts to improving the Afghans' ability to conduct ultrasounds.
"It's a slow going process but it's improving and that's what matters," Cowles said. "[Medical programs] continue to be beneficial to bridging woman's healthcare with their cultural beliefs."
Medical outreach programs dedicated to the Afghan people have become an important part of life in Afghanistan and serve as a reminder that as the war continues so does the growing positive relationship between U.S. and Afghan forces.
"We have established a very good working with Afghan Army's 205 Kandak," said Lt. Col. Barnett Gibbs, physician to the 25th BSB. "We are successfully improving their ability [to take] care of themselves."
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It's like the NSW government cutting the rebate of 8¢ a kWh to energy retailers, as recommended by IPART, and they in turn pass on the cut to customers with solar panels. It's great that governments and bureaucrats can just change the rules retrospectively and expect everyone to jump through more hoops.
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The teachers union looms large in this book, often as an evil force.
For centuries, shamans have used iboga to rid people of evil spirits and heal the sick.
That personal characteristic of turning on a dime to doing good, not evil, is the most important factor in this sentencing.
The evil inclination is saying in this song, 'I'm looked at as this bad guy, but you have power, you have control.
In fact, they are linked by a taut common thread: innocence encountering the face of evil.
Our schools for Education in evil are numerous, and their teachers are legion.
What, it seemed to ask, could all the evil tongues in the world do to poison this joy?
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It is more likely to cause other evil measures, in order that it may not die out.
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Commentary on the Big Lie, Japan's scary finances, from a Catholic private school in India to a nuclear bomb in North Korea, confessions of an economist, Mark Carney on what's next, and a modest proposal reprinted.
Just like governments telling their citizens that crime rates are rising to justify boneheaded crime bills, financial firm apologists have been blaming the mortgage crisis on public policy that encouraged home ownership. Shame.
New York Times -- The Big Lie
So this is how the Big Lie works.
Quote worth quoting.
"The S.E.C.'s facts paint a picture in which it wasn't high-minded government mandates that did [Fannie and Freddie] wrong, but rather the monomaniacal focus of top management on market share."
Washington Post – What Caused the Financial Crisis: The Big Lie Goes Viral
I have a fairly simple approach to investing: Start with data and objective evidence to determine the dominant elements driving the market action right now.
Japan's finances get worse.
Japan Times -- Cabinet crafts record ¥96 trillion budget
The Cabinet of Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda agreed Saturday to submit a record-high ¥96 trillion initial budget for the next fiscal year, highlighting the difficulties of funding quake-reconstruction work and social security while trying to maintain fiscal discipline.
Life works in mysterious ways. Thanks to David of London.
Telegraph -- In part, the Marists of Ireland helped equip the Marxists of North Korea with nuclear weapons
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At the heart of any political movement is a political program for governing – a program that is effectively articulated by its leadership but guided by its proponents – the Liberal Party needs a structural, but more importantly, a cultural rebalancing of its own internal relationships which have become characterized by polarization and mistrust.
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Economics must be a 'moral enterprise' as much as politics claims to be. Economic outcomes need to be framed in terms of right and wrong not just efficiency if only because these often align in surprising ways that are good for society and the economy.
My vision of Canada is that any Canadian child from a family of limited circumstance can expect to have a chance at lifetime of unlimited opportunities.
Free trade is a wonderful thing. Time and time again economists have proven that free trade creates enormous wealth for each country 'on the whole'. Historians have shown that free trade is usually associated with rising political, social and cultural liberty. The perennial problem is that free trade always creates tremendous disruption for thousands even millions of individuals often concentrated in one geography, and where the state is idle, not investing in best in class instruments of social justice, free trade can be a permanent ticket out of the middle class, down, not up.
Tax policy should be founded on the principle of generating steady tax revenues sufficient to maximise environmentally sustainable economic growth in order to fund fair government.
Public policy should be designed to decrease inequality before the law and increase equality of opportunity.
Capitalism is not the problem; the problem is what we do with capitalism.
Content is always more difficult to argue than conspiracy.
Let the state regulate and the market operate (most things).
Welfare strategies are best designed as a hand up, not as a hand out.
Political debate should not be fact free fighting.
Explanation lasts longer than eloquence.
Always favour empowerment over dependency.
The most enduring public figures are embraced for the causes they fought for and not the concept of themselves they hoped others would remember them by.
Find your voice and don't be the echo of somebody else.
It is possible to operate on two different levels: the practical, cautious and conservative; and the realm of ideas, open, free, and radical.


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Hi.... I am seeking a worthwhile art centred charity to support through our art resource website. I support a number of charities in various ways but since developing our art resource website I now realise that I can donate a %age of any profits to a worthwhile charity. I have made some enquiries through the web but realised that FM does have a worldwide reach and there may be one of the talented artists with a specific charity which could do with a little bit of extra support...it may not be too significant in the early stages but in time it may prosper.
Please let me know if you have any suggestions for me to consider.
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That's a really kind effort Gary. I would suggest that you support a local charity foundation for art. This is a better way of doing charity works. Well if there's none, then you can build one. Still, if your local charity foundation already received enough support from others, then you should go and support the less privileged charity foundations in developing countries.
