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Hi guys, it's me, that girl katie, If you have been following along you know that this year has been the hardest year of my life.
I had many friends tell me "Katie, you have a lot on your plate". I could hear what they were saying but at the time I was just doing what I needed to do which felt like being on a moving sidewalk putting one foot in front of the other trying not to fall down. But all the hardship I have experienced is nothing compared to my sister fighting for her life and having to saying goodbye.
Over the year quotes have really helped me and at times I held on tight to a few of them and still do. So, I thought today I would share a few that really ring loud in my ear.
And this quote I hold very close to my heart.
Do you have any quotes that ring loud in your ear?


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Beauty & wellness
The Powerful Bloom of Flower Essence
I met Lindsay Fauntleroy in the middle winter. We were both studying Five Element Chinese medicine and Alchemical Healing with Master Lorie Dechar, and had just started a year-long course of study. It was the largest snowstorm of the season, and we were tucked away at the Stony Point Center in upstate New York, working with the seasons and the elements-- examining nature's ability to heal and awaken the spirit. Over the course of that weekend and the year, Lindsay introduced me to the magic of flower essences. Since then I have become both a patient and a student (I am currently enrolled in her Flower Essence Certification course). I am constantly inspired by the way she works, and the soul healing that is possible with the use of flower essences, so I asked her to describe them and how they work.
What are flower essences?
Flower essences are vibrational plant remedies used to help us get out of our own way so that we can live fully and authentically. Often when I am speaking about flower essences, they get confused with essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy. Flower essences are like a sibling to essential oils, and they are taken internally very much like you would take an herbal supplement. I have a student who once brilliantly called flower essences "vitamins for the soul," and I think that is spot on.
How do they work?
We often hear that at any given time, we are only using 10% of our brain. The other 90% is our subconscious mind.
The analogy is like that of an iceberg. The tip of the iceberg that peaks above the water represents our conscious mind: what we can actively perceive with our five senses, study, memorize, and mentally process of at any given time. But beneath the surface? That's where the magic is. Our habits, our instincts, our autonomic nervous system are all relegated to that 90% that we don't have to think about. And it's a good thing too, because imagine how difficult our lives would be if we had to remind ourselves to breathe or remind our hearts to beat. Can you imagine? Most of us wouldn't make it.
The problem is that our subconscious mind also contains an encyclopedia of conditioned responses and beliefs that were formed primarily as infants, in early childhood and in situations of high stress of trauma. In psychotherapy, these patterns are called maladaptive schemas; in yogic philosophy, these patterns are called samskaras. These emotional responses and beliefs, which are often in conflict to our stated (conscious) intentions, are accessed rapidly without us even being aware of it.
This is where the magic of flower essences come in. They bring awareness to the subconscious habits, behaviors and beliefs that no longer serve us so that we can evolve into our fullest potential. It's like taking a flashlight down deep under the water to look at "what's down there?" beneath the waters. As we examine that part of the iceberg,that 90%, change begins to happen. We can start consciously creating new responses to situations, we can start embodying new truths. And as we do so, change starts happening around us.
How did you discover them/start using them?
I was introduced to flower essences about 15 years ago when I was trying to get pregnant. I had recently been diagnosed with premature ovarian failure, and was devastated. As any woman trying to conceive might tell you, the process can bring up literally every fear or insecurity you've ever had in your entire life! A close friend had Bach Flower remedies in her home medicine cabinet and started offering them to me. I was hooked. They are such a subtle and profound medicine, and I immediately started feeling shifts in my emotions, my mood, and the choices I was making. I felt incredibly aligned. I believe that the flower essences, combined with acupuncture, changed my life. After that, I began to study both flower essences and acupuncture with the intention of integrating the two in a clinical practice.
How do they show up in your practice now?
The majority of patients in my practice are prescribed flower essences as a tool for deepening the work we begin in our sessions together. In that way, patients can stay at the center of their own healing journey, and they are able to bring a little piece of magic home with them. I work with a repertory of over 500 flower essences, and my patients are often relieved to find that there's a bit of plant medicine to help them get underneath mental or emotional blocks that they've been experiencing for years.
I've also recently introduced a line of five-element inspired flower essences, which makes it possible for my patients to share flower essences to their friends, family and loved ones.
What is your go to flower essence right now?
I'm using a lot of the flower essences that resonate with the Fire Element. In Chinese Medicine, the Fire element corresponds to how we connect with others, as well as how we experience the emotions of joy and love. I personally love how this ancient philosophy really holds true in modern times! So many people coming into my clinic are concerned with their most important relationships, even if our work together began with their physical health or career. The energy of the Fire Element gifts us with the capacity to reflect on how we interact with others, and the flower essences open us to new ways of seeing and being so that those relationships can evolve.
I am prescribing a lot of OPEN, which is a blend for opening the heart and gaining insight into the ways we block our hearts with distrust or fear. I'm also prescribing WHOLEHEARTED, because it is such a great ally for broken-heartedness, and that feeling of disconnection and apathy that arises when we are disconnected from ourselves. And then of course, in this political climate, I've been working quite a bit with a formula I call QUEENDOM, which supports women as they step into positions of leadership with confidence and the ability to listen to their intuition. It's like the "Wonder Woman" of my Elementals collection!
Lindsay Fauntleroy is a licensed acupuncturist, certified flower essence therapist, Alchemical Transformation Coach, and a certified Yoga Alliance yoga instructor. She practices in Manhattan and Brooklyn and teaches certification courses in Flower Essences, Business, and Women's Leadership.
Lindsay's Favorites
It's so hard to pick a few flower essences that are favorites- there are so many that I love!
Pretty Face (Flower Essence Services)
Many women in my practice face challenges accepting the beauty of their bodies. Pretty Face helps us to accept our own unique beauty and confidently shine it out into the world. It's really helpful for those who are trying to gain weight, lose weight, or desire to change any aspect of their appearance, because it helps us to accept the premise "I am fundamentally beautiful, no matter what."
Indian Pink (Flower Essence Services)
Life in the city tends to be a very frenetic! There are always lots of activities, events, demands on our time. I offer Indian Pink (Flower Essence Services) to my patients who have a lot going on. Indian Pink supports them "in the midst of their crazy," and helps them to effectively prioritize their to-do lists.
Deerbrush (Flower Essence Services)
Deerbush is also one of my favorites these days. Deerbrush helps us to align our heart and mind. In our society, which is so focused on logic and reason, it is often easy to bypass the desires of the heart for something that seems to "make more sense". We are often so used to doing this that we don't even realize that deep down, we want something else. Deerbrush helps to bring that awareness to the surface, so that we can be more clear and honest in our interaction with life.
Holly (Bach Flower Essence)
When we look at Holly, the plant itself, we see this tiny, delicate flower surrounded by thick, thorn-like leaves. In the same way, we often build a tough exterior to block the vulnerability of our hearts. Holly is a great heart balm -- it helps ease anger and distrust. I use it any time there is anger or jealousy, or any emotion, really, that gets in the way of connection.
White Chestnut (Bach Flower Essence)
is a go-to flower at any time of the year because it helps to still the mind! It's a great tool for those who are developing a meditation or mindfulness practice because it helps to bring awareness to the repetitive thoughts that circle around in our heads. I find with White Chestnut, many of my patients are able to sleep better, meditate longer, or just simply be more present in their day without living "in their heads."
Where to buy
Elementals FE blends -- www.oceansandrivers.com/shop
FES Flower Essence Services -- http://www.fesflowers.com
Bach Flower Essences -- www.bachflower.com, amazon.com, or whole foods
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Download times
Cutting Edge releases are usually available on Friday and Saturday nights after 11:00pm Eastern time. This is done so that this test software is not accidentally loaded onto customer devices during the times when installers could be in the home. If you attempt to download at any other time, you will get the current national release, which could result in lost recordings or settings.
Opting out or going back to national release software
If you no longer wish to test Cutting Edge software, follow the download procedure during regular daytime hours. This will load national release software on your receiver. Consult the release notes for the software you have downloaded; in some cases reverting to an earlier release can cause lost recordings.
How to download
- Reboot the receiver. This can be done by pressing {MENU} then choosing "Settings&Help," "Settings," "Reset," "Restart Receiver."
- Press the {DASH} button to the left of the zero to confirm.
- When you see the first blue screen, enter the following sequence on the remote: 0 2 4 6 8
- If you have been successful, you will see a blue screen indicating that your receiver is searching for new software. If you see the regular DIRECTV graphic, you have not been successful.
If you change your mind while downloading
You can safely stop a download before it reaches 90% by pressing the red reset button on your receiver. After 90%, you're committed to the download process.
Some tips
- It may take you some practice to get the sequence right. On some receivers the window is very short.
- Some people have found it useful to put leading zeroes in to try to help with timing, example pressing "00002468."
- On older receivers or DVRs, it may be necessary to use a remote set for IR mode for this process.
- If you have manually set your receiver to use a codeset other than 00001, you may need to keep a second remote handy set to the 00001 codeset in order to download.
- The process will pause several times between 90% and 97%. This is normal.
- If your receiver fails to load any release for about 15 minutes, it will reboot with the old software in place.
Some content in this post is based on material originally appearing at DBSTalk.com. No copyright infringement is intended.


