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DarkBlack, Midnight Wraith (Stormspell)
Released on December 1st, Midnight Wraith kind of slipped through the cracks on me a little bit. December is a very slow month for metal (in fact, this may very well be my only set of reviews the entire month) and to have a 5-song EP show up in my queue to review didn’t exactly make me jump. To me, EPs are usually a waste of time. Not only do I have to worry about 500 words on only a handful of songs, but everyone of them better be worthwhile of my time or I have to do the review on like two songs. And besides, most of them are billed as “songs the band just couldn’t wait to get out” when in reality it’s simply that the band didn’t have enough talent to write a full album.
Without a whole lot of music in the month, it’s also given me time to recover a bit. Having listened to hundreds of albums for the last seven months or so and every piece of crap (and excellent record) that’s come to me, it kind of wore me out a little to the point where I switched to other genres for a while to give my brain a little break. I give you all this background information to make sure you understand that Midnight Wraith is the disc that brought me out of my slumber.
DarkBlack (also stylized as DARKBLACK) are a monstrous traditional heavy metal band. This vintage metal sound seems like it’s gaining a lot of momentum with a band like Christian Mistress hopefully turning the world on its ass very soon and DarkBlack following right behind.
Midnight Wraith is early ’80s metal with a very fresh and modern touch to the music. The riffs throughout all five songs are simply incredible and the lyrics are about death, betrayal and epic battles. No matter how many records bands like Nickelback sell or how many thousands of metalcore bands show up on the internet the world of hard rock and metal always comes back to this type sound for me (and this is when I realize why I think rock radio is total bullshit). Lyrically the album can be dark at times but the music is a horns up, headbanging good time. You will absolutely break out the air guitar and do some epic vocal screeches while listening to the EP. Check out “Doom Herald” (download) for a great example. These guys would be the perfect opener for one of my favorite bands, 3 Inches of Blood. If someone can work that out for me, I may quit my job and become a groupie as if a bunch of metal dudes would love to see the fat guy sweating profusely in the front row at every show. Someone needs to make sure these guys get heard.
Um. Yeah. I think I have met my match. I have listened to this album four times and I’m still relatively positive that there’s nothing I could write about it that would even remotely prepare you for what you’d hear if you get this disc. It never hurts to try though, I suppose.
So yeah. This is, shall we say, technical. Just a little. There’s a few weird time changes here and there but nothing out of the ordinary. Just kidding. Unlorja is a mindfuck pure and simple.
Noisecore is not my thing at all so I can’t say I’m an expert but this album is easily the fastest, most technical album I’ve ever heard that is actually listenable. Don’t read into that thinking that I’m saying this is the best technical metal album ever released. That’s not the case, but most of the tech-metal records that move at speeds like Journal crank out are a jumbled mess. This one could be as well for all I know, but I’m listenening to this for the 5th time as I’m typing so something is right.
Like a lot of people my tech-metal is compared to Meshuggah who sound like Richard Marx compared to this. You can certainly hear the craziness of one of my least favorite bands as well – Dillinger Escape Plan. But the amount of ridiculous time changes and complexities on Unlorja blows these guys out of the water.
The album is structured like it’s the score to a play about good and evil (the bio for the disc says it’s kind of modeled like a role-playing game and while I was certainly a nerd in my childhood, I was never that much of nerd and thus really don’t understand how to confirm or deny this statement). But you can certainly feel the play aspect of it as the characters are broken out with different voices, a death metal growl, a screamo vocal, a spoken narrative and clean singing. In the middle of some of the tracks and as interludes there are some acoustic passages that absolutely sound like a score and the final track is over thirty minutes long, mostly acoustic with a narrative explaining the whole story. And there’s parts in the final track that sound like some Ian Anderson shit. Let me state for the record that no one wants to hear Ian Anderson in their metal.
I will admit that on my first listen I was completely taken aback at this overwhelming chaos but as much as I didn’t like it the first time around, I popped it on a second time as if something was telling me that I needed to give it another shot. And I’m really glad I did. For most people I think within the first two minutes you’ll know if you love it or want to throw it out the window. But this is for those seeking an adventure and while there are quite a few moments that make me want to stop listening, there are more that make me want to keep going. Will I listen to it after this point? I don’t really know yet, but even if I don’t, I’m very happy to have at least heard this fucking bat-shit-crazy disc. Now I need to get rid of this headache.
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In Pakistan, many more cancer patients could benefit from intraoperative consultations. However, there is still work to be done. We spoke to dr. Ali on the situation in her home country.
Up to 40 minutes: This is the time it takes for the axillary lymph node surgical specimen to reach the pathology department in Karachi’s leading national hospital in the heart of the Pakistani city. In another hospital, a breast cancer patient is lying under anesthesia and the surgeon is waiting for the intraoperative pathology report to proceed with the surgery.
Dr. Rabia Ali is consultant histopathologist and assistant professor at the Liquiat National Hospital in Karachi, one of the leading medical care centers in the country and the largest breast cancer center in the region. Together with her team, Dr. Ali will review the lymph node specimen within the 20 minutes prescribed by the protocol for intraoperative consultations. The specimen is first examined with the bare eyes. It is weighed, measured and assessed before it is dissected to prepare one or more frozen sections for microscopic assessment. This will show whether the lymph nodes carry metastases or not. This information is critical for surgery and relayed immediately to the operating surgeon, who can proceed accordingly with the surgery.
With over 225 million inhabitants, Pakistan is the fifth most densely populated country in the world. As much as 75% of the population lives in rural areas and do not have access to this kind of surgical pathology service. In the region, there are only very few hospitals to offer this type of intraoperative services. The national hospital in Karachi is one of them. Its pathology department receives inhouse surgical specimens and requests from other hospitals in the city.
This is the background of my recent discussion with Dr. Rabia Ali about the state of intraoperative consultations in Pakistan. I wanted to find out what the challenges are and what opportunities could be generated in the region through the digitization of intraoperative pathology.
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Dr. Ali, what kind of surgical specimen do you see the most?
The hospital I work in is the largest breast cancer center in the region. Most specimen we get for frozen section are axillary lymph nodes prior to chemotherapy. The intraoperative question here is whether the lymph nodes are positive or negative for metastases. Of course, the objective is to avoid the surgical clearance of the lymph nodes because it is a very heavy surgery.
We also see a lot of ENT-specimens because oral cancer is very common in this part of the world. These are whole mandible or maxillary dissection specimens for surgical clearance. Ovarian masses are also very common because pre-surgical biopsies are not possible. Besides, we also get rectal biopsies for presence of absence of ganglion cells, brain tumor biopsies for diagnosis and adequacy and mediastinal masses biopsies for adequacy.
What do you actually do when a frozen section comes in?
We receive in-house specimens from our own operating theater (OT) department and consultations from the other hospitals in the city. Together with our resident doctor, we evaluate the gross specimen. We decide how to dissect it and which dissections we will examine. Then, a technician freezes the dissection to -20 to 30o C, then they use a microtome to slice it very thinly, as thin as 2 micrometers. Finally, they stain the tissue section and mount it onto a glass slide. The doctor and I review the section under the microscope and report our findings to the surgeon. All of this has to be done within 20 minutes per section. This is the protocol. For large specimen like whole cheeks, we sometimes do 5 or 6 sections. This takes more time, sometimes up to 45 minutes.
How long does it take for the specimen to reach you from other hospitals?
Karachi is a very large city, but we are located in the very center. Usually, it takes 35 to 40 minutes for a specimen to reach us from another hospital in the city. This is a very long time when the patient is lying under anesthesia. We don’t receive specimen from other cities or from the remote areas. Practically speaking, this is not possible.
What are the main 3 challenges for intraoperative consultations in your country?
Our country is one of the most densely populated country in the world, but we have few big cities. There are hospitals throughout the country. There are surgeons there doing surgery every single day. But the pathologists are not there, the technicians are not there, the labs are not there. There is no modern technology to help us do our work. And the problem is that we cannot train so many people.
So, to answer your question, our problem number one is the number of pathologists. There aren’t enough of them. And from those who are there, very few are comfortable with frozen section.
Then, we also do not have enough trained technicians to deal with frozen section. You need expert technicians who know how to handle a very fresh specimen. You cannot afford to waste it.
Finally, surgeons throughout the country must realize that what capabilities we have. There are surgeons who do not know that there are pathologist services available. They just don’t know it in the first place. This is mainly because they are far remote and do not have access to the information.
What could be done to improve the number of consultations in Pakistan, ultimately improving treatment plans for cancer patients across the country?
If you want to increase the number of consultations, the first answer that comes to mind would be to have more centers and more pathologists. But practically speaking, this is not possible. In our country, we cannot have more centers, more pathologists, more technicians. We cannot train them all and pay them all.
But we can have images. We can look at digital images and work on them, as long as they have a very high resolution. If we can magnify the microscopy images multiple times, then that can be of a real help.
Digitalization sounds very difficult to implement, but it is the need of the hour. We need tools that can be set up in remote areas. We could use modern technology in the remote places to transfer microscopy images of the frozen section to us in the city. This kind of remote assessment would work very well for single tissue, like for example rectal tissue for ganglion biopsy, or for very small specimen where we only have one frozen section block.
Is remote assessment the solution, or are there other considerations?
I think that for large samples requiring multiple blocks, digitization would have its limitations here.
Importance of Personal Assessment in Gross Specimen Examination
Let’s take an ovarian mass for example. I see the gross specimen myself. I measure it, weigh it, see the integrity. All this will have an impact on the tumor staging. I also decide which sections to take.
Now, if someone sitting 500 miles away from me has to do this work for me, then I do not know what this person has seen.
Need for Trained Technicians in Remote Locations
I would also like to add that in a digital setup, where the surgeon is sitting in a remote hospital and the pathologist is in his office in the city, you still need a trained technician in the remote place to prepare the section.
Training Remote Technicians as Part of the Solution
For me, while digitization can bridge the gap between the surgeon and the pathologist, the little gap where the technician fits in would still need to be covered. Training remote technicians is part of the solution.
In my department, we are a big setup. There are over 20 technicians but only 5 to 6 can do the frozen section cutting. They have 15 to 20 years’ experience and are amazing at it, but not everybody can do that. So, we have implemented a training program for technicians from remote areas. We bring them to the cities and train them. If you want to make a change, this is what needs to happen.
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
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Put all ingredients except chicken and coconut milk in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Arrange chicken thighs in a large dish and pour marinade over top. Marinade for 4-24 hours, turning chicken over occasionally.
Remove chicken from the marinade and put the marinade into a pot. Preheat grill or oven. Grill at medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes on each side under direct heat or roast in the oven at 375 degrees for 20-30 minutes, until an internal temperature of 165 degrees is reached.
Bring the marinade to a simmer and whisk in the coconut milk. Bring that to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and reduce about one-third of the way until the sauce becomes somewhat thick and creamy. Brush the sauce over the chicken while grilling or baking in the oven. Drizzle the rest of the sauce on top of the chicken when serving.
YIELD: 6 servings
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The Ultimate Guide to Using a Dry Brush: Everything You Need in One Place
At Primally Pure, we love dry brushing – if you don’t know about it, you should.
Whether you own a dry brush, you’re new to the concept, or you’re picking it back up, this guide is meant for you. We’re giving you information on everything this magical, portable little tool is capable of.
A dry brush is your one-stop-shop tool for bringing nutrient flow + rejuvenation to the skin. And while we’ve covered this topic a few times before, our community keeps asking for more (and we love it!). So we felt it was time to give our community an in-depth guide for all things dry brushing.
If you’re like us, this one simple concept will keep you coming back for more: A dry brush boasts versatile benefits but quick, easy-to-follow directions. And believe us when we say: it does much more than just exfoliate your skin.
Our holistic esthetician swears by the ancient beauty ritual of using a dry brush. We love it for busy moms or days when you’re spent and need a quick routine.
You’ll want to pick up your dry brush asap after reading this because better flow = better glow.
History of the Dry Brush
Understanding the history behind the famous dry brush brings some perspective on why it supports full-body health.
The dry brush has its roots in the ancient Indian medical system: Ayurveda. Ayurveda takes a very similar approach to holistic thinking, looking for the root cause instead of fixing a problem on the surface level. It’s about preventative care whenever possible. And most importantly, it emphasizes the power of focusing on whole-body health – giving significance to body, mind, and spirit.1
Since ancient times, the dry brush has been used to calm + cleanse the body from toxins and cellular waste (called ama) through a rubbing action called Garshana.
Science has proven the power of Ayurvedic practices. So if you’re feeling skeptical, rest assured there IS data behind the roots of this ancient practice.2
Traditional Chinese Medicine (which many of our principles and beliefs align with) also utilizes a dry brush as part of a routine to maintain proper lymphatic flow.
Why should you care about lymphatic flow?
Lymphatic flow is a major component of your body’s immunity and long-term health.
The dry brush has been around many cultures worldwide, proving its validity and results. You can find it in the routines of ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Chinese, Japanese, and Scandinavians.
This traditional dry brush has maintained its physical form, still being created from natural elements like bamboo and boar hair. There’s something significant to be said about modern-day tools that still have the ability to connect us to ancestral wisdom.
Dry Brushing Benefits
Dry brushing is best known for its skin-improving abilities these days. But there’s a fascinating world of whole-body health benefits at your fingertips with a dry brush. To us, this list alone is motivation enough to practice this self-health hack on a daily basis.
→ Removes stagnant waste from the body – your lymphatic system collects waste. Still, there’s no “pump” to get it started, so using a dry brush kickstarts the elimination of the trapped (stagnant) waste to protect against sickness + disease.
This is big – your lymphatic system is responsible for:3
- Recycling nutrients back into the bloodstream
- Filtering out waste and harmful substances
- Sustaining immunity
- Maintaining homeostasis
→ Improves immune system function – the lymphatic system makes up most of the immune system, so it’s no wonder your immunity and the lymphatic system are closely linked. So using a dry brush can directly benefit your immunity.
→ No harsh exfoliation – some treatments (like intense laser treatments) or conventional exfoliating products (like salicylic acid in acne products) can over-exfoliate the skin. Improper exfoliation disrupts the skin’s microbiome and can cause damage, inflammation, acne, or other undesirable skin conditions. Dry brush exfoliation, on the other hand, is gentle but still gives you the desired results (plus more!).
→ Reduce wrinkles – though we don’t view wrinkles as a bad thing, it’s an added perk to the other health-boosting benefits of a dry brush. We’ll never be mad about aging gracefully.
→ Protects skin moisture barrier and microbiome – the skin barrier plays an essential role in your skin health, so using a dry brush supports this form of gentle exfoliation that keeps the good stuff intact.
→ Better absorption – this benefit is one of our favorites – gentle dry brush exfoliation means dead skin cells are brushed away, and the fresh skin is ready to absorb all your nourishing products.
→ Stimulates cell turnover – we love a gentle, natural cell turnover for smoother, brighter skin. Light manual dry brush exfoliation helps with skin tone, texture, and discoloration (like melasma or hyperpigmentation).
→ Encourages relaxation throughout the body – the soothing strokes of a dry brush activate the parasympathetic nervous system to calm + ground you.
Types of Dry Brushes
A dry brush comes in two main categories: a full-body dry brush and a facial dry brush. We love using both, but it’s important to understand that each plays a specific role.
Dry Brush for Body
A full-body dry brush can come in a few different forms – some with wooden handles, others with loops. The thing they all have in common is firm bristles.
A full-body dry brush gives you all kinds of benefits, but here are a few of the best:
- Increased circulation (less cold feet and hands)
- Boost of energy
- Reduced cellulite
- Soothes itchy areas (like a good back scratch)
- Better digestion
- Whole body detoxification
- Smoother skin, less dry/flakiness
It’s important to note that a body dry brush is specifically designed for the right amount of exfoliation and space you’ll cover. So you don’t want to mix and match – your body brush is only for your body. Leave your neck and face out of the equation.
Facial Dry Brush
A facial dry brush functions the same as a body dry brush, with more gentleness.
It’s a small, handheld brush with small, fine hairs. Facial dry brushes are intentionally formed with super soft bristles that respect the integrity of your skin while still providing exfoliation magic.
These are our favorite boosts you’ll experience from a regular routine with your facial dry brush:
- Products absorb better
- Reduced milia, blackheads, and inflammation
- Brighter, clearer complexion
- Reduced puffiness
- Smoother texture
Like the body brush, it’s essential to use a dry brush specifically for the face.
Your face wouldn’t tolerate the firm bristles of a body brush. Your skin around your face and neck is thinner and more delicate – requiring softer bristles.
Tips + Advice for Dry Brushing
Once you pick your dry brush, there are a few things you should know first. You can find specific instructions in our specialized posts, but here are a few major tips + pieces of advice.
→ We like to dry brush our bodies before hopping in the shower – but when you do it is totally up to you – consistency is the key ;). Many people get hung up on this detail, but it’s really down to personal preference.
We like that any dead skin cells you exfoliate will rinse off in the shower, but if you feel particularly sweaty or prefer to do it after the shower, that’s great too!
→ Dry brush your face after cleansing/rinsing with water and patting skin dry – for your face, this is an important distinction. You’ll want to wash off any makeup or dirt to avoid pushing impurities into your skin. If you want a similar “rinse” feeling, you can use a cotton round with our everything spray to wipe away any dead skin cells after using your dry brush.
→ Only dry brush on DRY skin – dry brushing on wet skin will not give you the same results, and it would be much harder to sweep the bristles along the skin.
→ You can dry brush once a day (or less) – once a day will give you the optimal results, but if you don’t have time or have sensitive/inflamed skin, opt for 1-2x per week.
→ Always work around inflammation – with any open wounds or areas of irritation or bacteria build-up, you’ll want to avoid directly brushing on top of these areas. Avoiding these areas doubles to keep germs at bay + lets the skin heal undisturbed. Stimulating the surrounding areas brings healing to the skin where needed – your body is intuitive.
→ Don’t forget to do a sweep/drain at the end – a final sweep is vital to direct the lymph flow in the right direction. This ensures that toxins are filtered out of your body instead of staying trapped.
→ Keep your brush clean with routine washing – Depending on how often you’re dry brushing, we typically recommend washing your brush weekly. Use a gentle, non-toxic soap (like our seasonal Hand Soap or Branch Basics) and let it dry with the bristles down so water doesn’t seep into the wooden handle.
If you’re on the go or your brush needs a refresh in between washes, spritz bristles with our Hand Sanitizer.
These are some of the biggest pieces of advice you’ll need to get started, but feel free to keep learning from the various tips and content throughout our website and social media.
The Holistic Skin Tool We Can’t Get Enough Of
This magical little brush will do wonders for your skin – but also for whole-body health.
At Primally Pure, we believe in the power of practices that benefit our skin yet ground and center us. Because health is a full-body experience, and your skin is a reflection of what’s inside.
We want to give you all the resources for starting your journey with a dry brush practice, so you get only the best results. We’d love to hear how it goes for you.
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health | Ayurvedic Medicine: In Depth
- National Library of Medicine | Double-Blind, Randomized, Controlled, Pilot Study Comparing Classic Ayurvedic Medicine, Methotrexate, and Their Combination in Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Cleveland Clinic | Lymphatic System
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The Siberian Husky is a Spitz type Arctic dog originating from, as its name suggests, Siberia. This is one of the most famous dog breeds in the world that will literally charm you at first sight with its gracious stance, wolf-like appearance and cute gaze. But, it is not just about the beauty of this dog. Huskies are also well-known after their incredible personality, which is highlighted by huge affection for humans, lively spirit and pack loyalty. These qualities make them excellent family companions, who like to spend as much time as possible with all the members of the household. They are particularly nice and tolerant with children. On top of that, Siberians possess great working qualities, considering how incredibly agile, strong, resourceful, and hardy they are. Proven as some of the best sledge dogs in the world, they are often used for dog sled racing, mushing and carting. However, Huskies are very independent and stubborn dogs with a strong prey drive. They demand a lot of hard work and discipline in order to be properly trained and socialized. That is why they’re not recommended for the inexperienced dog owners. With that being said, let’s jump onto the list of ten most interesting Siberian Husky facts.
1.) Siberian Huskies are actually descendants of Chukchi Sled Dogs, which were developed through selective breeding by Chukchis, an indigenous Nomad tribe from northeastern Siberia. It still cannot be precisely estimated how much this breed is actually old, but some DNA tests suggest it is one of the oldest dog breeds in the world. Scientists believe that the whole Husky strain had evolved through genetic admixture between now extinct Taimyr wolves and ancient dogs of North Asia. The same evolutionary process was evidenced with the Greenland Dog strain. No wonder people call this dog the Greenland Husky since he is actually the closest relative to Siberian Husky, not Alaskan Malamute as the many of you probably thought.
2.) The name Husky originated from the actual pronunciation of the word Eskimos (Inuit people living in the Arctic circle) by the English sailors, which sounded like Huskimos. That pronunciation was later altered to the Huskies. The name itself can be literally translated as the Eskimo dog.
3.) Huskies were first introduced in the USA by William Goosak, Russian fur trader. He bought a few of these dogs from the Anadyr River region in Siberia to Nome, Alaska, in the 1908 during the Nome Gold Rush (1899–1909). The people of Nome initially mocked Huskies, calling them “Siberian rats” since they were considerably smaller than Alaskan Malamutes. However, just a year later, these “funny’ dogs proved them all wrong when Huskies under the lead of Leonhard Seppala, the first American breeder of these dogs, won “All-Alaskan Sweepstakes”, the famous dog-sled race from Nome, to Candle, and back (408 miles/657 km). Yeah, they were smaller than Malamutes, but their speed and endurance had no match in this harsh sporting event for more than a decade after this initial victory. Sadly, this wasn’t the only time citizens of Nome witnessed the irony of destiny, as you will see in the next paragraph.
4.) This breed became famous worldwide after the serum run to Nome or the “Great Race of Mercy” as some people call it. This was an emergency event that took place in that same city of Nome back in 1925. Namely, there was an outbreak of diphtheria in the middle of winter that threatened the very lives of many citizens of this town. They were in desperate need of diphtheria serum, but it couldn’t be transported from the closest city of Nenana (nearly 650 miles away) neither by plane, nor by car due to severe weather conditions (temperatures were around -40°C/°F). So, they put all their hope into 20 mushers with their 150 Huskies, who had to endure this exhausting group endeavour. Thankfully, they succeeded. In just six days, on February 3rd, Gunnar Kaasen with his lead dog Balto reached Nome and brought antitoxins after crossing the last 53 miles of this long journey. Balto later became probably the most famous Husky in the world, although Leonhard Seppala and his lead dog Togo covered the longest and most dangerous part of this run – Norton Sound to Golovin (91 miles). In the memory of this brave effort, starting from 1973, every year the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race has been organized on this same route. Also, the animated movie called Balto, which was filmed back in 1995, was inspired by this event.
5.) Siberian Huskies were also used in some other noble endeavours during the long history of the breed. In 1933, Admiral Richard E. Byrd took with him 50 Huskies on a 16.000 mile long coastal expedition in Antarctica. And, once again, these dogs proved their worth since this expedition was a success. Also, Siberians were used during the World War II as an important part of the US Army’s Arctic search and rescue unit.
6.) Huskies are simply incredible escape artists, which can do all sorts of crazy tricks just to check what’s going on in the neighborhood. They can easily figure out how to open unlocked doors, they can jump and climb over walls, slip collars, dig beneath fences (yeah, they are superb diggers), break cages or even chains. On top of that, Huskies are very curious and eager to explore the surroundings, so they won’t hesitate to run away if chance be. But, the worst thing is that Husky usually won’t return home like some other dogs, he will continue his brave adventure wherever it takes him. Unfortunately, the majority of new owners is completely unaware of these particular Siberian Husky facts, which is the reason Huskies are among the dogs that most often end up abandoned, lost or even killed. So, make sure you have a securely fenced yard if you wish to own a Husky. And if, despite that, your Sibe somehow run away, do whatever you can to find him!
7.) The Siberian Husky is an incredibly resilient, swift, energetic and hardy breed. This dog can withstand extremely low temperatures (down to -60°C/-76°F) and can run more than 20 miles without a single stop. Also, he can live and work on low food supplies, which makes him an extremely efficient dog in harsh Nordic environments. In comparison with Alaskan Malamute, Sibe can more easily withstand hot summer temperatures since its dense coat is neither thick nor long as that of its Alaskan counterpart.
8.) Contrary to common belief (yeah, people are in general afraid of Huskies, I know this firsthand – they think these dogs are bloodthirsty like wolves), Sibe is not suspicious and certainly not aggressive towards strangers. To put it clearly, he is a downright terrible watchdog :) He won’t bark at strangers or confront them, he literally won’t do a single thing to notify his owner about anything suspicious. Usually, Husky will probably just lie in some corner and happily observe unknown people, even if they’re burglars carrying out all your valuables :)
9.) I’m aware many of you still have a problem to distinguish Huskies from Malamutes, which is not that surprising considering how similarly looking they are. Yeah, Malamutes are larger dogs with longer coats, but it’s hard for an inexperienced man (or woman) to have a proper judgment without the visual comparison between the two. So, here’s the catch for all newbies here. Probably the easiest way to distinguish Siberian Husky from Alaskan Malamute is by checking the dog’s eyes! Unlike Malamutes, which have only brown eyes, Huskies can have brown or blue eyes. They can as well have one blue and one brown eye. Also, quite common in Siberians are parti-eyes, which are half brown and half blue.
10.) As popular as they truly are, it comes as no surprise many Huskies were staring in various Hollywood movies, such as Eight Below, Iron Will, Snow Dogs, Snow Buddies, as well as some popular TV series like Due South. Also, Huskies appeared as protagonists in several novels, such as Child of the Wolves, Arctic Shadow, Wild Voice of the North, Bear, etc.
With this, I’ll conclude the list of ten most interesting Siberian Husky facts. I hope it will help you to better understand and appreciate this wonderful dog breed. Who knows, maybe you’ll learn something new in the end. All the same, have fun and kiss your Huskies instead of me :) | <urn:uuid:18d0f8c6-cf18-44d8-a25d-51446e223d97> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://primitivedogs.com/ten-interesting-siberian-husky-facts/ | 2023-09-25T00:43:33Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.971162 | 1,873 |
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Benefits of Choosing Menards for Kitchen Cabinets
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According to a National Retail Federation survey, Halloween consumer spending is expected to hit nearly $9 billion in 2019. This is triple the spending in 2005. Whether it’s social media selfie fever or a serious national sweet-tooth, Halloween spending has had a strong upward trend for the past decade. It’s also a great lead-in holiday to kick off the fourth quarter and engage with customers through events and the products you offer.