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Marijn wrote at 09/30/2011 03:39 AM: > ``keeping the C code that was ripped out of gnuplot.'' > > which would IIUC be a violation of gnuplot's license. > Below is the "Copyright" file from the version of "gnuplot" included in Debian Stable. I don't know what C code from "gnuplot" is being talked about, and I do not see any in the Racket 5.1.3 source tree. But it does look like "gnuplot" C code is legally a pain in the butt to use, and that would be good reason for people to avoid using it in the future. Note: The "gnu" in "gnuplot" is misleading. It's decidedly not GNU software, and has legal compatibility issues with GNU. There was a big fuss about this a long time ago, probably before some of the programmers on this email list were born. /*[ * Copyright 1986 - 1993, 1998, 2004 Thomas Williams, Colin Kelley * * Permission to use, copy, and distribute this software and its * documentation for any purpose with or without fee is hereby granted, * provided that the above copyright notice appear in all copies and * that both that copyright notice and this permission notice appear * in supporting documentation. * * Permission to modify the software is granted, but not the right to * distribute the complete modified source code. Modifications are to * be distributed as patches to the released version. Permission to * distribute binaries produced by compiling modified sources is granted, * provided you * 1. distribute the corresponding source modifications from the * released version in the form of a patch file along with the binaries, * 2. add special version identification to distinguish your version * in addition to the base release version number, * 3. provide your name and address as the primary contact for the * support of your modified version, and * 4. retain our contact information in regard to use of the base * software. * Permission to distribute the released version of the source code along * with corresponding source modifications in the form of a patch file is * granted with same provisions 2 through 4 for binary distributions. * * This software is provided "as is" without express or implied warranty * to the extent permitted by applicable law. ]*/ -- http://www.neilvandyke.org/
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Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Independence Historical Museum and 9.9 mi (16 km) from Little House on the Prairie. Neodesha United Methodist Church and Neodesha Memorial Library are also within 20 mi (32 km).
Hotel Features
This hotel features a restaurant, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include free newspapers.
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All 68 rooms provide conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, plus free WiFi and plasma TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find premium bedding, free local calls, and ironing boards.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Opens in a new window
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The hotel offers a restaurant. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Independence hotel also offers complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
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QUEENSLAND Liberal Stuart Robert spoke in defence of conservative family values and against recognition of same-sex relationships in a speech that received spontaneous applause on the final day of a national Young Liberals convention yesterday.
Delegates to the conference passed motions opposing a bill of rights, condemning compulsory student services fees and expressing support for the state of Israel.
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Toy collectors know the deal. Friends and relatives aren't going to shop for you because (a) what you want is sometimes hard to find, (b) you probably found it for yourself at some point, and (c) they have no idea which figures you already have, nor do they care, except inasmuch as it humors you. That's why you send them to me. I'm not going to read minds here, and this is not a gift guide full of stuff that I'm giving away – for that, I urge you to check out our mega-mega-massive gift guide giveaway currently running over at Nerdist News.
No, this is a list of stuff I want, or would want if I had the space, which I don't. This may not be an issue for you. At the very least, it should give you some ideas.
If price is no object, I suggest Enterbay's 18″ Heath Ledger Joker figure. With more than 25 points of articulation and a cloth costume, he's bigger than your average Hot Toys figure and more intricate than the typical NECA 18-incher. He's also around four hundred bucks, and if you have that to spare in this economy, squirreling it into savings might not be amiss. But if you want to give it as a gift, you'll earn some collector's undying gratitude.
Cheaper, but just as big, is NECA's quarter-scale City Hunter Predator, the sequel to last year's big vagina-mouthed hunter figure from the first film. If you missed out on that one, or even if you didn't, the Predator 2 version has a new head, color scheme, weapons and armor, and you can probably pick it up for under $100.
In a similar price range, Mattel presents the largest Masters of the Universe figure ever – Granamyr the Dragon King, as seen in the mini-comics and Filmation series. He would stand at about 30 inches if he could stand up, but much like Todd McFarlane's Malebolgia, he's meant to be posed seated. If you want this guy, though, you have to be very specific – and trust me, my fiancee has been given step-by-step details on this one. He'll be up for purchase at Mattycollector.com on December 15th, while supplies last. As a big, expensive item, he should last a day or two, but you CANNOT count on that; this is a long-requested character who has never been made before.
Downscaling a bit, and bringing it back to NECA, we have the Prometheus figures, which are a must-have addition for anybody who collects Aliens, Predators or similar critters. Two versions of the Engineer are available single-carded, but the jewel is the Toys R Us exclusive Engineer versus Trilobite battle set – which does happen to be one of the many items in our massive giveaway. Proto-human versus proto-facehugger, and unlike John Hurt, the big white dude won't go down easily. Speaking of not going down easily, NECA also has a TRU exclusive 2-pack of Rocky Balboa and Apollo Creed in "beaten the shit out of each other" postfight mode. Set that on your desk to remind you that, as stressful as work can be, there are tougher battles.
Wrestling figures have a very specific demographic, but it should be noted that even fans who don't normally collect toys don't mind getting little plastic likenesses of their faves. This season's hot ticket on that score is also a TRU exclusive series – an Elite-style Mattel set based on pay-per-view appearances. The Miz in "Team Johnny" shirt, C.M. Punk with the title belt, camouflage Big Show, and referee Shawn Michaels comprise the series – buy them all to complete a fifth figure, namely Alberto Del Rio's ever-annoying ring announcer Ricardo Rodriguez.
Todd McFarlane's Walking Dead figures have gotten mixed reviews, but while the humans aren't much to write home about, the zombies in series 2 bring some old-school fun with pull-apart features and such. RV Zombie, Well Zombie, and Bicycle Girl would be better at a larger scale, but I still dig 'em at the smaller size. Oh, and… wait for it… they're in our big giveaway, too.
I'd be totally remiss if I didn't put something more girly on the list – folks, if you're buying for a girl geek who isn't totally gender-neutral when it comes to collectibles, Sanrio has Hello Kitty playsets aplenty, and in my unstudied opinion they're significantly better than the Mega Bloks attempts at the same idea. If I can adjust my headspace to counter the fact that these are insanely testosterone-repellant, I do have to admit that sets like the castle and the amusement park are pretty cool if you're into that sort of thing. And hey, after Bronies, isn't about time we saw a movement called "he-Hellos" or something? (If there already is such a movement and I've misnamed it, please accept my apologies and set me straight in comments below.)
