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New York Monday
May 16, 2010 | Filed Under New York Monday | 9 Comments
There are always pedestrians and motorists on 34th Street. It's a busy place. In case you're looking for the subway, the sign makes sure that you can't miss it. 😉
Have a wonderful week, everyone!
Cinnamon Teacake
May 6, 2010 | Filed Under Baking, Cakes, Cinnamon Teacake | 11 Comments
When Rosa's Yummy Yums tweeted about a Cinnamon Teacake, she'd just made, I was enticed and wanted to know more. When I asked her if she was going to blog about her teacake, she said no because she was too busy (I certainly know the feeling). However, she kindly passed along the recipe to me. See for yourself how simple this recipe is. It's worth a try. The cake is nice and light and really tastes best when it comes right out of the oven.
Cinnamon Teacake
60 gm butter, softened
1 tsp Vanilla essence
2/3 cup (150 gm) caster sugar
1 egg
1 cup (150 gm) Self-rising flour
1/3cup (80ml) milk
10 gm butter
1tsp ground cinnamon
1 Tbsp, extra caster sugar
Preheat oven to 180 degree C (350-375F), 10 minutes before baking. Grease deep 20 cm-round cake pan; line base with baking paper. Beat butter, essence, sugar and egg in a smal bowl with electric mixer until light and fluffy; this process will take 5-10 minutes, depending on the type of mixer used.
Using wooden spoon, gently stir in sifted flour and milk. Make sure that there are no lumps. Spread mixture into prepared pan.
Bake cake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes. Turn cake onto wire rack then turn top-side up; brush top with extra melted butter, sprinkle with combined cinnamon and extra sugar. Serve warm with butter, if desired.
Notes: Take care to thoroughly beat the butter, essence, sugar and egg will result in a light-as-air texture to this cake, best when eaten warm with butter (Source: Australian Women's Weekly Magazine). Though this is best eaten on the day it's made, you can store this cake at room temperature in a air tight container for up to 2 days.
Substitution for self-rising flour — for 1 cup, add 1 1/2 tsp baking powder and 1/4 tsp salt to 1 cup all purpose flour. (Source: http://www.joyofbaking.com)
Substitution for caster sugar: for 1 cup caster sugar, process 1 cup granulated sugar in food processor until fine. (Source: http://www.joyofbaking.com)
New York Monday: On the East River
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Sorry, I'm a day late (Just pretend it's Monday when you look at this post.) This is a view from the
dirty window of a building near the East River (on a sort of cloudy day). I couldn't make up my mind, which photo to use. So you are getting all three. Tell me which one you prefer.
Have a great week!
This tug boat is pulling the larger barge. I wonder what's on it.
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London Heathrow airport is preparing to receive its annual influx of passengers from China travelling to London to celebrate Chinese New Year. According to the airport, Chinese passengers account for about 25% of total luxury spend at the airport despite representing less than 1% of total travellers.
To help those customers navigate the airport's retail offer, Heathrow's retail team produce leaflets in Mandarin following insight into the purchasing behaviour of customers, which indicates that Chinese travellers respond well to leaflets and spend "a significant amount of time" online planning their luxury shopping experience in advance. Mandarin-speaking customer service staff are also available.
The airport said that British brands such as Burberry and Mulberry as well as luxury watches perform particularly well with Chinese customers at Heathrow, who are keen to purchase "the best of British" on UK soil and avoid the luxury goods tax incurred in China.
Heathrow will also host a series of events including traditional Chinese music, dragon dancing, festive food sampling and taster classes in the art of Zhezhi (paper designs) to celebrate Chinese New Year. Retail director Muriel Zingraff said: "We are passionate about creating memorable experiences and celebrating worldwide events that are important to our passengers. While Chinese passengers represent a relatively small proportion of our total passenger volume, these customers are extremely important to us and have very definite ideas about their luxury brand experience which we are delighted to provide at Heathrow."


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Many investors are unfamiliar with the world of energy trust investments, those peculiar corporate entities that buy up productive assets from oil and gas producers, package them and then resell them to investors looking for securities with higher payouts. Essentially, investors are buying a piece of the cash flow from those purchased assets – royalties on the wells, in this case – that are repaid to them by way of a dividend.
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An Investment Without Borders
These investments have become very popular in both Canada and the U.S. in the last decade. Below is a highlight of a number of the slickest names from both sides of the border.
Harvest Energy Trust (NYSE:HTE) collects revenues from properties mainly in Western Canada, though it operates a refinery in Newfoundland that produces 115,000 barrels a day. The shares pay a mighty 9.5% dividend (5 cents per share announced for the month of June, 2009) and trade with a very comfortable price/earnings multiple of just 4.5.
Harvest Energy stock is up over 100% in the last three months trade.
Zargon Energy Trust (OTCBB:ZARFF) trades 25% above its 52-week lows, but the payout on this trust is an eye-popping 13% annually (18 cents per share announced to be paid on July 15). And for those who doubt, Zargon is one of the few oil and gas trusts that saw in increase in its last dividend move. Zargon has maintained its current payout level for 43 months. The P/E on this oil exploration company is 4.5-times last year's earnings.
Drilling for Cash Dividends
Precision Drilling Trust (NYSE:PDS) has assets in the drilling business, including over 200 rigs in Canada, 150 in the U.S. and a few more operating in Mexico and Chile. In addition to the rigs, Precision Drilling supplies the camps with everything from catering to wastewater facilities. (To take advantage of all your investing options, you need to know them, read 20 Investments You Should Know.)
The trust is up nearly 200% from mid-March, when it traded for a mere $2, to stand currently at $5.50. Ironically, the move began directly after the trust suspended its monthly distribution, citing the need to shore up its balance sheet and more effectively meet its debt obligations. Precision Drilling trades with a P/E of 3.5.
Crescent Point Energy Trust (OTCBB:CPGCF) is an active Canadian acquisitor of oil and gas assets of all stripes. In just the last year, Crescent Point acquired four major companies or divisions, including their recent purchase of assets of Talisman Energy Inc. (NYSE:TLM) on March 4, 2009.
Crescent Point yields 8.40% annually and trades with a P/E ratio of 8.19. The trust's shares are up 75% since bottoming last December. Crescent Point was another in that elite group thats last move with the dividend was to increase it. (Unit investment trusts provide direct exposure to the energy sector, fueling better returns, for more see Investing In Oil And Gas UITs.)
The Wrap
Trust investments have to be understood before they're placed in a portfolio. But for those who can find a place for them, these energy-related royalty trusts offer great regular payouts and, if oil keeps rising, a chance for outsized capital gains.


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A whisker of a trend
I've always been a fan of Melbourne-based designer Beci Orpin's label Princess Tina (she of quirky and cool sterling silver jewellery pieces) and I really dig her fun approach to fashion. One of my favourite necklaces is her sterling silver raincloud, which never fails to attract comments whenever I wear it. And how cool are her happy/sad teeth accessories?
