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I used foil-wrapped corn in coals in the example but this recipe can work on gas as well. I mention an alternate method (husks on - my preference) that works well for both gas & charcoal grills.
Shuck the corn then wrap each ear individually in foil. * Normally, when I grill foil-wrapped corn in the coals I put butter or olive oil, but not in this recipe - it still turned out great.
OR, you could peel back the husks, remove the silks leaving the husks attached, wash, put husks back over corn & soak in water for 1 hr. This allows grilling above the fire without too much char.
They're cooking! Live fire (in this case with hardwood lump charcoal) is a great way to cook - you can use the coal area as well as the grill grate to cook!
Approx 20-30 mins later they're ready! * time will vary based on heat level and proximity to coals.
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The coop is where your hens will spend at least a third of their lives. It is the first buy you make before getting your birds and is likely to be the biggest investment you make whether you build it yourself or buy one.
If the chickens are not happy they will not use it and will end up roosting outdoors and laying in hedges.
Simplicity is the key, it makes things easy to look after, clean and repair.
This coop above is one of mine, it is made from a modified shed a currently filled with Barnevelder and Welsummer growers.
There are so many options that choosing can seem overwhelming. For urban homesteaders and hobby farmers with small flocks and aesthetic considerations, buying a pre-made coop might make sense.
You should make every effort to keep chickens outdoors, the mess they make indoors is terrible.
For small farmers with a few dozen hens building a coop is a better economic choice.Back to top
Plan your coop:
Check city or council ordinances or town planning regulations - Before you buy your coop and chickens check with your city ordinances to see if your town or council has any restrictions. There has been a lot of urban chicken advocacy with the local foods movement so many towns are becoming accepting of chickens within city limits. You may be limited to six and not allowed to keep a rooster. Some cities need a permit, limit the size of chicken coop or it’s location and appearance.
Everybody wants fresh eggs in a nest every morning.
Go and see someone else setup first. This is by far the easiest way to get an idea of what you are going to need. Do not forget to ask them what they like and do not like about having chickens in their backyards.
Find your local club and join. There are a great many Poultry clubs all over the world and they are not just for fanciers. Find plans and ideas from Facebook groups or the internet.
Smell and cleaning - Chickens can be dirty and smelly and will need cleaning on a regular basis. They poop everywhere and it accumulates. Chickens have a habit of turning areas into dust baths in dry weather and mud holes in wet. They can bring flies and rodents as well if you are not careful.
A simple rule is bigger and better ventilated the better. If you look at this image above of a chicken coop in winter you can see the moisture freeze as it ventilates out of the top.
Where will it go, it will need some protection from the elements especially if you live in a wet, wild and windy spot like I do.
Building a chicken cage takes time, some skills, and a lot of careful planning. Before you start hammering and nailing get some paper and make sure you address everything a chicken needs to stay healthy and safe. The sizes below are smallest sizes and should be bigger especially if birds are kept indoors and not allowed to range or pasture.
Size of Flock – How many birds and what type or size are you wanting.
1. For bantam chickens 1 square foot per bird for inside coop/ 4 square feet per bird in outside run.
2. For laying chickens 1.5 square feet per bird for inside coop/ 8 square feet per bird in outside run
3. For large chickens 2 square feet per bird for inside coop/ 10 square feet per bird in outside run
4. If your birds will be cooped up (pun intended) all winter or all year long aim for 5 to 10 square feet per chicken.
5. If your birds will live in a chicken tractor that moves with them then 5 square feet per chicken is about right.
These are general guidelines. The bigger the chicken, the more space it needs - so meat birds need more space than laying hens, and full grown pullets need more space than baby chicks.
Roosters - Many times roosters are not allowed and unless you plan on breeding you will not need one. They are the noisy and having more than one is like having out of control teenagers around the house. A hen is pretty quiet unless there is a predator or she lets out a cackle as she or another hen lays an egg.
Cockerels can be nice to have around and are stunning to look at but they are hard work.
Portable Chicken Coops - The movable coops are sometimes called chicken arks or chicken tractors. Backyard chicken farmers that are gardeners or interested in permaculture will like this design. The bottomless chicken run is part of the coop and the chickens always have fresh ground. Every few days you can pick up the coop by the handles and drag the coop a few feet. You do not need to clean the run, you move the whole thing.
The hens roost and nest in the waterproof triangle at the top of the ark.
Climate - Consider your climate when selecting a chicken coop. I live in North Yorkshire where it tends to be cold , wet and windy. We also get snow. If you live in a warmer climate, make sure the coop you choose has great ventilation.
Light - The coop will need light. Chickens lay based on daylight. On shorter winter days chickens often slow down or don't lay eggs at all. To lengthen the daylight hours, some chicken farmers will hang a light in the coop. An easier way is to make sure the coop has windows to allow daylight into the chickens. My Spangled Hamburgs (below) have a row of glass panels at chicken height all along the bottom of the shed.
Design - Know what type of chicken coop you'll want. Do you want one that can move around your yard, or do you want a stand alone chicken coop? Both have their advantages. The next step in the guide will give you the details on different types of coop.
All the different types of coop have their advantages and disadvantages, a simple list of the plusses and minuses will help you decide.
Always go for the biggest you can afford and accommodate.Back to top
Chicken coop basics:
Every abode will need certain basics. These are not in any particular order as they are as important as each other.
Size and shape – Each chicken needs at least 2 square feet of indoor space and 6 square feet in an outdoor run.
Durable - Make sure to build it from quality materials. Chickens will lay up to four years of age so they are an investment. Your structure will need to last. Paint or stain on the chicken coop will protect it from weathering.
These type of small mass produced coops are not secure against fox attacks.
Ventilation - Chicken coops need excellent ventilation. Windows, roof vents and exhaust ports. Cool fresh air enters near the base near the top as it warms up. Taller coops will need both top and bottom ventilation points. Certain materials used in construction of chicken sheds may need extra vents. Metal sheds in warm climates for example. Take care not to cause draughts in you shed by avoiding having vents on the windward side.
Roosts – Roosting is important. Chickens will roost at night. As it gets close to dark, chickens will go into the coop and fly or hop onto the perches.. You will notice in the winter months the chickens will move in close together and huddle on the perches and in the summer they will need their space. Make sure there is enough linear space for them to spread out a bit in the summer to regulate their body temperature. It keeps them out of the nest boxes when sleeping and makes it easier to clean up after as the poop falls onto the dropping board. Evidence suggests that chickens which do not roost are more stressed. Provide roosting poles for your girls to sleep on. Roosts need to be 1” to 2" wide with rounded edges. Give birds 10” to 15" of space per bird and 15" between poles for more than one.
Roosts need to be quite strong. A few full grown hens can weigh quite a bit.
Chicken Ramp - A chicken ramp is essential to raised chicken coops. A common chicken injury for heavy or large breeds is leg damage from jumping in and out of the coop. Make sure a ramp provides them a way to walk rather than jumping.
Cleaning - Options for keeping a clean roost area include a slide-out pan or door, a pit, or a flat board that can be removed and scraped.
Easy to clean – A large shed is easy to clean.
Shelter. A coop must keep chickens warm and dry, and thus healthy. Chickens must have access to a shelter and a windbreak (temporary, natural, or permanent) to protect from winter winds. Chickens are pretty versatile in regards to climate. In summer months, they spread their wings, pant, dust in the cool dirt, and find shade to lower their body temperature. In winter months, they will huddle together for warmth.
These are my White Orpingtons in a temporary chicken run made from two ten foot pallets, some four by two, chicken mesh and a tarpaulin. We have had significant bird flu problems in England and I decided to keep mine undercover.
They don't like rain, and will take cover as it starts. Some birds like silkies and frizzles should be kept out of the rain altogether.
Sturdy floor. Split, holey or sagging floors are uncomfortable for the chickens, look unsightly and will let vermin and predators like snakes in.
Dust baths. Areas, where hens can dust bathe, is a nice addition. This can be as simple as a box filled with dirt or sand if there isn't a spot on the floor of the coop. Hens with access to outdoors will find places for their dust baths. In winter, my hens pick a clean spot somewhere in the coop, usually a corner.
Oi! I'm in the bath do you mind!
Protection from predators. Predators are a big problem regardless of where you live. At the very least, the chickens should have a predator-proof shelter at night, when they’re most vulnerable. Chickens are easy prey for Hawks, skunks, foxes, coyotes, raccoons, and dogs. While coyotes may not be common in your neighbourhood, dogs and raccoons can break into backyard and kill chickens. Predator proof means from all sides as well as above and below.
BIG TIP - select the right wire mesh. The holes in standard chicken wire are actually quite large and will only keep the chickens in. Raccoons and foxes can rip through and do some nasty things. I recommend one-half inch square hardware cloth or weld mesh. A safe place can also include underneath the coop which provides shelter from overhead.
Where you live in the world depends on how much work you need to do to keep predators out.
Rodents - The feed will attract rats and mice. Rodents are burrowing creatures, so you need to block them from slipping into the coop from below. If you coop doesn't have a floor, you need to bury small-mesh fencing down into the ground about 12" all around the coop. Rats can gnaw through the wooden sides of a shed with ease. Deal with vermin.
Temperature - chickens are most comfortable when temperatures range between 40 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Extremes of cold and hot can be a real problem. They are more suited to cold weather than hot. Select birds that are suitable for your climate and take advantage of natural resources. I made this mistake years ago when I tried to keep frizzles in the uplands of Yorkshire. In hotter climates provide higher ceilings, extra space, and good ventilation. Chickens can withstand the cold so long as it's not draughty.
Light - Natural or artificial light is necessary for chickens. To little will mean they will not get enough time to eat and drink and will stop laying and even lose condition. I have to admit to being a purist and do not use any artificial light which means my hens go through a moult in November time and stop laying for a month or two afterwards. Avoid using artificial light source at night as it will disturb roosting hens. If you intend to use artificial light then use it to get them up in the morning, never to extend their evenings. At the very least your chicken shed will need a window.
My Barred Plymouth Rocks in a breeding coop.
Surroundings - Good drainage in the outside areas prevents moisture build-up and the ever present pool of mud that most chicken keepers have to deal with. Some keepers install hard surface floors that can be washed or sand or gravel that keeps the birds’ feet clean. Avoid slippery flooring such as tiles and metal, especially for meat birds.
Meat birds like this do not need the long term arrangements of laying hens.
Waterer – Chickens need fresh water at all times and from more than one source. Hang it so that it is 6 to 8” off the ground or attach to the wall at the same height. They are raised up to stop chickens soiling the water with feces. There are a variety of waterers for chicks and chickens, and will depend on your size flock as to what kind of waterer you'll need. With larger flocks it’s convenient to have a 3-5 gallon waterer that automatically refills the watering tray. If you live in a cooler climate, you might want to invest in a heated waterer or a heated mat. Regardless what kind of waterer you choose, make sure they’re easy to clean. Chickens will poop in their water
Feeder - Should hang 6-8" off the ground. Keep off the ground and away from vermin and wild birds. With the bird flu restrictions that have been in place it is a good idea to keep feed away from wild birds as well. Chickens eat laying feed. such as pellets or whole seed alternative.
Nesting Boxes - A 12x12x12 inch box is needed for a chicken to lay her eggs. There should be one nesting box per 3-5 chickens. It should have a lip at the front to contain 1-2 inches of nesting material. This will help prevent eggs from breaking and help keep the boxes cleaner. Overcrowding the hens in the boxes can lead to more hen traffic and they can break their eggs. Nest boxes should be a few inches off the ground but lower than the lowest roosting pole. They should also be dark and a little out of the way to cater to the hen's instinct to lay her eggs in a safe place. Egg breakage can lead to chickens eating their own eggs. Once this starts it is a hard habit to break. The best way to prevent chickens from eating their own eggs is to prevent them from breaking with plenty of nesting space and a cushion of nesting material like wood shavings.
Nesting needs can be supplied in many different ways.
Like the coop, the sides of the attached chicken run, if you have one, should extend 12" into the soil to keep predators and rodents from digging their way in. Once again I recommend weld mesh or half-inch hardware cloth. It's also our strong recommendation that you secure the top of the run with aviary netting or deer netting. This will keep wild birds which can carry communicable diseases out and provide further defence against sly predators.Back to top
Chicken coop Frequently Asked Questions FAQ’s:
Can I use a greenhouse as a chicken coop?
No it gets way to hot in the sun and cold in winter. Chickens are sensitive to heat and will die easily in a greenhouse. I have however used a polytunnel for shelter during the winter. they can eat the pests and fertilise the soil whilst there inside.
Should I heat my coop in winter?
Only if the temperature falls below 0F or you have susceptible birds like frizzles or naked necks
Where’s the best place to put my coop?
Prime position for your coop is somewhere that’s half-shaded, half sunny – so your flock can enjoy the best of both comforts. If you don’t have ready access to shade, you can buy a coop cover or a tarpaulin. Also take into consideration the amount of space outside the coop, if your chickens are free range you want a decent sized area for them to roam around in without feeling crowded by their fellow birds. A claustrophobic chicken is a stressed one, and the more birds you have, the more space you need.
How Big Should Your Coop Be?
Next, figure out the amount of space you need for the number of chickens you have. Think about how many chickens you plan to keep on an ongoing basis. You might want to build on the large side, allowing for new baby chicks or more hens added later.
Most annoying chicken problems like pecking and aggressiveness are cured with more space, so plan for as generously-sized a coop as you can fit or afford.
What foundation should I put the coop on?
If you’ve purchased quite a sizeable coop moving it around can be something of an effort. Set large coops on a concrete slab or solid surface, this makes it impossible for any nasty predators to burrow under and prey on your flock. But as not everyone has a coop sized concrete slab in their yard any flat surface will be more than enough.
What Kind of Coop Do You Need?
The type of coop you choose depends on whether the chickens will live full-time in it, have access to an outside run or larger portions of pasture, or whether it will be a movable coop that can move to fresh ground.
How many kinds of chicken coops are there?
Coops come in all shapes and sizes as well as different materials. What coop you should choose depends on the lifestyle you have planned for your feathered friends. Are they going to be free range chickens wandering outside to their hearts content. If you work 9-5 you’re looking for an option that gives them a decent enclosed grazing space although there are workarounds to keep them in greens. Timber is by far the best and most common building material for a coop. Like any normal house timber keeps the heat inside the coop when its cold outside and keeps it nice and cool on those hot summer days. Decide if you need a movable chicken tractor or a coop that is going to stay in one place all the time.
What is bedding or litter and what should I use for it?
Bedding or litter is the material that you sprinkle over the ground of the coop and their roosting area. You must keep it clean as this is what the chickens use for their toilet. It absorbs any excess moisture which can be a breeding ground for disease.
There are many different options that are used for bedding. The straw types like hemp, wheat or barley straw and then there is wood shavings and hay. Each is effective and easy to get hold of but vary in cost and availability. Sand is effective in the run but consider your budget and the space you need to cover. As long as its easy to dispose of and replenish in the coop.
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Around 20 'enemy fighters' killed in Afghanistan
Afghan and coalition soldiers killed nearly 20 "enemy fighters" in a seven-hour battle in southern Afghanistan.world Updated: Jun 23, 2007 10:14 IST
Afghan and coalition soldiers killed nearly 20 "enemy fighters" in a seven-hour battle in southern Afghanistan that erupted after the troops came under attack, the US-led coalition said on Saturday.
The attackers, who had opened fire with machine guns in the southern province of Kandahar on Friday, had tried to flee but were chased by the troops, it said in a statement.
"Nearly 20 enemy fighters were killed during a seven-hour firefight and there were no Afghan civilian injuries reported," it said.
Several more fighters were killed in the adjoining province of Uruzgan when a battle erupted after troops were shot at with multiple rockets.
The coalition announced separately it had detained 20 militants in an operation early Saturday against Al-Qaeda militants at three compounds in Ghazni province.
At one compound fighters had fired rocket-propelled grenades and machine guns at the coalition forces, who returned fire and killed the assailants, the statement said.
It cited "credible intelligence" as saying the compounds sheltered Al-Qaeda.
The coalition, which led the invasion that drove out the Taliban in late 2001, is focussed on counter-terrorism operations targeted mainly at Taliban fighters and their allies from the Al-Qaeda terror network.
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There are so many great exercises that some of them, unfortunately, can go unnoticed or get left behind.
Today you’re going to see one of my personal favorite, underutilized, single leg exercises.
The lateral lunge.
You’ll also see the many benefits this exercise has to offer, reasons to include it in your program, and several progressions from beginner to advanced variations.
First, let’s kick this off with the demonstration video and then I’ll provide some additional coaching cues and information for proper performance.
The lateral lunge is a terrific exercise because it allows you to work in a different plane of motion than you typically work in most exercises. The majority of exercises we perform involve moving backward and forward, in some form or another via the sagittal plane. Just think about a reverse lunge, rear foot elevated split squat, step up, and even the good ole fashion barbell back squat; all of these exercises take place in the sagittal plane.
The lateral lunge, however, introduces a different plane of movement where you work laterally, or what’s known as working in the frontal plane of movement. I’ve found this exercise useful in managing some SI joint pain I’ve experienced, and while I don’t have any scientific research to prove that this is what has helped me, Dave Dellanave wrote a terrific article about how to manage SI joint pain while lifting. And in that article he says, “If you suffer from SI joint pain, chances are you’ve been locked into the same ranges of motion for too long.”
Even if you don’t have SI joint pain, it’s still a great idea to work various planes of movement for overall health, mobility, and strength. And the lateral lunge is a terrific movement to incorporate into your workout program.
Heck, it could even be used during your pre-workout warm-up, if you prefer.
As explained in the video, the lateral lunge performed with a near full range of motion is a fairly advanced exercise (and that’s why it’s used in the Advanced 16 Week Train to be Awesome Program). That’s also why I recommend most people begin with the assisted variations, as shown in the video.
Begin by going down as far as comfortable and gradually increase the range of motion. When you’re comfortable performing the assisted version with a near full range of motion (your butt doesn’t have to touch your calves; hitting parallel or a bit lower is sufficient), progress to doing them without any assistance.
And finally, once you can perform at least 15 reps per leg with the traditional lateral lunge, you can start adding resistance with dumbbells, a weight vest, or even a barbell.
Now that you know why the lateral lunge is such a great exercise and the benefits it provides, here are the coaching cues to ensure correct performance.
Coaching Cues for the Lateral Lunge
- No matter what variation you perform, from the beginner progression to the advanced version, I recommend maintaining a slight forward lean with the torso; it’s more natural and puts you in a better position to hit the glutes.
- Take a wide step to either side, land softly, and lower under control. The non-working leg should be straight.
- Descend down as far as you comfortably can; you can progress to going lower, gradually, over the course of a few workouts.
- I like to point the toes of my working leg out to the side slightly instead of my foot facing completely forward (you can see this in the video); this just feels more natural. Think of how you position your feet during a squat – the slight angle out to the side is how I position my feet with the lateral lunge.
- Make sure the foot of the working leg remains flat on the ground; don’t raise up on your heel or toes.
- Drive back to the starting position by driving through the foot of the working leg. I like to focus on pushing through the heel and balls of my feet.
- You can either perform them alternating (left leg, right leg, left leg, etc) or do all of the reps on one leg before doing them on the other.
Whether you work out exclusively with bodyweight exercises or you’re looking for a new exercise to include in your program or pre-workout warm-up, give the lateral lunge a try for several weeks.
And as I warned in the video, if you’re performing lateral lunges for the first time, you can expect some soreness in your glutes and inner thighs the next day.
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First, congratulations to Serena, who won the prize package from the Unfortunate Son blog tour. Thanks to all who participated, and happy reading!
Second, over the weekend, we found a new apartment, so my sister and JP Barnaby and I will be moving in March. Woot! (And now: the packing.)
Third, Ms. Barnaby is stranded in Atlanta because of the Chicago blizzard. Every time she comes to Atlanta, Atlanta tries to keep her. It’s okay, really, Atlanta. In a couple of months, she’ll be here for good!
Today I’m over at Prism Book Alliance with a post about secondary characters in Unfortunate Son. There’s also an exclusive snippet from book 2, Wayward Son, which features Cory, Jimmy, and Mikey from book 1 and will be out in just a few months. Be sure to go check it out! 🙂
First, a clarification, because this is important. I saw a comment about this, so I wanted to clarify that the US flag in the cover image for Unfortunate Son is not touching the floor. Travis was standing on a paper background drape for the shoot, and while the flag did touch the paper a few times, it was never on the floor. Travis is a military veteran and I’m the daughter and granddaughter of one, so that’s definitely something we paid attention to.
Moving on… more Unfortunate Son blog tour stops! I’ve been to Andrew Q. Gordon’s with a post on writing to a deadline, The Kimi-chan Experience talking about Atlanta as setting, Grace R. Duncan’s to discuss how “The Hero’s Journey” helped me write Unfortunate Son, and The Blogger Girls to talk about how the progression of same-sex marriage legalization could affect gay romance fiction. (The last post went up early, but better early than never!)
And in other news, I’ve completed the first round of edits on Sons book 2, Wayward Son, and I’m deep into work on book 3, Nobody’s Son. Also, the print version of Butt Babes in Boyland is being finalized, and Butt Riders on the Range (with my story “Faux Cowboy”) is in production with the publisher. Release dates to follow as soon as I have them! 🙂
Saturday evening, I had a real-live-in-person book release party for Unfortunate Son, graciously hosted by Burkhart’s here in Atlanta. My cover model, Travis Irons, was on hand along with his awesome boyfriend, and a bunch of wonderful friends from the area came by. Oh yeah, and I sold some books! 🙂
A few pics from the evening. Wish everyone could’ve been there!
Me with Travis
Another one with Travis. That’s my sister photobombing on the left. LOL
With Travis and his adorable boyfriend Danny
With Danny, friend Teresa, and Travis
Awesome friend J brought me flowers! 🙂
It’s been a busy release week, and it’s not over yet! 🙂
I visited Joyfully Jay on Wednesday with a post about the cover art for Unfortunate Son. Today, I’m at Love Bytes, with an interview of cover model Travis Irons.
I’ll keep updating my blog tour schedule post as new posts go up. Be sure to check them out, because there’s a Rafflecopter giveaway included!
Speaking of Love Bytes, their reviewer Cindy gave Unfortunate Son an awesome 5-star review. Thank you so much!
And, for anyone near Atlanta, tomorrow night I’ll be throwing a book release party and signing at Burkhart’s at Ansley Square. Cover model Travis Irons will be there, and we’ll both be available to sign books. Come on out and say hi!
Yay, it’s out! Unfortunate Son is now available for sale! Buy links (will add others as they come available):
Dreamspinner Press: Ebook Paperback
I’m kicking things off with a bang today. I’ll be at the Dreamspinner Press blog all day, talking about the book and series plans and giving away an ebook copy and a few other goodies. I’ll also be taking over the Dreamspinner Twitter account from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for more shenanigans.
Annnnnnd, I’m starting off my blog tour at The Novel Approach with a post about dealing with change and a brief excerpt from the book. Be sure to check in for a chance to win a $25 Dreamspinner gift certificate, a cover flat signed by both me and cover model Travis Irons, and an ebook from my backlist.
I’m also thrilled to note that I already have some great reviews:
Starred review from Library Journal
4.5 stars from MM Good Book Reviews
4.5 stars from Sinfully Reviews
Starting on Monday, I’ll be embarking on a 10-site blog tour for the release of Unfortunate Son. I’ll be running a Rafflecopter giveaway as part of the tour, and I hope you’ll join in and check out what I have to say about the book. 🙂
January 12: The Novel Approach
January 14: Joyfully Jay
January 16: Love Bytes
January 18: Andrew Q. Gordon
January 20: The Kimi-chan Experience
January 22: Grace R. Duncan
January 24: The Blogger Girls
January 26: Prism Book Alliance
January 28: Vicktor Alexander
January 30: JP Barnaby
My 12 Days of Charity list is complete. If you need last-minute donation ideas, this would be a great place to start!
Amazon and AllRomance buy links are now active for Butt Babes in Boyland (in addition to the direct Wilde City link). So now you can pick up the book with a free ARe code, LOL. (For those wondering, the book will be available in print too, but I don’t know that publication date yet.)
The next butt-thology, Butt Riders on the Range, is in production and will be out in the spring. My story is “Faux Cowboy.”
Did you see the gorgeous cover for my January 12 release, Unfortunate Son?? You can preorder a copy, too!
I’ve just submitted the final manuscript file and a cover art spec sheet for Wayward Son, so that process is moving along. May/June is the release date!
I’m mostly taking Christmas week off. I have one production request to take care of by the end of the weekend, but after that, I’m not worrying about anything writing-related for a week. And I’m teleworking for the day job on Monday and Tuesday, but then I’ll be off for the holiday. Looking forward to the break! 🙂
And we’re up a little early!!
This is a cover reveal two and a half years in the making. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you…
Cover model is Travis Irons. Photography by feedyoureyes.net. Cover design by Paul Richmond of Dreamspinner Press.
Complete book info below!
