Submitted to: International Association of Hydrological Science
Publication Type: Proceedings
Publication Acceptance Date: 11/1/2010
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Interpretive Summary: Satellite-based surface soil moisture estimates offer the potential to aid in a variety of key agricultural water resource applications including drought monitoring, irrigation scheduling and accurate rainfall prediction. However, difficulties associated with evaluating satellite soil moisture estimates form a major technical barrier to their successful implementation in these areas. This paper applies a novel statistical technique to estimate error in remotely-sensed soil moisture obtained from passive microwave observations via comparisons with coincident (and equally uncertain) soil moisture products derived from land surface modeling and active microwave (i.e. radar) remote sensing. Application of the approach should improve our ability to evaluate (and subsequently improve) remotely-sensed surface soil moisture retrievals and therefore enhance prospects for developing viable agricultural applications for these observations.
Technical Abstract: Recent work has demonstrated the potential of enhancing remotely-sensed surface soil moisture validation activities through the application of triple collocation techniques which compare time series of three mutually independent geophysical variable estimates in order to acquire the root-mean-square error of each estimate individually. Using soil moisture observations obtained within four intensively instrumented watersheds, this analysis provides the first independent verification of a triple collocation technique applied to soil moisture estimates acquired from: land surface modeling, passive microwave remote sensing and active microwave remote sensing. Results demonstrate the potential for validating remote-sensed soil moisture products using the approach and identify a possible source of bias associated with cross-correlated errors in remotely-sensed soil moisture products.


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Whenever Dwight Graham discovered himself in a pinch this is certainly monetary in 2012, he hoped a fast loan for a few hundred dollars would fill the room. The 60-year-old Navy veteran from Groton delivered applications for the loan that is payday-type from a small business called cash Call.
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The Connecticut Department of Banking ended up being investigating most of these financial institutions, which charge sky-high interest rates significantly more than the limitation this is certainly appropriate of per cent.
Formerly this current 12 months, it reached funds with two such businesses, the greatest of the Cash that is being Phone.
вЂњwe have actually really never ever seen such a thing because unconscionable as recharging a customer 89-355 %,вЂќ stated Howard Pitkin, commissioner when it comes to state dept. of Banking with 40 a long period of expertise in banking legislation. вЂњIt is illegal in Connecticut, also itвЂ™s actually unlawful several other states.вЂќ
The settlement established a restitution investment of $4.5 million. That cash was indeed put away to repay 3,800 borrowers in Connecticut the interest that is extra was indeed charged.
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Coronavirus is sweeping the globe, and people are wondering how they need to alter their daily routines to avoid contracting it. One thing people are curious about is whether you can get Coronavirus from a public restaurant. The short answer is yes.
Dr. Kristen Gibson, an associate professor of Food Safety and Microbiology at the University of Arkansas, tells Heavy, “Absolutely, Coronavirus can be spread in a public restaurant as it can be spread in any public space.” She continues, “If there is an infected person in that space then both person to person transmission can occur as well as transmission from a contaminated surface if someone touches it and then touches their mouth, nose, etc.”
Dr. Rachel Graham, an assistant professor of epidemiology at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, tells Heavy, “The novel coronavirus (or any respiratory virus) can be transmitted by droplet, which means nasal and lung secretions. These are best disseminated in crowded environments where the space between individuals is low. The virus can also be transmitted via fomite (touched surface) transmission, such as bathroom and building doors, stairwell handrails, etc. Additionally, a fellow restaurant patron or employee at the restaurant may be infected and could transmit. In those senses, the virus can be transmitted at public restaurants. However, commercial businesses nationwide are going public with their sanitation and cleaning policies. Awareness of cleanliness is at an all-time high. These measures are mitigating factors that can reduce the potential for spread.”
It is worth noting that this time, there is no evidence to support that COVID-19 is associated with food. However, exposure to other people and surfaces touched by an infected individual at a restaurant could pose a risk.
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The CDC writes, “Before preparing or eating food it is important to always wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds for general food safety. Throughout the day wash your hands after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing, or going to the bathroom.”
Dr. Gibson seconds those sentiments, adding, “I think the same rules apply as always. Employees should not work when sick and people should not be going out to eat when sick. And of course, any susceptible population should take the same precautions as always though maybe be a little more diligent. And if you do go out…wash your hands, wash your hands, wash your hands!”
Asked if she recommends people stop visiting public restaurants, Graham says, “In my opinion, I don’t think we’re at the point yet where people should be locking themselves at home and avoiding public places like restaurants. However, awareness is key. Be aware of the people surrounding you and of yourself. If you’re about to eat, wash your hands. Wash your hands after using the restroom. If you’re concerned about the cleanliness of your table, ask the server to wipe it down for you.”
The National Restaurant Association Is Engaging With Federal Officials to Address Coronavirus
The National Restaurant Association has dedicated a page of their website to “Corona Information and Resources,” to address questions about the Coronavirus, such as what it is, whether it can be spread through food, and how restaurants are responding to the crisis.
In response to the latter, they write, “The foodservice industry follows strict local public health guidelines. To meet these guidelines, restaurants have safety protocols and best practices in place, including guidance from ServSafe. Owners and operators should contact their state and local health departments for the latest advisories/information about coronavirus in their community. The Association also has a fact sheet in English and Spanish with information specific to the industry.”
Similarly, ServSafe, a food and beverage safety training and certificate program administered by the National Restaurant Association, offers a downloadable PDF on Coronavirus.
Citing the CDC, they recommend hand washing, avoiding touching the face, covering the nose and mouth, and getting a flu vaccine to help prevent against COVID-19.
In terms of what to do if an employee shows flu-like symptoms, they write, “It is highly recommended that any employees who are showing flu-like symptoms should be excluded from the operation until they are symptom free.”


