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DENVER, Oct. 11, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RGS Energy (NASDAQ:RGSE), the nation's original solar company since 1978, has been selected by Solarize New Haven, a community-based residential solar purchasing cooperative, to bring solar electricity to homes and business owners in New Haven, Connecticut.
Solarize Connecticut is a community-supported buying program that uses discounted pricing, town supported education and outreach, competitively selected installers and access to flexible financing to significantly reduce the cost of solar for New Haven's more than 14,000 owner occupied homes. The campaign and sign up period will commence on October 18, 2017 and run through March 7, 2018.
Marketing support for the campaign will be provided by SmartPower, the nation's leading non-profit marketing firm dedicated to promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy and which has extensive experience with hundreds of community-based energy campaigns and Solarize projects across the country.
"We are thrilled to be joining forces with Solarize Connecticut once again for what we believe will be another successful Solarize program," said Tom Champlin, Director of sales at RGS Energy. "We will provide our exceptional service to New Haven, supported by our 31 local Connecticut employees, based out of our 10,000 square foot, centrally located, warehouse in Bloomfield."
According to Brian F. Keane, President of SmartPower: "Solar just makes sense for homeowners throughout New Haven. We now know that solar ownership increases the property value of our homes, it's a smart way to control energy costs over the long term and is a good personal investment. So, it's a real win-win-win for the homeowner. Let's Solarize!"
Toni Harp, Mayor of New Haven, commented: "The City is bringing Solarize New Haven to residents as part of my administration's ongoing commitment to increase the adoption of clean energy within this community. It's important that efforts be made at every level to reduce emissions contributing to climate change. The City has pledged to use 100% renewable energy in its operations and we hope residents will consider doing the same in their homes. I encourage everyone to determine whether or not their home is suitable for solar over the next 20 weeks while the discounted pricing is being offered."
To learn more about the Solarize New Haven campaign, visit SolarizeCT.com/New-Haven.
About RGS Energy
RGS Energy (NASDAQ:RGSE) is America's Original Solar Company providing solar, storage and energy services, whose mission is to provide clean energy savings. The company sells, designs, installs solar systems for residential homeowners and small business companies. The company is also the exclusive manufacturer of POWERHOUSE™, an innovative in-roof solar shingle using technology developed by The Dow Chemical Company.
For more information, visit RGSEnergy.com, RGSPOWERHOUSE.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/rgsenergy and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/rgsenergy. Information on such websites is not incorporated by reference into this press release.
RGS Energy is the Company's registered trade name. The company files periodic and other reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission under its official name "Real Goods Solar, Inc."
Forward-Looking Statements and Cautionary Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding the RGS Energy's results of operations and financial positions, and RGS Energy's business and financial strategies. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they provide our current beliefs, expectations, assumptions, forecasts, and hypothetical constructs about future events, and include statements regarding our future results of operations and financial position, business strategy, budgets, projected costs, plans and objectives of management for future operations. The words "plan," "future," "believe," "may," "will" and similar expressions as they relate to us are intended to identify such forward-looking statements.
Forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at, or by, which such performance or results will be achieved, if at all. Forward looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in or suggested by the forward looking statements. Therefore, RGS Energy cautions you against relying on any of these forward-looking statements.
Key risks and uncertainties that may cause a change in any forward-looking statement or that could cause our actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements include: the level of demand for RGS Energy's solar energy systems; the increase in property value from solar ownership; our ability to generate sales and make installations under the Solarize Connecticut program; and our ability to assist residents of the Town of New Haven to help achieve their renewable energy objectives.
You should read the section entitled "Risk Factors" in our 2016 Annual Report on Form 10-K, as amended, and in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q/A for the quarter ended June 30, 2017, each of which has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which identify certain of these and additional risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking statements made by us in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.
POWERHOUSE™ is a trademark of The Dow Chemical Company, used under license.
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Don't overlook powerhouse Xara Photo & Graphic Designer 2012 just because the program costs only $89 (with a seven-day free trial that can extend to 30 days with registration). If you need to whip-up stunning layouts for print or online, integrate your images seamlessly, and create and edit vector graphics like a pro, Xara Photo & Graphic Designer is one program you shouldn't miss. Xara's overlap of photo editing, vector drawing, page layout, and Web features make it useful, plus Xara is light on its feet and easy to love.
In both looks and power, Xara Photo & Graphic Designer 2013 is much like its bulkier (and more expensive at $300) sister Xara Designer Pro X. Both have a UI that's easy to navigate, and tools that--for the most part--do exactly what you need them to.
For example, Xara's quickshapes will help you draw vector polygons, ellipses, stars, and curves in any variety; the text tool can be used to add text to your design or drawing (much like Adobe Illustrator) or used to flow paragraphs onto pages (à la Adobe InDesign); the Shadow Tool will add a dropshadow to anything; and the Extrude Tool creates a 3D image from your original as you drag. All of this, plus page layout, non-destructive image editing, and Web publishing integrated into one $90 program makes me wonder why anyone would ever use anything other than Xara Photo & Graphic Designer for image editing and vector graphics.
Xara Photo & Graphic Designer 2013 (or version 8) incorporates a few new features, although it will still feel familiar to users of version 7. The most notable new feature is the Color Erase/Select tool. This new feature allows you to make a mask selection based on color, which you then may use Xara's other tools to manipulate. It's an interesting addition, and results vary from brilliant to so-so depending on how distinct your selected color is within your image.
This version of Xara Photo & Graphic designer also includes MAGIX's new Media Exchange system, which allows you to easily share media across all of MAGIX's software that includes the MX title, such as Photo Manager MX Deluxe or Movie Edit Pro MX Plus.
Unfortunately, Xara Photo & Graphic Designer doesn't include the cool Shape Editor Tool that's been added to the updated version of sister product, Xara Designer Pro X. However, the Eraser is included, which makes it easy to delete pixels and reshape vector objects. Other features that are not available in the slimmer (but not emaciated by any means) Xara Photo & Graphic Designer are listed in MAGIX's comparison chart.
