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An article by Christian Hudspeth on Business Insider promises to teach you in four minutes how to tell whether it's time to sell a stock.
The premise of this article is fundamentally flawed.
Investors who follow his advice may be disappointed.
Personally, I don't understand why investors purchase individual stocks. The expected return of a stock is the same as the index to which it belongs, but the risk is much higher.
This is because individual stocks have "idiosyncratic" risk, which is risk unique to that stock (like the death of a key executive). This risk can be mitigated through diversification, which is why it makes more sense to purchase a mutual fund consisting of many stocks.
Why would you adopt an investing strategy where you have the same expected return as an index of similar stocks, but significantly more risk?
Let's assume you ignore this advice. You own a bunch of individual stocks. Should you follow Hudspeth's advice and sell a stock when his "warning signs" appear?
His first warning sign is a "shockingly high price-to-earnings ratio." Unfortunately, this metric alone is not a reliable measure of future returns of a stock. If a company has a high P/E ratio, it means that investors still expect higher earnings growth and they are willing to pay that multiple of earnings for that stock.
Investors as a group could turn out to be right or wrong, but few advisers would recommend basing a decision solely on the P/E ratio and many financial experts advise against using it in this manner.
The balance of Hudspeth's "warning signs" are on shakier ground. They include:
- Loss of competitive advantage
- Drastic changes in direction or leadership
- Stalled or falling sales
- Shrinking profit margins and earnings
- Reduced dividends
The fundamental problem with paying attention to these "warnings signs" is they are a day late and a dollar short. Once this information is in the public domain, the millions of traders all over the world instantly factor them into the price of the stock.
If the market agrees with Hudspeth that these are negative signs, the price of the stock will be reduced to reflect this assessment. This kind of information would only be useful if you knew it before it became public, but then you would be illegally trading on inside information.
Hudspeth refers to no peer reviewed studies to support the reliability of his "warning signs." His failure to do so is understandable. Finance is extensively studied in major universities all over the world. Exhaustive studies about market behaviour are published in respected journals, like the Journal of Finance.
If there was a formula consisting of "warning signs" that would tell investors when to buy and when to sell stocks, you can be assured it would be published in one of these journals. The author of such a study would be considered for the Nobel Prize.
Daniel Kahneman is a recipient of the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences. You would be well advised to heed his advice about stock picking. Kahneman told Forbes stock picking in principle is "impossible" but notes the irony that "everybody personally thinks they can do it."
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I belong to one of the largest demographic groups in the country: aging baby boomers. Like many of my generation and my parents', I'd have to move if I became disabled. Since only about 10 percent of the nation's housing stock is aging-friendly or wheelchair and walker accessible, the same is likely to be true for you and your family.
When I design kitchens for boomer and senior clients, I always suggest incorporating aging-in-place friendly planning, (though I avoid using the "a" word; no one likes to think of themselves as aging).
Truthfully, though, an inclusive design plan also helps parents of young children, active adults who might be sports injury-prone and anyone with older guests who often spend time in the kitchen together.
Easy aging-friendly upgrades without remodeling
One of the easiest aging-in-place changes you can make to your kitchen is to replace a knob-handled faucet with a lever or hands-free version. Levers are so much easier for older hands (or children's, or wet, soapy ones) to operate. There are choices in just about every finish and price range, so there's no style sacrifice unless your heart was set on retro cross handles.
The same is true for cabinet knobs versus cabinet handles. The good news is, if you currently have knobs, it's pretty simple to replace them with more grip-friendly handles later on. I always suggest having different household members try the handles in the store to make sure there's a comfortable, easy grip for all.
Bad backs and reduced flexibility are fairly common among older adults. Interior cabinet accessories — like rollout trays, wall cabinet pull-downs and swing-out units or Lazy Susans for corners — can be added to existing kitchens, making hard-to-reach items more accessible.
If you have hard stone or tile floors, a nonslip anti-fatigue mat in front of the stove and sink can be a great addition for easing soreness in kitchen chores. If your floors are slick, like polished marble, I strongly recommend having an anti-slip treatment like Sure Step
(slipfreesocal.com) professionally applied. It's not inexpensive at $1 and up per square foot if your flooring extends into other rooms, but it sure costs less than a broken hip does!
Space planning for aging in place
If you're going to remodel your kitchen, there are definitely ways to make it more aging-friendly, starting with the actual design plan. Allow for wider doorways and work aisles that will accommodate a wheelchair, if necessary. Avoid raised bars, as bar stools are harder for a less agile person to use. Also, consider incorporating a table-height work surface or seating area, if possible. In general, drawers are easier to access than shelves behind doors. In cabinets that typically feature doors, like pantries, rollout trays will make them more user-friendly.
Appliance planning for remodels
Appliance choices can make a big difference in your kitchen's usability as you age. In general, ovens mounted at a comfortable height are easier for older backs and reduced upper- body strength than ranges. I'm also partial to induction cooktops, as there's no open flame risk, and if a memory-challenged senior forgets to turn off the burner after moving the pot off it, the heat source goes away. (Consult with your doctor if you have a pacemaker to make sure the magnetic specifications of a specified cooktop won't interfere with its operation.)
A raised dishwasher can also ease lower-back strain, but those only work at the end of a cabinet run. If your dishwasher is located in the middle, consider a drawer-based model so there's less bending to load and unload at least the upper drawer. (This is sometimes all that's necessary for an empty nester household anyway.)
I'm not a fan of over-the-range microwaves in general, and particularly not for anyone with osteoporosis, balance challenges or reduced upper-body strength. A microwave installed at a comfortable counter height is a safer choice. That also allows for a more powerful, quiet vent hood above the cooking surface.
Hearing and vision loss are common challenges of aging. A quiet hood with a remote control mounted in the countertop for easy accessibility is a good choice. So are under-cabinet lights to ease eyestrain and make cutting chores safer.
Final thoughts
If you're under a doctor's care or working with an occupational or rehabilitation specialist, let your kitchen designer know so that your medical team can become part of your design planning team. Their specialized insights will be helpful in ensuring that the kitchen you invest in will serve you for as long as you're able to remain in your home.
Next month, we'll look at aging-in-place tips for bathrooms.

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Dr. Mary Jean Bowman was the only female member of the Social Science Research Council, a special committee formed to research business enterprises in the United States. She earned a bachelor of arts degree from Vassar and a doctorate from Harvard. Dr. Bowman was an author and a teacher; she worked for the government and served on a national committee of the American Association of University Women, 1953.
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There was a company which prided itself on giving back to the community. One day the owners decided to have a large event to support the local school district, which had numerous children living in poverty. This event would be like a trip to Disney World--a place to forget all of their troubles and have fun.
Events of all scales today are telling a story, whether it is personal (as in a wedding) or corporate (i.e., conference or trade show). The story has to continue through the decorations and planning from the event planners to bring it to life.
Find the story from your clients
Your clients may not have an exact story, but this is part of the event planner's job in order to make the event successful. You want to have the audience captivated from the very start. Find out the details that the client wants to include, from theme, number of guests, guest demographics, and the purpose of the event.
Knowing this information you can create a storywith a beginning, middle and end with the setting of the decorated venue.
Making the story come to life
Stories are just words told to us or read on paper, but bringing them to life lets us experience them. Creating these experiences captivate the audience into remembering the story.
Have you ever heard a story and a few minutes into your friend telling it you became uninterested? We have all been there, and we are not bad friends for not listening to the entire story. It was not told in a way that captivated us from the very beginning.
