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I’ve talked about how much I love living in Hoboken and all the restaurants that live in the Mile Square, but I have yet to mention Crepe Guru. Crepe Guru is located at 315 Washington St (and 3rd St) and has pre-set menu items ranging from sweet to savory crepes for you to choose from, or you can customize your own order. From the savory breakfast or bourbon steak crepe to the Nutella batter and NY cheesecake crepe, the options are endless, and of course, the portions are massive. The eating is just a small part of the experience as you can watch them make your crepe right in front of you!
Crepe Guru customized Nutella Crepe
It is also convenient that Crepe Guru not only delivers, but is open until 3 AM on Saturdays! If you are on the other side of the Hudson, I’d be sure to make a special stop at this Hoboken gem.
FIT is officially launching a Master of Fine Arts program in Fashion Design that will welcome its first class in fall 2017. This two-year, full-time program focuses on practice-based research and is open to students with varied experience in creative areas ranging from apparel design to architecture, engineering, and software development.
This program is the first Fashion Design MFA in the SUNY system and is offered through FIT’s School of Graduate Studies. The Fashion Design MFA centers on a unique thesis process that supports innovation in design, fit, cut, construction, silhouette, and materiality. This process of translating inspiration into malleable design ingredients and solutions are divided into 4 concepts:
Play: Working individually with faculty mentors, students explore the possibilities of their thesis with freedom, openness, and intent to take it in unexpected directions.
Focus: Each student is matched with a specially selected industry partner who advises on sharpening and clarifying the idea, creating initial prototypes, and defining the market.
Edit: Based on the best ideas, strongest samples, and happy “accidents” from previous thesis phases, students develop, design, and prototype their collections.
Conclude: Students present their collections along with a paper explaining their thesis process and defend their thesis to a select panel of industry experts. Collections will be shown to investors, industry leaders, and other important audiences through an exhibition, a publication, and a presentation, providing a highly visible showcase for the work.
The curriculum includes two international field experiences and courses and exploring the relationship of technology to creativity in design.
For more information on the new program, click here.
The new restaurant, Eatsa has made its way to New York City, located at 285 Madison Ave (41st St). I managed to stumble across it while I was walking around the city and I immediately fell in love. When you walk in, you are greeted by very kind staff members assisting you if you have never been inside before. There was a row of touch-screen devices where you go and place your order. They have pre-set meal options such as various quinoa bowls and salads, but you are also able to customize it yourself.
The restaurant allows for zero communication between the cooking staff and the customers dining. You pay on the touch screen with your debit or credit card prior to heading over to the cubbies where it states your name on it. The cubbie will illuminate when your order is ready and your touch on the cubbie will open the door where your food awaits you.
Conveniently for New Yorkers, you are also able to place an order on your phone and go into the restaurant, find your cubby and head out the door with your food. Not only is the restaurant concept convenient, the food is absolutely delicious! I will be making many trips to Eatsa this semester!
Abbey Doneger, president and CEO, The Doneger Group; Dr. Joyce F. Brown, president, FIT; and Karen Giberson, president, Accessories Council, cut the ribbon to unveil the new lab
On Tuesday, December 13, the Doneger Group and the Accessories Council unveiled the new Doneger Group/Accessories Council Classroom at FIT.
Located in the Feldman Center in Room 615, the state-of-the-art classroom features movable desks and chairs that allow the room to be set up in any style—lecture hall, quad/group-work setup, or model-drawing studio. MacBook Air laptops stored in a charging cart are available for students to use in class; desk tops prop up to become drafting/drawing boards for traditional art classes; a printing and scanning station allows students to draw, scan, digitize, and print their work; and there are four Wacom Cintiq 24HD interactive creative pen display monitors with Macbook Pro computers, as well as a projector, LED HD TV, and a sound system for presentations.
Funds for the classroom, used by FIT Accessories Design students, were raised both by proceeds from the Accessories Council Hall of Fame, which honored Abbey Doneger, as well as the 2015 ACE Awards Tribute Edition Journal.
Excited for the Accessories Design program and the innovative resources for its students. Congratulations!
This fall, the brick wall on FIT’s 28th Street side got a makeover with student paintings and poems that reflect the uncertain world we live in. The interdisciplinary project came to life after Amy Lemmon, professor of English and Communication Studies, read one of her poems at the Academic Open Mic, a biannual event that brings together faculty from across FIT’s diverse curriculum to share creative and scholarly achievements.
Lemmon’s poem reads:
“That was it, the time we had
no alternative but had to walk past
the site, the fright of shrapnel, and we might
glaze over it’s been so long
since we felt safe—
we are never safe, never safe”
Dan Shefelman, assistant professor of Illustration, was inspired by the poem, and together they came up with #BrickFIT: the words of student poets would share wall space with paintings by fourth-year Illustration students. “There’s a close connection between illustration and ideas,” Shefelman says. “I’ve always felt that an illustration department should be working with writers, and this was a perfect fit.”
Proof that words are POWERFUL. Thanks for the inspiration, FIT!


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Last Friday's state cross-country meet was a wet and sloppy "mud run" in the midst of Tropical Depression Willa. But, in CA style, our boys and girls battled through the conditions and posted outstanding runs and results.
The boys finished 3rd overall behind Providence Day who edged Durham Academy by 1 point. The girls, squaring off against TISAC rival Durham Academy, earned runners-up.
With more than 100 runners competing in both the boys and girls races, four CA boys and girls earned all-state honors in the sloppy conditions in Hendersonville. Congratulations to Kenny Eheman (6th-boys), Luke Johnson (7th-boys), Keely Murphy (6th-girls), and Lia Lathan (10th-girls)
Congratulations to all the CA runners on yet another terrific XC season! Click here for full final results.

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The Village of Caledonia will begin operating out of its newly built Village Hall, 5043 Chester Lane starting Monday.
The old Village Hall, 6922 Nicholson Road, will close Friday so that village officials can move into the new building.
Construction on the $3.5 million building started in July. The project, however, has come in under budget, according to village officials.
The police, fire and highway departments will remain at the Nicholson Road location.
The current building was constructed in 1952 when the Village was a Town. In 2013, the Village Hall had a leaky roof, insufficient work space and is not being handicap accessible. The Village voted to repair the roof then, but the work space has continued to be insufficient as the village has grown.


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Whether you have someone to celebrate with or not, Valentine's Day is a great excuse to eat lots of sugar. This year was the first year in awhile that I didn't have a show or rehearsal so I decided to celebrate. My friends and I drank yummy cocktails, baked some cupcakes, and watched lots of Ryan Gosling
For our celebrations we made some pink themed goodies which included grapefruit martinis (which I spilled all over the floor) and cinnamon chocolate cupcakes with cinnamon almond buttercream.
Juice from one grapefruit
2 tablespoons of simple syrup**
2 shots of vodka
1. Pour all ingredients into shaker with ice, shake vigorously, and strain into sugar rimmed glasses.
** microwave equal parts sugar and water for 30 seconds and stir until sugar is fully dissolved
Cinnamon Chocolate Cupcakes
(adapted from Martha Stewart's One-Bowl Chocolate Cake)
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup warm water
3/4 cup soy milk
3 tablespoons safflower oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and fill cupcake pan with liners.
2. Mix together cocoa powder, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl using a whisk or mixer. Next add eggs, water, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix all ingredients until smooth. Make sure to scrape down sides of the bowl.
3. Divide batter into liners, filling 2/3s of the way. Bake for 18-20 minutes, rotating pan half way through baking. Remove from oven when fully cooked. Let the cupcakes cool fully before decorating.
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon of cinnamon
2 cups powdered sugar
1. Beat butter until soft. Continue beating as you slowly add in powdered sugar, stopping when it reaches to desired consistency. Add in both extracts and cinnamon, beat until combined.
***we added pink food coloring to the frosting to make it festive***

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K.S. Aji Tone Workshop
Specifications & Features:
- Based on Blues Creamer overdrive with active EQ (High & Low)
- Using similar IC, transistor & clipping diodes found on vintage '80s TS808 (TI RC4558P, 2SC2458 transistors & 1S2076 diodes)
- More versatile with EQ control to shape your sound
- Utilising the best components (Germany WIMA caps, silver mica, Panasonic metalized polyester caps, audio grade electrolityc caps, 1% metal film resistors)
- True Bypass using 3PDT heavy-duty foot switch
- Compact size, small footprint to save space on your board
- Hammond die-cast aluminium enclosure
- Power adaptor 9vDC (BOSS PSA) or 9V battery (not included)
No forum threads about this effect yet.
Here's some code to post a link with image on forums, eBay, websites,...

