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Mar 12, 2019 at 10:01pm
A momentous morning, in some ways. Some would argue that the sentence is insufficient, but there's so much more in play, the ramifications are certainly huge.  https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2019/mar/13/cardinal-george-pell-sentenced-child-sexual-assault-live https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-03-13/cardinal-george-pell-sentenced-for-sexually-abusing-choirboys/10876012 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-03-13/george-pell-sentencing-inside-the-court/10896292If you've followed the morning's proceedings, you'll see there was a lot of discussion on the impact of imprisonment on Pell's health, and the potential for threats or actual violence from other inmates, so he'll be isolated for his almost-4 years inside.  We've also had a rash of articles explaining 'cognitive dissonance' and how it works as a protective measure in close-knit families and communities, particularly with with very upsetting revelations because that calls into question all kinds of other value judgements and ethical standards required for social cohesion.  So, please, no jumping on anyone - the man has been sentenced for his crimes. The Church is going to have to face up to the inadequacy of its protocols and internal mechanisms for handling both the opportunity for such conduct and the charges that it's taken place. 

Jun 16, 2015 at 10:11am
dave said:They are not living in their natural environment. They are isolated (only one of certain species). They are crated when not performing. They are yelled and often hit when in training. Just put yourself in their skins for a moment.I would, except it's a wee bit hot and humid out for the (rather lovely hand-knit) camelhair/angora/cashmere sweater currently sitting in my closet.

Jun 15, 2015 at 10:13am
As I recall it, this issue has been raised in the past, yet, year after year, one must make sure to be on line well before any of the three July 4 circus shows start to be sure of getting a seat. I have a feeling this year will be no different. I would be perfectly happy with a no-animal circus, but after attending for many years, including visiting Memorial Field on July 3rd evenings to see the animals, I've seen no evidence that the animals in this particular circus are poorly treated. I get the feeling that the operators of this circus are a hard working, close-knit group that knows the well-being of its animals is key to its livelihood. I can certainly understand and respect those who would decide to not attend, but I hope this does not devolve into demonization of the many that choose to enjoy this traditional event with their families.

Jun 1, 2015 at 12:20pm
Maybe get a skort instead? What kind of material are you looking for? Lands End makes some knit shorts that are very comfortable with an elastic waist and kind of wide legs. I wear them to sleep in or lounge around the house, but I would wear them outside too if they worked well enough with the top.

Apr 19, 2015 at 7:23am
For pants I like NYDJ...though not the ones that hug the leg all the way down. I have to admit that I feel humiliated by the muffin top that comes out over the top of tighter fitting waists. I am finding that in regular clothes that my size 12 is now too tight around the waist. However if I buy a 14, the rest of the fit through the hips and legs look baggy/frumpy. One year I bought a pair of slender (narrower?) cut ponte knit pants from J Jill. They had comfort and flow without the wide leg look that makes me look wider. But, like I referred to in earlier post, I have continued to buy their clothes, but am finding the knits either pill badly, or the threads in the fabric breaks. For kicking around the house, I don't mind. But for work, I find it embarrassing. I do find that Talbott's, at times, offers a range of cuts, and that I can find something that works for my body. I really cannot wear the lower cut pants. Even when I weighed  20 or 30 pounds less. Tops are complicated too. Big bust. Narrow shoulders. Thinking about women I admired, the thought that comes to mind are the bright women who obviously struggle with their weight. Hillary Clinton. Madeline Albright. I admire Helen Mirren too, but she doesn't seem to have extra weight. Am I the only one who didn't like the Lauren site? Not sure what I expect. I think I am having difficulty accepting that there are not so many styles for me to choose from. But it also doesn't help that when I do go to stores, the preponderance of clothes should not be worn on anyone over a size 6. krnl, I think I, too, have a hard time believing my body is not like it used to be...until I try on some current styles that would have at one time been becoming on me. Lizziecat, I think our shopping is very similar.

Apr 18, 2015 at 5:07am
A lot of info here since I last looked. Thank you everyone. I am taking a class that Eileen Fisher is in. She is a very nice woman, and I like some of her philosophy, but her clothes, which are attractive, would not look good on me. I am wondering if anyone else is frustrated by the quality in clothes? Probably 30 years ago, I would buy Liz Claiborne for most of my work clothes. It wasn't real high end, but the clothes were pretty classic, and were well made. Of course, that brand is long gone. Jones,NY was similar, but I find their clothes these days sometimes cut/sized oddly. Land's End used to be my mainstay for tees, etc. I now find they cut back on quality like their sweaters used to last and last. Now they are thinner, and pill. I would pay a chunk more money for things that were made better. At one point I reconciled myself with a few of the styles from J Jill, but their quality seems to have gone down hill too. I have a pair of ponte knit pants that lasted and lasted. The last pair I bought there, pilled after 4 or 5 wearings. Same with a sweater I bought there last fall. I am trying to be open to a stylist. I am having difficulty with that. I am just not an enthusiastic shopper, and feel like I would be very frustrating to work with.  dianald, your suggestion to look at the big dept stores is what I have been doing for over a year now. The last time I went out, I was so exhausted and frustrated by not seeing anything I liked, that I picked up pants that I bought without trying on. (They were brands that I know fit me). I got home to discover that they were leggings. I am sure that some of my frustration is that I have gained some weight this year. 