Create a backdrop that captures the guests' attention from the moment that they walk into the venue. If the goal of the night is to make it a fairy-tale setting for local children, then make sure you have enchanted forests, sparkling lights, and princes and princesses. You may even have a dress-up area for the children to fully get in the mood and attend their own ball, just like in "Cinderella."
Have a beginning, middle, and end
Stories do not jump from the beginning to the end. There are always pieces in between that make the reader want to continue reading. The agenda of the event will be planned in conjunction with the client, but it is still the event planner's job to make sure that these pieces are included.
Will the children go around to various stations to prepare for the ball and then have dinner and lastly be surprised with gift bags full of surprises to make their night truly magical?
You have been ingrained to follow storylines since you were a young child. That is how we relate and remember things in life. If you put these same principles into your events, they will stand apart from everyone else's 100 percent of the time.
Remember to add the key ending ... And they lived happily ever after!
How are you going to tell your next story?
Bobbi Klein (@bobbiklein) is the CEO of Splendore (@SplendoreMktg), a Greenwood, Ind.-based marketing firm specializing in event planning, experiential marketing and event services. She is also an adjunct Spanish professor at Butler University. You can find her at your local coffee shop, as she loves to travel and see the world.


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Winners chickencheese and TheCrown
Map: Ireland
Settings: Doubles, Automatic, Sequential, Chained, No Spoils, Foggy
Number of Teams: 8
Each team will play every other team once for a total of 7 games sent at one time. The Team that wins the most games will win the tournament. In the event of a tie, the winner of the head to head match-up will be declared the winners. In the event of a 3 way tie or larger, the team with the most head to head wins with other clans tied for first will win the tournament. If there is a tie in head to head wins the average amount of rounds in games won will be the tie breaker with the lowest average being best.
In order to be entered post in this format (if you dont i will not accept you till you post in this format. My Tournament take 30 seconds to read, if you dont read and understand the tournament you dont belong in it.)
player 1 and player 2
Krissan and shaneback
slickstick and myturntowin
sdh and hmsps
Argaroth and tokle
hagardunor & Pedrox
kumandgo13 and shipmthisway
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The Concentrated GARP portfolio had a poor month of returns in February as the model lost 3.7%, net of fees, for the month, while the S&P 500 Index (SPX) rose 2.6%. The distinct aspect of this portfolio is focused on companies which we believe are in a good position to grow.
A big part of investing is handling periods of time when your portfolio does not perform or does nothing. In fact, those two situations are usually the norm with investing. However, what happens is after a long while of doing nothing, or worse, your portfolio can have a good week or month, and your returns go from below average or average to very good. So hanging in there is crucial for investing success, just like in other dimensions of life.
We are quickly approaching "Sell in May, and go Away," the dominant mantra of the last few years during this time in year. So far, that approach has not worked. With the economic tailwinds of low interest rates, a recovery in housing, and lower energy costs and higher energy production, a flipped macroeconomic situation in the United States makes owning stocks a little more palatable.
Gigamedia (GIGM) The company reported a loss again on April 11, 2013, but said it will be operationally profitable next quarter. The company continues to emphasize the new Gigacloud based business, but the rest of the year will determine how that proceeds.
Digital Globe (DGI) is a satellite provider of commercial earth imagery and information services. Digital Globe closed its acquisition of competitor Geoeye.
Corelogic (CLGX) is an information provider which specializes in data about real estate related industries. A large part of their data centers on property and mortgage information services. In addition, they provide credit information in a variety of industries as well. The company raised and updated its guidance for 2013
Cass Information Systems (CASS) provides information, invoice, and payment processing services to a wide variety of enterprises in the United States. Cass also has a small banking division as well. The company reported earnings in line with expectations.
Dolby Laboratories (DLB) provides audio and video products for the entertainment industry on a global scale. Much of the company's revenue comes from licensing its technologies on personal computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
In addition, the company makes sound systems for a wide variety of customers, from movie studios, theatres, and network and satellite television providers. The company reported earnings which were better than expected estimates:
Jamba Juice (JMBA) is a health food and beverage retailer with a presence in 26 states domestically, as well as operations in Canada, the Philippines, and South Korea.
Cash America (CSH) is the largest operator of pawn shops in the United States. The company reported solid fourth quarter 2012 earnings and announced a buyback.
Build A Bear Workshop (BBW) is a provider of build your own teddy bears for small children. A value based play on a stock which has been decimated and is dirt cheap. The company pre announced fourth quarter 2012 earnings and the CEO is announcing her retirement. The balance sheet is strong with 45 million in cash and no debt.
To invest in the Concentrated GARP Portfolio, click here.
The investments discussed are held in client accounts as of March 31, 2013. These investments may or may not be currently held in client accounts. The reader should not assume that any investments identified were or will be profitable or that any investment recommendations or investment decisions we make in the future will be profitable.


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What has happened to the Warriors?
By Monte Poole
Bay Area News Group
Posted: 03/16/2009 10:41:21 PM PDT
Baron Davis, the former prince of Oracle Arena, makes his first appearance tonight as a Los Angeles Clipper in the facility where he once raised the Warriors from the dead.
For Warriors fans, the sight of Davis most assuredly will summon memories of spring 2007, when their team blasted into the playoffs for the first time since 1994 and, for two brilliant weeks, lit up the landscape.
"It's definitely like a homecoming," Davis said last week, anticipating his return. "A lot of memories are there, and the adrenaline is going to be circulating. It'll be good to see a lot of familiar faces in the stands."
Those familiar faces, the high-spirited "We Believe" fans who enthusiastically support their energetic team, now try to cope with the reality of this woebegone season, which, according to numerous sources, can be traced to Coach Don Nelson, team president Robert Rowell (who operates on behalf of owner Chris Cohan) and decisions based less on building the best possible team than on impulse and ego.
Less than two years after an improbable run led to one of the biggest postseason upsets in NBA history — a first-round victory over No. 1 seed Dallas — and one year after boisterous crowds cheered a 48-win team, the Warriors are back to the outskirts of the league. Eliminated from the playoff picture Sunday, they are 23-43 and likely to lose more than 50 games for the first time since 2002.
How did it come to this?
there was the Monta Ellis injury, which robbed the team of its most electrifying player for 43 games and created friction between Ellis and ownership. Yet there is so much more.
Interviews with nearly a dozen players, coaches, agents and league executives — all of whom have had contact with the team in the past 12 months — reveal the widespread perception of the Warriors as a dysfunctional organization where personal agendas often trump sound judgment, with subjective moves sabotaging any real vision.
"There is no long-term plan," one NBA executive said.
"There is no plan, period," one agent said. "They act like there is and they say there is, but there isn't."
It's personal
It's not by coincidence that the blame for this swift decline lands squarely in the laps of Rowell and Nelson. The feeling around the league is that, with executive vice president of basketball operations Chris Mullin marginalized, the Warriors are run by two men who have difficulty keeping their emotions out of the equation.
For Nelson, this is nothing new. Chris Webber arrived in 1993 with everything Nelson claims to want in a big man, skilled at shooting, passing, rebounding and shot-blocking. But Webber's impetuous presence collided with Nelson's pathological need to exercise control. Rather than submerge this for the greater good, Nelson alienated his rookie star and ran him out of town. There were no winners.
History now seems to be repeating.
Davis, according to numerous sources, was prepared to sign a three-year contract extension with the Warriors, as negotiated by his agent, Todd Ramasar, and Mullin. Rowell, according to several sources, canceled the deal over the final year of the contract. Davis, feeling slighted, opted out and became a Clipper.
"The final year of a contract is the last thing you worry about," a league executive said. "It's pretty simple: If you're happy with the player, you keep him. If not, his expiring contract makes him easy to trade."
