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Oakwood Educational Consultancy is an educational consultancy specializing in adapting and modifying the Montessori curriculum and environment for children with special educational needs. Run by a qualified and experienced Special Needs/Montessori teacher.
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USAF Presidential helicopter
As the Cold War arms race intensified during the 1950s, the Soviet Union steadily upgraded its strategic bomber and submarine forces. United States strategists began to fear that the Soviets might launch a successful first strike using nuclear weapons. The U. S. government constructed underground command centers to protect the national leadership and allow it to maintain its authority in the event of a nuclear strike. These bunkers were located in rural areas and U. S. strategic planners conducted several exercises to test how quickly national leaders could travel from downtown Washington to these command posts outside the city.
During one civil defense drill, President Dwight D. Eisenhower rode in his personal limousine while cabinet members flew in a helicopter and arrived at the bunker far sooner than the president. This sobering outcome sparked the search for a suitable helicopter to whisk the Chief Executive to safety.
President Eisenhower's chief pilot, Air Force Colonel William G. Draper, had spent most of the President 's term searching for small aircraft, including helicopters, capable of carrying the chief executive comfortably and safely between Washington and the small airport near his farm at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Until 1955, the Secret Service had refused to allow the President to fly in any aircraft equipped with less than four engines. After Secret Service flight rules eased, a single-engine helicopter appeared very convenient for presidential transport because it could operate from the White House lawn. Draper studied, then rejected, the large Sikorsky cargo helicopters because of the noise they produced and their questionable safety record. He discovered that many Bell Model 47s, while reliable, could comfortably carry a pilot, the President, and a Secret Service agent. Early in 1957, Draper decided that the Bell H-13J Ranger was ideal for the chief executive's needs. The United States Air Force purchased two UH-13Js in March 1957 for use as the first Presidential helicopters. These new aircraft were nearly identical to the standard production Ranger configured as a commercial executive transport. Bell only added two new features to the presidential version; all-metal rotor blades to increase the helicopter's useful load, and special tinting to the huge Plexiglas nose bubble to reduce glare and heat.
Air Force spokesmen played down the national defense role when "The New York Times" announced the purchase of the President's new helicopters on February 20, 1957. The Times article mentioned only that these aircraft would shorten Eisenhower's trips from the White House to the Military Air Transport terminal at National airport, across the Potomac River. Leapfrogging road traffic, the Chief Executive could quickly dismount his Bell 47 and board one of the larger airplanes dedicated to his use, a Lockheed Super Constellation named "Columbine III," or one of the two, twin-engine Aero Commanders used for shorter trips. Col. Draper also chose Eisenhower's personal helicopter pilot, Air Force Maj. Joseph E. Barrett. He selected Barrett because of his extensive record as a combat pilot. Barrett flew Boeing B-17 Flying Fortresses in World War II, and he was awarded the Silver Star during the Korean War for a helicopter rescue flight he undertook 70 miles behind enemy lines.
A Pennsylvania newspaper created an uproar when it reported that Eisenhower, an avid golfer, "will become so fond of this means of transportation he'll begin using the Rangers for trips to … Burning Tree Country Club." The Air Force quickly countered by admitting that the President would fly in the helicopter during a major civil defense exercise called "Operation Alert." This admission quieted criticism of the helicopters as an extravagant and useless perk. "Operation Alert" began on July 12, 1957, and by mid-afternoon on July 13, President Eisenhower had became the first Chief Executive to fly in a helicopter when he took off from the White House lawn in a Bell UH-13J. Maj. Barrett flew the H-13J bearing serial number 57-2729. He carried President Eisenhower and a Secret Service agent. The President sat in the right rear seat but leaned against a special armrest installed for him on the center seat. He also used a special footrest. The second Ranger, serial number 57-2728, carried the President's personal physician and another Secret Service agent. Both helicopters were based at National Airport, along with the other presidential aircraft.
In September 1957, Eisenhower made an unscheduled return trip from Newport, Rhode Island, and he flew aboard a Marine Sikorsky UH-34D Seahorse helicopter for part of this journey. The passenger cabin inside the Seahorse was more than three times the size of the Bell Ranger compartment and the President immediately recognized the advantages of flying in this much larger helicopter. The Bell could not carry aides or family members and seemed cramped even during short flights. Because the Air Force helicopter mission precluded operating these large helicopters, the Army and the Marine Corps formed detachments to operate the UH-34 helicopters for presidential transport, but relegated the H-13Js to carrying other VIPs. Eisenhower tried to avoid favoring either service by alternating his trips between the Army and Marine Sikorskys. For a time, both services maintained presidential helicopter units but eventually the Marine Corps took over the job exclusively, and to this day, the official Presidential helicopter is designated "Marine One."
The Air Force presidential helicopter mission ended with the Eisenhower presidency. On March 1, 1962, following their assignment as Presidential aircraft, the two UH-13Js were assigned to the 1001st Helicopter Squadron, Bolling Air Force Base across the Anacostia River from Washington. This unit provided VIP transport to cabinet members, defense department officials, and occasionally the Vice President. In 1962, the Air Force added a "U" to the H-13J's designation prefix to denote its utility function. The Air Force retired both of the former Presidential transport UH-13J's in July 1967 and transferred the helicopters to museums the following year. The Smithsonian Institution received 57-2729 and the United States Air Force Museum in Dayton, Ohio, accepted the other aircraft, serial number 57-2728.
1001st Helicopter Squadron
Orbie Robertson provides the following information on the 1001st Squadron:
The 1001st had a war time mission calling for airlift of key DOD personnel from the Pentagon to the alternate command post, near Fort Meade. I don't remember the official name for this facility, buried at the bottom of a mountain there. We just called it "R" site. Not far away, on top of this mountain is Camp David, if that will help you place it. We were sworn to secrecy for only 15 years after leaving the assignment. So, no problem revealing this now. This was the principle reason we couldn't get far from Bolling, except for rare occasions. In carrying out this mission, we had crews on alert at the squadron day and night.
Our secondary mission was to provide transportation as needed for high ranking DOD military & civilian, and occasionally Congressmen. For that purpose, we kept the air path between the Pentagon and Andrews pretty well occupied. The squadron had a Bell 47H, which was used pretty exclusively for transporting people like LeMay. Several of the pilots were designated to that mission.
Looking at the last membership list I have, I've found the following names of guys who were with the 1001st at the same time I was:
Don Aamodt, Tony Argo, Marc Barthello, Bob Bunker, Scotty Hancock, Bob Hawes, Baylor Haynes, Ed Quinlan, John Slattery (something of a heli. history buff), Mel Swindells, Dave Vaughn, Charley Wicker, Willie Williams, Herb Zehnder.
Those who served with the 1001st Helicopter Squadron at Bolling AFB will probably agree that we did an awful lot of training while awaiting, without eagerness, the time we might have to put into effect our wartime mission. Bolling was my Air Force home from early 1962 'til mid-1967. It was a real treat, under these circumstances, just to plan a flight following the Beltway around D. C. clockwise – or counter-clockwise, for a change of scenery. Therefore, when a mission came along taking one out of the traffic pattern, it was like dying and going to heaven. In this vein, I died and went to heaven on 15 October 1964.
At this time, Lyndon Johnson was campaigning for the presidency. For his scheduled visit to Cincinnati on 16 October, Earl May and I were assigned a mission support role. On the appointed day, we picked up a Secret Service agent at the Cincinnati Airport. This gent was armed with an AR-15, and mysteriously seemed totally lacking of a sense of humor. We strapped him into a harness, and he positioned himself at the forward cabin door with his feet hanging outside the helicopter. Naturally, he had radio contact with his supervisor, who advised him of Johnson's entourage departing the airport. We then took off and flew the left side of the highway, staying about ½ mile ahead of the motorcade. Note: The agent had warned us that Johnson didn't want our H-21 to be associated with him in the public's mind. Meanwhile, this Secret Service guy kept a sharp eye on hill and building tops. Of his intentions, I had no doubt. So far, this was a routine mission, the only difference being that we were supporting the Commander-In-Chief - who didn't want the public to know we were supporting him.
