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Lava Release
熔遁; 溶遁
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Lava Release
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Corrosion Style, Lava Style
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Lava Release (熔遁; 溶遁, Yōton; Viz "Corrosion Style" or "Lava Style") is an advanced nature kekkei genkai that combines fire and earth-based chakra to create lava and related substances that can serve multi-faceted purposes.
- When used by Kirigakure's Mei Terumī, it takes its most commonly known form of molten rock.
- As used by Son Gokū and its jinchūriki Rōshi from Iwagakure, it is used in the form of molten rock, though seemingly more viscous than Mei's.
- Kurotsuchi of Iwagakure's Lava Release takes the form of quicklime, which is a corrosive substance.
- Several other dozen other members of Iwagakure have shown the ability to use this same variation of Lava Release.[1]
- Dodai of Kumogakure also uses this kekkei genkai which takes the form of vulcanised rubber.
- When Rōshi's Lava Release is first referred to, the kanji 熔, with the radical for "fire" (火), is used. In later references when Mei's is used, the kanji 溶, with the radical for "water" (水), is used instead. When both Kurotsuchi and Dodai used it, it was once again with the fire radical. This seems to indicate that the Lava Release from Iwagakure and Kumogakure uses the fire radical, while the Lava Release from Kirigakure uses the water radical. However, in the data and fan books, both kanji have been used to refer to Rōshi's Lava Release.
- Nowadays, the two kanji are synonyms and used interchangeably, with 溶 being the more common variant. However, there seems to be a subtle difference in meaning between the two. The kanji with the fire radical seems to be used more often in words relating to metal and other solids, whereas the kanji with the water radical is more often used in words relating to liquids.
- This kekkei genkai element shows the most different users with no known blood connection to each other.
- Lava Release shares the same romanisation as Yang Release.
- ↑ Naruto chapter 612, page 11
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Immanuel School ( Alexandria (city) )
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Immanuel School is a place of kind School belonging to the County of ( Alexandria (city) ).
The closest populated place is that of Del Ray that is0.26 miles far from Immanuel School.
Immanuel School is also 4.35 miles far from the closest airport or heliport, the Alexandria Hospital Helistop .
The weather forecasting are available for the town of Alexandria , that is 2.77 miles far from Immanuel School .
The Zip Code of Immanuel School is 22301.
Besides Immanuel School in the County of ( Alexandria (city) ) there are the following places of kind School . These are reported in what follows in alphabetical order:
Alexandria Country Day School - Ascension Academy (historical) - Barrett Elementary School - Bishop Ireton High School - Cora Kelly Magnet School - Episcopal High School - Ficklin School (historical) - Francis C Hammond Middle School - George Mason Elementary School - George Washington Middle School - Hallowell School (historical) - Holly Hill School - Houston School - James K Polk Elementary School - Jefferson Elementary School - Lyles Crouch Traditional Academy School - MacArthur Elementary School - Maury Elementary School - Minnie Howard School - Mount Vernon Elementary School - Parker Gray Middle School - Patrick Henry Elementary School - Prince Street School - Robert E Lee School - Saint Josephs School - Saint Marys Academy (historical) - Saint Marys Elementary School - Saint Ritas School - Saint Stephens and Saint Agnes School - Saint Stephens and Saint Agnes School - Stonewall Jackson School - Suburban School - T C Williams High School - Virginia Theological Seminary - William Ramsay Elementary School .
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- State's Motto : Sic semper tyrannis
- English translation : Thus always to tyrants (Latin)
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Sunday, September 28, 2008
I watched some TV this week. In order: Dimitri Martin, John McCain, Keith Olbermann, and Stephen Colbert.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Greasy Lightning
More cardboard. Halfway through, I realized this was the corrugated side. But it said "Inspector #72" on the other side. Honestly, you can't tell until the scanner gets done with it.
This is the computer-modified version.
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Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Zeus is Loose!
Another cardboard painting. I don't have any more left, so I guess I'll have to start ordering more stuff from Amazon again.
Friday, September 12, 2008
The Dude abides
The Dude must be painted on cardboard. He would never lower (or is it raise?) himself to the level of actual canvas.
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According to information from lulacerda journalist (posted here), filming would take place in Rio in six days, and in Paraty on 7 and 8 November.
PS: i think that the article is wrong about Taylor going to Rio!In Rio they will shoot the honeymoon scene, so Taylor as Jacob doesn't appear there!
According to Mel452: That article by that Brazilian journo, when mentioning TL its just in saying that ppl are longing to see the 3 of them again in the movie when it comes out - not that he will actually b in Brazil too. FYI.


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Arbonne's Pure Vibrance Vegan Hair Care Line
First thing's first → I have PINK hair—fuchsia, actually, and shampoos that strip color are the devil. 3:) I need color-safe shampoo that's gentle, effective, and suuuuuuper hydrating, because I'm constantly bleaching my fried, crusty-ass hair. I've been a longtime Arbonne fan, and their new Pure Vibrance hair care line with Exclusive ColorLast Technology is so amazing that I wanna make out with it!! It specifically designed for peeps with chemically and color-treated hair, and it hella works fo' REALZ!
The four rockstars in this line include:
- Pure Vibrance Lustre Fortifying Shampoo, $36 – This part sold me: "Clinically shown to retain 93% of hair color after 20 washes in both single and double process." It's a creamy, rich, pretty-smelling formula, and a little goes a long way. My scalp and hairsies feel fresh and clean after washing, and my color stays put which is muy importante!
- Pure Vibrance Fortifying Crème Conditioner, $36 – This conditioner is thick and moisture-rich (just how mama likes). It leaves my hair silky-soft and smooth, which says a lot considering all the ish I put it through (bleaching, blow drying, straight ironing, curling, etc.).
- Pure Vibrance Hair Revitalizing Masque, $52 – This deep conditioning masque is mega thick and does a killer job at quenching my thirsty follicles. It leaves my hair completely tangle-free and manageable—seriously, my brush just glides through my hair without any effort!
- Pure Vibrance Texturizing Mousse, $28 – I'm not much of a mousse gal (unless it's of the chocolate variety), but this stuff is pretty awesome at taming my frizzies and keeping everything in place. I use the teensiest amount when going au naturel (i.e. sans the styling tools), and it seems to do the trick.
All four products feature these key ingredients: Rice Extract, Artichoke Leaf Extract, Hawaiian White Ginger Root Extract, Vicia Faba Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Linseed Extract, Horsetail Leaf Extract, Sage Leaf Extract, and White Tea Leaf Extract.
Overall, I'm pretty stoked on this line. My only gripe would be the price. These products cost a pretty penny, but if you're already an Arbonne fans, this isn't a shocker.
Have you tried this line? What do you think of it?
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I agree with a lot of what Anita Joseph has to say here, but I feel obliged to respond to this somewhat fallacious dispatching of an argument of mine:
The amazing thing is that Occupy Harvard accomplished all of this without the support of the student body…the most relevant and important cause in a generation was met with widespread scorn.
Why is this? In Slate [sic] Dylan R. Matthews '12, who is also a Crimson editorial columnist, suggested that it is because Harvard is made up of the one percent. In the Harvard Political Review, Josh B. Lipson '14 suggested it is because "Harvard is not the bastion of radical leftism that second-rate social commentators describe." I disagree with these views. The Harvard College Office of Admissions and Financial Aid says that around sixty percent of the student body receives financial aid, while that figure is around fifty percent at UC Berkeley, a school that embraced the Occupy movement in a much greater way.
This would make sense as a retort if getting financial aid at Harvard indicated the same thing about one's economic class as getting financial aid at Berkeley does. But it doesn't. Harvard has much more generous financial aid than Berkeley. To use an example from an old column of mine, a family making $150,000 a year with $600,000 in assets (including a $500,000 house) gets almost $13,000 a year from Harvard. According to Berkeley's financial aid calculator, that family gets no help from Berkeley financial aid.
As Joseph's own links explain, Berkeley has only recently committed to providing financial aid to families making up to $140,000, whereas Harvard is talking about expanding aid to families making well over that. So if "people on financial aid at Harvard" includes families making upwards of $150,000, and "people on financial aid at Berkeley" excludes them, then it could simultaneously be the case that more people are on financial aid at Harvard and that Harvard has a more affluent student body overall.
I'd imagine this is the case, especially because, for in-state residents, attending Berkeley without financial aid is much, much more affordable than attending Harvard without financial aid. A year at Berkeley for a Californian costs $32,635 while a year at Harvard costs $56,000. So it makes sense, even if Berkeley attendees make less on average than Harvard attendees, that fewer would be on financial aid, as you don't need to make as much to afford Berkeley without any assistance as you do to afford Harvard without any assistance.
Joseph's larger point is that the "Organization Kid" mentality of Harvard students explains their resistance to Occupy, and I agree with that to some extent. But I think people consistently underestimate the extent to which being an Organization Kid is a result of being in and/or identifying with a certain economic class, and thus leads one to want to advance that class's interests. Harvard students are rich, so they look out for other rich people.


