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20 top Pancake Wallpapers pics at these awesome group starting P letter. Desktop wallpapers were first introduced way back in the 1980s and have gained immense popularity since then. It is possible to come across more than 80 million sites on the web offering some sort of wallpaper.

Over time, she revealed the depth of her guilt and sadness and I realized that it was going to take her a long time to heal.One night, we sat down with a bottle of wine and I naively said, "Please, don't feel guilty".Having social references in common may sound like a small thing but it can be surprisingly important.At e Harmony, we know that shared values and personality traits are the things that really matter when it comes to being compatible long-term but interests do play a part.They were looking for the words or phrases that could best predict, for example, whether someone was male or female, which explains why many of the results are pretty stereotypical (i.e. Health and ageing won’t be a pressing concern for many younger men dating older women but, if you’re looking for a long-term relationship, they’re good to be aware of.She may be just looking for a fling with someone carefree who isn’t looking for something serious. But if you’re looking for something a little more serious, make this clear from the outset.It’s best to be honest and avoid heartbreak further down the line.If your intentions for dating older women are genuine, you won’t have a problem. She’ll appreciate you for who you really are and be honest with you. The Different Ways Men And Women Talk On Facebook Popular.

I agree that "well-educated" carries the connotation that you suggest, and I too see no good reason why an engineer with a university degree shouldn't be able to write competently. I would add that it is dangerous to omit humanities from any university curriculum, and I share some of your distain for contemporary education, in which people can earn degrees in subjects that have little content in themselves, such as "education," or in which the content is highly limited and, therefore, of dubious value, such as in "ethnic studies." Anyone who graduates with a university degree should be able to write competently. On the other hand, I prefer the European model in which not everyone is expected to go to university and in which trade schools play a much greater role. I wonder if Technical Writing should be a university degree or trade school certificate. How about engineering? the audience and the subject matter. that would have been regarded as comical. well educated in basketball may not be able to write a coherent paragraph. wisdom, which is apparently transcendent.

Amy is on the Delectable Education Podcast today talking all about her vast experience with starting Charlotte Mason communities. Amy and I met largely because of the book club she held in her living room full of women eager to learn more of Mason, her methods, and how to better implement them in our homes. She also began a co-op out of her home which grew and grew until it became, and still is, a school for children K-12. After moving, she has begun a new co-op and still sits on the board at the school she began, though the running of the day to day operations is now in the hands of another amazing mother and teacher of Charlotte’s method. In addition to books clubs, co-ops, and a school, Amy has also begun a Nature Club or two, muti-day summer intensives for mothers, field trips, and so many other ways that have helped moms and their children thrive not only in their homes, but within a community of learning. If you are a reader who is clicking over after listening to the podcast, we welcome you to our little corner of the internet. We are homeschooling mothers who have used the CM method for many years and in many different situations – at home, in school, overseas, and in multiple regions within the USA. To hear more of our stories, click here. We like to write about how using the CM method has changed our whole lives, and not just our homeschools, so while we certainly write about nature, and books, and habits, you’ll also see us chatting about homemaking, mother culture, and organizing our days. If you are a long time reader, we invite you to head over to hear Amy speaking today on the podcast! We’d love to hear about communities you’ve started or questions you have about starting communities in the comments or via email. Welcome to the first room in our series, the Kitchen. Let’s start here, as this is both the heart of the home and where much work of the mother occurs. Before we dive into cleaning, simplifying, and making our kitchen beautiful, it would make sense to think about what we need our kitchens to be. If we think of our rooms as servants to the people who use them, how can your kitchen better serve your family? Think through the annoying spots. That counter that is just NEVER clear, that drawer that doesn’t even open all the way and you have no idea what is back there, the cabinet where all the storage containers are in a jumble or the pots are jammed in… You all know what your least favorite spots are. Write them down. If you use one, this would be a great page in your bullet journal. Write down all the things that make your kitchen inefficient or unpleasant right now. Some of these we can work on this month and it will be so nice to look at this list after the problems are solved! Related to this is also the idea of where do your processes have a bottleneck? Is one part of the kitchen where people are bumping into one another as they cook while no one ever seems to be in another spot? Maybe some rearranging is in order. We’ll discuss work zones later in the series, but it might be a good time to start thinking about yours and how you can arrange the things in your kitchen to accommodate the people who use them. In my home, I’d like my kids to unload the dishwasher with less help from me, but that means it would be nice if all the bowls and glassware weren’t on shelves they cannot reach. Perhaps moving the coffee maker and mugs away from the main cooking area to prevent morning traffic jams would help you, or creating a space where kids can help prep veggies without being too close to a hot oven is your need. Write down all your thoughts and possible solutions. Brainstorm here for a while because sometimes a very small change can have a big impact. When the cooking is through, is it easy to clean? Do you have a system for getting the dishes cleaned quickly after each meal and the counter cleared as well? Is the floor swept and the table wiped so that if a guest were to drop in, you could bring them gladly into your kitchen for a cup of tea or coffee? Do you have a schedule for cleaning out those things that are not everyday tasks – the oven, the microwave, the refrigerator? Cutting time off of your cleaning means you can use it elsewhere so we’ll focus on this aspect of the kitchen too. Until then, write down a list of things that don’t get done as often as you like, and another list of all the people in the home who are able to do those tasks. Caring for the home is a family affair, not yours alone. Switching gears, what do you love about your kitchen? Maybe you appreciate the ample cabinet space, or you love an apron that was passed down from your grandmother. Big or small, make a list of things that are great about your space. Good light? Charming woodwork? A lovely piece of art hanging on the wall? We’ll figure out a way to highlight these later and hopefully make the list even longer. Lastly, I like to remember that when we make our space the best it can be, then it is up to us to improve our attitudes toward the space as well. I like to think of the fact that there are women who blog daily recipes and write cookbooks out of tiny kitchens. Ma Ingalls had no cabinets or refrigerator and she raised five children and cooked delicious meals. You need not live in or pine for some imaginary dream kitchen when the one you have now is where your life is being lived day by day. Amazing meals happen in awkward spaces and amazing memories are made in humble kitchens. Celebrate the space you have now, and let’s make it as pleasant as possible.

If you are interested in knowing more about New Life Community Church or becoming a member, we invite you to join us April 15 at 10:30am in the Meeting Room for our Starting Points class. This class will provide a deeper look at our beliefs, our history, and our ministries. You can sign-up at the Welcome Desk or by filling out the form below.

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus - Home Treatment. Just like any type of diabetes, gestational diabetes needs more than medicine to get it treated successfully. It needs you, for you are the person who determines the health of your pregnancy. Your registered dietitian, diabetes educator, your doctor and other members of your healthcare team can teach you about proper care for yourself and your baby so that both of you are protected from any complications that may arise. If you have all the necessary knowledge available on gestational diabetes, there can be no problem during and after your pregnancy. Once you know the effects of exercise and food on your blood glucose levels, you can avoid gestational diabetes complications. Testing your blood glucose level, regular exercise and changes in the time, amount and types of food you eat are important in gestational diabetes home treatment. Changing the type of food you eat, eating at regular times and the quantity consumed at each meal can ensure that your blood glucose level remain in a safe range. After your gestational diabetes diagnosis, a registered dietitian will help you to plan meals suitable for you. You may be required to keep a record of the foods you consume and your weight. Your dietitian will also show you how to carbohydrate counting so that you eat almost the same amount at each meal to reach a certain total at the end of each day. Moderate exercise done regularly throughout the pregnancy improves the sensitivity of your body towards insulin and this helps blood glucose level control. Most of the time, eating the right foods and exercise are sufficient for gestational diabetes treatment. There should be a minimum of two and a half hours of moderate exercise each week. To accomplish this takes only 30 minutes of exercise each day for five days or more a week. You can even do 10 minute sessions so long as you get a total of 2½ hours each week. For pregnant women who have been leading a sedentary life or have no regular exercise before pregnancy, they need to discuss with their doctor before any regular exercise. Suitable exercises for pregnant women are those that do not strain the lower part of the body. So, it is fine to exercise the arm muscles by using a machine known as the arm ergometer; or exercise the leg muscles by using a recumbent bike which has a chair-like seat that is suitable for women who are pregnant. There are also exercise classes especially for women who are pregnant. Walking and swimming are two low-impact exercises which are also suitable. If it is possible for you to get your blood glucose to remain in the safe range through changes in your eating and exercise, it will not be necessary for you to take any diabetes medication. However, if you need insulin, keep ready with you some sugary food like 4 glucose tablets or some hard candy so that you can use them if you get low blood glucose symptoms such as confusion, blurred vision and sweating during exercise. If you believe your blood glucose level is too low, stop the activity, test your blood glucose level, and consume the sugary foods you have. Doing home blood glucose level testing is a necessary part of gestational diabetes treatment. You will need to do blood glucose checking at home at least once every day. It can be tough when you have to check your blood glucose frequently but from such testing, you will know you have no need to worry as your blood glucose level is in the safe range. Find out from your doctor how often you should check your blood glucose. Daily insulin injections may be necessary if your blood glucose level cannot be managed through exercising and the way you eat. Do not attempt to reduce weight during pregnancy if you were already overweight before the pregnancy. Find out from your doctor the possible weight increase during your pregnancy. You may be taught by your doctor to count the number of kicks by your baby. You are required to notify your doctor if there is less than the usual number of kicks from the baby. Your blood glucose level can go lower than the safe range if you use insulin for your gestational diabetes. Although women with gestational diabetes seldom experience low blood glucose, you should know its symptoms and be prepared with sugary foods throughout the day.

this past week, i decided to challenge myself. fashion and makeup isn't my usual but i've always wanted to give it a go. the shoot was a lot of fun! a couple of months ago i worked on a project of self-portraits. The images fall in more with my fine art work but i'm starting to realize that fine art is the direction that i'm going into. back to the old ways i suppose. celebrating the end of a quarter with a glass of wine. didn't have internet for awhile so my update is a little late and a little long.

I found an IR asking for this previously and it says it was implemented on June 18th. But the only thing I can figure out is that I can resize the flat view to take up roughly 3/4 the area of the main window. I would really like to be able to actually have the view windows swap when working in the flat pattern as it takes up more screen real estate when it is unfolded than it does when it is folded. Maybe I'm weird but I don't work on my model with the flat pattern window expanded except when I'm converting a solid and making sure I'm selecting the right edges to bend. I will pull you onto our internal tracking for this.

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What's A Limo Service Near Me In Bulverde Tx? Which Airlines Offer Limo Service In Bulverde, Tx? It is quite amazing to note how some people living in big cities have never been out of the city. This is a shame, as everyone needs to travel away from home at least once. Many people watch television and use that to get an idea of what could be expected from each locale. They watch TV programs that show how life might be in the other parts of the world. There are destinations for every taste. If a person enjoys the outdoors more than indoors, they can easily find and see many interesting places. The United States has many wonders in which to see, but for those who want a taste of different cultures it is worth flying abroad. For those who would rather visit the ocean there are many states bordering the oceans that can be visited. Other regions offer great forests and trees including historic rainforests to explore and enjoy. Fans of rocks can appreciate large rock formations across several of the rocky states. If caves are enjoyed many areas offer caves which can be explored. If the states are giving you cabin fever, don't be afraid to get out of the country and into a different one. From the cool, bracing Arctic to the blazing heat of the desert and everything in between there are a lifetime of experiences to enjoy. For anyone who has ever sat on their sofa and enjoyed foreign places on their TV, it's highly recommend that they get up and do something about it. To keep rates low, you may want to try visiting a location during its off season. Checking out flight and hotel prices for around the year should tell you when the best time to go is. Anyone who wants to have an adventure can do so. If some are nervous about seeing other places, they can easily start slowly and eventually become more daring with their traveling adventures.

Hi, my name is Emma and I am a washi tape addict. I love and collect washi tape. But they can be really expensive, especially the cute designs! And there are so many to choose from. I can be frugal at times. And averaging $2.99 for a roll can add up if you buy 2 or more. So… I have come up with a way to make my own washi tape strips. Yes, it’s doable! Watch out for my next post for ways on how to make your own washi tape. This entry was tagged Crafts, decorative tape, fabric tape, sticker, tape, washi tape, xyron. Bookmark the permalink.

For about as long as I can remember going to the gaming store, I remember seeing little bags with Cheapass Games on the side. They were a couple bucks each, and they were just fun, little games you could play in-between bigger games. I'd played a few over the years, but I never really realized just how many of those games there were. Now, Cheapass is running a Kickstarter campaign for an anthology of their products. In the summer of 1996, James Ernest began his quest to bring happiness and joy to all the people of the world, by creating clever tabletop games and selling them really cheap. He named his company Cheapass Games, and we're still going today. Since that first year, we have released more than 100 original games: card games, board games, dice games, free games, and more. Cheapass Games in Black and White is a collection of all of our black and white games, with the rules and histories of favorites like Kill Doctor Lucky, Lord of the Fries, Button Men, and many others. It also has many more obscure games, like Escape from Elba, Pennywise, Dogfight, and The Lost Pueblo of Doctor Green, and a few prototypes and unreleased games you've never heard of. If you're a fan of Cheapass Games, an aspiring game designer, or just interested in the history of the company, read on. The campaign's more than 2x funded with still 28 days to go.

According to a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there has been a recent increase in food allergies among US children ages 18 and below. The data suggests that kid’s food allergies have increased from 3.4% in 1997 to 5.1% by 2011. Skin allergies increased from 7.4 percent to 12.5 percent in that same time span. Results from the CDC survey indicate that African American children are more prone to skin allergies when compared to Caucasians. On the other hand, the latter have a higher risk of developing respiratory diseases. Children of Latin American descent have the smallest chances of developing skin reactions when compared to many other races. Studies also revealed that the income level of the family is an influential factor. Though there is no known cause for the correlation between income and allergies, researchers have speculated that differences in diet and frequency of antibiotic use could be factors. It is also possible that allergies are simply reported more frequently by affluent families who tend to visit the doctor more often. In further findings, children ages 5 or less are more likely to develop skin allergies when compared to children over 5 years of age. Statistics also revealed that older children are more prone to respiratory problems. In spite of this increase in children’s allergies, there is hope. AllergyEasy offers sublingual immunotherapy for patients of all ages. This no-shots, no-hassle allergy solution treats symptoms with under-the-tongue drops. They are prescribed by a physician but can be taken at home because they have a higher safety profile than allergy shots. Contact AllergyEasy at (877) 276-3393 for more details.

Love is when a girl puts on perfume and a boy puts on shaving cologne and they go out and smell each other. Love is when you go out and give somebody most of your French fries without making them give you any of yours. Love is when my mummy makes coffee for my daddy and she takes a sip before giving it to him, to make sure the taste is OK. Love is what makes you smile when you're tired. When my grandmother got arthritis, she couldn't bend over and paint her toenails any more. So my grandfather does it for her all the time, even when his hands got arthritis too. That's love. When someone loves you, the way they say your name is different. You just know that your name is safe in their mouth.

Hello! Welcome to Luckstruck--sterling silver jewelry with a gothic Western feel. Laid back and badass, featuring vintage glass cabochons and my signature handmade silver roses. Please excuse the somewhat gnarly hands in the photos--those are the hands that make the jewelry. :) Most items are made to order, so please allow three to five business days before they ship. Though you won't receive the exact item pictured, it will be the same design. I make hundreds of little silver roses but each one turns out just a little bit differently. Kinda like snowflakes, I guess. The beauty of handmade is that each item might have its own little idiosyncrasy. Buying a gift? Just let me know in the "note to seller" section at checkout where to send it and if you'd like me to include a note to the recipient. If you have any questions, just shoot me a convo! These are fantastic stackers! I love all the options, and now I have several choices. I did get a size bigger than normal in order to stack them...a whole size bigger but it was worth it. Fast shipping. Thank you! Last day to order for Valentine's Day is February 1! Finally getting around to photographing all the new earring styles I've been taking to shows but hadn't listed in my shop. Whew. Wish me luck. Quality time in the studio. I'm a tool junkie. I get it from my dad. Each order comes ready for gift giving (or keeping for yourself). Hey. I’m Lisa. I make things. I collect things. I have a lot of cats. I graduated in 2008 from the University of Kansas with a degree in jewelry design and metalsmithing. Fun fact: It’s the oldest program of its kind west of the Mississippi. I read that in the course catalog once and I’ve repeated it dozens of times. I will probably continue to do so. You know how most people change their major at least once? I never did. Kinda surprising, especially when you consider that a) I didn't take a single art class in high school and b) I picked jewelry/metalsmithing from a list on the back of a postcard KU sent me. My last semester, I took a letterpress class and made my own graduation announcements. On the back is a quote from Marilyn da Silva which reads, "Some people are said to have been born with a silver spoon. I am convinced that I was born with the hammer, to make the silver spoon, which makes me even luckier." Pure, Grade A awesomeness right there, folks. I've been a maker my entire life. My mom's mom taught her to sew and my mom taught me. I joined 4-H when I was old enough and made clothes for the fair each year. It's kind of mind-blowing that I've been sewing for over twenty years. My dad was always working on our family home, which originally belonged to his grandmother. From the two of them, I learned how to do it myself before DIY was even a "thing". :) When I was a freshman in high school, I was bound and determined to take woodworking instead of Spanish, despite the reservations of my high school counselor. I later took Spanish, but woodworking has proven to be the most helpful in my daily life, hands down. If you've got the time or interest, here's a blog post featuring my wedding a couple years ago: http://emmalinebride.com/real-weddings/handmade-wedding-diy-details/ I made my dress, the bridesmaids' dresses, my husband's clothes, our jewelry, invites... It was a crazy, crazy time in my life and called upon nearly every skill I have. Ha ha. My parents have taken me to flea markets since I was little, so I've had a lifelong appreciation of old things. I especially take inspiration from vintage western imagery as well as Victorian jewelry and symbolism. You'll see a lot of "lucky" symbols...hence my shop name. I am obsessed with horseshoes but I don’t like horses all that much. One chewed on my ponytail at 4-H camp and I’ve never fully forgiven the species. Many of my pieces showcase vintage glass cabochons. Most of them are what’s called a “reverse intaglio.” The cabochons have a design molded into the back, which is then painted. They're a poor man's version of Essex crystals, some of which are incredible. Google it. You won't regret it. I recycle whatever I can, in and out of the studio. Your purchase might be mailed in a reused bubble envelope and padded with tissue paper. The gift box itself will be new, but is made of 77% post-consumer fiber.