Xara Photo & Graphic Designer shares a few annoyances with Xara Designer Pro X, such the fiddly Clone Tool. Draw a marquee around the area of interest, then (in theory) move pixels from another area of your image to replace the identified pixels. It doesn't always work well, and I much prefer the clone stamp in Adobe Photoshop ($699) or even the tool in MAGIX Photo Designer 7 (free), both of which allow you much more control over the stamp, and create a more integrated end result.
That said, if you need to integrate vector graphics into your photographs, or want to have full control over image editing within your page layout program, or want to design Web pages as easily as print pages and without the HTML, Xara Photo & Graphic Designer is the tool for you. If you don't love it after the seven-day free trial, extend to 30 days by registering with MAGIX.
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The fourth film in the "Twilight" series reveals a flash or two of real filmmaking (mostly in a suggestively grotesque birthing sequence), enough to save it from pure lousiness.
But a significant number of its 117 minutes do seem like hours, and whenever certain actors take the lead and set the pace of the dialogue, time itself begins to crawl backward and the breaking dawn begins to feel like yesterday's breaking dawn, or last Tuesday's.
How did this happen? Quite apart from the source material's morbidity — the Stephenie Meyer novel, a combined abstinence lecture and anti-abortion allegory, has been broken into two separate features, this year's and next year's — how did Bill Condon, the director with the most stylish and idiosyncratic resume of any to undertake a "Twilight" installment, deliver the dullest movie of the bunch?
And is there anything to do about Taylor Lautner? He's had four films now to improve, yet he's still coming off like a reedy-voiced pretender, doing his best, but…say what you will about Robert Pattinson (fwoopy-haired vampire Edward) or Kristen Stewart (Edward's squeeze, Bella), but Stewart is up around here, Pattinson a little below that, and Lautner (heartbroken werewolf Jacob) is down there somewhere.
So: Sex with a vampire. Finally. For three films now, the "Twilight" narrative has practically goaded the audience into having intercourse on behalf of the characters. (Bella is 18, and in "Breaking Dawn" she gets pregnant with demon child about 20 minutes after losing her virginity.) The smoldering and the we-can't-we-shouldn't sweet nothings have been going on between Bella and Edward, with a side order of Jacob, for what seems like centuries. Honeymooning on an isle off the Brazilian coast, bammo: Edward's demon seed starts its journey and eventually starts breaking Bella's bones from the inside. (Told you: morbid!) Once Bella is fighting for her life back home in Forks, Wash., the controversial pregnancy foments another round of species warfare between the vamps and the wolves.
"Twilight," the phenomenon, sells one thing above all else: the idea of sex with serious, immediate and clinically painful consequences. Of the "Twilight" pictures to date, this one works least well as a stand-alone product. Condon does strangely little to energize the various heart-to-hearts and the wedding-jitters montage scenes. The oversized wolves, the superfast-motion imagery and other "Twilight" effects flourishes look as cheesy as ever. Composer Carter Burwell, one of the best in the business, has been dragged down to a level of mediocre wallpaper music one wouldn't have thought possible.
But don't listen to me. I enjoyed the first two for what they were, and didn't much like the third one, which many considered the best. "Breaking Dawn — Part 1" sets up "Part 2." That should be enough from a business perspective. Those who are committed to this franchise are committed to this franchise.
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The Countdown AS Lady Vest (there's also a male version) is a lightweight gilet designed specifically for cycling and one of the few available in a women's specific cut. Gilets are particularly handy in the UK's challenging climate. It's great to have something along on a ride that's pocket sized that'll bestow a hefty wallop of protection and warmth for its size and weight.
The vast majority of lightweight gilets available are unisex, and as such, often baggy at the waist and tight at the hips. At just 122g the Lady Vest is extremely lightweight, although not quite as light as the absolute lightest gilets available such as Rapha's Women's Gilet at 115g or the insanely light Castelli Leggera at just 69g.
That said, the Countdown AS offers a greater degree of protection from the elements than some. The fabric is Gore's WINDSTOPPER Active Shell with water resistance in addition to its windproofing, as well as being breathable enough to help stop you getting damp on the inside instead. It'll keep your torso dry in a shower, although it won't keep the heaviest rain out forever. But then it doesn't have sleeves anyway! Features are minimal but include a mesh panel in the centre of the back to enhance ventilation, two zipped side pockets, reflective accents, a mesh lining for additional comfort and softly elasticated armholes. The fit is neat and contoured without being over tight. The size small I tried was on the snug side, but I'd normally expect to take a medium anyway. Taller women may find the fit on the short side.
In use, the gilet was comfortable and made a decent difference to core temperature without being overwarm or sweaty. It tucks easily into a jersey pocket and is perfect for the changeable conditions of the great British summertime.
High quality, versatile piece of kit that will very quickly pay back the investment. Good value.
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Make and model: Gore Bike Wear Countdown AS Lady Vest
Size tested: White EU36
Tell us what the product is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?
Aimed at female cyclists looking for warmth and protection.
Just the ticket for changeable days.
Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?
100% nylon shell with WINDSTOPPER membrane
2 zipped pockets
Elasticated armholes
Mesh back panel
Reflective accents
Anti-chafe seams
Machine washable at 40
Available in sizes 34-44 (XS-XXL)
4 colour options
Well made from high quality components
Light, protective and very wearable.
Good quality fabric and washable at 40 so should stay smelling sweet for longer.
Not the absolute lightest but a great balance of weight, packsize and protection.
Very comfortable.
Excellent value considering how often you'll probably use it.
Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose
Performed extremely well.
Tell us what you particularly liked about the product
Cut, fit, just enough features.
Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product
Did you enjoy using the product? Yes.
Would you consider buying the product? Definitely.
Would you recommend the product to a friend? Yes.
Anything further to say about the product in conclusion?
An excellent lightweight gilet with just the right features. Worth the price for how often it'll be used.
About the tester
Age: 37 Height: 1.65m Weight: 67kg
I usually ride: My best bike is:
I've been riding for: 10-20 years I ride: Most days I would class myself as: Experienced
I regularly do the following types of riding: commuting, touring, general fitness riding, mtb,
Lara has been riding bikes for longer than she'd care to admit, and writing about them nearly as long. Since 2009 she has been working as part of the road.cc review team whilst championing women's cycling on the side, most notably via two years as editor of the, sadly now defunct, UK's first and only women's cycling mag, erm, Women's Cycling.
Believing fervently that cycling will save the world, she wishes that more people would just ride a bike and be pleasant to each other.
She will ride anything with two wheels, occasionally likes to go fast, definitely likes to go far and is always up for a bit of exploring somewhere new and exciting.


