The Royal Correspondent for The Sun told ITV Good Morning Britain Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, and Prince Harry could have to address the issue of "white saviourism" if they move to Africa. It comes as rumours of a potential relocation of the Royal couple after the birth of their Royal baby emerged over the weekend. According to the Sunday Times, Prince Harry’s advisers are currently working on a “bespoke” role for the couple. The job role could see the pair moving to Africa which would combine their work on behalf of the Commonwealth along with charity work and a role promoting the UK.
But Ms Andrews warned the couple could be faced with some backlash on their controversial new role in Africa.
She said: “That’s a quite tricky thing to handle of course.
“With Comic Relief earlier this year and what happened to poor Stacey Dooley, I felt very sorry for her.
“Some lovely promotional picture and she was accused of white saviorism.
“David Lammy lambasted her saying it was a throwback to the colonial era.
“Obviously Britain doesn’t have an empire anymore but when you send high profile members of the Commonwealth there’s a potential problem.”
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry warned of potential backlash from Africa move
With Comic Relief earlier this year and what happened to poor Stacey Dooley, I felt very sorry for her
In February, Mr Lammy criticised the Strictly Come Dancing winner for travelling to Uganda to record an appeal film for Comic Relief.
During her visit, the investigative journalist known for her hard-hitting documentaries covering topics including sex trafficking, drug wars, child prostitution and child labour in developing countries, highlighted the plight of people living in poverty.
The 32-year-old posted a picture on her Instagram page which prompted a wave of attacks from campaigners.
Mr Lammy, 46, joined in the criticism of the Strictly star saying: “The world does not need any more white saviours.
“As I've said before, this just perpetuates tired and unhelpful stereotypes.
“Let's instead promote voices from across the continent of Africa and have serious debate.”
The plan for the new role for Meghan and Harry has been drawn up by Sir David Manning, the former British ambassador to the US and special advisor on constitutional and international affairs to William and Harry.
The new role would give Meghan and Harry the opportunity to enjoy a break from recent divisions between the two royal couples while also allowing them to use their global appeal and popularity.
The job could also see the couple leave the UK for two to three years although “discussions are at an early stage”.
The decision is likely to be made in 2020 once the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have settled down with their new baby which is expected at the end of April or beginning of May.
Harry has close links to the continent and has been visiting for a number of years.


The heads of two swimming deer bobbed above the waves of the Ohio River, heading toward the Indiana shoreline and into the path of the pioneer flatboat replica retracing Abraham Lincoln's 1828 trip from Rockport, Ind., to New Orleans.
Seeing the danger, the deer turned back toward Kentucky, but their retreat put them into the path of a new danger — a passing barge tow churning up the waters on its way east.
Crew members and passengers of Lincoln's "Journey of Remembrance" flatboat watched through binoculars and sighed with relief when the towboat captain confirmed over the radio that both deer had made it back to shore.
"You never know what might happen out here," Capt. Bob Cherry said from behind the boat's wheel.
The hazards of navigating rivers such as the Ohio and Mississippi explained both Cherry's presence — he's a professional boat captain, engineer and diver — and the modern amenities discretely added to the flatboat, such as running lights, twin outboard engines, a depth finder and radios.
"We wanted it to look period, but we wanted to make sure we didn't scrimp on safety," Cherry said.
Even with engines, however, the bargelike boat moved at an average of only 5 mph Wednesday on its journey between Owensboro, Ky., and Evansville.
Cherry, a Paducah, Ky., native, said he was hired on to shepherd the boat and its crew down the river at a fraction of his normal rate because he believes in the trip's purpose and because it just seemed like fun.
"I'm 59 years old, and now I'm doing the things I want to do," he said. "This is a once in lifetime experience. It makes my inner child giggle."
The flatboat's builder, John Cooper, a marine contractor, also was on board for the journey, dressed in period garb. Cooper originally built the flatboat in 2006 for Ron Drake, who wanted to re-create his ancestors' flatboat journey down the Ohio River from Cincinnati to the Missouri Territory.
The boat was built with tulip poplar (the Indiana state tree) and oak harvested from Drake's family farm near Terre Haute, Ind. A beam from a Primitive Baptist Church founded by Drake's ancestors was incorporated into the boat, inscribed with the name "Journey of Remembrance."
Drake, an attorney and former Indiana state legislator, lives in Washington, D.C., and provided the boat and funding for the Lincoln commemorative trip. A tugboat propelled his first river trip in the boat. While he was stopped in Evansville on that trip, the idea for the Lincoln journey began formulating.
While still a teenager. Lincoln joined a flatboat crew taking a load of produce to New Orleans for a merchant from Spencer County, Ind. It was on that trip that Lincoln witnessed his first slave auction, an event said to have helped shape his anti-slavery opinion.
The modern trip is a joint effort by Spencer County organizations and the Indiana Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission to commemorate Lincoln's 200th birthday and spread the word about Indiana's role in his life.
Stirring up interest
"There is a lot of history in Rockport for that. This trip could generate an enormous amount of interest," said Gene Steinkamp, chairman of the committee that put the flatboat project together.
Many houses in Southern river cities such as Memphis, Tenn., Vicksburg, Miss., and New Orleans were built with poplar and other hardwoods from the flatboats, which were usually sold for their wood once they reached their destinations, Cooper said.
"Technically, they were just big barges, floating piles of lumber," he said.
But with their shallow draft, they could carry everything from people and goods to cows and chickens and navigate waters not deep enough for more traditional boats, Cooper said.
"We know they could carry everything that the community of Rockport could have raised and put on that boat," he said.
The pioneers and families who crewed them and rode them as passengers had to face many hardships along the way: scarce food, bad weather, disease, drownings, capsizing, fires and attacks from river pirates and American Indians.
Also on board for the journey were Spencer County natives Bob Grose and Wayne Walter, who as members of the Rockport Jaycees Club made a similar flatboat trip to New Orleans in 1958 for the 150th anniversary of Lincoln's birth-day.
The pair cracked jokes and recalled stories of the incredulous receptions they received at the stops they made along the way on that trip, including how an ocean liner traveling inland on the Mississippi almost sank their boat near Baton Rouge, La.
"We joke and talk about the past, but we don't live in the past," Walter said. "We don't feel trapped on a boat. It charges us with excitement."
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View Full Version : Hello all, I'm new to all this and have a couple of Q's
1, Just started training in Fujian White Crane, does anyone have any paticular views on this style?
2, Does anyone know where I can find diagrams which show the basic patterns or stances for the above style, preferably on the www or in a book? As I would like to complement my training by practising at home.
3, Anyone know how to develop my ability in press ups. I use static weights in the gym 3 times a week but can't do press ups to save my life. Does the fact that I'm 16 stone cause a problem.
Thanks in advance for any help, and hopefully as I develop i might be able to return the favour in the future. :)
03-27-2001, 02:04 AM
Hey bluebones, welcome to the forum :)
I understand Fukien White Crane is a very effective style. Nice to watch too. Unfortunately I don't know any resources for you to look up on the style.
Press/push-ups are a biatch. They use different muscle groups to most weight training exercises, particularly certain types of push-ups. Being heavy does not help at all. However, if you are proportionately strong then it shouldn't matter.
The main thing is to keep trying. Eventually you will get there.
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03-27-2001, 04:41 AM
Yeah, for that push up bit, try doing just a little bit or start on your knees and work your way up. Its pretty effective.
P.S. I'm new too.
03-27-2001, 04:45 AM
I understand there are about 4 (maybe five forms of Fujian White Crane). A good book to look at is Yang Jwing Ming's Shaolin White Crane Kung Fu. He covers the style he does but also gives some background on the other variants. It is supposed to be a very good style and covers both hard and soft techniques.
03-27-2001, 08:10 AM
just start slow. do as many as you can without stopping. the next week, aim to add at least 5 on to what your previous max was. you should be able to increase pretty fast.
"A wise man speaks because he has something to say; A fool speaks because he has to say something."
03-28-2001, 02:40 AM
Here is the site / page for the book mentioned above:
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"Unpacking the 2010 Census: The New Realities of Race, Class, and Jurisdiction" is co-sponsored by Hope in the Cities and the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities. The program examines the dramatically changing landscape of human need and what we must do collectively to address the plight of our neighbors and to build a just and inclusive community in metropolitan Richmond, Virginia. This presentation was conceived, researched and designed by Dr. John V. Moeser, Senior Fellow at the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement at the University of Richmond. Part 2 of the "Unpacking the 2010 Census" presentation focuses on the history that led to the current dynamics in metropolitan Richmond.

