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So Carl Icahn is back to make another attempt at the board of directors of Biogen, one of the largest of the biotech companies. (For reasons that a securities lawyer would best be able to figure out, Icahn is also proposing to change the company's jurisdiction of incorporation to North Dakota, and no, I'm not just making that part up). This comes after his adventure at Imclone, where he successfully caused the company to cease to exist, selling it out to Eli Lilly at a good profit.
The people who work at Biogen are worried, with good reason. Icahn is seen as a fast-buck artist, someone who comes in to pump up the stock and unload the company, entire or in pieces, to whomever will pay. None of this has much to do with the business of researching new drugs. That's always been a source of tension in the industry (marketers and researchers don't seem to have genomes that overlap very much). But a Carl Icahn represents the furthest that the it's-a-business attitude can go: not only is it just a business, it's a short-term one, and you're not making what you should out of what you've got, and why don't you just sell it all out now? "Here, move over, let me show you what I mean. . ."
What this will do is spread more worry and uncertainty around in a business that already had plenty, thanks very much. And if Biogen's shareholders and board don't tell Icahn to buzz off, it could well end, eventually, with the company dismembered and its scientific expertise scattered or lost outright. But profitably, of course. Always profitably.
Derek Lowe blogs from inside the drug labs at In the Pipeline.
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You know how skeptics argue that electric vehicles don't make any sense because "you're just transferring the pollution from the tailpipe to the smokestack"? Heard that one? They have a point in some heavily coal-dependent states, but a minor one.
There's actually not a whole lot of reliable information on the coal question when it comes to electric cars. The Electric Power Research Institute didn't have any available figures, but after doodling on a notepad came up with an estimate that, even from a heavily coal-reliant grid, electric battery cars are 30 to 40 percent cleaner than an average gasoline car in terms of greenhouse gas production.
But that's what's true today. In what is sure to be a controversial decision, the Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday (when half of official Washington had already left town for Christmas) said that it is putting into place sweeping greenhouse gas standards for both power plants and petroleum refineries. This is going to require a new back-of-the-envelope calculation, because coal plants are going to get cleaner (and thus electric vehicles will gain a further advantage).
The standards for power plants, which came following state and green group lawsuits demanding greenhouse regulation, will be proposed next July and enacted in May 2012. (The schedule for refineries is different.)
Now it's obvious that the Obama administration isn't going to pass a cap-and-trade greenhouse gas reduction plan through Congress — it couldn't do that even in the current Congress, before the Republican mid-year deluge. Predictably, this unilateral decision is going to set off howling about both the timing and the end-run quality of the plan.
In a conference call, EPA Assistant Administrator Gina McCarthy was careful to deflect my question about there being any kind of carbon cap in this new plan, which uses the Clean Air Act as cover (remember, carbon dioxide is officially a pollutant) for what are called New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) that will "set the level of pollution new facilities may emit and address air pollution from existing facilities."
Sounds kind of like a cap to me, but McCarthy said that the cap-and-trade approach "looks at how much greenhouse gas you emit from all sectors. This is very different: We're looking at specific sectors and what they can achieve, then enacting a plan that will apply to emissions within that sector."
Needless, to say, utilities and their allies in Congress aren't going to see the distinction there. Matthew Wald of the New York Times asked during the conference call, "Is the Republican House going to let you do this?" And that's the key question.
According to Scott Segal, an attorney for both utilities and refineries, "Today, the EPA commits the country to an unrealistic timetable for the regulation of global greenhouse gases…By singling out the energy sector, EPA puts the nation's fragile economic recovery at risk and stifles job creation."
Not surprising that they played the job card there, though neither refineries nor power plants are huge employers. Segal also said that hospitals are among the victims if energy prices go up, which is kind of ironic because power plant air pollution actually sends a lot of people to the hospital.
The EPA is already on a collision course with Texas, where the rabidly anti-environmental Gov. Rick Perry, a presidential aspirant, is refusing to go along with federal climate regulation plans. The governor's office says that EPA greenhouse regulation "paints a big target on the backs of Texas agriculture and energy producers and the hundreds of thousands of Texans they employ,"
Also not surprising was the fact that greens are applauding the news:
Earthjustice: "The EPA has a legal duty to respond to the very real dangers of global warming pollution by setting strong limits on carbon pollution from power plants and refineries."
Environment America: "For years, coal-fired power plants have been allowed to emit unlimited amounts of global warming pollution into our air, which is a major reason why coal-fired power plants are currently the largest single source of global warming pollution nationwide."
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As you know, we welcomed two new staff members to our team this year; Community Engagement Director LaShawnda Crowe Storm, and Program Director Erin Kelley. But how much do you really know about Erin and LaShawnda? We asked our new directors a few fun questions to help us—and you—get to know them a little better! Keep reading to learn about why they joined Spirit & Place Festival, what dreams they have for the future, and their hidden secret talents.
Q:Home town?
Q: College?
Ball State (B.S. in sociology & history ) and IUPUI (M.A. in public history)
Q: First job?
Gift shop cashier at the Indianapolis Zoo when I was 14.
Q: Favorite childhood memory?
Riding my bicycle all over town with my friends with no instruction other than to be home by the time the street lamps turned on.
Q: If you could describe yourself in three words what would they be?
Honest, Hardworking, Impish
Q:What attracted you to Spirit & Place Festival?
I've loved being a part of the festival as an attendee, program partner, and volunteer for more than a decade. Being a part of the festival as a program partner and (committee) volunteer made me a better public programmer and helped me understand the power of community collaborations. To actually be getting paid to work with others and help them see the benefits of being engaged with Spirit & Place is still a bit unreal to me!
Q: What dreams do you have for Indy?
My dream for Indy is that it can achieve greatness in a new and different way from other growing cities; I want Indy to be a place that makes space for everyone, from all walks of life and backgrounds.
Q: What is one secret talent you have?
I am unnervingly adept at picking things up with my toes.
Q: Favorite blog:
Museum 2.0 by Nina Simon.
Q: Favorite Indy restaurant:
This changes frequently, but right now I'm a fan of Bent Rail.
Q: Hometown?
Q: College?
University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Q: What Attracted you to Spirit & Place Festival?
Lots of variations on the same theme.
Q: What dreams do you have for Indy?
Racial Equity
Q: What is one secret talent you have?
Dancing under the stars.
Q: Favorite blog?
For Harriet
Q: Favorite Indy Restaurant?
Bru Burger
And now you know our new staff members a little better than you did before! We are so excited to see how Erin and LaShawnda help shape Spirit & Place Festival in the future and what we can dream up together for the 2015 Festival!
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Lena Hill's LENA & FRIENDS Set for The Lemon Room @ ZajacStudio Tonight
The lemon room @ ZajacStudio is delighted to welcome Lena Hill as she makes her cabaret debut accompanied by LA favorite musical director Cassie Nickols. The evening includes tunes ranging from the legit standards of Rogers & Hammerstein to the newest showstoppers from recent Broadway seasons. This diverse set of songs gives Lena a chance to show a voice that has no limits, a shimmery and vibrant head voice to a belt that could peel paint off the walls!
Three of Lena's cast-mates from last season's award winning and LA Critic's Pick production of 'Company' join her in duets from shows like Chess, Carousel, and Wicked. Jon Hand, Zeffin Quinn Hollis, and Ben Rovner are all actors with extensive musical theatre credits now based in Los Angeles. The four capitalize on an intuitive and electric ensemble built through twelve weeks of sold out performances earlier this year at the Crown City Theatre.
The performance is tonight, November 19th, 2013 at 8:00pm. the lemon room @ ZajacStudio is the new exclusive private performance venue for ZajacStudio Los Angeles. Conveniently located near the 101, 170, and 405 freeways in Valley Village. Full details emailed to confirmed attendees only. To RSVP, contact email@example.com or call (818) 766-5974 with your name, number in party, phone and email address.
