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On the sweetness of Mormon life. (more…)
I wrote this post in my head, wide awake at 3 AM in an uncomfy bed.
On the sweetness of Mormon life. All is not well in Zion, but there are still pearls in the field. Brother Joseph and Brother Brigham can rest content.
I have a big, green lawn that wraps around the house. I just finished scattering gypsum and reseeding a few bare patches. That's my lawncare routine: fertilizer once or twice a year, gypsum once or twice a year, pull dandelions, maybe spray for dandelions when my dander gets up, and reseed occasionally. My kids mow it (high), and I water well. This is not a demanding routine. But it seems to work. My lawn isn't manicured but it is cool and soft and looks inviting.
Lawns have a bad rap. They take up too much time, they take up too much space, they take up too much water. Water, I don't think people should care about. Water is a renewable resource. Dearth of water in any one area is just a technical and political problem.
Lawns do take up some time and space. But so do kids. If kids are what your lawn is for, it takes away the problem. (more…)
On Mormon manliness. (more…)
On the sweetness of Mormon life (more…)
diiiimples DOT COM, your three-year old says, and points to his face.
Many of the revelatory insights that have most reached to my soul have come when listening to a bland talk at church cover the same old ground in the same old way; when swapping pet platitudes in Elder's Quorum with men I've known since I was a kid; and when re-reading scripture.
There is no novelty without familiarity.
The active mind when it hears a new thing considers arguments pro and con. When it hears an old thing, the active mind contemplates. It probes deeper.
The human person has a very nearly infinite capacity for self-delusion. That's why I consider myself religious… but not spiritual. Whatever in religious practice may seem dull, mundane, and ordinary is more to be trusted than those parts of it which seem highly emotional or consciousness-raising.
-thus Nick B. Steves, offered for consideration and not by way of endorsement.
Mormonism is a highly unusual mix of emotionalism and workmanlike pragmatism. The only other place I've seen that is the family: gooey sentiment, checkbooks, and diapers.


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Protesters carry boxes containing petition signatures Wednesday in Jefferson City, Mo. The protesters delivered 35,000 petition signatures Wednesday to the House speaker's office opposing the inclusion of conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh in the Hall of Famous Missourians in the latest in a series of opposition efforts to Limbaugh's selection. Story here. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Meanwhile: Furor caused by Limbaugh's comment re: Georgetown student Sandra Fluke is dying down here
Question: Are you surprised that Rush Limbaugh seems to be surviving Sandra Fluke putdown?
In the wake of Rush Limbaugh's attacks on Georgetown law student Sandra Fluke last week, nearly 50 advertisers have fled his show, including Netflix and AOL, undeterred by the fiery announcer's subsequent apology in which he regretted his choice of words but little else. First the money walks, now it's the music. Rush, Peter Gabriel and the Fabulous Thunderbirds have all demanded that their music immediately stop appearing on Limbaugh's program. (And lest you think it's confined to rockist quarters, the Philadelphia Orchestra, which bought a package of ads through CBS Philly, has also "taken steps to ensure that our ads no longer run on the Rush Limbaugh show," according to its Twitter feed)/Pop & Hiss blog, L.A. Times. More here.
Question: Could this possibly be the beginning of the end for the seemingly untouchable Rush Limbaugh?
Georgetown University law student Sandra Fluke, left, is a guest on "The View" in New York earlier today, after her stand on contraception coverage prompted Rush Limbaugh to deride her as a "slut" and a "prostitute" on his radio talk show. Interviewing Fluke, from right, are hosts Barbara Walters, Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Sherri Shepherd. (AP Photo/ABC, Lou Rocco)
Diehard Rush Limbaugh supporters are hoping this, too, shall pass. But I'm banking on the end of Rush's influence after he called a Georgetown University student a "slut." It had the "death by tongue and arrogance" feel that has spelled the end to the power of other folks throughout history. Sen. Joe McCarthy's Communist-hunting campaign wound down after an Army lawyer called him on his craziness in 1954 with this line that's gone down in history: "Have you no sense of decency, sir? At long last, have you left no sense of decency?" Don Imus' radio career never really came back to life after his "nappy headed hos" comment in 2007 about the Rutgers women's basketball team/Rebecca Nappi, End Notes. More here.
Question: Will Rush Limbaugh's influence diminish as a result of this controversy? Or will he be as influential as ever 3 months from now?
Rush Limbaugh apologized over the weekend for a choice of words that he admitted "was not the best," a reference to his radio show delivered "slut" and "prostitute" characterization of a Georgetown University law student. Conservative commentator David Frum summed up El Rushbo's latest tirade when he wrote, "Limbaugh's verbal abuse of Sandra Fluke set a new kind of low. I can't recall anything as brutal, ugly and deliberate ever being said by such a prominent person and so emphatically repeated. This was not a case of a bad "word choice." It was a brutally sexualized accusation, against a specific person, prolonged over three days." "Brutal, ugly and deliberate" for sure, unprecedented not so much. Mostly forgotten now, and that may be the ultimate justice, is the man who was Rush before Rush. Limbaugh with a fedora – Walter Winchell/Marc Johnson, The Johnson Report. More here.
Question: Am I the only one who remembers Walter Winchell?
Moscow Minidoka: I know I'm probably in the minority (my wife and I haven't had TV in the house for over ten years now), but I get all my news from the radio, print, or internet, so I don't really pay any attention to the cable news noise machine. I did use to be a Rush listener back in the 1990s when I was young and very right-wing, and I enjoyed his show while spending long hours driving tractors. I listened to him recently and found a different show than when he had Clinton as his whipping boy. His voice is different, due to his deafness, I suppose. But his tone *does* seem more extreme than I remember it… less funny, less taking the piss out of authorities than I remember, and just more… angry, I guess. Extreme. Maybe that's because I've mellowed and turned away from seeing the world in black-and-white terms, maybe it's because he's actually gotten nastier with his deafness and painkiller addiction and too soft a life… or maybe both.
Question: Where do you get your news?
It is, of course, a calculated outrage. Meaning, it was spewed by a clown in the media circus to kick a familiar sequence into motion: angry denunciation by bloggers, pundits and supporters of President Barack
Question: Do you hope Barack Obama fails or succeeds? Did you want Bush to fail or succeed?

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Credit Union Credit Cards: A Threat To Big Banks?
While they may not put the major credit card issuers out of business anytime soon, credit unions are convincing more of their members to carry union-issued plastic.
Callahan & Associates, a financial consulting firm, released a report last month that found that credit card penetration rates at credit unions reached 15.3 percent in 2013. That number is 55 basis points greater than 2012 levels and 95 basis points more than five years ago.
