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When purchasing clothes, most of us would just head out to a store, try something on for size and then buy it. However, with the internet growing to become such a popular platform for shopping, more and more people are turning to web stores for the sake of finding their new styles and saving money on clothes. To help convince you that this is the new frontier for online fashion, here's 8 brilliant reasons for why you too should embrace online shopping.
- Browse in the comfort of your home at any time
One of the most convenient things about online clothes shopping is the ability to shop online at your own discretion and being given 24/7 access to all the stores. It could be 3 AM and you could still shop for clothes that can potentially arrive the next evening! No matter what time it is, online clothing stores are always open for business.
- Access to a wider range of styles
Another fantastic advantage of buying your clothes online is the access you get to a huge number of different styles. You'll find that the selection of dresses on a website will far exceed the choice you get from a mall, and you can even dive into international styles. The fashion scenes in places like Italy or Japan are probably far from what you'd expect, and learning about overseas styles is a great way to augment your own. If you want to learn more about online styles, then it's a good idea to take a look at some fashion blogs that specialize in the clothes that you can find in different parts of the world. You'll usually come across communities that have the same interests as you and you'll find even more websites on the internet that sell international fashion pieces. Just remember that shipping can sometimes be expensive if you're buying something from across the world and you'll likely have to pay customs depending on where you live and where you're ordering from.
- Plenty of discounts, deals and other savings
If you want to be frugal about your fashion then look no further than buying online. There are plenty of discounts to be had and you'll find that your loyalty is rewarded constantly with discount coupons and special deals. The best way to keep up with these deals is to follow clothing stores and brands on social media. They'll occasionally tease upcoming sales and discount codes, so it's never a bad idea to browse their Twitter account or Instagram now and then. You can also register for their newsletter on their website to get the latest news and offers sent directly to your inbox.
- Great return policies to make buying more secure
One of the biggest problems with online shopping is the fact that many people feel it's difficult to return clothes. Thankfully, returns are now easy to process for most online retailers so there's no fear if you accidentally buy the wrong size or if the colour they sent was incorrect. It's usually the well-known retailers that have comprehensive returns systems. You should be wary of buying from websites like eBay because trying to process a return is usually a headache. Unless absolutely necessary, you generally want to avoid buying from online auction websites because there's a good chance there will be scams and fakes floating around the listings.
- Online model images to help you picture the clothes
Clothes shopping is time-consuming because you need to try on everything that piques your interest. Before you know it, you'll have spent several hours in the mall and you might not even walk out with something new to wear. With online stores, there are plenty of images on every online website that will help you decide if something is right for you or not. Just keep in mind that they're usually worn by models and the images are often processed with Photoshop to make them look a little more pleasing to the eye.
- Quick shipping from most popular retailers
Shipping times are relatively quick now thanks to improved logistics systems. It's possible to get your clothes within 24 hours from many major retailers, so you don't have to wait around at all! Some retailers even offer same-day delivery or collection at the nearest local store if you're buying from a well-known retailer that also has physical stores around. Collection options are usually subject to availability but can be handy for people that are busy and might not be at home to accept a delivery.
- Build confidence in your clothing without heading out
If the last thing you want to hear is the snickering of a clerk behind your back as you walk out of the store with a new dress, then online clothes shopping is a fantastic way to shop in confidence without being judged. Let's face it, building a personal style is difficult and having the attitude to go with it is just as hard, which is why online clothes shopping is a safe way to shield yourself from judgemental staff members at a fashion boutique.
- Extremely convenient for those with busy lifestyles
Let's face it, when's the last time you really had time for shopping? If you're a busy person, then online clothes shopping is a brilliant way to get yourself the latest trends without spending too much money or time. Simply log on when you have time (you can even shop for clothes on your phone!), browse around the latest styles, add to cart then they'll arrive the next day.
As you can see, purchasing your clothes online is simple, convenient and a lot of fun. It's definitely the prefered way to find your next outfit and can save you plenty of time.
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By Hon. Letitia James
Public Advocate for the City of New York
Last month, I joined Higher Heights in an important discussion about how under-represented voices-- and specifically the voices of Black women-- can be amplified through grassroots movements, political action, and civic engagement in a substantive and empowering way.
The truth is that too often the ladder has a specific ceiling when it comes to Black advancement. Today, Black women are the behind-the-scenes leaders in the Black Lives Matter movement, fair minimum wage movement, and other social justice coalitions. They might not be writing the op-eds or getting the majority of the public attention, but they are doing the on-the-ground work around issues that more than often overwhelmingly affect Black men.
And that's important, because just as aggressive policing, harsh sentencing for non-violent offenses, affordable housing, and job creation are important issues for our communities-- so are paid family leave, quality and affordable childcare, pay equity, and access to reproductive rights.
There was also a recent report by Columbia Law School and the African American Policy Forum entitled Black Girls Matter: Pushed Out, Overpoliced and Underprotected. It found that NYC Schools suspend black girls 10x more often than their White counterparts. This is important because the dialogue around school suspensions so far has largely centered about Black boys, while Black girls are suspended for things like 'improper dress' at a higher rate.
Frankly put-- any Black social justice movement must include the issues that matter to Black women. The stakes of not doing so are too high. Because Black women like Sandra Bland are dying in jail cells. Black women like those allegedly violated by Oklahoma City officer Daniel Holtzclaw are hurt by someone charged with protecting them AND feel that no one will believe their story; Black women like Kam Brock are placed in hospitalization against their will because it's easier to believe a Black woman is unhinged when she demands she be treated with respect; Black women like Fay Wells are greeted by an army of officers-- guns drawn-- in their own homes because their neighbors see them as so invisible that they mistake them for criminals.
We must remember these women's names and stories, which demonstrate the very real dangers and the powerlessness Black women experience, even as they care for and fight for others. And we must recognize that addressing institutionalized sexism and racism begins with making room at the table for Black female voices-- allowing Black women to grow from positions of behind-the-scenes coalition-building to leadership roles.
Whether you agree or disagree with the actions of women like Marissa Johnson and Mara Jacqueline Willaford-- who disrupted Bernie Sanders' rallies in Seattle-- it is almost certain that their actions pushed our Democratic candidates across the board to talk seriously about their plan to address social justice and policing issues nationwide.
So the question before us becomes: how to turn political action into political leadership.
Dr. Danielle Moss Lee, CEO of YWCA of the City of New York, recently said: "I decided to lead because I came to accept that I was just as good as the alternative, and possibly better... I decided to lead because history offered me a blueprint for the possibility of liberation, and I understood that even if I don't have all the answers I remain part of the solution."
Black women seeking leadership roles have two strikes against them. They will have their personal choices, their intelligence and education, their ambition, and even their sanity called into question. Believe me, it takes a thick skin.
You MUST believe that you have every right to the highest position you desire, whether you work in advocacy, law, politics, or the corporate world. You must believe that your contributions-- your work-- are equal in value, and VALUABLE.
As many people know, the first election I won, for the New York City Council, I won as a Working Families candidate. I'd worked as counsel for elected officials in Albany, as an Assistant Attorney General, and as an attorney for legal aide-- But I don't have to tell you that there were people who thought I was out of my mind for running without Democratic party endorsement, much less a political war-chest. Yet I ran for one reason and one reason only-- because I believed I could make a difference. I believed I could be an effective leader. I was willing to make sacrifices to do so, and I wouldn't take 'no' for an answer. And I've let that same drive guide me to this very position, as the first African-American woman elected to citywide office in New York's history.
In this position I've had a chance to use my background as an attorney and legislator to be at the forefront of the push for transparency in grand jury testimony, for police body cams, for addressing the deficiencies in our foster care system, and for preventing college sexual assault. History is made by those who show up to galvanize and lead, and for every Black woman who makes it through the glass ceiling, she must commit herself to lifting up even more.
I made it my business to get to know the women of color who serve in the City Council today, women like Council Members Julissa Ferreras, Laurie Cumbo, and Vanessa Gibson. I have offered them support and advice from time to time, as well as a listening ear, as leaders like State Senator Velmanette Montgomery and Una Clarke did for me.
I know many of us have busy and full lives, but we must make time to PAY IT FORWARD if we want to see diversity in leadership roles. We have to create the leadership we want to see. We are all in a position to help a deserving woman in some way-- be it financially, with our time through mentorship, or through networking and creating connections.
I want to leave you with one more quote from my role model Shirley Chisholm-- "In the end, anti-black, anti-female, and all forms of discrimination are equivalent to the same thing -- anti-humanism."
We must embrace an intersectional way of thinking that connects the plights of low-income and high-income women; women with higher education and those without; mothers who are married and those who are not; LGBT women and those who are not; and Western-born and immigrant women.
Only through this mindset will be able to improve the lives of all women of color.
Letitia James is the Public Advocate for the City of New York, the second highest ranking elected office in the City. As Public Advocate, she serves as a direct link between New Yorkers and their government, acts as a watchdog over City agencies, and investigates complaints about City services.
Public Advocate James made history in 2014, by becoming the first woman of color to hold citywide office in New York City. In less than two years, Letitia James has transformed the Office of the Public Advocate to deliver real results and reforms for all New Yorkers.

