What Would Happen If the Federal Government Gave Citizens Guaranteed Employment?
Many Americans still desperately need good jobs. Among the fixes gaining traction at the moment, particularly on the left, is the idea of a federal jobs guarantee.
The unemployment rate in the United States has now dropped to 3.7 percent—lower than it has been in 50 years. But that glowing report card obscures a complicated reality: Real wages are still stagnant; inequality is sky-high; racial gaps persist in the labor market, with unemployment for black workers almost double that of white counterparts; and many parts of the country are still locked out of prosperity. Many older, disabled, less educated, and formerly incarcerated people are not able to participate in the labor force at all. And for many employed at the lower end of the income distribution, wages are abysmally low and working conditions, very unstable.
In other words, many people around the country still desperately need good jobs. And among the fixes gaining traction at the moment, particularly on the left, is the idea of a federal jobs guarantee: that the government could provide work to every American who needs it, either in the public sector or by subsidizing it in private sector.
It's a big idea with several logistical and conceptual hurdles in its path. But a number of proposals are already injecting some specifics. Senator Cory Booker, a Democrat from New Jersey, for example, has introduced legislation that seeks to offer $15 per-hour jobs in 15 chosen pilot districts across the country. Various left-leaning think tanks have also outlined their own iterations of a federal plan that are geared toward staffing infrastructure and public works projects as well as child and elder care positions.
But what would be the effect of a national jobs guarantee? A new analysis out of the Brookings Institution's Hamilton Project takes a stab at the answer. It finds that if such a plan offers $15 an hour, it could affect up to 44 million already-employed workers, a maximum of 5.9 million unemployed workers, as well as a portion of the tens of millions of working-age people currently outside the labor force. Although such a "sweeping" program would cost a lot of money—hundreds of billions a year—it could improve employment rates by 2 to 4 percent, depending on how it's received, the report finds.
"A full national job guarantee at a relatively high wage would be a radical transformation of today's labor market," says Jay Shambaugh, director of the Hamilton Project at Brookings. "So it it would not just be something affecting today's unemployed, it would be affecting a much wider swath of today's labor market."
What jumps out in the report is the incredible uncertainty. A federal jobs program could have dramatic effects not just for unemployed individuals but across the U.S. economy—for better and for worse. Much of the impact of this proposal depends on how exactly it is implemented and how it is seen by workers and private companies.
Take the unemployed population, for example, which is the target group of a national jobs guarantee. At 5.9 million, it will likely make up a small share of the total population of workers attracted by a job guarantee. But even then, not all unemployed people will be champing at the bit to sign up. The ones who were at the mid- to high-range of the income spectrum before they lost their jobs may want to keep looking for a comparable opportunity, instead of downgrading to a $15 government job. Those who are in very long spells of unemployment, however, may not have a choice.
How employed workers react to such a program depends, in large part, on the kind of economic ripples a federal jobs guarantee creates. Currently, 27.9 million full-time workers earn below $15 in the country, and would clearly benefit from switching over to a government job. So would 15.9 million part-time workers.
But one potential impact of a jobs guarantee, often hailed by proponents, is that it may compel private companies to raise their wages so they can compete for workers. If that happens, many workers may stay put at their now-higher-paying jobs, lowering the overall dependency on the government jobs program. It's also possible, however, that this upward pressure on wages could adversely affect some smaller private employers, meaning they won't be able to afford workers and might even close up shop, leading to job losses in some cases.
There could be many other spillovers. A positive one: More money in the pockets of people who didn't have it before could mean more spending in the economy. That, in turn, could mean more jobs. On the flip side: More jobs could mean more people start dropping out of high school and college to work. This decrease in what economists call "human capital investments" could affect long-term economic growth.
Then, there's also the fact that workers are humans—not perfect economic actors. They may not always go for the option that earns them maximum wages. Part-time workers would trade off lower wages for more flexible hours, for example, if they have to take care of a child or an elderly relative. Full-time workers may forgo a higher wage if they enjoy their current job.
In other words, a national jobs proposal could trigger a number of economic effects in opposite directions, and those effects may intersect with the economic realities and preferences of Americans in ways that are not currently certain. What is abundantly certain from this analysis is that the wage offered by the job guarantee program matters. A lot. A government job at around $10 an hour would affect only about five million workers, dramatically fewer than a program offering $5 more per hour.
"What it comes down to is: The lower the wage you set the more it is affecting people who are currently out of a job as opposed to affecting how the labor market works, and really depends on what you're trying to do. Are you trying to deal with the fact that some people aren't employed or are you trying to actually really truly reshape the low end of the wage market in the United States?" Shambaugh said. "That second one is a much bigger task and a much more uncertain task. The first one is a little bit more narrow and targeted in scope ... and effect."
Some plans out there try to address certain concerns. Shambaugh cites the recent jobs guarantee proposal by his colleague David Neumark, for example, in which skills development is a central tenet. The goal of this proposal—apart from giving good jobs to those who need them—is to mitigate the losses in human capital investment that may happen as a result of creating additional jobs, and ease the transition of workers back to private industry. In the first phase of his proposal, Neumark recommends a 100 percent subsidy for positions with non-profits that create public goods in depressed areas. In the second phase, the workers would be given jobs in the private sector, subsidized at 50 percent by the government. Both phases focus explicitly on skills-building, so workers are ultimately independent of the government.
It's a good sign that policymakers and academics are considering what a federal jobs guarantee could look like now—before the effects of automation kick in. But the key is to gather more data, and hone in on a plan that minimizes the side effects and maximizes the benefits.
"I think learning and experimentation are really important aspects of this," Shambaugh said, "and highly targeted pilot programs might be a very sensible way to start thinking about what can we do to help people at the bottom edges of the labor market."
Tanvi Misra is a staff writer for CityLab covering urban demographics, inequality, and culture. Her work also appears in The Atlantic, NPR, and BBC.
How Many People Would Be Helped by a Federal Jobs Guarantee?
A new report looks at the concept of a federal job guarantee—and who might be helped and hurt by such a program.
Retail, construction, and health care post particularly strong employment gains.
The jobs gap is finally closed. But there are still some glaring weaknesses in the economy.
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Baltimore has seen a sharp spike in murders since the summer of 2015, which became its most violent year with 344 homicides. In 2016, the city saw 318 people murdered. This year is set to look even worse.


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How to Recession-Proof Your Investments
Here's what you can do to protect your investments in case of a downturn.
By David Kuo May 10, 2022 5 Mins Read
There is an awful lot of chatter about recession at the moment. Experts are poring over short-term and long-term bond yields in search of signs that an economic downturn could be around the corner.
Generally, we would expect long-term bond yields to be higher than the yield on short-dated notes. If they aren't, then it could mean that economic growth could not only slow, but it might even go into reverse. That is why some people closely monitor yield-curve inversions.
So, here's the thing: recessions are nothing out of the ordinary. They generally happen after long periods of economic growth. It is the economy's way of telling us that it is time to take a breather and digest the growth that we have achieved. In the same way that tides ebb and flow, economies can shrink and grow, too. But in the main, well-managed economies should grow over the long term.
Trying times
Just look at what has happened in Singapore. Since the 1960s, the size of our economy has grown from US$700 million to US$340 billion, despite some shrinkages along the way. That is not to say that recessions aren't painful. Some businesses could be forced to downsize as demand for their goods and services are reduced. Some weaker companies could even be forced to shut their doors completely.
The upshot is that recessions can be a trying time for investors. But it is possible to recession-proof our portfolios to some extent with the right types of investments. These are often labelled as defensive shares because these companies should be able to deliver stable profits regardless of where we might be in the economic cycle.
By and large their products and services are in demand all the time. However, the problem is that when the economy is doing well, they will still only plod along in the same way as when the economy is going gangbusters. Consequently, whilst they may outperform the market during tough economic times, they could underperform the wider market during the boom years.
Dull but worthy
So, which companies can endure economic downturns? Utility companies such as Sembcorp Industries (SGX: U96), Singtel (SGX: Z74) and StarHub (SGX: CC3) are some examples of defensive shares. We all need to use water, gas, electricity, and our mobile devices, regardless of economic conditions. Across the causeway, Tenaga Nasional (KLSE: 5347) has been a stock market darling because of its consistent dividend payout.
Supermarkets are generally seen as a defensive because we all have to eat. That said, sometimes there could be company-specific issues, as in the case of Dairy Farm International (SGX: D01), that could put a dent in profits and revenues. However, grocers are typically resilient in economic downturns.