Sons: Book One
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Release date: January 12, 2015
Five years ago, Evan Day lost his lover in the Afghan sand, and in the fallout, he lost his military career and his family. With help from friends, he reinvented himself as porn star Trevor Hardball, but his scars are hidden, not healed. When Riley Yeats falls into Evan’s lap in a bar, he awakens a part of Evan he’d thought was dead and gone. Evan’s fascinated by the blond and twinky Riley, even though he’s the opposite of Evan’s usual type.
Then Evan’s family reappears his life, and Evan soon learns Riley has his own family-inflicted wounds—ones that make it hard for him to be there for Evan. A disastrous confrontation between Evan and his parents leaves Evan’s mother injured and Evan overcome by anger and fear. Losing his tenuous hold on his emotional control, Evan makes one bad decision after another, but maybe his final fall will be the wake-up call Evan needs to set things right—with his parents, and with Riley.
Preorder links: Ebook and Paperback
For those who missed my celebration on social media, I’ve just signed the contract for Wayward Son, to be published in May/June 2015 by Dreamspinner Press. This will be my third (!!!) novel and is the second in the Sons series, the sequel to Unfortunate Son, which releases on January 12, 2015. Wayward Son is also my first novel-length ménage (M/M/M) story.
Here is the (very, very preliminary blurb):
After his move to Atlanta and away from the influence of his conservative parents, Mikey O’Malley finally feels free to be himself: art student, aspiring animator, and out gay man. He has friends, a new job, and not one, but two men interested in him. Cory Lassiter and Jimmy Black have been a happy couple for years, occasionally bringing a twink into their bed, but only for a brief roll in the hay. When Mikey meets the pair, the attraction is immediate, and it runs three ways. Mikey just can’t believe they’d have room in their lives for a permanent addition.
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Once you've tasted the buttery sweetness of a fresh croissant from a Parisian bakery on a cobblestone corner, once you've smelt the dust in the walls of an ancient church in Lucca, or walked through the green grass in Drogheda, the craving of foreign lands never leaves you. Everything about Europe captures my heart. The streets, the motorinos ignoring traffic laws, the markets, the history, the rooftops ... when I think about it I feel like Anne of Green Gables just bursting at the seams.
When I was going into my sophomore year of high school, my Nonno and Nonna took my family to Italy so we could meet our family and see where they grew up. To say I hated it would be an understatement. I was so upset that my parents were making me leave my friends in the middle of summer to go on a family vacation to a country where I couldn't even talk to my relatives there. I would be missing out on my touring group's performances, afternoons at Wind n Sea, and to make me feel better, the senior I had a crush on (whom, now looking back, I'm pretty sure my parents were glad to get me away from for 3 weeks) made me a mix CD of the most emo songs ever. So I took my converse, studded belt, and Jedidiah t-shirts to Italy with a scowl on my face. But not before I would pass out in the airport from the anxiety I had of flying on planes. Ya ... off to a great start.
About 4 years after my first Italian experience, on the last day possible (in an attempt to escape my woes of a break up) I applied to a study abroad program near Venice, Italy and about 2 months later, I was preparing to get on a plane to live in Italy for 4 months. I couldn't believe it myself. My dad flew with me and we went to visit family first. I had never felt so alone, and so free, on the day he said goodbye to me in my dorm room in Bassano del Grappa. In my 19 years of life, I had never lived away from my parents and now I was about to spend 4 months in a foreign country (where, fortunately, there was no longer a language barrier).
Bassano was a town that even most Italians didn't know existed. The stores closed at 1, opened again at 5, and were always closed on Sundays. We had to walk 20 minutes to get to anything other than the one coffee shop and pizzeria. Students in my program would walk to the nearest club where we were warned that neighboring Slovenians would come to scope out the less discrete American girls. I conveniently left those details out to my parents. Besides, I only went there once.
A few weeks into the program I was feeling more at home and my Italian was becoming so second nature, I never wanted to leave. We went to Venice for Carnevale, Amalfi for Easter, Verona, Sienna, Rome, and Florence for fun. I hiked a mountain with two of my friends and I was so out of shape from all the pizza and wine, I had to tell them to go at their own pace without me and then I proceeded to get totally lost in the mountain mist and I was pretty convinced I was going to die on the mountain. We took at $30 flight to Paris and stayed in a hostel where in the middle of one night a man was hitting our door and yelling something at us in French to which I finally yelled back "I DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU'RE SAYING". That morning when we woke up, an Austrailian girl was also sleeping in our room. Needless to say, my friend and I were ecstatic to take our next $30 flight to Dublin where we stayed with my family friends.
In Dublin, we stayed with the Corcorans who are near and dear to my family's heart. Their son took my friend and me out and when we left the restaurant I forgot my shopping back which had my cell phone. When we went back, everything in the bag was intact except that cheap Nokia phone. My parents still think I lost it on purpose so that they couldn't call me every day to check on me. (It wasn't on purpose Mom, but hey ... we all survived with a few less Skype calls right? ;) )
On the last day, everyone parted ways, and I was at the airport in Milan alone. My flight didn't leave until the next morning and instead of getting a hotel, I slept on the airport floor on top of one bag and the others wrapped in my arms because that's what college students do.
To this day, I am still filled with anxiety about the thought of getting on long flights (although I'm proud to say I have more self-control and resist passing out). But my longing for Europe is more reminiscent of my time spent alone there and not when I was in high school and had zero appreciation for the magic. After studying abroad, I had the opportunity to visit my best friend in Paris while she was working there and it completely redeemed my first experience in that city. We ate the best falafel, tromped around Montmartre, and hung out in famous cemetaries because why not?
For our year anniversary, Jon and I spent 3 weeks in Europe and I was so excited to re-experience all the cities I love with my husband. We ate the most incredible food, stumbled upon jazz bands playing in the piazza, got lost looking for our Airbnb's, had massive Irish breakfasts made by Betty, sat by the Eiffel Tower in the rain and in cafes on the corner for hours. When I'm walking the streets in Europe, I feel the way I feel when I get to spend time in a bookstore alone. I feel so at rest, but so alive. It feels like I'm in a movie. All the cliches are true to me. Someday, I hope to spend a few months living in Italy with my family. Maybe I'll be lucky enough to be Frances in Under the Tuscan Sun and just buy a villa and write my days away.
Life certainly changes with kids. I know that's not news, but the wanderlust never goes away. I also know that if we are lucky enough we'll get to explore the world with our kids! Having Brighton doesn't mean we are bound to never see a thing again, we just know it looks different now. Planning a trip requires a little more effort, a little more money, and a little more determination to deal with the downsides of traveling with kids (jet lag, strollers, that kind of stuff). Wanting to explore somewhere new sometimes means adjusting our expectations and taking a more local trip while we wait for the perfect time for that big Europe trip again. I'm learning contentment through being a mother; contentment for what we have currently been blessed with and learning to not constantly be searching for more. Present and grateful. I have so much to be grateful for and the fact that I can say I've been to Europe FOUR times in a huge blessing and if I never get to go again, I can still say I'm lucky. So for now, I'll read books and watch movies and transport myself to the most magical of cities that I have been to and have yet to see.
Need some books to read to transport you to another place? I just finished reading the first two below and goodness gracious they were refreshing, adventurous, encouraging, and both fueled and subdued my current wanderlust. The 3rd pick is one of my all-time favorites.
At Home in the World by Tsh Oxenreider
Four Seasons in Rome by Anthony Doer
A Moveable Feast by Ernest Hemingway
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Having an opportunity to make this film has been an unbelievable gift.
Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) November 11, 2014
Set sail for the throwback adventure of the year as Giant Flick Films proudly announces ‘Sinbad: The Fifth Voyage’ (2014) premiering on Home VOD December 2nd, 2014.
Written, directed, and starring Persian-American actor Shahin Sean Solimon, Sinbad - narrated by the inimitable Patrick Stewart (X-Men : Days of Future Past) – is a crowd-pleasing throwback to the classic adventure yarns of yesteryear. When the Sultan’s first-born daughter, Princess Parisa, is abducted by an evil sorcerer, Sinbad is tasked with traveling through a desert of magic and mythical creatures to save her. He must defeat the Cyclops, the Goliath Crab, and the legendary Rok Bird to escape with their lives.
Sinbad: The Fifth Voyage utilizes the old school 'Stop Animation” practical VFX, combined with live action, such as in the Ray Harryhausen style ‘Seventh Voyage of Sinbad’ movies, yet using modern day technology to enhance them.
“It’s been a childhood dream of mine to be able to play this character," says Solimon, who plays Sinbad. “This is a live-action version of it – not a cartoon version of it – and it’s a very serious version.”
“Having an opportunity to make this film has been an unbelievable gift, and there is much more film making that we are planning to do, bringing these wonderful stories back." adds the actor and filmmaker.
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In the past month, Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT), one of the largest producers of semiconductor chip-manufacturing equipment, has surged over 10% following positive earnings growth and news of its pending merger with Tokyo Electron. Overall, 2014 has been a disappointing year for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, with ASML Holding NV, a large manufacturer of photolithographic devices, reporting earnings significantly below estimates. In addition, three of the largest customers in this industry, Samsung, Intel, and Taiwan Semiconductor, announced that their year-over-year chip capital expenditures would stay constant from 2013 to 2014. Despite slowing industry growth in 2014, Applied Materials seems well-positioned for future success.
Applied Materials has four different business segments that generate revenue: silicon systems group, applied global services, display, and energy and environmental solutions. Silicon systems group, which researches, builds, and sells equipment for integrated circuit manufacturing, is its largest source of revenue, generating 64% of total revenue in 2013 and 2012. The silicon systems group creates a diverse range of devices for many complex steps in the fabrication of semiconductor chips such as etching, deposition, and ion implantation. Most of its competitors in these fields are smaller, more specialized companies that only focus on making devices for a single step in the production process.
The applied global services division helps companies create integrated systems for the entire semiconductor chip-manufacturing process, along with automation software and maintenance of existing equipment. In 2013, this segment of Applied Materials accounted for 27% of the company's total revenue.
Applied Materials' display segment creates equipment to manufacture LCD and OLED screens. This segment's total revenue has remained rather constant at around 7% over the past few years, due to decreasing popularity of LCD TVs. However, Samsung, one of Applied Materials' largest customers, has introduced a curved OLED TV that will require many new systems to efficiently increase production, especially if these TVs grow in popularity.
The final 2% of Applied Materials' revenue comes from the energy and environmental solutions segment, which manufactures and sells equipment used to produce semiconductors for solar panels. This segment once accounted for around 20% of the company's revenue and has the potential to grow again, in light of recent announcements by several large companies, including Google and Walmart, of plans to purchase solar technology.
Applied Materials consistently increased spending on research and development year after year, most recently spending $1.38 billion in 2013, and is on track to spend over $1.4 billion in 2014. Although this is approximately 15%-20% of net sales -- a very significant portion -- it ensures that Applied Materials will remain at the technological forefront with every product it offers. Companies with plans to make semiconductor products can purchase almost all the equipment needed from Applied Materials, who will set up the whole system to run as an automated unit. This benefits customers and provides Applied Materials with very large orders.
Tokyo Electron merger
Applied Materials' merger with Tokyo Electron will provide the combined companies with a 25% market share, giving them an edge over small and highly specialized competitors. The merger will also allow the companies to combine their product lines, giving customers more options to find the optimal product for their specific needs. In addition, the two companies' combined research and scale should allow them to be forerunners in the newest lines of semiconductors and create ways to efficiently manufacture smaller, faster devices.
Customers and demand
Applied Materials is growing its customer base while maintaining the loyalty of its largest clients. Although its three largest customers, Samsung, Intel, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, have kept spending on chip manufacturing equipment flat, Applied Materials has been able to increase revenue by 19% quarter over quarter in 2014 due to growth in orders from smaller customers. In addition to growing revenue from orders, Applied Materials' order backlog increased almost 50% from 2012-2013, growing to $2.3 billion and guaranteeing at least that much revenue for the next 12 months.
Over the last few years, Applied Materials has shown steady growth and established good relationships with many large customers while continuing to develop new and improved products. Applied Materials' large line of integrated circuit equipment has allowed it to provide companies with full systems for semiconductor chip manufacturing. As integrated circuits improve, the manufacturing process will become more complex and specialized, which will compel companies to buy new Applied Materials products if they wish to continue manufacturing state-of-the-art chips.
Between high research and development spending and a merger with Tokyo Electron, Applied Materials will be able to continue producing high-quality devices for its expanding customer base, making the stock an appealing buy. Of course, it does not come without risk, as Applied Materials' success is dependent on the success of Intel, Samsung, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company.
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I am 62 yrs old and unfortunately been in several accidents,but I have never had a experience with an auto body shop more pleasant. Everything from the time I dropped off my truck went smoothly, and the cleanliness of my truck was incredible, kudos to whoever did that. And the rest of the staff as well.
Vehicle Make : Mitsubishi
My car looks like a brand new car, the staff was prompt, nice and the most organized place I have ever been! I am speechless I am so thrilled with the way my car looks and the staff!!!
Vehicle Make : Volkswagen
I am pleased with the results of my car and it was very clean when I picked it up. Thank you! The reason I was not completely satisfied was my experience with the lady who answered the phone...on two occasions. Her customer service was lacking and I was debating whether or not to do business with your company as a result. If it weren't for that I would've been completely satisfied. Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback.
There was small part which has not been repaired. When I said why it was not repaired, I was told that it was damaged by another accident. Which is not completely true.
Also I see still there is a gap in the joint, not matching with the passenger side.
Everyone that helped me at your establishment was extremely cordial and extra helpful. Stephanie dealt with most of my experience there and she was amazing on top of it and able to answer all of my questions . There is one other woman in the office, I'm not sure what her name was but she was so wonderful as well . I appreciate everything you guys did for me and will definitely recommend you to other people . My car looks great! Excellent staff. I will reccomend Abra!
I need to have a conversation
I will always bring my car to Abra. Jennifer is awesome. The person who worked with me, not so much.
Excellent customer service. Received repair updates regularly and the completed job was five star. Thank you.
Great experience! Kept me informed along the way.
Vehicle Make : Volkswagen
They were great, in constant communication and did a great job on my car. Altogether an easy experience. Much thanks!
My car looks good as new! Thank you for taking care of us!
Excellent workmanship, friendly people and fast work completed. I will recommend them to any one that needs body work done. Thank you for giving me back my beautiful car all clean & shiny.
Did a great job and worked very quickly
Great service, very convenient!! Thank you!
It was done well, I was kept informed which I really liked and the service to the vehicle was very professional.
Great place!! Great job!! Everything was perfect.
Great service and updates
My car looks like new, which is no small fear as it is a 2007 Mazda. Everyone was great and called me just to let me know how my car was doing.
Customer Service was excellent. I felt completely at ease that I would get great service from ABRA from the professional care i received when I pulled my car in. I have passed on my recommendation to my son.
Communication was excellent and the customer service was top notch. Well done all around on my car and my service.
My car came back looking better than ever - Outside and inside!
Also- Tiffany was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was very knowledgeable and professional. She answered all my questions and kept me updated throughout the entire process.
There is a deep scratch in the left rocker panel from the accident. It is unclear to me why this panel was not evaluated and replaced. I am disappointed that the car will have to return to the shop to deal with this obvious issue from the accident.
You guys are just fantastic.
Under promise and over deliver - under budget and before promised time
Tiffany is just great to deal with.
Keep up the great work
I will highly recommend ABRA to anyone. Especially the location on ****in Ladue, Mo.
I will be bringing my car up there tomorrow it doesn't seem like they put care into the workmanship they did. I wasn't able to see it with the rain and not good lighting but I will address it tomorrow morning.
Everything was great! Fast and friendly peeps here at Abra!
This is my second time coming to Abra, I had another little mishap, a very good shop. They checked my car over, kept in contact with me by text throughout the repair process. The people in the shop were very cordial, nice.
Very friendly and efficient staff.
Excellent work. I will recommend highly to others. Staff was very pleasant as well.
Excellent in every way. Thank you!
This is the best service I've had in a long time!!
Tiffany was a great help!
The most excellent service I have ever had. Very professional, organized and a flawless process. I would refer others in a heartbeat! Great place!
The staff was courteous and my car was completed fast a and the work met with my satisfaction
Kept me updated and walked me through the process the whole way! Thank you for making it an easy experience!
I appreciate the regular updates on the repairs which were very timely. The facility was pristine and the company's representative was very informative and helpful. My car came back in beautiful condition.
I am very impressed with your service.
I was most worried about the paint color, but it matched perfectly with the rest of the car, so thank you!
I would rate 11 out of 10 if I could! Great, fast service and my car looks fabulous.
Vehicle Make : Range Rover
Great experience! This is the second vehicle I have had repaired here and both have been tremendous experiences. The work is top notch, the people are great to deal with, excellent communication and extremely fast turn around. I will be back for any future repairs needed!
The communication was amazing! I really appreciated knowing exactly what was going on and where you were in the process. I also loved my clean car! Thank you!!
It was a great job. It literally looked like a new car. I was even wondering if you guys were going to clean out my car, I was just never sure. But when I saw that you did I was so happy. I'm just so happy to have my car back and looking amazing
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
The service and communication was excellent
There is still a knocking noise, worse than before the car was fixed. ????
Unfortunately, this was the second time I have been in need of your services. (I have 2 teenage sons who drive.) I really appreciate how easy you make everything. Having my insurance man on property and Enterprise Leasing right down the road is a great set up. I hope to never need to bring a car there again but if I have to I'm sure I will be just as pleased with the work as I have been in the past. Thank you.
The team was very professional and courteous. I appreciated the daily updates regarding the repairs on my vehicle. Also, they cleaned, vacuumed, and washed my car, which I did not expect, but it was definitely appreciated. In the future, I will take my car to Abra for any future repairs or services needed.
Job well done in only a couple of days.
Everyone was kind and professional and made me completely happy and comfortable leaving my car to get fixed! Great employees!
Loved the text and call updates!
Your service exceeded my expectations, from start to finish.
Abra did an amazing job in my auto repair and did so in two days! Although it was minor work, I was blown away at quickly they work. Mark and Tina were refreshingly pleasant to work with. Very competent people on staff.
Vehicle Make : Mini Cooper
Great experience. Nice to get frequent progress reports.
My experience was great! My car was done faster than expected and everyone was very nice. I asked them to call my dad instead of me for some things and they did that but they remembered to call me to tell me that the car was done. Overall everything was very good.
the repairs were extremely quick and the costumer service was excellent, thank you so much for making the process so much easier!
Vehicle Make : Volkswagen
Did a great job and got my car back in the timeframe I needed.
Everybody was very professional very kind and I would give them a 10
Very professional team. Work was of quality, done quickly, and communication was consistent throughout.
Everyone was friendly and professional.
Car radio is not working after hood repair
I feel like the customer service rep did not due a thourough job of giving me expectations and understanding of the process. I had never used ABRA before and was unsure of what their normal procedures were. It seemed to take a very long time for my car to get fixed and I had to keep asking tons of questions to get any idea of what was going on with my car.
Thank you so much it was a painless experience
The speed and quality of my repair work can only be described as EXCELLENT! My expectations of how flawlessly the repairs were done blew me away. You can not even tell my car was hit! I am amazed by how great the paint job is! I had to ask how they achieved the exact color of my car. I thought maybe they just painted the entire car, but they had not! Also I was so happy that the entire job of replacing my bumper & trunk door was all finished in 5 days! I dropped off my car on Monday & picked it up 1st thing Saturday morning! Outstanding! And I truly appreciated the daily progress texts! It let me know they cared about getting my car back to me as much as I wanted it back! Superb service!!
Great customer survive from Tim Harris!
It was easy to take care of.. The receptionist was especially nice.. Car looks great, and it was washed and vacuumed which I didn't expect.. Thanks
You guys did a great job and I really appreciate how easy it was
I'm completely thankful for the nice work you all did on my Ford cloud that's her name. again thank you for the excellent repairs
Great customer service! Kept me up to date and informed through out the process. Loved the texts that kept me informed. Would definitely recommend ABRA to others.
the services were excellent and I would recommend anyone I know to use your facilities Thanks so much you do a beautiful job
They did an awesome job with my car. It was finished in a timely fashion and the workmanship was great
Estimator made unacceptable errors on the initial estimate that caused the final price [at completion] to substantially increase. The final cost was 33% higher than initial estimate. Customer fully understands the terms [subject to change] and [reasonable increases in cost estimates], but any and all changes to the initial estimate were not communicated to the customer by Abra until the process was completed.
Job well done! I was guided seamlessly through the process (dropped car off, signed paperwork, rental car waiting). I received status updates via phone calls and texts, so it was great knowing that additional info. Very quick turnaround time as well. My car was repaired over a weekend. Impressed with the quality of work. Greatly appreciated!
I appreciated the extra mile they went to help set me up with a rental car. The continual text updates were great. My vehicle was also ready quickly and that was awesome.
I appreciate the timely and detailed updates regarding the repair of my vehicle. Thank you!
I was definitely satisfy with the amazing quality of work and customer service that was provided. My car looks amazing I couldn't be no happier with the quality that was provided. Car looks brand-new look like the exit it never happened. I would definitely recommend you guys to everybody!!!!!!! Thank you guys it Abra a ****,000,000%!!
Awesome great job on the repairs.
Everyone wad very polite and accommodating!
Great work, great job! Cara (Kara?) went above and beyond to take care of my car! Thanks great job!
I loved the communication from the staff. The turn around time was great!
Absolutely wonderful.... Keeping me informed, very quick, very friendly.. Thank you
Over the top customer service. I have no complaints or issues. Looking forward to doing business again.
Communication was awesome. I received status updates every other day and when I picked up the car, the staff walked through everything that was done. Very professional.
Probably not the best person to be asking this
We had a few issues and had to bring the vehicle back two times and there were multiple delays on parts. The team kept us informed and answers all our questions
Very professional service, the detailing is a great benefit
This Clayton Missouri team is Amazing! Kept me up to date, no surprises, kept their word, done on time. Offered services but never pushed. I will use them again and refer them to everyone.
ABRA is great. I would definitely use them again. I just wish it didn't take so long to get an apppointment.
Quick and thorough service!
I think you all are great. You all made my experience enjoyable.
The staff was wonderful, abs very attentive. Couldn't have had a better experience.
Nothing to add. Stephanie, Tina and Charles were all great. Thank you
Keep up the outstanding work!!
Vehicle Make : Volkswagen
Abra not only kept me updated throughout the whole process but finished it in under the estimated completion time. 5 stars.
Amazing!! The customer service was beyond compare. I truly never expected to have such a positive experience.
Very satisfying experience. Kept me very aware of the progress. Will highly recommend your company to oth err rs
Girls were very helpful and friendly
Amazing job, car looks great! Very impressed with whole experience. Everyone was very courteous and professional.
Great service. Very timely.
Everybody was kind and courteous and I appreciate them cleaning the inside of my car as well. Thank you very much.
I am really happy with my experience with Abra. I was happy to have my car back so quickly! I appreciate that you took the time to vacuum the inside floor--it needed it!
I liked how friendly and compassionate the staff was. I also appreciated being kept up to date via text messages and email. Much more convieniant. Thanks!
Excellent job on work. Staff Very Helpful,Tina was very pleasant and helpful. Great all around staff.
I rate your work At.
100% happy with work done and service staff
Vehicle Make : Volkswagen
Thank you for the awesome work!! :)
Too many text messages, otherwise, fine...
I asked for several things when I dropped my car off. Updates on its repair and estimates on other body work. I received no communications except for text messages that contained only general information but no details.
amazing... Just amazing. The lovely ladies in the office were very easy to talk to. I love the great job the body shop dudes did on my vehicle. I love the regular texts on how the car was coming along. If I ever had an accident again I will be definetly coming back to u all! Thanks again!
Everything was very professional . I never doubted that my repairs would be handled to my satisfaction.
Your team did an outstanding job. The work was well done. The job was done sooner than I expected. Also, it was quite a nice surprise to find the inside of my car detailed. That was a wonderful cherry on top of the ice cream.
For what was charged, wasn't a quality job at all. Can still see where the paint job wasn't fully fixed. Not sure where 1200 was spent. Not satisfied.
It was timely and well-done. No complaints at all.
None everything went smoothly
Excellent customer service and quality work. VERY satisfied.
They did an excellent job on my car and they kept me very well informed as to status throughout the process.
I had to use you guys three times in a row. Every time the work was done excellently and everyone in the office was really awesome and helpful.
Almost home from picking up the car, there was the loud sound of something dragging under the car. My husband brought it back & waited while it was "fixed". Later same day (Saturday), the family is on the highway w/the car & it happens again! Scary on the shoulder w/my husband under the car to determine if the car is being damaged! Your place is closed & now we have to wait til Monday, not able to drive it, to bring it back. Huge inconveniences!!! Huge waste of our time at a very busy time w/ work!! There should be monitory compensation to us for all the wasted time and unsafe driving caused by work done incorrectly - TWICE!!!!
Thanks. Appreciate the great communication. Truck looks amazing.
They were professional and quick. Two thumbs up.
