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British Phonographic Industry
British Phonographic Industry | |
Abbreviation | BPI |
Formation | 1973 |
Legal status | Non-profit company |
Purpose/focus | Music industry in the United Kingdom |
Location | Riverside Building, County Hall, Lambeth, SE1 7JA |
Region served | United Kingdom |
Membership | British music companies |
Chief Executive | Geoff Taylor |
Main organ | BPI Council (Chairman - Tony Wadsworth) |
Website | Official website |
The British Phonographic Industry (BPI) is the British record industry's trade association.
Its membership comprises hundreds of music companies including all three "major" record companies (Warner Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Universal Music Group), associate members such as manufacturers and distributors, and hundreds of independent music companies representing thousands of labels.[citation needed]
It has represented the interests of British record companies since being formally incorporated in 1973 when the principal aim was to fight copyright infringement.
It founded the annual BRIT Awards for the British music industry, as well as the Mercury Prize for the Album of the Year. In September 2008, BPI became one of the founding members of UK Music, an umbrella organisation representing the interests of all parts of the industry.[1]
The BRIT Trust[edit]
The charitable arm of the BPI (British Phonographic Industry), the trust was conceived in 1989 by a collection of leading music industry individuals with a mission to give young people a chance to express their musical creativity regardless of race, class, sex or ability. The BRIT Trust is the only music charity actively supporting all types of education across the entire spectrum of music. Through the projects it supports, which include Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy and The BRIT School, the Trust offers young people the opportunity to enhance their lives through music.
The BRIT School[edit]
Opened in September 1991, The BRIT School is a joint venture between and The BRIT Trust and the Department for Education and Skills (DfES). Based at Selhurst in Croydon, the school is the only non fee-paying performing arts school in the UK. It teaches 750 students each year from 14–19 years in music, dance, drama, musical theatre, production, media and art & design. Students are from completely diverse backgrounds and are not required to stick to their own discipline; dancers learn songwriting, pianists can learn photography. Nor do students have to work/perform in the evening to pay for the tuition; all they have to do is show their determination to succeed in the competitive creative industries.
Sales certificates[edit]
The British Phonographic Industry awards certificates for music releases in Britain. The level of the award varies depending on the format of the release and the amount sold. BPI certificates are not automatic; the record company must pay a fee to the BPI and they carry out an audit into the release in question. Certificates are awarded on the basis of the amount of units the release has shipped to retailers, rather than the amount it has sold.
Format | Status[2] | ||
Silver | Gold | Platinum | |
Album | [nb 1] | 60,000[nb 1] | 100,000[nb 1] | 300,000
Single | [nb 2] | 200,000[nb 2] | 400,000[nb 2] | 600,000
Music DVD | — | 25,000 | 50,000 |
BPI council[edit]
- Geoff Taylor – Chief Executive Officer
- Tony Wadsworth – BPI Chairman, EMI Recorded Music UK & Ireland
- Mike Batt – BPI Deputy Chairman, Dramatico Entertainment
- Kiaron Whitehead, General Counsel, BPI
- Scott Cohen – The Orchard (Co-opted)
- John Craig – First Night Records
- Nick Gatfield – EMI Records
- Ian Grenfell – SimplyRed.com (Co-opted)
- David Joseph – Universal Music UK
- Max Lousada – Atlantic Records UK
- Harry Maloney – The Independent Record Company
- Korda Marshall – Infectious Music
- Emma Pike – Sony Music UK
- John Reid – Warner Music International
- Michael Smith – Sony BMG Music Entertainment
- Adrian Sear – Demon Music Group/2entertain
- Peter Stack – Union Square Records
Source: BPI[7]
Similar organisations[edit]
- ARIA, Australian Recording Industry Association, is the Australian industry association.
- FACT, the Federation Against Copyright Theft, is the UK anti-copyright infringement organisation for the motion picture industry.
- IFPI, the International Federation of Phonogram and Videogram Producers is the worldwide music industry group.
- RIAA, the Recording Industry Association of America, is the United States' music industry association.
See also[edit]
- ^ a b c The number of sales required to qualify for Platinum, Gold and Silver discs was changed to the current thresholds of Platinum (300,000 units), Gold (100,000 units) and Silver (60,000 units) in 1979 for albums above a minimum RRP. Below the minimum RRP the threshold are doubled. Prior to this the thresholds were based on monetary revenue: Platinum (£1,000,000), Gold (£150,000 from April 1973 to September 1974, £250,000 from September 1974 to January 1977, and £300,000 from 1977 until 1979) and Silver (£75,000 from April 1973 to January 1975, £100,000 from January 1975 to January 1977, and £150,000 from 1977 until 1979).[3]
- ^ a b c The number of sales required to qualify for Platinum, Gold and Silver discs was dropped for singles released after 1 January 1989 to the current thresholds of Silver (200,000 units), Gold (400,000 units), and Platinum (600,000 units). Prior to this the thresholds were Silver (250,000 units), Gold (500,000 units), and Platinum (1,000,000 units).[4][5][6]
- ^ "UK Music Launch". www.ukmusic.org. 26 September 2008. Retrieved 21 February 2009.[dead link]
- ^ "Certified Awards Search". British Phonographic Industry.
- ^ "Certified Awards – A Timeline" (PDF). British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 1 December 2010.
- ^ Gallup (4 February 1989). "The Top of the Pops Chart" (PDF). Record Mirror: 4. Retrieved 16 July 2010.
- ^ "Certified Awards". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 7 June 2010.
- ^ "International Certification Award levels" (PDF). International Federation of the Phonographic Industry. March 2010. p. 7. Retrieved 7 June 2010.