But while the overall gains are modest, the report notes that some individual credit unions claim credit card penetration rates of up to 65 percent, suggesting that unions that emphasize credit cards could make major gains in the future. Still, some industry analysts question whether credit unions are willing to offer cards that truly rival those offered by major banks.
Credit unions that have succeeded with credit cards
For credit unions, credit card market penetration refers to the number of members who have a credit union-issued card. For example, the industry average of 15 percent means that 15 of every 100 credit union members have a credit card affiliated with their institution.
According to Callahan & Associates, the credit union with the best market penetration can't be found on the list of the nation's 50 largest credit unions. Instead, it is Taupa Lithuanian Federal Credit Union in South Boston, Massachusetts. The 33-year-old institution only has 1,200 members, but more than 65 percent of them carry a Taupa Lithuanian credit card.
Nationwide, the analysis found that at least of half the members at the following credit unions had a credit card opened through their institution.
- Taupa Lithuanian in Massachusetts: 65.66 percent
- Valley One Community in Ohio: 60 percent
- O.A.S. Staff in the District of Columbia: 58.18 percent
- Napus in Virginia: 53.6 percent
- Entrust in Virginia: 51.83 percent
- KUE in Kentucky: 51.31 percent
- Houston Police in Texas: 51.25 percent
- School Employees Lorain County in Ohio: 50.66 percent
The need for more competitive terms
While credit unions have made some progress with their credit cards, their terms may still not be attractive enough to lure customers from their big-brand cards. That's according to a report from card-processing organization Card Services for Credit Unions, which notes that institutions may have to offer more if they want to compete with cards offered by major banks.
Among the strategies suggested in the report is the adoption of zero-interest teaser rates and the development of rewards credit card programs that are on par or better than those offered by banks. However, the rewards might not have to be anything extravagant. At Taupa Lithuanian, the incentive they use to convince members to open an account is a $10 coupon to the SBLCA Lithuanian Kitchen.
The first step, however, may simply be to get credit unions to offer credit cards. Callahan & Associates says that during the first quarter of 2013, only 54 percent of credit unions offered credit cards to their members.
While credit unions may incur some expense in setting up a credit card program, Card Services for Credit Unions argues it could be even more costly for institutions to ignore customer demand for credit cards. With banks offering attractive deals for customers who open both credit card and deposit accounts, credit unions may lose members who decide to consolidate their business elsewhere.
But if the numbers from Callahan & Associates signify a trend, credit unions who take the plunge may be able to count on more customers at least considering their credit card.
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Helen Mirren hit the red carpet in an elegant silk gray gown by Vivienne Westwood. We love how the puff sleeve detail injects a dramatic touch, while subtle ruching and standout diamond jewels add shimmer. A little blush, pink lips, and brown eyeliner complete her sophisticated ensemble. What's your verdict?Vote on all of our Oscar polls here!
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abitnerdy 3 years
Mila Kunis looked stunning from head to toe.
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LOVE Helen Mirren, love the dress, love her hair/makeup/etc., HATE the matchy satin bridesmaid shoes.
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cotedazur 3 years
My personal favorite was Helen Mirren, haha... but I really wasn't a fan of any of the dresses above, unfortunately. Out of the young stars I really liked Jennifer Lawrence in Calvin Klein.
WeTheLiving 3 years
I usually disagree when people rave over Helen Mirren, but this year she looks gorgeous. Her haircut is great and I love the shape of the dress.
redchick152 3 years
HM seems like such a sassy old broad. haha. this isn't my favorite though. =/ there's alot going on.
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ok, I love HM, but I think the dress looks funky on her. The shoulders and chest do her no justice...and I think that gray and extra wrinkles in a dress are not good on older women.
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Last week I guest hosted a Stella & Dot event benefitting the Greater Birmingham Humane Society in memory of my beloved dog Rufus. After spending time styling clients in the jewelry, I was asked by several who could not attend to list my favorite pieces from the current collection. For for two more weeks you can shop the show online at http://www.stelladot.com/ts/wa816 and the profits will go to the GBHS.
Since a lot of you, like me, have attended or at least been invited to similar shows, I want to explain why this is different. As you can imagine, I have been approached by just about every social sales company to become a representative. Because I see it as a conflict of interest - wanting to remain neutral for my clients - I have always, and will continue to, say no.
Recently, upon a visit to Jerry La Suer's cool downtown loft (I was interviewing/shooting him as my September B-Metro Magazine Style Icon feature), I had the opportunity to peruse his display of Stella & Dot accessories (Jerry is a Senior Director and Founding Leader of the company). I've always liked Stella & Dot's pieces and been impressed with their trend representation and quality, but frankly, as I told Jerry, in the past I've found them to be priced higher than I want to spend for costume jewelry. So I was pleasantly surprised to find that Stella & Dot has significantly lowered their price point (but, important to note, not their quality)!
Knowing I have clients whose wardrobes could use some of these pieces, I asked Jerry how I could arrange for my clients to see the collection. He suggested I host a trunk show, and I told him no, I didn't want to do anything like that. Then Jerry made me an offer I couldn't refuse: how about I bring clients by his place for a viewing and he would in turn donate all of the profits from the sale to the charity of my choice. DONE! My obvious charity of choice is the Greater Birmingham Humane Society, for a variety of reasons, including the support they showed me after the tragic death of my beloved dog Rufus, and continue to show as the resulting criminal trial is pending.
I figured if Jerry was donating his profits, I should donate my time. What resulted was a highly successful event! Many clients who couldn't attend asked for purchase recommendations in order to purchase online. So I thought I'd share my Top 10 favorite/most recommended pieces - it was difficult to choose only 10! As I mentioned, for another two weeks, you can shop the show online: http://www.stelladot.com/ts/wa816 and profits will go toward the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.
1) Engravables
Jerry introduced me to these months ago when he presented me with a necklace that reads "#CHIC" that I wear almost everyday. I love layering it with some of my other delicate necklaces. I also love the look of multiple charms - whether an engraved piece, birthstone, symbol, etc - as one pendant. A favorite is the numbers, reminiscent of the old NYC Plaza hotel numbers that appeared on the necks of fashionistas who were able to snag one after the hotel was remodeled and the room numbers sold as jewelry.
2) Reverie Chandeliers
A fabulous gold chandelier earring is a must-have in my wardrobe. Beacuse Stella & Dot jewlery endures so well, I bought these to replace all of the other versions I've bought that have turned or tarnished too quickly. I love the antique gold color and ethnic inspiration of this design.
3) Christna Link Bracelet
One reason I love this bracelet in gold or silver is that, with it's detailing like hammered links, it could easily pass for fine jewelry. It looks great paired with a gold or silver or two-tone watch.
4) Rebel Pendant
OK, so everyone has this necklace...and by "everyone," I mean lots of celebrities. But that's because it's cool and oh-so easy to wear.The pendant is just the right length and weight to hold its own when worn alone.