Rowell, according to an agent familiar with the details, "dug in his heels," deciding it would be his way or no way. Some sources believe Rowell's decision was made at Nelson's behest, while others believe Rowell simply wanted to assert himself.
What happened next, though, exposes the Warriors as impulsive, unfocused or naive, or all three.
After losing Davis over a deal averaging $13 million, the Warriors quickly turned to Clippers free agent Elton Brand, offering $90 million. Though Davis has a history of injuries, Brand was coming off major surgery. When that offer was declined by agent David Falk, the club set its sights on Wizards free agent Gilbert Arenas, a former Warrior who became an All-Star in Washington. Arenas reportedly was offered $103 million.
Within minutes, Davis and Arenas, buddies from the days when they were teenagers in Los Angeles, were on the phone comparing offers and stunned by the Warriors' practices.
"Absolutely true," Davis said. "I talked to Gilbert about it."
Davis wasn't thrilled to hear the Warriors suddenly had plenty of money for other players when, as he says now, without evident bitterness, "they could have had me for less than half of that."
"It got personal with Baron," one agent said. "That's never good when you're trying to conduct business.''
A request Sunday for comment from Warriors management received no response.
Stories like this get around the league, portraying the Warriors as a team without a coherent vision, prone to knee-jerk reaction.
Mullin fadeaway
Moreover, the Davis scenario crushed the credibility of Mullin, who had spent months in negotiations. How can you trust Mullin if he has no juice? And if Mullin has no juice, who does? Rowell, preparing to offer Nelson a contract extension, bypassed Mullin and went to the coach. Forward Stephen Jackson, seeking his own contract extension, bypassed Mullin and went to Rowell.
Davis' departure set the stage for what has followed.
There was Ellis' off-court ankle injury and subsequent punishment — including, according to sources, a contentious meeting among Cohan, Rowell, Ellis and agent Jeff Fried. There also was Nelson's campaign to dump forward Al Harrington (a Mullin favorite), the coach's total icing of point guard Marcus Williams (a Mullin trade acquisition) and occasional icing of rookie forward Anthony Randolph (a Mullin draft pick).
"It seemed personal," said Williams' agent, Calvin Andrews. "We feel it's really unfortunate that he was caught up in an internal battle beyond his control."
Then there is the story still raising eyebrows around the league: Nelson informing guard Jamal Crawford, acquired for Harrington, that he should opt out of his contract or expect to be traded.
When asked about personnel, Nelson consistently directs inquiries to Mullin, despite acknowledging last week that he approached Crawford with unsolicited career advice, to the surprise of Crawford and the displeasure of his agent, Aaron Goodwin.
"He's a great coach," Goodwin said. "And in a coaching capacity, he'll continue to deliver a great product for people to watch. But there needs to be clarification on whether he's management or not. I'm told he's not, but he acts as if he is."
Nelson's rise to power, according to those close to the situation, is a result of ingratiating himself with Rowell, whose executive savvy and political wits are no match for a cunning 68-year-old coach who projects folksy wisdom and might someday enter the Hall of Fame.
"I've never seen this kind of divide, and no one from management or ownership steps in to tell this guy he's killing the team," one agent said. "At least one player wonders if it has a reached a point where Rowell is intimidated by the coach he has come to value so highly."
Mullin, the popular former player, generally has escaped blame because his lack of influence has become clear since Rowell levied punishment on Ellis.
Rowell and Nelson received contract extensions before the season; Mullin did not. Mullin's chief aide, Pete D'Alessandro, was fired in the first week of the season and replaced by Larry Riley, a Nelson confidant promoted from assistant coach. Riley was replaced on the bench by Larry Harris, a former general manager in Milwaukee and son of Del Harris, a longtime friend of Nelson's.
Mullin made the three key moves that put the team into the playoffs: acquiring Davis from New Orleans for Speedy Claxton and Dale Davis; summoning Nelson out of semi-retirement; and acquiring Jackson and Harrington from Indiana in January 2007. This probably resulted in Mullin's growing confidence, which, according to team sources, probably contributed to a rift with Rowell and Cohan.
"Since last summer, it has become increasingly obvious that they've lost the human approach to interaction and relationships," said one representative.
Hard to believe
Mullin's conspicuous silence these days would be a lot more troubling if his lame-duck status weren't so evident. Nelson has filled the authority void.
This is not what Mullin had in mind four years ago when he said his major goals were to assemble a team that could develop together and make the franchise more desirable to free agents. It worked for a while.
"All my NBA friends were talking about trying to come over," Davis recalled. "Everybody wanted to come. It was the new look, kind of like Phoenix, except we were younger. We were up and coming. We were potent. Then ... I don't know ... it just came apart."
Said Goodwin: "Golden State is still an attractive place to play. Being a resident (of Oakland), I'd love to see my free agents and other free agents come here. It's an exciting style and an opportunity to win. But with the experience I've had with Matt Barnes and Jamal, I'd have to think twice about a free agent coming here."
What nobody seems to have an opinion on is where the Warriors go from here. Rowell doesn't seem to be able to manage Nelson, and the coach has lost much of his locker room.
Not exactly the way it was two years ago when Baron and Nellie owned the town.
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Damn, beat me to it Broe. I was reading that earlier in the morning. Very good read, and it states what is already known. The only difference is that the media is finally coming out with it after the public has known for a very long time.
xbay wrote:Damn, beat me to it Broe. I was reading that earlier in the morning. Very good read, and it states what is already known. The only difference is that the media is finally coming out with it after the public has known for a very long time.
you guys both really beat me to it, although I figured an article like this would be up the minute it was posted on the internet.
the pain I feel as a fan is indescribable when I read this. props to Monte Poole for writing the absolute truth.
the thing that really sucks is that there's no NBA committee to fix situations like this. there should be some kind of law like:
every year that you don't make the playoffs you have to drop ticket prices, or pay some tax to the NBA. they have luxury tax; they should have crap tax as well.
first off wrote:xbay wrote:Damn, beat me to it Broe. I was reading that earlier in the morning. Very good read, and it states what is already known. The only difference is that the media is finally coming out with it after the public has known for a very long time.
you guys both really beat me to it, although I figured an article like this would be up the minute it was posted on the internet.
the pain I feel as a fan is indescribable when I read this. props to Monte Poole for writing the absolute truth.
the thing that really sucks is that there's no NBA committee to fix situations like this. there should be some kind of law like:
every year that you don't make the playoffs you have to drop ticket prices, or pay some tax to the NBA. they have luxury tax; they should have crap tax as well.
uptempo posted that article first here: http://www.goldenstwarriors.com/viewtop ... c&start=15


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Pierre Teen Dies in Shooting; Second Teen Detained
PIERRE, S.D. (AP) - Police in Pierre say a 16-year-old boy was killed in a shooting in the city.
KCCR radio reports that the shooting occurred at about 5:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Police Capt. Elton Blemaster says the boy died of a gunshot wound. He says another 16-year-old boy is being detained while the investigation continues.
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Is Aubrey O'Day The Most Hated 'Celebrity Apprentice' Ever?
From Trump's boardroom to America's living rooms, Aubrey's been racking up enemies all season. How do YOU feel about her?
Viewers may not be able to agree on their favorite Celebrity Apprentice contestant this season, but according to the comments on HollywoodLife.com's recaps, their least favorite contestant is unanimously Aubrey O'Day! But what's causing everyone to gang up on the former Danity Kane singer? Is it because she's continuously the reason her team loses its tasks? Or maybe because she summons crocodile tears at the slightest chance of elimination? Whatever the case, one thing is clear: You want her gone!