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Secure the Engine to Your Business Future/
People use mobile devices, as James Hailey Jr. blogged, "for almost everything they do in their day to day activities like listening to music, work, social applications, and calendar functions. They allow people to immediately get information and access different resources. In today's world, there are more mobile devices than there have ever been in recent years and companies are just realizing the potential opportunities that exist."
As Daniel Newman blogged, "cloud, mobile devices, Big Data, and social media have become a permanent fixture of today's business. From solopreneurs to global enterprises, companies are more connected than ever before to their customers, employees, shareholders, and stakeholders. Enabled by connectivity and powered by the cloud, this is more than just Marketechture, this is the engine of our business future."
"By embracing social tools in the cloud," Rebecca Buisan blogged, "organizations can now attract new customers while at the same time better serve their existing clients, employees, and business partners."
While cloud and mobile are enabling social business, it is not all blue skies and rainbows. The age of the mobile device is still young, so as you embrace, with youthful exuberance, the convenience of the mobile-app-portal-to-the-cloud computing model, convenience should not trump security.
As Marissa Tejada blogged, despite your employees' hands being full of business-enabling mobile devices, too few organizations are making sure mobility and security go hand in hand. Especially when BYOD puts personal devices into business hands.
One example Allan Pratt blogged about is iOS7's AirDrop feature, which uses a combination of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi ad-hoc networks. "The bottom line," Pratt explained, "is that while AirDrop may sound like a good idea in theory, it needs more security embedded into it for data transfers to be considered. For SMBs, this means you should be wary of new technology until it has been proven safe and effective for the enterprise. You don't want your data walking out the door without your knowledge."
With big data providing the 1.21 gigawatts (often with a lot more than 1.21 gigabytes) of power, social, cloud, and mobile technology is the flux capacitor driving companies of all sizes forward to the future of business. Just as lightning never strikes twice, you don't want to end up looking back in time, second-guessing why you didn't secure the engine to your business future.
This post was written as part of the IBM for Midsize Business program, which provides midsize businesses with the tools, expertise and solutions they need to become engines of a smarter planet. I've been compensated to contribute to this program, but the opinions expressed in this post are my own and don't necessarily represent IBM's positions, strategies, or opinions.
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In my shop you will find : men jewelry , jewelry for women , mens bracelets , gold necklace , anklets , sterling silver necklace , leather bracelets , mens necklaces , necklace for girlfriend , body jewelry turquoise jewelry , fashion jewelry , personalized jewelry .
My name is Rony, and I'm an Israeli jewelry designer.
I live in a small town near the Mediterranean and I love the sea....
I have always loved art and creating things with my hands. I studied Fashion Design in High School and have kept on with it ever since.
For many years, my day job was as an Investment broker in a bank,but I always dreamed to engage in art.
A few years ago, once I had the option, I left the bank, and opened a small independent jewelry design business, With the loving support of my family.
I am, makes, photograph and advertises my jewelry by myself
And enjoying every minute (:
I feel blessed waking up every morning, doing what I love in my studio.
I believe in following your heart, living your dream, and sharing joy with others.


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Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD)
The EMD course.
The APCO EMD Course is based on the NHTSA's National Standard Curriculum for EMD. Completion of the APCO Institute EMD Course means that the student has met all of the requirements of National Standard Curriculum—an important point for states that require compliance with the national curriculum.
Topics covered provide the student with the knowledge to answer calls for emergency medical service and properly prioritize the response. The course also provides the student with the knowledge needed to convey proper pre-arrival instructions to the caller when needed.
- EMD Roles and Responsibilities
- Legal and Liability Issues in EMD
- National and State Standards for EMD
- Resource Allocation
- Layout and Structure of the APCO Institute EMD Guidecards
- Obtaining Information from Callers
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Chief Complaint Types
- Quality Assurance & Recertification
- Stress Management
The classroom setting provides practical exercises that help the new EMD become familiar with the theories and practices of EMD. Students practice with their agency's EMD Guidecards in simulated EMD calls. Completion of this course is required for enrollment in the EMD Instructor course.
Note: The online EMD Course requires students to attend a web seminar in week three and a practical practice conference call in week six. The week three web seminar lasts approximately one hour. The week six practical practice conference call lasts around 1.5 hours. The final practical practice is completed by a one-on-one conference call with the instructor at the end of the course.
These sessions may or may not be during the student's regularly scheduled work time, especially if the student works overnight. Arrangements will/may have to be made at the agency level to allow the student to attend these required sessions.
CDEs Earned: 32
Requires completion of a formal, basic 40-hour telecommunicator course or training and current CPR certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or equivalent.
To recertify, all APCO Institute Certified Emergency Medical Dispatchers must provide proof every two years of 24 hours (12 hours per certification year) of approved continuing dispatch education (CDE), proof of a current CPR certification as stated above and must pass the EMD recertification exam.
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china bicycle madness yes madness!! this post is more a documentation about livestyle in china, not a photographic post...this year, my 12th or 14th trip to china brought me to guangzhou, bejing and lanzhou lanzhou is in the north of china with a muslim, tibet and china community in this city. but this time i...Read More


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Hi all!
Wondering if anyone has suggestions for ways to exercise that don't involve a gym. I can't really afford a membership right now, and over summer the drive will be too far. Any ideas?
Right now, I'm going for push bike rides around the lake when I have time. When I go home for summer, I'm going to go to aquarobics with my mum (it's funny, I'm the youngest by like 20 years!), and I'll see if I can get my sister to go to yoga with me. After summer when I come back to Canberra for uni, I'm going to join a dance school and do 1 or 2 classes per week of jazz, hip hop funk, or maybe even beginners ballet (my mum says she'll shout me that, so I'm alright financially there!)
But in the mean time, anyone got other ideas? I like my exercise fast paced and fun, something that I want to do for a reason other than exercise.


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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
To make the sauce, combine tomato sauce, ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Lightly spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Take a half-slice of bacon and coat it in the sauce. Wrap the sauce-covered bacon around a shrimp and place it, seam side down, on the baking sheet.
Repeat with the rest of the bacon and shrimp.
Bake in the oven until the shrimp are cooked through and the bacon is crispy, 10 to 15 minutes.


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The reason I haven't posted lately is because I've been in Halifax at the Canadian Public Relations Society National Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia. I'd like to start off by saying that Halifax is one of the most beautiful cities in Canada. It was my first time visiting any of Canada's maritime provinces and I was quite impressed. The people were friendly, the city was walkable, the buildings were nice
Maybe I've just spent too much time in a concrete wasteland over the past year.
The conference itself was great, but I was disappointed when during Joseph Thornley's presentation less than half of the communicators in the room said that the used Facebook. A handful even knew what Twitter was, and only a slightly larger group raised their hands when asked if they wrote a blog. I'm sure that the session was inspiration for Joe's post about how social media authorship is mandatory for credibility as an advisor.* Similarly, I question why the CPRS Toronto website is so often out of date, and why they can't just switch to a blog format. Since the CPRS members are supposed to the creme de la creme of Canada's professional communicators, shouldn't their society reflect the latest trends and advances in communications?
Part of the reason there are so many "social media experts" out there these days is that it doesn't take much to rise above the average level of social media knowledge. Compared to the many great and otherwise brilliant PR pros that I might at the conference, I'd pretty much say that anyone who reads this blog (or any blog) could be considered a social media expert.
To those Halifax Twitterheads that invited me to the Monday-night Tweetup: Thank you! I'm sorry I couldn't make it, but lobster dinner at the shore club was calling my name.
Last week we also had the most recent installment of Thirsty Thursday, a monthly gathering of Toronto's most brilliant young communicators. The weather was great, and we totally took over the patio at the The Central. Not only was there free foosball, but the waitress had an incredible memory for drink orders.
If you're not already a member, join the Thirsty Thursday Facebook group, and we'll invite you out to the next one.
In fact, since our friend Michael Allison is going to be in town, some of us will probably be getting together late next week.
Now it's time for an afternoon of playing soccer and watching the Euro cup (I'm cheering for Sweden, but mostly just hoping that Germany loses).
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Only three days after the horrifying attack on a Latin music night in a gay bar in Orlando, I've decided to write about the physical manifestations of grief, and some tools for working through it. Partially, this post is for myself and my own processing, since as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, this hit me very hard personally. I hope it offers you some reprieve too, for whatever type of grief you're experiencing. The tools here are useful for all types - communal grief like Orlando or the loss of a friend, a family member, a beloved pet, a relationship, and more.
Grief can of course manifest very differently person to person, but for many it comes in three forms. A sense of physical heaviness (did you know the phrase "heavy heart" has been around in the English language since at least 1300?), a sense of disconnectedness from the world despite feeling heavy, and a burning anger that usually doesn't have a clear outlet.
So what can be done with these giant, seemingly overwhelming sensations and the emotions that pair with them? Here are a few things to try.
Breathe. Think of the breath you take when you sigh or yawn. It's a full lung breath, all the way from your diaphragm at the base of your ribcage to the tops of your lungs, all the way up under your first rib, under your collarbones. Try placing your hands around different parts of your ribcage (front, back, sides, up, down) and breathing into the gentle pressure of your hands - literally help yourself open places in yourself that get closed off by grief. Go easy though. Breath is a very powerful tool, and if you disrupt its normal pattern too abruptly, it can set off a sense of panic. If at any moment it feels like too much, pause and back off, then come back later.
Stomp. Do it. Sitting, standing, on grass, on a floor, on a sidewalk, do it. The earth can take your anger. It won't get scared away, no matter how big and fiery your anger is. Stomp so that you can feel your own connection the ground. Feel your bones reverberate with the impact. (If you aren't in a physical place where you can full out stomp, just a few strong taps with your heels can do a lot of good.)
Define your space. Bring your hands in front of you. How far do you extend your hands in front until you've found what feels like the edge of your space? To the sides? Backwards? Above your head? In the midst of grief, that boundary could be really close or really far away, and both are okay. Find out for yourself, what kind of boundary is it? Acknowledge it and its importance. Is it the space of your sadness, of your anger, of safety, or of something else? Does it have a hard edge or a soft edge? Does it change if you define it with your hands in a different position?
Cry and laugh. Both are enormously physiologically important for dealing with stress and grief. If you feel like you can't cry or can't laugh, be patient with yourself and they'll show up in their own time.
Got some more tools that have helped you? Feel free to leave them in the comments so other people can try them too. Also, go find someone to give you a really good, solid hug.
Versions of this article can also be found on the Seattle Globalist, Elephant Journal, and the Feldenkrais Guild of North America.


