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School Show: Read All About It
READ ALL ABOUT IT is a modular end of term show and a great CPD opportunity for teachers.
The production can be differentiated to suit different ages and is suitable as a primary school leavers show.
The scenes follow a structure but the content is devised by the children, making the production absolutely unique to your school and its performers.
The optional link to a newspaper created by the children could tie creative writing, ICT, art and photography in to the project, and can be used to create a programme that is cheap to copy on a photocopier, and a memento for the participating children.
READ ALL ABOUT IT can be used as a CPD opportunity for teachers - please see the grey sidebar for more information.
The Show
The show opens with a song READ ALL ABOUT IT sung by all the children which welcomes the audience and sets out the structure of the show, using the device of the Newspaper.
The Newspaper contains a number of articles which correspond to scenes in the show, and in the programme version additional articles can be added.
The scenes tell stories that are topical for the school community. Schools can choose from a selection of scenes including our original song Read All About It, Our Story (an ideal choice for a leaving class), Friendships and Locality scenes based around places in your local area. For a complete scene list please click here.
Set and Costume
This can be as simple or as complicated as you like. We can provide guidance about what the children should wear and the show does not require the creating or moving of any set!
The Newspaper
We will provide links for and templates of newspaper generators, allowing you and the children to create a newspaper of the show.
The Creation Process
We will provide you with:
- A document setting out the structure for the show
- The song READ ALL ABOUT IT (as a recording with and without voice, and as a piano score, and its reprise version and a video showing the choreography that goes with the reprise.)
- A four hour afternoon visit from one of our team to:
- meet with your lead teacher and talk through through the production
- help choose and structure the other scenes in the show, and decide who does what
- provide ideas to cover the 'one class sitting down whilst another stands up' gaps which are a common problem.
- provide specific ideas for choreography, song choice, and how to make each scene work as well as possible.
- This process is intended to help the relevant teacher improve and develop their skills when it comes to the staging of school shows.
Additionally, and at additional cost, we can provide specialist theatrical staff to:
- create or co-create with teachers specific scenes, and do detailed work with teachers improving their skills and giving them more confidence.
- create choreography and teach it to the children, or work with teachers helping them develop confidence in their choreography or dance skills.
- develop either the singing skills of the children, or the confidence of the singing teacher as appropriate.
- give the show a final polish on a dress rehearsal day before the performance.
Age range: KS2, KS1 and Reception age children.
Group size: Between 30 and 240 children.
Cost: £499 plus VAT.
INSET: You can choose to have our staff provide a teacher training session on creating a school show and developing their performing arts teaching skills. This can be done in combination or independently from our team working to create this show.

