The Robert and Carol Morris Center for 21st Century Music's fall concert season opens with a program of works by three seminal 20th century French composers, Maurice Ravel, Edgar Varèse, and Pierre Boulez. The compositions will be performed by the Slee Sinfonietta, conducted by Case Scaglione and featuring mezzo soprano Julia Bentley. The concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 10 in the Lippes Concert Hall in Slee Hall on the University at Buffalo's North Campus in Amherst. Tickets are available at the Slee Hall box office, (716) 645-2921.
Written for Elliott Carter's 80th birthday, Dérive 2 by Boulez is scored for eleven instruments: two trios (woodwinds, strings), two duos (percussion, harp/piano), and solo horn. The piece was the result of Boulez's research into periodicity. "When I reflected on some of Ligeti's compositions, I felt the desire to dedicate myself to some almost theoretical research into periodicity in order to systematically examine its overlays, its shifts and its exchange." The derivations are fragments of pieces by Carter and Ligeti. Boulez uses them isorythmically, in the manner of a 14th Century composer, complete with hockets.
In 1918, at the end of World War I, Ravel was in a state of deep creative despair after having witnessed the nightmare of combat firsthand. He wrote only one new piece that year, Frontispice for two pianos, five hands, a work which lasts all of two minutes. Frontispice first appeared in a magazine in 1919 as a musical frontispiece to Sonate pour un jet d'eau (Sonata for Water Jet), a poem by Ricciotto Canudo. The piece has a numerological component in its systematic use of threes and fives: three pianists, five hands, fifteen (3x5) measures, five staves, and so on. As conductor John Kennedy remarked, Boulez's 1987 orchestration of Frontispice brings out the "novel-in-a-sigh" quality of each gesture in an almost Webernesque way.
Ravel wrote two versions of Deux mélodies hébraïques (Two Hebrew Songs), one for voice and piano, the other for voice and orchestra. The Slee Sinfonietta will play the latter. Interestingly, the dates of the piano version and the orchestral version coincide almost perfectly with the beginning and end of World War I: 1914 and 1919. The texts for both songs are from the Bible. Ravel wrote each in two languages: The first, Kaddisch, a hymn of praise to God, in Aramaic and French, and the second, L'Énigme éternelle (Eternal Mystery), in Yiddish and French.
It's always interesting to hear two accomplished composers set the same text to music. In 1895, after completing his studies at the Paris Conservatoire, Ravel composed Un grand sommeil noir (A Deep Black Sleep), a setting for voice and piano of a short poem by Paul Verlaine. This piece marks the beginning of a gloomy and macabre note in Ravel's music, born out in such later works as Le Gibet from Gaspard de la nuit and La Valse. In 1906, while still a student of organist and composer Charles-Marie Widor, Varèse wrote his Un grand sommeil noir, a setting of the same Verlaine poem. Those who know Varèse as radical experimenter and electroniste will be fascinated to hear the hauntingly lyrical melodies and tonal harmonies he wrote in this song.
In September 2011, American conductor Case Scaglione began his tenure as Assistant Conductor of the New York Philharmonic. During the 2012/13 season, Mr. Scaglione worked with Sir Andrew Davis on the Lyric Opera of Chicago's production of Strauss' Elektra, and appeared as a guest conductor with the St. Louis Symphony, Edmonton Symphony, Jacksonville Symphony, and Palm Beach Opera. He finished his season in China with the Guangzhou Symphony and China Philharmonic, and at the Siena Music Festival in Siena, Italy with a production of Britten's Turn of the Screw.
Since completing apprenticeships with the Santa Fe Opera and the Chicago Lyric Opera, mezzo-soprano Julia Bentley has appeared in leading operatic roles (Carmen, Rosina, Dorbella, Despina, and both Rossini and Massenet Cinderellas) from Anchorage to New York, and has been featured as a soloist with orchestras led by George Manahan, Raymond Leppard, Oliver Knussen, Robert Shaw and Pierre Boulez. She currently teaches voice at Concordia University and the DePaul University School of Music, as well as the graduate Art Song Seminar at North Park University.
The Slee Sinfonietta is the professional chamber orchestra in residence at the University at Buffalo and the flagship ensemble of the Robert and Carol Morris Center for 21st Century Music. The Sinfonietta presents a series of concerts each year that feature performances of challenging new works by contemporary composers and lesser-known works from the chamber orchestra repertoire.


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THE NAPA GROUP — As more arms get vaccinated and society creaks open its doors to a semblance of normalcy, workers and organizations are considering how, when and if they should return to their shuttered offices and classrooms. Read more
Case Study: Mackenzie Offers Free Design Guide
COVID-19, Mackenzie, Prosper Portland, we build green cities
Mackenzie Offers Free Design Guide to Help Businesses Reopen
(Nokes wrote business case studies for We Build Green Cities, a Prosper Portland program.)
Businesses want to reopen, and they want to be safe. The question is, where does a business begin?
Mackenzie, an integrated design firm headquartered in Portland, has published a free, easy-to-use COVID-19 design guide to help businesses create healthier and safer work environments.
Dietrich Wieland, Mackenzie president, said his staff compiled the guide during the first weeks of the health emergency. He said their clients wanted to know how to retrofit their business spaces and how to redesign projects already in progress.
"Many clients had an 80-page document for guidance, which is hard for a lot of people to navigate," Wieland said. "Our simple guide is an interpretation of resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), as well as some state guidance."
Wieland said that while some businesses don't have a landlord willing to work with them, they want to get their doors open. The guide offers advice on how to maintain proper distancing, cleaning, and modifying behavior when it comes to shared spaces and work spaces. It provides ideas on entrances, lobbies, restrooms, conference areas, workstations and other spaces.
Wieland said Mackenzie is already completing a second version of the guide adding three components:
Site strategy — looking at solutions outside a building, including queuing outside, pick–up and drop–off procedures, parking modifications, plazas and roof decks.
How to design new spaces, including reimagining restrooms.
Addressing plumbing and mechanical systems.
Wieland said it's best to retain a mechanical engineer. "People are surprised to learn that buildings that haven't been operated in a long time need to have their plumbing flushed out," Wieland said. "We also address adding fresh air and modifying exhaust systems."
Wieland also recommends talking with an architect. "The design industry can help business owners through these scenarios," he said. "Sometimes design is about helping people use something in a new way."
Mackenzie supports the local community and is a corporate member of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon. This year marks Mackenzie's 60th anniversary, and they maintain offices in Portland, Oregon, and Seattle and Vancouver, Washington.

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A Canadian Man Had The Best Response To People Trespassing On His Property
The Newfoundland man's solution was the perfect response to people walking through his property.
If you live nearby a traffic intersection it's no surprise that people will walk on your property to get from point A to point B faster.
READ ALSO: New Canadian Millionaire Suing Her Family Member Over A Winning Lotto Ticket And The Story Is Wild
While it may be news to some people, pedestrians regularly will walk on your grass instead of the sidewalk to quicken their route. For one Newfoundland man, Fabian O'Dea, his busy neighbourhood had people walking through his property for a shortcut.
@st.johnsnewfoundlandembedded via
The O'Dea residence is found in the city of St. Johns, the capital of the province. Fabian, who was known to his friends as Fay, decided to deal with the many people who were cutting through his backyard up to Allandale Road.
Instead of putting in a fence, O'Dea decided to be the ultimate polite Canadian and create a path so trekking through the grass would be that much easier for his neighbours. He even named it after himself, calling it "Fay's Way."
Via Reddit
In fact, if you look around the Elizabeth Avenue and Allandale Road area in St. Johns on Google Maps, you can actually find the pathway that O'Dea installed.
While Fay's Way still lives on, Fabian O'Dea sadly passed away in February of 2017 at 73 years old. The city's local newspaper has estimated that thousands have used the path over the years in the city.
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Now Shannon O'Dea Dawson, daughter of Fabian, upkeeps the path with a beautiful garden in honour of her father's memory.
"Dad loved gardens and always wanted to beautify the green spaces around him," O'Dea Dawson shared, explaining that her involvement now was her way of thanking her father.
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It's always lovely to hear that Canadians across the country are still looking out for one another, whether it's building a path for your neighbourhood or buying the coffee for the person behind you in the Tim Horton's drive-thru.
Being nice is what Canadians are known for, after all.
Source: Reddit, The St. John's Telegram