Consider Sheng Siong (SGX: OV8) that has seen revenue jump from S$637 million in 2012 to S$1.37 billion in 2021. That is in spite of (or maybe it is because of) the pandemic. It is also worth noting that Sheng Siong has lifted its dividend by 70 per cent from 3 Singapore cents to 6 cents over the last nine years. This is not unusual because defensive shares can often be highly cash generative.
What the doctor ordered
The healthcare industry is another interesting defensive sector. We don't have many world-class pharmaceutical companies listed on the Singapore stock market. But we do have healthcare REITs. Thing about healthcare is that we don't exactly have much choice when it comes to seeing a doctor.
Parkway Life REIT (SGX: C2PU) could be a good proxy for healthcare. The hospital landlord counts Gleneagles, Mount Elizabeth, and Parkway East as three of its tenants in Singapore. It has also expanded its portfolio to include nursing homes in Japan. Over the last 10 years, it has delivered a total return of 166 per cent, which equates to an annualised return that includes reinvested dividends of around 10 per cent.
Time for a drink
The alcohol industry is often seen as defensive. We might not go down to the hawker centre as often for a beer when the economy is bad, but that doesn't mean we won't have a quiet drink at home. Thai Beverage (SGX: Y92), which makes beer and spirits, is one of Singapore's biggest drinks makers. It is a cash-generating machine whose dividends are more than twice covered by free cash flow.
Brewing may not be the most exciting of industries but then again nor are utilities, supermarkets, and healthcare. That said, these companies can be the workhorse of any portfolio. They are steady, cash generative and should not give investors too many sleepless nights in any economic condition.
They could help to protect our portfolios from recession by generating oodles of cash that we can reinvest, which is important if we want to improve our total returns.
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Disclaimer: David Kuo owns shares of Tenaga Nasional, Dairy Farm International, Parkway Life REIT and Thai Beverage.

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March 20, 2018 Work Session
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) and PreK 4/Voluntary PreK Plan (2018-2019)
Director of Community Education Kristen Stuenkel and Director of Record for Special Education George Holt discussed the voluntary PreK 4 program, how it collaborates with Early Childhood Special Education and past, current and future budget and programming issues. Director Stuenkel provided a timeline to discuss programming and funding. She also discussed programming at each of the District's elementary schools and at the Family Center. Director Holt shared ideas of how creative planning can create integrated classrooms that can benefit all students. View the PowerPoint presentation.
Superintendent Kathy Kelly discussed the various steps, data, timelines, key dates, processes, personnel and requirements involved in the development of a new Strategic Roadmap for Columbia Heights Public Schools. Among these is gathering input through community meetings and focus groups led by an external facilitator. The Superintendent discussed the need to have the new Strategic Roadmap completed by early Fall 2018. Discussion included communicating out early and consistently so as much of the greater school district community are aware, and can contribute, to the development of the new Strategic Roadmap.
Per the request of School Board Members Laura Palmer and Lorien Mueller and Director of Technology and Security Services Bryan Hennekens discussed a draft Safe Schools Resolution. This presentation was based on concerns shared by some parents as a result of continuous school shootings throughout the country and how this issue could affect Columbia Heights Public Schools. The draft Resolution called on State and Federal elected officials to enact and sign into law legislation that will make schools safer and more secure. There was discussion among the members relating to School Board span of control, suggested changes, financial concerns or if a Resolution (or modified) is applicable versus some other form of communication. The members agreed to direct Administration to modify the draft Resolution and provide an updated version at an upcoming School Board meeting.
Member Hala Asamarai discussed research regarding School Board interaction with communities with transparency and outreach engagement key components. She shared examples what some other school districts do with their community goals, strategies and tactics. Director Asamarai suggested one option of a meeting where community members could come, meet and share their thoughts with the School Board and administrative staff regarding educational issues affecting students and families. The members had a fruitful discussion with different ideas of how to improve communications and relations with constituents. The School Board agreed to continue this conversation.
5 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, School Board Listening Session, Family Center
5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, School Board Work Session, Community Room
5 p.m. Tuesday, School Board Sub-Committee on Policy, Superintendent's Conference Room
7 p.m. Tuesday, May 8, Regular School Board Meeting, Community Meeting
Chair John Larkin: Columbia Heights Business Council, School Board Policy Sub-Committee and Liaison to North Park Elementary School.
Vice Chair Laura Palmer: Association of Metropolitan School Districts, Minnesota School Board Association Legislative Liaison, NE Metro Intermediate District 916 Board and Liaison to the Family Center.
Clerk Naty Severson: Minnesota State High School League, Liaison to City of Columbia Heights, School Board Policy Sub-Committee and Liaison to Columbia Heights High School.
Treasurer Hala Asamarai: TIES, School Board Policy Sub-Committee and Liaison to Highland Elementary School.
Director Molly Lewis: Liaison to the City of Fridley and Liaison to Columbia Academy.
Director Lorien Mueller: Educational Cooperative Service Unit, Liaison to the City of Hilltop and Liaison to Valley View Elementary School.


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This guy was so awesome we felt bad eating him! What little kid… or even grownup would not love a dragon cake! Our daughter Jennifer made this and I wanted to share it though we only have a few visuals. The photos were taken long before I decided to do this series so I've asked Jennifer to share how she made it as well as she could recall. She used no pattern. It turned out pretty amazing.
Isn't he? Almost a shame to eat him. Glad to bring back memories!


How could they be so heartless?
As most will already know (Some more than others!) This week hasn't been a good one. Yes,It's been a complete nightmare in fact.
It seems like it's been a long time since I've posted anything positive. What can I say? Life isn't always kind (More so the people in it!) I feel I've been pretty decent when choosing what to and what not to write in a post. There is a great deal of stuff I hold back, for a number of reasons. Yet those who read the blog often comment to express their outrage in the treatment little man has faced, and the hurdles we as a family have had to climb.
Yes, we have faced some trying times (More this year, then ever) but… this week just took the biscuit.
I've stated more than once my upset towards my sons exclusions. No mother wants this for their child! I touched upon my child's battle to attend educational trips and activities, how his self-esteem is becoming crushed every time his considered to be a "liability" by those that don't truly understand (Or chose not to.) As stated above! I've held back on the finer details on all these issues. I've done this for many reasons, one being the reaction and treatment I received from my child's school in relation to past post. Now I'm pretty feed up with people making me feel crap for expressing myself, after all isn't it my human right to speak? This blog is my place to let some tension out. I wont be made to feel wrong for doing so..
I love my son! He, like his brother and sister are my world. Their isn't a thing in the world I wouldn't do for them.. not one! Little man didn't ask to be born with AS. He didn't wake up one morning thinking, "I'm gonna act like a complete brat today" Yes he can be naughty, he is a nine-year old boy. But.. there are times that behaviour are results of his AS, you just need to know when! Little bad wasn't always "challenging" at school, far from it in fact! Little man was more quite, and when he was there (Sometimes he would just refuse to go, no matter what I tried) he would often cope, letting it all out once home. This seems to be a common problem for many parents of children on the spectrum! Their child displays "odd" or "challenging" behaviour in one setting, but not the other. Sometimes I wished that was still the case. This proves that once little man had a good routine in terms of attending school, he became more challenging in the educational setting due to an array of things. Sensory, environmental, anxiety e.g. These are a few challenges little man and other children on the spectrum encounter daily. Little man has trouble dealing with these pressures. Little things become massive, voice tones become confusing and somewhat sarcastic or aggressive. There are triggers EVERYWHERE!
Little man was given Six fixed period exclusions from March to July last (school) year. This school year he has already bagged himself another two. Shocking seeming we are only just in September, the very first month of the current school year. I mentioned before that I consider some of his exclusions to be unjustified. The trips well yes, I feel he has been excluded from these in a way that can only be described as discriminating. No more is my child told he cannot take part in educational trips and activities, he is now just excluded on the days they take place! I feel totally powerless watching my son be rejected from one trip to another. I am outraged at the way the school have dealt with exclusion and how they have no regard for our privacy. The current situation is a total mess! I am appalled at a number of their recent actions. These actions are completely unacceptable! They highlight a great lack of respect for me, Little man and the family. I feel we are disliked! My child for the way he is and me for the way I advocate for him. I feel we are treated this way from those I should trust. There is no longer a part of me that trust them. This totally saddens me. I've tried working with everyone. It goes no where. It's one big disappointment in every way.