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NASTY BUSINESS: Documents
The battle at DeGroote is covered by more than 15,000 pages of records, including emails, letters, complaints and reports.
A number of the records summarize the circumstances or recap testimony, including the key documents posted below. (The links are to PDF versions of the documents.)
NASTY BUSINESS: Read the full feature report
Editorial: The Spectator's view\
Board-Senate Hearing Panel for Sexual Harassment/Anti-Discrimination
Under the McMaster University Anti-Discrimination Policy
DECISION – May 2013
Many previously undisclosed details are in this document, which also recaps a 21-day in-camera hearing before a university Tribunal, March 3-June 6, 2012.
The Tribunal accepted 2,694 documents into evidence and heard testimony from 65 witnesses as it examined claims and counter-claims generated by the bizarre feud inside the school.
One of its key findings? That complaints "do not establish that the individual respondent Mr. Paul Bates engaged in harassment." The Tribunal said that "Mr. Bates was a lightning rod but he was not the cause of the poisoned academic/work environment."
Read the full report here: Tribunal Decision May 2013
Board-Senate Hearing Panel for Sexual Harassment/Anti-Discrimination – Under the McMaster University Anti-Discrimination Policy – REMEDY DECISION – September, 2013
All the penalties – suspensions, orders for sensitivity training, removal from positions of authority – are in this Tribunal document.
The Tribunal concluded that long suspensions were needed to allow injured faculty to move ahead with their careers and to allow the school to heal by removing the people deemed to be most responsible for the poisoned work environment.
Read the full report here: Remedy Decision September, 2013
Report to the President – December 15, 2010
The Committee was set up after reports of harassment, bullying, abusive & disrespectful behaviour, as well as evidence of overall dysfunction at the school. The committee's role was to recommend how to bring about a productive work environment.
"If strong willed personalities are . . . involved," this report says, "then a tone of discord can develop leading to a highly tense atmosphere or, at worst, a state of dysfunction within the Faculty. This describes the current situation in the DeGroote School of Business."
Read the full report here: Dec 15 2010 Advisory Committee Report
A previous version of the report contains a graph that shows the deep divisions. Committee members interviewed 60 faculty and staff, divided into three categories:
-Those strongly supportive of Paul Bates as dean
-Those strongly opposed
-Those who wanted to be seen as neutral or did not clearly express their inclinations
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"Learning from Sylvie Gil and attending her workshop has been so much fun. I am so happy that I decided to attend her workshop. I was little apprehensive when I had first booked myself for this workshop, considering that I was a digital photographer and she shoots film. The moment you meet her you know that she can be a wonderful friend and a mentor. Sylvie had arranged for amazing florists, designers, stylists, makeup artist that made our photo shoot so chic and unique. Needless to say that I have comeback with some great images for my portfolio that has catapulted my business to a new level. Following her guidance, I have been able to double my price this season, and surprisingly have enough clients. I would highly recommend her workshop, and look forward to attending another session sometime soon"
-Shay '17
"I was hesitant at first but let me tell you… This workshop is worth every penny you spend!!!!! Just the images alone that you bring back, which are going to set you apart from your competition, are a direct investment. Because of Sylvie's workshop I was able to raise my prices 40% and most importantly choose my clients. I came back inspired and wanting to learn more. Because of her I decided to create a new mission statement, new marketing, new everything. Just talking about it makes me feel inspired all over again :) I have been to other workshops and Sylvie has a unique gift - she teaches! (and has impeccable style). You will find teachers that are amazing photographers but do not know how to pass that knowledge or are a little guarded with it. Sylvie is very generous and has an incredible eye for detail. "
- Tandeleya '17
"Trip of a lifetime- her team was real, authentic, transparent, and most of all available. There were so many options for styling and shooting each day, and she gave us the freedom to explore our own creativity with a plethora of styling tools to achieve our own style, not just shooting something set in stone if that makes sense. Since the workshop (about 6 months), I have doubled my pricing (not just changing my pricing, but BOOKING 2/3 of next years weddings at the new pricing), and I am being featured 5x + the amount I was before - unbelievable, right. Sylvie Gil's team is the best, hands down."
- C. Wells '16
"I've already booked 2 more weddings for this year and I'm working on a third! Your workshop was a game changer. Also, my photos from the styled shoots were picked up by Style Me Pretty! It's my first feature on SMP ever."
– Workshop Attendee '18
"…just wanted to tell you both that I have been using the new pricing method and already booked 2 weddings using it. And they are higher price less work!"
– Workshop Attendee '18
I have only amazing things to say! Sylvie, you're just so selfless and giving, the workshop was one of the best thing for me this year personally and business wise!
- Yuliya '17
"I learned so much about pricing, sales and the business of wedding photography. Also I feel like I have such beautiful film images for my portfolio from the amazing styled shoots!"
– Workshop Attendee '18
" I had very high expectations and I wasn't let down. The team was amazingly talented and the details and products that were used were all stunning."
- Sammie '17
"It felt very luxury. We were so well taken care of that not only was it a beautifully run workshop, it was a relaxing retreat as well."
– Workshop Attendee '18
"You gave me the confidence to go for it, and no one said no. I don't know how to thank you enough for that... I don't think that before the workshop I would have had the balls to do something this huge. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the courage you and your workshop gave me. I'm going for it, all in!!"
-Stephanie '17
"First off, traveling to Europe alone for the first time to do what I love pushed me out of my comfort zone. It was definitely a growing experience in my personal and work life. Learning the ins and outs of a business, how Sylvie got to where she is, and understanding the way Sylvie works is what inspired me. The best part was opening new relationships with so many creative people all over the world!"
– Workshop Attendee '18
"Love the amazing insights from Sylvie as well as many other incredible vendors!! Different perspectives on pricing structure as well as beautiful portfolio material."
– Workshop Attendee '18
"Chateau de Varennes is hard to beat!!! Truly a magical experience. Way more than I could have imagined. I could really tell you put your heart and soul into planning it and it was absolutely incredible.. still feels like a dream!! The firework finale?!?!?! Amazing. Thank you, thank you Sylvie & team!!!"
– Workshop Attendee '18
"This workshop was life changing! I gave me the inspiration I needed and now my business is going into a total 360 degrees change thanks to Sylvie. Not to mention all the pampering, great food and goodies!"
- Tande '17
"It helped solidify the direction I'm going and encouraged me a lot. I can't say enough about how inspiring it was to be in such a beautiful place with like-minded vendors and photographers. It was a special week spent doing something we're all so passionate about. Such a worthwhile investment -- no question! The well roundedness of the entire workshop gave a look at every aspect about this business that is surely helpful. I have no question in my mind that it will really support the current trajectory of my business! "
- Jessica '17
"The team was top notch and very approachable. The design was beautiful and our sit-down meals were delicious and a great way to get to know each other. Your candidness and generosity when sharing your experiences was so great!"
-Tessie '17
"The knowledge and experience I came away with, both on the business end as well as the creative side, was so valuable and worth every penny of my investment. The team of vendors was world-class. The location, styling, florals, the attention to details, the little surprises at every turn, the gifts... nothing went unnoticed. Everything was appreciated. We could all see how hard you and the team worked to put it together, and it was amazing."
- Stephanie '17
"Thanks, Sylvie. You are amazing and I cannot thank you enough for the workshop seat. I am so happy to know you!"
- Michelle '17
Just two more weddings this year and i'm officially retiring at 24 . . jk
Reflecting on this beautiful year and feeling incredibly grateful for how much my business has grown! Part of this rapid growth began when I took a leap of faith and attended the Sylvie Gil workshop in Burgundy, France.
In short: my message to anyone who has always dreamt of making this industry your full time career but sometimes feeling like you're stuck or constantly doubting yourself. . .
There is no reason not to follow your heart. Sylvie Gil Workshop and Paris is always a good idea!
Your workshop was, absolutely the most rewarding creative experience of my life. It's no exaggeration to say it was life changing for me. You are amazing and put together an a tremendous event for us. I'll remember it forever. I'm tearing up again thinking about it.
- Christina '16
Wow! Just booked three more weddings for 2016 today. Feeling so happy and overwhelmed with joy. Attending the Sylvie Gil Workshops in France has been a complete game changer for me. This whole experience was so deep to me not just as an artist but learning to find my own voice. The workshop really pushed and motivated me to start taking my business to the next level.
- Steven '16
Sylvie, I just wanted to take a moment and let you know how truly grateful I am to have met you and been able to learn from you this year. You have changed the course of my life and opened my eyes to things I never could dream. Things will never be the same for me ―in the most wonderful of ways. Your workshop is something I will always remember and cherish and I have loved getting to know you and continue to learn from you since then.
You are an amazingly kind, generous and talented lady and I am so grateful to know you.
- Christine '16
The creative team was beyond anything that I would have expected....not only did they source gorgeous pieces and details and create stunning vignettes, but they also took the time to meet with each of us and share their wisdom....and then of course we got to hang out with them each night and just have fun! I can't wait to hear the details for the next workshop!
- Sammie '16
I loved getting to be around creatives again. I hate how isolating this job can be, when you work out of your home and by yourself. I LOVED getting to know EVERY SINGLE person at this workshop. It was such a blessing. My life is so much richer because I the genuine relationships I now have from our time together. Thank you for being classic and true, and for being REAL!
- Kelly '16
You're such an inspiration. I not only admire your work but your fierce personality as well. It was the best shooting workshop I have ever been to — the pairs and stations worked amazing. I wouldn't trade my experience at this workshop for anything. Truly once in a lifetime (well, I can only dream of returning next year) experience.
- Patricia '16
The vulnerability, honesty, and encouragement from the team and the attendees was the best part of the workshop. It was a true authentic community, and I am so happy to be apart of it! The chateau was fantastic, the florals were amazing, the styling was fresh and innovative, and the teaching was practical and easy to apply to my current workflow. I would recommend the workshop to anyone considering it!
- Christina '15
The workshop was beyond anything I could have ever imagined or hoped it would be. It far surpassed any expectations that I had. I benefitted from the extensive networking opportunities as well as the breadth of knowledge provided by all of the vendors attending the workshop. I have attended workshops in the past but never had so much available to us, especially with such a willingness to uplift us through the process.
The styled shoots were AMAZING! I could not be more thankful for the opportunity to work with such amazing stylists and other photographers during the experience. I loved how we had stations and were in smaller groups, rather than the usual 20 photographers all shooting the same thing at different angles. This part was by far one of the highlights for me.
I learned from all your classes. I appreciated the knowledge that I gained and I loved that we had a well-rounded curriculum. I loved the relationships and opportunity to work with such talented professionals.
- Katie '15
This workshop was so much more than I anticipated. I've done a few workshops and none compare. The chateau was just insanely gorgeous....the food was delicious.....my wine glass was never empty. And then the actual shoots were just stunning....the models were beautiful and so nice. And then the creative team....wow. They were all so great...They were all amazingly talented but the plus side was just how incredibly personable, kind, and fun they were...Those are people that I could be friends with...not just work associates.
I was really looking for the opportunity to really shoot with film. It was an area that I wasn't comfortable with and I this gave me the opportunity to practice this new medium. I was nervous while I waited on my scans...nervous that I completely messed up my exposures or focus. I was very excited once I got them back to see how lovely everything turned out.....so for me the biggest benefit was simply gaining confidence with film and trusting that I know what I'm doing.
Normally with workshops I would complain that there are too many attendees.....groups are to large... or that I didn't have enough time with one particular setup. But the reality is that I think everything ran really smoothly. I felt like I had plenty of time with each setup.
The creative team was beyond anything that I would have expected....not only did they source gorgeous pieces and details and create stunning vignettes, but they also took the time to meet with each of us and share their wisdom....and then of course we got to hang out with them each night and just have fun! And then of course the attendees themselves...I loved all of these people and I'm hoping that each and everyone come back for next year's workshop! And then there were the shoots.....Walking into that church literally took my breath away. Seriously, amazing!! Everything from the table cloths, to the invites, to the florals, to the dresses was beyond gorgeous. I've never had the opportunity to shoot details of this quality.
Thank you again for everything! I can't wait to hear the details for the next workshop!
- Sammie '15
Sylvie!I had the most amazing and unforgettable time at your workshop. It seriously was life changing for me. Thank you for being so generous and sharing your tips and suggestions. You are an amazing person and a talented photographer and role model. I am so privileged that I met you and I will always cherish those memories of the workshop in my heart.
- Anna '15
Sylvie, I just wanted to thank you properly for putting together such an inspiring workshop with such an amazing team! I miss it so much already! Thank you for your honesty and openness to teach us. I felt so spoiled with the whole experience, the beauty of the Chateau, the kindness and talent of the vendors, and of course the delicious food!
I hope we all cross paths some way somehow again in the future!
- Heidi '15
It was an amazing experience. Everything was perfect and better than I imagined. The information I learned and feedback that I got is exactly what I needed for my photography. Sylvie was very generous in sharing her photography tips and was always glad to answer any questions and give feedback. The accommodations were amazing. The French food was incredible. The vendors were THE BEST!
- Anna '15
I was very pleased with every aspects of the workshop! I came away feeling very comfortable using my new contax camera (which I had never used) and with a better understanding of how to style different shots.
- Jenny '15
I loved the opportunity to meet all the leaders! Each one was very down to earth and I felt, made everyone feel comfortable and like they fit in to the group. I love seeing that! I've been to workshops in the past where the photographer (leader) has been very cliquey with the attendees. I hate seeing that. So it was super refreshing to see the leaders take time to talk with every attendee!
- Ruthie '15
I loved meeting new amazing and talented people - workshop teachers/organizers as well as attendees. I believe these new friendships and relationships will be a priceless asset in the future - both on a personal and business level.
There are so many additional ways I benefited (and will continue to benefit) from this workshop - as for example getting an insight from Brooke on the high end planner and styling end, learning more about SEO and social media but also learning from each other - seeing how fellow photographers approach certain situations and challenges or how they create their art. It is so inspiring being in a setting like this, where everyone brings a lot of positive energy and eagerness to learn and help. It is hard to sum this up into a few words - but I feel the experience as a whole really helped me grow.
- Stephanie '15
Your workshop has exceeded my expectations as i already told you but i'm telling you again as i like to repeat myself. I learnt a LOT from you and the attendees. It was a great opportunity to make some « Share and Reapply » and to have all the keys to be more efficient in my new business with a clear vision and defined strategy. What I loved most: - Your energy, your passion, your great experience and your beautiful smile ! I love smiles ! - My first step using Film with you (even if i have so much to learn !!!) - The great professionalism and the team spirit of your enthusiastic talented vendors (Brooke, Holly & Becky, Rose, Bianca and Marina, the Dream Team !) - The super gorgeous styled shoots with a lot of details- Really yummy meals cooked by a great chef ! Quality and quantity have been simply perfect. - Gorgeous castle/venue. Great idea to introduce the location by the owner of the venue (Aymeric) and then to have met Sonia who is very kind and friendly - The Welcome Gift and the personal Daily Gift each evening ! Very appreciated ! - Your transparency on your work (e.g : share your personal gear), even if you still have some little secrets ! - To have a new family and new friends who understand your passion ! :) - And last but not least : the macarooooooooons !
- Olivier '15
The workshop went beyond my expectations, I loved that you organized things to be spread out over the days so nothing felt rushed. I also loved the "retreat" feel to the workshop, it was lovely having everything under the same roof and being secluded with no distractions, and everyone was so warm and friendly it really made the experience worthwhile. All the extra added touches were amazing as well like the beautifully decorated dinners, the little gifts and surprises...Great job ladies!!
- Vasia '15
As a beginner film photographer I wanted to really know how to integrate film back into weddings. And most important how to improve my brand and to get more solid knowledge on marketing. I think this topics were very well explained. The styled shoots were amazing, Jill and Max did a wonderful job! I was able to improve my own portfolio at the different styled shoots you provided. All the vendors were very well selected. Branding was a good theme that i benefit and take important lessons. listening to SMP lady was also positive, because we learn how to be better about submissions.
It was a wonderful workshop and it was great meeting such talented people!
Love from Portugal!!!
- Luis '15


