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VICTORIAN RUMSON BEACH HOME - Rumson Beach, NJ
To describe this as a Beach house or a modern Victorian would both be accurate however it's the blending of the two design concepts that really brings this home to life.
Taking advantage of the high ceilings and original details of the home we kept most of the original molding, adding a clean wash of white paint to the trim and a new ebony floor. This created a fresh, elegant backdrop for a combination of modern and casual furnishings, which softens any Victorian formality and creates a relaxed, welcoming feel — perfect for returning from the beach just a few blocks away. A curated tonal palette of neutrals and blues throughout the house adds some vibrance to this soothing environment.
A sense of place and lifestyle is clearly reflected in the home's living spaces. The light-filled living room overlooks the wraparound porch and the garden, both of which feature outdoor living areas. The garden terrace seats dinner for ten and has a modern fireplace, making it the perfect spot for hosting a dinner party or enjoying a leisurely meal with friends and family.
Indoors, the gourmet kitchen opens to a family room, and the formal dining room overlooking the garden has been addressed more casually, to blend in with the relaxed feel of the house.
The modern master bedroom is enhanced by a fully renovated master bath with a clean, spa-like feel. The children's bedrooms have playful design elements scattered throughout—such as cloud pendant lights and modern platform beds, and the third floor offers a relaxing retreat for guests.


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In 1991, as an offshoot of ECPAT-International, ECPAT-USA became the first American non-profit to work on the issue of commercial sexual exploitation of children. ECPAT-USA started with sex tourism, helping to get legislation passed that ensured that Americans who traveled abroad to buy sex with minors could be prosecuted in the US for sexually exploiting children in other countries. Since then, ECPAT-USA has continued to be the primary national leader on protecting children from sexual exploitation.
ECPAT-USA was the first organization to advocate for U.S. Defense Department training to protect children from sexual exploitation. We succeeded in getting the first training in place in 1999.
ECPAT-USA published the first research projects about child trafficking in the United States, Prostituted Youth in New York City- An Overview in 2001 and International Trafficking of Children to New York City for Sexual Purposes in 2002.
ECPAT-USA developed the first local multi-stakeholder anti-trafficking project in New York City in partnership with IOFA. We launched the first federally funded human trafficking task force that became the model for federally funded human trafficking task forces across the country.
ECPAT-USA was the first to obtain the partnership of the hospitality industry in the United States in adopting the Tourism Child Protection Code of Conduct, when Carlson Companies signed it in 2004.
ECPAT-USA published the first report about the disparity in services available to foreign and U.S. victims of trafficking and exploited children, WHO IS THERE TO HELP US? How the System Fails Sexually Exploited Girls in the United States Examples from Four American Cities.
ECPAT-USA was the lead organization in providing information to the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child about how the United States government implements international treaties protecting children. Alternative Report 2007 and Alternative Report 2012.
For more than twenty-five years, policy makers, individuals, churches, and other organizations have looked to ECPAT-USA for leadership because of its groundbreaking work in protecting children from all form of commercial sexual exploitation

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The Hindu, Sunday Magazine, Oct 27, 2013
The appointment of Arundhati Bhattacharya as the head of State Bank of India should prompt a closer look at the financial restraints of millions of Indian women.
The fuss about the first woman to head the venerable State Bank of India (SBI) has subsided. Without doubt, it was an event worth noting, even if before Arundhati Bhattacharya got to that post, many other women had made it to the top position of several banks, both public and private.
There are, however, two different aspects of women and banks that are far more relevant than the ascendancy of one or several women to the top ranks.
One is the rather obvious issue of why so few women still break through the glass ceiling in India. The women professionals who have succeeded are still the exceptions. For every one of them, there are many who were pushed out, pushed down or voluntarily gave up because they could not be super women.
In fact, many of the women who have risen to the top in the banking sector acknowledge that what helped are the pro-active, pro-women policies that some banks adopted a couple of decades back. This allowed women, who had the potential to advance in their careers as managers to opt for flexible hours or even a couple of years away from work because of familial responsibilities. Instead of penalising them for the additional roles they are compelled to play because they are women, these organisations facilitated them. As a result, many of these women were able to pick up where they left off and still do well. So women's success in the banking sector is not entirely accidental.
The other, more relevant, question for the vast majority of Indian women is why banking is seen as such a natural fit for them. Women are better at managing banks, we are told, because they are more meticulous, more cautious, and wiser in money management. Why women have become like this, if indeed the stereotype is true, is not discussed enough.
By nature, neither men nor women are better bankers. It is ridiculous to suggest that biology determines something like this. But society surely does. Our society virtually forces the majority of women to be more careful about finances because they know that the burden of trying to balance the household budget inevitably falls on their shoulders.
It is also true that because women have no control over the income of their husbands, they tend to manage carefully whatever is given to them to run the house. Once again, this is not a responsibility of their own. Being thrifty is not a choice, it is a necessity.
Even women who have independent incomes often find in our patriarchal households that it is their fathers, their husbands and even their brothers who control the way they spend the money they have earned. So financial independence is not a reality for the majority of women, even if they are in paid employment. And I am not speaking only of poor women.
The fact that so many women responded to the self-help groups and savings programmes launched in the 1980s was not really surprising. That even the poorest of them were willing to put aside something towards savings was because these women knew the value of having something available over which they would have some control.
However, even though the self-help groups were successful initially, the reality today is that the vast majority of women still cannot access formal banking services. Whereas the informal savings groups allow them some credit for emergencies, or as an advance for their small businesses, many women cannot access these services from scheduled banks easily. Even the forthcoming Bharat Mahila Bank will not make a dent in this reality anytime soon.
The reason women cannot avail of bank credit is because the majority of them own too little to put down as collateral. Only 13 per cent of women own agricultural land although their work produces most of the grain and dairy produced in this country. The figures for home ownership would not be very different.
If the first woman to head the SBI in its 206-year-old history has stirred some interest in the subject of women and banking, that is all for the good, so long as it moves beyond personalities to the real-life issues that face millions of women.
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Beware, fare evaders!
Yeah, this is kind of bullshit. Free-riders raise the cost for everyone else, and it's not like MUNI is chock full of cash these days already. A ticket for fare evasion is a bummer but folks accept that risk when they don't pay. You're not being cute, you're just helping keep costs high for everyone who pays. Basically, you suck.
Go Muni! Whoohoo!
Wasn't publicized that muni cops are not real cops. They don't have the authority to check ID's. So when you are being asked who you are and what is your address. Any old name will suffice.
They can ask for the ID, they have power of arrest though.
Every single time I've seen one of these mass fare-evader checks, the Muni people have been accompanied by real SFPD, however.
Cops out at Caltrain today ticketing cyclists who so much as set one wheel on the sidewalk as well. I think there's a push to raise revenue through fines these days.
Meaning you can't ride on the platform? That makes perfect sense.
No, that's always been strictly enforced. Meaning that turning onto the sidewalk at all to: dismount outside the dangerously congested cab zone, be a jackass, or avoid the cab line and danger of sudden turn in/outs altogether will result in a fine.
Not saying one should ride on the sidewalk here, only saying it's common due to the lack of enforcement of the statutes regarding blocking bike lanes and the dangerous conditions created by the bad driving and auto/bus/cab congestion there. Also noting that it hasn't been previously ticketed.
They have also been along Market St. giving tickets for riding into the crosswalk at a red light.
Its about time bike riders are ticketed for the violations they commit.
Who the hell rides Muni?
Wow. That's… wow.
So… why are you blanking-out the faces of the people getting tickets? If they're getting tickets, wouldn't their identity be part of the public record already? I, for one, would like to be able to laugh and point at them if I see them on the street!
I can hear them now… "aw, man, i had a transfer… i musta dropped it"