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As I get older, I find myself occasionally wishing for my Mom’s embrace. I was blessed that my Mom was very free with sharing her incredible hugging self and with her love for her children. She had a lot of love for everyone actually and I strive to follow in her footsteps. In fact, when we used to talk on the phone, she would repeat, “I love you,” more times than ‘necessary’ at the end of every conversation – if only at the time I weren’t so impatient to get off the phone and hurry to finish (whatever) for now’s the time I’d be so grateful to hear her tell me that once more.
Being loved is a blessing. Feeling loved has a different nuance to it for me. I felt my Mom’s love. She loved me with her whole heart. She would help in any way possible. Before the Alzheimer’s weakened her too far at the end, she was still my biggest fan and her hugs were the ones that kept me going when I needed extra love and support. That comfort, that not stopping the hug until I did, even when perhaps it went too long, my Mom never gave up. She never released my embrace until I did. Later on in life when it was me who was taking care of her, I never released the embrace until she did. I often wondered if she knew I was doing as she’d taught me.
Now that I’m a Mom, I do the same with my sons and my friends and family. Since my open heart surgery 10 weeks ago, I hug even more often (if that’s possible). There’s something special about hugs heart to heart that physically, mentally and emotionally heals us. For the giver and the receiver…
Because we all just want to be loved. To be held and comforted. To be seen. To be supported. To be hugged until we’re ready to let go.
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SEOUL – South Korea will extend the travel ban to six countries in the Middle East and Africa, including Somalia, by six months, due to protracted security risks, the Foreign Ministry said here.
The ban was due to expire on January 31, the Yonhap News Agency reported.
It will be extended to Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Libya, Somalia, Afghanistan and the southern region of the Philippine archipelago – the Zamboanga peninsula, Sulu, Basilan and Tawi-Tawi – said the ministry.
The designated regions are exposed to constant risks of terrorist attacks and political instability which are likely to persist for a considerable period of time, he added.
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QUESTION: I have two raster surfaces at different depths, displayed using raster_to_geology (spatial footprint is the same for both). What is the best way to calculate the volume of material between them?
If the two rasters have the EXACT same extents AND resolutions, then it is easy.
Read both separately and connect them to combine_geology with the upper surface connected to the left input port.
The output of combine_geology goes to 3d_geology_map and then to volumetrics.
If the extents and/or resolutions of the rasters are different, you cannot use the above method. In this case, the simplest approach is to export each surface as a gmf file using write_coordinates and then combine them in a text editor into a single file. If it best if you crop the rasters to the regions where they overlap.
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Let’s see now. We’ve got TheBoyPresident™ and his minions trying to turn our health care system into Britain’s NHS, unemployment is at record – recent record – highs and going up, the housing industry is a freaking mess, banking will be back for another bite at the apple before long…
Did I miss anything? Oh yeah, from the New York Times,
WASHINGTON — The commissioner of the N.F.L. faced heated criticism Wednesday before the House Judiciary Committee, with lawmakers, former players and even a former team executive accusing the league of neglect in its handling of active and retired players with brain injuries.
In his opening statement, the committee chairman, Representative John Conyers Jr. said the issue of brain injuries in football warranted federal scrutiny because “the N.F.L. is a monopoly whose existence was legislatively sanctioned,” referring to the antitrust exemption for broadcasting that has helped the league grow into a multibillion-dollar operation. The league is also arguing a case before the Supreme Court hoping to expand its antitrust privileges.
John Freaking Conyers. Heh.
Now then, is the subject of brain injuries to players important? Well, I’d guess it probably is to them. And maybe even to the owners. And the equipment manufacturers. Is this an issue for the Congress of the United States? Please.
Although, on second thought, I really would rather have the Congress spending the time of idiots like John F Conyers, Jr. debating issues like football rules and equipment or the use of steroids by baseball players than talking about the other stuff on my earlier list.
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CM . . . . Volume XVII Number 39. . . .June 10, 2011.
Arthur John Stewart.
Saskatoon, SK: Thistledown Press, 2011.
186 pp., pbk., $12.95.
Grades 5-8 / Ages 10-13.
Review by Vikki VanSickle.
I donít think I can do much on my own, but Iím pretty sure I could be of help to someone who can do somethingósomeone with brains and courage and characterómaybe even someone who doesnít realize how strong and influential he can be. I could help somebody like that . . . and I actually have the beginning of a plan in my head. Thatís when I see Jobbi come slumping down the hallway toward me. His head is hanging down and he has what looks like an oversized chinstrap on his face, the kind you use to keep a football helmet on your head.
Odd Ball is easy to read. The story is divided into short narrative sections told from the perspective of a number of kids in grade eight at Central Middle School: Kevin, a hero for the geeks; Paula, a troubled girl who experiments with a new, sexy image and gets a lot of unwanted attention; Stephanie, who is desperate for a change; Soon Lee, whose mixed heritage and shy nature keep her apart from her peers; and Jobbi, a recent Latvian immigrant who becomes a target for bullies. The multiple perspectives keep the story interesting, but there are a few too many narrators. There isnít enough time spent with some of the characters to warrant this kind of focus. Soon Lee, for example, only has two chapters from her perspective.
Like many schools, Central Middle School is besieged by bullies, violence, and apathy. Stephanie believes that all of her schoolís problems can be fixed by a dance, but she worries that she doesnít have the kind of leadership skills necessary to make it happen. But, with the help of Kevin and Jobbi, who has a strange ability to play matchmaker, she may stand a chance.
There are a number of subplots in the novel, but most of them culminate in the Odd Ball dance. Jobbiís story, which includes a history of his grandmotherís matchmaking ability in Valmiera, his current situation as a potential hockey star, and his cousinís surprise return to Valmiera to help clear the names of Jobbiís parents who have been falsely accused in a wedding scam, is the most intriguing and evokes the most emotion. Author Arthur John Stewart suggests that the ability to make good romantic matches is hereditary, providing an almost magical element to the story that was unexpected.
The writing is clear and engaging, and the short sections keep the story moving along at a quick clip. Some of the dialogue feels phony or forced, and it is difficult to pin down when exactly the story takes place, as some of the pop cultural references feel dated (The X-Files, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Star Trek Voyager). Ultimately, I connected with many of the characters, and overall the portrayal of a middle school in crisis is relatable.
Each of the storylines is tied up together very neatly at the end, avoiding any major conflict or confrontation. Given the novelís prologueó a beautifully written, almost magical section about intuitionóin addition to the Cinderella themes and culminating ball, Odd Ball feels like a modern fairytale. This is a good way to think about Odd Ball, which is, otherwise, a contemporary realistic drama that hints at, but ultimately avoids, any harsh realities. For these reasons, Odd Ball is a great read for slightly younger readers (Grades 4-6) who like to read up but are perhaps not ready for the gravitas and dire circumstances of some contemporary YA. The happy ending will definitely satisfy some readers but perhaps leave others wanting more.
Recommended with reservations.
Vikki VanSickle holds a Masters degree in Childrenís Literature from the University of British Columbia. She is the author of the middle grade novel, Words That Start with B, and the upcoming sequel, Love is a Four Letter Word.
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This new type of telephoto lens makes the entire lens system as simple as possible, reduces the weight of the actual glass and utilizes Canon’s own rear focusing system, offering reduction in overall weight and excellent operability and mobility.
The rear focusing system in which focusing is performed by moving the rear lens group back and forth provides lighter and smoother focusing than ordinary telephoto lenses, in which the entire lens system is extended. In addition to this, the system provides numerous advantages such as excellent operability due to good balance with the camera body, which is because the overall length of the lens does not change even when focusing, and a shorter minimum shooting distance.
Furthermore, the use of new optical design technology to provide ideal power distribution ensures aberrations are properly compensated for while keeping the lens in its simplest form, offering high-resolution and high-contrast image quality. In particular, changes in aberration at close shooting are almost completely eliminated through the use of the rear focusing system, successfully obtaining uniform high definition throughout the entire frame from close to far distances.
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Coffee is something that is loved globally and enjoyed individually, with each person having their own special way that they like to make the drink. In all parts of the world we enjoy this beverage differently, but within the US there are some popular ways that everyone seems to agree on.
Ask any serious coffee lover and they’ll be able to tell you their favorite type of coffee and maybe even the types of coffee blends that they like. Once you know how they like their caffeine hit, you can usually tell a lot about their opersonality from it, or so people say.
Coffee used to be quite a simple drink and all cultures around the world had their own way of enjoying it. Today in the US, there are some types of coffee that people commonly order or make for themselves. These are the most popular types of coffee you’ve probably heard about:
Another important aspect of the coffee process is the blend. This refers to the beans that have been used to make the coffee and how they were roasted and prepared. Coffee tastes can differ quite a lot depending on the blend and even if you aren’t aware of what you’re drinking, your barista probably knows all about them.
A coffee blend is used to also describe the origin of where the beans were grown, and it’s common for them to feature more than one type mixed together, hence the term ‘blend’.
The two most popular species of coffee are Arabica and robusta which is the name of the types of coffee beans. Robusta is more expensive and generally believed to taste better, but some coffee drinkers prefer arabica.
An important thing to know about the coffee beans you’re using is how they were roasted as this will also impact their flavor. A light roast will develop a lighter bean whereas a dark roast will create a dark bean, and this is also true for their taste.
All of these factors work together in creating the taste and flavor of your coffee, and people will usually end up developing a preference for their favorite blend.
K-Cup coffee has certainly come a long way from when it was first released. These days, there are virtually hundreds of different flavors and blends you can choose from. This means making barista quality coffee at home is easy to do and you’ll be guaranteed to never bore of your morning caffeine hit.
Finding out which is your favorite K-Cup blends are is part of the fun, but there are some popular choices you can start with to see what you like. Consider these if you’re looking for a new taste in your morning coffee and want to test out the capabilities of your K-Cup coffee maker.
There’s no need to visit a coffee house anymore to try out the different blends and beans the world has to offer or to see what a macchiato or flat white really tastes like. With a K-Cup coffee maker, it’s now possible to do it all yourself at home within minutes, and you’ll get plenty of chances to experiment with the tastes you like.
Coffee is an amazing thing and it should be enjoyed any way it can. Without exploring the different types of coffee drinks or tasting new blends, there’s no way to truly know what our favorite way of drinking coffee really is.