According to the NRF, nearly a third of consumers surveyed plan to throw or attend a Halloween party or event. James Harding, previously of Gist Piano Center, cites events like Halloween recitals as a driving force behind his print sales. The great returns on customer engagement should come as no surprise; Halloween is exciting for all kids, including your lesson program students.
Of the families surveyed by the NRF, here are the most popular costumes for children this year:
- Avengers character (excluding Spider-Man)
- Frozen (Elsa, Anna)
And just for fun, here are the most popular costumes for pets:
- Hot dog
- Bumble Bee
- Cat (for dogs)
- Dog (for cats)
According to kids and families, these costumes are what excite and inspire imaginations this year, so let these lists list steer your print music selection and holiday decorations in the store as we sweep into fall and the holiday season.
Speaking of decorations, we have a standing challenge from our very own Christie Smith who claims, “no one will beat [her] Halloween display at Ward Music!” So, get in the spirit, RPMDA! Share your Halloween decorations and merchandising on Facebook, not only to impress and engage with your customers but also–maybe even more importantly–to prove Christie wrong! | <urn:uuid:6a5775ae-451c-48c3-9a9f-04d84aa5a2d5> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://printmusic.org/this-years-trending-halloween-costumes-a-great-opportunity-for-customer-engagement/ | 2023-09-24T23:53:27Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.923949 | 420 |
Seal skull William Clift
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Plate 27 from the paper "On the difference in the appearence of the teeth and the shape of the skull in different species of seals", by Everard Home, Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society, vol.112 (1822), pp.239-240. Side view of the skull of a seal "from the South Seas" in the collections of the British Museum. Signed lower left "Willm. Clift delin 1803".
Original: watercolour on board. 1803
- Image reference: RS-8737
- The Royal Society
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Mrs. Sherrell Rodgers is a graduate of St. John’s College, Nassau (1992) and also of Campbell University, Buies Creek, North Carolina where she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree with emphasis on Trust Management/Financial Planning (1999). She subsequently obtained a Trustee Diploma in Trust Law and Administration from The Bahamas Institute of Bankers (2001), a STEP Diploma in International Trust and Estate Management (2004), and a LLB from the University of London, External Programme (2009).
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Infinite Banking revolves around the cash value component of a whole life insurance policy.
Here’s a step-by-step overview of how it works:
Purchase a dividend-paying whole life insurance policy: To begin practicing Infinite Banking, you’ll first need to purchase a whole life insurance policy from a reputable, financially strong mutual insurance company. It’s crucial to choose a policy with a focus on building cash value quickly.
Pay premiums and build cash value: As you pay premiums, the cash value of your policy will grow. Part of your premium goes towards the death benefit, while the rest is allocated to the cash value, which grows tax-deferred. Over time, your cash value will accumulate, becoming a significant financial resource.
Borrow against the cash value: Once you’ve built up enough cash value, you can start borrowing against it in the form of policy loans. These loans are typically tax-free and do not require credit checks, as you’re essentially borrowing from yourself. The interest rates on policy loans are generally lower than traditional loans, and you have the flexibility to set your repayment terms.
Repay the loan: As you repay the policy loan, you’re essentially “paying yourself back” with interest. This replenishes the cash value of your policy, allowing you to continue borrowing against it in the future.
Repeat the process: The Infinite Banking Concept is a cycle of borrowing and repaying policy loans, using the cash value of your whole life insurance policy as a personal financing tool. As long as you continue to manage your policy effectively, you can use this strategy to finance various expenses and investments throughout your life.
Infinite Banking with a whole life policy can be an effective way to finance the purchase of real estate while potentially taking advantage of arbitrage opportunities.
Here’s an example of how you could use your whole life policy to buy real estate:
Establish a dividend-paying whole life policy with a mutual insurance company. Ensure the policy is structured to optimize cash value growth, which may involve selecting a high early cash value rider or opting for a paid-up additions rider. Pay premiums consistently to build up the cash value over time.
Once you have accumulated a significant cash value in your policy, identify a real estate investment opportunity, such as a rental property or a fix-and-flip project.
Take a policy loan from your whole life insurance policy for the amount needed to purchase the property. This loan will be secured by the cash value in your policy, and you can access the funds without incurring taxes or penalties.
Use the policy loan to finance the purchase of the real estate property. Since you’re “borrowing” from your policy, you’ll be paying interest on the loan. However, this interest goes back into your policy, and you retain control over the repayment schedule.
Rent out the property or complete the necessary renovations and sell it for a profit. Use the rental income or sale proceeds to repay the policy loan, including the interest.
Arbitrage opportunities may arise in this process when the investment returns from the real estate property are higher than the policy loan interest rate.
For example, if the policy loan interest rate is 5%, and the net returns on your real estate investment are 8%, you have effectively earned a 3% arbitrage on your investment. This additional profit can be used to further grow your wealth or repay the policy loan faster.
As you repay the policy loan, the cash value in your whole life policy is replenished, allowing you to repeat the process for future real estate investments.
By using Infinite Banking to finance real estate investments, you can effectively become your own banker, maintain control over your funds, and potentially benefit from arbitrage opportunities when the returns on your investment exceed the policy loan interest rate.
This strategy allows you to leverage the cash value of your whole life policy while still enjoying the policy’s guarantees, tax advantages, and potential dividend payments.
Business owners can use the Infinite Banking concept with a dividend-paying whole life insurance policy to grow their business by leveraging the cash value for various financial needs.
Here are some ways business owners can use Infinite Banking for business growth:
Financing business expansion: Business owners can take policy loans from their whole life insurance policy to finance expansion projects, such as purchasing new equipment, acquiring additional office space, or opening new locations. This approach offers more flexibility and control over repayment terms compared to traditional bank loans.
Funding working capital needs: Businesses often have short-term working capital needs, such as paying for inventory, payroll, or unexpected expenses. By accessing the cash value in their whole life policy through policy loans, business owners can cover these needs without relying on high-interest credit lines or loans.
Business opportunities: Infinite Banking allows business owners to take advantage of investment opportunities when they arise. By using policy loans to fund new ventures, acquisitions, or joint ventures, business owners can grow their business without sacrificing control or incurring additional debt.
Providing key person insurance: Whole life insurance policies can be used to insure key employees or partners, protecting the business in the event of their untimely death. The policy’s death benefit can provide a financial cushion to help the business transition and recruit a suitable replacement.
Buy-sell agreements: Business owners can use whole life insurance policies to fund buy-sell agreements, ensuring that the business can continue operating smoothly in the event of a partner’s death or departure. The policy’s death benefit can be used to buy out the deceased partner’s share, providing liquidity and stability for the business.
Employee benefits and retention: Offering whole life insurance policies as part of a comprehensive employee benefits package can help attract and retain top talent. Business owners can also implement split-dollar or executive bonus arrangements, which use whole life insurance policies to provide additional benefits to key employees.
Tax advantages: Whole life insurance policies offer tax-deferred growth of cash value, tax-free policy loans, and tax-free death benefits. These tax advantages can help business owners manage their cash flow more effectively and maximize the funds available for business growth.
By using the Infinite Banking concept, business owners can leverage the cash value of their whole life insurance policies to access capital, provide financial stability, and support business growth. This strategy offers a high degree of flexibility and control, allowing business owners to make financial decisions based on their unique needs and circumstances.
Business owners can use infinite banking for cash flow management in several ways:
Build a cash reserve: By consistently paying premiums on a whole life insurance policy, business owners can accumulate cash value that serves as a tax-advantaged cash reserve. This can be accessed for various business needs, such as financing investments, managing unexpected expenses, or covering operational costs during lean periods.
Access tax-free loans: Policyholders can borrow against the cash value of their life insurance policies tax-free, providing an additional source of capital for the business. The policy loans can be used to finance business expansion, purchase equipment, or meet any other cash flow needs. Borrowing against the policy allows business owners to avoid the lengthy and sometimes difficult process of applying for traditional bank loans.
Repay loans at a flexible pace: Infinite banking allows business owners to repay policy loans on their own terms, without a fixed schedule or pre-determined interest rates. This flexibility can be advantageous for managing cash flow, as businesses can repay loans when it is most convenient and financially feasible.
Maintain control over capital: Since infinite banking utilizes the cash value within life insurance policies, business owners maintain control over their capital. This reduces reliance on traditional lenders and enables entrepreneurs to make financial decisions in the best interests of their businesses.
Protect business assets: Whole life insurance policies not only provide a financial tool for cash flow management but also offer death benefits. These benefits can be used to support the business in the event of the owner’s passing, ensuring continuity and financial stability.
Tax advantages: The cash value growth within whole life insurance policies is tax-deferred, meaning that it accumulates without incurring taxes until it is withdrawn. Additionally, policy loans are generally tax-free as long as the policy remains in force.
Infinite Banking can also be used to create a “family bank” that allows you to build wealth within your family, provide financial support to family members, and pass on a financial legacy to future generations.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to establish a family bank using the Infinite Banking concept:
Establish a dividend-paying whole life insurance policy: Work with a knowledgeable financial professional to set up a whole life insurance policy with a mutual insurance company. Ensure the policy is structured to optimize cash value growth by selecting riders such as a high early cash value rider or a paid-up additions rider. Pay premiums consistently to build up the cash value in your policy.
Teach family members about Infinite Banking: Educate your family members about the concept of Infinite Banking and the benefits of using whole life insurance policies as a financial management tool. Encourage open communication and provide resources to help them understand the benefits and potential applications of the family bank.
Set guidelines for accessing the family bank: Create clear guidelines and expectations for how family members can access the funds within the family bank. Establish criteria for borrowing, such as providing a business plan, demonstrating financial responsibility, or outlining the purpose of the loan.
Use policy loans to support family members: When a family member needs financial assistance or wants to invest in an opportunity, you can take a policy loan from the whole life insurance policy’s cash value. This loan can be used to help finance education, business ventures, real estate investments, or other personal needs.
Repay the policy loans: Encourage family members to repay the policy loans, including interest, over a predetermined time frame. This repayment helps replenish the cash value in your policy, ensuring that funds are available for future family members to access.
Expand the family bank with additional policies: As your family grows, consider establishing additional whole life insurance policies on family members, including spouses, children, and grandchildren. This approach allows you to expand the family bank, build wealth across generations, and provide financial support to multiple family members.
Pass on a financial legacy: Whole life insurance policies not only serve as a foundation for the family bank but also provide a death benefit that can be passed on to your beneficiaries tax-free. This benefit ensures that your family’s financial legacy continues and provides financial support to future generations.
By using Infinite Banking to create a family bank, you can leverage the cash value of whole life insurance policies to provide financial support to your family members, foster a sense of financial responsibility, and pass on a financial legacy to future generations. This approach offers flexibility, control, and long-term financial stability for your family.
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New Delhi: Minister for Power and New and Renewable Energy RK Singh chaired a meeting in Jaipur on Thursday to review the progress of the Inter-State Transmission System in the country for the evacuation of power from rapidly growing Renewable Energy (RE) projects in the country. The review meeting focused on the progress of ISTS projects under planning, bidding and under implementation. The minister reviewed the Inter-Sate Transmission plan for RE resource-rich states like Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.
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The bottlenecks being faced in project execution were deliberated in detail and directions to resolve the issues for early completion were issued by the minister. Singh emphasised that the transmission planning shall take into consideration emerging requirements such as offshore wind generation in Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, Green Hydrogen production, and an increase in the conventional generation capacity to meet the growing demand. The inter and intra-state transmission plan for the northeastern states were also reviewed in detail to meet the power demand of this region in 2030 and also to evacuate power from upcoming hydro projects in the region. He directed that the transmission plan shall be dynamic and sensitive to the changing needs of the sector and the development of transmission infrastructure shall be ahead of generation so that there are no evacuation constraints.
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Amplification and Damping
In systems with periodicity, timing is everything. If cycles are timed to coincide, they become strengthened or amplified. Synchronization grows within a system through a process called recruitment.
Recruitment is just a label for the ongoing process of synchronization. As more units are added to a pulsing rhythm, the pulse grows larger and even more units join them (a positive feedback process).
Buck, the researcher mentioned on the previous page who used a flashlight to stimulate fireflies, noticed recruitment. He wrote that "pairs and then trios began to pulse in unison...until as many as a dozen pairs of fireflies were blinking on and off in perfect concert."
When small rhythms are synchronized this way, they can become very powerful. Recall the description of riverbanks in Thailand, thick with fireflies, flashing like a powerful strobe light.
This positive feedback effect, in which many small rhythms are combined into one larger rhythm, can be destructive in some situations. Poorly constructed bleachers in a stadium, or balconies in an apartment complex, may collapse if multiple people start dancing or stamping their feet in unison.
A bleacher or balcony will normally rebound after a weight is dropped on it. It oscillates if people are jumping up and down on it. However, if many people start stamping their feet in unison, the vibrations are synchronized, amplifying the motion until (sometimes) the system breaks.
An example of recruitment in the nervous system is the epileptic seizure. It starts as a small disturbance in the nervous system, and then the disturbance builds upon itself in a positive feedback reaction.
Additional nerve cells are recruited as the feedback reaction becomes larger. If enough neurons are recruited, the surges of activity are more than the system can handle and it shuts down, resulting in a grand mal seizure with unconsciousness.
Some people with epilepsy can feel this activity starting and relax themselves to prevent it from spreading. People with so-called petit mal (small sickness) epilepsy might have no more symptoms than a brief fluttering of the eyelids or moment of inattention (a petit mal seizure).
Grey Walter (1950) found that non-
Normally, each flash of a strobe light drives a big wave of activity through the brain, easily seen on EEG machines. This is called photic driving. (Driving, you might recall, is another name for pacemaking.) When the flash of the strobe is timed to reinforce a normal brain rhythm, the normal wave is amplified, sometimes resulting in seizure-like activity.
Repetitive flashes can trigger grand mal seizures resulting in unconsciousness in about 3% of children who are prone to seizures. The most famous example of this occurred when the "Denno Senshi Porygon" episode of Pokémon was broadcast in Japan. It had strong flickering scenes and produced seizures in a few children.
Sometimes drivers have accidents because sunlight flickers through a series of posts or trees on the side of the road, creating a strobe-like effect, causing a driver to lose consciousness. Fortunately, like the Pokémon effect, this is rare.
An opposite effect occurs if periodic disturbances are timed to cancel each other out. This is called damping (or, erroneously, dampening) a rhythm.
If you are in a canoe with several other people and they start singing a jolly song while swaying from right to left in unison, the boat will soon be in danger of capsizing. You can help keep it upright and prevent dampening by damping the rhythm, swaying the opposite way each time the group leans left or right.
Sound waves consist of oscillations: pressure waves in the air, commonly shown as a wavy line with peaks and valleys. If two speakers are wired the wrong way (out of phase) the sound waves cancel each other out.
The peak of one sound wave corresponds to the valley of the other sound wave. This creates a "dead spot" in the middle of the room.
That is why a pair of speaker wires is always marked in some way, with a ridge or white line on one wire but not the other. They must be installed the same way on both speakers (e.g. the marked side going to the red terminal, the unmarked side to the black).
The "dead spot" effect from waves canceling each other out is exploited intentionally in noise-canceling headphones. They use a small microphone to pick up noise from the environment. The exact opposite waveform (anti-noise) is fed into the audio signal to cancel out the noise.
As shown below, the anti-noise (bottom) is the same shape as the noise (top) but turned upside-down (phase reversed). Peaks of noise correspond to valleys of anti-noise.
Two sound waves cancel out if one is the inversion of the other.
The idea is to cancel out noise from the environment while leaving normal audio unaffected. The music or voice a person wants to hear is passed through to the ears, as it normally would be. Noise-canceling headphones work well to enable listening to voice or music in a noisy environment like an airplane.
A Case Study
We have reviewed several principles independently: hierarchical organization, feedback, oscillation, and more. In natural systems these may be intertwined in the same system.
Here is an example from an article in the journal Science by Sanchez, Welch, Nicastro, and Dogic (2011). In this single example we will see hierarchical organization, emergence, oscillation, recruitment, and synchrony.
The four researchers analyzed the mechanisms of flagella (whipping tails that allow single cells to move) and cilia (sheets of hair-like cells capable of wave-like motion, found in numerous body structures such as the human inner ear). The authors explained how these systems are built up from tiny tubes (microtubules) and molecular motors (dyneins), both well known to biologists.
First, the tubes self-assemble into active bundles. That is an example of self-
The little tubes are individually driven by molecular motors (dyneins) which all have a similar rhythm. They are gathered in bundles, so they spontaneously synchronize, moving together as one, producing the lashing back and forth motion that allows flagella (protozoa, bacteria, spermatozoa) to swim.
The authors, Sanchez, Welch, Nicastro, and Dogic, made the following comments:
New behavior frequently emerges as complex structures are assembled from simpler components. In biology, an example of such hierarchical structure is the axoneme [the central strand of a cilium or flagellum].
...The activity of thousands of dyneins [molecular motors] within each axoneme is regulated to form oscillatory beating patterns, an emergent behavior that is qualitatively different from the linearly moving isolated dynein motors...
...At the next level of hierarchy, axonemes are the essential building blocks of dense ciliary fields, where thousands of individual cilia beat in tightly coordinated fashion. (Sanchez, Welch, Nicastro, and Dogic, 2011, p.456)
The researchers first analyzed the building blocks or components of the system (microtubules and dyneins). Then they identified how the components were assembled into a hierarchical structure, producing emergent properties: oscillation, recruitment, and synchrony.
Their work is important because flagella (the whipping tails) and cilia (sheets of hair like cells) are two types of structures found in numerous biological systems. They are also highly conserved in evolution, maintained in the same form for millions of years. The same structures are found in bacteria and humans.
Once these problems were solved in evolution (over a billion years ago in the case of flagella) the genetic solutions were passed on unchanged (conserved) precisely because the solution was unique and effective. Organisms became dependent on these mechanisms and died if they could not manufacture flagella or cilia.
Sanchez, T., Welch, D., Nicastro, D. &and Dogic, Z (2011) Cilia-like beating of active microtubule bundles. Science, 333, 456-459.
Walter, W. G. (1950) The functions of the electrical rhythms of the brain. Journal of Mental Sciences, 46, 1
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Tom Brake: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions if he will list the speeches which (a) he and (b) other Ministers from his Department have made to external organisations and businesses since 7 June 2001, in each case providing details of where the speech is publicly available; if he will place copies of speeches not available in the Library; and if he will make a statement.
Dr. Whitehead: DTLR Ministers have undertaken a very wide range of speaking engagements since 7 June 2001. A record of all speeches is not held centrally and could be compiled only at disproportionate cost. Key ministerial speeches are available on the DTLR website address: http://www.dtlr.gov.uk/about/ministers/speeches/ index.htm. Copies will be placed in the Libraries of the House.
Tom Brake: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions what technical support contracts were awarded by the Health and Safety Executive between 1 January and 31 December 1997.
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Mr. Gordon Prentice: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions if he will collect statistics on the religious affiliation of staff employed in local government with special reference to Muslim women in the work force; and if he will make a statement.
Dr. Whitehead: My Department has no plans to do so. Some local authorities already collect and monitor statistics relating to diversity and equal opportunity issues. However, this does not currently include religious affiliation of staff. In 2003 legislation against discrimination of grounds of religion or belief will come into force in order to comply with our responsibilities under the employment directive. All employers, including local authorities, will need to consider how best to meet their responsibilities under this legislation. The best employers will recognise the advantages of a fully diverse work force.
Mr. Evans: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions what publicly owned accommodation is made available to him in his official role; how many nights he has been in residence at each of these properties in the last 12 months; and what the total cost is of maintaining each of these properties.
Mr. Chaytor: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, pursuant to her reply to the hon. Member for Hazel Grove (Mr. Stunell), of 15 April 2002, Official Report, column 748W, on British Nuclear Fuels, if she will place in the Library a copy of BNFL's safety case for the receipt, handling and storage of the faulty mox on the Sellafield site.
Mr. Wilson: No. Safety cases submitted to meet HSE's Nuclear Installations Inspectorate's specific regulatory requirements are "relevant information" under s28 of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and may not be made public when the licensee withholds consent.
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Mr. Swire: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what recent representations she has received regarding a change in the law concerning probation periods; and what plans she has to review this part of employment law.
Mr. Swire: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what recent research she has commissioned into the rights of employees working probationary periods prior to full-time contracts; and if she will publish the results of such research.
The primary responsibility for avoiding fatalities arising from work-related accidents and ill health rests with employers and workers. The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) and Health and Safety Executive have statutory responsibilities to promote health and safety and, with local authorities to enforce the law.
In 1999 the Government and the HSC recognised that improvement in health and safety including reducing the number of fatalities had reached a plateau and for that reason launched a review of health and safety. This resulted in the Revitalising Health and Safety Strategy and the first ever 10 year national health and safety targets.
HSC's Strategic Plan sets out how HSC will focus its effort to deliver the Revitalising Targets. This includes priority programmes focusing on areas of major concern in relation to fatalities, as well as accidents and ill health.
Mr. Bercow: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what the mandate of the Restricted Committee of the Safety and Health Commission for the Mining and other extractive industries is; how many times it has met over the last 12 months; what the UK representation on it is; what the annual cost of its work is to public funds; if she will list the items currently under its consideration; if she will take steps to increase its accountability and transparency to Parliament; and if she will make a statement.
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representatives from the governments of the member states of the European Union which meets immediately prior to the full meetings of the main committee. Its role is to prepare the meetings of the main committee which is a tripartite body.
advising on the issues involved in compiling comparable accident statistics;
facilitating the exchange of information and experience among persons responsible for health and safety matters;
proposing appropriate measures for ensuring the necessary liaison among the rescue services of the Community countries.
The committee meets twice a year. The secretariat is provided by the European Commission, which provides interpreting services etc. The European Commission also pays the travel expenses of the representatives. The costs to UK public funds are therefore the accommodation costs for the staff attending meetings (less than £1000 per year) and their salary costs.
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The Importance of Applying Established Web Site Design Principles on an Online Performance Management System
An online performance management system was evaluated, and recommendations were made to improve the system. The study shows the effects of not adhering to the established web design principles and conventions. Furthermore, the study indicates that if the online performance management system is not well designed, it may have negative effects on the overall usability of the system and these negative effects will have consequences for both the employer and employees. The evaluation was done in terms of the usability metrics of effectiveness, efficiency and user satisfaction. Effectiveness was measured in terms of the success rate with which users could execute prescribed tasks in a sandbox system. Efficiency was expressed in terms of the time it took participants to understand what is expected of them and to execute the tasks. Post-test questionnaires were used in order to determine the satisfaction of the participants. Recommendations were made to improve the usability of the online performance management system.
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Dr. Pepino is an Associate Professor of Ingestive Behavior at the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, and the Division of Nutritional Sciences and a Health Innovator Professor in Carle Illinois College of Medicine. She received her B.S. degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, from the Faculty of Chemical Sciences, National University of Córdoba, Argentina, in 1995 and a Ph. D. in Chemistry from the same university in 2001. After completing her graduate degree, she was a post-doctoral research fellow at Monell Center in Philadelphia. Before joining the University of Illinois, she was a Research Assistant Professor at the Center for Human Nutrition, Washington University School of Medicine. In recent years, her research has focused on individual differences in taste perception, food preferences, and ingestive behavior. Among the individual differences, she has a particular interest in studying those related to obesity and addiction. In 2011, Dr. Pepino was the recipient of the 20th Annual Moskowitz Jacobs Award for Research in Psychophysics of Human Taste and Smell, a prestigious award given by the International Association for Chemoreception Sciences. Dr. Pepino’s current research interests include understanding 1) the effect of bariatric surgery-induced weight loss on flavor perception and eating and drinking behavior; 2) human fat sensory perception, and 3) the effect of non-caloric sweeteners on taste preference and glucose homeostasis and 4) taste and smell function in clinical populations.
Dr. Neda Seyedsadjadi is a postdoctoral fellow at the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition. She has a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Nutrition sciences and obtained a Ph.D. degree in Physiology and Pharmacology from the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia in 2018. Before joining the University of Illinois, she was a postdoctoral research officer at the Centre for Lifestyle Medicine at Australasian Research Institute, Sydney, Australia. Neda’s current research interest is understanding pharmacokinetics and pharmacological effects of alcohol and metabolic and biochemical changes after bariatric surgery.
Clara Salame is a Ph.D. student in the Division of Nutritional Sciences. She is a US registered Dietitian with a Master’s in Clinical and Public Health Nutrition from the University College London, UK. Prior to that, she received her B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics, Coordinated Program from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon. Clara’s research interests are in ingestive behavior, particularly the effect of low-calorie sweeteners on sweet taste receptors and glucose metabolism.
Jessica Nicanor Carreon is a Ph.D. student in the Division of Nutritional Sciences. She completed a Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from the National Institute of Public Health in Mexico. Prior to that, she received her B.A. in Nutrition and Wellness from Tecnologico de Monterrey also in Mexico. She graduated with honors in both programs. Jessica’s research interests are clinical nutrition, obesity, bariatric surgery, and ingestive behavior. Her current research focuses on changes in flavor perception after bariatric surgery, and how this can influence eating behavior.
Dr. Stephanie Okoye is a master’s student in the Division of Nutritional Sciences. She is a registered pharmacist in the state of Illinois and obtained her Pharm D degree from Rosalind Franklin University. She has a prior B.S. in Biochemistry from Easter Michigan University. She is originally from Nigeria and her interest in food taste research is strongly influenced by how spice taste preferences vary across cultures. She is currently involved in research seeking to understand the associations between low-calorie sweetener use and sweet taste perception.
Mariel Molina is a Ph.D. student in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition. She has a bachelor’s and a licentiate degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Costa Rica. Prior to that, she worked as a nutrition consultant for UNICEF and as a clinical nutritionist in a public hospital in San José, Costa Rica. Mariel’s current research interest is in ingestive behavior, particularly in the effect of low-calorie sweeteners on sweet taste receptors and glucose metabolism.