- ^ " Council members". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 25 June 2010.
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Good clean rooms and friendly staff . Was a good location for the motor race trackPatiesa Hotels.com viesa atsauksme
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I enjoyed my stay. The staff was very helpful from the time I walked in. I would definitely stay here again!!!Patiesa Hotels.com viesa atsauksme
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New hotel, but pretty plain. Didn't try the continental breakfast. Right next door to Nellis (one block). Room had fridge, hot plate, micro, but no dishes. Wifi worked. Good, clean room, FIRM bed and basic furniture.Patiesa Hotels.com viesa atsauksme
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The hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. I could hear the noisy people in the room above us walking around, which was the only complaint I had about my stay. Continental breakfast was enough variety of food for a good start to our day. We had a great stay for a reasonable price!Patiesa Hotels.com viesa atsauksme
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I've stayed in a few hotels that regretted after just one night. But this hotel was great in general the rooms were clean & fully functional & the young lady that checked us in was so friendly & welcoming. Thank you for the great stay.Patiesa Expedia viesa atsauksme
"Good value"
Hotel room was well priced, had a fridge, microwelle and a quiet air conditioner. I was not to happy about the pull out sofa and having to go to reception to get the bedding. But overall good value for my $$ - Would stay there again.Patiesa Hotels.com viesa atsauksme
"Excellent Value for money"
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"Everything as expected."
Fair price.Operator offered exactly what it is.Refrigerator, micrlowave.wi fi.Parking .except the shower,is really bad.you can spend most time of usual to take your shower...water is almost leaking on you...11 miles away from the strip...drive to funPatiesa Hotels.com viesa atsauksme
"Very impressed for the price"
Overall we were very glad we chose to stay at HoJo. The hotel room was nice and free breakfast was a big plus for the price you pay. Good location as we were driving through to California. Highly recommend for someone on a budget and needing a decent place to stay.Patiesa Hotels.com viesa atsauksme
This was the best!Patiesa Hotels.com viesa atsauksme
"bed too small"
The room had only 1 double bed. Front desk told us all rooms have same size bed. As typical americans my wife and I have a hard time sharing such a small bed... Room size would have accomodated a queen without problem..Patiesa Expedia viesa atsauksme
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n i < ' win 1 » • » w> » i » i ' WW FARMINGDALE OBSERVE! AN OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE VILLAGE OF f » • U£ Py SERVING THE GREATER FARMINGDALE AREA, BETHPAOt, mc ' I I ? 35 V I L L I . 1C( A MEMBER OF THE OBSERVER/ TRIBUTE GROUP OF NEWSPAPERS VOL. 9 N O . 3 5 Second Class Postage has been paid at Farmingdale, N. Y. 11735 • Published by THE OBSERVER. INC.. Box 146. Farmingdale. N. Y. Thursday April 2 0 1 9 72 Teachers Prepared To Face Residents The Farmingdale Classroom Teachers Association ( CTA) is going to put its case before the public. A meeting has been called for Monday, June 24, at 8: 00 p. m. at Mill Lane Junior High School during which the teachers will present their position to the taxpayer, supposedly the one who has the last say over the amount of money to be spent in Farmingdale's educational system. A DEED WELL DONE: Prof. Terrence Larney ( right), Coordinator of Athletics at Queensborough Community College, presents a check of $ 783.91 for the Long Island Colleges' Olympic Fund drive to Dr. Charles W. Laffin, Jr.. Long Island Aggies' President and Chairman of the fund- raising committee. Looking on are Al Kahn ( left), Chairman of Health and Physical Education at Queensborough, and Tom Watt, Farmingdale U. Athletic Director and Coordinator of Sports Events for the Colleges' Olympic Drive. According to Dr. Laffin, more than $ 6,000 has been raised thus far by colleges on Long Island who have set a goal of $ 10,000 for the Olympics. " Things look very bleak," admitted Robert Riedy, 1. vicepresident of the CTA and chairman of the negotiating committee, " nobody in his right mind wants a strike and. possibly a jail sentence but the past actions of the board leave us very little choice." Two facts stand put that, according to the teachers, gives their association no choice but to stand firm: the unilateral abolishment of sabbatical leaves in violation of the contract and the demand of th?. board to increase the teaching periods for English teachers. Currently, English teachers give four classes and one conference period a day. For fiscal reasons, the board wants the number of classes increased to George Benkert Post to Hold Loyalty Day Parade The Corporal George Benkert Jr. Post 516 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will sponsor its annual Loyalty Day Parade on Sunday, April 30. It will be the 17th year that this post is sponsoring the parade which will start at 2: 30 p. m. behind Village Hall. The grand stand will be in front of the Bohack Store on Main Street. Representatives of local, state and federal government will be in attendance. In honor of Loyalty Day, John T. Hallahan, mayor of the village of Farmingdale has issued the following proclamation: WHEREAS, by public law No. 85- 529 of the 86th Congress, Res. H. J. 4 in Joint resolution, July 17, 1958, the House of Representatives and the Senate of the United States, May 1st of every year, has henceforth been designated as National Loyalty Day and approved by the President on July 18, 1959. WHEREAS, it becomes more important each day that our citizens be reminded of the blessings of this country so that they are prepared to fight the inroads of Communism at home, National Loyalty Day now affords them that opportunity to proclaim their faith in a democratic form of government. WHEREAS, there are continuing efforts to destroy the dignity of man through the suppression of freedom of speech, freedom of the press and freedom of worship as one chooses: and WHEREAS, it is the duty of each American to stand up for that which he believes and that which thousands of American have died for on battlefields throughout the world, now THEREFORE, I John Hallahan, ( Mayor) of the Village of Farmingdale pursuant of the joint resolutions of the Congress, and together with the Officers and Members of the Corp. George Benkert Jr. Post No. 516 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, do hereby proclaim Sunday, April 30, 1972 