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"Once again Penelope Wilcock drew me back into fourteenth-century monastic life with a fine mix of descriptive details and evocative language. The peaceful world of St. Alcuin's Abbey is quickly shattered by a violent tragedy and its aftermath, creating genuine heartache, tension, and spiritual angst. The timeless themes woven throughout the pages of The Hour Before Dawn spoke to my heart, in particular William's journey of faith and John's hard-won understanding of the power of the Ascension. Even in the darkest moments of the story, hope tarries in the wings. A wonderful writer, a wonderful read!" --Liz Curtis Higgs, New York Times best-selling author, Mine is the Night and Bad Girls of the Bible"The Hour Before Dawn takes Penelope Wilcock's saga of life at St. Alcuin's Abbey to the next level. The emotions are real, vivid, and raw. Gritty realism and heart-wrenching suffering are layered into this story, counterbalanced by redemptive tenderness and noble self-sacrifice. Wilcock weaves a tale of complex interpersonal relationships against the backdrop of a medieval monastery. This novel is a brilliant exploration of what it means to be human--and more importantly, what it means to be a human remade in the image of Christ." --Bryan M. Litfin, Professor of Theology, Moody Bible Institute; author, The Sword, The Gift, and Getting to Know the Church Fathers"Penelope Wilcock has created a wonderful cast of characters for her medieval series. The Hour Before Dawn deals with the universal theme of evil and the Christian response, and sets the tale in a marvelously accurate fourteenth-century monastery. For the lover of medieval mysteries this is a book not to be missed." --Mel Starr, author, The Unquiet Bones, A Corpse at St. Andrew's Chapel, and A Trail of Ink "The Hour Before Dawn shows vividly how the wrenching horror of cruelty can be overcome by the unspeakable beauty of restoration. I know of no other writer who sees so clearly into the souls of her characters as does Penelope Wilcock. And sees with such humor and love. Her prose is like rich, dark chocolate poetry. This book offers a deep well of mercy and grace and forgiveness--even forgiveness of self. Drink from it." --Donna Fletcher Crow, author, Glastonbury: The Novel of Christian England and The Monastery Murders
Penelope Wilcock is the author of over a dozen books of fiction and poetry, including The Hawk and the Dove trilogy. She lives a quiet life on the southeast coast of England with her husband and is the mother of five children.


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Level 2 LIS Science Data
The Lightning Imaging Sensor (LIS) is an instrument on the Tropical Rainfall Measurement Mission satellite (TRMM) used to detect the distribution and variability of total lightning occurring in the Earth's tropical and subtropical regions. This information can be used for severe storm detection and analysis, and also for lightning-atmosphere interaction studies. The LIS instrument makes measurements during both day and night with high detection efficiency.
Please include the following citation in your publications:
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i wanted to buy a barrel for my 1187 i wanted a smooth bore with rib vent . i would like a 28 in barrel so i could use it for small game and bird hunting. I just wnated to seeif there was any thing out there.
I guess this reply comes a little over 4 years late, but I just saw this and thought I'd chime in.
I have to ask what barrel your shotgun came with? Or what's on it now?
Remington factory aftermarket barrels are readily avilable from places like Cabelas or Bass Pro. My 11-87 came with a factory installed 28 inch barrel, but replaced it with a 26 inch barrel for hunting and that is the barrel I've used on it for the last 17 years on my gun. To me I find the 26 incher to be less cumbersome while carrying in the field while jump-shooting or flushing, yet still offering great pointability while pass-shooting or shooting over decoys.
Accuracy. What an incredible way to give yourself a true advantage.
Go to your club and get a bunch of guys together - and put a target out there at 250 meters. Break out the deer rifles and see who can shoot a decent group, even off of the bench, at this distance. I think you will be shocked at how few can do it.
So - with that in mind, I recently set out to try to develop a semi-custom rifle that I could afford and that would shoot - repeatedly - at MOA.
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OPENING MARCH 4TH at FERNEYHOUGH CONTEMPORARY in NORTH BAY
Since 2007 Robert Game has been developing series paintings that reflect his concern for and draw our attention to the intersection of our natural and constructed worlds. Drawing on experiences from his travels throughout rural and urban Ontario, Game uses a range of symbols to convey the precarious balance between ecology and culture. In the paintings “forests,” “rock walls” and “land” serve as counterpoints to “architectural elements” and “planning devices.”
