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What would you do, a friend asked the artist C. Finley, if you could curate the Whitney Biennial? Easy, Ms. Finley replied: It would be all women. "The Whitney Houston Biennial!" her friend announced.
That was in 2014. Ms. Finley laughed, and then she got to work — from that throwaway line, a festival was born. Now in its third edition, the Every Woman Biennial is the most expansive and ambitious yet. (Ms. Finley only recently changed its name from the Whitney Houston Biennial, for ease of fund-raising and after a polite but firm letter from the Houston family.) Opening Sunday, it features the work of over 600 women and gender-nonbinary artists — nine times the number of people in the actual Whitney Biennial that it is designed to run alongside. Ms. Finley's exhibition will also include a female-centric film festival and, for the first time, will pop up in Los Angeles, with new artists, next month.
It came together on a shoestring, with donations and a network of volunteers, most of them female artists who brought their power tools and multimedia know-how to two downtown spaces. This week, they were completing the installation of pieces in materials ranging from textiles to video, driftwood to Flamin' Hot Cheetos.
"There's this lady-power that happens," said Ms. Finley, 43, a painter who splits her time between New York and Rome. "It's very connected; we're basically all putting our powers together and raising each other up." An extrovert in glitter eye-shadow, she also wants the festival to be fun: The New York opening will include a parading flash-mob performance, set to Houston's "I Wanna Dance With Somebody." (Anyone can join in; the choreography is available on YouTube.)
Though it's been described as an alternative to the Whitney Biennial, Ms. Finley said she conceived the Every Woman to supplement, not negate. Her aim was to lift up women in the art world, especially talented ones who are in a midcareer plateau, perhaps assisting better-known artists, raising children or otherwise not as focused on exhibitions. She scouted people on Instagram and did not charge a fee to apply, rare in the festival world. And there are art stars in her show, like Mickalene Thomas and Marilyn Minter, who are veterans of the Whitney.
Ms. Finley is also fairly loose about defining "every woman." "I say, 'if you're making work from a divine feminine place, send it over,'" she said. "We have a 13-year-old trans girl from Colorado with a GenderCool project," an initiative to tell transgender young people's stories. In the first year, she added, the exhibition featured "an 89-year-old artist from New York City that I happened to find. Part of the ethos of this is to be really inclusive and really loving, so people can feel comfortable here."
In curating, she had only two rules: no hate, and no headless women. "I don't want a nude body with her head cut off in the show," she said. (There is also blissfully little Trump art.)
When she heard about the exhibition, Ms. Minter, 70 — the "nasty woman" of contemporary feminist art, as a recent Times review put it — was quick to participate. She sent over an inkjet print from her "Plush" series, with close-up, luxe images of pubic hair — created because, she said, "it seems to be disappearing. And it's not at all in art history."
Ms. Thomas, a friend of Ms. Finley's since their days as Pratt students, provided "Racquel Come to Me Two," a collaged print of her partner in what she called an empowering pose, one that represented to her the biennial's — and Ms. Finley's — mission. "Even as an undergrad, she was putting on shows and curating and definitely spearheading conversations," Ms. Thomas, 48, said. "She was definitely a leader, and one who was about mentorship and supporting other artists."
The show is hung salon-style in a donated space at 222 Bowery, once home to William S. Burroughs and studios for Mark Rothko and Fernand Léger. Now, there's a collage of fliers from lesbian bars, panels illustrating most of "Game of Thrones," and a platform, dotted with semiprecious stones, that invites meditation. (Almost everything is for sale, with prices starting low.) The sense of community is "better than any graduate school," said Liz Liguori, 40, a photographer turned multimedia artist whose work merges high and low tech. For this biennial, she created an interactive "drawing machine," in which a laser translates viewers' hand motions into fleeting shapes.
Nearby, Ayo Jackson, a recent M.F.A. grad, was pinning cotton puffs into the background of her piece, while a mirrored version of her, with a braided unicorn horn, twirled above; it was inspired by the medieval Unicorn Tapestries at the Cloisters in northern Manhattan. "I like the last image, where the unicorn is resurrected," she explained. "I wanted it to be an analogue for black stories that end in pain."
Ms. Jackson, 41, a former dancer with Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company, was introduced to the biennial through its dance component. It's her first major show. "This is a huge first step for me," she said.
The artist Deborah Kass, 67, whose sculpture "OY/YO" is installed outside the Brooklyn Museum, contributed a 2009 silk-screen edition, "Nobody Puts Baby in the Corner." It will be on display at La MaMa's Galleria, the biennial's other venue. "I've been an artist in New York City my whole life, and I always wanted to be in a biennial in my hometown," Ms. Kass said pointedly. "So why not this one?"
In 2014, the year Ms. Finley's show began, only one-third of the artists in the Whitney Biennial were women. (This year's edition is more balanced.) "The real question is why, at this point in time, the gender disparity still exists in our institutions and exhibitions and galleries," Ms. Kass said, adding: "It affects just about every woman. And let's not forget the pay gap, which is enormous."
Ms. Finley, a studio artist who takes commercial gigs to get by, is, of course, keenly aware of the inequities — she financed the last biennial herself, using money she got painting murals for the 2017 "Wonder Woman" reboot. She views the Every Woman Biennial as an extension of her own work, and a step toward professional fulfillment for artists of her stature. "I want studio visits, I want someone to encourage me, to show and sell my work — all the things that every artist wants, is what this show provides," she said.
She even sees the choreographed flash mob as a growth moment: In the spirit of partnering with somebody, she is creating mentorship opportunities, connecting experienced art handlers with those hoping to learn the trade, say. Maybe they'll meet mid-dance move, she said. "Cross-pollinating — baby, that's what it's all about."
Every Woman Biennial
May 19-29 at La MaMa's La Galleria, 47 Great Jones Street, and 222 Bowery, Manhattan. The exhibition's Los Angeles edition will run June 2-12. everywomanbiennial.com


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Amanda Setton is joining the cast of Hawaii Five-0 for its fifth season, TVGuide.com has learned exclusively.
The Crazy Ones alum has landed the recurring role of medical examiner Dr. Mindy Shaw, who will be Max's (Masi Oka) new trainee. Described as a smart young woman who takes initiative and turns in impressive work, Dr. Shaw will be introduced in the Season 5 premiere.
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TVGuide.com teased the role earlier this month, when series boss Peter Lenkov revealed that the new character "will be there at crime scenes and be a voice in the ME's office."
In other casting news, TVGuide.com has also confirmed that Carol Burnett will reprise her role as McGarrett's (Alex O'Loughlin) aunt in Season 5.
Setton is also known for her roles on The Mindy Project and Gossip Girl.
Hawaii Five-0 kicks off Season 5 on Friday, Sept. 26 on CBS. Do you think Dr. Shaw will be a good addition to the team?
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A city of fascinating Byzantine suggestions In Ravenna, you can feel Art, History and Culture in every corner. Recognized worldwide for its historical and artistic treasures, the city preserves the richest heritage of mosaics dating from the 5th and 6th centuries AD within its early Christian and Byzantine religious buildings, included by UNESCO on the World Heritage List.
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On Tuesday night, President Trump selected Judge Neil Gorsuch as his first Supreme Court nominee to replace the late Justice Antonin Scalia. Gorsuch is a judge being described as very similar to Scalia, in terms of judicial thinking and skepticism of government. As a result, Senator Chuck Schumer has vowed to stall and possibly filibuster this nomination, perhaps leading to a situation where Senate rules will be altered to allowed a simple majority confirmation of Supreme Court justices, also known as the "nuclear option."
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., vowed Tuesday night that President Donald Trump's Supreme Court pick would be confirmed by the Senate.
When asked on Fox News' "Special Report with Bret Baier" whether he would use the so-called "nuclear option" to force Judge Neil Gorsuch's confirmation by a simple majority vote, McConnell said, "I'm not going to answer that. Let me just tell you, we're going to get this judge confirmed."
"But isn't that answering?" host Bret Baier pressed.
"We're going to get the judge confirmed," McConnell repeated.
"So you would?" Baier asked again.
"We're going to get the judge confirmed," said McConnell, who later pointed out that six Senate Democrats had already come out against filibustering against Gorsuch's appointment.
The bottom line is that if it comes down to it, McConnell will in fact use the "nuclear option" to get Gorsuch on the bench. Democrats changed the filibuster rule back during the Obama administration to get Federal judges confirmed with a simple majority, though stopped short of changing the rule for Supreme Court nominees. McConnell may be the one to take it one step further, and undoubtedly Trump will be pushing for it.
Senator Ted Cruz, an ardent opponent of Trump during the campaign, has also vowed to fight for the Gorsuch nomination:
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, said in an interview Tuesday that "all procedural options are on the table" when it comes to confirming a strong conservative to replace Justice Scalia on the Supreme Court.
"The Democrats are not going to succeed in filibustering the Supreme Court nominee," Cruz told Politico. "All procedural options are on the table. The bottom line is we will confirm a strong conservative to replace Justice Scalia."
What the Gorsuch nomination appears to have done is unify the Republican Party around Trump's choice, and will create something for them to rally on in coming months.
The Democratic responses was, as expected, to cast serious doubt on Gorsuch and start to build up a narrative as to why his nomination should be opposed. This from Yahoo News:
Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said he has "serious doubts" about whether Donald Trump's Supreme Court pick, Neil Gorsuch, should be confirmed. Schumer, the leader of the Senate Democrats, made the statement shortly after the announcement Tuesday night and suggested that he's willing to filibuster Trump's choice for the high court.
"Judge Gorsuch has repeatedly sided with corporations over working people, demonstrated a hostility toward women's rights, and most troubling, hewed to an ideological approach to jurisprudence that makes me skeptical that he can be a strong, independent Justice on the Court," Schumer said in a statement.
The Senate minority leader also emphasized that the Senate should keep its 60-vote standard — the amount necessary to defeat a filibuster — to approve Supreme Court nominees, calling it "a bar that was met by each of President Obama's nominees." Schumer said it is up to Gorsuch to prove he is in the "mainstream" and willing to defend the Constitution from "abuses of the executive branch."
Schumer has to make these points, it's his job to paint Gorsuch as outside the mainstream as a means to justify stiff opposition. McConnell claims he has six Democratic Senators who have said Gorsuch should not be filibustered. If true, that would point to an easy win for confirmation even on a party line vote of 52 to 48. Schumer's job will be to hold together a coalition of Democratic Senators willing to go to the mat over this issue and prevent any more from breaking off. I'm not sure how this will play out, but I suspect it will be a lengthy process that will be a rough ride for all parties.
Trump has stated he wants Gorsuch seated on the Court by early April, which is just before the Court meets for the next term of cases. That basically gives McConnell two months to get this process done. Get your popcorn ready.