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In 2016, we are looking at a new spiritual discipline every month. There is a corresponding chapter for the spiritual discipline journals under resources. Join us on the journey toward spiritual maturity and greater discipline on our walk with Christ.
Honoring the commands
Obedience is an important discipline. I don't believe anyone would refute this. However, the 10 Commandments often get passed over as a good activity for memorization in our children's classes as they work through Old Testament stories. But there is much to be gained from observing these commandments as a guide to complete obedience.
Creativity may not seem like a discipline. Actually, it isn't a traditional discipline in many respects. However, in our lives of habit and routine, our spiritual practices and even our worship becomes at times routine. Creativity can enable us to connect in ways previously unrealized. Our prayers, our act of service, our relationships, and our witness is energized and invigorated through creativity. It is a part of God's character that was passed on to us, and we are less than we could be when we neglect it.
As a culture, we love to celebrate. It seems like we are always looking for a reason to get together and eat. We celebrate every possible milestone in one way or another. However, when it comes to our spiritual lives, there is very little we actually celebrate even though there is so much more cause for it. As Christians, we should look for any excuse possible to celebrate. We should celebrate in our worship. We should celebrate in our relationships. We should celebrate in our work. We should celebrate in our salvation.
The spiritual discipline of fasting is one that has gone largely abandoned in modern day Christianity. But it is a discipline that has many benefits to the spiritual growth and maturation of the disciple of Christ.
This morning we introduce the discipline of service. As we seek to be a more disciplined people, we will see how serving others creates in us a spirit that is more in keeping with God's will and leads us down a path toward Christ-likeness. We are never more like Christ than when we are serving others.
Prayer is more than simply a way of communicating with God. It is more than a habit we must get in to. It is a discipline that we must practice. As a part of the year long series on spiritual disciplines, we are going to take more time to dissect the discipline of prayer than the other disciplines throughout the year. During the month of February, we will dissect the discipline of prayer. There are many different aspects of prayer. There is the corporate discipline of prayer that is practiced during our times of worship. There is also the private discipline practiced in our everyday lives. Here is where we will camp for the next 4 weeks. Prayer is often vocal, but it can encompass so much more of our existence if we would allow it. I encourage you to experiment with different kinds of prayer activities and postures in order to deepen your connection with the discipline of prayer.
Praise encompasses many different aspects of our Christian walk. Praise likely brings to mind the corporate worship assembly. However, we will be looking at the personal discipline of praise and how it affects other aspects of our lives. When we become more adept at the discipline of praise, we are less vulnerable to the attacks of the Evil One, because our focus remains on the Victorious One.


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Home Euthanasia
A Comfortable Choice
Did you know that at-home euthanasia is an option? At-home euthanasia is just as safe and painless for your pet as visiting your veterinarian's office, and it keeps your pet where they feel most secure and most comfortable—at home. Our staff veterinarian will come to your home, guide your family through the process and carefully transport your precious pet back to our Memorial Center.
Is at-home euthanasia right for me?
At-home euthanasia provides comfort and helps to minimize the stress and grief from the loss of a pet. You and your family are given all the time and space you need to be with your pet before, during and after the euthanasia process in the warmth and privacy of your own home. Our compassionate and supportive team of veterinarians and Heart's Companion Memorial Center staff are solely focused on providing you with the personal experience your family needs to help ease the pain of losing a cherished family member.
What are some common questions about at-home euthanasia?
How soon will I get my pet back?
After you have scheduled an appointment with us & expressed your final wishes concerning your pet's aftercare, we will arrive to your home for your appointment. If your pet is brought to Heart's Companion after the at-home euthanasia, we will have them back to you within 24 to 48 hours.
How long does the appointment take?
We never want you to feel rushed, so we schedule up to 2 hours for each appointment. This is your time & we will only begin the process when you are ready.
Where in my home will this take place?
You are allowed to choose whichever place in your residence is the most comfortable for both you and your pet.
What happens to my pet afterwards?
Heart's Companion will transport your pet to our center. You may schedule a visitation if you wish or request a formal service, it's up to you. Please feel free to use our center to help you & your family memorialize your pet as you wish.
How can I pay for this service?
Our veterinarians accept credit card, cash or personal check.
What happens if I set an appointment but something changes?
If for any reason you feel the need to change/cancel an appointment please do not hesitate to contact us at any time. We aim to provide the most stress-free experience possible during this very difficult time and will work with you as much as possible to assure both you and your pet are well taken care of.
What are some of the common concerns/worries/misconceptions about at-home euthanasia?
How do I know I'm really getting my pet back?
Heart's Companion uses a custom system of scannable tags that go through several checkpoints while your pet is in our care. This allows us to ensure with 100% confidence that your pet is always returned safely to your home. We also offer the opportunity to privately view your pet's cremation - please call to schedule in advance.
How do I know it's time to euthanize my pet?
The hardest part of euthanasia is knowing when it is time. You will know when they lose the spark in their eye and are existing, but are no longer living their outgoing, energetic, playful lives. Also, if your pet is in pain or suffering from a diagnosed terminal illness it may be time to consider home-hospice care or at-home euthanasia. We suggest you always consult a veterinarian when trying to determine the right course of action for your pet.
Why is at-home euthanasia right for me and my pet?
At-home euthanasia allows you to be in the comfort and privacy of your own home during your final moments with your cherished pet. You may take as much time as you need with your pet throughout the entire process so that your family and your pet can have a peaceful & intimate transition together.


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Glamping in North America
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The people at Tricycle put this on their Facebook page this week..
On his page, Dan Fisher featured the image with the phrase:
How "the Mindfulness Movement Uses Buddhism to Prop Up the White-Supremacist-Capitalist-Cishet Patriarchy" – a phrase he borrows from Josh Eaton. I think there is a seed (grain?) of truth here. Like many others, I'm heartened and moved by accounts of Mindfulness being used to help those with anxiety, (MBSR, etc!) : But – there's just something about the co-opting of it by various groups, its repackaging and reselling and that makes me more than a little uncomfortable. I think I'll try and disentangle my thoughts on this later in the year..


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Timothy C. Ward interviews M. Harold Page, author of Marshal versus the Assassins: A Foreworld SideQuest (The Foreworld Saga). On top of his contract work writing historical adventure stories for two different franchises, one of which relates to the Mongoliad, he also teaches German Longsword.
- "Putting your body where your politics are," as one facet of Medieval Fantasy that makes the genre so appealing to him.
- Why taking up fencing is beneficial to fight scene writing as well as making contacts for writing gigs.
- External validation for his writing dream by scoring an agent and writing contracts.
- His other published work, The Sword is Mightier: Scholar Knight (Book I)
- Lessons he's learned working with Mark Teppo (listen to AISFP 179 – Mark Teppo) and the Foreworld universe – work backwards from the end, especially when writing historical fiction.
- How he has tried to incorporate character growth into his strong adventures stories. Uses Richard III's last charge at the Battle of Bosworth as an example of how to create character arcs out of what may seem like an action-focused story.
- Advice for people who want to write Medieval Fantasy but neither longsword nor have a strong historical background.
- Whether he prefers to use a historical event that is more known in research or lesser known for what he uses as setting for his stories. He discusses what period is easier to research, but then a different one that is more complicated.
- Good books to use as research: Harold Lamb imprints.
- Cliches to avoid when writing Medieval Fantasy: see the Middle Ages for what it was, not our time period placed into a Medieval setting.
- Hubs for Medival Fantasy fans to congregate: Black Gate Magazine; Modern Medievalist ; Historical European Martial Arts; Dawn Duellists Society
- Viking Metal – Tyr. He wasn't kidding.Tim's SF Signal interview with Mike Stackpole
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Yesterday we hosted the 3rd annual Storytelling Competition for schools in Heathfield, Whitton and West Twickenham. It was a truly inspiring event featuring 59 very young storytellers from 9 schools. Some of the children were as young as six and they were all engaging, charming storytellers.
As a professional storyteller I was included initially 3 years ago to give INSET training to teachers from the schools involved. The workshop ended up with more than 20 teachers taking part. This was an introductory session providing a few techniques to help them introduce oral storytelling into their lessons. Some of the schools were happy to take this and have developed their own programmes. Some invited me in for further follow up sessions. These included both staff and pupils which was fantastic. The result has been than the kind of stories we get to hear each year are varied and showcase different oral literacy skills depending on the focus the school has chosen.
Last night we had a panel of 4 judges: Tony Robinson: actor, writer and comedian; Rebecca Matthews: lecturer St Mary's University; Stephen Keeler: freelance teacher, writer and education consultant; Melanie Taylor: author, creative writing tutor.
Although none of our judges are storytellers themselves they have all demonstrated an understanding of the art form and were helped with a list of qualities to look out for. I was glad not to be on the panel, it was a very hard task last night! When the awards were presented Tony Robinson made a beautiful speech and he was visibly moved by what he had witnessed. None of the children had props or costumes the beauty of their storytelling came from allowing them to be themselves.
We are already planning next year's event!
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No words can express the excitement that I have to officially announce my very first cookbook – Colossal Cookies!!
It is a book entirely focused on the colossal cookie with over 75 cookie recipes plus over 20 variations for 100 recipes!! It includes my all-time favorites, in which anyone can learn to make the Babka with Nutella cookie or Billionaire (chocolate chip, chocolate, shortbread and salted caramel) cookie, along a chapter to make short-cut versions of the colossal cookie! There's also an entire chapter of chocolate chip cookies and another chapter for chocolate lovers. And since I'm always up for desserts, I have a chapter with breakfast cookies!…I love any excuse to have cookies for breakfast.
Colossal Cookies will be available December 11 and is currently available for pre-order from the below retailers. This makes for a perfect holiday gift for your friends and family!
Barnes and Nobles
Indie Bound
This is an exclusive first look at some images of what you can find in my cookbook!
If you love peanut butter and jelly, you'll have to try the peanut butter and jelly colossal cookie!! It makes for a great snack or maybe even lunch!
And I'm loving this chocolate chip cookie'n'cream topped with marshmallow and Oreos…
And of course, I'm always up for some food porn and absolutely love this double chocolate chip stuffed with Dulce de Leche.
For the last preview for this post, who can resist a brown butter chocolate chip stuffed with peanut butter and topped with chocolate chunk AND homemade toffee? My cookbook also includes an amazing recipe for toffee! It's easy and quick to make. I promise!
I'll be sure to post more previews, but don't wait to pre-order your copy today!!!
Last, but not least, I need to thank you all for being such great supporters of my Instagram and blog. This would not have been possible without your love! Also, I would like to thank my publisher, Page Street Publishing, my husband, family and friends! I love you all!
I hope you're as excited for this as I am!!
Note: Photos for my cookbook are by food photographer, Toni Zernik.


