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Friday, January 14, 2005

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Update: Thanks to the folks at Haloscan, Liberty should be able to get back previous comments soon. May take a few days to get the upgrade in place though. In the meantime, I remembered that I archived previous comments, so will repost them if necessary.

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Guide to US and international patent resources.

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France: History and Literature: Language Dictionaries

Use this guide to research topics in French history and literature.

Language Dictionaries

French Language Dictionaries links to another research guide whose purpose is to point the way to French language dictionaries and word books, old and new, in the M.S.U. Libraries. Copies may be online or found in Reference 1 Center, Main, Oversize (Basement Center), Microforms (2 West), Special Collections, or Digital and Multimedia Center (DMC 4 West). Includes French only, French-English, and English-French works. Works on African and Caribbean French are not plentiful. Annotations cribbed liberally from Guide to Reference.

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Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Review: Icefall

By Matthew J. Kirby, read by Jenna Lamia
Published 2011 by Scholastic Audio

Trapped in a fortress while their father is at war, Solveig and her siblings discover treachery in their midst. They must use their cunning and skills to survive the harsh Nordic winter and the malevolence that has found them in their icy prison.

That is an incredibly dramatic summary I posted there. Well, this book caught my eye because it won the Edgar Award for Juvenile Fiction. I saw the audio version available for download from my library, so I went ahead and downloaded. I think this book worked exceptionally well in the audio format, as a large plot point of the story revolves around storytelling and Solveig finding her voice. Kirby has created an incredibly believable and fascinating world for his story - the book actually takes place a very long time ago in Scandinavia. It's clear that Kirby has done research - I could feel the chill of the frozen fortress and the terror as the winter set in and immobilized the characters. The book is plotted exceptionally well - the right amount of tension and slow reveal kept me eager to know what would happen next. And, while I did figure out bits and pieces of the mystery before they were revealed, I think there is enough suspicion cast on many characters to keep kids guessing. Solveig is a wonderful narrator, struggling to find her voice in the midst of this chaotic moment in which she finds herself. I have taken more and more notice of sibling relationships in the books I read and I think this book handles them quite nicely. There is a good mixture of annoyance and love when Solveig talks about her siblings and it feels very real. I loved the relationship that develops between Solveig and her raven, as well as the slow and hesitant trust between the royal children and the Berserkers. This book was a surprise for me - truly well-crafted and engaging adventure with Norse mythology brilliantly mixed in. I will definitely be recommending this to my tween fantasy lovers.

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07 January 2011

Get into the Summer Reading Club and Scare up good book!

The Summer Reading Club is a national based library program to encourage young people to keep reading over the summer holidays. The theme this year is “Scare Up A Good Book”.

To take part:
• Get involved in popular school holiday activities
• Pick up some puzzles and games to complete
• Borrow some books to enjoy at home
• Explore and enjoy the library

Celebrate all that is scary and creepy in children's literature at the library this summer!


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We have submitted the following to Lord Soley’s ‘struggle’ in the
(“) Home-Education ‘versus’ -or- ‘cooperatively-with’ Schools Pedogoguery (“) national difficulty.

Lord Soley
10/01/2018 at 1:54 pm

Thanks for the constructive suggestions and the pointers to support networks which I will follow up.
I think we can see some areas for co-operation here. I have already been checking on the possibility of
making it easier/cheaper for HE children to sit exams. I am looking at other possible amendments but this is still ‘work in progress’.
I know that many commentators believe I am against home education and will go on believing that regardless of what I say
so there is little point in spending more time on that point but I simply re-state that I have always been in favour of the right to home educate.
I am still concerned that so many ‘objectors’ to my Bill seem to think that there are no problems in this areas
and all could be solved if schools were better. In my view, that is not the case. For example, when children are taken out of school
and then put back in again there can be many and varied reasons why this happens and we cannot rely on the parent
simply spotting the various assistance models that are available.
I also think there is still a naïve belief that all parents who take their child out of school do it in the best interests of the child.
I have too much experience in my own life to believe that everyone’s behaviour is totally altruistic.
That can lead to horrendous mistakes –
think Jimmy Saville and the belief by millions of people that his behaviour was totally altruistic.
I have dealt in the past with abusing parents – it is a very challenging area of human behaviour
and not some simple and easy matter to deal with.
The same is true for radicalisation.
Finally I have no part in deciding what posts go on this site.
That is for Hansard not for me
and like all administrators of sites they have rules which are published on the site.

10/01/2018 at 3:06 pm
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Please don’t forget that still “insidiously underlying and overshadowing”
the whole of World Civilisations’ Progress and Education Sectors’ Fitness-for-Purpose, is the
(1) Continued “militantly economic-growth-aggressive slaughtering”
of this Earth’s Lifesupports themselves, and of millions of human-lives annually
(2) the lack of distinction between
(i) “training & skilling-for-the-(40-hour/week) militantly-competitive jobs-&-careers Workplace” –
which has increasingly become the Main and Exclusive Focus of schools and universities;
(ii) “education into-sustainworthy lifestyling and enablements for personal-efficiency in the Lifeplace (128 hrs/week).(3) The UN and UK constitutional-hostility – and thereupon the ‘Education’ Sector’s inhibition
of All-Round and in some “depth” Individual Human Development exclusivity
towards both Individual and Group Holistic-Living -&-Health-Building subjects
such as “Self-Knowledge and Self-Control Know-How” [“Your Body” by Beata Jencks]
and against potential- faculties such as Somatics,
should foundationally have long ago become.

Your lordship, there is much more …
but it is to be hoped that the above shows a serious part of our whole Human Predicament –
and,  as Factors,  will be kept “clamped-to-the Scrutiny and Legislation tables”
until they have been cooperatively and completely “win-win-win” Resolved..

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Monday, April 28, 2008

Take No Prisoners

For those of you who have been following along at home, you have probably realized by deduction or my outright confession that I am a vegetarian. I don’t talk about it much these days; it’s a fact of life that, for me, seems almost as mundane as the color of my eyes or my penchant for peanut butter. Most days, it’s just not that remarkable, especially when you consider that grocery stores are stocked full of all the essentials for a happy vegetarian: fresh produce, canned beans and vegetables, an ample supply of Ghirardelli chocolate, and high-quality oils, vinegars, and spices. I love being a vegetarian, as long as there are plenty of chickpeas.

But then there are times when I’m reminded that it’s tough to be a vegetarian. Even in as hip a food town as Chicago, I have eaten way too many mediocre vegetable sandwiches, limp vegetables and tasteless cheese piled onto soggy bread. Servers in snooty restaurants are puzzled and unhelpful when I inquire about the vegetarian options. And even though I try to stick to my principles, on more than one occasion I have found myself at a work function, choosing between the tasty chicken salad sandwich, the disappointing mushroom sandwich, and skipping lunch altogether. I am a tiny bit ashamed to admit that the chicken salad sandwich usually wins this battle. It’s for this reason, and for Cajun food, that I tell myself that I am 99% vegetarian. That 1% gives me just enough wiggle room so as not to lose my cool when frustrating situtations arise. It turns out the rest of the world is still eating meat and plenty of it!

And yet there are vegetarians among us who adopt even stricter standards than mine. There are vegans among us, people who consciously avoid all animal-derived products, including meat, dairy, eggs, gelatin, and honey. I love vegans for lots of reasons. I love their fierce, take-no-prisoners attitude toward food and eating. I love their discipline and the communities they create around vegan cooking. I love that I can eat anything that comes out of a vegan kitchen, knowing it doesn’t contain chicken stock or any other hidden source of animal. But most of all, I love their cookies. Bring on the vegan cookies!

I’ve written about vegan cookies before, and while that basic vegan sugar cookie was tasty with a subtle, sweet flavor, I think it’s got nothing on a good peanut butter cookie. Peanut butter, and nut butters in general, lends itself easily to vegan cookies because it helps to emulsify and bind everything together, functions normally served by butter and eggs in other cookie recipes. And with their nutty richness, nut butters are function with flavor.