Finally, it's not too early to start thinking about next Christmas, especially since the best thing you could possibly give ends its preorders January 4th. Castle MuthaPhukkin' Grayskull – the Barbie Dream House of the space barbarian world – is going to be the coolest toy anyone receives next year, but you need to preorder it now. Yes, I know – some relationships won't last that long. But if you promise your significant other a $250 fortress of mystery and power, there's no way they'll break up with you till they get it. Not that you should bribe them – bribery is wrong. But Grayskull has THE power.


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My sister was looking for a way to save money that would allow her to not only save money on her own, but allow people to contribute to her account. I knew there had to be something like that out there, so I started searching the internet.
I found SmartyPig.
Basically, SmartyPig is the grown up version of a piggy bank. It allows you to save for specific financial goals with a competitive interest rate for free. I'd recommend that you start your visit by clicking the green Learn More button and then watching the video on that page which explains how the site works. Notice the categories that have appeared under "What is SmartyPig" on the left menu. You'll find information on Creating Goals, Reaching Goals Faster, Cash Back Savings, Cash Reward Cards and Retailer Gift Cards.
Next, I'd suggest that you click the FAQ link at the top of the page. You'll then be looking at all the questions you probably have about how SmartyPig works. Whenever you're looking at a service that is going to handle your money, I recommend fully checking it out to look for any hidden fees or finance charges etc. For example, with SmartyPig you'll learn that if you use your savings to contribute to someone else's saving goal that there is a fee of 2.9% – this is fully disclosed in the FAQ, but it is good to know beforehand.
So, in a nutshell how does it work? You register for your free account, create a savings goal, setup when and how much money you want to contribute automatically monthly, and then you start saving money. When you reach your goal, the automatic transfers stop and you can close out your account (transfer the money back to your bank account). You can also or you can opt to get a retail gift card (this would be very helpful if you're saving for electronics, household appliances, or travel) and receive an incentive for doing so. Check out the Retailer Gift Card page for more details on that. They even offer great tutorials to help you get started.
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You already know how Romney in London went. So it should be no shock that when he headed to Israel, this happened:
Mitt Romney told Jewish donors Monday that their culture is part of what has allowed them to be more economically successful than the Palestinians, outraging Palestinian leaders who suggested his comments were racist and out of touch with the realities of the Middle East. His campaign later said his remarks were mischaracterized.
Yes, that's the Romney campaign whining about being taken out of context. Here is what the fuss was about:
"As you come here and you see the GDP per capita, for instance, in Israel which is about $21,000 dollars, and compare that with the GDP per capita just across the areas managed by the Palestinian Authority, which is more like $10,000 per capita, you notice such a dramatically stark difference in economic vitality," the Republican presidential candidate told about 40 wealthy donors who ate breakfast at the luxurious King David Hotel.
And what explains the gap?
Romney said the economic history of the world has shown that "culture makes all the difference."
"And as I come here and I look out over this city and consider the accomplishments of the people of this nation, I recognize the power of at least culture and a few other things," Romney said, citing an innovative business climate, the Jewish history of thriving in difficult circumstances and the "hand of providence."
Romney's argument prompted a swift rebuke from the Palestinian National Authority to Romney (who got his facts wrong: the per-capita GDP gap is 20:1, not 2:1):
"It is a racist statement and this man doesn't realize that the Palestinian economy cannot reach its potential because there is an Israeli occupation," said Saeb Erekat, a senior aide to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
"It seems to me this man lacks information, knowledge, vision and understanding of this region and its people," Erekat added. "He also lacks knowledge about the Israelis themselves. I have not heard any Israeli official speak about cultural superiority."
Indeed, not only do Israelis not make this claim, but one Israeli professor pointed out that Romney's remark could be seen as playing into anti-Semitic stereotypes about Jews and money.
It's true that Israel has logged tremendous achievements, said Abraham Diskin, a political science professor at the Inter-Disciplinary Center outside of Tel Aviv. But "you can understand this remark in several ways," he added. "You can say it's anti-Semitic. `Jews and money.'"
Romney couldn't order a hamburger without insulting the ketchup or the mustard. If not both.
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Avi Avital, The Parker Quartet and More Set for Carnegie Hall, Jan 2014
Carnegie Hall has announced its January 2014 calendar. Details below!
Wednesday, January 9 at 8:00 p.m.
(Paul Hall, The Juilliard School)
In a free concert at The Juilliard School's Paul Hall, Ensemble ACJW, performs Ligeti's Ten Pieces for Wind Quintet; Debussy's Sonata for Flute, Viola, and Harp; Scriabin's Andante from Piano Sonata No. 4, Op. 30; and Fauré's Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15.
Monday, January 13 to Thursday, January 16
(Zankel Hall and Weill Recital Hall)
In celebration of renowned mezzo-soprano Marilyn Horne's 80th birthday, Carnegie Hall's Weill Music Institute presents The Song Continues, an annual celebration of the art of the vocal recital. Events include:
Two recitals in Weill Recital Hall, the first featuring mezzo-soprano Cecelia Hall (pictured at right) and pianist Ken Nodaon Monday, January 13 at 5:30 p.m., and baritone Joseph Lim on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:30 p.m.
Three public master classes led by Marilyn Horne onMonday, January 13 at 7:30 p.m., pianist Martin Katz onTuesday, January 14 at 7:30 p.m. in Weill Recital Hall, and mezzo-soprano Christa Ludwig (pictured at right) onWednesday, January 15 at 7:30 p.m. in Zankel Hall.
