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I’ve been knitting for about 50 years now and never did venture into making sweaters or socks or anything but scarfs and afghans. This course broke things down into easy little steps that can be done each day. No pressure and help was always available. I’m so glad that I have been able to take my knitting up a notch!

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I am a relatively new knitter, just learned in 2012. So making a sweater sounded a bit daunting…well a lot daunting! But Lacie and Johnny are wonderful teachers! They took each step slowly, were very patient, and took time to answer our questions. And best of all…it fits me!

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Talk about a confidence builder! WOW!! When I started this course, I had been knitting only a very short period of time. I hardly knew a knit from a purl. I’m now knitting things I would never have tackled before – all because this course gave me the confidence I needed to go forward. I highly recommend this course to anyone. Believe me, if I can do it, anyone can.

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The 30 Day Sweater Framework is based off your gauge, so you can use that pile of beautiful fiber you found on clearence, without substituting it in another pattern.

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Got an iPhone? Love your Kindle? Prefer Android? Doesn’t matter. Our online course works on all of them. All you need is internet access!

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“Millions of British homes are powered by electricity and gas made from animals or their by-products. They can come from factory farming, which means animal slurry and even body parts. Our friends at Ecotricity are the world’s only officially vegan energy company and their energy is only generated from renewable sources like the wind, sun and sea. They’ll make sure you’re not supporting the animal industry with your energy bills.

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Friday, May 6, 2016

40 Days of Gratefulness - Day 55

The ministry of presence. That was a sermon my Pastor preached on Maundy Thursday. And for some reason that thing has stuck with me over these last few weeks. I too, like many others found myself sad over the passing of Prince – possibly, the greatest musician of his time. And while Prince leaves a legacy through his music, I found myself particularly saddened that he died alone. I know, death is merely a fact of life but things seem more enjoyable when you have a little company.

'Reading the Express'
Now, I’ll share with you - there's a gazillion things I don't mind doing alone. Shopping, traveling, eating out, going to the movies, reading the express - which is really one of my all-time favorite things to do. But of all the things I don't mind doing alone, I really prefer company when I attend church. I suspect it's a holdover from growing up - we always went to church as a family. And as I get older, that desire to sit next to someone who I care about is no different. Now, for the record, you can always find a friendly face at church; someone who loves the Lord and is has come to worship. They usually have fabulous energy. Now, I've made plans attending with one or two friends - but after sitting next to their coat, pocketbook or cell phone, typically I tend to just meander in and sit wherever.

This is not to say that I don't enjoy service when I attend alone. I do. In fact, on Maundy Thursday, which was a phenomenal service by the way, during Communion I found myself particularly moved - grieving those folks who were no longer a presence in my life. I don't use the word grieved lightly for if fell fast and hard. And there I stood, weeping feeling like I could collapse at the enormity of it in that moment until ... a dear friend, who was in the pew in front of me sitting with her husband, reached back and grabbed my hand. Whew, that thing is messing me up right here as I capture my thoughts. By the way, Tanai, I love you for that. She didn't ask me a gazillion questions then nor later, she simply held me hand. No words, no judgments, no penetrating, questioning glances - just presence.

Now, it could have been Communion or the choir magnificently ministering my favorite song or simply because it was Holy Week, it is a time for reflection and I did have one or two things I was praying my way through. It could have been PMS but wherever I was, feeling utterly alone and amazingly small until ... someone simply held my hand. And instead of belaboring those who were no longer with me (although I miss them) - I began to focus on those who are here, who elect to walk beside and with me.

Now for the record, it just occurred to me in this very moment that I can't remember the last time I was feeling 'some kinda way' about attending church alone. It seems like ages ago but I suspect it's being in this Greeter ministry that I'm in the presence of fellow believers each and every Sunday. That for me shaking hands, smiling at folks, wishing them good morning - greeting them with a Holy Ghost hug or some sanctified sugar makes me feel not alone even when I'm am. It amazes me how writing my thoughts down, and apparently sharing them on the internet, which clearly doesn’t make any sense, brings such clarity to me -- but it does.

Looking back, I find myself trying to recall that sermon, wishing I had taken the time to take notes. Ahh, but let me be honest -- I cannot take notes, listen and comprehend all at the same time. Even when I sing in the choir, I can't sing, clap and rock side to side. Only two at a time for me and taking notes is just the same. Generally, for sermons I simply direct all my energy to 'being present' and in the moment, if you will. Listening, praying that the lesson falls deep into my heart and take root even when my head can no longer remember.

Some time ago, when I was young :-) a dear friend asked me would I come to the hospital for her first love was to be taken off of life support and she wanted me nearby. I don't know if I ever admitted this to her but I lied saying 'I wasn't sure I could make it because I had to go to work.' She said she understood.

And when I hung up that phone, I immediately got my little @$$ up, dressed, drag raced up the road, picking up my first boyfriend en route (as we're still friends) and sped to the hospital to be with her. Now, I'm not proud that I lied and am ashamed to even write that down - I pray that she forgives me. I could conjure up material to support the fact that I had planned to go to work that day but it simply frightened me to perhaps be in the presence of someone who was transitioning. But in that moment, shaking off that oh, so unattractive selfishness, I thought how frightened must she be, that just a week ago they were sharing dinner over their dining room table. And all she required -- was for me to just be there - in her presence. I absolutely could do that for she is my oldest and dearest friend - we go back like one-way pagers and name belts.

So, as I walked down the hall in the hospital -- holding hands, if I remember correctly with that first boyfriend. Haha - that makes me laugh as we were definitely not the type back then but his presence during that time made all the difference. He affirmed me, telling me I was going to be perfectly fine - that I was strong and I could do this;  simply being there for my friend. Aside: He actually talked me off the ledge when I took my friend to the funeral home later that week. I'll have to call him and thank him for simply being a friend for if he had put the press on, I would have backed it up on 'em real, real good. Anyway, I was a nervous wreck really, until ... I saw the expression of folks who cared about my friend. Our good girlfriend, ooh, we used to tear up those streets, friends from our middle school and the apartment complex where we met and became friends. Folks stopped and embraced me, remarking that they were glad I was there and that she would be happy to see me. Let me tell you, at the end of the day there was nothing macabre about his transitioning for when I entered the room, standing with her and her family, a silence filled the room and in that moment we knew he was gone. I remember not having any words, but she didn't require any - she only required my presence.

A few weeks ago, I shared with you what I learned about serving (Day 54) and now I'd like to share with you what I've learned about this ministry of presence. See, there is something important about having good people who care for you, love you and genuinely have your best interest around you, in your midst .. in your presence. That's plain and simple. Jesus understood - the importance of being in relationship with His father, prayer and being surrounded by people you care about and who care about you. Grr, I must get those sermon notes. I mean the Messiah aka 'The Son of Man', the only one, ever, in his human frailty wanted company when he went to pray in the Garden (Matthew 26:37, Mark 14:33). If I remember correctly, Jesus had just finished the last supper with the disciples but when he went to the garden, he only took a few disciples – the ministry of presence. And don't get me started how he even took the time from saving all of humanity forever, while he was on the cross no doubt, to make sure his Momma wasn't alone when he was gone (John 19:26 ) – there it is again, the ministry of presence. Now, the few disciples he had with him, those jokers kept falling asleep even when he asked them to stay awake and pray but ... he still felt better with them there. I mean, come on, you know how your family gets on your nerves, or folks act like they absolutely cannot miss the game or Fear the Walking Dead or Empire -- you get where I'm going with this thing. We simply feel better having our ‘peeps’ around even when they get on our nerves.