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Candles are a great way to relax, de-stress and enjoy your time at home. They also make great gifts for any occasion. If you are looking for a fun new hobby, or want to start a candle making business, then you need to check out these ideas for your studio.
1. Choose the right space.
When setting up your studio, it is important to choose the right space. You need a room with plenty of natural light, good ventilation, and a stable temperature. You don’t want the room to be too hot or too cold, as this can affect the quality of your candles.
2. Make sure you have the right supplies.
In order to make candles, you will need some basic supplies. These include wax, fragrance oil, wicks, and a melting pot. You can find all of these supplies at your local craft store.
3. Create a work area.
You will also need a work area where you can prepare your wax and pour your candles. This should be a clean, organized space where you can work safely.
4. Decorate your studio.
The studio can be a great place to let your creative side shine. You can decorate your space with candles, artwork, and other decorative items.
5. Make it comfortable.
It is important to make your studio comfortable, so you will be eager to spend time there. Add some comfortable seating, a good lighting, and maybe a few plants to help you relax.
Forth And Nomad Candle Making
Candles have been around for centuries, and for good reason – they’re a great way to create ambiance and add a touch of luxury to any space. But making your own candles can be a fun, affordable, and creative way to light up your life. Here’s how to get started:
The first step is to gather your supplies. You’ll need a heat-resistant container, wax, a wick, a stovetop or microwave, and a few basic tools.
Next, you’ll need to decide on the type of wax you want to use. There are a variety of different types of wax available, each with its own unique properties. Paraffin wax is a good choice for beginners, as it’s easy to work with and produces a consistent result.
Now it’s time to get started! Cut the wick to the desired length, and tie it to the bottom of the container. Melt the wax in a stovetop or microwave, then pour it into the container. Gently insert the wick into the wax, and wait for it to harden.
That’s it! You’ve just made your own candle. Be sure to trim the wick to 1/4″ before lighting it. Enjoy!
Candle Making Online Course
Candle making is a fun and easy craft that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. In this online course, you will learn the basics of candle making, including how to make different types of candles, how to use molds, and how to decorate your candles. You will also learn about the different ingredients and supplies that are used in candle making, and you will learn how to store and care for your candles.
This online course is perfect for beginners who want to learn how to make candles. You will learn everything you need to know to get started, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions and share your own experiences with other students.
The course is self-paced, so you can learn at your own pace. You will have access to the course materials for one year, so you can go back and review the material as often as you like.
Course topics include:
-The history of candle making
-The different types of candles
-How to make a container candle
-How to make a votive candle
-How to make a pillar candle
-How to make a taper candle
-How to make a tealight candle
-How to use molds
-How to decorate candles
-Ingredients and supplies for candle making
-Storing and caring for candles
Best Scale For Candle Making
When it comes to candle making, there are a lot of different scales to choose from. But which one is the best scale for candle making?
There are a few things to consider when choosing a scale for candle making. The most important factor is the size of the container you will be using to make your candles. You need to choose a scale that is large enough to accommodate the size of your container.
Another thing to consider is the accuracy of the scale. You need to choose a scale that is accurate enough to measure the weight of your ingredients.
Finally, you need to consider the price of the scale. You need to choose a scale that is affordable without sacrificing quality.
After considering all of these factors, the best scale for candle making is the MyWeigh Palmscale 8.0. It is a high-quality scale that is accurate and affordable. It is also large enough to accommodate the size of your container.
Best Candle Making Scents
Candles are a great way to relax and enjoy your home. They can also be used to make your home smell nice. If you are looking for some great smelling candles, then you should try making candles with some of these scents.
1. Jasmine – Jasmine is a great scent for candles because it is both relaxing and uplifting. It is also a very sweet scent, so it will make your home smell nice and sweet.
2. Lavender – Lavender is another great scent for candles. It is very relaxing and calming, which makes it perfect for use in candles. It also has a very pleasant, floral smell.
3. Vanilla – Vanilla is a classic candle scent that is sure to please everyone. It is a very sweet and comforting scent that will make your home smell wonderful.
4. Citrus – Citrus scents are perfect for candles because they are refreshing and uplifting. They will make your home smell like a tropical paradise.
5. Cinnamon – Cinnamon is a warm and spicy scent that is perfect for use in candles. It will make your home smell cozy and inviting.
Welcome to my candle making blog! In this blog, I will be sharing my tips and tricks for making candles. I will also be sharing some of my favorite recipes.

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School of Hope– In 2019, after a trip to the slums in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, the dream of LIT School of Hope was born. 35 pre-school aged children were carefully selected and LIT is committed to providing free education to these children until they are ready to enter university. Not only do they receive a free education, materials, uniforms, transportation, and 2 hot meals a day, the parents of the children are given monthly parenting classes and the mothers are given lessons in creating artisan crafts that they can sell. (Most of the students come from single-parent homes; their mothers are nightclub dancers or street workers, and if the father is around, the chances are high that he is a member of the drug cartel.) The church that LIT Honduras National Director Pastor Pablo Cruz pastors provided the facilities and LIT provided the cost of remodeling for classrooms, bathrooms, and a kitchen. In February of 2020, LIT’s School of Hope opened to much excitement, but less than 2 months later was shut down due to COVID-19. Food drop-offs are currently conducted weekly for the families of our students, as well as providing internet cards so that the children can connect to their classes on their mothers’ cellphones via Zoom.
The original idea was to stay with these 35 children until they are ready for college, and that idea remains. However, we have another 35 children who are on a waiting list and desperate to be a part of the school. Please pray that we can secure funding to support many more children and give them an opportunity to rise up out of their current situation. We also envision duplicating this model in different locations. Currently, we have 5 people on staff, but they are all volunteers!
Current needs: a school bus to transport all the children at once, finish roof enclosure, individual sponsors for children


- 2015 Nissan 370Z NISMO officially revealed ahead of July launch
- NISMO 370Z offers sporty body kit, 18 extra horsepower
- Nissan adding optional automatic to NISMO 370Z for first time ever
Nissan has officially rolled out an all-new high-performance NISMO version of its sporty 370Z Coupe. Set to go on sale in July, the new NISMO 370Z features extra engine power, unique styling and a long list of upgrades under the skin, including a newly available transmission.
The most obvious changes to the NISMO 370Z over the standard model come to the coupe’s exterior. As with past NISMO 370Z models, there’s a large rear wing, huge exhausts and a sporty body kit. The latest NISMO 370Z also boasts unique wheels and red accents throughout the body kit, from the front bumper and rocker panels to the rearview mirrors.
Inside, the NISMO 370Z is also updated compared to the standard model, though revisions don’t go as far as they do on the outside. There are red and black Recaro leather seats with Alcantara accents, along with red seat trim, red stitching, an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel and a red NISMO tachometer.
For most enthusiasts, those updates aren’t as important as the ones under the hood. While the current 370Z features a 332-horsepower 3.7-liter V6, NISMO models boast an impressive 350 hp, primarily due to a sportier exhaust. Torque is also increased, from the standard model’s 270 lb-ft to a slightly more muscular 276 lb-ft.
But the biggest change to the NISMO 370Z is a newly available transmission. While the sports car’s 6-speed manual still remains standard, a newly optional 7-speed automatic is also available, marking the first time that an automatic transmission has ever been offered in the NISMO 370Z. We’re interested to see whether the 7-speed will find many buyers, since most enthusiasts tend to gravitate toward manual transmissions.
According to Nissan, the latest NISMO 370Z — which also features improved sport suspension for better handling — is scheduled to reach dealers in July. Although pricing has not yet been announced, we wouldn’t expect a huge jump over today’s base figure of around $44,000 with shipping.
What it means to you: The 2015 Nissan 370Z NISMO is the sportiest 370Z yet, and now it’s available to shoppers who prefer automatic to manual.


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Thor cosplay, Lady Thor, female Thor, genderbent, girl cosplay, girl power, Avengers, Marvel. Photo by Adrian Gibbs photography. Cosplay 10.6.
Thor cosplay! Awesome! @Tom Lister PLEASE Daddy!!!!!! You HAVE to! I'll even make the Hammer!
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Female Thor Cosplay Costume..I wanna be Thor for Halloween!
Fem Thor and Loki cosplay- I love that they are covered up! I'd actually wear these!!
Me and my sister as Female Thor and Captain America
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Weather in Chileka, 31.10.2020
On Saturday mostly sunny weather will dominate. In the evening it will be variable with isolated rain showers. Later isolated showers or thunderstorms will prevail.
Morning temperatures will be around 30 °C. During the day they will reach a maximum of 29 °C.
Low temperatures at night will be around 27°C.
Easterly winds are moderate.


A submersible, 26 metre high wave unit designed to extract energy from ocean waves and convert it into electricity has been deployed off the Port Fairy coast in a first for Victoria that is set to advance the renewable wave energy industry in Australia and beyond.
“Coming hot on the heels of the Prime Minister announcing the Australian Government’s $1.1 billion innovation package, this milestone is a very timely example of home-grown Aussie ingenuity,” Minister for the Environment Greg Hunt said.
“The wave unit uses patented bioWAVE technology which was developed here in Australia by BioPower Systems to tap the ocean’s potential to deliver for Australia’s future energy mix.
“To help it survive in the harsh marine environment, the unit is designed to sway back and forth mostly below the surface of the ocean, and can lie flat on the seabed out of harm’s way during extreme weather events.
“Although ocean energy technologies are still at an early stage of development, it is estimated that wave power could supply 10 per cent of Australia’s energy by 2050.
“The Government – through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) – is providing $11 million to BioPower to deliver this $21 million project and help move the innovative bioWAVE technology another step closer to commercialisation.”
Member for Wannon Dan Tehan said it made good sense to explore the energy potential of the oceans surrounding Australia.
“Australia has some of the best wave energy resources in the world and a reputation for having some of the most innovative minds – as this Victorian-based project demonstrates,” Mr Tehan said.
“The coast off Port Fairy here in Victoria is now the site of the most southern industrial-scale marine energy deployment in the world.
“This world-leading is a great example of what can be achieved when government and industry work together to bring innovative ideas to fruition.”