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Total revenues of TOP 100 state-owned companies for 9 months boosted by UAH 187 bn.
As a result of activities of TOP 100 companies for 9 months their revenues have grown by UAH 187 billion. Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Trade of Ukraine Yulia Kovaliv announced on 18 March, during the extraordinary Cabinet's meeting which was summoned to consider the results of audit of major state-owned enterprises.
"Today in Ukraine there are over 3,500 enterprises, half of which operational. Now, pursuant to the law the privatization of over 1,700 state-owned enterprises have been prohibited ", said the Deputy Minister.
In turn, Prime Minister of Ukraine Arseniy Yatsenyuk commissioned to prepare to be submitted to the Parliament a new bill on reduction of objects prohibited for privatization and expressed belief that the Verkhovna Rada would support this draft.
On the outcomes of the audit of TOP 100 state-owned companies, during 9 months their profits have boosted by 45%, which is UAH 187 billion, the total net asset value makes up about UAH 1 trillion.
In general, the state enterprises are expected to have earned UAH 2.6 billion in 2015, which is by UAH 10 billion more versus 2014, when they demonstrated losses worth UAH 7.4 billion.


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We are pleased to announce that the Hub has launched a regional Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) dashboard report for Pharmaceutical Wholesale Services. This follows a national set of KPIs which have been developed by a working group of NHS Specialists and the Healthcare Distribution Association and is based on the successes of that provided in the Homecare Medicines Services market.
The Hub KPI dashboard report provides Trusts with clear data relating to the quality of the services provided (for example, order lines on time and in full), as well as sight of their own performance measures, such as order lines per order and utilisation of electronic ordering.
This report also offers members the opportunity to benchmark data against other Trusts in the East of England region and compare quality indicators between suppliers; a level of data accessibility that was previously not available in the Pharmaceutical Wholesaler Services market.
We anticipate this report will offer members the ability to objectively quantify the current service levels. It will also enable Trusts to identify areas of focus to further improve both the services provided by the pharmaceutical wholesalers and the efficiency of the pharmacy procurement process.
Trusts have been well engaged and keen for the arrival of the dashboard, with the first report containing July's data recently shared with members. Looking forward, the next 3-6 months will be focussed on working with Trusts and suppliers to review and refine the data submitted by the suppliers.
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I got the chance to do a short interview with M.J. Eberhart, possibly better known as Nimblewill Nomad. He is currently on his 2014 Odyssey hiking the Oregon National Historic Trail (ONHT). He was kind enought to take a few moment to answer just a few questions for us via email.
I came across Nimblewill years ago while I was searching for information on the North Country Scenic Trailway, which he happened to be hiking at the time. I had followed that hike on his website and when he was near an area that I commonly hike, I was going to attempt to meet up with him just to shake his hand and share a lunch. Unfortunately being the working stiff I am, I had to be at my job that weekend. I never got to meet him face to face, but hope one day to be able to shake this mans hand.
I asked Nimblewill if he could give us a short bio for this article, and he replied " how's "Long-distance Triple Crown Hiker and Author!" To that, I would like to add "an inspiration to all."
Visit Nimblewill Nomad's website for a full bio and much more. Now, on to our little interview.
Dick: I was going to start naming trails you have hiked, but that would take up most of this interview. Out of all the trails that you have been on, are there any that are "hands down" your favorite? If so, what makes them stand out?
Nomad: A frequent question, and certainly a good one. I answer it (tongue-in-cheek) by asking a question back–which one of your kids is your favorite! Of course, that simply begs the question.
This current trek o'er the Oregon National Historic Trail is proving one incredible and amazing journey. A favorite? Don't know. But I do know that the almost daily outpouring of human kindness from perfect strangers along–just amazing. Ah, and as first stated in my Ditty, "Why Go," it's the people…
As you know, I've hiked all 11 National Scenic Trails, and have a fair start on the National Historic ones. Each of these trails, in their own unique way, are special and dear to me. The mountains are beautiful. So for the plains, the deserts, the countless rivers and lush valleys, even the snowbound peaks. I've labored long and hard at seeing it all, because all of Nature is unique and so very special!
Dick: What 3 items would you never hit the trail without?
Nomad: My pickup and 5th-wheel–is that one or two things?
Okay, George Washington "Nessmuk" Sears said, "I go to the woods to smooth it, not to rough it. I get it rough enough at home." So, that in mind, the process becomes one of sorting out (and then managing) the difference between what we want and what we truly need. Click on "Gear List," any of my recent odysseys, and read what's there in the intro. For convenience, I'll cut and paste it for you here:
"Our pack burden (the crushing weight of all the stuff we lift and lug to the trail) is directly proportional to our degree of insecurity–our fear of the trail, that dreaded unknown. The greater our fear, the heavier our packs become. Until we accept this fact will we forever continue staggering on, bound by (and shackled to) this crushing burden of stuff.
"So, the dilemma: What to do! Well, it's really quite simple. First, we must diligently set to shedding this crushing burden of fear. Fear that weighs our hearts and minds. Then (and only then), might we begin shedding the burden of all the stuff that weighs our backs.
"Believe me dear friends, experiencing the joy of trekking unburdened is near magic, no less the rejoicing in Ma Nature's glorious wonders."
This didn't answer the question, did it!
Dick: When you are not out on a hiking odyssey, how do you spend your time? Is much of it taken up by training for your next journey on the trail?
Nomad: Training? Good God, no! I have no home. When not living on the trail, out of my pack, I'm disperse camped in one or the other of our national forests–out of an old '89 GMC 4WD pickup with topper.
Dick: I have seen on your website that you have quite a number of poems and "ditties" that you wrote. Do you have a favorite that we could post a link too?
Nomad: Currently (because I'm on the ONHT) it's "How the West was Won." It's also there on my Odyssey 2014 ONHT page.
Dick: You have been backpacking since the early eighty's and have seen many trails. What one piece of advice would you give to someone who is just getting into backpacking?
Nomad: Put your pack on and go; learn it the hard way, just like the blistered-up rest of us! Or you might shortcut the misery involved with the learning curve by reading the least…
Dick: Your website says that you had "long pondered the conclusion to your long-distance hiking career" after last years Odyssey. When you do decide to hang up the old hiking boots, how do you plan on spending your retirement?
Nomad: Easy question to answer: My granddaddy died in the woods. My daddy died in the woods. And I'm working on it.
Dick: Where can we find you on the Internet (social media)?
Nomad: Can't. Not there. I'm old fashioned; drop me a hello at my guestbook…
Dick: Again, thank you for taking time out of your hike to answer these questions! We here at Tent Camping Headquarters truly appreciate it.
Nomad: Hey, Dick, you're certainly welcome–it's been a hoot!
*For more on Nimblewill Nomad check out his website www.nimblewillnomad.com
Sign his guestbook and tell him we said "Hi!"
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Hello, this is Bill and Jesse , my Australian Shepherd, we met in Hope Valley,CA. Just thought we'd say hi, we're in Seward, Alaska for the summer. All I can about Alaska is WOW AWESOME !!! It was fun, talking and cooking a breakfast for you guys. If you can drop me an email sometime, would like to update again soon. If you can meet in Hope Valley, near Scott's Lake, October 10th were gonna be camping with a few friends, join us if possible. Take care Ole buddy, Bill and Jesse
Thanks for sharing your interview with us! I'm a huge fan of Nomad! I have all three of his published books and I regularly read his journal entries and watch his youtube videos. He's a daily inspiration to me. I'd love to run into him one day on a trail. Anyone who thinks they can't do it need only look at Nomad for inspiration. He could kick all our butts on the trail and he's in his late seventies. That's my kind of hero.
Thanks for your comment Dan! He has inspired me as well. That is why I wanted to do this little interview with him. I was going to attempt meeting up with him once on the North Country but when he got near I had to work.
Things dont always work out but it is nice to be inspired by someone.