When we went to the beach a few weeks ago, Kate and Lexi had their first surf lesson. They have been interested in surfing for a long time and dreamed of having a chance to try it for themselves. Most people in Memphis and Birmingham go to the Gulf when they go to the beach, but we always go to the Atlantic with my family. I figured we should take advantage of the upside of the longer drive and give them a little something to remember. It started with a long walk to the beach, carrying their boards. They patiently learned all the things you need to learn on the beach. They did safety exercises and practiced good posture. They tried a few things from just a few yards out, getting a feel for the board under their feet. Then we watched as the instructor led them out far from the shore. Then there are the few seconds you have to find your balance as you try to get on your feet. I wish you could see the delight on Kate’s face when she realized she was really surfing. Trying new things is not easy. Watching Kate and Lexi learn to surf was thrilling and frightening and humbling all at once. The whole experience made me start thinking about this latest round of job hunting. It’s hard to put myself out there and be willing to fail. But like a child who dreams of catching a wave and popping up onto her feet, I must be prepared to fall and to let the waves beat me. Only then will I know the true delight of doing what I only hoped I could. Thankful for these two, parenting them is a constant education. Happy Birthday to Lexi who is SEVEN today! She is full of life and navigates all kinds of situations with ease: diligent in the classroom, tenacious on the soccer field, fun with friends. I am proud to be her mom. What was the best thing about being 6? Starting first grade. What are you most proud of learning? How to do cartwheels. What was the best book you read? The one I am reading right now, Absolutely Lucy by Ilene Cooper. What is your favorite song? I like too many to choose. What is your favorite tv show? Shake it Up! What are you looking forward to about being 7? Going to the beach on vacation. What college do you want to go to? I’m only seven, Mom. Do you think you’ll get married when you grow up? Have any kids? Yes, I think I’ll get married and have one kid. What do you want to be when you grow up? A rockstar when I am a teenager and a veterinarian when I am an adult. I’ve been applying for jobs for a while. Applying for jobs is one of the anxiety-producing, dehumanizing and frustrating things I have ever encountered. Every single job application is an opportunity to feel like fourth grade kickball — never picked first. I woke up this morning, ate a bowl of cereal, drank some coffee and culled through emails. Then I started through my list of job seeking websites. All of the sudden, I had a feeling deep in my bones. If I don’t try, I am already rejected. I’m on a roller coaster that only goes up. Instead of feeling like I was opening myself up for rejection, I felt like I was opening myself up to new opportunities. It has been refreshing and lovely. Hoping this feeling sticks around for a little while.

A few days before Christmas 2018 I travelled up to Buckinghamshire and the lovely little town of Amersham for Sarah & Neil's wedding at the quaint Kings Chapel, set in the grounds of the larger Kings Arms on the High St. Despite the drizzle and cloud, the couple and their guests were in fine spirits! The main room was decked out with fairy lights and a nice big Christmas tree in the corner, and after the ceremony and confetti throw the staff quickly changed it all around for the speeches and cake cut. Sarah & Neil's first dance was one of the most creative I've seen this year - they had a whole routine worked out and put on quite the show for their guests! Before I left I took the couple back outside for some creative photos in front of the chapel and amongst the fairy lights in the trees. What a fab way to end 2018! One of the great things about being a wedding photographer is it can take you all over the country, and even further afield sometimes! I've been to Buckinghamshire a few times for weddings in the past, and oddly it's always in the colder months of the year. Knowing that the roads would likely be packed with people travelling just before Christmas, I allowed extra time for the 2 hour journey. Sadly as usual the M25 was horrendous and despite the extra time I finally arrived at Kings Chapel in Amersham half an hour after I planned. I still had plenty of time before the 4pm ceremony, but I wanted to make the most of the fading natural light and get as much done as possible - even with a bit of drizzle coming down. The ceremony itself was lovely and the room had a nice clean feel - made all the most Christmassy by the big tree in the corner! The confetti tunnel afterwards was great fun and we went straight into the formal photos up on the mezzanine style balcony, along with some of the newlyweds amongst the warm glow of the fairylights. The staff at Kings Chapel quickly turned the ceremony room around, and it really did look beautiful. The speeches were, as always, a bit of an event. Lots of great little stories and anecdotes, and a few tears too. But it was the first dane that really blew my mind! Sarah & Neil kept this a secret but I managed to get it out of Neil with just enough time to set up lights. It was going to be dramatic and I wanted to capture it all in the best way! They launched into a great choreographed number and everyone was in fits of laughter, cheering them both on, before they dragged their children onto the dance floor to join them, as everyone else got involved too. It made for some great photographs, some of my favourites from the day - especially Neil lifting Sarah up into the air and spinning her around! Just before I left I wanted to get some more outdoor photos of the two of them, something I don't always get the chance to do at summer weddings as it's often still light outside. The perfect round off to their special day as I headed home to enjoy the festive break. If you've booked Kings Chapel for your wedding in Buckinghamshire, or indeed another venue in the Home Counties or the Southeast in general, I'd love to talk more about your photography plans! Head over to my collections and pricing and if you like my style, get in touch for more information.

Oh, yes, make me cry. Oh, now you're making me cry. Don't make me sleep again. Oh, don't cry for me, Benjamina. Oh, I think I'm gonna start crying again.

Much of our work involves guiding public policies to ensure Hawaii residents have choices about the kind of community they want to live in and the type of home they can afford. In 2012, we launched I Mua Rail, a multi-media campaign designed to engage supporters of Honolulu’s Rail Transit project. By understanding deeply ingrained values and concerns surrounding rail transit, we continue to help the community envision the future of Oahu in a way that is tangible and meaningful.

"You have a bunch of stuff and still talk about simplicity, what's with that?" Well, I have accumulated a few things in my life. I used to make a lot of money (relatively speaking). I bought the Mercedes, the toys, the stuff. I have gotten rid of a lot, and am trying to learn to get rid of the rest. I want to keep only what I need, and maybe a few wants. It is hard. I grew up with little, so when I was making decent money, I wanted to buy the stuff I never had. Over time I have come to the realisation the stuff never made me happy. I found the doing is better than the having. I have acquired many of the things I have by coincidence or luck. I am not afraid to dumpster-dive. I take my kids if I can, we make it a game. I have stopped on the side of the road to pick up something that someone else is tossing out. My wheelbarrow came from the dump, some guy was tossing it because "it's annoying", whatever that means. I have traded a lot. Craigslist is my friend when it comes to trading. Value is the governing factor with the things I possess. I was going to say own, but I don't think I own anything, I just possess it until it leaves my possession. I still have trouble letting go though, some things just have too much potential. I feel qualified to share my experiences and tips with the world because I am actually doing every one of the steps on my list. I have been unemployed for 16 months (I did work for two months in the middle there). For ten of those months I collected no unemployment benefits. I now am collecting unemployment benefits (I felt that I shouldn't do it, but someone reminded me that it was my money). I am going to school on the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill, and making it work on the little money I get from these two sources. My wife is a nurse and can make good money, but we choose for her to work less so she can be home for the summer with the kids. During the rest of the year she works and we save, we have eliminated most of our bills to make this a possibility. I am now unemployed by choice because juggling school, work, and kids is too much for anyone person and my heart goes out to those that manage to do it. My wife was in that position when we met and I quickly convinced her to stop working and let me handle the money part so she could continue her schooling. I saw how hard it can be, and do not want to do that myself (she is definitely stronger than me). I like stuff, it is programmed into me from my childhood, from TV, from the outside forces of the media and U.S. culture. I am trying to de-program myself. Instead of working hard just so we can pay the credit card bills and loans for the stuff we don't need, we work what we need to, just so we can do the things that give us the one thing we truly own, memories. I've recently started reading your blog after a connection from the Bike Trailer Blog. Your situations sound very similar to mine. I applaud you for continuing education even though it may be hard financially for your family. My wife supported me and worked while I finished my degree, though we didn't have our daughter until I graduated and got my first salary job. Now my wife doesn't work so she can stay home with the little one (18 months). You also posted about getting rid of your car. This is something I did about 6 months ago. We have one car (Honda CRV) and I bike to work everyday though it's a short 10 blocks. I can say we are just now over the initial regret stage and are enjoying it. I have sacrificed a few things, but I have also gained a few things (non-material). I have a book recommendation for you since you're talking about getting rid of stuff. "Put Your Life on a Diet". This is a short read by a guy who lives by himself in a small 140 Sq. Ft. trailer. He's not saying you should live in a trailer, but he does have lots of ideas about slimming down not only yourself but everything else in your life. I was very inspired by this and have recently rid my entire house of things that haven't been used in one year (to the tune of about $400). Like you I am also a Craigslist veteran. I can't say I share your view on tools though. I feel it's less important to have a good set of tools and more important to have a neighbor who has a good set of tools (and a good relationship with such a neighbor). I've cleaned my gutters quarterly using my neighbor's 10 ft. step ladder.

The best way to describe my relationship with Cogent Analytics is a memory that I have from about 24 years ago. My wife encouraged me to go have my eyes checked. Obviously, I needed glasses and I was in denial. After choosing the frames that fit and scratch resistant lens the cost was more than I wanted to spend. Ultimately, my wife suggested to spend the money on what makes you want to wear them , and built strong enough to last. Make a good investment in a product that allows you to see and do your job effectively. Also, I was an UPS driver during that time of my life and struggled to see numbers on houses. “Necessity is the mother of all inventions” I heard that a time or two. After getting my glasses, the salesman asked if I had ever worn glasses before. My response was, no I have not. The salesman said “this is the part of my job I love the most”. He asked me to look at the door with a sign on it. I think the sign read , employees only. I could only tell him that it was blue in color. He handed me my glasses and ask that I looked at the sign again. As I put the glasses on, I could read it perfectly. What an eye-opening experience for me. Meeting with Merlin and working with Mick has been the same eye-opening experience for me. I know we have a good product, with hard working employees, but I felt that we needed direction moving forward on better ways to run our business. I’m a firm believer in surrounding yourself with intelligent people. When your plumbing breaks, call a plumber. Our company was leaking from many different areas before we trusted in the process implemented by Mick. We have a new product for the industry with many hurdles in front of us, but I’m optimistic that we can still land on our feet if we trip up every now and then. I’m confident that the foundation that Mick help lay will keep us stable down the obstacle filled path ahead.

A powerful memory is all what we all are looking for these days. A better and powerful memory always helps you to be a step ahead in your jobs, schools, and more in your life. With a powerful memory you can learn new things very fast which can help you to make money as fast learners always in demand of every employer. You can consider few memory improvement tips in your daily life to enhance your memorizing capabilities. Although except all those tips to improve your memory the best way you can try out by yourself in remembering process which involves most of your memory and helps to pay a better attention, planning and organizing. Now, here I am with some memory improvement tips which can change your lifestyle and helps you to have a powerful memory. So, here are 10 such memory improvement tips. Clench your fist: According toresearch, clenching your right hand and squeezing it tightly can help you to memorize phone numbers or shopping lists. Say it loud: This is the easiest way to improve your memory. Saying the things you want to remember to yourself loudly can help you to recall. Focus your attention on materials you are studying: In order to memorize something deeply and converting that knowledge or information from short-term memory into long-term memory you need to be active and pay your full attention. Exercise more: It is also said that exercise helps to increase the number of brain cells, with the growth of new brain cells in the hippocampus (i.e. an area of the brain important in memory and learning). According to the several studies, it has been found that aerobic exercise enhances memory and improves cognitive functions. Utilization of mnemonic devices: You can use mnemonics for remembering things. This is the simple way to memorize something you want to keep in your mind for long-term memory. You can use mnemonics rhyme, song or a joke which is somehow related to the matter you want to memorize and those kinds of mnemonics are best which utilize positive imagery, humor and novelty. Visualizing concept: If you are studying something then it will be fruitful to you when that remains in your memory so for that pay an extra attentions to pictures, diagrams, charts or graphics. You can also highlights the important things you need to remember with colorful pens draw charts or figures with your idea on your note books so that it will be easier for you to remember things. Drink Green Tea: Regularly drinking green tea can improve your memory and its key ingredients- the organic molecule EGCG (epigallocatechin-3 gallate), an antioxidant that protects against age-related degenerative illnesses. Doodle: According to Plymouth University researchers, during memory test they found that doodlers performed 29% better than non-doodlers when they were asked to recall places, names, etc. Doodling helps you to concentrate on the task what you are doing at the moment. Get enough sleep: According to study, it was found that people having not enough sleep affects the storage of memories and makes us forget soon due to formation of beta amyloid, the toxic protein that clogs up the brain. Nature effects: According to the study made in US, it has been found that person who walked around looking at nature did 20% better than others during memory test. Likewise, you can try out these above mentioned tips if you are searching for the answer regarding memory improvement.

Gary Wilson passed away May 19th, 2003. His sons Gary and Ryan thought it would be awesome if they could do something to honour their father's memory while giving back to the community. They decided to help the less fortunate gain access to hockey, a sport which was responsible for giving the boys such great memories with their Dad. The memories formed by Ryan and Gary with their Dad at the rink will last a lifetime, and they believe no child should be denied the opportunity to build their own memories due to financial burdens.

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I made a pizza with cauliflower crust last night. I didn’t die. But I wouldn’t want it to be my new normal.

"Why am I fat?" A question I receive daily. You would think the question would be, "How can I be permanently thin?" But that's not the case. The majority of the time it's about "am I too fat" as opposed to seeking a real and practical solution to the overweight problem. There is no mystery why people are fat. The average American consumes 20% more calories than 20 years ago. The average American will consume approximately 100 calories more per day than they will burn. An energy gap equaling a yearly weight gain of 10.4 pounds. Reasons and causes of obesity are numerous. Learned behavior, biological, environmental are only a few factors that influence obesity. In my experience, three factors are constant with overweight people -- sedentary lifestyle, chronic dieting and poor eating habits. Don't ask, "Why am I fat?" Ask, "How can I lose weight and keep it off?" Symptoms of obesity are easily identifiable. For instance, if you don't eat breakfast, you are four times more likely to be overweight than those who do. If you eat at fast food restaurants at least once per day, double your likelihood of an overweight problem. A Harvard University study revealed young people ate 110 to 165 more calories than they burned daily, for ten years, resulting in an average 58 pound weight gain! Approximately 25% of the vegetables consumed by the average American consists of potato chips and french fries. "How can I reach my ideal body weight and maintain it for life?" My answer is simple. Reduce portions and increase your level of physical activity. Once you reach your ideal weight, when weight loss is no longer an issue, begin to improve the nutritional value of your diet. Repeat daily until you establish automatic subconscious habits. See Sequence of Weight Loss Success for more. I always get the feeling when someone asks "Why am I fat?", it's because the person is embarrassed. By pretending to not know the causes of obesity, they can not be expected to correct the problem. A simple absolution of responsibility. There is nothing wrong with you! You don't need to feel embarrassed or ashamed of your weight. This is the biggest obstacle to success you must overcome... You! How you feel about yourself. You have not broken any laws. You are not a criminal. If you are a social outcast or living in isolation it's because you choose to do so. Once you understand weight loss is completely in your control, that weight loss is certain because it's guaranteed by your choices, actions, behaviors and attitude -- once you have this epiphany, weight loss is no longer hard, difficult or a mystery. There is no difference between overweight people and naturally thin people. Both want the best for their kids. Both want good jobs and a happy and safe home. The only difference is how the overweight view themselves. This poor self-image is at the very root of the helpless feeling and confusion the overweight have about losing weight. Combine poor self-image caused by a society obsessed with "size 4 syndrome" with a history of chronic dieting that causes progressive weight gain and a sedentary lifestyle and you have a prescription for life long cascading weight gain and obesity. All of this is so avoidable it breaks my heart. First, you must repair your damaged self-image. Like yourself. Respect yourself. So you've gained weight. You're fat. Big deal. Join the 66% of the entire American population that suffers the same condition. Obesity is the norm in America! So don't allow society to label you an "out of control outcast." Don't buy into the weight loss is a great achievement misconception. Weight loss will be as easy as you make it. As sure as your commitment to it. And I'm telling you the 100% truth when I say you have every resource within you necessary to lose weight and live life free of all weight issues. Why am I fat? Am I too fat? Self-depreciating questions that do not warrant time for consideration. There is no fat quiz or symptoms of obesity that can cause or validate your condition. Losing weight is entirely your responsibility. And that's exactly why your success is certain. The only thing preventing you from living a naturally thin life is you. Overcome that obstacle and you're weight loss success is assured. I recommend reviewing 110 Quick Weight Loss Tips and Portion Perversion sections of this web site. If what you read makes sense then read my book, Barb's Foolproof Weight Loss Solution. There's nothing wrong with you! You're special -- act like it! 20 FACTS ON OBESITY Tip #17--"Why am I fat?" People are fat for a myriad of reasons. However, the question is only relevant if it's asked to discover a problem that you intend to correct. Many ask, "Why am I fat?" But what they really want to know is, "What's wrong with me." And the answer is liberating. Nothing is wrong with you!