Here are just a few of the comments I've seen about Aubrey from HollywoodLife.com readers:
>>> "Aubrey is a negative, self-centered evil force on this show. … She does not listen, because she NEVER stops running her mouth." — Southern Belle, April 2
>>> "Aubrey is THEE biggest NO-SHOW I've ever seen on Celebrity Apprentice. She'll stop at nothing to get her way." — Mr. Jiggyfly, March 28
>>> "I don't care who ultimately wins, as longs as it's not Aubrey O'Day." — CouchPotatoCop, March 24
And Aubrey's fellow contestants don't seem too fond of her, either. Tia Carerre left the show March 18 after taking abuse from Aubrey — she referred to Tia as a "50-something" in the boardroom — and the men have repeatedly mentioned how baffled they are that the women haven't thrown Aubrey under the bus yet.
Fortunately for Aubrey, she has been getting some love from her supporters on Twitter, and by retweeting them she's letting the whole world know she's in this game to win it.
>>> "Loving @AubreyODay's creativity and passion on #CelebApprentice," one fan tweeted. That's who you take into battle."
>>> Another tweeted, "@AubreyODay I can always count on you to keep it real!"
>>> "@AubreyODay Too much intellect for them to handle," tweeted a third supporter.
Aubrey was mysteriously M.I.A. from the boardroom meeting on the April 1 episode, and while we questioned her whereabouts, our readers couldn't have cared less.
"Glad Aubrey is gone and hopefully for good," wrote one hater.
But how do YOU feel about Aubrey? Do you respect her for staying in the game no matter what, or do you think she deserved to be the next celeb fired by the Donald? Cast your vote, then leave your thoughts in the comments section below:


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Wednesday, March 19, 2008
tuesdays wednesdays
Except, my life is way too messy to get around to actually blogging on a given day. So here it is, a good 36 hours later I planned. Our round-and-round knitting jar (circs and dpns). Though, there appear to be a few standard straight needles that have inadvertently made there way in there.
It once held jam, though credit where credit is due, the domestic goddess of the household did sterilise it, and probably used it for several types of jam, chutney and marmalade in the meantime. The circs are more than a bit tangled, the dpns aren't neatly sorted and knotted together with string (as they once were). Its way too full. Also, the cables on the circs stick out more than there is space for on the shelf where they usually sit. Consequentially the whole caboodle tips over on regular occasions and, domino-like, scatter all over the kitchen floor. In fact, when I went to replace it after taking the photo, I managed to knock its neighbouring mug of crochet hooks everywhere.
I have to admit, I moved it to take the photo to somewhere with more light. I suppose this is cheating; playing to voguing a world where you can turn your home into a studio. In my defence (a) the only spare time I had was at 7:40am (b) our flat's bloody gloomy at the best of times (c) there wasn't much point posting an image of the kind of grey/ brown blur you can't see anything in. Bah, I'm sure the ability to cheat is part of the celebration of messy tuesdays!
I know I probably should finally get around to sewing that circular needle case from the SnB book. But I have a thesis chapter to write, it took me nearly two hours to get home from the library, and I'd much rather spend the free time I have this evening casting on Muir. Plus, if we're talking chores, there's the hob to scrub, knickers to wash, a button to sew back on, floors to sweep, mould to wipe off the back wall, and darnit I still haven't phoned the student loans company.
I'd suggest 'Yeah, I'm a slacken, and?' pin badges, but I fear people might take the other meaning (and on that, it is a bit shocking that one word can refer to both untidy and sex-worker).
12 comments:
- ofpinsandneedles said...
I loved this post.
And yes, I've thought about that often too. I was taken aback to find "sluts' wool" under the bed in *Alias Grace*. There is plenty of that under my bed!
- Wednesday, March 19, 2008
- Knitika said...
Whoa, I saw this post and totally thought it was a picture of my circular needle jar. And I wasn't sure how my jar got into some one else's blog... Twas a little spooky until I got my bearings! Hey, nice jar you've got there...
- Wednesday, March 19, 2008
- Emily said...
I've not managed to post my mess on a Tuesday, either. Last - Thursday? Wednesday? and still thinking re this week. P'raps I'll leave it till next.
My brain is too messy for consistency.
- Thursday, March 20, 2008
- wazz said...
Slattern is a great word in need of reappropriating, I reckon. I like that it can be used as a verb, too (to slattern away time, &c).
- Thursday, March 20, 2008
- Felicity Ford said...
Slattern/slut/slacker... we must abolish these words!
Does anyone know if similar terms for the male of the species exist, relating his inability to maintain domestic order with some kind of inference of promiscuity/sexualised insult?
I somehow doubt it.
I love your messy needle-jar and I imagine most knitters have one!
thanks for joining the messy fun!
And the Tuesdays thing is totally arbitrary; I love the disregard for actually posting on Tuesdays that's going on. It's all part of bringing on the messy joy.
'You are not your timely posted blog...'
- Thursday, March 20, 2008
- suealex said...
What's a hob? Whatever it is, I'm sure mine needs cleaning as well.
- Sunday, March 23, 2008
- mel said...
Thanks so much for sharing your mess & pointing me to Felix's manifesto, it was timely & much needed!
I too, have the messy needle jar - though I flatter myself that because it's actually a vase from somewhere, it serves a decorative purpose ;)
- Monday, March 24, 2008
- cseneque said...
Wonderful! Love the manifesto, and I'm going to join in the fun too.
- Tuesday, April 01, 2008
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- Saturday, November 14, 2009
- tiendas eroticas said...
This can't succeed as a matter of fact, that is exactly what I believe.
- Wednesday, September 28, 2011
- www.muebles-en-murcia.com said...
This will not actually have effect, I think so.
- Thursday, October 13, 2011
- site said...
It's all erroneous the thing you are saying.
- Monday, July 30, 2012


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Matthew Segal, 26-year-old son of noted architect-developer Jonathan Segal, now knows the pain of going it alone in the world of real estate development.
Last month he opened Postal Lofts, a three-unit, $1 million apartment project at 2692 C St. in Golden Hill.
It's a fairly modest adaptive reuse of a 1960s post office, but getting to last weekend's house warming party only came after some tense moments over the last 11 months.
"This was very stressful -- I don't know how my dad does it," Matthew said. "There were nights when I wasn't sleeping because stuff was going over budget. It was going slower than I thought."
He worked 11 hours a day in his dad's architectural offices downtown and then went home to work on his lofts project.
He had to gather financing, work out engineering issues, get building permits, remove $28,000 worth of asbestos and supervise construction crews.
As with any building project, there were surprises -- more structural support needed; higher costs for installing skylights; unexpected questions from building department officials.
All the while, Jonathan Segal stood by, offering encouragement to his son and his signature as a cosigner with his wife Wendy to the $462,000 property purchase.
"I really wanted him to reap the benefits or accomplishments without anybody saying I had something to do with it," Jonathan said. "It was important for me that he be autonomous."
Matthew, who graduated from the University of Southern California architectural program in 2010, said he had driven past the post office numerous times and finally was able to buy it from a 93-year-old woman, who first listed it for $800,000.
"I wanted to do four to six units because that's only what I can afford to do," he said.
He built a two-story 1,200-square-foot townhouse above the parking lot in the rear and carved out two units of about the same size in the post office building. The rents are roughly $2,600 to $2,900 per month.
The new construction features a raw steel exterior that will oxidize to a warm brown or orange, a light-filled interior and large gathering space on the main floor.
The old building was gutted while leaving the orange ceiling beams and C Street facade largely intact. The front door still sports a "United States Postal Service" decal.
