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We all start somewhere — and for Peggy Gou, that place was SoundCloud. "The first track I ever uploaded was an hour-and-twenty-minute long mix," the Korean-born, Berlin-based DJ said. "I hide it now because it's quite embarrassing. I listened back and it's not bad, but still!"
Before Gou's latest EP Once dropped in March and became a summer staple, she fine-tuned her skills while the SoundCloud community eagerly listened in and fed back. "My favorite part of SoundCloud is the comments," she says. "Usually they're pretty positive and I like reading them because you can write on specific minutes and seconds within the song – it's a good platform for people who want to break through."
And break through she definitely has. With over 170 worldwide gigs under her belt, the accolades are stacking up<|fim_middle|>Cloud now.
Are you a creator of music or audio? Check out our SoundCloud Pro plans | for Gou. At a recent lecture she gave back in Korea, the event was packed full of fans obsessed with the country's rising house and techno scene. Her biggest piece of advice? "Don't be afraid to ask around. I bother a lot of people to get what I want," she explains.
Gou's accomplished quite a bit already, and she's just getting started. With the support of her 37K beloved SoundCloud followers, it's only up from here.
Listen to the latest music from Peggy Gou on Sound | 110 |
NetApp Data Fabric SaaS enhancements include Cloud Sync Service, Cloud Control for Office 365 and new versions of AltaVault, SnapCenter and StorageGRID Webscale.
NetApp is pumping out a string of storage-as-a-service options for managing cloud endpoints on its NetApp Data Fabric architecture.
New SaaS offerings include NetApp Cloud Control for Microsoft Office 365 enterprise applications and NetApp Cloud Sync Service. The vendor also made NetApp Private Storage for cloud available as a consumption-based service, and it released new versions of AltaVault, SnapCenter and StorageGRID Webscale software.
NetApp's Data Fabric technologies encompass branded hardware and software to manage storage spread across local arrays and the hybrid cloud. Software-defined storage software is packaged with NetApp FAS file storage, E-Series block-based arrays and StorageGRID Webscale object storage.
"The key value of Data Fabric is that it gives you different products for different use cases. You don't buy the whole fabric. You buy the endpoint that solves your problem, for as long as you need it," said Phil Brotherton, vice president of the cloud business unit at NetApp.
SnapCenter was built<|fim_middle|>"What you want to do is synchronize production files from on-premises storage with the compute engines on Amazon. Synchronized files run the programs and then return results. Cloud Sync handles all that synchronization and does file transfers between NFS and S3 at very, very high rates of speed," Brotherton said.
Adding data migration and SaaS tools is the next step in building out NetApp Data Fabric, said Henry Baltazar, a research director at storage at IT analyst firm 451 Research in San Francisco.
Cloud Sync Service is "not just for customers with NetApp gear. NetApp realizes it has to [offer] a cloud custody layer to help customers move data to the cloud. Introducing migration tools is a way to insert itself in that conversation," Baltazar said.
Cloud Control for Office 365 backup is NetApp's new subscription service that allows enterprise customers to protect Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint and OneDrive application data in AWS S3 or Microsoft Azure cloud storage, while retaining control of a secondary copy in a local data center.
NetApp Private Storage (NPS) launched in 2012 to use AWS Elastic Cloud Compute (EC2) as an archival and backup tier. Initially, NPS required customers to purchase an additional NetApp controller or FAS array.
NPS for cloud as a service adds a consumption model that can be purchased as a single tenant or multi-tenant private cloud at Equinix-run data centers. The enhanced NPS for cloud is available from NetApp partners Arrow, Faction, ASE, DARZ and ThinkOn delivery partners.
"NPS was a good idea, but when you came right down to it, was a pretty expensive offering. There's probably a lot of sticker shock initially, so anything they can do to make it lower cost is going to help," Baltazar said.
What do you think of NetApp's Data Fabric strategy for cloud storage? | to manage snapshots across NetApp ONTAP-based FAS systems. Version 2.0 extends tiered backup of NAS file services to AltaVault cloud gateway hardware and StorageGRID Webscale object storage. Customers select from around 20 different cloud-based disaster recovery targets in AltaVault.
AltaVault technology is a rebranded SteelStore hybrid backup appliance that NetApp picked up in its 2014 acquisition of Riverbed Technology.
StorageGRID Webscale 10.3 enhances data protection with S3 object versioning and the ability to manage multiple versions of an object. The latest version eliminates the requirement to purchase and maintain SUSE Linux Enterprise Server or other operating system.
The Cloud Sync Service engine synchronizes data transfers between any local NFS file storage and the Amazon Web Services (AWS) public cloud. NetApp initially places the transferred file data in Amazon S3, from where it could be promoted to three subsequent AWS destinations: Amazon Elastic MapReduce, Amazon Relational Database Services or Amazon Redshift data warehouse as a service.
NetApp aims Cloud Sync at industries that need big data analytics for vast historical data, including financial services and pharmaceuticals. Customers purchase a Cloud Sync subscription via Amazon Marketplace. Pricing is based on terabytes of file storage transferred to Amazon.
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Hands-on with the Early Access racing sim.
It makes sense, then, that the developer of Assetto Corsa is the one making the official game of the 2018 Blancpain GT Series. Released in Early Access last month after a few beta phases, Assetto Corsa Competizione's offering at the moment is barebones in the extreme: one car, one track, and some AI drivers for company. It's enough to give a glimpse of what's<|fim_middle|> to hold limited interest.
That's not to say the fundamentals aren't in place. With a force feedback wheel clamped to your desk, Competizione offers one of the more convincing trackside adventures in all of racing simming. The physical model obviously shares a vast amount of DNA with the original Assetto Corsa, which means the line between being in control and out of control of your vehicle is woolier and scarier than it is in the ultra-responsive Project CARS 2. Any degree of oversteer or traction loss is terrifying in its Blancpain cars, not because the wheel snaps around like a wayward bronco, but because you're never sure when you might have lost the back end for good.
Is it better or worse than other racing simulations in physical terms? Ask a professional Blancpain GT driver. What I can say is that it offers enough challenge for you to own every fast sector and overtake, and enough feedback for you to understand why you're now in the gravel trap, swearing at a procession of sponsor-laden supercars buzzing past. Whether you locked up the brakes, lost traction, unbalanced the car or short-shifted, the haptic and audio feedback's there to teach you why it happened.
While we're on audio, particular plaudits should go to your race engineer, who delivers information over race radio with authentic levels of awkwardness and detachment. He really schools the F1 series' Five Live DJ voice who talk you through each race, and is the highlight of a great sound mix that includes convincing gravel rattling in your wheelhouses, trackside PA systems blaring out victory music, and truly frightening thuds when contact's made.
Visually it occupies that same rarefied air of the original AC and of Project CARS, where every headlamp's reflection has been lovingly realised, every sponsor logo appears crystal-clear, and driver arm animations sell the heft and hardship of coercing a GT car through corners at high speed. The in-helmet view is the best I've ever seen of its type, perfectly nailing the G-force effect. It's a neck workout in its own right.
Your cunning doesn't get much of a workout from the AI though. They're as pacy as the difficulty slider dictates, but they're rarely seen jostling for position or taking different lines into a turn. This being endurance racing, perhaps they're simply an attempt at authenticity, but at this stage of development they feel… well, artificial.
That's the story for those with a racing wheel: robust if limited sim racing with a crunchy learning curve and some memorable endurance racing around Nurburgring. For gamepad racers, and the six people still using their keyboards to control vehicles in videogames, it's a rather rougher experience at present. Those control methods have yet to be implemented with any great finesse, so tapping the left analog stick one way or another results in great sawing actions on the steering wheel that destabilise the car and effectively impose an 'Inebriated' mode, a bit like Nico and Roman's drives home after an evening of beers and bowling in GTA 4.
This being Early Access, success or failure is an ongoing narrative for Competizione. Only the truly dedicated need bother getting in on the ground floor right now, but anyone with a soft spot for an official racing license, however esoteric, will eventually be rewarded by Competizione's stern and authentic racing. It feels similar enough to its predecessor that you wonder whether this might have made more sense as an expansion, but as the roadmap's ticked off and multiplayer racing is introduced, there should be enough here to sustain a small but dedicated community. | to come, which is the kind of structured solo championship racing the original Assetto Corsa never really managed. But it is a glimpse: unless you're really passionate about helping Kunos Simulazione develop the game by delivering detailed and regular feedback as the product takes shape, taking a GT-spec Lambo around the Nurburgring is going | 70 |
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Integrity Tools for International Business: Integrity Guidance that works in Vietnam
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Operating in the Vietnamese market can sometimes be challenging for foreign companies.
Similarly, attracting foreign investment and foreign partners is a also a challenge for many Vietnamese companies.
Finding the appropriate balance between custom and international standards is difficult but essential for all businesses to maneuver this complex landscape.
Join this seminar and explore tools which help build an image of integrity, a key feature necessary to protect the interests of your business, preserve a solid brand positioning, attract foreign investment, among other.
<|fim_middle|>, she practiced law in two law firms and clerked for two United States federal judges. She has authored numerous articles and lectured on ethics and compliance and practical global program implementation at numerous seminars all over the world.
Jacqui earned a bachelor's degree in 1988 from Duke University where she studied political science and comparative area studies, a cross disciplinary major where she compared cultures and people's activities in different parts of the world. In 1993, she earned her J.D., Doctorate of Law, from Georgetown University and is currently licensed to practice law in the United States.
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We will discuss topics such as:
Why is transparency good for our business and is it possible to be truly transparent in this market?
Do international standards enhance or hinder your business and what to do about it?
How can you assure people understand the rules and truly follow requirements?
What effect will strong professionalism, good governance and clear comprehensive management policies have and how you project these in this market?
Do relationships create conflicts or solid business choices in Vietnam?
What is the price and benefit of Integrity and is it seen by everyone in the same way?
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Jacqui Beckett
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President, Beckett Ethics & Compliance International
Jacqui is currently the President of Beckett Ethics & Compliance International, a global company helping companies create and implement compliance and ethics programs that work around the world. As part of her business, Jacqui brings practical program implementation advice to companies, organizations and government departments in need all over the world. She currently serves as a compliance advisor to companies for the World Bank. She has worked very closely with small and medium sized local companies as well as large multi-national companies doing business in Vietnam, throughout Southeast Asia and all over the world. She also serves as a member of the World Economic Forum's Partnering Against Corruption Initiative (PACI) technical advisory team and as such has helped them update the PACI principals, assisted with PACI's Foundations in Transparency in India initiative, and is currently co-chairing their Trust and Integrity initiative in Mexico, Argentina and South Africa.
Prior to Launching Beckett Ethics & Compliance International, Jacqui was with Newmont Mining Corporation, a publicly traded global hard rock mining company for over eleven years where she built the companies compliance and ethics program. Prior to that she was with CenturyLink, a telecommunications company, for four years. Prior to her corporate work | 411 |
After much soul searching trying to find people wanting to play snooker a difficult decision was made to dispose of the snooker table which has been taken up by a local voluntary group.
It<|fim_middle|> usage is under consideration including dividing the room for private consultations and therapies, but in the meantime it can be used as an extra meeting room.
To book a room at Gannow Community Centre please contact our reception team on 01282 433740. If you would like to arrange a visit around the centre to see if it's what you're looking for, although we're sure it is, please call Alan Barnes on 01282 436396. | was decided we should mark the loss of the snooker table with a special plaque for two founder members of the snooker group who sadly have passed away Bob Bond and Derek Thornton, this will forever remain on the door.
This means we now have a "new room." We already have had interest from a holistic wellbeing group who are starting their first session in December 2018 with the view to a regular booking. Further | 88 |
Coinbase cryptocurrency exchange called on Congress to create a special regulatory body to oversee the market of virtual money. "The Federal government and so is sufficient regulatory authority," said Mike Lempres (Mike Lempres), head of risk and legal issues of the exchange.
However, Lempres insists that all trading participants must have a clear idea of where the end of the mandate of one body and where it should act the other. During testimony at a hearing of the house Committee on financial services, he stressed that Coinbase is under the jurisdiction of many agencies and authorities at the Federal level, including the Commission on securities and<|fim_middle|> market presence Ripple will join the list of offers to trade, however, the representatives Coinbase has denied these rumors. | exchange Commission (SEC), Commission on commodity futures trading (CFTC), Federal trade Commission and the Network to combat financial crimes (FinCEN). In addition, Coinbase must comply with the licensing agencies in 38 States.
Reputation Coinbase including those built on legitimate exchanges. Lempres reminded that GDAX trades only Bitcoin, Cash Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, and partly because these assets were recognized currencies, not securities. "We do not hold a listing of tokens, potentially being securities, since we do not have an appropriate license. We can't risk unknowingly trading assets, which later will be equated with securities", — he added.
It is unknown how long the exchange will adhere to the given vector, but the above factor is still the key to Coinbase. Earlier it was reported that the token expands | 164 |
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Home » Admissions » J.D. Admissions » Outreach Partnerships
The J.D. Admissions Office actively seeks to connect and partner with other organizations and programs to strengthen, support, and diversify the pipeline to law school. We have several longstanding partnerships and are always willing to explore other possibilities.
Current Partnerships
PPIA (Public Policy and International Affairs) Junior Summer Institute, with the Goldman School of Public Policy
Graduate Horizons
CYDL (Center for Youth Development Through Law)
G.I.G.S. (Getting into Graduate School)
Pipeline to Law
Pre-Law Summer Institute for American Indians and Alaska Natives
Pathways to Law
Golden Bear Orientation for new UC Berkeley freshman and transfer students
High School Outreach
Often classes, programs, or law academies at local high schools are interested in their students visiting the campus and learning about the law school experience. The Admissions Office supports these efforts by working with<|fim_middle|> legal topics taught by faculty members from Berkeley Law.
Receive GRE and LSAT preparation materials.
Are guaranteed an application fee waiver for the J.D. program at Berkeley Law.
Attend career development workshops (including resume workshops) fellowship opportunities and a networking events.
Hear from advocates working in law/public policy areas such as immigration and human rights, education, health, environmental regulation, policing, and housing.
Participate in field trips geared toward introducing participants to the different aspects of policy-making and legal advocacy, and the various careers associated with these fields.
Partake in extracurricular activities intended to create a foundation for successful group dynamics among PPIA faculty, staff and fellow participants.
Participate in a series of sessions focused on navigating the J.D. application process, with special emphasis on writing the personal statement and financial aid.
Tour Berkeley Law School and attend an information session with the Dean of Admissions.
Full tuition to attend the U.C. Berkeley PPIA Junior Summer Institute, plus a stipend and room & board in one of the U.C. Berkeley dormitories.
Minimum of $5,000 in gift aid (scholarship or grant) guaranteed toward graduate or law school tuition. UCPPIA Fellows often receive financial offers above and beyond this minimum.
Eligibility for paid internships and other professional development opportunities through PPIA.
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admissions@law.berkeley.edu | the teacher or school to tailor a visit (half-day or full-day) that will be meaningful for the students. Due to the high degree of customization, we can only accommodate 1-2 visits per semester. Requests can be made by emailing admissions@law.berkeley.edu.
Other Forms of Outreach
We also participate in or support other outreach programs, and our fee waiver program is designed to facilitate these relationships.
U.C. Public Policy and International Affairs (UCPPIA) Law Fellows Program
Berkeley Law has joined forces with the Goldman School of Public Policy to empower and prepare the next generation of leaders and change makers, and to better address the needs of historically under-served communities. The UCPPIA Law Fellows program is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to complete challenging academic work, learn what it takes to gain admission to elite J.D./M.P.P. programs, collaborate to study and attack some of the most pressing global challenges, and experience life at Berkeley.
Goldman's PPIA Junior Summer Institute (JSI) has existed for thirty-five years. For the last nine years, Berkeley Law has supported and invested in select students within the JSI who are focused on pursuing law and public policy degrees, and on meeting the needs of under-represented communities. These students are selected by a committee that includes a Berkeley Law Admissions officer.
The JSI offers student participants a rigorous 7-week program of coursework designed to improve the analytical and quantitative skills vital to success at top-level graduate programs in public policy, and law school. A cohort of thirty students spend their summer on Berkeley's campus, learning from faculty, staff, community leaders, and each other. Ten of those students are selected as "Law Fellows." In addition to learning the fundamentals of policy analysis, Law Fellows are exposed to the topics and skills necessary to gain admission to and succeed at a top law school.
Specifically, Law Fellows:
Take a Public Policy and Law course, in addition to the required Policy Analysis, Economics and Quantitative Methods courses. This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills of reading case law, analyzing judicial decisions, and discussing relevant policy topics within a legal framework. The course begins with an introductory framework for policy and legal analysis followed by week-long modules that focus on important policy and | 471 |
With 2018 just a few days away, we've been looking back over 2017 – and it really has been a wonderful year. With so much to reflect on, we decided to split the year in two. Our highlights from January to July can be found here.
With summer in full swing, we ran an ABI Sunglasses Hunt, hiding 6 pairs of ABI sunglasses in some of our holiday homes for our lovely fans to find. The perfect prize for when you're sitting out on your deck in the sunshine!
Throughout August we shared teasers of the much anticipated 2018 Collection, and loved feeling the excitement build as you shared your thoughts and dreams of how the collection would look.
The 2nd and 3rd September marked the launch of our 2018 Collection at The Lawns Show in Cottingham. This was the first time you could visit the new collection, including our two new homes, The Malham and The St. David. It was also the first chance for you to have a look at the newly updated Ambleside.
To mark the launch we ran a 2018 Collection Giveaway, giving you the chance to win a brand new brochure and our delicious ABI chocolates. Thank you for all your entries!
The Beaulieu Show was brilliant, with lots of you coming to see the 2018 Collection and meeting The ABI Team.
After the launch, we introduced our first Holiday Home of the Month, which was The Malham – a brand new addition to the collection.
Because we love an excuse to give away prizes to our ABI fans, we celebrated National Chocolate Week with an ABI Chocolate Box giveaway. We hope our winners enjoyed their goodies!
At the end of October, The Bristol Parent stayed in an ABI in Durdle Door. You can find out about her stay here.
With the scary season coming, we shared our tips on celebrating Halloween at your ABI, and you shared with us your spookily decorated ABIs.
Our Holiday Home of the Month was The St. David, a re-designed old favourite.
With the nights drawing in, our spirits have been kept high by the vantastic<|fim_middle|>, including when you can next visit the 2018 Collection, make sure you follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. | photos you have been sharing with us of your lit up ABIs.
We were thrilled to reach over 45,000 fans on Facebook in November – a milestone for us, showing how our ABI community has grown. Moments like these remind us of how worthwhile it is putting in that extra effort to ensure our customers receive the highest quality holiday homes. Thank you for your amazing support!
The Holiday Home of the Month was The Ambleside – an absolute favourite among our ABI community. We have loved hearing your views on the new update.
To get in the festive spirit, we ran a Christmas giveaway, giving you the chance to win an ABI Biscuit Tin to share with your loved ones. We hope our winners enjoy their biscuits, and want to thank everyone for their entries – they made us very excited for Christmas!
Throughout December, we have shared your fabulously festive ABIs, which have definitely put smiles on our faces. It's great to see how much effort you put in to transforming your home-from-home into a festive triumph.
Our Holiday Home of the Month was The Westwood – cosy and welcoming, with a lot of luxury.
Thank you to our brilliant fans and parks for all your support throughout 2017, we hope you all had a wonderful Christmas, and wish you a very happy New Year!
To keep up to date with our latest news | 278 |
Technology has made everything easy for us, from banking to shopping. It won't be much of a shocker to know that most people prefer buying things they need over the internet than to walk down the street and go to a real store or mall. If you've got yourself a Blackberry smart phone and need some accessories to go with it, then you can look for it online, just like the many thousands of people who do it. Online shopping is simply too convenient, if you're afraid that you might get overcharged, then learn how to avoid it.
The thing with online shopping is that it's generally suppose to be cheaper than regular stores because companies who place their services online have got no other financial responsibilities such as utility bills, space rentals and all of that. The only exception would be online stores that are selling products from their regular brick and mortar stores. So when you're looking to buy you're Blackberry accessories online, don't go to sites that have got stores on the streets but look for those that are solely conducting their businesses online.
To make sure you don't get ripped off, you've to first know what you're paying for and what it's actually worth. If you've got the time, walk into a regular store and take a quick look at how much all the items are going for. Then when you go online to check out the accessories sold there, you would have a rough idea of how much they should be selling for. However, if you don't have the time to run into a store, then just use your internet to do a little research. You can find whatever accessory you're interested in online, so check the prices there. Usually the pricing of the item comes with a review or so, this would be a more suited option because you'll get to know what the accessory is all about.
Before making any purchases, do a little homework first and write down the accessories you want and their expected prices. When you've got that, you can start going through all the available online stores to check out the deals. If you find something that you like and is properly priced, don't buy it just yet because there are quite a lot of sweet deals to score online. Drop a message to the site manager and ask them to hold the item for you for a few hours or days so that you can come back later. When you've got a few options from a few different stores, compare and contrast so that you can pick the one that's most worth your money.
If you want more than one item, then try buying a few from the same store. Sometimes these online sites have got promotions and deals where you get a discount or free shipping if you buy a certain number of items. Whatever decision you make, put a lot of thought into it and make sure you think about it financially because in these economic times, you don't want to be making any rash financial decisions.
Online shops are getting more and more attention in the business sectors. Stores and merchandise sellers are finding it harder and harder to compete against online stores. Statistics show that there is a significant increase in online buyers especially in the gifts and jewelry department. As online shops and online shoppers are creating more and more business, business owners are trying hard to shift to having an online presence. Because online stores are selling products at a much cheaper rate, store owners are trying their best to compete against prices by lowering it and holding a store sale.
Why are products from an online shop much cheaper? First<|fim_middle|> more applications that ensure both the buyer's payment and the seller's goods will arrive at the same time at exactly the specified date. There are many online shops out there and nowadays more and more are buying online that is why steps are being taken to ensure that both parties are provided the security that they need.
Aside from selling products that are way lower than the store prices and even the recommended retail price, a lot of online shops now offer fast delivery of orders and even package tracking. This way, the clients are always aware of where there package is and when they can be expected to arrive. Though there is very less physical contact in buying online, most online shops now encourage buyers to call them directly. This aspect of online shops has allowed some form of human contact between buyers and sellers and this has proven to be very effective in marketing their products.
A lot of products are now being sold online. Most of the best sellers are on car audio head units, speakers, sub woofers, component kits, tweeters, video monitors, car wiring, car accessories, sub boxes, sub enclosures, sound proofing, car audio packages. And the top selling brands for these car audio accessories are Boschmann, Philips, JVC, and Dynamat & Dynaliner.
Since online shops sell products at cheaper prices and at the exact same quality of products that people get when they buy at the malls or appliance stores, many orders are coming in for gifts to their loved ones and even more orders are made during special holidays. | of all, online shops do not maintain a physical store. This means, they do not have to pay rent just to get the best spots for stalls and physical stores. Maintaining a store adds more to the selling price of all the products that they sell. Aside from having to pay rent, another factor that affects the prices are of course, the monthly bills that is required to keep the store up and running each day. This factor too adds more to the selling price.
Online shops are maintained by a few employees. Most of the time, the owners themselves engage in the selling of the products through websites and the hire a few more extra hands to develop it, maintain it and do other work such as social media marketing and search engine optimization. The physical shops however, need to maintain a lot of employees like cashiers, sales clerks, and even janitors. The need to pay wages increases again the selling price for all their products.
Another enticing aspect of online shopping is the availability of company verifiers, transaction security and many | 207 |
I spotted this sign yesterday at my local Wegmans, the family-owned grocery chain founded in upstate NY and growing down the northeast corridor of the U.S. Many months ago, a similar sign promoted "free antibiotics" at the store.
What does a grocery chain's pharmacy doling out "Free" [asterisked] generic Lipitor mean to the larger health ecosystem?
On the upside, health is where we live, work, play and pray, as Dr. Regina Benjamin, the Surgeon General, has said. This has become a mantra for us at THINK-Health, and regular Health Populi readers may be tiring of my repeated use of this phrase. Call it Primary Care, Everywhere.
Be that as it may, it's a crucial concept in this era of consumer-driven health<|fim_middle|> that. | and accountable care. Without patient and health/wellness engagement, making people co-creators of their own health and the health of those for whom they care, the nation has no hope of either improving public health outcomes or bending that nastily ever-increasing cost-curve — the long-term driver of the U.S. budget deficit.
In addition to community-based care and patient engagement where people 'are,' the role of the pharmacy in the community is key for healthy people, and will be playing a growing role, especially where pharmacies are co-located with grocery and Big Box stores. Wherever health care products and services can be made more convenient is a reminder about whole health, and provides greater access for people who need to fill prescriptions, as well as keep their over-the-counter, supplements, and complementary medicines supply cabinets fresh and filled.
Those are a few of the key positives of this sign. But there are other issues to tease out, as well.
"There ain't no such thing as a free lunch," wrote Robert Heinlein, science fiction writer of The Moon is a Harsh Mistress, in 1966. The iconic economist Milton Friedman wrote the book, There is No Such Thing as a Free Lunch in 1975. For pharmacies, getting foot traffic into the back of the store for a free or cheap prescription is a smart business tactic to get foot traffic into the (more profitable) front of the store to purchase beauty products, magazines, durable medical equipment, chewing gum, and detergent. For a pharmacy co-located in a grocery store, it means selling more milk, eggs, produce and canned goods, getting more shopping dollars out of consumers picking up a prescription — even a so-called free one.
Another thread to consider is the nature of a statin. Lowering high cholesterol is often amenable to changing lifestyle behaviors, such as diet and exercise. In this case, "lunch" could be reconfigured as lean and green so that perhaps a newly-diagnosed patient needing a statin might wean herself off of it even before filling the prescription for a statin — even a free one.
Health Populi's Hot Points: The lure of "free" thus isn't so free at all when it comes to patient empowerment. The first step in therapy for high cholesterol should be lifestyle changes. This worked well for a close family member, whose genetic code was predisposed to high cholesterol but for whom some aggressive and regular exercise, coupled with red yeast rice, helped to lower his cholesterol number.
Wegmans and other grocery purveyors are in the perfect position to foster healthy eating and lifestyle behavior change, as well as provide necessary prescription drugs when required. The August 25 2012 issue of the New York Times wrote about Employing Dietitians Paying Off for Supermarkets. "Hy-Vee is the only grocery chain in the country that posts a registered dietitian in almost every one of its 235 stores. In rural areas, some of its more than 190 dietitians serve a cluster of stores," the Times reported.
Hy-Vee isn't the only food chain engaging the services of nutritionists. In fact, Wegmans' lead dietician, Jane Andrews, is considered the "grande dame of supermarket dietitians," the Times says. She started at Wegmans in 1988 — very early before this became a trend. Other grocery chains with nutritionists on staff including Bashas', Giant Eagle, H-E-B, and Meijer, among others.
So groceries know food = health, and pharmacies = profitability. Getting nutritionists central into these equations will be helpful for putting people-patients in the center of the evolving health ecosystem.
Wegmans is the best grocery chain I have ever shopped at. Their produce section is amazing, their selection of organic and natural foods is affordable, and their store brand line includes whole grain pastas and breads and hormone-free chicken. Their Menu magazine has ample information about healthy eating. The fact that they are willing to offer free statins I interpret as a concern that these important medications are available to those for whom diet and exercise are insufficient to control cholesterol.
Some cautions on red yeast rice: http://sciencebasedpharmacy.wordpress.com/2009/08/06/red-yeast-rice/ Red yeast rice contains a substance identical to lovastatin. In the U.S., the FDA doesn't allow RYR containing lovastatin to be sold, because no RYR product has been through the drug approval process. However, many RYR products sold in the U.S. do contain lovastatin, because the FDA simply is not able to police the huge supplement industry. RYR sometimes contains citrinin, a toxin, and may contain who knows what other unknown substances. Therefore if someone wants to lower their cholesterol with medication, a statin is a much safer alternative than RYR. Cheaper, too. Generic pravastatin and lovastatin are available at Walmart for $4/month. RYR costs more than | 1,045 |
Luigi Benet<|fim_middle|> boundaries as a laptop replacement during business trips.
"For me personally, the efficiency, the portability, the amount of material it holds is just amazing," he says. "I find it better than a laptop. Email is just there. I don't have to log into remote access. I can easily read attachments. It syncs to Microsoft Exchange."
Criticisms of the iPad also commonly target what Apple left out, besides a physical keyboard.
"A camera would be nice," Katrodia says. "If I'm with clients comparing two stainless steel fridges and they want to match to a stove, it would be nice to take a picture of the fridge and match it to the stove."
For his part, Moody would like to see email folders in the Mail app.
But these early adopters aren't put out by what the iPad doesn't yet have. They focus on how a tablet computer helps their productivity.
"We're still early in the game," Smith observes. "As iPad versions of business apps are released, I'll be working on the iPad much more in the future."
Originally published on cbc.ca.
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Profile: iPad at work
Early adoption gives Canadian businesses competitive edge
Note: I wanted to profile slate computers in general, but the only one with any public profile to speak of at the time of publication was Apple's iPad.
Parag Katrodia has been selling appliances for more than two years at the Mississauga, Ont., branch of Goemans Appliances. For the past few months he has been doing so using an appliance of his own, one more commonly seen in the livingroom than the showroom: Apple Inc.'s new tablet computing device, the iPad.
Katrodia wields his iPad as he would a clipboard when serving customers, and he says it makes him a more effective salesperson than he would be if he were only armed with paper sales sheets.
"While selling a stove recently, I used the iPad to get on the internet to show the difference between two particular brands," Katrodia says by way of example, "and my customers chose to go with my advice."
Katrodia has ditched paper brochures in favour of his iPad, which he uses to show up-to-date PDF versions of brochures as well as to access manufacturer websites, print invoices, set up deliveries, create quotes and access his company's systems.
And it wasn't a corporate initiative — Katrodia simply figured his personal tablet could help him make more sales, so he asked his IT department to hook it up to the store's wireless network and inventory system.
Seeing the competitive edge it gives him, some of Katrodia's colleagues are now pressing management for their own iPads.
"When it gets busy there aren't enough computers on the floor, and customers still want to be taken care of as quickly as possible," he explains.
From consumer toy to business tool
Katrodia is part of a cohort of Canadians who acquired iPads before they were officially sold in Canada. While the iPad continues to be marketed primarily to consumers, there's growing interest from business and other companies seem set to follow Katrodia's example.
Mercedes-Benz Financial, for one, plans a pilot program for iPads loaded with its MB Advantage software to see if representatives can use it to sell more cars.
Third-party applications, or "apps," are the secret sauce in Apple's iUniverse. There are more than 200,000 already available for the iPad and its smaller smartphone cousins. The iPad can run apps built for other Apple products, the iPhone and iPod Touch, albeit at either iPhone size or at a blown-up and grainy resolution. But many developers are starting to release iPad-tailored apps that take advantage of the slate's distinguishing features, like the larger touchscreen and the integrated microphone.
Chances are that people will need to buy a few of these apps to ready an iPad for the workplace. Katrodia, for instance, uses the GoodReader app to view brochures.
"I'm still exploring the world of apps," says Kim Moody, managing partner of Moody's LLP Tax Advisors in Calgary.
The ABA Journal app is one of his favourites. "It's important for me to keep up to date in law, specifically tax law. I send articles from my iPad to staff and interested clients."
Apple's iPad Apps aside, the device itself has won plaudits and outsold expectations because of its innovative design. Stephen Smith, principal of Cambridge, Ont.-based technology consultancy Oakbridge Information Solutions, notes the importance of designing appealing technology versus gadgets that simply get the job done.
"For some people, that makes the difference between wanting to use an app and just putting up with an app," he says.
"I've gone through three technical reference manuals already in iBooks [Apple's e-reader software]," Smith adds. "I like having manuals with me, and it's better than lugging books around."
Both Moody and Smith use the iPad to deliver presentations.
"It isn't as clunky as dragging around a laptop and a projector for a presentation to three people," Smith says.
Still, tablets aren't for every workplace.
Few question the iPad's chops as a content consumption device, but complaints arise among those who create content, for example. When users need to type, a virtual keyboard appears on the screen itself. Opinions on this feature are mixed at best.
Apple mitigates this matter by selling a custom-made keyboard and enabling pairing with Bluetooth keyboards. Third-party dictation apps also help people avoid the onscreen keyboard.
"I can't see myself writing proposals or documentation on the iPad," Smith says, "but I can use it for documentation review."
The first question Smith fields from his clients is whether an iPad can replace a laptop. "My answer: probably not, though it could complement your laptop," he says.
"There will be situations where instead of having to take your laptop out of the office, you'll be able to take your iPad instead and do the same things that you would have done with your laptop."
Moody pushes the iPad's | 1,050 |
A few months after testing, my in-depth review for the Then I Met You cleansing duo is finally here. A sensorial experience, a scrumptious delight and two products packed with nutritious ingredients. Along with this review, I recently sat down with Charlotte Cho in her New York City head office to discover what jeong means to her. She acquainted those feelings when she introduced the sentiment of jeong when she launched Then I Met You. You can read the profile I wrote about her journey here.
Then I Met You focuses on going deeper. It's more than just a double cleanse.
Side note: The cleansing duo is made for all skin types, cruelty free and vegan, free of sulfates, alcohol, parabens, artificial coloring and synthetic fragrances.
What is it: A luxurious balm, oil cleanser that melts away oil-based impurities, makeup, sunscreen and excess sebum.