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Lena Hill (originally from Weatherford, Texas) has sung with the Fort Worth Symphonic Chorus which performed at the Meyerson Symphony Hall with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Carnegie Hall with the New York City Pops. She also performed in the Angel Chorus for the choral presentation of PARADISE LOST: SHADOWS AND WINGS at the Disney Concert Hall and was in the world premiere of the same musical at Theatre @ Boston Court which was nominated for 10 Ovation Awards. She has had the honor of performing in two world premier musicals at the Kirk Douglas Theatre; A VERY OLD MAN WITH ENORMOUS WINGS and THE VERY PERSISTENT GAPPERS OF FRIP. She has performed in many national and regional commercials. http://www.lenahill.com
Jon Hand (a Medford, New Jersey native) spent two years studying at the Beverly Hills Playhouse where he created/workshopped a new screenplay MARK AND AMY and took part in a musical review, HEART AND MUSIC. Originally from New Jersey, Jon was in the BFA Musical Theatre program at Penn State University for three years, before finishing his degree at the Catholic University of America with a Bachelor of Music. In January 2014, Jon will join the cast of LES MISÈRABLES for Fresno Grand Opera starring Peter Lockyer as Jean Valjean.
Zeffin Quinn Hollis (Wichita, Kansas native) has appeared as a principal artist in many of the world's significant opera houses including Dallas Opera, New York City Opera, Santa Fe Opera, Opera Pacific, Opera Theater of Pittsburgh, Palm Beach Opera, Opera Delaware, Toledo Opera, New Orleans Opera, Hungary's Szeged & Pécs National Theaters, and the Lviv National Theater (Ukraine). Hollis is quite identifiable in the top echelon of new music, working on composers' premieres of the likes of Jake Heggie, Tobias Picker, Tarik O'Regan, and New York City Opera's famed VOX Festival, which showcases new works. Also, Hollis has led two broadcast productions for Mezzo Television; as John Proctor, in The Crucible; and Maguire, in Tobias Picker's European premiere of Emmeline. Both of these award-winning productions were directed by the renowned director of the Hungarian State Theater, Róbert Alföldi, and broadcast to over 40 countries on Mezzo Television. An accomplished director and acting coach, he is the founder of Singing Actor's Lab in Los Angeles. For more information on Hollis, visit http://www.zeffin.com.
Ben Rovner (Naperville, IL native) most recently headed the Crown City Theatre's critically acclaimed production of COMPANY. He has received many theater awards from Stage Scene LA. Other credits include Oberon in A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM, Kenny in FUDDY MEERS, Flip in THE APPLE TREE, and Edward Kynaston in COMPLEAT FEMALE STAGE BEAUTY. Ben co-wrote and starred in the smash hit A BIG GAY NORTH-HOLLYWOOD WEDDING and produced and played Jack in BOYS LIFE. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3697378/
Cassie Nickols - Musical Director Pianist and Los Angeles native, began her piano studies at the age of three. She was "Most Outstanding Graduate" in May 2010 from the Thornton School of Music at the University of Southern California with a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance under the tutelage of Bernadene Blaha. Her performances and musical experiences range from solo classical piano recitals to rock concerts at clubs such as The Knitting Factory, the Key Club, and the Whisky a Gogo; from Greek Folk Dance and Music Festivals to pit orchestras; from chamber music performances to movie recordings. Cassie was the musical director for The Repertory East Theatre's production of Cabaret in 2011 and the pianist for My Way: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra, The Fiddler on the Roof, and The Wizard of Oz at the Canyon Theatre Guild in Newhall, CA. She was the keyboardist for the west coast premiere of The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, one of her favorite productions, performed at the Pico Playhouse in West Los Angeles. Cassie was the keyboardist/ bassist/ vocalist in the rock band Relax to Paris for six years through her high school and undergraduate schooling and has recently taken pleasure in performing Greek music on the keyboard and accordion. Cassie recognizes the importance of versatility in music and utilizes her knowledge of different musical backgrounds in her performance and teaching.
Nancy Dobbs Owen has danced both nationally and regionally with ballet and modern companies and as a ballerina and a Meg cover in the National Tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera. LA choreography includes Skeleton Stories (Best Choreography Nomination, BroadwayWorld.com) and Have You Seen Alice at Theatre of NOTE, Assassins with Sight Unseen Theatre, M. Butterfly, Sweeney Todd (Seven Ovation nominations) and Working (Outstanding Choreography, Small Theater) all at the Production Company, The Snow Queen (Memorable Choreography, Small Theater) at the Fremont Centre Theatre as well as additional choreography for I'd Rather Be Right at the Hudson Theater, Dolls! at the Santa Monica Playhouse and Pacific Opera Project's recent critical and commercial hit production of The Mikado. She made her LA directorial debut in August 2012 directing and choreographing SkyPilot Theatre's smash hit War Bride, which received rave reviews, an extension and 7 StageScene LA awards, including Outstanding Direction of a Play. Nancy is a founding member of Weyward Sisters Productions, a multimedia Production Company focused on creating beautiful, thought provoking, emotionally bare work in film, theater, music and visual/fine art. She is a proud member of AEA, SAG-AFTRA and an associate member of SDC. http://www.nancydobbsowen.com
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The Calorie Formula -understand Them and Lose Them
We have all heard of those new diets, Atkins, low carb, high protein etc. Some of us have tried them with good results. There's no doubt about that they work.
They all have one thing in common though - they give us the impression that we no longer have to think about, or bother about, calories.
Nothing could be more far from the truth, unfortunatly. Calories still do count! What these new diets basically do is that they make you feel more satisfied on fewer calories. There are no mystical ingredients or unknown secrets that can change the law of energy balance. In other words, nothing will ever change the fact that if your metabolic system doesn't consume more energy than you take in, you will gain weight. If your metabolic system consumes more energy than you take in, you will lose weight. Period. The universe is made that way.
What are calories then? Are they some small evil molecules hiding in the food, just waiting to invade your body and make your life a fatty hell? No, of coarse they're not.
A calorie is just a word that defines a certain amount of energy, nothing else.
One calorie is the energy it takes to heat one gram of water one degree celcius. Mostly on food packages, the amount of calories are presented as kcal, which means kilo calories i.e. 1000 calories. So, one kcal is the energy it takes to heat one kilo, or one liter, of water one degree celcius. When a fitness chart or table says you burn for example 250 calories per half hour when jogging, it means 250 kilocalories.
Since calories are energy units, they apply to all kinds of energy, not only food. For example lighting a 60W lightbulb obviously takes some energy. The energy it takes to light it for 1,5 hour equals the calories you'll get when eating 1 piece of cheesecake! If you could fill your car up with BigMacs, you could travel almost 0.5 mile on one BigMac!
Does this knowledge make us any happier? Perhaps not but it can give us an idea on how different excercises will burn calories. Calories are consumed by performing work, in physical meaning. The amount of calories consumed equals power multiplied with distance, power x distance.
What does it mean? It means that the higher the power applied to an exercise and the longer the distance this power is in effect, the more calories are burned.
You can easily see that this explains why low intensity training like walking can be very effective, provided the distance is of significant length. You can also see that if you apply more power i.e. higher intensity, you will burn more calories compared to walking slowly the same distance.
Many people avoid to start excercising because last time they made an attempt they started at a high intensity level. The result is horrorful memories of short-of- breath, nearly- fainting, close- to- death feelings. The assumption that high intensity is the only way to burn calories is probably the reason most of us never develop a habit of regular exercise.
Next time you decide to improve your fitness level, remember the formula power x distance. Start by walking in a pleasant pace in let say half an hour three times a week. Increase the time (distance) by a quarter of an hour for the next three weeks.
After four weeks you will feel better, look better and healthier and you will also discover that you have automatically increased your walking speed. Without even notice. What does that mean? It means that you have automatically increased the power factor in the formula wich in turn means more calories burned!
The next step in your training program is your own choise. You can either increase distance or pump up your walking speed. If you have the time, why not both?
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Dont Blame Me If Im Fat!
In a culture of blame-shifting we often look for someone to blame for our predicament. Being overweight is no different - who is to blame for obesity?"It's the fast food outlets - supplying us with fatty foods""Our thin-obsessed society is putting all sorts of pressure on even slightly overweight folks""The weight loss industry is to blame - after all if everyone was slim - they would go out of business"Some will simply blame the overweight person - making generalizations and attaching unhelpful labels to the person.
Lose Weight NOW! - Do or Die Time!
Some of you will not like what I'm going to say, even though it is the truth. That may be where the issue of America's health problems lies.
Body Composition And Weight Loss: They Are Related!
The world today has more obese and overweight people than any other time in history. The reasons are simple � too much bad foods and not enough exercise and weight training.
Natural Weight Loss: Add to Your Diet and Add Years to Your Life
As I was saying in my past articles, others have added years back to there life with a few added ingredients. They also added energy and youth.