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Lobbying as a business strategy
The range and depth of global lobbying undertaken by Google is now so formidable, it may be more accurate to describe the company as a political organisation with a legacy tech business attached. It sponsors "citizen" campaign groups and it funds think tanks such as the Berkman Center. It throws cash at academic departments and creates academic posts.
The Google founders oil the wheels of non-profits including Wikipedia and Creative Commons with family cash – and Wikipedia appears to reflect the Google party line on copyright and other regulatory issues, while Google ensures these viewpoints are unmissable on its own popular web pages. (In 2008, Google promised that the power of the mob could alter those results.)
Given all that, it may be tempting to conclude that Google is some kind of omniscient global superpower that we are helpless to resist. But such a reaction, a paranoid one, invites fatalism. Microsoft was once perceived like SPECTRE - a global terror group led by James Bond's nemesis Blofeld - and look where Microsoft is now. Google's obsessive political interference is a sign of desperation, not confidence or strength.
Google is uniquely vulnerable for two reasons. Firstly, the economic vision it offers us (and our children) is an impoverished one. Google's ad-based economy doesn't unlock value or satisfy consumers in the way a really vibrant, market-based internet economy could.
An economy based on real money changing hands makes the pie we have much larger, stimulating new investment in all kinds of areas. However, the best Google can offer today is to gather the world under its advertising umbrella, where a few crumbs may be found. Under this umbrella, individual property rights and privacy rights don't mean what they do in the real world, and – judging by the way things are going – could eventually be discarded completely to fuel Google's continuing growth.
Secondly, Google has now committed itself to the lobbying route to the detriment of forging the constructive industry partnerships it needs for real growth. As the saying goes, when the only tool you have is a hammer, every problem looks like a nail. Every problem looks like a political one to Google, to be fixed by lobbying politicians and regulators.
Noam Chomsky, in Manufacturing Consent, argues that the media are subtly biased towards business because they're driven by the profit motive themselves. You don't have to buy the argument (I don't), but bear it in mind as we consider Google. The company has its own "consent manufacturing" engine that subtly ensures technology interests are aligned with its own particular view of the world. It has views of privacy, property and creative rights, and economics that are sub-optimal.
The problem is, the world may be far more interesting than Google wants us, or dares us, to think it is. ®
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text: I love the visual and audio reference to 2001: A Space Odyssey in this early 1970s commercial for the new G.I. Joe Talking Astronaut. I'm not sure how many kids watching Saturday morning TV picked up on them, though their parents (who held the purse strings) probably did. Also gotta love the constant reference to "lifelike hair!"


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Introduction to Hedging Agricultural Commodities With Futures
Joe Parcell
Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics
Jason Franken
Former Postdoctoral Researcher
Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics
Producers of agricultural commodities regularly face price and production risks. Furthermore, increased global free trade and changes in domestic agricultural policy have increased these risks. As the variability of price increases the variability of revenue, producers are realizing the importance of risk management as a component of their management strategies.
One means of reducing these risks is through the use of the commodity futures exchange markets. Like using car insurance to hedge the potential costs of a car accident, agricultural producers can use the commodity futures markets to hedge the potential costs of commodity price volatility. As when gains from a car insurance claim might not exceed the cost of the cumulative sum of premiums, the gains from hedging might not cover the costs of hedging. The primary objective of hedging is not to make money but to minimize price volatility. This guide provides an overview to agricultural hedging to aid producers in evaluating hedging opportunities.
Commodity arbitrage: Operations of a commodity exchange
Arbitrage is the process whereby a commodity is simultaneously bought and sold in two separate markets to take advantage of a price discrepancy between the two markets. A commodity futures exchange acts as a marketplace for persons interested in arbitrage. The factors driving arbitrage are the real or perceived differences in the equilibrium price as determined by supply and demand at various locations. For instance, suppose North Carolina has a shortage of corn to feed livestock. If I believe that I can profit from buying corn in Missouri, paying shipping costs, and selling corn in North Carolina, I will continue to do so until the supply and demand for corn are equal in North Carolina. At that point, the Missouri corn price plus the shipping costs will equal the North Carolina corn price.
For the futures market, the arbitrage activities are carried out through the exchange of paper promissory notes to sell or buy a commodity at an agreed-upon price at a future date. Through the interaction of people who have different perceptions of where supply and demand are at present and how supply and demand will change in the future, commodity prices are driven to equilibrium. As new information enters the market, perceptions change and the process of arbitraging begins again.
For example, let's say Bill believes the domestic fall production of corn has been publicly underestimated in midsummer, and Tom believes the domestic fall production of corn has been publicly overestimated in midsummer. Bill believes corn prices will drop; Tom believes prices will rise. Using the commodity exchange as a marketplace, Bill sells a futures contract and Tom buys a futures contract. Assume that Bill and Tom sell and buy their contracts for the same price and hold them for three months, at which time Bill must buy back his contract and Tom must sell his contract. During those three months, the contract price is allowed to change in value freely with changes in expected supply and demand for the underlying commodity.
Depending on how prices change during the contract period, the contract's value will either hold or it will appreciate or depreciate. If the value does not change, neither person benefits. If the value appreciates, Tom would earn a profit by selling back his contract at the new higher price (buy low and sell high), and Bill would lose money by buying back his contract back at the new higher price (sell low and buy high). Conversely, if the value depreciates, Tom would lose money by selling back his contract at the new lower price (buy high and sell low), while Bill would profit by buying back his contract at that price (sell high and buy low).
In some ways, arbitrage through a commodity exchange really is this simple. The rules of trading allow for the buying and selling of the contract at any time. There is no minimum time you must hold a contract. However, as you might suspect from the above scenario, arbitrage through futures is in some ways a gamble like buying insurance: Sometimes it pays for itself and sometimes it doesn't.
The scenario described above between Bill and Tom is called speculating. In speculation, neither party has actual ownership of a commodity, but each believes he can outguess the market direction. Hedging, described in more detail below, is the process whereby a person owns the commodity and uses the commodity futures markets to transfer risk.
Where futures arbitrage occurs
The two main futures exchanges where arbitrage for agricultural commodity futures markets occurs are located in Chicago. The Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) is where corn, soybean, soybean oil, soybean meal, wheat and rough rice futures are traded. The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is where futures in lean hogs, live cattle, stocker cattle and feeder cattle are traded. Both exchanges are now part of the CME group. In addition, cotton futures are traded at ICE Futures U.S. in New York [previously the New York Cotton Exchange (NYCE)].
Buyers equal sellers
In a marketplace like the Chicago Board of Trade or the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, the number and price of contracts bought equal the number and price of contracts sold. However, no obligation exists between specific buyers and sellers. Therefore, a person is allowed to buy or sell a contract at any time within the trading specifications for the exchange. As months pass, the market enters a contract-expiration month in which all persons end up with zero contracts for that trading period. That is, if you sell (buy) one contract, you must buy (sell) back one contract before contract expiration. However, the physical delivery of commodities allows for substituting the commodity for the contract.
Hedging: Transferring risk through arbitrage
Price risk for agricultural commodities can occur for a number of reasons, including drought, near-record production, increased demand or decreased international production. The commodity futures markets provide a means to transfer risk between persons holding the physical commodity (hedgers) and other hedgers or persons speculating in the market. Futures exchanges exist and are successful based on the principle that hedgers may forgo some profit potential in exchange for less risk and that speculators will have access to increased profit potential from assuming this risk. For example, suppose a person works on commission and receives $2,000, $8,000, $5,000 and $13,000 in salary for four consecutive months, for an average salary of $7,000 per month over this period. Now suppose the person could accept a salaried position for a steady $6,000 a month. A person who prefers less income variability would pay for the decreased variability and accept the pay cut of, on average, $1,000 per month. Alternatively, the employer would require the $1,000 per month to offset the risk now assumed from the person not being motivated to sell more.
Similarly, hedgers might be willing to give up some revenue for a known price, and speculators would require the opportunity for more revenue by assuming the price risk. For example, suppose that in April Joe Farmer plants 500 acres of corn. At this time, Joe Farmer notices that he can forward price a portion of his corn production through the futures market at $5.80 per bushel. Knowing that his cost of production is $4.75 per bushel, Joe is willing to price one-third of his anticipated production at $5.80 per bushel. That is, hedging by the agricultural producer generally involves selling the commodity at the commodity exchange market because producers want to lock in a price floor (a minimum price they will receive). Joe sells a futures contract for his corn, and speculators or agribusinesses (grain elevator operators and others looking to lock in a price ceiling for the grain they are forward contracting) simultaneously are buying the contracts. The following scenarios describe three possible outcomes for Joe. (The following analysis holds basis — the difference between the cash market and the futures market — constant and does not include commissions, which would lower the net price Joe receives by a small amount.)
If the futures price goes higher
The fall futures and cash price of corn goes up to $6 per bushel when Joe is ready to harvest the crop. Joe loses $0.20 per bushel in the futures market but he gains this back in the cash market through the simultaneous increase of the cash price and the futures price. The difference between the cash market and the futures market (basis) will determine how much Joe makes in the cash market. At worst, Joe receives $5.80 per bushel, less commissions, for his hedged grain.
If the futures price goes lower
The fall futures and cash price of corn goes down to $5.50 per bushel when Joe is ready to harvest the crop. Joe gains $0.30 per bushel in the futures market but loses in the cash market through the simultaneous decrease of the cash price and the futures price. Again, what happens to basis during this time will determine how much Joe makes in the cash market. At worst, Joe receives $5.80 per bushel, less commissions, for his hedged grain.
If the futures price doesn't change
The fall futures and cash price of corn stays at $5.80 per bushel when Joe is ready to harvest the crop. Joe does not gain in either the futures market or the cash market except for potential basis gain or loss. At worst, Joe receives $5.80 per bushel, less commissions, for his hedged grain.
What these scenarios have in common
In these scenarios, Joe generally knows what price he will receive for the hedged portion of his corn crop. He does not need to worry about a price decline that would affect revenue; therefore, he knows about how much of a revenue stream he will have for cash-flow analysis. Some types of production risks, however, cannot be covered through futures. Producers concerned about production risks due to natural catastrophes, for example, may want to inquire about crop insurance to cover production shortfalls.
These scenarios did not discuss the basis component of hedging. A change in basis can increase or decrease a net price decrease or increase from hedging.
When to hedge
By knowing his cost of production, Joe can determine prices at which he might consider forward pricing portions of his production. Thus, producers must know their cost of production when hedging a commodity. For instance, if Sue knows her cost of production on 400-pound feeder calves is $120 per hundredweight, then she might consider forward pricing a portion of her calf crop through the futures market when the futures market price allows for her to cover her cost of production plus a profit margin. Producers need to determine a target profit margin, because people tend to price high at the market.
The costs of hedging
Although the costs of hedging are straightforward, these expenses can become substantial over time. Commissions are paid to a broker for administrative costs and for operation and regulation of the futures exchange. These costs can range from $9 to $35 or more per order for either a buy or a sell order. Therefore, the total costs to enter and exit the market can range from $18 to $70 or more.
Margin money is paid only on futures positions and not on options positions. Margin refers to earnest money placed in a brokerage account to cover potential losses. An initial margin is needed to start trading. Typically, a futures position requires the initial cost of 3 to 10 percent of the actual cost of the contract being traded (for example, a 5,000-bushel corn contract may require an initial margin of $2,363 per contract as of April 2011). The exact percentage is determined by the futures exchange. The maintenance margin is used to step-up the margin account to keep it at a minimum amount of equity. For instance, suppose the maintenance margin on the corn contract is $1,750 per contract. Whenever the margin account balance drops to $1,750 because of "paper" losses in the futures market, a margin call occurs, requiring that additional money be added to the account to bring the balance up to the initial margin level of $2,363. A margin call can occur an unlimited number of times.