Everything went smoothly. The partnership with Enterprise helped me out A LOT. I was kept informed and everyone was very kind/helpful throughout the entire process.
Really appreciate the frequent communication, Friendly customer-oriented attitude, and that they completely cleaned the inside of my car even though when I dropped it off, it was embarrassingly cluttered and in desperate need of a vacuum! That was more than I expected and made for a very nice pleasant drive home :)
Thank you for the quick friendly service
Great and quick experience
Short story- Blaming me for not asking when the shop closed when I was going to pick up my car. Then the manager telling me what to tell State Farm so 'her girls' wouldn't be blamed. Net result- I missed 3 hours of work to pick up my fixed car and it was my fault. | <urn:uuid:4b46cfad-3792-4d7d-94ae-e3ce0ecfd830> | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | https://www.autobody-review.com/shop/20337/abra-auto-body-glass-clayton | 2017-04-23T09:53:12Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917118519.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031158-00275-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.985316 | 5,062 |
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Following a £120,000 extension and refurbishment in December 2009, the Greatham (pronounced: gret ham) Village Hall offers you a superb facility for virtually every kind of event, activity and function.
The Hall sits prominently in the middle of the village, only half a mile from two junctions of the A3 London to Portsmouth road, about midway between Haslemere and Petersfield.
Greatham is a fine historic Hampshire village situated in wonderful rolling countryside within the newly formed South Downs National Park. The village is listed in the 1089 Domesday Book, it has a 16 building Conservation Area and at its heart stands a splendid lofty-spired Victorian church.
The Village Hall consists of a Main Hall, Stage area, Committee Room, Kitchen/Bar, full disabled access and disabled WC, car parking and a large mowed grass field.
Adjacent to the Village Hall and Playing Fields is a Children's playground with swings, climbing frame, and zip slide. This equipment is owned and maintained by Greatham Parish Council.
Also there is a youth sized, white lined soccer pitch (goal nets and corner flags and even footballs (you will need to pump them up!) can be provided).
"We used this hall for our wedding reception and have continued to use it for hundreds of different things since"
— Ken C
"Nice traditional village hall."
— Rob Hinson
"A versatile, well equipped hall"
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Published by Jon on December 19th, 2010 in Debian
When I first started using Debian properly, I played with
pinentry but I didn’t really understand the various bash initialisation scripts, and my botched setup annoyed me so much I disabled it again quite quickly (for example, if I left the machine logged in to GDM at home then logged in through SSH, pinentry dialogs stayed in GDM and had to be killed).
Now I’ve finally had time to get it sorted out, and this is part aide-memoire and part idiot check (hello, lazyweb). The brief:
gpg-agentshould take care of both GPG keys and SSH keys, transparently;
pinentryshould ask with
pinentry-gtk2at home, or at the current SSH session remotely;
- nothing should be left lying around after a session.
I assume appropriate packages are already installed – at a minimum,
gpg-agent and whichever
pinentry you prefer.
gpg-agent drops a hook into
/etc/X11/Xsession.d, but now there are both
ssh-agent running. Disable
ssh-agent because we’re going to let
gpg-agent take care of everything: in
/etc/X11/Xsession.options, comment out the line use-ssh-agent. In
/etc/X11/Xsession.d/90gpg-agent, add the –enable-ssh-support parameter so the STARTUP variable looks something like:
STARTUP="$GPGAGENT --daemon --sh --enable-ssh-support --write-env-file=$PID_FILE $STARTUP"
and also disable ssh in
$ gconftool-2 --set -t bool /apps/gnome-keyring/daemon-components/ssh false
Now (after restarting your X session) you can use ssh-add to import a key into
gpg-agent, and you should see a pinentry dialog asking for a password.
That takes care of X sessions, but it won’t work for SSH. This is where the different bash login scripts matter:
~/.bashrc is run for all non-login shells (that is, ones spawned from e.g.
~/.profile is only run for login shells (that is, ones where you have to authenticate, such as SSH connections). So, at the bottom of
~/.profile, we just start another
gpg-agent who doesn’t know about X:
eval $(gpg-agent --enable-ssh-support --daemon)
After restarting your SSH session and triggering a key operation, like signing a document,
pinentry-curses should ask for your passphrase at the SSH shell and not leave dialogs stranded in the X session.
Finally, that second agent shouldn’t be left hanging around after we’ve finished, or there’ll be hundreds of them soon. Fortunately, the PID is recorded in the environment variable
GPG_AGENT_INFO, but parsing that is a bit awkward when it’s also recorded alone in
SSH_AGENT_PID. So in
~/.bash_logout, we just
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Just as the weather changes rapidly, so does the business climate. Today we are in the midst of one of the most transitional periods in the history of global economics. Business tycoons like Bill Gates, Warren Buffett and Richard Branson are giving away most of their fortunes for the greater good, and billionaires like Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg are following suit with major philanthropic initiatives.
Why is philanthropy such an important factor in the future of successful businesses? Philanthropy creates more than just goodwill—it promotes and shapes company values, which in turn makes a company more desirable and socially conscious to potential investors, employees, and customers. Blending philanthropy with your business model is truly a win-win. Here are five reasons why giving back will yield better business results:
1. Philanthropy is Great R&D
In an article written by Doug Conant, Chairman of Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP), he makes a strong case for philanthropy producing some of the best research and development data for a company.
For instance, the British telecom giant, Vodafone, created a program for mobile banking services in collaboration with the U.K. government for a charity program in Kenya. Without having to take a huge financial risk by starting the program without social proof, Vodafone’s program proved mobile banking was a viable need in Kenya, and therefore spurred a new market for their company.
2. Philanthropy Creates a More Engaged Workforce
Corporations and even small businesses who add goodwill and investment back into their communities receive better dividends than just profit. They solidify their business in the community with a stronger, more qualified workforce, who in turn are invested in having their job truly make a difference in the world.
Michael E. Porter, a professor at Harvard Business School, writes that charitable donations and social programs are essential to the long-term success and competitiveness of a business.
The community around a business can be enhanced through charitable resources including funding, education, and other initiatives. This not only improves the lives of a company’s employees, but gives them more incentive to stay. The company is also enhanced, by showing itself as an innovative team player that cares about more than just the bottom line.
3. Philanthropy Builds Business Trust
One way to solidify your company’s future place in the market is through targeted community outreach in areas of need. By lending resources and being an active participant in creating a better community, you will not only grow respect from your employees and the surrounding community, but also from potential clients, who will want to do business with a proactive and ethical company. Facebook took this approach by improving the local community of Menlo Park, CA, by cleaning up areas and even donating $120 million to the city’s education system.
4. Philanthropy Provides Greater Job Satisfaction
Studies show that the rate of job satisfaction increases when an employee feels like they can actually make a difference. Having a content workforce that cares about what they’re doing will generate more productivity, innovation, and general content among your employees, especially millennials.
As Harvard professor Michael Porter wrote, a business’s competitiveness relies on several factors, including: employees’ productivity, safety, health, good housing, and a sense of motivation with opportunity. By improving a community and giving employees a sense of purpose, philanthropic initiatives will actually improve productivity in your employees.
5. Philanthropy is Great PR
Philanthropy’s positive impact on the community, the employees, and even the leaders of the business, is an amazing feat for building a sustainable and productive business. Beyond strengthening your community and conducting important research & development, you’re also solidifying brand awareness through your good deeds. To thrive in the global marketplace, companies must be global minded.
Shaun Walker is the Creative Director and Co-Founder of HEROfarm, a marketing agency in New Orleans. He talked with Forbes about the rise in HEROfarm’s name recognition and increased revenue every year that they’ve done pro bono work for the community. Not only has Walker’s company become a pillar in the New Orleans community, but they’ve also increased their profits every year by just giving back.
The Bottom Line
Philanthropy will do a lot more for your business than just grow your profit margins. From fostering greater job satisfaction to improving the community around you, philanthropy simply makes sense from a business perspective. This is your chance to build a legacy of ethical corporate social responsibility. | <urn:uuid:325345ed-1326-4b1d-bbf1-b8acb8d689a4> | CC-MAIN-2019-47 | http://daverocker.org/5-reasons-business-philanthropy-go-hand-in-hand/ | 2019-11-20T05:56:59Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496670448.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20191120033221-20191120061221-00095.warc.gz | en | 0.945126 | 947 |
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A/W 13 Stella Mccartney ad campaign
The camapign shot by Mert and Marcus, starring Chiharu Okunugi and Suvi Koponen.
One of the best ad campaigns so far. It is contemporary yet surreal. Stella always knows how to bring the real boy-meets-girl coolness. She made oversize, cocooning cuts her trade mark.
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For fans of Allison Brennan and Karen Rose comes Carey Baldwin, a daring new name in suspense, with the story of a serial killer out for blood—and the only woman who can stop his reign of terror.
They say the Santa Fe Saint comes to save your soul—by taking your life.
Newly minted psychiatrist Faith Clancy gets the shock of her life when her first patient confesses to the grisly Saint murders. By law Faith’s compelled to notify the authorities, but is her patient really the Saint? Or will she contribute to more death by turning the wrong man over to the police?
Faith is going to need all her wits and the help of a powerful adversary, Luke Jericho, if she’s to unravel the truth. But she doesn’t realize she’s about to become an unwitting pawn in a serial killer’s diabolical game. For once he’s finished with Faith, she’ll become his next victim.
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WAILUA — Kauai police arrested a 45-year-old Kapaa man caught reportedly trying to steal copper pipes from the Coco Palms property in Wailua Wednesday afternoon.
David Byers was arrested for second-degree criminal trespass and theft of copper, a Class C felony.
Officers responded to a report of a suspicious person on the property about 1 p.m. Byers was found pushing a wheelchair with a 33-gallon trash bin filled with a large amount of copper pipes.
Byers was arrested and booked after police confirmed he didn’t have permission to be on the private property or to take the copper pipes.
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…the saying goes, must come to an end.
So goes the summer of 2012.
One sure sign of summer’s end is retrieving one or more kids from Roads End Farm, the summer camp they both love. As ever, much fun was had. We’ve found there’s a direct correlation between how dirty they are at pick-up, and how great the summer was. Let’s just say that this year we transported a little ball of filth with a big smile. Here’s that same smile, up on Yuma.
Dante, star of the pix below was having a bad leg day, and was returned to the paddock rather than being pressed into service:
That’s Sue in the background, riding instructor extraordinaire. However you’ll note that Dante is sporting a fashion accessory. It was a very fly-filled season, and to give the horses some relief, they have been wearing fly bonnets. However in the farm’s price range for pre-made, they only come in one-size-fits-all. I don’t have a shot of Elliot, REF’s largest horse, but at well over 16.5 hands, he towers over the farm’s 76-horse mostly Morgan herd. Stock fly bonnets would not fit him – not easily. So I made him one, custom:
He was turned out to graze the morning we visited, otherwise I’d have a shot of the thing being modeled. I used the crochet pattern from Nordic Mart, picking up stitches after the crochet was done to knit the ear socks. I used some old Austermann Record 210 remnants and a size 4mm (US G) hook, approximately 4 skeins total. | <urn:uuid:ab5fff7c-3641-46c2-bdd4-95b9d9b14d18> | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | https://string-or-nothing.com/category/project-crochet/fly-bonnet/ | 2020-08-07T01:19:48Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439737050.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20200807000315-20200807030315-00430.warc.gz | en | 0.96284 | 371 |
SOUTH AFRICA 2019
First Meetings and Pre Event Motorbike Tour With Ken Brough
The first part of the Lifestyle Galaxy 2019 annual international event was held in Cape Town, South Africa on August 24th 2019.
During the pre-event registration, our friends and members met each other and discussed many exciting topics, including Master Influencer. We also had a chance to see the amazing Lifestyle Galaxy-branded racing formula. The one that our very own Jean Maurien has driven to complete his 50th year of Formula racing with a double championship! You can read more about it here.
Ken Brough, CEO of Lifestyle Galaxy, hosted an exciting Motorcycle Tour in and around Cape Town four days prior to the annual Lifestyle Galaxy International Conference in Cape Town. You can read more about it here.
2019 Main Event
This year, the content of the main event has been shifted from celebration to more intense focus on supercharging consistent residual compensation for our membership. This is was a State of the Company meeting. It included never-before seen evergreen products and services designed to produce maximum CV in the tree as well as consistent retail sales.
The Board of Directors including Ken Brough CEO, Randy Prince CFO and David Martin CVO/CTO presented a variety of “good news” updates as well as brand new ways for the membership to create more consistent residual income than ever before. The event was also used to set and present the direction for the rest of 2019 and 2020.
Donation to Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation
At Lifestyle Galaxy we believe in the love of giving and Making the World a Better Place.
It was exciting to be part of the special Wine Bid where showcased Jean Maureen on the Wine bottles for his many accomplishments over the last several years and especially his 50th year of Formula Racing. Sharing joy while being able to help ones in need was an amazing experience for everyone. Helen Fraser, Operations Director of NCCF, one of our guest speakers was able to experience that blessing as the raised funds from the Wine Bid, auctions and donations were given to Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation. We hope for many similar events in the future. | <urn:uuid:ecf9ff7e-8232-47e7-b787-7227418ec84a> | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | https://lifestylegalaxyevents.com/main-events/south-africa-2019/ | 2020-08-07T15:57:46Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439737204.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20200807143225-20200807173225-00430.warc.gz | en | 0.969858 | 454 |
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Time outs can be an effective form of discipline for your children. Time outs give the child an opportunity to think about what they have done. They also give everyone a little "cooling off" period before problems can escalate. Give your child one minute of time out for every year old they are.
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Every year, many people give birth to children all around the world. Some of them have had parenting experience before, while other are new parents, having a child for the first time and need some guidance. If you are a new parent in need of guidance, the parenting tips in the following article should help you.
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Try to make sure that you never force a child to eat. If it is mealtime and they simply refuse, accept that and offer up nutritious foods when they do become hungry. If a child is truly hungry, he will eat what you put in front of him.
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Plymouth Wild Church
Plymouth Wild Church is part of the Forest Church movement
“Could now be the moment for ‘Forest’ churches to grow?”
A article by the Environmental Engagement Officer in the Gloucester Diocese, Reverend Cate Williams. She explains why Forest Church could see growth during and beyond the Covid-19 pandemic. 18/03/2021
In 2020, many who had never thought of taking outdoor worship seriously were inspired to give it a go, prompted by safety considerations around gathering indoors. Worshipping outdoors isn’t however simply a response to the pandemic, there has been a growing movement towards outdoors worship against the background of the twin climate and biodiversity environmental crises, rooted in a desire to reconnect with God’s creation.
N.B. DC has been working in the Forest Church movement for the past 25 years in Devon and in Hertfordshire.
In wider society, environmental charities and Forest School are helping us to reconnect with nature, with initiatives such as the National Trust’s ‘50 things to do before you are 11 ¾’ proving popular. There is growing awareness that in order for individuals and society to take environmental considerations seriously, we need to love what we are seeking to protect.
Forest Church adds a spiritual dimension. The intent is to both enable participants to grow in love for God’s creation, and to grow in thankfulness towards the God who made it. Forest Church at its best engages with people who would be unlikely to attend indoors worship, with many saying that nature is their ‘spiritual’ place. It provides a framework within the Christian tradition around experiences that, using the term loosely, many would label as spiritual, as well as encouraging love for creation and environmental ethic.
Not just forests!
Forest Churches vary hugely and don’t need to meet in a Forest! Some are quiet and contemplative, others focus on children and families, with the energy, chaos and creativity that this brings. Many work in an intergenerational way, incorporating aspects both for children and families and for adults attending without parenting responsibilities. There is no right way to go about it – it all depends on local relationships and networks, and on what outdoor spaces are available as locations for worship. I’ve come across Welly Church, Muddy Church, Outdoor Church and Wild Church.
There are all kinds of good reasons for moving worship outside which is in a similar style to that which could happen in the church building, but that isn’t Forest Church. At the heart of a Forest Church gathering is actively choosing to engage with God’s creation, in awe, wonder and thanksgiving, and to make this the heart of worship.
Much is about noticing and appreciating – sometimes just exploring what is there, other times using resources such as spotter sheets and colour matching cards. Often the turning of the seasons are referenced, noting how nature lives out on an annual basis the death and resurrection that is at the heart of the Christian faith. Hope is profoundly illustrated for us, as we observe nature dying back each winter, trusting in the coming of spring (Romans 8.22-25). These prayers produced for Easter 2020 illustrate the different ways this might work in practice (link opens PDF).
What happens in a typical ‘service’?
In my own Forest Church, most gatherings involve starting together with some opening prayers, reference to the season and how it links to Christian themes, perhaps a bible reading though that may come later. We then explore in nature through whatever is the chosen core activity on that occasion, often walking as we explore. We re-gather and talk about what we have done and found, perhaps with a reading at this point. There may be time for each to wander individually to pray in a space, at some point there are some closing prayers, and a reminder to tread gently on God’s world as we return to our normal rhythm of life.
The environmental imperative
It is increasingly critical that Christians engage with environmental concerns as part of core discipleship, whether worshipping indoors or outdoors. There’s a much-neglected biblical imperative to tend God’s creation and an urgency with which the current environmental crises are presenting themselves. Given the urgency of the crisis and given the increased prominence within wider society, the church cannot expect to be taken seriously by faith explorers if they’re not modelling good practice in this area of life. A recent report published by Youthscape and Tearfund highlighted the prominence of environmental concerns with young Christians. This is no longer a fringe concern for keen ‘greenies’ but is increasingly mainstream.
This brings with it a challenge to all churches, indoors or outdoors, Fresh Expressions or with long history, to find their right path toward sustainable practice, living gently with respect to all God’s creatures, as together we praise our maker.
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Spinnerella is the statuesque whirlwind girl and a friend of the Great Rebellion. Spinnerella's powerful ability to create a powerful whirlwind called the "Spinning Dance' seems to know no bounds.
Round and round and round she goes, wherever she stops, watch out, ‘cause it’s bad news for enemies of the Great Rebellion!
POP Filmation Cartoon Continuity:
Spinnerella is known for being a loyal friend to Netossa. The two traveled to the Village of Thaymor, on a vacation, from an unknown area on Etheria. Hordak and Shadow Weaver tricked her into serving the Evil Horde, by telling her the the Great Rebellion had kidnapped her friend, Netossa, but in truth, it was the Evil Horde that kidnapped Netossa.
Hordak used her amazingly, powerful "Spinning Dance" to break through the magical trees of the Whispering Woods, in order to capture the Great Rebellion.
She-Ra freed Netossa, who made her realize that been wrong to believe Hordak's lies. She learned from her mistake, and is now truly aware that the Rebellion's plight is one worth fighting for.
Masters Of The Universe Classics:
With the power to travel very fast across the ground, Spinnerella is very flighty and often confused as one would expect from somebody who travels as she does. She always spins round and round much like a powerful whirlwind. She is totally faithful to She-Ra and honest with everyone she meets. The Great Rebellion calls on Spinnerella to deliver important messages to their loyal friends. She has a spiral fringe skirt and long turquoise and lavender spirals which hang from her cuffs. When she whirls through Etheria these decorations whip around to knock down all who come near!
- Unfortunately, Spinnerella appearances are very limited in the Masters of the Universe and Princess of Power continuities.
- Diane Pershing voiced Spinnerella in the She-Ra, Princess of Power Filmation cartoons.
POP Filmation Cartoon Appearances:
POP Mini-Comic Appearances:
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[Back to Gyeongju, this time Day 06]
URGH~! A day with two performance runs. I know I shouldn’t be complaining since I was already told to expect that before coming over. But I have definitely underestimated the sian-ness of having to perform the same items for this many times. Luckily the day started well with a great breakfast.
Multiple make up application and lack of proper cleansing has finally make its mark on my face. Rashes started to form at the cheek bone area and this got me worried. I thought my face is 百毒不侵! I quickly referred my face to the subject-matter experts: the gals. Luckily they suggested several solutions at once and promised to pass me the medicine on the night itself. Phew~ You can say 因祸得福 as because of my rashes, I no longer need to do full make up for fear of further worsening the rashes. Phew*2~
Then performance time. And for today, we had to appear after our performance for the public to take photos with us. It’s the same for the evening show and I’ve lumped the photos together. It’s weird having so many cameras pointing at you at the same time. You wouldn’t know where to look at and sometimes I just wish I have a plastic retainer for my lips/face so that I’d remain smiling without using any muscle. Ah~ The life of a performer is just not for me…
Meals are great as usual. I have no complains generally because I basically eat everything. The variety I get here is definitely something I’d miss when I get back to Singapore.
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Belts on The Line
Tape rankings @ Super Flyweight
Who won Rodriguez vs Rungvisai?
Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez beat Srisaket Sor Rungvisai by technical knockout in the 8th round on Saturday 25th June 2022 at Tech Port Arena in Texas.
The fight was scheduled to take place over 12 rounds in the Super Flyweight division, which meant the weight limit was 115 pounds (8.2 stone or 52.2 KG).
This contest was for the WBC super flyweight championship of the world.
Also, on the undercard Murodjon Akhmadaliev was victorious over Ronny Rios for the WBA Super World Super Bantamweight and IBF World Junior Featherweight championship, Raymond Ford beat Richard Medina and Jessica McCaskill defeated Alma Ibarra.
Rodriguez vs Rungvisai stats
Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez stepped into the ring with an undefeated record of 15 wins, zero loses and 0 draws, 10 of those wins coming by the way of knock out.
Srisaket Sor Rungvisai made his way to the ring with a record of 50 wins, 5 loses and 1 draw, with 43 of those wins by knock out.
The stats suggested Rungvisai had advantage in power over Rodriguez, with a 86% knock out percentage over Rodriguez's 67%.
Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez was the younger man by 13 years, at 22 years old.
Rodriguez had a height advantage of 1 inch over Rungvisai. That also extended to a 4-inch reach advantage.
Both Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez & Srisaket Sor Rungvisai fought out of a southpaw stance.
Rodriguez was the less experienced professional fighter, having had 41 less fights, and made his debut in 2017, 7 year and 11 months later than Rungvisai, whose first professional fight was in 2009. He had fought 175 less professional rounds, 70 to Rungvisai's 245.
Srisaket Sor Rungvisai was ranked number 2 by the WBC in the 115lb division.
Rodriguez vs Rungvisai form
Rodriguez remained undefeated as a professional, stopping 4 of his last 5 opponents.
In his last fight leading up to this contest, he had won against Carlos Cuadras on 5th February 2022 by unanimous decision in their WBC World Super Flyweight championship fight at Footprint Center, Arizona, United States.
Previous to that, he had won against Jose Alejandro Burgos on 16th October 2021 by knockout in the 4th round at Chukchansi Park, California.
Going into that contest, he had beat Saul Juarez on 12th December 2020 by knockout in the 2nd round at The Bubble, MGM Grand, Nevada.
Before that, he had defeated Janiel Rivera on 5th October 2020 by knockout in the 1st round at The Bubble, MGM Grand, Nevada.
He had won against Marco Sustaita on 29th March 2020 by technical knockout in the 8th round at The Ford Center at The Star, Texas.
Rungvisai had beaten 4 of his last 5 opponents, stopping 2 of them, going the distance twice.
In his last fight before this contest, he had defeated Kwanthai Sithmorseng on 13th March 2021 by technical knockout in the 3rd round at Workpoint Studio, Bang Phun, Thailand.
Previous to that, he had defeated Jomar Fajardo on 3rd October 2020 by technical knockout in the 2nd round at Workpoint Studio, Bang Phun.
Going into that contest, he had beat Amnat Ruenroeng on 1st August 2020 by unanimous decision in their 10 round contest at Workpoint Studio, Bang Phun.
Before that, he had been beaten by Juan Francisco Estrada on 26th April 2019 by unanimous decision in their WBC World Super Flyweight and The Ring Junior Bantamweight championship fight at Forum, Inglewood, United States.
He had won against Iran Diaz on 6th October 2018 by unanimous decision in their WBC World Super Flyweight and The Ring Junior Bantamweight championship fight at Impact Arena, Pak Kret, Thailand.
In terms of activity leading into the fight, Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez had been fighting more than Srisaket Sor Rungvisai.
Going to this contest, Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez had last fought 4 months and 21 days ago, while Srisaket Sor Rungvisai's last outing had been 1 year, 3 months and 13 days ago.
Rodriguez's last 5 fights had come over a period of 2 years, 2 months and 28 days, meaning he had been fighting on average every 5 months and 12 days. In those fights, he fought a total of 27 rounds, meaning that they had lasted 5.4 rounds on average.
Rungvisai's last 5 fights had come over a period of 3 years, 8 months and 20 days, meaning he had been fighting on average every 8 months and 28 days. In those fights, he fought a total of 39 rounds, meaning that they had lasted 7.8 rounds on average.
What time did Rodriguez vs Rungvisai start?
The fighters were expected to ringwalk at around 11:00 PM EST / 8:00 PM PST at Tech Port Arena, Texas, United States, which was around 4:00 AM BST in the UK.
Who broadcast Rodriguez vs Rungvisai?
What were the odds on Rodriguez vs Rungvisai?