as Loyalty Day in the Village of Farmingdale, New York, and urge that every man, woman and child join in a Public Demonstration that will show the people of the world our undivided devotion to join our Government and our way of life. I further urge full and complete cooperation by all organizations in the Village ' to actively participate in all public Loyalty Day Celebrations and to assist the Veterans of Foreign Wars in urging public display of all our I citizens of Sunday, April 30, 1972. V . ; • • Grover Starts Selection For Academy Nominations Competition for Congressman James R. Grover, Jr.' s nominations to military academies will open with an examination July 5, the Babylon lawmaker has just announced. Young men interested in the classes entering June, 1973, should write to Mr. Grover's office, 1234 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D. C. 20515, to receive written authorization to take the test. All candidates will be notified approximately two weeks before the examination of the time and place for testing. The competition, which also includes a personal interview and a check of each young man's background, will produce nominees for the United States Military Academy, Naval Acacemy, Air Force Academy and Merchant Marine Academy. " The education offered to young men considering careers as service officers is among the best in the world." Mr. Grover said. " By employing impartial testing and interview procedures, I am insuring that the very best candidates are named. My previous nominees have made enviable records at these fine schools and I am sure that the men selected in the current competition will do equally well." School District to Meet on Curriculum Farmingdale School District will hold a curriculum meeting on Monday 24, at 8: 30 p. m. at the Farmingdale Senior High School. The public is invited to hear about and to discuss innovations and changes planned for the school year of 1972 / 73 » Bomb Scares Were Pranks " This is not a prank call," an unidentified male voice told a dispatcher at the South Farmingdale Fire House on Tuesday night at 7: 18 p. m., " there is a bomb ready to go off at the fire house." As it turned out, it was, fortunately, a prank call after all. According to a report from the 8th precinct, there were two bomb threats called in that night. In each case the caller was a male. The second call came at 8: 16 p. m. informing the fire department dispatcher in South Farmingdale this time that a bomb was about to explode at 123 Woodward Parkway, a private residence. In each case men of the precinct and the Fire Department rushed to the scene, searched the grounds and found no bomb. Police Detective Robert Millman is in charge of investigation. There are no definite suspects at the time. five. This would eliminate 12 additional teaching positions on the secondary level. " We are not screaming about staff reduction due to attrition," Riedy said," we know that enrollment has decreased. But at the same time we can not agree to any other dismissals of our members. Any union doing that might as well close shop." . " Our demands are reasonable," Riedy continued, " all we want is maintenance of the present contract and saTa'rv improvements and fringe-benefits in line with the presidential guidelines. Because of the uncertainty about economic conditions on the local, state and national level, we are only asking for a one- year contract." The teachers are distressed about what they believe is a deliberate effort by the board to cast the teachers into the role of the villain and to provoke a strike which would be to the financial advantage of the school board. According to the Taylor Law teachers are fined two days pay for one day out on strike. The situation in negotiations between the board's representative Henry Weinstein and the CTA is at a standstill at the moment. Both sides are awaiting the recommendations of factfinder Ed Levin, a NYU faculty member. As soon as the factfinding report is received, both sides have ten days to accept or to reject the recommendations. Both sides could renew talks during that period. Should no agreement be reached a legislative hearing with an impartial arbiter will have to be scheduled. According to the Taylor Law, the impartial arbiter would be the local school board. " This really shows you how the cards are stacked against the teachers," Riedy bitterly commented. Although they have not stated it publicly, the teachers are on the side of those who favor an entirely new method of financing educational costs. " The property owner is being bled," said Riedy, " we all know that. I pay $ 1,700.00 taxes a year myself. And what about older residents who own a house and have no regular income any more? School taxes should be based directly on ability to pay."
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The U.S. Olympics Committee has just realized that snowboarders act like…well…snowboarders when they aren't competing.
Scotty Lago, who won the bronze medal in men's halfpipe snowboarding Wednesday, was photographed in the streets of Vancouver late Thursday allowing a woman to kiss and bite that very same medal.
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Lago was smart enough to apologize for his behavior the U.S. Olympic Committee and the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association. Apparently all Olympians attend classes prior to the games to learn what is expected of them, and he failed his practicum in spectacular fashion.
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Monday, January 31, 2011
Making Homemade Lotion: Some Thoughts on Creating instead of Buying
I'm not sure exactly where I'm going with this, but I somehow have a ridiculous number of thoughts on a subject as seemingly mundane as homemade lotion.
Years ago, pre-kids, I went through a period of making my own lotions, astringents, scrubs, etc., mostly from the book Natural Beauty at Home: More Than 250 Easy-to-Use Recipes for Body, Bath, and Hair. I really loved doing it and never meant to stop, but somehow I either became (what I incorrectly thought, pre-kids, was) busy, or got lazy and bought some lotion, or something--I don't know. But somehow I stopped doing it. I've been wanting to start up again, for a whole host of reasons.
To begin with, I've recently developed a minor obsession with decreasing our purchases of consumables. There are budgetary issues for this, obviously, but that's not even the biggest thing driving this for me. I feel like we somehow end up going to the pharmacy or grocery store every other day to pick up something. I don't even know what, but I feel like we spend an inordinate amount of time and money simply purchasing new, consumable, ridiculously packaged, processed stuff. And I don't find this the least bit enjoyable.