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High Ability learners with Neuro-Developmental Disorders shine
Learners with Neuro-Developmental Disabilities shine in their careers. The South African Institute on High Ability and Talent Development conference was hosted in October 2018 as a collaborative project between The University of Central Florida, USA, the Department of Educational Psychology in the UJ Faculty of Education, The Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Studies and The School of Tourism and Hospitality.
Dr Jean Fourie presented an overview of Neuro-Developmental Disabilities and strategies for the education of high ability learners to succeed in tertiary studies.
Dr Lynn Holmes shared her personal experiences as a person living with attention deficit disorder. She overcame the challenges of concentration deficits, achieved her matriculation and continued with tertiary studies to become an Educational Psychology and she achieved her Phd this year.
Even though Dr Nadia Louw was born prematurely, with persistence she overcame her learning disabilities and attained her matriculation. She completed her Phd in Educational Psychology and runs a successful practice in a school.
D Lynn Holmes presented a case of a learner who overcame severe dyslexia, learnt compensatory strategies to read and taught himself to fly airplanes as his dream


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NEWSFLASH!!! JTF CLOSES IN ON BOKO HARAM LEADER, ARRESTS IN-LAWS
BREAKING: Boko Haram Leader’s In-Laws Arrested
15 July, 2013
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Monday confirmed the arrest of the in-laws of the leader of the Boko Haram sect, Imam Abubakar Shekau, during a raid that was a part of the ongoing two month offensive on Boko Haram insurgents. This information was revealed by a spokesman for the Defence Headquarters, Brig-Gen. Chris Olukolade, at a briefing by Joint Security Committee in Abuja on Monday. However, it is not disclosed where the in-laws were being kept.
During the raid, recovery of some recorded audio messages of the insurgents was made.
The DHQ reported that a recent encounter with the terrorists led to the death of Amir of Bulabulin Nganaram, one of the kingpins on the Joint Task Force wanted list.
“Abubakar Shekau’s parents’ in-laws were picked up in the raid which also discovered various audio recordings of terrorists’ messages. Recoveries are made almost on daily basis as the operation progresses,” Mr Olukolade said.
Mr Olukolade also confirmed said 23 women and 35 children being held on charges of aiding Boko Haram insurgents had been released in Borno and Yobe States.
Nigerian forces reported they had discovered a vast network of underground tunnels connecting houses and bunkers, some of which had a capacity to accommodate more than 100 people, in the Maiduguri area of Bulabulin, as well as some collective graves of people killed by the militants.
- Boko Haram leader calls for more schools attacks after dorm killings (guardian.co.uk)
- About 50 Boko Haram Killed By Joint Task Force (spyghana.com)


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Locals detained seven Rohingyas trying to escape from Bhasan Char Ashrayan Kendra in Subarna Char upazila of the district early Wednesday.
The detainees were identified as Mohammad Ismail, 19, Parveen Akter, 28, Morjina Akter, 18, Ayas, 10, Morjina Khatun, 8, Bechhana Parvez, 6 and Nur Begum, 39. All the detainees were residents of the shelter centre purpose-built for the Rohingya refugees on Bhasan Char island, in Hatiya upazila of Noakhali.
Deb Priyo Dash, officer-in-charge of Char Jabbar Police Station under the Subarna Char upazila, said locals detained the Rohingyas following their suspicious movement from Eshak Munshirhat under the upazila area around 1:00am.
Later, the detainees were handed over to the police, he said, adding that legal action will be taken against them


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DAT DRY VAN
Contract Van Rates and Spot Van Rate Trends
According to DAT, the average TL Dry Van contract rates rose to $2.72 / mile in June, while the spot rates (Excluding broker markups) are at $2.67. This represents a 36% YoY increase in contract rates and an even larger increase in spot rates.
To give context to these numbers, a “typical” TL/LTL shipper historically has spent 3-5% of their sales revenue on freight. For a hypothetical company with $5 billion USDs in annual revenues, that would have equated to ~$200MM in freight spend in 2019.
However, given what we are seeing in the TL spot and contract markets, as well as the insanity in international shipping, our hypothetical shipper is likely incurring $100MM more in freight expenses than they were just 2 years ago. This number is taken directly from the bottom line and will have a substantive impact on EPS.
One must expect that these costs will ultimately be passed to the customer.
While DAT has reported record volumes in June, on a more hopeful front (at least from a shipper’s perspective) they also are seeing a reduction in the ratio of posted loads to trucks across dry van, reefer and flatbed.
The on-going realignment of supply and demand can also be inferred by the flattening of TL pricing over the past few months as record numbers of new, but small, carriers enter the market.
However, longer term, one must wonder if the floor for rates has been raised considerably given what we’ve seen in terms of driver compensation, asset costs (new and used), insurance and maintenance.
Diesel Price Trends
The national average price of diesel fuel rose to $3.34 for the week of July 19th. This was up slightly over the previous week and continues a streak of 13 consecutive weekly increases we started in April. This follows the record-breaking streak of 20 consecutive weekly increases we saw from November to March. Since November, diesel prices have gone up 33 of 37 weeks and prices are now up 50% year over year.
Silver linings (or wishful thinking)
- While diesel prices continue to rise, the average rate of increase during our current streak (.017 cents / week) is much lower than what we saw over the winter (.04 cents / week).
- West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil futures have come down from their early July highs when they peaked at $76.25. As of July 23rd, the September contracts for WTI were priced just under $72 / barrel.
Given the pull-back in WTI and the beginning of the end of summer driving season, I would anticipate diesel prices to remain in the $3.20-$3.40 range through August (assuming no geopolitical shock to the system).
OCEAN CONTAINER RATES (Asia to US)
Spot Rates - FEU Container Rates: Asia to US East & West Coast Trends
The situation with ocean container shipping continues to deteriorate. Freightos reports spot rates (excluding premium fees) were averaging, as of July 23rd, $6,542 / FEU for Asia to US West Coast trade lanes and $10,482 on Asia to US East coast trades.
Anecdotal reports of spot rates and their associated fees exceeding $20,000 on specific trade lanes are commonplace.
Further fueling animosity between the steamship lines and the beneficial cargo owners are the windfall profits that the carriers are earning. Maritime data and analysis firm Sea Intelligence reported that 8 of 11 carriers saw revenues increase by more than 50% YoY in the first quarter, while 3 of the carriers saw revenues increase > 100%. This, despite atrocious on-time service.
And even if/when the container reaches the states, that is not the end of the struggle.
Inland intermodal port congestion has reached historic proportions, especially in Chicago and Memphis. In a July 23rd article from FreightWaves, Lance Fritz, Union Pacific CEO, predicted that the disruptions on international freight at the rail yards will last through the end of the year.
These issues are of such magnitude that they were explicitly addressed by an executive order (EO – 14036) signed by President Biden earlier this month called “Promoting Competition in the American Economy.” The EO calls for, amongst other things, a recommendation for improving detention and demurrage practices and enforcement as well as a look into potential unfair trade practices of the 3 major ocean alliances.
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A Breath of Snow and Ashes
by Diana Gabaldon
Editor: Random House USA Inc
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This sixth volume of Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander Best-seller saga is a masterpiece of historical fiction by one of the most popular authors of our time.A Breath of Snow and Ash Continues the Extraordinary Story of the 18th Century Scottish Jamie Fraser and his 20th Century Wife, ClareIn 1772, and on the eve of the American Revolution, the long fuse of rebellion had already been lit.Men lie dead in the streets of Boston, and in the backcountry of North Carolina, carving isolated cabins in the forest.With the chaos of brewing, the governor invites Jamie Fraser to unite the hinterland and protect the colony for the King and the Crown.But his wife that Jamie knows that three years from which the gunshot heard everyone will be fired, and the result will be independence–with those loyalties to the king either dead or in exile.And there is also the question of a tiny cut in the Wilmington Gazette, dated 1776, which reports Jamie’s death, and his lineage.For once, he hopes so, his time-travel family may be wrong about the future.From the bound edition
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The first time I made this I didn't think my children would like it. Boy, was I wrong! I got this out of the crockpot book of recipes that came with the crockpot. I like to serve it with hot ham and cheese sandwiches! I hope you enjoy! Easy to start in the morning and ready when you get home from work! Smells wonderful too!
potatoes, peeled, cut into bite sized pieces
leeks, optional, washed and cut small pieces
carrot pared and sliced
stalk celery, sliced
chicken bouillon cubes
12 oz. evaporated milk
1Put all ingredients except evaporated milk in crock pot. Cover and cook on low 10-12 hours. Stir in evaporated milk during last hour.