Now, earlier in my career I had experienced a number of in-flight engine failures in the H-21. But these were where the only things one had to contend with were trees, mountains, etc. No big deal! But when we arrived downtown and I had a close-up look at those concrete and steel sky-scrapers, with streets loaded with people, cars, and power poles, I tell you, apprehension took on a life of its own.
No sweat, though! As soon as Johnson entered his hotel of destination, our part was completed. Gratefully, we exited those the city's yawning maws of destruction by the shortest route possible, and prepared to return to Bolling the next day. And, yes! It was good to die and go to heaven.
Earlier, I wrote of a helicopter mission in support of Lyndon Johnson's campaign for the presidency in 1964. This little tale is a natural follow-on, because it occurred on the return from that mission.
Leaving President Johnson to doing what he did best, Earl May and I departed Cincinnati for Charleston, West Virginia on 17 October 64. From the initial weather briefing, we knew that, though we could reach Charleston with no weather complications, from there on everything became "iffy." By the time we did reach Charleston, things looked even grimmer. It was clear that by dog-legging northeast to Morgantown, thence to D. C., we would avoid the inclement weather facing us if we continued eastward. At the same time, it would nearly double the enroute time to Bolling. And I, having get-home-itis, thumbed my nose at the weather and proceeded to follow my heart's desire. One thing: the maneuverability of a helicopter gave me great confidence.
About 20 minutes out of Charleston we came upon a small community named Webster Springs, WV. As we flew eastward, the weather continued to close in, and at this juncture we ran out of altitude and visibility simultaneously. Moments earlier, though, we passed an airport situated on a mountain top just north of Webster Springs. To this, I beat a hasty retreat.
Facing us at this airport was – NOTHING! Nothing, that is, but a good, black-top runway! Not even an outhouse! Should we overnight here, it was going to be a grim, damp, cold, and lonely night. The clouds were now resting on the runway. For the sticklers for detail, let's call it fog. But, one end of the runway ran right to the edge of a cliff overlooking Webster Springs, 1000 feet below. So, darting off the end of the runway, much like a downhill skier leaving the starting gate, we headed downward.
A couple of passes over the town revealed nothing other than a baseball field suitable for landing. This was it, or nothing. Yet, I was filled with trepidation, not knowing what our reception would be. We landed, but before the rotor blades had stopped turning, kids then adults seemed to materialize out of nothing. But, when a police car showed up, I figured we were in for some tall explaining. Before exiting the aircraft, I gathered the crew at the cockpit, and admonished them concerning good behavior, mentioning something about shotgun territory and possessive fathers.
When, finally, the cabin door was opened we found ourselves greeted by a sea of smiling faces. Kids mobbed us, demanding autographs. One young fellow, lacking writing paper, insisted I autograph his arm. Adults were all atwitter with glee at this unique event in their community. When it became clear we weren't in trouble of any nature, I suggested Earl go to cockpit to keep the exuberant youngsters out of trouble, as the crew chiefs threw open the aircraft for our own mini-armed forces day. The ear-to-ear grin on the policeman's face also assured me we had nothing to fear.
Next to arrive by car was the owner of the town's auto dealership. He ferried me to his office, where I called ARTC to close out our flight plan. At the same time, I called the 1001st to advise them of the situation.
This same person also made certain we were steered to the only hotel in town where one could get a beer. There being a dance at the Elks Lodge that evening, we were all invited as honored guests. Because it was a private club, under the alcohol rules governing that county, this was the only place in town where one could get a mixed drink. At the lodge we were taken in tow by that district's member of the U. S. House of Representatives. From him we learned that a gift for the blarney was probably useful in running for Congress.
When the next day arrived the sun was shining and birds were chirping, so we had no excuse to delay our departure. Back at the auto dealership, I filed my flight plan, and before that day was history we had returned to Bolling. But, Webster Springs, WV, will always be a fond memory.
Andrews Squadron Acts Fast to Save Stranded Canoeists.
A CH-21 helicopter of Andrews Air Force Base's 1001st Helicopter Squadron and two youthful canoeists stranded on a rock above a waterfall provided the ingredients for a dramatic rescue Sunday at Great Falls on the Potomac.
Two 16 year olds from Vienna, VA, rented a canoe from a river camp a mile above the falls Sunday afternoon and carried their craft downstream past a dam for launching. Then, as they paddled out into the swift-moving water, their canoe overturned and they were swept toward the falls.
The canoe tumbled over into the rapids below, but before they went over the brink, the boys managed to catch a hold on a large rock in the middle of the river and climb up it to safety.
Dick Steinberg, a member of the Great Falls Rescue Squad, called the Fairfax Count Fire Board after a sightseer reported seeing a canoe swept over the falls. The Board then called Andrews Operations for assistance. The Andrews Operations called Bolling Air Force Base for a rescue helicopter.
Leaving Bolling shortly before 4 pm, Captain Charles Rohr (pilot), Captain Donald Aamodt (co-pilot) and Technical Sergeant Douglas Painter (flight engineer) reached the spot where the boys were stranded within minutes. Sergeant Painter lowered the hoist and brought the uninjured – if not waterlogged- adventurers aboard and then set safely ashore.
Although the CH-21 is not normally used for rescue operations, it is fitted with both a sling and a hoist to give it a rescue capability if the need arise, as it did Sunday.
The 1001st Helicopter Squadron is assigned to Andrews but operates out of Bolling.
1st Helicopter Squadron
The 1001st Helicopter Squadron was redesignated the 1st Helicopter Squadron. Due to congestion in the Bolling AFB area the unit was moved to Andrews AFB in 1969.
All the personnel of the 1st Helicopter Sq commemorating 25 years & 111,000 accident free flying. Commander at the time Lt.Col. Don Morrissey. DO was Lt. Col. Darwin Edwards. I was assigned as a UH-1N pilot at 1st HS from 1983- 1986. This picture was taken in 1984. The photographer took this photo while standing on a walk way on top of the roof of the huge 1st HS hangar at Andrews AFB. Squadron call sign "MUSSEL". Yes, the fresh water clam. Has to be the worst unit call sign in all of aviation, ever. 1st HS is a unit of the 89th MAW The 1st HS flew the CH-3 version of the H-3 helicopter. Reportedly the light blue and white paint scheme caused the 1st HS helicopters to be very difficult to see in the humid, hazy summers in DC. Mid air collision potential. So, starting in 1984 the 1st HS helicopters were painted dark blue and white top. All VIP helicopters from all the Services in DC have white on the top of the fuselage. Nicknamed "White Tops". (above photo submitted by David Delisio)
A VH-1N VIP transport of the 1st Helicopter Squadron takes off from Andrews AFB, Washington, D.C. The aircraft carries a highly attractive scheme of Air Force Blue with a white cabin roof and gold trim.
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Bloom is the best thing to come out of D.C in a long time
The demand for organically grown food continues to increase. Because chemical fertilizers cannot be used in its production, growers must depend on natural sources for nutrients, such as animal manures, compost and green manure crops. The demand for compost is so great that it exceeds the supply.
The problem may soon be solved by recent developments in processing biosolids.
Biosolids are the solid materials derived from wastewater processing facilities, also known as sewage-treatment plants. Yes, you know what I'm taking about.
Yet wastewater treatment has advanced so far that 85 percent of the biosolids in the U.S. satisfy EPA Class A standards. Class A biosolids can safely be use in the production of agricultural crops.
The Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant in Washington, D.C., is the largest plant of its kind in the world. The biosolids generated there are rich in Capital Hill bull @#!$. Now plant engineers have perfected a method of converting biosolids into Bloom, an organic matter rich in nutrients.