Most recently, two new series of paintings have emerged: eco platform, a raised level surface to view the base and structure and eco analytic, the branch of logic dealing with analysis. Selected works from the new series make up eco balance. The exhibition runs from March 4 – 29.
Robert Game holds a BFA from the University of Alberta. He has exhibited nationally and internationally since 1975. Robert’s work can be found in many public and corporate collections.
RECEPTION: Saturday, March 4, 2017, 2 – 4 pm. The artist will be present. We hope you’ll join us.
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You’ve spent a lot of time finding the most comfortable (and flattering) yoga clothing; not to mention, you’ve also spend a good bit of money. It only makes sense that you want to make sure your yoga attire lasts as long as possible. How can you do that? – By taking proper care of them.
Unlike other articles of clothing, like jeans and T-shirts, your yoga gear requires a little more attention to ensure that it is well cared for. From pants to shirts, here are some tips that will help you extend the life of your yoga clothing.
Though you may be able to wear a pair of jeans or a hoodie two or three times between washings, you want to make sure that you wash your yoga clothing as often as possible. If you don’t, sweat and other bacteria will start to buildup in the clothing. As a result, they’ll start to develop a funky smell and they just won’t feel comfortable.
To make sure your yoga clothing smells and looks good for as long as possible, make sure you wash it regularly. If possible, try to toss your gear into the washing machine right after you complete a yoga session. This will help to prevent sweat, bacteria and unpleasant odors from settling into the fibers. Once that happens, it can be very difficult to get the clothing clean.
Avoid Tumbling Dry
It’s tempting to put your yoga clothing into the dryer, but if you want them to last longer, you really should avoid the temptation. Tumble dryers rely on heat to dry clothing, and that heat can damage the elastic in your gear. As a result, your clothing won’t last as long, and you’ll end up having to replenish your yoga wardrobe much sooner than you probably would like to.
While air drying is highly recommended, you want to avoid hanging your yoga clothing to dry.
Damp clothing is heavier, and when combined with gravity, your clothing can end up stretching out. Instead, lay your yoga gear flat to dry.
Skip the Fabric Softener
Fabric softener can help your clothing feel soft and make it smell fresh, but for yoga clothing, fabric softener can do some serious damage; especially fabric softener sheets.
Sheet softeners leave a waxy-like material on your clothing, which helps to prevent static buildup and makes your clothing feel softer. However, this wax can also impact your yoga clothing’s ability to absorb moisture. It can also trap sweat and other odors into the fibers, making your clothing smell foul instead of fresh. As a result, you’ll sweat more, and that sweat will get trapped in your clothing, making it smell even worse.
Go for Organic
When you do buy new yoga gear, opt for items that are made of organic materials. Though organic clothing may have a higher price tag than clothing that is made out of synthetic materials, it’s much more comfortable and will last a lot longer.
With these simple tips, your yoga clothing will last you a lot longer and will be much more comfortable for all those downward dogs and child’s poses.
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Bradley Cooper has made it as a musician!!! He is officially on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Shallow" from his directorial debut "A Star Is Born." Of course, this is not the first time Gaga has been on the top of the charts. This is her 21st Hot 100 song!!!
As of now, the song sits at number 28!
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Seven new countries /territories/areas including four African countries (Djibouti, Gambia, Zambia, Mauritius) have reported cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), the World Health Organization (WHO) said today.
Focusing on how African countries boost their local revenue in today’s digital economy, experts from across the globe gathered in Nairobi, Kenya for the 7th Pan African Conference on Illicit Financial Flows and Taxation.
Sub-Saharan Africa’s fastest growing local hotel chain; CityBlue Hotels today announced the takeover of Landmark City Hotel in Quatre Bornes, Mauritius, at the 2019 Africa Hotel Investment Forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
By Tesfu Telahoun Abebe – Greetings to all! Can you guess the name of the following African country? I’ll give you plenty of hints..not that your chances of getting the correct answer will improve by much!
The Corporate Tax Haven Index (CTHI) by Tax Justice Network launched yesterday shows how the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Mauritius are among the most corrosive corporate tax havens against African countries.