So now, each time a "need" presents itself, I'm trying to determine whether it's a need we can meet ourselves without a trip to the store. I knew the lotion issue was going to be coming up soon since our skin is as dry as you can possibly imagine after all these months of being inside with heaters. We'd been using up every last drop of every sample tube of lotion, right down to the last scrapings of the Burt's Bees Baby Lotion that came in the sample pack we were given when Bojey was born. And that last scraping was applied to poor Ninna's cheeks Saturday night, which meant come Sunday, I could put off this project no longer.
As with almost all household tasks, I included the chicks. They really, truly enjoy this sort of thing. Practical work is always a hit with toddlers and preschoolers, and more so, I think, when they see that they are contributing to the needs of their household.
I really love trying to make and do as much as we can ourselves. In my fantasy life I'd be almost entirely self-sufficient, a true homesteader. It's not possible, not now because of the circumstances, and probably not ever because I doubt I could ever be together enough to do it. But I'll settle for doing as much as we can, and for adding little things here and there whenever possible.
It seems to be a standard idea in our culture that we don't have time to make things. I get really excited by people who challenge that notion, both on a smaller and larger level. On the small level--take this lotion-making, for example. Let's say we decided to go to the store and buy some. By the time I got both chicks and myself dressed in gear, walked to the store, stared confusedly at 100 different kinds of lotion, chose one and paid for it, dragged the chicks back home, hung up the winter gear, and opened the lotion...I could have just made it. And I'm certain that I paid much less to make the lotion than I would have paid to buy a similar quality, all-natural lotion in the store, which also means less money-earning time going towards paying for this item.
And there are other undeniable benefits to such a task as well. I know exactly what is in that lotion. I know when it was made and how fresh it is. I can experiment and tweak these things until I find a concoction that we love. I can personalize it--I made mine almond, and the chicks' calendula. And I'm not bringing home new packaging all the time for a tiny little container of lotion. And this goes for the ingredients as well; almost all of the ingredients I used were from huge, bulk-sized containers that I use for all sorts of things and will last for ages, not needing to be replaced every time we run to the store.
I don't know how the chicks will feel about such things when they're older, but I have to believe that some good will come from their learning to do things like make lotion. I think it's not just a matter of increasing their skill set (though there's certainly value in that). I think a whole world of possibility is opened for them when they see that they can make many of the things they need by themselves or with the help of others, and that life is really not about purchasing, but creating. Even if, after growing up and moving on, they never again make lotion, or bake bread, or knit a hat, I hope that their world view includes the idea that the world is a place of unlimited creative possibility. I'm not trying to raise future homesteaders; I'm trying to raise creative, self-sufficient, free-thinkers. I hope I can succeed.
If not, at least they'll have some good stories to tell about how their crazy mother forced them to make their own lotion and then made them walk 10 miles barefoot in the snow ;).
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- KJ@letsgoflyakite said...
I am in awe. I have always been intrigued by making lotions and soaps, but I have never attempted it. Not so much because of time, but it seemed to have a chemistry bent to it which makes me a little nervous. Lovely post and so well said. Does the lotion work well on the cheeks? both my girls, especially the youngest have extremely sensitive cheeks and mouth area (gets flaming red, especially this time of year), I just slather vaseline and never sure what to use.
- January 31, 2011 at 10:27 PM
- Jaimie said...
You know, it does seem to work well on my girls' cheeks so far. This is the first time I've done this recipe, and I didn't love it as much as the one I used to make, so I think we'll try that one next time. Have you tried pure lanolin instead of Vaseline (like Lansinoh--the stuff you use for soreness with breastfeeding)? We've had good luck with that.
As far as the chemistry aspect of it--it's true that there's some of that, but I don't think it's any harder than cooking (or sewing, something you can identify with for sure). There's a little bit of a learning curve, and something might not come out perfectly, but it's not like beyond the capabilities of the average human :). - January 31, 2011 at 10:31 PM
- Jaimie said...
Oh, and I'm actually scared of soap-making too. The lye freaks me out. So I don't know if we'll ever venture there.
- January 31, 2011 at 10:42 PM
- jill pratt said...
we're going to try it for sure. sadie's got super dry, itchy skin and she loves to make anything. i'm afraid i like shopping a little too much, even though i end up feeling guilty for so many reasons...
you are not only raising great kids, but inspiring other moms (like myself) to be better at what we do. i'm reading a book called "the idle parent" right now...while it sounds like a bad thing...he's big on getting kids to do things for themselves and be self-sufficient. and to fill our days with authentic activities and not stuff...made me think of you :)
as for my blog...we'll see. it doesn't come naturally for me, like it does for some :) - February 1, 2011 at 1:32 AM
- MaryAnne said...
My mom used to make soap, and then my older brother somehow got into it and ate some of it (when he was 1 or 2 years old). That ended her soap-making adventures.
She makes a very basic beeswax lotion, though, that I use. And she makes something for bruises out of beeswax and st john's wort that works wonders!
Your chicks are very lucky to have such a resourceful mom! - February 1, 2011 at 7:44 AM
- Jill said...
I don't see myself making lotion anytime in the future (although I think it's wonderful and I do love gifts...hint hint...), but I am about to begin the baby food making process, and I ain't talking about the food my body is already making! Jack ate his first non-breastmilk meal last night, and he LOVED it, so it's time for me to start making baby food at home.
Your statement sums it up for me: "And there are other undeniable benefits to such a task as well. I know exactly what is in that lotion. I know when it was made and how fresh it is." While I COULD buy food from the store, I feel much better putting something into my baby when I know exactly what's in there.