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In April 2021, having just raised $70 million in a Series D funding, Francesco Simoneschi, Co-Founder and CEO of TrueLayer, was thinking about expansion plans. Should the company focus on product innovation, broadening its line-up within the 13 countries in which it operated, or should it look to grow beyond its European base? In the five years since its founding in July 2016, the TrueLayer team had made significant progress, winning customers and opening up new markets. Now they needed to chart the next stage of their growth.
In 2018 European regulators had mandated banks to allow customers more control over their bank data, hence the general term “open banking”. The directive had come after years of debate about how best to introduce innovation and lower costs for consumers. The challenge for incumbent banks was that they earned a large proportion of their income from transaction and other fees. Naturally, they were reluctant to embrace the concept of open banking. Moreover, it was not common for consumers to switch banks.
- Learn how new entrants can exploit regulatory changes that disrupt an established industry
- Illustrate the interests and incentives of incumbents
- Understand why it often takes new firms to develop innovative solutions for consumers
- Illustrate the challenges in deciding whether to grow by expanding product range versus entering new markets
- Understand how a new entrant can best position itself within an evolving ecosystem
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Interview with E.C. Myers, author of <em>Fair Coin</em>, plus giveaway!
[box type="note"]Today we're uber excited to have the very dashing E.C. Myers joining us for a drink! E.C. Myers was assembled in the U.S. from Korean and German parts. When he isn't writing, he reads, plays video games, watches films, sleeps as little as possible, and spends far too much time on the internet. FAIR COIN is his first young adult novel.[/box]
Sixteen-year-old Ephraim Scott is horrified when he comes home from school and finds his mother unconscious at the kitchen table, clutching a bottle of pills. The reason for her suicide attempt is even more disturbing: she thought she’d identified Ephraim’s body at the hospital that day. Among his dead double’s belongings, Ephraim finds a strange coin—a coin that grants wishes when he flips it. With a flick of his thumb, he can turn his alcoholic mother into a model parent and catch the eye of the girl he’s liked since second grade. But the coin doesn’t always change things for the better. And a bad flip can destroy other people’s lives as easily as it rebuilds his own. The coin could give Ephraim everything he’s ever wanted—if he learns to control its power before his luck runs out.
Read on for some fabulous interview answers from the author himself, plus the chance to win a copy of the book and some swag of your very own! And the competition's international! 1. Welcome to Pub Crawl! We're so excited to have you on board! We have to know: when you started writing FAIR COIN, what was the inspiration behind it? A dream? A musical clip? Plain, old-fashioned brainstorming? I don’t remember what first sparked the idea, if anything, but an image popped into my head of a boy flipping a coin into a wishing fountain. A ripple spread out from the fountain, changing the world around him to conform to his wish, but leaving him unchanged. It played out like a scene from a movie with CGI effects. A lot of my story ideas begin visually, possibly because I’ve always been a TV and film junkie, and my first serious attempts at writing were all screenplays. 2. That's a fantastic image! And we here at Pub Crawl are pretty big TV and film junkies ourselves! Tell us this: what was the biggest challenge in writing FAIR COIN? Figuring out how the coin works and then explaining it clearly enough for readers to follow. The coin had to have very specific rules and limitations, which varied with the conditions in which it was being used. Plus, every time Ephraim uses the coin, the world changes, which turned plot and character continuity into a logistical nightmare. I usually don’t outline my novels, so I was working out many details as I wrote the book; I actually reached a point 3/4s of the way through the first draft where I had to stop and get everything straight. It took me three days of brainstorming to work it all out, and I was getting pretty nervous because I realized that if I couldn’t come up with the answer, I didn’t have a book. The ending was also difficult to write; it changed completely between that first draft and the revision. 3. Oh wow, that's enough to make my eyes cross! Tell us a little about your journey to publication? Sometimes it felt like hauling the One Ring to Mordor. But it actually was rather typical, a textbook example of how most authors probably get published—the timeline varies, but the steps are generally the same. I wrote and published many short stories for six years before writing Fair Coin, which was my first attempt at a novel. I did four revisions before I started querying agents. It took seven months to an offer of representation, and I worked on one more revision with my agent before we went on submission. Then we had some near misses and a lot of rejections, and two years later we sold it to Pyr. From that point, it was only another fifteen months before the book was finally published. While all that was happening, I wrote three other novels, the sequel and two standalones, so I consider it time well spent. 4. Ha! Lucky you didn't run into Gollum on the way! And we're very happy you made it to the end! Now, spill! If you were transported into your book, which scene would you most want to reenact? The “Rabbit season! Duck season!” scene between Ephraim and Zoe, which was of course itself a sort of reenactment of a classic Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck short. 5. A reenactment of a reenactment. You're awesome. Turning away from FAIR COIN for a moment, what are you reading right now? I’m reading Bitterblue by Kristin Cashore—one of the perks of having friends in publishing who are kind enough to share their ARCs with me. I loved Graceling and Fire, and I’m really enjoying this one so far. 6. You have excellent taste, sir. Now, let's test it a little further: if you could spend a night at the pub with any 3 authors (alive or dead) who would it be and why? I’m going to choose authors who unfortunately are no longer with us, because I hope I still might be able to buy drinks for those who are still living. Definitely William Sleator, because his book Interstellar Pig introduced me to science fiction, and that genre has shaped my tastes in reading and writing so much. He’s had a big influence on my work, especially his darker, provocative books Singularity and House of Stairs. I’d also like to chat with E. Nesbit, who probably informed my ideas about fantasy and magic—and particularly the unforeseen consequences of wishes—as much as Sleator did for science fiction. And Robert C. O’Brien, because he only wrote a handful of books, and I wonder what other stories he might have told if he had lived longer; maybe he could give me some ideas. The Silver Crown worked its way into my head the way I hope one of my books will for a young reader someday.
7. You have amazing taste! But wait! Pub Brawl!!!!! What weapon are you wielding? I’m gonna need a melee weapon, and if I can choose anything—since this is a fantasy after all—I’m going with the Sword of Omens from Thundercats. That should clear the room pretty quickly, and with style. Guys, he's not kidding: look, he has the sword! Guess who we're taking to our next big fight?
A copy of FAIR COIN of your very own!
A limited edition coin case (with chocolate coin inside, nom)!
A signed bookmark!
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Genetic variation in the human population may lead to functional variants of genes that contribute to risk for common chronic diseases such as cancer. In an effort to detect such possible predisposing variants, we constructed haplotypes for a candidate gene and tested their efficacy in association studies. We developed haplotypes consisting of 14 biallelic neutral-sequence variants that span 142 kb of the ATM locus. ATM is the gene responsible for the autosomal recessive disease ataxia-telangiectasia (AT). These ATM noncoding single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were genotyped in nine CEPH families (89 individuals) and in 260 DNA samples from four different ethnic origins. Analysis of these data with an expectation-maximization algorithm revealed 22 haplotypes at this locus, with three major haplotypes having frequencies > or = .10. Tests for recombination and linkage disequilibrium (LD) show reduced recombination and extensive LD at the ATM locus, in all four ethnic groups studied. The most striking example was found in the study population of European ancestry, in which no evidence for recombination could be discerned. The potential of ATM haplotypes for detection of genetic variants through association studies was tested by analysis of 84 individuals carrying one of three ATM coding SNPs. Each coding SNP was detected by association with an ATM haplotype. We demonstrate that association studies with haplotypes for candidate genes have significant potential for the detection of genetic backgrounds that contribute to disease. | <urn:uuid:81e85283-ddb6-4103-a0a2-e8162906aba5> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11078475/ | 2023-09-24T22:36:10Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.936148 | 303 |
The existing literature on neuroimaging studies of auditory verbal hallucinations (AVHs) in patients with schizophrenia contains an apparent "paradox" in that the same areas in the auditory cortex seem to be both activated and deactivated in relation to AVHs, depending on whether an external auditory stimulus is present or not. We performed meta-analyses of neuroimaging studies examining patients with schizophrenia during the processing of auditory stimuli and in individuals experiencing hallucinations in the absence of auditory stimuli to examine whether the auditory cortex shows the paradoxical decrease/increase pattern across studies. Databases PubMed and ISI Web of Knowledge were queried with the combination of the keywords "auditory verbal hallucinations", "auditory hallucinations", "fMRI", "PET", "imaging", yielding 11 studies involving comparison between schizophrenia and control group during external auditory stimulation, and 12 studies of hallucinating subjects experiencing AVHs and resting in the absence of auditory stimulation. The data were analyzed using Activation Likelihood Estimation method. The results showed overlapping increased activation in the absence of an external stimulus, and decreased activation in the presence of an external auditory stimulus in the left primary auditory cortex and in the right rostral prefrontal cortex, confirming the "paradoxical" brain activation in relation to AVHs. It is suggested that the "paradox" may be caused by an attentional bias towards internally generated information and failure of down- and up-regulation of the default mode and auditory processing networks, respectively, with the consequence that the spontaneous activation in the absence of an external stimulus shuts down the perceptual apparatus for further processing.
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Background Digital templating is an essential part of preoperative planning in elective total hip replacement (THR) surgery. The goals of templating are to predict femoral and acetabular implant sizes, to assess leg length, offset, and implant positioning. Templating markers such as the KingMark device (Brainlab, Munich, Germany) have been developed to improve the accuracy. Although templating is commonly used in many centres, there are challenges related to the accuracy of the process, such as true magnification ideal positioning of the pelvis and hips/body habit (obesity). Objectives The aim of this study was to assess the accuracy of preoperative templating in THR patients, and to assess the difference between templating performed with and without the KingMark device. Methods Our retrospective study included 642 consecutive patients who had primary THR at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital in the UK. Four hundred fifty-three (71%) of patients had the KingMark device on their templated radiographs. Patients who had hybrid total hip replacements using an uncemented acetabular component and cemented femoral component were included in the study. Digital templating was done using TraumaCad software (Brainlab). Analysis of the accuracy of predicting component size has been evaluated by comparing preoperative planned sizes with implanted sizes as documented by the surgeons and labels attached to the operative note. Results The templated size corresponded to the actual femoral implant used in approximately 65.2% of cases. When femoral prostheses within one size above or below the templated size were included,the accuracy of preoperative templating rose to 97.2%. Regarding the uncemented acetabular component, the templated size corresponded to the actual acetabular implant used in 46.3% of cases. When acetabular cup within one size above or below the templated size were included, the accuracy of preoperative templating rose to 87.5%. Similarly, there was minimal difference between the predicted templated sizes using the KingMark device compared to templating performed without it. Conclusions Preoperative templating is an essential part in optimizing the outcome of THRs. Templating allows the surgeon to estimate the size of the components to be used. It also provides a starting point, from which the surgeon can proceed from, and saves valuable intraoperative time by assessing the level of the femoral neck osteotomy and the degree of lateral rasping. Multiple factors affect the accuracy of preoperative templating including the patient BMI, external rotation of the hip and surgeon's experience. Although there are different methods of templating, digital templating with 2D radiographs is likely the most cost-effective and efficient process available at this time.
Keywords: accuracy; digital planning; kingmark; preoperative templating; total hip arthroplasty: tha.
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Nike Air Max 97 SE 'Off Noir'
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Summary: The Coffee Chat on health systems strengthening focused on the pathways through which CSOs and the government can collaborate and synergise. A discussion with the audience members concluded the session.
- Mittali Sethi, IAS officer (currently serving as the CEO, Zilla Parishad, Chandrapur)
- Yogesh Bharsat, IAS officer (currently serving as CEO, Vidisha)
- Minal Karanwal, IAS officer (currently serving as a Sub Divisional Officer and Project Officer, ITDP in Nandurbar)
- Sunil Babu, Chief of Party, Bihar Technical Support Program for CARE India and
- Sourav Mazumdar, Team Leader–Communications, CARE India
- Ruchika Singh, Associate Director – Policy at J-PAL South Asia
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This study utilizes Chilean data for analyzing the factors that affect the expectations of private forecasters (PFs), and, in particular, for determining whether they are influenced by the Central Bank of Chile's (CBC's) forecasts. Robust evidence suggests that short-term inflation expectations are influenced directly by the CBC's forecasts, while the evidence is weaker for medium-term predictions. This is the case even though the CBC's short-term inflation forecasts do not seem to contain any additional information that is of use for PFs when making their predictions. PFs' short-term growth expectations seem to incorporate the CBC's forecasts only when they are published in the second half of the year, when the CBC may have private information, e.g., about future data revisions.
- Central bank projections
- Inflation and growth forecasts
- Monetary policy
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September 1 International Day of Trade Union Action for Peace sees mobilizations around the world
By Dave McKee
Under the leadership of the World Federation of Trade Unions (WFTU) labour unions all over the world organized actions on September 1, calling for “more expenditures for healthcare, education and social security – not for NATO weapons and imperialist interventions.”
This is a strong example of what it means for unions to engage in class struggle, especially for unions in Canada where there are currently no WFTU affiliates. While there are certainly unions here which campaign for peace, disarmament and withdrawal from NATO, the labour movement generally veers away from action on such issues and outsources that work to the NDP, BQ or even the Liberals. The result is a union membership that is disengaged from these important issues, and labour’s effective endorsement of milquetoast solutions. This is a pity, since the labour movement has generally had solid policies in these areas.
For many years, the WFTU and its members have mobilized for the International Day of Trade Union Action for Peace, marking the invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany on September 1, 1939. The day was established by the global class-oriented trade union movement to remember and honour the millions of victims of fascism during World War Two, as well as the victims of imperialist war and aggression including through the expanding power and profiteering of monopoly capitalism.
In the call to this year’s day of action, the WFTU stressed the escalating danger of war. “Nowadays, the world is facing a phase of extreme intensification of political, economic and military antagonism. Imperialist forces – especially the US, NATO and European Union – aim to control and exploit our planet’s economic resources, strengthen their spheres of influence and redraw borders. Inter-imperialist antagonisms are constantly exacerbated, armed conflicts are maintained and intensified, and the dangers to world peace are grave.”
In response to the call, WFTU members and allies organized actions in their countries, calling for an immediate end to imperialist interventions, embargoes and sanctions, and demanding the dissolution of NATO and the dismantling of nuclear weapons arsenals. Many unions joined with peace organizations, particularly those affiliated with the World Peace Council, to call for an intensified struggle against current interventions and wars including the war in Ukraine, accelerated militarization of international relations, and soaring military expenditures. They also reiterated the need to fully respect the sovereignty, independence, and right of every people to freely choose the path of their economic and social development.
The WFTU drew attention to the impact that the economic aspect of war and aggression has on working people. “We denounce the exclusions, discriminations, embargoes and sanctions imposed by the US, NATO and the EU against various countries, as they negatively impact the standard of living of low-income families, workers, poor small farmers and the people in general.”
The global labour body also condemned the decision of the NATO Summit to add new Regional Plans and to push members of the military alliance to spend a minimum of 2 percent of their GDP on military spending. These actions, warned the WFTU Secretariat, “sharpen the confrontation and deepen the preparations and risk for a generalized imperialist conflict with disastrous consequences for the ordinary people who always pay the cost of imperialist antagonism through death, displacement and the deterioration of their living and working conditions.”
This year’s Day of Trade Union Action for Peace is especially important because of working people’s general experience of skyrocketing prices, high inflation and long-term austerity policies, all of which have severely diminished incomes and living standards around the world. As the WFTU noted, “In an era where all workers’ demands for education, health, social security and dignified living conditions are rejected by capitalist governments under the pretext of lack of resources, the further increase in military spending is provocative as well as revealing of their intentions.”
Do we really need a clearer statement about how capitalist priorities continually veer from the interests of working people, in order to fund the desires of profit-seeking monopolies?
In the current global dangerous situation – with the triple threat of generalized war, climate catastrophe and deep economic crisis – we might reasonably expect to see a large and growing anti-war movement with labour at its core. But this isn’t the reality today – instead, the mainstream view is that the road to peace is through war, and Ukraine is the example. Perversely, offers of a ceasefire and negotiations leading to a political solution are treated as a compromise instead of a victory, and compromise is considered an unacceptable defeat.
Part of the problem is that the drive to war is the predominant ideology in Canada, along with most advanced capitalist countries. But this is to be expected – perhaps a larger part of the problem is that the labour movement, which should represent the organized and class-conscious element of the working class, has been steadily retreating from a class struggle approach to war, militarism and international affairs. At the very least, this is true of the bulk of the labour leadership, who tend to be guided by right-wing social democratic ideology.
So, rather than a principled and class-based position against the war in Ukraine – and specifically the actions of Canada’s government, in lockstep with the war mongers in the US and NATO, to provoke and militarily encircle Russia – the Canadian Labour Congress issued a fluffy statement which called the invasion “unprovoked” and called for opening Canada’s borders to Ukrainian refugees. Of course, support for refugees from this or any war is important, and the fact that Russia was highly provoked doesn’t mean the invasion was justified.
But for the labour leadership to cast Russia as the sole aggressor, to ignore the years of provocation and aggression from the US-EU-NATO cartel, and to paint Ukraine’s far-right and murderous regime as the victim – this is an absolute abdication of working-class solidarity and internationalism. It is the highest union body, presenting to millions of workers a simplistic narrative with naïve black-and-white conclusions, that is larded with morality instead of even a basic class analysis. It suits the interests of the warmongers and severely hampers efforts to achieve peace and justice.
Labour in Canada needs to understand that the war, while seemingly far off in Ukraine, is seated on our doorstep right beside the more obviously immediate issues of falling wages, soaring prices, mass layoffs, climate crisis, privatization of health and social services, and many others. They’re all seated together precisely because they are all inter-related aspects of the contradictions of the capitalist society in which we live.
Labour in Canada needs to take a lead from the WFTU and directly link war and militarism with cuts to programs that serve working people’s needs – healthcare, education, childcare, climate and environmental justice, job creation, higher wages and living standards, social housing and more. By linking these issues, the labour leadership can put them back into the hands of working people and engage the incredible power of the working class to fight for their resolution.
It is illusory to believe that we can resolve these issues under capitalism – that can only occur with socialism, which replaces the logic of profit with a planned, democratic economy based on meeting human and environmental need. But at the same time, the threats are great, and the clock is ticking – we cannot wait for socialism but need to build the class struggle now to confront these dangers. Such a struggle can become a force for the fundamental change that is needed.
But labour needs to act. As the World Federation of Trade Unions clearly indicated on September 1, working people cannot choose between prosperity at home and peace at home – these are two parts of the same struggle.
[Photo: Unions in Cyprus mobilize for International Day of Trade Union Action for Peace]
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Sentence module represents an entire CoNLL sentence, which is composed of two main parts: the comments and the tokens.
Document and Paragraph ID¶
The document and paragraph id of a sentence are automatically inferred from a CoNLL treebank given sentence comments. Reassigning ids must be done through comments on the sentence level, and there is no API for simplifying this reassignment.
These are the meat of the sentence. Tokens can be accessed through their id defined in the CoNLL annotation as a string or as a numeric index. So the same indexing syntax understands,
Defines the Sentence type and the associated parsing and output logic.
A sentence in a CoNLL-U file. A sentence consists of several components.
First, are comments. Each sentence must have two comments per UD v2 guidelines, which are sent_id and text. Comments are stored as a dict in the meta field. For singleton comments with no key-value structure, the value in the dict has a value of None.
Note the sent_id field is also assigned to the id property, and the text field is assigned to the text property for usability, and their importance as comments. The text property is read only along with the paragraph and document id. This is because the paragraph and document id are not defined per Sentence but across multiple sentences. Instead, these fields can be changed through changing the metadata of the Sentences.
Then comes the token annotations. Each sentence is made up of many token lines that provide annotation to the text provided. While a sentence usually means a collection of tokens, in this CoNLL-U sense, it is more useful to think of it as a collection of annotations with some associated metadata. Therefore the text of the sentence cannot be changed with this class, only the associated annotations can be changed.
Defines equality for a sentence.
Parameters: other – The other Sentence to compare for equality against this one. Returns: True if the this Sentence and the other one are the same. Sentences are the same when their comments are the same and their tokens are the same. Line numbers are not including in the equality definition.
Return the desired tokens from the Sentence.
Parameters: key – The indicator for the tokens to return. Can either be an integer, a string, or a slice. For an integer, the numeric indexes of Tokens are used. For a string, the id of the Token is used. And for a slice the start and end must be the same data types, and can be both string and integer. Returns: If the key is a string then the appropriate Token. The key can also be a slice in which case a list of tokens is provided.
Construct a Sentence object from the provided CoNLL-U string.
- source – The raw CoNLL-U string to parse. Comments must precede token lines.
- _start_line_number – The starting line of the sentence. For internal use.
ParseError– If there is any token that was not valid.
Iterate through all the tokens in the Sentence including multiword tokens.
Get the length of this sentence.
Returns: The amount of tokens in this sentence. In the CoNLL-U sense, this includes both all the multiword tokens and their decompositions.
Convert the sentence to a CoNLL-U representation.
Returns: A string representing the Sentence in CoNLL-U format.
Get the document id associated with this Sentence. Read-only.
Returns: The document id or None if no id is associated.
Get the sentence id.
Returns: The sentence id. If there is none, then returns None.
Check if the key is present as a singleton or as a pair.
Parameters: key – The value to check for in the comments. Returns: True if the key was provided as a singleton or as a key value pair. False otherwise.
Returns the value associated with the key in the metadata (comments).
Parameters: key – The key whose value to look up. Returns: The value associated with the key as a string. If the key is a singleton then None is returned. Raises:
KeyError– If the key is not present in the comments.
Get the paragraph id associated with this Sentence. Read-only.
Returns: The paragraph id or None if no id is associated.
Set the metadata or comments associated with this Sentence.
- key – The key for the comment.
- value – The value to associate with the key. If the comment is a singleton, this field can be ignored or set to None.
Get the continuous text for this sentence. Read-only.
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What’s a Cubby Home?
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Cirque du Soleil has had a strong history of weaving stories, often of the mythical variety, into their amazing circus performances. Then they add some special effects that are so phenomenal, you can’t help but think they’re real. With TORUK – The First Flight, they flip the script a bit, quite literally, by weaving circus arts into a cohesive story. A hero’s journey, of course. TORUK – The First Flight is based in Pandora, the lush world from Avatar, James Cameron’s 2009 epic film. It takes place 3000 years before the movie.
TORUK – The First Flight: The Story
Ralu and Entu, lifelong friends and members of the Na’vi Omaticaya Clan, have finally come of age. They take part in their clan’s Initiation ceremony where one passes… and one fails. Soon after, an earthquake hits and the Shaman sees a vision of the destruction of the Tree of Souls. The Omaticaya fear for the future of the Na’Vi, so the two boys set out on a quest to save the tree. They must visit four other clans to obtain objects to help summon the much-feared flying Toruk, but the clans do not trust each other and the obstacles are great. They are joined by spirited Tsyal of the Tawkami Clan who defies her father to help them. The trios journey eventually takes them to Hallelujah Mountains where they come face to face with the great Toruk. But will they be table to tame it? And will they make it back in time to save the Tree of Souls and the Na’vi?
Of the several Cirque du Soleil shows I have seen, TORUK – The First Flight feels the least like a circus. Where you’ll often find a wide range of circus acts throughout their shows, the circus arts are well-integrated into TORUK and there are few of the large-scale acts you may be used to. There are no traditional contortionist, juggling, unicycle, hand-balancing, trapeze, high-wire, or Russian swing acts. Instead you’ll find plenty of tumbling, balancing, aerial silks and rope, poles, and some other creative aerial acts. There is also quite a bit of puppetry, as well as a beautiful scene with soaring kites.
I don’t want to give too much away, but the special effects in this show are truly amazing. With some clever choices in sound effects and lighting, as well as the gorgeous projected scenery, you a are easily transported through the wilds of Pandora. They also manage to capture the raw power of nature. The set takes up the entire floor and every bit of it is transformed. Sometimes even the audience is transformed!
TORUK – The First Flight App
If you do head off to see TORUK, make sure you download the app first (Android, iOS). While I’m a big fan of putting cell phones away during the show (including for photos), this is the first time I’ve seen an app that actually interacts with the show itself. Unfortunately, I wasn’t aware of that before I arrived and it took most of the first act to download the app. And then I didn’t know you had to check-in for it to work. So, learn from my lesson… download the app in advance. When you check-in, it will ask for your exact seat in the theater. At several moments throughout the show, you’ll get a notification (it should vibrate if your sound is off) to use your phone to interact with the performance. I don’t want to give away all of the fun, but there is a thunderstorm at one point. You’ll hold up your phone and the app will trigger your flash to go off in synchronization with others in your area, to simulate lightning. It’s just kind of fun, especially for kids.
See TORUK – The First Flight Near You
Unfortunately, TORUK is only in the Boston area for a few days (it’s at the DCU center through 12/13). That’s OK, because it’s still in previews. It opens officially on December 21 in Montreal. It will be back in Providence in June, 2016, though, so buy your tickets for that. It’s worth it. If you’re not in the Boston area, there’s good news, because chances are you haven’t missed it yet. You can see TORUK – The First Flight tour dates and buy tickets on the Cirque du Soleil website. The ticket range in Providence is $35-120. It’s an expansive set, so even the balcony seats should be amazing.
TORUK – The First Flight with Kids
In some ways, this is one of the better Cirque du Soleil shows for kids. There are none of the weird, creepy characters that Cirque often employs, and no suggestive content. There is a strong plot, and a narrator to help you follow the action. Sure, there’s a little less circus flashiness, but the special effects and plot more than make up for that. The run time is 1 hour and 30 minutes with a 20 minute intermission.
Do be forewarned that this is an adventure story with some peril and potentially scary special effects. It’s not a great choice for really little ones or for kids who are particularly sensitive. I’ve got a 10-year-old who deals with sensory overload at times and also intense scenes/themes. He struggled a bit, especially early on.
This is one of my favorite Cirque du Soleil shows, but I have to say that it is not the best show if you’re looking for a lot of flashy circus acrobatics. It’s more like seeing a Broadway show than a circus. As my kids study circus, I like to bring them out to inspire them. This certainly inspired my daughter, who is obsessed with aerial silks, but as I mentioned, the circus acts are toned down from what I’d normally expect to see at Cirque du Soleil. Go into it with that in mind and you’re bound to enjoy the show, however. It truly is a work of art.