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Mali (and Beyond) Live Coverage: France to Withdraw in March After Successful Military Operations?
US Feature: Justice Department --- Yes, We Can Kill American Citizens Overseas with Drones br>
Syria Live Coverage: The Fight in Daraa Province br>
Tuesday's Israel, Palestine (and Beyond) Live Coverage: Israelis Arrest More than 20 Hamas Members in West Bank
2106 GMT: Bahrain. Opposition groups have "stressed the need to agree on the mechanism and the rules of the national dialogue" before the start of talks on Sunday.
"Agreeing on the mechanism before the dialogue starts would strengthen public trust in the dialogue," the groups, including leading society Al Wefaq, continued. This would "spare" Bahrain from the failure of the talks in the first round, a situation that would have unwanted "political and public implications."
The groups will write to the Justice Minister on Thursday to emphasise their position, renewing their request to meet him to agree over the mechanism of the dialogue.
The minister, Sheikh Khalid bin Ali al-Khalifa, announced on Monday that the dialogue would resume this weekend, after an earlier round failed to the bring the opposition on board.
1906 GMT: Tunisia. Reuters now confirms that a national unity administration will be formed and the current government will be dissolved, as intense protests rock the country after the assassination of a prominent opposition leader, Shokri Belaid:
"The prime minister will deliver a speech to the nation tonight and will announce the formation of a new government of non-partisan figures and technocrats," one source told Reuters.
1903 GMT: Tunisia. We have not independently confirmed this news, but if so it seems that once again the protests in Tunisia have had a significant political impact:
#BreakingNews: Tunisian prime minister Jebali will dissolve the governmnet and form a national unity governmnet— Al Arabiya English (@AlArabiya_Eng) February 6, 2013
1659 GMT: Mali. French and Malian troops are fighting Islamist insurgents in the Sahara outside northern Mali's biggest town, French Minister of Defense minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said today.
Le Drian said patrols were searching the scrubland near Timbuktu and Gao, both reclaimed by the French-Malian force during the offensive of the past month.
"There were clashes yesterday at Gao because from the moment where our forces, supported by the Malian forces, started undertaking missions and patrols around the towns we had taken, we encountered Jihadist groups that fought," Le Drian said.
"It's a real war," the Minister continued. "Every night now, even last night, the French forces are targeting and hitting the training centers and truck depots of the jihadist groups."
1209 GMT: Tunisia. Following the assassination of the Tunisian opposition leader Chokri Belaid, a large protest has formed outside the Interior Ministry in Tunis.
Mr Belaid was the leader of the secular Democratic Patriot party, a left-wing group opposed to the ruling Ennahda party.
He was shot earlier this morning as he left his home accompanied by his wife in the suburbs of Tunis, sustaining multiple bullet wounds to the chest, neck and head. It is unknown who carried out the assassination.
Tunisian Prime Minister Hamadi Jebali has denouced the attack as "an act of terrorism". President Moncef Marzouki has called off his trip to Cairo for the summit of the Organisation of Islamic Co-operation to return to Tunis.
France's Francois Hollande "condemned in the strongest terms the assassination".
Belaid's death comes amidst a political crisis following the collapse of talks for a Cabinet reshuffle to allow more parties into the Ennahda-led coalition.
1000 GMT: Tunisia. The leader of the opposition left-wing Democractic Patriots party, Chokri Belaid, has been shot dead in an attack as he left his home in Tunis.
Belaid was rushed to a hospital nearby. Confirming his brother's death, Abdelmajid Belaid said ."My brother was assassinated. I am desperate and depressed".
Belaid was an outspoken critic of the Tunisisn leadership and the powerful Ennahda party. A Government spokesman has called his death an "odious crime".
After Belaid's death was announced by national media, more than 1000 Tunisians gathered in front of the Interior Ministry to protest against the assassination.
0930 GMT: Egypt. Amid doubts over Egypt receiving a prooposed $4.8 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund, foreign currency reserves have fallen by 10%.
The Central Bank said that foreign reserves suffered a $1.4 billion decline from $15.01 billion in December to $13.61 billion in January. A year earlier, reserves stood at $36 billion.
The IMF loan was held up in December after President Morsi introduced, but withdrew within 24 hours, tax increases ssen as a requirement for the funding.
The Central Bank said last month that reserves only covered three months of imports.
0910 GMT: Mali. France's Minister of Defence minister, Jean-Yves Le Drian claimed "several hundred" insrugents have been killed in the French military intevention sinee 11 January. He said one French helicopter pilot had been salin, while Malian forces had suffered 11 fatalities and around 60 wounded last month.
Le Drian added that Kidal --- a town held by Islamist insurgents for 10 months --- has fallen to French and Chadian troops. The insurgents are now retreating to more remote strongholds based the craggy landscape of the northeast near Algeria.
The French Foreign Minister, Laurent Fabius, has stated that France will start to withdraw in March "if everything goes as planned".