What it does: Removes impurities while nourishing the skin with antioxidants, essential fatty acids and vitamin E.
Benefits and key ingredients: Seaberry/Sea Buckthorn oil is rich in stearic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, and omega-6 which are all fatty acids. From TIMY: The bright orange coloring is due to high lycopene and carotenoid content. With time the coloring will fade but does not diminish the effectiveness of the cleanser. Olive oil is a nourishing antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory and anti-aging benefits. Together, olive oil and sea buckthorn help restore the skin barrier. Persimmon extract brightens the skin. It's a radical scavenger that prevents premature aging and photo damage. Grapeseed oil nourishes the skin while removing oil-based impurities in a gentle way. Vitamin E is a healing ingredient and is an essential component to healthy and nourished skin. It also has a ton of antioxidant properties. View the full ingredient list here.
Texture and scent: This is a sorbet-soft balm cleanser that smells like a mango sorbet. Hints of rosemary, persimmon and grapefruit add to the aromatic experience.
How to use: As your first step of the double cleanse, Then I Met You recommends to take the spatula and use a dime sized amount onto dry skin and gently massage to melt away the makeup. The best way to remove an oil based cleanser? Emulsify it with warm water to properly wash everything away to prepare for your second step water based cleanse.
My experience: The Living Cleansing Balm is one of the most unique cleansing moments I've ever experienced so far.
The second I opened the tub, I gasped. The colour, the decadent texture and the scent. It all just made sense. I remember taking the spatula and went deeper like it told me to. Melting everything onto my skin, the texture was the first thing I felt the most. It's just… beautiful. It's smooth and it's juicy, it's a delight. It feels like a mango sorbet. Pure silk. The Living Cleansing Balm has become one of my favourite first cleanses. It removes ALL my makeup so effortlessly. It's not like a typical balm cleanser. I can directly apply it to my skin without even having to rub it into my hands. It's not chunky, it doesn't crumble up and it just feels like a dream. Even if I'm not wearing makeup, using it on bare skin is such fun experience. It's super nourishing and soothing, unlike any other oil based product I've ever tried.
Details: C$51.00 approximately converted / USD$38.00 for 90 g / 3.17 oz | Available at Then I Met You | Comes with a spatula.
What is it: A gel cleanser with a jelly texture to soothe the skin.
What it does: Soothes, softens and awakens your skin. Followed as a second cleanse, it'll also help remove the excess impurities from the first oil cleanse along with water based impurities.
Benefits and ket ingredients: Licorice root extract is a gentle and effective antioxidant to help even out your skin tone and and reduce free radicals. Green Tea is used as an anti-inflammatory oil packed with essential fatty acids. Rice ferment filtrate is rich in enzymes and amino acids as well as brightens the skin. Tea Tree Leaf is an herbal antioxidant with antimicrobial properties that's commonly used for spot treatments and is gentle enough for acne-prone skin. Centella Asiatica in an antioxidant-rich ingredient made up of asiatic acid, madecassic acid, and madecassoside and several other actives. Centella Asiatica is wound-healing and moisturizing. Gluconolactone (PHA) is a gentle acid with exfoliating, moisturizing and antioxidant factors without sensitizing the skin. View the full ingredient list here.
Texture and scent: This cleanser is a fun, bouncy, stretchy, yummy cleanser that smells like tea. Like Charlotte says, it really does awaken your senses.
How to use: As the second step of your double cleanse, squeeze out a pea-sized amount on wet hands and gentle massage into your skin, removing all the water based impurities.
My experience: You're unique in all your beautiful, jelly glory.
The Soothing Tea Gel has become one of my favourite cleansers. You know, cleansers in general have become so fun to me, especially when they're packed with such delicious ingredients like this one. From the texture to the gentle foam, which is barely there at all, this cleanser is scrumptious. It's super gentle for morning and evening, waking my skin up and instantly evening my skin tone. It's super soothing and gentle feels SO refreshing. It quenches my skin, makes me feel alive and smells really delightful. It's currently my go-to!
Overall thoughts: I love the cleansing duo together and apart. The day Charlotte launched the line, I ordered it in a heartbeat. The concept is brilliant, her story is lovely and the ingredients are just awesome. I do think they're a little on the "luxe" and pricey side, but that's subjective to everyone. I say luxe because of the price point, but regardless of a price point, any skincare product should feel luxurious as long as it makes you feel happy and alive. And the cleansing duo does. It's more than just cleansing. More than a routine. It's jeong. I truly look forward to Charlotte's skincare journey and growth with Then I Met You and all her other endeavours to come.
You can shop the cleansing duo together here or individually.
After testing every product from Youth To The People, I thought I'd write a review on each one individually. There are currently 7 products in the line, ranging from a cleanser, serum, creams and an oil. You'll notice that kale and spinach are two of the most common ingredients used in their products. Their two latest launches include some new and interesting ingredients that set them apart. Buckle up, because I'm about to start cold-pressing.
Side note: All products are made with 100% vegan ingredients, cold-pressed extracts, recyclable packaging, made in USA, no animal testing, no parabens, no phthalates, no sulfates.
What is it: A daily gentle face wash powered and formulated with cold-pressed ingredients and antioxidants. Essentially, a green juice cleanse for your face.
What it does: Cleanses skin without stripping or drying your skin barrier, balancing the pH levels. It works to prevent build up from free radicals all the way to dirt in the pores, removes makeup and nourishes the skin.
Custom Superfoods Blend: Kale, Spinach, Green Tea, Alfalfa, Vitamins C, E, K | View full ingredient list here.
Benefits and key ingredients: Kale is rich in phytonutrients and vitamins C, E and K. A phytonutrient is a substance found in certain plants, believed to help prevent certain diseases and has health benefits. Spinach will help soothe the skin and boosts the skins high natural moisture content. It also has cooling properties. Green tea is used as an anti-inflammatory oil packed with essential fatty acids.
Texture and scent: This is a gel cleanser with a fresh, clean and herbaceous scent.
My experience: I never did morning cleanses until I tried this cleanser.
My skin type is normal, and since I do a lengthy routine in the evening I find it unnecessary to do one in the morning. (This cleanser is also great for any skin type!) With this cleanser, it's just different. In the morning, I'll spray my face with mineral water, pour a little cleanser into my palm and gently massage until the gel starts to lather. I then wash it off with cold water, and it is THE most refreshing skincare moment I have in the morning. I look forward to you. You instantly brighten me. You make my mornings ten times happier. You take care of me by making sure there isn't any dirt or free radicals just laying around on my skin. To cut it to the point, I love you with all of me and I'm thankful to have you in my life. You really are a glass of freshness, crisp greens and water for my face. (It's also amazing as a second cleanse. I personally wouldn't use it to take off makeup because I double cleanse with an oil cleanser and follow up with a water or gel based cleanser!) It's one of my favourite cleansers ever.
Details: C$45.00 / USD $36.00 for 8oz/ 237 mL | Available on YTTP and Sephora | Comes with an pump.
What is it: A super serum, high-performance elixir that illuminates the skin with age defying antioxidants. The Hyaluronic Acid will also plump and brighten the skin.
What it does: Brightens, plumps and firms the skin.
Benefits and key ingredients: Tripeptide 5 is a peptide complex that will visibly help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Peptides are tiny proteins and active molecules which have anti-aging benefits and derive from collagen broken down into amino acids. The crosslinked Hyaluronic Acid will aid the skin in keeping its moisture and leave the skin plumped. Casually known as a natural hydrator. The chelated Vitamin C is an essential antioxidant for the skin which will prevent the skin from aging and counteract the effects of pollution and free radicals.
Texture and scent: This is a light gel serum with no scent.
My experience: A definitive yes.
It does exactly what it says. Plumps, brightens and firms the skin without leaving it tight. It's super lightweight and effective. I personally haven't used it in the morning, but in my experience, using it at night works great for me. I wake up and my skin feels smooth and balanced. Always remember to wear SPF especially if a product has some sort of Vitamin C derivative. Your skin will be more susceptible to sun damage.
I'd recommend this to anyone who's getting into serums and wants something simple and effective.
Details: C$74.00 / USD $62.00 for 1oz/ 30 mL | Available on YTTP and Sephora | Comes with a pump.
What is it: A superfood mask to reset the skin by instantly balancing and restoring dull and tired skin.
What it does: Resets your skin from environmental stressors and free radicals. It'll detoxify and hydrate the skin, too.
Benefits and key ingredients: Spirulina is a sea-based superfood packed with phytonutrients along with vitamins K and B12. Microalgae is a nutrient-rich source packed with exfoliating enzymes and essential minerals. It'll speed up cell turnover. Kale is rich in phytonutrients and vitamins C, E and K.
You win. This mask is lovely to apply and remove. I wouldn't even consider it a clay mask for how soothing and moisturizing it is. It's difficult to find a clay one that doesn't tighten up the skin<|fim_middle|> miracle. It's simple, effective and clean.
What is it: A lightweight, air-whipped moisture cream.
What it does: It restores, balances and conditions the skin with Hyaluronic Acid.
Benefits and key ingredients: Kale is rich in phytonutrients and vitamins C, E and K. Green tea is used as an anti-inflammatory oil packed with essential fatty acids. Hyaluronic Acid will help the skin retain moisture and act as a natural hydrator.
How to use: Youth To The People recommends smoothing a dime-sized amount of cream onto the skin until fully absorbed. It can be used morning and evening. Tip: Use the cream as a makeup primer or even mix it with your foundation! I have to say, it works wonders as a primer. Side note: It's great for all skin types but best for combination/oily.
Texture and scent: This is a air-whipped gel cream with a light, clean and herbaceous scent.
My experience: I'm getting emotional.
This cream was one of the first to be curated in my collection when starting my skincare journey. I remember buying the Superfood Youth Duo Mini and feeling all the excitement in the world. To this day, it's truly one of the loveliest creams I've tried. I say lovely because of how delicate it is. It's… It feels blurring. I can't even describe it. It's beautiful in the morning, leaving my skin refreshed and plump. Ugh. The best way I'd describe it? A sweet, gel-like, ultra-light marshmallow whipped, blurring dream.
I've recommended this cream to countless amounts of people and received nothing but good feedback. If you're looking for an everyday moisturizer, add this to your cart.
Details: C$59.00 / USD $48.00 for 2 oz/ 59 mL | Available at YTTP and Sephora | Comes with a spatula.
What is it: A deeply moisturizing cream with adaptogenic mushrooms and herbs to soothe the skin and adapt to skin stressors.
What it does: It soothes and calms the skin down with adaptogenic mushrooms and herbs when facing everyday stressors like UV rays and environmental pollutants.
Proprietary Adaptogen Blend: Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, Reishi, and Holy Basil. View full ingredient list here.
How to use: Youth To The People recommends to apply the cream on cleansed skin every morning and evening. Works great after using the Superberry Hydrate and Glow Oil and Superfood Firm and Brighten Serum. Tip: The cream works wonders when used on freshly cleansed skin or simply on its own.
Texture and scent: This is a soothing cream with no added scent or fragrance. To me, it feels like a dream. It's like a creamy cloud and butter on toast took shrooms and created a cream.
My experience: You're beautiful in all of your soothing glory.
You adapt to me in the most soothing, creamy way. You feel so light and you apply so delicately.
You want to taste me?
Adapt to every part of me.
I'd like to explore every euphoric part of you.
This is truly one of the best creams on the market. It's all everyone's talking about and that's how it should be. My cheeks are prone to redness, from my youth all until present day. This cream truly helps with diminishing the redness. Adapts to my skin. Soothes it and keeps it moisturized from morning until night. And I love using it morning and night.
If you have a lot of redness and your skin feels stressed, this one's for you.
Details: C$70.00 / USD $58.00 for 2 oz/ 59 mL | Available at YTTP and Sephora | Comes with a spatula.
What is it: A lightweight, ultra enriched and flash absorbing facial oil that harnesses the nutrients of rare super berries and nourishing ingredients.
What it does: Hydrates and illuminates the skin with unique ingredients to illuminate, hydrate and revive the skin.
Custom Superberry Blend: Maqui, acai, prickly pear, goji berry, sunflower, jojoba, moringa and squalane. View full ingredient list here.
Benefits and key ingredients: Maqui is the most antioxidant dense fruit in the WORLD. It's a rare superberry that'll help fight free radicals. Acai is rich in omega 3, 6 and 9 fatty acids which will help revive dry and dull skin. Prickly pear is an extremely hydrating ingredient that helps ease apparent and subtle signs of redness. Goji is also rich in antioxidants, essential fatty acids with vitamins C and E. It helps fight free radicals as well as softens the appearance of fine lines.
How to use: Youth To The People recommends to apply the oil after cleansing. Applying 2-5 drops of oil onto hands, rub together and press into the skin. (I personally think 2-3 go a long way!) Great for morning and evening. Tip: Mix the oil into foundation or even contour sticks! It'll leave the prettiest glow.
Texture and scent: This is a lightweight oil with a bright, fruit and juicy scent.
I've never tried anything like it. It's ethereal. Can I even describe a product like that? I sure just did.
It's just… It stands its own ground. The Superberry oil is so nourishing and melts into the skin so seamlessly. It's not heavy and doesn't feel greasy. This oil is ideal for everyday applied alone or with your favourite moisturizer. A little goes a long way which is so worth it in the long run if you're using it daily. And the scent… the scent! It's just so gorgeous. My skin literally craves this oil ever since I started using it. My overall complexion looks brighter, healthier and glowing from within. It also moisturizes the heck out of my skin, leaving it smooth and glistening. Also, the ingredients? Really? Youth To The People really did that. It's an experience, to say the least.
I discovered Youth To The People a little over a year ago and I've fallen in love since the first moment I tried their products. Their mission and dedication to deliver skincare that ties in science and superfoods intrigued me and to this day still does. They're different. I recently had a beautiful conversation with YTTP's cofounder, Greg Gonzales, and decided to write a profile on him and the company. Read it here.
You are youth. You are loved.
Disclaimer: The Superfood Cleanser, Superberry Hydrate and Glow Oil and Adaptogen Cream were gifted to me from the brand.
All images and content found on Desseydoll are from the garden of roses that she has planted in her brain, which continue to blossom day by day. | or dry it out, but this one truly feels like a buttery, moisturizing dream. I see instant results of a balanced glow, um, hi, hello. Here for it. The ingredients, though. Living for the microalgae! Safe to say, it's the best clay mask I've ever tried to date.
Details: C$55.00 / USD $44.00 for 2 oz/ 59 mL | Available at YTTP and Sephora | Comes with a spatula.
What is it: A nourishing eye cream that delivers vital nutrients to the skin.
What it does: Nourishes the under eye area with restorative vitamins, superfoods and peptides.
Benefits and key ingredients: Kale is rich in phytonutrients and vitamins C, E and K. Aloe is a super gentle and acts as a lightweight skin-soother that has cooling and soothing properties. It boasts a high natural moisture content. Sunflower oil is anti-inflammatory packed with essential fatty acids. EFAs are critical in keeping the skin hydrated and plump.
How to use: Youth To The People recommends applying a small amount of cream around the eye area. (My tip: Always make sure to apply eye creams with your ring finger! It'll apply the cream with the softest pressure in such a delicate area. Also, make sure you're applying the eye cream in the proper area. Applying face cream in the eye area when it's meant for the rest of the face can cause milia!) The cream is formulated to be the ideal primer for under concealer! Wait for it to absorb and follow with concealer.
Texture and scent: This is a smooth and rich eye cream with a light, clean and herbaceous scent.
My experience: I'm on this sunflower oil energy. Can we get more?
Yeah, I love it. Man, the more I write these reviews the more I realize YTTP hasn't let me down. Eye creams can often be frowned upon but I'm here for this one. Just as much as it's here for ME. I've been using preventative skincare for a couple of years now, so I don't have any fine lines or wrinkles, but this cream almost instantly de-puffs and nourishes my under eye area as well as diminish ANY sort of fine lines. The next morning, my under eye area looks TEN times smoother than it did the day before. It's lovely. I really they nailed this one. Ingredients and all.
If you're looking for an eye cream that isn't gimmicky and does what it says, go for it. It's not this scary, anti-aging commercial | 541 |
Homeostasis is derived from a Greek term that means "same state." Biologically it refers<|fim_middle|>mia? | to the way your body attempts to maintain constant internal conditions in an ever-changing external environment. The body can control internal conditions such as temperature, heart rate and blood pressure. It uses a monitoring system that detects outside conditions and makes the necessary hormonal changes to maintain a steady set point. The body can control heart rate using a variety of methods.
The body can regulate its blood pressure to directly control heart rate through a "negative feedback loop." This simply means an increase in one function will cause a decrease in another. For example, the body can constrict its vessels to increase blood pressure, causing pressure receptors to send a message to the brain, which will then release a chemical to slow the heart rate.
During stress or exercise, your body will cause the heart rate to increase in order to meet metabolic needs. The adrenal gland, which lies on top of both kidneys, releases a hormone called epinephrine; this hormone travels to the heart and attaches to certain receptors, causing the heart rate to increase.
During rest, your body will keep the heart rate in a low range to match the body's metabolic needs. When your body is resting, the adrenal gland continually releases a chemical known as acetylcholine, which acts on blood vessels and the heart to decrease blood pressure and heart rate, respectively.
When your body loses a large amount of blood volume (i.e. bleeding), the adrenal gland and the hypothalamus release norepinephrine and vasopressin, respectively. These hormones will constrict blood vessels to maintain an adequate blood pressure and increase the heart rate so organs receive blood.
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Water Vapor Confirmed As Major Player In Climate Change
ScienceDaily, Nov. 18, 2008 — Water vapor is known to be Earth's most abundant greenhouse gas, but the extent of its contribution to global warming has been debated. Using recent NASA satellite data, researchers have estimated more precisely than ever the heat-trapping effect of water in the air, validating the role of the gas as a critical component of climate change.
Andrew Dessler and colleagues from Texas A&M University in College Station confirmed that the heat-amplifying effect of water vapor is potent enough to double the climate warming caused by increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
With new observations, the scientists confirmed experimentally what existing climate models had anticipated theoretically. The research team used novel data from the Atmospheric Infrared Sounder (AIRS) on NASA's Aqua satellite to measure precisely the humidity throughout the lowest<|fim_middle|> other greenhouse gases, such that the warming brought about by increased carbon dioxide allows more water vapor to enter the atmosphere.
"The difference in an atmosphere with a strong water vapor feedback and one with a weak feedback is enormous," Dessler said.
Climate models have estimated the strength of water vapor feedback, but until now the record of water vapor data was not sophisticated enough to provide a comprehensive view of at how water vapor responds to changes in Earth's surface temperature. That's because instruments on the ground and previous space-based could not measure water vapor at all altitudes in Earth's troposphere -- the layer of the atmosphere that extends from Earth's surface to about 10 miles in altitude.
AIRS is the first instrument to distinguish differences in the amount of water vapor at all altitudes within the troposphere. Using data from AIRS, the team observed how atmospheric water vapor reacted to shifts in surface temperatures between 2003 and 2008. By determining how humidity changed with surface temperature, the team could compute the average global strength of the water vapor feedback.
"This new data set shows that as surface temperature increases, so does atmospheric humidity," Dessler said. "Dumping greenhouse gases into the atmosphere makes the atmosphere more humid. And since water vapor is itself a greenhouse gas, the increase in humidity amplifies the warming from carbon dioxide."
Specifically, the team found that if Earth warms 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit, the associated increase in water vapor will trap an extra 2 Watts of energy per square meter (about 11 sq. ft.).
"That number may not sound like much, but add up all of that energy over the entire Earth surface and you find that water vapor is trapping a lot of energy," Dessler said. "We now think the water vapor feedback is extraordinarily strong, capable of doubling the warming due to carbon dioxide alone."
Because the new precise observations agree with existing assessments of water vapor's impact, researchers are more confident than ever in model predictions that Earth's leading greenhouse gas will contribute to a temperature rise of a few degrees by the end of the century.
"This study confirms that what was predicted by the models is really happening in the atmosphere," said Eric Fetzer, an atmospheric scientist who works with AIRS data at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif. "Water vapor is the big player in the atmosphere as far as climate is concerned."
Adapted from materials provided by NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center.
NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center (2008, November 18). Water Vapor Confirmed As Major Player In Climate Change. ScienceDaily. Retrieved November 18, 2008, from http://www.sciencedaily.com /releases/2008/11/081117193013.htm
Link to article and animated graphs of water vapor around the planet:
http://www.nasa.gov/topics/earth/features/vapor_warming.html
Highly recommended further reading:
http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/Features/WaterVapor/water_vapor.php
Labels: Tropospheric temperatures | 10 miles of the atmosphere. That information was combined with global observations of shifts in temperature, allowing researchers to build a comprehensive picture of the interplay between water vapor, carbon dioxide, and other atmosphere-warming gases. The NASA-funded research was published recently in the American Geophysical Union's Geophysical Research Letters.
"Everyone agrees that if you add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere, then warming will result," Dessler said. "So the real question is, how much warming?"
The answer can be found by estimating the magnitude of water vapor feedback. Increasing water vapor leads to warmer temperatures, which causes more water vapor to be absorbed into the air. Warming and water absorption increase in a spiraling cycle.
Water vapor feedback can also amplify the warming effect of | 153 |
Sylvia called the meeting to order at 6:35pm and welcomed everyone in attendance.
Sylvia said that she would be leading the discussion of the bike rodeo for Brenda and would be presenting the Treasurer's Report for Chris. Maeve asked that a brief<|fim_middle|> the Lavelin land.
Sylvia talked about the bike rodeo offered by CanBike (a program from Cycling Canada). This would be a free event. There are programs for children, adults and seniors. This is something that Brenda will look into for the spring.
Maeve said that the woman who used to pay for the lighting on Henry Lane is now no longer able to afford it. There is confusion about whether or not the city is responsible for this lighting and whether or not there is a hydro pole on the lane. Sue said that she was told when they bought their house that the lane was city property. She said she will look for her deed to see if it can clarify the issue.
Maeve suggested that she might speak with the Councillor at the AGM about this issue.
Peggy told the group that she sent a letter to the Councillor's office about the need for a three-way stop at the corner of Lebreton and Henry.
The next meet is scheduled for Wednesday, 18 November at 6:30pm. | discussion of the lighting issue on Henry Lane be added to the agenda. A motion to approve the amended agenda was put forward by Scott and seconded by Maeve.
Peggy moved to approve the minutes from the September 16, 2015 meeting; this motion was seconded by Scott.
Sylvia told the group she had submitted an application to the city for funds for community events (e.g. party in the park, movie night). The only potential issue is the need for 2 million in liability insurance. Sylvia has asked for quotations for this insurance, and once we have a sense of the amount of money involved, we will make a decision about whether or not to proceed. Our current application is for a total of $3,000, with $350 allotted to insurance. The application required that the planned event be tied to a civic holiday. Sylvia said she listed the Saturday of the Labour Day weekend; this date can be changed if the application is accepted.
The event could include any or all of the following: bike inspection, scavenger hunt and movie night.
Sue said that David's office had responded to her letter about the green space beside the Bell Tower building stating that because it is private land there is little that the city can do to influence its use. The Councillor's office suggested contacting 311 to report that the land is in need of maintenance.
Scott suggested contacting our newly elected Member of Parliament, Catherine McKenna.
Sue told the group she will be attending a workshop in early November on how to create a community garden. This land could be the site of a community garden. Raised beds would be a solution if the site is too contaminated. Another possible use is as a dog run, Sylvia said.
Action: Sue will contact the Real Property section of PWGSC about the land.
GACA's account currently shows a balance of $1,253, which includes $500 allotted to the contingency fund. There is a $52 cheque that has been written but has not yet been cashed.
Sylvia said one membership had been sold at the community clean up.
The group discussed changing the date of the membership drive from November to the spring.
Action: Sylvia will meet with Brenda to discuss the possibility of moving the timing of the membership drive.
Darlene said she was disappointed with the turn out for the fall clean up. Ian said the spring clean up had attracted more people. One possible reason was that we had included a barbecue with that clean up. Sue suggested that the board decide on a date for the fall clean up before it breaks for the summer. Lisa suggested adding a calendar of events to the website so people would have advance notice of upcoming events.
Action: Darlene will send the template for the appreciation certificate to David so he can update it and Darlene can present a new certificate to Tim Horton's as thanks for the contribution to the fall clean up.
Sylvia told the group she had written a letter to Glebe High School about garbage in our neighbourhood from its students. She will send the same letter to McDonalds.
Sylvia reviewed the agenda for the AGM scheduled for Wednesday, October 28.
Action: Iain will create a poster to advertise the AGM and will put copies up around the neighbourhood.
Sylvia said she has been back and forth with the people who are planning the building at the corner of Bronson and Carling (on the west side). The plan is for a 9 to 12-storey upscale rental property. The big issue will be parking, she said, as it is for the proposed Sancom student building.
The deadline for submission to The Glebe Report is this coming Friday.
Action: Scott will write an article about | 770 |
Young jobseekers were given a taste of working life with a special, behind-the-scenes trip to one of Tyneside's top leisure venues.
The seven-strong group, aged between 16 and 25, were given an access all areas trip to Osbornes, Scalini's and the New Northumbria Hotel, Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle, as part of an initiative aimed at boosting their employment prospects.
During their visit they were given tours of the busy hotel reception and had the opportunity to grill Scalini's head chef Rufus France about his 17-year career in the catering industry.
Kirsty Lane, assistant manager at Osbornes, then gave them a short talk before taking them down to the cellars so they could track the progress of pints from the barrel to the glass.
The young people are taking part in a Barclay's Premier League Workshop programme, managed by the NUFC Foundation.
The 15 week initiative is aimed at helping them to become work ready, return to education, access training or gain meaningful employment.
Among the group was 20-year-old Samantha Trotter, from Gateshead, whose involvement with the course has already led her to obtain work in the hospitality industry.
"Through the support of Newcastle United Foundation and local businesses, such as The Malhotra Group plc, I have had great opportunities to learn more about different sectors," she said.
"This visit has given me a real incentive to continue to work hard to progress in my new job and has reinforced that I would really like my long term career to be in this industry.
The visit was the brainchild of Atul Malhotra, director of Newcastle-based Malhotra Group plc and a board member of Newcastle United Foundation.
"It's always<|fim_middle|>. | nice to give young people, who are keen to work hard, the chance to explore a sector and find out, from the horse's mouth, what it's like to work in," he said.
Amy Sill, Business Engagement Coordinator at NUFC Foundation, said: "We are really grateful to the Malhotra Group for supporting Barclays Premier League Works | 71 |
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The Dabney Lives Up to Hype with Fierce Mid-Atlantic Focus
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Chef Jeremiah Langhorne works in an open kitchen at the Dabney, his rustic ode to Mid-Atlantic cuisine in the Shaw neighborhood.
Over the past year, no restaurant in Washington has generated as much buzz as the Dabney, chef Jeremiah Lang<|fim_middle|>. The nightclub is situated in an underground space near the White House that has seen a succession of clubs come and go over the past decade and a half. D.C. nightlife impresario Antonis Karagounis, who also owns Ultrabar, Soundcheck, Barcode and the live music venue Echostage, is hoping L8 will have staying power. Our first glance suggests strong potential.
The 3,000-square-foot venue can accommodate 220 patrons under shimmering chandeliers and atmospheric lighting that reveals exposed brick, lighted mirrors, polished concrete flooring and white leather walls against a color scheme of dark blue, crimson, regal purple and black. A turbo-charged sound system pumps top 40 favorites, mash-ups, Latin, international, EDM and hip-hop spun by a live deejay.
If you're looking for a high-energy night out, L8 provides an appealing new option, while the Ivy Room offers a nice place to kick back and chill with friends over cocktails. Both are welcome additions to D.C. nightlife.
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122 Blagden Alley, NW
http://thedabney.com
Ivy Room
1369 New York Ave., NE
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Michael Coleman (@michaelcoleman) is the dining reviewer for The Washington Diplomat.
Last Edited on July 6, 2016 | horne's rustic ode to Mid-Atlantic cuisine.
The day after we dined at the funky-yet-elegant eight-month-old eatery in the Shaw neighborhood in June, Food & Wine magazine named it one of the 10 best restaurants in America. Earlier, it ranked number eight on the Washington Post's list of 10 best new restaurants. It's easy to understand why. From the warm ambience, to the service, to the intriguing menu, to the dramatic flair of the kitchen, to the dazzling flavors bursting off the plates, the Dabney consistently hits impressive notes.
But first: Plan ahead to get a table. Last we checked in mid-June, the Dabney's 55 seats were booked solid almost three weeks in advance. We managed to snag a reservation at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday — not an ideal booking — but we took what we could get. We're immensely glad we did.
Langhorne, a 31-year-old D.C. native who honed his culinary chops on the inventive and competitive food scene in Charleston, S.C., is fiercely committed to local ingredients. In fact, he says an impressive 90 percent of everything on his menu is sourced from local and regional farmers, or from the small garden on the roof of his restaurant. Indeed, much of what arrived at our table tasted almost freakishly fresh.
Photo: The Dabney
Lightly smoked Atlantic mackerel at the Dabney is presented with chunks of mackerel resting on a pinwheel of potatoes and greens centered by a sliced, soft-boiled egg.
Take, for example, a bowl of strawberry gazpacho with Maryland blue crab and lime topped with "anise hyssop," or a few leaves of locally grown, glistening green mint. Beautiful to behold and equally impressive on the palate, the chilled soup had a slight crunch, rendering it almost as more of a compote than a soup. The combination of organic strawberries (none of those genetically engineered, store-bought berries here), lime and mint was tart and sweet, without being cloying. Delicate slivers of white crab meat added a subtle, briny complexity. The gazpacho was a terrifically flavorful and perfectly seasonal start to an early summer dinner.
Next up was lightly smoked Atlantic mackerel with a confit potato salad, parsley, dill and egg. This dish was also beautifully presented, with chunks of mackerel resting on a pinwheel of potatoes and greens centered by a sliced, soft-boiled egg whose yolk was still a bit gooey. A touch of smoky-tangy mustard hid subtly in the mix, accentuating the mackerel's rich flavor.
Diners at the Dabney can take one of two approaches to their meal. Either order two or three (or four if you're really hungry) small plates apiece, or share one of the main entrée selections and order a couple of smaller plates and maybe a side dish or two to round out the meal. We opted for the latter approach.
Our final small plate order — a dish of Chesapeake rockfish — was perhaps the only misstep of the meal. It's not that the rockfish was bad; on the contrary, it was quite tender and flavorful. But for $17, the portion size — barely the size of half a deck of cards — was absurd. The delicate chunk of fish was scattered with butter-poached leek, snap peas, a small dollop of meyer lemon custard, lettuce and tarragon. Again, it made for a lovely presentation, prompting my friend to note that it felt as if we were "eating a work of art." Indeed. Unfortunately, this culinary picture wasn't worth the price.
At the Dabney, a bowl of strawberry gazpacho with Maryland blue crab and lime topped with a few leaves of locally grown, glistening green mint is beautiful to behold and equally impressive on the palate.
Our main entrée — an order of roasted pork loin from Whistle Pig Hollow farm in Reisterstown, Md. — put us back on track. The meat was plentiful and tender, served with smoked potatoes and grilled green garlic, radish and broccoli rabe. While the pork was delectable, especially those charred ends of the loin, we both raved about the smoked potatoes lightly dressed in a tangy, creamy hollandaise-style sauce.
We note that the potatoes were smoked, not traditionally baked or roasted as in so many kitchens. Langhorne relies on an old-school hearth to fire his kitchen instead of fancy modern stoves and ovens, and it gives him inspiration to do things normal kitchens don't. Long sticks of oak and hickory stacked into a box burned ferociously in the center of the kitchen throughout our meal, with the embers heating a grill, griddle and other cooking devices. A giant — and somehow quiet — ventilation system sucks the smoke and heat up and away from the dining room.
On the night we had dinner at the Dabney, Langhorne was front and center in the open kitchen, announcing orders, directing his cooks and occasionally conferring with servers and even diners. In fact, one of the most enjoyable elements of our meal was watching an accomplished and busy chef and his team work their magic. In D.C., at least for the moment, the Dabney is as close to culinary magic as you'll find.
Late-Night Libations
Diplomat readers, many of whom enjoy Washington's varied and ever-evolving nightlife, have two intriguing and sophisticated new choices for enjoying a libation on the town: Ivy Room and L8.
Photo: John Robinson
The Ivy Room is a new cocktail lounge that opened along a formerly dilapidated stretch of New York Avenue in Northeast.
The Ivy Room is a new cocktail lounge that opened in June as part of the booming brewing and distillery scene underway along a formerly dilapidated stretch of New York Avenue in Northeast. Real estate magnate Douglas Jemal has bet big on the small neighborhood known as Ivy City and his gamble is starting to pay off. Jemal converted the old Hecht's warehouse into stylish — and rapidly filling — luxury apartments, and major national retailers such as Nike and Petco have also opened stores in the area, with more on the way.
The neighborhood is also home to Atlas Brewing Works, the Green Hat Gin distillery and Republic Restoratives Distillery, where the new Ivy Room is situated.
On June 8, co-owners Rachel Gardner and Pia Carusone, a former chief of staff for Arizona Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, welcomed Giffords and her astronaut husband Mark Kelly, as well as Rep. Ami Bera (D-Calif.), former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty and a couple hundred other stylishly clad Washingtonians to a grand opening party. We were impressed by the room's minimal but warm décor — a modern combination of wood, glass and dark steel, and even more impressed by the cocktails.
