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ATTLEBORO, Mass. — A Massachusetts woman charged with stealing $40,000 worth of gold from her employer to pay for her sick mother’s medical expenses has avoided jail.

The Sun Chronicle reports that 40-year-old Carmelita Francis on Thursday pleaded to sufficient facts for a guilty finding on larceny charge and was sentenced to two years of probation and 20 hours of community service. The case was continued without a finding, meaning the charge will be dismissed if she stays out of legal trouble during probation.

Prosecutors say Francis stole gold discs manufactured for the U.S. Mint while working at an Attleboro precious metals manufacturer. The gold was recovered at a Rhode Island pawn shop.

Her lawyer said his client is a widow motivated by love for her dying mother in the Philippines, not by greed.

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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Wayne Taylor had a big decision to make when his son left his race team to drive for Roger Penske.

He needed a replacement for Ricky Taylor who has an aggressive driving style that matched that of his oldest son and complemented co-driver Jordan Taylor.

Wayne Taylor Racing selected Dutch driver Renger van der Zande with full confidence he could help the team repeat its success from last year when the organization won the Rolex 24 at Daytona and the IMSA championship. He proved to be the right choice Thursday after van der Zande put the No. 10 Cadillac on the pole at Daytona International Speedway.

“These guys, they expect a lot from you,” van der Zande said of his new team. “I can only thank Wayne Taylor that he chose me as a teammate for Jordan. Being here feels incredible and I didn’t expect to grab this pole. I was over the moon, I can tell you that.”

The lap at 1 minute, 36.083 seconds gives Wayne Taylor Racing drivers van der Zande, Jordan Taylor and Ryan Hunter-Reay the top starting spot in the twice-round-the-clock endurance race that begins Saturday afternoon. It was also good enough to beat the Team Penske organization that Ricky Taylor joined.

“We didn’t think pole was within our grasp,” Wayne Taylor admitted. “Somebody asked me if Renger is going to be faster, and I said, ‘All I have to do is ask Jordan what he thinks.’ And he (Jordan) said, ‘He’s quick.’ And he was right. It’s nice to be on the pole, but it only counts on Sunday.”

The team celebrated atop the podium last year and collected Rolex watches for Jordan Taylor, Ricky Taylor and endurance race addition Jeff Gordon. Now the lineup has had a complete makeover, but the team is chasing the same results.

It’s a thrill for van der Zande, who only moved to the prototype class last season and then got picked to join Taylor’s championship-winning team.

Helio Castroneves got the qualifying nod over Ricky Taylor, and thought he had the pole after a lap at 1:36.090. He was sitting inside his Acura on pit road watching van der Zande’s lap when he saw he’d been beat and dropped his head in dejection.

“To be snatching that pole is just a bit of luck,” van der Zande said. “It’s all new. You try your best and we made quite a bit of changes before qualifying. This team knows what it takes. For me, I just try. But this has given such a boost for my confidence, and the team, they placed a guy in there for qualifying who can do the job. It’s a really nice moment for all of us.”

Two-time Formula One champion Fernando Alonso qualified 13th out of 17 prototype cars. Alonso is making his debut in major sports car racing and team owner Zak Brown has cautioned that Alonso’s Ligier LMP2 doesn’t have the same speed as the Cadillacs or Acuras.

“This was the least important qualifying of my life,” Alonso said. “On Saturday we have 24 hours. The qualifying was not the key part of the weekend.”

Jan Magnussen led Corvette Racing to the pole in the GT Le Mans class by edging Joey Hand of Chip Ganassi Racing. Daniel Serra drove a Ferrari from Spirit of Race to the GT Daytona pole. He bettered Risi Competizione, another Ferrari program.

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LAPEER, Mich. — A Michigan woman charged with murder in the stabbing death of her adult son who had cerebral palsy is awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty but mentally ill.

Lapeer County Prosecutor Michael Sharkey confirmed to The Flint Journal that Tamara Leonard’s plea was accepted last month ahead of a scheduled jury trial in Lapeer County Circuit Court. Sentencing for the 60-year-old Otter Lake woman is scheduled Feb. 26.

Sheriff’s officials say a 911 call was made in August 2016 from a woman who said she had stabbed herself and someone else. Deputies found Tamara Leonard and 24-year-old Theron Leonard inside the home about 60 miles (97 kilometers) northwest of Detroit.

Theron Leonard was rushed to a hospital, but later died. Tamara Leonard, who was her son’s caregiver, recovered from her wounds.

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YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan — U.S. Vice President Mike Pence is pouring cold water on the warming ties between North and South Korea just as the two still-warring countries are joining up to compete together in the Winter Olympics.

Making his way to Pyeongchang to lead the U.S. delegation to Friday’s opening ceremonies, Pence has embarked on a set of symbolic visits designed to draw attention to the North’s terrible human rights record and nuclear aggression. With determined rhetoric — and the promise of more “aggressive” economic sanctions against the North — Pence is looking to refocus American allies on the North Korean threat.

“We will not allow North Korea to hide behind the Olympic banner the reality that they enslave their people and threaten the wider region,” Pence said Wednesday after meetings with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo.

Pence arrives in Seoul on Thursday for meetings with President Moon Jae-in just as South Korea seizes on the games for a diplomatic opening with the North, including the first visit of North Korea’s ruling family since the end of the 1950-53 Korean War. Aides say the vice president is advancing a counter message, using the games as an opportunity for the South and the broader international community to exert what President Donald Trump has termed “maximum pressure” against the North.

Before departing for Korea, Pence announced that the U.S. would unveil in coming days “the toughest and most aggressive round of economic sanctions on North Korea ever.”

He also ratcheted up his rhetoric on the North’s human rights abuses in a speech to U.S. service members at Yokota Air Base in Japan.

“As we speak, an estimated 100,000 North Korean citizens labor in modern-day gulags,” Pence said Thursday before departing Japan. “Those who dare raise their voices in dissent are imprisoned, tortured and even murdered, and their children and grandchildren are routinely punished for their family’s sins against the state.”

Pence toured joint U.S. and Japanese operations centers at the U.S. base that monitor and react to crises on the peninsula and the region at large. He told troops to “be vigilant,” warning against falling for the North’s diplomatic overtures. “We are ready for every eventuality,” he added.

Pence’s strenuous efforts to highlight the threat from the North and its treatment of its people present a dilemma for Moon. The South Korean leader has long advocated engagement with Pyongyang and sees the Olympics as an opportunity to quell tensions that have escalated over its nuclear program. He has limited room to maneuver as his guest from Washington strongly criticizes the North and emphasizes the need to crank up the pressure campaign.

U.S. officials declined to offer details on the expected new sanctions beyond Pence’s comments, citing concerns that any additional information could be used by those trying to skirt the new measures. They are expected to be implemented before the conclusion of the games.

North Korea already is facing unprecedented sanctions after three U.N. Security Council restrictions in the past year that have slashed the pariah nation’s export revenue and capped fuel imports. Unilaterally, the U.S. has also targeted North Korean shipping companies and Chinese trading networks. A potential escalation of sanctions could be the U.S. blacklisting Chinese banks accused of providing North Korea access to the international financial system and facilitating sanctions evasion.