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Nashville, TN (May 12, 2020)
Iconic Christian music artist, singer, songwriter and worship leader, Michael W. Smith, has reached the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Christian Airplay Chart with his single “Waymaker” featuring Vanessa Campagna. The track also continues to climb on Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs chart, currently sitting at No. 3. “Waymaker” is Smith’s first non-holiday Billboard No. 1 since 2004.
“There is something incredibly special and meaningful about ‘Waymaker,’ and I think it going No. 1 at this trying time speaks to the message of the song. It is really resonating with people and giving them hope,” Smith says. “I would also truly like to thank everyone who has worked so hard on this project, including Vanessa Campagna who was absolutely sensational on both the English and Italian versions.”
“Waymaker” has become an international source of encouragement and recently, Smith and Campagna recorded an Italian version as a tribute to the country as they faced the pandemic. Smith will also be releasing both Spanish and Portuguese versions.
This fall Smith will be embarking on the extension of his 35 Years Of Friends Tour promoted by AWAKENING EVENTS, celebrating the 35th anniversary of his groundbreaking hit, “Friends” and his now 36 No. 1 songs. The tour was in such demand this past fall that 20 more dates were added, as well as a Christmas tour.
This is the first No. 1 at AC Radio for Tony Patoto & Doug Truex at The Fuel Music. The radio promotions team was led by Josh Lauritch, at 55 Promotion and Grant Hubbard, who has reached his first No. 1 after only one year as an independent.
“Waymaker” is featured on Smith’s album AWAKEN: The Surrounded Experience, which was recorded live at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.
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My my, Dinner at Evita’s Italian yesterday evening was certainly a treat as expected and definitely value for money. The service, ambience and food were all exceptional. SuGa Endorsement for Restaurant Week: ★★★★★
Good feedback has come in from other SuGa recommended restaurants as well, such as Black Orchid at Eden Gardens with no long wait, good food and value for money and Suzie’s Bakery’s yummy Jerk Chicken Pasta.
Continue to enjoy Restaurant week SuGa Readers and please keep the feedback and pics coming!


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- How can I check my fever at home?
- What causes hot head?
- What does a hot flush feel like?
- Does your temperature rise when you have a hot flush?
- What are the symptoms of an internal fever?
- Why do I feel hot all of a sudden?
- Can stress cause hot flashes?
- Why do I feel hot but no fever pregnancy?
- Why do I feel hot but no fever?
- Why is my body cold but my head is hot?
- Is 99.1 a fever?
- Why do I feel hot inside my body?
- How long does an internal fever last?
- How do you get rid of internal fever?
How can I check my fever at home?
These methods include:Touching the forehead.
Touching a person’s forehead with the back of the hand is a common method of telling whether or not they have a fever.
Pinching the hand.
Dehydration can be one sign of a fever.
Looking for flushing in the cheeks.
Checking urine color.
Looking for other symptoms..
What causes hot head?
Heat-induced headaches can also be caused by dehydration. When you’re exposed to higher temperatures, your body needs more water to make up for what’s being lost as your body sweats. Dehydration can trigger both a headache and a migraine. Weather conditions can also cause changes in your serotonin levels.
What does a hot flush feel like?
Women often describe a hot flush as a creeping feeling of intense warmth that quickly spreads across your whole body and face. It typically lasts for several minutes. Others say the warmth is similar to the sensation of being under a sun bed, or feeling like a furnace.
Does your temperature rise when you have a hot flush?
During a hot flash, the blood rushing to the vessels nearest the skin may raise skin temperature by five to seven degrees, but core body temperature will not usually rise above a normal 98.6 degrees. Still, it can feel like an extreme change to the woman having the hot flash.
What are the symptoms of an internal fever?
In cases of ‘internal fever’ you can feel very hot but the thermometer does not show this rise in temperature….In a common fever, in addition to your temperature rising above 37.5 ºC, there are symptoms such as:Feeling hot;Cold sweats;Chills or shivers throughout the day;Malaise;Headache;Tiredness;Lack of energy.
Why do I feel hot all of a sudden?
But most research suggests that hot flashes occur when decreased estrogen levels cause your body’s thermostat (hypothalamus) to become more sensitive to slight changes in body temperature. When the hypothalamus thinks your body is too warm, it starts a chain of events — a hot flash — to cool you down.
Can stress cause hot flashes?
Hot flashes are tightly linked with stress and anxiety, according to a six-year study published in Menopause. Researchers found that anxiety and stress preceded hot flashes among perimenopausal and post-menopausal women. Women with the highest levels of stress were more than five times (I repeat, five times!)
Why do I feel hot but no fever pregnancy?
Feeling hot. Elevated pregnancy hormone levels and a metabolism that has sped up can both lead to an increase in your core body temperature, so you might be feeling a little warmer than usual. Your body compensates for this by sweating more to help cool you down.
Why do I feel hot but no fever?
People may feel hot without a fever for many reasons. Some causes may be temporary and easy to identify, such as eating spicy foods, a humid environment, or stress and anxiety. However, some people may feel hot frequently for no apparent reason, which could be a symptom of an underlying condition.
Why is my body cold but my head is hot?
Feeling cold is most often due to actually being in a cold environment. In some cases, such as with infections, you may feel cold despite being quite warm. Other reasons for feeling cold include hypothyroidism, anemia, bacterial or viral infection, and hypothermia.
Is 99.1 a fever?
Normal temperature in adults A normal adult body temperature, when taken orally, can range from 97.6–99.6°F, though different sources may give slightly different figures. In adults, the following temperatures suggest that someone has a fever: at least 100.4°F (38°C) is a fever. above 103.1°F (39.5°C) is a high fever.
Why do I feel hot inside my body?
Hyperthyroidism occurs when your thyroid produces too much of the hormone thyroxine. Thyroxine affects the regulation of your body’s metabolism. An excess of this hormone can cause your body’s metabolism to increase, which leads to a rising body temperature. Graves’ disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism.
How long does an internal fever last?
They usually last one to three minutes and are often followed by a long period of sleep. Specific symptoms associated with a fever often can provide clues to help identify the fever’s cause.
How do you get rid of internal fever?
How to break a feverTake your temperature and assess your symptoms. … Stay in bed and rest.Keep hydrated. … Take over-the-counter medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen to reduce fever. … Stay cool. … Take tepid baths or using cold compresses to make you more comfortable.More items…