Last week Little man was given a fixed period exclusion. He missed swimming due to this exclusion. He had been having a terrible week, to the point I had to keep him home one afternoon, and contact the education welfare officer. This was so I could express my concerns over a current problem he was having involving his sensory processing, and how others were not able to understand his genuine upset. I was advised to return him, but expressed my fear that in doing so may result in him getting into trouble due to his anxiety. I would rather he stayed home through a decision made by me then have yet another exclusion on our hands (One brought on my anxiety and frustration.) The next day Little man returned! Did I have a sick sense? Maybe! Yes, little man was excluded by the head teacher at 6pm via the telephone.
I hate that we are never notified of exclusions earlier, or better still on collection from school. Getting Little man into an evening/night time routine has been difficult and having them excluded him at these unreasonable hours is just not on. I feel that having to always inform him of his exclusion is unfair. It's not great being the one to inform your child that they have been excluded, will not attend a trip or another educational activity. It's never been an easy task, but never as hard as his current exclusion, the one he is currently serving.
I'm not referring to the above exclusion but the exclusion we were given on Wednesday evening at 6.20 pm. This was not a simple exclusion but an extremely hurtful one for little man. I knew it was coming due to something little man was told not five minutes before the call. (This is a whole other shocking incident, that I will not yet comment on) Shock and disbelieve hit me when I was told he would face yet another two-day exclusion. He had been back two full bloody days! Teachers training day was this Friday meaning day two of the exclusion would be Monday. This was the day Little man was to attend his trip (The big trip) the trip he had looked forward to. Why? Because he would be going on a coach! A few weeks back Little man had a massive meltdown in the supermarket. He didn't sleep and was displaying challenging behaviour the entire night. There was no possible way both the children could attend school that next day. However I went to speak to Little mans class teacher. It was discovered that the teacher had left the class that afternoon telling the children to display good behaviour while he was away, or No Trip! They had no idea where they were going as of that time, yet little man was incredible excited. I was told by another Teacher (TA) that little man was becoming very upset as a peer was not doing the right thing! Little man thought this meant the whole class would miss the trip! I spoke to little man that evening and he explained that his class peer was not being very good and the whole class would miss the trip. I had to explain this wasn't the case. Little man was pleased saying.. "No one will ruin this trip for me" He was double as excited on discovering the type of transport we would take (Yes I did say WE, and we means Mum! I would be their to.) He repetitively asked each day how many more days were left to go. Now this has happened! I was expected to tell him. I was the one who had to hurt him. Maybe he knew deep down this would happen, maybe this is the reason he acted the way he did when his friend misbehaved.
Angry I was fuming.. 1) This was even happening. 2) The way the exclusion was decided and when. 3) The fact I had to tell him. 4) Yet another trip missed. 5) This is a double punishment!
Little man cried till his eyes were sore. He spoke between catching his breath. He was broken. There was nothing I could say nor do to make it better! The whys kept coming, followed by "Please mum go and speak to them and ask them, Please) Its Saturday early morning and I am being completely honest when I say his still hurting.
How can they be so mean! I do not agree with this exclusion, it was done for reasons I don't need to spell out. It was another knock to his self-esteem. This treatment is nothing other than horrid. Exclusions on trip days are a double blow. Not only will he feel he doesn't fit in he feels he wasn't wanted on the trip. Can you blame him? It's not just the out of school activity he missed Thursday, Mondays trip, or last Fridays swimming! It's all the other activities his been excluded from last year. It's far to many. Please correct me but exclusion isn't working so why use it? I wouldn't mind but some weeks I find out his done something that to me is considered more serious. Then there are times like these! He is excluded for something far less serious resulting in him missing out on trips and activities. How does this system work? Forgive me I'm lost.
Lastly I want to say that yesterday my blog was given a good going over! Sadly for the wrong reasons. Maybe an update on exclusion number eight was sought after, or print outs were needed, who knows. I want to say that this blog is not written about anything other than my life with a boy with Aspergers. Sadly this is our life right now. This blog is aimed at others like me (Parents, carers or families parenting an AS child) It's also their for those on the spectrum and anyone else wanting to learn more about how life can be with a child with AS. Some days are good and others not so great! But this is it.. Right now our life is a battle. I can't stop it, no matter how hard I've tried! Therefore whoever wishes to read this blog, then do so for what ever reasons. But those who do should understand that this is what is happening right now in our life. My son is already low in confidence and the above is not helping fix this. No aggressiveness or treats will be expressed within in this post, just pure tiredness and great upset at this horrible mess. The fact Little man now awaits an appointment with a specialist because he makes himself say sorry to god repetitively in his head or aloud, every time he acts a certain way, to avoid bad things happening is a worry and only highlights how bad things are becoming.
I hope the school have a fantastic trip without the disruptive little aspie, known as my son. It wasn't just a "Trip" for little man it was his chance for him to feel valued and build his self-esteem!


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Peanut butter cup cookie bars filled with mini peanut butter cups, chocolate sandwich cookies, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Good luck just eating one of these delicious cookie bars!
I knew I wanted to get creative with the traditional blondies recipe and branch out to add more fun and flavor. I have found it with these cookie bars. They are perfectly cakey and bursting with flavor. If you're in love with peanut butter cups like I am, you should also try this recipe for no-bake peanut butter cups.
The mini peanut butter cups get just a little melty fresh out of the oven and the chopped chocolate sandwich cookies add an extra texture that move these peanut butter cup cookie bars up to rock star status. I even warmed one of the cookie bars up and served it over vanilla ice cream after an especially long day. I ate it too quickly to take a picture, sorry.
Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Bars filled with mini peanut butter cups, chocolate chips, and chocolate sandwich cookies.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until a paste forms. Allow to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Mix in the beaten eggs and vanilla extract.
In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, chocolate chips, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
Slowly mix the flour mixture into the butter mixture, adding just 1/3 of the flour at a time until fully combined.
Pour the cookie bar batter into the greased baking dish.
Sprinkle the mini peanut butter cups and chopped chocolate cookie sandwiches over the top of the cookie batter. Gently press the toppings into the batter with the back of a spoon.
Store in an air-tight container at room temperature.


I have a fireplace with three different bricks going through. They are reddish rust,black, and then some white. I don't know what furniture color to use and I am at my whits end. The room is empty now. I have cream walls and all medium oak floors.Please help!
Sometimes when faced with a challenge like this you have two options. You can paint/camouflage it or you can accentuate it to make it look like this is what you wanted to do all along. In your case, the best bet is to paint the bricks. Don't panic! It's an easy process and will look great! However, don't be surprised if your husband "balks" at first, but once the guys see the difference it makes they are sold.To paint the bricks on an inside fireplace (not the firebox bricks) first begin by cleaning the bricks with a powdered cleaner or powder dishwashing soap. After this dries wait about 24 hours and apply one coat of KILZ (a shellac based primer). Then apply two coats of quality oil base (alkyd) paint in a color to match your wood trim. Then get ready to step back and reap the compliments.
So many folks are interested in " updating " their older wood paneled den walls, but are leery of painting the paneling. Well my motto has always been that once you have the necessary info and the right tools and plenty of time… " GO FOR IT"! Again, once you know the correct paint tips, the results will be an eye opener!
Start by washing the paneling with a vegetable based soap to remove cooking grease and furniture polish that has built up over the years. When finished, the walls should be dull and smooth, not filmy. Next you'll have a choice of either lightly sanding the wood using 0000 sand paper (extra fine) or getting the same results by using a product, which de-glosses the surface and adds tac to the wood. If you sand by hand, be sure to go with the grain of the wood. Using the liquid sandpaper? Please READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS VERY CAREFULLY…this stuff is REALLY strong and can be toxic if you don't have the windows open and the A/C on blow and go!Next you'll apply an OIL BASED PRIMER. If there has been excessive cigarette smoke or a heavy build-up of cooking grease on the walls, use a SHELLAC BASED PRIMER. These two primers are different than paint and require separate clean-up tricks, so be sure to ask the paint store clerk to assist you on selecting the right one for your job. Also insist that the primer be tinted to a shade as close as possible to the finished topcoat color. Speaking of color, I always advise AGAINST a white or a really light color. Using a medium color, (one that is found in the middle of most paint charts) will give the room a more comfortable and homey feeling. Remember that the color you select will always look lighter on the walls, especially if the paint is oil base or alkyd! And don't forget the ceiling; a ceiling that is painted a pale tint will compliment the paneling and give the room that extra touch of class. Again, stay away from white, it tends to be cold and looks gray.After the primer has dried for at least 24 hrs. you're ready for the last step. The type of paint you select for the top coat will be based on how you intend to use the room; here's an example: for homes with sticky little fingers or cleaning concerns, use an ALKYD SEMI-GLOSS otherwise latex enamel or even latex flat paint will do. Now for the most important step… leave yourself enough time to finish the job. Remember this is NOT a one-day project!
