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State Senator Pamela Althoff voted "Present" on the ERA resolution
SPRINGFIELD - State Senator Pamela Althoff (R-McHenry) voted "Present" on the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment in the Illinois Senate Thursday. The resolution needed 36 "Yes" votes for passage. Thirty-nine senators voted yes, 11 no and 6 - Senator Althoff among them - voted "Present." The resolution now moves to the Illinois House.
Before voting, she explained her vote to her colleagues on the Senate floor:
I think of myself as an extremely strong women's rights advocate, and I sure do believe that my female constituents certainly know that to be true of me. I was a civic leader in my mayoral role and I am viewed as such in my senatorial capacity as well. I continue my community leadership role serving on human service provider boards and volunteering for every local fundraiser benefit, walk, run, bake sale, school program - what have you.
I believe women are equal to men and as such, they deserve the same rights, access and opportunities. I am proud to be a member of this General Assembly. noting that these rights are embedded in our state's constitution.
But ladies and gentlemen, let's be candid here, this resolution was introduced eight days ago, in the middle of the second to the last week of this session in an election year. If this issue were a priority to this body, with all due respect, admiration, affection and acknowledgement of the sponsor's work ethic, this amendment would have been filed and worked much, much earlier.
This action, this resolution is an absolute red herring, a distraction. A device I was taught to use in my high school debate club. As Michael Douglas playing President Shepherd in my one time favorite movie, the American President said, "We have serious problems to solve and we need serious people to solve them.
This amendment is not a serious problem in the state of Illinois. I've already mentioned that our state's constitution addresses well - very well - the right of women. And let me note, no other state has addressed ratification since the original 35 ratified in, or prior to, 1977. And since then, five have rescinded that ratification.
This is a forty year old issue. It is older than my children. Why are we, as serious people, not directing our attention to addressing serious issues that will actually benefit Illinois women today? Serious issues like how much debt each woman in this state owes, due to improperly managed taxpayer dollars and billions of dollars in debt? Serious issues like how many people - including women - are moving out of Illinois than into Illinois? Serious issues like choosing to take less pay or uprooting their children and families, disrupting their lives and looking for work outside of Illinois?
Serious issues like the state's unemployment rate, which particularly hurts women who experience longer gaps between jobs after being laid off, and who are less likely to find new jobs at all. Serious issues like how difficult it is for businesses, including women-owned businesses, to open and stay open in Illinois? Serious issues like the week's pay that has been taken away from working women every year? Serious issues like what the future of Illinois will look like for our grandchildren if we fail to address the real issues facing our state?
It has been said that this is needed - this amendment - which isn't the case. But if it is true, why hasn't it been said that fiscal reform is needed, which will help women's issues more than anything in this state? If you want to support women and give them all the opportunities in the world, then enact better fiscal policies for them and for their children.
Working women deserve better in Illinois. They deserve more than symbolism. They deserve what all Illinois citizens deserve: honest government that is actively working to put more people to work in well paying jobs in a state that is living up to its best potential.
Thank you, Mr. President.


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Montage (Review)
South Korea/2013
Format Viewed for Review: Amazon Video
Netflix Streaming: No
Amazon Prime: Yes
"...a brilliant mystery film with some shortcomings."
Fifteen years after a kidnapping case ends in tragedy, a child is kidnapped and held for ransom under similar circumstances.
Montage follows Detective Cheong-ho (Kim Sang-kung) and Ha-kyung (Uhm Jung-hwa). Ha-kyung's daughter was kidnapped and killed fifteen years ago. Ever since then, Cheong-ho has been hunting the kidnapper. However, after the statute of limitations runs out, he is forced to close the case empty-handed. It's not long until another child is kidnapped under suspicious circumstances, though. So, Cheong-ho races to catch the kidnapper while Ha-kyung does the same in her own investigation. There is a lot more to the story—some of it is predictable, some of it is surprising—but I won't spoil anything. Trust me, you want to experience this film without any spoilers. (Avoid the Wikipedia "Plot" section at all costs.) It leads to a great climax and ending.
Montage is a great crime thriller. The plot is engaging, featuring some impressive plot twists. The pieces to the puzzle fall together perfectly to create a beautifully tragic portrait of desperation. It often hops around between past and present and so on, which can make the film feel jarring and disjointed, but that issue is rare. At the same time, that non-chronological storytelling kept the plot on its toes, consequently keeping me on my toes. I wish I could say more about its final act, but it's really something you want to experience with a fresh, untainted mind. Just trust me when I say: it's fantastic. There are a few moments where the film relies heavily on plot contrivances—characters acting stupidly or unable to perform basic tasks—but those don't often hinder the main plot.
Kim Sang-hung, who was also in Memories of Murder, performed well. He didn't over or under-deliver. Uhm Jung-hwa won the Best Actress award at the 50th Grand Bell Awards for this performance. There are times in this film where she is absolutely mesmerizing. During others, I'm afraid to say, I thought she was way overdone—and that's with taking her character's circumstances into consideration. She's still good, but I didn't love her performance. The film was shot well and the music was good. The film was written and directed by Jeong Keun-seob. Jeong masterfully weaves together a twisted mystery without sacrificing character and while pulling strong performances from his cast. His storytelling is a bit rough at times, but it ultimately works out in his favor, allowing him to deliver a thrilling, unpredictable crime film.
Overall, Montage is a great film. It is a brilliant mystery film with some shortcomings. If you're looking for a dark, tragic mystery film, this is for you. If you're a fan of Korean thrillers, you especially don't want to miss this one.
Score: 8/10
Parental Guide: Some violence and blood.
Friday, December 15, 2017
Film Review: Montage (2013)
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Goods, services and facilities
You have the right to be free from discrimination when you receive goods or services, or use facilities. For example, this right applies to:
- stores, restaurants and bars
- hospitals and health services
- schools, universities and colleges
- public places, amenities and utilities such as recreation centres, public washrooms, malls and parks
- services and programs provided by municipal and provincial governments, including social assistance and benefits, and public transit
- services provided by insurance companies
- classified advertisement space in a newspaper.
Relevant policies and guides:
October 1999 - The objective of the Paper is twofold: to promote dialogue on protecting human rights in the insurance industry and to examine alternatives to current practices by obtaining input from experts, regulators and consumers. Access to insurance in our society raises significant issues about distributive justice and fairness in the public sphere, issues that have received scant attention in Canada and in Ontario where rate setting has traditionally been viewed as a private matter.
Consultation report: Human rights issues in insuranceOctober 2001 - In October 1999, the Ontario Human Rights Commission released a Discussion Paper for public consultation entitled Human Rights Issues in Insurance. This Consultation Report summarizes comments and viewpoints that were communicated to the Commission. The Report also examines possible directions to ensure human rights issues in insurance continue to receive attention in the future. A summary of relevant Code sections and selected case law is included in the appendices.
Age discrimination and transit (fact sheet)
2002 - Under the Ontario Human Rights Code, transit service providers have a legal responsibility to ensure that transit systems are accessible to all Ontarians. Many older persons depend of public transit services to go to work, to get to medical appointments, to go to the grocery store, to participate in recreational activities and to visit family and friends. Transit services that are not accessible can cause isolation and prevent participation of older persons in our communities.
Age discrimination and healthcare (fact sheet)
2002 - Under the Ontario Human Rights Code, older persons have the right to be free from discrimination in health care. This right applies to health care services and facilities including hospitals, clinics, community care access centres, long-term care facilities, home care and health care programs.
Submission of the Ontario Human Rights Commission to the Standing Committee on Social Policy on an Act to regulate retirement homesMay 2010 - Through its various consultations on age, disability, housing, and mental health, the OHRC has heard about the human rights concerns that have arisen with respect to retirement homes. For example, it has heard about retirement home providers not accommodating older residents' disabilities. It has heard about issues of heterosexism and homophobia, where gay, lesbian or bisexual people's lives were not recognized and their partners not acknowledged, or they were subjected to homophobic treatment by facility staff. Several groups expressed concern regarding the cultural, linguistic, and religious needs of older persons living in care facilities.
Sexual harassment and your education (fact sheet)
As a student, you have the right to an education where you are not sexually harassed. This includes primary, secondary and post-secondary education, and school activities such as sports, arts and cultural activities, field trips and tutoring.
Re: Submission of the Ontario Human Rights Commission on Bill 21, an Act to regulate retirement homesMay 14, 2010 - The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) supports the regulation of retirement homes across the province. However, we ask the Committee to consider specific recommendations to amend the Bill to enhance the ability of retirement homes providers to meet their obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (Code)
Recreational clubs
From: Guide to your rights and responsibilities under the Human Rights Code
Recreational clubs such as sports clubs may give different services or charge different fees to persons based on sex, marital status or family status. For example, special family rates in a community centre or women-only sections of a gym are permitted under the Code.
OHRC Insurance consultation cover letter
October 14, 1999 - Insurance practices routinely make distinctions based on, among other things, gender, age, marital status and disability. While many of these distinctions are based on valid business practices, others raise questions and concerns. These concerns relate to the existence of non-discriminatory alternatives to current practices and about respect for human rights.
OHRC submission regarding MGS Consultation: Change of sex designation on a birth registration of a minor
The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) welcomes the Ministry of Government Services' consultation regarding change of sex designation on a birth registration of a minor. The OHRC is concerned that the current government practice – which does not allow for a change of sex designation on the birth registration and certificate of persons under age 18 – is discriminatory on the basis of gender identity and gender expression.