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About Ryan Watterson:
Ryan Watterson is a storyteller who likes to draw inspiration from myths. A lifelong writer, he has received degrees in creative writing and film, as well as an MFA. From Los Angeles, California, he loves to draw influence from personal experience, mythology, Japanese video games and music to create work that feels fresh and relevant for audiences engaged both by action and depth.
What inspires you to write?
It's a combination of an instinctual urge to create, as well as a sense that I want to help people increase their empathy and perspective. I like to write novels that make people think while entertaining them. I feel like it's part of my job to impart something of lasting value with my work, in terms of insight about the world.
Tell us about your writing process.
I like to come up with a loose outline, usually a 6-10 page treatment, and go from there, allowing for flexibility for things to change, grow and adapt. I find that a good portion of my time writing is spent pacing back and forth, imagining the next events. I also like to write with a soundtrack — a lot of scenes are inspired by particular songs or albums.
For Fiction Writers: Do you listen (or talk to) to your characters?
I do not. Most of my characters stem from people I've met in the real world, amalgamated with characters from other works, and archetypes as you might find described by Jung or others.
What advice would you give other writers?
Everyone will tell you to write for an audience — this may be good advice, I'm not sure. But what my gut tells me is that following a path is a great way to become second best at anything. Pioneering requires a greater spirit, and an unseen path.
How did you decide how to publish your books?
I don't like the publishing deal or being told what to do. The idea that, for the most part, they take an outsize cut to accomplish things you, as an author, can easily accomplish, and barely lift a finger when it comes to the monolithic difficulties of advertising, publicizing and advocating on your behalf.
What do you think about the future of book publishing?
It's hard to say. Trends are unpredictable. To a lot of people, books are a dead art form. Most modern novelists that have gone mainstream did so after a movie deal. I suppose I think that books are a component of developing a transmedia intellectual property, just as comics, films, video games, TV, etc are.
What do you use?: Professional Cover Designer, Beta Readers
What genres do you write?: Literature, Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
What formats are your books in?: Both eBook and Print
All information in this post is presented “as is” supplied by the author. We don’t edit to allow you the reader to hear the author in their own voice.

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Its really unbelievable but true. You can now watch the entire STAR WARS episode IV in your command prompt. No need of any plugins, no need of any software, no need of any programming trick. Just open your command prompt and watch the STAR WARS episode IV.
Just go through the following steps to play this. It is very simple.
Enable your TELNET
What is TELNET: This is a network protocol which will help you to watch this episode.
By default TELNET remains disabled in your computer. So you have to manually make it enabled.
To enable TELNET Go to “Control Panel“. Click on “Programs“. Then click on “Turn Windows Features on or off”. It will open a new window. Scroll it down and select the “Telnet client” and “Telnet server“, click OK. Now windows will take 1 minutes to change the features.
Note: If you could not do it through control panel then type “Turn Windows features on or off” in the start menu. You will directly go to the third picture shown below.
Watching STAR WARS
Now it’s the time to watch STAR WARS.
- Go to command prompt and type telnet and press enter
- Then type O and press enter
- Then type towel.blinkenlights.nl and press enter
- Now you are done. Don’t press any key further. Just sit comfortably and watch STAR WARS episode IV.
If the above 4 procedures does not work then do the following
- Go to Start menu->Run
- Type telnet towel.blinkenlights.nl
- The command prompt will open and will directly connect to the STAR WARS
- Don’t press any key further. Just sit comfortably and watch STAR WARS episode IV.
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of the living truth.
This time of year on the island the smell of blackberries permeates the air, much like the scent of ripening grapes in a sundrenched vineyard. We pick bowlfuls of these black jewels several times a week and eat them plain, or puree them to make a pudding-like sauce.
These chunky nut cookies are topped with a glaze of seedless, satiny-smooth, blackberry puree. And when the cookies are dehydrated for an hour or so, the glaze thickens to form a delightful taste and texture. Be sure to eat them warm, right out of the dehydrator, with some succulent, warmed blackberries on top!
Ingredients: Makes 14 cookies
1 cup raw almonds, soaked
1 cup blackberries for glaze
1/2 cup raw pecans
1/4-1/3 teaspoon Himalayan, or Celtic salt
1/4 teaspoon anise
Soak almonds for 6-8 hours. Rinse and drain.
Put into food processor and chop as finely as possible.
Remove from food processor and set aside.
Put pecans, dates, salt, and anise into food processor and grind as finely as possible.
Add almonds and process all ingredients together. (The texture will be like a nut truffle.)
Roll into small balls, and place on mesh sheet of dehydrator.
Press balls with a fork, creating little "wells" in the centers.
Rinse blackberries gently in cool, pure water, and drain well.
Put berries into blender and blend until smooth.
Pour into a sieve. Press puree with a spoon to remove seeds.
Spoon a tablespoon of sauce on top of each cookie.
Place in dehydrator, with temperature set to 110 degrees, for about 1 1/2 hours.
A Little Story: Walking the Earth
This week I made these cookies for my birthday dinner. In the morning while I was outside picking blackberries, the smell of salty air from the sea rose on a breeze and mingled with the fragrant fruits. Many were so ripe that they fell off the vines, toppling to the ground with a plop.
I thought about what I'd read in Earthwalking Sky Dancer, about how in ancient times, in certain cultures, man was regarded as a conductor for earthly, spiritual, and celestial energies.
Spiritual energy would come through the top of the head and go through the body, leaving through the feet to enter the earth. Likewise, the earth energies would move into the feet and travel up through the body, exiting at the top of the head to flow into the spiritual realms.
In this way man became a conductor, a transmitter, for both the earth and spiritual energies, and this helped to keep life on the planet in balance.
Picking berries, I felt my heart expand. It was the continuation of having awakened in the morning with a deep sense of peacefulness and joy for the gift of life. Even though it was cloudy and cool outside, I didn't mind. Standing on the earth, a warmth of gratitude permeated my being and spread out in all directions in a sphere of beingness and love.


