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In information-based industries like insurance, the greater connectivity offered by the Internet offers significant opportunities to reduce costs, increase speed of response and improve supply chain co-operation. Capitalising on these opportunities may depend upon the way that business processes for e-commerce are integrated with existing business processes. This paper reports findings from case studies of three major UK-based insurance companies incorporating e-commerce within their business-to-business operations. It looks at four questions: (1) what are the key features of the business model adopted for clicks-and-mortar e-commerce; (2) to what extent are ?clicks? and ?bricks? business processes and information systems integrated; (3) how are companies managing the way that ?clicks? processes are integrated with ?bricks? processes; and (4) what are the key issues arising from the integration process? All three companies have had to contend with a conservative industry culture and a lack of industry standards in attempting to integrate e-commerce within existing business processes. The companies are either attempting to fully integrate e-operations into existing processes, or they are keeping them quite separate. In either case, the conservative industry culture acts as a brake on greater integration, with the result that IT associated with e-commerce is most often being used to automate, rather than redesign, existing business processes.
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Ramblings: No more two under two!
A few days ago Luna turned 2 years old and that was also the last time I could say that we had two children under two. I use the word "whirlwind" a lot and I can say that the past three years have been a bit of one, but paradoxically they have also been a time of intense calm for me. Peace even (within, because that word has sadly nothing in common with the world that we live in today).
I used to rush through the days, packing in as much as possible, looking to always experience and learn and taste and feel. There was no time to spend doing "nothing", days spent in bed or on the couch watching TV resulted in a feeling of guilt. Guilt that I was missing out, guilt that being too hungover to move was a terrible way to spend one's short life. There was always something to do, somewhere to go, someone to see. I would rack up the hours at work on purpose, just to make myself feel useful. I would even thrive on the feeling of being overwhelmed. There was something satisfying with getting through an endless list of tasks that needed to be done simultaneously. Every so often I would stop and think about slowing down, but a day or two later I was back at it; "down time" was spent running from bar to bar, or running around trying to accomplish something or other, often left open ended when I lost interest.
These days I sometimes regret that I didn't pursue my writing and photography more during all those nights and days I spent either working or stressing about work or in a bar, or even just watching crap on TV, or even all those moments when I was reading 2 or 3 books at a time. Nowadays I cherish those moments when I have the time, like this, to write a few words down, the beginning of an article, an open ended letter, a stream of consciousness type rambling of words. But while I sometimes wish that I did have a little more time, it's all so worth it. Having kids or being a parent may not be for everyone, but it has been wonderful for me. More than that, it has been extraordinary and life-changing. The moment Luna was placed in my arms I knew that I had to live up to the person she needed me to be. And I've probably already failed a million times, but I will continue to strive to be better and better. Motherhood came completely naturally, so much that I couldn't wait to add another little being to our clan. Aurora just slid naturally into our arms and our lives, taking over our hearts just as much as her sister did. Going from one to two was actually slightly easier than going from none to one. Although each baby is completely different there are less of those new mama fears and worries when it comes to the second. I also had a much easier recovery from Aurora's birth, so that also has a lot to do with it.
That said, it has in no shape or form been easy. I still think that we were slightly (completely) insane to even consider having children so close together. Luna was only 8 months old when I found out I was pregnant with Aurora, and they are only 16 and a half months apart. This basically means that for 7 months we had two children under two. Luna has never slept through the night and still wakes up multiple times. Aurora slept for 6 hours in a row from about two weeks onwards but around 3.5 months decided that just wasn't fun and now also wakes up multiple times during the night. Neither have ever slept in the lovely crib that is at the end of the bed, well not really anyway, and I spend a lot of the night turning between the two of them to nurse them back to sleep. But you know what? It's OK. I've found that unless people know my kids they tend to think that I am exaggerating so I don't bother to say much anymore. We've had an extremely tough time with Luna, but at the same time I know that she feels secure and loved. All of the sleepless nights and battles and tantrums are worth it. I mean, how long is it really going to last anyway? How many sleepless nights did I have of my own accord, either by drinking them away in a bar or by stressing out about things that were never really that important in the long run anyway? THIS is important. Our children are important. And maybe I am just a big softie but that's OK, because now isn't the time for real tough love.
I've read enough articles and internet comments to know that everyone has their own stance on parenting, whether they are based on their own upbringing or their own experience, and most people feel very strongly about their own opinions. I learnt a long time ago to not listen to any of that. As a mother (or father) only you really know the best way to raise your child, what works for all of you and no one should be able to tell you any different. With motherhood comes a lot of insecurities and some people seem to thrive on making new mothers feel like they are doing the wrong thing. That's why it is so important to find that support group, whether it be your partner, extended family or friends, people who listen, help and only offer advice when asked. I can't even tell you the amount of times I heard "just leave her to cry for a bit" or "wean her now otherwise she will still be nursing whenever she needs some comfort". Those phrases tend to make even the strongest of people wonder if they have made a mistake and are raising their children to become "entitled brats". I don't know how loving a baby computes into raising an entitled brat, but there is a huge difference in picking a small infant up when they cry and doing an 8 year old's homework for him or her. Ah I could rant about this forever! All that to say less judgment and more compassion would probably help a lot of new parents feel more confident about their decisions!
Ah, those first weeks were full of changes and restlessness. Luna had a hard time accepting her sibling, which for a 17 month old is pretty normal. If you combine separation anxiety and the inability to communicate your wants and needs effectively the result is often multiple and pretty epic tantrums. I felt a lot of guilt during those weeks, guilt that I was somehow ruining one child's early years by forcing another child onto her. Even today, nearly 8 months later, there are moments when I feel that I don't spend enough one on one time with Luna anymore, or quite the opposite, that Aurora is getting the short end of the stick because Luna is just so demanding. And then for 5 perfect minutes in a day they will both "play" together around a pile of Lego, before Luna decides that Aurora cannot touch her toys or Aurora knocks down a tower that Luna has painstakingly built. But during those 5 minutes I know that it is all worth it.