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Today I'm going to show you how I make this super cute little cabochon and felt flower.
I first ordered these little rose cabochons to use in making my ribbon bookmarks. You can pick up these pretty little cabochons at Dime Store Emporium. If there is a specific color you want make sure you mention it to Terri in the "note to seller" part, otherwise her company will randomly choose the colors you receive.
I had a bunch left over so I decided to use them to craft flower brooches/re-usable bows.
First I grab a cabochon and decide what color felt I want to work with. In this case I'm using black and hot pink felt for this pastel pink rose cabochon.
Using the cabochon as a guide, I cut the felt into a circle leaving about 1/4 to 1/2 inch of space between each layer. I have one small circle and one larger circle for each flower.
Next, I cut little "V" slits around the circle to make petals. I usually cut out five little v's per circle.
Once all my petals are cut, I head on over to my nifty sewing machine to attach the felt layers together. I use my sewing machine because I HATE sewing by hand.
I just stitch them together going over back and forth several times to make sure they're secure. I stick to center of the flower so that the stitches will be hidden once I glue the cabochon onto it. Once I have secured the petals, it's time to finish the backing of the brooch.
I cut out a rectangle that is big enough to hold the safety-pin in place. Short enough to fit inside the safety-pin, but long enough to have sufficient space to glue the felt onto the back of the flower.
Using a hot glue gun, I attach the safety-pin and rectangle to the flower. I apply hot glue on one side of the safety-pin and attach that to the flower, then apply more hot glue to the other side of the safety-pin and press to secure. The backing is now finished.
Using sand paper, sand the backs of the cabochons. I do this so that the glue will adhere to the cabochons and secure it to the flower.
Next, I use my trusty tube of E6000 to secure my cabochon to the felt flower. Just a dab on the back of the cabochon and then attach onto the felt flower. Let it sit undisturbed overnight so that the glue has time to dry.
This is what happens when I used too much glue. It seeps out the sides.
Once dried, I attach them to the boxes that I send out to my customers. Whenever a customer orders an item from my shop, I always wrap it up. I think these little pretties adds a sweet touch.
You're probably asking yourself, "Why so many methods of attaching the flowers?" Well, I used to just sew the felt together, then secured everything else with hot glue. One time, the hot glue didn't hold the cabochon onto the felt, so that's when I started using the E6000 glue. You probably could just use the E6000 glue for all the steps to secure, but it takes time for the glue to dry. "Ain't nobody got time for that!" So thus the many different methods of securing the flower together.
You can re-use the flower for gifts, or wear it as a brooch to add a pop of color to your wardrobe.
I hope you enjoyed my tutorial. It's my first tutorial, I apologize if something doesn't make sense. If you have any questions, just leave me a comment and I will do my best to answer your questions.
Happy crafting and thanks for stopping by.


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Anime Boston, the largest anime convention in New England, announced its convention dates for the next four years today. The three-day convention, which is celebrating its tenth year in 2012 and ranks among the top ten of anime convention attendance nationwide, will remain at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, Mass. for the next four years.
Anime Boston will be held on the following dates:
Anime Boston 2012: April 6-8, 2012
Anime Boston 2013: May 24-26, 2013
Anime Boston 2014: March 21-23, 2014
Anime Boston 2015: April 3-5, 2015
"Anime Boston has been a part of a tremendous community full of friends and family of all ages," said Christian Daly, president of the New England Anime Society. "We plan to be a part of the community for years to come."


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John J. Flanagan appears in the following:
New York State Budget
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
New York State Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries, representing central Brooklyn (D-57) and New York State Senator John J. Flanagan (R-2) discuss the budget negotiations in Albany.
→ Listen, Read a Recap, and Add Your Comments at It's A Free Country
Jeffries and Flanagan on Albany's Budget Battle
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
If you look at the folks who are in that category, and most of us would certainly like to be in that category, they pay a whopping disproportionate percentage of the taxes right n...
Previewing Andrew Cuomo's Budget Address
Tuesday, February 01, 2011
Hakeem Jeffries, New York State Assemblyman (D-57) representing central Brooklyn, and Senator John J. Flanagan, New York State (R) 2nd Senate District, preview the New York State budget announcement later today.
Note: Today at 1pm watch the budget address live online at the It's A Free Country homepage.
State Senators on Cuomo
Tuesday, January 04, 2011
State Senators Liz Krueger (D-26) and John J. Flanagan (R-2) take a first look at newly seated Governor Cuomo and the other news of the day.
First Impressions: Cuomo and the State Senate
Tuesday, January 04, 2011
We're spending about a billion dollars a week on Medicaid, so when you have a 10 billion dollar deficit, anyone who thinks we're going to somehow walk away from this problem witho...
Licensed to Drive
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Governor Spitzer announced that illegal immigrants will be eligible to get New York State driver's licenses. We get a variety of viewpoints, from New York State Senators John J. Flanagan (R-2nd, Suffolk County) and Jose M. Serrano (D-28th, The Bronx and East Harlem), the Mayor of Danbury, Connecticut Mark Boughton, ...