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HORNELL — Republican gubernatorial hopeful and Dutchess County Executive Marcus Molinaro is running a campaign that aims to change fortunes.
On Friday, the front-running candidate for his party’s nomination to take on Governor Andrew Cuomo in the fall outlined what his campaign stands for in an interview with The Spectator editorial staff.
Molinaro was asked to open a fortune cookie to begin the interview. For him, it hearkened back to some of the best moments of his life. He opened a prophetic cookie prior to meeting his wife, Corrine. The card read: “You will soon meet a lifelong friend," and six weeks later, he met Corrine. A few months ago, prior to his decision to run for governor, he opened a fortune that read: “Your life will have an impact.”
Friday’s cookie also seemed predictive for Molinaro, reading: “The first step toward change is awareness, the second step is acceptance.”
Following a two year cross-state journey to determine whether or not he would run, Molinaro initially concluded that he would not. Calls, outreach and a heart-to-heart talk from his 8-year-old son changed his views on what he could accomplish — Awareness.
“The acceptance part is accepting that we’re now in this thing full steam ahead,” he said.
Officially entering the race on April 2, Molinaro has garnered more endorsements from county party chairs than his fellow Republican competitor, state Senator John DeFrancisco. An initial tally puts him over the threshold to theoretically secure the nomination.
“The outreach has been good and we have friends all over the state helping us reach out into communities, and the response has been tremendous,” he detailed. “There is a desire for real change and the families, residents and voters have a sense of enthusiasm about my running.”
Molinaro drew a base contrast between himself and Governor Cuomo.
“I wasn’t born into a wealthy family. Food stamps put food on our table many nights,” he said. “My family lived the life that many upstate New Yorkers feel and live every day … I grew up on Broadway in Tivoli where the rubber hits the road.”
Molinaro was first elected to public office at the age of 18 in 1994, serving on Tivoli's Board of Trustees. He also served as mayor, a member of the New York State Assembly and currently as Dutchess County Executive.
One way the Republican hopes to change the fortunes of New Yorkers is through the reform of economic development policies that he says stem from Cuomo’s desire for political expediency.
“The Governor doesn’t understand economic development, he’s consolidated decision making and consumed taxpayer money, and instead of trying to make it easier for existing businesses to grow, he directs billions to business based on political expedience,” he said. “It’s one shot in the arm, then he’s on to the next thing.”
Molinaro pointed to high tax burdens and harsher restrictions than most states. He proposed a model that he says would empower “local governments with a plan.”
“The left hand doesn’t know what the right hand is doing. Sometimes, the left hand doesn’t even know there’s a right hand,” he said of the bureaucracy standing in the way of growth.
To further empower local governments, Molinaro says he will fight for relief from state mandates (state programs relying on local funds) balanced with shared county and municipal services. As a county executive, he backed language in the new state budget that would allow counties to form healthcare consortiums.
“The problem with property taxes isn’t that communities aren’t sharing services,” he said. “But that’s nibbling at the edges.”
Molinaro also held a prominent position on a mandate relief committee appointed by Cuomo. According to the candidate, their recommendations were not followed up on.
He also stated that his economic development model would push for the redevelopment and use of railroad, transportation and manufacturing infrastructure that now sits dormant.
“When you strip away the authority of the property owner, the business owner and the community, you lose the empowerment, the stakeholder engagement and the ability to have anything happen,” he said.
While New Yorkers are often divided on the formulation of policy, Molinaro says his governing style offers a unifying philosophy that everyone can get behind.
“It’s about empowering people and molding consensus and solving the problem. They’re not sexy. It’s not the way decisions get made in Andrew Cuomo’s administration and it’s not something people always appreciate, but to make government function, you have to make it always accountable to the people,” he said.
“New Yorkers need a pragmatic problem solver who knows how to engage and empower people to be a part of the process,” he closed
The New York State Republican Party will choose its designee for governor at its annual convention this summer. A Sept. 13 primary will determine who will face off with Cuomo in November.
To learn more about Marcus Molinaro and his campaign for governor, check out his website www.MolinaroForNY.com


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GeForce 8800 GTX and GTS SLI Performance Update
|After many years of development, Take-Two Interactive recently released the highly anticipated game Prey. Prey is based upon an updated and modified version of the Doom 3 engine, and as such performance characteristics between the two titles are very similar. Like Doom 3, Prey is also an OpenGL game that uses extremely high-detailed textures and a plethora of dynamic lighting and shadows. But unlike Doom3, Prey features a fare share of outdoor environments as well. We ran these Prey benchmarks using a custom recorded timedemo with the game set to its "High-Quality" graphics mode, at resolutions of 1,280 x 1,024 and 1,600 x 1,200 with 4X AA and 16X anisotropic filtering enabled simultaneously.|
The GeForce 8800 GTX and GeForce 8800 GTS SLI configurations simply tore through our custom Prey benchmark. At both resolutions, regardless of whether or not the game was being run in single-card or SLI mode, the GeForce 8800 cards dominated.

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Camus et sa clope – a good role model?
Gainsbourg had his Gitane, Tati his pipe, Captain Haddock his whisky.
All have been the object of disapproval on health grounds. And it’s not just actors, singers and cartoon characters!
In 2012, Albert Camus, Nobel prize winner and author of some of the greats of French literature, went under scrutiny for a photo in which he was smoking a cigarette. The black and white poster portrait, a famous 1947 image by Henri Cartier-Bresson, stands loud and proud on the front of the médiathèque bearing his name at Clapiers in Montpellier and was actually the subject of a court enquiry.
“Est-il légal de choisir, pour un bâtiment public auquel on a donné le nom d’une personne, une photo dudit personnage avec sa cigarette ?” was the question posed.
The ‘loi Évin’ forbids all “propagande, publicité directe, indirecte” to do with tobacco. Add to this a pharmacy, and sports area nearby and it was understandable that some residents felt that “une collectivité territoriale doit donner l’exemple”.
Camus is known to have had a profound influence on writers, readers and intellectuals across the world but he was one of many celebrities to be regularly caught with ‘une clope au bec’. In fact, did you know that, during both world wars, smoking Gauloises was seen as an act of patriotism?
Not today though. Residents of Clapiers were unhappy with the poster on the wall of the médiathèque, feeling that it set a bad example.
Supporters of the photo argued that it had been shown in museums all over the world without any objections.
The defence insisted that this WAS Camus, it was WHO HE WAS and talked of the ‘indissociable image de Camus et sa clope’.
Although the magistrate agreed that it was maybe a little “malheureux” and showed a “manque de clairvoyance”, he felt that it was not really “une erreur manifeste d’appréciation” and his ruling was directed by the fact that where art is concerned “…nous nous trouvons en dehors du champ de la loi Évin”.
The final ruling found in favour of the poster remaining.
Camus had his plague, the 21st century has its Coronovirus. The innocent die as much as the guilty. The plague is a great equaliser.
A gripping tale of human unrelieved horror, of survival and resilience, and of the ways in which humankind confronts death, The Plague is at once a masterfully crafted novel, eloquently understated and epic in scope, and a parable of ageless moral resonance, profoundly relevant to our times. In Oran, a coastal town in North Africa, the plague begins as a series of portents, unheeded by the people. It gradually becomes an omnipresent reality, obliterating all traces of the past and driving its victims to almost unearthly extremes of suffering, madness, and compassion