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Upcoming Events
Byron United Church (Start Time 7:30 pm)
Monday, November 11, 2019 - Monday, December 9, 2019
Field Meeting (Start Time 7:00 pm)
Monday, July 29, 2019 (Rain Date Monday, August 5, 2019)
Coffee Time at Westmount Mall (Thursdays, 9:00 AM)
Need a change of pace? Drop by the mall on Thursday morning for a coffee. Call a flying buddy and join us. Pick up a coffee at Tim's and walk to the far South end of the mall. Hope to see you there!
White Oaks Mall Display
Bob May announced that the White Oaks Mall display will be held on Saturday, April 13 in the open area by the Sport Check store. Arrangements have been made with the mall management including the insurance coverage from MAAC. Frank Klenk has agreed to attend and will be bringing the MAAC display and simulator.
McCormick Home Display
The date and time for the static display and simulator at the McCormick Home has been confirmed for February 11 commencing at 2:30 p.m. Gary Nash is coordinating this event.
Wilton Grove Public School
The Wilton Grove Public School Science Fair on April 25, 2019, 6 – 7:30 p.m. is yet to be confirmed.
Toledo Show
April 5, 6, 7, 2019 at the Seagate Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave, Toledo, Ohio. Visit https://www.toledoshow.com/ for more information.
38th Annual Joe Nall Week
May 10th -18th, 2019 at the Triple Tree Aerodrome, Woodruff, South Carolina.
Visit http://www.tripletreeaerodrome.com/joe-nall-week.php for more information.
Forest Lakeside Flyers Annual Fun Fly
May 25, 2019, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
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Bluewater RC Flyers Canada Day Open House
June 28-30, 2019, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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Forest Lakeside Flyers Annual Scale Rally
July 6, 2019, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Visit https://www.maac.ca/en/events_details.php?type=1&event_id=5112 for more information.
Woodstock Radio Control Flying Club – Mac Rowe Memorial Fun Fly
July 7, 2019, 9:00 to 4:00 pm.
Visit https://www.maac.ca/en/events_details.php?type=1&event_id=5189 for more information.
Bluewater RC Flyers Memorial Scale Rally
August 3-4, 2019, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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Forest City Flyers Annual Fun Fly
The club fun fly will be held on August 10 this year from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. Greg Dillabough is looking for volunteers to assist.
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Q cars, or sleepers, are the card sharps of the road. Unassuming from the outside they pack a surprising amount of wallop under the bonnet and are capable of leaving drivers of more showy machines wondering what just happened.
Here, in a no way comprehensive list, are six of our favourites
Mercedes E55 AMG
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Plenty of these have suffered horribly at the hands of modifiers but in standard guise the AMG-tuned third-generation E-Class is a really eye-opener.
The E55 got unique alloys and a slightly bigger bodykit but otherwise looked like any other early 2000s E-Class. Debadged, it could almost be mistaken for a standard E220 – until the driver put their foot down and unleashed the might of its supercharged 5.4-litre V8. The handbuilt unit put out 469bhp, enough to rocket this fairly bland saloon/estate to 62mph in less than five seconds.
Nowadays when even Renault Scenics are running on 20-inch wheels the E55 looks even more understated, especially in wagon form. And what's more, you can pick one up with a full service history for less that eight grand.
Skoda Fabia vRS
Not quite so barn-burningly quick as the Merc, but still one to catch out the unwary. The second-generation Fabia was dull as dishwater to look at, especially in estate trim. The vRS got some big wheels and a couple of badges but otherwise looked like its tall, ungainly lower-spec siblings.
Spicing up those dull looks, however, was the turbocharged and supercharged 178bhp 1.4-litre petrol from the Polo GTI. That meant the ugly duckling went from standstill to 62mph in a very respectable 7.3 seconds.
Sadly, Skoda say there isn't enough demand for quick small hatches so they killed off the vRS for the latest generation of Fabia, arguing people are more interested in a car that looks quick than that goes quickly.
Lotus Carlton
3.6 litres, six cylinders, two turbos, 377bhp and 419lb/ft. In an early 1990s Vauxhall saloon. A really boring-looking Vauxhall saloon. It's just not normal. Admittedly, the Lotus Carlton has a deep front airdam, a spoiler and fat twin tailpipes but even these barely hint at its 5.1-second 60mph run and 177mph capabilities.
The car caused an absolute sensation on its release in 1990, becoming the fastest four-door on the market, leaving everything, including a good few supercars, for dead. Beloved by motoring journalists and joyriders, the Carlton was, sadly, shortlived. Its £48,000 price proved too steep despite its immense performance. Only 320 bearing the Vauxhall badge were sold, with another 630 Omega versions produced for Europe.
Mazda 6 MPS
Another prime example of snooze-inducing design harbouring some serious engineering chops. The Mazda 6 of the mid-2000s had a face only a mother could love, and didn't look any better from any other angle.
While most versions backed up the dull looks with dull performance, the MPS edition dropped in a turbocharged 2.3-litre engine good for 256bhp and 280lb/ft. It also featured a stiffened body and four-wheel drive to offer some driving ability to go with that power.
Reviewers at the time rated the in-your-face Mitsubishi Lancer Evo and Subaru Impreza WRX STI as better drivers but for sheer wolf-in-sheep's-clothing laughs the Mazda wins out. You can have one now for less than £3,500.
Volkswagen Passat R36
Everyone knows the Golf R32. It was the four-wheel-drive, V6-engined star in an otherwise insipid Mk4 line-up. Not so well-known is its big brother, the Passat R36.
Like the best sleepers, this looks much like a bog-standard Passat. The dull, dull, dull looks possibly explaining why sales never took off. But the car certainly did take off. At launch it was the fastest VW on the market thanks to a 3.6-litre V6 that propelled it to 62mph in just 5.6 seconds. Its bored-out and tuned version of the Golf R32's engine put out 295bhp and 258lb/ft which met the tarmac through an early six-speed DSG gearbox and four-wheel drive. Handling wasn't regarded as the R36's strong suit but for noising up Corsa drivers at traffic lights not much matches it.
Volkswagen Type 1
At first glance this looks like another pimped-up VW splitscreen bus but underneath is a whole heap of serious engineering that makes this perhaps the ultimate sleeper. The body may still be a (modified) 1962 T1 but it's been dumped on a widened, lengthened T3 chassis. More importantly, beneath it lies a 3.6-litre twin-turbo engine from a Porsche 911 Turbo putting out more than 500bhp. That's plenty to overcome even the VW's brick-like aerodynamic properties. And enough to give Porsche and Aston Martin drivers a fright, as this, now legendary, video proves.


