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Fast hitting piano and violins with heavy brass hits for a dark, frantic vibe.
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Kidspace (Drop-in Childcare)
Kidspace (drop-in childcare for members)
Children 6 months–8 years: Saturdays and Sundays, 7:30–12:30 pm
We are delighted to bring back childcare to the J so members with young children can utilize our facility while ensuring their kids are stimulated, safe, and socializing!
Kidspace has differentiated, age-appropriate activities that help each child feel comfortable. Your children can expect to have fun with singalongs, crafts, and more. Kidspace is a place where the youngest children learn to separate from their parents in a nurturing place, and older kids engage in their constant discovery of the world.
Community Love for Kidspace!
My husband and I were thrilled when the JCC brought back Kidspace! We often use it for our 5 and 7-year-old boys while we get in a workout, and then like to sit and have coffee together and catch up on some emails. Weekend mornings at Kidspace are wonderful. The boys play games and always leave with a cute art project that they worked on with the Kidspace staff. My kids love it.—Jocelyn
How can I be part of Kidspace?
- First, you must register each child for Kidspace using the JCC’s online registration system.
- For each child, there is a one-time registration fee of $12, which will then be applied to that child’s first hour at Kidspace.
- After registering for Kidspace you may reserve time slots for the upcoming week using the website and/or app which will be provided to you with your registration confirmation.
- On Sunday evenings, our system will open opportunities to make reservations for the upcoming week.
What is the schedule for Kidspace?
- Children 6 months–8 years: Saturdays and Sundays, 7:30–12:30 pm
How long can my child stay at Kidspace?
- You may reserve a minimum of one hour and a maximum of two hours PER CHILD per day.
How much does Kidspace cost (per child)?
- 1 hour: $12
- 90 min: $17
- 2 hours: $22
What if I need to cancel my reservation?
- Subject to availability, reservations for Kidspace may be adjusted and/or cancelled, using the designated website/app, up to 48 hours in advance of your reserved time slot.
- If you do not cancel your reservation 48 hours in advance of your reserved time you will be charged the full amount of time reserved.
Will there be a place for my baby to nap?
- Yes! We have pack’n’plays for babies who need to nap lying down.
What is the maximum capacity?
- We will have limited capacity that is subject to change based on participant ages, enabling us to both meet communal needs while also ensuring a safe, age-appropriate environment in terms of child:staff ratio.
What do kids do at Kidspace?
- Children will engage with Kidspace’s qualified, well-trained, nurturing staff and will have a variety of engaging, age-appropriate, creative activities, including exersaucers for babies, books, art supplies, games, and more.
If you have additional questions, please reach out to [email protected].
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In line with our creed, ‘Hope Without Boundaries,’ Sheba had the privilege of supporting African patients and medical professionals for several decades, whether in the face of disaster or under routine circumstances.
Accordingly, we are pleased to share that Sheba has recently supported the organization and launch of the first International Society of Ocular Oncology (ISOO) conference in Africa.
Taking place in Mombasa, Kenya, from August 21st-23rd, the event was created to tackle the most pressing ocular oncology challenges facing the African continent, with a particular emphasis on retinoblastoma and conjunctival tumor care. Bringing together the world’s premier ocular oncology experts, the ISOO Africa conference served as an ideal forum to explore solutions and advance care equity.
Serving both as ISOO Africa’s President and a senior physician at Sheba, Prof. Ido Didi Fabian initiated the event and welcomed all of the guests with a heartfelt address. Following Prof. Fabian’s remarks, the Head of Sheba Global, Yoel Har-Even, greeted participants in a video address, highlighting Sheba’s commitment to improving global healthcare standards.
A large delegation represented Sheba at the event, including the Director of Global Patient Services, Vered Cohen-Herszaft, who arrived to explore collaborations that could help Sheba advance care in Africa. Sheba’s Dr. Mattan Arazi and Dr. Vicktoria Vishnevskia-Dai were also in attendance and lectured about treatment-responsive retinoblastoma complicated by vitreous hemorrhage and intra-arterial chemotherapy, respectively.
However, the event wasn’t just focused on professional aspects. On the second day of the conference, a gala event was hosted, during which attendees had the chance to enjoy traditional African food, dance to live music, and connect with one another on a more personal level.
More than 200 distinguished medical professionals from 50 countries participated in the highly successful event, and we look forward to witnessing its impact on ocular oncology care in Africa. We thank the ISOO and all parties involved in organizing this important event for their efforts and look forward to continuing to advance care in Africa by empowering local clinicians and supporting care efforts.
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Academic vocabulary connects writers and their readers
Published 4:48 pm Thursday, December 22, 2016
By CONNIE NOLEN / Community Columnist
“Our education system in this state sucks,” Alabama’s Gov. Robert Bentley stated during a recent speech. The audience reacted with startled laughter and applause. Since the event was a luncheon, probably no public school students or teachers were attending. Public school students and teachers were working fiercely with few state-provided resources—at school. Bentley’s verb choice is offensive.
“So, if my characters say curse words, is that okay?” My creative writing students ask and I offer solutions.
My standard response is, “Dig deeper. Find specific words that capture the characters’ frustration, angst or surprise. Use words that invite your readers in. Avoid words that injure or insult causing readers to raise immediate shields. Insults destroy your opportunity to influence.”
Sending email reveals these language lessons. An email sent as communication containing a word that offends the recipient destroys connection. Speeches are similar. Sent by our voices into a room, we receive reaction—immediate and delayed.
As a high school writing teacher, I urge my students to use academic vocabulary. While using large words for the sake of using large words reveals only knowledge of—well—large words, using specific vocabulary to create what poet Marianne Moore called, “imaginary gardens with real toads in them” reveals discerning understanding of subtle differences and emotions created by word choice. Vocabularies that allow student writers to find words to share subtlety allow them true connection with readers.
“We read to know that we are not alone,” C.S. Lewis said. Indeed, when our effective reach for exactly the right word transports our readers, taking them along with us, magic has transpired. We’re connected; we’ve joined the team.
Considering our governor’s insulting word choice, his remarks about public education feel like a direct assault on Alabama’s public schools, parents, students and teachers. My students—past and present—are productive and ambitious. They’re winning scholarships, attending college and graduate schools, and becoming influencers. They’re speaking and writing in ways that invite collaboration.
Strong public schools invite new industry creating a strong economy. True success requires putting personal agendas aside—and putting all students first.
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Chelsea celebrates Class of 2020 graduates in ceremony
Published 11:27 am Wednesday, June 3, 2020
CHELSEA – The members of Chelsea High School’s 2020 class marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another chapter in their lives on Tuesday, June 2, in a graduation ceremony at the school’s football stadium.
More than 300 students had the opportunity to return to the CHHS campus and receive their diplomas before their family and friends after the COVID-19 pandemic turned the final months of their senior year upside down.
“Life is going to give you setbacks. Things are not going to go always as you planned,” CHHS Principal Dr. Brandon Turner said. “You’ll have challenges, you’ll have difficulties and you’ll have failures. Out of challenges, new and often exciting opportunities present themselves. As you go through life, you are not going to be defined by your setbacks. What you’re going to be defined by is how you responded to the opportunities that presented themselves from those times.”
In his salutatorian address, Andrew Messier thanked all in attendance for celebrating a milestone he and his classmates had earned through hard work, dedication and perseverance.
“Overall, I cannot express how thankful and proud I am to be a Chelsea Hornet,” Messier said, praising the teachers, coaches, administrators and family members who impacted the students’ high school careers. “Learning that we can overcome this pandemic struggle with the help of communities around the world is empowering. Community requires people who have a sense of fellowship with each other, as well as the sharing of common attitudes, interests and goals. Having this unified group feeling is something alive and strong in Chelsea.”
Messier referenced a quote from Helen Keller, “Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much,” and said strength can be found in numbers.
“We need this strength, especially in the challenging times we live in today,” Messier said. “Go forward and use your talents to fit into your future communities. My challenge to you, Class of 2020, is to find your role. If we all excel in our roles, we will expand our communities and become stronger people every day.”
Valedictorian Yesenia Villanueva-Navarro expressed gratitude to the CHHS faculty and staff, her classmates and her family for their support.
“I dreamed of being on this stage,” she said, and urged her peers to pursue the personal goals they have. “Go for it, whatever it is that you want, because it is possible. We have come a long way. Let us continue to evolve in order to build a better future. I know we are living in unprecedented times, but we will triumph once again.”
Mayor Tony Picklesimer congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to make the most of what he called a “significant moment in time” that will be imprinted on people’s minds for many years to come.
“I hope you look back on this moment in time with pride, realizing what you accomplished during a most difficult time, but also with the realization that this was simply a starting point,” he said, “a starting point to writing the story of the rest of your life. Be all you can be and make us all proud, but most of all, make yourself proud.”
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Publication Date: January 1, 1934
Length: 256 pages
This is an exciting review for me. I have wanted to read this book for a very long time and the August choice for Read Christie just didn't interest me. I had originally wanted to read and review this in August but just didn't quite finish it in time. I consider this story to be the quintessential Agatha Christie mystery and I can hardly say I've "read Christie" without it. So it's a personal achievement and has taken way too long to accomplish.
Detective Hercule Poirot has had to return to London from Instanbul and books passage on the Orient Express. His friend, Monsieur Bouc finds him a second class car but good friend that he is, decides to give Poirot his first class cabin instead. Traveling with them are several passengers who all appear to have different backgrounds and reasons for travel, as any train would contain. There is the English woman Mary Debenham, American businessman Samuel Ratchett, Princess Dragonmiroff, Count Andrenyi and his wife and many others.
Early the next morning, Poirot hears noise from the compartment next door where Samuel Ratchett is bunking. Later, when the train becomes stranded in a snow drift, Ratchett is found dead and it is obvious the murderer must be on board. Several clues including a handkerchief with the letter "H" and a piece of paper with the words "member little Daisy Armstrong" are found which serve to ignite interest in a long ago forgotten case of child abduction and murder. Poirot has little time to investigate each passenger, each clue, and put them together before they are moving again and the suspect has a chance to get away. Along with Monsieur Bouc and one Dr. Constantine, another passenger, he sets out to solve the case.
I don't want to reveal too much of the story as it would spoil things. I also realize the vast number of people who have read this book already or watched the movie already know everything. But just in case someone is reading this and doesn't know the story I'll stop there. I found that even though I'd seen the 2017 movie with Kenneth Branagh and knew how it ended I still enjoyed reading the book version. It is, after all, the original and a movie is just not the same. I found the ending in the book heartbreaking in a way I didn't with the onscreen version. The ending was a little more abrupt and having to picture the characters more in my mind, I think I grew more attached to them than I did in the movie.
While this was definitely not my favorite Christie book (I actually found it got a little tedious in some parts) I know it is very popular and is a staple in the mystery genre. It's one of those books you just "have to read." And having done so, I can now call myself a real Christie connoisseur. Well, I like to think so anyway!
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Tools and materials
In the wake of a disaster, families can use the contents of a shelter kit to make immediate repairs to their damaged homes.
Our shelter kits are proven to work. They have helped families survive in the flood plains of Malawi, displacement camps in the Middle East, and the mountains of Nepal.
We customise the contents of the kit to meet the individual needs of each community we help. Sometimes they include corrugated iron to help make resistant roofing, as well as items like tarpaulin and timber.
A home in Malawi
Modestar saw her home and livelihood get washed away by Cyclone Idai that wreaked havoc in Malawi in March 2019.
For Modestar, a single mother of two, the road to recovery was not going to be easy.
After moving to a camp where other families were also escaping the flooding, Modestar received tools and essential aid items to help her on the road to recovery.
Just nine days after collecting her shelter kit, she built a new home for her family. Modestar cleverly used some leftover nail hooks to hang up the items from her new kitchen set, helping to make her shelter a home.
What's inside a shelter kit?
We customise the contents of the kit to meet the individual needs of each community we help. Inside a shelter kit can be a range of simple and rigorously tested tools to repair a home, start a new life and find a way out of the rubble.
Items packed in a shelter kit could include:
- Tarpaulin: sheets of heavy-duty tarp can be used to create walls and roofs
- Rope(s): this universal essential can make shelters secure and stable
- Hoe(s): this tool can prepare the ground and later be used for farming
- Tie wire: fix tarpaulins or bamboo structures with 500g of wire
- Tin snips: the snips can be used to cut tie wire or tin roofing plates
- Handsaw: the saw will enable people to use timber or bamboo if it’s available
- Roofing nails: we include 500g worth of nails, with washers to seal out the rain
- Shovel: this can prepare foundations for a shelter or dig drainage ditches
- Nails: 1kg of timber nails will also secure any repairs
- Claw hammer: another universal tool for nailing together a home
- Curved needle: to stitch tarpaulins
- Tape measure: to measure distance for any projects or tasks
More than just tools
In 2018, flooding swept away homes and livelihoods in Kenya, leaving over 290,000 people homeless.
We responded by providing essential aid such as solar lights, ground mats, and shelter kits.
The tools were incredibly welcomed by families. Speaking to Mariam from Kilifi county we learned that she loved the tools and being taught how to use them.
This came with a sense of pride as, for the first time, she had a responsibility to rebuild her home – not just her husband.
Mariam then taught her own children how to use the tools. She told us:
Shelter kit training
We provide training in the field to help families understand how to use their new equipment.
In this video, a ShelterBox team works with a local community in Cameroon, training them on how to use our shelter kits.
These community members will then go on to train other members of their community.
Watch this video to see our aid and specific tips and techniques, like how to secure a tarpaulin.
The tarpaulin sheet can be used...
How shelter kits change lives
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Surrey RCMP has arrested a 28-year old man, who is alleged to have robbed the same Whalley bank twice, only weeks apart.
On October 16, 2021, Surrey RCMP received a report of a bank robbery in 10200-block of King George Boulevard. The suspect fled with cash prior to police arrival.
Surrey RCMP Robbery Unit conducted an extensive video canvass in the area and were able to obtain a photo of the suspect. The suspect photo was disseminated to all police agencies throughout the province using the Real Time Intelligence Center (RTIC-BC). As a result the suspect was identified.
On October 30, 2021, the Robbery Unit was in the process of requesting a warrant for the suspect in the first robbery when a second robbery occurred at the same bank. The suspect fled the area and despite their efforts, Frontline officers were not able to locate him.
The Surrey RCMP Robbery Unit took conduct of the second robbery investigation and were able to determine that the suspect was the same male who committed the robbery on October 16.
On November 5, 2021, two charges of robbery were laid against 28-year old, Jason Beherns of Surrey and a warrant was issued for his arrest.
On November 7, 2021, Surrey RCMP officers located and arrested Jason Beherns. He remains in custody awaiting his next court appearance.
Surrey RCMP Robbery Unit is committed to solving robberies, not because of the monetary loss, but because of the traumatic impact that it can have on victims. Says Media Relations Officer Cst. Sarbjit K. Sangha.
We are hopeful that seeing this individual charged can bring some comfort to the people involved in these events.
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March 28, 2022, was an average day for most people, but for the many in Wichita, Kansas, it was a day of wistfulness, remembrance, bordering on a tangible, unshakeable sadness, as Learjet, the iconic business jet manufacturer, delivered its final aircraft to Northern Jet Management, bringing some 60 years of production to a close.
The original Learjet 23, a six- to eight-seater, first flew on October 7, 1963, with the first production model being delivered in October 1964. Just over a month later, Lear Jet became a publicly owned corporation. Several models followed, the Model 25 first flew on August 12, 1966.
For those who knew the sixty-year Learjet aviation history, they also knew the history of the brand, and how the brand became comingled with the definition of luxury itself.
During those decades, Learjet produced more than 3,000 aircraft, of which more than 2,000 remain in service. And the brand and name Learjet became synonymous with high end business jet travel, as it was one of the first, certainly most popular, to manufacture a private, luxury business aircraft.
But change to Learjet came in 1990 when it was acquired by Bombardier, the Canadian aircraft manufacturer. This acquisition allowed Bombardier to launch the Learjet 60, which would soon become the top-selling aircraft in its class. This iconic private jet has since been reinvented and perfected by Bombardier engineers. The latest version, Learjet 75 is built on legendary Learjet strengths and successes while leveraging Learjet 85 aircraft technology. The jets feature a new modern design interior, a next-generation cabin management system, superior aircraft performance and low operating costs.
But along with all the positives of Learjet 85, a composite-skinned aircraft that was to propel Learjet into the era of advanced materials, there were production problems, and complex delays. And with those, Bombardier cancelled the 85 program in 2015.
Since then, with only the 75 remaining in production and with the the 2019 launch of the $9.9m Learjet 75 Liberty, a variant of the baseline 75, Bombardier made the decision, disclosed in February 2021, to shutter Learjet and focus all attention on producing larger, more profitable business jets – the Challengers and Globals. But Bombardier also assured all operators it will continue to support the product line. Executive VP of operations Paul Sislian said, “Bombardier is committed to making sure that these 2,000 aircraft presently in service will keep flying well into the future.”
Tonya Sudduth, VP of Learjet operations, told the crowd at the final rollout, “There’s no doubt that today is an emotional day for many of us, as it marks the end of the production era of Learjet. However, the emotion that I’ve seen most prominent in all of my conversations with [employees] over the past several days and months is pride. Pride for being part of this amazing legacy. And pride in making a lasting mark on aviation history.”
Northern Jet Management
The final Learjet was delivered to Northern Jet Management in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
On its company Facebook page, Northern Jet Management posted a picture of employees surrounding the aircraft with the message “Monday the 28th of [March] 2022 saw the end for one of the most popular business jet families ever. After almost 60 years of production, @bombardier_jets have delivered their final Learjet. @northernjetmanagement had the honor of taking delivery of the Learjet 75, which is the 24 in their fleet.”
Northern Jet Management has a long and rich history with the Learjet. Starting with the delivery of its first Learjet 40XR in 2007, the company has grown to have 24 Learjets go through its pipeline. Today, the company operates 13 Learjets in its fleet of 22 midsize, super-midsize, and large-cabin jets. Northern Jet has taken part in several of the Learjet’s milestones, taking delivery of the first and last Learjet 70, the 100th Learjet 40XR, and the 600th Learjet 45XR.
“It is an honor to take delivery of the last Learjet 75, although it was a bittersweet day knowing it is the last Learjet.” Charles R. Cox, CEO, Northern Jet Management told SherpaReport.
Centre of Excellence
Though Learjet production has ceased, Bombardier still has plans for Wichita. It intends to make the site a Learjet “Centre of Excellence” – an aftermarket hub specializing in servicing the 2,000 Learjets still flying, Bombardier vice-president of OEM parts and services Chris Debergh said in 2021.
Bombardier will transition its Learjet production hangars into service bays and expand Wichita’s aftermarket capabilities. The space would also give the company better ability to service Challengers and Globals, he said. Thus, as is often the case, the aeronautical past informs, reforms, and repurposes the aviation present.
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As a victim of a truck involved crash, what kind of damages can I recover?
In Georgia, the victim of a truck involved crash may be eligible to recover money damages for injuries and harms he or she suffered. These harms can be financial, physical or emotional, and can extend far into the future.
The most common type of damages are known as “compensatory damages,” which cover damages specifically related to the wreck and injury. Compensatory damages include past medical expenses relating to the wreck, compensation for personal injuries (particularly if the injury is permanent), future medical bills, future medication costs, future nursing care, and all medical costs related to the accident.
Damages for “pain and suffering” are generally paid because of physical and emotional consequences of the injury, and include physical discomfort, emotional distress, and loss of quality of life.
“Lost wages” may be available when the truck involved crash caused injuries that prevent the victim from going to work and earning a wage. Additionally, a person may be entitled to “future lost earnings or wages” if the injured person is expected to be out of work in the future or is unable to ever return to work
“Punitive damages” may be awarded in addition to actual damages to punish the defendant or make an example to others so they don’t act similarly. Punitive damages sometimes arise in cases against truck drivers (or their employers) if the truck driver had a bad driving record or if the trucking company failed to comply with federal safety regulations and had a history of non-compliance. (Click here to read about a $3,500,000 Shiver Hamilton Campbell settlement involving punitive damages.) An experienced attorney will know how best to pursue such claims.
Knowing which damages are available and how to recover them is the difference between recovering what you deserve and letting the trucking company walk away without penalty. Shiver Hamilton Campbell attorneys know the complex federal regulations and state law that govern trucking accidents and can determine quickly whether the truck driver or his employer violated these laws.
Let us put that experience to work for you. We pride ourselves in taking a hands-on, personal approach to our cases by providing our clients with legal counsel and guidance along the way. Contact us today and let our attorneys provide you with a free consultation.
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We already have the Friday Louboutin Fix, but this week I thought I’d start another Friday tradition, of a weekly discussion topic about shoes – basically an easy way to wind down for the weekend!
This week’s topic: winter boots, and when you start wearing them.
Now, as some of you will have seen from my most recent shoe saves, I’ve been forced to break out the boots for the first time within the last couple of weeks. I have a bit of a strange, self-imposed rule about boots (and tights, for that matter), though, which is that I absolutely refuse to wear them before October, which is when I consider autumn to have “officially” begun. Even on the coldest spring/summer days, I will not wear boots, and will find some other way to keep warm instead.
Now, I must stress here that I don’t think there’s anything wrong with wearing boots in summer: absolutely not. Actually, where I live, fashion is pretty season-less: it’s very common to see people walking around in boots and coats in July (and also very common to see people out in t-shirts in the height of winter), so I don’t think anything of it when other people wear their “winter” clothes all year round: I just can’t bring myself to do it myself, even although I firmly believe that it’s much more sensible to dress for the weather, not the calendar. (What can I say: I’ve never claimed to be “sensible”?)
What about you? I know my Southern-hemisphere readers are headed into summer right now, so are obviously not getting their boots out, but what about the rest of you? Have you made the switch, or are you still busy saving the last of the summer shoes?
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As I’m sure many of you know, today Scotland votes on the question of whether or not it should become an independent country.
Later tonight, Terry and I will be heading out to anxiously await the results with our family. It’s probably going to be a long, tense night, so my outfit is designed for comfort first and foremost – with my favourite shoes for luck. (Don’t worry, they’ll be kicked off soon enough, I’m sure!)
Unlike my last OOTD (Outfit of the Day) post, these links (with the exception of the bag, which is sold out) are all to the exact items I’m wearing right now. The Zara trench is the one I wrote about in this post, and although the weather is still pretty good for September, I’ve already had quite a bit of wear out of it: enough to convince me it was a sensible purchase, anyway! The trousers, meanwhile, are brand new, and were a gift from my parents, who’ve just returned from two weeks in the States. J Crew’s ‘Minnie’ pants are my all-time favourite trousers, and are the perfect mix of smart/casual, with a cropped leg which is slim, but not skintight, and which I don’t have to have hemmed: amazing! I already had these in black, and have worn them to death, so I’d asked my parents to bring me back a replacement. (We can, of course, order from the J Crew website here in the UK, but the items are cheaper in America) They very generously brought me the navy version as well as the black ones, and this is the second time I’ve worn them this week, so you can tell how much I like them. I’d seriously buy these trousers in every single colour they’re made in: I really hope they never stop making them!
The shirt, meanwhile, has also featured in a Wishlist post, and is another item which is fairly new, but which has already been worn multiple times. This is actually the first shirt I’ve bought in years: I’ve always associated them with school uniform and various office jobs I’ve had in the past, which means I tend to think of them as a little bit stuffy and uncomfortable. This one is anything but, however: it’s proved to be super-versatile, and I love the fact that it’s casual, but still fairly smart.
I’m taking a day off tomorrow for the referendum results: I’ve lined up the Friday Fix post as usual, but haven’t been able to line up my Week in Shoes (to be completely honest, I’ve been so distracted by the referendum that I’ve been forgetting to photograph them), so it will return next week.
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What to Know About Starbucks Inside Kroger Stores
Kroger is one of the most widespread and popular grocery stores in the US. At many Kroger locations, you can enjoy a refreshing pick-me-up from an in-store Starbucks to give you the energy to accomplish your grocery shopping.
- Kroger licenses the Starbucks brand name to sell drinks and snacks to Kroger shoppers.
- Most Kroger Starbucks locations are open from 6 am to 8 pm.
- If you have Starbucks Rewards, you can get free refills on select drinks while shopping at Kroger. In addition, you can use Starbucks gift cards to pay for your Kroger Starbucks order.
Keep reading to learn more about Starbucks inside Kroger stores!
Is Kroger Starbucks a Real Starbucks?
Starbucks in Kroger stores are not owned and operated by Starbucks and therefore are not actual Starbucks locations.
Kroger licenses the Starbucks brand name, and the people who work at Kroger Starbucks are Kroger employees.
The same rule applies to other Starbucks locations in Target, Barnes & Noble, and Meijer stores.
Starbucks inside Kroger stores will offer the same food and drink items as a regular Starbucks, barring location-specific inventory shortages.
However, if you want to redeem some of your stars for a free drink or food item, you may not be able to do so at your local Kroger Starbucks.
Starbucks Rewards redemption eligibility varies from store to store.
To check if you can redeem rewards at your local Kroger Starbucks, go to the Starbucks store locator, enter your zip code, select a specific location, and look under the Amenities section to see if it says ‘Redeem Rewards.’
At regular Starbucks stores, the Rewards redemption program is tiered, allowing you to trade in 25 stars for free drink customization, 50 stars for a free hot coffee, tea, or bakery item, and 150 stars for a free handcrafted drink, hot breakfast, or parfait, etc.
At some Kroger Starbucks locations, even if they allow you to redeem points for free drinks or food items, you may only be able to access the 150-star redemption tier, not the 25, 50, 200, or 400-star redemption tiers.
You also cannot use Starbucks’ Mobile Order and Pay service at Kroger Starbucks locations.
This means that you can only order in person at the Kroger Starbucks counter, not on your phone.
As an employee, you will not actually be working for the Starbucks corporation but rather for Kroger.
Kroger Starbucks baristas are not Starbucks employees and therefore do not receive the same training or benefits as their Starbucks counterparts.
However, Kroger Starbucks baristas are eligible for Kroger’s benefits, including health insurance, a 10% discount on Kroger store-brand products, eligibility for paid time off, vacation leave, and a retirement plan after working for one year.
Wages at Kroger and Starbucks vary by location, but according to several baristas who worked at both companies, Kroger Starbucks baristas are not paid as much as their Starbucks counterparts.
Also, unlike regular Starbucks baristas, Kroger Starbucks baristas are prohibited from accepting tips.
Are Kroger and Starbucks the Same Company?
Kroger and Starbucks are not the same company. However, Kroger licenses the Starbucks brand name to open in-store cafes that serve Starbucks drinks and food items.
Kroger and Starbucks have a partnership through which Kroger licenses the Starbucks brand name.
Under this agreement, Kroger can sell licensed Starbucks products inside their grocery stores.
This partnership also enhances customers’ grocery shopping experience.
This way, you can enjoy a refreshing drink or snack with the Starbucks quality you’re used to while running your weekly errands at Kroger!
What Are Kroger Starbucks Hours?
Kroger Starbucks hours vary from store to store, but generally, they are open from 6 or 7 am until 8 pm.
Individual Kroger Starbucks hours vary slightly depending on the location.
However, most Kroger Starbucks locations close a few hours before the Kroger store itself closes.
In addition, if a Kroger store is closed, the in-store Starbucks will also be closed.
Most Kroger locations are closed on Christmas Day and may have reduced hours for other holidays, like New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve.
To find out when your local Kroger is open, you can enter your zip code into the Kroger store locator.
Additionally, some Kroger Starbucks open later on weekends.
For example, your local Kroger Starbucks may open at 6 am on weekdays, but it may not open until 7 am on Saturday and Sunday.
You can see the hours of your local Kroger Starbucks using the Starbucks store locator, which is also available on the Starbucks app.
Below is an example of a Kroger Starbucks’ hours on a typical week.
|Day||Kroger Starbucks Hours|
|Monday||6 am – 8 pm|
|Tuesday||6 am – 8 pm|
|Wednesday||6 am – 8 pm|
|Thursday||6 am – 8 pm|
|Friday||6 am – 8 pm|
|Saturday||6 am – 8 pm|
|Sunday||6 am – 8 pm|
Note that your local Kroger Starbucks hours may vary slightly.
Does Kroger Starbucks Give Free Refills?
If you are a Starbucks rewards member, you can get free refills of select drinks at Kroger Starbucks.
There are some limitations on Starbucks’ free refill policy, which also apply to Kroger Starbucks.
You must be a Starbucks Rewards member, meaning that you have a registered Starbucks card or account on the Starbucks app.
If you are not a Starbucks Rewards member, you can still get refills for a discounted price, just not for free.
The free refill can only be of hot coffee, iced coffee, cold brew, hot tea, or iced tea (not including lemonade).
This means that if you previously bought a frappuccino or a Caramel Macchiato, you would not be able to get a free refill of that drink.
The free refill period only applies to the duration of your store visit.
So if you leave the Kroger store and come back later in the day, you are no longer eligible for a free refill, and you must purchase another drink.
Is Kroger Starbucks Menu Different?
Kroger Starbucks locations generally offer the same food and drink items as regular Starbucks stores.
The Kroger Starbucks menu is typically the same as a regular Starbucks menu.
However, the offerings at a specific Kroger Starbucks location may vary due to supply chain shortages and seasonal or company-wide menu changes.
If you’re looking for a snack, most Kroger Starbucks locations serve oven-warmed food items, including breakfast sandwiches and pastries.
To check if your local Kroger Starbucks offers oven-warmed food items, you can visit the Starbucks store locator, select a specific location, and look under the amenities section to see if it says ‘Oven-warmed Food.’
Can You Use Starbucks Gift Cards at Kroger Starbucks?
Yes, you can use your Starbucks gift card to pay at Kroger Starbucks.
Like regular Starbucks stores, Kroger Starbucks locations also accept Starbucks gift cards as a payment method.
Starbucks’ Rewards program is also applicable to Kroger Starbucks stores.
You can sign up for the Starbucks Rewards program on the Starbucks website or mobile app.
Once you’ve created a Starbucks account, you can link an existing Starbucks gift card, Apple or Google Pay, PayPal, or a credit or debit card to your account.
You’ll earn 1 star per dollar spent if you pay using Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, or a credit or debit card.
However, if you use a Starbucks gift card to pay, you’ll earn 2 stars per dollar spent.
Once you earn 150 stars, you’ll be able to redeem them for a free handcrafted drink, hot breakfast, or parfait.
Do You Tip at Kroger Starbucks?
Because Kroger Starbucks baristas are employed by Kroger and not Starbucks, they cannot accept tips.
Unfortunately, Kroger employees are prohibited from accepting tips.
You can only tip your Starbucks barista at a regular Starbucks location, not a Kroger Starbucks.
If you received exceptional service from your Kroger Starbucks barista, you could express your appreciation by praising their service to a supervisor or manager.
Do Starbucks Prices Vary by Location?
The prices of drinks and food items at Starbucks vary by location, depending on factors like employee wages, real estate prices, and tax rates.
Starbucks stores located in areas with a higher cost of living often charge slightly higher prices.
However, the price of a single item between stores generally does not vary by more than $1.
For example, a grande Cafe Latte costs $4.95 in Manhattan, New York. In Green Bay, Wisconsin, the same drink costs $4.45.
The higher price of the latte in New York reflects the higher cost of living.
Although it’s not ideal to have to pay more for your order in some locations, you can take advantage of the higher prices by becoming a Starbucks Rewards member.
Starbucks Rewards stars are granted based on the cost of your order, so you’ll earn stars faster if you live in an area where Starbucks prices are higher.
Once you rack up 150 stars, you can trade them for a free handcrafted drink, hot breakfast item, or parfait.
Kroger Starbucks is the perfect way to enjoy a little pick-me-up as you do your weekly grocery shopping.
Kroger Starbucks locations offer the same menu as regular Starbucks stores, so you can expect the same delicious, handcrafted drinks and snacks.
You can also take advantage of the Starbucks Rewards program at Kroger Starbucks. You can pay with a Starbucks gift card or the Starbucks app, earn stars, and even redeem 150 stars for a free drink, hot breakfast item, or parfait.
Lastly, if you’re a Starbucks Rewards member, you can get free refills of hot coffee, hot tea, iced coffee, cold brew, or iced tea during your Kroger visit!
For more information about shopping at Kroger, check out the articles below.
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DO YOU PROVIDE INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY?
Yes, feel free to contact us directly for more information!
THERE IS AN ITEM I LIKE, BUT IT'S NOT AVAILABLE IN MY SIZE. WILL MORE SHIPMENTS COME IN?
At Pop Fitness our motto is "don't be like everybody else." To that effect, we offer a curated selection of boutique fitness wear therefore when it goes, it goes!
(However, if you feel like you absolutely cannot live without an item, shoot us an email and we will see what we can do for you!)
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE FOR MY ORDER TO ARRIVE?