I can't wait to hear what other recipes you and the chicks tackle. Thanks for sharing! - February 1, 2011 at 9:53 AM
I took soap making classes when I lived in Cambridge (no, not at Harvard, ha!). I looooved it. I made lots of soap and gave it away as gifts and I can't tell you how happy everyone was. It was truly divine soap. I would love to make it again, and in fact I have a wonderful and very simple recipe (only three ingredients: olive oil, goat milk, and lye) and it's super luxurious as far as soap goes. I just need a whole set of kitchen stuff to make it, which I don't have nor do I have space for right now. But I hope within the next year to start making it again. We can do a trade, Jaimie: soap for lotion. :) E.
- February 1, 2011 at 11:41 AM
- Lise said...
Hear, hear!
I've been doing deodorant and laundry soap; just tried lip balm; lotion's next on the list! - February 1, 2011 at 1:22 PM
- Melissa said...
I used to have that exact same book. Sadly I lost it in a move and when I tried ot buy it again it seems to be out of print. (Tear) I loved reading it though, I don't even know if I had a chance to make anything out of it though.
As far as making and procuring rather than shopping and consuming I am with you 100%. It seemed this month especially (With all of us being sick on some level for more than a few days) we as well also went to the drugstore and grocery store for some spending an exorbitant amount of money on chemicals and packaging. As we settle ourselves further into this house, I learn what we need, want we want, what we can make and what we ultimately have to purchase. I cannot wait for the warmer weather so that we can go outside and refurbish, and grow and make it all ourselves.
I like the idea of an above commenter, tradsies. I love bartering, as I begin to make things in my space maybe we can figure out a system amongst making mamas.? (You know on top of all the other projects we have given ourselves lol) - February 1, 2011 at 3:18 PM
Jaimie, your lotion making critique reminds me so much of Tasha Tudor and her desire for the simple yet full life. Well into her nineties she prospered without electricity in a farm house in the middle of nowhere (Vermont). Although she was an artist and author of great renown, she did not need a craft room to paint, but did so at her kitchen table. She milked goats daily for milk and cooked over an open hearth. The parallel I am making is to her motives. She raised her family (as a single mom) to cherish their time together living a creative life and learning to be self-sufficient. I think she would have loved your blog.
- February 2, 2011 at 2:02 PM
- Jaimie said...
Jill P--that book sounds really interesting. I'm putting it on my list.
MaryAnne--I'm really curious about your mom's bruise potion. Right now we use arnica gel, which I have to say works absolute wonders for us; I consider it an essential in the first aid department. But of course, we have to buy it in a little tube. I'd love to try your mom's solution when our arnica runs out.
Jill--yes, making baby food is such a nice thing to do. It's so nice to not hand over so much of your baby's nourishment to a factory once he starts solids. I wish I would have done it with Ninna when I was teaching full time. I'm sad to say that I didn't realize how easy it was and I thought I had to buy (the teeny tiny, super expensive, processed) jars of organic food. When I think back to all the waste involved there, I'm really pretty grossed out.
E--you make soap-making sound wonderful! I'd totally love to trade.
Lise--laundry soap is one that I'd love to try, but I'm worried that it's not acceptable for an HE washer. I need to do more research.
Melissa--I, too, love bartering. I'd love to do a post on that soon.
Carol--and this is why I love Tasha Tudor! And you for having been the one to introduce me to her! She is a huge inspiration to me. - February 3, 2011 at 10:25 AM
- fireweed said...
Hi there, Jamie. I'm new to your blog. There was so much in this post that was music to my ears: "I'm trying to raise creative, self-sufficient, free-thinkers," that is the most wonderful thing I've heard from a parent in ages. Most parents I know (I am not one) are obssessed with their kids "fitting in" and getting involved with organized sports. Creativity and self-sufficiency are foreign concepts to most, and a free-thinking a bad thing.
And yes, people spend so much time shopping for bits and pieces that they don't have time left to make and learn things for themselves. My husband and I make everything we can and learn to do what we need to. The end result is people think, "It must be nice to have so much time" in a snarky kind of way, and wonder, if we've tiled our own floor, would we mind doing theirs for them as well? These same people drive to town and back (30 minutes round trip) up to five times a day to pick something up, whereas we make an ongoing list and make the trip once a week.
I'm a herbalist and make my own soaps, lotions and all things herbal and medicinal. Two books I really love for recipes and inspiration are Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health (her "perfect cream" really is perfect) and Brigette Mars' Beauty by Nature. I'm espeically interested in using common garden weeds and native Canadian plants - balsalm poplar being my current favourite.
Nice to have found your interesting, enthusiastic blog. - February 7, 2011 at 3:04 PM
- Flowers said...
Oh well done you for making it...I have been meaning to make my own lotion and scrub for ages but am worried about it not smelling as nice. Glad yours went well with your little helpers there how could it not! :)
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What has been your favorite class at COA? Why?
E-marketing. I have a practical experience, as the class is based on doing a project, rather than memorizing theories. Not only do we gain an experience in using social media tools, but we gain practical skills in project management and team experience, empowering us to work better with other people. It really feels like I'm in the professional field already!
What classes have you taken at COA?
I have taken a wide variety of classes, but mostly oriented towards business and economics:
Microeconomics for Business and Policy
Organic chemistry II
Calculus III
Intro to Guitar
Development Economics — case study based
Social Movement Strategies
Architecture Studio
Differential Equations — models
Literature, Science and Spirituality
Probability and Statistics
In addition, I have taken business classes at the University of Maine, Orono:
Information Systems and Technology for Business
The Principles of Organization and Management
Strategic Management
Linear Algebra
Production and Operation Management
What was your favorite lesson/lecture/discussion/project at COA? Why?