In a city full of historic hotels, it can be hard to be the new property on the block. But when The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue debuted in 2013, it found its footing quickly around the Big Apple, distinguishing itself with modern, glamorous décor; an impressive contemporary art collection; crave-worthy Mediterranean fare at Ai Fiori from popular chef Michael White; and touches that Langham is known for, like the sweet ginger flower scent drifting through the building and the pink flowers adorning the lobby. The Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star hotel eventually became the U.S. flagship for the brand, whose origins go back to 1865 with the opening of the opulent London outpost. As The Langham, New York celebrates its fifth anniversary, we checked in with managing director Richard Bussiere, who shared how luxury has evolved over the years and where to find the best view in the Midtown hotel. How has the hotel changed since opening five years ago? In the five years since this hotel became The Langham, we have made some exciting cosmetic changes to the hotel in the form of new guest rooms, actually increasing our room count by 20 through some clever reconfigurations, and adding in two well-designed Penthouses and a Presidential Suite. We also completely revamped and expanded our event space, The Gallery at The Langham, to allow us to better host more signature events. And we installed a multimillion-dollar art collection by the famed New York painter Alex Katz — the largest private collection of his work outside of a museum that we know of in New York City. But the most impactful change has been that, in transitioning an existing hotel to be a Langham, we have come to embody all of the best elements of the Langham brand, which has instilled a greater sense of pride in our employees, many of which have been here since the building first opened, and have made us better every day in the service we provide our guests. How have the guests changed? When Langham took over this hotel, there was a lack of recognition among travelers in the U.S. about the Langham brand, and there was a perception that Midtown was not an ideal location for a luxury hotel. Over the last five years, awareness of the Langham brand name has grown, not only domestically but internationally, and Midtown has become a hot spot for hotel development, taking away the perception that this location isn’t ready for a luxury hotel. Both of those factors have allowed our guest loyalty to grow stronger, so we have seen an increase in repeat guests as well as more guests coming from the cities in which our sister hotels are located. What does luxury hospitality mean to you? Twenty-five years ago, “luxury” had a very limited definition. It spoke to customers of a certain age, who drove a specific type of car, lived at a certain address, held a certain position in life. There were certain expectations of a luxury hotel that were understood and well-defined, by both the guests and the industry at large. Luxury consumers in 2018 are less defined. They can be from any walk of life, any age, any nationality. And, more often than not, they tell us what luxury is to them rather than us predicting what it will be on their behalf. For those reasons, it is important to stay nimble, be innovative and to personalize the service you offer in the luxury market, because it changes based on the desires of each guest you serve. What do you think makes The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue special? I truly believe our best asset is our colleagues. Being well-versed in the art of hospitality is not something that everyone can attain. We have managed to find and hold onto some of the very best in the industry that have this skill. They stay with us because we continually celebrate their success at the hotel level but also company-wide. Some of the stories I could tell you about how our colleagues have gone above and beyond for our guests would give you goosebumps. But even on the most basic level, there is not one member of our team who doesn’t live our values here at The Langham. And we empower them to make our guests happy. No gesture is too big or too small if it will help that guest create a great memory of their time at our hotel. What are your favorite parts of the hotel? I love our event space, The Gallery at The Langham. It has wonderful natural light and it’s where we house most of our art collection by Alex Katz. It has been the setting for some of our most memorable moments at the hotel as well, since it is where I have the most opportunities to interact with our guests at special events and celebrations. I also like the view from the southern side of the building — our Empire State Views. Not only do they afford a spectacular view of the Empire State Building but, on a clear day, you can see all the way down Fifth Avenue to One World Trade Center, which is an inspiring sight. What is next for the hotel? We are currently investigating whether we have the space in the hotel to build a Club Lounge, which is something that Langham Hotels around the world are known for, and which would be a wonderful addition for our guests. We are also continuing to strengthen our hotel as being one of the most sustainable in New York City. We currently hold Silver Status from EarthCheck, the independent benchmarking agency employed by Langham Hospitality Group, and we are going for Gold. We have committed to decreasing the overall output of waste from the hotel. For example, we invested in a state-of-the-art Orca machine that turns food waste into environmentally safe water, and which allows us to break down 700 pounds of food per day. On average this investment has allowed us to keep 4,000 pounds of organic waste from going to landfill. Langham is opening a hotel in Dubai in 2020. What else is going on for the brand? Langham is expanding in very exciting ways over the next few years. In addition to Dubai, Langham has hotels planned for Tokyo, San Francisco and Jakarta, among other locations. I started in this industry out of college in 1980. In 1986, I moved to Asia as an expatriate, first in China and then in Southeast Asia and the Pacific. I came back to the U.S. in 2013 to work as the managing director of The Langham, Boston — my first time working in the U.S. in nearly 30 years. This then lead to my current position, as managing director at Langham, overseeing both The Langham, Boston and The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue, which is really the pinnacle of a career spent doing what I love. To have the opportunity to lead a luxury hotel in the middle of Fifth Avenue to greater and greater success is an achievement that makes me feel proud and excited to come to work every single day.

The federal government is again facing the prospect of a shutdown, this time on September 30, unless Congress can find a way to pass its remaining appropriations bills, or come up with some sort of short-term solution. Currently, government funding is set to run out just 37 days before Nov. 6, the day of the midterm elections . Republicans control both the Senate and House, along with the presidency, but Trump and lawmakers have put the blame on Democrats for not passing immigration reform . Whether Congress will bow to the pressure remains to be seen. Republicans are not keen on handing Democrats a shutdown to use against them in advance of the November elections, so some movement is likely. However, Congress has only a handful of working days before the September 30 deadline. We would think the worthies would redouble their efforts to get the budget passed, and forge a compromise the president can accept. But nothing with Congress is certain, except they can be counted on to wait until the last minute to act.

I am a visual person. I like pictures and paintings and statues and icons. In fact, I’d much rather have a nice picture to look at than a page of words. Oh don’t get me wrong, I love books with a passion but when it comes to Lent books I do like a picture to get my teeth in to. Last year I took a three month sabbatical from parish work to wander round art galleries near and far to choose forty paintings which spoke to me of Lent. Some of them are old friends, paintings I go back to time and time again, and some are new discoveries which took my breath away. After I had chosen the pictures I spent some time sleeping in a library in Wales writing short meditations to go with them. You may not need the words. You may simply want to gaze upon the painting and think your own thoughts. And that’s fine. But you may find the meditations lead you down a certain path which helps your Lenten devotions. I am not an art expert by any means. These forty paintings are perhaps not the greatest works of art on the themes I have chosen, but they were the ones which spoke to me last year. Next year I might chose something completely different. Please do comment on the art or the text and we can travel through this Lent together. Each day in Lent I shall post a new image and meditation so add this Lenten blog to your favourites and come back every day to pray and wonder. I shall be following your images of Lent. Images are so powerful and often say more than words can.

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Last September of 2009, I got the itch to take a course or two at a local University. I checked on-line and found that Brown University had some very interesting courses in the evenings. I was so afraid that I would fail or need to drop out because of my mental illness that I almost did not scratch that itch that I had to go back. Last fall I chose two courses in my field of interest. Both were in the Neuroscience Department. The first course was entitled "Learning and Memory." The course covered the neurological pathways that we use from infancy through adulthood in order to remember what we have learned and how to access it. The best part for me was doing a dissection of the human brain! The second course that I took was entitled "Mental Illness and the Brain." The course covered all the mental illnesses that people live with, where in the brain the site of the disease is located, what medications are used and the method of operation of these medications. This was by far one of the most fascinating courses I have ever taken. Since I am bipolar, that part of the course was very informative, but so were all the other aspects of studying the etiology of other mental illnesses and the hope for new medications. Having been successful in the fall of last year, I decided to take two more courses this spring. The first course I chose is entitled "Infant and Child Mental Health." This is a course that is totally foreign to me, but a subject I have always wanted to learn. So far things are going well. The second course I chose was another interest of mine, and was entitled "Social Media and Online Technologies." When I realized that Brown was on Twitter, I was amazed and intrigued especially since we had just set up a Facebook page for Hillsgrove House and we hope to be on the World Wide Web soon. I am learning how integral these types of communication have become to socialization amongst people, and particularly how it is benefiting the mentally ill. People can now communicate any time of the day, especially if they just need a friend to converse with late at night. I look forward to exploring the theories of this course as it progresses. I cannot express how much taking these courses has done for my self-esteem. I feel like I come alive when I'm in class. What a sense of accomplishment I feel when I can think through my medications and my mental illness. The most important thing is that if I had to drop out, or if I failed a course, that I am not a failure. Rock on!

Especially, during the last 10 years a lot of projects have been carried out at Groyne 42. The projects range from mapping of the comprehensive contamination of the area through examination of the contaminated area to development of models for the spreading of the toxic chemicals to the North Sea. We have produced a chronologically list of all publications related to the toxic waste site at Groyne 42. Data from the NorthPestClean pilot experiments will be published on our website to make sure that everyone who might be interested has full access to the latest data. In connection with the project, tasks have been put out to tender. Tender material is published on our website to make sure that everyone who might be interested in bidding has full access to the relevant information.

Pelion is a peninsula of Greece that is situated in the center of Greece. It is very beautiful and famous. This is blessed with natural beauty and the credit to its beauty goes to the beautiful combination of mountains and sea on the peninsula. All things that are in Pelion look so beautiful. The mountains are filled with lots of greenery with numerous high trees. The beaches are also amazing with crystal clear blue waters. There is a myth popular about this peninsula. It is that this peninsula was once the home of the famous creatures called as centaurs. These are some mythical creatures that were believed to have body half of human being and half of a horse. The most famous name among the centaurs is of chilon. He was the teacher of the famous achilies who was a great hero of Greece as well as Jason and Heracles. The villages of Pelion are really very beautiful as well as traditional. These are built with grey stones that are found in plenty here. The bridges are also built with grey stone and look very nice. There are many churches in Pelion. Some are of Byzantine time and some of them are post Byzantine times. These have their own contribution in the beauty of this place. The best time for holidays in Pelion can be any time in the whole year. This place is full of activities both in summer as well as winters. If you visit here in summer season then you will have a lot of fun in the beautiful beaches of Pelion surrounded by the wonderful green mountains. And if you come here in winter season then also you will experience a lot of fun viewing the whole peninsula covered in white. You will definitely enjoy the snowy slopes. You can simply enjoy in the pistes that are so well organized in the ski centre in chania. The villages of Pelion are very beautiful and traditional. The architecture of the houses is very beautiful. There is the use of grey stone and wood in all the buildings. The roofs of all the houses have the same shape and are covered with grey stone. There are some mansions in Pelion which are very famous. Their shape is like that of a tower and all of these have three floors. The beaches of Pelion are very beautiful. These are covered with white colored sand and the water is deep crystal clear and has the beautiful combination of blue and green color. These beaches attract a large number of tourists every year. Some famous beaches of Pelion are milopotamas, agios ioannis and papa Nero etc. these are the real jewels of Pelion. The night life of Pelion is not so famous but it has some well developed facilities for enjoying night life at the main beach resorts.

Wood closet doors – Normally in medium-sized houses, the rooms have a closet included, it may not be the largest of all but it will do the job. In the big houses, the stage is completely different; the cabinets occupy a whole room, where you can feel like in a private clothing store. Whatever the case with which you identify yourself, today we will show you some great ideas of how you can build a beautiful wooden wardrobe that fits your needs. By the way we will take wood as the main material, since it is the most used to build and create closets or closet, it is resistant, durable, keeps moisture away and will be the best way to preserve your clothes. Destine a whole room to install a wood closet doors made to measure space, are the best solution for a shared closet, separate equally the number of drawers and shelves for an equitable distribution. One of the great benefits of wood is that there are many types you can choose from. In this case we show you this custom made closet option in dark wood. This will also be defined by the decorative style you have in the room. Wooden wardrobe option is one of the most current: large doors that go from floor to ceiling and polished mahogany wood, which goes perfectly with any decoration inside the room. The interior depends on you. The main thing in a wood closet doors is that it should be practical and with plenty of storage space. This idea of ​​multiple shelves and drawers is excellent, because it allows you to keep all your belongings in order. The more floors, the more space to organize. We must not forget that a sliding door will always be well received, does not occupy space and is easy to hide.

Gail Reid: When Rhoda Janzen is injured in a car accident shortly after her husband of 15 years dumps her for a man, she postpones her sabbatical and returns to the comfort of her parents' California home. Her parents are leaders of the Mennonite church so the worldly Rhoda's return to her Mennonite roots is a distinctly different kind of memoir. This story evokes themes from Elizabeth Gilbert's "Eat, Pray, Love" as well as a humorous response to everything reminiscent of David Sedaris and Nora Ephron. What's uniquely different is the Mennonite angle. Few of us have insight into the beliefs and everyday life of this fascinating religious group. I don't like to bash a book that many people will, in fact, enjoy. After all, it has been on the bestseller's list for several months. However, the humor is much too caustic for me and sometimes crosses the line to mean spirited. The author is very impressed with her academic credentials and she does have an admirable vocabulary; but, I picked it up the first time that she was a smart cookie. Enough!

Home/Residential, Technology/August 1 is World Wide Web Day! Web browsing and many other online activities we take for granted today wouldn't have been possible without the invention of the World Wide Web. It’s difficult to get one’s arms around just how impactful the arrival of “the internet” was for people all around the world. And it’s amazing to think how relatively young this technology is, considering its extraordinary role in changing how the world communicates. We put “internet” in quotes because what many people think of as the internet actually refers to a few different things. Often, people confuse “Wi-Fi” with the internet, although Wi-Fi refers only to an internet connection being broadcast over radio waves. Another term that gets mixed up with internet is “World Wide Web,” but really the World Wide Web (aka “The Web”) is a global information system that operates over the internet – much as email or Skype or Netflix do. What makes the Web so interesting and important is that it essentially made the internet a more user-friendly place where people could easily share ideas, photos, baby videos – you name it. Since August 1 is World Wide Web Day, we thought we’d take note of some of the facts and history behind the Web. The invention of the World Wide Web is credited to an English software engineer named Tim Berners-Lee. The son of parents who were among the very first computer scientists, Berners-Lee was working at CERN — a particle physics laboratory in Geneva, Switzerland in the 1980s —when he became frustrated by the fact that information on computers was hard to share. Plus, the information was often in different computer languages. There had to be a better way. If all of that sound mostly like gobbledygook to you, that’s OK. The point is, it worked, and worked so well that by the time the mid 1990s rolled around, businesses started to get the point that they needed to be on the World Wide Web just to compete. Everyone else soon followed. Adaptation to the Web was aided by the fact that CERN agreed to make the underlying code for the Web available without any royalty fees — essentially opening up the Web to anyone and everyone and fueling the rapid growth of the internet, the World Wide Web and just about anything else you can think of that requires an online connection. Despite the seeming ubiquity of internet access, there are still billions of people around the world who don’t have a connection — reliable or otherwise. That need is what’s driven Viasat to advance the availability of internet over satellite. Where cables and terrestrial wireless can’t or won’t go, satellite will, and it’s increasingly clear that satellite will be the technology to take the Web to many of the places it couldn’t go before. If you want to know more about the World Wide Web, check out the book “Weaving the Web” by Berners-Lee himself.

Seven years ago, I was in Syria and I had a vision. It was like a dream, but I wasn’t sleeping. I saw myself in a war. People were fighting in all kinds of ways, and babies were crying. But in the dream, I was safe. When I woke up, I wondered if I was crazy! I didn’t believe those in my dream who said that Jesus is the real way and we should believe him. I didn’t know what to believe. Before I had this vision, I had asked God to show me the real truth. It was then I had this dream. After that, I believed in Him, and I know that this way is the truth. – Let’s take a moment to remember that there are people from different faiths and background seeking the truth. Pray that they will see visions and dreams. Pray that the Lord will send them believers to help them be established in the word and to grow in the knowledge of Christ.