Please allow 5-7 business days for your order to arrive.
If you are not completely satisfied with your clothing purchase(s), you may exchange your unworn product(s) if they are still in stock, or receive store credit. Our policy lasts for 14 days. If 14 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can not offer you a credit or exchange.
Your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it, and we require a receipt or proof of purchase.
You will be responsible for paying your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. Please email us directly at firstname.lastname@example.org for return shipping instructions.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchase shipping insurance as we cannot guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
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Layered Aquarius and Lock Necklace
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Disclaimer: According to the manufacturer of these necklaces, they are made of metal alloy. Please be aware when purchasing if you are prone to any allergic reactions.
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(Larry Schwartz/Surgeon/Officer Raymond) SICK is Nick’s professional theatre debut, though he has worked in the commercial and production sector for 6 years. He graduated from Belmont University in Nashville, TN, earning a Bachelor’s of Arts with a major in Film and a minor in Theatre and Drama where he focused in writing, directing, and acting. Having studied Meisner, Stanislavski, Uta Hagen, and others, Nick looks for the moments of truth in all things and, while he loves a good drama, he’s focused on making life not just bearable, but fun, unique, silly, sustainable, and inspiring others to bring intention into their lives.
(Charles Socarides) is a third-generation Southern Californian who’s been active in local theater for many years. Notable performances include Berowne in Love's Labour's Lost, Lopakhin in The Cherry Orchard, the title character in Dracula, both leading men in God of Carnage, and major roles in Much Ado About Nothing, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Laughter on the 23rd Floor, and The Laramie Project. Keith has also appeared in a number of independent films and enjoys creative writing, road trips, and nature photography.
(Ron Gold) started his stage career as a dancer, joining the California Ballet Company at age 16. He appeared in Coppelia, Dracula, Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and San Diego Opera’s Salome. As a musician and songwriter, he has self-released two EPs and several singles, and has a long history as an independent concert producer and curator. Since 2015, he has been a part of the small production crew at Largo at the Coronet. Local & Regional theater credits include: How I Learned to Drive, The Music Man, 7 Brides for 7 Brothers, and Crazy for You. Mr. Farber is a graduate of The Second City Hollywood Conservatory, where he created many memorable characters, and is a proud member of SAG-AFTRA. Recent film & TV work has included a healthy dose of commercials, and a nice scene in an episode of The Offer on Paramount+. He is thrilled to be making his Hollywood Fringe debut in this wonderful play!
(Barbara Gittings, Ma, Evelyn Hooker) is a queer actress, comedian, and multidisciplinary artist. A graduate of Bennington College and longtime theater performer, she is so excited to be making her LA stage debut with such an awe-inspiring play. She is also deeply honored to have the privilege of playing these incredible women and activists, and sharing their stories. Credits: TV: I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson. FILM: Reflect, Zombie Wedding. STAGE: Chebutykin, As You Like It, Circle Mirror Transformation, Daughters of Io, Fairy Tale, The Seagull, Top Girls, Romeo & Juliet, Circadian, Gravitas, and Almost Maine. @mayaknell | www.mayaknell.com
(John E. Fryer/Robert Spitzer) is an actor, writer and producer originally from Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating from Carnegie Mellon University’s Mellon School of Drama, his career began in Chicago with numerous Jeff Award -winning productions, such as Famous Door’s The Cider House Rules: Parts I and II, A Red Orchid Theatre’s The Fastest Clock in the Universe, Next Theatre’s The Misanthrope, and at Northlight Theatre’s Mauritius. Relocating to Los Angeles, his credits now include General Hospital, The Young and the Restless, Murder Book, and the award-winning film Voodoo Macbeth. Most recently, his one-take thriller Failure! premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.
Robert E. Lee
(Dr. Lyle Quackenbush/Activist) is very thankful to be part of this production. While attending college, this Los Angeles native discovered that his real interests were in the entertainment field. He began taking dramatic and comedic acting classes, writing his own material, creating a diverse ensemble of characters, and performing in comedy clubs and other venues throughout the Los Angeles area. Robert starred as Christopher Rich in Shelly Garrett’s award-winning stage production Beauty Shop. The late famed award-winning playwright/director/producer Garrett said of Lee, “He is innately funny. He’s on it!’” The Dallas Examiner exclaimed, “Lee is relentlessly funny and leaves audiences in stitches!” while actor John Amos called Lee “a monster talent!” Other credits include: Reggie on BET's ComicView, The Blackberry Inn and Sparkle on Red Beans & Rice.
Kevin Michael Moran
(Irving Bieber/Freud) This is Kevin's 40th year in both SAG and Actors’ Equity. Originally from New York, he has traveled the country in several national tours, ultimately leading him to Los Angeles. Since retiring from teaching high school, he has gratefully worked steadily. Kevin professes, “it must be the white hair.” This summer at the South Pasadena Theatre Workshop, Kevin, will be performing in repertory, in The Seagull and The Cherry Orchard (June 24th - August 6th). Most exciting has been the release of his feature film entitled Tiny Cinema, a sci-fi flick that he co-stars in, streaming now on Amazon Prime. He would like to dedicate his performances to the activists and the LGBQT community for their courage and persistence in helping to change and overcome the stigma that was once associated with being gay.
Michael Garcia Otavo
(Dalton/Young Ron) SICK is Michael’s Hollywood Fringe Festival debut. He received his BFA in Theatre from Adelphi University in Long Island, NY. He is currently enrolled at Anthony Meindl’s Acting Workshop in Hollywood. Michael can be seen in Another Time, a short film currently streaming on Amazon Prime. He is represented by BAM Management. IG: @michaelgarciaotavo. www.michaelotavo.com
(Understudy Ron Gold) is an actor and DJ/music producer from N.Y.C., currently living in L.A. His film credits include: The Pitch, directed by Tommy O' Haver and Entourage creator Doug Ellin, co-starring David Schwimmer and Ernie Hudson. Liar's Poker, co-starring Flea (of the Red Hot Chili Peppers). Most recently, Rogen can be seen in the comedy Dinner With the Hoffmans, which will be released summer 2023. Rogen’s television credits include: Criminal Minds, 90210, Columbo Goes to College (with Peter Falk), General Hospital, Days of our Lives, and California Dreams. He can also be seen in numerous commercials including Diet Pepsi (with Eva Langoria, P-Diddy, Wilmer Valderrama), MAACO (with Burt Reynolds), Nissan, McDonald’s, Michelob Ultra Beer, Supercuts, Miller Genuine Draft, Labatt’s, Jordache Jeans, and many others. Rogen also produces unique electronic sway music under the name the SeXxY RoBoTs.
2023 HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL TEAM
(Producer) is a Toronto- based psychologist with interests in psychoanalysis, Buddhism, infant mental health, and dance. He is a longtime follower of Dahn Hiuni’s career and has been a co-producer of Dahn’s earlier work. Rob has been a supporter of Dancetheatre David Earle in Canada, and created a COVID fund for its dancers. He has conducted the Esther and Bernard Besner Infant Mental Health Project since 2012. Dahn’s play SICK documents an essential historical shift in the recognition of gay rights in mental health and the normalization of same-sex love. It touches on Rob’s concerns for human development and human rights.
(Associate Producer) has an extensive background in dance, theatre and musical theatre as a teacher, choreographer and performer. She is a member of the Lineage Performing Arts Center Board of Directors and a former Lineage Dancer. She is also a yoga and meditation teacher with Spiral Heart Yoga and Yoga House in Pasadena. Previously, Peggy was the producer for Pippin at Lineage, Next to Normal with Lineage at the Gamble House, and The Curiosity Tales. She also supported the production of The Spitfire Grill at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center in 2022. Peggy helped produce After Roe for Lineage, which explored a world in which access to women’s healthcare is greatly restricted. Peggy’s most recent production at Lineage was A New Day: A Love Letter to Those We Lost honoring those impacted by HIV/AIDS with two runs in 2022-2023. Peggy is thrilled to be supporting this production of SICK.
(Assistant Director/Dramaturg) is a producer, filmmaker, and actress experienced in theater, film, and television. She is a proud Alumna of Northwestern University, and the receipient of the Sarah Siddons Award Scholarship 2014. Desiree has performed across the country at the Marriott Lincolnshire (On The Town), The Cherry Lane Theater (Kafka's The Trial), Windy City Playhouse (A Recipe for Disaster), Boho Theater Company (Urinetown-Jeff Award Nomination for Best Musical) and The Broad Stage (Empire Burlesque) among others. For film/television, Staples produced CIRCUS PERSON, a Tribeca NOW 2020 showcase selection and winner of Best of Festival Top achievement at Catalyst Content. Her dramedy pilot IT'S WHAT SHE WOULD HAVE WANTED was a prestigious selection in the 2021 Tribeca Creators Market and winner of “Best Ensemble Cast” at the Catalyst Film Festival. Staples produced the feature film TAKE ME TO TARZANA, a Gold Remi Winner at Worldfest Houston. Her comedy pilot, THE INFLUENCERS, has screened at over 25 festivals around the world. Most recently, Staples served as lead actress and executive producer for the upcoming feature film, MY DIVORCE PARTY, alongside Rumer Willis and Laith Ashley. Desiree is a proud member of SAG-AFTRA, and co-founder of the Female Filmmakers Forumon Clubhouse. @Desireestaples (Instagram)
(Lighting Designer) is currently in her final semester at CalArts, where she is pursuing an MFA in Film Directing. She is so grateful for this opportunity to return to her first love, theater! She is passionate about working in the theater whether she’s lighting, directing, producing, stage managing, running a board, or sewing curtains. Currently, she is in post-production on her thesis film, which adapts the final tablets of The Epic of Gilgamesh with a female protagonist. Prior to attending CalArts, she directed a feature film, Fishbowl, and several short films. Her theater directing credits include Eleemosynary (Hollywood Fringe Festival), Catalyst (Loft Ensemble), ‘Tis Pity She’s a Whore (Archway Theatre, an LA Weekly Pick of the Week), A Part and Funeral Party (Hollywood Fringe Festival), Old Times (Occidental College), The Ash Girl, Little Shop of Horrors, and Metamorphoses (all at Caltech, where, in a previous life, she studied biology.)
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Sigmet Corporation, founded in October 1987, is the result of joining two well established rep firms, Metrorep Sales of Freehold, New Jersey and Signal Marketing of Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Sigmet offers its principals over 80 years of combined experience in the field of Manufacturers Representation. Sigmet employs seventeen outside salespeople. Two complete support offices are maintained, with managers, one in each of the primary markets served, with a remote office for our territory of Upstate NY.
In both the Southern and Northern markets we proudly represent JBL Professional Products, Crown International, dbx Professional Products, BSS, Lexicon, Soundcraft, Listen Technologies, Undercover, Littlite, LinkUSA along with RCI Custom Products. In the Upstate NY market we represent all Harman Professional Products,as well as others.
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IDC Reveals its Top Predictions for India Small and Medium-sized Business and Digital Native Business in 2023 and Beyond
International Data Corporation (IDC) predicts that by 2026, at least 20% of SMBs will introduce metrics to track and effectively measure business value from their core business activities, their ecosystems, and their impact on the environment. This is one of IDC’s predictions unveiled in its latest report Worldwide Small and Medium-Sized Business and Digital-Native Business 2023 Predictions - India Implications.
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have survived pandemic shutdowns and supply chain disruptions by leveraging technology and providing their clients with online services through various digital channels. But with the rising inflationary impact, customers have become more cost-centric, pressuring SMBs and making it more challenging to achieve business resiliency. According to IDC's 2022 Worldwide Future SMB survey, 46% of SMBs in APAC have significantly digitized their businesses by adopting eCommerce, digital payments, and automation technologies. Digitally matured SMBs across India are adopting technologies to future-proof their businesses against additional market disruptions.
On the other hand, Digital native businesses (DNBs) used their technology to differentiate themselves and survive during the pandemic. DNBs stepped in to fill the voids left by the pandemic lockdowns, which banned physical interactions. For example, telemedicine has flourished - enhancing and often substituting traditional healthcare. E-commerce also experienced a surge, benefitting the entire ecosystem, including its digitally enabled logistics partners. Online payment acceptance accelerated due to its ability to offer contactless and fast payment services.
“SMBs are the backbone of the Indian economy and are eager to adopt technology to achieve greater efficiency and flexibility. "They are increasingly investing in technology solutions to become more cost-efficient, improve customer acquisition and retention, and balance growth with quality. By adopting a more digital way of doing business, SMBs in India have tremendous potential to expand - leading to an increase in their market share," says Supriya Deka, Senior Market Analyst for Digital Small and Medium-sized Business, IDC Asia/Pacific.
"DNBs in certain verticals and industries were able to prosper in the pandemic by implementing new technologies and setting themselves apart. However, the boom DNBs experienced in prior years has begun to slacken from its peak as pandemic restrictions lifted. DNBs must contend with challenges like access to funding and achieving sustainable expansion. DNB's efforts now focus on efficiency and utilizing its digital infrastructure to bring the company closer to profitability," says Sairam Balasubramani, Senior Market Analyst for Digital Native Business: Start-Ups and Scale-Ups research, IDC Asia/Pacific.
IDC’s seven SMB and three DNB technology and business trends for India provide guidance to SMBs and DNBs on how to become more agile, resilient, drive sustainability, and become the powerhouses driving the economy:
#1: Tech Savvy SMBs Drive Economy: By 2027, total budgets dedicated to IT investments and connectivity services at Indian SMBs will increase by 20% as SMBs turn to technology to compete with larger businesses.
#2: Redefining Business Value: By 2026, at least 20% of SMBs will introduce metrics to track and effectively measure business value from their core business activities, their ecosystems and their impact on the environment.
#3: Cloud Driven Agility: By 2024, 35% of SMBs will shift one third of their core workloads to the cloud to drive business agility and future resilience.
#4: Automation Amplified: By 2026, one third of SMBs will increase investments in automation and digital tools to make up for the shortage of workers, reduce manual processes and human error, and boost productivity.
#5: Live Commerce redefine customer experience: By 2023, 15% of SMBs will leverage live streaming technologies to launch new products and enhance the customer experience by facilitating easier product discovery and checkout.
#6: In-House IT: Over half of medium sized businesses will hire key technology decision makers by 2026 as they continue to invest in digital transformation and seek to have IT thought leadership on staff.
#7: The Intelligent SMB: By 2025, 30% of Indian SMBs will consider intelligence decision systems to promote R&D and supply chain management.
#8: The Future Economy is DNB Based: By 2027, the number of digital-native businesses of the S&P BSE 500 will have doubled, leading to a digitally driven economy.
#9: Value Trumps Speed: By 2025, 40% of Indian DNBs will shift focus from speed to market to demonstrable business outcomes to secure capital, boost differentiation, and achieve sustainable and resilient growth.
#10: Prediction 10: DNBs to Drive ESG Goals: By 2027, 35% of Indian venture funds will have implemented robust ESG criteria to qualify for investment.
These predictions are discussed in greater detail in the new IDC FutureScape report, IDC FutureScape: Worldwide Small and Medium-Sized Business and Digital-Native Business 2023 Predictions - India implications, January 2023, Doc # AP50147923. Each year, IDC releases its Top Predictions through its IDC FutureScape reports to give a crystal ball view of what is ahead for the rapidly changing ICT industry. These predictions have been used to shape the strategies and business objectives of technology leaders and business executives in the next 1-5 years. To learn more about the upcoming IDC FutureScape reports, please click HERE.
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A quick glance at some of the technology stories breaking in the weekend papers.
More privacy headaches at HSE
The Sunday Independent reported how hundreds of patient records were seriously compromised by a major security breach at the HSE. The 1,500 sensitive health records were removed from a Dublin office and emailed to an outside organisation.
A private IT contractor, who was being overseen by a HSE staff member, downloaded the records on to an unencrypted USB key – something that is absolutely forbidden in the HSE’s own protocols.
The contractor took the private health records home to work on overnight – again a serious breach of the health authority’s procedures.
Intending to email the records on the memory stick back to the HSE, the contractor mistyped the address and instead accidentally emailed them to another State body.
The security breach was only discovered when the public body involved alerted the HSE.
The internal investigation into it has involved several senior HSE figures and is being considered a “major wake-up call” for the data leak-prone authority.
The patients involved this time have not been informed that their private information has been jeopardised. The Data Protection Commissioner has cited the HSE several times in his reports and is said to be investigating why yet another leak has occurred.
The Google effect
In addition to reporting expectation-beating earnings, Google said in a one-time announcement that non-text display advertisements, such as those on YouTube and mobile phones, would generate $2.5bn in sales in 2010, which impressed analysts.
JPMorgan Chase said YouTube represented about $1.5bn of those revenues. Credit Suisse said it estimated that YouTube was nearing profitability.
“This colour should help improve sentiment around the sustainability of Google’s long-term growth,” said Spencer Wang, an analyst at Credit Suisse.
Google’s shares rose 11.2pc to $601.45, their highest since January. It was the biggest one-day gain in two years.
Akamai, maker of the video software that powers YouTube, gained 2.2pc to $47.09. Shares of networking equipment maker Cisco added 1.3pc to $23.36.
Google also said paid clicks were up 16pc in the third quarter over the same period in 2009. Search and online ad rival Yahoo gained 2pc to $16.25 and Microsoft added 1.2pc to $25.54. Expectations also rose for Apple, which reports earnings on 18 October. Its shares were up 4.1pct to $314.74, an all-time high.
Tanaiste’s brother’s mobile connections
The Sunday Independent carried a story claiming a company run by a brother of the Tanaiste, Mary Coughlan, is making about €15,000 a year on the sale of mobile telephones to TDs and senators who are then reimbursed by the taxpayer.
Yesterday, Kevin Coughlan of Millennium Communications Cellular told the Sunday Independent that his business – with around 20 Oireachtas members – formed a “very small part” of his €1m annual turnover.
Oireachtas members can receive up to €750 every 18 months towards the cost of purchasing mobile phones, car kits and insurance under a scheme that was instigated in 2002.
Records released last week show that several Fianna Fail TDs and senators purchase telephony from Millennium Communications Cellular, a company incorporated in 1999, which is based in Kilmainham, Dublin.
Millennium Communications has two listed directors, Kevin Coughlan and his wife Josephine of Ballindoolin, Edenderry, Co Offaly. Coughlan is a brother of the Tanaiste and Education Minister, Mary Coughlan.
New online media directory
The Media HQ service is a more sophisticated version of the existing Irish Media Contacts Directory, which is published annually. It’s on offer from Mediacontact.ie, the owner of the offline directory.
‘‘The problem with the printed directory is that it was out of date within days,” said Jack Murray, founder of Mediacontact.ie. ‘‘This is the complete online press office. It offers the most comprehensive listing of all of the media contacts in Ireland in one convenient place.”
Users of the service can send media releases from their e-mail addresses to any of the contacts included on the site.
BT calms investor fears
“There is no change to our overall outlook as a result of this agreement,” BT said.
Paul Howard, JPMorgan analyst, said he believed BT had provided the government with cost savings but these were already reflected in the company’s earnings guidance and had been offset by ongoing efficiencies elsewhere in the business.
However, not everyone was so positive. Deutsche Bank said the agreement might prove to be a temporary respite, citing Sir Philip Green’s report on public spending.
Green claimed savings of 30-40pc could be made on the government’s £2bn telecoms contracts by changing buying practices.
“The longer-term risk remains that BT’s 80pc share of UK government contracts is likely to fall,” said Deutsche Bank. “Ongoing strong progress by management in cutting costs will be increasingly necessary to underpin existing profitability.”
Venture investment falls in the US
Venture capitalists poured less money into US start-ups in the third quarter and split this among more companies, signalling that investors are trying to be more economical with their funds, USA Today reported.
According to a study set to be released Friday, start-up investments declined 7pc to $4.8bn in the July-September period, compared with $5.2bn invested during the same three-month period in 2009. A total of 780 start-ups received funding during the quarter – 9pc more than the 716 companies that took slices of the investment pie last year.
The study, which was conducted by PriceWaterhouseCoopers and the National Venture Capital Association based on data from Thomson Reuters, said that much of the decline stemmed from a drop in large investments in clean technology. Funding in clean-tech start-ups, which include alternative energy, recycling, conservation and power supply companies has been mercurial lately. It fell every quarter last year compared with the previous year, but has been climbing this year – until the third quarter.
Despite the third-quarter funding drop, though, funding for the full year still looks to be higher than it was in 2009. So far this year, venture capitalists have invested $16.7bn in 2,497 start-ups; in all of 2009, $18.3bn was funnelled into 2,916 start-ups.
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Simmons Unlimited is an Event Production and Consulting Agency whose purpose is to design and deliver seamless and dynamic event experiences.
With a proven track record of event production, event management, influencer relations and talent booking, Simmons Unlimited has a reputation for delivering professional, world-class event experiences while facilitating all facets of event production.
We do this by establishing collaborative partnerships with our clients. We listen to your needs and discover your vision. Next, we create a strategy that addresses all the detailed logistics. And we execute that strategy, yielding a memorable and organic event experience.
Founded by Imani K. Simmons, Simmons Unlimited has earned the trust of brands like Puma, Avion, SXSW, Empire, Jagermeister, and many more by delivering solutions from concept to breakdown. Imani is at the helm of every event to ensure that your event experience your time, budget and quality expectations are exceeded.
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A scientist’s claim that he’s found the secrets of the universe’s origin encoded in DNA sparks a race against time to uncover the truth in this fast-paced thriller of science and faith, power and murder, loss and redemption.
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Gauges Analytics is an effective choice for companies looking for a simple, user-friendly way to track website performance.
This blog will examine Gauges Analytics' pricing structure and present a superior alternative with comparable features and benefits.
- Gauges Analytics
- Gauges Analytics Pricing Plan
- Simple Analytics: A Better Alternative
- Simple Analytics Pricing Plan
- Final Thoughts
Gauges Analytics is a web analytics tool that simplifies and streamlines analytics. It helps you focus on your most essential web traffic statistics, like how many visitors come to your sites, where they come from, and where they go in real-time. It offers continuous information on site traffic, visitor metrics, and geographic location data, allowing businesses to monitor their website and make informed decisions.
Gauges Analytics Pricing Plan
Plans at Gauges Analytics are based on the number of page views your website receives, and their pricing is based on subscriptions.
Gauges has three plans available:
|Best for||Individuals with one or two sites||Small teams or individuals with clients||Large sites or large agencies with clients|
|Page Views/ Month||100,000||250,000||1,000,000|
Simple Analytics: A Better Alternative
Simple Analytics is a privacy-focused website analytics platform that simplifies website traffic and user behavior without compromising privacy. It does not collect any personal data and adheres to GDPR guidelines.
Simple Analytics offers valuable website metrics and insights without complexities. Pricing is transparent and based on the number of page views, with flat monthly fees and flexible pricing tiers.
Simple Analytics Pricing Plan
Simple Analytics offers a straightforward pricing model based on the number of page views your website receives. Simple Analytics provides annual and monthly billing options, and it should be noted that Simple Analytics also provides a 50% discount for non-profit organizations on every plan.
A general overview of their pricing is as follows:
Everything you need to get started
- 100,000 datapoints per month
- 1 user
- 10 websites
- aggregated export
Monthly: $19/month ($9/month billed yearly)
Work together on growing your business
Everything from the Starter plan, plus
- 1,000,000 datapoints per month
- 10 users
- 100 websites
- raw level export
Monthly: $59/month ($49/month billed yearly)
Get everything you need to grow your business
Everything from the Business plan, plus
- 1,000,000+ datapoints per month
- 10+ users
- 100+ websites
- prio email support
Monthly: starting at $99+/month, ***depending on usage
Gauges and Simple Analytics are distinct platforms with different features and pricing models. Let's examine their pricing plans and see if simple analytics is a better alternative than Gauges.
|Starting Price||Solo - $6/mo|
Small - $12/mo
Plus - $48/mo
|Starter - $19/mo ($9/mo if paid yearly)|
Business - $59/mo
Enterprise - $99/mo
|Free trial period||7 days||14 days|
|Trackable Items||Unlimited for all plans||Starter - 10 websites|
Business - 100 websites
Enterprise - 100+ websites
|User Seats||Unlimited*||Starter - 1 user|
Business - 10 users
Enterprise - 10+ users / Unlimited
Gauges Analytics offers a clear pricing structure for businesses, allowing users to choose a plan based on website traffic volume, but it also comes with multiple drawbacks.
Its lack of customization options for reporting is one of its main drawbacks. Users can only access the pre-built reports and cannot design their unique pieces.
Another drawback is its inability to measure visitor behavior beyond pageviews and clicks, such as events and goal tracking. These aren’t adequate to reveal meaningful information about user engagement.
If you are looking for a straightforward analytics tool that gives you the insights you need for a pocket-friendly price, feel free to try Simple Analytics!
Why is Simple Analytics preferred over Gauges?
Gauges is not a household name in the analytics market. It’s an older tool that looks outdated and not intuitive to use. Simple Analytics gives you the website insights you need in a simple dashboard. In addition, Simple Analytics is cookieless and GDPR-compliant.
Is Gauges GDPR-compliant?
Is Gauges easy to use?
Gauges is not the most accessible tool to use. Their analytics dashboard is not user-friendly and looks outdated compared to other tools like Simple Analytics.
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The 50-mile-long True Grit Epic 50, and its companion race, the True Grit Epic 100, are two of the most difficult mountain bike races held in Utah each year. For many, racing 50 miles is difficult by itself, but True Grit takes things to another level entirely. Most of the course consists of rugged singletrack, which can tire riders out very quick if they are not prepared. The True Grit Epic has continued to grow as more mountain bikers step up to the challenge to see if they can complete such a hard race. This year the event sold out with 600 racers toeing the line.
The race takes place in Saint George, Utah, one of the most popular and sought-after places to mountain bike in the USA. The race course has a bit of everything including road climbs, fast and flowy singletrack, and some very technical trails that test riders mentally and physically. One of the most technical trails on course is the Barrel Trail, which is so technical that most people have to walk down the first portion.
My True Grit Epic Prep
Last year was my first time racing the True Grit Epic 50, at age 15. I entered the race in the 14-29 men’s class just hoping to finish. (The 2018 race included a separate Juniors division for riders ages 14-18.) I was excited to compete since not many juniors had completed the True Grit Epic. To my surprise, I ended up taking first in my category, and it was one of the most fun, yet most difficult, races I had ever completed. Of course immediately after the race I told myself it “sucked.” But looking back at how well my race went, I realized how much fun I had, and begain looked forward to racing it again.
For 2018, I raced as a part of the Pivot-Competitive Cyclist team, and entered the 75-strong, Open Men’s category with all the top dogs, at just 16 years of age. It was very intimidating knowing that I was going into a race with legitimate pros! I wasn’t sure where I stood compared to a lot of the people there. To make matters even worse, I was sick a couple weeks before the race.
Getting sick a couple of weeks before a race may not sound bad, but it affected me pretty significantly. I even considered skipping the race because I started to have breathing problems. I’ve always had anxiety that affects my breathing, but it was very bad following my illness.
I saw the doctor multiple times, and that’s when we decided that I must be having some sort of anxiety attack due to the stress of taking the ACT at school. Luckily, once ACT testing was over, I was less stressed and ready to race!
To reduce my anxiety on race day, I pre-made my before- and after-race meals since our hotel wouldn’t have a kitchen. I also brought my portable coffee station, which consists of special pour-over equipment and Alpha Coffee for a pre-race energy boost.
My True Grit Epic Race
When I roll up to a race I normally get some pre-race nervousness, but when it is a long race, I am less stressed compared to an XC race. Because in a long race, I know I have 50 miles of riding to make up for a potentially mediocre start and to get where I need to be.
Going off the line I felt good, and made up some positions heading on the dirt roads to the first bit of singletrack. I made sure that I paced myself correctly, and was eating and drinking around every 20-30 minutes so I didn’t bonk later in the race. Everything went well and I was in the top fifteen for the first half of the race.
But with such a technical race and over so many miles, there is a good chance something will go wrong. I shifted into my ideal gear for a super fast trail called Bear Claw Poppy, when I realized there was something wrong with my shifting. When I got into a more difficult gear, my chain would jump around and get caught. I didn’t want to risk a chain problem, so I shifted into an easier gear and hummingbird-pedaled my way down Bear Claw.
Luckily the shifting problem didn’t affect the climbing sections of the course. By the time I got to the last feed station and only had about ten miles to go, I was very tired. I had chosen to ride a hardtail in this race and I was beginning to pay for it. The technical downhills had caused my hands, arms, and legs to begin cramping.
I fought my way up the final tough climbs and could see someone behind me. At this point, I could tell they were moving faster than me. I was worried the rider might catch me on the last descent. Unfortunately, I just didn’t have the energy to hold them off, and was passed in the final stretch before the finish line. I decided to cut my losses and let them go.
Once I got onto the paved road heading toward the finish line, I got into full time-trial position and attempted to shave off as much time as I could. When I began to push hard my legs locked up, which meant I was just going have to spin easy to the finish. Crossing the finish line I was filled with relief that I didn’t have any major mechanicals and I had a very good result of 12th place, shaving about 17 minutes off my previous year’s time.
It was very motivating for me when I found out how much faster I went than last year, and I was finishing near some of the pro riders that I look up to. Overall I learned a ton about my limits because of this race and where my fitness stands. It was very challenging, but that is the reason I will keep coming back to the True Grit Epic.
If you are up for a challenge and want to test your limits, you definitely need to do the True Grit Epic!
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Sioux Technologies supports companies in the telecom industry in creating secure, reliable, scalable and cost-efficient next generation technology and applications by developing intelligent software and mathware.
The digitization of communication technology has been enormous. In many ways, it has become the backbone of modern society; for example, in the provision of information, work, leisure and the interaction between people, companies and authorities... On all these fronts, developments are still moving extremely fast. This brings several major challenges to the telecom industry in terms of guaranteeing security, creating scalable solutions and increasing bandwidth for streaming services. Other leading current development themes concern the realization of stable wireless communication, accessibility of devices and fail-safe applications. Sioux supports OEMs in addressing these challenges.
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We are excited to announce the general availability of sip:providerCE mr3.8.12 and sip:providerPRO mr3.8.12.
What’s the sip:provider platform?
The Sipwise sip:provider platform is a highly versatile open source based VoIP soft-switch for ISPs and ITSPs to serve large numbers of SIP subscribers. It leverages existing building blocks like Kamailio, Sems and Asterisk to create a feature-rich and high-performance system by glueing them together in a best-practice approach and implementing missing pieces on top of it.
Sipwise engineers have been working with Asterisk and Kamailio (and its predecessors SER and OpenSER) since 2004, and have roles on the management board of Kamailio and are contributing to these projects both in terms of patches and also financially by sponsoring development tasks. The sip:provider platform is available as a Community Edition (SPCE), which is fully free and open source, and as a commercial PRO appliance shipped turn-key in a high availability setup.
The SPCE provides secure and feature-rich voice and video communication to end customers (voice, video, instant messaging, presence, buddy lists, file transfer, screen sharing, remote desktop control) and connect them to other SIP-, Mobile- or traditional PSTN-networks. It can therefore act as open Skype replacement system, traditional PSTN replacement, Over-The-Top (OTT) platform and also as a Session Border Controller in front of existing VoIP services in order to enable signaling encryption, IPv6 support, fraud- and Denial-of-Service prevention. Another use-case is to act as a Class4 SIP concentrator to bundle multiple SIP peerings for other VoIP services.
What’s new in mr3.8.12?
The most important changes for mr3.8.12 compared to mr3.7.x are:
- Direct upgrade from 2.8 LTS to mr3.8.12 LTS is now possible
- General component stability improvements and REST API enhancements
- The RTP bridging and transport protocol (DTLS-SRTP or SDES) for rtpengine can now be configured by user preference.
- Update Redis to latest stable version 2.8.17
- Update Prosody to latest stable version 0.9.10
- Move Sipwise Debian repository from 1024bit GPG key to 4096bit key
- Improve services security (listen appropriate interfaces only)
- CloudPBX improvements and fixes for PRO/CARRIER customers with PBX module
Is mr3.8 LTS (long time supported) release?
Yes, release mr3.8 is the current LTS release. Release mr3.8 LTS is going to be supported for 3 years till May 31, 2018.
Is it possible to upgrade directly from 2.8 LTS to mr3.8 LTS release?
Yes, the procedure also takes care of updating Debian from 6.0 to 7.0. Check the relevant section in the Handbook for detailed instructions.
How do I test-drive the new version?
- AMI ID for region us-east-1: ami-2b0b4e51
- AMI ID for region us-west-2: ami-12e9456a
- AMI ID for region us-west-1: ami-92bdbaf2
- AMI ID for region eu-central-1: ami-c543d7aa
- AMI ID for region eu-west-1: ami-ad5ed3d4
- AMI ID for region ap-southeast-1: ami-326f014
- AMI ID for region ap-southeast-2: ami-3cb4445
- AMI ID for region ap-northeast-1: ami-c139b2a
- AMI ID for region sa-east-1: ami-edd89981
Check the relevant section in the Handbook for detailed instructions.