'Ministry of Presence' is fun!
I'll tell you, when this post first came to me, I was sitting on the plane with my crazy roomie. Now, my presence must have made this joker sleepy for she didn't say one word to me on the entire plane ride but look at how much fun I had taking pictures of her napping like her life depended on it. The ministry of presence sure is fun.

All of this to say, there's a ministry simply in your presence, period. Married? Get in each others' presence. Got children? Get in their presence. Family jacked up? Get in their presence. A friend or family member is struggling? Get in their presence.

Just this week, I went to the doctors with my mother, I even helped move her from the stretcher to the MRI machine for it was my pleasure and privilege to do so – she sure is brave. I even visited my grandmother that afternoon who's in the hospital suffering from the beginning stages of dementia or Alzheimer’s - she's brave too, for all she wants to do is get a fish sandwich and hit the casino ... hahaha, that is so her. Oh, and before I forget, my dear friend who lost her first love some almost 20 years ago, her and my first boyfriend (yup, the same one) came and sat with me while I visited my grandmother for she helped raise them too. Oh, yes, there is something about that ministry of presence because I felt better when those jokers walked in the room. Later that evening, I had dinner with a friend and a spa date with yet another for the week was heavy and I needed a healthy treat - those $5 Popeye's boxes are killing a sista'.

And just the day before, my dear friend, whose husband was ill, shared with me that he was not expected to make it and I'm sorry to say he didn't. But, in our brief conversation about everything and nothing, when I asked my dear friend what she was doing -- she simply replied, "I'm sitting here with my husband" -- yup, just sitting in his presence. Now, he transitioned at home, surrounded by his wife, his children, his siblings, his friends and I'd like to think it eased his mind and allayed his fears having those who cared for him most ... in his presence.

So, on this day 55 of 40 days of gratefulness, I'm grateful for the 'ministry of presence.' #40daysofgratefulness #beblessed

  1. Tears!!!! For I absolutely luv my friend with every fiber of my being...this post was written beautifully and every word I read sooo true! Thank you for being my friend and ALWAYS
    'in my presence '❣

  2. Thanks for sharing. We take presence for granted. Even when we're in someone's presence we use the time thinking and worrying about other thinks. This is a reminder to really enjoy the presence of family and friends and BTW you have that gift. You are great company

  3. Thanks for sharing. We take presence for granted. Even when we're in someone's presence we use the time thinking and worrying about other thinks. This is a reminder to really enjoy the presence of family and friends and BTW you have that gift. You are great company

  4. Dearest Cel, you have yet again blessed my socks off. Thank you for keeping JESUS and this ministry of presence business in the forefront. I'm so grateful for your presence. You are answered prayer to me and many. As Malachi says about you "you're the real MVP" Tanai p.s. you are hilarious and such a gifted writer.


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Do respiratory masks keep you safe from smoke?

SPOKANE, Wash. -Spokane continues to be smothered by dense smoke caused by wildfires burning in the Inland Northwest.

To help some people breathe easy, the City of Spokane has distributed 500 masks to at-risk citizens who are exposed to the poor air quality, particularly those who are homeless.

The masks were provided by the Spokane Regional Health District, but how well do they work?

"For people who have to be outside, respirator masks can provide some level of protection but there are caveats to their use,” the Health District told KHQ.

Those caveats include the following:

  • They can make it harder to breathe, so people with existing lung conditions should be aware.
  • Specific instructions must be followed to get them to seal correctly.
  • The masks won't seal correctly with facial hair.
  • You can't use them with small children.
  • They filter for particulates but not hazardous chemicals.

While the Health District does not guarantee the masks will keep you safe, they do say it’s better to be safe than sorry, especially for those who spend a lot of time outside.


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Seeking Help From a Car Crash Lawyer

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A car mishap lawyer is an attorney that provides lawful solutions to individuals that declare to have either been hurt, mentally or literally, as a straight outcome of an additional person, company, government institution or any type of other entity. Such attorneys focus on a certain area of the law called tort regulation. This is the body of law that governs a person's right to look for compensation for injuries experienced as the result of an additional person, company, public or exclusive entity's negligence. Tort legislation covers a broad range of circumstances including vehicle crashes, office injuries, clinical negligence and also slip and also fall injuries. The requirement to hire a car mishap legal representative emerges when an individual really feels that he/she has actually been harmed with no mistake of their own as well as agrees to look for justice with the courts. Lots of people know that cars and truck crashes take place often and that most vehicle crashes are the result of somebody else's oversight. Nevertheless, many people do not recognize that they might be entitled to compensation as an outcome of such oversight on the part of an additional person or firm. In the state of Michigan, for instance, automobile mishaps that entail a failure or destruction of home are additionally expected to be worked out with the courts.

If you are a victim of such automobile crashes, it is important that you get in touch with a car accident legal representative to obtain suggestions on your rights as well as to sue for compensation. See here to get in with a competent lawyer today. The initial thing that a car mishap legal representative will do for you is to assess the damage to your automobile. Your attorney will after that analyze the degree of your injuries. Based upon these initial evaluations, your lawyer will determine the very best strategy for going after the litigation. In most cases, your lawyer will either offer to bargain a negotiation out of court or will encourage you to head to court. If arrangements are not successful, your lawyer might look for to have the situation dismissed. In some instances, your lawyer may file a complaint versus the various other party or file a claim against the owner of the other automobile for neglect. Negotiations in between your auto accident attorney as well as the other celebration's insurance policy service provider or agent can lead to sensible amounts of money being paid to you as a result of a successful negotiation. If the amount of your negotiation is less than what you might be qualified to obtain under the scenarios, your automobile mishap legal representative can aid you obtain a greater negotiation via negotiation.

It is always useful to seek advice from an automobile accident attorney prior to litigating to talk about feasible financial settlements. Doing so will make sure that your legal instance will be dealt with in a fair and simply way. Along with going after financial damages for your injuries or the other event's oversight, your vehicle crash lawyer might likewise advise that you get a brand-new medical therapy or at least get pause from job. Also if your injuries are not severe sufficient to require time away from job, it is great to recognize that you are not alone and that there are other people struggling with injuries as well. People who are not covered by significant medical insurance coverage are usually not able to pay for the clinical bills and also discomfort and also suffering that occur with injuries endured in vehicle accidents. Seeking the guidance of an auto accident lawyer austin can help you decide whether or not you ought to go after a case against the various other chauffeur.

   The majority of people who have actually suffered injuries in automobile accidents encounter extremely challenging challenges therefore. These difficulties can be worsened when an irresponsible event declines to compensate for your injuries or deals insufficient settlement. Negligence is a difficult problem to verify, and also it is necessary to protect yourself from the harsh effects that occur with filing a car accident negotiation against one more chauffeur. If you have been involved in a car mishap, you may be qualified to receive economic settlement for your injuries. See site and learn more on this topic:

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When country singer Riley Green isn’t off hunting with his new pup or strumming the guitar, you can find Green hanging with a crowd much younger than him.

During the quarantine, Green is spending his downtime amongst his family, and he's specifically been getting lots of quality time with his niece Mattie and nephew Joe. Green has five nieces and nephews, and if you scroll through the singer’s Instagram, his time with them is well documented.

Joe has been hunting with his uncle since he was little, and Green captured his nephew’s latest catch on Instagram.

“My buddy got up early this morning and got after em. Got his first turkey,” Green captioned the photo.

While he’s BFFs with Joe, it’s taken his niece Mattie a little more time to become besties with her uncle. However, it looks like Green has officially accomplished that goal, and it may or may not have involved a little bribing.

Green posted an adorable photo of the two on Instagram, side-by-side in the country on a four-wheeler. He joked that he finally found the way to his girl’s heart.

