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The Definitive Guide to Communicating with Your Lady
After hitting Publish on "The Definitive Guide to Understanding Your Man", I had a bit of a moment: It's not right to expect only women to dig deep and try to see things from the other side, is it? And to be fair to the men among us— it's not that I think women do all the work in every relationship. I've seen couples held together by the male counterpart just as often as I've seen women bending over backwards for their man. Doesn't it make sense to create a guide for the men too? I know there are men out there who want to listen harder, understand better, and put the time and focus into being the best mate they can be to the women they fall asleep next to every night.
Like my other guide, this one pulls together psychological research, advice gleaned from therapy sessions with Dr. Crane, and my own experiences with my husband, all for the purpose of giving you a no-bullshit resource for better communicating with your main squeeze.
Are you ready?
If you're a man reading this, prepare to take notes, because I've poured my heart and mind into giving you a resource jam-packed with tips and actionable steps to better communicate with your leading lady! And ladies, this might be the perfect article to print off and suggest—nicely!— to your husband or boyfriend. This could be the spark you need for beginning a new, deeper conversation about how the two of you relate.
My hope is that these two guides will help us all on our quest of learning how to love and understand the one we're with. We can't change that we're different (and would we honestly want that?), but we can change how we navigate those differences.
Okay, gentlemen, are you ready for some communication tips you can start implementing today? Here we go:
1. Let her know that you want to understand.
We all know the stereotypes about men and women: Women are driven by emotions and talk, talk, talk… while men are driven by logic and want to get to the point. Of course that is generalization but whether your lady does or not, it's important to remember that your partner is not just any woman, she's your woman. You don't have to understand the entire female species, but it will take your relationship to the next level if you show her that you want to understand her.
So how do you let her know that you want to understand her? That you want to be the one person in the world who really knows her? For starters, make sure you clear your mind of distractions and really tune in when she's pouring her heart out to you. But whether you're in the midst of deep conversations or daily chitchat, start asking clarifying questions like these:
- "How does __________ make you feel?"
- "What do I do for you that makes you feel most loved?"
- "What do you wish I knew about you?"
- "What can I do to help?"
Watch her face light up
You might feel silly at first, but watch her face light up when she realizes that you're serious. That you want to get her like no one else does. Look at her when she's talking to you— for goodness sake, if you're being distracted by your TV or phone, turn them off! Sometimes it might feel like she's talking in circles, or she brings up the same topic 3 nights in a row (guilty!), but remember that just because you have different communication styles does not make one better than the other!
"When a man can listen to a woman's feelings without getting angry and frustrated, he gives her a wonderful gift. He makes it safe for her to express herself. The more she is able to express herself, the more she feels heard and understood, and the more she is able to give a man the loving trust, acceptance, appreciation, admiration, approval, and encouragement that he needs." ― John Gray
In the end, the lady in your life simply wants to feel connected to you. Simple, right? She wants to know that you are trying to understand her. She wants to know that she's worth that effort to you. So next time you're sitting across the table and find yourself tuning her out but nodding your head as if you're listening— my hubby is so guilty of that move!— catch yourself. Take a deep breath. Lean in. Ask her to repeat herself. Ask her to clarify. Show her that you're listening and that you want to know her more. I can guarantee that if you make active questioning and listening a regular part of your relationship, you will see her open up to you in ways she never has before.
"Take a deep breath. Lean in. Ask her to repeat herself. Ask her to clarify. Show her that you're listening and that you want to know her more."
2. When she has an issue, let her talk it out.
In my article on men's communication I talked about how my husband likes to retreat to his "cave" for a while before he's tackling a problem (which is like every other day but who's counting). Women often deal with conflict in the opposite way ('cuz life can't be too easy, right?). John Gray talks about women's reaction to stress in his book Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus:
"A women under stress is not immediately concerned with finding solutions to her problems but rather seeks relief by expressing herself and being understood." — John Gray
This difference is probably my biggest hurdle with my own husband. When a relationship issue stops me dead in my tracks, I want to talk it through now so I can feel better by processing out loud— he, on the other hand, wants time. What usually happens is that he stonewalls me when I dive in immediately, and we know that's never good. Sure, later he'll approach me to say he's worked through it and is ready to talk, but at that point? I'm hurt or angry… or both.
Patience is a virtue…
A few years back, HuffPost did a piece on gender differences. The article explained how women want to talk through a tense moment between zero and ten minutes after the incident. It went on to say that men usually want at least 5-10 hours to join a rational discussion. This part stuck with me for days:
"As a woman, learning to momentarily drop a subject is a truly valuable skill. Now, should women constantly be the ones to compromise? No. However … both in this case and generally, developing patience is probably one of the biggest gifts a woman can give her partner — and herself." — Shannon Oliver Leyko, Huffington Post
As a woman, I can tell you that patience in the midst of tension is difficult stuff. I try to let my anger cool before bringing it up, but my gut reaction— and most women's gut reactions, it seems— is to tackle the discussion ASAP. While it's helpful for the woman in your life to work on her patience, one of the biggest gifts you can give her is to let her talk it out when she needs to… At the very least, agree to a set time when you can talk rationally, so that she doesn't feel like she's waiting indefinitely.
All these tips can be overwhelming— I get it. Changing habits is hard to do and never happens overnight. It takes time and for many of us, will take some kind of coaching. I know dudes aren't easily swayed in the direction of seeking help but honestly, it's proven to help your life and you can do it in secrecy— nobody has to know!
That's why I love e-therapy from Talkspace. E-therapy is the new modern take on counseling and allows you to connect with your chosen therapist via chat, anytime, anyplace. That means you can have a session in the privacy of your own office. A quick 30-min catch up to get some tips on how to handle certain situations. Remember what my therapist, Dr. Crane says? Couples come to see him 7 years too late. Talkspace will only cost you $32/week. Seriously? Give it a bash, you've got nothing to lose!
3. She wants to feel worth your time.
This piggybacks off of the last one, and is crucial to cultivating intimacy in your communication. If the woman in your life doesn't feel like you value her enough to set aside time for her, she will wither inside.
"When I sit with my wife and give her twenty minutes of my undivided attention and she does the same for me, we are giving each other twenty minutes of life. We will never have those twenty minutes again; we are giving our lives to each other. It is a powerful emotional communicator of love." ― Gary Chapman
I get it— you men are the warriors of the household, focused on worrying about how to make ends meet and fulfilling your dreams of success. At least this is what my husband is like. We have been on both sides of the financial spectrum in our lives, and to be honest, whether he's near or far from reaching his goals, he is a very distracted fella. My hubby doesn't usually realize when he's withdrawn from me, so I have to ask him to snap out of it. Men, as women we crave uninterrupted time. I need my husband's time. I need his attention and his engagement in whatever is going on in my life. I also need him to show me that he values me enough to slow down and share with me what's going on in his.
It's not complaining, it's venting
Guys, here's another thing you should know when your woman wants to spend time connecting through talking: If it seems negative at first, it's because we need to vent. It's not because we want all of our communication to center around complaining. And it's not an underhanded critique of you. Trust me, we would just come out and say it if it was. This is a tough one for stay-at-home moms especially. Think about it for a second— If you spent half your day picking up after little ones, making meals without a hint of gratitude in return, and generally performing menial tasks, wouldn't you need to vent for a few minutes when you see your first adult at the end of the day?
The explanation is actually quite simple. Science tells us that women have a bigger language center in their brains than men, which means that, "Women have this huge need— much greater than men, even though men have it, too— to vent their frustrations, their disappointments and problems" (Huffington Post). Please, please, please don't take our venting as criticism! It's not! We're simply wired to let go of stress through language.
John Gray suggests having a "Venus Talk"— a ten-minute time for women to have a chance to reduce their stress through talking— at least three times a week. This doesn't mean men can't have a say; it's simply a way to acknowledge the ladies' need to "talk it out" on a regular basis.
"Please, please, please don't take our venting as criticism! It's not! We're simply wired to let go of stress through language."
4. Emotional connection first, sex second.
Oh boy, here we go, right? Sex can be a hot-button topic in relationships. Love lives differ wildly, but there's one thing that I think most women can agree on: We focus on emotional needs first, sex second. Notice I'm not saying sex never! The truth is, gentlemen, if you focus on connecting with your lady emotionally, any sex that follows will be so much better. Why? Because she will feel more relaxed. More confident. More loved. More sexy.
"Men are motivated when they feel needed while women are motivated when they feel cherished." ― John Gray
Have you ever heard of the term "Habituation?" Verywell.com describes this as "a decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated presentation." This is like when you buy that shiny new tech toy that you can't stop looking at, or thinking about, or using. After time you become desensitized to it. It loses its allure. See where I'm going with this?
Women need to feel that they are still special to you. Still attractive to you and cherished by you. My husband and I have been together for years; and now with kids in the house, it's even more difficult to feel cherished. I know my husband loves me, but I still crave affirmations of his attraction to me and need to not feel taken for granted.
"I can live for two months on a good compliment." — Mark Twain
Compliments are key
This isn't foreplay. This isn't an affirming smack on the booty (though those can have their place!). It's important to tend to your lady's emotional needs with no strings attached. Will sex sometimes follow? Of course! But not every time, and that shouldn't be the point. You love your wife, right? She's the person you chose to stand by forever, and she deserves to continue feeling like you would choose her today.
"Verbal compliments, or words of appreciation, are powerful communicators of love." ― Gary Chapman
Compliments are key, but there are other ways to help meet your wife or girlfriend's emotional needs. Only you know the things that make her feel most cherished (because you had that conversation in section #1, right?). As I've said before, there's nothing like intensive study on the one person you need to know how to love best: your partner.
There are many ways to make a woman feels cherished, and every woman is different. Here are some ideas to start:
- You can support the leading lady in your life by encouraging her to reduce stress and feel special through sensory stimulation, like a massage or a warm bubble bath.
- You can take walks with her because you know she loves nature.
- You can take her to a comedy club for your next date night, since you know she loves to laugh and laughing is a great stress reliever.
- You can compliment her in written form, through a love letter or frequent texts.
- Sometimes her emotional needs are best met by someone else, and that's okay too: you can encourage her to go out for a girls' night, or call her best friend and chat.
The sky's the limit here, gents! The point is this: To truly connect to the woman in your life, you have to know how to make her feel cherished.
Let's wrap it up here.
It may feel like you have a long road ahead of you when it comes to communicating well with the woman you love. The truth? Yes. But remember why you love her in the first place. Remember what sparked that attraction, what keeps you wanting to get closer to her, and what makes you want to spend your time in her presence.
The efforts you make to communicate better with her may go unnoticed at first. Before long though, if you're truly trying to understand her, talking through your issues, setting aside time to talk, and meeting her needs (letting her know she's cherished) you will start to see her face light up like never before. This might not come naturally to you, but it will be worth it!
In the end, remember that communication with the one you love only gets better with time and effort. Navigating your communication and love language differences with respect and affirmation will work wonders on your relationship. Get started now, and enjoy feeling more connected with the one you love.


