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Shuck you very much!
Since moving to Brisbane several months ago, I've had various people tell me about a coffee house that I absolutely must visit. So the other week I decided to meet a friend and see for myself exactly what everyone keeps raving about. I'm talking about Shucked Coffee House, a trendy little café tucked away in the industrial streets of Newstead.
And yes, I know exactly what you're thinking. What an unlikely place for a coffee house and you'd be right, but at the same time, discovering Shucked amongst a group of car dealerships is what makes it such a gem. Best known for its breakfasts, brunches and incredible coffee, Shucked will leave you with nothing else to say but, "shucks, that was so brunch-alicious!"
Originally a warehouse, Shucked has been transformed into a modern coffee house/cafe which carries vintage tones and an all over warming feeling. The atmosphere is inviting from the moment you step through the door. The staff are all smiles and extremely friendly (not to mention helpful when it comes to choosing what to eat as the choices are endless). Needless to say, it's the perfect place to bring a group of friends on a late Saturday morning, sip lattes, catch up and share a plate (or two).
It was about midday when my friend Katerina and I ordered. As I had skipped breakfast, I was craving eggs and after much contemplation, I eventually opted for the sweet potato rosti served with poached egg, wilted spinach, crispy bacon and caramelised balsamic onion. Katerina chose the lunch special that just so happened to be homemade rabbit ragout served with parmesan cheese and toasted turkish bread. All of it was absolutely divine!
Feeling extremely comforted after such a satisfying meal, there was no way we could leave straight away so Katerina and I decided to be adventurous and ordered chili hot chocolates. While I've had chili hot chocolates in the past (and loved them) this one was like no other. After one sip, our lips began to burn, our mouths were on fire and neither of us could reach for the water fast enough. As a person who doesn't mind a bit of spice, lets just say I won't be having one of those anytime soon.
Sadly, parking near Shucked is a bit of a problem. While there's an array of paid (and unpaid) parking bays, getting one is difficult given the amount of people who work in the surrounding area, so catching public transport is highly recommended. But apart from that, Shucked is a definite must, whether you live in Brisbane or are just passing through. You won't be disappointed and if you don't believe me, you can always check them out on Urbanspoon.
Booked out!
If I asked you to tell me one thing that we do on a daily basis you'd probably say eat, sleep, walk but what about read? We can't go anywhere these days without reading something, whether it be facebook messages, text messages or emails. Depending on what you're reading, you may or may not consider it a joy but honestly, nothing beats curling up in bed (or on the couch) reading a good book.
Early last month, my housemate told me about the Lifeline Bookfest being held at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Brisbane. It's an annual event not only held in Brisbane but throughout Queensland, drawing large crowds of bookworms over consecutive days.
As someone who had never been before (I love how Brisbane is exposing me to events like this), it sounded great and as an avid reader I thought I might as well tag along and check it out. However when the day came, my plans changed at the last minute and I decided not to go. I later regretted this decision when my housemate arrived home with a bagful of books including novels, cookbooks and various other goodies.
"Darn, I knew I should've gone," I thought to myself.
Last weekend however, I was on the Gold Coast and had some time to spare. Unsure of what I was going to do with myself, I called a friend who just so happened to mention the Lifeline Bookfest was on at Parklands that weekend. Without thinking, I jumped in my car and quickly made my way there. This time, I wasn't going to miss out!
It was 2pm on Sunday afternoon when I arrived and from the moment I walked through the doors, I was greeted by an endless amount of books beckoning my name. To be honest, I didn't even know where to begin, but the fiction hardbacks looked like a good place to start.
I spent two whole hours (which felt like five minutes) slowly perusing the endless rows of books. During that time, I'm pretty sure I lost count of the number of Dan Brown books (mostly the Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons). While I was particularly after some George Orwell classics (namely Animal Farm and 1984), I came across some other goodies that I have been intending to read for a while.
One is The Shack by WM. Paul Young and the other, Q&A by Vikas Swarup, which the movie Slumdog Millionaire is based on. I even scored myself a two-dollar Brisbane and Gold Coast street directory, which now permanently lives, in my car for those days when I just can't seem to find my way around town. All up, I spent fourteen dollars and have myself some fantastic reads which I cannot wait to get into!
Lifeline Bookfest is a great family event that really does have something for everyone. Books span over 20 different categories and are broken into three different sections – high quality, priced and unpriced. This year's Brisbane Bookfest that was held from 9-12 June, raised over $70,000 with all proceeds going towards UnitingCare Community's Lifeline service, including Lifeline's 24-hour Crisis Line.
So not only do you score some real bargains but you can walk away knowing your money has been donated to a worthwhile cause. If you missed this year's Bookfest, don't worry, Brisbane's next Lifeline Bookfest will be held from Saturday January 19 to Sunday January 27, 2013 (which really isn't that far away). So pencil it in your diary and keep that day free because this is one event you won't want to miss!!
For more information, head to: http://www.uccommunity.org.au/brisbane-bookfest or 'like' them on facebook http://www.facebook.com/LifelineBookfest
Sweet as sugar
In May this year, I was given the opportunity to attend the Noosa Food and Wine Festival (as a budding food journo) and it was while I was checking out the culinary exhibition that this particular stall caught my eye (which may have something to do with sweets being my guilty pleasure). And with macadamia shortbreads that are 'to die for', I thought it would be unkind for me not to share some of the sweetness with you…
Hailing from Epping in Sydney, SWEETNESS The Patisserie specialises in all things sweet and the selection they brought with them this year were some of the most decadent treats one could only dream of.
SWEETNESS owner and founder, Gena Karpf, said it was their second time at the festival and that they had come back to share their love and passion of all things sweet. As summed up by Gena, "sugar is what we do".
In 2011, SWEETNESS The Patisserie was a finalist in Delicious Magazine's Produce Awards (from the earth category) for their delicious mini macadamia shortbreads. These delicate little beauties literally melt in the mouth and it's easy to see why these pastry chefs are so good at and really enjoy what they do – you can taste it in every bite.
SWEET Mallows are another signature indulgence. These lavish handmade marshmallows are available in 30 different flavours, so there's bound to be one to suit any type of taste bud. Another tasty treat is SWEETNESS' signature dark chocolate and orange slices, perfect as an after dinner refreshment.
"While they are time consuming to make, that's exactly what defines them," Gena said.
For more of the sweetness head to: www.sweetness.com.au or find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/SWEETNESSThePatisserie
My beautiful friend, where will I meet you?