I found it hard to juggle a needy toddler, a newborn and my freelance writing career. I couldn't concentrate on anything for more than 5 minutes, even during the evening or night hours when the children were finally sleeping. It's still hard, and most articles that I write have taken one, two or even five days to write and post. Anyone who says that by working at home they are able to be 100% there all the time for their kids is lying. When I am writing, I am concentrating about 50% on my writing and 50% on what my girls are doing. And usually have to drop the former for the latter, because that's just the way things are for now. It's hard to find time to actually talk to your partner about anything, and communication is absolute key in a relationship. Sometimes I look at the clock and am so excited about Cesar coming home from work so I can actually spend 5 minutes by myself in the loo, but then I remember that he has been out at work all day, dealing with a busy, often crazy, job and also needs a time out. There isn't always a balance and some days I feel like I am hanging from a thread… But then there will always be a miraculous moment of joy that brings everything back together again. A kiss, a new word, a milestone, dinner made for me or even just 30 minutes to get my thoughts down on paper. A beautiful flower in the breeze, a quiet walk in the park, an hour to listen to an album on my headphones, one or both of the girls sleeping longer than 2 hours in a row. A shower by myself! Most days I have both in the bathroom with me while I try to look decent – but I am proud of the fact that I have never gone a day without showering (the bathroom is set up with kid seats and toys for this purpose). So I suppose I can complain about not sleeping but never about not being able to shower!
All in all the tough moments are always outweighed by the wonderful ones. Seeing my children interact with each other, all of the moments of affection, the "I love you"s, the times when both children are sleeping peacefully together and Cesar and I can talk and laugh about how beautiful they are and how much we love them, running around the park, seeing them interact with their grandmother and aunties and old friends and new friends… If you asked me if I would do it over again if I had the choice I wouldn't even hesitate a second to say yes. If you asked me if I would do it again with another child I would probably say no, not so close together. Two this close is doable, three would be tough on us all. There needs to be at least a year or two between Aurora and another one. Tandem nursing is tough enough (mainly because Luna nurses as much as, or even more than Aurora), there is no way on earth that I want to be nursing three children of different ages in the near or far future!
I don't regret how I lived my life before having kids, but I sure as hell don't regret living my life as I do now. I'm so in love with my life, and with my little family, and feel like I can finally imagine a future that makes complete sense to me, and to my family. And I hope that one day when the girls are fighting about a pair of jeans or a CD (haha) that they don't hate us too much for having them so closely together!


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Prophecies of Kalistrade
|Prophecies of Kalistrade
|Religious / Philosophical
|High Prophet Kelldor
|Lawful neutral
|Kerse, Druma
|Amassing personal wealth
|Regional (Inner Sea)
|Merchants and tradesmen
|Images of Kalistocrats
Source: Campaign Setting, pg(s). 177
- See also: Prophet of Kalistrade
The Prophecies of Kalistrade are a series of dream-records written by an eccentric mystic during the early days of the Age of Enthronement. They stress the benefits of a strict regimen of self-denial and promote the accumulation of wealth over all other pursuits. These teachings and predictions are followed as a pseudo-religion, most prominently in the nation of Druma.[1] A follower of this philosophy is known as a Kalistocrat or prophet, although the latter is a slang term,[2] and the adjective is Kalistocratic.[3]
Tenets and dogma
Believers adorn themselves exclusively in white robes and wear full-length gloves to prevent contact with those who do not also follow the philosophy. Additionally, they practice sexual and dietary prohibitions. Followers of the Prophesies believe that their sacrifices will bring them personal wealth and success later in life, and that those who do not achieve such greatness have broken one of the many teachings of the philosophy.[1]
Most followers are atheist,[4][5] and unlike followers of deistic faiths, practitioners of the Prophesies of Kalistrade seem to be unaffected by the death of Aroden, and see this as proof that their way of life is superior. To them, Aroden's death is evidence that gods can die, while traditions and ways of thinking can not be killed. And in a way, they might be correct, as the continual economic expansion of Druma speaks to the successes of their way of life.[1] Despite their non-religious beliefs, followers of the Prophecies find they have much in common with the church of the god of merchants and civilization, Abadar.[6]
Goals and prohibitions
Kalistocrats pursue wealth above all else, and do so by following several tenets:
- Conserve resources: A Kalistocrat never exhausts their resources.[7] This is evident, for instance, in the lumber industry of Macridi, which selectively harvests only a few rare trees per day and preserves most of the Palakar Forest.[8]
- Wear white: A Kalistocrat wears primarily white garments, though high-ranking members often show their wealth in jewelry and finery.[7][9]
- Avoid charity: A Kalistocrat gives money only to those who have earned it.[7] They prefer indentured servants with 1-year terms over slaves, as they can ultimately profit from both the servant's labor and their repayment of the loan.[10]
- Avoid material comforts: A Kalistocrat avoids many basic comforts, even when they can easily afford them.[7] This includes a strict diet that abstains from several kinds of meat.[11]
- Avoid physical contact: A Kalistocrat avoids all physical contact with other people. Their outfits include full-length gloves (including a version that magically repels others)[12] and full-body robes to avoid unintentional contact. They avoid most sexual activity[11] and abstain from tattoos.[10]
- Be lawful and neutral: A Kalistocrat lawfully follows the Prophecies and remains neutral in all dealings—not out of fairness, but rather because legal systems provide tools for accumulating and retaining wealth.[10] Using the law for profit without violating it is an honorable act among Kalistocrats.[13]
- Exploit agreements: A Kalistocrat seeks to take advantage of loopholes in contracts and other legal agreements without technically violating any rules.[7]
- Outwit superiors for profit: A Kalistocrat feels rewarded when able to exploit a more experienced or faithful prophet for profit.[7]
New members
New members are always welcomed into the fold, and no racial, gender, or financial barriers stand in the way of anyone beginning his or her walk down the straight and narrow path to enlightenment. If one can adhere to the philosophy's strictures and thus amass personal wealth, they are welcome in the Kalistrade, and by extension, the nation of Druma.[1][14] Despite this inclusiveness, the upper echelons of the faith are only open the humans, although this has not stopped many other races, particularly dwarves[9] and tieflings,[15] from following its teachings. The philosophy has also become increasingly popular for refugees fleeing Cheliax and Isger.[6] Most new converts gain their first introduction to the Prophecies in the Drumish city of Twingate on Lake Encarthan, a tent city where thousands spend anywhere from a week to multiple years seeking greater enlightenment.[16]
Favored familiars
Following their philosophy of prominently displayed wealth and success, prophets who choose familiars prefer impressively rare or extravagant creatures. This often results in colorful birds and reptiles, such as parrots, peacocks, snakes, and lizards, decked in opulent accessories. Several also include carbuncles in their entourages.[17]
Rituals of death
Much as the accumulation of wealth is a Kalistocrat's goal in life, their wealth plays a large role in their death. Kalistocrats pay exorbitant sums to have their bones dipped in pools of molten gold and interred within the opulent walls of the Golden Ossuary in Kerse.[18]
Hour of Victory
Followers of the Prophecies believe in a time in the not too distant future, when they will use their amassed wealth to create enough leverage to "own" the world. This ownership will bestow a type of immortality upon all true believers. The fact that other prophecies have failed to occur in the Age of Lost Omens does not bother adherents of this philosophy. They claim that theirs is a secular prophecy unaffected by the magical disruptions brought on by the death of Aroden, and will simply occur once the faithful acquire enough capital.[9]
The current leader of the Prophets of Kalistrade is the High Prophet Kelldor.[19][20]
Mercenary League
The Mercenary League is the private mercenary force Kalistocrats use to protect themselves and, more importantly, their possessions. Known for their ruthlessness, extensive training, and lavish equipment, these black-clad men-at-arms protect their charges with a fervor seldom found outside of golems. Their numbers draw heavily from followers of the Prophecies who, due to their circumstances of birth or talent, are unable to successfully climb the ladder of wealth accumulation. Some see them as unnecessarily violent or even sociopathic in their treatment of opponents, but the truth is that they are completely without morals when following orders; they simply choose tactics that produce the most efficient outcomes.[9]
Paizo published an article about the Prophecies of Kalistrade in Disciple's Doctrine 18f.
