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Friday, September 12, 2008
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
A Reality Check - Bill Moyers Journal
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U.S. Department of Labor Facts Sept. 05, 2008
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American unemployment rate is at a five year high.
6.1 % of Americans are unemployed -- that's 9.4 million people without jobs.
2.2 million Americans have lost their job in the last 12 months.
592,000 Americans lost their job in August 2008.
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The following is an excerpt from Bill Moyers PBS show, Bill Moyers Journal.
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50 Million American children went back to school this month. More of them are homeless, and poor enough to need free meals. Mortgage foreclosures are throwing 100's of families out of their homes each month. With fuel and food costs rising - with tax revenues falling - school budgets are in retreat. Detroit for example has laid off 700 teachers. We're not talking about a few isolated places -- this is nationwide. Across the country schools are shortening the school week --eliminating or cutting bus services altogether. Canceling field trips, and hiking the prices of cafeteria lunches.
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The whereabouts of Vice President Cheney -- he is in Central Asia -- the crossroads for oil in the Caspian Sea. No sooner had he landed in one of the former Soviet Republics -- he met with two giant oil companies - B.P. and Chevron.
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Meanwhile back in Washington -- the Bush Administration was announcing an increase in American aide to Georgia by more than fifteen hundred percent. That is from sixty four million this year -- to one billion next year. You can only wonder how many American kids that money could put back on the buses -- back in the class -- and back in line at the cafeteria.
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Thank you Bill Moyers for your amazing, insightful news program!!!
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U.S. Department of Labor Facts Sept. 05, 2008
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American unemployment rate is at a five year high.
6.1 % of Americans are unemployed -- that's 9.4 million people without jobs.
2.2 million Americans have lost their job in the last 12 months.
592,000 Americans lost their job in August 2008.
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The following is an excerpt from Bill Moyers PBS show, Bill Moyers Journal.
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50 Million American children went back to school this month. More of them are homeless, and poor enough to need free meals. Mortgage foreclosures are throwing 100's of families out of their homes each month. With fuel and food costs rising - with tax revenues falling - school budgets are in retreat. Detroit for example has laid off 700 teachers. We're not talking about a few isolated places -- this is nationwide. Across the country schools are shortening the school week --eliminating or cutting bus services altogether. Canceling field trips, and hiking the prices of cafeteria lunches.
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The whereabouts of Vice President Cheney -- he is in Central Asia -- the crossroads for oil in the Caspian Sea. No sooner had he landed in one of the former Soviet Republics -- he met with two giant oil companies - B.P. and Chevron.
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Meanwhile back in Washington -- the Bush Administration was announcing an increase in American aide to Georgia by more than fifteen hundred percent. That is from sixty four million this year -- to one billion next year. You can only wonder how many American kids that money could put back on the buses -- back in the class -- and back in line at the cafeteria.
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Thank you Bill Moyers for your amazing, insightful news program!!!
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Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Fall Is Almost Here
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I go a little crazy this time of year in anticipation of my favorite season - Autumn. Soon my cooking hormones will go into overdrive. The weather will finally begin to change - as will the colors outside. My family loves when this mood overtakes me. Soon they will begin to line up waiting for butternut, and acorn squash soups -- apple pies, tarts, and pumpkin bread. Of course this means I'll have to make a trip to my favorite culinary store - Sur La Table - to get a few things, and coincidentally the new catalogue has just arrived.
_By the way Sur La Table also has a new baking blog - The Art and Soul of Baking.
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The Perfect Peeler™ by Kyocera®
_Zirconium oxide blade (close in hardness to diamond) stays sharp 10 times longer than steel blades and is ideal for peeling any vegetable. Rust-proof blade adjusts angle from vertical to horizontal for optimal control and flexibility. Lightweight handle. Fits all hands, left or right; easy to clean.
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Antiqued Green Italian Ceramic Tureen
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Gently antiqued and beautifully formed, this vibrant green serving piece is an elegant addition to your table. The versatile tureen is perfect for soups and more. Dishwasher safe.
Gently antiqued and beautifully formed, this vibrant green serving piece is an elegant addition to your table. The versatile tureen is perfect for soups and more. Dishwasher safe.