The Dirty Little Diet Secret
Have you ever wondered how actors stay in such great shape? You know they couldn't starve themselves all the time, because you can see their weight fluctuate from movie to movie, depending on the role they're playing. The fact is Hollywood's slim and slender are hiding a dark secret from you, their adoring fan.
Eating Out
I know how difficult it can be do stick to a healthy diet when trying to eat out. Here are some tips that might prevent you from totally "blowing it" the next time you dine out.
Close Kept Secrets to Weight Loss Lesson #12
Are you just exploding with the presence of light all around you? Isn't it awesome when you take time out for yourself, how amazing you feel? Just keep believing in yourself and the miracles will keep happening. The right people will show up and the right opportunities will show up.
Calcium - The Key To Quick Weight Loss
Are you dieting your way to bone loss?Are you aware that the diet you follow may be depleting your bones of essential nutrients and increasing your chances of developing osteoporosis? Popular diets may promise quick weight loss, but calcium and other important nutrients are often missing from the menu, which can lead to bone loss.And women who consistently limit what they eat to avoid gaining weight may undermine the health of their bones, according to a study by ARS researchers in California.
Gastric Bypass Surgery - How Fast Will I Lose The Weight?
The gastric bypass procedure isn't for everyone, but those who've had it - an you will of heard of the success stories tooted by the marketing wizards and infomercials, the gastric bypass achieves maximum results and starts 'working' right away after surgery. Well it would, since patients are unable to eat more then a few spoon fulls of food per serving!For those that endure this mental torture (I'm kidding, I just can't imagine eating so little with my personal love of food!) weight is lost extremely rapidly.
Finally, Natural Weight Loss Availalble, Judge Lifts Ban on Ephedra
April 14, 2005 federal judge Tena Campbell of the federal district court in Salt Lake City Utah reversed the ban on ephedra.Ephedra is an herb used over 5000 years ago to treat several disorders, such as asthma and bronchitis.
Do Diet Pills Really Work?
You've seen diet pill advertisements? You have read the testimonials claiming diet pills work. You have often wondered - will diet pills work for me?For fast weight loss, diet pills can work.
Weight Loss and Exercising Staying Power - Three Magic Words!
My name is Greg Ryan. I am a best selling author of online e-books, high profile fitness expert, former employee of the Kathy Smith, champion bodybuilder and CEO.
Alternatives When Considering Liposuction
One alternative method to traditional and tumescent liposuction is mesotherapy. Mesotherapy involves a series of injections of varying ingredients.
How to Eat All You Want and Still Lose Weight
How would you like to eat all you want and still lose weight, or maintain your trim figure? Sounds impossible? Have you seen those skinny young women who eat like horses, with plate after plate of food at the buffet table without putting on any weight? Ok, so some of them may be bulimic. You know, the sort who eat all they want, then go to the toilet to throw up everything they just ate.
3 Guilt Free Fat Burning Food After Dinner Snacks
Want an after dinner snack? Jealously watching your family consume full-fat ice-cream, biscuits and cakes as you're reading this, and feeling left out? Then try these delicious alternatives, designed not to limit your calorie intake, but to be satisfying, providing nutrient-rich and low energy dense food.Fat Burning Snack Idea No.
Healthy Hydration
Water is an essential component of the human body and is critical to successful weight loss and exercising. Yet many people don't understand the importance of staying well-hydrated and what it takes to stay that way.
Weight Loss and Dieting Secret #1 - IN and OUT
Any dietary plan on the market has some portion of it that works, but the basic principle of any good eating program, no matter how sugarcoated, centers around calories IN- calories OUT.The eating "only one type of food diets" will not be effective, and such a restricted diet defeats you mentally.
The Hidden Truth About Diets
Quick, what's the first thought that pops into your head when you hear the word "diet?" Probably that when you're on one, you feel like you're going to "d-i-e" right?!WHAT EXACTLY IS A DIET?Most people believe that a diet is something that involves pain, suffering, and giving up foods we enjoy. Some of the symptoms of "being on a diet" usually include being hungry and cranky all the time.
Rejuvenation and the Protein Revolution
Rejuvenation and the Protein Revolution in Your Kitchen�2003 Marilyn DiamondIf you're like me, you want to see some serious rejuvenation when you look in the mirror. But you're not interested in Botox, chemical peels, micro-dermabrasion, lypo-suction, jaw and cheek implants and all the other pricey, temporary, somewhat invasive "solutions.
Bodybuilding Weightloss Diet Tips And Strategies
Just the facts on bodybuilding weightloss strategies that work. No fluff or filler here.
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Do children gift their teachers with bouquets of spring flowers anymore? I hope so. It was a spring ritual in my family to present our teachers with lilac bouquets cut from the back yard hedge. The teacher always had a vase in the closet, and she would set the bouquet right on the front of her desk where the whole class would be able to enjoy it. Even some of the naughtiest boys could be caught sneaking a whiff as they walked past the desk. To this day I can't smell a lilac without being transported back to my third grade class. Mrs. Davis made such a fuss about the beautiful bouquet and how it would brighten the day for our whole class.
My mother and grandmother were gardeners and flowers were a coveted prize after a long Minnesota winter. Tulips, lilacs, peonies, poppies, iris, roses, delphinium, snaps, petunias and more marked time as they entered and exited the gardens at the direction of the summer sun. Mums were the final hurrah of the season, one last shout out to the heavens before winter's shroud entombed the skeletal remains of summer's blossoms. As the combines hummed in the fields, farm women tucked tulips into the soil in anticipation of the return of warm spring days.
I married a man who also grew up in a gardening family, and we planted flowers and perennials at both the houses we rented in our early years. There were some who thought we were silly, but it made us happy and the neighbors liked it too. When it came time to move, we dug up what we wanted to take with us and replanted it at the new house.
Years later, we decided to try our hand at growing fall mums to help our kids earn college money. In the early years, we grew them in the ground and dug them up, wrapped them in wet newspaper and sent them on their way. The kids and I hand weeded around all those mums during the summer and moved the overhead sprinklers during dry weather. Not very efficient, but that's how it was done in those days. I never will forget the late fall afternoon an older lady was here, walking up and down the rows of mums, exclaiming how beautiful they were and "how did we get them so big?" She settled on a plant and asked me to dig it out. "How much will that be?", she inquired as she reached into her purse. "Six dollars," I replied. Her eyes opened wide with shock as she exclaimed, "My God, girl, it's just a flower out of your garden! Don't you think that's a little high?" We were able to find her a plant with a broken side and struck a bargain for four dollars.
Each spring I get an anxious feeling that maybe this is the year that people won't come and get their flowers. I even have bad dreams about it. But then I'm reminded that it's not the flowers that people crave, but the memories their fragrance evokes, the way they connect us to the earth with its cycling seasons, and the anticipation of the beauty we can share with family and friends. Flowers are the tie that binds us. Without them we'd be a sad lot, indeed.
It's really not just a flower.
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The CEOs of this World are some of the richest, most powerful, most intelligent and high functioning men and women on the planet. A CEO or Chief Executive Officer is the highest position which can be held in a company and they are the person that heads up the board of directors, they make decisions on a daily basis which have huge impacts and when talking about CEOs of the World's largest companies, they make decisions which can have impacts on global economies.
We were talking to highly successful automotive CEO Robert Bassam recently about what are the skills that set CEOs apart from us mere mortals and here are our findings.
Without question the CEOs of this World are the most driven people in the company, they are the ones who lead change, they are the men and women with 110% commitment at all times come rain or shine. No CEO worth their salt ever sits back and relaxes and their mind is on the success of their business at all times.
If you thought that CEOs got to where they are through being ruthless dictators then you would be wrong and the truth is actually to the contrary. Whilst a CEO will need to have a strong level of discipline in terms of what their expectations are, they must be liked by the general population in order to gain the hearts and minds of those that work for them and those that work with them.
Forward Thinkers
Chief execs are always on the look out for what is next, how they can find new gaps in the market to exploit, where they can push for growth and expand their success. Equally, this forward-thinking nature is what helps them to prepare their company for the future and what it may have in store for them, good or bad. The most successful CEOs are the ones who always have one eye on the future.
Risk Taking
Playing it safe is not in the vocabulary of most CEOs and in order to achieve high levels of success there must be an element of taking risks within their psyche. Naturally these will be calculated risks and not reckless acts which could jeopardize the success of the business. Without risks however, new ways of success cannot be found and it is for this reason that CEOs have a risk taking nature about them.