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National profile of the growing population of older adults who access community health centers
Stephanie Nothelle, Jessica Colburn, Cynthia Boyd
Background: Community health centers (CHCs) are federally funded safety-net clinics that provide care to low income and medically underserved persons. The proportion of CHC patients aged ≥65 doubled in the last ten years, yet little is known about this population. We aim to describe the demographic and clinical characteristics of the older adult CHC population. Design: Cross sectional analysis. Setting: The nationally representative 2014 Health Center Patient Survey. Participants: CHC patients ≥55 years. Measures: We used descriptive statistics to characterize older adults across demographic and clinical variables. To determine differences by age, we stratified into three groups (55–64, 65–74, 75+ years). We used t-tests and chi-squared to calculate p values and survey weights to make national estimates. Results: We included 1875 older adults ≥55 years, representing over 4.2 million people. Older adults were mostly aged 55–64 (60%), female (51%), and white (60%). The majority (73%) had Medicare or Medicaid and 47% reported fair or poor health. Regardless of age, older adults had an average of three chronic conditions and 0.6 impairments in activities of daily living (ADL). Healthcare utilization was not significantly different across age groups with most taking ≥5 prescription medications (54%) and one in five reporting ≥2 emergency department visits or ≥1 hospitalization in the last year. Conclusions: Adults 55–64 who attend CHCs have similar disease burden as adults ≥65. As the population of older adults who access CHCs grow, our findings highlight the opportunity to enhance focus on key principles of geriatric medicine, such as measurement of functional impairment for those who are <65 while also addressing underlying health disparities.
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Community Health Centers Medicine & Life Sciences 100%
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Nothelle, S., Colburn, J., & Boyd, C. (2021). National profile of the growing population of older adults who access community health centers. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 69(6), 1592-1600. https://doi.org/10.1111/jgs.17088
National profile of the growing population of older adults who access community health centers. / Nothelle, Stephanie; Colburn, Jessica; Boyd, Cynthia.
In: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, Vol. 69, No. 6, 06.2021, p. 1592-1600.
Nothelle, S, Colburn, J & Boyd, C 2021, 'National profile of the growing population of older adults who access community health centers', Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, vol. 69, no. 6, pp. 1592-1600. https://doi.org/10.1111/jgs.17088
Nothelle S, Colburn J, Boyd C. National profile of the growing population of older adults who access community health centers. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. 2021 Jun;69(6):1592-1600. doi: 10.1111/jgs.17088
Nothelle, Stephanie ; Colburn, Jessica ; Boyd, Cynthia. / National profile of the growing population of older adults who access community health centers. In: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. 2021 ; Vol. 69, No. 6. pp. 1592-1600.
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StikkiNikki is the pink organic gelateria that serves homemade organic ice cream in its eight stores in the Stockholm area. The gelato is made of organic ingredients, without additives or flavorings. Try the classic Belgian chocolate or some temporary flavor like beer and lemon sorbet. Half of the flavors are vegan, such as the mango sorbet or the coconut ice cream. Eat at the store, or bring a pint or liter home. StikkiNikki also offers catering for events and tasting in groups of 6-12 people.


These decadent orbs of delight come from local Portland, Oregon Chocolatier, Moonstruck Chocolate. While their chocolates can be found in more upscale grocery markets throughout the U.S. (Market of Choice, Whole Foods, etc), visiting one of their Portland cafes makes for a more heightened moonstruck chocolate experience.
Of all their shops, I love visiting their original teeny tiny downtown Alder Street cafe the most. It can only accommodate about 4 or 5 customers tops and feels like something from the early 1900's. Every trip to Portland requires me to shop here at least once.
An exotic ganache of whipped cream and single origin dark chocolate derived from rare and flavorful Triniterio cocoa beans from the Caribbean, resulting in hints of dried fruits and fresh tobacco. Enrobed in dark chocolate and topped with roasted cocoa nibs.
Today's inspiration has more to do with the words used to describe the truffle vs the actual image of the truffle…taking it from the ordinary to the extra-ordinary. If we were a moonstruck chocolate how would we describe ourselves?


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2013-14 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey sees the brand return after a three-year absence. But this isn't the same Trilogy as the last one that was released in 2009-10. The new high-end configuration centers on autographs and only the top rookies available for the set.
Every 2013-14 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey hobby box comes with three mini boxes. Each mini box comes with three packs. The hits in every mini box break down to a pair of autographs and either a memorabilia card or a new UD Crystal card, making Trilogy a hit-per-pack product.
A precursor to the double rookie class that will headline sets released after the start of the 2013-14 season, Trilogy focuses on the best players to debut during the shortened 2012-13 season. Nail Yakupov, Vladimir Tarasenko, Alex Galchenyuk and Jonathan Huberdeau are among the rookie cards in 2013-14 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey. Just 33 rookies make the cut in the release, helping ensure a stronger upside. Rookie Signature Premieres have three levels for each player. Inserted one per mini box, they're numbered to 699, 399 and 49. Triple rookie autographs are numbered to 25.
Signature Pucks use a puck face as the signing surface. Besides basic versions, Trilogy also has rare Retro Logo (#/13) and Shield Logo (#/3) cards.
Combining to fall one per box are Ice Scripts and Clear Cut Combos. Printed on plexiglass, it gives the signatures a distinct look. Past Ice Scripts cards have held up extremely well on the secondary market. Clear Cut Combos come with a pair of autographs in three levels of rarity.
Bringing more of the plexiglass are UD Crystal. Inserted one per box, these high-end inserts come in three tiers each of active, retired and rookie players.
Rounding out the 2013-14 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey hits are Three Star Spotlight triple jersey cards. Past, Present & Future offer a generational look at the game. There are also National Trios cards.
The 2013-14 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey base set has 100 cards.
The Ice Scripts and Crystals are nice looking cards but the overall value of this product is horrible. Sticker autos on a strong rookie class for a $250+ product is embarrassing. Furthermore, the triple jersey cards are poorly designed and should barely be considered a "hit". The puck signatures look like a "Sweet Shot" knockoff. For a "high end" product you are not getting your money's worth.
Yep – looks like a jumble of SPGU (base design, sticker autos), Ice (acetate), and Sweet Shot (pucks). UD should have just brought back Ice.
Still, people will buy it.
Rookies totalling 1150 per player at this price point is a serious embarassment.
will sell but not because people know any better… need their hockey card fill after what happened last year.
When I see a product like this for the price they are asking. 1.5 years into my venture back with this hobby is quickly coming to an end.
the puck auto's and the ice scripts are nice, but the pricepoint for this product kills it, especially with stick auto's for the rookies.
I'm sorry but if I'm going to pay over $250 even $200 for this product I do not want to see guys like josh gorges and Lars Eller in the checklist. I will pass. Sticker autos 3 levels totalling over 1000 rookie autos , garbage. Who are you kidding upper deck.
Like the others say – what is UD thinking? Stickers on the first product of the year and a very high end product at that. After a long wait for the high end rookies from last year this is what UD responds with. Could you imagine how this product would do with hard signed autos? And once more we are seeing redemptions. If you are looking for value – this is not the product. Shame on you UD. When will they learn. Come to think of it after a case break it was pretty brutal to the eyes and pocket book.
I bought 2 single packs and got a puck and a crystal, which I am aware is very good luck for the box…. I personally like the pucks hard signed maybe they are like the sweet shots but the pucks are the only value I see in this product ….don't get me wrong I am not too happy with this product from the breaks that I have seen I mean 250 bucks for a box and not a chance at a patch card is garbage!!!!!
NOT WORTH THE MONEY! no rc's other than sticker auto's of 1,150 per player, making value low.no base parallels other than printing plates. no patch cards of any kind. only on card auto's aren't numbered. product seems very rushed and poorly planed out. will not buy this product again. if anyone plans on Bying , wait. price is surely to come down, way over priced.
what is it with collectors today, all it seems is everyone wants best for nothing….. this is a great product!!! 6 autos a box and tons of short prints, fyi you need to complain to the NHLPA if you don't redemptions $250.00 is a reasonable price,as for sticker auto's? really come on guys how many products don't have sticker auto's. except for super premium even SPA oes for anything over 3 autos it keeps the condition high and imagine how many more redemptions there would be.
J.B I think what you are missing that everyone is saying is, look at the product that you compared this one to, SPA is 100 a box not 250 if this product was at that price point there wouldn't be as many complaints. also SPA comes with 18 packs compared to 9 And more than double the price. I gave this product 3 stars because I think if the price point drops to 100 it would be a solid product. At the price point it's at now it is held to higher expectations and in this collector's opinion fell short of meeting the standards of the high end products out there. if you want to compare lets take a look at rookie anthology…. 100 bucks for 50 cards compared to 250 for 45, RA gives the chance and multiple patch cards they look great with hard signed cards which makes the redemptions understandable! Even SPX is a great product at a lower price point.
Look, i've seen a few valid points both ways. First, as far as sticker auto's go, who cares, it's still the players hand signed autograph no matter how you dice it up. i pulled a signature sensation crosby from 10-11 upperdeck, and i wasn't complaining when i got 3 Bills for it.i think the ice crystal rookies are nice #'/75. I mean those shoud be close to the value of ice premiere rookies especially where their that short-printed. The signature pucks are very cool,It's nice to see guys like Ranford and old vintage players like Bobby Hull and Bobby orr, they look cool. I don't lioke the 3 levels of rookies though, You always run into the whole "well the /699 is the real rookie and the /399,.49 aren't really the players rookie, IE: the cup rainbows, How are these cards not rookie cards when they come out of the same product?? makes NO SENSE at all there!!
I rated the product as being average only because there is only 9 packs per box. 15 packs would have made it much more worthwhile. I did do fairly well with my hits. A Ray Bourque autograph & An Etem RC #/49. 1 small error in the set is having the rookies #/699, /399 & /49. If a RC is #/49, don't have the same player #/699 & #/399 as well. Makes no sense. My main problem doesn't have to do with the product itself but, with the people who pull tough hits then, sell them for low, low prices. Ruins it for everyone! Takes the value way down. I have a Rookie Anthology Mayer RC/patch/auto #/99. Some sell them online for $12! What?? Ridiculous! Even selling the RC Silhouettes is getting tougher. Ok- said my peace. lol Cheers, all!
I think this product is a great product, but WAY to overpriced. I have seen breaks, and I love the product, but once again, not worth the money. I recent bought a Granlund rookie auto for $7.50 on ebay. Granlund is one of the top rookies, and he is going for $7.50! I also just ripped open my first pack of that stuff today, and I pulled a Brendan Gallagher Signature Pucks, so I was very pleased with that. This is a product to buy occasionally by the pack, not the box.
overall i buy lots of ice script and im ok with it !!
Overall, I have had great luck with this product. I have paid 210 for it and each time I walk away with over 500 in value.
I just cracked a case yesterday and got card 200 (yakopov/tarasenk/galchenyuk) what a great find … 2nd highest priced card.
The design is crisp and clean for once. I really enjoy this product. I enjoy all the signatures even if they are on a sticker. In my early years you had to go to a game and wish that you meet a player to get a signature. So Im liking what I see.
The cost doesnt bother me. In the end because of all the rookies for this year … this product will be worth more on the market in years to come. Some people need to be able to see the future projection of cards.
Im not in it for the financial gain … im in it for the fun. Busting open a pack and seeing who you can get … still is the highlight of my day. Card collectors are too worried about the all mighty dollar and current value.
I remember getting a gretzsky rookie in a pack that I paid under $2 for …. Its made money over the years and well worth it now.
I hope that people dont move away from the enjoyment of collecting and the mysterious unkown that hides behind every pack. My collection to me is priceless because it has been the thing that has brought me and my son together with a common ground. As a teacher … I bring my collection in and share it with my students especially my hockey buffs. I believe that my views will be the ones that are longer lasting than anyone who complains here.
Overall … go back to the old beliefs and collect to have fun … money is not everything in this world … you too will find that out … someday!
Great card design. Lots of rookie autos.
Question: What is the best One Touch size for the Signature Rookie Premieres? Is it 75pt? I need a bunch but don't want to order too tight or too loose. Thanks in advance!
On the second tab, there is a guide for determining the correct case size by using the thickness in base cards.
Pretty good value in box especially given the variety of cards per box. I especially enjoyed the chase for the different rookies at each level. The signature pucks and crystals were also fun.
Also, agree with prior statements that base cards seem like SPGU and triple jersey relics didnt do anything for me.
Overall, good product with decent value compared to some panini products (playbook or prime).
how much would the ccc-go gretzky/orr combo be worth?
2013-14 Upper Deck Trilogy Hockey HOBBY Box 3 Rookie Auto, Patch Jersey?
2013-14 UD Trilogy Factory Sealed Hockey Hobby Box -Nathan MacKinnon AUTO RC ?