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Vintage Plane Advertising Cut Out
Vintage Plane Advertising Cut Out
Very rare airline advertising.
A cardboard cutout of a McDonnell Douglas DC-10 passenger aircraft.
Advertising the infamous Freddie Laker's Sky Train service between London and New York for Laker Airways.
Probably dating from the early 1970s.
Looks great hanging on the wall or could be suspended from the ceiling.
Would grace any collection or looks fab as an interesting interior design piece.
Measuring: 126cm long X 34cm high.
The plane is in good vintage condition and survives remarkably well considering it's made from cardboard, there are obviously signs of wear as can be seen from photographs.
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Address: 119 Point Cartwright Drive, Buddina, QLD 4575
Phone: 07 5444 1944
Email: email@example.com
Customer Service Information
Our Customer Service Desk is open 7 days and is conveniently located outside JB Hi Fi. Our Customer Service Desk Staff are able to assist with our store and community information and services, public transport timetables, lost and found, Kiddy Cruiser hire and Scooter hire.
Free Justice of the Peace Service
Our free JP Service is available Monday 10:00am - 1:00pm, Tuesday 9:00am - 12:00pm and Thursday 5:00pm - 7:30pm.
Centre Management Office
The Centre Management office is situated on the outside of the centre, there is a door located between Millers Fashion & Katie's that leads to Centre Management.
Kiddy Cruiser and Scooter Hire
Entertain the children while you shop with the Kiddy Cruisers available for hire from the Customer Service Desk. Kawana Shoppingworld also has motorised scooters and wheelchairs available at no charge. It is important to book in advance so please contact the Customer Service Desk on 07 5444 1944 to arrange a booking.
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Our state of the art Parent Rooms are equipped with a microwave, lounges, change tables & parent/child toilets. Located near the Food Court and near the Travelator.
Facilities for Customers with Disabilities.
Kawana Shoppingworld has facilities within the centre to cater for customers with disabilities including four wheelchair friendly bathrooms; convenient parking close to centre entrances; free mobility hire (scooters and wheelchairs) and easy, stair-free access throughout the centre.
We have three play areas for children, and can be found in the following locations:
- Outside Aldi entrance
- Next to Good Bean in the South Mall
- Foodcourt
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First of all, I would like to show my appreciation and gratitude to LG, Nuffnang and also Super Junior! Getting this precious album is only once in a life time! What is so special and precious about this album? It is because one of the member from Super Junior actually signed this album! And it is not very easy have this chance thou!
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Super Junior Signature Album!
Monday, October 22, 2012
Paranormal Activity 4 (2012)
Paranormal Activity 4 will be live on 25th October, 2012 in Malaysia cinema and thanks to Nuffnang for giving me opportunity to watch it few days earlier so I can update some sneak peak over here in my blog. Not to write too much sneak peak, because I might spoil your fun and you won't go cinema and watch it.
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Monday, October 15, 2012
Damn! I purchased Mists of Pandaria!
World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria is out since last month September, what makes me buy this game because I watch plenty of youtube video, and it is super tempting and damn interesting. I will post more information about gameplay in the future, right now I would like to talk about the packaging of hard-copy of Mists of Pandaria.
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Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Xpax Whatchuwant is full of Surprise!
Xpax has been giving out amazing gadgets EVERYDAY worth RM 10,000 for Whatchuwant campaign! What kind of prizes that worth RM 10,000? That would be Samsung 40" Full HD LED TV, the Pioneer Blu-Ray Front Surround System, Samsung Galaxy SIII, Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0" and Nikon Coolpix Waterproof AW100! All these exclusive for Xpax members!
This is super tempting but how do you join? Simple, all you need to do is just DIAL *128# to pick any of the Whatchuwant packs customized your needs and stand a chance to win these awesome gadgets daily!
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Thursday, October 4, 2012
Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning (2012)
First of all, I would like to apologize because I neglected my blog, because I fall sick during last week Friday. And I got no energy to blog, until now I got a reason to update because I finish watching one of the movie, thanks to Nuffnang for the movie passes. Warn you first, beginning of this movie is slightly horror, disturbing and violence, prepare for it!
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Helps make a difference for patients by raising extra funds to enhance services, facilities and research at Addenbrooke's and the Rosie. Making use of the funds raised by ACT allows the hospitals to achieve things sooner and to invest in projects that NHS funds alone wouldn't allow. The charity supports the development of new facilities such as the Cambridge Breast Cancer Research Unit, as well as day to day extras for departments across the hospitals where the need is greatest or most urgent.
Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust offers a variety of events to participate in and raise valuable donations to support the charity. Check out the events below for more information.
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Summit International Your Carpet And Hardwood Experts
Summit International Canada is committed to providing our customers and clients with the most dependable and versatile products available in the marketplace today.
Our product lines include Carpeting, Surface Protection and Bio-Enzymatic Cleaning Solutions and Odour Control Products.
Since 1975, Summit International Canada has had a highly regarded reputation as a World-Wide source for carpet products for the Commercial & Institutional and Hospitality industry. We have acquired an extensive and loyal following of architects, designers, specifiers, space planners, facility managers and carpet dealers.
We are the sole Canadian distributor for Pro Tect® – temporary surface protection for the finishing stages of all construction. We supply custom home builders, condominium/apartment builders, renovators and general building contractors.
Summit International Canada is the exclusive Canadian distributor for all Bio-Pro Research™ products for the professional cleaning industry. Product line includes Bio-Enzymatic Cleaning Solutions and Odour Control Products and Urine-Off™.
Pro Tect knows surface protection. Our products are tested for the building and construction trades. Pro Tect ensures worksite carpets, floors and windows are properly protected. This saves our clients money and finishes jobs quicker. Read More
Summit provides carpets of consistently high quality and value, using the most advanced technologies in yarn spinning, dyeing, tufting and finishing. By continuing to improve in all aspects of service Summit delivers the highest level of quality and performance to our customers. Read More
Summit International is the leading provider in Canada of flooring solutions. We offer a full range of products, always raising the bar when it comes to marketing the very best the industry. We provide products available for variety of applications, factory pre-glued or glueless, and with original designs and patterns. Read More
Every living creature produces urine every day and we rarely give it a second thought. When urine finds its way to the wrong spot or becomes concentrated in a small area, it is a very challenging problem! When you need to remove urine odor, you need Urine-Off™. Read More