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The Justice League Assembles In First Trailer—But The Flash Steals The Show
Warner Bros. assembled the Justice League at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday to premiere the very first footage from the highly anticipated film—and good news: It looks awesome. Regardless of what you thought about Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, the teaser trailer makes it very clear that Justice League is a different kind of movie. After all, director Zack Snyder has a secret weapon, and his name is Ezra Miller.
The upcoming film brings together DC Comics heroes Batman (Ben Affleck), Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), The Flash (Miller), Superman (Henry Cavill), Cyborg (Ray Fisher), and Aquaman (Jason Momoa) for their first big-screen adventure. Based on this early teaser—which was undoubtedly cut with a lighter tone in mind—it looks like Justice League will be a spotlight for Miller's Scarlet Speedster, whose natural charisma is a nice counterbalance to Affleck's surly Bruce Wayne.
However, the highlight of the teaser is definitely the moment Bruce Wayne turns to Aquaman and smirks: "I hear you can talk to fish?"
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OK, Snyder. You have our attention. Don't f*ck it up.
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Peacefully with his family by his side at St. Joseph's Hospice on Tuesday, April 24, 2012, Glenn Love passed away at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Betty (nee McDougall). Loving father of Daniel (Jennifer) and John (Penelope). Cherished grandfather of Christina Pavli (David), Charmaine Love, Brett Syer, and Ashleigh Syer and great-grandfather of Tyler, Amber, Paige, and Jessica Pavli. Dear brother of Gerald (Brenda) and brother-in-law of Christina Love, Dorothy Hess (the late Gord), Mary (Ron) Rossi, and Marj Drake (the late John). Survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Colin and Fern Love, his brother Morley Love, and brother-in-law Hugh McDougall and sister-in-law Jean (Bill) Freele. Glenn retired from Dow Chemical and was a member of the Sarnia Seniors and Bluewater Anglers. A special thank you to the staff of the Palliative Care Unit of Bluewater Health and to the staff of St. Joseph's Hospice. Cremation has taken place. Family and friends will be received on Friday, April 27, 2012, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 1576 London Line, Sarnia. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 28, 2012, at Smith Funeral Home. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to St. Joseph's Hospice, London Road West United Church or the charity of your choice (cheques only at the funeral home please). Memories and condolences may be sent online at http://www.smithfuneralhome.ca/obits.php?id=2223
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Grace Academy takes seriously the responsibility of being a quality school with a instructional program using the ABeka curriculum for preschoolers to teens that is Biblically centered and encourages the educational growth of each student.
The ministry of our preschool program is to lead students to Christ and teach them Bible truths, Christian character, and traditional subject matter. With a traditional, Christian approach to education, ABeka Book supplies materials they need to reach and train students for Christ. Preschool teachers are able to present lessons that are lively, memorable, and Christ-centered.
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Grace Academy offers a full-day K5 program five days a week. Our program offers advanced reading books as well as many visual aids to enhance learning in Bible, phonics, science, character development and reading. Developmental activities re-enforce our strong academic program. Kindergarten students participate in the following special classes: art, music, computer, library and physical education.
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Language Arts - The language arts area consists of English, reading, and spelling. Phonics are taught in the first and second grades with comprehension skills stressed as the child matures in reading. Grammar, punctuation, and good writing skills are emphasized. The Bible is used as a literary model and quality literature is selected to enhance the total language arts experience. It is Grace Academy's belief that a strong language arts program is the basis for a quality education.
Mathematics - The goal of the mathematics curriculum is to teach the student math procedures, to become familiar with mathematical language, to increase logical reasoning, to develop computational proficiency, to practice math skills as they pertain to life, to use formulas and math aids such as protractors and calculators, to use place value in writing numerals and solving equations, and to solve word problems. Math is orderly and we are able to stress the orderliness of God in creation. Math is taught from the viewpoint of using skills to be better stewards of time, money and self.
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Bible - Bible classes are to develop an understanding of who God is, why He made us, and our role as Christians in society. Our goal is to introduce each student to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and to nurture those students who have the assurance of salvation. Application of Biblical principles into daily life is stressed. Our desire is to create within each student a security in the fact that God created them uniquely and in His image and that He has a plan and a purpose for their lives.
Specials Offered– K5-5th: Classes in physical education, art instruction, computers, library, and music.
Sports: Kindergarten - 5th grade sports are offered through the YMCA, YFL and Upward (Soccer, Basketball, Cheering, Football)
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Actors Kim Kang-woo and Kim Beom are attempting a fantasy thriller.
Kim Kang-woo and Kim Beom have recently been looking through the offers for "The Gifted Hands" and are about to go into final negotiations. "The Gifted Hands" is being prepared by director Kwon Ho-young from "Parallel Life" and is a fantasy thriller in which a detective predicts a crime and suspects a young graffiti artist as the criminal.
"The Gifted Hands" adds tension by combining the narrative frame of the crime with fantasy elements. Kim Kang-woo is the detective who chases after the young man, played by Kim Beom.
Kim Kang-woo has chosen "The Gifted Hands" after "The Taste of Money" and the Japanese movie "External Affairs". Kim Beom is currently playing the role of Jung Woo-sung's guardian angel in the JTBC drama "Padam Padam... The Sound of His and Her Heartbeats".
"The Gifted Hands" should finish negotiations and contracts soon and start shooting at the end of this month.
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Every trip was beautiful and clearly planned with our interests in mind. Lake Lila was especially spectacular...
Most of all we enjoyed the company of our guides, Joanne and Greg. The weekend would not have been the same without them. It felt like being with old friends, great to be with and difficult to leave... We will remember this trip for years to come.
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I just wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed our canoeing experience on Long Pond this past week. We were a long way from home (SC) and we found exactly the kind of trip we were looking for with your company. Everyone was very helpful and the trip was hassle-free. Most of the day was spent in total solitude and we got to see and hear some loons.
- The Mac Dermut family
Just wanted to drop you a note and thank you for arranging our kayaking day trip on September 20th. It was a terrific experience! Your attention to detail--especially in putting together our lunch did not go unnoticed and was greatly appreciated!
I also want to thank you for introducing us to our guide for the day - Nate. He was the most professional, capable, knowledgeable and personal guide we've ever been out with. His love and enthusiasm for what he does is contagious. It was truly a pleasure to spend the day with him.
I am sure we'll be seeing you guys again. We wish you all the luck with the new store - you're doing a great thing in a great environment!
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Hello Dave!
Your able staff helped us out after you planned a trip with me last month. Very impressive, in the knowledge, enthusiasm and information-sharing departments!
...We are now considering your two-day kayak class...followed by a three day, two night canoe camping trip...you've obviously become my go-to guy for the Adirondack amphibian information.
Thanks again for the guidance and the state of the art gear. It was a truly relaxing getaway.
- Arch Battista
Just wanted to let you know how well I was served last week by your employee Eric at your Floodwood Road location.
Eric helped me find the right canoe and gave a lot of helpful info about the various routes available in the St. Regis. Then in helping me repair my stove, he found it to be missing a part and called MSR and had them send a replacement part to my home. He then rented me a comparable stove that worked well on the trip. Finally Eric brought a pan of water to the counter and tested my water filter to insure it was working properly. The result of all this extra assistance was that I had an excellent trip--just the trip I was looking for - with a good route, the right canoe, and no equipment failures.
It occurred to me while paddling through the wilderness that the kind of -going the extra mile - service that Eric provided seems to be an increasingly rarity here in the NYC metro area where I live and it was very refreshing to encounter it. Keep up the good work. Many thanks.
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Whomever did the nice job writing the geographical comments on the Adirondacks must be a native of the area. It is truly beautiful in every season of the year. But "hilly and sometimes mountainous"? Those are relative terms and from where I've been, they are majestic peaks! I live in the "hills" of Hunterdon County, NJ It's not the same.
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I'd just like to say, on behalf of all (or at least most) of Monroeville Boy Scout troop 210, that you guys are running a great operation, and you can look forward to repeat business from us.
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Just want to take a minute to thank you folks at St. Regis Canoe Outfitters. I stopped at your store to ask directions to Polliwog Pond to locate two campers. Not only did you point me in the right direction and provided me a map, you also told me of a tiny road that was across from a small sign on a tree that said Canoe Carry Path to Hoel Pond. Sure enough, their campsite was at the end of that road and we were able to complete our 6 hour search. Another example of the hospitality found in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains.
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My son Billy & I used your services 4 yrs ago when he was 11. It was our first wilderness trip & it was great! In fact we bought our canoe from you. Looking forward to our first trip of the season later this month - introducing some novices. Wish we could make it back to yr neck of the woods. Best Bill
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Sweet and spicy Pepperonata and gooey Canadian cheddar top this juicy dog. This meal is fast and will fill a large crowd for easy summer grilling.
|Schneiders Red Hots, hotdogs
|Dempsters Hot Dog Buns
|red bell pepper thinly sliced
|onion, thinly sliced
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|cayenne powder
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|balsamic vinegar
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|vegetable or olive oil
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|shredded old cheddar cheese
In a small saucepot add the oil and onions. Cook stirring occasionally on medium low heat to soften to translucent. Add the peppers, cayenne and salt. Cook for another 10 min until softened and liquid has slightly evaporated. Add the vinegar and cook for another 10min to thicken and caramelize the mixture.
This can be made up to 3-4 days in advance and refrigerated.
Toast the buns in a toaster oven or grill.
Place 1 grilled Red Hot dog into each bun.
Top with 2-3 forkfuls of the Pepperonata mixture and sprinkle with cheddar.
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One of the big technology shifts that's been under way for the past few years is "the cloud." The idea behind cloud computing is basically this: Instead of having a large pile of processing power and hard drive space (what information technology wonks like to call "compute assets") of your own, you lease these things from a vendor.