For additional resources, see the Meta page.
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Erik Mona et al. (2008). Campaign Setting, p. 177. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-112-1
- ↑ Hugh Matthews. (2012). Song of the Serpent, p. 315. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-388-0
- ↑ John Compton, et al. (2018). Merchant's Manifest, p. 18. Paizo Inc. ISBN 978-1-64078-026-2
- ↑ Savannah Broadway, Paris Crenshaw, Neall Raemonn Price, David Ross, Owen K.C. Stephens, and James L. Sutter. (2013). Faiths & Philosophies, p. 6. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-543-3
- ↑ Savannah Broadway, Paris Crenshaw, Neall Raemonn Price, David Ross, Owen K.C. Stephens, and James L. Sutter. (2013). Faiths & Philosophies, p. 8. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-543-3
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 James Jacobs et al. (2011). The Inner Sea World Guide, p. 237. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-269-2
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 Savannah Broadway, Paris Crenshaw, Neall Raemonn Price, David Ross, Owen K.C. Stephens, and James L. Sutter. (2013). Faiths & Philosophies, p. 9. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-543-3
- ↑ James Jacobs et al. (2011). The Inner Sea World Guide, p. 64. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-269-2
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 James Jacobs et al. (2011). The Inner Sea World Guide, p. 63. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-269-2
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 Joshua J. Frost et al. (2010). Faction Guide, p. 38. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-221-0
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Benjamin Bruck, Jason Bulmahn, Matt Goodall, and Jason Nelson. (2012). Paths of Prestige, p. 42. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-451-1
- ↑ Dennis Baker, Jesse Benner, John Compton, and Thurston Hillman. (2014). Inner Sea Combat, p. 61. Paizo Inc. ISBN 978-1-60125-598-3
- ↑ Benjamin Bruck, Jason Bulmahn, Matt Goodall, and Jason Nelson. (2012). Paths of Prestige, p. 43. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-451-1
- ↑ Benjamin Bruck, et al. (2015). Inner Sea Races, p. 156. Paizo Inc. ISBN 978-1-60125-722-2 See Karfus the Golden-Horned.
- ↑ Hal Maclean and Colin McComb. (2012). Blood of Fiends, p. 8. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-423-8
- ↑ James Jacobs et al. (2011). The Inner Sea World Guide, p. 65. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-269-2
- ↑ Will McCardell et al. (2015). Familiar Folio, p. 5. Paizo Inc. ISBN 978-1-60125-731-4
- ↑ Scott Fernandez, Ron Lundeen, and Larry Wilhelm. (2015). Tombs of Golarion, p. 35. Paizo Inc. ISBN 978-1-60125-720-8
- ↑ Joshua J. Frost et al. (2010). Faction Guide, p. 38. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-221-0
- ↑ Tanya DePass, James Jacobs, Lyz Liddell, Ron Lundeen, Liane Merciel, Erik Mona, Mark Seifter, and James L. Sutter. (2019). Lost Omens World Guide, p. 124. Paizo Inc. ISBN 978-1-64078-172-6


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Goaltending: The Ducks top choice between the pipes will be a major story this offseason and heading into the upcoming season. Although he's had his share of ups and downs, Jonas Hiller has been a solid performer during his tenure with the Ducks. The veteran goalie is an unrestricted free agent this offseason and could command attention from other clubs that need an answer in net. The Ducks have the luxury of depth at the most important position in hockey in rookies Frederik Andersen and John Gibson. Andersen, the 24-year-old Danish rookie had a solid regular season as the backup to Hiller. During the regular season Andersen went 20-5 in 28 starts with a 2.29 goals against average. He started seven games in the postseason with solid success. Gibson, considered the top goaltending prospect in all of hockey had a dynamic start, winning his first three starts as a NHL player at the end of the Ducks regular season. His solid play continued into the first two games of the Kings series when Gibson was the surprising starter. The Kings solved Gibson in games six and seven, but the young rookie was impressive in how he commanded the situation. The Ducks have capable depth in Andersen and Gibson, but the big question is how much they value the veteran presence of Hiller, who had a solid regular season as the top choice in goal. Gibson looks ready to take over the top position and has the potential to be a Jonathan Quick-like difference maker in goal. A tandem of Gibson and Andersen should be capable.Deal a young goalie? If the Ducks decide that Gibson is the future in goal they could potentially deal a player like Andersen to realize his full value now, then potentially re-signing Hiller as a veteran backup for Gibson. The Ducks situation could very much like the situation in Los Angeles, with Jonathan Quick and Jonathan Bernier. Once Quick won the starting spot and it was clear that Bernier was not going to be a full-time starter, the Kings traded Bernier to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Los Angeles was able to acquire forward Matt Frattin and backup goalie Ben Scrivens for Bernier, eventually moving Frattin to Columbus at the trade deadline for Marian Gaborik. With limited cap space and ability to move or acquire players this offseason, dealing Andersen may be an option.
Youth Movement: The Ducks have one of the top minor league systems in all of hockey, rated tops by Hockey News. In addition to Gibson and current contributors like Devante Smith-Pelly, Jakob Silfverberg and Sami Vatanen, Anaheim has young center Richard Rakell and defenseman Shea Theodore waiting in the wings. In the salary-cap era of the NHL successful teams are able to maintain a team of veteran stars, while developing youngsters to come in and contribute. Silfverberg and Smith-Pelly are restricted free agents who the Ducks will most likely re-sign, as is Sami Vatanen.
