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Our Little Sister
Film - Feature | May 12 | 7 p.m. | Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Three sisters grieving their fathers death decide to adopt the teenage half-sister theyve just met in Kore-edas captivating exploration of sibling ties, female relationships, and the passing of time, set in the idyllic, enchanting seaside town of Kamakura, Japan. As in much of the directors work, the plot itself soon pleasurably dissolves in a string of documentary-like momentsfamily meetings, strolls around Kamakura, quietly overheard conversationswith a focus not on emotional fireworks, but rather on the everyday sensation of a family (in this case, a family of women) simply being. What interests me is not only the beauty of the scenery of Kamakura, Kore-eda explained, but also . . . the beauty that arises from the realization . . . that the town, and the time there, continue even when we are gone.
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Sean Johnson serves as Vice President of Business Recruitment for Missouri Partnership, the state's principal business recruitment and marketing organization, charged with promoting Missouri for business investment. Sean's responsibilities for Missouri include leading marketing outreach efforts, vetting available sites and buildings, providing community and workforce information, communicating Missouri's favorable tax climate, and working hand-in-hand with companies considering the Show-Me State as a location to invest and create jobs.
Sean has strong professional and personal connections in Missouri and began his career in economic development at the Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC), followed by leadership roles in: Lawrence, Kansas; Blair, Nebraska; and, most recently, Omaha, Nebraska, where he served as the Senior Director for Business Development for the Greater Omaha Chamber.
Sean holds a BS in Business Administration from Dana College in Blair, Nebraska, and an MBA from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
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The house was completely modernised, remodelled and extended at different levels.
A full basement was created beneath the existing house, which also extended beneath the garden terrace and on the ground floor a contemporary, full-width extension was created onto the garden. The roof was also extended in a sensitive manner to create additional bedrooms.
The house benefits from an unusually large garden for the location and the design optimises this asset. Unlike many basement excavations, the design successfully links the new basement to the garden, and also to the main family kitchen/living area via an internal feature stair.


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- Evolution
Cicada Cycles
- Andrew M. Sugden
The bizarre life cycle of the cicadas (genus Magicada) of eastern North America entails many years spent underground as larvae, before emerging synchronously as adults for a few brief weeks of sexual activity. Southern species have 13-year life cycles, whereas northern species have 17-year cycles. At any location, there are generally three species groups, all of which are synchronized with each other. The species groups are thought to have diverged allopatrically (i.e. geographically separated) before becoming sympatric as they are now. Several selective factors leading to the evolution of these life history patterns have been hypothesized, but in the absence of comprehensive phylogenetic data, they have proved difficult to test. Sota et al. have now addressed this gap, by conducting a thorough phylogenetic analysis of all known Magicicada species using nuclear and mitochondrial DNA markers. The resulting combination of phylogenetic and geographical patterns suggests a complex history of evolution—some of it quite recent—accompanying the habitat shifts in North America during the Pleistocene glacial cycles. The results are consistent with the allopatric divergence model and show that the splits into 13-year and 17-year species occurred multiple times within each species group. It appears that selection favored the evolution of synchronized population cycles between invading and resident species, simultaneously affording invaders protection from predation and avoidance of the adverse reproductive consequences of low population density.
Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. U.S.A., 110, 10.1073/pnas.1220060110 (2013).
- Immunology
Feeding Hungry T Cells
- Kristen L. Mueller
In order to mount productive responses against pathogens, T cells need to be fed. That is, the metabolic demands of T cell increase upon activation and as a result, T cells need to take up more amino acids. How this process is regulated, however, is not well understood. Sinclair et al. investigate and find that the System L amino-acid transporter, Slc7a5, which mediates the uptake of large neutral amino acids (LNAAs) such as leucine, was required for T cell activation in mice. In response to activation, T cells increased their expression of Slc7a5 and their uptake of LNAAs in a Slc7a5-dependent manner. T cells from mice with a T cell–specific deletion of Slc7a5 did not proliferate well or acquire effector cell functions in response to activating stimuli. This was correlated with a failure to activate the serine-threonine kinase complex mTORC1 and to induce protein expression of the transcription factor c-Myc, both important components required to mediate the energetic demands of activated T cells.
Nat. Immunol. 14, 10.1038/ni.2556 (2013).
- Planetary Science
Vortex Complexity
- Maria Cruz
The European Space Agency Venus Express spacecraft has been orbiting the second planet from the Sun since April 2006. Understanding its atmosphere has been one of the main goals of the mission. Using data from the Visible and Infrared Thermal Imaging Spectrometer onboard the spacecraft, Garate-Lopez et al. examined the planet's south polar vortex by measuring cloud motions at two different altitudes. The data show that the vortex is long-lived, but its dynamical behavior and thermal structure are more complex than previously thought.
Nat. Geosci. 10.1038/ngeo1764 (2013).
- Cell Biology
Polo's Game in Meiosis
- L. Bryan Ray
The protein kinase Polo functions to promote cell division and is overactive in some cancer cells. Bonner et al. demonstrate a distinct role of the enzyme in regulation of meiosis: In this case, cells that fail to inhibit activity of Polo show improper chromosome segregation in meiosis or complete failure of meiosis. The protein Matrimony (Mtrm) directly interacts with Polo and appears to quench its activity. It appears that this may be the primary role of Mtrm in the cell, because the genetic effects of loss of Mtrm can be restored in cells in which Polo is also depleted. Phosphorylation-dependent binding of Polo to its targets is well characterized, but the interaction with Mtm occurs in a different manner that may be more characteristic of Polo's interaction with its regulatory partners. Two domains of Mtrm appear to trap Polo and restrain its activity. Both proteins accumulate during meiosis I, and if Mtrm is lacking, proper meiosis is not achieved.
Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. U.S.A. 110, E1222 (2013).
- Physics
Purely Magnetic Impurities
- Jelena Stajic
Magnetically doped topological insulators (TIs) have been predicted to exhibit a host of exotic properties stemming from the breaking of time-reversal symmetry caused by magnetic impurities. However, dopants such as iron or manganese also have a charge effect, which distorts the original electronic structure and makes it difficult to isolate the effects of magnetism. Schlenk et al. devised a procedure for magnetic doping that aims to circumvent this problem and which should help to provide insight into the effects of time-reversal symmetry-breaking in TIs. They deposited Fe atoms on the surface of cold samples of the topological insulator Bi2Se3 and then annealed them at much higher temperatures. Scanning tunneling microscopy indicated that the annealing caused the dopants, initially adatoms, to descend into the material; angle-resolved photoemission found the electronic structure, initially distorted by depositing the adatoms, to be restored after the annealing step. First-principles calculations further indicated that the Fe atoms were probably substituting Bi atoms, and that whereas adatoms acted as electron donors, the buried Fe atoms were either neutral or acceptors; the magnetic interaction with the host material was also found to be enhanced with respect to the case of adatoms.
Phys. Rev. Lett. 110, 126804 (2013).
