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An area of disturbed weather (97L)
midway between Africa and the Lesser Antilles Islands continues to slowly organize. Wind shear is a moderate 10-15 knots over the disturbance, and waters are warm, about 29° C. Satellite loops
and this morning's QuikSCAT pass
show that two circulations have developed, one near 10N 44W, and the other 400 miles to the northeast, near 13N 37W. Both circulations are elongated and disorganized. Top winds were about 35 mph.Figure 1.
Current satellite image of 97L.The forecast for 97L
Wind shear is expected to remain in the moderate 15-20 knot range the next three days, and waters will remain warm, 28-29°C. This should allow 97L to come close to tropical depression status two days from now. The fact that there are two circulations competing for the same energy and moisture will slow down development. The larger circulation near 13N 37W will probably become the dominant one. The UKMET and NOGAPS models develop 97L into a tropical depression by Tuesday. NHC is giving 97L a medium (20-50% chance) of developing into a tropical depression by Monday. The storm is expected to track to the northwest over the open Atlantic, and shouldn't affect any land areas. By Wednesday, most of the models are predicting that an extratropical storm will form just north of Puerto Rico, and this storm will probably weaken 97L by bringing high wind shear.Elsewhere in the Atlantic
Most of the models continue to forecast the possible development of a tropical depression in the south central Caribbean, off the coast of Nicaragua, 5-7 days from now. I put the odds of a tropical storm forming in the Caribbean next week at 30%. The potential motion of such a storm is difficult to predict at this time.Hurricane Norbert pounds BajaHurricane Norbert
has made landfall on the west coast of Mexico's Baja Peninsula. Norbert was briefly a Category 3 hurricane this morning, but high wind shear has stretched the storm and opened up the eye, weakening Norbert to an upper-end Category 2 hurricane with 105 mph winds. Given that no Category 3 hurricane has hit the west coast of Baja since record keeping began in 1949, Norbert may be the strongest hurricane on record to hit the west coast of Baja (two Category 3 hurricanes have hit the east coast of Baja). Exceptionally warm water temperatures of 1-3°C above average helped Norbert remain strong right up until landfall.
Crossing rugged Baja will probably knock Norbert down a full Category, by about 20-25 mph. The storm will still be a Category 1 hurricane when it makes it second landfall on mainland Mexico north of Los Mochis. The Hurricane Hunters are scheduled to fly into Norbert this afternoon to see how intense this second Mexican landfall will be. Rainfall amounts in mainland Mexico will be 4-8 inches, and 6-10 inches over Baja. Norbert's remains should bring 1-2 inches of rain to portions of western Texas and southeastern New Mexico. Since Norbert is so strong and fast-moving, it may be able to carry an unusual amount of moisture deep into the Midwestern U.S. by Monday. This could lead to flooding problems in Kansas and surrounding states early next week. A similar situation occurred in 1983, when Category 4 Hurricane Tico
hit Mexico. Moisture from Tico would up in Oklahoma, where up to 16 inches of rain fell (Figure 2). The resulting flooding caused about $100 million in damage. The latest 5-day rain forecast from NOAA's Hydrometeorological Prediction Center (Figure 3) shows that the moisture from Norbert is expected to trigger heavy rains of up to three inches over Kansas and Nebraska over the next five days. This is probably an underestimate, and rainfall amounts in the 4-6 inch range are likely over Kansas and Nebraska over the coming week.Links to follow:Mexican radarLoreto, Mexico weatherSanta Rosalia, Mexico weatherFigure 2.
Total rain amounts from Hurricane Tico of 1983. Image credit: NOAA.Figure 3.
Forecast rain amounts for the five-day period ending Thursday, October 16, 2008. Image credit: NOAA/HPC.Odile dumping heavy rains on Mexico
Mexico has another storm to be concerned with, Tropical Storm Odile
. Satellite estimates
indicate Odile has dumped up to six inches of rain on the coast just east of Acapulco. Additional heavy rains of up to eight inches should affect the coast as Odile tracks along the coast, just offshore. The storm's location and intensity are difficult to gauge via infrared satellite loops
, and we'll have to wait until the Hurricane Hunters arrive this afternoon before we have a good idea of Odile's strength. Odile is under about 10-15 knots of wind shear, and this shear is forecast to remain in the 15-20 knot range the next 3-5 days. This should allow the storm to gradually intensify into a Category 1 hurricane.Saturday update on Hurricane Ike relief efforts
I got this very nice email yesterday, giving appreciation for all those who helped out through the portlight.org
Hurricane Ike charity effort:
I just wanted to express my sincere gratitude, on behalf of the City of Houston, the Mayor, and our community partners over at TIRR/Memorial Hermann, for all of your involvement in bringing medical supplies and equipment together to help Texans with disabilities affected by Hurricane Ike. I can't tell you how much we all appreciate the fact that you so quickly mobilized and leveraged such a tremendous amount of support to bring these needed items to Houston and other Texas cities.
An email simply doesn't do justice to the generous spirit and initiative that you, Paul Timmons, and your partners took to make this happen, nor to our gratitude. However, I just want you to know that we think about you all in appreciation every single day over here, and there are many who are directly benefiting from your generosity.
By the way, Paul Timmons mentioned that it looks like another shipment of 30-50 wheelchairs can be sent over here. All I can say is wow! Thank you for not forgetting about us, and for realizing that we still have a lot of needs here that we are trying to meet - even 4 weeks after the hurricane.
Again, please accept my sincere thanks. I hope that you have a wonderful
Michelle Colvard, MPH
Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities
Contributions to this highly worthy portlight.org
charity fund are fully tax-deductible, and will go to provide relief supplies for those smaller communities typically bypassed by the traditional relief efforts. More details can be found at StormJunkie's blog


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An auto repair professional - or mechanic - is an expert at finding, evaluating and fixing a wide range of automobile problems. Mechanics are asked to quickly diagnose vehicle issues, ranging from the exterior look of a car, motorcycle, van or truck, all the way to interior problems with the engine, brakes, mufflers, gears, or anything else that may be in need of repair. Once he or she evaluates the situation, an auto repair professional will provide you with a quote, or the expected amount of money it will take to fix the problem, along with a timeframe of how long the process will take. Depending on the severity of the vehicle's issues, the time-frame of a mechanic's work can vary. Some repairs can be done instantaneously, while others involve ordering specific parts and materials, meaning they can take hours, days or even weeks before the car is completely fixed.
