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A Peek Into Chachapoyas/
Rarely do you ever hear about Chachapoyas other than for its easy access to Kuelap, the Gocta waterfall and the Karajia sarcophagi. But after spending some time there, we found that Chachapoyas is a beautiful town all on it's own. Nestled at 2,334 meters high up in the Andes, it offers wonderful views of the mountains in a peaceful and amicable setting. We loved the quaint feeling of this town. From the small shops to the daily market full of fresh fruits and vegetables, Chachapoyas quickly became one of our favorite places in Peru.
Mirador Luya Urco
Located at the ouest (see what I did there?) end of town, this viewpoint is only a 5 minute walk from the central square and offers wonderful views of Chachapoyas (see picture above). You can spot the Plaza de Armas right at the center (just look for the white church).
Huancas is a small district 7 km from Chachapoyas that offers beautiful lookouts of the Andes, including a hike along the Sonche Canyon. It's just a short minivan ride (3 soles per person) from the "Huancas Station" located on Ortiz Arrieta. Unfortunately for us, we were unable to enjoy the views as it started pouring rain right after we got off the minivan. Plus, as there was no bus to take us back, we ended up walking the long way back. Don't fret, we enjoyed some hot chocolate and pastries at the local bakery, Panaderia San Jose, once we got back into town.
We also ventured into trying one of Chachapoyas' specialities, licores, which are cane spirits made with fruits and plants of the jungle. We sampled these at La Reina but not before our hostel manager warned us to "beware of the rainbow" (you might recall this from our Instagram). It wasn't long before we understood what he meant. The spirits were beautiful in color, ranging from light yellow to dark red, and were quite strong. So strong that we could barely finish them!
Below is a list of the flavors we tried (from left to right):
-Mora (blackberry)
-Maracuya (passion fruit)
-Leche (milk)
-Poro poro (a deciduous tree - the spirit is made with the fruit)
-Guayaba (guava)
-Sauco (elderberry)
-Cafe (coffee)
-Fraices (strawberry)
-Chuchuhuasi (Amazonian tree - the spirit is made from the bark soaked in brandy and honey)
-Aguaymanto (Peruvian ground cherry, similar to gooseberry, browns on a shrub native to the Peruvian Andes)
The only one we actually liked was leche, which along with coffee is probably the least traditional flavor. I thought the guayaba and sauco flavors were also quite tasty but couldn't bring myself to finish the others on my own (Tyler had given up long before). As you can imagine, we left most of them unfinished...
There you have it! A peek into what we enjoyed doing in Chachapoyas. Next up, we go to Trujillo, the third largest city in Peru!


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Kawamura Ganjavian: Ostrich Pillow
Owning this 'Ostrich' pillow would certainly be favorable to almost everyone, especially if you are someone that needs a power nap to revive.
The pillow garment offers a micro milieu and not only does it cushion your head, but your hands too! It may be a bit too comfortable that it could cost you your job, but I'm sure the nap would be worth it :)
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When it comes to which caravan towing accessories are needed for safe caravan towing, there are 5 essential components you need to consider. From quick release coupling to braking systems, they help to ensure your caravan is securely attached, evenly weighted, tracking straight and able brake at a moment's notice.
1. Quick release coupling
A quick release coupling is particularly important so you can have fast and easy access to attach and detach your caravan from your car's towball. This is vital for both a safe set-up and in an emergency situation that requires quick release of your caravan.
Caravans below 3.5 tonnes Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) need quick release coupling that can be engaged and disengaged by hand, and a positive locking type that is verifiable by visual inspection.
A caravan's ATM is the total mass of a full-laden caravan, specified by the manufacturer, and should not be exceeded. The coupling should slip easily and securely onto your vehicle's tow-ball. It will also be marked with it's load capacity that should not be exceeded.
2. Safety chains
Safety chains are also required to link your caravan to your tow vehicle in the event the coupling fails or disconnects.
Caravans with an ATM of up to 2.5 tonnes are legally required to have one safety chain attached. Caravans with an ATM over 2.5 tonnes need 2 safety chains, with a 3500kg rating, that comply with all Australian safety and design standards. Caravan's over 3.5 tonnes need chains made of a specific 'R grade' chain that can withstand more than the caravan's ATM.
Chains need to be permanently attached and located as close to the coupling as possible. They also need to be long enough to allow for normal articulation, but short enough so the caravan's nose doesn't dip and hit the ground.
In addition to this caravan towing accessories requirement, a strong safety chain shackle is also essential. This attaches the safety chains to the tow vehicle and needs to be load rated and up for the job. Many aren't marked with their load capacity, so make sure you look out for a load rating so it's clear what weight it can tow.
3. Braking systems
Caravans below 2 tonnes, need to have brakes operating on the wheels of at least one axle. Caravans over 2 tonnes must also be fitted with a caravan breakaway system, or independent brakes, in the event your caravan breaks away from your vehicle.
All modern caravans should also be fitted with electronic stability control for emergency braking situations. Caravans are often subject to sideways movements due to high winds and unpredictable weather conditions, with the potential to go into a sway sequence and overbalance both your caravan and vehicle.
Electronic stability control will detect sideways caravan sway or sudden swerves and reduce the speed of your car and caravan; brakes will be electronically applied and help to bring the caravan back in line. Before you start driving ensure you braking system is fully calibrated and customised to your caravan's specifications.
4. Weight distribution hitch
A weight distribution hitch helps reduce the sway of your caravan when moving. It attaches to your caravan's coupling and transfers weight from your tow-vehicle's rear axle to its front axle and caravan trailer axles. It also helps ease the weight of your caravan and makes steering and braking easier.
Without a weight distribution system there is more potential for trailer sway, plus reduced steering and braking responsiveness. Additional swaying on the road can also lead to reduced fuel efficiency and uneven wearing on your tyres. Given this, weight distribution systems have become an essential item for caravan towing on the road
5. 'Do not overtake' sign
Tow vehicle-caravan combos longer than 7.5 metres must have a 'do not overtake turning vehicle' sign attached to the rear of the caravan and vehicle. With this sign you can legally straddle lanes to turn left or right at intersections. It also means motorists from behind must must ensure they do not overtake to merge, unless there is enough clearance. Tow vehicle and caravan combinations under 7.5m must not use this sign, and must turn in the marked lanes, like other standard vehicles, at all times.
The right caravan towing accessories are a must
As you can see, these caravan towing accessories are essential items in your caravan tow set-up. So, make sure you have them before you start your tow adventure. Without them you'll compromise the strength and stability of your tow set-up and won't legally be allowed to take your caravan on the road. Having them all in place, however, will be a different story. You can drive to your destination, knowing that your rig is secure and that towing will be smooth and safe.
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Bowmore catches a lot of flak already as Islay's least-appreciated, "me too" kind of distillery, and the name of this product certainly doesn't help its reputation any.
As you'll note above, Bowmore calls its 15-year expression "Darkest." And you know what? It is a pretty color. However, the various scotch detectives of the internet have discovered this particular whisky is artificially colored, so it's hard for anyone to claim bragging rights after shamelessly cheating to reach their objective. Like if someone casually mentioned that they beat Usain Bolt's 100 meter dash time, but then you found out later they did it while they were on a motorcycle. Doesn't count.
That said, this bottle's good enough that it doesn't need the posturing. What makes Bowmore the odd man out on Islay works very much in its favor here with the 15 year. The nose hints at the sheer richness on tap with chocolate, salted plum, BBQ sauce, and very soft peat. Bowmore has never been a smoke powerhouse (unlike Laphroaig), so it's not the most dominant quality you'll run into here.
I have to admit I love the taste of this. It's incredibly mocha-rich, and it rolls luxuriously around the tongue with cherry, cinnamon, and assorted baking spices. The sherry maturation gives the Bowmore 15 a knockout combination of sweet and bitter, not unlike having high-cacao dark chocolate alongside a glass of Cabernet. Meanwhile, there's just a touch of smokiness to give everything a bit of extra complexity.
Going into the finish, it's still a decadent affair. Look for rum-soaked raisins accompanied by a second wind of oak and vanilla that goes on for some time. I'll note that you could add a splash of water to the Bowmore 15 for just a little stronger touch of fresh fruit across the whole experience, but you'll mute the intensity of those wonderful chocolate flavors.
Personally, I think this is a sterling example of how peat and sherry can work together to become more than the sum of their parts. In that sense, it's very similar to the Benriach Solstice, which is a little better but about $20 or $30 more expensive. That said, where the Solstice is blackberry, the Bowmore 15 is chocolate, so there's definitely room on your shelf for both if you're feeling spendy.
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Ohio: Medical Marijuana Certified For Ballot; Supports Prepare To Gather Signatures
(Hemp News)
The Ohio Ballot Board on Thursday certified an initiative that would establish a comprehensive medical marijuana program in Ohio. Ohioans for Medical Marijuana must now collect 305,591 valid signatures of Ohio voters by early July to qualify for the November 2016 ballot.
The five-member board reviews proposed ballot measures to ensure they represent only one issue.
Last week, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine confirmed the group submitted at least 1,000 valid signatures of Ohio voters and determined their initiative summary "is a fair and truthful statement of the proposed law."
The summary and full text of the initiative are available online at https://www.ohioansformmj.org/initiative.
Canada To Advocate Marijuana Legalization At UN Drug Conference
(Hemp News)
The long awaited, much anticipated UN General Assembly's Special Session on Drugs will happen April 19-21 at the UN Headquarters in New York City, and Canada is expecting to advocate for abandoning the organization's longstanding prohibition of marijuana.
Just a month before the important UN drug conference begins, Assistant Deputy Minister of Health Hilary Geller, at the Commission on Narcotic Drugs meeting in Vienna this month, said the new Canadian Liberal government headed by Justin Trudeau will be moving away from American War On Drugs policies, as pointed out by Lanny Swerdlow at the Marijuana Anti-Prohibition Project (MAPP),
The Canadian government plans not only to legalize marijuana, but also to open for safe-injection sites for intravenous drug users and to promote other harm-reduction policies.
Attendees at that conference, made up of government and non-governmental organization officials from around the world, "erupted in applause" mid-way through Geller's address and gave a prolonged ovation.
Federal Judge Lifts Decade-Old Injunction Against Native Hemp Farmer
(Hemp News)
A federal judge on Monday lifted the injunction which has been in place for almost 12 years prohibiting a South Dakota tribal member from cultivating industrial hemp. Other issues remain to be resolved before Alex White Plume can grow it on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Viken of South Dakota said there has been a "shifting legal landscape" since the original order was filed in 2004 against White Plume, a member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe, reports Dave Kolpack of The Associated Press. The federal hemp laws were loosened in the 2014 Farm Bill, and marijuana has been legalized in several states in the interim.
Former North Dakota U.S. Attorney Timothy Purdon, White Plume's lawyer, said the Monday's decision is a victory for both White Plume and tribal sovereignty.
"This order brings some justice to Native America's first modern day hemp farmer," Purdon said. "For over 10 years, Alex White Plume has been subject to a one-of-a-kind injunction which prevented him from farming hemp."
Vermont: Governor Says Marijuana Legalization Is 'Enlightened' Thing To Do
(Hemp News)
Vermont could make history this spring. As Governor Peter Shumlin nears the end of his term in office, he wants the state to become the first in the union to legalize marijuana through its Legislature.
In an interview with Katy Steinmetz of Time Magazine, Gov. Shumlin said "I think the more enlightened states are trying to get ahead of this one" when it comes to cannabis legalization.
"There is no question America is going to move to a more sensible policy, state by state," Shumlin said.
"We're all spending huge amounts of energy focusing on the evils of pot smoking and we hardly talk about the fact that in 2010, we sold enough drugs legally through our pharmacies in the form of Oxycontin to keep every adult American high for a month," the Governor pointed out. "That has led to death, destruction, addiction to heroin that's affecting every state in America. And then we flip out about the possibility that we could move to a more sensible approach to marijuana."
Steep Hill Labs Releases Open Letter About Pesticides To Cannabis Community
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Steep Hill Labs on Wednesday released an open letter to the Washington State cannabis community encouraging a call to action to prevent contaminated cannabis from entering the patient and consumer supply chain.
"In a recent third party audit of certified I-502 laboratories in Washington State, cannabis contaminated with pesticides and microbiological organisms like E. coli are being passed by certain disreputable labs, which means unsafe products are getting onto shelves," said Steep Hill CEO Jmîchaele Keller. "This is unacceptable when technology and the proper science are in place to insure safety to prevent health risk to consumers and patients."
Recent independent third party testing, including that done upon the initiative of Ian Eisenberg of Uncle Ike's Pot Shop in Seattle, showed many samples of I-502 recreational weed had traces of pesticides, causing concern in the community, especially among medicinal users with compromised immune systems and liver function.
Keller said Steep Hill stands with other leading labs in the industry, like Trace Analytics, who apply scientific best practices to put public health first.
Military Veteran Gives Away Free Marijuana To Fellow Vets For PTSD
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A Colorado Springs cannabis club headed by a military veteran is handing out free marijuana to other veterans, hoping to give them relief from issues like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for chronic pain they suffer after returning home from war zones.
The Veteran Farmers Alliance over the weekend gave away more than a half-pound of weed, along with cannabis edibles, worth about $1,400, to veterans at the Dab Lounge, reports RT.com. Founder Steve Defino said other groups should be doing the same thing, and that cannabis was essential for him to deal with his PTSD, which he has battled for more than a decade.
Defino said he was prepared to spend nearly 20 times the amount he spent on Saturday at a followup event planned for Veteran's Day in November, reports Andrew Blake at The Washington Times.
"I've seen other organizations operate, and I'm not very happy with the way they do it," Defino said in an interview with KXRM. "They need to be donating more and doing more to show these guys that they actually care."