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If you’re looking for speciality food or treats that you can’t find in the commissary, then we’ve got a round up of where to go.
If you’re looking for fresh whole or half roast chicken there’s a great little shop close to Camp Foster which just does rotisserie chicken, that’s it! If you exit Camp Foster’s Legion gate then take a right at the crossroads it’s located on the left before the next major intersection. Map at : https://goo.gl/maps/Lx6QnS5rXjv
You’re welcome to prove us wrong but the best bagels we’ve found in Okinawa so far, are at Cactus Eatrip on Highway 58. Available to eat in or take out and baked fresh daily with natural yeast, they’re worth the trip.
They’re located close to Camp Foster. Visit or click here for a map: www.okinawabagel.com
For fresh whole apple pies, the best choice we’ve found so far are the Jimmy’s chain of supermarkets. The biggest branch in the area is on Highway 58 on the left heading towards Naha after Futenma. Apart from the freshly baked pies, they’ve also got a great variety of imported foods and other baked goods, chicken and salads.
Lookout for a full review of this great coffee shop coming soon, but if you’re looking for a selection of over 25 fresh coffee beans then check out Churamame located in Aja, Naha. There’s a map here : https://goo.gl/maps/BqagF975LZ52
We mentioned Jimmy’s above which stocks a good range of imported foods you might not find in the commissary. Another good choice is Kiraku Oshiro which is close to the coffee beans shop. They’ve got a large variety of dried goods from all over the world including America and Canada. Great for sweet tooths as they’ve got an entire wall of candy delights!
Kiraku Oshiro has now closed. The review is kept here for archival purposes.

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Little Big Town’s ‘Pain Killer’ prescribed for October
Grammy award-winning country group Little Big Town has announced Oct. 21 as the release date for its highly anticipated sixth studio album, “Pain Killer.”
Little Big Town co-wrote eight of the 13 tracks on the album, including the record’s lead single, “Day Drinking,” which surfaced in June as the group’s highest-charting debut to date.
Little Big Town gained a great deal of momentum from its platinum-certified fifth record, “Tornado,” which garnered a Grammy for its twice-platinum-certified single “Pontoon.” Its upcoming record, like “Tornado,” as another Jay Joyce-produced record. For a full track list of “Pain Killer,” visit http://www.littlebigtown.com.


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The North Pole might be 3,520 miles away, but this time of year, the Christmas spirit on Maryland’s Eastern Shore makes it seem a lot closer.
For many, touring decorated historic houses is a gift in itself. As part of Easton’s four-day Festival of Trees celebration, five houses will be open for touring over Thanksgiving weekend.
Additionally, there will be a four-day display of some 50 decorated trees at the Tidewater Inn, guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit.
On Dec. 9 and 10, quaint in-town houses of St. Michaels, once home to watermen and seafarers, will open their doors.
All are within walking distance and will be decorated for the holidays. A shuttle bus also will link several countryside homes, many of which are at water’s edge.
Santa promises to help light the Oxford community tree Dec. 2, and return for breakfast at the fire hall the following day. There’s no word on whether he’ll make an appearance at the wine and cheese party or other events set for “Christmas on the Creek.”
Among the offerings of “Christmas in St. Michaels,” slated for Dec. 8–10, are Breakfast With Santa and Santa’s Wonderland, which features a $2.50 hot dog lunch. On the other end of the spectrum are holiday parties: the Gingerbread House Preview Cocktail Party, Dec. 2, and the Yuletide Party, Dec. 8, at the Miles River Yacht Club, with open bar, food stations that include a raw bar, and dancing.
Love a parade? Easton’s historic streets provide a magical setting for the Olde Tyme Holiday Parade at 6:00pm Dec. 1.
And, St. Michaels’ Talbot Street Parade, the largest holiday parade on the Eastern Shore, begins at the Inn at Perry Cabin and ushers in the season — and the jolly old elf — on Saturday morning, Dec. 9.
Food and shopping, too
For many, feasting is a holiday tradition. What better place to loosen the belt than in a church hall?
On the menu at St. Luke’s Holiday Breakfast on Dec. 9 are made-to-order eggs, home fries, pancakes, and other favorites. Later in the day, from 11:00am–3:00pm, the Union United Methodist Church will serve an “Old-Fashioned Eastern Shore Christmas Dinner,” featuring turkey and all the trimmings, as well as Maryland fried oysters.
And, as if shopping weren’t fun in its own right, there’s “Moonlight Madness” in Easton, Dec. 1, and “Midnight Madness” in St. Michaels, Dec. 2.
Shop for jam, jellies, and other temptations, as well as interesting gifts (hummingbird swings, anyone?), at the Marketplace and Sweet Shoppe at St. Michaels’ Granite Lodge.
Insider tip: Love Eastern Shore cooking? Don’t forget to pick up your copy of the cookbook A Few of Our Favorite Things.
As for tree lightings, there’s a variety from which to choose, but for a unique experience, check out the Great Tilghman Island Crab Pot Tree Lighting at the Phillips Wharf Environmental Center. A “tree” decorated with crab pots? You have to see it to believe it.
Best of all, many of these events, in the true spirit of the holiday, benefit charitable projects. ‘Tis the season to be jolly!
Christmas in St. Michaels: christmasinstmichaels.org
Talbot Co. Tourism: tourtalbot.org