May is a busy month, with various key dates of celebration and recognition. Over the course of the month, i am going to share with you some tools and suggestions. First up, in honour of Maternal Mental Health Week, here is a tool that i put together. After studying both Dialectical Behaviour Therapy as well as more body-based self-compassion modalities, i find this tool can be helpful to help you take control of your emotions. I love acronyms as it makes it so much easy to remember the suggestions. Plus it’s a helpful reminder that we can be in control of our feelings. It can be hard to take time for yourself, especially when we are told to take care of others and that it’s selfish to do kind things for ourselves. This tool can be a great way for you to steal some moments to yourself, in an intentional way. It also can manifest some good feelings that linger. Rainbows are incredible symbols of everyday magic or woo woo, and taking time to notice the joy and beauty in the everyday helps us with our emotional well-being. We deserve to notice these moments, and deserve to take time to pause. It’s important to slow down and catch your breath. We can only see rainbows when we are able to be aware of what’s in front of us. This is also a great way to notice what we need an a given moment. What can you do in this moment to rest and relax? Can you put your feet up and just take in the sights and sounds around you? Linger a bit longer in the shower, add some luxurious hand lotion to your sensory self-care. Have a cat-nap. Maybe treat yourself to a nice mala bracelet with your favourite crystal – this can be a calming tool and a way to practice some mindful meditation. Radical Acceptance is a helpful tool to be able to acknowledge something for what it is. That doesn’t mean we have to truly agree with it, but the acceptance can be a first step to let things go. This stops the pain from turning into suffering, and it allows us to be more present with ourselves in the present. When we don’t accept something, it keeps us stuck. So, try working with this idea and practice saying “it is what it is.” See how that starts to feel in your body. Maybe some parts feel less stuck or tight. Setting intentions for a day, a week, or a year can be a guide that sets you with following where your want your life to go. The intention can be a simple word that carries meaning for you, or a mantra/affirmation that holds significance for you. If you don’t already have one, take some time to journal and brainstorm the words and phrases that are meaningful for you. It is a good way of giving ourselves permission to focus on what we really want, and to take ownership of our moods and behaviour. Then work on ways to implement it into your everyday life. Maybe there is a symbol that speaks to you as a guide – be it a rainbow of hope and luck, a butterfly of resilience, or a lavender flower that helps you feel calm. When you have a symbol that acts as Recalled Anchor (i wrote about it more here) or resource, seeing it in your everyday life is a great way to boost your mood. Self-Compassion is not the same as self-esteem and yet they work well together. To have self-compassion, it implies that we need to treat ourselves with the loving kindness we give others when they need our support. Think of some ways to give yourself self-compassion – it can be a permission slip to eat some chocolate after a hard day, and to enjoy it without judgement. It can be to not do the dishes and instead watch some marathon TV. It can be a yoga stretch or dance to your favourite music. The compassion comes from reminding yourself that your matter and deserve this break. Reading is a great way for your brain to take a break from the monkey mind or inner critic. It is especially helpful when we are able to distract ourselves from the everyday worries and thoughts. You can get your dog-eared favourite book, or a new book that you have never read; it can be a fiction novel, self-help book, or a how-to book for something you want to learn. Take time to write in your own journal, free writing or following a guide. If reading is not your thing, no worries. Listen to an audio book or a podcast. This podcast that talks more about everyday magic and woo woo is a great listen! Watch a movie that you have never seen before – the idea is to let your brain relax and absorb what it is taking in, instead of the constant chatter it typically takes you to. Research has shown links to fresh air, being outdoors and mental health. Our brains are elastic and benefit from the change in scenery as well as air changes. Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Polyvagal theory also show us that a quick walk outdoors can do a lot to change our mood. Everything is better outside. Think of some simple things you can do – a walk, sitting on your porch our balcony, a picnic snack during your lunch break for instance. Another benefit to getting outside is that there may be other people that you can connect with – it helps us feel less alone or isolated after being indoors when feeling down. You don’t need to have a long chat with someone, but a quick hello can be a great break your mind and body needs too. In keeping with Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, it’s imperative to take care of your basic needs. Research shows that we need to nurture our physical body in order to heal our mental health. Do a quick checklist – when was the last time you drank some water, had a healthy snack, slept enough, did some exercise for your body? If it’s been 2 hours since your last water break, have a glass right now. And then find ways to allow time for the other ways to take care of your body.

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Should I stop seeing my councillor? Hi Sam. I'm in a bit of a dilemma. So basically I'm going through a tough time , I'm especially worried about my Dad who suffers from a mental illness. I have my mum at home but I see a councillor at school and when I talk about things and my dad it makes me feel good to get it off my chest and tell someone how i feel. But the thing is she is a bit judgmental. She always focuses on how my Dad is feeling and not my feelings, and she talks about him, but she has never even met him so she doesn't really know much. Some of the things that she says make me feel like she is judging him and it makes me really uncomfortable. The school recommends that I go and see her regularly, and I do need someone to talk to but I don't think she is right for me. Do you have any advice? It can be hard when we feel family members are being judged by anyone, especially someone who is meant to be helping us. Finding someone to talk to who can make us feel comfortable to share our issues with can really make a difference. Counselling sessions are for you to talk about the things that concern you and should not focus on others. Your feelings are important and should be the main focus of each session. Sometimes it can be hard to connect with a counsellor and this may be one of those times. It is okay to tell her how you feel and give her a chance to repair the relationship between you. Most counsellors will openly accept this feedback and try to make things work for you. If you find you still cannot work with her then try talking to the school about how you feel. You have the right to get things off your chest and to feel heard. Not getting on well with this counsellor doesn’t mean you should stop counselling entirely. One way that may make you feel comfortable is to talk to your doctor about counselling, as most surgeries have a counsellor for patients to use. Your doctor can refer you for talking therapy that is free on the NHS, although this will only be available if the doctor thinks it will help. Often talking to people of the same age can help. The ChildLine message boards have posts from people who are experiencing similar things. You may even want to discuss your feelings with a ChildLine counsellor.

It’s pretty difficult to indulge in delicious food and still be beach ready. Luckily, the clean eating trend doesn’t seem to be such a trend anymore. In fact, being vegan and eating healthy is starting to become the norm for many people. Because of this we’re seeing more and more vegan/ healthy options popping up. Miami is known for its beautiful beaches and savory foods but now you can add vegan to the list of foods popular in town! Check out these vegan spots next time you’re in Miami. This café is located in the heart of Miami, inside of Love Life Wellness center, a place where you can schedule workouts/yoga classes, holistic services, and of course, eat! This place is dedicated to offering customers a way to heal both mentally and physically. However, if you’re only interested in the food than that’s okay too. The café offers everything from breakfast to soups to burgers to pizza! Everything is made with health in mind, so you won’t feel guilty eating it. If you have a sweet tooth, Chef Chloe and The Vegan Café is the place for you. They offer cake, cookies, cupcakes, and more. The food taste good, looks good, and the café is located in the Miami design district - you’ll be Instagraming everything! The staff is also a huge part of the welcoming feeling because they’re so attentive and willing to help in any way they can. There’s also the fact that the café is so popular that even celebrities go there. All this aside, the food is what stands out the most. If you didn’t know it was vegan food, you’d never be able to tell. Don’t let the name fool you. DIRT is all about clean-eating which is why they offer vegan options to their customers. The idea is to have inclusivity at the restaurant so anyone who wants to eat clean can enjoy - vegan or not. With two locations in Miami, DIRT has been the talk of the town for offering fresh, delicious food. Jeff LaTulippe, co-founder, says he started DIRT because he struggled with his weight in the past and wanted to provide a place where you didn’t have to compromise on taste in order to eat clean. Delirio Fresh offers abundant meals to give you tons of energy for your day. They’re unique however, because they practice what they preach. Not only do they have four locations in Miami where you can go to enjoy some healthy vegan food, but they also offer meal plans to be delivered right to your door. That’s right, they have made it so simple for you to be healthy on a daily basis! Everything from green juices to acai bowls to smoothies to empanadas – Delirio Fresh has got it. Almalibre Açaí Bar aims at feeding your adventurous sprit in hopes of giving you the courage to go out and do what you’ve always wanted. They have a number of items on their menu, but their acai is by far the most popular. Almalibre carries a unique formula for their acai that no one else in the world offers (because they own the rights to it of course). Nevertheless, the acai is creamy and flavorful and according to the owner, the #1 acai not just in Miami but in Florida! Vegan & Juice is a quaint little place in Miami that offers fresh, healthy vegan food. They stress the importance of health and treating our bodies like delicate temples that should be treasured. Along with the use of science, the staff at Vegan & Juice understand what our bodies need to be healthy and they incorporate that into their food options. The menu is unique in flavor and choices and everything tastes exquisite.

Spotlight on SheSpeaks Blogger - Lisa Blanco of Try This! Lisa Blanco has three children ages 7, 8, & 10. She's the Children's Church leader and she spends a lot of time volunteering at her kids school helping out the teachers. Three years ago, she was diagnosed with heart disease and now she's living with an ICD/pacemaker inside. When not busy with kids, she is writing on her blog Try This! Lisa is an active member of our community and most recently worked on the L'Oreal Magic Cream campaign. We wanted to learn more about her so sat down to find our more, and here is what we discovered. My niche is…Parenting, Kids products. I write when…..My kids are in school. Summer is usually slow for me on the blog. How has blogging changed my life: It gives me something to do. It helps me to feel like I am helping other families by sharing what works and what doesn’t so they waste their money. I am a quiet person so this also gives me an outlet to reach a lot of people without actually talking in a large group. A brand I have loved working with: I love working with Boogie Wipes. It is a great product that was invented by a mom. When did I start blogging: 2010, and when I look back at my first post I laugh at how far I have come with content and posting. How I see the future of blogging/social media: I think it is going to continue growing. Everyone wants to be heard and blogging is a great way to share. Where I work: I do most my blogging sitting on the couch watching TV. I am connected….A lot, though, I try to do anything technology based while the kids are in school so that when they are home my focus is on them. They are little for only so long and I don’t want their memory of their childhood with mom on the computer. When I’m stressed, I…..Walk and pray. My favorite gadget is….My camera. I love taking my camera everywhere, you never know when the moment will come that you want to take a picture. My favorite travel destination is….That’s tough. Living in Florida I love the beach scene but would love to see the mountains when its snowing. I do all my shopping….Target! I love Target! My favorite movie: All time favorite is Annie, (the original version) but Couples Retreat is a hilarious movie! I dream about….The future. I want my kids to have a great future. What else I do: I am a children’s church leader and I love teaching the children about God.

9 Oct Neil asks KZN if slow dancing is a thing of the past? Is slow dancing a thing of the past? Is the ritual of asking for a dance lost forever? That was Neil's question to the listeners of KZN this past Sunday.

Hostal El Pino is a beautiful residence that is in an excellent place for travelers who want to know Cienfuegos. Our hostel is located just 200 meters from the cienfueguero boardwalk. From various points of the house you will have full access to the hostel's WIFI so that you can communicate with your family and work. The most important thing is that you as a guest feel at ease, with privacy and always well attended by our family with whom you will have direct contact.

Roger Federer of Switzerland and Bill Gates shake hands at the Match For Africa 4 exhibition match at KeyArena on April 29, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. When I was in my 20s and early 30s, my whole life was focused on work. I didn’t take vacations or weekends off. I was always the first in the office and the last to leave. These days, I’m better at balancing the work that I love to do with my foundation and taking time off to spend with family and friends. My parents first taught me bridge, but I really started to enjoy it after playing with Warren Buffett. It takes a mix of strategy and teamwork to do well. We always find time to play a few games when we’re together. This civilization-building board game is a favorite in my family. Melinda, our kids, and I have spent many hours sitting around the table trading resources, building roads, and strategizing to be the first to reach 10 victory points. I have played tennis my whole life. This year, I got to play a match with Roger Federer to help raise money for his foundation. I wouldn’t say it was the most relaxing tennis game I’ve ever played, but it was a whole lot of fun. It may not be too surprising that one of my favorite ways to relax is to keep learning. On average, I try to read a book a week, and I always bring a whole tote bag of them on vacation. In 1993, Melinda and I visited Tanzania, Kenya, and Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo). That trip changed our lives and inspired us to start our foundation and get involved in philanthropy sooner than we planned. I know it’s not possible for everyone to travel halfway around the world, so I’ve started sharing VR videos on my Gates Notes blog of what I’m seeing and learning.

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2009 (HealthDay News) -- The length of time a patient has to wait between lung cancer diagnosis and treatment is influenced by a number of health-care system factors, a new U.S. study finds. Researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center analyzed data on 482 patients diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer. They found that factors such as type of hospital (private or public), insurance coverage, age and race have a major impact on the time it takes for a patient diagnosed with lung cancer to receive treatment. For example, 59 percent of patients treated at a public hospital had advanced (stage 3) lung cancer, compared with 37 percent of patients treated at a private hospital. The researchers also found significant differences in patient populations at public and private hospitals in terms of age, race and socioeconomic status. "This study demonstrates that in a contemporary U.S. health-care system, intervals among suspicion, diagnosis and treatment vary widely and are predominately associated with system variables such as insurance and hospital type," said study author Dr. David E. Gerber. "An organized and timely approach to subsequent diagnostic and therapeutic measures may benefit these individuals and reduce this health-care disparity." The study appears in the November issue of the Journal of Thoracic Oncology.

Saturday July 06th - 8:30am to 11am Our community is working so hard to cleanup and rebuild was has been lost by so many of us. Please take a short break from all of your efforts and join us for a great free breakfast that will allow us to say thank you, and to help fuel-up for the day. We will be accepting donations via cheque to the Canadian Red Cross Alberta Flood relief fund to further aid those most affected in our community. If you know of anyone that is still displaced from their homes, please forward this invitation for a great start to the day!

Reasons why You Ought To Compare Online Fax Services No matter the type of product or services you are in need of, it is usually important to make a comparison before you buy any. This is also true when it comes to online faxing. Before you decide to use any online fax services, you should, make your comparison. It is advisable to compare as these services will require to be paid for every month. Any person or company that is planning to use the online faxing services will benefit if they compare the different providers. This is because in most cases, there is always a slight difference in the rates and plans offered by the online fax service providers. It is therefore important to do examine closely the different services that they each offer. Selecting the right online fax provider would benefit any company for a long period of time. Many people mainly consider the prices that the providers charge per month. It is not only the affordable services that you should put your interest on but also the quality of services provided. You should focus mainly on the quality of service you will be offered. The good news is that some online fax providers will offer you some free days for trial. This gives their customers an opportunity to determine whether the services are what they expected or not. Online fax involves using the mail and web system to check and send faxes. Following the fact that everything is done online, you will not need to have a fax machine and even a fax phone line. You won’t also experience the situation of messy inks all over your working place as everything will be paperless. There are several reasons as to why online faxing have become widely known. First, it has been prove to very cheap compared to other means of faxing. It is also safe enough and portable. Additionally mobile phones and laptops can stand for the fax machine making it so convenient. For business owners, customers will be able to reach your business easily as the faxes will be available all the time. You must first sign up with an fax provider before you start using the online services. It is through the accounts that you will be given that you will be able to send and receive faxes. Beginners should use the various online comparison sites available in the in the internet. It is in such sites that you will be able to access the necessary information regarding the most suitable fax service for you. By comparing the different online fax providers, you will be saving yourself or your business from later regrets.

Ciclesonide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling asthma symptoms may decrease time lost from work or school. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier.This medication must be taken regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. Keep track of how often you need to use your quick-relief inhaler, and tell your doctor. If your quick-relief inhaler does not seem to work as well, if you need to use more than usual of your quick-relief inhaler for 2 or more days in a row, or if you need to use more than one full canister of your quick-relief inhaler over a 2-month period, seek immediate medical attention.

With Valentine’s Day over I hope you all had a nice day with your loved ones. It’s hard to believe that the month of February is already coming to a close in a week. In my monthly market update I will be pulling numbers for the Menifee’s real estate market. As always my stats are based on single family, detaches residences, with 3+ bedrooms and 2+ baths. Getting into the numbers for the month of February, I can see right away that we have gone down in the number of active listings. In January we had a total of 64 and now in February we are down to 48 a 25% decrease in inventory. The Price in which these homes are being listed has risen this month to $325,929 from January’s price of $295,498. With the supply of homes still so low it’s continuing to make it difficult for people to purchase a home in the Menifee area as well as other surrounding communities in the valley. Now taking a look at what is selling in Menifee, we haven’t seen as many homes close escrow in January. We have dropped off 17 homes last month in comparison to December’s numbers. The average price in which they are actually selling for has remained within $1000. The amount of time they are remaining on the market is maintaining its average. With the debt relief act continuing until December 31, 2013 many homeowners are taking advantage of the benefits by doing a short sale instead of going through the foreclosure process. I have a lot of experience working with these types of situations and I know they can be a long process but if this is something you or someone you know is considering please call and I will be happy to answer any questions and get the ball rolling. I know this can be a difficult situation, but I am here to help.

With regard to whatever worries you, not only accept the worst thing that could happen, but make it a point to quantify what the worst thing could be. Very seldom will the worst consequence be anywhere near as bad as a cloud of "undefined consequences." My father would tell me early on, when I was struggling and losing my shirt trying to get Parsons Technology going, "Well, Robert, if it doesn't work, they can't eat you."

Anyone else have actual experience? are these UFOs over China?? What makes you likely to be abducted by aliens? What do you know about black magic ? Are the ghosts real or unreal? Ladies, what do you do if you're picked up by a bird?

Just what we do. It's powerful enough to do the job & a 3 week holiday hardly made a dent in the charge on a 5 AH battery. I suspect that other makes of cordless 18V tools will also do a small vacuum cleaner for a similar price. We have a Challenger 530 - having moved on from a smaller 2 berth. The side diner is really useful & the extra acres of space around the kitchen makes it really comfortable to live in. Most importantly, SWMBO is really happy with it. We've spent a calendar month away in it, & any worries we might have had about choosing this layout vanished very quickly. Chances of someone, who tows a boat on a trailer, reading a forum called "Caravan Talk"? Not too high. On re-reading, I think you're right about that. Low down in the middle of the car is a good place to stow weighty items, even though I'm not too sure what would happen to it in the event of a crash. If the van's spare wheel lives in the "empty spare footwell of the car" Where does the car's spare wheel live? Toddler! Date of Birth: 1st April 1900. Thanks for that. There's a list of questions which _must_ be answered, & I do dislike being forced to hand over personal details - especially when it looks like it's marketing who want to know everything about you. We've put down a deposit on a new Challenger & I thought it would be a good idea to join Swift Talk. I wanted to read what owners of Swift vans liked and disliked about their vans, where snags can be found & if there are any common defects or problems. (Yes I can & do read what's posted here, but a dedicated forum might also be useful) Only, I can't. If you try to join Swift Talk there's a question you must answer before you're allowed to open an account. Caravan VIN - I don't have one & probably won't for a couple of months. I would like to raise this as a question on Swift Talk - but, obviously, I can't do that because. .. Can anyone on here, who is also in Swift Talk, take this up with them? The OP didn't say they _had_ to find a new insurer. The only time you will find out how good your insurance is, is when you need to make a claim. Clearly they made a claim & were pretty unhappy with the result. Different answers for different people in different situations. As our van is kept a few miles away, I bring the battery home & store it over the winter. I had a Kojak a few years back. One month after the warranty ended, the hydraulic seals started to leak a bit - & then failed altogether. Purpleline didn't offer any repair, replacement or even advice on the problem.