The 800-square-foot space serves up a classic and refreshing Moscow Mule made with the bar's own in-house ginger beer, a vodka tonic using a house-made tonic and Ivy Room's signature Ivy City Swizzle, accentuated with fresh mint.
Photo: Tania Hauyon
L8 nightclub is situated in an underground space near the White House.
L8 is another newcomer to the D.C.'s lounge/club scene | 1,537 |
Yes, it is true I already have a grey wool dress, yes, it is true I wear a lot of grey/brown/black in winter, but yes, it is true I really love this fabric.
<|fim_middle|> and I think it is one rare great number. Not only did I sew this 60' style dress, but I have an eye on two others.
So to the details: the dress is Burda 110-09/2015, the version with short sleeves and I have to admit, I got completely inspired by the magazine picture.
Note to myself: get better at ironing, the pictures were taken after several wears already.
As usual with Burda I had to adapt the shoulder area and took it in on the sides from the waist down. This time I am very proud of not only my invisible zipper, but also the invisible pockets.
Yes, ye, there IS a pocket in this seam!!!
I like the minimalism of this dress which lets me accessorise it according to the circumstances. The dress is extremely confortable, be it for work or traveling. I just love the silhouette and the ease of movements.
Ok, a few pictures of the dress when worn, visiting the Chambord castle in Vallée de la Loire: it was an amazing autumn week-end with great weather and nice light, with all the autumn colours. | It is some kind of thin wool flannel and it is so soft and such a pleasure to sew with. And I had bought a 3m coupon in the beginning which means that even after having sewn 2 dresses out of it, I still have some left for another one. The first one is here.
More importantly: I bought September Burda | 72 |
Miranda and Ben really lucked out on the weather for their lake-side wedding ceremony. Not only did the rain hold off, but the clouds opened up and the sun came out just as Miranda was preparing to head down the aisle. The light was amazing. Check out the sunset pics. Iron Lakes Country Club is a great spot for an outdoor wedding in the Lehigh Valley with an indoor reception.
We don't usually post so many photos from a reception on our blog. But we've never seen a grandma dance as much or as well as Miranda's 84 year old grandmother. She was unstoppable! To be fair, there were many good dancers and lots of great dance shots (see below). You would never guess from looking at these photos that this was a 60 guest wedding. It was amazing. You can tell from the photos below that pretty much everyone was dancing at the reception. Lehigh Valley wedding DJ, DJ Wes of Wesley Works LLC, kept the party going!
What an amazing "backdrop" the sky and grass and water--absolutly brathtaking photos, again.
Josh and Amber we just wanted to thank you for all of the extra work you two put in prior to our wedding day. Ever since the first day we met you, we knew<|fim_middle|>, and went on a golf cart ride with our wedding coordinator to check out beautiful spots for our outdoor photos. None of this went unnoticed or unappreciated. every one of these acts just made us more and more sure that we chose the right photographers for our memorable day. At the Wedding, you blended in but yet got great shots. we love the slideshow you put together and can't wait to see the rest of the photos. Thank you again. | you were going to do an awesome job with our special day. That is just the type of people you are! You met with us in our home, answered any questions we had in a timely manner | 40 |
Atmospheric Brown Clouds
Sumit Sharma, Liliana Nunez, and Veerabhadran Ramanathan
Environmental Issues and Problems, Environment and Human Health
Discovery of ABCs: Serendipitous and Curiosity Driven Science
Global Distribution of Atmospheric Brown Clouds
Causal Factors
Global Emissions of Sources of ABCs
Impact of ABCs on Surface Dimming, Radiative Forcing
Masking Effect of Aerosols in ABCs on Global Warming
Impacts on the Asian Monsoon and Related Aspects
Impacts on Agriculture Yields
Residential Cooking
Future Projections
Aerosols and their Impact on Radiation, Clouds, Precipitation, and Severe Weather Events
Monitoring and Modelling of Outdoor Air Pollution
Atmospheric brown clouds (ABCs) are widespread pollution clouds that can at times span an entire continent or an ocean basin. ABCs extend vertically from the ground upward to as high as 3 km, and they consist of both aerosols and gases. ABCs consist of anthropogenic aerosols such as sulfates, nitrates, organics, and black carbon and natural dust aerosols. Gaseous pollutants that contribute to the formation of ABCs are NOx (nitrogen oxides), SOx (sulfur oxides), VOCs (volatile organic compounds), CO (carbon monoxide), CH4 (methane), and O3 (ozone). The brownish color of the cloud (which is visible when looking at the horizon) is due to absorption of solar radiation at short wavelengths (green, blue, and UV) by organic and black carbon aerosols as well as by NOx. While the local nature of ABCs around polluted cities has been known since the early 1900s, the widespread transoceanic and transcontinental nature of ABCs as well as their large-scale effects on climate, hydrological cycle, and agriculture were discovered inadvertently by The Indian Ocean Experiment (INDOEX), an international experiment conducted in the 1990s over the Indian Ocean. A major discovery of INDOEX was that<|fim_middle|> rainfall, public health
Sumit Sharma
Energy and Resources Institute, New Delhi
Liliana Nunez
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego
Veerabhadran Ramanathan | ABCs caused drastic dimming at the surface. The magnitude of the dimming was as large as 10–20% (based on a monthly average) over vast areas of land and ocean regions. The dimming was shown to be accompanied by significant atmospheric absorption of solar radiation by black and brown carbon (a form of organic carbon). Black and brown carbon, ozone and methane contribute as much as 40% to anthropogenic radiative forcing. The dimming by sulfates, nitrates, and carbonaceous (black and organic carbon) species has been shown to disrupt and weaken the monsoon circulation over southern Asia. In addition, the ozone in ABCs leads to a significant decrease in agriculture yields (by as much as 20–40%) in the polluted regions. Most significantly, the aerosols (in ABCs) near the ground lead to about 4 million premature mortalities every year. Technological and regulatory measures are available to mitigate most of the pollution resulting from ABCs. The importance of ABCs to global environmental problems led the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to form the international ABC program. This ABC program subsequently led to the identification of short-lived climate pollutants as potent mitigation agents of climate change, and in recognition, UNEP formed the Climate and Clean Air Coalition to deal with these pollutants.
Keywords: air pollution, climate change, brown clouds, China and India air pollution, hydrological cycle, monsoon | 296 |
Honors College Alumni Profile
Evingerlean D. Blakney, Class of 2009
Class of 2009 (Magna Cum Laude)
Undergraduate Major: Mass Communications with a concentration in Journalism
Freshman and Senior Class President
VP, Honors Scholars Association
Herman House Scholarship Recipient
BECA Scholarship Recipient
NC State University-Community Brotherhood Dinner Recognition
Member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc
President of the Shaw Man/Shaw Woman Society
University Ambassador, Office of Admissions
VP for Internal Relations, Student Government Association
Founder of One Mic One Mind Poetry Club
First nationally to be a BET College Marketing Representative for BET and Shaw University
Executive Leadership Internship with Executive Vice President of Shaw University
Internship with Family Dollar Corporate in Charlotte, North Carolina
Employed three years at the General Baptist State Convention of North Carolina
M.Ed., Student Affairs administration, The University<|fim_middle|> tools for life and…
To this day the Shaw University Honors College is STILL doing for me. | of Southern Mississippi, 2011
PhD, Higher Education Administration, The University of Southern Mississippi, anticipated graduation 2015
Associate Hall and Community Development Director at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science in Columbus, MS
Graduate Assistant for Minority Student Development for the Office of the Dean of Students, University of Southern Mississippi
Graduate Assistant for the Student Academic Enhancement Program for the Department of Athletics, The University of Southern Mississippi
Graduate Assistant for the Academic Council, The University of Southern Mississippi
She received her first grant from the Committee on Services and Resources for Women to do a study on female students in higher education and suicide ideation
Initiated into Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, Inc
Invited to Gamma Beta Phi Society, a national collegiate honor and service organization.
Received the Outstanding Civilian of the Year Award
Received the Joseph S. Paul Student Affairs Administration Award
Received the Rising Star Award for The University of Southern Mississippi
Ambassador for the Department of Educational Studies and Research
Founding member of the Southern Miss Educational Law Association
She is the first in her family to graduate from college, and the first to attend graduate school.
"To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived- this is to have succeeded." -Ralph Waldo Emerson
At the age of 25 I am working on my third degree (PhD in Higher Education Administration) and I have yet to pay a dime for my education. So, what did the Shaw University Honors College do for me? Well, I blame the Honors College for helping me become who I am today. As a first-generation college student from a low-socioeconomic background who first arrived alone by train with nothing but a prayer and a dream, the Honors College invested in me all that it had to give. I was never allowed to sit around and feel sorry for myself. I was taught to be bold, strong, and confident. I was embraced as a teenager and groomed to be a beautiful and well-rounded young woman. I was mentored, loved, and cared for every day. Most important, I learned one thing that has carried me thus far: Don't sit around and wait for things to happen because YOU have to make things happen. So, again, what did the Shaw University Honors College do for me? It gave me | 481 |
Political Map of North America.
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Harper & Brothers. Political Map of North America., map, 1885; [New York]. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth50322/: accessed April 18, 2019), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting University of Texas at Arlington Library. | 21 cm.
This map is part of the collection entitled: Map Collections from the University of Texas at Arlington and was provided by University of Texas at Arlington Library to The Portal to Texas History, a digital repository hosted by the UNT Libraries. It has been viewed 198 times . More information about this map can be viewed below.
Publisher Info: "Copyright, 1875, by Harper & Brothers. -- Revised to November, 1885."
This map shows North America and the surrounding areas. The United States (including Alaska) and Mexico are shaded in pink, and Canada (British America) is shaded in purple. Major cities are labeled (and most are marked with a red 'x'); bodies of water and geographic features are marked (with relief shown by hachures). There is an inset in the bottom left corner shows the state of Ohio next to a scale block of 40,000 sq. miles.
There is text on the back of the map including a section titled "Physical United States" and a section titled "Description" with questions about geography. The title at the top of the page is "Physical United States: | 239 |
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Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation announces 12th Annual Eisenopoly fundraising event
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The Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation has announced the 12th Annual Eisenopoly event, presented by Wintrust, will be held from 6:30–11 p.m. on Friday February 3, 2023 at the Wintrust Grand Banking Hall, 231 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago. This is the first time the event, which typically attracts 500+ young professionals, has been held since 2020.
Following a period for networking, cocktails and hors d' oeuvres, the Eisenopoly tournament will begin. Guests will have the opportunity to play as many as three rounds of Monopoly before the winners are announced and awarded the grand prizes.
"Eisenopoly is a signature event for The Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation because it blends together networking and the ability to play a game that everyone knows, especially those connected to the real estate industry," said Harold E<|fim_middle|>co, Iron Ridge Partners, MPS Law, North American Real Estate, Old Second Bank and Pritzker Realty Group.
The chair people of the event are Sara O'Connor (Greater Illinois Title Company), Sam Harmelech (Verano Holdings Corp.) and Vince Pine (Millennium Properties R/E).
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$63 million in financing secured for multifamily development in Dallas-Fort Worth area | . Eisenberg Foundation President Peter Eisenberg. "Even more important, it represents another opportunity for us, as individuals and an industry, to come together socially, for the benefit of cancer research and real estate education."
The Foundation is now accepting reservations online. The cost of admission is $125 through January 30 and then increases to $150 the week of the event. Companies or individuals can also sponsor Eisenopoly through a variety of sponsorship packages, monetary donations or auction item offerings.
As part of the event, Eisenopoly will feature a silent auction to raise additional funds for cancer awareness and treatment programs. Some of the items that will be up for auction include:
A Three-Night Stay in Grand Beach, Michigan in a Two-Bedroom Suite
Two Sideline Tickets for USC vs. University of Notre Dame in October 2023
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Two VIP tickets to a 2023 summer concert at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
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'This is a really exciting step forward for us after having recently celebrated our 20th Anniversary. In a market saturated with plenty of chain restaurants, we've managed to keep growing and have our customers returning for our food, service and ambiance. It's a great testament to the whole team behind Pasta Di Piazza and indeed to Birmingham's independent dining scene.' says Roni Ferro, Director at Pasta Di Piazza. | the amount of covers. The £400,000 refurb of the top floor of our premises has honoured the original Victorian characteristics of the | 30 |
In the very<|fim_middle|> next year. | near future it could cost you a lot more to push the handle down and flush away your household waste. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is proposing issuing permits to people who own septic systems.
And the proposal would also require homeowners to provide two samples yearly for testing of their septic system discharge.
"It's really an IEPA requirement, they would have the permit. But then if there's other issues that relate to enforcement, or things to do with the maintenance of that system that's where we would probably be involved," says Kevin Gillespie Director of Environmental Health in Jackson County.
The cost to the homeowner for the septic water testing could cost anywhere from $166 to $230 per test.
The testing facilities have yet to be identified by IEPA.
But some manufactures of septic systems say the proposal is good for the state's water table.
"What's prompted this is basically people haven't been totally taking care of their systems. And they've been letting it discharge onto the surface. And it eventually gets into a neighbors property or something like that," says Cliff Skelcher of Skelcher's Concrete in Carbondale.
Still some homeowners aren't so happy to hear that they'll be the ones collecting the samples and paying for the testing of those samples.
"I don't want any more fees. I don't think we'd know how to do it right. We've never had any problems with our septic tank. It doesn't smell. I just think it's totally unnecessary for the little person to have to have the same requirements that a major commercial user has to have. I'm very much against it," says Julia Stallings of Murphysboro.
Like it or not this proposal by IEPA is now headed to a series of public hearings to be scheduled towards the end of this year, or the beginning of | 371 |
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Q: R: How to determine which variables are associated with a missing data field I have a dataset that I am trying to understand why one specific variable (Var1) has blank values.
I have two questions, and I use R (and am a novice coder):
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*Var1 is 60% complete (field in entered with alphnumeric values, but 40% of entries are just<|fim_middle|> w
Finding which varX is mostly impacted:
colSums( is.na(dat[,2:4]) )
var1 var2 var3
3 0 0
You can print-out affected stores by doing:
dat[ is.na(dat$var1), "store" ]
[1] "one" "one" "one"
A summary can be generated with table:
table( dat[ is.na(dat$var1), "store" ] )
one
3
| blank). How do I write a code to understand which of the other variables of my dataset (Var2, Var3, Var4,...) are most associated with a blank field entry?
*One variable I am interested in is the store (lets call this variable Store), can I run a code to see if the majority of blank entries of Var1 are due to only a few Stores? This is what I am suspicious of, a few Stores just aren't recording Var1.
Thanks so much for your help.
A: Welcome to R, and to Stack Overflow. First things first...if you want people to help you, you need to give an example they can actually work with.
The first thing you'd want to do is give us some data that looks like yours....sounds like this will do:
df <-
data.frame(
Store = c('A', 'A', 'A', 'B', 'B', 'B', 'C', 'C', 'C'),
Var1 = c(100, NA, 200, NA, NA, NA, 100, 150, 200),
Var2 = c(30, 20, NA, NA, NA, 40, 20, 30, 50)
)
Regarding your second question, I would group by store and count missing values like this
library(tidyverse)
df %>%
group_by(Store) %>%
summarise(
missing_count = sum(is.na(Var1)),
total_count = n())
A: Assuming your data looks like this:
dat
store var1 var2 var3
1 one NA 2 k
2 one NA 3 w
3 two 2 3 s
4 five 3 4 f
5 other 2 5 d
6 four 2 3 s
7 three 2 3 f
8 ten 7 5 g
9 one NA 3 | 454 |
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Jordan Ross 2 minute read Monday, Feb. 6, 2023
Eight months out from an election, Manitoba's Progressive Conservative government is breaking out the chequebook to help the public cope with inflation.
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©2023 The Carillon | cheques will be mailed out to Manitobans over the next six weeks, Premier Heather Stefanson announced last Thursday at a supermarket in Winnipeg.
"Food and transportation costs have risen dramatically in the last few months, putting pressure on family finances," she said. "But every family's circumstances are different, and they will know how to best spend this money to help them make ends meet."
Seniors, couples, and individuals with or without children who lived in Manitoba on Dec. 31, 2021, and whose net family income was less than $175,000 on their 2021 tax return, will receive a cheque.
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COLUMN: Village News – Like the South Saskatchewan River
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Gary Dyck 3 minute read Monday, Feb. 6, 2023
Last month I had the privilege of attending the Mennonite Historical Society of Canada conference in Saskatchewan. Representatives from six provinces, archivists, professors, and heritage leaders were all there. Each year they present an award of excellence to a deserving candidate. This year it was Leonard Doll has done a lot of research for his area, advocacy, and has published several articles. The following text was Leonard Doll's testimony to the Federal Environmental Assessment Review Panel in Martensville, Saskatchewan in the fall of 1980 when they wanted to develop a uranium plant. Leonard was 25 years old and was opposed to the building of anything that could be used for nuclear warfare. His testimony is one of the finest descriptions of what it means to be a Mennonite.
"Our Mennonite people are like the South Saskatchewan River… we take our strength and our wisdom and our ways from the flow and direction that has been established for us by our ancestors we never knew, ancestors of hundreds of years ago. Their wisdom flows through us to our children and our grandchildren, to generations we will never know. We will live out our lives as we must, and we will die in peace because we know that our people and this river will flow after us. We know that our grandchildren will speak a language that is their heritage, that has been passed on from generation to generation. We know they will share their wealth, and not horde it to themselves. We know that they will look after their old people, and will respect them for their wisdom. We know that they will look after this land and protect it, and that 500 years from now they too have a place in the universe and they will thank the same God that I thank, that our ancestors have looked after this land well, and they will be proud to be Mennonites.
By these statements and the ones we have heard these last three weeks, our people have affirmed their belief in themselves, their past and their future, and the ideals by which they seek to live. These are the values and the principles that must underlie the development of our valley, and I am still opposed to the refinery."
Mennonite historians taking in the long view of the North Saskatchewan River.
Hanover residents queasy about approved Mitchell development
Nicole Buffie 3 minute read Preview
Nicole Buffie 3 minute read Monday, Feb. 6, 2023
Council and administration in the RM of Hanover attempted to quell resident concerns regarding a development that will encroach on their rural backyards.
A near-unanimous vote ruled in favour of a 16-lot rural development, designed by Kleefeld Developments, southwest of Mitchell near the junction of Provincial Roads 34N and 30E, much to the dismay of those who spoke against it at the 45-minute public hearing.
Eight residents who say they will be affected by the development relayed their concerns to council, with most worried drainage will become an issue.
Planning Manager Jeremy Neufeld told delegates to "trust" administration's process when overlooking projects with potential drainage issues.
Province plans nurse recruitment trip to Philippines
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Jordan Ross 4 minute read Yesterday at 3:02 PM CST
A local Filipino leader who works in health care says a provincial government push to recruit nurses from his home country is a good idea, but he hopes the province also does more to help Filipinos already in Manitoba who are struggling to get their health-care credentials recognized.
"This is a good package for the Filipino people back home, because they don't have to research so much," Greg Carlos, president of the South EastMan Filipino Association (SEMFA) and a health-care aide at Rest Haven, said last Monday in an interview.
"The problem is the requirements that they are asking from nurses right now. That is a big problem for the Filipinos who are actually in Manitoba right now."
Last week, the Manitoba government announced it will send a delegation of health and immigration officials to the Philippines in the hopes of recruiting hundreds of qualified nurses and other health-care providers to Manitoba.
Yesterday at 3:02 PM CST
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Greg Carlos, president of the South EastMan Filipino Association and a health-care aide at Rest Haven, welcomes the province's nurse recruitment drive in the Philippines, but says Filipinos already living in Manitoba need more help with credential recognition.
Teen writer releases poetry collection
A budding local writer has released a poetry collection, finished the first draft of a novel, and started work on a novella, all before her 17th birthday.
"Once I get started, then it flows pretty easily," Claira Teichroeb said of her writing process, which has yielded her first book, The Valley of the Poet, a collection of 21 poems published through Amazon.
Teichroeb, a Grade 11 student who lives near Roseau River with her parents and three sisters, said it was thrilling to receive the first shipment of copies.
"I walked like three miles to go to the mail to get it," she recalled.
Claira Teichroeb displays a copy of her debut poetry collection, The Valley of the Poet, at Artisan Hall inside Reimer Concrete and Building Supplies.
COLUMN: On Parliament Hill – More government is not a solution
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Ted Falk, MP for Provencher 4 minute read Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023
Last week the 44th Parliament of Canada resumed sitting.
This session will look very similar to previous sessions. The same Liberal Ministers making the same excuses for the same failures, and presenting the same government-focused "solutions" that have led to the current state of affairs.
As our leader, the Hon. Pierre Poilievre eloquently and clearly laid out last week, Canada just feels broken these days. Government services have declined steadily. Canadians are not getting value for money for their tax dollars, and every time the government tries to "fix" the problem it only serves to make it worse.
It gets worse because the Liberal/NDP Government's solution to the issues facing Canadians—issues that (in most cases) government has caused—always seems to be more government. More bureaucrats, more web portals, more forms, more hoops, and red tape. Above all, more money.
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023
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Hanover rings up municipal GPS system
Nicole Buffie 2 minute read Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023
Council and staff in the RM of Hanover say a new purchase for the works and operations department will help streamline maintenance for the municipality and improve services in the future.
The municipality recently approved the purchase of a ConX Wireless system, a GPS system which will be equipped on the RMs maintenance fleet to track operations.
Council voted to authorize the $15,350 purchase last Wednesday, to which some questions about the upfront cost were raised.
Coun. Roberto Hiebert told council the benefits outweigh the costs.
COLUMN: View from the Legislature – Welcoming new cabinet ministers
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Kelvin Goertzen, MLA for Steinbach 3 minute read Monday, Feb. 6, 2023
It was nearly seven years ago that I had the honour of taking the oath of office as a cabinet minister in the provincial government. It is both a humbling and a daunting experience. One that is both exciting and a little frightening at the same time as you take on a responsibility for a section of the government.
On Monday of this week, it was easy to recall those feelings watching four Progressive Conservative Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), take their oath of office to become first time cabinet ministers. There have been several cabinet shuffles since our government first took office and each one is special for new ministers and their families. It was especially meaningful to be able to welcome their friends and family members to the Manitoba Legislature to watch in person this unique honour.
Joining the provincial cabinet this week are Janice Morley-Lecomte (MLA for Seine River) who becomes minister of mental health and community wellness, James Teitsma (MLA for Radisson), the minister of consumer protection and government services, Obby Khan (MLA for Fort Whyte), the minister of sport, culture and heritage and Kevin Klein who took the oath of office as the minister of the environment and climate change.
For each of these new ministers, Monday is both a day they will never forget and signals a time of intense learning of their new areas of responsibility. I wish each of them well and I look forward to serving with them.
SPORTS FLASHBACK 2013: Pistons Win! Pistons Win! Pistons Win!
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Wes Keating 4 minute read Monday, Feb. 6, 2023
The Steinbach Pistons captivated Steinbach hockey fans, playing to sold-out arenas, during their six-week playoff run capping an incredible "rags to righes" season knocking off the defending champion Portage Terriers, sidelining the powerful Winnipeg Blues and defeating Dauphin Kings in six games enroute to their first MJHL championship.
In one of the most remarkable stories in the history of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League, the Steinbach Pistons claimed the Turnbull Cup and the MJHL title before another record crowd of 1,400 fans in Steinbach, with a thrilling 3-2 victory.
The Pistons wasted little time getting on the board first in the deciding game, scoring just 50 seconds into the contest. Trent Genyk scored for the Pistons again eight minutes later to give the home team a 2-0 lead. Dauphin managed to narrow the lead to a single goal in the second period, but Mike Nykoluk restored the two goal margin for the Pistons midway through the third.
The Kings came within a goal again, with three minutes left in the game, but the Pistons shut the door the rest of the way to hold on for the historic victory, supported by the deafening roar of 1,400 fans.
Jubilant playoff MVP, goaltender Corey Koop, with the Turnbull Cup at the Centennial Arena after he and his Steinbach Pistons teammates outsted the top-ranked Dauphin Kings in the sixth game of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League finals, to earn a ticket to the Western Canada Cup in Nanaimo, BC.
AS I SEE IT COLUMN: Bobby Hull, the Avco Cup, the Hot Line, my dad and me
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James Loewen 4 minute read Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023
Hockey fans that are old enough to remember Bobby Hull will have their own personal story about the Golden Jet. This is one of mine:
When the World Hockey Association (WHA) was formed in 1972 my dad had the prescient thought that it could one day merge with the NHL, so he got season tickets. (Little did we know that the WHA hockey would be vastly superior to NHL hockey.)
One of the perks of being a season ticket holder was getting to skate with the Jets. At that skate my dad took a picture of me with Bobby Hull that is one of my personal treasures.
Fast forward a few years and when Bobby was teamed up with Swedes Ulf Nilsson and Anders Hedberg, the Hot Line – one of the best lines the sport of hockey has ever or will ever see – was born.
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023
COLUMN: Report from the Legislature – Celebrating community involvement with Platinum Jubilee medals
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Ron Schuler, MLA for Springfield-Ritchot 3 minute read Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023
Volunteering is an important part to the growth and health of a community. Towns, cities, and RM's thrive when people give of their time to make them a more desirable place to live. Even the small things, such as picking up trash in the park, giving a ride to a neighbor, or bringing treats to those in a personal care home, will have a butterfly effect. These little acts of kindness will inspire kindness in others. The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal is meant to award these virtues and acts of service, as it is based on the example Her Majesty set for us.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a perfect example of what it means to serve for the betterment of the community around you. Her entire life was dedicated to serving the people of the Commonwealth. She lived a life of quiet service, aiming always to be a bastion of strength for people to look towards. It is this example of dedication to the people of their community, serving without expecting anything in return, that is celebrated with the presentation of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal Awards.
For the RM of Springfield, I presented the awards to former Mayor Tiffany Fell, Gerald Palidwor, and Bev Zarazan. For the RM of Ritchot, the awards were presented to Mayor Chris Ewen, Shaun Crew, and Janine Boulanger. Finally, the awards for the Town of Niverville were presented to Mayor Myron Dyck, Shirley Hoult, Libby Hanna, and Gordon Daman. I am very pleased for the opportunity to honour the people who have helped make our communities what they are today.
There are many tangible ways in our communities that actions taken by these recipients have benefited us. The Niverville CRRC, the Dugald Estates Complex, and the Grande Pointe Homeowners Association are just a few examples of hard work and time that these recipients have put into making their communities a better place to live, work, and play.
Library homicide victim laid to rest in Sprague
Nicole Buffie 4 minute read Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023
A Winnipeg homicide victim will be laid to rest in the Southeast, close to loved ones and away from the city where he lost his life.
Tania Cayer brought her son Tyree's remains to the quiet plains of Sprague, where she's lived since 2021, to keep him close to places he grew up coming to.
Tania's decision to bury her son with her instead of where he lived comes, in part, because she is "fed up" with the chaos in Winnipeg.
"Tyree's home is here now, with me," Tania said in a phone call with The Carillon.
Tyree Cayer, 28, was killed in an attack at the Millennium Library in Winnipeg on Dec. 11, 2022.
COLUMN: Carillon Flashback – July 5, 1999 – Edgar's famous veal cutlet survives restaurant closing
Wes Keating 4 minute read Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023
Steinbach diners wanting to sink their teeth into one more plate of Edgar Kehler's delicately breaded veal cutlets (with his special sweet and sour sauce and a side order of French fries and gravy) will have to trust their luck to being invited to a wedding he is catering or head for the supermarket freezer.
After 40 years of serving up full course dinners from the same location, Edgar and his wife Helen have closed their Steinbach restaurant to the public.
The couple has no intention of retiring just yet and they will not be selling the restaurant right away. In case he changes his mind, Edgar chuckles.
In the meantime, the building next to the Husky station will serve as a base for the Kehlers' catering business and preparation of packaged veal cutlets for sale in the freezer section of two local grocery stores.
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Helen Kehler pours a final cup of coffee for Edgar at the family restaurant, which has closed after 40 years of serving customers at the intersection of Highway 12 and Loewen Boulevard.
Youth group to host Black History Month activities
February marks Black History Month across the world, and one youth group is making sure their history is marked properly in Steinbach.
A group from the black community will be undertaking a series of workshops and activities at Steinbach Regional Secondary School to showcase black culture and their contributions to Canadian society.
"We don't want to highlight disparages among each other, we're celebrating black culture and the black contribution to Canada," said Neville Hamilton.
Hamilton runs IRAL Creatives, a youth group which meets every Sunday at Di Reggae Grill, Hamilton's restaurant on Main Street, to help develop artistic skills and foster a culture of creativity among youth of colour in the city.
MJHL commissioner celebrates league at showcase event
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Cassidy Dankochik 4 minute read Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023
It's been a long three years in the sporting world thanks to COVID-19, but Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) commissioner Kevin Saurette says 2023 has been a welcome change back to normalcy.
"I'm just sitting back and taking stock on what a normal year looks like," Saurette, who named the league's commissioner in 2020, said.
"Attendance-wise, especially in our rural markets they're surpassing pre-COVID numbers, so there's a lot of excitement in the MJHL. The fanbases are back."
Part of the return was the MJHL/SJHL Showcase, held in Manitoba for the first time this year Jan. 31/Feb. 1. The event allows players from Manitoba and Saskatchewan to play in front of top-level scouts from the NCAA, major junior, USports and even professional teams.
Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023
Niverville's Josh Paulhus dodges a check from Flin Flon Bomber Reece Richmond. Flin Flon, located on the Manitoba/Saskatchewan boarder, plays in the SJHL. (Cassidy Dankochik The Carillon)
Disability support workers top of the agenda at budget consultation
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Greg Vandermeulen 4 minute read Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023
Low salaries for disability support workers was the issue that took centre stage at the province's first 2023 budget consultation meeting hosted by Steinbach MLA Kelvin Goertzen and Borderland MLA and newly named legislative assistant to the finance minister Josh Guenter.
Held at Days Inn on Tuesday, the event was billed as an opportunity for Manitobans to share their priorities for the provincial budget.
While presenters covered a variety of topics including the need for more basket funding for municipalities, improvements to the immigration system, the need for more funding for organizations like the Pat Porter Active Living Centre, and public transportation from Steinbach to Winnipeg, presenters repeatedly referred to the challenge of hiring and keeping disability supporter workers because of low wages.
Presentations took place after Guenter shared a presentation on budget numbers, pointing out the $20 billion planned budget will see 72 percent directed to health, education and social services.
GREG VANDERMEULEN THE CARILLON
RM of Hanover Reeve Jim Funk, Borderland MLA Josh Guenter and Steinbach MLA Kelvin Goertzen chat after the pre-budget consultation meeting in Steinbach on Tuesday.
Parent applauds HSD protocol amid repeated threats
Nicole Buffie 3 minute read Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023
A parent of a child affected by the recent Hanover School Division closures amid repeated threatening phone calls says the response by the division has been above grade.
For the second time in less than two weeks students in the Hanover School Division stayed home after a series of voice messages issuing threats were received.
"As a parent, this is a serious thing," said Krista Friesen, parent to a 14-year-old who attends Steinbach Regional Secondary School.
Last Wednesday staff at Clearspring Middle School received a message in which the caller issued a "direct threat" to Kleefeld School, according to an email sent to parents from Superintendent Shelley Amos.
NICOLE BUFFIE CARILLON ARCHIVES
Schools in Hanover School Division were closed last Thursday and Friday after two more threats of violence were received via phone call. RCMP say the source of the messages are still under investigation.
Two charged in Ste Anne drug raid
Jordan Ross 2 minute read Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023
A man and a woman from Ste Anne face a slew of drug and weapons charges after a joint police investigation into cocaine trafficking that culminated in the search of two homes.
On Friday evening, RCMP and the Winnipeg Police Service raided two homes at the centre of a cocaine trafficking investigation that began in January.
One of the homes is located on Dawson Road in Ste Anne and the other on Alfred Avenue in Winnipeg, the WPS said Saturday in a release.
Items seized from the Ste Anne residence included a .22-calibre rifle with two loaded magazines, a loaded .22-calibre revolver, a 30-06 pump action rifle, a loaded .22-calibre rifle, various .22-calibre rounds, a pellet rifle, a compound bow with arrows, a cell phone, five grams of cocaine with an estimated street value of $500, and drug paraphernalia including scales, score sheets, and drug packaging materials.
COLUMN: Tales from the Gravel Ridge – The benefits of having wings
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Maria Falk Lodge 4 minute read Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023
Living on the eastern prairies as we do in southern Manitoba, the honking of the Canada goose is familiar to all of us. In spring we are delighted to hear the sound of geese flying low over our heads on their return to northern regions. In fall however the farewell honking of geese flying overhead reminds us that winter will surely come before long.
How could we possibly be anything less than wonder-struck by the myriad of birds that make their way across our skies twice each year, as their sense of direction and acute awareness of the change of seasons prods them to be on the move.
Victor Hugo, one of the greatest French writers of all time, had a literary career that spanned more than six decades. One of his most famous works, published in 1862, was Les Misérables which focused on injustice and social misery.
In time, those of us who were students at the Rosengard School many decades ago were introduced to the book "Jean Val Jean" by Solomon Cleaver, an abridged and renamed version of Victor Hugo's Les Misérables. We were far removed from the dreadful social conditions described by Hugo, but nevertheless, who could not be touched by the plight of those living in poverty and destitution in 17th century France, as well as the compassion shown to Jean Val Jean by the priest.