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News Around the Republic of Mexico | January 2008
|Mexico 2007 - The Year in Review|
Allan Wall - PVNN
The year 2007 A.D. is over, making it an opportune time to look back, review what happened in Mexico and speculate as to what might be in store for 2008. If one Mexican were to be designated "Man of the Year" that would surely be President Felipe Calderon, who just completed his first full calendar year as president.
|If one Mexican were to be designated "Man of the Year" that would surely be President Felipe Calderon, who just completed his first full calendar year as president.|
In 2007, Calderon displayed solid leadership capability, prosecuted a difficult war against drug cartels, and negotiated with Congress to enact new legislation. Calderon was able to set the agenda for Mexican politics.
As far as substantive legislative reform, Calderon presided over three reforms: the pension reform, the fiscal reform and the electoral reform.
All of three reforms were products of compromise, which is necessary in today's Mexico since the Congress has no majority party.
The pension reform has the potential of extending the viability of the pension system.
The fiscal reform fell far short of expectations, but, if properly managed, might increase government revenues by 2% of GDP.
The electoral reform (a constitutional amendment) was pushed by the opposition PRD (Party of the Democratic Revolution.) It remains highly controversial. In some ways, the reform restricts freedom of speech and poses some constitutional problems. Nevertheless, it was rapidly passed by every state legislature in Mexico with the exception of Coahuila, proving once again the power of Mexican party bosses to keep the rank and file in line.
Anyway, as easy as the Mexican Constitution is to change, this reform too might be modified within the next few years.
Another prominent Mexican in 2007 was AMLO (Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador), who narrowly lost to Calderon in 2006, and still hasn't conceded. AMLO traveled the country proclaiming himself the legitimate president of Mexico, failing to leave the past behind and move forward, AMLO is digging himself deeper into a hole and making himself irrelevant, even in his own party.
Marcelo Ebrard, on the other hand, the PRD mayor of Mexico City, is laying a strong foundation for a presidential bid in 2012. Ebrard set the agenda in Mexico City throughout 2007, by fighting crime and getting vendors off the streets downtown. Ebrard also provided novel forms of entertainment for Mexico City residents, such as artificial beaches in the summer and an ice rink in the Zocalo plaza in winter.
Vicente Fox, the previous president, continued to make news in 2007, with the construction of his presidential library, and speeches abroad. Fox also has a new book out, Revolution of Hope, which was published in English before Spanish. The former president, his wife and stepchildren have also been accused of various forms of corruption.
The year 2007 also saw Mexican Carlos Slim declared the richest man in the world by Fortune magazine, which estimated his fortune at $68 billion dollars.
The government's war on the drug cartels, and the battles between drug cartels continued through 2007. According to Attorney General Eduardo Medina Mora, this year there were 2500 drug executions, in contrast to 2350 in 2006.
In other Mexican crime news, 2007 saw the gruesome case of the Hannibal Lector-emulating "Cannibal Poet," who was arrested and suspiciously died in prison, highlighting the problems in Mexico's over-crowded correctional institutions.
Tragically, there were 6 journalists and media workers murdered in Mexico in 2007.
The biggest natural disaster of 2007 was the Tabasco flood, which covered 80% of the low-lying territory of that eastern Mexican state.
There were guerrilla attacks on oil installations, and the accidental explosion of a dynamite truck in 2007.
In an embarrassing though comical incident in the Old Continent, Mexican politician Roberto Madrazo was kicked out of a marathon in Germany for cheating.
There was controversy in 2007 over moral values. Homosexual civil unions were legalized in the northern state of Coahuila and Mexico City, where abortion law was also liberalized.
There was controversy over the economic globalization of Mexico, as farmers faced competition with the United States and shoemakers with China.
Also in 2007, the first Mexican fighting bull was cloned, and the flagship university UNAM got a new leader.
What about 2008, what does the new year have in store for Mexico? It will probably be a continuation of current trends, with however, some surprises as always.
What I hope for in Mexico is less crime and more economic growth. Whatever happens, it can't fail to be interesting, so stay tuned to Banderas News in 2008!
Allan Wall is an American citizen who has been teaching English in Mexico since 1991, and writing articles about various aspects of Mexico and Mexican society for the past decade. Some of these articles are about Mexico's political scene, history and culture, tourism, and Mexican emigration as viewed from south of the border, which you can read on his website at AllanWall.net.
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American model Ashley Graham is famous among people as the plus-sized models who have graced the covers of major fashion magazines including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour, and Elle. Moreover, she has also appeared in the TV shows such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and several others. Currently, she is married to Justin Ervin but has no children yet.
Ashley Graham was born on 30th October 1987 in Lincoln, Nebraska, USA and grew up with her parents Linda Graham along with her two younger sisters. Her mother is a homemaker while her father was a database marketer.
Graham attended Scott Middle School and enroll at Lincoln Southwest High School from 2002 to 2005. She was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia from her childhood and has a full-figured even at such age.
When she was just in her fourth grade she was hit by Puberty(reach sexual maturity). Due to this reason, she has faced lots of problem in her school days but her mother always protected and saved her.
Once, while she was doing her shopping at the Oak View Mall in Omaha, she was notified by the I & I agency and sooner sign a deal as a professional model.
Well most of us know, Ashley Graham as a plus-size model with a sexy figure. But some year back, she was criticized for her body shape by lots of people as it was in slender and fatty shape. Later on, she changed her body shaped in the perfect curved shape.
Her body figure is the outcome of diet and regular workouts. As per some of the sources, she uses to take green veggies, fish, chicken, whole grains like brown rice and quinoa. Moreover, she also takes a mix of juice.
For her fitness, she prefers to do gym circuit training and kettlebell workouts.
Ashley Graham has been married to her long-term boyfriend, Justin Ervin, since 2010. Her spouse Justin is a videographer in a Christian church since 2009. The couple tied the knot after dating for several years in 2010.
The duo doesn’t have any children. They seem to be strongly bonded with each other as there is no sign and rumors of their divorce.
Beside this, Kate hasn’t revealed any information regarding her past boyfriend and husband. She is able to maintain her private life secret.
Ashley Graham's net worth, as per Celebritynetworth, is $10 million, as of July 2019. Being Model, she has appeared in different fashion line and done modeling for several fashion lines and brands.
She was listed in the Forbes' list of world's highest-paid models in 2017, earning $5.5 million in that year, and also making her the first curve model to earn a spot on the ranking.
Discovered in 2000 at the age of 12 by the I & I agency, Graham marked with Wilhelmina Models in 2001 and later signed with Ford Models in 2003. All through her profession, she has showed up in a few noteworthy magazines, Levi's crusade, and showed up in a controversial Lane Bryant TV advertisement in 2010.
Besides, Graham profits from book deals too. She released her book A New Model: What Confidence, Beauty, and Power Really Look Liken in 2017. In the book, she discusses body energy and the worries of working in the style business and furthermore discusses what life resembled before demonstrating and how she made harmony with her size.
Firstly, Ashley Graham attended a model convention and signed a deal with Wilhelmina Models in 2001. After working for two years with Wilhelmina, and appearing in the YM magazine, she signed another deal with Ford Models in 2003.
On the October of 2009, Ashley appeared in the issues of Glamour editorial “These Bodies are Beautiful at Every Size” along with other models such as Kate Dillon Levin, Amy Lemons, Lizzie Miller, Crystal Renn, Jennie Runk, etc.
In 2010, Ashley appeared in the controversial TV commercial which was covered by news outlets such as The Huffington Post and the New York Post. She was also named as the Full Figured Fashion Week’s Model of the Year. She also the cover model of Elle Quebec in 2014 June.
In 2016, Ashley became the first plus-size model to appear on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and also featured in the music video of “Toothbrush”. In the same year, she also worked as a backstage host for Miss USA 2016, Miss Universe 2016, Miss USA 2017, and Miss Universe 2017. Moreover, she was also an official judge of the reality TV show America’s Next Top Model.
Besides modeling career, Ashely Graham is also an author. She has published the book such as A New Model: What Confidence, Beauty, and Power Really Look Like. She has shared her personal experiences as a model and also as an advocate for body positivity.
Apart from a modeling career, Ashley Graham is also active in social work. She has participated in several humanitarian works in different places around the globe with the Themba Foundation. Additionally, she also advocates for self-acceptance regarding body images and also explains why one shouldn’t refer to her as “Plus-Sized” Models, as for how it separated them from other models. Moreover, she is also an advocate for a confident self-image, body positive attitude.
American Model Ashley Graham is also very active in social media such as Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
Among all of her site, she is most popular in her Instagram having more than 7.6 million followers of 2018. She uses to post on her Instagram platform on a regular basis including her personal as well professional life.
She is an American model
Her age is 31, as of 2019.
She stands 5 feet 9 inches or 175 cm tall.
She is worth $10 million (Celebritynetworth), as of July 2019.

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Tue January 29, 2013
The Last Word In Business
Originally published on Tue January 29, 2013 7:36 am
The nickel — with Lady Liberty on the front and the Roman numeral V on the reverse — shows the date 1913. The problem is the liberty head was replaced by the buffalo head in 1912. Making this nickel a bootleg — one of five allegedly cast at the Philadelphia Mint by a crooked employee. One nickel is expected to sell for more than $2 million at an auction this spring.

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Now hold on! Before your mind goes any deeper in the gutter, take a deep breath, cause this won't be THAT kind of a post. Disappointed? Sorry, I'll consider writing one of those posts when my blogger legs are a little less wobbly. In the meantime, this post is about the important roles that friends play in our lives, and how sad life would be without the benefit of having close and amazing friends.
You see, I'm feeling a little bit sheepish because I'm realizing that I am not a good friend, in the sense that I have never really been good at nurturing my friendships. In a word, I've taken my friends for granted many a times, and I am determined to work harder at treasuring and maintaining my close friendships. So this is a love letter to my besties because without you, my life would be lonely and missing a lot of depth.
The thing I absolutely love about my friends is that they are so versatile, unique and all have a special place in my heart. There isn't one I love more than the other. I love each of them for the special and amazing person that they are. I remember as a younger self, trying to rank my friends in some random and arbitrary level of importance and feeling that the title of "BFF" was one of honour and reserved for one special person. I don't think that's true anymore. I consider all my close friends to be my BFFs because my life is made better by their presence in it and the fact that they each have taught me something that make ME a better person through inspiration, courage, laughter and the love that they have shown me.
I was bullied a lot as a kid and didn't have meaningful friendships for a long time. Instead, whatever person seemed to like me became my instant BFF. I would do whatever was needed for my BFF to like me back because I was worried if I did anything wrong, my BFF would ditch me like an old towel and I'd be alone. Sounds pathetic doesn't it? It does and it was. But when you get called nasty names, have false rumours spread about you that make the whole school treat you like a pariah, and are mocked for how you look, it's hard not to grab onto the first person that makes you feel like you matter. Anyway, along the way as I grew into an awkward teenager, I was fortunate to be part of a group of friends that accepted me for who I was. I learned so much from some of these friends and when I left France to move to Canada, it was really hard to leave them behind.
It was even harder to arrive in a country in which I knew noone, and land in the world of university residence where I was clearly the odd-man out. I struggled to make friends, and struggled even more when so-called friends turned superficial, catty, and started mocking openly and bad-mouthing behind my back. One of the friend I had made at one point told me she didn't want to be bothered by my "concerns"....that was the end of that friendship. Two of my room mates, who were sorority sisters, professed that the special bonds they shared with their sorority sisters made them the best of friends for life. Yet, they took any opportunity possible to stab their "sisters" in the back. I quickly realized that I'd rather be alone in life than have "friends" like them. Thankfully, I had the friendship of an older and much wiser woman who took care of me, making sure I was adapting well and inviting me on week-ends to her house to make sure I wasn't feeling alone and homesick. She had a huge impact in my life, I love her very much and I will forever be grateful to this amazing friend. In my second year of University, I made friends with a couple of women in my program, and one of them introduced me to my husband.
It's fair to say that for after being hurt by superficial friendships, I was very hesitant and unsure about what friendships meant. I had a few close friends, but I guess I still felt at the time that the more friends I had, the more it meant I was likeable. I equated my worth as a person to how many friends liked and appreciated me, not realizing at the time that if people didn't appreciate me for who I was, they weren't worthy of being my friends. When I started working I thought I was entering the world of mature grown-ups, but I quickly realized that in an office made 90% of women, office politics, gossip and superficiality still reigned supreme. Thankfully, a few of the women I worked with became mentors and friends that I truly appreciated. And when I started working as a Doula, I was lucky to meet inspiring, loving and supportive women, a few of which I am lucky to now have as close friends.
Once we moved to Ottawa, with an 8 month-old baby in the middle of winter, we knew noone there either. It took a long time to build friendships, but then with the birth of Jaime came the opportunity to welcome new, enduring friends. My Doula at the time (now a wonderful friend) invited me to a playgroup at her sister's house which became my lifeline in those years. Even though I was initially nervous about being in the company of these women I had just met, through these women, I experienced the first meaningful, trustworthy friendships I had in a very long time. We were by no means as glamourous as Carrie Bradshaw and her friends, but the bond we developped over the next few years, meeting every Tuesday so the kids could "play", was definitely the close bonds that is often idealized on TVshows. I felt nurtured, supported, loved and appreciated in ways I hadn't experienced in a long time. Joy and love are the words that come to mind whenever I think of playgroup days.
Life took us our separate ways when the children started school, and more friendships developped through doula work and school. One of my closest friendship budded, flourished and ended in the saddest way. I had never "broken-up" with a friend before, but with this friend I did. I realized that although this friend meant the world to me, she was dragging me down a very dark road of self-despair, pessimism and negativity. Our families were really, really close and the "break-up" was hard for more than just me. When I realized how negative and sour I had become as a result of that friendship (a discovery I made in the presence of my oldest friend, my cousin, whose laughter and love of life tugged me back to my self), I decided I had to step away from the friendship. It was the hardest, and most courageous thing I had done in a long time. It was also the most liberating, in that I was reclaiming myself and standing up for Me.
I have since made new friends and feel very blessed by the friends I have chosen to have in my life. Because it is a choice to decide who you want to have in your life. To cherish the friends that will bring you joy, make you laugh hard, be there for you when you need it the most, and also forgive you when you screw up and do something you wish you didn't do or when you don't call often, even though you mean to. It's also hard to make the decision to end a friendship and realize that the relationship is done. But it must be done so that your Me can flourish and grow.
I am who I am today in part because of the friendships I have had and what they have given me. These friendships have taught me much about who I am and what I stand for. My confidence has soared thanks to these friendships. And I share bonds with many women that I hope I will have for the rest of my life. I couldn't imagine my life without the special women I call friends and I want them to know how grateful I am that they are in my life. I may not call often (it's not that I don't want to, sometimes I'm worried I'll bother you), we may not see each other as much as we want to, but please know that you hold a special place in my heart and I love you very much. By the way, I have a few guy friends (just a few) that are very special to me too, and one in particular that, though I haven't been great at maintaining my relationship with him, made a particular year in my life so much fun and so wonderful that I will always be grateful to him and feel lucky that he came into my life. Can't wait to see you in Toronto in May...:)))
I had been planning this post for a few days, when I received a message yesterday from my former playgroup friends asking if we wanted to rekindle the tradition and start seeing each other once a month like in the olden days....but sans kids. I felt the surge of excitement as soon as I got the email, because YES! for sure I'll be there and I can't wait to renew the tradition with some wonderful women that make my life so much more colourful.
I'll be trying to work harder at maintaining my friendships from now on, because I realize that it's easy to let life go by and ignore the meaningful relationships in my life. To all my friends: I love you and I'll be talking with you really, really soon!