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Exotic mammals make for a wonderful, fun addition to any household. We are able to see common small exotic mammal pets, including rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, sugar gliders, chinchillas, ferrets, and hedgehogs. Annual visits are essential to keeping your exotic pet healthy. At your pet’s exam, your veterinarian will discuss their needs in detail with you. As a supplement, we have provided basic husbandry tips for you below.
All exotic mammals that can be kept as pets have their own unique needs when it comes to their housing. You should choose an enclosure for your pet based upon its species, size, and need for space. Some pets, such as hamsters, do well living in smaller cages with appropriate enrichment, while others, such as rabbits or chinchillas, need space to explore, sleep, and play. At a minimum, your exotic mammal’s enclosure should be about 5x their size when they are fully stretched out. You should select an enclosure that will be reasonable for you to clean regularly. Typically a good rule to follow is to ensure you clean your pet’s enclosure at least several times a week. Cleaning may include changing out the bedding or lining of the cage, wiping down surfaces, and inspecting the cage for any damages.
What Should Be Included In Their Enclosure?
Food and water: There are a few basic needs of all exotic mammals, regardless of species. Each pet will need dedicated food and water that should be changed/cleaned daily to prevent bacteria from growing. The food you select should be based on your pet’s specific nutritional needs, please discuss with your veterinarian what will be the best diet for your pet. In general, your exotic pet will need a nutritionally balanced food such as a pellet diet. Additionally it is great to supplement their diet with snacks and treats! Snacks and treats can vary and you may choose to include fresh fruits and veggies or store bought treats. It is best to avoid foods that are excessively sticky, sugary, or citrus.
Bedding: All mammals need a place to ‘bed down’. When selecting a bedding, choose a type commonly used for your specific pet. The bedding you choose should be one that is affordable and easy for you to change regularly. Options include: Natural paper bedding from brands like Yesterday’s News or Carefresh, or fleece fabric that you wash regularly. You should also provide a hammock, den, tunnel, or a combination of areas designed for your pet to nestle down for some shut eye. Small mammals like to feel safe and protected; giving them a place to hide while they sleep is important to their overall well-being.
Enrichment: Enrichment is highly important for all pets! Enrichment allows your pet to expend energy and use their brain for good. While the type of enrichment utilized for each species may vary, there are some certainties. Every exotic mammal should have some sort of toy to keep them busy when you are not able to spend time with them. Your exotic pet needs daily play time or enrichment to satisfy their highly intelligent minds.This could include a running wheel, something to chew on, or even something simple such as a non-edible ball. Other examples of toys you may already have in your home are: Cardboard egg cartons, boxes, or toilet paper rolls to play with under supervision. When selecting toys, it is important for you to select those that your pet will not be able to destroy and ingest.
Small mammals need plenty of exercise in addition to proper enrichment. While we encourage all pet owners to handle their exotic pets regularly, sometimes they may prove to be a fickle friend. If your exotic pet is not fond of being handled, we suggest finding another way for them to expend some energy. Some ideas include a running wheel, a multi-level enclosure, or supervised time outside of their enclosure where they may explore and move about. Each exotic will have a different requirement for their physical needs; ask your veterinarian for more detail on the needs of your particular pet.
A proper diet will vary by species, but we are able to provide the basic needs for most small exotic mammals. A diet rich in fiber, such as forage diets, are essential for exotic mammals. For all herbivorous mammals fresh hay should be available at all times. As a compliment to having fresh hay, pelleted diets are ideal for providing optimal nutrition. Some species have special requirements, such as guinea pigs and ferrets, and will need more specialized diets. Further diet recommendations can be discussed during your pet’s annual visit.
For most small exotics, their preventative care includes an annual exam and maybe some grooming. It is imperative your exotic pet takes a trip to the vet at least once a year for a check-up, your vet may notice something medically concerning before you do. Ferrets also have the requirement of needing both a rabies and a distemper vaccination, just as dogs and cats do.
What Is A Small Mammal Emergency?
Exotics are unique; certain changes that would not be alarming in dogs and cats are considered an emergency for exotic mammals. A change in stool, appetite, or energy signals significant illness and requires veterinary intervention quickly; these symptoms signal an emergency that calls for immediate medical attention.
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10 reasons to buy a home now...a perfect time according to SOME experts! I agree with that theorem for the following reasons:
- Prices are lower than they have been for 5 years.
- Rates are at record lows.
- With a plan to live in the house, you can rely on equity growth.
- Owning vs Renting is to your advantage since rental fees go to someone else's income.
- mortgage payments add to the equity in your home.
- Ownership builds your stature in your community.
- There are tax benefits to owning vs renting.
- You can change the way the house looks if you want, unlike when you are renting.
- Buying now vs waiting can give you a head-start on the future; it is unlikely that prices will go much lower.
- If you buy now with a 30 year fixed rate under 4%, you will be in a position to be less apt to move, thus saving on frequent moving costs and the stress of moving often as you do when you rent.
My list differs from the WSJ list but not much--I find that the person who is willing to go for the extra risk of buying now has a better handle on how finances really work long term.
Just yesterday, on September 16th to be exact, the Wall street Journal did it's usual Update on the national real estate markets and this time they published a list of the most feasible reasons there are to buy at the moment.
What was driving the report? The idea that we have reached a point called "capitulation", or the masses have "given up" on housing as a way to invest money, to save for retirement and to build equity. This comes on the heels of Time Magazine's September 6th issue, suggesting that it is time to "Re-think Home-ownership".
The author of the WSJ article, Brett Arends, says"Enough of the Doom and Gloom of the housing market". In other words,...time to get on with the business of home ownership and the tax benefits and the equity building prospects that come with it, for now and for the future.
It's a great read and should be taken seriously by all of us---and our clients/customers!
Home ownership is still the best, long term investment you could make!!!
**ALL INFORMATION AND CONTENT IN THIS BLOG IS ORIGINAL TO PAULA I. HATHAWAY. The views expressed herein are my personal views and do not reflect the views of Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Paula I. Hathaway, Senior Broker Associate, Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Southamtpon Village Real Estate Specialist since 1995; Also Specializes in North Sea, Noyac, Water Mill and Bridgehampton, New York
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1Book - 2011
This new 2CD set compilation titled '1' includes Julio's hits, fan favorites plus duets with superstar artists such as Sting, Diana Ross, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Stevie Wonder and Frank Sinatra among others. Keen to offer his fans something different from previous collections Julio has re-recorded tracks on '1' to contemporize the arrangements. Julio Iglesias is one of the 10 Artists who have sold the most records in the world and is the best selling Latin singer in history. He has sold over 300 million records around the world. He has received over 2600 gold and platinum awards.
Publisher: [Australia] : Distributed by Sony Music Entertainment Australia, p2011.
Characteristics: 2 sound discs (CD) : digital, stereo. ; 4 3/4 in.
Alternative Title: One [Music CD]