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Relationships can change your life AND your business. How we feel about ourselves, and how we show up professionally, is related to who we spend time with.
"You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with." Jim Rohn
After 8 years in my own mastermind group - The Billionaire Girls Club - I know first-hand how transformational cultivating these relationships can be. These women have introduced me to serious players, provided numerous opportunities from speaking to publishing, given me feedback, advice and have flat out told me the truth. They have helped me grow my business, been champions for my personal growth and have been a constant source of support.
This 3-month intimate Mastermind based on my Art of Leverage process identifies your greatest lever points, those little tweaks that can mean millions, and has helped companies launch products, drive huge awareness, increase their valuations and build their bottom lines. And, we've specifically designed the program for our entrepreneurs so that you can leverage your shared experiences to create true momentum.
The goal is to transform you to new heights, skyrocket your business and bring the possibility of exponential growth to the whole group.
By convening with this intimate group of leaders and using the Art of Leverage process you will get to:
Bring forth your highest self by mastering your biggest lever point, mindset - Own your identity and self-worth so that you can lead your business more consciously towards greatness
Infuse ease-and-grace into your business model - Get clear on how you monetize to drive the highest margins
Nail your positioning and most attractive message so that it resonates - Understand how to hook all of your stakeholders and get them to convert to your desired action
Step into Serving vs. Selling - Increase the value of your deals when you know how to truly serve your perfect partners
Benefit from your new extended network - Leverage the group's connections to get to the right people
Sow the seeds of serendipity - Draw from the wisdom of this intimate group of authentic female power players
Program Format:
- Each month dives into content, ideas and exercises from The Art of Leverage Process. We will cover these specific areas so that by the end of our time together, you'll be making your highest leverage moves. Whether that's locking in your perfect partners, getting a ton of awareness, converting people to customers, clients or users or closing your next round, we'll make sure you've got the goods to get there without falling into the urgency and scarcity mindset most startups and high growth companies unconsciously live by.
- See what's driving you and what's keeping you from your full potential
- Identify the defenses you run, your core beliefs, and how they're defining your business
- Reframe your not-useful thoughts so they default to only useful, on-the-road-to-success choices
- Get clear on how you want to be in relationship with your business and commit to the goals and operating instructions that will make it a healthy marriage. Let's face it, your business is probably who you spend the most time with so it's critical you set clear expectations about how you want to be in partnership.
Monetization and Partner Detection:
- Use the True Margin Calculator to visually see your real costs
- Use the Ease, Grace and Profits Test to maximize margins with the least amount of effort so that you get to be wildly successful and love your life
- Define your highest leverage revenue streams, targets and verticals
- Use the Partner Detector to identify who can get you traction quickest
Messaging and Serving to Sell:
- Utilize the Message Extraction process to cull what's in your head into content and marketing that gets immediate responses
- Use Simon's Golden Circle to clearly state your Founder's Why because that's what people buy - Your Why
- Choose your top stakeholders and Know Their Why better than they know themselves
- Uncover the perfect language so you can paint their nightmare and sell their specific dream
- Serve rather than Sell - partner with only the people you know you can bring value to because you are the missing piece of their puzzle
- Focus on starting life-long relationships rather than just closing deals
- 90 minute weekly group sessions for three months
- Sessions will be an equal mix of content and interaction so that there is time for collaboration, reflection and integration of the prior learning
- Sessions will be hosted on Zoom at 1 PM MTN, 3PM EST on Tuesdays starting on July 7th, 2015
- Custom exercises, content and tools to help you make bold moves
- Group recordings of all sessions (in case you can't make the calls for future reference)
- Ongoing opportunities to participate in "Art of Leverage" forums
- In addition, you'll get resource lists, checklists, and other curated content
- Commitment - showing up to every meeting benefits both you and the group as we want your contribution. That said, we know that playing at your level means you're in constant demand. That's why you'll have access to the recordings of anything you missed
- Full participation - this mastermind is for players who are all in
- Willingness to really own your shit - only when you are open to seeing your blocks can we remove the limiting beliefs that are keeping you from your full potential
- Honesty and Understanding - being an entrepreneur is hard and everyone's greatest gains come when we truly address the areas where we need guidance
- A desire to supercharge your personal value and the value of your organization
- Serious focus on traction, bottom line or whatever will show real momentum in your organization - our goal is to apply leverage to truly catapult your business
Dates - Tuesday July 7th, 2015 until September 22nd 2015
The Art of Leverage Mastermind is normally $2747 for the All In! up front payment and $999 a month for the 3 payment plan. We've created discounted versions specifically for the Women Grow network. Please enter the code you received at checkout.
If you're over exhausting the limited resources you have and if you're ready to make the quantum shifts that mastering mindset and using leverage in your business brings, then this is the foundation that will set you up for your ultimate definition of success.
You know, you're obviously really serious about scaling your business and making the largest impact you can and I just want to acknowledge you for that.
Most people never take the time to educate themselves the way you have. You're online, you're reading this, and you really have the commitment and determination to do this now. That's why you're perfect for The Art of Leverage Mastermind. It's specifically for women like you who want to remove the blocks that are holding them back and leapfrog the time it takes to scale a large business by optimizing their time, energy and resources.
If you think this is a good fit then...
BTW- Everything is covered by our iron-clad, no questions asked, of course I'll-still-love-you-forever money-back 30-day guarantee. If The Art of Leverage mastermind is not a fit for you for any reason, simply let us know and you'll get a "no hard feelings" refund!
*If the timing presents a conflict with your schedule yet you are interested in participating, let us know by writing to firstname.lastname@example.com.


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At Frank Vogler and Sons, we have provided funeral and cremation services to families in Clemmons, North Carolina, Forsyth County and the surrounding Winston-Salem community since 1858. We offer a variety of ways to memorialize your loved one, ranging from traditional options to contemporary services.
- Recently renovated
- Large capacity chapel up to 250
- Piano/Organ on site
- Pet-friendly
- Catered events
- Arrangements by phone and email
- Tribute video production
- Audio and video equipment
- Popular music selections
- Intimate reception area
- Police escort available
- Cemetery flower delivery
- Onsite crematory
- Cremation remembrance jewelry
- Option for home delivery of ashes
- Option for mail delivery of ashes
- Scattering assistance
- English
Recent Obituaries
Well-appointed funeral home facility
Whether you prefer a small, intimate gathering, a large, over-the-top extravaganza or something in between, our spacious and versatile funeral home facility can serve your needs. Our visitation rooms and family gathering areas are designed for smaller affairs while our spacious chapel with pew-style seating can accommodate a large group of people for funeral or memorial services. For families who choose cremation, we own and operate an on-site crematory.
Personalized service
Every person's life is unique and at Frank Vogler and Sons, we firmly believe that the things that make a person unique should be celebrated. We strive to create memorable tributes that celebrate a loved one's passions and personality. Hit the links every weekend? We can create a golf-themed event. Does everyone rave about your secret barbecue sauce recipe? We can host a catered event in our facility and give every guest a bottle of the sauce. There are thousands of ways to celebrate a loved one's life, so let us help you create a singular celebration.
Committed to serving you
We are honored to be part of the Dignity Memorial® network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers, and we are committed to providing you with compassionate, professional and personal service.
Visit us
We invite you to visit us at 2849 Middlebrook Drive in Clemmons to meet our associates and tour our beautiful funeral home facility. Please give us a call for any reason. Frank Vogler and Sons is here to serve you.
Since 1858, Frank Vogler and Sons has been recognized for its excellence as a leader in funeral service. Our funeral home was established by Alexander Christopher Vogler, whose great-grandfather settled in North Carolina in 1770 after emigrating from Germany.
Our funeral firm has been an important part of the Winston-Salem community for more than a century, and we stand ready to serve many more generations of families.
"Mile has been amazing through this entire event!"
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May 2019
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December 2018
"Having no prior knowledge of this location, i was very impressed with the facility and especially the staff."
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October 2018
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Can you tell us what you would like other young people to take away from this story?
That one should not disregard people who are close. One should give attention to them, respect their time, value them without any privileges. Without paying your attention to one person, just because this person is your boyfriend and you're supposed to give him all your life because you love him, and all your time, despite the fact that right now you want to be with your friend.
What did you enjoy about this project?
It is like you feel this atmosphere, and you can stand in someone's shoes, someone whose story you are watching… And it is interesting, how another person shows emotions with video, pictures, and music.
Do you feel you contributed something to other young women?
I hope so… or maybe they just can laugh, and someone will realize that maybe such things are unpleasant not only for me, but also for other people.


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I am very excited to announce that Stefano Marras (IMC, Italy) and myself are organising a session for the next Society for Experimental Biology conference (04 - 07 July 2016, Brighton, UK) entitled, "The Role of Individual Variation in the Behaviour of Animal Groups". I think this will be an incredibly interesting symposium as there is exciting work on social behaviours being performed in almost every animal taxa. We welcome any submissions for talks or posters that consider how individual variation in either behaviour or physiology interacts with the functioning of animal groups. This can include fish schools, bird flocks, insect swarms or nests, mammalian huddling - anything. We particularly welcome submission from students and early career researchers. Submit your abstract here!
So far our confirmed invited speakers include:
- Ashley Ward (University of Sydney) "From Individuals to Groups: How Behaviour and Physiology Shape Collective Behaviour"
- Susanne Shultz (University of Manchester ) "Population variation in mountain zebra social networks: individuals, demography and ecology impact on structure"
- Steve Portugal (Royal Holloway University of London) "The good, the bad, and the ugly: Who is really benefiting from moving in groups?"
- Audrey Dussutour (CNRS, Université Paul Sabatier) "Ant nutrition: from individual needs to collective decision"
- Andrew King (University of Swansea) "Heterogeneity in animal collectives"
Here is the symposium blurb:
"Individuals within species show tremendous variation in physiological and behavioural traits. Over the last decade there has been a surge of interest in the ecological and evolutionary importance of this diversity, but the vast majority of this work has been performed on isolated animals. In reality, however, most animals - from insects to mammals - do not live in a vacuum, but instead live within complex social structures. Social influences may override links between traits that exist in solitary animals. Conversely, an individual's standing within a group may be an important factor generating intraspecific variation. Overall, relationships between individual variation and group behaviours will have an important influence on social hierarchies, group migrations, the spatial distribution of phenotypes, and evolutionary trajectories. In particular, the role of individual physiological traits associated with energy metabolism, endocrine status, and sensory physiology are only beginning to be recognised. Without a full understanding of the genetic and mechanistic underpinnings of group behaviours, we cannot possibly predict how animal groups will respond to aspects of environmental change. The recent research focus on intraspecific variability has revealed important insights into physiological and behavioural ecology, but current work is now extending the paradigm to include the physiology and behaviour of animal groups. This session will bring together researchers in this emerging field to exchange ideas and present work at the frontier of our understanding of the role that individual variation plays in the collective animal behaviour."