So I pounced on her latest look-book when it arrived in my inbox last week, and I couldn't help but notice the recurring cat motifs throughout her collection. And a quick look around revealed that there's more than a passing interest in kittens at the moment. Take, for instance, the leading image for Topshop's new S/S 08 collection:
Kute kitty, indeed! Now, I must confess at this stage that whilst I'm firmly in the "dog camp" when it comes to the dog/cat divide, I do have a few feline friends (shout out to Toby in Sydney, Kubie in Melbourne, and Oscar in the flat downstairs). But enough of that purring. Take a look at some other fab feline finds:
Top row, from left to right:
1. Summer Cats, Scratching Post EP. I know, I never (and shouldn't!) write about music, but how could I resist two of the cutest album covers around? Twee album art aside, this Melbourne band is seriously good if you're into sweet sunshine-y indie pop. (And I am.) Former Earthmen lead singer Scott Steven's soaring vocals deliver a tasty treat not to be missed. Check them out on their myspace page now.
2. Cat print tee, £16, from Topshop.
3. Pink and brown cat kitchen tea towel, US$14, from PataPri's Etsy shop. (Ack, this just sold-out, but check back again in a few days and it might be up again.)
Second row, from left to right:
1. Two-headed kitten necklace, US$186, from Anomaly Jewelry's Etsy shop.
2. Perspex cat brooch from Princess Tina (available late February 2008). See online stockists such as www.orderandprogress.com.au, www.giantrobot.com and www.magic-pony.com.
3. Fawn G Canvas Critters, US$16, from Urban Outfitters (thanks to Print & Pattern for the pointer).
Third row, from left to right:
1. Bitey cat tote bag by Ferdinand, US$20, from The Curiosity Shoppe.
2. Lush life cat with bird limited edition print, US$35, from MatteArt's Etsy shop.
3. Hand-embroidered Majic Cats Mini in Purple Mystery, US$55, from Flying Star Toy's Etsy shop.
Fourth row, from left to right:
1. Cat print tee, by Princess Tina. (Not available until late February 2008). (Stockists as before).
2. Summer Cats single (as before).
3. Sabuda Pop-Up Cat Note Cards, US$21.95 for a set of eight, from MoMA.


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Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Halloween Ectoplasm Slimed Popcorn
This yummy Halloween foodie idea was inspired by Purple Chocolat Home. I could not resist the idea of sliming popcorn with ectoplasm! Made me nostalgic for Ghostbusters.
The Popcorn
The original recipe originally calls for microwaved popcorn. I may not be afraid of ghosts but my microwave freaks me out. As a result, I made old school popcorn.
Heat a pot on medium-high heat. Add enough canola oil to coat the bottom.
Add 3 popcorn kernels and cover the pot with the lid.
When the kernels have popped you know the oil is hot enough to add more popcorn.
Cover, shake a bit and wait until the popping slows down.
Your popcorn is ready!
The Ectoplasm
I got out my foolproof Epicure chocolate decorator and filled it with Epicure's stunning white chocolate.
I microwaved it and something went terribly wrong! This was during the time Vincent Price was haunting my kitchen and screwing everything up so I blame him.
So I tried to microwave the white chocolate in my microwave and of course, it got to the point of being scorched.
Instead of giving up, I heated up some heavy cream, topped the chocolate with it, waited... and then finally it came together.
I added green food colouring paste to the chocolate and started drizzling.
Don't forget to also add salt! The chocolate is very sweet and adding that bit of salt helps balance the flavour.
I had forgotten how much having popcorn reminded me of Halloween parties growing up. This is a fun and easy idea (if you can figure out how to melt the chocolate) that really is affordable to make. It takes a classic foodie treat like popcorn and makes it special and kind of freaky at the same time.
Despite the challenges, this is one of my favourite new Halloween treats of the year!
3 comments:
- Sara said...
I'm afraid I might eat the entire bowl myself. Sounds and looks horrifically yummy. (sorry)
- October 24, 2012 at 9:31 PM
- Debra She Who Seeks said...
You're going to have to perform an exorcism or something to get rid of Vincent Price. Apparently he never knows when it's time to go home!
- October 24, 2012 at 10:54 PM
- Suzie Ridler said...
Sara, that is the danger of making this treat! I had a hard time backing away from it. Who knew ectoplasm tasted so good?
Debra, thankfully after I worked on the video the spooky stuff stopped! I'm hoping that from now on, the rest of the disasters will be my own damn fault. That Vincent is powerful though!
- October 25, 2012 at 6:43 AM
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Elegant in its simplicity and beauty, the church is a perfect setting for a country wedding. Observances to be followed when booking and using the Old North Church for weddings are as follows:
1. The Old North Church Committee recognizes that users of the building may designate the leadership of their scheduled event to a "responsible person" of their own choosing who may or may not have credentials as a religious leader
2. The officiating clergy or lay leader is asked to contact the wedding coordinator prior to the wedding.
3. At least two committee members will be in attendance at the rehearsal and wedding to supervise lighting lamps, etc.
4. Rehearsal is to be held, when possible, early enough to avoid lighting lamps.
5. There are about 45 lamps,which may be lighted at the ceremony. Committee members only may handle the lamps used. Three lighted candles may be allowed at the discretion of the committee and may be used only on the first level of the church.
6. Payment for the use of the church is due at the rehearsal, or may be paid before to Gail Devereaux, Treasurer, 23 Wheelock Road, Danville, VT 05828, or to any committee member. The cost is $200 for any bride or groom living in Danville or North Danville and $250.00 for all others.
7. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed and there can be no smoking within the church.
8. There can be no auxiliary power for recorded music.
9. Avoid spillage of water from flower vases on the tables and floor.
10. Photographers are asked to use care in the vicinity of the lighted lamps for the protection of all.
11. If preferred, we will move flags in the pulpit, but the flag in the rear of the church must remain in place.
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U.S. News Ranks Millersville in Top 100
U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges issued for 2014 ranked Millersville University 81 in the category of Best Regional Universities–in the North region. That's up from 86 last year. The ratings were released today, September 10. Other Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) universities in this category were ranked as follows: West Chester 74, Slippery Rock and Shippensburg were tied at 93, Bloomsburg 95, Kutztown and East Stroudsburg were both ranked 116, Edinboro was 126 and Mansfield and California University of Pennsylvania were both 135. Cheyney, Clarion and Lock Haven were in the second tier, while Indiana University of Pennsylvania was ranked 177 in the category, "National Universities." The print edition of the "Best Colleges 2014" guidebook can be purchased online now or on newsstands Sept. 24.
U.S. News & World Report rankings are based on the following factors:
Peer assessment 22.5 percent
Retention 22.5 percent
Faculty resources 20 percent
Student selectivity 12.5 percent
Financial resources 10 percent
Graduation rates 7.5 percent
Alumni giving 5 percent
So…we are no longer #1 in the State System???
US News needs to look into the issues at the Millersville PSSI program. Why are so few white students admitted to this program
Editor's Note:Information on the Pre-Scholars Summer Institute (PSSI) can be found on Millersville's website at http://www.millersville.edu/msp/index.php.