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New rules on lay representation introduced this month, taken with the other schemes that continue in force, have resulted in an excessively complicated picture that should be simplified
A report on two interactive seminars on employee ownership, which featured discussions between Scottish professionals and US guru on the subject, Mary Ann Beyster
A neat little illustration of how (not) to go about pushing for change if you want people's goodwill
Proposals for significant amendments to the environmental impact assessment regime that would add to the requirements on developers, are currently under consideration at EU level
Students with an interest in human rights should consider the European Human Rights Moot Court competition, with its final stages held in the Strasbourg court itself
This month's selection of leisure reading chosen by the Journal's Book Review Editor
Giving the state sole jurisdiction over marriage would simplify the law, sidestep human rights pitfalls and free couples to celebrate their wedding however they choose
This month's Law Society of Scotland Council member profile: Kirstie MacNeill (Haddington and Borders districts member)
Reviews of Tomorrow's Lawyers (Susskind); Redgrave's Health & Safety
I have seen for myself the high regard in which Scots law and lawyers are held internationally, but recent Government delays on the ABS front are not helping our reputation
Why some applications to Registers of Scotland are still rejected as faulty, and when the rejection fee may be avoided
A reminder of what RoS's Pre-Registration Enquiry service can do for solicitors, and how it complements other services
He declines to volunteer predictions or to offer management advice, but speaking to the Journal, Brodies' Bill Drummond, now also chair of the SCDI, leaves some clues for finding business success
Startup legal practices are increasingly turning to the "cloud" for IT support. Will older firms respond? The Journal's latest IT report looks at the issues
Argument that the proposals of the McCluskey expert group on implementing the Leveson report in Scotland will damage the Scottish press
A member of the McCluskey expert group defends its proposals against the charge that they pose a threat to press freedom
Key aspects of the current civil court reform consultation on the draft bill to implement proposals from Lord Gill's review
The Chancellor's Budget last month contained a number of opportunities for taxpayers - but with some caveats
Latest criminal cases, including collateral matters; concert; and two on Cadder-related matters
Natural justice issues before licensing boards, and the recent consultation on how the system is working
The Inner House has upheld a Lord Ordinary exercising his discretion in departing from the judicial rate of interest where justice demanded
Reports relating to Gerard Durkan; Cameron Fyfe; Derrick M Trainer
Our second article on the role and development of in-house lawyers in a changing professional and market landscape takes an in-depth look at personal development (extended version)
Scotland is finally to have legislation enabling the control of nuisance high hedges, with local and central government being given the crucial decision-making powers
Report of this year's Law Society of Scotland annual general meeting, at which the motion on separate representation proved the main talking point
Advice column: how frank should I be at my exit interview?
The ability not only to embrace change, but to achieve buy-in from colleagues and manage them through the process is the most important survival tool for partners and managers
No 3 in series: ways of failing to exploit potential opportunities with existing clients
How considered use of checklists can be effective in reducing the risk of omissions and oversights which feature in Master Policy claims
This month's Professional Practice column deals with "knowing your client" when preparing a will, and the pending regulation of will writers
Recent work of the Law Reform Department, including independence referendum; partnership prosecutions; corroboration; sheriff and jury procedure; disabled persons' parking; marriage
Look out for the Society's latest equality survey, coming your way in May
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by Christine Yuill
The Chancellor, George Osborne, delivered his budget on 20 March 2013, describing it as "a Budget for an aspiration nation". As ever, there were some headline-grabbers, including the introduction of a new "Help to Buy" scheme as an attempt to boost the UK's struggling housing market, as well as the commitment to reduce the rate of corporation tax to 20% with effect from 2015-16. However, the Budget content was largely of little surprise, and the headline-grabbers were fewer and further between than some commentators would have liked.
A few of the key measures which offer good opportunities for taxpayers are highlighted and summarised in this article. Some are perhaps not as helpful as they appear at first blush, and potential pitfalls and points to note have been considered below.
On the face of it, a reduction in the rate of corporation tax to 20% from April 2015 is good news. It harmonises the main and small companies rates so companies (and their advisers) will no longer require to carry out complicated marginal relief calculations. Furthermore, the rate will be one of the lowest in the G20, and compares favourably to other countries such as the US (40%), Germany (29%), France (33%) and even Luxembourg (21%). Will this have the desired effect and result in businesses flocking to the UK to take advantage of this low rate?
Companies that carry out all of their activities in the UK will undoubtedly benefit from the lower rate and will welcome the announcement. However, for many companies, carrying out all of their operations in the UK with no offshore parent or subsidiary companies is not an option. For these companies, the new rate may be a mixed blessing. If a company is a UK holding company, it will want to be able to offset the withholding tax its subsidiaries deduct from, say, interest and royalties, against its UK tax bill. Such companies can only set withholding tax credits against the amount of their UK tax, so if their UK tax rate falls, it doesn't necessarily mean that the group will pay less tax overall.
There may also be adverse consequences for offshore parent companies, as many jurisdictions have controlled foreign company regimes, which essentially stop their local businesses from migrating offshore to low-tax jurisdictions. Japan, for example, has an anti-tax-haven regime which effectively considers countries with a corporation tax rate of 20% or lower as low-tax jurisdictions. Unless Japanese legislation changes by 1 April 2015, a 1% cut in UK corporation tax (from 21% in 2014-15 to 20% in 2015-16) could result in an extra 5.5% tax bill in Japan where a Japanese holding company owns UK subsidiaries.
In short, if a company is a UK company with no offshore parent or subsidiaries, the 20% corporation tax rate is a good thing, but if not, care needs to be taken in structuring the group to ensure that in trying to take advantage of a lower rate of corporation tax, the group as a whole does not end up paying more tax.
Any company bidding for Government contracts needs to be aware that new rules will apply from 1 April 2013. In February, the Cabinet Office issued revised guidelines on tax and procurement. Thankfully, the Budget represents a substantial climbdown by HMRC, which has rightly recognised that the measure did more than necessary to achieve the policy aim. The measure will now only apply to planning featuring in returns filed after 1 October 2012, and not any legacy positions.
Although we still do not have the final Procurement Policy Information Note, the details released at the Budget by HMRC show that the final rules will be much more proportionate and easier for bidders to manage. Key changes to the original proposals are a significant reduction in the retrospective application of the rules, the removal of targeted anti-abuse rules from the scope, and more clarity on the entities affected.
The aim of the new measure is to encourage compliance with the Government's view of tax law. Bidders will be required to self-certify whether they have had any "occasions of non-compliance" since 1 April 2013, in respect of tax returns filed after 1 October 2012. An occasion of non-compliance arises where additional tax has been paid as a result of an HMRC challenge under certain anti-avoidance rules. The previous proposal required bidders to disclose any non-compliance in the previous 10 years, which would have imposed an almost impossible due diligence burden.
Local authorities, universities and the Scottish Government now need to decide whether to implement these watered down proposals.
Bidders will need to ensure that there is close working between bid, legal and tax teams in order to ensure that any future tax settlements for relevant periods, and any future tax planning proposals, take into account the potential impact on bid opportunities.
Stamp duty will be abolished for the purchase of shares on the AIM or ISDX growth markets from April 2014. This is an added boost both for companies listed on these markets trying to attract investment and for investors alike. It is particularly good news, on the back of the Government outlining its intention to allow shares listed on the AIM or ISDX markets to be used when investing in individual savings accounts (ISAs).
The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) was introduced in April 2012 to attract investment into small startup companies by offering favourable tax advantages to investors. One of the key tax reliefs allowed SEIS investors to shelter capital gains of up to £100,000 by reinvesting the gain into an SEIS qualifying company. When SEIS was introduced, this relief applied only to gains made in the 2012-13 tax year. The Budget announced that this relief has been extended to gains made in 2013-14 and reinvested in SEIS companies in 2013-14 or 2014-15, albeit that the amount of capital gains tax relief will be reduced to 50% of the reinvested gain.
The original legislation had an unintended consequence that investors could be denied SEIS relief if the investment company had been formed by a company formation agent or was an "off-the-shelf" company. The Budget confirmed that this would be corrected for shares issued from 6 April 2013. It is unfortunate, however, that this was not backdated to 6 April 2012, given that a claim for SEIS relief can be made by investors until the fifth anniversary of 31 January following the end of the relevant tax year, and therefore backdating the correction could still benefit investors who invested into otherwise qualifying SEIS companies in tax year 2012-13.
Employee shareholders – "foolish" or "stupid"? The Government confirmed in the Budget the tax treatment that will apply to shares under its controversial "employee shareholder" proposal. Embarrassingly for George Osborne, the proposal itself was voted against in the House of Lords, with former Conservative cabinet ministers describing it as "foolish" or "stupid". Despite the defeat, it is expected that it will be pushed through in the House of Commons.
"Employee shareholder" status is proposed as a third form of employment status, alongside "employee" and "worker", essentially taking effect as a new form of equity-linked employment contract. In exchange for giving up certain employment rights, employees will become stakeholders in the business they work for by being given shares in the employer company (or parent company in the employer's group) worth between £2,000 and £50,000. The gain (if any) on the sale of those shares will be exempt from capital gains tax.
The income tax treatment was announced in the Budget. The first £2,000 of employee shareholder shares will be exempt from income tax and national insurance. To the extent that these shares are worth more than £2,000 on acquisition, the employee will either have to pay market value or suffer an income tax and national insurance charge on the value received in excess of £2,000.
It was also announced that implementation of the proposal has been delayed from 6 April until 1 September 2013. Companies will now be able to assess fully whether or not employee shareholder status is right for their business. Employers may see the proposal as an opportunity to offer shares to employees in a tax-efficient manner without the administration which sometimes accompanies traditional all-employee share plans. For small and medium-sized companies, this may be particularly attractive. However, the one major difficulty such companies face is that the Budget announcement provides no further guidance on valuation, and this could limit the takeup of the new status by SME companies.


