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There are myriad reasons to use NuCalm. Aside from more than 700,000 dental patients being able to relax without drugs during their procedure, the people who are getting the most benefit from NuCalm are those who are using it themselves and gaining the cumulative benefits NuCalm can provide. In addition to clinicians, team members, and patients, top performers from all walks of life are enjoying the benefits of managing their stress and balancing their autonomic nervous system.
Based on feedback we've received from NuCalm users around the globe, here are the Top Ten Reasons to use NuCalm.
– Lucille Ball
We can't control everything life brings our way – but we can control how we respond to life's everyday stressors through effective self-care strategies.
Stress, if not managed, can rob you of energy, sap your vitality, and make it difficult to find enjoyment in your work, your relationships, and your play.
Managing self-care involves areas you can specifically improve such as sleep, exercise, diet, communication, relaxation, and play – but we don't know of a more effective tool than NuCalm to provide deep relaxation on-demand and improve the nervous system's resilience to stress. So give yourself some love this weekend – take your NuCalm system home and treat yourself to some true restoration.
Everyone experiences stress – but when those who are closest to us are going through a rough period – it affects us… because we love them and don't like to see them struggling.
Whatever the source of the stress, one of the best things you can do for those you love is to share the gift of NuCalm. It won't eliminate stress from their lives – but it will build their resilience and give them the gift of deep relaxation and restoration.
Your team members drive your practice every day. They are in the trenches – dealing with the challenges of patient finances, scheduling, insurance reimbursement, anxious patients, and stressed out co-workers. But they're also in the trenches at home taking care of friends and family – cooking, cleaning, caretaking, and making ends meet. Stress takes its toll in team member burnout, sickness, and work inefficiency.
With NuCalm, you have a tool that can transform your practice into a refuge. Imagine your team leaving work each day – refreshed and ready to enjoy their time off with family and friends. Imagine them coming to work looking forward to the day. Over time, they will begin to associate the feeling of wellness with the workplace – and build their stress resiliency both at work and at home.
When you share NuCalm with your patients, you can do great dentistry… when you share NuCalm with your team, you can do great things!
According to Professor Manfred Max-Neef, a Chilean-born economist, the hierarchy of basic human needs are:
When a person in under stress, they're not open to new experiences or able to process information accurately. When they are comfortable and stress-free, they are cognitively and emotionally available and better able to connect with people.
The ability to effectively communicate and connect with others is pivotal for developing successful and fulfilling relationships. NuCalm helps you make effective human connections.
Give yourself and the ones you love the gift of deep cellular relaxation and rejuvenation with NuCalm.
When stressed, the body stores visceral fat, making it more uncomfortable to fit into your clothes. Cortisol, one of the hormones associated with chronic stress, can affect levels of ghrelin (the hunger signaling hormone) and leptin (the satiety signaling hormone).
The brain has the ability to selectively activate stress responses. This usually occurs in day to day living when an individual perceives his/her hassles as a challenge to control or a loss of control. Although the stress pathways work together, they each can uniquely affect the function of bodily processes.
The stress response causes the heart to beat faster … and release more free fatty acids (dis-assembled triglycerides) into the blood. The "defeat" response stress pathway can lead to enhanced lipo-genesis (fat creation), visceral obesity (deep abdominal obesity), breakdown of tissues, and suppression of the immune system.
Click to Read "Cortisol Connection: Tips on Managing Stress and Weight" by Christine A. Maglione-Garves, Len Kravitz, Ph.D., and Suzanne Schneider, Ph.D.
NOTE: To read the other reasons in our Top 10 Countdown, visit our blog
The healing process is a complex series of cellular events typically classified into three overlapping events: inflammation, proliferation, and maturation. Stress can have a profound impact on these cellular response systems. Research shows that stress can adversely affect the body by disrupting communication between the nervous systems, endocrine system, and immune system.
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"You could just tell that these guys were just more relaxed and they would tell me that. We want our players to play 'intense' not 'tense' and NuCalm is a way for them to just relax and deal with frustrations. NuCalm was very beneficial because it clears your head and allows you to start from scratch. The crucial part of this game is recovery. That's why I think NuCalm played an important role for us, especially during the playoffs."
— Mike Gapski, Head Trainer of the Chicago Blackhawks – 2013 Stanley Cup Champions
NuCalm improves performance – not just on the ice, the playing field, or the track, but for anyone who has to be at their best: strong, resilient, and focused. NuCalm puts you "In the Zone – On Demand"
Don't leave home (or stay home) without it.
If you are traveling over the holidays –NuCalm is a great tool to help you stay balanced.
Airline travel presents challenges before, during, and after the flight. Clearing airport security or customs, boarding mayhem, in-flight stress on our bodies and jet lag skewing our circadian rhythms puts a severe strain on the human body. It's no wonder we often arrive feeling exhausted and disconnected.
Travel by car is more natural for our biorhythms – but dealing with traffic, trying to sleep in unfamiliar surroundings, and 'road food' can throw us out of balance as well.
Our central nervous systems are constantly seeking homeostasis – a state of balance. Every day life is pushing us off-balance. For many people, holiday travel is one of the most stressful events of the year. Thankfully, NuCalm is a powerful and predictable tool for restoring autonomic nervous system balance – starting at the mid-brain level – where all stress originates.
And, if you plan on staying home over the holidays and entertaining or just taking a break, NuCalm is a wonderful gift to share with family and friends who traveled to see you.
Research shows that sleep is one of the most important factors in your overall health.
The Harvard Women's Health Watch suggests six reasons to get enough sleep:
- Learning and memory: Sleep helps the brain commit new information to memory through a process called memory consolidation. In studies, people who'd slept after learning a task did better on tests later.
- Metabolism and weight: Chronic sleep deprivation may cause weight gain by affecting the way our bodies process and store carbohydrates, and by altering levels of hormones that affect our appetite.
- Safety: Sleep debt contributes to a greater tendency to fall asleep during the daytime. These lapses may cause falls and mistakes such as medical errors, air traffic mishaps, and road accidents.
- Mood: Sleep loss may result in irritability, impatience, inability to concentrate, and moodiness. Too little sleep can also leave you too tired to do the things you like to do.
- Cardiovascular health: Serious sleep disorders have been linked to hypertension, increased stress hormone levels, and irregular heartbeat.
- Disease: Sleep deprivation alters immune function, including the activity of the body's killer cells. Keeping up with sleep may also help fight cancer.
For those interested in learning more about the importance of sleep, you can read these articles from the National Institutes of Health: http://1.usa.gov/166jOps
NuCalm 'grooms' the neural sleep pathways and provides the necessary nutrients to support sleep. It is an excellent tool to re-train your nervous system to reach the 1st stage of sleep naturally.
To learn about the 8 week NuCalm Sleep Protocol CLICK HERE
Together, we are Improving the Human Experience®
Best regards,
The NuCalm Team at Solace Lifesciences, Inc.
Stress is part of any holiday, but the stretch between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day can be a bit crazy. But just think, if you had an extra NuCalm system, you could share the NuCalm experience with the ones you love (and the ones who challenge your patience) the most!
Let's face it, when we're stressed out over auto travel, airport security, meeting new family members, holiday expenses, and spontaneous political discussions, you just can't be as happy being with your loved ones. But you do love them, so do yourself a favor and share NuCalm with friends and relatives over the Holidays this year.
You'll be amazed how much a NuCalm session can help loved ones deal with jet lag, stress, timetables, and everything else the holiday season brings. It's more effective (and easier) than an overdose of turkey tryptophan and cable television for giving the ones you love some much needed relaxation and rejuvenation.
As you probably know by now, NuCalm isn't just for the dental chair. It's for anyone living their life on planet earth. It's one of the most effective stress relievers on the planet – and as a licensed healthcare professional – only you can offer it!
After the NuCalm sessions, settle back with your loved ones and enjoy each other with a glass of wine or football game… you'll be amazed at how much fun you can have just being together – without stress getting in the way! Oh, and another great benefit… NuCalm makes the time fly by!


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With California's water woes worsening by the week, the political debate over the topic has heated up.