Administration officials said they had long expected the North would seek to use the Olympics, taking place just 50 miles from the heavily-mined demilitarized zone, as an opportunity to put a softer face on the regime, and painted Pence’s visit as a counterbalance to those efforts. At the same time, the vice president has deliberately left the door open to a possible encounter with North Korean officials expected to be in attendance.

On Wednesday, the North announced that Kim Yo Jong, the sister of dictator Kim Jong-un, would attend the games, joining the country’s nominal head of state, Kim Yong Nam.

Pence pledged that his message in any potential interaction would include the same point he has been making publicly: that the North must renounce its nuclear weapon and missile programs.

In Washington, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis told reporters Wednesday that Pence is “quite capable of making the call” on whether to meet with North Korean officials at the Olympics. Asked if war with North Korea is closer than when Trump took office a year ago, Mattis said U.S. policy is “firmly in the diplomatic lane,” as shown by agreement among world powers to increase sanctions. He added that the policy is backed by “viable military options.”

Pence began his trip with a visit to Alaska, where he received a briefing on the U.S. missile defense system with U.S. Northern Command and highlighted the upcoming deployment of an additional 20 ground-based interceptors that will be ready to respond to a North Korean launch. In Japan, Pence watched Japanese troops demonstrate the simulated deployment of Japan’s surface-to-air missile defense system, which would attempt to intercept a North Korean missile. He also participated in a briefing at Japan’s Ministry of Defense on the threat.

Abe echoed Pence’s comments through a translator, urging countries “not to be lured by the charm offensive of North Korea.” Abe added that the U.S. and Japan are “100 percent on the same page” on North Korean policy. The U.S., Japan, and South Korea are set to hold trilateral talks later this week

In South Korea, Pence will meet Friday morning with North Korean defectors as he pays respects at the Cheonan Memorial in Seoul, which honors the 46 South Korean sailors killed in a 2010 torpedo attack attributed to the North.

Pence’s personal guest at the games will be Fred Warmbier, the father of Otto Warmbier, an American who died last year days after his release from captivity in North Korea.

Associated Press writer Matthew Pennington in Washington contributed to this report.


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MCDERMITT, Nev. — A northern Nevada man has been arrested as a suspect in a double homicide on a tribal reservation along the Nevada-Oregon line.

Humboldt County Sheriff Mike Allen says Stoney Prior of McDermitt originally was taken into custody on unrelated tribal charges the day of the Jan. 31 killings at a home on the Fort McDermitt Reservation about 75 miles north of Winnemucca.

He says investigators for his office, the FBI and the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs subsequently developed probable cause and charged him with murder.

The victims have been identified as 40-year-old Amy Hinkey and 31-year-old Adeline Sam.

It’s not clear if Prior has a lawyer or will be appointed one at a pending court appearance.

No other details have been released.

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WASHINGTON — The last time Sen. Rand Paul was in the news for a scuffle, it involved a neighbor who allegedly tackled him in his yard over a lawn dispute. Thursday night, the Kentucky Republican took on the entire U.S. Senate — and rather than fisticuffs, his weapons of choice were obstinacy and the chamber’s weird rules.

With the clock ticking toward a midnight government shutdown, the 55-year-old lawmaker, ophthalmologist and veteran Senate pest made himself the sole obstacle to his chamber’s quick passage of legislation keeping federal agencies open.

The measure — which would shower the Pentagon and domestic programs with around $400 billion in new spending — was destined for overwhelming Senate approval, no matter what Paul did.

But the libertarian, failed 2016 GOP presidential contender and “wacko bird” — a moniker an angry Sen. John McCain gave him years ago — said “I object” when Senate leaders tried speeding a vote on the measure. Under the chamber’s rules, senators were looking at likely votes on the massive legislation beginning at 1 a.m. Friday.

“I didn’t come up here to be part of somebody’s club. I didn’t come up here to be liked,” said Paul, whose actions during a seven-year Senate career make it likely that many colleagues would silently answer, “Mission accomplished.”

“I’m in a club that says we need to keep the government open,” Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., said on the Senate floor. With Paul standing just a yards away, he said the delays could continue “if we want to go for theater” but said the bill would pass notwithstanding.

Paul said he was demanding a vote on an amendment against breaking spending caps imposed by a bipartisan budget agreement in 2011. He complained the new budget accord would drive up federal deficits — but didn’t mention that he backed a $1.5 trillion tax bill in December that added red ink that was multiples larger than this week’s spending agreement.

“I ran for office because I was critical of President Obama’s trillion-dollar deficits,” he told the chamber’s leaders, who stood silently as he derailed their hopes for an early evening vote. “Now we have Republicans hand-in-hand with Democrats offering us trillion-dollar deficits.” He said he could not “look the other way because my party is now complicit in the deficits.”

Paul said he was asking for a 15-minute debate and then a vote on his amendment, which was certain to lose. He said the 652-page measure was “printed at midnight” and was a bill that “no one has read.”

Paul’s fellow Kentuckian, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., had no intention of caving in, knowing that would inevitably spark demands for amendment votes by other senators. Instead, they offered him a procedural vote, which Paul declined.

“It’s his right, of course, to vote against the bill,” McConnell said around 6 p.m. EST. “But I would argue that it’s time to vote.”

“We’re in risky territory here,” Schumer said, noting that Paul was flirting with a politically damaging government shutdown.

They got nowhere. Neither did No. 2 Senate GOP leader John Cornyn of Texas, who at 10 p.m. EST tried and failed to get Paul’s consent for votes before 1 a.m. Cornyn said Paul’s objections were “wasting everybody’s time” and said the Kentuckian would “effectively shut down the federal government for no real reason.”

Paul came to the Senate in 2009 after defeating a GOP primary opponent that McConnell had actively supported. The two men have made an effort to work together, and McConnell even backed Paul’s abortive 2016 presidential run.

“We get along fine,” Paul told reporters Thursday. Asked if McConnell was annoyed with him, Paul said: “Not that I know of. I think he takes policy disputes in hand.”

In the Senate, Paul’s libertarian streak has steered him into conflicts with his own party before. He’s opposed indefinite detention of terror suspects by the military, backed President Barack Obama’s restoration of relations with Cuba and waged an 11-hour filibuster in 2015 against renewing a law on government surveillance.

He’s advocated pulling U.S. troops out of Afghanistan and once expressed his opposition in principle to the 1964 Civil Rights Act, though he later said he opposed its repeal.

As for Paul’s famous lawn fight, federal prosecutors said last month they are seeking a 21-month prison sentence for the man they said tackled him in a dispute over a pile of brush. The man, who has said the attack wasn’t politically motivated, has been charged with assaulting a member of Congress.

Associated Press writer Matthew Daly contributed to this report.


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MADISON, Wis. — The Latest on Gov. Scott Walker proposed tax cut (all times local):

11:40 a.m.

Wisconsin Senate Republicans are not yet on board with Gov. Scott Walker’s tax cut proposal for this year.

Walker and Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced a deal Thursday. Families would receive a $100 rebate for each school-aged child living at home. There would also be a sales tax holiday the first weekend of August for purchases under $100.