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The healing properties of ginger are extremely useful and are much better than some advanced pharmaceutical inventions. It is commonly consumed in small doses all across the world – you may add it to your dish or you can either find it in some drinks. Similar to its cousin spice, turmeric, which has a strong anti-cancer effect, ginger is largely known for its incredible ability to shrink tumors.
A study at the Georgia State which involved laboratory mice found that that whole ginger extract can actually shrink prostate tumor size by an astonishing 56% in mice.
The anti- cancer properties of this miraculous root came to the subject due to its amazing power in reducing inflammation, and its high content of life-enhancing antioxidants.
Namely, research shows that this fantastic spice can really surpass the advanced pharmaceutical solutions that doctors often consider as the ‘only option’ for patients diagnosed with cancer.
Although these drugs are the only scientifically proven solution according to mainstream health officials, it seems that they do not treat the issue, and even worsen the condition.These drugs used in cancer treatments were found to be ineffective at permanently shrinking tumors – which is supposed to be their main purpose. In contrast, they actually make tumors grow larger and are even believed to accelerate the death of patients diagnosed with cancer.
Furthermore, the research conducted on the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston explained that the premium priced cancer drugs are a ‘little’ worse than death sentences for the majority of cancer patients.
The study author, Dr. Raghu Kalluri stated that “Whatever manipulations we’re doing to tumors can inadvertently do something to increase the tumor numbers to become more metastatic, which is what kills patients at the end of the day.”
In other words, scientists suggest that these drugs may be responsible for the ‘metastasis,’ meaning the tumors come back bigger and stronger than they originally were, and this process becomes even more aggressive than it used to be.
On the other hand, studies have shown that ginger is even more effective than all these drugs used in the cancer therapies, as the whole ginger extract has shown to be able to shrink tumors significantly. It actually helped patients diagnosed with prostate cancer avoid death.
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Love the show. I laughed, I cried ect. However I feel the John Locke's life ended disgracefully. He was hands down the most intriguing person on the show: being healed, communion with the island ect. Then he struggled with his doubts in his self worth, but the island gave him self worth. It all culminated to him leaving the island to be killed then to become the face of evil. To me his story was messed up. The writers say they number one concern is their characters, i feel they dropped the ball with this one.Read more >
Watch the 2007 horror/thriller "shadow puppets". The monster in the movie has nealy the exact physical make-up of the smokemonster(pre-flocke). Its on instant queue on netflix.Read more >
I am quit sure I know why a chopper brings food even the Dharma Initiative was over thrown. I don't know if this has been brought up or said yet, here ya go. The people at Dharmas head quarters continued to drop the food because they had to keep someone alive to press a button every 108 minutes. Im sure they would have considered to stop sending the food after they got work about the natives taking over, but the knew that the worlds fate was in the hands of whoever was pushing the button.Read more >
Every question you did or didn't think of is in the link below! Go crazy!
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It's hard enough for me to pick a favorite character. Each season has a new feeling and brings new faces so a valid question is "Who is your fav character per season?"
1 - Locke. He's the only main character who see there's something to embrace on the island. Curious as a cat, has a sad past, interesting present.
2 - Marvin Candle. Not a main character, but was the face of the Dharma initative which made the island a whole lot bigger and mysterious.
3 - Desmond. Now he's an established character. The season 2 cliff hanger w/Penny made it clear there would be a lot more story with him. Last not least, the hatch exploding obviously alterated him.
4 - Daniel Fariday. I dont can't even explain why!
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Ghana defender Samuel Inkoom interesting Greek giants Olympiakos - reports
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By Akyereko Frimpong-Manson
Greek giants are considering moving to sign Ghana defender Samuel Inkoom on permanent basis from Ukrainian side FC Dnipro, according to reports in the Greek media.
Inkoom has played just four times for Platanias in the Greek Super League after arriving on loan from Dnipro but Olympiakos scouts have recommended the Black Stars versatile full-back for August signing.
The 24-year-old has been angling for a move away from Dnipro after falling out of favour at the club and wants to impress elsewhere to secure a move.
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By Sérgio Duarte
On July 16, 1945, the first experimental detonation of a nuclear device, known as the Trinity test, was conducted in the Nevada desert. Less than a month later, the vast power of this new technology was employed twice in war. Since then, nuclear weapons have continued to proliferate, bringing the current number of possessor nations to nine, as the international community has sought to slow or reverse that course.
This article describes the multilateral process that resulted in the adoption 50 years ago of the nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) and the treaty’s gradual acceptance by the overwhelming majority of the international community despite the permanence of divergences about its objectives and concerns about its credibility. What follow is a discussion of the role played by the successive five-year review conferences and an argument that the “enhanced review process,” adopted in 1995, has contributed to clarifying positions and concerns but has not yet produced consensus on a binding commitment by all parties to achieve the common objective of nuclear disarmament. The unfinished task before the 2020 NPT Review Conference is to help pave the way to a world without the threat of nuclear weapons.
The question of nuclear weapons nonproliferation was considered by the Eighteen-Nation Disarmament Committee (ENDC) from 1965 to 1968 in response to a request by the UN General Assembly. By then, five nations had successfully obtained a nuclear weapons capability, and there was considerable and well-grounded concern that others would follow.1
Established in 1962 to succeed the short-lived Ten-Nation Disarmament Committee, the ENDC was composed of five members from the Warsaw Pact (Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, Poland, Romania, and the Soviet Union), five members of NATO (Canada, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States), and eight nations (Brazil, Burma, Ethiopia, India, Mexico, Nigeria, Sweden, and the United Arab Republic, later succeeded by Egypt) that did not belong to either military alliance. Its permanent co-chairs were the representatives of the United States and the Soviet Union. France chose not to occupy its seat on the committee, although it maintained unofficial consultations with other members.
The UN Charter does not mention nuclear weapons, as it was concluded about three weeks before the Trinity test. The first General Assembly resolution, however, adopted on January 24, 1946, established a commission “to deal with the problems raised by the discovery of atomic energy and other related matters” and to make specific proposals on the control of atomic energy and on “the elimination from national armaments of atomic weapons.”
The emerging ideological confrontation between the two major powers and their rivalry and mutual mistrust prevented agreement on the substance of the issue during the following years, and the commission was finally abandoned without producing any tangible result. Still, the hopes and fears raised by the discovery of nuclear energy led to the establishment the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in 1957. Upon ratifying the statute of the fledgling organization, U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower said that “the splitting of the atom may lead to unifying the entire divided world.”2 Unfortunately, his optimistic prediction did not come true.
In 1958, Ireland introduced at the United Nations the first of what became known as the “Irish Resolutions” calling the attention of the international community to the possibility of further proliferation. The international community agreed that preventing the spread of atomic weapons, fostering peaceful uses of atomic energy, and nuclear disarmament were desirable common objectives. General Assembly Resolution 2028 (XX), adopted by consensus on November 19, 1965, called on the ENDC to “give urgent consideration” to the question of nuclear nonproliferation and to reconvene “with a view to negotiating an international treaty to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons.” This resolution also set forth the main principles on which such a treaty should be based.
a. The treaty should be void of any loop-holes which might permit nuclear or non-nuclear Powers to proliferate, directly or indirectly, nuclear weapons in any form;
b. The treaty should embody an acceptable balance of mutual responsibilities and obligations of the nuclear and non-nuclear Powers;
c. The treaty should be a step towards the achievement of general and complete disarmament and, more particularly, nuclear disarmament;
d. There should be acceptable and workable provisions to ensure the effectiveness of the treaty;
e. Nothing in the treaty should adversely affect the right of any group of States to conclude regional treaties in order to ensure the total absence of nuclear weapons in their respective territories;
The last of those principles was inserted at the insistence of Latin American nations that were already negotiating what became the successful establishment of the world’s first zone free of nuclear weapons in 1967 through the Treaty of Tlatelolco, a move originally frowned on but later supported by the nuclear weapon states.3
Separate, but Identical Drafts
Even before the adoption of Resolution 2028, the United States and Soviet Union were talking to each other on developing their own proposals for a nonproliferation instrument. Initially, each introduced its own draft text at the ENDC; on August 24, 1967, the two co-chairs presented separate but identical drafts4 that included some changes and additions with respect to earlier formulations. The two proponents explained that they had sought to reflect concerns raised by non-nuclear states, particularly the members of the Group of Eight.
The objective of nuclear disarmament was mentioned in the preamble of each draft. The identical texts kept the original language of the previous draft articles dealing with the obligations of nuclear and non-nuclear states, the recognition of the rights of all parties to the development and use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes, and amendments to and review of the operation of the treaty. The final language of the provisions on safeguards on fissionable materials for peaceful purposes would be defined by ongoing negotiations outside the ENDC. A new Article V dealt with the availability of “benefits” deriving from “peaceful applications of nuclear explosives” through “appropriate international procedures.” The question of peaceful nuclear explosions was the subject of intense and inconclusive debate and disagreement at the ENDC and elsewhere for several years until it became clear that the explosive technology had in fact no useful civil applications.
In response to the concerns of members of the group of eight countries, a new draft article was introduced containing an undertaking by all parties to the treaty to “pursue negotiations in good faith on effective measures relating to cessation of the nuclear arms race at an early date and to nuclear disarmament.” This became Article VI of the new instrument, and its formulation still generates controversy. The right to conclude regional treaties on the establishment of nuclear-weapon-free zones was recognized in a new Article VII. Article X provided for the convening of a conference after 25 years to decide, by a majority of the parties, on an indefinite extension or additional fixed periods.5 The right of parties to withdraw from the treaty under specific conditions was also recognized in Article X.6
Several ENDC members proposed a number of additional amendments to the identical texts. The question of security assurances was among the main concerns of non-nuclear-weapon states, but was not mentioned in the drafts. The Soviet, UK, and U.S. delegations informed the ENDC of their intentions to introduce a resolution at the Security Council on that matter.7
To a large extent, the logic of the Cold War determined the positions adopted by different ENDC members. Members belonging to the Warsaw Pact and NATO generally supported the drafts, as well as the decisions of the co-chairs on procedure. They participated actively in the discussions and presented suggestions that contributed to a better understanding of the issues involved, particularly regarding verification of compliance and the thorny question of peaceful nuclear explosions.
Countries from the Group of Eight proposed changes to bring the text under examination more in line with the principles contained in Resolution 2028. The absence of a clear prohibition on deploying nuclear weapons in territories of third states and the sharing of nuclear forces were seen as at odds with principle (a). The lack of provisions to curb quantitative and qualitative aspects of proliferation by nuclear-weapon states was similarly criticized. Given the built-in asymmetry of a text intended to apply to unequal parties, that is, possessors and nonpossessors of nuclear weapons, non-nuclear-weapon countries also wanted to ensure a fairer balance of mutual responsibilities and obligations. Accordingly, the renunciation of nuclear weapons should be matched, in their view, by a strong commitment to disarmament, consistent with principles (b) and (c). With different emphases, some delegations also argued unsuccessfully against what they felt were undue restrictions on certain aspects of nuclear technology.
Some of the proposals for changes were not accepted by the ENDC co-chairs. A revised draft that amalgamated the previous texts and incorporated some other suggestions by ENDC members was converted into a single joint draft by the co-chairs and introduced on March 11, 1968. Predictably, the new text failed to obtain the agreement of the ENDC membership. In view of the lack of consensus on substance and on the follow-up procedure, the co-chairs decided on their own authority to send a document titled “Report of the Conference of the Eighteen-Nation Committee on Disarmament”8 to the General Assembly on behalf of the conference. An annex to the report contained the draft treaty as accepted by them. An addendum9 listed all proposals and amendments presented during the discussions.
The report was placed before the UN General Assembly First Committee at its March-June 1968 session. A number of delegations sponsored a draft resolution endorsing the text annexed to the report. Three revised versions of the draft resolution were subsequently submitted, and on May 3, the two ENDC co-chairs agreed to certain revisions of the draft treaty itself, which were accepted by the co-sponsors of the draft resolution.
The First Committee adopted this new draft resolution recommending the endorsement of the draft nonproliferation treaty as revised. Among Western European states, France, Portugal, and Spain abstained on this vote. On June 12, 1968, General Assembly Resolution 2373 (XXII), co-sponsored by 48 states, was adopted by a vote of 95 to 4, with 21 abstentions. This time, France, Portugal, and Spain voted in favor. Brazil, Burma, and India were among those abstaining. Voting against were Albania, Cuba, Tanzania, and Zambia. The resolution commended the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and requested that it be opened for signature and ratification.
At present, 191 states are members of the NPT, making it the instrument with the greatest adherence in the field of arms control.10 Yet, the 50-year history of the treaty shows more confrontation and disagreement than cooperation between its armed and unarmed members. The Non-Aligned Movement and many nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) have militantly advocated the need for compliance with the commitments, particularly those contained in Article VI, to which the nuclear-weapon members of the treaty subscribe. A recurrent point of discord is that the five NPT-recognized nuclear-weapon states act as if the treaty will last forever in its present form, thus legitimizing their perpetual possession of such arms.
In the last couple of decades or so, the word “disarmament” seems effectively to have disappeared from the lexicon of some of the nuclear-armed states. They continue to affirm their right to keep their nuclear arsenals for as long as they consider necessary for their own security interests and “as long as nuclear weapons exist,”11 a self-serving tautology for everlasting possession. Such a posture entails a grave threat to all members of the international community, including the nuclear-weapon states themselves, and constitutes in fact a powerful incentive to proliferation.
In fact, in recent years, sections of the public in some developed non-nuclear-weapon states have been openly advocating the acquisition of an independent nuclear weapons capability. Episodes of alleged clandestine programs in that direction by a few other countries have been resolved by a combination of political, diplomatic, and sometimes military means.
The deep divisions among NPT parties are underscored by the fact that five out of the nine quinquennial treaty review conferences held since the treaty’s inception have failed to produce a consensus final document on the status of treaty implementation. Further, important agreements reached on two such occasions—the 13 “practical steps” of 2000 and the plan of action of 2010—still await implementation.
The 1995 review and extension conference succeeded in extending the NPT indefinitely and adopted a decision to strengthen the review process. A preparatory committee meets in each of the three years prior to the review conference to consider principles, objectives, and ways to promote full treaty implementation and to make recommendations to the conference. According to the decision, review conferences should look at past experience and identify areas and means through which further progress should be sought. In practice, however, the outcomes of the preparatory committee’s sessions and review conferences held since have not gone much beyond recording the disagreement over substantive issues.
Unfortunately, the gulf between nuclear- and non-nuclear-weapon parties over compliance and other issues has widened considerably over the decades and still prevents meaningful dialogue. This trend was particularly noticeable at the 2005 review conference, which was unable to agree on an agenda and program of work until well into the middle of the third of its four weeks’ duration, due to lack of flexibility and unwillingness to negotiate on the part of some key states. The most recent review conference, in 2015, was equally unable to adopt a final document despite much effort. The hardening of positions since the beginning of the 21st century also explains the absence of any mention of disarmament in the outcome document adopted by the 2005 World Summit held at UN headquarters.12
Challenges and Prospects
The 2020 review conference will take place in a particularly uncertain international environment due to two recent major developments: the U.S. abandonment of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran and the possibility of advancing toward the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula as a result of the June 12, 2018, meeting between the U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Also relevant for the outcome of the 2020 conference is the strong sentiment of frustration among several Middle Eastern states with the difficulties surrounding the proposed establishment of a zone free of weapons of mass destruction in that part of the world.13
Still, the NPT can be considered successful in helping contain the spread of nuclear weapons. Several reasons explain the decision by the vast majority of the members of the international community not to develop their own nuclear arsenals. Much has been written on this subject, which falls beyond the scope of this article. Obviously, a large number of states do not possess the scientific, industrial, and financial capability to undertake the effort to build a credible nuclear arsenal. Further, the nuclear-weapon possessors exert constant pressure on prospective proliferators against such moves and have extended positive security assurances to some of them.
Last but certainly not least, most of the latecomers to the NPT concluded that their security was better protected by not embarking on a nuclear weapons development program and therefore decided to join the treaty. The recognition of the inalienable right of all its parties to pursue peaceful nuclear energy activities was certainly important in making that decision. Some non-nuclear-weapon states have developed national programs in that direction, including uranium enrichment under IAEA safeguards.
Nuclear-weapon states and a number of non-nuclear ones that depend on security arrangements based on the possible use of nuclear weapons have been persistently proposing and supporting the adoption of measures to enhance verification procedures needed to determine the absence of declared and undeclared nuclear activities. Some of these proposals envisage unorthodox methods that would, in effect, turn existing voluntary agreements into compulsory commitments subject to sanctions and intervention.
NPT parties undoubtedly recognize the important contribution of the treaty, not only for their individual security but also for strengthening the confidence of the international community as a whole in the existing norms-based regime and in the need for its improvement. The exacerbation of divergences is not in the interest of any of the parties and would result in gradually discrediting the NPT as a valid and reliable international legal norm.
Obstacles to Progress
In one way or another, all existing instruments in the arms control field deal with nonproliferation by prohibiting nuclear weapons only where they do not exist (outer space, the Antarctic, the seabed, nuclear-weapon-free zones). Yet, none of the instruments in force so far establishes legally binding, time-bound, and effectively verifiable provisions aimed at the elimination of nuclear arsenals. This is considered by many parties the main flaw of the existing regime.
The nuclear weapons possessors keep arguing in favor of a step-by-step approach that, in their view, would facilitate progress toward nuclear disarmament, but there has been no effort to state in clear terms the objective of the proposed steps or to define the timelines along which such steps should be undertaken.14 There has not been a clearly articulated sequence that would lead to the elimination of nuclear weapons within a reasonable, realistic horizon.
For this reason, the promise of nuclear disarmament contained in the NPT remains unfulfilled, and the task of achieving agreement on meaningful measures leading to the elimination of nuclear weapons is still unfinished.15 The strengthened review process established by the 1995 conference has contributed to the identification of areas of divergence and clarification of the concerns of different states. The bottom line is that nuclear-weapon states remain convinced that their exclusive possession of such armament protects their security, while non-nuclear ones see the existence of nuclear weapons as a threat to their own security and that of humanity as a whole.
As the arms race continues, it is imperative to find a solution to this conundrum. The 2020 review conference is the proper forum to start work on reducing those differences and enlarging the areas of coincidence. The practice of merely recording divergent views should be discontinued. The third session of the preparatory committee on April 29–May 10, 2019, must recognize the achievement of nuclear disarmament as the common objective and recommend that the review conference adopt a clear commitment by all parties to that end. Such a commitment would provide the basis for further action.
The adoption on July 7, 2017, of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons was designed to provide effective ways of filling the gap between nonproliferation and disarmament norms. Promoted by several states in the General Assembly since 2015 and drawing on the fruitful and patient work of some governments and NGOs over a number of years, the mere idea of negotiating this treaty elicited fierce opposition from nuclear-weapon states since it was first proposed several years ago.
The adverse reaction of nuclear-weapon states and their allies to the prohibition treaty may delay attainment of the number of ratifications needed for its entry into force. Nevertheless, the coming into being of this treaty, adopted by 122 states, and the progress of its signature and ratification process represent an eloquent rejection of nuclear weapons by the majority of the international community. It seeks to reinforce the trend to delegitimize these weapons and consolidate a specific norm against their use, based mainly on humanitarian considerations.
In fact, the prohibition treaty should not be seen as an opponent of the NPT; nor does it contradict the idea of progressing by sequential, organically complementary steps. Rather, it supports this notion by providing a path for the phased fulfillment of the obligations contained in NPT Article VI.
In the present climate of persistent insecurity, to which the continuing armaments race to a large extent contributes, total global expenditures on instruments of war stand at higher levels than the estimated resources that would be needed for the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals adopted by the UN. New and more powerful nuclear weapons systems and advanced warfare technologies under development increase global insecurity and the chance of war between the major powers. The risk of a nuclear conflagration remains high, and its effects will not be confined to the belligerents. At the same time, local conventional conflicts in peripheral areas undermine prospects for social and economic progress.
In 2008, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon proposed a five-point plan for nuclear disarmament that advocated for, among other measures, the entry into force of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) and the negotiation of a convention to prohibit the manufacture, stockpiling, and use of nuclear weapons. In his recently unveiled disarmament agenda titled “Securing Our Common Future,” Secretary-General António Guterres warned that the “existential threat that nuclear weapons pose to humanity must motivate us to accomplish new and decisive action leading to their complete elimination.”
All states should heed these calls for action. There exists the necessary tools, including the UN Charter, the CTBT, five nuclear-weapon-free zones, and other important instruments such as the nuclear weapons prohibition treaty.
After half a century, the NPT remains an essential element for the completion of this task. It does not provide a definitive answer to the concerns of the international community. Indeed, it is but a part, a crucial part, of the continuing search for stability and security that can only be attained by means of generally recognized, collectively elaborated, and legally binding norms that apply equally to every state.
Exceptionalism does not fit in today’s interdependent world. Established norms and principles of international law and respect for generally accepted standards of behavior among nations are the essential foundation for the achievement of an international order that ensures lasting peace and security for all. Nuclear disarmament, one of mankind’s highest aspirations and a stated goal of the NPT, must not be put on hold for another 50 years.
1. Proliferation continued after the Trinity experiment. The Soviet Union carried out its first successful nuclear test explosion in 1949; the United Kingdom followed suit in 1952, China in 1954, France in 1966, India in 1974, and Pakistan in 1998. Although officially not confirming or denying, Israel is believed to have acquired nuclear weapons in 1979. In the opposite direction, South Africa relinquished its nuclear arsenal. Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Ukraine negotiated with the Soviet Union the return of the nuclear weapons stationed on their territories.
2. Dwight Eisenhower, Remarks at ceremony following ratification of the Statute of the International Atomic Energy Agency, July 29, 1957, http://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/ws/index.php?pid=10850.
3. The creation of the Treaty of Tlatelolco thus preceded the nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) and did not derive from it. It was first proposed in 1961 by the Brazilian delegate at the UN General Assembly and shortly afterward endorsed by other Latin American states. The establishment of nuclear-weapon-free zones was a response to the belief that the absence of nuclear weapons enhances the security of states in a region. Principle (e) of UN General Assembly Resolution 2028 (XX) intended to affirm the right of states in a region to govern and define the requirements of the process of establishing their nuclear-weapon-free zones. Nuclear-weapon states have interpreted and qualified their pledges in the protocols on the nonintroduction of nuclear weapons that they are requested to sign, which in practice defeats the purpose of keeping the zone free of all nuclear weapons.
6. In 1993, North Korea gave notice of its intention to withdraw from the treaty. It subsequently suspended this action and finally announced withdrawal in 2003. Several parties believe the move was not warranted under international law. The question is now of academic interest because the UN Security Council took no action and North Korea developed its own nuclear arsenal.
7. On June 19, 1968, after the endorsement of the NPT by the UN General Assembly, the Security Council adopted Resolution 255 with 10 votes in favor and five abstentions (Algeria, Brazil, France, India, and Pakistan).
11. Office of the Press Secretary, The White House, “Statement by President Barack Obama on the Release of Nuclear Posture Review,” April 6, 2010, https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/the-press-office/statement-president-barack-obama-release-nuclear-posture-review.
13. 1995 Review and Extension Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, “Final Document,” NPT/CONF.1995/32 (Part I), 1995, annex (“Resolution on the Middle East”).
14. The 2000 NPT Review Conference agreed on “13 practical steps for the systematic and progressive effort to implement Article VI of the Treaty.” Only steps 2 and 5 can be said to have been fulfilled, although not in their entirety. The 2010 NPT Review Conference recommended 64 specific “actions,” but no timetable was defined for implementation, and in any case they remain as a mere declaration of intention.
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Jan Martinek vs. AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
Barry D. Zyskind, George Karfunkel, and Leah Karfunkel. Lead Plaintiff’s Class Action Complaint (the “Complaint”), filed on August 28, 2019 alleged, among other things, that during the period between January 22, 2018 and January 18, 2019, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), Defendants made materially false and misleading statements or omissions related to whether AmTrust’s Preferred Stock would remain listed on the NYSE following the closing of a transaction whereby AmTrust, the common shares of which were then publicly traded, would be taken private by the Individual Defendants.
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なかざわゆうと, also known as @001_yn has a reasonably significant presence on Twitter and is ranked by us in the 30% percentile for account strength. Active on Twitter since March 2012, なかざわゆうと made it to having a respectable 315 Twitter followers and to being ranked 37,304,704 for number of followers among all Twitter users.
Uh-oh... seems like someone has fallen asleep while on duty and is dropping in social relevance. The plot thickens when considering なかざわゆうと's follower-to-following ratio, which is 1.52. That's a healthy ratio.
Tweeting is apparently one of @001_yn's favorite pastimes, with an average of 180 tweet(s) per day in the past 30 days. That's pretty consistent with a total of 3,379 since @001_yn joined Twitter.
This account is tracked by us Only March 2013. As of March 29 2017 we track 14 Twitter accounts, so feel free to search for other accounts you're interested in and reveal their Twitter story!
@001_yn has posted 0 tweets in the last 10 days, which translates to an average of 0 tweets per day.