Room size: 10 x 12Ceiling height: 8'20 ½ EURO roll: divide by 2510 +10+12 + 12 =4444 x 8 = 35235225 = 14.08 or 15 single rolls . Since euro rolls are only sold and packaged in double rolls, you will have to order and purchase at least 16 single rolls or 8 double rolls TIP: be sure to order at least 1 double roll extra for any future repairs or problems. Here's the rule of thumb for the "magic number divide factor" for each of the three types of residential wallcoverings commonly available.27" AMERICAN ROLLS divide by 3020 ½" EURO ROLLS divide by 2536" NATURAL ROLLS divide by 36.
Question: I've watched you various times on programs (Decorating With Style, Our Place) and wondered if you could help me.I have a leather chair in my livnig room that my husband LIVES !!!! in. There is a blue stain (from his dungarees and sweat) on the seat, along the arm's and in the back where he rests his head and I can't seem to get it clean.Can you help me?
Husbands and their chairs!!! What are we going to do? I understand your frustration, for my husband, it's his home office leather desk chair. No matter what he's wearing, (dirty garden and work clothes etc.) he'll just "plop" right down! Well, we're in luck because leather is made for men like ours. Because it's a natural product it will take years of abuse with just minimal care. After you get it clean, you'll need to establish a monthly cleaning routine and try to avoid the mess it's now in. Here's how to clean up your husbands "throne":Start by shaving a bar of Neutrogena clear soap into a small mixing bowl. About 2-3 lengthwise strips of the soap should be plenty.Next add ¼ cup of HOT water and whip up a tall head of lather. A wire wisk works the best.Using a clean white cotton cloth, dip it into the lather…don't get the cloth wet, just use the lather. Then rub the lathered cloth onto the soiled leather areas. Don't be afraid to rub really hard in a circular motion. Then just blot it dry. It will take a few hours for the leather to go back to the original color so don't panic on the "dark" spot of color you will see.After the soil is removed and the chair is completely dry I recommend using good leather cleaner. COACH CLEANER is the best and you can get it at most any upscale department store in the ladies handbag department.Clean your heavily soiled frequently used chair with the leather cleaner at least once a month to keep it supple and free from built up dirt residue.
Applying a finish over the top of existing wallpaper in order to recreate the look of a centuries old existence is one of the hottest 'new' tends in decorating today. To keep the technique simple I recommend that you consider this approach: First inspect and re-glue any portion of the wall covering that is pulling away from the wall surface. Next using a super heavy duty FLUFFY lambswool paint roller ( available in most paint stores for about $ 14.00 each ) apply 1 -2 coats of a premixed stain/poly product like POLYSHADES by MINWAX. The color shade I like is Pecan because it is a warm neutral light brown shade similar to the tea stain technique that only faux pros know how to carry off. The thick POLYSHADE mixture will go on blotchy and will need to be lightly wiped or buffed with a clean lint free towel, piece of plastic wrap or even a rough sea sponge depending on the look you want to achieve. Once this dries, you'll be amazed that your old wallpaper pattern could look this good once you add a little …instant age!
To eliminate the whitish scratch marks and dulling stains on all dark toned solid surfacing, here's a tip that I found to be useful on my own newly installed dark bronze CORIAN countertops.Since the scratch marks from dishes, kitchen utensils and other rough footed items will show up more dramatically on a dark color countertop I became frustrated when the appliance cleaner the manufacture recommended didn't work to my satisfaction. So I exterminated and voila … this works to eliminate the scratch marks into the glossy finish of the almost indestructible countertop. And since this is 99% of where the scratching occurs in the darker toned solid surfacing, you will be re- glossing the surface every time you follow this trick. The trick is simple and inexpensive; a small can of readily available GEL-GLOSS a one step fiberglass – marble and acrylic cleaner and polish will do the trick nicely especially when you apply the heavy white liquid to the scratched area. Let dry for at least 10 minutes and then buff with a 6" rotary electric car buffer. The buffer is the key to making this trick work ….. and for under $ 20.00 this is a small investment especially when you consider the cost of the solid surfacing. And relax, buffers are easy to use and lightweight to handle - I found my buffer and extra thick wooly pad in the wax/polish isle of my local auto parts store and keep it handy for quick touch ups.
Start first by covering the floor with a drop cloth before you start…. this job is extremely messy! Start by cleaning the metal with 0000 steel wool to remove any rust or light dirt. Next, rip a small section of a household sponge (cutting with scissors will not give the same effect) and dip lightly into oil base paint. I recommend Sherwin Williams #1203 alkyd gloss, but any dark blue - green teal color will work. Apply the paint - dipped sponge in a blotchy pattern over the entire piece making sure to leave several sections of the original black color showing through.
Before the paint starts to dry and become dull, begin this next step. Using a small cheap nylon paint brush, break the bristles by crushing the tips into the palm of your hand to create a perfect "effects tool". With a light twisting motion, twirl the dry brush through the still wet paint. This will automatically drag and swirl the paint into the light and feathery pattern found in expensive VERTIGRIS FINISH furniture. After the swirled paint has dried completely, you can protect your "new piece" from the weather by applying a light coat of liquid car polish.
- Take the time to discover the true pleasure of journaling. To make it more of a treat, discover the treasures of fine leather and hand made paper found in wonderfully attractive blank page journal books…and be sure to store it away in an equally "special" place such as wooden altar box. These are available through specialty catalogue companies such as ILLUMINATIONS. To get your free catalogue of unique gifts and relaxation decorative accessories, call 1-800-226-3537 to request your copy.
Question:Our painted kitchen walls have turned yellow from cigarette smoke and cooking grease. We seem to paint every year and it's now worse than ever! What type of paint do you recommend?
It's not the paint but how you prepared the walls before you painted is the culprit! All of the old stains kept bleeding thru adding to the new dirt and damage because you didn't use the correct primer and do the necessary homework. To get an 'A' on a fresh new kitchen, you'll first need to wash the walls and ceiling with a granulated cleaning powder. After this dries apply 1 coat of a shellac base sealer. I recommend KILZ. Remember to read the label for clean-up instructions; unlike paint, turpentine and water is not used with this product. Then paint with 2 coats of a latex enamel or alkyd semi-gloss. Be sure to open the windows for plenty of fresh air in the kitchen and if you are pregnant or have upper respiratory problems STAY OUT OF THE HOUSE!!! and let another do this job!
Spruce-up an old concrete birdbath by giving it a bath of color. Simply take a blue-green oil based paint (Sherwin Williams #2257 works the best) and thin it with 75% mineral spirits. Then brush the mixture onto the concrete surface. Once the paint dries and has fully soaked into the concrete simply smear the entire birdbath with vanilla yogurt. (SEE who said I can't cook!!) Now it will be ready for the final touch…a good burial! That's right, just dig a hole and bury the birdbath for about 2 months. When you dig it up, the yogurt will have aged to a mossy green color and the thinned paint will be a perfect accent color for the new "ANTIQUE" birdbath.
Creating a design-savvy end table arrangement is always a tricky challenge unless you know the "pro" secret of using the basic building blocks of any decorating arrangement; 1 table lamp, 3 – 5 hard cover books, 1 small green plant, and 1 large candle . Create this no -fail arrangement by first centering the lamp towards the rear of the end table. Next add the books propped against the right side of the lamp. To complete the grouping, the plant goes on the left side of the lamp and the pillar candle in front of the plant .
To compliment the different decorating styles, be sure to select a lamp and plant container that will compliment your design and color scheme; brass and crystal lamps always work well in a traditional home. To give your table top arrangement that final touch , don't forget the style and color of the candle. For homes with a traditional décor, add a bright brass base and tall crystal hurricane to a tall ivory colored pillar candle. For arrangements in a contemporary styled home, use a large and heavily textured 3 wick candle situated on top of an oversized polished nickel base.
See, decorating like a pro is easy…. once you USE the basic building blocks of design !
Just in case you were wondering, yes, shiny brass is OUT and the new IN metals for lamps and decorative accessories all feature an age worn appearance such as burnished pewter, rusty toned irons and opaque silvers. The fact of the matter is that while these latest metal trends are the current metals of choice for decorative finishes and accessories , most folks are still stuck with tons of shiny brass lamps and countless bright gold- toned book ends. So in an effort to still retain those glaringly yellow metal items, whose only fault is a color issue, here's a quick way to instantly transform the brass metal to a stylish browned toned rusty iron finish…..and it's affordably done with shoe polish!