Looking for a family-friendly Cirque show with more circus arts? Definitely check out Cirque du Soleil’s Kurios!
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What is Anthropology?
the study of the full scope of human diversity.
the study of ants.
the study of human fossil remains.
the study of cultural histories.
Anthropology’s approach to the study of human diversity helps us avoid the intellectual pitfalls of
What is NOT one of the primary four fields of anthropology?
The forces of globalization have changed
the communities that anthropologists study.
the methods that anthropologist use to do research.
how anthropologists communicate with their research participants.
all of the above.
Human culture is
taught through formal instruction.
hardwired into our DNA.
both A and C.
The framework that anthropologists use to challenge ethnocentrism is
norms and values.
mental maps of reality.
In early evolutionary frameworks of cultural variation, anthropologists tended to describe Western cultures as
The study of epigenetics tells us that
even our genes can be affected by the environment.
there is a clear-cut line between biology and culture.
men and women are different for hard-wired evolutionary reasons.
culture is determined by biology.
The roots of anthropological fieldwork lie in
Franz Boas’s dedication to “salvage anthropology.”
Margaret Mead’s role in bringing anthropological knowledge to bear on public debates.
the increased international movement of Europeans during the late nineteenth century.
the need to provide objective, scientific accounts of isolated cultures.
A successful ethnographer needs
expensive recording equipment.
excellent listening skills.
a way to maintain strict social distance from the community.
only a short amount of time to fully understand the local culture.
Having the people studied in an ethnography also write for the ethnography is an example of
The variety of a language that gets called “standard” is typically spoken by
all members of a society.
the most socially powerful group.
people who have completed at least two years of college.
The field of sociolinguistics studies
the ways that language and cultural categories intersect.
who determines the best language in a society.
how language changes over time.
the best words to use in a given situation.
The idea that different languages create different ways of thinking is called
the Chomskyan Hierarchy.
the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis.
the Western Apache Worldview.
Which animal is known to have language?
all great apes
The current concept of race has its roots in
the slave trade.
B and C.
The scientific foundations for race as a biological concept
have been proven countless times.
are easy to demonstrate by simply looking at people.
can be determined by looking at genes.
The rule of hypodescent marked children of one black parent and one white parent as
whatever they wanted to identify as.
One group whose racial categorization has shifted over time in the United States is
Racial ideologies are
individual beliefs and opinions that don’t affect others.
culturally shared sets of beliefs that underlie systems of inequality.
based on scientific knowledge.
a reflection of meritocracy.
A group of people who share a sense of historical, cultural, and sometimes ancestral connection and who see themselves as distinct from people in other groups is described as a(n)
Which of the following reasons can partially explain the conflict between the Rohingya and the Bamar in Myanmar?
The Bamar and the Rohingya have always fought and have been antagonists for over a millennium.
Colonial rule strengthened ethnic identities and forced different ethnicities to form a single nation-state.
Islam and Buddhism are fundamentally and violently opposed at an ideological level.
Ethnic identities in the region were once rigid but colonial rule created more flexibility, allowing for greater and ultimately confusing ethnic identities.
Sometimes the legal language about immigration is written in a manner that signifies “American-ness,” using veiled racial markers to clearly identify those who are “in” and those who are “out.” What do anthropologists call this kind of demarcation?
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Ideas and philosophies have a shelf-life. They must be kept fresh and renewed or they will spoil. If left unattended, the same ideas and philosophies that once nourished you and helped you grow can poison you and make you sick. Become aware of new ideas that can refresh your way of life and be open to the fact that your old ideas and philosophies can work for you for some time, but when the shelf-life has passed, those ideas and philosophies could also harm you. | <urn:uuid:b85be495-5a12-4d87-9419-36435945abb0> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://quotation.io/tag/shelf-shelf-life | 2023-09-25T00:44:52Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.937433 | 119 |
At an event in San Francisco on Wednesday (June 6), the home-audio company Sonos launched an affordable, Alexa-powered TV sound bar. But a smaller announcement at the event was perhaps more interesting, and solidified the company’s argument that you really don’t need to splash out for Apple’s first smart-home speaker, the HomePod.
Sonos said that it will integrate Apple’s new AirPlay 2 connectivity standard into its newer speaker models in July. The company has already partnered with Amazon to bring Alexa to its Sonos One speaker, and there are plans to integrate Google’s Assistant later this year, as well. Although AirPlay 2 connectivity doesn’t mean that Sonos owners will now have Siri built into their devices (as they have with Alexa), they will be able to talk to those devices indirectly through Siri on an iPhone they’ve connected to the Sonos. It’s not especially seamless—the iPhone needs to be nearby the Sonos, for example—but it sort of works.
In addition, with the new AirPlay 2 standard, when you do use Apple Music to play songs on a Sonos, the speakers will have a greater understanding of what’s playing than the older devices. For example, you’ll be able to ask Alexa what song is playing on Apple Music, and ask it to pause or skip tracks. (Similar functionality isn’t yet available with Google Assistant.) Of course, this won’t be as seamless an experience as
In addition, the HomePod can’t play from any source other than Apple Music, unless you connect the speaker using AirPlay. So if you use Spotify or any other streaming service, the HomePod is no more useful than a Sonos or any other wireless speaker. And if you want to connect up another audio device to the HomePod (say, a record player or non-smart TV), you’re out of luck—there’s no auxiliary input on the speaker.
The case for choosing a HomePod over any other wireless speaker was already pretty flimsy, but considering there are now other smart speakers that can play Apple Music and which you can control with voice commands, there’s really no good reason left at all. At least it has a nice power cable, I guess. | <urn:uuid:72c56468-99d2-4160-b2d2-8d98e32d1207> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://qz.com/1298704/theres-really-no-reason-to-buy-a-homepod-now | 2023-09-25T01:18:31Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.95233 | 660 |
A harmonious compilation of charms, featuring tranquil shades of blue and accents of black, gather at the bottom of a handcrafted chain. Elongated paperclip links and oversized jump rings interlock as they fall down the neckline, leading to the boisterous collection of charms, which include a rectangular silver plate stamped with the phrase, good vibes, a warped silver disc embossed in a sunburst pattern, and an eye with exaggerated eyelashes. Features an adjustable clasp closure.
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8 Simple Car Decoration Ideas To Transform Your Ride
Do you want to reduce stress while driving and make your car ride more enjoyable? We have the perfect solution for you! With these simple car decoration ideas, you can add a personal touch and make your car's interior more lively.
Not only will you be able to show off your style, but you'll also be able to keep your car clean and organized for a more relaxed ride.
1. Cute prints for the win!
Image: Hippie Mushroom Love Car Seat Covers via Raiana's Vibes
Adding some cute, vibrant prints and colors to your car seats is a great way to make your car stand out and turn all your trips into cheerful adventures. There are so many beautiful designs to choose from: vivid flower prints; lots of retro, boho, hippie, and trippy styles; mushrooms; rainbows; you name it.
Car seat covers not only protect your seats from spills, UV rays, and dirt, but they can also be used to add a unique, personal touch to your ride. Whether you just want to get the front seat covers or go all in with the full set, you'll find something that speaks to you and reflects your unique style.
2. Mix and match with steering wheel covers
Image: Sage Green Daisy II Steering Wheel Covers via Raiana's Vibes
Another great way to transform the interior of the front of your vehicle is with steering wheel covers. Like seat covers, they also come in many different colors and patterns.
There are so many benefits to having a steering wheel cover—while it gives your vehicle a stylish makeover, it can also keep the wheel cooler on hot days or provide warmth when the temperatures drop. A steering wheel cover can also make your drive more comfortable by cushioning your hands and reducing fatigue.
3. Did someone say plants?!
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Yes! Plants are a great way to bring your car's interior to life; they help filter the air and are good for your health. You can place a couple of small plants on the dashboard or in the cup holders.
We recommend succulents or cacti—both grow well in heat and drought conditions, which makes them one of the best choices to grow inside a car. They are low-maintenance plants; just don't forget to water them at least once a week.
4. Make your car smell ah-mazing
Image by AE Aroma Essence Store via Amazon
Everyone loves a freshly scented car! Car diffusers come in many different styles, from classic scents on cards to mini glass jars, bottles, and even trendy bullet shapes. Whether you're looking for something subtle or show-stoppingly stylish, it's time to find the right car fragrance that fits your personality perfectly!
This little idea can make your car look extra elegant and smell ah-mazing! Your co-passenger will never know that you had a cheeky takeaway for breakfast!
5. Protect your floors with car mats
Image: Retro Groovy Vibes Car Floor Mats via Raiana's Vibes
Weatherproof car floor mats are a must-have for any car's interior because they protect the seats from dirt, spills, and everyday wear and tear. Not only are they functional, but they also come in a wide range of styles and designs to suit your personal taste.
Made from rubber or carpeted material, car floor mats are easy to clean and maintain; simply vacuum or wash them with soap and water. Investing in a set of weatherproof floor mats is a small but invaluable step to keep your car in the best condition.
6. Tablet holders for the kids
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Have you thought of having a tablet holder in your car? If you have kids, then we recommend it 100%. Keeping the little ones entertained on long rides can be hard, especially after you have already played "I Spy" at least 16 times.
If your kids love to snack, a tablet holder is a convenient accessory to hang up and let them enjoy their favorite movie or show while eating. Use it as a distraction for your children if you are trying to navigate traffic or if you just want a quiet car journey—we don't judge!
7. Beat the heat with car shades
Image: Rustic Blooms Car Shade via Raiana's Vibes
Have you ever burned yourself with a hot steering wheel after it's been exposed to the sun for a while? Ouch! Same here! Living in Australia, the sun and UV rays can be very intense and damaging, not only to our skin but to our cars too! Leaving your car under the sun for hours can ruin your dashboard and fade those beautiful front seats.
Getting yourself a car windshield sun shade would change your life and protect your car! And not to forget to mention that, like every other accessory, the foldable sunshade can come in so many cool designs and customizable patterns.
8. Avoid chafing with seat belt covers
Image: Sage Green Daisy Seat Belt Covers via Raiana's Vibes
We know the feeling all too well when your seatbelt cuts into your neck, chest, shoulders, and other body parts rather uncomfortably.
But not many people know that you can get covers for seat belts! Seatbelt covers are an essential accessory for any car, providing a layer of comfort and protection from seatbelt chafing. Not only do they cushion the belt, but they also come in a variety of colors, textures, and designs to help personalize your vehicle. They are easy to install and can be used in any make or model of car. Seatbelt covers also help protect your seatbelts from wear and tear, which can help them last longer. Plus, they are machine washable, making them a practical and long-lasting solution for your car.
Car decoration can be a great way to add your own personal touch to your ride and make it truly unique. Whether you choose to go for a subtle touch or something bold, there are plenty of ideas to choose from. From window decals to seat covers and even car wraps, you can easily transform your ride into something that reflects your personality and style. With a little bit of creativity, you can really make your car stand out from the crowd and make it your own. | <urn:uuid:932a864b-b1fa-45aa-b617-6277b1484f12> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://raianasvibes.com/blogs/news/car-decoration-ideas | 2023-09-25T00:58:29Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.937766 | 1,322 |
No matter how hard we humans try, we are not perfect. Every individual has different defects and weaknesses that can lead to imperfections and reasons for concerns. Dealing with character defects by drug and alcohol addicts requires a lot of effort in daily life. Recovering addicts cannot fix the current issues overnight. Hence it is a continuous process of coping with different character flaws in addiction recovery.
Local suboxone doctors play an essential role in helping addicted individuals reduce drug levels and recover from addiction. Drugs and substance addiction has become a severe epidemic worldwide. In America alone, people, irrespective of any demographic, are continually falling prey to drugs and substances.
Local suboxone clinicsclaim that people who fail to tackle their defects will encounter a sense of insecurity that prevents them from being happy and healthy. In such situations, the chances of returning to substance abuse or drug addiction increase significantly.
Common character defects according to the local suboxone doctors:
Character defects can vary from person to person. As soon as you progress with the 12-step method of addiction recovery, you will be able to discover specific imperfections associated with your personality. The majority of the suboxone doctors near me have noticed common character traits in people with drugs and substance addiction. Some common character defects are discussed below.
- Anger and Hatred
- Narrow mindedness
- Strong resentment towards everything
- The habit of controlling others
- Stubborn behavior
- Irresponsible attitude
- Lack of patience
- Dishonest and Arrogant
- Lack of confidence and Motivation
- Overly critical
- Negative thoughts and Antagonistic nature
Risks of ignoring the character flaws:
Several risks and dangers are linked if an individual ignores the character flaws during the addiction recovery process. If a person fails to identify their character defects, the chances of recovery eventually decrease. Different risks associated with character flaws are mentioned below.
- No doubt, character imperfections slow down the recovery process, but it is essential to recognize them, as ignorance can hamper the addiction recovery process. Further, it also increases the chances of dissatisfaction and relapse in a drug addict. Local suboxone clinics can help such individuals cope up with insecurities during addiction recovery.
- Identifying character flaws and trying to mitigate them is the only way to stay happy. A person who accepts and works towards reducing their character defects tends to lead a stress-free life.
- Character flaws increase the feeling of insecurity in a person and cause other people, friends, and family members to suffer due to imperfections.
- Every addict aims to reach a point in life where they feel at peace most of the time. When they encounter a new problem, they already know how to tackle the existing situation. You can only attain the serenity stage if you are ready to address the character flaws lying inside you.
- Various suboxone clinics near me provide psychological counseling to recognize and mitigate personal character flaws in a person.
Tackling Character Flaws:
Various suggestions can be incorporated to deal with personal character deficiencies. Some common ways of tackling character flaws are discussed below.
- Before handling the character traits, it is necessary to develop the willingness to eradicate them. There cannot be any progress without the readiness to improve.
- Meditation is one of the most valuable tools that can reduce character defects during the addiction recovery procedure. Meditation helps a person increase the awareness of how different thoughts and behavior is affected by the mind. Further, it also assists in identifying habits that can be self-destructive.
- Appreciating and identifying small changes towards progress can be highly beneficial. Sublocade withdrawal symptoms can be noticed in many people, but positive reception also helps in building a sense of self-efficacy in people who are trying to recover from drug and alcohol addiction.
- People also follow a spiritual pathway because they find this more effective in tackling character defects.
- Journaling is yet another tool that can be useful in dealing with character imperfections. However, this tool shows a slower progression in addiction recovery but is an effective tool in tracking all the character defects of an addict.
- Sublocade price should be reduced so that more and more individuals can take proper treatment for different addictions. The DEA and the government are working in tandem to improve the availability of sublocade across various communities.
Although it is hard for an individual to quit the addiction habits, regular sublocade shots can help them quickly recover. You can listen to the following podcast to gain a few insights about problems in recovery:
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The company was doing an upgrade. We have installed a new hard drive We installed NEW windows 7 PRO , with Proper Keycode (keycode sticker is still attached to top of unit). We have thoroughly cleaned and tested this system.A new hard drive was installed and completely wiped, and the new software was installed. This is a great machine.
You can tell by the specs, that this is an enhanced version of the dell 755. This is for the dell 755 desktop computer only.The monitor/keyboard/mouse in the pictures, are simply for visual purposes, and are not included. So that you can see it working. But its extremely important that you have antivirus software on your machine, beyond the 30 day AVG trial. (CPU) - 4 gig ram (upgradeable , this has 4 dimm slots) - 250 gig HDD Sata.
DVD-RW CD/dvd - Rom Burner - on board graphics card - External Sata port - 8 USB ports - parallel port - Internet Ethernet port - Mic/headphone/speaker ports. This also comes with one. ATI RADEON GRAPHICS B276 VIDEO CARD. We have added one of these cards to each of these systems.Please see picture - This is a dual monitor dvi card. This is a GREAT addition to this machine. -This card requires dvi molex adapter for dvi monitors -- YOU CAN USE EITHER THE VGA OR THE ATI - DVI GRAPHICS. Or a larger hard drive.
Simply send us a message before purchasing. We can make modifications to your system, for a really fair price. This is used, so this may. Have some scratches, or show light wear. Over all, These are in excellent visual, and working condition.
We provide the windows 7 software. With the sale of the machine. If you damage the software, during installation of any other programs.... (we may elect to help you technically, if we can).
It is important to have any new software, installed by a proper knowledgeable person. WE HIGHLY recommend you consider continuing the AVG virus protection, beyond your 30 day trial.Or please attain another virus software right away, once your trial is over. We have completely wiped this new drive, and loaded all new windows software. Please remember this, and please attain virus protection. You can get a virus from the interent, within the first time you connect to the internet. And simply hook up your monitor, keyboard , and mouse. Then simply turn it on. It should be that easy to install.
DO NOT plug in devices, while the computer is on. Turn the computer off, then hook in ANY components that you may wich to connect.If your unit arrives in " unworking " condition. We will accept a return.
PLEASE DO NOT OPEN A CASE, OR CLAIM THE ITEM AS " NOT AS DESCRIBED " This will cause the solution to your problem to take longer. Please just simply send us a message, let us know what has happened, and we will address your situation with alot of attention and speed. We will request the unit to be sent back to us first. We will inspect the computer thoroughly. If we find that hardware is malfunctioning.If we find that the unit is still in perfect working order, and the fault was from the user, or software related. Please correct your address, before purchasing and paying. It cannot be fixed after. We strive for 5 star feedback. This way we can try to Help you more, and possibly do a better job next time. The item "Desktop computer Dell Optiplex 755 Core 2 Duo 4GB RAM 250GB HDD Windows 7 pro" is in sale since Monday, June 1, 2015. This item is in the category "Computers/Tablets & Networking\Desktops & All-In-Ones\PC Desktops & All-In-Ones". The seller is "jbmgsurplus" and is located in Greenfield, Indiana. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada. | <urn:uuid:c5caa691-9f15-4f0d-9a71-fdaa2165a101> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://ramcomputernot.com/desktop_computer_dell_optiplex_755_core_2_duo_4gb_ram_250gb_hdd_windows_7_pro.html | 2023-09-24T23:17:58Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.93268 | 844 |
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- Defining The Issues:
- General Absence Of The Papal Office Throughout The New Testament:
- General Absence Of Papal Titles Throughout The New Testament:
*Jesus is the "Chief Shepherd" of the "flock" (John 10:10; 14-16; Hebrews 13:20), not the pope.
-Christ is the "head of the church" (1 Corinthians 11:3; Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:15; 5:23-25). Roman Catholics believe that the pope is the "visible" head of the church and that Christ is the "invisible" head. However, Scripture reserves no such position for any man. The Kingdom of God is spiritual and so does not require a single earthly leader to guide it.
- The Apostle Peter Did Not Behave As If He Were A Pope:
- The Absence Of Papal Office In Contexts Relating To Church Unity:
- The Apostle Peter Viewed Himself As Having No Supremacy Over The Church:
- Peter Was Sent By Others To Travel And Preach The Gospel:
- The Apostle Paul Worked Harder Than Peter:
- The Apostle Peter Was Only Known As The Apostle To The Jews:
- The Apostle Paul Rebuked Peter As Though He Were His Equal:
- Paul Never Mentioned Or Greeted "Pope Peter" In His Epistle To The Romans:
- The Apostle Peter Himself Seemed To Be Unaware Of Apostolic Succession:
-"And I will also be diligent that at any time after my departure you will be able to call these things to mind." (2 Peter 1:15)
-"This is now, beloved, the second letter I am writing to you in which I am stirring up your sincere mind by way of reminder, that you should remember the words spoken beforehand by the holy prophets and the commandment of the Lord and Savior spoken by your apostles." (2 Peter 3:1-2)
*How come Peter failed to mention his papal office in the two epistles that he authored?
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Bernedoodle Puppies for Sale in Pennsylvania
If you’re interested in finding a Bernedoodle breeder in Pennsylvania PA, we highly recommend taking a look at our list of reputable breeders.
Here at ReadPlease we have compiled a list of the top Bernedoodle breeders in Pennsylvania PA to help you find the perfect puppy for your family.
One Thing You Need To Ask Your Dog Breeder
We believe that every family deserves the joy a Bernedoodle puppy brings, and we’re dedicated to helping you find a breeder who feels the same way.
When looking for a Bernedoodle breeder, it’s important to find one who is reputable and trustworthy.
You’ll want to make sure they have experience breeding Bernedoodles, and that they are committed to raising healthy, happy puppies.
The breeders on our list have all been vetted by us, and we’re confident that you’ll be able to find the perfect puppy for your family.
The Bernedoodle is a cross between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Poodle. This hybrid dog has many of the best qualities of both breeds, making it a great choice for families or individuals looking for a loyal, affectionate, and intelligent pet.
The Bernedoodle is a low-shedding dog, making them a good choice for people with allergies. They are also hypoallergenic, meaning they produce less dander and saliva than other dogs, which can further reduce allergic reactions.
If you’re interested in adding a Bernedoodle to your family, please check out our list of reputable breeders in Pennsylvania PA.
You’ll be sure to find the perfect puppy for your home.
Bernedoodle Breeders List in Pennsylvania
|Bernedoodles of Love||New Holland, PA||717-989-3787||Website|
|K R Puppy Sales||Fredericksburg, PA||717-205-5113||Website|
|5 Star Bernedoodles||Millersburg, PA||717-580-1508||Website|
|Country Haven Puppies||Myerstown, PA||717-376-8603||Website|
|Peaceful Valley Puppies||Pine Grove, PA||570-449-7642||Website|
|Dog Gone Doodles||Greenville, PA||724-813-0807||Website|
|Pencroft Farm||Belleville, PA||717-250-7008||Website|
|Allen’s Doodles||Myerstown, PA||717-821-5803||Website|
Bernedoodle Breeder Details in Pennsylvania
Alternative Places to Purchase a Bernedoodle Puppy
Bernedoodle Breeders in Other States
For the complete list please see our Bernedoodle List page.
What Is The Average Price for A Bernedoodle Puppy in Pennsylvania?
The average price for a Bernedoodle puppy in Pennsylvania is $2,200.
This price includes the cost of the puppy itself, as well as any shipping fees that may be required to get the puppy to its new home.
A few factors that influence the price of a Bernedoodle puppy are the size of the puppy, the color of the puppy, and whether or not the puppy has been health checked by a veterinarian.
The price of a Bernedoodle puppy can also vary depending on the breeder’s experience and reputation.
Reputable breeders who have been breeding Bernedoodles for many years may charge more for their puppies than a newer breeder who is just starting out.
Is It Possible to Find A Free Bernedoodle Puppy in Pennsylvania?
The answer is maybe. You might be able to find a free Bernedoodle puppy in Pennsylvania if you are willing to put in the time and effort to search for one.
However, it is important to note that finding a free Bernedoodle puppy is not always an easy task. There are a number of things that you will need to keep in mind when searching for a free Bernedoodle puppy in Pennsylvania.
First, it is important to understand that there are a number of different places where you can look for a free Bernedoodle puppy in Pennsylvania. One of the best places to start your search is online.
There are a number of different websites that cater to people who are looking for free Bernedoodle puppies. These websites will typically have a database of all of the different Bernedoodle breeders in Pennsylvania.
You will be able to search through this database and find the Bernedoodle breeder that you are looking for. Once you have found a few different Bernedoodle breeders in Pennsylvania, you will then need to contact them and see if they have any free Bernedoodle puppies available.
It is important to note that not all Bernedoodle breeders in Pennsylvania will have free Bernedoodle puppies available. However, if you are willing to put in the time and effort, you might just find one.
How to Find A Responsible Bernedoodle Breeder in Pennsylvania
There are a few things to consider when looking for a responsible Bernedoodle breeder in Pennsylvania.
The best place to start your search is with the Bernedoodle Breeders Association. This organization is dedicated to promoting responsible breeding practices and ensuring the health and welfare of Bernedoodles.
When contacting breeders, be sure to ask about their experience, health testing policies, and whether they offer a written contract.
Here are some other things to keep in mind:
- Make sure the breeder you choose is experienced and reputable. Ask for references from past customers and Veterinarians.
- Choose a breeder who requires all prospective buyers to complete a questionnaire. This will help the breeder get to know you and your family, and determine whether a Bernedoodle is a right fit for you.
- Choose a breeder who health tests their dogs for common Bernedoodle diseases. This will help ensure that your puppy is healthy and free from genetic defects.
- Make sure the breeder offers a written contract that outlines your rights and responsibilities, as well as the breeder’s guarantees.
By following these tips, you can be sure to find a responsible Bernedoodle breeder in Pennsylvania who will provide you with a happy and healthy puppy.
Visit Your Pennsylvania Bernedoodle Breeder in Person
When you’re ready to meet some Bernedoodles and decide if this is the right breed for you, take a trip to visit some of the breeders in person. This will give you a chance to see the puppies and their parents, as well as get a feel for the environment they’re being raised in.
You can also ask any questions you might have about the breed or the specific puppies that are available.
Some things to keep in mind when visiting Bernedoodle breeders:
- Make sure the breeder is reputable and has experience with the breed
- Ask to see health clearances for the parents of the puppies
- Spend time with the puppies to make sure they’re well socialized
- Ask about the breeder’s feeding and exercise routines for the puppies
Visiting your potential Bernedoodle breeder is a very important step in your puppy selection process.
Questions to Ask
Ask for References from Your Bernedoodle Breeder in Pennsylvania
When you have compiled a list of potential breeders in Pennsylvania PA, it is important to ask each one for references.
Ideally, you will want to speak with at least two or three families who have purchased puppies from the breeder in question. This will give you a well-rounded idea of what to expect in terms of temperament, health, and overall experience.
References will be able to tell you a lot about a breeder, so make sure you take the time to ask for them.
Once you have spoken with the references, be sure to ask if they would purchase another puppy from the same breeder; if the answer is no, then you’ll know that this particular breeder is not for you.
If a breeder is reluctant to provide references, that is definitely a red flag and you should move on to another breeder on your list.
Ask Your Pennsylvania Bernedoodle Breeder if You Can Meet Past Customers
When you’re looking for a reputable Bernedoodle breeder in Pennsylvania, be sure to ask if you can meet some of the past customers.
A good breeder will have no problem putting you in touch with families who have purchased dogs from them in the past. This will give you a good idea of the type of person they are and whether or not they are someone you would feel comfortable doing business with.
