Generally, those looking for there are actually them through collector services. These programs are available through vintage stores, in-person or sale, or through internet research. Antique iron beds usually come from the Victorian, Art Deco and Art Nouveau periods, and the one's pieces which can be who is fit and still have not been sloppily "restored" take time and effort to discover at the reasonable cost. With a lot of research and education on the product, however, getting a quality antique bed can be achieved.
Antique iron beds hold a significant put in place history, and they are an awesome addition to any collection. With a new mattress, an old-fashioned iron bed offers a possibility to utilize these items of history in several capacities because there are numerous styles to choose from. The hunt for the perfect antique iron bed could be almost as great as working out ways to use the furniture. Often, designers prefer this bed with a modern bed with less personality and type.
A popular restoration because of this is to convert them into other items of furniture, including planters, storage, and shelving. This drastically deteriorates the value and beauty with the piece and may be undertaken with great caution along with a professional eye. Iron beds need to be appreciated for the same thing some other antique would be admired for, for example, their devote history, their value, along with their beauty.
Can I restore one on my own?
Use great caution if you restore this all on your own. Restoring antiques could be expensive and will easily ruin the style and value in the piece. Professional, experienced antique restorers can help you clean your antique furniture, but postpone painting, sanding, or re-welding pieces before a consultation using a professional inside antique business.
What should I consider when searching for this bed?
When searching for an authentic antique bed, make sure you look for merchandise that has become verified by way of a professional who is trained in antiques to ensure that the bed has worth and is exactly what the seller says it can be. Taking a course in purchasing antiques, or reading books for example "Selling Antique Beds Online" by Bowman and Orr (2007) will help you gain an understanding of what to consider when searching for buying a real one.
Discovering an ideal antique iron bed might be difficult and confusing, however with some research, hard work and professional consultation, the perfect piece to fit your style can be found.
Looking for dog accessories in pet stores or in online stores takes time in case you love deciding on the designs, prices, shapes and materials available during shopping. Purchasing these kinds of items ought to be basic and fun. What's important is that you must learn how to pick the useful ones. Today, essentially the most convenient way of getting those products is as simple as the net. You don't have to spend the whole day only to search for stuff you furry friend needs. Before purchasing something, get acquainted with first their purpose, quality, durability, and price as well.
There are things that are worth considering whenever you are shopping. If you plan to deliver your furry friend with useful accessories as well as other stuff, then you certainly should think about first his size. Like for an instance when purchasing a harness, make certain you have measured the size of his neck which means you pick a qualified one. Always remember that your primary problem is your canine friend's comfort. Your canine can get easily choked if his leash is usually to tight. If it is too big for him, that will also be useless since he is able to escape as a result if he wants. You must also be particular when deciding on colors. If you have a big and brawny male canine, it would be appropriate in case you let him wear a blue, black or gray receiver. Don't choose white along with other light colors given that they will easily look dirty and old.
There are so many products being offered online; however, you need to find the ones which can be needed for your adorable pet. If your dog joins a pet's fashion show, then you certainly have to be seen your dog fashionably. Though it's pricey, you have to deliver your furry friend with tailor-made elegant dresses and attractive and suitable dog accessories. To have more plans, you could possibly browse the web to see the latest updates regarding this stuff and to know the best places to purchase them. With the help in the internet and magazines, it's possible to give your puppy a fashionable look that will truly be very impressed when they see it. Are you treating your furry friend in an exceedingly special way? If you do, then you definitely should purchase him stylish and luxurious dog beds.
If you undoubtedly value your pet, then getting him with Kong Dog Toys could be a great gift for him. Your dog will definitely enjoy remaining in your house if he's something to experience with. These are not ordinary toys however, these are also helpful whenever you teach your canine with new tricks.


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We made the trip out to Mackinac Island yesterday and had a fantastic time. The shuttle picked us up right outside our front door and we headed to the Ferry. The ride was short, about 17 minutes, and seeing the lighthouses as we approached the Island was a really nice view.