How do I install the new version or upgrade from an older one?
For new users, please follow the Installation Instructions in the Handbook to set up the SPCE mr3.8.12 from scratch.
For the users of the previous version of the SPCE, please follow the upgrade procedure outlined in the Handbook. If you have customized your configurations using customtt.tt2 files, you must migrate your changes to the new configuration files after the upgrade, otherwise all your calls will most certainly fail.
How can I contribute to the project?
Over the last months we’ve started to publish our software components at github.com/sipwise. This is still an on-going effort, which is done on a component-per-component basis. Please check back regularly for new projects to appear there, and feel free to fork them and send us pull requests. For development related questions, please subscribe to our SPCE-Dev Mailing-List at lists.sipwise.com/listinfo/spce-dev.
We want to thank our PRO customers and the SPCE community for their feedback, bug reports and feature suggestions to make this release happen. We hope you enjoy using the mr3.8.12 build and keep your input coming. A big thank you also to all the developers of Kamailio, Sems and Prosody, who make it possible for us to provide an innovative and future-proof SIP/XMPP engine as the core of our platform! And last but not least a HUGE thank you to the Sipwise development team, who worked insanely hard to create this release.
You are awesome!
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Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Support Yorkton Family to Break Ground at Future Home
The Government of Saskatchewan today joined representatives from Habitat for Humanity to officially announce the start of construction for a new build that will support a family in need. Member of the Legislative Assembly for Yorkton Greg Ottenbreit, on behalf of Social Services Minister and Minister responsible for Saskatchewan Housing Corporation Lori Carr, attended a sod-turning ceremony for a Habitat for Humanity build that will make homeownership a reality for a Yorkton family.
The home will be a four-bedroom, raised bungalow located at 158 Darlington Street East. A basement will also be developed with an additional bedroom to accommodate a growing family. The home is approximately 1,008 square feet, or 93.65 square metres.
"Every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. Our Government is proud to work with Habitat for Humanity to make a real difference in the lives of families here in Yorkton and everywhere in Canada. This is the National Housing Strategy at work.” – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).
"The Government of Saskatchewan is proud to once again work with our partners at Habitat for Humanity to support a Saskatchewan family in need. Habitat's important work aligns with our government's goal of ensuring all residents have access to safe, stable and affordable housing. This home will serve as the foundation for a Yorkton family to build a brighter future for themselves, and I look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone with them when they have keys in hand for their new home." - Member of the Legislative Assembly for Yorkton Greg Ottenbreit
- Each partner family selected by Habitat contributes 500 partnering hours in building their home or other Habitat homes. The family purchases their home at fair market value, paying an interest-free, zero down-payment mortgage set at 25 per cent of their annual gross income. Upon completion, the affordable no-interest mortgage is provided by Habitat to partner families with mortgage payments going back for future builds. To learn more about Habitat for Humanity and their work across Saskatchewan, visit www.habitat.ca.
- The Government of Canada is currently rolling out its National Housing Strategy (NHS), an ambitious 10-year, $40 billion plan that will create 100,000 new housing units and lift 530,000 families out of housing need, as well as repair and renew more than 300,000 housing units and reduce chronic homelessness by 50 per cent.
- The Government of Canada, through CMHC, along with the Government of Saskatchewan, through Saskatchewan Housing Corporation (SHC), are contributing $65,000 each to build the home through the CMHC-Saskatchewan Bi-Lateral Agreement under the 2017 NHS.
- The Government of Saskatchewan's overall commitment to Habitat totals $12.4 million since 2009. This investment supports Saskatchewan's Housing Strategy goals of ensuring Saskatchewan people have access to affordable, safe, secure and stable housing.
As Canada's authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. CMHC's aim is that by 2030, everyone in Canada has a home they can afford, and that meets their needs. For more information, please visit www.cmhc.ca or follow us on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook.
To find out more about the National Housing Strategy, visit www.placetocallhome.ca.
Pursuant to the National Housing Strategy, the Canada-Saskatchewan Bilateral Agreement will invest $449.9 million over the next 10 years, cost matched by the federal and provincial governments, in housing across the province. CMHC and the Government of Saskatchewan have reached agreement on the first three-year action plan.
Under the Agreement, housing is a key priority in providing a better quality of life for Saskatchewan families and communities. Since 2007, the Government of Saskatchewan has invested $804 million to develop or repair more than 16,600 housing units around the province. To learn more, visit www.saskatchewan.ca.
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SUGAR MOUNTAIN RESORT MEMORANDUM
TO: GUESTS AND EMPLOYEES
FROM: GUNTHER JOCHL
SUBJECT: CORONAVIRUS UPDATE
TODAY’S DATE: MARCH 16, 2020
Sugar Mountain Resort will suspend operation effective at 4:30, Tuesday, March 17.
We continue to implement the following measures to ensure a clean and healthy
environment: You can read the previous, full statement here
Thank you for sharing a wonderful 50th winter season with us and we look forward
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Is your inbox overflowing with emails you never read? Investing a few hours unsubscribing from unwanted emails can save you a lot of time and energy in the long run. Block out an hour or two and see how quickly your inbox can go from overflow to optimized.
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A perfect, error-free, and high-quality research paper drafted according to journal guidelines is necessary. It accelerates the publication process and reduces the chances of revision and rejection. However, most researchers are not experts in drafting the research paper or do not have enough time to write the complete article. In such cases, they required research paper publication support. The researchers or the other concerned academicians must search for a premium publication support agency that provides high-quality services at a highly competitive cost.
Smiqgen provides comprehensive publication support services that assist the researchers and authors at all steps of getting the article published in reputed journals. We have one of the most competent and domain-specific experts that provide you with complete journal publication services. We help you to navigate through the rigorous and time-consuming process. We also help you to avoid the mistakes that may cause the rejection of your paper.
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From the Middle EMS and ELA
News from the Principal, May 18, 2021
Hello Parents and Families,
We are in our final days of school for the 20-21 school year. We have nearly made it to the finish line in what has proved to be an absolute marathon of a year. BUT...there is so much good that has come out of this year. In the last few weeks, in meeting with teachers to reflect on their year and set goals for next year, again and again teachers have shared amazing stories of resiliency and hard work happening in all our classrooms. Our student are AMAZING, and so are all our families and parents! Thank you!
~Annessa Hart, Principal
FAMILY CELEBRATION TOMORROW!!
Join us for "Middle School Voices"
The event is totally free and you do not need to RSVP, and it will all happen outside in the courtyard on the east side of the building.
We will continue rain or shine, so please bring your umbrella just in case. Feel free to bring lawn chairs and blankets for picnicking.
Our event goes from 5:00 pm--7:00 pm. Come anytime and enjoy the entertainment.
ELA Device Return--Friday, May 21st
EMS Device Return--Monday, May 24th and Tuesday, May 25th
Students need to return: Chromebooks, associated charger, and hotspots ( if assigned).
Students and their parents are responsible for turning in a fully functional and undamaged, charged student device.
Please add a sticky note or piece of masking tape with your student’s name/grade on the device.
Remove any decorative stickers from the device.
Please wipe the exterior of the device with a Clorox wipe
Return Chromebooks and chargers.
Contact the IT Department- Please email us at email@example.com
PARENTS--WE NEED YOU!!
Our event is all about COMMUNITY, and you are a very important part of our school community. We truly want voices from all throughout our community represented, which is why we are asking you to share your experiences.
We would love to display pictures of families from our community as well as brief stories or poetry, or even small pieces of art that reflect our families and community. This piece should represent you--parents, guardians, caretakers--of our middle school kids.
Please submit your creative piece to firstname.lastname@example.org by May 15th.
You can also bring your creative piece to the event and add it to the display that night.
Here's an example from one of our very own EMS teachers who also lives in Englewood.
CHOICE ENROLLMENT WINDOW IS OPEN!
If you live outside of Englewood, and plan to continue in Englewood Schools for 2021/2022 school year, you MUST complete the Choice Enrollment application now in order to attend an Englewood School next year. Those who live out of district and who do not complete a choice enrollment application will not be able to attend Englewood schools in the fall.
Round 1: January 4, 2021 through February 1, 2021
Round 2: February 15, 2021 through August 31, 2021
Englewood offers unique and customized learning opportunities at each school, so you're sure to find one that suits your student. Space is limited, so please fill out the Open Enrollment Application and Agreement (en español) as soon as you have made a decision.
Return the form to the District Registrar at 4101 S. Bannock St. or to email@example.com during the choice enrollment window.
Final decisions will be made within two weeks of the closing of the enrollment window and families will be notified by mail.
If you have questions, please reach out to Trish Tucker in our main office at 303-806-2100.
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Information gathered from https://www.biography.com/artist/henri-cartier-bresson
‘Henri Cartier-Bresson was a French photographer whose humane, spontaneous photographs helped establish photojournalism as an art form’
Henri Cartier-Bresson was born on August 22nd, 1908 in France. He was considered one of the major artists of the 20th century and was a pioneer of photojournalism. He came from a wealthy family where his father made fortunes as a textile manufacturer and was the eldest of 5 children.
He was educated in France where he studied literature and the Arts before beginning a two year gap studying painting under early Cubist, André Lhote in 1927. Later, he moved to Cambridge university to continue in courses revolving once again around Art and Literature.
In 1931 Cartier-Bresson travelled to Africa to hunt for boar and antelope. Although he never really took to the sport of hunting, being in Africa did spark his interest in photography. From then on he began experimenting with a box brownie camera given to him as a gift.
He’d say, "I adore shooting photographs," "It's like being a hunter. But some hunters are vegetarians—which is my relationship to photography." To the annoyance of his editors, it later became apparent that Cartier-Bresson preferred taking the photos rather than producing prints and showcasing his work.
Later that year, he bought himself his first 35mm Leica and took to taking photos in the simplest of ways. Being a naturalist, Cartier-Bresson didn’t care for editing the photos once the shot had been taken by means of cropping and/or darkroom affects; but that everything should be as required as the shot is being taken. He often carried around limited equipment such as a 50mm lens and possibly as 90mm lens.
Commercially, Cartier-Bresson was extremely successful and by the mid 1930’s he’d shown his work in major exhibits in New York, Mexico and Madrid. It is during this time that he befriended another photographer named Paul Strand who was experimenting in the art of film. Finding inspiration from Strand, Cartier-Bresson took to working with French film maker Jean Renoir. He worked for a few years here and helped in the production of films such as Renoir’s most critically acclaimed, La Règle Du Jeu (1939).
After his escape from a prison-of-war camp in 1943, he created a photo department for the resistance and then after the war had come end he was commissioned by the United States to direct a documentary about the return of French prisoners.
His other successes in photography include:
- His photos of Mahatma Gandhi and subsequent documentation of his later death.
- Teaming up with Robert Capa, George Rodger, David 'Chim' Seymour, and William Vandivert in 1947 where he founded Magnum Photos, one of the world's premier photo agency. Which he later quit.
- In1952 he published his first book, The Decisive Moment, a rich collection of his work spanning two decades.
- Travelling around the world to capture all manners of history. He was there for the Spanish Civil War and the Chinese revolution and he also documented George VI's coronation and told the story of Khrushchev's Russia. Among other events.
In 2003 he and his family took an important step in securing his legacy as an artist with the creation of the Foundation Henri Cartier-Bresson in Paris to help preserve his work. A year later he died on August 3rd, 2004.
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Updated: Aug 13
I have been specializing in curly hair since the 1980s. My younger brother has curly hair like me and his best friend was African American. I cut both of their hair for years. Of course I still cut my brother's hair when he is home but he now resides in Rome, Italy.
There are many things about curly hair that are important to know.
Use PH balanced hair care products otherwise your hair will frizz and we all know that Frizz is us curly girls' archenemy!
Use a shower head filter to help eliminate all the minerals in your shower water. I live in California and our reservoirs are so low which increases the level of minerals in the water. Filtering these minerals is very helpful. I will add the link for my favorite filter. It’s easy to install and you can order replacement filters on Amazon. I use my 20% discount coupon and purchase it at Bed Bath and Beyond.
Have your hair trimmed every three to four months, otherwise curly hair can get matted, it tangles more, and the ends split causing frizz.
Do a deep hair mask weekly and your hair will thank you with awesome bouncy curls.
Use a microfiber towel to scrunch the curls, from ends to the roots after washing.
Sleep with your hair in a bonnet or a large loose ponytail holder at the roots with your ends out so that your curls are good the next day.
Don’t wash your hair too often, but also don’t wash it too little. I am not a fan of that whole “No Poo” fad. The hair follicles are alive and need to be cleansed and fed to survive and not suffocate in their natural oils. Washing once or twice a week is good. It's ok to sometimes just rinse your hair or just wet it to revive your curls.
Most of all, rock those Curls! Curls are in, in a huge way!
Here are my favorite products for curly hair, which you can purchase in my San Jose Salon or my online store:
Evolvh SmartCurl (wash and hydrate conditioner).
Evolvh SuperCurl (creme defining creme).
Evolvh SmartCurl (leave-in spray).
Evolvh Ultimate (styling lotion for ringlets).
Evolvh Dream Gel (awesome hold, also for ringlets).
Evolvh total control creme (strong hold creme).
Organic Colour Systems Aqua boost leave in conditioner (medium weight perfect for fly always and frizz!)
Please reach out to me with any questions on Curly hair or Non-Toxic Beauty supplies and Rock Those Curls!
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Using body scrubs frequently can improve your skin significantly. Also, they're some of the most straightforward products to make at home!
Simple DIY body scrub recipes
Body scrubs contain common ingredients like sugar, salt, olive oil, honey, coffee, oatmeal, essential oils, and spices. You probably have these in your kitchen!
Our recipes below will help you build your DIY body scrub collection. Remember that you can use substitutes, so mix and match to personalize them.
Please Note: These recipes use fresh ingredients, so it's best to store them in the refrigerator.
1. Oatmeal and brown sugar scrub
There is a belief that the caffeine in coffee helps improve the appearance of aging skin. This may or may not be accurate. However, exfoliating can help reduce the appearance of skin bumps.
If you have sensitive skin, substitute coffee with oatmeal. It's lightly exfoliating and soothing.
Olive oil adds moisture while also helping the mixture to apply easily.
- ¼ cup of olive oil
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup ground oatmeal or coffee grounds
- A few drops of essential oil.
Mix the ingredients and store the scrub mixture in a dry place for up to one month. Wet your skin first and then apply the mixture in circular motions. Rinse. If you have extra sensitive skin, omit the sugar.
This scrub is rather messy, so you'll need to clean up afterward!
2. Two-in-one banana body scrub
Bananas are lightly moisturizing and also control the skin's oil levels. They are excellent for areas of the body that are prone to oiliness, such as the chest or back. Those with super sensitive skin should exchange oatmeal for sugar.
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla (optional).
Mix all the ingredients but avoid overdoing it, as this will thin out the mixture. Apply while in the shower. Allow to sit about a minute, then massage over the skin in gentle circular motions. Rinse with cold water.
3. Stimulating lemon- olive oil body scrub
This fantastic scrub cleanses the skin and regulates oil levels. This is because olive oil balances out the lemon, so your skin is left clean, but not dry.
We recommend adding an essential oil to the mixture, like rosemary or grapefruit. They are stimulating and keep clogged pores and oily skin in check.
- ¾ cup olive oil
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- Juice of one lemon
- Zest from 2 lemons
- A few drops of essential oil.
Combine the sugar and olive oil first, followed by the lemon juice and rind. Then add an essential oil of your choice.
Apply to your skin in circular motions, then rinse off with cold water.
4. Green tea salt scrub
Green tea has numerous benefits for the body, both internally and externally.
- 3 tsp baking soda
- 3 tsp Epsom salts
- 1 bag green tea leaves (or a tbsp of loose leaf tea)
- 4 tbsp of moisturizing oil, such as sweet almond, jojoba, olive, or grapeseed
Combine the first three ingredients, then add the oil. Apply gently, using circular motions, then rinse off.
5. Coconut butter scrub
This scrub is intensely moisturizing! Exfoliating allows the skin to absorb the butter and oil. Your skin feels soft after using the scrub.
- ½ cup shea butter or cocoa butter
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
- Optional: a few drops of essential oil
- ½ cup of sugar
Melt the shea butter or cocoa butter using a double boiler. Whip it up using a mixer or a hand blender until it's smooth and fluffy. Add the coconut and olive oil and slowly mix into the butter.
You can add an essential oil at this point. Finally, mix in the brown sugar. Apply as you normally would. You can leave it on a little longer to maximize its moisturizing properties before rinsing off.
The Sole Toscana Skincare Team
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What is the local food story? As I wrote yesterday, I think we’re still working it out. Still rationalizing and comprehending an inherently attractive way of being-living-acting in the world.
For agricultural economist John Ikerd, the local food story is first and foremost about integrity. “When we develop those personal connections with each other, around food, then we begin to have personal relationships that are dependent upon integrity.”
I had an opportunity to hear Ikerd speak back in 2005, and secured his permission to publish his talk on the Salmon Nation website.
Here is a reprint:
In preparation for this conference here and as part of the Eat Local Challenge, I came up with my Top Ten list of reasons to eat local.
My ranking reflects the idea that I started with here tonight: that the problems of the food system are deeply rooted within the problems of society. And that we can begin to address these social and ethical problems by eating locally and helping build a local food system.
Number Ten: Some people start with this as the most important, but I put it at the bottom. Eating local eliminates the middleman. Now, eliminating the middleman doesn’t mean that local food will be cheaper. Large food companies minimize their costs by externalizing a lot of their costs onto society and the environment. If you buy from a local farmer who doesn’t do that, it may cost more, but you’re not asking some exploited worker to pay part of your food cost, and you’re not putting it on a charge card for future generations to pick up.
Another Reason: Transportation costs. You know, the average food travels about 1500 miles. But total transportation cost is only 4% of average food cost, so it’s not the economic savings that are important. It’s the fact that you aren’t using up nonrenewable energy in the form of fossil fuel and you’re not polluting the air or putting greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. In other words, it’s the ecological savings, rather that the economic savings.
Number Eight: Eating local improves food quality. Local growers can focus on the varieties, and the harvest times, and things of that nature that maximize the flavor, the freshness, the nutrition, rather than having to concentrate on what they can harvest mechanically, what they can ship across the country, and what will stand up in the grocery store shelves for a week or two or however long it has to stay up there.
Okay, Number Seven: Eating local makes at-home eating worth the time and the effort. Chefs that are focusing on local food will tell you, you don’t have to do much: a minimal amount of seasoning, a minimal amount of cooking. And more important, people preparing their own food can eat at a lower cost than they could eat by buying convenience food. And I think perhaps even more important, preparing food at home, with the family, you bring the family together. I think that food preparation in the home has been labeled — excuse me — ‘women’s work’ and degraded for the explicit purpose of selling convenience in the supermarket. And if we just go back and reclaim the actual value of preparing foods, I think it can do a lot for us.
Number Six: Eating local provides meaningful food choices. You know, people brag about how you can go into the supermarket with this wide variety of foods of all shapes and colors and sizes from all over the world. But you know what, practically all of that is superficial differentiation of foods. It’s packaging, or whatever. Now, by eating local you can get something that’s truly different in terms of variety or quality.
Number Five: Eating local contributes to the local economy. The typical average farmer only gets 20 cents out of each dollar that’s spent in the supermarket. The rest of it goes to marketing. Then, the typical farmer only keeps about 10 to 15 cents of that, the rest goes to fertilizer, feed, and fuel. It’s stuff that goes out of the community again. When you buy it directly from the local farmer, the farmer gets 100% of it.
My Number Four reason: Eating local makes it possible for farmers to continue to farm good productive land. Because if you’re willing to pay the full cost of food, then that makes it possible for the farmer to stay on that piece of land. We’re losing a million acres of farmland a year. You may say, well, that’s not much, but an acre lost to development, covered up in concrete or streets or roads, is an acre lost forever.
Number Three: Reconnecting. We reconnect the farmers with the customers, and the customer, through the farmer, back to the land. The industrial food system depends on impersonal relationships — that’s the only way you can maximize the efficiency is to get people to make impersonal transactions with each other, so that you go to a lower and lower cost level. But by nature, those impersonal transactions end up disconnecting us from each other. That’s the cause of the rising incivility within our society today — crime rates, drug abuse, all of these things are related back to our growing disconnectedness. We’re still as dependent upon the land as we were when we were a society of hunters and gatherers, but our connections are so indirect and complex we don’t realize it. We need to reconnect with the land, and eating local is a critical place to start that reconnecting process.
My Number Two point: Eating local can help us restore integrity to the food system. When we develop those personal connections with each other, around food, then we begin to have personal relationships that are dependent upon integrity. What I mean by integrity is: honesty, fairness, compassion, responsibility, respect. If you’re dealing face-to-face with someone, those things have to be there. That’s what we’ve lost in our food system today. That’s what we need to restore.
My most important reason is: By restoring integrity to the food system, we can begin to restore sustainability to the whole of American society. Through the food that we buy, we begin to see the value of relationships. We see the importance of the earth, of our connection with the earth. We begin to see that the critical problems that we’re facing are a reflection of our disconnectedness. It’s a reflection of the loss of integrity within the system.
Each step that we take toward eating more locally is a step toward a new sustainable society. You say: how can we ever do it, with global corporations, political influence, and all of that. But folks, you know the current food system wasn’t built on a government decree or dictate or fiat or whatever, this system was created one by one.
One by one, as consumers — good consumers — each of us decided they were going to buy something different. We transformed what was a local, connected food system into an industrial, global, disconnected food system. And one by one, we can change this system into whatever we want it to be.
This new food system will be very different from the one we have today. If I had to make my guess as to what it will be, it will be a network of local food systems. We can create a global network of local food systems, but we have to build those local, community food systems one by one. One by one, we can transform the food system into what we want it to be and what we know it ultimately must be.
The new sustainable food system will depend more than anything else upon integrity of relationships. Integrity of relationships depends on the rightness of relationships. And the rightness of relationships is defined within the context of an order that’s higher than us. It’s a recognition that there’s something that transcends us. And that we are part of that bigger thing. And when we act with integrity, we act in harmony with that system.
I would say that eating local may seem like a little thing, but it’s a suggestion that we can begin to create relationships with integrity. And within those relationships, we’ll begin to discover a deeper sense of our responsibility: toward the earth, toward life, toward people. And we’ll begin to understand our responsibility toward something higher than ourselves. And in honesty, fairness, compassion, responsibility, and respect, as we connect, we will connect also not just with each other, but also with the spiritual, the moral. By eating local, by restoring integrity to the food system and to the society, we’ll again arrive at a state on earth that is genuinely human.
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I just visited the Yahoo Trip Planner Beta and was pleasantly surprised with this new portal feature on Yahoo travel. The new beta makes trip planning easy by allowing you to search on trips that other traveler have already taken. You can search on previous traveler itineraries and copy what others have done or create your on trip from scratch. The Yahoo! Search blog recently had this to say about Trip Planner:
"Trip Planner is a new tool that helps you organize your travel research from Yahoo! Travel and all over the Web to a trip plan. Save hotels, attractions, and useful web sites into your trip plan, then add your own notes, tags, driving directions and more. When you're done, you can share your trip with a few friends or with the entire Yahoo! Travel community."
I will definitely use this new travel search to help brainstorm and plan upcoming trips, since thinking of new places to visit can sometimes be a barrier in planning a distinctive trip.
To read the blogosphere buzz on the debut of the Yahoo Trip Planner Beta check out the posts on John Battelle's Searchblog, Zoli's Blog, Search Engine Watch Blog, Bleeding Edge, SearchViews and NewMedia Report.
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- Personality type: INFJ
- Enneagram: 1w2
- Birth date: Unknown
- Series: Game of Thrones
- Zodiac: Cancer (most likely)
We explore Daenerys Targaryen’s personality type, best personality matches, zodiac sign and Enneagram type. Daenerys Targaryen was a fictional character from Game of Thrones.
Daenerys was the Queen of the Andals and the First Men and the twenty-first ruler of the Seven Kingdoms, the Khaleesi of the Great Grass Sea, and the Queen of Meereen.
She was the only daughter of King Aerys II Targaryen and Queen Rhaella Targaryen, who were both ousted from the Iron Throne during Robert’s Rebellion. Initially, Daenerys was timid and obedient but, after her brother sold her to Khal Drogo at a young age, she gathered confidence.
After an unusual start including their arranged marriage and language barrier, Khal Drogo and Daenerys grew to love each other over time.
Following Khal Drogo’s death, Daenerys claimed her title as the ‘Mother of Dragons’ and went on a journey to reclaim the Iron Throne and rule the Seven Kingdoms. Daenerys was unsuccessful and was eventually killed by her nephew, Jon Snow. Jon then passed the Iron Throne to Bran Stark.
Which personality type was Daenerys Targaryen?
Daenerys Targaryen was an INFJ personality type. She intuitively understood others and could naturally detect their motivations. Being so in touch with people’s emotions, INFJs can even know how someone else is feeling before that person knows it themself.
Daenerys was sensitive and reserved but she wasn’t afraid to stand up for her values when it was something that she cared deeply about, such as regaining the throne of the
Daenerys had a talent for language and was generally expressive, at least on a surface level. As an INFJ, she had a vivid inner life, but people of this personality type are known for being exceptionally private.
While Daenerys was quiet and sensitive, she was also a good leader. With strong ideals, she was known for her kindness and empathy.
What were Daenerys Targaryen’s best personality matches?
On So Syncd, these personality matches are considered ‘golden pairs’ because they have just the right amount of similarities to understand each other and just the right amount of differences to create that spark.
Read our blog post to learn more about INFJ compatibility.
Which zodiac sign was Daenerys Targaryen?
Daenerys Targaryen was a Cancer zodiac sign, which belongs to the Water element of astrology, along with Pisces and Scorpio. The symbol of Cancer is a crab, which represents a protective nature.
As a Cancer zodiac sign, Daenerys was deeply loyal and could be relied upon to follow through. She went above and beyond to help those that she loves and Cancers are typically one of the most devoted zodiac signs. Daenerys had a unique ability to empathize with people around her.
Which Enneagram type was Daenerys Targaryen?
Daenerys Targaryen was an Enneagram One personality type with a Two wing. Enneagram Ones belong to the body centre, along with Eights and Nines, and they naturally make decisions based on gut instinct.
Daenerys liked to feel in control, particularly of her physical environment. For Enneagram Ones, freedom and independence are important.
As an Enneagram One, Daenerys was wise, realistic and practical. She had a clear sense of what was right and wrong. People of the Enneagram One personality type often have a mission that they are working towards. Structured and conscientious, Daenerys aimed for perfection in all areas of her life.
Daenerys Targaryen quotes
“All men must die, but we are not men.”
“I will answer injustice with justice.”
“It seems to me that a queen who trusts no one is as foolish as a queen who trusts everyone.”
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Peter Holz is a multi-platinum selling, ARIA winning mixer, producer and songwriter based in Sydney, Australia. He is one of Australia’s premier mixing engineers whose credits include Gang Of Youths, Peking Duk, Vance Joy and many others.
I am a musician from Portugal and i play several intruments like guitar,bass and piano. I love to make and produce music. For me a music album is a piece of art and it shouldnt be a copy of another album. Above all i apreciate original material no matter the style of music. I always look foward to work with diferent people.
Graduated from prestigious Full Sail University I am a very professional Engineer, extremely passionate about each and every project I get involved in. Have worked with mayor Latin recording Artists like Juan Gabriel, Alvaro Torres and many more
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A unique and versatile cycling shoe cleverly disguised as an urban sneaker. - Casual sneaker-style design for everyday cycling life - Hidden inner shank plate transfers power to the pedals. - Shock-absorbing EVA mid sole maximizes walking comfort - Easy cleat installation - Optimized for SPD and Shimano CLICK'R pedal systems
Women's indoor SPD cycling shoes with the comfort, walkability, and style of a sneaker. - Breathable, comfortable sock mesh upper designed for hard workouts - Easily open, tighten, and adjust fit with a single Boa L6 dial - Mid-length plate provides pedaling stability while maintaining off-the-bike comfort - Shock-absorbing EVA mid sole maximizes walking comfort - Women's specific higher volume last for a natural, comfortable fit - Easy SPD cleat installation
High-performance XC MTB racing shoe with advanced fit and pedaling technologies. FEATURES - Integrated seamless midsole and upper construction set a new level of fit, stability and lightweight performance. - Off-set center flap mounted BOA L6 dial creates a sleeker profile with quick adjustments. - Surround wrapping upper structure reduces overlap and provides a glove-like fit. - Rubber XC racing pattern outsole promotes stable pedal engagement and secure walking grip. - Low stack height midsole stabilizes foot and maximizes power transfer efficiency. - Perforated synthetic leather composite upper enables superior fit and breathability. - Lightweight glass fiber reinforced nylon sole for power transfer.
Premium Downhill/Enduro shoe for flat pedals with superb grip, enhanced protection, and walkability. - High-grip Michelin rubber outsole - Armored lace shield provides extra protection from debris - Robust toe cap for additional toe protection - Asymmetrically raised padded ankle collar and sidewall sole for added protection - Speed lacing system allows fast, secure adjustments - Materials absorb less water and dry quickly
OFF-ROAD RACING SHOES FOR COMFORT AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE. FEATURES - Ultra-rigid, lightweight carbon fiber reinforced midsole. - Supple high-density synthetic leather with perforated venting for superior fit. - Dual independent Boa L6 dials allow quick, micro tension adjustments. - Adjustable powerzone wire guide holds forefoot securely. - Exclusive MICHELIN high-traction, mud-shedding tread pattern outsole. - Dual-density rubber compounds provide the right balance of grip, durability, and flexibility. - Reinforced spike mount for extreme conditions, 18 mm spike option. - Closure: 1 Boa (L6), Power boost wire guide - Upper Material: Synthetic leather - Outsole Material: Rubber - Midsole Material: Carbon fiber reinforced nylon - Standard insole: Adaptable cup insole
S-PHYRE track racing shoes. Microfiber Synthetic Leather Lighter, stronger and more durable than natural leathers External Heel Cup External curved heel cup suppresses foot twist and roll Carbon Sole/Mid Sole Carbon fiber composite sole/mid sole Hollow-Channel Lightweight, ultra-rigid hollow outsole Wider Cleat Adjustment Expands range for mounting cleats - Reinforced upper and closure minimizes foot movement and provides greater control of power transmission - Stretch-resistant microfiber synthetic leather upper - Low-profile Boa L6 dial with power boost wire guide - Tailored to sprinters, T.T., and Criterium specialists
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The Partnership for Recovery and Resilience was launched in 2018. It is actively promoting a “New Way of Working” (NWOW), a comprehensive approach that brings together collective efforts to address security, humanitarian, peacebuilding and development challenges in South Sudan. The NWOW grew out of the realisation that the humanitarian approach alone cannot by itself resolve the multiple and complex drivers of vulnerability that erode the copying capacity of people, communities and institutions in South Sudan.
This innovative platform brings together multiple international and national stakeholders to work jointly on local solutions and to advocate for and implement projects and programs to reduce vulnerability, build resilience and the capacity of institutions. Currently membership includes UN Agencies, Funds and Programs, UNMISS, Donors, International organisations, NGOs, local government, community representatives and private sector.
In 2022, the Partnership for Recovery and Resilience was extended to include peacebuilding. Its name then changed from Partnership for Recovery and Resilience to Partnership for Peace, Recovery and Resilience (PfPRR).
The partnership serves the UN in South Sudan, donors, international and national organisations and their partners as a platform for developing and implementing the Peace, Humanitarian and Development (PHD) nexus approach, or triple nexus approach.
Since then, an 11-member Steering Committee made up of senior-level partner representatives was established to oversee activities. The Steering Committee is the main platform for decision-making and conducts high-level dialogue, promotes coordination, outreach and alignment of interventions. See ToR annexed to the Framework
Note that individual projects and programs aligned to the Partnership have their own governance and accountability arrangements and coordinate with the local partnership committees in the areas where they operate.
In 2019, the Steering Committee launched the Partnership for Recovery and Resilience Framework that articulates its vision for resilience as the individuals, communities and institutions in South Sudan move towards self-reliance and transition to development as set out in the Theory of Change. See Theory of Change annexed to the Framework
The Partnership for Recovery and Resilience facilitates bottom-up solutions at the individual, household and community levels while also working closely with local authorities and institutions; it applies flexibility in its approach, champions local ownership and integrates conflict sensitivity in all aspects of its work. This allows it to develop new, inclusive ways of doing business to better help communities adapt and cope with the multiple shocks they face.