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After being absolutely mesmerised by Swan Lake a few years ago, I've been desperate to see The Nutcracker. So, when I heard that the Nutcracker was coming to Dundee's Caird Hall on Thursday the 9th of November – I knew I had to see it.
Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without a trip to your local theatre for a dazzling production of the most famous Ballet in the world, The Nutcracker. Based on The Nutcracker and the Mouse King written by E.T.A. Hoffmann, it tells the story of Marie, a rather sad little girl, whose godfather Drosselmeyer gives her a nutcracker doll as a present on Christmas Eve, which turns into a prince. When midnight strikes, the world turns all magical in the wintry glitter of Christmas Eve.
Toys come alive, the Mouse-king and his mouse-army battle with the Nutcracker Prince and we travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins. Snow flurries, sweets, princes, magic, love, victories and defeats, and Tchaikovsky's rousing score, are just some of the ingredients that will be brought together by this renowned Russian State Ballet. The Russian State Ballet and Opera House is a gem for the Russian cultural traditions, bringing as they do the passion and vibrancy of Russian character to this well-known ballet. It has built an international reputation for delivering performances of outstanding quality, and never fails to delight audiences.
I'll be reviewing the production on here at the end of next week!
For further information on the Russian State Ballet, please click here: www.russian-state-ballet.co.uk
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Education has gone through dramatic changes during the past several years and our teachers have risen to the challenges. I am incredibly proud of the work I see taking place every day in our pre-K through 12th grade classrooms. The commitment of our teachers often reaches above and beyond the classroom as many of our educators serve as coaches, mentors and class advisors. My administrative team and I recognize there is no harder working and dedicated group of professionals than our Watervliet teachers, and I am grateful to lead a team of educators who do everything possible to inspire, challenge and educate every student, every day.
Speaking of extraordinary educators, our district – especially the elementary school – is extremely proud of grade 3 teacher Jennifer Hoefer who recently received an invitation from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to participate in a one week educational summit (all expenses paid!) in Seattle, Washington this summer. Mrs. Hoefer is the first teacher in the state (outside New York City) to receive this opportunity! Congratulations!
Top 10 studentsI also want to recognize our exceptional students. The high school recently named the Top 10 scholars of the Class of 2015! Congratulations to valedictorian Rachel Grigg and salutatorian Mary Jo DeStefano, as well as Alison Jones, Justyn McHarg, Nicholas Jones, Syeda Kaneez Fatima, Elizabeth Jones, Bridget Hogan, Victor Dobrovlskiy and Rebecca Jones who round out the Top 10. Setting this group apart from any of our previous Top 10 is the fact that 40 percent of this year's top students are siblings. Having quadruplets in any graduating class is special enough, but it's even more unique because all four made it to the Top 10. Congratulations to the Joneses: Ali, Becky, Beth and Nick.
In addition, Beth Jones recently signed her letter of intent to play softball for The College of Saint Rose for the next four years. The three-sport athlete and Top 10 student plans to study education and one day become a teacher and coach.
Facilities generating rentalsWhile on the subject of athletics, our track and field, gymnasium and refurbished auditorium have been generating revenues for the district. In the past few months, our district has collected more than $15,000 in facility rental fees. The installation of the field and auditorium renovations was approved by district residents in December 2011, as part of a capital project that was paid for with state building aid and Qualified School Construction Bonds at no additional cost to taxpayers.
Possible extended day programIn other news, our school district has applied for a multi-year grant through the Belle Jar Foundation that would extend the school day by one hour per day, Monday through Thursday for Watervliet's grade 9 students. My administrative team and I believe that with an extended program, we can provide the help many of our students need to successfully transition to high school and prepare for the academic demands of college and competitive job market. During the extended program, ninth-graders will have an opportunity to strengthen their English and math skills and build 21st century learning skills including time management, teamwork, critical thinking, problem solving and more. Our grant application is currently under review. Stay tuned, we should hear in the next several weeks if our application is successful.
Finally, this week please remember to thank a teacher past or present. It will make their day!