“Perhaps my most important accomplishment of quarantine: I have somehow managed to trick my niece Mattie into being friends with me finally... all I had to do was buy a 4-wheeler,” Green writes.

Seems like the quarantine has been quite productive for the family man! Looks like girls headed after his heart might have some stiff competition from a little girl named Mattie.

When he's not hanging with his new friend, Green's keeping his songwriting skills refined, recently sharing a new song titled “Better Than Me”. The song perfectly summarizes the reflection time quarantine has allowed, the things we get to do while the rat race of life is on hold and the hope for what’s in store after all of this is over.

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Apple has long been about simplicity and minimalism. Steve Jobs’ philosophy was effectively that usability trumps choice. Sure, you lose the ability to customize your iPhone or iPad in the way you can an Android device without jailbreaking it, but what you gain in return is a device that is both more reliable and a lot more secure.

Jobs applied that same philosophy to Apple’s product range. When he returned to Apple in 1997, one of the first things he did was to rationalize the company’s product lineup, paring it back to the essentials. In 2008, he proudly told Fortune that “Apple is a $30 billion company, yet we’ve got less than 30 major products.”

Apple has, for the most part, maintained that approach ever since, famously saying ‘no’ to a thousand product ideas for every time it says ‘yes.’ But I still think there’s a little more work to be done in terms of rationalizing the company’s MacBook lineup …

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We’re used to seeing Apple at the top of customer satisfaction surveys– it even promotes its multiple JD Power wins as the highest ranked smartphone and tablet on its website. However, the latest numbers from the American Customer Satisfaction Index has Samsung taking the lead from Apple, at least when it comes to smartphones.

In May, the ACSI report, which surveys over 70k US consumers, showed Apple continued its lead for customer satisfaction, but Samsung was quickly closing the gap. The new ACSI report covering only smartphones shows Samsung has since been able to surpass iPhone thanks to strong scores from its Galaxy S III and Note II:

Samsung’s flagship model for 2012, the S III, receives an ACSI benchmark of 84 (on a 0 to 100 scale), beating Apple’s iPhone 5 at 82, the company’s most recent smartphone offering. Another Samsung model, Note II, shares the top of list at 84. Galaxy S4 is not included because the ACSI study was fielded just prior to its launch.

Apple still takes the top spot in many countries, including Samsung’s home territory, and also continues to lead in overall customer satisfaction outside of the smartphone category:

While U.S. customers give Samsung’s smartphones the top scores, Korean consumers prefer Apple. According to the National Customer Satisfaction Index (NCSI) in South Korea, which uses the same technology as the ACSI, the iPhone 5 has higher customer satisfaction than Galaxy S III… Unlike Apple, which has a smartphone-only lineup, Samsung offers both feature and smartphones. At 76, Samsung continues to lag Apple for overall customer satisfaction. Nevertheless, the company’s 7% gain in 2013 is a clear reflection of the strength of Galaxy S III.

Another somewhat surprising result today, and one T-Mobile’s John Legere definitely won’t be happy about, is JD Power’s 2013 wireless customer service satisfaction survey. Coming out on top for the first time is AT&T, ranking the highest in customer service and many other categories in the survey, and followed by Verizon, Sprint, and T-Mobile: expand full story


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Catch-Up Friday: Ready.Set.Write! (2)

I missed What's Up Wednesday this week because my internet was down Tuesday night. So Alz covered for me instead: she did two mini book reviews.

So here's my Friday catch-up post for What's Up Wednesday / Ready.Set.Write!

I finished Froi of the Exiles, which was excellent though I liked Finnikin of the Rock more. Still, I can't wait to pick up Quintana of Charyn from the library. What an amazing fantasy this is!

Currently, I'm reading this:

Nova Ren Suma's writing is delightful, moody, and surreal.

I think I mostly made my 500 word goal, despite the starts and stops. I am also working on "Luck," though not the actual WIP itself. I started writing a sort of side story thing that will help me flesh out some backstory details. I think I'm starting to have a breakthrough on a plot-point through doing so - which is cause for celebration!

Goal: I think steady and slow is the way to go for me, so it'll be another 500 words for me this week. I'll add that I hope to actually write stuff in the actual WIP, but I'll be content with just getting more words down on this backstory.

The fact that I'm having any breakthroughs on this long-stalled project is pretty freaking inspiring! That aside, I've also been inspired by the gorgeous honeymoon pictures my friend has been posting - or that's possibly just jealousy. The water in Tahiti is seriously UNREAL. I think I need a vacation...

It's summer, which means it is top movie-going season for me and the Sister. Since the last What's Up Wednesday/ RSW post and today, we've seen 3 movies (and we're probably going to see World War Z this weekend)! We saw This is the End, Man of Steel, and Monsters University. Brief impressions:

This is the End - freaking hilarious. I'm still laughing about it, and I still can't get over one special moment/cameo. I can't say more or I'll spoil it, but it's SO GOOD. The whole premise of the actors playing themselves is pretty interesting and also great for laughs.

Man of Steel - I can see why the reviews are generally mixed-positive. I liked it though - a lot more than I thought I would considering everything I'd heard. It is a truly visually stunning piece (there are really picture-perfect shots / artistic and symbolic), and Henry Cavill wears the cape well and plays a younger, less experienced, and more vulnerable Superman. Also, not gonna lie, he's damn easy on the eyes. Hans Zimmer's score is fantastic too. The mixed part of all this is that I still felt like there was something missing - possibly because the 3rd act was kind of weak, consisting mostly of overly long action sequences filled with ridiculous (srsly ridic) amounts of destruction.

Monsters University - Confession time, Monsters Inc. is not one of my top Pixar movies, but I love Pixar movies in general so I was excited for this prequel. That and less with the creepy children (sorry guys, Boo was more creepy than cute to me). And it was as cute and fun as I thought it'd be! Monsters U doesn't deliver the emotional punch (or complexity, really) of UP or Wall-E, but it's enjoyable, funny, and it has heart - friendship, nostalgia, underdog tale, and so on.

Bonus for me is that Pixar used my old university stomping grounds as inspiration for the MU campus - so it was super fun recognizing the architecture of Cal in the movie. (I spotted some of those knuckle trees, parts of Doe library, the Mary Poppins-look of South Hall, the pylons at the main entrance...)

The entrance gate of MU looks a lot like Sather Gate. (Yes, that's me...graduating.)

Also, I received this on Thursday. Hope I get to read it over the weekend!

Lastly, the Sister and I are trying to figure out what to wear to Comic Con! Definitely more stressful than you'd think it'd be...

Q4U: Do you plan on seeing any movies soon or reading any of the above mentioned books?

Sarah Goldberg said...

I saw Man of Steel, and agree with you both about Henry Cavill and the third act. For more Henry Cavill, may I suggest I Capture the Castle? It's a mediocre adaptation of one of my favorite books, but it has Romola Garai, Bill Nighy, Rose Byrne, a young Henry Cavill, and a musty old castle. So.

Julie Dao said...

I agree with what Sarah said - I Capture the Castle has a lot of Henry Cavill! I think I'll probably go see that Monsters University movie... I liked Monsters Inc. a lot, so I'll probably like this one!

Connie Keller said...

My husband and I are going to see a movie on Monday. We'd been thinking about MoS, but I think we'd be disappointed. Maybe we'll try MU.

BTW, great to hear that the writing's flowing!!

Anonymous said...

HOORAY FOR BREAKTHROUGHS! Glad to hear you're making some headway! Whether it's backstory, frontstory, mainstory, sidestory (I can keep going), any progress is good news.

Still totally overwhelmed with jealousy at your signed copy of TOATEOTL (worst acronym EVER).