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Well I've done it. I've finished my first draft of my Dystopian novel "Sugar Coated".
I'm still ages away from it being completed since I have to re-read it and make sure I didn't change my character's eye colors half way through (like I did with pretty much EVERYONE in "The Breakup Artist") and make sure that I actually made sense. Then it's time for a billion people to read over it and find my MANY typos and then.... Drum roll please... it's time to slowly wear down every literary agent in New York until their resistance is weakened and they have to accept my book :)
That's about how the process goes.
But I figure now that I've written the book I can tell you a bit about it... butttttt I can't give anything away. So that's a problem. Let's see, what can I say without alluding to the fifteen billion twists in the book?
Well, I can tell you that It's a dystopian Young Adult novel set in the future on a plant called Halcyon. It's about a girl named Brynn who feels like maybe a society where everything is given to you in the blink of an eye isn't such a good thing. And it's about some creepy purple eyed Angels that Brynn can't seem to stop dreaming about.
It has misinformation, fear of water, too much technology and too much leisure time, not to mention the ominous feeling that the utiopian society you live in may not be as perfect as you first believed.
So what does all of this mean? It means this book will be full of action, danger, romance, conspiracy theories, and a computer named Charlie who I absolutely love.
Hopefully the grueling editing and agent wearing down process won't take too long so that you can read it for yourself since, as stated above, there are too many twists to really explain much. I guess I'd better figure out a better pitch for my book than that huh?
All in good time!
Now, despite the danger of being sued for continually putting pictures up on my blog that I find on Google images, here are some things that remind me of "Sugar Coated".
Anyone who knows me knows all about my Emily Browning obsession so of course my main character Brynn would be based on her.
Pretty much any picture of Tron reminds me of my book. Let's just say there's lots of neon lights and creepy women :)
And last but not least, this woman's hair was the inspiration for the extremely creepy Eris, who you'd never want to meet in a dark alley... though she wouldn't be caught dead in a dark alley anyway. You'd never want to meet her in a bright white sterile hospital room full of implements of torture. How's that?
The series will be three books long and the title of book two is "Rose Tinted" though to talk about that particular plot would require revealing all of the things that happen in book one.
So no plot for you!
Until next time!
So no plot for you!
Until next time!


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Well, hello there! I'm Maude! I would prefer my name to be Her Most High Imperial Doggy Majesty. Oh well.
I have a human named Clara. She's a good human, and gives me lots of treats. She lets me do whatever I want! Well, mostly. I can't chase the cats…. *sigh*
Look at that cat! It's just begging to be chased! Someday… someday….
I love to play fetch! Here I am playing fetch with Clara.
Ahh… that was last summer, when I turned four! Clara made me a cake with dog biscuits and peanut butter.
I love to explore! Sometimes, the human kids take me in the woods, where I can get myself and them all muddy.
See? I love mud!
Here I am, sniffing down a ferocious beast near the creek!
After I get muddy, I have to get a bath. I hate baths! Though I do look very beautiful after I'm all clean:
This is a picture of me when I won a pet photo contest! I am quite flattering, don't you think?
Here I am being silly! 😛
Thanks for reading, humans! Be sure to comment and tell me how cute I am!
Isn't Maude adorable? 😉 I had fun writing this!


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Making a grand entrance today, give a big hand to the Rockin Talkin Tacos. This south western entree consist of flavorful ground sirloin cooked to perfection with delicious Anaheim peppers, chili power, cumin and a host of other robust spices that are sure to entice your palate.
Ingredients for Rockin Talkin Tacos
- 1 1/2 pounds of ground beef (sirloin)
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 3 medium Anaheim peppers charred & diced
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper diced
- 1 tablespoon of crushed garlic
- 4 medium heirloom tomatoes dices
- 1/2 cup of mild chili powder
- 1/2 cup of cumin
- 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika
- 1/3 cup of beef stock
- salt to taste
- 2 cups of mexican blend cheese
- 2 cups of red leaf lettuce shredded
- 8-10 yellow corn or wheat tortillas
Ingredients for Guacamole
- 5 large avocados
- 3 small tomatoes chopped
- 1 bunch of cilantro chopped
- 1 small white onion diced
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- salt to taste
Ingredients for garnish
- 2-3 limes quartered
- 6 medium radish thinly sliced
- 1/2 bunch of cilantro chopped
- 2 large tomatoes chopped
Clean, rinse and drain all produce before use.
♦ Chef Ann's Notes:
If you are unsure about picking perfect avocados, just ask your produce man they are normally very helpful.
For those of you who do not like beef you may substitute with a meat of your choice, however you may want to switch out one or two of the spices that I use in this recipe.
You may also opt out on the red leaf lettuce and use shredded cabbage, red or green.
Preparation before cooking
Place Anaheim peppers under the broiler or on a grill to get a nice charred burn effect. Then remove peppers and place in a brown paper bag allowing them to sweat for about 10 to 15 minutes. When the peppers have cooled down you can now dice and set aside until you add them to the ground sirloin.
Preparation while cooking (guacamole)
Slice avocados in half discard seeds and place avocados in a large bowl. With a fork mash until you have a smooth consistency then add cilantro, white onion, tomatoes, lemon juice and salt to taste. You may also use a food processor.
Place ground sirloin in a large skillet at medium high heat for about 10 minutes and stir frequently. Add cayenne pepper, garlic, yellow onion, Anaheim peppers, yellow diced bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, paprika, tomatoes and salt to taste. Continue to stir making sure that all ingredients blends well. After 10 minutes add beef stock and stir.
Lower heat and allow mixture to simmer for 15 minutes then remove from heat.
Heat another skillet or comal at medium high heat. You may add a pinch of preferred cooking oil if desired and place tortillas one or two at a time depending on how large your skillet is.
Less or more than a minute at a time on both sides; what ever your desired firmness for tortillas. Now remove from heat load on the goodness but don't forget to garnish.
You are now ready to serve up some Rockin Talkin Tacos!
Bon Appetite
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 – 8
♥ Chef Ann's 'rockin talkin tacos' Tip:
Another wonderful cheese that you might want to try for this recipe is "Enchilado" the brand is Cacique. It is sure to add a distinctive taste to an already savory entree.
Helpful information
The use of a comal for heating your tortillas is the perfect cooking tool. They can be found in most Mexican markets, better department stores and even some Walmart stores.
For those that are gluten intolerant, I recommend the Mission brand of yellow corn tortillas. O grams of Cholesterol, naturally low fat and a good source of fiber. source: calorieking.com