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It’s the small moments in life that people remember and talk about. Not the big events like the Great Depression or the Spanish Flu or the first time they rode in a car, no. It’s the kind of coffee their dad always drank, the games they played with their brothers and sisters while growing up, the mishap on the first day of their first job that they care about. These are the things that matter to us and make up a life; not necessarily the historical events that function as a backdrop behind which individuals love and lose and experience the day-to-day.
At least, this is the case for the Bollinger sisters, Connie Mayfield who is 109 years old, Hazel Hutson who is 96 years old and Mary Lou Hansen who is 93 years old. Connie and Mary live together in Mary’s home in Marble Hill, Missouri, and Hazel lives just a few miles down the road at her home in Lutesville, Missouri. Their brother Dick is 90 years old and also lives in Lutesville, and their sister,Belva Banta, is 103 and lives in a nursing home in the area. Four of their brothers who are now deceased also lived well into their 90s.
“I tell you, I just can’t believe that I’m that old,” Mary says. “I’ve got a friend, I talk to her once in a while, and she’s nine months older, and she said, ‘Mary, can you believe we’re this old?’ And I say, ‘No, I can’t.’ It just slipped up on me, I believe.”
Gratitude and enjoying the simple pleasures of life like the people and place right before you are themes that run through nearly everything the sisters say as we drink coffee and sit together at their kitchen table. It’s a 2 o’clock ritual Mary started a few years ago: each day, she invites her siblings, family members and people from the community over for coffee, a time for them to tell old stories and enjoy being with each other.
The sisters say they grew up poor but didn’t know it because most people in Marble Hill where they lived were in similar circumstances. More than any hard times, they remember swimming in the creek behind their house nearly every day and skating on it in the wintertimes, the glee of roller skating and riding their bikes on the gravel roads between Marble Hill and Lutesville after the roads were blacktopped, and the way the neighborhood children congregated at their house, all of them playing together outside most days until dark.
“We went through hard times, but everybody else was in the same boat. Didn’t know any different,” Connie says.
“We were happy,” Mary says, remembering how hard their mother worked to raise them. “Well anyway, we’re still a-going. So I guess nothing hurt us too bad.”
From the time she was around 16 years old to retirement, Connie worked as a teacher, first in a one-room schoolhouse in Bollinger County where she was the sole teacher of students in grades one through eight and then in Portageville, Missouri. Mary and Hazel say she was a beloved teacher often requested by parents because she made her classroom beautiful and incorporated creative, real-world projects into her classroom, such as having a classroom store to teach students about money. Her husband was also a teacher and superintendent. Connie says she enjoyed working with her students; a couple of them still keep in contact with her throughout the year.
“Oh, I enjoyed my life. I’m really old now, but I’ve enjoyed all of it,” Connie says. “I never thought I’d be living the life that I did and teaching all these years. But you should do what you enjoy, and that’s what I did.”
“I haven’t found out what I like yet,” Mary replies. “93 years old — I better get started.”
Mary says she did not enjoy school while she was growing up and often stayed home from it on Fridays to help her mother with the cleaning. During her adult life, she worked for a brief stint at a pencil factory in St. Louis, which she didn’t like, cleaned houses in Bollinger County and worked in the cafeteria at Woodland School, which she says she really enjoyed even though she doesn’t like cooking because of the camaraderie she felt with her coworkers. What she really loved, though, was dancing, and especially doing the jitterbug. She and her late husband have two daughters.
As she grew up, she also loved hanging out with her older sister, Hazel. The two went to bowling tournaments and did most things together.
“I used to wouldn’t go anywhere unless Hazel went,” Mary says.
“And I couldn’t go anywhere with a boy when Mary went along,” Hazel recalls.
“Yeah. I tagged along. I think when she even had dates, I tagged along. I don’t know. Seemed like I was always with her,” Mary says. Then, “Well, nobody ever told me to stay home, so.”
All these years later, the strong bond between the three sisters is still apparent. They help, correct, reprimand, and are proud of each other in equal measures, the way only people who have known each other from childhood can be.
Despite her younger sister “tagging along,” Hazel married a man and together they had three sons. She has lived most of her life in Bollinger County, as has Mary; the sisters say they love it because it is small, they know everyone and everyone knows them.
Hazel says she was “never so glad to come back home” to Bollinger County as when she lived for a couple of years in St. Louis while working at the pencil factory fitting the metal part onto the pencil. “Nothing important,” she humbly says. She also worked at Superior Electric in Cape Girardeau making fans, at a cleaners in Lutesville and also as a dishwasher at a local restaurant. As a young woman, she loved to ballroom dance. Now, her great-grandchildren bring her deep joy.
During their adult lives, the sisters have traveled to the Holy Land, Hawaii and Cancún together thanks to Connie, who traveled somewhere new with her husband each summer. Connie says she doesn’t have a favorite place she has visited because she’s loved them all. Perhaps one of the most interesting trips, however, was when she left her husband behind in Florida to visit Cuba by herself while she wasn’t supposed to be there due to tense Cuba-U.S. relations.
“[Somebody said], ‘Don’t you know there’s a war on?’ Didn’t bother me, I just wanted to see what was going on,” Connie recalls. “I enjoyed it.”
The question remains: with their myriad of life experiences over the past nine to ten-plus decades, what is the sisters’ advice for living a long, fulfilling life?
“I don’t know, just keep going, I guess,” Connie says. “I don’t think I ever stopped.”
Her sisters offer different perspectives to her thoughts.
“Well, it’s getting to be pretty long for me,” Hazel says.
“I love it. I’m not ready to go yet,” Mary says. “In other words, I don’t have my suitcase packed yet. I’m ready to stay on here a while yet.”
So, it seems, the key is simple: wherever you are and whoever you’re with, enjoy what you have. Be grateful. And, just maybe, take time to enjoy a cup of coffee black around 2 o’clock each afternoon with your sisters and friends.


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- By Clemmons Branch Library
- Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Clemmons Cookin' Club in April
The Clemmons Cookin' Club will meet on Wednesday, April 18 at 12:30 p.m. The theme for this month is Healthy Recipes. Choose a recipe from one of our selected recipe books, and we’ll make a copy for you and us.
Bring in the finished dish on the day of the meeting for us to share. Expand your palate by tasting all the dishes, connect with other cooks, and discuss the recipes. Must bring in a dish to attend the meeting on Wednesday, April 18 at the Clemmons Branch Library.

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CUFitter® Class - Chemosize
A low level class for men and women starting with seated mobility exercises. To help lower the chance of side effects of treatments such as fatigue, neuropathy, lymphedema and osteoporosis. May reduce the risk of depression, muscles loss and improve sleep as well as improve quality of life.
The price per class is £5.
Who is it suitable for?
Suitable for anyone recovering from any treatments or surgeries and those for who are rebuilding up their strength, fitness and mobility.

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Shimla: A tripartite agreement between HP Power Corporation Ltd, Eastern Mineral and Trading Agency (EMTA) and Himachal EMTA Power Ltd for setting up a 500 MW pithead thermal power plant in Bengal was signed on Friday.
This agreement supersedes an earlier agreement that was signed in May 2007. The new agreement envisages lesser investment on behalf of the joint venture partners as capital investment both for mining operation and setting up of the power plant would be made by the prospective bidders to be selected through open tendering process.
The proposed thermal plant with the equal equity participation between HPPCL and EMTA is to be developed at Raniganj (West Bengal) where joint allocation of Gourangdih ABC non-coking coal block has been made in favour of HEPL and M/s JSW Steel limited on equal sharing basis for meeting coal requirement. For the mining operation of the coal block another agreement has been signed between HEPL and JSW Steel Limited.
The agreement envisages 250MW power shall be available to Himachal throughout the year at bus bar cost. This would particularly help in meeting the power demand during the shortage of power during harsh winter months when hydel generation dips down to one-fifth to one-sixth of its installed capacity due to lean discharge of the snow fed streams and rivers
This power plant at 80% PLF is likely to generate 3504 million units annually. The estimated capital cost of the project is around Rs 2345 Crore on the basis of the DPR prepared by Fichtner Consulting Engineers (India) Private Limited during March, 2007. The cost of generation works out to be a little less than Rs 2 per unit in the first year of completion. The power station site is on the bank of the Damodar River and Coal mine is within a radius of about 30 km. This power station is planned to be completed in four years time.
The power generated from the power station would be injected into the West Bengal State Grid and PGCIL Grid at Kanyapur and Maithon respectively through 220 KV two single circuit and one double circuit transmission lines.
The joint venture agreement was signed by Tarun Kapoor, Managing Director, HPPCL, and by Ujjal Kumar Upadhaya, Managing Partner of EMTA and by Biswanath Dutta, Director, HEPL in presence of chief secretary Asha Swaroop.
As Editor, Ravinder Makhaik leads a team of media professionals at Hill Post.
Spanning a career of over two decades in mass communication, as a Documentary Filmmaker, TV journalist, Print Media journalist and with Online & Social Media, he brings with him a vast experience. He lives in Shimla.