5) Double Clutch
For my younger or trendy clients - in citrine perforated saffiano (see previous post) leather, this clutch offers a pop of color to any outfit. I've been obsessed with perforation lately - I love its modern vibe and textural interest.
6) Tansy Fringe Collar
Dramatic and intriguing, this bold statement necklace in lovely antique gold is a true conversation piece...one that can define an outfit, whether it be a cocktail dress or white t-shirt and jeans.
7) Strength & Inspire Bracelets
Clearly I'm a fan of purchases that benefit a good cause, and through October 100% of net proceeds of these bracelets benefit the Noreen Fraser Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research and creating awareness of the importance of early detection. I also love jewlery that has personal meaning. On a much lighter note, Bama fans will love the elephant design!
8) Gitane Tassel Necklace
Faceted metallic glass beads add sparkle to this rosary-style silver plated brass necklace. Removable tassel features two smoky quartz accent stones. S-hook closure allows for versatility in styling. Wear it doubled with S-hook with or without tassel, or wear it long or tripled without the S-hook.
9) The Kimberly Necklace
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10) Petra Braided Bracelet
If you haven't figured it out already, I like versatility, especially when it comes to the ability to dress up or dress down a piece of jewelry. Wear this statement piece with boyfriend jeans and jacket with rolled up sleeves or with a sassy cocktail dress. A pair of diamond studs is all you need to complete either look.
Further investigate in detail or order any of these pieces at http://www.stelladot.com/ts/wa816.
Fall Happenings
Despite the fact that the weather has yet to "snap," Labor Day has passed, which in the South means Fall has arrived, bringing with it school days, football and fashion. As the leaves change, we start thinking about switching out our closet for the season...and so begins my busiest season as a wardrobe stylist. Here's a bit about what I'm up to during these Fall months:
Transitional Wardrobing
"Can I wear white jeans after Labor Day, and if so, how?"
"It's mid September but 90 degrees outside, what the heck do I wear?"
These are questions I receive on almost a daily basis early in the season. Popular services include shopping end-of-season sales to snag deals on a few transitional items or particularly fab Spring/Summer items that are such great finds they are worth buying now for next year. Many clients also like to "shop their own closet" for transitional outfits - I will put together combinations that are still temperature appropriate but depart from colors and ensembles that scream summer.
Closet Revamp
As cliche as it is, the analogy is true: a closet is like a garden, in need of constant pruning lest it become choked with weeds. The result is not being able to see the forest for the trees, so to speak - becoming so overwhelmed with the quantity of items in your closet that you not only lose track of what is even in there, but instead of taking the time to mix and match, you wear the same 4-5 "safe" outfits over and over again. The end of each season/beginning of the next is a great time for a Closet Revamp: we will inventory what you have in your closet and evaluate its contents, including your purchases over the past year. This will make it easier to create a "List of Needs" for the coming season, factoring in any missing wardrobe staples and taking current trends into consideration. These are items I can find for you on a shopping trip together, or for you to go it alone (often after a Revamp, these lists are shorter than one expected).
Fall Shopping
Need a refresh? Want to add in current trends but are unsure which to chose or how to execute in a way that is age and lifestyle appropriate? Now that Fall styles are finally in stores (they arrive later in the South), I have been spending a lot of time shopping for clients. Over the years, I've found that the best way for my clients to get the most "bang for their buck" is to pre-pull - allowing me to edit selections, taking into consideration what he or she already has in her closet. It also permits me to introduce a few items to push clients out of their comfort zones. My favorite comment to hear is, "I would've never even pulled this off the rack but I love it!" Investing in the services of a professional to help you make the right style choices saves money in the long run, as you not only will end up with items that will mix and match with the rest of your wardrobe and endure through the seasons, but also you won't end up with items with tags still on them when Fall is over!
Wardrobing Sessions/Lookbooks
Once you have the right items in your closet, you owe it to yourself (and your wallet) to make the most out of these items. Some of my clients have no problem shopping for themselves, but limit their vision to only putting together pieces that were bought together. "Mannequin dressing," if you will. In order to have a closet that is focused on quality and not quantity, the ability to mix and match is imperative. During wardrobing sessions I will put together new combinations, complete with accessories and shoes. We can either take pictures for a printed out Lookbook, or, in this digital age, many have enjoyed an iPad album, with folders for different outfit occasions - for example: Work, Weekend, Date Night, etc. You'll feel like you have new clothes without even leaving your house!
Tween & Teen Consulting
Whether we like it or not, we live in a first impression society, thus the clothes we chose to wear and the condition in which we keep our garments and ourselves send a message to the world. More than just style, but also modesty and grooming come into play, and this is a lesson better learned sooner than later. My 7 years of founding and teaching a Fashion Camp for girls aged 5-15 has given me a unique insight into the minds of these young ladies and the pressures - both peer and societal - that they face. Thanks to that experience combined with my passion for bolstering self esteem and confidence in girls starting at an early age, I have developed a niche - and knack for, if I do say so myself - when it comes to relating to these girls and earning their trust. From helping girls make the best choices for their shape (which may be different from that of their friends), to mediating mom and daughter who can't seem to see eye to eye when shopping, to steering the new kid in school away from the goth look, to conducting a makeup and skincare lesson for rising 7th graders, to helping girls entering college prepare for sorority recruitment...the circumstances with which I've dealt run the gamut, and I find each so rewarding. I love helping girls embrace their own individuality and realize that style does not come at any particular price point, from a certain store, or in a specific size. Confidence is stylish at every age.
Saffiano Who?
I recently posted an Instagram of a Saffiano leather weekender bag by hook + ALBERT, which begged the question for many, what exactly IS Saffiano leather?
Saffiano leather was first made in one of Italy's most famous tanneries and was a signature and patent of Prada. Originally made from the highest quality calf leather, the name "Saffiano" comes from the cross-hatch print (a series of diagonal lines) pressed or stamped into wax that coats the leather. This treatment and distinctive markings render the leather resistant to stains and scratches, making it water repellent and easy to clean. Many high-end fashion houses use Saffiano leather for its many positive attributes.
Today the print is used on a wide range of leathers and PU coated splits. PU leather is leather created from the fibrous part of the hide left once the top-grain of the rawhide has been separated from the hide. An artificial layer applied to the surface of the split and is embossed with a leather grain. So although what we see is the same Saffiano print across all the current designer brands, what is actually underneath the surface could be no better than your cheap split leather with a surface coating simply printed with the cross hatch design "Saffiano Leather." Therefore, make sure you know what you're paying for!