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We analyzed the ability of bone marrow-derived stem cells, umbilical cord blood-derived stem cells, quiescent, and FGF-2 stimulated adult human dermal fibroblasts to differentiate into the three main lineages. Histochemical and immunocytochemistry assays were performed on the cell cultures to determine the success of specific differentiation protocols. The data showed that all treatments except the umbilical cord blood-derived stem cells differentiated into the adipogenic lineage, although none of the treatments successfully differentiated into the chondrogenic or osteogenic lineages. The purpose of this project was to develop in vitro assays with which to measure success of future de-differentiation experiments.
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United defender Conor Townsend says to take four points out of a possible six over the Easter weekend was a good return, given the Iron's two opponents.Townsend was part of a Scunthorpe side which drew at Barnsley, before thrashing Swindon 6-0 at Glanford Park, and the full-back felt he and his teammates performed to a good level in both matches.
He told The Iron PlayerHD: "Before the start of the Easter period, if you'd have said we'd get four points out of those two games, we'd have taken it.
"I thought we played well in both games. Barnsley was a little bit different to the Swindon game, but again it was two good performances, and on Monday we managed to be clinical enough to get six goals."
The former Hull City man got on the scoresheet for the first time in an Iron shirt against the Robins and he highlighted it as an area of his game which he's looking to improve upon.
"It was a bit of a strange one for me to find myself in that position. I think I'd made a run inside and not got it and was just in that area," he said
"But I'm delighted to get a goal. I think it's my first from open play since I was about 18, so it's nice to get on the scoresheet and it's something I want to do, I want to score more goals, I want to add that to my game."
The Iron travel to Bradford on Saturday looking for another three points - a haul that Townsend insists they'll only get if the performance level doesn't drop.
"The message has been centred around not taking our foot off the gas and not getting complacent. Which we're not going to, because Bradford are a good team and they're up there for a reason," he stated.
"So we know we've got to be at our best to get something from the game and I think we'll do that. We'll go there and try to play our game, which hopefully means we can get a win."
See much more from Conor Townsend, Paddy Madden and Graham Alexander on The Iron PlayerHD ahead of this weekend's trip to Bradford.
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Valentine's Day is right around the corner, February 14th. Why not surprise your favorite Type 1 with a super sweet gift? And Type 1s, pass this blog post on to your loved ones, maybe they'll take a hint!
*Here are my top gift-worthy products for Type 1 Diabetics:
Myabetic Accessories
Myabetic is famous for their high quality, fashionable diabetic handbags and clutches. I've had mine for over 6 months now and will NEVER go back to carrying my diabetes stuff in some ol' pouch. Myabetic bags and clutches help keep supplies organized as well as staying fashionable. Check out my reviews here and here. And the Myabetic website has a tool to help determine what bag is best, just click here.
Diabetes Feel Goods Pump/Meter Skins
If your lovely T1 wears an insulin pump, there's nothing better than an adhesive skin to make the pump personalized and unique. Even if they don't wear a pump, there are skins available for meters (you know, the thing we test our blood sugar with). I order my pump and meter skins from Diabetes Feel Goods! If you're in the US, there is also Pump Peelz.
Lilac Tree Studio Printables
What a better surprise than a motivational, heart-warming printable framed and hung by your T1's supplies? Check out Lilac Tree Studio's downloadable printables to find a super sweet design to help decorate and send constant reminders how how strong your T1 is!
Diabetes Themed Books
If your T1 loves to read, I would recommend two great books on living with diabetes. Diabetes Solution by Dr. Bernstein focuses on living a low carb lifestyle and how to mitigate high blood sugars. This book was a huge eye opener for me and I would encourage all T1s to at least read it. Actually, it's the book I wished someone handed to me 11 years ago when I was diagnosed. Bright Spots and Landmines by Adam Brown is also a must-read with a positive spin on managing diabetes. I would also recommend that all T1s read this one!
MySugr Subscription
Does your T1 use the MySugr app to track all things diabetes related? If yes, then there's nothing better than a PRO subscription. T1s usually have to spend so much money on medical supplies! Why not take away one cost and give the beauty of a great, fully-functioning app? My favorite features of the PRO version are the ability to print reports, and the search function.
Diabetic Clothing
There's no better way to embrace diabetes than to wear it loud and proud! Check out these super cute tops!
The DIABEAST shirt is from Shaw @typeonederful_ , his shop is here. The pink tank is from Aline at Mynt Print.
Diabetic Jewelry made by @t1dchick
Jillian designs and sells super cute diabetes themed bracelets. But with a twist, she adds another charm to make them unique and personalized with many designs to choose from. Her Etsy shop is here.
Some additional ideas: yummy Glucose Tabs for Low Blood Sugars (especially fun flavors like chocolate or berries, etc), Pump Batteries, Sugar Free Syrup (for coffee),
And finally, the most important gift you can give is a listening ear. Ask a few questions and let your lovely T1 express themselves and what they're going through.
Are there any other great gift ideas that I am missing?
P.S. My favorite thing is that ALL of the products above are offered and created by fellow Type 1s!
*I am not paid to advertise these products. They were selected because I like their products, or think they would make great gifts!