Katie and Margaret, 1946.
Pilots continue to battle in collegiate athletics
Cassidy Dankochik 3 minute read Friday, Feb. 3, 2023
The Providence Pilots are flying through their seasons across three different sports.
In the women's volleyball Manitoba Colleges Athletic Conference (MCAC), Providence picked up a couple key victories against the Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) Blazers Jan. 21/22, solidifying their second-place position in the standings.
Bothwell's Amanda Bergen helped lead the Pilots up front, picking up 73 assists across seven sets, adding 22 digs. She was named the MCAC athlete of the week thanks to her big performance.
"Amanda gave us a steady presence from the setting position and executed our game plan against CMU really well all weekend," head coach Kyle Guenther said.
Emmanuel Oleko flies for block against CMU Jan. 27. The Providence Pilots were able to pick up consecutive wins against the Blazers, including 75-68 in Niverville. (Cassidy Dankochik The Carillon)
LUD of La Broquerie floats mill rate decrease
Jordan Ross 1 minute read Friday, Feb. 3, 2023
The Local Urban District (LUD) of La Broquerie committee is proposing a mill rate decrease and several roadwork projects for 2023.
The committee's 2023 service plan was presented to council last Wednesday. It will be bundled into the RM of La Broquerie's annual budget later this winter.
The committee wants to lower the mill rate by 2.86 percent, to 0.699 from 0.719.
Proposed street upgrades include the installation of a sidewalk on Choiselat Street and repair work on Nadeau Street. An old sidewalk will be removed along Savard Street, and curb repairs will be carried out on Normandeau Bay. More streetlights will be installed on Desgagne Street near Gamache Bay and Simard Street.
COLUMN: Ask the Money Lady – Financing adult children
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Christine Ibbotson 4 minute read Friday, Feb. 3, 2023
Dear Money Lady,
My adult daughter just moved back home to save money and brought her boyfriend with her. I like the boyfriend, but right now he doesn't have a job. I always told my kids I would help them as best I could – but I never thought they would come back to live with me. I am 74 and I like living on my own and I don't think I can afford to keep them here. Please help.
(PS: they also have two big dogs and I have a 12-year-old cat – ouch!). Margaret
I feel for you Margaret – you need to set some ground rules – NOW !!
Soup fly a 'disgusting' discovery
Greg Vandermeulen 3 minute read Friday, Feb. 3, 2023
The can promised "the flavours you love and the quality you've come to expect".
"We select the finest ingredients for our signature collection of delicious soups for a hearty and satisfying experience every time", the can of Tim Hortons Chicken Noodle Soup goes on to promise.
But a satisfying experience is not the way Claude Caron would describe opening a can of soup only to find a large fly floating on the surface.
The Ste Anne man said he was recovering from a touch of the flu when he asked his wife to bring home a can of soup during a shopping trip to Steinbach on Jan. 20.
The fly was spotted floating on the surface of his soup. Caron saved it as evidence before returning the product to Walmart for a refund.
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One of my twins' favourite quick lunches when they come back from pre-school is Tilda Kids sunshine vegetable rice stir fried with cooked prawns. It literally takes five minutes to do, the prawns are nutritious and the rice contains one of their five-a-day (hidden veg!).
I couldn't find the crunchy taco trays so we used the stand up soft tortillas from Old El Paso. These worked very well as boats as they are roomy, and<|fim_middle|>ce as it's a healthy alternative. | crisp up a bit after being microwaved for just 30 seconds. I used normal baked beans as opposed to BBQ ones. They are very fun to eat and were a big hit. My eldest is the fussiest of the three and she absolutely LOVED these! I think the BBQ chicken added a bit too much smokiness to the overall flavour, so I now use plain chopped chicken. Taco boats have become a firm favourite: Family Meal Inspiration.
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I omitted the apple sauce and replaced the spicy tomato chutney with some ketchup. They were easy to make (even with my helpers) and looked good when done. They were well received by two out of three children. My husband and I really liked them as they were full of flavour. I would certainly make them for adults also. I particularly liked the fact that they used turkey min | 178 |
So, you got talked into cooking with a dutch oven, eh? Well, it's about time!
Dutch oven cooking is one of the most splendid activities on a camping trip. Transforming raw materials into an aromatic, mouth-watering meal or dessert is as much art as science. Just the looks of anticipation on everyone's faces when you lift the lid on your cast-iron dutch oven and let some of the smells escape is worth the extra work of packing this heavy piece of gear.
You can buy my signed Cookbook or surf my website. On these pages, I've jotted down all the advice I can think of to help you choose a good dutch oven, get it ready, keep it in good shape, and use it to create magnificent meals. My dutch oven recipes give you a selection of dishes to prepare for breakfast, dinner, or dessert so find one that sounds good and give it a try when you want to go for something new.
Most of the dutch oven cooking I do is on camping trips. But, using a dutch oven at home is also very popular since the food gets cooked at a constant, all-around temperature. There's nothing better than a wonderful dutch oven meal served for friends at home.
If you are just starting with dutch ovens, you should read through this site like a book. Or, use the navigation on the left to hop to any page that interests you.
Thank you so much for your page, it has been extremely useful. I fell in love with Dutch Oven cooking over scouting trips and now with my youngest's Pack I'm trying to veer them away from foil packets and hot dogs (how boring). We will be using a few of your recipes this month on our Pack's trip to Sand Dunes NP. You've also inspired me not to be intimidated by rusty cast iron. I found a 12" skillet at Goodwill for a few bucks and I'm using this afternoon to restore it. I just wanted to drop a line and say how much I enjoy your site and thank you! P.S. Have you seen the new Webelos requirement Cast Iron Chef? it's a great intro to getting them away from the usual boring Cub Grub.
@Elizabeth - Super! I'm glad you're helping the scouts expand their culinary horizons.
Yes, I like the new Cub Scout cooking emphasis, and the additional camping expectations. I hope they don't cause too much concern for Packs that have not done much in the past.
If you get any good pictures of the meals you make, send an email and I can add them to the recipe pages.
Make a lattice work of bacon strips in the bottom of your cast iron skillet or dutch oven. Cook the bacon to the half way point, do not drain the grease, then add your cornbread mixture over the bacon and cook until done. The cook must have the first slice as it will disappear quickly!
Just completed the scout cast iron chef with your recipes. Burgers, beans and biscuits were a hit as well as Dutch oven pizza and short corn. Would like to send you the pictures. Send us an email link. New way of cooking was super.
I got into the dutch ovens because of scouting. I now own 3 (2-12s and a 14"). I go with my oldest for boy scouts and am always asked or volunteer to cook. Every meal on camp outs is done in the DO and now as Cubmaster for my younger boys, its going to be great. I've printed and shared most of your recipes. We even have our own DO society in delaware. The Dutch Oveners of Delaware Society (DOODS).
We love your recipe's. Our friend turned us on to your site. The chill Mac is so good. You are awsom. Thank you for sharing.
Just made your Hawaiian Steak Strips Dutch Oven Recipe. Something must be left out! Nothing Hawaiian about that! Made about 10 of your recipes using DO, they were great. If something was left, could you correct, Thank You.
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Great recipes! Haven't found a bad one yet.
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These look amazing! Question about the German pancake recipe: we made it in my oven at home and it turned out great. My son is going to try to make it on a scout cookout this weekend - should he use the Dutch oven lid to cover it or leave it open to bake?
@Amy - The lid should always be on the dutch oven when <B>Baking</B> since most of the coals are placed on the lid, and the lid keeps in moisture. If you are frying, stewing, or simmering, then the lid is not needed since all heat is under the dutch oven.
Thanks for sharing your recipes. We do a lot of Dutch oven cooking with our Cub Scout Pack and our boys love cooking dinner at our<|fim_middle|> wouldn't use any glass items cooking outdoors. It's just too easy to break them. I would keep that item for use indoors.
This is a great site. Thanks for having it.
Awesome recipes, just wondering how to send pictures of our dutch oven food to you so you can use them for some of the recipes, thanks.
I do look forward to pictures of meals all you folks have made, especially before they get devoured!
In general, can I cut a recipe in half from a 4 quart (10") to use in a 2 quart (8") Dutch oven?
@John - Your 2qt is probably 8inx3in and your 4qt is 10inx3.5in - so the extra volume in the 10inch is gained by making it deeper. This will not work out to even cooking of solid foods like breads, desserts, casseroles. | campouts. Last campout we had 6 dutches going with Cowboy Stew, Witches Brew, Chili Mac and Chicken Pot Pie. Also made 4 cobblers for dessert.
Some tips for others: most recipes that say 6 servings will feed 8 if you have more kids than adults. Cobblers feed about 10-12. If recipes call for potatoes, recommend pre cooking them some. We found the recipes that had potatoes took longer than times in recipes.
Just received your cookbook. Most cookbooks have 10-20% of recipes one will actually eat. This one has 100%! The problem was deciding which one to try first. Going with the Zingy Pork Chops this weekend. Then on to another! Thank you.
My oven has the patina that is flaking into my food. Should I try to remove it and how?
@Denise - Yes, if it's flaking off, you should reseason your dutch oven. Start on this page and put in some effort and your dutch oven will be good as new.
I guess maybe this isn't a "dutch oven" question. We have what I think you are calling a bean pot that was my in-law's. It has a glass lid. Assuming I can't use this IN the fire, what CAN I use it for? Will it work hanging over a fire or on a grill over the fire? Or is that too much for the glass and I should reserve it for indoor or camp stove cooking?
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Thanks for the encouragement on Wednesday's post. The succulents I planted are still alive which is impressive in this house. I tend to kill succulents faster than they would die naturally if you dumped them out.
I've finally gotten my jog back on. I want to train for the Congress Avenue Mile in Austin, but I tend to get injured whenever I train for races. I can jog and jog and jog but as soon as I think the words "training plan," I swear an old injury will start twinging.
Kallah posted her injury proof running plan. For my runner readers (especially those with experience jumping back into running postpartum): what do you do to avoid injury?
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This morning was a tough one. We woke up to two needy babies and had to change our Mass plans last minute because we were running late.
Thank you, Jacob, for getting both kids ready so I could take a real shower.
Mass was trying. Lucy June is moving into a squealing phase, and we got fenced into the middle of a pew, so I lost my easy exit. I was tired after a late and much interrupted night. My lower back was hurting, and I was getting no reprieve as I walked my baby in the back of the church. I didn't really get to hear the homily and I hardly could focus on the readings, but I want to say thank you to some people who I will remember.
Thank you to the couple in our pew who I had to scoot past eight different times with a screeching five month old. You welcomed me every time I came back in hopes that maybe this time the baby would be quiet, only to be stepping on your toes on my way back out just minutes later. You didn't make me feel bad at all because you were awesome.
Thank you to the grandmotherly woman who caught my eye as I walked the babe in the back of church. Thank you for looking at me. So many people look at my kids - and I love that and all - but you looked at me, and your knowing smile spoke such encouragement.
Enter Boomtown. It's not in our neck of the woods, but the espresso is delicious. It's in a part of Houston that has a Portland vibe. Urban adorable. I kind of hate that I love it.
You did right by us today, Boomtown.
Thank you, barista, for making me such a perfect latte. It's Lent and all, so I'm down to once a week for this deliciousness, and, buddy, you came through.
Thank you to the man who was such a champ when Jake ran into your elbow and caused you to spill your coffee in your lap. He was just a little too excited about his straw, and you got that. I pegged you as such a trendy Joe enjoying your usual four shot latte at this chic coffee shop, but you surprised me and became a hero. You wouldn't let me get you another coffee. You even made jokes and laughed good-naturedly when I offered to buy you a cookie because I thought you were six years old or something.
Thank you, Lucy June for staying marginally happy in your car seat so I could snuggle back into the couch and hold my latte with two hands for a few minutes. You're awesome sauce.
You really bailed me out, kid.
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I certainly don't need to reiterate that I'm not a chef. In Los Angeles I had this little troupe of grad school buddies (Hi Ruth! Hi Wendy!) who were kind of foodies (You were. You are. Be honest) and we would go to fun restaurants and share the best food at each others' houses. I would always get a little nervous making food for them, so I tried to avoid it as often as possible. I cooked for them only a few times. One of those times I think I made a pasta with wilted greens. Very bad idea. Grazie for nothing, Giada.
So with that intro, I will now tell you my favorite kitchen utensils.
And not just any spatula. THIS SPATULA. I think I use it every time I'm at the stove. If it's dirty, I will wash it before I reach for a substitute. It's that awesome.
I grew up also calling these spatulas, but Jacob calls them rubber scrapers. We argue about this divergence like we argue about most things. We have this set of three, and I use them frequently. But the green one is my favorite. I'll stir my sauteeing onions with it. I'll grab it to fish out the last bit of jam. The pink spoonula thing that comes in the set is not my favorite, but c'est la packaged deal.
We like to make our own chai tea which involves grinding lots of spices. I used to use a rolling pin. It was tedious but it mostly worked fine except for the cinnamon sticks which, if you managed to even break them, would torpedo all over the kitchen. Time consuming AND hazardous. Jacob got me a mortar and pestle for Christmas, and it's the funnest. It can crush a cinnamon stick like an egg shell. So, while I certainly don't use this everyday, it sits on my counter looking beautiful, and I get so excited whenever I do use it.
I hadn't used a funnel in my kitchen till like a year ago. I was always one of those "I'll just aim really well and be very very careful and then clean up the mess afterwards instead of getting yet another utensil dirty" kind of people, but Jacob is a funnel person and he bought us one, and now I'm a convert. As I grabbed the image above I realized there are such things as funnels with strainers?? And dry goods funnels? What is all this amazingness?
I want to be a baker of bread. Right now I have a reader (Hi Kris!!!) graciously coaching me through some bread baking via email because she offered and I'm determined if mediocre at the whole business. But the only sure fire thing about my bread baking is that every time I try try again I get to use this Danish Dough Whisk, and my if it doesn't make up for all my paltry proofing.
What are your favorite cookin in the kitchen must haves??
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Jen's Quick Takes were such a good idea. I can't tell you how many times I've stared back at a week of postless days and told myself that I could manage seven blurbs. So here I go.
Though I realize you're hardly inclined to take tips from my kitchen after I outed myself as a maker of flaxseed pancakes, I'll give you something more palatable: banana blueberry baked oatmeal. I've been making this recipe for a while now, and we love it. It is the number one Google search for "baked oatmeal" because I'm all kinds of original. When I make it, I up the salt to a scant teaspoon, I cut the cinnamon in half, I use half coconut milk and half water, and I skip the sugar because the bananas make it pretty sweet.
Jacob recently admitted to liking this baked oatmeal recipe better (ahem...the #2 Google hit for "baked oatmeal.") It's a southern staple. And it is very good. But it's basically like eating a cookie for breakfast.
To which he would respond: "Exactly."
So, kale. I've spent half of my adult life trying to find the best dressing for kale salad. Kale is tough for salads. Even when it's pretty tender, it's tough. I've massaged and marinated, even blanched and sauteed, and was never pleased and often left eating my cold wilted effort by myself after Jacob turned his nose up at it. But a few months ago an old family friend e-mailed me a link to what has proven to be THE BEST kale salad I've ever tried (Thanks, Joanie!!) So how does one get light and crunchy kale leaves in her salad? VOILA.
Try it and then come back and thank me.
My friend Blythe is posting again after a I don't know how many years. You should definitely visit. She's basically my favorite. Ever.
I'm trying to figure out how to post on the blog more regularly. Posts are five times easier to write if I have any pictures from our real camera to go with them. My iPhone pics don't inspire me because my camera skills are nonexistent. My husband's camera has an awesome lens, and it helps me fake my way into decent pictures. I intend to learn more about using his camera someday, but until then I'm just going to be intimidated whenever anyone starts using technical language like "shutter speed" or "aperture."
We've put Jake on a fast from our devices in honor of the season, and driving in the car today, he told his father he needed a special "Lent iPad."
Jacob has been working super hard. He took off March 2nd for the baby's baptism, and we calculated that it was his first full day off since January 1st. His next day off will be in late March and after that things should settle down. We're grateful for the work, but Lordy, has it been busy. The other day he was home with enough time to embark on some handyman project in the house and asked: "What house project is most time sensitive that I get to? Do you want me to put the shelves in our closet or do you want me to finish my workbench?"
When Jacob was proofreading my post about Lucy June's baptism (specifically the escaped toddler part) to check for typos, he said: "What about the error of your entire perspective on the situation?"
Start your own blog, babe.
So I suppose I've been making this recipe long enough to pass it along. I shall start by saying we don't practice a grain free lifestyle. I am very much NOT #againstallgrain. I love love lovity love grain. But I know a lot of people with real deal sensitivities and a lot more kids with even bigger sensitivities and in an effort not to test our luck I try to keep the real zingers, like wheat, to a minimum in this house. Think steaming french bread or fresh crunchy ciabatta over sandwich bread. (So by minimum, maybe I mean maximum.) I just make sure that wheat products fall in the quality over quantity category over here and that we steer our spaghetti and red sauce more toward pasta bolognese.
I have a very calculated algorithm that I use to determine what's *worth* eating. It's not groundbreaking or anything, and I imagine it isn't unique at all. If something is very good for me then it doesn't have to taste very good for me to enjoy it (beets). If something is bad for me then it has to taste utterly delicious or I can't enjoy it (a crispy chocolate croissant). When things are both healthful and delicious then my enjoyment level goes off the chart (avocados). I just wrote two sentences that went on in this mostly pointless vein, and I deleted them. You're welcome.
So we start with pancakes. I love pancakes. Whenever we have cultured buttermilk, I will go all in with old school fluffy pancakes, but for our weekday fare, when pancakes are just a vehicle for things like syrup or yogurt or fruit, I whip up these bad boys.
My mother originally sent me the recipe, and I think she found hers in William Davis's book Wheat Belly, and I've tweaked it and this is what I do.
Mix all your ingredients together and cook'em up in a hot hot pan.
I usually mix mine in our blender. I use the blender to grind the whole flaxseeds and then I add all the ingredients except the baking soda and blend some more. I stop the blender and sprinkle in the baking soda, then I either stir it in or turn the blender on low for a couple seconds. I pour them straight from the blender into the pan. Altogether a very straightforward and easy breakfast, but it took a little practice before I was making them to my satisfaction, so if at first you don't succeed...add extra maple syrup.
The first time my mother served these I was pretty skeptical. I've tried my hand at various grain free pancakes - typically involving coconut flour - and I've never liked them enough to try them again, but these are surprisingly good considering the ingredients and do a bang up job of serving as a boat for syrup and yogurt. My husband and my brother, who typically don't stand for this kind of thing, both admit that they aren't that bad (We'll take it!), and Jakeboy hasn't even noticed that they're different from regular pancakes (For the win!).
I'm sure it's not news to you that flaxseeds are good for you. I'm pretty sure I read that in Shape in like 2002 - once a trendy healthfood addict always a trendy healthfood addict, so I can say that flaxseeds have been quite cool for quite awhile. Their omega 3 fatty acids maintain their health benefits even after being heated to high temperatures. They're chock full of fiber, phytonutrients, antioxidants and all kinds of other healthful things that the French think Americans are stupid for caring about.
Go forth. Try them. Hope that your palate is as lacking in discernment as my toddler's and enjoy!
We got ourselves outfitted with a double Bob stroller. I was so excited about it. Oh the walks and the jogs and the Sunday strolls! I rolled the rig out for our first ride, nestled the baby into it, and she immediately started freaking out. I have never seen Lucy June so mad. My first thought: "My life is over." And I started crying. This possibility had literally never occurred to me. Jake was the fussiest baby in the world and he liked a jaunt in the jogging stroller almost as much nursing. The cries of my chicklet in the jogging stroller were like the death knell of my sanity.
So I powered through, and she made peace with Bob, and all was well.
My middle name should be "overreact." When do you get better at rolling with it? Three kids? Four?
Just a leeeettle bit snug about the hips.
Now I will go buy some on Etsy. Or what's more likely: I will try the DIY route just one more time, have another frustration, and then go to Etsy. Why? Why am I like this??
We didn't get ashes on Wednesday because somebody didn't talk to somebody else and it was the first Mass of the day and somehow the church didn't have them. Jake almost threw a fit and a half when he realized we weren't getting ashes (I'd talked them up for days.) We were the only people sporting kids to the 6:45am Mass, so we were attention grabbers. Fun fun fun for everyone.
So they gave us "spiritual ashes." Can they do that? I'll go ask Kendra.
I'm trying to maintain my early rises for Lent. I love getting up early and savoring a cup of coffee in the quiet, so it hardly qualifies as mortification. Yesterday morning the baby woke up two minutes after I wiggled out of bed, and so I went back and nursed her down and tucked her into Jacob's armpit. Then I went back to the kitchen and had just finished making my coffee when the toddler was awake for the day. He gets to come out of his room in the morning when his Christmas lights come on, so while he waited, he played with trucks and crooned his version of "That's Amore" - and at 6:45am, I didn't amore it.
Despite foiled mornings, I will keep it up because Lent and because most mornings end up being rewarding, and even when they aren't quiet and rejuvenating, at least I don't wake up in a tempest of needy children.
You'll notice if you gander slightly North on the screen, that the old blogspot is now a .com. It took all kinds of fretting: rhodeslog.com vs. therhodeslog.com and the like. In the end my brother-in-law just told me to buy both, and in an unprecedented act of overspending and good sense, I did just that.
Now of course I'm considering a name change because the blog's name is all kinds of boring. When I first started the blog I spent weeks trying to pun on our oh-so-punnable last name, until I was so frustrated I decided to just call it "The Rhodes Blog."
Anyhow, just before I named my blog "Blog," Jacob said, "At least call it The Rhodes Log" - and the blogspot was mine five seconds later in a huff.
Jacob has talked me off the renaming cliff for the time being. I'll revisit it after Lent. | seeming so much older to me. I suppose having a second baby will do that to a mother.
The other day he was outside arguing with his imaginary friend about who's turn it was.
When I hug him, he's taken to patting my head and saying: "You're a good girl, mama."
He fake laughs a lot, basically whenever we laugh about something he fake laughs and then asks, "Excuse me, Papa, why is that funny?"
I can't tell if this means he's destined for comedy or decidedly NOT destined for comedy.
But older seeming or not he still mispronounces things - and mispronunciations are among the best parts of parenting.
And though it's been a long time since we've used "bluebabies" or "strawbabies" in our fruit smoothies, and "roghut" may now be a more correct if laborious "yooohgerrt," no, Jake, this is Mass, this is not a "bathtizing."
Lucy June is ever still a mama's girl. This is still the best and worst thing about my life.
I suppose that's why God made every phase of parenting so temporary.
We're about to run out of my favorite diaper cream .
I got outfitted with it via baby showers when Jake was born and I LOVE it, but now that I need to replace it, I'm royally balking at the price. $9.00 an ounce!?! That's like $4.50 per tablespoon!?
I'm a bit of a DIY for better or worse type, so I thought I'd give it a try.
The two main ingredients are olive oil and beeswax, and since my babies really aren't that rashy, I decided to make do with just those two and skip the fancy calendula-type stuff. I didn't intend to make very much of it, but my ratio was very off at the beginning, and as I attempted to save my efforts, my batch kept getting bigger and bigger until I had a cup and a half of the stuff.
My rookie efforts were pretty messy. Simply melting the ingredients together didn't get me the consistency I wanted, so I kept graduating my mixing tools from spoon to fork to whisk to immersion blender. Ultimately, I was left with a usable product that seems like it will work almost as well my beloved | 486 |
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Now, I have promised my friends on instagram to share the recipes of these delicious and super nutritious energy bites so below you can find the ingredients and instructions list, for some of the recipes I have tried up until now.
Continue with adding the oat or coconut flakes, or even flex seeds; not only will it give texture to your raw dough, but it will also fill you longer.
Oh, and don't forget the flavor of the mix. Using essence might be a quick way to add flavor, but do not forget that you can also for rasp the peel of orange or lime for a more natural taste. Be mindful of the quantity though, less is sometimes more in this case.
💫 Tip 1: if wanted a bit sweeter,<|fim_middle|>0 minutes before serving.
Put all the ingredients in a blender and mix for 3-4 minutes.
Add the puffed quinoa and combine well.
Put all the ingredients in a blende and mix for 3-4 minutes. | use maple syrup, coconut oil or honey instead of processed sugar.
💫 Tip 3 : always rest in the fridge for at least 3 | 28 |
Want a Prince of Wales check on the dial? No problem.
As a singular object, a wristwatch can be a spectacular thing. Combine that same watch with additional fashion and accessories, though, and you can go from tastefully put together to perilously overdressed within seconds. Luckily, a recent trend in watches has brands paying very close<|fim_middle|> is the main link here, the handsome straps easily providing the inspiration for a full line of accessories to complement the watches. Leather goods are a fairly recent extension, with all sorts of messenger bags, backpacks, and weekenders now sold under the Shinola umbrella. The 47MM Runwell Chronograph features a quartz movement with a stopwatch function on a bourbon-colored Horween leather strap, coordinating easily with a large basic tote that's perfect for hauling all your gear in style.
When Montblanc writing instruments were first introduced, appreciation for style played an interesting role: One of the main selling points of the pen was avoiding spilling ink onto clothing. Today, fashion plays a much bigger role in the Montblanc story: The brand's far-reaching collections include everything from leather goods to accessories, eyewear, fragrances, and, of course, watches. The 1858 Chronograph Tachymeter, a limited edition based on a historical timepiece from the 1930s, time travels back to the future with the addition of an inky blue dial and strap, a color that coordinates perfectly with the Meisterstück soft grain document case in a similar hue.
Parmigiani Fleurier is a watch brand that's been keeping its eye on fashion for a while. Recent collaborators run the gamut from Italian jeweler Pomellato to ultra-cool Parisian store Colette. Even graffiti artist "Baron Andre," a.k.a. Andre Saraiva, has a collab with the brand. But one of the longest lasting relationships for Parmigiani has been with legendary French luxury goods house Hermès. Besides the handmade straps for its own timepieces and the special-edition Hermes Apple watch, Hermès only makes straps for Parmigiani. One made from alligator in a deep shade of indigo pairs perfectly with the blue meteorite dial of the Tonda 1950 Meteorite Abyss, creating totally out-of-this-world results.
With a smart new collection of watches inspired by the elements of classic tailoring, Vacheron Constantin takes a look at how a fashion-conscious guy might combine a fine timepiece with a modern wardrobe. Inspired by the sartorial elements of bespoke menswear, Vacheron puts their expertise in guilloché and enamel dial-work to the test, creating watches influenced by woolen suit fabrics, shirting, and accessories. The Métiers d'Art Elegance Sartorial collection consists of five new 18K gold watches, each modeled after a traditional pattern: Prince of Wales check, herringbone, windowpane, pinstripe, and tartan. Dials come in elegantly understated blue, gray, and tan, with raspberry and lavender available for the more adventurous. Indicating hours and minutes, the mother-of-pearl hour outer dial mimics shirt buttons, with central sub-dials subtly patterned like matching silk neckties and pocket squares. | attention to the world of menswear—taking inspiration from and often collaborating with designers to create stylish timepieces that coordinate, but don't dominate. Here are six of our favorite examples of the intersection of horology and high fashion.
"After dressing the Berluti man head to toe, we collaborated with Hublot to create the perfect watch to complete the silhouette. We share the same level of expertise and a common passion for excellence," says Berluti CEO Antoine Arnault. Lining up two powerhouse LVMH brands to create a hybrid wristwatch makes for an inspired piece: the Hublot Classic Fusion Berluti, which introduces Swiss watchmaking to Berluti's Venezia leather and applies it not only to the watch strap, but to the dial as well. Both the jet-black and tobacco leather versions come in a unique box that also includes brushes, polishes, and special travel cases.
Understated in its design, the IWC Pilot's Watch Automatic 36 reaches stratospheric heights thanks to a collaboration between the Schaffhausen-based watch company and esteemed Italian leather goods brand Santoni. Best known for its innovative workmanship and high quality, Santoni's presence can be felt throughout the IWC collection, in the form of luxurious leather straps in rich colors like midnight blue, anthracite, and oxblood. But the effect is perhaps best illustrated by the gray alligator strap paired with the silver-plated dial of the Pilot's Watch Automatic 36—suddenly the self-winding timepiece becomes more than the sum of its parts.
Since the founding of Shinola only five years ago, the American lifestyle brand has grown at an extraordinary rate. In addition to the main wristwatch category, the company has expanded into creating bicycles, journals—even pet supplies. American-tanned Horween leather | 368 |
<|fim_middle|> to envision the sort of game that D&D Online can be, the truth will probably come as a bit of a surprise. | Baldur's Gate - Dark Alliance 2 (PS2)
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It had to happen eventually -- an MMORPG based on the rich heritage of the Dungeons & Dragons pen and paper role-playing game. With almost 30 years of refinement under its belt, its rules systems have been begging for this sort of large-scale, digital reinterpretation. The worlds created by its designers, too, are peerlessly fleshed out. What MMORPG developer wouldn't love to have at its disposal a painstakingly developed world to which to apply its own twists? Well, Turbine is that lucky. It has the newly-released D&D campaign setting of Eberron to play around with, as well the time-tested (and ever-evolving) rules set to build on. And, while it's easy enough | 229 |
Bridge of Spies, the Cold War thriller starring Tom Hanks and directed by Steven Spielberg, is out this week on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD. The film tells the story of American attorney James Donovan, who first defended Soviet spy Rudolf<|fim_middle|> a new generation.
Bridge of Spies is out now. Check back later this week for our interview with the film's Oscar-nominated screenwriter Matt Charman. | Abel and later engineered a trade with the Soviets for captured U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers.
The movie has been nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor for Mark Rylance's performance as Abel.
To commemorate the release, Disney & Dreamworks organized a press event at Beale Air Force Base, home of the 548th Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Group and the U-2 spy plane. Actor Austin Stowell (who plays Powers in the movie) and Francis Gary Powers Jr. (founder of the Cold War Museum) joined Lieutenant Colonel Michael J. Gilmore (Commander, 99th Reconnaissance Squadron, 9th Operations Group, 9th Reconnaissance Wing a/k/a U-2 commander) to talk about the history of the U-2, which has been in continuous service since 1955.
Lots of people don't realize that we're still using the U-2. Lt. Col. Gilmore talked to us about the history and the current program.
Gary Powers Jr talks about his father's post-military career and Powers and Stowell talk about the importance of teaching the history of the Cold War to | 249 |
"It's something that's important to share"
Demi Moore is missing her two front teeth, and she says it's due to stress.
The 54-year-old was a guest on Jimmy Fallon's The<|fim_middle|> think it makes me look more vulnerable and more human."
In October 2010, during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres show, Demi told Ellen that she knocked her teeth out because she had been clenching too hard.
The Striptease actress, who had been dating Ashton Kutcher at the time, explained to the talk show host, "Thank God for modern dentistry. I had a bad bite and knocked my own front tooth out, which basically fell out into my hand, and I just thought my warranty was up. That was it. I called out and said, 'Baby, my tooth has fallen out of my head,'" | Tonight Show when she told the story, which she said was "important to share".
"I sheared off my front teeth," she told the late night host. "I'd love to say it was skateboarding or something really kind of cool, but I think I think it's something that's important to share, because I think it's literally, probably after heart disease, one of the biggest killers in in America, which is stress.
Demi added, "It was almost like it fell out and my warranty was up. I swear!"
Indeed, the actress shared a photo for proof, though in public life she's always wearing her dentures. Demi humorously told Jimmy, "in an effort to get ready for you, I wanted to make sure my teeth were in."
The Rough Night star joked that her kids, Rumer, 28, Scout, 25, and Tallulah, 23, enjoy her without toothless grin.
"They love seeing me without my teeth," she said, "because they | 210 |
<|fim_middle|> Patrons) who have given over $47 Million since 2003 to grow our school and Kingdom Education.
Thank you again for partnering with us to shape our future Christian Leaders in His Image – what an incredible opportunity! Tricia and I pray that your family will be blessed beyond measure this holiday season and that you will find rest in the One who loves you and gave His life for you.
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What makes The First Academy school family so special is our community that is centered on God's love. We reignited this spirit of Christian community when we chose to welcome parents back to campus and host athletic contests and Fine Arts performances with full audiences. We celebrated Homecoming with our parade, carnival, and a great football game with smiling faces all around. We emerged from some really tough times due to the global pandemic stronger than ever and more committed to our mission than ever.
As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to thank you for your partnership and for entrusting us with your most precious treasures, your children. Also thank you for spreading the good news about TFA with your friends and neighbors. God has richly blessed The First Academy this year, and we are so excited for all that he is doing in and through our school.
We are grateful that the Class of 2022 has completed almost 8,000 mission/service hours thus far
We are celebrating the strong academic performance of our National Merit Qualifiers
We are thankful that every student in Kindergarten through 12th grade completes about 150 hours of Bible instruction per year
We are blessed to have 55 (and growing!) second-generation students enrolled at The First Academy
We are honored to have 110 students who volunteered to serve as Admissions Ambassadors this year and enrollment demand across all grades levels is unprecedented
We are joyful in knowing that each week, students in Middle and Upper School have the opportunity to participate in 16 student-led Bible Studies
We are thankful that since 2011 we have celebrated 61 District Championships, 23 Regional Championships, and 11 State Championships in Athletics
We are rejoicing in our Fine Arts program that has achieved levels of success never before seen at TFA
Our hearts are overwhelmed with the generosity of our families (Gospel | 397 |
This faux leather tote shoulder bag is what dreams are made of. A perfect blend of traditionally classic designing and contemporary inspiration, this triple hued number is strikingly beautiful.
