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Rugby ace Amber turns professional
AMBER Reed, former Fishponds schoolgirl turned England rugby player, has more than one reason to celebrate.
AMBER Reed, former Fishponds schoolgirl turned England rugby player, has more than one reason to celebrate.
She has just been named in England's Elite Player Squad for the 2016/17 season and is among 29 players who have been awarded the first ever 15-aside professional contracts.
The 54-player squad is split into full-time, part-time, short-term and non-contracted players, with Amber one of 18 players receiving a full-time contract.
Amber, who was brought up in Fishponds where her mum still lives, was a member of the winning 2014 Women's Rugby World Cup squad after debuting for her country in 2012 against France.
The 25-year-old is now looking to her next challenge - the Old Mutual Wealth Series in November - and sees it as the perfect way for the squad to lay down a marker ahead of their World Cup defence in August 2017.
The side will first take on 2016 Six Nations title holders France at The Stoop on Wednesday November 9.
They will then face New Zealand, again at the Stoop, on Saturday November 19 before facing Canada at Twickenham a week later. In addition, the side with travel to Dublin, home of the 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup, to face Ireland on Sunday November 13.
Amber said: "It's a fantastic opportunity for us to kick off the year leading into the World Cup.
"It's a very competitive autumn series with some of the best teams in the world so we are looking forward to the challenge."
England Women lost to Canada in the July before avenging their Six Nations defeat to France with victory over them in the summer.
Amber herself topped a century of career Test points in that 17-13 win over France in the Rugby Super Series in Utah this July.
The Bristol Ladies player said a combination of preparation and being clinical will be crucial to them being successful in their November fixtures.
"It will be very physical," said Amber.
"There will be no easy fixture so we will have to be on top of our game for each one.
"We have something to prove against Canada and we are looking forward to putting in a solid performance in front of a home crowd.
"We managed to beat France for the first time in three years in the summer, having lost to them in the Six Nations decider, so it's a massive opportunity to lay a marker going into the World Cup next year.
"I'd urge as many people as possible to get down to the matches and cheer us on."
Amber, who has 22 caps, also says home support can play a huge part in helping to inspire them to victory over the coming months.
"With the competitive nature of the teams we're playing, it's always fantastic to have home support. It does make a massive difference to the players on the pitch.As a player it gives you that extra bit of edge knowing you have the majority of the crowd on your side and I'd urge as many people as possible to get down to the matches and cheer us on."


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That's right, it's business time–a new set of cards for yours truly just arrived. And, if you were wondering, YES, this design is available for purchase in my Etsy shop.
I just realized that I haven't posted in (gulp) over a month, but as the gift-giving season approaches, I will be on my game–I can't wait to share all the neat gift ideas and finds with you, so stay tuned!
In the mean time, I got an iPhone! YAY, welcome to 2010, right? My dad updated to the 5, so he handed me down the old 4. Obviously, the best hand-me-down ever. Now, no excuses for not keeping in contact with any of you the way I need to (Amanda, we will still be pen pals...xoxo).