Auto repair professionals are typically educated through training programs and specialty schools, learning about the different ways vehicles are constructed, damaged and ultimately repaired. There are multiple subjects covered in these programs, including auto repair and maintenance, restoration of damaged parts, collision repair and electronics. Some mechanics have a wide base of knowledge for a great number of makes and models of vehicles. Others are specialized, with a concentration on just one type or brand of automobile.
Many mechanics work out of shops with other automotive experts called body shops or garages. These businesses vary in how they are owned and operated. Some are connected to auto dealerships or large auto parts stores. This type of garage is very popular, especially for vehicle owners who have a warranty on their automobile. Depending on the terms of the contract, you may be entitled to a discount through the dealer for repairs and checkups on the vehicle.
However, many auto repair businesses are operated independently of a car manufacturer or specific brand. From large chains to neighborhood-based garages, these locations are often certified by a manufacturer to perform work within a warranty or make repairs if a company recalls a product. An independent business can also earn certification through programs sponsored by a manufacturer, meaning it is licensed to sell products and make repairs on specific vehicles. Independent auto repair businesses have a reputation as being more focused on customer service than larger, dealer-backed garages.
For car owners who need a repair on their vehicle, determining the best auto repair professional to use can be an intimidating task. There are several concerns out there in terms of mechanics who overcharged unsuspecting customers or billed people for items that don't require fixing. Understanding how you can find a reliable mechanic, what issues require professional auto repair services and how you can fix some of your own car problems are all important parts of vehicle ownership.
There are more than 700,000 auto service technicians and mechanics in the U.S. Finding the right one to repair a dent in your car door or fix an engine that won't start can be overwhelming, especially when it's an emergency. Review a few important facts about auto repair professionals and what you can do to get the best possible mechanic working on your vehicle's issues for a fair price.
Looking For Reliability
Unlike home repair services that evaluate a property, meet with homeowners and have time to prepare before their physical work begins, auto repair businesses are often asked to make fixes on the spot. If you come into a garage with a tire issue, the expectation is the mechanic will know how to correct that problem quickly.
That is why reliability is so vital when searching for a trusted auto repair shop. It may take going to several different mechanics before you find one you are truly comfortable with. Pose questions to this professional to find out what approach they will take to repair your car or what alternatives are available. Shopping around also gives you the best opportunity to find the cheapest rate or the fastest service, as some garages may be backed up with other vehicles that need repair first.
A recommended way to locate a trustworthy auto repair professional is to seek out customer reviews. Online sites offer honest opinions from real customers who have used a business. Read through this feedback to learn how a business operates and what you can expect if you were to take your vehicle there. Look for reviews about how quick maintenance was completed and if prices were fair. By learning what other people have said about a garage, you can gain a better idea if it's the right place to go when you have a car problem in need of fixing.
It can be difficult to know which automotive problems are serious enough to require expert assistance. A ripped seat cushion or broken radio don't involve safety and will not warrant enough of a problem that going into a garage is required. However, setbacks with brakes, lights and other parts that are vital to the safety of your car's driver and passengers, as well as others on the road, necessitate quick fixes. Many modern automobiles will notify drivers of an issue, in the form of a signal on the dashboard or a noise within the vehicle.
In the event of an accident, even if your vehicle does not appear to have any damage on the outside, it is generally recommended that you see a trusted auto repair professional. Internal damage may have occurred, or an important part may have been knocked out of place. Fixing these issues before driving much further can prevent further vehicle breakdowns in the future. In the case of a serious accident, a body shop can assess the problems and determine the best course of action for repairs, as well as evaluate how much they will cost.
Beyond that, regular checkups are recommended. Tires must be rotated, fluids needs to be replaced and the engine must be evaluated. After driving 25,000 miles, most auto dealers suggest having the vehicle checked out to ensure everything is running smoothly. Taking the car into the auto repair professional you trust will protect you from further problems down the road.
Not every type of auto repair work needs to be done by a certified mechanic. You can fix some of a vehicle's issues just by paying attention to how the automobile is running and having a basic understanding of auto repair. Look over the ways weather may impact your car and what preventative measures you can take to avoid having to take it into the shop. At the same time, be aware of mechanic scams that can impact your experience.
Preventing Trips To The Professional
Some fixes to your car can be done without paying a specialist. Issues like replacing oil and air filters are relatively simple, with instructions provided in the owner's manual on how to make these changes. The same goes for replacing broken windshield wipers or burnt-out headlights. Such issues should be repaired quickly to guarantee safety, but don't require a visit to a garage. By handling these types of tasks on your own, you'll gain a better understanding for how your car operates and save time and money.
Along with understanding how to fix manageable vehicle issues that may arise, taking preventative measures to avoid future problems is a valuable time saver. Many problem-solving best practices are related to the seasons. Your vehicle will be in different conditions in the winter than in the summer, meaning it requires a different type of preparation.
In the spring and summer, you want to be sure your air conditioner and cooling systems work correctly. Given the high temperatures the vehicle will be exposed to, overheating is a common problem. Look over the system by ensuring there is enough coolant available. If it needs to be refilled, it is best to open the hood and add more to the car before it gets too warm out. Also, clean out fan ducts and other ventilation sources necessary for summertime driving.
For winter driving, features such as the defroster, heater and exhaust system are paramount. Look in your owner's manual for specific directions on how features should be checked and repaired. Many newer cars have a cabin air filter that can be replaced when needed, allowing warm air to continue to flow in. Also, check your tires before winter driving, as they need to be at the proper pressure to perform well on snow and ice.
There is a common worry among many people that auto repair professionals take advantage of the general public. Because so many people are unaware of how to fix the problems in their vehicle, they are nervous of being overcharged by mechanics or worried that the improper work is being done.
While the great majority of professionals in the industry are honest, hard-working people, a few bad apples can ruin everything. You should be extra careful when first visiting a mechanic to guarantee that the price you're charged and maintenance the vehicle receives are fair.
Among the common scams pulled are needless repairs, where a garage charges you for work that isn't necessary. Another popular one is attracting customers through a cheap oil change or tire pressure check. Then, when you are in the shop and your car is being repaired, they give you a long list of other corrections they'd like to make, therefore boosting the total cost of your bill.
The best way to combat these types of problems is getting a written estimate before work is done. That way, you can see how much repairs are expected to cost. If the final bill is higher than the estimate projected, ask to specifically see the work. Make sure information is put in writing as well. If a problem remains, you can have proof that work was not done to your satisfaction.
By working closely with an auto repair professional and doing some of the tune-up work on your own, you will be less likely to fall for these scams. At the same time, you'll be able to drive out with a clean and healthy vehicle, thanks to the repairs made by a trained professional.


