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The Civilian Conservation Corps

If a measure of a man is the legacy he leaves behind then the men of the CCC were not found wanting. The 3 million men unselfishly supported 12-15 million family members who received the checks sent home. Their work accomplishments were an even longer lasting legacy.

A sample of what they accomplished:

Number of Trees Planted: Between 2 and 3 billion
State Parks Developed: 800
Public Campground Development: 52,000 acres
Miles of Roads Built: 125,000
Miles of Telephone Lines Strung: 89,000
Miles of Foot Trails Built: 13,100
Farmlands Benefited from Erosion Control Projects: 40 million acres
Stream and Lake Bank Protection: 154 million square yards
Range Re-vegetation: 814,000 acres
Fire fighting Days: More than 8 million

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The Civilian Conservation Corps: Training a Generation in Manliness

from The Art of Manliness by Brett



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December 24th, 2009

December 24th

Born today on the 24th, December :

Born to celebrations, this glittering star on top of the tree has been partying ever since. Good humoured and kind, they’ll make any occasion special and scatter their money about like clouds of golden confetti. If 24 isn’t in charge of the office Christmas party, he should be because nobody else does it as well. Both sexes put the swank into celebration and the zing into swing. And people born on this day dance like a dream. Many December birthday children are gloomy, but somehow the changeling December 24 zoomed down to earth with a Capricornucopia of personal gifts as rich as those brought by the Three Kings to Bethlehem. They can sing or play a musical instrument, often so well they may become professional. Many are great sportsmen. Decorative themselves, they make their surroundings attractive with just the flick of a finger. These are the family members who hold relatives together and always come up with a positive solution. And like many others born around this time, they cook like a dream. When it comes to sex it’s a different matter for December 24. There’s nothing sweetly friendly about their passion. They fall hard, can easily become addicted to the love of their life. And can’t be bothered with the folderols of courtship and lovemaking which puts them at a disadvantage when in competition with others who can. Love is often the undoing of this Christmas Eve child. No day suffers the pain of a broken heart more agonisingly or for greater lengths of time. In some cases a broken love affair is so powerful an influence that they may throw up their life and work and move far away or even abroad in order to start again. But the image of their lost love remains branded on their hearts and any lover who follows must accept that December 24 holds a flame – or maybe a flicker -forever in memory of whoever cruelly betrayed them.

Body :

Here’s a folderol worth bothering with to entertain a lover. Chocolate Fruit. Take 375g selected fruit, anything hard enough to be dipped without squishing. Grapes, cherries, strawberries, apricot halves – or even nuts. 100g plain dessert chocolate, 100g caster sugar, 50ml single cream, pinch cream of tartar, oil. Heat sugar, cream, cream of tartar, stirring, then bring to boil and continue until mixture is golden brown. Melt chocolate. Dip one half fruit in caramel and other side in chocolate. Place on oiled tray to set. Take to bed with a bottle of champagne and expect a sweet sensation.

Mind :

Everybody loves and loses love. If, like Heathcliff, you let this ruin your life, you are closing the door to other joys and taking a decision to live in the past. Cherish the memory but move on

The December 24th person has two things that affect them all their life the first is the ruling planet for this day, Venus which gives them a sense of values and a romantic outlook on life. The second is Saturn, the ruling planet for this day. This causes the December 24th person a multifarious of challenges in their lifetime. They are clairvoyant in most chart configurations.
A look ahead;  Confusion can only take place in a part of our mind we do not understand.

If You Were Born Today, December 24: You are extremely caring and responsible with those you love. You are determined and stubborn at times, sometimes struggling with worries and insecurities. You have true respect for anything that has withstood the test of time, and for (most of) those older than you. You are excellent with design and anything that requires order and balance, as you have an eye for these things. You have all of the ingredients for attracting financial success.

Ruled by number 6 and the planet Venus, you are smart, talented, energetic, attractive, accommodating, diplomatic & highly practical person. You are a great thinker and people from various walks of life seek your advice, but you need to check your tendency to behave too outspoken, jealous and restless at times. This year you would develop very strong opinions on how important work should be completed. Some of your supporters however would not agree to your methods of doing things. You should put your thoughts in front of them in a positive manner to win their confidence. You would also increase your income through work, which you would complete at home. New romance could develop for some during this period. Relationship with your spouse would be healthy and highly cordial. Some tension and anxiety due to health of your parents may mar the peace at home. Your brother or sister would be very helpful in finishing your pending tasks. The months of February, April, July and December would be significant.

Lucky Days Friday, Thursday & Tuesday
Lucky Stones Diamond & Emerald
Lucky Colours White, sea green, cream, light blue & rose
Lucky Numbers 6,5,3 & 9

For those of us born on December 24:
This year on your birthday, focus on the simple things because in the end, they will bring you the most pleasure. The mass media likes to fill your head with all kinds of unobtainable quests to get you money, claiming that you can have your dreams if you pay for them first. This almost never works, but if you look at the things that really make you happy – health, laughter, and love – you don’t need a dime to help you obtain them. By keeping it simple on your birthday you begin a new path void of the confusion and pressures of media and instead on the path to your birthday dreams.