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Brian Regan announces summer and fall tour dates, including a stop at Radio City Music Hall
Brian Regan announced the summer and fall dates of his never ending theater tour and tickets are about to be on sale (and soon after, be sold out). Regan will visit 41 cities on the upcoming legs of his tour through North America. One of the top comedians working today, the comic will perform in Radio City Music Hall for the first time on Sep. 26. The nation got toRead more


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By Jennifer Teegarden, Forestry Outreach Specialist, Division of Forestry, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
This Arbor Month the DNR is issuing the #31DaysOfTrees Challenge in May. (In social media, the pound sign is a "hashtag" used to identify messages on a specific topic). The challenge is simple. During May, post a photo or video of you getting your daily dose of trees on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram along with the hashtag #31DaysOfTrees (include @MinnesotaDNR when posting to Facebook). You could win a prize by participating.
Minnesotan's 18 years and older will have a chance to win a free State Parks permit and have 10 trees planted in your honor in a Minnesota State Forest. The Forestry Division's Outreach Unit will select five winners based on best selfie, best video, best location, most unique tree, and most creative way to get your daily dose of trees. DNR staff and immediate family are not eligible to win prizes but are encouraged to participate.
2017 is the second year of a 2-year Arbor Month campaign that celebrates the health benefits of trees. New this year are videos of Minnesotans getting their daily dose of trees and sharing how trees improve your health. Check them out at mndnr.gov/arbormonth. The videos are really fun, quirky, and quick-all while sharing great info on trees.
Trees provide many benefits to our personal health and wellbeing. Did you know?
- Trees block harmful UV rays that cause skin cancer.
- Childhood asthma rates are lower in urban neighborhoods that have more trees.
- Trees and shrubs reduce stressful noises by 50 percent.
- Trees and forests decrease mental stress by relaxing and restoring the mind.
- Kids who play in nature are more relaxed, attentive, and do better in school.
- Trees reduce air and surface temperatures by up to 20°F.
- Trees help patients heal by refocusing their attention and improving coping skills.
- Tree-lined streets encourage walking, which helps meet daily exercise requirements.
I hope you commit to getting your #DailyDoseOfTrees and participate in the #31DaysOfTrees challenge in May to celebrate Arbor Month. Please encourage family and friends to participate in the #31DayOfTrees Challenge, and participate yourself! Also, watch for Arbor Month content on the DNR's Facebook page and Forestry Division's new Twitter page (@mnforestry), including videos and graphics. Please like and share this content to help spread the word that trees are great. Also, order the Daily Dose of Tree poster for your home or office, or share it with friends, families, and colleagues. Check out mndnr.gov/arbormonth to locate an Arbor Month celebration near you.


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The Toy Workshop
I'll admit it – I buy more toys for Annabelle than perhaps is necessary. But between the look of excitement on her face and knowing that she gets to learn at the same time… well, I just can't help myself.
And what's more, I've found a toy store that I absolutely love. The Toy Workshop has such classic, functional and well-made toys that are really affordable as well.
The Toy Store has some of those classics that I remember playing with as a child like activity cubes and beautiful handmade teddy bears. Sorry Annabelle – it looks like mummy will be stealing some of your toys!
Here are a few of my favourite items from The Toy Workshop. You can visit the store at 2/735 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn, VIC 3122 or check out their range online at TiniTrader.
Battat Okideoke Phone, $39.95
As a kid, we all dreamed of being a popstar, right? Well this microphone is so clever it records songs, and you can play them back! Perfect for your little one's singing practice. Warning – you may be hearing their songs on repeat all day long!
Ever Earth Activity Cube, $64.95
I love activity cubes as they keep babies and toddlers entertained for ages and are great for their development too. This classic wooden cube features adorable animals – sure to be a winner with kids everywhere.
Johnco Productions Fire Engine Pedal Car, $399.95
This pedal car is perfect for all kids dreaming of being firefighters. It's sturdy and made the old fashioned way so will stand the test of time.
Belle & Boo Birthday Surprise Tea Set, $59.95
Having a tea party with my sister and friends was one of my favourite games as a child and I can now have tea parties with Annabelle with this super cute tea set.
Charlie Bears Dash, $119.95
Every child needs that special teddy bear. Dash is handmade with so much attention to detail that he really is the perfect gift.