But Republican Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald isn’t committing to backing the idea yet. He notes that some Republicans have opposed the sales tax holiday before, including in last year’s budget.

He says Republicans will discuss the idea privately on Tuesday. Fitzgerald says discussing how to return money to taxpayers is a good argument to have and he doesn’t want to discount Walker’s proposal outright.

11:15 a.m.

Democrats are blasting Gov. Scott Walker’s proposed child rebate and sales tax holiday as an election year gimmick.

Walker and Assembly Republicans announced a deal Thursday to provide a $100 per-child rebate this July and a sales tax holiday the first weekend of August.

Democratic Sen. Jon Erpenbach says “To me, it’s more of an election year gimmick than anything else.”

The primary is Aug. 14, just days after the tax breaks would be given. Walker stands for re-election in November.

Assembly Democratic Minority Leader Gordon Hintz calls it an “election year bribe.” He says Walker “might as well save money on postage and just hand these checks out at polling places in November.”

Senate Republicans have not yet signed off on the deal.

10:33 a.m.

Families with school-aged children would receive a one-time $100 tax rebate and Wisconsin’s 5 percent sales tax would be waived the first weekend in August under a deal reached with Gov. Scott Walker and Assembly Republicans.

Walker and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced the agreement Thursday. It’s a variation of a tax cut Walker first put forward last month. It’s unclear whether the Senate is on board.

Walker’s call for a one-time child tax rebate to be delivered this summer is unchanged. But instead of having that continue as a tax credit, the new plan would include the sales tax holiday in August.

Sales taxes would be waived for purchases up to $100, with some exceptions.

The tax cuts would be for this year only and come just days before the Aug. 14 primary.


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Q&A with Patricia French, a nurse at PCRMC

Name: Patricia French.
Age: 45.
Hometown: Rolla.
Education: Graduated from Rolla High School in 1987 and graduated from Columbia College with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice administration. I then decided to make a career change and graduated with an AAS in nursing in 2009 and then just recently finished my bachelor's degree in nursing in 2013. My next challenge is to start my master’s degree in nursing.
Family: It will be 19 years of marriage this July to my wonderful and very supportive husband Steven French, and we have one daughter, Shelbi, who will be turning 16 this year. We also have a very large extended family.
Hobbies/other interests: Spending time with my family, walking my dogs, reading, cooking, baking and shopping.
How many years have you been a nurse: In June of 2014, it will be five years.
Why did you decide to become a nurse? I always felt a calling for nursing. No matter what career path I chose, nursing seemed to always be in the back of my mind. After a lot of thinking and praying I made the decision to start nursing school because I wanted to make a positive impact in the lives of others, and I hope to this day I have done just that.
Were/are you inspired by any other nurses? I have been lucky enough to have had the pleasure of meeting some health care professionals who have inspired me, and I hope to one day equal their skill, diligence and passion.
What is the best part of your job? The best part of my job is that I will always have stability and flexibility. There are so many career paths you can take in nursing. It is a very fast paced, high stress environment, however it can be very rewarding and fulfilling too.
What advice would you give to people who may be considering going into nursing? I would say that if you love helping others and if the No. 1 reason you want to become a nurse is because of your compassion, then you should go for it!


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If you know anything about me, you would know that I rarely leave my home without earrings. I mean, I rarely go to the GYM without earrings. It’s a problem, for sure, but I don’t really care at this point in my life, Ha! However, considering I wear earrings all.the.time., I do worry about getting saggy earlobes later in my life. So, with this worry about getting saggy earlobes, but wanting fabulous earrings, it proves to be a problem at times when I’m shopping, because all the fabulous earrings have substantial weight to them. First world problems, I know. I mean, how ridiculous that I’m even taking the time to write about this, right? I do have a point…Lovable Lobes - lightweight earrings

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The color selection and shape variety are enough to fit anyone. If you like simple, she has that. If you like more extravagant (like metallic and fun colors), she has that. They are simple, fantastic and lightweight. I couldn’t be happier! As you can see, I’m completely addicted…

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Hutki ShiraThe senses get captivated and the soul smiles with glee as it drifts back to my early years, every time, every instance I cook this darling dish, Hutki Shira. “Darling” is not a word, I believe I used before to describe food, but I can’t think of any other word that is more fitting to describe what Hutki Shira is for me.
Hutki ShiraI’m pretty sure everyone has one or a few dishes that have always been there and stay a staple as the years go by. For myself, Hutki Shira is one those dishes, that has been always there and always will Insha Allah. As a child, it was one of the few dishes I ate, I would ask for it all the time, at home and when I visited my gran’s house, I would cry when it would finish and amma wouldn’t cook it again then and there, you could almost say I was obsessed with it. So much so, that it became a part of my identity, my relatives would refer to me as the girl who only eats Hutki Shira and that wasn’t far from being the truth. It was comforting to my soul then and still is now. Even though I don’t eat it as often as I use to, it is something that I turn to when the spirit craves wholesome nourishment.
Hutki ShiraIt’s eaten a lot in my amma’s house and even in my extended family, not just Hutki Shira but Hutki dishes on the whole. And we all love it, so it was quite a shock to find out that Hutki, the dry fermented fish, is actually an acquired taste, even in its own native land, Bangladesh. I know the smell is very pungent and a lot people are deterred by it, but as for myself, it fills me up with warmth and nostalgia.
Hutki ShiraIt was one of the first Bangladeshi dishes I was eager to learn how to cook and it took me some time, as the advice I got varied. Amma said “no union”, but gran said “add a little onion or else how will the broth thicken?”, friends added oil plus oily fish, while I thought “Hutki Shira never has oil in it!”. Thus, my initial attempts never resembled what I grew up eating. However, over the years, I’ve come to know that making Hutki Shira is very simple when it comes to the method, but it does require understanding the balance between the pungent stock that’s made by simmering the Hutki in water and the vegetables you add to it after. The Hutki stock, a leafy green, potatoes and the fish/Prawns are the usual suspects, but after that I don’t know of any rules regarding what other veg you can add. However, my Hutki Shira almost always has the addition of Okra, Aubergine and sweet Red peppers. I have added others, but these are the perfect companions for me. As for the Hutki, I have specified how much I used today, but ultimately it depends on the strength of the Hutki. The batch I have at the moment isn’t as strong as what I’ve had previously so I’m having to use more. I like my Hutki Shira hot, but it’s as delicious with less spice. And lastly, I alternate between using Fish and prawns, but my absolute favourite is using the head of Ayer, cut into small pieces. Today, however, I’ve used prawns as the little ones love their Prawns and aren’t keen my my fish heads. I’ve never tried Hutki Shira with oily fish, but do often use non-oily, firm fleshed fish cutlets, such as Ayer.Hutki Shira