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Shy and awkward, Mimi has just moved from Perry Ridge to Etherall Valley.
She's been medicated and seeing a psychiatrist for three years and she's about to find out she's not crazy after all.
On a good day, Cassie is bubbly and fun. On any other day she's snarky and scornful. But she has great hair.
Cassie is a vegetarian. She doesn't understand how anyone could eat animals.
Cute, warm and friendly, Gabe is one of the most sought-after guys at Etherall Valley Prep … and he kinda knows it.
However, he's a really sweet, understanding guy. Sometimes a little too understanding.
Mona has attitude and loves to laugh. She can see the funny side of almost anything. She's also the best mover on the dance floor.
She's got a fantastic memory for facts and loves playing with Google Translate.
Patience is quiet and kind, but always seems worried. She doesn't always go home for the weekends like the other kids because her family find it hard to transport her to and from the school. They don't have a car.
Patience is a good listener, an even better secret keeper, and always has a pen handy.
Ed surfs. He's growing dreads. And he loves math.
And he thinks saying anything else would just be unnecessary complication.
Drew's a Lit geek and a sometimes-Goth. He doesn't make friends, except maybe with Patience.
He never expected Mimi to come to his school.
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The Henderson Chamber of Commerce honors small businesses doing extraordinary work in Southern Nevada through its annual awards program. The Small Business Awards were designed to acknowledge Henderson Chamber Members in a variety of different categories.
In order to be considered as a finalist for this year's awards program, you must complete a submission packet. Your company does not need to be nominated to submit for the awards.
All the details, including a timeline and details on the category requirements are included in the submission packet. You can download the submission packet by clicking the link below.
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There we are. Us two.
Zion turned 4 years and me, Im hitting the four-zero. LOVE IT!
We're inviting you to our BIRTHDAY BEACH HANG-OUT with Ashtanga Yoga, StandUpPaddle, Kids Yoga, snacks and more on
Saturday, 9 SEPTEMBER 2017 my birthday
PRAIA DA DUQUESA, CASCAIS, Portugal
at BEYOND BOARDS Beach Station (in front of Duche Bar/Capriciosa)
9:00a - 1p.
Below, there're the details about the activities, how to reserve your spot and a little bit of my thoughts, why Id love to see you there. Bring your family and friends!
Turning 30 I put myself on "Mission 30" (see post here). This mission was about changing my life. I didn't know, what I was looking for but I took the leap. Along the way it became clearer, more concrete, tangible and SO enjoyable.
Arriving at a point, where past has almost ;) been accepted, future remains unknown (and just always will) I found, my personal "changing my life" story is about worthiness and belonging, faith and inner freedom.
While growing into those beautiful inner values I figured life IS constant change. It's a dance of events and happenings, commitments and surrender, success and failure, love and pain. Its about how I approach it and what I choose and why.
For the next round of 10 years, Im asking myself what is truly essential in my life and how can I make my decisions based on that. Im not fully sure yet. My heart is circulating around trust, abundance, feminine strength, JOY, creation, independence.
Can you relate?
Most important, the path is walked in solitude. Yet, we aren't alone.
Ashtanga Yoga teacher Peter Sansons, who has my utmost respect, in the beginning of his talk he always thanks the organisers of the workshop. He does this in such a peaceful and determined way, that I feel, I could dive in his vast space of gratitude.
He mentions everybody, every little support, who also makes him able to deliver his best to teach every student individually. Last time, he finishes off with this:
"Isn't it beautiful how many people EASE our path every single day".
I felt goosebumps. Because Ive been aware of it all along my way.
We crossed path as well.
That's why we, Zion and I, would love to hang out with you, say thank you and celebrate with you LIFE. With what we love most. Yoga, Ocean, Sport, Nature - and YOU.
So come along!
We'll meet at Praia da Duquesa, CASCAIS, 2750-642, Portugal, at BEYOND BOARDS Beach station. While enjoying a day on the beach here are activities we love to share with you.
We'll be there from around 9a - 1p.
9:30a - 10:30a ASHTANGA YOGA BEACH Session with me from Room For Myself :)
Bring your mat & towel! Everyone is welcome. Kids from age 12 yrs. My gift to you!
11:00a - 12:00p STAND UP PADDLE Instruction Session with Tina from Beyond-Boards
Value: 10 € per person as a special b-day price
11:00a - 12:00p KIDS YOGA with Marcia from Sunshine Yoga Baby & Kids
Kids age 2-5 years. Moms and Dads can join in.
Value: 5 € per kid as a special b-day price
Limited spaces!
The giant board is there for us to have a moment of fun on the water. Whoever wants to jump on is so welcome! We'll arrange it in the morning spontaneously.
DELICIOUS SNACK served by Carmen
From 11:30a Carmen will bring on some delicious veggie muffins.
Invite your family and friends too!
Let's see, what this day will offer!
When you go ahead for an activity, please reserve via eMail to: email@example.com
including the approval of the transfer to:
That'll give us the great opportunity to plan out the activities for you well.
Any doubts, please leave a comment below!
Very excited. Even nervous.
My birthdays I usually spent quiet. But life is change ;).
So much looking forward to you!
With love, gratitude and goosebumps.
Your Stef


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Diyan Achjadi, Regina Granne, Barbara Grinell, Louise Kramer, Sylvia Netzer, Ann Pachner, Beatrice Riese, Carol Ross, Elke Solomon, Nancy Storrow, Janise Yntema
January 6 - January 24, 1998
The title Currents refers to what the individual artists are currently working on and the flow, direction, tendency and trend in their thinking. The group show affords the gallery artists an opportunity to place what developing in their studio into a public context.
Opening Reception: Tuesday, January 6, 6-8pm
Read the full press release here.


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The dictionary defines the adjective, "passive-aggressive," as "a type of behavior or personality characterized by indirect resistance to the demands of others and an avoidance of direct confrontation." That is an apt characterization describing how federal bureaucrats work their will in the immigration ecosphere. The passive-aggressive behaviors show up in efforts by federal immigration officials to enlist and "deputize" third … Continue Reading
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Four Post-Infosys Strategies for Corporate Customers and Consultants to Minimize Immigration RisksPosted in B-1 Visas, Business Visitors, Courts on Immigration Law, DOL, Employment-Based Immigration, Enforcement/DOL, Enforcement/USICE, Foreign policy, General Immigration, H-1B Visas, Homeland Security, I-9s, Immigration Discrimination, Immigration Law Complexity, Immigration Lawyers, Immigration Portfolio Management, Immigration Regulations, Immigration terminology, Legal Representation, Obama Administration on Immigration, Trade in Services, USCIS
Samuel Herbert, Her Majesty's Home Secretary from 1931-32 (the British equivalent of the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security), could well have been speaking about two recent immigration-related events when he quipped that "bureaucracy" is "a difficulty for every solution."
One is an October 30 Settlement Agreement between Indian It consulting giant, Infosys, and the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern … Continue Reading
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One of the most challenging elements of comprehensive immigration reform (CIR) has long been the need for consensus on the legal, temporary entry of essential foreign workers. This plan for "future flows" of guest workers is critical if we are to reduce the incentive of unauthorized migrants to crash the border.
The lack of agreement between business and labor over guest-worker … Continue Reading
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As Republicans join Democrats in contemplating reform of the nation's dysfunctional immigration system, the final line of the Pledge of Allegiance ("with liberty and justice for all") is the best place to start.
Revitalizing our broken and outdated 20th Century immigration laws to respond to the needs of 21st Century America will turn in large part on how we face … Continue Reading
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Youthful fans of Saturday Night Live may be forgiven for assuming, however mistakenly, that SNL invented satirical television comedy. The patent for this invention probably ought to go instead to other earlier contenders, Jack Paar, Sid Caesar, Imogene Coco or Steve Allen. While I love these past and present paragons of humor, I'll never forget the laughs my Dad … Continue Reading
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One of the most durable historical myths, Potemkin's villages, involves the trompe-l'œil hamlets purportedly created at the direction of Grigory Potemkin to impress Catherine II during her 1787 trip to Crimea. If director James Cameron of Avatar fame were to reimagine and modernize the fable of Potemkin's villages, he might well place the story, in 3D no doubt, at the Frances Perkins Building on … Continue Reading
Immigration Promises Made, Debts UnpaidPosted in Deportation - Removal, DOL, Employment-Based Immigration, Enforcement/DOL, General Immigration, H-1B Visas, Immigration Agency Expertise, USCIS
Are we a trustworthy nation? The world waits to see if the American government becomes a deadbeat on August 2, when the debt ceiling is hit. Will the country break faith with its creditors? Will it stiff Social Security recipients, the ill and disabled, fallen warriors and others whose lives or fortunes depend on Uncle Sam's unflagging reliability.
Demystifying Immigration MythsPosted in Congress on Immigration, Courts on Immigration Law, DOL, Enforcement/DOL, Enforcement/USICE, Foreign policy, General Immigration, Immigration Agency Expertise, Immigration Law Complexity, Immigration Reform, Immigration terminology, MOUs - Memoranda of Understanding, USCIS
A trip abroad, as I took recently for a speaking gig, often allows intellectual curiosity to gallivant more freely. It also provides opportunities to question accepted truths or cause germinating notions to blossom into convincing arguments, especially if serendipity or divine providence creates chance meetings with strangers. These thoughts crystallized after my return as I read Peggy Noonan's op-ed … Continue Reading
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On February 18 and 19, the University of California (Irvine) hosted a symposium where many of U.S. immigration's Rock-Star professors came together to try and solve "Persistent Puzzles in Immigration Law." The topics covered a wide expanse. A subject discussed that particularly interested me is Congress's often inexplicable delegation of regulatory authority among a surfeit of federal agencies that administer and … Continue Reading


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How do I contact the Chef?
Easy! Just click on the "I'm Ready To Eat!" tab and Chef Shirlé will get back to you within 24 hours.
Do I have to sign a contract?
No way! Life is stressful enough as it is without having to be locked into a service you might not always need, due to travel, family obligations and emergencies. We simply ask for at least a weeks notification of any cancelations. Its that easy.


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It's 2:30 and guess where I'm not? I'm not headed out to do school pick up. Oh yeah, summer is here. The leap from 2nd to 3rd has been made …
… the kitchen has been cleaned of all remnants of last week's flour flying, butter mixing, bear cookie decorating marathon (I only did 90 … Donna, how the heck did you do over 300?)
… the fabric bits and packaging detritus that resulted from 3 baseball coach gifts, 1 teacher gift and 2 principal/secretary gifts has been removed
… the piles of schoolwork have been sorted and filed; the backpack tucked away
… the first day of camp is underway, right along with the celebration of no lunches to pack
… the sun is peaking out and warmer weather around the corner
Time already seems to be going slower. I'll take it. Every last, long minute.