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ComEd Customers Can Now Receive Text Message Alerts for Outages
If you live in Illinois and get your electricity delivered by ComEd, you can now get text message alerts on your cell phone to notify you of outages in your area and provide estimates of how long you’ll be without power.
Delivery customers of the utility meaning anyone who receives electricity service in ComEd’s territory regardless of whether electricity is bought from the utility or from an alternative retail electric supplier may opt into the new program, which automatically sends text messages to customers in areas experiencing power losses. According to ComEd, texts will be sent out about 30 minutes after an outage is confirmed.
The first part of the outage notification service might be a little redundant while you’re at home, as you can imagine, but the real benefit is the follow-up texts that will let you know when a crew is dispatched to fix the problem and when you can expect to have power restored. You’ll also get a text if the restore time changes and a final text once power has been restored.
ComEd said it will send a maximum of seven texts per day to each customer. Here’s hoping you never need that many.
If you decide to opt into the program, make sure you have a text messaging plan with your cell phone provider. The program itself is free but your carrier’s normal text messaging rates will still apply.
For more information or to sign up for the outage notification service, visit www.comed.com.
ComEd Offers Outage Alerts Via Text, Romeoville Patch, Jan. 12, 2012.
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Richie returns to his unit and learns that Sergeant Simpson has finally gone home. The new squad sergeant, Dongan, is a racist who consistently puts Black soldiers in the most dangerous positions during patrols. Lobel approaches Peewee and Richie to tell them that he is on their side if a serious race problem breaks out within the squad. Richie receives a letter from Peewee’s old girlfriend, Earlene, apologizing for marrying another man. Afraid that Peewee will find the letter and be hurt all over again, Richie burns it. Kenny writes and reports that he has taken a part-time job. He also mentions that Johnny Robinson, a neighborhood boy, has been killed in Vietnam. Richie is shocked that someone who looked so young could have been in Vietnam.
The Vietnamese allies find a woman walking with two children along the rice paddies surrounding the base camp. American soldiers bring her to the camp, but there is no interpreter around to question her. Most of the American soldiers are sympathetic to the mother, thinking that she is being unfairly detained at their camp. Peewee hurries to make the woman’s children a doll out of grass. Just as he finishes the doll, the woman hands one of her children to a soldier. Seconds later, the child explodes in the soldier’s arms, killing him. The child had been equipped with mines by his mother, made into a weapon, and sacrificed. The American soldiers then shoot down the woman and her second child.
Johnson tells Richie that Dongan approached him to inquire whether Lobel was a homosexual. Johnson reports that he did not give an answer, since he feels that what Lobel does in bed is not his concern. Johnson considers each man fighting by his side an appreciated ally. Richie reflects that Johnson is a born leader who has also learned much by fighting alongside others.
Tensions between the American soldiers and their Vietnamese allies heighten when a Vietnamese colonel insists that the Americans try to capture a crucial hill. Richie’s company climbs the hill without encountering enemy soldiers and then returns to regroup with the Vietnamese soldiers. When they climb the hill again, the Vietnamese soldiers take the lead. This time, enemy soldiers attack the squad members. The squad attempts to secure a nearby village in order to evacuate the area, and Dongan is killed during the fight.
Richie’s company has still not been evacuated, but he and his fellow squad members know they need to leave as soon as possible because a North Vietnamese battalion is coming to the village. The company strips the tags and gear off dead American soldiers and burns the bodies. One soldier is still alive, but his wounds are clearly mortal, so one of his friends shoots him out of mercy while everyone scrambles to escape. All of the dead soldiers’ identification tags are lost in the confusion. Richie imagines writing a letter to the families of the dead, telling them how their sons’ bodies were burned in the forest while their comrades fled in fear and panic. During the race to the choppers, Jamal freezes in sudden panic until Gearhart shouts at him to start moving again. Richie feels as if there is someone else in his body running for his life. He wishes he could watch the rest of the war like a movie.
One of the most torturous aspects of war is the common soldier’s lack of control over his life. We feel this utter helplessness of the soldier in the face of fate vividly when the army forces Richie to return to his unit after a peaceful period of recuperation. He desperately wants to avoid this fate, feeling that he is psychologically and emotionally unable to face any more combat. Yet he has no choice but to return, since he has effectively relinquished control over his life upon joining the army. The soldiers are similarly helpless in the face of the dangerous careerism of men like Captain Stewart and the racism of Sergeant Dongan. Stewart forces his company to take the most dangerous missions so that he can be promoted to major, and Dongan forces minority soldiers in his squad to take the most dangerous jobs because he considers them expendable. Though the soldiers know that Dongan’s treatment of the Black soldiers is unfair and that Stewart’s treatment of the entire company is selfish, they cannot change these men’s decisions. The army is a rigid hierarchy in which inferiors can never question or challenge the orders of superiors.
The camaraderie among the members of the squad begins to overcome their social prejudices. Lobel declares that he will side with the Black soldiers against the racist Dongan should the need arise. Monaco displays similar loyalty to the Black soldiers. Johnson is indifferent toward Lobel’s sexual orientation, declaring that any soldier who fights beside him is an ally, regardless of his personal preferences. This statement of tolerance illustrates the squad members’ need to support one another, despite their differences. By living and fighting so closely, the soldiers become able to look past superficial differences and appreciate one another for their fundamental human qualities. Richie says that they are “trying to keep each other alive,” suggesting that they fully appreciate each other’s humanity above anything else.
Myers also suggests that wartime standards of morality are dramatically different from civilian standards of morality. The incident with the exploding child reminds us that there are aspects of war that are unthinkable during peacetime. In the madness of the war, a mother will sacrifice even her own child for the sake of killing just one enemy soldier. The incident redraws the blurred lines between the side of good and the side of bad, as the American soldiers believe that their side would never encourage a mother to use her child as a weapon. In this sense, the incident helps the soldiers regain the feeling that they are on the side of good. Yet the incident does not satisfy Richie’s questions about the moral ambiguity of war. After all, the mother would never have been compelled to perform such a horrible action if the Americans were not fighting in Vietnam. Like all the other portrayals of battle in the novel, the mother’s sacrifice of her child neither condemns nor justifies the war in Vietnam, but it raises a new set of difficult and important questions.
The loss of the dead soldiers’ dog tags has similarly profound repercussions for Richie’s emotional state. The loss of these tags is highly symbolic: with the bodies burned and the dog tags lost, there is literally nothing left of the soldiers who have died. Their identities have been erased as if they never existed at all. Richie instantly recognizes that the event represents the tragedy of any lost soldier. Although the idealized version of war may claim that each soldier dies with dignity and meaning, in reality most soldiers die in obscurity, with no meaning behind their deaths other than bad luck. Every soldier’s situation is almost as drastic as that of the soldiers whose bodies and dog tags are lost forever—their sacrifices are anonymous and quickly forgotten.
Ace your assignments with our guide to Fallen Angels!
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Domestic violence is defined by the Florida Statute 741.28, as “any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another family or household member.”
A household member can be a spouse (or former spouse), individuals related by blood or marriage, people who reside together as a family (or who have resided together in the past), and people who are parents of a child in common.
Acts Covered Under Domestic Violence Criminal Laws
In general, any violent crime could be considered domestic violence, but it is the relationship between the perpetrator and the victim that is the defining characteristic. There are, however, some crimes that tend to occur more often than others when it comes to domestic violence:
- Sexual assault
Domestic violence battery in Florida is considered a first-degree misdemeanor, which can lead to a potential jail sentence of one year and a fine of up to $1,000.
Additionally to the penalties previously described, a Domestic Battery conviction also results in a minimum mandatory five days in jail if any injury was caused, and mandatory completion of a 29-week Batterers Intervention Program (a six-month intensive program designed to address the root cause of domestic violence and prevent participants from committing such acts in the future).
Furthermore, if convicted of Domestic Battery, people are not eligible to have a criminal record sealed or expunged, with no exceptions, and any weapons permit would be revoked.
In the State of Florida, victims are allowed to petition for an injunction for protection against domestic violence. An injunction is an order of protection that restrains a household member from being in the same vicinity as the victim.
With an injunction, the perpetrator is legally obligated to stay away from the victim´s home, school, work, and vehicle. They cannot return to a shared home, make contact with the victim, even through a third party.
If the perpetrator violates the domestic violence injunction, they will probably face a first-degree misdemeanor charge.
Defense Against Domestic Violence.
Unfortunately, in some cases, spouses use false or inflated claims of domestic violence. However, in Florida, domestic violence battery is a defendable charge, with the most common defenses being:
- Absence of injuries
- Vindictive victim
- Factual disputes about the underlying incident
Consider that depending on the circumstances, one case can vary greatly from another, thereby producing different outcomes. A diligent attorney is needed to work against the long-term consequences of domestic abuse allegations. If you or a loved one has been accused of Domestic Violence, call the Spatz Law Firm, PL at 305-442-0200 to discuss your case with Russell Spatz, an experienced domestic violence defense attorney.
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This world is yet to know or understand about the CREATOR (RACHTA - PARMATMA) and the CREATION (RACHNA-ATMA). We as a soul are all creations but we have not been able to consider ourselves as SOUL. We still consider ourselves as body hence the weakness is still there which is infused by the vices i.e. Mayavi Raavan. God is the creator (RACHAITA) because He is the Supreme Soul (SHIV PITA PARMATMA) because nobody has seen Him. No one has been able to see a soul nor the Supreme Soul. Therefore, when the souls are tired and unhappy and want to meet Godfather Shiv, they call Him for help. Godfather Shiv has to come on earth by listening to the cries of the soul/people. Godfather Shiv comes on earth by adopting the body of a human being named Dada Lekh Raj Kriplani and conveys His message to the world in the form of Murli which in fact are the words of wisdom conveyed by Godfather Shiv and not yet understood by the human beings.
The Mayavi Raavan has made the human beings sleep like Kumbhakaran and thus they remain ignorant. The people also remain ignorant because they are involved in bhakti marg (narrow gauge) and are unable to change their path i.e. gyan marg (broad gauge). The education of RAJAYOG is being imparted by Godfather Shiv but through Brahma Baba (Lekh Raj Kriplani) for every human souls on earth but there are only few souls who identify Godfather Shiv conveying His message through deity Brahma (Lekh Raj Kriplani) and thus are unable to identify or understand Godfather Shiv. Since Godfather Shiv is invisible hence is not being recognized by ordinary person. Unless one gets to study Rajayog, one cannot know Him or see Him.
If every soul tries to visit the Brahma Kumaris center near to their home, they will get to study the Murli on daily basis and at least continuous study for one year or two years (one hour daily) is required to understand GODFATHER SHIV. Becoming a student of Godly University or the student of Praja Pita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya (Brahma Kumaris centers) in India or abroad, one will get to see or understand GOD SHIV. One cannot meet God Shiv by following the bhakti marg or doing kirtan or bhajan. I do not say this. This is revealed by Godfather Shiv only. But people do fail on account of purity because the humans are unable to control their vices and thus fail on account of purity.
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Energy Healing 30 mins (CAD$)
- 30 min30 minutes
- 150 Canadian dollars$150
- Zoom or by Phone
Giselle has traveled all over the world to train with/and experience Master Energy Healers over the past 10 years. She has learned many different forms of Energy and Spiritual Healing. Here are just a few, Reiki Master (US), Spiritual Healing (US and Canada), Magnetic Healing from a Psychic Surgeon in the Philippines, Energy Healing from a Balinese Master. She will use whatever method is most beneficial to you at this point in your life.
80 Winners Circle, Toronto, ON, Canada
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A unique project "13 Chefs" has been held in Lviv.
For two consecutive years now a unique project "13 Chefs" has been held in Lviv. It aims to unite chefs of our city. Andriy Valovyy – director for the development and international cooperation of the Cookery Experts Association "West Chef Group", founder and member of the board of Ukrainian Cookery Alliance is a facilitator of this project. It takes place as a close event and consists of several culinary evenings, arranged by each of 13 chefs-participants. Each event is evaluated by the colleagues according to the following criteria: cuisine localness (origin of the product is important for the evaluation; the highest points are assigned to those chefs, who try to use local products for cooking), unique and beautiful serving of dishes, harmonic combination of dishes and beverages, general atmosphere of the event. Scoring is anonymous and results of gastronomic competition are announced at dinner party. Culinary event is held once a month at the territory of one of 13 contestants. Besides the participants and organizers of the event, there are also media representatives and culinary connoisseurs.
This year, one of the participants of "13 Chefs" project is Roman Shchurko – a chef of fusion restaurant Split, who has fifteen years of experience. On October 16, at 6:30 PM, the chef will host participants of the project at new fusion restaurant and will give the benefit of his mastery to the colleagues. According to the project rules, during the event the chef shall arrange 5-6 courses and manage to combine them perfectly with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
We would like to remind that Roman Shchurko is an author of culinary masterpieces of Pan-Asian cuisine of the new fusion restaurant Split. Unique and unimaginable combinations of products and flavours, traditional dishes in courageous and extravagant interpretation – all these are the talent and professionalism of one of the best chefs in Lviv.
Get the latest news and events in Split Club
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August was quickly approaching, and given the meager snow conditions in central Oregon, Dan, Joe and I opted to bail on our scheduled trip into the Middle Sister and instead head to Mt Hood for a couple of days of riding. Dan arrived at my house at noon, and we loaded up gear and headed out shortly thereafter. Traffic was decent on I5 with only one major slowdown, and we arrived in the climber’s lot a little after 3:00 pm, where Joe was waiting. To all of our surprise, it started to rain as we got out of the car, but it quickly turned to a mist and then stopped a few minutes later.
We shouldered our packs, carried our skis, and made the short walk up the trail to the snow’s end. Given the hot summer, I was pretty stoked at how far down the snow went in the canyon —- it would only be a couple hundred yard walk to the parking lot.
We started skinning up the Mile Canyon, and made it about half way up before getting hassled by ski patrol who told us we weren’t allowed to skin in the area even though it 4:00 pm and well after they were closed. It looked like they were taking down the last camp, and had quite a few cats running. We agreed to skin to the side and avoid the cats and headed on up, working our way into the Palmer Canyon, then onto the Palmer proper before making our way to the top around 6:00 pm.
Although it was quite a different experience than sitting at the Prouty Saddle on July 31st like we’ve been accustomed to, we all knew the turns would be better here on this day. We put our beer on ice, then set about removing skins and getting ready to ski down. My beer of choice for our run was a tasty Hazy IPA from Full Sail Brewing Co.
After enjoying our beers and a quick snack, it was time to drop in. I headed down first, and made some pretty sweet turns on the upper Palmer before setting up to shoot some shots of Dan and Joe as they came down…
Halfway down the Palmer, Dan grabbed the camera and returned the favor, shooting several shots of me harvesting the evening corn, including the ones below…
At the mid-station, we were stoked to see a groomer coming up with his tiller down, laying a nice track of corduroy behind him. We waited for him to pass, and then it was game on!
We skied down to the intersection of the Palmer and Mile canyons, and enjoyed the grooming all the way down. Unfortunately, the Mile wasn’t groomed, but it still skied really nicely in the soft snow and cat tracks.
We waited at the top of the Mile for a few minutes for one of the many cats to pass, then headed down, skiing all the way back to the end of the snow a few hundred yards from the lodge.
At the bottom of the snow, we made the short walk back to the cars, and celebrated by enjoying a cold beer in the parking lot. My second offering was a Summer Honey seasonal ale from Big Sky Brewing Company.
By the time we had the gear loaded in the cars and our beer drank, it was time to think about a spot to camp for the evening. After looking around, we settled on the White River Snowpark, which I like due to the really nice view of the mountain. Once we had our camp setup, we cooked up some tasty brats for dinner, before hitting the sack in anticipation of getting August turns in the morning. After bidding the skiers goodnight, I crawled into my Outback and fell asleep shortly after my head hit the pillow, stoked from a great day of turns on the last day of July.
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After a fun weekend leading the avalanche class, I was back on the hill the following Saturday for another patrol day in February. As usual, Shaun and I showed up early and unloaded our gear in the patrol room before parking the car and getting ready for the morning meeting.
The morning started off nicely, and I headed out to help open Twilight by taking a sled up the lift. After making a run back down to base, I headed up on EPA and opened RTS, which was in good condition. The rest of the morning was spent making turns and doing various patrol work, before I headed in for lunch a few minutes early so I could meet Julie who was bringing up Carson to ski for the afternoon.
Right about noon and just on time, Carson and Julie showed up and pulled into patrol. I helped Carson get his skis and gear out, and we got him situated in the patrol room before saying goodbye to Julie who was heading back down the hill.
A few minutes later Carson and I headed out and he was ready to rip. After making a run or two off of EPA, we headed over to Peak 2 and skied down Boundary Pass and then Where’s Waldo. Next we sampled Escalator before heading back over to the front to make turns down Eagle’s Flight and Good Time Charlie.
Fortunately for me, it was a slow day from the patrol perspective, and we only had a few incidents that needed management, so Carson and I were able to ski together most of the afternoon. Before we knew it, it was time for Peak 2 sweep so we made our way to the top of the lift.
Carson was excited to get to help sweep, and we took Boundary for our sweeping assignment. Shaun was sweeping Escalator, so he headed down upper Boundary with us and Ken was gracious enough to snap a picture of all three of us together on the run.
After sweeping Peak 2, we headed over to EPA. I snapped a few pictures of patrol just before upper mountain sweep started, and then we headed down. Carson and I headed in ahead of lower mountain sweep so I could review incident reports and get the bean dip going, and soon after the rest of the patrol started to trickle into the patrol room.
After clearing the mountain and calling dispatch, we held a quick evening meeting and then it was time to enjoy the bean dip and crack open a few beers. My beer of choice for the evening was a tasty Hazematic Hazy IPA from Ninkasi Brewing, and it was quite refreshing after a good day of skiing.
Eventually the bean dip was completely consumed, and folks started to trickle out to the parking lot to head home. Once everyone had left, I locked up the patrol room, made a few notes for the crew coming up on Sunday, and grabbed Shaun, Carson and our gear and loaded the truck to head back to the valley, happy with another fun day of patrolling at the Pass.
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Cristiano Ronaldo's other half Georgina Rodriguez owns world's first special edition car
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Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez was the first person in Spain to own a new special edition car.
Five-time Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo and influencer other half Rodriguez have quite the car collection, made up of an array of expensive supercars.
But a recent addition was the Smart #1 SUV, an electric four-seater which Georgina is in love with due its versatility and mobility.
Rodriguez, who was born in Argentina but raised in Spain, was among the first people in the world to own the vehicle - as per Mundo Deportivo.
She has been seen driving it in the second season of her Netflix series 'I am Georgina', and allowing her friend to take the wheel while in the car with her sister Ivana.
However, she did encounter a slight issue with the modern technology when she left the electric car on charge.
The car is very much limited edition, with just 1,000 units made in Europe. It has a range of 273 miles (440 km), 19 inch wheels, a checkered design, a platinum Gold roof and is also said to have LED lighting which has 64 different colours and 20 intensity levels.
It has a rumoured price of £41,200, which isn't exactly cheap but it nowhere near the most extortionate car Ronaldo and Rodriguez have in their garage.
Georgina bought her beau a £600,000 Mercedes G Wagon for his 35th birthday and a Cadillac Escalade for his 37th birthday. She also forked out on a £250,000 Rolls Royce for the most recent Christmas, a purchase which was branded "pornographic" by Spanish politician.
However, she was made to sit in the backseat when the couple went out on a date night in Madrid in December.
Ronaldo's other supercars include: Ferrari F430, Lamborghini Aventador, Maserati GranCabrio, Bugatti Centodieci, Bentley Continental GTC and McLaren Senna.
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"Weird man!" - Edwin van der Sar's past comments on Erik ten Hag re-emerge after Ajax exit
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Edwin van der Sar’s past comments on Erik ten Hag have re-emerged amid speculation the Manchester United legend could return to Old Trafford.
On Tuesday morning Van der Sar resigned from his post as Ajax's chief executive, having been in the role since 2016.
Ajax have endured a disappointing season, finishing third in the Eredivisie, 12 points behind champions Feyenoord, to miss out on Champions League qualification for the first time since 2009.
Indeed, having been champions for the past two seasons, it was the first time the Amsterdam club had not finished outside the Eredivisie’s top two for 14 years.
In turn, Van der Sar announced his resignation, saying in a statement: "We have experienced wonderful things together, but it has also been an incredibly tough period.
"I feel the need to take some distance, to get some rest, and to do other things. It doesn't feel good to take decisions about the future of this wonderful club in the coming period. That is why I have decided to resign."
Amid the 52-year-old’s Ajax departure, fans have speculated whether Van der Sar could return to United.
Van der Sar on Ten Hag
In October, Van der Sar dismissed suggestions he could return to United, the club where he spent the final six seasons of his playing career.
Meanwhile, while there appears to be much respect between the pair, Van der Sar’s past comments on United boss Ten Hag suggest that a reunion between them is perhaps not imminent.
Speaking to BT Sport in September, after United signed Antony and Lisandro Martinez from Ajax, Van der Sar claimed Ten Hag was not helping Ajax.
On Ten Hag, who managed Ajax for five successful years, Van der Sar said: “So, of course, we're losing Erik. We knew we were losing already a great manager. And yeah, he's not really helping us.
“Of course, he took two of our best players also [Antony and Martinez], we got a good transfer fee for them. And of course, that is the fate a little bit that Ajax has.”
Months earlier, during Ajax’s title celebrations in 2022, Van der Sar took time to pay tribute to Ajax's departing boss, and also called him a “weird man”.
Van der Sar said via 90min: "Erik...sometimes I thought 'you are a weird man'. But you surpassed all expectations. Dominant football, semi-final Champions League, and league titles.
"You will leave for a club that is close to my heart. I wish you all the best there. Thank you, Erik ten Hag!"
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Jerry Jones Can Still Save the Dallas Cowboys Season if He’s Willing To Admit He Made a Major Mistake
Last season, the Dallas Cowboys looked like the class of the NFC East but struggled down the stretch and missed the playoffs. That fate understandably upset Jerry Jones; the owner and general manager finally decided to change coaches, replacing Jason Garrett with Mike McCarthy, in an effort to turn things around. Through the first seven weeks of the 2020 campaign, however, it’s safe to say that things haven’t gone according to plan.
While the Dallas Cowboys have been nothing short of a disaster this season, there’s still hope for Jerry Jones. If he’s willing to bite the bullet and admit that he made a mistake, the campaign could have a silver lining.
The 2020 Dallas Cowboys have been nothing short of a disaster
Coming into the 2020 campaign, the Dallas Cowboys seemed to be in a pretty decent spot; even if things weren’t perfect, Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott should have been enough to give the club a chance in the weak NFC East. In reality, though, things have collapsed in spectacular fashion.
While the Cowboys offense put up plenty of points at the start of the season, their efforts were undone by a historically-terrible defense. Things weren’t great then, but they’ve still managed to get even worse since.
Dak Prescott, of course, suffered a brutal ankle injury; he’s done for the season and, thanks to Jerry Jones’ offseason negotiations, might never play for the Cowboys again. Andy Dalton took over at quarterback but, after suffering a concussion against Washington, could spend some time on the sidelines.
Beyond those unfortunate injuries, the Cowboys have become the stereotypical example of a dysfunctional squad. Anonymous players are complaining about Mike McCarthy; at the same time, the coach seems to be denying that there are any major issues. If things continue at this rate, missing the playoffs will be the least of Jerry Jones’ worries.
Colin Cowherd thinks Jerry Jones needs to step up
When a team is playing as poorly as the Dallas Cowboys, something has to give. Colin Cowherd thinks that he knows exactly what change is necessary: Jerry Jones has to fire Mike McCarthy.
While there’s something to be said for having patience—you can’t fire a coach every time there’s a losing streak—you can see the logic behind Cowherd’s stance. The NFC East may be a terrible division, but the Dallas Cowboys don’t have much to play for; even if Andy Dalton, Ben DiNucci, or someone else leads them to the postseason, Dallas doesn’t have a legitimate shot of going anywhere close to the Super Bowl.
If that’s the case and you’re ready to write off the season, you need to at least make those losses worthwhile. Whether that means letting young players get experience, changing the coaching staff and letting someone new have a ‘preseason’ before making personnel decision in the spring, or anything else, there’s very little to be gained by going 5-12 and simply trying again next season.
Jerry Jones admitting he made a mistake would change everything for the Dallas Cowboys
If Jerry Jones does decide to bite the bullet and replace Mike McCarthy, that would be enough to give Dallas Cowboys fans everywhere hope. That’s not because of the head coach himself, though; Jones admitting a mistake could signal the end of a major issue in Big D.
While there’s plenty of blame to go around in the Cowboys organization, Jerry Jones has been the one constant. His dual role as both general manager and owner gives him a unique license to make poor decisions; no matter how many mistakes he makes, no one other than Jerry himself can remove him from the role. That’s left the franchise trapped in limbo for years, unable to get back to their glory days of the 1990s.
If Jones were to stand up, admit he made a mistake by hiring Mike McCarthy (or at least allowing Mike McCarthy to bring in defensive coordinator Mike Nolan), that would be a step in the right direction. Although changing coaches would still fall well short of bringing in a proper general manager, it would symbolize somewhat of a new attitude; rightly or wrongly, it can seem like Jones is more concerned with showing how much he knows about football than he is with building the best team possible.
As always, Jerry Jones holds the fate of the Dallas Cowboys in his hands. If recent history is any indication, though, there’s no reason to expect a drastic change anytime soon.
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Western Premium BBQ Mini Logs - The ideal barbecue fuel for large smokers. These miniature wood logs are a great way to add wood smoke flavor when cooking on large grills and smokers. The larger size lasts longer than chips or chunks when cooking over an extended period of time or in greater quantities. 100% natural, the logs are kiln dried to reduce moisture content for faster starting times. Logs are approximately 6 in to 8 in long. Can be used in charcoal grills and open fires as well. Approximately 40 lb bag.
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After winning the 11th Bundesliga title, Bayern Munich has sacked CEO Oliver Kahn and director Hasan Salihamidzic. As per reports, The Bayern Munich ownership group decided to fire two key members of the team immediately after beating Koln 2-1 in the final game of the 2022-23 season.
Salihamidžić was appointed sporting director of Bayern Munich on July 31 2017. While Kahn joined the executive board of FC Bayern Munich on January 1 2020. Then six months later, it was announced that Kahn would new the CEO of Bayern Munich as he succeeded the retiring Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
As reportedly football insider, Fabrizio Romano, " FC Bayern are set to sack both Oliver Kahn as CEO and Hasan Salihamidzić as director as part of the revolution for the next season. The decision is expected to be official soon after winning the Bundesliga title."
Check out the tweet here:
The news was later confirmed by Bayern Munich, who also stated that Kahn will be replaced by Jan-Christian Dreesen with immediate effect. The club released a statement regarding the incident which said, “It was a difficult decision to part ways with Oliver but we came to the conclusion that based on the overall development a restaffing of the top position in the board,” Bayern said.
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) opened their campaign at the sixteenth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Friday, with a match against Gujarat Titans (GT). The MS Dhoni-led team suffered a defeat in their opening fixture as they failed to defend 178. CSK batters, especially Ruturaj Gaikwad did a great job posting 178/7 in their designated 20 overs. However, their bowlers looked clueless against a strong GT batting lineup.
CSK also failed to make good use of the new ‘Impact Player’ rule. Tushar Deshpande, who was brought in as the impact player, replacing Ambati Rayudu leaked the most number of runs. The right-arm pacer ended up conceding 51 runs at an economy rate of 15.30.
Analysing CSK’s third defeat in a row against Gujarat Titans, Virender Sehwag pointed out the tactical blunder made by the four-time champions. The former India cricketer looked baffled at the decision made by MS Dhoni. Sehwag felt that Dhoni did not choose the right Impact Player and also did not utilize his resources well.
"Had Dhoni used an over from Moeen Ali somewhere in the middle, he may not have needed to go to Tushar Deshpande, who was highly expensive. You don't expect MS Dhoni making such mistakes often, but that's where you could use the risk-and-reward approach of using an off-spinner when right-handers are batting," Sehwag said during an interaction on Cricbuzz.
Sehwag was backed by Manoj Tiwary, Dhoni’s former teammate at Rising Pune Super Giants. Tiwary also felt that giving Tushar Deshpande for the last over was an interesting decision from Dhoni.
"I was surprised when they gave the impact substitute Tushar Deshpande the new ball. In domestic cricket, he often bowls in the latter phases of the game. I thought maybe they could have given Rajvardhan Hangargekar the new ball," he said.
Notably, Rajvardhan Hangargekar was the best bowler for CSK on the night as the right-arm pacer picked three wickets at the expense of 36 runs in four overs.
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CrossFit – A Guide for Beginners
There is no way that you haven’t heard of CrossFit. It is the latest workout trend, and you can see it just about anywhere. On the TV, internet, in the gym, even on your way to work. People are talking about it, so it must be good, right? Well, let’s find out.
What is CrossFit?
If you check out the official website (yes, there is an official CrossFit website) you can see that CrossFit is a fitness program, created by Greg Glassman. It combines the best aspects of gymnastics, running, weightlifting and similar sports.
There are no regular gym movements here. CrossFit uses functional movements with high intensity, so the workouts are short and difficult. And believe me when I say difficult. It is all about getting the highest power output in a short time. You do more, and take the heaviest loads in less time than in the gym. So, intensity is the key.
CrossFit also uses data. It is not unusual to see whiteboards and charts in CrossFit gyms. Actually, you should be surprised if there are none. It is all about keeping track, measuring time and performance, all to motivate you to do your best. Simply put, there is no better motivation than beating the clock.
Gyms or Boxes?
Box is the proper term for CrossFit gyms. Why? Simply because they look like concrete boxes. There are no fancy machines here, no TVs, no mirrors or motivational posters. There are only walls, essential equipment (bars, kettlebells, ropes etc.) and of course a whiteboard.
Expect to see some basic gear in your box:
- Bumper/steel plates
- Pull up bar
- Squat box
- Medicine/slam balls
- Jump rope
- Battle rope
- Climbing rope
Related read: 9 Best Adjustable Dumbbells – Top Reviews 2021
Before starting CrossFit, do your homework. You could just go in, but you’ll only end up tired and confused. If you learn the lingo first, you will just get tired.
AMRAP– as many reps (rounds) as possible. For these workouts, the time is predetermined, often 20, 30 minutes. The exercises are predetermined, and you have to do as much as you can in the given time.
AMRAP is a really intense workout. It is challenging for anyone. No matter if you are a beginner or a pro, AMRAP will not give you a break, literally. Besides getting you to hate yourself, and that friend who put you up to trying CrossFit, AMRAP can also:
- Burn fat
- Build strength and muscle
- Increase your stamina and endurance
- Help you improve your technique
- Motivate you
Here is an example of AMRAP, so you can get an idea of what it’s all about:
- Duration – 25 minutes
- Exercises – 15 Push-ups, 10 Kettlebell swings, 10 Wall-balls, 15 crunches.
Related Reading: 10 Best Kettlebells – 2021 Reviews
You would do these exercises without taking a break. After you’ve completed the round, start all over. When the time is up, you can lay down, rest or faint if you want to.
WOD– workout of the day. It is a specific workout that everyone does for this day. They are usually skill and strength based.
Hero WOD– a more difficult option.
Metcon– metabolic conditioning. If you’ve ever thought WODs are though, wait until you get to metcons. Unlike WODs, metcons don’t care much about skills and strength. The main focus here is conditioning, stamina and endurance.
The girls– Hearing, we are doing Fran today, would be weird anywhere else but the CrossFit box. No, it is not what you think. CrossFit workouts have girl’s names.
Keep in mind that these girls aren’t easy, so get your CrossFit shoes on as they will give you a run for your money.
The exercises– there are many exercises that you will do here. Burpees, Snatch, Box Jump, Clean and Jerk, Wall Ball etc. Be prepared to hate them all. There is no need to learn anything before you start, as your coach will explain everything.
What to Wear?
Dressing for CrossFit is just like going out. You don’t want to wear just anything. First, make sure your clothes are comfortable. It’ll get really hot, really fast, so the clothing should be lightweight and breathable. Men can go for shorts and t-shirts, while women should choose shorts or capris, and a tank or cropped top. Ladies, I would recommend investing in a good sports bra.
When it comes to your feet, they need to be extra comfy, and stable. So, your bunny slippers won’t do. Make sure you get a good pair of CrossFit shoes. They need to be lightweight, breathable, firm, and flexible. Also, forget about basketball shoes and similar. You want to be close to the ground, and as stable as possible.
You may even want to invest in some good CrossFit gloves and grips.
If you ever mentioned to someone that you want to do CrossFit, you’ve probably heard how bad for your joints it is, and how you can get seriously injured.
The truth is – CrossFit is no more dangerous than your regular gym. This study was done exactly for that purpose, to show how do CrossFit injuries compare to gym injuries. It concluded that the injury rate in both is almost the same. Means, that CrossFitters get injured just as much as your regular gym junkies.