なかざわゆうと Twitter Followers
@001_yn has 315 followers on Twitter.
This account is #37,304,704 in the worldwide rank of the most popular Twitter users.
なかざわゆうと Following on Twitter
@001_yn is following 207 Twitter accounts.
Last month this account stopped following 4 users.
なかざわゆうと Predictions & Milestones
@001_yn will hit 314 followers in the next 3 months, and 311 in one year.
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Pikes control birds Spiketrack L210
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- Number of tips per base 60
- Recommended (seagulls, pigeons)
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last night session at the gym was quite interesting. I started with 30 minutes on the crosstrainer and I have to say I don´t feel this is tough enough anymore , I have it on highest level and try to push to high tempo but still…
Anyway I lifted some weight, worked on biceps, shoulders and did some situps and pushups exercises on the TRX.
I worked on the legs for a while as well as I need to tighten up this aera a little (!) …
After one and a half hour I thought I was done but when I went pass the treadmill I thought I would give it a try. I ran only 2 kms , it took me around 10 min, Ok not a record but I never run on that thing, it makes me dizzy when I get down, I prefer running outside, it feels much more natural to me.
Anyway the point here is that I felt I did more workout in 10 minutes on the treadmill than I did in 30 minutes on the crosstrainer , so I may do that again 🙂
when I came back home, after I got myself something to eat, I did a bit of footwork and shadow boxing.
Jkd training is at tonight´s program.
I see my upper body is getting some nice trained shape but the lower aera needs some work tough !
I need to get stronger legs this is important for my kicks and the stomach aera is under construction as well because it is NOT GOOD ENOUGH!
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digits: Apps For Picking Paint Colors4/14/2011 2:30PM
Smartphone apps have hit the home improvement world. WSJ's Gwendolyn Bounds shows digits a variety of apps that help users pick out paint colors.
This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate.
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If you follow any of my posts, you know that I’m a big fan of Linux. Now, you’ve probably taken a look at Linux and wondered if it is something you should try. I won’t lie, there is a bit of a learning curve when using Linux, and it’s not right for everyone. Despite these facts, there are many uses for Linux that you may not have ever considered.
Today, let’s examine some of the best uses for Linux that you may not have considered. By showing you many of the different ways you can use Linux, I hope that you will see the true power that lies in Linux. Once you see that, you may realize that learning this operating system is worth it. Are you ready to get started? Okay, here we go.
A Word on Distributions
Before I start listing out the uses for Linux, I want to talk about for a minute about the different distributions. Some distros are made specifically for some of the uses we are about to discuss, while others aren’t. That doesn’t mean you can’t make each distro work for your specific usage. Remember, this is Linux. You can customize each distribution to your specific needs. However, it may mean that you need to spend a little more time customizing your distribution to make it work for you.
I won’t go into the specific configurations today. That is the subject of future posts. In fact, I may just take each one of these and create a specific post to help you create the perfect Linux setup for your laptop for each use. But trying to describe each one of these and how you do it would make this post so incredible long there is no way you would read it, and I would like to get this post up on the site today.
All you need to know for now is almost any Linux distribution can be configured for each use, so choose the Linux distribution that you like the best and then go from there. If you like Ubuntu, use it. If Fedora is more your style, start with it. Once you are more comfortable, you can branch out and try others that may be more right for each use so you don’t have to spend as much time configuring your distribution of choice.
Uses for Linux
Now that we got that out of the way, it’s time to take a closer look at some of the uses for Linux that you may or may not have realized. Ready, set, let’s go!
1. A Learning Tool
Have you ever wanted to learn more about how computers work and how to control and customize a computer? Well, there is no better way than by installing Linux. Linux doesn’t hold your hand in a way that Windows or macOS does, and it gives you complete freedom to explore the system and customize it the way you want to. But, with this power, comes great responsibility.
We aren’t talking Spiderman levels of responsibility, so don’t think you have to save the world. What I mean by this is that Linux gives you complete control, which means you can really screw things up if you aren’t careful. It will let you totally destroy it and it won’t warn you about what you are doing. You will have full access to everything and chances are if you are new to the Linux world, you will mess things up. Don’t worry about it. Learn from your mistakes and move on. You won’t make that same mistake twice and you will learn something while you’re at it.
Remember, anything that increases our knowledge is a good thing, and Linux is no different. So increase your knowledge today by picking a distribution and using it. Once you know what you are doing, you will have a sense of satisfaction that I’m betting many of you haven’t had since you were growing up.
2. Create Your Own Web Server
Have you ever wanted to run your own web server or do you need a test server to test your websites? If so, you don’t have to download or pay for a test server. You can setup your own using Linux. Have you ever heard of a LAMP server? LAMP stands for Linux – Apache – MySQL – PHP. Everything you need to setup a full-fledged web server.
Once you have this setup, you can run almost any web software that you can dream of, including WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, and more. You will be able to connect to your websites straight from your browser using your machine’s IP address or the IP address of your sample server if you are running it inside a virtual machine.
This is a great way to test your websites before you bring them live. If you have wanted to get into web design, then this is the perfect way to do it without it costing you one cent. Once you decide it is right for you, you can then register a domain name and setup some hosting online and bring your favorite sites live. Pretty much any Linux distribution will work for this, but if you want to be the most resource efficient I recommend using Ubuntu Server or maybe CentOS as your Linux distribution of choice.
3. Secure Machine
Some of you out there may just want a system that they know is safe and secure. While you can go with a Mac, you will pay for it. If you want to do something a little more cost effective, then I recommend buying a cheap PC laptop and then installing Linux on it. Linux is much more secure compared to Windows and won’t run you the same cost as buying a MacBook Pro. If you are looking for a way to run a safe and secure laptop, then Linux is definitely the way to go.
So which distribution should you run for this one? Well, it really depends on you. If you are new to Linux, I recommend going with Ubuntu or maybe Linux Mint, as they provide some of the easiest to use interfaces out there. Linux Mint will even feel a little like Windows, making it the perfect Linux OS to begin with if you are new to Linux. However, if you are more experience, you could try something like Debian Linux or if you like eye candy and a Mac feel, I really like Elementary OS. Choose an interface that you enjoy using and you will be well on your way to having a machine to use that is safe and secure.
4. Run Your Own File Server
Do you have a bunch of machines at your home that run on your own internal network? If so, have you ever wanted to store your files in a central location so all of your systems can access them? Running your own file server is the best way to do this. Pick up a machine and make sure it has a huge hard drive on it and then install Linux. You can then use it as your file server. You can put your Linux box on your network and even create different shares that you can map as different drives on your Windows machines. You can even mount these shares on a Mac so you can share files between all types of machines.
Like a web server, you can use pretty much any type of Linux distribution to do this, but lightweight operating systems with the right server software will work great and you won’t have the overhead of the beefier distributions to worry about. You want your files to be served out as fast as possible and that’s the best way to do it. Before you know it, all your systems will be able to share files with ease and you can even set up your own backup system to make sure your files are safe and protected without having to use cloud storage options like Dropbox that require a monthly fee for any real storage.
5. Perfect Media Server
Have you wanted to create a machine you can connect to your television to serve out your saved movies or even stream Netflix or other digital content? Kodi is one of the best options out there for this, and since you really aren’t concerned with what operating system powers it, why not go with a version of Linux that is efficient and lightweight so you can devote a majority of your machine’s processing power to your media files?
Linux is one of the best options out there for this as it is much more efficient than Windows or macOS. On top of that, Kodi and all of its addons are Linux compatible and you can install all of these right inside the Kodi interface. Once you have Kodi installed, it will run automatically each time you turn on or reboot your machine, so you won’t be worried about the interface. This makes Linux the perfect OS for running your own media server.
I recommend using a lightweight version of Linux for this, such as Lubuntu or Bunsenlabs Linux, as these are stripped of much of the GUI bloat that causes operating systems to eat your resources. Just make sure you have all the drivers and codecs you will need to run the server properly.
6. Revive an Old Machine
Computers have been around for years, and chances are you have an old laptop sitting around collecting dust or holding a door open. Have you wanted to revive one of your old machines but when you try Windows just bogs it down too much? Maybe you have an old Mac sitting around that can’t be upgraded because Apple decided not to support it anymore. We’ve all been there. Linux can be used to revive these aging machines and make them useful once again.
Linux is much more resource efficient compared to macOS and Windows, making it a great option for an older machine you have just sitting around the house. Heck, I have even seen old PowerPC macs that are ten years old or more revived by a good, efficient, PowerPC version of Linux. Add onto that a really efficient distribution, and you can breathe new life into your aging laptop or desktop.
Which distribution you choose to use really depends on the type of old machine you are trying to revive. Something like Arch Linux or Lubuntu would work really well. I would avoid using the full versions of Ubuntu or Linux Mint, as their graphical interfaces can use a bit of power that your old machine may not have.
7. Create Your Own Custom Distribution
Did you know you can create your own custom distribution of Linux? Admittedly, this will take a little knowledge on your part, so I don’t recommend this for beginners. But for you more seasoned Linux fans, instead of sticking with a distro, why not make your own? There are many tools out there to help you with the process, and in a few steps you can make your very own version of Linux that you can distribute or just use in your own home.
A distribution is just the Linux kernel along with a set of software tools, so with a little help you can easily create your own customized distro that you can use to setup all the systems in your home. It can have all the drivers you need so everything works right out of the box along with the exact software packages you need in order to use your computer the way you want to. Heck you can even give it your own custom name and skin, if that sounds like fun.
Remember, with Linux you have full control over everything, and that includes your own distros. You can create your own custom distribution and even put it up for others to enjoy as well. Then you can enlist the help of the Linux community to improve your distribution. Who knows, the distro you make could be the next Linux Mint or Ubuntu!
8. System Rescue
Whether you use Linux, Windows or macOS, did you know you can use a Linux LiveCD to rescue your system if something bad happens. Linux can access your hard drive with ease, meaning if you have a problem with your system and it won’t boot correctly, you can stick your Linux LiveCD in and gain access to your system.
You can use this feature to repair your system or, at the very least, gain access to all of your files so you don’t lose anything if you do need to reformat the drive and start again. Most Linux distributions come as a LiveCD, while you can use other distributions to make LiveCDs so you can access almost any system.
Remember, depending on your machine, your connection options and other drivers may or may not work, but at the very least you will be able to use the LiveCD to connect a hard drive to your machine and backup your system before you wipe it clean and start over. Of course, everything may just work, and then you will have access to the Internet to backup to cloud storage or even research your problem. Your mileage will vary based on the machine you have and which LiveCD you choose to use.
9. Free Yourself from Corporate Operating Systems
Some of you out there may just be tired of using and paying for operating systems that are feeding the bottom line of mega corporations. Do you really want to give Microsoft or Apple more of your hard earned money? For those of you that prefer the world of free and open source software, there is nothing better than Linux.
Linux is free and open source, meaning you don’t have to pay a dime for it and even if you do donate to the projects, it’s not required but it supports the projects and keeps them free to use for everyone. You won’t be handing your money over to a huge, billion dollar corporation. This will give you more of a voice in the development while also keeping you free from these companies.
If you are tired of using a computer the way some company says you should, then Linux is your best answer to get the software you need to work while keeping you free from these companies. When you combine the software that will run on the platform with this fact, you will be able to use your machine without ever having to pay for software again. That doesn’t sound too bad to me, even if I have a laptop running all the different operating systems. Maybe I should completely switch to Linux, too.
10. Use Multiple Graphical Interfaces
Do you ever get tired of using the same old graphical interface day in and day out? If you have Windows or macOS, you are stuck with the graphical interface that they give you, and you can’t do too much to customize or change it. On Linux, things are different. On Linux, the interface is just another program running on your machine. Because of this, you can easily switch to a different graphical user interface whenever you want.
Virtually all of the various Linux distributions support this feature, so no matter which one you choose, you will be able to change things up if you decide you don’t like the interface you are using or if you just want to play around with something new. There are many different interfaces out there, such as Gnome and Cinnamon, and I encourage you to give them all a try to see which one you like the best.
Remember, if you don’t like one of the interfaces you install and try, you can always switch back to the one you were using. Linux is all about choice, and you even have a choice when you use a graphical interface to use your machine.
Do You Have Other Ideas?
Do you have any ideas on what you can do with Linux? If you have other uses for Linux in mind, feel free to drop me a line or comment below and tell me about what you have come up with. I welcome new ideas, especially in the world of Linux, and I want to make sure all users truly know and understand the power of Linux. While I have tried to come up with the best on this list, I’m sure I have forgotten something. So let me know in the comments below and I will get it added to the list as soon as possible.
I bet you didn’t realize how powerful Linux really was. But now you know better. There are literally hundreds of uses for Linux. Today, Linux powers everything from routers to televisions to our favorite smartphones. On top of that, with a little work, you can use Linux for many uses in your home or on your computer.
At the end of the day, by trying some of these, you will not only make your life simpler, but you will have fun and you will learn something along the way. That’s what it’s all about, wouldn’t you say? Give it a try, and comment below on how it goes. I would love to hear what your experience is like.
Have any of you out there tried to use Linux for one of these uses? If so, comment below and let everyone know how it went and how well it works for you.
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While I do enjoy his fights - Jones has drawn a lot of negative attention to himself lately, starting with his DUI and ending with the cancellation of UFC 151 (Not saying he's solely to blame, but he was a part of the whole deal)
Hendo, btw I'm a big fan of his, people seem to dislike and the resentment is slightly misplaced in my view. He won the first fight with Edgar pretty convinsingly IMO, and the second fight was very, very close. People seem to dislike him because there's an argument that he lost the second fight, but they forget that the judges score the fights, not the fighters themselves, hence the misplaced recentment.
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Henican is a columnist for Newsday. He also is a political analyst at the Fox News Channel and
If Sandy was a superstorm and Nemo was a double-whammy, what diabolical plans do God and nature have for Long Island next?
If these weather calamities keep slamming us this way, what will it take to cause a stir next year? Locusts?
There was once a time that storms of the century came once a century. How quaint and long ago that now feels! Blame global warming. Blame bad karma. Blame the hot air from too many pundits in Washington. Whoever and whatever we blame, this much has grown impossible to deny now: The weather is behaving in ways that are volatile even for volatile weather.
Some winters, you hardly need a heavy coat. Other winters, you need an industrial-size snowplow. This one came in strong, got wimpy and then got tough all over again. What's the pattern here?
Maybe there isn't one, and that is new itself. "Say it ain't snow," people pleaded at the start of another crazy-weather week.
Well, it was snow all right and lots of it.
We'll get through this. Of course we will. We always do. It's just that hassles keep getting larger. The suffering gets deeper. And now the disasters are colliding into each other and themselves.
You have plans for the storm of the century next week?
1. Salesman with one generator left in stock
2. Big-hearted snow-blowing neighbor
3. Door-to-door shovel kid
4. Fearless food-delivery pro on a mountain bike
5. The sun
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THE NEWS IN SONG: "Kicked by the wind, robbed by the sleet: 'Willin' " by Little Feat, http://tinyurl.com/snowblown
LONG ISLAND OF THE WEEK: CHRIS FERRARO High-school wrestling coaches don't usually give much thought to skin infections. But West Islip's Chris Ferraro had seen too many young athletes -- his and others -- contract ringworm, MRSA staph infections, impetigo, jock itch, mat herpes, athlete's foot and various other nasty skin bugs. "I had to do something," he said. "These kids were really suffering." Teaming up with a chemist-friend who manufactured hospital cleansers, Chris created Titan Body Wash so his high-school wrestlers -- and gym rats of any age -- could protect themselves from the invading virus, bacteria and fungus army. The hospital-strength product has been an instant hit among the half-nelson set and is suddenly showing up in gyms, CrossFit boxes, MMA training facilities and extreme-sport stores across Long Island. Better safe than itchy.
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A Media Studies graduate fascinated by the arts. I live and work in London at a marketing agency. I love food, travel, reading, social media and visiting museums.
I believe that art can be created and exist anywhere which is why it is wonderful to see all the boundaries between the creative fields being broken down in the contemporary world. I appreciate a range of artists from Old Masters to today's greats that are changing the way the artworld works and questioning what art is. | <urn:uuid:99d828b1-1ce6-4fdf-b362-d41e77c84b1a> | CC-MAIN-2017-26 | http://pictify.saatchigallery.com/user/tfisher/?open | 2017-06-29T10:43:18Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128323908.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20170629103036-20170629123036-00415.warc.gz | en | 0.959534 | 97 |
While most people aren't saving nearly as much as they should for retirement, there is a far smaller group of people who are likely over-saving for the future. These super savers go far out of their way to save a few more bucks, and will take on work on the side in order to earn a bit more. These savers single-mindedly work to make their future as financially secure as it can be. But you may be doing yourself a disservice if you neglect your present in order to financially prepare for retirement. Here's how over-saving for retirement can backfire:
The chances of the absolute worst case scenario happening are similar to the odds of winning the lottery. Some people keep saving after they have accumulated 25 times their expected expenses in retirement, just in case future market returns turn out to be significantly worse than expected. We prepare to live longer than 95 too, even though most of us would be extremely fortunate to make it to 90. We don't count on Social Security just in case the program completely goes away, which is very unlikely to happen. And instead of thinking we can make do with less money in retirement, we plan as if we will have to spend even more than now because our health might fail or our kids could need our help. Sure, it's possible that one or more of these worst case scenarios could play out, but the chances of all or even most of them happening to you is extremely slim.
Some spending once in a while can help motivate you to try harder at work. Some people would quit working immediately if there was no need for additional income, but there are perks of having a job too. The need to get up in the morning to accomplish a task can give life purpose, and the daily stimulation can be healthy for the brain. There's a certain satisfaction that comes with meeting deadlines, and the relationships at work can sometimes turn into lifelong friendships.
A fully retired life too early may be isolating. Imagine no longer needing to wake up at a certain time and being able to schedule every day as you please. You could play golf all day, every day or hang out with friends for lunch all the time. This life sounds amazing if you can make it work, but those who don't proactively set it up often end up sitting at home. If all your friends are still working full time, they may be too busy to meet up on a regular basis, and it could take a considerable amount of effort to meet new friends. The lack of daily activities can be depressing for those who lack the initiative to set up regular social events.
There's a fine line between frugal and cheap. If you are always trying to save at every opportunity, you are at risk of taking saving for the future too far. Do you walk across the plaza or even drive across town because you know another store sells aspirin for 20 cents less a bottle? Do you argue with a spouse who splurged on an expensive item, even though he's been maxing out his Roth IRA since he was 16 years old? The more you save, the faster you'll reach financial freedom. But there's a difference between cutting out unnecessary expenses and relationship-damaging cheapness.
Ultimately, fully living in the present can be just as important as saving for the future. What are you really saving for? Making significant sacrifices to save for the future can ultimately be as harmful as spending needlessly on things you don't need. While most folks need to learn how to give up certain habits in order to better prepare for the future, there's are also a few people who need to loosen their grip on their wallet and spend a little to improve their family life and have a little fun.
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These past few weeks have been a whirlwind, and I’ve been exhausted. But there ain’t no rest for the wicked, and I’ve just gotta keep moving.
Here I am, packing for an early morning flight to Los Angeles, and I figured I’d quickly share with you the contents of my carry-on:
Backpack- Forever21 (similar here)
Comfortable Sneakers- Adidas
Sweater- Target (similar here)
Cosmetics Bag- Forever21
Cereal Bar- Quaker Oats
Wallet- Boutique (similar here)
Phone Case- Nasty Gal (similar here)
I always fly with certain cosmetics items, to ensure I feel my freshest when we land–because a lot of times, I have to hit the ground running.
In my cosmetics bag:
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Sunday, January 15, 2012
Too Much Praise?
"Praise your Dog!"
Have you heard those words often especially in dog training?
Praise provides feedback that tells your dog, "You did well," but it becomes meaningless if given without consideration for the behavior preceding it.
Ineffective accolades before discounts what should be an anticipated reward.
Consistency is the key to any good training method. It includes using properly timed praise to reward desired behaviors.
Withholding praise lets your dog know she missed the mark and must try again to earn rewards. A correction can be the withholding of praise, food, or a toy, followed always with the reward once the desired behavior is achieved. Use, "Try again," when withholding praise, so your dog learns that additional effort brings success and the highly valued praise that means a job well done. | <urn:uuid:522be7e5-3f6f-4971-90a8-46de089c6f58> | CC-MAIN-2017-51 | http://dogtalk101.blogspot.com/2012/01/too-much-praise.html | 2017-12-18T08:50:05Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-51/segments/1512948612570.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20171218083356-20171218105356-00697.warc.gz | en | 0.956541 | 178 |
From down hill to cross country, below you'll find the best prices on your next men's mountain bike.
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I've spent the past couple of years working at a Christian summer camp. I try to go to the same "week" of camp routinely so that the kids get to know me and I get to know them. Since a lot of the kids come from unstable home situations, it's good for them to see the same faces consistently. My goal has been to share the gospel with as many of them as I can and encourage these precious ones in the Lord, but more than that to demonstrate Christ's love as best I can.
There's one little girl I really connected with since I started working as a counselor. Noel was eight when I met her, witty and full of life. Like any kid that age she tended to be fidgety, impatient, and mouth off occasionally. She and I got on really well since we could both be very chatty. During craft times especially I made a point to sit with her and help her with her projects since she was prone to giving up easily. I was so proud of her when she finished her marble game a couple of years back. I think she even managed most of this years crafts by herself.
We were pen-pals for a while, too, until her address changed. I got it again this year on the last full day of camp. Noel was practicing a magic trick one of the leaders had taught her, making me nervous the whole while that she would hurt herself getting it wrong. The next day I saw her off, hugging her before she got into the car with her dad, telling her that Lord willing I would see her next year.
You just never know what the Lord's plan is...
Noel was murdered by her father a couple of days ago. I don't have any connection with her family, I just found out because another camp worker saw it on the news. I didn't know that July 30th would be my last day to tell her that I loved her dearly, but Jesus loved her more. I had been telling someone that week that I wish I could take her home with me. I can't imagine what kind of heartache her mother must being going through, or any of the rest of her family that's left to cope with the mess.
I don't know why God doesn't stop wickedness like this. I don't know why precious little lives are violently ended. I don't know why it is that God decided to call a ten year old girl and her three year old step-sister home to Him in heaven. I don't understand. I know that He is faithful. I know that He is the only wise God. I know that Noel is safe away from hurt now. I pray that her family comes to know God's peace in time.
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Monday, July 8, 2013
Feature #2: Starcia Ague
When one goes through all that she has gone through, and is still eventually able to, as some Americans love to say, “pull herself up by the bootstraps,” and not only that, but make a difference in the world, you’ve got a premium jewel on your hands! Her name is Starcia Ague. She was born in Fort Lewis, Washington (State). Her mother had her when she was 15. When you ask Starcia to describe her childhood she will honestly tell you rape, abuse, neglect, and abandonment characterized her young life. Her father produced meth and her mother became addicted to the drug.
Starcia and her mother would always move—sometimes it would be a friend or family member’s house and other times it would be a homeless shelter. By the time Starcia was 11, her mother kicked her out of the house and Starcia moved in with her dad.
Though it was a complex living situation, for a brief period of time Starcia was able to feel a sense of stability. Her father had the money to buy her clothes for school and school supplies, and therefore Starcia was able to go to school on a regular basis. One day, her father’s house was raided. She was taken to the emergency room as the property was deemed hazardous and her father was arrested. Bail was set for $20,000 cash only. Her father skipped bail and told her he would be back for her, but he never did come back.
Form that point on Starcia’s young life was filled with numerous foster homes and crime. At age of 15 she spent 214 days in detention with six pending Class A felonies. She took plea for three and got sentenced to “juvenile life.” From ages 15-21 she spent in jail.
The turning point in Starcia’s life takes place here—at Naselle Youth Camp (one of the three prisons in Washington for juveniles). Starcia describes it as, “…An amazing beautiful African-American woman came to the jail to give her testimony.” Her mother was in an asylum, and she had also endured a life of rape and abuse. Starcia was so amazed with her story that that day, she decided to accept God into her life at 17 years old.
Knowing that education would be a way out for her, she inquired about taking college classes but the prison administrators laughed at her. Starcia did some research of her own and discovered that, “for every kid who doesn’t graduate the prison gets funding for, so they didn’t want you to graduate in prison.” Starcia being the intelligent young lady that she is, made a deal with the institution—“I’ll graduate a year later if you let me take college classes.” When she was released on her 21st birthday, July 23, 2008, she was five credits away from earning her AA. Immediately she transferred to Washington State University and got her degree in Criminal Justice in 2010.
Starcia is the only juvenile in state of Washington to get a pardon from the governor, which she received on February 17, 2011. She is also a recipient of the 2009 Spirit of Youth Award, which gave her $1,000 towards school.