The Eyes Have It
Last week I helped a client select eyeglasses and RX sunglasses (from the more than 3300 Schaeffer EyeWorks has available!) To some, frames this may seem like just another accessory, but keep in mind that this "accessory" is worn directly on your face and helps create the image that is the first impression you give someone, especially if they make eye contact upon meeting, as they should. (See the pop-culture inspired sunglasses chart at the end of this post as evidence of just how important what shades one chooses can be.)
As far as which frame for particular face shapes, all you really need to remember is "opposites attract." In other words, if you have a round face, avoid round frames and try square instead. If you have a square face, try oval frames. Hair and skin color also comes into play. You want to coordinate, accentuating undertones or highlights, but be careful not to match, which can wash you out.
When it comes to sunglasses, you can allow your aesthetic preferences dictate a bit more. My client, like me, likes a dark lens with a lot of surface area (covering above and below the eye, offering the added benefit of wrinkle prevention) and some peripheral coverage. So a Jackie O style frame with ever-so-slight wraparound fits this bill.
If you have a classic style, consider wayfarers, which are versatile in that they can be dressed up or dressed down. On that note...guys, sporty frames like Revos or Maui Jims - especially with with cables attached - is not appropriate for suited or dressy casual looks.
No matter what you choose, protect your peepers! They're the only ones you'll ever have!
Fashion Goes High Tech
Fashion has finally caught up to the new millennium's technological advancements, and society's obsession with electronic gadgets proposed to make our lives easier, bodies fitter, etc. In case you hadn't noticed, it's now perfectly acceptable to walk around with a little activity monitor on your wrist, over your eyes, on your pant leg or, heck, even in your bra.
But for those who don't love the look of a rather un-stylish plastic doodad on your person, we've got good news: Fashion designers are getting in on the wearable technology game. Thank goodness we all don't have to look like characters in Fritz Lang's Metropolis.
DVF for Google Glass
DVF Made for Glass has officially arrived at net-a-porter.com and Google. Famous for her invention of the wrap dress, Diane von Furstenberg is now wrapping faces in her very own Google Glass collection, which she recently featured as a runway model accessory. The five spectacle styles ($1,800 each) come with either clear or shaded frames. Along the same lines, there are rumors of a Google Glass/Warby Parker collaboration in 2015.
Tory Burch for Fitbit
If your step/sleep tracker doesn't match your preppy-urban lifestyle, Tory Burch's new collaboration with Fitbit can solve that. The hinged metal bracelet ($195) looks just like any of her other high-end brass cuffs, but this one secretly houses a Fitbit Flex ($100). There's also a Flex-encasing pendant necklace ($175) and printed silicone tracking bracelet ($38), all available for pre-order now with shipping in early October.
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I can't stand messing up pristine white towels with makeup, and yet I do every morning! So I'm loving this black hand towel made by The Turkish Towel Company for just this purpose. Spotted in upscale hotels & inns, I've ordered a set for myself. It will keep my other linens looking nice longer, and cut down on laundry as well! Also makes a unique - and useful! - gift. Order here: http://tinyurl.com/makeuptowel
There are plenty of fashion trends that I choose to skip each season, whether because of my age, size, shape, budget, lifestyle or just plain style sense. Often they are trends that the celebrity set choose to embrace. For example...this Spring, Mad Men's Elizabeth Moss appeared on the cover of New York Magazine wearing a pair of vintage denim overalls and nothing else, bringing to the forefront a trend that actually started on runways in 2013, but that has finally hit the mainstream Summer 2014. Sexy celebs like Alessandra Ambrosio, Julianne Hough and Diane Kruger have been stepping out in overalls and style magazines tout "Take this one-piece from practical to posh!"
While I loved overalls as an 8-year-old and wanted to be a Girl Scout just so I could earn a pair of the kelly-green Liberty's (alas I was not willing to suffer through the brown pinafore years in order to get them), I have not been a fan since, and have never been on board with wearing them as an adult (yes, even if you're pregnant). Now, I'm not saying that it's impossible to look good in overalls. (Full disclosure, I first wrote the word "chic" then deleted it and replaced it with "good.") But I mean, does it really say that much about the wearability of anything just because a Victoria's Secret Model looks hot in them? The fact is, most of us don't look like models or celebrities, so certain trends can be difficult to pull off stylishly. The idea of the average woman wearing overalls, frankly, concerns me greatly. Because for most, before you can say OshKosh B'Gosh, you're looking like The Farmer in the Dell or a Dexy's Midnight Runner. I work with everyday woman who have trouble pulling off skinny jeans, much less dungarees. This is truly a trend for the woman confident in her ability to pull it off.
My point? Don't be a slave to fashion and feel you have to try every trend. However...think you've got what it takes to rock a pair of overalls? Then I'm all for you trying it. Fashion is experimental, after all, it's not a permanent mark - at the end of the day, you can take off that day's stab at style and try again the next.
Fashion Flicks
All of your favorite shows are in summer hiatus and you've already binge watched the entire 2nd season of Orange is the New Black on Netflix, so it's the perfect time to stream some of the best fashion documentaries around. Start with these, my top 5 picks in the genre.
1. Unzipped (1995)
The fashion documentary that launched so many others, this film tracks Isaac Mizrahi at the top of his game as he plans his autumn/winter 1994 collection. With a real fly-on-the-wall feeling, this 20-year-old film has reached almost cult-like status thanks to appearances from Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Kate Moss and Amber Valetta, to name but a few. Mizrahi's hilarious ranting will keep you laughing - I especially love his obsession over the movie Nanook of the North and his desire to see women "walking the dog in a head to toe beast-fut suit." If anything, watch to see how the fashion industry has changed over the last two decades.
2. The September Issue (2009)
For anyone who has ever dreamed of working at a fashion publication, or even just those who are avid readers of them, this is a must-see. Often dubbed the real Devil Wears Prada, current Vogue editor Anna Wintour is a style icon and powerful business woman, in many ways "ruling the roost" of the fashion industry. The film offers insight into the inner workings of the fashion bible, American Vogue, and in particular what it takes to produce the largest issue of the year.
3. Valentino: The Last Emperor (2008)
My favorite of the list, I defy you not to fall a little bit in love with Italian designer Valentino and his partner of over 45 years in business and life, Giancarlo Giammetti, in this touching and insightful portrait of their life together. From reflecting on how they met as young men, their multiple, lavish homes (and pugs, who deserve their own movie), to preparing for Valentino's final Haute Couture show before retiring, this documentary covers all areas of designer's life and career. The dynamic between Valentino and Giancarlo is not only one of obvious trust and respect, but hilarious. Giancarlo is a straight shooter who does not hesitate to tell Valentino things like, "You look a bit too tan." Valentino himself is funny, with his dry sense of humor and flair for the dramatic: "An evening dress that reveals a woman's ankles when she is walking is the most disgusting thing I have ever seen." Overall, this film is like a love letter to the designer, following him as he pieces together a retrospective of his work.