Team Building
Chief Executive Officers can often be measured by the quality of the team which they have surrounded themselves with. The ability to build a team with the right parts is absolutely crucial to the success of a company and it is the responsibility of the CEO to ensure that the team is running smoothly. Whilst the CEO is at the head of the table, they cannot achieve anything without a great team and the very best in the business are the ones who have surrounded themselves with the right people


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Tuesday, December 29, 2009
What treasures do you suppose we will find in 2010?
12 comments:
- Kathleen said...
Melissa, your tags are beautiful. I, too, am in hot anticipation of spring's gifts to us. Currently, though, I am in auction withdrawel. They start up again on Jan 16th, and I simply cannot wait. Like you, I love unique finds, not only at auctions, but yard sales, tag sales and the like. Can't wait to see what the New Year will bring. Happy New Year!!! Hugs, Kathleen
- December 29, 2009 at 7:38 AM
- Valerie@travelingthrough2 said...
Hi Melissa,
Can't wait for the new year and all the surprises it will bring. Your tags are beautiful!
- December 29, 2009 at 7:40 AM
- Amy@TheLemonCottage said...
I am anxiously waiting for garage sale season to start. Its 5 degrees here today... :(
My friends and family give me a list every year of what they are needing/wanting. I was able to find everything on the list last year... will I have the same luck for them this year?
And, I have no idea what my 'wish list' is for the year... hmmm, need to start thinking about it!
Happy New Year to you!
- December 29, 2009 at 8:42 AM
- Julie said...
Such gorgeous tags! I'm eagerly waiting for that lovely time of year, myself--how exciting!
- December 29, 2009 at 9:53 AM
- June said...
Hi Melissa, I love what you are up to these days. These tags are just beautiful! Yes, I'm looking forward to the new finds I might find in the new year, because I have learned so many new things and skills from all you junk shoppers in blogland and I can't wait to see if I've been a very good student.lol
- December 29, 2009 at 2:19 PM
- Eclectic Pink Rose said...
Your tage are gorgeous, I can't wait to see what 2010 holds for us too my friend. I'm going to have to check out coffee filter challenge, how cool and fun!!
Have a super evening!
♥ Teresa
- December 29, 2009 at 4:45 PM
- Queenie said...
Oh Melissa,we do think so much alike, always dreaming of a yard sale LOL! I just love 'em too. I will still get to go to a few... here and there... down here where we live, but just not that many this time of year. I'll always be checking the paper to see though, and dreaming of one...even in middle of winter! LOL!
Your tags are so pretty and so are those giveaways you found... Love those!
Hope you and your family have a Happy New Year sweetie! I am so glad I met you this year.
Big Hugs,
- December 30, 2009 at 6:42 PM
- stefanie said...
Wishing you a Happy New Year filled with happiness!!!
isn't it funny how the little things make us sooooo happy
- December 31, 2009 at 8:52 PM
- blushing rose said...
Happy New Year, Melissa. I have so enjoyed you & your creations & look forward to another wonderful year with you.
TTFN ~ Marydon
- January 1, 2010 at 1:37 PM
- The Victorian Parlor said...
Oh my goodness-those tags are gorgeous! I too am looking forward to the treasure hunts ahead for the new year:). I hope that you and your family have a joyous new year!
- January 1, 2010 at 5:21 PM
- stephanie said...
Thanks for stopping by my blog. It's fun to know who else is in the swap! I love the tags you created....
- January 1, 2010 at 8:46 PM
- Shari said...
- January 19, 2010 at 1:10 PM


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Richness, diversity, and rate of primary succession over 20 year in tropical coastal dunes
- Source:
- Plant ecology 2012 v.213 no.10 pp. 1597-1608
- 1385-0237
- Subject:
- dunes, ecological succession, ecosystems, habitats, models, shape, species diversity, vegetation cover, Gulf of Mexico
- Abstract:
- The tropical coastal dunes in central Gulf of Mexico have been stabilizing over the last decades resulting in reduced substrate mobility, and promoting primary succession. We describe changes in species richness and diversity in dune vegetation during 20 years. Our questions: (a) Do species richness and diversity increase over time as predicted by models of ecological succession or do they show a hump-backed manner similar to the observations in temperate coastal dunes?, (b) What is the interaction between vegetation cover and diversity and species richness?, (c) Is there a relationship between species diversity and succession rate and does succession rate change over time?, and (d) How do plant functional types change during succession? In order to answer these questions, we set 140 4 × 4 m permanent plots in a mobile dune area and monitored vegetation cover and species richness from 1991 to 2011. In time, diversity increased in a logistic manner toward an asymptotic value once vegetation cover surpassed 60 %. Species richness increased in a humped-back shape, also reaching a maximum peak at 60 % vegetation cover. The succession rate of diversity was measured by the Euclidean distance, and showed a significant humped-back relation, meaning that it was slower in early and late successional stages. The study supports the intermediate disturbance theory. The conservation of coastal dunes vegetation should focus on all, species-poor and species-rich habitats that help to maintain the ecological integrity of these ecosystems. The understanding of community dynamics and diversity patterns becomes an essential component of coastal dune management and conservation.
- Agid:
- 421353
- http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11258-012-0114-5


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- 3542 square feet (ap.) of dramatic yet functional and comfortable living space includes an open main floor plan, four bedrooms plus three bathrooms.
- Recent updates include: Hawkins pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, patio and landscape (2007); Custom built-ins for master suite and family room (2008-9); Roof and screened gutters (2010); Hardwood floors refinished (2010); All three bathrooms remodeled (2006); all 3 fireplaces converted to gas log service (2004).
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Maya. Post-BDM. Okay, I was bored and I should have been working, but this little one shot appeared in my head and I had to get it out. Set at any time, but before my current story. Just fluff.
"It never rains but it pours."
"Watched kettle never boils."
"A stitch in time saves nine."
"I've always assumed it meant that if you mend it now, you won't have a bigger job later."
"S'pose so."
"Your turn."
"Too many cooks spoil the broth."
"In or out of hair?"
"I don't do that anymore."
"Know that, moonbrain. Just checkin' though."
"And last time, Freya's broth was so thick we had to cut it with a knife."
"Well, I guess I know who my friends are."
"You started this."
"I did not."
"Yes, you did. You came out with 'let sleeping dogs lie'."
"I wasn't being poetical! I actually meant be careful because Fiddler was under the table taking a nap."
"Oh. I thought –"
Mal stepped down into the dining room and looked around at his crew, slouched in various chairs. "Ain't any of you got any work to do?"
"Nope," Kaylee said, smiling brightly at him. "Serenity's running real good, and that last batch of fuel we picked up seems to be a lot better quality than we're used to."
"Prob'ly pinched," Jayne added, lifting his mug. "Some 'lliance scout ship's prob'ly drifting and cursing 'cause someone siphoned it off." He laughed and took a sip.
"Well, their loss is our gain."
"Ha!" Simon pointed.
"What?" She peered at him. "Not a saying."
"It is too."
"It is."
"And I'm tellin' you it ain't." Kaylee glared at him belligerently. Kaylee, who always thought the best of people. Who was always disgustingly shiny, even first thing in the morning.
Mal reached over his wife's shoulder and picked up her mug.
"Hey!" Freya complained, reaching for it but missing.
He sniffed and raised an eyebrow. "Booze?"
"Just something I whipped up, Cap'n," Kaylee said, back to her bright and cheery self.
"I thought your fermentation set-up blew up. Damn near took the whole engine room with it, as I recall."
"I fixed it. Better'n ever." She grinned widely and waved her mug, liquid spilling over her wrist. She stared at it and lifted it to her mouth, about to lick it off.
"No, let me," Simon said, drawing her hand towards him, leaning over it and delicately lapping at her skin.
"Oh, that's nice," Kaylee purred, her tongue flicking out around her lips.
"You wanna try that?" Hank asked, looking at Zoe.
"Maybe later." Her eyes sparkled at him, and he warmed inexplicably.
"You too?" Mal shook his head at his first mate. "Shouldn't you be setting a good example?"
Zoe shrugged. "If you can't beat them, join them."
"Ha!" Simon said again, this time pointing at her without looking, still entranced by the taste of Kaylee's wrist.
Mal picked up the keg in the middle of the table and recorked it. "I think you've all had enough."
"Can't help it, Mal," Jayne growled, wrapping his arm around his mug in case anyone tried to take it away from him. "Ain't no-one trying to kill us, got coin in our pockets but nowhere to spend it … can't expect us to sit in our bunks and twiddle our thumbs."