We had already planned on doing the carriage ride around the island since I knew we wouldn't be able to walk the entire way or bicycle it. The line for the carriage rides was a long one, so we decided to start the day on Main Street, having breakfast. We happened upon Huron Bar and Grill and headed in for a great breakfast. Anthony, our server, was amiable and a great conversationalist. After we discussed the cons of the Island carriage rides and how touristy they seemed, Anthony told us about a different stable, Jack's Livery and Stable. A short walk towards the middle of Island brought us to the stable where we learned that Jack's was totally self-guided, which meant that we drove the buggy around the island.
I have to admit that I was a little leery about Dave driving a buggy when he had not been around horses before. But we were told that the horses knew the Island and were totally safe, so we took the chance. What a great adventure it was! We drove the shoreline and its fancy houses for several miles before heading inland to see the forest of the State Park, as well as seeing the part of the island where the locals live year round.
We started down the big hill towards the Grand Hotel and it was as majestic as I had thought. Just absolutely beautiful. A few more turns and we were back at the Stables. Some pictures of an ecstatic hubby and we were done.
We headed back to Main Street, wandering through tiny little alleys. Our first stop was for smoothies - wildberry for Dave and banana/strawberry for me. I then left Dave seated in a little alcove while I perused through some of the Island shops and picked up a few things. Back to pick up Dave and we ended up, at his urging in a couple of fudge shops. I had no idea that Mackinac Island was well known for its fudge. There were fudge shops every few hundred feet and we got to watch them make it. I got some coconut clusters and Dave his salted caramel.
At this point, it had been six hours and we were tired. So, we headed back to the Ferry landing, hopped on, met our shuttle and headed home. We had two little doggies that were really mad us for leaving them for so long. We had debated whether or not to bring them. We knew that Mackinac Island was pretty dog friendly, but thinking of crowds, horses, etc., made me think that they wouldn't have enjoyed it. And we wouldn't have been able to do our own carriage ride with them along, so we made the right decision.
Dave has fallen in love with the horses and carriages and can't wait to do it again. Guess I'll have to bring him to a dude ranch where he can get up close and personal.
It's the small things
That make a campground fun. Below is the antique firetruck that takes the kids around the campground, as well as some more totem poles we saw.
Our first sunset over the Mackinaw Bridge
The Mighty Mackinaw
Well, we've landed in Mackinaw City, our last stop before heading over the Mackinaw Bridge and entering the Upper Peninsula. We'll be here for a week.
Our campground, Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping is huge! It has everything any camper could ever want. Large two-story cabins, small one-room cabins, primitive tent sites, and an assortment of campsites ranging from small to housing the largest rigs out there.
The RV sites also range from charmingly rustic, like ours, to waterfront to pretty unkempt. I've also noticed that the mosquitoes are getting larger exponentially as we head further north. BY the time we reach the UP, I expect them to be the size of small birds. The mozzies even like Dave, the first time in his life that he's been bothered by them.
The campground has a park store, bike and surrey rentals, an arcade, pizza, putt putt golf and trolley stops for the ferry over to Mackinaw Island. As a matter of fact, one of the trolley stops is directly across from our campsite.
I think this week will be fun.
Forgot to add our campsite
Petoskey Area, MI
We're spending a week in the Petoskey area, which is very beautiful with great views of Little Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan. I've said it before, but the Great Lakes are awe inspiring in their grand majesty.
Dave wasn't feeling the tourist thing today, so I hopped in the truck and went exploring by myself, which gives me an opportunity to just stop anywhere that catches my fancy.
My first stop was the township of Charlevoix. Their town sign says "Charlevoix the Beautiful" and that's very fitting. It reminded me a lot of Boothbay Harbor Maine, with all the small shops, the harbor and general small town feel.
East Point Harbor had a small lighthouse and a small beach that seemed to be very popular.