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  1. 30g Hidol Hutki, rinsed
  2. 10g Garlic, crushed
  3. 50g Onion, blended to a puree with 60ml of water
  4. 150g Baby Potatoes, scrubbed and halved
  5. 100g Baby Spinach
  6. 100g Aubergine, cut into bite size pieces
  7. 80g Red Pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  8. 80g Okra, Cut into 1-ich pieces
  9. 10g Red Scotch Bonnet, crushed
  10. 1.5l Freshly boiled water
  11. 1 tbsp. Chilli powder or to taste
  12. 2 tsp. Salt or to taste
  13. 1/8 tsp. Turmeric
  1. Put a 3 litre pot over a low-medium heat and once heated, place the Hutki evenly flat in the dry pot. Dry toast for a few minutes on each side or until the Hutki becomes soft and pungent. Then carefully, add 1 litre of the boiled water, the garlic and bring to a boil over high heat. once boiling, cover with a lid, turn the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes. Then, strain the mixture reserving the stock and setting it aside. You should have approximately 600-650ml of stock. Discard of the bones and the Garlic.
  2. Place the pot back over low heat and add the Onion puree, Salt, Chilli Powder, Turmeric and cook covered for 5 minutes.
  3. Next, stir in the Potatoes, Spinach and mix thoroughly into the onion. Add in the reserved stock plus 350ml of boiled water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Then, cover with a lid, turn the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Now, add the remaining vegetables, Prawns, Scotch Bonnet and cook for a last 10 minutes. Turn the heat off.

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Opera for a Cause returns to Sudbury

By Special to The Star The Sudbury Star

In this file photo, performers rehearse for Opera Gala … Opera for a Cause.

GINO DONATO/THE SUDBURY STAR In this file photo, performers rehearse for Opera Gala … Opera for a Cause.

Shows Nov. 4 and 5 pay tribute to Broadway

Organizers of the Opera for a Cause annual benefit concerts featuring local and guest artists are introducing a new twist to their popular operatic fare this year - Broadway music.

The elegant concerts showcase Northern Ontario's top talent with vocalists, collaborative pianist Charlene Biggs and a chamber orchestra, and will be presented on Saturday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 5 at 2:30 p.m. at St Andrew's Place, 111 Larch St.

Co-producer/ vocalist Tracy Sanmiya said adding Broadway is a response to popular demand.

"After every performance, for the last five years, the audience has said they would love to see our group perform a bit of Broadway too, just to show the diverseness of the talent and range of abilities," Sanmiya said. "Many of us started in jazz and Broadway so it's always fun to 'come home. with our music - and it's so rare to be able to perform such a variety of genres in one concert. It's going to be amazing."

Sanmiya said the gala will continue to maintain the Student Bursary program originated last year.

"The Student Bursary Program was a huge success. I think both the students and the veteran performers benefited from the experience and had a great time. Plus, the audience absolutely loved them. So this year they are not only back but are also featured in their very own number."

This year's five students will be given a small bursary to put towards furthering their musical education. All the other musicians work pro-bono, and have done so since the event's inception. Over the past five years, Opera for a Cause has raised more than $20 000 for its charities, Sudbury's Blue Door Soup Kitchen and the Infant Food Bank.

Tickets to Opera Gala "¦ Opera for a Cause (with a side of Broadway) are $20 general admission and can be purchased at Vrab's Independent Grocer, Jett Landry Music, Long & McQuade or by calling 705-566-8101, ext 7227. Patrons are encouraged to buy their tickets in advance.

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Lawrence County received a $130,000 County Courthouse Restoration Grant for roof restoration at the 1965 courthouse at Walnut Ridge.

The Clover Bend Historic Preservation Association received a $61,750 Historic Preservation Restoration Grant for exterior restoration at the 1837 Clover Bend Gym.

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Music To Our Ears: James Bay, Mumford and Sons and Years & Years

It’s October. Back to school for some of you…sorry the vacation is officially over. I hope you had an amazing summer. I hope it was filled with lots of laughter and love. Now it’s time to get back into full swing. I love the fall. It’s one of my favourite times of the year. I wish our winters in Canada were more like fall and we could skip the whole ice cold part of the year. Look at me talking about the weather…so boring. When the only thing that matters right now is the music. Thanks for sending me your artist(s) of the month choices. It’s nice to discover new music together. Below are a few suggestions that were sent to me by you. Artists that I feel are worthy of getting us into full gear as we approach a new season and a new moon.

James BayChaos and the Calm

His voice, I seriously can’t deal; it’s perfection. It’s like a smooth shot of whiskey. I couldn’t stop playing “Hold Back The River” over and over again. I rarely like a record from front to back, but Chaos and the Calm really resonated with me. I have added it to the soundtrack of my life. Bay will inspire you to get out your old soul records and get back to the heart of why you love music in the first place. If you ever want fall back in love with the art, soul and magic of music, spend an evening listening to Bay. Trust me, when I tell you the soul in his voice will make you want to fall in love again. Who wouldn’t want that?! Love is music.

Notable Songs: Let It Go, Hold Back The River, Scars & If You Ever Want To Be In Love

James Bay Chaos and the Calm

Mumford and SonsWilder Mind

If you are a true Mumford and Sons fan, not just one of those people who liked one song. You will notice that this record is a lot edgier and slightly electro rock. It still maintains some the sonic elements we have grown to know and love about M & S, but it’s a new and progressive direction. By progress I mean, say goodbye to the stomping kick drum and banjo because they have been shelved on this record to make way for synths, electric guitars and drum machines.  A direction that makes songs like Believe so good.  This record shows the different music dimensions M & S are capable of and I am glad they are demonstrating that an artist doesn’t have to be linear. This is the record you will hear in the background during my work days.

Notable Songs: Believe, Ditmas, The Wolf,  & Only Love ( I die for this song!)

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Years & YearsCommunion

There must be something good in the water because Years & Years is another London (native Australia) based act that we can’t seem to get enough of. Y & Y is an electro pop trio that does good job mixing deep house beats and RnB. They kind of remind me of a 1990s boy band. It seems no one can let go of that time because it’s not only making an appearance on the runways but also in current popular music. There’s nothing wrong with making the old new again. My favourite running song in the morning is Shine. I also feel like hitting an old school house party when I listen to this record. Their album also has a little drum and bass element to it which I think is the next wave in popular music.

Notable Songs: Shine, Eyes Shut, King & Take Shelter

Years & Years Communion

If you have any artist(s) you would like to recommend please send us a note.

Peace, Love & Music Y’all.

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Episode 176 – Stay Classy: Hunters

In episode 176 the boys are joined by Alisaunder of the Hunting Party Podcast to continue the Stay Classy series. She gives us the lowdown on all the hunter goodness from class campaign, mount quest, and artifact weapons.

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Crafty Vintage Market, Saturday 6th April 2013

I’m looking forward to this, and we are hoping that we will have waved goodbye to this dismal weather and said hello to some sunshine in time to enjoy Crafty Vintage in Bishops Castle, Shropshire on Saturday 6th April. It’s a handpicked selection of fabulous vintage sellers and amazing crafters, plus tea and cakes too, of course. Open from 10am-4pm at the Auction Hall on Station Street. It’s a small town, you’ll find us…near the bottom of the town. Spot the bunting outside! I look forward to seeeing you!

Bus Stop Mad March Vintage, Saturday 16th!