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Home How tonlé does ethical fashion
I was introduced to tonlé by friends on social media. I saw a post by a friend in a beautiful handwoven, sustainably-made sweater made from reclaimed fabrics which made me want to learn about the brand. tonlé is an ethical brand that makes vibrant garments, accessories and housewares using fair labor and from reclaimed and sustainable fabrics. I'm happy to share my review of tonlé garments, as well as highlight its values which align with mine.
About tonlé
tonlé's business model incorporates a focus on how its garments positively impact communities, champion inclusivity, and advance fashion justice. Hopefully all this doesn't sound salesy, because it isn't. I write about sustainable fashion to hold up brands that are doing things right, and tonlé is one such brand; it's a pacesetter in driving the right kind of change in the fashion industry. tonlé's actions discussed below are what lead me to describe it as a pacesetter in driving the right kind of change.
Fashion inclusivity at tonlé
The first impression on visiting tonlé's website is that its models are diverse. As a black sustainable fashion blogger, it is good to see yourself represented. I think by any objective measure the fashion industry still has work to do on diversity, so when you encounter a brand that isn't all talk, that fully embraces racial, size and gender inclusivity, it's proper to describe it as a pacesetter. Certainly the vibe you get on tonlé's website is that all are welcome at tonlé.
Sizing at tonlé runs from XS to 3XL and runs true to size at least for me. Although not directly related to size inclusivity, I believe affordability fosters more inclusivity through price accessibility. The prices of most sustainable fashion are still on the high end, certainly because sustainable fashion brands don't yet have the scale of fast fashion brands, but tonlé provides garments at an accessible price point.
Ethical and sustainable Manufacturing Practices
tonlé 's garments are handmade, ethically and sustainably, in its workshop in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Workers are paid fairly and work under good conditions. tonlé takes a collaborative approach to production, with no assembly lines and sewers working collaboratively in sewing circles. Notably, tonlé's garments are designed for longevity so that they can be loved by more than one person, a model for circular fashion. The brand has a fashion resale platform called the open closet, to facilitate the reselling of pre-loved tonlé pieces. This platform also has up-cycled garments through tonlé's reimagined collection.
Transparency at tonlé
While most of us use third party certifications as assurance of the transparent supply chain, tonlé approaches transparency differently. While I believe that third party certifications provide assurance of transparency, reading about how they approach it at tonlé provided me with a new perspective. While third party certifications focus on auditing the supply chain, because most fashion brands including some sustainable brands outsource production, tonlé is involved in the whole process, from sourcing, manufacturing, and retail. Its transparency stems from doing things right at all stages by itself. It lets its actions speak for themselves. For further reassurance, the brand provides testimonials from people and organizations that have visited its workshop. If you are interested in learning more about transparency at tonlé, check out its transparency series here!
Why Zero waste fashion is important
tonlé is a zero-waste fashion brand. As we all know, the fashion industry is extremely wasteful. It's estimated that 35% of materials in the fashion industry supply chain go to waste. This is waste from even before garments reach the consumer; this includes waste from cutting fabric, defected garments or excessive fabric stock. In addition to waste, the fashion industry also causes significant pollution, including effluents from toxic dyes into water sources, textile waste and carbon emissions from energy usage.
tonlé uses high quality deadstock, cut-waste, and textiles. Textiles that would otherwise end up in landfills are sold in remnant markets; it is in markets like these that tonlé sources a significant proportion of its fabrics. Also, the brand takes measures in-house to reduce waste. Its fabrics are hand-cut, which significantly reduces waste compared to machine cut fabrics, and any defected fabric is repurposed and woven into yarn to be used for something else. tonlé also works with Weaves of Cambodia, a weaving collective that creates its signature zero-waste, upcycled textiles from small scraps of reclaimed fabrics like the one I'm wearing in the picture below.
tonlé uses nontoxic natural dyes and screen printing which use less water than the conventional dyeing process. Dyeing is the most polluting and energy-intensive processes involved in making our clothes. Sadly, this is not visible to most of us in the western world, but countries that we outsource our production to have significant water pollution attributable to effluents from toxic dyes. It's good to see brands like tonlé working hard to minimize their environmental impact.
Sewer, Ming Eng making a handwoven tonlé piece.
My review of my tonlé outfits
Now the juicy parts, the outfits! This is a fashion blog after all. I would describe tonlé's garments as a mix of sustainable staples, handwoven garments and vibrant prints. tonlé also has up-cycled garments from its reimagined collection. tonlé also has handwoven home good and fashion accessories.
Affordable sustainable fashion
In terms of cost, expect affordable prices at tonlé with a meaningful number of garments priced under $150 and even under $100! tonlé gifted me three outfits from its autumn/winter 2021 that I review below.
Outfit 1: Phnom Vest
Cost: $145 USD, Sizes: S/M and L/XL
The Phnom vest from tonlé is handwoven from reclaimed cotton and the yarn from the zero-waste process described above. It's wonderful that otherwise discarded fabric is turned into a beautiful and unique handmade cardigan. Woven pieces such as the Phnom vest are signature style at tonlé and I have seen it woven into beautiful sweaters, sweater coats and dresses. It's a versatile piece that can be worn casually or even dressed up. I paired mine with a plain white turtleneck, jeans and fluffy boots for a casual-fresh-and-cozy look. It would probably look great over a dress too!
Phnom vest in khaki and cream.
Outfit 2: Teavy sweatshirt dress
Cost:$76 USD, Sizes: XS to 3XL
The Teavy sweatshirt dress is pretty much a comfy sweatshirt turned into a cute-cozy dress. The dress is made from up-cycled textiles! It's a roomy/boxier fit but still flattering. It has two pockets making it even cozier. The Teavy sweatshirt dress is a cold weather dress. I paired my dress with booties for the fall (would look cute with sneakers too!); in the winter I would add tights and a coat. The dress comes in three colors, black, indigo and oatmeal (Indigo in the picture below).
Teavy sweatshirt dress in indigo.
Outfit 3: Seyma pants matched with the relaxed basic top
Seyma pant cost : $86 USD, Sizes XS to 3XL
Relaxed basic top cost : $60 USD, Sizes XS to 3XL
The Seyma pant is wide legged and slightly cropped. I'm 5'3 and the pants falls right above my ankles. It's made from reclaimed rayon and is very comfortable. The waist has a band that can be adjusted to your desired tightness/fit. It's a versatile staple that can be dressed up or down. Colors available are black, navy and wine (mine is in wine). I went for a more dressy look and matched it with the relaxed basic top from tonlé. The relaxed basic top from tonlé is not a long sleeved tee and is far from basic in my opinion. It is a loose-fitting elegant top made from reclaimed crepe fabric. It's a versatile piece that can be tucked in or styled untucked. tonlé describes it as a great addition to your capsule wardrobe and I totally agree. It's available in colors pink clay, rust, sand and black (mine is in sand).
Seyma pant in wine and relaxed basic top in sand.
Plastic free packaging
My package from tonlé came in plastic free packaging! My garments were neatly rolled up and tied with a cloth ribbon made from left-over fabrics. I did not take a photo because I was too excited to try on my clothes. Below is a photo from tonlé, because I think the packaging is something notable and worth sharing.
Sustainable packaging from tonlé
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tonlé sounds like a great zero waste fashion brand! You got such cute pieces too.