But before you begin you must first understand that the reason why brass is out and these so called new metals are 'in' , is that metals also go through a dating cycle much like trendy colors. But unlike the limited run of a color scheme generally lasting 8 - 12 years, metals stay current on a longer time table . Popular during the 70's, 80's, and 90's, the reign of shiny brass has come to an end now that the new HOUSEHOLD generation is taking hold. In other words, metals will change on average every 25 -30 years or just about the time when a new generation is reaching the age range to be able to purchase a new home. As an example, my mothers generation decorated their homes using antique brass and dull looking metals. My generation, the baby boomers, ushered in the advent of bright chrome and shinny brass. While the bright chrome had faded early in the 70's, the popularity of shiny brass had continued until about 2 years ago ( 2002) . It's then that we began to see the next generation of metals appear to be used extensively in new construction and in the decoration of homes. And today in 2004. it's now the next generation's turn; that of my 28 year old son's generation to begin to decorate their homes in the new silver toned pewter and rusty metals.
To start, you'll need to collect three new containers of a quality wax shoe polish in the following colors: Brown, black and rusty brown. You'll also need to pick up a liquid shoe polish with the attached sponge dip applicator in cordovan.
After placing the lamp on a few sheets of newspaper or protective drop cloth, remove the shade and harp ( the wire piece that holds the shade ) and lightly clean the lamp with a brass cleaner making sure to remove all residue . Also, at this time if you'd like to give the lamp a more rustic appeal, you may 'swirl wipe' a pattern into the shinny surface using a heavy grit sand paper ….the more circular the pattern the better as long as you go in the same direction throughout the entire lamp.
Next is the fun part. With a standard shoe polish blunt edge applicator brush, simply dip into the solid pad of brown wax polish and tap onto the lamp in a random fashion making sure NOT to cover all of the shinny surface. Repeat the process the using each of the other two colors but in diminishing amounts….in other words you will have more brown polish than black on the lamp, but when finished, you will still see bits of the original brass color peeking through.
Wait for the wax polish to dry for at least 3 hours and then randomly dab several hits of the liquid cordovan polish over those areas on the lamp which still have a shiny brass color. This also includes those hard to reach areas such as the metal folds and collar area. Be prepared for the liquid polish to run and look bubbly white, however rest assured, it will dry to a raised area in a dark blacky red coloration.
Now comes the final application of color. After the liquid polish has dried for at least 24 hours, using once again the brown wax polish, dab a light swirling pattern of polish over the entire lamp covering all surfaces. And then guess what ….wait again!
Okay, almost finished…. When the last bit of polished has dried, you then simply apply a thin 'misting' layer of satin polyurethane and wait for all of the compliments on your 'new 'lamp' !
For the last few years today's flooring options have really been limited by your imagination and also by the depth of your pocketbook. AND it's not more evident than when considering the type of finish to apply over a concrete floor. With so many options in regards to color, texture, and finish it's no wonder that easy to keep concrete flooring is the hottest trend in decorating today! BUT before you take the plunge and remove the basic wall to wall carpeting, 20 year old sheet vinyl flooring or your plain old tile squares consider this: concrete floors are cold to the touch and hard on your feet not to mention your back! Also because of the solid cool surface under your furniture the entire room will feel cool and bare UNLESS you incorporate lots of area rugs and interesting textured wall treatments to compensate for the cool flooring underneath. With these facts in mind here's a few pointers to get you started on creating a dynamite looking floor!
BEFORE YOU BEGIN….take a peek!
Creating a great looking finished concrete floor takes more time and effort than other types of floors, but once finished you'll have a virtually maintenance free floor that will last for decades. Start by examining your concrete floor checking to see if the entire floor has been sealed during the building process. If the floor is "slick" feeling and beads water it's a sure bet the concrete has been sealed with a clear specialty sealer. If you can research the exact sealer used with your builder you'll be ahead of the game; otherwise assume the floor has been sealed and only select products specifically for use on SEALED concrete floors.
Now you must perform a two step check for moisture, otherwise you will only end up disappointed when all of your hard work and efforts begin to peel off in sheets! The procedure to check for surface moisture is simple, just lay a few sheets of newspaper on the floor and check it in a few hours. If it's curled and soggy damp…BINGO! This means you have a water drainage problem and a specialist needs to be brought in to stop the water mitigation (outside water coming into your house) prior to painting/staining your floor. If nothing happens then proceed to step #2. In this step you are checking for a phenomenon called RISING DAMP. This simply means that the temperature of the underlying subsoil is warmer/cooler than the top layer of the concrete and this is causing a thin film of condensation to form. Also by checking for RISING DAMP you will have a fool proof way to know if your floor has been sealed since a sealed floor usually does not allow condensation to form. You can make this check by taping a 10"x10" square of aluminum foil directly and tightly to the concrete floor, wait 24 hours and then remove. IF the underside of the aluminum foil is covered with moisture you'll either have an unsealed porous concrete floor OR an improperly sealed floor; in either case knowing this information will allow you to select the proper quality of paint or stain for your floor.
With so many options available be sure to ask a lot of questions and explore different sources of professional treatments in your area. Now that you know whether your floor is sealed or unsealed more importantly, if you have a water problem you'll be better able to refine your search and settle on the one treatment PERFECT for your floor!


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5 Ways to Get Involved with Diversity and Inclusion
This September, we are celebrating Global Diversity and Inclusion Experience Month. As a woman-owned company and diverse supplier, Levy Recognition understands the importance of partnering with companies that support diversity and inclusion. But for us, diversity and inclusion are more than just an initiative. Instead, diversity and inclusion are things we practice continuously and find critical to the future of our company.
At Levy Recognition, we share the belief that innovation, teamwork, creativity, and the ability to resolve problems is enhanced by the different viewpoints and ideas of our clients, suppliers, and our people. We actively seek opportunities to improve how we do business by fostering an environment that is inclusive, diverse, and collaborative. We are committed to equality and urge everyone to be part of our initiatives. Our employees are empowered to be part of open discussions and creative brainstorming sessions. Our clients are invited to share their feedback and ideas. We work closely with like-minded partners and suppliers to ensure our business practices are ethical and uphold our standards for social responsibility.
We've taken a holistic approach to how we practice diversity and inclusion in every facet of our business operations, and we encourage other businesses to join us in doing the same.
Diversity and inclusion are not new concepts. The world of business has been buzzing with several interpretations of what it means to be diverse and inclusive. For many, the idea of diversity and inclusion is about establishing a society where underrepresented groups get a fair share of opportunities. In business, these concepts affect everything from the employee pool to the suppliers sourced, and the strategic partnerships that are forged. Just as the concepts of diversity and inclusion are ever-evolving, the workplace must also evolve to meet the demands of its stakeholders.
We are all stakeholders of diversity and inclusion. The choices we make as we conduct day to day business could have lasting effects on the future of the companies, clients, and employers we work with. To build companies workers can be proud of, companies must make diversity and inclusion a top priority. Company leaders must know and understand the need for socially responsible practices and implement them in all aspects of business operations. Having trouble getting started? Here are a few ways you (and your company's leaders) can get involved in supporting diversity and inclusion:
1. Set Goals.
Work with other company leaders to create specific goals for diversity and inclusion. Reach out to employees and ask for their feedback. Discuss where the company stands on diversity and inclusion and decide how you want the company to grow. Stakeholders and employees are inspired by aspirational goals and want to be part of the company's bigger vision. You'll find that once you begin to open things up for discussion, everyone from the ground up will have ideas on what it means to be more diverse and inclusive. They may even have ideas on how the company can be more socially responsible in its contributions to other movements that are ingrained with diversity and inclusion. The sky is the limit when it comes to goal setting. Let your employees use them as a guiding star towards a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
2. Listen Up!
The best thing leaders can do is listen to the concerns of every stakeholder in the company. Building a diverse and inclusive culture means challenging the status quo. Employees, clients, partners, and everyone involved in your company wants to feel included. They ask hard questions and look to company leaders for guidance. They want to work with leaders who aren't afraid of change and take action based on their feedback and ideas.
Honesty and transparency are vital components of all business communications. Company leaders should celebrate successes and communicate on weaknesses that need to be addressed. Employees need a clear vision and a plan to build and foster an organization. When employees trust their leaders, they are more likely to follow through on the company plans. Leaders who communicate clear objectives and are openly honest with their workforce inspire employees to push forward. Whether your company goals are to be more aggressive in the market for your industry, or to add at least two new diverse suppliers to your sourcing partnerships, talk to your employees about these goals and openly address shortcomings and creative solutions. Employees will appreciate your honesty and know that you are committed to the company's goals.