All the classes have been quite interesting, but if I had to make a choice, then I'd go for eMarketing. I think I learned a lot in this class, from the lectures, discussions and speeches by people already in the field. I also like the fact that it takes the ethos of practical work.
What is your dream occupation?
I hope to become a business manager, but I have a keen interest in real estate business.
Do you work on or off campus? If yes, where?
Yes, I work as an assistant in admissions as part of my work study.
What do you see yourself doing after COA?
I envisage myself working in the business and development field, and even doing an MBA in
green business and social responsibility.
What is happiness to you?
Its all about being the best I can be, but that varies from situation to situation.
Have you had an internship? If so, doing what? Where? If not, what are your plans, if any, for your internship?
I have an internship in Swaziland, where I will be working as a fund development intern for SOS Children's Villages during the summer of 2009. I really look forward to doing it!
What are your ideas for your senior project? If you have already done one, what did you do?
I'm currently working on a fiction novel, where I'm trying to use literature as tool for change. My novel is based on economics and politics. I personally think that people resist change not because they don't want to change, but because they don't have anything to change for — perhaps due to lack of understanding of what change (if they did change) would mean in their lives.
What do you like to do when you're not doing school work?
I read & write poetry, watch movies, and of course go running!
What came first, the chicken or the egg?
The chicken because the egg would not hatch into a chick if there was no chicken (at least in the natural world)!
Why did you choose to come to COA?
Several reasons — financial aid package, location and size.
What do you like to study?
Business/ economics related stuff
What do people say is your most marked characteristic?
I'm charismatic
Do you have anything cool or unique you would like to share?
The longest I've run non-stop is 56 miles!


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We really enjoyed our stay. It was one of the finest hotels we have visited.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Perfect location"
Perfect location if going to a Rams game or any event at Edward Jones Stadium. Hotel was clean and the staff super friendly and helpful! Room are spacious and comfortable.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Not luxurious anymore"
If this hotel hadn't been close to the sporting event we attended, I would have rated this hotel even lower. The room needed a design overhaul. The carpet was filthy in every area of the hotel, not just my room. The upside is still the proximity to the downtown events and the casino. We won't be back for the price we paid.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Great Weekend"
Excellent service. Proximity to Edward Jones Dome for attending a football was great.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
We asked for a cart to take our things down and took so long that we went ahead and took them ourself. We also did not have full rolls of toilet paper and had to flag down a maid to get more. Also had a very unpleasant encounter with security as you walk in the casino that I have came to several times without any issue until this time a gentleman was […] extremely rude to me and told me I looked drunk when I had just left a concert and had not drank at. I understand the laws but he was completely rude and I went in briefly and left because I was upset what I had to deal with and as I was leavin I saw the same man giving another female a hard time just like he had me Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Great convenient place to stay!"
We loved this hotel! A beautiful courtyard, and a great place! We weren't able to go swimming like we had hoped, because the pool closed at 10 and opened at 10. Both times we tried it was either too late or too early, so that was a bummer :( Other than that it was wonderful! We enjoyed our stay and the room service was delicious and fast!Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
Perfect location, walked to downtown and to the Arch. Very nice hotel at great rates compared to others in the area.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Birthday Hetaway"
Hotel exceeded my expectations. We ate at the Stadium for dinner priced reasonable and friendly service our server Cameron was knowledgable about our questions on food and drink selections. We ate Breakfest in the Kitchen once again excellent service. We would recommend this hotel to anyone wanting to have a relaxed carefree getaway. Loved the fact […] that we were walking distance to the Landing and the Arch. Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Great location, needs new carpet"
This is a great place to stay if attending a Rams game or just hanging out in St. Louis. I love the openness of the hotel and elevators. The service is great and there is a neat bar in the middle of the atrium that you can look down upon just by stepping outside of your room. The rooms are set up nicely so you don't hear any noise from the hallway or […] the bar area. It definitely needs new carpeting.....everywhere, especially near the elevators. As much as they charge per night, I believe they could afford to keep the carpet updated. Other than that, I love staying there, it is always my first choice. Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Decent but not impressive"
The room was clean, but the overwhelming scent of deodorizer was off-putting, and for someone with asthma, uncomfortable. One of the drinking glasses had a sharp chip off the edge, which could have been disastrous if I hadn't noticed. The room was very quiet, but the A/C took a long time to cool it down. The view was industrial.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"I expected better"
A former native of St. Louis I was confident in the location of Hotel Lumeire. However, I was surprised at how rundown and mediocre the Hotel was in comparison to sister Four Seasons. The Hotel staff was responsive, but only just. The majority of my displeasure was due to the overall condition of the hotel. The elevator on the back wall was also the […] service elevator and as a result there were bumps, scrapes, and marks all over the interior. In addition, there was a likely chance of running into housecleaning. Further, the bumps, scrapes, and marked up damage continued throughout my room, and the bathroom fixtures were "jimmy" rigged. I will certainly look for other options upon any return visit to STL. Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"downtown location was great"
hotel rooms starting to look dated and wornUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Good location to downtown"
Was nice location and staff was very friendly. If you can get a deal for under 100 bucks would be well worth it as suites are spacious and convenient. View was nice of the Arch but you get city/tram traffic noiseUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
Would it kill them to rent a steam-vac and clean the carpets in the hallways? For the price I would say, go somewhere else.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
The hotel was wonderful. The room was spacious, mattresses were comfortable, pillows were fantastic and made for a great night of sleep. It was incredible.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"10 minutes away from destination"
The beds at this hotel were superb! We had a good night sleep. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The walls were very sound proof. We couldn't hear our neighbors entering or exiting their rooms. We felt very secure staying in this hotel. Enjoyed walking over to the casino area and having a little fun for a couple of hours. Would recommend this […] hotel & we will stay there in the future. Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Hotel Lumiere"
The hotel location was excellent with the attached casino and surrounding neighborhood nightlife options.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Needs Work"
Had to change room( had room 633) after one night because it smelled like sewer! Said they couldn't compensate us because we didn't book directly through them but they did give us a free buffet. Our 2nd room didn't smell but the bathtub faucet was loose, the bathtub wasn't all that clean and the sink faucet was very loose too. For the money they charge, […] they really need to upgrade the rooms. We have been going there every year for the past 5 years and I see it deteriorating. The location is great and I love Lacledes Landing! Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Great Hotel "Sorry about the neighborhood ""
I would stay at this hotel anytime, it is sorry to see that St. Louis has let Laclede Landing go to the dump. It used to be great to have fun down there. Very sad.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Overall, a great hotel"
The overall condition of the hotel was top-notch. Rooms were large and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and for the most part helpful. The only issue we had was with Room Service. We left the provided card on the doorknob with our breakfast order to be delivered at 6:15 as we were on a tight schedule. The card was not picked up overnight due to […] someone not showing up for work. The front desk tried to call the kitchen and was not able to get anyone. The issue was finally resolved by getting our breakfast 1 hour late, and it was comped, they did seem very apologetic. The food was great, but hard to enjoy as we had to leave at 8:00. I would still go back to this hotel. Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"wont stay there again."