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Fleet Peghqu' Heavy Destroyer
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|This article is about the T5 playable starship. For the improved T6 version, see Fleet Duvqu' Heavy Destroyer.
The Fleet Peghqu' Heavy Destroyer is a Tier 5 (Level 50) Destroyer which may be flown by Klingon Defense Force characters.
Players can obtain this starship from the Ship and Shuttle Requisitions officer at their faction's home base if they are a 1000-day Veteran or a lifetime subscriber for 20,000 and 1 , so long as the player's Fleet has a Tier II Spire and one Starbase Military Fleet Ship Provision.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The Starfleet Corps of Engineers and New Romulus Shipyards are not the only elite groups working on new starships. An engineering team at the Empire Shipyards have designed the Peghqu'-class Heavy Destroyer - a heavy ship with increased maneuverability that is nimble enough to outmaneuver a cruiser, but strong enough to take a barrage from an escort. Only experienced ship commanders with the backing of the High Council will have the chance to fly this ship.
The Peghqu' class fills a unique role in the Klingon fleet as it is more sturdy than a Bird-of-Prey, more maneuverable than a Battle Cruiser, and as described above, more flexible than a Raptor. The Battle Cloak gives it another huge advantage normally available only to more maneuverable (and fragile) Raiders on the KDF side, and Romulan Warbirds. It also comes equipped with a prototype Dynamic Tactical System (or DTS).
While the Peghqu's Dynamic Tactical System allows it the same level of versatility as the Chimera- and Daeinos-class vessels on the Federation and Romulan sides, the physical changes it introduces are less dramatic.
Engaging Tactical Mode merely raises two sections on the dorsal and ventral hull, exposing the Disruptor Lotus array. Entering warp and flying through Sector Space shows the Peghqu' extending the length of its warp nacelles slightly, for greater maneuverability at warp.
Klingon Empire Fleets have made further upgrades to the Peghqu'-class Heavy Destroyers. These Fleet Starships are built to the highest standard and have increased Hull Hit Points, Shield Strength and an additional Engineering Console slot.
Class variants[edit | edit source]
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The Peghqu' class physically resembles an advanced Raptor, bearing many similarities to the Puyjaq class, with rounded, curved surfaces and ribbed plating shielding the warp nacelles. Unlike the Puyjaq, the Peghqu' has slightly downward-swept and more heavily reinforced wings. The "head" section is rounded into a bullet shape, with protruding cannon mounts on each side.
|SKIN UNLOCK: Duvqu' Heavy Destroyer, 1,000
The Duvqu' class had an extensive redesign done to the ship's impulse engines, nacelles, Disruptor Lotus emitters and the "head" section. Ship's "head" now sports two much larger cannon muzzles and a deflector array similar in design to the one on Vaadwaur Manasa-class Escort.
Starship Mastery[edit | edit source]
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|Precise Weapon Systems
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|Enhanced Weapon Banks
|+15% Critical Severity.
|Devastating Weaponry
|+2.5% Critical Chance.
|Enhanced Weapon Systems
|+10% Kinetic Damage.
+10% All Energy Damage.
Abilities[edit | edit source]
Universal consoles[edit | edit source]
The Fleet Peghqu' Heavy Destroyer doesn't come equipped with any universal consoles.
However, it can equip the [Console - Universal - Dynamic Tactical System] which allows the player to switch the Destroyer between Regenerative Mode and Tactical Mode.
- Regenerative Mode (+30 Shield Systems)
- Tactical Mode (+30 Targeting System)
While in the innate Regenerative Mode, excess power is transferred to the Auxiliary System, Starship Shield Systems skill is increased and Tachyon Inversion Beam is enabled.
Activating Tactical Mode transfers power to Weapon Systems, increases ship's Starship Targeting Systems skill granting an Accuracy bonus and enables a powerful multi-targeting Lotus capable of piercing multiple targets.
Battle Cloak
The Fleet Peghqu' Heavy Destroyer has a battle cloak that allows the ship to cloak during combat, granting stealth and a damage bonus upon decloaking.
Experimental Weapon[edit source]
The Fleet Peghqu' Heavy Destroyer comes with an Experimental Weapon slot. This additional slot does not fit standard weapons. Unlike standard starship weapons, Experimental weapons are not affected by weapon firing modes, such as those granted by bridge officer abilities.
Standard configuration[edit | edit source]
Klingon starships come with standard equipment and weapons of the lowest mark available at the ship's minimum rank. The items provided are appropriate to the type of vessel and its related playing style.
Fore Weapons
Aft Weapons
Admiralty ship[edit | edit source]
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Gallery[edit | edit source]
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"Nice Companies Finish First" was the title of a Strategy+Business article recently passed on to us by Center for Higher Ambition Leadership board member Doug Conant. Author Matt Palmquist asserted that companies that strive to be socially responsible are rewarded more than those that simply pursue economic gains. As this goes to the heart of the ongoing debate between stakeholder and shareholder views of capitalism, we were intrigued.
The article is based on a research paper in Knowledge and Process Management, "An Analysis of the Organizational Core Values of the World's Most Admired Companies." Palmquist summarizes the approach of authors Maria Assunta Barchiesi and Agostino La Bella:
The authors analyzed the core values espoused by the 34 firms that made Fortune's list of the 50 most admired companies for each of the last five years (2009-2013). The list is based on an annual survey of more than 15,000 analysts, directors, and executives. Fortune ranks the world's largest companies—those with annual revenues of US$10 billion or more—according to nine attributes that speak to reputation, including the level of innovation, personnel management, and the quality of products and services.
The companies included such familiar names as Southwest Airlines, Nike, Coca-Cola, Marriott International, and Procter & Gamble. Barchiesi and La Bella looked at each company's core values and put them into one of five categories: Customer/User Orientation, Employee Orientation, Economic/Financial Growth Orientation, Excellence Orientation, and Social Responsibility Orientation. Companies typically had values that addressed more than one orientation so an additional level of analysis was undertaken to determine the predominant orientation.Palmquist cited Marriott as an example from the paper:
Marriott International emphasizes five pillars: one dedicated to customers ("embrace the change"), one to employees ("put people first"), one to the pursuit of excellence, two to CSR ("act with integrity" and "serve our world"), and none to financial growth.
This multifaceted orientation view of firm purpose aligns with our concept of Higher Ambition: to create positive social and financial value for all stakeholders. And, as Palmquist notes, these Most Admired companies delivered for shareholders even while putting social responsibility first:
Paradoxically, economic growth was the value least mentioned and emphasized. Companies certainly have to make money. But even though all of the world's most admired companies turned a hefty profit, none placed this fairly narrow goal above the broader, deeper pledge to produce sustainable value for its community and stakeholders.
Barchiesi and La Bella note the "obvious fact that corporations exist to produce wealth" but that "top performances arise when this concern does not prevail over a deeper commitment to generate well-being for the community to which it belongs." Their work is important for those who believe that social responsibility and profitability are not only mutually exclusive, but actually interdependent. In their words:
…(we) think that there is a positive correlation between a firm's care for CSR (corporate social responsibility) and its corporate performance and that ethical behavior and a concern for people and for the environment help in achieving and maintaining a strong competitive position.
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OK- O rings replaced and not leaking, received my Nano, the wood trim is coming along-applying the matte finish, and now I am trying to decide if I should just go ahead and replace the head gaskets.
I am on the fence- I feel that I am losing too much coolant at idle after burping the system three times for it not going to the cylinders. I am dripping lots of water under each exhaust pipe exit-- I mean a big puddle on each side. I know when I first drove it when the temp was below freezing there was a constant cloud of water vapor-- but when driving it - in about 1 mile went away- then came back when I was at idle to drive it into the garage. Many say that their 4.6 blows condensation -but does it leave puddles on your driveway on each side? To me- new to LR's--this points to head gaskets since I cannot find another leak.
I refilled the coolant after the O ring replacement and can only burp it in the garage by running it up to 2500 rpm and holding since I do not have it tagged- and there is heavy salt on the roads up here in the mountains. During this, the temperature needle stays just left of 12:00. But after three cycles of this, I have to keep adding coolant to the expansion tank. I was hoping that the system was hard to completely bleed out without driving it. But after three cycles and still having to add about 3/8" of coolant each time to get it up to the cold mark-- I am starting to think my head gaskets are leaking.
Normally I would do a leak down and watch air go into the coolant tank-- but bumping this motor to TDC at each piston to do the leak down is a pain-- let alone screw in without cross thread into the spark plug holes. I had to go into my ZEN mode to "feel the threads" on a number of them.
Aside from adding coolant-- my big symptom is that at idle in the garage, I am dripping lots of water under each exhaust pipe. I have puddles after 20 minutes at idle.
I changed out the plugs which looked like they were in many many miles with the gaps about 50 thousands. As you know- a real pain to pull out- the threads were slightly rusty with no grease or anti-seize applied. I have seen slightly rusty threads before so I am not thinking steam.
They all looked pretty normal-- a bit of black carbon- light brown electrodes, but at the bottom side of each ground lug facing the piston, they were light white. I have not seen this before. I expected if there was a water leak then at least some of them would be steam cleaned of any black carbon. Not sure the white is a sign of most cylinder leaking.
Sooo - what is the normal series of tests to confirm--- besides a leak down? I have a radiator pressure tester- but no way is it set up for the cap used on the RR expansion tank. I could buy one off of Ebay and insert a Schrader valve-- but is this worth going down that road?
If I do just dive in and replace the head gaskets just to baseline the motor- are there any special tools which make the job easier? I have a 32 mm fan clutch removal tool- soon to get a 36mm tool for this job. I know the heat shields will be the first big pain-- any tools that make it easier?
I also know that the secondary air tubes will be a huge pain. I attempted to remove them to get a clear shot at the spark plugs but the nuts would not budge. The angle of attack is miserable for the back ones. Do most of you remove the heads with the tubes installed?
I assume APR studs- have not heard a downside except for cost. With China making so many aftermarket bits-- who do you trust to have a good head gasket kit?
Anyone have had the same symptoms --go to replace the head gaskets ---and find they were not the issue?
Thanks-- been through many of the treads-- seems like each head gasket replacement is a challenge unique to each owner and P38.