One reason to love the vegan peanut butter cookie I bring you today is that it doesn’t require “vegan butter,” or a vegan source of fat that is intended as a butter substitute. While I have used vegan butter in the past, including in those sugar cookies, I have mixed feelings about these butters. My quibble is not one of taste but rather of quality. I try to eat whole foods as much as possible, and I worry that vegan butters are made of oils that are processed and manipulated in ways that decrease their nutritional quality. Now, I know when we’re talking about cookies, we are not talking about health foods, but still. I have my doubts, so I put vegan butter into the same category as fake meats like those addictively tasty Boca Chik’n Patties (or, as my friend Josh calls them, crack patties): occasional treats, not everyday staples. On the other hand, I refuse to let a day go by without eating peanut butter. I won’t be denied. And these cookies are just slightly more complicated that spooning peanut butter straight from jar to mouth. In fact, you can and should help yourself to some peanut butter while preheating the oven, so no excuses: it’s time to get baking!

Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
Adapted from this recipe in Vegetarian Times, May 2005
Makes about 18-24 cookies

This recipe came to me courtesy of that old vegetarian standby, Vegetarian Times, but it needed a little work. Namely, it needed a bit more flour and oatmeal, and it needed chocolate. For what is a peanut butter cookie without chocolate? A sad, sad thing indeed. My awesome friend Josh worked out the flour/oatmeal additions (thanks, Josh!) and the chocolate chips were a no-brainer. These cookies are delightfully cakey, sweet, and nutty, with pockets of chocolate melting in your mouth. I like the flavor that whole-wheat flour gives these cookies; it adds to their slightly rustic quality.

I’m delighted to enter these cookies into The Great Peanut Butter Exhibition, hosted by Nick over at The Peanut Butter Boy. This cookie competition is my kind of contest, since the real reward is a plethora of brand-new peanut butter cookie recipes, all gathered into one convenient cyperspace location. I’m not very competitive any more (my high-school valedictorian days are over, people!), but it’s hard to resist a contest in which peanut butter and sugar are the real players.

Cooking spray
½ c. natural peanut butter, crunchy or creamy, well-stirred
½ c. apple juice concentrate, thawed and undiluted
¼ c. brown sugar or other granulated sugar
1 tsp. real vanilla extract
½ c. + 2 tbsp. whole-wheat flour plus a bit extra if batter is too wet
¼ c. oatmeal
¾ tsp. baking soda
¼ - ½ c. vegan chocolate chips (Two notes here: 1) Use more or fewer chocolate chips, depending on how chocolatey you’d like your cookies to be. 2) I like Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate chips, which are vegan, but currently they are made on equipment that handles milk-containing products, so they might not be good choice if you have a food allergy. Use your good judgment.)

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two baking sheets lightly with cooking spray. Set them aside.
2) In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, apple juice concentrate, sugar, and vanilla. In a second bowl, mix together the flour, oatmeal, and baking soda. Mix the flour mixture into the peanut butter mixture. The batter will be fairly thick and wet here. If it seems too wet to you, add a bit of flour, no more than a tablespoon at a time.
3) Fold the chocolate chips into the batter. Using two “eating” teaspoons (as opposed to measuring teaspoons), measure the dough by spoonful and use the empty spoon to drop it onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving two inches or so around each cookie.
4) Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes per sheet, or until the edges are light brown. Remove sheets from the oven and let cookies cool on the sheets for a few minutes. Use a pancake-flipper to transfer the cookies to wire cooling racks. These cookies are delicate, especially when they are hot, so handle them with a light touch. And remember what my mom taught me: broken cookies have no calories. So there.

daphna said...

Hey Rose-Anne,

Totally not pertinent to your entry, but have you tried anything from the Smitten Kitchen blog yet? I just started perusing it recently, and I noticed that you have it on your blogroll, so I figured I'd ask. :)

Nick said...

My favorite part? "I refuse to let a day go by without eating peanut butter." I love it! These cookies sound great. I have yet to experiment with adding oats/whole wheat flour to my flourless peanut butter cookies, but now you've done the work for me! I think the flour addition will make them chewier, I'll have to try these. I'm glad you made it - thanks for entering!

- The Peanut Butter Boy

Rosiecat said...

Lovely Daphna: Impertinent indeed! But impertinence has a place around here, so to answer your question, I haven't tried much from Smitten Kitchen, which is sad. I found Stewed Lentils and Tomatoes there, but you already knew about that recipe since it came from the Barefoot Contessa. Matt tried the Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic and said that it was messy but delicious. That's about it for now.

Ah, Nick, I really want to try your flourless peanut butter cookies! Clearly my priorities are all out of whack these days if I haven't gotten around to making them yet. I'm very excited to see the recipes that emerge in The Great Peanut Butter Exhibition. I should probably stock up on peanut butter and sugar now in anticipation.

daphna said...

Okay, now I can answer my own question. :) I just made the leek and swiss chart tart (which is more like a quiche) and it was amazing!! Ian went crazy over it. I did make some changes though--used 4 eggs instead of 3 eggs and 2 yolks, fat free milk, and added a bunch of garlic. Also, I increased the cooking time a bunch. Here ya go:

Nick said...

Rose-Anne, you must make the flourless cookies, they're so easy and delicious. Yes, go stock up on peanut a good guide, try to mimic my collection: Peanut Butter Collection. =)

- The Peanut Butter Boy

ttfn300 said...

Ooooh, I'm so glad to find out I'm not alone with my love of PB!! (and my managing to work it into the daily meal plan:)) Can't wait to try these! thanks for sharing :)

(i just tried my first smitten kitchen recipe, the strawberry-rhubarb pecan cake and it was delicious...)

E said...

Thanks for participating in the Great Peanut Butter Exhibition. All the recipes looked delicious, but I'm filing this one away for my next Vegan Potluck. Yum!

Rosiecat said...

Hey everyone!

D, I too saw that tart recipe over at Smitten Kitchen. But I'm afraid of puff pastry! Are my fears unwarranted? How difficult is it to use? As for baking time, what do you mean by "a bunch?" (As an aside, I love leeks.)

Nick, one of these days, I swear I will get around to trying your cookies! Right now I'm working my way through a yeasted coffeecake made with the yeasty starter that my friend Josh gave me. It's tasty but a very big job for just one person!

ttfn300, welcome! Thanks for visiting. You are definitely not alone in your love for peanut butter. It's one of the world's most perfect foods. Do let me know how the cookies work out for you if you try them!

A strawberry-rhubarb pecan cake? Oh my. That sounds absolutely delicious and absolutely perfect for spring. Thanks for the recommendation!

e, thanks for the kind words! I keep this recipe handy for my vegan cooking needs, too. Oh, who am I kidding? I bake them for ME because vegan cookies are something special indeed.

daphna said...

Sooo, that was actually another change I made. I used a regular pie crust, mostly because I already had one in the freezer. I've used puffed pastry though, and it's pretty easy to use. You just need to wait until it's totally thawed. As for the baking time, it tells you to do 15 mins at one temp and 15 mins at another, and for the second block I kept it in for 40 mins. I've made quiches several times before with other recipes, and that's my standard. Plus the entire center was still liquid after the second 15 mins. Not sure if that's because mine was lower in fat or what (it certainly didn't taste low fat, hehe).

Rosiecat said...

Daphna, thanks for sharing your quiche-making tips! I've been longing to make a quiche, but somehow I never get around to it. One more question for you regarding the pan: do you use a pie pan? If so, do you like metal, glass, ceramic, or something different altogether?

I have made dishes where baked eggs are a big part of the ingredient mixture, so I think I could handle quiche!

daphna said...

In the case of the quiche the pie crust was one of those pre-made grocery store types, so it came in a disposable metal pie tin. However, this is what I use when I'm making my own crust: It's kinda pricey, but it works really well!

Rosiecat said...

Daphna, Emile Henry dishes are so beautiful! I sigh over them every time I flip through a magazine and find one of their ads. While they might be a little pricey, they are probably worth their weight in gold. I'll add it to my list of Kitchen Items for Which I Lust.

Ooh, do we get to make your strawberry-rhubarb pie in your gorgeous pie dish? :-)


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Wow, that was an experience. At least you got some nice mementos as well as tips to share. My husband has taken up leather working and would really enjoy the leather souk.

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14 June 2007

A Wet Old Wednesday!!!

I don't suppose everyone was thrilled but I for one was glad to see the rain today.
It's just so nice to stand out and see the garden looking all fresh and sparkly with raindrops. It didn't cool things down much though unfortunately and I am not enjoying the heat at all.

I caught up with so many jobs today that I am quite chuffed with myself. Had an order for an Ordination card for Saturday and it's done plus I bit the bullet and made some wedding cards for the that is pure torture to me as I hate making wedding cards. Got all the class packs ready for tomorrow and got all outstanding parcels and correspondence sorted and it is still only!!!
I could do another couple of hours if I put my mind to it but I am eager to read a bit more of my new book so am having an early night.

