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PAINESVILLE, OHIO – The Lake Erie College women's basketball team tied a school-record by hitting 14 three-pointers in a 90-67 opening night victory over visiting Ursuline College Monday (Nov. 15) at the Jerome T. Osborne Family Athletic & Wellness Center.
Five players scored in double figures, led by junior Stephanie Rogers' (Mentor, Ohio/Mentor) 10th career double-double. Junior guard Britt Busson (Wadsworth, Ohio/Wadsworth) hit a career-high five three-pointers and led all scorers with 17 points. Rogers scored 16 points to go with her game-high 12 rebounds.
The win was the seventh straight win at home for the Storm (1-0), which also won its season opener for the first time since the 1999-00 season. Lake Erie was opening the season at the Osborne Center for the first time since 2006-07.
Busson scored the game's first five points as the Storm raced out to a 7-0 lead 2:16 into the game. Her third three-pointer of the opening period gave Lake Erie a nine-point lead at 16-7 five minutes in.
The lead grew to as many as 10 on several occasions as the two teams kept the pace fast by firing away from the outside. A late Ursuline (1-4) run cut the margin to four at 46-42, but the Storm answered with four straight free throws to extend the cushion. Lake Erie hit nine-of-17 from behind the arc in the half and led by eight at the break, 52-44.
Busson hit a fourth three, tying her career high, to open the scoring in the second half. Lake Erie started the period with an 20-3 run that extended the lead to 25 points, at 72-47, midway through the period. In the second half, the Storm outscored the Arrows 38-23.
Sophomore guard Sarah Wojchiechowski (Randolph, Ohio/Waterloo) scored 13 points, sophomore guard Taylor Rogers (Ashland, Ohio/Ashland) had 12 and senior forward Katelyn Prince (Thompson, Ohio/Ledgemont) added 10 in Lake Erie's balanced attack that saw 10 players get in the scorebook. Prince also grabbed eight rebounds.
The Storm went 14-of-33 (42 percent) from beyond the arc as a team, tying the single-game record set against the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg on Dec. 1, 2007. Lake Erie was 29-of-71 (41%) overall as a team, including 53% in the first half.
Nicole Pribich scored 16 points to lead Ursuline, which dropped its third straight. The Arrows shot just 17.5% in the second half (seven-of-40). Three other Ursuline players reached double figures: Alex Leister with 13, Laura Campbell had 12 while Krysti Tietze chipped in with 10.
The Storm returns to the court on Friday, Nov. 19, when it travels to Louisville, Ky. for the United Electric/Metro Medical Tip-Off at Bellarmine University. Lake Erie plays host Bellarmine at 7:30 p.m.


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The the Grillery, you grill your own BBQ to your own perfection. You know best on what you like so we let you do what you do best 🙂 Eat Good Food.
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The Grillery is a Meat-All-You-Can type of joint. It's a meat lovers haven, for sure.
The Grillery is located n the Backyard Burgers South (Ecoland) Parking lot and is only open for dinner
from 6PM to 9PM, daily.
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Building on your knowledge of how to write basic applications, Pro iOS 5 Tools shows how to take your apps from promising to real, and from good to great, by using numerous performance and debugging techniques.
You will start by studying an alpha-stage iOS app and learning how you can use the tools provided in the iOS developer's toolbox, plus popular third-party tools, to take an app to a final product and ready to ship. Your own app development will never be the same again!
Learn the tools available to all iOS developers: Xcode, Instruments, network diagnostic tools and version control
Techniques for debugging by using Instruments, as well as the new features available in newest version of Xcode
Performance tuning techniques and workflow enhancements
What you'll learn
How to set up a bare-bones shopping cart app; from creating a new project to using a distributed version control system for setting up the environment
How to work your way through an app and tune the user interface for performance
How to diagnose and address memory issues, leaks and dealing with intermittent crashes
How to deal with networking issues and reliably recreate or simulate these environments
How to address multitasking, behind the scenes power drains, and reduce/optimize power usage from the radio and other power draining features in iOS devices
How to distribute your app to beta testers, prepare for the App Store and speed up development time by learning shortcuts and other enhancements to developer tools
Who this book is for
This book is for iOS developers looking to fully utilize iOS 5 tools like Xcode, Interface Builder and more, making their apps development faster and more efficient.


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After years of intermittently sending emails out to various friends and family members with pictures and snippets of our lives, I figured I might as well join the masses and start a blog. The way I see it, there are two main benefits to this venture--unsuspecting people won't be subjected to the minutiae of our lives unless they are truly interested, and I will have some sort of record of the boys' lives--especially valuable because they certainly won't have baby books to look back on!
So, welcome; I look forward to regularly posting with pictures and snippets about my life full of boys. Leave a comment letting me know if you'd like me to add you to my list of people who will be notified of new postings.


text: DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 4, 2002) -- Jack Sprague made his return to the NASCAR Busch Series at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway in February, rolling to a seventh-place finish in the season's opening race. At the time, Sprague and his NetZero team were the new kids on the block after dominating the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in recent years. That was then, this is now. Sprague has been a force in the 2002 Busch Series campaign, leading the division in points for most of the season while winning his first-ever event at Kentucky Speedway. Any anxiety the team had in February has long been forgotten. "I had a good time at Daytona in February and think we`ll have a few more friends in the draft than we did back then," Sprague stated. "My guess is Friday night`s race will be one that I`ll think of as one of the coolest I`ve had a chance to race in. "Of course that`s as long as I have a good night." One of the reasons Sprague has the Daytona event highlighted on his calendar is the fact the race will be held at night. The Stacker 2/GNC Live Well 250 will mark the first time the Busch Series cars will accompany the NASCAR Winston Cup Series crowd to the traditional Independence Day weekend at Daytona, and putting them under the lights will make the race that much more special according to Sprague. "Doing something for the first time is always pretty exciting and this weekend is no exception," he said. "It`s Friday night racing, but on a superspeedway -- I can`t wait. "Racing under the lights at Daytona -- how cool is that? I know I`m in for a surprise. It`s definitely going to be a thrill for me and my team." Sprague has 92 Busch Series starts under his belt entering the Daytona race, six of them coming at the famed 2.5-mile oval. He also has a pair of truck starts at track and finished fourth in the IROC race there this past February. "I think our success this weekend will come down to how well the car handles," said Sprague, who will be piloting the same car he drove at Daytona in the season opener. "The car we brought here in February worked out pretty good for us. It didn`t feel as nice as those IROC cars do, but not too bad. "Unfortunately, it had a ton of damage after that big wreck we were in at Talladega, but the decision was made to rebuild it and bring it back to Daytona this weekend. I`m hoping it will be just as good, if not better. "Hendrick Motorsports doesn`t build bad cars, so I`m guessing we`ll be okay." The Stacker 2/GNC Live Well 250 will take the green flag Friday, July 5 at 8 p.m. EDT. The event will be telecast live on FX and broadcast on MRN Radio affiliates.


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A new Nielsen survey confirms a big trend. Almost half of the kids want an Apple iPad. Good thing there are these iPad 2 Black Friday deals.
Nielsen released a survey that shows that kids do not want a bargain Android tablet for Christmas. They want the real deal - an Apple iPad. 44% of kids age 6-12 said they want the iPad. 36% want an iPad mini and also 36% indicated interest in the iPod touch. The only item that broke into the top 5 most wanted items is the new Wii U with 39%.
Kids 13 and older are a bit more diverse. The top of the list is still the iPad, but only with 21% followed by a computer. Older kids also accept an Android tablet as its seems (18%).
The Black Friday deals on the $399 Apple iPad 2 actually could make your kids dream holiday gift come true. The best iPad 2 deal is offered in the Walmart Black Friday 2012 Sale. You get the $399 iPad 2 with a $75 Gift Card. The best thing about this deal is that it has a one-hour guarantee.
Refer to our Apple Black Friday 2012 Deals Guide for more of the best Apple deals available this Black Friday.
I4U News will keep you up to date on the best Black Friday 2012 deals throughout the whole Black Friday week. Find out when the Black Friday Online Sales start.
Black Friday 2012 is on November 23, 2012, but the actual Black Friday 2012 sales have already launched with the Amazon Black Friday 2012 Sale. Once again the whole month of November will be the filled with great Black Friday deals and sales. I4U News will again report about the best Black Friday deals and the hottest Black Friday ads as soon as they become available. Follow us on Twitter to not miss any hot Black Friday 2012 deals.