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The heat and humidity of the summer often finds us with an unwelcome houseguest, that slimy black mold growth we know as mildew. Mildew may be natural, but that doesn't mean we want it in our homes. Before the season starts, learn how to prevent mildew naturally by taking these steps and trying one of these environmentally-friendly remedies.
Wipe after you wash. Where there's moisture, mold produces mildew. To prevent mildew in your shower, wipe down the walls, shower doors and faucet. Spray shower curtains with vinegar, and a few drops of an essential oil to cut the harsh scent, and spread them out along the line. Wipe out the sinks in the bathrooms and kitchen frequently, and be vigilant about keeping damp surfaces around your home as dry as possible.
Run a cool mist humidifier. Cool air produces less moisture than warm air, so these products are a natural mold and mildew killer.
Watch for — and fix — leaks. If you see standing water – or any signs of damp where there shouldn't be – take immediate steps to find and stop the leaks. Run a fan on damp surfaces like carpet and hardwood, which will prevent mildew spores from growing.
Waterproof. Basements are prime breeding grounds for mildew. Add insulation or another waterproof barrier found in a hardware store, to prevent too much moisture. Above ground, try two coats of waterproof paint for your concrete walls, and apply waterproof barriers to your brick siding.
Keep air circulating. Run ceiling fans in your home, keep inside doors open and hang clothes with spaces between them in your closet. Use the bathroom fan when showering or running bath water. Good air flow prevents mold spores from settling, therefore preventing mildew from forming.
Dry fabrics. After that trip to the beach or pool, hang your swimsuit up to dry before dumping it into the hamper. On warm, dry days, you can even hang clothing outside to air dry. Thoroughly dry all wet fabric before laundering, which will prevent mildew on your clothes. Be sure your winter garments are clean and dry before you store them in a trunk or closet.
The key to preventing mildew naturally is preventing its favorite living conditions – dark, hot and humid – from occurring in your home. Let the sun shine in and keep cool air flowing. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the ideal relative humidity for a home is between 30 and 60 percent; consider purchasing a humidity monitor at a hardware store to keep your home's levels within that range.
Have other thoughts on how to prevent mildew? Leave us a note in the comments below.


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NEW YORK -- Crunch will expand its reach in Miami as well as its other primary markets around the country over the next several months.
Crunch's new club in Miami is its third in South Florida and the fourth since New Evolution Ventures (NEV) took over the company last year.
The new 25,000-square-foot Miami club, which opened Sept. 2, is in the facility formerly occupied by Miami Beach Fitness. That makes 22 Crunch clubs overall in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Miami.
After NEV took over New York-based Crunch following bankruptcy proceedings last year, the company rebuilt and expanded a club in the San Francisco suburb of Danville, CA, last fall that had been a Bally Total Fitness and a Pinnacle Fitness. Earlier this year, Crunch added two new clubs in the San Francisco area that had been Gold's Gyms.
Mark Mastrov, NEV co-founder, says the Lafayette, CA-based company plans to double the number of Miami Crunch clubs in the next six to 12 months.
"We like the Miami market for Crunch and plan to stay aggressive there," Mastrov says.
He adds that NEV plans to build four to six clubs in the New York, Northern California and Los Angeles areas. All of those clubs will be new builds, Mastrov says.
In terms of Crunch franchise clubs, Mastrov says NEV will open eight to 10 of those clubs over the next four to six months.


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Part of Hall of South American Peoples.
This Late Paracas (circa 100 BC) spear-thrower is made of whalebone, and the thumb rest was carved from a sperm whale's tooth. A drawing in the Early Hunters case in the first section of this hall shows how hunters or warriors used these to propel spears with great speed, momentum, and accuracy.
The thumb rest was carved in the form of a human head with a forehead ornament. A similar forehead ornament, made from a thin sheet of gold, can be seen to the right in this same case.