Bus Stop Vintage Mad March Fair

Tomorrow, Bus Stop Vintage have arranged an extra date for your shopping pleasure! It’s at the usual venue, St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury town centre, opposite Vinegar Hill, from 10am-4pm. As usual, there are lots of lovely vintage sellers, plus an array of crafty handmade stalls, just perfect for browsing for Easter gifts. Do come, it’ll be lovely! Shop, meet your friends, drink tea, eat cake and pray for Spring to arrive!


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Sleep On This!

The Health Triad is REAL

It is a simple and very effective approach to great health and longevity. It’s personal development at its finest.

Quality sleep

Unfortunately, it doesn’t market as well as the attention-grabbing, quick-fix weight-loss gimmicks that are so prevalent in the health & wellness industry.

Because unlike quick-fix, effort is required with The Health Triad. And the results take time.

Quality sleep

We wrap up our 3-part series this week. You can review Parts 1 and 2 in the links below:

Part 3 is about the importance of quality sleep. But not just quality. Quantity matters too. Between 7 to 9 hours every night.

So how do you determine where you fall in that range? You can find your “Goldilocks” zone by waking up without an alarm clock.

Let’s say you determine that 7 hours is too little; and 9 is too much. But 8 hours is “just right” for you to feel recharged and rejuvenated.

If your alarm clock sounds at 6:00 AM every morning, you may be wondering, “How am I going to get 8 hours of good quality sleep? It’s impossible.” Well, it’s easy math, but you may not like the answer.

Quality sleep

If you find it difficult to get to sleep on time based on your current routine, you may need to set a go to bed alarm at 9:45 until it becomes a habit so you’re in bed by 10. Nighty night!

This shouldn’t be a problem if you’re getting up early, exercising regularly, and working your ass off all day long. By 9:00 PM you’ll be exhausted and wanting to hit the sack. But we also need to realize there will be special exceptions along the way.

Earlier this year I created a program called “The 6 Pillars To Better Health & Vitality”. In it, I did a 4-part segment on sleep. And I have included links to each of the 4 posts below.

You would think sleep is one of the easiest things you can do. And for some of us, it is. But that’s not true for everyone. Many adults have a difficult time trying to get to sleep (like my wife). Which could make getting your required 7 to 9 virtually impossible.

You can prove how crucial sleep is by conducting your own experiment; on the weekend of course. Aim for only 4 to 6 hours of sleep by setting your alarm. Or if you’ve recently had a late night with limited sleep, that will work too.

Quality sleep

How did you feel the next day when you were sleep deprived? Not exactly focused, productive or energetic, right? Would irritable, lazy and disoriented be a better description?

It’s a great example of the importance of getting adequate sleep.

If you struggle with getting to sleep, I would like to pass on a few sleep-inducing tips from the experts. Here are a couple of articles that I found to be informative on the topic.

You’ve probably seen some or all of these tips before. And you may be thinking (or yelling), “These don’t work for me!”. My advice would be to relax and try to give it some time.

One or two nights is not enough. I would suggest approaching it like a new habit. By giving yourself at least 3 to 4 weeks to try new things and let them take shape.

Besides, what do you have to lose?

There are massive benefits when you’re able to log 7 to 9 hours of good quality sleep every night. So please do whatever you can to make this a priority for YOU!

I’ll leave you with a very interesting quote from the National Institutes of Health. “Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety”.

Thank you for sharing your time with me. I hope you found value (and tranquility) in this week’s post.

Now it’s time for YOU to take action…

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Week 10: Stuff is falling

Posted in: Design, health, nutrition, weight loss- Feb 19, 2014 3 Comments

Stuff is falling!

Liver levels are falling*. Weight is falling. Even waffles are falling…(?) Luckily, I as a whole, am managing not to.

I found out my hip pain (did I mention I had hip pain?) is bursitis which is related to, if not caused by, abnormal patella tracking (a kneecap that won’t stay in place and makes this horrible grating noise when I go up stairs. Seriously gross). Luckily, the treatment for one will help the other and that is PT.

I’m just glad it’s not permanent damage to my hip from a lifetime of being overweight. I love fixable problems. My body is so clever. So clever I tell you! It had the discerning taste to rebel against this over-processed diet and is restoring itself beautifully with some fresh veg and protein. Frankly, I have abused it for much of its life and it just keeps showing up for me.

friends-fingers2When I smoked, cigarettes were the friends that were always there for me. When I overate, food was that friend. Same goes for when I drank. I’m not sure why substances needed/need to fill that hole but it seems it’s about time to start treating myself as that friend and take better care of this great body which has shown up for me time and again.

Me: February 18, 2014Week 10
Physical: -36.4lbs
weight = 276.7
first week = 313.1
blood pressure = 119/69
first week = 145/73
heart rate = 63
first week = 77
Mood: Happy. Positive. Grateful.

*For those interested, the normal range for ALT (alanine transaminase enzyme) is between 10—40 iU/L. As of 1/31/2014, my ALT had bust the roof at 259. After just one week of altering my diet, my levels are down to 146. One week people! Let’s here it for my awesome liver.


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Publix Christmas & Holiday Dinners 2013

Publix is cooking up complete Christmas or Holiday turkey dinners, with side dishes, in 2013.  Order these dinners at the deli in your nearest Publix store or online.  Schedule a time for pick-up.  On the special day, just heat, serve, and eat.

Here are the 2013 Publix dinner details:

Regular Turkey Christmas/Holiday Dinner, serves 7-10, $39.99.  Includes:

  • Fully Cooked Turkey, 10 to 12 lb
  • Side Dishes (see below).

Large Turkey Christmas/Holiday Dinner, serves 14-18, $79.99.  Includes:

  • Fully Cooked Turkey, 16 to 18 lb
  • 2 each of Side Dishes (see below).

Turkey Breast Christmas/Holiday Dinners, serves 7-10, $49.99.  Includes:

  • Fully Cooked Bone-In Turkey Breast, 5 to 7 lb
  • Side Dishes (see below).

Side Dishes, each serves 4-6:

  • Cornbread Dressing, 2.5 lb
  • Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, 2.5 lb
  • Gravy, 32 oz
  • Cranberry-Orange Relish (8 or 16 oz, depending on dinner choice)

Each side dish serves 4 to 6 people, but there is turkey for more people.  So you may want to consider an extra Publix side dish depending on the number of people you are expecting.

We also have a list of other stores where you can order Christmas dinners.

Happy holidays and merry Christmas 2013 to everyone.  (Thanks Publix for helping us keep it simple.)

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Tight Wad in Utah: Mary Poppins Broadway Show Buy One Get One FREE!

Friday, August 26, 2011

Mary Poppins Broadway Show Buy One Get One FREE!

Use discount code utahmama to get Mary Poppins tickets half price!

The Capitol Theatre show dates the discount applies to are:
Thursday 9/1 2pm
Saturday 9/3 8pm
Sunday 9/4 1pm
Sunday 9/4 6:30pm

Synopsis of show:
MARY POPPINS is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production that over-delivers on every level!” Featuring the irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stage-craft, MARY POPPINS is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show! So get swept up in the fun of this high-flying musical the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars and calls “a perfect piece of musical theater."
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The next step in the evolution of precision grinding presented at the EMO 2017

As a result of more than 50,000 machines in service, Timesavers has become the synonym for global progress in the field of rotary brush machines and precision grinding. At this year’s EMO the trade fair for the international manufacturing specialists in Hannover, Timesavers International will present its state -of-the-art Precision Grinding machine: the 81 series (see fig. 1).81 series for precision grinding

81 series the precision grinding machine The Precision Grinding machine also called a – sheet calibration machine – can handle e.g. titanium, stainless steel, aluminium and other metal sheets up to 7.500 mm long and 2.100 mm wide. By grinding the upper and lower surfaces a thickness accuracy tolerance of 25 μm is attainable, making this calibration process a real precision technology.