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Talk: Desistance and Recovery
Thu 10 Mar 2016, 9am-4pm, Showroom Workstation, Paternoster Row S1 2BX
The aim of this event is to showcase some of the research being carried out at Sheffield Hallam University in conjunction with Sheffield Addiction Recovery Research Group (SARRG).Part of Social Justice Week, a joint initiative between the Sheffield Hallam University's Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice and the Department of Humanities, offering a range of events. A diverse range of agencies, individuals and organisations linked by commitment to the principles of social justice come together annually to disseminate what they have achieved and to re-affirm and build on these shared values and public commitments. The week includes a range of presentations, discussions, events and exhibitions that will engage our communities in understanding what they do around social justice, aiming to inspire participation and engagement in future events. The full programme is online hereBook your place and read more details here


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McCall 8376; ©1951; Misses' Dress & Bolero. Sleeveless dress buttons from square neckline in front down to hem. Front bodice has upper waist sections capping at shoulders, & bodice back is of one piece, high to neck. Darts at waist front & back. Skirt attaches to waist under self fabric belt, has tucks in front & three sections in back including a center panel, creating a princess seam effect. Front patch pockets. Bolero jacket is dart-fitted at front bust, and at waist front & back, has short sleeves with cuffs, and small mandarin collar.
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Inexpensive No-Sew Curtains
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They look so good! You really would never know they were sheets. And I love how they pool on the floor.ReplyDelete
I just hung two painter's drop cloths in our guestroom. Here's a picture...
- Donna HollingsworthMay 24, 2011 at 11:58 AM
Impressive! I am a fan of a good deal and especially ones that look like they cost a lot more! Way to go!!!ReplyDelete
HUH. Amazing...and something I will be doing for the guest room soon! Thanks!ReplyDelete
Nicely executed!ReplyDelete
I like that idea! And then after you replace them you can use them for actual sheets. It's a no-waste win-win solution.ReplyDelete
Oh, I am liking this idea. Baby's room (it's not so much a 'nursery' as a 'room that contains crib and junk') is half blue/brown bedding and half pink/orange curtains left over from when the room belonged to his sister. He seems to like looking at them, but I wish the room was cuter. Until inspiration strikes, maybe I'll put some brown sheets up.ReplyDelete
- Crystal HJuly 3, 2011 at 1:22 AM
Cheap, chic idea that I really like. Hope I can pull this off as well as you did.ReplyDelete
I've been trying to think up a way for cheap sheets! You've solved the mystery! Thanks!ReplyDelete
I have a light blue duvet cover with a quatrefoil thread pattern that I use as a curtain. It looks fancy since I rigged it up to move up with my mini blinds. I'm glad I'm not the only one doing this trick!ReplyDelete


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Hi readers! I'm organizing/chairing a session at the MLA conference in New York City in January 2018. This is a non-guaranteed session that is sponsored by the Children's and Young Adult Literature Forum. The call for papers is posted is below. Feel free to share this CFP widely to kidlit and queer studies scholars! ¡Gracias! … Continue reading CFP: Queer Futurities in Children's and Young Adult Literature
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Queer Time in Edmund White's [A Boy's Own Story]
Edmund White's A Boy's Own Story is a coming-of-age novel centered on the sexual awakening of a queer teenage boy in the Midwest during the 1950s. The novel discusses topics such as the corruption of innocence, the pressures of masculinity in the lives of young boys, the emergence of childhood sexuality, and the exploration of humanity through … Continue reading Queer Time in Edmund White's [A Boy's Own Story]
What is Postmodern Literature?
Defining the parameters of postmodern literature is a daunting task, due not only to disagreements about what texts can or can't be approached as postmodern, but also to the paradoxical and elusive nature of the postmodern movement. Paradoxical seems to be an effective word to invoke when approaching postmodern literature--as Barry Lewis points out in his … Continue reading What is Postmodern Literature?
Connection Failed: An Analysis of Christopher Isherwood's [A Single Man]
Failure is found at the heart of many great works of fiction. It is a common motif used to spark an emotional connection, sympathy, and at times, anger. Failure is not only the heart of Christopher Isherwood's A Single Man--is also the blood, the flesh, and the soul of this novel. Centered on a single day … Continue reading Connection Failed: An Analysis of Christopher Isherwood's [A Single Man]
Time and Cycles in Michael Cunningham's [The Hours]
Michael Cunningham's The Hours barely needs an introduction. Not only was it the winner of the 1999 Pulitzer Prize for fiction, but it is also the source of the Oscar-winning 2002 movie of the same name. Fortunately, I had not seen the movie and I knew very little of the novel's plot, so I was … Continue reading Time and Cycles in Michael Cunningham's [The Hours]


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Product Description
Very nice telescoping top cover. Our top covers are covered with long lasting worry free aluminum baked on white paint, won't rust like the others do. Our top covers have a screw on each corner to reinforce the corners when you have to pry them off. Plus, our metal is screwed on with special wafer screws to ensure the metal does not come off. A very nice top cover with a lot of extra touches.


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Salmon can be cooked in several different ways depending on your preference -- steaks and fillets are often grilled, broiled, baked and smoked, and you can even prepare it in the microwave. Meat can be stored in the refrigerator and saved for later use, but be careful when reheating the meat. Bacteria can grow in meat and decompose -- this is especially true if the meat has resided within the danger zone of 40 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Reheating the meat is not just an act to improve taste, but a process to ensure safe consumption.
Step 1
Microwave the salmon by placing it in a microwaveable container with a lid. Pull up one corner of the container to allow heat and pressure to escape. The container will create a steaming effect on the meat and help it cook faster and more thoroughly. Microwave for two or three minutes, then check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. Continue cooking in increments of a couple minutes at a time until the salmon's internal temperature hits 150 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2
Place the salmon on a baking pan and cook in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the meat's internal temperature reaches 165 degrees -- depending on the size of your salmon, the cook time may need to be increased or reduced.
Step 3
Preheat a stove top pan to medium heat. Add a small amount of cooking oil in the pan and let it heat up, then place the salmon in the pan and cook for three to five minutes per side, flipping once. Use a meat thermometer to measure the internal temperature and remove the salmon from the pan when it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Things You'll Need
Baking sheet
Microwavable container with lid
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Regular price
She's going out like that.
Wearing that.
No bother what anybody says.
Breathing fire.
Dragon Lily.
I really must remember to plant some lilies in the garden this year. Some of them, like this, are quite spectactular, and can really shout in the garden. Others are demure, elegant. I love both.
I have no idea where I took this photograph.
Fine Art Giclée Limited Edition Print on gorgeous textured Hahnemühle German Etching paper.
Available as a standard-sized 12x16" (305x406mm) print, which is what I print for exhibitions, or a 16"x24" (406x309mm) print which makes for a very large statement piece, once mounted.


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Responsibility for the strategic brand management of the Austrian Raiffeisen Banking Group (RBG) and the RBI Group rests with RBI. An important role in this is played by "Zentrale Raiffeisenwerbung (ZRW, Central Raiffeisen Advertising)", which coordinates and controls the RBG's brand presence.
ZRW was founded in 1973 as the umbrella association for the regional advertising associations of the RBG and exists to promote the economic interests and business development of all Raiffeisen banks and Raiffeisen institutions which are members of the regional advertising associations or the umbrella association. Such promotion is being provided through common communication work (advertising and PR) and creating the conditions required for this, such as carrying out market research on a national basis.
The primary objective of ZRW was and is to ensure the shared brand management for the RBG and a common advertising presence on the main marketing aspects. The achievements of almost four decades of consistent and purposeful image work are without doubt considerable: according to market research data, Raiffeisen as a banking group is presently not only outstanding in a business sense (with by far the highest customer share in the country), but also at record level in terms of image. The past few years have produced the best results to date.
In Austria, Raiffeisen is the bank with
- the highest level of awareness
- the highest level of likeability
- the most up-to-date advertising and
- the greatest sports advertising recall
In brief: Raiffeisen presently has the most successful banking advertising of any domestic bank.
Leodegar Pruschak
Raiffeisen Bank International AG
Am Stadtpark 9, A-1030 Wien
Tel: +43-1-71707-3710
Fax: +43-1-71707-2318