For as far as I knew, only a handful of adults would bother to greet him and made efforts to talk to him. At which point, Old Man Red would reply abruptly and gruffly, before turning away as if he didn’t welcome the attention or courtesy. I did wonder though, how he came to be called ‘Red’ since nothing about the old man came remotely close to being anything of bright color, or any color for that matter. Everything about him was dark and somber. A ‘gothic relic’, one of my friends once called him when she was visiting with me. “What do you know about being a gothic? You’re ten! Come to think of it, what do you know of relics?!” my older brother sassed with the smug look of a know-it-all. Yes, I have a brother. Lots of male cousins too, for that matter. They were nuisances, and still are. I say that fondly. My sisters were alright. Anyway, I digress as I am wont to do. My brother would have said something back, probably totally inappropriate, but my mom overheard us and interjected. She told us not to call anyone ‘creepy’, then she chased us out of the house to go be underfoot elsewhere. My friend was right about one thing though, Old Man Red was strange. If anything, my curiosity burnt within me to know the story of this man. I found myself asking questions, such as, What is his real name? How old is he? Is he as alone in this world as he seemed to be? Is there no wife? Does he have children or relatives somewhere? And for as long as he had practically been a familiar albeit unfriendly hermit to the people in my hometown, I wondered, Who took care of his needs, and how did he survive? Ten years old, and I already possessed a very curious mind. It would be to my advantage when I am older and wanted to write about drama and life, but back then it just gave me headaches and wild imaginations. The questions of Old Man Red’s survival and continued existence was of paramount concern to me, admittedly not because I cared about him all that much since I didn’t know him, but more because I was naturally curious and mysteries had always attracted me. Alone, but is he lonely? Did he know what people were saying about him behind his back? Did he know of the persistent whispers around him when he made his rare visits to town and when people he encountered quite obviously made a wide detour around him, but stayed near enough to stare and gawk, not to mention gossip? How did he feel, knowing children were quite certainly afraid of him, and most adults stayed out of his way? I admit that as a child, I had this fear, when all I heard told of this man was the same tale other children heard from adults around them, that Old Man Red was so called and looked the way he did, because he was actually a monster in disguise.

I am mostly recovered from my marathon month of January finishing Little Shop of Murders. I think it's going to be a fun read.I can't wait for my publisher's feedback on revision suggestions. We've kicked around some cover art ideas for the new book, and it's exciting to picture it as real. And BrigaDOOM! About three weeks until we see it in the stores! I am beside myself with excitement. Meanwhile, I have turned my hat around, and I'm on my way for the promotional part of the process. This will be a real learning curve, but then everything about writing and publishing seems to be that way. Plus I'm percolating on the next book, my fingers are getting itchy to start.

When and why did you first join SMART? I went to the first SMART Summit in 2005 in Marlborough. I was very interested in what they had to say so I joined right then and there. I was always interested in helping animals in any way I can and thought this was a perfect way. I have been volunteering ever since — with just about all the teams in SMART. I am a Certified Veterinary Technician and also the Veterinary Services Coordinator (in simple terms hospital manager) in the vet hospital at Zoo New England, based at the Franklin Park Zoo. What is your most heartwarming memory about deploying with SMART? I have many great memories of my deployments with SMART but I would probably say the most heartwarming was Munson, MA after the tornado in 2011. We were brought a baby rabbit (I would say just a week or so old) and it was very cold and lethargic. We really didn’t think it would survive but I still got up every couple of hours to change the hot water bottles and see how it was doing. Finally in the middle of the night it started to come around and became more aware. I offered it a small amount of formula and it finally ate. The next morning it was taken to a rabbit rehab place and she nursed it back until it could be released. It is the “little” things that make this job great. If you go to the SMART website the first picture that pops up is me holding the bunny the morning after we received it just before it went to the rabbit rehab. Is there anything unusual that you keep in your Go Kit??? I don’t think there is anything unusual, but some important things that I have found out about by being deployed are definitely kept in there. One item is a set of kneepads for kneeling on the cement floors while cleaning cages. Another is a pair of shoe inserts that give extra comfort for my feet when I am standing 12 hours or more on a cement floor. The third most helpful thing that I have is my Leatherman (pocket tool kit) — it has come in handy many times. And above all — I do not go anywhere with out my Aleve and several snacks!! What’s the first thing you do after a deployment to take care of yourself? I guess the first thing I do is go home and take a long hot shower. Then I play with my cats that are usually unhappy that I have not been home. I usually have to go back to work the next day but sometimes just telling friends and family about my experiences help me to forget about some of the bad times and just relive the happy times and the good that I have helped with. What would you tell other people about joining SMART? I would encourage anyone to join. I would tell anyone that the board and the operational team leaders are great people and work very hard to keep this organization working in an organized fashion. The volunteers are a huge help and without them we could not help in as many places as we have been able to. If you love and care for animals and want to help them, then joining SMART is definitely a good start! The trainings are very helpful and even though I have been working in the animal world for 25 plus years I always learn something new in the trainings and deployments. I have met many people by joining SMART that have become great friends and I know when I work and train with them I can count on them to help me learn and stay safe. SMART would like to thank Sharon for all of her efforts on behalf of animals, both as a volunteer and in her work as a Veterinary Technician.

I, Han Kim, was given the task of updating the design of our APSU GIS website. From first glance, the website looks great, and looks like something any business owner may be proud of, but the goal is to make a simple, clean, user-friendly experience. This is where I had the opportunity to transfer the WordPress skills I’ve learned from school and my freelance work to optimize a site with UX design as a priority. That was the goal, but how do we go about achieving this goal? First is to identify who your target market is and what is the main purpose of the website. Our target market is our past GIS clients, and new business clients looking for GIS solutions. The main purpose of the site is to educate, bring awareness to our projects and students, while developing a future client. The process of having a great UX (user-experience) is being able to keep the user’s attention, while helping them navigate to the resources that they are looking for. While having our website open, I made a complete list of what needs to be removed and what needs to be added. Small things that may be overlooked such as, which icon should accompany a button, may have significant implications when trying to create a user friendly design. After you’ve made the list of actions you’re ready to make changes as long as your previous website is backed up. We were able to have a testing server to run our changes, which I would recommend. Make each change and preview it to make sure the design didn’t disrupt any other element of the page. Once you’re finished, review the website again top to bottom in every page in case something was overlooked.

Hello! My name is Irina. I live in the city of Minsk, Belarus. I love my family. My main muse is my Shih Tzu dog named Sophie. Dolls firmly entered my life. All my knowledge and skills, hobbies, everything helps in the work on the creation of each doll.

Vogue just put out an article that said that wedding photographers are no longer needed in the world today. It was listed in their Top 10 Rules to Break for weddings. Do you need a wedding photographer? We are wedding photographers and we should be telling you yes, but it really is up to you and what you want to invest in for the future. If you are just thinking about facebook and social media, you will get a ton of photos from your friends taking photos off of their phone. The photos could be good or they could be a terrible mess. Even the casual hobby photographer can come away with a terrible mess on a wedding day with their camera. A wedding photographer is skilled at their position and they know what to expect going into a wedding. They are prepared for any situation and will be able to capture it with their gear. If the lighting is not right for a cell phone to take the photo, the photographer will have the proper gear to capture the moment. When you book a photographer, they are their to piece together the whole event as an art form. It won't be a couple of snap shots off of a phone, but it will be beautiful work put together from throughout the day. Your wedding is only going to happen once and it goes by so fast that you will want someone to be able to capture every single piece of it. All the planning that has been done for that day and it is over in an instant.

Recently I had the pleasure of remixing a tune by a couple of my favorite artists, Pitch Black. They massively inspired me to become an electronic musician, and have since helped me in various aspects of my career from music production to how to handle yourself in a strange new country. They are both fantastic blokes who have kept NZ on the true live electronica map for over 10 years, and they are still powering strong. As well as release the tune, I have recorded the entire production process from start to finish, and am releasing 6 hours of high definition video footage to show people exactly how I did everything. The first two hours are available now to everyone. I will be releasing one hour per week to the public until it is finished.

When it comes to gifting your beloved parents with flowers, you do not have to physically travel miles to gift it to them personally if you live in another city. There are credible flower delivery websites that give you the chance to order flowers online and send them fresh flowers as a symbol of your love and appreciation. With these sites, you effectively can make them feel special and wanted on any special occasion when you are not here to wish and be with them. Now if you are sending anniversary flowers to your parents, you might surprise them by looking at their wedding photographs and choosing the flowers that were present in them. The best thing about online websites that sell flowers is that you will find a wide array of them on a single platform. These sites are much more convenient than walking into a store and finding out that the flowers that you want are not available. This, of course, can become very disappointing and frustrating. If you want to gift your parents some special flowers that have a unique charm and appeal, choose flowers that have vines on them. These flowers can be grown indoors for a while, and you can later place them outdoors. Some unique examples of flowers that you can grow on vines are morning glory, clematis, and sweet peas. If your parents are celebrating their 30th anniversary, you may consider gifting them with morning glory. There are several flower delivery Canada websites that will give you fresh flowers that you may order and send to your beloved parents. Now, if your parents are holding an anniversary party and you have been invited to it, gifting flowers that go with the theme is indeed a great idea. When it comes to placing orders for flowers and bouquets, it is essential for you first to determine your budget. It is crucial for you to be aware of what you can afford when you are buying flowers for your parents. If you are aware of the theme of the anniversary party, it is vital for you to work within this color scheme. The flowers that you choose will give the place a custom look. Last but not the least, when it comes to buying flowers for your parents, ensure that you consider the season. Seasonal flowers are widely available, and you do not have to spend extra money to buy them. Remember when it comes to some of the flowers that you or your parent might like, they are not available around the year. For instance, violet is a flower available in winter. Therefore, when you are buying flowers for your parents ensure which ones are available for the season and get hold of fresh flowers of that month. This will help you arrange fresh flowers for any party or occasion and save money as you do not have to pay extra to procure off seasonal flowers that need to be procured if they can search by flower selling websites!

It is no secret that the husband and I have built a fairly extensive network at home. It started way back when when I studied towards the NT4 MCSE, and, over the years, as new products were released, we added those products to our network to further our learning. Yesterday, we wiped our domain controller, and started fresh on 2008. Using the Add Roles wizard got a little confusing, so I reverted to the more familiar dcpromo, which made a lot more sense, and didn’t feel much different from 2003. Of course, the AD roles are now extended and sparkly new, so you have to pay attention during the wizard. DO NOT just click next, next finish. Of course, our Hyper-V machine is also running 2008, but I had precious little to do with that install – the husband did it in the dead of night one night when he couldn’t sleep. I had a couple of issues initially with the DNS setup. No reverse lookup zone was created, and there were a couple of other things I needed to tweak as well. I am a little concerned, because the self-tests continuously fail, so I am still not convinced that the DNS install is 100% super—duper, but, for now, the network is working, so I am not going to play too much right now (ie. I will fix this later). We have also been doing a SQL consolidation, and I am going to attempt to rewrite our intranet in ASP.net with a SQL2008 back-end. I have been threatening for years to do this, and I suppose that time has come. One of the reasons we decided to start over was because we had been installing a variety of services into the old domain that made a bit of a mess to the schema, especially because we didn’t clean up correctly – reinstalled machines without removing the applications correctly, that kind of thing. One of the big culprits here was LCS. Granted, we make these mistakes because it is a home environment, so it is not critical to achieve 9 sigma, but we have also learnt some good lessons that we may actually one day apply in corporate environments. And while it is not important at home to have 100% uptime, we do strive to stay up as much as possible, especially because we do actually make use of some of these services to keep our home running, such as schedule all family outings via Exchange and keep track of our budget and shopping lists via our intranet web. And our internet connection needs to be up as much as possible, because I am an addict our daughter needs it for homework.

Let me start by saying that this was NOT a good week for me. We returned from Denver on Tuesday, and I was exhausted for the rest of the week. I walked once. And for only 3 miles. Yes. Just 3 measly miles. I've got a lot of ground to cover over the next two weeks, and I'm off to a good start with 5.25 miles logged today.

Tipper and I were deeply saddened today to learn of the death of former Rep. Morris (Mo) Udall. Mo Udall made his life's work protecting the environment and serving the people of Arizona. Having served in Congress with Mo, I will always remember him for his dedication to the issues he held close to his heart. During his 30 years in Congress, he worked hard to protect our environment, shepherding through legislation to protect our nations precious land and resources. He also took important steps to make the government work better for all Americans. Mo will always be remembered for his wisdom and his wit. His work was a gift to all Americans. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Norma, and their six children and grandchildren.

On another note, one of the upsides of moving is that you get to determine what you might actually need and what you might not need going forward. That’s huge. Now the downside. As a prepper, you have a ton of stored clothes, boots, gloves, MOPPS gear, wheat, beans, rice, flour, etc, etc, etc. You get the picture. All of you you think you need, just in case… So, I looked it over, determined that some of the food could go, get donated, etc. I could replace it later, and I had enough long term storage to fill the gap if I needed it to. So that is where I am. But what was daunting was loading up buckets, buckets, and more buckets of food… I felt like it would never end. To boot, we’ve moved from a place with a basement. You know, that cool dry place you’re supposed to keep your food storage, to a home without a basement, but a crawl space. So all my food storage is in the warm humid garage at the moment, until I can figure out the next step, which may be a climate controlled storage unit. But that is not a perfect scenario either. I’ll probably get an air conditioner for the garage and kill two birds with one stone, keep it cooler, and kill the humidity as well. The other issue I have is organizing it all. I have a garage that is full of stuff still in boxes, and it really does need to be sorted out soon, as in the event of an actual emergency, I’ll be wasting a lot of time doing things like digging out a propane heater or the generator that is currently buried. All of this takes time. Back to the move. I had originally planned on moving all my preps myself. I wanted a higher level of OPSEC. Reality kicked in though with some business travel and barely enough time to pack, so the preps got moved with everything else. That said, many preps were in cardboard moving boxes or in opaque plastic bins. The movers had no clue what they were moving. Other preps were in five and six gallon buckets clearly marked as wheat, flour, beans, and other types of long term food storage. Can you say oops. So much for OPSEC, as anyone that watched Doomsday Preppers or any other preparedness show would know exactly what it was. They asked, and I said I did a LOT of camping, and tried to reinforce it with my three various size tents, and many sleeping bags. I’m not too sure they bought it. As for guns, ammunition, gasoline, and other items a moving company prohibit, I did move myself the day before the official move. I didn’t want anyone to see them or how many of them. Good thing the neighborhood we bought the house in is relatively quiet. We’ve been in the house now for almost five months. Everytime I look in the garage, I cringe at all the work there is to do. My mistake was not having a solid plan around moving and organizing my preps. Had I had the time, and access to the house early enough, I would have moved the preps earlier, organized everything, and felt more comfortable about it. Meaning, I really need to get my Bug Out Bag off the floor in the furthest corner of the garage so that it is accessible, get the generator out so that it is accessible, etc. The moral of the story is, have a plan to stay organized, and stick to it if you plan on moving your preps to a new home or a new location.

As a parent, you have the most significant role in shaping your children. You have the opportunity to help your child excel in academics, but also in life. Empowering children goes beyond nagging them to do homework or offering rewards for good grades. Those things are often necessary, but empowerment takes more. Empowering your children means using words and encouragement to help them develop self confidence, a sense of identity and a safe environment to explore their interests and even fail. Empowering children takes work, so how will you feel empowered to empower your children? Take a look at your child’s long term goals. Sit down and develop these goals together. Look beyond getting an A in biology this semester and talk about what career goals they have and what kind of person they want to become. When both you and your child have a long term vision, you will know the most helpful ways to empower your child. As you see them accomplish their goals, you will see how your role has been beneficial for them. Keep track of your child’s accomplishments. This includes grades and exam scores, but also includes social accomplishments, caring for their community, investing in an outside interest, and acts of kindness that display integrity and character. No child gets it right all of the time, so when you are feeling frustrated by a particular behavior you can remember all of their accomplishments and see the growth and development they are experiencing. Teenage years are tender years and need to be navigated with extreme care. You are constantly figuring out how to communicate with your teenager and discovering what freedoms and boundaries they need. You are resolving conflicts and at times making necessary demands. This can be exhausting. Take time to engage in some activities you enjoy. Get plenty of exercise and sleep to help relieve stress. The better you feel about yourself, the more you will be able to empower your student. Ultimately, make sure you are communicating with your child. You will know what problems they are facing and you will be able to empower them to solve those problems. Children that feel empowered, loved, safe and cared for will find ways to be successful in life.