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Today I went to the store. I wanted to exchange the largest bottle of teriyaki sauce I have ever seen. I had very specific instructions regarding the brand to replace it with and I had no idea how to go about doing it. Knowing what little I did, I got into the customer service line behind Mr. Creepy-Stringy-White-Hair-And-Bald-Spot, soon Mr. Scary-Just-Walked-Into-A-Column joined us. Based on what little I knew about customer service I assumed the service rep. would be in a dreadful mood and would try to bite my head off despite my simple request and valid receipt. After Ms. Bag-Full-Of-Thing-To-Return was done and Mr. Creepy-Stringy-White-Hair-And-Bald-Spot was done with his transaction (it involved a piece of white paper and a couple dollar bills) it was my turn to approach the dreaded CSR. I think she could tell I was an exchange n00b and she was nicer than I thought and everything seemed to be going well until the topic of the replacement product came up. No one had thought to tell me that I should bring that way with me too so I ran off looking for teriyaki sauce (which, apparently, is a condiment) only to find that I couldn't find the right brand. Dejectedly I returned to the line and told her I just wanted a refund. She asked me if I had the credit card that had been used– no one had thought to provide me with that either. I told her 'no' and I could tell she was starting to dislike me. Then she asked if I had a penny– no one in their right mind would think to provide me with one. Once again I told her I didn't and she sighed and gave me my $4.99 and made me sign and put my phone number on a little piece of paper. I then went on to shopping bliss (except I forgot to buy bread) but now I have to return a paintbrush….
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The next decade, is the golden age of technical energy. Energy and energy conservation, energy saving, energy saving and transportation, electricity, iron and steel, nonferrous metals, petroleum and petrochemical, chemical, building materials and other key industries of advanced application of technological transformation and so on. GF Securities research will be summarized into three key areas: industrial, construction and mechanical and electrical fields. Special Electric Motors energy saving is a key part of industrial energy saving.
"Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Industry Development Plan" three rounds of consultation procedures have been completed, the year is expected to introduce. It is expected that China's environmental protection investment will reach 3.1 trillion during the 12th Five-Year Plan period, which is 121% higher than the investment of 1.54 trillion yuan during the 11th Five-Year Plan period.
China's various types of electrical power consumption of China's total industrial power consumption of 60% to 70%, so the great prospects for energy-saving Special Electric Motors. However, the field of energy-saving Special Electric Motors competition in many technical energy-saving industries in the most intense and cruel.
According to the Great Wall Securities research shows that the current major energy-saving sub-sectors and listed companies, including power plant air-cooled technology, power plant secondary equipment, carbon capture and storage, inverter, energy-saving transformers, efficient Special Electric Motors, electronic power and components Multiple sub-sectors.
One of the inverter market prospects worthy of attention. Shanxi Securities research pointed out that the potential market of high-voltage inverter up to 60 billion yuan.
The inverter, there are a number of listed companies, first of all in the huge demand for high-voltage inverter market, with Kang Kang frequency, Rongxin shares, Zhiguang Electric and Kim from the sky.
And some companies are in the form of industrial chain to eat, including Jiuzhou Electric, power sources are all high, medium and low voltage full range of frequency converter; In addition, Ke Lu Electronics also in this area a share, with high, In the low-voltage inverter, but the inverter revenue accounted for a small proportion of operating income.


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- Many activities are run in Stevenage, Hitchin and Letchworth
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She was also famous as the mother of star Saira Banu and the mother-in-law of actor Dilip Kumar.
While most actresses of her era rose from poverty and had not even been to primary school, Naseem came from a wealthy background. Her entry to the movies was accidental; her school had closed for summer and she went to Bombay with her mother on a visit to a family friend. Every day she pleaded with her host to take her to the studios where, eventually, she saw the shooting of Silver King, and decided that she would become an actress.
She continued to hang around the studios and her beauty got her offers of work, but her mother, who wanted her to study medicine, turned them down. When Sohrab Modi offered her a role in his film Hamlet, she resorted to tears and a hunger strike until her mother gave in.
Hamlet made her an overnight sensation. She returned to Delhi to complete her studies, but found that she was denied admission to any college. Having joined the film artistes, she was considered to be part of a very low profession. This attitude made the teenager earnestly seek a film career. She shot Khoon ka Khoon, President, Divorce, Khan Bahadur, Meetha Zahar and Vasanti.
The historical classic Minerva Movietone's Pukar, in which, dressed in Mughal finery, she gave a tender performance as the monarch Noor Jehan, brought her success. Naseem spent two years learning to sing, and did her own singing for the film. In another Minerva Movietone film, Sheesh Mahal, Naseem played the poor daughter of a fallen landlord. Dressed simply, with little make-up, she moved audiences to tears.
After reigning at Minerva Movietone, Naseem became an equal power at Filmistan. Her first picture for the studio was Chal Chal Re Naujawan, with Ashok Kumar. In the early 1950s, Naseem played opposite actors more than 10 years her junior, but the difference in their ages was not evident.
Naseem's husband, Ehsan, became a producer and together they made half a dozen films for Taj Mahal Pictures. But she then made a big career mistake by getting into low-grade movies like Baghi, a swashbuckling drama, and Sindbad, in which she played a pirate.
Many stars of her era migrated to Pakistan, but Naseem worked side by side with younger female stars. In the mid-1950s she retired, though she lit up the screen with a small role in Naushirwan-e-Adil.
She continued to be offered leading roles by producers, but turned them down, so as not, she said, to compete with her equally celebrated daughter, Saira. She began a new career designing for Saira, who became famous for her embroidered saris.
Today, whenever Pukar or Sheesh Mahal are shown on television, old film lovers get nostalgic and new cinemagoers are bowled over by Naseem Banu's beauty.
She is survived by Saira and her son, Sultan Ahmed.
Naseem Banu, film actress, born July 4 1916; died June 18 2002


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The Paonia Ranger District manages National Forest with 478,000 total acres which includes 244,000 acres designated as Wilderness. The District has three developed campgrounds, with dispersed camping allowed in the National Forest and Wilderness Areas. Paonia District has 277 miles of hiking and horseback trails, 400 miles of roads (with some just open to ATV use and others for 4-wheel drive vehicles). Hunting is very popular in the district with 15 permitted outfitters offering both fall and summer experiences.


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Security Engineer
Your Role at Bolt
What You Will Do:
- Set and execute on the technology security strategy
- Own compliance that is relevant to Bolt (PCI-DSS, GDPR etc.)
- Do infrastructure and vendor security audits, run penetration testing, and own disaster recovery and business continuity plans
- Establish the bug bounty programs
- Do technical design reviews to ensure our products follow the best practices
- Run bug bounty programs
- Train Bolt employees on security
- Create and run the incident response plan
- Be a security evangelist
- 5+ years of experience in application and information security
- Deep knowledge of the latest forms of security vulnerabilities, threats and exploits
- Experience managing large initiatives and ability to wear multiple hats
- Experience working with security vendors and doing software security reviews
- Experience running bug bounty programs
- Experience training engineers and others on security topics
- Ability to work autonomously in a fast paced, cross-functional environment, and comfort with ambiguity
Our Values
Be 20% Wrong
As a startup, speed is extremely important. The quicker we move, the more mistakes we make. If we are making no mistakes, it means, quite simply, that we're not moving fast enough. Therefore, a 20% error rate is, not only permissible, but expected. If you're not wrong 20% of the time, you're not moving fast or ambitious enough.
All or Nothing
All or Nothing is the guiding philosophy for our decisions. Starting with why we work at Bolt, it is, quite simply, because we're obsessed. We're not here to advance our professional careers or for a financial outcome. We're here because we're obsessed with changing the world and becoming the best versions of ourselves. And we trust that, to the degree to which we do what we are obsessed with, everything else in life will fall into place. Similarly, we make only "All or Nothing" decisions about others we bring onto the team and product features we build.
Chase 10X, Not 10%
The only way a startup with 10s of people can outcompete corporations with 1000s is by leveraging its force multipliers of nimbleness, talent, and creativity. Large corporations focus on 10% optimizations to generate millions in revenue. They cannot evoke major changes without years of preparation. As a startup, we don't have that luxury… it also does not make economic sense to optimize something that's very small. There are always more incremental features to build. There are always more incremental people to hire. But, from product to people, we must consistently chase 10X opportunities and force multipliers.
Writing Over Talking
At Bolt, we recognize that talking drives emotions, ego, and politics. Writing enables clarity of thought and analysis. We strive to create a culture where decisions are driven by data, not by social influence. To facilitate this, we approach problems with preparation, writing out issues and proposals in depth.
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Michael Flynn Resigns In Disgrace
Retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn resigned on the 13th amid growing public concerns over his loyalty to the US, and the truth. The report came just hours after the WashPost published a statement suggesting that the White House had been warned that Flynn may be a target of blackmail. Flynn reportedly had discussed US sanction on Russia with a Russian ambassador in weeks prior, then lied about doing so, and then lied about lying. Caught in the middle of his own web of deceit, and amassing public support for his dismissal, decided to excuse himself after only 25 days on the job.