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Cost Effective Procurement Methods of Food Ingredients
The current COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted almost all of the industries at many levels. Hence, a study on procurement methods focusing on food ingredients has been made in order to provide cost effective methods to help in decision making. Such as, opting for a closer supplier location, choosing an alternate raw material, buying the right volumes etc. would reduce the cost of procurement. In a summary, even though the usual supply chain and procurement methods of existing manufacturers appears to be right, it is certainly disrupted due to the recent COVID 19 situation. Hence, it is best to revisit the choices they make during the selection of product type, supplier, materials used, location of the supplier etc. while making procurement decisions.
The current COVID-19 pandemic is proving to be very costly and time consuming by all aspects, mainly in the manufacturing sector. There are many ways to overcome this delay in time and value management of the purchasing products. By choosing the right supplier, right raw materials and ingredients, product specification, along with the consideration of location proximity will reduce the cost of procurement of food ingredients significantly.
In industries such as food, where quality and taste is very important, that cannot be compromised while making the previously stated changes. Despite this challenge we can make a handful of strategic procurement decisions while making a purchase of food ingredient. The real time examples of the procurement decision making had been explained in detail with the help of some of the ingredients such as Vital wheat gluten, Yeast and Salt; one in each of the main, consumable and flavor inducing ingredients are considered for the study.
VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN
The US manufacturer of VWG had been analysed to find out that contracts works best in VWG procurement
The Cost of production of Vital wheat gluten is USD 1385 - 1425/MT, when produced using Hard red winter wheat. Whereas, if the same is estimated for vital wheat gluten using Soft red winter wheat, the cost is coming to around USD 1520 - 1565/MT in The USA due to the increased SRW wheat price. According to Bloomberg, US - SRW wheat price is 6-7% costlier than HRW wheat price during the month of May 2021, and the same is used in the model. Because of the products high dependency on wheat grain of 80-85%, it is understood that vital wheat gluten would follow the trend of wheat futures prices even though it falls under high protein market and not grains market. The SRW prices are in the rising trend from the begining of the year, which is expected to continue for next few quarters. Hence, by signing a 1 -2 year contract with gluten suppliers locking at the current price will prevent from buying at an increased price of gluten in future
On the landed cost, transportation cost contributes to around 10% of the overall cost, due to the current COVID 19 situation, freight rates are quoted high and are being highly volatile. This can be mitigated by having own logistics service or by having a yearly contract, in order to avoid the weekly/ monthly volatile prices being charged during procurement.
- According to the prices received from Purefield for VWG in USA pricing is currently running at around $.95-$1.0/lb, with issues in the global market expected to continue through Q2 of 2022. As the current capacities are sold out, Currently spot buys in US, $3.20/lb for reference on smaller volumes; and Ardent Mills price would be $1.10/lb to the west coast and that $1.03/lb-$1.06/lb to the east coast for the same period. But, both the suppliers are facing supply crunch at the moment and it shall last until next 6-9 months. Hence, it is suggested to a VWG buyer to purchase on a contractual basis, to lock in the volumes and material prices when there is a surplus supply in the market. Usually, it is the beginning of the year, but it can be confirmed by discussing on volume availability with the suppliers.
SALT – FLAVORING AGENT
The US manufacturers of Salt had been analysed to find out that location proximity of supplier and huge volumes would result in cost effectiveness
Among the salt types – food grade rock mined salt is the cheapest as this is the purest edible mineral salt made available in an industrial scale
Other salt types of like solar salt and vaccum salt are also edible but are costlier because of the harvesting time taken, and technology utilized in manufacturing, respectively. Hence, it is suggested to go with rock mined salt as confirmed by multiple US salt manufacturers and their dealers
Kissner group sells Sea salt in Canada at a comparatively lower rate compared to their counterparts in North America, as told by K plus S group
As told by ICL group, salt coming from Dead sea basin is proved to be costlier for both food grade and technical grade due to the location proximity and the related transportation charges. Logistics is almost double the product price. Hence, choosing a closely located salt suppliers would cut down cost drastically
Similarly, high volumes when sent in full truck load, gets charged the same as the less than container load mostly. It would lead to higher transportation cost per unit in the latter scenario. Hence, purchasing in huge volumes would reduce the cost
Like stated before, contracts and lock in period would prove cost effective even in salt as this is also seasonal product
Last but not the least dealers of big manufacturers also add margin to the product sold, which increases the prices. If possible, buying directly from the manufacturer will have lesser margin
The US manufacturers of Yeast had been analysed to find out that the selection of raw material, and product type chosen for the end use would result in cost effectiveness in yeast procurement
Cost of production of yeast is around USD 0.254/LB for Cream yeast, USD 0.488/LB for Fresh yeast, and USD 1.537/LB for Dry yeast in the USA. Which is again usage of the right yeast in the right product will prove to be cost efficient. Wherever cream yeast can be used,, should be substituted with it as it is the cheapest of all types of yeast
Yeast cost of production varies by 13 - 48% based on the Molasses used. Sugarcane molasses being the least costliest, followed by beet molasses and corn syrup. As sugarcane is an important cost parameter, US Sugar Forecasted to Compare Jan-2021 through Jan-2022, and Sugar sources prices are expected to increase by 6% for Sugarcane. This is majorly due to the rebounce of the sugar market after COVID shutdown, and increased production output
Transportation is accounting to around 7%, 23% and 45% in dry, fresh and cream yeast respectively, to transport from local manufacturing site. Considering the transportation cost and production together, the choice of yeast type has to be made. For example, dry yeast production is costlier, but the transportation cost of it is, the lowest. Importing from Canada to USA would reduce the transportation by 30% on the cost as compared to other options considering the volatile freight forwarding market conditions in The USA currently
In a summary, even though the usual supply chain and procurement methods of existing manufacturers appears to be right, it is certainly disrupted due to the recent COVID 19 situation. Hence, it is best to revisit the choices they make during the selection of product type, supplier, materials used, location of the supplier etc. while making procurement decisions.
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I’ve been focusing on the MA and Pain Management for the past few months so posts here have been scarce. However, there has been some success, a lot of work done (for me) and a lot in the pipeline. Without more ado….