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We've all been there. We're right in the middle of buying something online when the phone rings. Or the dog needs to be let out. Or dinner's ready....
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Very nice plant and great photos.
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Well, after not getting a chance to try the new drink recipe that I was talking about, Sunday evening I finally had the chance. I will say that the first review was only kind of so-so.
I get a magazine called everyday food. When I subscribed, I didn't realize that it was a 'Martha Stewart' magazine. So her version of everyday food and mine are a little different, but I have tried probably a recipe an issue, and we have liked some, others sort of whatever. (The Hawaiian Pound Cake was one)
Watermelon Lemonade
2 Lemons, quartered
1 C fresh mint leaves
1/2 C packed light brown sugar
1/2 medium seedless watermelon (about 9 pounds)
1 C vodka (optional) *yeah whatever!*
Squeeze lemons into large pitcher (I used gallon, but I think it would fit into a 1/2 gallon) add the the squeezed lemons, mint and sugar. Mash with a wooden spoon until mint it bruised and sugar is dissolved. In blender puree watermelon in batches until smooth, pour through a fine sieve into pitcher. (You should have about 8 cups of juice) Stir to combine. Refridgerate, covered up to three days. And vodka if using, serve over ice.
Okay my version, didn't use the mint leaves as I totally forgot to get any. They might improve it. I wasn't a huge fan of this drink and heck yes we used the vodka! ;) I wish I had chilled the watermelon thoroughly first. I also would do crushed ice or make this a semi frozen type of drink. We put it over ice and it just needed to be colder, if that makes sense. It was okay, I think it might need to be a bit sweeter, I am thinking that white sugar could be an improvement as well. You know what this means, I will have to make it again, soon.
Anyway, I look forward to hearing reviews, comments, suggestions.
Busy week here, wrapping up last minute things before the fairs get going. Will have some pics to post I suppose of kids and black cows (one red one. if we gt him to 'that' stage!) coming soon.
From Tulip~


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The number one vote-getter to grow medical marijuana in Illinois says he is "humbled" to learn that his company's scores were the highest in the state.
During the confidential scoring process, Dominic Sergi's Cresco Labs LLC was rated as the best applicant in state police districts 5, 9, and 21. And the ratings they received from state evaluators, were the highest of any applicant statewide.
"We're just very honored that we got the three highest scores in the state," Sergi says. "We put a lot of time, energy and money into our application, and we're encouraged by what we've seen so far."
It requires a bit of tea-leaf-reading to determine what those scores might mean. Confidential emails released this week by the Governor's office show that despite the scores, two of the districts where Cresco was successful were still being evaluated, according to draft press releases which were never issued. In the end, the Quinn administration never issued licenses to any applicants, passing that task on to their successor, Bruce Rauner.
Still, the scores suggest Cresco's approach impressed evaluators from the Illinois Department of Agriculture enough, at least at some point, that they were given the state's highest ratings.
"We're just very honored, and very humbled, that we got the highest scores in the state," Sergi says.
While details of cannabis applications remain confidential, it is known from zoning presentations in District 9 that Cresco proposed a revenue sharing plan, where the company would contribute half a percent of gross revenues to the coffers of each of the district's seven counties. (District 9 includes Sangamon, Logan, Cass, Menard, Morgan, and Christian counties). Some critics, notably the State Journal Register newspaper in Springfield, blasted the plan as an effort to "buy" a state-sanctioned license. Sergi counters that it was simply an effort to give back to local communities, some of which are struggling financially.
"We felt it was very important to be a part of the communities we were in," he said. "and to make sure that we were entrenched in those communities, and make sure it was part of our community benefits program."
It isn't known if other applicants made similar proposals.
The potential for a financial windfall for any of the applicants is, or course, enormous. In their proposal, Cresco guaranteed at minimum, at least $25,000 in revenue-sharing with the local counties.
"The state's guidelines clearly outlined the need for community involvement and support," said another member of the Cresco team. "Instead of having the local communities be reluctant to have a medical marijuana cultivation facility, we wanted them to be partners and benefit financially from the success of a community business."
Of course, all of this is dependent on the program moving forward, and by all outward signs, right now it is not. Rauner's office says it is reviewing the medical marijuana program and will take legal concerns that might come out of that review to Attorney General Lisa Madigan for evaluation.
Emails released by Rauner's office this week, show that the program was buffeted by indecision and wildly divergent scenarios during the waning days of the Quinn administration.
For example, on January 5, three different draft press releases were proposed, from one announcing the awarding of licenses for at least 18 cultivation centers and 57 dispensaries, to a decision to kick the entire program to Rauner just three hours later.
After that, it appears the license awards were back in and out several times.
On January 8th, Health Department spokesman Melaney Arnold advised colleagues of her schedule, "in the event an announcement is made this weekend."
The following day, Robert Morgan, chief of the medical cannabis program advised staffers, "nothing planned for the weekend right now."
The discussions about what to do continued right up to inauguration eve. At 5:17pm, another draft list of cultivation centers was prepared. An hour and 21 minutes later, in an email of "talking points", Morgan advised, "I'm now hearing we may be again just doing (marijuana) advisory board and not cultivation centers. We'll need a statement ready for that too…"
The following morning, Quinn's office announced through Sun Times columnist Michael Sneed that licensing had been put on hold, and passed on to the new governor. At 6:43 a.m., Morgan told colleagues, "I am so sorry. I was not made aware of this statement before it went out."
Twenty eight minutes later, Arnold, the Health Department spokesman, delivered a similar sentiment. "I feel like I am way out of the loop," she said, "and I'm sure my phone will start ringing off the hook."
With the seconds ticking before Rauner took the oath of office, press staffer Grant Klinzman wrote at 10:29 a.m., "Governor, we would like to sign the medical cannabis bill as soon as possible…".
That draft, on which he was urging the governor's signature, and which Quinn would sign and release a short time later, did not include action on the licenses. Rather, it made clarifications in the pilot program relating to sanctions available for enforcement, and a change relating to enforcement of the vehicle code. And Quinn encouraged a number of future changes, including removal of a provision calling for criminal background checks for patients.
But no licenses were issued.
On Monday, a senior Quinn administration official said that in the end, it was determined there was still too much to be done. In that official's words, "The governor wanted to make sure it was not pushed out the door," and Quinn made a decision that he did not want to issue only a partial list of licenses.
No one in the Rauner camp will elaborate on what stood out which held up the process. Requests to interview director Morgan have been declined, and when asked for clarification on what problems had been detected, a Rauner spokesman said Tuesday, "I cannot comment further right now."
That mean applicants who now know the scored highly and likely would have received licenses have no choice but to wait.
"You know, we're encouraged by the administration and the state that it's going to get done," Sergi said. "It's just a matter of time."