Segal incorporated an interior courtyard lined with galvanized metal to accentuate indirect sunlight and positioned the skylights so that residents won't have to turn on the lights for most of the day.
The exterior features a hedge of 43 ficus trees enclosing a private patio. Other landscaping incorporates water-wise succulents.
While savoring extra sleep and leisure time, Segal is on the hunt for another property to tackle even as he and has father tackle bigger projects in North Park. But he offers these lessons for other budding architects and builders:
- "Credit cards are gold": "I just float stuff every month on my credit card -- I pay it off every month, but that extra 30- to -45-day window allowed me to get further along without borrowing as much money."
- "Be really friendly with all the contractors": "Them supporting you and you supporting them is really important, because they have a vested interest in the property. It's not like another job. They actually care and are proud to be working on it."
- Treasure that close relationship with your banker: "I got a loan through First Republic Bank... I don't know if I could have done it without him," he said, referring to loan officer Jason Keimer.
- Post offices make good adaptive-reuse candidates: The La Jolla community is up in arms about the prospect that its post office is being put up for sale, but Segal said post offices occupy ideal sites, either for new development or new uses: "Typically they're in the center of an area with easy access for everybody and the focal point of a community. As a development, that's always important." The La Jolla postal branch, he ventured, would make "an incredible restaurant."
Segal lives in the new portion of Postal Lofts with two roommates, Courtney Rains and Hayley Johnston, and is searching for tenants for the front units.
"I think it's pretty fantastic," Rains, 25, said of her new home. "I like the space, the layout, the feel. I appreciate the open architecture of it all."
She said friends at the recent house warming heaped praise on Matthew's accomplishment
"All I heard was rave comments and positive reviews," she said. "There were no negative comments and everyone was very excited they were going to meet the architect."
Is this San Diego's newest "star-chitect"?
"I think he has all the talent and skills, resources, honest integrity to make the Segal name that much better," she said. "His dad is a fantastic architect. Matt has all the ability to be just as great, if not even greater."
Matthew calls his father "the Emperor" and Rains offered a moniker for the son: "Crown Prince."
Twenty years from now, she expects him to have pushed the limit on any number of developments.
"A hotel would be really cool, of course," she said.


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This is major. Not only has Usher reportedly donated the substantial fee he received from Mutassim Gadhafi—the son of Col. Muammar Gadhafi and the Libyan national security adviser coordinating the bloody crackdown that has killed thousands—but he donated it to Amnesty International.
Usher said Friday he's "sincerely troubled" to learn he appeared at a concert in St. Bart's linked to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi's family and plans donate his concert fee to human rights organizations. Usher did not perform but was paid to appear at the private concert featuring Beyonce in 2009.
"I am sincerely troubled to learn about the circumstances surrounding the Nikki Beach St. Bart's event that took place on New Year's Eve 2009, " he said in a statement released to The Associated Press. "I will be donating all of my personal proceeds from that event to various human rights organizations."
The statement said Usher made a contribution Friday to Amnesty International, which the organization confirmed. The group said Usher requested the donation amount be private.
Earlier this week, Beyonce and Nelly Furtado renounced their performances at private concerts for the Gadhafi family. The Libyan leaders are responsible for the deaths of thousands of civilians in Libya, where entire cities and provinces are revolting against the dictatorship. The entertainers have promised to give their fees to charity or said they have already done so.
Gadhafi and his sons face investigation for war crimes.
Carey said she was unaware of whom she was performing for and "embarrassed." She announced she will donate royalties for the song "Save the Day," which she has written for her upcoming album, to charities that create awareness for human-rights issues.
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While the trend shows some resemblance to the snoods worn on last year's Western catwalks, what Japanese women are actually wearing is more of an evolved take on the classic snood. The loose scarf-like material is sewn in a circle, ready to be wrapped around the head or neck several times. What is known as a snood in the West is actually called a neck warmer (ネックウォーマー) here, we know, it's super confusing!
Snoods are also popular with dogs but the canine snood is, again, different, being closer to an elasticated head-band used to keep long ears back when eating dinner, keeping dogs warm and as a cute fashion accessory when out for a walk. According to a pet store owner interviewed by Sanyo Shinbun, sales of snoods for dogs have quadrupled since dogs began to don the headgear three years ago. For a look at the range of styles on offer, check out the selection at Rakuten. We especially dig this cute watermelon dog snood in the video above. Ahhhh kawaiii.


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Not All E-Books Are Created Equal
Recently I've been discussing the various cool things you can do with the Tool Browser. The Tool Browser is a powerful and flexible feature of the Accordance application which interacts with the information built into each Accordance module. When we develop an Accordance module, we think long and hard about what should and should not appear in the browser. What will the user expect? Are there special circumstances we need to work around? It's part of what makes developing an Accordance module more of an art than a science.
For example, look at the browser for the NIGTC commentary. Each volume of this commentary has a lengthy title such as "The Gospel of Matthew: A Commentary on the Greek Text" or "The Epistle to the Galatians: A Commentary on the Greek Text." If we let the entire title show up in the browser, a narrow browser pane would show numerous instances of "The Gospel of" and "The Epistle of" without letting you see the actual name of the biblical book! We therefore tweaked the browser so it would give you the information you need at a glance.
It's that kind of thought that goes into the development of every Accordance module, and many of these decisions are so subtle you would never even notice them. But they are all designed to save you time and effort, to enhance your user experience, and to go beyond merely delivering an electronic copy of a book.
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Danny Zacharias
David, I think you told me you all were working on this, but I'd love to see more of this "in module" information make it into the library window. It would be great to type in "galatians" and see the modules that contain a galatians commentary, or type in "barnabas" to see which module contains that book, etc.
Helen Brown
This is exactly what you can do now in Search All. If you search for Galations in the Scripture field and select All Tools (or make your own group of commentaries), it will list modules with articles on Galatians first, and then those with cross references.
It is beyond the scope of the Library to look into the contents of the modules.
Danny Zacharias
What do you mean by scripture field? In my search all I can only choose English/Greek/Hebrew/reference/caption.
David Lang
Danny, Helen means the Reference field of the Search All window. It was recently renamed from Scripture to Reference.
Danny Zacharias
Okay, I've done a test on this and it did what I expected—found EVERY reference to Galatians. This doesn't really help in finding the commentaries I have on Galatians. Now if i could search for Titles in the search all, that would effectively do what I am asking. Of course this would still be limited for the most part to tools, as texts don't tend to have titles (so for instance I can't search for "epistle of barnabas" and find it)
Helen Brown
You can filter your Search All results by making a user group (in the Library window) of the commentaries you want to search. Accordance also lets you rank the results by Importance which will list titles first and scripture cross references later.
Danny Zacharias
Thanks Helen and David. I see now how this is finding what I want. I was thrown by the first hit of my search for "Galatians", which was the CNTTS Apparatus. It highlights "Gal 0:0" which confused me because it is a reference, but not a title (I don't think).


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SAS, the global leader in Analytics solutions, has been included for the sixth consecutive year among the top three employers in Brazil by the Top Employers Institute ranking, responsible for recognizing Human Resources actions that have stood out throughout the year worldwide. To be cited in the Top Employers ranking, companies need to have a high standard of career and work environment conditions.
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Among the various benefit packages offered by the company, we can offer training and workshops, healthy and free meals, gym allowance, legal and financial assistance, maternity leave for six months, among others.
For Tato Athanase, Human Resources manager at SAS Brasil and Cone Sul, the certification has a significant value for the company and its employees. "It shows us that the HR policies we have adopted are being recognized and becoming a benchmark for other companies. It also serves to show our employees that they are key players in building an environment with a good working climate, "he explains.