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Raptors fans celebrating in the streets. So, this is the scene at Yonge-Dundas now. What a time to be alive. #WeTheNorth pic.twitter.com/2qfTKVWD3m — Samantha Lui (@samanthalui_) May 31, 2019
Steve Kerr refuses to say Kevin Durant is the reason why the Warriors lost game 1. Steve Kerr refusing to pin this on the Warriors missing Kevin Durant. Warriors need him, obviously. But as Kerr said, “we got enough.” pic.twitter.com/C2DXMdAOOE…
Raptors player like you’re about to get your ass whooped Drake.
Raptors fans chanting for Fred VanVleet. FVV to the locker room as fans chant “FREDDY” pic.twitter.com/NxSPbfKrfV — James Herbert (@outsidethenba) May 31, 2019
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Another round of relief could be on the way - here's what an average NC resident could get with $600
Using the United Way of North Carolina's baseline of what it calls a self-sufficiency standard, we're looking at how far $600 could go for an average person.Posted — Updated
Less than a month's worth of groceries, around 75% a rent or mortgage payment, one car payment a few tanks of gas -- that's what $600 could get the average North Carolinian.
That's the amount Congress approved for most Americans as part of the second stimulus package.
This second package signed by Congress comes after one in March where most Americans received $1200 in government funding.
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The attorney for Taylor Schabusiness, the Green Bay woman accused of killing and dismembering a man, has asked to be removed from the case.
This comes after Quinn Jolly was suddenly attacked by Schabusiness during a court hearing. According to a motion filed Thursday, Jolly says his attorney client-relationship with Schabusiness is “irretrievably broken.”
Taylor Schabusiness is accused of killing Shad Thyrion last year in his Green Bay home and later dismembering his body. She’s charged with first-degree intentional homicide mutilating a corpse and third-degree sexual assault.
Schabusiness has pleaded not guilty and not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect. The attack on Jolly occurred during the latest competency hearing to determine if she is fit to stand trial.
During the hearing, Jolly asked for the trial to be adjourned because a doctor who had evaluated Schabusiness was unable to attend the hearing.
The judge agreed to push back the trial until the middle of May, at which point Schabusiness attacked Jolly. Sheriff’s deputies quickly restrained her and removed her from the courtroom.
The motion to withdraw has not yet been granted, a hearing for the motion is scheduled for February 27. The competency hearing has been rescheduled to March 6.

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Teton Gravity Research announces the release its film Almost Ablaze on iTunes. Almost Ablaze won "Film of the Year" at the 2014 International Freeski Film Festival. To celebrate, we are releasing the gritty urban Sarajevo segment, featuring Olympic gold medalist Joss Christensen, Karl Fostvedt and Chris Laker skiing the remains of the 1984 Sarajevo Olympic venue.
“Sochi was criticized for its hastily-built and exuberant infrastructure, whose lack of potential for long-term use barely justified the environmental degradation its construction wrought,” writes Sam Morse in his article accompanying the release of this Sarajevo segment. “The now-dilapidated venues in Sarajevo, which hosted the 1984 Winter Olympics, were marked by disuse and destroyed by war, provoking eerie parallels to the criticisms made of Sochi’s future. With Oslo recently withdrawing its bid for the 2022 Winter Olympics, the trip validated plenty of the concerns that have caused a decline in public support for hosting the Winter Games.”