First the biosolids undergo anaerobic digestion. Then excess water is removed, and the biosolids are dumped into a giant pressure cooker that is heated to more than 200 degrees. The pressure is released instantly, causing the tissues in the biosolids to rupture, thus releasing their nutrients. Anaerobic digestion degrades all organic compounds, including toxins. The pressure cooker treatment renders Bloom sterile. After the processed biosolid is removed from the pressure cooker, it is dried. The finished product looks black and has an earthy odor.
I dedicated over 20 years of my career to research on composting. I have studied its value in nutrition and in controlling soil-borne disease. I have used compost on a great variety of plants, from growing garden vegetables to growing forests in abandoned gravel mines to blending rooting media for growing plants in containers.
Compost has solved many problems, promoted recycling and has created new industries. Yet I have never achieved with any compost the results I am getting from Bloom.
My method is blending Bloom with compost to combine the superior qualities of both products. I use a rooting medium containing equal parts by volume of peat moss and compost (made at Upakrik Farm) with 25 percent by volume Bloom. Because it contains seven mmhos/cm of soluble salts, it must be applied sparingly. My tests indicate that the maximum is 25 percent in combination with regular potting medium.
I am testing it in growing broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce, onions, peppers and spinach. I have also used it as mulch on half of the garlic plants growing in the garden. Garlic plants mulched with Bloom in late February are darker green and taller than garlic growing in the same bed without Bloom as mulch.
Pictured above are cabbage and pepper plants growing for eight weeks with no additions but water as needed. The pepper plants that I have been growing are dark green while the cabbage and broccoli plants are a rich blue-green.
We recently vertically mulched the large oak trees near my home by augering 320 six-diameter holes a foot deep, starting 10 inches from the trunk of each tree to the drip line of the branches. Each hole was filled with Bloom. Within two weeks, the grass surrounding each hole turned dark green and was growing rapidly. I can't wait to see how the trees respond. I have vertically mulched these trees with compost every seven years with great results. I feel confident these mulching results will be even better.
Bloom is not only producing excellent results but is also a consistent product day to day, month to month. What's more, the Blue Plains process can be completed in days. In comparison, composting biosolids takes months from start to finished product.
If every wastewater treatment plant that generates Class A biosolids were to include this new technology, growers would be better able to meet the demands for organically grown food. Homestead Gardens in Davidsonville is in the process of establishing facilities for drying and processing Bloom.
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You have to return to those winter landscapes of Lofoten, Norway.
The best advice on Lofoten? Turn around.
If you ever think of leaving Reine, this picturesque fishing village at the end of Lofoten Islands, you will start driving the magical E10. Drive carefully, because your eyes will be in trouble watching the road itself. The scenery will constantly distract and surprise. Check your mirrors. Turn around and drive back where you've come from. And enjoy the beaches of Flakstadoya like Skagsanden near Flakstad.


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Come join us for this special edition of the Bike Talk Social Hour at Aeronaut, part of a monthly series of Bike Talks put on by the Somerville Bicycle Committee. Right in the beginning of Bay State Bike Week, come here a true hero of Boston Bike Advocacy Jon Ramos give a talk entitled: "BICYCLE CHOP SUEY: ASSORTED BITS OF BIKE ADVOCACY & FUN while drinking great beer and hanging out with fellow bicyclists and bike advocates. Meet and greet at 6, talk at 6:30PM, then hang out at the awesomely bike friendly Aeronaut Brewery and enjoy the beer and music at the Duck Village Stage. For more info on the series, see www.somervillebikes.org/bike-talk-social-hour.html
May 04, 2016 at 6pm - 7:30pm
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Eucharistic Adoration in Killybegs: A number of events will be held over the coming months to celebrate 25 years of Eucharistic Adoration in Killybegs. Since it started in 1988, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament has taken place in the parish for 30 hours every week, from 6pm on Sundays continuously until midnight on Mondays. Describing the practice as "a remarkable testimony to the faith of the people", parish priest, Fr Colm Ó Gallchóir, announced at the weekend that events to mark the silver jubilee will begin on Corpus Christi, Thursday, May 30th, at 7pm when a Mass of Thanksgiving will be celebrated with a special ritual of remembrance for deceased members, followed by refreshments in the Parish Office.
A commemorative medal is to be struck and a small booklet produced recording the history of the Eucharistic Adoration in Killybegs. An unusual aspect will be the celebration of Mass at each of the known Mass Rocks in the parish, beginning on Wednesday, June 5th at Carrickataggart and concluding with Mass at Croaghlin Mass Rock on Thursday, August 15th.
In the interim, Masses will be celebrated at the Mass Rocks at Meenahooghan, Ballysallagh, Gortnagoland, Drumanoo, Meenacunningham and Lisnaclaya. The annual Graveyard Mass will be celebrated in Scáthlán Mhuire on Friday, July 26th, and, as a special homage to the patron saint of Killybegs, Mass will be celebrated at St Catherine's Well, adjacent to St Catherine's Church, on
Wednesday, August 21st.
Killybegs Employment Project: A new FÀS Community Employment Project will begin in the Killybegs, Dunkineely and Inver areas in July. Personnel are currently being recruited for office administration, youth supervision and general maintenance work. Anyone over 25, unemployed and interested, should call Colin or Ann Marie on 074 9731666, call to the office at the Foresters Hall, Killybegs, or email your expression of interest together with your CV to email@example.com
CLG Na Cealla Beaga: The U-14 Boys team had a good win against Naomh Columba on Monday evening on a scoreline of N Columba 3-1, Na Cealla Beaga 2-12 . Also on Monday, St John's minors lost their last league game away to Dungloe. On Sunday, the ladies lost to St. Naul's, the senior team lost at home to St Michael's, 0-8 to 1-11, and the reserve team had a good win against St Michael's, 0-12 to 0-10. The seniors are due to play St Eunan's away on Sunday at 3.00 and the reserve game at 1.30. U8 training will be held on Thursday at 6.00 in Fintra, U10 training on Wednesday at 6.00 in Fintra, U12 training Saturday at 10.30 in Fintra, U14 girls training Tuesday at 5.30pm in Fintra.
Special Olympics Club: The next Atlantic Special Olympics Club sports morning will be in the Foresters' Hall, Killybegs, on Saturday, 27th April. Juniors 10am - 11am. Seniors 11am - 12.30pm.
Bluestack Challenge: Harvey's Point Bluestack Challenge 2013 walk on Saturday, 8th June. Seewww.hpbc.ie or telephone 074-9740828.
St Catherine's FC: Lucky Numbers drawn on Thursday April 18th were 4, 6, 7, 13. There was no winner. Consolation prize winner was Brid McGuinness Next week's jackpot will be E1,310.
Marriage Care: Accord, Donegal Town, is currently recruiting counsellors for its Associate Counsellor Training programme. Application forms and information leaflets can be downloaded at www.accord.ie/joining accord/becoming a counsellor/associate counsellor programme.
Lunch: The Millennium Room Training Restaurant at the School of Tourism is now open Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays. Booking is essential. Tel 9186600.
Active Age Group: The Foresters Active Age Group meets every Wednesday at 3pm in the Foresters Hall. Swimming on Thursdays at the Central Hotel, Donegal Town. Many enjoyable activities and amusements or just meet your friends for tea and a chat.
Fun Night Out: Killybegs Women's Group is hosting a social evening in the Tara Hotel on Friday, 24th May. There will be a four-course meal, some fashion and plenty of humour - all for E20. To book, telephone 087-2943065 or 087-9110609.
Grow Meetings: Are you feeling isolated, depressed, anxious or feeling a bit low? Then Grow may be of help to you. Grow is a self-help group, non-denominational and strictly confidential. Meetings are held in Niall Mór Centre, Killybegs every Thursday at 7.30 pm or in Donegal Day Hospital on Tuesdays at 8 pm.