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Check out my Class List now up on website. I have yet to design class content so this picture is not the real thing! LOL, but it just looked a bit bare without anything, so I slung this together to make the post pretty!
Thursday, 30 August 2012
Wednesday, 29 August 2012
Invitations galore!!
I sent these invitations out to my special VIPs comprising of past Hostesses, club members and customers for a special preview evening of the Autumn/Winter catty. They had a sneak peek as to what may be in store at the preview. Want a closer look?
I am based in Fleet, Hampshire - if you're local to me and would like to sign up for classes or as a club member, you can pick up a complimentary copy of the catalogue when you attend your first session.
A class list will be going up on the website soon.
Sunday, 26 August 2012
Die Cut Divas Class
At the time of writing, I've had a frustrating morning trying to find my missing pictures so I could create my picture collages and upload them on to the blog. Having googled troubleshooting forums to find the root of the problem, I've finally cracked it and we're okay to go. Still need hubby's expertise to uninstall software I've inadvertently uploaded to fix the problem only to find it's superfluous to my needs and only serves to slow the broadband down! Arrrr!!!!
This Die Cut Divas class in June was to illustrate different ways you can use the one die. For the Framelits Labels collection we used it to make a swing card (top left), triple emboss (bottom left and middle), and mini purse (top right and bottom right). Stamp sets used were Apothecary Art, Vintage Vogue and Creative Elements.
Here we featured the top note die, showing how you can partially cut the top note to create a tri-fold card and by rotating the die create a different look as shown in the top right picture.
We used the Triple Treat Flower (a single stamp set), to act as the closing mechanism for the trifold card in Always Artichoke on the top and bottom left. The card was partially embossed with the Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder on two panels, leaving the top note part plain. The Triple Treat Flower design has two coordinating punches. The centre of the flower uses the 5 petal punch, and the whole flower coordinates with the fancy flower punch.
Oh my gosh, the summer holidays seem to be rapidly disappearing! Enjoy it while you still can.
Thanks for stopping by.
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Labels: Apothecary Art, Beautiful Wings embosslits, Creative Elements, Framelits Labels Collection, Open Sea, Top Note, Triple Treat Flower, Very Vintage, Vintage Vogue, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder
Thursday, 23 August 2012
I made this magic slider card for my friend's grandson's birthday out of a 12" x 12" piece of card stock. The aperture was cut from the Framelits Labels Collection dies.
When you pull the card out, the black outlined dinosaur floods with colour - MAGIC! The stamp set I've used is Dinoroar and the sentiment is from Petite Pairs.
Would you like to learn how to make this card? Join my card club - with a fun loving lively group of ladies who meet on the third Tuesday of each month. The class runs from 7.30 - 9.30 pm (except in August for the summer break) and I will teach you how.
At card club you learn a new technique, get to make a card using the technique and a 3D item. Classes are £8.50, but if you place a minimum order of £17.00 or more on the night, you will receive a £5.00 gift voucher toward it. So in a nutshell, I retain £3.50 to cover cost of materials and you're getting my time and lesson for FREE. I am based in Fleet, Hampshire - so if you're local to me, email me and I will furnish you with more details.
Sunday, 19 August 2012
Reason to Smile #5
This is the last of my samples for the Reason to Smile stamp set. I hope it's given you some ideas as to what you can make with it. If you haven't got the set yet, I hope it's inspired you to want to own this set! Just under 2 weeks before the offer ends.
Here's the recipe:
Stamps: Reason to Smile, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper: Calypso Coral, Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Baja Breeze
Ink: Calypso Coral
Accessories: Beautiful Wings Embosslits, Bigz Top Note, Rhinestones, Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, Calypso Coral ruffle ribbon, Enchanting brads
So do you have a favourite out of the 5? I think mine is #3 - the vellum one, but I like this one too.
Before I go, I just wanted to share this with you....
We went up to London yesterday on the hottest day of the year! We retraced our steps back to Stratford and Westfield shopping centre to get some Tees at the Team GB shop with all the Olympic paraphenalia and then took the cable car. Something we wanted to do when we went to the Olympic Park last time, but didn't have time to.
This is the Check-In on the Stratford side.
Amazing aerial views. There's the Thames Barrier in the middle of the photo - the structures in a line across the river.
I managed to take a photo inside the cable car - a lovely clear, blue sky moment, starting to descend to the other side of the river.
Aerial view of the O2 on our left - you could see the Olympic Park Stadium too in the distance, but I couldn't get a good enough picture from this distance even with the telephoto lens.
This is after our descent on the other side to catch the train on to Victoria Station and a short walk to Buckingham Palace to see the Queen's Diamonds Exhibition.
Needless to say we were not allowed to take any pictures inside the Palace and I needed proof that we'd been! The Garden Cafe is a must after the tour - they do fantastic cakes!
Pinch myself again, we've had tea twice now at Buck House - sadly not by invitation but having to pay for the priviledge. It's well worth it though. The tickets are valid for a year so that you can visit a second time from the date of your first visit, if you wish. Two for the price of one - bargain!
They say Sunday will be hotter than Saturday, so enjoy the rest of the weekend! Top up those tans! Who needs to go abroad if we have scorchers like today!
Wednesday, 15 August 2012
Reason to Smile #4
Stamps: Reason to Smile, En Francais, Curly Cute
Paper: Whisper White, Island Indigo, More Mustard, Versamark
Ink: River Rock, More Mustard, Island Indigo
Accessories: Adorning Accents Edgelits, Adorning Accents Embossing Folders, Bigz Circles #2 die, 2 3/8" scallop circle punch, 1 3/8" square punch, stamp-a-majig, mini brads, embossing buddy, white embossing powder, heat tool
Tuesday, 14 August 2012
Mixed Bunch Class
The flower was embossed in white on card stock vellum and two petals were cut to form this butterfly. The Whisper White card base was attached to a Pretty in Pink scalloped square base.
I seem to have forgotten to include this one - we made 6 cards in all so I've inserted it here. We cut through the petals to make it more fluffy and the lace border punch was just sponged on the edges to contrast against the plain white background.
We used the Adorning Accents edgelits to cut the So Saffron strip, but instead of discarding the other portion, we used it as a decorative detail on the other side of the Bashful Blue piece of cardstock.
We punched squares of Bold Brights DSP and rounded the opposite corners and matted it onto Pretty in Pink for the background. For the flower centre, we tied two lengths of Rich Razzleberry and Pretty in Pink ribbon together to add a bit of interest.
The card base is Perfect Plum and the accent colour Blushing Bride. We used the round tab punch to create the body and dropped waist, then punched a flower, folded in half to create the skirt layers.
For this final card, we stamped in Whisper White craft ink straight onto Basic Gray cardstock. To create the shadow, I followed the flower outlines with a versamark pen and overlaid with a double punched flower, one in Pink Pirouette, and the other stamped with Pink Pirouette on Whisper White card stock. The sentiment was also stamped in Pink Pirouette.
Some of you may have seen this card already as I mass produced a whole bunch of them for my team swaps.
Sunday, 12 August 2012
Reason to Smile #3
For this card, I used a technique that my fellow team mate the lovely Jane shared at our last quarterly meeting. I white embossed the outlined daisy stamp on cardstock vellum then on the reverse side (laid over a sponge mat), I used the stylus that comes with the Simply Scoring tool to make indentations following the stamped outline. This is a basic parchment craft technique. The centre of the flowers embossed on the front of the vellum were coloured in using Peach Parfait and Concord Crush markers. The card base is Wisteria Wonder.
It's hard to see in the photo. I couldn't quite catch the effect even on camera. Looks lush in real life! I cut an aperture on the front of the card with the framelits label die then adhered the vellum to the back. On a separate piece of Whisper White card stock cut 1/4" smaller all round than the card base, I stamped the daisy image using two-step stamping in Concord Crush making sure the images aligned with the vellum images (with the help of a stamp-a-majig) and adhered this on the reverse side of the vellum, concealing it.
You can see here what the inside looks like. On the back of the Whisper White cardstock on the left panel are the stamped images aligned with the vellum ones on the front. To complete the card, I then stamped more daisies inside.
Here's the recipe:
Stamps: Reason to Smile, Curly Cute
Paper: Wisteria Wonder, Concord Crush, Cardstock Vellum, Lucky Limeade
Ink: Concord Crush, Peach Parfait, Wisteria Wonder, Versamark
Accessories: Stamp-a-majig, White Embossing Powder, heat tool, Blossom Builder Punch, mat pack, stylus
Before I sign off, I wondered how many watched the 10M diving last night? So pleased Tom Daley got his medal - the weight and expectations of the whole country were on his young 18 year old shoulders and he didn't disappoint! I'm sure his Dad is looking down on him and bursting with pride - well done Tom, you did it!
I never thought I'd be so swept up with Olympic fever. DH monopolised the TV so I didn't have much choice. Besides the BBC's coverage was back to back, wall to wall, so there was no escape. Surprisingly I didn't find watching with him as objectionable as I thought it would be. Sports is just not my thing but I actually enjoyed it, especially when you were willing team GB on and they've done so well bringing home so many medals!
Will you be watching the closing ceremony tonight? How can one not?
Thanks for stopping by.
Friday, 10 August 2012
Reason to Smile #2
This colour combo is Certainly Celery, Soft Suede and Pink Pirouette. The Reason to Smile stamp set is a two-step set. This means that there are two images to complete the look - the first one is the base image which you stamp in a lighter colour, and the second is the overlaying image which you stamp in a darker colour. It is recommended that you use a stamp-a-majig to help you align the image for the overlay image. Very often I eyeball mine as it doesn't have to be precise. If you click on the photo, you can enlarge it, but the two-step stamping I did on the Pink Pirouette is not visible here but you may see it better in the bigger picture.
This card uses the round circle as a spotty background on the Certain Celery card base. I think the spot is for stamping in the centre of the daisy image.
I used the largest Framelit Label to cut the Soft Suede piece, and the next size down to cut the Pink Pirouette piece. It was scored from point to point on the framelits dies and wrapped around the card, so the back of the card mirrors the front.
This card uses the round circle as a spotty background on the Certain Celery card base. I think the spot is for stamping in the centre of the daisy image.
I used the largest Framelit Label to cut the Soft Suede piece, and the next size down to cut the Pink Pirouette piece. It was scored from point to point on the framelits dies and wrapped around the card, so the back of the card mirrors the front.
Stamps: Reason to Smile, Precious Butterflies
Paper: Certainly Celery, Pink Pirouette, Whisper White, Soft Suede
Ink: Soft Suede, Pink Pirouette, Certainly Celery
Accessories: 3/8" Soft Suede taffeta ribbon, heat & stick powder, dazzling diamonds, heat tool, Framelits Labels collection, Big Shot, Simply Score board
Hope you like it.
Hope you like it.
Wednesday, 8 August 2012
Reason to Smile #1
I promised you a sample for August's Free stamp set promotion. This stamp set can be yours FREE with a £60 purchase excluding shipping/handling or you can just purchase it at the regular retail price. Click on the top right column for promotion details for August.
Here's the recipe:
Stamps: Reason to Smile, French Filigree, Petite Pairs
Paper: Marina Mist, Whisper White, Certainly Celery
Ink: Certainly Celery, Marina Mist
Accessories: Framelits Labels Collection, Word Window Punch, Modern Label Punch, 1/8" Marina Mist taffeta ribbon
Just a reminder that our summer mini finishes on 31 August so if there are things on your wish list in the summer mini, don't delay. There are no guarantees whether or not the products in the mini will transfer to the main catty.
Just a reminder that our summer mini finishes on 31 August so if there are things on your wish list in the summer mini, don't delay. There are no guarantees whether or not the products in the mini will transfer to the main catty.
Sunday, 5 August 2012
Sunday Share
Twice now in the space of a week, I've forgotten the anniversary dates for members of my family. I missed my sister-in-law and her husband's last week and my daughter's on Friday! I am back pedalling and grovelling and made this yesterday to send to my baby girl and her hubby from stamp sets in my personal collection. So a really quick and simple card using the framelits dies which I dashed off first thing Saturday morning so I could post it asap. The front is embossed with the Adorning Accents embossing folders and the detail on the edge of the card was cut using the Adorning Accents Edgelits dies.
The inside is minimalist too. My card base was Island Indigo and I adhered a piece of Pool Party card stock the same size as the card front after I'd cut the edge off, and matted the bottom half of it with Pool Party an eighth of an inch smaller all round. One of the stamp sets you'll recognise is Confetti - with the little sprinkling of hearts - very appropriate for an anniversary card, don't you think? This is a really useful set to have as it has six background "sprinkle" images to suit every occasion.
Be warned - this post is picture heavy so for my overseas readers, here's a glimpse of the Olympic Park from an Anglophile.
My DH's company had done over 500 million GB£s worth of work (782,150,000.00 USD) on the infra-structure at the Olympic Park and felt more than a modicum of pride to see it finished and open to the public to be enjoyed by all. We had tickets to visit last Thursday and this is the Stratford Gate entrance wth the Aquadome on the left and the Olympic Stadium straight ahead.
What an amazing building the Aquadome is - seen here from the walkways. The two wings flanking the disc like roof in the middle, nicknamed the pringle (as it resembles a pringle crisp), give extra seating during the Olympics but will be de-constructed and removed after the games. Alot of thought, care and attention was given to detail. Lots of wetland planting and trees planted leaving a fantastic legacy for the nation to enjoy long after the games have finished.
Seating provided along the steps aesthetically pleasing .
Even the Queen's Royal Barge, the Gloriana, built at a cost of £1m which led the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant was moored there which we didn't expect to see.
I loved the architectural finishes .......this one on the underside of a walkway over the canal and here's a conundrum, which way up should the picture below be?
This way up....................................................????
This way.... click on the pictures to enlarge it so you can see it in more detail. I will reveal which way up it should be in another post.
Unfortunately blogger won't allow me to upload any more pictures in this post, although I have loads more in my album. I'm no sports fan, but I couldn't help being caught by Olympic fever here. There's a real buzz in London, and it's catching!
Do watch out for samples of the "Reason to Smile" stamp set in future posts. These games have certainly given me a reason to smile - even though I'm an Australian import - being married to an Englishman for more than 30 years has given me a sense of Brit pride too!
If you've stayed with me till the end of this post, thanks for stopping by - have a good week! xx
Unfortunately blogger won't allow me to upload any more pictures in this post, although I have loads more in my album. I'm no sports fan, but I couldn't help being caught by Olympic fever here. There's a real buzz in London, and it's catching!
Do watch out for samples of the "Reason to Smile" stamp set in future posts. These games have certainly given me a reason to smile - even though I'm an Australian import - being married to an Englishman for more than 30 years has given me a sense of Brit pride too!
If you've stayed with me till the end of this post, thanks for stopping by - have a good week! xx
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Our Horses
Most of the horses at Back of Beyond are rescued or retired show horses. Their riding days are over. They still, however, have much to give and many things to teach people, young and old. For the horses who call this place home, Back of Beyond offers a safe haven, a gentle hand, and a life purpose.
Our Sponsor Program
Sponsoring the care of one of our horses enables us to ensure quality care for them and offer a free Missions program to those in need. Your support will help with the cost of feed, bedding, hoof trimming, vaccinations and veterinarian bills.
Sponsor Benefits
You will be welcome to come visit your chosen horse during program hours, we just ask that you arrange the visit with us so that we can be sure to accommodate you.
Apollo rules - he is the top horse over all of Back of Beyond. He is getting older now, but even so, in his mind he is young.
He came as a boarder years ago belonging to someone else - his personality was large but his owner outgrew him and was happy to settle him at Back of Beyond.
Apollo is a great teaching horse and an excellent leader. He takes care of his herd really well and is best friends with Major. He is always up for a good brush and loves to participate in arena activities. He does not like the hose or fly spray!
Velvet came to Back of Beyond from the SPCA and right away had her foal Tilly. Velvet wanted to have her foal outside where she had lived all her life, but Cathy insisted she have the baby indoors.
Velvet has a weight issue and needs periodic medication to help her stay healthy. Velvet is really friendly and adores being brushed. She will stand anywhere, anytime to be brushed. Her fluffy mane is one of her most striking features and needs lots of brushing.
She loves being with her horsey friends and will participate in arena activities if one of her friends is with her.
Beau is really striking with his black and white coat and two blue eyes. Beau's story is a little sad. He was abandoned in a field when somebody found him and saved him. We heard about him and his situation and brought him home to Back of Beyond.
Once Beau came to Back of Beyond we found out he had really bad teeth – he'd never gone to the dentist before! Once we fixed that he flourished. He has quite the bounce in his step despite his older age (well into his twenties) and some foot issues that require front shoes.
Beau is very friendly and loves people… most of the time. He does not like to be bossed around. He prefers a gentle, respectful handler and responds to them with perfect manners.
Before Muffin came to live with us she belonged to a little girl with Autism. Muffin was a very special pony to her, however, since Muffin is so small the little girl outgrew her. So Muffin needed a new home.
Once Muffin came to Beyond of Beyond she settled right in and quickly found lots of new children her size to love her. With new children coming each year Muffin will never be outgrown again.
Muffin has Cushing's disease and requires medication every day. Left untreated she would not survive. Muffin is just like her name, cute and cuddly. She loves to be brushed and is really steady and quiet. Despite her small size Muffin is a strong contender in her herd, proving that small is mighty!
Jackson came to Back of Beyond as a retired show jumper with really sore front feet. Over the years we have him back to being barefoot (no shoes) and he is pretty happy. He is really big (17 hands) and requires a lot of extra food to maintain his weight especially in his old age. His teeth are also getting worn out with age.
He is a really friendly horse and likes to connect with one or two people instead of large groups. Best friends with Damascus. Chestnut has some skin issues that require medications on a regular basis.
He is really enjoying his retirement and has made some special connections at Back of Beyond.