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Paper Furniture Remodel
With a little creativity, you can transform something average into something amazing! Or if you are ready for your home to have a new look but don't want to replace your furniture, a good option is to take what you already have and turn it into something new. There are so many ways to incorporate paper into furniture remodels, and we wanted to share some ideas and a project we did so you can get in on it too.
1. Accent Paper on the back of shelves
A little pop of color and design goes a long way! Instead of having plain shelves, you can line the back and sides with your favorite paper to give it a special touch. If you don't have a lot of colors in your room, using a different colored paper will really make the space stand out. Or, if already have a lot of different designs and you are worried about it looking too busy, try adding solid paper instead of designed, or pick a color that matches your room. If you are renting a place out then this could also be a great temporary option to make your home yours, and you don't have to worry about ruining the walls. Try lining a medicine cabinet, clothing drawers, or even kitchen shelves!
2. Cardboard Furniture
You can be fashionable and environmentally friendly at the same time by reusing cardboard tubes to make unique furniture. You could do this with anything from chairs and tables to headboards! First, measure the space you want it to take up, sketch your design and cut it out of a piece of cardboard! There are plenty of online tutorial to help you out. All you really need is a pen, a knife, and a lot of cardboard!
…and check out even more unique furniture pieces here!
3. Transform an old commercial spool into a Circular End Table in 7 Easy Steps
One of the great joys of remodeling furniture is when you can take something that looks like junk and transform it into a truly beautiful work of art. Here at Paper Pleasers, Ellen Albertson found an old spool at a resale store and saw it had potential.
Step 1: Disassemble to see what you've got!
Ellen brought it home and after disassembling it to see what she was working with, she noticed that the center column was an extra thick cardboard- Bingo! She could easily wrap that in any type of paper.
Step 2: Choose your favorite paper
She chose a kraft paper with a damask design to keep the rustic/industrial look, while also keeping it classy. She then added three black ribbons for a pretty finishing touch.
Step 3: Sand it down
The wooden discs making the top and bottom of the spool had nice industrial flair with the scattered printed designs and distressed wood, but they still needed to be sanded down a little to remove any splinters and rough edges.
Step 5: Varnish for a nice shine
Next, Ellen varnished the wooden discs to seal the wood and give it a nice shine.
Step 6: Make it easy for moving
Four wheel casters were drilled to the bottom to raise it slightly off the ground and make for easy moving.
Step 7: Reassemble
Lastly, the spool was reassembled and ta-da… a beautiful new end table!
Ellen found her inspiration (the spool) at Habitat for Humanity's Restore, but any resale store is a treasure for the creative mind. The spool was just $3, the casters were $6 from Menards, the roll of wrapping paper was $4 from Hobby Lobby and the adhesive and polyurethane is something she always has on hand. Keep your eyes open and you'll start seeing potential everywhere in objects that you've never noticed before!


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When out on the trail, a hearty meal like Western Enchiladas would be filling after a hard day's ride. If you think your family would like this recipe, give this a try. Yum yum!!
- Pre-made Burritos
- 2 cans Van Camps Beanless Chili
- 1 Lg. can of Enchilada Sauce
- Shredded Cheese
- Jalapenos
- Sour Cream
- Pam Cooking Spray
- Spray a baking dish with Pam.
- Layout the burritos in the dish.
- Mix 2 cans of Van Camps beanless chili with 1 large can of enchilada sauce and pour over burritos.
- Bake until bubbly and burritos are done based on burrito instructions.
- Top with cheese, jalapenos, and sour cream as desired.
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Visit with Anne at 20:11
What I'm doing at 20:11 in 2011... Anne is here. She stopped in for dinner on her way home. I made a lasagna... (not too bad if I do say so myself) and there was plenty to share.
I was reminiscing about high school when Leroy and I were dating. Anne and I were not friends until I started dating her brother. Then, we both decided that it would be in our best interest to play nice. Anne spent a lot of time with us then, and I remember her making lasagna at my house on occasion. It was the best. Mine wasn't quite as good tonight, but with some practice, it just might come close.