An all-star culminating concert in Zankel Hall on Thursday, January 16 at 7:30 p.m., featuring hosts Samuel Ramey andFrederica von Stade, with performances by vocalistBarbara Cook, sopranos Renée Fleming and Brenda Rae, mezzo-sopranos Jamie Barton and Isabel Leonard, countertenor David Daniels, tenor Piotr Beczala, baritoneLester Lynch, and pianists Martin Katz and Warren Jones.
Friday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m.
(Weill Recital Hall)
Mandolin player Avi Avital (pictured at right), swiftly earning acclaim for creating a fresh legacy for his instrument, is joined in concert by harpist Sivan Magen and the Enso String Quartet, for a program featuring works by J.S. Bach, Ernest Bloch, Yasuo Kuwahara, and Manuel De Falla, plus the New York premiere of David Bruce'sCymbeline.


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Engineering Division
The Engineering Division is responsible for overseeing various capital improvement projects (street resurfacing and reconstruction, underground utility replacement and rehabilitation) undertaken by the Village, and also for coordination with capital improvement projects performed by other county and state agencies.
A Citizen's Guide for Stormwater Runoff and Pollution Prevention
Stormwater runoff occurs when precipitation from rain or snowmelt flows over the ground. Impervious surfaces like driveways, sidewalks, and streets prevent stormwater from naturally soaking into the ground. Stormwater can pick up debris, chemicals, dirt, and other pollutants and flow into a storm sewer system or directly to a lake, stream, river, wetland, or coastal water. Anything that enters a storm sewer system is discharged untreated into the waterbodies where aquatic habitats live and that people use for swimming, fishing, and providing drinking water.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Tips
By practicing these healthy household habits, homeowners can help keep pollutants off of the ground and out of stormwater;
Adopt these healthy household habits and help protect our waterways!
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Parkway Landscaping and Mailbox Regulations
Maintenance of the parkway area, defined as that area adjacent to any lot or parcel, between the property line and any street shoulder or curb is the responsibility of the property owner.
Mailboxes and structures should be maintained to ensure compliance with Village and U.S. Postal Service requirements.
Remember to follow the installation requirements if you install your own mailbox. Additional information can be found in Title XV Land Usage, Section 155 Subdivision Regulations Section 155.032 Parkway Landscaping and Mailbox Structures.
For more information, contact Public Works at (847) 515-5222.
What Can You Do if Your Mailbox is Damaged During Snow Removal?
The Village will replace damaged mailboxes with standard issue boxes provided that the original mailbox was placed in compliance with Village Regulations and was actually hit by the plow truck. If your box or post was damaged, please contact Public Works and Engineering at (847) 515-5222 to report the damage. Two replacement options are available:
1. The Village will replace your box, post, or both, depending on the damage, with a standard product. This consists of a standard metal mailbox and wooden 4'x4' post. You do have the option to have a more expensive model installed by the Village, but you must pay any cost above the $45.00 maximum allotted by the Village. This $45.00 consists of $25.00 for the mailbox and $20.00 for the post. If you decide to purchase your own mailbox and have the Village install it, you must call the Public Works and Engineering Department at 847-515-5222 to set up an appointment.
2. You may replace the box yourself and allow the Village to reimburse you for the cost of the replacement. With this option you must, again, stay within the $45.00 allotted by the Village ($25.00 for the mailbox and $20.00 for the post). You can also install a more expensive mailbox and post, but you will be reimbursed a maximum of $45.00.
For more information, contact Public Works and Engineering at (847) 515-5222.
Stormwater Management Program & the Purpose
of Ponds
The purpose of the ponds constructed in new subdivisions is for stormwater management. For the past ten years, more and more emphasis has been placed on "multi-objective" use of stormwater management facilities. The days of the sterile/dry detention basin are over. Water quality, variety of vegetation, erosion control, recreation, and wildlife habitat have all become objectives of stormwater management facilities.
When neighborhoods and subdivisions are officially accepted, detention ponds typically become the property of the homeowner's association. Private citizens are not allowed to landscape or place structures (such as benches) adjacent to these ponds. If you live in an area that backs up to a detention pond, it is especially important for you to know all the rules and regulations related to this type of stormwater management facility.
Please click on the PDF file below to learn more about ponds and stormwater management in Huntley. Stormwater Management & the Purpose of Ponds
Watering Restrictions
A color-coded, four-tiered water conservation program was adopted to help residents quickly identify the status of our community water system. Signs are posted throughout the Village displaying the color and water restriction conditions. Hand watering is permitted for watering of flowers, plants, car washing, etc.
To find out more information regarding the color-coded system:
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2016 - 2017 Snow Removal Plan
Comprehensive Water and Wastewater Systems Master Plan June 2015
2016 Water Quality Report
2015 Water Quality Report
2014 Water Quality Report
2013 Water Quality Report
2012 Water Quality Report
2011 Water Quality Report
2010 Water Quality Report
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2007 Water Quality Report
2006 Water Quality Report
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2004 Water Quality Report
2017 Water & Sewer Tap On Fees
MS4 Annual Facility Inspection Report
Notice of Intent
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2002 Cross-connection Control Policy Manual
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I believe that being young and athletic in a variety of sports are aides in picking up surfing if the proper attitude and desire are there. What I sometimes see in young folks though is the defeatist mindset that if you can't be perfect or a star from the start, then there's no use trying. Some don't seem to understand the value of persistence, and that the pros had to be extremely dedicated and work very hard to reach the level they're at. Even they make mistakes and must practice.