Welcome to another one of our *NEW* Categories at The Pattern Cupboard! We found that Shelf Sitter Patterns are one of our most popular items, and we have so many from soup to nuts LOL, that we wanted to showcase them for you in their very own category! If you're looking for that special Shelf Sitter for your Country or Primitive Home Decor, we will most likely have just the Shelf Sitter Pattern you're looking for!
Our adorable Skating Penguin PDF is a cute & unique Christmas/Winter pattern.


2016 was a long and placid harvest.
A very early start in August gave way to beautifully mild weather for a lengthy harvest and good hang times.
Reminiscent of an alluring Champagne, just without the bubbles. Layers of biscuit and citrus with refreshing acidity in the finish.
Inviting tropical and floral notes of apricot and honeysuckle with a hint of honeycomb. Sumptuous richness with nice acidity.
Handsomely voluptuous but with good acidity. Notes of herbal tea and stone fruit evolve with a hint of spice. Limestone minerality.
Neither too grassy nor tropical, this wine bridges the spectrum of Sauvignon Blanc with notes of apple, quince, and elderflower.
A botrytized Riesling lovely with cheeses, spicy fare, or desserts. Notes of peach, citrus, and beeswax, with a hint of cocoa butter.
Sumptuous cherry and delightful violet feature prominently among light notes of baking spice and an earthier hint of dried fennel.
A special release from our favorite three barrels of 2016 in honor of our tenth harvest. An especially deep and complex Pinot Noir.
Delicious notes of berry, flowers, spicebox, and dried herbs. Released entirely to members. Due to weather, no 2017 will be made.
Fermented with 30% whole clusters. Sumptuous cherry and floral notes coalesce with earthy, spicy hints of light toast and cedar.
Co-fermented with 4% Viognier. Pretty notes of blue fruits and meadow flowers with traces of crème brûlée and maple bacon.
A notably round and inviting vintage with plush notes of mixed berry and ripe plum complemented by hints of vanilla and clove.
A delightful cool-climate Syrah. Deep ruby in color with notes of refreshing dark berry, black pepper, smoked meat, and light toast.


The Innovations in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) workshop will highlight recent advances in information and communication technologies (ICTs) and how they are empowering both decision-makers and citizens to play a proactive role in managing disaster risks and providing more effective disaster response. This joint UNDP and Central European University (CEU) workshop will combine regional UNDP experience, ICT industry expertise, and accumulated first-hand knowledge from a global network of organizations, offering both theoretical and practical skills in disaster risk reduction, monitoring, and recovery.
The program will cover a number of themes, including ICTs for DRR, Early Warning Systems, disaster preparedness and response, smart cities, and integration of relevant innovative solutions into sectoral and municipal development. A range of technologies will be presented including remote sensing, GIS, big data, citizen science, mobile solutions, and more.
The workshop is targeted at representatives of regional and country offices of UN agencies, National Focal Points of international conventions, relevant government agencies (e.g. Ministries of Emergency Situations, Environment, Communications), researchers and civil society. Proven experience to any aspect of disaster risk reduction, whether in a professional or academic context, is a prerequisite for the workshop.


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Wapner named to aviation committee
Alan D. Wapner, has been named to the Airports Council International-North America's policy council.
Wapner, president of Ontario International Airport Authority's board of commissioners, joins five new appointees on the ACI-NA's policy council, according to a statement on the airport's website.
Airports Council International is a trade association that represents commercial airports in Canada and the United States. Its policy council provides regulatory and other information to airport officials.
"It is an honor to work alongside some of the top airport officials in navigating the challenges and opportunities facing our industry and air travel," Wapner said in the statement.
Wapner, an Ontario city council member, is also chair of the Airport Council's commissioners committee, according to the statement.
Scott C. Stiles has been named Palm Springs' city manager. Stiles, who has been Garden …


Elise and Peter were married on July 22, 2017 at the Hickory Street Annex in Dallas, Texas. This lovely couple decided to break tradition and see each other for the first time in a private, romantic moment before their wedding ceremony. As photographers, we love to capture the first look emotion, hugs, kisses and tears. First looks are intimate, powerful, and reveal so much about a couple and what their wedding day means to them. The ceremony was very nice and following reception was one huge party with live music. From wedding preparation time at the NYLO hotel in downtown Dallas and the sweet moment Peter had with Elise when he saw her for the first time to the glow sticks exit, we enjoyed photographing every part of their special day and created everlasting memories. George Troup Photography congratulates the newlyweds and wish them all the best in their marriage!


Here's a quick cake I made for Dag', not for his birthday actually but for his name's day some time ago.
The original recipe uses apples and marzipan (or, actually almond mass, which is almost the same) but I made my own by mixing almonds and sugar; then you can choose how sweet you want it, and added nectarines and strawberries. I used so called Indian Sugar which is a little bit healthier than regular, white sugar. (I would have done this with coconut sugar but didn't have any at home). The cake is basically just marzipan and eggs. So it's gluten free for those who can't have it. We buy our eggs directly from an organic farm.
Mix the almonds with the eggs in a kitchen mixer or by hand, using a fork at first and then a wooden spoon.
Pour the mix in a cake mold and decorate with thin slices of nectarine.
Bake in a 200C oven for 10-15 minutes.
Let cool and decorate with fresh, chopped strawberries.
Serve with something white with vanilla - I mixed some real vanilla with thick Turkish yoghurt.
I'm thinking a version with our sugar, with an almond-date mix instead could work too.
I would also like to make a vegan version out of this, perhaps with some soy yoghurt instead of the eggs. Let's see what I come up with!