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Antique White Collection Covered Tureen
_Vintage-look ceramics with distressed edges and scallop detailing. Dishwasher safe.
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Breville® Cordless Immersion Blender
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Here’s a handy to way make your favorite smoothies or soups. Features dual-speed NiMH-battery-powered motor for effortless operation. Smoothie whisk is designed with two unique aerating ovals for perfect consistency. Breville Assist Plug™ features finger hole for safe and effortless removal from the outlet. Safety feature requires both buttons be pushed for operation. Chopping attachment handles foods like onions and parsley with ease. Also includes a 1¼-liter mixing jar. Parts are top-shelf dishwasher safe.
_Here’s a handy to way make your favorite smoothies or soups. Features dual-speed NiMH-battery-powered motor for effortless operation. Smoothie whisk is designed with two unique aerating ovals for perfect consistency. Breville Assist Plug™ features finger hole for safe and effortless removal from the outlet. Safety feature requires both buttons be pushed for operation. Chopping attachment handles foods like onions and parsley with ease. Also includes a 1¼-liter mixing jar. Parts are top-shelf dishwasher safe.
The Butter Bell® Crock by L. Tremain
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The French traditionally store their butter without refrigeration, yet they manage to keep it fresh. This earthenware crock lets you store and serve butter outside of refrigeration without odors or spoilage. Simply fill the base with cold water, and the ceramic container will keep butter fresh and spreadable for up to 30 days, even in the warmest weather.
The French traditionally store their butter without refrigeration, yet they manage to keep it fresh. This earthenware crock lets you store and serve butter outside of refrigeration without odors or spoilage. Simply fill the base with cold water, and the ceramic container will keep butter fresh and spreadable for up to 30 days, even in the warmest weather.
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Le Creuset® Stoneware Pitchers
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Glossy stoneware pitcher pours hot or cold beverages—and looks great doing it. Crafted of virtually non-porous stoneware that’s fired at 2156°F for unmatched strength and durability. Resists chips, cracks and scratches. Hardy glaze won’t absorb odors, stains or moisture. Dishwasher safe.
Glossy stoneware pitcher pours hot or cold beverages—and looks great doing it. Crafted of virtually non-porous stoneware that’s fired at 2156°F for unmatched strength and durability. Resists chips, cracks and scratches. Hardy glaze won’t absorb odors, stains or moisture. Dishwasher safe.
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Monday, September 8, 2008
Recycling - What Those Numbers Mean
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____ The easiest and most common plastics to recycle.
____The second easiest most common plastics to recycle._
____Less recyclable type of plastics._
____Less recyclable type of plastics._
____Less recyclable type of plastics. _
____Another useful plastic to recycle.
____ Hardest Plastics to Recycle - Let's all avoid this plastic!!
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I am lucky enough to live in a County (Sonoma County-California) that recycles all plastic 1 - 7. This hasn't always been the case but now it is --thanks to an improved operating system. Yea!!
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Scary Facts:
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56 tons of trash per year are created by the average person.
Only about one-tenth of all solid garbage in the United States gets recycled.
Almost 1/3 of the waste generated the U.S. is packaging.
Americans throw away 2.5 million plastic bottles every hour.
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Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PETE):
_Soda bottles, water bottles, cooking oil bottles, peanut butter jars.
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____The second easiest most common plastics to recycle.High-density Polyethylene (HDPE):
_Laundry/dish detergent containers, fabric softeners, bleach, milk, shampoo, conditioner, motor oil, various toys, and some kinds of plastic bags (look at all plastic bags for the #2 - you might be surprised how many can be recycled).
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____Less recyclable type of plastics.Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) :
_Pipes, shower curtains, meat wraps, cooking oil bottles, baby bottle nipples, shrink wrap, clear medical tubing, vinyl dashboards, seat covers, and coffee containers.
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Wrapping films, grocery bags, sandwich bags, dry cleaning bags, produce bags, trash can liners, and food storage containers.
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____Less recyclable type of plastics. Polypropylene (PP):
_Syrup bottles, yogurt tubs, diapers, outdoor carpet, bottle caps, and drinking straws.