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My first step in creating a bronze is to come up with a rough-in concept sketch in clay. This generally involves a wire armature and plenty of water based clay. Continue Reading
Debbie Elmer uses the "lost wax" method for casting her sculptures. The "lost wax" method of bronze casting is an ancient technique that has been used to create sculpture for hundreds of years. Continue Reading
My current project involves researching the women who were involved with the development of fly fishing in America. Although not in the majority, women have been involved with fly fishing in America from the start. It has often been a quiet presence with long-standing contributions – from some of the first studies in the life cycles of insects in streams to the establishment of the first commercial fly tying operation in America. These were not just women who fished – they were women who pioneering very specific and significant aspects of the sport. It has been my pleasure to learn more about these women and their lives and to try to capture who they were and their stories in sculpture.
I would like to extend a special thank you to the American Museum of Fly Fishing for helping me with access to their collection and for including the beginnings of this project at their 2011-2012 exhibit. Thanks you as well to numerous individuals who are helping me locate biographical information on these women.
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Ramadan in Bahrain: A Muslim-American Indo-Pakistani's Experience
Though the title of this article may be a mouthful, it reflects the complex issue of identity that thousands of Muslims minorities living in the West face; few understand the identity crisis that occurs. While in the West one becomes too foreign and alien, in Muslim-majority countries the same person becomes not ethnic/cultural enough to fit in. When I tell Muslim brothers or sisters I'm from America their faces light up. They ask more questions about how Muslims are doing in the US. Yet when I explain the challenges Muslims in the West have to deal with, I am faced with confusion at times. I don't think words do justice to the struggle.
It's understandable that living in a Muslim-majority country (like here in Bahrain) people may not understand what it means to be a Muslim minority in a non-Muslim secular country. Hence, I try my best to clarify and demystify misconceptions not only about Muslims living in the West, but also of non-Muslim Americans. At times I feel like a diplomat or ambassador both for America and Muslim-Americans — but alhamdullilah though draining, it is a great opportunity to act as an ambassador, promote understanding, respect and tolerance between cultures, countries and faiths.
When Ramadan began in Bahrain I was excited to experience my first Ramadan in a Muslim-majority country. However, as the days of Ramadan went by I realized more and more that I, as a "Muslim-American Indo-Pakistani" expatriate, really didn't have a community to be a part of. Yes, there are masaajid (mosques) everywhere and Muslims everywhere, yet the community-feeling didn't exist for me. Nor were there many Muslim American expatriates I could talk to or become friends with.
In Bahrain there are four demographics: American or European non-Muslim Expats, Arab-Muslims, Southeast Asian, and Far-East Asian expatriates. Unfortunately, I fit into neither demographic, thus the very unique dilemma of being stuck between being too American to be considered either Indian or Pakistani and too foreign to be considered as part of the American-expatriate community. This aspect alone made my Ramadan here by far the most difficult. The fasting was easy but not having a community or family close by made my first Ramadan in a Muslim-majority country one of my most difficult ones of my life — ironically so.
On the positive side — Ramadan went well as I witnessed the respect and reverence given to the month by businesses and restaurants. It was truly a blessing. Seeing "Ramadan Mubarak" in all advertisements, billboards, magazines and newspapers was really interesting. In addition to the fasting, the taraweeh prayers, and Quran recitations it was also amazing to see the generosity of individuals opening their homes, hearts and wallets to those less fortunate than themselves. I was also able to meet some amazing Muslims converts from various parts of the world; hearing their conversion stories was amazing and humbling. Most of the Muslim converts mentioned how they would work in Muslim-majority countries and observe the family dynamics of Muslim families. The character, peace, and tranquility they witnessed played a huge role in their decision to become Muslim.
What was really fascinating to witness was Bahrain "pre-Ramadan" and how it changed during Ramadan. Alcohol was banned from being sold, and restaurants closed down during the day and opened at night. Work timings were made shorter for employees and staff so they had more time to spend in worship and spend time with family. What was also interesting was just how quiet the streets became and how peaceful the atmosphere felt. Usually, pre-Ramadan you'd hear honking, loud noises, and see people on the streets — yet during Ramadan there was a tranquility and peace that really was beautiful to witness.
Now this isn't meant to say that Bahrain is a perfect country by any means and as with any country it has its challenges. Non-Arab expatriates (like Southeast Asian and Far East Asian working class individuals) are sometimes treated badly and paid poorly, prostitution does exist, drivers can be ill-mannered and be inconsiderate, and an overall sense of Arab entitlement and selfishness exists as a part of the societal fabric in Bahrain. But despite these challenges I met so many beautiful brothers and sisters who I spoke to about these issues; they recognized them and were working to rectify the problems in their own ways. So as much as Muslims living in the West may think how "backwards" or "uneducated" our brothers and sisters may be in Muslim-majority countries, there are individuals here putting in time, energy and effort into addressing local issues facing their communities here.
Lastly, one of the biggest reflections and realizations I had living as a Muslim-American Indo-Pakistani expatriate in Bahrain was just how blessed I was to be a Muslim-American and be a part of the Western activist community. I realized just how amazing our North-American community is and how advanced we are in terms of addressing our community's unique challenges as well.
As I reflect on my time here in Ramadan I'm reminded of how as an ummah we may be geographically far, but we are inherently one ummah, one community and united in our love for Allah and His Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). While we may have our challenges, we have hope and we have well-intentioned brothers and sisters working towards changing the world for the better. I pray that Allah accepts our fasts, ibadah (worship) and gives us all opportunities to meet brothers and sisters in different parts of the world to exchange ideas, thoughts, and solutions to common challenges our communities face.
I pray we all get the opportunity to travel to other Muslim communities around the world and learn about their cultures, traditions and challenges. If you don't have the ability to travel internationally then visit a different masjid than your own or visit a masjid with a different ethnic/cultural or racial demographic than your own. Build genuine relationships with a brother or sister who's different than you. Learn to listen, learn to empathize, and learn to respect others different than yourself.
We must become ambassadors of understanding, agents of change, and messengers of peace, and servants of mercy to all. It's only through making genuine connections with others will we solve the problems facing our world.
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Holiday Table Settings
How to Set Your Most Versatile Holiday Table Yet
It's time to rethink your holiday dinner party. Rather than opting for the traditional red and green decor, the entertaining essentials below are classic with a modern twist. And, while the overall setting is fit for the season, each piece is versatile enough to be styled beyond the holidays. Whether you're looking to host friends within the next few weeks or simply update your existing serverware, the products below will do the job!
- Garland ($14, originally $20): Instead of a table runner, try garland. While it's fitting for the season, this style can be reused for a nautical-themed dinner in the Summer.
- Napkins ($7): Because of their neutral color, linen napkins are a versatile purchase that can be used throughout the year.
- Cocktail Shaker ($15): What better way to serve up a holiday cocktail then with this gold shaker?
- Flatware ($5-$7): This flatware is fancy enough to be used during the holidays yet casual enough for daily dining.
- Cutting Board ($250): Go from the kitchen to your table in ease, serving up appetizers on this cutting board.
- Servers ($54): These utensils will modernize your spread and come in handy even after the holidays.
- Hurricanes ($27-$34, originally $39-$49): A tabletop must, hurricanes are great for displaying both candles and flowers.
- Serving Trays ($54-$135): These trays are a sleek addition that will allow your food to take center stage.
- Tablecloth ($18): Set your party's foundation using this tablecloth. It's so affordable, you won't get upset if there's a spill or two.
- Gift Tags ($3): Instead of using gift tags for gifts, wrap them around your napkins as place cards!
- Pinecones ($20): A holiday classic, use pinecones to fill a vase or stagger them around your table.
- Plate ($13): Layer these plates atop of your daily dishware during the holidays — the turtledoves perfect for the season.


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I'm going to be totally honest here - I've had the best of intentions to blog, and have often even taken pics to blog with. I've even edited pics and written down tons of blog ideas! But life got in the way and nothing new hass been published since summer. But...I've got some fun fresh leftover content...& once you see what I look like now, you'll understand why posting these images from a few months ago is necessary (!!). You'll see soon enough I promise! Some big changes going on with me as of late and I'm excited to say I'll have more time to dedicate to GITG.
All locals will recognize this amazing pink reflective wall. It's one of my fave Seattle spaces. Frank Gehry designed this incredible museum, dedicated to the history & exploration of popular music, science fiction, & pop culture. It's called EMP & it sits in the majestic shadow of this equally loved, world-famous structure:
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It's hard to play tourist in your own city, you often need an occasion to do it or you get too wrapped up in everyday life to explore things visitors from all over the world come to see. As a fam, we did the Space Needle & even ate at Sky City, one of the worlds top revolving restaurants, at the top of it (totally overpriced but decent...). Super fun day with my littles though!
What I'm Wearing
Striped Tee | Malene Birger
Black Coated Denim | NYDJ (my faves) • also in plus!
Sandals | Gentle Souls Break My Heart (looooove! & on sale!) • other options
All cosmetics | Must Have Mascara
Striped Tee | Malene Birger
Black Coated Denim | NYDJ (my faves) • also in plus!
Sandals | Gentle Souls Break My Heart (looooove! & on sale!) • other options
All cosmetics | Must Have Mascara
This is exactly the type of thing you pay a little more for. You're paying for quality, design details, hand craftsmanship & the fact they're designed so purposefully in Seattle!
You don't pay for a fancy designer logo or brand name (at least in this case).


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Gay Seattle Nightlife » Directory
Lobby Bar
916 East Pike Street
Seattle Washington 98122
Seattle Washington 98122
The Lobby Bar is Seattle's newest LGBT lounge. Located on Capitol Hill, we feature hand-crafted cocktails and locally brewed beers served by some of the friendliest bartenders around. Enjoy one of our special concoctions while visiting with friends in a relaxed, cosmopolitan setting. The Lobby Bar also offers select farm-fresh noshes for sharing as well as a variety of delicious entrees.


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March 22, 2018
Ellis Forest Joins MGC's Real Estate Practice in Greenville
GREENVILLE, SC – McAngus Goudelock & Courie is pleased to announce the addition of Ellis Forest to the firm's real estate law group.
Forest's practice focuses primarily on residential and commercial closings. Prior to joining MGC, he worked as a title insurance underwriter and transaction counsel. Forest earned his Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina and his Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.
ABOUT McANGUS GOUDELOCK & COURIE
The McAngus Goudelock & Courie Real Estate group serves commercial and residential clients from five offices across South Carolina. For more information, please visit www.mgcrealestate.com.


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Via Jessica McBride.
A Winnebago County judge has shut down a blog and enjoined the blogger from operating any "similar sites" because some comments placed on it are alleged to have defamed the clerk of courts.
This order sure looks like a constitutionally suspect prior restraint. Maybe you could order the guy to shut down comments, but how can you possibly tell him to shut up? This is, more or less, the equivalent of shutting down a newspaper because it is alleged to have published a defamatory article.
It is also surprising that the judge apparently did this as a temporary restraining order, i.e., without even a preliminary evidentiary hearing.
Maybe there are some extraordinary facts that justify this, but it's hard to even imagine what they could be.


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Awww, these two!
Perrie Edwards has made it clear that she's seriously smitten with boyfriend Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in a loved-up new photo.
The Little Mix star – who has spent the past few days on holiday in Mykonos with her man and some friends – lovingly held hands with Alex in the snap as they stood by the edge of a swimming pool and looked out to sea.
MORE: Little Mix's Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall continue to flaunt bikini bods in stunning holiday pics
And to make it all even cuter, 25-year-old Perrie added an emotional message about her feelings for her fella.
'Hold my hand and I'll go anywhere with you 💙,' the singer captioned the romantic shot. Awww, you guys!
The picture has already racked up over half a million likes and fans have praised the couple for being so adorable together.
'You are the hottest power couple in the world!' one admirer commented, whilst another wrote: 'wow this picture is stunning'
And one added: 'That caption 😍😍😍 so sweet…. Sweet like both of you ❤😜'
Others observers were slightly alarmed by where Perrie and Alex chose to stand though.
'FFS girl @perrieedwards keep tight hold, don't let @alexoxchamberlain fall off the edge there, we need him back ASAP girl !!!' one joked.
Another fan quipped: 'Did you push him in afterwards? If not, missed opportunity'
Let's hope that the lovebirds – who have been together for a year and a half – made it back from the pool edge without any misdemeanours!
It comes as the latest snapshot from Perrie and Alex's trip to the Greek island.
Throughout the week Pez has been leaving her fans gobsmacked with a series of stunning bikini photos whilst soaking up the sun.
Check out that sky! And Perrie's looking pretty fab too, of course.
Some of the pictures seemed to have proved a bit risky though.
The blonde star joked that she almost went 'overboard' when she posed at the front of a boat earlier in the week.
Careful there, Pez!
Perrie and her Little Mix bandmates Jade Thirlwall, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jesy Nelson are all enjoying a well-earned break after completing their summer hits tour last month.
Still, we're looking forward to having the ladies back together again!