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by Katie Ruggle
Series: Search and Rescue #4
Narrator: Rachel Dulude
Length: 10 hours and 20 minutes
Genres: Romantic Suspense
Purchase*: Amazon | Audible *affiliate
Narration: 4.5 cups
As a member of the Field County Sheriff's Department, Chris Jennings is used to having it rough. The Colorado Rockies aren't for the weak-of-spirit, but he's devoted his life to upholding the law-and to protecting the one woman he knows he can never have. He'll do whatever it takes to keep her safe. Daisy Little has lived in agoraphobic terror for over eight years. Trapped within a prison of her own making, she watches time pass through her bedroom window. Daisy knows she'll never be a part of the world . . . until the day she becomes the sole witness of a terrible crime that may finally tear the Search and Rescue brotherhood apart for good.
I loved the Search and Resue series by Katie Ruggle and quickly dove into IN SAFE HANDS, the final book. Once again, I listened to the narrations of Rachel Dulude as we meet Daisy Little an agoraphobic as Ruggle brings this exciting series and murder-mystery to a heart-pounding conclusion.
Trust me when I tell you that if you haven’t yet done so, you will want to read this series and do so in order. The murder-mystery case is cleverly woven throughout each story despite the different characters, romances, and circumstances. It was brilliant and each couple was memorable.
IN SAFE HANDS picks up right after GONE TO DEEP whose draw dropping reveal in the last paragraph had me immediately grabbing my earbuds. I needed answers.
I immediately identified with Daisy Little. While the outside world is a tad too people-ly for me and I could happily live within the confounds of my home, a horrific and tragic incident has left Daisy a complete agoraphobic. She lives in her father’s home with a series of fail-safes and relies on him bringing in fresh groceries and purchasing flea market finds that she restores and sells online. Chris Jennings, a member of the Field County Sheriff’s department knows what Daisy experienced that day and is her closest friend. He wants more but is content with protecting her.
Being trapped in your home with a father who travels can get lonely and as a result, Daisy people watches. As in her neighbor’s comings and goings. When a sleepless night has her witnessing a crime at a vacant home across the street things turn deadly.
IN SAFE HANDS delivered an addictive story line. We know who the killer is and it amped up the suspense as the killer was one step ahead of Daisy and Chris. I loved how Ruggle introduced Daisy to the characters from the previous book. It all worked seamlessly from discussing the murders, stalking and more. Chris was such an incredible sweetie. All of the men in this series have been strong, faithful and honorable. It was so refreshing. I loved the interaction between him and Daisy. This was a true “friends to lovers” romance that was sweet, awkward, funny and passionate.
The mystery and reasons for the murders were solid and Ruggle delivered a non-stop, hold your breath action packed ending!
If you haven’t started the series, I highly recommend the audios. Rachel Dulude was perfect for this series and captured the perspective of each character. Her pacing and tone added an additional layer of suspense. Her voices for the male characters were exceptional.
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This series was fantastic and she has a new series beginning.
This sounds like a great combination of romance and muder mystery, plus small town too! I’m definitely intrigued. I’ll have to check out Ruggle soon. Glad you enjoyed this so much! Awesome review, Kim!
I have not read this yet, I really want to it looks fantastic. I think I have this book, not sure I have the first, will have to look it up.
While each has its own romance these truly need to be read in order for the suspense angle.
Good to know these are best read in order. I’ve been wanting to read this series and I’ll definitely remember that. I love the sound of this one. Daisy sounds like an interesting character and I’m always intrigued by agoraphobic characters for some reason.
Yes, each contains a romance but the suspense aspect is threaded through all of them.
I loved the ending to this series. It was so much fun. I loved Daisy. I also love how Lou just forces her way into another friendship and brings the entire gang and that not one of them gives Daisy any crap for being scared and are very supportive when she starts to show progress. My review will be posting soon.
Yes, I wholeheartedly agree with you Melanie!
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I caught the first in the series, but I have to catch up! Thanks for the post!!
You are in for one heck of a ride!
This sounds like a great conclusion to an awesome series. The way Daisy sees the murder reminds me a bit of Rear Window1
Ooo I will check out that title Lauren
I’m so glad you enjoyed this one. I haven’t heard of this author or series, but this installment sounds like my cup of tea! I really love the sound of the storyline and the characters; I’ll be adding this one to the TBR pile 🙂
Oh, these are fun Michele with the right combo of suspense and swoon.
Oh wow, sort of like a serial love the premise Kim and I have put this series on my wish list.
Enjoy, it was a well-crafted series.
Interesting knowing who the killer is up front. I would be curious to see how that all works.
We discovered that at the end of book three Heidi..it made for one intense read. I cannot say why because of serious spoilers…but OMG!
Ooo, sounds a little bit like a Hitchcock story. Love the premise. ~Aleen
Kristin (Book Sniffers Anonymous)
Wow. Sounds like it was an amazing ending to the series. I love that it had you on the edge of your seat the whole time. I’ve only read the first book in this series but I will have to read the others soon.
Funny…I am reading a search and rescue book right now…The Darkest Thread by Jen Blood. I picked it up for free on Amazon. Is it still free…maybe.
I will look it up Sherry 🙂
Wow! It’s clear how much you love this series. I haven’t read this author yet, but I do have an upcoming book of hers on my review schedule. I’ll have to check this serious it, too.
Her new series mayhaps? I will be reviewing them on audio!
The agoraphobic character really attracted my attention and her involvement in the case would be really interesting. This sounds like a great series!
It was clever and believable Tanya.
I really should read her books and this series sounds like a good place to start.
This series is a fantastic one, to begin with.
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What an interesting premise. I don’t think I’ve ever read a book with an agoraphobic character. So glad you loved this.
It was well done, Quinn. The whole series has been a blast.
I can’t imagine being that paralyzed by fear….so curious to see how this turned out.
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I want to read this book. I’m in the mood for a good romantic suspense. Sounds great. Have you read the book version? I might give this audiobook a try.
Awesome review, Kim.
No, there are only a few books like the Other series where I listen and then read. I am quite confident the books are just as good, but these lent themselves well to audio.
Tyler H. Jolley
I always enjoy a good murder mystery. Thanks for sharing, Kimba!
I do as well Tyler 🙂
I really like the idea of the mystery being played out over the course of the series.
I was surprised and delighted by it Ethan.
Love when the sequel is just as good as the first. Sounds like an addicting series.
It really was well done Ali
I have been remiss in not starting he series, given that I have all the books. I need to get on these asap. 🙂
LOL, I had two on my kindle before finally diving into the audios.
tried audio but not a fan, considering how badly i need it .. my pronunciation is horrendous. I would totally swoon into that pair of arms though
It takes a few tries and the right narrator. I remember when I first started, I would sit quietly and just listen for no more than 20 mins. Now I multitask and listen for hours. Try obtaining a few from the library and practicing,
I am still waiting for Lauren Graham’s audiobook from my library though.
4 hours is … too much. prince brat would never let me in peace for 20 minutes
I do love a murder mystery! This series sounds good. I will have to look into putting this on my to read list. Great review thanks for sharing.
It was really well done Cindy and had some of my favorite characters.
Yes, it had that whole Hitchcock Rear Window vibe and I loved it as the finale. But that reveal on the murderer, I think I died a little- that was utterly unexpected.
Great review, Kimberly!
I was so impressed by the murder-mystery thread. I just agreed to read her next series on audio and cannot wait.
I have to read that freebie of mine soon
Ooo yep, I hope you like it.