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Good afternoon, I'm Schattenmann, your humble fact-checker for this mini-presentation of Os's World, your number one source for news from that land beyond the clouds, that happy land somewhere over the rainbow where the sky is green, the sun is purple, and trees grow down. Today, we visit that wonderful land again, beckoned by the claims of His Backwardness that: To do homage to the man, I say : :::::::chortle:::::: : Opposition is Action Let us first channel that biggest jerkwad of philosophy, the man who gave us pedantry, Socrates, and ask first: what is it to "oppose"? This is a word which implies action, oppose is a verb, it is not a passive state, but affirmative. We understand that to oppose something means to stand in its way. If a man opposes something, he acts to stop it. If a man is opposed to something, he moves to separate himself from it. We can greater understand this concept of opposition by considering its opposite, support. Support, too, is an action. Support enables things. A treaty is support, war is support, diplomatic pressure is support. Opposition is powerful. If rulers and alliances took stock of their ideals, and stood upon them, the world would shudder. Truth is Found in Action Now, let us examine OsRavan's record of opposition to reparations, eternal wars, etc. For it is in a man's action that we find the truth. In his perverted part in a perverted play, he directed the forces of ODN in enforcement of peace terms in the DH-NPO War which included $2.427 Billion in reparations ($1B from Legion alone), and a month long extended war against the top tier of Pacifica. In the Dave War, ODN itself demanded an extended war of top-tier MCXA nations. In the TOP-C&G War, ODN stood shoulder-to-shoulder with its allies and coalition in demands for reps totaling over $1 Billion and tens-of-thousands of tech (most of it blood money to GOONS), and 40,000 tech from Legion. It is most often the case that when we discuss the historical sins of an alliance, we must be careful to remember that their sins have been across multiple administrations, and that distance makes for penance. Not so with ODN and OsRavan. OsRavan himself led the Network in each of these wars and always unfalteringly waved the banner of his bloodthirsty allies. OsRavan Found False Os's World is a weird place, indeed. It is a world where a man finds it perfectly sane to decry every kind of injustice who has himself committed his personal influence, and the military might of his alliance to the extraction of outrageous reps; who has himself accepted reps; who has put the weight of his alliance behind the acts he himself decries over and over again, enthusiastically. Why must we continue to examine OsRavan? OsRavan breathes rarefied air as one of very few men whose person came to define an AA and in many ways an era. His person is political, to discuss the person of OsRavan is to discuss ODN. Where OsRavan lies, the truth must be brought forth. This is no petty personal squabble, but a question of the state of things. As long as twisted manipulators such as OsRavan are allowed to spew their backwards histories, alliances will continue to emulate them. History is the sum of actions of men, OsRavan's opposition could have meant an entirely different world, but despite his repetitive cries that his principles give no regard to politics, we see that he has no principles, and he perpetuated a world without principle. So, my dear reader, on this, the 1,752nd day since OsRavan forced reparations from Cult of Justitia, and the 1,751st day since he began denying it, I'm your host Schattenmann bidding you good day from all of us in Os's World. Os's World 1 Os's World 2 Source: A Valentine from TPF
Hello, cyber verse, I would like to announce my recent entry into the cyber-forums. The reason for this is that I would like to use this blog as a method of spreading my and others ideals and thoughts on the current events happening in cybernations. But before I do that I would like to answer a question. The reason my nation's name is Pangea, is because it is a slightly different spelling of the word Pangaea, which in case you didn't know was a supercontinent that existed (please avoid religious argument here) a very long time ago. My nations name is meant to represent my attempts to become as one (in a metaphorical sense of course) with other nations. Well, that sums it up, I hope to post more blog posts later on.
In case you have not noticed, there is a new CN radio network, CyberNations International Broadcasting. Bloodfury and bros have put in a huge amount of work to put up the infrastructure, and several DJs have begun populating the network. After much pushing and pulling, Bloodfury got me to sign on to a bi-weekly show Thursdays at 9 PM EST (8 PM server). This week in CN will be a political talkshow dedicated to current events and interviews with headline-makers. Shows will be archived and re-played for those who couldn't tune in for the live broadcast. Our first show saw Pacifican Emperor and Bootleg Radio host Brehon as the guest for the hour. It will air again on Monday the 19th at 8 PM EST (7 PM server). Future re-runs might not be in that timeframe depending on how the DJ schedule pans out (right now that time slot is not occupied). After each replay, I'll post a link to a permanent stream. You can tune in directly from the network's forum, or via your favorite media program (WinAMP, WMP, REAL, or Quicktime) here: http://www.cnib-group.com/boards/index.php Enjoy!