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The Rises and Falls of Web Design: Infographics
Infographics were very popular and they are now. A surprise? Not at all, because infographics are the awesome way of showing complex data, simply and nice, so we decided to present you a list of Infographics of the past 2011.THUMBNAIL_END {/clear} [divineAds]
Infographics were very popular and they are now. A surprise? Not at all, because infographics are the awesome way of showing complex data, simply and nice.
A lot of time has passed since we published the article about Infographics.
It's time to change things, so we decided to present you a list of Infographics of the past 2011.
Hang on!
1. The Designer's Toolkit
Every designer has his / her tools, devices (or whatever you like to call them) which help greatly in their work. So, have a look at this extremely informative infographic which shows the app rate of 180 professionals.
Thanks to Lindsey Savino for this great work.
2. The WordPress Journey
WordPress has raised its potential greatly through the years up to nowadays, when the entire web development industry is hardly imaginable without it.
So, here is infographic revealing the whole history.
3. If Web Browsers Were Celebrities
This infographic is not an educational one, it was created just for fun. Imagine for a moment: what if web browsers were celebrities?
Thanks to walyou.com for this great work.
4. Evolution of Web Design
This one is for those who is interested in history.
We have to be aware of origins, and web design origins are not an exception.
So, do you know how it was coded?
5. True Hollywood Story: Bipeds and the World Wide Web
Everything changes: the world and people. The Internet is certainly not an exception. We adapted to it, changed it and now everything is there no matter what your needs are: money making, entertainment, communication or whatever you can imaging.
This infographic shows how the world of Internet has been changing from starting from 1996 and finishing with 2011.
Thanks to DELANO TAYLOR for this great work.
This list of 5 awesome infographics is generally related to history of web / web design, and what was its own way from 1996 (and even earlier) to nowadays.
I hope this article gives you the whole picture of what we're dealing with. Feel free to share it with your friends, mom / dad and even your dog (which definitely has a Facebook account according to the Internet stories).
And of course let me know what you think about this article, the topic and me personally (but no rocks throwing - I hate it when that happens!).
Just some facts to tweet:
|1. Did you know? 75% designers use Evernote.
|2. Did you know? Photoshop's original name was ImagePro in 1988
|3. Did you know? 52% designers use Google docs and (it's inevitable) Gmail.


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Queseria Chipilo Recalls Cheese Products Because of Possible Health Risk
Queseria Chipilo , Passaic, NJ has announced a recall of Oaxaca String Cheese, Queso Fresco, and Queso Fresco Hoja De Plátano. The FDA press release contains a full listing of date codes and packaging information: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm224300.htm
The recalled cheese products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms, such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, infection can cause miscarriages and still births among pregnant women. This is a reminder that pregnant women and other people with weakened immune systems should not eat soft cheeses.
While no illnesses have been confirmed in connection with this recall, the Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) is investigating several illnesses. In addition, HEALTH's Office of Food Protection has sent inspectors into the community to get the recall information to Spanish markets across the state. Consumers who have purchased these products should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may call the company at 973-685-7148 Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.


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I ran across this video as I was taking a moment to go through some news and updates.
A third culture kid, or TCK, is defined by authors Pollock and Van Reken as someone who was raised in a culture outside of their parents' culture for a significant part of their developmental years. Most missionary kids are TCKs and this video piqued my interest for several reasons.
First, I enjoy stories and to see how these kids have grown up all over the globe is indeed their own unique story. Second, their lives and childhoods are so different than mine. Being married to someone from another culture is a constant reminder of this. Our paradigms for a happy childhood, a good education, justice, etc. are all marked by the different cultures we live in and have experienced. Thirdly, I will most likely raise TCKs. Which is a little unnerving to think about. But then I'm reminded of how the Lord has sovereignly woven my story and can trust that He will be faithful to do the same in the future, but in His own creative way.
I hope you enjoy the video and you get a glimpse into what it looks like to be a TCK.


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Cook's Gun Molds are weapon molding props that are used for making thermoform plastic and custom-fitted leather holsters. These molding props are made from a proprietary plastic/urethane resin composite. They are well-made, strong and water resistant. Cook's Gun Molds are made by a professional holster maker and are molded from an actual live weapon.
Cook's Gun Molds are excellent holster molding props. They are designed and manufactured with the professional holster maker in mind.
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Most U.S. unauthorized immigrants live in just 20 metro areas | Pew Research Center/
"Five of the 20 metros with the largest unauthorized immigrant populations are in California: Los Angeles, Riverside-San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Diego and San Jose. Three – Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin – are in Texas."
"Some of these areas could be affected by the Trump administration's promise to take action against localities that do not cooperate with federal officials in identifying unauthorized immigrants. The president's executive order promises to cut federal funds to these "sanctuary jurisdictions." Mayors in several big cities have said they will not comply with the order"


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Recipe question. I love cheesecake. And I've made it over 50 times. But one time, I had a slice of cheesecake at a restaurant that was totally different than what I'd ever had or the recipes I've used. I don't want creamy, soft cheesecake. I want to make the one I had.
It was almost dry, and dense, and crumbly in consistency, and had a taste that exploded in your mouth. It was, and is my all time favorite. I've been unable to duplicate the mouthfeel, and texture and taste. I've searched and searched and haven't been able to find a recipe that duplicates it. And yes, I've tried all different cheeses (Ricotta, Cottage, etc.) and haven't come close.
So I thought I'd ask here if anyone has a clue?
Anyone out there know a recipe that yields that type of cheesecake? If you share it, I'll make it, post it on my blog and give you full credit.


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Governors From Niger Republic Seen Campaigning with Buhari Pics
Buhari's campaign train stormed Kano state on Thursday, January 31, in continuation of his reelection bid ahead of the forthcoming general elections - The president won election in the state with 1,903,999 votes in 2015 The governors of Zinder and Maradi from Niger Republic were among the dignitaries that attended the mega rally of President Muhammadu Buhari in Kano, Daily Trust reports.
This was revealed in a tweet by Salihu Tanko Yakasai, the media aide of Governor Abdulahi Ganduje of Kano on Thursday, January 31. Legit.ng gathered that Buhari who is seeking a second term in office, won 1,903,999 votes in Kano state in 2015.
It was gathered that Zinder, formerly also spelled Sinder, is the second largest city in Niger, with a population of 170,574; by 2005 its population was estimated to be over 200,000. It is situated 861 km east of the capital Niamey and 240 km north of the Nigerian city of Kano.
Maradi is the third largest city in Niger and the administrative centre of Maradi region. It is seat of the Maradi department and an urban commune. It was reported that originally part of Katsina, a Hausa state, it became independent in the 19th century.
From the early 19th century, Maradi was home to one of several Hausa traditional rump states, formed by rulers and nobility who fled the rise of the emirate.


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Over the past few months, James and I have been busy brainstorming elements for many books, including our Shifters series. I must admit, I've struggled with writer's block at times. However, as Jaime Vendera has pointed out time and time again, "writer's block doesn't exist; you're either inspired or bored." I've meditated on this statement for weeks now and realized that I was indeed inspired during the writing of the Crisis Trilogy (Crisis Artifact, Chaos Pendulum, Catastrophe Scroll). It was a breeze because we already knew the layout of the story from beginning to end across all three books. That was due to the fact that the Crisis Trilogy was a fantasy we'd played out in our minds since we were kids.
Shifters on the other hand, is a brand new story following the life of a young man named Devin Podrick, which we met in Order of 5ive Season One Episode Zero: Origins. I've struggled with elements of Shifters even when James pushed me through our brainstorming sessions. I thought I had writer's block, but it was merely boredom, due to my controlling nature. I am a person who likes to see the entire story before I begin writing it.
Realizing my own flaw of wanting to see the story from page one to the end of the book, I've developed the boredom factor during our recent project, sparring with my own creative consciousness to see the end of the book and flip through the pages in between even before it was written, inhibiting my creative flow. Typically, our chapter by chapter, bullet point by bullet point layout works wonders for our writing, allowing each of us to take a chapter and knock it out in record time. Trying this approach with Shifters, when we weren't even sure where the story was going, and feeling like we had to know every detail before the writing process began, sent me into creative mental roadblocks left and right.
After a few weeks of sad, sad story lines, James suggested that I let go of my controlling nature and allow the book to unfold, just like watching a movie. After all, 711 Press is about watching movies on paper and Kindle. So, we decided to write a chapter at time without our trypical bullet point approach. I wrote chapter one, let it unfold based on loose notes, then handed it off to James, let him write a chapter, and so on, passing it back and forth each time a chapter was finished. (We have extremely similar writing styles.)
This approach reminded me of the old "Choose Your Own Adventure" books like The Warlock of Firetop Mountain and Deathtrap Dungeon by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone. I loved these books because you lead the story by your choices. As you read through the book, you were asked to choose where to turn next after you read a section of the book. You never knew where you'd end up or when the adventure would end. Because of our new approach, I became inspired once again and, with the curious mind of a child, anticipated where James would take me for the next chapter. As I said, we continued this for every chapter of the book and I could not be happier with how Shifters unfolded into an adventure as amazing as the Crisis Trilogy.
My point in this blog is to let other writers know that I now believe that writer's block is a fallacy. As Jaime says, "You're either inspired or bored." Which path you choose is entirely up to you. If you're as controlling a writer as I am, try letting go for once, writing a chapter and not worrying about where the story goes. Don't lead it; let it lead you. Just be happy you're along for the ride. Be excited, be curious, wonder where your thoughts will lead you, without trying to contol the outcome. You'll be blown away by the creative path your mind follows, and in the end, you may end up with a creative work far surpassing what you originally imagined.