Students may be referred for program consideration based on an initial screening of their general application for admission to the University. Both economic and educational factors are weighed. School counselors also sometimes refer students. A secondary screening requires that students submit letters of reference, an essay, and family financial information. Additionally, an interview is required. The secondary screening seeks to discover other student characteristics that will correlate with likely post-secondary success including: resilience, realistic self-appraisal, long-term goal orientation, positive self-concept, leadership, service in the community, mentorship, and dealing successfully with systemic challenges.


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April 22, 2014
The Future Of Produce Prices
By now, most Americans are aware that California is in the throws of an extreme drought, one that threatens the livelihoods of many Californians. That should be enough to concern others, but if it is not, this just might: the drought in California means that grocery items will increase in price for all Americans.
Recently, Arizona State University released information about research completed by ASU Professor Timothy Richards of the W. P. Carey School of Business as to just which crops will increase in price the most. His research included using "retail-sales data from the Nielsen Perishables Group, an industry analytics and consulting firm, to estimate price elasticities – how much the prices might vary – for the fruit and vegetable crops most likely to be affected by the drought. Those most vulnerable are the crops that use the most water and simply won't be grown, or those sensitive to reductions in irrigation."
So just what are the most vulnerable crops? Well, avocados and lettuce will likely see the biggest price percentage jumps at 28 percent and 34 percent respectively. California is the only state that serves as a domestic source for avocados and is the biggest national supplier of lettuce. Avocados and lettuce are not the only crops that will feel the pressure. Here is a breakdown of the most likely affected crops given by ASU:
- Avocados likely to go up 17 to 35 cents to as much as $1.60 each.
- Berries likely to rise 21 to 43 cents to as much as $3.46 per clamshell container.
- Broccoli likely to go up 20 to 40 cents to a possible $2.18 per pound.
- Grapes likely to rise 26 to 50 cents to a possible $2.93 per pound.
- Lettuce likely to rise 31 to 62 cents to as much as $2.44 per head.
- Packaged salad likely to go up 17 to 34 cents to a possible $3.03 per bag.
- Peppers likely to go up 18 to 35 cents to a possible $2.48 per pound.
- Tomatoes likely to rise 22 to 45 cents to a possible $2.84 per pound.
Now, I have to admit as an avid fruit and veggie lover and as a vegetarian, if these estimates prove true, I will see a noticeable increase in my grocery bill. Perhaps the worst part of this affect of the drought is that fruits and veggies are already expensive, and many do not eat them because of their cost in comparison to, say, ramen noodles. If the price goes up even more, these individuals may not even look at produce because they simply will not be able to afford fruits and veggies.
Most know that a healthy, well-rounded diet requires fruits and veggies for a variety of reasons: vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, protein, fiber, and other nutrients. But if, or probably more likely, when these prices increase due to the drought, many shoppers will be even less likely to put the produce in their carts.
My initial concern when first I learned of the drought was for the farmers who will be immediately affected by it. Now, though, that concern has grown to all Americans, myself included. I will continue to buy produce because otherwise I would not be able to eat much of anything. But I will have to adjust my budget to do so. I do not have a solution for a natural disaster; however, the more informed we are about what will come out of the drought, the sooner we can start working on our budgets and preparing for the increase in price. We all must prepare for the outcome of such an extreme drought.
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The Chicago Bears put together a truly remarkable season when nobody gave them a chance. The NFC North was supposed to come down to the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers, while the Bears were an afterthought. Instead, Chicago went 11-5 on the season and 5-1 within the division to capture the North title. The Bears also clinched the No. 2 seed and a first-round bye with their efforts. If you want to wager against the odds on this team to win the big dance, then you will find Chicago at +1200 to win Super Bowl XLV.
Chicago has been winning with defense, getting back to the way they played in the 1980's and even when they made another Super Bowl run in 2006 with a 13-3 record. General manager Jerry Angelo has done a great job putting this team together, and the $91.5 million, six-year contract he gave to defensive end Julius Peppers is already paying major dividends. He has 54 tackles, 8 sacks, 3 forced fumbles and 2 interceptions this season while wreaking havoc in opposing backfields. Almost all of their improvement this season can be attributed to Peppers, as he has given the defensive line the proven pass rusher they have been looking for. Still, Angelo doesn't believe this is his most talented team since he took over after the 2000 season.
"I don't see this as a team with great talent," Angelo said, "but I see this as a team that's played well together and really responded to the adversity that every team goes through. The word 'resilient' has been used several times, and I think that really is a good word to define this team, and hopefully we'll keep that resiliency going on into the playoffs." Angelo remembers back to when the Green Bay Packers signed Reggie White, and compares the signing of Peppers very similar in that he could not afford to pass up such a special talent.
Chicago's offense ranked 30th in the league this year at 289.4 total yards per game, and what's concerning is that seven starters will be playing in a playoff game for the first time. The list includes Jay Cutler, Matt Forte, Johnny Knox and Earl Bennett, as well as three of five starting offensive linemen. The Bears will be relying on a the ninth-ranked defense at 314.3 yards per game allowed this season. This unit has plenty of experience, with 10 starters having played in a playoff game. That includes seven starters who participated in the 2005 and '06 postseasons.
The defense can play great, but ultimately it comes down to how many plays Jay Cutler can make while also avoiding mistakes. Cutler played very well down the stretch, posting better than a 100.0 passer rating in four of his final six games. For the season, he has thrown for 3,274 yards and 23 touchdowns to 16 interceptions while thriving in new offensive coordinator Mike Martz' system. Matt Forte came on strong at the end of the year to give the Bears a steady running game. Forte finished with 1,069 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns, while also catching 51 balls for 547 yards and 3 scores.
You will also find Chicago at +400 to win the 2011 NFC Championship. If the Bears can get Forte going on the ground and Cutler can avoid making big mistakes, this team has a great shot to reach the Super Bowl. That's because they have a defense that bends but does not break. Any team with a defense and a solid running game has a chance, and the Bears certainly have both. Cutler is the wild-card though, and it would be tough to trust him in his first-ever trip to the playoffs.
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Cafeteria deficit fills MV plate
The Mt. View board was informed of a projected $75,000 loss for the cafeteria this school year at its meeting last Monday.
"Enrollment and participation in the cafeteria food program dropped this year," business manager Joseph Patchcoski told the directors, "and labor costs increased."
He also estimated that the shortfall for the food program next year could go over $100,000.
"There's no way to make a dent in that deficit without raising food prices," board president Thomas Stoddard predicted.
Patchcoski also announced that the district's current food service provider, The Nutrition Group, was the only bidder for the contract for the next school year. Melissa Hatala, a dietitian for the company, told the board that some of the cost increases occur because of changing government standards for school lunches.
"For instance, where every grain product had to be 50 percent whole wheat," Hatala explained, "future regulations are aiming at 100% whole grain. A decrease of sodium and an increase in fruit requirements are also being considered."
"Well, those should surely decrease participation!" Stoddard commented.
Director Sondra Stein requested more variety in food offerings. "The menu seems to include either a breaded chicken product or cheeseburgers," she stated. "Why can't there be a choice of grilled chicken?"
Hatala replied that grilled chicken could be "put out" every day, but it has been found that the students don't take the grilled chicken when available, preferring the breaded.