NEW YORK ( TheStreet) --A true stock trader is agnostic, freely shifting his position in the same stock, going long or short, sometimes multiple times, whenever the situation warrants. Biotech traders profit most from this flexibility when biotech stock prices "run up" into catalysts and then "run down" after the catalyst passes.
The biotech run down most often occurs following an FDA drug approval. Recent examples include Exelixis ( EXEL - Get Report), Discovery Labs ( DSCO, Vivus ( VVUS, Arena Pharma ( ARNA, Talon Therapeutics ( TLON and Horizon Pharma ( HZNP - Get Report). All of these stocks trade today at values substantially lower than their respective highs reached during the "run-up" into FDA drug approval. Just last Friday, Ariad Pharmaceuticals ( ARIA received early FDA approval for its leukemia drug and the share price dropped 20%.
Getting a drug approved by the FDA is an amazing achievement, so why do so many biotech and drug stocks fall following this happy event?
The answer, of course, is markets are forward looking, so drug approvals are often baked into stock valuations well before the event takes place. This is particularly true in cases where drug approval is widely expected. When drug approval is actually announced, stocks are already fairly valued. In worst cases, the run-up causes drug-approval stocks to overshoot on valuation. When this happens, profit taking can get manic as traders trip over each other to exit positions as quick as possible.
Alexza Pharmaceuticals ( ALXA is setting up nicely for a run-down trade ahead of Friday's FDA approval decision on the company's Adasuve therapy for schizophrenia agitation. I wrote a column on Nov. 20 recommending Alexza as a run-up trade and now it's time to reverse course.
The stock is trading at new highs following this week's decision by European regulators to recommend Adasuve for approval. Run-up traders locked in gains before the European decision was announced and now wait for the FDA to make its ruling known on Dec. 21.
Alexza's stock price is likely to sell off on news of Adasuve's approval by FDA. At these levels, the stock is pricing in FDA approval and unrealistic Adasuve sales. Zacks analyst Jason Napodano's take on why Alexza is overvalued is a must read.
How to profit from the coming Alexza run down: The most common method is to short Alexza shares on the approval spike and cover into the run down. I'd expect to see a price spike in Alexza following the Adasuve approval announcement, followed by multiple days where shares will close lower than they open.
Traders who prefer options can buy puts or sell calls on the approval price spike, betting the share price will pull back before the options expire. More experienced traders can also build complex options setups, such as butterflies or condors, to take advantage of the implied volatility in share price and creating windows of maximum profitability before the actual FDA decision is announced.
Traders who don't mind taking a bit more risk can even short Alexza just before the expected FDA decision. If FDA surprises the market by rejecting Adasuve, Alexza's stock price will plummet and the trading profits will be huge. An advantage to shorting pre-approval is that finding shares to short post approval can be difficult.
Messier has no current position in Alexza but he may short the stock following the FDA decision on Friday.


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Q: redux-persist и reducer Работаю с react и redux несколько месяцев. Возникла задача создать приложение, использующее redux-persist. В описании, данном на github все выгладит просто. Но проблемы начинаются, когда я пытаюсь изменить состояние через редьюсер.
///index.js
import React from 'react';
import ReactDOM from 'react-dom';
import { createStore } from 'redux';
import { Provider } from 'react-redux';
import * as serviceWorker from './serviceWorker';

import './index.css';
import App from './App';
import Tasks from './js/reducers/Tasks';
import { persistStore, persistReducer } from 'redux-persist';
import storage from 'redux-persist/lib/storage';
import { PersistGate } from 'redux-persist/integration/react';

const initialState = {
    Tasks:  []
}

const persistConfig = {
    key: 'root',
    storage,
};

const persistedReducer = persistReducer(persistConfig, Tasks);

export const store = createStore(persistedReducer, initialState);
export const persistor = persistStore(store);

ReactDOM.render(
    <Provider store={store}>
        <PersistGate loading={null} persistor={persistor}>
            < App / >
        </PersistGate>
    </Provider>,
    document.getElementById('root')
);

serviceWorker.unregister();

///Tasks.js
const Tasks = (state={}, action) => {
    let newState = {};
    switch(action.type) {
        case 'ADD_TASK':
            state.Tasks.forEach(task => {
                if (task.TaskName === action.newTaskName) {
                    alert("Уже есть задача с таким именем");
                    return state;
                }
            })
            let token = '';
            for (let i = 0; i < 20; i++) {
                let randomCharIndex = Math.floor(Math.random() * action.newTaskName.value.length);
                token += action.newTaskName.value[randomCharIndex];
            }
            console.log("State", state);
            newState = state;
            let Tasks = [...state.Tasks,
                {
                    id: token,
                    TaskName: action.newTaskName.value,
                    TaskDescr: action.newTaskDescr.value,
                    TaskPriority: action.newTaskPriority.value,
                    TaskDone: action.newTaskDone,
                    TaskPlanDateTime: action.newTaskPlanDateTime.value,
                    TaskFinishDateTime: action.newTaskFinishDateTime.value
                }
            ]
            newState.Tasks = Tasks;
            console.log(newState);
            return newState;
        case 'DELETE_TASK':
            state.forEach(task => {
                if (task.id !== action.token) {
                    newState.push(task);
                }
            })
            return newState;
        case 'TOGGLE_TASK':
            state.forEach(task => {
                let newTask = {...task};
                if (newTask.id === action.token) {
                    newTask.TaskDone = !task.TaskDone;
                }
                newState.push(newTask);
            })
            return newState;
        default:
            return state;
    }
}

export default Tasks;

Прошу помочь разобраться.

A: Разобрался. Проблема заключалась в том, как я делаю копию состояния в редьюсере.
Правильно должно быть так:
let newState = {...state};

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On the 26 April, Sirte security forces found a body in an orange jumpsuit, thought to have been killed by ISIS. It is unclear if the body was from a recent killing or from when ISIS controlled the city up until late 2016.
On 23 April, reports suggest the al-Qaeda affiliated jihadist group Ansar al-Sharia (AS) were involved in clashes between the Libyan National Army (LNA) and the Derna Mujahedeen Shura Council (DMSC) west of Derna. On 25 April, an alleged 'extremist cell' was apprehended in al-Jufrah by LNA-affiliated forces.
On 30 April, the Libya Quartet said it supports Libya holding presidential and parliamentary elections this year. On 29 April, Egypt and France agreed that elections should be held in Libya before the end of 2018. On 27 April, the US and Libya's GNA signed a Memorandum of Intent for airport security and a Letter of Agreement to support Libyan policing, prisons and justice sector development.
On 26 April, Libyan National Army (LNA) commander Khalifa Haftar landed at Benghazi. On 27 April, the Awlad Suliman Tribal Council in Sebha issued a statement welcoming Haftar's return and declaring loyalty and readiness to support him. On 25 April, a delegation from the city of Zintan paid a return visit to Misrata, where delegates from both cities signed a reconciliation agreement.