I did manage a quick play with one of my new Hampton Art stamps. This one is called Pearls and Plumes. I think it is just gorgeous.
I just did a very simple card. The dark background is another piece of the nasty silver mirror card I had covered with crumpled tissue and coloured with inks from the Rueberry Adirondack four colour pad. I then used the same inks with my water brush to colour the image.
I cut slightly away from the stamped frame to make a wider frame and then removed the background from the stamped image and layered it onto a piece of striped paper from the Hannah range by K&Co.
The frame has been attached with double sided tape and then I just put a foam pad under the head to raise it a little which looks quite effective if you want some depth without having to stamp multiple images to decoupage.
I have another stamp called Repose which I shall try and have a play with tomorrow.

I just knew Simon would win The Apprentice even though I was rooting for Christina. I found him so annoying but I can see Sir Alans point in employing him. I have to say that I am awfully glad that his building won't actually get was hideous.
Can't wait for the next one now......I am well and truly hooked.

Well my book calls so I am off to have a read and a cup of coffee.

Bye for now

  1. I Love that card, Sheila. Call that an ealy night?!!! It's very early morning! Hahahaha. Love Ali xxx

  2. They are beautiful stamps Sheila... I take it you don't like the silver mirri card then? LOL

    Rosie x

  3. Ohhhhhh - just stunning Sheila.

  4. This is a fabulous stamp Sheila - love what you did with it.

  5. Oh Shelia she is STUNNING!!! beautiful piece...
    have you seen that Technique Thursdays challenge this week is Tissues.. just thought I'd mention it because you used tissue on this scrummy card..

  6. LOVELY card! Great idea to use tissue paper, it really looks good with this elegant stamp!

  7. Just beautiful. Pink is a favorite color of mine too. I think the tissue gives it such a nice texture.

Thanks for taking the time to leave me a message.
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Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Watched It Wednesday - DVR

I will keep this short and to the point. What is on your DVR? I really would like to know what shows you are watching. Please make a post if you're a blogger and link us to it, or just leave us a comment. Here is a list of the shoes we DVR that I watch.[inlinkz id = 5]

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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Marquette University Law School - Sports Law Conference

Marquette University Law School is hosting its annual conference on October 22, 2010. The title of the event is "The Increasing Regulation of Sports in a Declining Economy." I have attended in the past and highly recommend it. CLE credits are available. The conference website can be found here. Conference panelists include the following:

  • Matt Banker (L'01), Assistant Commissioner for Institutional Services, Ohio Valley Conference, Nashville, TN

  • Mary K. Braza, Partner and Chair, Sports Industry Team, Foley & Lardner LLP, Milwaukee, WI

  • Steve Cottingham, Director of Athletics, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI

  • Rodney Fort, Professor, Sport Management and Associate Dean for Graduate and Faculty Affairs, School of Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Jeff Gewirtz, Senior Vice President & General Counsel, NETS BASKETBALL/Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, East Rutherford, NJ

  • Martin Greenberg (L'71), Managing Member, Law Office of Martin J. Greenberg, LLC, and Member, Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District, Milwaukee, WI

  • Greg Heller (L'96), Senior Vice President & General Counsel, Atlanta Braves, Atlanta, GA (Class of 1996)

  • Nancy Hogshead-Makar, Professor of Law, Florida Coastal School of Law, and Senior Director of Advocacy, Women's Sports Foundation, Jacksonville, FL

  • Robert Kaler, Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel, United States Soccer Federation Foundation Inc., Washington, D.C.

  • Robert H. Lattinville, Partner, Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP, Saint Louis, MO

  • Ilhyung Lee, Edward W. Hinton Professor of Law & Senior Fellow, Center for the Study of Dispute Resolution, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO

  • Jim McKeown, Antitrust Practice Chair, Foley & Lardner LLP, Milwaukee, WI

  • Richard H. McLaren, Professor of Law, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada, Counsel to McKenzie Lake Lawyers LLP, and Member, Court of Arbitration for Sport, Lausanne, Switzerland

  • William Miller (L'96), Assistant Professor, Health, Exercise Science & Sport Management, University of Wisconsin - Parkside, Kenosha, WI

  • Matthew Mitten, Professor of Law and Director of the National Sports Law Institute and the LL.M. in Sports Law program for foreign lawyers, Marquette University Law School, and Member, Court of Arbitration for Sport, Lausanne, Switzerland

  • Matt Parlow, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Associate Professor, Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, WI

  • Jill Pilgrim, Principal & Business Counsel, Precise Advisory Group; Chairperson-Arbitrator, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority; President, The Center for The Protection of Athletes Rights, Inc.; Principal, Pilgrim & Associates Law Office (New York, NY and Miami, FL)

  • Marti Wronski, Vice President and General Counsel, Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club, Milwaukee, WI


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Monday, May 29, 2006

Gigapxl Project

I first discovered the Gigapxl Project thanks to my dad who read about it in a magazine. What is the Gigapxl Project? It is an amazing photographic project that is probably best described by those involved with it. Here is the project's Vision as described on the website:

Defining the upper limits of large-format photography, digital scanning and image processing, custom-built Gigapxl™ cameras capture images with unprecedented resolution.

It would take a video wall of 10,000 television screens or 600 prints from a professional digital SLR camera to capture as much information as that contained in a single Gigapxl™ exposure.

The Project's near-term goal is to compile a coast-to-coast Portrait of America; photographing her cities, parks and monuments in exquisite detail.

A longer term goal is to create for future generations a world-wide archive of vanishing cultural and archaeological sites.

Thanks to my dad's timely discovery, I was able to see the Exhibition at the Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego last summer. I had seen the pictures on the website before going to the museum exhibition, but nothing quite compares to seeing them in person!

The Gigapxl Project captures such a wide variety of experiences. Some of my favorites are scenic shots of places such as the Grand Canyon, Big Sur, the Great Fountain Geyser in Yellowstone, and the recently added Canyon de Chelly National Monument in Arizona. They also have amazing shots of Times Square, the Space Shuttle Discovery, the Mormon Temple in San Diego, a Panorama of San Diego seen from Coronado, and even Petco Park! To see the images I mentioned above, just click on the names to go directly to that image in the gallery.

The site also shows how the spectacular resolution allows to zoom in on specific parts of the pictures. My favorite is probably the photo of Black's Beach, a famous (infamous?) clothing-optional beach in San Diego. They actually had to pixelate the features of some of the people in the photo to protect their privacy. And they captured some men up on the cliffs with telescopes and such trying to see down to the beach LOL! To see more of the images, visit the Image Gallery.

Since all of us are not able to travel along with the Gigapxl Project, we can keep up with the progress via the website. They keep a travelogue as well as a map that shows all the places visited. You can even download the gallery images to use as wallpaper on your computer! In fact, the pictures here in this post are the wallpaper images I downloaded to use on my computer.

I, for one, can't wait until they start the world-wide journey! If you are interested in learning more, feel free to go explore the projects website,

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Stacy~ said...

These are some gorgeous pictures! I like the whole gigapxl thing!


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Saturday, September 1, 2007

Lillie's Little Sweater

Put me in a car and give me some knitting with hubby driving and all deadlines can be met. I finished the baby sweater I was working on for tomorrow's Christening partylast night. This sweater has been part of my knitting life for many many years. I use an outline form of this sweater to teach beginning knitting. Amazing what they could do. It starts at the top of the hood, then down the back is the same as turning a sock heel. Downward it goes. Worsted weight yarn makes it easy and quick to knit. Several years ago my knitting camp friend Carol Anderson saw one and asked if I would work with her to publish it for others. Share sure I will, she took the directions and fine tuned them. Lots of pictures and helps. Carol named it "Lillie's Little Sweate" after my granddaughter and even used her in a "centerfold" picture. I always make this as a baby gift. If you are interested in a pattern contact your local yarn shop. If they don't have it or can not carry it write to Carol at: Cottage Creations Carpenter, Iowa 50426-0070. Yes indeed it is the same place there are lots of other fun patterns. Now I need to work on getting things ready for Monday's Blast OFF!

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Thursday, April 17, 2014

Funeral (14th April)

On Monday (14th April) , attended the funeral of my Aunty.  I didn't sleep well the day before, woke up 3 plus and couldn't get back to sleep and also that her funeral is at 9am in which the cortege will be leaving from her place at 8am, and i was worried i might be late.

Casket being carried into the hearse

We walk a short distance before boarding the transport taking us to Mandai Crematorium.