Several of the store fronts had beautiful murals painted, like the one in the pictures below. The town park by the harbor was very user friendly. Splash pads for the kids and an outdoor auditorium for concerts.
Another feature I loved was along the main street. All of the street curbs had colorful flowers planted, which added an extra touch of whimsy. I could probably spend a week there and not get bored.
My next stop was a little gem. It was Lavender Hill Farms, and you guessed it, a lavender farm. Of course, blooming season is not for another month, but I was entranced. Many years ago, I was fortunate enough to have see the lavender fields of Provence, France and I've loved lavender ever since.
Lavender Hill Farms has many events throughout the season, from movie nights to barn dances. It's one of the largest lavender farms in Michigan, and I didn't even know that Michigan had lavender farms. They have honey bees and make over 23 varieties of lavender honey. Their gift shop was filled with culinary delights and lavender inspired items handcrafted by local artisans. The farm is also used as a venue for weddings and other events.
I purchased the kiddies some lavender dog shampoo, hoping it would help their allergy itching.
One last stop in Petoskey at Little Traverse Bay, and I was done for the day. I love sightseeing with hubby and the kids, but sometimes it's fun to go by myself and be totally selfish of how I spend my time.
Sometimes it just fits
I stopped at Wal-Mart in Petoskey today for a few items. They had a clearance shelf at the entrance and I found this sign for $1. I had been looking for something to put above the bathroom window. The right color, the right price and the right word.
Yep, sometimes it just fits...
It's that time..
Guess who got a bath today and wasn't happy about it?
I've always loved seeing the quirky on our travels. This is one that made me smile.
A final day in Traverse Bay
Our last day in Traverse City was spent meandering around the Bay and the Peninsula, separating the East from the West Bay.
We drove a bit to the Old MIssion Bay lighthouse, as well as the Grand Traverse Lighthouse.
This time, I actually got into the Lake - with my feet only, but I did step into it!
Next stop - Alpena for a week of R&R and a scenic drive. Stay tuned!
Sleeping Bear Dunes
Although much cooler today, we still had a fun trip to the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive.The Scenic Drive was named after Pierce Stocking, who spent his youth working as a lumberman in the northern Michigan forests. He loved the woods and spent most of his spare time there developing a self-taught knowledge of nature. He used to walk the bluffs above Lake Michigan, awed by the views of the dunes, Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands. He wanted to share this beauty with others and developed a road to the top of the dunes. The road, then known as Sleeping Bear Park, was opened to the public in 1967. Stocking continued to operate the Scenic Drive until his death in 1976, and the following year the road became part of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Several years later it was named Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive.
Glen Lake is famous for its beauty due to the many hues of blue and aqua which show up best on a sunny day. The colors are caused by the varying depth of the crystal-clear water above the light-colored sand. You will see the same effect when you get to the Lake Michigan Overlook. The lake was once connected to ancestral Lake Michigan. Glacial erosion carved out the lake during the last Ice Age.
We enjoyed seeing the perched dunes and the plant life that flourishes on this harsh landscape. The sand dunes here are called "perched" because they are sitting on top of glacial moraine bluffs made of sand and gravel. They are formed by the prevailing westerly winds blowing the sand out of the moraine and depositing it on top of the bluff. The overlook is on the eastern edge of the dunes about 200 feet high. In some places the dune fronts advance a few feet per year, while in other places the dunes are stabilized by plants and show no movement at all.
We headed over to the observation deck and looked down at Lake Michigan 450 feet below. From here you can see that the bluff is made of a mixture of sand, gravel, and rocks. That dark line on the bluff is topsoil created by decayed plants and represents the top of the bluff before the sand was blown up to cover it with a "perched" dune.
Lake Michigan was formed during the last Ice Age when a huge lobe of glacial ice advanced down the continent digging out the basin and then melting. It is the largest lake completely within the United States and is the fourth largest fresh- water lake in the world. It has a profound influence on the region, including the formation of the sand dunes. In recent times, the bluff has been eroding at a rate of about 1 foot per year. Waves wear away at the base of the bluff and sand and rocks slide down to the beach.