I haven't seen a new movie since Star Trek Into Darkness, hopefully I'm up for it soon because Donnie is throwing a major BF over not having seen Man of Steel yet. -____-

Good luck with getting your 500 words done this week! YOU CAN DO EET.

linda said...

ooh, cool! i've been terrible at watching movies and even READING BOOKS lately. need to get myself to the library...


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Assemblymember Irwin Statement on the Tragedy at the Borderline Bar and Grill

(Thousand Oaks, CA) – “Our community has been devastated by the senseless tragedy at the Borderline Bar and Grill last night,” said Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin. “Today, we are reminded that tragedies like this can occur even in the safest of communities. My heart goes out to the families and friends of those that lost their lives.

Assemblymember Irwin Bill to support LGBTQ aging signed by Governor Brown

SACRAMENTO – AB 2719, authored by Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D- Thousand Oaks), was signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown last week. This new law adds sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression to the definition of elderly communities to be given priority consideration for programs and services administered through the California Department of Aging.

Assemblywoman Irwin secures $9.5 million for Oxnard sewer plant repairs

By Wendy Leung in the Ventura County Star

The Oxnard sewage plant treats about 32 million gallons of wastewater every day.

It is old and rusty and it occasionally fails, causing spills of partially treated wastewater into the ocean.

The struggling plant is the reason sewage bills have been steadily increasing these past two years. It is the reason four of the five members on the City Council faced the threat of losing their posts.

But some good news came to the embattled facility when Gov. Jerry Brown signed the state budget. Assemblywoman Jacqui Irwin, D-Thousand Oaks, has secured $9.5 million to go toward emergency repairs to the plant.

“It got our attention,” Irwin said. “There was so much politicking about it, eventually who’s going to be hurt are the residents. Hopefully, this helps move the city to stability.”


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12 Aug

36th Annual AADC Awards

For the first time in the AADC’s history, we are presenting ENERGISE the AADC 36th Annual Awards, coinciding with Marketing Week, MICON 2013. It is our privilege to headline their event at the Adelaide Festival Theatre on Monday August 12th.

For the first time ever our Category Winners will join our traditional Finalists Exhibition and be on display for the duration of MICON 2013.

Join us in your best dress to celebrate South Australia’s best in Advertising and Design. The evening begins strictly at 7pm with the awards presentation.

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Danbury city secretary accused of stealing $150,000 blames gambling problem

DANBURY, Texas (KTRK) -- Danbury City Secretary Jenny Brogger is off the job and facing a felony charge of theft by a public servant after investigators say they uncovered more than $150,000 stolen from the city over more than a year.

"It's just mind boggling to me that this happened," said Mayor Roger Stone.

The mayor says Brogger was a trusted employee who held the position for years.

"It breaks my heart what has happened because I've known her family for 25 years. They grew up in this little town," said Stone.

According to Brazoria County court documents, Brogger was writing checks and using the city's line of credit, but "Jenny Brogger was not authorized to make the transactions."

The state says the city discovered the discrepancies during a software upgrade, and when the city confronted her, Brogger claimed she had "taken the money from the City of Danbury's accounts because she had a gambling problem and was in a bind for money."

Neighbors are worried about what will happen to the city next.

"We don't have a lot of businesses, so our taxes are already high, the city taxes are incredibly high. I live just outside city limits, but my friends live here and to hear what happened, it's incredibly disappointing," said nearby resident Trina Robinson.

The mayor says the city bills are being paid, and the city has hired a CPA to restore financial order.

"Several council people are overseeing our bank accounts to see where the money is going or where the money is coming from," said Stone.

At the Danbury ISD office, the Superintendent, Greg Anderson, tells us Brogger holds the elected post of Secretary of the Board of Trustees, but her responsibilities don't include access to bank accounts.

"The signature appears on district checks, but it's an electronic signature. Board members never actually handle money or finances for the district," said Anderson.

We reached out to Brogger and her attorney, but they declined comment at this time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you don't see what you are looking for, contact Rich Dushanek, the Driver Education Program Administrator, at  or via phone at 978-266-2525 ext 3982 for assistance.

We will return to in-class instruction beginning in August 2021. As we receive updates from the RMV regarding operating protocol, we will post them here.

How old must my child be to take the Driver Education class?
They must be at least 15 years, 9 months old. Note: They must be 16 years old before they can obtain the Learner's Permit.

How much does the class cost?
All classes are $699.  In addition to the class fee, there is also a $15 RMV card processing fee required at the time of registration.

What does the fee include?
The full Driver Education package includes the following:
• 30 hours of classroom instruction
• 12 hours of in-car driving instruction
• RMV mandated 2 hour parent meeting
• 6 hours of observation: As of July 1, 2021, we will return to the 6 hours of in-car observation with fellow students. (Students who received their permits prior to May 29 may continue with the parent/guardian observation. )

How do I sign my child up for Driver Education?
Register online or call our office at 978-266-2525.

What topics are covered in the classroom instruction?
The full list of class topics can be found here

What if my child misses a class?
Missing class # 1 is not an option. In that class, we review all aspects of how the program works and students MUST be present.

The State of Massachusetts requires that students attend ALL class sessions. Students who miss any other class (#2-15) must make up the actual class missed, as each one covers distinct curriculum (i.e. if you miss Class #5, you must make up Class #5).

Contact Rich Dushanek to find out when the class needed will next be offered. If a student misses 3 or more classes, Community Education will charge a $100 fee.  Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, students may have to wait longer than usual to make up a class, as we are limited to the number of classes being offered throughout the year.

Will a missed class delay my child taking on-road lessons?
Yes, if they missed any of classes #2-5. Those cover the rules of the road and must be completed before a student can have an in-car driving lesson.

Does my child need a Learner's Permit to attend the Driver Education program?
No, it is not needed to begin the classroom instruction. However, students must have their Learner's Permit in hand for all in-car driving lessons. If a student does not bring their permit to the in-car driving lesson, the lesson will be canceled and the student will be charged the $60 lesson fee.

How does my child get a Learner's Permit?
You must go online to the RMV website in order to schedule an in-person appointment to obtain a permit. Your child can study for the permit test by reading the manual online at the RMV website.  Note: When you pay for the Learner's Permit, you may also want to pre-pay for the License and Road Test. Doing so will save time in the  Road Test/License process.

Is the Parent Meeting required?
Yes! The RMV requires at least one parent or guardian to attend a Parent Meeting  before a student  can begin their in-car driving lessons. Ideally, this will be the parent/guardian who will be doing the majority of driving with the child, but both parents are encouraged to attend. This class certificate is good for five years.

Who are the Community Education instructors?
All members of our Driver Education staff are fully certified, having completed RMV requirements to become Professional Driving School Instructors.  Our instructors have an average of 10 years of experience.

How does my child sign up for in-car driving lessons?
Once a parent/guardian has attended the RMV mandated Parent Meeting and the student has attended the fifth class, they will be given a sign-in and password for the In-Car Lesson Scheduling site. We strongly encourage students to schedule their own appointments; all in-car lessons are scheduled online.  A copy of the student's Learner's Permit must be submitted to the Community Education office prior to scheduling driving lessons; no exceptions.

Students use our scheduling software to sign up for 1 hour blocks with an instructor, and can sign up for any open appointment.  Due to COVID-19 safety protocols, both the student and instructor must wear masks. *Beginning July 1, 2021, students will sign up for 2 one hour blocks: one hour of driving and one hour of observation.