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WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center
Cycle-Tech GmbH v. Patrick Leemann
Case No. DCH006-0023
1. The Parties
The Claimant is Cycle-Tech GmbH, Rüti ZH, Switzerland, represented by MME - Meyer Müller Eckert Partners, Switzerland.
The Respondent is is Patrick Leemann, Herzogenbuchsee, Switzerland.
2. Domain Name
The dispute concerns the following domain name: <cycletech.ch>, which is registered with SWITCH.
3. Procedural History
The Request was filed with the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center (the "Center") on September 6, 2006, by email the hard copy of which reached the Center on September 8, 2006. On September 12, 2006, the Center transmitted by email to SWITCH a request for verification in connection with the domain name at issue. On that same date, SWITCH transmitted by email to the Center its verification response confirming that the Respondent is listed as the holder of the domain name and providing the relevant contact details. The Center verified that the Request together with the amendment to the Request satisfied the formal requirements of the Rules of procedure for dispute resolution proceedings for ".ch" and ".li" domain names ("the Rules"), adopted by SWITCH, the .ch and .li registry, on March 1, 2004.
In accordance with the Rules of Procedure, paragraph 14, the Center formally notified the Respondent of the Request, and the Dispute resolution proceedings commenced on September 18, 2006. In accordance with the Rules of Procedure, paragraph 15(a), the due date for Response was October 18, 2006.
The Respondent has neither filed a Response nor expressed his readiness to participate in a Conciliation in accordance with Paragraph 15(d) of the Rules of Procedure.
On October 12, 2006, the Center notified the Claimant accordingly, who on October 18, 2006, made an application for the continuation of the Dispute resolution proceedings in accordance with specified in paragraph 19 of the Rules of procedure and paid the required fees.
On November 9, 2006, the Center appointed Christophe Imhoos as Expert in this case. The Expert finds that it was properly constituted. In accordance with Rules of Procedure, paragraph 4, the above Expert has declared his independence of the parties.
On November 10, 2006, the Respondent requested from the Center the transmission of the documents in German because of its insufficient command in the English language. The Center advised the Respondent that it would forward the request to the Expert.
4. Factual Background
The Claimant provides an Internet based order service for spare parts for motorcycles, motorbikes, scooter, quads and cars in Switzerland and internationally (Exhibit No. 2 to the Complaint). It introduces itself as a major Internet supplier for such spare parts in Switzerland.
The Claimant registered the domain name <cycle-tech.ch> on December 18, 2003, and uses this domain name for its business (Exhibits Nos. 3 and 4 to the Complaint).
The Respondent registered and uses the domain name <cycletech.ch> as a portal without any proper functionalities; the website only contains links to other websites e.g. the website of Scooterama Christen GmbH <scootertuning.ch> which is a direct competitor of Claimant (Exhibits Nos. 6 to 8 to the Complaint).
5. Parties' Contentions
A. Claimant
The Claimant argues the following:
(i) The Claimant has a right in a distinctive sign under the laws of Switzerland.
Firstly, the Claimant claims right in its business name. Being a limited liability company registered in the Commercial Register of the Canton of Zurich on July 14, 2001, and using the company name on a day to day basis for its business (Exhibits Nos. 2 and 3 to the Complaint), it is the legitimate holder of the business name "Cycle-Tech GmbH". It is therefore entitled to seek protection of its name on an exclusive basis, pursuant to Article 956 of the Swiss Code of Obligations ("CO").
Secondly, the Claimant is entitled to claim defensive rights against the registration or use of the domain name in dispute, pursuant to the Swiss Unfair Competition Act of December 19, 1986 ("UCA").
The Claimant concludes that it has a right in a distinctive sign under the laws of Switzerland.
(ii) The registration and use of the domain name at issue infringes the Claimant's right in a distinctive sign under the laws of Switzerland.
The Respondent registered and obviously uses the domain name <cycletech.ch> in a manner insufficiently distinguishable from the Claimant's company name "Cycle-Tech" used in its day-to-day business which is objectively protected by law pursuant to Articles 956 et seq. CO and case law (ATF 93 II 259), infringing thereby the Claimant's business name.
In addition, the Respondent has committed several breaches of the Swiss Unfair Competition Act (Arts. 2 and 3 para. 1 UCA), especially in using the domain name <cycletech.ch> in a confusingly similar manner with the Claimant's name "Cycle-Tech" in order to attract and divert customers to its own business and to redirect them to other on-line locations, among which a Claimant's competitor, Scooterama Christen GmbH, and a cannabis shop (Exhibits Nos. 5 and 8 to the Complaint).
The Claimant requests, on the aforementioned grounds, the transfer in its favor of the domain name <cycletech.ch>.
B. Respondent
Save as what was mentioned under paragraph 1 above, the Respondent has neither filed a Response within the set deadline nor expressed its readiness to participate in Conciliation in accordance with Paragraph 15(d) of the Rules.
6. Discussion and Findings
Paragraph 24 of the Rules provides that:
(a) The Expert shall decide on the request on the basis of the pleadings of both parties and the submitted documents in conformity with these Rules.
(b) The Expert may only order the deletion or transfer of the domain name, depending on the remedy requested in the request, or reject the request.
(c) The Expert shall grant the request if the registration or use of the domain name constitutes a clear infringement of a right in a distinctive sign which the Claimant owns under the law of Switzerland or Liechtenstein.
(d) In particular, a clear infringement of an intellectual property right exists when:
(i) both the existence and the infringement of the claimed right in a distinctive sign clearly result from the wording of the law or from an acknowledged interpretation of the law and from the presented facts and are proven by the evidence submitted; and
(ii) the Respondent has not conclusively pleaded and proven any relevant grounds for defence; and
(iii) the infringement of the right justifies the transfer or deletion of the domain
name, depending on the remedy requested in the request.
As a result of the repeated reference to "clarity" in the above mentioned provision, the right invoked by the Claimant must be unequivocal and the evidence of confusion or other infringement quite obvious to lead to a transfer or deletion of the disputed domain names. Doubt must benefit the Respondent (I-D Media AG c. Id-Média Sàrl, WIPO Case No. DCp005-0018).
Paragraph 23 of the Rules also provides that if a party, without due cause, fails to comply with the time periods laid down in the Rules, the Expert shall decide on the request on the basis of the case file and that if one party, without due cause fails to comply with a provision of the said Rules, the Expert may draw such inferences therefrom as he considers appropriate.
A. Language of the Proceedings
Paragraph 7(a) of the Rules provides that the proceedings shall be conducted in the language of the Registration agreement without prejudice to the authority of the Dispute resolution service provider, a Conciliator or an Expert, exceptionally to determine otherwise on application by one or both parties or at their own discretion in view of the circumstances of the Dispute resolution proceedings.
Although, from its communication of November 10, 2006, the Respondent seems to acknowledge that, at least, the contact language ("Kontakt Sprache") with SWITCH was in English, it nevertheless requested the translation of the documents in German.
SWITCH confirmed, among others, to the Center on September 12, 2006, that the language of the Registration agreement was in English. The Expert also notes that, save as the Complaint, most if not all documents submitted are in German, and that the Rules are available in German. In addition, the Expert notes that the Respondent submitted its request for translation well after the due date for the Response.
In view of the aforementioned grounds, the Respondent's request is therefore dismissed.
B. The Claimant has a right in a distinctive sign
The Claimant has not submitted any registered trademark rights. The Rules do not require such rights (WIPO Case No. DCp006-0004, Solidworks Corporation v. Christoph Erni).
The Claimant is entitled to rely on the provisions of the Swiss Unfair Competition Act (see e.g. WIPO Case No. DCp006-0011, Evolène O et H Métrailler SA v. Immo-Tourisme Evolène-Région; WIPO Case No. DCp006-0006, Héli-Alpes v. Air-Glaciers SA; WIPO Case No. DCp006-0004, Solidworks Corporation v. Christoph Erni; WIPO Case No. DCp005-0012, Zurich Insurance Company, Vita Lebensversicherungs-Gesellschaft v. Roberto Vitalini)
In addition, the Claimant holds exclusive rights in a distinctive sign pursuant to Article 956 CO, namely on its Company name which was registered in 2001(Claimant's Exhibit No. 2). Such a registration took place well before the registration of the Respondent's domain name <cycletech.ch> which was registered on July 6, 2005 (Claimant's Exhibit No. 1).
The Expert finds that the Claimant has thus met its burden of proof as established by the Rules, paragraph 24(d)(i).
C. The registration or use of the Domain Name at issue constitutes a clear infringement of the Claimant's right
Because domain names identify persons, products, or services via the respective websites, Swiss Federal Supreme Court practice recognizes that domain names are comparable to personal names, business names, and trademarks and therefore can be regarded as distinctive signs (ATF 126 III 239, 244, <berneroberland.ch>). Swiss practice further acknowledges a likelihood of confusion if the (commercial) use of a domain name similar to a name (or mark) creates the risk of a wrong association of the website (ATF 128 III 401, 402, <luzern.ch>). Whether the contents of a website operated under the domain name must be taken into account when examining the likelihood of confusion, currently appears to be subject to a change in practice. Whereas in earlier decisions the Swiss Federal Tribunal held that the content of a website under the corresponding trademark shall be disregarded (see sic! 2003, p. 822 <t-online.ch>; ATF 128 III 401, 403 et seq. <luzern.ch>), a more recent decision suggests otherwise (see sic! 2005, p. 283 <riesen.ch>) (Unigestion Holding S.A. v. ITCG s.c. W. Drewniak, M. Olczykowski, WIPO Case No. DCH2005-0013).
The holder of a company name may seek protection under the UCA; especially when the circumstances in question are covered by the specific purposes and scope of the UCA.
Under Article 3 lit. d) UCA, anyone taking measures aimed at causing confusion with products, works, services or enterprise of a product or service provider, is acting unfairly. Under Article 2 UCA, the protection may be extended to imitations not falling under Article 3 lit. d) UCA, provided specific additional circumstances show the unfairness of the activities (Zurich Insurance Company, Vita Lebensversicherungs-Gesellschaft v. Roberto Vitalini, WIPO Case No. DCp005-0012).
The domain name <cycletech.ch> is confusingly similar to the Claimant's Company name "Cycle-Tech GmbH". Moreover, the Expert is satisfied from the Claimant's submissions that the Respondent's activites amount to unfair and unlawful practices, as described above, within the general meaning of Article 2 UCA.
Hence, the Respondent's infringement of the Claimant's rights under Articles 2 and 3 lit. d) UCA clearly justifies the transfer of the domain name <cycletech.ch> to the Claimant.
The Expert finds that the Claimant has thus met its burden of proof under the Rules, paragraph 24(d)(ii) and (iii)
7. Expert Decision
For the above reasons, in accordance with Paragraphs 24 of the Rules of Procedure, the Expert orders that the domain name <cycletech.ch> be transferred to the Claimant.
Christophe Imhoos
Dated: November 23, 2006