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“We are a society that has been structured from top to bottom by race. You don’t get beyond that by deciding not to talk about it anymore. It will always come back; it will always reassert itself over and over again.”
Kimberle Williams Crenshaw, UCLA Law Professor
In February, the Department of Legal Studies at the Fox School of Business hosted Black Americans: Three-Day Racial Equity Habit-Building Challenge. Our Law Week usually includes a Naturalization Ceremony, Law Scholar and a Law School Fair. But this year was different, and the pandemic has prompted many of us in higher education to revise, recreate and undergo a new way of providing law-related co-curricular initiatives.
At first, it was a much needed break for many professionals in this field. During that break, a Black American woman named Breonna Taylor died during a police raid. Police rammed the door, guns drawn and her boyfriend fired his weapon, thinking it was intruders, along with the officers and it was determined that Breonna was shot in her sleep by the officer’s gun based on an internal investigation. Her death was minimized at the time because the world was still open – until George Floyd. Two months later, the world witnessed an 8-minute and 46-second video that showed a Black American man dying under the knee of a police officer. Our stay-at-home restrictions became political. Political unrest expanded outside of America as the same restrictions allowed other countries to witness the death and outrage of Black Americans as they masked up and marched for justice. Black Lives Matter reverberated and became a much bigger movement with Italy, Japan, Germany and Britain forming a movement for these two individuals and the plight of Black Americans.
The American Bar Association (ABA), the organization that houses memberships for American lawyers, judges, paralegals, law librarians and law students, also realized the disparities in the legal profession. They decried violence against George Floyd and the Black community. The former ABA President spoke to the legal community that they planned on dismantling unfair practices and policies to improve the American justice system. They developed the 21-Day Racial Equity Habit Building Challenge as one of their initiatives, and for the past 365 days, colleges and universities, food service departments, banking industries and nonprofit organizations put together this challenge to highlight disparities, inequities and racism towards underrepresented populations.
The Fox Department of Legal Studies administrative team decided to implement a shorter version of the challenge to focus on Black Americans in this country and unpack their history through the lens of race, how the media portrays historically inaccurate stereotypes about the Black community and defining allyship. We highlighted how the work of allies are needed to improve the lives of Black Americans and other underrepresented groups.
Through this Law Week event, registrants received three days’ worth of articles, podcasts, videos, poems from history, Black authors, actresses, iconic Black Americans in history and allies that opened dialogues with staff, students, faculty and community members. The president of ABA, Patricia Reno presented opening remarks during the first day to reinforce their message of racial equity in the legal profession. On the first day, Nu’Rodney Prad from Temple’s IDEAL department moderated all discussions while hosting an unconscious bias seminar for all registrants. On the second day, students could speak freely about discrimination, race, privilege and intersectionality. The third and last day provided all registrants the guidance to advocate and become an ally in Black spaces for their classmates, colleagues and the surrounding community of Black and Brown people.
The Fox Department of Legal Studies wants to align our business law objectives with the ABA’s stance on providing equitable space, schooling and careers to current and future lawyers, judges and legal professionals. Our department helps students as they navigate the application process for law school.
This challenge helped our minority population see a future in law. The changes that the ABA has championed will help more students find a sense of belonging in their law profession. Our department wanted to help students see “where law meets business” and how racial equity begins at the Fox School within our department—that their law journey aligns with the organizations that champion for more equity and inclusive communities. This challenge was the first of many, but it opened the door for students, staff and faculty at Temple University to identify brave spaces through experiential learning to champion for the underrepresented— and it starts at the Fox School. Racial equity starts with activism and allies to move into a new direction of equitable spaces for underrepresented populations. Listening to Black and Brown people in your neighborhood, classrooms, workplaces and find ways to understand the racial divide and how we all can decrease inequities that harm liberty and justice for all.


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1. Plantronics Auriculares Inalámbricos Compatibles Inteligentes
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- small, medium, and large, for the most comfortable fit in either ear.
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3. Apple Airpods Wireless Charging Latest
What We Like
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- Easy setup for all your Apple devices
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- Double-tap to play or skip forward
- New Apple H1 headphone chip delivers faster wireless connection to your devices
- Charges quickly in the case
- Case can be charged either wirelessly using a Qi-compatible charging mat or using the Lightning connector
- Rich, high-quality audio and voice
- Seamless switching between devices
- Listen and talk all day with multiple charges from the Wireless Charging Case
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What We Like
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5. Otufan Bluetooth Earbuds Hea
What We Like
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- 【IPX7 Waterproof Earbuds】High-level water-resistant makes it suitable for sports to prevent water ingress. Ideal for sweating it out at the gym or singing in the rain. Even Running, Sport,Jogging, Cycling, Driving, Gym Exercise, office and Relaxation.
- 【Superior Music Quality】Incredible sound quality ensure that you don’t miss any part or component of your music.Bluetooth 5.0 and lossless HD rendering technology that produce incredible sound quality with crystal crisp treble. Enjoy your music everywhere even in a loud environment.Besides, the bass from the amazing earbuds is to the standards and recommendable for your ear safety.
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6. Sennheiser Mb Pro 506041 Single Sided
What We Like
- Mobile Device Connection: For those who simply need an excellent hands-free communication solution in the office, in the car, and outdoors via cell phone
- Flexibility: Switch seamlessly between two connected Bluetooth cell phone devices for premium call flexibility
- HD Sound: Powered by a neodymium speaker for legendary Sennheiser HD sound to ensure a clearer and more natural audio experience
- Ultra-Noise Cancelling Technology: Filters out all unwanted background noise for crystal-clear conversations
- All-Day Use: Designed to last an entire working day, featuring extra soft leatherette ear pads and headband padding for maximum wearing comfort
- Extended Talk-time: With up to 15 hours of talk time, you can always stay worry-free focused on your conversations
- Peace of Mind: With a 2-year warranty on all headsets (including batteries), you never have to worry about the quality of your bluetooth headset
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Sennheiser Mb Pro 506041 Single Sided is a relatively new and late entrant in the market but surprisingly has surpassed beyond Otufan Bluetooth Earbuds Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth Headphones Ipx7 Waterproof 3D Stereo Hifi Sound Wireless Earphones Bluetooth Headset With Charging Case (Black) which have been in market longer than anyone. Sennheiser Mb Pro 506041 Single Sided brings you the best of the quality in the lowest possible cost. The Best feature of Sennheiser Mb Pro 506041 Single Sided is what has kept in the market.
It certainly makes appearance in Reviews of Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset in 2020 owing to its price penetration strategy in the market. If you own a Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset and it could be any of the high value Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset, chances are that would be much costlier than Sennheiser Mb Pro 506041 Single Sided. Sennheiser Mb Pro 506041 Single Sided will have more than 50% of all its features.
7. Lg Bluetooth Wireless Headset Hbs Xl7
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What We Like
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- Battery life up to 24 hours with carrying case (with 10min quick charge for 90min of play time)
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- Alexa enabled for voice access to music, information, and more. Activate with a simple touch.
- Smart listening by adaptive sound control automatically switches to ambient sound mode based on your activity
- In the box: Charging case, Triple comfort earbuds (S, M, L × 2) long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (stainless, S, M, L × 2), card, operating instruction, Reference guide, USB Type C cable (Approx. 20cm)
- Quick attention mode and wearing detection make conversations effortless
- Easy and clear hands free calling
- Leave your phone where it is, just speak with a double tap to the earbud
- Sony, headphones connect app for Android/iOS to use smart listening technology to control your ambient sound settings
Sony Wf 1000Xm3 Industry Canceling Wireless is present in top 10 since a long time. In terms of customer satisfaction and ease of use, Sony Wf 1000Xm3 Industry Canceling Wireless wins the users. Most of them who buy Sony Wf 1000Xm3 Industry Canceling Wireless once wont by anything else although it offers very limited features and specifications.
The only reason for brand loyalty is ease of use. This product had a special mention in Reviews of Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset in 2020 for not expanding user base but definitely not loosing any. The shift of people from Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset to any other Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset is least.
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What We Like
- STAY CONNECTED: Take calls, hear GPS directions or listen to music while you’re trucking using this wireless headset with Bluetooth 4.0 technology for easy pairing with your device.
- NO ROAD NOISE: Reducing the noise of your truck engine and passing vehicles, the headset and microphone’s noise cancellation technology lets you hear and be heard on the road.
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- 34 HOURS TALK TIME: This professional trucker’s headset has a battery that works as hard as you do. The long battery life delivers up to 34 hours of talk time and 600 hours of standby time.
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Blue Tiger Premium Wireless Bluetooth is again a mid of quality and price. It offers limited features in this pricing. There is another variant of Blue Tiger Premium Wireless Bluetooth which falls into premium category but Blue Tiger Premium Wireless Bluetoothis specifically targeted for mid-segment.
Blue Tiger Premium Wireless Bluetooth offers such a amazing features which makes it better than 70% of Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset available in the market today. Blue Tiger Premium Wireless Bluetooth was our personal favorite and was voted as most admired product in TOP 10 Best Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset to Buy in 2020 – TOP Picks. We hope it makes to that list again this year.
10. Tozo T6 Bluetooth Hea
What We Like
- [TWS & BLUETOOTH 5. 0] – Adopt the most advanced Bluetooth 5. 0 technology. TOZO T6 Support HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP. Provides in-call stereo sound. Also own fast and stable transmission without tangling.
- [Hi-Fi Stereo Sound Quality] – TOZO T6 Offers a Truly Natural, Authentic Sound and Powerful Bass Performance with 6mm Large Size Speaker Driver.
- [One step pairing] – pick up 2 headsets from charging box They will connect each other automatically, then only one step easily enter mobile phone Bluetooth setting to pair the earbuds.
- [IPX8 waterproof]- earbuds and charging case inner Nano-coating makes it possible to waterproof for 1 meters deep for 30 minutes. It is suitable for sports to prevent water. Ideal for sweating it out at the gym . Even Wash the earbuds and base
- [Charge on-the-go] – TOZO T6 wireless earbuds can last for over 6 hours’ playtime from a single charge and 24 extra hours in the compact charging case. Charging case support wireless charging. Providing convenient charging way with no strings attached
Last but not the least, if you haven’t liked any of the Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset yet, then Tozo T6 Bluetooth Hea is your choice. It is another one which is Best Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset Under 100$ and Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset comparison have showed it has ranked best in past based solely on its features. Tozo T6 Bluetooth Hea offers best features and although it does not have, Tozo T6 Bluetooth Hea’s feature is unbeatable. We would recommend you to go ahead with this if you want an all rounder Best Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset Under 100$
By our suggestions above, we hope that you can found Apple Wireless Bluetooth Headset for you.Please don’t forget to share your experience by comment in this post. Thank you!