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Queen Elizabeth, Pope Francis meet in Rome in push to improve Catholic, Anglican church relations
The Queen has met Pope Francis for the first time during a one-day visit to Rome.
It is the Queen's first foreign trip since a visit to Australia in 2011.
She gave the pontiff gifts from the royal estates, including a dozen eggs and a bottle of whisky.
"I've also brought something from all our estates, which is for you personally," said the Queen, wearing a lavender dress and a purple hat, as she handed the Pope a wicker basket full of food.
The 18 items from Buckingham Palace, Windsor, Sandringham and Balmoral also included two types of honey, chutney, soap, and 'Coronation Best Bitter' beer.
A Vatican official said the Pope would likely share the food with other residents of the guest house where he has lived since his election, or would donate it.
The pontiff gave the Queen and Prince Philip an orb decorated with a silver cross to deliver to Prince George.
"He will be thrilled by it," the Queen told the Pope. Then she paused and added: "When he is a little older."
The heads of the Catholic and Anglican churches met privately for about 25 minutes, in what was seen as part of a long process aimed at improving relations between the religions.
It is not known what the pair discussed, but a Vatican spokesman said the Pope would remain neutral about the Falkland Islands, British territory which is also claimed by the pontiff's homeland, Argentina.
By mutual agreement, the meeting was informal, taking place in the Pope's study rather than the more opulent Apostolic Palace.
Earlier, the Queen and Prince Philip had lunch with Italian president Giorgio Napolitano and his wife at the Quirinal Palace.
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[UPDATE: 11:05PM EST — PlayStation Network's status page shows all services as up and running after nearly a full day of being offline. The hacker group known as Phantom Squad claim responsibility for the outage. The original story is below.]
Sony confirms PlayStation Network is currently down, with the outage affecting all of the services for the PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, as well as PS Vita.
According to Sony's official PSN status page, all of the company's gaming platforms are experiencing issues with the network, as every single feature is currently down, including the PlayStation Store, account management, and the service's gaming and social features. The Japan-based tech firm has yet to confirm exactly what has caused the problems, but the PlayStation support team has confirmed that engineers are looking into exactly what has affected the PSN.
After finding out about the issues, Sony posted an official message to make sure fans know that it is taking the necessary steps to bring the network back online, saying, "We are currently under maintenance and you may be experiencing issues. . . . Thanks for your patience as we investigate." Furthermore, regarding the issues fans may encounter, the company released a statement to the UK outlet Express, reading, "You may have some difficulty launching games, applications, or online features. Our engineers are working to resolve the issue as soon as possible, and we thank you for your patience."
Over the holidays, hackers threatened to take down both PlayStation Network and Xbox Live on Christmas which thankfully didn't occur. However, with Sony not having found or revealed an official cause of the PSN's outage just yet, it's possible for such a collective to have followed through with their plans later than intended.
As gamers the world over are aware, this is far from the first time Sony's PSN has gone down. One of the most infamous outages occurred when the network's servers experienced a Christmas attack from the hacker group known as the Lizard Squad in 2014 which rendered all services to be inaccessible. Due to it taking much longer than expected to bring PSN back online, Sony offered fans a PlayStation Plus 5-day extension for any member that had their accounts active on December 25, 2014.
Since Sony's PSN outages have become so commonplace, fans decided that being given such paltry gifts as an apology wasn't going to cut it. Last year, many fans created a website petitioning for a better PlayStation Network underneath the banner #BetterPSN, which was eventually addressed by the multinational shortly after the campaign began. Sony assured its fans that the service would be up to snuff in the near-future, but of course, here we are again, and PSN is down once more.
Undoubtedly, tons of gamers received a PlayStation 4 as a gift for Christmas, so PSN being unavailable is not what the company, nor its fans need. In order to ameliorate the situation, Sony will need to fix the problem as fast as it possibly can. Check back with us here at Game Rant for updates on the network's status.
There's no word when PSN will be fixed.
Source: PlayStation Network (via Express, IGN)


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The goal, a lovely one, came from the Latics' Will Grigg against the run of play — he scored in a second half which, at one point, saw 10-man City holding 80 percent of the possession. But Wigan defended admirably, parking Cheap Jerseys NBA the bus with aplomb against a City side that has stormed to the top of the Premier League table this season and had very real dreams of the quadruple.
Among the top priorities for the Colts are cornerback Rashaan Melvin and offensive tackle Jack Mewhort, but it would be surprising if either got the franchise tag.
An ACL tear ended Robinson's season on his first catch of the year, but before that he was emerging as one of the NFL's most promising young receivers. The Jaguars will make adding offensive weapons a priority in the offseason, and losing Robinson isn't something they want to happen. A long-term deal may be tough to negotiate after his injury, though. The franchise tag would allow the Jaguars to solve that problem in 2019.
As usual, all of the events can be live streamed via NBC Olympics, while the NBC primetime block for television begins at 8 p.m. ET and runs through 11:30 p.m. ET. In addition to NBC's live streaming, FuboTV has you covered if you want to catch the primetime block.
The primetime block will also include coverage of the two-man bobsled event, which is the only bit that will be airing as a tape delay. If you missed it in the early hours of Monday morning, that would be a good time to see who takes the exciting event.
The Shibutanis finished the short program in ice dance with a score of 77.73 on Sunday. That was good for first place at the time, but they were eventually passed by three others, including the American team of Madison Hubbell and Zachary Donohue.
They may be competing with each other for bronze, as the French team of Guillaume Cheap Jerseys Paypal Cizeron and Gabriella Papadakis are currently in second for silver while Scott Moir and Tessa Virtue are in first for Canada.


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Children's Hospital Volunteer Christmas Party Photo Booth
We are big fans of the work these volunteers do at Lady Cilento Children's Hospital so we donated a photo booth for their Christmas Party!! Doesn't it look like they had some well deserved fun at the Rydes in South Bank :)
Our journey with the Lady Cilento hospital all started through Jucied TV at the beginning of this year and we have loved every minute of it. Our photo booth has been at a number of their events held for the kids at Lady Cilento and what an emotional and rewarding experience it has been so far!! We look forward to donating our photo booths to many more Jucied TV events for all the special kids :)
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National Fire Prevention Week is October 7-13th.
This year's FPW campaign, "Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere," works to educate people about three basic but essential steps to take to reduce the likelihood of having a fire––and how to escape safely in the event of one:
Look for places fire could start. Take a good look around your home. Identify potential fire hazards and take care of them.
Listen for the sound of the smoke alarm. You could have only minutes to escape safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Go to your outside meeting place, which should be a safe distance from the home and where everyone should know to meet.
Learn two ways out of every room and make sure all doors and windows leading outside open easily and are free of clutter.
The Fire Company will celebrate National Fire Prevention Week 2018 with an Open House, at our Fire Station, on Thursday, October 11th, at 6 p.m.
Highlights for this year's open house include: a firefighting demonstration, tour of the firehouse, fire helmets for the kids, free giveaways, preparedness and fire safety information, as well as food and drinks.
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India resolving social conflicts through accommodation: Ansari
India has been trying its best to resolve its social conflicts through accommodation and good governance and realise a more prosperous and inclusive vision of the country, Vice President Hamid Ansari said today.india Updated: Jun 07, 2010 20:37 IST
India has been trying its best to resolve its social conflicts through accommodation and good governance and realise a more prosperous and inclusive vision of the country, Vice President Hamid Ansari said today.
Addressing a lecture on "Challenges of Global Governance in the 21st century" organised by the Prague Security Studies Institute (PSSI), Ansari who is on a three day official visit to Czech Republic said, "accommodation of diversity has been consciously incorporated as a distinctive feature of the Indian state."
The Indian approach to multi-culturalism is to aspire towards a form of citizenship that is marked neither by a universalism generated by complete homogenisation, nor by particularism of self-identical and closed communities, Ansari said.
"The constant effort of our polity, through its democratic churning, has been to address societal conflict through accommodation and good governance and realise the vision of an India that is more prosperous, more inclusive, more accommodative and more confident of its ability to resolve complex social issues," he said.
The accommodation of diversity and acceptance of multiple identities is the most important aspect of the Indian society, Ansari added.
"We have been fortunate in implementing it due to our civilisational heritage and innate capacity for synthesis."
In the words of a distinguished academic, 'the Indian Constitution was well ahead of its time not only in recognising diversities but also in providing for representation of the collectivities in the formal democratic structures', Ansari said.
He said, the "special provisions for guarantees or affirmative action in eight broad categories – caste, class, tribe, backwardness, religion, region, sex and language – is evidence of this approach for securing justice and ensuring cultural autonomy in a composite culture within a framework of a quasi-federal structure.
It implies that a standardised image of an India cannot be constructed.
Rapid economic and human development has raised new issues of identity and integration. Living in isolation is not an option in the era of globalisation, there are, however, many ways of living together. Integration is necessary and desirable, assimilation is neither desirable nor practical, he said.
"Throughout our history, we have seen identities being built on a series of inclusions and exclusions reflective of ground realities. The challenge for us in the future, as in the past, would be to maintain a balance in favour of inclusions."
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A&E delivered technical production and engineering for Kimchi & Chips new piece Halo @ Somerset House in 2018. This was it's first showing and involved in intensive 2 week install. A&E worked closely with Kimchi & Chips and the Somerset House team to work out the best way of installing, calibrating and finessing the piece in this grand location.
Halo uses 99 robotic mirrors and a complex mathematical simulation to track the suns rays and reflect them into a cloud of mist - creating an etherial volumetric projection of a Halo.
Engineering challenges involved, pumping high pressure water, mirror calibration and software control of a large number of servo's.
KIMCHI AND CHIPSArtist : Mimi Son, Elliot Woods
CO-COMMISSIONED BY Arts Council Korea and Arts Council England Joint Funding2017 Gwangju Design Biennale
PRESENTED BYSomerset HouseKorean Cultural Centre UK
MATHEMATICAL MODELLING IN COLLABORATION WITHImprobable
PRODUCTION & ON-SITE ENGINEERING Artists and Engineers, Louis Mustill, Arron Smith
THANKS TO Improbable Tech : Daniel Tang, Dave CulleyROBOTIS 로보티즈Myungjin Light 명진라이트Glen Rowden, Paul WardSean Malikides