There is a lot to say about CrossFit safety, as it is really important. You have to take it seriously. Since most of the exercises involve more muscle groups and complex movements, it is important to know what you are doing, how to do it, when to do it, and how much weight to use.
Let’s say you do a squat. Come on, do it right now. Did you think about your form? If your answer is yes, great. If no, do it again. Where are your knees? Did your heels get off the ground? Was your back straight the whole time?
You have to learn these things before you start with the real workout. It goes for the gym too. Only then can you exercise without a fear of an injury.
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Ever wonder what the truth about weight loss and muscle gain is? Is a calorie a calorie? How many do you need for weight loss, and how many do you need to gain muscle? Have you ever wanted to know how long it takes to see results when exercising or dieting? This article is the answer to all of your questions.
It will discuss the facts, tips, and results of several different approaches to weight loss. It will also explain why people fail to lose weight and gain muscle. The information in this article can help anyone who wants to lose weight and build up their body.
The first thing that we want to talk about is the difference between fat and muscle mass.
Fat is a type of energy storage unit found inside our bodies—muscle, on the other hand, stores more calories than fat does. When someone loses weight, they usually lose body fat and muscle mass. This means that when you start working out again after being inactive for a while, it’s going to be harder to gain back those lost pounds because you have less muscle mass to work with. If your goal is to get rid of excess belly fat, losing some muscle will not do much good. It would be best if you focused on building lean muscle instead.
Also read: How To Lower Body Fat Percentage
Some Facts About Weight Loss and Muscle Gain
With as many weight loss and muscle gain myths as there are, the truth about what works is becoming more and more difficult to figure out. So we’re here to help.
Here are the facts:
There is no such thing as spot reduction; you cannot target fat or lose fat in a specific area of your body (so don’t be discouraged if you check the scale and notice that your hips and thighs weigh more than your stomach).
You can only reduce overall body weight by reducing calories consumed from all sources. This means eating fewer calories each day. If you want to burn off those extra pounds, you need to eat less and exercise more. The best way to do this is through dieting and exercising together. You will have to make some changes to how you live your life to achieve these goals. But it’s worth it!
You may also check this out: How Many Calories Do 100 Jumping Jacks Burn?
Many people believe that they must burn more calories than they consume to lose weight. This is not necessarily true and can hinder your efforts to lose weight.
Here’s a quick guide to the key points of maintaining a calorie deficit with muscle gain in mind:
- If you are trying to lose weight while preserving muscle, you will need a calorie deficit of 20%. That means if you eat 2000 calories per day (or less), then you should be burning around 400 excess calories each day by doing cardio or strength training. This is simple – when we exercise our muscles, we use up energy stores called glycogen stored in the liver and muscles themselves.
- When we don’t have enough glycogen available, we start breaking down protein into amino acids to make new proteins from them. This process requires more energy than just eating carbs directly. So if your goal is to preserve as much lean mass as possible, it’s best not to go too low on total daily caloric intake.
- Even though a calorie deficit of 500-600 per day will help you lose fat faster, it won’t necessarily mean that you’ll get stronger at all. The reason for this is that when you’re losing weight through dieting, there isn’t any muscle tissue being broken down or used up by the body. As such, even with a calorie deficit, you may still be able to maintain strength and power while losing body fat. However, to maximize fat loss and gain muscle size and strength, you need to eat fewer calories overall (and therefore consume fewer carbohydrates).
Weight Loss vs. Muscle Gain
Weight loss and gaining muscle are two important aspects of weight management. While it is sometimes hard to know when your body is burning body fat versus building muscle, it is important to know the difference to maximize the results of your fitness routine.
Exercise can be used for weight loss and gaining muscle, but not all exercises will work for both purposes. For example, cardio exercise such as running or cycling burns more energy than resistance training like lifting weights; however, this activity also builds lean mass, which helps with reducing excess body fat.
For your cardio exercise: Best Treadmills for Running
On the other hand, strength training increases muscular endurance while decreasing overall body size. This means that if you want to lose weight, then a combination of aerobic and anaerobic activities (such as walking) may help reduce the total calories burned per day. However, strength training alone would suffice if your goal is to build muscles without losing weight.
The bottom line? Exercise can be beneficial for both health and appearance purposes. The key is finding what works best for you!
Cardio vs. Weight Training
Weight training works like a key to a healthy lifestyle, but many people find it difficult to find the time. If you cannot find the time to make it to the gym, you can still do some things at home—warm up by stretching and focus on larger muscle groups, such as the core and thighs.
It is important to perform cardio before or after weight training or other exercises when performing cardio. This will help avoid exhaustion and injury. Cardiovascular exercises include running, swimming, biking, walking, etc., while strength training includes lifting weights, using resistance bands, making pushups, pull-ups, squats, lunges, planks, crunches, situps, leg lifts, etc.
You may also like: Best Power Racks and Squat Racks for Home Gym
Tips for Weight Loss
To lose weight, follow these tips:
- Don’t drink calories
- Eat veggies first
- Cut back on sugar
- Eat protein with every meal
- Exercise regularly
- Take the stairs instead of the lift or escalator
- Chew slowly
- Eat foods high in fiber
Tips for Gaining Muscle
Weight loss and muscle gain are two terms that should not be mutually exclusive. They should be a part of a healthy lifestyle. Here are tips for making this happen:
- Consume at least 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight.
- Include resistance training to increase testosterone levels and optimize muscle growth.
- Mind your food intake. Eat carbs before or after exercise to replenish glycogen stores.
- Drink plenty of water during your workout sessions. This will help you stay hydrated and avoid dehydration, leading to fatigue and decreased performance.
- Avoid alcohol consumption while building muscles because it may cause liver damage.
- Cut down on caffeine intake. Caffeine is known to decrease the effectiveness of anabolic steroids by blocking their receptors in the brain. It also causes anxiety and insomnia.
- Don’t overdo cardio workouts, as these could deplete energy reserves that would otherwise go towards building muscle mass. Instead, focus more on strength training exercises like squats, deadlifts, bench presses, etc. These are proven to be effective for increasing lean body mass.
Related read: Best Creatine for Muscle Growth and Cutting
How to Exercise
Being healthy and in shape is a goal shared by many people. The truth is that it’s been proven that exercise doesn’t always lead to weight loss, but not exercising can lead to weight gain and obesity. But what about muscle gain? It turns out exercise does help with muscle growth, and the muscles you work on your body stay on your body!
It is a common misconception that muscle mass depends on the weight you can lift. In actuality, muscle is built based on force and frequency. It’s about how much work you put into your muscles on a particular day, not just how much weight you use.
To build up your muscle without losing too much fat, it is important to have a workout with low-resistance and high-resistance exercises. Low resistance means using light weights or no weights at all. High resistance means lifting heavyweights. Combining these two types of workouts will allow more gains than either one alone.
Low Resistance Exercises
These are movements where there is little to no resistance involved. Examples include pushups, pull-ups, squats, lunges, etc. You can do as many repetitions as possible during the exercise. This type of training allows you to focus on technique rather than strength. It also helps build endurance because your body has less work to do when doing this kind of movement.
High Resistance Exercise
When performing high resistance exercises, you should use heavier weight loads that require greater muscle force to complete an exercise. The goal here is to overload and fatigue the muscles, becoming stronger over time. High-resistance exercises will help improve muscular size and shape while building strength. They’re great for those who want a more defined look or if you have limited mobility due to injury.
Weighing your food, counting your calories, and doing lots of cardio exercises to lose weight is not the best way to do it. You don’t have to starve yourself or do hours of cardio a day. It’s not about how much you exercise, but what type of exercises you are doing.
Cardiovascular training should be done in moderation as well. If you’re looking to burn fat, focus on high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which involves short bursts of intense activity followed by rest periods. This helps build muscle mass at the same time while burning body fat. HIIT can also help improve endurance levels if you want to work on it.
In conclusion, gaining muscle and weight loss are necessary to have a healthy lifestyle. It is important to stay consistent with workouts and a healthy diet.
Keep your consistency going for a healthier lifestyle, but don’t let that stop you from having fun!
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Merry Christmas from Sprinkler Master! We wish you and your family happy holidays this wonderful season!
A few fun facts about Christmas:
- Santa Claus’s traditional red suit came from a 1930’s Coca Cola commercial. He has worn blue, green, and white in the past. (1)
2.The popular Christmas song, “Jingle Bells,” was originally supposed to be a thanksgiving song. (1)
- “White Christmas” is the best-selling song of all time. (1)
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Ring, a maker of a video doorbell, has just landed Richard Branson, head of the Virgin Group, as an investor.
August 29, 2015 By SP&T Staff
On Wednesday, the company announced that it had raised $28 million in funding, bringing its total private capital raised to $37.5 million. Branson was just one of a number of heavy hitters to offer their backing for the home security-focused business.
Read the full story on the Fortune website here.
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SimPure Filtered Water Bottle
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This water bottle has a replaceable purification system with 1500L capacity. You can find out more about it here.
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All I'm saying is that, if this was the T-Rex Jeff Goldblum and pals were racing against all those years ago, things would have turned out a BIT different. Imagine your glass of water is rippling, you are absolutely cowering in fear...and This is what shows up. I would laugh uncontrollably and look around as if I was on a prank show.
Fancy a snack? Snackers are bite-sized Squishables! They're smaller than a Mini
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As readers can tell from other posts here, I believe that the overcoming of ‘othering’ lies close to the heart of a Franciscan expression of the Gospel. 2022 was a year that gave me opportunities to reflect further on that. During an online conference, one of my favorite Christian writers, Brian McLaren, introduced me to a practical initiative that seeks to bring people together across the ’difference divide’ and polarization that has so damaged our public life in recent years: ‘3Practice Circles’ (https://www.3practices.com/) The aim of a 3Practice Circle is not agreement but clarity. It is an exercise, for all who participate, in ‘listening as a team sport’, about recognizing and connecting with the humanity of someone with whom we may disagree, just like Saint Francis in his encounter with Sultan Al-Kamil during the Crusades. It is, specifically – the first of the three named practices – about nurturing unusual curiosity about another’s understanding. Not all circles are about an issue of controversy. Some are more about the opportunity simply to hear stories or insights from what might have been a previously unexpressed perspective or life experience.
Anyone can choose to join the circles advertised on the 3PC website, and I found some that particularly interested me. It was remarkable how the simple rules, explained by a ‘Referee’ and ‘Co-Ref, encouraged respectful listening and created a safe space in which I found myself engaging more deeply and quickly than I imagined beforehand! Soon I found myself asking my Franciscan brothers for their blessing to sign up for a course of training, and at the end of the year, I qualified as a referee myself. That included a practicum in which I refereed a circle on a ‘framing question’ I had devised about the state of democracy in the US, and I have several other questions that I hope to explore in ‘public circles’, open to anyone through the 3PC website. Other 3PC referees and I are also available, working in pairs, as a resource for those who would like to facilitate a circle among an invited group, such as within a parish or among Franciscan Tertiaries or Companions. There might be a desire to listen to one another on an issue of profound disagreement (a ‘Difference Circle’), to hear more deeply from the experience of other group members (a ‘Story Circle’), or to respond to a book, article, or film (an ‘Insight Circle’). Those are three of six distinct types of circles described on the 3PC website.
If a group you are part of, or one which you might bring together for this purpose, would like to consider inviting me with a fellow referee from 3PC to referee a circle on a ‘framing question’ we could devise together, I would be glad to discuss that with you. Please email me at firstname.lastname@example.org
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Drafted here for the newly-interested Coach who may have inherited a hockey team of interested players, this list is bound to increment the skillset of defense and forwards alike. Another major objective is to build the ‘Injury-Resistant Athlete’. Cross-training with other enjoyable sports is recommended, but beyond the scope of this agenda list for the hockey player.
The order of these twelve drills which follow (“DRILL AGENDA”) is merely suggested; and each can be freely changed around / modified at the discretion of the Coach / Instructor.
It is recommended that the Coach / Instructor would clearly state to each group participant about the physical health merits of performing various muscle stretching exercises always before skating onto the ice rink.
Before even hitting the ice, the following are a short list (“a thru “e”) of muscle-tendon-ligament stretches (flexions & extensions) which have been commonly known to prevent tears, sprains, and strains during the on-ice activities. These routines can be done with or without skates on. Off ice, skates can be worn on an old carpet to acclimate the ankles & legs to the increased demand of balancing on the linear plane of the skate blade. So, it is better to try these five (or more) movements on that one-eighth strip of steel, for better balance and to acclimate the ankles to that increased set of demands:
- Fencer’s stretches: To benefit the quadriceps (thigh) muscles and hamstring muscles
- Toe touches: (option: reach further down to the floor on the extra three inches added by the skates)–to benefit the lower back and abdominal muscles
- Torso twists: Keep the hockey stick at eye level horizontally in both hands–to benefit the hamstring muscles, abdominal core, and forearms
- Half-squats: Done slowly benefit the knees, calf muscles, and thighs
- Head circles: To flex the neck muscles and also reduce possible brain concussion trauma
[Encourage the players /skaters to create at least a couple of their own favorite muscle stretches for their legs, arms, neck, and torso ].
Due to equipment’s larger shapes & heavier weight differences, the goaltenders all must develop their own variant forms of each of these physical exercises.
Instructors need to remind their groups of skaters (before any ice drills) that standing up rigidly while skating is quite incorrect. That body stance and skating motion is more likely to lead to knee and back injuries, especially during the heat of hockey play.
Every skater needs to be shown the “half-sitting” position of the skater, which lowers the center of gravity–thus helping to maintain balance in all the sudden movements/changes of direction needed. The lower that a person can stretch, the faster they can go; it’s an essential skill in beating an opponent to a loose puck.
The skater’s reach with their stick to the ice is increased by several inches as another advantage of gliding & striding a bit lower to the ice.
So, without sounding like the bossy drill sargent, many oral reminders & encouraging comments out to the skaters who are giving effort are recommended.
1. “Warm-up” forward skating.
Entire group skates around the inner perimeter of the ice rink – twice around. The first time around is at a casual pace.
“Cross-overs” during any directional turns are encouraged by the Instructor. That builds ankle strength, and the ability to stay balanced when one’s own body weight is on only one leg/skate. Such an ability to cross one ankle & foot over the other in the skating stride is an indicator of reaching a higher plateau of hockey skating skill–especially when it can be done “right over left” and “leftover right”, i.e., without favoring one side over the other.
2. Back Skate
The entire group (in line formation) skates around the inner perimeter of the ice rink – twice around. The first time around is at a casual pace. This basic ability is another plateau of skill that needs to be mastered in hockey if one ever hopes to become a player with even an average skating level. At least twenty percent of the time on the ice, a player may typically have to back skate. For the defense, this percentage can reach nearly half of their ice time. Skaters often say after the drills that back skating develops muscles that they never knew they had!
3. Skate Circles
Forward skate each of the face-off points of the rink, going around all eight circles to the far side of the rink goalposts as the endpoint. Crossovers are encouraged on skaters’ right and left sides–as Coaches / Instructors need to openly & regularly remind their skating group to do their crossovers as much as they each can.
4. Skid Stops
From base goal line to near-side blue line// red line back to near-side blue line // near-side blue to far-side blue line // far-side blue line to red line // red line to far-side base goal line. Sometimes these are called “suicides” because of the grueling amount of top speed skating and change of direction involved. This drill teaches the at-first difficult move of stopping suddenly for “the other side”. It is often said in hockey circles that how fast the skater can complete this drill determines the true skating ability of the player. Professional coaches have been known to use this drill to decide who stays with their team and who gets cut.
5. Skid stops repeated on the Opposite Side
Repeated exercise, stopping on opposite foot side as the lead (front) font.
Everyone tends to have a stronger side and a weaker side (left or right), and both sides need to be practiced so as to become second nature from either side. Mastery of the skid stop helps to reduce injury possibilities in game play, although such stopping mastery is not learned overnight.
6. Back Skating
Repeat the blue-line to the red-line pattern as with the skids, using the “V” stop to initiate the reverse direction.
Practices the harder-than-it-looks skill of moving off the balls & toes of one’s feet. This movement is not immediately learned and takes significant amounts of time to practice before even becoming concerned with how fast can someone back skate. Mastery of back skating can take many months and even years to achieve, after many hours of practice.
From base goal line to opposite goal, skaters carry the puck up ice through obstacle cones set up at the discretion of the Instructor (indifferent/varying configurations), for an inside blue line puck shot at the goaltender’s net. This is a high-intensity benefit for both skater and the goaltender, where the skater can keep the shot on goal accurate, and not wide or high of the target net.
8. Passing to Score
2-on-0. From base goal line skate to far blue line with a partner, passing a minimum of six times, before one takes a shot just inside the far blue line on goaltender’s net. This drill really benefits the goalie on extra work, but the two skaters with the puck have to coordinate their passes back and forth well enough to not lose forward momentum.
From base goal out to blue line, two skaters receive a puck pass with one defender skating to prevent a shot on goal. Approximately 20 seconds per group, cycling through the entire group at least twice, depending on the size of the entire group. Maybe split at both ends of the rink, with two goaltenders and a sufficient total number of skaters. This drill teaches the typical hockey scenario of moving the puck into the opposing zone. The offensive skaters need to practice accuracy in their passing back & forth, with their positioning to set up a goal score. The defender has the challenge of handling two skaters simultaneously, so needs to become more aware of positioning on the ice, not merely skating without a real strategy to thwart the attempts of the two opponents.
From the base goal line out to the blue line, three skaters receive a puck pass with two defenses skating out to prevent a shot on goal. Approximately 20 seconds per group, cycling through an entire group at least twice, depending on the size of the entire group. Groups may be split at both ends of the rink, with two goaltenders and a sufficient total number of skaters. This drill teaches key hockey interaction, i.e. on the objective of scoring in the opposing zone, while defense practices their segment of the game which is to learn effective zone defense to narrow the odds of opponents’ scoring.
11. One-timers From Slot
Pass out from baseline to face-off circle. Skaters cycle through the position of the passer and then shooter, on at least two cycles. Groups may be split at both ends of the rink, with two goaltenders and a sufficient total number of skaters.
This drill teaches how to gauge where to contact & re-direction the moving puck for a slap shot, aiming on goal.
12. Butterfly Pass
One on one, for the shot on goal in or near the face-off circle center hash marks. Skaters cycle through the position of the shooter and then defender, on at least two cycles. Groups may by split at both ends of rink, with two goaltenders and a sufficient total number of skaters.
The butterfly pass teaches (through practice) the art of accepting a pass while skating at full speed.
For exercises #3, #4, #5, and #6 listed above, an optional timer/stopwatch can be utilized by the Coach / Instructor to create a friendly competitive Clinic environment, i.e., to mention to the group the fastest times of completion for each of these exercises, and as a form of positive recognition for those skaters who attain those fastest times in each category.
Version 2, from the original draft of 13 July 2018 by Prof P J Gammarano, Sr.; M.A., JD
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Save the Pier by James Harris
SAVE THE PIER!
West end of the Santa Monica Pier.
At stage left are a counter and two small tables with chairs. At stage
right are a podium and a soapbox.
Randomly scattered people, "PIER LOVERS" and "MEN OF PROGRESS"
stand against the rail, facing the ocean, their backs to the audience.
LUCKY, carrying a fishing pole over his shoulder, enters and addresses
LUCKY: Well hello! Welcome to the Santa Monica Pier!
It's a great place, isn't it? And a great day! (Beat) They're
all great. I am Lucky. (Beat) That's my name. It's true! But "lucky" is
mostly just what I am. Lucky to come here every day. You're lucky
too! It's fun, isn't it!!! And there's something really special
about this old pier… Something "Enchanting".
One by one, the Pier Lovers on the rail turn around to address the
audience. Lucky fades up to the rail, sets down his fishing pole, and
listens to his colleagues, admiring.
COLLEEN: Oh yes, enchanting. Hi, I'm Colleen. And I find the Pier to
LARRY: Hello, I'm Larry! To me the Pier is…
JOAN: "Lovely"! I'm Joan, and I think the Pier is just
GEORGE: George here. If you ask me, the best word for the Pier is
MAYNARD: Hi, I'm Maynard - the bumper car guy.
SHEILA: I'm Sheila.
Maynard puts his arm around Sheila.
MAYNARD: My wife! (Smiles at her, then turns again to the audience)
"Interesting"! My word would have to be "Interesting".
SHEILA: "People". Interesting "People".
MAYNARD: Yes! Lots of interesting people!
PAT: It's really… awesome!
Lucky clears his throat to get Pat's attention. Once he does, he
whispers and nods to Pat.
PAT: (To Lucky) Huh? Oh, I gotcha! (To audience) I'm Pat! And the
Pier's really "Awesome"! It's the coolest hangout for me and
LARRY: It's always been cool for artist and activist-types, too.
DIANA: And fishermen! Hi I'm Diana! Let's don't forget the
fishermen. And women!
GEORGE: The Pier is like… home.
COLLEEN: Oh yes! I lived here, you know! Above the merry go-round.
DIANA: I fished here. Every chance I got!
LARRY: I worked here. A lot of us worked here.
PAT: I surfed here. And worked here. And fished. Heck, sometimes I
even crashed here! I guess you could say that I lived here too!
MAYNARD: We all LIVE here.
LUCKY: It's true. When you really think about it, we all LIVE here.
The Men of Progress turn in unison, casting an air of darkness as they
SCOTT: It's an eyesore.
COUNCILMAN: A blight on the fine City of Santa Monica.
Lucky crosses to them and pushes them aside as he speaks.
LUCKY: Of course, not everyone has loved the Pier.
SCOTT: I'm City Manager Scott, responsible for all matters of this
city, including this pier.
COUNCILMAN: And I am your honorably elected City Councilman. That
would make me Mr. Scott's esteemed boss.
SCOTT: This old pile of scrapwood is in constant need.
COUNCILMAN: It's a terrible, wasteful financial burden! (To Scott)
You should do something about it. Mr. Scott.
SCOTT: What do you propose I do?
COUNCILMAN: Fix it! You're the City Manager. It's your job to fix
The Councilman "washes his hands of it" as he walks offstage.
Scott follows him, frustrated and mumbling.
SCOTT: Fix it? How am I gonna fix this old broken-down pile of sticks.
It's nonsensical, unimaginable…
Lucky watches them exit.
LUCKY: Some don't see it as being so special, I guess. And that's
how we almost lost it… That's right, this very place your standing
on was almost destroyed. On purpose!
He crosses in front of the Pier Lovers.
LUCKY: And these fine folks, along with many, many, many others, saved
it. They saved the Pier!
The Pier Lovers nod, pat each other on the back, smile.
LUCKY: It made for a great story too! With heroes and villains. Cheers
and boos. Oh, I love the story of when they saved the Pier… (To the
Pier Lovers) Let's tell it, shall we?
The Pier Lovers all boisterously approve.
LUCKY: Hooray! Oh, you're in luck! We're going to tell you the
story about these folks saved the Pier! So sit right back and we'll
all tell you the tale!
He nods to the Pier Lovers and they scurry to the counter and tables
to prepare. George exits altogether. Diana returns to her spot on the
stage right rail facing the ocean, fishing.
LUCKY: Now, let's see… Where to begin… It was way back in
1972… Once upon a time… Ah! I know! Here's how I best remember
it. And it's all got to start at a place called Al's Kitchen and
with the fella who was the mastermind behind it all, a guy named
Diana takes notice of what Lucky has just said and shouts to Lucky.
DIANA: Hey! What'd you say about "mastermind" to save the Pier?
LUCKY: Ah, Diana! I was just telling these folks here about Jack, down
DIANA: And what about me? Aren't you going to tell them about me? Or
did you forget?
LUCKY: N-n-no, Diana. I didn't forget. It's just that-
DIANA: Just what?
LUCKY: Well Diana, you never hung out at Al's.
DIANA: That's right, I didn't.
LUCKY: You were always out with the fisherman, rallying them up.
DIANA: And everyone else who came within earshot!
LUCKY: Yep. That's true. You were always good at that.
DIANA: And I am a mastermind!
LUCKY: Yes, you are! But you see, I had to start the story somewhere,
so I chose Al's. I'll get to your part, I promise.
DIANA: Alright then.
LUCKY: Besides, I know how you like to fish, so I thought you'd want
a little time-
DIANA: Are you gonna tell them how I learned to fish?
LUCKY: Well no, I-
Diana leaves her fishing pole at the rail and crosses downstage to
DIANA: Oh you've got to! Wait, let me tell it. I'm a better talker
than you anyway.
She nudges him out of the way, then addresses the audience.
DIANA: Fishing. I love fishing! Now, do I look like a fisherman? Heck
no! I'm a woman. Right? A fisher-woman! And don't you forget it!
Now, like I said, I love to fish… But it wasn't always that way.
Oh no! I used to come down to the Pier just to walk out over the
ocean, take in all the beauty. It's always peaceful, you know. No
matter how busy it gets, it's always peaceful… Good times… Well,
one day I'm walking down here, minding my own business, when this
crusty old fisherman - Smoky was his name - (to Lucky) Remember
LUCKY: Yeah, I remember him.
DIANA: Good. Here, you be him for a minute.
DIANA: Be Smoky! Come on, help me tell the story! These people want to
see story, not just hear words!
LUCKY: Oh! Okay.
DIANA: Well Smoky comes up to me and asks me if I want to learn how to
She motions to Lucky, who slowly catches on.
LUCKY: Um… (Affecting a growly voice) Hey little lady. Wanna learn
how to catch a fish?
DIANA: "Fish? Me?" I said to him. And before I know it he's got
one big smelly hand on my shoulder…
She waits for Lucky, then finally grabs his arm and puts his hand on
Lucky catches on, helping her act out the rest of the story.
DIANA: And his other grimy, filthy paw handing me a fishing pole. Then
he turns me to the water and helps me cast out maybe twenty feet or so
and tells me:
LUCKY: Now you wait.
DIANA: So I waited. And you know what happened next?
LUCKY: You caught a fish.
DIANA: No, I did not catch a fish. Not a single bite all day long. But
let me tell you - I was hooked! Yes, I know that's a pun, but I
gotta tell you, that's the way it was! There is nothing like the
anticipation, the hope and yet, still, the peace. It's the most
amazing feeling - exciting yet gentle. That's what I love about
fishing. And that's what I love about this pier! And that's why I
had to save it.
She smiles, proudly, then returns to her spot at the rail, giving
orders to Lucky as she goes.
DIANA: You can continue with your story, Lucky.
He addresses the audience.
LUCKY: That was, uh, well, Diana. Of course. Isn't she something?
He looks over his shoulder, toward her. She's fishing.
LUCKY: Now let's see, where were we…
Scott abruptly enters, carrying a large sketch pad. He looks at Diana,
then at Lucky, and shakes his head. He is oblivious to the Pier
Lovers, but they certainly see him!
PIER LOVERS: (Softly) Boo! Hiss!
Scott continues toward the pier rail and sits on a bench, facing the
LUCKY: (To the audience) The City Manager. Remember?
Scott opens the sketch pad and begins drawing as the booing subsides.
Jack enters, walking aimlessly.
JACK: (To the audience) Hi, I'm Jack - the guy they warned you
He observes Diana.
JACK: Any luck today?
DIANA: Not even a nibble, but I feel a whopper coming on!
Jack smiles, then observes Scott and crosses toward him close enough
to get a peek at what Scott is drawing. Scott senses him and pulls the
sketch pad close to his chest.
JACK: Whatcha doing?
JACK: Whatcha drawing?
SCOTT: None of your business.
JACK: I see…
I was just curious, you know. But I respect your secrecy. I always
respect an artist!
SCOTT: (Disdainfully) Artist?! Oh, I am not an artist.
JACK: You don't have to be modest. Art is very personal.
SCOTT: Well, I wouldn't really call it art. It's just an idea
I'm working on.
JACK: Isn't that what art is? Sharing ideas?
SCOTT: This is something bigger. Something more important.
JACK: More important? Than art?
SCOTT: Absolutely. It's the future. It's progress!
JACK: Progress? You're kidding me.
SCOTT: I kid you not.
JACK: Well, this I've got to see! May I?
He nods toward the sketch pad. Scott is hesitant, sizes Jack up for a
SCOTT: I suppose so.
He opens the sketch pad and shows Jack his work.
JACK: Say, that's pretty good. How can you say you're not an
SCOTT: (Flattered) Well, not by trade.
JACK: It's like a floating city, isn't it?
Scott's pride begins to swell.
SCOTT: It's an island.
JACK: Yes, yes it is!
SCOTT: It's a paradise.
JACK: It's a metropolis.
SCOTT: Yes! A fantastic man-made island with a metropolitan paradise
floating right out there!
He points to the water just beyond the pier.
Scott smiles, pleased with himself
JACK: Too bad it'll never work.
JACK: It would ruin the great ocean view! Nobody wants to look at a
Scott slams his sketch book shut, sizes Jack up once more as his
frustration mounts, then storms off, exclaiming:
Jack smiles, satisfied with his exchange.
LUCKY: So, that's Jack. The guy I was telling you about!
Jack crosses into the cafe, nods with a cool gesture to acknowledge
the audience, then sits on a stool, sips a cup of coffee and reviews
LUCKY: He was the manager of a great little greasy spoon on the Pier
called Al's Kitchen.
Larry, Pat, and Joan gather at the counter while Colleen, Maynard and
Sheila sit at the tables.
LUCKY: Now ya see, Al's was one of those places that didn't look
like much on the outside. But it's the kind of place that, when you
walked inside, you were likely to hear people talking about politics,
or art or some other intellectual stuff. There were famous people too!
With names like Tom Hayden, Jane Fonda and Joan Baez hanging out there
talking over coffee. Sometimes you could hear a cantankerous ol' guy
named Bukowski recitin' racy poems full of lusty women and salty
The scene is set. The cooks - Pat and Larry - and Joan are behind
the counter. Joan is at the register. Colleen sits alone at one table.
Maynard and Sheila, a married couple, share another.
LUCKY: The place was owned by a sweet, lovely woman named Joan.
LUCKY: How's the coffee today, Joanie?
JOAN: Nice and hot!
LUCKY: Joanie was great. Started as a waitress when she was young,
ended up buying the place!
JOAN: Order! Order!
JOAN: Let's see, we need two eggs scrambled with bacon and…
JOAN: I can't quite read it. Let me get my glasses.
Without even looking at the ticket, Larry answers.
JOAN: Yes, toast! (To the audience) Isn't he amazing? (To
PAT: Right on!
JOAN: (To Larry) Thank you again, Larry.
LARRY: You're welcome.
JOAN: Aren't you about due to take your break?
LARRY: I am, thanks! Quick cup of coffee before I go?
JOAN: Is it hot?
LARRY: Of course!
JOAN: Good. You know how I like my coffee hot.
Larry hands her a cup of coffee, then searches the counter for
LARRY: Anyone seen today's-
Jack holds up a rolled newspaper.
LARRY: -newspaper? Thanks Jack!
He sits beside Jack and begins reading.
George enters, distraught, searching the room for someone in
particular. Maynard spots him right away and flags him down.
MAYNARD: George! Over here!
George joins Maynard and Sheila at their table. Joan recognizes George
from the register.
JOAN: Good morning, George!
George politely waves to Joan.
GEORGE: Sheila, Maynard! I'm glad you're here.
SHEILA: You look terrible. Are you feeling alright?
GEORGE: Why, haven't you heard the news?
MAYNARD: What news?
GEORGE: What news? What news! It's the island!!!
GEORGE: The 35-acre man-made resort island - right out here in the
SHEILA: You must really not be feeling well, George. That's old
MAYNARD: She's right. That old island project was shot down by the
voters years ago.
GEORGE: I'm telling you, it's back!
He grabs the newspaper from Larry.
GEORGE: It's right here in the paper. "Scott Proposes New Island
Maynard studies the newspaper.
JACK: Funny, the other day I saw a guy out at the end of the Pier
drawing a picture of an island.
GEORGE: And here's the worst of it!
MAYNARD: (Reading) "The plan calls for the-"
GEORGE &MAYNARD: "Demolition of the Santa Monica Pier".
[End of Extract]
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Another Python has joined the heavenly choir and etc., making this a day on the one hand sadder than most others, and on the other hand just a bit funnier, since what can one do with such news but laugh remembering a comic genius?
Not only was he the stealth funnyman lurking among the more flashy likes of Cleese and Palin and the single greatest Python of them all, Graham Chapman, he also directed their three movies (with an assist from Gilliam on Grail). Which is to say, just with Life of Brian alone, he directed one of the greatest, and ballsiest, comedies of all time.
Terry Jones was, in short, a lovely little fish who, like all the Pythons, went wherever I did go. His and their influence on my young brain could not possibly be overstated.