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Victory in the voting rights battle
We’ve come to the end of a remarkable journey. In the early 1960s, most Southern blacks were barred from voting. Yet today, just over four decades later, blacks and whites from across the country have selected an African American man as the presidential nominee of the Democratic Party.
The United States has undergone an extraordinary, awe-inspiring transformation -- particularly so for those who remember what the South was like not so long ago. In 1964, the right to vote remained a white privilege, despite the promise of the 15th Amendment. Blacks were routinely kept from the polls by fraudulent literacy tests, violence and intimidation. Without the franchise, they had little or no say in what policies their “representatives” in Congress might support, where state health dollars would go or which local streets would get sidewalks. To have the vote was to belong to the American community; the disfranchised had been stripped, in a fundamental sense, of their citizenship. There were, of course, no black elected officials from the South.
The fight for civil rights -- voting rights in particular -- was a long, difficult one. On March 7, 1965, John Lewis was in Selma, Ala., when state troopers used electric cattle prods, nightsticks and tear gas to suppress a peaceful voting rights march. In the South in 1965, blacks who were so “uppity” as to try to vote could find themselves without a job or credit at a store -- or with a bullet in the back. That’s what happened to Medgar Evers, the Mississippi NAACP field secretary, in 1963.
But five months after that “Bloody Sunday” in Selma, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law. The country did not change overnight, but within two years, the percentage of eligible blacks registered to vote in Mississippi climbed from 6.7% to 60%. Today, impediments to black voting have virtually disappeared, and Barack Obama, a black man serving his first term as a U.S. senator from Illinois, has an excellent chance of becoming president.
This is a well-known story, of course, but the fact is that despite the obvious gains, many people remain who still talk of black disfranchisement. Despite the sheer numbers -- today, for instance, there are 43 African Americans serving in Congress (including John Lewis) -- there’s a sense that it’s callous, and possibly even racist, to dare suggest that blacks have come a long way.
How can skeptics make such an argument? Some point to racially polarized voting as a sign of the hold of racism in elections. But to make this argument, they generally define all elections in which majorities of blacks and majorities of whites vote for different candidates as “polarized.” By that standard, elections will never be free of racial taint until either half of all blacks vote Republican or roughly 85% of whites vote Democratic. In other words, “racism” will have disappeared only on the unlikely day when partisan group differences are gone.
Other skeptics point to the low number of blacks elected in majority-white communities as a sign that American politics has many miles still to travel. But when you think about it, that’s really not so telling. Consider a politician such as James Clyburn, majority whip in the House of Representatives. Of course he’s much more likely to be elected in a secure black district -- as are the other members of the Congressional Black Caucus who spoke at last week’s convention, such as John Conyers, Charles Rangel and Maxine Waters.
That’s partly because they run races that emphasize their racial identity, and partly because of their politics. Not a single one of these members of the caucus has been rated by the nonpartisan National Journal as having a remotely moderate political profile. Unlike Obama, who has an abbreviated political history and a relatively moderate image (despite his liberal voting record), they make no effort to present themselves as not-Jesse Jackson, post-racial candidates -- the kind of candidates who traditionally appeal to white voters as well as black voters.
As recently as the summer of 2006, in debating the renewal of the Voting Rights Act, a House Judiciary Committee report claimed: “Discrimination [in voting] today is more subtle than the visible methods used in 1965. However, the effects and results are the same.”
The same! Discrimination unchanged since 1965, except in the degree of its subtlety! Can that be true? Can it be possible that beneath the patina of progress, the same old racist South exists -- more than 40 years after the passage of a law with extraordinary and effective powers to respond to the national emergency of black disfranchisement? One is tempted to ask whether the committee members have been living in a cave for 40 years. Today, in Mississippi alone, more than 900 blacks hold office, and most Southern states have higher black registration rates than those outside the region.
How could the committee have published such an inane statement? Easy. On civil rights questions, both Republicans and Democrats in Congress take their cues from the leaders of civil rights groups, for whom pessimism has become deeply ingrained -- indeed, habitual. And that’s a dangerous habit. It can act as a brake on progress. In 2006, for instance, Congress renewed “emergency” provisions of the Voting Rights Act that were originally meant to last only five years, and in doing so, it actually strengthened federal emergency powers in a way that was utterly out of step with today’s voting problems. As voting rights scholar Richard L. Hasen noted, Congress squandered “an opportunity ... to take a more serious look at how it can fix its voting laws to better protect minority voting rights” in the 21st century.
Congress may not recognize that disfranchisement is a closed chapter in American history. But in a recent Washington Post-ABC News poll, 63% of blacks answered “yes” to the question: “Do you think it’s possible your child could grow up to be president or not?” -- a higher figure than that for whites.
On Aug. 28, 1963, Dorie Ladner, a 21-year-old civil rights activist from Mississippi, listened to the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. speaking from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and thought, “We’re going to go back to Mississippi and get called [racial epithets] again. This isn’t going to change anything.” But today, she recently told the Washington Post, “Dr. King’s dream ... is being fulfilled.”
Whatever your politics, Barack Obama’s moment is our moment too -- the end of one story and the beginning of another. A moment in which to celebrate.
Abigail Thernstrom is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and the vice chair of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.


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10 Bad Habits Women Say Their Man Has
We all know the saying "You can't live with them and you can't live without them". That's because in every relationship your significant other will at some point drive you nuts! I was reading this survey conducted by MagazineSubscription.co.uk, and these are the 10 bad habits that women hate most in their boyfriends or husbands:
1.) They're immature.
2.) They dress like a bum.
3.) They're thoughtless.
4.) They hate to go shopping.
5.) They don't do any housework.
6.) They leave the toilet seat up.
7.) They won't obey their simple house rules.
8.) They don't show any interest in the things that THEY like.
9.) They buy lame Christmas or birthday presents.
10.) They watch too much sports.
What are some things your husband or boyfriend does or doesn't do or even habits that that just drive you nuts?

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Was 15 then
Looking back now it was such an innocent thing. Having spent my teens at a UK boarding school, we enjoyed the reading of adult magazines to stimulate our teenage desires. As a member of the camera club I would often spend afternoons developing films and chatting with my mate.
One of these afternoons I bought in a magazine to thumb through while we were developing the film. Reading the stories I remember starting to throb and needing to take care of things. I didn't think anything of it, I just had to take care of matters and without notice or thought of my photo pal I whipped out my throbbing member and started to slowly stroke. He looked at me no word was spoken but he just stood there and stared while I slowly worked my uncut tool, then he reached for a camera and started to zoom in on me, still not uttering a word the camera clicked as I got more frantic, the excitement grew until I just could not contain myself. I exploded everywhere and sat there exhausted if not a little embarrassed.
I cleaned up, put myself away and we carried on as if nothing had happened. Photo club was never the same again; we would repeat our little game from time to time. He never did anything but watch me, taking photos often without film. I often think now what would have happened if he had reached for me or indeed got his own tool out and let me take charge of the camera....