What’s been Baked
An SF/Dystopian story has been longlisted for the James White Award, which was very nice, as I was wondering if I would be able to repeat the success I had with the Orwell Dystopian Fiction prize. Given it had this success, I’m pushing the story elsewhere to see what happens. The Hampshire Writer’s Society at the University of Winchester has a large membership and meets monthly. They also run a themed competition each month. As I was able to attend the last meeting I thought I’d enter this month’s competition, for a story based in an exotic location. With such a large membership (150-200) quality tends to be high, irrespective of the entries received (only 12 this time, I’m afraid) and I was still delighted to come out Highly Commended with the start of something I called ‘The Ochre Trail’. Further, delightfully, I won Faber’s weekly Quickfic flash fiction competition, adding to the success of previous BCU writers who have submitted and either won or become a runner-up. The story can be read on the Faber Academy’s news pages. The ending was particularly appreciated, something I try hard to achieve. Continue reading

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Wouldn't surprise me if we have a limo within every 100 mile (or some odd number) radius of area on the globe. I mean, would they really fly a limo with them everywhere they go?
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Get ready for knight time: ‘Spamalot’ hits Cygnet Theatre stage
If an unassuming little bunny can lay waste to a gang of semi-brave knights (and it definitely can — that rabbit’s dynamite!), a midsize theater company such as Cygnet can manage to take on a sprawling Broadway musical the likes of “Monty Python’s Spamalot.”
All it takes is a little theatrical sleight-of-hand and, of course, a healthy dose of can-do optimism. As the song goes: “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life.”
Four years ago, Cygnet artistic director Sean Murray starred as King Arthur in Moonlight Stage Productions’ local premiere of “Spamalot,” the show derived from the works of those demented Brits in the comedy troupe Monty Python.
That production was more or less a remount of the Tony Award-winning Broadway production; it was directed by longtime cast member Brad Bradley (a protege of original director Mike Nichols), and even used the same sets.
Not long after, says Murray, “I started thinking: ‘I bet that giant show could be corralled into our theater,’” meaning Cygnet’s relatively cozy space in Old Town.
The question was: “How do we get away with a tinier version of that?”
And the answer? To do it as a kind of “children’s fairy-tale pop-up version of the story” — one that goes back to the seat-of-the-pants ethos of Monty Python’s “Flying Circus” TV show, and has a little fun with the winking notion that the musical is too big for the space.
“We’re using a lot more animation in our version than in the original,” Murray says, noting that oddities of scale also will become a kind of running joke in the production, which he is directing himself.
The trick, he says, is to keep a straight face when the gags (and Spam, and homicidal rabbits) are flying all around you.
“The Pythons are so funny because they take all this lunacy very seriously,” he says. “It’s a matter of kind of getting out of the way and letting it do its thing.”
Of course, maybe easier said than done: “It’s hard to play the straight man when you’re a big, honkin’ ham like I am.”
On the ‘Spamalot’ hot seat
You’ll recall that in the movie “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” a sorcerer forces King Arthur and his knights to answer three questions before they can cross the Bridge of Death.
Accordingly, we asked King Arthur (aka “Spamalot” director-star Sean Murray) to Answer We These Questions Three. (In typical pompous Arthurian fashion, he insisted on speaking of himself in the third person.)
What is your name?
Arthur, King of the Brits — as Arthur is constantly telling anybody who will listen.
Arthur is a man who’s looking for knights to join his round table. Arthur feels as though he is doing “The Lion in Winter” (the pulpy James Goldman play about King Henry II). And as he looks around and sees that no one else in this play is doing “The Lion in Winter,” it causes him great confusion. And he’s never quite sure why no one is taking this seriously.
What is your quest?
Arthur has his knights out looking for this grail. I think he thinks he’s looking for the cup that was used at the Last Supper. But eventually he discovers that the grail is something metaphorical. It’s more finding that light — that thing that burns within you and gives you hope and drives you forward. That’s what I think he discovers — that the grail is more than a cup. Or, as he says: “It’s more than a missing mug!”
What … is your favorite color?
Blue. No — yellow!
(Note: Murray was last seen being cast into the Gorge of Eternal Peril.)
“Monty Python’s Spamalot”
When: In previews. Opens Saturday. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays; 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays. Through Aug. 5.
Where: Cygnet Theatre, 4040 Twiggs St., Old Town.
Phone: (619) 337-1525
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The more leisurely tour left at 8:00 a.m. for a tour of the city of Georgetown. The tour started right at the port, as National Geographic Explorer was docked at the sugar terminal. We learned a lot about the sugar industry that used to be one of the major economic drivers for the country. Then we took off for the National Park, where we all had fun pulling grass and feeding the resident West Indian manatees. After that, we went to see the seawall. Georgetown is actually six feet below sea level, and they needed help from the Dutch to construct the right sea defenses.
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Fifteen European club teams will compete in the preliminary round of IWBF Europe’s Champions League this weekend (1st & 2nd February 2019).
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Wow, wow, wow! It’s been quite some time since my last blog post. That’s because I’ve B-U-S-Y! If you are connected with me on Facebook, you would probably know that since being done with my last school assignment submissions, I was working hard on getting Novalatte’s CD ready and done before our CD Release Party on May 29th 2016! There was a lot more administrative things to deal with than I had anticipated when it comes to making a CD (and wanting it to be good…!). I ended up doing the album artwork, which I am quite proud of. Haha! It is us flying away to the moon on our space couch. I don’t know, I just felt that it was fitting to how we are as friends and as a band. Lol!! So apart from that, I had to make sure everything came together in time… Such as the tracks themselves, artwork, mailing the master CD to get copied, making sure I had the rights to have the two cover songs on the album… It was quite the headache and I panicked about getting them done in time! However, it all worked out in the end. :)
About a month prior to the show, I had suddenly lost my voice for no usual reason… I woke up one day with a bit of a sore throat and no voice. That day also happened to be the first band rehearsal for the show… haaa… Week after week, my voice was still gone. It was pretty stressful. However, I was determined and somehow pulled it off at the show! :D Hurray! I bet it was the adrenaline rush in my body for that one hour which enabled me to sing as I normally do. Because I swear that before, during and after the show whenever I was talking, I was having a hard time…
The show was a success and I thank each and every one of you who came to see us, and also to those who were showing your support from afar. ^.^ We are so lucky to have all of you! And I am blessed to have met and got to perform with this wonderful group of guys that I call my friends and bandmates. :) So a big thank you to Jacob, Harrison, Simon & James! I miss you guys so much already… T.T You were wonderful to work with, and taught me SO MUCH that I don’t think I could have grown so much musically in those 2 years if it weren’t for you guys. Love y’all!
Speaking of the show, if you have yet to watch it… Here’s a short video of moments from that night! :D :D :D
If you want to support me & buy the CD, it’s available on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon! [I have physical copies too] Or you can listen to it for free before you decide as well on Spotify [Follow Novalatte!] and Soundcloud! :D
During my last 2 months in Ottawa, I had also decided to take up beginner violin lessons. It was so fun! And challenging! I do hope that I can continue to learn it and improve in time… :) I also finally had time to play a bunch of video games! [add me on steam! @harvestmoon7] It was nice to have the time to do things I wanted to do for awhile.