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Maddon's "Thanks-mas " 2008 Celebration
I was sitting here today at the computer in the house with the outside temps hitting the mid 40's for the first time this season and thought I forgot something this year. It took me a short while, but I remembered that I did not write about the "Thanks-mas" project that Rays Manager Joe Maddon does for the area homeless every year he has been with the Rays. I can not believe I forgot the one thing that brings the true Christmas spirit into my heart the last few years.
One of the things I look forward to reading about every year since Maddon came aboard with the team is the community involvement he has with the area charities and his demonstration of his great cooking skills. So in the middle of December of 2008, after his marriage and honeymoon European adventure, he made sure to come back to Tampa Bay and take care of some urgent culinary business.
But that is the kind of guy that Maddon is in life, he remembers the community . He is that guy you would want to meet you at the sports bar and watch the game with while eating a few hundred chicken wings while chatting about the little things in the game. I have had the pleasure of talking with him a few dozen times, and the guy it total class from the first word to the last. And he shows genuine passion for the area and it's fans.
For that reason, I think the team and the community is so lucky to have signed Maddon to be our 4th club manager. Since his first days in office with the Rays, he has had an eye to the community, and had addressed the issue of homelessness and community involvement from everyone from the front office to the players. Rays staffers and personnel like Rays third base Coach Tom Foley, Head Trainer Ron Porterfield, and even Rays Radio announcer Dave Willis help distribute food and smiles during the event. But the man of the hour is Maddon who truly knows the advantages he has in life, and shares himself with the community anytime and in anyways possible to give back to the area.
And with his busy schedule after the 2008 season, you might think he would shelve the project for awhile. But no, Maddon made sure that the preparations and the products was ready and available for his yearly foray into the kitchen to cook some home favorites for the folks in the Tampa Bay area. He started this years adventure at the Bradenton Salvation Army where a roomful of anxious folks got to dine on Maddon classics taken from his mom Beanie's recipe books.
Maddon understands that in the recent developments with employment dipping in the state and financial situation coming up almost nightly, that the community sometime needs a hand up, not a hand out. "Everybody just assumes that people within these circumstances or conditions are people who don't want to work, or they're lazy, or whatever," Maddon said. "There are a lot of different reasons why people end up in that situation. And this economy is showing it right now, front and center. "
With the Tampa Bay area struggling, like the rest of the country during the holidays, Maddon understands that this is a national problem, but can only do what he can right now locally to help people understand they are not alone and there is hope upon the horizon. Maddon was quick to note that, "There are a lot of folks out there who would really much prefer having their steady job back and their homes, etc. This is a tough time. When you're considering the homeless situation, it's a wide variety of people and a wide variety of reasons why they're there."
This year is Maddon's third consecutive year Maddon has hosted the event with the help of the Rays organization. As he has done in the past, Maddon prepared a traditional Italian holiday feast. With the help of Rays employees, Maddon shopped for the food earlier in the week before helping to cook and serve it at the Salvation Army. And if the meal was not enough, the Rays also provided gift packs for the youngsters in attendance, and also passed out Wal-Mart donated gift cards to those receiving meals.
As the people began to sit down and eat his prepared feast, Maddon added that, "I've been wanting to just grow this thing to the point where we include families and kids, because people don't even consider the children involved in this situation," Maddon said. "It's always about a male. It's normally a male, 40-plus, or whatever, but it's families.
"So the more we get the information out there, and the more we shed light on the situation, the more people gain an understanding. And I need to be more educated on it myself. But I do know one thing — it's one of those things that sticks to me and I felt like I needed to do something about it."
Maddon wanted to add toys to the events this year because of a trend he was seeing in the past of the event where single parents and families were also being left homeless by the effects of the economy. A displaced family sometimes has no choice by separate and find shelter and food in family members in the area, or even in shelters during the holidays. This broke Maddon's heart because it sometimes separates the family at the time of the year where they need to bond and be as one.
"Last year, when we went to the Metropolitan Ministries and at Bradenton, it was the first time we were exposed to families and single moms," Maddon said. "And, my goodness, it's tough, because you know where you came from, you know where you grew up. And you know what you've got right now and you see what you've got. And for me, it's a tough thought."
Maddon does not hide the fact that this situation gets to him deeply and sometimes he ends up in tears because of the suffering and the agony that these families must endure year round. Hosting these events is just a small bit he can do for the community, but it is a very well received holiday tradition started by a guy who is just starting out on his own family this past off season. One of the participants in this year;s event was his new wife Jaye, who sported a "Rays" Santa hat and was all smiles as she helped serve the meals this year.
Ever since the movie, "Pay It Forward" people seemed to have taken a kinship to that phrase and made more of an effort to help people. I know I do, but is people like Maddon who can make a small gesture like these fantastic Italian fests that can be the fire that gets someone to the next level and back on the road to fulfilling his own dreams and goals in life. But during the holiday season, you want to believe in miracles and that everything is possible in this world.
"When I get over my crying, in a quiet corner somewhere, it's great," Maddon said. "The kids are appreciative. The parents, the people are very appreciative. And also the people that work in these places. We've really built a pretty good relationship with them also. And furthermore, it's Christmas, man — it is the best day of the year." So there you go America. This is the kind of man you voted as the American League Manager of the Year. I can only say he is my candidate for "Man of the Year" based on everything he does on and off the field for the Tampa Bay Rays.
I want to than Barry Jones, one of my Facebook friends who is also the Rays Community Relations Coordinator and posted these great pictures of the event.
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I cried when I read your blog today. My husband and I are so blessed that we can afford a roof over our heads, food and clothes for us and our children and a warm, safe place to sleep each night. So many of our baseball players – and other athletes – do so much to give back to the community. It was so wonderful to read about a manager who has such a hands on involvement in the community and obviously such a big heart. Thank you for sharing this.
I have to say I have felt extremely lucky as a fan and as a person the last few years. I had the unfortunate positon of getting laid off twice from jobs. The first I was with for over 15 years, but they decided I was past my expiration date.
The fact that I was lucky enough or have a 401, or a pension was good for me, but millions do not have that luxury or even a chance to get on their feet. Events like this tell you that people do not always just look the other way.
I know I have consulted the Rays a few times offering my services for events like this and others and they have an internal employee group that is fantastic at extra manpower and support for community events and activities.
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I knew I liked the Rays organization and now you just proved why! Thanks for posting that. Btw, I'll be doing a signing at the Barnes & Noble Carrollwood store in Tampa on Mar 6 at 1pm. If you're around, I hope you'll stop by and say hello and bring everyone you've ever met so I don't have to sit there alone!
I will be there, you can count on that. I will be the guy with the Rays hat on.
The organization has taken a new kinship to community involvement the last few years. With the kid's Christmas parties and the players going to the area hospitals more often than in the past. I guess it is finally sinking into some of these young guys just how lucky they are to play a kid's game for a living.
I have a feeling I will not be the only one in line that night. Yankees have a pretty good support system down here in Tampa, from George on down. Hey, maybe George will show up and be first in line
Rays Renegade
The Yankees aren't cooperating with the book in the sense that it's not "authorized." So I don't expect George to show up! I'm going to invite Matt Silverman! He's one of the heroes of the book.
I will send him an email in the morning telling him about it. I hope he does show up. He is such a class guy. We have been lucky to have such a young and smart executive office staff.
I know you can RSVP there with no problem. I made sure to put it in my phone so I do not cross book it with any baseball games this spring.
Thanks again for the information on the signing. I might send an Email to mark @ MLBlogs.com to get him to highlight you that week with a interview. You have earned that for sure.
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When the Germantown Branch of Settlement Music School opens its doors on Thursday, Sept. 8, for the start of its 2011-12 academic year, it will do so with a new branch director in place. The Germantown Branch, 6128 Germantown Ave., the oldest of Settlement's five branches beyond the historic central branch at 416 Queen St. in South Philadelphia, will say "farewell" to longtime director Patricia Manley and "welcome aboard" to Eric Anderson.
The change at the top is part of a larger rotation of branch directors under Settlement Music School's new executive director, Helen Eaton. She recently completed her first year as Robert Capanna's successor at the helm of the 103-year-old community music school. Settlement is the largest such school in the nation.
Anderson and Manley, both residents of Glenside, are rotating as branch directors. Anderson is moving from the same position at the central Mary Louise Curtis Branch while Manley is set to become the branch director of the newly constructed Willow Grove Branch. The new facility, located at 318 Davisville Rd., opened in January of this year and replaces the older site in Jenkintown. Marsha Hogan is retiring as branch director at Willow Grove at the end of this month.
Anderson comes to Germantown after more than 24 years as director at the MLC Branch. He took over at the downtown branch at the middle of the same school year during which I first joined Settlement's piano faculty. Looking back across those two-and-a-half decades, Anderson pointed to the tremendous growth in the size and scope of the ensemble programs at the branch.
"I think one of the reasons for the growth of the ensemble programs was the success of our advanced study program," he said, referring to the school's determined efforts to involve its most advanced students and adults in programs involving other musicians.
Anderson also emphasized one particular aspect of the music workshop classes — their bringing together youngsters from a broad spectrum of social, economic and cultural backgrounds. Virtually every racial and ethnic group and heritage is represented in the classes. They also span the gamut from those on financial assistance to those who come from the wealthiest sections of society.
"All six of Settlement's branches work successfully as meeting places for students drawn from every background." Alongside the Mary Louise Curtis, Germantown and Willow Grove Branches, the remaining three are located in Northeast Philadelphia, the Wynnefield section of the city, and Camden, New Jersey.
Anderson pointed out that the same diverse student body characterizes the Germantown Branch. "There are students who live in North Philadelphia studying alongside students who live in Chestnut Hill. We have students from Germantown High School and students from Germantown Friends or Germantown Academy, students from countless other public schools and students from Chestnut Hill Academy and the Springside School."
Anderson acknowledged that one difficulty facing Settlement and all such community music schools is the cutback in music programs in most urban public school systems throughout the country. Such programs often functioned as catalysts for young people to take individual music lessons, especially in orchestral and band instruments.
Admitting that even so large an institution as Settlement Music School can't totally replace those ensemble and class programs in the public schools, Anderson is convinced that it can reach out and offer a viable alternative.
"It's what we have always done — what we do today — offer quality music instruction in a setting that provides for a social melting pot," he said. "We're a place to come to learn what it means to be part of a community. To be an active participant in something you can do for the rest of your life.
"For me, music is an essential part of my everyday life, like breathing and eating. I can't imagine my life without it. And it's part of my life to try to help people see that the pursuit of beauty is an essential part of being a human being."