The Sleeping Bear Dune is the large dune about 1 mile north of the observation deck along the edge of the bluff. It hardly looks like a bear now, because it has been eroding rapidly in recent years. Around 1900, it was a round knob completely covered with trees and shrubs.
The Sleeping Bear Dune is estimated to be about two thousand years old and has a fascinating history. It is classified as a "perched" dune because it is perched on top of a plateau, high above the lake. When the dune was forming, it was somewhat inland – not at the edge of the bluff, as it is today. Wind carried sand from the upper portion of the bluff and deposited it to form the dune. Over time, the bluff eroded away and the dune is now on the edge of the bluff and is beginning to erode away itself. For many years, Sleeping Bear Dune was about 234 feet high with dense plant cover, but by 1961 it was only 132 feet high and it continues to erode away. The major cause of its erosion is wave action wearing away at the base of the bluff on which the dune rests. As the west side of the dune loses its support, it cascades down the hill to the beach. The wind is also a major factor in removing sand and destroying the dune's plant cover. It is only a matter of time until the "Bear" disappears completely.
We didn't want to leave the Scenic Drive without stopping at the North Bar Lake Overlook. This vantage point puts you high above Lake Michigan, Empire Beach, and North Bar Lake for another spectacular view. This is especially beautiful when the Fall colors are on display because of the expansive view over the top of the maple-beech forest. There is a nice picnic area with vault toilets at this stop as well.
I walked over to the observation deck and looked at the small lake below. It was formed behind a sand bar at the edge of Lake Michigan. At times the wave action builds up the sand bar and separates North Bar Lake from Lake Michigan. At other times, a small connecting channel exists between the two lakes. This little lake occupies part of an ancient bay on Lake Michigan flanked by Empire Bluffs on the south and Sleeping Bear Bluffs on the north. Shorelines have a natural tendency to become straighter with time. Wave action focuses on the headlands and wears them back while shoreline currents carry sediment to the quiet bays and fill them in. Deeper parts of the bay are often left as lakes when sand fills the shallower parts. The same process that formed North Bar Lake also formed many of the other lakes in northern Michigan: Glen, Crystal, Elk, and Torch Lakes for example.
North Bar Lake is ideal for swimming in the summer. It is warmer than Lake Michigan because it is smaller and the sun can warm it up more quickly, and it is surrounded by pure sandy beaches. Children like to play in the small creek that flows from North Bar Lake to Lake Michigan, and the older kids can enjoy the Lake Michigan wave action.
Last, but not least, we saw the famous dunes that everyone climbs up and slides down. No, we didn't join them.

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…to NaNo, that is. Yes, I finally made up my mind: I'm going for it again this year! This will be my fifth year, and I've won every year. The last two years, I've set myself the personal goal of 100k, and I hit it both years. This year…I'll be thrilled with 50k. I work full-time, I'm going to school full-time, and just for fun, I'm prepping for an out-of-state move the first week in December (Me? Trying to do too much? Nah…I'd never do that.).
Good luck to anyone else out there about to embark on the insanity that is NaNo!


Recreate ancient Rome with the magnificent Colosseum, Pantheon, and other famous monuments. This pack's Roman-style residential buildings, bridges, squares and fountains will also help you build any modern Greco-Roman city, produced by one of the most powerful Empires of all time! 3D Models by Michal Kozlowski | Cover Art by Marc Simonetti. Textures created by www.textures.com.


Welcome to the SAT math test section of our website. Here we hope you find helpful tips and advice to handle all the problem types you will find on the math section of the SAT test.
Good news! You can score well enough on the SAT math test for most colleges without knowing any trigonometry!