However, soon after that little break after the show, I had to focus on getting ready for my move to Singapore. If you even know me a little, you probably know that I have a LOT of things… like… a LOT! Haha! Not quite the nightmare as it was when I was moving to Canada 4 years ago… But still a bit of a headache. I packed for WEEKS! I had to ship some of my things, and throw away/donate a lot of the rest. Miraculously, during the last week in Ottawa, I managed to pack almost all my remaining things that I knew I needed into two large bags[lots of vacuum packs]! [I also brought tons of things to my brother’s place though… bahahaha] What a stressful time. Amongst all that craziness, I did my best to spend time and meet up with friends and family before my departure…
And BOOM! I arrived in Singapore about a week ago! This is probably one of the craziest 2 months ever!
Sadly, my voice is STILL GONE T.T boohoo!!! I no longer had a sore throat for over a month now, but my voice is still not back yet. AKA I can’t sing :( Sobs… I am drinking a lot of herbal teas and honey water in hopes that it’ll return soon because I gotta work! [not forgetting to mention that I really miss singing!] since the beginning of my loss of voice, I did my best not to sing or strain my voice in any way as much as possible… I even went to see a doctor! A couple people just told me that it is probably because of the crazy amount of stress I’ve been under lately that I’ve not been able to fully recuperate. I believe that is probably why it’s taking so long… Hopefully it will be back soon, after I can finally REALLY RELAX for a while… [Haven’t quite gotten the chance to really rest since being back in Singapore.. I’ve been frantically trying to pack, clean and get rid of things in my old childhood bedroom to make room for my things now… haha]
Before I ramble on any longer, I definitely hope to blog more again now that I am starting to settle in here and catch a bit more of a break. Hope to meet many of you old friends soon too! Slowly but surely it’ll happen. Hehe. I look forward to the future and the many things to come. It’s good to be back. :)
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Brothers Damien and Tourie Escobar a/k/a Nuttin’ But Stringz are everything the music game’s been missing. Armed with classical sounds of the violin —yes, violins—retro-fitted with Hip-Hop and Rock beats, the South Jamaica, Queens natives bring a sophisticated twist to the musical landscape.
With their music leading the way, the Escobar brothers are simultaneously seeing their brand become a global phenomenon—already Nuttin’ But Stringz (NBS) won a pair of Emmy Awards, scored feature films, released a platinum album; and they’re only just getting started.
“We perform like Rock stars,” explains Damien, 26, the younger sibling by two years. ”We call it Urban because it has that Hip-Hop feel; we have the groove from the street. It has a heavy Classical undertone. The perfect marriage, we call it Urban Rock.” The old adage says you need to crawl before you can walk. Well NBS have paid enough dues that they are now in a full on sprint.
The duo formally formed Nuttin’ But Stringz in 2003 and then took their performances from subway platforms to the Amateur Night at the Apollo Stage in 2005. A lengthy run at the world famous Apollo got them a write up in the New York Daily News, which led to an appearance on The Today Show, which led to appearances on The Ellen Degeneres Show and the Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Maybe just as amazing is that Nuttin’ But Stringz’ television appearances to that point—as many as 30 in 2005 alone—were all secured while the group was still an unsigned act. NBS managed to perform at the White House (which led to their two Emmy Awards in 2008), and Sony Japan picked up their album ‘Struggle from the Subway to the Charts’. Re-released overseas in 2008, the album would go platinum in Japan and eventually platinum stateside as well. The album’s epic lead single, “Thunder,” was licensed and used in a number of commercials.
NBS was asked to audition for the third season of NBC’s reality/talent series America’s Got Talent. NBS would settle in for a long run on the show, eventually placing third. With even more national visibility from the show, NBS would perform for the 2008 Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama and for the Prince of Dubai, aswell as appear on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars.


After years of anticipation, President Biden is poised to wipe out trillions of dollars in student loan debt. We’ll also look at climate-related savings and an IRS security review.
But first, we’ve got bad news for foes of the spotted lantern fly.
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White House to announce student loan cancellation
The White House is expected to announce on Wednesday a plan to cancel a chunk of student loan debt, in addition to an extension of the existing payment pause, three sources with knowledge of the situation told The Hill.
Sources said President Biden’s intended measure will include at least $10,000 in loan forgiveness for borrowers who make less than $125,000 annually, as well as another payment freeze for roughly four months.
- The $10,000 figure would be the largest forgiveness of federal student loans per individual to date.
- But it would be less than what advocates and some Democratic lawmakers have been demanding, which has ranged from $50,000 per borrower to total cancellation.
- The move comes as the Aug. 31 deadline for the White House to extend a student loan freeze rapidly approaches.
Alex Gangitano and Hanna Trudo have the details here.
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Here’s how a $10K student loan forgiveness plan would affect millions
President Biden is expected to cancel up to $10,000 in student loan debt per federal borrower earning less than $125,000 annually on Wednesday, holding true to a campaign promise and relieving millions of their student debt burdens.
- If the president’s plan moves forward, he could potentially eliminate loan balances for around 15 million people, which accounts for about one-third of all U.S. student loan borrowers.
- These Americans will see their monthly payments go away and the U.S. will simultaneously lower its $1.7 trillion outstanding student loan balance.
The decision will still leave 30 million borrowers on the hook for the remainder of their balances, some potentially seeing little movement in their monthly payments when the moratorium reaches its expected end.
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Climate law could reduce costs associated with emissions up to $1.9 trillion: OMB
The Inflation Reduction Act, the tax and climate bill President Biden signed into law last week, could reduce the costs from climate-related damages by up to $1.9 trillion, according to an analysis by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
The analysis published Tuesday is based on three models crafted by Rhodium Group and Princeton University. They found the law’s climate provisions could potentially cut up to 1 billion annual metric tons of carbon dioxide by the end of the decade, nearly meeting the White House target of cutting emissions in half relative to 2005 by 2030.
- Meeting these projections could reduce financial damages from climate impacts by between $700 billion and $1.9 trillion up to 2050, the analysis found.
- The savings would also come in the form of reduced property damage from climate disaster, fewer negative health impacts and fewer energy costs associated with hotter temperatures.
- The numbers do not include any potential benefits to other parts of the economy, which could produce further reductions in emissions, OMB said.
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IRS to conduct security review following GOP attacks, online threats
The IRS announced on Tuesday that it would conduct a large-scale security review of its operations and facilities after becoming the target of attacks both online and from congressional Republicans over $80 billion in funding allocated to the agency under the Inflation Reduction Act.