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Five great expressions of love for God and neighbour
The signs of holiness
Last week (http://www.johnthebaptistmoora.com/346443107/5726498/posting/pope-francis-reproposes-the-call-to-holiness) we looked at Gaudete et Exsultate where the Holy Father's goal was to repropose the call to holiness in a practical way. We learnt that holiness hinges around two factors –faith and works. At its core holiness is experiencing, in union with Christ, the mysteries of his life. In practice holiness requires the out-working of faith which is framed by the Beatitudes and achieved when our lives reflect the mercy of God.
Now we cover chapter four, the signs of holiness. The signs of holiness are attitudes which Pope Francis calls "five great expressions of love for God and neighbour" and are a remedy for the dangers of today's culture such as anxiety; negativity and sullenness; the self-content bred by consumerism; individualism; and all those prevalent forms of false spirituality that have nothing to do with God.
The first sign is being grounded in the God who loves and sustains us. This is a sign of our fidelity, born of love, and is the source of our inner strength bringing perseverance, patience and meekness. This is also a "work of grace [that] prevents us from becoming carried away by the violence that is so much a part of life today because grace defuses vanity and makes possible meekness of heart." Being grounded in God we, like the "saints, do not waste energy complaining about the failings of others." We can "hold [our] tongue before the faults of [our] brothers and sisters and avoid the verbal violence that demeans and mistreats others."
In the context of being grounded in God, the Holy Father then talks of (i) humility and how we should welcome humiliation; (ii) of not lording over others; and (iii) of overcoming evil with good. If we do not train ourselves in these ways we will not attain real charity and we will not be set at peace by Christ. Looks like we have some work ahead of us!
I like the second sign better which is joy and a sense of humour. To quote, "[f]ar from being timid, morose, acerbic or melancholy, or putting on a dreary face, the saints are joyful and full of good humour." I like that!
Third, holiness is boldness and passion: "it is boldness, an impulse to evangelize and to leave a mark in this world. To allow us to do this, Jesus [said] … Do not be afraid, I am with you always. These words enable us to go forth and serve with the same courage that the Holy Spirit stirred up in the Apostles, impelling them to proclaim Jesus Christ… Look at Jesus. His deep compassion reached out to others. It did not make him hesitant, timid or self-conscious."
Fourth, "growth in holiness is a journey in community, side by side with others… Each community is called to create a God-enlightened space in which to experience the hidden presence of the risen Lord." In particular, sharing the word and celebrating the Eucharist together fosters fraternity and makes us a holy and missionary community.
Fifth. "Finally, though it may seem obvious, we should remember that holiness consists in a habitual openness to the transcendent, expressed in prayer and adoration. The saints are distinguished by a spirit of prayer and a need for communion with God. They find an exclusive concern with this world to be narrow and stifling, and, amid their own concerns and commitments, they long for God, losing themselves in praise and contemplation of the Lord. I do not believe in holiness without prayer.
Image: Mother Teresa of Calcuta, portrait painting by Robert Pérez Palou


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09 Jan Basics of Ovulation Induction at a Los Angeles Fertility Clinic
Ovulation induction is a process where hormone supplements are used to stimulate egg development and release. Fertility drugs for ovulation induction are designed for women who do not ovulate on their own, such as women with irregular menstrual cycles. The goals of ovulation induction at the top Los Angeles fertility clinics are to produce a single, healthy egg, and to increase the number of eggs reaching maturity during one cycle.
What is Ovulation?
Ovulation is the release of a mature egg from one of the woman's ovaries. Normally, ovulation occurs every 28 days. While ovulation usually occurs 14 days from the start of the menstrual period, the timing varies from woman to woman. Anovulation is the inability to ovulate.
Agents for Inducing Ovulation
Fertility medications are used at Irvine fertility centers to induce two to three eggs to mature to improve the quantity and quality of ovulation. Ovulation induction always involves intrauterine insemination to improve pregnancy rates. The following are ovulation induction medications:
- Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid) – This is an oral medication that blocks estrogen receptors to induce ovulation. Producing an artificial anti-estrogen effect, Clomid makes your body believe that estrogen levels are low, which stimulates the production of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). By inducing superovulation, multiple eggs are released during a menstrual cycle. When taking Clomid, you must be monitored using blood estrogen levels, luteinizing hormone (LH) testing, and ultrasounds.
- Human Menopausal Gonadotropin – Humegon, Pergonal, and Repronex are all forms of human menopausal gonadotropin (hMG). These medications are composed of LH and FSH. Women who need hMG include those who do not ovulate regularly, those who ovulate spontaneously, and those who need to increase the number of eggs in a single cycle. Because the effects of these drugs vary from woman to woman, there is no fixed dosage. This medication is used in combination with in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI). To monitor response, ultrasounds and blood estrogen measurements are used. hMG is only available in injectable form, and it must be self-administered at home.
- Follicle-Stimulating Hormone – Bravelle, Follistim, and Gonal-F are medications used to stimulate the development of multiple eggs during one ovulation induction cycle. FSH products can be used alone or in combination with hMG agents. No fixed dosage is recommended, as results vary from client to client. FSH is only available in injectable form for home administration.
- Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) – Pregnyl, Profasi, and Ovidrel are forms of hCG, which is a natural hormone in the human body. These agents help with the final maturation stage of eggs, and they also trigger the ovaries to release mature eggs. hCG stimulates the corpus luteum (ovary component) to secrete the hormone progesterone, which thickens and prepares the uterus lining (endometrium) to receive the fertilized egg. Ovulation typically occurs 36 hours after a self-administered injection of hCG.
- Leuprolide and Synthetic Gonadotropin Inhibitor – Leuprolide (Lupron) suppresses the brains secretion of LH and FSH. This self-administered injectable agent is used to before giving ovulation induction drugs. Lupron improves the recruitment of follicles by preventing a dominant follicle from forming. This FSH/LH inhibitor prevents premature ovulation by inhibiting LH release. For confirmation of Lupron effectiveness, blood estrogen levels and ultrasounds are done.
Candidates for Ovulation Induction
Women who are 38 years of age or older should not have ovulation induction. These medications are not recommended for women with severe endometriosis, tubal damage, or tubal blockage. Ovulation induction is used for women who:
- Have unexplained infertility
- Are not spontaneously ovulating
- Have long, infrequent, and/or irregular cycles
- Have a male partner with no fertility issues
Pacific Reproductive Center offers the top fertility clinics in Los Angeles, Glendale, Corona and Irvine. This includes ovulation induction, IVF, egg freezing, egg donation, ICSI and more! Call us today for the best treatment options.