Citizens' Information: An outreach session of the Citizens Information Service is held every Monday from 9am to 1pm in the Niall Mór Community Centre, Killybegs. No appointment necessary.
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With a property portfolio comprising over 35 commercial, retail and industrial assets at a combined Net Lettable Area (NLA) of over 100,000 square metres, Salta Properties' metropolitan Melbourne assets are valued in excess of $1 billion. Salta has grown to become one of Australia's largest privately owned property companies. Key sites include Victoria Gardens Richmond, Nexus Business Park Mulgrave, Nexus Industrial precincts in Altona & Dandenong South.
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Austin Lam is a medical student at the University of Toronto.
The importance of mental health has rightly been emphasized in recent times. The stigma surrounding mental illness ought to be dispelled. However, I wish to take a closer examination at the conceptual elephant in the room: the mind-body problem — a philosophical issue that strikes to the core of continuing disparities between how the healthcare apparatus as a whole addresses "mental" versus "physical" health conditions.
As medical historian Roy Porter pointed out in his book The Greatest Benefit to Mankind: A Medical History of Humanity (1997): "psychiatry lacks unity and remains hostage to the mind-body problem, buffeted back and forth between psychological and physical definitions of its object and its techniques." This was a prescient remark. In 2018, the editor-in-chief of Dialogues in Clinical Neuroscience, Florence Thibaut highlighted the mind-body problem and the challenge that it poses for psychiatry: "recent advances in neuroscience make it more and more difficult to draw a precise line between neurological disorders (considered to be 'structural brain disorders') and psychiatric disorders (considered to be 'functional brain disorders')."
To begin, let's analyze the statement — Mental health is health. ...continue reading


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Kung Fu Panda 3 made the grandest, most colorful debut in movie theaters coast to coast this weekend, kicking his less cuddly competition to the curb (in a cute, computer-animated way, of course). Once-forgotten The Revenant continued on his memorable trail, making new friends in high places (i.e. audience members) on his way to his hard-won Academy Award-winning appearance. The sun appeared to be ever-so-slowly setting on Star Wars: The Force Awakens but, now worries, it is guaranteed to rise again on the Big Screen (think December 2017). Taking on the tallest waves, The Finest Hour (which took approximately one hour and forty five minutes to tell) offered a fine bit of watery peril. The Ride Along 2 picked up more passengers on that rocky road of entertainment.
DreamWorks delivered the goods, a very determined Leonardo DiCaprio was on a murderous mission, well ahead of the Coast Guard, who ironically were on a mission to save lives. Those soul-saving Stars once again set one magnificent stage, with a bit of humor traveling along that starry path.
Which of our stars set the most entertaining stage for you this weekend?
Estimated Domestic Box Office Results:
- Kung Fu Panda 3 $41 million.
- The Revenant $12.4 million.
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens $10.8 million.
- The Finest Hour $10.3 million.
- Ride Along 2 $8.4 million.


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TCL Commmunication is proud to announce the launch of two new Alcatel mobile products: VISION and Alcatel 360 Camera, making it the first global smartphone brand to offer its users an all-in-one virtual reality (VR) experience.
The IFA 2016 in Berlin is also the occasion for TCL Communication to announce new partnerships with four of the world's most innovative 360° camera makers.
VISION is the world's first readily affordable all-in-one mobile home entertainment virtual reality device. It can be worn comfortably for 2-3 hours, with or without glasses, allowing plenty of time to take a VR tour of a museum or enter its favourite movie. Anyone from a music lover to a hardcore gamer can enjoy VISION's superb VR entertainment capabilities.
TCL Communication partnered with Jaunt VR, Magic Interactive Entertainment and Fraunhofer, to provide preloaded content and hardware to its VISION users, so they can immediately benefit from their devices' enhanced capabilities, and in turn, get a better experience.
Jaunt VR brings cinematic VR that gives users an exclusive, immersive 360° stereo video experience. For those who enjoy VR games, VISION includes Magic Interactive Entertainment's BattleBlock, a frisbee combat game designed for VR that supports a person-to-person mode. Fraunhofer offers an immersive audio solution to support VR technology, one that perfectly adapts real-time sound to what's being seen while looking around.
Meanwhile, the Alcatel 360 Camera, as it names suggests, is an easy-to-use 360° camera available in two models. Both possess a dual 210° fisheye lens: a rectangular model which is about half the size of a credit card, and a ball-shaped one, about the size of a coin. The compact, lightweight, plug and play Alcatel 360 Camera allows users to capture, preview and upload content directly to their smartphones.
The four new partnerships are with 360° camera makers 360fly, ALLie Camera, Arashi Vision (Insta 360 4K) and Primesom (Nico360). These will provide more interesting and diverse features for our consumers, such as shockproof outdoor, always-on indoor and enterprise-grade.
Commitment to Mobile VR
With its smartphone IDOL 4S, introduced earlier this year, Alcatel was the first mobile phone brand to put VR in-the-box and ship a smartphone with a VR headset.
The new VR products and partnerships demonstrate the company's commitment to mobile VR and the 360° camera industry – aligning with its strategy to bring to customers the latest technology at affordable prices.
"VR is the next big computing platform and will reshape the way we experience the world" said Nicolas Zibell, General Manager of International Business and President of TCL Communication. "That's why we're jumping in feet first. Our new mobile VR device and 360° camera are for those who believe that technology can change the world — and want to be part of that change."
VISION: Freedom to Move
VISION is an all-in-one wireless mobile device that allows consumers to enjoy an IMAX-format movie experience in their own home.
VISION is not tethered to a smartphone or computer. Indeed, users can move naturally while exploring VR environments. It charges quickly too, so that interruptions are kept to a minimum. With its streamlined, ergonomic design, VISION is easy to put on and comfortable to wear. VISION offers a seamless immersion in the virtual worlds thanks to a wide, 120-degree field of vision — the widest in its category.
It also integrates the lowest latency available, 17 milliseconds. Low latency is crucial to maintain the illusion of being in a virtual world (and to keep dizziness at bay). Offered in two color options, VISION also adjusts for myopia, eliminating the need for glasses or contact lenses when using the device.
Alcatel 360 Camera: Just Plug & Play to Create & Share
With an Alcatel 360 Camera, everyone can become a VR filmmaker, create original content to watch on VISION and other Alcatel VR products.
The Alcatel 360 camera is pocket friendly, easy to carry and available in two models. The rectangular model is the most compact option, offering a thinner form factor. On the other hand, the ball-shaped design maximizes 360° shooting and imitates film making design language.
Equipped with dual 210° fisheye lenses, the Alcatel 360 Camera can be simply plugged into the micro USB port of any IDOL 4, IDOL 4S or POP 4S smartphones.
Budding filmmakers can then create VR videos or 360° photos in just a few simple steps. Group selfies are also easy to take with the super wide-angle lens.
360° Camera Partnerships
By partnering with 360fly, ALLie Camera, Arashi Vision and Primesom, all makers of 360° cameras compatible with a smartphone, Alcatel mobile is further embracing the 360° camera industry.
With these partnerships, TCL communication wants to ensure it will be easy for consumers to create, share and enjoy VR content. The company and its partners will cooperate to achieve joint communications, marketing and promotional activities. Partner products will be available for tryout at the TCL/Alcatel IFA booths. The available cameras include: 360fly 4K, 360fly HD, ALLie Camera, Insta360 4K and Nico360.
"We are excited to partner with a leading and innovative mobile industry brand like Alcatel. They are taking a huge step ahead of the market by integrating 360° and VR content into their devices" said Dmitry Kozko, President of ALLie Camera"We look forward to working with them to bring the best possible 360° and VR experiences to consumers across the globe and are honored to be the only partner to deliver users a true 360° experience with live streaming and 24/7 viewing and recording so they never miss a thing."
"As we continue to uphold our position as the definitive innovator and leader in the 360 camera space; 360fly is excited about the prospects of collectively growing this vertical through this strategic association with TCL Communication," said Peter Adderton, CEO of 360fly. "There is incredible upside potential in this sector and we are optimistic that we will accomplish great things through our collective efforts."