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A Mexican project towards autonomy in language learning
(Published in Learner Autonomy in Language Learning, October 2006)
RedICAA UAEM: A Mexican project towards autonomy in
language learning–the largest network of self-access centres
in the world?
Maria Estela Estrada Cortés, Coordinator of the RedICAA Project, & Elsa Martínez Olmedo, Academic Assistant of PIEI Online and Self-Learning Projects, Autonomous University of the State of Mexico
Download the the PDF version here
Project RedICAA, standing for Institutional Network of Self-Access Centres (Red Institucional de Centros de Autoacceso in Spanish), is based at the Autonomous University of the State of Mexico. It is a key element of the Institutional English Teaching Program (Programa Institucional de Enseñanza del Inglés) which is concerned with promoting and developing autonomy in language learning among the more than 32,500 university students who have English as a foreign language as part of their program of studies in order to attain international proficiency standards.
The first steps in the project were the installation of the centres, the provision of technology, and the search for the ideal profile for staff to coordinate them. At the beginning 11 centres were established in
different academic units belonging to the university. The number is increasing fast and by the end of 2006 there will be 31 of them, and by the middle of 2007 there will around 35. However, the implementation and setting up of such a project does not ensure that the project will succeed in
reaching its goals. A lot of effective strategies were designed and are in the process to be implemented. These strategies are explained in detail below, but here I should mention that they involve training staff and students, installing technology, and purchasing materials. The RedICAA centres offer students opportunities to develop English language proficiency through the use of technological resources, the development of autonomous learning skills, and the promotion of materials.
As its main and broad aim, the project envisioned to lead learners of English towards international standards of English, the implementation and strengthening of a network of self-access centres with more than 30 self-access centres where human resources, technology, didactic materials, theoretical foundations on autonomy in language learning, and Internet resources can join in leading staff and students towards the development of autonomy and self-directed learning programs. The strategies employed to help RedICAA reach this goal are diverse: staff training on autonomy, material design, and use of technology; learner training on strategy use and the development of autonomous learning skills; and the design, creation, and implementation of a professional program which will join all aspects and lead to success.
For more information, please the website http://www.uaemex.mx/piei/ or e-mail Maria Estela Estrada Cortés email@example.com / Elsa Martinez Olmedo firstname.lastname@example.com .


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A championship, but does it count?
This morning on WHYY 91FM, Elizabeth Fiedler recapped the Philadelphia Soul's big win in the Arena Bowl with this story:
As the clock ran down during Sunday's Arena Bowl championship, the people of Philadelphia finally had a chance to celebrate a championship.
"D'orazio runs back, running, throwing…1….0…Take a listen Philadelphia! The Philadelphia Soul are the 2008 World Champions of Arena Football… They do it – they win Arena Bowl 22!"
Thousands of Philadelphia Soul fans cheered on their team, as they clinched the victory in New Orleans. Soul Communications Director Greg Wiley said that 11 percent of Philadelphians who had their televisions on during the Arena Bowl watched the game too.
He said there's a reason the Soul has so many fans.
"It's high scoring, fast-paced, edge of your seat action. There's touchdown after touchdown, a lot of passing. A lot of hitting. It's football in a contained area," said Wiley.
"You're not only worried about getting tackled. You're worried about getting tackled into the wall. Players fall into the stands all the time. And you can catch footballs. You're so far away from the action at outdoor football games that's not going to happen."
Wiley says maybe one day local sports fans will follow Soul wide receiver Chris Jackson and quarterback Matt d'Orazio with the same intensity they devote to the Eagles.
My question for you, loyal readers/listeners: does it count? Does this championship mean that the "drought" – no major championship since the 1983 Sixers' victory over the Lakers – is over? Or does it only count if the Phillies, Flyers, Eagles or Sixers get their parade down Broad Street?Explore posts in the same categories: This Philadelphia Culture
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Baba Ramdev's star has only been rising ever since he introduced his Patanjali line of products. He has also been politically charged of late, providing his valuable (eh?) views on issues of national interest or disinterest time and again.
An issue that he is especially passionate and vocal about is that of cows. The recent spate of unfortunate incidents involving violence by the self-proclaimed Gau Rakshaks (Cow Vigilantes) has often invited comments from THE O.G. Baba regarding the importance of said "initiatives".
Now, however Baba has decided to take matters in his own Patanjali-cream moisturized hands and decided that his weapon of choice shall be, wait for it, Artificial Insemination.
Yes, you read that right. He will be working with vets from India, USA and Holland to empower sex selection so that more milch animals could be produced, thereby reducing the chance of the animal ending up at slaughterhouses. While bulls that have no practical use are liable to be slaughtered, breed improvement through the programme will ensure that milch cattle will have longer productive lives drastically increasing their chances of living out their natural life spans rather than being killed for a paltry sum. Ramdev has come up with the brilliant idea of extracting the semen of Brazilian bulls that were taken to the nation from India and have evolved over generations to become better. Talk about Baba's own brand of Ghar Waapsi!
Ramdev says there's another aspect to the programme. "Nasal Sudhaar" (Breed Improvement) is the need of the hour. He believes that more milk-producing cows will only add to improvement of the economy.
Regardless of how this one goes, or what side the cow sits, we'll keep a close watch on this one.
Because vigilantism, FTW!
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Wednesday, February 26, 2014
The Greeting Farm Preview Day #2: Sweet "Dollie with Bow" is Lost without You!
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she's super cute . Love that she comes with a doggie.ReplyDelete
That dog is so cute and this is my favourite Dollie.ReplyDelete
Can't wait to get these stamps! I was just thinking the other day " I wish they would rubberize these stamps" hooray!!!! Thanks, CindyReplyDelete
I love love love your colour scheme. She looks fantastic and what a cute dog!! Like this one very much.ReplyDelete
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This will be in my shopping cart for sure,
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Our Heavenly Father created women with a very special purpose in mind. How beautiful and precious we are to Him because we are the work of His Hands.The Bible teaches that His works are honorable and glorious! Because we are fashioned by God, He has a glorious and unique plan for each one of our lives. He reveals this special purpose in His Word where we find the blueprint for biblical womanhood.
This is an 8-lesson woman's study that is designed for individual, one-on-one or small group instruction. Workbooks provide a 5-day study for each lesson.