Past customers will be able to tell you what their experience was like and whether or not they would recommend the breeder to others. This is valuable information that can help you make an informed decision about which breeder to buy from.
Take Your Time When Choosing A Breeder
Don’t rush into choosing a Bernedoodle breeder.
This is an important decision that should not be made lightly. Be sure to take your time and research each breeder thoroughly before making your final decision.
Talk to other dog owners, read online reviews, and visit the breeders in person to get a feel for their operation. This will help you find the right breeder for your needs.
Does Your Pennsylvania Bernedoodle Breeder Have A Good Veterinarian They Use?
Your Bernedoodle breeder should have a good relationship with a veterinarian that they use for their dogs.
This is important because you want to make sure that your dog is getting the best possible care. A good vet will be able to help with any health issues that your dog may have and they will also be able to provide you with advice on how to take care of your dog.
Look out for The Signs of An Unethical Bernedoodle Dog Breeder in Pennsylvania
When you are looking for a Bernedoodle breeder in Pennsylvania, it is important to do your research and make sure that you find a reputable one.
There are many unethical breeders out there who are only interested in making money and don’t care about the health or welfare of their dogs.
Here are some signs to watch out for:
- The breeder doesn’t provide any information about the parents of the puppies.
- The breeder doesn’t allow you to meet the puppies’ parents.
- The breeder doesn’t have a kennel license from the state of Pennsylvania.
- The breeder doesn’t require that you spay or neuter your puppy.
- The breeder is selling puppies that are less than 8 weeks old.
- The breeder doesn’t offer a health guarantee for the puppies.
- The breeder doesn’t require that you complete a training course with your puppy.
- The breeder is not willing to answer any of your questions about the Bernedoodle breed.
If you come across a breeder that exhibits any of these red flags, it’s best to move on and find another one.
There are plenty of reputable Bernedoodle breeders in Pennsylvania who will be happy to answer all of your questions and provide you with a healthy, happy puppy.
Ask The Pennsylvania Breeder if Your Bernedoodle Puppy Has Any Health Problems
Before you purchase a Bernedoodle puppy, ask the breeder if your puppy has any health problems.
Some health problems are more common in certain breeds than others.
For example, Bernedoodles are known to be susceptible to hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia. These conditions can be painful and lead to arthritis later in life. It’s important to know if your puppy has any health problems so you can be prepared to deal with them.
- What health tests have been performed on the parents?
- How often do they socialize their puppies?
- What type of feeding schedule do they recommend?
- Have they had any issues with their previous litters?
When you’ve found a breeder you’re interested in, be sure to ask lots of questions and get as much information as possible. A good breeder will be happy to answer any and all of your questions.
How to Prepare Your Home for Your Bernedoodle Puppy
If you’re bringing home a Bernedoodle puppy, congratulations! You’re in for a lot of fun.
But before your new furry friend comes home, you’ll need to do some preparation to make sure your home is safe and welcoming.
1. Puppy-proof your home.
Just like with a human baby, you’ll need to puppy-proof your home to prevent accidents and injuries. Puppies are curious creatures and will put just about anything in their mouths, so it’s important to remove anything small or sharp that they could choke on.
You’ll also want to block off any areas of your home that you don’t want them to have access to, such as the kitchen garbage can or cleaning supplies under the sink.
2. Get all the supplies you’ll need.
Before your puppy comes home, make sure you have all the supplies you’ll need, such as food and water bowls, a collar and leash, a crate or dog bed, and toys.
You might also want to get some puppy pads to help with potty training.
3. Choose a vet.
It’s important to choose a veterinarian before your puppy comes home so you know where to go in case of an emergency. Ask your friends or family for recommendations, or look for reviews online. Once you’ve found a few options, call each one and ask about their services, fees, and appointment availability.
4. Socialize your puppy.
One of the most important things you can do for your puppy is to socialize them. This means exposing them to different people, places, and experiences so they learn to cope with new situations and become well-rounded dogs.
Take them for walks in different neighborhoods, introduce them to as many people as possible (of all ages, sizes, and genders), and enroll them in a puppy class.
Doing this will not only make your puppy happier and more confident, but it will also make them easier to train and less likely to develop behavior problems later in life.
5. Be patient.
Puppies are a lot of work, so it’s important to be patient and prepared for anything. There will be days (and nights) when your puppy cries, have accidents in the house or chews on your favorite pair of shoes.
But with a little patience and a lot of love, you’ll soon have a happy and healthy Bernedoodle puppy that’s a beloved member of your family.
Congratulations on your new puppy!
Potty Training Your New Bernedoodle Puppy
If you are thinking about getting a Bernedoodle puppy, there are a few things you need to know about potty training them. Potty training any puppy can be challenging, but there are some tips that can help make it easier for both you and your new puppy. The first thing you need to do is create a schedule for your puppy. Puppies need to go potty every few hours, so it is important to take them out frequently.
It is also important to take them out after they eat or drink, as well as after they play or exercise. When you take your puppy outside, choose a specific spot where you would like them to use the bathroom. Take them to this spot each time and give them plenty of time to sniff around and do their business.
If they don’t go within a few minutes, bring them back inside and try again later. Be sure to praise your puppy when they do go potty in the correct spot. This will help them understand that they are doing what you want them to do.
If your puppy has an accident in the house, clean it up immediately and do not scold them. Puppies have short attention spans and will not understand why you are angry with them if you scold them after the fact.
With patience and consistency, your pup will be potty trained in no time.
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Mount Washington Valley in New Hampshire is a beautiful mountain landscape that’s ideal for family travel. There are so many things to enjoy here. Lakes and hikes welcome the summer traveler, and snow sports invite the winter enthusiast. The Valley’s unique villages also offer shopping and dining to fit any budget.
TripAdvisor named Mt. Washington Valley one of the most affordable ski vacation destinations in the United States. The area’s 13 downhill and cross country skiing locations offer everything a family could want on a winter getaway. In addition to skiing, these mountains offer outdoor fun including snow tubing, snowshoeing in wildlife preserves, and ziplining through the snowy forest.
My children really enjoy skiing, so we recently headed to New Hampshire for a ski weekend. King Pine Ski Area is one of the most family-friendly mountains in the valley, so it was the perfect destination for us because the kids and I are still beginners. We stayed right at the base of the mountain at Purity Spring Resort. You can’t beat that convenience!
The lessons were wonderful for all of us, and I managed to fall only a few times. Now I know what a great workout skiing can be, and I just need to practice those turns.
Mount Washington Valley Real Food Travel
I did have an ulterior motive in planning a vacation to Mt. Washington Valley. This region is known for its commitment to fresh, locally sourced food, and travelers have so many healthy dining options in this part of New Hampshire.
The Valley Originals is a group of over 20 unique, locally-owned restaurants that share a strong commitment to their community. Many of these restaurants focus on using regional products in food that’s prepared fresh daily. If you dine at a Valley Originals restaurant, you can expect a freshly made meal served with warm hospitality. These restaurants give back over $150,000 a year to area charities, and they’re a great alternative to national chains for vacation dining.
There are so many great restaurants and markets in Mt. Washington Valley. Here are some of the highlights I found during my travels in the area.
Southern Mt. Washington Valley
As we entered Mt. Washington Valley from the south, we were struck by the beautiful winding roads and rustic landscape. The restaurants we visited in this area were so charming and unassuming.
Max’s Restaurant (Snowvillage, NH) is the restaurant at Snowvillage Inn. We ate at this farm-to-table restaurant on our first night, and we couldn’t have received a warmer welcome to the area. The menu features ingredients from several area farms. I’m still thinking about the delicious, crispy Brussels sprouts appetizer, and my husband enjoyed a beer from a local brewery with his dinner. My daughter’s homemade Fettucini Alfredo with locally sourced sausage, squash, and fennel was another highlight at the table.
Traditions Restaurant (Madison, NH), the restaurant at Purity Spring Resort, is a cozy spot that serves classic New England comfort food. We enjoyed the variety at the buffet dinner and breakfast, and there was something for everyone in my family. The salad bar was an impressive spread and made for a nice alternative to a traditional salad menu. My husband enjoyed another locally brewed beer at Traditions.
Central Mount Washington Valley
The drive up White Mountain Highway through North Conway is dotted with country stores, markets, outlet shopping, and lots of locavore dining.
Black Cap Grille (North Conway, NH) serves contemporary American fare made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Their menu is full of healthy salads, sandwiches, and wraps. They also have a variety of burger options, including beef from local farms as well as a house-made veggie burger.
Delaney’s Hole in the Wall (North Conway, NH) is a casual restaurant with an extensive menu to satisfy different tastes. They serve homemade family recipes that feature locally sourced vegetables and meat, and they proudly support local farmers, artisans, and businesses.
Moat Mountain Smoke House & Brewing Co. (North Conway, NH) is a brewpub that makes beer from fresh mountain water. The restaurant makes just about everything from scratch, and the casual menu includes nachos, quesadillas, sandwiches, burgers, and pizza. They get their ingredients from many local farms, and the spent grain from the brewing process goes to local farms.
Local Grocer (North Conway, NH) is a full-service natural foods market with a focus on local products. The cafe/deli has an extensive breakfast and lunch menu featuring local grass-fed meats, milk, eggs, and cheese, plus organic produce. This is a great place to grab a healthy breakfast or lunch, and you can stock up on groceries here if you have a kitchen where you’re staying.
Northern Mt. Washington Valley
A visit to Mt. Washington Valley isn’t complete without a trip to the northern part of the region. The area’s beauty persists as you drive north past North Conway.
Margarita Grill (Glen, NH) is a leader in locavore cuisine in the valley. This southwestern restaurant offers a varied menu featuring locally grown vegetables, cheese, meat, and baked goods, as well as non-GMO oil. The chef even has his own line of hot sauces that are served at the restaurant. I love the “Happy Belly” kids’ menu, with everything from fish tacos to locally sourced hamburgers.
White Mountain Cider Company (Glen, NH) is an award-winning restaurant that uses fresh, seasonal ingredients to make their creative dishes. This is a wonderful restaurant for a special occasion. You’ll also find a country store with a deli and take-out meals here, so this is a good place to stop and grab a quick meal to go. During the fall, you can see the cider press in action and sample fresh cider.
J-Town Deli and Country Store (Jackson, NH) is a quintessential New England market. They serve baked goods, salads, sandwiches, and homemade sausage made from fresh, local products. The market also includes healthy snacks and drinks. If you’re visiting nearby Story Land, this is a great place to take a break from the amusement park food. They even offer a catering menu, and they’ll provide a hot meal to go for your group if you aren’t up for another restaurant.
Eastern Mt. Washington Valley
The valley stretches east into Maine, where the beautiful landscape and classic New England hospitality continue.
The Oxford House Inn (Fryeburg, ME) is a renowned inn that offers exceptional farm-to-table dining. The innovative menu changes with the seasons, and it features many local and organic foods. Our trip to the valley was cut short by yet another Boston snowstorm, so I missed out on my planned visit to this inn. I’m hoping to arrange a getaway here in the near future. It looks like the perfect place to escape from the hectic day-to-day and celebrate seasonal, local food at its best.
We had so much fun skiing and snow tubing at King Pine. My family can’t wait to return to the area for more great food and fun on the slopes. And a camping trip may be in the works for the summer.
Have you visited Mt. Washington Valley? I’d love to hear where you like to eat in this region. Please share in the comments!
Visit my Real Food Travel page to read about other destinations where healthy, locally sourced food is celebrated.
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So basically all we’ve done this Fall is make casseroles, soups and sheet pan meals. And when I say it out loud (or write it I guess), it actually sounds like we are doing it exactly as you should when the weather gets chilly. This sheet pan crispy vegetable noodles and pork recipe makes for a super flavorful dish and delicious leftovers you will look forward to.
Get Your Spiralizer Out
I’m just going to get this out of the way…if you don’t own a spiralizer yet, you should definitely consider investing in one! They aren’t too expensive and don’t take up much space either. It’s a different way to enjoy veggies. In this sheet pan crispy vegetables and pork recipe, the veggies get spiralized to turn them into “noodles”.
Spiralizing is quite easy really, but some veggies are easier than others. We find that carrots are a little trickier, so try to use the biggest ones you can find for this recipe. The greater the square footage of the veggie makes it easier to turn them into noodles. You will be so glad you invested in a spiralizer when you enjoy this sheet pan crispy vegetable noodles and pork recipe! It’s so nice to have a new way to enjoy vegetables, and turning them into noodles makes it easy to get them crispy, which you can’t really accomplish with regular roasted veggies.
It’s All Down Hill After The Spiralizer
Once the veggies are spiralized, it is seriously a breeze to throw the rest of this meal together. All the veggies get put on a big sheet pan and tossed in avocado oil and sea salt. Then, you just break up the ground pork with your hands and sprinkle it all over the veggies. And, in the oven everything goes! Once the spiralizing is finished you will feel like a champ and the rest of the preparation is a breeze.
While The Sheet Pan Is Cooking
While your vegetable noodles and pork are cooking, make a quick sauce. You just whisk everything together in a small bowl or jar and then set it aside while the sheet pan finishes cooking. Go put your feet up and relax while you wait for dinner to finish cooking.
Some Other Recipes With Spiralized Vegetables
Your Turn To Try Our Sheet Pan Crispy Vegetable Noodles and Pork
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Crispy Vegetable Noodles and Pork Recipe (Paleo + Whole30)
- 2 sweet potatoes, spiralized
- 3 large carrots, spiralized
- 1 onion, peeled and spiralized
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1.5 lbs ground pork
- 3 green onions, diced
- Salt and pepper
- Preheat oven to 400° Fahrenheit and line 1 large or 2 medium sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Spiralize the sweet potatoes, carrots and onion. Place them on the sheet pan. Mix them up and spread them out. If the strands are too long, cut them with scissors.
- Toss the vegetable noodles with avocado oil and salt and pepper (about 1 tsp each).
- Next, break the ground pork into small pieces with your hands and nestle the pieces of pork evenly among the noodles.
- Place the sheet pan into the oven and roast for a total of 35 to 45 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes to make sure the veggies cook evenly.
- The veggie noodles are done when they are tender and have crispy bits all over. Watch them closely in the last 10 minutes to ensure that they don’t burn.
- While the noodles and pork are cooking, prepare the sauce by placing all of the sauce ingredients into a bowl or jar and whisking well. Chop green onions as noted.
- Once the noodles and pork are done, remove from the oven. Sprinkle the green onion over everything and toss to mix.
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10 Actions You Can Take to Stop CBDCs – from https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2023/02/11/how-to-stop-cbdcs.aspx
Implementation of CBDCs is moving ahead, fast. In 2023, 11 countries have fully launched a digital currency while more than 20 more will move toward starting one. All G7 nationals are now actively developing CBDCs, including the U.S. Further, 114 countries, which represent more than 95% of global GDP, are looking into CBDC — up from just 35 countries in 2020.9
However, widespread CBDCs are not yet inevitable. “It is important to recognize that there is a great deal that each one of us can do to take action,” Fitts says. “In a highly leveraged financial system such as we have, a single individual counts for a lot.”10 In response to the many requests she’s had from people wondering how to stop CBDCs, Fitts compiled these 10 top actions.11
1. Use cash — Fitts recommends using cash as much as possible — and not frequenting shops that don’t accept it:12
“Walk out on establishments that refuse to accept cash. When using remote facilities where cash is not possible, use checks if you can. We understand from one subscriber that check companies are scrambling to fill the orders of all of the bank customers who have requested checks recently. Whether the indicator is banking statistics or anecdotal reports from our subscribers, cash use is clearly rising.”
In addition to using cash, Fitts recommends keeping a stash of cash on hand, safely stowed in several locations. “Think small, and start thinking about all the ways you can spread your cash around and put it in different places, including outside of the banking and brokerage system,” she says, “but also how you can use your cash to permanently lower your expenses and permanently lower your risk.”13
Think like a squirrel does when stashing away acorns for the winter. You want to have your cash spread out, in “little pots all over the place.” This starts with keeping cash on hand in your home, ideally in a fireproof safe. Then you can expand to a safe deposit box at a bank, a small, local bank or investing in silver and gold coins.
2. Embrace analog — While some digitization is OK, an entirely digital system is at risk of being manipulated and controlled by a central power. Fitts recommends minimizing your use of digital systems, including avoiding biometric technology and QR codes. “Get invasive surveillance systems out of your home. Use hard-wired Internet connections, not Wi-Fi … While you are at it, refuse to use or support vaccine passports,” she says.14
3. Do business with people you trust — Focus on finding people of integrity with whom to conduct business. Even if it costs more, Fitts says, it’s worth it. “In the end, fraudsters and others who contribute to unhealthy systems through their own greed or lust for power cause untold losses. All those little expenses related to transacting with integrity can end up being lifesavers …”15
Corbett refers to this as “freedom cells” and recommends joining with a small group of eight or so other people, then connecting to other groups, engaging in a local exchange trading system or using some form of community currency. This “will facilitate actual productive economic activity if we arrive at the Mad Max apocalyptic scenario … or the government coming down and cracking down on dissent to the point of taking you off the payment grid,” he says.16
4. Choose a small, local bank — Ditch large, multinational banks in favor of trustworthy local banks or credit unions. While you’re there, let bankers know about the dangers of CBDCs. The Solari Report even has a template letter17 you can use to inform your bankers about the downsides of CBDCs. It reads, in part:18
“It strikes me that creating a different, yet centrally controlled fiat currency that can be created from thin air and manipulated by unelected central bankers does not promote U.S. financial stability or provide citizens with consumer and investor protections — except in the sense that totalitarian governments can be financially stable through the power of taxation without representation and the ability to micromanage and regulate the spending of families and small enterprise.”
5. Finance friends, not enemies — While limiting the number of online and digital financial transactions you make, avoid supporting credit card companies and financial technology (fintech) firms intent on expanding digital IDs, vaccine passports and CBDCs. Instead, focus on making financial transactions with like-minded people and entities.
“Financing your local farmer or farm distribution service may not look like a great money-maker,” Fitts explains, “but it means you will have a better chance of not being cornered into eating insects and lab-grown meat.”19 The idea is to establish of form of survival currency that allows you to eat, maintain shelter and survive in a worst-case scenario.
“When you are in a survival situation,” Corbett explains, “where you were literally scrambling to provide food for your family… let’s start from that point of the survival currency. What can I do to facilitate exchange with people in my area, who I want to exchange with, but we don’t have access to these dollars or pesos, or whatever.”20 Examples of survival currencies, which each have their own pros and cons, include precious metals, cryptocurrencies and bartering.
6. Ask state officials to support financial freedom — Fitts recommends asking your state legislators to start a sovereign state bank that protects the right to free financial transactions. She explains:21
“Make sure it is a sovereign bank that supports (and does not and cannot compete with) private community banks and credit unions, and helps to ensure they can provide free private financial transactions.
While you are at it, ask them to start a state bullion depository. Then, in the worst-case scenario, you can use your gold and silver as a local currency (if your state has been smart enough to cancel sales tax on precious metals — if not, that’s another matter to bring up with state legislators).”
7. Hold the New York Fed accountable — The New York Federal Reserve Bank, which acts as the depository of the U.S. government and stores the largest known depository of gold in the world, holds immense power over U.S. financial policy.22
Fitts suggests contacting your congressional representatives to demand an audit of the New York Fed, including tracing $21 trillion in funds missing from the U.S. government — which amounts to $65,000 per person in the U.S. — and returning it. She adds:23
“Clearly communicate that congressional representatives are not to pass any legislation or grant the Fed (most notably the New York Fed) any more powers or funding until the Fed is audited, transparent and held accountable, and makes restitution for all illegal transactions in U.S. government accounts held by it or its member banks.
Congress should not accept any argument that the executive branch has the authority to proceed with the institution of CBDCs without congressional approval.”
8. Tell the US to leave WHO — The U.S. government has close ties to the World Health Organization. Not only does it provide between $200 million and $600 million in funding annually, but it’s actively engaged with the organization.24
“The WHO, among other unacceptable actions, is using the health care system to institute vaccine passports,” Fitts says, “which is simply a way of getting the authentication system needed for CBDCs and spatial control.” The Solari Report has a template you can use to send to your representatives regarding WHO’s pending amendments to existing International Health Regulations.25
9. Reject taxation without representation — CBDCs will rapidly usher in an era of taxation without representation, leading to the end of liberty. By granting complete control of individuals’ financial transactions to central bankers, CBDCs allow the government to maintain complete control.
“Under a CBDC system in which government maintains and controls all financial transactions, if a citizen objects to taxation without representation by refusing to pay federal taxes in the face of gross violations of the Constitution and human rights, the central bankers can simply take the taxed amounts from such individuals’ accounts,” Fitts explains.26
10. Share your knowledge with friends and family — Tell everyone you know about the true intention of CBDCs so they can also take action against them. This includes educating yourself and others to resist propaganda tactics being used by Big Tech to influence public opinion and individual minds.
If we can decentralize financial power, it will lead to an improved economy and future, Fitts notes, and practical opportunities are all around us. For instance, embrace local farmers and grow as much of your fresh food as possible. “If we grow our own food supply, it will make it much harder for the bankers to control the transaction system,” Fitts says.
So, rather than feeling defeated, recognize that the opportunity exists to win this battle, one action and one individual at a time. As Fitts explains, there’s room for everyone to get involved. | <urn:uuid:090fcf58-e36d-4cb9-be78-56c295c5b865> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://realtruthblog.com/finance-guru-catherine-austin-fitts-10-actions-to-stop-cbdcs | 2023-09-25T00:52:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.942375 | 1,996 |
HOUSTON – Skanska announced its 385,000 SF office project in the Energy Corridor of west Houston has been topped out. Construction completion is slated for the second quarter of 2016.
The building, called West Memorial Place ll, is 42 percent leased with IHI E&C occupying 160,000 SF.
Skanska, part of a large Stockholm-based parent company, self-finances most of its projects. Certified LEED Platinum, the building was designed by HOK.
The building boasts a fitness center with lockers and showers, an outdoor courtyard, and an onsite cafe with access to an outdoor seating area adjacent to Terry Hershey Park.
The building’ LEED Platinum standards will use 25 percent less energy than typical baseline buildings, Skanska says. Sustainable features include:
- Waste diversion: Currently, 95 percent of waste materials have been diverted from landfills and recycled. Exterior glass curtain wall: The building will have floor-to-ceiling-glass walls on the east side, and Skanska is using a unitized curtain wall system with a combination of Virginia mist granite and glass. It includes thermal insulation to reduce heat gain, and it provides abundant natural light.
- Energy recovery wheel: By pre-cooling the fresh air before it goes through the mechanical system, less energy is required to cool and condition the building. | <urn:uuid:1001bdaa-f8ae-40ad-a503-ab122bea4a32> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://realtynewsreport.com/skanskas-energy-corridor-office-building-tops-out/ | 2023-09-24T23:07:24Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.941752 | 282 |
It was such a joy to get to see the White family again!! Their sweet babe is growing up so fast and big sister is still smitten which is just wonderful! Enjoy my favorites of this beautiful family who are always just lovely to photograph. Also, a huge thanks to 111 for having us!!
May 19, 2022
This sweet family is celebrating their youngest member turning one!! Julianna turned one and had her favorite, an ice cream party, to top it off! How cute is that? We had a beautiful fall day at One Eleven to document this adorable gal and got some wonderful family photos as well!! Happy birthday sweet one!
November 6, 2021
Oh this sweet family!! I love seeing the Rhoden Family! So much has changed since I first met a teeny tiny 3 month old Lucy! Lucy is already 5! Time flew! This little one is busy and on the go– the world is her oyster. She’s so imaginative and kind. I was a little jealous […]
November 19, 2016
Friends. This sweet family is just a friend to all. I’m so blessed to call them my friends and have Rachel in my life! They bless so many different people with their kindness, generosity, intentional nature, and with the way they love the Lord. The Bennisons are in an exciting season of life, they are […]
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Redeia is making available a single Space for suppliers and other companies that aspire to become suppliers that will enable them to:
- Know in advance what the minimum requirements are before the start of a qualification.
- Start a register and manage the qualification processes.
- Update their business and contact information at any time.
Benefits of this new Space:
- Make the communication between supplier and Redeia more agile and transparent.
- Guarantee that suppliers know what we expect of them.
- Encourage the development of our suppliers.
- Allow suppliers to do simple tasks with autonomy.
Redeia makes the following channels available for:
- Responding to queries about using the space, at the email address email@example.com or by telephone at +34 91 077 03 04 from Monday to Thursday from 8am to 9pm. Friday from 8am to 7pm.
- Queries about the qualification and monitoring processes, making contact through the Supplier Support Service (Atención y Soporte de Aprovisionamientos [ASA]), or sending an email to: firstname.lastname@example.org or by telephone at the following number +34 91 659 99 83 | <urn:uuid:3057a22f-2c93-44d6-b954-4cfaa949fc56> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://ree-prored.fullstep.net/script/login/PRORED/eng/default.asp? | 2023-09-24T23:29:30Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.88209 | 257 |
The VII International Trade Fair “Industrial Ecology” will be held from 5th to 7th November 2019 at the International Exhibition Center. The main purpose of the exhibition is to show to the stakeholder the latest scientific and technical achievements in the production environment to ensure the environmental safety of natural environment. The fair will discuss about waste and recycling of industrial solid, recycling and disposal of plastic waste and technical rubber products, environmentally technologies and production. More info available here.
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I was thrilled to speak with Lamp Mode recording artist Timothy Brindle on Christ the Center’s special 300th episode. But some of our regular listeners may wonder why we chose to speak with a rapper. How does that relate to Christ the Center’s core focus? Timothy is doing something interesting. Several critics have written hip hop off as a medium that cannot be used to communicate the full range of the gospel. Yet Timothy’s music is astoundingly rich in its Reformed theological content. He weaves the themes of redemptive-history throughout his music—and it’s only getting better as he’s is working toward an MDiv at Westminster Theological Seminary.
This comes as no surprise to his long-time listeners and those familiar with this musical-theological movement. In our interview, we hope to introduce a new group of listeners to these efforts. Whether or not the aesthetic is appealing to each particular person, we hope everyone will gain an appreciation for this form of gospel communication.