Jingkang Liu, CEO of Arashi Vision, and maker of Insta360 cameras, commented: "We believe we're entering a new era where people want to share and relive immersive experiences. We produce 360° VR technology to make it easy for people to do that. And in partnering with TCL Communication, we think it is huge step to make that goal more accessible."
A Vision for the Future
With VISION, Alcatel 360 Camera and its technology partnerships, the company is staying true to its own vision of making the latest technology accessible to a wide range of consumers. "With dedicated research and design resources, TCL Communication has made a long-term commitment to VR" said Nicolas Zibell. "We're excited to be a world leader in the field."


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For instance, at a recent Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) conference, he was impressed to learn that the average annual company cost of employee turnover is $50,000.
He said it also seemed more than a little scary to encounter an SHRM statement that 40 percent of resumes are bogus.
Actually, it's worse than that. Of over 3.7 million background checks by ADP Screening and Selection Services last year, 52 percent of employment, education and credential checks revealed inaccuracies.
Such statistics became more real to Brown when he learned that an acquaintance had suddenly gotten a Ph.D.
"I was like: 'When did this guy become a doctor?'"
The person had purchased a fabricated degree from an online diploma factory (see related story).
"I was surprised that it was that easy to do," Brown said. "People really do go out and get degrees that way. And he was hired — they didn't check it and a local company hired him."
Since then, Brown has seen fake diplomas come across his desk as well. Only a few weeks ago, a resume trumpeted a master's degree from an American university. Try as he might, Brown could find no trace of the school the applicant had claimed to attend.
Another example is a recent applicant for an engineering management position, a graduate of
"When a guy has a master's from
When Brown called Oxford University — the one that's not in the British Isles — to verify the degree, the woman on the phone was happy to provide references, dates attended and to explain the intricacies of an intensive online program that incorporates work and life experience on a credit basis.
Later that day he called the college's Web site number, only to have a completely different conversation with the same woman.
"They started trying to sell me the degree," he said.
"They started out telling me it cost $5,000 and before I got off the phone it was 500 bucks. You get a different line if you call up pretending to want something than when you call for reference."
Like Brown, Sue Chu of DK & Associates is often asked to conduct background checks for clients.
"If someone is six credits or a semester shy of a degree and they say they've graduated, that prompts us as a point of contention. We make sure that everything they say they are, they are."
DK's background checks extend well beyond college degrees into criminal backgrounds, credit scores and employment histories.
Some clients take special interest in education, however, even mandating a check on a candidate's GPAs.
Many of DK's clients' concerns relate to a new hire's access to high-value equipment, currency and secure information, which necessitates thorough checks — especially for management employees.
Verifying a college degree is actually a simple task.
Some colleges offer online databases to verify alumni. Most schools will confirm that a student attended the school if the employer provides the name and dates of attendance.
Some colleges, however, refrain from divulging graduation status unless the prospective employer furnishes the applicant's Social Security number.
"That can be disheartening for employers," Brown said.
"You're not allowed to grab (a Social Security number) until you're going to make an offer. You've gone through hundreds of resumes and only then can you run background checks."
Some colleges require that employers request transcript copies to obtain degree specifics, added
According to Brown, red flags to look for include an impressive school, a school located out of state or country, and a lack of information about the school — including the tell-tale absence of a direct-line phone number or address.
Accreditation agencies separate legitimate universities from diploma factories. Most such accreditation bodies — such as the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges — are approved by the U.S. Department of Education.
Although not necessarily due to the prevalence of bogus degrees, Brown explained that many of his clients now consider professional certifications as more important than advanced degrees.
Quantum Services has created a Web site to help employers with candidate screening at HRInterview.com.


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The Jamaica Institute of Environmental Professionals (JIEP), formed in 2000, is a professional association of qualified persons who work in the environmental field. Members include scientists, engineers, consultants, social scientists, lawyers, educators and economists.
An eleven-member Council made up of the Executive and eight other Council members governs the JIEP. The Executive consists of the President, Vice-president, Secretary and Treasurer.
The current council members for 2018-2020 are:
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We're not sure if we will do a mini gender reveal with a cake or balloons for our parents but I do know I'm not leaving that office without knowing! (haha) Well, hoping Baby O feels like cooperating... Anyway, I've put together a little preview and also done some fun old wives tale prediction charts. Happy Tuesday!
He or She Predictions
We're not sure if we will do a mini gender reveal with a cake or balloons for our parents but I do know I'm not leaving that office without knowing! (haha) Well, hoping Baby O feels like cooperating... Anyway, I've put together a little preview and also done some fun old wives tale prediction charts. Happy Tuesday!
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EEEKKKKKK i'm so excited for you guys to find out!! I love both color schemes you're thinking of!!ReplyDelete
Looks like you are split right down the middle! I love the colors and ideas that you have for both genders and I am SO EXCITED that Seth is going to get to be there for the big news!!! (on top of being SUPER excited to actually find out the news myself!! haha)ReplyDelete
I don't know which one I think.....I will go with girl!
How exciting!! I remember when we found out we were having a girl my husband was in shocked but was so EXCITED. It is such a fun time.. I hope that baby O lets you see :) I love the colors for both..ReplyDelete
I am guessing a GIRL
Awesome inspirations, lady! I love em both! You know i'm picking girl! The world needs more PINK!!!ReplyDelete
So great your baby daddy will be there!!!!!
I am so excited for you!!! I'm still guessing girl :) Love the nursery inspiration, the tiger accents are so fun for a boy!ReplyDelete
How exciting! I love both decor choices for the nursery! I'm going to go with girl!ReplyDelete
Eee! Oh my gosh, I'm so excited for you!ReplyDelete
I love those old wives tales especially when you find out and then look back and see how close or off they were!ReplyDelete
CANNOT WAIT FOR YOU TO FIND OUT!!!!ReplyDelete
Both ideas are amazing! One of the best parts is finding out gender and picking nursery things out!ReplyDelete
Ahhhh!!! Hurry up Monday! How cool that it's his first apt to make it to and that's the gender one, love that. I'm still voting girl :)ReplyDelete
Aw so excited for you!! I'm sure your hubby is so excited to join you at the appointment too! I'm thinking girl.. there have been lots of boys lately!ReplyDelete
yahh! im so excited for you! me and my sister-in-law, and cousin are all having girls BUT all of my friends are having boys! sooo im guessing you're having a boy! I can't wait to find out! xo jillian - stop by! I'm hosting a Rikshaw Design giveaway for babies on cornflake dreamsReplyDelete
So exciting!! I cannot wait for you to find out!! And, I love both nurseries...they are so cozy and welcoming!! SO EXCITING!ReplyDelete
OMG! Such an exciting time!!!! :) Good luck! I'll keep my fingers and toes crossed that baby cooperates! I love both of the nursery designs... so cute!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 9, 2014 at 11:52 AM
That's so exciting that you get to find out so soon.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 9, 2014 at 11:54 AM
I'm thinking a girl, too, but can't wait to know for sure!ReplyDelete
Monday! How exciting! I hope Baby O cooperates for you guys!ReplyDelete
Love the Tiger inspired room!!! So sweet!!!! SO excited for y'all!ReplyDelete
Monday!!!!! Omg! I'm dying over here! And seriously over the moon for you that hubby will be joining you for the most fun appt ever!! xxReplyDelete
Gah!! I cannot wait to find out!! I have a friend who is a maternity RN and she says the Chinese calendar is never wrong. I was voting for boy though! Love your nursery inspiration!!ReplyDelete
Monday!!! so exciting!! I hope it's a girl, a pink and gold nursery?! gorgeous!ReplyDelete
Can't wait to hear! I was going to due pale pink & gold if it was a girl too. But now I am pinning boy ideas like crazy!ReplyDelete
This is too cute! I'm so excited for you both - I can't believe it's almost time for you to find out. I love both of your nursery inspirations - can't go wrong with either!ReplyDelete
So excited to find out! Loving both of the inspirations!ReplyDelete
I can't wait for y'all to find out! Your baby is going to have one sweet little nursery - I love the inspiration that you have found so far for it. Good luck on Monday!ReplyDelete
So exciting!! Love both nursery ideas.ReplyDelete
It's almost time! I'm still thinking baby girl...but I've gotta admit, I absolutely LOVE the tiger accents for a little boy's room!ReplyDelete
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! I Love this!!! Can't wait for MOnday!!!!!!!! So so so so excited for you! I still think girl! And I love both nursery ideas!ReplyDelete


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A dispute between a University of Texas System regent and the system's chancellor has entered a new realm: the courtroom.