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What we have been doing recently
We have been busy over the last six months trying to represent and support the commoners of Cumbria and also learn from what others are doing. Below is a selection of the activities we have been involved with.
Maddy Jago visit
In early February we hosted a visit from Maddy Jago (Director, Landscape, Biodiversity and the Uplands for Natural England). The purpose of the visit was to present members' concerns over proposed new stocking levels in HLS agreements and their impact on hill farming businesses. Maddy talked to farmers in St John's in the Vale about their experiences (not all positive!) of working with United Utilities and Natural England on SCaMP (sustainable catchment management programme). She took part in a frank round table discussion with a number of our committee members, Will Cockbain NFU), Douglas Chalmers (CLA) and representatives from other organisations were also present.
Maddy agreed that among their priorities Natural England will focus on:
- Improving local joint working over grazing and agri-environment agreements through the Cumbria Grazing Forum
- Sharing and developing knowledge, via the Cumbria Grazing Forum
- Being more transparent about how Natural England calculates stocking levels in HLS agreements
- Understanding the impacts of agri-environment agreements and stocking changes on hill farming businesses and on day-to-day sheep farming
- Developing joint locally tailored approaches to grazing within agri-environment schemes, via the Grazing Forum
Through this process we hope to develop mutual respect, learn from each other and negotiate potential solutions that support a profitable hill farming sector and deliver the ecosystems services that we all need. We will be monitoring progress and report back to you.
To read a copy of the letter from Maddy Jago outlining Natural England's postion click on the link below.
We have coordinated responses to relevant government consultations on issues affecting commoning including:
- Defra SPS payments of commons May 2011 (click on link below to see our response)
- Defra consultation on Animal movements on and off the commons
- Defra request for views on Works on Commons
- Natural England Supplementary application for Uplands ELS
- Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee inquiry into issues facing farming in the uplands
Although it is sometimes hard to judge whether we get heard and, more importantly, heeded, the requests for our views keep on coming in. We are on the official consultation list - a sign that we have built up credibility with Defra and other government bodies.


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Hello everybody. My name is Sizey, but you can call me Simon. This is my first tutorial I have ever made. I was thinking of making a tutorial but I wasn't sure of were to start from. When Dragon_Queen made some everyday objects I had an idea of making a clock. Which is what your about to learn. If you are wondering what I have used to make this tutorial, I have used Paint.net in other words it's Paint but a more professional one.
DragoArt members upload artwork and drawing tutorials! They are also allowed to leave comments on tutorials, profiles, etc. Many more features, as well; it's way better than just being a boring guest! Register Now!


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Federation Belge du Commerce d'Importation de Bois / Belgische Federatie van de Houtinvoerhandel
About us:
"The Belgian Timber Importers Federation was founded in 1947 and today has more than 40 members, comprising 31 wood importers and ten agents from all over Belgium. Between them these companies account for the bulk of the country's €1 billion of timber imports.
The core aim of the Federation is to monitor protect and develop the professional interests of members, promote training and encourage dialogue across the sector.
We help to create links and greater solidarity between companies and individuals, operating as agents or importers of raw timber or semi-finished wood of all types and from all origins in the European Union The Federation also represents members in dialogue with government and other public authorities and private institutions in order to raise awareness of and defend their common business interests. Another function is to collate professional trade information and disseminate it to member companies. We undertake consultative assignments for public bodies and organise meetings where members can discuss the market situation and related issues. We additionally fulfil a marketing role, with our information centre, the Belgian Woodforum, providing free technical advice on the use of timber inside and outside the home. We also cooperate with phytosanitary authorities on plant health issues affecting the timber sector and, besides the Belgian government and European Commission, liaise with a range of other leading industry bodies on a regular basis in Europe and worldwide.
As part of the ETTF, we will also now be able to represent members on an even wider stage."
Bart de Turck, General Secretary


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Mushroom Music Publishing
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Phone : +61 3 9690 3399
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Home & Away / Neighbours Enquiries
If you are enquiring about music used in an episode of Home & Away or Neighbours, please locate the 'Episode Number' first from your local network and email email@example.com or head over to our Spotify playlists.
We don't accept work experience or intern enquiries.
If you are looking for Mushroom Records, please contact Warner Music Australia.
Any staff vacancies will be posted on our website home page and Facebook page.


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However, the North American area consists of solely two national science academies with exceptionally giant membership figures ( Table 1 ): the Royal Society of Canada (with 2108 members, of which sixteen{9174920fe6761dcca8af5c78dfabcc70f111f8f97305a3ed292156e2e75818d3} are ladies) and the United States National Academy of Sciences (with 2252 members, of which thirteen{9174920fe6761dcca8af5c78dfabcc70f111f8f97305a3ed292156e2e75818d3} are women). Academy of Science of South Africa is the only academy on the continent that ranks among the many prime five organisations for women membership (24{9174920fe6761dcca8af5c78dfabcc70f111f8f97305a3ed292156e2e75818d3}). Dr. Günter Stock, President of the Union of the German Academies of Sciences and ALLEA, in his abstract of the SASSH findings.
MISSION: NASAC gives an impartial discussion board for African science academies to offer authoritative credible recommendation for policy formulation in direction of economic, social and cultural development. IAP is in search of nominations for a Young Physicians Leaders coaching workshop to be held in April 2018 through the regional World Health Summit (WHS) assembly in Coimbra, Portugal.
It might subsequently be argued that national science academies are nicely placed to contribute in the direction of strengthening of national programs of innovation via advocating for increased participation of women and girls in STEM, and by gendering science insurance policies and applying the gender lens in research and innovation. If you're a concerned citizen with information about a but-to-be-revealed constitution faculty scandal, please take into account writing to me at perimeterprimate@. Perhaps it is finally dawning on some charter faculty supporters that the whole enterprise is a big can of worms.
There is little doubt however that an rising variety of inspectors, auditors, investigators, prosecutors and court docket rooms (and lots of money and time) will likely be wanted as more state charter caps are lifted. Moreover, because it may take time to attain a major shift in academy membership, it's endorsed that academies report on the 'gender make-up' of every year's election, with a view to determine whether or not there's an general trajectory of improvement.


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Celebrity Sweat takes on Las Vegas
What happens in Las Vegas, doesn't stay in Vegas especially when it involves the Celebrity Sweat Team! From Flo Rida to the Chippendales, nothing is off-limits in this on the strip episode of Celebrity Sweat. Eric the Trainer takes you backstage to show you how the "glitzy" people stay fit. Don't forget, you can get hundreds of fitness and training tips, as well as nutritional ideas and recipes at www.csweat.com.


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The Library
Welcome to the official website of Kendriya Vidyalaya IOC Noonmati Library. The website aims to provide library services to the student community online. Our School Library is fully computerized with the e-granthalaya.
An overview of the school.
Kendriya Vidyalaya, IOC, Noonmati
Kendriya Vidyalaya, IOC, Noonmati is one of the leading institutions of the North East Region which was established in 1985. Since the day of its inception, it is providing quality education at the reasonable expenses laid by KVS to all the children.It is located inside the IOC Noonmati campus of the Guwahati city. It falls under the Project sector School's of the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan and is affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education.
K.V. IOC, Noonmati, like any other KV adheres to all guidelines laid down by Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (HQ), New Delhi. The Academic Session begins from 1st April and closes on 31st March. It is a Co-educational school.
And here, In the School library site you can surf through the school library.


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Alright! My next long-term project is a bass guitar, but I need help from anyone who actually plays a bass.
I want to know your preferences,
4 or 5 strings?
What type of pickup setup?
What do you look for in a bass?
Anything you think could be helpful please post below.
Knowing these will help greatly in the planning and pricing process.
And if anyone haves hardware I could buy off em let me know!
Lastly, if you know of a good place to order hardwoods, I'm all ears.
P.S. spread the word.