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The Bruins played a spirited, competitive game and collected their first point in their last 6 games, but they also dropped their 7th straight game as they lost 3-2 in a shootout against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night at TD Garden. The 7-game skid is the Bruins longest losing streak since 1997 and Bruins' current 6-game home losing streak is the longest since the the 1924-25 season.
Dustin Brown tipped home Anze Kopitar's shot to stake the Kings to a 1-0 lead 12:06 into the game. The power play goal was Brown's 13th marker of the season.
The Kings put the puck into the back of the net after Wayne Simmonds deflected the puck out of mid-air, but the goal was quickly waved off by the referees and ruled that the puck was played with a high-stick.
The Bruins took advantage of a bad bounce for the Kings to tie up the game at 1-1 at 15:16 of the second period. With the Bruins on the power play, the Kings' Drew Doughty tried to clear the zone, but the puck caromed off of linesman Johnny Murray and stayed in the zone. Marc Savard picked up the puck and found Marco Sturm in the slot. Sturm held the puck, created some room for himself, and fired a wrister past former UMass netminder Jonathan Quick.
Mark Recchi put the Bruins up 2-1 with a power play goal 1:20 into the third period. Recchi skated with the puck from his own zone through the neutral zone and into the attacking zone, dished the puck to David Krejci on the right wing half wall and continued to the net. Krejci's feed found Recchi on the door step and Recchi buried the point blank deflection to give the Bruins their first lead in 233 minutes of play.
The Bruins lead didn't last long, though. Anze Kopitar's snap shot from the top of the right circle beat Tim Thomas up high on the stick side with traffic in front. The power play goal was Kopitar's 23rd of the season.
The Bruins controlled the play in overtime and had several scoring opportunities in the extra frame, but they just couldn't find the back of the net.
Bruins 1st Shooter: Zdeno Chara fanned on a slapper.
Kings 1st Shooter: Anze Kopitar beat Thomas by faking the forehand shot and tucked the puck past Thomas with one hand. 1-0 Kings
Bruins 2nd Shooter: Wheeler's snap shot was handled by Quick.
Kings 2nd Shooter: Dustin Brown was shut down by Tim Thomas
Bruins 3rd Shooter: Michael Ryder snap shot beat Quick in the upper 90 on the glove side. 1-1
Kings 3rd Shooter: Thomas stopped Michael Handzus.
Bruins 4th Shooter: Savard got Quick to bite on a deke and beat him on the forehand. 2-1 Bruins
Kings 4th Shooter: Thomas made an initial save on Ryan Smyth but the puck tickled in. 2-2
Bruins 5th Shooter: Quick stopped Bergeron's attempt from in tight.
Kings 5th Shooter: Thomas made a big stop on a nifty stop and pop move by Oscar Moller.
Bruins 6th Shooter: Recchi missed high over the crossbar. Quick might have gotten a piece of it.
Kings 6th Shooter: Jarret Stoll's snap shot beat Thomas up high. 3-2 Kings Win
- Marco Sturm and Steve Begin returned to the lineup for the Bruins.
- Shawn Thornton, Vladimir Sobotka, and Adam McQuaid were the healthy scratches for the Bruins.
- Tim Thomas needs to learn how to keep his emotions in check. With the Bruins on a 4 minute power play after an altercation between Mark Stuart and Wayne Simmonds, Tim Thomas hit Brad Richardson with a high stick after Richardson tried to poke at a rebound that Thomas was covering up. That was a flat-out dumb penalty to take in that situation. How many times have we seen Thomas taking stupid penalties while trying to fight his own fight? I like that he shows some emotion and you can tell that he cares, but relax Timmy. You have to be smarter. You have 5 guys in front you that are out there to protect you. Let them do their job. If a skater comes in and gives Richardson a shove or a facewash, he probably isn't getting a penalty. A goalie taking a swipe at a guy with his blocker and stick will get called 90% of the time.
- How come anyone who throws a clean open ice hit is expected to fight to defend his actions? Don't blame Mark Stuart for laying out Anze Kopitar. Blame Peter Harold for that suicide pass to put his teammate in a bad position.
- It was not a good night to be an on-ice official. If you were wearing stripes, it was best to stay away from Drew Doughty. Linesman Johnny Murray was hit in the back by Drew Doughty's clearing attempt and referee Eric Furlatt wrenched his knee after getting tangled up with Drew Doughty along the boards.
- Apparently, the ice was in rough shape after the Boston Blazers played a lacrosse game at the TD Garden this afternoon. Drew Doughty mentioned to NESN's Naoko Funayama that the puck was jumping around on the ice surface. The Kings also requested the Zamboni take a second pass before the shootout started.
- Jonathan Quick was tested by the Bruins all night, the Team USA goalie looked solid, turning aside 31 shots.
- The Bruins will take on the always dangerous and entertaining Washington Capitals at TD Garden on Tuesday night.
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By agreeing to a deal and avoiding a potentially awkward arbitration hearing, the Bruins set themselves up nicely for both the present and the future.
The Bruins and Ryan Spooner agreed to a one-year, $2.825 million contract on Wednesday morning, shortly before an arbitration hearing was set to begin.
At a glance, the deal looks like it benefits both sides:
- Spooner gets a raise of almost $2 million and is back in a familiar NHL situation
- The Bruins get a valuable offensive asset at a fair price
I’m happy. You’re happy. We’re all happy.
In the end, however, it’s the Bruins who should be really happy: they kept an asset under their control, and may have made him even more valuable in the process.
Here’s why the Bruins should view this as a “win.”
Spooner remains under the Bruins’ control
The Bruins opted to sign Spooner to a one-year deal instead of a two-year contract, and it probably wasn’t an accident: at the end of the one-year deal, he’ll have six years of NHL service under his belt.
Players don’t reach unrestricted free agency in the NHL until they’ve completed seven years of play or reach the age of 27 (which Spooner won’t reach until January of 2019).
(So yes, we could do this whole thing again next summer, albeit without the arbitration part. Can’t wait!)
However, it also means that the Bruins are keeping Spooner, a valuable asset regardless of what you think about his overall game, under their control for another season.
This gives the Bruins flexibility: if Spooner plays out of his mind this season, they can offer him a long-term deal. If he has a bad year, they can take him to arbitration and try again, or cut bait.
Spooner was signed to a “tradeable” deal
The $2.825 million figure isn’t just friendly to the Bruins’ salary cap: it also makes Spooner easier to trade, be it this summer, during the season or at the deadline.
A guy like Spooner is going to draw interest from other teams. He’s a great skater, a talented passer and a good power play weapon.
Had they gone to arbitration and had the Salary Arbitrator agreed to Spooner’s near-$4 million ask, that contract wouldn’t be terribly palatable for a potential suitor.
However, several teams would be interested in a ~40 point offensive talent for a sub-$3 million price tag.
Plus, the contract comes into play again: a team may pay a bit more for an asset that will be under control for another season (or at least an asset that they can take to arbitration again).
The salary isn’t prohibitive
Spooner may think he’s worth a little more, but $2.825 million really isn’t a bad deal for either side.
For the Bruins, it’s hard to be mad at that figure. They’ll still have somewhere in the neighborhood of $10 million in cap space to get David Pastrnak signed, with a little change left over.
They also are paying less than $3 million for a guy who’s good for somewhere in the neighborhood of 40 points, maybe more if he puts all of his skills together.
(When you consider David Backes’ contract, and the fact that Spooner had one point more than him in last year’s regular season, that figure looks downright appealing.)
A talented offensive player with room to improve, who, if nothing else, is a power play weapon...for under $3 million.
Can’t hate that.
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We welcome all new members to our parish and hope that you will find a home at Our Lady Star of the Sea. We invite you to see our Mass & Confession Schedule, as well as the many Apostolates, which make Star of the Sea such a thriving parish for living out the call to holiness. In addition, on our homepage you will always find a list of upcoming events which we hope to see you at! If you would like to learn a little bit more about our parish and its history, take a look at our About Us page.
New to Bremerton or Our Lady Star of the Sea?
If you are Catholic and new to our parish, welcome! We hope that you will find a home here at Our Lady Star of the Sea. After you have registered with our parish, we ask that all new parishioners setup an InFellowship account:
Everyone over the age of 13 is asked to set-up an InFellowship account (Requires a personal email address)
InFellowship is our Parish Online Database. With InFellowship, you will be able to update your profile and household info, set-up online payments, and get connected with other parishioners by finding the different “groups” or apostolates that are available in our parish to join.
Simply click on the button below to enter your information and register! Once you have created an account, you will be contacted by our staff.
New or returning to the Catholic faith?
If you are new to the Catholic faith, and want to learn more about the teachings of the Catholic Church and the process of becoming Catholic, please refer to our RCIA page. Or if you are returning to the practice of the Catholic faith after being away, we encourage you to visit the Catholics Come Home website and get in touch with us at the Parish Office. If you would like to speak with Fr. Lappe or Deacon Hamlin, please contact them through the Parish Office at 360-479-3777. We are praying for you on your journey!
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NBA Gaurd for San Antonio Spurs?Los Angeles Clippers?Miami Heat?Chicago Bulls?Seattle SuperSonics?Houston Rockets.
He is the son of Hall Of Fame?r Rick Barry.
He currently 2023 is the Vice President of the San Antonio Spurs
NBA Guard (Retired). U. of Miami (1961-65) NBA San Francisco Warriors (1965-67), ABA Oakland Oaks (1968-69), ABA Washington Capitals (1969-70), ABA New York Nets (1970-72), Golden State Warriors (1972-78), Houston Rockets (1978-79). Hall of Fame inductee
former college/NBA forward; played for Duke University, Grizzlies, Heat and Rockets; AP/Naismith CPOY 2001; 2X All-ACC; 2X All-American; McDonalds All-American; 2X NBA Champ; NCAA Champ 2001; Director of Basketball Analytics & Development Miami Heat
former college/NBA guard; played for University of Louisville, Warriors, Knicks, Hawks, SuperSonics and Cavs; #10 overall pick 1969 NBA Draft; 3X All-MVC; 1X NBA All-Star; member of Warriors 1975 NBA Championship team; coached at Howard, Nets, Morgan St
Mexican Basketball Player. 2005 Correcaminos UAT Victoria (Mexico)2006 Titanes de Morovis (Puerto Rico)2006 Correcaminos UAT Victoria (Mexico) 2007 Gatos de Monagas (Venezuela)2007?2008 Cimberio Varese (Italy) 2008 Capo d'Orlando (Italy)2008?2009 Dakota
NBA Hall of Fame (1993). Indiana University (1959-61). Chicago Packers (1961-62), Chicago Qephyrs (1962-63), Baltimore Bullets (1963-65), New York Knicks (1965-68), Detroit Pistons (1968-70), Atlanta Hawks (1970-74), New Orleans Jazz (1974-75)
Basketball Manager - Mizzou Tigers. Former Player For Washington Univeristy From 2002-2005. She Played Overseas For Hapoel Tel Aviv And Elizur Ramla In Israel, Where She Claimed The Division 2 Israeli Leage Championship In 2006 with Ramia
former college/NBA guard; played for University of Arizona, Hawks, Wizards, Heat, Grizzles, Knicks and Kings; 1X All - American; PAC-10 POY 1998; All - PAC 10 (1998); member of Arizona National Championship team
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Seventeen startups from seven different countries participated in this edition.
1click TRIP is a mobile-first app with integrated information from public transportation; mapping, time-tables, real-time location and pricing, allowing itinerary customization per time, multiple destination or cost. It includes data from inter-urban and local providers offering further itinerary flexibility. Users with an account can also book and purchase electronic tickets for traveling with our partners for a hassle free transaction experience even when using a combination of services.
Practio is a P2P learning marketplace that connects people who want to practice or learn something new to nearby people who can teach or practice with them. Lots of people want to learn something new, but it can be hard to find someone to practice with. With Practio people with unique skills and knowledge can make extra money on their free time while meeting interesting new people and sharing their skills with others.
We at ClaimAir want to ensure travellers know how to deal with air travel inconveniences, and can get what they are rightfully owed. We want to make air travel a stress-free way to discover the world. Moreover, we want to provide travellers with comprehensive solutions, either through our supplementary service, or via our business partners.
At Climber we pride ourselves for democratizing Revenue Management to independent hotels. We believe large luxury hotels should not be the only ones benefiting from intelligent Revenue Management Software to help optimise hotel´s pricing strategy and increase revenue across the board.
Crisalist is an easy way to remember your wonderful memories, plan future trips and make your dreams come true. Crisalist is a travel portal attempting to help you and your friends travel more often, and more efficiently, by focussing upon three essential travel areas: “Your Memories”, “Organise Trips” and “Your Dreams”.
For the first time travellers can now book last minute tours and activities while traveling with Daytrippn. No more waiting 48 hours for an answer, when your trip is over! You can have a different local experience every day, or even twice a day! Our guides have also paired with us to make a sustainable pledge to give back to sustainable tourism each year in Portugal.
Dlast is a mobile app and a last minute channel that helps the event's promoters to sell their last available seats, according to the event demand, and promote their events to the people who don't know what's happening in the city. With Dlast App people can find events and cultural offers by geolocation and buy last minute tickets at lower prices. Dlast push for the best events in town (some free) according to the users' preferences and allows the purchase minutes before the event begins.
PartyWith is an app (iOS & Android) that connects people for nightlife with a growing global community of nightlife enthusiasts in over 150 countries. Whether it’s to grab a drink, meet new people at festivals, or get nightlife tips, you can find like-minded friends through the app.
Spindler helps people take on new experiences by making them confront themselves with their own off-routine life goals, giving them the tools to prioritize and plan for execution.
Tripaya is the first smart travel search service that understands what you want and show only the very best options for your holidays or weekend getaway. When you have the world at your fingertips, deciding where to travel can often be quite overwhelming. Finding a good deal is hard when you're sifting through hundreds different offers. We believe there’s a smarter way.
archPaths promotes the cities’ best architectonic manifestations, while making architecture tourism more accessible, supported and better informed through a mobile application. archPaths addresses the lack of a condensed, thorough and widely informative architecture city guide that, on top of this, can still help the users (mainly architects, architecture students, urbanists or other cityscape enthusiasts) to plan their tour and guide them around the city, while giving them live, insightful information about the most significant buildings found.
In UBEOS we are helping travellers to connect with travel agencies, in a more effective way! Travelers tell what they want and need, and travel agents fight for them, auction style. We automatically negotiate with all the agencies for the user! This gives the traveller better price/quality relation proposals, without effort and hassle of hours searching at the same time that provide travel agencies the access to potential customers, with a higher conversion rate than traditional advertising or pay-per-click models.
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Stuck – “Labor Leisure”
Are we working from home or have our homes turned into workspaces? It’s been an urgent question for the past year and a half as the pandemic continues, and it’s what Stuck, a post-punk Exploding In Sound Records band, are reckoning with on this new track “Labor Leisure.” “There’s no worth without work/ There’s no joy without pain/ A quantum state of play/ When labor and leisure feel one and the same,” vocalist Greg Obis intones. It’s from the band’s forthcoming EP, which is sardonically titled Content That Makes You Feel Good.
Read what Obis said about the song:
“Labor Leisure” is about the dissolving boundaries between work life and home life. As we are constantly reminded about how we can optimize our productivity, our diet, our free time etc, we internalize that “hustle mindset” and it negatively reflects in our personal lives. Often it can make what we do for fun feel like a task.
I particularly struggle with maintaining these boundaries between work and play, and it can suck the joy out of my free time. As an audio engineer, it is my job to be critical, and as a result I can become harsh and judgmental towards things as simple as playing a video game, reading a book, making dinner. I think a lot of people probably feel this right now as folks continue to work from home on top of the other ways our personal and work lives become intertwined.
This song isn’t the only one on the EP to touch on neo-feudalism; that work life and home life are becoming the same thing. When that happens, work becomes inescapable, and you don’t actually have the freedoms that capitalism promises you.
This song follows “City Of Police,” a more experimental single that’s as full of lyrical frustrations as “Labor Leisure.” Listen to both and check out the EP tracklist below.
01 “Labor Leisure”
02 “City Of Police”
03 “Serf The Web”
04 “White Lie”
05 “Playpen Of Dissent”
Content That Makes You Feel Good is out 8/13 via Exploding In Sound Records.
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Germany and Latvia delay ratification of ACTA. This may increase the ability for ACTA to also die slowly. Note there's a lot of resistance in the Slavic countries.
- This thing is a long way from done, or approved, and with protests gearing up I don't think it's going to happen.
- Also, national issues and feelings may be a big boundary ("why should I do what THAT country says.").
- Unifited world protests oper these bills is a definite possibility. It could lead to some strange alliances and interesting political repercussions.
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SYDNEY (AFP) - Refugee campaigners said on Saturday that a boat carrying 153 asylum-seekers was in trouble off a remote Australian island, but the government said there were no significant incidents at sea to report.
The 22-metre boat carrying mostly Tamil asylum-seekers, including women and children, left India two weeks ago and was 175 nautical miles west of Australia's Indian Ocean territory of Christmas Island, the Refugee Action Coalition said.
"We are refugees. We come from Sri Lanka - we stayed in India and we are unable to live there. That's why we are coming to Australia," a man who claimed to be onboard told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.
The man, who only gave his first name as Duke, said there were 32 women and 37 children on the vessel which would be, if it reaches Christmas Island, the first asylum-seeker boat to reach Australia in six months.
Immigration Minister Scott Morrison refused to confirm or deny the reports, saying the government had not changed its policy of only commenting when there was a significant incident to report.
"It is our standard practice under Operation Sovereign Borders to report on any significant events regarding maritime operations at sea particularly where there are safety of life at sea issues associated and I am advised I have no such reports to provide," he told reporters in Melbourne.
"There is therefore no significant event for me to report at sea."
Australia's conservative government has a policy of pushing boats back towards Indonesia, where they have traditionally departed from, as part of a range of measures designed to stop people-smuggling.
But refugee advocates said given this boat came from India and had sprung an oil leak, it required assistance.
Refugee Action Coalition spokesman Ian Rintoul said he had spoken to someone onboard early Saturday who told him the boat had made progress towards Christmas Island.
But he said those onboard felt they would run out of oil before making land.
"The main fear is that the boat will stop and they will be vulnerable to the elements," Mr Rintoul told AFP, adding there were no medical emergencies onboard the boat.
"We are quite anxious to confirm that the navy is on the way. The truth is there simply is no time to be lost," he added.
Hundreds of asylum-seekers have drowned making the perilous sea journey to Australia in recent years.
Canberra has toughened its policy on asylum-seekers to deny those arriving on unauthorised boats the ability to resettle in Australia even if found to be genuine refugees.
Instead, they are sent to camps in the Pacific, on Papua New Guinea's Manus Island and the tiny state of Nauru to be resettled there.
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GMOs to be regulated more strictly in the USA?
Our expert's opinion
"In the USA there is call that Genetically Modified Organisms, or GMOs, should be regulated more strictly because the current system contains many overlaps and gaps and cannot efficiently monitor the thriving industry of genetic engineering. It is therefore following in the footsteps of Europe, that has been doing this for more than 3 years. There are risks for extreme damage to the environment if these organisms are not regulated enough and because other nations sometimes even ban them there is also a huge economic risk."
- Lien Vertommen, Associate Consultant
The Economic Argument for Expanding GMO Regulation in America
The necessity to grow crops faster and more efficiently has long been a goal for the agriculture industry. Now, through the development of GMOs, this goal is being achieved. However, many critics doubt the reputation of GMOs, instead arguing that we must be more wary of the relatively new science. Overall, the general trend among scholarly authors is that GMOs should be regulated more strictly, as the benefits of increased GMO regulation outweigh the state of the current system. Most scholarly discussions have moved past the perspective that GMOs should be regulated because of health concerns and instead, cultivate the idea that GMOs should be regulated based on economic factors. Because of this, in conducting my research I have chosen to focus mainly on the economic risks GMOs pose to the economy as opposed to the health concerns commonly discussed among GMO critics. By taking a look at how scholars address issues such as the the state of the current GMO regulatory system, how GMOs agitate a fragile international trade market, and how GMOs have the potential to upset interstate commerce, it is easy to see that GMOs need to be regulated more strictly.
For thousands of years, nature has controlled the success of the agriculture industry. However, within the past several decades, modern technology has begun to wean the world’s agriculture industry off its dependence on the cooperation of nature. One of the largest recent innovations has been the development of genetically modified organisms or, GMOs. GMOs are plants which have been genetically modified to tolerate conditions or chemicals which would normally be detrimental to their survival. However, many opponents of GMOs disapprove of their widespread use, arguing that because of insufficient government regulations GMOs have the potential to do more harm than good. The federal government should more strictly regulate GMOs because of confusion between regulatory bodies, how GMOs effect international trade and how they carry the risk of disrupting commerce within the United States.
GMOs should be regulated more strictly because the current system contains many overlaps and gaps and cannot efficiently monitor the thriving industry of genetic engineering. Rebecca Bratspies (2013) addresses these shortcomings in her article “Is Anyone Regulating? The Curious State of GMO Governance in the United States” when she says, “At least ten different laws and numerous agency regulations and guidelines are pressed into service to regulate GE plants, animals, and microorganisms. Each of these laws predates the advent of biotechnology, and they reflect widely different regulatory approaches and procedures” (p. 931).
"Genetically modified organisms have repeatedly been show to possess substantial potential to cause damage to the economy of the United States and, in light of these dangers, Americans should push for a comprehensive and effective federal regulation scheme which protects the future of American agriculture."
As Bratspies shows, the current agencies which oversee U.S GMO regulation are outdated and no longer directly relate to the regulation of GMOs. With the responsibilities allocated out between multiple agencies, no comprehensive method of assessment and regulation exists.
As a result, the regulatory framework surrounding GMOs is imbalanced. In its infancy, the GMO industry was small, manageable and its effects could not be seen or felt by the public.
However, thirty years later, its billion-dollar footprint is seen on nearly every store shelf and in countless agriculture sectors. The current system is flawed, requiring broader and stricter regulation to ensure that the rapidly expanding genetic engineering industry is receiving the attention it requires. As GMOs begin to slip through the cracks in the regulatory bureaucracy, the imperfections of the current system come to light through the harms seen by many farmers.
Regulation of GMOs should be tightened because due to the gaps in the regulatory process environmental problems have arisen as a result of GMO integration into the agricultural market. Rebecca Bratspies (2013) is again quoted saying, “The United States regulatory system for genetically engineered crops is riddled with major gaps and omissions. Omitted from the regulatory inquiry are systemic environmental issues” (p. 955-956). Here, Bratspies again reinforces the fact that there is little organized regulation of genetically modified crops and that environmental issues are not addressed through current regulation schemes. Bratspies concludes that,
As a result, the United States in in the process of reaping a harvest of environmental harms associated with uncontrolled planting of GE crops including: contamination of conventional and organic crops; an explosion of herbicide-resistant weeds; and a massive overall increase in herbicide use. (p. 925)
Without consistent and effective regulation, GMOs have spread throughout American agriculture, polluting the environment and causing unforeseen damages. These damages could have been prevented had the regulatory agencies been more thorough in their investigation before releasing them for agricultural use. However, in the wake of the discrepancies in regulation, new problems have been cultivated which are damaging to the environment. These concerns are not limited strictly to American soil though, the contamination of GMO crops with conventional crops is beginning to have international consequences as well.
Steven Mufson (2013), a writer for The Washington Post reported how in 2013, the United States agriculture market was dealt a tremendous blow when Japan and South Korea suspended wheat imports from the United States (para. 4). This decision was made in the wake of the discovery that GMOs crops had been found contaminating regular crops. The suspension marked an enormous setback not only for the wheat industry but American agriculture as a whole. This laps in oversight severely damaged American agriculture’s international reputation. Following the discovery, the European Union urged its members to closely monitor their imports for contamination and American exports were closely scrutinized on an international stage. This is only one example of GMOs effecting the international economy which in total has cost billions of dollars by throwing international agriculture markets into disarray.
GMOs carry enormous risks to America’s international agriculture trade and because current regulations do not adequately contain the production of GMOs to within the United States, they deserve stricter regulation. The United States is one of a handful of countries that argue the safety of GMOs and, as a result, are relatively tolerant of GMOs. Most other countries, however, do not share America’s opinion. Consequently, international policies are generally much more stringent. Kyndra Lundquist (2015) in her article “Unapproved Genetically Modified Corn: Its What’s for Dinner” outlines the risks when she says, “GMOs also have the potential to affect the global economy, largely because there are several sectors of the world’s population who are opposed to GMOs, and GMOs, like all plants to not respect borders, having the potential to spread or cross-contaminate with other plants” (p. 828). Because of the international community’s opinion toward GMOs, they pose a significant threat to the global economy.
This is largely the result of how plants behave naturally through processes such as pollination. Because of these natural interactions, crops can be difficult to contain to a single field and may possibly contaminate bordering fields that are destined for foreign markets. This is exactly what occurred in the case of Japan and South Korea. This idea is built upon by Arne Holst-Jenson (2008) in her article “GMO testing – trade, labeling or safety first?” when she warns of the dangers of unapproved GMOs by saying, “Unauthorized GMOs altogether pose a significant socioeconomic risk through their potential effects on trade and trust in industry and authorities” (p. 858).
When genetically engineered plants that have not been approved for sale, or have avoided inspections altogether, enter the market accidentally, the risk for how these GMOs may effect trade with other countries becomes a concern. Because of the strict regulations seen in other countries, regulation agencies must be very cautious to be sure the products being exported are not contaminated with GMOs. As seen in the case of Japan, a slip up will cause unknown amounts of damage to both the pocket and face of the agriculture industry. As the world’s leading agricultural exporter, America’s standards for GMO regulation should be thorough and above reproach, however, this is not the case.
It is imperative that the United States more closely regulate agriculture exports because of the negative effects shown through historical precedent, however the United States fails to address these concerns with their current regularity approach. The idea that current regulation does not adequately address the effects GMO contamination has on a foreign market is shown in the article, “Unapproved Genetically Modified Corn: Its What’s for Dinner” when author Kendra Lundquist (2015) states, “The current U.S regulatory scheme for unapproved GM products is weak because it fails to adequately address the ability of GM products, unlike their natural counterparts, to disrupt global markets [and] cause farmers economic loss” (p. 836). When genetic engineering first began, instead of creating an entirely new organization for the regulation of a relatively new science, the duties of regulation were divided among the most relevant preexisting administrations. While this may have been sufficient three decades ago, today, exports to foreign countries, where GMOs are considered as unsafe, are not required to undergo more strenuous tests to ensure that what is exiting the country is not tainted with GMOs.
As made clear through the occurrence with Japan, many gaps exist in America’s regulation process and must be addressed by regulatory agencies. Later in her article, Lundquist (2015) supports the notion of tightening regulation by pointing out that, “The United States can avoid the economic costs that GM escapes cause in the domestic and international agriculture markets as well as litigation arising from these incidents through improved oversight” (p. 851). Here, the author argues that increased federal oversight through regulation will alleviate the concerns of economic damages by more strictly monitoring the production of products leaving the country. With so much of the world opposed to GMOs, America’s indiscrete attitude toward regulation should be concerning. A continuation of current regulatory practices is only setting America up for another economic trade blow and it is only a matter of time before the recent history with Japan is repeated. Under regulation of GMOs pose a distinct threat to the foreign economy of American agriculture, however, the effects of GMO regulatory deficiencies may soon be felt within the domestic sphere of the United States as well.
Many Americans have long argued for the mandatory labeling of GMO products and, as a result of public opinion, many states have recently pushed for the regulation of GMOs within their state. As documented by Morgan Helme (2013) in her article “Genetically Modified Food Fight: The FDA Should Step Up to the Regulatory Plate so States Do Not Cross the Constitutional Line” as many as twenty-five states have considered labeling requirements for products containing GMOs, however, no state has been able to pass measures that would implement GMO labeling (p. 358). The federal government has long maintained the position that GMOs do not require extensive regulation. The reason for this, as Helmes (2013) points out, is that “Despite consumer support for GMO labeling, the FDA does not require it without a showing of adverse health effects” (p. 363). However, many states relentlessly advocate the labeling of GMO products. If the states are successful in their push for individual regulation, a variety of issues would arise that would be damaging to the economy of the United States.
Cooperation between states is vital for commerce to freely flow from one state to another. Individual state regulations which differ from one state to another have the potential to effect certain economies within interstate commerce. To avoid this, the federal government should unilaterally regulate the labeling of all GMO products within the United States. While commenting on Vermont’s action to introduce mandatory GMO labeling laws, Jim Kling (2014), author of “Labeling for Better or Worse” comments that, “Companies would have to choose between dropping the Vermont market, developing a Vermont-only label for thousands of products or changing labels nationwide.
Companies argue that the latter two choices would be burdensome to interstate commerce” (p. 1180). When an individual state requires special labeling it is no longer conducive or profitable for food producers to market to that state. This is because the cost of modifying the current infrastructure to align with the mandated segregation of GMO crops would significantly increase production costs for producers. In essence, by adding select requirements for GMO business within an individual state, most producers are discouraged from business interactions with that state because the cost is simply too high.
Many states control huge percentages of production in select agricultural products and when prominent production states regulate themselves any adverse effects would rebound across the entire market. According to Helmes (2013), if large agricultural states such as California implemented statewide labeling standards, nearly twelve percent of the food market within the United States would be effected. In turn, companies would have to weigh the cost of changing their labels for one state to the cost of avoiding California as a whole (p. 372). Changes in regulation of states that lead America in the production of agricultural commodities would have national implications and the increased complexity of interstate commerce may result in untold economic weakening. Remarking on this idea of state regulation, Helmes (2015) furthers the argument by stating that, “The impact may be magnified if multiple states pass different labeling requirements, which would require packaging to contains several variously worded GMO warnings in order to comply with all regulations” (p. 373).
If each state were to regulate individually, much confusion would be generated between the states due to differing or contradictory regulations. When multiple states create individual regulations, the issue of interstate regulation complication is compounded and food producers would be put in an increasingly tighter situation. Producers would have to create individual labels to correlate with specific state regulations, resulting in previously unnecessary expenditures for producers. Ultimately, because of increased costs, producers may decide to terminate business to specially regulated states. Such terminations would damage that state’s economy. Overarching government implemented standards, providing voluntary regulation, would satisfy states appeals for regulation and would alleviate potential confusion among producers as well as maintain the economic balance between states.
The European Union (EU) has long held the opinion that GMOs should be regulated because they are harmful, however, in the United States the call for regulation does not stem from fear. Rather, it originates simply from the desire to know what is in the food people consume. Prior to the mandatory regulation of GMOs in the European Union, genetically modified food faced a barrage of public criticism and, upon its mandatory labeling, GMO products nearly became extinct in European countries (Helme, 374).
Agencies should implement regulations on a voluntary basis to prevent an attitude of fear toward GMOs and to help avoid the alienation of GMOs on the agriculture market in the United States. In most regards, the American public is very subdued in their criticism of GMO products and they do not share the paranoia seen in Europe. With the American public still moderately tolerant of GMO products, regulatory agencies should introduce voluntary labeling to avert the catastrophe following European regulation. As seen in Europe and noted by Helmes (2013) in her article, “When coupled with a negative perception of GMOs…mandatory labeling can push genetically modified (GM) food out of the market” (p. 380). Helmes echoes this later when she explains how mandatory labeling in Europe effectively barred GMO food products out of the European market (p. 381).
Fear and speculation can be powerful motivators and under their influence the European public distanced themselves from GMO products and drove them off the shelves. These actions ended any future for the GMO market in Europe. American agriculture is overwhelmingly dominated by genetic engineering and traces of GMO products can be seen in thousands of products. Essentially, GMOs are the bread and butter of American agriculture. If Americans were to respond in the same way as seen in Europe, the agriculture industry would likely loose billions of dollars, causing incalculable damage to the American economy. By responding to American’s call for GMO labeling with unilateral federal regulation, situations such as those seen in Europe can be avoided.
Not everyone agrees that GMOs should be regulated however. Some proponents of genetic engineering argue that GMOs have not been found to genetically alter plants which would result in hazardous crops, as such GMOs do not require extensive regulation. Author’s Alan McHughen and Stuart Smyth (2008) advocate the safety of genetically engineered crops in their article “US regulatory system for genetically modified [genetically modified organism (GMO), rDNA or transgenic] crop cultivars” when they relate that the incidences of hazardous crops being created by unexpected genetic changes is extremely low (p. 3). GMOs have not been found to be inherently harmful and cases of harmful GMOs occurring naturally in the environment are very uncommon.
This apparent safety has resulted in regulatory agencies placing an unusual amount of trust in producers to identify and report problems to the appropriate authorities. Commenting on this process, McHughen and Smyth (2008) note that it is, “A system that has worked remarkably well considering the lack of hazards reported for new crop cultivars over the years” (p. 3). According to the authors, this system of checks and balances is an effective preventative measure against potential harms associated with genetically modified organisms. The problem with this approach however is that the regulatory agencies have failed to consider what motivation producers would have to report incidences of hazardous crops.