- Ecology
Marsh Basin Dynamics
- Guy Riddihough
Coastal salt marshes—found at temperate and high latitudes—form on tidal flats. Such marshes are both ecologically important and highly biologically productive. Although often protected, their fragile nature and location make them particularly vulnerable to human activities and climate change. Mariotti and Fagherazzi analyze marsh basins—rounded tidal flats surrounded by salt marshes—at three sites on the U.S. Atlantic coast, as enlargement of marsh basins can drive marsh loss. They develop a simple dynamic model for the morphological evolution of marsh basins and show that the model has a single unstable equilibrium point for basin size. Below this size, basins shrink, and above it, they continuously enlarge. Aerial photos taken 50 years apart at the three locations reveal that for particular basin locations, the marsh boundary will grow and the basin will shrink, whereas at other locations, all basins are shrinking. The model suggests that sediment supply is the primary controlling factor for marsh boundary growth or recession, and historical data from the three locations, where river dredging has in some cases significantly influenced sediment supply, support this idea.
Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. U.S.A. 110, 10.1073/pnas.1219600110 (2013).
- Geochemistry
Unlocking Sulfur's Secrets
- Nicholas S. Wigginton
The sulfur isotope signatures of sediments and aerosol particles provide a rich record of biological and chemical processes in modern environments and in the geologic record. For example, the ratio of two or more of sulfur's several stable isotopes can indicate whether it was enzymatically reduced by microorganisms or if it underwent photolysis in the atmosphere after exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. There are myriad proposed mechanisms to explain the underlying reactions that induce isotopic fractionation; disentangling them from one another is critical for interpreting their preservation. In a series of photochemical experiments, Ono et al. demonstrate that the partial pressure of SO2 strongly influences the sulfur mass-independent fractionation, at least in part due to self-shielding from UV photolysis by other SO2 molecules with a different isotopic composition. The experimental isotopic patterns are consistent with sulfate aerosols generated in the stratosphere, where UV photolysis is mostly confined; however, around 3 billion years ago, Earth's atmosphere may have been much more transparent to UV radiation, creating a more extensive record of mass-independent fractionation. Farquhar et al. present an explanation for why the sulfur isotope signal generated by sulfate-reducing microorganisms—which were thought to have been present at that time—does not overprint mass-independent fractionation signals generated in Earth's early atmosphere. Spot analysis of sedimentary pyrites from Archean rocks suggests that there were two distinct sulfur pools contributing to most isotopic signatures: one of soluble oceanic sulfate and one of zero-valent sulfur derived from atmospheric deposition.
J. Geophys. Res. 118, 10.1002/jgrd.50183; Proc. Nat. Acad. Sci. U.S.A. 110, 10.1073/pnas.1218851110 (2013).


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Before and After School Provision
After School Club for Juniors
Acorn Kids Club
Acorn Kids Club run the after school club for pupils aged 7-11 at LDSM. They offer a fantastic opportunity to give your child/ren at the school a caring and nurturing environment in which to spend their afternoons, as well as exciting and stimulating activities designed to engage their interests and allow them to have fun. All enquiries should be addressed to Claire Howells on 07391 677624 or email@example.com
Breakfast Club for Juniors
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A box office bomb in 1999, Ravenous is a frontier cannibal movie. Starring Guy Pearce (an actor you always want to like but then realize he's never in good movies) and Robert Carlyle (still coasting on Trainspotting's success), this film does the rather remarkable thing of flat out accepting cannibalism as a means to power. There is no wishy-washy-ness here. If you eat someone else, you absorb their power and in the process become more and more desirous of it. Man vs man in the most bare bones survivalist manner. There's your horror.
Carlyle is sinister in his role as Colquhoun. His tale is Donner party-esque but is soon revealed to be much more than that. This would have failed but Colquhoun in clinical in his manipulations, which Carlyle is able to portray with effective glee. Balanced against this is Pearce's Captain Boyd, a man in turmoil with his own conscience and cowardice. The dualism here is fascinating and could have been taken a lot farther, but what we do get is prime entertainment. Consuming, if you will.
But there are definite flaws in this eat-'em-up romp. There are more than a few moments where it's clear the film can't decide if it wants to be jokey or serious. This is confounded by the utterly ridiculous if not flat out stupid soundtrack undercutting nearly every scene. On top of this, the power in cannibalism is unabashedly coded in racist views of the indigenous. The wendigo myth is unnecessary aspect inserted to simply fetishize Native American culture.
As I mentioned, the opening third where Colquhoun ensnares the others is brilliant. The film lags a bit in the middle, but the homoeroticism of the last scene between Guy Pearce and Robert Carlyle is exquisite.
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melt-in-your-mouth shin stew - parthsheth2009 - 05-19-2012 05:06 PM
Cooking a shin of beef or any good stewing cut this way gives you some really fantastic comfort food. Just letting it slowly blip away in the oven, with the sauce becoming more and more intense, is the nicest sort of cooking there is. Delicious served with some mashed root veg – like carrots, potatoes, a bit of swede, some turnips – but you could also serve it with straight mash, polenta or bubble and squeak (you know, fried veg and potatoes, cockney-London style!) and some nice buttered cabbage or spinach.
Preheat your oven to 180ºC/350ºF/gas 4. In a heavy-bottomed ovenproof saucepan, heat a splash of olive oil and gently fry the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, herbs, porcini and cinnamon for 5 minutes until softened slightly. Meanwhile, toss the pieces of beef in a little seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Add the meat to the pan and stir everything together, then add the tomatoes, wine and a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently bring to the boil, cover with a double-thickness piece of tinfoil and a lid and place in your preheated oven for 3 hours or until the beef is meltingly tender and can be broken up with a spoon. Taste and check the seasoning, remove the cinnamon stick and rosemary sprigs and serve.
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• 3 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
• 3 sticks of celery, trimmed and roughly chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, unpeeled
• a few sprigs of fresh rosemary
• 2 bay leaves
• a small handful of dried porcini
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1kg shin of beef, preferably free-range or organic, bone removed, trimmed and cut into 5cm/2 inch pieces
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In late 2010 the City of Seattle's Office of Economic Development identified Umoja as the recipient of a Technical Assistance Pilot Project. This provided assistance in creating a strategic plan to guide the next three to five years of Umoja's growth, and to enhance the ability of potential partners and funders to participate in supporting the organization.
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Strategic Five-Year Goals 2012-2016
Three major Strategic Goals for Umoja are further defined by sub goals that detail each goal's components.
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Develop and implement dynamic and engaging arts, culture, and entrepreneurial development programs relevant to youth and young adults ages 14 to 24.
Goal 1A. Provide a year-round schedule of core programs in the arts and culture that incorporate technology and/or entrepreneurship.
Goal 1B. Provide on-site counseling and referral services to link participating youth with vetted education, training and skills development, and to support access to necessary human services.
Goal 1C. Track and evaluate programs, participation and outcomes.
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Establish strong community engagement and a unique and prominent community position and organizational identity.
Goal 2A. Develop clear and consistent organizational identity through effective "brand" management and creation of a robust communication and messaging platform.
Goal 2B. Identify and build formal strategic partnerships that create three clear pathways of access for Umoja participants in: 1. Education and Skills Training; 2. Industry in the Seattle Region; and 3. City ofSeattle Programsand Resources.
Goal 2C Formalize ways for youth to become directly engaged and responsible for the operation and sustainability of Umoja, and to be recognized for such roles.