Today she is the Program Coordinator at The Division of Public Behavioral Health and Justice Policy at the University of Washington. There, she is in engaged in the selection process of mental health training materials for juvenile justice applications in connection with the MacArthur Foundation “Models for Change” project. Starcia also was their 2012 “Champion for Change” recipient. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QD5qHtML2E
In addition, Starcia is working on passing a bill in the state of Washington, so that young juveniles’ records will not have their adjudications available to anyone via electronic dissemination. The state of Washington often sells these records to corporations and individual proprietors, making it one of only three states in the entire nation that make income off of prison records and Starcia is driven to put a stop to it. Otherwise, once juveniles are released, this makes it nearly impossible for them to get a job anywhere, which leads them inevitably right back into the prison system.
It’s worthy to note that Harvard Educational Review Journal published some of Starcia’s work about system reform and being resilient. Starcia would like to go to Harvard to study in the near future. Based on the amazing things she’s done already, I believe without a doubt that she will get to Harvard! To read more about Starcia, please visit www.starciaague.org.
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20 Many Stunning Russian Women. The thing that is best about Russian chicks is that they undoubtedly represent exactly just what a genuine woman is. A lot of them are separate, however they appreciate men’s masculinity, that’s why these are typically a few of the most women that are desirable dating. We now have very very carefully analyzed numerous Slavic ladies from the activity industry, company, and recreations. It is maybe maybe not really a countdown because these beauties have been placed by us arbitrarily.
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• A resident of the 42W900 block of Empire Road near St. Charles reported Thursday that a letter from a "National Lottery" was received informing the resident of winning $153,750, but that a $2,620 "processing fee" was needed, according to a sheriff's report. The resident reported the letter to authorities and no money was sent.
• Four packs of cigarettes were stolen from the Circle K/Shell station at 164 S. Randall Road, it was reported to police at 7:28 p.m. Saturday, police said.
• Robert H. Rivers-Teague, 22, of the 2200 block of West Dugdale Road in Waukegan, was charged with trespassing at 4:15 p.m. Saturday in the 1100 block of E. Wilson Street, according to a police report.
• Aramis J. Somerville, 20, of the 1200 block of East Wilson Street, was charged with disorderly conduct at 6:07 p.m. Oct. 18 at Burger King, 107 N. Batavia Ave., according to a police report. | <urn:uuid:7e92b356-611b-43d6-8605-6854b13f52a9> | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20121023/news/710239747/ | 2018-03-20T17:40:22Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257647519.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20180320170119-20180320190119-00355.warc.gz | en | 0.972948 | 225 |
Garden'S Coffee Hotel- Xiamen
Garden'S Coffee Hotel- Xiamen offers a perfect accommodation in Xiamen.
The property is in Siming district in Xiamen that provides fast access to Zengcuo'an Bathing Spot within a 25-minute walk. Xiamen city center is 8 km away.
Harbour City Restaurant with Cantonese and Fujian specialties is just around the corner.
Housekeeping and newspaper service as well as a free car park, a baggage storage and a cash machine are available for guests' use. | <urn:uuid:58b21f6d-f76b-4bb5-a6f0-aea7e82b2163> | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | http://gardens-coffee.xiamenchinahotels.com/en/ | 2018-07-16T06:19:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676589222.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20180716060836-20180716080836-00088.warc.gz | en | 0.933915 | 121 |
■ School Characteristic
＊Sendai city has many well-known universities and the College,this institute graduation may according individuals wish to recommend various colleges and universities to continue to pursue advanced studies. ＊We help the students to find a part-time job so as the chairperson of the board directors of our school is a member of a group of National Federation of Small Buisiness Associations.
|Fee students have to pay before coming to Japan||661900yen～662150yen・・・Entrance fee 80000yen, Lesson fee 540000yen, Text books 10000yen, Facility Expenses 24000yen, Physical Examination 3000yen, Insurance 4900yen～5150yen(depends on their countries)|
Breakfast and Dinner included.(Except for long term holidays)＊Electric fee is needed separately for each student ＊Single 45000yen(total/month)＊Shareing for two 35000yen(total/month)＊Shareing for four 30000yen(total/month)
Please contact us. http://www.toyo-kokusai.com
1-4-18 Miyamachi, Aoba-ward, Sendai-city 980-0004 JAPAN
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Tasmania is renowned for its world-class fresh local produce and Strahan restaurants feature the best of what’s on offer! When looking for places to eat in Strahan, then a short 5-minute trek up hill is View 42° Restaurant. Nothing good in life comes easy, right? Rest assured a few minutes uphill is well worth the view and food awaiting.
The deck is the perfect place to catch the glorious view and it doesn’t get much better than this – a panoramic snapshot of beautiful Strahan, as the sunsets over the harbour. Sip on a delicious glass of Tasmanian cool climate wine and bask in the ambience.
The new ‘Flavours of Tasmania Tasting Platters’ menu features five unique tasting platters, all of which showcase a wide range of fresh local produce. Cheeses, seafood, meats, breads and antipasto delicacies, are just some of the amazing choices available.
There is something on the menu for everyone, but meat lovers look no further! The Piners & Miners platter comes with an extensive range of Tasmania’s finest premium level meats. A highlight is the Cape Grim beef carpaccio from northwest Tasmania. Tasmanian beef is always rich and full of flavour, reflecting the grass-only diet of the cattle. Feeling game for some “game meat”? Then Lenah Valley wallaby salami is a great choice and is exceptionally lean and delicious in texture quality.
To complete the experience, Executive Sous Chef Steven Wierzbicki went to the trouble of matching the flavours of each platter with the best-suited wine. A Josef Chromy Pinot Noir from Relbia (Northern Tasmania) was the wine of choice and complimented the produce on the platter perfectly.
View 42° truly holds the Taste of Tasmania and the best view in town! It is a great way to end the day, and given that Strahan Village is down the road, one might as well settle in and make a night out of it.
So come on, taste the delectable produce Tasmania has to offer at View 42° Restaurant! | <urn:uuid:2d6f6f3e-a4f6-4307-bbe3-17589fc584f3> | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | https://www.strahanvillage.com.au/blog/Taste-Of-Tasmania-Best-View-In-Town | 2019-04-24T20:31:23Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578656640.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20190424194348-20190424220348-00507.warc.gz | en | 0.924738 | 448 |
Join the Rainbow Rockers on Saturday, January 9th at the Ottawa Curling Club, 8:30 PM for our third annual Trivia Night!
The cost is $15 per person. Register as a team or as an individual requesting to be placed on a team. Teams will be limited to a maximum of six players. If registering as a team, please include your player’s names and the name of your team.
The event is open to everyone so spread the word! There will be prizes for top teams and munchies for everyone.
To make sure we have space (and munchies) for all, please RSVP to Shala at [email protected] by Friday, January 8th. | <urn:uuid:03c8ece9-b7ad-418d-a743-6e7ece606a06> | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | https://rainbowrockers.org/2016/01/trivia-night-january-9-2016/ | 2022-07-06T03:55:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104660626.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20220706030209-20220706060209-00118.warc.gz | en | 0.971333 | 147 |
The year Richard Overton was born Teddy Roosevelt was still president, Upton Sinclair published The Jungle, and San Francisco was nearly leveled by an earthquake. At 107 years old, it's safe to say he's seen some things. Today, in honor of Veteran's Day, Overton, the oldest living WWII veteran, will add President Obama to that very large list when he visits the White House. And how in the hell do you survive a World War and then go right on kicking for another seven decades? According to Overton it's a simple matter of a spoonful of whiskey in your coffee and a dozen cigars per day. Then for lunch you arm-wrestle the Most Interesting Man in the World and for dinner you eat a cinder block. It's basic science people. But of course, as Overton would be likely to tell you, the country is chalk full of badasses just like him, although obviously not quite as old. They're called Veterans, and today is their day, so take a quick moment to remember all of the men and women out there who have served, are serving, and will serve to protect this great country of ours. | <urn:uuid:b7184787-914f-40da-93c6-7404116784ab> | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | https://www.gq.com/story/oldest-living-wwii-veteran-meet-obama-veterans-day | 2020-11-25T14:43:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141182794.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20201125125427-20201125155427-00676.warc.gz | en | 0.979273 | 235 |
An American Reunion: A close group of friends return to their hometown to face the reality of how their friendships and promises have altered and dissipated. Only to find that once their friendship is threatened by a traumatic circumstance, they are reunited by having to support and love each other to realise their eternal bond.
|Released:||May 15, 2003|
|Genres:||Drama Comedy Romance|
|Actors:||Caitlyn Tyler Cole Carlene Moore Con Schell Corbin Timbrook Danny Wantland Granville Ames Greg Collins Jane Higginson Jim Fitzpatrick Jodi Knotts John Bradley John Castellanos Madeleine Lindley Paul Vogt Peter Allen Vogt Philip Brown Quinn K Redeker Robert Copple Rochelle Swanson Stephen Saux Tyler MacDuff|
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I had to change schools because the one I was at didn't have the right programs for me. I really miss it and I want to go back, but I am excited to be in a new school.
It is really an old school though. It was built in 1927. It has such pretty buildings and concrete. My dad went to this school when he was my age. It was really old then too.
I met my new teacher today. Her name is Miss Smith. She is really nice and her classroom is really neat. There are lots of great kids in my class too. My new friend from down the street goes to this school too and we got to play together at lunch. The best part is pizza and salad for lunch every day!!
When I saw my classroom door, for the first time, there was a huge picture of The Cat in The Hat and this class uses the same math book as my other school and I got an A on my first test!! I think I am going to fit right in, once I get caught up. They started school a month before my last school, so I am kind of behind, but it means I get out of school a month earlier than I was going to.
I am still going to blog about school. I have a big social studies project due soon. I can't wait to show that off. I have also changed my blog colors for the new school.
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DATE OF RELEASE: Thursday, January 8th, 1998
NEW YORK, NY -- Employers and college professors reach dramatically different conclusions from parents, students and K-12 teachers over whether public school students are academically prepared for the work place or college, a new Public Agenda study shows. The findings from the five groups surveyed on the impact of higher standards in the classroom were released today. Public Agenda's Reality Check is a special feature of Education Week's annual report Quality Counts.
Sixty-three percent of employers and 76% of professors of college freshman and sophomores believe a high school diploma from a local public school is no guarantee that a student has learned the basics, but only 26% of K-12 teachers, 32% of parents and 22% of high school students have similar concerns. Nearly seven in ten employers (68%) say the graduates they see are not ready to succeed in the work place, and 52% of college professors say the students they observe lack the skills necessary to succeed in college. They can't spell. And there are other major flaws in their memos. The tenses are not consistent and all kinds of things are wrong. It all goes back to the schools, an employer in New York City said in a focus group conducted for this survey.
'Reality Check' presents a mixed picture, Deborah Wadsworth, Public Agenda's Executive Director said. Students told us their schools emphasize academic achievement, but that most of their classmates do the bare minimum to get by. Parents say their states and school districts are raising academic standards, but few know how their children's skills measure up to those of students in other regions. While nearly half of K-12 teachers state they expect more from students due to local standards, a similar number report their expectations have not changed. And college professors and employers are deeply troubled about high school graduates' academic abilities. A sense that the standards movement lacks teeth emerges from this research, although clearly the word is out on the need for academic standards to be higher, Wadsworth added.
The Standards Banner
The majority of public schools appear to be focused on standards. Eighty-eight percent of K-12 teachers say formal discussions among faculty and administrators about improving academic performance in their schools have occurred; nine in ten students say their schools place a heavy emphasis on academics; and only 26% of parents say too little attention is paid to this issue at the meetings they attend. In addition, three-quarters of employers (78%) and professors (76%) say they are aware local schools are working to raise standards.
Not a Blanket Condemnation
But the heightened attention paid to academic standards has yet to produce the results employers and college professors expect -- large majorities give fair or poor ratings to public school graduates for basic math skills, grammar and spelling, and clear writing ability. Recent graduates, however, receive better grades on some of the new basic skills many consider useful in the modern economy. In fact, the majority of employers and professors say recent graduates can work well with others and have good or excellent computer skills.
Urban Schools and Standards
Urban high school teachers mirror, albeit to a lesser degree, the concerns expressed by employers and college professors over academic achievement. For example, only 34% of urban teachers say their communities' public schools have higher academic standards than private schools, compared to 59% of nonurban teachers, and only one in five urban high school teachers (19%), versus nearly half (47%) of nonurban teachers, believes his/her students have the skills needed to do well in college. Somewhere along the line...the message came from higher up that they needed to lower the standards for children in high-impact neighborhoods, said a teacher in a Los Angeles focus group.
Problems That Are Not There
Some specific complaints that sometimes emerge in focus groups or informal conversations with K-12 teachers and education reformers do not appear to be widespread. For example, while concern has occasionally been voiced about parental interference, nearly three-quarters of teachers (74%) say they have rarely or never been pressured by parents or administrators to promote a student they wanted to hold back. The same percentage of teachers say most parents support their efforts to push students academically. Concern about professional development has also been raised, but 85% of teachers say professional development opportunities are present, and a strong majority (77%) think the support and mentoring of new teachers by their schools is good or excellent.
For standards advocates and others there is some heartening news. By overwhelming margins, parents and teachers, as well as employers and college professors, believe academic performance can be improved by setting clear guidelines for what students are expected to learn and know. Fifty percent of high school teachers say the number of students taking advanced-placement or honors classes has increased in recent years. And the majority of parents think their schools do a good or excellent job of quickly informing them if their child has an academic problem, providing them with guidance on how to get their children excited about learning, and sending home progress reports between report cards.
Based on these surveys, parents, kids, and teachers are all talking about the need to do better. Good intentions may produce results, but the judgments of the professors and employers are sobering. If parents, teachers, and students don't really grasp what the outside world expects of them, we are witnessing a communications gap of enormous and potentially devastating consequences, added Wadsworth.
Reality Check is based on five telephone surveys within the continental United States. These include a survey of 700 parents with children currently attending public schools in grades K-12; 700 public school students in middle or high schools; 700 K-12 public school teachers; 250 employers who make hiring decisions about employees who have recently graduated from high school or college; and 250 college professors at two- and four-year colleges who taught freshmen or sophomores in the last two years. The margin of error for parents, students, and teachers is plus or minus 4%; for employers and college professors it is plus or minus 7%. Six exploratory focus groups were conducted with public school teachers, students and parents in New York City, Boston, Los Angeles and Birmingham, Alabama.
The Public Agenda researchers and authors of Reality Check include Steve Farkas, Senior Vice President and Director of Research, Jean Johnson, Senior Vice President and Director of Programs, and Ann Duffett, Senior Research Associate. Funding for this research was provided by the Pew Charitable Trusts. Copies of Quality Counts '98 in which Reality Check is featured can be obtained from Education Week by calling 301/280-3100 or going online: http://www.edweek.org. Additional Reality Check data is available on Public Agenda's new Web site, Public Agenda Online, http://www.publicagenda.org. Also available is Reality Check: Complete Questionnaire Results which can be ordered from Public Agenda after January 8th for $40.00 (call 212/686-6610).
Reality Check will be repeated by Public Agenda for Quality Counts a year from now. Anyone interested in considering commissioning state-specific studies in the next cycle should contact Alex Trilling at Public Agenda.
Public Agenda is a nonpartisan, nonprofit public opinion research and education organization working to help citizens better understand complex policy issues and to help the nation's leaders better understand the public's point of view. It was founded in 1975 by social scientist and author Daniel Yankelovich and former United States Secretary of State Cyrus Vance. | <urn:uuid:7201fd34-0c43-470b-949f-be4119cf3f59> | CC-MAIN-2014-35 | http://publicagenda.org/press-releases/employers-and-college-professors-voice-frustration-over-graduates-academic-weakness | 2014-08-27T23:15:03Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-35/segments/1408500829916.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20140820021349-00188-ip-10-180-136-8.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.964325 | 1,520 |
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Stanley Adams (7 April 1915 – 27 April 1977; age 62) was an actor and writer of stage and screen. In 1967, he played Cyrano Jones in the classic Star Trek: The Original Series episode "The Trouble with Tribbles". He also co-wrote the TOS episode "The Mark of Gideon". He went on to contribute his voice to the animated series episode "More Tribbles, More Troubles", reprising the role of Cyrano Jones.
In 1996, archive footage of his appearance in "The Trouble with Tribbles" was used in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Trials and Tribble-ations", nineteen years after his death by a self-inflicted gunshot.
Born in New York City, Adams made appearances in several films during the 1930s, but continued working primarily in theater. It was not until he recreated his stage role of the bartender in the 1951 film version of Death of a Salesman that he decided to pursue a consistent career in that medium.
One of his earliest credited film roles came in the science fiction comedy The Atomic Kid, which co-starred fellow TOS guest actors Whit Bissell and Peter Brocco. Since then, he appeared in such classic, Oscar-nominated motion pictures as Alfred Hitchcock's North by Northwest (1959, co-starring Lawrence Dobkin, Robert Ellenstein and Ken Lynch), Blake Edwards' Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961) and Stanley Kramer's 1965 drama Ship of Fools (co-starring Michael Dunn and Barbara Luna). Adams' role in the 1963 drama Lilies of the Field (with cinematography by Ernest Haller and music by Jerry Goldsmith) was referenced in the Trek episode in which Adams appeared. In evaluating the tribbles, Mr. Spock paraphrases Matthew 6:28 by saying they are like "the lilies of the field-- they toil not, neither do they spin."
Adams also had a small, unbilled role in the 1956 drama Somebody Up There Likes Me. This film was directed by Robert Wise, who would go on to direct Star Trek: The Motion Picture. Also appearing uncredited in the film were fellow Star Trek alumni Robert Easton and Roy Jenson. Later, Adams appeared in 1959's High School Big Shot (costarring Virginia Aldridge). Adams and Jenson also appeared together in the 1960 Western North to Alaska, along with Charles Seel. Perhaps Adams' most notable film role, however, is that of Perelli in the 1962 boxing drama Requiem for a Heavyweight.
His other major film credits include Studs Lonigan (1960, starring Frank Gorshin), The Outsider (1961, with Paul Comi), The Young Savage (1961, with Clegg Hoyt), Critic's Choice (1963, with Lucille Ball and Grace Lee Whitney), The Gene Krupa Story (1963, with Yvonne Craig, Lawrence Dobkin, Celia Lovsky, and Susan Oliver), Fate Is the Hunter (1964, with Nehemiah Persoff), A House Is Not a Home (1964, with Roger C. Carmel and Michael Forest), Nevada Smith (1966, with Brian Keith and Paul Fix), and the 1967 Elvis Presley picture Double Trouble.
His television credits continued to increase during this time, as well. During the 1950s, he appeared on such programs as The Silent Service (with Liam Sullivan and Leonard Nimoy), Gunsmoke, Maverick (with Michael Dante), and The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis. Throughout the 1960s, he could be seen on Thriller, Have Gun - Will Travel, The Andy Griffith Show, Wagon Train, The Untouchables (which, like Star Trek, was also produced by Desilu), Bonanza, The Twilight Zone, Perry Mason, The Addams Family, The Dick Van Dyke Show, Batman, Gilligan's Island, and Lost in Space, among many others.
Adams continued receiving steady work throughout the 1970s, with appearances on The Odd Couple, Mannix, and Ironside, among other TV shows. He was also a part of the cast – along with Elisha Cook, Jr. and Barry Atwater – of 1972's The Night Stalker, a TV movie which would lead to the acclaimed but short-lived series Kolchak: The Night Stalker, starring John Fiedler. Adams himself appeared in an episode of this series in 1974, along with Robert DoQui. Adams even continued performing in films, such as Russ Meyer's 1971 drama The Seven Minutes (with Charles Napier and Jan Shutan), Woody Allen's 1972 comedy Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex * But Were Afraid to Ask (with Ian Abercrombie and Jay Robinson), and the 1974 crime drama Act of Vengeance. His life came to an end by his own hand when he committed suicide in 1977. He had just turned 62 years old. | <urn:uuid:aa4e8cd7-3c74-4ed3-bf52-88afea12175f> | CC-MAIN-2017-26 | http://memory-alpha.wikia.com/wiki/Stanley_Adams | 2017-06-27T10:45:01Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128321309.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20170627101436-20170627121436-00270.warc.gz | en | 0.968037 | 1,019 |
NBA all-stars LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant received special shoes from Nike commemorating Houston's tie to space exploration.
Houston, you've got a space shoe.
Nike has introduced a new set of colors and designs for its line of basketball sneakers sparked by the Texas city's space lineage.
Specifically, the Christopher C. Kraft, Jr. Mission Control Center at NASA's Johnson Space Center — widely known by its radio call sign "Houston" — provided the sportswear company with the "creative inspiration" for a collection of shoes for NBA all-stars LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant.
Houston received the official nickname of "Space City" in 1967 because it is the heart of NASA's manned spaceflight program. The Johnson Space Center, which marked its 50th anniversary in 2011, has led crewed missions to the moon and International Space Station, and is home to the United States' astronaut corps.
"Space exploration defies practical reality. To launch into space on a mission to reveal the unknown can be mind- boggling," Nike stated on its website. "There is no limit to the potential for discovery. These unlimited barriers also apply to Nike Basketball's design philosophy — no limits, no restrictions, rooted in exploration and discovery." [Giant Leaps: Top Milestones of Human Spaceflight]
Working together as a team, Nike Basketball's color lead Eugene Rogers and graphic designer Erick Goto dove into Houston's connection to space exploration to create more than just a few new shoe designs. They also devised a basketball universe led by Nike's elite three players. James, Bryant and Durant appear in a distant universe, where players are not just stars — they come to life as fictional exoplanets on each of the three following shoes:
- LEBRON X – "Originating from fictional Nike Space Program (NSP) planet NSP-LJ6, LeBron James' dominance was born from the volcanic surface in the planet's mantle," describes Nike. "He's rumored to have journeyed to earth on a meteor made of the galaxy's hardest substance — black diamonds."
- KOBE 8 SYSTEM – "With origins rooted on a planet marked as NSP-KB24, the Ice Mamba circles the volatile surface as guardian of the five rings. The wise veteran is known to strike with moves that leave his opponents frozen."
- KD V – "Identified as Dark Matter, the biological and molecular breakdown of this figure [Durant] remains a puzzle for scientists. Early readings of its origin, NSP-KD35, have sent back conflicting reports of a planet that is simultaneously solid, liquid, and gas — properties that make his game adaptable to any situation."
"It was an intricate, creative and fun project intended to celebrate the game's best," Nike wrote about the brightly colored shoes' design.
The space concept was also incorporated into select Nike Basketball apparel including the Nike Hyper Elite Galaxy shorts and a collection of three t-shirts for James, Bryant and Durant.
The three Nike Basketball shoes specially engineered for Houston — KOBE 8 SYSTEM, KD V and LEBRON X — went on sale Friday (Feb. 15) at select retail stores and online at Nike.com. The sneakers' introduction was timed to coincide with the 2013 NBA All-Star Game, which was played Sunday (Feb. 17) in Houston's Toyota Center.
The new Houston basketball collection is not the first time Nike has looked toward space explorationfor inspiration. Last February, the company introduced a "galactic theme" based on astronauts' spacesuits for James, Bryant and Durant. And in January 2010, Nike partnered with Apollo 11 moonwalker Buzz Aldrin to introduce the Rocket Hero Mavrk Mid 2 featuring an upper design based on photos taken by the astronaut while he was on the moon. | <urn:uuid:7de301e0-6aad-4b48-8bca-8329ea1cd220> | CC-MAIN-2014-15 | http://www.space.com/19908-nike-basketball-shoes-space-exploration.html | 2014-04-23T19:59:29Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-15/segments/1398223203422.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20140423032003-00524-ip-10-147-4-33.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.957592 | 787 |
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Clinton County Public Transit (CCPT) serves Clinton County and the City of Plattsburgh. We are a public transportation provider with a fleet of sixteen buses. CCPT provides approximately 150,000 rides per year linking the towns within Clinton County to the City of Plattsburgh. It is our goal to provide a safe and reliable service that is both accessible and affordable to the residents and visitors of Clinton County.
CCPT offers transportation to and from the City of Plattsburgh by way of AuSable, Champlain/Rouses Point, Clayburg, Ellenburg, and Lyon Mountain.
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Hey! I got more pictures from LeAnna in Juba!
For those of you just tuning in, Chump Nation turned its awesome generosity to an orphanage school in Juba, South Sudan where my friend LeAnna, a USAID officer, is stationed. LeAnna created a X-mas wish list on Amazon for the school, in lieu of giving or receiving gifts this year, and unbeknownst to her, I published the list here, and chumps bought everything on the list within 24 hours. (Thus abusing the diplomatic pouch mail system apparently…. oops.)
The books, shoes, and toys were delivered at the school’s Christmas party, and I posted some pictures LeAnna sent earlier. But, she was back to read books to the kids, and posted more pictures of the loot we sent on Facebook.
So, in following up to yesterday’s post of getting rid of cheater crap, if anyone is having a yard sale and feeling generous with their proceeds, consider a donation to Confident Children Out of Conflict who run the orphanage school in Juba. (And another town to the north. We bought so much stuff, they divvied it up with another orphanage up country.) That link is to their Facebook page which has links to PayPal in various currencies. These people operate on a shoe string, and as anyone who reads the news knows, South Sudan is a hell hole, and these kids are caught up in it. Stuff to them means a LOT.