"That ain't a saying. My Ma used to make Matty and me do it when there was nothing else. Said it improved co-ordination."
"And did it?" Mal asked, interested in spite of himself.
"Not sure. But I got strong thumbs out of it."
"Really?" River pressed herself a little closer to him. "How strong?"
"Uh … I … uh …" With his blood rushing to another portion of his anatomy and leaving his brain high and decidedly dry, Jayne attempted to compensate by gulping the remaining alcohol in his mug before standing up. "We'll … be in our bunk." He reached down and lifted River from her seat, carrying her out of the galley.
"Hey, that's a good idea," Hank added. "Zoe? You wanna carry me?"
In response the dark-skinned Amazon grabbed his hand and pulled him up. "After you," she said, smiling at him.
He couldn't have moved much faster if Reavers had been on his tail. She followed a little slower, but they all heard the laughter as the hatch swung shut.
"Um, Simon?" Kaylee didn't really want to interrupt his ministrations, but she was feeling a little flushed.
"Could you … could you accompany me to the 'fimary?"
He looked up, his blue eyes soft. "Why, you need medical assistance?"
"I think I might."
"Then the doctor is in." He got to his feet. "My lady," he said, bowing deeply over her hand.
She giggled and allowed him to lead her out.
Mal sat down in the seat next to his wife. "This all your fault?"
Freya looked at him, scandalised. "What makes you think that?" She shook her head. "And you say you love me."
"Oh, not suggesting I don't. But I don't recall my crew being like this 'fore you came on board." He took a mouthful from her mug, then waited for his eyes to stop watering. "I think Kaylee needs to water this down a bit."
"You get used to it." She thumped him on the pad of his arm.
"What was that for?"
"Saying I'm to blame."
"Well, actions speak louder than words."
"How about all's fair in love and war?"
"Now look, Mal –"
"Bad workman blames his tools."
"I never … what?"
He pulled her across to him. "Been looking 'em up. Can't be letting you have all the fun."
She settled into his lap. "Not too heavy for you, am I?"
"I'd tell you if you was."
She stroked his cheek, feeling the press of bristles through his skin. "You need to shave."
"Already did this morning."
"I could shave you."
"With the amount you've been imbibing?" He shook his head firmly. "Not letting you anywhere close with an open razor in your hand."
"I'll have you know I had hardly anything."
He grinned. "More'n enough, though."
"Maybe." She smiled and laid her head on his shoulder. "You know, everyone else seems to be otherwise occupied."
He looked around. "Seems like."
"We have the entire dining area to ourselves."
"That we do."
"And the kids are with Bethie."
Freya licked his neck, just lightly. He shivered. "Cold?"
"Warming up," he admitted.
"I could warm you up more."
"I don't doubt that." Mal stood up, and pressed her back onto the table.
"In here?"
"You suggested it."
"Someone may walk in."
"What are you doing?"
"What does it feel like?"
"Shouldn't we consider … wuh duh mah."
He grinned wider. "Let's just say, faint heart never won fair lady."
"Ha!" She pointed at him, then twisted his shirt in her fingers and pulled him down into a deep and loving kiss.
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A court in Delhi on Wednesday dismissed the bail petition of 62-year-old Hurriyat Conference leader Shabir Ahmad Shah, detained in Tihar jail since last year.
Dr Bilques, wife of Shah, told media that the court dismissed the bail plea moved by his husband's lawyer. She said the lawyer had argued that Shah's name is not mentioned in the 12700-page charge sheet submitted by the NIA.
"The NIA being the prime investigating agency has no where mentioned Shabir Shah in its 12700-page charge sheet. ED lawyer had nothing to say in his defence except that Shah's release on bail might influence the witnesses," Bilques said. "However his lawyer argued that the case is with Delhi police and ED Office therefore it cannot influence the case. Still the bail was dismissed," she added.
Shah was earlier denied bail by the court on August 22. He was arrested by the ED, a day after several Hurriyat leaders were taken into custody of the National Investigating Agency in a case of alleged funding to Kashmir movement.


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The Mattituck Board of Education was presented with a $40.7 million budget for the 2018-19 school year at Thursday's school board meeting. READ
The Mattituck Board of Education was presented with a $40.7 million budget for the 2018-19 school year at Thursday's school board meeting. READ
Fifty years ago, Jeffrey Smith graduated from Mattituck High School. And in the nearly two decades that followed, he served his community as a member of the district's Board of Education.
The Mattituck-Cutchogue School District has scheduled a public meeting to gain feedback on the district's future goals.
Superintendent Anne Smith won't be leaving the Mattituck-Cutchogue School District anytime soon. At its meeting last Thursday, the Board of Education approved extending Dr. Smith's contract through July 31, 2019.
The Mattituck Board of Education may permanently reduce the board's size to just five seats since some members feel the board has worked well with two less people so far this school year.
The Mattituck-Cutchogue school board has decided to fill a vacancy by appointing an interim member to the school board.
The Mattituck school board has elected Laura Jens-Smith as its new president and long-time president Jerry Diffley is leaving after serving on the board for 16 years.
The Mattituck school board has adopted a $40.2 million budget carrying a 1.73 percent increase to next year's tax levy.
Under the state-mandated tax cap, the district could have presented a budget carrying a 2.4 percent increase in the tax levy without needing 60 percent voter approval.
Superintendent Anne Smith said the proposed 2015-16 budget reflects a $159,000 spending increase to maintain current programs and cover a technology infrastructure improvement project, among other expenses.
Due to an estimated decrease in pension costs, coupled with an increase in state aid, Dr. Smith said the district plans to complete long-awaited projects like fixing the roof at Laurel Annex.
The school board unanimously adopted the budget without discussion at Thursday's meeting. School board president Jerry Diffley and trustee Jeff Smith were absent.
The Mattituck-Cutchogue School District has found itself in an uncommon situation when it comes to preparing its spending plan for next year. Last May, voters approved a $39.6 million budget for the 2014-15 school year. In September, however, that budget was increased to $40,124,885 — without any impact on taxpayers.
Many people dried their eyes and asked for tissues at the Mattituck school board meeting Thursday night as the seventh grade boys basketball team explained why a game they didn't even win last month is an experience they'll never forget.


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During a trip "home" to the Bahamas, I visited a small, rural church that lies on the edge of a Haitian community in a lower economic area. Driving to the church, I felt excited to share how God had opened many doors to the advance the Gospel on the FAMU campus. I knew no one at the church; my father knew the pastor, and that was the only reason I approached the church. I didn't expect them to give much, but I figured they would make great prayer partners. However, God showed me who He is and how He can move anytime, anywhere, through anyone He wants!
After my appeal, the pastor gave me the first half of their gift right then. He said I could expect the second half in six months. I returned to the church months later to update the pastor and his wife on how things were going on campus. I knew that with the state of their economy, it would be perfectly understandable if they couldn't give the second gift. I was still excited about the first half! To my surprise, they faithfully gave me the second half as promised.
Their total gift equates to the largest gift I've received in ministry. Even when I forget how big He is, He remains true to His character.
The amount I received from this small church in the Bahamas is not the most important part of the story to me; I also learned valuable lessons.
We never know what God will do or how He will bless us!
Sandy Lee, Collegiate Staff, Florida A&M University


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To be accepted as proof of age, primary identification must:
The content in SMART Programs have been updated to reflect the new policy.
Please review the full policy in the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Handbooks, Terms and Conditions and Operating Guidelines at aglc.ca.
As of March 9, 2018, spas, salons and barbershops will be eligible to apply for a Class B liquor licence from the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC).
The applicant must meet the following criteria:
Section 1.6 of the Liquor Licensee Handbook provides policy that includes details of which staff require ProServe certification. Certification will be required within 30 days of the licence being issued, or 30 days after being hired. ProServe Liquor Staff Training can be completed online at proserve.aglc.ca
We encourage interested applicants to read all of the relevant policy and full licensing requirements at aglc.ca.
In October 2016, SMART Programs stopped issuing plastic certification cards as proof of certification. Plastic cards have been replaced with certification that has a QR code, which can be printed or saved to a mobile device/phone. For a limited time, certified liquor and gaming industry workers had the ability to order plastic certification cards.
Effective January 2018, plastic certification card orders are no longer issued.
Your certification card and congratulatory letter can be downloaded and printed or saved to a mobile device or phone as soon as the certification requirements have been completed. Replacement cards can be printed or saved from your SMART Programs account.