A service is conducted at Mandai Crematorium

Piss off at that time as one of my aunty friend, her handphone went off and i don't understand why before coming into the hall, she can't put her handphone to silent mode and has cause some distraction.

Taking a last look

Taking a last look

Family members taking a last look

Being push in for cremated

Having refreshment at the hall after the cremation

After the transport take us back to my aunty void deck, we are served seafoods yee mee.

  1. You must be glad you managed to send her off and was not late. That friend is so inconsiderate not to put her hp on silent mode.

  2. A peaceful mass. Yes, that friend should be considerate and turn off the phone or put to silent mode.

  3. dunno what to say....only can say my condolence to you and your family

  4. good morning Sharon!!

    my deepest condolence to you and your family, and may your aunt RIP..

    good morning everyone and have a great day ahead..

  5. My deepest condolence to you and family.

    Get a good rest Sharon.

  6. My deepest condolence to you and to your family, stay strong!!!

  7. My condolence to you and family again. Hope you will be strong always as we all embark in this journey of life.

  8. Glad that you could make it to the funeral.

    Stay strong!

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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Thinking of Linda

I went back to work last Wednesday. I felt ready to be at work. My co-workers from the Chief on down were very supportive and helped put me at ease. I was exhausted by the fourth day which was Saturday. That morning while driving to work I had to fight not break down and start crying. I know it is alright to cry, but once I get started it is hard to stop and I can not be crying at work. I was so glad that my first week back at work was behind me.

Last night on Monday I had a voicemail on the home phone from Linda's father John. It was late so I waited until today to call him. It was great talking to him. He mentioned the "Making Everlasting Memories" web site that the funeral home made for Linda. I looked up the web site today and it was so beautiful, it brought me to tears. Paige heard me crying at the computer and was a little concerned. I told her that I was fine I was just so impressed with the website.

I encourage anyone that follows Linda's blog to check out this website. Just type in Making Everlasting Memories and then a place will pop up where you can type in Linda's name.

Before I end this I would like to thank everyone for their support and prayers. I would also like to post that we were able to find the necklace of Linda's that Reanna was looking for. I know that she is truly happy.

Saturday, March 21, 2009

A week without Linda

It has been one week since our beloved Linda was laid to rest. Even now at times it does not feel real. I think that this is just a bad dream, and that when I wake up she will be back with us. But I know in my heart that she is gone, and that is when the pain and loneliness sets in.

I try and keep busy and stay focused on being strong for Reanna and Paige. I draw my strength from my family and friends. They have helped me all along, especially this past week. I am trying to be more active in the girls lives, and be the parent that Linda always tried to help me become.

Reanna is a very strong girl, just like her mother. She appears to be alright and also tries to stay busy. She spends time with her boyfriend Ben and also with her little sisters. I know that she will be starting work sometime soon at Great America. Please continue to pray for her.

Two days ago Reanna and I started going through Linda's belongings in our room. Linda wanted Reanna to have any of her personal property that she wanted. Reanna was unable to find a replica Tiffany necklace that she had given Linda as a gift. The last time any of us had seen it was a few weeks ago near our television in the room. She looked and looked and was unable to find it. She did not tell me, but I know she was very upset. I told her I would continue to look around in my drawers, hoping to find it. She said that she would continue to look in her room. I just hope that while Linda was conscious, she told a friend or family member visiting to put it in a safe place in our room, and that I will be able to locate it and give it to Reanna.

Life is not the same without Linda. We miss her so much.

Sunday, March 15, 2009

My Linda was laid to rest yesterday. Everything turned out beautifully. Linda's spirit was present and gave us the strength to get through the day.

The service Friday night was informal. Pastor Greenlee started out with a few words of encouragement. His daughter Stephanie then sang Amazing Grace and moved everyone to tears, it was so beautiful. I then spoke and few words and then invited anyone in the audience to share any special stories or memories of Linda. I was so encouraged while looking out into the audience, the chapel was packed. I know Linda was smiling down and encouraged as well. Several people shared touching memories about Linda. I then spoke again about Linda's great faith and what a loving wife she was. My co-worker and friend Terry Foskey then finished the evening with final words of encouragement and a prayer.

The Saturday service and burial was more formal, but just as beautiful. The pastor gave a beautiful sermon and then invited the immediate family to say any closing remarks. Linda's sister Lisa and mother Teresa said a few words from the heart. I then spoke about what a wonderful mother Linda has been to Reanna and how proud Linda and I are of her.

Linda's cousins Michael, Frank, and Brian were Pallbearers along with myself and my friend Joe. Linda's nephew Michael rounded out the team because I know he will always have a special place in his auntie Linda's heart. I also chose her nephew because he is a true American hero that has given so much to this great country while serving in the military.

We then escorted Linda to her final resting place. Her plot was a final gift to Linda from my stepfather Tony. He loved Linda tremendously and lavished many gifts on her while she was living. The pastor said final words and then Linda's sister Anna's friend Anthony sang two beautiful songs. We lowered my Linda to rest.

After the services we went to the Los Gatos Hills for a gathering/celebration to honor Linda's memory. The beautiful house was provided by Reanna's aunt Reyna and her husband Jay. Everything was so peaceful and the scenery was majestic. I lost my breath when I first walked into their backyard and beheld the splendor of the view. I know my Linda was smiling down on us, and me in particular because I stress so much, and she was once again letting me know that everything was alright, that I did not have to stress at all, because God and her were going to make sure that every detail was perfect. And it was.

Friday, March 13, 2009

Trying to get through the day

Today will be a very hard day. Today we begin to lay to rest our beloved Linda. I have not seen my beautiful wife since she was picked up from our home on Monday. I hope I do not fail her. Please continue to pray for our family that we may have the strength today and tomorrow to make Linda proud.

The gathering/pot luck after the service on Saturday will be held at the following address. 23457 Summit Rd. Los Gatos, Ca 95033

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Services days and times

Reanna, Teresa and I thank everyone for all the phone calls and offers to help in any way. Even though we have not taken many people up on these generous offers, just knowing that people love Linda so much, and care about our well being as well, is a great help in this trying time.

I am posting the details for Linda's service. On Friday 03/13/09 from 10a.m. to 6 p.m. will be a viewing at Oak Hill cemetery. From 7p.m. to 9p.m. on Friday a service will be help in Chapel of the Oaks. On Saturday 03/14/09 at 1 p.m. will be a service with burial to follow about 2:30 p.m. A pot luck get together will be held shortly thereafter in Los Gatos Hills.

I will update tomorrow with more details about the pot luck or you can call the house to ask what dishes are needed.

Monday, March 9, 2009

No more pain for Linda

My beautiful wife is now at rest.

Keeping vigil

Each day Linda's parents, Reanna and I keep watch over our precious Linda. Linda's sisters Anna and Lisa and Linda's friend Lorie also stop by and visit with Linda daily. We start early in the morning and end really late at night. I then wake up with her about every two hours through the night. We all are tired, but I know there is no other place any of us would want to be.

My cousin Sophia has also been stopping by each evening to see Linda, as well as be someone that I can lean on in this difficult time. We spend each evening sitting on my cot next to Linda's hospital bed, watching t.v. and talking quietly, with Linda constantly on our minds and hearts. This has been a blessing. I do not think I would have been able to hold it together so far without her.

Our main concern is keeping Linda comfortable and out of pain. This has been a struggle the last couple of days. Yesterday her nurse Angela increased the morphine patches, but it still took about 12 hours before Linda appeared comfortable.

Friday, March 6, 2009

Feeling Guilty

My Linda has not been able to speak with us since the last post. This gives us so much time to sit near her and reflect. I try to focus on the positive, such as the many fond memories I have of her. But my mind keeps going back to somehow this is my fault. I blame myself for what has happened to Linda.

I try and think rationally and tell myself that cancer just happens, even to good people like Linda. But I feel that it should have been me, not her. Linda is the one with the pure heart. Linda is the one that does not judge people, but accepts them as they are. Linda is the one that always looks at the bright side and believes in the good of humanity. I am so negative. My wife's light has always been able to outshine my negativity. Even now with my wife in this condition, she is still the most beautiful, positive force I have ever come across.