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the bite: The New Potato
By Natalie Goel
Our advice: forget the naysayers and don't just stick to your lane. As someone who embraces many artistic abilities rather than just one, Athena feels a kinship with other women who do the same. It's no surprise, then, she's long felt a connection with sisters Danielle and Laura Kosann of The New Potato, both an online mag that presents everything from entertainment to design to fashion, all through the lens of food–and a creative agency.
The design-savvy duo recently released their first cookbook, Great Tastes. As an extension of their site, the book is not just about the recipes themselves but the stories, the gatherings, the outfits, and the people surrounding the meal. Amen, sisters! Ahead, get to know their (great) tastes a little bit better and learn a recipe from their new tome, their snack-food-inspired Super Savory Seed-Crusted Asparagus.
NAMES: Danielle & Laura Kosann
PROFESSION: Founders of The New Potato
PHILOSOPHY ON FOOD? Everything in moderation.
A LITTLE ABOUT THE RECIPE YOU'RE SHARING WITH US? Asparagus is one of our favorite vegetables. We love roasting them until they're crisp, and with this recipe wanted to kick it up a notch and make them almost like a crispy snack!
ESSENTIAL KITCHEN TOOL? A great knife set.
THREE INGREDIENTS YOU COULDN'T LIVE WITHOUT? Maldon sea salt, lemon, and great EVOO.
SOUNDTRACK IN YOUR KITCHEN? Ah, this is so hard! Depends on our mood. Could be anything from Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra, (especially if we're cooking up an Italian meal!), to Drake, The Weeknd, Simon & Garfunkel, Van Morrison, etc.!
MIDNIGHT SNACK? A slice of pizza!
I CAN NEVER RESIST… Hu Kitchen chocolate. It is the best chocolate on the planet. And a glass of wine or a good martini.
THE RECIPE OR MEAL YOU ARE KNOWN FOR? Danielle is known for her guacamole and Laura is known for her amazing ribs. (Recipe in our book!)
TRIED-AND-TRUE ENTERTAINING TIP? We love to make each guest's favorite drink, (if the number of people is manageable). It's pretty great to walk into a dinner party and find that your favorite cocktail is ready for you!
HOW DO FOOD AND STYLE INTERSECT FOR YOU? They're one and the same for us. Everyone has to eat, and what they eat and how they live with food is just as much a part of their personal style as what they wear.
BEST PART OF PUTTING THE COOKBOOK TOGETHER? Reliving the hilarious stories that are peppered throughout. The book is filled with funny tales from our lives as sisters, and from our time having TNP, including several celebrity encounters.


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Gregory O'Brien
With one foot in the literary world, the other in the visual art realm, Gregory has been a prolific and busy presence on the cultural scene for nearly three decades. As Lara Strongman says "Greg O'Brien is one of New Zealand's most distinguished 'cultural odd job men'. As a curator, poet, novelist, art writer, and visual artist he makes major contributions to our culture.
As an artist, Gregory has held solo exhibitions and participated in group shows in Auckland, Wellington and elsewhere. Since 2008, he has made over 30 etchings with master printmaker Michael Kempson at Cicada Press, University of NSW, Sydney. He has also worked collaboratively with John Pule and Euan Macleod on ongoing series of etchings and paintings. Gregory has exhibited regularly at Bowen Galleries, Wellington, since 1990. In 2009, he exhibited 'For Maxwell Fernie I & II' at Peter McLeavey Gallery Wellington. He also held two solo shows at Jane Sanders Art Agent, Auckland.
Gregory received an Arts Foundation Laureate Award in 2012. In the same year, Gregory was the recipient of the Prime Minister's Award for Literary Achivement for Non-fiction. At the end of 2013 Gregory was acknowledged in the New Year's Honour's list as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit. He received an honorary doctorate of literature from Victoria University in 2017.
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For the second straight season, Helias' Dalton Buschjost and Tristan Grawe will finish their season at the Class 1 state championships.
The Crusaders' doubles pairing earned one of the 16 spots for the tournament Tuesday at the Crusader Athletic Complex in the Class 1 sectional round, which paired the top-two singles and doubles players from District 7 and District 8.
Buschjost and Grawe defeated Boonville's Kyle Chrisman and Gabe Rumbaoa 7-6 (7-3 tiebreaker), 6-1 to advance to the round of 16.
Individual competition came to an end Tuesday for three Helias players.
In the other doubles match, Jacob Cowley and Seth Pezley suffered a 3-6, 4-6 loss to Boonville's Francesco Bona and Luke Rehagen, the District 7 doubles champions.
Jacob Schepers, Helias' only singles competitor, lost 4-6, 2-6 to Kirksville's Bennett Hoshaw, who won the singles title in District 7.
In the remaining sectional match, Fulton's Haydon Windsor won 6-2, 6-0 against Moberly's Alex Fincher in singles play.
Buschjost and Grawe will play in the Class 1 doubles tournament, which will be held May 25-26 at the Cooper Tennis Complex in Springfield.
Next up for Helias is team play in the Class 1 state tournament. The Crusaders (11-1) will host John Burroughs (19-4) in the sectional round at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Crusader Athletic Complex.
Boonville (11-1) and St. Dominic (15-4) will play their sectional match next at 10:30 a.m. The two sectional champions will then match up in the quarterfinals, which will start at approximately 1 p.m. Saturday.


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Hirsch's believes in rewarding the women in the community who are making a difference in their world through the Margaret Hirsch Woman in Business Achiever Awards competition. The competition runs over the period of a year, where the monthly finalist stands to win a R500,00 Hirsch's gift voucher and the overall winner a R10 000,00 gift voucher.
Recently the November finalist, Adel van Heerden – owner of Steele Model Agency, was announced as a finalist at Hirsch's Centurions monthly Ladies Networking morning. Adel not only runs the Agency, but makes a valuable contribution towards the community through providing children and teens the opportunity to enter the Fashion world, whether it be as models or fashion designers.
Says Adel: "I started modelling when I was 15 years old, and the confidence and character that it built in me encouraged me to make this available to those less privileged."
The keynote speaker at the event was Nicolette Steel, who is a sought after Inspirational Speaker and Author.
The title of her message was 'Looking back to the future' where she explained that in order for us to move forward we need to look at what we have learnt from the past. "Embrace the person you have become". She spoke on the importance of celebrating our past successes and also the hard situations we have gone through – recognising the fact that we have survived them and keeping this in mind – we will be able to attempt the impossible. Quoting from the song by One Republic, Nicolette encouraged the ladies to live life to the full: – "with every broken bone, I swear I lived".
After an encouraging message, each of the participants had the opportunity to present themselves and their business in a 30 second time slot. After the formal part of the event, opportunity was given for guests to network over a cup of coffee and breakfast snacks.


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Aparicio came to Boston before the 1971 season for second baseman Mike Andrews and infielder Luis Alvarado. Andrews had some nice years for Boston, and would have one more good year in 1971 before fading away. Alvarado never did much of anything. 1971 was a down year for Aparicio and was actually worse than replacement level according to Baseball-Reference Wins Above Replacement (-0.5 WAR). He'd rebound in 1972 to be a league average shortstop (2.0 WAR). But 1973 was a nice final season for the future Hall of Fame shortstop.
In 1973, Aparicio hit only .271/.324/.309 with the bat, which wasn't too good, but he did walk more than he struck out and added 13 stolen bases. He was only caught once, too. During the season he passed the 500 SB milestone to finish with 506 steals. Besides his value on the base paths, Aparicio was worth a whopping 11 runs above average according to TotalZone. That was after being "worth" -8 runs in 1971 and -4 runs in 1972. In his career, Aparicio would be worth 149 runs above average over 18 seasons. He won nine Gold Gloves in his career as an elite defender.
Luis Aparicio's original 1973 Topps card is hardly a pricey one. You can find one graded PSA 8 for under $10 and one in PSA 9 for around $20 to $25. There are only 8 PSA 10 1973 Topps Aparicio cards, and those can fetch several hundred dollars. Aparicio would also have a 1974 Topps card.that are actually similarly priced, with only 4 PSA 10 copies currently graded. Luis Aparicio's later cards with the Red Sox aren't super expensive, but since he's a Hall of Famer who made a living with his speed and glove, he's worth adding to any vintage baseball card collection.