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Emmit Fenn ft. Nylo – Oceans
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Emmit Fenn is back with "Oceans" featuring Nylo, which will be the last featured single before his debut Prologue EP drops in two weeks. This is a slightly different vibe than what we're used to from Emmit because it features vocals other than himself, and is a little more upbeat. All that does is show the range that he's capable of as an artist.


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Systematic Theology Documents
The following documents are a companion to the Systematic Theology Sunday School classes taught by Pastor John. Each document is available in Word format and pdf format. Use the Word version if you would like to add your own notes to the document, alter the line spacing, or are having trouble viewing the pdf version.
The audio files for the Systematic Theology Sunday school classes can be found here.
Glossary of Terms
Contains a list of theological terms for use in the study in Systematic Theology.
Prolegomena Outline
Contains the opening statements and parameters of the study in Systematic Theology. Topics include: What is Theology?; Why is the Study of Theology Important?; What is Systematic Theology?
Bibliology Outline
Systematic Theology is broken down into 10 categories. The first of these is bibliology - the study of the doctrine of the Bible. Bibliology topics include: Inspiration of the Bible; Canonicity of the Bible; Inerrancy of the Bible; Preservation of the Bible; Authority of the Bible; Interpretation of the Bible.
Theology Proper
Theology Proper is the study of God the Father. This section of Systematic Theology looks at the existence of God, the knowability of God, the attributes of God, the Trinity, the problem of evil in the world, and more.
For more information about God's omnipotence (an attribute of God) with specific reference to creation, view our webpage on a literal six-day creation.