Without further ado, here’s more pictures! Chump Nation you ROCK. Thanks again for your donations and let’s do something like this every X-mas, okay? | <urn:uuid:e525bf3d-8ca3-4d5f-b7d6-3015952e4152> | CC-MAIN-2019-51 | https://www.chumplady.com/2015/01/sparkly-shoes-orphan-update/ | 2019-12-05T14:44:54Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-51/segments/1575540481076.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20191205141605-20191205165605-00272.warc.gz | en | 0.961914 | 347 |
West Brom: Nobody Seems To Like Pepe Mel (But He Doesn't Care)
The ticking managerial time bomb (not a fan of the "managerial merry-go-round" expression) is once again poised to explode, this time right in the face of Martin Jol doppelgänger and West Brom manager Pepe Mel.
The Spaniard is yet to taste victory in England after six games at the Baggies' helm and Chairman Jeremy Peace has allegedly given Mel six games to turn the club's fortunes around, before he throws Mel overboard.
The Baggies have won just FOUR of their TWENTY SEVEN league games this season, the worst in the entire top four English divisions.
(It is worth noting, mind, that one of those four wins was at Old Trafford) (It is also worth nothing, mind, that that fact doesn't mean half as much as it used to)
It's not only the Chairman that has expressed his concerns, but the players too.
With his penchant for maniacal gaze and knack for steel-girded stubbornness, he's had more than a few comparisons with Chilean tyrant/football hipster's wet dream Marcelo Bielsa but reports suggest that the team's preference is to adopt their usual counter-attacking style, how they played under previous boss Steve Clarke that led them to their highest ever league finish of 8th.
However, Mel seems insistent on his side playing similar to his previous employers Real Betis, high-tempo pressing.
West Brom have no game scheduled for this weekend, with their proposed opponents, Sunderland, making a wasted trip to Wembley to be humiliated in the Capital One Cup final.
That-being-that, Mel's next fixture is a must win as they again face David Moyes' lowly Manchester United at the Hawthorns, a tie that last season produced a ten goal thriller (5-5) in what was Sir Alex's last game in charge. | <urn:uuid:a28cbf95-d023-4230-96fa-0542e91708dc> | CC-MAIN-2017-09 | http://sabotagetimes.com/football/west-brom-chairman-sets-managerial-time-bomb-for-pepe-mel | 2017-02-24T21:44:53Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-09/segments/1487501171630.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20170219104611-00184-ip-10-171-10-108.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.976328 | 403 |
a friendly reminder of some of the pre & post stuff going on with SPACE: Friday the 12th:
- a highly recommended tour through the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library.
5-7pm. The largest repository of comic art in the country. located on
OSU's campus next to the Wexner Center. cartoons.osu.edu
party at the Laughing Ogre. (4258 N High St.) from 7:30pm till 11pm. If
you have a chance, I suggest sneaking out for an ice cream fix at
Jeni's ice cream next door then popping back for the comic love. Saturday the 13th:
- Drink &Jam Live art event at the Bow Tie's lounge (in the hotel). 8pm- 12pm.
- S.P.A.C.E. Polymaths After Party Pageant @ the Kerouac Café 2250 N. High St. (campus) 8pm till ? | <urn:uuid:bfa85492-a35e-493e-aeeb-73f3cc5cf6ec> | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | http://spaceguy13.blogspot.com/2013/04/a-friendly-reminder-of-some-of-pre-post.html | 2018-07-21T21:11:25Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676592778.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20180721203722-20180721223722-00031.warc.gz | en | 0.880474 | 197 |
What I used:
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BitsNBobs Alice poser can be found for free on her blog here:
What I did:
I used Adobe Photoshop Elements 6.0 to make this tag
1. Open a blank canvas 600 pixels x 600 pixels, transparent.
2. Use the circular marquee selector to create a large circle in the center of the canvas. Fill with paper of choice (paper21).
3. Copy & paste apple blossom3 onto the right hand side of the circle, slanting it slightly & adjusting size as desired. Flip the apple blossom horizontally & copy & paste onto left hand side of the circle, adjusting to mirror the first apple blossom.
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5. Copy & paste Alice poser into center of tag, adjusting size as desired.
6. Copy & paste flower spray1, sizing & positioning on Alice’s lap.
7. Add text; in this case, the font is Allegro.
8. Save tag.
Last, but far from least, I created a freebie quick page. So, you can see how versatile this kit is. You may want to add it to your collection, especially now when it is on sale for only $1.50! | <urn:uuid:fbec89f4-86d4-4824-be2b-2f38125d93c5> | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | http://scrappyluv.blogspot.com/2009/05/flutterby-blue-layout-tag.html | 2018-05-21T18:43:47Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794864466.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20180521181133-20180521201133-00313.warc.gz | en | 0.72586 | 336 |
Kat’s story really impacted me as I thought it was so realistic. It definitely had me thinking that Alaska because of its isolation is pretty safe from epidemics, such as the current Measles breakout in the lower 48. So I thought about how interesting Kat’s plot and was glad I got to interview her. I was curious as to how she created this, so questions revolved around the creation process. Kat is a right brain kind of person which is evident in her highlighting the importance of teaching arts and culture in her story. Also, the use of quotes throughout. Something she spoke of in the interview was of how many times she had gone through the revision process, which is why I think her book was so captivating. Revision is so essential and Kat’s book is proof of how strong a piece can be after ongoing revision.
Interview here and below: | <urn:uuid:e632a100-2caa-4a49-b341-ac9736b66617> | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | https://digitalstorytelling.community.uaf.edu/interview-with-kat-geuea/ | 2023-03-22T03:33:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296943749.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20230322020215-20230322050215-00650.warc.gz | en | 0.988493 | 180 |
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Only one newspaper — the conservative Washington Times — has picked up on the cryptic but crucial conversation yesterday between Rep. James Langevin and General Keith Alexander in a sparsely attended hearing of the House Armed Services Committee yesterday. Langevin (chair of a congressional subcommittee on cybersecurity) asked General Alexander (head of the military’s National […]
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Representative Joe Wilson: As a command, what will you do from a process perspective as well as from a technological perspective to ensure that privacy and civil liberties are protected? Is there anything Congress can do to assist you in your efforts?
General Keith B. […]
The International Security Assistance Force commander released comments today by David Petraeus, speaking in his capacity as a U.S. General and head of ISAF in Afghanistan. Asked a question about the plans of a church in Florida to burn a Quran in a few days, Petraeus responded with the following:
It could endanger troops and […]
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Cold Weather Headed To The Albany Area
With temps only reaching into the teens for the rest of the week, it's essential that one bundles up, right? Hat, gloves and multiple layers will assure warmth as a blast of 'winter' hits the Albany area. BTW, while we're used to 'cold' temps, how long has it been since we've seen the frigid temps we're about to see? It's been awhile right? Imagine being stuck outside in it? Burrrrr.....
Do me a favor? Head outside in your boxers, short sleeve shirt and slippers this evening? It's only going to reach around 0 tonight and I want you to understand what a man in Siberia recently found himself dealing with.
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This intensive hands-on one-day training course has been designed to provide delegates with a solid understanding of advanced tools and concepts in Access in order to increase their knowledge and productivity. Who Should Attend?
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The McConaissance has reached its pinnacle. Matthew McConaughey, star of such throwaway rom-com fare as "Failure to Launch," "Fool's Gold" and "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days," is now the proud owner of one heck of a hard-won Best Actor Oscar for his full-bodied turn in "Dallas Buyers Club."
McConaughey's steady rise to awards-season glory has been years in the making, as the continued king of thrice-repeated "alrights" and persistent preacher of the "just keep livin'" mode of, well, living, has worked hard to round out his once-throwaway résumé with daring parts. Otherwise ignored by the Academy for such films as "Killer Joe," "Mud" and "Magic Mike," McConaughey's stirring portrayal of a tough-talking good old boy who discovers he has HIV in Jean-Marc Vallee's fact-based film was instantly hard to ignore.
The actor already made the awards-season rounds before grabbing his Oscar, including wins at the Screen Actors Guild Awards and last night's Independent Spirit Awards, both times winning alongside co-star Jared Leto as Best Supporting Actor, who picked up his very own Oscar earlier in the show (also his first).
McConaughey had plenty of competition in the category — facing off with four-time nominee Leonardo DiCaprio, rising star Chiwetel Ejiofor, twice-nominated Bruce Dern, and one-time winner Christian Bale — but the continued heat on his performance and the inevitability that he would eventually snag his own Oscar proved to be hard to match.
The actor's acceptance speech didn't disappoint, as the clearly overjoyed (and obviously a touch overwhelmed) winner took to the stage to dole out the usual thanks — the Academy, the other nominees (all "impeccable," by his approximation), director Vallee, co-stars Leto and Jennifer Garner — before launching into a moving and memorable bit about the three things he needs each day.
As he told it, "one of them is something to look up to, another is something to look forward to and another is someone to chase." McConaughey then broke it down with some serious grace and gravitas. Who does he look up to? God himself, who has shown him that "it's a scientific fact that gratitude reciprocates." What does he look forward to? His family, including his deceased father, whom he quite colorfully pictures up in heaven with "a big pot of gumbo, he's got a lemon meringue pie over there, he's probably in his underwear, and he's got a cold can of Miller Lite, and he's dancing right now."
And who does McConaughey chase? His very own hero: himself, just ten years down the line, an ideal that he's "never gonna beat."
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Your business is incredibly important, whether you have spent countless hours (even years) building it or are just getting it off the ground. Either way, you know that every single cent you put into your business should have a purpose. We understand this here at Business Pundit, so we think you should consider one of the best business credit cards to help put your money to work.
A credit card for your business can be a very wise choice when you consider your bottom line. Credit card companies want your business, so they are constantly offering cash back, airline miles, and other rewards for using their financial products. If you don’t take advantage of the rewards banks offer for their products, you are essentially giving away money.
The best philosophy to have when utilizing a business credit card is to treat it like a debit card. Don’t spend money that you don’t have, as credit cards typically charge exorbitant interest rates, up to almost 30%. Pay off your bill in full every month so that interest doesn’t cut into or completely wipe out the value of your cash back and rewards.
We think you should seriously consider opening a credit card account for your business. Check out some of the best business credit cards below and see how they can start working for you.
Top Picks for Business Credit Cards
Best for Online Businesses and Online Advertising
Chase Ink Business Preferred
So much of business nowadays goes toward the internet—shopping, marketing, and shipping, among others. If you are not using the internet to help promote your business or advertise your products and services, your competitors will. This is where the Chase Ink Business Preferred credit card shines, providing a ton of value to you and your business.
For just a $95 annual fee, this card earns a ton of rewards for a vast majority of your typical business purchases. You will earn three Ultimate Rewards Points on all of the following categories: advertising purchases made with search engines and social media sites; shipping purchases; internet, cable, and phone services; and travel.
At a minimum, that’s like earning 3% cash back on all of those purchases. If you use it for travel (personal or business), you would get at least 3.75% back. You will earn the three points per dollar on up to the first $150,000 you spend in the bonus categories.
As an incentive to get this business credit card, you can also earn a massive sign-up bonus. You can earn 100,000 Ultimate Rewards Points if you spend $15,000 on the card within the first three months of opening the account. That’s a minimum of $1,000 cash back or $1,250 back toward your travel purchases.
This card is also great if you like to travel for fun or if your business requires you to travel. As mentioned, it earns three points on your travel expenses, but it also has a lot of other travel benefits. It charges no foreign transaction fees, has trip cancellation and interruption insurance, and provides an auto rental collision damage waiver. This can make your travel much less stressful (and less expensive) by protecting you in the event an unplanned mishap occurs while you’re out of town.
Your Ultimate Rewards points can also be transferred to one of many other airline and hotel loyalty programs at a 1:1 ratio. That means your points can potentially be worth even more when you transfer them to other programs. If you want to book travel at the cash rate though, you can book your accommodations, flights, and activities through the Chase booking portal at a value of 1.25 cents per point.
So even if your business is not solely online, or if you don’t do a lot of advertising and marketing online, you can still find massive value with the Chase Ink Business Preferred credit card. But if you do spend a lot in this card’s bonus categories, it is an absolute no-brainer to apply now for this card.
Best for Business Travel
The Business Platinum Card from American Express
If you own a business that relies heavily on travel, or if you are a jet-setter that travels the world when you’re not working, the Business Platinum Card from American Express is likely the ideal business credit card for you. Despite its large annual fee, this card offers a ton of value and perks when traveling and rewards you for all of your travel purchases.
Let’s address the one downside to this business card: It comes with a $595 annual fee. That may seem like a lot, but when you take into account all of the various perks, rewards, and benefits of this card, you will see that it is worth much more than $595.
First off, the card has a massive sign-up bonus worth up to $1,500 in travel. If you spend $15,000 on the card within the first three months of opening the account, you will earn a bonus of 75,000 Membership Rewards points.
As the best business credit card for travel, this card offers what seems like an endless laundry list of travel benefits and perks. To start, this card earns five Membership Rewards points on all travel-related purchases made through amextravel.com. That could be 10% back on your travel purchases so you can travel even more. All other purchases earn one point per dollar (or 1.5 points per dollar on purchases over $5,000). If you book your travel and pay with your points, you will get 35% of those points back up to 500,000 per year. To make your points even more valuable, you can transfer them to one of over 20 different airline and hotel loyalty programs.
Not only does the card offer great savings when you book your travel, it has a ton of benefits that make traveling so much more relaxing and luxurious. You will get a $200 annual airline incidental credit for things like seat upgrades and checked baggage; this credit alone covers a third of the annual fee each year. You will fly through Custom or TSA screening thanks to the Global Entry ($100) or TSA Pre-Check ($85) statement credit.
Once through security, you can relax in an airport lounge with food and drinks thanks to complimentary access to the American Express Global Lounge Collection, which includes over 1,200 different lounges in 130 countries. Once you reach your destination, you will get the royal treatment at Marriott and Hilton hotels courtesy of the complimentary Marriott and Hilton Gold Elite status. You won’t pay any foreign transaction fees when out of the country either.
If by chance you experience an unfortunate situation when traveling, this card has you covered most of the time. It includes trip delay insurance, trip cancellation and interruption insurance, car rental loss and damage insurance, and baggage insurance. This card allows you to travel comfortably and as stress-free as possible.
One thing to be aware of is that the airline incidental credit as well as the 35% points rebate are applicable to only one airline that you select. The 35% rebate does apply to any airline when booking business or first class fare, though. The $200 airline credit also can’t be used to cover airfare directly, only incidental charges.
And last but not least is the $200 statement credit you will get every year for Dell Technology purchases (broken into $100 credit for January to June and another for July to December). This can help cover any Dell computer or laptop purchases for your business.
As you can see, the Business Platinum Card from American Express is jam-packed with benefits for your work travel. If you regularly have to fly around the country or internationally for work, this card is going to make your life so much more comfortable and stress-free. Leave the stress for the big meeting with your top client, and travel carefree with this card.
Best for Business Cash Back
Capital One Spark Cash for Business
Cash: It keeps your business running, and a little more of it always helps. That’s where the Capital One Spark Cash for Business credit card can help you out. It is a flat rate cash back business card that rewards you well for every single purchase you make. It’s not a flashy card with tons of benefits and perks, but its potential in value is definitely worth its fee.
Having complex programs, transferring points, and tracking a bunch of business categories is not for everybody. We know that as a business owner, you have a lot of things to keep track of and that sometimes means the simple approach of flat rate cash back is ideal. This card does just that by giving you 2% cash back on all of your purchases without imposing any sort of limit.
When you open the card, you will have three months from account opening to spend $4,500 for your sign-up bonus. Once you reach the spending requirement, you will get an additional $500 cash back. That is a great sign-up bonus for a card that waives the annual fee for the first year. There is a $95 fee to have the card every year after that. In order to cover the fee for the card, you will have to put only $4,750 in business purchases on the card each year. Everything after that is extra money in your pocket.
This card does a few other notable perks and benefits worth mentioning. When traveling abroad, you won’t pay any foreign transaction fees and you will get an auto rental damage waiver. One great benefit as a business owner is that employee cards on the account do not incur another annual fee like some premium business credit cards. Lastly, you get purchase security and extended warranty protection on eligible purchases with this card.
As a business owner or entrepreneur, you have a lot of things to worry about, and maximizing credit card rewards may not be at the top of your priorities. However, if you still want to maximize your rewards, simply consider the Capital One Spark Cash for Business credit card.
Why Get a Business Credit Card?
When it comes to managing finance for your business, you want to make sure that you aren’t squandering any opportunity to make more money or save money. A credit card for your business can provide you both of these things and more.
The number one benefit to having a business credit card is that it provides fraud coverage in the event somebody else gets ahold of your information. Credit card companies and banks monitor activity on your account and can identify fraud easily and quickly. If their system misses something, they provide an easy way for you to dispute charges as well. This is the biggest advantage of a credit card over a debit card for your business expenses. The last thing you want is to find out somebody else racked up a huge bill on your account and then be liable to pay for it.
The next best advantage in using a credit card for your business is that it can provide all sorts of benefits and rewards. With every swipe of your business card, you can earn cash back or travel rewards. This benefit can significantly help your bottom line, especially if your expenses column runs high on a monthly basis. If you pick the right business credit card, you could be earning up to 5% back on every dollar you spend. If you don’t use a credit card, you will be losing out on free travel and cash back in your pocket.
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Religions, regardless of how accurate one finds them to be, serve as a means to attaining a more spiritual and deeper perspective in existence and life. They all hold deep philosophical contexts beneath the parabolic surface and they all tell a similar story.
And while you will hear many divided opinions regarding the role of religion in society, the truth is that all of these opinions take on different approaches to notions that can be easily viewed from different angles.
As a result, the many -isms that pop up serve to define the attitudes of the people toward the religious and spiritual interpretations of reality and existence. The most common approaches to this are the monotheistic (there is one God) and atheistic (there is no God) viewpoints which are on the opposite sides of the spectrum.
In between, there is deism (the belief that there is a God who doesn’t get personally involved), polytheism (the belief in many gods), and agnosticism (the uncertainty that there is a God).
And the one viewpoint which encompasses all these viewpoints and embraces them with equal understanding is OMNISM – the recognition and respect of all religions.
The word ‘omnism’ comes from the Latin word ‘omnis’ which means ‘all’. The Oxford Dictionary defines an omnist as “a person who believes in all faiths or creeds; a person who believes in a single transcendent purpose or cause uniting all things or people, or the members of a particular group of people.
Omnism means taking every religious approach with an open mind and finding the connection between them, thus uniting them into a singular philosophy. And omnists believe that every religion serves to provide pieces of information in the great puzzle of life and existence as a whole.
Most importantly, omnism stands in opposition to dogmatism, as these people take religious information with a grain of salt and create a universal understanding of the spiritual teachings, focusing on the wisdom they provide, rather than the ‘facts’ they impose.
Omnism comes as a result of an awakened society, and many people practice its philosophy even without being aware of the existence of the word.
In truth, today’s society has taught us that religious stigmatization on the basis of stereotypes and misconceptions is completely irrelevant and incorrect. We now know that people of different religions are not ‘monsters’ and ‘backward savages,’ but rather a beautiful collection of loving and peaceful ideologies that have a lot in common.
Which is more, advancements in science and technology have taught us much about the things we didn’t know and opened our eyes to a truth different from the one portrayed in religious texts.
And really, one’s mind cannot be but transformed in the vastness of information and insight that is available to all of us and understand what truly matters in life. Omnists embrace the path of spirituality and understand that the Universe is much more complex than previously thought.
In some way, it seems that most of society today is heading toward omnism. While the vast knowledge available to us today doesn’t allow us to simply disregard it in favor of outdated ideologies, many people still have faith in something greater than themselves.
At its root, omnism comes with a strong sense of open-mindedness, thought, and exploration of different aspects in order to create a more broadened and accurate picture of reality in which there is more than just the material, tangible world.
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Dear Maria Jose,
Here is the brief statement I wrote about land mines. I hope it is useful to you.
Take very good care of yourself and those you love.
PS: As I write this the Colombian singer Juanes is on my TV at the New York Thanksgiving Day parade.
As a science fiction writer, I have spent much time in my life thinking about the ingenious creations of the human race. Human beings, these curious apes, like to tinker with things. We really are quite extraordinary creatures, miraculous in our ability to make new things, things that would never be seen in a state of nature.
This has led to marvelous inventions that have made our lives better. In the room where I am sitting as I type this are a hundred objects created through the intense, applied mechanical ingenuity of thousands of people. The electric lights. The computer on which I write these words. The iPod that contains thousands of hours of music. The books that I have read and studied for most of my life. The cell phone beside my keyboard.
One of the other ingenious things men have created is the land mine. One can recognize in the creation of these weapons the same creativity and cleverness that has built so much of our modern world. This is the dark side of that cleverness, the shadow of our monkey intelligence put in service of our apelike violence.
Land mines kill and maim many innocent people. Their indiscriminate use is a threat to people decades after the conflict that caused their dispersal is forgotten. Through a terrible irony children, because they can be attracted to these small, interesting objects, are particularly vulnerable. I wish they had never been invented.
The legacy of war is pain and death, and any state that uses such weapons has a moral obligation to clear them after the conflict is over. Better still, land mines should be banned, along with all the other ingenious methods that human beings, we clever, homicidal apes, have created to destroy each other.
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(podcast) This case study looks in more detail at SFIL’s apprenticeship programme. It draws on the experiences of three current apprentices: Dan, Kurt and Rebecca. It also considers the broader training challenge for a modern engineering business such as SFIL.
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A blended family is where there are children from more than one relationship and they raise particular challenges for estate planning.
A typical example is where a man has children with his first wife, then re-marries a younger woman and has additional children with her.
Because marriage automatically revokes all prior Wills, his older children may be concerned that his new wife and her children may influence him to their advantage, at the expense of the older children’s inheritances.
This is a growth area for lawyers who work in the area of Family Provision claims, where Wills and estates are challenged in Court.
If you have a blended family, you need to exercise considerable caution when creating your Will and estate plan.
Find a lawyer who specialises estate planning in Adelaide to help you create a modern integrated estate plan. This lawyer will probably recommend, among other things, that you carefully consider:
- Titling your assets to balance their legal ownership.
- Creating a discretionary trust that will remove your assets from your probate estate.
- Guarding against allegations of incapacity, by getting examined by a doctor to obtain a written certificate confirming you have all of your faculties, so it can be attached to your Will and other estate-planning documents.
- The “what-if” consequences of certain events, such as your second spouse also re-marrying after your death.
Be careful. This can become a potential minefield of litigation, where competing family interests & loyalties can divide into battle-groups all too easily.
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A generalization of Ripà’s square spiral solution for the nXnX…X n points upper bound problem. Additionally, we provide a non-trivial lower bound for the k-dimensional n_1Xn_2X…Xn_k points problem. In this way, we can build a range in which, with certainty, all the best possible solutions to the problem we are considering will fall. Finally, we provide a few characteristic numerical examples in order to appreciate the fineness of the result arising from the particular approach we have chosen.
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All Realtors are the same, right? All restaurants are the same, right? Web 2.0 is just for geeks, right?
Not so fast, Mary.
One of the first things you’ll hear from a real estate agent is “and look how convenient it is to schools and shopping…”
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could do that online? You can.
I stumbled across a new tool that can give businesses are new way to differentiate themselves – particularly in walking communities and neighborhoods.
It’s called “WalkScore”and it helps show how easy it is to find your business simply by walking down the street from their apartment, condo, home or office.
Keep in mind that a neighborhood could be a residential area in a small town, in a large city, or even in a business area that surrounds your cafe or other business. You dont have to be in massive walkable cities like San Francisco, Boston or New York in order for this to help your business.
Even in rural towns like Kalispell, Columbia Falls, and Whitefish Montana – the WalkScore has value because it tells people how close our business REALLY is to where they work, live and play.
It shows your cafe, your real estate listing, your store, bar, your apartment complex or condo rentals, in relationship to the things around it.
Let’s look at an example:
Here is the WalkScore widget looking at the Flathead Beacon office in Kalispell.
That place sure looks convenient.
- Imagine the uses for your day care, cafe, apartment complex, dry cleaning store, etc.
- How would you use this to market this office space if it became vacant?
- How would you use it to make your business more attractive as a place to work?
- How useful would this be to a new college student and their parent when selecting a place to live?
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My Chipped Tooth Embarrassed Me For A Long While – Niniola
Rave-of-the-moment artiste, Niniola, has not in any way allowed her chipped tooth to deter her from smiling. She is always putting up a huge smile most times.
However, during a chat with Saturday Beats, she mentioned that it took her a long while to get comfortable with her dentition.
The soulful singer said that she chipped the tooth while playing with her younger brother when she was in JSS2 and when it happened she was so embarrassed she wanted to ‘kill’ herself.
“I chipped my tooth when I was in JSS2. I remember it was in the house and my elder brother was playing with my cousin and he was pouring water on her. He said he also wanted to pour water on me so while I was running away from him, screaming with my mouth wide open, I fell down and saw my chipped tooth on the floor. It was on a Sunday and I had to go to school the next day. I wanted to kill myself because I did not know how I would face my school mates the next day.