An elegant and classy pick, the bag has been made with premium quality synthetic leather that feels as luxurious and regal as it looks. Its double strap feature makes it even handier as it can be sported in various ways.
What makes this bag stand out is its statement and a beautifully intricate leather tassel with a solar symbol. This refreshing element gives the bag a stunning and peculiar element and makes<|fim_middle|> the bag's lux aura.
The spacious compartments enable it to store anything and everything. Additionally, the unique three-color contrast makes it perfect for mixing and matching with a variety of outfits. | it seem way more expensive than it is in reality. The golden embellishments compliment the leather well and add to | 22 |
Here's Why The 2023 Nissan Rogue Is A Very Good Deal In 2022
Almost every car manufacturer today has at least one compact SUV in their range, as they are the most sold segment on the market today. Compact SUVs are very popular with families for their practicality and ease of driving. Most compact SUVs are easy to drive and park in the city, and they offer excellent mileage. They also offer spacious cabins and luggage boxes, making them ideal for families and everyday use.
Nissan recently launched the 2023 iteration of the Rogue with a base price of $27,360. The Japanese company will sell the Rogue 2023 in four versions: the S, SV, SL and a recently launched Midnight Edition. All trims are powered by a 1.5-litre VC Turbo three-cylinder engine stacked with a CVT gearbox and a front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The compact SUV segment is a busy place and is currently ruled by the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. However, the Rogue is another impressive Japanese SUV on the market and has a lot to offer. Let's discuss below why the 2023 Nissan Rogue is an excellent choice in the compact market.
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The 2023 Nissan Rogues has a capable engine
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Under the hood is a 1.5-litre VC-Turbo three-cylinder engine mated to a CVT gearbox and direct injection fuel system. The engine can produce a solid 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque, and power is delivered to the front or to all four wheels.
With such power churning through the engine, the Nissan Rogue can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds and take 15.7 seconds to cover a quarter of a mile. It also has an electronically limited top speed of 216 mph. While the Rogue's engine has a smaller capacity, given it's a compact SUV, the turbocharged three-cylinder SUV offers maximum power at relatively lower revs. This improves fuel consumption and ensures a spirited engine behaviour.
The 1.5-liter VC Turbo three-cylinder engine, combined with front-wheel drive, delivers 30 MPG in the city and 37 MPG on the highway. The four-wheel drive models cut mileage by 2 MPG, so they offer 28 MPG in the city and 35 on the highway, which is impressive for a mid-sized SUV. It comes with a 14.5 gallon fuel tank, which will allow it to cover 507-536 miles on the highway.
Nissan Rogue offers refined handling
All finishes come with front-wheel drive as standard, and they are great for regular use, with plenty of power and good handling for everyday use. For those with a soft angle for adventure, Nissan offers an optional intelligent four-wheel drive system with excellent grip off-road. In addition, the front-wheel drive models are equipped with Eco and Sport modes to save fuel or add power depending on the situation. The four-wheel drive models offer snow and off-road modes for extra control in challenging conditions.
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The current Nissan Rogue is one of the most beautiful compact SUVs on the market. The overall exterior styling is contemporary and sleek. The fascia looks polished with sharp wedge-shaped DRLs and chunky headlights underneath. The grille has a distinctive design with a chrome Nissan emblem. The front bumper looks muscular and also offers decent functionality.
The latest Rogue looks stronger from behind. The black trim, thick diffuser and wide headlights give it a tough character. The Rogue has a balanced wheelbase of 106.5 feet, and this helps it balance handling and ride like a pro. Plus, the Rogue is a big crossover, but in reality it looks sleek. The SUV comes standard with automatic LED headlights with DRLs, LED fog lights, UV goggles and rear spoilers and offers decent functionality.
The Nissan Rogue has a luxurious interior
The Nissan Rogue offers a luxurious interior with excellent space and comfort. Nissan has used a modern layout and flooded the cabin with clear, durable materials that look great and increase the quality quotient. The cockpit looks sporty and offers excellent functionality. Most of the cabin is built with textured plastics to help with soundproofing, and they promise excellent build quality. Other parts such as the center dashboard, door panels, armrest and others are covered with plastic. For decoration, the cabin uses plastic, wood-finished trim and metal accents. The dashboard offers intuitive controls and features a docked touchscreen and streamlined air vents for climate control and a console below.
The interior seats<|fim_middle|>ibody chassis under the Renault-Nissan CMF-CD platform. The chassis is said to be reliable and offers excellent strength for protection in the event of a collision.
In addition, Nissan has equipped all of the Rogue's trims with Nissan safety shield 360 as standard equipment. Furthermore, the Rogue is also equipped with the ProPILOT Assist package for extra security. The Rogue's wheels are mated to ventilated disc brakes that provide a strong bite, and once slammed shut at 60 mph, the Rogue stops at 114 mph, impressive for its class and weight.
The 2023 Nissan Rogue is certainly one of the best compact SUVs on the market. It comes packed with features and offers a powerful yet efficient motor. Most importantly, it has great safety scores and a lot of safety technology. That said, we consider it a great buy in 2022.
Source: Nissan USA | five people and offers an admirable passenger space of 105.4 cu. ft., making the cab feel spacious and tidy. The taller models add a two-panel panoramic sunroof for extra circulation of light and air throughout the interior to create a fresher atmosphere. The front features a fully digital instrument panel and a leather and heated steering wheel. The cockpit has a pair of manually or electrically adjustable zero gravity bucket seats that provide 41.1 inches of headroom and 41.5 inches of legroom, providing excellent space even for tall and muscular adults. The rear seats offer 43.3-inch headroom and 38.5-inch legroom. As a result, the rear also offers sufficient space for taller people. The higher finishes come standard with heated steering and heated front and rear seats. The lower models come with cloth seats, while the upper models come standard with semi-aniline or leather seats.
For infotainment, the interior offers an 8- or 9-inch touchscreen with the Nissan Connect interface, a premium audio system from Bose, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM, head-up display, door-to-door navigation with voice assistance, a wireless charger and many more features.
Related: This Is The Best Feature Of The 2021 Nissan Rogue Interior
Rogue offers a high level of security
The Nissan Rogue offers excellent safety and impressive safety ratings. The IIHS has tested and rated the Rogue 2022 as "Good" and awarded it the "Top Safety Pick+" title. So we expect it to perform similarly for the 2023 model year. Nissan built the Rogue on a un | 342 |
Let's jump right in. A great first step is organising a hierarchy for your to-do list – from high priority tasks through the less urgent. The first step is identifying your Must-Do tasks, e.g. meetings and appointments, as well as other urgent work. Taking these<|fim_middle|> tasks?
So, what do you need to be asking yourself when it comes to ordering your tasks according to priority?
2. How long is it likely to take to complete?
3. What are the consequences of not completing it now?
4. Is there any special tools or information I need before I can complete this task?
Once you've answered these questions, you can decide which jobs to tackle first and prioritise your tasks effectively.
Outsourcing is an efficient way of handing over admin tasks to someone else. If they don't require your expertise and you have too much to do, consider outsourcing and delegating your tasks as much as possible to relieve some of the strain. This works the other way – be open to people delegating and outsourcing tasks to you. We work well when we work cooperatively. Some of their tasks may be more suited to you, and vice versa.
You can't plan for every eventuality so it is important to leave a window in your diary for unplanned things – answering emails, unexpected phone calls, last minute tasks. If you leave 10 minutes of every hour to these unexpected delays, you'll be adequately prepped if anything comes up. And if nothing does, you've just found yourself 10 minutes when you can re-align yourself with the work at hand, and get kickstarted on the next job. Also plan - and take – time off throughout the day. Regular breaks are crucial to maintaining a high level of efficiency. Whether it is a walk 'round the block, or a coffee with co-workers, taking your head out of work will help you smash through your to-do list when you're back at the desk.
Having an organised to-do list will supercharge your day. There is a palpable joy when it comes to ticking or crossing off those big tasks – and this sense of accomplishment will feed our energy when it comes to the next task on the list. If you're ready to supercharge your business, consider Bartercard. We can help you increase profits and decreasing operating expenses, simply by helping you join the world's largest bartering marketplace. | prioritised tasks – for example, reports for meetings, or other urgent work – and including a deadline on your list can help you action the work. Presumably, everything else falls into the Other category. This may include things like coffee catch-ups, organising or cleaning your desk, or research tasks.
Organising a hierarchy for your tasks and giving them deadlines gives you a great idea of how to best utilise your time.
Another great tip is to consider grouping similar tasks so you can complete them efficiently. Studies have consistently demonstrated a drastic reduction in efficiency when you attempt to multi-task. So, despite our gut instinct to switch tasks and work on several things at once, it actually slows us right down. Too much task switching between can cause you to lose focus and valuable time.
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A crisp and vibrant wine, perfect for a summer lunch or paired with fresh seafood and pasta<|fim_middle|>.
in the cellar : Only the free run juice was used, allowed to settle and inoculated with selected yeast strain, fermenting under controlled conditions at 12°C. | dishes. An elegant balance of tropical fruit flavours and minerality.
Perfect for a summer lunch or paired with fresh seafood and pasta dishes. Serve between 10 - 12 0C for best results.
ageing : Can cellar for 1 – 2 years.
in the vineyard : Grapes are sourced from Fairtrade certified vineyards predominantly in the Swartland region. These 18 to 25 year old vineyards are trellised and grow on sandy, loam soils. The vineyards are meticulously farmed and managed to yield below 8 tons per hectare.
about the harvest: Grapes were handpicked very early in the morning allowing the fruit to retain their flavour. Harvest Date: First week of February | 160 |
Originally released in 2002 on the Tone Swoon imprint, the set<|fim_middle|> home studios between 1990 and 2000. This Cocteau Discs limited edition reissue restores the album artwork and is presented in the same box format as the original 2002 release. Featuring 121 tracks, the set comprised 6 CDs of songs and instrumental music, each CD an album in its own right and entitled variously Old Man Future Blows The Blues, Stargazing With Ranger Bill, Sunflower Dairy Product, King Frankenstein, Console and Playtime.
Cherry Red Records is a British independent record label founded by Iain McNay in 1978. The label has released recordings by Dead Kennedys, Everything But the Girl, The Monochrome Set, and Felt, among others, as well as the compilation album Pillows & Prayers. In addition to releasing new music, Cherry Red also acts as an umbrella for individual imprints and catalogue specialists. | was available for a matter of months before the distributors ceased to exist. With copies extremely difficult to find, Noise Candy has since gained a legendary status amongst Bill Nelson fans. This was a fascinating project that gathered together a host of recordings made by Bill at his various | 52 |
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"I didn't know there were any Catholics in Germany!" was one young lady's response on being interviewed shortly after the new pope, a German, was elected. Dr Wilhelm Torgerson used this example to demonstrate how so many people around the world think of Germany as a Lutheran country. The reality is, sad to say, that few attend the territorial churches and even fewer consider the Bible as authoritative and relevant to their daily life. With slides and anecdotes Pastor Torgerson continued to remind the 60 present at the Seminary Guild Harvest Day, held this past Saturday, 15 October, of the need to pray for spiritual renewal in the land of the Reformation, and especially to pray for the faithful pastors and members of our sister synod, the Independent Lutheran Church in Germany (German abbreviation is SELK).
The morning began with the mandatory coffee and muffins for the early birds. After a hymn sing to get voices cleared and minds directed towards the tasks for the day, the Guild executive conducted the business meeting. A rallying cry led to enough last minute memberships to tip the total over the 1000 mark—one of the largest guilds in North America. Chapel followed with Andrew Preus, CSSA President, as preacher, Paul Preus as liturgist, and James Preus as acolyte, and the seminary choir, directed by Tara Lyn Hart.
Following the "Religious Life in Lutherland" presentation, the students and families introduced themselves. The real surprise for most Guild members was the large number of small children this year, as you can see in the picture. A catered luncheon by Chef Paul provided an opportunity for sponsoring groups to meet their adopted student for the year, to get reacquainted with returning vicars, and to catch up on personal and congregational news from friends.
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Calvin E. Shenk and his wife Marie were honored for 50 years of church ministry during a January 2010 ceremony in Martin Chapel at Eastern Mennonite University (EMU). Shenk, who passed away Friday, was emeritus professor of religion, having served on the Bible and religion faculty from 1976 to 2002. His wife was an administrative assistant to the EMU academic dean from 1976 to 1990. She passed away in 2010. The couple served with Eastern Mennonite Missions in Ethiopia from 1961 to 1971.
Emeritus professor Calvin Shenk, who led Bible department and championed cross-cultural program, lived a life of Christian witness
September 18, 2015 Last updated September 29, 2015 by EMU communications staff
Calvin E. Shenk, professor emeritus of religion who taught at Eastern Mennonite University from 1976-2001, has died. He resided in Harrisonburg, Virginia. His wife Marie passed away in 2010.
The couple, both 1959 graduates of Eastern Mennonite College, returned after 14 years of missionary work in Africa to make an indelible mark on the vision and goals of the institution.
Shaping the cross-cultural curriculum
Before coming to EMU, Shenk taught theology courses at Meserete Kristos College in Ethiopia for 14 years. The couple served with Eastern Mennonite Missions in Ethiopia from 1961 to 1971.
Shenk earned a PhD in religious education from New York University in 1972 and then joined the Bible and religion faculty of EMU four years later.
Both he and his wife were avid scholars. Marie, who earned a master's of religion from Eastern Mennonite Seminary in 1998, was an administrative assistant to the academic dean from 1976 to 1990.
Undergraduates Peter Gabriel '83 and Dale Ressler '84 chat with Calvin Shenk, then professor of church studies. (Courtesy of EMU archives).
The Shenks led their first of four EMU trips in the fall of 1978, taking students to the Middle East. He was among those proponents for making the cross-cultural program integral to EMU's required curriculum. As a member of EMU's cross-cultural task force in 1981, Shenk brought a passion for the transformative possibilities of immersion in another culture.
In September 1983, Shenk penned an essay justifying the cross-cultural requirement for every EMU undergraduate. "This kind of education will be both painful and enjoyable," he wrote. "The results will not always be predictable. We will experience anger and exhilaration, depression and vision. But growth will occur, and<|fim_middle|> Fred Kniss, Linford Stutzman, Marie Shenk
Discussion on "Emeritus professor Calvin Shenk, who led Bible department and championed cross-cultural program, lived a life of Christian witness"
Lynn (Eastman) Diener says:
He was my favorite professor at EMU. He helped me see missions in a new light and I am forever grateful. My love and prayers for his family and community.
Mark Keller says:
We had an Easter Sunrise together in POKHARA.
Doris A Shenk Mohler says:
Calvin Shenk was my older brother, I'll miss him dearly, but I know he is now in Jesus' arms.
Grum Ketema says:
I first met Calvin Shenk as a student at the Bible Academy in Ethiopia. It was many years after his tour as a teacher at the school. Then I worked with him several years on the board of MKC college. I thank God for people like Calvin and all the missionaries who came to Ethiopia to bring the good news to our land and our people. I am a living witness to the faithful service of these people. Those of us who have come to know the Lord through the ministry of Meserete Kristos Church will not forget these missionaries.
Hailu Cherenet Biru says:
I first met Calvin while the church was forced to go underground. Although his influence in the lives of my colleagues began way before I met him. When we met each other, he saw the potential for me to be educator. He coached me and walked with me in my graduate study. Calvin loved to invest in me. He was instrumental in bringing me to EMS. He was a long time friend of MK College. We worked together while I was dean. He was my mentor, colleague and fellow pilgrim. His soft communications and wise counsel were unique. His tears spoke volumes. He ministered Christ's love to me and leaders of MKC in several circumstances. He is one of those leaders whom I take to be a leader by example. Thank you for the life well lived.
Hailu Cherenet | that is what college is for. Such education will make us better citizens of the global village and better members of God's international kingdom, the church."
Led by his faith, enthusiasm and curiosity
Shenk was named Teacher of the Year in 1982, earning praise for helping change the lives of his students.
Provost Fred Kniss, who benefited from Shenk's mentorship during his junior year spent on independent study in India (before the cross-cultural program was formalized), says Shenk had "remarkable qualities," including a "generous soul."
"He was enthusiastically curious about the world around him — especially about the religious lives and practices of people around the world," said Kniss. "He was a committed Christian who loved engaging with people from other traditions. And he was an effective teacher because he knew how to communicate his enthusiasm and curiosity in ways that were contagious."
Another on campus who shares these sentiments is Bible and religion professor Linford Stutzman. He was a student of Shenk's in the early 80s, and since then has led many cross-cultural trips to the Middle East with his wife Janet — much as the Shenks did together.
Stutzman writes: "It is impossible to list the unique lessons about strong faith and bold humility, courageous mission and cultural sensitivity, unwavering Anabaptist identity and respect for people of all religions, gentle flexibility and stubborn resistance to evil, that Calvin communicated to his students. Whether teaching in the classroom, leading students in the Middle East, speaking in congregations, or writing to people seeking to be faithful and relevant in their witness in the world, Calvin's life and theology were the same everywhere. Calvin will be remembered with deep appreciation by his students. I will always be grateful for the privilege of being one of them."
A life of service
Among other roles, Shenk was principal of Nazareth Bible Academy and chair of the Mennonite Board of Education in Ethiopia. He was a member of the overseas committee of the former Mennonite Board of Missions, 1977-1990.
An expert on Jewish-Christian relations, for eight years during his teaching career at EMU, he spent each spring semester in Jerusalem as a research scholar at Tantur Ecumenical Institute.
Shenk wrote several books, including Who Do You Say That I Am? Christians Encounter Other Religions (Herald Press, 1997), and dozens of articles.
In 1994 the Shenks began an assignment in Israel and Palestine under Mennonite Board of Missions (a precursor to Mennonite Mission Network), and Mennonite Central Committee. For the next seven years, until 2001, the couple lived six months of every year in Jerusalem, returning to Harrisonburg the remainder of the year where Shenk continued to teach at EMU. In 2002, Shenk retired from EMU. Marie died in 2010. The Shenks raised three children, all graduates of EMU: Doug '86, Duane '90 and Donna (Sensenig) '91.
Visitations will be at 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20 and at 12-1 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 21 at Park View Mennonite Church. A memorial service will be held, also at the church, at 1 p.m. on Monday, following visitation.
Portions of this article are reprinted from a March 2, 2014 article about Calvin Shenk written by Rachael Keshishian & Bonnie Price Lofton.
Posted in Alumni, Bible and religion, Faculty and staff, Intercultural programs, SeminaryTopics Calvin E. Shenk, | 779 |
You can now purchase all five CDs for just $45, shipping included.
Ballads Long & Short is the newest recording from John Roberts and Debra Cowan who have been described<|fim_middle|> of her favorite songs in one of the most respected folk clubs in the UK.
Released in 2009, this recording was arranged and produced by Dave Mattacks, best known for his work with the English folk-rock band Fairport Convention. Built on a theme of transformation through devastation, this collection includes contemporary songs written by such luminaries as Richard Thompson, Bill Caddick, Nic Jones, Steve Tilston, and Ralph Stanley. Ray Davies' "Alcohol" has become a favorite among listeners as has Chris Moore's "Wall of Stone". Also included are traditional songs that reflect Debra's extensive research of North American and British Isles ballad collections.
Co-produced with composer and guitarist Michael DeLalla, Debra breathes new life into eleven traditional songs from the Helen Hartness Flanders Song Collection. In an elegant dance with Michael's exquisite guitar settings, Debra continues the tradition of a performance that is always delivered with reverence and respect for the song.
Debra's first solo recording, released in 2001 continues to earn praise from listeners world-wide. Debra Cowan's vocals have already made their mark on the folk music scene in North America and abroad. The Long Grey Line demonstrates her sensitivity to, and knowledge of, the traditions that are the source of her music. While many of the pieces are traditional, three songs by contemporary writers fit beautifully into this stunning collection. | as "two of the finest voices in folk music". Born out of a performing collaboration of several years, this recording reflects the love and respect that both of these musicians have for songs that have stood the test of time. Ballads Long & Short contains 14 songs; eleven are traditional, a composed song each from John Conolly and Chris Sugden, both prominent English songwriters and one from Australian John Warner.
"Among Friends" is a live recording of a performance Debra gave at the Bacca Pipes Folk Club, Keighley, W.Yorkshire in the United Kingdom. Recorded live by Mike Hockenhull, this CD consists of 11 songs, some with Debra singing unaccompanied and some with her own guitar accompaniment. The Bacca Pipes attendees that evening did not disappoint in lending their voices on many of the songs with choruses; they sang in a classical opera style for "Good Fish Chowder" and they also got in touch with their inner pirates on "Dreadnaught Mutiny", even though there are no pirates anywhere in the song. "Among Friends" presents a lovely snapshot of a moment in time one November evening when Debra Cowan sang many | 245 |
MH370 debris believed spotted by Australia. Now the search for the black box begins.
Missing Airliner Debris Believed Spotted. But Answers Could Still Be Years Away.
A member of the media runs past the entrance of Royal Australian Air Force Base Pearce as air force flights search for Malaysia Airlines flight<|fim_middle|> road ahead of us. | MH370 in the Indian Ocean.
Australian authorities have announced that satellite images taken of a stretch of ocean 1,550 miles southwest of Perth, Australia, are believed to show floating debris that could be part of missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. "It is probably the best lead we have right now," said John Young, a spokesman for the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Confirmation of the material's provenance will likely have to wait, however. While a merchant vessel has arrived in the area to help with the search, poor visibility has prevented search aircraft from locating the debris, and the nearest Australian Navy ship is several days' sail away.
If the debris does turn out to be from MH370, a major part of the mystery—where did the plane go?—will have been resolved. But other baffling questions will remain: Who exactly redirected the flight? How did they do it? What was their motive? Answers could remain elusive for years and indeed may never emerge.
Investigators' best hope is to find the so-called "black box," which in reality consists of a pair of orange-colored, shock- and temperature-resistant devices. One, the Flight Data Recorder, digitally encodes information about the plane and its relationship to the environment, including airspeed, angle of attack, and pilot inputs. The other, the Cockpit Voice Recorder, provides an audio record of what was said and what occurred in the cockpit. Together, these two types of information can allow investigators to piece together a narrative of how a plane crash unfolded.
The search for Air France 447 offers a useful template for how investigators can whittle away at the seemingly unsolvable mystery of a midocean airliner disappearance. After the Airbus A330 went missing over the middle of the equatorial Atlantic in 2009, search aircraft took just one day to locate the first pieces of floating wreckage. The recovery of the black box, however, took another painstaking two years, and a full assessment of its implications another year after that.
The first step after determining the debris' location is to call in the mathematicians. Based on all the data available—the aircraft's last known position, route of flight, altitude, prevailing winds, sea currents, ocean depth, and so on—a probability is assigned to each variable, and a distribution map of probable locations on the sea floor is generated. Searchers can then deploy their underwater assets to scour the vastness of the deep, working back and forth along grid lines laid out in the areas of maximum probability.
There's a deep problem inherent in this approach, however, and it's that the probabilities are themselves only guesses. Searchers are uncertain even as to the extent of their own uncertainty. In the case of Air France 447, the set of base-set assumptions turned out to be wrong, and the first two search seasons scoured thousands of square miles in vain.
The missteps of the AF447 search process, while frustrating at the time, will help today's searchers perform much more efficiently. At the beginning of the former process, for instance, authorities deployed a wide variety of underwater assets, including the French nuclear submarine Émeraude, the deep-diving manned research submersible Nautile, and phased-array sonar equipment towed behind ships. All turned out to be flawed for searching the deep sea bed. The nuclear sub was designed for tracking vessels, not scouring the ocean floor. Nautile, while capable of exploring a given spot in great detail, was useless for surveying broad areas. The towed sonar arrays could cover great swaths, but moved at a constant depth, limiting their usefulness in a region of undersea mountain ranges.
What turned the tide for AF447 searchers, in the end, was better math and better undersea technology. A recalculation of the location probabilities using a different mathematical approach led to the redrawing of the search grids much closer to the site of the plane's disappearance. And a new type of autonomous undersea vehicle—a robot sub, in other words—became available for the first time. Called Remus 6000, these subs were able to navigate on their own along precise grid lines, ascending and diving to match the contours of the undersea terrain. On April 3, 2011, less than a week after the refined search began, one of the three submersibles deployed in the search returned to its mother ship bearing images of a debris field scattered across an abyssal plain. AF447 had been found. A month later another type of unmanned submersible brought the black boxes to the surface.
Today's investigators will benefit from the lessons learned in the Air France recovery effort, but they will also face challenges the earlier investigators didn't. The stretch of ocean that they'll be searching, for instance, is rougher, deeper, and even more remote. Their understanding of the aircraft's last known location is far sketchier. And the debris (if indeed it is debris, and this whole discussion isn't moot) has been drifting for weeks instead of days.
If they are able to narrow the search area down to a reasonable size quickly, the magnitude of the task facing them will be considerably smaller. The flight data recorder contains an acoustic pinger that is designed to function at depths of up to 20,000 feet for at least 30 days. Detecting that ping will allow searchers to zoom in on the missing data right away, which means they could be pulled from the sea in days instead of years.
But just because a black box is returned to the surface doesn't mean that answers will be forthcoming anytime soon. Just as in an active criminal investigation, aircraft accident investigators' primary responsibility is to ensure the integrity of the process, not to satisfy the curiosity of the public. In other words, they tend to be secretive. In the case of Air France 447, after investigators began analyzing the black boxes only dribs and drabs of rumors leaked out. Not until the release of the full final report on July 5, 2012, did the full (and very strange and gripping) truth emerge, as I discussed in Popular Mechanics.
This case is likely to turn out to be even stranger, and quite likely even more gripping. Of course, at this point, we don't even know if the spotted debris comes from MH370 at all. But either way, we've got a long | 1,330 |
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It offers many customization options that can be adapted to all needs.
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Very easy to implement in the forum with its installer-friendly as it is only necessary to make small changes in phpBB3 files.
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New York City Marathon Canceled Because of Coronavirus
Associated Press Published: June 24, 2020
NEW YORK (AP) — This year's New York City Marathon has been canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The race was scheduled to take place on Nov. 1. Organizers said they made the decision to cancel because of health and safety concerns for runners, volunteers, spectators and others. Last year's marathon included a world record 53,640 finishers. Entrants for the 2020 race will be offered a full refund of their entry fee or a guaranteed entry to either the 2021, 2022 or 2023 marathon. New York Mayor Bill de Blasio praised the decision to cancel and said he looked forward to hosting the 50th running of the race in 2021.
Filed Under: canceled, coronavirus pandemic, New York City Marathon, New York Mayor Bill de Blasio
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MLB Plans 60-game Slate, Shortest Since | 85 |
So Recently Rent a World: New and Selected Poems: 1968-2012 (Hardcover)
By Andrei Codrescu
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Raconteur, poet, and NPR commentator Andrei Codres<|fim_middle|> - General | cu delivers in his inimitable, irreverent style a collection that traverses subjects from aging to consumerism and religion to mass media. Brilliantly funny yet deeply insightful, these poems illuminate Codrescu's acerbic tone and outsized personality and capture the best of his oeuvre.
Andrei Codrescu was born in Sibiu, Romania in 1946, and immigrated to the United States in 1966. The author of more than thirty-five books, Codrescu has edited the literary magazine Exquisite Corpse, and his provocative commentary is featured regularly on National Public Radio's All Things Considered. Codrescu currently resides in Arkansas.
Heavyweight Champion Poet, essayist, novelist, screenwriter, and world-class raconteur, Andrei Codrescu was born in Sibiu, Romania in 1946, and immigrated to the United States in 1966. Author, translator, and anthologist of more than thirty-five books, Codrescu has edited the literary magazine Exquisite Corpse, and his provocative commentary is featured regularly on National Public Radio's All Things Considered. His honors include the Peabody Award for his film Road Scholar, the international Ovidius Prize, the ACLU Freedom of Speech Award, as well as a National Endowment for the Arts fellowship for poetry. Codrescu currently resides in Arkansas, while continuing to serve as MacCurdy Distinguished Professor of English at Louisiana State University.
Publisher: Coffee House Press
Publication Date: December 11th, 2012
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Design. What does the word mean to you? For many outside the industry, design<|fim_middle|> best inspiration to rock-solid business info, you'll find it all here.Enjoy the issue and get in touch if you have any feedback. | is seen as a veneer, something that improves how things appear. As the editor of eSociety, I see in every issue how design does much more, it actually improves our lives on many levels. Creative excellence has a positive impact on how we feel and how live, work and learn – every issue of eSociety inspires me about the possibilities of great design and I hope you feel the same.
I'm a sucker for a beautifully designed shop so it was thrilling to speak to Carlo Camillo, the Global Director of Store Design & Visual Merchandising at Christian Louboutin Beauté. Read how he translates the exquisite brand values into retail environments on page 14. As the focus shifts towards the 2018 International Design Awards, SBID is given the platform to showcase another year design excellence and creativity. Every year they celebrate the possibilities of design and unite the global design community. You can find out more on the Awards on page 7. To complement the visual inspiration, we always bring you the latest information from industry experts. On page 44 you can discover more about the SBID Colour Council. The panel joins the Education and Healthcare Councils in bringing SBID members the best industry intelligence, empowering you to take decisions based on the latest research. On page 46 you can learn how your business might be affected by the new General Data Protection Regulation rules might affect your business. From the | 289 |
Energy UK responds to the Redesigning Regulation report
11 December 2018 .
Following the publication of the Redesigning Regulation report, Lawrence Slade, Energy UK's chief executive, said:
"The ReDesigning Regulation report, published today, has some interesting ideas and important recommendations on how the<|fim_middle|> transition to a low carbon future is delivered not only at lowest cost to consumers but also with consumers firmly rooted in its centre.
"Energy UK launched the 'Future of Energy' project, which will report in the new year, to identify the challenges, opportunities and policy options for delivering a clean, green future energy system that meets consumer expectations." | future energy system should offer more choice to consumers while ensuring that regulation does not crush innovation and that consumers' rights are protected.
"The report comes at a time when it is crucial to ensure that our sector's rapid | 42 |
Caveman-friendly recipes: First post! Now, what is this place?
First post! Now, what is this place?
Welcome to Caveman Cuisine, the home of caveman-friendly recipes.
Imagine, for a minute, that you are a "pre-civilization" human, living somewhere between 2,000,000 and 10,000 years ago. What's for breakfast? Odds are that it's not a bagel, and it's not a "breakfast sandwich" mass-produced in the back kitchen of a plastic-fronted family dining establishment.
In point of fact, for most of the time humans have been on this planet, our diets have been dramatically different from what we eat today. Some people theorize that we still shouldn't be eating this way - that the refined flours and sugars that comprise so much of our diets are not doing us any favours in the health department, and we should return to a pre-agricultural-revolution way of eating. This idea is called many things by many people, but a lot of people refer to it as the "paleo diet" or the "caveman diet". There are a lot of books available on the subject, and a lot of resources available on the web, if you are interested in the theory and its implications.
What this blog is about is the food. Specifically, I'll be highlighting recipes and ingredients that are, for the most part, "paleo-friendly". Now, I'll be up-front about one thing right now - even among followers of the paleo diet, there are differences of opinion about what the diet should and should not allow. For example, some people say dairy products should be disallowed. Personally, I'm a big fan of cheese, so that's not going to happen. On the other hand, some adherents to the diet say that artifical sweeteners are fine, whereas I prefer to strictly limit the amount of sweeteners that I consume. Similarly, I avoid bananas (they are very starchy), but some people think they have a place in the paleo diet.
I guess that what I'm saying is that, if you're searching for a definitive answer to the question "What is the paleo<|fim_middle|> isn't that worth it? | diet?", I can't help you. But I can give you some delicious recipes to try, and | 20 |
TCarta Teams Up with King's College London and Wins ESA Funding for Satellite-Based Air Quality Service
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Satellite images capturing beyond the visible, are used to extract vehicles from road networks over main cities globally. WorldView-2 Image courtesy of DigitalGlobe
Bristol, UK 07 May 2019 – TCarta, a global provider of geospatial solutions, has teamed with King's College London to win funding from the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop an air quality modeling service that leverages commercial satellite imagery. The service will provide organisations with accurate snapshots of existing air quality conditions along with modeling outputs to forecast how modifications in pollutant sources can change concentrations in the air over time.
The TCarta and King's team will match the 1.5 million euros awarded by the ESA ARTES 20 program for a demonstration project that will generate air quality data for a number of major cities worldwide and deliver products through online services, API's and data feeds. TCarta and King's successfully proved the technical and commercial viability of the service in a pilot study also funded by ESA in 2018.
The air quality service will be offered commercially as a solution for governments at local and regional levels, as well as NGOs, to better understand the mechanisms affecting airborne pollutants so that air quality can be managed and mitigation strategies put in place. Other end users will include automotive manufacturers, mobility service providers and construction companies that need to model the impact their products and activities have on the surrounding environment and people's health.
"There is currently a lack of accurate and reliable air quality data around the world – which is leading to poor decision making," said Greg Lewis, TCarta Business Manager. "Our product will be a practical step to easily access accurate data and to support better and more informed decision making."