As a result of the Bobby Ryan trade, the Ducks have the tenth pick in the upcoming NHL draft. They likely don't find an immediate contributor at the ten spot, but should be able to pick up a player who can potentially join the Ducks in the near future.
What do the Ducks need? With limited resources there are a couple of areas that the Ducks should explore to improve their team. One area is at defense where the team could use a bigger physical presence on the blue line. The team will have to decide whether not they want to re-sign Stephane Robidas, who they acquired at the trade deadline from the Dallas Stars. Robidas is an impact player when healthy, but has suffered two leg injuries in the past six months, a potential concern.A second area of need is another veteran goal scorer beyond Perry and Getzlaf. Nick Bonino and Andrew Cogliano provide excellent second and third line play, but they could benefit from a goal scoring forward. Of course with the contracts of Getzlaf and Perry the Ducks are limited in free agency, but they could look to acquire a goal scoring forward in a potential trade, perhaps involving a young goaltender.
As an organization the Ducks are well primed for success over the next several years. They've maintained their veteran core will building a stop farm system that injects young talent into the lineup. In John Gibson they may have found that elite goaltender that can carry a franchise to a championship. Small tweaks, including a few additions, could return the Ducks to the Stanley Cup finals.
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Ingredients (4servings)
4 chicken drumsticks
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2 potatoes, peeled and diced into 2 x 2 cm dice
2 large carrots, peeled and small diced
1 leek, white part only, halved lengthways and sliced
6 garlic cloves, crushed
60g baby kale leaves
½ lemon, juiced
Olive oil, to garnish
Paprika, to garnish
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It is reasonably well established that the spiritual growth of Christians is closely linked to how regularly we read the Bible, ponder its meaning for us and engage with God in prayer.
Most of us can verify this in our own lives, the times when we have grown spiritually have often been those periods when we have spent more time in the Bible and praying. There can be a strong feedback loop in this; the more I am engaging with God the more I want to pray and read the Bible. Unfortunately, the converse is also true; the less I read the Bible the less I engage with God and the less inclined I am to continue to read the Bible.
I would not want to be dogmatic on which happens first in this feedback loop, it seems to me that if either factor slips the situation in general either spirals downwards or grows in worship. What matters most is to know that they are indeed linked. Being aware of this link enables each of us to influence our spiritual growth.
Yet it can be frustratingly difficult to maintain a regular habit of engaging with the Bible and engaging with God. I have been a Christian since I was 18 years old and for some reason it seems to be getting harder to maintain these habits as I get older rather than becoming easier which is what my expectation was (most habits get easier the longer you do them — driving is a good example). Several obvious reasons for this come to mind; I have 3 children who are still fairly young, I own a mortgage with a house attached so time is needed to maintain this liability, and I work on a 24-hour rotating roster so do not have a set bedtime or wake up time.
However, there are also increasing concerns that the digital age is bringing new pressures upon our devotional habits. In October 2013 David Murray posted a couple of articles looking at technology-related factors which make it more difficult to spend time with God:
Loss of boundaries between work and private life
Loss of concentration due to multitasking habits
Habitual scanning of text when reading
Loss of meditation/deep thinking
Loss of memory (as in Bible memorization, not Alzheimer's disease!)
Loss of problem solving
Loss of social connection
Loss of sleep (definitely a problem for me!)
Loss of quiet
Loss of friendships
Loss of family time
Loss of privacy
Too much time wasting
Loss of purity
Loss of patience
Loss of wisdom
Loss of humility
For more detail on these problems, check out the original post. Multitasking, social media and Google cop the blame in David Murray's post. I'm not in full agreement with his list as many of these things can be lumped together under the problem of having almost constant access to unlimited information and amusements. But it is good to consider how technology is interfering with my spiritual life. The followup post was a little more practical: 20 Tips For Personal Devotions in the Digital Age. Again, I don't agree with everything on his list but it is a good start.
For myself, this difficulty in maintaining good devotional habits is a result of several intertwined factors: being much too easily distracted by the computer/internet, lack of sleep, reserving some quiet space in the day, and forgetting that being in fellowship with God is the greatest thing I can have.
At least there are some steps I can take to improve things:
Get more sleep
Step away from the computer sooner
Spend some time with God — even a little bit of real fellowship is a start


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In May of 2017, a ZLF client found himself charged with Carrying a Firearm Without a License when a firearm was located under the front passenger seat of his vehicle. Our client was giving a ride to a neighbor's friend when he failed to use a turn signal. A traffic stop was conducted, and without any prior knowledge that the passenger was armed, the passenger stuffed a gun under the front passenger seat of the vehicle. Both men blamed one another for the gun, and as a result, the police charged them both with Carrying a Firearm Without a License based upon a theory of joint constructive possession. To make matters worse, the client was held in jail on a probation detainer for a non-violent offense pending the resolution of the case.