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So, it happened!!! My very first Art Exhibition ever! And the cherry on top was that it took place in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, my beloved Paris!! The centre of art, architecture and beauty.
Firstly, thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I would just like to thank everybody who showed up to see my first exhibition this decade. So many kind words and well wishes. I was totally overwhelmed with the response I was met with, it was both inspiring and humbling. I met so many new people, invaluable contacts and a few very gracious write-ups on social media.
There was such an unexpected big turn up and it was wonderful meeting so many new people, having interesting conversations and seeing old acquaintances. I was also subsequently invited by a few people and galleries to come and meet with them, and even had inquiries from South Africa of people “booking” these works as soon as I am back. I couldn’t be happier.
I created a body of work with an central theme of connection and integration. I wanted my work to make an emotional connection with the viewer, while simultaneously emphasizing the connection between everything, as well as the different viewpoints or perspectives of a mutually shared situation. It was called “Intertwined”.
I had a variety of works in different mediums and in different stages of development, which proved to be a great way to test people’s reaction to it. I also demonstrated some techniques, which was an effective way to create interaction with the guests, and they had a lot of fun!
A special thank you to the following people:
– Everyone who stole my advertising posters, thanks for the compliment
– My Cité friends Amira Al-Sharif and Hannah Cooke who helped me get my act together.
– Vera Mihailovich-Dickman from Le KRAAL who braved the transport complications and made time for me in her busy schedule
I am so grateful and thankful for the talent I received, and blessed beyond my wildest dreams. Thank you so much for all the well wishes and sales. I cannot wait to see you all when I am back. #2020greatstart


UPDATED: After failing to appear at a scheduled court hearing on Monday and incurring a warning from the judge, Cardi B showed up in a New York courtroom Friday morning — at the same time she earned five Grammy nominations — for her arraignment over misdemeanor charges against her stemming from a fight in a New York strip club last summer.
Although prosecutors requested that her bail be set at $2,500, the judge released her with no bail and stated that he didn’t feel the rapper was a flight risk, according to TMZ. He did warn Cardi to have no contact with sisters Baddie Gi and Jade, the two bartenders who were involved in an altercation with her security at the strip club.
Cardi was charged in October with two misdemeanors for allegedly ordering an attack on the bartenders at Angels Strip Club in the New York City borough of Queens on August 29. Cardi apparently believed one of the women had slept with her husband, rapper Offset (she announced earlier this week that they have separated). The women were reportedly injured but declined medical treatment.
Cardi is scheduled to be back in court next month. As she made her way through the crowd to the courtroom, she reportedly asked, “Am I this famous?”
Variety spoke with Cardi’s attorney, Jeff Kern, after her no-show in court on Monday, and pointed out that today’s hearing was at the same time as the announcement of Grammy nominations. “Maybe we’ll announce them in open court,” he joked. “I’m gonna bring the judge in on that: ‘Judge, you have a very rare opportunity,’” he laughed.
The rapper found out about her nominations from reporters as she left the court, asking how many she’d gotten and then responding with a definitively Cardi response (see below).
Cardi is scheduled to appear at the New York station Z100’s Jingle Ball tonight, along with fellow Grammy nominees Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, Dua Lipa, Alessia Cara, Bebe Rexha and more.


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Hong Kong might not widely reopen until early 2024 because of its stringent Covid-19 policies, the city’s European Chamber of Commerce said in a draft report that Asia Financial has obtained.
The limited effectiveness of locally developed vaccines is forcing mainland China to maintain tight restrictions on travel, the chamber said in the draft, which has not yet been made public.
Hong Kong’s policies could trigger an exodus of foreign companies and staff and jeopardise its role as a financial hub, business leaders have warned.
“We think that our duty and obligation to our members beyond listening, conveying, and lobbying is to help them to understand and to make appropriate plans going forward in the next few years,” the report said.
The most likely scenario for Hong Kong would be that it would not reopen until China rolls out its mRNA vaccine across its 1.4 billion population, which could take until late 2023 or early 2024, it said.
“The limited effectiveness of Sinovac and other locally developed vaccines is forcing the Mainland authorities to be extra careful and keep the country closed to avoid any major outbreaks,” the authors added.
If that was the case, the chamber said there was a risk of a “cascade effect” of business leaving the Asian financial hub.
“We anticipate an exodus of foreigners, probably the largest that Hong Kong has ever seen, and one of the largest in absolute terms from any city in the region in recent history,” the report said.
While Hong Kong has succeeded in keeping the virus under control for much of 2021, it has become one of the world’s most isolated places. Travel restrictions and intermittent lockdowns have accelerated a ‘brain drain’.
Hong Kong saw a surge of infections in January, which authorities have been struggling to control.
Given the scenario, multinational firms would increasingly relocate China-focused teams to the mainland or shift their Asian regional teams to Singapore or Seoul, the chamber said.
“While there is always an expectation that this exodus will bring a replacement, such replacement is likely to come from the Chinese workforce,” the report said.
Hong Kong could lose its appeal as an international business hub as well as its potential to contribute to China’s economy.
“The current view of the international business firms in Hong Kong is that the shape of the organisations in Hong Kong is changing and evolving from Regional Headquarters to local sales representation offices,” the chamber said.
The departure of international talent could also undermine the city’s “potential to maintain world class universities”.
Mental health cases will continue to grow, especially among the younger population, the chamber warned.
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Barney Ronay at Literary Review:
Sometimes, though, the balance is just right. The basis of Home and Away: Writing the Beautiful Game is a literary friendship entwined around football and given form in a prolific exchange of letters during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. The title refers to both the geographical locations and the contrasting characters of the letter writers, Karl Ove Knausgaard and Fredrik Ekelund.
Knausgaard is the Norwegian author of a hugely successful six-part series of autobiographical novels called My Struggle. Ekelund is a Swedish writer and academic. Knausgaard is the home party. He watches the World Cup from the family sofa in Norway, constantly exhausted by the drudgery of parenthood. Ekelund is the away one. He travels, he has experiences, he watches the World Cup from the streets of Rio itself. ‘I desire reality, intensity, life,’ he points out early on.
They’re both pictured on the dust jacket. One is handsome and lean, hair swept back, a look of destiny in his eyes. The other is chubby-faced, beaming gamely beneath a muddle of curls. Can you guess which is which? Wrong! Ekelund, the away man, is the baby-faced dork. Home boy Knausgaard has the steely glint. On the page, though, they’re both perfectly in character. And for a while, as the letters cross, the scene is set and the tournament begins, their interplay takes on the familiar cut and thrust of a football match.


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The Allahabad High Court has dismissed international shooter Vartika Singh’s appeal challenging an MP/MLA court’s decision to dismiss her defamation complaint against Union minister Smriti Irani.
The Lucknow bench of the high court maintained that labeling the petitioner as associated with the Congress party or the “Gandhi family” in response to journalists’ inquiries did not constitute defamation.
Singh had filed a case in the Sultanpur MP/MLA court, alleging defamation against Irani. The special court dismissed the case on October 21, 2022. Subsequently, the petitioner moved to challenge the MP/MLA court’s ruling in the high court.
Singh’s claim stemmed from Irani’s remarks to journalists concerning allegations made by the petitioner against her personal secretary. Irani referred to the petitioner as a “pawn” of the Congress and implied direct connections with the Gandhi family.
Citing Irani’s complete conversation with journalists, the high court noted that prior to the contentious statement, Irani discussed other topics without mentioning the petitioner’s name. The court further observed that when questioned about the petitioner, Irani asserted the petitioner’s affiliation with the Congress and alleged a criminal background, which the court confirmed through registered criminal cases against the petitioner.
The bench clarified that Irani’s statements were directed at criticizing a political party and not aimed at defaming the petitioner.

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Emily Person, R.C. Stevens What kind of shape are you in heading into this cross country season?
Highlight Best shape I've ever been in.
How did your track season go last spring? What were your best times, places or races?
Highlight I had a good season, but the state meet did not turn out how I had trained for. 800-2:19 1600-5:13
What are your goals for this season on an individual level?
Highlight Improve each week Place top 10 at state XC meet
What did your summer training look like?
Highlight Followed summer training workout and swam
Who do you see as the top individuals in the state (and class, AA, A or B)?
Highlight Tamara Gorman, Probst, Woods and Kruse and Kearney.
What are your favorite workouts?
Highlight Tempo runs Long runs with my teammates
What is your favorite pre-race: Meal? Music? Routine?
Highlight Bananas, no music and Coy's routine.