This story discusses the lawsuit filed this week by Regent Wallace L. Hall Jr. against Chancellor Bill McRaven. Hall wants to get his hands on thousands of pages of records gathered and created in the course of an investigation into admissions practices at the Austin campus.
McRaven is willing to turn over the material — absent confidential student records and other private information. Hall contends that if a third party that conducted the investigation for the system is entitled to see such information, there's no reason a member of the governing board should be denied.
Here are comments from a McRaven supporter and a Hall supporter:
Texas Coalition for Excellence in Higher Education: "It is obvious that this lawsuit is political and has nothing to do with advancing public higher education in Texas. Chancellor McRaven is the CEO of the UT System and has the support of the majority of the Board of Regents. He is correctly and appropriately acting in his professional capacity, and in the best interest of Texas students and their privacy. We stand with Chancellor McRaven and trust his leadership and judgment, and look forward to a time when all members of the Board of Regents are working together to advance the University of Texas System for the good of all Texans."
Anne Neal, president of the American Council of Trustees and Alumni: "This is all about the public trust. And trustees are, as Henry Clay once explained, 'created for the benefit of the people.' The idea that CEOs can control what trustees see and don't see undermines the very concept of stewardship. Trustees must have full access to the information they need to be fiduciaries — no matter how sensitive — and then use that information responsibly. It's time to end the standoff."


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Proudly touted as the Horse Capital of the World, Lexington, Kentucky has plenty of things to do, perfect for family fun. Little kids can enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities at numerous Lexington attractions, designed especially with a kid's curiosity in mind. This burgeoning city in the heart of bluegrass country has a lot to offer locals and visitors alike.
Located in the heart of downtown Lexington in Victorian Square, the Explorium of Lexington is a children's museum with a variety of exhibits to delight young minds. Here, your kids can get creative with bubbles in The Bubble Zone, as well as experience the Hold Your Horses exhibit, an interactive grooming stable and veterinary clinic, sure to delight young horse lovers. The Explorium's open art studio allows kids to get crafty and bring home a souvenir as well. Not too far down the road, also in downtown Lexington, is the Living Arts and Sciences Center, where you can sign up your young kids for a variety of stimulating and interactive classes including painting, science and music.
Nature Exploration
Your kids can explore local nature at a number of Lexington locations. The Kentucky Children's Garden, located at The Arboretum, offers child-scaled gardens where little kids can enjoy experiential play. Kids can get dirty by digging in the garden, give fishing a try and learn more about the environment in this hands-on experience. At Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, there are several trails where your kids can take nature walks to discover plant, birds and other species local to Kentucky.
Horse-Related Fun
As the horse capital of the world, Lexington naturally has horse-related fun for all ages. The Kentucky Horse Park features a Kids Barn that has daily activities, such as horse grooming, scavenger hunts and a jumping course, for kids ages 13 and under. Downtown Lexington's aptly named Thoroughbred Park includes life-size bronze statues of horses, which kids can explore and even climb. If you want to show your kids some horses in their natural environment, you can drive through the Lexington countryside to see horses at work and at play on beautifully landscaped farms.
Sample Some Sweets
Little kids with a sweet tooth have a few spots to explore in Lexington. Sign up for a free tour at Old Kentucky Chocolates, where kids can watch the candy-making process in action. At the end of the tour, they can even enjoy a sweet treat right off of the line. For a bit of a healthier option, head over to Boyd Orchards, where kids can pick fresh strawberries, peaches, raspberries and blackberries. Availability varies depending on the time of year, so give the Orchards a call before heading out with the kids.


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A local scheme that allows former nurses to be paid while they retrain has been nominated for two national awards.
'Pick up your Pin', which is run by Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) and the University of Chester, has been shortlisted in the Return to Practice Course of the Year and Partnership of the Year categories at this year's Student Nursing Times Awards.
The scheme was launched in 2015 to fit around the professional and personal needs of former nurses who are interested in resuming their nursing career.
Nurses on the programme receive paid holidays, staff benefits and are guaranteed a full or part-time position on successful completion of the course.
Chris Barker, Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Health and Social Care, said: "The University of Chester and Mid Cheshire Hospitals have worked together to develop a flexible, innovative and supportive course to bring experienced nurses back into the profession.
"The pilot course has achieved 100% success rate, with all students completing and returning to work in clinical practice. Student feedback has been excellent and funding has been granted for two further cohorts."
Now in its sixth year, the Student Nursing Times Awards celebrate the very best in student nurses, as well as establishments that are committed to developing new nursing talent.
The 'Pick up your Pin' team delivered a presentation to an awards judging panel last month and will find out if they have won during a ceremony in London on 27 April.
Following the programme's success, MCHFT is now accepting applications for a new cohort of Return to Practice (RTP) Nurses who will start in September.
As well as hospital-based positions, the Trust is looking to recruit RTP nurses who will work in the community as part of a new NHS partnership, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP).
MCHFT, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, is holding an information day for those interested in finding out more about the programme.
The event will take place at Leighton Hospital's School of Nursing from 9am on Wednesday 3 May and will provide an opportunity to talk to other RTP Nurses, meet mentors and course facilitators, and to tour the hospital.
Sue Hamman, Divisional Head of Nursing at MCHFT, said: "We are very proud of the Return to Practice programme and that we have embraced the needs of local individuals in order for them to return to a career in nursing.
"The programme makes it as easy as possible for former nurses to put their invaluable skills and experience back into practice and to work in an area that they have an interest in.
"Those who attend the information event will be able to see just how much support and coaching is available along the way, and to collect any information regarding the recruitment and interview process. We'd love to hear from any former nurses and to discuss the options available with you."
For further information, including how to apply for the scheme and to book a place at the information event, please contact Audrey Butterworth, HR Assistant, on 01270 273 712 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Watch This Insane Mustang Get Away From Ken Block at Goodwood
The Goodwood Festival of Speed is a chance to see beautiful cars and watch professional drivers take some of them for a spin. Those drivers are often well-known names and this year the list included Ken Block. He showed up with his Hoonicorn, an absolutely bonkers custom Mustang, and took event founder Lord March for a ride that was more exciting than usual, even for Block. According to CarScoops, Block was behind the wheel of his 845 horsepower, 1965 Ford Mustang Hoonicorn. That tells you right there that whatever was going to happen was going to be at least a little crazy. Then again, when does Block do anything that doesn't smack a little of insanity? RELATED: See The 2014 Ford Fiesta RS Ken Block
He decided to take his monster of a car out for a ride with a smiling Lord March in the passenger seat. It starts off well enough, but then Block loses things on a corner and slides right off the track and into the grass. He manages to stop just shy of hitting the hay bales. Both he and March are wearing huge smiles the whole time.
Block headed back onto the pavement and let loose with some smokey donuts which seemed like an appropriate response to the situation. The pair then took off down the track to finish the course.
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Getting Fit in Regensburg
If you are looking to improve your overall health and fitness level or have big plans to get toned and shredded for the summer, Regensburg has no shortage of options for meeting your fitness goals and interests. In town and the surrounding areas there are a multitude of options from traditional gyms to the latest trendy fitness courses.