No fridge-no radio-no micro. Could write name in dust in parts of the room like area where tv set in one room. Someone must have attempted to wipe screne od tv and left big smear marks. This place has lost luster. Hall ways smell from filthy looking carpets. Better places in $39.00 truck stops.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
I had to make an emergency trip to St. Louis recently for a funeral. We stayed at Lumiere because of its central location and we really did not know what else there was to do in St. Louis. We were disappointed with the hotel especially considering the price. This hotel is badly in need of an update. The carpets everywhere are disgusting. With a little […] bit of care this should not happen. We arrived at the hotel early and went ahead to check in. We were told we would receive a phone call when our room was ready. We never did. Around 4:30, we went the front desk to ask if our room was ready. (check in was at 4:00) We received a little bit of attitude from the employee who told us the reason we didn't get a phone call yet was because our room obviously wasn't ready yet. He continued with his attitude until he put my name in the computer to find out it was in fact ready. Many people were waiting in line to check in at the same time but many of those peope were told their rooms were not ready. They kept blaming it on the fact that there was a full house the night before. There is no reason you cannot get rooms ready in time when check in is at 4 and check out is at 11. The employees were not emphathetic at all. The only thing about this hotel that was really great was Craig the bellman who went out of his way for us, and a very nice bartender at the casino (I wish I could remember his name - about 30 years old, glasses). Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Nothing like what I expected"
I was disappointed as the furniture was stained, the carpets were so dirty I had to throw out my socks. I had no idea where anything was as there is no information in the room about what the hotel offers and I had already waited for almost 30 mins for a room to be ready although check in is supposed to be at 4. The front desk clerk was very nice and […] apologetic but I just am used to Ameristar where they really make you feel welcome and rooms are newer and so you can enjoy the couch and the view. I had requested a room with a view so I did not mind waiting and then we got a room with a view of the parking lot. Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
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"Dirty, not maintained and over priced."
If you like old carpet with stains on them, broken mini-fridges, very small bathrooms where you have to walk in, close the door, then get in the bathroom while paying $250 a night... Then I recommend this hotel.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"49er game"
Stayed here 2nd year in a row. Great location and rooms. Checkin process very slow. Room wasnt ready until after 4.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Great hotel in a great city"
St Louis was a stopover on a road trip for us but we wanted to stay longer! The hotel staff were friendly, the room was huge and kept very clean. The attached casino was a great way to spend the evening and the Sports bar ribs were also great! The location was good for Laclede's landing and also the gateway to the west arch.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Beatiful hotel in a great location."
Beautiful room and amazing lounge/lobby. Well situated, but staff could have been friendlier. Also, there is no facility to eat on the premises - although it was possible to eat in the Casino area without having to go outside.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Lumiere will light up your St. Louis advanture!"
Great place to stay. Comfortable. Secure. Fun.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
The staff was the best I have encountered in all my travels!Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"2013 Women's Conference with Joyce meyer"
Wonderful Location and a really nice, clean hotel.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"great experience"
the hotel is everything we expected ....would recommend to anybody stayingUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"close to Busch Stadium and LeCledes"
We only stayed one night. the shuttle to the baseball game and back was awesome. as well as the Stadium Bar and Kitchen Buffet. We had a great time. Check in and check out was very easy.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Cardinals game get-away..."
Excellent hotel conditions and the staff was polite and ready to serve. Hotel's location is great for about any downtown or riverfront activities. With the casino comes some "elements" to be careful of but security was always noticeable...Have stayed in this hotel for many years and will continue to do so in the future!Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Excellent hotel"
Great hotel, nice room, and super staff. Will be staying again in the furture.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Needs so much work..."