“In recent days, there has been an abundance of misinformation and false social media postings, some of them with threats directed at the IRS and its employees. We are aware of these concerning messages, and I want to assure you that your safety is and will continue to be my top priority,” IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig wrote in a Tuesday message to employees obtained by The Hill.
- The security review will consist of measures including “monitoring perimeter security, designations of restricted areas, exterior lighting, security around entrances to our facilities and other various protections.”
- It comes after Republicans have made the additional IRS funding a sticking point in their midterm campaign message, warning that it would lead to a flurry of new audits.
Tobias Burns has more here.
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Minority home owners are losing wealth because of an appraisal process that doesn’t provide them with the true value of their homes and properties, Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge says in a new interview.
Here’s what else we have our eye on:
- More than 100 congressional Democrats signed a letter Tuesday urging the Biden administration to extend a key waiver for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, which forgives student loan debt for those who work in public service or other qualifying jobs.
- Barre Seid, a secretive electronics magnate, has reportedly donated a record $1.65 billion to a new conservative nonprofit led by Federalist Society co-chairman Leonard Leo.
That’s it for today. Thanks for reading and check out The Hill’s Finance page for the latest news and coverage. We’ll see you tomorrow.
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30-minute panel discussion by academics at the University of Leeds and external partner organisations, including LGBTQ+ Field Network, highlighting key findings and the training toolkits developed through the ESRC LSSI Impact Acceleration Award project Pride in the Field: Promoting Inclusive Fieldwork Spaces for LGBTQ+ Workers in Research, Policy and Practice. This will be followed by a 60-minute participatory discussion with audience members, inviting them to reflect on the toolkits, what works from their perspective, what is missing, and how they might implement the toolkits in their own work.
This event focuses on the challenges LGBTQ+ researchers face in field settings, and will set out recommendations for best practice to encourage organisations, practitioners and institutions to be more proactive in promoting LGBTQ+ inclusive fieldwork.
Dr Martin Zebracki, University of Leeds; Aydan Greatrick, University of Leeds; Sarah Bennet, LGBTQ+ Field Network; invited participants from LGBT STEM Network.
This event is open to participants working on LGBTQ+ inclusion at institutions and organisations and in contexts of advocacy and activism. The event organisers welcome expressions of interest from others outside these settings to participate.
The event will be of greater interest to those working in organisations, institutions and advocacy, campaign or human rights groups with some link to fieldwork and which particularly operate in, and battle, contexts that can be LGBTQ+ phobic. The focus will be on promoting safety and inclusion for LGBTQ+ research personnel and students in field settings, as well as exploring key recommendations of interest to those working on equality, diversity and inclusion.
If you would like to register your interest in this event please contact Aydan Greatrick on: firstname.lastname@example.org by Friday 26th November.
Building a more inclusive city through kindness and compassion – a multi-stakeholder dialogue
18 November 2021 | 15.00-17.00
Celebrity Activism: Marcus Rashford to Jack Monroe – Using Fame to Create Social Change
22 November 2021 | 16.30-17.30
Young People Creating Change: ‘93% Club’ and ‘Diversity in Development’
25 November 2021 | 16.30-17.30
Land Laws and Climate Change: An Accelerated Grab for Indigenous Land in the 21st Century
29 November 2021 | 16.30-17.30

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By DAWN PROSSER
Director of Communications
“The Camino is commonly referred to as a journey that is a metaphor for life. You meet and journey with different people for an hour, day, week or entire month, some never to see again. You do not go backwards. We understand pain, joy, gratitude and live an entire life cycle along the way,” Danielle (Dani) Fennessy wrote of her Camino de Santiago pilgrimage this summer.
The Sioux City Mater Dei parishioner and administrative assistant for the diocesan Catholic Schools and Faith Formation Offices traveled to France and Spain to make the 31-day, spiritual journey with her younger sister, Mary.
The Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James) is a series of pilgrim routes across Europe which culminate at the tomb of St. James in Santiago de Compostela in Galicia in northwest Spain. This pilgrimage has been in existence for an estimated 1,000-plus years. A monastery was built on the site of St. James’ tomb and pilgrims began to visit once they learned miracles were occurring there.
As there are several Camino routes, the Fennessy sisters took the Camino Frances, departing from St. Jean Pied de Port in France. They walked a total of 790 kilometers or about 490 miles to Compostela, Spain to reach the monastery. The sisters walked for six to seven hours daily covering about 15 miles each day. The long walks provided time for prayer and contemplation as the young women walked separately.
“For me, it was a lot of virtue growth and like a form of intercessory prayer, offering up a lot of the sufferings and the pains of walking six hours a day going up the hills and mountains and having blisters. It also really drew me, just like walking through pastureland drew me to Christ as a shepherd,” she said.
Her younger sister described her prayer and contemplation during the journey as it was like “Jesus walking alongside her the entire time.”
It was during middle school when Fennessy first thought about walking the Camino. Last year a friend resurrected the idea with her. Once on the Camino, she was surprised to learn that not all the Camino pilgrims were on a spiritual journey.
“I was kind of shocked by the amount of people who were not Catholic doing it (for secular reasons) because for me, that was always the point of going on the Camino,” she pointed out. “I would say I met more younger people who were doing it as a Catholic pilgrimage.”
Many of the pilgrims were in their 50s or older, taking a break from work or desiring a break from their daily life.
“You would always ask people where they’re from and why they’re walking the Camino before you found out their name,” Fennessy said.
Although she had “trained’ for the month-long journey by walking distances of up to 14 miles in “flat Iowa,” the pilgrim said the first day, which was through the Pyrenees Mountains, presented a physical challenge she did not expect.
“It was just the first day and it was so extremely difficult and hard. I (thought) if this is how every day is going to be, I give up - immediately,” she said.
However, the pilgrim was able to focus on her faith and blessings despite the difficulty. A survivor of mesothelioma, during the climb she compared the trials to her former cancer treatments.
“There were four hills so I said each one will be a round of chemo - I had four - but the hills just kept coming and so I told myself this is the sanctifying grace so that others don’t have rounds of chemo,” she wrote.
Fennessy explained the difficult climb provided a spiritual breakthrough to guide her through the next 30 days of her journey.
“My prayer was, ‘Lord, I’m unable to do this right now. You have to help me.’ And if I hadn’t had that moment, I don’t think I would have ever grown along the Camino…the prayers were just so pure and honest. I don’t know if I’ve ever had such honest prayers,” the pilgrim said.
The journey includes two other high peaks along the Camino Francis Way –the Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross) and the O Cebreiro. Fenessy said the trek to each peak was different from the other geographically and spiritually.