4. Ultrasuede: In Search of Halston (2010)
Halston was arguably the first great American designer who could compete with the European fashion houses. He was the king of the 70's scene, along with Andy Warhol, Studio 54 and all of the era's trappings. But Halston's tragic decline was almost as swift as his ascent. Filmmaker Whitney Sudler-Smith (a socialite's son most recently seen on Bravo's reality show Southern Charm) went on a mission to find Halston's heritage, interviewing his former friends and muses, like Liza Minnelli, along the way.
5. Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf's (2013)
Considered to be at the top of all American department stores and the scene of many an ultimate fashion fantasy (like Barbara Streisand's 1965 TV show segment, a medley filmed in the Fifth Avenue emporium). The Olsen twins, Tom Ford and Marc Jacobs are just a few of the many big fashion names interviewed in this documentary. From the process behind the spectacular Christmas window displays, to a closer look at the work of esteemed personal shopper Betty Halbriech, who has worked at the store for almost 40 years, audiences get a chance to peek behind the doors and into the reality of the fascinating inner workings and fabulous untold stories from Bergdorf Goodman's iconic history.
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For The Boys Part II: Collar Styles
The general guideline is not to wear a collar that is the same shape as your face. Men with long, narrow faces should avoid long pointed collars. Men with a round face should avoid spread collars. However, keep in mind that many variations exist and these guidelines (notice I didn't say rules) do not apply to every man and every situation. The key is to find a collar style in which you are comfortable, is office and/or occasion appropriate and, of course, is in keeping with your style aesthetic. (Don't know your style aesthetic? You may need an advance lesson. See my Style Services page.)
First, let's talk about the parts of a collar:
1. Collar Points - The tips of the collar.
2. Collar Point Length – The distance from the Collar Points to where they meet the Collar Band.
3. Collar Band - the piece of fabric that wraps around the neck.
4. Collar Height - The height of a folded collar as it fits on the neck.
5. Tie Space – The distance between the top of the folded collar parts when the shirt is buttoned.
6. Spread – The distance between Collar Points.
Next, how to achieve proper fit: Check your neck! Some guys just buy their shirts in small, medium, or large. No wonder they don't fit well. You should know your measurements—neck size and arm length—and not just for the sake of it. These numbers are the key to making you look better. If your collar is so loose it hangs off your neck, or so tight it makes your face blush, you're stuck with it. So take action—get measured. And remember The One-Finger Rule: make sure you can comfortably fit one finger between the collar and your neck. If two fingers fit, the collar's too big.
Don't forget the details: The smallest weapons in your style arsenal are collar stays. They keep your collar standing at attention. Stays should come out before your shirts get laundered and go back in when the shirts return clean. Keep one set on your dresser and one in your Dopp kit.
And finally, the collars themselves
Next up...Cuffs. Stay tuned.
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For the Boys
On the newsstands and grocery aisle now is GQ's Style Guide, always a great seasonal resource for men. It got me thinking about the style issues most frequently presented to me by my male clients, so I thought I would cover a few of those topics in a series of posts.
Part I: A History of the Dress Shirt
Many questions revolve around dress shirts - what collar/cuff is best for what occasion, who designs the best shirts, what fabric or pattern should I look for, etc. A majority of men in the US have never custom designed a dress shirt. However, a century ago, all shirts were custom made to the customer's specifications. You would walk into a store like J.C. Penney, peruse fabrics, have measurements taken, and 6 weeks later, a shirt would show up made just for you.
Subsequently, retailers figured out they could save a lot of money by making large runs of limited patterns in a handful of pre-designed sizes. Customers could walk into a store, get a decent approximate fit, and have instant gratification. This significantly dropped costs and, within a generation or two, most men had no idea that there was any other way to order shirts.
In fact, even the term "dress shirt," which signifies a more formal pattern in contrast to a "sports shirt," which is a more casual fabric and style, only became necessary with the rise of the t-shirt as everyday clothing. Our great grandparents would have called a dress shirt nothing more than "a shirt."
This created an interesting cultural split in society. Those who had sufficient resources or the sartorial culture in their family continued to have their dress shirts custom designed, tailored, and made specifically for them. Those who lacked these resources believed that shirts were something you bought off a rack from a local discount retailer. Nowhere is this split more evident than if you walk into a shirt maker's showroom floor with someone who doesn't know the process. I've heard several friends remark about great clothiers, "I stopped in once but didn't see anything I liked, so I left."....having no idea that for every one dress shirt on the showroom floor, there are 100x as many fabrics in the shirting fabric books. The clothing on the racks are mere samples for display purposes.
Up next...Collar & Cuff Styles.
Client Comment
From a Mountain Brook mom:
Thought you'd like to hear the compliment I just received from 20 year old daughter "Mom, I was just looking for something to wear and your closet is so much better than before I left for college". I told her to BACK AWAY SLOWLY HANDS IN THE AIR.
From a Louisiana busninessman:
I'm loving the new look. Even felt comfortable going to a pool party with no undershirt or socks! I want you to come back and continue to help me evolve my look. The rest of these pleated pants have got to go!
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"IT IS BOTH DELUSIONAL AND STUPID TO THINK THAT CLOTHES DON'T REALLY MATTER AND WE SHOULD ALL WEAR WHATEVER WE WANT. MOST PEOPLE DON'T TAKE CLOTHING SERIOUSLY ENOUGH, BUT WHETHER WE SHOULD OR NOT, CLOTHES DO TALK TO US AND WE MAKE DECISIONS BASED ON PEOPLE'S APPEARANCES." - G. Bruce Boyer
Chic TV: Alice + Olivia on Revenge and Modern Family
Great stylists think alike? One of my favorite dresses I selected for a client in early Spring (Feb) was the long floral silk "Triss" dress by alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet, which she wore to her brother's Rehearsal Dinner. Thus I was amused to see Revenge's Emily Thorne wearing the dress in an April episosde. Then, tonight, Haley wore the dress to Cam & Mitchell's wedding on the Modern Family season finale! Take a look a the picture to see the slightly different ways the dresses were styled for each character - see if you notice the slight alteration on Haley's dress.
Chic Images
Often I find style inspiration in everyday life - whether the color of lush green trees or texture of sand on the beach. In Chic Images, I will share these inspirations with you. Here, examples of fashion throughout history, as viewed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and Marksburg Castle in Germany.


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October 31, 2012
I volunteered with KCH in Haiti for the first half of 2012. It was such a great experience. The youth in the program are such an inspiration. I highly recommend KCH.