4. Act Intentionally!
ACTIntentionally is a Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) campaign that enables its members to show support and appreciation for each other. The campaign's goals are to encourage businesses to make conscious decisions to purchase from and support women-owned companies. As members of WBENC, Levy Recognition challenges company leaders and employees to shop, travel, drive, and engage with businesses who support our business initiatives. When you apply the concept of WBENC's ACTIntentionally campaign to other diversity and inclusion efforts, you will find that it's easy to utilize diverse suppliers and include a multitude of people in the process of reaching your company's goals. The concept of acting intentionally inspires us to make a conscious effort to include previously unutilized resources. We can diversify our employee and supplier pools, build relationships with clients who value our views on diversity and inclusion, and partner with companies who can help us grow.
5. Be Authentic.
The key to demonstrating your transparency and commitment to diversity and inclusion is to be authentic in how you present your company's goals and position on the topic. Develop a solid strategy for how to practice diversity and inclusion and make it a part of your workplace culture. It should be an ingrained part of your internal communications and cultural environment. Periodically examine where your company stands on the issues, review where you are in reaching your goals, and revamp your strategy whenever needed to ensure that you are reaching those goals. No matter what, communicate clearly, and be honest in how you publicize your company's progress.
Talking about diversity and inclusion initiatives is one thing, but companies who walk the walk are a true inspiration. The age-old adage, "actions speak louder than words," is highly applicable when it comes to setting and reaching diversity and inclusion goals. Levy Recognition takes pride in having a work environment that is both diverse and inclusive. WBENC's ACTIntentionally campaign inspires us to continuously make strides to practice diversity and inclusion in every aspect of our business operations. We encourage businesses everywhere to take a moment to recognize Global Diversity and Inclusion Experience month and use the month of September to kickstart your diversity and inclusion programs!
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Whilst walking in Parma we took the time to look,for this Gelateria which was recommended in the 2002 Guide du routard! It is still a great ice-cream they serve here! I had Fiori di Latte which was superb.
This gelateria was recommended to us by our family who live in Parma, It is very traditional in looks and the ice cream is beautifully presented, like flowers. They also make fresh granitas which were also amazing.
We happened by this gelateria and decided to pop in -- and we were so happy we did. An excellent treat! All three flavors we tried (cherry, mint chocolate chip and pistachio) were wonderful.
We dropped by here and had one of the best gelatos that we've had in Italy. It was certainly the best presentation. Everyone that came out, seemed to have big smiles on their faces.
Great little shop in Parma. The owners clearly take pride in their service, product and presentation. The Gelato was delicious.
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I'm looking forward to learning some great information from the pros here. I found this site last night -read through some of the various threads for a few hours- and thought I'd join. I'll spare you all the details of what has inspired me to learn gardening. But I will say this, I'm looking to optimize my health which has not been soon good in the past few years. From allergies to infections, high cholesterol, a bulging disk etc etc I'm tired of chronic pain and sickness.
I've been reading a lot of Natural News website lately and it has really put a fire in me to go green and pursue organic ways of living. I'm trying to take things one step at a time, in increments. I hope in the near future to start a herbal container garden on my balcony (it's my understanding that growing herbs are good for rookies, I want to grow herbs for medicinal purposes anyways) and branch out to veggies and fruit. Anyhoo, talk to y'all later.
Hi ! I've been a container gardener since I was about 19, and I'm alot older than that now !
Herbs on the balcony-great idea ! Please hop to the herb forum and the container garden forum and let's talk !
Thanks for the warm welcome! BTW, how do we follow our posts/threads? I'm a little lost trying to fine them in order to respond back to people hehe.
If you click on the middle one it will just show you a page (or pages) of just threads you have posted on (for me it's up to 130 pages!).
Also at the bottom of each post is a button called profile. If you click that it will take you to the profile of that poster (you, if you click it in one of your own posts). It shows you how many posts you have done and your public info and then it has a link that says Find all posts by (you in that case). If you click on that, it gives you a page of thumbnails of all your posts in the order you made them. If you go through the View your Posts on the front page, the threads come up in the order of last activity on them, not necessarily your activity.


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The Casualties of Women's War on Body Hair
Hair removal, at its core, is a form of gendered social control.
By Nadine Ajaka
Katie Martin / Emily Jan / The Atlantic
I'm sure there was a time when I was not hairy, but I can't remember it. I have an early memory from middle school where a doctor examined my sideburns, which stretched almost down to my jawline, and suggested some pills to slow the growth. She told me they were for people with a lot of facial hair, like me. I recall inspecting the black hairs on my legs with serious fascination; my mother would use sticky sugar to rip them out from their stubborn roots. "Beauty requires strength," she would say, deploying an Arabic take on the more common proverb: Beauty is pain.
The regular removal of body hair is ubiquitous: More than 99 percent of American women voluntarily get rid of their hair. It's also expensive. The American woman who shaves will spend more than $10,000 over the course of her life, and the woman who waxes will shell out more than $23,000. These habits cut across race, ethnicity, and region. They are also relatively recent.
It wasn't until the late 1800s that non-native (mostly white) American women became concerned with body hair. In fact, as Rebecca Herzig explains in Plucked: A History of Hair Removal, "18th-century naturalists and explorers considered hair-free skin to be a strange obsession of indigenous peoples." English colonists were surprised and disturbed by beardless Native Americans when they first landed.
How then, in the span of less than a century, did the unnatural state of hairlessness become the standard for American women?
The campaign against body hair on women originates in Darwin's 1871 book Descent of Man, explains Herzig. Men of science obsessed over racial differences in hair type and growth (among other aspects of physical appearance), and as the press popularized these findings, the broader American public latched on. Darwin's evolutionary theory transformed body hair into a question of competitive selection—so much so that hairiness was deeply pathologized. "Rooted in traditions of comparative racial anatomy, evolutionary thought solidified hair's associations with 'primitive' ancestry and an atavistic return to earlier, 'less developed' forms," Herzig writes. Post-Descent, hairiness became an issue of fitness.
An important distinction in this evolutionary framework was that men were supposed to be hairy, and women were not. Scientists surmised that a clear distinction between the masculine and the feminine indicated "higher anthropological development" in a race. So, hairiness in women became indicative of deviance, and researchers set out to prove it. Herzig tells the story of an 1893 study of 271 cases of insanity in white women, which found that insane women had excessive facial hair more frequently than the sane. Their hairs were also "thicker and stiffer," more closely resembling those of the "inferior races." Havelock Ellis, the scholar of human sexuality, claimed that this type of hair growth in women was "linked to criminal violence, strong sexual instincts … [and] exceptional 'animal vigor.'"
By the early 1900s, unwanted hair was a significant source of discomfort for American women. They desired smooth, sanitized, white skin. They wanted to be feminine. "In a remarkably short time, body hair became disgusting to middle-class American women, its removal a way to separate oneself from cruder people, lower class and immigrant," writes Herzig.
As hemlines rose, threatening to reveal hairy limbs, women took extreme measures to remove hair.
In the 1920s and '30s, women used pumice stones or sandpaper to depilate, which caused irritation and scabbing. Some tried modified shoemaker's waxes. Thousands were killed or permanently disabled by Koremlu, a cream made from the rat poison thallium acetate. It was successful in eliminating hair, and also in causing muscular atrophy, blindness, limb damage, and death. Around the same time, X-ray hair removal emerged as another treatment option. Women would sit for three or four minutes in front of the invisible rays of a boxed X-ray machine, and the radiation would do its work. So great was the appeal of each hair withering away in its sheath that for nearly two decades, women underwent dangerous radiation that led to scarring, ulceration, and cancer.
It's not a coincidence that the pressure for women to modify their body hair has risen in tandem with their liberties.
Disfigured and dying, but undeterred, women continued the war on body hair. Concurrently, Gillette had slowly been mastering its marketing of razors. During World War II, there was a shortage of the thick stockings that women wore to cover their hairy legs, and shaving—something that had previously been associated with men's routines—became a common practice for women. By 1964, 98 percent of American women were routinely shaving their legs, embracing the repetitive swiping that defines modern hair removal. But alternate methods still proliferated in laboratories and physicians' offices. In the 1960s and '70s, doctors began prescribing hormonal drugs, like Aldactone and Androcur (which are now often used in male-to-female transitions), to combat hirsutism—the slippery and subjective condition of excessive hair growth in women. The side effects of this hormone therapy can include cancer, stroke, and heart attack, and its effectiveness in reducing hair growth is inconsistent.