The Cruz de Ferro is the highest elevation of the Camino “and the easiest to get to.” After the physically demanding climb on the first day, Fennessy feared another difficult climb similar to the Pyrenees experience. However, it was a beautiful day and easy climb.
Pilgrims bring a rock to leave at the foot of the Cruz de Ferro as a sign of “your intention of why you’re walking and this is something that (secular pilgrims) do, too. They don’t fully realize what they’re doing.”
“The rock is meant to symbolizes what a pilgrim brought on the Camino, then they leave it behind at the cross and move forward without the burden. I’ve carried a rock I brought from Sioux City - St Luke’s Hospital - to lay at the base of the cross,” she wrote in her blog, noting St. Luke’s is where she received her cancer diagnosis. (She celebrated her first anniversary of remission on day 19 of the Camino.)
As is the Camino custom, the traveler who leaves their stone at the Cruz de Ferro leaves their burdens behind. Fennessy was no exception.
Fennessy was so struck by the experience on the mountain that she included her reflections in her blog for friends, family and coworkers back in the United States.
“But outside of myself, I was more struck by just all of the metaphorical baggage everyone is carrying and how important it is to lay it down at the feet of Jesus. All these people on the Camino searching and adventuring and haven’t met Jesus and walked past this cross,” she wrote. “The thousands of rocks and all of those who don’t know and just walk past. All of this baggage that all of us are carrying and we literally just have to put it down at the cross.”
Three weeks into the journey, the pilgrims tackled the third and final high peak of the Camino - O Cebreiro. Fennessy wrote in her blog that it was “a challenging mountain to climb,” but fulfilling.
“If every day on the Camino was like that day, I could do that day over and over and over again. It was just absolutely beautiful,” she said, noting she was renewed from reaching the peak and had the energy to keep walking. “We were just overfilled with joy and just so happy to be on it…It was like the redemption of the first day when it was so rough.”
Above, worn out shoes of the Camino pilgrims. Right, Dani and Mary Fennessy.
Above right, Dani places a symbolic stone at the foot of the Cruz de Ferro or Iron Cross. Top, Dani on a mountain hike on the Camino.
Aside from hiking up three mountains, the Camino pilgrims walked through varied areas including roads, through forests, through towns and through farmland. However, most of the journey was walking on gravel roads and paths.
Encountering many other walkers on the Camino, the sisters made many friends from around the world. However, Fennessy said she usually met her sister and the other pilgrims in the towns along the journey.
Once they selected the town where they would stop for the night, they would stay in albergues or hostels for pilgrims. The albergues are similar to dormitories with kitchens and common spaces.
“We were up by 5 a.m. every day and walking by 5:30 a.m. or 6. We were in town by noon or 1 p.m. for lunch. Then you take a nap and do your laundry,” the pilgrim explained, noting they would often have supper with the other travelers at night.
The sisters each carried a backpack with two spare sets of clothing, three pairs of socks, a pair of sandals for the showers and evenings, toiletries, a towel, first aid and a blanket that served as a sleeping bag. Some days, they would carry water and snacks.
After walking an average of 15 miles per day, Fennessy dealt with sore muscles, sore feet, some pain and many blisters.
Church of Santiago
After nearly 500 miles and 31 days of walking on now worn-out shoes, the sisters and their traveling companions reached the Church of Santiago (Church of St. James).
“We woke up at 4:45 a.m. and arrived in Santiago around 10 a.m. We stopped at a cafe outside of town and marched in as a group of (about) 20 people. We wanted to finish as one big group,” Fennessy wrote in her blog. “Mass was at noon and the afternoon was spent shopping and sitting in the Santiago square watching the pilgrims come in. It is still surreal that I have finished walking. It’s honestly anticlimactic arriving in the square.”
Encountering the Camino with their fellow pilgrims was one of the best parts of the experience for Fennessy and her sister. However, it was difficult to say goodbye as each went their separate ways. Some went home and others continued their journey to Finisterre on the Atlantic coast, at a spot named Edge of the World.
“Mary and I took a car to Finisterre with friends we met and it’s been a good afternoon of reflection. I felt St. James’ presence as I stood at the ‘edge of the world’ and great joy to be able to stand where he once traveled to evangelize,” Fennessy wrote on June 21, her last day of walking. “’Consider it pure joy my brothers and sisters when you face trials of any kind.’ James 1:2.”


For Formula 1 fans, the period between March and November holds a special place on the calendar. Beginning with the Australian Grand Prix in the spring and ending with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in the fall, is the time when fans have the chance to see their favorite Formula 1 cars in action.
These nine months are also when fans of another type of speed machine have a chance to see their favorite machines in action ... it is prime air show season. With 325 displays of high-tech aviation put on by groups such as the U.S. Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron, commonly referred to as the Blue Angels, taking place across the United States and Canada during those months each year - aviation fans are in their glory.
But while these cars and planes may seem to be completely separate pastimes, a Formula 1 racing car and a fighter jet have more in common than one might think.
How? Take a look at six attributes that connect both of those speed machines:
One of the main things Formula 1 cars and fighter jets have in common is that their engines are designed to produce tremendous amounts of thrust, far more than their civilian counterparts. And not only do these engines need to be powerful, they need to be light, compact and reliable as well.
Although the specific design of a Formula 1 car’s engine is a closely guarded secret, these engines typically rev to about 18,000 rpms, about three times that of the family car, while pushing out an estimated 800 horsepower. Tops speeds are in the range of 185 mph.
Likewise, the engines of a military fighter jet are designed to far outperform those of a passenger plane. The F/A-18 Hornet, for example, counts on its twin engines to achieve top speeds of 1,190 mph, twice the typical 600-mph cruising speed of a passenger jet. The Hornet serves as the main aircraft of the Blue Angels.
Aerodynamics is a critical factor in the design of both Formula 1 cars and fighter jets. Both machines incorporate body designs modeled after a bird’s wing to minimize drag, with one key difference. While the wings of a fighter jet are designed to generate lift by creating a difference in air flow over the two sides of the wing, the wings and body of a Formula 1 car are designed to create a downward force that keeps the car on the ground. Without careful wing design a fighter jet would drop like a rock, while a Formula 1 car would go airborne at high speeds.
Carbon fiber body
Along with aerodynamics, designers of both fighter jets and Formula 1 cars are concerned with managing weight. Both machines minimize their weight by incorporating a body manufactured with lightweight carbon fiber that can be 10 times stronger than steel.