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Really? We're still talking about this?
Okay, let's do this, let's talk about tznius. Here we go:
Let's talk about why we follow the religious laws of modesty.
Just kidding! I am so not going there. I mean, I can talk about why I follow the laws of tzniut, but that's not what this post is about. And I'm not going to talk about why you follow the laws of tzniut. (Get your own blog!) Everyone has different reasons why we connect or have a hard time connecting – to different halachot. But let's agree that a basic, legitimate reason to follow the laws of tzniut is because we love Hashem and one way that we express that love is by following His laws.
What I can't get behind is the idea that the main reason for women to dress modestly is so that men won't be attracted to them.
I mean, you can say, "Please cover your knees, so that you don't inadvertently put a stumbling block before the blind, as most normal, straight men find women's thighs attractive." And yet, you can just as easily say, "Please cover your ankles, so that you don't inadvertently put a stumbling block before the blind, as most normal, straight men find women's calves attractive."
"Ahh," you say, "but these are two different things. One of them is halacha, and the other is not."
Well, yes. Exactly. Because Jewish law does not mandate that women prevent men from being attracted to them. That…would be ridiculous.
Let's talk about whether there is a difference between objectification and lust.
(Yes. The answer is yes.)
I see this being mixed up a lot, but they're really, really, really not the same. Lust is a normal human desire – that both men and women experience, by the way – sometimes inappropriate but not inherently dehumanizing or evil. Objectification is different.
Objectification is when you think that the crux of someone's existence is their body, or their usefulness: what they can do for you or what you can do to them.
Straight dudes: You see a lady wearing not a lot of clothing and you feel lust? That makes sense; after all, clothing is generally removed in, um, intimate situations, and so an association between the two concepts is normal. However, in a situation where this lust is inappropriate, you tone it down. But hey, this applies whether the lady is wearing a swimsuit or a Snuggie.
The same straight dudes: You see a lady wearing not a lot of clothing and your mind turns her into a sexual object, removing her own thoughts and feelings from the equation? This is a problem, and saying that this is true about most men (and I don't think it is!) does not paint a pretty picture of society. This would be completely counter-productive in regards to marriage, for one. If a husband respected his wife less the more he saw her unclothed… well, you can see how that would be a disaster.
Let's talk about whether or not feminism is a dirty word.
Okay, listen up, because I'm talking to you, "Mr/Ms/Dr. I'm Not A Feminist But."
Yes, you.
You're the one reading an article or blog post, nodding along…
I believe that women are human beings who deserve just as much respect as men.
"Yeah, of course!"
I believe that everyone should be able to live their lives without the fear of harassment, rape, or abuse.
And that's why I'm proud to call myself a feminist.
"Whoa whoa WHOA let's not get ahead of ourselves here!"
Ouch. When I see people I like, decent people, use the word "feminist" like it's an insult, it hurts my heart.
They probably don't mean it how it sounds. They probably don't mean to deride all people who think that women are human beings. But it still makes me wince.
True, there are some people with stricter criteria than "think that women are human beings," but let's not be clique-y and exclusive. Respect women as people? You're a feminist. We may disagree over many topics, but we're still on the same team.
One time, a few years ago, after some conversation that I don't remember over Shabbat lunch, one of the guys at the table asked me if I was a feminist. I didn't want to come off as combative (I know, "Yes" is a totally antagonistic sentence; let's leave that for another time), and I wanted to maybe convert a potential ally, so I responded, "Well, I'm not not a feminist."
He thought it over. "Okay," he acquiesced. "I'm also not not a feminist."
(By the way, if the person I was talking to remembers this and is reading this post, sorry I didn't get your permission first! I totally would have! Except I forgot who the other person in this conversation was.)
Hey, Not-Not Feminists? Welcome aboard.
And that is all I have to say on the subject.
(Don't worry, I can totally take it back; Kol Nidrei is coming up.)