Opportunities for improvement are identified through internal SAS surveys and are then handled by the Executive Committee. According to Athanase, Top Employers certification is a great incentive for the company to be able to implement them. "I believe we are on the right track and that we still have ample room for improvement," says the manager.
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Multiple faculty-student research teams in physics and engineering at Hope College are starting the summer research season with new space thanks to a major grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF).
The $347,069 award has supported the renovation and creation of multiple research laboratories within VanderWerf and Van Zoeren halls, the departments' home. In work that took place across the spring semester and the first weeks of the college's summer break, several existing rooms have been reconfigured, to the extent of emptying them out and moving interior walls, to provide research space that reflects the continued growth of the programs.
"Through this project we had the ability to sit back and say, 'If we start from scratch, where does it make sense for things to be?'" said Dr. Catherine Mader, professor of physics, who co-authored the grant proposal with Dr. Michael Jipping of the computer science faculty. "We've not only been able to provide additional space for many of the research groups, but have been able to tailor-make the space for them, so that they can do their research more easily and effectively."
The work has added two laboratories for research and renovated five others, with the additional space carved from former teaching laboratory and storage rooms. A total of five faculty-led research teams working with about 20 students this summer are most extensively affected, although other research groups at the college also use some of the instrumentation in the laboratories in their projects as well.
The specific research projects affected - themselves supported through external grant funding - range from characterizing local sediment to identify sources of pollution, to creating and analyzing new types of metal alloys, to studying the performance and durability of reinforced concrete structures.
The seven laboratories are a microwave research facility; a surface science facility; a heavy ion nuclear research facility; a radiodating facility; the Hope Ion Beam Accelerator Laboratory; a materials characterization facility; and a civil engineering facility. In addition to designing the spaces with work flow in mind and providing new cabinetry and storage accordingly, improvements have ranged from installing a battery back-up and link to a generator to protect the accelerator in the event of a power failure, to adding drainage and ventilation systems for concrete mixing and testing, to adding glass to some of the interior walls and doorways so that visitors can see the work in progress. The NSF grant has been funded through the "American Recovery and Reinvestment Act" (ARRA) of 2009.
VanderWerf Hall opened in September 1964 and was originally named the "Physics-Mathematics Hall" after the departments initially housed in it. The building, which contains a variety of other research and teaching laboratories in addition to classrooms and faculty offices, was renamed VanderWerf Hall in 1981 in honor of Dr. Calvin A. VanderWerf, who served as the college's president from 1963 to 1970. VanderWerf Hall was extensively renovated in 1989, with additional classroom and laboratory space added in a connecting link constructed to join the building to Van Zoeren Hall to the east.
VanderWerf Hall today also houses the departments of computer science, which became a department in 1975, and engineering, which became a major at the college in 1997 after developing for more than two decades as a concentration within physics. From 10 faculty in physics and mathematics in 1964, the four departments total about 30 faculty today. All four departments maintain active research programs, 13 groups total, conducting research during the summer and school year alike.


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Good news for Emily Blunt and John Krasinski! The "Into the Woods" actress is pregnant, her rep confirms to E! News. This will be the first child for the couple, who tied the knot in Italy in 2010.
Blunt has been, well, blunt about her desire to become a mother in previous interviews. Speaking to Manhattan magazine in 2012, she said, "We want to have children; I just don't know when yet. I'm just not sure about the timing of all of that. We're both from big families, so I think it's something we want."
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When asked what makes her relationship with Krasinski work, the 30-year-old Brit got adorably flustered.
"This is what I find difficult about talking about my marriage: It's hard to sum up something that's so vital and means everything to you in a sound bite. Do you know what I mean? All I can say is that it's an effing blast," the "Devil Wears Prada" star said. "It's just great, and I'm so happy."
Us Weekly broke news of Blunt's pregnancy on Wednesday, Sept. 11.


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British Cycling confirms riders who will represent the Great Britain Cycling Team in the men's and women's road race and time trial events at the Glasgow 2018 European Championships – no place for British Champions Connor Swift and Jessica Roberts
News: GB For Euros in Glasgow
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Adam Blythe (28, Sheffield)
Mark Cavendish (33, Isle of Man)
Mark Christian (27, Isle of Man)
Owain Doull (25, Cardiff)
Luke Rowe (28, Cardiff)
Ian Stannard (31, Chelmsford)
Ben Swift (30, Rotherham)
Scott Thwaites (28, Wharfedale)
Men's Time Trial
Alex Dowsett (29, Essex)
Harry Tanfield (23, North Yorkshire)
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Lizzy Banks (27, Sheffield)
Alice Barnes (23, Kent)
Dani Christmas (30, Surrey)
Anna Henderson (19, Buckinghamshire)
Nikki Juniper (36, Essex)
Abby Mae Parkinson (20, Yorkshire)
Dani Rowe (27, Southampton)
Sophie Wright (19 Norfolk)
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Hayley Simmonds (30, Redditch)
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Coordinates to this kid-friendly geocache deliver you to a remote island off eastern Canada. Your thirst for adventure leads you to a mysterious door. The passage is carved into a sheer cliff. The salty sea air heightens your awareness. You're near a hidden pirate treasure. The deserted beach, on a rocky shore will reveal a secret if you can only follow the clues.
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Perry Russell Coe
April 25, 1962-Jan. 5, 2013
South Lake Tahoe, California
Perry Russell Coe, a former Pleasanton resident, passed away in South Lake Tahoe at the age of 50, a victim of fibromyalgia.
Perry was born in San Mateo and grew up in Pleasanton. He graduated from Amador Valley High School.
He spent his career in the aviation industry. While employed at National Airmotive, Rolls Royce and United Airlines, he performed aircraft maintenance as well as reciprocating and jet engine maintenance while holding applicable Federal Aviation Administration ratings. As a licensed pilot, he enjoyed flying small airplanes.
Perry?s hobbies included motorcycling, kayaking, trading precious metals and traveling the world. His favorite travel destination was Barcelona, Spain. He created original art pieces using iron, silver and plastics.
Over the years, he had a number of girl friends, but preferred staying single. He loved living at Lake Tahoe or near the ocean.
His friends and family will miss his sense of humor, generosity and thoughtfulness.
He is survived by his father, Kenneth Coe, his mother, Ruth Pauline Coe, his sister Laura Drake; uncles Scott Coe (Dorina) and Eugene Sprague; nieces Leanne Drake and Michelle Drake, nephew Allen Drake; cousins Dina Coe, Andrew Coe, Douglas Sprague, William Sprague (Jessica), Joan MacLean and Robert Rupar.
A private memorial service was held for his family.
The family prefers contributions in his memory to Hope Hospice, 6377 Clark Ave, Dublin CA, 94568.


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Hello there, and welcome to another pledge in MNN's Nest, an interactive program that helps you create and accomplish easy and Earth-friendly personal goals. With each goal that you tackle, you earn points that are then turned into donations to your favorite nonprofit eco-charity.
This MNN pledge revolves around an act that may prove to be particularly challenging for those of us who rely heavily on the culinary skills of others — the cookbook-challenged; the recipe-reserved; the chronic eater-outers; those who loved "Julie & Julia" but who would never, ever attempt coq au vin in their own kitchens. It's a pledge for those us who dig digging into a great meal — and really, who doesn't? — but who do most of our noshing at restaurants. It's a pledge to eat more meals at home.