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print & pattern: angela adams
Ampersand Design Studio
We suppose now would be an appropriate time to admit that we are obsessed with Angela Adams and she pretty much leads our dream life! Seriously. She is an insanely talented surface pattern designer with lines of stationery, home accessories including rugs, bedding, wall art, platters, glassware, and even furniture! Did we mention dream life? Ok good. Well, no surprise at all, she has released yet another amazing collection called Happiland which is described as, "an optimistic, narrative made of bright colors, patterns and shapes inspired by Angela's abstract paintings of the natural world." We think we'd like to live in Happiland. Go check out the entire line!


text: Alletess Medical Laboratory is a U.S. based, CLIA certified laboratory. Alletess is part of ICL's network of specialty laboratories offering services for naturopathic care From the Alletess menu, ICL offers tests for food and inhalant allergies, food sensitivities and assessment of the immune system. Tests are available in serum or convenient finger-stick blood filter spots. Alletess Tests Available from ICL For a list of Alletess services routinely offered by ICL refer to the ICL Integrative Laboratory Services Menu. If the test service in which you are interested is not listed, please contact ICL Client Care at 416.422.3000 x300 or firstname.lastname@example.com as the test menu is subject to change. For further information about Alletess visit their website at www.foodallergy.com


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In probably one of the quickest turn arounds I have had from submitting an app, subaku 1.3.2 is out now! What this means is custom puzzles play properly now. My apologies for the previous mistake and the bonus puzzles for the past week have all been put up on the subaku page. Today's puzzle is pictured here. If you are on your iDevice, just tap on the picture to open up subaku and play the puzzle. This was a real fun one to make.
Unfortunately it seems most Twitter clients will not make the subaku:// links clickable, so I am going to have to develop another way for people to share the links once I put in the ability to create your own. Well, you already can by making a subaku://TWITTERNAME/012345670 link, but most people would not be able to click it on Twitter and who wants to copy and paste a link? Solving this should be pretty fun, but probably a little time consuming. Not quite sure what to do just yet.
Next up for subaku is the long promised Time Trial mode. Stay tuned.


text: Two completely different approaches to custom framing October 15, 2017 / Underglass Custom Picture Framing We wanted to show you two completely different approaches for framing contemporary art!For the first image we framed this Josef Albers print in an Optium faced acrylic box! We did a raised float on a cream fabric panel for a bit of texture and depth. Optium glazing offers the least reflection and as an acrylic material and is also scratch resistant!The second piece is a print from Cleon Peterson! We floated this one on a black silk in a French style ornate frame to play on the dark vibe he always invokes. 1 Likes categories / Art frames, Custom Picture Framing, Plexiglass and Acrylic, Picture framing, san francisco frame shop tags / custom framing san francisco, art framing, original art, plexi box, acrylic, optium, scratch resistant, Josef Albers, cleon peterson


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The UN's Bali conference on climate change is officially in the books and it did yield the promised "roadmap" for negotiations on climate change. The best thing that can be said about it is that a new US administration can build from this agreement. Here, we provide you with a summary of the geopolitical situation.
If this is a map, it makes sense to know where we're starting from. The first five takeaways from this post relate where the world, collectively, is.
1. The US, especially under the present administration, is loathe to do anything that might hurt the oil, gas, and coal industries. That means the US objects to all binding caps on greenhouse gas emissions. Their alternative argument is that reducing emissions to the level many scientists think is necessary is actually impossible, so we shouldn't really try.
2. The poorest nations are going to be hit hardest by the early negative impacts of climate change. That's because richer countries can use their money to insulate their citizens from flooding, droughts, etc. People living on less than $2 a day (and there are 2 billion of them) have less options. So, they want funding for adaptation to climate change.
3. China, as many have pointed out, is building enormous amounts of coal capacity, basically adding the equivalent of Germany each year. This is very bad. On the other hand, they feel the US got rich on cheap fossil fuels and they should be allowed to as well. Both China and India have huge reserves of coal. As
Kent Hughes of the Woodrow Wilson center told me, "China and India are going to grow and they want to grow rapidly and my guess is that they will use their coal reserves."
4. The Europeans want developed countries to reduce their emissions
25-40% below 1990 levels by 2020. The US, and increasingly Canada and
Japan, want developing countries to to curb emissions in exchange for reducing their own. And, it should be noted, the Europeans haven't really been able to hit their Kyoto targets.
5. The world, therefore, is deadlocked, which is why the agreement that came out of Bali is so mealy-mouthed.
And here's where we're headed as negotiations move towards a meeting in Copenhagen in December 2009 that will actually result in a post-Kyoto treaty, not just a roadmap.
6. Everyone is waiting for a new administration in the White House. If a Democrat is elected, any of them, it's likely that the US will sign on to some sort of emissions caps as well as promoting clean energy through pushing renewable energy investment domestically. On brokering a global deal, as Matthew Yglesias wrote, "to an almost frightening extent everything hinges on the election." So, don't look for much movement on the key issues until January 2009.
7. But there's a big regional split in the US. The southeastern Congressional delegations are really holding the line for the coal business because they don't have easy access to renewable energy. Part of brokering a domestic deal will probably mean paying them off with big investments in clean coal.
8. It is imperative that the US and China cut a deal in or out of the UN framework. It's going to take a lot of carrots, and very few sticks. The Chinese know we can't really do anything to them. And it's important to remember that many of the factories in China sucking energy are producing stuff for the US and/or owned by US companies, so we need to take responsibility for helping clean their energy supply up. How to cut a deal? The
current meme is that the EU and US should devote some amount of money from
$30 billion $1 trillion for clean energy research, loan guarantees for plant construction, etc, then give or sell
(at a massive discount) the cleantech developed in the effort to China. It's very important that the number is closer to the higher end of that range, if we want real breakthroughs.
9. I hate to say it, but the poor countries of the world seem highly unlikely to have a major role in getting the US and China to do anything, regardless of the horrific impacts climate change could have on their countries. This is patently unfair, but international shame doesn't seem to have much of an impact on us. My hope is that we provide enough funds to save lives, but I'm not optimistic to hope that we'll really do an adequate job. One beacon of hope is that countries like Russia, Brazil, Mexico, India, and other (re)emerging powers start to become a powerful force for action on climate change
10. Around the world, green/sustainable/clean/eco-friendly businesses are gathering steam. Their legislative priorities are very different from the traditional corporate interests but also different from traditional environmentalists who emphasize conservation. Regular old businesses are also beginning to realize that they can be part of the solution to climate change too. As Greg Laden points out, a corporate tipping point might have been reached. Combined with the zeal and smarts of the climate change activists, this mostly passive backing could prove effective in changing politics around the world.


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Vlog! The Girl Behind the Blog // Inner Foodie
It's the Girl Behind the Blog day! I love vlogs and I love building this community. Visit the button below my video to join up! Today we're talking about our inner foodie - listen as I share my food philosophy, my top 2 favorite foods, and my favorite food inspirations and bloggers! Below, check out one of my all-time favorite recipes. Enjoy!! XO
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VISIT: www.richardsandrichards.com.au
FFF LOVES… a man after our FFF heart! This is the place where mens fashion and food collide. Heaven on a stick.
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch or Dinner?
Weekend Lunch — my all time favourite!
Where will you be dining?
At home, beside my BBQ with family and friends and fresh seasonal produce, usually seafood, meat and salads.
What music are you listening to?
Easy listening: Roy Orbiston, Robbie Williams — just cruisey!
What are you wearing?
Zu Elements jeans and Borelli polo shirt.
What are you going to eat?
To start the classic Tiger prawns and cocktail sauce combo followed by great steaks with a caprese salad with buffalo mozarella, vine ripened tomatoes, freshly picked basil, olive oil and 25 year old balsamic vinegar, all washed down with a Mt Mary chardonnay and Barossa Shiraz.
About James Richard:
Director of this opulent unique two-level menswear store in the heart of the Brtisbane CBD, Richard James stocks renowned and exclusive labels from the finest fashion houses around the globe, think Cantarelli, Versace, Faconnable et al. Choose from the latest collections of luxury sportswear, streetwear, tailored suits and accessories. Whilst waiting for your alterations to be completed, hit the R&R Cafe Bar for lunch. Our pick - the Veal Cutlet with White Truffle and Spinach Florentine and a glass or two of Two Hands Sexy Beast Cabernet Sauvignon 2009.