The 17-year-old comes from a family of art collectors. Carson Guo’s recent acquisition of a series of skateboard decks from the streetwear brand Supreme began with, of all things, a pair of chopsticks. Two years ago, the Vancouver-based collector spent around $115 for a pair of Supreme chopsticks. That purchase was just the start for Guo. Last month, the 17-year-old, who used to work part-time at a streetwear store, spent $800,000 on 248 skateboard decks, which had been released by the brand over a 20-year period between 1998 and 2018. Originally collected by Ryan Fuller, these boards include pieces that blur the line between fashion and art, featuring work by artists like Damien Hirst, George Condo, and Jeff Koons. There are also two Louis Vuitton decks—the first, in 2000, lifted the luxury label’s logo without permission, and later, the two labels partnered for the much-hyped fall 2017 collection. Guo may be young, but he comes from a family of art collectors. “My father is a collector who buys from auction houses and galleries. My older sister graduated with a degree in art history from UBC, and she is my father’s adviser in his acquisition of fine art. She is also a collector of fine art, and the two of them are my mentors,” Guy told Robb Report via e-mail. The family owns pieces by towering artists like Picasso and Monet. The teen collector’s proclivities, however, veer more toward street culture. As you might expect from the man who bought Supreme chopsticks, Guo is no stranger to the New York–based brand. He says he owns around 200 items from Supreme, “including a few skateboards, some clothes, and many accessories.” But his favorite piece? A Supreme x Everlast punching bag, which is available on the website Kixclusive right now for a cool $15,000. “The piece is very rare, and I think it is absolutely fascinating that Supreme collaborated with Everlast,” Guo said. As for his most recent acquisition, Guo said the decks will go on view in an upcoming gallery in Vancouver for both hypebeasts and art connoisseurs alike to enjoy.

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Week 2 weigh in this morning and I have lost 10lbs!! Great job! This is amazing! Keep up the amazing work! Way to go on your 10 Lbs loss!! Yahooo!!! Keep on, keeping on!! So had a very rough week with staying on track, not only did the long weekend trip me up, I was craving everything under the moon this week and struggled everyday. My weight fluctuated a lot this week and was back up to 278 but this mornings "official" weigh in is at 272 which I can live with because my cravings were caused by TOM which finally came on Friday, so hoping that by staying on target next weeks weigh in will be at least 265. Now that it is the weekend I have to be especially strong because at least during the week I have routine because of work that help keeps me on track. The carnival is also in town and we took the kiddo last night and she had a blast, I had worked yesterday to make sure I had enough cals left and had a great workout so I didn't feel guilty having a corn dog, which I order the small one and that was more than enough to satisfy the craving. On the way out of the carnival the family wanted deep fried oreo's which are just as horrific for you as they sound, but we always get them, just happens this year I am trying to lose weight, but we still got them and I had one so that is over and done with. Kiddo wants to go back today and I will take her since she has some tickets left but not getting any food today, but we might if we get in a really good workout get an ice cream cone. I decided I am not going to get rid of all the things in my life that I enjoy, I just have to learn to moderate and to workout to burn it off. I have cut out a lot of the unnecessary crud that is so harmful and I have started eating breakfast and lunch and snacks through out the day instead of waiting until I get home and then binge until the time I go to bed. Those little changes alone are making the difference. It is going to be a slow weight loss, but I have lost the weight very fast before and gained every pound back and then some. So just making lifestyle changes and just taking care of me for a change. Last edited by jenfett; 06-04-2011 at 11:22 AM. Glad you were able to maintain through a rough weekend. I hope you get your new siggy tomorrow. Yay I was able to set up my signature today!! Little things make me happy. Down 7 lbs since last Saturday! I know some of that is water so I was happy that I made it to my weekly goal! Had a great week I stayed on track. I went to the gym everyday and had wonderful workouts! I did not binge at all, I have made it through 12 days without a slip up at all! My daughter and I walked in Relay for Life yesterday afternoon, we couldn't stay the entire day and night because my daughter is only 6 and it was super hot so we were out there for 4 and a 1/2 hours and we clocked in 6 miles which is wonderful and we had a wonderful time. Next year we plan on being there start to finish so we will build up to it over the next year. Life is good, I have changed a lot mentally over the past month and it has made a difference. I am so much more happier than I have been in a very long time and when momma is happy, everyone is happy LOL I am half way to my first mini goal and once I get there I will do a week of maintenance. Maybe two weeks. To make sure I can stay at that weight before I take it to another level so I can knock off the next 30 lbs. I am hoping by doing this I won't hit that dreaded wall that I always seem to hit. Since I did Relay yesterday (which Saturday is my normal break day) today I am resting, my body aches a bit today so I am going to relax and rest and be ready to hit hard again tomorrow! wow.. you have already committed (hardest part for me). its just going to get better from here ! "Official weigh in week 5" Made it through the week very well, worked out every single day and stayed on plan and didn't have any slip ups in meals. I can tell already that my heart and lungs are getting much stronger because I am able to to go a full 35 minutes on the elliptical now and I know I could go longer but my lunch breaks are only an hour and I have to shower because I do get very sweaty. I am able to work with my heartrate around 146 to 150 for 30 of those minutes so I know I am getting healthier regardless of what the scales say. I have had a pretty crappy day but have been on my feet since 7am taking care of my kids first case and hopefully the last case of lice, I was livid to find out they don't do screenings in school any more because it "hurts the kids feelings" when they get sent home with lice, so instead now they let them just run a muck and don't tell anyone or even find out when there is an outbreak. But after spending 5 hours working on her hair (she has very long and thick hair) I then cleaned everything on the top floor of the house and have washed all of the bedding and pretty much all of the clothes again. On top of that I got an abscessed tooth yesterday and have been dealing with that as well. The positive thing is that I stayed very busy today and got loads of exercise cleaning the house. I will finish the laundry and clean the bottom floor tomorrow and I have to wash and vacuum the car to make sure there are no buggies in there. I know that it happens to just about every kid, I just hate it LOL. Anywho that's my weekly update. Seriously wanting to give up today, it was a really crappy weekend and I feel like why flippin bother anymore. Just having a blue day I guess and hoping that when I go to the gym at lunch it will snap me out of my funk. Just feeling used anymore so why should I try and make myself better, no one gives a real damn anyways. The answer to that question I know is, that I give a damn and that I am doing this for myself. I am just tired. Tired of trying and doing and doing it all. Maybe instead of the elliptical I need to do boxing workouts LOL. Anywho I had to get that off my chest so I can stop brooding and just move on with the day. Well thankfully I pulled myself out of my funk yesterday. I did make it to the gym for a really good workout but it was funny because I got to the gym and quickly realized that I had forgotten my socks and well in the mood that I was already in I for a split second thought about not working out and just going back up to my desk but I was like, no I have to do this, so I did my workout without my socks and was so glad that I did because it just helped me get over myself and the feelings that I was having and to just get myself back on track. This journey is going to be a long slow and painful process but it just has to keep going. I have to completely accept that this is my lot in life and that even though it is not easy I have to do it and get healthy or it is going to be a short and miserable life. I seriously don't get it, and think my scales officially hate me. I have worked so hard this week and have been good on my food and I just don't understand why I have not lost anything, not even a pound. I am hoping that it is just because that I have had TOM again this week for the second time this month. I have decided that if the scales aren't moving something has to be changing so I took measurements of my whole body, or at least the parts I care about LOL I just wish I had done that when I started this process. So the embarrassing numbers are below and I will measure again next week. I have also increased my cardio workout to 40 minutes on the elliptical and I have been able to increase it to 3 miles total while maintaining a heart rate average of 150 for 30 of the 40 minutes. So I know I am getting stronger because I have to work harder to get my heart rate up and keep it up. I am also in the processing finding a new house, I viewed one last night and fell in love with it, but so did lots of other people so I am putting it out in the universe that if this is meant to be then it will happen and be easy. PLease be easy, I am tired of having to struggle through everything LOL. Man these numbers don't lie and sure do make me feel like a whale. But you know I honestly don't feel that way most of the time, most of the time I feel like I am smaller than I am, and I am ok until I look at a picture or I look in the mirror. It messes with my head sometimes but I haven't given up yet. If though I go through another week without any loss then I am going to have to change my food again and I don't know how much smaller I can on my food, because I need some food, I can't get by on just veggies lol. Anyways I have a ton to do this weekend with cleaning and packing and looking for houses ( just in case the one from last night falls through). So take care all and thank you for reading. Last edited by jenfett; 06-25-2011 at 10:40 AM. Well I let what usually happens happen...I let stress get in the way of what I was working towards. Lost all motivation, starting eating like crazy, and I didn't stop me, neither did anyone else. I even stopped coming here, actually I think the 25th of June was the last time I logged in. Its all in my head, I know, I just don't know how to deal with stress or not speaking my mind in any other way than hurting myself. It comes so easy for some, but not me. Whatever it may be, I need to cut the strings and get over it, I need to become a totally different person, I need to become me. I am too busy trying to do and be what everyone else wants me to be that I have never learned who I am and what I want in my life. I don't love myself and never really have. I am told that I am a very negative person, always depressed, and think everything stinks. Partly this is true, and while I don't know 100% of the cause I certain know a few key things that are causing most of my grief, and if I would just learn to open my mouth and say what is on my mind or hurting me or what I disagree with then I think I can start making the changes in my life that will help me get to a different level. I fear though hurting anyone's feeling and most people don't like people to disagree with them so I always walk on eggshells and worry about what people think and I just internalize everything, so on top of my weight I have years and years worth of pent up feelings that don't go anywhere but eat away at me everyday. Sometimes I wish I could just be a *****, that would make it so much easier because I wouldn't care what anyone thought. At any rate I just needed to talk that out and at least not have that floating around my head. I went back to the gym today, didn't want to but I did. I will get back on track. I am a person who needs help that is for darn sure, maybe some day I will figure it all out, hopefully sooner rather than later.

Due to Hurricane Irene, parts of New Jersey were declared a federal disaster area this week. Federal funding is available to people in Bergen, Essex, Morris, Passaic, and Somerset Counties. More than 150,000 homes and businesses in the state remained without electricity Wednesday afternoon, with utilities predicting restoration by the weekend or early next week. The old Reading Viaduct, becoming a city park? Talks have been going on for eight years to get city officials on board with the idea. Now, the city is in talks with Reading International Co. to take control of the larger section of the viaduct to transform it into an elevated public park. Meanwhile, the Center City District is working with SEPTA on a legal agreement to create a park on the shorter section of the viaduct owned by the transit agency.

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Although its population is over 66 million (2013), as of 2015, there were only 2,440 Evangelical churches in the entire country. (Source: http://www.lecnef.org/cartes-et-chiffres). However, for the first time since the 1950s, French Protestants make up close to 3% of the population (2.70%-3.00%, depending on statistical methodology) and churches are being planted at an increasing rate (a 15.5% increase in the number of churches from 2012-2015)! At Impact France, we offer a platform for active bloggers to submit their informative and helpful posts about what’s happening on the ground in France.

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Do you want to know how to start a PT business? If so then there’s a few things you need to take into consideration. Obviously the first step you will need to move forward is gaining your certificate 3 and 4 in personal training, but it’s what happens both before and after you finish your certification that is most important. Most RTOs simply don’t teach you how to set up a personal training business. They teach you about movement, nutrition, muscle groups and how to train clients, but business systems, marketing, sales and even people skills is seriously lacking in their training of PTs entering into the business world. It’s not too dissimilar to a conveyor belt, churning out personal trainers with no real knowledge on how they are going to succeed once they are out in the market place. In actual fact, if you are looking at how to set up a pt business for success, the planning stages should actually start well before you have finished your qualifications. At least a month out you want to be prepared and ready to hit the ground running so when you do finish, you are ready to go. Some of the things you need to look at before even finishing your qualifications should be setting up things such as your business name and company registration, your business logo and what type of training model you are planning to implement into your business. Once you have these things set up, you can then move onto the next stage which would be to set up your online presence. Even if you plan on working out of a gym to start with, you should always be looking at branding yourself and your business, rather than relying on a gym. If you want to know how to set up a PT studio once you leave a gym, the best advice would be to build your brand first so you have an asset you can rebrand into a PT studio. One of the biggest mistakes a PT can make when learning how to set up a PT business is not branding themselves and their business from day 1. So setting up your social media sites such as a Facebook page, an Instagram account, Youtube channel and website are all essential in branding yourself online and giving people a chance to find and follow you. The next thing you will need to consider is how to set up PT business systems. The vast majority of PTs when they start training clients, start out by using and tracking their clients with software such as an excel spreadsheet and Google calendars. In regards to invoicing and accounting, this is usually done through Microsoft Word. This is an extremely messy and unprofessional way to approach your business and one that will waste you a lot of time as you continue your business. My advice would be to look into a client management software from the beginning. There are many out in the market place such as Client Connect and PT Minder to name just a few. This helps you track all of your clients in the one place, do all your invoicing and tax, scheduling your classes, track the progress of your clients such as their measurements and results etc. which can all be graphed and shared with your clients so they can see the results and improvements they are making. This also adds a higher level of professionalism to you as a personal trainer as you will be able to offer a better service. Finally, the real thing you will need to learn if you want to set up a personal training business for success is to get business education. This means mentoring from someone who has been there and knows how to set up pt business systems. This includes crucial things such as marketing, sales, retention and referrals. Without the knowledge of how to get people through the door, then how to hold onto them and increase the value per client, your business is going to struggle and will ultimately fail. When PTs enter the market place, most of the time they are unaware how competitive the industry is. Get your business systems in order before day 1 and start understanding how to generate leads. If you need assistance on gaining this education, then there is no better starting place than PT Business Coaches. The Inner Circle Membership offered by PT business coaches is a 12 month program which teaches you everything you need to know about how to set up a personal training business, how to set up PT business systems as well as the key skills of marketing, sales, social media and business growth. To get access to the PT business coaches program for only $7 please CLICK HERE to find out more.

I believe that humans transferring their minds to digital form is inevitable. In fact, I think it’s precisely the way in which we as a species will achieve immortality. That’s interesting, of course, but what may be more intriguing is the problem that will come from it. The issue is that once we are digital it will be nearly effortless to replicate us. Neal Stephenson recently said that games like World of Warcraft are the future of the Metaverse he described. And WoW is a good model for my point as well. When identities are digital there must be strict, centralized control over that digital reality. Blizzard is God in WoW, as would be expected. They have the power to populate Frostmane with nothing but thousands upon thousands of your character. Us becoming digitized is inevitable, and as a result we will have to face that problem just as Blizzard has. The question is — who will be our Blizzard? What controlling entity will ensure that there is only one of you in this world? Computer glitches could result in millions of you, or perhaps four — some of which are earlier versions. If you think the government controls too much of your life now — or that corporations have too much influence over our day-to-day lives today — consider that it will be one of these entities (or some combination thereof) that will control every aspect of who we are: we’ll look like to others, where we can go, what abilities we have, etc. And while this will be very different than our world today, there will still be corruption and influence from the rich. I cannot help but imagine that corruption in this world will mean the rich will be able to teleport and shoot lighting from their hands, while the poor will have to use public transportation and wait in line at Safeway. Imagine all the advantages that rich and powerful humans have in this world, and compound them to the limits of our imaginations. Sexual harems, mind control, the ability to take a Google Earth tour by flying like Superman, etc. — these will all be possible inside this other reality. And just as now these things will be restricted and metered out to the masses while being common among the elites.

For most of 2018 the Children at Play Network has been working with staff from New Directions Housing Corporation and ChooseWell Communities. The goal remains simple – provide all children with amazing opportunities to engage in free play in the outdoors. That is more complex than first meets the eye. The following is a reflection from two people engaged in our first Seeds for Urban Play project. Last winter we embarked on an incredible new adventure with the Children at Play Network, Bernheim Forest, and Choosewell Communities to bring free play to our residents. New Directions Housing Corporation provides affordable housing to over 1,000 families in the Louisville metro area, and not only houses many kids but also provides an afterschool and summer camp at many of our properties. This partnership was a perfect opportunity for us to train our staff and start implementing enriching programming through free play at our apartment communities. The overall process of first learning what free play was, what it takes to have one, how to participate, and what is required was amazing. After our training, we couldn’t wait to get started and share these experiences with our resident families. On September 22, we were able to see first hand what free play looks like up close. Participating in free play as a facilitator, gave us the opportunity to observe, let the children run wild with their imagination and be creative, guide and let them lead. Overall it had a positive outcome on our children and youth; it gave them the opportunity to have control of something and not feeling like it has to be corrected; but the feeling that they are in lead. The dynamics of what free play consists of, how it happens, and the outcome and the participation of the community and children was an eye opener. The children jumped right in and immediately engaged with the loose parts and each other. In the role of facilitator, we extricated ourselves so that the children had ownership over the process and their own play, which was difficult to do at times. It’s not a form of play that most of us are used to facilitating. However, once we were able to release our own management of the play, we were able to see the depth of each child’s engagement. For instance, they didn’t run from one activity to the next, they stayed with what they were working on until they decided it was complete. As adults and parents, it can be difficult to remove yourself from directing the play. But we are confident that with a little practice, it will come more naturally. This experience was truly rewarding and we are looking forward to our next free play day to further expand upon our training. If you would like to learn more…click HERE for a short video of the project.