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West Coast Corporation Acquires Boomerang Tool Company June 26 2015
Ontario, California (March 9, 2015) – West Coast Corporation, the manufacturer of KEY-BAK® and T-REIGN® retractable gear tethers, today announced the acquisition of the products and certain other assets of Boomerang Tool Company, Inc. a leader in retractable tools for fishing and outdoor sports.
“The combination of Boomerang Tool Company’s brand and SNIPS with our T-REIGN® products gives our channel partners a broader range of retractable tethered products from one source here in the United States” said Boake Paugh, President of West Coast Corporation (WCC). “By consolidating sales, manufacturing, distribution, customer service and other operations, we will be able to improve service to our customers, achieve greater efficiencies, and further accelerate our growth in the outdoor sporting goods market.”
Boomerang SNIPS are popular with fishermen as braided fishing line cutters. T-REIGN® retractable gear tethers keep favorite outdoor accessories – including pliers, hemostats, flashlights and game calls – safe, secure and ready for immediate action.
“As we integrate the Boomerang products into our operations, we expect to deliver the same high level of service and on-time delivery that customers have come to expect from West Coast Corporation” said Paugh.
Daniel Cornell, President of Boomerang Tool Company, further explained that, “This is a great opportunity to expand the Boomerang brand. Our reputation for developing innovative products makes a terrific combination with WCC’s track-record of innovation and superior customer service world-wide.”
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Our founder W.R. Lummis invented the original KEY-BAK® self-retracting key reel in 1948. As a switchman on the Pacific Electric Railway in Los Angeles, he saw working people injured when their dangling key chains got caught as they mounted and dismounted moving trains. Lummis had an idea for a reel that would keep keys within reach at the wearer’s side, safe from snagging on moving rail cars and machinery. His idea became the first KEY-BAK®. Use of the product and its many variations has spread worldwide and become popular with working people in law enforcement, security, facilities maintenance, casinos, restaurants, plus farms and ranches.
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Khloe Kardashian looks fabulous and is so fit! What is her secret?
Especially now that the Holidays are upon us we tend to worry about what and how much we eat, and so, the beautiful reality TV start has decided to give us a few tips on how to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas without ending up looking like Santa Claus.
The Kardashian wrote a blog post teaching us how to make some healthy, but still delicious dishes for the holiday season.
“You dolls know I’m all about a little indulging, especially during the holidays. But when you’re on that health grind, dinner parties can be tough. If you’re the hostess, I don’t think you have to sacrifice your diet for pleasing your guests. This is what I would make for a lighter holiday dinner party! Don’t worry—dessert is still allowed, LOL.”
Instead of serving cheese, Khloe recommends crudités and hummus as appetizers!
“Everyone likes to munch on something when they first arrive. While cheese plates can be an easy option, hummus served with pita and raw veggies will hit the spot—without the high calories and fat content.”
When it comes to salad Greek is the way to go.
“Trade out your traditional Caesar salad with a Greek salad instead. It’s packed with more veggies and, while it still contains cheese, it has a much lighter dressing.”
During the entrée, ham can be replaced by a healthier option as well, advises the diva.
“Swap ham for less salty and leaner chicken breast kabobs. I don’t eat any pork, anyway, so I always serve poultry instead.”
Instead of mashed potatoes, serve roasted sweet potato hash.
“Potatoes tend to be a staple at dinner parties, especially during the holiday season. If you’re trying to cut calories, make roasted sweet potatoes rather than cream-drenched, mashed white ones.”
And finally, the desert can be just as delicious if we replace the usual chocolate cake with dark chocolate covered strawberries.
“Get your chocolate fix (while cutting calories) by serving chocolate-covered strawberries instead of a cake. No one will leave with an unsatisfied sweet tooth!”