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Phone-in and live auction to take place this Friday evening.Phone-in and live auction to take place this Friday evening.
The Storm Trysail Foundation is excited to announce that the Musto Company has generously offered to provide several headline auction items for the Foundation's Fundraising and Awards dinner next Friday, April 13th at the Beach Point Club in Mamaroneck, NY.
Musto, the official apparel provider to the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race, is donating at least one observer's/on-board seat for the VO65 Pro-Am Race in Newport, RI on May 17th. If the first seat is sold for more than a pre-set price, a second seat will automatically be made available. In addition, Musto will also provide a new HPX smock – the exact same one as worn by the crews! - autographed by reigning Volvo Ocean Race winner Ian Walker, who skippered Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing to win the 2014-15 race.
April 29, 2015. Leg 6 to Newport onboard Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing. Day 10. Daryl Wislang readies a reefing line as the spray is launched over his head.
For those not able to attend the dinner this Friday, the Foundation has set up a phone-in option for bidders on the Volvo Pro-Am seat. Anyone can dial in – to bid for the Volvo Pro-Am seat ONLY – at 9:45pm, Friday, 4/13/18. We suggest you call this number a few minutes early: 866-541-7585, PIN Code 2024893. You will be connected to the live auction for bidding in real-time.
Leg 4, Melbourne to Hong Kong, day 04, sunset brings building winds and easy sailing on board Vestas 11th Hour. Photo by Amory Ross/Volvo Ocean Race. 05 January, 2018.
Another featured item is a 3-4 day (long weekend) luxury home vacation in either Jamestown, RI, or Minnesott Beach, NC. These beautiful homes may be viewed at www.usa1200.com. This item is available for bids in-person at the dinner, and via our online auction as well. Other auction items have been donated by: Mt Gay Rum, Regatta Ginger beer, Soundview Millworks , Gifted of Larchmont, North Sails, MW Coastal Goods, Lemon and Lines, Team One Newport, Alex Baba-Vulic photography, Craft Beer New York, Landfall Navigation and Storm Trysail Club Block Island Race Week prints.
The public is invited to bid on these through our on-line auction at: https://stormtrysailfoundation.org/2018-auction/bfauction_plus?limitstart=0
For more information about the Foundation and Auctions, please visit: https://stormtrysailfoundation.org/2018-annual-benefit-awards-dinner-and-auction
Tickets are $275 per person, or $2,500 for a table of 10. The event will be held on April 13th at the Beach Point Club, 900 Rushmore Avenue, Mamaroneck, NY. Cocktails begin at 6:30pm, with dinner at 7:45. For more information, or to make reservations, visit https://stormtrysailfoundation.org/foundation-dinner.
About the Storm Trysail Foundation:
The Storm Trysail Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to support the education of young sailors, junior and adult safety at sea, and intercollegiate big boat racing. The Storm Trysail Foundation educates young people as they bridge the gap between learning to sail and becoming accomplished blue water sailors, through a national program of events including approximately 10 Junior Safety-At-Sea seminars a year in New England, the Mid-Atlantic, California and Michigan. For more information on these invaluable and life-saving events, contact: Lisa Schinella at or call her 646-996-3498.
Media Contact:
Ron Weiss – Chairman, Communications and Sponsorship CommitteeStorm Trysail (203) 253-4166