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To retired Dallas businessman Peter Stewart, life is God's greatest gift. He is profoundly thankful for it. He has spent decades learning about the human impulse toward gratitude and providing opportunities for others to experience and express thankfulness. His vision created The Thanks-Giving Foundation and Thanks-Giving Square, a gathering place to encourage unity of people from all backgrounds, races and religions, a downtown park dedicated to thanksgiving and gratitude. His fondest wish is to develop a "World Day of Thanks-Giving" when many cultures and religions could celebrate gratitude together.
While Peter's volunteer, civic, business and real estate endeavors have positively shaped Dallas as we know it today, it is his legacy of gratitude that will extend well into the future because of his planned gift to The Dallas Foundation. His gift will establish a fund to support projects that inspire and promote the spirit of Thanks-giving.
Peter chose The Dallas Foundation because of our reputation for fulfilling donors' intentions and our careful oversight of grants. He also knew he could designate advisors - in his case, his adult children - from the fund to help Foundation staff members select appropriate proposals for grants from the fund.
While Peter Stewart's interest in thankfulness may be unique, many families and individuals share his desire to give back, to do something good that spans generations. The Dallas Foundation can help you accomplish that goal.
During production of this story, Peter Stewart passed away on January 10, 2018, at the age of 97. We offer condolences to his loved ones and are honored that he placed his trust in The Dallas Foundation to continue his legacy of gratitude and Thanks-giving.
The Dallas Foundation can work with you to develop a charitable giving plan that spans generations, making a powerful difference in the lives of your loved ones, your community and future generations.
We can help you determine which planned giving vehicles will fulfill your charitable goals:
A gift in your will or living trust
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Even though we're a food shop and the pre-Christmas mayhem hasn't really hit yet (though we are busy), I thought this story from last summer might help those of you who are actually braving the shops.
It was late in the day and I must have been getting tired when a woman came in, looking for something (I can't now remember what).
She started off by shaking her head as she said "You don't have ________ do you."
As I said, I was a little tired, so I started to shake my head along with her when I suddenly realized that we did, indeed, have what she was looking for.
I snapped to, pulled it off the shelf and made the sale.
Ever since then, I've been noticing how many people ask for what they want in the negative. And I wonder how often they leave a store disappointed.
Because, here's the thing. I'm the owner here. That gives me a massive incentive to give my customers what they want.
In most stores, the person waiting on you is a staff member, trying to do a good job, of course, but if they're tired, or it's been one of those days, it might be easier to just agree with the customer and say, "No. We don't have that."
It's just a suggestion, but if you find yourself coming home empty-handed whenever you go shopping, you might want to try stating your question as a positive: "Where can I find...?" or at the very least as a neutral: "Do you have...?"
The person serving you will have to think about it a little more and you may just get what you want more often.
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Shopping: How to Get What You Want More Often
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All About Online Casino Gaming in North America
Since online casinos hit the market during the mid 1990's, these casinos have fast become the most accessible way to play. For US players especially, online casino gaming is a versatile option that allows them to play wherever is most convenient at the time.
Online online casino gaming was restricted in the US for some time since 2006, but certain states like New Jersey and Nevada have recently legalised online gaming again. However, players in other states where online gaming is restricted can instead play real money online online casino games at international online casinos, and there are many of these sites that accept American players and USD.
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Licensed and certified online casinos are always the best choice for US players. Players can use reviews and online online casino comparison sites to find casinos that accept US players and offer full licensing and registration, as well as those that offer real money gaming and bonuses.
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Michael Frehley (July 2, 1986) is an American professional wrestler. Mostly working on the independent wrestling promotions, he currently works for WrestleForce. He had the rare opportunity to work for the WWE during June 2012, in a two-on-one handicap match against Ryback.
Personal life
Frehey is a member of the South Carolina Air National Guard. He is also a veteran of "Operation Enduring Freedom".
In wrestling
- Nicknames
- "Mr A-List"
- Teams and stables
- House of Style with BJ Hancock (as Michael Frehley)
Championships and accomplishments
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Don't know what to get for a loved one this holiday season? Consider giving the gift of great oral health! An electric toothbrush is a great gift idea for anyone on your shopping list this season. There are many benefits of using an electric-powered toothbrush. Many incorporate self-timers into their design which lets you know if you are brushing long enough. Remember, dental professionals recommend you brush your teeth at least two times a day for two minutes. Electric toothbrushes can also be a lot easier to use for individuals with more limited dexterity. Plus, using an electric toothbrush can seem more fun and can encourage you to brush the right way.
Gift Ideas for Him, Her and the Kids!
Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush, Pink
The Philips Sonicare DiamondClean comes in three colors, pink, black or white.
The pink would be perfect for a lady! If you would like to treat one of the ladies in your life to a special treat for their holiday smile then what could be better than a pink edition toothbrush?!
I have only just discovered the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Pink Edition, and I am loving it!Not only is the handle of this brush a lovely shade of pastel pink, but so is the charging travel case. The lights inside the brush gently glow and fade when the brush is turned off.
Click here for my review on the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean.
Sonicare for Kids
Philips Sonicare for Kids
Meanwhile, for your little angels, the Philips Sonicare for Kids will keep their little gnashers clean and healthy over the holiday period, and the brush handle comes with a change of interchangeable panels so they can customize it to their own personal taste.
Baby Tooth Album Organizer
Looking for a gift for baby? then the Baby Tooth Album Organizer will store your child's baby teeth as they lose them. The organiser is flat enough to be stored inside a photo album and comes with a really handy chart to make notes of the date your child lost its tooth and their progress.
Crest 3D WhiteStrips
Crest 3D White Whitestrips will give your teeth a professional level whitening and stain removal treatment. The kit contains 20-days worth of strips for upper and lower teeth. You use them once a day and stick them to your teeth, leaving them in place for 30 minutes. In addition, the kit also contains two two-hour strips. I was a bit sceptical about whether these strips really work, but they have great reviews!
Stocking stuffers
Any of these gifts could be included in a bundle with a toothbrush, or used as little stocking stuffers.
Therabreath Fresh Breath Oral Rinse
Indulged in a lot of spicy food over the festive period? TheraBreath Oral Rinse Therabreath Fresh Breath Oral Rinse will keep your mouth as fresh as a daisy for 24 hours with its mild minty flavor, it's alcohol free and won't burn. It's also suitable for vegans and gluten free and will keep your mouth from feeling dry and sticky.
Flossing & Floss Picks
For the ultimate cleaning experience flossing and floss picks will keep your teeth and gums in tip top conditions over the holiday period. These Glide Floss Picks will give your teeth some well deserved TLC over the holiday period.
Lip Kiss Tube Dispenser
Pucker up with these lips, as your other half won't be able to resist them. You slide the Lip Kiss Tube Dispenser Cream Squeezer Lip Kiss Tube Dispenser over your tube of toothpaste and it squeezes the contents from the bottom of the tube towards the nozzle, thus saving a lot of wastage. You can also use them on other tubes of cream.