“Coincidentally, there was a school mate of mine in the house who had come to see my cousin, so she explained everything that happened. I had planned that the next day I would not talk so much in school but to my surprise when I got to school, everybody was talking about my chipped tooth; that girl had gone to spread the news. I was embarrassed and it took me a while to get used to it. My mother even told me to get it fixed but I refused and I told her I wasn’t ready,” she said.
Niniola talks about her family with so much love. She was also quick to talk about her younger sister, Teniola, who is known as Teni Entertainer by most people.
Teni became known when she uploaded a video on her Instagram account where she was singing a song she titled ‘Fargin’.
When asked about her sister’s rapid rise to success, the singer said, “Teniola is my baby sister and when her song, ‘Fagin’ trended, I felt very good. I remember we used to sing together on the stairs in our house with our other siblings and relatives. There were times when we would stick our heads out of the window singing and shouting. I am very happy about my sister’s growth because it means that I would not have to look over my shoulder to know if she is moving up the ladder of success. I remember when she was coming into the music industry, she told me that she did not want to be in my shadow and I agreed with her. She just decided to come into the industry on her own bearing her name, Teni, and not Niniola’s sister. We are not like Beyonce and Solange, our case is different. We are two different brands trying to take over the world,” she said.
The Maradonna singer who recently released her debut album is currently ecstatic over the success of her project. She further revealed that even though she is an energetic performer, she never takes any substance before hitting the stage.
Commenting on the album, she said, “I never perform under the influence of anything because my head would ‘scatter’. I have a light head. I don’t drink. Prior to now, I used to drink once in a blue moon but now, I do not drink anymore because if I take a little alcohol, I would just go gaga,” she said. | <urn:uuid:d5ba9a17-fdf5-4eb0-ba57-c7c8afa210bb> | CC-MAIN-2018-39 | http://gbasibe.com/chipped-tooth-embarrassed-long-niniola/ | 2018-09-19T08:03:30Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-39/segments/1537267155942.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20180919063526-20180919083526-00321.warc.gz | en | 0.992644 | 767 |
Serving 18 months to senior citizens, with a Computer Lab Assistant, and State of the Art Equipment. Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursdays, 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Short-term counseling, brokerage service provided to the Central, Downtown Cleveland, and Fairfax area.
Serves individuals and families. Must live in the Carver Park, Outhwaite or King Kennedy community.
Shoes and Clothes for Kids
Provides new shoes and clothes to children in need at no charge. Service offered quarterly. Must be a resident of the Central community (except for King Kennedy Residents); services Quarterly.
Foster/Adoptive Parent Support Group
Existing and prospect persons meet the 3rd Monday of each month from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Families and Schools Together- Training parents to assist youth with homework, dinner preparation, and positive sibling interaction. Must be a Central Resident and have children attending a school in the community.
Ohio Benefit Bank
Tax preparation, FASFA enrollment, and Food Stamp Applications.
Classes offered through TRI-C.
The 4th Thursday of the month in collaboration with The Word Church, Friendly Inn hosts an activity night which promotes family and community building.
Open Wednesday 12:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. and Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 11:50 p.m. Serves individuals and families that live in the Carver Park, Outhwaite or King Kennedy community. Proper ID and proof of residency required.
Ward 5 Summer Family Festival
Full day of fun, food, and community resources on display. | <urn:uuid:a72f802f-f849-4140-8c16-af1a828b8302> | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | http://friendlyinn.org/page/services-for-families-and-individuals | 2019-01-18T08:09:44Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583659944.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20190118070121-20190118092121-00024.warc.gz | en | 0.902555 | 359 |
Family Medicine Residency Faculty
CCRMC residency program has over 50 faculty members that are directly involved with resident teaching. The faculty shown below are a selection of the eclectic group of teachers representing many disciplines throughout the residency program.
Program faculty are full-time employees of Contra Costa County. Our staff model of hiring allows maximal teaching and avoids conflicts observed when faculty salaries are largely derived from patient care revenues.
- 50 faculty teach residents at least one half-day per week.
- Each service has "registrars" - most are Family Physicians with additional training and experience such that they function as another specialist, whether OB, pediatrics, intensive care or surgery.
- Registrar system allows for teaching always through the eyes of a family physician.
- Simultaneously, the resident gets "expert" knowledge through the eyes of the "specialist."
- Faculty is culturally diverse.
Kristin Moeller, MD
Originally from the East coast, I attended medical school at Tulane and came to Contra Costa for residency training. I'm still here almost 20 years later because I love the people, the place, and the mission. Social justice and working toward greater inclusion, diversity, equity and allyship are important to me and underscore my approach to medicine, health and education. I am privileged to be a family physician and I believe my purpose is to care for some of the most vulnerable people in our population.
Investing time and energy into the health and vitality of our communities is an essential investment in the future of our nation. Providing a broad range of services, including reproductive health and integrative medicine are important to me as a family doctor. I have worked primarily in the hospital for many years and am now re-expanding my practice into ambulatory care. I have been teaching residents for 15 years and love being at the helm of our residency program and guiding us into the future.
Brian Johnson, MD
Associate Program Director, Residency Leadership Group
Inpatient Medicine Services
Director of the UCSF Northern California Faculty Development Fellowship
A native of Seattle, Washington, and graduate of UW School of Medicine, I did my training at the University of New Mexico, completing my family medicine residency in 2009. In 2010, I joined CCRMC where I have had the great opportunity to work with and train our dynamite residents. My broader interests in medicine include Global Health and Health Professional Education. I joined the Residency Leadership Group in 2011 and became the Associate Program Director in 2013. I also have an interest in Faculty Development and help direct the UCSF FM Faculty Development Fellowship. Beyond CCRMC, my wife and I spend our time chasing our daughter, Ezzie, who spends her days getting into trouble and making us laugh. Cassie, our elderly lab, fills out the family, and keeps us happy leading us on slow walks around the neighborhood.
Ne (Melissa) Ferguson, MD
Department of Hospital Medicine
I grew up in Southern California and came back to the west coast for residency at Contra Costa (by way of the Indiana, Washington DC, Chile, Peru, New York City and Chicago). Here, I found like-minded individuals passionate about providing excellent care for underserved communities and have stayed ever since. I primarily work with residents as an inpatient registrar and am part of the core faculty for the residency. Finding a good work environment is always about being surrounded by those that challenge and inspire you... I’m lucky to feel that way on a consistent basis at CCRMC. Outside of work, my husband and I (a fellow CCRMC alum) try to get outside as much as possible and experience the diverse cuisine, music and neighborhoods the bay area has to offer.
Sarah McNeil, MD
Labor and Delivery
Like many CCRMC folks, I grew up on the East Coast, came out here for a Sub-I, and now, will likely never leave! My path actually wasn't that straight forward. The only thing I really loved about medical school was my involvement in Medical Students for Choice where I was drawn to the awesome mix of primary care, social justice, and public health. I applied to both OB/Gyn and Family Medicine, but kept on coming back to the fact that family docs are just "my people." I'm so happy to report that this philosophy has served me well; this place is full of "my people." Since graduating in 2012, I stayed on as faculty - teaching residents at Planned Parenthood, on OB, and in Family Medicine Clinic. I couldn't ask for a better job!
Daniel Moring-Parris, MD
Core Faculty, Director of Family Medicine Clinic Education
Primary Care Family Medicine
I grew up in slightly upstate New York, studied classics in New Mexico and then switched gears and went to medical school at SUNY Buffalo. After finishing my training at the Stanford-O'Connor Family Medicine Residency program I arrived at CCRMC with my wonderful wife who is an OB/GYN here. I am lucky to have been mentored in HIV medicine here at CCRMC and enjoy being able to combine my interests in addiction medicine, behavioral health, HIV and HCV treatment, outpatient procedural medicine and primary care. I am perpetually humbled by our incredible residents, fascinating patients and truly dedicated staff who strive to offer the best possible care to those most in need. In addition to clinical work and medical education I love getting out into California's glorious opens spaces to run, hike, bike, ski and climb.
Tai Roe, MD PhD
CCRMC Medical Staff President
Family Medicine Department
Though my childhood dream was to become a cosmologist, my work interests have progressively become more down to earth, transforming from the theoretical to the immediately practical, i.e. teaching, patient care, and leadership. I studied physics at Harvard then got a Ph.D. in molecular and cellular biology from Stanford. After three years as a postdoctoral fellow doing genetics research, I switched gears and became a doctor, graduating from medical school at Washington University. I completed my residency here in 2005 and have stayed here ever since. From 2010 - 2018, I was Associate Program Director of the Residency, then chair of the Family Medicine Department, then Medical Staff President. I am now core faculty.
Outside of work, my beautiful wife and son (born in 2008) are the center of my life. Hobbies include running, singing, board games, reading and listening to books, and watching lectures on all topics (including, of course, cosmology).
Leah Romito, MD
Department of Family Medicine
Although I grew up in sunny Southern California, for a change of scenery I moved to the East Coast for college, a masters degree, and ultimately medical school at Boston University. After working in various underserved communities in Boston and training at a hospital that champions Exceptional Care Without Exception, I was looking for a family medicine program to reflect that mission. When I rotated at Contra Costa as a medical student, I knew I found my place and my people. I stayed on as faculty after I graduated in 2014 and in addition to outpatient clinic, educating residents has become a passion of mine. Outside of CCRMC, my husband, two kids, dog and I love to go on hikes and play in the water (while the cat gets to rule to roost at home!).
Fred Adler, MD
Assistant Program Director, Residency Leadership Group
I came to Contra Costa in 2008 after many years of rural practice in Humboldt County and two years in Nicaragua in the early 1990's doing clinical teaching in the city of León. I am a graduate of the Merced Family Medicine Residency and of Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. At this stage of my medical career, my passion is clinical teaching and the style of teaching here is very congenial. We attract a great group of residents who are a pleasure to work with. I have been an Emergency Medicine Registrar since 2008 and member of the Residency Leadership Group and Associate Director of the Residency Program since 2011. After many years away from academic medicine it has been fascinating and satisfying to try and meet the challenges of this leadership role. I am a musician, pianist and composer of what for lack of a better expression can be called "modern classical" music. I am fortunate to have excellent collaborators in the Bay Area with whom to work on my music. I have two adult children who both live in the Bay Area, whose company I enjoy and whose activities inspire me.
Aneela Ahmed, MD
Inpatient and Outpatient Psychiatry
I am a Geriatric Psychiatrist at CCRMC, the place I love. I graduated from Dow Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan and completed my Psychiatry residency and Geriatric Psychiatry fellowship at a renowned geriatrics program at UTSW in Dallas, Texas in 1999. I started my career at CCRMC in August 1999, thinking I would move to another job in CA soon thereafter. But almost 15 years later, I am still at CCRMC. I have great passion to serve the elderly in Contra Costa County. I love my job. What also keeps me so interested in CCRMC is the Family Practice Residency program. I am very lucky to work with dedicated, motivated, intelligent, empathic residents. Every day, I learn something from them. I enjoy teaching and interacting with residents - having fun, seeing patients with them and igniting a passion to care for the elderly. I am very lucky to be part of this strong residency program. In my fifteen years here, I have seen many residents bloom into extraordinary faculty members.
Karen Alingog, MD
Assistant Program Director, Residency Leadership Group
Outpatient Family Medicine
I completed my Family Medicine residency training at CCRMC in 2008. In 2009, I started precepting at Pittsburg Health Center and have enjoyed tremendously the opportunity to work closely with our amazing residents. I then joined the Residency Leadership Group (RLG) in 2010 and have learned various leadership, communication & interpersonal skills. I am currently the co-chair of the Ambulatory Curricular Group and in July 2011, became one of the Assistant Program Directors with a focus on faculty and resident development and support. I love spending time with family & friends, especially with my husband and my young son. I enjoy reading, dancing, hiking and became a certified instructor for women's kickboxing last year.
Vijay Bhandari, MD
I went to the UC-Berkeley/UCSF Joint Medical Program, then did my residency in Internal Medicine at UCSF, where I graduated in 2008. I've been at CCRMC ever since, and I can't imagine working anywhere else! What drew me to CCRMC was the incredible sense of warmth and comradery, the vulnerable yet resilient patients we serve, and my passion for teaching. Ever since my involvement with Teach For America (Corps year '97), I knew I wanted teaching to be at the core of my job as a physician, and I love how our extraordinary residents keep me on my toes. I work in the hospitalist group at CCRMC, Internal Medicine clinic at the Concord Health Center, and Endocrinology clinic at the Pittsburgh Health Center. Outside of work, I love going on adventures with my wife, Melanie, and our 2 children, Thomas and Sage.
Judy Bliss, MD
Chief, OB/Gyn Department
I have been at CCRMC since 1989 working primarily in obstetrics, gynecology, and HIV medicine. I enjoy working all the time, especially with the residents delivering babies. I have spent time recently working in Indonesia and Tanzania and I support the residents spending time overseas during residency. In my free time, I enjoy hiking with my colleagues – we recently did the John Muir Trail.
Angela Tambunting Echiverri, MD, MPH
Outpatient Family Medicine
I came to Contra Costa in 2015 and serve as a family medicine physician at North Richmond, and faculty with a passion and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; community engagement; and strengthening health career pathways. I have grounded my work in urban under-resourced communities in various capacities, including pediatric literacy programming at the Venice Family Clinic, African American health disparities research at Charles Drew University, policy and advocacy on health workforce diversity at Greenlining Institute. I completed my MPH at Johns Hopkins in social behavioral sciences, graduated from UCSF School of Medicine’s PRIME Urban Underserved, trained in Family and Community Medicine at San Francisco General Hospital, and am a 2018 Health Equity Fellow at George Washington University. I enjoy exploring Bay Area neighborhoods and local arts and food scene; disrupting racism and advocating for equity, justice, and diversity; supporting local artists; and spending time with my family and partner.
Stuart Forman, MD
Medical Director of the ICU
Inpatient Family Medicine Surgery Service
Stuart Forman graduated from the CCRMC Family Medicine Residency in 1993 and never left. Before his daughter was born he did everything from C-sections to debriding gunshot wounds, but he's settled down since and now is the Medical Director of the ICU. He also is a part time Gastroenterology Registrar doing full spectrum GI procedures and is a Family Medicine Surgery Registrar. His special interests are procedural medicine, including ultrasound, and critical care medicine. He is the founder of the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Group on Hospital Medicine and Procedural Training, and has published two articles on procedural training in Family Medicine residencies in the Family Medicine Journal. A geek in every sense of the word, he is an avid amateur astronomer and he knows his way around a 20-sided die.
Kim Haglund, MD
Inpatient Family Medicine Surgery Service
I went to University of Michigan for medical school and have been at CCRMC since 2001. I started as an attending in the Surgery Department after graduating in 2004. After doing full-spectrum Family Practice and inpatient Family Medicine Surgery Service for 8 years, I gave up my family practice clinic to take on my half-time Inpatient Informatics role in February 2013. In that role, I focus on tweaking ccLink, our electronic health record (Epic-based), so that review of patient information and workflows for hospital staff are as streamlined as possible. I still do a lot of inpatient clinical work and have a special interest in wound care. If you want to learn how to do a toe amputation, I can teach you. Outside of work, I spend a lot of time in the summer up in the mountains with my dog and friends.
Patty Hennigan, PhD
Director of Behavioral Medicine
Born and raised in Virginia, I came to Contra Costa as a psychology intern in 1993 and ended my internship year thinking it would be my dream job to work here some day. After working with Berkeley Primary Care and the Berkeley Mobile Crisis and Homeless Outreach Teams, I was thrilled to return to Contra Costa in 2001. I love working with the underserved and with such talented and dedicated Family Medicine faculty and residents. My clinical interests are in community and health psychology, integrative medicine, and motivational interviewing. I specialize in working with chronic pain patients. I love teaching residents Behavioral Medicine and supporting their well-being and growth throughout residency. Outside of work, I enjoy time with my husband and 14 year old son, friends, reading, travel, and cheering on the Warriors and Giants.
Estela Hernandez, MD
I attended UC Davis School of Medicine, did a sub-I in medicine at what was then Merrithew Hospital, fell in love with this place and the patient population and continue to feel at home. I completed my residency in 2001 and joined the Emergency Department full time while still doing my clinic and monthly shifts in Labor and Delivery. After much deliberation, I now only work in the ED where I continue to enjoy working for and with our underserved patients. I love the hands on learning, speaking Spanish large part of my day, and teaching residents. My other passion is working with the residency program to recruit and retain a more diverse resident cohort. I love spending time with family and friends, especially my two young kids, Cristian and Camila. I also enjoy dancing, cooking, and running with my German Shepard, Lulu."
Neil Jayasekera, MD
Residency Leadership Group
Global Health Fellowship Director
I was hooked on Contra Costa after I did a surgery Sub-I. I finished my residency in Family Medicine at Contra Costa in 1997 and I have never left home. As an Attending in the Emergency Department, I enjoy teaching residents evidence based medicine, procedural skills, principles of Global Health and bedside, point-of-care ultrasound. I am the Global Health and Ultrasound Director for the Residency. (See our Global Health page on the Residency website). Outside of work, I enjoy austere/disaster medicine and I have been an expedition doctor for the Juneau Ice field Research Program as well as a long term member of Oakland FEMA Urban Search and Rescue Team, Fremont Disaster Medical Team, and Relief International. As a physician member of these disaster medical teams I have been deployed to hurricanes, tsunamis, earthquakes, and other disasters both nationally and internationally. I believe in community service and I am the Team Leader of the Contra Costa Medical Reserve Corps. My training at Contra Costa has been perfect for doing all of the above!! My biggest joy in life is my family and I love to hang out with my beautiful wife, Leah, and my two girls, Sophia and Audrey. I relax and find solice in pretty much anything that gets me outdoors with my family.
Tom McCoy, DO
Chief, Emergency Department
Dr. McCoy is a native Californian who had the pleasure of growing up in a small Midwestern town of 4000 people before eventually finding his way back home to the West Coast. Dr. McCoy completed his residency training at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center where he is the current Chief of the Emergency Department. He continues to play an active role in residency training and teaches point of care ultrasound courses to both residents and attending physicians. When not working, Dr. McCoy enjoys fly fishing, camping and spending time with his beautiful wife, two amazing children and lovable dog.
Jamie Pehling, MD
Outpatient Family Medicine
Jamie Pehling graduated from the UC Berkeley-UCSF Joint Medical Program in 2003 and was a resident at CCRMC from 2003 to 2006. Since then he has practiced family and HIV medicine at Richmond Health Center, which is now the West County Health Center. He serves on the Residency Leadership Group Selection Committee and the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committees. His interests include health informatics, science fiction, and sustainable living.
Lisa Rodelo, MD
Hi! I graduated this residency program in 2013 and then joined the OB/GYN department afterwards, where I really enjoy teaching the residents and fostering a sense of pride and joy in their work with pregnant and laboring women. I also work in Addiction Medicine, and have developed an interest in working with moms who struggle with substance use disorders. Finally, I also enjoy rounding on the inpatient medicine service every so often to keep up my hospitalist skills. My favorite job, however, is being a mama to an energetic toddler and a wife to an extremely supportive and loving husband.
Michel Sam, MD MS
Outpatient Family Medicine
Before pursuing a medical career, I spent several years designing prosthetic feet for landmine survivors in low-income countries. I then graduated from the UC Berkeley-UCSF Joint Medical Program in 2008 and came to CCRMC for residency because I knew it would give me the best training to work with the underserved. I have loved working here ever since. I became a lead preceptor in 2013 and greatly enjoy teaching our stellar residents. I am also appreciative of the breadth of opportunities that CCRMC offers: in addition to a very diverse family practice panel at West County Health Center, I also provide outpatient minor procedures and work in South East Asian language clinics. Outside of work I treasure spending time with my beautiful wife and beautiful baby (who was born at our hospital), as well as surfing, windsurfing, or snowboarding.
Jessica Selvin, PsyD
Clinical Psychology, Residency Leadership Group
I am a Clinical Psychologist, born and raised in the Bay Area with a strong interest in underserved populations. At CCRMC, I help our talented residents to provide thoughtful care to all of their patients. I am also concerned with resident well-being and hope to help them with all the joys and challenges of residency. I enjoy music and reading novels as well as baking (sometimes for the residents!).
Alan Siegel, MD
Outpatient Family Medicine
I have been at Contra Costa since 1999 after training at University of Virginia. I have been involved with resident education and teaching, faculty development, and med staff education. Presently, I am a Lead Preceptor, helping to oversee outpatient resident education and our UCSF medical student program. I also lead our Art of Health and Healing program, bringing the arts into our healthcare system. When not at work, I help keep up with my amazing toddler. I've also have been leading a band as the guitarist over the last 5 years.
Sergio Urcuyo, MD
Chief of Inpatient Division, Inpatient Medicine Service
The path leading me here was a bit circuitous. I studied business economics and accounting before working as a business and technology consultant. Then a case of appendicitis and a sense that I was meant for something more meaningful pulled me into medicine. I spent much of medical school intending on becoming a surgeon of some sort, but ultimately, I was drawn to the broad scope and close interpersonal connections that Family Medicine fosters. And then I found CCRMC, which is where I found so many others who feel like I do: that everyone deserves excellent healthcare. Here, I learned how to take care of patients in many different arenas, and I learned that some training and a can-do attitude gets you a long way in this field. I stayed on after residency to teach on the inpatient services where I enjoy working with residents and honing my hospital and critical care skills. In my spare time I enjoy running, skiing, music, and spending time with my friends and family. | <urn:uuid:be05326d-fd36-45fd-b751-3fe313e5c252> | CC-MAIN-2018-47 | https://cchealth.org/residency/people-faculty.php | 2018-11-15T23:43:50Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-47/segments/1542039742963.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20181115223739-20181116005739-00290.warc.gz | en | 0.965795 | 4,590 |
Dennis Patrick Lewan 1948
Patrick Lewan was born in 1948 and was raised near the small town of Thorp, Wisconsin and studied architecture and design
just outside of Chicago, Illinois.
abilities initially led him to a career in music, composing and performing in a rock band on two continents. Eventually they
were under contract to Hugh Heffner and his Playboy Clubs. His performances entertained many famous celebrities including
Lewan is largely self-taught, he has been under the tutelage of other professional artists and teachers. He has traveled extensively and visited many museums to study the Old Master paintings, realizing that
"to paint like the masters, one must learn from the masters."
He works with
the aid of an extensive collection of references that he has accumulated over twenty years. This allows him to recreate Holland,
Belgium and other areas of Europe and America. His subjects bring wide acclaim from collectors due to his accuracy of detail
and delicate brush control.
His art reflects
the nostalgic lifestyle of the 18th and 19th centuries with colorful, realistic and gem-like precision. His most popular subjects
include English manor houses, cottages and village streets, scenes of Dutch cities and quaint neighborhoods, flower gardens
and windmills of rural Holland-Belgium and harbors from all over the world with lighthouses and full-masted schooners.
there has been a growing demand for his romantic stately Victorian homes and gazebos depicting the elegance and charm of the
wishes to provide the viewer with a glimpse into centuries past acquainting them with it's beauty and serenity, executing
the brilliant color-play and back lighting of the Masters. There is something for everyone who seeks the traditional and representational,
with warmth, romanticism and tranquility. Collectors in the U.S., Canada, Scotland, England, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium,
Australia and the orient, presently own his paintings.
Financial Institutions, and Large Corporations as well as many celebrities, including: Ann Jillian, Dean Jones, and the Michael
Jackson family also own his art.
Lewan has had 26 one-man shows in Galleries from Madison Avenue to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills.
truly an accomplished artist. | <urn:uuid:27a120a3-0591-46a7-9c3b-4186e495c868> | CC-MAIN-2016-07 | http://knottywood-treasures.com/id52.html | 2016-02-08T20:56:38Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-07/segments/1454701154221.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20160205193914-00327-ip-10-236-182-209.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.97025 | 476 |
NCI Drug Dictionary
The NCI Drug Dictionary contains technical definitions and synonyms for drugs/agents used to treat patients with cancer or conditions related to cancer. Each drug entry includes links to check for clinical trials listed in NCI's List of Cancer Clinical Trials.
A murine monoclonal IgG2a antibody to tumor-associated epithelial cell adhesion molecule (EpCAM, or 17-1A) antigen. Edrecolomab attaches to EpCAM, a human cell surface glycoprotein that is found on normal epithelial cells and some tumor cells, such as those of colon and breast carcinomas. Upon binding, this agent recruits the body's immune effector cells, which may exhibit antitumor cytotoxicity. Check for active clinical trials using this agent. (NCI Thesaurus)
Synonym: monoclonal antibody 17-1A Foreign brand name: Panorex Abbreviation: MOAB 17-1A | <urn:uuid:84863506-5793-4a41-9d97-ba3564b50237> | CC-MAIN-2016-40 | https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-drug?CdrID=39352 | 2016-09-27T06:06:26Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738660966.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173740-00072-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.858302 | 200 |
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