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LMU Study Abroad Photography Contest 2019 Rules
1. Entrants submitting photographs for the contest must be a Loyola Marymount student, alum or visiting student who participated in a Study Abroad program in 2018. This includes Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters of 2018.
2. Entries must be the original work of the student taken while studying abroad.
3. Entries must be submitted using the online entry form on the Study Abroad website by January 30 at 11:59 PM.
4. Categories of entry include: 1) Lions Abroad 2) Cross-Cultural Experiences 3) A Day in the Life 4) The Apple of my Eye 5) The Art of the Selfie
5. Each entry should contain the following information: a) Title of photograph b) Name of photographer (first and last) c) Date and location of photograph d) A short (1-3 sentences) description of the photograph e) Photo contest category f) Study Abroad program attended g) Entrant's contact information (telephone number, e-mail address)
6. Students may submit two photographs in any or all of the five contest categories. Only two entries per category will be allowed.
7. The top four or five entries in each category will be voted on by the LMU community.
8. One Grand Prize winner will be selected. The Grand Prize winner will receive a prize of greater value than the prizes awarded to the runners-up.
9. Prizes: Winners will receive gift cards to businesses to be determined.
10. Entries will be judged by the Study Abroad Staff and the LMU community. Entries will be judged on artistic expression, creativity and originality, and the quality of the image. All decisions of the judges are final. The contest organizers reserve the right to disqualify entries which do not conform to the stated contest rules and criteria.
11. Winners and runners-up will be announced on the Study Abroad website and Facebook page the week after voting occurs. Contest winners and runners-up will be notified by e-mail.
12. Photos will be displayed on the Study Abroad website, the LMU Study Abroad Facebook & Instagram fan pages and in the Study Abroad office. Select photos will be used in future LMU Study Abroad promotional materials, possibly including LMU Magazine.
13. Winning photos will be displayed during an informal ceremony held in or around the Study Abroad Office or at another location on campus.
14. Entries may not contain the following: alcohol, drugs, or any kind of illegal or inappropriate behavior. Entries that contain any inappropriate material will be disqualified.
15. By signing and submitting the entry form, entrants are agreeing to grant the LMU study abroad program the absolute and irrevocable right and permission to use, re-use, publish, and re-publish the photographs in displays related to the contest; in LMU study abroad printed and electronic publications and in conjunction with any copyrighted matter, in any and all media now or hereafter known for illustration, promotion, art, advertising and trade, news, informational and educational purposes and to copyright the same, under its original name or otherwise. The student thereby releases and discharges the University from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of the photos, including without limitation any and all claims for invasion of privacy.
16. Deadline for entries: Wednesday, January 30, 2019, 11:59 PM
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What Is a Re-aged Debt?
A re-aged debt or account is a debt that contains altered dates of activity and as such no longer adheres to the fair credit reporting act guidelines.
The reporting period is regulated by Section 605 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Each debt has an established time period that it may appear on a consumer's credit report before disappearing forever. The date is dictated by the date of last activity, which is the date the debt first went delinquent plus 180 days.
The date of last activity is reported within a creditor trade line to allow the consumer to see exactly how much time is left before a bad debt can no longer be reported. When an old debt is re-aged, however, the date of last activity is altered by the creditor. This results in the trade line remaining within a consumer's credit history for much longer than the allotted period.
What Causes a Debt to Be Re-aged?
In many cases, collection agencies and debt collectors do not acquire accurate information about a consumer. In these cases, the date of last activity may be set for whenever the account is acquired. Individuals should not automatically assume that all re-aged debts are due to a collection agency attempting to skirt FCRA law. In many cases, the information is missing or the re-aging of the debt is a genuine mistake on the part of the debt collector.
Intentional Debt Re-aging
In some cases, however, collection agencies will intentionally re-age a debt. This is evidenced by Batey v. Anderson, Crenshaw & Associates. One of the many claims Denise Bailey made against the collection agency was re-aging of the original debt, which was no longer within the Federal reporting period. Some of the reasons a debt collector may re-age a debt are:
- Consumer cannot be found or contacted. Debt is re-aged to remain on the credit report in the hopes that this will make the consumer aware of the debt and he or she will then pay.
Intentional Debt Re-aging (Cont.)
- The longer a debt appears on a credit report, the more likely an individual is to attempt to apply for a mortgage loan during that period. Mortgage lenders commonly require
- Collection agency may hope that the consumer will pay the debt out of frustration in order to make it disappear (it doesn't).
- To confuse the consumer as to the accurate debt collection statute of limitations. This may make a default judgment easier to obtain in court.
Unfortunately for consumers, intentional debt re-aging may be difficult to prove in court.
How to Have a Re-aged Debt Removed From a Credit File
If you have maintained original records of the debt's delinquency, this makes for excellent backup documentation.
1. Locate any original documentation of the debt from the original creditor you posses. If you possess old copies of credit reports, this is an excellent source for the information.
2. Examine your current credit reports. Look for the original creditor. If the original creditor no longer appears, this means that the reporting period for the original account has likely expired and all evidence of the debt should subsequently be removed.
3. Write a letter to each credit bureau that is reporting the debt requesting the incident be
investigated. Include any backup documentation of the claim including:
- Lack of original creditor within credit file
- Old credit card statements of delinquency
- Previous copies of credit reports showing the legitimate date of last activity for the debt
- Wait. The credit bureau has 30 days to investigate the validity of each consumer claim. If the information cannot be verified by the collection agency reporting the debt, it will be removed.
What to Do if a Credit Bureau Will Not Remove the Debt
Consumers have several steps when inaccurate information is being reported to their credit reports and the creditor reporting the inaccuracy along with the credit bureaus fails to remove or correct it.
- File a complaint with the state Attorney General (consumers cannot sue credit bureaus, but an Attorney General can).
- File a formal complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.
- Take Legal Action:
A. Attorney Demand letter—Have a letter drafted from an attorney to the creditor /
collection agency with supporting documentation pointing out the violation of the
Fair Credit Reporting Act. (Improve My Credit USA recommends Legal Shield as a
great affordable option for legal services. You can find information on the IMC USA
Home page about Legal Shield under "Protect.")
B. File a lawsuit against the collection agency. Often, a collection agency would
rather remove inaccurate information than fight a losing battle in court.