Each morning when I drive to work, I pass this gorgeous little coffee shop in Albion. The white back drop and big black writing catches my attention every time. Well, at least I thought it was just a coffee shop until the day I decided to check it out for myself and my oh my, I couldn't have been more mistaken. Ma Belle Amie which translates to 'my beautiful friend' is more than just a coffee shop. It's a cafe and gift store bundled into one and 'a place for beautiful friendships'.
Nestled in the heart of Albion across the road from the train station lies this quaint little abode which has been open for just over a year. Immediately after entering, my eyes are greeted to a world of colour and I am drawn to all things beautiful and feminine. With a diverse range of giftware, this gorgeous little shop will have you poking every corner. French inspired? oui, and to top it off this place is decorated with hanging parasols, floral wallpaper, and shelves of trinkets draped in fairy lights only adds to the delight.
The range of giftware is endless from teacups and saucers to photo frames, jewellery, clothing, clocks and DIY kits – something to tickle every girls fancy. There's also a selection of quirky cards and stunning gift wrap, perfect for that special occasion. While some products are sourced from overseas, owner Clarissa Rayward also sells a range of Australian products including local Brisbane wares.
And what would a cafe be without good coffee and great service? Soft tunes while sipping your pot of tea or cup of coffee makes Ma Belle Amie the ideal spot for catching up with a friend (or two). But if it's lunch you're after, the girls have that covered as well. With a range of delicious lunch options including homemade pies, quiches and vegetarian lasagne all served with fresh salad (made on the spot), you'll be left wanting more. My personal favourite however is the mushroom and blue cheese arancini. Even now just thinking about it, my mouth is starting to salivate – it's that darn good!
For those with a sweet tooth, don't worry, Ma Belle Amie has an amazing selection of scrumptious sweets including vanilla passionfruit slice, coconut macaroons, apple crumble and caramel flan and chocolate mud cakes (just to name a few). Oh, and no cafe would be complete without homemade cupcakes. It's easy to say, I think I may have just found my new favourite hang out.
So next time you're in Brisbane, make time to stop by Albion and check out this treasure – Shop 1, 10 Albion Rd, Albion or visit them online www.mabelleamie.com.au or on Facebook www.facebook.com.au/mabelleamie


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Was born 1988 in Lisboa, Portugal and started playing cello and trumpet at Orquestra Metropolitana de Lisboa at the age of 7. In 1999 joined Conservatório Nacional de Música de Lisboa to study classical and music theory and in the current year recorded his first album - Multiples - with Ernesto Rodrigues and José Oliveira out on Creative Sources Recordings.
Apart from work in music ensembles ranging for contemporary classical to free improvisation, also works with live music poetry, theatre and film-music. After lengthy residency in Lisboa, (1988-2016) moved to Berlin and has been active as composer and improviser in the scene.
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A big thank you to everyone who visited Aquafest 2017 - hopefully you had as much fun as we did. Great weather, great crowd, great rafts, and great selection of vendors and exhibitors.
Thank you all for making this great event possible, and we hope to see you all again this year.
Welcome to Aquafest, Ely's Premier Community event which will be in it's 40th year in 2018! Ely Aquafest is held on the first Sunday in July, the date for 2018 is Sunday 1st of July
Aquafest covers three premier sites along the riverside, Lavender Green, Jubilee Gardens and the Maltings Green,and is a must for families of all ages and interests.
Whether you are 9 or 90 Aquafest has something to offer YOU!
There is also the fun fair, beer tent, burger bar and stalls - a miscellany of charity stalls, with charity, craft and a variety of business stalls there providing something of interest to all.
A major crowd pleaser is the amazing Annual Raft Race on the River Ouse, with numerous decorated rafts, everyone enters into the spirit of the day and fun is had by all.
Meanwhile the two arenas provide varied entertainment through the day, often featuring local talent. There is music, dancing, interesting demonstration and audience participation.
Organised by the Rotary Clubs of Ely, with our main sponsors - Thorlabs, Charles Daniel, Tucker Gardner, Ward Gethin Archer, Whitings and The Ely Standard - we are proud that we are able to provide this event FREE for ALL. Please click the following link to visit the Rotary Club of Ely website, and click here to visit the Rotary Club of Ely Hereward.
We also have a great Raffle every year, Please buy some tickets and help support this wonderful local event, with any profit from this event donated to local charities and worthwhile causes.
You can also see our Facebook page at @elyaquafest
We hope to see you there!
Please note that there is no car parking on the Aquafest sites and you are asked to use the usual Ely public car parks - details of which can be found on the East Cambs website.


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I received this information from the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) about World Rainbow Hotels (www.worldrainbowhotels.com):
World Rainbow Hotels has today launched a program to bring together a collection of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) friendly hotels.
(London, 13th October 2010): Never before have agencies and corporate bookers been able to search for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT)-friendly hotels on the GDS. They have had to rely solely on travel guides and internet sites to fulfill their GLBT client's needs.
World Rainbow Hotels is introducing the first ever GLBT-specific rate-codes that will be bookable on the GDS as well as a selection of websites. The World Rainbow Hotels team will be promoting the new rate plans to travel agents and corporate bookers, so that they will be better equipped to offer their clients GLBT-welcoming accommodation, carefully selected through a strict set of criteria.
Mark Lewis, Managing Director at HotelREZ, who is launching the World Rainbow Hotels program, says "It is not enough just to say an establishment is "Gay-welcoming". GLBT consumers should be able to have reassurance that hotel staff understands their travel concerns and how to meet them."
Staff at the hotels accepted into World Rainbow Hotels rate program will need to undertake "GayComfort" training online to increase awareness and levels of confidence with requests and situations that they may not be familiar with. GLBT guests will sense this natural confidence and will therefore feel more welcome at the hotels.


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Saturday, 18 February 2012
There and back again
She's back.
Yesterday I collected Tricia (my boarding school friend since we were 14 years old) from the station, to stay for her final fortnight before returning briefly to the North East, then departing for her own home in Australia.
Today we went to Porlock Weir. The weather changed rapidly.
We got very wet.
After a comforting lunch in Porlock, the dogs snoozing in the steamed-up car, the weather changed again, and off we went up Dunkery Hill.
Tricia dreams of spotting a stag, but no such luck today.
Too cold and windy for that trek up to the beacon itself, so we came home the scenic way (is there any other?) via Wootton Courtenay.
There were lambs in the fields.
And at Bratton, the teeniest ford with the teeniest footbridge.
But despite the blue skies, we came home chilled....
And did this:
16 comments:
- Toffeeapple said...
There has been changeable weather here too, it started dull and grey, then stair-rods then no cloud and bright sunshine. Big black clouds coming over now. Looks like you two have had a marvellous day and are grateful for the stove!