Although some pots and pans and your taste buds may suffer in the process of this pledge, the results can be absolutely delicious when foresight, open-mindedness and patience are added to the mix. Here's how and why you should go about this tasty task:
Check, please: An increasing number of dining establishments — even those of the "fast" variety — are taking proactive steps to minimize their ecological footprints, but the restaurant industry is responsible for a heaping serving of energy consumption (food service buildings consume more energy per square foot than any other U.S. industry according the Energy Information Association), water use and unfathomable amounts of waste. Each time you eat out, you might be pleasantly satiated, but you're also directly contributing to the restaurant industry's unsavory environmental impact. We're not saying don't eat out ever (that would be torture) but by eating at home (and no, take-out doesn't count) just a couple of more times a week, you can keep your food-related environmental footprint in check.
Homegrown: Many restaurants are dedicated to serving edibles that are fresh, sustainable and locally produced — an effort that Mother Nature Network applauds since it's good for the environment and local economies, to boot. However, by eating at home you can really keep it local — and save cash — by incorporating ingredients from your own backyard into each meal. Keeping a kitchen garden is a fun way to further understand what exactly you're putting in your mouth (no more frozen, mysterious, pesticide-treated veggies flown in from thousands of miles away) and you don't necessarily need to have a full-on mini-farm spanning multiple acres in your backyard to reap the benefits of growing your own food. Start small with a few tomato plants or potted herbs and expand from there. For what you don't grow yourself, get in the habit of frequenting local farmers markets when in need of provisions. In addition to fresh fruits and veggies, you can pick up cheeses, meats and baked goods all produced by folks in your community. After all, isn't it more interesting to meet the producer rather than meet the frozen food aisle? Just don't forget to take your reusable shopping bag along for the trip.
And for dessert ... : After eating a meal at home, it's tempting to toss any veggie trimmings in the trash. If you have the space, try your hand at composting food waste. In cities like San Francisco, composting organic waste is the law, but in other places it's still one of those eco-friendly actions that folks are slow to warm up to since it has a reputation for being stinky, messy and well, gross. When done properly, composting can be an effortless, odorless affair even in tight urban spaces. Plus, if you're already a backyard gardener, composting makes total sense since it results in nutrient-rich fertilizer that you can use to grow your own edibles.
We got your back (and your stomach): We at The Mother Nature Network have insatiable appetites, so there's never a shortage of food-related items to read up on. Check out the MNN Food channel for the latest eco-epicurean news and the daily blog entries cooked up by Robin Shreeves, MNN's resident food blogger. She frequently has great seasonal recipes to share and tips on how to make nom-nomming a more Earth- and health-friendly affair.
The above points are just appetite whetters, if you will, to get you into the eco-beneficial, eat-at-home-more groove. Ready to give dining at home a shot? Then repeat after me: I pledge to eat more meals at home. Now put this pledge into action! Bon appetit!
More personal pledges to consider:
- Once a week, I will walk one place instead of driving.
- I will make my home more energy-efficient.
- I will actually use my reusable bags.
- I will get my kids (and myself!) outside more this year.
- I will do a toxin audit of my home.
- I will support my town's local and green businesses this year.
- I will read three environmentally themed books this year.
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National Margarita Day falls on Friday this year, meaning that February 22nd can actually turn into a National Margarita Weekend if can deal with three straight days of fun! Splash Magazines Worldwide has put together a list of cocktails to help you get a little creative this National Margarita Day.
Harry Morton's Pink Taco is going to help Los Angeles celebrate National Margarita Day at their two locations in West Hollywood and Century City. Toast to the tequila holiday with half-off of the Rock n' Roll Mexican restaurant's most popular margarita, "The Cock Fight," and Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm at Pink Taco Sunset Strip and from 3pm to 7pm at Pink Taco Century City.
Avion Blanco tequila, agave nectar, fresh lime juice, fresh seasonal fruit and organic cucumber, muddled, shaken and served over ice
Pink Taco's El Magnum Happy Hour
$3 Beers, $5 Margaritas, House Cocktails, Sangria and Wine
$7 Appetizers such as Nachos, Quesadillas, Sweet Corn Tamales and Short Rib Taquitos, among others
Other popular margaritas featured at Pink Taco include:
Tequeelover "Beer Margarita" ($15)
Sauza Hornitos tequila, fresh lime juice and agave nectar served with an overturned Coronita in an oversized glass
The Impala "The Cadillac" ($14)
Avion Anejo tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh lime juice, and raw agave nectar, shaken and stirred
Sauza Blue – a favorite of Christina Milian, Ali Fedotowsky and Jennifer Love Hewitt to name a few.
Sauza Blue Tequila is crafted at the renowned Sauza Distillery in Jalisco, Mexico. The agave plants are put into tequila production within 48 hours of being hand-picked, then milled and steeped prior to cooking in a process called Fresh Pressed Agave, resulting in the freshest, natural, crisp agave flavor. Sauza Blue Tequila is the perfect tequila for a premium, fresh-tasting margarita.
Sauza® Gold Margarita
Serves 1
1 1/2 parts Sauza® Reposado 100% Agave Tequila
1/2 part John Dekuyper & Sons™ O3 Premium Orange Liqueur
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
Ice, salt and orange for serving
In a shaker filled with ice, combine lime juice, Sauza® Reposado 100% Agave Tequila, and liqueur. Shake vigorously. Strain into a glass filled with ice and rimmed with salt (optional). Garnish with an orange wedge. Salud!
Serves 9
1 can Sauza® Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
1 bottle light beer
1 can frozen limeade
1 can water
Pour limeade and beer into a pitcher with ice. Fill limeade can with Sauza® Blue Silver and pour into pitcher. Finally, add a can of water, stir and enjoy.
Sauza® Pineapple Lime Cilantro Margarita
Serves 6
2 cups Pineapple Juice
1/8 cup cilantro leaf, minced
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup orange juice
6 parts Sauza® Blue 100% Agave Silver Tequila
2 parts orange liqueur
2 cups ice
1 lime and 1 orange for garnish
Rim your glasses with salt by rubbing the edge with a lime wedge and dipping into a plate of salt. In a shaker combine pineapple juice, cilantro, lime juice, orange juice, tequila, orange liqueur and ice. Shake until cold. Serve up or on the rocks. Salud!
Sauza® Peach Margaritas
Serves 6
8 parts Sauza® Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
4 parts DeKuyper® Peach Schnapps
2 parts JDK & Sons™ O3 Premium Orange Liqueur
6 parts fresh squeezed lime juice
12 parts Peach Nectar
Sugar for rim
1 Peach for garnish
Prepare glasses with sugar rims if desired. In a pitcher filled with ice, combine Sauza® Blue Silver, Peach Schnapps, JDK & Sons™ O3 Premium Orange Liqueur, lime juice and peach nectar. Stir to combine. Chill and serve over ice in prepared glasses.
Sauza® Banana Margarita
Serves 9
1 13-oz can of frozen Pineapple-Orange-Banana Concentrate
13 parts Sauza® Blue Reposado 100% Agave Tequila
4 frozen bananas
1 can of light beer
juice of 3 limes
Combine the first 4 ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a pitcher, add beer and stir. Serve with or without ice. Optional garnish--Brown Sugar Broiled Bananas! If you want...rim your glasses with brown sugar!
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After seven stops, nearly 10,000 miles logged and a ton of racing, the chase for Nitro Jam's professional championships all came down to the final day of competition at the CarSafe Northern Nitro Jam at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park.
The other three champions had already sealed their titles. Their drama was over and they were able to breathe easy. Not so for a 19-year-old rookie out of Las Vegas who faced a pressure no teenager should ever have to endure in their very first year of racing - one pass for all the marbles.