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California Congressman Tom McClintock has addressed his concerns on the House Floor. Apparently the Congessman has a problem with releasing BILLIONS of gallons of water the possibly help DOZENS of fish… Yeah, that math doesn't work out for me either. Must be that Common Core Math. That's approximately $21 MILLION dollars of water that the scientists can't PROVE any benefit for.
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By PATRICK SALOMON
THE Philippines' senior men's national football team, known as 'the Azkals', are set to turn it up a notch tonight when they play their second friendly match in three days against Bahrain's under-23 Olympic team.
Their first meeting on Saturday, held at the National Stadium in Riffa, ended 2-1 in favour of the hosts, with Sayed Dhiya Saeed scoring the winning goal early in the second half.
'The Azkals' will be looking to turn the tables on their rivals this time around, and give what is expected to be a capacity crowd of Filipino supporters an evening to remember at the Muharraq Club stadium in Arad.
Head coach Hans Michael Weiss admitted, however, that 'the Azkals' will be far from full strength for the game, which kicks off at 7pm. Several 'Azkals' players have been unable to make it to Bahrain and are also expected to miss the Philippines' match against Kuwait on Saturday in the all-important first leg of their second round qualifying clash for a 2014 Fifa World Cup berth.
"We are missing five or six players; we are here with a young team and not our first squad," Weiss told the GDN. "Even against Kuwait we will not be complete. It will be this team along with one or two additional players, and that's it."
Despite this, 'the Azkals' went right back to work in preparation for tonight's friendly, which will be a second opportunity for them to adapt to the region's sweltering summer temperatures and gauge their level of readiness before flying off to Kuwait tomorrow.
"Playing these games here against Bahrain are really a big help to our team," said 'Azkals' co-captain Emelio Caligdong, who scored their lone goal on Saturday with a spectacular rocket from 30 yards out.
"This is a good challenge for us. It is our first time to play a Middle East team, and it is helping us get ready for Kuwait," Caligdong added. "We are also very happy with the great reception we have had from the fans here; we would like to thank everyone for that."
'The Azkals' trained for over an hour early yesterday evening at tonight's match venue. They capped it off with a scrimmage against the varsity football team from AMA International University Bahrain, who are the major sponsors of their visit. The game, which featured shortened halves, ended tied 1-1.
Right after their workout, Bahrain's Olympic squad took to the pitch. Coach Salman Shareeda said that he too is looking forward to tonight's clash.
"These matches are like a high form of training for both teams," Shareeda said yesterday. "I am very happy to be playing these friendly games and we welcome the Philippine team to Bahrain.
"For tomorrow, we have 26 players who are fit and ready. I gave a chance to some players in the first game on Saturday, and tomorrow I hope to give an opportunity to others. It will be a good game."
Meanwhile, coach Weiss acknowledged that the level of football in the Gulf is on a higher level than in the Philippines, where, largely because of 'the Azkals', the game is now experiencing a meteoric rise in popularity.
"Football is much more developed here; it is a religion here and they focus on it at a very young age," Weiss said. "The game is definitely highly advanced, and right now we cannot compare it with that in the Philippines, where it is now only growing.
"We rely on strong character and on Filipino players from outside to help football develop and bring it to a different level. But to be really be established in the football world, it will take another three to five years at least."
Tonight's match caps the first-ever Bahrain-Philippines Friendship Games, which have been organised by Creator Marketing Consultancy in partnership with the Bahrain Football Association and Philippine Football Federation.
Tickets for the game can be purchased at the venue.
Also yesterday, 'the Azkals' met with Philippine Ambassador to Bahrain Maria Corazon Yap-Bahjin during their visit to the Philippine Embassy.
Gulf Daily News
18 July 2011
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Having kids can be a a huge joy in life, but it is also a huge financial obligation. There are so many different costs involved in raising a child, from the added basics like food, to the costs of education, and more.
The USDA has calculated the costs of raising a child for both single parent households and dual parent households, and it can cost anywhere from $118,590 to $250,262 to raise a child to 18 years of age. And then you get to college!
So, how safe will your finances be when you have kids?
The Costs of Children
There are so many different costs involved in raising children, but beyond the basics, some of the biggest costs include day care and then education. When deciding on whether to get day care or to watch the children yourself, there is a big trade off to consider. Sometimes it may not be beneficial to get day care, while other times it could be a necessity. You can read the trade-off here: Are Two Wage Earners Better Than One?
After child care, there are the cost of education, including college if you're going to pay for it.
Tricks to Get Prepared
There are a ton of different tips and tricks to get prepared for children and the costs involved. One of the most popular tricks is to budget on one income and saving the difference. This savings can turn into a great emergency fund, and then when children are present, allows for the extra expenses in the budget.
Another popular trick is to ask friends and neighbors about their costs when it comes to raising children. Ask a good friend where they find child care and how much it costs. Ask about what it costs for medical care for their children, and maybe what doctors or health plans they use. By asking around, you can get a good glimpse of what it will cost.
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Back surgeries and joint replacements have serious risks, limited rates of success, and long recovery periods. However, the natural therapies offered through our center include stem cell regenerative therapy and are available to you without surgical risks and slow, painful recovery times.
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New Garden Village Consultation
Tandridge District Council (TDC) is conducting another 'Regulation 18' consultation between 14th August 2017 and the 9th October 2017. This is a consolation to support their now published 'preferred strategy' of a 'new garden village'.
The term 'new garden village' is defined by the government as a development of between 1,500 and 10,000 homes that stands independently of any other settlement (i.e. is not an extension of another village or town). They are supposed to be 'self contained' communities and there is significant funding available from government for authorities that develop them.
Fourteen 'New Garden Villages' were announced in the first round of applications from local authorities that were made in 2016. They are:
- Long Marston in Stratford-on-Avon
- Oxfordshire Cotswold in West Oxfordshire
- Deenethorpe in East Northants
- Culm in Mid Devon
- Welborne near Fareham in Hampshire
- West Carclaze in Cornwall
- Dunton Hills near Brentwood, Essex
- Spitalgate Heath in South Kesteven, Lincolnshire
- Halsnead in Knowsley, Merseyside
- Longcross in Runnymede and Surrey Heath
- Bailrigg in Lancaster
- Infinity Garden Village in South Derbyshire and Derby City area
- St Cuthberts near Carlisle City, Cumbria
- North Cheshire in Cheshire East
The Godstone Village Association (GVA) takes the view that there is no need, and definitely no desire, for a new garden village in Tandridge district. We further take the view that the consultation is fundamentally flawed and designed to obtain a result to suit TDC rather than one to support the community. For reasons that can only be assumed to be financial, TDC want a new garden village, but there is no need for one.
The flawed consultation asks residents of Tandridge to 'choose' between four locations for a new garden village. This will then be used by TDC to say that a particular location was 'selected' by residents. The reality is that there is no option within the consultation to say that a new garden village is not needed. This is the only option that should be considered.
TDC have repeatedly claimed that the government has told them to build 9,400 houses. They haven't. The National Planning Policy Framework only requires them to "identify and update annually a supply of specific deliverable sites sufficient to provide five years worth of housing against their housing requirements with an additional buffer of 5%". Nowhere does it say that the housing requirements should include any allowance for mass inward migration.
TDCs own 'Objectively Assessed Housing Needs' document includes allowance for mass inward migration from Croydon and other parts of London – something TDC has consistently denied. Paragraph 21 of the Department for Communities and Local Government's 'prospectus' document 'Locally-led Garden Villages, Towns and Cities states, "It is important that new garden villages are built as a response to meeting housing needs locally." TDC are failing to comply with this criteria.
Even assuming that TDCs population forecast were accurate, (which it isn't) they have based their housing occupation calculations on 1.6 people per household and not 2.43 people per household which is the national average. There is no demonstrable need for the number of homes that TDC claim they must build.
TDCs 'Objectively Assessed Housing Needs' acknowledges that 65% of movement within Tandridge district over the last 10 years has been inward migration. Taking the TDC inflated population figure of 15,000 and applying this same formula, there would be a need for housing to support a local population increase of 5,250. Apply the national average occupancy level to housing of 2.43 and there is a need for just 2,160 homes over the next 15 years. TDC claim that they have already granted planning permission to 2,400 homes that have not yet been built, so they have already exceeded the actual housing need by 240 homes!