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How To Hygge 🙌 A Guide To The Latest Scandi Lifestyle Trend
You're probably wondering what hygge is. I know I sure was. All I know is that if it's something Scandi, it's probably cool.
Hygge is pretty much the feeling of cosy contentment. It's a way of life from the Danes and it basically revolves around enjoyment. To do hygge with someone – can mean to enjoy a fun or cosy experience together. Yeah, that's right, maybe something cheeky, but we'll ignore that aspect for now and focus more on the furniture and slippers vibe (it's nearly winter and my feet are cold.)
Hygge is all about atmosphere and feelings that make you feel comforted and warm. Which, quite frankly, makes hygge sound like that perfect concept to latch onto before the temperature drops.
Well, there's no one specific way to achieve this feeling. It's all about knowing what makes you feel good. We're all aware of Scandi design; wooden floors, minimal design, natural light, open spaces, fresh plants, but anything that speaks to your senses can help you achieve this state of mind. Plus, it's easy enough to grab a cup of coffee and a bowl of porridge and stay in bed all cosy for an extra few mins in the morning, right?
I mean you're probably not gonna be able to switch up the dingy carpet in your uni room for beautiful wooden flooring, but there are definitely ways to update your room to give you a little bit more hygge.
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India and Greece Inks Open Skies Pact (Download PDF)
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India and Greece signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which will enable both the countries for unlimited number of flights into each and introduced the air service agreement for open skies.
- Greece is the first country to sign an open sky arrangement with India under its new civil aviation policy.
Key facts
- Currently no any direct flights are available between India and Greece so passengers of Greece have to travel via Turkey or Gulf States to rich Greece which is time consuming.
- This is the first air services agreement between India and Greece, so both the countries were avoided the start of air services before this agreement.
- But after this agreement both the countries can operate unlimited number of flights to each other and the airlines carriers from Greek will be decided unlimited traffic rights to six Indian metro cities.
- India was planning to become part pf 'open sky' air service agreements (ASA) with SAARC countries and also with countries which are 5,000 km far form Delhi radius.
- The new civil aviation policy facilitated India to sign ASAs with other countries by bilateral negotiations and also can decide the number of flights that airlines can fly into both countries.
- There is no limit on flights or seats as per open sky pact.
- Currently, India has an open sky agreement with the US and a near open sky agreement with the UK where as for SAARC and ASEAN countries, India has an open sky agreement with more than ten countries.
About SAARC:
- The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is regional diplomatic organization and geopolitical union in South Asia.
- Its member states are:
- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Nepal
- The Maldives
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
- SAARC includes 3 % of the world's area, 21 % of the world's population and 9.12 % of the global economy, as of 2015.
- Published/Last Modified on: September 9, 2016
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Remember visiting the Richmond Night Market? Can we agree that it was the biggest highlights of the summer? It was great wasn't it? Warm summer air, a bustling and exciting vibe from all the visitors. Vendors carrying everything you could possibly imagine; and the amazing smell of fifty different foods cooking at once. Let's get real here, the food was probably the biggest reason you went.
How about the glow-in-the-dark bubble tea? The neon virgin cocktails and drinks that emitted smoke? Come on, it was essentially everyone's way of saying "we went to the Night Market". The drinks litter just about everyone's Instagram feeds all summer long and we can't blame them because it's one of the most aesthetic and creative ways to enjoy bubble tea.
Now, for anyone wishing this wasn't just a summer treat, we've got great news. You can enjoy these delectable and aesthetic drinks all year round!
Enter Sencha Tea Lounge, a newly opened cafe and lounge on West Broadway. The cool and brilliantly coloured joint is now your year-round host of your favourite Richmond Night Market drinks. That includes the brightly lit bubble tea, your smoking and neon-bright mocktails - and they do alcoholic drinks too.
Between tea cocktails, snacks, and... is that a glow-in-the-dark bulldog? They're packing a lot in terms of drinks and pairing them with a strong selection of snacks to boot.
Want to get in on the action? You can find them on 3468 West Broadway in Kitsilano. They're celebrating January with a happy hour special on drinks: BOGO 50% off. We'd recommend trying their Heineken Green Tea. A mix of passionfruit green tea and the famous beer: a combination so crazy, that for them to offer it, it must work!


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A play that everyone knows -- but it's fun to read or see one of the many films of it over and over. Here are just a few random thoughts from one more enjoyable reading.
Puck is one of my favorite characters. His descriptions of tricks, wiles, rapid travel around the world use the most wonderful language of any fairy I know.
Puck's master Oberon is angry and vengeful. So what does he do? He tells Puck to make Titania, who has refused his willful demand, fall in love. He instructs Puck how to do it -- to pick some inappropriate object, use the magic flower dust, and so on. And then, in a spirit of mischief, he has Puck also afflict a few mortals who have wandered into his way. Shakespeare knew the depths of revenge and meaningless evil-doing in human beings. His fairy people are such a light and pleasant contrast to real human emotions and actions. Their rivalry, mischief, and trivial tricks are such a relief.
Before the fairies' first scene, we have already met these fated mortals whose love life Puck is about to derail. Two men love one woman, Hermia. Her father insists that he will have her killed or made a nun if she doesn't marry his choice -- the one she dislikes. Her best friend Helena loves the rejected lover. For all of them, love is a big pain. Said Hermia, about to flee her father's wrath:
Before the time I did Lysander see
Seemed Athens as a paradise to me.
O, then, what graces in my love do dwell
That he hath turned a heaven unto a hell! (I, i, 209-212)
What does Shakespeare say about love in this play? I think he says love is a trickster just like Puck.
Love's pains and the power of revenge are both so light in this forest near "Athens" -- which seems so totally Shakespearean and English. It's only a play, Shakespeare constantly reminds us. The bumbling "mechanicals" who put on the play within a play are so worried about acting too well that they constantly get out of their roles to remind their audience that they are only pretending. Of course this is the most humorous part of the play as no one would conceiveably be fooled by their artifice! Puck's constant motion, lists of tricks, and ability to be everywhere at once are so splendid. No wonder we have a word for him: puckish -- meaning the impish sprit of pucks or pookas.
Puck's constant motion, lists of tricks, and ability to be everywhere at once are so splendid. No wonder we have a word for him: puckish -- meaning the impish sprit of pucks or pookas.


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Intercultural Montessori Oak Park Campus
Oak Park Summer Camp TipsJune 10, 2015
Dear Parents,
As you know, Summer Session 1 will begin Monday, June 8th. Thank you to those who have submitted their balance for the summer. If you have not turned in your summer balance yet, please submit you payment before the beginning of next week.
Attached you will find all the information you need to know regarding your child's belongings and daily routine. If you have any questions please contact the school. As well we have included information regarding after school activities. We look forward to seeing you!
Here is the link to our Google Parent Calendar:
For those students who will not be bringing lunch from home, here is the link to our school lunch catering service:
We look forward to seeing you bright and early on Monday morning!
Oak Park Administration
Intercultural Montessori Language School in Oak Park


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I was always one of those people that thought 'oh I'll never let myself put on weight, oh no not me' but much to my surprise or not so surprise I did in fact put on the weight. I turned to food for comfort, and yes it felt good. A couple months later and boom the weight piled on. I've always been a health conscious person so really felt I let myself down. But letting myself down wasn't enough for me to stop and get myself back into gear to lose it again. It took me ages to get back on track and I'm am still on my 'weight loss journey'. But that's ok!
I was trying to find the balance between enjoying life and eating right…
And then I realised eating well + staying fit = enjoying life. I think feeling good is the best thing for your mental health and I do feel good fitter. I've known this for a long time but we all need a reminder every now and then. Don't get me wrong, although I put on the pounds I didn't lose my fitness. But the aesthetic image didn't make me feel good – and there's nothing wrong with admitting that. I want to look good. Who doesn't.
Even making the switch of 'right let's do this now, no more unhealthy food' changes your perception. Get up and go, no more excuses. I promise you, you will feel better from day one. Don't think about the result think about the journey, at week 1 you may be thinking 'but I have so much to lose' change that thought process and think 'I already have a week down'.
Life is hard, things happen and food makes us feel good – I know. Take control and put your health first, because feeling good about yourself and taking control will help all those crappy things that can happen to each and every one of us. Make your life better, give your self a chance. We're all in the same rocky boat of life 😘


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Let's learn about Young Living's Peppermint Essential Oil!
Peppermint is a versatile essential oil with a wide variety of uses. Young Living offers peppermint oil in their traditional line and in their new vitality line. The vitality line allows us to speak of the oil from a dietary or internal perspective, while the traditional line continues to allow topical and aromatic recommendations. Both are the exact same formula of peppermint, but are labeled differently to allow more freedom when recommending usages.
One of the easiest ways to utilize peppermint vitality oil is to add it to food and drinks. Peppermint oil is approximately four times as concentrated as peppermint extract, so use conservatively until you obtain the desired taste. Add a drop or two to hot chocolate, cookies, or brownies to give them a refreshing flavor. Peppermint is also recognized as one of the oldest herbs to aid in healthy digestion. A couple drops of this oil placed in a vegetable capsule or added to an herbal tea is great for the occasional upset stomach. Menthol is one of the primary components in peppermint, which activates the same receptors on nerve endings that sense cold. This interesting fact makes it perfect to add to a spray bottle of water and spritz on during a workout or on a hot summer day to help cool off. A few drops of peppermint mixed with a dab of carrier oil makes a great post-workout massage oil for sore muscles. Peppermint oil smells amazing diffused on its own or with orange, cinnamon bark, or rosemary. The aromatic influence of peppermint may also help you feel more alert and uplifted. These are just a few examples of how to use peppermint essential oil. As you can see, it is easy to make the most of this resourceful oil.
Originally, peppermint was indigenous to Europe, a natural hybrid of water mint and spearmint, but now the United States is responsible for the majority of peppermint growing. The Young Living Farm in Mona, Utah is often recognized for its colorful lavender farms that stick out among the surrounding rugged land. However, several other botanicals are grown at this farm, including peppermint. Young Living holds true to their seedtoseal process, starting by selecting only the finest peppermint seedlings. They then nurture the soil with enzymes to feed the plants and use natural herbicides (or sometimes just leave the weeds or weed by hand) to ensure toxin-free growing conditions. They even research the best time of day to harvest the plant in order to produce premium oils. Peppermint oil is extracted from the flower tops and leaves of the plant by steam distillation. It takes approximately one pound of peppermint to produce a 15ml bottle of peppermint essential oil. As is comes out of the extractor, Young Living frequently tests the extracted oil to ensure its purity. Young Living never accepts diluted, cut, or adulterated oils. The extracted oils never touch anything except stainless steel or glass, so you do not have to worry about leeching from toxic containers before the oils get to you. All of these steps and many more ensure the highest quality of peppermint oil arrives at your door.
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GuiltFree Peppermint Brownies Recipe (posted by Young Living)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
1 15oz. can low sodium black beans
1/3 c. coconut oil
1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder
1/8 tsp. Salt
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 c. honey
3 eggs
2 drops Peppermint Vitality essential oil
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Rinse and drain black beans.
Melt coconut oil on stove until clear.
Blend all ingredients except eggs in food processor until smooth.
In a separate bowl, lightly whisk eggs until well beaten.
Fold into chocolate mixture.
Pour mixture into a greased 8x8 pan and bake 25–30 minutes.
Let cool 15 minutes, then cut.
Let cool another 15 minutes and serve.