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The Fox 29 meteorologist had been suspended since Dec. 22 but this afternoon a Fox spokeswoman confirmed that, "We mutually agreed that it was time to part ways." She declined further comment on the parting.
We reported Dec. 23 Bolaris was suspended indefinitely just days after Playboy magazine published an article about his being drugged and scammed by two European hotties in Miami Beach in March 2010, a story first reported by the Daily News last year.
In the Playboy story Bolaris is quoted saying he went with the women because "I'm a guy. There was the thought I might get laid," and discusses his reputation as a ladies man. He also shares nude photos of women on his cell phone with writer Pat Jordan.
Station sources told us Fox 29 management is upset at how the weatherman comes off in the story, which is the latest occasion in which he has upset management, and clashed specifically with GM Patrick Paolini.
Several months ago, sources say, Bolaris came to work, then announced he was sick and went home after arguing with management, which did not want him to interview his friend Lenny Dykstra. Bolaris had offered an exclusive interview with the disgraced baseball star.
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Discussions between Fox management and Bolaris' agent Richard Leibner have taken place since his suspension. Sources close to Bolaris said he very much wanted to get back on the air. Bolaris declined to comment this afternoon and referred us to Leibner who echoed the kumbaya statement from Fox 29 that the parties had mutually agreed to part ways. We asked Leibner whether that means Fox paid out Bolaris through his contract that ran until 2014 and he said in 50 years as an agent he has "Never talked about contractual terms."
Bolaris reported for work Dec. 22 only to learn he was suspended. He has not been on-air since though commercials in which he was featured continued to air. Last Thursday, a Fox 29 employee emailed the Daily News asking to remove Bolaris' photo from the Fox weather forecasts on Page 2 of the Daily News.
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- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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- 2 teaspoons dry mustard
- 4 6-ounce black cod fillets, with or without skin
- Habanero-Orange Salsa (see recipe)
Recipe Preparation
Heat chiles over gas flame or in broiler until softened, turning often with tongs to avoid burning, 1 to 2 minutes. Cool. Remove stems and seeds. Tear chiles into 2-inch pieces; place in small bowl. Add 1/2 cup hot water. Let stand until softened, about 20 minutes. Place chiles with soaking liquid, orange juice, and next 6 ingredients in blender. Puree until smooth. Strain into small saucepan; discard solids in strainer. Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat until slightly thickened and glaze measures 1 1/3 cups, about 10 minutes. Season glaze with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
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As a prominent, high-profile woman juggling many roles, Maria Shriver knows just how surprising, unpredictable, and stressful everyday life can be. In her new book, "I've Been Thinking…Reflections Prayers, and Meditations for a Meaningful Life," the award-winning journalist, author and mother of four shares her reflections for those seeking wisdom, guidance, encouragement, and inspiration on the road to a meaningful life.
"My hope is that people will feel a connection or get comfort from what they're reading," Shriver told the Herald. "My goal is that [the book] be a companion for them to use and pass along to people that they care about. It's hard for people to know how to infuse reflections, prayers, and ground themselves in their own belief systems…to find that place of strength and calm so we go out better into the world."
In the 240-page, small-sized hardcover book, published by Dorman Books/Viking and scheduled for release on Feb. 27, Shriver offers up lessons she's learned along the way and meditations she's kept by her side as touchstones to help her negotiate the challenges that arise in everyone's life. She shares inspiring quotes, prayers, and reflections designed to get readers thinking, get them feeling, get them laughing, and get them through in one piece on their journey to what she calls The Open Field — a place of acceptance, purpose, passion and joy.
As if being a Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist and producer, a six-time New York Times bestselling author, an Alzheimer's advocate, and an NBC News special anchor isn't enough, Shriver, also served as the First Lady of California for six years when her husband, Arnold Schwarzenegger, was the state's governor.
She, of course, grew up in a family that was driven to serve: her uncle John F. Kennedy was president; uncles Bobby and Teddy Kennedy served in the U.S. Senate and also ran for the presidency. Her father, Sergeant Shriver, was founding director of the Peace Corps and led the nation's war on poverty (he ran for president as well.) Her mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, started the Special Olympics, and with her husband, raised Maria and her four brothers.
Whether it was running for office or doing altruistic acts, Shriver's family was big on "saving the world." And that put a lot of pressure on her throughout her life.
"My [own] world wasn't important, my family was extremely focused on helping others … but I saw people [in my family] killing themselves or getting killed, and I started to think 'what about me? What do I deserve? Why am I working 24 hours a day, or trying fixing everyone else and their issues?' I had to come up for air."
Now, she says, she's learning to do these things from a place of newfound inner peace through mediation, gratitude practice, and by implementing prayer, organizing her day, and by recognizing the boundaries. "I reach out to people, and do a better job of asking for help, I've changed tremendously."
Shriver says we are always evolving and learning, and hopes that her book will be a bedside companion. "I offer the tools," she says "… to stay above the noise, and find that sanctuary. I can't tell someone to do Transcendental Meditation (which she practices), but I can tell them how it works for me. The book is an offering — at the end of the day, we're all responsible for [knowing] what we deserve, how we want to be treated. I embrace all the complexities about myself."
Ending each chapter with a prayer offering, starting with "Dear God…" Shriver says that the reader can put in any words they want. "I practice Catholicism, Buddhism, Hinduism … if you want, you can pray to the tree in your backyard, or it could just be a moment of silence. It's more than religion — it's inspiration and counsel."
"We were so thrilled when we were asked to host Maria Shriver for her latest book," says Carol Hoenig, co-owner of Turn of the Corkscrew Books & Wine in Rockville Centre. "She comes from such a highly respected family, and has always been a class act, no matter what life throws at her. We knew her event would be too big for the bookstore and are grateful for our relationship with Madison Theatre. We're looking forward to her interview with Larry Davidson, former host of Davidson & Co. and Writers on the Vine."
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When: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Madison Theatre, Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Visit www.madisontheatreny.org or call the box office at 516-323-4444 or visit www.turnofthecorkscrew.com or call 516-764-6000.
Details: Tickets are $25 and include a copy of her new book.


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Russian Television in Moldova: Winning Hearts and Minds
3 August 2017 By Marius Dragomir
With blistering attacks on the west and extolling coverage of Russia's head honchos, Russian TV channels are making inroads in Moldova's media market.
In a 2011 film, the Marvel Comics character Captain America has a mission to stop the mastermind villain Red Skull from using an artifact called the Tesseract as a source of energy to dominate the world. Red Skull is a character depicted as the archenemy of Captain America, the patriotic super-soldier in the eponymous movie serial. Captain America is armed with a shield that is almost unbreakable. He uses it to fight his foes; and he always wins.
Substitute Captain America with the Russian president Vladimir Putin and Red Skull with a western country and you get a sliver of the Russian television diet in Moldova, an eastern European nation with a population of 3.5 million, sandwiched between Romania and Ukraine.