TDC claim that a new garden village will deliver affordable homes. It won't. Paragraph 21 of the Department for Communities and Local Government's 'prospectus' document 'Locally-led Garden Villages, Towns and Cities reads, "High quality starter homes, to be offered at least a 20% discount for young first-time buyers, have a place within well-designed new communities. Like other major developments, it is our intention for new garden villages to be subject to our new statutory requirement in the Housing and Planning Bill, and provide a proportion of starter homes as part of their section 106 agreements (details of which we will be consulting on)." TDC will only provide a proportion of starter homes at a 20% discount on market price. Martin Fisher has relied heavily on his assertion that homes in Tandridge district cost 14 times an average salary – a 20% discount will mean a 'stater home' in his new garden village will cost 11.2 times an average salary – that doesn't mean they will be affordable!
There are many, many other reasons why Tandridge District Council are following a flawed strategy and why they are misleading the public with flagrantly untrue statements. The GVA urges every resident in Tandridge district to write to TDC either by email to or by mail to Tandridge District Council's offices in Oxted and tell them that NO NEW GARDEN VILLAGE IS NEEDED IN TANDRIDGE DISTRICT AND TO CONTINUE WITH THIS FLAWED STRATEGY WILL RESULT IN THE DESTRUCTION OF THE GREEN BELT FOR NO GOOD REASON.


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Goodway Group of Massachusetts was founded in 1970 to serve America's largest defense contractor. Once the defense industry moved out of the region, the company renewed it focus on the High-Tech market that was booming in the region during the 1980's.
By the early 1990s, it was clear that these new tech-focused customers required shorter runs and quicker turnaround times. Goodway Group met these demands by becoming one of the region's early adopters of digital printing technology.
By the new millennium, Goodway Group added variable data printing (VDP), web-based print-on-demand (POD), and mailing and fulfillment, making it a full-service graphic communications provider.
In 2010, Goodway Group acquired the staff and assets of a competitive printing firm and consolidated their operation into the Goodway facility in Burlington. This new venture features the best elements of each firm.
Throughout it all, our dedicated and staff and enhanced capabilities prove time and time again that 'the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.'
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Let's start with the main points that you should consider at an early stage of building site – Google ranking factors relating to the domain name. Have you ever asked yourself the question: "What website domain to choose?". The answer is very simple – of course, SEO friendly! Read the main Google ranking factors which concern domain name.
On-Page SEO Cheat Sheet
It's time to talk about on-page SEO for your blog. I will not be a long story on why it is needed or what is SEO – I think this sounds familiar to you. I would like to describe some of the required steps and to create so-called cheat sheet for bloggers. Let's go!
SEO Chemistry Of SEO Ranking Factors
SEO ranking factors like the chemical formulas and reactions. Mixing different elements we can get different results. As chemistry, SEO is a science with its own rules and laws. Search engines reward pages with the right combination of ranking factors. Below you can see major factors you should seek to have.
Smooth SEO Client Relationship, The Best Tips
This article was written by Eric Lewis from Seo-Vantage. Here is told about how Seo companies should communicate with their seo clients to establish good and strong relationship. This article is indirectly related to blogging and guest blogging, as many of the tactics of building relationships are the same. In the end, to learn something new – you need to go beyond your niche. =)
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When I first told people that I worked in SEO I was greeted by a number of confused faces and some interesting questions. "What is SEO?" "How does it work?" – to be honest I almost got tired of answering the questions and in the wider market SEO isn't that well-known, but the results of SEO are something that we should all sit up and take notice of.
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Last week, the Pre-Trial Chamber of the International Criminal Court issued a decision with important implications for the privileges and immunities of counsel acting at the ICC, and also of ICC staff. In its decision, the Pre-Trial Chamber confirmed that the immunities provided for in Article 48 of the ICC Statute apply to defence counsel and to staff of the ICC involved in the ICC proceedings against Saif Gaddafi. It also held "that the inviolability of documents and materials related to the exercise of the functions of the Defence constitutes an integral part of the treatment that shall be accorded to the Defence pursuant to article 48(4)." This means that these documents may not be seized by States, and in this particular case, the ICC held that Libya is under an obligation to return such seized documents.
The decision arose out of the detention in Libya, last June, of four members of staff of the ICC, including Melinda Taylor a lawyer at the Office of the Public Counsel for Defence (OPCD). The ICC staff were detained by the militia holding Saif Gaddafi (who is represented by the OPCD) when they were in Libya to meet with Saif. At time of the detention, I and others argued that these detained persons were entitled to immunity from criminal process in Libya (see previous post).
There are three interesting points that arise out of this decision. The first relates to the applicability of the Statute (and in particular Art. 48) to Libya. The second relates to which part of Art. 48 applies to defence counsel employed by OPCD. The third, and perhaps most important, point is that the decision implies the applicability of the 2002 Agreement on the Privileges and Immunities of the International Criminal Court to States that have not ratified it.
First, in relying on Article 48, the Pre-Trial Chamber has confirmed the argument that I made at the time that this provision of the Statute is binding on Libya, though Libya is not a party to the Statute and though the Security Council did not say explicitly that the whole Statute is binding on Libya. The explanation for this is that Libya's obligation, under UN Security Council Resolution 1970, is an obligation to cooperate in accordance with the Statute (see previous post).
The second point is that Pre-Trial Chamber relied only on Art. 48(4) which refers to the immunities of "counsel, experts, witnesses or any other person required to be present at the seat of the Court" but did not refer to Art. 48(3) which refers, inter alia, to the immunities of the "staff of the Registry." In my previous post, I had argued that both are applicable to defence counsel provided by the OPCD. This argument is based on the fact that the OPCD is a part of the ICC Registry, though it is independent. The Pre-Trial Chamber decision may be seen as an implicit rejection of the argument I put forward but the Chamber did not elaborate on this. I would like to see an argument that says OPCD lawyers are not part of the registry staff though OPCD is a part of the Registry. The failure to refer to Art. 48(3) is especially curious given that not all of the four detained personnel were part of OPCD. Some were clearly Registry staff. So why not refer to the provision that best fits them?
The third point, and perhaps ultimately the most important, is the fact that the Pre-Trial Chamber not only "noted" 2002 Agreement on the Privileges and Immunities of the International Criminal Court but seemed to apply it. Art. 48 provides that the privileges and immunities it provides for exist "in accordance with the agreement on privileges and immunities of the Court". In its decision, the Pre-Trial Chamber held that:
"in accordance with article 26 of the Agreement on Privileges and Immunities of the International Criminal Court, it is not for this Chamber to determine whether there are grounds for waiving the privileged nature of the Defence documents seized in Zintan."
This suggests that the Chamber took the view that the provisions of the Agreement was determinative. Libya is not a party to this agreement and it seems to me that the only way to argue that the Agreement is determinative is that Art. 48 suggests that it is. But if Art. 48 makes the Agreement on Privileges and Immunities binding on Libya, this suggests that the agreement is also binding for those States party to the Rome Statute, even if they have not ratified the Agreement. Such an argument would be far reaching as it would mean that States are bound by a treaty that they have not ratified. However, it is not easy to see what else Art. 48 of the Rome Statute means when it refers to immunities "in accordance with" the Agreement on Privileges and Immunities.


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Day in the life of a traveling BBQ judge
I awoke early one Saturday morning, ate a banana and had a glass of orange juice, and headed out the door in search of top notch competition barbecue. This quest had me going to Huntsville for the Shotgun Fred's BBQ Showdown. It is the closest Kansas City BBQ Society event of the year, and I was happy it was only a two-hour drive from home. I arrived at 10 a.m. for the judges' meeting and just in time to judge the first side dish – beans. It is an ancillary part of the competition, but still one the cooks take seriously, so the judging is done with the same professionalism as the four main categories. There was one that stood head and shoulders from the rest. It had a good smokiness and just the right amount of bacon. The texture of the beans was silky smooth and it seemed to be every judge's favorite at the table.