Until now, the availability of traffic data has been fragmented due to limited deployment of roadside sensors and is non-existent in many developing regions of the world. TCarta have devised algorithms to extract automobile counts on roadways from very high-resolution (VHR) satellite imagery, to be used as additional inputs to King's industry-leading air quality modelling capabilities. Collection of vehicle counts from satellite imagery over any city on Earth will provide a consistent and global data set, and funding from ESA will be essential to improve, scale up and develop the data processing methodologies.
"Very high-resolution air quality modeling of this type is only possible with a detailed understanding of roadside emissions, which is now possible through our unique earth observation approach," said Sean Beevers, Air Quality Lead at King's. "We will be able to bridge the data gap in areas of the world where detailed traffic information has been hard to come by."
TCarta is currently developing a range of online services to deliver a variety of digital air quality products, many of which will be available as off-the-shelf data sets in geospatial formats. Pollutants measured and mapped will include particulates (PM2.5 and PM10), NOx, NO2, and others.
Visit the Air Quality website: http://air-quality.tcarta.com
About TCarta (www.tcarta.com)
TCarta was established when TCarta Marine U.S. merged with Proteus Geo UK to create global bathymetric and marine datasets extending from the shallow coastal zone to the continental shelf. The international firm maintains offices in the UK, UAE and USA. The TCarta product lines includes high-resolution satellite-derived water depth and seafloor map products as well as 90- and 30-meter GIS-ready bathymetric data aggregated from numerous information sources.
About King's College London
King's College London is one of the top 10 UK universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2018/19) and among the oldest in England. King's has more than 31,000 students (including more than 12,800 postgraduates) from some 150 countries worldwide, and some 8,500 staff. King's has an outstanding reputation for world-class teaching and cutting-edge research. In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), eighty-four per cent of research at King's was deemed 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' (3* and 4*). Since our foundation, King's students and staff have dedicated themselves in the service of society. King's will continue to focus on world-leading education, research and service, and will have an increasingly proactive role to play in a more interconnected, complex world. Visit our website to find out more about Vision 2029, King's strategic vision for the next 12 years to 2029, which will be the 200th anniversary of the founding of the university. World-changing ideas. Life-changing impact: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/news/headlines.aspx
About European Space Agency (www.esa.com)
The European Space Agency's mission is to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the continent's citizens. ESA's ARTES 20 programme (Advances Research in Telecommunications Systems) responds to users' needs using a combination of different space assets such as Earth Observation, navigation and | 1,066 |
The first year of the 24<|fim_middle|>55 Financial returns as presenting sponsor, continuing its support of Canadian charities and helping communities across the country.
Participating in 24h BLUE MTN is a perfect opportunity to hit the slopes with some friends or co-workers while raising money for a good cause. The 24-hour relay takes place with teams of 5-10, so it's a great way to enjoy an incredible experience and make lifelong memories with those you are closest with.
RegisterOpens a new website in a new window to join in on the fun or simply make a donationOpens a new website in a new window to the Special Olympics Ontario and the G&M Hospital Foundation. | h BLUE MTN fundraiser was a great success and we're back for more fun in 2019.
Join us on February 23&24 at the beautiful Blue Mountain Resort in Collingwood, Ont. for 24 hours of skiing, snowboarding, running, or walking as a relay to raise money for two great causes.
The goal for this year's event is to raise $120,000 while aiming to have 45 ski teams and 20 walking teams participate. Those funds will go to a pair of worthy causes: Special Olympics Ontario and the G&M Hospital Foundation.
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Last weekend, we headed<|fim_middle|> just give a sense of Oregon.
I would have stolen one of those gnomes, for sure.
I'm pretty sure they were ninja gnomes (or should I say "gninja")!
We totally thought of you when we saw them! | west for the first time, taking the Tobu Tojo train to Shinrin Koen (Forest Park). There's a pretty awesome Forest Park back home too and times like these feel like we're back in the great, green Pacific Northwest.
We rented bikes and rode most of the 17 kilometer (about 10.5 miles) path around the park. The paths wind through the trees, and around ponds, fountains, arboretums, playgrounds and art installations. A great day trip and definitely on the list of places to return again and again.
The fountain at Memorial Plaza in Shinrin Koen. Snack shack had rose ice cream. Delicious!
We had to walk a couple kilometers from the train station to the park. Stay on the walking path… or meet your fate!
The train emptied out a couple stops before the park. We've never been on a train this empty in Japan.
We passed this recently flooded rice field on the way to Shinrin Koen. The growing season is just starting.
Looks like you had a great day. Lovely looking park too. How does it compare to Forest Park in Portland?
The last time I was at Forest Park it was to train for a trail run half marathon, so this was a lot less running. The trails and the greenery | 266 |
Federal prosecutors may introduce cell-site data obtained without a warrant in the retrial of a District of Columbia drug dealer who was the subject of one of the Supreme Court's biggest electronic privacy decisions in decades.
The decision by U.S. District Judge Ellen Segal Huvelle of the District of Columbia is a victory for prosecutors who are shifting their focus to warrantless cell-tower locational tracking of suspects in the wake of the Supreme Court ruling that law enforcement should acquire probable-cause warrants from judges to affix GPS devices to vehicles. (.pdf) Just after the high court's January decision, the FBI pulled the plug on 3,000 GPS tracking devices.
Huvelle's ruling came as part of pretrial proceedings in the prosecution of Antoine Jones, the previously convicted drug dealer<|fim_middle|>05, well before the Supreme Court's ruling on GPS.
"The court, however, need not resolve this vexing question of Fourth Amendment jurisprudence, since it concludes that the good-faith exception to the exclusionary rule applies," (.pdf) she wrote.
Monday's decision was first reported by Mike Scarcella of The Blog of Legal Times.
With that, prosecutors are legally in the clear to use Jones' phone location records without a warrant. Among other things, the government wants to use the records to chronicle where Jones was when he made and received about four months' worth of mobile phone calls in 2005. The records show each call the defendant made or received, the date and time of calls, the telephone numbers involved, the cell tower to which the phone users connected at the beginning and/or end of the call, and the duration of the call.
The authorities only had to show that such information was "relevant" to an investigation to get a judge to authorize Cingular to turn them over. No probable cause was needed.
"Knowing the location of the trafficker when such telephone calls are made will assist law enforcement in discovering the location of the premises in which the trafficker maintains his supply narcotics, paraphernalia used in narcotics trafficking such as cutting and packaging materials, and other evident of illegal narcotics trafficking, including records and financial information," the government wrote in 2005, when requesting Jones' cell-site data.
That data was not introduced at trial, as the authorities used the GPS data instead.
Even so, the Obama administration claimed that the high court's GPS decision was "wholly inapplicable" when it comes to cell-site data. | whose conviction and life sentence was reversed by the Supreme Court, which found the government's placement of a GPS tracker on his vehicle was an illegal search.
Until the Supreme Court ruled in Jones' case, the lower courts were mixed on whether the police could secretly affix a GPS device on a suspect's car without a warrant. And despite Huvelle's ruling, the lower courts are still divided about whether a probable-cause warrant is required to obtain cell-site data.
But Huvelle sidestepped the Fourth Amendment argument and declined to analyze whether the Supreme Court's ruling in Jones' case has any bearing on whether cell-site data can be used without a warrant.
Instead, she focused on a doctrine called the "good-faith exemption," in which evidence is not suppressed if the authorities were following the law at the time. The data in Jones' case was coughed up in 20 | 179 |
We caught up with Aaron O'Dowling-<|fim_middle|>-imagined as a "sky park" in Liverpool, and a giant waterslide on Bristol's high street.
Hives – connects projects with supporters and promotes various match-funding opportunities.
1) Your team is crucial – you need enough people to balance the workload and contribute the necessary skills: design, digital, finance, project management etc.
2) Timing – By creating a detailed project timeline you can manage the different parts of your campaign effectively so you don't get overwhelmed with all you need to do.
3) Create visuals that inspire – use photos, videos, updates and social media to bring your project to life and motivate people to get involved. | Keane to learn more about Spacehive's work in crowdfunding civic projects.
Aaron O'Dowling-Keane runs the marketing function at Spacehive, where she manages user communications and partner engagement alongside digital and content strategy.
We caught up with Aaron to learn more about Spacehive's work to transform public spaces using the power of the crowd.
Crowdfunding is exciting as it helps plug the gap where council funding is cut, as well as allowing people to proactively engage with their environment. Crowdfunding creates a bottom-up form of policy-making, as citizens propose new creative ideas for their areas and those who agree can pledge to support them.
Spacehive opens up new sources of capital and creativity for people trying to improve their community spaces, which traditionally is difficult to find funding for. We bring different funds together so anyone with an idea for transforming their area can gather support from neighbours, businesses, brands and councils in one place. We want to make it as easy as possible for people to make their ideas happen, enabling citizens to become catalysts for change.
All Spacehive projects are centred around community spaces. We enable people and organisations to raise the profile of their project and gather support through likes and comments, as well as generating the funds and resources necessary for their project to succeed. We also work with an ever-growing number of partners, from Esmée Fairbairn and Growing a Greener Britain to GLL and the Mayor of London, who come together to match-fund projects that are making a difference.
Could you give an example of what a typical Spacehive project looks like?
Since our 2012 launch, Spacehive has helped fund over 230 projects across the UK worth nearly £6 million. All our projects change the spaces they are in whether it's just for a few hours as part of a pop-up market, or for a lifetime by transforming a concrete lot into a wildflower garden. Successes include public wi-fi in Mansfield, an urban farm in London, a motorway flyover re | 411 |
On Sunday, the sermon will focus on "Famous Last Words," in particular the last words<|fim_middle|>. I ask your blessing of consolation upon all who grieve, especially the families of Eleanore Stamurs, Ruth Fox, and Glenn Babler. In Jesus' name. Amen. | of Jesus and the Apostle Paul. There will be a special blessing for our retiring organist, Helene Schrankler, and our retiring choir director, Lee Behnke. Please join us as we honor and thank these women who have been blessings to our congregation for many years. The service will begin at 8:45. It will be followed by a special social hour hosted by the choir.
We ask that you remember three families when you pray, families that are grieving because of recent deaths of loved ones – the families of Church of Peace members Eleanore Stamurs and Ruth Fox, and also Gary Babler' s father, Glenn Babler.
Tomorrow a group of our church family members will leave at 9:00 to go rafting on the Pestigo River.
Saturday is the Spring Clean-Up of the outside of the church building. We are eager to have our property be a shining star in the neighborhood. Please come help rake, plant, and clean. We'll begin at 8:00 a.m. and be done by noon. Coffee, juice, and donuts will be served.
A prayer for today (from a prayer by William Barclay): O God, help me to live today well. Help me to cause as little trouble and to give as much help as possible. May I share the burdens and joys of all who share my life | 280 |
From a Turner Prize Winner to a Mysterious Viral Prankster, Meet 6 Artists Making Their New York Solo Show Debuts This Fall
Kicking off the new season with artists showing their work in the city for the first time.
Sarah Cascone & Caroline Goldstein, September 11, 2018
Mark Wallinger in front of Writ in Water. Photo by John Millar, courtesy National Trust Images.
Fall is upon us, and so to christen the new season, we've highlighted six intriguing artists who are making their New York solo show debuts:
1. "Matthew Larson: Vice Versa" at Massey Klein
Matthew Larson, Double Fiction (2018<|fim_middle|> reception 6 p.m.–8 p.m.
5. "Edgar Orlaineta: We Do No Work Alone" at Proxyco Gallery
Edgar Orlaineta, Cálida. Photo courtesy of Proxyco Gallery.
In his first New York solo show, Mexico City sculptor Edgar Orlaineta presents wooden miniatures celebrating modernist craft techniques, such as woodturning, metalworking, weaving, and assemblage. His hybrid sculptural forms encourage viewers to consider how we think about handmade goods, both fetishizing and neglecting such time-consuming processes in our increasingly fast-paced world.
168 Suffolk Street; September 14–November 1, 2018, opening reception 6 p.m.–8 p.m.
6. "Triconis Aeternis: Rites and Mysteries, a Solo Exhibition From Zardulu the Mythmaker" at On Canal, hosted by TRANSFER
Kriophorus, epithet of Zardulu the Mythmaker. Photo courtesy of the artist and TRANSFER.
Rumor has it, artist and trickster Zardulu has been subtly altering the discourse for years, sewing strange tales across the internet through viral videos like Selfie Rat. The masked modern mythmaker steps out of the shadows this fall thanks to TRANSFER gallery, which will exhibit Zardulu's unconventional work in storefronts along Canal Street. The artist is said to have a trained mischief of rats at her command, but despite presumably false rumors linking her to the legend of Pizza Rat, there won't be any videos featuring rodents in the show. Zardulu will present a book of her drawings, offering artifacts from her viral works for sale. She also promises, intriguingly, to be present for the opening.
Between Broadway and West Broadway on Canal Street in New York City; October 4–November 1, 2018; opening reception 6 p.m.–9 p.m.
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'My Whole Life Has Been Following This Single Material': How Liza Lou's Obsession With Beads Transformed a Village in South Africa | ). Photo courtesy of Massey Klein.
Matthew Larson has spent a decade working as a fiber artist, developing a unique weaving process with Velcro on linen, embedding individual threads from mass-produced acrylic and wool fibers to create precise patterns, which can be geometric and linear, or organic and curvilinear. The resulting works lie at the intersection of drawing, painting, sculpture, and weaving.
124 Forsyth Street; September 5–October 7, 2018.
2. "Nathaniel Mary Quinn: The Land" at Salon 94
Nathaniel Mary Quinn, The Borrower (2018). Image courtesy of Salon 94 and the artist.
Nathanial Mary Quinn's first solo show at the gallery shines a light on his rapidly gentrifying neighborhood of Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Quinn considers himself an adoptee of the area, with most residents having put down roots decades before, and he treats the subjects of his portraits with deference, abstracting their features and layering in his feelings toward them.
243 Bowery, 1 Freeman Alley; September 7–October 27, 2018, opening reception 6 p.m.–8 p.m.
3. "Mark Wallinger: Study for Self Reflection" at Hauser & Wirth
Mark Wallinger, Self Reflection (2016). ©Mark Wallinger, courtesy of Hauser & Wirth.
For his first solo show at Hauser & Wirth's US outpost, Turner-prize winner Mark Wallinger is presenting a selection of new paintings and sculptures that continue to explore reflection. The works are reflections of specific places: A sculpture inspired by the New Scotland Yard sign is constructed with mirrored surfaces, conjuring themes of authority and supervision. For one piece, Self Reflection, Wallinger has reproduced the mirror from Sigmund Freud's study.
West 22 Street; September 13–October 27, 2018; opening reception 6 p.m.–8 p.m.
4. "Mahmoud Khaled: I Want You to Know That I Am Hiding Something From You" at Helena Anrather
Mahmoud Khaled, I Want You To Know That I Am Hiding Something From You (2018). Photo courtesy of Mahmoud Khaled.
A native of Alexandria, Egypt, Mahmoud Khaled, whose work includes photography, video, sculpture, and architectural interventions, has never shown in the US before. The exhibition will include a bench that originally came from Cairo's Tahrir Square, paired with photographs taken in public spaces in the city in 2008, offering a chance to reflect how political and social conditions have evolved over the past 10 years in Egypt.
28 Elizabeth Street; September 14–November 4, 2018; opening | 587 |
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DSU continues search for dean of college of humanities, social sciences
by Autumn NuzmanPosted on February 10, 2019
Dixie State University "seeks a dynamic and visionary leader" for the position of dean of the college of humanities and social sciences.
Dean of Education Brenda Sabey is chairing the search committee, and while she said the search process<|fim_middle|> supportive of my doing this, and I couldn't have managed it without them also taking on more work. The English faculty are total rock stars."
English professor Susan Ertel was one of the professors who took over Crenshaw's classes, specifically her upper division editing course. She said while it was difficult to adjust to a course created by someone else, it was a great learning opportunity to see how other professors structure their assignments. Crenshaw had previously created video lectures to supplement the course, and Ertel said it was like having a guest speaker co-teaching the course with her.
Ertel said: "Dr. Crenshaw has been a fantastic interim dean. Her laughter is sure missed around the halls of the English department, but every day we see the ship being steered smoothly and expertly by her as the interim dean."
The goal is to complete the search for the new dean by April 2019.
2021 Student Body Elections: Meet the candidates | itself is confidential, she did provide a link to the job listing, which listed responsibilities such as "strategic planning, enrollment and budget management, and overseeing curriculum, facilities, and academic personnel." Qualification requirements include a doctorate in a discipline eligible for tenure within the college of humanities and social sciences, current rank of associate or full professor and academic administrative experience.
Interim Dean Cheri Crenshaw said being interim dean has been a terrific experience for her.
"Our college is full of excellent chairs and faculty who I love working with," Crenshaw said. "When I'm able to help them get something accomplished that they really needed my help on — although most of the time, they are perfectly capable of getting things done on their own — I feel a strong sense of accomplishment. I also gained insight into our administrators, such as the provost [Michael Lacourse], who is truly dedicated to making the university strong and vital."
Prior to becoming the interim dean, Crenshaw was the English department chair and taught several classes within the department.
"Luckily, Mike Peterson was willing to step in as the [English] department chair and he's doing a terrific job," Crenshaw said. "Other English faculty stepped up to take on the three classes I was teaching. They were all very | 262 |
Global Partnerships' team is based out of Seattle, WA, USA; Bogotá, Colombia; Santa Barbara, CA, USA; and Nairobi, Kenya.
Rick Beckett
Rick Beckett is the CEO of Global Partnerships and has led the organization's strategic expansion as an Impact-First Investor since 2006.
Prior to joining Global Partnerships, Rick was managing director of a $112 million private equity fund investing in middle-market companies and early stage ventures. Rick spent 10 years at McKinsey & Company where he served financial institution and healthcare clients on strategy and performance. He specialized in helping not-for-profit organizations achieve superior results in competitive markets. While at McKinsey, Rick co-authored the bestselling book Real Change Leaders: How You Can Create Growth And Performance At Your Company. He holds a B.A. with distinction in Economics from Stanford University, and an M.B.A. as an Arjay Miller Scholar from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Rick has served on the boards of directors of numerous privately held portfolio companies and not-for-profit organizations, including Direct Relief International and The Initiative for Global Development.
Mark Coffey
President & Chief Investment Officer
Mark oversees Global Partnerships' (GP) social investment funds, directing both the structuring and management of the funds and leading the team that sources and lends capital to GP's social investment partners.
Prior to his work at GP, he served as President of ShoreBank Pacific, the first commercial bank in the United States with a focus on environmentally sustainable community development. Mark has more than 30 years' experience in banking, lending, and investment management, including serving in executive roles at Homestead Capital, Bank of the Northwest, First Interstate Securities and First Interstate Bank of Texas. An active community member, Mark served as a member of the Board of Directors of BRAC Bank, a development bank known for its work with small business lending in Bangladesh, as a representative to the Board of BRAC Bank Afghanistan, on the Board of Directors of XacBank, a microfinance bank in Mongolia, and as a Board member of two commercial banks in the US. Mark is professionally fluent in Spanish and has significant humanitarian volunteer and business experience in Latin America. Mark received his Bachelor's Degree with honors from Brigham Young University and his MBA, with concentration in finance, from Rice University.
Michael McGinn
Vice President, Finance & Administration
Michael manages the Financial and Administrative aspects of the organization.
Prior to joining Global Partnerships, he spent twelve years in the alternative investment industry, with his last role as Chief Financial Officer of a hedge fund in New York City. Michael has experience in various facets of the financial sector, with a background in fund accounting, financial modeling and budgeting, audit, tax planning, human resources, compliance, and operations. He has also been involved with several not-for-profit organizations throughout his career. Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Western Washington University and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Megan Muir
General Counsel & Chief Operating Officer
Megan is the General Counsel & Chief Operating Officer of Global Partnerships, overseeing legal, finance and operations for the organization.
Prior to joining Global Partnerships, she was a partner with the international law firm DLA Piper LLP (US) for nearly 10 years where she represented investors and technology companies of all sizes. Prior to DLA Piper, Megan was General Counsel of a wireless company, an attorney with Venture Law Group and a clerk to a federal judge. She holds a B.A. with highest honors from Pitzer College and received her law degree with honors from Harvard Law School.
Tara Murphy Forde
Managing Director, Capital & Impact
Tara leads Global Partnerships' Capital and Impact Team. In this capacity she oversees GP's work in investment research, impact management, investor communication and investor relations.
Tara joined GP in 2009 and during her tenure at the organization she has worked across the Social Investment, Research and Impact and Social Venture Fund teams. Her approach to impact investing is informed by academic, professional, and entrepreneurial experience addressing the issues of poverty, gender and conflict. As a Fulbright Scholar, Tara researched the gender-differentiated effects of the armed conflict in Colombia and was part of a start-up tackling the socio-economic reintegration of displaced families. Tara holds a B.A. in political science from Vassar College and a certificate in executive leadership from the Albers School of Business at Seattle University.
Beth Randall
Vice President, Investment Operations
Beth is responsible for managing Global Partnerships' fund compliance and contractual relationships with investors and partners, as well as coordinating legal services across the organization.
Beth has been with GP since 2006. She spent the first six years working with in operations to support the Development & Finance teams. Her passion for making a positive impact locally and globally has led her to academic and travel experiences in various parts of Latin America and Spain. Beth holds a B.A. in Spanish Literature from Whitman College in Walla Walla, WA.
Nathalia Rodriguez Vega
Senior Vice President, Credit
Nathalia is responsible for credit risk management across the debt portfolio in Latin America and the Caribbean and sub-Saharan Africa.
Nathalia joined Global Partnerships in March 2013 as an analyst in the Social Investment Team. Nathalia's professional background includes seven years working for Citigroup in New York and Colombia, analyzing economic trends and giving investment recommendations on Latin America's financial assets. At Carnegie Mellon University, she worked as a research assistant employing large-scale data analysis tools<|fim_middle|> worked as Senior Investment Advisor at ProColombia – Colombia's National Promotion Agency- supporting Private Equity Funds, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy companies in the identification of business opportunities and overseeing their investment process in the country.
She holds a master's degree on Innovation and Entrepreneurship from the University of Barcelona and a BA in Government and International Relations from Externado University in Bogotá.
Paola Cubas-Barragán
Paola is responsible for GP's impact-first screening and analysis of potential partners, impact data monitoring of current portfolio partners and conducting strategic analysis and partner and market research.
Paola comes to GP with several years of experience working in global development across Latin America and Africa. She believes in the power of applied research to drive institutional strategies and brings with her a strong multi-disciplinary approach to research and analysis. Prior to joining she completed her PhD in Sociology (BUAP) focused on the history and daily struggles of Malawian NGOs. Paola also holds a BSc. in Mathematics and Economics from UDLAP and an MPhil in Development Studies from the University of Oxford.
Juanita Díaz
Investment Analysis Officer
Juanita joined GP's team in January 2021, and serves as an Investment Analysis Officer in the Seattle Office.
She wants to develop a career in the non-profit sector and was attracted by GP's mission and culture. Juanita has a finance background with 10+ years of experience in the Telecommunications Sector in Colombia, where she worked for the Mobile Industry Association, Telefonica Colombia, Government owned telecom companies' transformation project and ETB. She holds a B.A. in Finance and International Affairs from Universidad Externado de Colombia, and an IMBA from IE Business School in Spain.
Rachid El Mourabit
Credit Operations Officer
Rachid joined Global Partnerships in 2021. As the Credit Operations Officer on the Social Investment Team, he is responsible for portfolio monitoring, risk management tools, and continuous process improvement.
Rachid's professional background includes 10+ years of experience as a Senior Financial Analyst at different family offices where he was involved in writing business plans, developing planning and forecasting tools, and performing portfolio monitoring for investments in various industries. Rachid was also a Manager in IT & Financial Consulting Services, overseeing program management, and implementing corporate performance management systems and frameworks.
Rachid currently sits on the Instruction on Race and Identity Community Advisory Council for Highline Public Schools, and is a member of the Leadership Council at Upwardly Global, a nonprofit helping skilled immigrants to rebuild their careers in the U.S.
Rachid holds a BS in Finance from the Agadir International University in Morocco, and an MS in Finance from the ESG Business School in France.
Marcela Falquez
Portfolio Director, Latin America Portfolio
Marcela is in charge of overseeing the Latin America Portfolio, conducting due diligence analysis, increasing pipeline, and managing relationships with our partners in Bolivia, Chile, Colombia and Perú.
Prior to her work at GP, she focused on economic, social and environmental issues in financial institutions, Colombian government, non-profits and start-ups. She co-founded ID Social, a consulting and advisory focused non-profit firm in Colombia, and has previous knowledge in structuring and managing of social innovation and impact models, analysis and financial projections and strategic partnerships.
Meghan Flaherty
Director of Investment Research & Impact
Meghan manages the Research & Impact function, leading agile research and analysis to develop, execute, and continuously strengthen Global Partnerships' impact-first investment strategy at all stages of the investment process.
She joined GP in 2019 as part of the Capital & Impact team. Her role at GP builds on many years of experience advancing economic opportunity and gender equity in emerging markets, having held programmatic, strategy, and research positions at several global NGOs.
Taylor Ganey Humenay
Accounting & Compliance Officer
Taylor is responsible for the accounting duties related to the three branch offices as well as the investment fund accounting for four investment fund entities.
Additionally, she works closely with the Vice President of Finance and Administration supporting financial reporting, payroll, and other office issues. She joined Global Partnerships in February 2016. Taylor interned at GP during the summer of 2015 and was the Event Assistant during the fall of 2015 assisting the Investor Relations Team in preparation for the annual luncheon. Taylor holds an M.S. in Global Studies and International Relations from Northeastern University, Seattle as well as a B.A. in both Economics and Spanish from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Sixta García
Sixta manages the relationships with GP's partners in Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador and El Salvador.
She joined Global Partnerships' (GP) Managua office in October 2011. Her background includes over 15 years of experience analyzing microfinance institutions and consulting on microenterprise development projects with organizations including Catholic Relief Services and UCADE, a faith-based organization that supports community development projects. Sixta holds a B.A. in public accounting and finance from the National Autonomous University of Nicaragua (UNAN) and has done graduate work at UNAN and the Central American Institute of Business Administration (INCAE).
Matt Hergott
Matt joined GP in February 2018 as a member of the Social Investment Team.
He is responsible for the financial analysis of potential investment partners, monitoring investments from screening and loan origination to exit of our portfolio, and supporting the senior management team with general economic analysis. Prior to joining GP, he was a Foreign Service Officer with the U.S. Department of State, serving in Equatorial Guinea, Guatemala, and Washington, DC. He also previously managed programs and funding to Kenyan social enterprises with a U.S.-based nonprofit. He has an MA in Global Finance, Trade, and Economic Integration as well as a BA in Economics from the University of Denver.
Matt Lambert
Investor Communications Officer
As part of the Capital & Impact Team, Matt is responsible for producing content and managing external communications channels to support GP's mission.
He works with our international partners and staff across all GP offices to ensure GP's work is communicated to all external and internal stakeholders including investors and staff. Prior to joining GP, Matt held communications positions at Landesa and World Vision, and served on the board of directors for Construction for Change. He also worked in the Dominican Republic and Haiti for Esperanza International, a microfinance institution and former partner of GP. Matt holds an M.B.A. with honors from the International School of Management in Paris, and a B.A. in Communications from Pacific Lutheran University.
Melissa Lockhart Fortner
Director of Investor Relations
As Director of Investor Relations, Melissa is a partner to GP's diverse community of supporters, a steward for impact-first capital, and a bridge for investors and donors to GP's mission.
Melissa joined GP in 2020, bringing experience in international affairs, nonprofit management, fundraising, and donor relations. She is passionate about building global solutions to challenges like poverty and economic inequity, and that motivation is the thread connecting her prior roles with the Pacific Council on International Policy, the School of International Relations at the University of Southern California, and the Foreign Policy Association. Melissa holds an MBA from the Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania and a B.A. in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from Pomona College. She lives in Seattle with her husband Jeff and son Cody.
Caitlyn McCrone
As part of the Finance and Operations team, Caitlyn works on closing loan transactions, including all related documentation and coordination with local partners and attorneys.
Caitlyn comes to GP from a career in social impact having worked on project implementation at the World Bank Group (WBG), International Finance Corporation (IFC), Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), UN Women, and the Organization of American States (OAS). She holds an MA in International Economics and International Relations from Johns Hopkins - SAIS and a BA with honors in International Studies and Spanish from the University of Washington.
Maria Teresa Medina
Maria Teresa manages the relationships with GP's partners in Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Paraguay and Argentina. Her responsibilities include identifying new partners, managing the due diligence process and leading the relationship with them.
Maria Teresa joined Global Partnerships (GP) in October 2019 and her background includes 20+ years of financial experience in various Colombian and Multinational companies based in Colombia including Commercial, Retail and Investment Banks, and industries such as Construction Materials, Petrochemical and Fintech. She held different roles in Finance such as Trader, Corporate Treasurer, Corporate Finance Director and CFO. Maria Teresa holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Universidad de los Andes in Bogota, Colombia, an MBA from Instituto de Empresa (IE Business School) in Madrid, Spain, and an online certificate in digital transformation from MIT & Emeritus.
Sophie Moore
As the Operations Officer, Sophie is responsible for GP's donor and investor databases and administrative work related to investor and fund operations.
Sophie joined Global Partnerships in February 2018. Prior to joining Global Partnerships, Sophie worked in the Finance department at a growing software company in Kirkland, WA. She holds a B.A. in International Studies with a minor in French from the University of Washington.
Aaron Nasurutia
Portfolio Director, Global Portfolio
Aaron's responsibilities include managing relationships with partners in sub-Saharan Africa, as well as identifying organizations that are aligned with GP's mission.
Aaron joined Global Partnerships in June 2015. Aaron has 15 years of relevant work experience, including 9 years of banking experience in Kenya, having worked with major Pan-African banks, including Equity Bank, NIC Bank, Commercial Bank of Africa and Bank of Africa, where he acquired relevant credit and relationship management experience. Aaron holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Technology from the University of Nairobi and will complete his MBA from Duke University, Fuqua School of Business in 2023.
Newton Nthiga
Newton is responsible for identifying and managing the due diligence process for new partners in sub-Saharan Africa as well as maintaining a strong relationship with GP partners.
Newton has a strong credit management background with 17 years' experience in both retail and institutional lending. Past experience includes working at Co-operative Bank of Kenya, Jitegemee Trust, a Kenyan based Wholesale fund where he was responsible for expanding their investments in MFIs and rural based cooperatives. Most recently, Newton worked at Kiva Microfunds for 8 years, a San Francisco based nonprofit focused on impact investment as their Portfolio Manager for Anglophone Africa, responsible for expanding and managing investments in 6 countries. Newton holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.com, accounting) degree from University of Nairobi and CPA (K) finalist.
Bob Oswald
Information Systems Officer
Bob joined Global Partnerships in May 2020. He is responsible for managing GP's information technology systems.
Bob has previously worked with technology and data for several nonprofit organizations, including Accelerator YMCA and Facing the Future (a program of Western Washington University). He has also worked with information systems and global logistics in the expedition cruise industry. Bob holds a B.A. in English Literature from Ithaca College.
Aldo Padilla
Aldo joined GP on February 2018 as an Investment Analysis Officer based in our Managua office.
His duties include performing qualitative and quantitative financial analysis, with emphasis on credit analysis, helping review different types of business models and developing investment recommendations, and supporting the Social Investment Team monitoring investments from screening and loan origination to exit of our portfolio in Latin America & the Caribbean. He has 5 years of industry experience as the Country Manager in Nicaragua for OIKOCREDIT, as well as experience in the credit departments of commercial banks and retail companies. He has a B.A. in Business Administration from Florida International University as well as an MBA from INCAE.
Carol Suarez
Portfolio Officer
Carol comes to GP with more than 6 years of professional experience in the financial services industry in Colombia mainly in fund management and investment, working directly with financial institutions as a Trader.
More recently, she worked as an ESG analyst in Paris, France, focusing on the environmental, social and governance analysis of companies with impact investment and sustainable development in the European and North American markets for an asset manager.
Carol holds a B.S. in Finance and International Trade and post-graduate studies on Capital Markets from Universidad del Rosario in Bogota, Colombia, and an M.B.A. from EAE Business School and Universidad Rey Juan Carlos in Madrid, Spain.
Olivia Tannehill
Accounting Officer
As the Accounting Officer, Olivia is responsible for the accounting operations related to GP's offices and investment funds.
Olivia joined Global Partnerships in July 2019. Prior to joining Global Partnerships, Olivia was an intern with the Fund for Global Health where she worked to increase federal funding for global TB alleviation and comprehensive primary health care. She also is a partial owner and manager of a gym in Downtown Seattle. She holds a B.A. with honors in Public Health-Global Health and a minor in Nutrition from the University of Washington.
Luiana Temba
Luiana is responsible for GP's impact-first screening and analysis of potential partners in Sub-Saharan Africa, impact data monitoring of current portfolio partners and conducting strategic analysis and partner and market research.
After completing a bachelor's degree in Political Science at the University of Montreal, Luiana joined the UNESCO Tanzania office where she supported the implementation of a rural community media development project, along with initiatives on access to information and safety of journalists. Luiana also supported the operationalization of an IT training program to facilitate rural women's access to the job market in south Kenya. Wishing to continue working on increasing market inclusion and poverty alleviation, Luiana undertook a master's degree in Management and Sustainable Development at HEC Montreal. During her studies, she focused on environmental, social and governance (ESG) analysis of organizations, and researched the intersectionality of environmental considerations with international development and humanitarian organizations' mandates.