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Traditionally in space sims, supply and demand are simply based on station's stock with suppliers being freelance freighters that buy and sell wares between different stations.
I want to discuss the systems of trade and how they work:
My initial idea of the trading would be a hybrid of contracts (between suppliers and demanders, transported by the supplier most likely) and freelance buying and selling.
Contracts could potentially be a set amount of specific wares delivered at intervals (I.e. an Ore Mine with a contract to a Solar Farm for 100k Energy Cells delivered weekly) with supplier behaviour varying based on player setting.
For example the settings could include things like:
- Stockpile for contract before sale to public is available
- Stockpile % of produced goods for contract, sell the rest
The issue I see with the contracts is that it potentially dries up the market for free trade, if all stations have their needs fulfilled by contracting others. Alternatively, free trade also offers a sort of 'contract-like' system where the player could simply close their station to anyone else and ship their goods out for sale manually.
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Wonders of Magic & WonderWorks VIP Combo in Pigeon Forge, TN
WonderWorks • 100 Music Rd • Pigeon Forge, TN 37863View on Map
Featuring admission to the WonderWorks attraction, The Wonders of Magic live show and the on-site laser tag center, WonderWorks VIP Combo offers a fun and interactive family experience. Guests can enjoy exploring more than 100 interactive exhibits at WonderWorks, watching live magic at The Wonders of Magic and play laser tag at the on-site facility with this exclusive package deal.
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If I purchase the WonderWorks and Wonders of Magic combo ticket do both admissions have to be used on the same day?
No, they can be used on different days. Typically, guests explore the WonderWorks exhibit and then head over to the show.
What will I find inside WonderWorks?
It's an indoor interactive amusement park for the mind. Fun for All Ages! Experience over 100 interactive exhibits for all ages. Special features include the World's largest indoor ropes challenge course, lazer-tag and Pigeon Forge magic show, The Wonders of Magic, starring master magician Terry Evanswood.
How long does it take to tour the attraction?
Allow at least 3- 4 hours but spend as much time as you like. The Wonders of Magic show is about 1 1/2 hours.
Can I bring food into WonderWorks?
No, outside food and drinks are not permitted inside WonderWorks.
Can I take pictures?
You can take pictures inside. Great photo spots in WonderWorks include: The Spacesuit, Mercury Capsule, Hurricane Simulator, Rock Wall and more!
Where can I park?
Plenty of parking is provided at no charge in the WonderWorks Pigeon Forge parking lot in front of the building.
What is the best way to dress for a day at the attraction? Is there any clothing that isn't permissible?
WonderWorks is a casual, family-oriented attraction. We suggest you dress comfortably. Closed shoes are required for our ropes course. No skirts or dresses permitted on the ropes course. Please dress family friendly.
Is the attraction wheelchair accessible?
WonderWorks is equipped with elevators for wheelchairs and strollers. Handicap patrons will be seated first for the show. The theater is equipped with ramps and has no stairs.
How is seating arranged at the theater?
There is theater-style seating for 270 people. Seats are not assigned and are given on a first come, first serve basis.
Can I exit the WonderWorks attraction and return later in the day?
Yes, tickets allow unlimited fun all day, come and go as you please.
What are the height, weight or other requirements for any of the rides?
Wonder Coaster – Must be at least 48" (4') to participate. Max weight is 250 lbs.
Ropes Course – Must be at least 42" (3' 6") with an adult or 48" (4') to participate alone. Maximum height is 80" (6' 8"). Closed shoes required. Maximum weight limit is 300 pounds.
Earthquake — Must be at least 36" (3' 0")
Astronaut Training — Max height is 6' 2", minimum height is 54". Max weight is 225 lbs. Long hair must be tied up.
Rock Climbing – Closed shoes required. Minimum weight is 40 lbs and maximum weight is 250 lbs.
360 Bikes – Closed shoes required and 58" (4' 10") tall to participate. Max weight is 250 lbs.
XD Theater — Must be at least 40" (3' 4")
Does WonderWorks serve food?
Yes, at the WonderDog Café. Take a break and pull up a chair to enjoy the fresh hand tossed pizza, hot dogs, popcorn, Pepsi products and more. The show does not serve a meal.
Is there a pre-show guests should be aware of at Wonders of Magic?
How early should guests arrive prior to the show?
Guests should arrive about 30 minutes prior to the start of Wonders of Magic.
Are visitors allowed to meet and greet the performers?
Yes. Audience members may meet the performers after the show.
Are cameras, audio or video recording allowed at Wonders of Magic?
No cameras or video allowed during the performance.
Is there an intermission during the show?
How many rows are in the theater?
There are 11 rows.


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Sharon-Lee Clark has been shaping the eyebrows of well-heeled Australian customers for over 20 years. Now she is planning a launch in Los Angeles to expand her particular style and services. To accompany the services, she has started her own line of Sharon Lee cosmetics, magnifying mirrors and brushes which she hopes to offer in stores such as Bergdof Goodman this year.
Sharon-Lee's specialty is the Brow-Wow. This is a spa treatment where she or one of her senior brow stylists explore the client's face as an artist and determine what would be the best type of brow to improve her facial qualities, enhance her beauty and her youth. For many that means a heavy tweezing so that the light can shine through their brows, as well as waxing. Another component of the technique is the color of the brow. She uses tints and stains and sometimes bleaching to achieve the perfect tone. She generally feels that many people look better with lighter brows. The point is not to have the brow stand out, but to have it enhance the eye in the best way possible. Often her sculpting ends up making the brow look longer. To implement her work, Sharon-Lee has made available long lasting eyebrow gels in different shades.
Sharon and her entourage were in town for but a few days in February. I was one of the lucky ones who had a chance to visit firsthand and to experience what the brow-wow was all about. She set up her spa in a beautiful suite of the Residences at W Hollywood. There were champagne, coffee, gourmet snacks and chips available. The team had set up two working massage-tables in the well windowed suite, so all were awash in natural light. Various guests had set appointments and there was a steady stream of young women coming and going during the time I was there.
When I heard her say that those with grey in their brows might need a total bleaching of brows before application of tint I felt a bit nervous. Why hadn't I plucked those few nasty grays before I got there? But not to worry, I was told. My grays did not fall into the important zone where they were part of the main brow. However, in my case, she felt the color of the brow was the most important thing.
My brows are not bushy so did not need much in the thinning out arena. But Sharon felt that a shade with more yellow in it to match my skin tones (which are light olive) would improve my look more than the dark brown I have been sporting. I was game, as long as my visage was not dramatically different. (After all, I had recently sprung for some new headshots and did not want them immediately outdated!) Also, as a more mature woman I have spent time over the years cultivating my look and not necessarily surrender it all to a new beauty guru on the block. However you can see from the before and after pictures I have posted, the change is subtle. I am getting used to it and think I like it.
I received a goody bag with eye brow gel (not the color recommended) and lip gel. The products can be purchased on line. Products and services are in the high price range ($300 for Brow Wow, $70 for eye gel). They are beautifully packaged with slate and crystal. My favorite is that they are said to be cruelty free.
Georja Umano is an actress/comedienne and animal advocate.
Published on Feb 27, 2012


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"Being an entrepreneur isn't really about starting a business. It's a way of looking at the world: seeing opportunity where others see obstacles, taking risks when others take refuge. Whatever career you're in or want to be in The Start-Up of You holds lessons for success."
-Michael Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg, L.P. and Mayor, New York City
"Everyone, women and men alike, needs to think big to succeed. This is a practical book that shows you how to take control and build a career that will enable you to have real impact."
-Sheryl Sandberg, Chief Operating Officer, Facebook
"Forging a fulfilling career is one of the most important–and often, most difficult–challenges in building a happy life. The Start-Up of You is crammed with insights and strategies to help each of us create the work life we want."
-Gretchen Rubin, author of the #1 bestseller, The Happiness Project
"The Startup of You" describes how to take the Silicon Valley approach to building a life: start with an idea, and work over your entire career to turn it something remarkable. In the world today, I think that the startup approach to life is necessary. This book distills the key techniques needed to succeed."
-Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter, co-founder of Square
"This great book shows that entrepreneurship is really about taking control of your life, and you don't need a big startup to be an entrepreneur – you need personal responsibility and intellectual exploration."
– Penelope Trunk, author, Brazen Careerist
"Silicon Valley revolutionizes entire industries through the way we work. It is now time to export our playbook to the rest of the world. The Startup of You is that key playbook: it will help you revolutionize yourself and achieve your own career breakout."
-Marc Andreessen, co-founder Netscape; director at HP, Facebook, and eBay
"A profound book about self-determination and self-realization. By capturing and universalizing the wisdom of successful start-up businesses, the authors provide an exciting blueprint for building a fulfilling career. Invaluable for any person who wants to be a successful entrepreneur not in a particular company but in the most important enterprise of all: one's own life."
-Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark
""The Internet has fundamentally changed the architecture of business and society. This terrific book shows you how to live, learn, and thrive in a networked world."
-Joi Ito, Director, MIT Media Lab
"Hoffman and Casnocha make a number of astute observations about shifts in the world of work…. As well as explaining network intelligence, or why your contacts' contacts may be the best source of leads about potential jobs…the book also gives numerous tips—including ones gleaned from the world of online dating—about how best to broker effective relationships.
-The Economist
"If you are starting a career, it is an excellent book for thinking through the practical issues you will face in branding yourself in what is becoming a more volatile and very different labor market"
–Tyler Cowen, Marginal Revolution.
"The same extraordinary vision and timing that enabled Reid to found LinkedIn is once again on display with his book "the start-up of YOU." His central thesis, that every individual can benefit from acting as the entrepreneur of their own life and career, has never been more important than it is in today's increasingly globalized, competitive, and networked world."
-Jeff Weiner, CEO, LinkedIn
"LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman has pulled off something extraordinary in his book-writing debut. He has challenged a well-worn idea….and replaced it with something better."
– Fortune