How long will it take to complete the in-car driving lessons?
The answer depends on how old children are when they begin the Driver Education program. Students who begin class when they are between 15 years, 9 months old and 16 years old will need to wait until they turn 16 to obtain a Learner's Permit. The best approach is to spread the in-car lessons over the next 4-6 months, as students must be at least 16.5 years old to apply for their Driver's License.  The RMV requires students to have a Learner's Permit for 6 months and to complete a Driver Education program before taking a Driver's License test.

Students are encouraged to practice driving at home in between lessons with us, so we strongly
suggest that appointments are not made any closer than every 3rd day (e.g. Monday, Thursday,

Do you pick up and drop off my child at my house?
No. We pick up at the Acton-Boxborough Regional High School.  If we picked up at home, we would not have time to teach all the maneuvers that students need to perfect.  We have 23
different skills we evaluate on every drive, including parallel parking and the rotary.

Can my child take in-car driving lessons during the school day?
Yes, if your child has a free period; some instructors are able to do lessons during the school day. Students should email Rich Dushanek at with their availability, and he will coordinate with the instructor.

What if my child has to cancel their in-car driving lesson?
If for any reason a student is unable to keep a lesson appointment, they must cancel their appointment online at least 48 hours before the driving is scheduled. A student is allowed to have a substitute fill in for them up until the appointment time.  Failure to cancel in advance or find a substitute results in a $60 fee.

What if my child is late for their in-car driving lesson?
Students should be prompt; instructors book back to back lessons. The instructor will wait 10 minutes after the appointment start time. Once this time has elapsed, the student is considered a "no-show" and will be charged a $60 fee.

How long does my child have to complete the Driver Education program?
Students have one year to complete the Driver Education program from the start of the class.  There is a $100 charge if the student exceeds the one year limit.

How does my child take the road test?
Visit the Scheduling a Road Test page for full details.

If you have questions for the RMV, call Customer Service at 857-368-8115.

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Walk in Freedom

The following is a guest post by Luke Larson

“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free, stand firm then, and do not let yourselves be burdened by a yoke of slavery.”
Galatians 5:1

If you were to describe your relationship with God, how would you describe it? Does it read the same as a relationship with a friend who you’ve fallen out of touch with? Or maybe even someone you have wronged and not yet sought forgiveness? Is it something on the back of your mind like a task that you know you should ‘get to when you have some time’ when you really just want to avoid it because it seems like too much to sort out?

This kind of thinking defined my relationship with God for many years. We all know the ways that we sin; we may be quite good at covering them up (although probably not as good as we think), but WE know the things we’ve done wrong. In our minds, these things create a mental rats-nest that becomes a barrier between us and God that only seems to get bigger over time. And as time goes on, it becomes far too overwhelming to sort out. So we go on with life, separated from God, living in a dull but constant guilt knowing that the barrier was built by OUR sin and one day we’ll have to answer for it.

Here is the amazing truth of the Gospel: You don’t have to sort it out. You can turn to God from wherever you are and walk in freedom and righteousness today. Just imagine not having to carry the burden of your sin. No more hiding parts of yourself or trying to keep up appearances while you are dying inside.

It sounds too good to be true, because social and civil expectations dictate that we pay for our mistakes. But don’t take my word for it, let’s look at what God’s word says about how He handles our sin.

“But anyone who does not love does not know God, for God IS love.”
1 John 4:8, emphasis added

“[…Love] keeps no record of wrong..”
1 Corinthians 13:5

“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.’”
Matthew 11:28

“For God so loved the world, that He gave his one and only son. That whoever BELIEVES in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
John 3:16, emphasis added

“But if we CONFESS our sins to him, He is faithful and just to forgive us of our sins and cleanse us from all wickedness.”
1 John 1:9, emphasis added

It is so clear that God is willing to forgive our sins. Most of us have heard this before but still, we tend to believe that forgiveness isn’t enough by itself. We still don’t know how to walk in freedom and righteousness. We know we can’t be perfect, even the Bible says we can’t. So once again, we feel stuck in a cycle of sin, guilt and shame.

Here is what God says about what to do next.

For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. For the whole law can be summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
Galatians 5:13-14

“So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinful nature craves. The sinful nature wants to do evil, which is just the opposite of what the spirit wants. And the spirit gives us desires that are the opposite of what the sinful nature desires…”
Galatians 5:16-17

Walk in freedom! Don’t spend all of your energy trying to be perfect, just go out into your daily life loving others and following the Holy Spirit’s lead.

And whenever you fail, as we all do, look up. Our instructions are simple. Bring your sin before the Lord, accept His forgiveness and move on.

We don’t have to sort it all out, we don’t have to correct our own ledger, and we don’t have to live in guilt.

Believe Christ is who He says He is.

Confess your sins to Him.

Love those around you and seek the Holy Spirit.

If you are doing these things, don’t let the enemy pull you back down into guilt and shame.

And here is the most important part of all of this:

Take God at His word and TRUST that you are righteous in His sight.

Christ died to make this way for you, don’t waste that gift by doing the process and not trusting Him with the result. You are a child of the most high God and He loves you with everything in Him. Try this now. Don’t put it off for another moment.

Do you believe that Christ is who He says He is?

Now confess your sins to Him, whatever they are. He can handle it. Are you angry with Him? He can handle that too.

This is the path to freedom and righteousness. This is the way that Christ made for us. He says that you are clean (1 Corinthians 6:11), a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17), righteous before God and free from the bondage of sin (Romans 6:7,18)

So here is the question:

Do you believe Him?


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Explore Reasons For Liquid Pollution in Liquid Pollution Essay

Explore Reasons For Liquid Pollution in Liquid Pollution Essay

Water Pollution Essays Writing Aimed at Raising Consciousness

You need to keep in mind the general rules of academic essay writing when you are about to work on your water pollution essay. First thing you ought to protect in your essay is describing the origins of water air air air pollution and its particular feasible results on humankind and nature that is global. Don’t neglect to mention that this dilemma has grown to become a actually worried issue all around the globe since water has become the many resource that is precious our planet.

Therefore, if you are completed with all the foreword element of your essay you’ll want to present probably the most widespread factors that cause this type or sort of air pollution.

  • The absolute most substantial factors behind water air pollution are different chemical substances which can be dumped to the streams through the factories. That is why, such substances as wastes from food processing, herbicides and insecticides, fuels and differing by-products of fuel combustion, cosmetic makeup products along with other industrial wastes pollute the worldwide reserves of water most regularly.
  • Another explanation of air air pollution that is constantly mentioned in water pollution essays is Thermal Pollution. You will need to mention that it’s the increase that is abrupt autumn for the water’s temperature brought on by individual task.
  • Finally, you will need to write on the normal phenomena that could cause the pollution. They are storms, earthquakes, volcanoes or algae blooms which also could cause changes that are significant the caliber of water.

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As soon as the factors are described, make an effort to think and write on feasible aftereffects of water contamination. For example, you can easily inform about such things in your water air air pollution essay.

  • To begin with, you need to talk about the fact lots of people die every single day due to bad and unsafe quality of consuming water. That it is probably the responsibility of every one of us and all together we can take the necessary steps to minimize somehow the pollution of water besides you need to write.
  • Besides, don’t forget to publish that the erosion of soil due to water air pollution, should be precluded by planting more trees. All of the meals, synthetic and paper wastes ought not to be tossed into streams and lakes. Mention that most the wastes of these type which can be kept on a lawn as a rule reach water figures throughout the rains and storms.

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In general, inspiration essay is really an assignment that is common college and university. One of the more essential purposes of inspiration essays is educating the journalist simple tips to be successful in his or her life and just how to prevail in work or studies.