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MHG42227 - Well - Tobar Ashik
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Type and Period (2)
- WELL (Early Medieval to 19th Century - 561 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- (Alternate Type) HOLY WELL (Early Medieval to 19th Century - 561 AD? to 1900 AD?)
NG62SE 1 6867 2426 and 6872 2430.
(NG 6867 2426) Cill Ashik (NR) (Burial Ground) (NAT) (NG 6872 2430) Tobar Ashik (NAT)
OS 6"map, Inverness-shire, 2nd ed., (1903) <1>
Kill Ashik or Askimilruby (Donaldson 1923), the church of the Ferry of St. Maelrubha. Tradition says that the ferry was used by the saint to cross from his monastery of Applecross on the mainland opposite. There is also a legend that beside the church grew a tree on which St. Maelrubha's bell was hung, the bell ringing of its own accord every Sunday, etc.
Tobar Ashik, covered by a low building of large stones on the shore, is also attributed to the saint and the subject of legend.
August 27th used to be kept at Bradford as La Maolruaidhe, St. Maelrubha's Day, the date of the Old Scottish obersvance of his festival (Donaldson 1923).
In 1845 (NSA 1845) the church was presumably extant as it is described as 'remains of', but by 1876 (OS 6"map, Isle of Skye, Inverness-shire, 2nd ed., 1876) it had disappeared and Lamont (1913) says 'the foundations of the old church were discovered while a grave was being dug some years ago'.
NSA 1845; W Reeves 1857; D Lamont 1913; M E M Donaldson 1923; RCAHMS 1928. <2>-<6>
The site of Cill Ashik shows as a rectangular raised mound, containing much shell mortar and a few facing stones, occupying a natural rock outcrop in the highest part of the cemetery. It is orientated E-W an measures 9.0m along this axis and 7.0m transversely by 0.8m high.
Tobar Ashik is a strong spring which issues from the hillside a few feet above sea-level; it is protected by a few stone slabs above and around its point of issue.
Visited by OS (C F W) 17 April 1961.
'Lochaber and Skye Monumental Inscriptions', pre 1855
Monumental inscription survey completed by Alastair G Beattie & Margaret H Beattie . The survey may not include inscription information after 1855 and each inscription transcribed does not give the full details that appear on the stones, abbreviations used. Some ommissions and inacuracies may be encountered. Published 1993.
J Aitken : 20/12/02 <7>
A photograph of the well was submitted by a visitor to the HER website. <8>
When John MacLeod was young, only one stone of the well, covering the outflow, was visible, near the lower wall. The well was cleaned out and reconstructed in the mid 1990s by Martin Wildgoose and George Kozikowski, and people remember an interview by Roger Miket in the West Highland Free Press describing this.
Alternate name: Ashaig <9>
The excavation assemblage from the work at the well in the 1990s is in the Skye and Lochalsh Archive centre under Acc. No. 1994.6. The assemblage comprises of a small stone axehead, animal bone, glass fragments, slag, clap pipe stems, a half of a large stone whorl and a metal cross fragment. <10>
The well known as Tobar Ashaig lies about 30m to the N of the church and burial ground, and conservation work in 1994 revealed that the stone-built well-house was fed by a channel from an earlier stone-lined spring. One of the lintels of the linking channel bore a lozenge 75mm long, and a cross-marked stone was found near the well-house. <11>
GIS spatial data amended in 2019 based on OS Master Map. <12>
The well was scheduled by Historic Environment Scotland together with the adjacent burial ground, chapel site and shell midden with effect from 04/09/2019. <13>
- <1> Image/Map: Ordnance Survey. 1904. Ordnance Survey 2nd edition 6 inch map: Skye. Digital.
- <2> Text/Publication/Volume: NSA. 1845. The new statistical account of Scotland by the ministers of the respective parishes under the superintendence of a committee of the society for the benefit of the sons and daughters of the clergy. Vol. 14, Inverness-shire 305.
- <3> Text/Publication/Volume: Reeves, W. 1857. Life of St Columba. 138.
- <4> Text/Publication/Volume: Lamont, D. 1913. Strath: in Skye. 33-5.
- <5> Text/Publication/Volume: Donaldson, M E M. 1923. Wanderings in the Western Highlands and Islands. 2nd, rev.. 113.
- <6> Text/Report: RCAHMS. 1928. The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments and Constructions of Scotland. Ninth report with inventory of monuments and constructions in the Outer Hebrides, Skye and the Small Isles. . 215, No. 675.
- <7> Text/Publication/Volume: Edited by Alistair G Beattie and Margaret H Beattie. 1990. Lochaber and Skye Monumental Inscriptions, pre 1855. 1st.
- <8> Image/Photograph(s): Swan, P. 2008-11. Photographs of various HER sites submitted by Paul Swan. Colour. Yes. Digital.
- <9> Collection/Project Archive: Archaeology for Communities in the Highlands (ARCH). 2012. Digital site gazetteer and archive for ARCH Community Timeline Project: Broadford. Yes. Digital. Site 17.
- <10> Text/Record Form/Project Recording Form: Archaeology for Communities in the Highlands (ARCH). 2019. Finds Collection at Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre. 1994.6.
- <11> Text/Publication/Volume: Fisher, I.. 2001. Early Medieval Sculpture in the West Highlands and Islands 2001. Fisher, I.. Paper (Original). pp 102.
- <12> Image/Map: Ordnance Survey. Ordnance Survey Mastermap. Digital. XY
- <13> Text/Designation Notification/Scheduled Monument: Historic Environment Scotland. 2019. Scheduled Monument Scheduling Notification - SM13720. Historic Environment Scotland. 11/09/2019. Digital.
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- AXEHEAD (Neolithic - 4000 BC to 2401 BC)
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Undated)
- SHERD (Undated)
- SLAG (Undated)
- UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT (Undated)
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External Links (2)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/11571 (Link to online HES Canmore record)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/331633/skye-tobar-aiseig (Link to online HES Canmore record)
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Feb 20, 2015 Catherine Rampell from The Washington Post and Sudeep Reddy of the Wall Street Journal wrap up the week in news. But, what else did we learn this week?
Feb 24, 2015 Sysco announced it will merge with US Foods, but antitrust law could prevent the move.
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Shell is an interesting and pioneering example, as it has been using a carbon price since 2000, and a price of $40/ton since 2008. Shell calls its carbon price a “CO2 PSV” (Project Screening Value). The PSV is applied to Point Source emissions (Scope 1), such as those from gas flaring, oil-sands, and gas to liquids operations, per Shell’s 2015 carbon pricing Report. This focused application is understandable, as this is where Shell has determined there is the “highest risk of regulatory action,” and so it is taking a voluntary step to self-regulate.
The PSV is not applied to CO2 emissions from the whole life cycle of its products (which includes Scope 2 and 3) up to and including fossil fuel combustion. Looking at the actual trends in emissions from Shell where the PSV is applied, Shell reports Scope 1 emissions “ … were 76 million tons on a CO2-equivalent basis in 2014, up from 73 million tons of CO2 equivalent in 2013 … and up slightly from 75 million tons in 2010.” Shell managed a 1.3% increase by 2014 vs. 2010, and did not achieve the required aggregate decrease of 5.6% (1.4% decrease/year 2010 to 2014). With the benefit of hindsight, Shell should have increased its carbon price in 2010 to avoid the subsequent increases through 2014.
Regarding Scope 3: Use of Sold Products: according to Shell, emissions went from 635 million tons in 2010 to 600 million tons in 2014, an impressive decrease of 35 million tons or 5.5%, closely matching the required 5.6% decrease. Although Shell clearly states that its PSV is applied only to Point Source intensity and therefore not to the carbon intensity of its products per se, Shell does highlight in its report the higher carbon intensity of crude over gas, and therefore may be moving towards a broader application of its carbon price to reflect the overall footprint of crude.
Even more encouraging is Shell’s recent, discontinued exploration for crude in the Arctic. Although intuitively more carbon intensive than drilling closer to warmer coastlines, the project presumably initially passed the point source emission $40/ton test and/or the project was decided on before 2008 (when Shell adopted a price of $40/ton). It is possible that with lower oil prices, Shell’s carbon price made this investment prohibitively costly. It will be difficult to know how Shell made this decision unless it makes its analysis more transparent. There is no current regulatory process for auditing how carbon pricing is applied. More generally, lack of transparency and counterintuitive investment outcomes, like exploration of oil in the Arctic, will make expensive regulatory intervention much more likely to occur. Shell may have wisely averted this long-term regulatory and operational expense through the use of its carbon price.
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President Trump called the speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives twice during the past week to make an extraordinary request for help reversing his loss in the state, reflecting a broadening pressure campaign by the president and his allies to try to subvert the 2020 election result.
The calls, confirmed by House Speaker Bryan Cutler’s office, make Pennsylvania the third state where Trump has directly attempted to overturn a result since he lost the election to President-elect Joe Biden. He previously reached out to Republicans in Michigan, and on Saturday he pressured Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) in a call to try to replace that state’s electors.
The president’s outreach to Pennsylvania’s Republican House leader came after his campaign and its allies decisively lost numerous legal challenges in the state in both state and federal court. Trump has continued to press his baseless claims of widespread voting irregularities both publicly and privately.
“The president said, ‘I’m hearing about all these issues in Philadelphia, and these issues with your law,’ ” said Cutler spokesman Michael Straub, describing the House speaker’s two conversations with Trump. “ ‘What can we do to fix it?’ ”
A White House spokesman declined to comment on the calls to Cutler, and a Trump campaign spokesman did not respond to a request for comment.
Cutler told the president that the legislature had no power to overturn the state’s chosen slate of electors, Straub said.
But late last week, the House speaker was among about 60 Republican state lawmakers who sent a letter to Pennsylvania’s congressional representatives urging them to object to the state’s electoral slate on Jan. 6, when Congress is set to formally accept the results.
Although such a move is highly unlikely to gain traction, at least one Pennsylvania Republican, Rep. Scott Perry, said in an interview Monday that he will heed the request and dispute the state’s electors….
Trump stoked those flames Saturday at a rally for two Republican Senate candidates in Georgia, where he ranted for an hour and 40 minutes almost exclusively about fraud.
“We will find that hundreds of thousands of ballots were illegally cast in your state and all over the country, by the way, more than enough to give us a total historic victory,” Trump said. “This is our country . . . they are trying to take it from us through rigging, fraud, deception and deceit.”
He added, “Hopefully, our legislatures and the United States Supreme Court will step forward and save our country.”
Trump’s continued embrace of such rhetoric has prompted fresh alarm among Democrats and some Republicans, who fear that the president is inciting violence. And while his efforts to overturn the result are widely viewed as fruitless, many officials said they are distressed at the lasting harm they believe he is doing to public faith in U.S. elections….
“When it comes to lawsuits, we’re one for 33. All I can say is time is ticking,” Sen. Lindsey O. Graham (R-S.C.), a Trump ally who has promoted the president’s false accusations of fraud, said in an interview last week. “I told the president to keep fighting, but time matters. You’ve got to have a very coherent theory of the law. The burden of the proof is on the plaintiff.”
The outlook is similar inside the White House, where administration officials have begun discussing who will stay until Biden’s Jan. 20 inauguration to help with the transition and who will leave before that date, according to people familiar with the conversations, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to describe private discussions….
One official involved in the campaign said Trump spends almost all of his days obsessing over voter fraud and searching for ways to reverse his defeat. He has asked Giuliani and one of his campaign lawyers, Jenna Ellis, for more names of lawmakers he should be calling.
“He’s going to keep doing this until the 14th at the least,” one Republican involved in the operation said. “The president sees no advantage to stopping this.”

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