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Lead Generation: Why A Business Should Practice It
Lead Generation Service as well as Benefits
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The Collet Exchange is used for round products and diameters. The Fixture Exchange is used for rectangular products. Collets are for lathes. Fixtures (or machine clamps) are for milling machines.
Previously, Xcelerate enabled a user to load one series of similar pieces. With the Collet Exchange and Fixture Exchange, you can change the collet or fixture, so that you are no longer dependent on the size of the machine clamp or collet chuck. This can be done without any intervention required from an operator.
If your organisation supplies many different companies, flexibility and speed are key competitive values. In that case, you often do not have the luxury to run machines automatically at night. The series you run are smaller and often diverse. Xcelerate – without a Fixture Exchange or Collet Exchange – allows you to machine a series of pieces with a certain diameter. Fixture Exchange and Collet Exchange add value, because if you can change the fixture or collet, you are no longer dependent on certain diameters for your pieces. This enables you to run longer unmanned cycles. This also means that during the manned hours in the daytime, two machines can be operated at the same time.
"We often see companies with operators at two machines. One machine is loaded with Xcelerate and the other is loaded manually. The operator will then keep an eye on the more complex series."
Is the Collet Exchange or Fixture Exchange suitable for my organisation?
Companies that purchase this Xcelerate application tend to have a few questions about this investment. Is the investment worth it?
In other words, what is my return on investment? It certainly is an investment, but it will pay for itself. Companies interested in a Collet Exchange or Fixture Exchange often already have all the necessary hardware. Different collets and fixtures are already present, meaning that the main investment lies in modifying the Xcelerate.
Another question that is frequently asked is: will I be able to modify my production process? Company employees will be expected to have more cognitive skills. The production process must be further optimised and more thought needs to go into which collets are required for the various series and how this should all be planned in succession. This process requires much more mental input and may result in errors. Preparation of the work is more complex, as an extra step is added. It requires a little more experience from the operator.
Any errors are mostly caused by the incorrect planning of series and collets/fixtures. This will make loading the series impossible and the machine will stop unattended.
In this case, our advice is to machine similar series in succession and to continue to machine exotic series or series that require more attention manually.
They can be raw products or products ready for finishing. It does not make any difference to Xcelerate with Collet/Fixture Exchange. Following the personal recommendations of one of Cellro's experts, you can load the most complex pieces.
Is the Collet or Fixture Exchange suitable for my machine?
The machine must be able to receive NC numbers. NC numbers let the machine know which tools should be used for which load. They require more of your machine communication and can often only be used with newer machines. They are based on Profibus, Profinet or Ethernet IP, all of which are primarily used in conjunction with newer machines. In an older machine, this is not an option.
Fixture Exchange is based on a zero-point tensioning system. This is the most common way to tension pieces in the machine industry. Cellro also uses this system to tension the fixture on the pallet.
Can I add Collet or Fixture Exchange to the existing system?
You can, but this will have multiple consequences. Different modules can be added to Xcelerate. If you want to further expand your automation, the main challenge is often related to the machine. The machine must be suitable for the module. If this was not taken into account when the machine was purchased, Cellro will work with you to find out whether a connection with the existing system is possible.
If you would like to find out more about this automation solution, please do not hesitate to contact one of our experts.


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Everything was quiet when I arrived. The rain was falling, but there was a steady patience and hope in the air. Longue Vue staff wiped the water off of the patio chairs no less than 3 times, unwilling to give up on an open air celebration. Minutes after the scheduled time for the ceremony, the sky opened up and Samantha & Jason were married and blessed with beautiful light. It was incredible.
These are one hundred or so of my favorite photographs from the day.


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BOONE COUNTY, Ind. – Countless people are working to honor fallen Boone County Deputy Jacob Pickett.
Outside the sheriff's office, a memorial continues to grow in tribute to him as everyone from community members to fellow law enforcement officers and their families pay their respects.
"It's definitely a very shocking moment," Autumn, the wife of a police officer and a member of Indiana Police Wives Ministry, said. "It's a time where we come together and think about ways to honor the sacrifice that was made, in this case by Deputy Pickett."
The faith-based organization said in a line of duty death they work to be a source of support. Following Deputy Pickett's death, Autumn said they are working with a school in Brownsburg on several projects.
"Our role is really just to be a support for some of those key groups like the FOP and COPS that are right there walking with the family," Autumn said.
State Senator Michael Crider is working to help ease some of the burden for families of fallen officers. He introduced a bill this legislative session that would help continue health coverage to surviving spouses and children of fallen officers from their employer. It hasn't made its way out of the legislature this session, but Sen. Crider said he is still working to try to find it a home in a conference committee.
"This is the one bill I worked on I hope never gets used, because that means we lost another officer in the line of duty," he said.
Across the country, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund said there have been 23 law enforcement fatalities this year through March 6.
"Overall we're seeing a year that looks a lot like last year based on a point in time comparison," Steve Groeninger, the senior director of communications for the organization, said. "The one thing that does stand out is an increase in firearms related deaths this year over the same point in time last year."
Behind each death, each hero taken is a family, a department and a law enforcement community grieving.
"It's really important that we give them they support that they need, especially after such a tragic event," Autumn said.
The Boone County Sheriff's Office said they're also working to set up a 501C3 for people to donate to Deputy Pickett's family. In the meantime, donations may be brought to the sheriff's office payable to the Jacob Pickett Memorial Fund.