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Polystyrene (PS):
_Coffee cups, disposable cutlery and cups (clear and colored), bakery shells, meat trays, packing peanuts, styrofoam insulation.
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Other:
_The hot dog of plastics! Products labeled as "other" are made of any combination of 1-6 or another, less commonly used plastic. Usually imprinted with a number 7 or nothing at all, these plastics are the most difficult to recycle and, as such, are seldom collected or recycled. Look for alternatives.
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Some of the above information was found via the Univ. of Southern Mississippi's Dept. of Polymer Science website.
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Friday, September 5, 2008
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Kim Vallée
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I just finished a phone interview for an upcoming article in Canadian Readers Digest. It was about one of my favorite blogs - "At Home With Kim Vallée" - a very talented designer whose blog is about, stylish living and entertaining. I've been visiting her blog for about a year now. If you get a chance link over to her site and you'll see why I love it so much!!
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Wednesday, September 3, 2008
What My Ten Year Old Daughter Read Over Summer Vacation
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Girls Inc. Presents: You're Amazing! A No-Pressure Guide to Being Your Best Self .
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by Claire Mykso-Adams
For ages 9-12
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What's an amazing girl like? She asks questions because she knows it's okay not to know the "right" answer. She tries new things because she knows the power of learning from mistakes. She knows how to take pride in her accomplishments, no matter how big or small.
What's an amazing girl like? She asks questions because she knows it's okay not to know the "right" answer. She tries new things because she knows the power of learning from mistakes. She knows how to take pride in her accomplishments, no matter how big or small.
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Inspired by - The Supergirl Dilemma report, in which more than 1,000 girls shared their stories of feeling pressure to be perfect, You're Amazing! is a girl's guide to giving up the quest to be "super" and to start celebrating what makes her amazing. Packed with Girls Inc. activities, quizzes, insight from girls and older teens, and advice from women role models, the book gives girls the tools and tips to feel good about who they are. You're Amazing! addresses the issues challenging girls today—from family to school to crushes to the future—and encourages girls to find the inner voice that makes them unique, special, and above all, amazing.
Inspired by - The Supergirl Dilemma report, in which more than 1,000 girls shared their stories of feeling pressure to be perfect, You're Amazing! is a girl's guide to giving up the quest to be "super" and to start celebrating what makes her amazing. Packed with Girls Inc. activities, quizzes, insight from girls and older teens, and advice from women role models, the book gives girls the tools and tips to feel good about who they are. You're Amazing! addresses the issues challenging girls today—from family to school to crushes to the future—and encourages girls to find the inner voice that makes them unique, special, and above all, amazing.
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Tuesday, September 2, 2008
What's In Season - September (Slow Food Movement)
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(Photos Courtesy of Jupiter Images)
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Identifying, promoting and protecting fruits, vegetables, grains, animal breeds, wild foods and cooking traditions at risk of disappearance.
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Advocating for farmers and artisans who grow, produce, market, prepare and serve wholesome food.•grapes
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(Photos Courtesy of Jupiter Images)
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Join the Slow Food Movement.
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Slow Food is an idea, a way of living and a way of eating. It is a global, grassroots movement with thousands of members around the world that links the pleasure of food with a commitment to community and the environment.
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Raising public awareness, improving access and encouraging the enjoyment of foods that are local, seasonal and sustainably grown.
Raising public awareness, improving access and encouraging the enjoyment of foods that are local, seasonal and sustainably grown.
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Performing educational outreach within their communities and working with children in schools and through public programs .
Performing educational outreach within their communities and working with children in schools and through public programs ._
Identifying, promoting and protecting fruits, vegetables, grains, animal breeds, wild foods and cooking traditions at risk of disappearance._
Advocating for farmers and artisans who grow, produce, market, prepare and serve wholesome food._
Promoting the celebration of food as a cornerstone of pleasure, culture and community.
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Promoting the celebration of food as a cornerstone of pleasure, culture and community.__
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September (California)
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Fruit
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•plums
•sapote•raspberries
•persimmons
•green passion fruit•peaches
•pears
•nectarines•guava
•pineapple
•apples
•apples
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