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Dance programs for young mature students with previous experience.
ADCE - by audition only
Ensemble of dancers that find joy in sharing their love of dance with the community. Dancers travel and perform both locally and regionally.
Dancers are expected to have a strong background in dance techniques including Jazz and Ballet. Dancers will explore complex balance and tumbling techniques while working to perfect their technique for walkovers, limbers, advanced handsprings, aerials, and partner work. As they merge their dance and acrobatic skills they will begin to accomplish advanced choreography.
In its classical form, pre-teen and teen dancers with previous experience will challenge and broaden their technique.
Advanced Pointe (13-18 years old)
(This class is for intermediate to advanced ballet dancers who have had previous Pointe work. Dancers must have extensive Ballet experience and the permission of the instructor.)
Dancers will explore the styles of Ballet, Jazz, and Modern dance as they fuse and exist in the current world. Dancers are encouraged to have experience in one or all of these styles
Hip Hop
Dancers will learn Hip Hop at a more advanced pace and work on speed and musicality. While studying Hip Hop, dancers will practice fun choreography and work with their peers to explore the style. Dancers will have an easier time transitioning to other styles and working in future Hip Hop classes.
Dancers should have some previous dance experience. These classes will develop a dancer's musicality, speed, memory, and artistry. Dancers will learn complex leaps and turns, improve flexibility, and master new skills weekly.
Dancers will study the fundamentals of Modern, including parallel placement, contractions, and spine articulations. Dancers will learn about weight transfer and balance while discovering floor work. As dancers progress, they will be exposed to a variety of modern techniques. Modern IVA/V requires instructor permission.
Musical Theater
A combination of the musical theater jazz combined with acting exercises, basic vocal training, and imagination. Dancers will begin to explore the Musical Theater world. *Dancers must take a Ballet or Jazz class in addition to Musical Theater and it must be level IIA or higher. In addition to monthly tuition, there will be a one-time fee for this class.
Dancers will explore the exiting technique of Tap. Rhythm, timing, and musicality are all key tools taught in this class. Dancers will enjoy creating music with their feet as they take on advanced Tap skills.
These classes work on building strength and control while working to increase flexibility and gain better placement and form when executing jumps, turns, and a variety of technical skills.


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JOHN PATRICK SHANLEY WORKSHOP FAQs
What is this workshop about?
Put simply, this workshop is about theatre and the opportunity to read and work on the new works of Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, John Patrick Shanley alongside the writer himself. Through discussion and analysis, we will be given a rare insight into the creative process that has seen Mr. Shanley produce some of the greatest plays of our time. Participants will have the opportunity to get up on the floor and be directly guided by Mr. Shanley in scene work as we explore the actor/writer/director rehearsal process.
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is for all artists over the age of 21. No matter who you are, or where you're from in the world. For anyone involved in theatre, film, acting, directing, and writing. However, participants will come from an acting background.
How do I apply to be a participant?
Applications are now closed.
I'd like to participate, but I'm not sure if I can block out an entire week. What if I need to cancel, book a job or need to go to an important audition(s) during the week?
We do ask that this be your priority for the week, although we understand that things may come up. Once you are offered a place, you will have 1 week in which to cancel without losing your deposit. After that, it's contingent upon whether or not we are able to successfully fill your place.
As places are limited, will there be a waitlist in case of cancellations?
Is there an opportunity to observe the work, rather than participate?
Yes. This workshop is open to anybody wishing to audit. We have 1 day and 5 day packages available for auditors. Simply click on the day you'd like to audit and make your selection. Prices are listed for each option available. You can reserve your auditing place by clicking here.
If I book a day to audit but have to cancel, will I get a refund?
We do not issue refunds, however if you need to make a change, we will endeavor to find another suitable day for you to audit. Although we will do our best to accommodate you, we cannot guarantee any changes. All changes will be limited by availability.
Can I leave for part of the day and return again later?
If you are a participant, no. You will be required to be in attendance throughout the workshop unless prior arrangements have been made. There will be breaks, however during session there will be a closed door policy out of respect to Mr. Shanley and the participants.
What if I can only come for part of the day? Do you offer ½ day auditing?
No, our auditing prices are for a full day. However, you are more than welcome to attend for only part of the day. Just be aware that we will need to seat you during breaks in the workshop as we will not interrupt the work during session.
Can I film/record this workshop?
No. Recording and/or filming will be strictly prohibited throughout this workshop. It is recommended that auditors and participants bring along a notebook and pen for note taking.
Can I take notes on my laptop/tablet/phone?
No. With the exception of your cell phones, no electronic devices will be permitted inside the workshop. During the workshop, we ask that you switch your phone off completely.
Can we bring our own food/drinks to the workshop?
Yes, but only bottled water will be permitted inside the theatre. You are welcome to bring your own food and other drinks with you as long as they are consumed outside the theatre during breaks.
Is there anywhere nearby to purchase food and drinks?
Yes. The Sheen Centre will sell concessions and there are several food options nearby. The village is a great neighborhood with many cafes and restaurants in short walking distance.
Is there parking available onsite?


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Nicole and Brad grab coffees at Creekside Coffee Factory and take a stroll at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody // Victoria Wedding Photographers
We always love photographing engagement sessions because it gives us an opportunity to capture something a couple really loves to do, and give a sneak peek into their dynamic and story. A lot of our couples like to head straight for the woods and the beaches because that's where a lot of BC folk spend much of their free time! And we do love our free time! When Brad and Nicole suggested they'd like to grab some coffees before heading out for a stroll, we were immediately excited to try something new. We started our morning out by meeting Brad and Nicole at Creekside Coffee in Coquitlam, to get our fill of coffee and flirty cuddles. These two were all giggles as we snapped photos of them and their yummy lattes, chatted about their wedding plans, and talked about their newly adopted pup! After we were all caffeinated up, we hit the dock to continue some photos and admire the mist covered mountains and cloud blanketed skies.
Thanks Nicole and Brad for a sunday funday of photos! We can't wait for your 2018 wedding at Hearthstone Brewery!


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Information about wisdom teeth
Wisdom teeth are a third set of molars that come up behind the 12 year old molars, at around the age of 17. We typically see them become infected, especially if they are trapped in the jaw bone or gum, which is termed impaction. When the gum around the wisdom tooth becomes inflamed, the gum becomes swollen, painful to bite and there can be intense pain from the area. If this is the case, the best thing to do is to see a dentist, and in the mean time these tips for controlling discomfort can be useful.
treatment for wisdom teeth pain
see the dentist
Use warm salt water rinses - 1 glass of warm water with 1 teaspoon of salt and gargle it around
Use Curasept dark blue mouth rinse 3 x day / Savacol will cause staining of the teeth
continue to brush thoroughly around the wisdom teeth
consider using an Oral B professional care electric toothbrush if you intend to keep your wisdom teeth as it allows a much more thorough clean in these areas
If you have no allergies , asthma or stomach problems, you may be able to anti inflammatories, however it is important to ensure that it does not interfere with other medications, and to check with your doctor, dentist and pharmacist.
what is an opg x-ray
An OPG / full jaw x-ray will allow dentists and specialists to see the formation of the roots of the wisdom teeth and where the bone and nerves are lying. There is magnification around the molar teeth so it is not a good x-ray view to find decay, unless it is a fairly large cavity that is obvious.
> partially erupted wisdom teeth
Wisdom teeth that have partly broken through the gum and are partly still under the gum, and not likely to come through any further.
> impacted teeth
If the teeth are leaning into the other teeth, or jammed under the gum or partly under the gum, it might be the case that the wisdom teeth need to be removed.
> gum infection
If they continuously become infected, they may need to be removed.
> after orthodontics
Some orthodontists recommend that wisdom teeth are removed in case they push against the other teeth and lead to crowding of the other teeth. Other times there continues to be crowding even after the wisdom teeth are removed.
> unerupted wisdom teeth
Teeth that are unerupted, or completely trapped in the bone, it may be best to remove them, because they may be a source of infection. Sometimes this can be a difficult process if there are nerves in the way. Dentists and Oral and maxillofacial surgeons get very worried about the inferior dental nerve, a nerve that lies 3mm away from the tip of the root of the wisdom tooth. Sometimes the nerve wraps around the roots of the tooth, and as it supplies the lower lip and front teeth, the dentist will be very worried about removing the tooth. This is often the case if a patient has had orthodontic care with braces that was due to crowding.
what can happen if i leave them
Very rarely cysts can develop around wisdom teeth that stay under the gum and bone.
Often people will get pain in the gum around the wisdom teeth, where debris is trapped between the tooth and the gum. This is called pericoronitis. If it happens more than once, it might be worth considering whether the wisdom teeth need to be removed.
Rarely wisdom teeth can cause severe infections that require hospitalisation and even intensive care. It is important to seek dental care.
do all wisdom teeth need to be removed?
If there is enough space, and they have come through at the right angle and are not leaning into the teeth in front, they can stay where they are. Very often people present with decay in their wisdom teeth because they find it very difficult to clean around them correctly. Wisdom teeth are not necessary for function of the teeth and jaws. If there is gum disease or tooth decay it might be best to consider removal of the wisdom teeth. If there is inadequate space, and they will not come through correctly, they will need to be removed.
what dentists call wisdom teeth
In Australia, dentists call the wisdom teeth the 8th teeth. The wisdom tooth on the top right is tooth 18, the one on the top left is tooth 28, the wisdom tooth on the lower left is tooth 38, and the wisdom tooth on the lower right is tooth 48.
who can remove wisdom teeth
Dentists and Oral and maxillofacial surgeons remove wisdom teeth. A referral and an OPG x-ray is required prior to removing wisdom teeth, with an oral surgeon.