Goal 2D. Present community events each year that showcase and celebrate achievements of Umoja participants to a broad audience.
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Build organizational capacity and sustain a strong organizational infrastructure and culture.
Goal 3A. Create and maintain a leadership and governance structure that reflects expertise, cultural authenticity and youth representation in governing and advisory roles.
Goal 3B. Build a stable independent non-profit (501c3) organizational structure that can flexibly accommodate changes in scale.
Goal 3C. Support a core staff that brings expertise, management capabilities and cultural authenticity to the work of Umoja, addressing leadership, programs, fundraising, internal systems and controls, and volunteer management.
Goal 3D. Identify and secureUmojaFestP.E.A.C.E.Centerspace through 2016.
Goal 3E. Build a diversified funding plan that will cultivate and sustain a strategic range of resources from individuals, foundations, the business community, government and earned income.
Goal 3F. Actively use program and community engagement evaluation data, and operational and financial measures, to guide internal decision-making.


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United in Spirit and inspired by God's grace, we welcome all, love all, and seek justice for all
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We believe in the triune God,
We believe that each person is unique and valuable,
We believe that the UCC is called to be a prophetic church,
We believe that the persistent search for God produces an authentic relationship with God,
We believe that all of the baptized 'belong body and soul to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,
We believe that each person is on a spiritual journey and that each of us is at a different stage of that journey,
We believe that all people of faith are invited to join Christ at Christ's table for the sacrament of Communion,
We believe in the power of peace, and work for nonviolent solutions to local, national & international problems,
We believe that God calls us to be servants in the service of others and to be good stewards of the earth's resources - 'To believe is to care; to
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We are a people of possibility. In the UCC, members, congregations and structures have the breathing room to explore and to hear ... for after
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We believe the UCC is called to be a united and uniting church.
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I'm in an institutional building, like a corporate lobby. Two fighter jets land on the ground right in front of the building. Their arrival is ominous, they block the entrance. Behind white vinyl blinds on the windows I watch their progress but for some reason don't try to escape. Where would I go? A female pilot in a military flight suit pops out of the top of one of the jets. It's a very bright sunny day out there. She walks toward the front door, to bring me in.
Why are these interactions with the medical authorities so rocky and unsatisfying? Why do I feel like a hostage in my own life? Why can't I just get with the program?
Doctors go into medicine so they can fix stuff. They listen just long enough to formulate a theory about what's going on, then tell you what you have to do to fix it. You get fixed and are grateful. You don't ask questions or give input. That's the formula.
There are things that fit the formula. Broken bones, clogged arteries, high cholesterol. Certain types of cancer. Erectile dysfunction, thyroid issues, most bacterial diseases. If you have one of these, you're going to be a fan of the fix-it approach.
If you have something else, you will notice the lack of a fix and other things that are missing too. For example, wrong assumptions and flights of logic become obvious. Each time I tell my story it goes through a different filter and something new comes out. It is often suggested that I do not have a head injury. Or caffeine is not a drug. Or this or that symptom is not caused by the head injury, but something else. You become a Rohrschach diagram, a cipher. The interpretation says more about them than it does about you.
To his credit the young guy at Valley Medical knew my head injury was real. True, he did not read my patient record before the appointment. Didn't explain the process. Wasted my time with an exhaustive set of arcane questions. Did not make eye contact but looked down and kept saying "uh huh, uh huh" every few seconds. Waiting for me to stop.
When I explained my job had changed and become undoable, I watched his face and thought well he's never had a real job. Didn't work his way through school. He has no idea about fighting to get through college, fighting afterward to get any kind of job. It would be a miracle if he had any understanding of work in Silicon Valley, what the expectations are. Fighting to hold onto that job. What it's like to fail.
In the process of trying to catalog all the effects of my injury, he asked some very personal questions. The answers would go through the filter. It felt unsafe, as if next I would have justify why the earth has an atmosphere. Then be attacked for my answer.
When doctors are occupied with this game they often forget there's someone else in the room. Someone watching them, noticing their lack of empathy. And thinking, without a fix and without empathy where are we? Why on earth would I spend my time in this way?
At this point it might seem as if the sun has started revolving around the earth, now stationary. You are taking care of the system and its adherents rather than the other way around. If this makes you angry, they will suggest the anger is related to your head injury and offer you medication for it, trying to make it go away.
It will not occur to them that for a hostage, rage and alienation are a completely normal response.


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The best dash cam
With great image quality and reliable performance, the Zero Edge Z3 will suit most people. After considering dozens of dash cams for this guide, and ultimately selecting 10 for testing, we found the Zero Edge Technology Z-Edge Z3 is the best dash cam to use to record everything happening in front of your car. It hits the mark in terms of image quality, usability, and value, and it avoids unnecessary features such as GPS and Wi-Fi that are found in many pricier cameras. Instead, it focuses on great image quality and reliable, automatic operation each time you get in your car. Other cameras tick these boxes as well, but none hit them all quite as perfectly as the Z3 along with also selling at a great price. In short, it's the best for most people.


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Email Marketing for eCommerce Companies
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Rejoiner is the only email marketing solution that's accountable for your entire email program—for less than hiring a new employee. Magento merchants use Rejoiner to send automated and triggered lifecycle email campaigns (cart & browse abandonment, welcome series, win back campaigns and more) to the right person at the right time. You have the ability to dynamically insert product content into emails for a more personalized inbox experience, regenerate user sessions across devices so that customers have a seamless shopping experience on any device and the ability to A/B test different emails against each other to improve performance and ROI.
Our approach to email creative also means that none of your time is required for the execution of new campaign creative. All of the design work, copywriting, and template development is done-for-you and included in your monthly subscription. The Rejoiner M2 extension enables you to dynamically regenerate user sessions across devices from your emails, generate unique expiring promo codes for your email campaigns, and tracks all of the browse and add-to-cart behavior that customers are exhibiting on your website. This enables you to trigger lifecycle email campaigns at the moments when they will have maximum impact.
To use this Magento extension you are required to sign up to a paid monthly subscription with Rejoiner first (pricing starts from $199 per month). Head over to Rejoiner.com, look at our pricing plans before you speak to sales. After signing up, you will need to establish a separate account with Rejoiner to use the tracking features of this extension.
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Lasting Weight Loss: No Discipline Required
"I'd love to lose weight, but I don't have the discipline."
If I had to lose weight the way the diet mongers say we need to, I'd never lose an ounce. Or maybe I would, but it certainly wouldn't stick. And then, what's the point?
And if I had to make myself work out, well that wouldn't be likely to happen either. The truth is - I like working out, so it isn't a chore and it doesn't require 'discipline'. It does require time and prioritizing. So I've tried to make that as simple as possible. Anyone who knows me knows that I'm a big believer in simplicity.
If you attempt to lose weight using 'discipline' you are taking a risk. You are working against yourself, rather than with yourself and setting up a situation just ripe for rebellion.
Losing weight with discipline invites perfectionism and extremism. "If I don't do this, I am weak--I have failed."
You are trying to bully yourself into an act of submission by attacking your own character. Does that sound like a recipe for success?