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thanksgiving table setting inspiration with calligraphy and magnolia leaves
Australian table decorations - Candle with leaves wrapped around it with ribbon -simple but elegant Más
Be inspired by things around you to make these beautiful Thanksgiving centerpieces with these easy ideas, since your holiday table just isn't complete without a lovely Thanksgiving DIY focal point.
Apple Place Card via Wedding Wire
Grab a white paint marker to create this "place card/place mat" combo on plain kraft paper. Round out the no-frills setting with a marble charger ho
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Dont know who the judges will get into this one! (Then ive given up with thinking about how judges think!) It will be like three different contests. All pieces are very different so will the judges pick the best band playing the piece they think is hardest or the piece they like the best???? I like all three pieces but bring on Contest Music! :?


Ghirardelli Associates was selected by CCTA to provide construction management services for this project which improves the traffic operations at the I-80/Central Avenue interchange and along Central Avenue between Rydin Road and San Pablo Avenue. The project will be completed in two phases. Phase 1 redirects left turns from westbound (WB) Central Avenue onto I-80 WB to the adjacent I-580 eastbound onramp at Rydin Road during weekend peak hours; and installs traffic signals at the I-580 ramps. The project also included installing 17 new ADA curb ramps along Central Avenue between Highways 80 and 580.
Ghirardelli Associates staff inspected the signalization of two 4-way stop intersection, the installation of four new variable message signs and overhead sign structure, the removal and replacement of 17 new ADA compliant curb ramps and the removal and installation of 100-feet of new barrier rail over the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) and Highway 580. We monitored compliance with the contract plans and specifications, as well as recorded and reported all construction activities and maintained reports in a project file. We maintained construction diaries that included documentation of the work progress, materials tested, and any other pertinent information in a daily diary for permanent record of events.
Photographs of project progress were taken on a regular basis and kept for permanent records to verify quality for acceptance.
The project also processed a million-dollar change order to remove and replace 3,000 tons of asphalt concrete along Central Avenue between Pierce Street and the I-580 overcrossing.
This project included many different inspection disciplines including, structures, civil, and electrical and required coordination with multiple different entities including, Contra Costa Transportation Authority, City of Richmond, Caltrans, East Bay Municipal Utility District, AT&T, UPRR, Stege Sanitation, and PG&E. The project staff, especially our field inspector, work very hard to make this project a success for both Ghirardelli Associates and our client.
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At this forum, you’ll learn more about Opportunity Zones, a community development program that encourages long-term investments in low-income and urban communities nationwide. Hear from our keynote speaker, John Lettieri, President & CEO of the Economic Innovation Group (EIG). Lettieri is responsible for the executive leadership of EIG, where he oversees the organization’s efforts to study and address regional inequality and the decline of economic dynamism in the United States.
John Lettieri - Economic Innovation Group
Joe Monty - Eide Bailly
Mayor Tim Mahoney - City of Fargo
Alex Smith - United States Economic Development Administration
Commissioner Karen Tyler - North Dakota Securities Department
Loren Schirber - Minnesota Opportunity Zone Advisors
Overview of the event:
Session 1: National Impact & Overview of Opportunity Zones
Session 2: Local Impact
Session 3: Real Time Examples
Session 4: Learning Opportunities and Social
Come learn about what Opportunity Zones are, discover the efforts that are already in place, and connect with other active community partners! This is a free community event, but we ask that you register on Eventbrite. Click here to get registered.
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Thursday, August 06, 2009
Nail on head
The cure will be to increase the median wage, and to stop the transfer of the national income to fewer and fewer hands. For that is how the system is set up today. It is not the result of 'free markets' but a sustained transfer of wealth through regulatory and tax policies, and a pernicious corruption of the nation most significantly starting in 1980, although a case has been made for 1913.

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Riordan zones in on surprise
Riordan High played its finest eight minutes of the season, then spent the next 24 playing well only in spurts for a 56-49 triumph over visiting San Lorenzo in the quarterfinals of the Northern California boys Division III basketball playoffs.
The victory was Riordan's 15th this season against 16 defeats, the latest surprise victory in the Crusaders' climb from afterthought entry in the Central Coast Section playoffs to section champion and now semifinalist for a regional title.
Pressing fiercely, Riordan, which finished sixth in the West Catholic Athletic League, forced eight first-period turnovers by North Coast Section runner-up San Lorenzo (26-7) and jumped to an 18-6 lead before its frenzy cooled.
The pace slowed even further when San Lorenzo coach Tom Longaker turned at the start of the second half from man-to-man to a 1-2-2 zone defense which almost eliminated what had been an effective Riordan inside game.
San Lorenzo, with Hayward Area Athletic League All-Star guard Jamar Holloway on his way to 21 points, led, 49-48, with 1:57 to play before three-year veteran Jonathan Turner scored on a three-point play. Two free throws by Frank Black at the 0:41 mark gave Riordan a 53-49 lead.
"That was a smart move," acknowledged Riordan coach Rich Forslund of San Lorenzo's defensive 12 switch. "We're not a very good outside shooting team. The zone slowed us down. It was as smart adjustment and it also helped conserve some of their energy."
Forslund cited Turner's seven-point fourth period and Jamar Lawrence's 12-point first half as major factors in the Crusader victory.
"Seniors' time to shine," he said, "and Jonathan and Jamar have really been shining."
Riordan's next challenge will come Thursday at Northern Section champion Enterprise of Redding (21-7), the division's No. 1 seed and a 58-57 winner Tuesday night over Rocklin.
"We're ready for the trip," grinned Turner, who finished with 12 points.
*Division II: Top-seeded St. Francis of Mountain View (24-7) learned during the WCAL regular season it could win without Senque Carey, and that lesson bore fruit for the CCS champion Lancers in a 61-41 home-floor quarterfinals win over San Ramon Valley of Danville.
Two-time WCAL MVP Carey, who missed three weeks of league play with a bruised knee, got into early foul trouble and was benched the entire second period. He finished with just 13 points.
But fellow senior Pat Yaegerscored 19 points as St. Francis rallied from a 23-17 deficit to outscore the NCS runner-up 44-18 in the second half. Chris Wiedemann scored 13 for the losers.
In other games, San Francisco AAA runner-up Burton (23-7) was eliminated by host Montgomery at Santa Rosa, 77-62, despite 21 points and 20 rebounds by Arinze Anoruo; and visiting CCS No. 2 representative Woodside (22-8) advanced past Sac-Joaquin Section winner Galt of Sacramento County, 60-47, with Ronnie Davenport scoring 18 points. Tracy's West High won at Pleasant Valley of Chico, 66-59.
*Division III: The stunner of the night was a victory by CCS No. 2 Capuchino of San Bruno (18-12) at NCS champion and No. 1-seeded Miramonte of Orinda, 38-34. Sophomore guard Chris Victor scored 12 for the Peninsula team, Bill Krause nine for the shocked Matadors.
Cap travels Thursday to Del Oro of Loomis, No. 2-seeded Sac Joaquin champion that downed Las Plumas, 76-50.
*Division IV: Senior guard Bob Donlan continued his late-season heroics, scoring 13 of Marin Catholic's 15 fourth-period points and finishing with 21 for the game as the NCS champion Wildcats (22-11) advanced to the semifinals with a 50-45 win over visiting San Joaquin runner-up Argonaut of Jackson at Kentfield. Marin Catholic trailed after three quarters, 37-35.
Elsewhere, Pacific Grove topped Corning, 68-36; Palma eliminated Sutter, 62-42; and Modesto Christian ousted NCS runner-up Drake of San Anselmo, 72-65.
*Division V: Senior guard Steve McIlwain padded his state scoring lead with 45 points as CCS champion Fremont Christian (22-5) reached the semifinals with a 69-66 victory over Liberty Christian of Redding at Fremont's Kennedy High.
The victory sends Fremont Christian to Santa Rosa Thursday for a game at top-seeded NCS champion Rincon Valley Christian (31-1), 84-40 victor over Faith Christian of Yuba City.
In the bottom half of the bracket, NCS No. 2 Berean Christian of Walnut Creek (24-5) topped Mercy at Red Bluff, 48-39; and Brookside Christian of Stockton whipped Sacred Heart Prep of Atherton, 66-44, at San Joaquin Delta C.C.
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CMR Performing Arts Department presents “Little Shop of Horrors”
The CMR Performing Arts Department presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, sponsored by Westside Family Dental. Performances are November 30 and December 1 at 7:30 pm, December 2 at 2 pm only and December 7 – 9 at 7:30 pm in the Bill Williamson Hall Auditorium. Tickets are $10 each with General Admission seating. The box office will open 45 minutes before showtime. This boy meets girl meets man-eating plant musical is rated PG13+ for language, adult and intense situations. For more information call 406-268-6117.