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News in Brief
Federal Agencies Issue Research Guidelines
The Institute of Education Sciences and the National Science Foundation have formally released common guidelines for education research and development.
The guidelines, first previewed back in May, are intended to guide research-investment decisions at the U.S. Department of Education's main research agency and NSF research in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. They are also supposed to clarify the evidence expected for different types of research proposals from those applying for grants from the agencies.
The guidelines identify six types of research that make up an ongoing cycle of building evidence in education, from foundational and early-stage or exploratory research, through design, efficacy, effectiveness, and scale-up research.
Vol. 33, Issue 04, Page 4Published in Print: September 18, 2013, as Federal Agencies Issue Research Guidelines
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Apparently, MGM had a whole list of movies that they packaged as widescreen, but all they did was slap black bars on the pan & scan version. No wonder I have such a hard time convincing some people of widescreen's superiority. Go, look at the list, get yourself a new DVD or some cold hard cash.
Show them that Movie Geeks are not to be fucked with!


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Mi Casa, tu Casa
August 20, 2009 by City Life Staff
Filed under Home Decor
Dorothy professed her love for the home in the iconic film The Wizard of Oz for a reason. Home is the one place you can truly be and feel like yourself, so adorn it with items that you treasure. Discover a few home décor ideas that we fancy. Selecting pieces that reflect your personality and style will create a space that you will feel comfortable in.
1. Irpinia Kitchens: Preparing a meal will no longer feel like a monotonous chore in this custom kitchen, courtesy of Irpinia. The trifecta of red, cream and black is accented with sturdy, silver hardware. You'll feel so content in this charming space that tears will cease to exist while chopping onions! www.irpinia.com, 905.780.7722 Read more


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Adapted from an Allrecipes recipe
Adapted from a recipe by The Annoyed Thyroid
Mint sauce
Sort of
A lighter version of pie
English style
Adapted from the UBC recipe on Vaneats
Adapted from a recipe in Magnificent Muffins Cookbook
Adapted from a recipe in Magnificent Muffins Cookbook.
Meat loaf
Beef stew, fairly light
Welsh Lamb stew
Adapted from a pipingpotcurry.com recipe
No grapes or walnuts
Baked tilapia
Adapted from a Dole recipe
Low(-ish) fat
Adapted from "Magnificent Muffins Cookbook"
A lamb stew for St. David's Day.
Beef stew
Adapted from a Delia Smith recipe.
Use leftover pastry and whatever fruits you have.
Adapted from a SOS Cuisine recipe
Adapted from "The Happy Herbivore"
Adapted from a Food.com recipe
Adapted from a Dole recipe.
Adapted from a Driscoll's recipe. Note: Makes 8 servings, not 16
This is adapted from a recipe on SOS.com
Adapted from a Jamie Oliver recipe
Adapted from a recipe by the Heart and Stroke Foundation
Zucchini Vache-qui-rit soup. Can be made with roma tomatoes peeled, seeded and cooked (or canned), or with asparagus, or with anything.
Adapted from a recipe by Tzu Chi University
Plus veggies
Can use pork or beef, both cut very thin.
Apparently this dish is called a clafouti. Whatever it's called, it's delicious and not too harmful.
Adapted from a Driscoll's recipe.
Adapted from the recipes that came with a Proctor Silex bread machine.
Adapted from a Food Network chicken recipe.
Breakfast muffins
Adapted from the recipe at http://thelazychef.wordpress.com/2006/02/0
Adapted from an Eggs.ca recipe
Adapted from an allrecipes.com recipe by Marbelet
Adapted from Cookpad.
This can be made with any fruit. You can add sweetener and vanilla to the pastry.
Bran muffins, adapted from the recipe on the Quaker bran box.
Use whatever fruits are in season
Spanakopita, sort of.
This makes 4 mini-quiches to be cooked in a pie-maker, plus some extra bits of pastry.
Meatloaf made in a muffin pan.
This is adapted from a recipe on the SOS Cuisine site. It works with peaches or pears as well.
Makes a good breakfast - lighter than a muffin since there is no fat.
Keep a vanilla pod in a jar of Splenda, and use that Splenda in this recipe.
This recipe is adapted from one by Maha Muhammed, who posts as Arty Cakes or Arti Cakes.
Greek salad with light feta
A lighter version
Can be made with any meat sliced very thin, and any vegetables.
Coleslaw, lightened
Adapted from jubes at Food.com
Chicken and vegetable curry
This is the broth from a slow-cooked chicken with onions, defatted. No salt added.
Adapted from milleniumpacific.com
Use whatever vegetables you have.
Adapted from "Joy of Baking".
Use whatever fruits and nuts you fancy.
Adapted from Mango Salsa with Red Bell Pepper at kalynskitchen.com
You can use any fruit.
Use whatever vegetables you have that can be eaten raw.
Adapted from a "Joy of Baking" recipe. I use a mix of several different frozen berries such as blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, blackberries or chopped strawberries.
Adapted from a heart and Stroke Foundation recipe
Veggie soup
This cheese-scone recipe can be used for stew, or made as free-standing scones. It's adapted from the BBC's Good Food.
Adapted from a recipe by Sylvia Main
No sugar, salt or fat added, so a good substitute for candies.
This is adapted from a Dole recipe from the Dole newsletter.
Little steamed savoury custards. Based on the "Cooking with Dog" recipe.
This is what I thought "Crab and asparagus crepes" would be until I read the whole recipe. Same ingredients (mostly), slightly more heart-healthy and easier and quicker to make.
Can be savoury or sweet.
Based on French Canadian pea soup.
Cranberry sauce, NSA
Needs a double boiler. Use with poultry.
Any vegetables can be used, or none.
Can be made with berries or any other fruit
Quick version.
Good for loaves or hot-cross buns
Can be filled with veggies, grated cheese, fried mushrooms or anything else.
Good with any meat or fish.
Use whatever vegetables you have. These are just what we happened to have this time.
This is from EatingWell, modified.
Can be made with all milk or half milk, half water.
For two people, use half the batter to make regular pancakes first, then add tuna, peppers, onion, parsley and pepper to the rest.
Almost nothing but skim milk in them.
No fat or sugar.
To make them even healthier, use wholewheat flour.
A lighter frittata
Welsh cakes
This bread is made with olive oil, chia seeds and oats.
This frosting goes with the steamed chocolate cupcakes if wished, or any other cake, but it's not heart healthy. It can be replaced by fat-free, sugar-free vanilla yogurt, or custard, or left out altogether.
This recipe can be made as 12 cupcakes or as one whole cake. It has no butter, no added sugar, no egg yolks and no added salt, but it's delicious.
These have much healthier ingredients than regular biscotti, but still taste wonderful.
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Indian Head Massage is a holistic therapy, and by that I mean it treats the person as a whole. It helps to heal and balance the Mind, Body and Spirit, helping to achieve 'Wholeness' with oneself.
Where does it originate?
The routine of an Indian Head Massage or Champissage (the Indian word for head massage) is based on the ancient Ayurvedic healing system in India, and has been passed down the generations for around 1000 years. Originally the treatment would have focused predominantly on the head, massaging and stimulating the hair follicles as they went. The treatment has now developed to include the neck, face, shoulders, upper back and arms also, and that is what is practised in the UK today. The treatment was developed by women who would have been friends and family, they would have massaged the head and hair with oils as a way to develop and sustain bonds between each other. These techniques have passed through the generations to the treatment it is known as today.