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"I'm going to miss saying that..."
As Meredith Vieira tossed to Ann Curry at the news desk, something she'd done countless times during her five year tenure as co-host alongside Matt Lauer, the realization that this would be Vieira's final show seemed to sink in.
"Today" sent Vieira off in epic style - with video tributes from NBC colleagues like "Nightly News" anchor Brian Williams as well as a not one, not two, but three major musical tributes - the icing on the cake being a live jaunt through the NBC offices where crew members and special guests ran alongside Vieira to Journey's "Don't Stop Believing."
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As the show progressed, an increasingly emotional Vieira admitted she's "just trying to hold it together" as she joined Lauer and Al Roker outside in the plaza, where they were surrounded by fans holding various "Good-bye Meredith" signs. Vieira's dog, Jasper, also joined the trio as it ran around the plaza.
Back inside, the entire "Today" crew - Vieira, Lauer, and Roker were joined by Curry and Natale Morales - gathered on the couch to watch a montage of highlights from Vieira's "Today" run. The video tribute combined both the comedic highlights and emotional news events Vieira experienced during her time on the show.
As if that weren't enough, Lauer then recounted an anecdote Vieira had relayed to him years earlier, revealing that she had played Carole King's "You've Got a Friend" 30 times in a row following her high school graduation. On cue, King herself entered the studio and serenaded Vieira, who sang along as best she could through the tears.
For the grand finale, Lauer donned a "Matt Hearts Meredith" T-shirt and kicked off a sprawling music number where Meredith was led through the NBC offices and joined by the entire staff and crew (all wearing similar shirts) for a lip-synched dance number choreographed to "Don't Stop Believing." Special guests including Abe Vigoda and JImmy Fallon, who supplied a hammy guitar solo. "It was unfair of us," jokes Lauer afterwards. "To make you sprint through the plaza on your last day." Lauer then admitted that he often falls on "jokes and sarcasm" when discussing Vieira because otherwise he'd "turn into a blubbering idiot."
A sobbing Vieira sat among her co-hosts and said good-bye to the show she has called home since 2006. Starting tomorrow, Ann Curry will take over as co-host alongside Matt Lauer.
"You will always, always have a spot in our hearts," said an emotional Roker. "I love you."
"I don't want to go now!" jokes Vieira following the outpouring from her co-hosts.
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Local thespians will style themselves anew next season.
Bus Barn's board of directors last week rebranded the troupe as Los Altos Stage Company, honoring the 60th anniversary of the incorporation of the city of Los Altos.
"The community of Los Altos/Los Altos Hills has been the lifeblood of the theater since its inception 18 years ago – more than 35 years, if you consider its first incarnation as the Los Altos Conservatory Theatre," said Vicki Reeder, board president. "This name change recognizes the theater's unique relationship with the city of Los Altos and the enormous contributions made by local residents to maintain this neighborhood gem for all these years."
According to a company press release, the new name celebrates Los Altos' enduring support for the local theater and "affirms our belief that cultural participation is nourished and sustained by cultivating deep roots in local communities."
The board also reported the promotion of Gary Landis to executive director and Daniel P. Wilson to associate artistic director. The press release noted that Landis will work closely with the board and oversee the theater's administrative operations and artistic programs, while Wilson will assist Landis in developing and implementing the artistic and educational programs.
"Since last year's departure of the theater's former artistic director (Barbara J. Cannon), Gary has successfully guided both the artistic and operational sides of the company," Reeder said. "Under his leadership, attendance has increased, donations have increased, and, in partnership with Dan, the quality of our productions remains outstanding."
The first season as Los Altos Stage Company is scheduled to begin in September and run through June 2014 at Bus Barn Theater (which will retain its name). The first production, "The Fantasticks," is slated to run Sept. 5-29. Look for a rundown of the entire season in a future edition of the Town Crier.
For more information, call 941-0551. The new website, losaltosstage.org, is scheduled to go live Monday, according to Landis.


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Mushroom-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin is filled with a flavorful mushroom stuffing in this pretty entree from our home economists.
Total TimePrep: 40 min. Bake: 30 min.
Makes4 servings (1 cup sauce)
- 1-1/2 cups water
- 1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
- 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)
- 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon pepper, divided
- 1/4 pound bulk pork sausage
- 2-1/2 cups coarsely chopped fresh shiitake mushrooms, divided
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
- 4 teaspoons minced fresh parsley, divided
- 3/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
- 3/4 teaspoon minced fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- In a small saucepan, bring water and porcini mushrooms to a boil. Remove from the heat; let stand for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make a lengthwise slit down the center of the pork to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open meat so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 3/8-in. thickness. Remove plastic wrap; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside.
- Crumble the sausage into a large skillet; add 2 cups shiitake mushrooms and onion. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Remove from the heat; stir in the bread crumbs, 3 teaspoons parsley, rosemary and sage.
- Drain porcini mushrooms, reserving liquid. Chop mushrooms; stir into sausage mixture along with 3 tablespoons soaking liquid. Spoon stuffing down center of pork; bring long sides over stuffing to close. Tie at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string; secure ends with toothpicks.
- Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
- For sauce, in a small saucepan, saute remaining shiitake mushrooms in butter until tender. Sprinkle with flour; stir until blended. Gradually add broth and 1/4 cup mushroom soaking liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the remaining salt, pepper and parsley. Serve with pork.
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My husband and I loved it! I did use a cheaper mushroom than the shiitake and it still tasted heavenly. The sauce makes it extra scrumptious


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With nine tightly twisted plies, Piquant Lite has incredible stitch definition and durability. The 10% added nylon makes this an excellent choice for socks. A bit thinner than the Artisan Sock yarn will broaden the appeal of this yarn for many.
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Hand launder with mild, wool friendly soap in tepid water. Lay flat to dry.
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Want to Live Longer? Eat Blueberries
By Michael A. Smith, MDblueberries not only boost brain function, but also increase life span across many species?
We already knew these "blue" packets of health were pretty amazing, but increasing longevity … now that's a surprise.
Longevity enthusiasts will be excited about these findings. Rich in anthocyanins and stilbene compounds, blueberries are quickly becoming a critical component of a science-based longevity program.
Blueberries Increase Life SpanFruit flies are popular animal models in longevity research. Why? Because they cycle through generations relatively quickly, making it easy to measure changes in life span. What researchers discovered is that fruit flies live 10% longer when fed a regular diet containing blueberry extract.1
But the findings actually show something beyond just living longer: The fruit flies show improved levels of physical activity. This translates for us as an improvement in the quality of life. Let's face it, active people feel good and people who feel good are active. It goes both ways.
After the positive results in fruit flies, researchers decided to test the effects of blueberries on other animal models, like C. elegans, a multicellular organism. This means that it goes through a complex developmental process, including embryogenesis, morphogenesis, and growth to an adult. Thus, biological information that we learn from C. elegans may be more applicable to more complex organisms, such as humans.
After administering blueberry extract to C. elegans, they lived an average of 28% longer and the maximum life span increased by 14%.2 In a second measurement of longevity, the researchers isolated an age-related protein in C. elegans. Lowering the amount of this protein is a surrogate marker of improved health. To their surprise, blueberries reduced the levels of this protein by 20%.2
The following table, published in the Life Extension Magazine, summarizes the multiple longevity effects of blueberries. The data was collected from several different research teams:
Impact of Aging
Effect of Blueberry Supplementation
Slowed response to sounds
Restoration of youthful responses.3
Wrinkling, thinning, roughness, sagging
Improved overall appearance, restoration of skin thickness; reduction in wrinkling.4
Retinal cell death from light-induced damage
Improved cell survival and reduced damage from light.5
Increased bone loss
More active bone-reproducing cells.6
So what's the bottom line? Eat and supplement your diet with blueberries if living a loner, healthier life sounds good to you. I know - longevity is not that simple. But blueberries taste great and are good for you anyway, so we stand behind that statement.
Now, make sure you only eat organic blueberries. This can be more expensive; however, organic blueberries are well worth the cost. But here's an idea. How about growing your own?
How to Grow Your Own BlueberriesBlueberry plants are shrubs and grow anywhere from 4–6 feet tall. The plant itself requires full sun exposure with moist acidic soil — a pH of 4.8 is ideal. The easiest way to test your soil is to send in a sample to your state's agriculture department. They will test it and send you the results for a nominal fee. You can try and test it yourself with a pH kit, but the results probably won't be very accurate.
If your soil's pH is too high (greater than 4.8, which means it's not acidic enough), you can add coffee grounds, pine needles or ammonium sulfate to the soil and retest. However, it's probably best to grow dwarf blueberry plants in a planter using ready-made soil with the correct pH.
When planting, blueberry shrubs need space. So plant them about 4–5 feet apart. Experts like to plant different varieties for the best yield of fruit. Put plants in 1' x 1' holes and cover the roots up to the natural soil line on the plant. You will need to mulch with bark or straw to keep the roots moist.
Do not harvest any berries the first year. Just remove all the flowers and let the shrub continue to grow. Harvesting the first year actually restricts future shrub growth. The berries will be ready to pick and eat probably when the shrub is three years old. After that, you can harvest yearly for around 5-7 years.
Now's here the best blueberry recipe: Pick, wash and eat! If you have to, add them to your favorite sprouted cereal in the morning. They're pretty tasty in Greek yogurt as well.
Tell us about your favorite blueberry recipe in the comments below!
- Exp Gerontol. 2012 Feb;47(2):170-8.
- Aging Cell. 2006 Feb;5(1):59-68.
- Neurobiol Aging. 2006 Jul;27(7):1035-44.
- J Cosmet Dermatol. 2009 Jun;8(2):147-51.
- Br J Nutr. 2011 Oct 12:1-12.
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6-29-10 Progressive Field
Another day of snagging at Progressive Field in Cleveland.
I was the first one into the stadium, and despite there being early batting practice, didn't find any baseballs on my first sweep through the sections. I also checked Heritage Park, where there was nothing.
Upon returning from Heritage Park I spotted a baseball as another ballhawk/autograph hound was picking it up. I was about five seconds too late.
Since the Indians have a new later batting practice schedule, this gave me plenty of time to search. I went up and down every row and searched for about ten minutes before finally happening upon ball #1, hidden in the shadows:
When the Indians began hitting, I would get ball #2 from Shin Soo Choo. It was a home run that I caught on the fly in center field, fully extended in this area:
Season: 266 balls (141 hit, 64 thrown, 25 device, 36 found)
Games: 40 games
Average: 6.65 balls per game
2010 Game Balls: 3
Career: 844 balls
Streak: 136 consecutive games attended with at least 1 ball snagged.
Attendance: 11,401