A Capricorn born on December 24 is a quixotic, changeable individual that is as much an enigma to themselves as to everyone else. They have magnetism and the potential to lead but are often confused about priorities and can end up following someone less talented than themselves. They don’t give way to the usual Capricornian obsession to follow the status quo.
Capricorn Information for December 24

You should embrace:
Authority, magnanimity, decision-making

You should avoid:
Irrationality, instability, self-destructive habits

Friends and Lovers

Because December 24 natives hide their feelings, it’s impossible for others to understand them emotionally. They develop romantic fascinations easily and may find it difficult to know what they want from love. They enjoy being seen with an attractive partner, and they may confuse this with love.

Children and Family

The dark side of people born on this date usually has roots in childhood. They may feel they failed to receive needed nurturing and may be self-critical as a result. As parents, they are usually indulgent but often understand the emotional needs of their child.

Health

People born on this date like to look their best, and if that requires following a complicated health and fitness regimen, they are all for it. They have a love/hate relationship with food. Paradoxically, their amazing self-discipline often goes hand in hand with fad dieting, as they try to prove just how much willpower they possess.

Career and Finances

Like other people of their sign, December 24 people are hard workers who weather the sacrifices that come with success. They can follow rules they don’t agree with, because they know self-discipline usually pays off. December 24 people are good financial planners and money managers. They aren’t afraid to take risks.

Dreams and Goals

People born on this date are a combination of free-wheeling and conservative. They know they’re most likely to succeed by alternating methods — and success is the goal. This may have to do with business, but for some it means family life, personal power, or even spiritual enrichment. These people hitch their dreams to a star.



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BSA’s 2010 National Jamboree Director, Jon Alline,

From my friends at the Philmont Scout Ranch they wanted to pass on the message that BSA’s 2010 National Jamboree Director, Jon Alline, passed away in his sleep last night. This is terrible news and he will be deeply missed. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.



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Thanksgiving

Since tomorrow is Thanksgiving Day, I thought I’d take a moment to reflect on some things over the last year that I’m most thankful for.

I am thankful my health. Without my health I would not be able to do all that I do.

I am thankful my family.  Together this year we have shared trials, tribulations and triumphs.

I am thankful that magic ingredient! It’s belief. I know that any obstacle I have encountered was just a mirage that would dissipate when I actually reached it.

I am thankful for being creative.  I have been able to create many great ideas this year.

I am thankful for participating in National Novel Writing Month, 58299 words written in ten days.

I am thankful for our neighbors.  Without their kindness we would not have had anything to eat this week, or a turkey for thanksgiving.

I am thankful for all my readers, my business clients, and my associates.  May your thanksgiving be as blessed as ours.

What are you most thankful for?



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Being responsible sometimes means pissing people off.

Good leadership involves responsibility to the welfare of the group, which means that some people will get angry at your actions and decisions. It’s inevitable, if you’re honorable. Trying to get everyone to like you is a sign of mediocrity: you’ll avoid the tough decisions, you’ll avoid confronting the people who need to be confronted, and you’ll avoid offering differential rewards based on differential performance because some people might get upset.

Ironically, by procrastinating on the difficult choices, by trying not to get anyone mad, and by treating everyone equally “nicely” regardless of their contributions, you’ll simply ensure that the only people you’ll wind up angering are the most creative and productive people in the organization.
Colin Powell.


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Procrastination

Procrastination is life’s way of telling you that you hate your work.

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National 100th Anniversary Kick-Off Rally

The BSA PR folks asked me to spread the word about this, so here you go…


Clear your calendar for Dec. 10.
That evening you’ll want to cozy up to your computer for the National 100th Anniversary Kick-Off Rally.

If you aren’t already pumped up for 2010’s yearlong celebration of Scouting, this 30-minute live audiocast is guaranteed to get your heart racing. Tune in by visiting this page and RSVP. Then use that same link to listen to the event on Dec. 10 at:

  • 8-8:30 p.m. (EST)
  • 7-7:30 p.m. (CST)
  • 6-6:30 p.m. (MST)
  • 5-5:30 p.m. (PST)

Chief Scout Executive Bob Mazzuca anticipates that 250,000 volunteers, staff members, Scouting alumni, and parents will listen in from across the United States and around the world.

An impressive lineup of guests will join Mazzuca, including BSA National President John Gottschalk, National Commissioner Tico Perez, and AT&T Chairman, President, and CEO Randall Stephenson, the BSA’s 100th Anniversary Chairman. And after starting the celebration, they’ll all take questions from you and other volunteers.

Submit your questions in advance when you RSVP at the link above.

If you’re looking for a way to pass the time between now and the Kick-Off Rally, check out the 100th Anniversary programs already under way. Click here to see the entire list.

Then, on Dec. 10, switch on your computer and catch some of the energy and excitement at the official opening ceremony of the BSA’s yearlong birthday celebration.


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