You also take the risk of trying to accomplish something using an authoritative stance. Drill sergeants may be able to get their recruits to obey commands, but I'm willing to bet that most of us would prefer a more flexible, open-minded approach.
If you are involved with losing weight, you want to be comfortable in relationship to the process, not relating to it as a "should".
Otherwise, it is akin to a loveless relationship--you are there, but you don't want to be. You are always thinking about what you are missing.
When you talk about discipline, you are really talking about desperation. You don't know any other road to get from point A to point B. You have been told that dieting is the only way to lose weight.
It doesn't make sense--we can have a great work ethic and be very disciplined in other areas, but when it comes to our bodies, nothing seems quite as personal or as hard to get a handle on.
We think that if we just follow the rules . . .
But what happens when that doesn't work?
We are right back into the same old patterns--berating and sabotaging ourselves. Is it possible that it is the diet and not us that is at fault?
Losing weight doesn't take 'discipline'--what it takes is connection to ourselves, especially in the act and experience of eating.
It also takes permission to be ourselves and to accept ourselves as we are. It takes becoming aware of what works for us and allowing ourselves to fail, at times, in the process.
Losing weight takes leaving the popularity contest behind and connecting to ourselves in new ways that offer personal satisfaction instead of trying to please others. When you can do that, weight loss is likely to happen--so is life.
Carol Solomon, Ph.D. is a psychologist and personal coach who specializes in helping people who want to lose weight and eliminate food and weight issues.
By going from food obsessive to charge neutral (i.e. Did I eat today?), she became dedicated to making it easy for others to step off the vicious cycle and live free of anxiety about food and weight.
She is the author of "Lose Weight Now Stay Slim Forever," a practical "how-to" manual for learning to lose weight without dieting.
Sign up for her free email newsletter, Slim Forever at: http://lose-weight-now-stay-slim-forever.com
Diet & Weight Loss Tips: How To Stop Eating Junk Food By Finding Your Craving Hour
Even if you're not overweight, you still could have a junk food craving; especially if you're cooped up in an office building, working 9-5 and not exactly having the best day.If you're like almost anyone else, you've probably had your share of cravings for some kind of excitement or satisfaction in the form of junk food.
Break Your Weight Loss Plateau
How to Break Your PlateauToday is a typical morning like any other for you. You get up, go for your workout at the gym or go for a nice run, before you start your day.
Bye-Bye Bread
I don't know about you, but I absolutely love bread - not the soft, fluffy, rubber stuff sold as an edible napkin, but the scrunchy, chewy, whole grain staff of life bread. I can pass by decorated cakes without a twinge and eyeball ice cream as if were something alien and unappealing.
The Neuro-Science Of Losing The Weight You Hate
Are you one of the 90 million Americans who are currently on a diet? Do you lose weight only to gain every ounce of it back? Well you're not alone.The national center for health statistics suggests that over 64 % of Americans are overweight and that figure is growing every year.
The Science of Obesity: Fats & Cholesterol
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Nikita Mazepin was the first test of the new Force India
First day on the tests in Barcelona team Force India was entrusted with the Russian test-pilot Nikita Mazepin.
Sergio Perez has ruled out the possibility of fighting in other racing series
This season Fernando Alonso was going to perform in the WEC at the same time with performances in Formula 1. This raised the question of whether other pilots working on similar schedules.Sergio Perez, the pilot of the Force India "Now the schedule of the Formula 1 is extremely intense. I think I need all the attention to focus on training for all 21 races in the season.Some pilots can afford a little more, but we are all different. I don't want to go beyond teamwork. For me the most important fight in Formula 1. There are a lot of work".
Nicholas Latifi ready to practice the Grand Prix of Canada
Reserve pilot Force India Nicholas Latifi preparing for the fact that his first Friday practice he will hold during his home Grand Prix of Canada.Nicholas Latifi "I have never played and don't even raced on this track, so this will be my first opportunity to experience the amazing track.I'm very worried that I will be able to pilot the car in front of canadian fans, but I'm sure it will be a highlight of the season. I will try to enjoy the moment, although it is well know that the priority is simply to work on a given program, giving the team the necessary information.
Kevin Magnussen Haas can follow in the footsteps of Force India
The pilot Haas Kevin Magnussen believes that Haas have the potential to be a very competitive team like Force India.Kevin Magnussen "When we are good, we do good, but when we are bad, we look just awful. But the cars in 2018 will not have such qualities.We are young and we grew up. Surprisingly, the team can do, despite our lack of experience. I think that, in General, small teams can do a good job - look at Force India. Have Haas a bright future ahead, the same as the Indian team".
Force India will become just a Force
February 25 team Force India will unveil a new car and a new name. COO Force India Otmar, Szafnauer that the new sign of surprise.Meanwhile, the British press found that at the British Silverstone circuit, where the prescribed Force India registered a new company with the name "Force". Earlier, the management team talked about the necessity of avoiding Association with India for the sake of attracting sponsors. The idea was to rename the team to Force One, but this was opposed by the leadership of the Formula 1.
Force India will change the name
The leadership of the Force India intends to change the team name already this season.Othmar, Szafnauer, COO Force India "We have already said that I want to change the name. We are serious, and during a presentation to announce the new name. But first, it must be approved by the Board of Fomrula-1.What would be the title You will be surprised"Earlier the same Szafnauer said that the team wants to get away from the Association with India to get new sponsors.Last season the full team name sounded like a Sahara Force India F1 Team.
Othmar, Szafnauer on the internal team fight Force India
COO Force India Otmar, Szafnauer said that its pilots have the right to fight each other in the season of 2018.Othmar, Szafnauer "It's funny, because we were criticized in the press, when we told the pilots to direct the fight. When we let them fight, we were again criticized for the fact that we allowed it.Looking back, we were able to create a balance in the team. Probably, it is because we have fourth place in the team standings. But there were moments when I thought otherwise, because our pilots are often faced and lost points.
Sergio Perez I want more
The pilot Force India Sergio Perez said that he wants to achieve in his career more than it has now.Sergio Perez "I showed what I can do in Formula 1, but I want more and I feel I can give a lot more than was shown so far. In 2019 there will be many changes in the teams, it will be important to be fast from the beginning of this season.Team McLaren appeared in my career too early, I wasn't ready for it. I believe in the Formula 1, where everyone sees what you are doing on the track. Over the years in this championship I was able to earn a good reputation the fastest pilot. It should work on me."Perez made his debut in Formula 1 in 2011 in the composition Sauber and after two good results won a seat in a top team McLaren, where he spent only one season. 2014 Sergio stands for Force India.
Sauber can become a full team of Alfa Romeo
Head Sauber Frederic Vasseur said that in the end the Swiss team may become a full stable of Alfa Romeo.Frederic Vasseur "the company Executives want to see a full team of Alfa Romeo. We now use Ferrari engines, but our goal is not to become a subsidiary, and the main Alfa Romeo team.However, between these two brands there will be a bridge in the form of pilots, and database testing.Personally, I do not see the options, how private the team can survive in Formula 1. Private teams can have a couple of great seasons. For example, as Force India at the moment. But the slightest hint of the crisis will destroy all the illusions.Thanks to the collaboration with Alfa Romeo, our team is on a steady course".