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Weddings are a time we bring friends and family together to celebrate your new chapter in life, so unless you have chosen to have a "dry wedding" odds are there will be a champagne toast and then some! You can choose to serve drinks during either the cocktail hour, reception or both.
When deciding on what types of beverages to serve, consider your guests, budget, and the type of atmosphere you want to have. If you are concerned with over indulgence or expense considering limiting the amount of alcohol per guests, or perhaps only offering beer and wine.
Many wedding venues will specify their requirements and limitations with serving alcohol, some may require a licensed bartender, event insurance, and/or an additional deposit. Some may allow you to supply your own alcohol, while others may not. If you are supplying your own alcohol but don't know how much you need, try the Bevmo Calculator http://www.bevmo.com/Misc/PartyPlanner.aspx
We recommend hiring a licensed and insured bar service to host your event as they are not only great bartenders but they specialize in weddings and events and know how to determine when someone has had too much to drink. They can discreetly handle this for you without causing a scene, and in the end will help ensure everyone has a safe but responsible evening. A professional bar service will also assist you with selecting wines & spirits as well as the quantity needed for the size of your event. For help choosing a Bar Service in the 530 area, visit our directory.
When it comes to the end of the night (your wedding night is a blur so take care of these details ahead of time) have a transportation plan in place. If your location is a distance from town consider a shuttle for larger groups. Make sure that you discuss vehicles and over-night parking with your venue, you don't want any guests to have their cars towed!
Cheers to an amazing wedding night, and to celebrating responsibly!
~Happy Planning!~


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Sandy blows out campaign events
President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney both shifted their schedules Saturday around Hurricane Sandy as the eastern third of the United States braced for the looming storm.
Obama campaign events in Northern Virginia Monday and in Colorado Springs, Colo., on Tuesday have been canceled, press secretary Jay Carney said in a statement late Saturday evening.
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"The President is being regularly updated on the storm and ongoing preparations, and he has directed his team to continue to bring all available resources to bear as state and local partners continue to prepare for the storm," Carney said. Obama "will continue to receive regular briefings on these efforts, and has made clear that he expects his team to continue to lean forward as Hurricane Sandy approaches."
Mitt Romney canceled all of his events scheduled for Virginia on Sunday and has decided instead to go to Ohio and campaign there Monday morning.
The storm currently sits off the coast of Florida, and tropical storm watches and warnings are in effect in the Carolinas. Federal officials warned that the East Coast from South Carolina on up should be prepared for heavy rains and winds – and inland areas could see up to 2 feet or more of snow.
Tropical storm conditions now present off the coast of North Carolina are expected to soon creep northward. The forecast from the National Hurricane Center projects landfall around Delaware and New Jersey sometime late Monday or early Tuesday.
"With this storm we are going to be dealing with a lot of weather over a large geographic area," said Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Craig Fugate in a conference call with reporters.
Fugate spoke with President Barack Obama and other top administration officials including Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano Saturday morning in preparation for the storm and emphasized to the media to get out the word that it won't only be coastal areas deluged. Sandy's reach will extend to areas far inland like the Ohio Valley and Appalachian regions and may cause flooding with the D.C. area's rivers.
( Also on POLITICO: Election in Sandy's shadow)
"FEMA and other federal partners are already sending teams and resources into potentially impacted areas to support state and local preparedness efforts, and Administrator Fugate and I continue to urge those along the East Coast to closely monitor the progress of Hurricane Sandy and continue to follow the guidance and direction of their state and local officials," Napolitano said late Saturday. The secretary and Fugate reached out to governors up and down the East Coast throughout the day Saturday.
Obama will try to beat out Sandy by leaving Washington for Florida on Sunday afternoon, before the brunt of the storm is expected to hit the D.C. metro area. He will hold an event in Youngstown, Ohio, before returning to Washington to monitor the storm.
Obama also has event scheduled in Wisconsin on Tuesday, though Carney said additional changes to the schedule may be announced. Vice President Joe Biden is set to appear in Ohio on Tuesday.
( Also on POLITICO: Obama briefed on Sandy)
Both White House and campaign officials downplayed the storm's potential effect on turnout in swing states as well as the optics of campaigning during a looming disaster.
"We're closely monitoring the storm. The safety of not only our staff but also our supporters and volunteers is the top priority," said Obama campaign spokeswoman Jen Psaki in a gaggle with reporters.


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Spotted the 48 sheet poster in town yesterday, printed on some kind of huge inkjet canvas at full res so I'm pleased with how it looks at street level, up close.
Even on London Buses. It's everywhere!
It seems like an age since the Mad Dogs shoot but series 2 only just starts tomorrow on Sky HD. It was a lot of fun once we eventually got to Mallorca, shooting alongside the tv promo crew and their director, David Edwards. We had it all... 40 degree heat, no shade, a handful of fake Euros, a bunch of British actors and a goat... what more could we have asked for?
Jim Chambers and Chris Ringsell from Sky Creative provided the musical entertainment and art direction while the goat kept a watchful eye on the budget. Thanks to all on set including the fab crew from Palma Pictures and the pyro team for blowing up an old caravan full of dynamite and kerosene which was most entertaining. Also a nod to Tony Swinney at Mustard Post for his patience, retouching skills and a trusty Mac Pro which nearly died a few times while chugging through the monsterous 30 Gb file. Don't ask why it was that huge, but it was and we're damned proud of it.


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A Torah in space: Ten years without Ilan Ramon
As we commemorate a decade since the Columbia disaster it is important to pause and pay tribute to Ilan Ramon (1954-2003) and what he stood for. If one person could sum up the achievements and values of the Jewish State, and illustrate just how far Israel has come, that individual is Ilan Ramon.
Illustration (c) 2013, Tuvia Book
Ramon was born in the first decade of the States' existence. His mother and grandmother were both survivors of Auschwitz and arrived in Israel to rebuild their shattered lives. His father fought in the War of Independence to allow his family to live in peace and security in the new Jewish State. Colonel Ramon, during his service in the Israeli air force, when asked if he would take part in a mission to bomb Iraq's nuclear reactor in 1981 responded: "If I can help prevent a second Holocaust, I am prepared to sacrifice my life for this." Ramon not only successfully completed this mission, but also became the first Israeli in space. His mission was deeply symbolic, as were many of the items he took with him into space, including a Torah Scroll that had been in Bergen-Belsen.
Ilan Ramon's mission symbolized that Israel can go anywhere. He reminded us that we have revived our language, made the desert bloom, rebuilt our homeland, ingathered our exiles. That we have the ability to defend our homeland and protect Jews worldwide and we continue to reach for the stars.
"I think we have a great people in Israel, and we have to maintain our Jewish heritage," he said in an address from the shuttle Columbia in space. "I think it's very important to preserve our historical and religious traditions." On carrying the Torah into space, he said:
This scroll symbolizes, more than anything, the ability of the Jewish people to survive anything, including horrible periods, and go from the darkest days to days of hope and faith in the future.
May his memory and that of his son Assaf, who was killed in an Air Force training accident, be for a blessing and an inspirational example to us all! A fitting eulogy for such a selfless hero can be found in the words of Chana Szenesh:
There are stars whose radiance is visible on earth though they have long been extinct.
There are people whose brilliance continues to light the world though they are no longer among the living.
These lights are particularly bright when the night is dark.
They light the way for mankind.


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By: Rachel Barry
I don't know about you, but I have a few students who get frustrated in their seats. I can't blame them. I love that I get to spend each class period walking around while facilitating instruction in my classroom. This is why every once and a while I create activities that have students move around. One activity that I have found to be successful is a scavenger hunt.
Here is a Scavenger Hunt that I made for my freshmen to review angle properties and relationships. I print these pages on cardstock paper and randomly tape them up around the room. The bottom half of each page is the math problem that the students solve. Once they have an answer, they look around the room at the top half of each cardstock paper to match their answer with one that is up on the walls. If they find their answer, they solved the problem correctly, and their next problem is the bottom half of the page with their previous answer. If their answer is not on another cardstock paper, they check over their work to see where they went wrong.
Typically I assign partners based on student understanding and ability of the topic. I have found that working in partners gives each student a voice, and also allows me to help struggling students in smaller settings. To pair up students, I use formative assessment scores to rank the kids highest to lowest. Then I cut the list in half and match the top student with the student at the top of the second half of the class. I keep working down the list to create partners, adjusting if I don't feel the personalities of the students will work well together. I find that this process pairs students that are within a reasonable Zone of Proximal Development from one another.
Students record their work and answers on this worksheet. I used to do this prior to students having iPads, and it worked fine. However, with the integration of technology, students are able to take pictures of the problems graphics and write on the diagram to solve the problem. I actually observed a pair of students doing this, and now encourage all of my students to do the same.
So much of our math curriculum is structured. Bringing in an activity like a Scavenger Hunt fosters learning in an active and engaging way. I get to see
students teaching one another how to solve a problem, thorough discussions on
whether or not the answer is positive or negative, and many other enticing conversations amongst my students. I find it incredibly beneficial in classes that tend to get off task because they focus more on each individual problem in front of them instead of getting overwhelmed with a whole page or packet of practice problems.