Regulatory agencies have essentially given producers the power to regulate themselves. This may be the reason hazards of genetic engineering have not appeared in recent years. Producers could be protecting their business by ignoring concerns they are supposed to report. Bratspies (2013) comments on the effects of a leniently regulated market when she says, “Private actors, motivated by short-term interests, are able to engage in conduct that imposes risks on wider society without any democratic consideration of the acceptability of those risks” (p. 926).
Producers eliminate the possibility of regulating themselves because increased regulation surrounding their business may cut into their profits. Bratspies continues saying, “It is precisely because individuals make decisions based on individual and short-term considerations that environmental regulation is necessary” (p. 943). Producers trying to make a profit cannot be trusted with the safety of the products they produce. Because individuals often act in response to personal interests, the notion that they would purposely report situations that could hurt their business is an irrational conclusion. As such, regulation should be controlled by a separate, unbiased organization such as the federal government.
GMOs should be more closely regulated by federal agencies because current standards do not address a variety of concerns seen in the status quo. Although further investigation into the necessity for stricter GMO regulation is required, many issues have been addressed which together suggest that the regulatory processes surrounding GMOs are in desperate need of improvement and strengthening. First, regulatory agencies overlooking GMOs are ineffective and outdated. Because of this they are no longer capable to effectively monitor the rapidly expanding industry of genetic engineering and many environmental problems have begun to arise. Additionally, existing regulations fail to address the effect GMOs play in international trade and, as seen through past precedent, the potential for economic damage to occur should never be underestimated.
Finally, commerce between states has the potential to be damaged if the regulation of GMOs is not strengthened through federally mandated unilateral regulation. Genetically modified organisms have repeatedly been show to possess substantial potential to cause damage to the economy of the United States and, in light of these dangers, Americans should push for a comprehensive and effective federal regulation scheme which protects the future of American agriculture.
Source (where you can also find all the references): Inquiries Journal
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Bitcoin is an encrypted global electronics payment system in which prices are stored in an electronic, publicly available ledger called blockchain. Blockchain and associated cryptotechnologies hold out the promise of — and in some ways already are — revolutionizing the ecosystem of trading and settlement, as John Plansky, Tim O’Donnell, and Kimberly Richards laid out comprehensively in strategy+business in early 2016.
Many of the institutions that facilitate the movement of capital around the world and manage investments have cast a jaundiced eye on bitcoin. Jamie Dimon, chief executive of JPMorgan Chase, this month dismissed it as a “fraud,” while Larry Fink, head of BlackRock, said the cryptocurrency’s rise “just shows you how much demand for money laundering there is in the world.”
Others are taking a more proactive approach to bitcoin and other digital currencies. It was reported in early October, for example, that Goldman Sachs was exploring the possibility of trading bitcoin. And in late October, the operator of the world’s biggest futures exchange, CME Group, appeared to give a vote of confidence in the cryptocurrency by announcing its planned launch of futures contracts on bitcoin.
CME, which runs the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, plans in the fourth quarter to offer bitcoin futures “given increasing client interest in evolving cryptocurrency markets.” Futures, of course, are financial instruments that allow investors and companies to hedge against future rises or falls in the price of the assets such as crude oil, an interest rate, or a currency. CME is best known for its benchmark interest rate futures, which are used globally by companies and traders to protect against — and speculate in — the future movement of interest rates.
But the group also has a track record of getting into some pretty esoteric products, which is what bitcoin might look like to some. Back in 2006, CME launched a futures contract on the likelihood of snow falling (pdf) at certain locations — such as airports — as a way of helping tourism companies and local governments “prepare for winter,” as it said at the time.
So, are bitcoin futures just another punt on trading exotica, or are they a sign that one of the most systemically significant financial institutions in the U.S. is making a bold bet on the future of cryptocurrency?
Bitcoin has certainly been volatile in its short life as a traded instrument. But even without CME offering futures contracts, there’s evidence it is being taken seriously by traders as an asset class in its own right. Bitcoin is the largest convertible virtual currency by market capitalization — worth close to US$72 billion as of August 2017 (pdf), according to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the U.S. futures regulator that also oversees CME Group.
Indeed, the CFTC in 2015 designated bitcoin and other virtual currencies a “commodity.” Other regulators around the world have similarly given it their stamp of approval, although one suspects these designations have been made as much to be able to regulate bitcoin as anything else. (The tax and regulatory treatment of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies continues to evolve, and there are significant open questions about how cryptocurrency is treated on balance sheets, and how profits and losses should be taxed.)
But, bottom line, bitcoin is not in the same speculative league as snowflakes. Nor is the CME’s move a sign that it necessarily thinks bitcoin has legs as a new way of conducting transactions.
Bitcoin is not in the same speculative league as snowflakes.
The clue lies in the fact that the planned futures contract is cash-settled as opposed to physically settled. Physically settled futures require the holder to either produce the commodity or take delivery from an exchange’s clearing house once the contract expires, as was the case when pork belly futures first started trading in Chicago in 1961.
Cash-settled futures involve the issuance of a final debit or credit to a customer when the contract expires, with the amount determined by the level at which the trader’s speculation on the future price of the underlying asset ended up at contract expiry.
Futures traders love cash-settled plays because there’s therefore no need to store or hold a particular commodity or underlying asset to make good on the bet embedded in the futures contract once it expires. It’s a purely financial transaction. CME’s popular e-mini S&P futures contracts are cash-settled. In other words, the new bitcoin futures allow speculation on bitcoin without the need to make the financial commitment to take possession of bitcoin itself.
This type of product is appealing because, at a time of historically low volatility, instruments that have the potential to move quickly are likely to be well-received by a trading community starved of high-beta opportunities. Traders make money when markets are volatile and struggle to do so when they are not.
And we have been stuck in a period of low volatility for some time now: The Chicago Board Options Exchange’s VIX index — or “fear index” — is reading 9.8, well below its long-term average of 20. The latest quarter’s bank earnings show how low volatility continues to crimp the trading business. BNP Paribas was the latest last week to blame “unfavorable” market conditions for a sharp fall in revenues. In such an environment, the recent wild swings in bitcoin’s value mean that bitcoin is effectively the only volatility play in town.
In the physical bitcoin market, there is already a feeding frenzy under way, with specialist trading firms taking often large positions. As the Financial Times reported, DRW — a firm that has its roots in the open-outcry trading pits of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange — has a team of people trading nothing but bitcoin at a subsidiary called Cumberland Mining.
With many such firms building up possibly large positions in bitcoin, it was only a matter of time before futures contracts emerged as a way for firms to hedge their exposures — and as a way to offer a purely speculative product.
In addition, CME doubtless has an eye on the high-frequency traders who provide so much of the volume of global futures exchanges these days. This breed — made famous by Michael Lewis in his book Flash Boys — make money by exploiting tiny pricing differentials in split-second computer dealing.
So for CME, it will not matter whether bitcoin is ultimately successful as a new form of carrying out transactions in order to justify the launch of bitcoin futures. They just need to be popular as a trade for a while — and with luck, a long while. After all, exchanges like CME make money each time a “buy” or “sell” order is punched into a computer and a deal completed.
It’s true that the heads of some large financial institutions may not want to talk about bitcoin anymore. But it’s also fair to say that as more institutions embrace the mining and trading of bitcoin, it will become much more difficult to ignore this new commodity.
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As one of the most recognized law firms in the area, Archer & Greiner offers vast resources for a wide range of legal matters. One of its most distinguishing features is its family law department, equipped to handle divorce, custody/parenting time, child support, college contribution, alimony, relocation, adoption and domestic violence. It also offers mediation or arbitration as an alternative to litigation.
However, it’s the people within the family law department who make the difference in clients’ lives, attorneys who not only have résumés full of accomplishments, but the essential human qualities that clients need during a trying time. Here are Archer’s matrimonial and family law attorneys:
Stephanie J. Zane, Partner, Family Law Department Chair
Zane attended St. Joseph’s University followed by Rutgers University-Camden School of Law. She was a law clerk in Camden Superior Court prior to joining Archer & Greiner nearly 20 years ago.
Zane pursued family law because she likes helping people. “Family law is an area of law in which you see an immediate impact of your attorney/client relationship. Every case is different—so being a family law attorney is never boring,” she says. The emotional impact of divorce can cause challenges, which requires a special approach by an attorney. “Sometimes emotions drive the decisions that a client wants to make or the positions they want to advance. Managing the emotions while encouraging a rational and civil decision makes it a difficult balance. … Family law attorneys must be empathic, understanding and supportive of the needs of the client but they must also be able to manage the expectations of the client within the confines of the law.”
However, she is rewarded whenever a client moves forward with a life they did not think was possible. “Family law is about forming relationships—with the client, the adversaries, the bar and the court,” Zane says. “Your success as a family lawyer is based upon your reputation and it is essential to set the foundation for your career early.”
Jennie A. Owens, Partner
Having witnessed her own parents’ divorce as a young child, Owens saw the need for empathetic attorneys who could appreciate the stress it creates on the entire family, including children. She pursued a career in law, graduating from Rutgers University School of Law in 2006. Owens has been with Archer for almost 13 years and, along with practicing all types of family law, she also handles adoptions and appeals.
Her experience has shown her she needs to be able to tackle anything that comes her way. “Often, emergencies arise in family law that require immediate attention. Being able to pivot and put out fires, while continuing to meet time constraints can be a challenge,” she says. “Helping people through a very difficult time and helping them meet their goals is the most rewarding aspect of this job. So often, in an initial meeting, a client is concerned about how they will survive following the divorce. Seeing them thrive at the end is very rewarding.”
Nothing beats adoptions, though, Owens says. “Adoptions are my favorite part of this job. Seeing the joy on the parents’ and the child’s face when they are finally recognized as a family is the most rewarding moment.”
Owens says Archer has given her the ability to have a work/life balance, particularly during the pandemic. “It is a supportive environment that allows me to meet the needs of my children, my family and my clients. I also work with a group of smart, professional and talented attorneys. The ability to collaborate with the other members of our department makes me a better lawyer.”
Drew Burach, Partner
Burach has been an attorney since 2004 after graduating from Rutgers Law School. He served as a judicial law clerk prior to joining Archer in 2005, and has remained there since. Now a partner, Burach focuses on all areas of family law, from alimony and college contribution to distribution of assets and liabilities.
“I was drawn to family law very early on in law school by the distinctiveness of the practice as it touches on so many areas of the law—tax, real estate, municipal, criminal, bankruptcy, appellate work, etc.,” he says. “I was further intrigued by the opportunity to advocate on behalf of clients in so many different forums—mediations, arbitrations, motions and trials, all of which are a regular part of my practice.”
Burach recognizes how dramatically an individual’s life can change with divorce, and works with clients to navigate those circumstances to produce as positive an outcome as possible. Being a part of Archer contributes to those outcomes, he says.
“Working at the Family and Matrimonial Law Department at Archer is often like being a part of a think tank. We brainstorm, bounce ideas, talk and formulate creative solutions—all to meet our client’s goals and objectives. This energy is a major benefit of being a client of Archer.”
Marie E. Lihotz, Of Counsel
Lihotz served more than 20 years with New Jersey’s judiciary. Prior to that, her firm represented small and family businesses, often dealing with divorces. After her time as a judge, Lihotz began working in the area of alternative dispute resolution, aiding parties as a neutral in arbitrations and mediations. “Working as a neutral, I try to get each party to be collaborative—to calmly consider the best alternative to resolving their disagreements without spending the time and emotion associated with litigation. That way each person finds satisfaction in accepting the result,” she says.
As a mediator, Lihotz says the most important skills are listening, understanding each party’s objectives and then rationally assessing each objective to find the best course of action. “This requires knowledge of the law, a practical view of reaching a goal, firmly evaluating unrealistic expectations, patience to work through each issue and understanding that the mediator and counsel can address immediate needs.”
Lihotz is surrounded by amazing people at Archer who are knowledgeable, sensitive and practical. “The firm has specialists to handle related issues regarding wills, tax concerns or real estate sales. Collectively we strive to provide our clients with dependable overall service addressing all their legal needs,” she says.
Tara L. Hanna, Associate
Hanna attended American University where she obtained her bachelor’s in political science and literature. She then received her law degree from Rutgers University School of Law. Hanna says family law is a good fit for her because it allows her to work with clients on an emotional level as they transition through a difficult part of their lives. “I love having a job where I interact with people on a daily basis and can establish a close relationship with my clients,” she says. But the job is not without its challenges, she adds, especially in regard to clients’ children.
Hanna says the most important qualities that a family law attorney should possess include empathy, patience, creativity and the ability to communicate effectively. “Helping clients see the light at the end of the tunnel and playing a part in their new beginning is the most rewarding aspect of my job,” she says.
Professionally, Hanna loves the collaborative culture of Archer. “I feel confident providing my clients with comprehensive advice when other types of law may interact with their matter because I can consult with experts in almost every other legal field.”
William J. Thompson, Partner
Thompson has spent the whole of his four-decade career at Archer. He clerked at the firm while attending the University of Pennsylvania School of Law and accepted a position upon graduation. He has served as department chair, co-chair of the Camden County Bar Association Family Law Committee and president of the Thomas S. Forkin Family Law Inn of Court, among others. He has extensive experience in all aspects of family law and is a trained mediator.
“I was drawn to family law as I had experienced the difficulties of divorce as a young adult through the divorce of my parents. My focus and goal in every case is to find the least combative manner of reaching an amicable resolution which works for all sides. … Success requires patience, compassion and a willingness to bond with the client in a meaningful and sincere way,” he says.
Thompson is proud of the work he’s done with Archer and the relationships he has built with colleagues. “I have had the privilege of working with highly skilled professionals who share a sense of family. We care as much about each other as we do our clients.”
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OJEE 2019 Postponed
OJEE 2019 Postponed due to Cyclone Fani – A notification has been issued by the Odisha Joint Entrance Exam Board (OJEEB) stated that now the OJEE 2019 (pen paper-based test) will be conducted on 18th of May, 2019. Earlier the entrance exam was going to take place on 12th of May (pen paper-based test) and 13th of May (computer-based test), 2019. But recently the entrance exam date has been rescheduled due to the occurrence of so-called mayhem ‘Cyclone Fani’.
The dates for OJEE 2019 for computer-based test are yet to be notified.
However, the roll no. will remain the same as allotted to the candidates for the pen paper-based test.
The Admit Card which was previously scheduled for the 12th of May, 2019 PBT mode exam will still be valid for the exam on 18th of May, 2019.
Moreover, the location of the exam centers and the exam shift and timing will also remain the same as scheduled earlier.
No information regarding the change in exam centers, timing and shifts and exam date for computer-based test is available. A new Admit Card will be issued to the candidates for OJEE 2019 computer-based test once the date is declared.
Candidates are advice to keep checking the OJEE 2019 official website for updates.
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The depth of flavor and soft, chewy goodness that’s in these Brown Sugar Cookies will instantly have you falling in love! And with a minimal ingredients list and short bake time, there’s even more to love about these cookies than their flavor!
You Have To Try This Brown Sugar Cookies Recipe
We all know and love the flavor as well as the nostalgia of biting into Classic Sugar Cookies! They’re soft, tender, and lightly sweet! And while those are delicious, these Brown Sugar Cookies are an elevated version that lends a deeper flavor from dark brown sugar.
The depth of flavor and ease of this recipe make them worth saving a spot for in your annual holiday cookie tins! And though the ingredients may seem simple, they pack a big bite of flavor into the cookies that’s incredibly unforgettable!
Plus, who doesn’t love a cookie recipe that’s easy to make using minimal ingredients yet is still holiday cookie-worthy?! Or everyday cookie-worthy!
What Are Brown Sugar Sugar Cookies?
Brown Sugar Sugar Cookies are made with dark brown sugar for a tasty twist on classic sugar cookies! Since they’re made with dark brown sugar, you can expect and enjoy a deeper-flavored sugar cookie that gives off a cozy, sweet flavor!
Brown Sugar Cookie Ingredients
- Bread Flour
- Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
- Baking Powder
- Unsalted Butter
- Dark Brown Sugar (light can also be used)
- Large Eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- Granulated sugar
Pair bread flour with a box of instant vanilla pudding mix and a handful of pantry staples to create the most delicious brown sugar cookie that you’ll ever have! While bread flour does create softer cookies, it can be swapped out for all-purpose flour instead, though the texture of the cookies will slightly change.
Other substitutions include using salted butter in place of unsalted butter. However, the additional salt will need to be cut back to 1 teaspoon. Lastly, half a teaspoon of almond extract may be used in place of vanilla extract.
Variations On Brown Sugar Cookies
- Brown Sugar – Light brown sugar may be used instead of dark brown sugar. Since dark brown sugar has more molasses than light brown sugar, this swap will provide a slight flavor variation. You can also use a combination of both sugars!
- Ground Cinnamon – Give these Brown Sugar Cookies a sweet cinnamon flavor by adding 1/2 teaspoon to 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. You can also add other spices, such as ginger, nutmeg, or even pumpkin pie spice!
- Sugar Coating – Instead of rolling the cookie dough balls in granulated sugar, you can roll them in coarse sugar for added crunch. You can also roll the cookies in sprinkles for an added touch of fun!
- Optional Add-Ins – These cookies are a delicious blank slate that is great for adding mix-ins! Add in some chocolate chips or chopped toasted walnuts or pecans.
- Pop-Tarts Cookies – I use this delicious brown sugar dough as the base for my Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tart Cookies recipe!
How To Make Brown Sugar Cookies
Step 1: Whisk the bread flour, box of instant vanilla pudding mix, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Set this aside.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, cream the unsalted butter and dark brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or by using an electric mixer.
Step 3: Add the large eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, mixing after each addition until just incorporated.
Step 4: Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until light and fluffy. Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl as needed when mixing.
Step 5: Turn the mixer on low speed and slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients a little to a time. Mix until fully incorporated; the dough will take on a Play-Doh texture and not be sticky.
Step 6: Portion out the dough using a cookie scoop.
Step 7: Add granulated sugar to a small, shallow bowl and then roll the cookie dough balls in the white sugar to coat them.
Step 8: Transfer the sugar-coated cookies to baking pans that are lined with parchment paper. Then, bake the cookies one pan sheet at a time.
Step 9: Remove the baked cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips For Making Soft and Chewy Brown Sugar Sugar Cookies
- Bread Flour – Since bread flour has a higher protein content than all-purpose flour, it yields chewier and slightly softer cookies. Therefore, to bake the best Brown Sugar Cookies, I’d recommend baking these cookies with bread flour.
- Measuring Ingredients – For the best recipe results, measure ingredients by gram using a kitchen scale. We tested the recipe both ways, using a kitchen scale and measuring cups, and either way will work; however, measuring by grams is the most accurate. If you choose to use measuring cups, I highly recommend making sure that you’re measuring flour correctly.
- Unsalted Butter – Using unsalted butter over salted butter gives you flavor control over the entire recipe, creating a cookie with the perfect taste every time!
- Two Baking Sheets – It’s best to use two baking sheets when baking cookies. This will prevent the cookie dough from being dropped onto a hot baking sheet, which could ultimately change the structure of the cookie.
How To Store This Brown Sugar Cookie Recipe
Store Brown Sugar Cookies in an airtight container to enjoy for up to one week. These cookies can also be frozen for longer storage or to get a jump start on holiday baking!
To freeze the baked cookies, layer them in a freezer-safe container with parchment paper separating the layers. Then, transfer them to the freezer to store for 2 to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature to enjoy!
If you prefer, you can also freeze brown sugar cookie dough to bake off for a freshly baked treat later! To freeze cookie dough, place the portioned cookie dough onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
Afterward, transfer the sheets of cookie dough to the freezer for an hour to flash-freeze them. Flash-freezing the dough will prevent the dough balls from freezing together in one big clump.
Next, transfer the frozen cookie dough balls into a freezer Ziploc bag with the excess air squeezed out of it. Then, store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Brown Sugar Cookies FAQs
Yes, these cookies can be baked on silicone mats instead of parchment paper. Just be sure to keep a close eye on them as they bake since the cookies tend to bake quicker on silicone mats.
No, the box of vanilla pudding mix is added to the recipe in its powder form. Do not prepare the pudding mix according to the instructions on the box!
If you choose to use light brown sugar instead of dark brown sugar when making this cookie recipe, there will be a slight flavor difference, as well as lighter-colored cookies.
Yes, brown sugar does create cookies with a darker color!
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Brown Sugar Cookie Recipe
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line two 12×17-inch baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the 3⅔ cups bread flour, 1 (3.3oz.) box instant vanilla pudding mix, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1¼ teaspoons salt. Set aside.3⅔ cups bread flour, 1 (3.3oz.) box instant vanilla pudding mix, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1¼ teaspoons salt
- In a separate large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together 1 cup unsalted butter and 1½ cups dark brown sugar for 1 minute until smooth.1 cup unsalted butter, 1½ cups dark brown sugar
- Add in the 3 large eggs one at a time, mixing after each one just until incorporated.3 large eggs
- Add 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract and mix for 2 minutes until light and fluffy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- With the mixer running on low speed, slowly add the dry ingredients a little at a time to the wet ingredients until fully incorporated. The dough should come together in a play-doh texture and not be sticky.
- Measure the dough into 2-ounce portions of dough. You can make these as drop cookies with a cookie scoop (we use a #24 size for these) or roll into balls.
- Add ½ cup granulated sugar to a small bowl and roll the cookies in it to coat them.
- Add 9 cookies to each pan with 2 inches of space between them. Bake one sheet at a time.
- Bake for 7 to 9 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- It is best to go by the gram measurements in this recipe. During testing, we measured both ways for each batch to ensure that the measurements were correct both ways, but grams will be the most accurate. If you are going to use measuring cups, make sure you are measuring your flour correctly.
- Light brown sugar may be used instead of dark, but we preferred the stronger flavor of dark in these cookies.
- All-purpose flour may be used instead of bread flour, but we found the bread flour yielded a slightly softer cookie.
- Using two baking sheets is important because you don’t want to put the cookie dough down on a hot pan.
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- The purpose of this Privacy Notice is to protect the rights and privacy of living individuals and to ensure that personal data is not processed by Surelock without the person’s knowledge or consent, unless otherwise permitted. The Privacy Notice also sets out individuals’ rights under the data protection legislation.
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- Surelock complies with the requirements of the prevailing data protection legislation with regard to the collection, storage, processing and disclosure of personal information and is committed to upholding the core data protection principles.
- Surelock is committed to a policy of protecting the rights and privacy of individuals (including staff, course delegates, trainees and trainers, clients, subjects of investigations and others) in accordance with the data protection legislation.
- Surelock needs to process certain information about its staff, trainees and trainers, sub-contractors and other individuals it has dealings with such as clients, and to comply with legal obligations and government requirements.
- During the course of its core business activities Surelock will be instructed to process the personal data of individuals who are identified in clients’ instructions or during the course of the investigation undertaken pursuant to such instructions. Surelock will not process any personal data without first having established the lawful basis on which to process personal data, which when necessary will be recorded in a Data Privacy Impact Assessment.
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- The policy applies to all Data Subjects. In the event of a breach of the data protection legislation or this Privacy Notice by a member of staff, Surelock employment disciplinary procedures will apply otherwise it will constitute a breach of contract.
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Any operation related to organisation, retrieval, disclosure and deletion of data and includes: Obtaining and recording data. Accessing, altering, adding to, merging, deleting data. Retrieval, consultation or use of data. Disclosure or otherwise making available of data.
Relevant Filing System
Any paper filing system or other manual filing system, which is structured so that information about an individual is readily accessible. Please note that this is the definition of “Relevant Filing System”. Personal data as defined, and covered, by the prevailing data protection legislation can be held in any format, electronic (including websites and emails), paper-based, photographic etc. from which the individual’s information can be readily extracted.
Investigative Service Provider (‘Professional Investigation’)
The Private Security Industry Act 2001 defines investigations as:
…. to any surveillance, inquiries or investigations that are carried out for the purpose of:
obtaining information about a particular person or about the activities or whereabouts of a particular person; or
obtaining information about the circumstances in which or means by which property has been lost or damaged
Litigation Support Services
An investigation agency client portfolio will inevitably include members of the legal profession and thus potentially forms part of the judicial process. Lawyers rely on outsourced investigative services for a number of reasons; primarily as part of their own case handling for lay, professional or commercial clients in contentious scenarios in contemplation of, or part of on-going legal proceedings. This work is referred to within the judicial system as “Litigation Support” and often includes activities that process personal data.
Privacy, in its broadest sense, is about the right of an individual to be left alone. It can take two main forms, and these can be subject to different types of intrusion: Physical privacy – interference such as surveillance and the taking of biometric information, and Informational privacy – the ability of a person to control, edit, manage, and delete information about themselves and to decide how and to what extent such information is communicated to others.
Data protection law
The UK General Data Protection Regulation as applied in the UK and The Data Protection Act 2018.
Data Protection Principles
All processing of personal data must be done in accordance with the six data protection principles, which collectively demonstrates Surelock accountability.
- Personal data shall be processed fairly, lawfully and transparently.
Data processing will not be lawful unless it satisfies at least one of the following processing conditions:
- Consent – The Data Subject has provided valid consent for the processing.
- Contract – The processing is necessary for the performance of a contract.
- Legal obligation – The processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which the Controller is subject.
- Legitimate interest – The processing is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, the client or Surelock except where such interests are overridden by the interests or fundamental rights of the Data Subject. Fraud prevention, cybersecurity and direct marketing are examples of the type of activities that might constitute legitimate interests.
- Vital interest – The processing is necessary to protect the Data Subject’s vital interests, such as in a medical emergency.
- Public interest – Processing is necessary for a task carried out in the public interest.
- Purpose limitation – Data processing must relate to a specific, explicit and legitimate purpose. Data must not be processed in a manner that is incompatible with the stated purpose/s. Generic purpose statements will not be compatible with the data protection legislation.
- Data minimisation – Data collected must be limited to what is necessary. It must be adequate, relevant and not excessive, having regard to the stated purpose for which data is being processed.
- Accuracy – Data must be kept accurate and up to date. Controllers must be able to correct personal data ‘without undue delay’.
- Storage limitation – Data should not be kept for any longer than is necessary. Data retention policies should establish time limits for erasure, although it is permissible to retain data for longer periods for archive or statistical purposes only.
- Integrity and confidentiality – Personal data must be processed in a manner that ensures appropriate security including protection against unauthorised or unlawful processing, loss, destruction or damage, using appropriate technical or organisational measures.
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No image no track no sequence no discernible context no structure just contrast just action just movement just breath. A circular urge. Modular attention. An epoch defined across a set of organs. Modular attention. The invention of your progress. Modular attention. Progress is your own particular rhythm of loss. Sensational loss, as in sensations, as in tactile, as in the distances it takes to return to a feeling of nothing. Take a record of this data seriously. There are schema to facilitate. And the standard is a powerful schema. The familiar is a powerful schema. The severance is a powerful schema. The reparation is a powerful schema. The permanence of any state — powerful. There’s a personal subordinance. There are schema to facilitate for you. The circular urge. The urge is to have the urge. Is to comport towards the urge. Is a process of urging. Is consumption.
As in appetite. As in a prepared state1, extant before and then received into us. As in a hum of gathered intervals, when the act of gathering is an act of primacy. An act of coherence. An act in any order said to cohere to the next. Any act. Any order. The fact of an order at all. The fact of a word being one less that wasn’t. Being in any unresolved spaces at any given time, threatening. With no standard but state. By no practice but state. Through no process no discovery but states and states fulfilled. The shape of the fulfillment of a state. Every shape irregular in exactly the meant ways and the interaction of them to build towards some others. At every point chosen to accumulate. Urging to accumulate.
open sentiment open travail
open process bald comprehension
The coagulant of these is a powerful schema. An invitation to schema. An instance contingent only on the ability to receive impulse. An instance meant to alter and affix that impulse so that while the urge is fluid the instance has captured its shape at a given point in order to persist. Persist wrongly, of course. This is a misrepresentation, of course. The urge has moved on, of course. This is its point.
There were other points however. At one point we could choose to go on to progress or accumulate. At one point we could choose to begin in the first place. And imagine not choosing. How would the schema assemble? How would the appetite express? How would an act, any act at all, come to know its shape? Only in organic states of which input received. It could be ideal. But there would have to be no urge. And there would have to be no impulse. And this, we think, is much to ask.
An unfortunate unattended by the columns of their life. The idea of an unfortunate subjected then to the gathering intervals, reflectant of them, the intervals, until they themselves are constituted to the same rhythm, now of interruption.
And where this rhythm touches and discords, these are ripe for schema.
For moments of weakness and moments of strength.
For debonair and revealing gestures.
For the pregnant pause of an advancement of any kind.
They are not simply happenings, they are concordances, concordant with a revelation of character. This process fulfills schema. Schema which is pleasurable. Schema which is pleasure.
The pleasure of what is accounted for, the process of accounting. Of having a function prepared for every constituent part. Knowing what goes where and why, what for. A constituent part is a pleasure. A non-constituent part doesn’t exist. Is a falsehood, or illusions. And what is gained via the illusory? Many things, though not pleasure, not in comparable amounts. Only the uncomparable. Comfort, perhaps.
A record is created below notice, beyond notice, a record is creating itself. An index of what the rhythms have effectuated. Any record is a personhood.
The moral dimension of a pleasurable schema. Its locus among the spectrum. Its movable capabilities. As the schema is being located, can its locus on this spectrum change? Can it clarify? Can it comport? These questions are the tension of beginning at all.
The political dimension of this schema, too. In all ways, too.
The moral dimension of a pleasure object. The political dimension of a pleasure object. The aesthetic dimension of a pleasure object. The monetary dimension of a pleasure object. The etymological dimension of a pleasure object. The heritagical dimension of a pleasure object.2
A locus clarifying along these spectrums at once. Favorably, favorably so.
There are tensions in the history of this.
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Have you ever taken your car in to get an alignment, if you haven’t recently I would recommend it. This can significantly improve the life of your tire by decreasing wear and tear on your tire and car. Where am I going with this and how does this relate to my back? Our hips control the alignment of out body while moving, if one is tight and not moving optimally it can affect our body mainly our back, so check your hips to fix your back. Our body is an efficient machine but like any machine it needs regular maintenance and care to perform at its best.
Tightness in the hips can cause up to rotate at the bottom of a squat, or other movements with your feet on the ground. This hip tightness then causes us to use abnormal movement patterns, that can not only lead to increased stress on the low back but also the knees and ankles. Here is an easy way to check and see if you have any hip limitations.
Hip rotation check:
Now that you have check to see what direction you are limited with, we can go through some exercises to fix it. With this type of hip limitation consistency is key to getting results. We are going to focus on hip internal rotation (when seated foot goes out) which I see most often. These are great exercises for external rotation (when seated foot goes in) limitations as well.
Place the band high on the back of the hip just below the glutes and move back as tolerated. Tight leg should be back, hips should push forward with an active core to take stress off of low back. This should be held for 1-2 minutes.
Place the band high on the inside of the groin and move out as tolerated. band leg should be up and close to the band anchor point. While kneeling push the knee in tell a stretch is felt, let the band pull and try to relax the hip. This should be held for 1-2 minutes.
Hip flexor AR-
Place KB just inside the bone on the front of the hip, with the knee bent. Then straighten out the leg 6-10 times and with the knee bent let the knee drop to the side 6-10 times.
Now that we have gotten things mobile we need to get the muscle working to keep the changes that we have made.
Band Side Steps-
Place band around the ankle (if that is to hard move it up), turn toes slightly in. Start feet about hip width and step out to around shoulder width.
Start with both legs on the ground and focus on activating glutes with minimal hamstring activation. As you progress and can perform double leg exercises with minimal hamstring activation start preforming this exercise with one leg. Perform 2-3 sets of 8-12 reps or until hamstring become more active or glutes fatigue.
Squat warm up routine. Check out the video to find out more.
If you still have issues give us a call and we can help you out.
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Gift cards, cash, pre-paid credit cards and sweepstakes entries – these are main reward options survey companies offer their members for completing online surveys. On the surface, cash might seem like the obvious top reward choice, but you might be surprised to learn that it’s not always the best choice.
Cash is king, right?
Receiving a cash payment made to your PayPal account is the most popular way to get paid for taking surveys. Cash is versatile and it’s nice to have the freedom to be able to spend it any which way you choose – hence its popularity.
But receiving cash payments can also have some drawbacks – especially when it comes to fees. If you prefer cash as a payment option, try to find survey sites that don’t charge fees for cash redemptions, as PayPal payments specifically can carry a 2% withdrawal fee with some online survey sites.
- No limits: Cash can be used any way you like – be it to make a bill payment, pay off a student loan, etc. – you can spend it however you want and are not limited to a certain store or method (online vs offline).