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What is grit?
The typical definition is a strength of character or resolve, but for a more nuanced understanding, we can turn to psychologist Angela Duckworth.
Early in her career, Duckworth was obsessed with understanding what made some individuals successful and others not. While our minds often look towards talent or IQ, she discovered something that played an even more pivotal role: grit.
In her own words, grit can be described as follows:
Grit is passion and perseverance for very long-term goals. Grit is having stamina. Grit is sticking with your future, day in, day out, not just for the week, not just for the month, but for years, and working really hard to make that future a reality. Grit is living life like it's a marathon, not a sprint.
From her research, she found that ultimately it was effort and not talent that determined success. She explained this idea with two simple formulas.As you can see, effort is the common factor and counts two-fold when it comes to reaching your goals. It is necessary to not only develop your skills, but also achieve with them.
So what is the key to having grit? It can be broken down into four key components.
1. Interest
It begins with interest in a subject or discipline. The truth is, you're not going to be willing to work hard when you hate what you're working on.
So to find grittiness, you need to first discover things that not only capture your interest, but holds it. Far too often we stumble on something that ignites our curiosity, to only find it fade over time.
The key is the transition from just an interest to a passion. The thing is, passion takes time to develop, so don't give up too soon. On the other hand, you'll know when you stumble upon something that just clicks for you.
Find that and you'll be well on your way.
2. Practice
Once you find that interest and hopefully passion, it comes down to practice. You have to practice deliberately, day after day, week after week, month after month, to develop any skill, but also grit.Yes Mr. Iverson, we're talkin' bout practice. It may not be the most glamorous thing, but it is essential for growth and reaching your goals.
If you're not willing to put in the time to get good, then you will certainly never have grit.
3. Purpose
While the natural outcome of being good at what you do are often fame, money, and recognition, there is a need for a higher purpose as well.
Every individual needs some reason, beyond themselves, to keep working hard and doing what they do. Without it they will give up, quit, or simply feel unfulfilled. Having that purpose keeps you going and happy to do so.
The thing is, it need not be some world changing reason. It can be as simple as building a better world for your kids or putting a smile on others faces.
It is purpose that keeps you motivated to keep moving forward, no matter the challenges you face.
4. Belief
Finally, you need self-belief that you can achieve your goals. Without it, why would you put in the time and effort to practice, to get better, and to help others?
A key part of belief is your mindset. Carol Dweck, in her book Mindset, shared two distinct ways to look at your situation: fixed vs. growth.
If you have a fixed mindset you believe that you are what you are, no matter what you do. You believe that natural talent is all that matters.
To have grit though, you need to have the growth mindset. This means you believe in yourself, you acknowledge that hard work, discipline, and effort can change your situation.
You control the outcome.
Over time, grit is what separates fruitful lives from aimlessness.John Ortberg
The importance of grit has often been overlooked, but it shouldn't be. In fact, it's become ever clearer that grit may in fact matter more than intelligence or empathy or talent.
Hard work can take you a lot farther than any other trait you have, and it's also a trait that you completely control, if you choose to.
If you want to learn more, check out the TED Talk that started it all and the recently released book, Grit by Angela Duckworth.


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Seven Women's College students were present at the Women in Technology campus opening event at Google Atlanta's headquarters on Sept. 23. Joined by Brenau University staff and faculty representatives Pam Fountain, Juli Clay and Rudi Kiefer, the students heard lectures from three of the top women in local high-tech industries – ControlScan CEO Joan Herbig, Worldpay Chief Technology Officer Nancy Cox and Satori Interactive CEO Fela Strickland-Smith.
"It was awesome to learn from these women," said Jazzmine Eaton, WC '16. "They demonstrated to us that what counts isn't the field you majored in, but determination and willpower. You have to be interested in trying new things, and exploring what's out there."
Dean of the College of Health Sciences Gale Starich said the WIT events are important for Women's College students. They offer young women an opportunity to explore emerging technology careers, as well as see how liberal arts degrees can provide a pathway into computer science-heavy industries.
Another Women in Technology event is scheduled Nov. 2 at the Georgia Pacific corporate campus in Atlanta. One of the employees working there, I.T. account manager Cindy Jackson, graduated from Brenau in 1986 with a Bachelor's of Science in Criminal Justice and Psychology.
"Our younger students need this experience," Starich said. "This session is a perfect opportunity for our psychology, biology and health science majors to learn from the WIT group."
Brenau will provide transportation, but seating is limited. Those interested in attending the next WIT event are encouraged to register at http://mywit.site-ym.com/event/GP.


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Warning: Thar be spoilers ahead. And jumbly thoughts.
Last night, hubs and I headed to the local theater for the first time in months (the last movie we have seen together was RUSH – his pick) for an 8 PM screening of the new Disney film, Tomorrowland. I had been looking forward to the release of the movie for quite a while -and since I had watched minimal trailers, I was pretty excited about jumping in for the adventure.
That morning, I had read just one review (Patty's An Honest Tomorrowland Review) which set my mindset for the film. I was fully prepared for "all the feels" I would surely experience…first spoiler: definitely lots of feels.
One of the main reasons we don't go to see movies a lot is that I get quickly annoyed of bad theater etiquette (i.e. people putting their feet up near your head, loud talking, ringing/buzzing phones, excess talking) but fortunately for us, our theater wasn't too crowded and we had an appropriate buffer zone of solitude to enjoy the film. After endless trailers (seriously, 25 minutes of crappy trailers is excessive), the opening "castle" scene began, and I was already ALL IN (you'll understand when you see it!!)
Next up? Full-scale waterworks from me as Frank, the young George Clooney character (the kid version, who is super duper adorable) visits the 1964 World's Fair with his jet pack invention – I mean: "A Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow," amazing costuming, retro-goodness – everything. I wanted to go to there. We really need an all retro park…but I digress…
Anyway. STUFF HAPPENS. Frank meets this stylish lil gal named Athena, who obviously has a more complex story than you can imagine yet at that point. She gives him a pin. He hightails it onto an "it's a small world" boat (be still my heart) right behind Athena and her group…we hear that familiar tune (more crying from me) and then BOOM! The boat changes course! He's somewhere else, completely! But…where???
Now, between mopping up my tears, and taking quick glances to see if hubs was still awake (he warned me it had been a long day) I may have missed a few key points here and there, but for the next hour and a half or so, the film pops around to:
- Narration from present-day Frank (with yet unknown female voice)
- An introduction to Casey (the gal in the previews) and learn about her eternal optimism and dedication to forward thinking as well as her NASA Dad (randomly Tim McGraw?)
- Casey's own Tomorrowland pin
- a crazy road trip to a retro store (hilarious performance by Keegan-Michael Key)
- Hijacking of a car
- Hijacking of a truck
- A crazy road trip up to New York
- Hologram Dog
- Frank's crazy house
- Frank's crazy contraptions in Frank's crazy house
- Audio Animatronics Gone Wild
- More driving
- Random building
- Now we're in Paris
- Tomorrowland, but not pretty.
- A teeny bit of insight as to why Frank was banished from Tomorrowland.
- Crazy ball thing. Projections. X-men-ish.
- More Audio Animatronics Gone Wild + Robots + Portal + Beach + Fighting + ????
- Athena shows her more human side. (More crying from me).
- United Colors of Benetton. And Casey's brother (OHH! He's also that kid that was in EXTANT! That's where I knew him from). And Casey's Dad.
In a nutshell, that's the movie. And although I liked the ending, I think they missed a perfect opportunity for some OG Epcot Center tie-in. Ya know?
So…yeah. That's what I think. When it comes out on DVD/Blu-ray, I'd be interested to see any deleted scenes that may help me tie a few things together in my mind better, but in general, it was a visually spectacular film – a little more action-y than I'd imagine for a PG movie (hubs thought so too) but I think, still okay for most kids to see.
Did you watch TOMORROWLAND? What did you think?