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One is a city of older homes, spacious and elegant away from the 101, morphing into urban sensibilities and upcoming renewal to relatively dense population moving eastward. San Mateo neighborhoods show the contrast of organic growth --- how personalities, zoning, and economics combine to create the feel of an area that changes (or doesn't) over time.
The other is Atlantis reclaimed from the Bay, bringing with it an enviable landscape: curving streets and arched bridgeways glide through the greenery, which itself is beautifully manicured to meticulous perfection. The Foster City atmosphere creates an impressive Epcot Center-like portrait, with Roman order and discipline --- ask anyone who's slow rolled through a stop sign on the suburban side of Edgewater Blvd.
The two cities share a common bonds that stretch well beyond just the numbers 94404 and the 101 artery. The first is, while neither is in the traditional boundaries of Silicon Valley, you'd have a hard time convincing the people who live there that they're not Silicon Valley residents.
They also share Hillsdale High School, a newly designated California Distinguished School in 2007. It's no wonder that Foster City has in recent years decided to focus more on economic development than building a high school of its own.
But when you look at the graph of Foster City median home prices, there's something wrong with the picture. It's subtle, but my clients depend on me to see these things. The question is whether it's an opportunity or an obstacle for them.
So How Much More Is a Home Worth Than a Condo?
In my April 2007 Cupertino Home Prices Update and Sunnyvale Home Prices Update, I talked about one way I look for good values for my clients: based on how expensive median homes are in a city relative to the county average.
In Foster City, townhomes and condos are generally newer that what you'll find in neighboring cities like San Mateo or Burlingame, so calculating the premium alone really doesn't tell my buyers what they need to know to make a good puchasing decision. (In fact, I'd actually argue that condominiums in Foster City are more comparable to those in other Silicon Valley cities like Cupertino or Sunnyvale than neighboring San Mateo.)
In March 2007, the median price of a Foster City townhome or condo was three-quarters --- literally, 75.8% --- of the median price of a single-family house. The average in San Mateo County over the last ten years is 60.8%.
So if condominiums and townhomes in Foster City are three-quarters the price of a house, does that make Foster City houses cheap or Foster City condos expensive?
The answer depends on how much you like the water. What's unique about Foster City is the man-made lagoon system that stretches throughout the city like a canal-way. There are many more apartments, townhomes, and condominiums along the water than there are freestanding single-family homes and --- despite the fact we're surrounded by water --- desirable waterfront property is exceedingly rare in Silicon Valley.
The historical average over the last ten years says that condos and townhomes in Foster City usually cost 65% of what the median single-family home costs. The ratio is high right now so, I recommend to my clients that they wait or search elsewhere unless we find a special property that they fall in love with, namely one on the lagoon. After all, current inventory was exceedingly low this year with only 17 on the market compared to 36 last year. Why would I encourage my clients to fight (i.e. pay) for something that may not be special to them?
Given a meager 7% price premium for single-family homes in Foster City over the San Mateo County median, Foster City houses are a good deal by the numbers. The primary school system there is decent, but not prestigious, reducing any price premium for education. If that sounds like a half-hearted recommendation, that's because it is: my clients either love or hate the atmosphere in Foster City and it's a strong emotional reaction either way.
What's Happening in San Mateo?
Single-family homes in the City of San Mateo spiked above the San Mateo County average for the first time since 2001. No major spikes or dips in new listings or inventory. Condominiums and townhomes did see an increase in average days-on-market (DOM) from 49 to 69 to go along with the 10.7% price increase.
That looks like a large jump, but that's after the opportunity last year when common interest development prices took an unfairly large hit relative to the San Mateo County median.
There's something interesting going on with the bathrooms, though. Don't worry, it's safe to look! This map shows all the currently available one bathroom single-family homes in the City of San Mateo. Why do I alert my clients to these areas?
Economic obsolescence. I don't usually recommend one-bathroom single-family homes to my clients because they're generally harder for them to re-sell unless you renovate them, or they're in a prestigious area. And it doesn't take a stretch of the imagination to see why, particularly if my clients (or their potential buyers) have guests over. If my clients are set on having a yard, we'll talk about their needs and what they're really looking to get out of it.
Often, their needs can be fulfilled by a number of townhomes (some with surprisingly spacious yards) that offer a better value than one-bathroom single-family homes. Of course, the benefits are sometimes offset by HOA fees (some HOAs are better than others) in which case the free-standing house becomes a better value.
From a macro-perspective, the density of one-bathroom single-family homes for sale is a pretty good indicator of neighborhoods that are in trouble. You might find homes like these in prestigious places like downtown Mountain View (where the home will almost certainly be expanded) and Palo Alto (where zoning laws may prevent expansion), but never for sale in bulk. And a few are usually scattered just about everywhere, often being sold by lifelong residents.
But when you have a cluster of them, there is no way that a high percentage of them will be modernized without major --- usually corporate or government --- money pouring into the area. And when you cluster a set of economically obsolete homes together, you get the real estate equivalent of a dollar-store, a place where you can find inexpensive wares that aren't necessarily bargains or investment material.


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Mondopad - The Giant Tablet for your Conferencing Needs
The Mondopad is an innovative tablet system from InFocus. Combining high resolution display and video conferencing with digital interactive whiteboard and document annotation technology, the Mondopad is the ultimate solution for your conferencing needs.
Not just a monitor, the Mondopad is a 55, 70, or 80-inch tablet with a built-in Windows PC and full version of Microsoft Office that is easily viewed and controlled from your notebook, tablet, or smartphone. It's ideal for consolidating your business conference technology needs into one device and putting features for visually presenting, capturing and sharing ideas at your fingertips.
As an authorized dealer for the InFocus Mondopad, we can install one wherever you need: aboard your yacht, at your business, or in your home. Watch the demonstrative video below for more information about the features of the Mondopad and contact us for more information about installation.


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Project Zero Circle STUDIO
Project Zero Circle has its new home in Basel, Switzerland. All its events and rehearsals are taking place in this industrial looking, basic but well- sized studio with a contemporary artistic atmosphere.
Location: Untere Rebgasse 8/10, 4058 Basel
Contact: Markus Weder
Untere Rebgasse 10
4058 Basel
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
Phone: +41 (0)79- 942- 0977
This space is also offered as a rental venue for other artistic and social initiatives. Please contact us for more rental information


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by Charles Baker
This segment of the Gazette allows members to respond with a simple one word/one sentence answer to a question or phrase. If you would like to participate, or, if you have a burning question you would like to put out to the hiking community, please contact email@example.com. Answers must be accompanied with a headshot photo - a mug shot will do in a pinch...
Today's question: "Bears poop in the woods, hikers…?"
Steve "Twinkle" Shattuck – "Leave no trace."
Miguel "VirGo" Aguilar – "Clog the toilets in town."
Naomi "The Punisher" Hudetz – "Poop in their pants."
©2019 ALDHA-West
ALDHA-West is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.


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More than 200 wedding suppliers, many from the Deeside and Donside areas, recently took part in a major event at Aberdeen's AECC.
Around 4000 visitors attended the 2017 Your Wedding Exhibition over two days at the city venue.
Billed as the biggest and best wedding show in the North, the showcase contained everything that couples could want for their perfect day.
Your Wedding Exhibition director Simon Morgan said he was delighted with this year's show.
He added: "We welcomed so many visitors through the doors, and we have had a fantastic range of inspirational suppliers showcasing their businesses once again."
The exhibition has been running for more than 10 years and has gone from strength to strength since its inception.
Organisers said there had definitely been no sign of a recession as couples booked up with their suppliers.
Among the the range of exhibitors were companies from Deeside and Donside.
These included Deeside Photographics, Deeside Classic Camper Vans, who won a prize for their stand, Rosie's Flowers (Banchory), Raemoir Hotel, Tor-Na-Coille Hotel, Banchory Lodge Hotel, Cowshed Restaurant, The Bridal Boutique Peterculter, Neil Selbie Kilt Hire (Peterculter), Ballogie House Aboyne, Glen Tanar Ballroom, and Country Flavours of Alford, who also won a prize for their stand.
The organising team have already started laying plans for the 2018 event, which is again being held at the AECC on January 20 and 21.