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The World's first Floating Wind Farm has taken to the oceans in a sign that an innovation once limited to innovative work planning phases is at long last prepared to open fields of sea for creating sustainable power.
After two turbines were skimmed for the current week, five now bounce delicately in the profound waters of a fjord on the western shoreline of Norway prepared to be pulled over the North Sea to their last goal off north-east Scotland.
World's First Floating Wind Farm Located in Scotland
The £200m Hywind venture is unordinary not in light of the spearheading innovation included, which utilizes a 78-meter-tall submerged counterbalance and three mooring lines that will be connected to the seabed to keep the turbines upright. It is likewise striking in light of the fact that the engineer isn't a sustainable power source firm yet Norway's Statoil, which is hoping to enhance far from carbon-based energizes.
Irene Rummelhoff, leader of the oil company's low-carbon division, said the innovation opened up a gigantic new asset of wind control.
"It's practically boundless. As of now we are stating [floating windfarms will work in] water profundities of in the vicinity of 100 and 700 meters, yet I figure we can go further than that. It opens up sea that was inaccessible," she said.
Seaward windfarms are jumping up over the North Sea for a reason – its waters are remarkably sufficiently shallow to enable turbines to be mounted on steel shafts settled to the seabed.
Nonetheless, such settled base turbines must be introduced at dilute profundities to 40 meters, making them little use for the steeply racked coastlines of the US west drift or Japan.
"On the off chance that you take a gander at coastlines around the globe, few have adequate zone at profundities down to 40 meters so on the off chance that they need to send seaward breeze, they have to present drifting breeze," said Rummelhoff.
And opening up new boondocks, for example, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, skimming windfarms could be set more distant to ocean to keep away from the kind of tasteful protests that scuppered a £3.5b windfarm off the Dorset drift.
While Hywind is a minnow among present day seaward breeze ventures – it resolve only 20,000 homes contrasted and the 800,000 by one being worked off the Yorkshire drift – advocates say coasting turbines could obscure settled base ones over the long haul.
"Looking to the following decades, there may be where drifting is greater than settled based," said Stephan Barth of IEA Wind, an intergovernmental wind control body covering 21 nations.
Bruno Geschier, head promoting officer at Ideol, a French organization planning to fabricate coasting windfarms in Japan, France and somewhere else, said he anticipated that drifting homesteads would start to take off in the following decade, "coming to cruising elevation in the mid-2020s and a major blast in 2030-35".
The commercialisation additionally implies a possibility for new nations to develop as sustainable power source pioneers. The UK has the most seaward breeze limit on the planet, with Germany not a long ways behind, but rather France, which has none, needs to end up noticeably a market pioneer.
"Skimming wind is an open door for France to venture on to the platform," said Geschier.
For Statoil, the desire go well past Peterhead in Scotland, where Hywind will be moored and giving force from October at the most recent.
Rummelhoff said drifting windfarms will grow up in the ranges where ordinary ones have been built up, as nations, for example, the UK come up short on appropriate locales in shallower waters.
Be that as it may, it is additionally conversing with state governments in Hawaii and California about tasks, and looking at Japan and the new, master renewables government in Seoul.
In the same way as other new advances, the greatest test will be taken a toll. Behind the turbines at the deepwater port of Stord in Norway sits a tremendous lifting vessel generally utilized as a part of the oil and gas industry. It is the second greatest of its kind, exceptionally costly to contract – and, for the time being, basic during the time spent lifting the turbines off the quayside and drifting them.
The first-of-a-kind sort implies store network intricacy, as well. "We have 15 fundamental temporary workers. For the future we can't have 15, we can have in the vicinity of 5 and 10," said Leif Delp, venture administrator for Hywind.
Statoil said skimming wind would be an indistinguishable cost from traditional seaward windfarms by 2030, while IEA said the cost today was the same as settled base ones 10 years prior.
Specialists have said a regular seaward windfarm with the limit of Hywind would be not as much as a large portion of the cost. A liberal appropriation bargain from the Scottish government made the venture suitable.
"Actually, everything is conceivable. It's recently the sticker price that accompanies it," said Barth.


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Starting an international long distance relationship sounds hard and scary. We are talking about being countries away! So you need to be sure you want it or it won't work. Here's a little help for those who are thinking about starting one or for the ones that are in one and need some advice.
My boyfriend lives in the US… while I live in Chile. We are kilometers away. Countries away. Dollars away (we can't forget the money for the plane tickets!). Luckily we have managed to see each other every four months or so.
We've been together nearly two years and I can say distance never gets easier. Here are some tips that will help you to not go crazy that easily (even though it can be really hard sometimes).
Ways To Survive An International Long Distance Relationship
1. Be Patient
I know, that's a little obvious, but it's something very important that you can't forget easily. The waiting can be long before you see each other again, and sometimes you won't even know when will be the next time. Those factors will drive you crazy, but remember why you took the decision to start this relationship and how much you love that person.
There will be ups and downs, but don't forget to try harder on those awful days. Especially when you think you can't keep going.
2. Talk Every Day
Yes, there are different schedules and different time zones. But you have to try! It's important to keep the communication even if you talk about stupid things for 15 minutes. It doesn't matter if it's through Facebook Messenger or another app. Just do it!
Remember that you significant other is important and needs attention. Being in an international long distance relationship means you can't make it up and see each other the next day.
3. Make Future Plans Together
That always helps me when I feel sad. Thinking about where we can go together or which restaurants we should try next time, always helps with my mood. Having those conversations lift the spirits and makes you think about the next time.
4. Save Money
No need further explanation. Traveling costs money and you will need every penny! I'm lucky that my parents help me out with that. So if there's a way your parents can help… make sure they like that person!
5. Take Advantage of Social Media
Like I said on the second tip… talk everyday! Meaning it can be through an app. Sometimes my boyfriend and I have 3 different conversation trough 3 different apps. On Instagram, we send each other memes and funny videos, through Snapchat we sent pictures and videos, while our main conversation is through Facebook Messenger.
6. Don't Let Your Friends Bring You Down
Yeah, friends can be mean sometimes but they want the best for you. For sure, they won't understand at first why would you pick to be with someone that's living in another country if there is -obviously- plenty of fish where you live. But no matter what they say… you are the one who has to be sure. It's your relationship. You can take advice, but they don't truly understand how's like to be so far away from the person you love. So don't take too seriously what they say.
7. Something's Gotta Give
That's a funny movie, but also brings a good lesson. Couples fight over stupid things all the time… and not being in front of that person to solve the problem makes the situation worse. Arguing over text sucks because you don't know if they are being sarcastic… if they are serious or just trying to annoy you. I'm very sensitive and I tend to do a big deal of everything. Luckily my boyfriends know how to treat me and after 5 minutes I feel normal again. But he's upset he takes longer to calm down so it's me who has to be patient. The important thing is: don't make the argument bigger. And if you can… try to solve it through video chat. It's not the same but at least you can see the person.
8. Leave Aside Jealousy
We all have that one person that brings the worst in us. That one girl (or girls for that matter) who makes our insecurities arise and makes us want to go there and kick some asses. I can be very extreme with that kind of feelings and it's really upsetting that you can't be there to deal with the issue in person. So what I normally do is trust him to deal with it and keep it to myself unless the girl is being really obvious.
9. Talk About Feelings
It's very important to keep track of the feelings. When you aren't together a lot to cherish the relationship in a physical way you need to complement that in another way… through words. Talk about what you love about the person… the reasons. Talk about the moment you met, the times when you are together.
10. Be Strong
There will be a lot of times when you will think that maybe love isn't enough to keep this relationship. That is too hard. But yes, love is enough if you think you have a future with that person. It is enough when you feel you can go through anything for and with that person. Write your feelings so you will have them in hand when you think things aren't going the way you wanted. It is important to be in charge of your feelings to be a little more rational about them. If you can fix the issue then you'll be alright.
11. Trust
Okay, so the main reason why we are all doing this long distance relationship, is that we trust the person we love. Trust that they will take care of our hearts. If you aren't feeling that way then you need a serious conversation with your significant other. This is the basis of any relationship, but it takes more importance in this cases.
These relationships are hard, but honestly they are worth every hard time we go through. If you are in the same situation as me, I would love to hear from you and your experiences! You can send me a message here.