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Upper Hutt Leader : June 8th 2011
24 UPPER HUTT LEADER, JUNE 8, 2011 Waterways that are suitable for swimming and free from sediment with good habitats for fish and insects... ... a region where you can hear birdsong... these are a few of the things the community expects from good natural resource management. Last year almost 500 people attended 16 public workshops on natural resource management, while another 800 responded to an online survey. The workshops and survey were the first stage in developing a new regional plan to look after the region's air, water, soil, biodiversity, coast and landscape. Further workshops are planned for later this year. Spartina (Spartina spp.) is an aquatic plant that can grow up to 1 metre tall in salt or fresh water. It is usually found in estuaries, salt marshes, wetlands and stream edges. This cord-like grass has leaves that can vary in colour from yellow to green and brown, and has flowers that are tiny flattened spikes. Spartina has extensive underwater/ground creeping stems and causes sediment build-up in waterways, increasing the risk of flooding. It displaces native aquatic species by competing with them for light, nutrients and space. Seen it? Contact us: 0800 496 734 email@example.com Welcome to Our Region -- the Greater Wellington Regional Council's quarterly magazine. Your feedback is appreciated -- 0800 496 734 or email@example.com How healthy is your home fire? Home fires are great for keeping you warm in winter but they can cause air pollution, which has a direct effect on people's health. Smoke from home fires has high levels of fine particles which end up in the air that we breathe. This can trigger or worsen asthma and can lead to heart disease. Tips to stay warm and reduce air pollution: • Wrap up your house. Financial assistance for home insulation and clean heating can be repaid through your rates. See www.gw.govt.nz/warmer-gw • Fires should burn hot and fast. A smouldering fire gives off more pollution • Use dry wood in your wood burner. This will give more heat and cause less pollution • Never burn treated wood or household rubbish. These products can give off hazardous substances Greater Wellington monitors air quality around the region. For more sustainability tips: www.gw.govt.nz/bethedifference Spartina Your environment -- your view Kids for coastal conservation Tuturumuri School is one of three south Wairarapa schools growing coastal plants for a conservation project at Cape Palliser. The exposed and rugged landscape around Cape Palliser is the southern most part of the Wellington region and home to several rare native plants that have adapted to the harsh conditions, including the native renga renga lily. Greater Wellington's Chair Fran Wilde and Wairarapa Councillor Gary McPhee visited the school in autumn to help pupils plant mature renga renga and sow eco-sourced seed to be raised in the school nursery. The school is involved in Greater Wellington's Take Action programme where pupils learn about native biodiversity and taking environmental action in their community. Pupils have set up a native garden to encourage lizards, planted many native trees around the school and run a flourishing vegetable garden. Pirinoa and Martinborough schools are also raising plants for the project. For a copy of the report on the results of last year's regional plan workshops and survey, see: www.gw.govt.nz/workshop-report Students from Tuturumuri School take a break from the nursery with Greater Wellington's Chair Fran Wilde and Wairarapa Councillor Gary McPhee. Seated from left: Cole Innes, Cr Fran Wilde, Peta Aarsen, Drew Tayles, Flora Elworthy and Cr Gary McPhee Greater Wellington is upgrading the Stuart Macaskill water storage lakes in Te Marua to improve their strength in an earthquake and increase their capacity The upgrade is an important and timely project, says Councillor Nigel Wilson, Chair of Greater Wellington's Social and Cultural Wellbeing Committee. "Now, more than ever, we know that the resilience of our water supply system is crucial for the community's recovery after a major earthquake. There'll be less stored water while the lakes are being upgraded "We also know that the population in the region's four cities is growing, so it makes sense to increase our water reserves, along with encouraging more water conservation. Greater Wellington has done a lot of work investigating future water supply options and this is a key project to increase our stored water capacity." 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How much will the upgrade project increase the storage lakes' capacity? The Stuart Macaskill storage lakes currently have a combined capacity of 3,000 million litres (ML). Upgrading the lakes will increase their capacity by 13%, providing 400ML more water (400ML would meet the estimated daily water use of 140,000 households for 4-5 days). This will allow us to use stored water from the lakes for longer periods when our rivers and the aquifer are under pressure during summer. Will we have less stored water during the upgrade? We'll start this summer with just under half our normal amount of stored water for Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Porirua and Wellington. Will residents of Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Porirua and Wellington need to save water? We'll probably need the community to reduce its water use during spring and summer, particularly if it's dry. Closer to summer we'll let you know how to prepare for drier conditions. During the summer we'll update you on how much water we have and what everyone can do so that there's enough for essential uses. Greater Wellington is upgrading the Stuart Macaskill water storage lakes in Te Marua Water supply upgrade begins
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text: Oh man, where to start with these two?! For the past few years Josh has been a part of our church small group that my husband and I lead each week, and when he started bringing Jonna along with him...we knew it was serious. Our small group is kind of like a little family, we've all been doing life together for years and so when someone starts bringing a significant other, you know it means something. I'm not gonna lie, the mama bear in me comes out a little when my "kids" bring a special someone over...I need to size 'em up, make sure their worthy and all that. With all that said, I have loved Jonna since.the.get.go. She is a beautiful girl inside and out and has such a kind spirit about her (and I love the way she loves Josh). I need to brag about Josh a second too of course - he's wicked smart and has a great sense of humor, so glad he's one of "ours." I could go on and on but this is getting a bit lengthy! Josh and Jonna, thank you for inviting me into such a special time in your lives and for doing life with us these past few years, such an honor and privilege. xo *Jonna and Josh wanted to do their session on Jonna's grandparents property where these two have spent a lot of time and where Josh proposed! It was the perfect spot.


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You may have guessed by now that we absolutely love living here & here is a photo gallery of some of our favourite parts that we think you'll love just as much as us!
Wilton Farm campsite
Wilton Farm campsite itself is situated past South Pool at the top of a hill with fantastic views across to Salcombe. Take a look at some snaps from last summer & this season which include the beautiful Glade & our own private access to Kingsbridge Estuary. The last couple are courtesy of the lovely guest at Wilton Farm Sara & her three children. Thank you Sara & co!
South Pool
South Pool is the local village and the river can be followed all the way down the estuary to Salcombe. Why not take a walk up to the top of the village & sit on the bench in memory of Jim Dalzell, a stalwart of the village & grandfather to the website creator! Sit & take in the view that he once loved
The famous town of Salcombe is just a short drive from the farm & is famous for it's sailing enthusiasts. A beautiful town full of character & the place to be if you love a spot of sailing yourself!
Slapton & Torcross
This historic site is a hub for birdwatchers & holidaymakers alike. After a walk along the long beach you reach wonderfully quaint pubs & cafes offering locally sourced food & produce for sale. Sea Breeze is one such lovely cafe at Torcross – pop in for lovely food, drinks and gifts!
Dartmouth & Totnes
Dartmouth is famous for the Royal Naval College & you're never short of a nautical statue or two! The colourful houses of Kingswear can be seen across the water & further up the river on the right hand side is the castle proudly looking out onto the open sea.
If your tastes are a little bit more quirky (which ours are!) then Totnes is an absolute MUST! The outdoor market runs every Friday & Saturday with stalls ranging from delicious food to unique furniture.
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Q: My husband has a daughter with a woman who lives in New York. She has never put him on child support and has never asked for assistance from him. Now she is threatening to take him to court because he can't afford to help with their daughter's tuition. He is already paying child support for his other 3 children with his ex wife.
They were never married and he is not on the birth certificate. Their daughter will be 22 next month. Can she file even though shes already over 18 and if she does will he have to pay back on previous years as well? She has known where he lived the entire time and only let him see their daughter when she turned 18 and told him she didn't want/need his help.
A: David's Answer: If the subject child is 22, then the mother cannot file either for paternity or child support - at least not in Family Court (FCA 517). Child support is theoretically only retroactive to the filing of the petition, and since that child's already emancipated, there can be no issuance of an order. Call a NYC Family Law attorney to schedule a consult for more info. - David Bliven, Bronx Family Law attorney (www.blivenlaw.net)


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This week, I got to interview Daren Fuster, Director of Artistic Administration for the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra's series, "Baroque Conversations."
The piece starts like this:
Starting Nov. 12, the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra will offer an enlightening five-concert "Baroque Conversations" series.