For those looking for a sports center:
- Mega Sports (Ernst-Frenzel-Straße 14, Obertraubling) is the place for partner and group sports. Here they offer courts for playing squash, badminton, and tennis. They have a climbing wall and offer some fitness courses as well. If you like beach volleyball, it can also be nice to play here in the warmer months. There is a pleasant pizzeria on site to help you refuel after the workout.
For those who like the traditional gym:
- Fitness First (Bahnhofstraße 16; Am Europakanal 32) has two locations in Regensburg. Both are modern fitness centers which offer a wide selection of fitness courses, wellness and spa facilities, and a personal trainer service.
For those who like taking the latest workout classes:
Kangoo Fit (Ritmo, Yorckstraße 20) — or Kangoo Jumps, as it is more commonly called — is a fun and trendy aerobics class that may look a bit silly at first but provides a really enjoyable way to burn some calories.
You start by putting on rebound shoes that have a spring-like mechanism on the bottom, and you wear them while performing your workout. The first minute or so you might think it will be impossible to maintain your balance, but you'll catch on fast! You will be surprised at how a really hard cardio endurance workout can also be so much fun. Expect sore muscles the next day.
For those who like their fitness a bit harder:
- BoxFit (Donaustaufer Straße 146) is a specialized fitness center for combat sports and hard fitness. They specialize in offering a range of boxing styles.
- Streetfit (Dr.-Gessler-Straße 16) offers functional and circuit training to exercise your whole body in a small group setting. The workout is a mix of strength and cardio endurance training.
- CrossFit (Ditthornstraße 11) is one of the most popular fitness offerings out there right now. It focuses on strength and conditioning through a combination of high-intensity interval training, weightlifting, and performing other gymnastic moves. CrossFit fans often promote it as being more than just a workout, but rather a lifestyle.
For those who like a more soothing workout:
Regensburg has many yoga studios covering a wide spectrum of yoga styles. These offerings include Acroyoga, hatha yoga, yin yoga, and more. Two of the most popular studios in town (Tarayoga and Westside Yoga) focus on vinyasa yoga, but also offer classes and workshops featuring other styles.
- Tarayoga: Am Brixener Hof 5; Spatzengässchen 1
- West Side Yoga: Prüfeninger Straße 20
For those looking for a fun and challenging fitness option:
Boulderwelt (Im Gewerbepark A46) is an indoor bouldering hall that also offers yoga classes. As bouldering is done without ropes or harnesses, the climbing walls are much lower than in a traditional climbing hall. The floor under the climbing walls here is also completely padded to break the impact if you fall.
Boulderwelt offers regular introduction sessions and can set you up with a group lesson or a private course, if desired. They rotate the position of the boulders on a regular basis, so you'll never get bored with a route, and as you gain strength and skill, you can choose more difficult options. Bouldering is a great, challenging workout that can also be very social. They also have a café on site if you want to meet some people and get a drink or two afterwards.
For those who like to work out outside:
- The Trimmdichpfad (Inselpark) is essentially an outdoor calisthenics park. There are about a dozen stations where you can practice various outdoor strength training exercises. Here you can utilize the benches to work your abs, do some pull-ups, climb across the monkey bars or do some other moves to tone your body.
- For those who prefer a scenic run, the recommended activity would be to go jogging along the Danube River.
Gabrielle Byko is an international communication professional who has a passion for world travel and experiencing international culture exchange in all of its forms. Gabrielle is our Local Reporter in Regensburg.
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Project Management Methodology Training Plan
Providing training in the methodology is crucial to PMO success. Project Management Methodology training has these functions and benefits:
– It is the framework that provides a place for all other training in tools, processes, and project management software.
– It improves communication by giving every project stakeholder a common language and by defining roles for project reviews and other decision processes
– It standardizes the way project work is done, increasing effectiveness and efficiency.
The PMO Project Management Methodology Expert and the PMO Training Project Manager follow these eight steps to create and implement the methodology training plan:
1. Open a copy of the Project Management Methodology Training Plan Template. Enter the general information at the top left.
2. Copy the list of components from the Project Management Methodology Publication Schedule into the Components column of the Methodology Training Plan.
3. Copy the version numbers into the Version # column.
4. Create one row for each training format. Each training program may be in an in-class format, a web-based format, and other formats for guided or independent study.
5. Copy the planned dates for the start and end of training from the Project Management Methodology Publication Schedule.
6. Enter the planned dates for when the outline will be approved, when the materials will be prepared, and when test classes will be run. Make sure to allow sufficient time to complete each of these activities so that the class can be available on the date listed for training to be available. If necessary, acquire additional resources to ensure delivery of the training on time. A delay in the availability of this training will have a negative impact on the entire rollout of the PMO's project management templates, standards, processes, tools, and training services.
7. As work is completed, track the work by entering the actual dates deliverables are finished.
8. Whenever a module is updated to a new version, enter a line on this schedule for each version of the training materials, and revise the training for that module.


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10 Crisp Pear Tattoos
Pears that will pair nicely with your tattoo collection.
Pears are often a forgotten fruit when people consider a fruit tattoo. There's plenty of orange, raspberry, strawberry, and various other fruity tattoos, so why so little love for pears?
Pears can be enjoyed fresh, canned, juiced, in jams and jellies, and even made into cider. These ten people have taken their love for this fruit to the next level.
For more fruity tattoos, check out these posts:
18 Juicy Fruit Tattoos
13 Cute & Badass Tattooed Fruits
40 Fresh Fruits And Veggies Tattoos


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Fashion Accessory: Fiona Paxton's statement necklaceOktober 14th, 2013
London jeweler Fiona Paxton is loved for her delicate yet statement-making designs. This stunning black & white hand made Glass beaded necklace with draped metal chains is a beautiful translation of her coveted aesthetic. Let it pop against a plane top.
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President Yoweri Museveni has donated Shillings 500 million to Old Taxi Park Taxi Operator's Association. Museveni who was touring and addressing mini rallies down town Kampala announced the donation as he addressed taxi operators.
He promised to donate Shillings 10 million to each small association once documents are submitted to his office. The rally in the old taxi park was the second following another at Nakasero market on Friday morning.
President Museveni also donated Shillings 100 million to the Nakasero market main SACCO and promised to give each small SACCO in the area Shillings 10 million.
President Museveni visited Owino market, Kiseka market and disabled traders market among others. His key message to traders was that they had abandoned him by deciding to vote opposition politicians.
He promised to help the traders reclaim their market land, which had earlier been sold by Kampala City Council officials.


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Header Photo: Drew Jacksich
The North Carolina Transportation Museum (NCTM), is located at Spencer on the former grounds of Southern Railway's largest steam locomotive repair shops. Today the museum sees tens of thousands annually and is housed in three of the old shop buildings (currently); the Bob Julian Roundhouse, the Flue Shop, and the Master Mechanics Shop. Since its beginnings in the late 1970s the museum has grown to become one of the country's largest and most respected. It not only offers visitors the chance to see numerous pieces of historic railroad equipment, many of which are preserved in their roundhouse, but also the chance to ride trains on the property as well. If you are in the area or are interested in visiting one of the finer establishments in this field of preservation I would highly recommend a visit to NCTM.
The museum has its beginnings dating back to 1977 when the Southern Railway donated four acres of its Spencer shop complex (including three buildings) to the state of North Carolina (another donation occurred in 1979 when the Southern donated more shop buildings and structures to the state). Not surprisingly, in that same year, 1977, the North Carolina Transportation Museum was set up to begin soliciting for not only historical railroad artifacts and pieces but others was well including wagons, automobiles, and even aircraft. Today the North Carolina Transportation Museum houses a vast collection of railroad artifacts in its Bob Julian Roundhouse, many related to the state itself in some way and nearly all restored in either cosmetic or operating condition.