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Cabin Construction and Maintenance
Volunteer opportunities to maintain and improve the PATC cabins often become available.
The PATC Cabins Operations Committee undertakes larger projects,
which are announced in the monthly newsletter, the Potomac Appalachian, and on the online calendar.
Occasionally, positions for PATC Cabin Overseers and Co-Overseers become vacant.
If you believe that you have the interest and requisite skills to serve as an overseer,
download and complete the Potential Cabin Overseer Form and email it to the Cabin Maintenance Chair.
Likewise, the form can be mailed to club headquarters at 118 Park Street SE, Vienna, VA 22180.
Current Vacancies
Robert Humphrey Cabin Co-Overseer
For more information, contact Cabin Maintenance Chair Mel Merritt or Cabin Coordinator Martha Reynolds.
Work crews assist the Overseer with various cabin duties and projects.
If you are new to PATC cabins, joining a work crew is an excellent way to learn how to responsibly use a cabin,
in addition to providing a valuable service to PATC.
Overseers visit their cabins at least four times a year, and often more, resulting in about 150 cabin work trips
annually, club-wide. Although many overseers have recruited a volunteer team, others seek help by posting notices
and events in the Potomac Appalachian and on the online calendar.


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Our digestive tract is a complex and immensely important system, and it plays a star role in our overall health and wellness. It is a first line of defense for our immune system, and does a stellar job protecting the rest of our body from all sorts of microscopic enemies. Not to mention it's more well known role of digesting and absorbing all the food and essential nutrients our body requires.
What we eat has a huge impact on our digestive tract. Our diet can enhance or it can compromise the integrity of this awesome internal system and immunity booster.
Digestive problems as well as many new and increased incidences of other health problems seem to be on the rise. Convenience foods and processed foods have also been on the rise over the past few decades. They add a lot of goop to our diets on their own, but it's what they displace (fresh fruits and vegetables for one) that is exacerbating our health issues.
Through working as a wellness dietitian and with many healthy and active adults and athletes, I have also seen how many people suffer with IBS. Unfortunately IBS is a diagnosis of exclusion, and thus many times becomes a catch all for "unidentified digestive woes".
However, there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and because of great progressive minds, we are learning that IBS may have very specific links to intestinal bacteria, food borne illness, and intolerance to certain foods (FODMAPs).
Check out our weekly blog posts, the Food and Nutrition section, as well as the fun Triple Braided challenges for tips, ideas, and incentives for staying healthy, active, and happy!


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Research show that the uniqueness of the plant is its extraordinary nutritional qualities, that make Moringa pills anti-viral, anti inflammatory, antibacterial & anti allergenic.
The Moringa leaf is rich in protein, calcium, iron, vitamin D, vitamin E, potassium and amino acids.
The Moringa seeds are specifically recommended for Asthma & Atopic Dermatitis. There is more!
Moringa Capsules wellness benefits:
* Moringa Arava Dead Sea leaf powder is used in pancreatic cancer research, conducted in Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv
The Moringa tree has been used for thousands of years to strengthen & nourish the body. According to Ayurveda, the Moringa is the perfect ingredient for our health and is used to cure about 300 diseases.
*Please note that the above does not replace medical consultation and medical treatment.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease


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If you are supporting a bereaved pupil you may find it helpful to talk with us.
Bereaved children and young people tell us what a difference it makes if they feel supported by school staff after the death of someone they love. Every pupil will grieve in their own unique way and the way they react and the support they need will differ.
We can't always 'get it right' but it can help to think through what is going on for your pupil and how you can put things in place to help them feel supported. It is important to remember that young people may revisit grief as they develop, even years after a death. It is really helpful to know about any bereavements that your pupils have experienced to allow greater sensitivity in teaching and pastoral support. This particularly applies when children bereaved in primary school move to their secondary school who may not know what has happened.
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The Cleveland Branch of the Northumbrian Pipers' Society spread some festive cheer at the weekend.
The pipers were at Preston Hall Museum near Stockton on the Sunday before Christmas playing a selection of carols and Northumbrian folk tunes in the museum's period street.
Muriel King, museums officer for Stockton Council, said "This was an excellent opportunity for people to pop along and get in the festive mood."
The museum is now be closed until January 2.
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VNAF PHOTOS section - vnafmamn.com
During the Vietnam War, we used to hear of the major military airbases such as Bien Hoa airbase, Da Nang airbase, Cam Ranh etc.; however, most of us were unaware that there were a large numbers of other airfields that we haven't heard of their names. And even if someone told us their strange names we would wonder where the heck those airfields were located.
Thanks to many USAF airmen who used to "arm" themselves with cameras, today we are able to get a glimpse of those unknown and well-known military bases (seen from sky) that even many other military personnels never had a chance to put their feet on. To name a few: Cheo Reo, An Thoi, Duc Co, Dakto and Tan Canh.
Thank you, all the USAF photographers for such many great documentary pictures. What's missing in those photos is perhaps the stench of battle field.
We (Vietnamese) used to hear the Vietnam Vets made good compliments about Vietnam as a beautiful country. At that moment we thought perhaps they were impressed by the tropical countryside with vast green paddy fields. Actually, what they saw was quite different from where we have been seeing. Man, most of them saw Vietnam from...the air! No wonder, until you see Vietnam from the airplane. Click on the name list below, you will see Vietnam before 1975 just like what most US Caribou Pilots have seen on their daily missions.
Some nautical miles southeast of Pleiku, there is an unofficial famous landmark called "Pussy Mountain." Most US Caribou Pilots are familiar with this mountain, because it is located right on their flight path each time they ferry supplies to Pleiku. The VNAF airmen might have a different name for this special landmark, but any gentlemen who see the mountain would totally agree with the descriptive name. Thanks all US Caribou airmen for the "sensational" photos.
By chance, PQK had a "Pussy Mountain" photo taken from the ground. Most Vietnamese people saw the mountain from sea level; perhaps due to different level perspectives, the local Vietnamese called the mountain "NUI HAM RONG" (Dragon Jaw Mountain). But I think both American pilots and local folks saw the same thing: a cave! The difference is way of...expression! :0)
Some art works and photos are properties of their owners, the rest by VNAF MA MN.© Copyright 2005 vnafmamn.com.


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Marine mammal legislation in Malaysia
Marine mammals are protected by several laws in Malaysia. On a Federal Governmental level, the relevant legislations include the following:
1. Fisheries Act 1985 (Part VI, Aquatic Animals)
Specifies that no person(s) is to catch, take, harm, harass, or disturb any marine mammals in Malaysian waters, whether deliberately or accidentally. Should an animal accidentally get caught (i.e., as bycatch), the act further specified that the animal, if alive, should be released immediately, and if dead, for the Department of Fisheries Malaysia be informed of the incident and the carcass, if any, shall be disposed of in accordance to the Department's directions.
2. Fisheries (Control of Endangered Species) Regulation 1999
Similar to the Fisheries Act 1985, the regulation states that no person(s) is to catch, kill, possess, buy, export, import take, harm, harass or disturb any marine mammals in Malaysian waters, either deliberately or accidentally. The regulation further lists the species of marine mammals protected under the regulation.
3. Convention on International Trade of Endangered Species (CITES) Act 2008
The CITES Act 2008 provides regulation on issues regarding wildlife trade. Any person who re-exports or introduces from the sea any scheduled species without a certificate is a punishable offence. Other offences include possession or control of, trading of, and displays to the public of any scheduled species.
Additionally, state-specific laws have also been enacted in Sabah and Sarawak respectively for wildlife management, which include marine mammals, within the State's territorial waters which are:
4. Wildlife Conservation Enactment 1997 (Sabah)
Similar to the provisions provided under Fisheries Act 1985 (Part VI, Aquatic Animals) but is only to be applied within the 12 n.m. territorial waters of Sabah.
5. Wild Life Protection Ordinance 1998 (Sarawak)
Similar to the provisions provided under Fisheries Act 1985 (Part VI, Aquatic Animals) but is only to be applied within the 12 n.m. territorial waters of Sarawak.