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Pistacchio di Bronte
The city of Bronte is perched at the top of slope of volcanic rock, located about half a mile northeast of Etna. The Arabs, who once controlled the region, are responsible for bringing pistachio trees to Sicily from the Middle East. Still today the Sicilian word for pistachio is frastuca, from the Arab fustuq, and frastucara reffers to a forest of pistachio trees.
Pistacchio di Bronte
Sicily is the only place in Italy where pistachios are grown, and have become quite expensive due to their limited production. Pistachio cultivation in Sicily is laborious work. The trees only bear fruit every two years and are planted in areas that prevent the use of machines to harvest the fruit. The intense, full flavor and grassy aroma of Bronte pistachios comes from the mineral rich soil and the Sicilian sun and air. The pistachios have a high concentration of vitamins and protein.
Bronte pistachios are an essential ingredient in many Sicilian desserts. The pistachios are used whole or as a paste to make torroni, cassate and gelato. They are also added to various cured meats like sausages and mortadella, and chicken galantine.
In the library:
G. Baroni, Del pistacchio: memoria letta all'Accademia dei Georgofili di Firenze…, Firenze, s.n., 1841;
G. LEONE, La coltivazione del pistacchio, Caltanisetta, Tip. Paruzzo, 1969;
I. Pellegrino Faro, L'oro verde di Sicilia: percorsi storico–gastronomici sul Pistacchio, Enna, Il lunario, 2007.


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General & Preventive Dentistry
We're Here to Help You Keep Your Smile for Years to Come
Comprehensive Exams
During your first visit to our office, you will receive a comprehensive examination that will include x-rays, gum disease and oral cancer screenings, as well as a personalized cleaning. Dr. Jack will evaluate your smile and go over all of the available options for care. In fact, you will become part of your own healthcare team as we review your findings, present the options, and determine the best set of treatments for your dental health.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Did you know that everyone is at some risk for mouth cancers? Even if you've avoided high-risk behaviors like smoking and drinking, there is still a chance that you may develop oral cancer. During your checkup, we will perform both visual and manual examinations to search for any signs of abnormality. As with any medical condition, early detection is the best way to minimize the health risks associated with oral cancer.
X-Rays & Diagnostic Tools
In order to properly care for your oral health, we need to know what's going on in your mouth, even in the places our eyes can't see. We use a variety of x-rays to ensure that we have a thorough understanding of all parts of your mouth. We offer several options including digital and panoramic x-rays. Digital x-rays use much less radiation than the traditional method, and panoramic x-rays let us take a look at the entire mouth and locate issues in the jaw before they become a problem.
We also use intraoral imaging to take pictures of the inside of your mouth for improved diagnosis. These images help us see at angles that a traditional examination would not allow and help you understand your treatment recommendations better than ever.
There are some cavities that are hard to locate with the naked eye. To catch these small cavities early, we use a technology called DIAGNOdent. This device uses lasers to detect cavities too small for standard methods of detection.
We employ the deep cleaning Piezo ultrasonic scaler at every hygiene appointment. The Piezo is an ultrasonic device that uses high-speed sound waves to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria. You'll be impressed by how clean your teeth can be.
Periodontal Therapy
It's easy to assume that your gums are perfectly healthy when there are no symptoms of ill health. However, gum disease (periodontitis) can be present long before the symptoms are noticeable. Many adults suffer from some form of gum disease and this disease can have negative health effects far beyond the toll it takes on your smile.
We use techniques called scaling and root planing to manually remove tartar buildup on the roots of your teeth. This cleaning, combined with an in-office antibiotic treatment, will stop the process of gum disease and allow your gums to heal.
Fluoride Treatments
There's fluoride in your water supply. There's fluoride in your toothpaste. Would you actually believe it's possible that you're still not getting enough fluoride? This mineral strengthens the enamel of the teeth and makes it harder for cavities to form. We offer fluoride treatments to children at every visit and to adults when needed to give your teeth an extra edge in the fight against tooth decay and even help stop sensitivity.
If you've ever used a sports mouthguard, we don't have to tell you how uncomfortable they can be. They never quite fit perfectly and this can even lead to pain. At Weiss Dental, we will custom form a mouthguard specifically for your mouth. This will not just be more comfortable, it will be more effective! Keep your teeth intact and reduce the risk of injuries like concussion with a custom sports mouthguard.
Are you sick of waking up tired and sore after a long night of grinding and clenching your teeth? We can custom fit a mouthguard to prevent the damage caused by nighttime grinding. This can also help prevent pain in the jaw and elsewhere by cushioning the teeth.
Sedation Dentistry
For those procedures that require anesthesia, such as extractions and root canals, we offer nitrous oxide to keep you pain free. This is particularly helpful for those patients who are less than fond of needles.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that affects millions of people, many of whom don't even know they have it. This disorder is caused when there is an obstruction of the airway. Because of that obstruction, sufferers will stop breathing for several seconds to minutes during sleep, often hundreds of times a night. CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) devices are often used as a solution to this problem, however, they can be bulky and uncomfortable. We offer the TAP and Somnodent devices as an alternative. These high-tech mouthguards are designed to keep your airways open without the need for a full face mask. As an added bonus, these mouthguards protect against the effects of teeth grinding as well!
Emergency Care
We understand how crucial it is to receive timely care when there is a dental emergency. In most emergency situations, we are able to get you in to see Dr. Jack the same day. We'll do whatever is necessary to solve your dental emergency.


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Step into a world full of gunslingers and ghosts in Dead and Buried. Grab your Touch controllers and become the best gunslinger in the wild west in this multiplayer action shooter. Battle it out in the old saloon. Rob a runaway train. Team up with other bandits and defend against hordes of ghastly creatures. Finally, you can live out your wild west fantasies thanks to virtual reality. We teamed up with Oculus Studios to deliver this one of a kind VR experience! Offering 5 unique game play modes!
Shootout – Test your aim against online opponents in 1 vs. 1 or 2 vs. 2! Utilize six-shooters, dynamite, rifles and more to take out the other team!
Quickdraw – Prove you're the fastest draw in the west! 1 vs. 1 for 4 players!
Horde – Battle waves of creatures with your friends in 4-player coop mode! Defeat bosses that require planning and different strategies to defeat!
Robbery – Play the cops or the robbers! Push the bad guys back and jail them or push the good guys back and steal the loot!
Target Range – Improve your gunslinger skills and go for the high score!
Platform: PC/Oculus
Available Exclusively through the Oculus Home Store
DEAD AND BURIED is available now!


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I'm Lindsey. I am a proud team member of Zazou because not only do I get to come to work and do what I love, but I also get to surround myself with people who inspire me. I chose Zazou because it's a great place to work and the staff/friends here are awesome! In 2006, I graduated from Marvel Hair Academy in Ontario and then decided to further my education at Zazou through the apprenticeship program. Since then, I have taken many courses and classes over the years. Some include courses in Germany and France, the La Biosthetique Master Colourist Program, Great Lengths Hair Extensions program, and countless advanced colour and cut classes. Moving to Vancouver was the best move I could have made as I now work with the greatest team (well actually, more like family). I love to make other people laugh, smile, and be happy. That's one big reason I chose to be in the hair industry; to make people feel good about themselves, and confident in how they look.
My strengths and passions for the services I love!
I love working with long hair, blondes, bobs, high-lights, short women's cuts.
Shopping, travelling, dancing, music, and board games.
Favourite Food:
I'll try just about anything once!
Favourite Music:
Anything I can dance to! Country has even grown on me!
Favourite Drink:
Any great red wine.
Favourite Movie:
The Sound of Music & The Goonies
Favourite Colour:
Pink and Sparkly
Zodiac Sign:
Leo. Natural born leader, which explains why I am usually the first person on the dance floor.
I loved the hairstylist who did my hair! She was very product knowledgeable . I received great service from her. I loved my hair cut.
I had Lindsey for a hair cut and she really listened to me & went beyond my expectations with the cut. I am really happy with it….she did an amazing job!!
Lindsey was great – personable, knowledgeable, and made me feel at ease.
I've found my new hair home!
After my stylist of 8 years moved away, I was distressed at finding a new "blonde" colour expert.
I viewed your website, saw Lindsey's bio & knew she was the perfect match for me and my hair. I dropped into the salon and Wakana assisted me. Without letting her know whom I preferred, I described my needs and she too suggested Lindsey.
Lindsey was AWESOME! She consulted with me first to discuss my needs, listened and as a result got my colour PERFECT!!! I'm delighted!
Having taught guest service at a major hotel chain & worked at a top spa on the North Shore, I am totally impressed with the quality of service, cleanliness, talent & professionalism at Zazou!
Lindsey was wonderful! I love my colour and cut. I love the products she recommended."