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Since our inception in 2008, Health Consumers Queensland has seen, and supported an increase in the skills and confidence of health organisations, consumers and carers across the state as they embrace and embed consumer and community engagement into their everyday practice.
This acceleration has been particularly evident in recent years, with consumer engagement evolving more systemically into meaningful partnering that is making significant changes to the way services are designed, delivered and evaluated in health organisations across Queensland.
Good consumer engagement is best cultivated with patience, trust and respect, helping the right partnership to bloom and create the best possible healthcare system for all.
With the implementation in early 2019 of Version 2 of the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality National Standards likely to spur on another growth period for consumer engagement, our 2018 Annual Forum will be an important opportunity to be part of the conversation about meaningful partnering, and how we can all play a part in driving the evolution of consumer engagement.
This category recognises how a service and an organisation have meaningfully partnered with health consumers and carers to collaborate to create that leads to better health outcomes and demonstrates the drive, growth and commitment to ongoing partnerships.
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Awarded to Carolyn Wharton, Partner and Consumer, and Suzanne Michaels, Change Manager, Caboolture Hospital.
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Another feather in cap – Osmania graduate Viji Murali named CIO of US varsity
An Osmania University, Hyderabad, graduate Viji Murali, has been named chief information officer and vice provost of Information and Educational Technology at the University of California, Davis.
Murali, an IT veteran in higher education, is coming to Davis from Washington State University, where she has served as vice president for Information Services and CIO for the WSU system since 2007.
She succeeds Pete Siegel, who left UC Davis a year ago. Professor Prasant Mohapatra has served as interim vice provost and CIO in the meantime.
She received a bachelor's degree in biology and chemistry from the Women's College at Osmania University, India (1975), and a master's in organic chemistry from Osmania's College of Science (1977).
She then joined the Regional Research Laboratory, affiliated with Osmania, and worked there toward a doctoral degree in organic chemistry until 1981.
She worked for the University of Arizona for 11 years, first in the College of Education as a systems administrator; and then in the Centre for Computing and Information Technology as a programmer, a principal and project lead, computing manager and as director of systems management.
From there she went to Western Michigan University, as vice president for Information Technology and CIO, 1999 to 2007, before joining


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After the 50 days of the announcement of the note ban or the cease of the legal tender of currency notes in the country, Reserve Bank of India(RBI) believes the reason behind the sudden cease of the legal tender can't be made public.
Responding to the RTI request filed by activist Venkatesh Nayak,the RBI refused to disclose the minutes of the crucial meetings of central Board of directors on the issue of demonetization citing section 8(1)(a) of the transparency law.
The monetary policy regulator also refused to give any details about the time it will take to replenish the currency notes. In response to RTI query questioning the date of note replenishment, RBI said" The query is in the nature of seeking future date of event which is not defined as information as per section 2(f) of the act.
The section states, "Information, disclosure of which would pre-judicially affect the sovereignty and integrity of India, the security, strategic, scientific, or economic interests of the state, relation with the foreign state or lead to incitement of an offence."
Denying the information sought in the RTI application, the RBI didn't give any reasons as to how exemption would apply in the given case as the decision was already taken and there was no way that disclosure of information would have fit in any of the reasons citied in section 8(1)(a) of the RTI act.
Lets learn about RTI act 2005 section 8(1)(a) and section 2(f)
RTI act section 8(1)(a) states that information would not be rendered if:
information, disclosure of which would pre-judicially affect the sovereignty and integrity of India, the security, strategic, scientific or economic interests of the State, relation with foreign State or lead to incitement of an offence'
RTI act section 2(f) states the meaning and type of information
INFORMATION means any material in any form, including records, documents, memos, e‑mails, opinions, advices, press releases, circulars, orders, logbooks, contracts, reports, papers, samples, models, data material held in any electronic form and information relating to any private body which can be accessed by a public authority under any other law for the time being in force;
Former central information commissioner Shailesh Gandhi told PTI-" The clause of public interest would apply where exemption clause applies on the information sought by an applicant. In the present case, the information sought doesn't attract any exemption clause."
He said law is very clear that when a public authority rejects to disclose an information it must give clear reasons as to how the exemption clause would apply in the given case. Recently, it had refused to allow to access to minutes of meetings held to decide on the issue of demonetization of Rs 1000 and Rs 500 notes announced by Prime minister Narendra Modi on November 8.
After the hit of demonetization that has almost impacted the entire population of the country, if common citizens are denied of the reasons, then it would be against the spirit of the RTI Act.
BallotBoxIndia faced similar response for query filed over Gomti riverfront development. Ballotboxindia had filed an RTI requesting Uttar Pradesh irrigation department over the ongoing Gomti Riverfront Project was turned down with a denial to grant information. In their response , Irrigation Department mentioned that the asked information is a part of commercial confidence, intellectual property or trade secrets (under Section 8(1)(D)) of RTI.
No matter how trivial is the information, RTI requested is either rejected with baseless reasons or in most cases not answered. In our article on the necessity of digitization in RTI , through our research we had found that 64% RTI are not answered. Filing an RTI is another time and money consuming effort that may or may not ensure desired response. If in some cases it does, it is either rejected or returned with undesired responses. With over more than 10 years of the enactment of the RTI the state CICs have not been able to provide a transparent system of RTI.


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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tia Presley scored 21 points and Washington State edged Southern Cal with a late run for a 79-75 win Friday.
USC led 71-69 before Washington State (12-9, 6-3 Pac-12) put together a 8-1 run, capped by Dawnyelle Awa's three-point play with 22 seconds left for a 77-72 lead.
Ariya Crook made a 3-pointer with 18 seconds left to bring USC (14-8, 7-3) within 77-75. But Lia Galdeira grabbed an offensive rebound off a missed free throw with 14 seconds remaining, and hit both of her free throw attempts as Washington State held on.
Presley scored 10 of her 21 points from the free-throw line and had six assists. Awa had 12 points and Shalie Dheensaw added 11 points and 11 rebounds. Galdeira and Taylor Edmondson had 10 apiece.
Cassie Harberts scored 24 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead USC. Crook and Brianna Barrett each scored 15.


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4 Immediate Benefits to Using a Medical Answering Service for Your Dental Practice
1. No More Missing Calls
When your busy phones are interfering with your office staff's ability to properly help your in-office patients, the answering service can pick up the overflow ensuring that your calls are answered by a live operator and aren't sent to voicemail. This also has the added benefit of increasing productivity as your staff is freed up to dedicate themselves to other responsibilities.
2. After Hours Emergency Live Answer
Another benefit to having an answering service is preparing for the unexpected. As you know, a dental emergency can occur anytime, day or night. It is important to both you and your patients that they are able to reach someone at your office around the clock for information in case of emergency.
3. Call Screening for Real Emergencies
Having trained medical answering service operators fielding your calls after hours, will not only keep your direct private number private but will help screen your calls for the real emergencies that cannot wait for the office in the morning. You can have all non-emergency calls held for morning while the urgent calls will be forwarded to your private number for immediate response.
4. Cost Savings
Whether you have a small office or a fully staffed dental practice with multiple practitioners, employing a full-time receptionist dedicated exclusively to answering your busy phones can seriously impact your bottom line. Outsourcing your calls to a trained medical answering service with virtual receptionist services will immediately profit you as you save thousands of dollars annually.
If you've been on the fence about hiring an answering service for your medical practice, today's the day for you to give it a try. With our Free Trial for all dental practices you've literally got nothing to lose!
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John Calhoun
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11/28/2018 09:07:11 am
I know I always feel more appreciated as a customer when my calls are answered by a live person instead of a voice mail. I can see why having a live operator can also free up other employees and staff like you said. This would be especially helpful for a hospital and dentist so the doctors can focus on their jobs.
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Both the City of Pilot Point and Waste Connections encourage you to recycle by placing recyclable materials in your blue recycle cart. The cart should be placed by 7:00 AM at the edge of the driveway at the road with the lid completely closed with the handle facing the residence. Parked vehicles and other obstacles should be at least 3 feet from the cart, these obstacles include:
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Food or beverage cans. No Aerosol cans, no aluminum foil, and no paint cans.
Brown and white cardboard of any kind.
Glass (bottles and jars only)
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- China
- Light bulbs
- Television tubes
- Window glass
- Junk mail
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Plastics: Number 1 through Number 5 and Number 7 are now being collected. No Styrofoam.
(No hazardous household waste.)
The following items are NOT recyclable:
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- Paper Towels
- Pizza Boxes
- Polystyrene Foam
- Styrofoam
- Tissue paper
- Auto glass
- Ceramics
- China
- Light bulbs
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- Aerosol cans
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In an effort to improve the grade of recycle refuse, a penalty fee of $15.00 will be applied to all recycling that is 10% or more contaminated.