Apr 17, 2015 at 7:54pm
I look awful in a tunic and pants or leggings. The hem of the tunic hits a point around my hips that makes my upper half look even wider and my legs look short and stubby. (And I'm 5'9" with long legs.) However, wearing that same top with a short knit skirt (above the knees) and black tights is very flattering.

Apr 7, 2015 at 2:39pm
When we were trying to deal with an Irish Aran hand-knit sweater that went through a hot wash AND a dry cycle, we were told to use a gentle conditioner to help the wool go back to its pre-boiled size. It never returned to its original size, but it did go from a toddler 4T to about a child's 10. You could try soaking it in the conditioner (don't rinse it out) and then blocking the sweater to size to see if that will help.

Apr 6, 2015 at 6:45am
Hadn't read the book, either, but I have read a good bit about English history, so I was familiar with the basics. I found the cutting back in forth in time a bit confusing at first, but then it was not a problem. The settings and costumes are wonderful and I am very much enjoying the music they have used in the production. So happy to be able to see it on PBS where it WON'T be constantly chopped up for commercials. I did look up the cause of death of Cromwell's wife and children, since I wasn't familiar with that. I'd always figured it was one of the plague outbreaks that recurred during this time period, but the source I looked at called it the "sweating sickness" and said it wasn't the plague, no one is quite sure what it was (some supposition that it was a virulent form of some hantavirus) - it apprently killed very quickly, within less than a day. But it said it didn't usually strike children. While Cromwell's daughter did not survive their childhood, I didn't see a reference that showed they died at the same time as their mother. @PeggyC, do you have any more info on this? When I finish knitting my orange ribbon (the tree has a 50" circumference and I've only knit 40" so far - I shouldn't have used size 8 needles), I'm going to do a little more research.

Apr 4, 2015 at 6:42am
Will have to look for an orange ribbon - don't have one at present. I do have orange yarn, though. Maybe I'll knit one and tie it around the tree.

Mar 31, 2015 at 6:03am
bkeditor said:Hey, Anyone familiar with the area just north of Maplecrest Park? We're interested in a house over there but don't really know anything about that little pocket over there? We have 2 lil ones so looking to see if it's a tight-knit community in that area? Young families with children? Any Pro's or Con's we should know about? Thanks in advance! Pro's, mostly quiet neighborhood. Con's, a cut through for people trying to get from Elmwood Ave to Springfield Ave.

Mar 30, 2015 at 11:31am
Hey, Anyone familiar with the area just north of Maplecrest Park? We're interested in a house over there but don't really know anything about that little pocket over there? We have 2 lil ones so looking to see if it's a tight-knit community in that area? Young families with children? Any Pro's or Con's we should know about? Thanks in advance!

Feb 26, 2015 at 6:40am
i have no knowledge of what is going on with the baseball team but in general - as a coach of youth sports - what we say to pre-high school players, ie the use of sharp language, the method of discipline, the techniques of motivation, should move into a more mature / adult style of communication. I dont condone shaming in the manner identified above, I think its counter productive to getting the most out of your athletes and building a tight knit team that support each other. Its my belief that each member of a team has to be accountable to team rules and to keep themselves physically and mentally alert each game and practice. Yelling at a player is entirely acceptable, berating a player for a mental error or lack of hustle is in the moment acceptable - as long as what follows that communication is the teaching aspect, the rebuilding of the athletes ego by explaining what we expect as coaches and defining exactly what we didnt like that caused our "outburst". At least a 5 to 1 ratio of praise to criticism, is what I find works best with my teams. Again I have no idea what the coaches at CHS do, just what I think is appropriate as a coach.

Feb 24, 2015 at 2:38am
Decided to try a load on a different cycle - knit/delicates - and it was able to do the job. So I think it may well be the agitator. Glad to have an option for laundry until we get this fixed or replaced, tho. Thanks for the suggestions.

Jan 30, 2015 at 2:49am
Child's knit hat -- found in Jefferson School Playground area.

Jan 27, 2015 at 2:42am
Carol Anne, I wish you were here to knit with me, too! But no worries about the shoveling... that was a snarky comment on my part. We have a snowblower, and thank heaven it seems to be working. Jim will be able to get us out, I'm pretty sure. But I still wish you were here to knit with me. :D

Jan 15, 2015 at 10:05pm
I've just been reading about clothing made from bamboo fibre. Maybe they could knit the reef in bamboo.

Jan 7, 2015 at 4:31am
check these out. They are cotton/spandex and more of a legging/pant fit. Around $48. and watch the video. I like her because she's aware of coverage. She makes some nice long tunic type sweater/tops also. http://www.qvc.com/LOGO-Layers-by-Lori-Goldstein-Regular-Knit-Pull-On-Leggings.product.A236704.html?sc=A236704-Zone&cm_scid=zone&cm_sp=MERCHZONE-_-Featured:+Best+Sellers-_-1

Jan 7, 2015 at 4:27am
A coworker was wearing leggings from White House black market the other day and they looked very nice. More of a ponte knit look and perfectly acceptable as pants with a tunic.

Dec 16, 2014 at 5:31am
I've written this before, but last year I was driving on Parker Ave at night, and a black man was jogging in the street in a black track suit, wearing a black knit cap. I almost hit him before swerving around him at the last instant. he might as well have been wearing an invisibility cloak.