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I actually read 14 books in October but ain't no way I'll write reviews for all 14 books - I'm not that hardworking lol. But here are thoughts on some of the books I read:
The Forgotten Room by Lincoln Child: Jeremy Logan, enigmalogist, braniac and sleuth of the unexpected is summoned to a mysterious mansion where he is tasked to solve the strange death of a scientist there. A think tank is using this mansion, but it would seem that they have stumbled on something - a pandora's box that could destroy humankind: A forgotten room that holds many strange secrets.
I think the reason why I love Child's books so much is because it reminds me of The X-Files. Jeremy Logan is sort of like Fox Mulder, but with a more academic bent (the term is enigmalogist). Though, I have to admit, Logan's "empath" abilities always throw me off. It seems out of place, far too convenient and ability to have; it sometimes feels like a deus ex machina to me. Every time it appears in a Jeremy Logan novel, I think to myself: "Spooky Mulder, much?"
Still, Child is a good thriller writer; he knows how to ratchet up the tension. Also, he does surprise me with the plot. Initially I thought the plot would go one way, but ended up in a totally unexpected area.
That's an ability I appreciate in any writer.
Stay by Victor Gischler: The cover of this book doesn't do it service, I have to say. Although predictable, this is a heart-pounding thriller with a dash of family fun (two things that don't usually go together but there we go). The premise is a great idea for a TV show, which is why I wasn't surprised that the rights has been sold to CBS.
When the Emperor was divine by Julie Otsuka: I've heard about the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II and wondered how it was like for these poor people. Well, I know now. The beginning of the book was pretty haunting. It's a typical day for a woman. The reader is not given anything about her background, but you know something is off. She's getting ready for a trip. But what trip? She's busy preparing food for her family. And then, without warning, the peace is brutally shattered.
The novel's economy of words is admirable. There's no long winded conversations, unnecessary scenes .. everything is just right. Times like these I wonder why don't more authors write like this - short, compact yet "full" books that tell so much. That's a skill I truly admire in Otsuka. Beautiful.
The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka is along the same vein, but this time the focus is on the Japanese women who came over to America presumably in the late 19th century or early 20th century. At times Otsuka's style can get a bit tedious, but it was because I read this really, really fast, I think.
Tiger Babies Strike Back by Kim Wong Keltner: As a fellow Tiger Baby, this book made me go, "Oh yeah" so many times that I had to write a long review. Coming out next Tuesday - watch out for it!
A Small Furry Prayer by Steven Kotler: When you decide to "just have a look" but end up reading it non-stop because it was written so well. An amazingly good book about a man's search for meaning, and how he found it in the rigours and heartbreak of setting up an animal rescue.
What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki Murakami: Read him, they said. He's a stupendously good writer, they said. So far, I don't get the common consensus about Murakami's genius. I still feel he's crazy overhyped.
The More of Less by Joshua Becker: Good minimalism lifestyle refresher. For a practitioner like me, he isn't saying anything new though I enjoyed it.


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Oryza Sativa Powder
This fine botanical powder is created by milling rice seeds and has been used in skincare for centuries. By gently exfoliating the skin, this ingredient help remove dead skin cells, leaving it with a smoother and brighter appearance and soft to the touch. The fine powder is suitable for even the delicate areas of the face and soothes skin irritations.
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O'Neill rider Jay Taplin has been test riding a new model called the 'Silent Savage' and getting tubed all around Sydney's Northern beaches. The waves today were super fun, from the east and that southerly air stream swung offshore. It is the best surf day of the year so far and Jay made the most of the barrels on offer.
The Silent Savage is a modern performance shortboard that precisely balances all the elements of speed, drive response and release. A reworking and reinvention of our proven and perpetually popular X1 model has produced a board that is essential to your quiver. Features include a round, squash tail, medium rocker throughout with evenly slowly curve and subtle tail lift, flatter/volumised deck and full rail, medium single to double concave and thruster configuration. The Silent Savage is a well balanced, all round great board that goes really well at beach breaks that are quite flat and average and also in steeper, hollower suckier, more high performance waves. It's a really versatile shortboard. Ride the Silent Savage from chest high to well overhead.


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Malachite green gem cremation urn.Ceramic urn with golden lid and inlaid feature Malachite Gemstone.
Malachite said to bring Protection of children, inner peace and calmness.
Will hold full adult ashes.
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Capacity: 5 Litres.
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New Theatre Royal celebrates 160th anniversary/
This year marks the 160th anniversary of New Theatre Royal in Portsmouth, and to celebrate, the historic playhouse will be hosting an exciting season of shows, including a special celebratory event on Friday 11th March.
Kicking off the celebrations with a specially-commissioned fanfare from Sir Peter Maxwell Davies — one of the foremost composers of our time — New Theatre Royal 160 promises to be a night of wonderfully diverse music and theatre.
There will be performances from The Royal Marines Corps of Drums and a skittle orchestra, and local choirs, musicians, and performers of all ages and genres will also be taking to the stage.
Back in 1856, New Theatre Royal opened with a performance of Massinger's A New Way to Pay Old Debts. The Portsmouth Times later reported that the theatre was 'crowded to excess' but that the playhouse's décor was 'very good, far above the average'.
New Theatre Royal initially opened its doors under the control of former travelling circus owner Henry Rutley, and since then it has enjoyed a long and fascinating history. Despite many attempts of closure and demolition, the Guildhall Walk-based playhouse has shown true resilience, surviving fire and war to remain a cultural landmark in the heart of Portsmouth.
One of the very few remaining operational C. J. Phipps/Frank Matcham theatres in the UK, the Grade II listed Victorian New Theatre Royal has continually evolved to embrace changing cultural trends, accommodating the era of film, variety performance, and even live wrestling in the early 1960s.
Headlining stars who have walked the boards of the theatre over the decades include Ellen Terry, Sarah Bernhardt, Henry Irving, and Twiggy, who launched her film career in Ken Russell's critically-acclaimed musical film The Boy Friend, which was shot at New Theatre Royal.
2016 also marks the first full year of New Theatre Royal being open since undergoing an extensive renovation project. To mark the occasion, the playhouse have organised a terrific programme of shows and events, including high-quality productions like Shakespeare's Globe's The Two Gentlemen of Verona and Shadowlands, top comedic talent such as Rob Beckett, Pam Ayres, and pub landlord Al Murray, and an unmissable musical line-up comprised of performances from Hazel O'Connor, Lee Mead, and The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain.
Tickets for the New Theatre Royal 160 commemoration are £6.00 and can be purchased through New Theatre Royal's online box office »
Find out more about New Theatre Royal on Team Locals Places » and the New Theatre Royal website »