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There will be a HUGE rummage sale in the Marshall High School commons area Saturday (9/11) to raise funds for the MHS Choir's trip to England in 2011. They will also be having a car wash which will cost $5 (although I'm sure a bigger donation would be appreciated.) That's a one stop shop right there my friends...lots of loot and a clean car to put it in.
The MHS Chorale has been nationally recognized as a superb organization and I hope many of you go out and support them this weekend.
Friday, September 10, 2010
HUGE Rummage Sale Tomorrow!!!
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I guess really I should have questioned this when I first noticed it, but wanted to ask other members if they are in exactly same position as me if they are in this combination of ESA please, right that's the waffle here's the question lol.
Prior to ESA I was on Long Term Incapacity Benefit, which was a higher rate than the amount payable for ESA Support Group Contribution Based. I was told that when ESA had its annual increase in April each year, my benefit would not increase until the levels overtook my Incapacity payment was, it currently still isn't above that level.
My query is, as a single woman, without savings, living in a private rented flat on housing & council tax benefit, is this the reason I am in the Contribution rather than the Income based group? I have been in this group 2 years in March & can't find any information on benefit GOV. Org etc web sites that make sense of why I am in this group. I did contact DWP before & someone was supposed to be getting back to me, but I then had to have an emergency operation & life been taken up with trying to recover after this.
As Income Based ESA SUPPORT bring benefits of free prescriptions etc, full housing benefit & others I cannot think of after 4th night without sleep, there are obviously benefits to being in income based group which I would have thought I should be. The only reason I can think of why I am in contribution based is the higher incapacity payments prior to switch over.
Is anyone one in the same situation as me with either same or different group choice. I should add I had to give up full time work in 1993 & my attempt at doing my job part time ended in 1994 & I haven't worked at all since then.
Hopefully someone can help me in my query
Thanks got reading my long convoluted message lol Karen
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UKCP Registered Integrative Psychotherapist working from the OTS-Witney Therapy Centre, which is in the heart of Witney, with easy access from surrounding villages, such as Eynsham, Long Hanborough, Carterton, Freeland and North/South Leigh. Whilst I principally work in Witney, I also offer sessions in The Practice Rooms, Summertown, Oxford where I offer both individual and couples counselling sessions.
People decide to come for Counselling for all kinds of different reasons. It may be in response to a particular problem that has happened in their lives and has has knocked them 'off balance' or it may be something they have been considering for a long time. On the other hand, it may be something that has been suggested by someone close to them or by a professional, such as a GP. Whatever the reason, it can be daunting to consider counselling or psychotherapy and confusing to know which counsellor to choose for the best. There are many different kinds of approaches and all the recent research has confirmed that the most important element in getting a good outcome from therapy is the interaction or connection between you and your counsellor. It's all about who will work best for you.
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If you make the decision to make a booking for a first, exploratory session with me then during that first session we will explore your reasons for coming to therapy and you will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. It is also a chance for both of us to assess whether we feel we're suited to working together, and there is no obligation to meet again. If the decision is not to work together, then I am happy to refer you on to another counsellor or psychotherapist if you wish.
What issues can I bring?
You can bring any issue you wish to discuss and many people find it helpful to talk to someone who is not a friend or a member of their family. It may be that you are experiencing anxiety or depression or have issues with work or relationships. Sometimes, there is nothing that you can put a 'label' on when you are thinking about coming for therapy, as you may just be feeling a bit 'out of sorts'. Maybe not handling the demands of your life like you used to? Whatever the issue that brings you to psychotherapy or counselling, together we will work out how you see yourself and your place in your family, or the world in general and how this impacts on your well-being. As a therapist, I am interested in us discovering the unique way in which you experience yourself in the world and how you interact with others.
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As part of my professional development and services to clients, I am an active member of the Oxfordshire Therapy and Self-Development Centre (OTS Centre) community, with centres in both Witney and Oxford offering psychotherapy and counselling, along with therapeutic groups and other self-development opportunities. OTS is a diverse community of counsellors and therapists from a wide range of therapeutic orientations, offering a range of psychological therapies, methods and therapy formats. We provide a one-stop access and referral point for the general public, helping you find the 'right' therapy and the 'right' psychotherapist or counsellor for you. OTS is committed to providing impartial advice, information, assessment and recommendations for people throughout Oxfordshire, as well as providing psychological services appropriate to the individual, by tailoring the therapy to what you need and want (rather than prescribing a generic therapy on the basis of your diagnosed 'symptoms').
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Specifically, what OTS provides for clients is:
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2. Options to work from Therapy Centres in either Witney or Oxford
3.. Impartial information about therapy generally as well as services and practitioners available in the region.
4. Introductory and educational events as well as workshops on specific topics.
5. Referral service helping you choose the 'right' therapeutic option for you as an individual, couple or family concerned.
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As the nights begin to draw in and we head into Winter, many people can feel their mood shift downwards. During the next few months of low sunlight and short days, with the potential for cold and disruptive weather it is important to find ways to support our mental health. This short and informative article has lots of practical and supportive ideas for taking care during the winter season. Stay warm and well! Click here