today tattoo tuesday looks at animal guides or friends which adorn some of my friends' bodies.
i have long been interested in what various cultures believe about animals. i am particularly interested in the notion that certain animals have particular power and provide lessons for us if we listen. in fact the name of this blog celebrates the medicine* of one of my most enduring animal totems - the humble mouse.
the first photo is of a friend who has long had an affinity for elephants - the band which adorns his arm comes from a drawing which he did when he was young. he told me he drew it based on an image he discovered on his family crest - so it seems as if the affinity for elephants is generational!
i thought it would be fun to share a bit of the wisdom associated with each of the animals from today's tattoos; so, below each photo is a blurb summarizing a bit of the wisdom associated with that animal. by the way the blurbs were copied from various internet sources. in terms of my own printed materials, my favorite reference for animal wisdom is ted andrews book animal-speak: the spiritual and magical powers of creatures great and small (first published in 1993).
Elephant medicine is to know ourselves. Moreover, to see an elephant in Dreamtime reminds us that we need to be more patient and understanding of others. Elephant gives us dignity, grace, strength and wisdom. The key is to honor the power of our cosmic memory for elephant carries the lessons of our planet from the beginning of time. By connecting to elephant, we affect planetary healing beyond the space-time continuum.
When a bat visits us in our dreams, we are challenged to learn the power of adaptation. Bat tells us to quiet the mind and carefully listen within our hearts for a new voice of expression. Bat's spirit reminds us that the past is no longer relevant. Now, we must release old habits and seek a different way of being. The key is to bring all things into balance. In this manner, bat shows us that positive change can be our soul's greatest ally.
Wolf spirit is one of our greatest teachers. He signifies loyalty to family and friends. His gift is to find and follow our true path of destiny through an independent spirit and with trust in our many senses. With wolf, we learn to seek periods of retreat to delve into the mystery. When wolf appears in our dreams, he is guiding us to first find great Medicine through inner work, and then to return to our pack to serve as a teacher, guide and healer.
The appearance of Crow is always a message from our unconscious, for so often Crow warns us of danger, reminds us of our disappointments, and reveals the darker aspects of our character. The key is to be willing to tell the truth regardless of the consequences. Crow's gifts are his voice, his keen insight and his talent for mischief. Crow is a wonderful teacher, so be a good student... one who is prepared to see from afar and speak with great clarity.
Snake appears in our dreams to alert of us of a significant event that will soon spiral into our waking life. Snake's gifts are psychic energy and spiritual healing. Snake awakens our sexuality and brings renewal to our emotional body. His presence provides us with an opportunity for true transformation of the soul to occur. The key is to honor our friends and respect our enemies for every soul is an important teacher in Earth's School of Love.
For the dreamer, alligator spirit signifies the presence of an individual who is willing to acquire personal power through a quiet, inner patience. Alligator's gift is awareness of the dangers, lurking below the surface waters of our emotional body. For alligator, the key to survival is the suspension of judgment, even in the face of the great unknown. This is the path of ancient wisdom, for alligator recognizes that we are all seekers of the soul.
Ladybugs have tremendous symbolism from cultures all across the world. The ladybug is a common symbol of friendship because it is a natural helper in gardens, and works in harmony with nature (and gardeners). In Chinese symbolism the ladybug is very auspicious and considered very good luck. Asian lore indicates if a ladybug lands on your clothing, your true love is sure to come to call. The number of spots on the ladybug is an indication of how many months will pass until you meet your true love.
pete seeger singing the beastiary song (also known as alligator, hedgehog) - a folk classic which has been a childrearing standard at casa mouse since the early 1980s when i picked up my first recording of seeger's animal folk song (in vinyl!). this song and many other animal folk songs appear on pete seeger's album birds, beasts, bugs & fishes (little and big) which is available as a cd.
* Mouse medicine is one of the strongest amongst our animal allies, but is often over looked because he's small. He may not have the voice of the wolf, the eye of the eagle, or the stamina of a humpback whale. Mouse does have the ability to squeeze into impossible spaces, find all that is hidden between the walls, and see what others over look. Mouse can teach us to see the world in great detail. Because mice can only see a few inches from their noses, their world is very close to their faces. This view of life allows us to slow down and look at a situation or project from all the details verses the final out come. Mice can also squeeze anywhere their heads can fit (in most cases the size of a quarter or smaller) showing us that nothing is impossible if we look at all the possibilities. So let Mouse come into your heart today. Let him show you the forgotten details and new possibilities that dance around your feet.
Just about perfect post, Mouse! My animals are turtles, owls, and herons. What do you make of it all?
In Dreamtime, turtle spirit suggests that we are making slow, but steady progress. The key is to live by the motto, "no hurry, no worry." Thus, turtle's lesson is to slow down and pace ourselves. Turtle also remind us that we have everything we need at each moment of life. The goal is not to seek shelter from the realities of the world; instead, must stick out our necks if we are to truly see the way ahead. Finally, turtle gives us long life.
The owl is the symbol of feminine wisdom, insight and intuition. Owl spirit often heralds the death or ending of the little self. The key is to be aware of our surroundings. Owl's gift is the call that beckons us to recapture our true life path. As owl reveals her secrets to the dreamer, we are better able to pierce the mystery of the night sky. The lesson is to listen carefully to the inner voice, for owl's spirit asks us to be a light in the darkness.
Heron has a strong connection to the element of Earth and you must also be aware and cultivate this connection. The Mother Earth is a source of strength and will help you stand strong and firm. Heron medicine allows you to perform many tasks at the same time, keeping all in balance. If one way doesn't work, then another way will. Heron people seem to instinctively know this.
Thank you; I have some turtles who seem to follow me, literally. And I dream about owls quite a bit.
The main animal I cherish is of course, my dog. But there are many other animals that fill me with awe and wonder. Whales for instance, and bald eagles, bears, and I'm always glad to see worms and ladybugs in my garden. When we have a heavy rain and the road is full of earthworms who have been washed up, I go around picking them us and taking them to the safety of my veggie garden!
As usual, beautiful pics. I would have mistaken the elephant design for a Grateful Dead tattoo -- but I guess those were bears, weren't they?


Nothing says summer quite like the taste of an old-fashioned strawberry shortcake. It's light, fluffy, and anyone who consumes it gets instant cool status. I can remember this being the go-to dessert growing up, ChefMom used to make it all the time. When I had my first bite of shortcake it instantly transported me back to the long, hot, humid Alabama summers and I could feel my slow-like-molasses Southern draw creeping back. It was a shame that I inhaled it and couldn't enjoy my flashback longer.
Next time I make this I think I'll add in some more fruit like peaches, blueberries, or mangoes. You know that sounds good.
Have I mentioned the fact that I'm Southern? Yeah I grew up right next to the WhistleStop Cafe - Yeah that place is real, and there really are train tracks that run right next to that shack made famous by the movie, Fried Green Tomatoes. Never seen it? I don't believe you! Everyone's seen that movie; Jessica Tandy and Kathy Bates are amazing in that flick and Mary-Louise Parker is pre-Nancy Botwin but still owns.
Anyway, back to the food...I hate it when you guys let me get off track. Yep it's all your fault.
In the previous post I mentioned that Bountiful Baskets gave me the hook up with some Apricots a few weekends ago. Those lil beauties were packed with ferocious flavor and begat two great dishes; this pasta salad and this apricot-apple pie.
ChefMom and I collaborated on this pie. She didn't seem fond of my persistence that the green apples and apricots would taste good together and ultimately my temper tamptrum for blackberries was ignored and we settled on just the green apples. Tart meets sweet is never wrong in my book and ChefMom agreed that it turned out delicious (next time I will accidentally drop the blackberries in). We served each warm slice ala-"dairy-free"-mode.
Experiment with different apples; if you're not a fan of the flavor profile, tart meets sweet, then try a sweeter apple. I imagine pink lady apples would be the jam in this dessert.
I just would like to start this post by giving a shout out to Bountiful Baskets for hooking me up with a ton of apricots. If I can be honest, I rarely touch the things. It's not because I don't like the lil guys, but more because they just don't cross my mind. A couple of years ago, I probably gave the whole it's-not-you-it's-me speech, but they've made a wonderful second impression, and I just can't stop thinking about them.
Combine all ingredients, except basil in your blender; whirl until smooth. Stir in basil.
Today was my final raw lunch, and I am a little sad that my five day raw cleanse is nearly over. I'm really kicking around the idea of being a weekday raw girl.
Anywho, I don't know how I have been eating raw foods without having this dish in my life. It was super satisfying and very tasty. My meat-n-potatoes boss even acknowledge that my lunch smelled like refried beans. This is huge.
You bet your bottom dollar, I'll be whipping this up again soon.
Soak sunflower seeds over night.Put all ingredients in a food processor and puree until creamy. Best served warmed in the dehydrator at 105 degrees.Wrap in a lettuce and leaf and top with your favorite taco toppings.
This salad is perfect for picnics, which is the precise reason I through it together.
She tastes good all by her lonesome, stuffed in an avocado, or as a topping for tacos and salads. I've done all of those things with my leftovers.
Combine all ingredients and cool in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
I really wanted these little raw pizza snacks, but I had no raw crackers and I was definitely not in the mood to go to the store. When I realized I had all things on hand to perform a raw vegan miracle, I was totally on it.
In a big mixing bowl combine all your ingredients with a wooden spoon to form your pizza dough.Form 6-8 mini pizza crusts and place your pie crust on your teflex sheets inside your dehydrator. Run on high for 1 1/2 hours, then reduce heat to 105 degrees and dehydrate for another 7-10 hours or so. At the halfway point, take your crusts off the teflex and throw them right on the dehydrator...make sure to flip to the other side though.Once your raw pizza crusts are done, top with brazil nut cheese and all your favorite pizza toppings.
Brussels sprouts are my favorite veggie of all time. This is apparent by simply opening up my fridge. At any given time you'll find at least a pound or two just waiting to be consumed. In season, or out of season, I don't care; I'm all about the sprouts.
Usually I don't do much more than throw them in the oven until they are nice and crispy on the outside. I love when the outer layers fall off; I call those my sprout chips and they are usually gone before the sprouts make it off the pan.
Doing a raw cleanse usually has me upset about not being able to enjoy my succulent little brussels sprouts but this far exceeded my expectations and I can't wait to consume more! Unfortunately, I did demolish them all in one sitting, so I need to stock my kitchen back up.
Summer is around the corner and the tomatoes are out in full force already. My Bountiful Basket has literally been overflowing with tomatoes the past two weeks. While I love fresh tomatoes, there was no way VegKid and I could consume all of the tomatoes we have received before they all expired; so after a long debate: salsa vs. tomato soup, we flipped a coin. Tomato soup it is!
Most people might have a fundamental conflict with eating soup during such a warm time of the year and that I can understand. The solution to this is to freeze your tomato soup until a more suitable time for consumption.
This dish may not be pretty, and it's not exactly the same as a deep fried chili relleno, but what it is is delicious, easy to make, and much healthier than a deep fried chili relleno. This casserole gives you four huge servings and each serving has around 350 calories.
Snack time is one of my favorite feeding opportunities; right after breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Just like the smoothie is my "go-to" breakfast, this stack is my "go-to" snack.
It's pretty simple, but the flavors are through the roof. The possibilities for flavor explosion are limitless once you start playing around with your favorite flavored hummus. Go ahead. Mix it up.
After your toaster has finished the job on the half of English muffin, spread the hummus on and top it with the avocado. Plop the thick piece of tomato on top of that and finish off with your favorite seasonings.
Mother's Day apparently calls for a double post; to see how our morning went and all about our delectable brunch, click here.
Now that you're all caught up on the morning festivities: ChefMom, VegKid and I did a little light shopping where I found the cutest little tasting dishes that I couldn't wait to use; so you'll find them holding condiments in the photos below.
When the hunger started to rear it's adorable little face, I asked ChefMom what she wanted for her Mother's Day dinner, it didn't take long for her to come back with a response: "burgers." We mulled through some different ideas like a standard black bean burger or some sort of Indian spiced chickpea burger; ultimately, we decided on a Thai-fusion Burger. It was incredible. I really don't mind saying that together in the kitchen we make some sort of super-powered vegan incredi-chef.
I gave VegKid a list of countries that started with the letter "N," and she chose New Zealand. I must admit I was a little lost on what to make. I read somewhere out here on the world wide web that New Zealand's cuisine is similar to that of Australia. Oh ok awesome, thanks. That doesn't really help me as I have never been to either. Have you?
After some extensive research (not really; the information super hi-way is at my finger tips), I found quite a few sweet potato dishes (mainly salads) and a love for fresh, seasonal ingredients. All my dishes for New Zealand are adapted from various non-vegan recipes that I found out there in the 1s and 0s; save the Roasted Sweet Potato salad. That was adapted from one of ChefMom's jams. Feel free to cut that recipe in half. This particular one made a lot and I have plenty of leftovers to last me through the week.
Oh look another curry dish. I can't get enough. This is a special curry for the kids. Its secretly healthy because the base of the curry sauce is cauliflower. It's creamy and delicious and the curry is extra mild with complex, yet delicate seasoning. I love my mouth to be on fire, so I add some super hot onion chutney and sriracha. BOOM! Party in my mouth!
One of my favorite things about the warmer months is the opportunity to veg out with my fam picnic style. I'm pretty sure I have covered this before but it truly is the reason for the season. The fam and I recently had our first BBQ of 2012 and might I encourage everyone to celebrate every weekend this way! We stuffed our bellies with grilled tofu, grilled corn on the cob, roasted potato salad, squash and onions, and crossed the finish line with some uber delish grilled pears (thanks, ChefMom!).
I have had a few inquiries about grilling tofu so I have included some helpful tips below and a pretty basic recipe for starters.