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Smokers are at significantly greater risk of losing their sight than non-smokers, yet awareness of eye damage from smoking is worryingly low according to the Public Health Agency (PHA).
Fewer than 10% of smokers realise that smoking can affect their eye health. This compares with 92% associating smoking with lung cancer and 88% identifying a link between smoking and the risk of heart disease.
To coincide with World Sight Day on 9 October, the PHA is highlighting the damage that smokers could be doing to their eyes and urging them to stop smoking.
Dr Jackie McCall, Consultant in Public Health at the PHA, said: "Smoking is the single greatest cause of preventable illness, premature death and health inequality throughout Northern Ireland. Not only does smoking increase your risk of developing smoking-related illnesses such as coronary heart disease, stroke and many cancers, but it can significantly increase your risk of sight loss and poor vision.
"Toxic chemicals in tobacco smoke can damage the delicate surface and the internal structure of the eye. It can damage blood vessels inside the eye and interfere with tear production and the health of the cornea. This can lead to an increased risk of many eye conditions including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), nuclear cataracts, thyroid eye disease, dry eye and poor colour vision.
"It is not as simple as saying that by stopping smoking you will see your eye health improve. It's more that if you do choose to smoke, you are seriously adding to the risk that your eyesight could be affected as you grow older and sadly the point at which you will notice the change in your vision is usually after the damage has been done, therefore we are urging smokers to think seriously about their vision and use it as an incentive to give up smoking.
"The sooner you give up, the sooner you will halt the damage being caused to your eyes by smoking."
Gerry Bleakney, Strategic Lead for Tobacco Control with the PHA, said: "Stopping smoking is the single most important thing you can do for your health, and the good news is that it's never too late to quit. Quitting smoking at any age can reduce your risk of developing many sight-threatening eye conditions not to mention the benefits of a healthier lifestyle and, ultimately, a healthier body.
"In Northern Ireland there are over 600 free stop smoking specialist services located in pharmacies, GP surgeries, hospitals, communities and workplaces that can help with your quit attempt. For more information and useful tips to stop smoking visit the PHA's 'Want 2 Stop' website at www.want2stop.info and order a 'Quit Kit' free of charge. Alternatively contact the Smokers' Helpline on 0808 812 8008.
"If you quit and then relapse, accept it, work out why it happened, and focus on how you can avoid it in the future. It takes several efforts for many people to quit for good, but if you are determined, you will do it. Last year thousands of people decided to stop using the PHA's Stop Smoking Services, and many others did so on their own. 'Be prepared' is the motto for success."
Regular eye examinations should form part of everyone's health routine as looking after your eyes is just as important as looking after the rest of your body. Raymond Curran, Head of General Ophthalmic Services at Health and Social Care Board welcomed the ramping up of awareness on this significant day, saying "HSCB are pleased to be associated with this important initiative. It is now known that smokers are four times more likely to develop macular degeneration, and it is never too late to quit."
If you do notice a change to your sight, never dismiss it as 'just part of getting older' – visit your local optometrist immediately.
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The Chuckle Brothers of Royalty, namely Prince William and his bastard sibling Prince Harry have departed the rain sodden shores of Blighty for a spot of weekend wild life and peasant slaughtering in sunny Espana.
Rather than bother with TripAdvisor reviews the daring duo are slumming it on a 37,000 acre estate in Cordoba owned by the filthy rich and utterly useless 'Dook' of Westminster after taking separate token cheap flights with Ryanair to appease the downtrodden and poverty stricken British masses!
During their forty eight hour stay in Spain the two gun slinging clowns expect to slaughter numerous wildlife including Stags, Wild Boar and Partridge and, if they are lucky, a few hapless peasants labouring in the fields for a pittance.
The ill timed trip takes place a mere few days before Wills and his old man, Prince Chas, take part in a new campaign to SAVE wildlife from slaughter and extinction! It was not clear whether Prince Chas was aware of his sons' plans as he was still recovering from an all-night bender at the famous London transvestite venue, the "Way Out Club" with 'Cyril' or Camilla as he likes to be known.
The slogan of the campaign he and William are backing is called "Let's Urinate On Wildlife" which pretty much sums up the Royal's true feeling about defenceless animals, many made even more rare after these two gun happy maniacs have finished their current slaughter!
Prince Haribo flew into Seville airport first with a bunch of gun happy mates and immediately 'took out' a careless baggage handler, Juan Sheet, who had dared to touch his gold leaf suitcase, the body of Juan hastily 'disappearing' after one rotation of the baggage carousel.
Prince William arrived an hour later hastily zipping up his flies as he blew a kiss to the two flushed Irish stewardesses who were flashing their boobs at him and with whom he had enjoyed an 'in-flight' ménage a trios….for an extra £80!!
The laughing 'brothers' then boarded a private helicopter for the onward journey to the Cordoba estate during which time they were able to take pot shots at various Spanish peasants working on their farms.
It is reported that Prince Harry managed to wipe out a total of 37 Spaniards en route without wasting a shot, doubtless attributed to his excellent RAF training. Meanwhile, Prince William did not fare so well, his first shot accidently taking out both pilot and co-pilot of the helicopter by mistake. Luckily, being a trained pilot Wills was able to bring the helicopter down after cracking a couple of Estrella Damm wiping out most of the estates spacious tennis courts in the process!
Both idiots were reported to be unhurt as they staggered giggling, arm in arm, pissed as ferrets and were greeted by grovelling staff that assisted them to their respective rooms to sleep it orf!
Meanwhile, Wills' wife and Prince Harry's part-time poke, Kate, along with his latest full-time shag, Cressida have been left behind in London which suits them both fine. As furtive members of the infamous 'Sewing Circle'-a secret lesbian and bisexual club-they are both lapping it up, literally and metaphorically, and have invited fellow members to a full 'blown' rave this weekend while the two stupid's are away.
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16 Things You Need To Know Before Getting An IUD
IUDs often get lost in the shadow of their popular contraceptive cousin the Pill, but they deserve some time in the limelight. That's because the small, T-shaped device, which is placed in the uterus at your gyno's office, is considered one of the most effective reversible contraceptive methods you can buy, with an impressive 99 percent protection rate against pregnancy, according to the Guttmacher Institute for reproductive health.
Unlike high-maintenance oral contraceptives that require you to take them every day like clockwork, once an IUD is inserted you can basically forget about it…for years. Not too shabby, right?
Whether you're curious, on the fence, or are seriously considering getting one, here's what you need to know about IUDs.
1. IUD stands for interuterine device, because it goes inside your uterus.
IUDs are T-shaped and about 32 millimeters long/32 millimeters across, give or take a few millimeters. Getting one implanted is a quick outpatient procedure that takes about five minutes. You can get it done at your ob/gyn's office or at a family planning clinic such as Planned Parenthood. The doc will insert a speculum and sterilize the area. Some doctors give their patients a shot to numb the cervix, which decreases pain. The IUD is then inserted through the vagina in an insertion tube, past the opening in the cervix, and into your uterus. IUDs have flexible "arms" (the top of "T"), which fold flat when the device is inserted. Once it's positioned properly, the arms snap up to form a "T" and keep the IUD in place.
2. It's one of the most effective forms of contraception you can get.
When you look at the Pill, it has two fairly different failure rates, according to the Guttmacher Institute. One is "perfect use" (0.03 percent), which is the magical scenario in which the Pill is taken correctly and consistently every single time—without fail. The other is "typical use" (9 percent), which is the failure rate in real life, where you forget your pill because you're hung over or are traveling in a different time zone. All IUDs, on the other hand, have incredibly close or identical perfect use and typical use rates (0.02% for hormonal IUDs, and 0.06-0.08 percent for the copper IUD) because once an IUD is inserted, it's hard to mess things up. "With IUDs, it's set it and forget it," Lauren F. Streicher, M.D., associate clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and author of Sex Rx: Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever, tells SELF.
Related: 7 Things That Can Make Birth Control Pills Fail
3. IUDs last between 3 and 10 years and then need to be removed.
IUDs have two strings attached to the bottom, which stick out through the opening of your cervix. When it comes time to remove an IUD, the doctor places a speculum in your vagina and uses forceps or clamps to position and gently pull on the strings to take the IUD out. That may sound a little scary, but IUDs flexible "arms" fold flat to easily remove the device. You can have a replacement IUD inserted right away, as long as you're not removing the device because of a health issue, such as pelvic inflammation.
4. There are two different types: hormonal and copper.
There are hormonal and non-hormonal versions of IUDs. In the U.S., there are three brands of hormonal IUDs: Mirena, Skyla, and the new Liletta—all three of which deliver a steady stream of the hormone levonorgestrel to the uterus to prevent pregnancy, according to Streicher. Mirena lasts five years, while Liletta, is FDA-approved for three years. Skyla, which has lower doses of levonorgestrel than the other two hormonal IUDs, is approved for three years. ParaGard, which is made with copper since the metal is toxic to sperm, is the only non-hormonal option and provides a full decade of pregnancy protection. The hormonal IUDs don't last as long as their copper counterparts because after a few years, their hormonal supply is depleted, notes Streicher. That's why you need a replacement sooner with hormonal IUDs than with copper.
5. IUDs prevent pregnancy in multiple ways.
"Hormonal IUDs attack conception on a lot of fronts," says Streicher. Hormonal IUDs release progestin, which makes cervical mucus extremely thick and sticky—picture a pool of molasses—which is difficult for sperm to swim in and reach the egg. If sperm somehow make it through this thick mucosal barrier and manage to fertilize an egg, it's unlikely the fertilized egg will ever implant in the uterus because, thanks to the hormones, it's so thin and inadequate (no offense to your uterus). "It really prevents conception from taking place," says Streicher. The copper IUD, on the other hands, triggers an inflammatory reaction that is toxic to sperm, according to the Mayo Clinic.
6. Not everyone is a candidate for an IUD.
Certain health conditions can preclude you from getting one, including if you've had a pelvic infection after childbirth or an abortion in the past three months, according to Planned Parenthood. So it's best to speak with your gyno to make sure that IUDs are right for you.
Related: 18 Things You Should Never Put In Your Vagina
7. Getting one put in hurts—sometimes a lot.
The discomfort level of having an IUD placed runs the gamut from mild cramping that lasts for a few minutes to painful, knock-your-socks-off cramps that lasts throughout the day. "Some women say after, 'That was truly nothing,' and others say, 'That was horrible,'" says Streicher. Taking a couple of Advil 45 minutes to one hour before coming in for an IUD helps, according to Streicher. (FWIW, getting it removed is a lot faster, easier and less painful.)
8. But there's an optimal—and less painful—time to get an IUD.
The best time to get an IUD is mid-period, according to Planned Parenthood. That's because the cervix is the most open then (to let the menstrual blood out), making placement in the uterus less uncomfortable.
9. IUDs come with an added bonus: lighter periods.
Along with pregnancy protection, hormonal IUDs make your periods lighter and reduce painful menstrual cramps. In fact, on average, you can expect your flow to be reduced by 90 percent or be entirely period-free, according to Planned Parenthood.
10. Unless you have a copper one, in which case the opposite can happen.
Copper IUDs often cause cramps and lead to longer, heavier menstrual periods. "In some women, these symptoms will go away over time, while in others it continues to be an issue," says Streicher.
11. IUDs start preventing pregnancy right away.
You don't have to wait long before the pregnancy-preventing benefits kick in. ParaGard works immediately, while hormonal IUDs Merina and Skyla are effective right away if they're placed within seven days after the start of your period, according to Planned Parenthood.
12. They sometimes come with side effects, such as back pain.
Although side effects are minimal, some women find their periods are irregular or have spotting after getting an IUD. Some women also experience backaches and headaches with the device.
13. There's a slim chance your partner will feel it.
When an IUD is inserted properly, your partner won't feel the device or the strings hanging down. That said, your partner may feel it if the IUD is falling out (see # 14) or if the strings were cut too short, which makes them sharp. (They're supposed to curl up, like tampon strings do inside your vagina.)
Related: 9 "Embarrassing" Sex Moments That Are Actually Totally Normal
14. It can sometimes slip out.
Not to freak you out or anything, but in rare cases, the IUD can slip out of the uterus a little or all the way, which can cause an unplanned pregnancy. "The most common time it's expelled is right after the IUD is put in," notes Streicher. According to Planned Parenthood, this is more likely to occur in young women and those who haven't had a baby. And you won't necessarily know it's happened. "A lot of people think they'll know it, but the IUD may sit in the vagina and it's like a tampon in that you don't feel it," she says. That's why, for the first few months after having an IUD placed, you insert a couple of fingers into your vagina periodically to check the strings that are attached to the IUD. If the device is slipping out, see your gyno to have the IUD removed.
15. IUDs can act as emergency contraception.
The "morning after pill" isn't the only way to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. "Placing an IUD within a few days of having unprotected sex will actually prevent pregnancy by [inhibiting] implantation," says Streicher.
16. Once an IUD is removed, your fertility goes back to normal.
Because it's an easily reversible form of contraception, you should consider yourself back in business as soon as the IUD is taken out. "Assume you are fertile as soon as the IUD comes out," says Streicher. If you don't intend to get pregnant right away and are having sex, use another form of contraceptive, such as condoms.
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Episode Eight: Kevin Willmott, Benjamin Meade and Sean Hill
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Jerry Rapp
Executive Producers
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Jerry Rapp
Michelle Davidson
Supervising Producer / Writer
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Senior Producer
Linda Wiedmaier
Producer / Director
Larry Garrett
Michael Wunsch / Outpost Worldwide
Robert K. Cecil / Outpost Worldwide
Sarah Strnad / Outpost Worldwide
Teri Rogers / t2 + Back Alley Films
Erin McGrane
Technical Director
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First Assistant Director
Bryce Young
Second Assistant Director
Jefferson Edward Donald
Floor Manager / Production Coordinator
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Directors of Photography
Jason Cantu
Michael Wunsch
Jib Operators
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Scott Jolley
Camera Operators
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Todd Norris
Assistant Camera
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Chris Williamson
Camera Intern
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Gaffer / Sound Engineer
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Media Manager
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Script Supervisors
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Molly Montgomery
Guest Coordinator
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Maia Ades
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Maia Ades
Molly Montgomery
Hair and Makeup Artists
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Chanda Hutton
Kate Webb
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Role and Responsibilities of first aider:
Infection control Consent,
First aid equipment Incident reporting
Scene survey, primary survey, calling for help/information needed
CPR and AED
Recovery position
Management of a seizure
Choking casualty
Types, recognition and treatment
Bleeds and treatment
Small cuts Grazes Bumps and bruises small splinters Minor burns During the training your trainer will be assess you and you will have a multiple question paper.
We are busy having fun making these videos but they are not quite ready yet.
Whats happening? You will be able todo blended course on EFAW so you do 3 hours online then a trainer will come and finish the last few bits before assess your practical and carryout a small test paper.
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"MY EYES see FOR YOU; MY HEART BLEEDS THE utter -- MY vivaciousness ENTERS YOUR SOUL unconditionally." ~ Jesus ~ My response: As I way in my Bible I gain the feeling someone is looking at me I point of view my head to see Who It is You, Jesus my Savior Your eyes see into mine I quality You can see into my soul silently You tell me You adore me Thank You for bodily to your liking to free me even though You look my sins even even though I harm You I feel Your unstoppable headache caused by anything my sins they're beating You in tummy of me I refuse to shout "Crucify Him!" considering the crowd yet I accept God's Will Thank You for taking my place It will not be simple to watch You die Will I have to close my eyes Will me subconscious there comfort You I wish hence (Luke 23:21) Now I gaze upon the One I have pierced I accept Your blood & water flowing healing my soul I'm sorry I adore You, Lord I achieve up venerating Your Cross (John 19:34-37) I stayed Where else would I go I wise saying Your Heart bleeding blood taking into consideration unmovable droplets of Gospel I hope I could have healed You then but this is above and higher than a First Aid situation I needed whatever Your artificial Blood through Your wounds I am healed Thank You for transfusing my heart past Your resolved, Grace, moving picture (1 Peter 2:24) I hope I could Keep You in my arms but I know that is Your mother's role I stand by her side even if for moral support and she lets me Keep Your lifeless hand I'm red-handed and it's my fault I hope I could hold it forever or never wash my hand again to prove my adore radical devotion But they are going to accept You away from me into the chilly tomb 3 days feels considering therefore long to wait I hope I could hibernate in prayer too in there in the manner of you, sadly praying by Your body I just have to wait considering trust I undertake You will rise again later than You told us After 3 days of insomniac wish I go behind them my eyes look for You The tomb is already edit I wish they had allow me stay I would have been let out they didn't say yes but I believed You You search for my eyes We are reunited no one can take you away at least not forever You wash my still-red hand :) I know You love me me personally I support Your clean hand I kiss the nail mark Your rays of Divine Mercy now unbloody, unwatery in the manner of a touchless embrace of unchanging Mercy subsequent to seeing The Light I trust You, Jesus totally! Jesus' respond to me (based upon Colossians 1:24) "BY put on an act THE ABOVE -- REACHING UP... YOU given ME."