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It is said that the way we go about our mundane tasks at home is a reflection on how we behave at work. I was sceptical on this, but after some thought maybe this is something to consider in more detail.
Having nothing to think about for a few seconds this morning, my brain went off in a direction that I never would have consciously gone. Squeezing paste from a toothpaste tube. Is where we squeeze the toothpaste out from the tube a reflection on our work habits?
I squeeze at the bottom of the tube so that the toothpaste is pushed along towards the top. Then I roll the tube as I go as it is much tidier that way. Plus, my heritage tells me that I must use every bit of paste that I paid for. At work I am the same. Some say I have OCD because the office is always clean and tidy and I use every last piece of whatever resource I purchase. If I start something I finish it and always have a paperless desk. I look after everything I have. I am fastidious in my work habits. I also care about people.
I know a few people who squeeze the toothpaste tube in the middle. At work they are usually in a bit of a rush, grab the first thing that comes to hand and use it however they like, and generally their office is untidy yet functional. If something breaks they will give it to someone else to fix. However, they often go back and tidy things just like they have to do with the toothpaste tube, go back and squeeze from the bottom of the tube to get more paste. This makes the world right again.
I also know a few people who squeeze the toothpaste tube at the top, right beside the opening. (If you are wondering by now, I spent 6 months in barrack accommodation). These people just grab the tube and squeeze from the top because there is less effort, the paste is right there, and they don't have to think about it. They let others push the paste to the top for them. At work they are the same, they never put paper in the photocopier, never put another pot of coffee on and never ever wash their own cup because someone else can do that for them. If something breaks it is thrown in the bin.
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China, Russia, soon all countries w strong computer science. Competition for AI superiority at national level most likely cause of WW3 imo.— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 4, 2017
If you're not concerned about AI safety, you should be. Vastly more risk than North Korea. pic.twitter.com/2z0tiid0lc— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 12, 2017
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Industrial Technology Department
The Department of Industrial Technology is designed to offer students an exploratory and developmental experience.
Students are exposed to a variety of courses that give some insight into the materials, methods, processes and careers related to technology. This is reinforced by making the community an extension of the school and classroom. Characteristics which are stressed are safety, accuracy, dependability, promptness, care of equipment, interest in technical fields, cooperation, and the importance of planning and following instructions.
Industrial Technology prepares students to function as knowledgeable citizens in our increasingly technological world.
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
Stories from Industrial Technology classes
Classroom addition namesakes Msgrs. Dawson and Vap visit new addition (with a surprise)
While they were touring, they were surprised by teacher Don McKee with a historical artifact, an old electric jig saw. In-scripted on the handle …
From design to launch, with variables and data
Students in Don McKee's Advanced Mechanical Design were ready to test their catapult designs after weeks of careful designing and planning.
Architecture profession intertwines buildings, people and stories
In order to design a new room or building, Kevin Clark wants to know the people who will live and work in the space: How do they work, what do they need, what prevents them from completing a task.
Woodworking class gets tools, first cut on miter saw
Students in Don McKee's Machine Woodworking class had two big moments this week: They received a donation of Stanley Black & Decker tools, and had the first student use the new-to-Pius X miter saw.


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The North Houston Volkswagen Club proudly announces their 31st annual all VW car show:
A spectacular all VW car show and a FREE concert
by the Beatles tribute band, the FAB5!
Saturday September 15th, 2018
Once again, the show will be held at the historic Tomball City Railroad Depot,
(201 South Elm, Tomball, TX 77375) with acres and acres of shaded room,
Water fountains, green grass, food vendors and games for the kids.
Free temporary VW tattoos for the kids
and free souvenir VW Note cubes to all entrants.
Also appearing, tribute bands for the Kinks and Led Zeppelin!
All air and water-cooled VWs are welcomed.
$20 car show entry fee, Spectators FREE
Proceeds to benefit local Hurricane Harvey charities
30 awards classes. Doors open 8:30am, concert, 3:00pm
More info: https://nhvwclub.wordpress.com/