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About Us
Founded by Gary Carter, Eagle Training Services specialises in providing training in Security, First Aid, Driving, Safety and Training and Assessment courses. Comprising a team of over 12 staff, the business continues to grow at a steady pace.
Eagle Training Services NT (ETS) was first established in Alice Springs in the year 2000 and became an independent RTO in 2006. Founded by Gary Carter, the business specialises in providing training in Security, First Aid, Driving, Safety and Training and Assessment courses. Comprising a team of over 12 staff, the business continues to grow at a steady pace.
Eagle Training Services is a known and trusted training provider in the Northern Territory and delivers the majority of training and accredited programs to the local markets and remote Northern Territory. We specialise in working with local businesses and corporate clients by providing the ability to contextualise the training to the specific industries as well as their internal policies, procedures and processes. Eagle Training Services has established a reputation for providing high quality training that is not only outcome focused but also enjoyable and fun.
In addition to providing training services ETS also operates as a sales outlet for products and equipment within their areas of expertise. This gives us the advantage that we are not only able to provide competitive prices and supply of the products but we are also able to advise and recommend the best products that would suit the required application. This additional advice is usually not available with other distributors as they are not trained in the application of the equipment. We are also available to attend your site to be able to offer further recommendations of the most suitable equipment or inspect some safety equipment (on the required annual or bi-annual) basis.
Eagle Training Services are distributors for numerous leading brands which enables us to be very competitive on price including BW, Capital Safety (Sala), Chubb, Ferno, Miller and MSA.
Community Activities
Eagle Training Services NT is a community orientated organisation and believes in supporting both local businesses as well as the local community as a whole.
ETS provides volunteer services for the Cattlemen's Association Rodeo, AFL NT, Palliative Care Fundraiser, Big Girls Pyjama Party Cancer fund raiser, Living Waters Toddler Expo, Sports Medicine Australia.
Mission & Values
Mission: Making training fun, easy and worthwhile for everyone.
Values: Customer service, professionalism, integrity, enthusiasm, innovative, value, local


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The mission of the Bank of Lithuania is to bring benefits to society. To accomplish this, we rely on highly-qualified employees, financial and technological resources. As part of the Eurosystem, we cooperate with the European Central Bank and other euro area central banks to make decisions on euro area monetary policy and its implementation. Our vision statement is clear. To implement it, we set strategic directions, establishing specific objectives and tasks to be achieved until 2020. Our work, anchored by certain core values, not only benefits society but also contributes to enhancing the public's trust in the national central bank and the domestic financial system.
MissionOur mission is to bring benefits to society while seeking to foster a reliable financial system and ensure sustainable economic growth. This is the fundamental principle that anchors our activities. Our responsibilities, functions and powers are laid down in the Republic of Lithuania Law on the Bank of Lithuania and other legal acts.
VisionOur vision is an innovative, proactive and open Eurosystem central bank. To this end, we set strategic directions to be achieved until 2020, which set out specific objectives and tasks.
ValuesACCOUNTABILITY: Upholding the principles of honesty and integrity, we base our decisions on professional expertise and hold ourselves accountable to each other, our peers and the general public. TRANSPARENCY: Being open, frank and honest in all communications, transactions and operations, we provide objective information about the activities of the bank and explain its decisions and underlying reasoning to the public. DRIVE: Eager to learn more, we are interested in all things new and avidly seek to implement cutting-edge solutions that would benefit the society.
Consistent fostering of values allows the organisation to achieve maximum benefits for the society and enhance public confidence in the central bank of Lithuania and the domestic financial system as a whole.


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Location: Florida
Welcome back, Gizmo! This sweet girl was adopted from our care previously, but was having trouble keeping a healthy weight in her new home. It was thought best for her to return to FBRN and concentrate on getting her good health back. So far, foster care agrees with Gizmo and she has already gained two full pounds!
Gizmo is partially paralyzed in the back end and incontinent, but does not contend with other health issues common to the Frenchie breed. She has a very sweet personality and is quite popular not only in her foster home, but with the whole neighborhood! Gizmo is looking forward to a great forever home in the future.
While Gizmo works on her nutrition needs and reestablishing herself as the princess of the neighborhood, she could use some funds to help her along the way. Please click on the link to donate and don't forget to send some encouragement to Gizmo. She's so well-mannered, we doubt she'll forget to say thank you!


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I phoned the National Association of Social Workers about 20 years ago and spoke with the General Counsel (top dog attorney) about doing interventions using the traditional Johnson Institute approach (the approach where a counselor sits and "lightly guides" a family in confronting a practicing alcoholic to motivate them to enter treatment using a planned meeting that does not include the alcoholic knowing its true purpose.)
The advice was: It's unethical.
Why!? The lawyer said at the time that it violates client self-determination principles because the alcoholic family member is unaware of the true nature of a surprise family meeting. This could get a licensed professional in the helping professions sued. Working for a hospital at the time, I decided upon a different route (you know how paranoid hospitals are) and developed a "Family Empowerment Model" as I called it. It was also an adaptation from Scott McMillan's work and Ron Rogers work with inpatient alcoholics and their incredible writings on addictive disease. The gist: Using influence and leverage that naturally exists in relationships can help family members be successful in conducting interventions with affected loved ones. The upside of the Family Empowerment Model is teaching others to do interventions more easily, being able to teach more people faster, and reducing risk to the intervention specialist who does not meet with the alcoholic at all. The other upside is teaching intervention skills and allowing the family members to make a paradigm shift to seeing the alcoholic as responsible for treatment and getting effective help, making it non-negotiable, giving up on making addict responsible for the illness. Once this shift is made, which must be routed in education about addictive disease and its bio-genic nature, then all family members become unified, as a runaway train to get the alcoholic enter treatment--and insist so strongly, that they use every incidental crisis that follows any failed attempt--to do it again and again until they are successful. Have you noticed after 50 year,s how few JI traditional "family interventionists" are in your community? I bet you can't name more than one or two, if any at all. Why? If the JI model is so effective, how come there aren't dozens of mental health professionals in every town practicing it? One reason: It's hell. This approach is stressful, time consuming, risky, and costly. It requires an inordinate amount of time and it is not reality based. Why? Simply put, 99% of drug and alcoholism treatment admissions to hospitals occur as a result of family members saying and doing, accidentally on purpose, what worked to motivate the alcoholic or drug addict to enter treatment. They used leverage (the power of resources possessed by one or more persons in the relationship with the addict) and influence (the weight of the relationship's value and what it truly means to the addict) as the key drivers or tools to motivating the alcoholic to enter treatment. If you made it this far in this post, here is what I want to say to EAPs: Teach this stuff to employee clients to boost your EAP utilization.
#family intervention #alcoholism intervention