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Ladder Press, 2007. 168 pages. ISBN 0-9790371615
Terry Hargrove is appearing April 5, 2008 at the New Haven Free Public Library.
I became familiar with Terry Hargrove through a writing website that I've been frequenting. "Thisisby.us" has a broad range of writers and poets from rank amateurs to real professionals. Hargrove is one of the pros.
He's quite modest, doesn't throw his credentials around or beat the less experienced with the club of his accomplishments, but I did get a hint that he might have a book in print, and sure enough, this is it.
Hargrove is one of seven children, born and raised in Lewisburg,Tennessee, who moved to Old Saybrook, Connecticut with his family. There he writes a column for the Pictorial Gazette, a Connecticut newspaper.
Hargrove's stories are uniformly short and sweet, and I had to prevent myself from racing through his book. It takes only a few minutes to read any one of them, and many are quite good read aloud. (My wife can attest to how many times I stopped her from whatever she was doing and made her listen while I was reading this book.) They remind me a little of the stories I used to hear on NPR read by Bailey White, and I think that NPR would do well to entice Terry Hargrove to read his stories on the air, if he's of a mind to.
There are 47 stories in this book, so I'm not going to go into each one, but I will point out a few that really stand out.
"Damon Runyon and Me" is about Terry's appreciation of Roller Derby, a sport which Runyon invented.
"Tennessee Spring" is tornado season. "Maybe tornadoes are God's construction company, like the one working on I-95 only faster, cheaper, and non-union."
"When Should I Start Being Concerned?" Children don't often fall into stereotypical molds -- they are real individuals right from the start.
"The Face" is about having a mustache, or not having a mustache; dealing with eighth-graders, and dealing with one's father-in-law.
"Lessons From Jam Pot" has serious existential questions -- and answers.
"Easter Duck" remembers a pet that could have inspired Rod Serling.
"A Halloween Tale" deals with death, and fear, and crawl spaces.
"Problems With Math" is a great explanation of what it's like to not intuitively understand mathematics. Terry Hargrove describes getting a bad headache from it; I just get sleepy.
"The Christmas Tree" If I have to declare a favorite, this is it. This is a horselaugh from beginning to end.
"The Age Before Computer Nerds" tells us a bit about the comic book kid, and his future.
"Getting Even" is about getting even, and it's a delight to revel in Glenn's delight.
Mr. Hargrove has given us a wonderful sampling of his work, which will leave readers looking for more. He deals with ordinary life: families, communities, schools, and churches, and the things that happen within them, without sanding off the rough spots or polishing the surface. His stories impress us as true reflections of life, they remind us of things that have happened in our own real lives, of people and places we have known.
I'll be looking forward to reading Terry Hargrove's next book.
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Comparison between animal-derived CS and Mythocondro®: Peff of Mythocondro® appeared to be significantly higher than the rest of the samples. [Surapaneni 2013]
Comparison between percent of reductions of pharmaceutical grade Animal CS and Mythocondro®, administered at 900mg/kg body Weight for 14 days. [Bauerova 2014].
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Portrait – once you’ve stared into her fiery eyes you cannot forget Pitta’s beauty. Her eyes are penetrating green, gray or hazel, with perfect lashes and brows. Her straight hair is sandy brown, golden blonde, copper, or blazing red. Her skin is warm and pink and soft and her cheeks and nose are probably dotted with freckles or beauty marks and are ever so slightly moist and dewy from the natural oils in her tissue. Her scarlet lips are evenly shaped, her face is sharply contoured, and her body is well proportioned. Cool greens and blues balance her intensity and pearls, moonstone and silver bring out the sparkle in her eye.
♦ Pitta types are renowned for their passionate ‘can do’ attitude, and are the achievers of this world, as they possess huge stores of energy. Owing to predominance of the great elements of Fire & Water in their constitutional makeup they experience a predominance the qualities listed below, physically, emotionally and mentally.


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Hurtigruten has been recognized as the most sustainable brand in Norway’s travel and tourism sector in the latest edition of the Sustainable Brand Index for 2024, according to a press release. Hurtigruten was the only travel and tourism brand among the top 100 in a survey that evaluated 282 brands across 25 industries. This annual survey, conducted by SB Insight since 2013, involved 13,000 Norwegian consumers.
Hedda Felin, CEO of Hurtigruten, stated: “We are so pleased to see that Norwegians perceive Hurtigruten as the most sustainable company in the travel industry. We view this as a validation of the tangible results we have consistently delivered in safeguarding nature and culture along the iconic coastline we sail throughout the year and the value we co-create with the local communities along the Norwegian coastline.”
Felin added: “For Hurtigruten, it is essential that our perception as sustainable aligns with our real-world performance. This drives our investments in solutions aimed to effect genuine change, including emission reduction, food waste management, sourcing local produce, and purchasing services from coastal vendors.”
As reviewed by Morningstar Sustainalytics, Hurtigruten achieved the highest ESG ranking among cruise companies globally, placing It among the top 3% in the international travel industry.
Felin further commented: “We have made substantial investments in emission reduction measures, including significant environmental upgrades to our vessels. Currently, we are collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders from the industry, government sector, and academia on zero-emission ships aimed at eliminating emissions while drastically reducing energy consumption. We acknowledge that the journey ahead is long, but our commitment remains resolute.”
In addition, Hurtigruten unveiled plans for its Sea Zero project, aiming to introduce the world’s most energy-efficient cruise vessel by 2030. The company has already upgraded three of its seven ships to battery-hybrid power, targeting a reduction of CO₂ emissions by 25% and NOx emissions by 80%.
In 2009, Hurtigruten Group led the industry by prohibiting the use of heavy fuel oil and, by 2018, became the first to eliminate single-use plastics. Later, in 2019, HX Hurtigruten Expeditions launched MS Roald Amundsen, the first battery-hybrid-powered ship in the world.


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Glazed ceramic two color lidded teapot, signed on the underside "Shelton / 94 / MS".
5 x 9 x 6 1/2 in.From the Estate of the late Earl and Fran Senger, Greensboro, North Carolina
Mitchell Shelton is the son of Virginia Shelton, and an eighth generation potter related to both the King and Cole pottery families. He opened his own pottery in 1988.