Plastic cards will continue to be accepted as proof of certification until the expiry date shown on the card.
Licensee staff must provide proof of certification at the request of an AGLC Inspector. Proof of certification includes:
AGLC's liquor and gaming policies are online at aglc.ca.
Elimination of Plastic SMART Certification Cards
Effective October 2016, the SMART Programs office will no longer issue plastic certification cards as proof of certification. Plastic cards will be replaced with certification that has a QR code, which can be printed or saved to a mobile device/phone.
The certification card and congratulatory letter can be downloaded and printed or saved to a mobile device as soon as workers complete the certification requirements. Users will be able to print replacement cards from their SMART Programs account, as needed, or save the certification card image to their mobile device/phone.
Workers who do not have a mobile device or access to a printer can contact the SMART Programs office (1-877-436-6336) to have a paper card mailed to them at no charge.
The updated policy is online at aglc.ca.
This bulletin is to advise Class A, B and C licensees of important changes to Section 4.2 of the Liquor Licensee Handbook on patio hours and entertainment.
Effective August 8, 2016, the current restrictions on hours of service and consumption on patios (Section 4.2.8), as well as patio entertainment (Section 4.2.9) will be eliminated. Liquor service on patios will no longer be required to end by midnight followed by a one-hour consumption period.
The AGLC will no longer mandate noise concerns with regards to recorded music, DJ booths, and live entertainment. The authority to deal with noise issues falls under the municipality or county. Municipalities or counties that do not have business licenses or noise bylaws can make a request to the AGLC to impose conditions on a licence restricting patio hours where circumstances warrant.
Section 4.2 of the Liquor Licensee Handbook has been updated to reflect these changes and may be accessed on the AGLC website at aglc.ca.
Endorsements on liquor licenses stating liquor service on patios must end by midnight followed by a one-hour consumption period will be removed when the licence is re-issued upon expiry of the current licence.
If you have any questions about these extended hours, please contact the AGLC Compliance Branch at email@example.com.
This bulletin is to advise Class A, B and C licensees of important changes to Section 5.2 of the Liquor Licensee Handbook (Liquor Pricing), specifically related to 'happy hours.'
Effective immediately, the 8 p.m. limit on 'happy hours' has been eliminated. All Class A, B and C licensees are now allowed to offer reduced drink prices at any time during operating hours, provided the prices comply with other policies aimed at promoting responsible liquor service and consumption, such as minimum drink prices.
This policy change helps to ensure the reduced-price drink specials better support the AGLC and the industry's social responsibility and public safety obligations.
With this policy change, Subsections 5.2.5, 5.2.6, 5.2.7 and 5.2.12(b) of the Liquor Licensee Handbook were removed. All other policies in Section 5.2 remain unchanged.
Section 5.2 of the Liquor Licensee Handbook has been updated to reflect these changes and may be accessed on the AGLC website at aglc.ca.
Please ensure all affected staff are notified of the revised policy.
If you have any questions, please contact the AGLC Inspections Branch at firstname.lastname@example.com.
The AGLC has expanded the definition of acceptable identification. The policy now specifies the requirements needed on the identification rather than listing the acceptable forms of identification. Primary identification must be government issued and clearly show a name, photo, signature, date of birth and a unique identifier number. It also must be an original (not a copy) and not be expired.
The types of identification previously listed as acceptable forms of primary identification (e.g. driver's licences, passports) remain acceptable forms of primary identification as long as they are not expired.
Secondary identification must be government issued and clearly show a name, date of birth, and a unique identifier number. Baptismal certificates and similar documents that do not contain a unique identifier number and/or are not issued by the government are no longer acceptable as secondary identification.
The effective date of the amended policy is October 1, 2015. Please see the approved policy for details. Please ensure all affected staff are notified of the new requirements.
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The ProServe Liquor Staff Training program is being updated today. Revised content, simplified language and a new audio option will help industry staff understand the importance of selling and serving liquor in ways that are socially responsible. Greater comprehension means improved compliance, resulting in a safer, more enjoyable experience for staff and customers in Alberta's licensed premises: liquor stores, bars, restaurants, stadiums, or other venues.
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The ProServe and ProTect policies have been updated in the Liquor Licensee Handbook, and the ProServe policies have been updated in the Retail Liquor Store Handbook, the General Merchandise Liquor Store Handbook and the Liquor Agency Handbook. These handbooks can be viewed on the Liquor legislation and policies page of the AGLC website at: https://aglc.ca/liquor/liquor-legislation-and-policies.
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Our main act of weekly worship takes place on Sunday morning at 10:30am.
A creche is available on Sunday mornings, and young church (Adventurers and Navigators for the teenagers) meet together at the same time. On the 3rd Sunday of the month we have all age, family worship.
Other Times of Worship
We hold Messy church on Saturdays twice a quarter, and Friday night monthly for New Song Worship cafe.


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Whoever creates the limited edition sets for Maybelline is a genius. An absolute, its-done-right-every-single-time genius.
There is a reason they always sell out. No awkward lingering on a side shelf at the drugstore for their limited edition lines. Maybelline's latest limited edition line, which is rumored to become a permanent extension of their colorsensational lipstick colors, is called "The Buffs."
The Buffs is a range of "nude" and neutral lipsticks designed for a range of skin tones. This reminds me of Christian Louboutin's "The Nudes" heels which are the first range of heels to match a larger range of skin colors. Except these lipsticks are only $8, instead of one month's rent. Ha!
I've written before in more detail about Maybelline Colorsensational lipsticks {here}. Their formula for this lipstick is amazing, I'm so glad they are expanding their range. "The Buffs" has shades for the palest tones, fair, olive and deeper skin.
"The Buffs" shades are:
910: Bare All – lightest shade
915: Blushing Beige – light shade with a pink tint
920: Nude Lust – true light neutral
925: Maple Kiss – caramel
930: Truffle Tease – medium nude with caramel tones
935: Sin-A-Mon – true medium neutral
940: Touchable Taupe – tint of brown
945: Stormy Sahara – medium caramel
950: Untainted Spice – deeper taupe brown
955: Expresso Exposed – darkest shade, brown with a hint of raisin
I purchased Blushing Beige and Nude Lust. They look similiar in the package, but when you have them on the pink tones make the Blushing Beige brighter and a bit lighter on me than the Nude Lust.
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GUESS WHO FOUND MORE SHADES! Yep, this beauty weirdo! I found a two more shades at CVS this weekend, Stormy Sahara and Truffle Tease.
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Ok, to be honest, I thought that on me, the lighter (Nude Lust & Blushing Beige) shades made me look a little too washed out, but the medium shades (Stormy Sahara & Truffle Tease) were slightly too brown. So I started layering them and LOVED the results. I did two swipes of the lighter shade first, then two swipes of the darker shade on top. Here are the pics:
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Anyone else picked these up? Favorite shades + what do you think of the combos?
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Colca canyon extended route 3 days.
We will visit:
National Reserve of Pampa Cañahuas – The "Window " view point – Caves of Mollepunko – Town of Callalli – Town of Sibayo – Town of Coporaque – Cruz del Condor View point – Half day experience with a local villager.
Departures: Every day
Type service: Private – On Request.
Extensions: On request after the tour transfer to city of Puno on La ke Titicaca.(additional charge)
¡More than a trip, we create unforgettable experiences!
It's not just about the places you go, it's also about the people you go with, the experiences you share, the memories you create; because you deserve quality!
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First Day:
We will depart at 7:30 am from Arequipa, driving 160 km to the town of Chivay, capital of the Province of Caylloma. At the beginning of our excursion we will enjoy the majestic views of the Misti, Chachani and PichuPichu volcanoes before approaching the National Reserve of "Pampa Cañahuas", where our vehicle will make a short stop to observe the wild vicuñas (one of the 4 types of South American camelids) in its natural habitat. At this point we will be about 3,400 meters above sea level.
On our journey we will observe the natural scenery formed by different lakes (With stops for pictures) and have a breathtaking over view from La Ventana (the Window). After this visit we continue to the village of Callalli (Approx. arrival 13:00 pm), where we enjoy our picnic lunch (included). Our guide will offer an optional hike to the Caves of Mollepunko (recommended), In these caves we will appreciates artistic remains (Carvings and paintings) developed by the first inhabitants of the area, dedicated to hunting and gathering. The hike take around 1.50 hrs.
After this experience we keep to the town of Sibayo, where we can visits some archaeological areas and then enter to the village of Tuti, famous for its attractive colonial church.