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Thread: Surfing vs Team Sports
Oct 9, 2013, 04:08 AM #31
Oct 9, 2013, 04:14 AM #32
Oct 9, 2013, 04:45 AM #33
Surfing for the first time, one gets hooked or not. Whether one does good or not doesn't matter. It's about having a great time, big or small. The whole martial art thing is great because it teaches balance n body awareness, plus ya get to kick Azz. Why ya see all thee surf camps having yoga, tai chi n such. Body awareness is a big thing in surfing. Kids should be able to choose their sport. Not the darn parents. I get tired of seeing this weekly. Athletic or not doesn't matter, except for paddling. What matters is about have a good time with like minded people. It's good your g kid did well n I hope ya told him that as well as the other g kids. Keep showing them some fun n ride on.
Oct 9, 2013, 11:03 AM #34
Oct 9, 2013, 11:30 AM #35
Everyone is very talented at the highest levels of anything. Elite talent alone won't even get you a seat at the big table; it is so much more than that. The apex predator, or champion, is the one who stops at nothing to reach the pinnacle. You don't stumble upon greatness. You leave everything else behind and tread the path until you get there. Once you're at the top, staying there is just as hard, if not harder than the road to getting there to begin with.
Oct 9, 2013, 02:50 PM #36Senior Member
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Thanks for so many thought provoking replys. Definitions aside, I suggest that many folks here surf mostly for the sheer joy of it rather than for some form of recognition. I do enjoy it when I do well and someone is watching but that is not what keeps me going back for more. I agree with several who say that there is a different type of personality that takes satisfaction from just being in the ocean surfing whether one does well or barely stands up. I think it is an unusual personality that is willing to go out in cold or rough conditions and let out a victory yell after making a nice drop that no one was around to see or aplaud.
Oct 9, 2013, 04:23 PM #37
I grew up playing team sports and surfing as a kid, and played rugby in college. As an old man, I still play pick up basketball. The one constant has been surfing though, as I never got sick of it. Just as stoked in my 40s as I was in my teens. I always enjoyed, and still do, being part of a team with one singular goal, but I also love that I can go surf by myself and have a blast.
As for the physical aspect, surfing definitely is a workout. I don't care if it is a sport or not, but I'd hate to see what kind of shape I'd be in if I didn't surf.
As for the mental, I truly think it is the only thing that keeps me sane. Surfing allows me to cut though all the clutter and chaos, prioritize what's important, and be grateful.


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Service Projects 2011 - 2012
Veterans Transport Van
When the local veterans transport van was totaled in an accident, Soroptimist's helped to fund a replacement van. The van is used to transport veterans from the local VA medical clinic to the medical facility in White City. The van makes the trip from Klamath Falls to White City daily. The new van with a lower profile, makes transportion easier for our veterans. Soroptimist's honor our local vaterans.
Service Awards Luncheon
At a recent luncheon Soroptimist's celebrated the donation of over $29,000.00 to local non-profits, scholarships and schools. Soroptimist's strive to support local organizations that promote the welfare of women and children in our community. This year Soroptimist's donated to over 30 projects and individuals in Klamath County.
Back row: Steve Tippin: Klamath Community College, Rene Ferguson: Klamath Community College, Marcia Hale: Camp Evergreen, Emily Shield: The Hope Center, Kim McArthur: Marta's House, Ken Morton: Cares
Second row: Meridith Lang: Camp Evergreen, Holly Stork: SMART Reading, Carolyn Azevedo: Women's Crisis Center, Amy Boivin: Klamath Youth Development/Healthy Start
Front row: Sophia Rey and Shaw Stork with SMART Reading
Not Pictured: Nancy Kandra and Mary Reese : Klamath/Lake County Food Bank
Community Baby Shower
Soroptimist, working with Klamath Youth Development Center hosted a Community Baby Shower to help welcome and provide for the newest members of our community. Helped by local donors and knitters, we provide disposable diapers, baby oil, shampoo or powder, t-shirts, onesies and socks, receiving blankets, quilts and other necessities.
Too often, the joy that should accompany the birth of a new baby is marred by poverty. Soroptimist's attempt to bridge the gap between what is available and what is needed.
Food Boxes
During the Christmas season and at the school season spring break, Soroptimist's purchase and pack food boxes at the Klamath Lake Food Bank. Research shows that those children receiving meals at school go with very little or without nutritious food when not in school. These boxes are intended to help supplement the family food supply during these holidays. Soroptimist purchased and packed 84 boxes to be distributed by the Food Bank.
Service Projects 2010 - 2011
Community Baby Shower
Soroptimist, working with Klamath Youth Development Center, are hosting a Community Baby Shower to help welcome and provide for the newest members of our community. Saturday, April 23, 2011 from 11:00 to 1:00pm at the Community Lounge, 200 North 7th Street.
Too often, the joy that should accompany the birth of a new baby is marred by poverty, domestic violence or abuse. For these babies, there may not be a welcoming celebration, baby shower or even resources to meet the new baby's basic needs. Suggested Donations: disposable diapers (all sizes), baby oil, shampoo or powder, t-shirts, onesies and socks, receiving blankets and quilts, baby wipes and pacifiers, bottles, knitted booties and hats, clothing, sizes newborn to 3T, pajamas and formulas.
Award Winners
2011 Awards Banquet
During the annual awards luncheon, Soroptimist International of Klamath Falls presented community members with the Ruby, Violet Richardson and Woman's Opportunity Award.