Gabriel Nicaise Tossou
Portfolio Director and Deputy Regional Manager, Global Portfolio
Nicaise joined Global Partnerships in April 2019. He is responsible for identifying and managing relationships with partners in sub-Saharan Africa Francophone countries.
In addition to his duties as a Portfolio Director, as of May 2020 Nicaise has taken on the additional role of Deputy Regional Manager. Nicaise continues to lead GP's investment presence in Francophone Africa, and is now also helping build the entire Africa portfolio and representing GP in many aspects as Deputy Director. He has 18 years' experience in microfinance operations, technical assistance and lending to MFIs and social enterprises in agriculture and SME Banks. Nicaise has been Country Manager for Oikocredit in Benin where he built a regional experience in Francophone West Africa. He holds a master's degree in Audit and Finance and relevant certificates in Savings and Credit Cooperative Management, and Digital Finance. He has a depth of knowledge in Financial Inclusion, Social Performance Management and Project Management.
Karen Serem Waithaka
Investment Director, GP/Eleos Social Venture Fund
Karen joined GP in January 2021 and works as an Investment Director for our Social Venture Fund based in our Nairobi office.
Her role includes relationship building and management of deal-flow partners and the players within the impact investment scene, identifying investment opportunities that are in line with GP's objectives, preparation of board-level investment memorandum for potential investment and active portfolio management of investee companies including coordinating follow on investments. Prior to her role at GP, Karen ran a consultancy that coached and guided start-ups through the fundraising process. She also previously worked for a corporate venture fund, the Safaricom Spark Venture Fund, and a private equity fund, TBL Mirror Fund. Karen has also worked as an Actuarial Consultant at Russell Investments, Sydney Australia. She holds a Master of Finance from the University of New South Wales and a BSc Actuarial Science from Curtin University, both in Australia. | to analyze the impact of foreign-born workers in the US economy. Nathalia holds an MS in Public Policy and Management from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.A. in Economics from Universidad de los Andes.
Jim Villanueva
Managing Director, Social Venture Fund
Jim is a longtime entrepreneur and investor in growth companies.
Before joining Global Partnerships, he led the development of the impact investment portfolio at the Eleos Foundation as their Executive Director and a founding board member. Over the course of his career with several private equity partnerships, Jim invested in multiple industries across North and South America. He co-founded and sold a Spanish-language media company and a national Hispanic marketing and public relations firm. Jim holds an MBA degree from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and graduated with honors from Harvard College.
Ricardo Visbal
Vice President, Latin America Portfolio
Ricardo manages relationships with all of Global Partnerships' partners in Latin America and the Caribbean.
He leads the due diligence team through the evaluation and selection process of potential partners that have social and credit profiles aligned to GPs' mission. With 18 years of industry experience, Ricardo has previously worked for the Central American Bank for Economic Integration, the largest development bank in Central America. There, he evaluated MFIs and implemented core-banking and other information system solutions. Ricardo holds a B.S. in industrial engineering and an M.B.A. from his native Colombia.
Aaron Alor
Investment Operations Officer
Aaron joined Global Partnerships in September of 2015 and plays a key role on the Social Investment Team.
Aaron takes the lead on documenting our loan transactions and all the related coordination with our partners and attorneys in Latin America. He brings experience in the areas of contractual, corporate, transactional, and international law. Licensed to practice law in the country of Mexico and licensed in the United States as a Foreign Law Consultant in Washington State, Aaron has done a variety of legal work for different law firms and corporations and has taught International Law in Mexico. Aaron has his law degree from the Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla in Mexico and his Master of Laws in International Economic Law from the University of Houston Law Center. Aaron was raised in Puebla, Mexico, and has lived in the Seattle area for over a decade now.
Jonathan Canning
Jonathan joined Global Partnerships in September 2021 as the Administrative Assistant at GP's Seattle office.
Prior to joining GP, he was a Case Manager at Kaplan Hecker & Fink LLP in New York City, where he worked on a number of public interest and pro-bono cases supporting victims of racial and gender discrimination and harassment. He also spent a year teaching middle school English in Changsha, China, and worked with the Enlace Project in El Sauce, Nicaragua to develop tourism programs highlighting the specific history and culture of the region.
Jonathan holds a B.S. in Applied Mathematics and a B.A. in Classics from the University of Rochester. He spent a semester abroad in Italy, where he studied ancient civilizations, culture, and language.
Carlyn Chase
Director of Investment Operations
As the Director of Investment Operations, Carlyn is involved in the upstream and downstream legal operations of GP's funds.
She is responsible for monitoring GP's compliance with our contractual obligations, and for coordinating the documentation and closing of loan transactions, primarily in East Africa. Carlyn joined GP in 2009 and through her time at the organization, she has gained a strong understanding of the impact of GP's model. Study abroad experiences in Ghana, Guatemala and Spain initially inspired her to work for an organization like GP, which empowers individuals and families living in poverty. Carlyn holds a B.A. in international studies with concentrations in business and Spanish from Elon University.
Paola Centeno Duque
Research & Impact Officer
Paola is responsible for GP's impact-first screening and analysis of potential partners in Latin America and the Caribbean, impact data monitoring of current portfolio partners and conducting strategic analysis and partner and market research.
Prior to joining GP, Paola | 822 |
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As an entrepreneur, you might think about how the impacts of computerized media on society can produce such caution in one field while encouraging gratefulness in another. It proposes that you can isolate the expert propensities of an individual from the entirely close to home ones.
Furthermore, it incites a sensible inquiry: Is it conceivable to isolate the impact of advanced media on a business from what it can improve the situation a business? It very well may be, in case you're willing to filter through the heaps. At that point, both the positive and negative effects of advanced media on business ought to be less demanding to observe.
In your existence, as an entrepreneur, you may lean all the more vigorously on the second piece of that definition, or "the advancement of items or brands by means of at least one types of electronic media," as the Business Dictionary says.
Put another way, it's a matter of gauging the positive and negative effect of computerized media on business, as well.
Musings of your conventional promoting endeavors might twirl through your head. This is likely unavoidable, particularly on the off chance that you've officially shaped an effective merger of customary and computerized advertising strategies.
Digital media can give a business unlimited reach. There's a valid justification advanced media is known as "the extraordinary equalizer"; who's to know whether that energetic website with the provocative pictures and convincing content exudes from a two-man activity or a 2,000-man task?
Digital media can be a cash saver – in any event on the off chance that you trust that you need to spend a minimal expenditure to set aside some cash. Contrasted and what you may have been spending on customary promoting techniques, even pay-for-click advertisements (also called paid inquiry) are moderately reasonable.
Then, movement from natural scans can stream your way for nothing, however, you should make a "sweat value" interest in content to get results. The equivalent is valid for email battles, site design improvement (SEO) and web-based life. For businesses confronting lean monetary occasions – and what business doesn't? – an incorporated computerized media methodology can accomplish more than set aside some cash; it can spare a business that is battling to survive.
Digital media can charm a business with its clients. Proprietors of physical stores may contend that building client connections through unrivaled administration is an idea as old as time itself. They have a point.
Yet, there is no uncertainty that inbound showcasing manages an entrepreneur numerous approaches to parade that benefit – in particular, through sites, contextual investigations, digital books, recordings, and webinars. Building connections through these channels can impart client reliability and fuel informal. The quintessence of showcasing hasn't changed, yet computerized promoting has duplicated the channels exponentially.
Digital media can convey quick outcomes and deals. It should. Individuals need data quick. They'll once in a while look past the second page of a natural pursuit. They'll discard a website that takes in excess of a couple of moments to stack.
Furthermore, to an ever-increasing extent, they're looking while they're in a hurry, producing a computerized space known as mobile promoting. Notwithstanding speaking to buyers' requirement for speed, advanced media can convey quick deals returns.
On the off chance that you've become used to your showcasing group comparing a promoting strategy to a "seed" – as in planting a seed – computerized media can enable a business to procure a fast and abundant gather.
Digital promoting enables a business to react to clients and make any changes rapidly. It's an undeniable branch to the innate expediency of advanced media; an entrepreneur can check an issue from developing in any way and react in a similarly expedient way to questions, fuss, grumblings, rages and claim dangers.
In the meantime, a complimentary tale or convincing client example of overcoming adversity can be utilized as the foundation of a momentary showcasing effort. From an argumentative third-party perspective, computerized media should everything except wipe out the "I wish I knew" pardon from a business proprietor's collection.
Shoppers have shown that they're glad to share their experiences through inbound advertising, email and internet-based life specifically. What's more, a business proprietor who includes standard online consumer loyalty studies to the blend ought to stay "aware of everything." thusly, as well, computerized media holds the capability of accomplishing more than protecting a business from destroying; it can spare it from this destiny, as well.
Digital media can clear up a business in "media weakness." Consumers are assaulted with a huge number of messages multi-day – an outcome that is to a great extent their own doing. They could, all things considered, basically put down or stop their smartphones. In any case, this implies they are adding all the more perceiving about what they do set aside the opportunity to peruse and what they decide to ignore.
Digital media can be a period deplete on a business. Social Media Today reports that in excess of 60 percent of advertisers put in somewhere around six hours every day on advanced promoting. This is the time you will be unable to allot, driving some extreme decisions. Regardless of whether you forego paid advanced advertisements, the perspiration value venture can be unwavering and impressive.
Digital media can regress into a harm control activity. This is the most harmful grumbling of entrepreneurs, who become justifiably puzzled by the tricksters, spammers, trolls and "commentators" whose sole reason is by all accounts blending up inconvenience.
"Becoming a web sensation" was normally viewed as something worth being thankful for businesses five years back. It can strike fear in the hearts of entrepreneurs today.
Digital media can open a business to copycats. Since computerized showcasing efforts are so "out there," it likewise makes them simple to recreate and even duplicate – directly down to a similar offer with comparative wording against a recognizable foundation shot.
Numerous expert journalists have disassembled their web-based composition portfolios to ruin counterfeiter. Entrepreneurs don't have this extravagance and must stay cautious about showcasing mooches.This last negative can breed an unconventional sentiment of helplessness and loss of control in some entrepreneurs. | , in young people, this reliance is being connected to contrary self-perception, higher secondary school dropout rates, and much higher suicide rates.
In any case, now investigate here, at this similarly transcending heap of research. It says that social media management services is the best thing to happen to businesses since the production of the website.
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Whenever I travel, I always try to squeeze in some time to visit our customers and check on our oysters. We move thousands of o<|fim_middle|> awesome oysters (some that come from us!), Greenpoint is definitely worth the trip. Really cool space with awesome staff. | ysters a day and ship them to our distributors all across the country, so it can be difficult to track down where our oysters go. It's always a pleasant surprise to find our oysters when dining out.
In New York City, we ship to a few restaurants and markets including Greenpoint Fish & Lobster. They've been open for less than a year, but have been generating a ton of buzz lately for being the only local fish market in the Greenpoint/Brooklyn area. They also have a reputation for serving delicious seafood, like our oysters!
I met up with Vinny Saturday afternoon at the shop. He gave me the grand tour of the place and a behind-the-scenes walk to pick up more bagels from The Meat Hook. We chatted about the market, his previous career (he was a lawyer in the music industry), and his seafood family in Boston. The Boston seafood industry is a small world -- Vinny has known Ben and Dan since they were operating Pangea from a single 10' x 20' cooler.
After the tour, we got down to business to do some quality checks. Pangea oysters on the menu that day were Pemaquids, Irish Points, and Paradise Coves. I also tried the Chatham from MA and the Wild Goose from RI. Of the 5, the Pemaquid was my favorite. Cup, meat fill, and flavor were all on point. Wild Goose and Paradise were close seconds. Vinny also had Martha's Vineyards in the display for people to buy and shuck at home!
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Rodent Guys gopher control service protects your Fountain Valley home from the vast damage caused from gophers and moles. Rodent Guys residential treatment for gophers has no poisons and is safe for kids, pets and other wildlife. Our approach for gopher control with the best guarantee of any company we are aware of for Fountain Valley.
Our normal approach for gopher eradication for Fountain Valley, CA residential and commercial gopher removal is dual process of traps and carbon monoxide. We do not use the usual poisonous bait which is strychnine or gopher poison similar to rat poison. We have concluded their effectiveness is low and the danger to your Fountain Valley pets and other wildlife along with predatory birds is great.
Based on this our gopher eradication starts out by setting traps in the gopher tunnels nearby the recent gopher evidence on your Fountain Valley location. Most traps are placed down into the gopher's tunnel using irrigation flags marking their locations. Rodent Guys normally will allow the traps sit for one to seven days depending on schedule, weather and the technician's recommendation.
When Rodent Guys come to pick-up the traps the dead gophers will be pulled out of the tunnels which is the first phase of our gopher eradication in Fountain Valley. After the trapping we will use our carbon monoxide machines to inject carbon monoxide gas into the gopher burrow eliminating any more gophers in the burrow including the babies in the nest. Using two types of methods such as these gives great gopher control allowing Rodent Guys to give the best guarantee for gopher eradication in Fountain Valley, CA.
There are many poison baits are manufactured for controlling gophers but few of them have good effeciency. This includes the commercial version of gopher poison available to us, a licensed pest control company, is limited in its effectiveness. Strychnine is reported to be only fifty to sixty percent effective as a standalone technique of gopher control. Our experience with these poisons is a bit higher but not up to our standards.
Besides gopher poison not having good control for gopher eradication in Fountain Valley it is also very lethal to pets and wildlife not to mention children. Sometimes gophers will eject poison from their burrows if they don't intend to eat it (this is common). When the gopher bait is pushed above ground it is now in reach for anyone (children, dogs, cats and other animals) to eat the deadly poison. Strychnine has no antidote and kills in around 30 minutes.
Another way for exposure to the poison is if a dog digs down n the burrow going after the gopher and consumes the bait. Don<|fim_middle|> pet safe. No doubt about when you pull out a gopher that you have solved the issue.
We know people want their gopher infestation fixed right away in Fountain Valley. Since we follow our trapping up with a carbon monoxide treatment we have now used a totally different method utilizing a different technology to help ensure the best chances of full gopher eradication.
The carbon monoxide fills the gopher burrow system with an unbreathable environment which only requires them to breath as a method of control. The entire system which is connected by tunneling is filled with this lethal gas in around thirty seconds and will eliminate gophers within the tunnels including babies in the burrow. Once the machines are turned off the gas quickly dissipates from the gopher tunnels. People and pets above ground are unaffected by the exhaust down in the tunnel. Our machines are registered and approved by EPA and State of California regulations for everyone's safety and legal in Fountain Valley for burrowing animals.
Rodent Guys has the longest guarantee of anyone we have seen. Our standard guarantee is 60 days. This means during your guarantee period if you see any activity you can call us out with no charge to your address and we will re-treat the area.
We offer routine maintenance for residential and commercial properties. This is usaully done monthly consisting of Rodent Guys coming to your home one-time per month walking the entire area and treating the gopher activity.
If gopher activity is seen in between treatments we can be called out to take care of it so you don't have to wait until your next visit. This minimizes the damage they do and keeps your property at its best. We will either do an extra visit or perform the next service early depending how close your next visit is scheduled. | 't let companies fool you, the main tunnels are not several feet down. The tunnels on your Fountain Valley property are two to eight inches down and easy to dig since the tunneling removed a lot of the ground previously.
The last common way for your pet or wildlife to get poisoned by gopher bait is by eating a dead or dying gopher that ate the bait. The lethal bait is still in the gopher's stomach and when your dog eats the gopher it is also eating the gopher bait. If you own dogs it is strongly recommended to not use gopher poiosn and do not allow a pest control company serving Fountain Valley try to tell you it is safe – its not.
We have played with many ways for gopher extermination for our customers over the years. The main reasons to use trapping as a primary method of gopher pest removal is it works extremely well and is | 180 |
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From world-famous music festivals like the Coachella Music and<|fim_middle|>ward, you'll venture deeper into an exclusive part of the fault line and visit a recreated Cahuilla Indian village. Your tour guide will explain how the native people survived in the desert without the modern luxuries of air conditioning and swimming pools.
The next part of the tour is the heart of the fault line. You'll drive through narrow slot canyons formed by millions of years of pressure causing the ground to jet upward. These tall, striated rocks create an almost-eerie quiet, and it's hard not to wonder at the power of nature while surrounded by the canyon and wrapped in its silence.
The Desert Adventures tour takes you through slot canyons in the fault — Photo courtesy of KateEditor
You'll also have a chance to climb up a narrow slot canyon. The sandstone walls of these deep canyons have been polished and smoothed from the force of rushing water over millions of years.
While you probably won't feel an earthquake during your tour, you will walk away with a deeper understanding for both the fault line and the early history of the area.
Desert Adventures often offers tour packages that include lunch, a convenient way to end your San Andreas Fault tour. If you don't opt for a meal package, you can always enjoy lunch at one of Palm Springs' best restaurants after your tour.
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Desert Adventures offers guided tours into the San Andreas Fault, which is said to be long overdue for "the big one"
March 29, 2013 // By Marissa Willman
By Marissa Willman
It's not unheard of for the ground to start shaking in Palm Springs.
A natural palm oasis at the San Andreas Fault — Photo courtesy of heystax
It's not from the crowds at the Coachella Music and Arts Festival or the planes landing at Palm Springs International Airport. Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley actually sit on an intricate system of fault lines, the largest of which is the San Andreas Fault. This transform fault is the result of the Pacific and North American tectonic plates sliding past each other, creating mountains, canyons and, at times, earthquakes.
For locals, a little shaking is business as usual, but for tourists who are used to the ground staying still, a small earthquake can rattle you to your core.
To give you an up-close and personal look at this natural wonder, Desert Adventures offers jeep tours deep into the canyons of the San Andreas Fault. And yes, it's completely safe.
A directional sign at the San Andreas fault line — Photo courtesy of Marco Combs
Known for their red jeeps, Desert Adventures offers a San Andreas Fault Eco-Tour that gives tourists a glimpse into the fault line, the desert's ecosystem and the history of the native Cahuilla people. Book an early morning tour to beat the heat.
The tour guides are nature enthusiasts with vast knowledge of the local geology and history. Tours typically start with a visit to a natural desert oasis, where you'll see a pool of pristine water that's bubbled up from the natural aquifers under the desert floor. These aquifers are what nourish the palm oases you sometimes see on nature trails and hikes throughout the desert.
A natural pond at the San Andreas fault line — Photo courtesy of Marco Combs
Speaking of nature trails and hiking, you'll have a chance to walk through fairly flat, easy-to-navigate trails while on the tour, including the short hike to the palm oasis. After | 486 |
Genetic Enhancement of Rabi Sor<|fim_middle|>otic stresses, unlike the rainy sorghums that are grown widely in the world. However, they must be more resilient to rapid changes in climate, for example. The variability from winter sorghums is being introgressed into rainy sorghums.
With the yield plateaus reached and sorghum gaining importance as a food crop, this book will be of importance to those studying durras and their breeding.
Liquid Soapmaking: Tips, Techniques And Recipes For Creating All Manner Of Liquid And Soft Soap Naturally! | ghum – Adapting the Indian Durras presents both the historical background and the recent research done in breeding this important world crop for more global production. Its chapters cover topics in origin and taxonomy, morphology and breeding behavior, genetics, and cytogenetics, also looking at production, nutrition, and alternate uses.
The durra race is Ethiopian in origin and its introgression with wild forms permitted adaptation to drier conditions. These have migrated and adapted to the currently known crop that is cultivated in the winter season and commonly called rabi sorghums.
Grown under receding soil moisture conditions, rabi sorghums have tolerance to abiotic stresses apart from bi | 135 |
You may have just learned that your child is lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. However, your child has probably been on this journey for months or years. The following stages are one way of understanding their journey.
Stage 1 – Self Discovery as Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, or Transgender
Becoming aware of same-sex attraction or a different personal gender identity often causes emotional conflict. This may include worry about being non-heterosexual, confusion, anxiety, and denial of feelings. This internal conflict often leads to attempts to behave as heterosexual (i.e. "passing"). Sometimes individuals attempt to "overcome" their sexuality or gender identity, particularly if they fear being condemned by their faith. LGBTQ people are usually "in the closet" at this stage, which refers to keeping their identity to themselves. The same is true for transgender individuals before they begin to disclose to others. However, many seek out information online or through reading or friends. This stage may be deeply, privately maintained until the individual is more independent as is seen in the large number of LGBTQ individuals who come out during college and young adulthood.
Stage 2 – Disclosure to Others
Disclosure is an ongoing process. The first step in this stage is sharing one's self identity with a close friend or family member. Rejection may cause a return to Stage 1, in which sexual orientation or gender identity is kept private. However, a positive response from others can lead to higher self-esteem and greater self-acceptance. In particular, the way parents respond when children come out will deeply shape the rest of their lives. Disclosure may extend to more people over time.
Stage 3 – Socialization with Other Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender People
As a transgender individual begins to find and connect with others who identify as LGBTQ, feelings of isolation<|fim_middle|> in self-acceptance and in fostering emotional, physical, and spiritual health. For LGBTQ people, coming out helps end the pain of secrecy and isolation.
Adapted from The Stages of Coming Out, by Richard Niolon, Ph.D. Additional content contributed by Parents Reconciling Network.
"Shame needs three things to grow...secrecy, silence and judgement."
Researcher Brene Brown
Listening to Shame, TEDTalk (March 2012)
"There are so many people who are living in homes where they can't say out loud who are."
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Continue to Myths That Stigmatize LGBTQ | and estrangement diminish. Though a lesbian, gay or bisexual acquaintance may not be transgender, there are often shared feelings and struggles they share. A positive sense of self is strengthened by validation, education, support and acceptance by a community of others who have shared experiences. Positive LGBTQ role models are particularly important during this stage.
Stage 4 – Positive Self-Identification
The hallmark of this stage is feeling good about one's self, seeking positive relationships, and experiencing a sense of peace and fulfillment. At this point, an LGBTQ person begins to realize that same-sex attraction and relationships are a normal and healthy expression of human love. Transgender individuals find that living as the gender with which they identify feels honest and true.
Stage 5 – Integration and Acceptance
This stage involves an openness and non-defensiveness about sexual orientation or gender identity. Integration of this aspect of a person's identity may manifest itself in different ways. Some may choose to openly proclaim their sexuality or gender change to others as a way of ending the invisibility of being gay or transgender. Others may be quietly open, not announcing yet not hiding their sexual orientation or gender identity, and being available to support others. Affirming relationships, family, friends, and communities of faith greatly impact an individual's ability to be fully integrated and self-accepting.
Stage 6 – A Lifelong Journey
Coming out as LGBTQ does not happen just once. It is a lifelong process of discovering, accepting, and sharing one's sexual orientation or gender identity with others. In our society, we usually assume that everyone is heterosexual and lives in their birth gender. LGBTQ people must continually decide under what circumstances and to whom they will disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity. Coming out is an important step | 352 |
WASHINGTON - How the heart handles anger seems to predict who's at risk for a life-threatening irregular heartbeat. Negative emotions like hostility and depression have long been considered risks for developing heart disease, and deaths from cardiac arrest rise after disasters such as earthquakes.
But research released Monday goes a step farther, uncovering a telltale pattern in the EKGs of certain heart patients when they merely recall a maddening event _ an anger spike that foretold bad news.
In already vulnerable people, "anger causes electrical changes in the heart," said Dr. Rachel Lampert, a Yale University cardiologist who led the work. When that happens even in the doctor's office, "that means they're more likely to have arrhythmias when they go out in real life."
At issue is cardiac arrest, when the heart's electrical system goes haywire and heartbeat abruptly stops. Survival requires a fast electrical shock from a device called a defibrillator.
To track anger's effect, Lampert gave EKGs to 62 patients who had defibrillators implanted in their chests because of preexisting heart disease. When they recounted something that had made them angry, some patients experienced beat-to-beat EKG alterations that were similar to irregular heartbeat-predicting alterations that doctors can spot during treadmill testing.
In other words, the emotional stress was producing a red flag like physical stress can. But it did so without causing the jump in heart rate that exercise does, suggesting anger's Adren<|fim_middle|>aging. "But we haven't been able to explain why that happens," said Goldberg, a cardiologist at New York University School of Medicine. "This is a step in the right direction."
The question of the still-healthy aside, this is a small study and researchers must test the anger spike's predictive ability in many more heart patients to be sure of its value.
But if it pans out, the finding could affect a huge population: About 100,000 defibrillators are implanted each year in people at risk of irregular heartbeats because of damage from a survived heart attack, genetic disorders and other conditions. Scientists are searching for ways to tell which patients most need the implants, and the anger spike may offer help. | alin rush may act directly on heart cells.
The result: People whose EKGs showed a big anger spike were 10 times more likely to have their defibrillators fire a lifesaving shock in the next three years than similarly ill patients whose hearts didn't react to anger, Lampert reported in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
Next she's studying whether anger-reducing techniques might help those high-risk patients avoid irregular heartbeats.
Don't race out for an EKG. Nobody knows if anger has a similar electrical effect in people whose hearts aren't already diseased.
But that question should be studied, said Dr. Nieca Goldberg, a spokeswoman for the American Heart Association who wasn't involved with the research.
There's a clear connection between the heart and the head, that chronic negative emotions are somehow heart-dam | 172 |
I don't have a personal opinion on Brad or Angelina as I am not really a fan of either. I do however have an affinity for anyone that adopts children I think it is one of the most selfless acts a person can do.
Uranus rearranges whatever it touches, it shakes things up, breaks things up, awakens us and brings sudden abrupt changes.
It isnt always mentioned but when Uranus transits the 10th house -as is the case with Angelina you see a change in marital status. the 10th house rules your reputation and how you are publicly seen so clearly marriage and divorce change this.
<|fim_middle|> we take a look at the Composite chart this is the energy of two people coming together; what do they create. Everyone is different with different people and the composite chart shows how you function together as unit.
Uranus here is prominent it is opposite the composite Venus and here we have those themes of divorce and separation. Also Jupiter is about to enter the 1st house this transit is one known to seek freedom (interestingly enough they first got together when Jupiter entered the composite 1st house their relationship lasted one full Jupiter cycle) and this last eclipse hit there Composite Sun head on. The Composite Sun is the life force of the couple, the identity a full moon eclipse often signify endings, completion and the end of an era.
Progressed Moon in the 6th House Who the hell am I? | When a couple has Venus signs in the same mode (Cardinal, Fixed, Mutable) they will be challenged at the same time. It can be very difficult because one person cant be the voice of reason when 2 people are both itching to sever ties.
Brad Pitt also has Saturn sitting on the Ascendant, the 1st house cusp. When Saturn leaves the 12th house and crosses into the 1st it is a time to get serious about what we want. The 1st house is YOU, its the first house, it rules our first breath, its the start of the chart. When a planet transits there we are asked to consider; what do I want? You also have to think in terms of polarities what happens in the 1st also influences the 7th-which is the house of marriage.
It is reported that Brad had an "affair" let it be noted that my astrology instructor said you can cheat when a planet is in the 12th house after all the 12th house is the closet, it holds our secrets but once a planet crosses into the 1st your secrets will be revealed. The 12th house -no one sees not even you-it holds our self undoing but the 1st house everyone sees.
Brad Pitt also has Uranus squaring his Moon- the moon rules the women in your life, it also rules your home where you live . Most recently Johnny Depp had this transit we all see how that turned out.
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I started with Lake County Appeal several years ago. The first year they were successful and finally got my assessed valuation to be closer to reality and saved me a great deal. I have used them every year to help assure the assessment was fair. With the quadrennial assessment changed last year, I hardly recognized my property, since it was valued much too high for the market. While the initial appeal was denied, Lake County Appeal was successful in getting a reduction. Very much worth the reasonable fee.
I highly recommend Ron Kingsley and the Lake County Tax Appeal team for their skills and abilities in challenging property tax assessments. Ron was able to reduce the property tax assessment on my organization's<|fim_middle|>, all of whom utilize a plethora of resources, including a proprietary database.
Our property tax appeal team knows Lake County and Chicago as a whole. We have deep-rooted experience that spans across neighborhoods, schools and townships. Our strong relationships with county representatives and years working alongside the most stringent decision makers positions us ahead of the curve.
We will not file a property tax appeal solely based on a computerized algorithm. Rather, we will do so only with the oversight and knowledge of a trained real estate professional and tax attorney. | land in Lake County by almost 90%!! The appeal will save my organization thousands of dollars this year and every year going forward. Ron provides great personal service and keeps you advised every step of the way. The contingency fee structure is very fair and allows you to pursue a challenge with minimal out-of-pocket costs. I would highly recommend that you consider Lake County Appeal for your personal or commercial property tax challenges -- you will be glad you did!
Ron did a great job representing us with our Real Estate Tax appeal. He successfully got our assessment reduced $25,000, which will save us about $3500 per year. It was a simple and painless process with Ron pretty much doing all the legwork. For those that don't like overpaying their taxes, I highly recommend Ron!
Had a great experience with Lake County Appeal! They were able to get my property tax bill lowered by about 20% and were incredibly friendly and kept me informed the entire time. Would DEFINITELY use them again, and I would recommend them to anyone!
Lake County Appeal helped save me $1,500 off my tax bill after a successful appeal. I am thrilled with their service and follow up and would recommend them to anyone who feels their tax assessment is too high. Highly recommend them.
The taxes on my house were extremely high, and kept increasing every year. I started working with Lake County Appeal, and they were able to reduce them by several thousand dollars every year. They are very easy to work with, and definitely get results! I definitely recommend them!
Outstanding organization. I have enjoyed great success over the years with lowered assessments. The price is right as well. Do yourself a favor and give them a try - you won't be disappointed.
I am extremely pleased with my experience using the Lake County Tax Appeal team. They are 2 for 2 on lowering my personal property's assessed value to bring it in line with reality. The process was extremely quick and easy and did not involve any of my time for follow up. Through this process LCA saved me a couple thousand dollars. I looked up their fee structure and it is very fair compared with other companies. I recommend LCA as I have had only good experiences to date.
Hon. R.E.Kingsley Esq. Has been completely responsive to our queries concerning my property tax issues. A very nominal fee buys you access to excellent lawyers, you can't go wrong!
Lake County Appeals did a fantastic job in successfully appealing my property taxes! They were communicative, responsive, thorough, and fully upfront and transparent about their fees. I will be recommending them to everyone I know who wants to dispute their property taxes.
Ron from LCA is amazing. He knocked off over $400 from my tax bill in the very first year I moved in. The customer service is very friendly and helpful. Anytime I called they educated me on various factors that affect tax assessment and explained me how the process works. They will tell you if you have a case for lowering taxes or not and proceed with the appeal if there is one (in which case they would normally make a successful appeal). I'd highly recommend them to anyone.
Great service! Definitely would recommend to friends and family. We will definitely be using them again. Their site is very user friendly and easy to use!
I have used Lake County Appeal several times and always had a good experience. This past year we appealed and Lake County Appeal got our property taxes reduced by over $2,000. As a realtor broker I often recommend Lake County Appeal to my clients. Great Service!
Ron is a phenomenal resource and so willing to help. Couldn't recommend his services more.
I am so glad that I have used this service. I got a solid reduction of 10% on my tax that roughly translates to more than one year early repayment of a 30 year loan. That too with no effort and upfront free from my side. I can say there is free lunch.
As a property tax attorney with over 25 years of experience in commercial, industrial and large multi-family properties, I trust my own personal residential appeal to Ron Kingsley and his team at Lake County Appeal. I've known them for years, and they are conscientious and competent.
We tried to get our property taxes reduced to our purchase price but the assessor would only reduce it slightly so we decided to go ahead and hire Lake County Appeals and we just got notice that Ron was able to get our taxes assessed based on our purchase price saving us thousands of dollars. We highly recommend him. He was extremely easy to work with and took our case at the last minute. We are very grateful for his help and will definetly use him in the future.
As an attorney I thought that I could handle my own tax appeal several years ago. I was wrong and was denied any relief. I hired Lake County appeal this year and was granted a significant property tax decrease. I'm very pleased with their services.
Great experience. Was kept in loop throughout the process and Received timely updates and responses. Job well done!
I have used LCA for a few years now and they always deliver! My savings have increased year after year and I am in a well assessed neighborhood. Trust this company and they will deliver. I am so pleased with their customer service and the easy to use website. This is the only company I'd use to appeal my property taxes. Thank you!
I've used Lake County appeal now for numerous tax appeals. They've always done great work, and also told me upfront if they thought that my property was fairly assessed. I'd prefer to get that honest opinion upfront as opposed to being led down a path of expecting a tax reduction only to find that the Board denies the appeal. The rules are not as simple as they may seem - but they have taken the time to explain to me why they thought my appeal either had merit or did not. Highly recommended!
Hi, we are first time home owner and not aware of many real estate challenges and the property tax was one of the challenges. Once we started paying EMI, we felt the pain of higher Escrow and started thinking of reducing the impact. When we googled, we saw some recommendations and one was Appealing process. Since we were totally new, we were hesitant to do this. But based further google, and the excellent review feedback of Lake Count Appeal team, we thought of give a try. We were really impressed the simplicity of process and initial wetting process gave confident and openness on setting the expectations was excellent. We have just produced few documents during initial submission, that's it and after that We got a mail notification on appealing and after few months got the verdict of the appeal. We were really surprised the way this team was handled my case and delivered the result. It was completely a peaceful and excellent win for us. Based on my experience with Lake County Appeal, I would definitely recommend this team for any of the neediest. Keep it up the excellent service!!!!!