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With a population of some 33,100 at last count, the City of Pleasant Hill in in the central area of East Bay San Francisco. The city's 7.1 square miles is filled with a varied landscape of valleys, rolling hills and wilderness. This region has a warm-summer Mediterranean climate with warm and dry summers and winter daytime temperatures generally in the fifties and sixties. The city is bounded on the east by the city of Concord, the cities of Walnut Creek and Lafayette to the east and south, respectively. And to the west lies Briones Regional Park, 6,117-acres of open space with trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
Pleasant Hill was incorporated in 1961 but the area began to be developed in the 1920s as agricultural land was subdivided for housing. With the nearby Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station in the unincorporated area known as Contra Costa Centre Transit Village, many Pleasant Hill residents commute to downtown Oakland and San Francisco heading west and Pittsburg heading east.
Monument Boulevard was named after the Soldiers Memorial Monument to commemorate the soldiers of World War I which was erected in 1927. The 45-foot tall monument rests at Boyd Road and Contra Costa Boulevard. Pleasant Hill did not have a true downtown until 1991 when the city began planning the redevelopment of the area around the intersection of Monument and Contra Costa boulevards. In 2000 Downtown Pleasant Hill opened with an outdoor shopping center designed to resemble a typical Main Street. The Pleasant Hill City Hall, completed in the late 20th century, has won several awards for architectural design.
Pleasant Hill has six public elementary schools: Fair Oaks, Gregory Gardens, Pleasant HIll, Sequoia, Strandwood and Valhalla; two middle schools, Pleasant Hill and Valley View; an the College Park High School.