- 18 February 2012 at 17:34
- mountainear said...
Snow flurries here. Brr. Now had enough of this drab season. Cheered by your beautiful landscape and cosy wood burner.
- 18 February 2012 at 17:39
ahhh, toes by the fire. i know what thats like.
- 18 February 2012 at 17:53
We had a little bt of snow today, but it didn't lie. The scenery is beautiful. Like you, we have our feet up enjoying a bazing stove!!
- 18 February 2012 at 17:56
- Rattling On said...
Humm, it's snowing here. Torrential rain all morning (at least it filled the pond by at least two inches) and very cold. No lambs...
- 18 February 2012 at 18:51
- jabblog said...
Bright, then rain, then a little brighter, then more rain . . . now it's raining. The dogs enjoyed their walk and the crows called for their biscuits.
- 18 February 2012 at 19:29
- SmitoniusAndSonata said...
Toasty toes , a cup of tea and lots of " whatever happened to...? " .
Very warming !
- 18 February 2012 at 20:04
- Lucille said...
Dull and spitty. Much ground ivy pulling, brief respite by woodburner and then back to the Smoke.
- 18 February 2012 at 21:18
- Lyn said...
it was very odd weather today....rain, sleet sunshine but cold!
I think you had the right idea!
- 18 February 2012 at 23:42
- Bow Street Flowers said...
Across the Pond, we're basically skipping winter..or so it seems. Today sunny and almost warm. I'm smitten with your countryside and a little envious of your guest!
- 18 February 2012 at 23:58
- BumbleVee said...
oooooh yeh .... that looks nice and toasty...
- 19 February 2012 at 00:27
- Eunice said...
It's such an "ahhh" moment when you can spend time with your best friend whether it's going for a walk or enjoying the fire. Enjoy time with your BF and I hope you have a lovely visit with each other :)
- 19 February 2012 at 01:33
- judy in ky said...
The fire looks so inviting! It probably smells good, too.
- 19 February 2012 at 01:46
- zephyr said...
- 19 February 2012 at 16:41
- Frances said...
Ah yes....the rain on Saturday. I was walking my pal's yorkie in a sudden downpour. Drowned rat didn't really cover how she looked . She was not a happy bunny ( dog ! )
- 19 February 2012 at 20:04
- Annie (Lady M) x said...
Beautiful photographs - especially of the views over the hills. And how I wish I was there when you lit the woodburner!!
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Kane returns from suspension as Jets host Ducksby Patrick Williams
DUCKS (20-6-5) at JETS (15-9-6)
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Jets will have left wing Evander Kane back in their lineup when they host the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday.
Kane served a two-game suspension this week for his hit from behind on Anaheim defenseman Clayton Stoner at MTS Centre on Dec. 7. The suspension was the first of Kane's career.
Kane, who has four goals this season, will skate with center Adam Lowry and right wing Matt Halischuk against the Ducks, who won their sixth consecutive game 4-2 against the Edmonton Oilers on Friday.
"It's no fun sitting out," Kane said. "I'm looking forward to playing tonight.
"Lowry is a big, strong guy down low. He has played pretty well as of late. And then you have [Halischuk], who is a real hard worker and gets on [opponents] quickly. He has some underestimated skill and can make some plays."
Coach Paul Maurice says that Kane's spot on the third line is based on him not wanting to alter Winnipeg's top two lines. Along with the top line of left wing Andrew Ladd, center Bryan Little and right wing Blake Wheeler, Maurice has a second line of Mark Scheifele centering left wing Mathieu Perreault and right wing Michael Frolik.
"You look at trying to not disrupt what you like," Maurice said. "[Frolik] has something going with [the second line]. I also think that Lowry and Halischuk following the puck the way they've been on it, I'd like to keep the zone time they've had. They've had some really good chances. A shooter [like Kane] on that line would good.
"Disrupt as little as you possibly can if you're overall generally pleased with the way that your team is playing."
The Jets begin a four-game homestand Saturday and Maurice said that he has been happy with his players' consistency. The Jets have points in their past eight games (5-0-3) and in 19 of their past 23 games (13-4-6).
"I've said before, [competing] is the best thing we do," Maurice said.
However, Anaheim leads the NHL with 45 points and is tied for the NHL lead in wins (20) with the Chicago Blackhawks.
"I think there's an excitement now about this game here tonight," Maurice said. "One of the best teams in the League, and they're fast. So, you're on or you lose."
The Ducks continue their five-game road trip against Winnipeg and are in the middle of a stretch of seven of eight games on the road.
The Ducks did not have a morning skate Saturday after a late arrival from Edmonton.
Goaltender Michael Hutchinson will start for the Jets. Frederik Andersen has started 17 consecutive games for the Ducks. If Andersen does not start, backup Jason LaBarbera is available. LaBarbera dressed Friday after missing five games with a hand injury.
Here are the projected lineups:
Rene Bourque – Ryan Getzlaf – Devante Smith-Pelly
Matt Beleskey – Ryan Kesler – Kyle Palmieri
Andrew Cogliano – Rickard Rakell – Jakob Silfverberg
Patrick Maroon – Nate Thompson – Tim Jackman
Scratched: Mark Fistric, Chris Wagner
Injured: Francois Beauchemin (finger), Eric Brewer (foot), John Gibson (groin), Corey Perry (knee)
Andrew Ladd – Bryan Little – Blake Wheeler
Mathieu Perreault – Mark Scheifele – Michael Frolik
Evander Kane – Adam Lowry – Matt Halischuk
Chris Thorburn – Jim Slater – Anthony Peluso
Ben Chiarot – Dustin Byfuglien
Scratched: Julien Brouillette, TJ Galiardi
Injured: Zach Bogosian (lower body), Grant Clitsome (undisclosed), Toby Enstrom (lower body)
Status report: Anaheim defenseman Ben Lovejoy played Friday after missing 21 games with a broken finger. Lovejoy skated 18:12 in his first game since Oct. 26…Ducks right wing Corey Perry (knee) will miss his fourth consecutive game…Winnipeg left wing TJ Galiardi, who played two games this week with Kane out after being a healthy scratch for 11 consecutive games, will not dress against Anaheim.
Who's hot: Ducks right wing Kyle Palmieri (two goals, three assists) and center Ryan Kesler (four goals, two assists) extended their point streaks to four games Friday…Ladd also has a four-game point streak (three goals, four assists).