Discussing the proposed 2014-15 overall district budget, Patchcoski predicted $18 million in expenses, and an expected $16 million in revenue, leaving a budget shortfall. He suggested that the district's fund balance of nearly $4 million could be used in part to offset the shortfall in revenue. (School districts are required by the Pennsylvania Dept. of Education to submit a balanced budget.)
However, several directors pointed out that much of the fund balance is already "reserved" for other expenses, and only about $1.4 million could be used to cover the projected 2014-15 deficit.
"We're lucky to have a fund balance at all," director Roy Twining stated, "so we really don't want to have to use it."
Stoddard also pointed out that a new teacher's contract that is pending approval will impact the budget.
The district is also considering drainage improvements to the baseball fields, and was informed that district maintenance director Robert Taylor will be conducting tours of the facilities with three architectural firms in coming weeks to seek feasibility studies.
Director of Special Services Gail Wnorowski expressed a need for creating a special education clerical position to assist with scheduling meetings with students and parents, as well as processing state Medical Access information. Patchcoski told the board that the position could be funded through the state's medical assistance program.


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KLAMATH, Calif. — Abby Abinanti squints at her docket. "The court is going to call — the court is going to put on its glasses," she says dryly, reaching to grab her readers and snatch some candy from a staff member.
As chief judge of the Yurok Tribal Court, Abinanti wears no robe. On this day, she's in jeans and cowboy boots, her silver hair spilling down the back of a black down vest.
In contrast to her longtime role as a San Francisco Superior Court commissioner, she doesn't perch above those who come before her; she shares a table with them.
"Hi, big guy. How are you doing?" she softly prods a 29-year-old participant in her wellness court, which offers a healing path for nonviolent offenders struggling with substance abuse.
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Abinanti has watched Troy Fletcher Jr. battle bipolar disorder and methamphetamine addiction, land in jail and embrace recovery under the tribe's guidance. She's known his grandmother since before he was born.
Though that would be cause for recusal in the state system, here it's pretty much the point. Her most common question for court newcomers: "Who's your mom?"
"Here we have a village society," Abinanti says of California's largest tribe, "and the people who help you to resolve your problems are the people you know."
Native American jurisprudence has evolved since tribes began to regain their sovereignty, returning to traditional values of respect, community support and responsibility, and collective healing — for victims, perpetrators and the circle of lives they touch.
Abinanti, who in 1974 became the first Native American woman admitted to the State Bar of California, has been at the forefront.
"When you're looking to heal, you look wherever you can to find medicine, and one of those places is in the culture and practices of the community," says retired Utah appellate court Judge William A. Thorne Jr., a Pomo-Coast Miwok who teamed with Abinanti in the 1980s to train tribal court personnel nationwide.
At 66, Abinanti has returned to her home on sacred Requa Hill above the fog-wisped mouth of the Klamath River. (Though she tried to retire from the San Francisco bench in 2011, she was recently asked to return every other week, so she commutes.)
"What happened is we lost touch with our responsibilities," Abinanti says. "You take responsibility for what you did. … And if you can ask for help, I'm willing to give you a hand. I won't ever say you've used up your chances."
"Sickness of this land"
Abinanti speaks often of "historical trauma" — wounds passed wordlessly through generations with an accumulating grief and the urge to salve it with alcohol and drugs. It is what Yurok tribal Chairman Thomas O'Rourke calls "the sickness of this land."
Her family had its share. Her maternal grandfather, Marion Rube, was described in news accounts as among "the notorious criminals of early California." Captured after a 1922 bank heist, he escaped six years later from a San Quentin prison road camp and was shot to death in southern Oregon.
Ostracized, his wife and three daughters fled their village. The girls were shipped off to government-run boarding school. Sorrow shadowed them; harsh deaths claimed them. One, intoxicated, froze in a snow bank; another, newly sober, caught on fire after backing into a heater. Abinanti's mother, who struggled with alcohol, depression and forced electroshock treatments, died while detoxing.
Her history, rarely shared, informs Abinanti's compassion. "It's painful to be a drunk, to not meet your promises, to not look your kids in the eye," she says. "To disrespect them on top of that doesn't do any good."
Interest sparked
Abinanti was studying journalism at Humboldt State University when she saw a flier for a program for Native American students at the University of New Mexico School of Law.
Thorne met her in 1975 when he was interning at the Ukiah office of California Indian Legal Assistance. Just two years out of law school, she was the group's board president.
"In walked this powerful Indian woman," Thorne recalls. "She was this image of what I could seek to become, an Indian person who was a force to be reckoned with and yet just very kind."
Appointed to the San Francisco bench two decades ago, she has specialized in family court and juvenile dependency. She has also served as a judge or magistrate for four other Western tribes.
She first came home to Yurok country in 1978 to set up the tribe's fishing court, then again in 1993 when the tribe earned federal recognition. The Yurok Tribal Court was launched three years later, and in 2007 she became its chief judge.
Among her innovations: the first tribal-run program in the nation to help members expunge their criminal records; and California's first tribal child-support program, which allows for noncash alternatives to support payments — such as donations of fish or manual labor.
Yet her greatest impact has arguably come through wellness court. Some participants seek out the program on their own in the course of recovery; others, like Fletcher, come through a rare partnership with the state criminal justice system: Abinanti's decades on the bench have earned her crucial credibility with judges, prosecutors and probation officials, allowing her staff to pull tribal members out of criminal court and bring them home.
Fletcher was facing an arson charge for burning brush when a tribal court attorney secured his release from a Eureka jail cell in a pretrial diversion agreement and brought him into Abinanti's program. He is now stable on psychiatric medication, off meth and in a sober-living home.
"I used to be afraid to go into court, afraid that they were going to take something from me," Fletcher says outside tribal headquarters, his large hands working a rope into a monkey's fist. "Here, they're trying to give something back.
"I've got the whole tribe behind me," he adds. "When I have to answer to my people, it makes me want to do better."


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November 21, 2012
Wait… Alcohol Saves You Now?
Forgive my blatant ignorance, but it was my understanding since the age of fifteen that alcohol has always been a substance that contributed to the deaths of people and small dogs.
I will admit I have a bit of a dark, and some would say biased opinion on the consumption of illegal substances in American society In some cases I actually stand along the more 'liberal' side(Don't judge me) of the agenda in regards to this phenomenon. But even I draw the line when scientists decide to shatter my perception of reality with an interesting fact that they originally warned against.
Like when they told everyone that women couldn't play Halo 3.
Dear god were they wrong.
Let's track back in history for a minute. For those of you who aren't used to my history rants, I like to rant about history.
Now that we got that out of the way.
I prefer to lament on The Prohibition-These are one of the more conservative movements that the Government has endured, along with Americans of course. I'm sure most of you know that The Prohibition was the legalization of alcoholic beverages most prominent through all of the 1920's and even saw a bit of the early 30's before it was eventually ratified. Except for Mississippi.
Ol'Miss Issippi didn't step in line with the rest of the country until 1966.
Catfish and brandy, anyone?
Scientists have made the remarkable study, or eventual realization that is, that injured patients going to the emergency room are more likely to survive intensive care then sobered patients.