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Hyderabad, 25 May 2014: Andhra Pradesh Board of Intermediate made all arrangements to conduct Inter Advanced Supplementary Exams from today. These exams will be held from today to 1st June 2014. BIEAP has arranged 1885 examination centers across the state to conduct Inter Advanced Supplementary exams. As per BIEAP… 6.50 lakh candidates have applied for Inter First Year exams and 3.12 lakh candidates for Inter Second year exams.
AP Inter Advanced Supplementary exams would be conducted in two sessions. Inter first year exams will be held from 9.00 AM to 12.00 AM and Second year will be held from 2.30 PM to 5.30 PM.
AP Inter Advanced Supplementary Exams Results 2014: The results may expect bit early than Inter Annual exams. Because, students of Inter Advanced Supplementary might apply any single or two subjects despite of all disciplines. It is estimated that Inter Annual exam's all papers been corrected are nearly 1.5 crore and now, advanced exam papers would be corrected only 30 lakhs. So, students can expect Inter Advanced Supplementary Exams Results 2014 soon.
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Short period of closure of schools has contributed to a drop in teenage pregnancies in Kenya, this is according to the Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) in the Ministry of Education Dr. Sarah Ruto.
Addressing members of the press in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County the CAS said that the number of teen pregnancies recorded during this year's Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) is relatively lower.
She noted that the numbers are attributed to the short closures of schools that was occasioned by the Covid-19 disruption of learning activities in all learning institutions.
"The fact that we have not had very long closures confirms what we have always stated that the school seems to be a safer place for children," she said.
Ruto added there is a need for the society to put more effort in order to make the community a safer place for the children both boys and girls.
The CAS noted there is need for a collaborative effort with members of the society in order to ensure that children are protected at all costs to curb the issue of teen pregnancies and ensure that they complete their education.
Elgeyo Marakwet County has eight children sitting for their examinations in hospitals across the county with cases of teenage pregnancies and other illnesses.
The CAS was speaking during the monitoring and distribution of KCPE examinations at Iten where she said the examination has been running smoothly in the entire country with zero cases being reported as the exams enter day two.
She said that there have been improvements in the manner in which national examinations are administered which has made the process smooth and efficient.
By Rennish Okong'o and Walter Kibet
Wito umetolewa kwa vijana kuepukana na uchochezi
KCPE candidate sits day-one exams in maternity ward
Police target criminal gangs as security is beefed up
Human rights organisation want gov't to tame killings
Kenya to Host UNEP @50 and UNEA 5.2
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'World's loneliest elephant' arrives safely in Cambodia
The container holding Kaavan the elephant is blessed by monks during its arrival from Pakistan at the Siem Reap International Airport, Cambodia, Monday, Nov. 30, 2020. Kaavan, dubbed the "world's loneliest elephant" after languishing alone for years in a Pakistani zoo, has arrived in Cambodia where a sanctuary with the much-needed company of other elephants awaits him. (Pool Photo via AP) Associated Press
A shipping container holding Kaavan the elephant arrivals from Pakistan at the Siem Reap International Airport, Cambodia, Monday, Nov. 30, 2020. Kaavan, dubbed the "world's loneliest elephant" after languishing alone for years in a Pakistani zoo, has arrived in Cambodia where a sanctuary with the much-needed company of other elephants awaits him. (Pool Photo via AP) Associated Press
Neth Pheaktra, center, Spokesmen of Environment Ministry, presides over the blessing of a container holding Kaavan the elephant during its arrival from Pakistan at the Siem Reap International Airport, Cambodia, Monday, Nov. 30, 2020. Kaavan, dubbed the "world's loneliest elephant" after languishing alone for years in a Pakistani zoo, has arrived in Cambodia where a sanctuary with the much-needed company of other elephants awaits him. (Pool Photo via AP) Associated Press
Pakistani wildlife workers and experts from the international animal welfare organization Four Paws, secure a crate carrying an elephant named Kaavan on a truck before transporting him to a sanctuary in Cambodia, at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. Kavaan, the world's loneliest elephant, became a cause celebre in part because America's iconic singer and actress Cher joined the battle to save him from his desperate conditions at the zoo. Associated Press
Dr. Amir Khalil, center, a veterinarian from Four Paws an international animal welfare organization, feeds an elephant named Kaavan loaded in a crate before he is transported to a sanctuary in Cambodia, at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. Kavaan, the world's loneliest elephant, became a cause celebre in part because America's iconic singer and actress Cher joined the battle to save him from his desperate conditions at the zoo. Associated Press
Pakistani wildlife workers and experts from the international animal welfare organization Four Paws, arrange an elephant named Kaavan into a crate before he is transported to a sanctuary in Cambodia, at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. Kavaan, the world's loneliest elephant, became a cause celebre in part because America's iconic singer and actress Cher joined the battle to save him from his desperate conditions at the zoo. Associated Press
Pakistani wildlife workers arrange an elephant named Kaavan into a crate for transporting him to a sanctuary in Cambodia, at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. Kavaan, the world's loneliest elephant, who became a cause celebre in part because America's iconic singer and actress Cher joined the battle to save him from his desperate conditions at the zoo. Associated Press
Pakistani wildlife workers, officials and experts from the international animal welfare organization Four Paws, pose for photograph next to a crate holding an elephant named Kaavan before he is transported to a sanctuary in Cambodia, at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. Kavaan, the world's loneliest elephant, became a cause celebre in part because America's iconic singer and actress Cher joined the battle to save him from his desperate conditions at the zoo. Associated Press
Veterinarians from the international animal welfare organization Four Paws inject medicine to an elephant named Kaavan before transporting him to a sanctuary in Cambodia, at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. Kavaan, the world's loneliest elephant, who became a cause celebre in part because America's iconic singer and actress Cher joined the battle to save him from his desperate conditions at the zoo. Associated Press
Pakistani wildlife workers and experts from the international animal welfare organization Four Paws load a crate carrying an elephant named Kaavan into a truck to begin his journey to a sanctuary in Cambodia, at the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. Kavaan, the world's loneliest elephant, who became a cause celebre in part because America's iconic singer and actress Cher joined the battle to save him from his desperate conditions at the zoo. Associated Press
By SOPHENG CHEANG
Updated 11/30/2020 8:15 AM
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia -- The pachyderm dubbed the 'œ world's loneliest elephant '� after languishing alone for years in a Pakistani zoo was greeted on his arrival in Cambodia on Monday by chanting Buddhist monks and was then sent on his way to a wildlife sanctuary.
Like other travelers during these times, Kaavan needed to be tested for COVID-19 before his flight. Once his large metal crate was safely on board, Kaavan was provided with in-flight snacks - 200 kilograms (440 pounds) of them - for the seven-hour journey.
Kaavan was not stressed during the flight, eating his food and even getting a little bit of sleep standing in his crate, said Amir Khalil, a veterinarian who accompanied him on the flight and works with Four Paws, the Vienna-headquartered animal rescue group that organized the move.
'œHe behaves like a frequent flier. The flight was uneventful, which is all you can ask for when you transfer an elephant,'� Khalil said.
The 36-year-old, 4,080 kilogram (9,000 pound) elephant received a warm welcome on arrival in Cambodia from officials, conservationists and the Buddhist monks, who chanted prayers for his harmony and prosperity.
Kaavan, a 1985 gift from Sri Lanka to Pakistan, had been living in the Marghazar Zoo in Islamabad with his partner Saheli, who died in 2012. The zoo fell on hard times and conditions got so bad that a court in the Pakistani capital ordered the zoo closed in August.
The plight of the male Asian elephant has captured worldwide attention, including from the American singer and actor Cher, who has been closely involved in his rescue and was in Cambodia for Kaavan's arrival.
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Cher's animal welfare group Free the Wild has worked with Four Paws and the American syndicated columnist and philanthropist, Eric Margolis, to relocate Kaavan - a mission that's cost about $400,000.
According to Four Paws, very few adult elephants have ever been relocated by plane, so preparations were arduous.
Veterinarians and elephant experts working for Four Paws spent three months in Islamabad, coaching Kaavan three times a day on how to enter and exit safely and without stress his four-ton travel crate, which includes a system that can hold up to 200 liters (53 gallons) of urine.
He was also dangerously overweight due to his unsuitable diet of around 250 kilograms (550 pounds) of sugar cane each day. With Khalil's help, Kaavan lost 1,000 pounds (450 kilograms) over the past three months.
Kaavan's wounds are emotional as well as physical. He would spend his days throwing his head from side to side, a stereotypical sign of boredom and misery in an elephant, said Martin Bauer, a spokesman for Four Paws.
The loss of his mate Saheli took a toll on Kaavan's mental health. Elephants are social animals that thrive on the company of other elephants, Bauer explained. For Kaavan, the last eight years have been akin to living in quarantine - something the world has come to understand all too well amid the coronavirus pandemic, he said.
Late Monday, Kaaven was being driven by truck to a camp in northern Cambodia where he should be able to leave his crate on Tuesday.
'œOnce Kaavan feels at home in a controlled setting, he will be released in a wildlife sanctuary, in Oddar Meanchey province, in the northern section of Cambodia, where some 600 Asian elephants live in peace and tranquility," said a statement from Neth Pheaktra, a spokesman for the Environment Ministry. 'œPachyderms can live for many years and even at 36, we hope that he will contribute to the gene pool.'�
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Business year end reviews, I hope, are common place throughout the calendar year, but are particularly prevalent around 31st March/30th April period. There is an argument that they take on greater significance around now on the basis that they broadly coincide with the tax year end and, therefore, the decisions made for the business could have a wider implication for the individuals involved in the business. I personally would argue that where relevant, I would always want to see the impact business year end review decisions have on affected individuals.
Here are just some areas I would want to consider when carrying out such a review. The priority of those mentioned here is dependent upon the client's particular situation.
1. Approaching a year end, if there are reserves within the company, I would ask if the client wants to extract monies. If so, what would be the split between bonus, dividend, pension and benefits and between whom? Quite often there is mishmash of extraction methods where I would hope to provide a report on how that impacts upon the company and the individuals concerned.
2. Is the company carrying out any R&D work? If so, was that the case in the previous two accounting periods and has a claim been made for those prior years?
3. Is there a patent in place? Should a patent box election be made to benefit from the 10% corporation tax rate? Is the patent pending or should they apply for a local patent?
4. If the client is looking at purchasing plant and machinery before the year end will they be able to avail themselves fully of the annual investment allowance? How will the transitional rules affect that position where the accounts year end straddles 1st January 2019?
5. If it is an unincorporated business should it be incorporated? If so, how would the corporate structure look? Is there any 'free' goodwill? Is it worthwhile disclaiming incorporation relief to draw on that goodwill?
6. Is the accounting year end other than 31st March or 5th April? Are profits falling? What is the overlap/transitional relief position? Is it worth changing the year end to make use of that relief?
7. Regarding partnerships and LLPs, are they complying with the anti-avoidance legislation brought into play in the Finance Act 2014 in respect of 'salaried' members and mixed partnerships?
We do this through tax resources (such as the Year-end review resource for businesses, PAT Potentials), tax marketing, tax specialists, tax training/webinars/seminar programmes and us.


Earlier this month, The Walt Disney Company invited fans to #ShareYourEars to help grant life-changing wishes for kids with critical illnesses around the world. On Friday, November 16, Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products Chairman Bob Chapek appeared on Good Morning America to announce that Disney will add a second phase to this year's #ShareYourEars campaign in honor of Mickey Mouse's 90th anniversary. The festivities continued on Saturday, as fans attending D23: The Official Disney Fan Club's event, Destination D: Celebrating Mickey Mouse joined Chapek for what is undoubtedly the world's biggest #ShareYourEars photo.
From now through Giving Tuesday on November 27, 2018, participants can take a photo showing off their "Mickey Mouse ears"—or any creative "ears"—and upload to Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. For every public post with #ShareYourEars, Disney will donate US $5 to Make-A Wish, up to US $1 million.
This marks the third year in a row that Disney has run this campaign with Make-A-Wish. It continues a 40-year partnership in which Disney has helped grant more than 130,000 wishes. Share Your Ears is part of the Disney Team of Heroes philanthropic initiative and outreach program, which launched in March 2018 to deliver comfort and inspiration to families around the world. As part of The Walt Disney Company's five-year, US $100 million commitment to reinvent the patient and family experience in children's hospitals, Disney is working with children's wish-granting organizations around the world to fulfill wishes for children facing serious illnesses.
To learn more about this year's campaign, visit ShareYourEars.org.


I am planning to do this race.
I'll go for it, might be a good lead in for marine corps.
There will be no repeat of Boston for me. I just registered.
I will race the 10 miler. Are you taking care of it Jake, or should we register on our own like Cherry Blossom?
If you need an old slow guy...count me in.


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