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I am not a great fan of leadership books. You know the type I'm sure.They present a menu of stuff that, if followed, can apparently make you a leader ( in an hour if it is one of those from a motorway service area)If, however,it's one of the more 'subtle' books then it will present pretty much the same list but rather than tell you to 'do these things in order to become a leader' it will say that leaders are born not made - but if you correspond to this list then you are a naturalleader ( see what they did there?).....
However, reading Psalm 78 (and dipping into 2 Sam 6) I read how and why God commended David as a 'leader' of His people.
Firstly He uses the word 'shepherd' (Ps 78:72) - a one who is concerned first and foremost for those under his care - more than for his own advancement or well being. So, firstly, a leader has a shepherd heart after the heart of God Himself - modelled perfectly by Jesus.
Next there is a really central principle that is so lacking in much of today's 'practice of leadership' - integrity of heart. It's sometimes very difficult today, until after the event, to know the difference between the appearance of integrity, the product of highly paid,spin inducing PR gurus, and the real thing. In fact there are often only 2 people who know the difference - you and God!
Then the Psalmist mentions actually having skills for the task - another word we would use today would be 'competency'. In 2 Corinthians 3:6 (NIV) we read that "He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant..." The skills and gifts to lead are so important but often forgotten, with very little being invested to develop this area in the lives of many who would be leaders. I am not referring just to 'external' investment such as an organisation may offer in terms of training and development but, because ultimately this competence is 'given from God' the most important investment is the internal. The commitment of time and effort to focus on, and spend time with, Jesus.
Finally, when we look into 2 Samuel we glimpse another crucial characteristic of a leader - enthusiasm. To be enthused and to enthuse others. When we consider the etymology of the word, quite literally 'possessed by God' we need to recover the understanding and rediscover the reality.
So, leaders: shepherd heart, integrity, skilful and possessed by God.
Me? Very much a work in progress, although sometimes feels like regress! But He is able.
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Managed to get the brake pads on the Daihatsu changed on one side. Got side tracked by boring household stuff so will have to do the other side tomorrow.
I did find out you can fit a double mattress in a twingo though (if you roll it up and tie it with rope).


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As photographers or artists, we find ourselves in a state of repetition more often then we would like to admit. For me, I often photograph a lot of Downtown Manhattan since it's easy for me to get around on my bike and I often fly over with FlyNYON. Since the Freedom Tower sticks out like a sore thumb, I'm constantly getting new perspectives on it.
A lot of NYC is always under construction, and this photo was taken from a newly opened overpass that crosses the Westside Highway. I always find it interesting to use things to "frame" my subjects and this location was perfect for that.
I shot this with my Canon 24mm tilt shift lens and tried many times with the tilt shift effect but none of them came out as cool as I would've imagined, so I stuck with not making any kinds of adjustments on the lens at all and I LOVED the way it came out. It's true what they say, sometimes less really is more.
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Scientists from the City of Hope Beckman Research Institute have demonstrated the potential for a new therapy to treat brain cancer. Things were looking hopeless for a fifty year old brain cancer patient. The patient wasn't responding to the usual radiation, medication, or surgery. The doctors enrolled him into a clinical trial that is designed to test the safety of a new cancer treatment called CAR-T cell therapy.
After almost eight months of the treatment the patient's tumor had shrunk to almost nothing, and he went into remission. Without this treatment the patient would probably have been dead by now. While not in the same treated areas, tumors did return.
These conclusions couldn't have come at a better time. CAR-T got some negative feedback after four patients died. It is unclear if the deaths were due to a reaction between a chemotherapy drug in combination with CAR-T, or if they were caused by CAR-T alone. 94% of terminally ill patients who were treated with CAR-T went into remission, shown in research conducted in 2016.
Currently being developed by NYC-based Fortress Biotech subsidiary Mustang Bio, and is being studied by researchers from the City of Hope Beckman Research Institute is Glioblastoma therapy. A research team led by Benham Badie begins by extracting immune cells from the patient and then adding a receptor that helps the cells target tumors.
"I believe these recent results show we have a potential breakthrough treatment that may have a remarkable impact on patients with malignant brain tumors," Badie stated. There are nine other patients enrolled in this study, and they have shown similar results. Unfortunately, tumors have emerged in the patient's brain not treated with CAR-T. Badie says these tumors are comprised of receptor proteins that aren't recognized by the modified immune cells.


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Back in the Store!
Fake Halloween Candy Corn
Display in your favorite Halloween bowl , basket or plate
Sprinkle around a table center piece or other display like confetti.
This delicious looking Halloween candy corn
had been listed as unavailable for reorder
However, just today I noticed it is back in stock.
I am securing an order for my customers
and have relisted it in my store. Use the link below to find more details and place your order
Orders will ship by the week of Oct 19.