← How do you get into that popular course? Megan Duffy had a thoughtful post on not inducing anxiety in others. She mentioned the specific case of reducing anxiety in others by being really clear. Instead of saying something like meet me Thursday, say why. I agree that getting asked to meet a professor or a boss is a scary thing, so the detail she suggested is great. For the moment, not anxious? But today I’m thinking more about my own anxiety, and yours. Anxiety is so often a problem, we may lose sight of its positive side. So I think we should embrace our anxiety, for it is a big part of what makes us empathetic humans. I think anxiety is fundamentally a social feeling. We feel anxious if we think we will let someone else down. We could also feel anxious anticipating the reactions of unreasonable people. Miscommunication is also a rich field for anxiety. What exactly is anxiety? What comes up on Google for anxiety is “a feeling of nervousness or unease…typically about an uncertain event or outcome.” Obviously life throws all kinds of events and circumstances at us about which we are uncertain and worry. I guess worry has to be the first cousin of anxiety. Together and in a helpful way, they can help us do what we should do, pay forward the debt to our future self, so she is as happy and fulfilled as she can be. So the best thing to reduce anxiety is simply to do what needs to be done, so you won’t have anything to be anxious about. If you are worried about being late, be on time. If you are anxious about a test, study more. Oh, if only it were so simple. Sometimes you cannot do what you must do. Conflicting demands on your time can make you anxious. If I let anxiety run my life entirely, I would never do anything new or creative, just follow the demands others put on my time. Sometimes anxiety gets higher and higher because not doing something makes you anxious, yet you somehow keep failing to do it. In this case, listen to your anxiety. What is it trying to tell you? Do you actually not want to do the thing you think you want to do? Or is it something else? Try to figure it out. A healthy level of anxiety we all need. Sometimes it will build up to nearly unbearable levels, simply to tell you you don’t really want that career, that project, that relationship. In some ways, this is a very simplistic post because it is not addressing how crippling anxiety can become. But the basic message is not simple. It is that anxiety is a part of being human, so fundamental that no anxiety would be as troubling as too much anxiety. And our anxiety is telling us something. Listen and try to figure out what it is. This entry was posted in Managing an academic career, Mentoring, Social interactions, Undergraduates and tagged anxiety, career choices, clarity, kindness, self honesty. Bookmark the permalink.

Yet another sunny day here in Brussels and I really wanted to take advantage of this Sunday afternoon and take a feel trip to Hollande; well, actually a small city right across the border from Belgium. It’s nice from time to time to change the usual place that you visit and just try something new. Of course that I went to KFC as well, Belgium not having one unfortunately. Anyway, back to the fashionable part of the day, I wanted to share with you guys the dress I wore this afternoon. I believe that all these dresses from Udobuy have a mix of glamour and elegance, but at the same time they make you look so chic ^^. What do you think? The great surprise was that this dress is inspired by one of Katy Perry’s. you like today’s look. Can’t wait to read all your wonderful comments. omg. just wow. you are so stunning.

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The overpayment scam is another time-honored classic that's made a successful leap to the online world. It goes like this: A business (usually a small, seemingly vulnerable one) receives a check from a buyer, usually of a big-ticket item. But suddenly there's a hitch — the buyer has mistakenly written the check for more than the correct amount. To avoid the trouble of writing another check, the buyer asks that the check be deposited and the difference wired back to them. We all know where this is going, right? The check bounces, the wire transfer is gone, the scammer is untraceable and the business owner is also responsible for bank fees. Overpayment scams are pretty easy to avoid with just a few safeguards. There are so many warning signs with these cons that you should be able to stop things before they start. A no-check policy would instantly solve the problem, and it's also best to steer clear of wire transfers. If you must accept checks for some reason, always ask for all of the buyer's contact information and then double-check — or, better yet, deal with them in person and ask for a check from a local bank. Wait for checks to clear before you use any of the funds and, above all, never accept a check for more than the agreed-upon amount.

Recently, we went to breakfast with some friends of ours and their 2 1/2 year old son. While the adults were talking, the young toddler wanted to speak to his mother. Almost simultaneously, both parents gave their child a non-verbal sign. They crossed their pointer fingers and middle fingers and showed the sign to their child… almost immediately, he stopped. He waited patiently for three or four minutes until the discussion was completed. At that point, the parents asked him what he wanted to say and he shared his idea while everyone listened. As I’m watching this, I’m thinking…IF ONLY!!! My TBP has always struggled with patience, but having to wait to share his thoughts, remains one of the biggest challenges. It seems to be worse when we are driving in the car. His continued perception is that we don’t allow him any time to talk. It doesn’t seem possible to us (or our ears), but we try to check ourselves to make sure that we are actively listening in between our discussions. Outside of the car, we have the same issue. I might be watching a show or working, and my TBP doesn’t understand why I don’t want to stop immediately to see the latest village he has made in Mine Craft. Don’t get me wrong…I adore him. Anyone that knows me, knows that he is the center of my world but… this constant need for attention and not wanting to wait is exhausting. Just today, I was putting laundry away upstairs and I heard him scream for me. I dropped the laundry, ran downstairs, and shouted his name to see what had occured. I was out of breath when I said, “Are you okay. What’s wrong?!” He said quietly, “Nothing…I just needed you.” While this sounds sweet (and I’m glad that he wants me near him) it is the interrupting and need for immediate attention that is frustrating. We have noticed that the interrupting increases at certain times. When he is tired or hungry, he doesn’t seem to have the ability to control his impulsiveness. If school has been especially challenging or there is an activity coming up that he is anxious about, we have to be prepared for a bit more frequent check ins. Understanding and preparing for this, has been a preventive measure that we didn’t understand in years past. We also make a deliberate effort to spend 15-20 minutes a day giving him 100% of our attention (no cell phones, texting, or multi-tasking) in addition to the bedtime routine and reading. This usually is enough, but on tough days, more time might be needed. Actually on really rough days, no amount of attention seems to be enough! I’m sure many of you understand oh so well what I’m talking about here! Interrupting is annoying to me and to others (especially those without children). The ability to wait and not interrupt, seems to be one of the most important pillars of good manners. Because of this, we continue to work on it and compliment him when he is able to wait. If you are the parent of a TBP, you know that we do not accept these controlling and manipulative behaviors sitting down. It’s just sometimes, we NEED to sit down for that moment. And then before too long, we get back up and try it again!

Would you love to work with us but you live outside of Southern California? Thanks to the magic of the Internet, we can now offer our fabulous dog training programs to anyone, no matter your location! How? Skype of course! Our Skype dog training programs will function very similarly to our more traditional private dog training programs—you'll get one-on-one, customized training sessions with one of our acclaimed trainers via Skype. All of the high-quality, thoughtful, scientifically-proven methods and love for your dog that you will find in our private programs, just in digital form. We have been developing this concept for a while, and we have found that doing programs via Skype has some pretty great advantages! Because there is no commute, we can get super flexible with scheduling! Now, no matter where you live you can take advantage of Tully’s Training techniques, tools, and most importantly, results! What used to be available to a select few, is now available to all. Whether you are in San Francisco, New York, or in the middle of nowhere - we can work with you. You can reap the benefits of professional, experienced, and knowledgeable trainers who have a proven track record of giving dog owners amazing results. Now your pup won’t even know we are there! This allows us to see how your dog is naturally behaving. Many times our clients tell us, “He is so good when you're here!” In dog training sessions via Skype, we get to see how your dog behaves as if nobody new is in the environment. Because we don’t have to drive to your home, we can price these programs less than our traditional programs. Now, we aren’t cheap—we'll tell you that upfront. We are a premium dog training service. We give you customized training programs, one-on-one attention, and a ton of other perks that we can discuss during your free consultation. Very similarly to any program with us, first we need some information from you. Fill out your information and make sure to specify that you are interested in Online Skype Training. Do Skype Dog Training Sessions actually work? Absolutely! Part of our free consultation is to determine the program that works best for you and your dog so that you see the best results in the shortest amount of time possible. Because we are essentially training the people, not the dog, Skype sessions allow us to see the problems you are having and work you through them. When necessary we can use our own dogs to show you how to work through troublesome behavior. Why wouldn’t I use a dog trainer where I live? You can do that! However, you found us and that’s because we are very good at what we do. We’ve been featured on Nat Geo Wild, Inspire Health Magazine, Autostraddle.com, and San Diego News 6. We've worked with hundreds of different species, at some of the top zoos and aquariums in the world. We have been mentored by some of the best animal trainers the industry has to offer. This isn’t a hobby or side job for us, like many dog trainers. This is our career. This is something we have studied, practiced, and dedicated our lives to. You can see that in the two cities we work in we have an average Yelp rating of 4.9 stars! The trainers who helped achieve this rating are the same trainers you will be working with. We only use humane, positive reinforcement training techniques that get results. This is an opportunity to work with Los Angeles based all-star trainers without leaving your home. Can I use Facetime or another digital platform instead? Of course! In fact, sometimes we will ask our clients to Facetime problems that may be occurring out of site of the computer or outside of the house. This way we can “be there” and observe everything you are seeing and give you the tools necessary to combat these behavioral problems. I am still skeptical about skype sessions. How do I know this will work? We understand why you would be skeptical about digital dog training. This is obviously very different than the traditional dog owner-dog trainer relationship. While we can never guarantee training will work, (it all depends on your commitment and application of the tools we give you), we do have a track record that speaks for itself. If you are still skeptical, give us a chance! Sign-up for our free, no obligation, Skype consultation to see if we are a right fit for you. We will go over all your dog training goals, answer all of your questions, and prepare a customized program for you and your canine friend! At the end of the consultation if you are still not impressed, then there is no obligation! If you excited to get started, (and we are confident you will be), we can start the training right there on the spot!

Fencing – will we never learn! This morning we were awoken by a phone call. It was to tell us that some of our sheep had gone awandering. Again. Now this shouldn’t be a huge surprise as they have been getting out recently, but I thought I’d actually found their main egress route, and blocked it. Sadly I was wrong. Usually the escapees are the cross-bred boys, with the occasional pure bred Soay. None of the OAPs wander, I think they’re quite happy where they are thank-you-very-much. This morning the usual suspects had been joined by all the other non-OAPs, for a total of twelve wandering sheep. We quickly jumped into the car and drove round to where they’d been spotted. We found them quickly, and I started towards them with my trusty bucket. Usually they would run towards me, but not today. They were rather spooked. I suspect that they’d met a few people out walking their dogs and this had put them in rather a fluster. Instead we did the human sheep dog thing, and soon had them heading in the right direction. They’d clearly had enough of an adventure, and were happy to be heading home. I stayed on after them, both to make sure they didn’t change their minds, and also to see where they’d got out, and within a few minutes they were all safely back in their field. Recently their method of escape has been to jump over the fence, so I was expecting them to jump back in. Instead they seemed to walk back in without any real problems. When I got to that part of the fence I found that a whole section had come loose, and they could just walk in and out. I was rather lucky the cows hadn’t decided they needed to wander as well! We got out the fencing supplies and went to work to fix up the fence, and we also took another look at all the other fencing to see what other weaknesses they might be exploiting. I have to admit that recently I’ve only been looking at where they have been jumping, so have been a bit lax at checking the bottom of the mesh. It looks like they’ve taken advantage of this and pushed it up in several places, and indeed that’s how they’d freed up the loose section. An hour or so later, with some judicious use of wooden beams, some random branches and a reasonable number of fencing staples, and I was relatively confident that the fencing would hold our escape committee for at least a few days. However, I also decided that wasn’t going to be enough. Clearly those boys would continue challenging the fence, so I needed to do something about it. They’re actually due to go on holiday fairly soon, so maybe it was time to move them in with the Borerays, who happen to be occupying the pre-holiday field at the moment. So next job is going to be to move them! Also, obviously, at some point I’m going to need to get the whole fence on the bottom field redone. Something else to look forward to. When we acquired the Borerays we gained not only two breeding ewes and a ram, but also two whethers and an old ewe. The old ewe we dubbed ‘Duchess’ and we both became fond of her. She was a very friendly ewe, and would usually run up to us whenever she saw us, and happily eat out of our hands, the only one of the Borerays to consistently do so. She was rather old, and over the last few days has had problems standing. She was still eating fine, but was rather weak, and needed help to get up a couple of times. This morning when I went out to feed the sheep I found her in her little hut. She wasn’t moving at all any more. I think she’d only just died. Poor duchess, but at least she had a fair innings.

The Davidson Playhouse is a perfectly located sanctuary for parents, grandparents, caregivers and their children. Our focus is sensory play in a safe, clean environment. We offer several levels of memberships, a diverse variety of classes, story time, and even summer camps! We cater to all children through age 7. There is always something exciting going on at The Davidson Playhouse and we want you to join in on the fun! If you're interested in becoming a member, please contact us today! Anyone can come and play! You do not have to be a member to bring your little ones to the Playhouse. We are open M-F from 9am-1pm for everyone to come and play. The cost is $8/child per open play session. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for event and class announcements!

Christmas shopping is a terrifying, stressful experience that we have to confront each and every year. It has the power to turn normally courteous and considerate people into raving lunatics with absolutely no sense of human decency. To do it well, to find gifts that will make your loved ones really feel loved, is a bit of an art that can take a lot of practice. I have some suggestions that will hopefully steer you in the right path and clear up some common misconceptions about the subject. First and foremost, it is absolutely essential to wait until the very last minute. We all know someone who gets all their shopping done before Thanksgiving, so that they can relax (and brag) all through December. This may seem like a good idea, but I assure you it’s not. These people are not to be trusted. They are likely foreign spies or androids sent to destroy Christmas. Experienced shoppers know that the best ideas come when your back is against the wall, when you have think outside the box and really dig down to come up with that special gift. In truth, anything purchased before December 23’rd is likely to be boring and uninspired. Another common mistake is to read Christmas lists. This is an absolute no-no. Any hack can go out and buy something off a list of things their Mother-in-Law claims she actually wants. If you want to show someone that you love them, pick up something that you think they should have, maybe even something that you’d really like for yourself. It shows that you are selfless as well as thoughtful. Your Mother in Law will greatly appreciate it and forget all about that little “incident” during Thanksgiving dinner. Lastly, store selection is crucial. Since you should only have a few days (or hours) left before you buy a single gift, efficiency is everything. You’ll want to choose a locale that is easy to get to and carries gifts for the whole family. Malls may seem like the obvious choice, but you should resist them at all costs. By the time you park your car and safely navigate to the necessary stores, it may already be too late. My advice is to hit up your nearest Wal-Mart or comparable all-in-one store. Also, remember that gas stations often have a wide variety of gifts to choose from and are easily accessible from the highway. Hopefully these suggestions will make your holiday a little bit easier. Christmas can be a trying time, but if you follow my advice and trust your gut, you’ll get through it. If not, there are always gift cards.

When you are getting ready to move, the last thing you need to worry about is finding a buyer for your current home. Talbot Real Estate helps Hinsdale, Massachusetts, homeowners fairly price, effectively market, and ultimately sell their homes. Selling your home may seem like a simple task, but with all of the showings to plan, calls to field, questions to answer, and appointments to schedule, you can quickly find yourself overwhelmed. Rather than attempting everything yourself, let us take the pressure off by doing all of the legwork for you. We work with you one-on-one to determine your goals, establish a timeline, and get your home on the market. Our goal is to be the liaison between you and your buyer, making sure you get the most for your home while also ensuring the buyer pays a fair price. To do this, we look at the condition of your property, do background work, and perform a market analysis to establish a price. We even negotiate with potential buyers to ensure both parties leave the table happy. Once we have worked with you to establish a price, our agents will get to work attracting the right buyer for your home. We will create an appropriate market strategy, assess the positioning of your home on the market, and start promoting and showing your property. As you go through the process of selling your home, we do our best to make the transition as easy as possible. Our agents take the time to learn more about your wants when selling your home, so we can help you get the most out of the sale.

This week I went to the library and got the book I ordered. The book was called was Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. When we got home I started reading it. I kept moving to make my position more comfortable. Mama got afternoon tea, morning tea and and a drink for me. At eleven that night I had only just finished the book. I found the book good to read and could not stop.

A year and a half ago, Michal Tsuk experienced a horrific tragedy: her 11-year-old son Ido was killed while riding his bike to a tennis lesson. Alongside the new joy which has come into the world, there is not a day that passes that the Tsuk family doesn’t remember Ido. “It’s important for me to emphasize that our Ido, unfortunately, will never return, but he is still with us every single day. The longing for him doesn’t let go. The wonderful baby who was born won’t replace him, he is always with us. But life must continue– in spite of the terrible tragedy which we have experienced as a family. Anyone who thinks that a family who has a baby after a child has died, or even worse after losing children that the baby is a “replacement” is an absolute idiot. Anyone who tells a parent that their new baby is a “replacement” should be dropped kicked down the hall. Nothing replaces such a loss, Chas V”sholom, but the Mom’s attitude is to focus on life. The new life adds positive energy and focus to our lives. It can help us heal from the wounds. May they have much nachas from all their children. much nachas, good health, parnassah and joy in abundance. To lose a child is probably one of the most painful things that can happen to a person. This family will never forget the son they lost. They choose to focus on life and love. May G-d bless them! And all of us! May we see Mashiach soon!!! And may all of our pain and suffering come to an end. We all have to remember to focus on the positive in our lives, even in our darkest moments.