If you'd like read to the article, click here. Reading further into the text, we are informed that alcohol as what scientists refer to as a "Protective Effect" on your traumatic system when in shock. Have you ever heard of an individual dying simply from fear of death?
It's actually possible.
They claim that the more alcohol that is in your system, the stronger the effect of its protection on your amount of shock. Perhaps its a depressant on your nervous system? Alcohol carries with it the natural tendencies of a traditional muscle relaxant. This, among other effects on your brain such as decision making highlight the key points in an argument for why you shouldn't drink. Scientists make an exception in noting that alcohol's effects have very little protection if the patient is burned in an accident.
Oh Joy.
Now all I need is protective flame armor the next time I decide to indulge in drinking-which could be thirty years from now if I manage to keep my focus on this Rubik's Cube.
Just one more side.
This actually does spark my interest: the human mind, apart from the fact that we can't move things other than emotional Titanic fans on Friday night, harbors very interesting and remarkable aspects. For example: Did you know that the human brain runs the potential of emitting special radio waves during certain activities in our day?
It's true!!!
This article tells it all. My theory on the human mind in regards to that is that when we sleep, a conscious part of our brain, which blocks off certain radio signals that carry certain psychic abilities like foresight, are allowed to flourish when we dream.
This explains cases of Deja Vu in which people claim to only have seen in their sleep.
Sounds crazy?
Good I like crazy. Keeps the Sand people away.
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The Public Service Commission began its 9:30 a.m. meeting on time by welcoming Commissioner David Klement, appointed by Gov. Charlie Crist and sworn in last week.
Klement is a former newspaper editorial writer with more than four decades of experience in journalism.
Klement joins the PSC in time for a crucial vote this morning on whether to postpone decisions on Florida Power & Light Co.'s proposed $1.2 billion rate hike and Progress Energy Florida's requested $500 million rate increase.
"I just promise to do my best and to live up to the things that I said on my oath on Friday to represent the people of Florida and the companies and all the stakeholders in these matters," Klement said after being welcomed to the PSC by his colleagues.
PSC staff recommend that the panel move ahead with the votes this year as scheduled to comply with state law that lays out a timeline by which regulators must vote.
Crist wants the panel to delay voting on the issues until after the first of the year, when his two new appointees – Klement and Panhandle accountant and bar owner/manager Benjamin "Steve" Stevens – take office.
Klement got an early jump on the post because he's filling in for former Commissioner Katrina McMurrian, who quit earlier this month after Crist bypassed her for reappointment.


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from the last year. Originally published November 18, 2009.
I was romping around an antique store not too long ago, looking for some vintage-y fabric to use for an upcoming photo shoot. I spotted this old ladder made useful and just knew I had to have it. For less than $30 it was mine. Although I am thrilled that I was able to score such a cool element for my house the beauty of it is that it can easily be copied. All you need is an old ladder, chalkboard, a bit of chicken wire and fabric.
chicken wire with fabric stapled behind. a few clothespins makes it a photo holder!
the chalkboard portion perfectly squeezes and stays between edges. the chicken wire and fabric is secured using a staple gun.
This could be used in a bathroom with a few hand towels thrown over and the chalkboard used as a place to leave morning notes for your family. It could also be used in an office as storage for reminders and magazines that inspire. Or what about a baby's room with blankets, updated photos and again a place to leave sweet notes. The options are endless!
What are some other creative things to do with an old ladder? I'd love to hear!
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Is it weird that my MIL expects to have a nursery in her home???
My husband and I are pregnant with our first child; as my husband is an only child, this will be his parents' first grandchild as well. My MIL has remarked several times that she needs to clean out the back bedroom of their house to make room for the nursery.....she even still has my husband's baby bed from 25 years ago that she wants to use.....I'm hoping against hope that she is joking, but I get the feeling that she is completely serious. I think that there is no reason for her to have a nursery at her home, as she has already had the opportunity to be a parent and make a nursery......in fact, I think its a little weird and overbearing. My husband disagrees with me and doesn't see the big deal (he is very protective of his mother and her feelings). I should mention that I am a little paranoid about my MIL trying to take over after the baby is born - she has referred to the baby as "hers" which worries me even more. Any advice on handling this situation would be greatly appreciated!
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I think it all depends on how often you will be visiting or if she will be helping take care of baby at all. I personally think it is a nice thought from her to have a special place just for the baby/baby things there & like pp said, you wont have to lug EVERYTHING over there are back every time you visit. But if you think that by her having a special place for baby it will make/let her think she has say over everything for/about the baby then you need to have a personal, kind conversation about it.posted 08/22/2012 by DQ12509
Plenty of my friends parents have made a nursery in their homes for the baby. My dad did in his house for whenever he had my kids stay the night or for when we were just over visiting and needed a place to put the baby down. It is actually very convenient in cases that they need to be over and you don't need to lug over any pack and plays or baby stuff because there is somethings already there. It seems to me that she is just excited for her first grandchild and wants to have a place for him/her at her home as well. I wouldn't be paranid or upset by this at all.posted 06/29/2011 by Shannon158
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Palm largely dead as HP shuts phone, tablet unit
SAN FRANCISCO When Hewlett-Packard Co. snapped up Palm Inc. last year for $1.8 billion, it looked like the smartphone pioneer's last chance.
Palm was a year into a major turnaround effort but gaining little traction despite a hip, new CEO known for making the iPod a household name. It had high hopes for its latest handset, the Pre, which ran on the company's new, intuitive operating software, known as webOS. It needed a savior, and HP, which itself needed a boost in the mobile technology market, seemed like its best bet for survival.
It didn't work. With fierce competition from Apple Inc.'s iPhone and smartphones running Google Inc.'s Android software, HP's handsets running the webOS software developed by Palm have been just a blip on most consumers' radar screens. A tablet called the TouchPad, released in July and also running webOS, has also sold poorly.
The market seemed too tough for HP to forge ahead: The technology conglomerate said Thursday that it is shuttering its mobile device business, which includes the webOS-running smartphones and TouchPad.
The announcement came as HP said it also plans to sell or spin off its PC division. Together, the moves would take HP out of the consumer market, though it will continue to sell servers and other equipment to business customers.
Technology developed by Palm (a brand name HP has phased out) may still exist in some form. In an interview, HP CEO Leo Apotheker said the company was disappointed more with the hardware sales than the performance of the webOS software, which it will try to keep alive in some way. HP is studying its options, which could include licensing the software to handset makers or allowing them to use it for free as open-source software, as Google does with Android.
Still, for Palm, the decision sounds largely like a death knell that comes after nearly 20 years of mobile technology innovation, ownership changes and failed efforts to become a leader in the handheld market.
Palm, founded by Donna Dubinsky and Jeff Hawkins in 1992, helped create the handheld computing market with its Palm Pilot "personal digital assistants" in the 1990s. But after Palm reshuffled itself repeatedly - it was bought by U.S. Robotics, a modem maker that itself was bought by 3Com Corp. in 1997, and then spun off again as its own company in 2000 - other companies took control of the market. In 2003, Palm acquired Handspring - a rival startup Dubinsky and Hawkins created- and spun off PalmSource, which made the PalmOS handheld computing software, as an independently traded company. Japan's Access Co. bought PalmSource in 2005.