Today, women still engage in risky, time-consuming, and skin-damaging practices to rid our bodies of hair. Laser hair removal can cause severe burns, blistering, and scarring. Waxing is painful and unsanitary. Bleaching can irritate and discolor your skin. And there's a whole Reddit thread for what to do if you burn your vagina with Nair. These products are largely unregulated, as most cosmetics tend to be.
Hair removal, at its core, is a form of gendered social control. It's not a coincidence that the pressure for women to modify their body hair has risen in tandem with their liberties, Herzig argues. She writes that the effect of this hairlessness norm is to "produce feelings of inadequacy and vulnerability, the sense that women's bodies are problematic the way they naturally are."
And yet, if you ask many women why they voluntarily shave or wax, they might say that it's a method of self-enhancement. That they want to, it's a personal choice, and they just feel better when everything is smooth. Hair removal as self-care might be one of the biggest lies women have bought into. It keeps us in an impossible loop, one in which we are constantly in pursuit of velvety limbs and the moral virtue of cleanliness.
A few years ago, I got my sideburns lasered, along with the rest of my face, my armpits, my back, my stomach, the back of my neck, and the soft expanse underneath my chin. I zapped the hair right at the follicle, before it even had the chance to break through my skin. It hurt, but the good kind, the kind of pain women are taught is worth it.


We know RHONJ star Joe Giudice could get out of prision as early as March 2019, but that might just be the beginning of more problems for the Giudice family.
According to RadarOnline, Joe has already been flagged by the United States Department of Homeland Security.
"Immigration consequences of criminal convictions depend on the particular criminal statutes implicated and are very case specific," explains attorney Sophia Solovyova, who is an expert in immigration law.
It makes you wonder if there is anyway if Joe can avoid deportation?
"So, in short, he is deportable, but whether he has a case depends on his immigration history, personal circumstances and case law in third circuit," she said.
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Writing Tips (from John Steinbeck)
John Ernst Steinbeck (February 27, 1902 – December 20, 1968) was an American author. He won the 1962 Nobel Prize in Literature "for his realistic and imaginative writings, combining as they do sympathetic humour and keen social perception". He has been called "a giant of American letters", and many of his works are considered classics of Western Literature.
During his writing career, he authored 27 books, including 16 novels, six non-fiction books and two collections of short stories. He is widely known for the comic novels "Tortilla Flat" (1935) and "Cannery Row" (1945), the multi-generation epic "East of Eden" (1952), and the novellas "Of Mice and Men" (1937) and "The Red Pony" (1937). The Pulitzer Prize-winning "The Grapes of Wrath" (1939) is considered Steinbeck's masterpiece and part of the American literary canon. In the first 75 years after it was published, it sold 14 million copies.
Steinbeck was born in Salinas, California. He was of German, English and Irish descent. Johann Adolf Großsteinbeck (Steinbeck's paternal grandfather) shortened the family name to Steinbeck when he immigrated to the United States.
His father, John Ernst Steinbeck, served as Monterey County treasurer and his mother, Olive Hamilton, was a former school teacher who shared Steinbeck's passion for reading and writing.
Steinbeck graduated from Salinas High School in 1919 and went on to study English Literature at Stanford University near Palo Alto, leaving without a degree in 1925. He traveled to New York City where he took odd jobs while trying to write. When he failed to publish his work, he returned to California and worked in 1928 as a tour guide and caretaker at Lake Tahoe, where he met Carol Henning, his first wife. When their money ran out six months later, due to a slow market, Steinbeck and Carol moved back to Pacific Grove, California, to a cottage owned by his father. The elder Steinbecks gave John free housing, paper for his manuscripts, and from 1928, loans that allowed him to write without looking for work.
During the Great Depression, Steinbeck bought a small boat, and later claimed that he was able to live on the fish and crab that he gathered from the sea, and fresh vegetables from his garden and local farms. When those sources failed, Steinbeck and his wife accepted welfare, and on rare occasions, stole bacon from the local produce market. Carol became the model for Mary Talbot in Steinbeck's novel "Cannery Row".
In 1930, Steinbeck met the marine biologist Ed Ricketts, who became a close friend and mentor to Steinbeck during the following decade, teaching him a great deal about philosophy and biology. Between 1930 and 1936, Steinbeck and Ricketts became close friends. They formed a common bond based on their love of music and art, and John learned biology and Ricketts' ecological philosophy.
Steinbeck's first novel, "Cup of Gold", published in 1929, is loosely based on the life and death of privateer Henry Morgan. Between 1930 and 1933, Steinbeck produced three shorter works. "The Pastures of Heaven" published in 1932, consists of twelve interconnected stories about a valley near Monterey, which was discovered by a Spanish corporal while chasing runaway Indian slaves. In 1933 Steinbeck published "The Red Pony", a 100-page, four-chapter story weaving in memories of Steinbeck's childhood. "To a God Unknown", named after a Vedic hymn, follows the life of a homesteader and his family in California, depicting a character with a primal and pagan worship of the land he works. Although he had not achieved the status of a well-known writer, he never doubted that he would achieve greatness.
Steinbeck achieved his first critical success with "Tortilla Flat", a novel set in post-war Monterey, California, that won the California Commonwealth Club's Gold Medal. Steinbeck began to write a series of "California novels" and Dust Bowl fiction, set among common people during the Great Depression. These included In Dubious Battle, "Of Mice and Men" and "The Grapes of Wrath". He also wrote an article series called "The Harvest Gypsies" for the San Francisco News about the plight of the migrant worker.
"Of Mice and Men" was a drama about the dreams of two migrant agricultural laborers in California. It was critically acclaimed and Steinbeck's 1962 Nobel Prize citation called it a "little masterpiece". Its stage production was a hit, starring Wallace Ford as George and Broderick Crawford as George's companion, the mentally childlike, but physically powerful itinerant farmhand Lennie. Steinbeck refused to travel from his home in California to attend any performance of the play during its New York run, telling director George S. Kaufman that the play as it existed in his own mind was "perfect" and that anything presented on stage would only be a disappointment. Steinbeck wrote two more stage plays ("The Moon Is Down" and "Burning Bright").
Steinbeck followed this wave of success with "The Grapes of Wrath" (1939), based on newspaper articles about migrant agricultural workers that he had written in San Francisco. It is commonly considered his greatest work. According to The New York Times, it was the best-selling book of 1939 and 430,000 copies had been printed by February 1940. In that month, it won the National Book Award, favorite fiction book of 1939, voted by members of the American Booksellers Association. Later that year, it won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and was adapted as a film directed by John Ford, starring Henry Fonda as Tom Joad.
"The Grapes of Wrath" was controversial. Steinbeck's New Deal political views, negative portrayal of aspects of capitalism, and sympathy for the plight of workers, led to a backlash against the author, especially close to home. Claiming the book was both obscene and misrepresented conditions in the county, the Kern County Board of Supervisors banned the book from the county's publicly funded schools and libraries in August 1939. This ban lasted until January 1941.
Of the controversy, Steinbeck wrote «The vilification of me out here from the large landowners and bankers is pretty bad. The latest is a rumor started by them that the Okies hate me and have threatened to kill me for lying about them. I'm frightened at the rolling might of this damned thing. It is completely out of hand; I mean a kind of hysteria about the book is growing that is not healthy».
John Steinbeck died in New York City on December 20, 1968, of heart disease and congestive heart failure. He was 66, and had been a lifelong smoker. An autopsy showed nearly complete occlusion of the main coronary arteries.
In accordance with his wishes, his body was cremated and interred on March 4, 1969 at the Hamilton family gravesite in Salinas, with those of his parents and maternal grandparents. His third wife, Elaine, was buried in the plot in 2004. He had written to his doctor that he felt deeply "in his flesh" that he would not survive his physical death, and that the biological end of his life was the final end to it.
The day after Steinbeck's death in New York City, reviewer Charles Poore wrote in the New York Times: «John Steinbeck's first great book was his last great book. But Good Lord, what a book that was and is: The Grapes of Wrath!» Poore noted a "preachiness" in Steinbeck's work "as if half his literary inheritance came from the best of Mark Twain – and the other half from the worst of Cotton Mather". But he asserted that "Steinbeck didn't need the Nobel Prize – the Nobel judges needed him".
Steinbeck's incomplete novel based on the "King Arthur Legends" of Malory and others, "The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights", was published in 1976.
So, for anyone who admire his writing style and want to learn more about his writing rules, here are 10 of his most famous advice for aspiring authors:
1. «Abandon the idea that you are ever going to finish. Lose track of the 400 pages and write just one page for each day, it helps. Then when it gets finished, you are always surprised!»
2. «In writing, habit seems to be a much stronger force than either willpower or inspiration!»