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Final gifts from Linda

Yesterday was really hard. Linda was asleep and unresponsive most of the day. Her brother Raymond had arrived from Arizona. It took him 30 hours to get here. His car broke down in Los Angeles, and he had to stay in a run down motel, on the wrong side of town, until his car could be fixed the next day. Her brother finally makes it her safely, and Linda is so out of it that she does not recognize him. Raymond and I and Linda's parents sat in the room for hours, hoping she would wake up. Around 7:30 p.m. Linda's brother and father left for the evening.

I kept thinking for hours that Linda would be out of it like this until we lose her. The Hospice people told us that this day would come. I just wasnt prepared, eventhough we had been told. Later that evening her sisters, Anna and Lisa returned. They were in the room along with me and Linda's mother. All of us were down because we realized that we may not get another chance to tell Linda that we love her, or see her smile again.

About an hour later we all drifted to different parts of the house. I was in the kitchen on the computer. I was reading the comments posted from the first time that I blogged. I started crying because I could feel the love pour through the monitor. My Beautiful Linda touched so many lives through her blog. I guess that is why she insisted on me learning how to blog. From day one of dating Linda, all through our marriage, and even now my wife is teaching me, in her gentle and patient way. Linda's mother went back into the room for something. I could hear Linda moaning. I went to the bedroom and saw that she looked awake. I stood next to her and told her that I was on the computer reading the comments about her blog. A big smile appeared and she said, "See baby, I told you." I started crying and kissing her forhead, cheeks and mouth. I ran to the living room and told her sisters that she was awake. We all ran to the bedroom and spent the next 20 minutes or so laughing and telling her that we loved her, her doing the same. We then let her go back to sleep.

I know we do not have as much time left with Linda as we would like. But I am grateful for these final gifts from my Linda.

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Taken a turn for the worst

This is Linda's husband Sebastian updating her blog. My beautiful wife has taken a turn for the worst. She no longer has the strength to do this herself. On 02/26/09 the open wounds on Linda's upper left thigh began to bleed profusely, she was also in so much pain that all the medications had no effect. The hospice nurses told us to give her pain meds as well as anxiety pills every two hours until the pain subsided. The pain lasted the rest of the day and all night long with no relief from the pain meds. The next morning Linda wanted her parents, sisters, and Reanna and I in the room, she felt that she would be leaving us that day. It is now two days later and Linda is still fighting to be with us. Lots of friends and family members have been stopping by and calling to keep her spirits upbeat. Linda's parents and sisters have been helping Linda, Reanna and I get through this, we could not do it alone. We apologize for not answering any emails, but we do not have the time right now. This is my first post, it may take a few tries to get this down. I will update this daily with news of how Linda is doing.


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Osiris in front of the intersection ladder

The chained underside of an access panel. Cheapskates.

Me in the tunnel

    At many times, as we went deeper, we heard banging around somewhere. This was either the solenoids in pipes near the Physical Plant, or people walking over access panels overhead. It still freaked us out at first, and I have several minutes of just blackness on the videotape, as we spoke in whispers about what to do if overtaken by the gremilins, c.h.u.d.s, Its, or whatever the heck else was stalking us. But I remembered the documentation by Reverse Logic on the College Tunnels site, figured it must be the solenoids, and deduced we were pretty near the Physical Plant now.

We reached an intersection in the tunnel, where a smaller pipe crossed our path. There was a little ladder, like a style, over it, surrounded by a bunch of buttons and guages and wheels that I was hoping we didn't disturb as we climbed over. I handed the camcorder to Osiris and went over, then filmed him climbing over. I then started down the tunnel again, but he told me to come back for a second and look. I did and what he had found was a whole new passage connecting to the main one; it was hidden by this little partition, and all the wheels and knobs. You could only see it if you knelt down and peeked under the intersecting pipe. I thought that the smaller pipe was just imbedded in the main tunnel wall, but it had its own tunnel and I didn't see it. Actually, the smaller pipe did come out of the wall on one side, and went into the new tunnel on the other side, so the intersection was a T, not a cross. This is another good reason to go UEing with friends; they might see what you miss.

The new tunnel was smaller than the main one. We looked into it and saw rows of lights in the distance. We decided to continue on down the main tunnel and come back to it. We kept going, and there was little change in the tunnel layout; same huge pipes, still going down, with access panels every now and then. We counted four of those, I think. They were all chained down from the bottom. There was a big chain that went through steel loops on the underside of the panel and went down to a padlock on the wall with ribar through it. So now we knew why the stupid things would never open.

Eventually, the tunnel leveled out, then it turned to the right. It only went a little farther after this before coming to another gate. This one was locked tight and the bars were way too close together to squeeze through it, packs or no packs. We were disappointed. On the other side was an open space which we could delineate because of a light on the other side. The light was above us, like it was on a platform. I think it was some kind of control station for the system, and I think we were pretty close to the Physical Plant. I'm afraid we did not take any pictures of this, because in our excitement at slipping through the first gate, we left the still camera behind with our packs. Pictures would have been crud anyway.

Back to the intersection. We climbed down under the smaller pipe into the narrow passage, with the lights in the distance. The heat immediately shot through the roof. It had been pretty warm in here from the start, about 80-90 degrees we thought, but in this more enclosed space it was like walking through steam. It had to be 120 degrees, with the steam lines inches from our bodies the whole time. The whole time didn't prove to be long; we backed out before we had reached the lights. It was too hot, and we couldn't see the end of the tunnel. I am almost certain it led to the basement of Kimpel Hall, one of the largest structures on campus, but I may be wrong because of the intense heat.

We retraced our steps back up the sloping tunnel, slipped through the gate, and got the digital camera. We zipped back down a ways to get some pictures, but didn't go all the way to the end again. Then we grabbed our packs and returned to the entry point. We stayed there crouching in the shadows and listening for passerby, then scrambled up the pit walls and out of the construction site.

The camcorder's batteries went out pretty quick; I only got about 15 minutes of video. We also got 14 pictures. We might have gotten more if we a) had remembered to take it with us all the way in and b) hadn't borrowed it from the control room of a church which will remain unnamed and been all worried about breaking it or having someone miss it and getting Osiris in big trouble. If we ever find a way back down there, it will be difficult to go very far, because they have the whole place tightened down and partitioned off with gates. I guess there probably were people down there in the past 6 years, and the Physical Plant workers got tired of it. Ah well. We've had our day, fulfilled our ambition and proved ourselves as urban explorers.

This is where we dropped our packs and squeezed through

The pit where we climbed in and out

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LBCC Professional Development Workshop: Effective Business Writing

The workshop Effective Business Writing: Module 1: The Top Four Ways the Reader Breaks Your Writing will be offered through LBCC Business and Employer Services Tuesday, July 23.
Learn how to avoid written communication patterns that allow the reader to misinterpret your intent. Instructor Eric M. Witchey, a 25-year freelance writer, teaches the top four sources of written miscommunication, how to recognize them, and how to revise effectively.
This workshop will be held from 8 a.m. to noon at Linn-Benton Community College, Calapooia Center, room CC-211, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany.
Cost for the course is $79 per person, or $69 each for three or more from one company. For more information or to register, contact the LBCC Business and Employer Services at 541-917-4923.

LBCC Volleyball Clinic for 6th–9th Graders

LBCC will hold a Summer Volleyball Clinic August 5, 6 and 7 for girls and boys who are entering grades six through nine.
The clinic will provide three days of three-hour sessions that includes instruction on the all aspects of the game including serving, passing, hitting, setting, blocking and defense.
Cost is $60 if registered before July 15, and $75 after. Preregistration is preferred.
The clinic will be held at the LBCC Activities Center gym, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany. Grades six and seven will meet from 9 a.m. to Noon, and grades eight and nine will meet from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. each day. For more information or to register, contact LBCC volleyball coach Jayme Frazier at 541-917-4253 or get the online registration form at

LBCC Community Education New Summer Classes

New classes in cooking, dance, foreign language and Internet safety will be offered by Linn-Benton Community College Albany Community Education this summer.

Classes include: Hint of Morocco cooking class; Latin Dance Sampler; Summer Swing Medley; Languages and Cultures of India; Spanish for Travelers; American Sign Language I & II; and the class Internet Safety.

Classes start June 24. For more information or to register, contact LBCC Albany Community Education at 541-917-4840.