So, what is an Indian Head Massage?
It is typically a seated massage that allows the therapist to stimulate pressure points and help alleviate stress, tension and painful knots that may be within muscles within the neck, shoulders, upper back, head and face. It uses techniques to help increase blood flow to the areas worked upon, and it offers a soothing treatment to balance energies.
What are the benefits to a treatment?
The treatment encourages circulation to the areas being massaged. This encourages the fresh supply of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles, skin and surrounding areas so encourages growth, regeneration and toxin elimination from the cells. It stimulates Lymphatic Drainage so helps to detoxify the system, and it also helps to balance and improve energy levels. Indian Head Massage also works with Chi (Life Force Energy), and it helps to balance the Chakras (particularly the upper Crown, Third Eye and Throat Chakras). It helps the client to be in the present (Mindfulness) and enjoy the relaxing, balancing and invigorating art of 'Touch' therapy that us humans drastically need. By helping to balance the energies it allows the treatment to help heal the physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual parts of a person's 'whole' which is why it is a fantastic holistic treatment, and one of the first suggestions I make if a client doesn't know what they want, but needs some help with stress and anxiety relief.
About the Author
Author: Amanda Bullas
About Me: I am a holistic therapist who has practised professionally now for around 2 years, however I completed my qualifications years ago and have practised for a good few years on family and friends. I offer Indian Head Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Thai Foot Massage and Reiki. I live a healthy and balanced lifestyle (with the odd treat, life is for living!) and I try to promote this lifestyle to clients and followers of my blog. I practice Reiki daily and try to fit in Tai Chi when I can. I use crystals in treatments as and when necessary and I love the excitement of knowing that not every client and treatment is ever the same. I have a very interesting job, but to be honest it's more of a lifestyle than a career. Please follow my blog for more insights into what I do. I run a mobile Holistic business called Over The Moonbow.
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Ajlan & Bros, a large Saudi Arabian distribution company specializing in the design, manufacture and supply of clothing across the Middle East has just announced a significant investment in online commerce. Does this present a tipping point in the development of online commerce in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? Three years ago, there was very little attention outside the core early adopters. As with many markets breaking into online commerce, those early adopters were electronics retailers catering to very tech-savvy consumers using simple open-source software or custom developments. Is this move by Ajlan & Bros marking a turning point within the consumer base in the Middle East?
Recent research shows that 29% of Saudi males aged 51+ are willing to purchase online, indicating that the customer-base is moving from the cutting edge to mainstream1. The single largest market in the Gulf Cooperative Council seems to be responding to the trends and desires of the B2C and B2B customers who are looking for the ability to purchase online by investing in this channel.
And what does this activity mean for the future of retailing in the Middle East? Though there is a lot of activity, I predict that there will be a chasm between those who are merely going through the mechanics of allowing customers to purchase online vs, those who are looking to sell online and attract, engage and delight by using the medium to its greatest advantage. There seems to be a much deeper focus and understanding of the importance of delivering a personalized experience and supporting a multi-channel journey that ultimately rewards a sophisticated merchandising approach than I've encountered in the region before. This understanding of the nuances and value that online / commerce anywhere brings is a key indicator that the market is at a tipping point and we're going to see some impressive businesses take advantage and change the game in the region.
From an infrastructural perspective, the Middle East is a dream market for an online retailer. Disposable income is high and mobile use is pervasive. There are 180 mobile phones for each 100 residents in Saudi Arabia with most people carrying two devices, often both smartphones. Tablets are not far behind. (http://www.euromonitor.com/mobile-phones-in-saudi-arabia/report) and (http://english.alarabiya.net/en/business/economy/2013/05/15/Saudi-Telecom-Wild-demand-on-a-developing-supply.html )
The leaders in the market will not be those who are merely online but those who offer seamless integration with Point of Sale, Web and Mobile integration managed by a small and nimble local team who understands the intricacies of selling into the Middle East.
I see potential for a pack of global leaders. Who will emerge on top?
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As I'm sure you can imagine, my disinterest in the finer details of the bottles of Chardonnay lining my refrigerator shelves or the Cabernet Sauvignons on my kitchen counter inevitably causes some struggles when the time comes to restock my stash.
I know I'm not alone here, right?
During a recent trip to the grocery store with a friend, I decided to do a little experiment. I had her select five bottles based solely on the appearance of their labels – vivid graphics, quirky names, and bright colors were all game for making a final decision – and paying literally no attention to make, variety, or region any of the wines derived from. Once on the checkout line, our wine collection was eclectic to say the least, and belonged to no well-known winemakers.
The contenders: Petit, a 2010 Chenin Blanc; Pancake Cellars, a 2010 Big Day White; Project Happiness, a 2009 Chardonnay; Mediterranean Red, a Tempranillo and Merlot blend; and ? (the name is a question mark), a red table wine that is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.
In a taste test, the final verdict was pretty clear, and perhaps unsurprising to anyone who has developed their palate to appreciate a true, flavorful wine. Clearly that's not me, because I had high expectations for each of the wines we brought home.
Two out of three of the whites were completely flat in terms of flavor, and left a bitter yet slightly tart taste in my mouth after just a few sips. "Project Happiness" was slightly silkier with a lighter feel, but still left me craving a more well-balanced glass.
The reds fared slightly better, as both were relatively smooth going down and would have been just fine paired with a simple steak or even a bowl of pasta blanketed in marinara sauce. Although both of their vibrant labels had me hopeful about their respective tastes – even more so than the whites – I was still rather let down at the plainness of each glass. The flavor notes of both reds were stagnant, leaving nothing more than an abstract "red" taste to linger in my mouth. No richness, not a hint of spice, nor any varying level of complexity as I would usually desire in a delicious glass of Cab or Merlot.
Clearly, I need to stop and review the qualities of the next glass I especially enjoy! You can't judge a book by its cover, and it looks like that principle applies to wine as well. I know what I like when I'm drinking it, but perhaps it's time to pay attention to why. Not to say that a bottle of wine hailing itself as "Pancake Cellars" won't find its way into my shopping cart again from time to time…
What? I'm still learning.
How do you choose a new wine?