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The Gambia Telecommunications Company Limited (Gamtel) was incorporated as a private limited liability company under the Companies Act 1955 as amended under Cap. 95. 02 of the Laws of The Gambia 1990.
Gamtel is currently the only licensed fixed line operator in the country and commenced business on April 1, 1984. The firm took over the operations of The Gambia Telecommunications Department and Cable & Wireless PLC.
It began operations with about 2,400 customers, most of whom lived in the Banjul capital and its surroundings. When it started operations, it only had a few analogue Strowger exchanges for switching and a few analogue transmission links to connect the limited rural towns that had some service. It also had a Standard B Earth Station, built in 1979, to connect to the outside world, mainly the United Kingdom.
Between 1984 and 1986, it acquired its first digital exchange, an Alcatel E10B equipped for 5,000 lines under The Greater Banjul Area Telecommunications Project (BATP) also known as Phase I. The project was fully financed by Caisse Centrale de Co-operation Economique de France (CCCE). The project included the construction of a 4,000 line local network and offered customers International Direct Dialing (IDD) for the first time.
Between 1988 and 1990, Phase II of The Urban Telecommunications Project was implemented, adding 8,000 more lines to the network and extending service to the Major towns of Yundum and Brikama, some 18 – 25 Km outside the capital, Banjul.
Between 1991 and 1993, Phase III was implemented and Gamtel's customer base increased to 16,000. A Multi-Access Radio Telephone (IRT 2000) rural network was also deployed in the Upper River Division (URD). To connect this rural network to the Greater Banjul Area (GBA) network, a 400 km fibre-optic cable using PDH technology was laid between Serekunda and Basse. This allowed for 18 major towns on the route of the fibre to be provided with limited service.
A digital Telex switch was commissioned in 1990 and the company financed and commissioned its first major project, an analogue cellular mobile service in 1992. This remained in service until 2001, when the company commissioned a subsidiary GSM mobile firm, Gamcel, following its award of a license to operate a GSM mobile service in 2000.
Between 1993 to date, Gamtel Gambia Ltd. continued to steadily increase the size of its network as well as its coverage. It financed and commissioned a Paging service, Tamanding, in 1995 and an Internet Gateway, co-sponsored by the UNDP under its Internet Initiative for Africa (IIA). During the same period, Gamtel was tasked by government to provide a nationwide television and radio service (GRTS). By so doing, Gambians had their first nationwide TV and Radio. Prepaid calling cards and other value-added services where also provided to customers.
Presently, Gamtel employs 1,125 people, about a quarter of which are women. The operator has a fixed line customer base of over 41,000 served by two digital Alcatel switches both of which handle national and international calls. Its national transmission backbone that covers over 70% of the Gambia is 100% digital mostly using fibre-optic cables and SDH technology. There is access to telephone services within eight km of anywhere one finds him/herself in the country. There is nationwide access to the Internet, and ISDN is offered to customers on demand. Its subsidiary GSM mobile operator, Gamcel that began operations on May 25th, 2001 now has a customer base of over 65,000 most of whom are prepaid customers. At present it has 30 base stations throughout the country providing coverage to more than 70% of the geographical area of the country.
Apart from its core activities of connecting people and training, Gamtel has over the years undertaken numerous social and charitable functions. It has, since its inception, trained hundreds of local people from primary to university level, made hundreds of donations to civic society and sponsors the mortuary and a ward in the main referral hospital in Banjul.
In November 2012 Gamtel announced that it had created D1. 450 billion in revenue in 2011, compared with D1.395 billion in 2010 but made a loss of D85 million dalasi for the year 2011. This represents an increase of 4% or D0.055 billion along with a gross profit margin of 33%. The increased revenue was from data, international and interconnection services totalling D87 million.
Gamtel at 2011 year end had total non-current assets of D1.120 billion dalasi for tangible assets of investments.
Sales for 2011 totalled D970 million of which D430 million was incurred by payment of interconnection charges made by the GSM network operators for phone calls made to their network. D195 million was due to payments to foreign carriers for carrying and receiving of international calls on their networks. Gamtel had material costs of D345 million in 2011 as opp


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Typically, if someone in the United States wants to see what an old will says, he or she has to travel to the county where the will was entered into probate and ask the clerk of the court to find the will. For very old wills, this often requires searching through microfilm. However, that is changing as millions of old wills are now searchable online.
If you have ever been curious about Herman Melville, Eli Whitney or Daniel Webster's will, it has recently become very easy for you to figure out what they wrote in their wills, thanks to technology.
The well-known genealogical website, Ancestry.com, spent two and half years scanning 170 million pages of old wills and probate records and put them in an online database.
While many other countries have previously placed the contents of old wills online, this is a first in the United States on this large of a scale. This development appeared in a recent CNN article, "Paul Revere, J.P. Morgan wills among millions now online."
In some ways browsing through the wills shows how the United States has changed. Many of the oldest wills do not even mention the testator's first born son or wife. Why? In the early days of the nation, the law of primogeniture was in effect. Among other reasons, this approach helped ensure that the family farm or business remained in the family, even if a widowed mother remarried. Consequently, the eldest son inherited everything except for a one-third share to the widow.
In addition to legal developments over time, the wills also show the shift from handwriting to typing that occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Clearly, researchers should make even more interesting discoveries as they continue to study this new database.
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Reference: CNN (September 4, 2015) "Paul Revere, J.P. Morgan wills among millions now online."
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REPORTING · 11th December 2014
RCMP REPORT: December 1st December 7th
Kitimat RCMP
Kitimat Detachment responded to 68 calls for service during this period. Some of which are as follows:
On Monday December 1st 2014 at 8:10 pm, the Kitimat RCMP attended to a disturbance at a residence on Albatross Ave. Upon attendance police learned that a domestic dispute had taken place. Police spoke to both parties and determined that a primary aggressor could not be established. Both parties separated for the night. Alcohol was a contributing factor. Police will keep the file open and conduct follow-up with both parties.
On Tuesday December 2nd 2014 at 7:28 pm, the Kitimat RCMP received a report of an erratic driver on Highway 37 near Oolichan Rd. The complainant stated a grey mazda was trying over take other vehicles in an unsafe manner. Patrols for the suspect vehicle were negative.
On Wednesday December 3rd 2014 at 7:50 am, the Kitimat RCMP attended to a single vehicle collision on Highway 37 just north of the Kitimat River Bridge. The driver had lost control of her SUV and skidded off of the roadway. Police waited for the tow truck to attend and escorted the driver back to Kitimat.
On Wednesday December 3rd 2014 at 1:30 pm, the Kitimat RCMP attended to Kitimat Valley Institute following a complaint of mischief. Staff advised that several windows had been damaged by what appears to be a pellet gun. No one was present when the mischief occurred and the file remains under investigation.
On Thursday December 4th 2014 at 4:39 pm, the Kitimat RCMP attended to a sudden death on Albatross Ave. The deceased was a 50 year old male resident of Kitimat. The B.C. Coroner attended. Foul play is not suspected.
On Friday December 5th 2014 at 9:45 pm, the Kitimat RCMP conducted a curfew check of an 18 year old male who is on a curfew from 9:00 pm 7:00 am. The male was not home. Police have recommended charges to Crown Counsel for a total of 6 charges of failing to comply with undertaking entered into before officer in charge for curfew violations.
On Friday December 5th 2014 at 5:09 pm, the Kitimat RCMP attended to a mental health call where the female was attempting to harm herself. Police apprehended the female under the mental health act and transported her to the Kitimat General Hospital where was assessed by a doctor.
On Saturday December 6th 2014 at 6:50 am, the Kitimat RCMP attended to a domestic dispute. Upon attendance a 37 year old male was arrested for assault. Police obtained statements. The male was released on a Promise to Appear and Undertaking and charges are being recommended to Crown Counsel.
On Saturday December 6th 2014 at 1:30 pm, the Kitimat RCMP attended to a complaint of a snowmobile on the pathways behind Kootenay St. Police could not locate the snowmobile.
On Sunday December 7th 2014 at 11:20 am, the Kitimat RCMP received a report of a mischief to vehicle at Nechako Centre. The vehicles driver side window had been smashed overnight. No suspects are known however police are continuing to investigate.
On Sunday December 7th 2014 at 3:32 pm, the Kitimat RCMP attended to a residence for a mental health call. The lone male at the residence had attempted to harm himself. Police requested the ambulance (that was staged nearby) move in. The ambulance transported the male to Kitimat General Hospital however he was shortly thereafter transported to Mills Memorial Hospital for further treatment. The male has since been released from hospital.
If you have information about these or any other crimes, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or contact the Kitimat RCMP at 250-632-7111. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display and calls are not traced or recorded. If your information leads to an arrest or charge you may be eligible for a cash award.