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2 Timothy 4 American Standard Version (ASV)
4 [a]I charge thee in the sight of God, and of Christ Jesus, who shall judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: 2 preach the word; be urgent in season, out of season; [b]reprove, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching. 3 For the time will come when they will not endure the [c]sound [d]doctrine; but, having itching ears, will heap to themselves teachers after their own lusts; 4 and will turn away their ears from the truth, and turn aside unto fables. 5 But be thou sober in all things, suffer hardship, do the work of an evangelist, fulfil thy ministry. 6 For I am already being [e]offered, and the time of my departure is come. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith: 8 henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give to me at that day; and not to me only, but also to all them that have loved his appearing.
9 Give diligence to come shortly unto me: 10 for Demas forsook me, having loved this present [f]world, and went to Thessalonica; Crescens to [g]Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. 11 Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee; for he is useful to me for ministering. 12 But Tychicus I sent to Ephesus. 13 The cloak that I left at Troas with Carpus, bring when thou comest, and the books, especially the parchments. 14 Alexander the coppersmith [h]did me much evil: the Lord will render to him according to his works: 15 of whom do thou also beware; for he greatly withstood our words. 16 At my first defence no one took my part, but all forsook me: may it not be laid to their account. 17 But the Lord stood by me, and [i]strengthened me; that through me the [j]message might be fully proclaimed, and that all the Gentiles might hear: and I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion. 18 The Lord will deliver me from every evil work, and will save me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be the glory [k]for ever and ever. Amen.
19 Salute Prisca and Aquila, and the house of Onesiphorus. 20 Erastus remained at Corinth: but Trophimus I left at Miletus sick. 21 Give diligence to come before winter. Eubulus saluteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren.
22 The Lord be with thy spirit. Grace be with you.
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Truth be told, it's a strange blog post too when there are so many pressing issues out there, but it's taking some of us a bit longer than usual to get into this new year.
That might only happen when Blue Monday comes along on January 21st. Maybe then we'll get back to serious blogging?
Blue Monday is officially the most depressing day of the year.
It is, according to white-coated boffins who spend their time researching such things, the day when we wake up on a miserable, cold January Monday; realise we have no money because we spent it all on pointless Christmas presents; that we put on 20 stone from stuffing our faces with food and booze over the festive season; and that the prospect of a holiday away from this godforsaken kip is months distant. Assuming we still have jobs by then.
It is also a time when many of us realise we have failed in all of our new year's resolutions, and there is probably no prospect of us ever mending our ways for the better. Useless, no-good, pathetic failures, and that's the way it is always going to be. Happy new year.
To be honest, I can't wait for the 21st.
For the past week the Phoenix Park has been packed with new year's resolutioners, rigged-out in gaudy tracksuits and headbands, all newly resolved to put one foot in front of the other in 2013 on my usual strolling route. It is like Henry Street at lunch hour, congealed with people jogging or barely jogging, and walking or barely walking.
To make matters worse many of them drive to the park, and then park their MPVs on the footpaths of the narrower roads, meaning people have to either walk on the roads or squelch through thick muck to get past them. I'm kicking myself that I didn't take a photo, but I was far too engrossed in accidentally brushing against their wing mirrors, quite forcefully, to do so.
It's not surprising, I suppose, that people who don't normally walk fail to grasp that footpaths are for pedestrians. They are not places to leave a car, after it has deposited its lazy front-seat occupants and their retinue of vile, screaming, devilspawn brats into a place normally reserved for peaceful recreation.
And really, if they had to make a resolution to drive somewhere in order to walk, shouldn't they just get themselves three dozen super-sized packets of crisps, switch on one of the many dreadful cooking programmes now clogging the TV schedules, and plonk their arses on the living room sofa for the whole weekend, like they usually do? That's what's going to happen anyway.
Roll on the 21st, and a back-to-normal Phoenix Park.
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Maneesh joined SITA in 2000 and is currently the Vice-President for India and Sub-Continent where he oversees regional sales, commercial operations, delivery, customer satisfaction and account management. Prior to SITA, he worked in a high-tech company in India as Sr. Manager - Sales & Marketing which dealt with marine electronic navigation, positioning, communication, survey and computer based aviation/ marine simulator systems.
An Indian national based in New Delhi, Maneesh holds a first class first degree in Electronics & Telecommunications from Mumbai University and an Executive Masters of Business Administration from IMD, Switzerland.
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This year marks the first time that English National Ballet's programme for developing choreographers includes contributions from outside the company. Judging by the results, this has provided a healthy creative environment in which ideas can flourish.
Given the theme of post-war America, each of the seven dancemakers represented has made an individual statement – at least three trading off cinema for their imagery. Renato Paroni de Castro's lively piece channels Anchors Aweigh and On the Town in its depiction of two sailors and the girl between them. Casting twins Vitor and Guilherme Menezes as the sailors adds a distinctive visual dimension.
Morgann Runacre-Temple plunges into film noir with Give My Love to the Sunrise – a tribute to Orson Welles' The Lady from Shanghai. An ambitious duet, it shifts moods with quicksilver fluidity though, like most of the works here, it fails to reach a climax.
James Streeter's duet, inspired by the last hours of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, has emotional depth and conveys the ache of imminent loss, while Stina Quagebeur's similarly intense duet about the destructive relationship between artist Edward Hopper and his wife possesses something of the psychological brutality of Kenneth MacMillan.
Max Westwell's choreographic debut is the most lyrical and classically based, though the drive-in cinema image drifted out of focus. Fabian Reimair literally frames his dancers in a thoughtful piece about a grieving woman.
But the most impressive work is third-year student Joshua Legge's Babel, which won ENB School's 2015 choreographic competition. Honed to perfection, it reveals an fearlessly inventive dancemaker who knows what he wants to say and the best way of saying it.


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There are numerous reasons why homeowners want their tree stumps taken off their yards. Are you experiencing them at home but haven't considered removing it? The reason why stated below, as well as the simple steps on ways to remove a stump, may change your mind.
Why Stump Removal?
Health & Safety: Perhaps the main basis for it's to avoid accidents from occurring as a result of it. Kids who run round the yard may neglect to see the stump and trip over it. A rotting tree stump also attracts insects and pests. That's fine if they are confined to your yard, but what's stopping them from making their way into your property?
Convenience: Tree stumps will get in the way of your daily activities. For instance, when you're mowing, you have to move your heavy lawnmower everytime you encounter it. Accidentally bumping into it can also damage your lawnmower, so it's wise to avoid this and get the stump removed. stump grinding Brisbane
Appearance: Unless your yard follows a certain wood-related theme, it's unlikely the decaying tree stump is increasing your landscape's aesthetics. Now that you're conscious of what could happen when there is a stump at home, let's have a go through the 3 effective ways you can remove tree stumps.