In our discussion, Timothy focuses on how the medium of hip hop is particularly suited for certain expressions of the gospel. The form that provides access to groups that exist outside traditional Reformed communities. But more importantly, where the forms of much contemporary Christian music struggle, the lyrical nature of hip hop offers an artistic structure capable of supporting dense and weighty theological content.
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- In those days marriage was considered as a sacred thing. As it was considered a sacred thing.
- There are conditions as to marriage to be valid. A person may not live with two spouses at the same time.
- At the time of marriage, the bridegroom must be 21 years old and the bride must be 18 years old, and neither party must be incapable of providing legal consent due to insanity. If the parties are capable of giving legal consent, they must not have a mental illness that renders them unfit for marriage and childbearing. Neither party should be subjected to insane assaults regularly.
- Unless their customs or usage enable them to form such a married connection, the parties should not be sapindas of each other and should not be in the banned degrees of relationship.
- The marriage should be registered within 90 days without fine and within 90 to 150 days with fine.
- Log in to tnreginet.gov.in
- Click registration then marriage registration, select what registration i.e. hindu marriage, TN Marriage or special marriage.
- Fill the details and submit the documents
- Then go to application status and click initiate token. A token will be initiated
- Go to e payment and initiate payment
- Wedding invitation
- Ration card or Driving license or passport or visa
- Birth certificate
- School certificate/ college certificate
- Passport or visa.
- 4 passport size photo
- The main benefit of marriage registration certificate is that you will be able to get a passport, a visa and a number of other documents such as driving license, bank accounts etc. Registering your marriage will enable you to get a passport.
- As this Marriage certificate is authenticated as per government body, it will be considered as the most authenticated proof of marriage.
- This registration is made compulsory to acquire family law benefits, in case of divorce, alimony, judicial separation, custody of child.
- This certificate acts as strong evidence in martial dispute by either of them.
- For applying for passport or visa also for opening bank account. | <urn:uuid:680d8c5d-b886-4e2b-9048-171be887dcaf> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://regalwhiz.com/marriage-registration/ | 2023-09-25T00:20:24Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.925035 | 442 |
This premises occupies a prominent position on Ellis Quay in Smithfield, Dublin 7, with a shop front at ground level and distinctive brickwork on the upper frontage. The property is laid out over 4 floors with basement, consisting of 11 separate rooms, a kitchen, 2x sets of ladies & gents toilets.
The property is fitted with a security alarm and fire alarm systems.
The surrounding Smithfield area has seen wide scale redevelopment over the past number of years, with new apartments, offices, artist studios, shops, hotels, gyms, cinema and restaurants. The area is now seen as one of Dublin’s most vibrant locations and ongoing development in the area will no doubt add to this.
The surrounding area continues to be associated with Legal Services, with the Four Courts, Family and Childrens Courts, Law Society, Law Library and a multitude of Solicitors Offices all in close proximity to the property.
(These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract, and whilst every effort has been made in preparing all descriptions, dimensions, maps, and plans, these details should not be relied upon as fact. Dimensions / Illustrations are for guideline purposes only and not to scale. RE/MAX Properties – Team Citywide will not hold itself responsible for any inaccuracies contained therein.) | <urn:uuid:ac037c63-8b7c-487d-ae27-a71cafd93985> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://remaxproperties.ie/property/3-ellis-quay/ | 2023-09-25T00:07:14Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.920298 | 264 |
Welcome to your oasis of luxury living. This meticulously designed and fully furnished executive home offers an unparalleled level of comfort and style. With 3 spacious bedrooms, office & 2.5 modern bathrooms, and high-end furnishings throughout, this residence is tailor-made for those who demand the very best. An expansive layout spanning 2462 sq. ft., thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertainment. Central air conditioning, in-unit laundry, and a two-car garage complete this executive experience. Step into the beautifully landscaped backyard with a covered patio for alfresco dining and a relaxing ambiance. $3500/month with a 6 month lease option. Tenant would pay all utilities and maintain the lawn. Available for immediate move-in. No Pets/No Smoking Allowed! Applicants are required to complete an application, provide proof of income, and undergo a background and credit check. Please contact Stephanie with Riddle Properties for more information or to schedule a showing 208-329-2502.
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Long-term dynamics driven by resonant wave-particle interactions: from Hamiltonian resonance theory to phase space mapping
journal contributionposted on 2021-02-17, 09:52 authored by Anton Artemyev, Anatoly NeishtadtAnatoly Neishtadt, Alexey Vasiliev, Xiao-Jia Zhang, Didier Mourenas, Dmitri Vainchtein
In this study we consider the Hamiltonian approach for the construction of a map for a system with nonlinear resonant interaction, including phase trapping and phase bunching effects. We derive basic equations for a single resonant trajectory analysis and then generalize them into the map in the energy/pitch-angle space. The main advances of this approach are the possibility to consider effects of many resonances and to simulate the evolution of the resonant particle ensemble on long time ranges. For illustrative purposes we consider the system with resonant relativistic electrons and field-aligned whistler-mode waves. The simulation results show that the electron phase space density within the resonant region is flattened with reduction of gradients. This evolution is much faster than the predictions of quasi-linear theory. We discuss further applications of the proposed approach and possible ways for its generalization.
Russian Scientific Foundation (project no. 19-12-00313)
NSF grant 2021749 and NASA grant 80NSSC20K1270
NASA grants 80NSSC20K1578 and 80NSSC19K0266
Leverhulme Trust grant RPG-2018-143
- Mathematical Sciences
Published inJournal of Plasma Physics
PublisherCambridge University Press (CUP)
- AM (Accepted Manuscript)
Rights holder© The Authors
Publisher statementThis article has been published in a revised form in Journal of Plasma Physics https://doi.org/10.1017/S0022377821000246. This version is published under a Creative Commons CC-BY-NC-ND. No commercial re-distribution or re-use allowed. Derivative works cannot be distributed. © The Authors. | <urn:uuid:3b25f867-8a94-4c5a-a674-410dee06e612> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://repository.lboro.ac.uk/articles/journal_contribution/Long-term_dynamics_driven_by_resonant_wave-particle_interactions_from_Hamiltonian_resonance_theory_to_phase_space_mapping/14043773/1 | 2023-09-25T00:21:04Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.794436 | 509 |
Tortoises are fascinating creatures that are known for their longevity and slow pace of life. However, sometimes they can experience health issues that affect their mobility. One such issue is when a tortoise drags its back legs. This can be a cause for concern for pet owners, as it can indicate an underlying health problem.
The most common reason for a tortoise to drag its back legs is metabolic bone disease (MBD). MBD is a condition caused by a lack of calcium in the tortoise’s diet, which can lead to weak bones and muscle weakness. This can make it difficult for the tortoise to move around, and they may drag their back legs as a result. It is important for tortoise owners to provide a balanced diet that includes calcium-rich foods to prevent MBD and other health issues.
Symptoms of Tortoise Dragging Back Legs
When a tortoise is dragging its back legs, it is a sign that something is wrong. This symptom can be caused by various health issues, including metabolic bone disease, spinal cord injuries, and infections. In this section, we will explore the visible signs of a tortoise dragging back legs.
The most obvious sign that a tortoise is dragging its back legs is that it is unable to walk normally. Instead, the tortoise will drag its hind legs behind it or may even be unable to move them at all. This can cause the tortoise to move slowly or appear lethargic.
In addition to difficulty walking, other visible signs of a tortoise dragging back legs may include:
- Swollen or inflamed joints
- Abnormal curvature of the spine
- Discoloration or lesions on the skin
- Abnormal posture or movement
If you notice any of these signs in your tortoise, it is important to seek veterinary care immediately. A veterinarian can perform a physical examination and may recommend further diagnostic tests, such as X-rays or blood work, to determine the underlying cause of the symptom.
X-rays can be particularly helpful in diagnosing issues related to the bones and joints. They can reveal fractures, bone density issues, and other abnormalities. Pictures of the affected area may also be taken to help the veterinarian visualize the issue more clearly.
In conclusion, if you notice your tortoise dragging its back legs, it is a sign that something is wrong. The visible signs of this symptom can vary, but may include difficulty walking, swollen joints, abnormal curvature of the spine, and more. It is important to seek veterinary care immediately to determine the underlying cause and provide appropriate treatment.
Causes of Tortoise Dragging Back Legs
Tortoise dragging back legs can be a common problem in pet tortoises, and it can be caused by several factors. In this section, we will discuss some of the most common causes of tortoise dragging back legs.
Metabolic Bone Disease
Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) is a common cause of tortoise dragging back legs. MBD is a condition that occurs when there is a lack of calcium in the tortoise’s diet. Calcium is essential for the proper growth and development of bones, and a deficiency can lead to weak bones, deformities, and fractures.
Tortoises that are not provided with enough calcium in their diet are at risk of developing MBD. This is especially true for young tortoises that are still growing. In addition to a lack of calcium, other factors that can contribute to MBD include a lack of vitamin D3, which is necessary for calcium absorption, and an excess of phosphorus, which can interfere with calcium absorption.
Nutrition is another common cause of tortoise dragging back legs. Tortoises require a balanced diet that includes a variety of foods to provide them with the nutrients they need to stay healthy. A diet that is too high in protein can lead to gout, which can cause joint pain and swelling.
Tortoises are herbivores and require a diet that is high in fiber and low in fat. They should be fed a variety of leafy greens, vegetables, and fruits. However, not all vegetables and fruits are suitable for tortoises. Some vegetables and fruits contain high levels of oxalic acid, which can interfere with calcium absorption and lead to MBD.
In addition to MBD and nutrition, other factors can contribute to tortoise dragging back legs. For example, tortoises that are kept in an environment that is too cold can develop muscle weakness, which can cause them to drag their back legs. Similarly, tortoises that are kept in an environment that is too dry can develop dehydration, which can also lead to muscle weakness.
Overall, it is important to provide your tortoise with a healthy diet and a suitable environment to prevent tortoise dragging back legs. By providing your tortoise with the proper care, you can help ensure that they stay healthy and happy for years to come.
Diagnosis of Tortoise Dragging Back Legs
When a tortoise is dragging its back legs, it is a sign that something is wrong. To diagnose the issue, a veterinarian will need to perform a thorough examination of the tortoise. The vet will look for any signs of injury or illness that could be causing the problem.
One of the most important diagnostic tools for determining the cause of tortoise dragging back legs is an X-ray. This imaging technique allows the vet to see the bones and joints in the tortoise’s legs and spine.
An X-ray can reveal a variety of issues, including fractures, dislocations, and spinal problems. It can also show any abnormalities in the shape or positioning of the bones and joints.
If the vet suspects a spinal problem, they may perform a myelogram, which involves injecting a contrast dye into the spinal canal and taking X-rays to see the flow of the dye. This can help identify any areas of compression or damage to the spinal cord.
In some cases, a CT scan or MRI may be necessary to get a more detailed look at the tortoise’s anatomy.
Overall, X-rays are a crucial tool in diagnosing the cause of tortoise dragging back legs. They allow the vet to see inside the tortoise’s body and identify any issues that may be causing the problem.
Treatment of Tortoise Dragging Back Legs
When a tortoise is dragging its back legs, it is usually a sign of an underlying health issue. The condition can be caused by various factors such as metabolic bone disease, spinal injury, or nutritional deficiencies. Treatment of the condition is essential to prevent further damage and improve the tortoise’s quality of life.
Proper nutrition is essential for the treatment of tortoise dragging back legs. The tortoise’s diet should be rich in calcium, which is necessary for healthy bone growth and development. Calcium-rich foods such as kale, collard greens, and dandelion greens should be included in the tortoise’s diet.
Supplements such as Nutrabol can also be used to boost the tortoise’s calcium intake. However, it is important to note that excessive calcium supplementation can also be harmful to the tortoise’s health. Therefore, it is recommended to consult a veterinarian to determine the appropriate dosage.
In addition to calcium supplements, other supplements can also be used to treat tortoise dragging back legs. Vitamin D3 supplements can help the tortoise absorb calcium better, thus improving bone health. Omega-3 supplements can also be used to reduce inflammation in the tortoise’s body.
It is important to note that supplements should not be used as a substitute for a healthy diet. A balanced diet that meets the tortoise’s nutritional needs should always be the first line of defense against health issues.
In conclusion, proper nutrition and supplements can play a vital role in the treatment of tortoise dragging back legs. However, it is important to consult a veterinarian to determine the underlying cause of the condition and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
Prevention of Tortoise Dragging Back Legs
Preventing tortoise dragging back legs is crucial for their health and well-being. There are several steps that can be taken to prevent this condition, including:
A tortoise’s diet plays a significant role in preventing tortoise dragging back legs. Providing a diet that is high in calcium and low in phosphorus is essential. Calcium is necessary for the formation and maintenance of healthy bones, while phosphorus can interfere with calcium absorption. A diet that is low in calcium and high in phosphorus can lead to metabolic bone disease (MBD), which can cause tortoise dragging back legs.
Tortoises require adequate lighting to metabolize calcium properly. Without proper lighting, tortoises may not be able to absorb calcium efficiently, leading to MBD and tortoise dragging back legs. Providing UVB lighting for 10-12 hours a day is recommended to ensure that tortoises receive adequate lighting.
Tortoises require a proper enclosure that provides adequate space and a suitable substrate. A substrate that is too hard or abrasive can cause damage to the tortoise’s shell and legs, leading to tortoise dragging back legs. A substrate that is too soft can cause the tortoise to sink, making it difficult to move around and exercise. Providing a suitable enclosure with a proper substrate can help prevent tortoise dragging back legs.
Regular check-ups with a veterinarian who specializes in reptiles are essential for preventing tortoise dragging back legs. A veterinarian can detect early signs of MBD and other health conditions that can lead to tortoise dragging back legs. Regular check-ups can also ensure that the tortoise’s diet and enclosure are appropriate for their needs.
In conclusion, preventing tortoise dragging back legs requires a combination of proper diet, adequate lighting, a suitable enclosure, and regular check-ups with a veterinarian. By following these steps, tortoise owners can ensure that their pets remain healthy and active.
Case Studies of Tortoise Dragging Back Legs
Tortoise dragging back legs is a common problem that can occur due to various reasons. Here are some case studies of tortoise dragging back legs:
Case Study 1: Sulcata Tortoise
A 4-year-old sulcata tortoise was brought to the vet clinic with a complaint of dragging its back legs. The tortoise was otherwise healthy and active. Upon examination, the vet found that the tortoise had a bladder stone that was causing pressure on the spinal cord, leading to the dragging of the back legs. Surgery was performed to remove the stone, and the tortoise recovered fully after a few weeks of rest and rehabilitation.
Case Study 2: Liver Disease
A 7-year-old tortoise was brought to the vet clinic with a complaint of dragging its back legs. The tortoise had a history of liver disease. Upon examination, the vet found that the tortoise had developed a spinal cord disease due to the liver disease, leading to the dragging of the back legs. The vet prescribed medication to manage the liver disease and recommended rest and rehabilitation for the tortoise. After a few weeks, the tortoise showed improvement in its condition.
In conclusion, tortoise dragging back legs can be a symptom of various underlying health issues, including bladder stones and liver disease. It is essential to take your tortoise to a vet for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
News and Updates on Tortoise Dragging Back Legs
Tortoise dragging back legs is a common problem among pet owners. It can be caused by various factors, such as injury, illness, or age. Here are some recent updates and news on this issue:
- A recent study published in the Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery found that tortoises with shell injuries are more likely to experience hind limb weakness or paralysis. The study suggests that shell injuries can affect the spinal cord and lead to neurological problems.
- Another study published in the Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine found that tortoises with metabolic bone disease (MBD) are more likely to have hind limb weakness. MBD is a common condition in captive tortoises that affects their bone health.
- In March 2023, the American Tortoise Rescue (ATR) launched a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of providing proper care and habitat for tortoises. The campaign includes resources on how to prevent and treat common health problems in tortoises, including hind limb weakness.
- According to the Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group, tortoises with hind limb weakness or paralysis can benefit from physical therapy and rehabilitation. Exercises such as swimming and walking on a treadmill can help improve their muscle strength and mobility.
- In April 2023, a tortoise named Goliath at the San Diego Zoo underwent surgery to correct a spinal cord injury that was causing hind limb weakness. The surgery was successful, and Goliath is now recovering well.
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Sabia campanulata Wall. subsp. ritchieae (Rehder & E.H. Wilson) Y.F. Wu, an endemic species from China is recorded for the first time to the flora of India from Sainj Wildlife Sanctuary of Himachal Pradesh, India. Detail description, illustration, habitat, flowering and fruiting period along with field photographs are provided for easy identification. A note has also been provided on the population status of the taxon in India. © 2019, The National Academy of Sciences, India. | <urn:uuid:e074bdc1-55d1-42dd-94d0-0df1c5635d04> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://research.caluniv.ac.in/publication/sabia-campanulata-wall-subsp-ritchieae-rehder-eh-wilson-yf | 2023-09-24T23:03:24Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.893809 | 111 |
The University of Georgia Institutional Review Board (IRB) has instituted new procedures that streamline the review of human subjects research qualifying for exempt review. UGA recently joined the Flexibility Coalition, a group consisting of major U.S. research institutions and medical centers that has a major goal of identifying “flexibility” measures that institutions can implement in the IRB review to reduce regulatory burden for researchers and/or workload for IRBs without diminishing human subject protections. This flexibility is permitted for an institution that has limited the scope of its Federalwide Assurance (FWA) for the Protection of Human Subjects to federally sponsored research. UGA is one of those institutions, which means that it is allowed a degree of flexibility in the review and oversight of unfunded research involving no risk or no greater than minimal risk to the participants.
As its first flexibility initiative, UGA IRB has approved the addition of two new “Flex” Exempt categories for non-federally funded studies. Also, only certain modifications to exempt research will now require IRB review and approval. These changes are all embodied in the new Policies and Procedures for Exempt Review available at https://research.uga.edu/docs/policies/compliance/hso/IRB-Exempt-Review.pdf.
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The University of Georgia Institutional Review Board (IRB) has approved the following new Policies & Procedures and form templates:
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UGA users of the CITI online library, which provides mandatory IRB training for Human Subjects Research, Responsible Conduct of Research training and Conflict of Interest training, will no longer be able to use the Internet (IE) 7 browser to access the library, effective March 2015.
CITI currently offers full support for Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Safari; these constitute 99 percent of CITI traffic. IE 7, which is now more than 8 years old, will be blocked. Site users will need to have IE 8 or later, or use a current version of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Older versions are often less secure and provide less functionality.
In the coming months, CITI will be adding several usability enhancements and new features.
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Research Ethics Course Offered in Fall to Meet NIH RCR requirement
A course on research ethics that meets the NIH Responsible Conduct of Research requirement for T, K, and F awards will be offered this fall.
Qualitative Research 8595 – Research Ethics in the Professional and Social Sciences meet the NIH requirement and also counts as an elective for the Interdisciplinary Qualitative Studies Certificate.
The course explores ethical dilemmas in conducting research in the social, professional, and human sciences and the sources of ethical principles and practices used to address these dilemmas. Philosophical traditions in ethics from around the world and codes of ethical practice from professional associations, government agencies, and other relevant institutions are examined for their applications to choices researchers make and challenges they face. This course is designed to equip researchers studying human behavior and experience to engage in ethical analysis and concrete ethical problem solving when designing, conducting, analyzing, reporting, and applying research design. The prerequisite for QUAL 8595 is any prior course in research methods and design.
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The US Department of Agriculture implemented a new regulation in February, 2013 requiring all employees (PIs, Co-PIs, undergraduates, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and sub-recipients) on National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) awards to have appropriate training in Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR). PIs of currently active NIFA awards and all others employed on this award must complete required RCR training.
UGA uses an on-line RCR training program we implemented in 2010 to meet similar National Science Foundation (NSF) regulations pertaining to RCR training for grant employees. This system, called the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI), is also the same online system used by the Human Subjects Office to meet the federal training requirements regarding use of human subjects in research.
This training needs only be taken once. Anyone currently employed on a NIFA award who might have previously worked on an NSF award since 2010 does not have to re-take RCR training.
The link to enter UGA’s RCR training module is https://paul.ovpr.uga.edu/CITI/ . More information about this requirement, CITI, and your options for taking this training can be found at https://ovpr.uga.edu/rcr/. Please contact Maryann Deom (email@example.com or 2-8808) if you have any questions about your obligations under NIFA regulations.
How is your lab managing its waste? Autoclaving is the most dependable procedure used by researchers for the destruction of biological waste material.
A proper autoclave preventive maintenance program along with a biological monitoring program are essential components of ensuring the reliability of an autoclave. Having neither of these in place could pose significant issues as waste moves from the lab to the landfill. The Office of Biosafety has placed autoclave guidance documents on their web page https://ovpr.uga.edu/biosafety/ for easy reference.
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AALAS (American Association for Laboratory Animal Science) has announced that the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) has granted Registry Approved Continuing Education (RACE) CEs for 12 courses on the Library, offering a total of 15 CEs accepted by AAVSB for these courses.
The AALAS Learning Library has been the premier resource for animal-related online training courses in recent years. Free accounts to this library are issued for all personnel on an Animal Use Protocol (AUP) at UGA.
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This is even more important in satellite facilities where the Attending Veterinarian may have little interaction on a day-to-day basis. Timely communication of any research animal health issues helps ensure appropriate animal health oversight that includes and promotes effective medical treatment of animals, complete veterinary medical records, and an enhanced program of disease prevention and control.
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The Human Subjects Office and the Institutional Review Board (IRB) would like to clarify information on IRB submissions regarding “Primary Contact.”
It seems that there is some confusion about who should be listed as the Primary Contact on the protocol. The “Primary Contact” is the person that will receive all key correspondence related to the submission. This does not necessarily have to be the “Principal Investigator.” Note that in cases where the protocol is being submitted for a student thesis or dissertation, the student should be listed as the “Primary Contact.” The Principal Investigator will always receive all correspondence, whether or not he/she is listed as the Primary Contact.
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Goldsmith, M. & Barber, K. (2001). Vot Long Pati Ia! (Your vote, our party). Contemporary Pacific, 13(1), 307-308.
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Twenty-five-year-old Alexis Lundgren traveled the US as a trainer for a national restaurant chain before returning to Peosta to be the Operations Manager for her family’s establishment Trackside Bar & Grill. She is already an equal partner in the business, charged with human resources, inventory, catering, marketing and entertainment. She notes that hospitality requires, “a level-head, strong work ethic, the ability to multitask and great people skills.” But she’s also stresses the importance of supporting the community and giving back, “Being successful isn’t just about you, it’s about how you share your success with your neighbors.”
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Supporting herself as a server and bartender while in school, Anne Audo made a career in hospitality and is now tearing it up as a District Sales Manager with Sysco Foods Iowa. “There are so many upward advancement opportunities for women in this industry,” says Anne who was promoted within Sysco after only two and a half years. Her advice to other women, “Be bold, find a mentor, and lean into your natural strengths.” She points out women need to be comfortable asking for growth opportunities. She says, “Be a problem solver and advocate not only for your company and team, but the restaurant owners and employees.”
Chef Austina Smith is as inspirational as she is talented. After a cancer diagnosis, esophagus removal, and 9 months with a feeding tube, she relearned chewing, swallowing and tasting food. But this survivor is a thriver. Now the Executive Chef at Grand Living at Bridgewater, she delights residents daily, and encourages all who know her. Says Austina, “Walk with confidence and smile, it’s part of your profile. Don’t be discouraged, you might need to go the unconventional route, but there’s no timeline on learning or pursuing your goals, if this is your passion, stick with it and it will pay off.”
Like many restaurant owners, El Fogon’s Blanca Plascencia wears many hats. A business owner, wife and mother, she is just as likely to greet customers at the door as be in the kitchen. A native of Mexico, Blanca has created a restaurant reminiscent of her childhood where life centered around the kitchen, and her mother, aunts and grandma worked together expressing love through food. Says Blanca, “The restaurant team has become an extension of my family. We spend so much time together.” Customers feel it too, as Blanca is careful to ensure that everyone who walks through the door, is treated like a guest in her home.
Brittany Quaid, General Manager at Pullman Bar & Diner, has always been drawn to the hospitality industry—whether it was cooking, baking, serving, or bartending. With every new restaurant position, her passion for creating great food, drink and ambiance, grew. Now a young mom, Brittany is managing one of Iowa City’s hottest new establishments and is thrilled with the flexibility and growth opportunities the industry offers. “Hospitality provides a unique community and a family for the people working in it” says Brittany. “It’s hard work, but it’s all worthwhile because I get to be the best part of someone’s day, or become part of their traditions.”
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Fabiola Carlin, co-owner of Panka Peruvian Restaurant in Des Moines started her culinary career in Peru, where she trained under several renown chefs. She immigrated to the U.S. and recently opened her first restaurant. She daily delights patrons with unique South American flavors, fresh ingredients and an upscale casual ambiance. Says Fabiola, “Women can thrive in this industry. We are natural leaders and great at paying attention to people. This industry comes with big challenges, but the rewards are endless and the pride of sharing your creations and passion for food with patrons makes it all worth it.”
Faye Swift has a gift for recognizing, encouraging and developing leaders in the hospitality industry. The real estate professional/ restaurateur was owner of Sluggers Neighborhood Grille in Coralville, before it was destroyed by a flood in 2008. But that didn’t’ slow her down. She partnered with the people she knew best to open some of the Iowa City’s biggest hotspots including St. Burch Tavern, Big Grove Brewery, Blackstone and Red’s Ale House. According to the hordes who consider Faye a mentor, the “matriarch of Iowa’s City restaurant scene” taught them three key principals. 1. There’s a difference between hospitality and service so do the former. 2. Provide good product—always. 3. Operate your business as a family. Invest in people. They are the biggest assets you have.
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Twenty-five-year-old Hanna Burkle, General Manager and Co-Owner of Rolling Smoke Barbeque in Pleasant Hill is daily putting her degree in Sociology (the study of people) from the University of Iowa to good use. “It’s not what happens around you, but how you respond that matters,” says this student of people and natural leader. Having worked in nearly every capacity in a restaurant, she now runs the front-of-house, employee scheduling, vendors, and catering portions of Rolling Smoke. Hanna thinks hospitality is a good industry for women and men. “It builds leadership skills, confidence, and allows you to work with your hands,” says Hanna.