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The Army stripped him of his identification and gave him a new one. He learned to take orders, the familiar ritual of inspections, roll call, pay call, meals, rank, and ritual. He got his sex education from training films about venereal diseases and from buddies in his unit. He never said he was a virgin, but they knew and on their first night of leave after advanced training he was set up with an easy date who had to show him the basics about copulation. He was embarrassed, enthralled, and self-conscious, all at the same time.
Monday, November 4, 2013
Novel Progress
My writing habits need re-evaluated. I bought a timer, set it for 45 minutes to write, then take a 15 minute break, repeat....made it through only 3 sessions and was too mentally tired to complete. But because I knew what I wanted to write I made good progress -- 1900 words one day; 1300 another. However, I am still researching and plotting, so not every day is as productive. Then there is editing the previous work which also takes time. And working out or mowing...or garden work....or unpacking boxes and hanging pictures...and the NAP...don't forget the afternoon nap (didn't take one today). Oh well, finished reading "Families of Alcoholics" by Anne Mari Nuechterlein and got some good ideas. So ends Day 4 and we press on....
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text: A few months ago I had a woman on my radio show who had grown up in the inner circle of Bob Larson, the endlessly ridiculous "exorcist" and hater of rock music. Here's a hilarious video of him "exorcising" the demon of homosexuality from a man. Love the combover and the bad acting.


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howdy everyone,
i installed the newest version of xampp this week (1.7.7) on Linux Mint 13. Well, since I recently learned perl, I was hoping to try out mod_perl. However, i really am not sure what else to do now.
the printenv script in the cgi-bin folder runs, however when i try to run a hello world script i get a 403 error. however, the folder and files permissions for everything in the lampp has the owner as nobody:root with 755.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.


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The Rio 2016 Paralympic opened on a grand note with spectacular performances at the famed Maracana stadium on Wednesday. Samba performances, parading wheelchairs, fireworks and the cheers of tens of thousands of Brazilians were the main highlight of the two-hour opening ceremony.
Carlos Martin, whose right hand is disabled, played the Brazilian national anthem on the piano. After the national anthem, the parade of athletes started. Each team carried a jigsaw piece, which had the name of the country on one side and faces of competing athletes on the other, during the parade.
One of the first performances of the ceremony was by American athlete Aaron Fotheringham, who in a wheelchair performed a back flip through a giant ring. The most prominent part of the opening ceremony was when the lights temporarily "blinded" the viewers to show what the Paralympic athletes face.
Also, former Brazilian Paralympian Marcia Malsar running in the rain with the torch was one of the highlights of the opening ceremony. While running, Malsar fell over, but rose back up and finished the run. Malsar, who needs a walking stick to walk around, was cheered by the audiences. Social media users also praised the former Paralympian and called her the new hero.
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Saturday took us back to the Potters Heron Hotel in Ampfield, Romsey. After their devastating fire recently, we were glad to see the venue in such great shape for the Romsey, Chandler's Ford and District Round Table Ladies' night.
The event was a celebration not only of their long suffering good ladies, but also of their outgoing Chairman. It was in his closing address where the trouble and mischief started!
Well known for his long speeches, the other members decided to turn the (round) tables on Mr Guest, interrupting his speech with their cabaret show. With music fading in during his first sentence, a meticulously rehearsed dance routine then took place, along with a fantastic parody of the well loved Disney song Be Our Guest, entitled "Be John Guest". The performance then evolved into a Robin Hood sketch which had the audience members laugh out loud and gasp with shock – what more could anyone want from a cabaret show?
The band then kicked into action with some high tempo songs from the very start. The dance floor was quickly filled with guests boogying the night away. The crowd singing along with Craig and Sarah, the audience were even running up to have selfies whilst we were playing – what a great party atmosphere! With slick solos from Mat and massive fat punchy brass notes from the all girl brass line up, it was a great evening had by all, with lots of money raised for local charities to boot.
"Great night at the Potters Heron, great band, would highly recommend" – Janine C
"They were brilliant xxx" – Kerry


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Lalitha Prasad (49kg), Sandeep Sharma (75kg) and Narender Berwal (+91kg) assured themselves a medal after advancing to the semi-finals of the the AIBA Youth World Championships at Yerevan, Armenia.
Out of four Indian boxers who made it to the round of eight, three entered the last four stage of the championship.
This will be India's best medal haul in the competition in terms of numbers. In the previous edition of the championship in 2010, India clinched a gold and a silver.
Coach G Manoharan is confident this will be India's best performance both in terms of numbers as well as the colour of the metal.
"The boys have done really well, beating some tough opponents to make it to the semi-finals. The upcoming bouts will not be easy but I am sure we will be able bag at least two gold medals and better 2010's performance," he said.
Two-time Youth National champion, Berwal shocked Russia's current Youth National champion and European Junior championships bronze medallist, Ivan Kabatov in the quarter-finals and is now assured of at least a bronze.
The 18-year-old Berwal put pressure on the Russian from the beginning with his aggressive intent.
Kabatov seemed completely out of sorts against the power play of the Indian, who raced to a 7-2 lead with his quick counter jabs and combinations after the opening three minutes of play.
He then pressed on to increase the margin and made it a nine point game, 14-5. By the end of the second round it was clear that the Indian was about to pull off an upset. He went on to beat Ivan by a margin of 10 points, 19-9.
Berwal will next take on Germany's Florian Schulz, who eliminated another favourite Yohandi Toirac of Cuba.
"Narender gave a good account of his boxing skills. He was exceptional with his blocking and attacking play, plus his footwork was also very good," said Manoharan.
Prasad edged past Kosie Tanaka of Japan in what was a tactical fight. He will face Bin LV of China for a place in the final of the flyweight category on Thursday.
Sandeep overpowered Azizjon Mamatov of Uzbekistan in a one-sided affair. The 17-year-old Haryana lad will be up against European Youth Championships silver medallist Magomed Madyiev of Russia.
However, Dheeraj Singh (52kg) came agonizingly close to qualifying for the medal rounds but crashed out of the round of eight after losing to Cuban boxer Jorge Cordero.
A silver medallist at the 2012 Tammer International tournament, Dheeraj was slow to get off the mark and Cordero took complete advantage of it. The sluggish start put him on to the back foot and he eventually lost 8-11.