From left to right:
Soroptimist Member Judy Phearson: Chairman of Ruby Award Committee
Soroptimist Member Linda Davenport: Chairman of Violet Richardson Award
Trudy Novak: Winner of the Ruby Award
Amand Krueger: First place winner of Violet Richardson Award
LaBeads Yahwee: Second place winner of Woman's Opportunity Award
Amanda Dittmeyer: First place winner of Woman's Opportunity Award
Kelsie Quick: Second place winner Violet Richardson Award
Soroptimist Member Nancy Dey: Chairman of Woman's Opportunity Award
Food Bank
|Food Bank Thank You
President Judy Brosterhous and Niki Sampson
Ni?ki Sampson from the Klamath Lake Food Bank was the guest speaker at the March 16 meeting. Niki came with a big THANK YOU for the donations made by the local Soroptimist Club. These donations included: Ten-ton food sponsor at the Safeway Food Drive in November 2010, "Wishes Come True" donor that helps families enduring devastating life situations, Christmas and Spring Food box drive for children of low income families. 20,000 people have used these programs as the Food Bank distributes 1.5 million pounds of food to 70 vital non-profit programs.
Service Agency Funding
Soroptimist International of Klamath Falls announces the following agencies will receive funding through the Service Committee Budget of 2010 to 2011:
Camp Evergreen - A youth bereavement camp held annually every summer.
Klamath Crisis Center - Their mission is to strive to ensure that every person can have the basic human right to live in safety.
OIT Scholarship Fund
Klamath Community College Scholarship Fund
Klamath/Lake County Food Bank - Addressing hunger by providing food through the emergency food assistance programs.
Norma's Challenge - a golf tournament to benefit breast cancer awareness in the Klamath Basin.
SMART Reading Program - Start Making A Reader Today recruits thousands of volunteers to read one-on-one with K-3 children in need of literacy support.
Miss Klamath County Scholarship Pagent
Miss City of Sunshine Scholarship Pagent
Wiard Park
The Children's Museum - A museum without walls, bringing exhibits to kids and teens in the community.
CASA - Advocates on behalf of abused and neglected children.
Girl Scouts - Girl Scouts building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Hope Center
CARES - Dedicated to providing safe, comprehensive, objective medical assessments, and to raising awareness about child abuse through coordinated, collaborative educational programs.
Women's Opportunity Award - This award aids women seeking to improve their economic status by gaining additional skills, training and education.
Ruby Award - This award honors women who through their professional or personal efforts are making extraordinary differences in the lives of women and girls.
Violet Richardson Award - This award recognizes and honors young women between the ages of 14 and 17 who make the community and world a better place through volunteer efforts.


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Will the Kim Jong Il Funeral Help Sell American Cars?
To some Western observers the funeral procession for the late North Korean leader Kim Jong Il may have looked a bit like a product placement for Ford Motor Co.'s Lincoln luxury-car division — circa 1975.
Some of the imposing black cars taking part in the funeral parade looked like they could have been extras in episodes of the original "Hawaii Five-O" or "Barnaby Jones," two hit 1970s shows for which Ford supplied vehicles.
A vintage Lincoln from the mid-1970s, what some consider among the Cold War's chilliest times, carried Kim's flag-draped casket and another had a giant portrait of the leader on its roof. A third car carried a wreath.
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In many of the classes of 8.01 and 8.02 we will ask questions that you respond to by using a radio frequency device sold by Turning Technologies. Your responses will provide us with instant feedback on our teaching of the material in the day's lesson and will also contribute to the portion of your course grade (7%) that is for class participation.
We ask you to purchase one of these devices; they are on sale at the Coop for $41.50. The device will be used in both 8.01 and 8.02 and will probably be used in other courses at MIT. The Coop also expects to operate a market for used Turning Point devices, similar to what it does for used textbooks. This link is to a PDF file with more information about the response devices.
Each device has a unique serial number that identifies the device to our RF receiver. As soon as you have purchased your device, we ask you to report the ID number of your device to us. Please do so by clicking this link.
If you would like to check whether we have correctly registered your device's serial number, follow this link. (It may take a day to be updated after you register your device.)
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This stratum predominantly determines the picture of the Islamic world religion in Western perception, A hostile image is directed internationally against Islamism or Islamic fundamentalism which is justified if it is exact in what it observes and if it focuses on a violence-orientated ideology of political combat under the guise of Islam. This precision however, is often not observed, and, as a result, the concept of a hostile force disappears in a cloud of Islamophobia in which the dividing lines between Islamism and Islam are blurred.
In the interest of a precision of perception the main features of this militant political Islamis, which is not identical with "fundamentalism", must be mentioned. These are:-
- in political terms: the seizure of power by means of religious slogans: the struggle for the "Islamic state" under the slogan of divine sovereignty and in hostility towards political systems which are based on secular sovereignty (peoples sovereignty), such as democracy:
- In legal terms: the enforcement of the sharia, of divine law, which tolerates no secular power alongside it:
- in religious terms: limitation to the fundamental sources of religion, to the non-interpretable revelation, to the literal understanding of the Koran and the Hadith, and to an integralistic understanding of religion, according to which Islam represents a perfect system which regulates all matters relating to mankind and society;
- in historical terms: retrogressive utopia; reference to a transfigured early Islam from the age of the Prophet and to the first Islamic community, which was both a denomination and state; condemnation of all further development from this state of affairs as "Jahiliyya" as a relapse into "heathen ignorance"
- in terms of civilizational categorisation: vehement rejection of non-Islamic influences, especially of the cultural modernity of Western civilisation; self-absorbed limitation to ones own civilizational area with the claim to its universal expansion;
- in terms of method: combatant, if need be, violent realisation of ones own idea with recourse to the Jihad conception of Islam.
The disintegration of the Soviet Union coincided with events which turned attention to Islamic dangers: terrorism in Algeria and Egypt, an Islamic regime in Sudan since 1989, the victory of Islamic parties in the parliamentary and local government elections in Western-orientated countries, such as Jordan and Turkey, and the self-laceration of Afghanistan. This perception was most strongly reinforced inside the CIS by the power struggles in Tadzhistan in 1922. In Russian as well as Western media, a heterogeneous militant opposition against a militant regime was equated with "fundamentalist rebels". Complex conflicts were simplistically categorised in the ideological scheme as "Islamism versus Communism".