Speaking to The Associated Press several months before HP announced it was buying Palm, Dubinsky said all the shuffling took "critical resources and attention from product development." And even though it happened years ago, she called the decision to spin off PalmOS a "huge strategic error."
"As RIM, Apple and Palm all have demonstrated, these devices need to be highly integrated hardware and software developments in order to optimize the user experience," Dubinsky wrote in an e-mail to the AP. "When Palm no longer could advance the OS, and had to create a new one, it lost several years."
By early 2009, Palm readied itself for a big comeback. At the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, the company unveiled the stylish touch-screen Pre and webOS software, which at the time could do something the iPhone couldn't: run multiple applications simultaneously.
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In this film, childhood friends come face to face with the demons of rock and roll (lust, drugs, and passion) on a cross-country road trip that compels them to face their past, present, and future. Rocker Spyder, whose debut album was a huge hit saw his follow-on album bomb, causing him to retreat to his small hometown and give up. Seven years later, 27-year-old Spyder reconnects with his long-lost best friend and writer of his debut album Eric, son of a late great punk rock guitar legend, who has long settled into the sedate life of a suburban middle school music teacher. The reunion forces the two to recall their youthful ambitions and re-examine the choices they've made.
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Worst names ever thread
I like the "hippy" names much better than the ones named after diseases or anatomy. I would use them as middle names, though. Like Willow, Raine, or Autumn for example, and a first name like Eleanor or Audrey.
But I feel awful for the kids who are named things like Vaggie or Meconium, because if they aren't made fun of then eventually they will learn the meaning of their name, and it won't be as innocent or... well... likeable as the name of a body of water or tree. Imagine someone who doesn't know what Chlamydia means, and thinks it sounds pretty. Can you imagine a sweet baby girl named Chlamydia? Sounds like Lydia. (and I like the name Lydia, but name your kid after an STD? No thanks.)
Sometimes we pick names because they sound pretty, but usually keep in mind what the name means (although there are names that have negative connotations that have become so common, no one cares)
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when I was a cashier I had a wic check with the name Princess.... Her middle name Leia... and she had a brother names Luke.... I feel so bad for those children.
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When it comes to workplace stress, nothing gets our heart rate shooting up like a particularly awkward colleague.
According to a recent study, 40% of office staff are working under "dangerously high" stress levels, and many of us blame our colleagues for this anxiety.
Research suggests there are plenty of behavioural traits that drive us crazy, from noisy eating, to lateness, failing to listen and people who talk over conversations.
In a blog for The Huffington Post, Sophia Parsons pins down the kinds of people that can make our life difficult.
Few of us won't have come across the 'office busy body' for example.
Do these characters traits sound familiar?!
"Constantly walking around with what appears to be purpose and destination - however what are they actually doing that requires them to be out of their seats every 25 minutes?
"Constantly coming up to you expressing how busy they are, how much they have to do and how they have NO idea how they are going to find the time to get it all done yet they still seem to find the time to manage coming over to you and waste your time."
But while it's easy to mock the office (and the people who work in them), some experts believe we need to reclaim our work space.
According to HuffPost blogger Michael Bernd Bayer, the office is set to have a revival... and we don't mean series three from Gervais and Merchant!
"I believe there's a misconception that office working is no longer as productive or cost effective as mobile or remote working," he says.
"As communications become increasingly intelligent, office environments are on the cusp of providing a richer, more fruitful technology experience than we can get remotely. In fact, I think we are set to become even more productive and collaborative in the office."
So if you're looking for ways to improve your office life, and reduce those stress levels, perhaps you need to think about how to improve those working relationships?
Here are 10 ways to deal with awkward colleagues in the workplace
If you're finding it hard to communicate with a work colleague, then first thing to focus on is your own behaviour. If you are finding it hard to communicate with a co-worker, put yourself in their shoes, before resorting to moaning about them. You may find that the situation exposes a blind spot in your own ability to communicate. Perhaps this individual intimidates you. Or puts you on the back foot. Remember: no one can make you feel a certain way. How you to choose to react to another person is your decision. So focus on tackling the underlying reasons you feel uncomfortable and be open to changing your behaviour.
The office can be a breeding ground for negativity. However, there's no need to lower yourself to your colleagues' level. If a member of your team comes to work with a terrible attitude, then kill that dark mood with kindness. Positivity is also infectious, so you may find that your actions affect the whole team. Be the bigger person, and watch as that mood lifts.
There are two things office workers need in order to stay positive. Decent salary expectations and positive feedback. Usually, we're not in a position to control the first aspect. But the second is a very simple lever to push. Whether you're a junior member of the team, or a manager, it's important that you acknowledge the contributions of others on your team. Paying attention to the team around on a day to day basis will do far more for your office relationships than buying a cake to share.
Although it can feel counter-intuitive, the best way to get through to a defensive colleague is to open your heart. If your emails go unanswered, or are filled with unsupportive, passive-aggressive comments, then you'll need to find a new way to engage your 'less than emotionally mature' co-worker. Generally, if an office worker is making your life hard, then it will be the same for others. So start by taking heart that you're not alone. Secondly, refuse to engage with ANY of their comments, however inflammatory, contradictory or apparently insulting. Instead address the situation, person to person. Describe how their behaviour has made you feel, being careful not to make negative accusations about their behaviour. Normally, defensive people are hugely insecure. So once you can find and engage their sensitive heart, you'll have the beginnings of beautiful office friendship.
Learning to deal with difficult co-workers can often be a journey in learning to deal with yourself. If you have an overwhelming desire to be liked, then you may find the 9-5 will be filled with obstacles. The office is not a place to befriend one and all, but a professional environment, where grudges and miscommunications are allowed to come and go. Spending your day worrying about how X treated you today will probably not help that relationship, or improve your output. Make sure that your interest in office politics stems from a desire to do a good job, rather than satisfy a psychological impulse to be loved.
Office bullying can take many forms. Sometimes, it's as simple as mockery. Frequent personal attacks that take the form of jokes are a common way for the office bully to operate. Other times, the situation will take a less visible form, as the victim is singled out for criticism in every aspect of their work, often in front of peers. The worst way to deal with this problem is to ignore it. Bullies prefer their victims to feel helpless. Start recording each incident. This will instantly make you feel better, as you look at the situation objectively. Make time to talk to the person (ask another person to come along, if you think that will make the conversation easier) and present your feelings. It's possible that aren't aware of the impact of their behaviour. If that doesn't work, you'll need to talk to your manager or HR department. The key to tackling a bully is to reduce their power in your life. Focus on finding ways to take control of the situation.
With such a rich social media tapestry at our finger tips, it can be difficult for colleagues to concentrate in the office. If you feel that one of your co-workers is not pulling their weight, and constantly distracted by social activities, there are simple ways to tackle this problem. Firstly, you need to asses whether they are getting their work done or not. Everyone works differently. And checking Facebook every half an hour might not mean they're any less efficient. If they're not doing enough work, find out why they're not feeling motivated, and find a way to engage them with their project. Try to avoid instigating rules about how they use social media, as this will only lead to resentment.