The manual way to remove tree stumps is by digging. As the strategy is as tiresome since it sounds, manual stump removal must certanly be kept only for small stumps. The removal is performed by digging round the tree to expose its roots. The roots are then axed off, making it possible for the stump to be levered out.
A great tool for this purpose is a mattock. A mattock have two different ends; the blunt end may be used to dig through our planet as the sharper end can cut through the roots as you dig.
Many homeowners abandon their removal and consult professionals in order to complete doing what they had originally started. Therefore, before you intend to dig the stump yourself, commit to the effort that the task will remove of you. tree lopping and stump grinding brisbane
If you're seeking a quicker, less labor-intensive approach to stump removal, grinding can be your answer. Grinding, which works on the stump grinding machine, is likewise suitable for bigger tree stumps as the method doesn't require you to lever out the stump.
What the stump grinder basically does is so it grinds back and forth at first glance on the stump until it's reduced to an even below the ground. You can even grind the roots peeking right out of the stump as well as our planet mound that gathers around it.
Another great thing about stump removal via grinding is its ability to remove stumps in all sorts of places like nearby walls and paths. Stump grinders also come in different shapes and sizes to fit in with different situations. You can rent one at your neighborhood tool rental store or hire the services of experts who will be much more effective. Know more
If you are a very patient being who is able to withstand waiting many months to years, choose to remove stumps chemically. This approach can be minimal labor-intensive method and a cost-effective one, making it a wise decision for anyone seeking to remove many at one go.
Evenly spaced holes are drilled into the stump, which are later filled up with stump remover. With time, the chemical accelerates the rate of decay and softens the wood. This softening lets you easily axe the sponge-like stump away and take it off completely. Do observe that older stumps often take less time and energy to rot than younger tree stumps.
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Best Kitchen Tools: From Cake-Making to Wine-Opening.
Don't get frustrated in the kitchen, get the right tools!
Did you know that the tools and equipment you use in the kitchen can dramatically affect the outcome of a recipe?
That's right. You could hold all things constant (same ingredients, same proportions, same cooking times, same methods) but change the instrument used and go from perfectly tender quick breads and muffins to tough, tunnelly impostors in your pans--or vice versa.
Some tools make things easier, some tools make things better, and some can change your entire outlook on cooking.
Here are some of the tools that help me get great results (almost) every time.
Take the Cake
Talk about frustration! You turn out three gorgeous, perfectly cooked layers of cake, slather them with fluffy, fudgy frosting, and stack them high, only to step back and observe the domestic Leaning Tower.
Or maybe your cake is so dome-shaped that the icing is sliding off the top and puddling in pools around the base.
And decorating! How do you get that perfect, even coating of buttercream?
The answers are as easy as 1-2-3.
- Cake Leveler: The adjustable wire on this leveler lets you create flat, even layers every time. What to do with the cake you trim off? Can you say delicious bread pudding?
- Cake Turntable: Rotate the cake with one hand, spread or pipe icing with the other, and create flawless cakes in a gentle fluid motion. Ok, "flawless" may take some practice, but this tool will certainly help you get there!
- Offset Spatula: With several lengths and widths available for your decorating needs, the long, flat surface of the offset spatula spreads buttercream as smooth as fondant and keeps your wrist from mucking up its perfect path.
Chef'n Silicone Spatulas
I have four of these: one is small and skinny, one is a little larger, one is a spoonula, and the forth is a swarthy, blade-like item which I admit I like best, half because it is the most useful and half because it makes me feel like a pirate.
You might think, "Gee, you must really like this tool if you have four!"
But you have no idea. Sometimes all four are in the dishwasher at the same time, nasty and cloaked in grease, and I fish them out and wash them by hand so I don't have to use a less pleasing spoon or inferior spatula. I'd really like to double my collection.
Why they are the best: These durable, flexible spatula/scrapers are heatproof up to 500 degrees, so they won't melt in a hot cast-iron skillet, and with no sharp edges, they won't damage your favorite nonstick omelette pan. They scrape up sticky doughs and batters expertly, work well to cut or divide dough into portions (they won't damage silicone mats like knives can), and--bonus--they come in all sorts of pretty colors!
My Main Squeeze
This is a pretty simple tool, but it sure simplifies juicing a lemon! No more fastidiously fishing out seeds or tediously twisting a lemon over an old-fashioned cone-shaped squeezer.
These squeezers come in three sizes, color-coded in yellow for lemons, green for limes, and orange for, well, oranges.
I appreciate the attempt at diversification, but I gotta say my yellow squeezer works equally well on lemons and limes. I might consider adding an orange model to my collection in the future, but what I'd really like is a ruby-red version--I think you can imagine where I'm going with that.
All About All-Clad
Expensive? Quite.
Worth it? Absolutely. In fact, I'd love for mine to have a twin.
First, you need to know that this is a serious saute pan.
If you do your research and read the reviews, you are bound to come across a few stories reading roughly:
I was so excited when I received this expensive pan as a wedding present, but after using it, I was so glad I didn't pay for it myself. Everything stuck to the bottom of the pan, and our dinners were ruined the first year of our marriage till we finally bought ourselves a cheap nonstick pan...yada, yada, yada.
This is NOT a nonstick pan, which is actually one of the best things about it. For sauteing, pan-frying, or braising (the most underrated cooking method ever), this pan cannot be beat. The aluminum core allows for proper heat conduction, while the stainless steel exterior helps to even out the heat and won't react with acids or leach metallics into your food.
Yes, foods may stick to the bottom a bit during cooking, but in many cases this is preferable in order to develop caramelization and to create fond for flavoring sauces and pan gravies (for more on fond and related topics, check out Everything You Need to Know about Stock-Making), and most foods will self-release at the appropriate point if cooked properly.
This pan is great for deep-frying small morsels, too, but I admit I am a little partial to my cast-iron skillet for most frying applications.
Loving Lodge
Rustic, comforting, and mind-blowingly affordable, cast-iron skillets are reminiscent of Grandma's house, fried chicken, and cornbread. Popular rumblings suggest they may even help you increase your iron consumption as well--bonus!!
Fine Cooking magazine recently reccommended the Lodge model I know and love to its readers, and I wasn't at all surprised. If properly seasoned and well-maintained these skillets will develop nonstick properties and can be handed down from generation to generation.
The nation's oldest family-owned cookware foundry, Lodge is an eco-responsible company located in my home-state, Tennessee, which certainly scores some extra points with me, but their product truly speaks for itself.