42 RB series for excellent deburring, edge rounding and finishing

Pascal Depondt Timesavers area manager Asia

Pascal Depondt Timesavers area manager Asia

Another highlight at the booth is the Reddot Award winning rotary brush machine (fig. 2), the 42 RB series. The 42 RB series WWRBW 1350 mm is the ultimate tool for deburring, finishing, removing laser oxide skin and/or edge-rounding in one pass. Of course we’ll also show our Manual Grinder, the 10 series. This manually operated machine is a cost-effective mechanical alternative to conventional grinding, deburring, finishing and even polishing.

We hope to see you in Hannover, hall 11, Booth A70! For tickets send an e-mail to Subject: Ticket Emo


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‘Best Interior Design’ Award from Buffalo Spree’s ‘Best of WNY 2016’ Goes to Tres Jolie Maison! We are honored and delighted to announce that Tres Jolie Masion was awarded “Best Interior Design” in Buffalo Spree’s ‘Best of WNY 2016’. The design firm’s interior designer Sue-Jolie Rioux expressed her gratitude, saying, “Tonight I cried. I was […]

Tres Jolie Maison featured in Dering Hall’s “40 Inspirational Living Rooms Perfect for Entertaining” Lookbook October 2016 We are excited and honored to be featured in Dering Hall’s “40 Inspirational Living Rooms Perfect for Entertaining” Lookbook! The lookbook is designed to inspire, and features 40 diverse seating designs for living rooms. View Tres Jolie Maison’s […]

Tres Jolie Maison featured in Private Air Luxury Homes August 2016 Issue click here to view full-size article

Its that time of year again! Time to fill in your ballot for Buffalo Spree’s BEST OF WNY 2016. There are two categories we would like to enter. And with your support, we have a chance. Click here to enter the ballot. Fill out the ballot as much as you can or feel comfortable with, […]

There’s something very, very special at 414 Virginia Street in Buffalo. It’s the Coit House. The Coit House is possibly the oldest house standing in Buffalo. It was moved from its original site at the corner of Swan and Pearl Streets to Virginia Street because it was believed that downtown Buffalo was becoming too commercialized. […]

Naples Daily News July 18, 2015 Cancer Diagnosis Spurs Designer to Start Her Own Firm — Success Follows “I had a lot of clients who were encouraging me to strike out on my own, and that — along with the cancer diagnosis — is what gave me the kick in the pants to finally do […]

August 2015 Issue Private Air Luxury Homes, August 2015 issue is out now!

Tim Boylan and Sue-Jolie Rioux of Tres Jolie Maison visited Buffalo, New York in 2013 and instantly fell in love with the city. The excitement and pride of the locals really drew them – they loved the people, the culture, and the buildings. They also saw the opportunities. With Tim’s focus being historic preservation, they […]

Best of Houzz 2015 Award BUFFALO, ERIE COUNTY, JANUARY 19, 2015 – TRES JOLIE MAISON, INC. OF BUFFALO, NY has been awarded “Best of Houzz” for Customer Satisfaction from Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The named 2014 LEADER IN LUXURY AND DESIGN 5 year old interior design boutique design firm was […]

Tres Jolie Maison’s new office is now officially located at the ‘Coit House’ in Buffalo, New York. The Coit House’s Rich History The Coit House is probably the most historic house in the City of Buffalo, not only because of its age and architectural style, but because of the towering significance of George Coit in […]

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The fantastic four-day event will see the nation’s most heroic dogs rewarded in the prestigious Friends for Life competition; the nation’s favourite crossbreeds compete in the Scruffts grand final; the world’s most athletic canines battling it out in dog sports such as Agility and Flyball and the world-famous Best in Show competition.

“Crufts is a British institution and a must see for all dog lovers” said Caroline Kisko, Kennel Club Secretary. “It is the world’s largest gathering of dogs – pedigree and crossbreed, large and small, athletic and competitive and companion and heroic, and celebrates everything that we love the most about man’s best friend.”

“The event hosts a vast range of exciting competitions, and is packed with information, advice and entertainment for all dog lovers. Every single dog is special and so we are hosting an online Crufts Factor competition in the run up to the event to showcase the vast range of talents our dogs possess and are asking people post photos and stories about their dogs for competitions on our Facebook page.”

Amongst the competition and events at Crufts will be the inaugural Obreedience Competition, where different breeds will go head-to-head to demonstrate their superior obedience skills.

Weekday tickets cost £16.50 for adults in advance and £18 on the door and weekend tickets cost £17.60 in advance and £19 on the door. Best in Show tickets start from £17.50. Concessions are also available. All tickets are subject to a booking fee.  Book by calling the Crufts Ticket Hotline at The Ticket Factory on 0844 338 0338, or online at

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From the Desk of Mrs. Wood

Dear TMSA Parents-

I want to start off by saying a big “Thank You” to all our wonderful volunteers!  Whether you are helping in the classroom, sorting out the Lost & Found, chaperoning field trips, or running an afternoon club; you are APPRECIATED more than you know.

Students should be wearing their IDs every day, on a lanyard.  They are not allowed to clip it on their pants or wear it on a necklace, etc.  TMSA has provided each student with a lanyard and clear protective case.  Replacement lanyards can be purchased for $1 and IDs are $5.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend and enjoys the Veteran’s Day holiday on Monday.

Melissa Wood

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T20JD Law School Advisors: Preparing for 1L year [Supplement Recommendations]

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Check out our full blog post for additional tips on how to prepare and be ready for your 1L year:

I remember being a 1L and being confused about mostly everything I was reading for class. I had no clue that there were books out there specifically made in order to help me understand what I was reading. About three weeks before finals, a friend of mine who has just finished law school, told me about supplements. In the event that you are like me, and have no idea that there are supplements that make your life easier, I've put together a list of the supplements I personally vouch for, so you don't have to (You're welcome). I recommend you get these before the semester begins and start using them as you complete your assigned readings before classes begin. If you don't want to spend the money on these, there's a chance that your law school library has these, so make sure you check with them.

First: You will be reading a lot. And most of the terms and words you will be reading you will not understand. [Students whose first language is not English will have a more challenging time with this.] Do not freak out, it’s ok. Law is a new language that you will learn in time. That’s why you need to get yourself a Black’s Law Dictionary.

Do not make the rookie mistake of actually buying the physical dictionary. Carrying that thing around is a pain and looking through it to find what you're looking for is time consuming. Instead, download the Black’s Law Dictionary App from the app store. It’s $54.99 and worth it (it’s still on my phone and I still use it). If you don’t want to spend the money, don’t worry, you can access the dictionary through West Law (you will learn about this when you start your semester).