Spring Term Honor Roll

The following students at Linn-Benton Community College earned a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for 12 or more graded credits during spring term, April to June 2013. These do not include pass/no pass or incomplete credits. Students are listed by hometown.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Mohammed Alharsousi

Adair Village, OR
Richard A. Brown, Nancy A. Jackson, Heather Willis

Al Jaffer, Saudi Arabia
Ahmed Aljamaan

Albany, OR
Cheyenne D. Abram, Shannon A. Affolter, Jillian A. Alden, Meagan R. Anderson, Scott S. Backer, Kylee M. Barnes, Paul E. Benshoof, Kayla J. Berg, Zachary M. Bickford, Larissa D. Blackwell, Evan Blaylock, Jennifer L. Boss, Brandi R. Brazil, Samantha J. Brotherton, Devon W. Brown, John O. Brown, Katie M. Bryan, Christopher N. Bryant, Jonathan T. Calderwood, Steven L. Camfield, Joshua W. Casey, Travis T. Chambers, Kimberly J. Chytraus, Dakota R. Coffey, Jeff A. Collet, Justin L. Culp, Christopher G. Cummins, Michelle D. Danielson, Daniel L. Darrow, William L. Dekruger, Je…

LBCC 2013 Commencement Video

The LBCC Commencement video is available for viewing online below.

You can also purchase the video for $12 each (check or cash only) through LBCC Media Services, Willamette Hall room WH-110.

Order form available at:

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LBCC Drivers Education Classes Begin June 24

Drivers Education classes will be held this summer at Linn-Benton Community College in Albany, Corvallis and Lebanon beginning June 24.

LBCC’s Driver Education program serves students throughout Linn and Benton counties and is approved by the Oregon Department of Transportation.

The course includes Oregon state mandated 30 hours of classroom instruction, a three-hour parent/student orientation at first meeting plus 12 hours behind-the wheel practice and driver observation.

Registration requirements include completed packet, fee, original driver permit and one photocopy. Registration packets are available at all centers one week prior to registration or online at

Students must register at the offering LBCC center. On-line registration is not available. Cost for the course is $259 for ages 17 and under, $429 for ages 18 and over. Class must be dropped 24 hours prior to start date for refund.

For more information, contact LBCC Albany Community Educatio…

LBCC Class Microbusiness Commit

The class MicroBusiness Commit, for would-be business owners, will be held at Linn-Benton Community College starting July 9.
Developed for people who are ready to develop their business plan, the class will focus on writing your business plan and developing a funding strategy.
This three-week class will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning July 9 in LBCC’s Forum building, room F-202. Cost for this non-credit class is $149.
Scholarships are available based on income. For more information or to register, contact the LBCC Small Business Development Center at 541-917-4929.

LBCC Lebanon Center Photobooks Class

The class “Make Your Own Photobooks” will be held at Linn-Benton Community College Lebanon Center beginning July 31.

Learn how to create your own custom-made photo book using simple bookmaking software and editing tools.

This four-week class meets Wednesdays beginning July 31 from 6 to 7:50 p.m. at the LBCC Lebanon Center, 44 Industrial Way. Cost is $39.

For more information, visit the LBCC online schedule at or call the LBCC Lebanon Center at 541-259-5801.

LBCC Offers Real Estate Pre-License Exam Course

A Real Estate Broker Pre-License Exam course will be offered through Linn-Benton Community College beginning June 26.
Designed to prepare you for the Oregon Real Estate Brokers License Exam, this 150-hour course is the fastest way to qualify to take the state exam. The local real estate market is beginning to turn around. Now is the time to position yourself for the up-turn.
This 11-week course will meet on Wednesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning June 26at the LBCC Albany campus, 6500 Pacific Blvd SW.
Course content is mostly Internet based. Students are expected to have on-line capability, to self-study and attend all class sessions. A mandatory study session will be held on Saturday, September 7from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost for this non-credit course is $695. For more information, contact Barbie DuBois at 541-917-4927 or by email at

LBCC Holds 45th Annual Commencement Ceremony

The 45th annual Linn-Benton Community College Commencement Ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 13 at the Linn County Fair and Expo Center in the Willamette Event Center in Albany.
Graduates should plan to arrive no later than 5:45 p.m. at the Santiam Building behind the Expo Center. Doors open for seating at 6 p.m. No tickets are needed to attend the ceremony.
LBCC will award 1,250 degrees and certificates to 946 candidates this year, and approximately 125 students completed LBCC’s General Educational Development preparation program and will receive their certificates at commencement.
A traditional bagpipe processional will be lead by the Portland Metro Pipe Band, with posting of the colors by the American Legion Travis Moothart Post 184 of Brownsville.
LBCC President Dr. Greg Hamann will give the welcome and present several awards including Phi Theta Kappa and Distinguished Alumni awards. Amanda McCown, student body president, LBCC Student Leadership Council, will give the…


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So long Mr Nice Guy (or Ms Nice Gal to be exact)

If you know me personally you know I have serious issues with confrontation. I avoid it at all cost, unless of course I married you. :)
I've always been overly nice. I'm unable to send back my own meal even if its inedible. (Thank God Tom's braver than I am.) I rarely complain about horrible service unless its extreme...etc etc.
But I have been frustrated with my credit union for awhile. Today was the straw that broke the camels back. I said fine whatever to the teller as I figured she couldn't do anything anyway. Then came back tot he office and called for a supervisor. I suppose I could have been nicer about it but I'm tired of being nice when I'm not being treated fairly. So I expressed how upset I actually was...guess what? I got some seriously quick action.
Yeah I'm still going to be switching financial institutions (woo look all those big words) but I also got instant satisfaction. OK it wasn't instant it took them about 5 minutes to call back and tell me how sorry they were and how they fixed it.

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Aug 31, 2009

Not Me! Monday, 8-31-09

Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.

##If you're new to my blog please notice that "Not Me" Monday is sort of like opposite day##

This week was a really good week, devoid of very many typical emabarassing Not Me's!

Ok so I have one, I did NOT barely make it the boys school in time to get them Friday because I was thinking they got out at 3:20 even though 1- Timmy went to school all year there last year and 2-just the day before Tom and I 'discussed' release time and I had to look it up and then tell him he was RIGHT and they got out at 3:10.

I did NOT spend a great afternoon with my mom. Lunch, girl talk and just sitting and being with each other! Can't ask for more.

I did NOT put off planning anything for Tom's birthday. I am all about birthday's and always have my purchased made ahead of time.

He did NOT end up getting a fire pit and a movie (that I may have wanted).

I did NOT call on my niece at the last minute to see if she'd babysit so we could go out together since his family was all getting together to see the family band play. We did NOT have an amazing time.

We did NOT hear some great music!!!
I did NOT have a single shot!!!
We did NOT see a ton of family!

And we did NOT have some super yummy cake or sing happy birthday in a bar at almost 11pm!

And of course, this is NOT an actual photo of us, out of the house, together, without our children.

Despite NOT having any shots I was NOT a little late to church Sunday. I would NOT have skipped it all together if it wasn't for a committment to work the nursery during service.

I mean, I would NOT volunteer for such a task, thinking it be fine. And despite almost one on one volunteers thanks to some awesome teenagers, it was NOT the longer hour and a half ever, thanks to MY own child. He did NOT follow me around the entire time (if I wasn't carrying him) screaming! No my child is NOT jealous or spoiled or anything. He did NOT care when I held another very unhappy baby, took a little one to the potty, changed a diaper, etc etc.
I will NOT be waiting until my own child is out of the nursery before I ever volunteer again!

And my new amazing charm did NOT arrive just as we were leaving. I did NOT grab the envelope and bring it with me to check out in the car, and put it on.
This is NOT a photo of what is now one of my most prized possessions. A small, beautiful charm made with my mom's fingerprint on each side.
I do NOT think this is the best thing ever!!!!!!

And I'm NOT about to shamelessly plugging a fundraiser for Ezra, an adorable little 2 year old boy who's fighting a brave fight against Leukemia. If you visit Imprecious now you can get a charm just like mine with a special heart charm (also like mine) to show your support for all those who like Ezra have had to fight cancer. And 25% of the purchase will go to Ezra's "Kick Cancer's Ass" fund.

And I did NOT beg my oldest son to do this (a second...and third time) to get it on video

Or try about 15 times to catch Bryan doing even a little of his usually constant dancing on video

And I would NOT love some comments! Nope I'm not that shameless at all.

  1. Great post! You really did NOT have a good time! LOL So glad you did NOT do a shot, too. That would have been too much f-u-n! :)

    Thanks so much for following my blog. I am following you back! ;)

  2. Those videos are great!! I laughed so hard at both of them. oh, and I was so happy to come across your blog. You have three boys, AND you work. I have two boys right now, but would love a third child, however, I honestly don't know any dual working families with three kids. I'm glad to see/hear it can be done!!