It can be hard to enjoy your work, if you sit next to an office stress-head. Research has found that a colleague's stress levels act like a depressant in the brain, prompting us think about our own worries and concerns. To avoid subconsciously soaking up emotions, behavioural traits and facial expressions emitted from miserable co-workers, you need to be well disciplined. Don't humour your colleague when they're moaning about their work and cultivate relationships with more positive workers as a counter-balance.
There's nothing worse than when a relationship begins to feel just a little too intimate. When comments start to focus on how you look, rather than what you do for a living, then it can be stressful for both men and women. If you feel that your personal space is being invaded, then start to record when and where the situations happen. Then you can start to understand whether it's a problem that needs addressing. Listen to your feelings, take careful notes and notify your superior when feel that the level of intimacy is no longer acceptable, appropriate or professional.
In a time of economic slowdown, there are few cushy office jobs out there any more. Bosses want more for less... simple as that. But how can you fight back against an unmanageable workload? The first thing to do is establish a clear set of priorities with your manager. Agree a set of goals and if more work comes in, be quick to ascertain which other work should be moved to make room for it. This will demonstrate your commitment to getting everything done, without you have to say that unacceptable word: "No"


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Dolphins are being injured as they beg for food and even death by fisherman who feed them illegally in Cockburn Sound, according to researchers from Murdoch University.
In the decade-long study which was recently published in the London journal of Animal Conservation, researchers found the number of bottlenose dolphins which begged recreational fisherman for food increased from one to at least 14 - representing 20 per cent of the 75 adult dolphins which live in the popular Perth waterway.
Dolphins which swam up to boats in search of food were at much higher risk of being hit by a boat or becoming entangled in discarded fishing line, some of the animals are swimming around without fins after they were cut off by propellers and other dolphins with huge propeller scars across their backs. Calves simply wouldn't survive such injuries, however during the course of the study, dolphins were seen to be learning from each other to beg and evidence of a young calf learning to beg from her mother.
It is illegal to feed dolphins under state and federal law and offenders can be fined up to $10,000.


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Shares of TV 18 Broadcast and Network 18 Media & Investments today jumped in the 2-8 per cent range amid market regulator Sebi's approval for their rights issues.
TV 18 Broadcast scrip ended at Rs 21.95, up 8.4 per cent, while Network 18 climbed 2.29 per cent to close at Rs 31.25 on the BSE.
The rights issues of Network 18 and TV 18 would together raise funds worth about Rs 4,000 crore.
In rights issue, shares are issued to existing investors as per their holding at pre-determined price and ratio.
The draft offer documents for TV 18 and Network 18 rights issues were received by Sebi on March 6 and the observations were issued for both of them on August 17.
ICICI Securities is the lead manager for the rights issues of both TV 18 and Network 18, which are part of same group.
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ACUS: Federal Claims Court rule leads to "intractable jurisdictional conundrums"
Congress should repeal a law dating back to Reconstruction that prohibits the U.S. Court of Federal Claims from considering lawsuits pending in other courts, says a committee of the Administrative Conference of the United States.
The Administrative Conference is an independent agency that offers research and advice to improve how the government works. Its committee on judicial review says (.pdf) the law no longer makes sense in the context of complex, modern-day litigation.
The law arose amid a proliferation of lawsuits from residents of the Confederacy who wanted compensation for cotton that the United States seized during the Civil War. The law was most recently reenacted in 1948 as Section 1500 of the Judicial Code and has remained largely unchanged, the committee says.
Over time though, it has become "an undesirably blunt tool," the committee says in a recommendation the Administrative Conference will discuss at its biannual meeting Dec. 6-7.
Nowadays, plaintiffs face complex questions of which court should hear their cases and when, especially if one set of circumstances can arguably lead to multiple claims. If a case filed outside of Federal Claims Court lasts past the court's 6-year statute of limitations, plaintiffs may lose the chance to prosecute worthwhile claims that they would've also filed in Federal Claims Court had Section 1500 not prohibited them from doing so.
The committee also cites several cases that the law unfairly affected. In one, a federal employee's Equal Pay Act claims were transferred to the Federal Claims Court and then dismissed because the action, originally filed in a district court, was technically still considered pending there.
In another, a Federal Claims Court called its own dismissal of a case "neither fair nor rational," but required under Section 1500.
The law puts plaintiffs in "intractable jurisdictional conundrums," the committee says. It's also unnecessary, because courts can use stays and transfers to reduce duplicative lawsuits, the committee adds.
The recommendation says Congress should replace the law with one that has the Federal Claims Court suspend cases where the plaintiff has an equivalent case pending in another court--until that other case concludes.
The parties in a case would also be able to agree to proceed in Federal Claims Court.
The proposed law would apply to all claims pending at the time of its enactment.
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Business School Offers Accounting Honors Institute to High School Students
January 9, 2013
A group of high school students have been given the opportunity to learn about accounting and whether they have what the profession demands.
Through the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business Accounting Honors Institute (AHI), the students will participate in six sessions held on Saturday mornings in January, February and March. Each month will be devoted to a key topic in the accounting profession: software used for enterprises resource planning (ERP); fraud and forensics; and financial statement analysis, respectively.


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The Cartographers Guild is a forum created by and for map makers and aficionados, a place where every aspect of cartography can be admired, examined, learned, and discussed. Our membership consists of professional designers and artists, hobbyists, and amateursall are welcome to join and participate in the quest for cartographic skill and knowledge.
Although we specialize in maps of fictional realms, as commonly used in both novels and games (both tabletop and role-playing), many Guild members are also proficient in historical and contemporary maps. Likewise, we specialize in computer-assisted cartography (such as with GIMP, Adobe apps, Campaign Cartographer, Dundjinni, etc.), although many members here also have interest in maps drafted by hand.
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Serpent Kiss - After dinner elegance in a bottle. Fill your senses with this Maryland Vidal wine infused with white chocolate essence.
Serving suggestions: Dessert, raspberries, strawberries, macadamia nuts and cheese cake.
Bottle: $24 Glass: $6
2013 Albarino – Hints of apricots, peaches, green apple and pears, with a hint of minerality excite your senses. This Spanish white varietal is crisp with an enormous bouquet.
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Serving suggestions: Shellfish, white fish, appetizers, spicy foods, cheeses
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I die cut the large plain and scalloped circle with Nestabilities. The images are from PTI Pond Life and are simply adorable. The frog and lily pad were stamped with Always Artichoke and then sponged with Aqua Mist; I then added the splashes of water.
The smaller circles were punched with punches from EK Success; I then stamped the goldfish with Apricot Appeal, the bubbles with Aqua Mist, and then sponged it with Aqua Mist.
The strip of Spring Moss was scalloped using a corner rounder. Once all the flat pieces were affixed to the Aqua Mist panel, I tied the Aqua Mist satin ribbon around it and adhered it to the card front.
The large image was adhered flat to the panel and the smaller image was adhered with foam squares.
The sentiment was stamped with Aqua Mist and, finally, I added the faux dew drops.
Practice went well last night; I decided to take Cupcake with us. She loved all the attention let me tell you. I'm sure glad she loves kids.


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I got my DiNotte 300R yesterday.