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Food & Drink
8 decadent hotel breakfasts
By Jessica Colley, Special to CNN • Published 6th September 2013
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Bread served hot out of the oven. Fluffy pancakes topped with huckleberries. An espresso bar. These are the kinds of hotel breakfasts that keep guests from venturing out to a nearby restaurant.
The following properties want each element of your stay to be unforgettable, starting with the first decadent bite of the day. Each of the following breakfasts is included in the nightly rate, so go ahead -- indulge in that second still-warm croissant.
Bespoke Inn, Cafe & Bicycles, Scottsdale, Arizona
The four-room boutique Bespoke Inn, Cafe & Bicycles offers a three-course breakfast full of indulgences for every palate. If you have a sweet tooth, try items such as ginger scones with fresh peaches drizzled in local honey or vanilla French toast with toasted almonds, berries, and real maple syrup.
For those that prefer a savory start to the morning, tuck into a croque madame with black forest ham and gruyere or asparagus topped with poached eggs, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice and parmesan. These breakfasts will set you up for a day of exploring Scottsdale on complimentary Pashley bikes. Starting nightly rate: $259.
The New Hotel, Athens
Countless affordable restaurants with a tasty breakfast fill the capital city of Greece, but the flaky croissants at New Taste -- the ground-floor restaurant in the New Hotel -- are irresistible. Pastries are baked fresh in-house every morning, filling the restaurant with that just-out-of-the-oven aroma.
The bread and pastries are served alongside a refined buffet of fresh fruit, cheeses and meats, along with eggs cooked to order and an espresso bar ready to whip up your favorite morning coffee. Starting nightly rate: About $240 (€180).
Mandarin Oriental, Boston
A decadent breakfast with a sense of place often means one thing in New England: lobster. Breakfast at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston features a lobster omelet with big chunks of lobster, boursin cheese, asparagus, caramelized onions and breakfast potatoes on the side.
Guests looking for an upgrade on a classic should check out the hotel's gourmand version of bacon and eggs with poached eggs, grilled glazed thick cut bacon piled on top of grilled sourdough bread with roasted tomato, arugula and smoked pimenton hollandaise. Starting nightly bed and breakfast rate: $539.
Number 31, Dublin, Ireland
The best breakfasts showcase an authentic taste of your destination. At a boutique guesthouse in central Dublin, traditional Irish brown bread is pulled from the oven each morning, forming the foundation of a distinctly Irish breakfast.
This crumbly bread is a fragrant and hearty accompaniment to smoked salmon and scrambled eggs or a modern execution of a full Irish breakfast, among other cooked-to-order choices.
While awaiting your order, nibble on cranberry and nut cake, vanilla poached pears or mixed berries. Each component of this breakfast is exquisite and served by warm Irish hosts. Starting nightly rate: About $200 (€150).
The Resort at Paws Up, Montana
Fresh Montana air brightens each bite of breakfast at the Resort at Paws Up. Choose accommodations in the luxurious Cliffside Camp overlooking the Blackfoot River and watch a private camp chef pick huckleberries from the surrounding slopes to create fluffy huckleberry pancakes and other memorable dishes.
Linger over freshly brewed coffee and maple glazed bacon for an impressive breakfast in the Montana wilderness. Starting nightly Cliffside Camp rate: $1475, including all meals.
The Torridon, Scotland
Indulgence varies according to destination, and in Scotland, it translates to a full Scottish breakfast with maybe a wee dram of whiskey on the side. This loch-side luxury property sets the table for a leisurely breakfast of free-range highland eggs, potato scones, Cumberland sausages, highland back bacon, grilled tomatoes and more.
Wood-smoked salmon with scrambled eggs and homemade toasted brioche is also a highlight. Travelers looking for the pleasures of natural Scotland will find them at this inn. Bed and breakfast starting nightly rate: About $360 (£230).
Saxon Boutique Hotel, Villas and Spa, Johannesburg, South Africa
What could be a more decadent start to the day than oysters and champagne? That is how executive chef David Higg likes to start his favorite meal of the day.
The continental breakfast also includes smoked Scottish salmon, mini quiches, fresh fruit and scones. For those that might prefer a cooked-to-order breakfast with their complimentary champagne, eggs benedict with Parma ham or French toast with camembert cheese and crispy bacon are also available. Starting nightly rate: About $828 (ZAR8170)
Twin Farms
Barnard, Vermont
Surrounded by 300 acres of meadows in Vermont, Twin Farms makes an impression with its breakfast as well as its location. Many guests return raving about the lemon soufflé pancakes, served with Vermont strawberries.
These light-as-air pancakes are a perfect accompaniment to fragrant Kona coffee, a nod to the owners' Hawaiian roots. This all-inclusive Relais & Chateaux property also offers fresh pastries served with jam made from berries picked on site. All-inclusive starting nightly rate: $1450, including all meals, alcoholic beverages, use of facilities and gratuities.
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UP seeks to add parties to Midland crash lawsuit
Union Pacific wants to lay some blame for a train crash that killed four veterans riding in a parade on the city and county governments of Midland and the parade organizers, according to a motion filed by the railroad.
UP, which has been sued by some of the survivors of the crash, seeks to add to the lawsuits both governments and Show of Support, the nonprofit organization that hosted the parade in Midland on Nov. 15 as part of its annual salute to injured veterans.
A freight train traveling 62 mph slammed into one of two floats carrying veterans and their spouses.
"As of this time, we do not plan on filing a lawsuit against the city, county of Midland or Show of Support, which together were primarily responsible for planning and carrying out the veterans' parade. However, since those three entities were involved in the events that led up to the collision," they are named as responsible third parties, UP said in a statement.
Lawsuits were filed in Midland and Dallas counties on behalf of nine of the 12 couples on the float. Also sued was Smith Industries Inc., which owns the flatbed trailer used as a float and employs the man who drove it, Dale Andrew Hayden.
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A trial date of April 14, 2014, has been set for the lawsuit filed in Midland County on behalf of seven couples. No date has been set for a similar lawsuit filed in Dallas County on behalf of two couples. Both suits claim UP failed to adequately warn the parade float driver of an approaching train at the crossing.
UP's motion to include the three parties was filed Feb. 15.
A spokeswoman for Midland said the city does not comment on civil litigation, and a spokesman for Show of Support also declined to comment.
Calls to the Midland County judge and sheriff were not immediately returned.
Show of Support did not have a parade permit, a violation of the city's special events ordinance, and UP spokeswoman Raquel Espinoza-Williams has said that the railroad was unaware of the parade and that floats would be crossing the tracks.
Although the event lacked a permit, the procession was escorted by officers with the Midland Police Department and Midland County Sheriff's Office, who were nearby when the float crossed the tracks after the crossing's warning system had been activated.
One officer escorting the parade was injured when her vehicle was struck by the flatbed trailer as it swung about 90 degrees after the collision, which killed Army Sgt. Joshua Michael, 34; Army Sgt. William Lubbers, 43; Marine Chief Warrant Officer Gary Stouffer, 37; and Army Sgt. Maj. Lawrence Boivin, 47.
When UP is made aware of an event crossing its tracks, it evaluates the situation on a case-by-case basis, Espinoza-Williams said, and can make adjustments, sometimes by changing train speeds. Last year, UP accommodated more than 115 events in Texas, she said.
Three days before UP's motion was filed, the city of Midland adopted a new events ordinance, which bans permits for processions that cross railroad tracks.
The new ordinance goes into effect Friday, city spokeswoman Sara Higgins said.
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EAST MCKEESPORT (KDKA) – A Pepsi truck crashed into an East McKeesport building Wednesday morning and caused significant damage.
According to officials at the scene, the truck driver lost control and crashed into an apartment building in the 1100-block of Broadway Avenue just before noon.
There are no reported injuries in the crash.
However, the crash left significant cracks in the building and at least 12 residents have been forced to evacuate.
The driver told police he took his eyes off the road for a second and hit the first car.
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9 reasons you should download iOS 10 now
iOS 10 is here and it's pretty awesome.
If you're slightly skeptical about some of the operating system's features or simply reluctant to change, we've compiled nine awesome reasons why you should put your fears aside and download iOS 10 right now.
SEE ALSO: 12 hidden features in iOS 10
1. You can FINALLY delete those stock apps you never used
Finally, the days of hiding all those unused stock apps in a folder are gone.
Unlike previous software updates, iOS 10 allows you to easily "remove" Apple's built-in apps from your home screen, the same way you would delete any other app.
By touching and holding down the icon until it jiggles, you can now delete apps like Calculator, Calendar, Compass, iTunes Store, News, Stocks and Weather, among others.
I've never been so happy to delete something as I am deleting the Stocks app. Dreams do come true. #iOS10 pic.twitter.com/DQcaSs3loU
— Felecia Wellington (@fdwellington) September 13, 2016
Hello, iOS 10! Goodbye, stupid stock and compass app that no one ever used!
— Amberley Arnold (@amberley17) September 14, 2016
The fact that I was just able to delete the Apple weather app off my iPhone is AMAZING. Love iOS 10 already.
— Justin McKee (@JustinMcKeeWx) September 14, 2016
Though removing built-in apps gives you the freedom to further personalize your Home screen, if certain apps are deleted they can affect other system functionalities.
Have no fear, you can always add them back.
2. You now have the power to turn words into emoji
Messaging just got a lot more fun. In addition to the new and updated emoji, iOS 10 comes with a fancy new feature which lets the emoji speak for themselves. This cool new keyboard function allows you to tap on words that correspond with emoji, such as "apple," "beach," "basketball," etc. and replace them with the actual emoji image.
3. You can send a bunch of cool stickers
Updated emoji aren't the only cool new visuals you can send on iOS 10. The update gives you easy keyboard access to GIFS and a whole bunch of exciting stickers, which can be downloaded in the App Store. Though some popular stickers like Disney, Pokémon Pixel Art, Star Wars, and Kimoji cost money to download, other amazing sticker packs like Super Mario Run are free and oh so necessary for messaging.
4. You can enlarge things with this neat magnifier tool
Forgot your glasses? No worries. Thanks to iOS 10 your phone's camera can easily be converted into a magnifying glass. Once enabled, the magnifying feature enlarges anything seen through your phone's camera lens
To enable the tool go to: Settings > General > Accessibility > Magnifier (then click the Home button three times in your camera to use).
5. There are new typing and locking sounds
If you're one of those iPhone users who always has your phone on silent, you might be missing out on the new iOS 10 keyboard and lock sounds. The update has slightly redesigned the infamous (and slightly obnoxious) keyboard and lock clicks, and some people find the new noise oddly satisfying.
the new keyboard click sound on ios 10 is like the most satisfying noise ever
— daniella (@dannibaileyy) September 14, 2016
Do love the new sound of the keyboard and the locking noice on iOS 10 😍
— Leah (@leahxsenior) September 14, 2016
the new ios 10 keyboard noise is so bloody satisfying:) could easily just sit here all day typing and back spacing
— jords (@__jordan__h) September 14, 2016
6. Sharing web links got even easier
Somehow, iOS 10 has made the not-so strenuous action of copying and pasting web links even easier.
Rather than pressing on a link to copy and pasting it in the desired location, iOS 10 allows you to easily share links by long-pressing them.
Once you hold your finger on the link you wish to send, a new "Share" option will appear.
7. You can easily send music previews via Messages
Want to recommend an artist to a friend or give someone a quick preview of the song you've had on repeat for the last week? You're in luck. With iOS 10 you can send Apple Music previews of your recently played songs with the touch of a button.
8. Accessing your camera is ridiculously simple
With iOS 10, virtually no effort is required to access your camera. The latest software update has made snapping photos as simple as swiping left on your lock screen.
9. You can finally open the Camera app while playing music
Hallelujah! iOS 10 finally fixed one of the more irritating iPhone features — the inability to simultaneously listen to music and open up the Camera app. In iOS 10, audio playback is now unaffected when the Camera app is enabled — until, of course, video mode is activated.