It was then that I realized that unless you have walked through the 12 steps yourself in AA, you really couldn’t begin to see the value in it. Who knows how many active addicts, and the people who love them, are missing out on this golden opportunity to reclaim their lives? So I am here to tell you that I love AA, because it works. It works for me and millions of other people every single day. Yes, every single day. Because it isn’t something I’ve finished; it’s an ongoing process. It’s a whole new lifestyle. Embracing it has taken me from active addiction to recovery. It starts with acknowledging the existence of a higher power and realizing that you don’t have to keep carrying the heavy burden of addiction all by yourself. You can turn it over to your higher power and, in turn, receive the blueprint for peace and sobriety. One of the biggest benefits AA has to offer is that it provides you with the opportunity to share your feelings with a group of people who all “get it”. Every emotion that has isolated you fr the rest of the world at large is now being validated. It also doesn’t matter where you are in your sobriety journey. Each person’s story is relevant to someone in attendance, whether you are still drinking or have been sober for years. It is an amazing feeling to realize that you are helping yourself and others at the same time. Sometimes, you may have a vague feeling of unease, but you can’t pinpoint the exact cause. Then someone else shares at a meeting, and it shines a light on what you have been feeling so that you can understand it and can take the necessary steps to deal with it. No one does the work for you nor do they try to sell you any snake oil. Instead, they teach you 12 proven steps that help you regain strength and develop the self-esteem needed to stay that way. You learn to take full responsibility for your actions instead of blaming others. You develop healthy coping methods instead of engaging in reactionary behaviors that create feelings that you want to numb with alcohol. As you learn and apply these steps in your daily life, you create the positive feelings that come with accomplishment instead of feeling helpless and blaming your actions on others. AA meetings are everywhere. You are not tied down in your recovery. You can continue your education, accept that new promotion that requires you to move, or travel anywhere you like to visit friends or vacation with complete confidence. If life throws you a curve ball on a holiday or even in the middle of the night, there is always a meeting in session somewhere. A simple internet search will connect you with times and locations of meetings wherever you are. You’ll also never meet a stranger at a meeting. We all share that special bond of understanding and unconditional acceptance. The opportunities for making new friends are endless. AA not only helped me to break the chains of addiction. It also gave me a brand new life. What’s not to love about that?

As a qualified psychotherapist, I work with the client to gently explore what it is that they wish to change, whether it be something within themselves, or old patterns of behaviour that no longer serve them well in life, so that they can lead more fulfilling and productive lives. I provide a caring, non-judgemental space where the therapeutic relationship can grow and the client feels nurtured, supported and understood. Having trained as a somatic psychotherapist, I believe that the body is an integral part of our being, and cannot be separated from the mind. From my training, I also incorporate the latest developments in neurobiology, human developmental theory, attachment theory, trauma theory, selfpsychology and intersubjectivity. I also use mindfulness-based practices. As a member of the Australian Somatic Psychotherapy Association, I am committed to undertaking ongoing personal and professional development, including regular clinical supervision of my work. I practice in accordance with the stringent ethical guidelines of this association. I have been assisting people on their personal journeys of self-tranformation, with a variety of issues for the past 8 years, with wonderful results. I have also been a high school teacher for over 30 years and with empathy and compassion, have enabled many students to be the best that they can be and to transform the quality of their lives. For many years as a high school teacher, I worked with students who did the best that they could with what their life experiences had dealt them, with students who struggled to achieve their full potential. Many of these students had been labelled as troublemakers who impeded the progress of others in the classroom and therefore needed to be (and were) punished for not conforming or behaving. I felt some frustration that in schools, because time and resources are limited, I was not able to help such students as much as I would have liked. I noticed a huge difference in one particular student who had been labelled as ‘a troublemaker’, after I spent some time really listening to him, rather than reacting to his behaviour. He opened up and eventually became a ‘model student’ who went on, not only to achieve excellent academic results, but also, after seeing a therapist, dealt with his issues and went on to become a wonderful husband and father. I felt motivated to spend time working as a volunteer, supporting people work through their issues on personal development courses, and during this time, felt a driving passion to retire from full-time teaching so that I could become a therapist. My training as a Somatic Psychotherapist involved a thorough grounding in a mixture of the best established psychotherapeutic theories, from roots in Freudian psychology, through the many different movements that evolved over the years, as well as the fruits of cutting-edge research into psychotherapy and human development, and neurobiology. I have been influenced by a number of approaches, beginning with Kohut’s concept of empathic attunement (Selfpsychology ), including infant and child development theory, the enormous contribution of John Bowlby and others in Attachment Theory and Intersubjectivity Theory. I am particularly excited by the new developments in neurobiology, particularly as it relates to trauma and neglect and evidence that people’s brains can be rewired within the therapist-client relationship. As a Contemporary Somatic Psychotherapist, I embrace a comprehensive approach to personal growth and development which acknowledges that all facets of human experience are interrelated i.e. that the processes of the body/mind not only affect and reflect each other, but are actually inter-functioning aspects of a person's whole being. Each person's individual history, their cultural/biological context and bodily-based subjective reality are all inextricably intertwined. I also integrate mindfulness practices in to my daily life and in my work as a therapist. I am particularly interested in the neurobiology of trauma and development and how they impact on the organisation of the brain and subsequently on the organisation of an individual’s experience. I feel that it is immensely important to have an understanding of trauma and its impact, in order to work with traumatised individuals. Longer term and more lasting healing of traumatised individuals have been recently seen as resulting from the laying down of new neural pathways, achieved from repeated new experiences in therapy, in contrast to treatment in the medical model which pathologises and medicates. The work on infant and child development, including Attachment Theory, and how the brain is affected by neglect, continues to fascinate me, particularly in the context of neurobiology, and how through therapy, healing can be achieved when stages of development which were interrupted in the life-cycle can be reinstated. As a Somatic Psychotherapist, I believe in a holistic approach, that the mind and body are integrated. I work within a broadly humanistic and psychodynamic framework that is inclusive of the body, where the relationship between the client and myself is developed and valued, taking in to account each of our experiences and with a particular focus on what is happening in the present moment. Because we embody our experience, somatic cues as well as verbal information provided by the client are observed and when necessary, used to give feedback to the client, so that together, we can gently explore what is happening for the client, while the client experiences being supported in this process. For many people, anxiety and depression are the result of the stresses of a busy lifestyle, where too much is expected of them (by themselves and/or others) and they have lost the ability to self-regulate. Medication is not always the answer, sometimes all that is needed is empathic listening and empathic attunement, so that the client feels safe and can just be, without having to do anything, where they can be listened to, without judgement, and feel understood. This in turn can lead to better self-regulation and the implementation of more successful coping mechanisms. The client then can then, armed with an awareness of what they need to change as well as support, face difficulties and overcome obstacles, so that they can make different choices and thereby have the life that they desire and deserve. Some clients choose to have Bio-dynamic massage, which is a deeply nurturing experience in its own right, where the emphasis is on soothing the nervous system. This is entirely the client’s choice to work in this way. Progress will of course vary from client to client, depending on the client’s experience, history, their level of awareness and current circumstance. It can be very slow and extremely subtle, often out of awareness. For some, huge progress may consist of picking up the phone and making that first appointment, then in turning up, then in coming back and continuing in spite of the temptations not to do so. Facing one’s fears and expressing them (either verbally or somatically), then facing them and attempting different coping strategies for difficulties/issues are all examples of significant progress which may be dismissed or minimalised or even overlooked. I personally feel that the client starts to feel that progress is being made when they truly feel (even out of awareness) that they are heard, understood and accepted, unconditionally and without judgement. This may be a feeling (such as relief, or a sense of trust or of being held or supported), rather than something that can be verbalised, or it can be a bodily experience, such as a deep sigh, or tears. Understanding may come later as to why, but this is something for the client and therapist to gently explore together. Therapy has made me a better person because it has allowed me to embrace all parts of my self, including the parts that I learnt at an early age to suppress or disavow. It provided a safe place where I felt understood and supported, which in turn led me to want to explore the rationale behind the behaviours and relationships that I was choosing in my life, which invariably were not helpful in attaining the joy that was my birthright. Through a development of my understanding, I was able to further develop my self-reflective and relational capacities. In becoming more accepting of myself, I am able to empathise with others and to practice non-judgement, be a better listener, as well as provide support for others without losing myself in the process. I am able to ask for and accept support, and see self-care as being a necessity rather than an indulgence. As a young child, I learnt at an early age that approval from my parents through being a high achiever was paramount to my sense of well-being. Like many, I became a driven by perfectionism, which later in life, invariably led to frustration, because that perfection could not be achieved. Through therapy, I have come to accept and like who I am, warts and all, and no longer needing to seek validation of my self-worth from external sources, but from within. I am able to have more choice in my life. I am grateful for so much more, and as a result, can allow myself to experience a fuller range of emotions and feelings, and to see that as healthy. I am able to experience each day with whatever it brings, acknowledging the past without regrets, and looking forward to whatever may arise in the future, learning from each experience, whilst remaining true to myself and to my values and beliefs. What I love most is that a client trusts me enough to take that courageous leap of faith to change something in their life that is not working for them, and allow me to support them on their journey to enhance the quality of their life. I feel very humbled and privileged to be able to do the work that I do and to see clients gradually become empowered to lead more satisfying lives. It is extremely rewarding to be able to work together to change patterns of behaviour that are not helpful, to have the client experience an increase in their self-esteem, to provide tools and the practice of using those tools so that they can have a different experience, which will lead to the realisation that they have the potential to achieve so much more from their lives. It is truly heart-warming to see a client feeling safe enough to allow themselves to be vulnerable, to work through difficulties and fears together, to make the brave decision to work more deeply and then to see them come through the other side, having more choice in their lives. In addition, I learn so much more about myself and grow from time spent with each client. Yes, of course I do. I am, after all, a human being, with all of the fallibilities, vulnerabilities and weaknesses (and strengths) that are part of the human condition. I am also a product of my past experiences and the relationships that have shaped me, and can be, and am, triggered by events that occur, often outside of my awareness. I am fortunate in that I have had training, have done lots of self-development work, engage in mindfulness practices such as meditation, and have ongoing therapy, so that I can deal with my bad hair days in ways that serve me better. Part of my success in dealing with bad hair days is acceptance that they do (and will) happen, rather than trying to disavow them, or wish that they didn’t happen, or worse still, blaming myself. Awareness of why they happen can be helpful (although not always necessary), although I personally find that awareness of how I react is more useful to me in order to change how I handle similar situations should they arise again (and not surprising, they do!). Asking for and accepting help, something that I used to struggle with, help tremendously too. Spending time in the company of like-minded people also provides ongoing support. The other key factor for me in handling bad hair days is to connect with nature, such as taking a walk along the beach, spending time playing with my cat, or spending time in my vegie patch with my chooks, for engaging with my environment gives me ‘the bigger picture’ perspective. Having gratitude for my life, my health and the people in it helps me cope with those ‘bad hair’ days. I think that the most significant problem that we face stems from a lack of harmony, imbalance with our planet, imbalance with each other, and imbalance within ourselves. Many people on this planet are struggling with obesity, whilst many others are dying from starvation. People are killing each other and destroying the planet. There is an inequitable distribution of wealth, success in many places is measured by how much wealth one can acquire in a lifetime, rather than on how humanely or compassionately one lives. This causes a lot of stress in people’s lives as they feel that they cannot live up to the expectations that they, and others, place on themselves, and this leads in turn, to imbalance. From this stance, for many, it is difficult to feel gratitude or compassion, to extend kindness or to be non-judgemental with others, let alone with oneself. Many people are more reactive than proactive and change is difficult. It is often difficult for people to communicate honestly and openly about what is going on for them, when it is not safe to do so or when unaware of what is going on internally. When one does not feel good about oneself, it is often difficult to really feel good about anything else, let alone have compassion for others, and so on the cycle continues. It is important to break the cycle, by providing a safe, non-judgemental space, where a person can feel supported and begin to restore their self-esteem, so that they can begin to restore balance within themselves, then in turn in their lives and within their environment. Sadly, for many people on this planet, their world IS a dangerous place where their very existence is indeed under threat. There are many books, films, songs, events and works of art that have inspired me and on a daily basis, new ones that inspire me. I am also constantly inspired by people, many of whom would not consider themselves to be inspirational, who are struggling to eke out an existence, overcoming adversity and who exhibit incredible courage battling illness and difficult challenges that life throws them. Perhaps the most significant piece of writing that inspired me, was one of my textbooks from my training, Robert Karen’s “Becoming Attached - First Relationships and How They Shape the Capacity to Love” (1988). The title of this book unseated a deep inexplicable fear in me, which manifested itself in a reluctance to even open the cover of the book, followed by procrastination over reading it. Once I forced myself to read it (I had to, as it was compulsory reading as part of my training), I began to gain an understanding of what my fear was about and to work through it. The book provides an excellent summary of the history of Attachment Theory and the significant impact of early attachment history on a person’s ability throughout life, not only to love, but to handle difficulties or even crises in their lives.

This time of the year isn’t just known for the eggnog, christmas trees, presents and good cheer. Some of the most anticipated movies of the year are released. Take a look at the list the Ferrvor Team put together for the movies to checkout in theaters this holiday season. Who doesn’t love a good movie? Especially on Christmas Day, when all the stores are closed and there’s nothing else to do. Here are a few of the top movies coming out during the holidays.

We are proud to offer you our latest product. The Curcumin edition is the newest member of the DNH product family. After a year of development and testing it's finally available from the webshop. What is the reason for this product? Are the wonderful properties of CBD insufficient on their own? As part of nature, CBD and Curcumin have a programme that is incomparable with anything else, CBD as highest in rank, but when it comes to attributed properties Curcumin is a good second. That’s exactly why we call it the best of both worlds. Curcumin and CBD are in part, as regards effect and properties, aligned with each other and therefore increase the chance of making a valuable contribution to the well-being of humans and animals. There are also properties attributed to Curcumin that provide a great deal of extra added value independently of CBD. We opted for 30 ml and 50 ml packaging to draw individual attention to both products and to present these in the best possible way. As a result, the ratio CBD and Curcumin is 1 : 1 and this is the ratio that has been tested as best. The Curcumin edition is also particularly suitable for preventative use, 10 drops in cup of tea, glass of water or juice gives you a dream start to the day! Whenever you could use a little help, we recommend the use of 10 drops at breakfast and 10 drops during the day, and do please feel welcome to let us know what it does for you! We think this is the most wonderful product of all and the best supplement ever. What do you think?

Officers who followed a car zig-zagging down a Des Moines street before it crashed were surprised to find a 10-year-old boy at the wheel with his 7-year-old brother riding shotgun. A 911 caller alerted police to a reckless driver a little before 8:30 a.m. Monday. Officers who spotted the car turned on their flashing lights while following it, but the curb-to-curb excursion didn’t end until the minor crash. Police say neither of the boys was hurt. Sgt. Paul Parizek says the boys apparently were just out on a joy ride, and were heading nowhere in particular.

Using NSO and the Liverpool Telescope for the first time can sound very daunting, however a lot of effort has gone on behind the scenes to create an intelligent user interface that we call Go Observing. Go Observing guides you through the task of requesting an observation, and can even help you decide what to observe if you are coming to it without any ideas. You should have a go at requesting an observation yourself before using Go Observing in the classroom. It's extremely easy to do. There is a Go Observing Video Screencast showing how Go Observing works, and that might be the best way to see how easy Go Observing is to use. The video lasts less than 5 minutes, and then you can have a go at requesting an observation yourself! The steps below show the same steps that you will see in the video, but this time they are for observing a galaxy. If you are not already logged in, do that now. Click Go Observing in the top menu. Select Galaxies from the menu. You then see a page with various observing programmes you can do related to Galaxies. For a basic observation click on Observe a Galaxy. You will be presented with a list of possible galaxies you can request an observation for. Choose the galaxy that has the highest chance of being observed during the next few days. The colour bar indicate the likelihood of an early observation. Today is on the very left of the bar next to each galaxy. When you have selected your galaxy, click Submit Observation. You will be shown a screen confirming your observation has been sent to the telescope and details of the observation you have submitted. To make life easy at this stage, the Go Observing interface chooses the filter and exposure time for you. In other projects you might be able to choose these yourself. You can check on the Status of your observation at any time by going to My Observations. In 24 hours come back to the NSO website to see if your observation has been completed. If it has not, then try again the next day and so on until your observation is completed. You will see on the homepage the status of your recent observations if you are logged in. When your observation is complete, you will be told it is ready for download. You should download your image and open it in LTImage so that you can see your galaxy. You will probably need to scale the image in order to see the galaxy. You will find instructions on how to do this in the Using LTImage section of the website.

I'm a lover of nature, specially I love mountain landscapes. Would France been good to live and work in? I would travel alone and my stay would be indefinite. Hi, It's pretty difficult to get a working visa for France but if you can get one, it's a good place to live and work. Beautiful landscapes, and historical monument to visit, everything is full of history, more than 2000 years of history to endurstand, Paris was created 58BC. Some country services will be picked up directly from your salary, like health insurance, retirement allocations, unemployed allocation, familly allocation etc. If you negociate a salary of 40k€/year (called brut salary) you will really have in your pocket 30k€/year (called net salary). You have to know that every salary is negociate as "brut" salary. You will have to had on the previous taxes salary taxes wich correspond to one salary per year so it's gonna be 30k€ / 12. Then you will have a job in France congrat. If you want moutain and live cheap, you can try to get a job in Pau You have to know that if you want to get a working visa, it can be easier to get it in a company based in Paris. After almost two years living in US, I feel like France is a way better because of health insurance and you do not need a car to go everywhere but that's my personal opinion. I hope all those infos helped you. I lived in Dijon for a while and loved it. Because Paris is such a monster city in size, we tend to not realize that the other cities in France are quite large too. Lyon, Dijon, Orleans (Centre), Lille, Nantes are all truly lovely cities-full of culture, wonderful people and great food...and surrounded by beautiful landscapes. I would be happy to live in any of them! Getting a work permit will prove difficult, as well as getting a job. The social taxes are astronomic, so most employers are not hiring right now. France is a great place to work, IF you can secure a job. And for this, you will need a work permit. Unless you have a EU passport, or come from North Africa, this is not easy.