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  • Inspiration theories
  • Motivational principles
  • Internal inspiration
  • Human being motivation
  • Worker inspiration
  • Managing inspiration

Whenever composing this type or type of essay you ought to field of inspiration. Therefore you certainly will add in-depth and character that is specific the essay. Take into account that part of your interest to the presssing problem is important for writing.

Every essay with this type should include basic component, primary human body associated with text and summary.

  • 1. Within the basic component it is important to depict the purpose of inspiration and state the primary aspects that you will be likely to investigate in your essay. Here you might be and to consist of thesis statement. Thesis declaration should supply the many argumentation that is reasonable prerequisite of developing this matter and provide solid items of proof that you can to accomplish it.
  • 2. The body that is main of essay should include paragraphs offering argumentation and rolled down description to every aspect mentioned in the thesis declaration. You need to help each statement with proper argumentation and examples.
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May 10, 2019

Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals financial update

Overall solid financial performance enables ongoing investments in care delivery to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve.

Kaiser Permanente’s mission is to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. As not-for-profit organizations, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals “KFHP/H” devote our resources to advancing our mission through investments in integrated care delivery and in programs that improve member and community health.

“We are pleased that our membership increased by more than 150,000 members in the first quarter, as more people are choosing Kaiser Permanente for their care and coverage,” said Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Kathy Lancaster. “We normally see our largest membership growth in the first quarter due to the fall open enrollment cycle. Our solid first quarter operating results will help Kaiser Permanente provide high-quality health care to our 12.3 million members and support the communities we serve. Our performance also allows us to make strategic investments in technology, facilities, and people helping to keep care more affordable in today’s increasingly competitive environment.”

First quarter 2019 results

For the quarter ended March 31, 2019, KFHP/H reported combined operating revenues of $21.3 billion and operating expenses of $19.8 billion. Operating income was $1.5 billion in the first quarter of this year, compared to $1.1 billion in the first quarter of last year. This year-over-year increase in Q1 operating income was significantly impacted by several accounting estimates that were favorable when compared to the same period last year.

Our net non-operating income — generated largely by returns on investments — was $1.6 billion in the first quarter of this year, compared to $334 million in the same period of the prior year. An accounting change effective January 1, 2019, requires reporting of unrealized gains on certain equities as net non-operating income, which added $896 million to non-operating income, while additional gains were driven by strong investment performance. Net income was $3.2 billion for the first quarter.

Historically, the operating margin for the first quarter is our strongest due to the timing of the open enrollment cycle. We typically see lower operating margins in the three subsequent quarters as expenses tend to increase throughout the year, while revenue stays relatively flat.

Kaiser Permanente’s membership totaled 12.3 million as of March 31, 2019, compared to 12.2 million as of March 31, 2018.

Capital spending

Capital spending of $834 million in the first quarter reflects ongoing investments in upgrading and opening new facilities, as well as in technology.

In the first quarter, KFHP/H opened two new medical offices, Acero Medical Offices and Oakland Addiction Medicine & Recovery Services. These medical office additions bring our total number of medical offices nationwide to 696, along with 39 hospitals.

There are presently more than 80 new medical offices in active design or construction phases expected to open over the next three years. We are also in the midst of a $500 million multi-year project to expand and enhance our mental health care offices, allowing us to provide our patients more convenience, comfort, and privacy.

Improving community health by addressing housing insecurity

As part of a comprehensive strategy to address the economic, social, and environmental conditions affecting the health of the communities we serve, Kaiser Permanente continues to invest in initiatives to improve health outcomes, including the creation of stable housing for vulnerable populations.

  • Kaiser Permanente will drive affordable housing through two key funds developed between Enterprise Community Partners (“Enterprise”) and Kaiser Permanente:
    • The RxHome Fund will provide a $100 million loan fund to create and preserve multifamily rental homes for low-income residents throughout Kaiser Permanente’s service areas. Enterprise matched Kaiser Permanente’s $50 million commitment for the total $100 million available for investment and the fund has begun to identify investment opportunities.
    • The Housing for Health Fund plans to raise at least $85 million to provide equity capital to preserve affordable housing in the San Francisco Bay Area. The fund has already begun making investments in properties near Kaiser Permanente’s national headquarters and in other communities in the region.
  • Kaiser Permanente awarded a $600,000 grant to ShelterCare, a private, nonprofit human services agency in Oregon, to continue its transitional housing program for people with severe mental illness or medical conditions.

Q1 2019 and 2018 financial summary

($ in millions) Q1 2019 Q1 2018
Total operating revenues $21,349 $20,277
Operating expenses $19,815 $19,224
Operating income $1,534 $1,053
Net non-operating income (see accounting change note below) $1,621 $334
Net income $3,155 $1,387
Capital spending $834

Note: Effective January 1, 2019, KFHP/H adopted the provisions of ASU 2016-01, Financial Instruments – Overall, which requires that changes in estimated fair value for equity securities be recognized in non-operating income. Previously, changes in estimated fair value were recorded on the balance sheet within net worth as unrealized gains or losses. Approximately $896 million of net increases to estimated fair value of equity securities are included within non-operating income in Q1 2019.

For more information, contact: Marc Brown, 510-271-6328,

Certain statements included in this document may constitute “forward-looking statements.” Such statements are generally identifiable by the terminology used, such as “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “expect,” “estimate,” “budget” or other similar words. The achievement of certain results or other expectations contained in such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements described to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Accordingly, actual results will vary and the variations may be material. None of the Kaiser organizations plan to issue any updates or revisions to those forward-looking statements if or when expectations change, or events, conditions or circumstances on which such statements are based occur.


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Regina Farm Embraces Diversity with Halal Meat

  • Kim MacDougall has had sheep for decades and he and his family have filled a niche need for Regina’s immigrant population by providing halal meat
  • They started out butchering for a few close friends, but as Regina’s immigrant population grew, so did the market for halal meat.

REGINA, Saskatchewan – A local farm in Regina, in the southern Canadian province of Saskatchewan, has been offering halal meat to its Muslim customers over the past 30 years, filling a void and encouraging diversity.

“Growing up, it’s always neat because your culture diversity is expanded,” said Kim’s daughter Courtney MacDougall, who was also at Agribiton to show and sell sheep, Leader Post reported.

“You have a better awareness of the individuals who live around you … as well as an appreciation for their festivities and traditions.”

The family started out butchering for a few close friends, but as Regina’s immigrant population grew, so did the market for halal meat.

Now they butcher anywhere between 15 and 45 head a week in a certified halal abattoir.

“With the influx of immigrants coming over, their chief sources of meat are different than what we eat here in Canada,” said Kim from his stall at the Canadian Western Agribition.

As more immigrants came to Regina, demand for halal meat increased.

“It all comes down to … how they’re sacrificed,” said Courtney. “You need a Muslim to do it.”

The concept of halal — meaning permissible in Arabic — has traditionally been applied to food.

Muslims should only eat meat from livestock slaughtered by a sharp knife to their necks, and the name of Allah, the Arabic word for God, must be mentioned.

Animals are slaughtered during the production of Muslim halal and Jewish kosher meat in order for the blood to be drained.

Regina Farm Embraces Diversity with Halal Meat - About Islam

Courtney MacDougall, centre, is congratulated after taking first place in her class while showing one of her sheep at Evraz Place during Canadian Western Agribition. BRANDON HARDER / Regina Leader-Post

The family’s business catering to immigrants gave them an opportunity to share different cultures and traditions.

Sometimes customers will even bring food to the farm, sharing their traditional cuisine with the MacDougall family. Their kids will often play together.

“To me, it’s just expanding their education, which is always a plus,” said Courtney.

Moreover, the fact that Muslims use every part of the animal gave the family another lesson.