  3. LISA!!!!

    loved the post! thanks for sharing the videos too--they are hilarious and OH SO CUTE! :) and i also loved the pictures--glad you guys could get out and enjoy yourselves! too bad i live so far away or i'd babysit :(

    xoxo megan

  4. Love your blog. Thanks for stopping by....

    Doula Mama

  5. Loved the post - and the videos too!!

  6. You have a Timmy too! You did a great Not Me Monday.

Thanks for leaving me a comment!!


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Well, I've made it almost 5 years now, so for better or worse, I continue on. I tend to blog in spurts as the urge to be creative erupts. As I don't have an artistic bone in my body, you will see very few changes in the layouts. Hey, I'm a reader not an artist like so many of the awesome bloggers I follow. I know you don't always have the time but if you stopped and looked, take a half a minute and say your piece. Recommend a book that you have enjoyed or hated for that matter. Thank you to all who visit.
Oh, and I moved my Google Friend Connect info and share this buttons to the top, as without our friends, who are we?

Monday, January 11, 2016

Destroyer by Brett Battles-* * * * *

Title: Destroyer
Series: Rewinder
Author: Brett Battles
Genre: Time-Travel
Rating: * * * * *
Publishers: 47North
Paperback: 252 pages
ISBN: 978-1503951594

FTC Disclosure: ARC provided by the publisher via Netgalley

With the whole of human history altered, Denny Younger may be the last rewinder in existence—and the last person on earth with a chaser unit capable of time travel. While caring for his ailing sister, Denny must discover a way to recharge his device before he’s left with no defense against a past that wants him dead.
Before long, Denny notices a mysterious stranger following him—keeping tabs on Denny, his family, and his friends. Is Denny just paranoid? Or maybe he isn’t alone in this new reality after all…
When his chaser is stolen and his girlfriend is kidnapped, Denny risks everything to get both of them back. Launched into a high-stakes chase that spans continents and millennia, Denny’s responsibility to save our future isn’t over yet. It will take all of his cunning to stop a threat capable of steering the fate of the human race into disaster.

1. Rewinder (2014)

2. Destroyer (2016)

I had the great joy of getting to read book 1, Rewinder, and then getting to jump right into Destroyer, within minutes. I have loved time travel books since I read The Man Who Folded Himself back in the '70's.
The only other book that was close to these was The Time Traveler's Wife.
This series is action packed and I was totally unable to put it down. The story could have ended with Rewinder as there was a definite ending to it. Destroyer leaves you with more of a cliffhanger that will leave you anticipating at least one more book in this series. This book is also an alternate history dystopian and has just a touch of romance. You totally need to have read book 1 to enjoy this book (which was fabulous).  It's a relatively quick read at only 252 pages, so just the right size for YA readers.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Chocolate Marshmallow Cloud Cookies

It's school holidays and with the boys home from school I have lots more time for cooking. It's just a matter of deciding what treat to cook. Today we baked chocolate marshmallow cloud cookies, which comes from my Mrs Fields cookie book. With my little marshmallow goblin helpers (goblin cause that's what they do when they help, gobble, gobble, gobble) we sifted flour and cocoa and added the marshmallows to the mix.

Chocolate Marshmallow Cloud Cookies

3 cups plain flour
2/3 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 cup white sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup salted butter softened
2 large eggs
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 cups dark choc bits
1 100g bag mini marshmallows, frozen

Preheat oven to 200°C/400°F. Put the marshmallows in the freezer prior to baking and keep them there, they need to be kept cold before they go into the cookies.

In a medium bowl combine flour, cocoa and baking powder. Set aside.

Combine sugars in a large bowl. Using an electric mixer, blend in butter, scraping down the sides of the bowl. Add eggs and vanilla, and beat at medium speeed until lght and fluffy.

Add the flour mixture and chocolate chips, and blend at low speed until combined. Batter will be very stiff.

Gather a ball of mixture in the palm of your hand, make a well in the middle and fill with 4-5 frozen marshmallows, cover over completely encasing them and forming a 2-inch-diameter dough ball. Make sure the marshmallows are covered otherwise they will spill out while cooking and become too chewy rather than soft and marshmallowy.  I have tried making smaller cookies with less marshmallows and have tried making them bigger, it just depends if you can handle the sweetness, they are very rich.  I prefer the smaller cookies.

Place balls on lined baking sheets, 2 inches apart. Bake 8-10 minutes. Cool on pan 2 minutes then transfer to a cool flat surface or pop into your mouth.

Anonymous said...

Your blog keeps getting better and better! Your older articles are not as good as newer ones you have a lot more creativity and originality now keep it up!

Lisha said...

Thanks Anonymous!! It's great to have some positive feedback!

Amie said...

Thanks for the recipe! A friend of mine made them when I was a kid and I really liked them. I am really glad to find them again. :)


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Top 10 Baby Essentials

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Almost every one of us is fond of babies. We all love to play with babies and we like all the stuff they do. Babies look very cute but it is not at all easy to handle these cute infants. You need many things to handle them and without these things, it is very difficult of you to handle them.  Therefore, if you are planning to have a baby then this article will help you a lot. Here we have the list of top 10 baby essentials. This article will prepare you will all the things which is essential for a baby.

10. Milk bottle and cover

Milk bottle is something which you will need every third second. Milk bottle has a nipple, which makes it easier for the infant to drink milk from it. The bottle cover is also necessary; it facilitates proper handling of the bottles. Additionally it will help in maintain the temperature of the milk inside the bottle.

9. Plastic sheets

Plastic sheets are very useful because infants can pee anywhere. You can make use of plastic sheets to protect your clothes and bedding  Plastic sheets will not let the liquid penetrate through them. And once the plastic sheet is filled with liquid you can immediately use it again. You just have to wipe the plastic sheet before using it again.

8. Potty seat

Potty seat is very essential for babies and it is very comfortable for babies. Apart from being comfortable potty seats encompasses many attached toys and is equipped with a safety harness.

7. Cushion corners

Cushion corners enhance the safety of an infant when he is playing in a particular area. This is particularly useful when your baby has started crawling. If you leave your baby in an area to play then make sure you make a boundary of cushions around him. This cushion boundary will save him from being injured.

 6. Car seat

Car seat is very important baby stuff. In long journeys, you can use car seat to make the journey more comfortable.  The car seat is not just comfortable for the infant but is also very safe. There is a safety harness present in the car seat, which assures the safety of the infant.

5. Strollers

Strollers are useful when you go somewhere along with your baby. The strollers’ removes the headache of carrying the baby in your hand. When you are going in market, you want your hands to be free so that you can manage all the things. However, if you have baby in your hand then all the things seems to be quite unmanageable. So you should use a stroller while going out.

4. Cradle

Cradle is something, which can give your baby a sound sleep. Since you cannot always carry your baby while he is sleeping so, you need something, which can take your place. Cradle is something with makes the baby feel that he is sleeping in his mother’s arms.  Large varieties of cradle are available in the market. You can select anyone of them according to your need and choice. Additionally cradle is better than bed because bed is unsafe for the babies. While sleeping, Babies have the tendency of turning and spinning, and since beds do not have any margin so they are unsafe.

3. High chairs

High chair is another very important thing you need. It helps you and your infant is alone at home. If you are alone along with your baby and you have a lot of work to do then high chairs will help you. High chairs are very comfortable and safe. You can make your baby sit on high chair while you do your work. This high chair encompasses all mom friendly features like waterproof seat pad, adjustable position tray, detachable toys to play, and a safety harness.

2. Mother bag

Whenever you go somewhere with your baby, you need to carry some diapers along with him. Apart from diapers, there are some other things, which are necessary for the infant like milk bottle, extra clothing and water bottle. For all this, you need a mother bag. Mother bag are available in the market in different sizes and shapes. You can choose a mother bag according to your need.  Mother bags are specifically customized to put in all the baby stuff. The mother bag is bifurcated in different section to make in more manageable.

1. Diapers

Disposable diapers are the most important thing, which is essential when you are handling an infant. There is no count on the number of diapers, which you need. You should keep ample amount of diapers with you. Diapers make your work easier and less problematic.  Large varieties of diapers are available in the market these days. Diapers today are more absorbents and they are customized, according to the need of an infant. Therefore, you can use diapers because they hardly have any side effects. Additionally these diapers are environment friendly and they do not create any sort of pollution.