- Convenient, for the same reasons above. Especially in Europe and Australia, bank transfers are common, so cash payments can be sent directly to your bank account, without having to go through a third party payment processor like Skrill or PayPal.
- No worrying about accidentally losing your online cash payment like you would an emailed gift card code.
- No chance of receiving a gift card code that doesn’t work. Cash paid by PayPal can never be faked.
- Earning a PayPal payment may take longer; it might take $20 (vs $10 for a gift card, for example) worth of survey earnings to receive a PayPal payment or bank transfer.
- PayPal payments can carry fees; some market research companies and GPT programs charge a service fee for PayPal withdrawals. This can be anywhere from 1-3%.
- Moving a PayPal balance to your bank account may result in a fee if the amount is low (refer to PayPal’s fee structure, available on their website).
- Receiving a bank transfer may involve setting up a ‘wallet’ on a third party site, which is an extra step in getting your cash.
- PayPal is not available in some smaller, less developed countries
Gift cards options
Whether it be in physical form, or emailed as a voucher, gift cards have increased in popularity over the years. New options like Rewards Link and GCodes have changed the notion that gift cards can only be spent in one store, with some gift cards now having the flexibility of being spent across multiple vendors.
Gift card redemptions are easy and generally very fast; some survey companies will send gift cards instantly, or within 48 hours of request.
- Easy to spend online and in store. Most survey websites provide gift card options to retailers you likely frequent on a regular basis (Amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy etc.).
- Easy to re-gift, especially with physical gift cards.
- Often issued instantly after requesting one from a survey company.
- No fees involved when requesting one from a survey company, or when redeeming it.
- Age of majority rules often don’t apply; generally speaking, kids and teens can redeem gift cards (especially in store).
- Can only be spent in one store (Reward Link cards are an exception).
- Can be lost or stolen.
- Can be difficult to spend, especially if it’s for a retailer you don’t shop at.
- Can be hard to convert to cash or another gift card. Even gift card conversion websites don’t accept gift cards from all retailers and when you sell or exchange a gift card, some of its value will be lost.
Pre-paid credit cards
Pre-paid credit cards have been around for a long time in physical form, but in recent years, the digital version has increased in popularity. Both Visa and Mastercard offer pre-paid cards that can be used online and they can be used the way a regular credit card would be. Any retailer who accepts credit cards (whether online or in-store) will also accept a pre-paid credit card.
With digital pre-paid cards, you can either request a physical card be mailed to you (for a fee), or the card’s information (card number, expiry, etc.) can be entered into an online checkout page, just like a regular credit card.
- Convenient and flexible – can be used at any in-store or online retailer who accepts credit cards.
- Usually awarded quickly by survey companies.
- Easy to re-gift, especially with physical pre-paid cards.
- Can be complicated to spend online if using across multiple stores (i.e. odd remaining balance amounts can be hard to use; it’s better to use the full value at once).
- Fees involved when requesting a digital card be converted into a physical one.
- Cannot be used by people under the age of majority.
- Must log in to Visa or Mastercard’s website in order to set up.
Entries into sweepstakes draws come in a few different shapes and sizes. Opinion Outpost for instance, gives new members a shot at winning their $25k sweepstakes and sites like like InstaGC offer pots of points that can be won by spending a small amount of points in order to win a big prize of points.
More commonly, survey sites offer draws and sweepstakes if you get disqualified from taking a survey, or in the case of LEO Surveys, sweepstakes entries are often provided in addition to a points incentive.
- You could win a prize that far exceeds the value of any survey points spent bidding on it.
- Winning is fun!
- Can be a good way to spend an amount of points that’s too small to redeem for a different reward option (cash, gift card, etc.).
- Can be an easy way to potentially receive an item of significant value, or cash.
- Depending on the sweepstakes, your chances of winning a prize could be very low.
- If you don’t win anything, you’ve extracted no value from any potential spent points.
- Some sneaky survey sites might never actually select a winner. Make sure you only enter draws where winners lists are published!
To sum it up
There really is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ rewards option when it comes to spending the points you’ve earned from taking legit online surveys, but it’s a good idea to keep the pros and cons of each option in mind when making your selection. You don’t want to see your $50 PayPal payment to dwindle to $46 after fees, or be stuck with a gift card you don’t have a use for. By keeping the above tips in mind, you’ll extract the highest value possible out of the reward decisions you do make!
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President Trump went to Missouri, the ‘Show Me’ state Wednesday, and took joy in hearing from hardworking Americans about how the tax cuts benefits are helping them.
A teary eyed woman who spoke directly to POTUS will melt your heart as he kindly comforted her! (Video Below.)
One thing is certain, President Trump is a GREAT listener!
President Trump sat down with hard working American’s at a round table while business leaders, and local employees joined President Trump at the discussion. They were at the Boeing facility in St. Louis.
And in turn, everyone said their piece. However, when it was a Missouri Cafeteria worker’s turn, she broke down in tears as she told President Trump exactly what she was doing with the bonus she received due to his tax cuts.
Bonnie broke down in tears as she explained to POTUS what his Nationwide Tax Cut had done for her. (Video Below.)
Bonnie Brazzeal said she was “very thankful” for the bonus, and put it toward her retirement. She said the following:
“Mr. President, my name is Bonnie Brazzeal, and I work in the cafeteria at College of the Ozarks alongside the hardworking students. And I am very grateful for the bonus when the college gave it to us and I put mine in savings for my retirement and I want to thank you Mr. President and God bless you.”
Being in the ‘Show Me’ state, President Trump sure SHOWED HER, what he is doing for her and all Americans. (Video Below.)
Although the meeting focused on Trump’s tax plan, business leaders shared how the Tax Cut would be used to assist their employees. And, the employees shared their stories of how the extra money they received has helped them.
Boeing CEO, Dennis Muilenburg, also praised the President for his support for American manufacturing jobs.
This tax relief that Bonnie received was called a “crumb” by Nancy Pelosi but it clearly meant so much to this hard-working woman.
Likewise, this shows just how out of touch the Democrats are to try to stop the tax cuts and downplay their significance.
WATCH THE HEARTWARMING VIDEO BELOW:
In ending, did you or someone you know receive extra “crumbs” in your paycheck?
If the answer is yes, then drop a comment below! We would like to hear from you! Also, click here if you would like to see the time Michelle Malkin wiped the floor with Nancy when she doubled down on her “crumbs” statement!
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Enter the Morning With Quaker Sweepstakes 2022 at morningswithquaker.com and you could be the winner of $10,000 in the weekly drawing.
Here’s what to know about this Quaker Sweepstakes 2022
- Quaker Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia who are eighteen (18) years of age (nineteen if a resident of Alabama or Nebraska) or older on the date of entry.
- Quaker Breakfast Time Bundle Sweepstakes begins on February 28, 2022 and ends on May 8, 2022.
- Limit one (1) entry per person per day during the Sweepstakes Period.
- The total value of all prizes is $100,000.
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Full Length Modern Contemporary Chevron Double Swinging Interior Doors | Modern Doors | Modern Swinging Doors
Doors will be custom made to fit your opening size. We do the hard work for you.... we will calculate the correct door sizes allowing clearance for the hardware and between the swinging doors. Sending you a ready to hang set of beautiful interior doors perfectly sized to fit your opening. No cutting, shimming or demo work required. Made for a finished opening of 39" in width and 81 5/8" in height.
• HAND CRAFTED from SOLID WOOD- Painted Pure White
• Strong 1 3/8" Thick Doors
• Custom Made to fit your opening and delivered in Perfect Condition
• Doors are Made in the USA in a small woodshop with American Hardwood!
• Easy to install
• For Home or Business
• Provides privacy, yet allows light, air, & conversation
• Doors swing both ways & automatically returns to center
• Swinging Doors are great for dividing spaces and maximizing mobility between them
Hardware (See Choices Above)- All hardware is double action; allowing the doors to swing open in both directions and self-return to center
• Commercial Grade Horizontal Spring Pivot Hinges-Allows for maximum door height, with a “hold-open” feature; Available in Brass, Satin Chrome, Oil Rubbed Bronze, & Black
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Creating an SPF Masterpiece
Sun care expertise where art meets science
Objective: Existing client requested a high SPF, all-physical, Zinc Oxide bag-on-valve sunscreen with an elegant finish. Challenges: Large Zinc Oxide particle size (settling), holding high SPF while maintaining an elegant continuous spray pattern and potential white chalky cast left behind from many all-physical sunscreens. Results: After 50 different batch/combination tests and trials to create the perfectly balanced formula, the lab teams were able to deliver the perfect sunscreen that exceeded all expectations to a very happy client…..two weeks early!
A Simple Tech Transfer
SA experience enables path forward
Objective: A large skin care line parted with their existing contract manufacturer and asked Swiss American CDMO to replicate an existing product formulation - a simple tech-transfer. Challenges: Client assumed simple process – Swiss American diligence uncovered: Prior CMO partner did not provide adequate mixing instructions and multiple ingredients had to be eliminated and/or replaced due to non-compliance with regulatory requirements (client was unaware of non-compliance). Results: SA lab teams solved the ingredient issues within 48 hours and complete mixing instructions within 96 hours! Within one week, Swiss American CDMO successfully delivered an exact product replica containing the new compliant ingredients, with no raw material price increases.
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If you want to get a meetup going here's how you do it:
- Join this group
- Invite your poet friends to join too
- Start a discussion about your meetup idea. We recommend having your first meeting in a public place.
- When you've got some agreement, create an event and invite the group.
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Updated: Dec 7, 2022
Sydney Harbour, Nova Scotia (46 def 09* N * 60 def 12* W) Located in Cabot Strait at the NE shore of Cape Breton Island. A 10-mile long (16 km) *Y* shaped inlet that is open all year round for shipping activity
The commodious harbour covers an areas of some 40 square km (15 square miles).
The SYDNEY MARINE TERMINAL handles cruise ships, project cargo, break bulk, bulk and fuel and is located on the east side of the south arm of the harbour.
Maximum draft: Harbour Channel 16.5 m L.W. WDG; Harbour Anchor 13.7 m L.W. WDG; Tide Varies 0.9 to 1.4 m. Tide: Dock Height Above Waterline at MLW (0.0): 3.45M Harbour pilot pickup: 46 def 18*N, 60 deg 08* W Location of Berth: Lat 48 8 N Long 60 11 58 W
Geographic size: 55,284 sq km Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time
Dock location: East Side of Sydney Harbour Main Dock length: 275 metres Depth of Water at main dock: 12 metres Length (face of dock to Pavilion): 30 metres Length (face of dock to Fiddle): 23 metres Tendering-in docks length: Docks at 15 metres each
Air draft restrictions: none
Available Anchorages for Tendering: minimum 1 km to tender docks We have serviced 3 ships at tender
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Views: 0 Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 2021-02-06 Origin: Site
There are many varieties of fluorescent whitening agents. Although the chemical structure and properties of various whitening agents are different, the whitening principles for fibers or fabrics are the same. The principle of whitening is mainly due to the conjugated double bond system in the molecule of the whitening agent, which has good planarity. This special molecular structure can absorb ultraviolet light (wavelength 300 ~ 400nm) in sunlight under sunlight. The blue-violet light (wavelength is 420-500 nm), the blue-violet light is mixed with the yellow light on the fiber or fabric to become white light, so that the fiber or fabric is obviously white. However, when the concentration of the whitening agent is increased to a certain appropriate concentration, the whitening effect is the best, and the highest whiteness value can be obtained. If the amount of the whitening agent exceeds the optimal concentration, it will not only have no whitening effect on the fabric Increase, on the contrary, decrease (that is, the yellowness of the fabric is generally said, but the whiteness decreases). At this time, the optimal concentration of the whitening agent is called the yellowing point of the whitening agent.
The whitening effect is no longer enhanced with the increase in the concentration of the fluorescent whitening agent on the fabric. The main reasons are: Because the intensity of the yellow light on the fabric is limited, the fluorescence needed to offset the yellow light (the dominant wavelength is around 570nm) The whitening agent absorbs ultraviolet light and emits the complementary color light of the yellow light---blue-violet light is also limited. For this reason, when choosing a brightener, in addition to considering its brightening effect, it is also necessary to pass a sample test to find the yellowing points of different brighteners on the fabric for reasonable use to obtain the best brightening effect.
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Peter Kažimír not elected as head of Eurogroup
The eurozone’s finance ministers elected Portugal’s Mário Centeno as head of their informal gathering, Eurogroup. He was the joint candidate of the EU’s socialist faction. Slovak Finance Minister Peter Kažimír from the center-left Smer party ignored the consensus and bid for the post at the last minute. He withdrew after the first round, though. Slovakia also recently failed in its bid to become the new location for the European Medicines Agency. Its 800 employees will relocate from London to Amsterdam.
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Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced that the Agilent Vaya Raman raw material identity verification system has received a 2020 R&D 100 Award in the Analytical/Test category. The worldwide competition, held by R&D World, recognizes R&D pioneers and their revolutionary contributions to science and technology.
Agilent’s award-winning product is the first handheld Raman spectrometer incorporating spatially offset Raman spectroscopy (SORS) technology for the quick identification of raw material through containers. It is specifically designed for use in cGMP-governed raw material identification processes.
The award win is a testimony to the quality of innovation that went into developing the handheld system. “The product launched in March of this year, and users are already seeing productivity gains,” said Philip Binns, vice president, and general manager of Agilent’s Spectroscopy Division. “With raw material testing for improved product quality on the rise in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, customers need to minimize risk to be compliant with increasingly stringent regulations. This product will help them do that.”
The addition of Vaya to the spectroscopy product portfolio now provides an Agilent solution that addresses the entire raw material ID market with a highly differentiated offering. One important distinction of the Vaya is its ability to identify raw materials through transparent and non-transparent containers, removing the need for sampling, sampling booths, and QC lab testing. Vaya improves current testing protocols—from low volume sampling to 100% ID testing. Flexible and future-proof, if regulators require more testing, Vaya allows manufacturers to develop higher-throughput testing without any additional equipment. This translates into having the confidence to conduct a faster raw material identification process that is cost-effective and efficient.
Agilent’s Spectroscopy Division has a long history of products that have previously received the R&D 100 Award including, in 2015 the 5100 ICP-OES, 2014 the Cary UMA, 2013 the 8800 ICP-QQQ, 2012 the 4100 MP-AES, and in 1998 the Cary 50.
Established in 1963, the R&D 100 Awards are the only science and technology awards competition that recognizes new commercial products, technologies, and materials for their technological significance available for sale or license. There are six categories in the R&D 100 and four special recognition categories. Often called the ‘Oscars of Innovation’, these winning products and technologies are the 100 disruptors that will change industries and make the world a better place in the coming years.
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A successful IT project requires a partner who understands your needs. A partner who has extensive know-how and corresponding credentials in your industry. IT solutions are created only where soft- and hardware products work together smoothly to provide our clients true benefits. Thus our solutions are uniquely designed to your business and yet consist of standardized components.
Have a look at our website and be inspired by the solutions of our customers. Our products are industry solutions certified by Microsoft. So you can be sure that your investment is also guaranteed for the long term.
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My grandmother brews smells in the kitchen long before I learn that olfaction is the sense most loaded with memories. Thighbones filled with creamy marrow bubbling in beef stew; young bamboo stems boiled, cooled on ice cubes and dipped in sesame oil; braised three-layered-pork; preserved eggs and soybeans stir-fried with short hot peppers that go straight to the insides of your forehead and rouse a cacophony of sneezes. Hers are recipes thick with nostalgia, dripping sauces and spices preserved from Mainland China where she left sixty years ago, a home she feeds to us with chopsticks.
My grandmother was seventeen when she left China, a girl belonging to stories dug up like pebbles from the past and tossed occasionally into my consciousness by my mother’s hands. I imagine her standing at a crowded train station in the summer of 1949, her one-year-old son in her arms. Communism consumes China in one last gulp as she waits for a patriotic husband to decide whether or not to forget his motherland and escape to Taiwan. She had told him earlier that day that she was leaving, with or without him, and when I hear this story I wonder how confident she had felt, standing alone on the platform, that he would show up. Did she cry or laugh when he finally did? What could have been a tragic tale of abandon is now just a funny story my mother tells, the story of a strong woman whose stubbornness forced my grandfather to bring our family safely out of Communist China and into Taiwan, the island I call my home.
Taiwan is a sweet-potato shaped island whose history of identities is abbreviated into a dot on most maps. In elementary school, teachers teach us that Portuguese sailors passing by in the 16th century were so impressed by our golden coasts and green hills that they named us Ilha Formosa, a beautiful island. This western christening pleases us because it gives us the only name we agree on. Beauty doesn’t care whether its delicate shorelines contain a province or a country, we say. Our identity is our gifts from nature, documented by the ancient admiration of outsiders.
But second-graders are skeptical. We think of empty boba-tea cups and cigarette butts on beaches bleeding into the ocean where our mothers wouldn’t let us swim because the water looked dirty. We see shallow-rooted betel-nut trees growing on green hills, soil loosening under summer typhoons, mud tumbling downhill. We hear debates about national identity and integrity, proponents of either side challenging the other’s love for their country. We stare at the green island on the pages of our social studies textbooks and whisper wonderingly, Formosa, squinting to remember what it looked like five hundred years ago. It is hard to love your country when you don’t really know what it is.
On Wikipedia, there are a total of seven pages about Taiwan under seven different names. There are also several articles consisting of rather long and heated debates on whether or not a given combination of these pages should be merged. Apparently, the distinction is that “Taiwan” is an island, “Republic of China” is a political state, “Taiwan Province” is an administrative division, “Taiwan Area” is a geopolitical area, “Republic of Taiwan” is a proposed state (whatever that means), “Taiwan Province, People’s Republic of China” is a theoretical province of the People’s Republic of China (whatever that means), and “Chinese Taipei” is the name that Taiwan (or is it Republic of China?) uses to compete in the Olympics.
In any case, my family first came to one of these places in 1949. After twenty some years of civil war, interrupted by eight years of Japanese invasion and resuming after their defeat, the Nationalist government had been forced to retreat increasingly southward until the only place left to go was the little island across the strait that they had just reclaimed from Japan. On October 1st, Mao established the People’s Republic of China in Beijing; later that month, Chiang Kai Shek transported the Republic of China and two million of its people to Taiwan. I imagine the massive uprooting: loyal Nationalist members who firmly believed the Mainland would be reclaimed, intellectuals who brought larger families because they suspected it would not, teenage soldiers who did not know enough to believe or suspect at all. Husbands sending wives and children. Sons leaving mothers. Daughters bidding sweethearts goodbye.
My grandparents from both sides were among those millions rushing from homes to trains rushing to boats, to harbors, to land. Stories are born and lost in that chaos, and among them were tiny bits of my parents whose stories carry tiny bits of me. I would have liked to say that I have tried to reclaim those stories just as Chiang Kai Shek tried to reclaim the Middle Kingdom. But the truth is that before a certain age you think the only stories that have anything to do with you are the stories you create, and it is not until you start losing them that you realize the only stories you own are those that created you.
I think about the seventeen-year-old girl at the train station whenever I make dumplings. I remember spending Saturday afternoons in the kitchen with my grandparents, helping my grandfather roll long cylinders of dough while my grandmother complained that he worked too slowly. He chuckled and repeated the proverb, “slow work makes fine work,” and my grandmother smiled. The smell of dough rose with sixty years of marriage, ordinary and sweet, and I breathed it all in, thinking of their journey over the Taiwan Straight, the home they built together meal by meal. I watched my grandmother peel a piece of skin off the counter, place a lump of meat at the center, and arrange it into a ball with her chopsticks. She folded the skin over the meat with skillful fingers and tucked the corners in neatly, pinching all around the edges, a home wrapped around flesh, safely sealed.
When I make dumplings with my mother at home, we use store-bought and machine-made dumpling skins, and I can always tell the difference. My mother complains that my grandmother doesn’t believe she can cook. She is the youngest daughter and used to spend afternoons after school watching her mother dice spring onions and press ground pork and potatoes into meatballs, but my grandmother tells her: “More oil, too little salt, don’t let it burn!” I remind her that this is exactly what my mother tells me when we’re cooking at home. “But that’s different,” she says. “You really don’t know how to cook!”
I ask my grandmother to teach me but she says, “What’s the hurry? I couldn’t make fried rice until we came to Taiwan.” This surprises me because somehow I imagined that she came into the world knowing how to cook, how to shred carrots into carrot-shredder-thin strips with a knife, how to pick the sweetest, juiciest fruits in the market, and how to peel the skins off peaches without leaving a single blemish on the flesh. In my surprise I forgot to ask her how, then, did she learn how to cook? Did she buy cookbooks like my friends’ mothers? Did she resort to trial and error like me? Did the seventeen-year-old girl cook happily for her new family, or always with a tear in one eye for the mother she left and the recipes she would never see again?
I have never been to the Mainland, and I have hardly heard my grandparents describe it. When they talk about China they describe people and events, not places. The China I know comes from the poets we read in Chinese class, from the lofty peaks of Tai Mountain where Confucius saw the world in one scope: river, mountain, temple, city.
My favorite poems are about departures. There are plenty of them: soldiers marching toward desolate borders, young scholars leaving countryside homes for positions in the city, friends seeing friends off for miles to postpone the final moment of parting. Millennia of breaths are let out in sighs of poetry written in yearning for a vast and aging motherland, and I envision the land my grandparents left across the strait, a fingertip away on the map. I am unearthing a foreign culture with my own language, digging up characters that lived through the characters they wrote. I wonder if it is these characters, or the roots of my family still buried in the Mainland, that fed the Yangtze River into my veins.
In the kitchen, the women in my family cook dishes seasoned with home and traditions. Accents evolve and you can no longer tell mine from the kids whose families have been in Taiwan for centuries, but recipes are preserved over generations. When I go to my friends’ homes for dinner, the slight variations of cooking styles fit awkwardly in my mouth. Too much sugar, where are the Chinese chives, some sort of spice is missing. I listen to their parents speak to them in the Taiwanese dialect, my friends replying in Mandarin lined with a hybrid Taiwanese slur, and I realize that the tongue inherits a mother’s tastes much more faithfully than it does her language.
My grandma has a famous dish called jio-mien, or ‘pinch noodles.’ Whenever she announces that we’re having jio-mien for dinner, my cousins and I rush to wash our hands and gather in the kitchen expectantly. My aunt dices the carrots, turnips, Chinese onions and prepares the ground pork; my mother boils the ingredients in a steamy stew and adds sauces and seasoning; my grandpa kneads the dough for the noodles in his slow methodological way; my grandma makes sure he does it right; and we the kids get to do the actual pinching.
First we cut the dough into strips. Next, we roll the strips in sesame oil until our hands glisten with the sweet scent and the dough becomes plump cylinders tinged in golden brown. Then comes the fun part. We pinch off small bits of the cylinders with our thumbs and forefingers and toss them in the massive bubbling pot of stew, watching the soup dance and gurgle and the pinches of dough surfacing one by one. The smell of boiling stew and flour loads the entire house with an appetite inherited from a little village in northern China where my grandpa grew up. The noodle pinches are sleek and chewy in the rich stew, and if you savor a spoonful slowly you can detect the faint taste of sesame oil mixed in with the melting carrots and turnips, a fragrance that will stay in the creases of your palms for days.
At a neighborhood potluck, a lady peered at my mother’s dishes and said, “Wai-shen ren are so different!”
For as long as I’d known what it meant, I had identified as a wai-shen ren, or extra-provincial people. Wai-shen ren refers to the millions who had moved to Taiwan after the Chinese civil war as well as all their descendents, while ben-shen ren are those whose ancestors immigrated to Taiwan before World War II. Ben-shen ren are not indigenous Taiwanese people, because they also immigrated to Taiwan from China. The difference is that wai-shen ren had been in Taiwan for three generations while ben-shen ren were there for more than five. To me, being a wai-shen ren means that I don’t understand Taiwanese, that my grandparents speak in lilting accents preserved from their separate provinces, and that the contents of my bento lunch box always look slightly different.
While growing up, I rather enjoyed the distinction. I would proudly raise my hand when our first grade teachers wanted to know which students in the class were wai-shen ren, and gloated when my friends asked to sample my mother’s cooking. In high school, after a whispered but heated discussion about Taiwanese politics with the girl sitting next to me that lasted throughout history class, we were ecstatic to find out that we were both wai-shen ren. Later on as rallies formed to protest against the corrupt president at the time, we would walk to the gatherings together after school but carefully avoid talking about them in front ben-shen ren friends. “They might support the president,” we’d whisper.
For my parents’ generation, however, the implications were much more complicated. They grew up in the transition from Nationalist martial law to democracy, from “Republic of China in Taiwan” to just “Taiwan.” Politics shifted from Chiang Kai Shek’s maxim “Reclaim the Mainland!” to secret rallies and student protests for Taiwanese independence. The Republic of China’s terrain went from a map that encompassed Outer Mongolia to a sweet potato plus a splattering of even tinier islands. Conflicts arose between ben-shen ren and the Nationalist government, which then consisted almost entirely of wai-shen ren’s.
Meanwhile, the government’s land reform laws and major construction projects launched the “Taiwan Miracle,” bringing our economy decades ahead of Communist China. Taiwan became more and more disconnected from the Mainland, a sweet potato drifting away on the Pacific, growing highways and skyscrapers. But the booming economy could not pull together a divided people. The minority wai-shen government was often cruel and unjust during the martial law period, and it bred a suppressed animosity that was finally released with the birth of democracy. The majority ben-shen ren became the new power. “Unification” and “independence” were issues constantly brought up, tossed around fiercely during campaign seasons, manipulated for votes.
By the time the Taiwanese government allowed visits to the Mainland in 1978, the motherland that my grandparents left behind had disappeared among the shambles of Cultural Revolution along with mothers and fathers and siblings. There was nothing left to reclaim. The China that my parents grew up trying to remember through their parents’ stories was a myth, and their temporary shelter in a divided Taiwan had to become a home.
“Ben-shen ren criticize us for not speaking Taiwanese,” my father tells me. “There is a saying in Taiwanese about how we don’t know the language after decades of eating Taiwanese rice and drinking Taiwanese water. And how true! I can’t even really say why that is. We just never learned, and we never taught you. I guess we really don’t belong.”
“We should have bought a house right after we arrived in Taiwan,” My grandmother says. “Instead we drifted around in different places for years. But who knew? Your grandpa was so sure we were going home soon.”
My grandfather, the man who believed in his country and government so much that he was ready to let his wife and son leave without him, passed away four winters ago. A portrait of my grandpa’s mother hangs on the wall in front of his desk. I remember once when I was very young, I climbed up my grandpa’s chair to search for scissors on his desk and saw the portrait straight in the eyes for the first time. I had always known it was there, but never really noticed it until then. The portrait was a very simple sketch of a plain, quiet face with eyes that I imagine resembled my grandpa’s, gray hair tightly combed into a bun, neck and shoulders wrapped in a plain traditional frock. Her face seemed foreign and oddly silent in the clutter of my grandpa’s study. Right below the portrait, written with calligraphy brush and ink, were characters already familiar to my six-year-old mind: “My mother.” I remember quickly climbing down the chair, without the scissors and with a chill lumping in my breastbone. Now I recognize it as the chill you get when you leave something behind.
I was born in 1988 in Clemson, South Carolina. When I was four, my father received his Ph.D but had trouble finding work in the States immediately afterwards. When he got a teaching position in a university in Taiwan, my parents decided to move back, a decision that my father later said he made with some regret. He lamented the opportunities that I would miss without an American education, but was comforted by the fact that I would grow up near my grandparents. Now when we talk about the past, he tells me “It was the right decision.”
When I think of the early years of my life, though, I can now see the sense of compensation with which my parents raised and educated me. Even though I enrolled in local Mandarin-speaking schools and only twice briefly visited the States before college, my parents did everything they could to make sure that I kept up with English: tutors, storybooks, movies with subtitles duct-taped over on the TV screen. My father talks about his careful planning and foresight with pride. Being able to speak English fluently means that I can go anywhere and be anyone, he says. I can make a fortune teaching English in Taiwan, I can go to America and become anything I wanted, I can have kids who grow up inside white-picket fences, away from the little confused island caught between the past and the future. We have been suspended in this in-between area for too long: almost independent but not quite, almost a democracy but not quite, almost belonging but not quite. If you are able to leave, they said, don’t come back.
My parents tell me that they want the world to be open to me like a book, so I read profusely while growing up, mainly in English. “Little Golden Books” before “300 Tang Poems for Children” (a classic children’s must-read), “Pride and Prejudice” before “Dream of the Red Chamber.” Freshman year of high school, I started seriously considering going to college in the States. A stack of SAT prep books grew steadily alongside my Chinese textbooks, and later on acceptance letters arrived from across the Pacific. I was excited but scared, and I tried not to think too hard about departure.
A few weeks before graduation, the weather in Taiwan turns unbearably hot. I walk through the thick soup of humidity after school on a route I had traveled for three years, in summer storm and slow autumn drizzles. The whole city sweats on me, pressing its hot breath against an earlobe, an eyebrow, the inside of my elbow. As sweat trickles along the line of my chin, I think about California. I pass by bookstores and cafes, Chinese medicine shops wafting bittersweet smells of herbs, street vendors, boba tea stores, elaborate 7-11s. As each door opens I breathe in the scent and the cool relief. I gather them deep inside my lungs, I carry them and exhale breaths that had acquired my temperature and memory. The smell of Chinese characters on Chinese pages in Chinese books. The fragrance of tea eggs. The artificial scent of air-conditioned rooms and clearly defined spaces. I walk past them and doors close, cicadas singing.
Now I am in California where grass is yellow in the summer, and people ask me where I’m from.
Taiwan, I say.
“You mean Chinese Taipei, do you?” query international students from the Mainland.
“Oh I get it. Taiwan is not part of China, right?” American students say with a knowing smile.
The air turns slightly humid with their questions and I sweat a little as I politely answer. But it all depends, I want to say, on what you mean by China, and then again on what you mean by Taiwan. We are not part of the People’s Republic of China, simply because my grandparents did not fight the Communists sixty years ago so that sixty years later their grandchildren will readily accept a Communist government. But we are part of some concept of China. Some aspect of China that doesn’t change with shifting politics, slipping economy or threat of war; a China that is the same in wai-shen ren and ben-shen ren because it is not a collection of provinces or governments, but a single idea of belonging that exists even in the fiercest proponents of Taiwanese independence. A massive land and history that fits snugly inside a sweet potato, like good food encapsulating the value of family. Like scents we carry in our palms. Like the characters we write and the characters we love. Like this understanding of this conflict that is so difficult to explain to others who ask, that leaves me nodding and shrugging at the same time. We can never be truly independent from China just as I can never be truly independent from Taiwan, even though we are both drifting away from our roots, slowly forgetting.
“Do you plan to go back to Taiwan after college?” People ask me.
“After grad school?”
“Eventually? At all?”
I come up with different answers every time. No, it depends, probably not, who knows? They are all true.
I think of a famous line from a Taiwanese poet: “The Mainland is my mother, Taiwan is my wife, Hong Kong is a lover, and the West is an affair.”
I think of the Chinese proverb that says a fallen leaf returns to its roots.
Then I imagine a sweet potato. It is its own root, clumsy and odd, but it doesn’t need other roots to ground it. It can grip the earth firmly and then leave, taking a skin of earth with it, shed tiny bits wherever it goes.
I think about the different reasons people leave. Some are forced to, like my grandparents. Some are taken, like my uncles in their mothers’ arms. Some are fortunate enough that they get to, like me.
I am now six years older than my grandmother was when she left China. I crossed the Pacific to a college in the States, and the distance was so much shorter than when she crossed the Taiwan Straight to build a home from scraps and a kitchen. My eyes and mouth water for things that are lost in the process of inheritance. I am the product of memories and recipes wrapped and concealed, hidden away so that only the smooth plump skins are visible, and I still don’t know how much salt to put in the fillings.
Whatever it is that I leave behind, I can only leave it behind because it belonged to me. Roots are tiny beginnings sprouting. I stare at the little root vegetable through an airplane window, growing smaller when I leave, looming larger when I return. The breathless awe of foreign sailors five hundred years ago breaks over me in waves.
History is a series of departures, lives leaving words leaving mouths.
Ilha Formosa, I whisper.
Justine Kao was born in the United States and grew up in Taiwan, where she attended local Mandarin-speaking schools and developed an incorrigible taste for linguistic oddities and sweet potatoes. After high school, she attended Stanford University and studied Symbolic Systems (how the human mind makes sense of language) and Creative Writing (how language can help make sense of the human mind). She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology at Stanford, where she continues to explore the roots of language, meaning, and her own existence through research and creative non-fiction.
Roots and Leaves was originally published December 2012 in As/Us Journal. The website is a space to showcase the creative literary expressions and scholarly work of both emerging and established women writers from around the world.
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