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Distributed leadership toolbox, Mcbeth, Mark E. (kansas State Department Of Educat
Автор: Alma Harris Название: Distributed Leadership ISBN: 904818195X ISBN-13(EAN): 9789048181957 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 22274 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book argues that the educational environment in many countries has shifted so dramatically that we now must reconsider what we understand by educational leadership and educational leadership practice. Contributions are from the top authors in the field.
Описание: The primary focus of the book is to emphasize the major changes in the leadership responsibilities of the school principal and to underscore the necessity for them to gain new knowledge and skills in order to direct their leadership toward meeting the new changes in school-community goals and objectives. M. Scott Norton emphasizes the fact that contemporary issues and problems must be viewed as symptoms of change. The symptoms represent administrative tasks that must be attacked by implementing the primary reason that the school principal is hired, that of leading on-going change. The leader s responsibility focuses on school purposes as set forth in a viable school mission statement. The school s mission statement, that all too often is set forth as a public relations perspective, must instead set forth answers to questions such as, What is our purpose? Why does our school exist? What is our reason for being here? How do we meet the on-going changes that face us educationally? The leadership of the school principal attacks the symptoms of change by collaborating with the school s faculty to set forth a mission to which all members can commit. Collaboration infers a unification of members commitments toward the primary purposes of the school. Collaboration and opportunities to confer on an on-going basis are established. Although the school principal s hands are often tied by such factors as lack of resources, underfunded/unfunded mandates, inability to hire and retain highly qualified personnel and constantly changing program requirements related to student testing and teacher performance evaluation, this book places emphasis on the principal s need to become a visionary change agent in order to attack the ever changing symptoms of educational change."
Описание: An Intellectual History of School Leadership Practice and Research presents a detailed and critical account of the ideas that underpin the practice of educational leadership, through drawing on over 20 years of research into those who generate, popularise and use those ideas. It moves from abstracted accounts of knowledge claims based on studying field outputs, towards the biographies and practices of those actively involved in the production and use of field knowledge. The book presents a critical account of the ideas underpinning educational leadership, and engages with those ideas by examining the origins, development and use of conceptual frameworks and models of best practice. It deploys an original approach to the design and composition of an intellectual history, and as such it speaks to a wider audience of scholars who are interested in developing and deploying such approaches in their particular fields.
Автор: Mcbeth, Mark E. Название: The distributed leadership toolbox : ISBN: 1412957176 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781412957175 Издательство: Sage Publications Рейтинг: Цена: 6687 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Foster a dialogue with teachers to regularly assess leadership effectiveness and improve instruction and student performance. Includes notes for facilitators and a CD-ROM with reproducibles.
Автор: Gupton, Sandra Lee Название: Instructional leadership toolbox ISBN: 1412975409 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781412975407 Издательство: Sage Publications Рейтинг: Цена: 5421 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Every headteacher needs a toolbox of strategies for improving teaching and learning schoolwide. This title examines the role of headteachers in leading instruction and provides practical ways for leaders to reflect on and improve their practice.
Автор: James P. Spillane Название: Distributed Leadership ISBN: 0787965383 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780787965389 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 3991 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: James Spillane, the leading expert in "Distributed Leadership," shows how leadership happens in everyday practices in schools, through formal routines and informal interactions. He examines the distribution of leadership among administrators, specialists, and teachers in the school, and explains the ways in which leadership practice is stretched over leaders, followers, and aspects of the situation, including routines and tools of various sorts in the organization such as memos, scheduling procedures, and evaluation protocols.
Автор: Leithwood, Kenneth Mascall, Blair Strauss, Tiiu Название: Distributed leadership according to the evidence ISBN: 0415992176 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780415992176 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 8892 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Presents and synthesizes evidence about the nature, causes and effects of distributed school leadership. This book clarifies misunderstandings about distributed leadership and identifies implications for practice and further research. It is intended for researchers studying school leadership and practicing administrators at the district level.
Автор: Harris, Alma Название: Distributed school leadership ISBN: 0415419581 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780415419581 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 5262 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Discusses about developing young leaders in schools. This book argues that we need to generate broad-based distributed leadership within, between and across schools to be certain of lasting change and improvement. It focuses on the "why, how" and "what" of distributed leadership by offering a practical insight into what it looks like in schools.
Автор: Alma Harris (Ed.) Название: Distributed Leadership ISBN: 1402097360 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781402097362 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 22274 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book argues that the educational environment in many countries has shifted so dramatically and so permanently that we urgently need to re-consider what
we understand by educational leadership and educational leadership practice. It focuses on distributed leadership and focuses on the emerging evidence about the possibilities and
shortcomings of this form of leadership. It will draw upon the latest empirical findings from studies in different countries that have focused on the relationship between distributed forms of
leadership and organisational change.
The main aim of the book is to offer contemporary, comparative and challenging accounts of distributed leadership practice. This book
outlines current understandings, findings and limitations of the concept of distributed leadership. It brings together different international perspectives on distributed leadership as well as
looking at distributed leadership through three major lenses - the empirical, the interpretive and the critical.
The book aims to offer challenge, debate and critique, as well as
presenting the latest empirical findings about the impact and effects of distributed leadership on organizational change. Leading writers in the field will offer contemporary analysis and
reflection on the theme and will also consider the future issues, challenges and directions for distributed leadership.
Автор: Harris Alma Название: Distributed Leadership Matters ISBN: 1412981182 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781412981187 Издательство: Sage Publications Рейтинг: Цена: 3975 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Distributed leadership—engaging the many rather than the few in school improvement—has long been a promising theory. But it must be implemented effectively before educators and students can reap the rewards, including improved learner outcomes and stronger organizational performance. Distributed Leadership Matters offers pragmatic approaches for realizing these benefits. First, Alma Harris shows why harnessing educators’ collective expertise is an improvement strategy worth adopting. Then she details the collaborative processes that make it happen. Insights include: How to translate the research on distributed leadership into tangible results for schools Methods for building the social capital necessary for sustainable institutional change How to distribute leadership widely and wisely through professional collaboration This book is the educator's guide to improving the learning outcomes of young people, whatever their context and whatever it takes, supporting teachers to be the very best they can be and ensuring that collaborative learning with impact is achievable and sustainable.
Автор: Deflaminis, John A. Abdul-jabbar, Mustafa Yoak, Eric Название: Distributed leadership in schools ISBN: 1138846007 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781138846005 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 4899 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Building on best practices and lessons learned, Distributed Leadership in Schools shows educators how to design and implement distributed leadership to effectively address challenges in their schools. Grounded in case studies and full of practical tools, this book lays out a framework for building strategic, collaborative, and instructionally-focused teams. Supported by voices of practitioners and based upon original research, this comprehensive resource shares concrete strategies, tips, and tools for creating teams that are skilled at using data to plan and monitor their work, and successful in facilitating change to improve student learning. This innovative method will aid leader development and facilitate reflection, and will reshape leadership practice in a way that benefits teachers, leaders, schools, and students.
Описание: The notion of 'place' is a powerful one: the place where we are from; the place where we live; the place where we would like to be. It raises issues of identity and belonging (or lack of it), and about roots and connections (or lack of them). In a world that is more uncertain, more liquid, less known, place matters. This engaging and accessible book is the first of its kind to look at the role of place in schools and in the lives of young people today. Drawing on original research from the US, UK and South Africa, Kathryn Riley poses some tough questions to the practitioners who lead our schools, and to the politicians who decide the fate of our schools: ·Can schools create a space for young people to be safe and confident in who they are? ·Can they help them find their place in the world and understand how to shape it?
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At the trade show, SK Hynix demonstrated its 64 GB DDR5 RDIMM with ECC rated for a 4800 MT/sec/pin data transfer rate. The module marked as HMCA8GR8MJR4C-EB carries 20 memory chips marked as H5CNAG4NMJ as well as IDT’s P8900-Z2 register clock driver (RCD). The memory devices are marked differently than the ones SK Hynix used for 16 GB RDIMM back in late 2018, though we do not know the difference.
SK Hynix DDR5-4800 spotted at CES 2020
Posted on Tuesday, Jan 14 2020 @ 11:03 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck
Over at last week's CES 2020 in Las Vegas, AnandTech got to see some DDR5-4800 RDIMM at the SK Hynix booth. DDR5 is believed to be ready for the server market in 2021. The first known platform to support DDR5 will be Intel's Xeon "Sapphire Rapids", which will be used for the Aurora supercomputer. AMD's plans for DDR5 are still unknown but perhaps they will beat Intel to the punch. At the moment, it's not known when there will be a consumer version of DDR5.