“It’s also interesting that way because there’s not a lot of waste,” she said, adding it’s another important lesson she’s able to teach her kids in the process.

Any waste that is left behind gets composted, returned back to Mother Earth, said, Courtney. Hides are incinerated.

“It’s very labor intensive and dad’s not getting any younger, but besides the business part, it’s more than that to our family,” she said.

“It also becomes time for family. The whole time that you’re butchering, it’s those moments that you’re making memories.”

Non-halal Meat Served as Halal in Canadian University

Toronto Wealth Management Firm Goes Halal


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For each campaign, an ad group comes, for each ad group, you need to create an ad and choose the keywords.

You need to invest money, set campaigns and you will be in the top pages of Google in no time.

Google will display relevant websites, after the query, in accordance with the actual ranking.

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Lead Story Missing

Although the SpinDizzy Action News' editors normally keep their information well-guarded, it appears the security measures are not enough. The headline for this week has gone missing, and is presumed abducted.

There was little evidence to point to possible suspects, other than a footprint that appeared to resemble that of a wallaby. There is a 50,000 Shiny reward up for whoever is able to retrieve the headline, and return it safely to @Action News. The headline resembles a string of letters, most likely bold and in capitals. For further information, contact Argon.

Art Ambush

It's been a while, but, if you like to sketch, doodle, see others doodle, see your friends doodle, or otherwise be in a social atmosphere, SpinDizzy's hosting an Art Ambush on the 30th of June.

Ambushes in the past have been wonderfully successful, community events, and are usually a great chance for being social and seeing all the fun works your friends produce and showing off your own ideas in return. Even if you don't plan on participating, please drop on by, and if you change your mind, please jump in!

Time and place: Wednesday the 30th of June (about a week and a half from today), at 21:00 MUCK time (Midnight Eastern time, 9 pm Pacific) at the Fen Inn (luge s1 e6',or go s1 e6 from the Rose Garden and enter, 'en').

Hosts: Elissa and Chanspot (who wrote this, so blame me for any typos :) ) Note: Although Ambushes in the past have been a regular, weekly, event, and I'd love to host'em, scheduling isn't going to permit it, so I'm hoping to host them just now and then. Also, please keep file sizes under 100k so everyone can view them!

A Year Ago Today

A year ago, as reported in @Action News 6/16/2003, SpinDizzy celebrated the "Retro Weekend", Morticon used a Mega-Vacuum cleaner to suck almost everything and everyone out of the Rose Garden, and Alicia dstroyed SED headquarters.

Finding Nemo was in movie theaters, and the survey question, suggested by Carlos was, "What would you have your character do if it were featured in a SpinDizzy screensaver?"

Ba'ar's weekly "Bearing Up" Column hadn't started yet, but Argon drew a passable Doze Garden Cartoon.

Click the link and recall old times!

SpinDizzy Role Play Report

NeverNever is looking for anyone that can code muf and/or MPI to make a stat holding system for muck use. The program would work something like editplayer, where a person could tell what stats they have, and then fill them in the appropriate dice rolls and numbers. Also, the program could use templates, allowing people to choose from pre exisiting dice systems.

She would also like to see this program able to retrieve certian stats based off of commands, for example, retrieve Str Nev would give you NeverNever's Strength attribute.

NeverNever is also curious if any of these "Stat storing" Programs are currently available, to tide over and possibly use, if they exist.

Bearing Up

Ba'ar.Welcome to latest edition of Bearing up, the advice column where Ba'ar (That" s me!) has answers to your most challenging questions.

Dear Bearing Up,
Why do they always say 'cats land on their feet'? I fell off a ladder last week and landed on my side! - Rum Tum Tugger

Dear Rum Tum Tugger,
Are you sure you're a cat? Every cat I know lands on his own feet.

Dear Bearing Up,
I like regular M&Ms but my friend like the ones with peanuts. He says I'm nutty, but he's the one eating the peanuts. Isn't the the one who's nutty?
- Mr. Peanut

Dear Mr. Peanut:
You're both nuts. Reese's Pieces are better.

Dear Bearing Up,
My favorite TV show has been cancelled. The station is playing a show about installing insulation now. This is terrible!
- Ed Sullivan

Dear Ed Sullivan:
Tape the show and send it in to the station. When they found out how boring their show is, they will change things.

Dear Bearing Up,
I'm nocturnal (active during the night) but my mate is diurnal (active during the day). What can we do?
- R. Serling

Dear R. Sterling:
Take Vivarin so you can be with him.

Dear Bearing Up:
A strong thunderstorm blew a tree down which hit my house. Now a family of squirrels has lost their home. Would it be proper to add the loss of their home to my insurance claim, or should I hope their insurance covers it?
- Argon

Dear Argon:
Actually you should sue the squirrels. It was their house that ruined yours.

Dear Bearing Up,
Which is better, Blue Bay salmon or Crater Lake salmon?
- Gordon

Dear Gordon:
Neither! Chocolate!

Remeber possums (to steal a term from Dame Edna, if you have any questions,please page mail me (Ba'ar) online or send mail to big_bear@operamail.com. Thanks.

Newspaper Circulation Report

@Action News, SpinDizzy's weekly paper, apparently has a fairly healthy circulation, so we figured we'd show just how healthy it is.

Each week, as long as there's room. I'll show the 'hit graph' for the @Action News website.

Graphic of @Action News website hits.

Weekly Survey

Argon doing the survey.This week, Argon asked, "I'm doing a survey for @Action News, the question this week is, 'What was your favorite live action (not animated) TV show?"

  • TikTak squeaks, "Either Dave Attel's Insomniac, or Myth Busters."
  • Ray only ever makes time to watch 'XPlay' on Tech TV, though he would watch 'Conquest,' if it were still running.
  • Felina mews, "Buffy!... Or Angel... Or.. There's alot of shows out there I like. ^.^"
  • Elissa doesn't watch TV.
  • Cithara purrs softly, "Firefly, maybe.. though was on too short."
  • Spikey ponders "Oh.. Hmm... " he gets out his anti-lisp filter to answer since the show has a lot of 's's in it. "Stargate SG-1! Coz they always make mistakes and have problems and don't worry about any prime directive, just bumbling humans trying to do the right thing...way cool!"
  • Lupinetiger wurfs, "I guess I would say...those, or Monster House"
  • Timesheart -- If we're talking the 1970s, then it's 'Sigmund and the Sea Monsters' by Sid & Marty Kroft. But if you're talking 20 years later, then it's 'Mighty Morphing Power Rangers' by Saban.
  • Airborn -- I don't know if that counts as animated, but the german FUBK-test-screen always looked great to me.
  • Darius -- Live action TV show? Hmmm. "I'd have to say either Star Trek Next Generation, or X-Files. It's hard to pick just one."
  • Brenda -- Brenda hmmmss..."Favorite live action show...I'd say 'Whose Line is it Anyway?' That or MST3K
  • Gino -- My favorite live action movie was Greg The Bunny.
  • Kinsor -- Hmm... I'd have to say the Twilight Zone. :}
  • PatchO'Black mews, "Hmmm...it's would be a split between Monster House and Good Eats."
  • Minx both say, "Guyver and Guyver II The Dark Hero."
  • Gryphe chitters, "BatmViolet says, "Oh.. in that case I'd have to say the original Star Trek. I was glued to the tube after school everyday when they were in syndication."an."
  • Kamida lilts, "Blake's Seven."
  • Pete says, "Ohh, I kinda like "Gute Leute - Schlechte Leute", but that's a cheaply made puppet show."
  • Cye says, "24."
  • Pa'hti jes' watches Stargate SG1 an' Doctor Who.

Carlos remembers Butterfluff.