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Every creature has its own destiny to fulfill.
The path set for it is pre-determined by the universe.
it will desperately strive to blend in the groups that are out of its league,
but in vain.
Destiny will sometimes let it try and have some experience from those groups.
But in the end,
it will be reset to its own league,
living back to its own world.
How marvellous!
You will know it when you get what it takes,
luck will never be your side, not even occasionally.


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In the BABOK v3 4.1.6, estimation is listed as a elicitation technique and I seemed to struggle with that concept initially. As I was staring at this line item, I thought that I might as well build a narrative to help fulfill my daily word count writing goal. So here goes ...
Estimation is one of the most flawed concepts in project management, particularly in software development. You have a better chance of bumping into "Big Foot" at the local Starbucks than find a project with a set of estimates that reflect what actually happens. Overall, you just need to assume that along the way you will loose ground on some tasks, gain ground on others and it will all work out in the end. If you have a project manager that is actually maintaining a project schedule, estimation could be a way to trigger a discussion about a task. It can be an indicator that an issue that needs to be resolved requires team attention.
Regardless of how you feel about the cost-benefits of estimation, it seems to be a bit of a leap to include that as a method to "draw forth" requirements. I was prepared to write on and on about this anomaly until I remembered a time in which I used a planning poker session as a team building exercise. I could care less about what the estimates were that came out of that session. I just wanted to get a few silos in a room collaborating in a fun exercise and build a framework for ongoing shared understanding about the project requirements.
I was stunned by how many hidden requirements came out of those sessions. As people began to defend their too low or too high estimates, all kinds of goodies came spilling out. Not just requirements, but also business rules, unidentified stakeholders, risks and a wealth of overall tacit knowledge.
So yeah, I'm onboard with elicitation being included as an effective elicitation technique. Still not a big fan of estimates though, just saying (grin)!
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Love in the Afternoon
Through the love stories of all of her siblings in Lisa Kleypas' Hathaway series, I never stopped thinking of Beatrix as the 'baby' of the family, so much so that I hoped that Love in the Afternoon would be set at least five years after Married by Morning, the preceding story about Leo and Catherine. Because I figured by then, Beatrix would have grown up some. When this story opens, Beatrix Hathaway is still the Dr Doolittle of her family, but she's most definitely no longer childlike in her relationship with Captain Christopher Phelan. From start to end, Kleypas portrays them as partners who contribute equally to the lives of each other.
I think Love in the Afternoon is the most pure and sweet of the Hathaway love stories. I believed fully in their compatibility and their love and I liked both characters individually. However, niggling issues kept me from a complete immersion in their romance.
Before the Crimean War, Christopher was a smooth-talking handsome devil who had life easy as a second son and was well above Beatrix in the social standing. He viewed her as a barely tolerable oddity in as much as he viewed or thought about her at all. At war however, Christopher was drawn into the Rifles due to superior shooting skills and over a year of battle changes him. All that keeps him going are the letters from Prudence, a girl in his village who surprises him with insight and wit which belie her flighty exterior.
Of course, it's not Prudence who's been writing those letters, but Prudence's friend Beatrix. The letters, which take up the first quarter of the novel, are really touching. The events Christopher chose to write about in a few short paragraphs brought alive aspects of war beyond combat which resonated with me. Intertwined with these snapshots of a life at war is the growth of their relationship. I was totally engrossed in their love story and couldn't wait for it to play out off of paper and into real life.
When Christopher returns home he is desperate for Prudence but it's the odd Beatrix who occupies his thoughts despite his better judgment. She is beautiful and intelligent and there is an attraction there. Worse yet, when he finally meets Prudence it doesn't take him long to realise she's not the author of his love letters. He's understandably angry, but still, this is where the story went slightly off the rails for me.
Christopher treasures those letters as they helped him through over a year of war. But now that he realises the flighty flirt Prudence is not the author, he feels betrayal rather than relief, and plans to wreak revenge on the letter writer. His plan (never explained to us, undoubtedly because there could be no rational explanation) is to court Prudence and make the real author of the letters (the self-admitted love of his life) pay. This sort of drama queen response is out of character for Christopher. Thankfully it didn't last long but that it was there at all spoiled my (up to that point) complete enjoyment of the book.
In addition, though Prudence is described as shallow as a puddle, she didn't deserve to be lead on by him as she did. He gained nothing but good from those letters and though she should not have deceived him, he'd already decided they wouldn't suit. So in fact, her conspiring had done him a big favor. Also, I never understood why Beatrix and Prudence had ever been friends in the first place. I really pine after antagonists who aren't meanies. If Prudence had been a good friend, but just not the love of Christopher's life, to think of how much more emotional intricacies would have been played out under the pen of Lisa Kleypas, well I tingle. The story would have been meatier and better for it. Not that I'm telling Ms. Kleypas how to plot a story. I'm just sayin'…
Another issue I had with Love in the Afternoon was the issue of control and possession. In the early stages, Beatrix says that she "…wanted to be passionately loved… challenged… overtaken." I wasn't sure how to take the meaning of 'overtaken' but thought I would see it played out as the story progressed. What I did see was Christopher showing some questionable sexual gamesmanship over Beatrix. Since she's aroused, not appalled, I'm thinking she got her 'overtaken' catered to but I didn't appreciate it. Christopher, on the search for his letter writer kisses Beatrix and then demands:
"Tell me what you know…or I'll do worse than this. I'll take you here and now. Is that what you want?"
Beatrix's response was to think, "As a matter of fact…"; my response was to think 'Oh hell no". It's a line I always straddle with romance when there are dominant heroes. I know they either love or are soon going to love these women they play sexual games with, but did they know at the time? Or am I to accept that their subconscious knew and that's why they do these things, only as a reason to get to do what they really want to do out of love, not as a power struggle? It was only when I resolved to believe that what Christopher was really saying was: "If you tell me what you know, that it was you who wrote those letters, I'll take you here and now like you want and I want" that I settled in for a nice scene. But I had to come around to that frame of mind and again it jerked me out of the story.
But for all my complaints, when Christopher gets the truth out of Beatrix it's a scene that is as pure and sweet as their entire relationship. In fact, there were so many great parts to the story that showed their love, that this book could have been short and sweet. But it kept on going. There were two occasions where I felt 'The End' was in order but I got more bang for the buck. The last extension of their story involved a side plot linked to Christopher's time at war. The subplot aided in him resolving an issue that was affecting his relationship with Beatrix but – again, not telling Ms Kleypas how to do what she does well – it would have been nice if he could have resolved it with his own internal strength, Beatrix's tender, loving care and the passage of time.
My issues with Love in the Afternoon are minor when set against the entire novel. However, they become more important if I were to reflect on this story's place amongst my favourites – either from Kleypas or the romance canon as a whole. My verdict is that it wouldn't make it into my rucksack were I headed for an extended stay on a desert island, but it's a definite re-read and a high quality romance story.
Buy it at Amazon/Apple Books/Barnes and Noble/Kobo
Book Details
|Abi Bishop
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|June 22, 2010
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|European Historical Romance
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|Hathaways series | Top 100 Romance