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In a work of art, chaos must shimmer through the veil of order.
Sustainable House (2nd Ed.)by Michael Mobbs
A must-read for restorers, architects, builders and anyone interested in Queensland's unique style of housing.
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"Dream no small dreams for they have no power to move the hearts of men."~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe


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When Rob Ford was elected with a healthy mandate in 2010, Torontonians were seeking real change. Many of Mayor Ford's foibles and peccadilloes were already well documented, but his message of fiscal restraint and common sense gripped almost 400,000 voters. Of course, no one could have imagined then the theatre of the absurd that would ensue, but at that time, to many, Rob Ford seemed a tenable response to the David Miller years.
That same year, Rob Ford's brother Doug was elected as councillor to Ward 2. While political junkies knew that Doug had significant influence and an important role in the Mayor's campaign, most Torontonians knew little of him, and most still do, despite his ubiquitous presence of late. For well before Rob Ford went to rehab, but even more so since then, Doug is everywhere. The media -- who make mountains of ad revenue in difficult times off Mayor Rob Ford's endless antics -- regularly seek out Doug for comment. They are rarely disappointed.
For Councillor Doug Ford is neither just a simple local politician nor just a loyal brother to our Chief Magistrate. He is also (apparently) our (un-elected/un-appointed) co-Mayor; Rob Ford's (real) Chief of Staff, Campaign Manager, Director of Communications, Press Secretary, and Director of Policy - and of course, his Worship's chief enabler, obfuscator and bodyguard. As such, Toronto's journalists, politicians and voters should be asking Doug just as many tough questions as they ask our Mayor. And since it seems Doug feels comfortable stepping up everywhere on behalf of his brother -- he has invited such scrutiny. Here below, are a few that might be asked, albeit there are dozens more that could and should.
Putting his fraternal loyalty to Rob aside when defending Rob's "predilections", Doug has been Mayor Ford's greatest political ally. Yet ironically, Rob and Doug often contradict each other. By example, Doug has stated that Toronto's Mayor should possess the power of veto over City Council. Yet Mayor Ford doesn't think Toronto should move to a "strong mayor system." Doug, which is it? Are you simply asking for what your brother can not?
When you regularly claim that you have a "direct line" to Ottawa -- presumably as our unelected co-Mayor -- where does the other end of that line end? Do you have the support or the ear of our Prime Minister, or for that matter, any Ministers or Members at all? We'd love to hear from them on that matter if true. Perhaps you could ask them for an endorsement. Or are you just making it up to dispel what would seem obvious to any and all -- that neither Queen's Park nor the PMO want anything more to do with the Ford Bros.?
Are you still promoting a monorail, ferris wheel and boat-in hotel for the Eastern waterfront? Is that part of your brother's re-election campaign? Or is it perhaps your answer to eastern gridlock, proposed by a local councillor from the very opposite corner of the city? Or do you just watch The Simpsons every now and then, as most of us do?
Since you suggested, back in 2011, that should Margaret Atwood want to have a say in city affairs she should seek office, has it occurred to you, as a retiring councillor, that should you wish to have a say in the next four years, you ought to do the same?
In 2012, referring to City Hall, you said that "the culture of entitlement is sneaking through the back door once again"? Were you perhaps referring to your friends at Apollo Health and Beauty Care Beauty Products, or at RR Donnelley? Or were you just trying to distract us from your brother's endless antics and absences?
Later in 2012, referring to council, you said: "I can't get anywhere with these monkeys." Was that a term of endearment? How can Mayor Ford expect to get anything done at City Hall when you use such language? Oh, that's right. Since then, he mostly hasn't. No need to answer.
When you told the father of an autistic child who rightly and democratically challenged your views to "go to hell," what were you thinking?
When you hand out $20 bills to constituents to enjoin their support for your beleaguered brother on the campaign trail, do you realize that you're using the "best practices" of Tammany Hall, despots, and warlords everywhere? Or do you think that openly buying votes demonstrates transparency?
Through the last four years, Doug Ford has bullied and blustered his way though City Hall. He has intimidated many, and lied without remorse or reserve whenever he felt it necessary. He should be held to account, and given only that attention he deserves -- no matter the profit to the press.
However, for one small piece of honesty, Doug should be commended. Respecting his elected status, in October of 2011, he told Toronto "three more years and I am outta here." Thanks for keeping that promise.


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- This is an intersectional feminist space so while content submitted mustn't always be of a feminist nature, it should be wary of the various -isms(ableism, sexism, racism, classism) and phobias(transphobia, xenophobia, etc.)
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So what if Stuey isn't the world's best reader, doesn't get to play on his soccer dream team, and has to put up with the most annoying girl on the planet… Somehow Stuey always makes life work. He's forever hatching schemes, and this year's Great Halloween Caper might just take the cake. Second grade has its share of challenges, but when Stuey puts his mind to it, he can survive practically anything... or can he?
- USA Today
"Jane Schoenberg has crafted a lovely transition–an easy-to-read chapter book with a few simple drawings."
- Booklist Online
"...this small volume is well designed for readers who are moving up to chapter books."
- School Library Journal
"Each story neatly encapsulates a dilemma to which most young readers will be able to relate. There are enough laughs to keep them engaged, and pen-and-ink illustrations bring the colorful characters to life."
- Parents Express Philadelphia
"Schoenberg has a fine gift for dialogue... Stuey is like many second graders, which is why young readers will eagerly want to read about him."
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"Stuey's fans will be crossing their fingers for a sequel."
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"Stuey is hugely likable, and readers will easily identify with his actions and reflections. His humorous narration has an authentic robustness that suits his personality as well as making this an excellent choice for a group readaloud...Anticipate requests for more Stuey tales."
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Furin is a Japanese traditional wind chime. Usually it is hung up outside, especially summer time, and enjoy the sound of wind furin makes. It can be a garden ornament visually and aurally. Furin is made of materials glass, bamboo, shell, stone, wood, and so on. Japanese considers that its sound makes people refresh in summer. You see various types of furin in each area in Japan and might be able to make your own furin at the tourist places.
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I recommend you to find your favorite furin and hang it up outside to enjoy its sound. It makes you refresh and feel learning Japanese culture.
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Tokyo Metropolis
City Information
Nearly 13 million people, or approximately 10 percent of the national population of Japan, reside in Tokyo.
The capital of Japan, the center of national politics, economy, and culture, is attractive not only for business but also for domestic and international tourism. It lures a quite large number of visitors throughout the year.
Tokyo offers a variety of attractions. In central Tokyo, Shinjuku is a town of ultra-high skyscrapers. Shibuya attracts trendy young people. Downtown Asakusa has retained a nostalgic atmosphere. While in the outskirts of the Capital, Okutama is rich in nature and boasts beautiful gorges.
The Tokyo metropolis can be viewed from the 333 meter high Tokyo Tower.
Akihabara is Japan's largest "Electric Town" where there are more than 500 electronic goods stores and parts shops. This area bustles with foreign visitors.
Roppongi Hills, Omotesando Hills and Tokyo Midtown, which have recently been developed into world class cultural and commercial precincts, are very attractive places to visit.
Both the National Yoyogi Stadium No.1 Gymnasium and the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium have hosted numerous international volleyball events, and have been instrumental in spreading a passion for volleyball to the world.
Facility Information
Yoyogi National Stadium First Gymnasium
Built to house the swimming competitions of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, the Yoyogi National Stadium First Gymnasium features a high-tension suspension roof, of its kind unparalleled in the world. Its highly artistic appearance enhances the beauty of its surroundings, the vast and green Yoyogi Park.
The Stadium is used as a swimming pool in summer. While, the venue is functioned as an ice skating rink in winter.
The Gymnasium has held countless numbers of domestic and international volleyball competitions. In addition to its main function as a sports facility, the structure has also been widely used as a concert venue.
The seating capacity is 12,000.
The Gymnasium was designated as one of 100 architectural landmarks of Tokyo.
- Location/Address:
- 2-1-1, Jin-nan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Access:
- By train- Get off at Harajuku Station on JR Yamamnote line. 5 minutes walk from the station.
By subway- Get off at Meijijingu-mae on Chiyoda Line. 5 minutes walk from the station.
Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium
The Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium was built for the gymnastic events of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, a multi-facilities sports complex, includes a 120m-diameter main arena, a sub-arena and a pool.
Because the arena is located within a municipal park surrounding part of the Meiji Shrine, the floor was built below ground level so that its height does not seem imposing or break the continuity of its surroundings.
Seating capacity is 10,000.
- Location/Address:
- 1-17-1, Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo
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- By train- Get off at Sendagaya Station on JR Sobu line. 1 minute walk from the station.