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Mumbai: The largest software exporter TCS has welcomed the clarity on H-1B visaholders, but said pending bills in the US legislature continue to be an "immediate concern" to grapple with.
The company for which the US is the largest market, said there is a difference between the way it is reported and what is the reality on the ground.
"Immediate concern of H-1B is that there are a few more bills that are being talked about, but none of that has played out as of now," TCS human resources head Ajoy Mukherjee told reporters.
The company will continue with its policy of planning in advance and continue with its steps like stepping up local hiring across, he added.
There is a lot of planning, starting with application for the visas, that goes in during operations and it will have to be followed, he said.
On the recent relief for techies, wherein the US stated no change in H-1B visa extension policy, Mukherjee welcomed the move for the clarity it brings in.
The US authorities on Tuesday had said the Trump administration was not considering any proposal that would force H-1B visaholders to leave the country.
The announcement by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) came days after reports emerged that the Trump administration was considering tightening H-1B visa rules that could lead to deportation of some 7,50,000 Indians.
The reports had also said the US was planning ending extensions for H-1B holders.
The Trump administration "is not considering a regulatory change that would force H-1B visaholders to leave the US by changing interpretation of Section 104 C of the American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act (AC21) statute that states that the USCIS may grant the extensions," an official said.
This provides for H-1B extensions beyond the six-year cap that is previling now.
"Even if it were, such a change would not likely result in these H-1B visaholders having to leave the US because employers could request extensions in one-year increments under section 106(a)-(b) of AC21 instead," Jonathan Withington, chief of media relations at the USCIS, said in the statement.


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My thanks to Marketcircle's Daylite for sponsoring MacSparky this week. If you are running a business, Daylite–an app that's been actively developed since 1999–is the answer to managing calandars, tasks, customers, sales opportunities, projects, and all the other little digital details to keep things in motion. They've got versions for the Mac and iOS so you can manage all this data from any Apple device.
Most recently, they've released version 6 which adds several new features:
Cloud Sync
Daylite now lets you choose between managing your data on your own server or using their cloud sync service. Either way, you still get the native app experience.
Better Task Management
Daylite's task management tools got a nice upgrade with an improved edit mode.
Easier Scheduling
There's now a color-coded year view and a mini-calendar so you check your calendar from anywhere. You can even drop appointments and tasks directly onto the mini calendar.
iPhone and iPad Filtering
When you're on the go, you want the ability to control the data in front of you. iOS filters help you manage that with categories and keywords. There are even more available filters depending on the type of data you're working with. You can filter contacts, for instance, by first name or last name.
A lot of work went into Daylite version 6 and it's definitely worth checking out.


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Get in the Holiday spirit by getting your doggie photographed with Santa!
Annie, the awesome owner of My Two Dogs grooming salon in Williamsburg, has generously offered to donate a portion of proceeds from their annual pictures with Santa to Badass! Annie has been a huge supporter of Badass for many months, has hosted adoption events and foster training seminars at her space and, for the second year in a row, is donating funds raised through pictures with Santa to our rescue.
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VIENNA(Reuters) - The U.N. atomic watchdog is confident that it is best placed to verify any nuclear deal reached with North Korea and would be able to deploy quickly, the head of the agency said on Monday.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to hold a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Singapore on June 12 in a bid to eliminate Pyongyang's nuclear weapons program.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is best-known for its work in Iran, where it is policing the restrictions placed on the country's nuclear activities under the 2015 deal with major powers that Trump pulled out of last month. IAEA inspectors were expelled from North Korea in 2009.
"No one said, 'If we reach agreement, please do the verification job'. That's not like that," IAEA chief Yukiya Amano told a news conference when asked if either side involved in the summit had indicated that his agency would be called on.
"However, we have liaised with stakeholders and had a number of exchanges and through these exchanges it is very clear that if there is anybody, any organization that can do the verification, it is us, the IAEA," he said.
Since no deal has been struck yet it is too early to say how big the IAEA's job would be or what resources it would require, according to Amano.
The IAEA deals with verifying that nuclear activities are for peaceful purposes, rather than with disarmament. But the task in North Korea would still be large. Although much remains unknown about the country's activities, they are advanced - unlike Iran it has built and tested nuclear weapons.
Inspectors should, however, be able to deploy there quickly once the IAEA's 35-nation Board of Governors formally gave the agency the nod, Amano said.
"We will be able to resume our activities at short notice, within weeks, not months, once board authorization is given."
Reporting by Francois Murphy; Editing by Mark Heinrich


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Book Whisperer: Chapter 4Sunday, July 17, 2011
I will be entering my 10th year of teaching in August. 10 years of Reader's Workshop. 10 Years of trying to convince children to love reading as much as I do. 10 years of waiting for Donalyn Miller to write a book so I can stop banging my head against a wall. :-) Seriously.
My students have always enjoyed listening to me read. I purposefully choose books I know will be exciting, suspenseful, thought-provoking or funny. I still have plenty of kids each year who "pretend-read,"sleep or misbehave their way through our Reader's Workshop. I think I definitely discovered part of my problem this week: leveled readers.
I'm sure this will cause a few gasps and hopefully a good debate too, but I don't think I'm going to be quite as strict about the kids reading books on their level. (Can you hear the doom and gloom that goes along with that phrase??) I want them to use strategies (5 finger rule, read the first chapter, etc.) to determine if a book is just right for them or not. I don't want their identity as a reader to be all wrapped up in a letter from the alphabet. If they are using their strategies and I am holding them accountable by conferencing with them consistently, then they should be sticking fairly close to their level in their book choices anyway.
I also want to have more meaningful discussions about genre. We have our 9 weeks laid out in a curriculum map already. Do you know how much time we have for genre? One week, cupcakes. I'm thinking I'm going to have to find extra ways to talk about genre - don't you agree?
I found myself nodding my head in agreement when Donalyn mentioned readers who choose "low-brow" texts at first (Captain Underpants, anyone? Goosebumps?). I will admit it. I am a book snob. I am also a hypocrite. I go home and read the very James Patterson thrillers she mentioned!!!! HA! So, guess what else I'm going to do? You got it - add a Captain Underpants and Goosebumps basket to my library. I have to meet those readers somewhere, right?
What are your thoughts? I'm really interested to hear about how you feel about leveled readers in regards to the freedom our kids need to choose their books. How long do you spend teaching genre initially? Do you have any suggestions as to how I can stretch it out without taking away from the other standards I need to teach? I love that I have a new community of teacher peeps I can come to!
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Hi Friend! I, too, am a book snob. But, being in the media center, I've had to sorta change my ways. Let this quote from Maya Angelou sink in, "Any book that helps a child to form a habit of reading, to make reading one of his deep and continuing needs, is good for him." - and I promise that you will feel better (much, much better) about putting Captain Underpants in a kid's hands. :)ReplyDelete
I plan to use leveled readers with my guided groups only. While the remaining students will IDR with their chosen books from the library. I usually teacher genre as a word of the day, which lasts for 2 weeks and then we play a search find game using their basal. I am going to still do this, but am also going to try to introduce them to genre this year using the read aloud as charting them as we go. So do you use the basal? My school uses Treasure, which includes a Read Aloud, + 2 stories to help teach the skill.ReplyDelete
@Angie - So true!! I'm glad I'm not the only book snob! :-)ReplyDelete
@Mrs. Shepherd - We do not use a basal. Our school has been strictly Reader's Workshop for the last 10 years. I like your idea of only using leveled readers during guided reading. I also think that through more frequent reading conferences, I'll be able to help my kiddos make sure they aren't reading books that are too hard OR too easy.
Libraries are a great leveling tool; everyone can access plenty of books and reading material, free of charge. Kids Reading Program Reviews Parents that take an interest in reading activities at home create positive influences with their children when it comes to reading achievement, language comprehension and expressive language skills.ReplyDelete