Paul di Resta Soon Williams will make a decision
Last season, the 31-year-old Paul di Resta worked as a reserve pilot Williams and even spent one race in Hungary. The Scot claimed a place prize pilot, but seem to have lost the fight to Sergey Sirotkin.Paul di Resta "Soon Williams will take a decision on the part of pilots and will make the official announcement. I wanted to go back on the starting grid of Formula 1, but, unfortunately, nothing ever came of it.Maybe my age was the reason for the refusal. In any case, I liked it in Hungary. Given that I was seated in the car at the last moment, the result I showed is quite good".Di Resta played for Force India in 2011-2013 Best result in the championship - 12th place in 2013.
Othmar, Szafnauer Windows better than Verstappen
COO Force India Otmar, Szafnauer sure that Esteban Windows is clearly better than praise for max Verstappen.Othmar, Szafnauer "it is Difficult to understand who of them is better because they fly different machines. But even in the issue price the max signed for a huge sum of money, and Windows we got for a hundredth part of this amount.I think that Esteban is in order. The first time we have released Esteban on track, we knew he is something special. He understands the car. He has excellent control of the car on the track, and because of this, it can quickly reach the limit of technology. In addition, he gives excellent feedback. He also knows what he wants from the car, which is very Mature for his age.I think its greatest achievement is its constant improvement. Since then, he began his career in 2017, he has improved in many aspects, and I think because of this he has achieved all his success and began to push Perez".
From Force India need to change the name
Deputy head of the Force India Otmar, Szafnauer told that some sponsors continue to demand name change of the team.Othmar, Szafnauer "Yes, some potential donors said that if we don't change the name, they will not come to the team.They do not want to sponsor the team, which is tied to one country. We consider different variations of the title. But we haven't decided yet. Hard to say at this time".
Nicholas Latifi - reserve pilot Force India
Team Force India announced the signing of the contract backup pilot with 22-year-old canadian Nicholas Latifi.Under the contract, Latifi will take part in several Friday practice, including in Canada, and spend a couple of days on the tests.Vijay Malia, head of the team "Nicolas became a member of our youth program after a successful season in Formula 2. In the new season he will work on our simulator, as well as conduct a few Friday's practice. We have extensive experience of work with young pilots - Nicholas will learn a lot and prepare for the debut in Formula 1".In 2017 Latifi played in Formula 2, won one race at Silverstone and took the 5th final place.
Esteban Windows In Mercedes pleased with my performances
The pilot Force India Esteban Windows said that the leadership of Mercedes, which supports his career, rather his achievements in his debut season.Esteban Windows "And in the Force India satisfied with what I'm doing, and Mercedes. And if all happy, I just need to continue to do everything in my power. With Toto Wolff most of the time we talk on the phone, sometimes on the track.They called me for a meeting at 35-40 minutes to see where I stand, what my problem, do I need to improve. They also hold a meeting with Force India, to see how my development goes. They are very close to me, they are closely related to my career. But that's OK, because Mercedes is investing money in me.They are really interested in what I do, and I think it's good for my career."It is possible that in 2019, the Windows will partner Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes.
Christmas card from the management of the Formula 1
The former head of the championship Bernie Ecclestone each year ordered sarcastic Christmas cards. This tradition was supported by the new leadership of Formula 1.The new card is a play on some of the events of the last season Fernando Alonso in a lounge chair, Kimi Raikkonen driving, "cute" dialogue hlkenberg and Kevin Magnussen, the intransigence of the partners in the Force India and, of course, the main characters - Sebastian Vettel and Lewis Hamilton.
Paul di Resta is waiting for the race at Daytona
The ex-pilot of the Force India Paul di Resta, now, cassisa reserve pilot Williams, will take part in the race 24 hours of Daytona, which he awaits with great impatience.Paul di RETA "I'm really looking forward to the race in Daytona with United Autosports. I've never played in a 24-hour race and never acted on these smartpromotion, but I'm looking forward to this issue.The level of the marathon 24 hours of Daytona is growing every year, so it's great to be a part of it.I plan to run some tests before the race to get used to the team and get a chance to bring the car to victory.Recall that in the United Autosports driving the other cars will be Fernando Alonso and Lando Norris.
Esteban I asked for advice from Toto
The pilot Force India Esteban Windows told me that she had asked Toto how to behave in conflict with Sergio Perez.Esteban Windows "this was Probably the first thing I did at the time asked for advice Toto. Mercedes already have experience in such situations, when they fought on the periphery Lewis and Nico.It is always good to evaluate a situation from different points of view, but especially from the perspective of Mercedes. They're world Champions, so they know what they are talking about.I can't go into the details of the Council, but it was just a very good help. Good advice you always be happy".Windows, which took eighth place in the standings, said he and Perez left the incident in the past.Esteban Windows "it is Important that we respect each other and the team, it is important that inside there was a good atmosphere. We work together to properly develop a new car. We may not gather together to go on vacation, but get on well with each other".
Esteban Windows does not feel more pressure from Sergio Perez
The pilot Force India Esteban Windows insists that he feels no pressure from his teammate.Esteban Windows "He loves to make such statements in the media. This part of the game. I will continue to do their job, but I don't feel high pressure from Perez.Sergio and I understand that this year we crossed the border of what is permitted. We missed the chance to earn additional points for the team. But from the point of view of the results it was the best season for Force India, and this competition has played a role in this case.I understand that they expect more from me, because I'm not a beginner. But, once in Formula 1, I no longer feel stressed".
Force India We still worry about the result in Baku
COO Force India Otmar, Szafnauer admitted that his team still remembers the events of the race in Baku, which was missed double podium due to a collision of the pilots.Othmar, Szafnauer "Probably, the race in Baku will forever remain in our memory as the strongest and weakest race at the same time. Our car was very strong that weekend, and we missed the opportunity of a double podium. It's hard to accept still. However, I'm proud of how we stepped through difficult times, showing the team spirit. It was a real event of the season."Force India took the season's 4th place, equalling the best result in its history, but for the first time since 2013, the pilots of the team never made it to the podium.
Statistics season 2017 podiums
During the past season on the podium managed to visit seven of the pilots. And the record for most finishes in the top three steel Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel and Valtteri Bottas for 13 podiums in 20 races.Podiums in the season-2017 pilots1. Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes - 13 Sebastian Vettel, The Ferrari - 13 Driver Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes - 134. Daniel Ricciardo, Red Bull - 95. Kimi Raikkonen, Ferrari - 76. Max Verstappen, Red Bull - 47. Lance Stroll, Williams - 1 career on the catwalk has been Stroll. For the third consecutive year in the top three never came Fernando Alonso.As already mentioned, seven pilots during the season were able to reach the podium. And the record over the past decade was 2008, when the top three were able to get 14 pilots.The number of pilots who were on the podium in recent years2017 - 7 2016 - 92015 - 102014 - 102013 - 82012 - 132011 - 72010 - 82009 - 132008 - 14 Mercedes in total have been on the podium 26 times. All the others put together 34.Podiums in the season 2017, commands1. Mercedes - 262. Ferrari - 203. Red Bull - 134. Williams - 1 in 2013 without a podium left the team Force India. As for McLaren this is the third consecutive season with no finishes in the top three.