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Top 10 Things to Do Before You Die

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Remember when you were a child? The world was at your feet. You wanted to be a truck driver, a space explorer, a rocket scientists or may be a chimpanzee. You thought you could do everything you wanted and be anyone you wanted. It was not a question of ambition, but belief. Simple innocent faith and belief. As you grew older, such innocence corroded away at the face harshness the world inflicted on you. Rules, regulations, materialism, happiness, disappointment and above all mediocrity. People pinned their expectations on you. You pinned expectations on yourself. You marked a level of success which you had to achieve to be considered worthy in the eyes of the world, your own family and friends and even yourself. Perhaps you worked hard to achieve those things. Today you might have all the things you ever dreamed of. But are you really happy? Content you may be, but you sacrificed real happiness at the altar of success, where you had to leave behind your childish dreams and hopes in order to be taken seriously in the adult world. Then perhaps it is time to revisit those ideas which ruled your days once. You should consider doing all those things which appealed once tremendously, but now you just dismiss as crazy. Whether you are a young college kid with your future before you or an aging office executive with salt and paper hair, don’t leave bucket lists for later. Do them now. It’s not the things itself, but the act of doing them that can be immensely liberating. You will on the threshold of a new and reinforced life. Try these things before it is too late.

10. Learn To Play A Musical Instrument

In case you already know how to play one, then learn a new one. When we are young and everything is new and fresh, we are excited to learn new things and improve our skills. But the more we grow, learning becomes an outcome dependent activity. We calculate how much benefit we can derive from learning something new, be it financial or material. People take college classes in middle age in hopes of an increment in salary, but rarely do something new just for the sake of it. Most consider it a waste of time and effort. Learning to play a new musical instrument takes immense skill and effort. It will harmonize and synthesize your cognitive and technical skills into creating beautiful music. The music you create will soothe the soul, filling you with happy energy. You will be dedicating hours of your life into soulful creativity and the experience and talent you will gain will be worth cherishing forever.

9. Volunteer For A Social Organization

Have you ever donated money to a charity? Has it made you feel good about yourself, thinking that the precious few bucks you donated will make someone else’s life better? If donating money is your idea of doing charity, then you live a very one dimensional life, with your house and job and television and car. Step out of your comfort zone. It will jerk the reality of the world you live in. Volunteer a couple of hours on weekends at an orphanage, old age home, HIV/AIDS Centre, disaster and rescue zones. You might think that you are helping the unfortunate. However, it is you who is being helped the most. The things you will see and learn, the way some human suffer and live will shake your perspective and enrich your life beyond imagination. If you want to live life to the fullest, then this is the way to do it.

8. Upload A Video On Youtube

Thanks to the wonderful times we live in, we have ways of expressing ourselves more than our parents and grandparents ever did. In the 1960’s, eons before internet existed, pop artist Andy Warhol coined the term 15 minutes of fame. Today, the relentless celebrity pop culture tends to make us feel small for not living life on the large side. Life does not feel worth as much of your pictures are not splashed on tabloids and the public is not dissecting your fashion choice. Fame is not on everyone’s wish list, but it sure does feel good. Don’t try fame for fame’s sake, but everybody deserves their fifteen minutes of fame on the world stage and so do you. Record a video on something you are passionate about. Either shoot a video film or sit in front of the camera yourself and talk. Talk about a particular film, book or music album or simply make fun of an aspect of society you think is ridiculous. Play the new musical instrument you learned in front of the world. Do something worthwhile and let strangers into your life. Their comments on it might be the start of something entirely new.

7. Learn A New Language

This is quite similar to learning a new musical instrument. However, while the former was for a purely personal sense of achievement, this one’s benefit will reap you lots of professional and social rewards. You might take up a language that is relevant in your area of work. For example, if you work in marketing then learning Chinese would be a good investment, given China’s recent economic boom. If your work is in the technology sector, then Japanese might be a good idea. Or learn the language of a country you always wanted to explore, be it Italian, French or Swahili. Khaled Hosseini has written that if culture is a house, then language is the key which opens its doors. Learn the language of a country which fascinates you. Your journey and exploration will be that much meaningful.

6. Live, Study or Work Abroad For A Year

An Indian lady I knew wanted to learn French. She quit her job, packed her bags and went to France. She stayed with an old farming couple in rural France, worked on their farm and explored the countryside on foot whenever she could. At the end of the year she returned to India, as fluent in French as any native Parisian. I should mention that before leaving, she knew not a word of the language. She explained that having no other means of communication, the only way to get things done was to speak the native tongue and thus her fluency. Femina magazine recounted her experiences in the travelogue section of their magazine. Her experience had been truly incredible. She had had the most amazing year, done the most mind blowing things and came back home a year later to pick up the threads of her life where she had left it off in India. Her example is an inspiration to me, one that completely intend to do, albeit in a different country, once things in my life settle down a bit. If stability is not your problem, then seek out this adventure now.

5. Tell Your Story

You were here, you lived laughed and one day will die. Your close ones will mourn your loss. But the inevitable dust onto dust and ashes and onto ashes will occur and the universe will move on without you. That is a terrifying thought. Capture your unique existence on paper before the inevitable. Death is not scary, it is merely another journey. But those you will leave behind, those who will be a part of your legacy and future will carry on your name. Their lives you have touched, and their existence has been rooted in yours. Your life’s story is of infinite value to these people, whose existence is intertwined with yours. Anecdotes from my great grandmother’s childhood are passed onto me and my siblings. Hearing her stories makes me realize what an amazing woman she was and how I would have loved to meet her. Despite being the first woman in Calcutta to have secured a college education for herself, there is little to document her tremendous bravery and achievement except for the family stories that her successors get to hear hundreds of years later. Though my other worldly aspirations to know her intimately will never come true, I take pride in the fact that I am of her and my own ambitions are choices are reaffirmed because I am hers. Your life and accomplishments are of immense value to those who love you. Write your memoirs, trace your roots and define your wings. Who knows, you might become a bestselling autobiography. Your successive generations will have something concrete and valuable with which to remember and cherish you.

4. Deep Sea Dive

Right where you live, but beneath you, exists a world so magical that it will take your breath away. The most unbelievable creatures populate this horizon and beckon you to partake of this exquisite experience. In the path breaking Bollywood film, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, one of the lead protagonists has a similar epiphany when he dons the scuba diving mask and plunges off the cliff of his terrestrial existence. The jewel toned colours of aquatic life enthrall and charm him, shake out every corner of sorrow from his soul and return him to land refreshed and rejuvenated. Whether adventure sports are your thing or not, this is one life experience you do not want to miss out on.

3. Run A Marathon

Do it simply because you can. If you cannot, then start training for it right now. By the time the next Marathon rolls around, you will be a pro and raring to take on the challenge. Training to take part in a Marathon will heighten your fitness, which is always a good thing. You will look good and feel amazing. You will feel young. These days, a number of Marathons are organized by corporate or charity organizations that donate money to causes, Run for whatever cause you believe in, but believe you me, the final achievement and victory will be yours and yours alone.

2. Live Like A Millionaire For A Week

By this I don’t mean you go about buying islands, helicopters and your very own harem. Juat get the star treatment. You have been earning a living for a while now. Penny saved is penny earned, I know. But what is the point of pennies in the bank when living is constricted. Don’t blow out your pension fund, but have an extravagant week where money is not an issue and you are pampered royal. Check into a five star luxury suite, get hot stone massages twice a day, travel about town in limousines, dine in the most exotic restaurants and slip the maitre d’ an extra tip to seat you next to a celebrity. Splurge on designer outfits and look extra glamorous. Your pocket will be slightly lighter at the end of the week, but your pampered derriere will be delighted.

1. Face Your Deadliest Fear

This bucket list is not all about fun and games. If you live your life hiding from things, that fear will only grow with time and manifest itself in other aspects of your life. I am not asking you to go all Fear Factor. But recognize and accept the fact that you are afraid. Question yourself why you are afraid of it. Most people are afraid of snakes. I am no exception. But constantly conditioning myself to not be afraid, I am able to go to zoos and look the reptiles in the eye. Watching rattlesnakes rattling away on animal planet does not make me faint, unlike some friends I know. I have no idea what I will do if faced with a real life Anaconda or Snakes On A Plane like situation. But I have to believe that given how strong I am trying to be, I will not completely collapse. Challenge yourself the same thing. If you are afraid of heights, elevators, flying, water, etc, do the things that scare you the most. As the slogan of a popular soda commercial goes, beyond fear lies victory.

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