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3:00- 5:00 pm Egan Library 211
Present: Cathy Connor Pres. Elect , Jill Dumesnil Natural Sciences, Lynn Shepherd Library, Eric Niewohner CIOS, Yuliya Ivanova BPADM, Joe Liddle Sitka, Virgil Fredenberg Education,Not Present: Chuck Craig President, Tony Martin Career ED, Jeremy Kane Humanities, Lisa Hoferkamp Juneau at Large, Tim Ewest Ketchikan, David Noone Social Sciences , Ex Officio-Robbie StellGuests: Ernestine Hayes Humanities
1. Call to order 3:02
Announcement: Permanent replacement Senator from Humanities is Jeremy Kane (Jane had to resign Senate due to department workload rearrangement).
2. Approval of minutes of January meeting (Done ) ATTACHMENT 2.1
3. Approval of today's agenda (3 additions)
4. Assembly member's comments -later
5. Provost's comments (out of town).
6. Chairs comments/report. (out of town) see attached ATTACHMENT 6.1
7. Cathy Connor: Introduction/ discussion of Funding for Faculty Development opportunities ATTACHMENT 7.1 Discussion on Faculty Excellence Awards – perhaps an E-Biz ticket and $500.
UAS is accumulating a lot of E-Biz tickets and Robbie will investigate using some for faculty awards. Could we apply for BP Conoco Phillips or Exxon monies?
Senators should take these ideas to Departments and solicit feedback and/or new ideas for improving funding for Faculty Development.
Questions: Does the Faculty Development Seminar attendance warrant a $12,000 per year expenditure? Could/should there be a monthly meeting instead? Should the monies be spent on adjunct orientation instead?
Sentiment: Faculty Excellence Awards should be done anyway….. Faculty should be recognized for excellent work….
Issue is retention of students….There is a lot of data pointing to the fact that we are below where we ought to be with regard to student retention. We need a coordinated and focused effort to retain quality students. In 2001, UAS had a Retention Committee working on increasing our retention rate. There were some positive things happening. However, we need a coordinated effort between Student Services and Faculty. We might need to look at GERS and at courses to see about retaining good students.
Discussion of National Survey of Student Engagement data.
See article by Vince Tinto.
Student engagement
On-campus students
Distance students
46% NODSProposition: Convene an Ad Hoc (whole campus) committee on student retention.
Top 3 majors at UAS: BBA, BLA, AA General Studies
Charge: Articulate what campus entities value, research literature on student success/retention, explore what UAS does well, list and prioritize opportunities for future action.
Possible members: Student gov't member(s), Staff (perhaps Chris Wasiko and Karen Donovon), Faculty (one from each department) and a faculty chair.
9. AD HOC #8 GER Committee is held as inactive. Does the Senate want to activate it to work on GERs. Charge to committee? What, why? Mary Clair Tarlow, Brian Blitz, and Robin Walz are currently on it.
This was about alignment of GERs with other MAUs.
10. ACTION ITEM: The UA Human Resource Council is considering requiring background checks on new hires of faculty and staff and maybe on existing faculty at time of promotion. Does the Faculty Senate have a position on this matter? If so what is it?
Another item on the Alliance….. Take this back to departments.
Ad Hoc Discussions:
Performance based budgeting allocations – UAS received $800,000 in January. How are these funds being spent?
AIS Committee met. Focus is on how we use computers to teach. Committee has the ability to recommend policy…. Trying to evolve to a "blog" model where committee meets virtually…. Important issue is in installing software for academic use….
Adjourned at 5:03pm.


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2011 Predictions
The beginning of the 2011 regular season is tomorrow, so I would like to take a moment to offer my predictions of how the regular season will play out.
American League
1) Boston Red Sox
2) New York Yankees
3) Tampa Bay Rays
4) Baltimore Orioles
5) Toronto Blue Jays
I have the Rays slipping to third place after winning the division last year. I think the Red Sox have improved enough with the signings of Adrian Gonzalez and Carl Crawford that they will win the division. The Yankees will be major players as usual, but I'm not sure how much I trust their starting rotation. I have the Orioles climbing out of the cellar thanks to their overhauled line up.
1) Chicago White Sox
2) Minnesota Twins
3) Detroit Tigers
4) Cleveland Indians
5) Kansas City Royals
The AL Central was really a toss up for me between the White Sox, Twins, and Tigers. I really feel that any of those teams could capture those divisions. The Royals and Indians will bring up the rear of the division, as usual.
1) Texas Rangers
2) Los Angeles Angels
3) Oakland Athletics
4) Seattle Mariners
The only difference I have between the 2010 standings and my predictions is that the Angels will take 2nd place instead of 3rd.
National League
1) Philadelphia Phillies
2) Atlanta Braves
3) Florida Marlins
4) Washinton Nationals
5) New York Mets
How can anyone compete with the Phillies' starting rotation? Losing Chase Utley for half of the year will hurt a bit, but not enough to cost the Phillies a division title. The Braves will be strong again and finish second. I also think this may be the year that the Nationals climb out of the basement of the division, overtaking the hapless Mets.
1) Milwaukee Brewers
2) Cincinnati Reds
3) St. Louis Cardinals
4) Pittsburgh Pirates
5) Chicago Cubs
6) Houston Astros
The Reds basically have the same team as last year, so I expect them duke it out with the Brewers for the top spot. I am sick of the Cardinals, and losing Adam Wainwright for the year should darken their playoff hopes – enough for third place. The Cubs are a mess as are the Astros. The Pirates finishing fourth? I'd like to think they can win 74-75 games this year. They were 40-41 at home, and I believe the offense will be improved from the get-go. No Andy LaRoche, Jeff Clement, Akinori Iwamura or Lastings Milledge in the lineup for the first 2-3 months of this year. They've been replaced by Pedro Alvarez, Lyle Overbay, Neil Walker, and Jose Tabata, all upgrades.
1) San Francisco Giants
2) Colorado Rockies
3) Los Angeles Dodgers
4) San Diego Padres
5) Arizona Diamondbacks
The Giants are for real. I think they'll repeat. The Padres' offense suffered in the offseason, so I think they'll drop to 4th place. I like to Rockies' chances with players like Carlos Gonzalez and Troy Tulowitzski. The Diamondbacks will bring up the rear of the division.
AL pennant: Boston Red Sox
NL pennant: Philadelphia Phillies
World Series: Philadelphia Phillies win in six in a battle of two of my least favorite teams.
Agree or disagree? Your thoughts?