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Photos of my Motorcycles
These are all photos that I took of my 2002 CBR600F4i plus a couple of my 1986 CB650SC NightHawk. I crashed the NightHawk. A truck turned left in front of me. Totalled the bike.
by debbi @ dekatodesigns.net
updated: Wednesday, 17 September, 2014 - 7:44:32PM MST


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Interesting Post on Windows 8 "Power-Smarts"
As is most of the rest of the Windows-aware world, I've been following the various posts on the Building Windows 8 blog with great interest and regular attention. In fact, checking in on this blog has become part of my regular "keeping up with Windows" routine, and routinely serves as fodder for this blog.
A particularly interesting post popped up this past Tuesday (11/8/2011) entitled "Building a power-smart general-purpose Windows" from Pat Stemen, a Principal Program Manager on Microsoft's Windows 8 OS Kernel development team. It not only details the design objectives for power consumption (less power, more efficiency, longer battery life) that inform Windows 8's ongoing design, it also describes the kinds of testing and measurement Microsoft performs to keep those objectives on-target.
In that vein, I found Stemen's recitation of how each Windows 8 build's power consumption profile is measured particularly interesting, as was his explanation of what happens when occasional software changes introduce spikes in that consumption (ultimately such changes get tracked down and fixed to keep power consumption under control). It also sheds some interesting light on the powercfg.exe utility, and its energy parameter, already available in Windows 7 (as well as Windows 8).
This utility produces the output file identified near the end of the command's on-screen output as captured above, and has lots of interesting things to say about how power is being managed (or not). The resulting HTML page includes a plethora of information about which drivers and power settings defeat or turn off power management functions (sleep, hibernation, suspension, and so forth). I also discovered some very interesting timer settings emerging from some surprising programs (TechSmith's SnagIt and Google Talk, of all things), as well as pretty detailed list of which runtime processes were making "…significant processor utilization" to quote from those report headings.
This is an interesting blog post and is well worth reading. If you've never played with powercfg.exe before, either, it's probably worth a try, too. Please launch cmd.exe using the right-click "run as administrator" option, though: otherwise, the program will refuse to run.


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Winter Snow Storm Hits Knox County Ohio
Knox County Ohio residents got a big surprise this past weekend when 16 inches of snow fell within a 24 hour period. This was the largest single day snow storm for Ohio that was recorded in more than 50 years. On Friday March 7th the county was declared a level 2 snow emergency which means motorists were advised to say home. On March 8th they raised the snow emergency to a level 3 which means only emergency vehilces are allowed to be on the roads. When I woke up Sunday morning the roads were amazingly clean and it was very obvious that the city, the townships and the county had all worked around the clock and their efforts paid off in a big way. Mount Vernon Schools were open Monday morning and the drive to work was smooth with no issues. Traveling the roads in Mount Vernon, Fredericktown, Howard, Gambier, Centerburg and Apple Valley should be back to business as usual and in record time.


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The Flatmates episode 168, from BBC Learning English
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CBS' new reality series Same Name lost a large part of Big Brother's audience, despite the fact that promoting the new series took up a significant amount of time during Big Brother, including a visit by David Hasselhoff.
About 5.27 million people watched David Hasselhoff and David Hasselhoff switch lives, down more than 1.5 million from those who watched Brendon and Rachel fighting again. Same Name is the same kind of contrived series like Undercover Boss, except no one's undercover during the heavily set-up fish-out-of-water situations.
Among viewers 18 to 49, there was "a 38 percent dropoff," and Media Life called that "a disappointing debut." However, it did do better than the repeats CBS aired in the timeslot; TV By the Numbers said that was "a slow start but still the best adults 18-49 ratings for the time period since the Survivor finale in May."
I honestly wonder how much the extensive product placement helped or hurt the debut. The promotion dragged on and got annoying, and it actually made the series seem less compelling than some of its previews did. Then again, without the help of the Big Brother producers and houseguests, Same Name might have done even worse.


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Taka, Dalvar, and the Enchanted Forest2 min read
Trading with Death is a short story, a time filler for annoying free time; the time created by others who can't be bothered to be on time. There are lots of things going on in the story that will keep a reader's mind occupied. Here are some thoughts that occupied mine.
Taka and Dalvar are two sisters walking through the woods. Where did these names come from? They sound great to say. I wanted to know what country they might be in and what language they might be speaking.
Taka, the older sister, is quite protective of Dalvar and worried about the steady deterioration of Dalvar's health. There seems to be an acceptance by Taka that Dalvar is going to die, but Taka wants to help Dalvar face that prospect without fear and in as little pain as possible.
I think their ages are important. The ages are not initially explicitly given but there is a reference point from which the reader can figure it out. It's a short story, so go on and figure it out. You have time.
The woods are important. The description of the forest takes up a major part of the story and creates a powerful image. Part of that is the absence of birds and other life that Taka is used to. They are in a forbidden part of the forest. Taka decided to use it as a shortcut to go home out of consideration for Dalvar's health. Dalvar accepts this and is not afraid because Grandma told her it was safe.
Grandma might be a ghost. Or Grandma might be Death. Since Death is a certainty and real, I don't think Grandma can be both. At any rate, it is only Dalvar that can see and communicate with Grandma. At least at first.
And that is the mystery of the story and what makes it worth reading. To comment further on the story would be a spoiler. It is a short, fun story full of description. You are invited to a walk in a somewhat enchanted forest.