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Weekend guide for 10-17-2014 to 10-19-2014 by the Hauntmistress
It's the third weekend in October and that means it's time to hit up pumpkin patches and haunted houses if you haven't already. But if that's not your thing, there are plenty of other fun activities happening. Here are our Top Picks!
Wednesday through Sunday the kids will love Candle Lighters Ghost House in Fremont. This year's theme is Vampire Cruise Line. There is also a midway of games, caramel apples, a country store, and delightful food treats!
In Santa Rosa on Thursday through Sunday you can watch a live stage production of The Addams Family. The play also runs Friday through Sunday in Martinez, where they encourage you to dress up for the musical performance and enter the nightly costume contest. Or if you're in the mood for the movie, Oakland Movie in the Park on Friday is scheduled to show the PG-rated movie.
While you're in the North Bay stop by Rohnert Park's Blind Scream Haunted Houses. Take a walk through the dark in Blackout; terrorize your senses in Carnicus; and journey through Swamp Shack where voodoo never escapes you.
Also Thursday through Sunday, the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton hosts Pirates of Emerson featuring six haunted attractions, games, entertainment, and more!
On Saturday and Sunday in Suisun you'll enjoy the Western Railway Museum Pumpkin Patch Festival. Take a train ride to the pumpkin patch where you'll also find a hay bale fort, food, tractor rides, music, and more!
On Saturday more than 50 Bay Area artists and crafts people will display and sell their creations at the Noe Valley Harvest Festival in San Francisco. There will also be non-stop entertainment and activities for adults and kids, including live bands on two stages, a pumpkin patch (free for the kids!), two jumpy tents, balloon artists, face painters, a henna artist, a dog costume contest, a kid's costume contest, and a dunk tank!
In Sausalito on Saturday and Sunday the Discovery Museum Goblin Jamboree invites you to experience the Museum transformed into a spooktacular Halloween wonderland complete with a witches and wizards school, pony rides, petting zoo, live entertainment, and more.
If all of this fun doesn't make you excited about the Fall, then check out our map of pumpkin patches and haunted houses or our Events Calendar. There are many more activities happening around the extended Bay Area!
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This homemade costume for families entered our 2014 Halloween Costume Contest.
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Club Aontroma chairman Niall Murphy is fighting for his life after contracting the coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
We think we'll be hearing plenty more about Ronan McElligott...
Cavan and Mayo have become the latest counties to open their doors to the HSE in the battle against Covid-19.
There is a lot of love for Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh on Twitter after his appearance on last night's Late Late Show...
One of the highlights of social distancing has been the various sports stars who have taken to social media to show and share their talents, and from a Ladies Football point of view, Cork's Orlagh Farmer has excelled.
The Camogie Association Congress scheduled for the start of April has now been postponed.
Back in 2005 a PS2 game for Gaelic Football was all the rage, even if it wasn't all that great.
The GAA has encouraged clubs to work together with retailers to help support the vulnerable and isolated during the Covid-19 emergency.
The closure of GAA pitches and walking tracks this week, while completely understandable, has highlighted how important the facilities are to communities.
Dublin Ladies footballer Siobhán Killeen has revealed that she's tested positive for Covid-19 - and has urged people to abide by expert advice in the fight against the coronavirus.
The modern game has, in general and sadly so, seen the demise of the high fielder
There is no end to the skill of Longford's Mickey Quinn.
While hoping to see the 2020 championships completed this year, the GAA have admitted that a change in championship format could be on the cards.
The GAA has requested that all club facilities be off limits due to the growing concerns of Covid-19.
It is thought increasingly likely that the 2020 Allianz Football League will not be completed.
The Offaly minor hurling squad have put together a brilliant video urging everyone to follow HSE guidelines in the fight against Covid-19.
The 30-second right and left foot solo challenge looks easy but doing it at speed takes a lot of skill.
Following an announcement from Taoiseach Leo Varadkar this afternoon, the cancellation of all sporting events in Ireland has been extended from March 29 to April 19.
The LGFA have announced that the Lidl National Leagues will not be concluded this year and won't be completed.
March 24 2007 saw history made as the first ever soccer game was played at Croke Park.
Westmeath and Tipperary have joined with a number of other counties in postponing all GAA activities until the end of April.
Can you name the current captain of each of these counties in hurling? We've given you 3 minutes to guess as many as you can!
AFL clubs have agreed a 50% pay cut for players after the season was suspended after two rounds due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Illustrator Damien Quinn has compiled a free and downloadable 20-page GAA Heroes Colouring Book that will go down a treat!
O'Neills sportswear will immediately start manufacturing scrubs for the Health and Social Care Trusts.
With all GAA activities currently postponed until March 29, a further announcement is expected this week with the suspension likely to be extended to the end of April.
There are plenty of GAA skills doing the rounds as players try to keep busy yet respect social distancing.
Take this quiz to see how well you remember the 2010 season. It was an eventful one to say the least!
Limerick's LIT Gaelic Grounds joins a growing list of GAA grounds being used as 'drive-thru' Covid-19 testing centres.
At the heart of the fight against the Covid-19 outbreak have been the medical professionals in our hospitals and surgeries. In the very front line is Galway star Tracey Leonard.
The Munster Council have pushed back the start date of the provincial MFC by two weeks and admit that decisions on the championships format will have to be taken.
Skill challenges are a brilliant way of keeping busy during self isolation.
Live games might just be a memory at the moment but TG4 have put together a menu of brilliant matches to catch up on over the coming weeks.
Sportswear firm O'Neills has had to let go 750 staff from their Strabane plant on a tempoary basis until May 5 due to a downturn in business because of Covid-19.
GAA players and coaches have been taking to social media creating fun challenges for their followers to try.
The Irish Rugby Football Union have announced that their domestic rugby season is ending with immediate effect and no further games will be played in the 2019/2020 season.
We'll be putting your GAA knowledge to the test over the next couple of weeks with our tricky quizzes. Let's see how well you do with matching these clubs with their counties!
Mayo GAA are proactively engaging with their clubs and have moved to help them during the Covid-19 emergency by suspending all club levies for two months.


text: Bob Humphrey The 10 Best Deer Hunting Spots for 2018 Our expert picks a top 10 list of deer hunting destinations for 2018. After waiting years for a once-in a lifetime hunt, where should you go this fall? Using the three following sources, I've compiled my list of the top ten deer hunting destinations. The annual Whitetail Report from Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) provides a comprehensive overview of recent harvest trends. Dr. Joel Helmer updated his analysis of data from the Boone & Crockett and Pope & Young Clubs to incorporate records from up to 2005. As a certified wildlife biologist and experienced hunter, I've been studying whitetail trends for nearly four decades.In no particular order, here are my top 10 for 2018.Deep in the HeartIt would be hard to exclude Texas from almost any kind of top 10 whitetail list. Despite being among the higher states in terms of percentage of yearling bucks in the harvest, albeit at a measly 23 percent, it also comes in at number five in terms of highest percentage of 3½-plus bucks in the buck harvest, not to mention first in total antlered buck harvest at 399,487. And that's up from 290,590 the previous year (a 37-percent increase)! Besides, hunting there is a unique experience that's on every true whitetail enthusiast's bucket list. Texas also blows away the competition in terms of antlerless harvest with 322,557 so you may as well bag a freezer filler or two while you're there. If cost is a consideration, look into a management hunt. OK Western Oklahoma perpetually makes my list, largely as a personal bias. It doesn't make any of Helmer's lists but does show up in the QDMA report in fourth place (up from fifth last year) for highest percentage of 3½ or older bucks and the lowest percentage of yearling bucks in the harvest. Unlike many midwestern states, it's largely an under-utilized resource. Less pressure means more mature bucks. You'll want to hire a guide, but on well-managed land and under favorable weather conditions, you should see plenty of bucks with a legitimate chance at something really nice if you're will to hold out. OTC licenses and outfitted hunts are reasonably priced.AR U Sure?Arkansas doesn't make any of Helmer's lists either, but continues to score high with the QDMA and a fair number of deer hunters. It came in at number one in terms of lowest yearling buck harvest and number two for highest 3½-plus bucks. It also has a pretty robust overall buck kill at 94,794. Archers can hunt nearly five full months, and the statewide bag limit is six deer, including two bucks. It's such a sleeper state I'm not even sure what type of infrastructure there is in terms of guides and outfitters, but there is plenty of public land. Either way, you'll have to do your homework, and a good place to start is at the Game and Fish Commission website.Over the RainbowKansas is another perennial favorite for a range of reasons. It ranks a somewhat middling 8th for combined B&C and P&Y Whitetails from 1830-2001, 7th from 1980 - 2001, but jumps up to 3rd for P&Y entries from 1980-2001 and 5th as of the 2009-2010 recording period. Meanwhile, it hasn't made the QDMA's list, but only because they didn't provide data. And I can personally attest the quantity and quality of big bucks is remarkable. The toughest part might be passing up 140s and even 150s waiting for something bigger. Licenses are relatively affordable with high odds of drawing. Bowhunters probably have slightly better odds of making the book, but I wouldn't pass up a gun hunt.Don't Make me IL Continuing with our "one or the other but not both" trend, Illinois didn't make any of the QDMA's "Top" lists again, but ranks number one for P&Y and combined P&Y and B&Y entries for the 1980-2001 period. And I would imagine it's near the top for more recent years as well. Furthermore, those areas that were hit hard by the 2012 HD outbreak should be fully recovered, and a growing herd always has more, healthier animals. The downside is it's no secret. Outfitted hunts aren't cheap and some areas are over-hunted so again, do your homework. Get several references and contact them.I Owe A LotJust northwest, Iowa too doesn't make the QDMA lists, but nobody cares. It consistently ranks number one or two for trophy book entries. And this is in a state where the locals regular do deer drives, which educates deer, disrupts their natural movement patterns and leads to a higher proportion of younger bucks being shot. It's a lottery state that make take several years to draw in. Odds of drawing are toughest in southeastern and northeastern zones but if you're going to wait you may as well wait for the best.Oh, Really?Ohio is another state where we overlook the books. It doesn't make the QDMA's lists and is middle to low on Helmer's. But all things considered, I believe it offers some of the best potential for a serious eastern whitetail enthusiast looking for a DIY trophy hunt. Over-the-counter licenses are relatively inexpensive and the southeast region contains a good mix of both sizable public lands and smaller private parcels. Obviously, your odds go up significantly hunting on well-managed private land with an outfitter. Gonna Miss YouMississippi has very quietly been gaining a reputation as one of the leading southern whitetail states, owing to rich Delta soils as well as a proliferation of conservation-minded sportsmen devoted to the QDM ethic. As a result, it came in number two in terms of lowest yearling buck kill and not for the first time, number one in terms of highest percentage of 3½-plus bucks. Granted, most of the data driving those rankings comes from well-managed private land, but chances are, that's where you'll be hunting. Do a little research and look for areas with the best soils, which promote better antler growth.Back Door, ManWith very little exception, trophy bucks could occur almost anywhere in good whitetail range and habitat. Clearly, some places are better than others, but hunting locally gives you the decided advantage of being able to spend far more time gaining access then scouting the land and the deer on it. You may have to adjust your expectations based on what's available for your particular area, but the DIY aspect makes any good buck that much more rewarding.A W is a WDespite the having the highest percentage of yearlings in the buck harvest and holding the number two spot for lowest percentage of older bucks, and having tremendous hunting pressure, Wisconsin still ranks among the all-time, and recent leaders in terms of trophy buck records. It also dominates the list of top-50 deer hunting counties nationwide with 26 counties, Buffalo being the highest in the nation with 520 entries. OTC licenses and public land hunts offer legitimate odds but I'd still go with an outfitter if I wanted to shorten my odds for a wallhanger. GET THE NEWSLETTER Join the List and Never Miss a Thing. Sign Me Up