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Miliband demands new Savile probe
Labour has called for the Government to set up an independent inquiry into the Jimmy Savile sex abuse scandal to "do right by the victims".
Culture Secretary Maria Miller earlier dismissed demands for an independent inquiry, saying she was "confident" BBC chiefs were taking the claims "very seriously".
But speaking to ITV1's The Agenda, Labour leader Ed Miliband said the BBC's internal investigations were not enough: "These are horrific allegations. In order to do right by the victims I don't think the BBC can lead their own inquiry. We need a broad look at all the public institutions involved - the BBC, parts of the NHS and Broadmoor. This has got to be independent."
Labour wants an independent inquiry to have the power to demand documentation and witnesses. It should look into Savile's activities at the BBC, Stoke Mandeville hospital and Broadmoor, the party said.
"I think we now have enough set of allegations and further allegations to know this is not some isolated set of incidents," Mr Miliband said. "This seems to be a pattern of activity which spanned a number of institutions. As I say, I just think about the victims in this. This is absolutely horrific and will scar people for life. And I think for them, the BBC - good institution though it is - I don't think they can lead their own inquiry."
Ms Miller told the Commons that the allegations had "wide-ranging implications for a number of public institutions" but rejected calls for an outside inquiry to restore the public's faith, warning it could hamper police investigations.
"In terms of a wider inquiry, we have a police investigation on-going at the moment," she said. "Everybody would agree that it is really important that those individuals who have been victims know that that investigation can go on unfettered and that that should be our priority at this stage."
She added: "The BBC has launched three separate investigations, as the House will be aware. The first will look particularly at the allegations with regard to the item on Savile which was inappropriately pulled from Newsnight."
Ms Miller later denied she was prejudging a BBC inquiry with the use of the word "inappropriately". Aides said that she got her words wrong and had meant to say "allegations that an item on Savile was inappropriately pulled".
A spokesman for the Government said: "Nothing has been ruled out, however, it would be incredibly premature to pre-judge the outcome of the two BBC inquiries and the police investigation."


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The following information describes the optimal care that should be provided at each step of the cancer pathway.
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For information about mesothelioma, call Cancer Council on 13 11 20. Qualified cancer nurses at Cancer Council can answer your questions about the effects of cancer, explain what will happen during treatment and link you to support groups and other community resources.
If you need an interpreter, call TIS (the Translating and Interpreting Service) on 1314 50. For support and advice for carers, call the Carers Association on 1800 242 636.
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Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre Has general and tumour-specific information, primarily focused on the post-treatment survivorship phase • Telephone: (03) 9656 5207 • Website: www.petermac.org/cancersurvivorship
National Health Services Directory A directory providing information on local hospital and community services • Website: www.nhsd.com.au
Asbestos Diseases Research Institute Provides information on Mesothelioma and referral to support groups and programmes.• Telephone: 1300 237 400• Website www.adri.org.au
beyondblue: the national depression initiative Information on depression, anxiety and related disorders, available treatment and support services • Telephone: 1300 22 4636 • Website: www.beyondblue.org.au
Cancer Australia Information on cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and supportive care for Australians affected by cancer, and their families and carers • Telephone: 1800 624 973 • Website: www.canceraustralia.gov.au
The Bernie Banton Foundation Information on mesothelioma, available treatment and support services.• Telephone: 1800 031 731• Website: www.berniebanton.com.au
Cancer Council (operated by Cancer Council Victoria) A confidential telephone support services for people affected by cancer. • Telephone: 13 11 20 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5.30pm) • Website: www.cancervic.org.au
Care Search: Palliative Care Knowledge network Information for patients and carers on living with illness, practical advice on how to care, and finding services • Telephone: (08) 7221 8233 • Website: www.caresearch.com.au
Clinical versions of the optimal care pathways have been developed for clinicians and general practitioners www.cancer.org.au/OCP
Your general practitioner (GP) will assess your symptoms. The main symptoms are swollen or painful abdomen, loss of appetite, loss of weight, and night sweats. Your GP will conduct a physical examination and order tests.
Because peritoneal mesothelioma results from the ingestion of asbestos fibres, it is important to mention any asbestos exposure that may have occurred in the past to alert your doctor to this risk factor.
Tests you may have:
Your GP should also discuss your needs (including physical, psychological, social and information needs) and recommend sources of reliable information and support.
If cancer is suspected, you will be referred to a specialist for further testing. Your GP will provide the specialist with information about your medical history and results of the initial tests.
It can be helpful to bring a family member or friend with you to your appointments.
To determine whether or not you have peritoneal mesothelioma, the specialist will conduct one or more of the following tests:
Magnetic fields and radio waves are used to take pictures of inside the body.
A small tissue sample (a biopsy) is taken from the abdomen to examine under a microscope. The sample can be taken by keyhole surgery, called a laparoscopy, or using a needle guided by a CT scan.
It can be helpful to contact peer support groups, and support groups for carers.
For a list of questions to ask your doctor visit http://www.cancer.org.au/about-cancer/after-a-diagnosis/questions-to-ask-your-doctor.html
To ensure you receive the best care, your specialist will arrange for a team of health professionals to plan your treatment based on your preferences and needs. Your specialist will tell you when the team will be discussing your case.
Your team will plan your ongoing care, and should discuss the different treatment options with you including the likely outcomes, possible side effects and the risks and benefits.
You might want to ask for more time before deciding on your treatment, or ask for a second opinion. Your doctor may also suggest you consider taking part in a clinical trial. Let your team know about any complementary therapies you are using or thinking about trying. Some therapies may not be appropriate, depending on your medical treatment.
Chemotherapy is the most common form of treatment. It may be given to try to shrink the cancer or slow its growth.
If you have advanced mesothelioma, you may be offered debulking surgery where as much of the cancer is removed as possible. The aim of surgery is to stop the spread of disease and relieve pressure on vital organs.
Peritonectomy (or cytoreductive surgery) may be carried out in certain cases if the cancer has not spread, where the aim is to remove as much, if not all, of the visible tumour.
The surgery may also be combined with the infusion of heated chemotherapy (heated intraoperative intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC)). This treatment is only carried out by a very small number of surgeons in Australia.
Paracentesis can provide pain relief in patients with ascites (fluid build-up in the abdomen). A small tube is inserted to allow the fluid to drain out of the abdomen into a bottle.
Often patients have no symptoms either at diagnosis or after the initial surgery. In this case no further treatment is given and your specialist may advise watchful waiting, and dealing with symptoms as they arise.
Palliative treatment will be used at different stages to relieve various symptoms and help to improve your quality of life.
For more information about treatment and treatment side effects ask your doctor or visit www.cancer.org.au/about-cancer/types-of-cancer/mesothelioma.html
Your doctor should discuss your needs with you during and after treatment (including physical, psychological, social and information needs) and may refer you to another service or health professional for different aspects of your care.
After treatment is completed, your doctor should provide you with a treatment summary that details the care you received, including:
Most patients need to see a specialist for regular follow-ups.
You and your GP will receive a follow-up care plan that tells you:
If you need extra help after treatment, your GP or specialist can discuss your needs with you and refer you to appropriate health professionals and/or community organisations.
Side effects: Some people experience side effects (for example tiredness) that continue beyond the end of treatment. Side effects sometimes might not begin until months after treatment has finished. For more information about side effects ask your doctor or visit www.cancervic.org.au/about-cancer/survivors/long-term-side-effects
Advance care plan: Your doctor may discuss with you the option of developing an advance care plan. An advance care plan is a formal way of setting out your wishes for future medical care. For more information about advance care planning ask your doctor or visit www.advancecareplanning.org.au
Palliative care: This type of treatment could be used at different stages to help you with pain relief, to reduce symptoms or to help improve your quality of life. For more information about palliative care ask your doctor or visit www.palliativecare.org.au
There can be cost implications at each stage of the cancer care pathway, including costs of treatment, accommodation and travel. There can be substantial out-of-pocket costs if you are having treatment in a private health service, even if you have private health insurance. You can discuss these costs with your doctor and/or private health insurer for each type of treatment you may have.
Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos in the majority of cases. If you can identify how you were exposed to asbestos, including from work, you may be eligible for compensation and support. Each state has different schemes for compensation.
You may also be able to initiate a private claim against the responsible company – it is recommended that you contact a specialist asbestos litigation lawyer that deals with such claims.
If you are experiencing financial difficulties due to your cancer treatment you can contact the social worker at your local hospital.
For more information about cost of treatment ask your doctor or visit http://canceraustralia.gov.au/affected-cancer/living-cancer/dealing-practical-aspects-cancer/costs-treatment
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