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MPG (Gasoline) 27 / 19
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2004 Volvo V40
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We want to know how your transition from employment in the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) to being a key player in the home video industry has been.
I retired from the NTA officially in 1994 and I never did anything until late 1998 when I came back on board and I started this home video thing. Along the line I think I was hooked up on a particular vice. I have talked so much about it and I think I don’t want a repeat performance of it. Thank God today, am clean. The rest is history.
You said you joined the home video industry. What was the prime motivation for joining the industry judging by the fact that it was a concept that was new in the country then ?
My former president in the ANTP, I am a member of the ANTP, though we have a number bodies now in the theater art industry. The former president,Adebayo Salami (Oga Bello) who is a close friend and associate brought me into the system. After my rehabilitation, I went to him and he encouraged me telling me I could still be very active, asking me if I could join them in the home video industry. Before I knew it, this popular guy, Muyiwa Ademola and one other producer approached me in my house in Ibadan. They said they wanted me to come and play a role in their movie.
I asked them to tell me how much they were going to pay me and they said they were going to pay me 3,500 Naira. I was shocked and I asked him what kind of money was that, I wanted to know if that was the kind of money they paid to artists then. He encouraged me, telling me that it was just the starting point. He told me that my consent would do the two of us a lot of good. I introduced the idea to my mother, my mum is somebody that is very close to me. So, I told my mum and she also encouraged me, telling me that God was behind me and I went. You won’t believe it that before the end of the month, a was in about three, four other locations, raking in little money, here and there. That was my entry into the home video industry.
What was the title of the film?
I think the title was Aderounke. That must have been that guy’s (Muyiwa Ademola’s) first or second film. When we were shooting the film, we carried cameras from one house to the other on our heads, there was no vehicles to move us but I thank God for the guy today, he rides on a jeep now that tells you how lucrative the industry is.
You have featured in many films since then, what was the highest amount of money you’ve ever been paid to feature in a movie?
Honestly, I don’t remember the last time I have been paid the sum of 100,000 Naira, the only time I was paid the sum of 120,000 was when I featured as Agboniregun in the epic Yoruba film Oduduwa, since then, I can’t remember having been paid over 100,000 Naira.
How did you get involved in the sitcom, Koko Close?
I was then a civil servant working in NTA Ibadan. The whole story began when some of us namely Akin Lewis and some others sat down to work on the concept. Credit for the idea that brought about the programme goes to one Ghanaian. Then the General Manager of NTA Ibadan, Chief Yemi Farounbi gave us all the freedom we needed to put the programme together. We were young men who were given all the opportunity to bring the programme idea to light. For the first time in the history of television programming, Koko Close was the only programme that was allotted both it’s own editing suite as well as vehicles to convey cast and crew to location. It has never happened before in NTA but because of the success of the programme these concessions were given to us. This success was too much that one of my ogas had to call me aside, telling me to make use of the success attained for lifelong opportunities.
How did you get the role in Koko Close?
The situation was such that we knew one another very well. For instance, everybody involved in the production knew I could play the role of a troublesome landlord very well, so it was not too difficult fitting perfectly into the role. Akin who played the corps member knew he was also very well suited for the role and some others who took part in the play.
You played the role of a difficult landlord. How much of yourself would you say came out of being Chief Oluwalambe?
Olumide Bakare is different from Chief Oluwalambe. Olumide Bakare is humble and gentle but Chief Oluwalambe was a typical landlord of those era who would brook no nonsense from his none paying tenant. You see, before I could do that, I picture what a typical landlord of those days went through to build a four-flat building. Chief Oluwalambe was a cocoa merchant who struggled to build his house, you will agree with me that such person would have to be aggressive while collecting his rents. That I tried to do.
Why was the programme rested?
The programme was never rested, it actually wound up. The programme ended with the landlord selling the house and ejecting the tenants. He later went ahead to buy another bungalow where he would not be bothered by the tenants.
There are so many groups in the Nollywood industry. If you look back at your participation , what gains has been achieved so far in the industry and where do you think attention should be focused on to move it forward?
If I understand your question very well, I will say we need to make improvement in all areas. I want to say that the question of Nollywood being the term to describe the industry is faulty. Probably because we have Hollywood in America, Bollywood in India and some people believe that the best term to describe the industry is Nollywood. Who is Nolly? Who is Wood? Let’s assume that the name Nollywood has come to stay to describe the Nigerian movie industry, is Nollywood being fair to the movie industry in Nigeria?
Then, do you suggest any name?
No, I can not. It only pains that the name has been hijacked by one ethnic group
Does that signifies a dichotomy in the industry?
How serious is the dichotomy?
My brother, the dichotomy is very terrible.
Then, what suggestions do you to remedy the situation both in the long and short term as the industry is beginning to attract attention from all directions?
The way forward is that all stakeholders in the Nigerian movie industry come together to form a common body. There so many bodies or groups now.
A veteran like you, Chief Chike Okpala (aka Zebrudaya) said he decided not to be part of the home video industry because those in the industry are not well grounded?
Yes, I think he is right because, some of us doing it (home video) are in it because of our love for the profession. You need to see the kind of insults we get from some of these our younger colleagues on locations. Anybody can just accost you on the road, telling you he or she wants you to help facilitate her/his emergence as an actor just like that.
Since you’ve identified the problems, have you been able to discuss them with other stakeholders who might share the same sentiments?
Presently, the ANTP has been able to put somebody at the helm of affairs. He is somebody who is very intelligent, that is in the person of Prince Jide Kosoko. He has invited a lot of us to come and give suggestions on how to move the industry forward. I believe this kind of initiative would lead to a conference.
At the end we would call on our friends in the other language sector, I mean the guys in the Igbo sector, the Hausa sector, the Kanuri sector and others. The thing is that we need to sit down and look for a way for the industry. The problem is that every sector in the industry wants to be unique. This is my grouse with Nollywood. The effect is such that the money that ought to come naturally to the artistes is going to the marketers.
When we look at our brothers in the Igbo category of Nollywood, one would conclude that they area better organised than you people in the Yoruba category. Why so?
The average Igbo executive producer is first, a businessman. He has a very a strong network of marketing. Being used to trading, they (the executive producer) will go all the way to sell their films.
You were the lead character of the now rested Koko Close (a television sitcom) that was widely and eagerly watched across the country. Now, we don’t have popular programmes that commands such viewer ship. Why has that become our lot in this country?
You see, in those days the country was much more buoyant than it is today. Security (of the country) was tight. The rate of crime when compared to what we have now is better. I also want to tell you that Nigerians have options to chose from. God has been so kind to us, he has been kind to us to have producers in the likes of Wale Adenuga. I want to tell you one thing, he has been producing a programme in the Nigerian television today, they call it Super Story. The kind of viewership that was given to Koko Close then is what super story is getting now because of the quality of production. I would still tell you that there is still something close to it.
You said the ANTP is doing something to sanitise the industry. Can you throw more light on that?
This year, God being on our side, we will invite the press to come and see some of the programmes we have in the pipeline. This year, we hope to reform the sector in terms of artiste fees, artistic quality, technicalities, marketing and content. One of our major problem is marketing.
What kind of participation would you advocate for the government in the industry since it has shown the willingness?
We have the Nigerian Film corporation, it can do a lot but I think the corporation has its own problems too, if we have a corporation that has not at anytime gone out to produce what I would call ‘a Nigerian film’ then, what is the essence of the corporation and its usefulness to artistes. What is the essence of the corporation since they don’t assist Nigerians to make movies? I have never heard of any form of collaboration between the corporation and the relevant stakeholders in the industry, especially between the so-called independent producers and the corporation and they say they have equipments. I understand that they have just bought new equipments, what are they doing with it? I believe government can still do a lot for the industry in terms of collaboration.


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First, how cute is PM Anders Fogh Rasmussen?
Second, how great is it for him to get the Camp David treatment?
I know I was discouraged and had some mixed feelings about the Danes and Dhimmitude after our visit to Copenhagen in April but I also have to admit my slice of Denmark was not that big or all that long. True, I expected a more in your face stance, but that might just be the brash, swaggering American in me. Hah-hah!
I just know I admire the heck out of those Danish citizens who have taken a stand against the Muslim tide: The Danish soldiers who serve, the editors at the Jylands - Posten, Queen Margarethe, PM Rasmussen, the chic, little blonde at the Amber Shop on Stroget that sold my husband and I the bitchin' amber jewelry ensemble that was my birthday gift, the sweet and friendly gal at the Marriott bar, the driver of our tour bus, the friendly guy on the street that bummed a match to light a joint. (I kid you not.)
Tak, my Danish friends. I did truly enjoy my short time in your beautiful country and I hope to return soon. (Okay, you should still loosen up the nanny reins on the internet, but your Carlsberg Beer was life affirming and very much appreciated!)
Here's a snippet from the Washington Post:
Most weeks, the White House sees a procession of foreign leaders, and the past week alone brought the leaders of the Congo Republic, Chile and Honduras through the Oval Office. But only the prime minister of Denmark was granted a meeting and lunch at Camp David with President Bush, not to mention a 10-mile bicycle ride through the Catoctin Mountain woods.Some more pics of the meeting can be found here. (Freaking Blogger has taken a dump again)
"He's very fast," Anders Fogh Rasmussen observed afterward. "I consider myself a skilled mountain biker, but it was challenging."
Here's the transcript of the press conference.
The Copenhagen Post's recap of the trip.
An interesting form of Sammenhold with the Russians here.


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Justin Theroux is making magic at home with the help of his pup, Kuma. And how is he doing it? By enjoying candlelit dinners with the pup, of course.
It looks like Justin Theroux has taken a cue from his turn as Tramp in the Disney live-action remake of Lady and the Tramp. In fact, it seems that he is once again reliving the iconic dinner scene between the two romantic pups, but this time he is doing it with his pup Kuma.
While Theroux has recreated the iconic dinner scene with Kuma in the past, this time it is all about enjoying candlelit dinners in quarantine. Every day, the actor has taken to social media (I know I have been checking out his posts on Instagram) to share video and even pictures, of himself and his pup enjoying dinner together.
In many of the videos, Justin Theroux is the consummate gentleman and makes sure that Kuma is eating first and enjoying the meal. And when we say that Kuma is dining by candlelight with the actor, we really mean it. After all, the pup gets a plate and a seat at the table, plus the meals in question seem to be just as impressive as say a moonlit Italian dinner a la Lady and the Tramp.
According to 10 Daily, Theroux has served meals that include zucchini bread, lasagna (which is apparently a favorite of Kuma’s), and even sweet potato latkes. Seriously, the actor is going all out on these special dinner dates with his pup and we are here for it!
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And not only are they doing nightly dinners, but they are even taking part in “Formal Friday” which is when they both get dressed up for a more formal meal together.
Perhaps what makes this entire scenario even more magical is that Justin Theroux is doing his part to support local businesses with his endeavor. Instead of cooking these meals, he is getting them from local restaurants who are also supporting front line workers such as first responders and healthcare workers.
We love seeing actors enjoying time with their loved ones and pets, and something like this is truly magical. Theroux clearly adores his pup and we love to see it.
What do you think of these dinner parties that Kuma and Justin Theroux are having on a nightly basis? Do you love seeing posts like this? Tell us what you think in the comments.