This is a very old and much in need of repair. The staff is clueless, rooms are very dirty, hall ways are very dirty, work out room is very unsanitary. Better off staying next door at the Four Seasons.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
This hotel was not what I expected. For the amount of money we paid for the night I was blown away at how nice it was.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"fun and relaxing"
We had a much needed relaxing get a way....enjoyed the gaming and food...employees were very nice, polite and helpful....will be going back again........loved itUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
Awesome staff and service! Very nice and clean room. Will definitely stay there again!Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"not bad"
was confused that Lumiere has 2 different hotels on opposite sides of the casino. I guess it's my job to research but they don't make this very clear unless you really dig for the info. No qualms about the hotel though, was satisfied with my stayUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
GREAT king size bed and suite. Everyone very friendly and helpful.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Good location by Lacledes Landing"
Won't be back again, hotel staff wasn't friendly, no free coffee bar for guests, couldn't enjoy gambling at casino because security was always watching you. carpet stained in many places and sliding glass door in room which appeared to be meant for a balcony was full of dirt and not accessible and the glass doors needed washing badly!!!Ulasan otentik tamu Expedia
"Nice for a nights stay"
When we checked into the hotel it was great. Got to our room veiw was great. No wash clothes in the bathroom called housekeeping to get 2 and they never came.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Very Disappointed!"
Toilet was very loud and would not shut off. Hotel staff didnt care and would not take care of problem. Stains all over carpet. Many looked like blood. Defintely not a 4 star hotel. Only compliment I can give was the bed was comfortable. Hotel staff didnt care if you were unsatisfied! Hotel also didnt allow food or bevarages in from outside hotel.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"Had Fun!"
The staff was wonderful, other than having a morning party by our door! the carpet in our room and in the hall were filthy. A lamp shade in our room looked like someone had beaten it. But, again, the staff was very pleasant and professional. SUPER location!Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
"For how much I spent, extremely rude casino staff."
For how much I spent, extremely rude casino staff.Ulasan otentik tamu Expedia
"Nice hotel. Easy access to Busch stadium"
We enjoyed visiting St. Louis and seeing baseball. The hotel provided us with a central location for all we had planned. It was a memorable experience for my son and I. Thank you.Ulasan otentik tamu Expedia
"STL Get-A-Away"
Overall a nice place, staff are extremely friendly and views from my room to the Arch was remarkable. Hotel rooms could use a bit of updating, limited electrical outlets (difficult recharging celll phones, tablets, etc.), no microwaves and carpet was a bit stained - location for downtown activities outweighs the negatives.Ulasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
BEAUTIFUL HISTORICAL CITY, SUPER CLEAN FOR BIG CITY ,NOT ENOUGH TIME TO VISIT ALL THE GREAT SITES THAT ST. LOUIS HAS TO OFFER MOST BEING FREE ,THE GREAT ARCH IS A MUST VISIT MUST GO TO TOP DAY & NITE ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING, THE 8TH WONDER OF THE WORLD .TOWER PARK A MUST, HAVE TIME DO A CARDS & RAMS GAME VERY REASONABLE FOR BIG CITY GAME. I WOULD RETURN […] TO ST LOUIS IN HEARTBEAT Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Expedia
"Great Service and location"
We always enjoy our stay at the Lumiere, given it's proximity to the things we enjoy: baseball, casino and great restaraunts. Everything is either a short walk or qiuck cab ride away. The rooms are clean and the service is always great. Upon checking in we didnt have an iron, but after a call to the front desk, we had our iron in under 5 minutes and […] she even stayed to make sure the iron she brought was working and functional. I thought that was great customer service! Baca selengkapnyaUlasan otentik tamu Hotels.com
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Approx 7 Acres (About 2.8 Hectares) A Private Equestrian Property with a Detached Bungalow and a Good Range of Outbuildings and Stables in a Rural Setting Yet Within Easy Reach of Amenities Detached Bungalow ♦ Three Bedrooms ♦ Two Bath/... More details ›
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£375,000Offers in Region of
Offers in Region of £375,000
3 bedroom manor house for sale 6 Humbie Holdings, Kirknewton, West Lothian, EH27 8DS
ATTRACTIVE DETACHED BUNGALOW WITH VARIOUS OUTBUILDINGS AND STABLES. An excellent opportunity has arisen to acquire a south-facing detached bungalow in an enviable rural location. ... More details ›
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£320,000Fixed Price
Fixed Price £320,000
4 bedroom property for sale Camps Villa The Camps, Kirknewton, EH27 8DN
Kirknewton is a small village community, within easy distance of the City by-pass and motorway network making it an ideal location for the commuter. The railway station provides a ... More details ›
£205,000Offers in Region of
Offers in Region of £205,000
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale 7 Kirknewton Court, Kirknewton, West Lothian, EH27 8BT
Excellent family sized accommodation is offered by this modern semi-detached villa which boasts a deceptively spacious interior in immaculate order throughout. From the front ... More details ›


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cool improv-like doodle noodle drawing! 5!
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thanksalot mismonaut
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The World This Week - April 13th, 2012
Amid the scramble to stop the killing in Syria, François Picard's panel weighs up what's billed as the only plan in town. Also, the "tax the rich" mantra gains traction in both the French and US election races, and why one century on, the sinking of the Titanic still resonates.
- Janine DI GIOVANNI. Paris-based reporter. Author, "Ghosts by Daylight";
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Monday, April 23, 2012 6:15pm by London Newsdesk
Ellie Goulding reveals plans to move to the USABritish songstress Ellie Goulding has admitted that a move across the pond could be imminent as she has fallen in love with Los Angeles, California. The 'Starry Eyed' hitmaker has spent a considerable amount of time in the area and revealed to The Sun newspaper that feeling at home is very important to her so she is considering heading to the USA on a more permanent basis: "I scarily love LA a lot so I'm thinking about moving here. My fans in the UK might be quite sad to hear that." Last week, Goulding was told the exciting news that her debut album 'Lights' had been certified Platinum in America and she tweeted (April 20): "I'm really proud of lights going platinum in the US this week. So badass. Much love." Watch the singer talk about her hopes for her second album here: Latest 10 Ellie Goulding News Stories