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The grandMA Hits The Road Again With Bon Jovi
Once again Bon Jovi has taken grandMA on the road. The bandâs 2006 Have A Nice Day tour, which was the first to carry an HD video system with it for the duration of the tour, employed a grandMA for lighting and video control. Now, Bon Joviâs Lost Highway world tour is concluding with a pair of grandMAs in tow. A.C.T Lighting is the exclusive North American distributor of the grandMA. more
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Stendig 2015 Calendar by Massimo Vignelli
Maxwell's Daily Find 11.25.14
Stendig 2015 Calendar
• $39.95
• Crate and Barrel
Now is the time to stock up for next year and this is one of the two best, classic, oversized, modern calendars I know of (the other is the Pentagram). Designed in 1966 by Massimo Vignelli and part of the collection of the Museum of Modern Art, it arranges the days in a European fashion with Monday the first day of the week on the left. Months alternate black and white. Go Bold!
Hess Red Clay Pie Plates
Maxwell's Daily Find 11.23.14
Hess Red Clay Pie Plates
• $40
• Hess Pottery
Years ago we had a pie at a friend's house and what caught our attention (before the delicious eating part) was the pie plate. Simple, smooth and noticeably attractive we had to ask, "Where did you get that pie plate?"
It turned out to be a gift.
After calling up the giver and having her root around in her credit card reciept drawer we discovered Hess Pottery. Started in 1979 by Tom Hess, Hess Pottery is a remarkable, small-shop pottery company where one man's passion for perfecting his art has never stopped. Over 31 years, Tom Hess has experimented, fiddled with and improved his process of making and shaping his clay so that now people like mysef interrupt dinners to ask, "Where did you get that pie plate?" Happy pie season!
Countdown is On! Etsy Advent Calendar Roundup
One of my fondest childhood memories is anxiously awaiting the arrival of December 1st, for that was when the Christmas season in our family truly began. We brought out the felt Advent calendar my great aunt Helen had made, and the countdown had begun. Here is our roundup of more handmade Advent calendars, boxes, and tags to carry on the tradition in your home.
10 Scene-Stealing Modern Coffee Tables
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Raphael Dark Blue Wallpaper
Maxwell's Daily Find 11.21.14
Raphael Dark Blue Wallpaper
• Call for pricing
I found this on Pinterest and found it stunning. Swedish wallpaper from Sandberg and available in NYC via Stark. Raphael comes in four colorways, and the other collections are super beautiful as well.
Cool Gifts & Gadgets for the Tech Lover on Your Christmas List
IKEA's New "Greatest Hits" Collection: ARGANG Limited Edition Vintage Archive Updates
We just got the news that IKEA is launching a limited edition collection called ARGANG which includes "greatest hits" selections of furniture and accessories from throughout their 70 year design history. We've got pics and prices for all the pieces, so jump below for an updated blast of IKEA's stylish past...
Decorating with Toddlers: 10 Kid-Proof Coffee Tables
Apartment Therapy's Annual Guide
A friend of mine is redecorating her living room, and she mentioned that she had had a hard time coming up with a coffee table suitable for her toddler. Charged with a mission, I've come up with 10 options that have rounded corners and resilient and durable surfaces not made of glass, which are relatively easy to clean and are solid enough that they won't tip over with the weight of a crawler.
Grue Floor Lamp by Lambert & Fils
Maxwell's Daily Find 11.20.14
Grue Floor Lamp by Lambert & Fils
• $960
Stunning and unique, from Montreal based Samuel Lambert: Brass, powder-coated aluminum with black nylon wire.


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* Rom. 12:12
"The world has yet to see what God can do with and for and through and in a man who is fully and wholly consecrated to Him."
- Henry Varley to DL Moody
"I felt only as a man can feel who is roaming over the prairies of the far West, well armed, and mounted on a fleet and gallant steed." - Buffalo Bill
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All Eyes On Me Achievement Awards 2008 recap
Christian rap's mostly unknown trailblazers and historical landmarks were celebrated on June 21 in Houston, Texas.
Although members of the hip hop culture have been spreading the Gospel through their music and art for over two decades, many of its newer members remain ignorant of their own past. As a result, the All Eyes On Me Achievement Awards (formerly known as the Texas Holy Hip Hop Awards) decided to mark its national expansion by dissolving competitive recognition categories and devoting this year's entire ceremony to honoring its veterans.Add a comment


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Counterparties: Can poor nations manufacture wealth?
Welcome to the¬ÝCounterparties email. The sign-up page is¬Ýhere, it'Äôs just a matter of checking a box if you'Äôre already registered on the Reuters website. Send suggestions, story tips and complaints to¬ÝCounterparties.email@example.com
Dani Rodrik has a provocative piece for Project Syndicate arguing that the¬Ýquest for growth has gotten more elusive over the past few years. During the second half of the 20th Century, he says, if poor countries wanted to grow up to be rich (and didn't have the patrimony of natural resource wealth), they would have to first "move their labor from the countryside (or informal activities) to organized manufacturing". Manufacturing industries are relatively easy to replicate; they create rapid growth in productivity and incomes "regardless of the quality of domestic¬Ýpolicies, institutions, or geography".
That world is gone now. Achieving an Asian Tiger-style growth miracle is trickier for a couple of reasons:
Technological advances have rendered manufacturing much more skill- and capital-intensive than it was in the past, even at the low-quality end of the spectrum … It will be impossible for the next generation of industrializing countries to move 25% or more of their workforce into manufacturing, as East Asian economies did.
Second, globalization in general, and the rise of China in particular, has greatly increased competition on world markets, making it difficult for newcomers to make space for themselves. Although Chinese labor is becoming more expensive, China remains a formidable competitor for any country contemplating entry into manufactures.
Ryan Avent points us to a recent column in the Economist that reaches the opposite conclusion: "[m]odern supply chains are making it easier for economies to industrialise". In a blog post, he finds Rodrik's concerns wanting:
For the moment, Mr Rodrik's concerns appear somewhat unfounded. Chinese manufacturing is very capital intensive, and yet employment in industry there has been remarkably consistent over the past two decades. Admittedly, this is partly due to declining employment in old state enterprises offsetting rising employment in new, export-oriented firms. But across the rich and emerging world, falling labour intensity in manufacturing does not appear to limit the contribution of industry to prosperity.