"The series spotlights repertoire from early Baroque schools through the pre-classical period. In signature LACO style, the artists share their insights into the music and invite questions from the audience, which provides audiences with an in-depth look at the music being presented as well as an opportunity to get to know LACO artists on a deeper level."
The first four programs will be held at Downtown L.A.'s Zipper Hall. The series finale, a program of cello concertos, will take place at USC's Bovard Auditorium.
As you may know, Baroque music is a style of Western music composed from approximately 1600 to 1750. The bassoon, oboe, harpsichord, flute violin and cello figure prominently. Noted composers include Bach, Telemann, Couperin and Handel.
An interesting fact from Wikipedia: "The word 'baroque' comes from the Portuguese word barroco, meaning misshapen pearl, a negative description of the ornate and heavily ornamented music of this period."


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Bronco Baseball Welcomes New Head Coach
The New Mexico Military Institute Bronco baseball program is pleased to announce the hiring of a new head baseball coach. Assistant Coach Chris Cook from Arkansas State accepted the position on May 10th and will head to New Mexico to start a new chapter as Bronco head coach as soon as his current season is over with the Arkansas State Red Wolves.
Here's the press release from Arkansas State's Assistant Director for Sports Information Van Provence:
Cook will become the Broncos' head coach after spending the last six seasons as an assistant at ASU, coaching infielders and hitters. Cook helped coach the Red Wolves to some of the most productive offensive seasons in ASU history, finishing in the top 10 in school history in hits, runs scored and RBIs in each of the last three seasons leading up to 2012. Additionally, the 2009 and 2010 ASU teams both finished in the top-10 rankings in school history in batting average.
Since arriving at ASU, he has coached 10 players who have gone on to play professional baseball, including five taken in the Major League Baseball Draft.
"We are very excited for Chris and this opportunity for him," said Raffo. "It is a wonderful opportunity for him and his family. He is more than ready to become a head coach. He has done a fantastic job here at Arkansas State over the past six years, and has done a wonderful job with recruiting, with our hitters and developing our infielders. We couldn't ask for more, and the time he has spent working on our playing field has made it one of the best in the Sun Belt. We wish him and his family the best and we know he will do a terrific job."
As you can see, Coach Cook is very well qualified to take over the head coaching position for the Broncos. The Bronco baseball program looks forward, with great expectation, to a new start for their 2012-13 season.
Here's the link to Coach Cook's bio info on the ASU athletic website:
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I have a major gripe with the flats that are in fashion at the moment, I might as well be walking barefoot (actually, I am wearing a pair of the said flats today so maybe I should shut up). And of course, I loved your selection. I am currently on the hunt for the perfect oxford but I don't know if I could pull off the leopard print pink ones. I am considering them though…ReplyDelete
I love all these pieces. I've been drawn to menswear lately, too, and Marlene Dietrich is an awesome role model to have for that type of fashion. :)ReplyDelete
Ok, not to sound all academic and crazy, but at this conference I was at, I went to a session on queer studies, and they talked about what a big impact something this small can make...challenging gender norms in fashion can send big messages to people who are still figuring out their own identities!ReplyDelete
In any case, these pieces look fabulous. =)
Wonderful collection of fashionable accessories. Beautiful shoes, hat, watch, pants and dresses as well as coat. Specially this coat is so gorgeous and will be preferable to all.ReplyDelete
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This delightful "field trip between covers" takes preschool and primary children on a tour of the tide pools of America's east and west coasts. So vivid and engaging are the bold illustrations that children may well fell the sand between their toes and the sea breezes in their hair. Using the captivating devices of rhythm, rhyme, and repetition, the author weaves a tale of ever-increasing diversity in life forms, as each page adds a new species to the pool and a new couplet to the cumulative verse. The verbal images are as vivid and memorable as the visual ones; for example, "a group of snails in spiral hats glide across the bumps and flats." The language is active and lyrical. Limpets cling. Tides surge. Hermit crabs are thieves that shuffle as they drag their borrowed rooms. The scientific context of this book is as admirable as its poetry and artistry. Two page of "Field Notes" provide realistic illustrations, descriptions, and ecological information on each species presented in rhyme, along with the "fun facts" that children love so much. Also given is a well-chosen list of other books on related topics and a list of wildlife conservation organizations to contact. This books is a must for library story hours and teacher-read-aloud in school. Parents who purchase it may want two copies. I predict one will wear out before the child tires of this vicarious trip to the seaside.
— Science Books & Films – Faith Brynie (March/April 2003)
Anthony D. Fredericks and Jennifer DiRubbio have tamed up for another colorful and successful children's nature book, their first being Under One Rock in 2001. The subtitle of their latest offering is Crabs, Snails and Salty Tails and points up Fredericks' rhyming-type narrative. . . . The nature information is clearly presented and easily assimilated by young readers. Two pages of field notes on the mentioned creatures, as well as addresses for environmental organizations and a list of other books for children make this a valuable resource for teachers and parents.
Brilliant illustrations by Jennifer DiRubbio add to the readability of this early science title for young children.
— Hutton Book-Review Services – Linda Hutton (September 2002)
With summer fast approaching, we think about the outdoors, the gardens and forests, wildlife and most importantly the ocean and all of its gifts of plenty here in the Ocean State. This book is just right for your inquisitive kids who love the water's edge. Have you ever ventured to the edge of the ocean and peered into a tide pool? It is truly worth exploration.
In One Tidepool will help you and the kids to look more closely at a tiny, wet habitat teeming with activity and species never noticed at the beach.
Dawn Publications offers some of the most accurate and wonderful environmental messages couched in books so brilliantly written and illustrated you will want to buy them all.
— The Repawter – Providence Animal Rescue (Summer 2005)
Anthony Fredericks has produced yet another wonderful children's book. His vivid descriptions of life in a tidepool are both enticing to young readers as well as accurate. His excellent "Field Notes" further add to the academic value of this very inviting book. I highly recommend it.
— Prof. Walter C. Dudley – Univ. of Hawaii, Oceanography Dept. – Scientific Advisor, Pacific Tsunami Museum
In this eye-catching title, a little girl peers into a tidepool and observes the animals living there. The text begins with a wisecracking, unrhymed letter to the "Two-Armed Explorer" from a sea star. From there it moves to a rhymed description of a coastline; a spread with the single line, "This is the tidepool"; and then a rhymed tribute to the "curly-haired girl with wondering eyes" who "truly cared" for the creatures. Finally, the bulk of the book is a "House-That-Jack-Built"-style cumulative rhyme introducing barnacles, fish, anemones, a sponge, snails, crabs, limpets, and a sea star. . . . the imagery is apt and engaging. A page of field notes gives brief information about each of the animals, and several bibliographies list other books about the shore, by the author, and by the publisher. Full-bleed, double-page illustrations are bright and detailed, bordering on the surreal in color and pattern. . .