Package contents, minus the packing materials.
The light has a quick-release receptacle that slides over the two-hole swivel tabs and locks into one of the holes. They're US-style reflector brackets, and you can get more of them at your LBS since they're not a proprietary DiNotte item. If you prefer to bolt the light on, remove the quick-release receptacle and you'll find two threaded holes so you can bolt the light on instead.
Runtime/charging info from the instruction sheet
The 300R charging from my computer's USB port
The 300R is bigger than I realized from the photos. The black part is one machined block of aluminum. It feels quite solid and hefty.
Weight comparison to a SuperFlash with NiMH AAAs. The 300R is about 100 grams lighter than my DiNotte 140 with a 2-cell Li-ion battery pack and a minimalist light mount.
To compare lights, right-click the links below and open them in new tabs. Then you can click from one tab to another to compare lights back-to-back.
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DiNotte 140 on HIGH
DiNotte 300R on HIGH. It's not your imagination, the 300R has lower intensity than the 140, because the beam is more diffused.
Nova BULL powered by a DiNotte Li-ion battery pack. This is a weatherproof emergency-vehicle mini-strobe, about 120 lumens for the red model, and runs well on 9.6-15 volts. It's not made for bikes, so mounting it required creativity.
Ultrafire WF-501B flashlight with native red LED (does not have a flash mode). This could be a nice add-on if you routinely ride in very thick fog , but you'd need to aim it precisely since it's such a focused beam.
The photos were taken at f8.0, 3.2 seconds exposure, ISO 50, auto white balance. The lights were running in steady-burn mode to allow general intensity comparisons. Distance to the wall is about 6 meters.
With most rechargeable lights, you're advised to unplug the battery pack when storing or packing the light. This prevents the light from accidentally turning on and setting your suitcase on fire ;-) and also prevents the battery from being depleted in long-term storage by lights that have "soft-off," such as DiNottes, instead of a mechanical ON/OFF switch. But since the 300R's battery can't be unplugged, (1) keep it on the charger if you aren't going to use it for a long time; and (2) if you pack the 300R, put it inside something cylindrical like an empty shampoo bottle, to prevent its power button from being bumped or held down.
Day or night, I'd feel confident on fast highways with the 300R, the 140, the Nova, or other lights that have that level of output, as long as they're running a flashing mode. They'd also help ease my mind in fog, heavy snow, heavy rain, or heavy glare (riding towards the rising or setting sun). If you want a high-output taillight like this, but $200 is too much, consider the Magicshine or the AA-powered DiNotte 140.
If properly aimed, even a smaller light like a SuperFlash will really help in overcast or twilight conditions, not to mention in darkness. So if you're sticking with your trusty SuperFlash/etc, or keeping it onboard as a secondary light, make sure it's aimed right at the overtaking traffic, because the beam is pretty directional. Make it count.


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Come visit the Spencerville Mill and enjoy the region - Ontario's best-kept secret. Visit our hours of operation page and consider some of the suggested trips below:
Step Back in Time for the Weekend
Visit historic South Grenville, home to Upper Canada's first Lieutenant Governor, and step into another time for a relaxing weekend on the St. Lawrence River. Take in heritage sites such as Fort Wellington, the grounds of the Battle of the Windmill and the Spencerville Gristmill. Tour the Homewood Museum and learn about the Jones family. Enjoy two nights at the remarkable Blue Heron Inn in Prescott and dinner for two at The Red George Pub – home to the old Wiser distillery.
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Follow the development of Upper Canada from its settlement - through a heritage gristmill in Spencerville - into the political turmoil of the 1800's at Homewood Museum and into the golden age of Edwardian style at Fulford Place, where a private guided tour for two awaits led by a period-costumed docent. Enjoy a one-night stay at the historic Colonel's Inn and enjoy a dinner for two at The Red George Pub. Admission, accommodations, breakfast and dinner included for just $177. Restrictions apply; Homewood Museum open Wednesday to Sunday from June 15 to September 4.
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For Maronite Sister Marlene Chedid, everything comes back to community. This profound understanding of leadership as discipleship that underpins her work was recognised recently through her nomination in the University of Western Sydney's 2013 Women of the West Award, which celebrates the unsung and often overlooked heroes of the Western Suburbs, reports Catholic Relgious Australia.
Sr Marlene was chosen for her compassionate leadership in the school as Principal of Our Lady of Lebanon College in Harris Park, her pastoral work in Our Lady of Lebanon Parish and her programs on the talkback show "Voice of Charity".
Her contributions to the Maronite community were also reaffirmed in her inclusion in the state government's 2013 Local Women of the Year Honour Roll presented on the eve of International Women's Day in March at NSW Parliament House.
This cheerful and modest nun expressed great surprise at the honour. "I didn't think I deserved it. I was surprised, but at the same time I was very thankful and humbled," said Sr Marlene. "It motivated me to serve better, to deserve this award."
"I thought that the award is good for the community. The recognition is not just for me, but for the community I work for."
Her work as Principal of Our Lady of Lebanon College in Harris Park requires her to oversee and minister to 1200 students in the primary and secondary schools, already a full time job. Yet it is also her work as a mentor, counsellor and model to women that have made her a beloved member of the community.
Dr Margaret Ghosn mshf, Deputy Principal of the Secondary School at Our Lady of Lebanon described Sr Marlene as a pastorally sensitive leader, one who always has her door open and always willing to listen to the concerns of staff, students and parents.
"She has and continues to offer spiritual accompaniment to women facing family strife and she has been a listening ear to numerous staff and students," said Dr Ghosn. "With her deep prayer life, constant smile, strong intellect, musical and creative talent, she is a source of wisdom and inspiration to many people."
Sr Marlene came to Australia 34 years ago after she took her final vows with the Congregation of the Maronite Sisters of the Holy Family in Lebanon, which she joined when she was 15 years old.
"When I was young, I lived beside the Maronite church in our village back in Lebanon," said Sr Marlene. "I was brought up in a very devout Maronite family and it influenced me to join the religious order."
The Maronite Church is an Eastern rite Catholic Church that shares the same Apostolic Faith, Sacraments and recognise the authority of the Pope as with Roman Catholics throughout the world. However, Maronites differ from Roman Catholics in their spirituality, liturgy and code of canon law, particularly with their use of Syriac and Aramaic languages.
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I've had my roadie for a couple of months, and I like it, but I'm missing the low end gears on the mountain bike. We have a few hills here that are reasonably challenging, at least for me. Of the hills I've repeated from last year, I'm doing better than I did last year. On my ride last week, I had a very long climb, a new one for me of 10 miles or so, and I began to run out of gas. I was not able to maintain my normal cadence. I'm thinking it would have been nice to have had a lower gear or two.
My road bike has a triple chain ring, 30/42/53, and an eight speed cassette, 12-24. I saw where Sheldon Brown has 8-speed cassettes in 13-30 and 13-34. So, I'm thinking about the possibility of having one of these cassettes or perhaps a little smaller small chain ring installed by the LBS.
Has anyone gone this route for additional help on hills? Would it help noticeably? Are we talking major dollars in parts and labor? Would I be able to use existing dérailleurs and chain?


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