Second: Regardless of what school you are attending, there are seven classes every 1L student takes:
(1)Property, (2)Torts, (3)Contracts, (4)Civil Procedure, (5)Criminal Law, (6)Constitutional Law, and (7)Legal Writing.

You will soon find out that although some classes may be easy for you to understand, others will sound like Klingon to you. It’s ok if you do not understand the material itself at the outset. You won’t be the only one.

There are a slew of materials out there that are specifically for helping you understand each individual area of law you’re studying. Below are the ones that I personally vouch for and find to be very good and worth the investment. [The prices stated are those stated on amazon.com]

NOTE:These books are not substitutes for your actual materials. They are to be used as supplements. These books will not substitute your readings; they will help you understand the black letter law so that your readings will make sense.

Examples and Explanations: Property, 5th Edition by Barlow Burke and Joseph Snoe
A new copy is $43.78 and a used one is $19.89.

In addition to covering all the relevant Property material that you will cover in class, this book lays out the Rule Against Perpetuities and Future Interests really well. (The RAP will be the vein of your existence in Property).

Examples and Explanations: The Law of Torts 5th Edition by Joseph W. Gannon
A new copy is $36.42 and a used one is $25.50.

(3) CONTRACTS - (This book is an investment I recommend. It covers both the Common Law and the UCC. I used it during my 1L year and post grad to supplement my Bar materials, so if you get it don't throw it away or sell it.)

Black Letter Outline on Contracts 5th Edition by John D. Calamari and Joseph M. Perillo
A new copy of this is $38.41 and a used copy $13.00. I do suggest you invest in a new copy so you can have a clean copy and are able to add your own personal notes.

(4) CIVIL PROCEDURE- [If you have professor Brad Clary at the University of Minnesota, ignore this and stick to what he gives you. His approach is hands on and practical so this will not help you.]

Civil Procedure is not hard, but it is all rules. Understanding the rules and approaching problems can be very tricky and at times very confusing depending on the facts. So I’m recommending two books:

The first is for understanding the material and the rules so that you may understand what you read and keep up with what’s going on in class:

Examples and Explanations: Civil Procedure 7th Edition by Joseph Glannon
A new copy is $36.42 and a used one is $20. If you don’t want to spend the money, your law school library should have a copy of this.

The second, the problems are harder and it has more in depth analysis, this book in addition to your outline is what you will use to prepare for your final exam (or midterm if you have one):

Glannon Guide to Civil Procedure 3rd Edition by Joseph Glannon
A new copy is $37.65 and a used one is $11.94.

Understanding Criminal Law 7th Edition by Joshua Dressler
A new copy is $46.55 and a used one is $45.

Note: If you don’t want to spend the money, your law school library should have a copy of it. However, if it’s not, get a copy of Barbri’s 1L outlines (this is free at the Barbri rep table). All the outlines in there are very helpful and in some cases may be better than using a supplement.

Constitutional Law: Principles and Policies 5th Edition by Erwin Chemerinsky
A new copy is $83.43 and a used one is $35.

Note: Two things: (1) If you are a foreign student and are not familiar with the U.S. Constitution, this book will be good for you. (2) If you don’t want to spend the money remember to check and see if your law school library keeps a copy of this. Additionally, the Barbri 1L outlines have a really good condensed version you can use to study (this is a free book you can get it at the Barbri rep table). Also, check if any recent graduate has the Barbri Multi State Outline Book and are willing to lend it out to you, or contact Barbri and see if they have a course outline similar to the one in the Multi State Outline Book (not the condensed version). The Barbri Con Law outline is a very good source for understanding the material and studying.

This class will be challenging and you will hate it, so accept it and move on. Ultimately, this class will teach you how to write briefs, motions, letters to clients, etc., which is truly a long term skill that is developed by practice. However, this class is the foundation of that. Most important though, in this class you will learn how to approach and write out your final exams and consequently the Bar (although this point is debatable).

I'm recommending two books:

The first: The Winning Brief 3rd Edition by Brian Garner
A new copy is $48.08 and a used one $35.09.

This book is a gem and it’s for persuasive briefing at both trial and appellate level. This book is a great investment, you will use it post graduation if you go into litigation. So, buy a copy and keep it!

The Second: Plain English for Lawyers 5th Edition by Richard C. Wydick
A new copy is $14.89 and a used one is $8.00.

This book is great for those students who are having a hard time understanding the whole concept of legal writing. It boils down everything to the basics.

Here at T20JD we believe that the key to success is preparation. As a result, we hope these tid bits of knowledge are helpful to you. Now, go get organized and go kill your 1L year. You can do it!

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South African sculptor, Bruce Little will be exhibiting in London at the Mall Galleries from 7-12 November 2017. The Mall Galleries are situated in the heart of London near Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace – providing a perfectly situated venue in which to present Little’s latest body of work. Little will unveil in excess of 50 bronze sculptures.

african sculptor exhibitions in london 2017 African Sculptor To Exhibit in London Sculptor Bruce Little KuduSculptures range from the miniature Harvester Mouse to the monumental 4.5m long Leopard – all forming part of a broad collection of work that has been exhibited internationally over the past eleven years. Little’s work connects its viewers to both nature and the African continent in inspiring ways.

For an unrivalled experience of the African bushveld, these sculptures allow those who have visited the continent to own a piece of this remarkable and mysterious place. These magnificent bronze works embody the qualities of a true perfectionist loyal to his ethos of creating honest and sincere work, grounded in his love for nature, art and Africa. This exhibition is Little’s expression of his Africa.

Although Little has exhibited in London on numerous occasions since 2004, this is his second exhibition at the Mall Galleries and his much-anticipated return to the United Kingdom following the unprecedented success of the unveiling of ‘Dawn Patrol’ in March 2016.

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This monumental 8 metre-long, almost 5 metre-high lion sculpture was commissioned by Ceawlin Thynn, Viscount Weymouth of the Longleat Family Estate. The piece was specially created to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Longleat Safari Park. Off the back of this enormous success, Little was invited to present ‘Dawn Patrol’ at the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation Gala Auction in St Tropez, France.

african sculptor exhibitions in london 2017 African Sculptor To Exhibit in London Sculptor Bruce Little LeopardThe Foundation focuses on environmental projects, which support causes that are also close to Little’s heart. The monumental sculpture of the lion was a central piece at the auction where it achieved the astonishing bid of USD 1 Million. All proceeds were generously donated by Little to the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation.

ABOUT: Twenty years of working in South Africa’s private game reserves have enabled Little to refine and perfect his skill, knowledge, and understanding of the bushveld. It is here, rather as an artist and photographer – that he first took his time seeking out the mystery and adventure of experience in nature – transforming these experiences into majestic works of art.