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It's not very common that we push for Swedish rappers here at Beathearts. Not because we don't enjoy their stuff but because most of you can't appreciate what they're saying. However, the last couple of weeks there have been a few releases with original material that we think you might enjoy despite any language barriers.
First off is the first single of Jason 'Timbuktu' Diakité's new album is Dansa (Dance). Despite its title it's a moody, slow and beatless track. Kudos for the minimalistic video as well. Download the track for free here.
Timbuktu ft Jan Lundgren & Duo Pannacotta - Dansa
The second tune is from producer On-ree who put together this underground all-star track. On-ree is also the DJ for Stockholmssyndromet of which old Beathearts favourite Rick Skizzo (of Up-Hygh fame) is a member.
On-Ree feat Abidaz, Marshall Arts & C.U.P. - Ba!
The final track is from Rapper Ted who used to be (still is?) a part of the duo Tinitus & Ted. They have always followed their own original style and this is no exception. As an ode to LL Cool J's early 80ies love-rap this track is about a guy who falls in love with his girlfriend's mother... (hence the titel Your mother). Apparently the official video is rated R by Youtube so we give you the censored version but you can of course log in for the original. Taken from his upcoming album, Mitt allra käraste vapen, due for release in March.
Rapper Ted - Din mamma


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2. The Non-Public Confidential Marriage License is recorded in the Marriage License Department. Personal information on this license is protected from the public. The Confidential License may be used throughout the State. This license can be purchased from the County Clerk or from an authorized provider who has been designated by the county clerk as "Authorized Clergy Notary." Pastor Mike is an Authorized Clergy Notary.
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Supportive Housing Programs
We manage three major supportive housing programs specific to Juneau. The Shelter Plus Care program provides permanent housing vouchers to homeless, disabled households at any eligible location in Juneau. The Supportive Housing Program, provides permanent housing vouchers to four apartments located at our shelter. Supportive Housing for Very Low-Income Seniors provides permanent rental assistance for seniors at Smith Hall. In all, an average of 40 households per year are maintained in safe, decent permanent housing thanks to these programs.


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February 13, 2018
Female Legislator Attacked In Brawl Over Yerevan Sewage Water
An Armenian opposition municipal legislator was attacked in a brawl that erupted at a city council meeting in the capital, Yerevan, as she attempted to give the mayor a container showing how dirty the water in the capital is.
February 13, 2018
'Sewage Water' Fight Erupts At Yerevan City Hall
City councilors traded blows at a meeting in Yerevan after an official tried to show the mayor a bottle of wastewater as evidence of some neighborhoods' overflowing sewers. Members of the ruling party blocked her way and slapped her, setting off a brawl.
January 08, 2018
Military In Nagorno-Karabakh Says Soldier Killed By Azerbaijani Sniper
Ethnic Armenian military authorities in Azerbaijan's breakaway Nagorno-Karabakh region say one of their soldiers has been killed by an Azerbaijani sniper near the line of contact that separates the combatant sides.
December 27, 2017
Gays Hide, Flee Ex-Soviet Republics As LGBT Crackdowns Turn Brutal
2017 saw increased targeting of gay communities in former Soviet republics by official crackdowns and homophobic thugs. Horrific tales have emerged from Chechnya, Azerbaijan, and Central Asia -- even leading activists to create a secret "underground railroad" to bring victims to safety in the West.
December 22, 2017
'Climate Of Hate' For LGBT Defenders In Former Soviet Republics
Amnesty International says groups that defend LGBT rights are facing a rise in hostility in parts of the former Soviet Union, fueled by discrimination, homophobia, and what it called Russia's crusade against "nontraditional sexual relationships."
November 23, 2017
EU, Armenia Ink Partnership Pact As Eastern Partnership Summit Concludes
European Union leaders and six former Soviet republics on November 24 swiftly agreed on a final joint declaration of their Eastern Partnership summit in Brussels, avoiding a repeat of the squabbling that triggered delays at the last summit two years ago.


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Kerala has managed to become the epitome of progress in India. Right from promoting transgender rights to their stance on the recent beef curry fiasco, the state has always stood up for the causes it champions. The latest on the progress front is the inclusion of Bob Dylan's poetry in the Kerala Class 10 State Syllabus English textbook.
The Nobel Prize winner's work featuring in the Kerala's curriculum is a feat not achieved by any American High School. Now cynics may go on to call it a publicity stunt. But far more than mere publicity, the aim of the education board is to include the words that deeply impacted generations across the globe. His work is said to have propelled the American Civil Rights Movement and his songs have become anthems.
Source: homegrown
However, this isn't a first where Dylan's work has been featured in any curriculum. His poetry is a section in the syllabus of Ivy League universities. Moreover, the Cambridge University Press published The Cambridge Companion to Bob Dylan, placing the musician in the company of Baudelaire, Edith Wharton, Ernest Hemingway, and other literary giants, as reported by The Washington Post.
Literature studies are not the only academic stream where Dylan's work has worked its way into. His poems are present in various cultural classes and even legal studies! The Washington and Lee Law Review puts forward that Bob Dylan is "the most-cited songwriter in both judicial opinions and law-journal articles." And it just doesn't stop here. The study material to be taught in schools in Kerala is the same as that taught in the Dartmouth University!
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Instructor Kevin Barents, who teaches a course titled 'Bob Dylan: Music and Words' at Boston University, explained to The Washington Post that "the accretion of detail and breadth of subject and emotion in his work as a whole is as staggering as that of Homer or Shakespeare."
"He's been an important link between some of the great poets behind him, like Ezra Pound and T.S. Eliot, and in turn he's been an inspiration and subject for poets like Paul Muldoon and [Allen] Ginsberg."
"Gonna change my way of thinking, make myself a different set of rules.
Gonna put my good foot forward and stop being influenced by fools."
- is definitely something the Kerala Education Board must have pondered upon!
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Being Arty
… That's probably one of my favorite pastimes. One of my most exciting arty projects has been my cork board. Made of real corks. A lot of dedication went into it to get all those corks, but in the end, I couldn't be happier. It has been completed for a little while, but as I was going through my photos to try to organize (another of my favorite pastimes) I found these… And realized I never posted them. So here is a run down on how this magnificent art piece was created.
I first needed to get all my necessities set out…
corks – check
beer – check
hard working assistant – check
Then the assembly process began. I used a frame from Ikea that originally had glass in it. After I broke the glass in a move, I decided that would be the perfect frame for my cork board. I started in a corner and hot glued them all together from there. If I was to do it again, I would probably put a backing on the frame and glue them to that as well as the edges. I noticed that the corks started to bow a bit as I got more towards the center. Not so much that I cant use it but enough that it was a bit annoying when putting more corks into the board.
And another shot of my assistant. He was a helper when it came to trimming corks to fit in the tiny nooks. But more so, he just made cork towers.
And the final product! Complete with a glass of wine from the last bottle needed to complete the project. Thanks Charles Schaw, for being so delicious!
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Hi Jess! This made me think of you! If you have any leftover corks and hot glue…http://www.craftynest.com/2010/03/wine-cork-bath-mat/