Esteban Windows fears McLaren
The pilot Force India Esteban Windows believes that his team is simply obliged to perform well next year, because one of the rivals will become team McLaren.Esteban Windows "We need to be just perfect next year. Should speak at each stage.I hope that we will begin with more high notes than this year. We need to be perfect, because McLaren is back with Renault. It will be difficult to fight for their place".
Statistics season 2017 the best circles
Last season, eight of the pilots were able to show the best lap time during the race. The most distinguished champion Lewis Hamilton, for which he received the honorary prize of the DHL Fastest Lap. Last season the trophy went to Nico Rosberg.Best circles in the season 2017, the pilots1. Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes - 72. Sebastian Vettel, The Ferrari - 53. Kimi Raikkonen, Ferrari - 2 Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes - 25. Sergio Perez, Force India - 1 Fernando Alonso, McLaren - 1 Daniel ricciardo, Red Bull - 1 Max Verstappen, Red Bull - 1U Raikkonen is now 45 best circles, and for this indicator, the Finn ranks second in the entire history of the championship. First with a large margin is Michael Schumacher with an incredible result in 77 laps. The Hamilton 38 laps, and he takes the 4th place.Best circles in the season of 2017, commands1. Mercedes - 92. Ferrari - 73. Red Bull - 24. Force India - 1 McLaren - McLaren 1V while dreaming of podiums, but every year Alonso celebrated one of the best around. This time it was at the Grand Prix of Hungary.
Vijay Malia afraid of death in Indian prison
The head of the Force India Vijay Malia admitted that he is afraid of being killed if they put him in the Indian jail.In the case of corruption, the Indian government wants to extradite Malia from the UK.Times of India "He is afraid for his life. If he was sent to India, it can kill or torture in prison."However, officials of the UK is adamant "the UK Court will take into account the sovereign guarantee of the government of India, according to which Vijay Malia will be contained in a secure prison in Mumbai".
Esteban Windows This information was useful
The pilot Force India Esteban Windows in the second day of tests in Abu Dhabi were in fifth position.Esteban Windows "it was useful to work with the tyres for next year. All this is extremely useful when preparing for the season 2018. The team was able to collect a lot of information about tires and let me test failed Gipersoft, none other compositions I wrote quite a lot of laps. Today was very windy, but conditions were tolerable for a test run".
The tests in Abu Dhabi continues
In Abu Dhabi launched the second and final day of testing with the participation of all ten Formula 1 teams.Eight teams will sit behind the wheel combat pilots. Sauber will try their hand bidder to be the combat pilot Charles LeClair and Williams will hold a regular comparative tests Sersea Sirotkin and Robert Kubica. The cockpit of the second car McLaren is a reserve pilot team 18-year-old Lando Norris.The composition of the teams, November 29- Mercedes Valtteri Bottas - Red Bull Max Verstappen - Ferrari Sebastian Vettel, Force India Sergio Perez and Esteban Okon - Williams Sergey Sirotkin and Robert Kubica McLaren two cars Stoffel Vandorn and Lando Norris - Toro Rosso Pierre went Out and Brendon Hartley - Haas Kevin Magnussen - Renault Carlos Sainz Sauber Charles LeClair.
In Abu Dhabi started tests
After the final race of the Formula 1 team remained in Abu Dhabi to hold a two-day test session and to get acquainted with new rubber.Today, the first day of testing behind the wheel of a Force India will sit Russian Nikita Mazepin and the Williams will work Robert Kubica. McLaren were allowed to use two cars because the tire tests in Brazil with the participation of the British team had to be cancelled due to security reasons.The composition of the teams, November 28- Mercedes Lewis Hamilton - Red Bull Daniel ricciardo - Ferrari Kimi Raikkonen Force India Nikita Mazepin - Williams Robert Kubica and lance Stroll - McLaren two cars Fernando Alonso and Oliver terve - Toro Rosso Sean Gelael - Haas Romain Grosjean - Renault Nico Hulkenberg - Sauber Marcus Ericsson.
Sergio Perez Not the most interesting race
The pilot Force India Sergio Perez in the race Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi finished seventh. At the same position Mexican finished and the championship.Sergio Perez "It was not the most exciting race for me, but I had a very busy first lap, when I was fighting with Nico Hulkenberg. I think he got his penalty is deserved, because I was ahead of him and he just cut off the turn, getting a great advantage. He had plenty of opportunities to avoid the penalty, he could just give me the position, as he did with Grosjean later.I'm happy with the result and it was important for us to end the year on a high note. This is my first year in the Force India without the catwalks, but I think we made a big step forward. I scored one point less than last year, with only 20 races in the season instead of 21. Overall, the result is excellent the seventh in the drivers ' championship and fourth position in the team standings. I don't think we could do something better. I just hope we can continue this path to 2018".
Esteban Windows Our team is always surprised
The pilot Force India Esteban Windows and Abu Dhabi finished eighth, behind teammate.Esteban Windows "today, We again showed a good result. Once again, we complied fully with its goals, finishing with two cars in the points. We are pleased with this result. The race was good, although the fight was a little.Our team surprised all throughout his career. I think next year we will surprise everybody".
Qualification account after Abu Dhabi
Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton, Valtteri Bottas 13-7Ferrari, Sebastian Vettel - Kimi Raikkonen 15-5Red Bull, Daniel Riccardo - Max Verstappen 7-13Force India, Sergio Perez - Esteban Windows 13-7Williams, Felipe Massa - lance Stroll 17-2McLaren, Fernando Alonso - Stoffel Vandorn 16-3Toro Rosso, Pierre went Out - Brendon Hartley 1-2Renault, Nico - Carlos Sainz 3-1Haas, Roman Grosjean, Kevin Magnussen 12-8Sauber, Marcus Ericsson - Pascal Wehrlein 7-11.


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You'd think that, after days of massive opposition protests, April 11th would be the perfect day for chavismo to return to the streets. Fifteen years on from the 2002 coup attempt that became a heroic comeback, what better time could there be to re-establish the government's popular credentials?
That's what they said they'd do. Elías Jaua, now the Education Minister, announced they would rally from 10 a.m. on the emblematic Puente Llaguno to commemorate "the 15th anniversary of the rebellion that defeated the brief dictatorship of Carmona Estanga and denounce the massacres he ordered."
So I went out there to check things out. And it was kind of shocking. The turnout on Puente Llaguno was, in a word, pathetic. Even chavismo's Twitter-bot army seemed quieter than usual.
There weren't even the usual guys hawking bottles of cold water. Ambiente de marcha: zero.
The rally was supposed to start at 10 a.m. A small sad-looking stage was set up on the overpass: nothing like the all-out theatric tarimas the government wheels out for big rallies.
Near noon, Numa Molina, a catholic priest, said mass on the stage in remembrance of the victims of that day. A group of a 150 people, tops, sat in on the service in red shirts with old chavistas slogans from this or that Misión. Most were older lefties. No high-profile governing figure was going anywhere near that stage. There weren't even the usual guys hawking bottles of cold water. Ambiente de marcha: zero.
The Easter holiday makes it harder to rally people for a show of strength. Most people in every chavista demonstration are obviously public employees forced to show up: during a holiday, it's almost impossible to recruit even a decent crowd.