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- One post-season appearance (1960 Crusader Bowl)
- One AFCA Division III Coaches' All-American (Nolan Schuler, 2017)
- One CoSIDA Academic All-American (Caleb Dalzell, 2017)
- Two CoSIDA Academic All-District (Caleb Dalzell, 2017; Grant Schroeder, 2017)
- Three D3football.com All-Americans
- Four D3football.com All-Region Honorees
- 37 All-NWC Athletes
- Five D3Football.com Team of the Week
- Nine NWC Student-Athlete of the Week Awards
- One Cliff Harris Award Finalist (Charles Riga, 2017)
- Two NSCA All-American (Justin Kruse, 2015; Dane Jensen, 2017)
- Two NFL Draft Picks (Bob Hadlock and Randy Casey, 14th and 15th rounds respectively)
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A Winning Tradition
REDLANDS --- The George Fox football team came up just short in the season opener Saturday night, as the Bruins fell to the University of Redlands, 20-12.
This marked the fourth straight meeting between the Bruins and the Bulldogs. With the Bruins dropping the decision, the series is now tied at 2-2 with neither team losing a game at home.
Redlands was the first to get on the board, as Nathan Hierlihy split the uprights in the first quarter to give the Bulldogs an early 3-0 lead. The Bulldogs continued to increase their lead into the second quarter after Levi Plante found Noah McFadden for the 12-yard touchdown pass.
Sophomore quarterback Jack Taylor made his collegiate debut for the Bruins, leading the team to 308 yards of total offense on the night. Taylor helped the Bruins find some momentum in the second quarter as the team looked for an answer. After six plays and running nearly five minutes off the clock, junior running back Wesley Riddell dove into the end zone for the Bruins' first touchdown of the night.
A late Hierlihy field goal gave the Bulldogs a 13-6 lead going into the half.
The second half showed a lot of promise for the Bruins, as they looked to find their way on the offensive side of the ball. Taylor continued to gain experience as the play caller, finding seven different receivers through the night. With Redlands leading 20-6 midway through the fourth quarter, Taylor found James Nguyen for a 63-yard strike to cut the deficit to eight. A two-point conversion rush by Taylor came up just short and the Bulldogs led 20-12 with seven minutes left in the game.
The game ended with a couple of late penalties, not in favor of the Bruins, and the Bulldogs secured the game with a couple of late first downs.
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Taylor led the offense on the night, going 18-35 with 229 yards and a touchdown. Preseason All-American Charles Riga led the Bruins' defense with a team-high 17 tackles, while Austin Taylor finished with 12.
What It Means:
The Bruins drop their season opener and move to 0-1 on the season.
What Comes Next:
George Fox will look to bounce back next week when the Bruins host Howard Payne Saturday, Sept. 8 at 1 p.m.


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The Onslow County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a 15-year-old girl known for running away.
Jasmine Rodriguez left her Sneads Ferry home around 4:15 p.m. Thursday and was last seen at the Jacksonville Mall around 5:30 p.m., according to a press release from the sheriff's office.
She is a Hispanic girl, 5'3" tall and weighs 103 pounds, according to the release. Jasmine has brown eyes, long brown hair, and was last seen wearing a black short-sleeve shirt with a NY symbol and a long jean-colored shirt with dark holey jeans and white tennis shoes.
She was reportedly with her grandmother, said she was going to walk around the store and did not come back, according to the sheriff's office.
If anyone has information about Jasmine's whereabouts, please contact the Onslow County Sheriff's Office at 910-455-3113, Detective Lieutenant Foy at firstname.lastname@example.com, or Crime Stoppers at 910-938-3273. Please refer to case 2018-001813 when calling.
Crime Stoppers offers cash reward of up to $2,500 for information that is deemed of value or assistance to law enforcement. Information can also be anonymously texted via Text-A-Tip by typing TIP4CSJAX and your message to 274637 (CRIMES). Callers to Crime Stoppers may remain anonymous and never have to reveal their identity.


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Matt Forde
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The whole thing's a mess and only one person can sort it out. Sadly, we have no idea who it is.
Join Britain's leading political comedian, Matt Forde, for the show that was a complete sell-out at this year's Edinburgh Festival and his last as an EU citizen.
As host of Unspun on Dave and his own Political Party podcast, Matt has interviewed some of British politics' biggest and most notorious characters including Tony Blair, David Davis, Ruth Davidson, Nigel Farage, Nick Clegg, Anna Soubry, Harriet Harman, Ed Balls and Jacob Rees-Mogg.
His monthly residence at Westminster's The Other Palace has sold out every show for over 5 years and sells out months in advance.
Matt Forde
Matt is a writer on 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Stand-Up for the Week and can also be heard on his own late...


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The San José Public Library System (SJPL) invites applications for the position of Children's Material Selector. A Children's Material Selector Librarian I/II performs professional librarian duties including selection of materials for purchase in various formats such as print, media, and eBooks. The successful candidate will have experience with tracking large budgets in a competent manner using Microsoft Excel or other tracking tools, working with frontline and backroom staff around collection development and maintenance issues, and meeting deadlines. The ability to prioritize and work independently is vital. Knowledge of Children's literature and trends in education, such as STEM and STEAM is highly desirable. Additionally, knowledge and experience with cataloging or Technical Services is considered a plus. This position will also be responsible for performing a variety of professional librarian duties, which may include providing direction assistance to library customers in the location of information and library materials; service as a resource for children, young adults, adults and library staff; working with community groups to promote understanding; use and support of library service activities; analyzing, interpreting and answering reference questions; and leading or training the work of a clerical and technical staff as assigned. This position may include evenings or weekends.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience equivalent to:
Education – A Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university.
Experience – Librarian I – None; Librarian II, Minimum one year of full-time professional library experience.
How to Apply
To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity and apply online with the City of San José, please visit the City of San José's employment page.


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We know from Dr. Rosenberg's work that conflict arises because there are unmet needs on the table. When conflict happens to me I instantly feel the physiological pinch of the painful negative emotions linked to these unmet needs. I do NOT like this experience. I'm pretty sure no one likes it. Both my psychological and physiological impulse is to make these feelings stop NOW.
Before I encountered Compassionate Communication, I relied on an assumption for a solution: If I'm unhappy it's somebody's fault. They are the problem. I think we use this judgment to ease the emotional storm by giving it a label. As a bonus, this judgment also tells me how to stop the discomfort. What I need to do is to tell the other person that they're wrong, one way or another.
What I've also learned is that judging like this is a "power over" stance. It lets me believe that my needs are more important than another person's needs. In the past, this sense of privilege gave me permission to try to manipulate the other person into doing things differently, so my needs would be met. Though this didn't work at all well, it was the only strategy I knew.
We've all been taught to believe in this same strategy: that judgment, blame, demand, shame, and guilt (and their related behaviors) are effective ways to get our needs met by others. It hasn't been for me (and probably isn't for any of us) because people react to judgmental speaking and behavior not only with resistance; they are often triggered to use the same strategies to affect our behavior.
A key break from this strategy took place for me when my desire to stay connected (with others and myself) became greater than my desire to be in judgment or to be right. To do this I had to learn to shift my focus from wanting my negative emotions to stop to listening to what they were trying to tell me. I had to remind myself, even as they clamored for attention, that if I didn't stop to listen—to myself and to the other person—sooner or later I would be having the same kind of argument again. Once this was clear I could see that what I learned growing up about judgments and blame was wholly inaccurate and not at all helpful. A person is not a problem. The problem rests where the unmet needs are. For both of us.
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All the commentaries on the Yoga Sutra have their own angle or agenda except Vyasa's, which is flawlessly aligned with the Yoga Sutra. Panditji's study with two great masters led him to realize that the Yoga Sutra is a living scripture, with every sutra having an experiential component. Every sutra directly or indirectly helps us to understand the mind, turn it inward, and achieve life's purpose.
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Apple Fostering
Children Services
Adoption and Fostering
Posted: 11 January 2019
Website: http://applefostering.co.uk/
Telephone: 0845 057 3845
Apple Fostering is an independent, modern Fostering Agency whose philosophy is centred on meeting the needs of children and young people needing substitute parenting. Our mission statement is 'Putting People First'. By developing excellence within our multi-cultural arena of foster carers and working with the Local Authority to find placements for children and young people.