Been working with them for years. Always professional, always helpful and full of advice. Commercial or residential they will get it done for you. I highly recommend working with Lake County appeal!
O n the recommendation of our realtor, we signed up with Lake County Appeal to help us reduce the taxes on our house. We are delighted that we took her advice as the results we got from the appeal filed on our behalf by Lake County Appeal exceeded our expectations. The assessment on our house was reduced by 18% resulting in a tax reduction of about $3500. The process was simple and any questions or requests we had were answered promptly and thoroughly. We are very happy with the service and results we got from Lake County Appeal. We recommend them highly and unequivocally.
As an out of state investor, it's challenging to find a firm you can trust. I've been working with Lake County Appeal for several years. They are very professional, super responsive, fair and honest. Highly recommend to anyone looking to save money on high property taxes!
We didn't give up, and our taxes were lowered this year! I love the analogy of going to the doctor every year for a physical. Sometimes they find something; sometimes they don't. You won't know until you get it checked out if something is wrong. We file every year with LCA. Every time I call the office to speak to someone to ask a question or get clarification, I was spoken to with respect and enthusiasm. We will continue to fight with LCA. Thank you!
My thanks to Ron Kingsley of Lake County Appeal. He successfully handled my property tax appeal on my 2018 assessment. He was thorough and diligent and kept me continually appraised of his progress. WELL DONE!
So easy to work with and super helpful! Saved me a lot of money with no work on me- recommend to anyone looking to save money!
As a contractor and a realtor I can see that one of the biggest problems in every family budget are the property tax. For this reason when I bought my house in Grayslake I knew from the start that my property is overasseset. In my attempt to find justice I contacted Lake County Appeal and I don't regret. For a small fee they reviewed my case and they were able to lower the amount that I have to pay. They are working on a comision base on the amount that are able to save for you. I consider this a very fair approach. For all this reasons I highly recommend Lake County Appeal to everyone. You should give them a chance work for you.
Thanks Ron and Jill for a job well done! The Libertyville Township is out of control with the assessments. Besides the automatic quadrennial raise in assessments every 4 years, they also have been able to raise the assessments in off years with a county multiplier in the range of 3-5%. The Assessors office has the opportunity to correct this, but won't. Rather than complain, you need to protest!
I highly recommend Lake County Appeal. The process could not have been easier and I recently found out that they were able to reduced my taxes by much more than any other tax attorney has in the past. Ron is always a pleasure to work with.
Thank you Lake County Appeal. They successfully handled my property tax appeal on my 2018 assessment. They were diligent and pleasant to work with. THANK YOU!
Amazing team, very friendly, prompt response and got great results!! Ron and Jill are the best in Lake County! Being in Real Estate, I thought it was not possible to decrease the absurb high tax rates in Lake County. The Lake County Appeal team proved it IS possible and did accomplish by significantly reducing the property taxes!!
Process is very simple, and they are very effective. You really just pay a fraction of what they save you, so there's no downside. If they don't win, you pay nothing. They do a great job of keeping you informed of the process. Highly recommended!
Awesome to deal with. Very knowledgeable. Very professional. Great customer service. Kept us well informed. Direct communication. Used their service twice at two different homes with fantastic results. Highly recommend.
Ron was amazing to work with. He made the appeal process very easy and saved us quite a bit of money on our taxes! I would highly recommend Lake County Appeal to anyone looking to have their property taxes lowered!
Great deal of getting some relief in lowering taxes. The way of using their communication and notification methods are super. I am so glad that I didn't held on the phone to get the status of the appeal. I recommend.
I have been working with Lake County tax Appeal the last 2 years. They've been successful in reducing my tax bill considerably. My monthly paymen has been reduced by over $300/month! They are continuing to fight as my property is still inappropriately assessed. Lake County Tax Appeal is great to work with--- respond immediately to any correspondence, keep me informed and are successful in reducing my real estate taxes. Highly recommend them to anyone looking to reduce their real estate taxes. Giving 4 stars instead of 5 only because I feel my taxes are still inappropriately assessed and am still waiting to get them down further.
Who is Lake County Appeal?
Why Lake County Appeal for my property tax appeal?
How can LCA help lower your property taxes with property tax appeal?
Your taxes are determined by three factors: tax rate, state multiplier and property tax assessment. Our goal is to lower your property tax assessment in order to bring down your property tax.
Who should apply for an assessment review for appealing their property tax?
Anyone who owns property should make sure that their property is properly assessed. Otherwise, they may be paying too much property tax.
Once you're signed up with LCA, if we find that your property is unfairly assessed, we will file the appeal automatically. We will handle everything for you, from beginning to end. You can just sit back and relax while we keep you up-to-date on the whole process.
How much does LCA charge?
For residential property, the initial review fee is $65.00 If we find that your property is unfairly assessed, we will file an appeal, free of charge. If the property tax appeal is successful, we charge 37.5% of the tax saving for the year of the appeal.
How do you determine my savings?
We determine your tax savings by taking your original assessment and subtracting your lowered assessment, after our successful property tax appeal, and then multiplying the difference by the tax rate set forth on your property tax bill.
At Lake County Appeal, we possess the knowledge capital to win even the most challenging property tax appeals. Our tax appeal firm is comprised of local and experienced real estate analysts, brokers and legal advisors | 2,819 |
Re<|fim_middle|> Journal copyright 2004, available online behind a wall but free with institutional access from Taylor and Francis Online at address below. | inders, H., Hacker, P. & Lewis, M. (2004) The language advisor's role : identifying and responding to needs. Language Learning Journal 30: 30-35. NOTE: This is research undertaken prior to the author being affiliated with the Unitec Institute of Technology.
Tertiary institutions increasingly offer language advisory sessions for second language students and staff. Advisors help students to identify language and learning needs, they recommend resources and strategies, and they provide feedback and encouragement. Especially in the first few sessions, identifying and prioritising needs is arguably among the most important goals, but there are few guidelines for advisors on how to elicit information from students or how to respond to learners' self-reported needs. In fact, little is known about the processes through which advisors and students come to an agreed set of needs and solutions. This article reports a two-stage professional development project between an adviser and two other researchers. At the first stage the adviser recorded three initial sessions with one student. This was followed by a transcription and analysis of the sessions and discussion with the other two researchers. One of the main outcomes was that the advisor felt she had to be more directive. The second stage involved a session with a different student. Here the adviser's aim was to be more specific and guiding, while encouraging the student to initiate topics and ideas. The findings from the two stages are analysed and compared.
This is a preprint of an article submitted for consideration in the Language Learning | 301 |
<|fim_middle|> represent women. | I travelled through the US shooting portfolio work in mid-2016, and returned with the reinvigorated sense of purpose which informs this new body of work. I was inspired by the athletes I worked with and the adventurous people I met. My own call to adventure was reignited too. Integrating the simplicity and free spirit of that trip into my everyday life became an important part of my creative process. My sense of daily adventure became a reality in the form of a brown van named Coco, that I reimagined as my own studio apartment. Since the conversion, it has become both my primary home and my transport to capturing adventure.
My current personal work focuses on sharing stories of fearless women in sport and the outdoors who are doing wondrous things within their communities.
My intention is to inspire more women to participate in sport and the outdoors.
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Hendrick's Gin has launched a summer marketing campaign which aims to reach almost 40 million people across the UK.
It is the premium gin brand's biggest omni-channel campaign to date, with a £2.5m media investment.
The campaign will centre around a short animated film, created by Quaker City Mercantile, which encourages gin drinkers to 'escape the conventional and embrace the delectable'. Similarly to its Christmas 2020 campaign, the film has been created in a Victorian surrealist style.
The advert will be aired on TV through to the end of August across sporting events, films and dramas. Hendrick's has also commissioned poet Nikita Gill to write a bespoke poem for the campaign, which will air as the brand's first Spotify advert.
These media ads will be supported by out-of-home creatives, including a 'takeover' of bus shelters in July in six UK cities (London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Liverpool, Cardiff and Brighton) and Hendrick's Cucumber Lemonade Garden pop-ups in venues around the country, in-store displays, and social media content.
Ifan Jenkins, UK marketing director at William Grant & Sons, said: "For some, the pandemic will have shackled our curiosity and resigned us to smaller, more conventional lives, confined to our kitchens and gardens. While we found new ways to delight in the familiar, we dreamt of bigger adventures and eagerly awaited the days where we would safely come out of hibernation.
"With the world starting to open up again, there has never been a better time for Hendrick's to encourage and reward our curiosity. We want to remind people of the wonders of a curious life, helping them break from the conventional and embrace the delectable."
22 June 2021 - Bethany Whymark
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Hurricane Information: Katrina and Rita
"Hurricane Katrina evacuees: who they are, where they are, and how they are faring" — from the March 2008 Monthly Labor Review
"The effects of Hurricane Katrina on the New Orleans economy" — from the June 2007 Monthly Labor Review
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Post-Hurricane Data
Metropolitan Area Employment and Unemployment
Regional and State Employment and Unemployment
The Employment Situation: October 2006 (TXT) (PDF) — contains final update of data on Hurricane Katrina evacuees
Employment Status Information on Hurricane Katrina Evacuees
Labor Market Statistics for Areas Affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita: September and October 2005 — includes county data
Effects of Hurricane Katrina on BLS Employment and Unemployment Data Collection and Estimation
Effects of Katrina on methodology:
Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages
Mass Layoff Statistics
Local Area Unemployment Statistics
Current Employment Statistics Survey
Current Population Survey
Overview: Hurricane Katrina and Employment Situation Report — a short, non-technical summary
Labor Market Statistics Prior to Disaster for Areas Affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita
Establishments, employment, and total wages, annual average data (2004)
Labor force and unemployment, August 2005
Business establishments in the paths of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita
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Last Modified Date: December 8, 2008 | (PDF)
Hurricane Katrina — a special issue of the Monthly Labor Review (August 2006):
"The labor market impact of Hurricane Katrina: an overview"
"Worker mobility before and after Hurricane Katrina"
"Hurricane Katrina's effects on industry employment and wages"
"The Current Population Survey response to Hurricane Katrina"
"The effect of Hurricane Katrina on employment and unemployment"
"Conducting the Mass Layoff Statistics program: response and findings"
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If you're a comic aficionado, superhero enthusiast, or Lego lover, don't miss 'The Art of the<|fim_middle|> public parking lot at the National Theatre opposite the entrance of the exhibition (own expense). | Brick: DC Super Heroes' during its showing in London. With this admission ticket, you'll have access to artist Nathan Sawaya's exhibition inspired by some of the world's most beloved super heroes and enduring villains. The exhibition features more than two million Lego bricks and takes place on the city's South Bank.
Head to Doon Street Car Park on the South Bank of London for your admission to 'The Art of the Brick: DC Super Heroes' by Nathan Sawaya, an American-based artist known for his extraordinary work with Lego bricks.
As you walk through the purpose-built space, be wowed by more than 120 large-scale exhibits constructed from more than two million bricks, such as a flying Superman and a Batmobile.
Most visitors spend 60 to 90 minutes at the exhibition. There is a place at reception to leave strollers, but you do so at your own risk. A small coffee shop is available (own expense), and there is disabled access. There is a | 202 |
On the occasion of the exhibition Irwin: Retroprincip 1983-<|fim_middle|> Myroslava M. Mudrak, Gregor Podnar, Joanne Richardson, Daniel Spanke, Lilijana Stepancic, Charles Stephens, Borut Vogelnik, Peter Weibel, Igor Zabel and Slavoj Žižek. | 2003 a comprehensive catalogue will be published by Revolver – Archiv für aktuelle Kunst (Frankfurt/Main). Edited by Inke Arns and published in German and English, it documents Irwin's 20 year activity.
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Top Ten Highest-paid Football Players in the World for 2023
Once again, the world of football has been turned upside down. Lionel Messi's status as Barcelona's crown jewel has never been in doubt – until now – in an ever-changing landscape where superstars come and go.
Following an acrimonious exit from his boyhood club in a cash-rich transaction that will have thrown accountants into a tailspin over the previous few weeks, the 34-year-old has rubber-stamped a move to PSG. The beautiful game is a multi-billion-pound industry, with the world's finest football players raking in huge sums with every touch of the ball.
2021 list of the World's Highest-Paid Footballers
1. Lionel Messi (£960,000 )
Many consider Messi to be the best player in history, and he earns the most money in the world to go along with his brilliance. We're still a little squeamish about calling him 'the PSG ace' or 'the former Barcelona guy,' but the Argentinian superstar has gotten a hefty pay raise as a result of his move to PSG.
He was about to sign a deal with Barcelona worth almost £1.1 million per week before taxes, but the Spanish club was unable to finalize the agreement due to La Liga's financial restrictions, forcing him to quit the club where he had spent his entire career. Messi has agreed to a base salary of £25 million per year after taxes. Before taxes, this equates to around £50 million a year.
2. Neymar (£606,000)
Neymar, the face of Brazilian football, boosted his bank account in 2017 by joining PSG from Barcelona for a world-record £200 million.
The French club, which has gathered a roster of superstars in their effort to win the elusive Champions League championship, pays him more than £30 million per year before bonuses. He earns substantially less money from sponsors than the next two men on the list, which could be a symptom of his polarizing personality.
3. Luis Suarez (£575,000)
Suarez, a former Barcelona player, has replaced Griezmann at Atletico Madrid. Suarez was controversially transferred by Barcelona for a modest amount, but he made them pay dearly when he led Atletico Madrid to the La Liga title at the first attempt.
He scored 21 goals in 32 La Liga games to help Atletico win the league and, unlike some of Barcelona's big-name players, he has proven to be worth every penny of his salary. As the 34-year-old approaches the twilight of his career, this is likely to be Suarez's final big payday.
4. Gareth Bale (£500,000 )
Gareth Bale, formerly the most expensive player in football history, was frozen out by Real Madrid and sent back on loan to Tottenham Hotspur for the 2020/21 season, where he is trying to make an impact on Jose Mourinho's side.
Bale was one of Adidas' most well-known players, but with only one year left on his lucrative Bernabeu contract, he is set to drop out of the top ten in the near future.
5. Kylian Mbappe (£410,000 )
Kylian Mbappe is widely projected to take up the mantle of football's preeminent superstar in the years to come, as the leader of the next generation. The 22-year-permanent old's move from Monaco to PSG in 2018 was the second most costly in club history, and he has already scored over 100 goals for the club.
He cemented his place among the world's finest players by scoring four goals in France's 2018 World Cup victory, but he faltered at the postponed Euro 2020, missing a crucial penalty kick that sent France home.
6. Cristiano Ronaldo (£385,000 )
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Robert Lewandowski was rewarded for his ruthlessness in front of the goal by winning the FIFA Men's Player of the Year award in 2020. The 32-year-old attacker is the Bundesliga's all-time top foreign goalscorer and shows no signs of slowing down.
Lewandowski's services cost Bayern Munich a significant portion of their wage bill each season, and he's a social media sensation with 3.9 million TikTok followers.
Tags Top Players | to get you on the rich list. Cristiano Ronaldo may have the most Instagram followers, but one footballer dwarfs him in annual revenue.
With a goal for Juventus against Napoli in the 2021 Italian Super Cup, he became the all-time leading goalscorer in football history, with 760 goals for club and country. He has continued to score despite a high-profile return to Manchester United this summer.
7. Kevin De Bruyne ( £385,000)
De Bruyne just signed a new contract with City, propelling him to the top of the Premier League's salary rankings. He earns more than his teammate Raheem Sterling and new Manchester City player Jack Grealish, who both earn roughly £300,000 per week. The silky Belgian's contract with City was extended until 2025, effectively keeping him in for the rest of his career – a huge comfort for City supporters and Pep Guardiola.
8. David De Gea (£375,000)
The Manchester United goalkeeper is the world's highest-paid goalkeeper, which puts him at ninth place on the list. The majority of David de Gea's annual wages come from his Old Trafford deal, which pays just under £400,000 per week. Following a series of gaffes in the 2019/20 season, the Spaniard's future has been called into doubt, but he has recovered in the face of stiff competition from Manchester United academy graduate Dean Henderson.
9. Antoine Griezmann ( £356,000 per week )
Antoine Griezmann's long-awaited transfer from Atletico Madrid to Barcelona in 2019 was the sixth most expensive transfer in history, but the versatile forward flopped at the Nou Camp and is now on loan at Atletico Madrid.
The Frenchman is said to have taken a 40% pay reduction to return to Atletico in the summer and will be anxious for a long-term deal. He made headlines last year after performing Fortnite's 'Take the L' dance to celebrate a goal in the 2018 World Cup final, and he also founded his own eSports squad.
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Archive | February 2014
Just for Valentines Day, I thought I'd share this article I wrote for the paper this week! Enjoy!
74 years of young love
Couple recounts happy marriage
By NGOVOU GYANG
ngyang@bvibeacon.com
In 1939 William Rhymer was 23, and he considered himself a "charmer" in his<|fim_middle|> God's holy throne."
Several times during the interview, the couple quoted Bible scriptures.
"As I always tell her, 'If I go before you, don't disappoint me,'" Mr. Rhymer said. "'I'm going to be right there, over the bank of the river, waiting to welcome you home.'"
This entry was posted on February 14, 2014, in Uncategorized and tagged Friendship, Happiness., Love, Marriage, Valentine's Day. 6 Comments | Soldier Hill neighbourhood. But despite all his luck with the ladies, only one of them captured his heart: 19-year-old Josephine Nibbs.
So he sent her parents a letter asking for permission to date their daughter.
"That time, the parents were plenty strict with them daughter and so on," Mr. Rhymer said during an interview on Tuesday at the couple's Soldier Hill home. "You had to be careful in them days."
Mr. Rhymer received permission, and after a year of dating the couple married. They have been together ever since.
On Tuesday, as birds chirped and wind blew through their hilltop home, Mr. Rhymer, 97, leaned over and kissed his 94-year-old wife.
After 74 years and 10 children, the couple said, the romance still has not gone out of their marriage.
As they reminisced, they sat on a bed covered in red sheets — the colour they use each year to celebrate Valentine's Day.
"It has given me everything, in Jesus' name," said Ms. Rhymer, who wore a red floral gown and a straw hat that covered her grey hair. "I didn't know what was in [Mr. Rhymer's] mind then, but I was touched and I was happy."
'Plenty shy'
Apart from being beautiful, Ms. Rhymer was different from other girls her age, her husband recalled.
"When I met her, she was plenty shy," he said. "But after I charm her, her head fell right in my arms. I charmed her the best among other men."
Mr. Rhymer had lots of other choices, he added. "At 24, there was a lot of things on my mind. There were six [women] watching me at the time. But she was shy and quiet. I met the right one."
In his eyes, his wife hasn't changed much since then.
"For 74 years, you know, you see she is still shy of me," he said as she giggled, looking away.
"He is still my prince charming," she said.
Their 1940 wedding in Soldier Hill was a community celebration.
"We had a lot of goats and even roast pig," Ms. Rhymer recalled. "It was a big wedding, and they even put up a tent. It was a lot of people."
The celebration continued for about a week, her husband added.
After their marriage, Mr. Rhymer did his best to take care of his wife, he said.
"When I married her, I didn't meet her out there working for nobody, and so I took care of her so that she didn't have to work for nobody," he said. "Things are different now from our days."
The secret to a long marriage is openness, the couple agreed.
"We got married and we've lived a happy life. When two people get married to each other, you don't hide things from each other," he said. "You could see I'm taking care of her still. Even after 74 years, I still have her looking like a teenager."
They also shared all they had with one another.
"Her dollar is mine and mine is hers," he said. "She is in charge of whatever it is that I own. I never carried money to the bank or take money from the bank. The only time I went in there is to sign my name, and that's it. She took charge of everything from there."
While Mr. Rhymer farmed and fished, his wife maintained order in the home.
"I tried my best to raise the kids," she said. "I gave them good training and good education."
The fulltime homemaker attributed the couple's longevity to their diet and lifestyle. "We ate more fish than meat, even though there was a lot of meat then," she said.
Mr. Rhymer agreed: "She used to cook the best fish."
Seventy-four years of marriage wasn't without its challenges, however.
"Tongue and teeth does fall out, but we never go to bed with vexation," Mr. Rhymer said. "Never do that."
Asked if they would change anything about their past, they both answered in the negative.
"We lived this married life for 74 years now. We don't have tongue enough to give the heavenly father thanks and praise," Mr. Rhymer said. "We lived this long, happy married life on earth, and we will want to live it around | 936 |
They have a range there and I was able to get a basic zero on my bow. The store was mostly<|fim_middle|> shop of brand-name archery equipment. | empty and my rep was Jeremy. They would still be trying to shoot their three arrows while we waited for the clear to retrieve our arrows.
He would explain why our arrows went a certain way and would offer pointers on the next shot to help correct it. The husband and I are still deciding if this is another hobby we want to pick up on top of our many others LOL.
He asked, "What color riser do you want?
I recommend going to there archery class it was fun when I took it This was a super fun date night. How often does this store lose a sale like that? No customer service equals another online purchase. I would prefer to give my business to local shops but if this is the attitude, I might as well buy online and get faster service and cheaper prices.
There were three employees and three customers so I stood or walked around waiting for my time.
The bf and I came here with a 1hr groupon deal he bought and the overall atmosphere of the place was pretty incredible. But other than that, we had a great time and would recommend anyone wanting to learn how to shoot a recurve to give Hi-Tech Archery a try and take a lesson here!
Long story short, they jacked it all up so I drove the 1. It was not exciting, challenging nor fun at all! I think it was sort of annoying to the sales-kid that I had no idea what I wanted but I feel like they would want someone like myself who had money to spend and was a blank slate.
He was incredibly friendly with giving us tips that eventually led to the both of us hitting the target numerous times. We inquired about the package deals.
My boyfriend and I definitely want to come back here. They re-did everything and got it shooting bullet holes through paper in quick order. I strongly recommend it. He was patient with four newbies--two adults, a teen and a child.
Kelsey was an amazing teacher! It was so much fun and challenging.HI-Tech Archery is located in Fullerton, California. This organization primarily operates in the Archery Supplies business / industry within the Miscellaneous Retail sector.
This organization has been operating for approximately 26 years. BBB's Business Profile For Hi-Tech Archery that includes background information, consumer experience, BBB Accreditation status, BBB Rating, customer reviews, Category: Archery Equipment & Supplies.
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WWE Network adds Free Version with new Shows and Content
Sarah Fox June 1, 2020
Slanted > TV > WWE Network adds Free Version with new Shows and Content
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With the launch of Disney+, HBO Max, CBS All Access, and other premium services, all networks will have to rethink their subscription plans to compete. WWE will certainly have an edge if they offer a Free Tier to viewers.
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Sarah Fox June 1, 2020 | WWE Network is switching things up and offering a free version of the company's content platform. Fans will be able to stream a vast portion of the network's content library with more than 15,000 WWE titles now available. You can start checking out the new content as early as today, and you can stream the shows and events without the need of a credit card.
The company is also launching new shows, including "Raw Talk," which will stream Monday nights each week immediately following "Raw." There will also be original series available on the platform, including "Monday Night War," "Ride Along," "Table for 3," "Photo Shoot," and "Story Time."
WWE also stated that recent episodes of the network's flagship programs "Monday Night Raw," "Friday Night SmackDown," and "NXT" will be available to stream, as well as historical WWE pay-per-views and NXT TakeOver events. Other content includes weekly WWE highlights, Top 10, WWE's The Bump, WWE Now, The Best of WWE, and WWE Timeline.
"The launch of WWE Network's Free Version is a key component of our company's digitization strategy and a new way for all fans to be able to experience premium WWE content," said Jayar Donlan, WWE Executive Vice President, Advanced Media. "As we continue to reimagine WWE Network's offering, the Free Version will serve as an effective way to reach a broader group of consumers and allow them to experience the history and spectacle of WWE."
WWE Network's Free Version is now available to everyone. To access the content, users can download the WWE App on any device, including TVs, gaming | 340 |
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Foundry Daily News
UK - Bonds Foundry fined after welder loses leg in industrial accident in Tow Law
The 57-year-old welder was working on a shaft bracket casting at Bonds Foundry's former Tow Law site when the support foot gave way and the 2.5-tonne piece of steel came crashing down onto his leg in November 2014.
Durham Crown Court heard yesterday that the man, an experienced welder who joined the firm in 2008, spent three weeks in hospital following the accident.
James Puzey, prosecuting, described how the man had required a skin graft and intense physiotherapy, and had to move into a bungalow.
In 2016, Bonds denied failing to ensure the health, safety and welfare of its employees while working upon the shaft bracket castings. The charge, brought by the Health and Safety Executive, alleged the company had failed to provide suitable and sufficient risk assessment for such work, along with failing to provide a safe system of work, adequate training and supervision for employees engaged in this task.
However, this month, bosses entered a guilty plea to a new charge, namely "<|fim_middle|>00 and awarded prosecution costs of £23,000.
Source: thenorthernecho.co.uk | failing to have in place a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risks to which employees were exposed when working on shaft bracket castings without the appropriate use of lifting equipment to support the bracket during this work."
The court heard that while there were risk assessments in place for the processes carried out at the foundry, there was no risk assessment in writing stating the need to use cranes at all times when working on shaft bracket castings.
"This left the potential for gaps," said Mr Puzey. "The fact is the [injured man] was unclear about the use of cranes and the responsibility lies with Bonds."
Dominic Kay QC, mitigating, said the system of operation used by workers was put into writing immediately after the accident.
He emphasised Bonds' unblemished health and safety record before the incident and the training and regular safety checks carried out. He said the bosses were devastated about what had happened and had supported the man following the accident.
"This is absolutely not a case of a business that turns a blind eye to health and safety," said Mr Kay. "It is a decent company. It is a company that made a mistake not putting something into writing."
Bonds Foundry is known for making pump casings and valves for the offshore industry. A prolonged downturn in the sector resulted in the company making a loss in 2016 and 2017. It has since closed its Tow Law site and reduced its workforce to 80 employees, based at Crook.
Recorder Ian Atherton fined Bonds £21,0 | 316 |
De Slag om Azaz was een militair conflict in Syrië tussen het Syrische leger en het Vrij Syrisch Leger tijdens de Syrische Burgeroorlog van 2011-2012. De gevechten concentre<|fim_middle|>rij Syrisch Leger de stad zelf beheerste.
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Situatie rondom Azaz
Rond 6 maart hadden strijders van het Vrij Syrisch Leger verschillende dorpen en steden ten noorden van Aleppo veroverd op het regime van president Bashar al-Assad, waaronder Azaz, dicht bij de Turkse grens. Het Syrische leger deed een poging om Azaz te heroveren, om zo opnieuw de controle te krijgen over de Turkse grens. Hierbij zette het leger onder andere artillerie, tanks en helikopters in tegen de lichtgewapende rebellen. Ten minste drie soldaten kwamen om het leven in Azaz en het Vrij Syrisch Leger slaagde erin om een helikopter neer te schieten boven de stad. Eind maart trok het Syrische leger zich terug en bombardeerde Azaz, terwijl het V | 265 |
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Race details
Sponsor: Emirates Airline
Purse: £3,125,000; First prize: £1,875,000
Surface: Dirt
Going: Fast
Distance: 10 furlongs
Number of runners: 12
Winner's time: 2:02.17
Full result
Abbreviations: DSQ = disqualified; nse = nose; nk = neck; shd = head; hd = head
King's Boy also raced under the name Qaayed Alkhail
Winner's details
Further details of the winner, Roses In May
Sex: Stallion
Foaled: 9 February 2000
Country: United States
Sire: Devil His Due; Dam: Tell A Secret (Speak John)
Owner: Kenneth & Sarah Ramsey
Breeder: Margaux Farm
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Roses In May had been one of the leading dirt performers in the United States in 2004 when he won the Whitney Stakes and finished second to Ghostzapper in the Breeders' Cup Classic. Before being shipped to Dubai he finished second to Saint Liam in the Donn Handicap in February. In the 2005 Dubai World Cup he started the 11/8 favourite and won by three lengths from his fellow | 159 |
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Paulie's Counter Culture – Hugo Paraizo
By pauliepetro
Hugo has been working at Paulie's since early June of 2019, but has been part of the Paulie's family for over a year now. Having worked at Camerata for a little over a year, Hugo was eager to expand his knowledge and experience from the wine bar to the Paulie's counter.
Although born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (a.k.a. the cidade maravilhosa, or the marvelous city), Hugo moved to Houston at a very early age due to his father's job at Compaq. He has a younger brother and sister living here as well, but the grandparents, uncles, and cousins are all back in Brazil. Moving to a country with absolutely no friends or family can be tough, but the Paraizo family (like most Brazilians) faced the prospect with eager optimism. Growing up in Cypress was extremely different from life in Rio, but Hugo and the family quickly acclimated themselves.
After graduating from Langham Creek High School in 2014 Hugo went on to study engineering at Texas A&M in College Station. After a little over a year he realized that engineering was not for him, so he went back home to contemplate his future. That is when he fell in love with cooking. It became an almost daily tradition to try out new dishes, and to experience different cultures through their cuisine. This was one of the things that truly captivated Hugo's attention and passion, so he decided to enroll as a nutrition major at the University of Houston after completing his Associate's from LoneStar College. He remains a student at UH where he balances a 40-hour work week with his part to full<|fim_middle|>, including long stints in Montrose.
Growing up in diverse and multicultural Houston, especially in a first generation Pakistani-American family, majorly shaped the sort of cultural and culinary palate he began to appreciate at a young age by having to know how to live in and embody multiple cultures at once. This molded a strong belief that a wide range of experience and input only serves to heighten our sense of belonging and larger purpose in this city that has thrived on this principle. He has always noted that aside from the delicious food made with high quality ingredients and passion, Paulie's high standing as an institute of Montrose and the Greater Houston area also stems from its down-to-earth and welcoming nature that has been fostered and cultivated over the years through attentiveness and humility and a sense of purpose. It is because of all these aspects and more that he says he takes it as a point of pride to be a staff member.
Muhammad attended middle school at Lanier, directly across the street from Paulie's at the time the restaurant first opened, where he met fellow students and teachers who would first begin to give him his first opportunities to play live music. He went on to attend Lamar High School where his love of music grew and grew and he began to play more and more with bands of his own, as well as the jazz band where he learned a lot about the ethic of what it means to think about and play music on a deeper and more nuanced level. An active musician still, he now plays with stalwarts of the Houston music community the Free Radicals, as well as Bayou City Funk and all sorts of other combos and styles.
Always the descriptivist and rarely the prescriptivist, Muhammad has always held a deep passion for the development of cultures on the micro and macro scale. He has always found the study of deeper influences of creative endeavors in communities to be a fascinating look into their identities. A place like Paulie's for Muhammad is the perfect example of learning from and commemorating the tradition but always thinking ahead to new paradigms. He enjoys talking to the old-school regulars about their experiences over the years with the business and the neighborhood, and finds it powerful that there is such a strong institutional memory in the Houston Italian culinary tradition. For him, it reflects the same feeling of importance that the Pakistani culture he grew up in gives to the proverbial "table" and the food and the hands that make it and enjoy it.
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Paulie's Counter Culture – Angel Rivera | time school schedule. Other than cooking, Hugo is a huge fan of watching and playing soccer in his spare time. With friends, he loves to go out and try new restaurants and go to the movies.
Starting at Paulie's has been a refreshing experience for Hugo. The high-octane environment is exhilarating to work in, and being in the heart of the Montrose food scene is a plus in and of itself.
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Paulie's Counter Culture – Muhammad Jafari
Muhammad and his family moved to the United States in 1990 when he was five-years-old. After about six months staying with family already living in Hartford, Connecticut and Boston, they finally settled into Inner Loop Houston where he has lived ever since | 157 |
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Black Pathology
294. Prague Cemetery by Umberto Eco
Abracadabra! And I appeared. As suddenly as I 'disappar<|fim_middle|>. But I also (re)read a few books, about which I did not blog. Hence, I will be attempting to go back in time to just talk about (not review) some of the books I read. Prague Cemetery falls into the kind of books that could hold your attention span for longer periods of time. Those books that are exactly as you perceived them to be. For those Dan Brown fans (of which I am not excluded), take any of Dan's books, add more intriguing plots, and crank up its literary value. To this, add the fact that almost every character in this novel has a historical counterpart, and you will get an amazing book that takes you through the historical development of conflicts, assassinations, and much more. The book sought to portray how individuals
Jonathan Tel Wins 2015 Commonwealth Short Story Prize
Jonathan Tel from the UK has won the 2015 Commonwealth 2015 Short Story Prize for his story The Human Phonograph. Within its short form, the story encompasses great sweeps of the world and its history – from the US moon landing to Chinese nuclear tests to reading 19th century Russian literature. The protagonist of the story is a lonely figure in this vast world. "The Human Phonograph ranges from the personal to the universal. The resonances remained with the judges, long after the reading. As one said, we were drawn into the lonely world of the protagonist and we stayed there. It is a disconcerting, extraordinary story of an individual in search of independence and reassurance in a difficult world," said Romesh Gunesekera, Chair of the international panel of judges. The Human Phonograph is published by The Guardian online . Its writer, Jonathan Tel, is himself a polymath with interests as varied as those in his story. A theoretical physicist and opera librettist, he has previously p | ated'. Blogging became boring. I got other interests. I learnt (still learning) a computer language, took up some courses related to my 'profession', Kofi - my son, came along etc | 41 |
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