The usual anti-imperialist slogans were shouted, the traditional insults were hurled at the National Assembly, but you could tell their hearts weren't really in it. "Huevo sin sal" is the phrase that comes in mind.
A mix of a speeches by some non-entities came next, followed by a sad, forlorn "cultural festival" that painted a dramatic picture of chavismo's new weakness. An older lady in a kind of batola —picture a devalued Soledad Bravo— took to the stage to sing a song. The handful of older people in the crowd sat there, disengaged, barely paying attention, not even bothering to applaud afterwards. It was just sad.
It was an once de abril sin pena ni gloria, a portrait of a government whose mobilization capacity has just plain collapsed. Honestly, it was sad.Caracas Chronicles is 100% reader-supported. Support independent Venezuelan journalism by making a donation.


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The Process of Implantation and IVF Success
Implantation is referred to the stage of pregnancy at which the embryo adheres to the wall of the uterus. It helps the embryo to grow by receiving nutrients from the mother.
In humans, implantation of a fertilised ovum is most likely to occur around 6 – 9 days after ovulation. The reception-ready phase of the endometrium of the uterus is usually termed the "implantation window" and lasts about 4 days.
The term "implantation" is used to describe process of attachment and invasion of the uterus endometrium by the blastocyst (conceptus).
Implantation is a highly co-ordinated event that involves both embryonic and maternal active participation.
Initially the newly hatched blastocyst loosely adheres to the endometrial epithelium. Then it rolls over the endometrium to find a suitable place for implantation where it gets attached firmly.
What happens in implantation window?
Embryo–endometrial dialogue has led to the identification of a 'window of implantation'. The implantation window is characterised by changes to the endometrium cells, which aid in the absorption of the uterine fluid. These changes bring the blastocyst nearer to the endometrium and immobilise it. The first step of implantation is the formation of foetal–maternal interface. Next crucial step is invasion of the embryo into the endometrium.
How implantation is mediated?
Implantation is initiated when the blastocyst comes into contact with the uterine wall. Certain molecules and pinopodes are involved in bringing embryo and endometrium together and attachment in embryo implantation. The embryo produces cytokines and growth factors and receptors for endometrial signals.
Does body immunity play role in successful pregnancy?
The embryo, as a genetic product of both maternal and paternal chromosomal material, can be seen as an allograft to the uterus. The body immune system plays an important role in implantation process. The host (mother)genetically different from the transplants(foetus), raises the possibility of a graft-versus-host reaction. The immunological action against the embryo can be described as maternal restraint.
Can we calculate Implantation period?
Implantation of a fertilized ovum is most likely to occur around 6 – 9 days after ovulation. It falls around day 21 of a regular menstruation cycle. In irregular cycles, it is difficult to predict. During the female fertile age, there is an average chance of pregnancy of approximately 15% per cycle.
Does implantation process differ in IVF and natural pregnancy?
The assisted reproduction setting for implantation is not different to a naturally conceived pregnancy.
But at times, during IVF treatment, the factors for implantation may be adversely affected. This is attributed to high level of steroid hormones and drugs used for pituitary desensitization. Imbalance in the oestrogen and progesterone interaction may result in implantation failure in a number of patients.
Can we enhance implantation by PGD?
Embryonic factors are by far the main factors determining whether or not a successful implantation and pregnancy will occur.
PGD seems to be a safe procedure that can enhance pregnancy rates by improving embryo quality by selection. Preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) enables the testing of gametes and embryos for numerical chromosomal aberrations commonly found in early pregnancy loss.
What are the early signs of implantation?
Embryonic implantation is the establishment of pregnancy, to be proven by finding human chorionic gonadotrophin (HCG) in maternal blood. Some women may experience slight bleeding and cramping pain during the process of implantation.
What is the role of embryo transfer procedure in implantation?
The performance of an atraumatic embryo transfer is essential to implantation and IVF success. Factors such as the contamination of the catheter tip with cervical bacteria, stimulation of uterine contractions during the procedure, may significantly influence implantation rates. Usually embryo transfer is performed under ultrasound guidance by use of soft catheters for better success.
What is recurrent implantation failure?
Recurrent implantation failure is an important cause of repeated IVF failure. It is estimated that approximately 10% of women seeking IVF treatment will experience this particular problem. It is a distressing condition for patients and frustrating for clinicians and scientists. Recurrent implantation failure refers to failure to achieve a clinical pregnancy after transfer of at least four good-quality embryos in a minimum of three fresh or frozen cycles in a woman under the age of 40 years. The failure to implant may be a consequence of embryo or uterine factors.


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Park Street Bridge, Alameda
It's not easy being a plein air painter. This evening I stopped by the Dragon Rouge Lounge, sat down at a small table on the terrace, ordered a Tiger beer and some spring rolls and took out my easel, paint and brushes. There in front of me was the wonderful Park St Bridge. It was a delight to paint it as it turned a dazzling green in the setting sun.
Park Street Bridge, oil on canvas, 9″ x 12″


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Detroit Zoo Latest Victim of Cyber Attack
Detroit Zoo Gift Shop Payment Processing Terminals Hacked The Detroit Zoo disclosed this week that their gift shop checkout terminals fell prey to hackers. The impacted parties are believed to be limited to those individuals who made purchases from the gift shop using their credit cards. SSA Data Security Breach Service Systems Associates, a third-party[…Read More]


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Five on Friday: Rain Boots, Suspenders, and Stripes
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I bought a shirt off the Mindy Mae's website and LOVE it!! The price was great, the material is so soft and I love that the length is longer. I got a ton of compliments on it. There are so many things on the website I like but so far every one I want to buy is already sold out..boo! You have the most precious baby boy, I just want to squeeze those cheeks! haha Also, I know this may not be an option for you guys but several months ago we got someone to come clean our house every other week and I can not tell you how helpful it has been. To me it was worth cutting something else out to pay for that. It actually lets us enjoy our 2 fulls days on the weekend without cleaning being one of them.ReplyDelete
I feel you on this season of life- the days are all blurring together and I'm just trying to keep it all going!ReplyDelete
Those rainboots are adorable! Good find! I have a pair of Hunters, but I bought the way cheaper kids version (they run big!) and they surprisingly fit my non-runner, but substantial calves. And because they are kids, they have reflectors on the back: safety first.ReplyDelete
Hooray for J! I knew he'd do it at his own time. N's doctor said he doesn't care at all if she crawls or not, so we are soaking up this semi-immobile life while it still lasts. If she wants something now, she just points and we take her there. #spoiledfirstborn
DIMPLE. 😍❤ReplyDeleteReplies
I know he's just my favorite :)Delete
Also, I'm so glad my calves are not the only ones who have trouble fitting into boots. 😆ReplyDelete
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I really enjoy reading your blog. However, use of the term "ghetto" in the context written above is racist. Before you respond with "omg I totally didn't mean it that way, I'm not racist, I swear," recognize that the only appropriate response is to simply stop using the word. You're a writer; you can do it.Replies
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Aww yay that J is crawling!!! :) I can't believe he is already 10.5 months old.ReplyDeleteReplies
I know, right? Crazy! It went too fast.Delete
I need a pair of rain boots so badly. I was looking forward to getting a tall pair from the Hunter x Target line, but they got discontinued before I could get a yellow pair. UGH. I'm going to have to dig into rain boots a little deeper and find something soon.ReplyDelete
Yay for J crawling!!!