3. «Write freely and as rapidly as possible and throw the whole thing on paper. Never correct or rewrite until the whole thing is down. Rewrite in process is usually found to be an excuse for not going on. It also interferes with flow and rhythm which can only come from a kind of unconscious association with the material!»
4. «If you are using dialogue, say it aloud as you write it. Only then will it have the sound of speech!»
5. «Forget your generalized audience. In the first place, the nameless, faceless audience will scare you to death and in the second place, unlike the theater, it doesn't exist. In writing, your audience is one single reader. I have found that sometimes it helps to pick out one person – a real person you know, or an imagined person and write to that one!»
6. «In every bit of honest writing in the world… there is a base theme. Try to understand men, if you understand each other you will be kind to each other. Knowing a man well never leads to hate and nearly always leads to love. There are shorter means, many of them. there is writing promoting social change, writing punishing injustice, writing in celebration of heroism, but always that base theme. Try to understand each other!»
7. «If a scene or a section gets the better of you and you still think you want it – bypass it and go on. When you have finished the whole you can come back to it and then you may find that the reason it gave trouble is because it didn't belong there!»
8. «I hold that a writer who does not passionately believe in the perfectibility of man has no dedication nor any membership in Literature!»
9. «Beware of a scene that becomes too dear to you, dearer than the rest. It will usually be found that it is out of drawing!»
10. «Boileau said that Kings, Gods and Heroes only were fit subjects for literature. The writer can only write about what he admires. Present-day kings aren't very inspiring, the gods are on a vacation and about the only heroes left are the scientists and the poor… And since our race admires gallantry, the writer will deal with it where he finds it. He finds it in the struggling poor now!»
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We all know about the projects of Acer in education and not only! Another interesting partnership regards the brand and the Olympic Games under the logo "excellence expressed"! What does this mean briefly? It means that Acer has designed some laptops in a special edition with the signs of the Olympics and you can still buy this series….
Acer is a Worldwide TOP Partner of the Olympic Movement starting from this year at the Winter Games and in 2012 (if we don't die; joking!) Olympic Games in London. This is a big plus for the brand and surely it will be an interesting company through the entire world! At the Winter Games in Vancouver, Acer has provided more then 6500 pieces of computing gadgets and more than 100 computing technicians!
The company has launched three products in a special edition under this partnership: Aspire 1810T, Aspire 4810T and Aspire 1410.
The Aspire 1810T has a nice silver metal external lid and a diamond cut Olympic Games composite logo. This gadget describes itself through nice features, like thinnest and it's featherweight! These are the qualities regarding the exterior! Besides these proprieties it has also great technical features! You can carry it wherever you want and it won't be any problem: it's less then 2.5 cm thick, only 1.40 kilos and a 11.6" display! In only one word: awesome!
The Acer Aspire 4810T has a nice, glossy silver external lid and let's not forget about the chrome silver Olympic games composite logo! Its 14" display and reduced dimension give you the opportunity of taking the notebook in all the places you attend! You'll be able to get advantage of this gadget for 8 hours without any problems! This notebook has also received and award in the Timeline series! So, what you're waiting for?
The Acer Aspire 1410 has a silver brushed-metal external lid and a diamond cut Olympic Games composite logo! This gadget describes itself through great features like thinnest and featherweight design with great technical features! It has an 11.6" display which permits you to get advantage of your movies or video folders! You'll be able to do all the things you want with it and carry it around because it's 2.5 thick and weighs just 1.40 kilos! Wonderful, isn't it?
If you're interesting in buying one product of this series you can simply enter the official site of the Acer brand and you have to mention where you live in order to see the methods or buying the notebook! Simple as saying pie!
Acer has done many things in education, environment and now in sports. It's so great to see how a well known brand involves itself in so many great things and how it gains popularity with the good deeds done!


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Recognises ERK1/2 a MAPK family protein which controls cell proliferation
Western blot analysis of whole cell extract of Mouse embryonic Fibroblasts (MEFs) , human embryonic kidney (HEK293) , human osteocarcinoma (U-2 OS), human prostate adenocarcinoma (PC-3) (20µg).
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Home » Denver Family Lawyers » Step Parent Adoption
Step parent adoption is a common yet unique process. It occurs when the spouse of one of the child's biological parents adopts the child as their own. This adoption process is easier than other types of adoption because of the involvement of a birth parent. However, there are still some legal barriers that must be overcome to complete the process.
At Litvak Litvak Mehrtens and Carlton, we have decades of combined experience in family matters such as this. Below, we'll answer your questions about step parent adoption.
What is the Process of Step Parent Adoption in Colorado?
The process for a step parent adopting a child is quicker and cheaper than if a non-family member was adopting. It is also overall a much simpler process. In an adoption where a family member is not involved, extensive screening procedures must be conducted. This includes home visits and studies, background checks, and exhaustive interviews.
Because there is a biological parent involved in step parent adoption, many states don't require some of these procedures. If they do, they are generally not to the extent that other types of adoption require.
Depending on the state the adoption occurs in, the child might also need to agree to the adoption. In Colorado, if the child is over the age of 12, they must provide their consent.
After the court has finalized the adoption, the biological parent forfeits all responsibilities while the step parent takes them on. The child will get a new birth certificate with the step parents name replacing the biological parent's. Depending on the family's desires, the child might also take on their new parent's last name.
Does Step Parent Adoption in Colorado Require Consent From Both Birth Parents?
Step parent adoption does require consent from both biological parents of the child. This can sometimes prove challenging because it means the parent must agree with losing all his or her parental responsibilities. Not only will they lose the ability to make any decisions regarding the child, they also forfeit all visitation and communication rights. Depending on the custodial parent's desires, they may never be able to contact their child again.
Because of the absolute nature of this agreement, it may prove difficult to gain consent from the birth parent.
Can My Spouse Adopt my Child Without the Biological Parent's Consent?
If the non-custodial parent disagrees with the step parent adoption and refuses consent, there are ways to go around this. The step parent and their spouse, the custodial parent, can file a petition with the court. This petition intends to terminate the rights of the non-custodial biological parent.
For the petition to pass, the family must prove a few factors. These include the fact that the non-custodial parent may be unfit for parenting, has abandoned the child, or has failed to provide support for at least one year. There must be plenty of evidence to support these claims because of the definitiveness of the decision.
What Should I Expect at a Step Parent Adoption Hearing?
At the adoption hearing, the step parent and his or her spouse will appear in court with their attorney. The attorney will then present evidence to the court that the adoption has met all the required steps to take place. This is when they will show either the consent or termination of rights of the biological parent that is out of the picture. They will also need to prove to the court that this adoption is in the best interests of the child.
If the adoption is granted, the judge will sign off on the proper documentation that certifies the adoption. One of these will be a Judgement of Termination of Parental Rights and Step Parent Adoption, which will have been prepared by your attorney. If the family wishes to change the last name of the child, this will also occur at the conclusion of the hearing.
Can a Step Parent Adopt a Child Who is Over the Age of 18?
Once a child reaches the age of 18 or older, they are considered an adult. However, adult adoption is legal and is also relatively common. In an adult adoption case, consent of the non-custodial parent is not needed. Only consent of the child to be adopted and the step parent wishing to adopt is required.
How Much Does Step Parent Adoption Cost?
Like any other adoption, adopting a stepchild does cost. The costs vary from state to state. Prices can range anywhere from $500 to $3,500. This may include adoption fees, attorney fees, background checks, and any social worker service fees. To get the best estimate for the current price of adoption in Denver, CO and surrounding areas, contact our attorneys.
How Do I File for Step Parent Adoption in Colorado?
In Colorado, a step parent must meet certain criteria before they are eligible to adopt their step child. The step parent must first be at least 21 years of age or older. Under state law, the step parent must also have been a resident of Colorado for at least six months. Finally, they must undergo and successfully pass several background checks.
What Does the Step Parent Need to Do to Complete the Adoption Process?
Once these criteria are met, the step parent must complete the following steps:
File a petition for step parent adoption with the court
Show consent and approval of adoption by custodial parent
Show consent and approval of adoption by non-custodial parent
If the non-custodial parent does not consent, show proof that they have abandoned the child or that their rights have been otherwise terminated.
Gain consent of the child (only if they're 12 years or older)
Once all of this information is provided, you can successfully apply for adoption.
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If you are looking to adopt your step child or are curious about step parent adoption in general, we can help. Our attorneys at Litvak Litvak Mehrtens and Carlton have the knowledge, experiences, and resources to make this process as smooth as possible. Call us today at 303-951-4506 or fill out an online intake form to schedule a consultation.
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