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In our recent article a “Rise in Youth Concussions” we spoke about the recent increase in head injuries amongst our younger non-professional athletes. We discussed how concussions in kids have doubled in the last 10 years.
We spoke with Angelo Marsella on how we could help young athletes to prevent head injuries. He also gave parents and coaches’ tips on what to look out for when players get concussions and also the importance of having an athletic trainer on the field.
Fortunately for us, Dr. Steve Horwitz read our article and contacted us with some information to help teams solve the problem of not having an athletic trainer. Dr. Horwitz is a chiropractor with a focus in sports medicine who was apart of the USA Olympics’ team medical staff in 1996.
Dr. Horwitz is also the founder of “Team Safe” a patent-pending native app developed with input from many in the medical field. The app provides emergency action plans, all player’s emergency contacts, emergency medical info for each player, and an emergency care center with instructions for CPR, AED, Heimlich maneuver and much more. Being a coach, medical professional and most importantly a dad lead him to begin working on “Team Safe”.
“The passion came from when I was on the sidelines I realized nobody knows anything,” said Horwitz. “One example I have is our son now is involved Taekwondo, and neither my wife or I can be at every session, so when I spoke to the master their neither he or any of his instructors knew CPR. So we taught them CPR and developed an emergency action plan.”
Some high schools are fortunate enough to have an athletic trainer present during practice or games, but some schools are not and rec league teams who are not heavily funded may not be able to afford one, which is where Team Safe comes in.
“The goal was to make it user friendly for the layperson (non medical expert) to remove all the medical terminology so they can understand how to use it, because in a perfect world we would have athletic trainers not just at every game but every practice too but that’s not reality,” said Horwitz. “We have 20-50 million kids playing youth sports the bulk of that does not have an athletic trainer on the sideline, so how can we create a culture and community of safety.”
Coaches and teams who sign up with the app are prompted to go through a coach safety certification course, which will help, coaches prepare, recognize, manage, and prevent on-field injuries. The app has many uses including a medical info section for each player provided by their parents.
“The parent would just enter the child’s age, height, weight, any medical conditions, any medication they take, and then we added a little extra to that from a legal standpoint there’s a consent form for parents to sign allowing the coach to use a child’s EpiPen if needed,” said Horwitz.
In our first article, Angelo Marsella spoke about many ways to try and prevent injuries but he did mention athletic trainers should have an emergency action plan just in case. Team Safe suggests the same thing for teams without an athletic trainer on hand; including action plans for players with specific health issues.
“When we talk about emergency action plans literally it just means who’s running out on the field, you must assign a coach who is comfortable in dealing with a kid bleeding on the field to run out there,” said Horwitz. “So we have a template and all you’re doing is assigning a duty whether it be the coach, assistant coaches or even some parents you assign as safety officers.”
One of the most important sections of the app maybe the emergency care center which gives you the “down and dirty” as Dr. Horwitz calls it of what to do in specific injury cases.
“It’s just one screen saying this is what you need to know for those five to seven minutes before the ambulance gets there, so we are trying to have the instructions front and center, so if you forget you just tap it and really simple run through.”
Team Safe is an app for those teams who just can’t afford to have an athletic trainer present during games or practice. It gives coaches the help they may need when caught in an emergency situation and Dr. Horwitz hopes it will help change the mindset on injuries in sports.


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A Cup of Tea (84).
All crutches bar the way.
Shun all support and then you will receive his.
He is the only help for the helpless.
There is no other guide but him – all other guides
are obstacles on the path.
If you want to reach the master avoid all teachers.
Don’t be afraid to make yourself empty
for that alone is the door,
that alone is the path –
and that alone is the destination.
The courage to be empty
is all that is needed to become one with the all.
Those who are full stay empty,
and those who are empty become filled –
such are his mathematics.
Do not consider doing anything –
through doing you can never reach him,
nor through chanting,
nor through austerity,
for he is already here!
Stop and see!
To do is to run,
not to do is to halt.
Yes! If he were far away we could run to meet him,
but he is the nearest of the near!
If we had lost him we could search for and find him,
but to us he has never been lost!


Adams records perfect game
Published: Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at 9:56 a.m.
Last Modified: Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at 9:56 a.m.
Ross Adams, who holds a 167 average during the Cajun Independent League at Creole Lanes, rolled a perfect game on June 27. Adams also had games of 165 and 153 for a 618 series.
IMPRESSIVE SUMMER MIXERS SCORES
The Summer Mixers League at Bowl South has produced two 800 series and a perfect game in the last few weeks. Jared Gilmore got things started on June 14 with an 820 series after games of 275, 277 and 268.
Ryan Martin then posted an 810 series with games of 265, 278 and 267 on June 21. Then Martin posted his seventh career 300 game on July 5 and finished with a 685 series.
HAMNER WINS USSSA LOUISIANA EVENT AT LATOUR
The Mathews heat and humidity greeted 15 golfers to the La Tour Golf Club on June 23.
One of them that were able to survive the weather was Houma’s Jacob Hamner, who the Boys’ 12-14 Division with a two-round total of 174.
FALL BOWLING LEAGUES NOW FORMING
Want to bowl this fall/winter, then get on over to Bowl South or Creole Lanes as leagues are now forming at both centers. For information, call Bowl South (985-868-2946) or Creole Lanes (985-872-1203).
ROCK AND BOWL SCHEDULED FOR AUG. 18
Bowl South will have its Rock and Bowl Event on Saturday, Aug. 18 featuring the band Triple Shot. For information, call (985-868-2946).
UPCOMING GOLF TOURNAMENTS
Every Tuesday during Daylight Savings Time, Colonial Acres in Houma will be holding a two-person scramble starting at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $20 per person.
Every Wednesday there will be a couples scramble at LaTour Golf Club in Mathews at 5 p.m. The cost is $33 for couples that are members and $46 for couples that are not members.
Every Tuesday during Daylight Savings Time, Bayouside Golf Club in Napoleonville will be having a scramble starting at 5 p.m. The cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
Every Wednesday during Daylight Savings Time, Southern Oaks Golf Club in Houma will be having a 5:30 p.m. scramble for $20 per person.
UPCOMING BOWLING TOURNAMENTS
There will be a fundraiser bowling tournament on Aug. 18 at Bowl South for The Family Express. The event starts at 7 p.m. For information, call (985-868-2946).
The Krewe of Titans (Jayme Solet) will be putting on a cosmic doubles no-tap tournament on Aug. 25 at Creole Lanes. The cost is $30 per team and the tourney starts at 2 p.m. There are adult and youth divisions. For information, call (337-380-9983).
To submit information to John Price for publication in “From the Lanes to the Links,” e-mail it to email@example.com or mail it to P.O. Box 2717, Houma, La 70360.
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Buffalo Chicken Salad Wrap
Written by Eli Ben-YehudaOn August 31, 2021
I used to enjoy going to “Hooters” and get a large plate of buffalo wings with ranch dressing and other tasty tidbits. Well, years later I still love buffalo wings but a much more heart healthy version. Is that really possible? Yes, it is. This “Buffalo Chicken Salad Wrap” is not only amazingly tasty but is healthy too.
- 3-4 ounces of chicken breasts
- 2 whole chipotle peppers
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup low-calorie mayonnaise
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 carrots, cut into matchsticks
- 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced rutabaga or other root vegetable
- 4 ounces spinach, cut into strips
- 2 whole-grain tortillas (12-inch diameter)
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You can use leftover or rotisserie chicken if you have it. If not, preheat oven to 375 F or start the grill. Bake or grill chicken breasts for about 10 minutes on each side until interior temperature is 165 F. Remove, cool and cube chicken.
In a blender, puree chipotle peppers with white wine vinegar and mayonnaise. Place all ingredients except spinach and tortillas in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
Place 2 ounces spinach and half the mixture in each tortilla and wrap. Cut each wrap in half to serve.
Serving size :1/2 wrap
- Total carbohydrate26 g
- Dietary fiber5 g
- Sodium367 mg
- Saturated fat2 g
- Total fat8 g
- Trans fat0 g
- Cholesterol76 mg
- Protein31 g
- Monounsaturated fat3 g
- Added sugars
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Rain came down at a pretty good clip throughout the state on Friday morning.
Meteorologist Mark Dixon said it had an impact on the morning commute, but it has since been tapering off and winding down.
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"[We] can’t rule out an isolated shower [Friday] afternoon, but the steadier/heavier rain will be over," Dixon said.
Dixon also said not to expect much sunshine on Friday.
"Perhaps late in the day we could see some intervals of sunshine, but until then it's going to be rather soggy," he said. "Especially through the course of the morning."
The rain is part of an area of low pressure that's spinning away from New Jersey. Friday morning, its center was lifting north into the Boston area.
"Friday afternoon there could be perhaps some lingering showers," Dixon said. "But all-in-all, it'll be winding down."
Temperatures should top out in the mid-to-upper 60s.
It will be mainly cloudy for the overnight hours into Saturday morning.
"Throughout the day [Saturday] there will be a mix of sun and clouds," Dixon said. "At times there will be more clouds than sunshine. But I think we'll be able to squeak out a dry day."
However, some models do indicate rain for Saturday night.
Sunday looks like a dry day as well.
Temperatures on both weekend days should be 70 degrees or better.
"Memorial Day will not be a washout, but it will feature a chance for some scattered showers," Dixon said.
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