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Dr. Jianhua Ju received his B.S. degree (1982) and MS degree (1986) with a major in Semiconductor Physics and Chemistry from Shanghai University, Ph. D degree (2001) in Microelectronics and Solid Electronics from Shanghai Institute of Physics and Technology, Academy of China. From 1986 to 1998 he worked for Shanghai University holding various positions from assistant professor to associate professor. His research field was in diamond and diamond-like amorphous-carbon film deposition, characterization and application in optical devices.
From November 2001, Dr. Ju joined Semiconductor Manufacturing International Cooperation in Shanghai as senior engineer then principal engineer working on 0.18um/0.13um low-power logic core and IO device development. Dr Ju was promoted to technology manager and then senior manager leading 65nm/55nm low-power logic device teams to set up technology platforms. As assistant director Dr Ju lead the 40nm device team to successfully develop this technology low-power core, SRAM and IO device platform and transferred to high volume production as SMIC. Now he is leading 20/14nm device team to develop FinFET logic devices. Dr. Ju is a co-inventor of 30 issued US and Chinese patents and 13 patent applications and a co-author of more than 30 journal and conference publications.


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- 20g fresh ginger - finely chopped
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- 100g watercress - finely chopped
- 2 eggs
- 190g sun-dried tomato paste
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- 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
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- 2. Add the boiled chicken in your food processor and process until it is chopped.
- 3. In a medium bowl, add chopped chicken, garlic, ginger, onion, carrot, steamed rice, watercress and mix it to combine evenly.
- 4. Now add all the sauce ingredients into the chicken mixture and mix well.
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Are you one of those avid reader, eater, and cyclist types? If so, "Dinner and Bikes," an event Thursday night at Shelby Farms, is just the kind of thing you've been looking for.
Three West Coast travelers — Chef Joshua Ploeg, independent publisher Joe Biel, and cycling enthusiast and author Elly Blue — will be swinging into town to share a vegan feast, show off some books and zines, and talk cycling with Memphians. The event is part of a month-long tour of the Southeastern United States dedicated to sharing vegan food and cycling inspiration.
While we can't wait to learn more about bicycle transportation in a city that was recently selected by the Bikes Belong Foundation to receive new and improved bike lanes, we're a little more interested in what will be going on our plates.
Not surprisingly, Chef Ploeg is a fly-by-the-seat-of-your-bike kind of guy. Matt Farr of Shelby Farms tells us when he asked Ploeg what ingredients to purchase for the vegan dinner, he responded, "I don't know. Go crazy."
And so it seems the element of surprise is as real to us as it is to Chef Ploeg. One thing we do know is that all of the food will be locally sourced and provided by the Farm-to-Fork Fellowship program in the Greenline Gardens at Shelby Farms Park as well as Urban Farms in Binghampton.
The vegan dinner bell rings Thursday, May 3rd, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased on the Memphis Hightailers website (memphishightailers.com) or by calling 767-7275.
Shelby Farms, 500 North Pine Lake (767-7275)
Since the food-truck ordinance passed last spring, the health department has certified nearly 45 food trucks for operation. Still, the scatter plot of food trucks on Memphis streets seems less like a food-truck scene than, well, a scatter plot.
Taylor Berger of YoLo fame is working to fix that by bringing local food truckers together as members of the Memphis Food Truck Association.
"When I learned that there were 45 trucks on the road that were certified, I realized I only know about four of them," Berger says. "I started looking around, and other cities have food-truck associations and a good website that shows where everybody is in real time and a calendar of where everybody is planning to be for the next few weeks."
Berger hopes the organization will bring as many food trucks into the fold as possible to encourage food trucking in Memphis. He's already planning a Downtown Lunch Food Truck Rodeo on May 10th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Court Square, and another one on June 2nd at Overton Park for the opening of the dog park.
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"A lot of folks may be amazing cooks but could use help with social media and promoting themselves. We could all share best practices with each other," Berger says. "There are so many of us, I feel like if we all came together we could make the food-truck scene awesome."
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Party Politics – the worst thing for the Constitutional Review in Tanzania
As the Constitutional Review Assembly in Tanzania is commencing this week, there are a number of issues that the Assembly and the Tanzanian public need to consider.
Constitution, at the very general level, is an instrument that is meant to uphold the rule of law and to guide the country in key decision making especially with regards to territorial /state administration, values, citizenship, human rights, leadership, and resource management. Because it is one of the most institutionalized documents, it is very difficult to change it once passed. Since independence in 1961, Tanzania has had one constitution with only a few amendments. The current review is meant to produce a document that will guide Tanzania at least for the next fifty years.
This 'sacredness' of constitution requires sober and objective thinking. Unfortunately, from the very beginning, the constitutional review process has been garroted by party politics, which are proving to be counter-productive. At this point, it's worthy mentioning that the Constitutional Review Commission (as well as the President) has tried best to ignore party politics and very objectively take into consideration the public opinion. However, there are scaring trends in which we see emotional party politics in some of the key parts of the draft constitution.
Here I will discuss one of these pressing parts of the constitution that needs bipartisan thorough thinking and evaluation. Unfortunately this is the part of the constitution that has been strangled by the party politics to the extent that it cannot receive free oxygen from the public.
This is the issue of the union between Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar and the consequent government structure. Aj In the draft constitution that is to be analyzed and discussed by the Assembly, it is proposed that there will be Union Government together with independent governments for Zanzibar and for Tanzania mainland (Tanganyika). In general, one can call this a federal government arrangement. The Commission proposed this kind of arrangement based on the public opinion. While the main political party-CCM is against this kind of arrangement and in favor of the existing arrangement – i.e. One government with Zanzibar having its own government. The main opposition party is vaguely pro the federal government as suggested in the draft.
In this brief article, I will not go into discussing their arguments for pro and against (which I think none of the party have articulated them properly) but I will emphasis how wrong it is to handle such a crucial issue into party politics.
I am convinced that each of the party's stances is totally determined by their wish to either remain or get into power. It is thus about power. Not national interests. If the two political parties were looking into this issue from a national interest point of view, we would have seen a more lively debate with objective arguments. To this point, most party followers are supporting their party stance without being sure of what exactly their stance entails. Why can't we have sober public debates in various forums such as TVs, Social Networks, Radio, etc and outline the advantages and disadvantages of each of the two union arrangements? It is obvious that having a stable union is key to our national security in terms of security, trade, and even those other interests that constructivists will consider such as values, ideas, identity, culture, and image.
We need to learn from Kenya, a neighboring country that has recently and successfully passed a new constitution after many years of reviewing process. In 2006 while doing my MA in Nairobi, I witnessed a broken 'regime' due to different opinions that leaders in government had concerning the draft constitution. Raila Odinga broke off from Mwai Kibaki's government as their opinion on the draft constitution differed. Two camps were formed Orange- No, and the Banana-Yes. The two groups articulated their position very well before the referendum. The results were that the Orange camp won, which meant starting reviewing the constitution again. One may say that Raila and Kibaki did not belong to the same party before the 2002 elections and they only formed a coalition to get KANU off power, but the truth is they were both in NARC Coalition and were ruling the government together.
We can also learn from the UK ongoing debates on Scotland independence, where we see the most opposing figures Ed Balls (Labour) and George Osborne (Conservative) strategizing together. Their uniting point is national interest.
I do not have any proof of this, but I know that there are people in CCM who have different views and also there are people in CHADEMA who have different views to the party stance. But we do not see these people coming out and boldly oppose their party stance. Why are we (Tanzanians) ruled by fear, emotions, and unproductive loyalty fuelled by fear? Is this the kind of political culture we are embracing? We have to be openly critical and call upon sober and objective debate to discuss this issue of the union. The public needs to pressure the Assembly towards objective analysis and away from party politics. If we only go by party politics in this, it is obvious that CCM stance will win as Dr. Kitila Mkumbo analyzed it a few weeks ago.
Apart from Constitutional matters, there are other two pressing issues that Tanzanians need to look and address them from a bipartisan point of view. These are the issue of elephant poaching and increased economic growth amidst persistent poverty.
The issue of elephant poaching in Tanzania is very painful. It is also hard to tackle just like any other international organized crimes. I must commend the government in particular President Jakaya Kikwete and the Minister for Tourism Hon. Lazaro Nyalandu for working day and night in trying to stop this crime. It is an issue that touches directly into the national interests especially the economy and also ecology. Unfortunately, we have not seen a bipartisan effort in trying to address this problem. We sometimes hear of criticisms, which are only counter- productive to the efforts done. I wish to see leaders of all political parties actively engaging with the government to fight this syndicate.
Another issue is that of increasing economic growth amidst persistent poverty. This is a paradox to all of us. Both political parties need to objectively discuss and figure out what we can do to develop our economy for the benefit of all of us. This is a developmental issue and party politiking is not helpful at all.
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