At 11 a.m., the main event started with chicken. We received five entries that were thighs and one that was a leg. Overall, the chicken was not strong at my table. The ones that were cooked correctly had so much sauce on them I couldn't taste the meat. The other entries were just subpar for one reason or another. The good news was my favorite category was next – ribs. The rib entries were a mixed bag. There were two really good competition ribs that were cooked properly, two that were chewy and undercooked and two that were tough and overcooked. The good news is the ones that were cooked properly looked perfect and both had great flavor. Overall, a very typical showing in the rib category.
The third category is typically my least favorite – pork. However, I was amazed at the pork entries. All six looked great in the box, cooked well and had great flavor. I gave all 8's and 9's in one category for the first time in my judging career. The interesting thing is there were many different flavor profiles – some savory, some emphasizing the natural sweetness of pork – but all were very tasty and showed each pitmaster's skillset. There were some great examples of money muscle and pulled pork. I would welcome this level of offerings every time I judge.
The final category in the main competition is always brisket. Typically, it is the category I am most critical of, but again, I was pleasantly surprised by a couple of the entries. In fact, I gave my first all 9's to a brisket entry in a KCBS event. It was not the best brisket I have ever tasted, but it was a close-to-perfect competition entry. The presentation was flawless, as was the doneness of the meat. The flavor was spot on as well. I knew before I bit into the slice if I gave it a 9 it would be my first ever-perfect score, but there were no weaknesses. It was a very savory slice with a nice balance of salt and pepper. Not sure I would want to eat an entire plate of it, but for "one bite barbecue," it was darn near flawless.
Thankfully my table did not get drawn for the desert judging, as I was already past my comfort level and still had to make it back that afternoon without falling asleep at the wheel. Fortunately, I did make it home by 5 p.m. to enjoy a nice sunset with my family and neighbors … happily skipping dinner.
Patrick Bell can be reached at patbell [at] bar-b-curious [dot] com.


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Posts Tagged 'antioxidant'
Depleted, moody and aging? Nature has your back! Get ready to learn the top 5 health-revolutionizing reasons to take He Shou Wu!
He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiform) is a root that has been used for at least 1400 years in Asia, is one of the most famous herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Taoist Tonic Herbalism, and is revered for its anti-aging and longevity promoting benefits.**
He What Who? How do you pronounce this sacred herb? Don't worry if your tongue slipped, there is no one right way to pronounce it – it depends on your dialect and accent. An approximately pronounced 'Huh Show Woo' will work just finely. Now say that 5 times fast! All silliness aside, the best way to study and memorize the effects (and the names) of herbs is to take them. Being a gastronaut is an educational process.
He Shou Wu is similarly as heart-healthy and massively rejuvenating as red wine's resveratrol, only STRONGER!
Its main active constituents are its stilbene glycosides. Many of these stilbenes are more powerful antioxidants than resveratrol. Protect and repair the body from free radical damage and restore the sense of youth that is your birthright.**
It's commonly known in Asia as the herb to take for naturally reversing gray hair and restoring hair color.
There is no one exact reason why many people report these benefits – He Shou Wu has many nutrients and overall effects that lead to healthier hair follicles, including its trace mineral content (zinc, iron, and many others), ability to help restore the adrenals, rich antioxidant content, and stress reducing capacity.**
Above: Sliced, prepared and dried He Shou Wu roots
Not only does He Shou Wu contain potent antioxidants, it is also an antioxidant-potentiator.
SOD (superoxide dismutase) is an antioxidant enzyme that blocks your cells and your DNA from mutagenic damage from oxygen, free radicals and radioactive isotopes – all common and pervasive oxidants to which we are each exposed.** He Shou Wu has been shown to have SOD-generating capacity. Want a healthy mind and a long living body (I mean looooooooooong living body!), then nourish your body's ability to circulate SOD.
He Shou Wu is nature's ecstasy.
He Shou Wu contains MAO-Is (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) – specifically inhibitors of MAO-B. MAO-B is a naturally occurring enzyme in your body that breaks down neurotransmitters like dopamine (good mood and energy) and phenethylamines (the 'love chemicals'). Since we tend to come from a background of not having quite enough of these happy neurotransmitters, our body may be breaking these essential chemicals down too much for our own good and sustainable energy and happiness. Taking He Shou Wu is an effective strategy at perfecting the way our brain and nervous system (and our experience of reality) work. MAOI's occur in other plants like chocolate, but He Shou Wu is considered the most powerful MAO-B inhibitor that is safe and effective for daily use.**
He Shou Wu is also a potent sexual health restoring substance and makes the perfect bliss-inducing aphrodisiac for both men and women.**
He Shou Wu is a true adaptogen. It is uplifting yet calming to both body and mind.
He Shou Wu is neither a stimulant nor a suppressant, but rather it gives your body the restorative energy it needs to combat stress.** You feel it right away but it also works on you cumulatively over time. It's a beautiful experience to take an herb like He Shou Wu and feel gently uplifted in the body and calm and clear in the mind. This makes He Shou Wu perfect in the morning, perfect in the evening, perfect any time! In Chinese Medicine it is considered a tonic to 'Yin Jing' and 'Blood' which makes it suitable for just about everybody as a reliable way of stabilizing and thoroughly nourishing the body near daily.
All the effects listed above only apply to well-extracted prepared He Shou Wu.
Raw (unprepared) He Shou Wu is not a true tonic and is considered a laxative and mildly toxic. It has its place in tonic herbalism – usually in small amounts in certain herbal formulas. Be aware of sellers of He Shou Wu who are selling raw He Shou Wu as a tonic – they may not know any better. Here at Longevity Power we only use Prepared He Shou Wu in our formulas.
Prepared He Shou Wu is prepared by being stewed with black beans (or sometimes yams) at a ratio of about 9 parts He Shou Wu roots and 1 part black beans. Be aware of sellers who may be using genetically modified (GMO) soy beans. Here at Longevity Power we only use NON-GMO black soybeans to prepare our He Shou Wu.
He Shou Wu must be well-extracted. Pouring hot water over roots and briefly steeping does not work (this only works with delicate leafy plants like green tea or gynostemma). Prepared He Shou Wu must be decocted in hot water for hours to unlock the active nutrients from the fiber of the root and dissolve them into the water. Here at Longevity Power we take things to a whole new level and decoct using pressure reiteration to further break open the roots' cell structure and dissolve the active nutrients into sub-boiling (<90*C – better for preserving heat-sensitive nutrients) pure water. We take this water extract and dehydrate it into a malty-tasting water-soluble brown powder. It takes about 16 pound of dried Prepared He Shou Wu roots to make 1 pound of our dried extract. Our Prepared He Shou Wu Extract Powder contains about 8% stilbene glycosides (the resveratrol-like antioxidants described in reason #5 above).
I hope this article brings you clarity and upliftment on your path of health. Please consider taking He Shou Wu as your next healing strategy – add it to your very important life.
-Christian Bates
Founder and Formulator, Longevity Power
**Disclaimer: Results may vary from individual to individual, based on health conditions, diet, weight, physical exercise and lifestyle habits. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, and are for informational and educational use only. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Individuals taking medications and those with known medical conditions, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, should consult with their holistic physician before using these or any nutritional products.
In this article, not only will you discover 2 of the world's greatest immune strengthening herbs, you'll find what they contain: an immensely important category of nutrients that governments don't mention in their Recommended Dietary Allowance, but are very important for our health.
We often think of our body as this unit which needs certain minimums of macronutrients and micronutrients.
But, it is a whole unit made up of interconnected parts: each part thrives on an array of notable nutrients.
It's strange: Many of these body parts and systems are just not talked about with regard to our daily diet. Each system of your body has spent a lifetime malnourished (sorry but it's true – continue reading and we can change this quickly!) due to the modern westernized diet which lacks variety, trace minerals, medicinal substances, and is loaded with toxins.
Let's get right up close to the most important system in your body today: your IMMUNE SYSTEM.
Some might say it's tied in 1st place with your endocrine (hormones) system.