I love blogs. I try to read them whenever I can, and I feel I've gotten to know the politics of CN through blogs better then I could know it by myself. One topic that seems to appear a lot on the boards these days is Anti- Pacificanism. But looking through the blogs and associated responses, I think I may have found just the answer to this growing phenomenon. Now I can't profess to love the NPO, but I would be lying if I told you that I still hated it. Sadly, not everyone shares my "give everyone an equal chance" opinion on this matter. Quite a few people I know still harbor some Karma based hatred for the NPO, and aren't about to forgive them any time soon. On the other side of the fence, many Pacificans wonder why they haven't been forgiven, and why that at least some of the world still harbors distrust for them almost a year after the War. This seems to be because in apart, the NPO still believes a lot of its policy previous to the Karma war was/still is appropriate. After all, no one is going to forgive you if you haven't changed. So, if the NPO wants world approval again, it seems to me that the only way is to issue a statement wherein NPO recognizes its actions prior to the Karma war were aggressive and in many cases ill-founded. It should also include that it will work to correct the damaged relationships, and redefine the image of the NPO as a AA that works WITH the global community rather then lording OVER it. Now I know what I just said is blasphemy to some, and pride in your AA is key in CN, but just hear me out. After all, this policy has worked in REAL LIFE in the past. Consider this: when Nazi Germany was defeated at the end of WWII, the United States and all of the Allied Powers made the German government admit that their actions during the years 1930 to 1944 were unjust, aggressive and wrong. As part of the Marshall Plan the German government complied. They issued their apology, and have since worked tirelessly to redeem themselves in the eyes of the international community. It has worked very well, and in the 21st century they are once again a respected country. Now I wouldn't dare compare the actions of the NPO to Nazi Germany, but my point in telling you this story is to show that the only way the NPO can possibly recover its image short of another global domination is to simply admit they were wrong. Then, they have to change their policy to fit with the current global situation. In the above story, the Germans were so successful in changing their image because they worked tirelessly to change their policy. They banned white supremacy, apologized to world powers and promoted the rich history of Germany before the Nazi era (while at the same time never forgetting the lessons of the past). They worked to become a respected democracy and change their interactions with other countries, and in time, people began to think of them as "the place rich in European history and culture", rather then "the place where Nazis came from". The reason that the NPO is remembered as "the alliance that abused its power and subjugated everyone" is because they have done nothing to prove to people they have changed their ways. So to close I will leave you with this quote by Lynn Johnston "apologies are the SuperGlue of life. It can repair just about anything." In the end, the NPO and its members can take my advice or leave it, but they have to know that making excuses for their actions only garners them more distrust and disapproval. If the people of the NPO want to be recognized not for their past mistakes, but for their present actions, they should just say sorry.

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YUNDA Stead is a permaculture farm located in the Noosa Beach hinterlands of Sunshine Coast, Queensland Australia. We're building a sustainable homestead with organic orchards surrounded by forests, waterways feeding ponds, wholesome gardens feeding us and wondrous native wildlife. Enjoy our journal -- and we welcome your comments.
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The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 200-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer with a 6,400-rpm redline, an analog clock, and auxiliary gauges for temperature and fuel level. The digital odometer indicates under 84k miles, approximately 6k of which have been added by the seller since 2018.
For many, the C219 remains one of the most aesthetically pleasing body lines to ever come from Mercedes. The long sloping roofline and tapered hips certainly set the CLS apart from other cars on the road. While the car does have four doors and room for the whole family, it’s still classified as a coupe by design. There is a ton of value to be had considering the thorough maintenance history on this example. The new Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires will surely have their work cut out with the increased performance from the Stage 2 Eurocharged kit and will ensure that you’re first to whatever destination you please. The supercharged M113 was only offered for the 2006 model year in the CLS body making this car especially rare. Not only does this CLS55 AMG provide a stylish way to commute, it is also sure to keep you grinning from ear to ear with gobs of power under your right foot.
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5 men arrested in pastor attack
NEW JERSEY (WABC) -- Police have arrested five men who they say repeatedly robbed a disabled pastor in New Jersey.
A car accident a few years ago left Raul Medina unable to walk and with limited use of his hands.
Police say one of the young men has known Medina for years and knew the pastor was often home alone at night.
Police say they stole thousands of dollars of jewelry, as Medina lay helpless unable to stop them.
The men now face burglary charges.
Police are still searching for two more suspects.
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Eugene Scalia is returning to the partnership of Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, where the son of the late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia had worked before becoming the U.S. Secretary of Labor during the Trump administration.
Scalia will again co-chair Gibson Dunn’s administrative law and regulatory practice group, and he will advise clients on a broad range of regulatory, appellate, and labor and employment matters, the firm said.
Scalia took the reins at the Labor Department in September 2019 after former secretary Alexander Acosta resigned in the face of public criticism of his role in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Acosta, a former Kirkland & Ellis associate, was the lead prosecutor a decade earlier when Florida hedge fund manager Epstein escaped the most serious charges stemming from his alleged teen sex ring.