A commercial real estate professional who then apprenticed in the original Molly’s Cupcakes in Chicago, Jamie Skinner opened the first Molly’s Cupcakes franchise in Iowa City in 2012, and later added the Des Moines location. An entrepreneur through and through, she most recently opened and co-owns Dodge Street Coffeehouse in Iowa City, a place welcoming to children as well as coffee drinkers. Dodge Street supports other local restaurants by selling their food offerings. Jamie takes her role as a woman restaurant owner seriously, supporting and mentoring other women in the industry and collaborating with many women-owned restaurants.
Joni Bell, owner of Great Caterers of Iowa, Inc., is a self-taught chef and business owner who is “all about the details.” She is well known for her multiple recognitions as a vendor at the Iowa State Fair including “best new food” honors. She has also been awarded a Bronze Medal from the U.S. Army for “service, product and commitment” in serving troops. Her secret? Knowing what she wants. “Hospitality happens every second! I give 100% daily to prove myself and my companies to each and every person we serve! I strive for perfection and lots of smiles,” says Joni.
Julie Schoenherr, owner-operator of SoHo Kitchen & Bar in the Historic District of Sioux City, is recognized across Siouxland for both her restaurant and her philanthropic endeavors. SoHo has stacked up a slew of state and national awards since its opening in 2009 and Julie is a regular on IPTV’s Iowa Ingredient. Julie says the restaurant industry is an “open field” for women who are ready to work hard to pursue their passion. Her impact is far-reaching, 26 of her 27 employees support their families with their restaurant jobs. When she’s not at SoHo, she gives her time to multiple nonprofit boards including the Downtown Partners.
Chef Karla V. Boetel, an instructor at Iowa Culinary Institute in Des Moines, has influenced hundreds of aspiring chefs. An alumnus of ICI herself, she also attended the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) in Hyde Park, NY. She has worked across the country, as well as internationally. She served as Executive Chef for Iowa State University, before returning to teach at ICI. Says Chef Karla, “Our industry is ever-changing and women can lead the way.” Always finding teachable moments she advises, “Read everything you can get your hands on and never stop learning. One is a student all their lives when they choose a career like this.”
Freelance writer Karla Walsh established her “foodie” credentials as a food editor for Better Homes and Gardens, as well as serving as the “Datebook Diner” restaurant reviewer for The Des Moines Register. Today, her work can be found on EatThis.com, WomansDay.com, FoodNetwork.com and more, plus in dsm Magazine. She also uses her talents to help locally-owned restaurants create high-impact marketing campaigns. “I choose a career that supports the hospitality industry,” says Karla. “Reporting on the food and dining scene and doing the (not-so-tough) ‘research’ dining out to keep up with trends and new openings is my tiny way to try to support local businesses and people who truly care about their craft.”
After a performance career, Kate Willer knew she couldn’t take a 9 to 5 job. She climbed the ranks of the New York restaurant scene including the famous Gramercy Tavern. In 2016, she returned to Des Moines to serve as GM of Bubba – Southern Comforts. She is passionate about the role restaurants play in people’s lives. “People come to us in their best and worst times. They come to celebrate births, weddings, deaths, reunions, birthdays, anniversaries and so much more. They come to be nourished not only in body, but to be given that warm hospitality of someone else serving and taking care of them,” says Kate.
Described by those around her as a “force of nature,” Katie Greenfield, co-founder and operator of the award-winning Jefferson County Ciderworks & Food Plot Tap Room, leverages her background as a West Coast business consultant to startups and other venture capital funded companies, to manage her growing business. She returned to her Iowa roots to help create and put the local cidery on the map— spearheading the restaurant’s summer food truck program and farm-to-table dinners. Katie works with the chef to design new menus and special events at the taproom—drawing crowds of 300+ through their doors.
Chef Kerri Rush is a true trailblazer. The award-winning vegetarian chef has competed head on with meat –based dishes and won. She credits her diligence and drive to succeed to a long line of food-focused hardworking women. Known by many as the “wheatgrass girl” she is owner, farmer and chef at Fresh Wheatgrass Girl Farm in Carlisle. She also owns Fresh Café & Market and a Fresh Juice Stand at the Downtown Farmers Market. Kerri’s philosophy? “Provide products that are alive and over flowing with positive energy and nourishment…. I support local, small farmers and raise up my neighbors even if they are across the globe,” says Kerri.
Krista Kay, Owner of Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill in Princeton, is a champion for the entire Iowa hospitality industry. She rallied Eastern Iowa operators and traveled to the statehouse multiple times to help bring about significant DRAM reform. Her riverside hot spot has been recognized for its ambiance and food, and she is just as quick to promote the entire region through her work with the Mississippi River Parkway Commission. Krista grew up working at her family’s hunting and fishing resort. She shares, “I learned from my mom that every detail matters, every time, with every guest. I still use that philosophy today.”
Lauren Doll-Sheeder is a third-generation member of the Doll Distributing, a business her family grew from 7 accounts in 1965 to 4,000+ today. “I grew up attending events, visiting customers, and spending my weekends among the stacks of beer in our warehouse,” says Lauren. “I knew I wanted to be in this industry because it’s constantly evolving which means we have to be adapting and growing too.” Lauren made her mark outside of the company before bringing her unique perspective and skillset to the Doll team. She is now a Sales and Marketing Specialist. “Our business motto is building brands; building relationships, and that is what I intend to do!”
Whether setting up a test kitchen, traveling the globe representing a commodity group, or arranging press events for chefs, Linda Funk, Executive Director of The Soyfoods Council, has always been an innovator in Iowa, and the Nation’s, food scenes. Recognized by countless groups for her contributions to advancing the notion that nutrition can be an integral part of great food, Linda’s advice to women looking for expanded opportunities in the hospitality industry is straightforward. “Follow your passions. Serve on committees. Take on leadership roles and create an informal community of peers and other contacts who inspire you, support you and serve as a sounding board.”
New mom Lindsey Wallace started a serving job because she needed flexible hours, but she quickly discovered she had a passion and knack for hospitality. She worked in concepts ranging from sports bars to fine dining establishments, finding mentors and role models who helped lay the foundation for her decision to complete a degree and pursue a career in hospitality. In 2018, she landed at Pete’s Thai Kitchen in Dubuque’s up-and-coming North End neighborhood. Now a partner in the restaurant, which has earned both best new business and best new restaurant awards, Lindsey is a rising star in the Eastern Iowa restaurant scene.
Chef Lisa LaValle, owner of Trellis, which is in the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, has been part of elevating the Des Moines and Iowa culinary scenes for more than 20 years. From judging culinary competitions in Loire Valley in France, to participating in the National tapas festival in Spain, as well as extending her “chef diplomacy” to China, LaValle has found creating healthy, locally sourced dishes and menus to be an artistic outlet. “Sharing food is the most enjoyable way to learn about a culture,” says Lisa. She and husband Michael are sponsors of Iowa Ingredient, an IPTV program, featuring food growers and chefs in Iowa.
Liz Ramey, Asst. GM for Gilroy’s Kitchen + Pub + Patio, West Des Moines, knew the hospitality industry, where creative skills are valuable, was the perfect fit for her Communications and Graphic Design degrees. She started working in a concession stand at 14 and continued through the ranks of restaurant concepts and roles while she completed her education. Upon graduation, she knew she could build a career in hospitality. She’s most excited about mentoring others. “I’m proud of the people I’ve had a small hand in developing, whether they continue in the hospitality or not,” says Liz. “A minute spent in the hospitality industry is never a minute wasted. The possibilities are endless.”
Washington, Iowa native Lorraine Williams moved to Italy at age 19 and returned to her hometown (pop. 7,500) three decades later to open Café Dodici, a fine dining restaurant in a renovated historic building in the downtown square. Her restaurant quickly became a “destination” helping revive the once-dying downtown, but Lorraine was just getting started. She also renovated an adjacent building for a coffee gift shop, converted upper level areas into luxury suites and co-founded a nonprofit art center. Her action was the catalyst for nearly $25 million now invested into the downtown. Members of the community call Lorraine a “beacon of light.”
Martha McAninch worked her way up the ladder from cashier to General Manager for the busiest Gusto Pizza Co location in Des Moines. But beyond her work in the Metro hotspot, she’s become philanthropy champion. She serves as the event coordinator for the company’s annual “Take a Slice Out of Hunger” campaign, running lead on a golf tournament which raises tens of thousands of dollars for Joppa, a local homeless outreach program. Says Martha, “Hospitality is a like a group project; what are you bringing to the table? Express your creativity and work with those around you to grow together.”
Michelle Booth, Operating Partner for Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, West Des Moines says being in the hospitality industry let’s her “throw a party every day.” She has received multiple operation awards but beyond her daily work in the fine dining establishment, Michelle is a visible part of the community, working with the leukemia lymphoma society, mentoring DMACC students and supporting ProStart high school programs. She thinks the possibilities for women in the industry are endless. “It’s a fast-paced, creative thinking, multifaceted industry. there’s so many different areas you can go into, I don’t think the glass ceiling exists in this arena for women anymore,” says Michelle.
Natasha Sayles, Executive Director for Winefest in Des Moines is passionate about her community and ensuring others see and enjoy all it has to offer. She helped expand the focus and benefit of Winefest, increasing donations to its primary benefactor Bravo, but also creating a scholarship fund for sommelier certification and Iowa Culinary Institute students. Recognizing the symbiotic relationship between her organization and the hospitality industry, she has created wine education opportunities for restaurateurs in conjunction with the industry’s annual EXPO. “For Winefest, and many other events and festivals in Des Moines, the hospitality industry is at the core of what makes our events possible,” says Natasha.
Sara Hill worked alongside her chef husband at their award-winning restaurant for years, before fulfilling her unique vision for an establishment. Harkening back to her small-town roots, Hill created The Hare & The Hound in Earlham, a casual restaurant in a renovated historic building. Committed to local ingredients, Hill works with Iowa farmers including her father, who supplies many of the tomatoes for her brick oven pizzas. Once a custom jewelry designer, Sara, found a natural segue into becoming a restaurateur. Says Sara, “You talk to somebody about their food or cocktail, see what they like and turn around and make something better than they expected.”
Sarah Pritchard, owner/operator of Table 128 in Clive, appreciates the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. “It requires so many different skillsets, whether it’s taking care of guests, juggling schedules, managing people or budgets,” says Sarah. “Women multi-task well and can thrive in this environment. Although the hours are somewhat non-traditional, you can more easily achieve a balanced schedule while maintaining a career and caring for a family,” says the new mom. Sarah is a visible leader and voice for the entire industry, often traveling with delegations of restaurateurs to DC to lobby Congress, as well as testifying at the statehouse and serving on working groups to the benefit of all.
Sneh Chopra, owner/operator of Melting Bite at NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids may seem an unlikely restaurant owner. She holds degrees in Business Management and Computer Science from University of Iowa and worked in software. But she always had a passion for introducing people to new things, including vegetarian and Indian “street food.” Initially she hosted parties for fun, then she started an in-home bakery. Once she decided to move into the industry full time, there was no stopping her. Sneh sells made-from-scratch, authentic, made-fresh Indian food and truly embraces the notion of her business tagline, “There is Something for Every Palate.”
Stacey Wertzberger put her industry expertise to work for students at Iowa State University where she is a Hospitality and Event Management Academic Advisor. She has worked in nearly every facet of the industry from the management and culinary team at Marriott to Catering Manager and Retail Chef for HyVee. She daily offers advice to young women choosing hospitality careers. “The hospitality industry is very versatile and can grow with you depending on where you are at in your personal and professional life,” says the mom of four young children. “There are so many careers paths and options in the industry that the sky is the limit.”
Stephanie Sellers, Owner of Baked Beer & Bread Company, got her start making cupcakes for a local farmer’s market and soon realized her passion for creating beautiful and delicious desserts could be a career. Her Davenport restaurant reflects the fun environment she wants to work in. Unique events and creative marketing grew the first ever bakery/brewery quickly. Stephanie thinks more women should look to hospitality for their careers. “Women have the opportunity and skills to build teams and companies by utilizing their fearless natures,” says Stephanie. “The more women we get into Chef and upper level management positions the better we can be.”
Taylor Weiss, Head Baker at Crème Cupcake + Dessert in Des Moines, has always enjoyed creating things that are beautiful and delicious. During culinary school, she interned in France and upon her return quickly put her creative skills to work for the local bakery and runner-up in The Food Network’s Cupcake Wars. She is credited by Crème’s owner and fellow 40 Women honoree with the creation of several unique offerings including patron favorite “Crème Pops.” Says Taylor of the industry, “I believe in hospitality, more than any other industry, women are on the same footing as men. Your gender does not define what you can accomplish in this field.”
Chef Terrie Kohl worked in Des Moines as a food service broker and buyer before pursuing her dream and attending The New England Culinary Institute. She interned across New York state before returning to Iowa to work in some of the Des Moines area’s best restaurants. In 2003, Terrie struck out on her own, establishing Country Club Market, a “from home” business that offers culinary arts classes, customized catering, and baked goods. She is regularly featured in local media, gives her time judging food competitions and most recently launched her first cookbook Bringing Friends and Family Back Around the Table which features many of her family’s passed down and most treasured recipes.
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For years, Black Friday has been the biggest day of the year for shoppers to hit their favorite retail stores and score some awesome holiday deals. Black Friday is changing, however, when it comes to how people shop. Traffic data shows that in 2020, visits to brick-and-mortar stores dropped during Black Friday weekend by 49% compared to 2019. Although the dip in in-person shopping can be largely attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers have been trending toward online shopping for years now. Additionally, shoppers spent $9 billion in online sales on Black Friday in 2020, a 21.6% increase from 2019.
Your Black Friday marketing strategy should take the hint. Combining in-store events with online promotions and online channels (even if you don’t have an online store) is important. You have everything from paid ads to live streaming in your toolkit. We’ll show you how to use those tools with a list of Black Friday marketing ideas.
1. Do a warm-up flash sale ⚡️
You’re more likely to achieve good sales numbers by offering an occasional deal than by advertising constantly low prices. Flash sales, or time-limited offers, are a prime example of just how much people love good deals. If you send flash-sale notifications by email, for example, you can expect to see a 35% increase in transaction rates.
The increase in sales isn’t the benefit you’re counting on for Black Friday, though. Flash sales are eye-catching, and people will engage with communications that carry a message about sales. Grab attention with your warm-up flash sale and then direct it toward your bigger Black Friday sale.
If you really want to boost the success of your flash sale, there are a couple of things you can do. For one, you can live stream a flash sale to promote the deals you’ll be offering during the Black Friday sale. Live video helps you get more engagement as well. Plus, you can time the sale to last two to three hours, which seems to be the sweet spot. Try to have your flash sale in the evening, as this brings the best results.
2. Leverage good old email marketing ✉️
Whichever type of promotion you want to run before or during the Black Friday weekend, you should find a way to incorporate email. It’s is still among the most effective digital marketing tools — if you know how to write great emails.
Some of email-writing rules that will support your Black Friday marketing efforts include:
- Make sure the email template is responsive. Ensure that people can read it regardless of the device they use.
- Don’t bury the lead. Let people know what the email is about with a quick, bold, and big statement they’re sure to see right away.
- Include visual content. Keep the email light on text, include images (maybe even GIFs), and add video if possible.
- Don’t overdo it with CTAs. Don’t follow every sentence or image with a call to action. Keep it reasonable or you’ll annoy people.
- Tell them when it’s over. A limited-time offer will create a sense of urgency. Include the end date of the offer in the email to remind viewers to hurry up and snag the deal before it’s gone.
Of course, stick to the general rules of email marketing as well: don’t spam your readers with too many emails, make subject lines highly relevant, and give people a chance to opt out.
3. Set up a countdown (or several) ⏳
Nothing encourages people to make a purchase better than a ticking clock. Adding deadlines for deals is standard practice — you’ll be doing it in your Black Friday marketing emails, too — but you should also look for ways to turn it up a notch.
Plan a couple of deals for every hour of Black Friday. Then, add countdown timers that show when products go on sale. Once they’re on sale, show the viewers the ticking clock that says how long the deal is valid for.
You can plan your content around countdowns, too. If you want to live stream during your Black Friday sales event (and e-commerce businesses should definitely give streaming a try), incorporate the countdown into your live content. When you’re live streaming to increase the hype and excitement for the event, a countdown clock is a seamless addition.
4. Announce a new referral program ️💁♂️
Is there a better marketing tool than word of mouth? 92% of consumers say they’d believe recommendations from friends and family over the information they get through advertising. People read online reviews and testimonials before shopping, either in-person or online.
Most of us rely heavily on the opinions of others when making purchase decisions. You can use that social proof to your advantage in your Black Friday marketing. For example, start a referral program that’s active only during the sales event.
Use all the tools at your disposal to make the referral program successful. Hint at the program in your pre-Black Friday email campaign, then mention it during the live stream. Put a timer on it, and let your customers know they’ll get something nice only if they manage to bring you new customers by a specific time. Finally, make sure you offer a good referral bonus in return.
5. Boost your ad spend 🤑
There’s no way around it — if you plan to use ads as part of your Black Friday marketing campaign, you should create a bigger budget. Everyone else will be doing it, so the cost per click on your ads is bound to increase. You’ll have to follow suit if you want to stay in the game.
If you really want to excel at Black Friday paid marketing, you should do a couple of other things, too:
- Mention Black Friday in your ad copy. Don’t forget to update your ad copy to reflect the name of the sales event you’re running.
- Use the Google Ads promotion extension. It will add another line to your ads featuring the event, the discount, and the offer expiration date.
- Imply scarcity in the ad copy. You can use customizers that will add information about the quantity of products left in your inventory.
Also, start planning for the Black Friday ads a little in advance. If you’re running ads on Facebook, run them a week early to give them time to calibrate and catch their stride.
6. Offer coupon and discount codes early 🏷
Another way you can play into people’s love of good deals is by offering coupons or discount codes as part of your pre-Black Friday marketing campaign. This strategy works equally well for online and offline marketing. Just do it early enough to build anticipation and lock in the purchase intent.
Offline, you can use coupons with most of the promotional tools you already use. Coupons can easily become an addition to your direct mail marketing. If you’re buying TV or radio spots, include coupon codes in your ad copy. You can also put them in magazines or newspapers and offer them with each in-store purchase.
Online, you can be even more inventive with how you use coupon codes:
- Pepper them throughout your website and send an email blast announcing a pre-Black Friday coupon hunt.
- Use the codes in pre-event live video streams.
- Offer coupon codes at checkout in the weeks preceding Black Friday.
- Gamify coupon codes.
- Offer random discount values.
Make your coupon codes available, but also make getting the coupon code an engaging experience for customers.
7. Boost average order value at every step 🚀
The best thing about Black Friday marketing is that you don’t have to reinvent the wheel every year. You can use the methods and tools that worked the previous year alongside some new ones you want to try. You can also rely on the simple sales strategies e-commerce businesses implement every day of the year, not just on Black Friday.
Let’s say your goal is to increase your Black Friday sales by boosting the average order value. Some of the things you can try are:
- Put free shipping behind a threshold. Offer free shipping — but only make it available to people after they’ve purchased goods of a certain value.
- Offer coupon codes or gift cards at checkout. Give your customers an incentive to add another item or two to their carts before checking out.
- Display upsell and cross-sell options. Use product recommendations to show people similar or complementary products.
- Sell things in bundles or bulk and display savings. Let your customers know that they’ll achieve extra savings if they buy more.
These everyday sales and marketing strategies should have a place in your Black Friday arsenal. Not only do they work well on their own, but they also become even more powerful when you combine them with strategies for special sales events.
Read later: How businesses can drive sales with live video streaming 📍
🤩 Bonus tip: Multistream your live content!
For several of these techniques, live video serves as a great delivery method. You can incorporate countdowns in a live stream, use live streams to boost your flash sales, and announce a referral program or coupon code. You could do these things with other forms of content, too, but live streaming offers the most interactivity and engagement.
If you’re already using live video content as part of your Black Friday marketing strategy, you could do so much more by streaming it to multiple websites at the same time. Restream, a multistreaming tool, can help you save time and money while giving you the tools to expand your reach.
Best of all is that it’s easy to set up, and it doesn’t require any additional investment in hardware or software. If you can stream, you can multistream, so there’s really no reason you shouldn’t try it.
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Fresh milk and ice cream straight from a family farm. Homemade premium ice cream is available in hand-dipped cones and sundaes or in hand-packed half-gallons to take home.
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The ice cream is amazing!
all the ice cream ! the WHOLE milk 😁& Petting the little homies ( baby calfs ) 😯
Had cold subs sweet Lebanon bologna and cheese, Macaroni salad.... and creamy salted caramel in a waffle cone.... yummy... a must visit to the calf barn... they are so freaking cute... milking starts at 1:30 today Saturday... you can watch the girls all hooked up.. and even visit with a few waiting right at the window... definitely on our list to go back on a regular basis.... a great find in Lancaster county..
Fun to have ice cream and visit the cows.
Tonight I ordered a milkshake and it cost 5.99, when they called out for me to get my shake the cup was the size of a small soda. The cup was only 3/4 full , what a rip OFF. I can guarantee you they won’t rip me off again and telling people so they don’t steal from you TO!
Our milkshakes are a full 20 oz. cup made with our whole milk and four scoops of our premium ice cream that is made here and you may choose up to four flavors of ice cream. If you were served a cup that was only 3/4 full, it was not acceptable and was our mistake. We are offering you another free "full" size milkshake. Please check your messages for the details. We hope you will accept our apology for serving you an unacceptable product and we have taken the steps to prevent this from happening again as we continue training ... read more
The cows and calves and of course ice cream.
Great people all with a servants hearts. All items spot on wonderful.
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** And Jonathan Saul’s son arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God. ** 1 Samuel 23:16
A few days ago, we talked about renewing our strength through the truth and comfort of God’s Word. We also talked about the transformation that the Lord is constantly working in each of us through our trials and how this process strengthens us over time, even though the process itself may make us feel weaker for a season.
Continuing with the different ways the Lord strengthens us in moments of weakness, 1 Samuel tells us that…
** And Jonathan Saul’s son arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God. **
Jonathan didn’t need to strengthen David physically. He was already a mighty warrior. But David did need encouragement because he feared for his life by the hand of King Saul. It was Jonathan’s words of loyalty and friendship that helped David to continue to trust the Lord with his problems.
We understand that God’s Word can strengthen us in times of trouble or despair, but we can also speak strength and hope into others’ lives in another way.
With our own words.
We can speak positive and strengthening words that are not exact quotes from God by just being sensitive to someone else’s pain, just like Jonathan did for David. Just because our words are not chapter and verse from the Bible doesn’t mean they don’t have value. If God lives in us, and Jesus is God, i.e. the Living Word, then the things we say can be words from God’s heart as well.
IF they are offered with prayer and sensitivity. If they are words of edification and concern.
Jonathan didn’t quote a verse from the book of Numbers or Exodus, but he did remind David of God’s calling in his life to be king and he let David know that he was in full support of him even though the throne was his own to take. Jonathan gave David words of hope to help him go just one more day and help him to make a plan to face the days ahead. They were words of friendship, loyalty and kindness. All things that the Lord approves of.
You and I can do that for someone at any time. We can strengthen them by being a true friend of encouragement. We can help them to see the gifts that the Lord has given them. We can remind them of how the Lord has used them in the lives of others and our own. We can remind them of how far they have come since the Lord began His perfect work in them.
If they are not a child of God, we can still speak value and comfort into their lives by helping them to see the positive things that they have in their lives. We can help them to find something to be thankful for. We can share what the Lord has done for us and help them to see that the Lord wants them to have a similar story.
I think we can also see that Jonathan was proactively involved in David’s life and trials. 1 Samuel tells us that **Jonathan arose**. He got up, he went to David and he was hands on helping David to deal with his problem.
Compassion is love in action. It is putting feet to our thoughts. We are ‘moved’ with compassion. That is the story of Jonathan and David. Jonathan physically moved to help David. Yes, he used his words, but he also stepped in and found a tangible way to help. He was present in his friend’s pain.
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While you are planning everything for your kid’s party, you can not miss making the perfect party bags for the kids. Cake, balloons, and games are all okay, but at the end of the party, all the kids are desperately waiting for the party bags.
Kids no longer want just candy or a piece of cake.
Because of this, parents are now very creative with what they put in the party bags. Whether you choose a DIY project for party favors or purchase party bags directly from the store, the kids should be intrigued by them.
Searching for the right party bag ideas can take forever. Just so you can use your time to do other preparations, we bring you 30 of the best and most unique alternative kids’ party bag ideas!
1. Give the Kids a Storybook Surprise
Kids love reading stories! If you are confused about party bag ideas, keeping a storybook surprise for the kids will enlighten them. Not only are you making it fun for them, but you are benefiting them by helping them enhance their language skills and vocabulary. Make your party bag something that intrigues them with storybooks that kids love. If possible, pack the fillers with their favorite storybooks.
2. Books that Educate
Storybooks are fun, but the parents will be grateful for the books you give as party favors to educate the kids. It does not have to be a book about in-depth knowledge of things. Choose books by selecting the right age group and make kids smart as they unbox your party bag ideas.
3. Mini Toys
Every childhood story of an individual has its own list of toys. In simple terms, childhood is nothing without toys. To make your party bag ideas fun, toys can never be the wrong choice. Fill up the party bags with toys that kids can go back and play with. Mini toys as party bag fillers will be a reminiscence of the fun the kids had at your party.
4. Let the Children Do Good
Many parents think that party bag ideas are a waste of money. If your opinion is the same, you really don’t have to spend your money on party favors. Instead, spend the amount of your money as a donation to a cause you care about. If you are having a themed party, go ahead and donate for the same. For example, for an animal-themed party, make donations for animal welfare. If you do not like the idea of sending back your guests empty-handed, give them a handwritten note expressing gratitude for making a difference.
5. Temporary Tattoos
Child tattoos fascinate not only kids but also adults. The cute child tattoos make a great bag filler idea because it gives you a chance to make things fun for a kid. Add cartoon characters from what kids love watching or reading. Alternatively, you can customize each tattoo so that every child feels special as they leave your party. Selecting a tattoo that coordinates with your party is another way to select tattoos for kids.