This complex army needs to be fed daily to fulfill its lifelong double-sided challenge:
1. How to neutralize pathogens: because to not means the body is in a Hypo-Immunological state, susceptible to colds, flues, candida overgrowth and more severe disease-causing pathogens.
2. How to efficiently rid the body of (while remaining "cool") toxins and allergens: because to not means the body is in a HYPER-immune state, causing inflammation and autoimmune takeover.**
Every moment your body has a new micro-terrain of pathogens, allergens, and toxins to deal with, so your immune system must be able to fulfill both ends of the spectrum (Do: attack foreign invaders; Do not attack human self) without going out of balance (hypo and hyper).
Great, we'll just take some immune-stimulating drugs and some immune-suppressants, and we'll be balanced, right? NO! Thankfully, nature found a way: We must consume natural substances which have a DOUBLE-DIRECTIONAL effect on the immune system. Did you feed your immune system today?
ENTER: Medicinal mushrooms and adaptogenic herbs – most notable the top dogs of the fungi kingdom Reishi mushroom and Chaga mushroom. Hundreds upon hundreds of scientific studies, thousands of years and millions of people's multi-generational use has placed these 2 mushrooms as the most successful immune system enhancements of humanity.**
Should everyone be consuming Reishi and Chaga everyday for a robust immune system, long life, mental calm and clarity, and peak physical performance? Read on to decide for yourself.
There is a category of nutrients that is NOT represented in a government's Recommended Dietary Allowance: the polysaccharides.
Polysaccharides (multi-carbohydrate) aren't just fiber – many of these "essential healing sugars," like beta-glucans, have complex structures that fit into the receptor sites of your immune system and train the immune system to do a better job. Countless studies have demonstrated that polysaccharides and herb extracts and superfood extracts high in polysaccharides promote a revitalizing amount of immune system support to humans and animals, help fight off mutagens and disease, and promote a healthy homeostasis within the body.**
Medicinal mushrooms (Reishi, Chaga, Turkey-Tail, Cordyceps, Royal Sun Agaricus, Shiitake, Lion's Mane, Maitake, etc.) are the quintessential source of polysaccharides. Reishi and Chaga are considered the world's greatest mushrooms. Therefore, anyone interested in the immunological and revitalizing benefits of polysaccharides should go to extracts of these two mushrooms first and consume them every day.
What really makes these herbs over the top is that they are truly tonics: you can take them daily with no negative side effects. They work immediately and cumulatively over a lifetime.
Reishi is the Queen of mushrooms and Chaga is King.
Both are considered the mushrooms of immortality within the legend and lore of Chinese Medicine, specifically Taoist Tonic Herbalism, as well as in Siberian tradition.
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), after inoculating a tree or medium of dead plant matter with its mycelial growth, produces a beautiful shiny red fruitbody. The fruitbody (literally the fungi's reproductive organ) and the spores it secretes are LOADED with polysaccharides and rare myco-chemicals that feed the immune system.
The subjective effect of reishi is particularly calming while deeply energizing. That isn't an oxymoronic statement. The best foods and herbs in the world should make you feel that way: deeply energized (without feeling stimulated), mentally nourished and relaxed.
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) prefers to inoculate living trees, usually birch, in a mostly symbiotic (arguably not parasitic or decomposing) relationship. Chaga is rich in polysaccharides and has countless Russian scientific studies to back its effects. Chaga is darkly pigmented with an ORAC (antioxidant scale) off the charts. It is perhaps the highest antioxidant herb ever that is safe to consume daily.
Both mushrooms are polypores, a variety of mushrooms which have tiny holes (or poly-pores) on their underside (instead of gills) which secrete spores. Within the herb-loving and myco-phile world, polypores are considered very evolved and benevolent mushrooms (compared to mildews and yeasts).
They don't feed Candida overgrowth – unlike the fallacies you may have heard.
In order for a mushroom to survive in the wild and claim a tree for itself, it must have anti-fungal properties to compete with the other fungi. A pure extract of Reishi and Chaga has nothing in it to feed candida overgrowth or other fungal infections – it can only fend off such overgrowths in the body.
It's ideal for just about everyone to consume Reishi and Chaga every day for a robust immune system, long life, mental calm and clarity, and peak physical performance.**
Speaking of such benefits, I'd like to share with you my top 2 sources for these top 2 immune strengthening medicinal mushrooms.
You see, I've dedicated my life to this area of study. I search the world to find only the best of the best, elite-quality, and most potent healing substances possible. Herbs for connoisseurs made by connoisseurs. In the past 10 years, I've tried countless Reishi and Chaga products – and let me tell you – most of them are made cheaply and are not very potent! However, I know for certain that I now have the absolute best: Medicinal mushroom extracts that meet and exceed the specifications that all the medicinal research and scientific studies use.
I've carefully chosen powerful doses of my signature…
Freeze-dried wilderness-sourced low-temperature high-superoxid-dismutase (SOD) Chaga freeze-dried extract!
and my
100% Certified Organic JUNCAO (method of growing mushrooms on an outdoor composted substrate of up to 40 different herbs and grasses – NOT on logs or sawdust) Reishi fruit body triple-hot-water-extract and cracked-cell-wall spores.
These are the heavy hitters. But I take the application strategy of these extracts to an even greater level. I synergies them with other same-high-quality medicinal mushroom and tonic herb extracts in my 2 favorite immunity and mental clarity products:
Mushroom Immunity: Over half the formula is Chaga and Reishi. The other half is 32 other extremely potent medicinal mushroom extracts and concentrates. That's 35 medicinal mushrooms in 1 easy to take formula. It's a water-soluble dark powder with a mocha-like taste – delicious! Grab yourself a bottle HERE. It's ideal for us humans to consume Reishi and Chaga near daily for a robust immune system, long life, mental calm and clarity, and peak physical performance.
Longevity in a Bottle: About a 1/4th of this 40-herb formula is medical mushrooms. The other 3/4ths are a huge array of tonic roots, berries, and plants with more of that great immune-strengthening nutrient category: the polysaccharides. Build resilience to stress and massively revitalize your body without have to buy 30 different products. Achieve your next-level health goals with 1 quick and easy tool with thousands of years of medicinal culture behind it: Longevity in a Bottle – grab yourself a bottle HERE.
To your greatest state of health possible,
**Disclaimer: Results may vary from individual to individual, based on health conditions, diet, weight, physical exercise and lifestyle habits. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, and are for informational and educational use only. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Individuals taking medications and those with known medical conditions, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, should consult with their holistic physician before using these or any nutritional products. You assume all risks for the use, non-use, and mis-use of the materials above. Your healing powers are alive within you. Thank you.


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Hepsia CP with unlimited domains and no root access in VPS Servers
Hepsia is the Control Panel supplied with our shared Internet hosting packages, but we've decided to add it among the Control Panels that are offered with the VPS server plans also, so as to give you the opportunity to take advantage of the VPS's resources even in the event that you do not have preceding experience or technical expertise. Certainly, controlling a VPS with Hepsia is pretty much the same as managing a shared account and you can manage plan renewals, domain address registrations, payment invoices, databases, e-mails and statistics from just one place. You shall also be able to manage your content via SSH if required, though the command line options that you will have will be more limited. A Hepsia-equipped VPS integrates easy management with the processing power which a virtual hosting server gives.
Hepsia CP with unlimited domains and no root access in Dedicated Servers
You shall be able to select the Hepsia hosting Control Panel if you order any one of our dedicated web hosting plans. This shall enable you to take advantage of the system resources that you shall have readily available and to manage everything with ease through an intuitive web interface. Hepsia is the exact same CP that comes with our shared hosting solutions, so managing your dedicated server will not be much different. You shall be able to host as many domains as you want and to manage them all effortlessly with the same Control Panel along with everything else related to your web presence - web server renewal payments, DNS records, support tickets, etcetera. You shall be able to connect to the dedicated server using SSH and to perform a number of things, though the root access will be more limited compared to a hosting server with a different Control Panel, but if you don't have any practical experience, you shall be able to do everything via Hepsia.