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Over the weekend  we learned of the passing of one of our most famous players Aidan Richardson of Rhue following an illness. He was a renound high fielder represented the club and county with distinction and was the captain of the 1968 All Ireland Minor Finalists. To his family in England and Rhue we extend our sympathy on Aidan's passing.
Remains reposing in Coen’s Funeral Home from 3pm. to 6pm. on Saturday with removal to Tourlestrane Church for 7pm.Funeral Mass on Sunday at 12-30pm. with burial in Rhue Cemetery

The Club would also like to extend sympathy to local families who suffered bereavements last week ,The Gavaghan Family in Aclare on the passing of Helen’s mother, and also the Price family on the passing of Amy Price from Caralobaun ar dheis Dé go Raibh a hAnnam Dilis.
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Hello my friends!  I just got word that my new blog design is next in line for “coding” … so the blog will be down for up to two weeks.  I won’t be able to post during that time and I may go into some serious withdrawal!  I’m told it may not take that quite that long … fingers crossed! ;)

I have some news to share, but was going to wait til I had a photo to share along with it.  Oh well.

We leave tomorrow for Exuma!  We’ll be gone for the month of January.  You may remember I talked about it here?  Well the time has come and we couldn’t be more excited.  All of us.  Even the teenager!  She was on board initially … back in June or July when we told her about it.  Back when she didn’t have a social life.  But then things picked up in her social world and her thoughts were that I’d be ruining her life if I dragged her away for a month.  So she wasn’t too hip on the whole idea.  I waited patiently and she came around!  Yay!

Anyway … a forced hibernation from posting may be a good thing.  I’m going to be busy homeschooling the kids … yes … I seriously am.  It’s my biggest goal to make sure we keep their schoolwork a priority!

And busy relaxing and playing games and swimming and well … as I mentioned here … taking care of me.  My legs are too weak to run, not to mention how shot my knees are … but I plan to do some serious walking, pilates, healthful eating, sleeping … ahh … I can’t wait!

And now for a summary on our Mexico vacation …

First up … some photos of our miss Huntie J …

Some photos of our poolside activities …

Payl = pale … oh! and the girls called it “scribble” … too cute to correct them!

Sorry … this sweet one is too irresistible to keep the camera off her.  I mean … look at that tushy!

Wynter looking for crabs.

Shhh … I fell in love with this photo!!  I haven’t shown it to CJ, but plan on getting it on a canvas and giving it to him for his birthday in a few months.

3 of my little ladies!

Our New Year’s Eve in typical cheese-ball style included the Hard Rock cafe, goofy gear and sleeping by 10:30!

I thought it might be a fun tradition to have a New Year’s Eve slumber party with a movie.  We watched An American Girl: Chrissa Stands Strong.  It’s a really good movie about bullying … the girls enjoyed it.  You can see a clip here.

Anyway … so this is the first year of our “tradition” … since we’re usually traveling over New Year’s … and the girls are too young to go to the hotel’s usually boring event do much of anything else … I think this will fit the bill nicely for as long as it lasts.

And here’s miss Hunt the next day modeling her party ware …

Oh! And here’s the little crab we caught … so teeny-tiny!

We all had a seriously great time.  It was perfect to get away after Christmas and focus on nothing but ourselves.

I’m really looking forward to this next month away and hope we can continue to have some quality time together.  I really am looking forward to our schoolwork, doing devotions, watching movies, playing games and spending time in the sun together.  I’m also hoping we can find some kind of “charity” work to do on the island.  I’m not sure how or if that will come together … but I plan on looking into it when we arrive.

I wanted to also take a minute to mention how I’ve been feeling.  My insides are feeling relaxed … but my outsides are numb, in pain and frankly … pretty exhausted.  I also wanted to say … I know I mentioned here about an acquaintance saying I must have a “mild case” of MS … and then I went into a list of my ailments … please know that I understand this is all relative.  I know there are people that wish they had a “mild case” like mine.  I don’t take lightly for one minute that things could be much worse for me.

I’m just saying that I am suffering … in some form or another.

Anyway.  I really am looking forward to this time away … and I’ll be checking in just as soon as I can!

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happy new year {2010}

Can’t believe it’s been a year since this photo!  My how my girls are growing …

And I seriously can’t believe it’s 2010.  Is that cliche?

2010.  I didn’t even realize it was the start of a whole new decade.  A decade.

Does it seem like I’m in a bit of denial mode?

Man, to think what we’ve all been through in the last 10 years.  I’ve gotten married, had 3 children, bought … reinvented … and then sold … a business, started another business, throw some personal trials in there … and whew! what a decade.

As difficult as some parts of it has been though, I don’t think I’d take anything back for a minute.  Every situation, whether good or bad … has made me the woman I am today.

Don’t get me wrong, I still have a long way to go … but I honestly think God is pleased with how I’m turning out.  I know He’s not finished with me though … and I can’t wait to see what else is in store.

I’ve been reading some of my older posts lately, and came across this one … I love this.  I love to see how I’ve grown.

I have, in fact, come miles in my ability to put down “stuff” and partake in life.  In God’s word … in hearing Him … in my family.

I think my goal for this year … actually, I know my goal for this year … is to focus on myself.  To be better about taking care of myself.  I’m doing great at taking care of others and feeling good about it.  Feeling a balance with it … but now it’s time for me to add myself into that equation.  And here’s the key … not feel guilty about it.

Alrighty then … I’ve rambled here.  I’d only meant to post a photo and say …

I wish you all the happiest of happy new year’s.  May 2010 bring you untold blessings.

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29 Dec

a whaling we will go …

So today was the big day … the day we’ve been waiting for!  My little adventurists were beyond excited!

The weather was beautiful today and the water was relatively calm.  We’re staying in the Cabo area, so drove to the downtown harbor to catch our ride to the whales.

The yellow beauty below was all ours!

Once we broke outside of the harbor, we didn’t have far to go before we saw our first sighting!

So excited!!

We followed this guy around for a while … he, or was it a she? put on quite the show for us …

Look at how excited these people are!  The extra girl? One of Tay’s life-long friends … Christina.

Oh!!  And this poor little girl … my Huntie babe.  Once we started out, she freaked!  The poor thing couldn’t see over her seat, we were at top-notch speed, and I think the anticipation of it all just freaked her out!

Once we had our initial sighting and stopped, she calmed down.  Our tour guide was also extra special to her and gave her lots of TLC!

We had radio silence from our big friend for a while when all of the sudden … we spotted him!  With a friend!  No, wait … make that two friends!

We had three humpback whales putting on a spectacular show!  What a day!

Huntie fell asleep in the guide’s arms on our way back to the harbor.  She missed the sea lions and multitudes of pelicans …

But we had a great dinner when we got into the harbor and I couldn’t resist sharing this photo of my rockstar babe!

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28 Dec

i’m baaacck!!

I just can’t stay away … ;)

So today started out like this … beautiful sunrise … assumption of a beautiful sunny day in Mexico … right?

But for some reason, the cloud cover dominated … it’s pouring and 60ish degrees right now … so the girls are doing this …

But at least we still have these!

In all seriousness, we’re having a great time.  We had great weather yesterday, we have plenty of salsa, guac & chips {really, what else does one need?}, tomorrow we’re going whale watching, I’m unwinding & relaxing, I’m enjoying some quality time with my family, and for some reason … seems I’m watching these girls grow before my eyes!

I hope you all had an awesome Christmas and are in the process of a peaceful “re-entry.”

If our weather continues this way … I’m thinking you’ll be seeing more of me this week than I’d planned!

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