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Canopy Lodge
El Valle de Anton, Panama, Central America, Americas
"A rainforest canopy lodge with birds, bugs, and more!"
As the name suggests, the Canopy Lodge is perched in the depths of the forests of Central America, and guarantees a break away that will enchant you every time you open your curtains in the morning. Your destination within this paradise consists of 12 fantastic rooms all with vast balconies, ideal for surveying Panama's immense living landscapes. The gardens of the lodge regularly attract a vast array of tropical birds, surrounding you as you tuck into some local cuisine on the open air veranda. But if that's not enough for you, guided walks also come highly recommended; led by expert guides, you may well be lucky enough to bump into everyone's favourite lethargic mammal: the two-toed sloth!
Environmental awareness and a desire for sustainability are at the Canopy Lodge's very foundations - quite literally! The lodge was constructed using local materials, which not only reduced the carbon footprint of its building process but also supported the local economy. To this day, integration with the local community remains one of the cornerstones of the Canopy Lodge, which supports numerous local organisations and involves the community in lodge activities wherever possible. The lodge management's pride in their sustainable efforts are evident as they are actively shared with guests in order to promote a 'greener' way of thinking.
One of the major features of the Canopy Lodge is its emphasis on reducing waste and energy usage, through utilising renewable sources and by thinking about appropriate packaging. Food is purchased locally and in bulk, thus reducing the potential waste accumulated (and also having the added benefit of contributing to the local economy). Toiletries, such as shampoo and shower gel, are supplied in dispensers which also reduces any rubbish produced. Finally, energy saving light bulbs and appliances are used throughout - yet another environmental bonus!
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George Nolfi rose to prominence as a screenwriter with his contributions to the scripts for Steven Soderbergh's Ocean's Twelve and Paul Greengrass' The Bourne Ultimatum. He thereafter went solo and established himself as an equally-capable writer/director with his Philip K. Dick story adaptation The Adjustment Bureau (starring Matt Damon and Emily Blunt).
Nolfi was recently a contender to helm Marvel's Captain America 2 (subtitled The Winter Soldier) and supervised the script revision on Arnold Schwarzenegger's comeback vehicle, The Last Stand. However, his sophomore directing effort looks to be another project entirely, titled XOXO.
Variety says the social media thriller was written as a spec by Black Swan co-writer Mark Heyman, who is now reworking his initial script draft under Nolfi's supervision. Story-wise, the project is being referred to as Fatal Attraction for the digital age, as it follows an engaged executive who begins a virtual relationship with a mysterious woman on Facebook - only for things to turn dangerous when "the Internet romance begins seeping into the protag's actual life in a deadly way."
XOXO begs comparisons to the (faux?) doc Catfish, as well as the thriller Hard Candy. The latter not only offers a clever inversion of the predator-prey dynamic from the Red Riding Hood fairy tale, but also the stereotypical nightmare scenario for parents whose children converse with strangers online. Heyman's script, by comparison, reads as taking a more conventional approach to exploiting paranoia about misrepresentative digital identities.
On the other hand, XOXO stands apart as a unique thriller since a healthy chunk of the "action" in Heyman's script boils down to computer-based interactions. It's for that reason Lionsgate has plans to liven things up by having Nolfi create "stylized visual sequences" for the scenes set online. David Fincher ably managed a similar task in The Social Network, so perhaps Nolfi will emulate his technique.
Black Swan director Darren Aronofsky is onboard to produce XOXO through his Protozoa Pictures, along with Groundswell Prods' Michael London (Sideways) and Kelly Mullen (All Good Things, Win Win). When you consider the accomplished names working behind the scenes on XOXO alone, the film is already worthy of attention (despite only being in the pre-production stage of development).
While Nolfi is attached to helm XOXO at some point in the future, there is not yet a tentative timeline for when that might happen (at least, not officially). We will keep you posted as the story develops.
Source: Variety