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Surge Lunch - April 2017 - Creativity vs. Consistency/
Creativity vs. Consistency
One of the most significant tensions that leaders must manage is that balance between creativity and consistency. On one hand, we were created in the image of a creative God who invites us to engage the complex problems of the world with creativity. On the other hand, God is faithful, unchanging, and consistent. We display his character when our work is marked by a long obedience in the same direction.
For the April Surge lunch, we will explore the tension between creativity and consistency, we will address questions such as:
- When do you choose creativity? When do you choose consistency?
- How do we cultivate a creative mindset in life and leadership?
- How can we approach problem-solving with greater imagination?
- How does the Gospel sustain faithfulness in a world that esteems newness?
Join us for a free meal, time of fellowship, panel discussion and an important conversation about the tension between creativity and consistency.
Speaker: Ken Wytsma
Ken Wytsma is a leader, innovator, and social entrepreneur respected for his insight and collaborative spirit. He is the president of Kilns College, where he teaches courses on philosophy and justice. He is the founder of The Justice Conference—an annual international conference that introduces men and women to a wide range of organizations and conversations relating to biblical justice and God's call to give our lives away.
Ken is a consultant and creative advisor to nonprofits and a sought after speaker on justice, church, and culture. A church planter and lead pastor at Antioch Church, Ken lives in Bend, Oregon, with his wife, Tamara, and their four daughters.
Ken's is the author of, Pursuing Justice: The Call to Live and Die for Bigger Things, The Grand Paradox: The Messiness of Life, the Mystery of God and the Necessity of Faith, and Create vs. Copy: Embrace Change. Ignite Creativity. Break Through with Imagination.


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We're always excited to hear from entrepreneurs who are tackling big problems, but the best way to get a meeting is to be introduced through someone we trust. This includes other investors, founders that we have invested in and other groups or incubators that we work closely with (for example BlueChilli and Innovation Bay).
If you do want to get in touch please email us at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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545 South Clarence Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Located in Downtown Los Angeles just outside of the Arts District, Hubble Studio is a 4,000+-sf space available for film and television production use. Its Stage 1 has polished concrete floors and two skylights. There is a production loft overlooking the entire stage as well as surround sound Bose music speakers. Productions are also welcome to use the small soundstage located backstage. This soundstage has a grid, a television, and a private bathroom. There are two custom-designed VIP rooms. Each green room is equipped with a small fridge and a television. There is a makeup & hair studio with three built-in glamour stations, lights and a clothing rack. Onsite parking is available to filmmakers using Hubble Studio, including the outdoor patio space. Stage 2, currently under preparation, will be available in Spring 2017.


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Welcome to Weird Science DC Comics, the DC Comics site for the common man and woman. We're not high falutin, just a bunch of dummies who love comics just like you...we just spend an insane amount of time working on this site for no pay. I told you...dummies! So, sit a spell and read our Reviews, News and Articles and if you are really brave, listen to the Weird Science DC Comics Podcast. We triple dog dare you!
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Batgirl and the Birds of Prey #10 Review and *SPOILERS*
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Great review as always, all though I have to disagree with you about the art (to a certain extent). While most of the cast looks great, I can't STAND the fucking Burnside Batgirl look and how she's written. I just couldn't take seeing such an amazing, intellectual that had a deep history and characterization in her early 20's turned into a 15 or 16 year old looking air headed fucktard. Anyway, rant overReplyDelete
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People Artists: Drawing Out the Best in Others at Work
by David Zinger | Posted | Leadership
When people first hear the term "people artist" in relation to work, they're curious. What does art have to do with work? What does it mean to be a people artist?
Peter W. Hart and I co-wrote, "People Artists: Drawing Out the Best in Others at Work." We believe it's imperative to bring artistry to our work.
Henry Mintzberg declared management needs: "...the order of science, while being rooted in the practicality of craft, with some of the zest of art."
Denise Bissonnette, one of the people artists we interviewed for the book, stated, "It's not the nature of an activity that makes it art: it's how we approach the task. From this broader definition, the path of the artist is available to us all every day, in every domain of our lives."
Our book brings you both zest and tools to follow the neglected path of drawing out the best in others. Here are some frequently asked question about the book.
Where did the term "people artist" originate?
Peter W. Hart is the CEO of Rideau Recognition Solutions and a well-established artist with a gallery in Old Montreal. I had been watching him work in his art studio and from there we went to his workplace with over 200 employees.
As I watched him work with paint then people, I witnessed his ability to use color to bring out the best from a canvas and to use acknowledgement, appreciation, and recognition to bring out the best in the people at work.
I said, "Peter, you're an artist but you're also a people artist, your workplace is your studio, people are your medium and your canvas is filled with recognition, connection and engagement."
Okay, so Peter may be a "people artist", but what about the rest of us?
We believe anyone can be a people artist. Some of us may find it easier, but people artistry is a skill you develop, not a special talent or gift of a chosen few.
Our book points you in the right direction and offers you twenty practices based on your heart, ears, eyes, lips and hands. These five core human tools enable us to care, to listen, to see, to voice, and to give.
Why do we need people artistry when we already have human resources?
People artistry is our plea to focus on the person, not a human resource. People are not resources that should just be managed; they are people we work with every day.
People artistry doesn't reside in a specific department or
area of the business; it needs to touch every person from co-workers and people
we manage, to cleaning staff and security guards.
We trust that after reading "People Artists," you'll personalize your approach to work. Think of being a people artist as your way to repay the debt to someone who brought out the best in you.
Yes, debt.
Everyone I ask has been able to identify another person, and often many people, who brought out the best in them in their life and career.
I encourage you to pause and think right now about who brought out the best in you. You owe it to that person to now spread the artistry by bringing out the best in someone else.
How do I practice people artistry?
People artists use their heart, ears, eyes, lips, and hands to bring out the best in others.
You don't find people artistry inside a policy manual, you find it inside yourself and then move it outside of yourself to give to others.
Why is the book so brief?
Books on leadership, engagement, recognition, and work need to be short. Who has time or energy for a 300-page leadership book and how often do you find authors repeating themselves again and again as you get past page 50?
Our book is under fifty pages. Yet it contains, eighteen full page paintings, ten chapters with insights and stories from thirty-nine people artists, a 25-question self-assessment, and twenty practices to transform your reading into artistry.
We want to encourage and enable you as quickly as we can to be a people artist, using the book as a launching pad to express your artistry in the workplace. People artistry is about reading people, not books, and enlivening and ennobling other people's character, abilities, strengths, and contributions.
Who should read this book?
We want managers and leaders to read this book as they transform disengagement and drudgery and perform a daily work of art with people at the forefront of their organization or business.
It was an honor to share the first copies of "People Artists" with attendees at the Halogen Customer Conference in Ottawa this past September. I conducted a session called "The Pyramid of Employee Engagement" and offered some copies to participants at the end of the session. I was overwhelmed when 36 people from a small breakout session lined up to acquire an autographed copy.
What can I do today?
Peter and I would love you to buy the book as a gift for all your leaders or managers.
Sign the inside cover yourself and give it to each of your managers and leaders to encourage them to make your workplace a canvas of recognition and results.
If this appeals to you, I invite you to email me directly. If you order 10 or more copies of the book, we'll reduce the price from $19.95 to $14.95. Email me at: firstname.lastname@example.com to find out more.
Don't settle for complacency and a lack of connection at work. The last words on people artistry belong to Vincent Miholic, one of the people artists we interviewed for the book: "Satisfaction is an example of complacency; engagement is an example of artistry."


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Assaff Weisman
Pianist Assaff Weisman's performances have taken him to some of the major venues in Europe, the Middle East and the Americas, from Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall in New York, to Beijing's Forbidden City Concert Hall. He is a founding member and the Executive Director of the award-winning Israeli Chamber Project, a mixed-instrument ensemble that performs in major concert halls, as well as for underserved communities in Israel and North and America and offers lessons and masterclasses to students who would not otherwise have the opportunity to study with internationally-touring musicians. Weisman is a graduate of the Juilliard School where he studied with Herbert Stessin, and where he is a member of the Evening Division piano faculty. Weisman is a Yamaha Artist.
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I feel better than before, but ever since I lost my dog there has been a shadow on my soul. Will it ever get completely better?