For a great Spanish Croquetas recipe that utilizes a Lodge cast-iron skillet for frying, check out Tapas Party! and see my skillet in action!
Weigh the Benefits
For years I shrugged off suggestions that measuring ingredients by weight instead of volume would improve my baked goods. It always seemed such an unnecessary hassle.
Then I went to culinary school and witnessed the difference first hand. Now I get giddy over my incredibly easy-to-use Salter Digital Nutrition Scale.
With a new accuracy in my measurements, my baked goods have improved considerably, and that's not all. This particular scale not only helps you weigh out ingredients but can actually help you manage your own weight, as it is programmed with nutrition information to help you calculate calories...should you be inclined to do so.
Don't you find it grating...
when "helpful" tools make you work harder than you should?
Me too.
That's why I love my Microplane Zester/Grater. It's "razor-sharp stainless steel blade" is so effective, it practically does all the work for you. Simply run a lemon over the grates, and behold a bounty of sunshine-colored zest. Just be sure to rotate the lemon as you go because this tool works so well, you'll be grating pith more quickly than you'd think!
This particular Microplane model creates super-super-fine shreds of cheese, which is awesome in most cases, but is definitely something to be aware of, as it can slightly alter the texture and flavor of certain cheeses. If you like the little "crystals" of flavor that burst on your tongue when you eat hard, aged cheeses, you would be better off pulsing the cheese to a rougher consistency in a food processor to maintain its textural integrity.
When Things Get Sticky
Breads, pastas, pie crusts, cookies, tart shells, you name it, the SilPat helps you make it.
Rolling out doughs on your kitchen counter can be a pain. The dough sticks, you make a mess, the headache rages.
Made of durable, heat-resistant, nonstick silicone, SilPats provide the ideal surface for rolling out doughs and lining baking sheets. This is not to say you'll never deal with dough sticking to the SilPat, but you should notice an appreciable improvement.
Heavy Duty
Cuisinart has the rare honor of being part of an exclusive club with such high-profile members as Coke, Kleenex and Xerox, whose names have all become synonymous with the type of item they represent.
With that kind of distinction, however, comes great responsibility to live up to the status you have created by continually setting the bar for quality in your product market.
The Cuisinart Elite Collection 12-Cup Food Processor does just that with innovations like the nested bowls for different-sized processing needs and the SealTight Advantage to prevent leakage/spewage of food.
Five different blade/disk attachments for processing, mixing, slicing, you name it, make this clever countertop wizard the renniassance man of machines.
Mix it up!
I've been whipping cream and mixing cookie doughs in my KitchenAid stand mixer since high school, and our relationship is still going strong. Talk about a love for the ages!
Occasionally I have KitchenAid envy when I see brightly colored models in store windows and friends' homes, but when I used my mom's more expensive, shiny, new Professional Series model over Christmas, I was glad to know my plain, white, Artisan Edition was waiting for me at home.
While I still fantasize about the Artisan Edition in bright orange or baby blue, I prefer the flip-back-head feature of this more modest model to the crank-down aspect of the Professional Series, and I've actually found that my mixer mixes much more thoroughly than my mother's.
I do, however, know people who would go to bed with their Professional Series, so my mom's particular mixer may just be defective.
Either way, KitchenAid's durable, attractive stand mixers have stood by me since high school, and with their bountiful bowls, abundant attachments, and delicious possibilities, how could I not return the favor?
Some for the Pot and Some for the Chef
Did you know that when cooked into food alcohol chemically bridges the gap between flavors and aromas to provide a full rush of WOW in your mouth?
Well it does.
Unfortunately, for years my ability to add wine to dishes was dependent on having someone around to pop that cork for me. But no more.
The Houdini has appeared to magically transform my abilities, and now the wine in my kitchen is flowing like water.
My husband actually hates this tool because it is so easy to handle that using it makes him feel like less of a man. He prefers the more traditional wine tool that adds gold stars to his culinary badass status. Can't find fault in that.
But since I have never successfully opened a wine bottle without it (sad, but true), I'll be sticking with the Houdini, thank you.
Honorable Mention and the Budget Buster
I have had terrible luck with blenders over the years. I always buy the cheap ones, and they always, always, always let me down.
When my husband and I were looking to replace the latest in the series of failures, he suggested the Magic Bullet.
I thought he was joking at first. Seriously, I said, like As Seen on TV?
Yeah, he said, my sister has one, and she loves it. Why not?
So we brought it home, and the mixed drinks and sauces that this thing cranks out have been superb. What's really magical about the Bullet is that you can whip up a sauce, serve it, and then store it all in the same container!
Second in my honorable mention manifest is the Cuisinart immersion blender. Everyone who loves to cook, or who does it begrudgingly, should have one.
Making soup? Sure, you could transfer scorching batches of liquid, ladle by ladle to a standard blender, pray for the best, and hope you don't get burned...or you could stick this convenient little tool directly into your pot and do the job in a third of the time with none of the pain.
Finally, the budget buster: This venerable blender really ought to be higher on the list, but I'm placing it down here because, admittedly, not everyone wants to spend upwards of $500 on a blender. However, as many times as I've bought and replaced cheapo blenders, I could have bought one of these bad boys long ago and saved myself some headaches.
This thing works. I mean, it really works. If you'd tried adding kale to a smoothie but haven't been able to get past the fibrous texture because your machine doesn't have the muscle, try the Vita-Mix.
If you'd wanted to use dried dates as a sweetener but have never been able to achieve a pleasantly smooth consistency, try the Vita-Mix.
If you'd like to whip up almost instant cauliflower purees as a healthier alternative to mashed potatoes, nothing beats the Vita-Mix.
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Startup Techies Stay Afloat on a Boat
This 135-foot former ferry is office space for five San Francisco startups. But the city wants the boat to move, at least around the harbor.
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Serenity PLUS 9" Latex & Cotton Hybrid Futon
Wanting the thickness of a regular mattress but the wonderful firm feel of a traditional Futon? Then the Serenity Plus 9" Inch Hybrid Futon is for you. Add the additional benefit of All Natural and Organic materials and components the Serenity Plus Futon from Haiku Designs could just be the best Futon/Mattress on the market. Learn More
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The Doge's Palace Guided Tour
The Doge's Palace - Secret Itineraries
The tour begins straight from the large and sunny courtyard of the Palazzo Ducale, through a narrow "door" that will lead you to the small and damp cells of the "Wells", the gloomy and inhospitable prisons.
Beyond the "Wells" the path continues going up a narrow staircase to the two small rooms that accommodated important officials of the institutional machine, the Ducal Notary and the Deputy to the Secret Council of Ten.