As we get close to the town of Chivay (3,651 meters) we will start to wonder at the spectacular multicolor view of the terraces of the Colca valley. We will arrive in Chivay around 03:30 pm.
We will have a short visit of Chivay's Plaza and drive to our lodge or hotel.
After a rest we'll come back to our transportation and drive to a natural hot springs where we will enjoy nice bath (Entrance fee and towels for the baths are not included).
Finishing this exciting day we will bring you to your hotel or lodge.
Second day:
After breakfast at your hotel a Coporaque villager will take you to his home and will plan together with you the work to be done this day. We cannot exactly define what this day will look like as it depends on the season and weekday.
However, the normal activities – amongst others- include support in the fields, herding animals, the preparation of land for sowing, and/or harvesting.
In the afternoon your host will accompany you on your way back to your hotel. Lunch is not included in your program; however we will be able to organize it for you. The afternoon is free for personal activities such as hiking, horses ride or biking, they are not include in program but on request they can be also organized.
Please note: Local people do not speak English, so be prepared to use at least some Spanish words as well as speaking with your hands.
Third Day:
We will have our breakfast very early in the morning and leave to the famous "Cruz del Condor" point. Arrive at "Cruz del Condor" and have enough time enjoy the deep view of the Canyon and if weather permits; majestic pictures of the flight of the condors.
After a coordinated time, our guide will take you for a short walk near the Canyon (1 hour aprox.) On the way back to Chivay we're going to visit the traditional village of Pinchollo and the "Antahuilque viewpoint", where wonderful 1,500 year old terraces, constructed by the Collaguas, a culture well before the Incas' time, can be observed.
We also will make a stop at the look-out point of "Choquetico" with its hanging tombs "Tumbas colgantes", and take a look to the litomaqueta, a model of the canyon terraces carved in a rock. We then continue to Maca, an Andean community that experienced an earthquake in November of 1991 and the village of Yanque with the most beautiful church in the valley.
After our lunch at a local restaurant in Chivay we drive back to Arequipa city (lunch is not included). We will arrive in Arequipa around 04:00pm.
End of our services.
End of our services.
¡More than a trip, we create unforgettable experiences!
The program includes:
Tourist transportation
English guide.
Lunch (picnic) first day.
Half day with local villager
Selected Lodge or hotel.
24/7 assistance.
The Program does not include:
Tourist ticket to the Colca valley, excursions not mentioned in this program, tips, meals (lunch and dinner), entrances to the Hot Springs, towels, snacks, beverages and/or other extras.
*Transfer to Puno city can be added to the program (additional cost)


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The oldest and most common religion in India is Hinduism. There are no traces about its origin and it has moved ahead with recorded history. It is a vast religion and has countless deities, each of which is revered in different parts of India. There are several mythological stories which speak volumes about the divine incarnations, holy experiences and foundation of temples & religious shrines in different parts of the country.
One of the most prominent aspects of Hinduism is Tirtha Yatra. It literally means a pilgrimage undertaken to visit a holy site. As per Vedic shastras, a Yatri is supposed to undertake Yatra barefoot. However, these rules are not followed by present generation.
Here is a list of five popular Hindu pilgrim destinations which are largely visited by Hindus living in different parts of India.
It would not be an overstatement to say that Amarnath Yatra is a sheer test of endurance with its duration spanning between 45 to 60 days. It is one of the most popular Himalayan pilgrimages in India and is organized yearly by the government of Jammu & Kashmir between the months of June and August. Baba Amarnath, the other name of Lord Shiva, offers a great treat for eyes.
Every year, during the months of June and August, an ice lingam forms along with two other ice formations representing Mata Parvati and Shri Ganesh inside the Amarnath Cave. The registration forms for Yatra are issued by Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board. Of late, the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board has also started the facility of online forms, which can be downloaded from the official website.
The government of Jammu and Kashmir launched Amarnath Yatra by Helicopter service in 2004 to cut down the duration of this religious trek.
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is being organized by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. The minimum age to undertake this arduous trek is above 18 years and helps pilgrim who want to undertake religious journeys for Kailash and Mansarovar trek. The Mount Kailash is a sacred place for three different religions-Hinduism, Jainism and Bon.
Mount Kailash is the abode of Lord Shiva and circumambulating Mount Kailash is a holy ritual. The pilgrim tour commence in the months of May and June. The pilgrimage takes place in several batches and one has to undergo a medical test to ensure one's physical condition. Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by helicopter is a famous tour package, which cuts down the duration of this holy pilgrim.
Ratha Yatra (Chariot Festival) is a popular festival in Orissa. Full of drama and spectacle, the fair attracts more than 5 million people from all around the world. This festival is celebrated in the honor of Lord Jagannath, another name of Lord Krishna. It is an ancient festival which is considered as the gateway to heaven by many devotees.
A day before the ceremony, the three deities, Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra, are given holy bath (Snana Vedi). The chariot of Lord Jagannath is called Nandighosa, which has 18 wheels and is 23 cubits high. The chariot of Balabhadra is called Taladhvaja, which has 16 wheels and is 22 cubits high. At last, there is Devadalana, the chariot of Subhadra has 14 wheels and is 21 cubits high.
One of the most celebrated pilgrim expeditions in India, Chota Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand covers four famous destinations - Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. It is one of the most sought after expeditions to win a lifetime experience.
[ Check-out here some Chardham Yatra Tour Packages ]
The foundation stone of these four pilgrim sites was laid by Adi Shankaracharya. With Chardham Yatra 2014 tour package, you can feel the religious pulsation and unshakable trust of pilgrims visiting these four destinations.
The duration of Chardham Yatra destinations has been shortened with the commencement of helicopter service. With the introduction of Chardham Yatra by Helicopter service, pilgrims can explore these four religious sites within 2 to 3 days.
One of the oldest inhabited cities in India, Varanasi is once in a lifetime destination for many Hindu devotees. The purpose of Kashi Yatra for many people is the performance of Vedic rites for their ancestors. It is customary for all Hindu pilgrims to undergo Kashi Yatra on foot.
The journey starts with Saikatha Pooja at Rameshwaram followed by visit to Triveni Sangamam at Allahabad where Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet. Following Kashi Vishwanath Darshan, Ganga water is collected to do Ganga Abhishek of Lord Shiva at Rameshwaram. Pilgrims also visit Gaya to do Gaya Shraddha to their ancestors.
Devotees who partake in these religious treks come with an unshakable trust and faith in the presence of almighty and its miracles. These pilgrim sites exhibit the dedication and endurance level of Hindu devotees.
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At THI, the SCM comprises of:
- Planning & Procurement Section
- Inventory, Logistics & Warehouse
- Distribution Network
The SCM department offers Planning& Procurement, Logistics, Warehousing and Distribution Network for the Right Product, from the Right Source, at the Right Price, on the Right Time.
Achievements / Success Stories
The Supply Chain Management (SCM) of Tabba Heart Institute (THI) has been running since day one and has continuously played a significant role in the development of the organization.
We try our best to provide the Right QUANTITY &Right QUALITY of required products, on the Right TIME with the Right PRICES. Our scope covers Planning& Procurement, Logistics (Import & local), Warehousing and Distribution of goods and supplies to our end-users. We have tried to extend our services by establishing several SCM Sub Stores gradually. During the past years, we have developed a strong Distribution Network by establishing 4 Sub Stores at various locations of THI to ensure instant & timely supply of goods to our valued end-users, which lead to reduce inventory Costs and effective Management for our end-user.
We are proud to be the first department who has fully implemented the New Oracle based (ERP)–"Hospital Information System (HIS)"software in our department. By this implementation, we have transformed almost all manual paperwork to a paperless environment, which not only saves a lot of costs and also encourages our users to have access to online data on a real-time basis through e-Requisition,e-PO, e-MRN, e-Reports and number of other e-documents.
We have also introduced e-Authorization concept by Digital Signature and Auto e-Alert for our all users while processing any transactions in HIS.
We have also developed a state-of-the-art Warehouse in a separate facility of THI and have also moved major shipments traffic to that facility, where we are managing our inventory more efficiently, professionally and cost effectively.
Future Plans
- We are also planning to move some more Stores in the Warehouse Area, which will be another achievement.
- We are extending our reach by enhancing our Distribution Network through the establishment of section wise Stores.
- We are also planning to conduct Certification Courses in Supply Chain Management which would probably be the first initiative yet taken in Pakistan from the platform of any hospital.