Rodrik and Avent disagree over the extent to which manufacturing can spark catchup growth, but both seem to take it as a given that it's still the best path to follow for countries that want to get rich. It's at least a much more empirical view than Deirdre McCloskey's thesis that countries get rich once their citizens "stopped sneering at market innovativeness and other bourgeois virtues". 'Äì¬ÝPeter Rudegeair
On to today's links:
SEC drops mortgage charges against Goldman 'Äì¬ÝDealBook
Asset Classes
Lessons in lobster pricing 'Äì¬ÝNYT
"Turning bad jobs into good jobs is arguably as important as creating more jobs" 'Äì¬ÝDemos
Price Points
Calm down, the drought will not have much effect on America's already low food prices 'Äì¬ÝWSJ
MF Doom
Jon Corzine is just waiting for anyone with a Bloomberg terminal to get in touch 'Äì¬ÝZero Hedge
Quote of the Day
"[Federal] agencies will be asked to test complex or lengthy forms … by seeing if people can actually understand them." 'Äì¬ÝWhite House
Record low mortgage rates could be even lower "if banks were satisfied with the profit margins of just a few years ago" 'Äì¬ÝDealBook
Charts: how low mortgage rates and even lower bond yields mean increased profit margins for mortgage originators 'Äì¬ÝDealBook
Arizona and California, epicenters of the housing crisis, now have foreclosure rates below the national average 'Äì¬ÝWSJ
Own to rent: a pilot program allows homeowners to avoid foreclosure by renting their homes 'Äì¬ÝWSJ
New Normal
Fear-driven productivity gains: Scared workers are putting in extra, unreported hours 'Äì¬ÝBusinessweek
EU Mess
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Letter from doomed soldier helped change congressman's mind on Afghan withdrawal dateSubmitted by BurningsiriusΩ™ on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 19:20
TAMPA — Sarah Sitton knew her husband Matt, an Army staff sergeant, was upset he and his men were forced to trudge through fields laden with improvised explosive devices.
She knew he was so concerned he wrote a letter essentially predicting his own death to U.S. Rep. C.W. Bill Young, who attended the same Largo church as the Sittons.
What surprised her was how much impact the letter would have.
Young this week reversed his position on Afghanistan, a change of heart he says came in part because of Sitton's letter. In a position opposite that held by most leaders of his party, the influential Republican is now calling for U.S. troops to leave the country ahead of the 2014 deadline called for by President Barack Obama.
He also has called a hearing for 10 a.m. Thursday to ask the agency in charge of protecting troops against IEDs to explain why so many are still dying and suffering horrific injuries despite an annual budget of nearly $3 billion.
Sitton was killed Aug. 2 by an IED in the same field he had complained about in his letter. He was 26.
"I don't feel Matt's service was in vain," said Sarah Sitton, who now is raising the couple's 10-month-old son, Brodey, on her own. "Because with him leaving that letter behind to the Congressman, I hope that it saves others that may come in the future."
Young, the senior Republican in the House of Representatives and the chairman of the influential House Appropriations Committee Defense Subcommittee, said he has "always supported the war efforts."
But Young said two issues – troops like Sitton killed and maimed by IEDs, and the growing number of troops killed by Afghan forces they are training – moved him to waver from his commitment not to second-guess military leaders.
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Here is the most telling part about our military leadership:
Sitton wrote his letter after his command "told him to quit whining," Young said.
Stop whining that you have to patrol a death field.
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cowardly commanders...
pushing brave soldiers to their deaths
its pathetic
i WON'T support it!
neither will Ron Paul
God bless this mother and son. God bless all the mothers and children.
Ron Paul
its 'cos I owe ya, my young friend...
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This has now made it to the MSM
It is on Yahoo front page.
Maybe now we can this topic back in the spotlight where it belongs.
It's too bad Rep. Young had not done some
critical thinking before hand. Unfortunately it usually takes something hitting a little too close to home - well - for it to hit home. Too bad he had not joined the DP. Someone should send him and invite ;)
Hopefully this gets traction and Mrs. Sitton can at least know her husband did not die in vane - that maybe he was the proverbial straw.
Condolences to an American Patriot.
Nobody deserves to die young in a foreign country while fighting a war for evil people!
End these bloody wars!
Yes. I wonder how many such letters have been
ignored by the comfortable, fat Mandarins in D.C.?
To little too late from this SOB
four years ago this might have had a real impact.
Release the Sandy Hook video.


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- Cartoon Characters: Jack, Aku.
- Voice Actors: Phil LaMarr, Mako, Sab Shimono.
- Directed By Rob Renzetti, Genndy Tartakovsky.
- Produced By Brian A. Miller, Genndy Tartakovsky, Diana Ritchey.
- Animated By Seong Chan Lee.
- Written By Chris Mitchell, Carey Yost.
- Music: James L. Venable.
- First Aired on December 03, 2001.
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Asha the Gorilla's Expected "Little" Bundle of Joy is "Big" Part of a Much Larger Picture.
The Cincinnati Zoo Primate Department provides excellent care for our extended family of about 25 primate species, which includes approximately 70 individuals. A lot of effort goes into their care and proper management. In addition to the basic nutritionally balanced diet, exemplary husbandry, and dynamic environmental enrichment, a comprehensive operant conditioning (OC) program has been in place for more than ten years. Operant conditioning with positive reinforcement refers to a method of training that incorporates building a trusting relationship with the animals along with a systemic communication technique that allows keepers to cooperatively shape desired behaviors needed from them to make the animals' lives better.
For instance through OC training, the Zoo's Western-lowland gorillas have numerous behaviors that they will offer to aid in evaluating health. The gorillas will present their hands, feet, ears, bellies, backs, knees, shoulders, open their mouths, and stick out their tongues, all on cue followed by a positive reinforcement, which is usually a favorite food item like grapes. OC is engaging and mentally stimulating for the gorillas and allows keepers and vets the opportunity to do some important work with them. The Zoo's gorillas will also allow cardiac ultrasound imaging work to be done, all voluntarily, while awake, through a protective mesh safely separating the keepers and gorillas. Training techniques are also used to encourage natural behaviors and help form a cohesive social dynamic within the family group.
Recently, we initiated some maternal management behavior training with an expecting gorilla named "Asha". One of our primary goals was to do regular fetal ultrasounds throughout the pregnancy. Early on in the pregnancy, primate keeper Ashley Ashcraft worked as the primary trainer for this. As with most of the OC work, the zoo's wonderful vet techs, Jenny Kroll and Amy Long, were also included to assist with the monitoring, along with additional help from the Zoo's Lindner Center for Conservation & Research of Endangered Wildlife (CREW) scientists. Throughout Asha's gestation we have been able to follow along with fetal development and are still doing ultrasounds once or twice a week as we come down to parturition. At this point, the fetus is a little too big to see fully on ultrasound but we clearly see a good heartbeat and movement. Asha, understandably, rests a lot and eats like a horse. She is still well within the predicted birth period so all is looking good. Gorillas have a gestation period of 250 to 280 days.
Asha will be a first-time mom but has great history with younger siblings, from growing up in Brownsville, Texas. She has also had the chance to watch little Gladys, with her surrogate mother "Mlinzi", for additional lessons. The Zoo's team of volunteer observers are also watching Asha overnight, by remote monitor, just to be extra safe. The family group Asha currently lives with is very cohesive and lead by the great silverback, named "Jomo," who is also very good with little ones.