But seriously though, the SAT does not cover advanced stochastic calculus and they are certainly not going to ask you for the natural log of pi. If you understand some basic rules of algebra, geometry and trigonometry and you follow our tips and advice for identifying the test's "tricks," you will do quite well. And if you do happen to struggle with trig, you can still do well enough to attend any number of fine 4-year schools. Remember, this is not graded like a typical school test. The average student, after all, will only score around 1050 on the 1600 scale.
So What Exactly is Covered?
4. Additional Topics in Math: Complex numbers, degrees, radians, arc lengths, etc.
There are No Geometry Formulas to Memorize!
Here's some more good news. Each SAT math section starts with a "reference area" where geometry formulas for pyramid volume, right triangles, circle area, sphere volume, etc. will all be laid out for you.
In each of the following SAT math sections, you will find tips and advice as well as practice questions and answer keys.


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In what appears to be an emerging trend, board-certified vet nutritionists continue to go public in their defense of biologically inappropriate ingredients in pet food.
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in a Society of Fear.
We live in a society where fear has become ubiquitous. It looms behind every corner, and for many it is impossible to go through a day without feeling its effects. Those of us tasked with the responsibility of leading others are left wondering how to guide people to hope and courage through a labyrinth of fears. Adam Hamilton, in his typical pastoral way, offers a resource for just such a purpose in his new book Unafraid: Living with Courage and Hope in Uncertain Times.
In truth, fear is nothing new. It has been a constant theme in civilizations and the hearts of humankind throughout history. In fact, looking through scripture one sees the constant refrain, "Do not be afraid." Fear is part of the human experience. Hamilton makes the point early on in his book that fear can be a useful thing and, in many cases, it keeps us alive. Having a healthy level of fear when getting near the edge of a cliff, for example, heightens our awareness and keeps us from danger. Yet, there are other types of fear that need to be grappled with because they have a way of inhibiting us from living life and reaching our potential.
Once the concept of fear has been addressed and his way of dealing with fear has been introduced, Hamilton then describes how to address particular fears. He examines several different categories of fears by addressing some of the individual fears from each. The first of these deals with societal issues such as race, terrorism, and politics. In each of these chapters, he seeks to bring to light the facts of the situation that he is addressing rather than what is popularly believed. One can almost hear the preacher in Hamilton as he shares an analogy at the beginning of the chapter that ties into his overarching message accompanied by examples, stories, and scriptural application.
While not an academic treatise on fear and its effects, Unafraid is well-researched and Hamilton is quick to suggest additional resources for further study. The book serves as an introduction for understanding many different fears, examining some of the pertinent facts in a new light, and finding a helpful guide to move forward. He discusses things such as the societal issues that we hear on the media, the personal fears of not being good enough, the fear of the unknown or the future, and fears of aging and physical health. The sheer number of fears from diverse categories ensures that everyone reading will be able to find a place where they most readily connect.
Hamilton has a way of moving the reader from being a dispassionate observer to an active participant in wrestling with their own fears. As he began to discuss the fears of displeasing others and of failure, I found myself making this transition and becoming introspective. The way he described each fear made me respond with a nod of agreement and a "Yep, that's how it is." In his section on the fear of failure he examines one of the root causes. He says, "A culture that makes success or at least the appearance of it the only option for everyone … exacts a steep cost: if you don't succeed, you're often left feeling that you are a loser." (86) Indeed, this mentality of success and what it looks like resonated with me and had me reexamining how my fear of failure can restrict me from reaching my potential. Through personal experiences and scripture, Hamilton goes on to share ways of overcoming this fear.
The book succeeds in its purpose of helping people address their fears and demonstrating the usefulness of the acronym mentioned above. Hamilton examines so many fears that one would expect it to feel redundant after a while, yet he manages, through unique stories and proper exegesis of scripture, to keep the reader engaged throughout the entirety of the book. The brevity of each chapter, however, hampers his ability to offer adequate solutions to each fear. At times his applications boil down to simple phrases which can come across as being overly simplistic or as obvious platitudes that sound good but are in practice far more difficult. This is, of course, the difficulty of finding practical applications that fit a wide variety of audiences in a short, pithy way.