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Lafe is a town in Greene County, Arkansas on Crowley's Ridge. The population was 385 at the 2000 census.
The first settler of Lafe was Mr. Herman Toelken, a German immigrant who had been living in New Haven, Missouri and was seeking new opportunities in an unsettled area. Toelken began cutting railroad ties for the railroad in order to save enough money to purchase land and send for his family
When Mr. Toelken was settled he began advertising in a Minneapolis, Minnesota German newspaper seeking other German Lutherans to come to the area. Several families responded to this advertisement and an assortment of German immigrant families followed him from Franklin County, Missouri.


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Frequently Asked Questions
I am new to the area, where can I get an exam?
Contact your insurance company for a directory of eye doctors. If you need a referral, please call 617-254-2020
I am out of contacts and my prescription is valid.
Bring the empty contact lens box or a copy of the contact lens prescription. In most cases, you will have the lenses the next day.
I am out of lenses and need them for the weekend
I like my frame and want to change the lenses and cannot leave my glasses
I have in office lab, I order the lenses and replace them while you wait.
I lost my glasses and do not have a copy of my prescription.
I can call the doctor and get a copy of the prescription and expedite making a new pair
I broke the frame.
If the lenses are usable, I can transfer them into a new frame, while you wait,
I bought a frame online, can you put the lenses in?
Yes, you can use a frame you purchased elsewhere
How many styles of frames do you have for me to try on?
I have plastic, metal combination frames from various companies. I have over 300 frames on display
When can I expect to receive my glasses/contacts after my order is placed?
I provide 1 or 2-day turnaround on single vision lenses with the in-office lab. The more complicated prescription generally 4 or 5 days. Most contacts are available in store in 1 or 2 days, direct ship to home or office is 2 days.
Can I have my glasses/contacts shipped to my house? Or do I pick them up in store?
I do direct ship of contacts to your home or office. You can pick them up in the office.
I prefer to fit the glasses to you but they can be shipped.
Do I have to make an appointment or can I just stop in?
I have walk in service


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Jan 17, Colombo: President Mahinda Rajapaksa opened a new National School for the children of members of the three Armed Forces and Police this morning at Slave Island.
First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa, Minister of Education Susil Premajayantha, Deputy Minister of Education Nirmala Kotalawela, Minister of Industrial Development Kumara Welgama, President's Secretary Lalith Weeratunga, Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, the Commanders of the three Armed Forces and the Inspector General of Police were also present.
The President, addressing the gathering after the opening, said the government is committed to the welfare of the country's children.
The school, which has commenced as a primary school, will be developed into a full-fledged secondary school in stages. The Ministry of Defence in collaboration with the Ministry of Education will administer the school.
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Don't you just love the idea of having a social magazine with contents of your own choice? Of course, I'm sure you do. I am loving this app called Flipboard that I downloaded for my iPod because I can stay informed and connected with the latest news. It's convenient and as easy as flipping through the pages of your favorite magazine. Plus, I can choose which articles to read by customizing my own and I can stay connected with updates from my friends in social networking sites. Take a look at this video and you'll understand why I am so into this app right now.
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- The Thompson River Snow Sheds in HOThis is a project that has been sitting in the back of my mind for too long. I wanted to do some rugged mountain modeling with cliff faces that would be impressive to look at. I was too short on space to create a floor to ceiling mountain range but I knew some compromise could be found. I also knew there had to be grade built into my plan in order to avoid the mountains blocking my previous scenery. To do this I had to settle on a rather steep down grade to drop six inches below my current track level. A four percent is what it came out to be. Such a steep grade means helper service which just added to the appeal of this project.The snow sheds along the Thompson River are an iconic sight for the few remaining passenger trains that follow the route along the CN line. One of those trains is the Rocky Mountaineer which can just barely span the series of tunnels and sheds. They have taken a brilliant panoramic shot of their train spanning those sheds which I have been using to get my version as close to the real one as possible (see figure 1).Figure 1- Basic foam mountain faces with Rocky Mountaineer panorama in the back ground. Panoramic photo source: Rocky Mountaineer [1].
For me there was no time to waste in beginning this project, I did up a quick drawing of the proposed route and began construction (see figure 2). The benchwork was really just a simple shelf design, nothing pretty as the mountains will overhang and the skirting will cover the rest. I won't go into any particulars about how I constructed the benchwork but rather I will lean towards the scenery techniques used through this series of blogs.Figure 2- Plan for the Thompson River route along current layout.
With the benchwork complete, I went straight cutting some basic mountain faces from foam. The foam I used was salvaged from a roof repair, unfortunately for me this foam was fiberglass based and I was left with some irritated hands after avoiding the use of gloves. The foam itself did a great job though and being several inches thick it didn't take long to build up the six inches of mountain face I was able to have. I tried to keep the foam carving rough to make the future plaster work as easy as possible. This is where a hot wire cutter (and some better foam) would come in very handy as it would keep the mess down and allow you to be even more creative with how you cut the foam. For the tunnels I drew an approximate track center line along the table top and used a tri-level auto-rack to make sure I had sufficient clearance through the tunnels. An NMRA gauge is also a good tool for this, however be careful as it won't properly gauge the overhang around a tight curve. With the pieces of foam fully cut out (see figure 3), I secured them to the layout with a generous amount of hot glue (however I left the tops of the tunnel sections off until the track has been secured). There are certainly stronger glues you could use but I haven't had any issues with hot glue, especially when the track work isn't relying on the rigidity of the foam. If you are laying your track on a foam base I would strongly advise a glue which will cover the entire surface between the layout and the foam. It should also have enough flexibility to hold up to any flex and movement the layout may be put through.
Figure 3- Basic foam design of the tunnels.
Once the foam was finished, I began laying cork roadbed along the entire length of my Thompson river route. You could use foam roadbed which I've done it in the past, however I have grown to prefer the rigidity of cork and I feel it will keep the track level and aligned better than the foam will (with a 4% grade even the smallest of issues could be dangerous). To secure the road bed I used contact cement which provides a quick yet strong hold. I used Atlas code 83 cement tie flex track for the entire route. The concrete ties are prototypical to that portion of the CN line and has a very contemporary look which fits my modern layout well. To secure the track I used a very hot glue gun. It must be "very hot" to avoid any lumps if the glue has cooled before the track was properly laid. The hot glue is again quick which was important to me (being an engineering student, time is always at a premium). I soldered every rail joint to ensure good electrical connection, operational reliability, and realism because the prototype has welded rail meaning there should be minimal "click-clack."This project has been a lot of fun so far and I look forward to its completion along with every other step along the way. Hopefully I have inspired some of you to tackle that mountain railroading project you've been imagining. With some careful planning it doesn't have to take up much space and in return it will cost you less in plaster. With the next blog I will begin the task of creating snow sheds and tunnel portals, as well as begin the plaster rock-work and show some other little details I have been adding. Lastly I would like to say that while I am modeling a prototype location and wish to be as accurate as possible, I don't mind missing a few details along the way, it's the big picture that I'm aiming for. So if I have misinterpreted any facts along the way I apologize and would be very interested in hearing about how it should really be from you guys. I will likely even change what I've done if it'll help make this project as realistic as possible.
[1] Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tours owns the panorama seen in the photo, this is not my own image. Rocky Mountaineer (Copyright 2011).
This is Tyler's Layout. He works at our South store and is part of the FREE-MO group. Please feel free to come down to our South store to talk to him, Jesse, John or Rob; at our North store Ross, Leigh or Ken.
Wednesday, 5 December 2012
An HO Layout In Progress
This layout is by Tyler who works at our South store.
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I don't ever recall seeing robins before late March in Iowa. I have seen a substantial number in central Iowa this January and February. What could cause this? What are they eating?
I have also seen quite a few robins. Last week there was a flock of 40-50 robins in my yard devouring the berries off my crabapple trees. Robins flock together in the winter because flocks have more eyes to discover new sources of fruit. Where they find fruit, it is abundant. Lots of fruit means flock members don't have to worry about competing. Once the flock has depleted the food source, it will move on elsewhere. Robins are a migratory bird but their migration is a bit complicated. There seems to be great variation in where they spend the winter. It is not uncommon to see them here in January or February. Cold temperatures don't hurt most birds as long as they have a good source of food. During winter robins eat mainly berries from trees, shrubs, and vines like crabapple, cherry, plum, dogwood, sumac, and wild grape. Come spring time the males start establishing territories and the flock disbands.
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