— School Libary Journal (November 2002)
Invite your students to visit the community of creatures that live at the edge of the ocean. The rhyming text and vivid illustrations in this book fill the journey with fun and facts.
— Learning Magazine (Spring 2004)
Anthony Fredericks has produced yet another wonderful children's book. His vivid descriptions of life in a tidepool are both enticing to young readers as well as accurate. His excellent "Field Notes" further add to the academic value of this very inviting book. I highly recommend it.
— Prof. Walter C. Dudley – Univ. of Hawaii, Oceanography Dept. – Scientific Advisor, Pacific Tsunami Museum
Imagine yourself at the seashore on a warm, sunny summer day. As you approach the water's edge you spot a group of rocks with little basins of salty water. What will you see if you gaze into one of these tidepools? In One Tidepool will introduce you to common tidepool inhabitants through color illustrations and simple text. Some of the creatures you'll learn about include starfish, hermit crabs, barnacles, sponges, limpets, snails, fish an more. And, if you need more information than is contained in this book, there is also a bibliography and a list of conservation organizations. . . .
— Young Entomologists Society – Insect World (April 2003)
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The majestic world that lies beneath the ocean waves … such a mystery to children, wondering what is down there, that they cannot see … Children love the ocean and all that lies within it. This book captures the majestic essence of this unknown world, by bringing to life the little sea creatures children know and love.
This book is actually depicting life in a tidepool. A small body of water which is much a part of the ocean yet is it's own unique home for it's inhabitants. Now you can see closeup what you might find in one of these tidepools and how they depend on the environment around them for survival. This brings the big picture to a child's mind as they explore the many creatures in the world around them. The excitement will build as your child views these beautifully done illustrations throughout the book. Beautiful artwork makes it that much more inviting.
It also offers Field notes and other sources to further investigate the topic and learn even more. This book offers a fun reading and viewing experience as well as yet another way to learn … brought to you by Dawn Publications. I love their stuff … always so inviting and enriching to our children. Thanks Dawn!
— Education Clearinghouse – www.educationclearinghouse.org (December 2002)
Tony Fredericks digs right in with In One Tidepool. Tony's rhyming text of humor and wit are broad-based and so amusing that this title will appeal to a wide range of readers.
— Terrence E. Young, Jr. – School Library Media Specialsity and Adjunct Instructor of Library Science, New Orleans
Fredericks takes a joyful and fantastical journey through the tiny but exciting world of a tidepool. The extensive end-matter, which covers tidepool creatures from snails to sponges, is packed with intriguing facts that will spark kids' imaginations and encourage further exploration.
— April Pulley Sayre, Author of Turtle, Turtle, Watch Out!
I am a technical services employee at the Emma Clark Memorial Library in Setauket, New York. We received a catalogue from Dawn Publications and I was drawn to your books immediately. I have purchased and today received Under One Rock and In One Tidepool. I bought them to hold onto when I have grandchildren. The illustrations are breathtaking and I love the cumulative prose. It is a joy to read and in the style it is written it reinforces information while delighting the reader.
Before my own daughter was born I already had purchased a collection of books for her. She still loves to read and wants to work in education with children. She was thrilled I bought books for her future children and didn't think me crazy. I look forward to adding more books from Dawn to my personal collection. Thank you for raising the bar in children's books. Your writing shows respect for children.
— Pat De Maria (Note to Author – September 2002)
What a wonderful book for children! In One Tidepool is colorful and full of information they might be learning in school. New words introduced to children are in bold black print and in the back of the book is more information.
Zoey: "Can you believe all the things you see in tides? I didn't even know what a tide was till I read this book. Some words I didn't know- but the book told me what they meant. I can't wait to take my binoculars and look for them! You just learn so much. I am taking this to my teacher to share with my class. The pictures were big and very bright. Someone did a good job on them."
Nana: Reading In One Tidepool was such fun- Zoey was so amazed that she could learn new words and still be surprised at what we can find in tides. She is anxious to go to the beach this weekend to look for these sea creatures.
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Falling behind
She wasn't quite convincing, but she certainly warned me. We connected over our sweet, extra chromosome-blessed little boys right after Welles was born. She's about two years further into the game than I. Her handsome little guy is turning four this year. Welles will be two. She's a step ahead of me and my saving grace much of the time. I call her late at night with questions when Welles is sick or sometimes just to tell her about some silly new gesture he has picked up. We laugh a lot together and celebrate our boys and all that they are. We have big plans for their friendship as they grow up together.
Most of the time our conversations about the boys are light and fun as we enjoy this unique road we are on. Together, we get to recognize what a blessing it is and feel so lucky that we get to be a big part of their journeys. But once in a while we talk about the hard stuff... The way their needs may cause for some challenges in our families, things we are afraid of facing because maybe it's going to be unfamiliar, and our hopes that others will love and accept them the way we pray they will.
Milestones and "keeping up" have never been a big worry to me. With Scarlett I almost laughed when her pediatrician suggested looking into physical therapy because she wasn't walking at fifteen months. Holy moly, the girl was practically talking in full sentences while crawling on her hands and knees and probably not walking because everyone was expecting it. She likes to keep us on our toes after all. It didn't bother me in the least that most of the toddlers her age were running around as they had been for months while she stayed on all fours. At sixteen months she decided she was ready, and on her feet she went. Did I mention that at 3.5 she still refuses to potty train? And I refuse to push her.
When Welles was a new baby I figured we were a pretty good fit. He would likely fall behind from a young age, and as mentioned above, I never let "keeping up" consume me as a young mom. Just one more thing to solidify that we were the perfect match.
But like I said, she did warn me.
My dear friend explained that watching her boy fall behind, even as a toddler, can be very hard and suggested I prepare for it. I assured her that I wasn't worried about it. Milestones after all, had never been a real concern of mine. I love Welles' differences and that he gets to be a baby longer than a typical child. It's adorable watching him wiggle around on his belly like an inchworm and reach for me like a very dependent baby does. I relish in his extra long cuddles and attachment to his mommy. But lately I have felt that little sting she was talking about... The sting I just knew wouldn't come for years and years.
So here I am, admitting it. It would be nice for him to be more toddler-ish sometimes. I wouldn't mind if he could feed himself normal foods rather than me pureeing every little thing down to a mush and then spoon-feed it to him. Life would be easier and my back would be in less pain if he could just walk himself from here to there. It wouldn't be awful if he knew how to speak and communicate a little better. I wouldn't hate it if he learned how to drink from a sippy cup or even a bottle so his only source of hydration wasn't through constant breast-feeding.