The Doze Garden Comic Strip

Guidelines and Procedures for Submitting Articles

Submitting a story or artwork for @Action News is easy! Just send it to newspaper@spindizzy.org or qmail or page @Action or sdnews about it.
@Action News is published weekly on or after 12:01 AM Eastern Time on Sunday. Most any type of story or article will be accepted. Generally, we'd prefer things that aren" t out and out lies or flames about other folks, and have a basis in the reality of SpinDizzy. Things that occur in public areas are fair game. The things reported dont have to have actually happened, (any more than anything that happens here does) but make sure you don't overstep the social boundaries and rules of interaction that we have. These are pretty broad guidelines, but we expect good sense to apply.

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Actively Dying

Truth is one. Sages call it by different names. ~ Rig Veda

“How do you get closer to your god?” I would ask just about everyone I met on my five-year trip around the world.

If someone got hung up on the G word, I’d rephrase, “What makes you feel more spiritual, connected, at one?” These questions were a surefire way to have a real conversation since they led people to talk about something important in their lives. I would ask and then listen, and others would do the same. My sample size was broad; I was able to ask this question of fellow travelers, monks, nuns, babas, lamas, sisters, bruthas, swamis, deacons, zen masters, chai wallahs, taxi drivers….

As I talked with people and listened to their answers, I began to hear common themes and realized that there are, in essence, some basic categories of techniques and practices with which people build and maintain a healthy relationship with their god. If each person’s answer were a dart, the darts formed clusters as they landed. The darts’ similarities define the clusters more than their differences. While every cathedral in Europe is unique in its architectural details, fundamentally they are all cathedrals with similar floor plans and utility. The same applies to sacred texts: when people answered that they found solace in the Quran or the Bible or Jack Kerouac’s On the Road, the differences in the texts’ messages were insignificant compared with the fact that the readers found truthiness in the words.

Actively Dying is part of my story.


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Venice: Gondola Ride in Hidden Canals

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Enjoy a unique gondola ride and discover a different side of Venice. Explore hidden canals, avoid the normal tourist routes, and get a peek at everyday life in the city.

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  • Enjoy a traditional gondola through hidden canals in Venice
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Avoid the crowded waterways of Venice and experience a relaxing gondola ride through some of the city’s hidden canals. Immerse yourself in the local culture with this quintessential Venitian experience. Be taken away from the main water routes and tourist sights as your gondolier navigates you with expertise and precision through some of the narrower, quieter canals of Venice. Get alternative views of the famous bridges and buildings as you pass them by. Discover canals so small that you can actually touch the buildings as you glide down the canals. Experience the real atmosphere of the city by taking part in an ancient Venetian tradition and travel like the locals used to do in days gone by.
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    The saving is fantastic

    You think of Venice, you think of gondolas. The saving we made compared to if we had just turned up on the day was fantastic - my girlfriend has been to Venice seven times now but has never been able to afford a ride. Although half an hour seems like it might not be enough, you really get a feel for this unique city and end the ride with a short trip up the Grand Canal, so it is ample time and great value.

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    August 30, 2019

    Very fun experience and a good way to save on a gondola-especially if you’re alone! I was able to have a fun experience and still get my picture taken despite traveling solo!

    November 16, 2019

    disappointed because my 9 year old daughter paid the adult fare while she was sitting on a wooden board with no pillow underneath it so not comfortable at all and in the opposite direction of traffic. Besides she was not even sitting next to me I was in a chair and so we could not take at least one souvenir photo together on the gondola. disappointing performance and little info the gondolier did not stop talking with his colleagues or so and did not care about us ... not very romantic in these conditions. really disappointed

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Squishing Skittles Gummies may be the new home workout trend

Brand channels '80s-era workout videos in new ads from DDB

Published On
May 17, 2021

Editor's Pick

Skittles might be one of the last brands one might expect to use a workout theme for its marketing, but it’s channeling exercise videos of the 1980s and 1990s to promote the gummy version of the candy.

“Squish the Rainbow” shows a small group of people wearing headbands and leotards following along as an instructor shows them how to squish Skittles Gummies with their fingers.

In another spot, a man does the exercise at home on the couch while watching the commercial on TV. There’s also a toll-free number, 1-833-GUMMIES, that continues the premise. A recording of the instruction discusses the “life-changing power of squishing.”

The “Squish the Rainbow” campaign comes from DDB, which has long promoted Skittles with a “Taste the Rainbow” theme.

Mars Wrigley announced Skittles Gummies on social media in late February, but this is the brand’s first major campaign. It launches digitally today and also will be shown on broadcast.


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How Driving an Audi Could Move You to Tears

A Teardrop's Journey Captures the Emotion of a Great Drive

Published On
Feb 19, 2016

Editor's Pick

In Audi's latest commercial, an Audi RS7 moves its driver to tears -- but in a good way.

The spot, directed by Park Pictures' AG Rojas for Venables Bell & Partners, follows the trajectory of a single tear drop from the driver's eye as he speeds down an empty road listening to an operatic aria. It hits the car window then slowly, beautifully makes its way along the car before finally being propelled off the back spoiler -- and hitting a highway sign. The spot ends with the driver accelerating away, and the message that the car's performance "will seriously move you."

Opera, cars and a man crying -- it adds up to a great combination. Although we reckon he should pack some tissues next time.

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Agency :
Venables Bell & Partners-San Francisco
Director, Marketing :
Loren Angelo
General Manager, Marketing :
Kenneth Bracht
Manager of Brand Content/Marketing Innovation :
Tara Dyer
Chairperson :
Paul Venables
Associate Creative Director :
Matt Miller
Associate Creative Director :
Matt Keats
Senior Art Director :
Rich North
Senior Copywriter :
Ryan Hoercher
Director, Integrated Production :
Craig Allen
Business Affairs Director :
Susan Conklin
Production Company :
Park Pictures
Executive Producer :
Jackie Kelman Bisbee
Executive Producer :
Mary Ann Marino
Producer :
Peter Vitale
Director :
AG Rojas
Editorial :
Final Cut
Editor :
Jeff Buchanan
Visual Effects :
The Mill
Director, Photography :
Andre Chemetoff
Executive Creative Director :
Will McGinness
Creative Director :
Erich Pfeifer
Executive Producer :
Mandi Holdorf
Producer :
Brian Stanley
Producer :
Hannah Murray
Senior Motion Designer :
Victor Bivol
Assistant Editor :
James Bird
Executive Producer :
Eric McCasline
Head of Production :
Suzy Ramirez
Music Company :
Me Knowing The Truth
Song :
"Madama Butterfly - Un Bel Di Vedremo" by Puccini
Music Supervisor :
Michael Gross
Mix and Sound Design :
Therapy Studios
Executive Producer :
Joe DiSanto
Head of Production :
Allegra Bartlett
Sound Designer and Mix Engineer :
Eddie Kim
Executive Producer :
Leighton Greer
Producer :
Ben Sposato
Coordinator :
Pat DeVaney
Lead Flame Artist :
James Allen
3D Lead Artist :
Simon Brown
3D Lead Artist :
Chris Bayol
2D Artist :
Don Kim
2D Artist :
Daniel Lang
2D Artist :
Olivia ONeil
2D Artist :
Scott Johnson
3D Artist :
Kevin Gillen
3D Artist :
Charles Storniolo
Colorist :
Greg Reese
Head of Account Management :
David Corns
Account Director :
Chris Bergen
Account Supervisor :
Ally Humpherys
Account Supervisor :
Alexis Lovett
Account Manager :
Oliver Glenn
Account Manager :
Faire Davidson
Assistant Account Manager :
Brianne Jones
Project Manager :
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