We live in a world where fear is rampant even though we live at a time when we are safer than any time previous. The causes for this are numerous from fake news to the media to the way that social media is being used. All of this requires a response from leaders in our country to address fear and to speak life. Hamilton offers his response to fear in his book Unafraid and offers courage and hope. While the book is certainly not the definitive conversation on fear, it does serve as a great starting point for living with hope and courage. It invites readers to examine their fears, do the proper research, and come up with solid plans of action for the future. As a pastor, I find this as a helpful resource in addressing the fears of my congregation. It has created a deeper understanding of the fear of others whose experience differs from mine and that perhaps is reason enough to read it.


Off Piste skiing can take you away from the regular slopes and into a world of different landscapes and views. At ESF we can take you on a journey where these differing landscapes can be a location for you to visit regularly. You have to master the art of off piste first!
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Those who have been practicing meditation as a part of their daily Chinese medicine ritual, are already aware of the various health benefits that come along with the practice. Aside from the known benefits of reducing stress, fostering clearing thinking and increasing the capacity for empathy and compassion, there are additional health benefits. The benefits of meditation as part of a Chinese medicine in Bethesda practice range from physical, mental, and even emotional benefits to one's health.
Talking about meditation and the many benefits that come along with the practice is the easy part; finding the time to carve out of your day to implement the practice is a little more challenging. However, if you are able to find the time and implement the practice of meditation in your daily life, you'll start to see and experience the benefits for yourself. Check out the list of the various health benefits that come from daily meditation below!
While it is possible that you will experience the benefits of meditation after your first meditation session, just imagine how great it would be to experience these benefits on a daily basis. While it only takes a few minutes to integrate meditation into your daily life, once you've established the habit it will become the highlight of your day—a few minutes that you look forward to everyday! For those who are just beginning their Chinese medicine journey in Washington DC, try incorporating meditation into your life daily, and start to see the many benefits that come from connecting to your inner self.
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I have an October 2010 draft running 125 pages that I can share. Contact me at Lobo-Tommy@hotmail.com.
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hi lesamourai. Thanks for offering one version of the scarpa draft.
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Everybody hates a critic
For some reason I've been reading a lot of restaurant reviews lately. It's not that I'm trying to live vicariously through them, pretending that I have a seat at some of the world's (all right, London's) most interesting restaurants, although one review did make me crave for a bowl of laksa. For me, it's more about how these writers capture the essence of what a restaurant is, whether it ultimately is a good bet or a ridiculously bad one.
I've enjoyed reading these because, let's be honest, not everybody can do that. I can't. I write in an extremely self-involved manner. I noticed this when I was reading back at old essays and realized that most of them start with the word "I". I - I - also noticed that these essays are peppered with sentences that refer to an I. But of course, you might think, for this is your personal blog, and this is essentially a diary but only out in public. But then, a part of me is hoping I would be able to get past constantly talking about me, and instead looking at the greater world around me. I'm turning thirty, for heaven's sake. Stop being so self-absorbed, Niko!
But then again, not everybody likes people who write about the greater world. That's a different kind of annoying. Oh, great, you know everything about the world. Please, tell me more. Sure, it's partly down to how some people write these things, but then, it's more down to how people don't want to be talked to. And then it's also down to how people don't want to be seen. No, we aren't idiots. We don't need to be constantly guided around. We're grown-up. We're smart, too. You're not the only one who's smart. Actually, you're not smart. You're a smartass, pretending to know a lot when, actually, I know a lot more about you. Fuck you. Why should I be listening to you?
Yeah, that did go farther than I expected. But I - there goes that word again - am also reminded of the time I was talking about some meal I was having at a restaurant we haven't been in before. My brother wanted me to shut up. "Kumu-critic ka na naman," he said, in that asshole-y way he always does when he talks to me.