Shadow on My Soul August 25, 2013
Love From Afar July 1, 2013
I finally did something I have dreaded. In fact, I put it off for two weeks. Each time I thought of doing it, I found some great excuse not to. And I feel bad, REALLY bad, for having those feelings of dread. Guilt racks my body when I think of it. But, it is what it is, and I feel how I feel, right?
I finally called my mother.
I know how that sounds. It sounds like I am a horrible daughter (and I can be), or that she is a horrible mother (she can be). But I am trying to be transparently honest here in bloggo land, so here is the truth: I didn't want to call her because of Riley.
My parents are not "dog people". They both know how I am about animals because I've been that way my entire life. Every stray dog that came through the neighborhood got a good meal, de-ticked, a good bath, and a good dose of attention from me. Every time I begged to keep the dog, and every time the answer was no. I'm also the kid who found a wounded bat and kept it as a pet until my mom found out. As well as a bullfrog, various lizards, cats…..you get the picture. I'm crazy about animals and would live on a farm if I could.
My parents also knew how much Riley meant to me. I had my daughter email them when he died because I knew I could not carry on a normal conversation with anyone at that time. (Neither could she; that's why she emailed). I also knew that my mom, who is well-known for having no tact, would piss me off. And of course, she did.
Some of her comments: " He's just a dog. Get over it already." "What did you expect? He was sick. Didn't you know it?" "You got another one of the same breed? What is wrong with you?" "You always acted stupid about animals anyway. You shouldn't have any."
I love my mom. I do have a love-hate relationship with her, though. This is the same woman who accused me of lying when I told her I was molested as a child. She also thinks J should "get over it"….in other words, get over bipolar.
My parents are old. I know I will be devastated when something happens to them. But most days, I have to love them from afar.
Meet Our Fur Ball, Tucker June 26, 2013
Meet Tucker. He is a Shih Tzu just like Sophie, and just like Riley was. He is adorable and has a sweet nature, but is feisty enough to hold his own with the "grand-pups" when they come over. I think it is okay that I am not bonding with him right away like I have my other dogs; he seems to like hubs, and they have bonded nicely. I'm fine with that; I just want the little guy to have the love he deserves. It's not that I don't like him; I really do. I just know my heart is not in it. I will grow to love him more because that is my nature; I am and always will be an animal lover.
Sophie is still avoiding Tucker. We are trying to help her out of her depression. The vet said to give her time, and to make sure she gets to do some favorite things. I bought her favorite chew toy today, and she got to go for not one, but TWO rides in the car. She seems content at the moment. As I am typing this, she is lying beside me chewing her toy. Tucker is playing on the floor with hubs, playing tug-of-war.
As for me, I had to get out of the house today. I got up early and went grocery shopping (I know, not exciting, but it gave me something to think about). At 10:00 I broke down. Riley died at 10:00 a week ago today. I also cried when it thundered because Riley was scared of thunder. After multiple breakdowns, we decided I needed a distraction so hubs took me to see a movie and then we went out to eat. It did help, so at the moment I feel more peaceful than I did earlier.
I've tried doing art, but it all turns to shit. I cannot force it; art (or writing, for that matter) has to come from somewhere deep inside. Even my photographs seem flat. Hopefully I will find that spark again, because it is the best emotional release I have.
New Puppy June 25, 2013
Yesterday, hubs took me to get a new puppy. I went to Riley's grave and cried before we left. We went to look at one puppy and ended up coming home with his brother. He is the same breed, but looks nothing like Riley. I made sure of it.
He is a sweet, energetic little black fur-ball. I enjoy him, but I have no emotional ties to him. I pray that changes. As I sit in the floor and play with him, I cry because I miss Riley so much.
The puppy is a distraction. He takes constant supervision, as most pups do. My house is mostly puppy-proof, so I just close bedroom doors and he follows me around. Soph sits on the couch and watches him play.
I know I've fallen over another edge of depression; I can feel the tumble, yet I am helpless. I almost welcome it. Sophie, Riley's female companion, is just as depressed. She is barely eating and will not come near the new pup. I hold her and we both watch the puppy while we mourn.
Today June 23, 2013
Today was the hardest day since the day Riley died. No particular reason; just a really, really hard day. I've cried so much I look like I was beaten in the face.
If you are not a dog person, you don't get it. He was my little boy, my constant companion. If you averaged the time I spent with humans and the time I spent with my two dogs, I know for a fact I spent much more time with the dogs. He slept beside me at night, curled up under my left arm. If I rolled over, I felt his little fur weight pressed against my back. In the morning, he followed me to the bathroom, waiting patiently until I finished so he could be let out for his turn. If he got scared, he ran to my arms. He greeted me at the door every single day, joyful and happy that I came home again. If I went out-of-town, he moped and refused to eat until I returned. He loved to play ball, and would let me work on the computer for just so long before he insisted that I take a break and play with him.
Dogs have always had my heart. Riley came into my life when my girls went away to college and I felt so lonely. Hubs works 12 hour shifts so I am home alone a lot, especially in the summer. Not long after that was when J started the first downward slide of bipolar, addictions, and disorders. It was a hard time for hubs and I, and it drove us apart for a while. Mental illness is not understood by the general public, as you all know, so I had no one. Except Riley. He was not a trained therapy dog, but he might as well have been. When I cried, he stayed by me, licking my tears as they streamed down my face. When I calmed down, he would gently bring me his favorite ball and look at me with those huge, understanding eyes. God how I miss those eyes.
Hubs called to check on me today. I can hear in his voice how worried he is about me. He knows my tendency toward depression, and that in recent years it has gotten worse each time. He wants to go get a new puppy tomorrow. My first reaction was NO, but it's not to replace Riley. That will never happen. But our little girl, Soph, is out of sorts and so lonely now. And if we get a puppy, it needs to be in the summer when I can train it. I'm just not sure I'm ready for that. Hubs is just trying to stop my downward slide, I realize that. It is so sweet. I'm just not sure.
Early Morning Aloneness February 10, 2013
I'm living in the moment and the moment is nice.
It's early morning here, too early for ME to be up on a Sunday when I could sleep in. I awake to the feel of Riley's warm body pressed close to me. I feel Sophie, his "lady" and my darling little girl, snuggled against my leg. Soft snores rise from hubs, and I am warm and cozy beneath my blanket. But, I am awake, and as often happens, nature calls. So I leave the comfort of my nest with my pups at my heels.
After a quick stop in the bathroom, we all three pad down the hall and into the kitchen. I turn on the day's first pot of coffee and take the pups outside. Lucky for me, I have a fenced yard where they can roam freely. Sophie doesn't like the cold and must be enticed to go out. I remain vigilant over my little man, so I stand on the back porch and shiver in the cold while he takes care of his business. A few minutes later we are all back in the warmth of the kitchen as I pour my first cup of steaming black coffee.
In the living room we settle into our normal positions: me, computer on my lap and mug in my hand, with Sophie curled on the arm of the love seat against my left side. Riley settles against my hip on the right. Today I feel his trembles. It is, I hope, a side effect of the new medication that will soon pass. He remains slightly disoriented and dazed, but seems fine otherwise. The medicine makes him drowsy, so he settles in for a snooze as I check my email and Facebook.
At 6:00 I disturb their slumber, but it is time for Riley's medication. J forgot to buy canned dog food, so I get pieces of a hot dog. They each get two bites, Riley's with his medication smuggled inside. The new pill is very large, so I watch to make sure it goes down. I write a note on the never-ending list on the notepad beside the refrigerator to remind myself to get the canned dog food. Breakfast is next, so I scoop two bowls of Pedigree's finest into first one then the other bowl. Riley and Sophie sniff at each bowl and walk away, unimpressed. Riley walks into the living room and lifts his leg as he urinates on the blanket dangling from the ottoman. This is something he's not done since being a young pup and I stare, momentarily shocked. When I move, it is to push, rather than spank, his hind quarters. He looks confused. I take him outside again, where he finishes his business. Back inside, he watches me closely as I scrub the ottoman and rug. He follows me as I toss the blanket into the washing machine and begin the first of many loads I need to complete today.