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A very slow week, last week, for yours truly. Well I say that. There was stuff happening. The week just ended rather quickly. Between all the random things going on (house work, summer shenanigans with friends, family time, etc) I did manage to get something checked off my list! My coworkers and I volunteered to run the town carousel for a few hours on Sunday. While running it, my parents brought my nephew around and we all took a ride. That's it though. So besides celebrating my mom's birthday, attending a farewell potluck for an acquaintance and getting to have a drink with one of my besties who was in from out of town, that was my seek.
Until next time
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How To Earn Passive Income
Learn How To Get To $5000 A Month By Making Your First $5 Online.
This information is for the people who don't make money online and who would like to.
My name is Shaun Baird and for the last 20 years I have been a serial optimist who starts businesses, joins MLM's, looks at business opportunities, seeks out anything to do with "being a boss" or working for myself.
I've investigated get rich quick schemes, franchises and dabbled at most things online that promise quick riches,
The purpose of this post is to reignite the passion within you.
If you've ever had that urge, whether it's a tiny fleeting thought, or a heart pulsing desire to "make it big" then I understand you, and believe in you.
You are most certainly not alone in wanting to be your own person.
I want to help you get to your first $5 online, and then show you how you can simply duplicate what you just did so that it turns and grows into $5000 per month.
I also want to point out that this must be done through generating a "passive income". Not only that, it needs to be a long term passive income.
Ok, now that's the waffle, hype, fluff and filler, and a quick introduction out of the way, lets say we begin eh?
I know my time is busy, I'm, sure you've got better things to be doing than reading about what this crazy dude called Shaun is up to.
If you weren't already aware there is a distinct difference between a passive income and an income created through working at a job.
After the job finishes and you go home your income stops dead in it's tracks.
After you've created a passive income the income keeps coming when you go home, and continues on pretty much indefinitely.
How would you like it if I rolled a single coin to you once a day? Would it make you rich? Could it pay your bills?
No? Hope not.
Now, how about if I rolled 3000 coins towards you all at the same time and did the same thing every day.
Sure it's going to get messy and a pain in the head to count, but heck, if you get to keep it, that's nice money for free right?
So, build a website and figure out how to make that website send you a coin a day.
What about the beauty of MLM?
Heck! I know a lot about MLM. I mean a LOT…
I must have spent 10 years actively pursuing it, and reaching success at times. I've got the tapes and the books and actually "talk a good talk", often surprising even myself at what I know.
However the reason I never stuck at it, or all the other things is because like most people I had flitted from one thing to another when I hit an obstacle.
The obstacle could have been anything at all. It could have been a problem with marketing, a fear of cold calling, an ability to deal with conflicts.. anything.
You know, a family member (who is a successful printer) once told me that I should just "keep trying all the things" until I find one I could do.
I saw the merit in that, as it also dealt with the notion of getting right back up if you fell at a hurdle.
Now, the good thing with MLM is if you recruited 20 people then some would be bad, some ok and some great, with some doing nothing at all.
The money still comes in though, which is nice, but for this "privilege" you still have the "benefit" of your recruits constantly calling you, asking you to attend meetings with prospects, going to seminars, going out leafleting etc etc.
The passive income with MLM still comes at a price. The price is worth paying if you reach the dizzying 5 and 6 figure monthly earners status, however it's worth noting that there are still a vast majority of people in MLM who never hit the big time, but still have to deal with all the "privileges" of doing MLM.
There is another way you'll be glad to hear
The way I prefer to make passive income is through building small websites (without any skills I must add).
I figure out how to build a website in a day, add a way of getting money out of it, and sussing out how to drive free organic traffic to it (none of that paid traffic for me, no no no).
Then I promote that site until it hits around $1 a day or more in "regular income" and build a second site.
All I do is rinse and repeat.
I've got a small army of websites quietly pumping out money every day whether I stay in bed or go and sit in the garden.
Anyway, enough of the waffle.
You can, and you can EASILY do the same (yes, I really do mean it). I did it with nothing more than a deep "heart wrenching" desire to get my life sorted out.
Yeah, it was time to sort out the men from the boys.
Now you could if you wanted make $5 quickly buy selling your old socks or knee supports or combs on eBay (joke), although they do say its a place where you can sell anything.
Maybe you'll get the bug and set up your own eBay sock selling empire.. who knows…
What happens though when one day you want to go on holiday for 10 months or you are unable to get online for 10 months do to any circumstance?
Your income goes…
No more passive income… slaps on the wrists, needing to get a job, talking with creditors… it really isn't all that pretty.
So, let me introduce to you to the one thing that has changed my life. It's the one thing that has forced me to cancel all my memberships at other sites, close down all my websites and get rid of all other distractions.
Ok, ok.. ok. ok…. OK! STOP Before you go running off at the "notion" that "oh it's one of those stupid blogging things".. "huh I'm sick of all this online BS".
Just before you click away, please please please ask yourself why you read this report?
It is probably because you aren't where you are meant to be.
Even if you've tossed this idea aside in the past, I can guarantee it's probably been cast aside based on some half-weight thought in your mind that it's either too hard, time consuming, or doesn't work, or you cant write etc etc etc.
There are always reasons given by people as to why they shouldn't do this.
I can't stop you, but I want to help stop you going round in circles.
Do you REALLY want to earn $5000 a month (that's better read if you say out loud FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS each and every month… passively) ?
Come on, let me do a little bit of hand holding.. is that ok?
If you can type, click a single button and generally work your way around the basics of a computer you will be fine – as long as you have that all important "raging fire" deep within. Think of the Rocky song "Hearts on fire.. strong desire.. rage is deep within"…
If you enjoy writing emails to friends then I guarantee you will really love doing this. Not because it involves emailing friends because it doesn't but it does involve you doing some general typing so that you can write snippets of information (I promise nothing technical.. all plain and simple).
If you want to earn a passive income online then please, manage to trust me, if that is in any way possible, when I tell you that this blogging stuff works… extremely well, and can be deeply lucrative.
If you read my wordpress goldmine review you'll realize what I mean.
I am good friends with dozens of members there who are all now actively chasing their dreams.
Many are hitting $100 a month for the first time, others are now hitting $100 a day and others are now going on to reach that elusive 4 figure monthly income that starts at $1000 a month then upwards.
I conducted a poll in the forum not long after I started to ask how much people were earning.
There were some people in there doing over $6000 a month, many hitting $1000 to $2000 and others just starting out too.
Anyway, the point I am trying to get to is to say that WordPress Goldmine has been instrumental in helping me hit that elusive passive income.
Every month I have been there my income has grown, and you could do the same.
If you can commit in your mind to trying this for 6 months, like I did you'll be pleasantly surprised.
It only costs $1 for a full 7 day trial. You get full access to see if it's for you, but if you join through my link, and need help, just send me a PM in the forum.. sound fair?
That's a little bit of hand holding, and your first friend inside!
Come and join me in earning a passive income online through the magic of wordpress goldmine.
Seriously though… this way to earn a passive income online completely knocks spots off of MLM programs. It's got all the benefits and none of the drawbacks.
This is one of the best examples of passive income I have ever known.
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Liability threshold modeling of genes and environment in case-control studies Abstract Gene-environment interaction, which we define as the joint effect of genes and environment that cannot be explained by their independent marginal effects, is broadly recognized as one of the potential sources of missing heritability in genome-wide association studies. Indeed, even if genetic effects are not biologically mediated by environmental factors, one can expect to see higher genetic risks (higher SNP odds ratios) in disease cases carrying lower risks from environmental factors as compared to disease cases carrying higher environmental risks. Our work has provided compelling evidence of this type of interaction in our applied work on type 2 diabetes. The current proposal focuses on this type of interaction, motivated by the established idea that the main goal of studying gene-environment interaction is not to identify interactions per se, but rather to identify genes that would not be identified by standard marginal tests. Surprisingly, despite the huge potential for improvement in power, methods that optimally account for this type of gene-environment interaction have yet to be applied to case-control studies. In particular, as we show below, standard approaches such as using environmental risk factors as covariates, as well as previously developed statistical tests for gene-environment interaction, all fail to capture the available increase in statistical power. In this proposal, we will develop methods based on liability threshold modeling that attain superior power in the presence of interaction effects of this type. We will apply these methods to large type 2 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis data sets involving tens of thousands of samples.
Susceptibility to type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and a wide range of other diseases is known to be due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors, but association studies have had only partial success in identifying the underlying genetic risk variants-thus the search continues. Because disease may be due to either genetic or environmental factors, diseased individuals with low environmental risks are likely to harbor increased genetic risk relative to diseased individuals with high environmental risks. In this proposal, we develop and apply new methodology to exploit this statistical gene-environment interaction in order to identify genetic risk factors with increased statistical power.
|Aschard, Hugues; Vilhjálmsson, Bjarni J; Joshi, Amit D et al. (2015) Adjusting for heritable covariates can bias effect estimates in genome-wide association studies. Am J Hum Genet 96:329-39
|Cornelis, Marilyn C; Zaitlen, Noah; Hu, Frank B et al. (2015) Genetic and environmental components of family history in type 2 diabetes. Hum Genet 134:259-67
|Zaitlen, Noah; Pasaniuc, Bogdan; Sankararaman, Sriram et al. (2014) Leveraging population admixture to characterize the heritability of complex traits. Nat Genet 46:1356-62
|Gusev, Alexander; Bhatia, Gaurav; Zaitlen, Noah et al. (2013) Quantifying missing heritability at known GWAS loci. PLoS Genet 9:e1003993
|Zaitlen, Noah; Lindström, Sara; Pasaniuc, Bogdan et al. (2012) Informed conditioning on clinical covariates increases power in case-control association studies. PLoS Genet 8:e1003032


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