Scalia was tasked with putting the finishing touches on a number of top Republican priorities during the Trump administration, several of which the Biden White House has signaled it will undo. He was also the face of the administration’s workforce policy during the Covid-19 pandemic, resisting calls to beef up requirements for employers to protect workers still punching in in-person as infections spiked.
Gibson Dunn is one of the most profitable law firms in the country, and Scalia was a highly paid partner there before entering government service.
He earned more than $6.2 million in income from Gibson Dunn the year before entering government, according to financial disclosures he made. In 2020, the average Gibson Dunn partner earned $4.125 million, The American Lawyer reported last month.
Scalia also disclosed that upon his departure from the firm he was eligible to receive nearly $26,000 a month in payments from a defined benefit plan run by the firm.
Scalia’s clients at Gibson Dunn included Bank of America, Chevron Corp., Facebook Inc., Juul Labs, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and Walmart Inc., according to the disclosures.
Scalia did an earlier stint at the Labor Department, serving from 2002 to 2003 as its solicitor, the principal litigator for the agency. He also served as special assistant to the U.S. Attorney General from 1992 to 1993. Apart from that, he has worked at Gibson Dunn, beginning at the firm in Los Angeles in 1990 and moving to its Washington office in 1993.
Scalia’s brother John is a fellow Big Law attorney, a shareholder at Greenberg Traurig who represents employers in disputes with workers.
In a statement, Scalia said he looked forward to representing clients in high-stakes regulatory litigation and employment matters.
“Gene is one of our nation’s leading administrative law litigators and employment lawyers,” Ken Doran, chairman and managing partner at Gibson Dunn, said in a statement. “He is the only person who has served both as the Secretary of Labor and as Solicitor, the Department’s chief legal officer. This experience affords him unmatched and invaluable insights.”
As Scalia returns to private practice, he will confront a Labor Department that is decidedly more favorable to unions and concerns expressed by labor. His successor, former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh was confirmed on March 22 as the 29th U.S. Labor Secretary, and the first in nearly 50 years to have been a union member.
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The mission of the NC CPA Foundation is to attract high quality students to consider accounting as a career choice and activities to support those that pursue an accounting education within NC colleges and universities. As part of an ongoing initiative of the NCACPA to evaluate its strategic planning process, a task force was convened to offer recommendations intended to refresh the programs and activities of the NC CPA Foundation. As part of this effort, the NC CPA Foundation is currently not accepting applications for scholarships. The task force plans to release its plan for future scholarship programs/activities by December 31, 2017. In the interim, please contact NCACPA COO Mark Soticheck with any questions.
About the North Carolina CPA Foundation
The North Carolina CPA Foundation Inc. was established to further facilitate the association’s philanthropic efforts. The Foundation plays a major role in accomplishing the association’s mission of supporting CPAs and the accounting profession in North Carolina. Through the generous donations of NCACPA members, the Foundation provides numerous scholarships to aid North Carolina college students. The Foundation also provides a monetary award to the winner of the association’s annual Outstanding Educator Award.
Early in your professional journey, it’s highly likely that someone gave you a helping hand. Whether it was in the form of references, encouragement, or financial aid—you might not have achieved as much without the help of others. Make that same generosity your legacy by giving hope to the next generation of CPAs. Your tax-deductible donation to the North Carolina CPA Foundation will make a difference in the lives of aspiring CPAs across the state. Give the gift that keeps on giving—make a donation to the Foundation today!
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Nowadays the tastes of the audience have changed big time. But there is one section of the audience which has not changed at all and that is the US audience.
The NRI’s love subtle, feel good and family oriented films and often keep away from mass masala action flicks. And one such small film which surprised one and all by collecting more than 1 million dollars at the US box office was Pelli Choopulu.
Now, yet another subtle love story which is releasing this week is Srinivasa Avasarla’s Jo Atchutananda. Reports suggest that the film is a complete niche product and might go well with US audience completely. Though, the director Avasarla’s last film Oohalu Gusagusalade did well in overseas, now the market range has improved multifold which should help big time.
With the subject matter simple and the film getting a clean U certificate, the makers are sure that the film will impress all over. Even though the film does not have a strong and superstar cast many feel that it might surprise everyone at the box office. Let’s see.