Between mine and Scott's sisters, three babies have been born after Welles. One is only seven months old. Already they have all surpassed him in those milestones "I care nothing of". Every time we get a text or a picture of our beautiful niece or nephew's first crawl or steps, I am thrilled and excited as a good aunt should be. And then I do feel it - that sting she was talking about. It's not loud and it's not terribly painful. But it is there and I don't think it makes me a bad mom to feel it.
As I always say, I wouldn't change Welles and know he is exactly who he was meant to be. My heart has grown ten fold since he arrived into our family. I'm grateful that the cuddles and baby stage will last much longer and will continue to relish in it. But being completely truthful, I would like him to pick up his own peas and eat them whole! ;)


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The NUTmobile rolls into town today with top shell-ebrity aboard
No, you haven't missed it. Today's the day that the Planters NUTmobile rolls in to the Wichita area. And I can tell you from experience, it's worth a visit just to hear the crew's one zillion nut puns.
The crew's "east to west nut cracking fest" commences this afternoon in Newton, and it will travel to a Wal-Mart in another nearby town every day through Sunday.
We visited earlier this week with the three recent college graduates who were hired in June to drive the NUTmobile around the center of the United States. They all have real names, but their nut names are Legume Liam, Jacashewlyn and Pistachiara. They'll be manning the nut until next June and they take turns performing the car's various nut duties from city to city.
It's a crazy job, driving that nut, and they get all manners of honks, waves and gesticulations as they drive down the highways. People who go to see them can pose with the peanut, meet Mr. Peanut and get nut samples if they're willing to shout, "I love Planters!"
The NUTmobile is eco-friendly, say the "three nutscateers," and it has the ability to run on peanut oil. It also has a tiny wind turbine hidden up front that charges the battery as well as solar panels on top.
And in case you wondered, yes, the NUTmoblers and the Oscar Mayer Wienermobilers do meet up and party whenever their paths cross.
Want to see it for yourself? Here's the schedule:
▪ Thursday, noon-5 p.m., Wal-Mart, 1701 S. Kansas Road, Newton
▪ Friday, noon-5 p.m., Wal-Mart, 301 S. Village Road, El Dorado
▪ Saturday, noon-5 p.m., Wal-Mart, 2020 N. Nelson Drive, Derby
▪ Sunday, noon-5 p.m., Wal-Mart, 719 W. Seventh St., Augusta


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It seems every year, I have at least one girl in my class who says, "I can't do it. I'm no good at math." These students believe that math comes "naturally" to other people (and not to them) and that there is little they can do to become strong math students.
Nowadays, the words "I'm no good at math," just get me fired up. I hear them, and I think, "that's a student who is going to have a transformative year." Because I know that effective effort + time = success, and soon, she will, too.
I'm far from the only one who thinks this way. Check out this research summarized in the most recent Marshall Memo (9/14/09):
Girls in Math and Science
(Originally titled "Encouraging Girls to Pursue Math and Science")
In Educational Leadership, researcher Tracey Huebner shares recent findings on girls' math/science achievement. "Research shows that the achievement gap in mathematics between boys and girls has all but disappeared," she says. But girls' gains are not matched by career choices. It appears that at a young age, girls rate their math ability lower than boys, and researchers believe low self-efficacy ultimately influences career choices. To attack this problem, there are three promising strategies:
– Teaching students that academic abilities are malleable, not innate;
– Female math/science role models;
– Interim-assessment feedback praising effort and accomplishment ("You've really mastered conversion of fractions to decimals"), identifying errors, and teaching strategies.
On the last point, a third-grade study found that "most teacher feedback is vague, limited to summative phrases (such as "very good" or "try again") with little or no detail, either positive or negative." Conversely, when teachers praise effort and teach strategies, girls are more likely to ask for help and less likely to believe that making a mistake is the result of a lack of innate ability.
"Encouraging Girls to Pursue Math and Science" by Tracey Huebner in Educational Leadership, September 2009 (Vol. 67, #1, p. 90-91); the full article is available for purchase at
http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational_leadership.aspx; Huebner can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com.
I would just take the assertions in the article one step further. Although teacher praise can have a huge impact on students, I think it's even more important that students learn to praise themselves. Through the structure in homework choice (and soon in independent reading choice), students learn to self-reflect, self-evaluate, and identify why they were successful.
Once students can internally praise their efforts and accomplishments, the cycle is self-sustaining. We can't forget that, ultimately, students have to achieve at high levels even when the teacher isn't around.


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ROMNEY CALLS ON AKIN TO STEP DOWN ….Update: Akin's Rape Theory Comes From Nazi War Study …Update: Akin Stays In
Oh gosh… Even the GOP candidate is pleading with Akin to drop out–
The AP reported:
GOP presidential contender Mitt Romney is calling on a defiant Rep. Todd Akin to step aside in the Missouri Senate race.
Akin, a six-term House member, has been under fire since saying Sunday that pregnancy could be prevented in the case of "legitimate rape" because "the female body has ways to try to shut that whole thing down."
It gets even worse…
Vicki McKenna sent this in on the Freind Study that Akin cited for his claims that women can shut down pregnancy during a rape.
One of the documents Rep. Stephen F. Freind used Tuesday to support his pregnancy-rape theory cited a World War II Nazi study on pregnancy and stress.
Yesterday, the president of the state affiliate of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists said Freind's use of the study was "inappropriate."
Freind (R., Delaware) did not mention the study at a news conference Tuesday, but he repeatedly used as a source for his information Dr. Fred E. Mecklenburg, who cited the study in an article.
In a 1972 article prepared for a publication called Abortion and Social Justice, which was paid for by a group called Americans United for Life, Mecklenburg said "medical research" linked stress and ovulation. Mecklenburg is an obstetrician and gynecologist working in Washington.
"In Germany, during World War II, the Nazis tested this hypothesis by selecting women who were about to ovulate and sending them to the gas chambers, only to bring them back after their realistic mock-killing, to see what effects this had on their ovulatory patterns," Mecklenburg wrote.
According to the study, wrote Mecklenburg, 64 percent did not ovulate.
Freind, the legislature's leading anti-abortion advocate, has been embroiled in controversy over his comments that it is extremely rare for women to become pregnant as the result of rape.
Although he retracted earlier statements about a "secretion" that kills sperm, he said Tuesday that stress is one reason few women who are raped get pregnant.
UPDATE: It's official. The 5:00 PM deadline just passed and Todd Akin refused to step down.
What a disgrace.