The shell or monocoque of a Formula 1 car is manufactured primarily of carbon fiber up to 60 layers thick in places, with dense panels covering a light honeycomb structure. Likewise, the wings of the F/A-18 Hornet incorporates carbon fiber skin over a lightweight frame. The material’s strength-to-weight ratio is unsurpassed, and carbon fiber panels can be spun over a mold, making it easy to manufacture specific shapes.
Because the complex systems of both Formula 1 cars and fighter jets call for multiple lightning-fast decisions on factors such as fuel flow and wing angle, both machines rely on computers to manage these decisions. In addition, electronic sensors in both machines measure crucial funcitions, like oil pressure and engine temperature, making adjustments as necessary. Not only do electronics manage these systems to ensure maximum performance, they also record this information and transmit it to the support team. This data enables the team to keep an eye out for problems and provide ideas on how to improve future operations.
Most of us are aware that a fighter jet can generate forces several times that of gravity, especially as these magnificent machines scream toward the heavens. The fighter pilot is experiencing a force of 4 gs or more, depending on the type of maneuver. In other words, a pilot weighing 150 pounds can temporarily feel as if he or she weighs 600 pounds or more. Excessive g-forces on a body can interrupt the flow of blood to the brain, causing a pilot to lose consciousness.
Like a fighter jet pilot, a Formula 1 driver can experience forces of 3.5 gs or even greater. The key difference is, that while the fighter jet pilot experiences g-forces vertically–from head to toe, the Formula 1 driver experiences those forces horizontally–from side-to-side–primarily when cornering.
When talking about the similarities and differences between fighter jets and Formula 1 cars, a frequent debate involves how a fighter jet pilot would fare behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car, and vice versa. Although it hasn’t yet been put to a test, the basic requirements of the job are essentially the same. Drivers and pilots both need to have the ability to make split-second decisions while traveling at insane rates of speed, all while being subjected to tremendous physical stress.


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Its a sad day in the Costello house. Where there should be a delicious Chocolate Orange cake as part of the Clandestine Cakealong, we have ‘Not Well Soup’. I do admit I’m feeling better now but cakes definitely weren’t on the agenda last week.
I can offer some delicious soup though – I did a trial run of this recipe last week. Perhaps I was tempting fate, knowing I would end up ill.
Seriously though, this is very delicious and tasty. I bought a huge bag of red lentils from Costco a few weeks ago so be prepared for more lentils recipes coming soon.
Sweet Potato, Lentil & Chilli Soup
- 1 small onion - Chopped finely if you are not using a soup maker
- 4 Sweet Potatoes
- 100 g Red Lentils
- 1 red chilli finely chopped - with or without seeds depending on how spicy you like your soup or 1 tsp hot Chilli Powder
- 150 ml water plus more to simmer the lentils & cook the Sweet Potatoes
- 1 tsp veg stock or 1 veg stock cube
- Double cream to serve Optional - I don't like it
- Place the red lentils in a small pan and cover with water - Simmer for 20 mins. Drain & remove any froth.
- Peel & Chop the Sweet Potatoes into 1 inch chunks. Cook in boiling water until soft.
- Sautee the onions until soft - they don't need to be allowed to go brown.
- Add the Sweet Potatoes, Lentils, Chilli, water and veg stock all at once to the onions and bring to the boil.
- Leave to simmer with the lid on for approx 10-15 mins.
- Blend until smooth and serve.
Am back in the kitchen with my baking head firmly on so Chocolate Orange Cake coming very soon!


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Sheridan County commissioners have appointed Beth White of Ranchester to fill a vacancy on the county fair association board of directors.
The action came during Tuesday's county commission meeting. Commission Chairman Terry Cram in comments after the meeting said White is from a family of long-time ranchers in the area. He added her father, Bill, is a former member of the fair board.
In other action Tuesday, commissioners authorized the chairman to sign annual statement of income and expenses for the fiscal year that ended on June 30. The statement shows that total income for the county was down slightly from budget projections for the year. The county projected income of just over $21.3 million, but took in just over $21.15 million. But the county received more revenues from sales and severance taxes than anticipated for the year.
Expenses were slightly less than budgeted for the year. The county had budgeted just under $22.6 million but actually spent only $20.2 million.
During the public comment portion of the meeting, commissioners heard from Tamy Green, who showed a video prepared by her daughter in an effort to raise awareness about suicide and suicide prevention.


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‘The idea of the separation of powers has been subjected to criticism and competition ever since it first came to be during the upheaval of the English Civil War. In recent years the case has once again been stated that the idea of the separation of powers has lost its significance in a globalised world, with a power constellation in which the distinctions between different types of “powers” have blurred and even so-called constituted power holders have become more and more diffuse. Yet even its fiercest opponents cannot deny that the idea of the separation of powers as a theory of government has, in the words of M.J.C. Vile, “in modern times, been the most significant, both intellectually and in terms of its influence upon institutional structures”.
The idea of the separation of powers reached its zenith in the United States and France in the late 19th century. In the two centuries that separate us from this zenith, the doctrine has suffered almost endless criticism, but endured nonetheless. The tenacity of the idea of the separation of powers is partly due to the fact that it is still widely held to be a procedural and institutional prerequisite for providing the state and its laws with legitimacy. It was, and is, considered by many a guarantor of liberty, in the absence of which power cannot be legitimately exercised.
However, both democratic legitimacy and the separation of powers as concepts have very much evolved alongside the state and over the last decades the state has been giving up ground to other power holders. This brings up the question of whether the combination of these concepts is still viable outside a traditional state context, and if so, in what form? This is the central question the current volume seeks to answer.’
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Bradford Woods issues alerts about solicitations, tree removal
Bradford Woods officials have issued an alert to residents informing them that an environmental advocacy group will be canvassing residents in the borough.
The PennEnvironment Research and Policy Center has obtained a permit from the Northern Regional Police Department to distribute flyers titled “ Wildlife Over Waste ,” which warns of the dangers posed to wildlife when plastics such as cups, bags, containers, cutlery and other items are not disposed of properly.
A second flyer titled “Protect Pittsburgh from Dangerous Air Pollution,” which discusses the dangers to public health posed by air pollution, also will be distributed.
A second alert was issued this week reminding residents that it is the responsibility of homeowners to remove trees from their property that pose a hazard to people or property.
The alert urged residents to contact the borough if they become aware of a tree that might pose a problem. To report a tree, residents should include the complete address of the property on which it is located, the exact location of the hazardous tree, photos of the tree and contact information for the person filing the report.
Tony LaRussa is a Tribune-Review staff writer. Reach him at 724-772-6368 or email@example.com or via Twitter @TonyLaRussaTrib.