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Graham Parker live @The Union Chapel
So, Graham Parker and Brinsley Schwarz at The Union Chapel and I have to say that this one has a special significance for me. The first proper gig I saw was Brinsley Schwarz (the band) playing at Mansfield Civic Theatre on February 25, 1974 and you can read about that gig here. As a student I saw Graham Parker and The Rumour play at Dundee University Students’ Association (April 20, 1978 if you must know, and £1.50 to get in) and the following year at The Odeon in Edinburgh. The songs were great and the band was on fire at that time; Graham Parker should have had huge commercial success, either at that time or without The Rumour in the early eighties, but it didn’t happen. He’s continued to write, make albums, and play as a solo artist and with various group lineups, mainly in the USA, but after 2012’s “Three Chords Good” album which reunited The Rumour, the UK seems to be ready to clasp him to its bosom again.
The audience in The Union Chapel was pretty much what you would expect for this type of gig and surprisingly well-behaved (no loud conversations about how terrible the journey to the gig was or whinges about the bar prices) apart from the bunch that wanted to help GP by braying along like a tone-deaf rugby team; you can’t win them all. With a body of work going back around forty-five years and a new album to promote as well, there’s a chance that you might not get to hear their favourite song; it must have been my lucky night, because I heard two of mine.
The set started with a GP solo version of my first favourite, “Watch the Moon Come Down”, which lends itself to an acoustic interpretation and it’s probably known by most of the old fans so it was the perfect way to ease everyone in before the almost new “Stop Crying About the Rain” from “Three Chords Good”. It’s great to see Brinsley Schwarz back in live action again; his musicianship has always been superb and his harmonies add another layer to the sound. It’s not The Rumour, but it’s a big enough sound to work in an intimate venue like The Union Chapel.
The set spanned the forty years from the release of “Howlin’ Wind” (which was well represented with “White Honey”, “Silly Thing”, “Not if it Pleases Me” and “Don’t Ask Me Questions”) to the new album, “Mystery Glue” which has three songs featured: “Railroad Spikes”, “I’ve Done Bad Things” and “Flying into London”. There was an obvious warmth and camaraderie between Brinsley and Graham as well as between the audience and the performers throughout the set; GP seemed very much at ease with the whole thing and his voice still sounds superb.
As you might expect, there were a couple of interesting choices. The encore opened with an a cappella solo version of the Gershwin classic “Someone to Watch over Me” and ended with the big seventies hit “Hold Back the Night”. Throw in a scattering of great songs (“Turned up Too Late”, “Under the Mask of Happiness”, “Nation of Shopkeepers”, “Passion Is No Ordinary Word”, “Back to Schooldays” and “Stick to Me”) from across the forty year period and you’ve got a pretty good summary of the career of one of our greatest singer-songwriters. And as for that second favourite song of mine – the second song of the encore was one of the best and most harrowing songs I know. “You Can’t Be Too Strong” (from the album “Squeezing Out Sparks”) is a controversial but very brave piece of songwriting which sounds as relevant now as it did in 1979.
So, Graham Parker can still do it live and this was a pretty good selection of his best songs of the last forty years. He looks relaxed in the live partnership with Brinsley Schwarz, but I suspect that the best is still to come with the reformed Rumour promoting “Mystery Glue” which is out on Monday May 18. You can also hear him doing a guest vocal on the new Stone Foundation album “A Life Unlimited” which is released in the UK in August this year.


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I want to thank everyone that was a part of the Disney Pixar Blog Hop this weekend. If you missed it, you can go and check out the Day One projects HERE and the Day Two projects HERE. These hops are always so much fun and I don’t want the Disney love to end . . . do let’s keep it going!
Today I want to share a birthday card that I made for my Blogger Buddy and co-host of all of the Disney Pixar Blog Hops, Melissa!
I used cuts of Daisy Duck and Minnie Mouse, along with a stamp from the K Andrew Designs stamp set Crafty Friends, which is PERFECT for Melissa and I . . . we are crafty and blogging friends!
Happy Birthday Melissa!
Still want MORE Disney fun? Then you should head over to Crazy About Cricut where is it Mickey and Friends Monday . . . featuring another Disney card I created!