From here you can go and visit the other rooms such as the Office of the Great Chancellor, the large and beautiful Hall of the Secret Chancellery.
Please note that the tour of the Secret Itineraries of Doge's Palace includes very narrow passages and very steep stairs.
The price includes:
• Guide service
• Headphones
• Museum entrance ticket and pre-booking fee.
Opening hours: daily 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (between 1st of April and 1st of October until 7 pm).
Meeting point: at the ticket office of the Doge's Palace
Departure times & Languages:
• English: 9:55 / 10:45 / 11:30
• Italian: 9:30 / 11:10
• French: 10:20 / 12:00
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Reduced price tickets:
• Over 65 years old
• Students with a student card (15-25 years old)
• Children 6-14 years old
• No tickets needed under 6 years old.


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Last week, we celebrated my Mum's "getting-closer-to-a-signific" Birthday. She often doesn't like a big fuss made - usually she gets unlucky and has to work on her birthday and this year was no different. So I decided to do something a little special for her...a Chocolate Mud Cake.
Since she was diagnosed a Coeliac 6 years ago, I'm 99% sure she hasn't had a Gluten Free Mud Cake. So it was an easy decision on what to make, the hard part was the "How". Lucky for me, the answer was sitting in my pantry - in the form of White Wings Gluten Free Flour. I've wanted to play around with it and so I went on their website to check out their website to see what recipes they had on offer.
Luckily for me, they had a Chocolate Mud Cake on there! I adjusted it slightly to suit what we like as a family, and I must say it turned out well - despite Mum not wanting candles or us to sing "Happy Birthday" :(
Something I feel I should mention before we get onto the cake - I am a big fan of supporting your local produce (especially with living in Australia and having so much imported produce on the shelves), so from now on, if I do use an Australia produced product, I will say so, that way you Aussie's out there can do so as well!
The Australian brands I have used are; White Wings, Cadbury, Western Star and Bulla.
Mum's Special Gluten Free Chocolate Mud Cake
Yields about 12 average sized slices
Chocolate Cake
250g Unsalted Butter, melted
3/4 cup Cocoa
1 1/3 cup Castor Sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups Almond Meal
1 1/2 cups White Wings Gluten Free Flour Mix
3/4 Cup Milk
Chocolate Fudge Icing
250gm Dark Chocolate, in pieces
1/2 cup Pouring Cream
70g unsalted Butter
1. Preheat your oven 180 degrees (Celsius) fan forced.
2. Place the Butter, Cocoa, Sugar, Eggs, Almond Meal, Flour and Milk into a large bowl and whisk to combine.
3, Pour into a lightly greased round cake tin lined with non-stick baking paper (I used a springform one).
4. Bake for 1 Hour or until cooked when tested with a skewer.
5. Next, lick the bowl clean. This is a very important step - maybe one of the most important.
6. Allow the cake to cool in the tin completely.
7. To make the Icing, place the Chocolate, Cream and Butter in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water.
8. Stir until melted and smooth.
9. Spread evenly over the top and sides of the cake. FYI: if you spread over the sides, it helps keep the cake moist!


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martes, 6 de octubre de 2015
INSTRUCTOR: Professor Sven E. Jørgensen is an ecologist and chemist, and Professor Emeritus on environmental chemistry at the University of Copenhagen. He is one of the founders of modern ecological modelling and has authored more than 300 scientific articles and wroe or edited more than 55 books, monographs and compilation of articles.
TEXTBOOK: Introduction to Systems Ecology (Applied Ecology and Environmental Management). Included in the registration fee. One book will be delivered to each attendant.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course will present the up-to-date, consistent ecosystem theory, that is increasingly applied as the theoretical basis in ecological modeling, ecological engineering, as well as the application of ecological indicators, ecological informatics and calculations of ecological services. System ecology is today a prerequisite for the wide use of these sub-disciplines in ecological and environmental management. . This course will provide students with a grounding in systems ecology theory and a profound understanding of both qualitative and quantitative applications of ecological considerations in environmental management. With a good knowledge to system ecology it is possible to predict of course not yet all, but many ecosystem reactions to changed impacts. Knowledge to ecological modeling and the use of the software STELLA are an advantage, but not required. Students are encouraged to bring their own data (field, lab or bibliographical) to use and calibrate the models. The language of the course will be English. It is assumed students will bring their own computers. Group Presentation: Each student will be partnered up with three-four other students to form a group. Each group will have to deliver a 30min presentation on their selected topic. Each student is expected to take an equal turn presenting material. Presentations will be delivered at the end (Day Four) of the course.
REGISTRATION Maximum number of participants: 25
Registration fees: 195 euros for members of AIL (Asociación Ibérica de Limnología)
295 euros for non-members
Registration fee includes attendance of the course, the software use during the course, the book "Introduction to Systems Ecology", as well as lunches and coffee breaks.
Accommodation is not included.
Registration procedure: A number of places will reserved for members of AIL. If you want to attend please fill in the application (pre-registration) form and send it to Maria Jesús Belvis (email@example.com) before 23th of October 2015, indicating as subject of email 'preregistration-courseSE'.
You will receive a confirmation of the receipt of your pre-registration form and (provided places are available) confirmation of acceptance, after which you can quickly proceed with the payment of the registration for ensuring registration. The provisional admissions will be in strict order of receipt of application. With the acceptance message from the organization, the bank details for making the payment will be also sent to you. Payment of the registration should be completed by 26th of October and a scanned copy of the bank transfer sent to us (firstname.lastname@example.com) with email subject 'receipt-banktransfer-courseSE'. After we have received it, we will confirm your registration by email. Without payment the registration cannot be confirmed. Final admissions will be in strict order of receipt of payment until the maximum number of participants has been completed. If you fail to attend the course after making the payment we cannot guarantee the return of the fees unless your place can be taken by another student.
TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS We will send directions about how to get to IRTA centre for those travelling by car. For those arriving by train, the nearest station is 'L'Aldea-Amposta-Tortosa'. From here you can reach the town of Sant Carles de la Ràpita by HIFE bus http://www.hife.es/es-ES [origen: ALDEA,L'(E.FFCC:CN]. Alternatively, you can get a taxi 689 505798, although this is much more expensive (ca 25 €). We will organize transport between Sant Carles de la Ràpita and IRTA centre (5.5km)
More information:
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The Purrfect Post Deluxe is Skritch's more budget-conscious cousin.