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I had an old door sitting in the shop for what seemed like forever. I don't remember where it came from, or when I got it but odds are pretty good that I saw it laying near a dumpster in an alley and I brought it to the shop. There isn't a huge amount of salvageable lumber in those old doors, but they come in handy from time to time.
For example, the rails and stiles are almost always douglas fir, which is a pretty decent softwood. And, it can be pricey to buy it new.
The panels are almost always solid wood, and those come in handy when I need to build a quick box in the shop to hold scraps, tools, hardware, etc.
The doors almost always have multiple layers of paint, and that paint is almost never the same color from one door to the next. I use that painted door "skin" for veneering random stuff from headboards to cutouts of various shapes and sizes.
Granted, it takes a little bit of work to get to the usable material in the old doors that have been thrown out, and I don't make a habit of bringing too many doors into the shop, but having one or two on hand can make for a decent rainy day project. And, if I really feel like looking around, I can always find one being thrown out...which means they don't cost any money to buy.
Similarly, on more than one occasion I've had a client tell me they have an old door - usually from a house with sentimental value that got demolished for one reason or another - but didn't know what to do with it. There are a lot of ways to reuse old doors, either leaving them kind of as-is, or carving them up, salvaging the lumber and building something with what's underneath the surface.
Anyhow...I had this old door laying around the shop and I was tired of bumping into it. There's usually enough lumber in an old door to make the legs and apron for a small table, and I have plenty of other reclaimed lumber in the shop that would make a suitable table top, so...I figured that's what I'd build: a small entry/hall/sofa table, using the wood from the reclaimed door for the frame and some reclaimed 2x4s for the top.
It wasn't an exercise in check-out-my-technical-woodworking-chops so much as it was a project in taking a pile of things literally headed to the landfill and building something halfway decent. That said, it was the first time I'd gone with the reclaimed douglas fir frame + reclaimed framing lumber top, and I wasn't thrilled with the resulting look. But it was still a pretty fun project, and definitely a little different from building big, beefy tables and dealing with larger lumber like I've been doing lately, which made it a nice change of pace.
This is one of those builds I had the time to film, so I cobbled about 70 individual clips together and condensed them down to 15 minutes, which is never easy. I could have probably made 3 or 4 videos from this build and gone into more detail about the mortise and tenon joints, or the router, or the jig I threw together pretty quickly to cut the tapered table legs...but I get a headache just thinking about editing all that video, so 1 lengthy, fast-paced video it is.
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text: I keep reading on these forums about how bad the Tesla navigation is and I'm wondering how bad it really is. I'm asking this question in the ANZ section as we often get the rougher end of the pineapple compared with the US and Europe. I have an Italian car with some off-the-shelf navigation system that pretty much sucks. It sometimes doesn't know where I am and offers some bizarre suggestions about how to get to places, particularly in the city. But that's not why people buy that particular car so it's OK. Marge has a Lexus with a pretty incredible navigation system. It's probably not quite as good as, say, using Google or Apple maps, but it knows about traffic snarls, accidents, road closures, etc, and reacts to changes in information and suggests alternate routes while driving. It looks good too. So, how bad is the Tesla NAV really?


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Virtual Sabbath School
Do you have trouble getting your parents out the door to make it to church in time for Sabbath school? We are trying something new to help. An Online classroom, where we can chat via text message, share web pages/media and ask and answer questions. Please follow the link below to visit our classroom.
10/15/2016 Youth Sabbath School Class
Newberg Adventist Youth Group
We're going to do it again!! May 24th, we are going to have a bonfire and then the youth are going to be locked into the church for an all night movie night. We will be showing the most popular Disney movies and have an assortment of no so healthy foods. Bring sleeping bags and pillows to pad the hard floor. Fire will start at dusk until it burns down, then inside for movies. The requested menu is Pizza, gummy bears, Monster and Ice Cream. So bring the antacids and join the fun. Bonfire is open to everyone but 13 and over for movie night please.
Thank you to everyone that helped put the bonfire together and everyone that came. I think it turned out well and was fun. I think the bonfire should become an annual event to kick off our churches new calendar. We had to make some last minute compromising to accommodate other events, but in the end it worked out well. Thanks to our resident pyromaniac (Ryan), we had a great fire. We used up a whole bag of marshmallows and some of the kids had smores for the first time ever. Next year we may need to make a separate fire for marshmallows… the main fire was too hot to get close to. We all felt a little of what Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego might have felt.
There were a lot of great ideas for activities and for fund raisers. Keep an eye out here for events as we get them planned. Anyone interested in getting involved with youth group to support or participate, please send me an email with your information and how you would like to be involved. I will put lists together to keep everyone informed. My email is firstname.lastname@example.com
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Our Mission
The purpose of life is to serve God and our fellow man. The goal of our youth group is to reach out to the community and show the character of Jesus to the people we meet. We hope the side effect will be that our youth gain a solid foundation to have faith in God.
Our Plan
To achieve our mission we plan to hold community events to help the community and earn money to support the youth activities. We plan to have an engaging Sabbath school class, offering a safe environment to share opinions, staying in touch through the week and utilizing current technology. We hope to train and encourage youth to lead not only Sabbath school but worship service as well.


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Mon, 26 September 2016
Mia Marchant runs Futurhorse Productions and is a podcast editor. Mia chats about landing the gig working for the Anna Faris podcast Unqualified and other podcast, our love of CW's superhero shows, animation, and much more.
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Mon, 19 September 2016
Bloodbath Burdzy is co host of Blood, Guts and Blu-Ray Podcast a weekly horror fanboy' podcast that discuss horror movies ranging from big-budget Hollywood pictures to independent B-movies and exploitation films. We chat collecting vinyl, booking big names for his other podcast XepicDudesX, this year's election, his love of horror films and the origins of Blood, Guts and Blu-Ray.
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Mon, 12 September 2016
K.W Peery returns to the podcast to chat about his new book Purgatory (out now on Gen Z Publishing). K.W is a author, lyricist and founding member of The Marshall/Peery Project. We chat about our love of sports movies, what shows were watching, how the television landscape has changed and his new book Pugatory.
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Mon, 5 September 2016
Xavier is the host of Geek Gravy and a pastry cook in New York City. Xavier chats about the NYC restaurant scene, being a foodie, Our love of different ethnic foods, golden age of Nickelodeon, all things geek culture, his obsession with donuts and much more.
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Archived Web SiteFrontier Culture Museum The Frontier Culture Museum tells the story of the thousands of people who migrated to colonial America, and of the life they created here for themselves and their descendents. To tell the story of these early immigrants and their American descendents, the Museum has moved or reproduced examples of traditional rural buildings from England, Germany, Ireland, West Africa, and America. The Museum engages the...
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Are you surviving the snow?
This week's featured designer is Ellen Hamilton, of Hamilton Design Associates. I was first introduced to her work on House of Turquoise but found her whole portfolio to be delightful.
I love her work Abby.....she does use a lot of color but makes it work!!!ReplyDelete
Gorgeous- love all of the colour and pattern. And we are snowed in to- kind of nice actually- all of us are home and plan on doing nothing but nothing today- I'm in bed with the little one with coffee too- love having hubby home- extra blog time!!!ReplyDelete
That color is so well done! the third room, with patterned walls and fabrics, so great... we're all home here, as well.. might try to make it to the ski hill!ReplyDelete
Love all the bright colors - especially on such a dreary day! We have ice here and I some of my precious birch tree branches have snapped. I am devastated! So it is nice to see some cheery pictures! Thanks!
Wow! Such incredible colors and patterns -- love love love it. We're now in an ice storm. I don't think we can take another minute of this!ReplyDelete
I adore color so it is no surprise I love her work!! It's fabulous all around!! Great pictures to warm such a cold and icy day!ReplyDelete
I love her choices for curtains in all of the pictures that's where my eye goes. I also love how she is not afraid to use color. I find myself staying very neutral at times because I guess I'm not so sure how to incorporate color. Any suggestions?
I love all of Ellen's rooms...they are some of my favorites. Her commitment to color and print is so bold--I love it! Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
gorgeous & fearless! No, you know I couldn't handle it...I'm too weak :)
It is crazy how much snow y'all have!
What fun fearless design!! The crazy mix of patterns are a blast!ReplyDelete
Such gorgeous work! Inspiring!ReplyDelete
Abby Manchesky Interiors is a boutique design firm based in Grand Rapids, MI. Combining the new traditional, vintage and a dash of the unexpected is her ideal. Contact Abby Manchesky Interiors for more information on available interior design services for clients near and far. firstname.lastname@example.com | 616.719.9400