After day one was rained out, Nitro Jam's professional teams had one less day to make up ground in the championship chase making for a frantic - and very exciting - showdown in front of a packed house as a near capacity crowd watched Kyle Hough and Ron Maroney do battle for the Fuel Altered championship in one of the tightest points battles in Nitro Jam history.
"We had been running the numbers and we knew what we had to do when we traveled to Martin," Hough said. "The week leading up to the race was very frustrating for me. I was so anxious, I just wanted to get there, get it over with and enjoy the race whether we were world champion or not. Pulling up to the line with that much riding on my shoulders was intense. It was one of the most exciting and nerve-racking moments of my life."
Holding a nine-point lead over Ron Maroney entering the weekend, Hough was left in a precarious position when he lost in the first round and Maroney advanced. That first round mishap left just enough room for Maroney to make it interesting and control his own destiny.
"My first thought when I was handed that trophy was wow, this thing is heavy," Hough said with a laugh. "I got kind of emotional on the return road with my dad and grandpa both standing there. My grandpa was a world champion, my father was a world champion and to follow in their footsteps and try and keep doing what they are doing, that is what this is all about. To stand there with them holding that trophy was one of the greatest moments of my life."
And Hough's accomplishment was all the more impressive when you consider that his championship trophy was his first award of the year. Hough visited seven finals in 2012, but finished runner-up in each one. But on Saturday it was consistency over flash as Hough was able to add to the long legacy of the Hough name and the legend of the "Nanook" Fuel Altered.
"Not winning a race and then winning the championship, that is just unbelievable. And to do it in my first year, I only know of a few guys that have done that," Hough said. "I was actually at Bakersfield earlier this year testing with Del Worsham and he told me he had won a championship at 20 and I am only 19. That really put it in perspective for me. This win really means the world to me."
Hough visited the final round in Tucson, San Antonio, Baton Rouge, Pittsburgh, Salt Lake City and Edmonton twice, but lost all seven - three times to Maroney, twice to Mike Hilsabeck and Tom Padilla and once to Randy Bradford.
Still that consistency was just enough to give Hough the advantage entering Martin, Mich., an advantage that proved the difference in the championship.
"The first few races we struggled with our tune-up. We weren't running well and we were flat getting beat," Hough said. "By Edmonton things started to turn around, but then we ran into some other problems. We really should have won both races, but we didn't. We also probably should have won in Pittsburgh but again problems hit the team.
"I have always said that racing is 90 percent luck and the funny thing is it seems like this year it was 100 percent luck that was needed, but we still came away with the trophy and that is all that matters."
Making the win even more enjoyable was the fact that Hough's dad Rick and grandpa Dave were on hand to celebrate with him. Both Dave and Rick drove the "Nanook" Fuel Altered during its glory years with both drivers winning multiples races. Now Kyle has been handed the torch and will carry on the family legacy in a car that has proven one of the winningest Altereds of all-time.
While Hough never managed to find victory lane in 2012, five others did. Maroney led the way in the win column behind the wheel of the "Blind Faith" Altered with five wins this season, followed by Mike Hilsabeck in "Arizona Thunder" and Tom Padilla in "Nasty Benjamin" with three wins apiece, Ron Hope in "Rat Trap" with two victories and Randy Bradford and the "Bradford's Fiat" crew had one win.
Ironically, championship runner-up Maroney won his first championship last year driving, you guessed it, the "Nanook" machine that Hough piloted this year. Maroney took on the role until Hough got his license and then returned to his own team this year. Hough, on the other hand, went from crewing the car to making 220 mph passes all in the span of a year.
"I am definitely enjoying driving it. I loved tuning the car and doing everything on the starting line, but this is a lot different," Hough said. "When you are in the seat it is just you. When that light turns green no one is there to help. It is all you and I love that."
Now the "Nanook" team will gear up for a run at a third straight championship while Hough will work in reverse order as he tries to get his first career victory.
"I know that I will get that win and I know that we will get more championships, but really more than anything I am going to enjoy this," Hough said. "I really want to thank the IHRA for giving us a place to race. I also want to thank Lucas Oil, Goodyear, Hedman Hedders and of course the fans. We couldn't do any of this without the incredible IHRA fans."


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Happy Spring Brooklyn Bride! I can't believe we are on our 12th tablescape. This table really sums up all we've tried to accomplish with this series. Which is to present a fresh modern perspective on floral design that is approachable and easy to create. When discussing the series with Adrienne and Tory, we kept returning to the word "happy' as in our desire to create classic designs that make you smile. And there is certainly no happier a flower than the daffodil. They just embody cheerfulness to me. A ceramic blue and white planter from Pearl River (or any home goods store) holds a mass of fringed and double white tulips, green parrot tulips and hellebore. I made some little yellow daffodil "topiaries" using a bit floral foam covered with moss and place them in small Chinese bowls. A grass green runner and cute checked salad plates finish it off. Adrienne worked closely with designer Hermias Wishes who designed the perfect accompanying paper goods. I love the table's crisp breezy feel -perfect for April. I hope you enjoy it.
I know I can speak for Adrienne and Tory when I say THANK YOU Brooklyn Bride for this amazing experience. The chance to be able to share with you my ideas has been a real treat. – Denise
Concept and Floral Design: Denise Fasanello Floral Design
Coordination and Planning: Bespoke Affairs
Photography: Tory Williams
Paper Goods: Hermias Wishes
Denise Fasanello & Tory Williams are members of Brooklyn Brides preferred vendor listings


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2. What kind of things would inspire you to engage with us using social media tools?
For example: events, new services, helpful hints, updates, library news, the ability to chat with librarians.
For example: events, new services, helpful hints, updates, library news, the ability to chat with librarians.
What kind of engagement do you want? I already play lexulous online with one of the librarians... are you thinking of a UTS lexulous comp?
I think the most useful update on FB that I found was discovering that I could borrow ebooks.
Workshops would be helpful. In fact anything that I could use without having to go to the library as I never seem to achieve much when I go there. So far I have only used material that is available online.
not sure, it wasn't until l noticed this survey on the website, that I was even aware their was the social media option.
Events and workshops. Shelfari like bookshelf and community interaction. more e-books required.
I didn't know I could borrow books via fb! I'll do that - fantastic! Also, a "dedicated" fb person perhaps for the library's fb page? And perhaps a fb-based research librarian for HDR students - to help with all those sticky questions. I think it's a wonderful thing that UTS Library is on fb - maybe send out a few huge mail-outs via student email (with chocolate involved) to get more students to "like" the library's fb page - then you could probably afford to have a dedicated fb-librarian (or at least a few part-timers). Also, more comps for HDR students. Also, can students book study spaces via fb - several of my undergrad students (from various classes) were wanting to book a study space for their assignments and wanted to know how. I told them to go onto the website or ask at the library - it would have been a great opportunity to tell them to do it via fb.
PS: Thanks for asking! :o)
Don't use social media.
Haven't needed the physical library for my degree (Engineering and Physics)
could replace it with ebooks and journal articles
Why does every separate part of UTS have different ways of communicating with students ?
Why isn't there one UTS app (web app and mobile versions) that has all the information in one place ?
Chatting with Librarians would be great..did not know you could borrow books via facebook, which is fantastic..perhpas uts library could publicise that fact on its website !!!!
Some sessions that explain in really practical terms how to use social media and integrate them - for example I have attempted to set up an igoogle page with a reader, tried to integrate my twitter and facebook ... but ultimately they are really all messy and ultimately to much info so I stop using them ... apologies if you already do this - I am aware of some free google workshops that you run ...just have not been able to get along. Thanks David.