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1 Kings 21:1-21a
No story ends on the last page. Even when we close the book; even when the credits roll; even when we breathe our last -– no story ends on the last page.
Recently I was talking to a friend who had yet to watch the last episode of the last season of Downton Abbey. When I asked him, "Why not?" he simply replied: "Because I don't want the story to end." And that began an imaginative conversation about how the story might have continued. For example: how did Lady Mary and Lady Edith react to the mod 1960s in London? What did they think of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones? And what about their children? Did Master George survive the Second World War? Did Sybie and Marigold find true love or an exciting career? Did Mrs. Hughes and Mr. Carson live happily ever after? My friend and I were free to imagine what might have been because we know that no story ends on the last page.
The Bible is largely a compilation of stories - tales about the human condition and about a God who loves us enough to get involved in our stories. But because we consider the Bible a holy book, we are less prone to imagine what happens nex than we probably should be.
Once upon a time, there was a woman named Jezebel. Jezebel was a Sidonian princess, a foreigner and a pagan who was married to King Ahab of Israel. And Jezebel was a worshipper of a god named Baal. Now the very fact that the king of Israel had married a foreigner was a scandal, but more scandalous still was the religious influence she had on Ahab; so much influence that the king built a grand temple for Baal. And that idolatrous act earned him the reputation of being more wicked than all the kings who had come before him.
Ahab and Jezebel had a winter palace in a beautifully verdant place called Jezreel. Jezreel literally means, "God planted." Right beside the winter palace was a lush vineyard owned by a man named Naboth. And every day the king looked out the palace window at Naboth's vineyard and dreamed of turning it into a royal vegetable garden. One day he called Naboth to the palace and offered to buy it from him for top dollar, or if Naboth preferred, to give him an even better vineyard nearby. But Naboth refused. This wasn't just a business deal. This was about faith and family and roots and tradition. In ancient Israel, people who owned land saw themselves not so much as owners but as stewards. The land really belonged to God and the people were tenants. Leviticus 25:23 reads: "The land shall not be sold in perpetuity, for the land is mine; with me you are but aliens and tenants." So the land was a sacred trust, passed down from one generation to the next. And because the king could not force the sale, he sank into a deep depression. He pouted like a spoiled brat. He took to his bed, turned his face to the wall and refused to eat.
Well Jezebel was having none of this. One day she threw open the bedroom door and said to her petulant husband: "Get up and eat something! I will get you the vineyard of Naboth." And this is how she did it: she wrote letters in the king's name and sealed them with the royal seal. Then, she sent those falsified letters to the elders and nobles in Naboth's town. And this is what those letters instructed them to do: "Proclaim a fast and seat Naboth at the head of the assembly. Then plant two scoundrels opposite him and have them bring unsubstantiated charges of treason and blasphemy against him. Those being capital offenses, drag him out of town and stone him to death." And that's what they did. They murdered poor Naboth by breaking one of the Ten Commandments: "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor." That commandment is actually about court testimony.
When Jezebel got word that the dastardly deed was done, she said to her sulking husband: "Problem solved. Naboth is dead. The vineyard is yours. He won't bother you anymore." Notice that Ahab never asked how any of this had been accomplished. Ignorance might be bliss, but willful ignorance about the suffering of others doesn't get you off the hook with God.
About that time the word of the Lord came to the prophet Elijah. And the Lord told him to go to Naboth's vineyard and confront the king. Now just a few chapters before this story unfolds, Elijah had been running for his life because Ahab and Jezebel had sworn to kill him. But somehow, despite that, Elijah had found his courage. He stood toe to toe with the wicked king and said: "Thus says the Lord: In the place where dogs licked up the blood of Naboth, dogs will also lick up your blood."
Now that is how you tell a story! The evil ones are vanquished. The righteous ones are vindicated. Except, of course, that no story ends on the last page.
In the days and weeks and years ahead, the survivors would still be dealing with what had happened. Did Naboth's wife and children find the courage to move on? Did they ever find peace? Did Mrs. Naboth remarry? Or were they frozen in time and consumed with the desire for revenge? That would certainly be understandable, given all they had suffered. But here's the thing: if their rage continued to burn; if the wound never healed; if they were always victims, then Ahab and Jezebel still continued to wield power from the grave. They were still inflicting pain. So, at some point - maybe not in that generation – but at some point, Naboth's family had to choose to no longer be identified by their pain, by that awful thing that had happened to them. They had to move on and let go and trust God.
Naboth's family's story is our story. We all know, either as individuals or as a group, what it's like to be wronged. We understand the disappointment and pain of broken covenants. And sometimes, we even suffer the effects of unspeakable violence, like the horror in Orlando. And in the face of those injustices, we have every right to be angry. We have every right to seek justice and fairness. We have every right to ask God to intervene. We just don't have the right to stay in that place forever. We can't stay there because no story ends on the last page. At some point, we all must choose to let go and move on. We must choose to bless and not curse. It's in that choosing that we are healed and set free.
No story ends on the last page. And that is a promise as much as it is a description. The promise of the Gospel is that in Christ all things are being made new. In Christ, relationships are repaired and reconciled. In Christ, hatred and malice and bullets and bellicose politicians can never have the last word.
Now, maybe you're not there. Maybe there's a situation for you that is so painful that you cannot seem to get passed it. Orlando is just too fresh to even try. OK. It's OK to be wherever you are at this moment in dealing with your pain. And you can stay there as long as you need – just not forever. At some point, through the sheer power of your will, you turn the page. At some point, you turn the page and you let love win.
Thanks be to God. Amen.