Well, sometimes that is down to me, especially when I get carried away and would not stop about something, when I begin going granular, when I lose sight of who I'm talking to in my obsession with digging up every little detail to paint the context they don't really want. That's me and Shalla some times. "Yeah, I've moved on," she would tell me - with a laugh in her face, at least, because she knows otherwise I would be annoyed, and I would not move on. Good heavens. I am self-absorbed. Niko. You're turning thirty. Not everything is about you. Stop writing this shitty essay right now and think of the greater world. Think of the greater world!
Umm... yesterday I had chicken curry at what used to be Toast Box at BGC. All Toast Box branches have disappeared, which made me sad, because that was where Shalla and I had one of our first dates. The BGC branch, though, hasn't entirely gone, as it's been replaced by what they call Toast & Co., with essentially the same menu (except, regrettably, the Horlicks), which is a bit of good news because sometimes you can be in the mood for some somewhat proper nasi goreng.
I had a bigger bowl of curry than I expected: two cuts of chicken, lots of tofu and potatoes - understandably bland because you know restaurants and their predilection for throwing things together upon order. It was a revelation. I don't mean the curry is groundbreaking - I have certainly tasted better - but I realized that it's been so long since I had proper Malay-style curry, with a zing and zip that far surpasses the creamier, mellow Japanese ones. One sip of the gravy (they do call it gravy, right?) instantly brought me back to my week-long stints in Singapore for work, and it made me wonder whether I'd ever return to the country as a tourist. And then I thought of Malaysia, and why I did not have curry there. Oh, right, Shalla's not too keen on spicy food. But that's another long-delayed essay.
At least there's still Toast & Co. It may not be the most Singaporean place to be in, but most of the Singaporean restaurants around me have disappeared, and Wee Nam Kee, while good for some things, doesn't quite replicate it. (There's also the weird detail that they do not have a branch in Ortigas, not after the Shangri-la Plaza branch closed down.) Chinese food is too ubiquitous for me to look forward too, and I won't always be in the mood for Korean or Thai. Why is it so hard to find something Malay? But then, I am at BGC almost every week, so that's something.
I should have bought laksa though, considering my recent craving for it. Soup. That's what we need in these rainy days.
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Comes, not unsurprisingly, from Heather Tomlinson's intellectually vacuous education department.
Local Campaigners trying to save the extremely good and popular Sefton Park School from congenital school wrecker, Peter Hammond's factory-style expansion plans have recently resorted to using the Freedom of Information Act (FoI) through My Society's excellent What do they know? website to try and find out what on earth is being perpetrated by the Bristol Labour Party against their local school.
Really? You can't release documents under the Freedom of Information Act? Where the hell did Heather's department get that one from? Who's advising them on FoI? Coco the Clown?
The briefest of glances at FoI legislation reveals exemptions certainly exist under the act but, unsurprisingly, nowhere does it list "not allowed to send documents" as one of them.
Incredible isn't it? A government department responsible for disbursing hundreds of millions of pounds that spends more millions on management then more millions on endless contracts for 'expert' CONsultants and they can't even understand a simple piece of legislation and provide a competent service around it.
Or is it that Heather and her staff presume we're all as stupid as she is?
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Looks like most of the FOI requests re: Sefton Park Expansion have been met with a standard "Can you clarify" response from Bob Rutherford. This isn't surprising considering a decision on "feasibility" is expected around December 12th.
You don't suppose they've made up their mind already do you?
Strangely Bob Rutherford is the CYPS project manager for the school expansion.
And he does overtime as a rather dim FOI clerk.
They appear to be the only opposition to the new school which should have been built on the Brunel site instead of cramming even more kids into poor old Sefton Park.
"Build strong, strategic relationships with key politicians at Bristol City Council to achieve their support and maximise GCCC's involvement and influence in the planning process".
Hmm! Influence the planning process eh!!
Now they are just refusing to supply requested information under advice from above – cheers Bob Rutherford – we really get a nice warm glow knowing that there's nothing to hide in your department.


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