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In 2002, researchers from the Brookings Institution and the Progressive Policy Institute (PPI) wrote a groundbreaking study entitled "The Price of Paying Taxes: How Tax Preparation and Refund Loan Fees Erode the Benefits of the EITC." This report was one of the first to highlight the costly dependence of low-wage workers on national tax preparation chains. The study found that tax preparation and other services cost eligible workers an estimated $1.75 billion in Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) refunds; that paid preparer services tended to cluster in low-income neighborhoods where large numbers of families claim the tax credit; and, that EITC recipients in Washington, D.C. paid, on average, 10 percent of their tax credit refund to paid preparers.
Subsequent studies by the federal government as well as private researchers have reaffirmed several of the findings from the Brookings and PPI research, while also highlighting other problematic aspects of storefront tax preparers. These include significant error rates on filings and a heavy reliance on EITC filings to generate revenue. Since the "Price of Paying Taxes" study appeared, the practice of charging exorbitant extra fees for filing EITC forms with returns has persisted and grown.
As a longtime advocate for making work pay—PPI called for dramatically expanding the EITC in its very first policy report in 1989—the Institute decided to revisit the 2002 study and take a fresh look at what it costs low-income workers to file tax returns. Our 2016 update yields three major conclusions:
- Workers eligible for the EITC continue to spend large sums—averaging around $400—at national tax preparation chains. In a recent survey of storefront operations in Baltimore and Washington, D.C. we found that low-income taxpayers can expect to spend between 13 and 22 percent of the average EITC refund to file their taxes.
- National tax preparer chains continue to target EITC filers by locating in areas where the largest numbers of EITC claims are made. Zip codes with the highest level of EITC filers have approximately 75 percent more tax preparers, formally referred to as Electronic Return Originators or EROs, per filer than moderate-EITC zip codes. Large tax preparer chains tend to cluster in high-EITC zip codes.
- Government studies as well as those by nonprofit organizations consistently show a high error rate for returns filed on behalf of EITC beneficiaries by paid tax preparers. Two studies by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found an error rate of 89 and 94 percent respectively. And last year the head of the GAO stated that in an analysis of IRS data, an estimated "60 percent of returns prepared by preparers contained errors."
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MSP Mag Review: Master Class is Masterful and Classy/
MSP Mag Tad Simons
If you are any kind of theater buff, by now you've heard that Theatre Latte Da's production of Terrence McNally's Master Class, starring Sally Wingert as the legendary opera diva Maria Callas, has been extended through November 9.
"Popular demand" is always the reason given for such extensions, but the reasons for the demand in this case are twofold: First and foremost is Sally Wingert's stellar performance as Callas, arguably the most influential opera singer of the 20th century; second is the crafty way in which the play makes opera accessible by linking it to other modes of artistic expression in general.
Master Class is based on a series of seminars Callas gave at Juilliard in 1971. For an extra layer of verisimilitude, the play is being staged in MacPhail Center for Music's Antonello Hall, where similar classes are given to the students at MacPhail. In a "master class," a guest artist is invited to observe several students—typically the best ones, hand-picked by their teachers—and offer a critique. Some artists are very good at these classes, doling out praise and guidance in equal measure, with firm but supportive advice for the students, and a generosity of spirit that leaves everyone feeling inspired.
Wingert's Callas is not one of these teachers.
Callas is there reluctantly. It's clear she thinks doing such classes is a bit beneath her. Furthermore, she doesn't quite know how to communicate what she knows about the art of singing—at least not in the technical sense. But this inability to talk about music and opera in ways that other people understand them is what propels the play forward. In trying to explain what she means when she declares, "It's all in the music!," the play peels back the layers of Callas's psyche to reveal her inner struggle as an artist and human being. Yes, the dialogue is about music, but it is more importantly about art and life. All the advice that Callas gives can be applied to other types of art, because what she is really talking about is total and utter commitment to the work—the sort of commitment that great artists have and others don't—as well as the rewards and sacrifices of a life subsumed by art.
No doubt true opera fans will have a few bones to pick about how Wingert portrays Callas, but the rest of us are free to simply enjoy it. During the lessons, Wingert's Callas is a hilariously caustic scold who belittles the students (her "victims") with matter-of-fact observations about their dress and manner. She confuses the students by appearing to be more concerned about how they enter the stage and hold their hands than she is about how they use their voice. But there is method in her madness, because, as she explains, "anyone can sing the notes"—the hard part is finding the connective tissue between the notes, the composer, and historical lineage of artistry that led to the moment of the music's creation—when the composer was, for all intents and purposes, "god."
Wingert's performance isn't all barbs and laughs, though. In the quieter, more reflective moments of the play, she channels Callas's fragility—particularly later in life, when her voice was declining and her romance with Aristotle Onassis was falling apart—and reveals the sensitivity and vulnerability beneath the larger-than-life bombast of the diva.
Another factor that makes Master Class well worth seeing (if you can get a ticket) is that the actual music sung by the students is excellent and moving all on its own. Kira Lace Hawkins, Kelsey Stark D'Emilio, and Benjamin Dutcher all deliver exquisite mini performances that are all the more engaging because one rarely gets to hear actual opera singers so up close and personal, in a space as acoustically perfect as MacPhail's Antonello Hall. Director Peter Rothstein must be credited for this added layer of magic, proving once again that his genius with musical material is apparent no matter how large or small the stage.


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This job is made for me
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 11, 2008
"Chocolate pearls have turned from trend to uber-trend," says Jeremy Shepherd, the Los Angeles pearl expert who is introducing a newly-acquired collection "that will level the playing field in pricing these exotic bronze beauties."
"Chocolate pearls have been riding the popularity wave for the past year but that status only worked for people who could afford the big price tag." says Shepherd, who owns PearlParadise.com. Inc., the world's largest online pearl company. (http://www.pearlparadise.com) "We've changed that."
With this collection, Shepherd says he has evened the stakes on AAA-rated Tahitian and freshwater chocolate pearls and is selling them for less than half "of what the Tiffany crowd is getting."
The former Northwest Airlines flight attendant who 12 years ago turned a $25 string of pearls bought in a Beijing market between flights into a mega Internet pearl company "my competitors love to hate," says owning his own pearl farm and cutting out the middlemen is the reason he can sell the high-quality pearls for up to 80-percent off retail.
How did Shepherd land in the exceptional position of negotiating pearl deals in another language with business owners who live a world away in a culture so different from his own?
Living in Japan as a child and having to learn the language had something to do with it, he says. It also didn't hurt that he later took the time to study the Mandarin Chinese dialect and obtain a business degree. "This job is made for me," he says. "I love selling exotic gems like AAA-quality chocolate pearls at prices no one expects. We sell pearls to everyone from college guys who want a beautiful gift for their girlfriends to movie stars who can afford to shop anywhere."
Exactly what are chocolate pearls?
"Think of them as pearls that have undergone a hip, high-fashion makeover. Freshwater and Tahitian pearls are treated with a proprietary, pigment-altering heating process, or organic dyeing process, that transforms them into a lustrous, iridescent chocolate color. Chocolate pearls," says Shepherd, "are born where human intervention meets nature's pearl-bearing oysters."
Who wears chocolate pearls?
"They're a real favorite among women with a fashion-forward sensibility, women who enjoy dressing with an unpredictable flair," he says. "One customer put it this way: 'This is not my grandmother's pearl necklace.'"
"Still," says Shepherd, "women who've always worn classically-colored pearls also love chocolate pearls -- just because they're beautiful." The fact that clothing designers continue to show earth tones year-after-year is another reason chocolate pearls are attracting attention. "They are a perfect match for what women are wearing today," he says.
Shepherd, whose pearls recently showed up in Oscar winners' gift bags, is no stranger to celebrity, himself. He and his pearls -- and the discount prices he sells them for -- have been chronicled in dozens of publications including:
- "USA Today"
- "The New York Times"
- "The Wall Street Journal"
- "Entrepreneur"
- "Modern Bride"
- "InStyle"
For more information about chocolate pearls and other pearl jewelry, shop online at http://www.pearlparadise.com, or call Shepherd's Los Angeles storefront location to speak with him or one of his pearl specialists, at (310) 474-8788.