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Mount Moriah
Mount Moriah is the 5th highest mountain in Nevada, a bit overshadowed by its neighbor Mount Wheeler, the highlight of Great Basin National Park. Moriah is just 73 feet shy of having 5,000 feet of prominence making it onto the Ultra 57 list. Still, it is #59 if you wanted to reach the top 100 prominent peaks in the lower 48. Mount Moriah is located in the Mt. Moriah Wilderness area, near the border of Utah near Ely. Its remoteness pretty much guarantees you will be alone on the summit.
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Hikers have approached from several canyons, but only Big Canyon Trailhead is described here as it is the easiest. From the Utah border crossing on Hwy. 6, go 21 miles to a gravel turnoff. From Ely it is 42.5 miles. The mainline road heads east at first then goes north. Follow this road about 11.8 miles to Forest Road 469 on the right. Now heading into the mountain range, follow FR 469 for 11.4 miles to its end. This is the Big Canyon trailhead and should have a trail sign and wilderness sign. The road is maintained but can get rough in places. 4WD is needed because of the steepness and high clearance in places depending on the last road grading. Stay on what looks like the main road. At 10.4 miles is a road split that is the only difficult choice. Left is to a primitive camp area, go right. Park in a half mile at a closed road sign or follow the road higher to the official trailhead for Big Canyon. The road ends on an open plateau bordered by aspen groves at almost 10,000 feet elevation.
From the Big Canyon Trailhead, hike up the ridge to some obvious rock obstacles. Find a nice game trail in the woods on the right side of the ridge. Follow the trail as it traverses upward heading in the correct direction. Eventually reach the ridge top and continue to the east side where the terrain is easier. Follow the ridge area as it connects with the main bulk of Mount Moriah. Soon the way steepens and eventually you are at the treeline. Minor climbers trails work up through the talus slopes but the route is all class 2, easy scrambling. The map below also shows a variation of the route that is a touch shorter but starts a bit lower down on the road.
Distance: 3 miles
Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet
Summit Elevation: 12,067 feet
Access: Rough Road, 4WD needed, high clearance prefered
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Yellow ball showing route to the summit from the lower parking area
Big Canyon Trailhead - follow ridge up until you hit the summit
Looking down at the Big Canyon Trailhead
The trails in the woods near the start
On the ridge heading to the peak
Meadows along the way
Summit wind break
Old corral in route
Last tree and shade
View NE from the summit
Looking east from the summit
Looking south from the summit
Mount Wheeler from Moriah
View NW from the summit
View SW from the summit
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The mighty Himalayas, the serene Backwaters, the lush Greenery, the golden Deserts, delicious Delicacies and the warm People – all these and many more add up to make India one of the major tourist destinations in the world. People from all over the world visit India to engulf the country's diverse culture, rich heritage and colourful traditions. India has since time immemorial been attracting people from all over the world. The country is full of surprises.
Being one of the renowned holiday destinations India also homes a wide range of Hotels that add much pleasure to the vacation in this wonderful country. If you are planning your next vacation in this magnificent count country you are sure to find ample facilities as far as lodging is concerned. The amazing fact is that each state has its own range of hotels in India. These Hotels in India are also proving a great help in the booming travel and tourism in India. And the major part is that there are hotels ranging from Luxury Hotels to Economy Hotels. So pick your choice of Hotel in India and let us take care of the rest.
If you want a royal treatment during your stay in India, you can book yourself in one of the Heritage Hotels in India. Re-live the life of the ancient Emperor or Empress. Exemplifying the past glory and grandeur of India, most of the havelis and mansions of ancient times have been turned into Heritage Hotels. Here in these hotels you can also grab the opportunity to experience royal pleasure in traditional ambiance. To experience an international standard of service, you can book your stay in one of the luxury hotels. These hotels are detailed with world class infrastructural amenities and will offer you with a fine lodging and dinning experience. Both Heritage and Luxury Hotels cater to the higher strata of the society.
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When choosing a shade tree it is good to pick one that does more than just give shade. Fall color is a natural feature of many trees but few are as famous or as glorious as Sugar Maple. Many people travel to New England and Canada every fall to see the brilliant display put on by the forests of sugar maple but you can enjoy that same spectacle in your own garden. If you are looking for a large shade tree that will live for many decades and increase in beauty as it grows, then Sugar Maple is an excellent choice. It can be grown as a specimen tree in a large lawn or planted around your property to give form and height to your garden. It also makes a terrific privacy tree when planted in groups or rows, and it can even be pruned into a hedge.
Growing Sugar Maple Trees
Maple is a tree that will happily grow in shade until it reaches the sunlight above, so it can be planted among other deciduous trees. Perhaps you have some existing old trees on your property. At some time in the future these may become old and need removal. If you have planted Sugar Maples among them, they will have grown and be ready to replace your old trees when that time comes. If you plant your Sugar Maple in the open it will develop a broad, round crown. If planted in the shade of other trees it will be more upright and taller, with a narrower outline. Flowers can be seen in early spring, but these are not conspicuous and look like small green balls on the branches of the tree before the leaves emerge. They develop into the well-known 'maple keys' that spin through the air in fall. The bark is brown and as the tree matures it develops vertical ridges and furrows and becomes rougher.
Sugar Maple grows from zone 3 to zone 8, so it is a good choice as a shade tree for gardens in cooler areas. The best fall color develops if you have warm days and cold nights in fall. In warmer areas, although still a good shade tree, fall color will be mostly yellow.
Soil Conditions
Sugar Maples prefer deep, rich soil of a loamy or sandy nature. They will tolerate clay soil if it is well-drained. They will not do well in wet, badly-drained soils or in thin, rocky soils. This tree will do well in urban setting but needs to be located away from highways or areas of pollution. It is not tolerant of road-salt. It will also thrive in rural areas and is an excellent choice for developing natural woodland areas or for large properties.
Growth Rate
Your Sugar Maple tree will grow around one foot per year but may grow a little faster while it is young. If you are planting in a lawn, apply good organic mulch underneath the branch area, but keep the mulch away from the actual trunk. Keep your tree well-watered, especially when young and use a tree fertilizer to keep it growing rapidly and healthily.
Care and Maintenance
No special pruning is required, just remove any crowded branches and leave a few strong, well-spaced branches to make the main framework of your tree. This tree is generally free of major pests or diseases and keeping it growing well with water and nutrients will develop a strong, healthy tree.
Planting Location
When choosing a location for your Sugar Maple allow plenty of room for your tree to develop without becoming a hazard to buildings of power-lines. Allow 30 feet clearance from surrounding buildings. Choose a sunny location, although Sugar Maple will also grow in the shade of other deciduous trees.
A tree for life deserves a little care, so dig a wide, shallow hole about three times the diameter of the pot. Add some organic material like compost, manure or peat-moss and some bone-meal or superphosphate. Before planting your tree, remove it from the pot and with a sharp knife make three or four cuts an inch deep down the sides of the root-ball. This will encourage the roots to spread out rather than growing round the tree and potentially restricting its growth. Place the tree in the centre of the hole, put back most of the soil and firm it down well. Add lots of water and when it has drained away fill in with the rest of the soil. Water your new tree well every week for the first season.
History and Origins of the Sugar Maple
Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) is a forest tree that can reach 80 feet or more in the wild, but is more likely to be around 40 feet in a garden setting. It is found growing naturally throughout the north-east, as far west as Minnesota and south to Virginia and Tennessee. It has a dense, rounded crown about 30 feet across on a 40 foot tree, reaching 60 feet across on an 80 foot tree.The leaves are the familiar 'maple-leaf' form, with 5 lobes and they are about 5 inches or more in size.It is a deciduous tree so it loses its leaves in winter, but not before they turn to beautiful shades of gold, orange and crimson.
Buying Sugar Maples at The Tree Center
Sugar Maple is a distinct species and other types of maples will not have the same fall color and growth habits. Seedling trees are very variable and our trees are grown by grafting stems of selected, improved forms onto seedling roots. This also develops a good trunk structure and ensures that your tree will have top-quality fall color. However, these take longer to produce, so avoid cheaper seedling trees that will only be a disappointment.
We sell only trees that are true to their proper form and we have a wide range of sizes to give you the best plant for your purpose. However, we are constantly renewing our stock so our customers get fresh, healthy plants – so supplies of this tree may be limited.