All Muslim CIS states have constitutions which are orientated to the secular nation-state, and political elites which are certainly not orientated to the "Islamic state". Even among the broad mass of the population there is no sign of an option for a polity whose state, social, economic and cultural system should be based on Islamic foundations and on the norms of the Sharia. The claim by Bassam Tibi that this polity currently corresponded worldwide to the political option of a majority of Muslims certainly does not apply to the CIS region, not even to Tadzhikistan.
As regards radical Islamism, most experts on Islam view its proliferation in the CIS as improbably at the present time. At most an "enclave Islamisation" could be observed in the early Nineties in narrow local dimensions, Islamic movements in the Fergana region and elsewhere whose ideological character was diffuse and which, in the meantime, have by and large been crushed by state repression. Various elements came together here: opposition to the Soviet and post-Soviet power elite described as hostile to Islam, complaints about the moral state of society, on Jahiliyaa, the heathen ignorance, a cliché of fundamentalism. The demands forwarded by such movements for societal frame work conditions for an Islamic rebirth are often confused with the demands for an "Islamic republic" e.g. Iran. The attempt of a pan-Islamist integration of Soviet Muslims by the union-wide Islamic Party of Rebirth failed: the party dissolved itself with the Soviet Union into regional - national branches, which, with the exception of Tadzhikistan, did not play a significant role at individual state level.
The expansion of Islamism in the CIS is confronted with cultural and political barriers in the form of the manifold differences between Islam in Russia, in the Caucasus and in Central Asia and the religious conditions in Iran and in Arab countries as well as in the results of Sovietisation and secularisation, in the ethno-cultural characteristics of the former Soviet Muslim peoples, and in the political constellations of power in the Soviet successor states.
Of these barriers, those most frequently cited by Russian and Western experts on this region and by Islam researchers and their colleagues from the Central Asian states are the deep roots of popular Islam and of Sufism, the deprivation of the Muslims by force of the written foundations of religion in the Soviet era, but also the limited degree of Islamisation in a number of Muslim regions in the pre-Soviet period. Features which are constitutive for Islamic fundamentalism in the Near East, such as the hostility towards Western civilization and enmity towards Israel, exist to differing degrees among the ex-Soviet Muslims. Anti-semitic currents are more widespread in Russia than in the Muslim regions of the CIS. The same probably applies to hostility towards Western civilization. However, the question of the extent to which Islamic movements will act as militant political players will not be decided merely on the basis of the cultural dispositions of individual regions and people vis-ŕ-vis Islam and its fundamentalist variant. Social and political crises create favourable conditions for a growing popularity of preachers of salvation. During the analysis of Islamism in the Middle East this context became apparent as did the inability of nation-states and regimes there to cope with crisis. Western studies of Islamism confirm: "Lack of political freedom, poverty, poor prospects for the future, and feelings of inferiority encourage fundamentalist concepts of the world. They provide simple answers to difficult question."
In the CIS too, there is a need for simple answers to difficult question. Allowing for everything said about the very limited evidence of "Islamic fundamentalism" in this region it must be conceded that the efficacy of a political Islamism also depends in this context on the success of failure of post-Soviet political models. In the Middle East, the Islamism which had already received its theoretical foundation in the Twenties and Thirties, first became virulent among the masses in the second half of the century. In this sense, it is also impossible to sound a definitive all-clear yet for the CIS regarding the often claimed "fundamentalist danger".
Iran, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have been identified as Islamic players in those Central Asian and Caucasian which are now independent. The West expected particularly negative ideological emissions from Iran, which has, however, turned out to be an astonishingly pragmatic player in the regions concerned and which has given economic and security policy interests priority over religious missions. Saudi Arabia and a number of other Arab states have been more missionary in this respect. It is worth bearing in mind, however, that countries such as Kazakhstan and Kirghizistan became spheres of activity for missionaries from all possible denominations and sects and that they were by far not only subject to Islamic influence.
The "Afghanistan" of the region is often cited as the main threat to regional stability. Attention focuses here on the development in Tadzikistan. However, what does Afghanistan stand for in this context: for the "Islamic state" which the country has officially called itself since 1992 or for the non-state, for anomy and for the disintegration or statehood? Is it Islam which threatens from Afghanistan or the fact that neither Islam nor the secular nations have been able to hold this sorely afflicted country together? The fact that indoctrinated teenagers calling themselves "Taliban" (religious pupils) participate in the Afghan chaos with Islamic slogans and are said to be munitioned by Pakistan and that ordinary power struggle between tribal and ethnic factions of the Afghan civil war are presented as a "holy war" does not allow the reduction of the Afghan tragedy to Islamic fundamentalism. It is certain, however, that the development in Tadzhistan and the tragedy in Afghanistan extend far beyond the frame of regional conflicts and that they deserve international attention. Through its involvement in the Afghan tragedy in the days when a proxy war was being waged in the Hindu Kush as part of the bipolar international order the west shares responsibility for the preservation of stability in Central Asia.


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The National Organization for Marriage is trying its best to rally support for its "March for Marriage" on March 26, which will have a full slate of religious anti-gay speakers. The group is even trying to pretend that inviting people is the same as having people attend to make it look like they have more support. But now it seems that NOM has a particularly despicable partner for the March, Southern Baptist pastor Wiley Drake, who regularly prays for people's death, including President Obama.