While up, I pour another mug of coffee. Back to the sofa, parade style, me in the lead and the two dogs following close behind. This time, Riley settles on the couch, choosing the end closest to me and he circles until it is just right. I hear a contented sigh as he relaxes again. Sophie waits patiently for me to get comfortable. I curl my legs up beneath me and place my computer lap-desk across my thighs. My coffee is within easy reach on the end table to my left. I pat the padded arm of the love seat to let Sophie know I am ready, and she leaps into her position and settles in.
I can see the kitchen window from my position here on the love seat and the day is brightening. Soon, the others in my home will wake up and join me, but for now, I am content in the comfort of my early morning aloneness.
Home February 9, 2013
My sweet little man is home and doing well. My heart is full.


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Coffee house supervisor duties vary depending on the location, size of the shop and responsibilities. Smaller shops often have one supervisor who oversees all aspects of the operation, while others have multiple managers who share duties. Regardless, some common duties are filled by supervisors at most shops.
Hiring and Training
Coffee house supervisors typically hire, train, manage and possibly terminate staff. They may oversee application materials, interview candidates and contact new hires. Supervisors train staff members to use equipment and teach their employees procedures to help customers. Over time, supervisors coach and development employees, but may have to fire those who under perform or can't do the work.
Scheduling staff is a key supervisory duty because controlling labor costs is critical in small retail businesses. Small shops often require just one to two workers throughout the day. Larger shops may have several people working during prime shifts. The supervisor must know the prime times throughout the week when the most coverage is needed. She may schedule the best employees during peak times to create the best customer experience. Many supervisors cover shifts themselves and must schedule their own work hours.
Customer Service
The supervisor is ultimately responsible for customer satisfaction, whether or not she has a significant hands-on role. She must train employees on customer service standards and follow up on customer complaints. Some shops feature customer comment boxes where customers can provide specific details about their experiences in the shop. A supervisor makes necessary adjustments to menus, the service process or staff to optimize the customer experience.
On the operational side, a coffee shop supervisor is typically responsible for budgeting and efficient resource utilization. He may order the equipment and supplies needed for the store, manage payroll and tally sales. Keeping costs to a minimum is vital to a profitable coffee shop because each sale is typically below $10. Successful supervisors use software programs to schedule employees and monitor supplies to moderate costs.
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It is official: Current season of PSYCH will be the last.
After eight fun seasons, PSYCH is coming to an end. After months of speculation. USA confirmed it, PSYCH will end after the eighth and current season. What started out as a silly, fun crime series has managed to develop a fine mix of humor and wit, often playing homage to crime dramas of the past.
"Psych has made an indelible imprint on the television landscape, with a unique brand of comedy," said USA President Chris McCumber . "The final season celebrates the iconic characters that have made this show so beloved, and will be an exclamation point on the series' incredible run."
Dru Hill and James Roday posted this video earlier today:
PSYCH returns on Feb 26th with the final five episodes.


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What if you could deform and reshape the world itself?
Semblance is a innovative platformer with deformable terrain, set in a beautiful minimalist world. It's a game that asks, what if you could deform and reshape the world itself? Semblance takes the idea of a 'platform' in a platformer and turns it on it's head. What if platforms were actually part of the gameplay, part of the way you solved problems?
Explore a world where the default is soft, where the property of 'hardness' doesn't exist. Each of the game's three worlds explore a new consequence of a planet that can shift, change and deform. Beat back the strange, crystalline infection of hard material by freeing the world's life essences and uncover the dark cause for its appearance.
Unique and innovative deforming platform gameplay:
Can't reach a collectible? Just deform and elevate a piece of the ground so that the point you jump from is higher. Nasty spikes in the way? Just deform and push-down the ground lower so that you can pass by. Squish, bounce, squash and transform the world- and yourself to solve problems.
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Explore 3 worlds bursting with colorful minimalist charm, quirky critters, and calming vistas. Become hypnotized by each world's dynamically layered score, each with a hint of African aural distinction.
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The game allows you to move between puzzles as you wish, never forcing you to find a solution in order to progress and enabling you to come back later. Similarly, the game's narrative is presented expansively, allowing you to explore- and piece together the story for yourself as you roam the game.
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Estate planning Betty White style.
It is common for me to talk to someone about updating their will or getting a health care power of attorney in place, and then not hear from them for months or even years. Most people don't want to deal with the subject of their own mortality. They don't want to think about not being able to take care of themselves. It's understandable.
We'd all like to think we'll grow old like Betty White. Fabulous and functioning well beyond the norm.
While this is a great attitude to have and an even better goal, no one knows exactly what is in store. After helping someone with their estate plan, the common response is....wait for it...relief. All the pressure is gone. All the wondering and concern is just gone. It is such a weight lifted off their minds. Think about it. How many times a month, or a week, or a day, do you consider needing to get your affairs in order. Do you have loose ends that you could forget about if you just took care of them? This is your sign to do something about it.
So just do it. And live your wonderful, fabulous Betty White life.


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After spending a week in the Vosges, I feel so incredibly refreshed and happy! I had an amazing, amazing, time there – it was difficult to leave. The family I stayed with was absolutely incredible, I will give many more details later…
In other news, I got my bike set up today! Not only does this mean shorter trips to the grocery store, but also something to do on my weekends in Verdun! Riding through the countryside! (Dad can you send me some of your spandex bodysuits??) Today I just rode my blue racing bike everywhere to show it off. Please leave comments with ideas for a fabulous French name. My friend's bike is already called Bertrand, so you have to really get creative.
Tonight, I am headed off (midnight express thanks to the greve) to Reims, the capital of Champagne. Did you know that Reims is pronounced RANCE? With a powerful breathy French R? As in, rhyming with FRANCE! Oh silly French people J
I am actually braving another new method of unconventional travel; couch surfing. You know, when you sleep on a stranger's couch, and in exchange you offer cultural exchanges through intellectual conversation, food, and fun! Armed with Halloween goodies – maybe we'll do a little champagne/candy pairing? I'm also hoping to sell my soul for a job as a tour guide in a champagne house this summer. A girls gotta have dreams!
I leave you with some tree-hugging-yoga-loving-green-crunchy-granola zen inspiration for your weekend, reflections of my trip. Don't worry – my emo side only comes out to play when the sass is napping.
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Take your expert goggles offby SamuelWood on 08/28/2015
The common issue that's rarely spoken about. At first I wasn't going to post this because I wasn't quite sure how to tie it all together.
So recently I realised I know quite a few ridiculously talented individuals who tend to undervalue their skill in relation to others.. e.g. they view their skill as 'common sense'.
This causes people to dramatically undervalue what they are bringing to the table. I've coined the term "Expert Goggles". This is looking at things from your industries perspective rather than your customers perspective (the average joe).
The thing everyone forgets is that being an "expert" is all relative. A person who uses social media every day may not be an expert when compared to someone who works in the social media industry. However it can be argued that the same person could be considered an expert when compared to someone who is computer illiterate.
"When you've been doing something for so long that it's now second nature, you tend to take it for granted."
The thing to note here is that you only have to be marginally better than someone else to offer them a service they will be happy to pay for. Expert Goggles occur when people overlook this fact and always try to impress people who are at a similar or higher level to themselves. This leads to someone not having confidence in the service they're offering.
"This is where you have a sick talent that your customers value… but you look at that skill as common sense because you know people who are far better than yourself in your industry."
"The more you know, the more you know what you don't know"
As you get better and better in your particular field. You learn more about what you don't know. This causes you to see the gaps in your work and where it can be improved. This leads to you doubting your work. However what most people don't realise is that these 'flaws' are invisible to the average person.
Do you feel uneasy charging for your talent?
Maybe you're an artist that loves to draw but aren't confident enough to charge people for what you would consider a glorified doodle. Maybe you're a wiz kid that's been fiddling with computers since a toddler and cant see why someone would pay you for basic help… the list goes on
As Ali Luke said:
Whatever it is you do (or want to do), you need to realise that
- You are good at this
- There are a lot of people who cannot do what you do and who are more than happy to pay you