Jomo (formally of the Toronto Zoo) and Asha, along with approximately 360 other gorillas in about 50 zoos, are managed cooperatively through something called a Species Survival Plan(SSP) under the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The SSP carefully tracks the genetics of each gorilla, gorilla personalities and facilities, and with critical input from each zoo, develops a comprehensive Masterplan every two years that outlines recommended transfers for breeding, or to help social situations. Zoos are very altruistic in how they view gorillas and work hard together for the betterment of the overall big picture management.
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Meet Children's Zoo Keeper Eunice Frahm
Contributors: Paul Sambrano, Wendy Rice & Linda Castaneda
When it comes to representing the zookeeping profession, Eunice Frahm makes us proud in so many ways. Eunice works as a keeper and trainer in the Children's Zoo. Few keepers rival her incredible enthusiasm when it comes to visitor engagement. If you've walked anywhere on Zoo grounds in the last few years, then you've seen Eunice parading some of her collection animals around to the delight of visitors and Zoo employees alike!
She is hard working, has a great attitude and is a progressive thinker focused on problem-solving. She is an incredible example for her colleagues, and her enthusiasm and passion for animals spread to everyone around her.
Since joining the Children's Zoo team, Eunice has turned her collection of domestics into one of the most popular animal shows at the Zoo, the Barnyard Bonanza. Her impressive training abilities even allow children a rare opportunity to become part of the show by racing chickens and giving goats high fives, embracing visitor engagement on a level unrivaled by any other show at the Zoo.
Paul Sambrano (Eunice's colleague) has a nickname for her, hummingbird, because just like the
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things don't go accordingly. No matter how tired or sick she is, Eunice is always ready to work. As a keeper, she's always looking out for the well-being of every animal, and to Eunice, every animal is equally important to the collection.
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Meet Rhino Keeper, Marj Barthel
Contributors: Megan-Kate Ferguson & Wendy Rice
When it comes to dedication, Marj Barthel exemplifies the word. Marj works as a keeper in the Rhino Reserve (also called the Veldt). She is extremely committed to her team of coworkers at the Veldt, as well as her collection of animals. Her passion for her profession is evident in all that she does, and she truly embodies loyalty to her animals.
One of the more difficult aspects of the zookeeping profession is managing the many different responsibilities that require our attention on a daily basis. Regardless of the demands, Marj always puts her animals first. Because the animals cannot speak for themselves, it is essential that we keep their best interests in mind with all decision-making, and Marj accomplishes this with zeal. Marj effectively manages her daily routine to ensure that there is enough time to spend on training with her animals. She recognizes the value in training and utilizes it to not only meet the needs of the animals, but also to ensure that our guests have a memorable experience at the Zoo. By making time for extra training, Marj is able to improve the quality of life for her animals by minimizing stress and facilitating basic husbandry.
Arguably one of the most important qualities a zookeeper can have is passion. In a job where the work can be so exhausting and emotionally draining, only the keepers with true passion are able to push through the hardest days and keep on fighting the good fight. Passion and enthusiasm can be contagious, and anyone who has worked alongside of Marj can tell you first-hand how passionate she is about her animals and her work. The emotional ties she has with her animals are apparent and she very obviously loves each of the creatures in her care.
While Marj may be an introvert at heart, she pushes herself past her comfort level to deliver keeper chats and provide behind-the-scenes tours whenever it is asked of her. She is a significant part of her team and she is integral to the daily lives and care of her animals.
At the core of this profession, there must be a love of animals and a respect for wildlife. Marj absolutely represents this core value, and we are so glad to have her on our team.
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NEW DELHI, Nov 27 (Reuters) - ConocoPhillips' partners in Kazakhstan's Kashagan field, the biggest oilfield discovery in over four decades, have 60 days to decide whether they want an 8.4 percent stake in the project promised to India's Oil and Natural Gas Corp.
ConocoPhillips says it intends to sell its Kashagan stake to ONGC Videsh, the Indian group's overseas investment arm, for about $5 billion. But existing partners in the Kashagan project - state-run KazMunaiGas, Italy's Eni, ExxonMobil, Inpex Corp of Japan, Royal Dutch Shell and France's Total - have the right of first refusal on the stake.
ONGC Videsh Managing Director D.K. Sarraf told Reuters the Kazakhstan government has six months to approve the deal after the expiry of a 60-day period for partners to exercise their pre-emption rights.
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KazMunaiGas has bought stakes from consortium members in the past, entering in 2005 by purchasing half of BG Group's 16.7 percent stake when that was put up for sale. Three years later, it bought around another 8.4 percent from consortium members.
Analysts said Shell and Exxon were unlikely to want to exercise their right of first refusal because of the ongoing problems at the project. Inpex, Japan's biggest energy explorer, which has a 7.56 percent stake in Kashagan, said it couldn't comment on the move by ONGC or whether it was offered the stake by ConocoPhillips.
With ONGC's domestic output flat for years, India now buys nearly 80 percent of its oil needs and is the world's fourth-biggest oil importer. It is under pressure from the government to meet rising demand.
"We can bring it (the oil) to India, and other options are also there. There is a CPC pipeline and some pipelines are coming from Russia," Sarraf said, referring to the Caspian Pipeline Consortium facility. "We will look at all options, including selling it on spot markets."
ONGC has a 20 percent stake in Russia's Sakhalin-1 project, operated by ExxonMobil, and normally sells its equity oil through spot tenders.
The acquisition would likely add 1 million tonnes (20,000 barrels per day) to ONGC Videsh's annual production over 25 years, with its share of output significantly higher in later stages of development.
"We have a target of 20 million tonnes of oil and gas production by 2017-18 and 60 million tonnes by 2029-30, and today our production is less than 9 million tonnes. This would help us bridge the gap to an extent and help in energy security," Sarraf said.
ConocoPhillips, which has been shedding overseas assets to cut debt and increase its investment in lower-cost domestic shale oil and gas, said on Monday the book value of assets related to its Kashagan interest was about $5.5 billion as of end-September, and it would take an after-tax impairment of about $400 million.
Sarraf said a deal may be funded through a mix of loans from ONGC and overseas borrowings. "We have yet to finalise the funding plan," he said.
ONGC Videsh, which holds a 25 percent share in the Satpayev block in Kazakhstan, owns stakes in assets in more than a dozen countries - including Myanmar, Vietnam, Sudan, South Sudan, Russia, Azerbaijan, Syria, Libya, Brazil, Colombia and Venezuela.
ONGC shares, valued at more than $38 billion, traded down 0.4 percent on Tuesday at 249 rupees.
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