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While I might not be a hobbit genetically, I do believe that I am one culturally. A homebody at heart, with a fear of (but slight craving for) adventure, who values simple things like good food, good books, and good friends. Chronicling the journey of the unlikely pairing of a Hobbit and an Ent, who have travelled down the road through infertility & RPL, toward building our family. We've come a long way, and now with two precious wee-lings in tow, our road goes ever on and on...
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Sunday Night Chit Chat: One Extreme To The Other
I'm hoping you've all had a lovely weekend. Ours was busy but good. Errands, housework, an impromptu date night, church, and a fun/interesting afternoon today (more on that later) made for a lot of running around, but it was good.
First and foremost, we have had the most astounding change in our weather. Tuesday we had a daytime high of 1C. Today we got up to 28C... from winter to summer in the span of six days. While I'm going for my walks I've noticed that the trees are finally sporting green buds! Hooray! It's supposed to get back to seasonal by midweek, but tomorrow is supposed to be another hot one.
My Beloved and I decided, rather on the spur of the moment to go out this weekend. MIL came to spend time with the wee-lings, and we did a little antiquing (just window shopping, trying to find some interesting/affordable pieces), went for dinner, and to a movie. It was fun, and I did splurge a little bit on dinner (felt it later) but I did enjoy it. We went to see "42" as well... fabulous movie. I loved it!
The highlight of my weekend was this afternoon. One of the local malls was hosting a sort of antiques roadshow. I heard about it on the radio a few weeks ago, and made an appointment to have my family heirloom violin appraised (you can read about the violin here). The gentleman who was looking over my family treasure was intrigued by the history of the violin, even more so when he spent some time looking for my grandfather's great uncle in multiple lists of British violin makers and through auction records and not finding anything about him. It fits with the story that I've been told that he was a cabinet maker by trade. The appraiser speculated that the violin may be something that Frederick Barnes may have made it as an apprentice or perhaps as a hobby. Because there were no auction records and nothing about Barnes in the lists of UK violin makers, it's hard to establish a value. However, he said that it was beautifully constructed and even with the damage and repairs that happened when I was a child, he felt that it could easily be worth up to $3500. It's nice to know how much it's worth, but it will never be sold. It belongs to the wee-lings now. I simply hold it in trust. I just hope to hear one of them play it. I long to hear it make music.
On to this week's chit chat. Here's what I'm...
Reading - I just finished "In This Mountain" by Jan Karon early this morning. Now I'm onto "Plan D" by Sherri Shepherd. It's about her journey with type 2 diabetes and how she has managed to go from medication to controlling the disease with diet and exercise alone. I'm hoping to get some insights and ideas, and hopefully laugh a bit too.
Watching - Call the Midwife (tonight's episode was particularly heart-wrenching. Poor Sister Bernadette), Mr. Selfridge, and Bletchley Circle. I love Sunday nights on PBS!
Listening to - the neighbours thumping up and down the stairwell. There was a break-in in the building (a basement unit on the back side of the building) on Friday, and I'm finding I'm a bit hyper-aware of the outdoor sounds now.
Cooking/Baking - Typical Sunday night fare... lemon dill roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, roasted broccoli, gravy. I did a bit of baking this weekend too... I was on the volunteer list for church this weekend, to make the communion bread. I tried a recipe I haven't used in a while, to make a brioche loaf. It tasted great, very eggy and yummy, but the shape of the loaf was a bit off. Looked a little funny when our pastor was holding it up at the front of the church. That's what I get for trying to be fancy, I guess.
Happy I accomplished this week - I hit my 10000 steps! Yesterday and today. I don't know how I'll manage it during the week, but with errands and grocery shopping it was easy to get there the last couple of days.
Looking forward to next week - I'm half excited/half dreading Pippin's birthday on Friday. How is it that my baby boy is a year old??? I'm hoping that the party comes off okay.
Thankful for today - The fact that the Big D is coming into line. That I have this chance to change my future and my health.
****Bonus Question**** What are the top 3 things on your to do list for next week? Wash all the windows. Clean the blankety-blank fridge. Bake a cake!
This has been posted as a part of Carla's Sunday Night Chit Chat. Click over to see what the others are chatting about tonight, or even better yet, join in!
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Ugh, yes windows need to be washed - thanks for the reminder. Rain is predicted all week so that will be my excuse to put it off. I work all night Monday 7p to 7a, then my last class is on Friday (pharmacy tech certificate). So I will be studying this week, enjoying the rain, enjoying the quiet house until school lets out for the summer.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMay 6, 2013 at 8:03 AM
Sounds like a great weekend! Don't worry about Pippin's party! It will be a great success!ReplyDelete
Ugh. I hate cleaning the blankety blank fridge. I opened it just a bit ago and smelt something foul...so I guess I'll be doing that soon too. Woot.ReplyDelete
The violin is beautiful. For some reason I've always wanted to learn to play the violin, it's just such a beautiful instrument. My friend has the teeniest little violins that her daughter started playing when she was 3. It's so cute!
The violin is gorgeous... I love hearing someone play (who can *actually* play... lol!). Hope you have a little musician in your home so you can hear it sing again! :)ReplyDelete
Great job on your steps! Awesome! The bread sounds great, I wouldn't worry about the shape of it, if the taste was good, that's all that matters! ;)
- AnonymousMay 6, 2013 at 9:33 PM
Beautiful violin :)ReplyDelete
How is it possible that Pip is a year old already?
Hobbits are social creatures, and love hearing from friends old and new. Pull up a comfy chair and let's get to know one another.


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Chris Castellani, president of Supermarket Liquors and Wines, recently completed a fundraising effort to benefit the Toys for Tots fund, a program initiated by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Company I, Third Battalion, of the 25th Marines, which coordinates the Western New York campaign.
Contributions collected at Supermarket Liquors totaled $481. Castellani matched this contribution with another $3,000. Additionally, patrons filled two barrels of toys that were delivered to underprivileged children through the Toys for Tots program.
Castellani credits the success of this program locally to Chairman Joe Moreno, a retired Marine who has worked tirelessly for the success of this program.
"I am committed to this program because of the tremendous effort that Joe and the Marines put forth each year," Castellani said. "He is exceptionally dedicated to this cause."
Moreno pointed out that all of the funds and toys collected in Western New York stay in this community. All were distributed to needy families in time for the holidays.
In addition to his contribution to Toys for Tots, Castellani and Supermarket Liquors and Wines also contributed $1,000 to the United Way of Niagara and $1,000 to the Niagara Falls Firefighters Toy Fund this holiday season.
Pictured, from left: Moreno, Castellani, First Sgt. Alpizar Rammesy, and Randy Decker (successor to Moreno).