I'm 100% keeping my eye on that Mindy Mae's sale. And those suspenders are SO cute!!
Yay for J crawling! That's awesome! And so funny that it was to knock down a tower of blocks. That's exactly why my neighbor's baby started crawling! :) Speaking of blocks, how long did R play with those before she outgrew them or does she still like to play with them?ReplyDelete
I hope the hard parts of this season pass soon for you. <3
Yay for new rainboots and cute new clothes for your babies! :)
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Last post I was 42,000 words from winning NaNo. As predicted in that post, however, I won. When I won in 2012, I did it with a huge early push – facilitated by being held in an airport for a whole day (thanks, Atlanta!) – and kind of mailing it in for the middle two weeks, followed by a big rally at the end. This time, it was slow and steady, doing the work every day. See chart. I'm prouder of the chart than I am of winning. Well, no, but it's close.
The book I was supposed to be writing, Knights of Insanity, I never touched. Instead, I took a short story and made it 70,000 words, and sometime in spring you'll see The Vortigern Jack come out. I'll tell you about it sometime.
Toward the end of the month I went to see a play at Lehi HS, which sits a block from my house. The kids were putting on Urinetown, which is not quite as crude as it sounds, and has interesting though ultimately snide and condescending elements, and I didn't care overly for the show itself. I find that there's not a single tune from it I can remember (or could even later that night).
The performance, though, was exceptional. The leads were good, some of them outstandingly so, but everyone was more than adequate, better than most casts I've seen do things I thought were much more interesting. I was impressed with them all.
It wasn't that that captured me, though. I rarely watch the leads. I'm expecting them to be good. I'm watching the ensemble, especially the kids buried in the back. I've been out front, and I know that the show is made by the whole cast, not just the guys in the playbill. A truly great show requires 100% buy-in from everyone out there, no matter how small the part. This, ladies and gentlemen, was a truly great show.
I've been in my share of plays, and seen dozens more, both professional and community, big casts and small. I've never seen anything done this well by any high school or college; only a handful of professional troupes can match what Lehi is doing on that stage. There is a shocking crispness to the performance. Dropping a line is unthinkable. There isn't any moment in which you catch the leads acting; they simply are the characters they're portraying. More, though, is the absolutely incandescent ensemble – and it's dozens and dozens of people – and the ridiculous energy they put out.
No, that's not high enough praise. There is beautiful precision to the dancing and inventiveness to the choreography, and the ensemble performs it with verve, but it's so good that while they are all together, they are also individuals. Every character has character. I can tell you what "boy number 4 on the right" thinks about what's going on, because he was allowed to show it, and he did. I've never seen anything like that, nowhere, to that degree. I certainly can't believe – even now, I can't believe – that I saw that on a high school stage, with actors who aren't paid.
It was so good I was depressed by it. I've directed shows. THAT certainly never happened in any show I've been in, much less supervised. I like to think I'm pretty good at what I do, but I don't know that I could have auditioned and made the ensemble of that show, let alone one of the leads. Leaving that aside, what I really wanted to know was how the director got that to happen up there. I'm not kidding when I tell you it was magic. Not only has no play I've been part of ever produced that, no other organization, volunteer or paid, has ever produced it. I want to be a part of something like that so bad it kills me.
Jill and I discussed at some length how you can make something like that happen. I clearly don't know, or baby, I'd have done it. Jill thought about if for a night and came up with the idea that in order to get that level of buy-in from a group, the leader has to have a crystal-clear vision of what it is he wants to see happen.
Most of my life I've had great things happen for me almost by accident. I married Jeanette because I was chasing another girl, who ran and hid. We have eight children because…well, I don't really know. Biologically, yes, but we certainly never set out to have eight children, we just took what opportunities were there and did what seemed like a good idea at the time. I was never going to be a mortgage guy, sing opera, or teach school. Yet here I am. Every one of these things is better than what I had planned. I'm ecstatic about my life. But there's no way I'm getting that level of excellence without knowing exactly what it is that I want.
I'm lost. I don't mind being lost. It's pretty normal by now. Still, part of me wonders if some of these other things I think I want are not going to be achieved by wandering into them, but by intentionally creating something I've seen clearly and pursued with focus and discipline. How to get there, though, I don't know.
I'm asking you. How do you get a clarity in your mind about what it is you want to see? Lehi drama kids, how do you get from the director the permission to be yourselves, and yet want so badly to buy into what the group is doing? How does that work? If you've been part of something like that, I really need your help.


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The Extended AGENTS OF SHIELD Trailer Reveals More!
Marvel's Agents of SHIELD has gone to series on ABC, and the promos have been flying at us fast and furious. The latest promo is full length - almost three minutes - and gives us a better sense of the main team at the heart of the show, as well as what to expect in general. It seems as though Agents of SHIELD is going to be X-Filesish, with SHIELD investigating weird happenings around the world. There's a hint of other groups who are also interested in super powered folks - AIM? Hydra? - and I'm assuming that's the mythology arc that will propel the series forward. Hero/monster of the week episodes will be interspersed with tales of the growing superpower arms race.
That sounds pretty good to me. I wonder how often they'll dip into established Marvel characters for the show; the promo includes J. August Richards as a super powered black guy, but is he Luke Cage? There's been some speculation about that. If he is Luke Cage, that is the death knell for the character on movie screens, I'd guess. That's probably the big question moving forward with the show in general - does introducing a known character on Agents of SHIELD ruin them for the movies? (It's worth noting that some are speculating Richards is actually playing the New Warriors character Rage, an addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe I would embrace)
It'll be interesting to see how it all plays out. I'm not aware of a cross-media continuity that's quite this ambitious. I'm also interested in seeing if this show actually sticks. Will Disney force ABC to keep airing a ratings loser so they can do stuff for their money-generating movies?
And is Lola a flying car? They were standard issue in classic SHIELD stories. God, I hope so.


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Look out, PayPal – Introducing Apple Pay for the web
Apple announced its move into the online payment space this Monday with the unveiling of Apple Pay for the web. It's a huge addition to Apple's payment platform, as it now puts Apple in a competitive position with online payment's giant PayPal. Online payments via Apple Pay appear to be just as seamless and smooth as Apple Pay's in-store payments, so PayPal may need to up its game. Let's take a closer look at Apple's latest offering.
Apple Pay online is super simple. At checkout, users click the Apple Pay button and authenticate the payment via their Apple Watch or the Touch ID sensor on their iPhone, and voila. Apple says the online payment service will be supported by an expansive set of online retailers and storefronts. Notable websites on-board with the service include Etsy, Kickstarter, Zulily, Kohl's, Nike, United Airlines, Expedia, Fandango, Open Table, and Target.
Craig Federighi, Apple's VP of Software Engineering for both iOS and macOS, demonstrated how easy Apple's latest software can make booking a night out. He used Siri to message a friend, found a good movie (again using Siri), and booked tickets with Apple Pay. Pure convenience. Look out, PayPal.
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