Some of the many pieces in operation on site include Graham County Railroad Shay #1925, Southern Railway GP30 #2601, Norfolk & Western GP9 #620, NCPA Fairbanks-Morse H-12-44 #1860, and Southern Railway E8 #6900 (in the railroad's beautiful Crescent livery). Other pieces on site include Atlantic Coast Line E3 #501, Seaboard Air Line 2-10-2 #544, and recently acquired ex-Amtrak FP40 #307. This, of course, is just the locomotive pieces on site as the museum also houses numerous freight cars, an old steam crane, and several other pieces of equipment. Likewise, there are many various exhibits to see in the three shop buildings; the Bob Julian Roundhouse, the Flue Shop, and the Master Mechanics Shop. The museum is also always looking for volunteer help with the many various restoration projects they ongoing (right now they are working on Spencer #604 a Baldwin-locomotive steam locomotive, restoration on the Back Shop, N&W Combine car, and a former hospital car), so if you are interested please feel free to contact them to let them know how you can help!
The North Carolina Transportation Museums is also one of the only two locations, which keep a Day Out With Thomas locomotive on-site year round. Typically, the museum tries to showcase the famous character two or three times a year between September and October. Along with Thomas the museum offers other events just for kids including summer camps (offered each year, these camps typically are held during July and help teach kids the history of railroads and transportation as it affected the state of North Carolina) and Birthday Cabooses. Finally, the museum has special events for Boy and Girl Scouts as well. As for the train rides themselves at the museum these are offered year-round; during the winter months it is usually just a day or two a week while during the warmer months rides usually run between Thursday and Sunday.
Steam Locomotives
Atlantic Coast Line 4-6-0 #1031 (Built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1913.)
Carolina Power & Light "Fireless" 0-4-0F #3 (Built by H.K. Porter in 1937.)
Duke Power 0-4-0T #111 (Built by the American Locomotive Company's Cooke Works in 1922.)
Graham County Railroad 3-Truck Shay #1925 (Built by the Lima Locomotive Works in 1925.)
Seaboard Air Line 2-10-0 #544 (Built by Alco's Brooks Works in 1918.)
Southern Railway 2-8-0 #542 (Built by Baldwin in 1903.)
W. R. Bonsal Company 0-6-0T #7 (Built by H.K. Porter in 1943 as U.S. Army #5012.)
Diesel Locomotives
Amtrak F40PH #307 (Built by Electro-Motive in 1979.)
Atlantic Coast Line E3A #501 (Operational. Built by Electro-Motive in 1939. The only example of its kind still in existence.)
Beaufort & Morehead H12-44 #1860 (Built by Fairbanks-Morse in 1953 as U.S. Army #1860.)
Duke Power 25-Ton Switcher #5951 (Built by General Electric in 1953.)
Norfolk & Western GP9 #620 (Operational. Built by Electro-Motive in 1958.)
Norfolk Southern AS416 #1616 (Built by Baldwin in 1955.)
North Carolina State Ports Authority 45-Ton Switcher #L-3 (Built by General Electric in 1943.)
Southern Railway GP30 #2601 (Operational. Built by Electro-Motive in 1963.)
Southern Railway/Cincinnati, New Orleans & Texas Pacific FP7 #6133 (Operational. Built by Electro-Motive in 1950.)
Southern Railway E8A #6900 (Operational. Built by Electro-Motive in 1951 as #2923.)
U.S. Army 44-Ton Switcher #7497 (Built by General Electric in 1943.)
U.S. Navy 44-Ton Switcher #65-00556 (Built by the Davenport Locomotive Works in 1953.)
Electric Locomotives
Piedmont & Northern Boxcab #5103 (Built by General Electric in 1913.)
In last few years NCTM's stature has risen immensely with several notable events and activities taking place there. First, during the July 4th holiday in 2012, in conjunction with Norfolk Southern the museum held a large celebration 20 heritage locomotives adorned in liveries of predecessor railroads which make up the current NS system. Two years later in the late spring of 2014 NCTM held the "Streamliners At Spencer" event with several pieces of historic equipment celebrating the sleek designs common during the last great age of passenger rail travel. The ending of this event coinciding with the much anticipated restoration of Norfolk & Western J Class #611, which took place within the roundhouse. The project was completed in May of 2015, returning the big 4-8-4 to excursion service.
The train trips are not long, traveling about a mile or so around the 57-acre site and lasting for about 25 minutes. Additionally, the museum offers turntable rides, and other special events aside from Thomas the Tank Engine such as the Easter Bunny Express and Christmas excursions (they do not yet offer the true Polar Express experience although they do feature a Santa train and "Jingle Bell Express"). Everything listed here is just a sampling of what NCTM truly has to offer, which should be noted is not only rail-related. For instance, they also showcase historic aircraft, cars and trucks, other automobiles, and much more (such as smaller static display pieces). For more information about the North Carolina Transportation Museum please visit their website.


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I am earning a BA in English with a concentration in creative writing @ Southeastern Louisiana University.
Thursday, April 27, 2017
unpleasant news
Manchac Review's publication date has been moved to sometime in the middle of summer school. They do not know when. When it is published, I will let you know, so everyone can go and read my flash fiction. Until then, mum is the word.
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Southeastern's Manchac Review
Manchac Review is the magazine the English Department at Southeastern Louisiana University publishes every year. Southeastern is located in Hammond, Louisiana about an hour north of New Orleans and about forty-five minutes east of Baton Rouge.
You can go here to look at it yourself: Manchac Review.
I hope you enjoy it.
You can go here to look at it yourself: Manchac Review.
I hope you enjoy it.
Monday, April 17, 2017
Zero Star Review for Wallflower Blooming by Amy Rivers
First let me say I received, Wallflower Blooming, free in exchange for an honest review. No compensation was offered, requested, nor accepted.
In late January 2017, I was contacted by Emiie Rabitoy, wanting to know if I could review Amy Rivers' books on my blog. My response was specific to what I read and don't read. It was:
Let me tell you my criteria and you can tell me if you're still interested in me doing a review. I do not read pornography, and that includes erotic. I do not read books that include the f bomb or taking Jesus Christ's name as a curse word. I only read clean romance stories, so that means no same sex stories.
I like all kinds of stories. I read romances, westerns, historical fiction, biographies, and literary stories. I also like Science Fiction and Fantasy. It just has to be a good story.
My eReader has bit the Dust. So I would actually need an actual book to read as opposed to an electronic version. If you think you have something that I would like to read, I'm more than willing to listen to what it's about.
Her writing:
First, from what I have read, and all of my writing teachers say we should read as writers, it appears that Amy has not taken any writing classes. Her first obvious mistake is she is head hopping. Head hopping is where the writer goes from the inner thoughts and emotions and POV (point of view) of one character to another character without changing scenes, paragraphs or chapters.
Second, her sentences all run together. She could cut up some of the sentences and make them two or three OR she could tighten up her writing, and eliminate a bunch of repetition. She has very little white space, which means her story drags a little. This books appears to be an indie-published book, as I don't think a publisher who pays the writer, would have let this stuff go on.
Third, she has a huge amount of information dumping. It is where she is telling us a lot of characters instead of showing up. It isn't that the story is hard to read or necessarily boring, but I'm tired of hearing the author's inner thoughts instead of seeing what her characters are doing.
Fouth, we'll go back to the part where I told Emiie, that I don't read pornography including what people call erotica. She assured me it was a clean romance. It's not. On page 108, her female protagonist leads the guy she says she's in love with, to her bedroom where she is quite descriptive. This would fall under erotica, since she doesn't out and out say he put his penis inside her vagina.
I was quite disappointed! The story is a cute one, one you could let a teenager read, until you get to page 108. I don't know if there are any more sex scenes, as I quit reading at this point.
I wish Amy Rivers well in her writing, but I won't be reading any more of her books. This book receives a total of ZERO stars from me.
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