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LOS ANGELES — Today, as the formal boundaries between the British royal family and the public narrow, pictures of 9-month-old Prince George are posted daily on the Facebook pages of Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, the former Kate Middleton. But, in fact, photography has been promoting the royal brand since its inception in the 19th century, as an exhibition on view at the Getty Center here shows. Fame may seem a 20th-century phenomenon, but Queen Victoria was the first public figure to exploit its promotional potential and the earliest — and least likely — international celebrity of the photographed world.
Two years after Victoria ascended the throne in 1837, William Henry Fox Talbot, who vied with Louis Daguerre as photography's official inventor, managed through his cousin, a lady-in-waiting at the palace, to get his photographs into the hands of the 20-year-old queen. Victoria, who presumably had never seen anything like it before, looked at the botanical images of ferns and grasses, and an ethereal gauze ribbon that she declared "very curious."
Victoria and Albert, married in 1840, became significant champions of the new medium. When the queen died in 1901, she left a collection of 20,000 photographs that charted historic events, cultural advancements and artistic experimentation over the course of her rule, spanning the first six decades of photography. "A Royal Passion: Queen Victoria and Photography," at the J. Paul Getty Museum through June 8, presents more than 150 images, drawn from the royal and the Getty collections, from the first daguerreotypes seen in England to calotypes, stereographs and albumen prints, by Felice Beato, Julia Margaret Cameron, Roger Fenton, Francis Frith and Gustave Le Gray.
Countless official portraits of the queen circulated in the public sphere to symbolize the stature of the monarchy. Equally, a trove of personal portraits of her, Prince Albert and their nine children, which reside in albums and boxes at Windsor Castle, were distributed to establish Her Majesty not as a stern, prudish monarch but, unexpectedly, as a doting mother warmly engaged with her family. These photographs constitute a surprising visual record of Queen Victoria herself behind the scenes.
While she continued to sit for court painters, who produced portraits that were made into etchings and circulated to the popular press, Anne M. Lyden, the exhibition curator, said, "Photography helped to strengthen the relationship between monarch and people, simply through accessibility."
Throughout the 19th century, the relationship between the queen and photography proved mutually beneficial. Early on, when it was still a magical experience to see true-to-life images fixed on paper, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert lent their official patronage to the Photographic Society of London (later the Royal Photographic Society), commissioned portraits and purchased work by the most prominent photographers of the era. The queen later recalled with fondness the evenings when she and Prince Albert had dined alone and looked at their photographs together. "It was such an amusement," she wrote in her journal. "Such an interest."
As Philippe Garner, international head of photographs at Christie's, recently said, "She surely recognized the power of photography to underscore to a huge audience the iconic status of the royals."
The show includes the first existing portrait of Queen Victoria, a daguerreotype from the mid-1840s, made before any distinction between official and personal portraiture had been established. She sits for the camera in everyday clothes with an affectionate arm around her young daughter. Her first awareness of "celebrity portraiture" may have occurred in 1852, when she invited William Edward Kilburn to photograph her with five of her children for a daguerreotype, a cumbersome process requiring long exposures. Despite her enthusiasm for the new art form, Queen Victoria was not pleased with the results. Her likeness upset her so much that she scratched her own face out of the image. "The day was splendid for it," she wrote of the session in her journal. "Mine was unfortunately horrid."
In its first decade, photography was a preoccupation of a small number of wealthy country gentlemen who could afford the novel pastime. But in 1851, the Great Exhibition in London piqued Prince Albert's enthusiasm when 700 photographs were exhibited. Six million people attended the exhibition, almost all of them encountering photography for the very first time.
The queen commissioned Fenton to photograph the royal family at its various residences It was he who first instructed the royal couple about the effect of their gestures, expressions and posture in front of the camera, teaching them how to control their public image. After one of these sessions, Victoria wrote in her journal that she "was photographed in my Court dress by Mr. Fenton, alone and with Albert — I hope successfully."
According to Roger Taylor, the British curator and photographic scholar, this portrait signifies the moment when the queen decided to reveal herself before the camera as a sovereign rather than as a wife and mother. "Her decision hints at her increasing awareness that photography could be harnessed to wider ambitions, and, in fact, this photograph would be among the first of countless images portraying her as a supremely powerful monarch, the architect of European dynasties and Empress of India," he wrote in a Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibition catalog.
In 1853 the Crimean War gave photography greater relevance as soldiers flocked to photographic studios, like that of Kilburn, providing keepsakes for their families before they sailed for battle. The queen kept a private album of maimed soldiers to remind her of the horrors of the Crimean War and the Uprising of 1857 in India.
When Prince Albert died suddenly of typhoid fever in 1861, Victoria asked William Bambridge to photograph his body before burial at Windsor Castle. She had the photograph hand-colored and used it as a reference to preserve the Blue Room just as it was in the picture for 40 years, until her own death.
A year after Albert died, Victoria had Bambridge photograph her in mourning poses, dressed in black, standing next to monumental statues, either alone or with her children. When she released the first public "mourning picture," the press declared it beneath her dignity. Yet it started a trend; throughout England, bereaved men and women had their own mourning pictures made.
Victoria's mourning period was long and private. Ever more aware of true-to-life images as potent surrogates for herself, Queen Victoria sat for official photographs to preserve her stature, relying on her official portraits to stand in for live public appearances. Because of her prolonged withdrawal, there were calls for her abdication.
In 1877, despite the public disapproval, Victoria, Queen of England, was also proclaimed Empress of India. While she never visited that country, she relied heavily on her official portraits' being distributed there. They became symbols of the monarchy, her visual identity creating the aura of a deity, further securing her hegemony beyond the British Isles — and deep into the roots of 19th-century photography.


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Was at a museum recently, and one of the people in my group was commenting about it as we left. Said she enjoyed it all until she came to the displays on evolution. She's a Creationist. And a teacher for area-wide "public schools".
If you are a Creationist, you are not qualified to teach kids science. Period.
It's just like if you don't believe that adding positive numbers together results in a larger number than either of the ones you added, you aren't qualified to teach math.
You can have an opinion (which is WRONG) about those subjects, but you're an idiot and not qualified to pass yourself off as any kind of teacher figure.
I wanted to ask her "Explain all the reasons you choose to discount science, besides the Bible". Because I have a lot of independent reasons I believe that evolution occurred, is occurring, and will continue to occur as long as life as we know it exists.