6. A Personalized Cushion
The kids didn’t use a cushion at the party, but can it not be one of the party bag ideas? Well, yes! Go for customized cushions for the kids. There are so many ways to personalize a cushion, print their names, or draw a cartoon they like. You can also give it as an activity to the kids. Pack the cushion with fabric paint colors and let the kids have some fun with colors and make their designs when they get back home.
7. Craft from The Party
Craft activities are a fun part of the party for kids. Did you organize a similar activity just to make the kid’s party a success? If yes, using the craft items made by kids is one of the smart party bag ideas. If you are not sure about what activity you should organize for the kids, here are some of the ideas. Making them paint a frame is a fun activity. Alternatively, fingerprint crafts, craft DIYs, or stone painting are some of the activities you can give a try.
8. Funny Fridge Magnets
While fridge magnets come in handy for the whole family, choosing the funny ones will make the kids roll over with laughter. Fridge magnets pose a safety threat to young children. For this concern, it is not an ideal choice if your guests are aged below 3 years. Choose high-quality fridge magnets that don’t break apart easily. To make it more fun for kids, gather all the kids and do a fun activity where the kids make their fridge magnets.
9. Something Sweet for The Little Guests
Candies and chocolates are not very healthy, with additives and too much sugar. If you still want a party favor the kids will love, cookies are one great option. If you love baking, making customized cookies can be a great way to appreciate the guests for attending the party. Pair up the cookies in a cute little bag, and the kids will love opening it. If you are not a baker or don’t have time, local shops are your go-to alternatives.
10. A Personalized Towel
Did you organize a pool or water party? What can then be a better gift than a personalized towel for the kids? Online stores can make the task of personalizing towels easy. But with embroidery, you can add love as you personalize each towel. Add their name and an embroidered pattern to make it one of the best party bag ideas. Skipping personalization and just giving the towels is not a bad idea either if you want it to be easy.
11. The Party Bag as Party Favor
If you are looking for an affordable bag and fun party activity together for your guests, all you have to do is purchase a few plain fabric bags. Fill these bags with craft materials like pom poms, feathers, glitters, etc. The choice is to either plan an activity at the party alone or let the kids take it back & do it on their own. The little party guests can decorate heir party bags in a way they like.
12. Paint It Together
Painting together sounds fun at a kid’s party, where you can see your kids brighten up with the paint colors. Sure, it is going to be messy, but also so much fun! Gather all the kids and ask them to paint and do your party favor. The kids can paint their cartoon characters or just handprint them together. Because it is going to be messy, make sure you have art aprons available for party bag ideas with art and paint!
13. Novelty Pens
It is a challenge for parents to make their kids finish their homework or teach them. Kids want to play all day long. Using party bag ideas that make writing fun will make the problem go on its own. Novelty pens are perfect for gifting to children as a party favor because ordinary pens are boring for children. With your pens, children will never miss their study hours. When picking novelty pens, you have a choice of either picking pens with cute pen toppers or pens mimicking what kids love (like a banana pen or a unicorn pen).
14. Bracelets Made with Love
Party bag ideas don’t have to empty your pockets. For party bag ideas that are affordable, make your own personalized bracelets for each of your guests. The bracelet, even with the simplest details, will look perfect on little hands. So you can make it using simple features like beads, diamonds, etc. To add personal details, purchase beads that have letters on them. To adorn it, print out cards with amusing prints and add a short note with bracelets for every party guest.
Sunglasses, perfect for any occasion, are one of the great and useful party bag ideas. Sunglasses are perfect if you are tired of putting traditional party favors like candies, chocolates, and balloons in your party bags. Sunglasses are less explored as a party favor, but they can come in great variety just like other party bag ideas. For example, you can go for bright colors with neon sunglasses or just stick to glow-in-the-dark sunglasses to keep it fun for kids. Customizable sunglasses with the names or a message to guests can be another great way to use sunglasses as party bag fillers.
16. A Plant Seedling
Give kids a magical experience with fun party bag ideas where you give plant seedlings for them to nurture. If you are doubtful about whether you should do it or not, we assure you it will have a positive impact on the child. Growing & nurturing a seed will help the child to learn patience. And it is not just about patience, but by caring for his plant; a child will also remember days, weeks, and months, helping him to gain an understanding of seasons. So, it is not just a favor but a learning experience for them. When giving a seed, add a guide for the kids.
17. A Pencil Kit
Homes with kids are a definite mess. To help make it a bit less of a mess, add pencil kits to your list of party bag ideas so they at least organize their stationery items together. And who knows, a cute pencil case might inspire the kids to study more! Choose prints wisely; you surely don’t want a kit with a princess print ending up with a 10-year-old boy. The print should be age-appropriate, else the kids will never use it!
18. A Set of Crayons
Kids are always experimenting with new things. Let your party bag fillers help them to incline a bit towards the creative side by adding a crayon set. Crayons will inspire them to try and paint, enhancing their creativity and helping them to widen their perspective. Lastly, who doesn’t like kids doing something productive? Pick crayons that will intrigue the kids. For example, crayons with the shape of different animals will do the perfect job!
19. A Set of Gloves
Is your party organized in winter, probably a Christmas party? Well, it doesn’t necessarily have to be a Christmas party. Even for a winter birthday party or an ice skating-themed party, selecting the right party favors can be tough. The best party bag filler for winter is nothing but a cute set of gloves for the kids. Gloves come in different designs and colors, so you have unlimited options. For pairing it up with the theme, choose gloves with prints that resonate along with the party theme.
20. Keepsake Tins
Using keepsake tins as party bag fillers is one of the mindful party bag ideas. The kid can use it to keep his little treasures in the boxes. For a personalized gift, put a name on each keepsake so that kids smile when they see their names there. Additionally, if empty keepsakes are not your thing to go on with, there are so many items you can fill it with. Put candies and chocolate for the kids. You can also put a few useful gifts for the kids, like a pencil set, mini craft set, or toys. If you can’t purchase anything, follow the traditional way and fill up some birthday cake in the keepsakes.
21. Face Glitter
If one thing you can do right, it will be to motivate young kids to try
Kids are impressed with a little bit of sparkle and shimmer. Face glitter is perfect for adding sparkle to your face and creating designs. This helps the kids to be creative. As the sparkle of glitter is added to their face, you can see the kids being mesmerized. But the concern with most of the face glitters is that they can trigger the soft skin of kids. For this problem, use glitters that are eco-friendly and don’t have adverse effects when used on the skin. For example, this Eco Face Glitter, made using a base of Aloe Vera, is perfect for providing nourishment to the skin rather than being harmful.
22. Craft Kits
new, useful things. Craft kits make one of the best party bag ideas. Individually pick different craft items and make your bags. Alternatively, choose pre-made craft gifts from stores to save you time. Your craft kit can contain a set of pencils, crayons, paint colors, scissors, craft paper, and anything you want. Add a guide to help kids make the best out of craft items you give them.
23. Slime Putty
If you want the kids to have hours of fun without getting bored, slime putty is definitely going to work. The soft slime can be pulled, folded, stretched, and the kids will enjoy it. It also helps in regulating the emotions of the child, releasing them from negative emotions like sadness, anger, and anxiety. It is suitable for kids above the age of 6. While it is fun for grown-up kids, for young babies, it has a choking hazard. You should avoid this if your guests are babies, but if you insist on giving it as a bag filler, make sure you tell the parents to supervise.
24. Squishy Stress Balls
Balls are kids’ favorites. A child is fascinated by a ball that is continuously moving forward on its own. A colorful set of squishy stress balls is suitable for all. If we are honest, even adults love it as a stress-relieving toy. The balls are lightweight and small, which doesn’t make it a hassle to be carried around by the kids. For growing kids, the balls can help them stay focused on their tasks.
25. Keychains as Party Favors
For that last-minute shopping for party favors for kids, a keychain can be your savior. Keychains, being a sentimental & versatile gift, will definitely make your party guests happy. Online stores and local shops are both great places to purchase key chains. If you are buying it online, check the shipping details to ensure delivery is not too late.
With key chains, you can coordinate with the party theme, or you can choose key chains with cartoon characters that the kids are definitely going to love. Personalizing the key chains is also so much easier. Choose key chains with names or name initials if you are looking for personalized gifts for the party.
26. Mini Magnetic Drawing Board
If you don’t know what to use for party bag ideas, mini magnetic drawing boards are one option for you to try. Why is it the best? Because kids can doodle with a pen on the attached writing pad, which is erasable. The size of the boards fits the party bags, so there is no inconvenience at your end. The pens are attached to the boards, so the parents don’t have to worry about kids losing their pens. The fun with these drawing boards never ends because the small size makes it easier for kids to carry them anywhere they want to.
27. Video Game Keychains
Keychains are one of the perfect party bag ideas. But if you add a video game to a keychain, kids will find it more fun. There are a lot of video games, but most of them will have games that cover letters, numbers, and alphabets for kids. The video games attached to key chains might have different difficulty levels. The small size of the key chains makes it convenient for hand-holding. If your party has a theme based on gaming, you will not find a better party bag filler than this.
28. The Sweet Bites
Candies and chocolates are traditional party bag ideas that still do not fail to make kids happy. However, the high sugar content and many additives do not make them a healthier option. If you are one such parent who wouldn’t want to give junk to kids in your party bags, opt for healthier sweets. Dried fruits, energy balls, fresh fruits, fruit-based ice creams, fruit chips, and roasted nutsare a few replacements that will be guilty-free party bag fillers.
29. Activity Kits
Kids don’t have a packed schedule like adults. With a lot of free time comes boredom. To make up for the ample time the kids have, one of the mindful party bag ideas is to give them activity kits and books. The activity books can revolve around science for kids. Or it can be craft activities that encourage them to use their creativity. If you opt for activity kits, you can choose from anything like a craft kit, stationery set, tie-dye kit, and so much more. This way, you send back the kids with ways they can effectively use their time and learn new things.
30. Give Them Something to Decorate
There are plenty of things kids can do, but they won’t just because they are not told. Among creative party bag ideas is a take-home craft that will motivate the kids to start with. It can be a mini bird birdhouse, a wreath, wine cork vases, or anything you can think of decorating. Pair it with the craft accessories like paint colors, embellishments, glue, etc.
Planning a party for your child is exciting unless you are stuck with what you should put in the party bags. The blog talked about the best party bag ideas for you to impress the little guests. If you are not really a fan of goody bags, an alternative for you is to donate the amount to a cause you care about.
From books (including either storybooks or educational books) to various toys and games, there are so many ways you can make your goody bags unique. A children’s party will definitely include a craft activity, so the craft items also make a great party bag filler and a reminder of a good time together.
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It was announced that in march, the fox would appear in a backup feature in the shield comic book series, written by brandon jerwa and with art from michael avon oeming. In a very distant future, a sector of known space is populated by sapient. Albedo anthropomorphics was a furry comic book anthology series. Why a teenage mutant ninja turtles reboot should follow idws comic book series. It is a hardscience starfaring setting, with the twist that the characters are anthropomorphic animals from 1 of 163 species. Its a sophisticated science fiction military series set in a sector of. Albedo aims to be very different from runofthemill science fiction adventure games. In 2005, the now bankrupt thq made a punisher game that was loosely based on the 2004 film which even had thomas jane playing the title character. Albedo is a roleplaying game based on steve gallacci s erma felna. Obviously, cage never gave up hope to one day portray a comic book character but someone should have told him that there can sometimes be an age restriction. With the joker set to receive an origin movie, which comic book characters deserve one of their own. Im steve gallacci and this is my professional content site. Albedo anthropomorphics by steve gallacci shanda the panda by mike.
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You can play a premade character or a character of your very own. Jun 12, 2017 marvel recently announced that its bringing a fan favorite comic book character, deadpool, to the big screen for his very own film. Everyone has the personal favorite hero from comics, but they are all puny compared to the guys on here. The edf is sending you on a mission to clear out the anticentrists in the large urban sprawl. And, i know im forcing the note, but is there any chance that steve a. Critters was a funny animal anthology comic book published by fantagraphics books from 1985 to 1990 under the editorship of kim thompson prior to furrlough and genus, this was the longest running funny animal anthology comic book series. All portions of the grand comics database, except where noted otherwise, are ed by the gcd and are licensed under a creative commons attributionsharealike 4. He might have been named after the comic writer steve gallaci, whos albedo anthropomorphics comic book series. When i say albedo, i am talking about the erma felna, edf portion at various times this storyline has been one of three in the comic or the entire comic, with the. Platinum catalyst brings the drama of steve gallacci s longrunning comic series to the stage of roleplaying. Watch me draw an original character for the comic book, mort tags.
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Which makes him just about the most powerful character in the history of comic books, as far as were concerned. This auction is for the ultrarare issue 1 of refractions. Todd mcfarlanes character may have starred in his own film back in 1997, but that release produced during an vastly different era of comic book movies left fans cold, as it was clearly. Since then, the movement has taken off with hundreds of websites. Gallacci, were you at all inspired by the traveller rpg.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Contains a hodgepodge of comics and sliceof life stories, mostly by gallacci, some by jeffery kilian. The comic book character that ballers villain steve. Join mike murdock in a session of albedo rpg based on the steve gallacci comic book of the same name. Gallacci, who ran it in from 1983 to 2005 in his albedo furry comic anthology. This hardtofind issue limited to 2000 copies features the firstever appearance of. Add profiles to this project add collaborators to this project. Comic books sorted in chronological order bad rubber 1983. The main character, erma felna, is a young cat officer of the extraplanetary defense force and aims for a revered title in the force, which has never. The 50 greatest comicbook characters movies empire. Gallacci might allow for the first series erma felna. Lucys role in the story is identical to that of the oneshot character melissa in the original superboy bizarro story from the silver age of comic books. To call it weird seems an understatement and the only. While at the time most uniquely poweredcomic book characters were done as quirky satires of the industry, the doom patrols angstridden and mentally imbalanced crew were part of one of the first books to insinuate that superpowers could be terrifyingly abnormal.
Red circle comicsdark circle comics fictional character biography. Albedo anthropomorphics, or albedo for short, was a furry comic book anthology series which was credited with starting the furry comic book subgenre that featured sophisticated stories with funny animals primarily intended for an adult audience. When dc comics decided to add a black character to the ranks of the team, the extremely racist editor who had. This page contains all images in the database for this particular comics book creatorcomics book creator. This is a list of american comics, by publishing company. Who is your favorite comic book character not from marvel or dc. Highly respected and with a devoted fan base, albedo was a science fiction comic that explored the lives of a group of space travelers with subtle characterization and intelligent speculation about the mechanics of space travel. The role playing game is a tabletop game originally released in as a rpg. Top 10 most powerful comic book characters listverse. Im not sure where his place is in the family tree of comix, but im pretty sure it isnt with the furries. And of course, all of those outfits what would a comic book convention be without all sorts of women dressed up as their favorite female comic book characters and lots of guys drooling over them. In 2364, he was a professor aboard the uss robert louis stevenson.
Albedo combat patrol is the 28mm miniatures game based on the unique comic book art of steve gallacci s albedo anthropomorphics. Last stephanie brown robin story before the big release day of robin 80th anniversary 100page super spectacular. This is the very first zine that artist steve gallacci published, back in 1979 when he was still in the airforce. Edf is a furry comic book story series created by steve gallacci for his own title, albedo anthropomorphics. Albedo 1985 1st series thoughts and images comic books. Blist dc comics characters who deserve their own movies. Following all the excitement of comic con 2012, we decided to compile a list of some of our favorite lesserknown comic book characters that have tv show potential. The first erma felna space adventure, from albedo vol. This edit will also create new pages on comic vine for.836 1363 1290 1466 12 454 555 1456 1495 296 1367 1175 1491 737 1394 622 656 712 533 404 297 1352 1313 725 356 788 1450 1044 438 63 1145 510 | <urn:uuid:fd3e8bf4-0cbb-4fab-b571-d0778f1a3be6> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://risconuju.web.app/399.html | 2023-09-25T00:29:48Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.953638 | 3,915 |
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Anton Rubinstein (1829–1894) was a leading Russian pianist and composer. He founded the St Petersburg Conservatoire and often performed in Western Europe and the United States. Ilya Repin described the composer in a letter to the music and art critic Vladimir Stasov: “Interesting head, like a lion.” This portrait of Anton Rubinstein is one of Repin’s most dynamic compositions.
Repin, Ilya Yefimovich
1844, Chuguyev (Kharkiv Province) - 1930, Kuokkala (Finland)
Painter, draughtsman, watercolour painter, portraitist, history painter. Studied under local artists at the School of Military Topography in Chuguyev (1854-57), under Ivan Kramskoi at the School of Drawing, Society for the Encouragement of Artists (1863) and at the Imperial Academy of Arts (1864-71). Fellow of the Imperial Academy of Arts in Italy and France, lived mostly in Paris (1873-76). Academician (1876). Professor, full member of the Imperial Academy of Arts (1893). Member of the Society of Travelling Art Exhibitions (1878, exhibited from 1874). Headed a studio at the Higher School of Art, Imperial Academy of Arts (1894-1907) and taught at Princess Maria Tenisheva''s school of art (1895-98). Lived in St Petersburg and Moscow, settled in Kuokkala (1900). | <urn:uuid:ff50a64f-7816-4c19-a15b-781c5ec79826> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://rmgallery.ru/en/656 | 2023-09-24T22:56:36Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.884561 | 394 |
As part of the agenda of the inauguration ceremony, there was a creative spoken word rendition about the need to rescue the rural areas from poverty and hunger by Xrenegade_1 (Aniakor Chijindu Amen by birth).
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Spirits of development
Hands of fortune
Come and straighten my back old and bent
Help me dance to civilization’s tune
Why do you evade me?
Why do you pass over my door post?
Why do you not invite me to your rallies?
Why do you leave misfortune and illiteracy to choke my throats?
Spirits of urbanization
Whenever I eat my food
I instantly fall ill
My water is never good
And yet you continue to drill
You drill and drill me
To give your cars my resources to drink
You power your generators and yet I have no electricity
Your yachts and luxury ships float while I sink
Spirits of technology
You cut down my trees
To ensure the continuity of your newspapers
Yet my children do not write down my pleas
For they not know what to do with a pen and paper
Spirits of the modern world
Hear my voice crying out
Listen to my badly formed words
My dying culture cries aloud
My young and old
Suffer from what you call Malaria
Prevent and cure I ask noble and bold
Help my people, your people for we are one Nigeria
Oohhh! Great spirits
Arise to my cause
Abolish ignorant tradition’s limits
Make my villages the cause for applause
Hearken to my cries
For I grow weaker….. Save me now before I die
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Your roof is the number one thing keeping the inside of your home safe. It’s an exterior barrier that protects you against inclement weather and debris as well as helps against leaks that bring mold and mildew. Keeping your roof in great condition can save you thousands of dollars in repairs.
Hail storms are tricky as they can easily damage the structure of your roof without appearing to have damage to your shingles. Many times roofs can handle the stress of hail storms but the damage beneath the surface can be incredibly detrimental. If the shingles do show damage, it’s usually in the form of hairline cracks that cannot be spotted from the ground.
Rain is probably one of the most common problems for your roof. Little drops of water are always seeking some kind of crack. Getting water under your shingles can freeze and expand when the temperature fluctuates, can grow mold, and will ultimately weaken the structure of your roof.
Whether or not a storm hits, heavy winds can carry debris, tree limbs, and other items that can damage your roof. Anytime you hear that howling sound, check for missing shingles and items that might have landed on your roof.
Roof restoration before winter is crucial to maintain the structural integrity of a building and…
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As a result of hostilities in Ukraine, millions of people lost their homes and jobs. More than 10 million citizens of our country have become IDPs. Mostly women and children. And in their new location the able-bodied population faced the problem of employment. However, for some women, the initiative of the Project Institute fund with the support of the Ministry of Culture and the national project of entrepreneurship and export development “Dia.Business” might become the rescue circle.
The idea is to create an international fundraising program, which aims to raise about $5 million for 5,000 scholarships in 2022. That is, 5,000 Ukrainian women will be able to retrain and receive a source of income.
“For its part, the Projector Institute invests $500,000 in the fund and also covers 10% of each scholarship. The funds will be spent on the creation and launch of ten short intensive programs, after which participants will be able to start a new career path,” – the statement reads.
It will also provide career support to all participants of the Projector Institute initiative, namely:
- will open access to the job listings database;
- will help communicate with potential employers;
- will help in compiling a resume;
- will teach how to pass interviews, etc.
According to the report, Projector Institute is preparing ten intensive programs for the study of Ukrainian women in the following areas:
- Interface Designer;
- Graphic Design;
- Project Management;
- SEO Specialist;
- PPC Specialist;
- Motion Design;
- Data Scientist;
- Data Analyst;
- Front-end Developer (in development);
- QA Specialist (during development).
Requirements for participants:
- Being a Ukrainian woman who lost her job due to the war and was forced to change her place of residence;
- Desire to start learning a new creative or tech profession;
- Proficiency in English: Intermediate and above
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Note: This is the third of five blog posts I’m writing about the lessons I learned during my family’s 6-week road trip this summer. If you’d like to catch up, you can read my first post here and my second post here.
For me, the most anxiety-inducing part of planning a trip is trying to predict the problems. For our road trip this summer, I did my best to anticipate pitfalls along the way. My problem-prevention packing included, but was certainly not limited to:
- A first aid kit
- Spare trailer tire
- Travel air compressor
- Extra undies
- A whistle (ya know, to scare off the bears)
Some of these items (first aid kit and undies) came in very handy. Others (spare tire and air compressor) I was glad I packed but grateful not to need. Still others became a bit of an embarrassment (bear-scaring whistle) as I recognized them for what they were: physical manifestations of a nervous mind trying desperately to do the one thing it cannot do—predict the future.
One big truth about traveling (or, really, life in general) is this:
We cannot predict all the problems.
Things are going to go wrong. Some things are not going to work. That’s the way life is.
But there’s good news: this is okay.
Things won’t always work, but they will always work out.
In this way, we can turn our problems into our friends.
Today I’d like to share two big problems I encountered on this trip and how I navigated through them. I hope this helps you think about problems in your life that might be friendlier than you think!
Problem #1: My Phone Didn’t Work
My phone plan didn’t provide service in Canada, so I upgraded before we left, with the express assurance from customer service that this would allow me to call and text abroad to my heart’s delight.
It did not.
When we got to Canada, I spent hours troubleshooting with customer service, until they finally told me that they needed to send me a new SIM card. Only they couldn’t send those to Canada. (Sigh.)
This was a problem. And while it didn’t seem friendly at first, I soon learned to navigate around it.
I discovered that I could do most of my calling and texting on Wi-Fi, and if that didn’t work, WhatsApp and Facebook messenger usually did.
I learned how to use Google maps offline (This is a miracle! If you’re traveling, look it up!) so that I had GPS while driving.
I harkened back to the 1990’s and became comfortable with being unable to contact people while out and about. I grocery-shopped without service. I took the kids to the beach on my own with no way to send or receive calls. If our family split up while exploring, instead of saying “Just text me when you’re ready to go,” we planned a time and place to meet.
While this level of digital disconnection took some getting used to, I soon learned to relax into it. I quickly knew my way around Nanaimo better than my husband, and I trusted that if something went wrong, a friendly Canadian (and boy, are really friendly!) would help me out.
Problem #2: Our Airbnb Canceled at the Last Minute
This was the biggest problem we encountered. Through a series of miscommunications, our Airbnb—which we were supposed to stay in for a month—canceled on us three days before we arrived.
Thus, Josh and I found ourselves in the midst of Yellowstone National Park, frantically trying to find another month-long rental for five people with very little lead time. It was, to put it nicely, a state of high stress.
Long story short: Within a few hours, we’d found a new place. It was more expensive than our original, but the gorgeous ocean view helped assuage our feelings about the price. Several times we even saw humpback whales from our front window!
Josh had an incredible view for remote work, and our neighbors upstairs (it was a duplex) turned out to be locals who were staying in Airbnbs as a result of a house fire. They were super friendly (again, the Canadians with the friendliness!) and gave us tips and recommendations we wouldn’t have received otherwise.
As I reflect on these problems, I see a 3-step approach that will help me turn future problems from foe to friend. I hope it helps you, too!
Step 1: Expect Problems
Most of us are devastatingly good at this step. Our survival-focused brains excel at catastrophizing, coming up with a myriad of disastrous problem-based scenarios beforehand. The trouble with this? We can’t accurately predict which problems will happen (lack of cell phone service and Airbnb cancellation) and which won’t (bear attack). This causes us a lot of anxiety.
I propose that, instead of negatively bracing ourselves for problems, we anticipate problems with a sense of curious expectation, like how we want to feel when we’re expecting guests in our home. We know they’ll arrive, but we have no idea what will happen, and hey, it might be fun! This sense of eager expectation changes the energy around how our brains think about problems before they arrive.
Step 2: Accept Problems
Once the problems arrive—and, like those guests in our home, they will—the next step is to simply accept that they’re here. The biggest struggle we have with problems is not the problems themselves. It’s our mindset around them. We tend to think that problems shouldn’t happen to us. (News flash: We’re all wrong.)
Problems happen to everybody, all the time. And if we look at it that way, problems aren’t really problems at all. They’re just a natural part of life. This allows us to accept them and welcome them, like those eccentric and interesting guests, into our home.
Step 3: Learn and Enjoy!
Once we accept our problems, it’s time to get curious. We can wonder, maybe, what these problems have to teach us. And perhaps, the problem becomes part of something bigger—our own personal growth into who we’re meant to be. If we never encountered problems, we would never grow. Thus, we can be grateful to our problems for helping us learn the big lessons in life.
I learned so much from the problems I shared with you today. Driving my kids around a foreign country with no cell phone service gave me a newfound sense of resilience and confidence. Troubleshooting a last-minute Airbnb cancellation taught me that, no matter what, I have the resources to figure out unexpected circumstances. And, in figuring it out, I might even discover something more wonderful than what I could have originally planned. These are lessons that will serve me well, no matter where in the world I may find myself.
I hope this post gave you a new way to look at the problems in your life. What problems are you currently facing? How could you turn them into friends? I’d love for you to email me personally at [email protected] and let me know. | <urn:uuid:e0cfa77b-bd03-4ce9-afd7-ca597be646fe> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://roselounsbury.com/how-to-make-your-problems-into-your-friends/ | 2023-09-24T23:20:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.964318 | 1,557 |
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