National Organization for Marriage Proudly Partners With Pastor Who Prayed For President's Death
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The location is on a main road not far from the Dnieper River and the Paton bridge, two major land marks in Kiev that help foreign business travellers find the the hotel. The service was excellent. The restaurant is reliably high quality. The rooms are excellent in size, cleanliness and amenities. The park adjoining the hotel is a perfect place for a walk. The price is not cheap but the hotel is worth the slightly higher price.
Everythingb Nothing
New building? Worst stay ever. They over charged me for everything. And didn't honor change of dates since I missed my flight. I lost my reservation and the young ladies at the reception asked and held a deposit of $80USD. They were friendly and professional but not in my favor. Also, the hotel feels too lonely as it is too far from everything. You will need a taxi to go anywhere. And after all this I left after staying there only one day.
Nice and clean fairly brand name Room was freezing- hotel shuttle not operational at night


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899 Deer Oak Run, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
About the Listing
Nestled at end of a quiet cul-de-sac. One owner, lovingly cared for home with updates. Large deck overlooks a magical wooded garden and stone terrace. Walk/bike to village. Sought after Mahtomedi Schools.
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Property Details for 899 Deer Oak Run, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3 Full | 1 Three-Qtr
Lot Size: 0.24 Acres
Lot Dimensions: W83x114x86x134
Year Built: 1997
Garage Dimensions: 3 car
Garage: Attached Garage
Style: (SF) Two Stories
Water: City Water/Connected
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Square Feet: 3392
Above Ground Sq Ft: 2492
Below Ground Sq Ft: 900 (approx)
Room Information for 899 Deer Oak Run, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
Main Floor
Living Room: 12x12
Dining Room: 14x12
Family Room: 25x15
Kitchen: 12x11
Bedroom 4: 12x10
Informal Dining Room: 14x8
Upper Floor
Bedroom 1: 14x13
Bedroom 2: 12x11
Bedroom 3: 12x12
Lower Floor
Amusement Room: 31x14
Office: 15x14
Dining Room Description: Informal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Living/Dining Room
Family Room Characteristics: Main Level, Lower Level, Great Room
School Information for 899 Deer Oak Run, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
School District: Mahtomedi
School District Phone: 651-407-2001
Interior Features for 899 Deer Oak Run, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Furnace Humidifier
Air Cond: Central
Heating: Forced Air
Fireplaces: Yes
Basement: (900 sq Finished) Walkout, Full, Finished (Livable), Sump Pump, Day/Lookout Windows
Exterior Features for 899 Deer Oak Run, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
Lot Dimensions: W83x114x86x134
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Zoning: Residential-Single
Financial Considerations for 899 Deer Oak Run, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
Tax Amount: $5,445
Taxes w/Assessments: $5,448
Tax/Property ID: 2003021440063
Tax Year: 2017
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by Bruce Adams Before hearing God sometime back in 1996, I believed my life was pretty much like most others in this world. I was a father, a husband and a businessman. Many would say I was living the American dream: Living in Florida with a loving family, a beautiful home on the water, complete [Read More…]
The Calling
Episode 2: Why Now?
Well, what other time is there? [Read more…]
Episode 3: Bugs!
Taking up his divine mandate, Bruce is seeking answers. He finds some from an unexpected quarter in his local park. Steve, seeking guidance concerning Bruce, gets some when he hears Bruce's tale. Thus our characters unite with the realization that there is no separation in creation. [Read more…]
Episode #4: Down at Daddy Dee's
The (not so) big Hollywood production company heads to Florida to see for themselves whether Bruce Adams is a Prophet or a Madman. Lots of the folks from Bruce's place of employment, Daddy Dee's Ice Cream Parlor in Fort Myers, Florida, give their opinions as well. Bruce sums it all up with a little cosmology [Read More…]
Episode 5: Hollywood Comes to the Emerald City
We tag along as Bruce accepts an invitation to speak at a church in Tampa. Hollywood comes to the Emerald City, as Donna Jean said, among a great many other wonderful things. You gotta get a load of this lady, the Annie Oakley of higher consciousness, or is it Ellen DeGeneres…or Dolly Parton… [Read more…]
Episode 6: Talk, Bruce
About time we heard from the man himself, eh? Alright, then, just when you thought you'd heard it all, Bruce regales us with his recollection of the time and place he first heard God speak to him. We're at the ice skating rink in Nokomis, Florida. Where else? Oh yeah, the ice skating rink is [Read More…]
Episode 7: Talk, Bruce 2
Bruce recounts how he learned to see with his spiritual eyes, reconnect with people, understand the Bible and re-write his book, "Prophet or Madman." All he asks for is understanding and guidance. Isn't that all any of us really needs? Isn't that what the Beatles said? (Oh, yeah, that's not really them at the end. [Read More…]
Episode #8: Family, Friends, Fun, Fla.
An ex-wife, a son, a physicist, a retired N.Y.P.D. detective and even Bruce's own minister all give us their take on Bruce Adams and his message. We think you'll like it, but we know what we're doing should be going on in every home. Who says? The N.Y.P.D., that's who. [Read more…]
Episode 9: Rollin' With the Rev. Nick
How about the testimony of an Oxford-educated theologian to add some credibility to our cause? Like Saint Paul on the road to Damascus, like the Buddha under his Boddhi tree, like countless others who have had a transformational mystical experience, Bruce is onto something special. So says the good reverend Nicholas Griffin. [Read more…]
Episode 10: The Prophet at Home
Is he a renter or an owner? Is he having a garage sale? No matter, it's a casual weekend morning, Bruce greets us poolside in his Sunday-go-to-meeting best and lets fly with some pretty deep stuff, i.e.: "All you've got to do to get to heaven is (drum roll, please…) BE LOVED." [Read more…]


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