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Youth Development Service
Youth Employment and Training Programme (YETP)
1. Objectives:
With the concerted efforts of the Labour Department, employers and service providers, the Youth Employment and Training Programme (YETP) provides a comprehensive platform of job search with one-stop and diversified pre-employment and on-the-job training for young school leavers aged 15 to 24 with educational attainment at sub-degree or below level. This programme enables young people to better understand themselves and their work aptitudes while enriching their job skills and experience so as to enhance employability.
2. Contents
2.1 Case Management Services:
Trainees are provided with personalised career guidance, job search assistance, training and post-employment support by professional social workers in the form of 12 months' case management services.
2.2 Pre-employment training
- Core Course: Job-search and Interpersonal Skills Training
- Elective Courses: Discipline and Motivation Training/ Computer Application Training/Job-specific Skills Training
- One-month workplace attachment training
3. On-the-job Training
- Trainees are engaged as employees under on-the-job training of 6 to 12 months with salary.
- Trainees may enroll in relevant vocational courses and apply for reimbursement of course and examination fee
Objectives-Employers will provide internship opportunities to students to enrich their knowledge of the profession and improve their interpersonal skills -Students will have a better sense of their career paths through the training-Employers will employ students and provide them with on-the-job training to increase their technical skills and experience -Raise their competitiveness in the job market and assist them in choosing a career direction
|Workplace attachment training
|On-the-job training
|Training Period
|1 month
|3-12 months (depending on job nature)
|Are students employed during this period?
|Do students get allowance during this period?
-YETP will reimburse HKD 3,000 as internship allowance
to students who successfully finish the program
-Students are employed and can receive wages of up to HKD 6,000 per month
(Note: Once approved by the YEPT office, students can apply for training reimbursement of up to HKD 3,000)
|Student training arrangement
|Internship completion arrangement
*YETP office will reserve the final decision on approving applications regarding training reimbursement.
4. Course contents:
Core Course – Job-search and Interpersonal Skills Training
Upon completion of initial assessment, trainees aged 15 to 19 who join YETP for the first time are required to complete a 48-hour Core Course on "Job-search and Interpersonal Skills". The purpose is to equip trainees with basic knowledge and application skills on career planning, interpersonal skills, job search methods, etc.
Trainees aged 20 to 24 or those who had participated in the Programme before may also enrol on this course on case managers' recommendation after initial assessment.
Elective Courses
Trainees may attend a maximum of 5 elective courses:
|Discipline and Motivation Training
|Underpinned by outdoor activities and physical training,
the course aims to build up trainees' self-esteem, self-confidence,
self-discipline, leadership and team building skills, as well as to cultivate their positive thinking.
Training period: 80 hours or above
|Computer Application Training
|The course mainly focuses on common office computer software,
Chinese input methods, software for internet or graphic presentation
and basic computer programming, etc.
Training period: 80 hours or above
|Class (4) to (27)
|Job-specific Skills Training
|A wide range of job-specific skills training courses catering for the
prevailing needs of the employment market are offered, with a view to
enhancing the job skills of the trainees.
Training period: 120 hours or above
(include 6 to 24 hours of language training in work setting)
Case Management Services
Under the Youth Employment and Training Programme (YETP), trainees are provided with personalised career guidance, job search assistance, training and post-employment support by professional social workers in the form of 12 months' case management services.
Upon expiry of the first 12 months' case management services, trainees who have secured employment may receive extended case management services for another 12 months, so as to better assist them to settle in their jobs, overcome problems at workplaces and pursue further learning and skills upgrading opportunities
5. Latest News
"YETP Stars 2016"
Lau Pui Man, Jessica, our alumni, was honoured to be one of the YETP stars.
Jessica was a college graduate before joining the programme. She didn't know much about the working environment, and had no single concept about the hotel industry and its operations. She joined the YETP through a career expo and was successfully employed as hotel trainee. This marked a new page of her life.
During her on-job training and with the support from her colleagues, Jessica developed an interest in the hotel industry. Through her work she became more mature and became devoted to reach her potentials and train her performance at work. Jessica worked at two different restaurants and showed her ability to adapt to new environment. She also demonstrated her leadership skills and knowledge while leading a new part-time staff. Jessica's outstanding performance is well recognised by her supervisor and colleagues, and has made her excel and stand out from 500 employees at the entire company. She was later interviewed and represented the company for a cover story about the hotel industry in a recruitment magazine.
Follow link for a video to learn more about Jessica's story, Who knows? You might find yourself on the same path!
Related pages: http://app4.rthk.hk/special/solar2016/youth.php?Aid=42
The ten YETP rising stars this year all have different ways to pursue their dreams. Through their persistence and bravery, they have developed a blueprint to map out their goals. This year, YETP has also collaborated with Solar Project to hold a music concert to celebrate their successes and to encourage others to pursue their dreams. Are you ready to achieve your own dreams?
Related pages: http://www.yes.labour.gov.hk/ypyt/mit2016/tc/index.htm
Recruitment Day/ Youth activities/ on-the-job training opportunities: http://www.yes.labour.gov.hk/ypyt/home.aspx
Event Highlights
1. Career Visit 2017 - Act Plus Education Foundation
1) What is the admission requirement?
Young school leavers aged 15 to 24 with educational attainment at sub-degree or below level are welcome to join the programme.
2) How much does it cost to enroll YETP?
Admission is free.
3) Is there any lowest education attainment requirement, or admission test of any kind?
All young school leavers aged 15 to 24, holder of valid HKID card who are ready to enter into employment, are welcome to join the programme. We have no other admission restrictions.
4) How can I enroll on YETP?
You can apply in person at Christian Action centres in Choi Hung, Lam Ting, Mong Kok, Tsuen Wan, as well as YETP Offices, Job Centres of the Labour Department, Labour Department Employment in One-stop, Youth Employment Start, the Public Enquiry Service Centres of the Home Affairs Department, and the District Offices of the Social Welfare Department.
7. Enquiries:
Telephone: 2716 8702 / 2716 8703
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00-13:00 & 14:00-18:00
Saturday 9:00-13:00 ,excluding public holidays
How You Can Help:
Click to donate. Or visit Get Involved for creative ways to plug-in and help!


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text: This summer during my quiet time I've been reading through 1 & 2 Kings. Every time that I read through the different stories of the kings of Israel and Judah, the Holy Spirit reveals to me characteristics of God that I very much need to be reminded of. One of these lessons came while I was reading through 1 Kings chapter 20. In this chapter, the king of Israel at the time was Ahab, is at war against Syria and its king, Ben-hadad. During one of the battles in the mountains near Samaria, God gives Ahab and the Israelites victory over the Syrians. As Ben-hadad and his leaders are discussing what went wrong with the battle, and strategizing for revenge, they make the assumption that the reason for their loss was because they fought in the mountains and the God of Israel must be God of the mountains. Their solution is to fight the next battle in a valley at Aphek, a location farther north from Samaria and closer to Syria. Ben-hadad and his leaders are certain that this place much further away, and in a valley, is too far away for the God of Israel, and will be out of His area of influence. God sends word of Ben-hadad's plans to Ahab through a prophet, and in 1 Kings 20:28 the prophet says this to Ahab: "Thus says the LORD, 'Because the Syrians have said, "The LORD is a god of the hills but he is not a god of the valleys," therefore I will give all this great multitude into your hand, and you shall know that I am the LORD.'" I never doubt that God is all-knowing, all-powerful, and ever-present in His creation, but I do need to be reminded of these truths by the Holy Spirit. This simple response that God provides to the assumption that there are places where His people are more vulnerable and easier to conquer has been that reminder for me lately. Even though we are weak, and we certainly have plenty of low places in our lives where the enemy can drag us down and hope to defeat us, God calls out to us and tells us that there isn't a place that exists that is outside of His power and influence. He is at work just as much in the valleys of our lives as He is in the peaks, constantly working to make His name known among the nations.


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You're Too Skinny
One of the most common misconceptions about people who are "skinny" is that we don't eat, we have an eating disorder and that we're unhealthy. I was recently reminded by a fellow classmate about how much society judges you. In this case, I was responding to a class discussion and explaining why I was unable to meet my nutrition goals of adding more carbs and protein into my diet and the struggle to include more physical activity. A classmate replied back saying that I have an eating disorder and that I obviously don't take my health seriously since I wasn't trying hard enough. Naturally I was offended, vented to my best friends and boyfriend and proceeded to write a sarcastic Facebook status about the incident.
While I got some hilarious responses from my friends (the best one was "worst pick-up line"), I started thinking about how little things have changed over the years. People still make quick assumptions, judge and gawk at one another to only make negative conclusions without getting to know the other person. Body image issues are much more predominant in today's society with Instagram, Vine, Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr. People can argue that fashion bloggers also play a role, "telling" people how to dress and look. Someone even made a comment to me saying that "all bloggers are tall and skinny." First off, no - we are not and secondly, it is not our intention to tell you how to do anything. We blog outfit ideas and provide inspirations to encourage you to show off your own personal style. I personally scroll through Blogger and roam around at least 30 minutes each day, looking through different blogs. In fact, if you have a blog - I want to see it so leave it in the comments below!
I may still be bitter about the classmate's comment and yes, it is silly to let such a minor thing bother me but I realize this - how many readers know me anyways? How many people who flip through my Instagram actually click to the blog and more importantly, how many of us take the time to read the "About Me" page? In a world of fast-paced living, high speed internet, 6-second Vine videos and lack of face-to-face interaction (Facetime doesn't count), what options do we really have right?
So let me start over and introduce myself to you again:
My name is Lisa Linh. I'm a full-time social media and public relations coordinator for a lingerie manufacturer based in L.A. Yes, I work 40-hours a week while attending school part-time for my nursing requisites. I plan on enrolling into an accelerated BSN program by the end of next year. After work, I am either studying, writing blog posts, shooting my looks for the blog, cleaning my apartment, running errands or at a fashion event. I also have a wonderful, patient boyfriend who I also spend quality time with throughout the week.
I have an annual Disneyland pass and speed walking through both parks is my type of exercise. I sometimes hike and wish I had more time to, but the reality is that I'm juggling a lot already and will have to sacrifice things here and there to reach my goals. I have a fast metabolism, which runs in my family and I have no control over. I am not anorexic or bulimic or have any trouble eating. I love to eat specifically at buffets! My favorite is Bacchanal in Las Vegas. However, with my schedule it can be hard to remember to eat when you're busy crossing things off your to-do list and meeting deadlines.
In fact, I have plenty of body image insecurities. The number one thing I wish I had were boobs! Yeah I can get plastic surgery but I'm a wimp plus I can't afford it. But instead of focusing on what I'm lacking, I rather emphasize on what I do love about myself and I want to encourage everyone to do the same. LOVE YOURSELF. Love your curves, your petite frame, the freckles on your face, your long torso and every birth mark that makes you unique. What's the point of uploading shit to our social media accounts if it isn't to make us feel good. Don't do it to be Instagram famous. Do it for you, not the likes or the compliments because all that shit doesn't matter. What you see in yourself and how you feel is what's important.
If you made it to the bottom of this blog post, THANK YOU. I know it was long and filled with me bitching excessively but I really hope you got something from this. You're beautiful, you're loved and you are perfect "just the way you are" - says Bruno Mars.
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