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Military Divorce Resource
The links below provide support and information for issues unique to military divorce.
Divorces in the U.S. are handled at the state level under civil jurisdiction for both military and non-military couples. However, there are key differences and military specific areas that need to be addressed.
Divorce In Military Families – How It's Different & What You Need To Know
Child Support and Veterans Benefits – Q and A
Divorce and Separation Information
The United States spends more on defense than the next eight countries combined.
For service members and veterans, the standard insurance plans offer options to your dependents and your ex. Health insurance is addressed through Tricare, with slightly different requirements for current members and retirees. The group life insurance options, for service members and family, or the coverage offered through the Department of Veterans Affairs, are addressed at the Veteran's Administration site.
All insurance, health and life versions, require you, as the service member, to have your dependents (and removal of your ex) handled through the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS). The links below will take you to resources to handle your insurance and benefits needs.
Getting Divorced (eligibility for Tricare)
Former Spouses – health care plans after divorce
Children – health care for your kids — up until 21, or 23 if in school
Children Becoming Adults – getting health care for those who are turning 21
Service members Group Life Insurance (SGLI, FSGLI, VGLI)
Life Insurance: Part 2: Ending FSGLI Coverage
Family SGLI Coverage (FSLGI): A Procedural Guide
Remove Ex from Military Benefits
Defense Enrolment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS)
Military Specific
For current service members, we have provided a resource to help with Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Orders and how that affects your custody.
Service members affected by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are at significantly increased risk for divorce. The VA site for PTSD is one of the best, and we encourage service members to explore this resource.
Child Custody Issues Involving Military Parents
Deployments (Combat and others)
PTSD: National Centre for PTSD
Military Retired Pay (Pension) is treated as marital property at the time of divorce. How it is divided is determined by a number of factors. Disability, though, is handled differently. Your options for selecting Survivor Benefits may impact how your benefits are applied to subsequent marriages. The resources below will help you navigate the differences and details.
Guidance on Dividing Military Retired Pay
Understanding Divorce in the Military
American Bar Association: Section of Family Law — Military Association — Fact Sheet: V. A Payments and Family Support
VA Disability Compensation and Divorce: Facts and Facilities
How Divorce, Alimony, and Child Support Affect Veterans VA Benefits
Survivor Benefits
DFAS (Defense Finance and Accounting Service)
Veterans are likely entitled to one of the past two GI Bills, either the Montgomery GI Bill or the Post 9/11 GI Bill. How those educations benefits are treated during divorce is different. Notably, the Post 9/11 GI Bill allows for the benefit to be transferred to dependents, so it is important to understand how to adjust this transfer option after divorce. The resources below will answer many of your questions.
Montgomery GI Bill Users Guide
Transfer Post 9/11 GI Bill to Spouse and Dependents
Top 15 Questions about the Post 9/11 GI Bill
Citizenship Issues for Ex, Children, and Non-citizen Relatives
Is your spouse not a citizen, or your children? Divorce can affect their ability to stay in the U.S. The following resource addresses how divorce may impact their status.
US Citizen and Immigration Services: Military
Civil Relief and Former Spouses Protection Acts
There is a lot of confusion surrounding what the Servicemember's Civil Relief Act (SCRA) and Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act (USFSPA) provide in the way of protection. The resources below will help identify the protections that apply to your circumstances.
Servicemember's Civil Relief Act
Family Law and the SCRA: How It Works
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act: A Guide for Family Law Attorneys
Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act: Post Divorce Eligibility for Benefits
Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act: Benefits/Financial Support
Taking care of yourself is often the last thing you think of when you are dealing with divorce, yet it's the most important thing you can do to get through it. Below are resources and articles that we think are definitely helpful. Stay strong. Keep going. You've got this.
Just Looking
Getting Divorced
Divorced with kids
Divorced, no kids


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Tom Goldsworthy
Thomas O. (Tom ) Goldsworthy is the Chairman/CEO of Fremont Exploration, Inc., a small independent oil and gas company in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Fremont Exploration, Inc. explores for and produces oil and natural gas in Oklahoma, Texas and Kansas. Mr. Goldsworthy was born on August 15, 1944 in Denver, Colorado. Following graduation from Cardinal Mooney High School in 1962, he attended San Bernadino Valley College (one year), Manatee Community College and graduated from Florida State University in 1967 with a degree in education. Mr. Goldsworthy also has a Masters in Criminal Justice Administration from Oklahoma City University (1976) and a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma (1980). Following graduation from F.S.U. Mr. Goldsworthy spent three and one-half years as an officer in the United States Marine Corps where he attained the rank of Captain and served a tour of duty in South Viet Nam. In January 1971 Mr. Goldsworthy joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation as a Special Agent. In ten years with the FBI he served in Washington, D.C., Houston, Texas and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. From 1976 - 1980 he participated in one of the FBI's first and largest undercover operations targeting white collar and organized crime. In January 1981 Mr. Goldsworthy joined Texas International Company, a New York Stock Exchange oil and gas company, as Assistant to the President. In 1983 he founded his own company, Fremont Energy Corporation, which was sold in 1996 to a Houston public company. In 1996 he founded Fremont Exploration, Inc.. Mr. Goldsworthy's current and past affiliations include:
* Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, Board of Directors.1992 - 2002. (Chairman of the Board from 2000 - 2002)
* National Institute for Developmentally Delayed Children, Board of Directors. 1999 - Present.
* Florida State University Alumni Association, Board of Directors. 1990 - Present. (Chairman 2002)
* Florida State University Seminole Boosters, Inc., Board of Directors 2002 - Present.
• Defense Orientation Conference Association. Member 1999 - Present.
* Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI Member since 1981, past National Vice President. Currently a member of the Board of Directors.
* Oklahoma Independent Producers Association - Wildcatter Member
* Jim Thorpe Athletic Club - presents the national award for the best defensive back in college football and most valuable player in the NFL. Chairman of the Board 1996 - 1998.
* Past President Catholic Church of St. Eugene Parish Council, 1978 and 1982.
* Past President Bishop McGuinness High School Parent-Teacher Organization, 1980.
* Member Christian Business Men's Committee of the USA
* Chairman of the Development Committee for Mustard Seed Corporation and Member of the Board of Directors
* American Legion
* Veterans of Foreign Wars
* Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem
* Recipient of the Volunteer of the Year from the Northside YMCA in 1996
* Recipient of the Humanitarian of the Year Award for 2000 from the Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI.
* Named a Distinguished Graduate in the field of Business by Florida State University 2003.
* Recipient of the Archbishop Eusebius J. Beltran Award given by Catholic Charities in 2004.
* First recipient of the Cardinal Mooney High School Cardinal Society Award. April 1996.
* Recipient of the Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice from the Holy Father Pope John Paul II. December 1997.
Tom and Sandy Goldsworthy have four grown children and nine grandchildren.
1000 NW 139th Street Pkwy Edmond, OK 73013 * Phone: (405) 936-0012 * Fax (405) 936-0015


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Terraform is a relaxing turn based puzzle game set in the future. Alter over 200 planets to allow settlements and forests to survive. Planets are made of hexagonal tiles that can be altered using many different tools and weather conditions. Use rain weather to fill a dried out lake with water, hot weather to prevent forests from expanding too far or burn them down, spread deserts and more.
Terraform released successfully on Steam yesterday. Grab it while it's at a 15% sale!
terraform released on steam for $2.99
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Terraform for android used to have 30 free levels. That has been increased to 80!
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Holgersson Entertainment proudly presents its first commercial game Terraform! It's now available to purchase on Desura for 4.99€.
terraform releases
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A turn based puzzle game set in the future, where you can alter planets by using 13 different tools and four weather conditions.
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It's Zero Waste Week (September 3 to 7) but are you still throwing too much food away? Senior sous chef David Smith of the Arora Hotel in Crawley shares top tips and a recipe or two that will help.
Making sure we don't throw food away is drummed into chefs right from the start of our training. In my early days in a hotel kitchen, the head chef would inspect what you'd thrown away if he heard the bin lid drop down.
Food waste equals money and the same is true in the home kitchen. But using up ingredients takes a bit of thought and planning. Once you've had your roast dinner don't throw the carcass away. Freeze the bones for later. Defrost, spread with a little tomato paste and roast in the oven for half an hour to develop the flavour. Then simmer with onion, celery, carrot and leek to form the basis of a soup or stock.
In the hotel kitchen, we use every bit of a chicken. Take chicken supremes for example. They come with a wing tip and thin fillet. Use a sharp knife to separate the fillet and wing from the breast. Season the breast meat and pan fry to serve on top of a warm salad of quinoa, broad beans and roast vegetables, and then turn the wing tip and fillet into exciting appetisers or buffet food with these recipes.
The Grill in the Arora is Crawley's only AA-rosette restaurant. To book, phone 01293 530000. Follow us on Twitter. Share your food waste tips on Instagram by tagging @aroragatwick. Visit www.gatwick.arorahotels.com.
Chicken skewers and wing tip lollipops
For the skewers:
10 wooden kebab sticks soaked in water
Chicken fillets from four breasts
2 tsps each of Chinese five spice, cumin and ground coriander
One tablespoon of olive oil
Drop of red food colouring (optional)
For the wing tip lollipops:
6 chicken wings
2 tablespoons chicken stock (either homemade or stock cube)
2 tablespoons of panko breadcrumbs
One dessertspoon of finely chopped chives
To make the chicken skewer, cut the fillets into 2cm cubes and place in a bowl. Stir in the spices and olive oil (and a drop of red food colouring if using) and mix thoroughly. Leave to marinate for a couple of hours then thread onto the wooden skewers.
Place under a medium hot grill turning occasionally for about 10 minutes until cooked through. Serve with warm pitta bread.
To make the chicken wing lollipops, use a sharp knife to scrape the meat down from the bone so it is at one end. Wrap in clingfilm to form a ball of meat and steam, or simmer, for 10 mins. Unwrap clingfilm, dip the chicken lollipops into stock and then the breadcrumbs, which have been mixed with chives. Brown in a hot oven, 200oC, for 5 minutes until golden.
Chef's tip
Bought a packet of herbs and only used some of it? Don't let the rest go to waste. Put a small bottle of extra virgin olive oil into the fridge to chill. Then wilt the herbs in a hot pan and blitz with the cold oil. You now have a herb oil for drizzling on salads or pasta, which will last out of the fridge for up to a month.
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