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It was eighty years ago this week that the Olympiastadion in Berlin hosted the 1936 Olympics, where Jesse Owens won four Gold Medals.
It was seven years this month that the Olympiastadion in Berlin hosted the 2009 World Championships, where Usain Bolt broke the world records in the 100m and the 200m runs.
And this year, unfortunately, the stadium will not be hosting my race2walk2016 attempt to run those two races "Half as Fast" as the world records.
After a thorough review it was decided that they "could not support the project" at this time. While deeply disappointed, I appreciate the time the stadium invested in reviewing my request and wish to thank their staff, especially Matteo Canlis Wandel, for providing me with a proper explanation. I spent the day yesterday at the sprawling and magnificent Olympic complex and was awed by the unique combination of history and functionality that is the hallmark of the Olympiastadion.
When you come to Berlin, it is a must stop.
So it was, with hat in hand following the decision, that I set off in search of another venue to run on Friday, August 5th, the day that coincides with the Opening Ceremony of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. It is also the anniversary of Jesse Owens' 3rd Gold Medal at the 1936 Games in the 200m.
My first stop was the Poststadion in West Berlin, not far from the main train station, nor the former Berlin Wall. It is a handsome facility with a beautiful, fully sanctioned running track that appeared to be brand new. The stadium itself seats upwards of 12,000 people and was built in 1929 on the site of a former Prussian Uhlan military training site. It has historic bona fides, including a fight featuring Max Schmeling in 1935. During the 1936 Games the German football team was ousted by Norway 2-0 in a match that was viewed by Hitler.
As I emerged from the dense trees that surrounded the field, I saw figures at the far end of the track and made a beeline in their direction. At a table sat one Barbara Jensch, a former eight-time German Champion in the Discus, Javelin and Shot Put. Next to her was a trainer named Holger Droge who, fortunately for me, spoke excellent English.
I'm not sure what they thought of this 60-year old American with the crazy story about running races and being denied by the Olympiastadion, but they smiled and said, "You can run here!" The track is a perfect site and they have timers and starting blocks and, most importantly, an enthusiasm for the race2walk2016 project. "We have many international runners who come to the track," they said as they explained about the importance of the recently renovated facility to the community.
The stadium is the home of the ASV Club and is well known for supporting disabled and Paralympic athletes. It is, in short, a perfect venue for me to attempt both the 100m and 200m runs. I hope to come in faster than :19.1 in the 100m and :38.38 in the 200m.
While neither time would impress Bob Costas, they are the times I need to achieve my goals.
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Tackling the education employment gap by Adam Oldfield
Our education system is built around a production line that churns out graduates with standardised skills for roles in an industrialisd economy. But we live in a post-industrial economy that is changing faster than education can keep pace. Sir Ken Robinson a leading thinker in this area is challenging educators to rethink how we teach future generations. His view is that creativity is as important as literacy in education. I'd urge you to check out his TEDTalks.
It's an increasingly common point of view. In the creative industry employers regularly bemoan the gap between education and employability.
In other disciplines there's a recognition for the need for training to bridge the gap between education and work.
I recently met Adam Oldfield, co-founder of FutureRising a network for students, teachers and employers that has this issue in its sight. It is working to close the gap.
In this guest post Adam explores the gap between education and employment.
The UK is in need of 750,000 digitally skilled workers by 2017 according to a study carried out by O2 in 2013.
Our creative industries must rapidly produce people with these skills or miss out on as much as £2 billion per year.
Mind the gap
The real challenge is that there is a gap between education and the workplace which currently makes this impossible. It is caused by the absence of collaboration between professionals and teachers. Students are lacking relevant knowledge and workplace skills.
The current education system places academic achievement at the heart of students' minds, teaching them how to write essays and pass exams.
Yet through our work placing talent within companies, we've learnt that employers find projects and work experience of more value than grades.
Working with universities, we've discovered that teachers have a huge desire to involve professionals in their courses.
Community of practice
Meeting these needs is of huge importance to education and to the future of our creative industries. But it needs an investment in time and money to make it work.
Students struggle to get jobs if they can't demonstrate the skills they've picked up from workplace experiences.
Simple things like office processes (email, server, printing, timesheets), working in a multi-disciplinary team, presenting in front of a client and beating a deadline are all learnt on the job.
It makes it a real challenge for the student, often resulting in lack of confidence due to job rejections or having to undertake unpaid work. To avoid this, the creative industries need to help young people to do the following.
Hack education
Short courses or events, either online or offline. It helps students to marry what has been learnt with real life experience.
Tap into the ideas of young people by releasing briefs and projects for them to tackle.
Put in place a process for dealing with every email, letter or approach made. The quality of applications will not improve if those doing it wrong are not told how they can get better.
More roles
Regardless of a company's size, we should offer more apprenticeships, internships and graduate positions throughout the creative industries. And they must be paid.
Whilst a company recognises the investment of money and time it costs them to train an inexperienced person at present, the majority of companies don't value the development of young people before they join their company.
By increasing and improving the interactions between professionals, teachers and students, companies will benefit from attracting the best talent and will retain that talent.
Universities will also benefit, increasing the employability of their students going into roles they are right for.
In return the creative industries will benefit immensely by capitalising on the increased business opportunities coming our way over the next few years.
Adam Oldfield is co-founder of FutureRising. You can connect with him on Twitter @adamtoldfield.


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Richard II
Botanic Gardens, Glasgow
Neil Cooper
Four stars
The 1970s porn film-style wicker chair flanked by chess pieces at one end of the Kibble Palace is a give- away that Bard in the Botanics' truncated take on the first episode of Shakespeare's historical mini-series might not be playing it straight. As too are the silver-maned showroom dummies standing either side of a pink-wigged statue. Sure enough, once a mercurial Robert Elkin introduces proceedings as a battered looking Richard in a vest and tight leather trousers, Jennifer Dick's production of her own adaptation has Adam Donaldson's Duke of Aumerle clean him up with a tender affection that is clearly mutual.
Together the pair look like they're having a hoot play-acting at running the country as they dole out judgements with a waspishness which understandably gets people's backs up. Finlay McLean's John of Gaunt is particularly unhappy about his heir Bolingbroke being thrown into exile, with the future Henry IV here remodelled by Emma Claire Brightlyn as Lady Bolingbroke.
In what has become her speciality over the last few years, Dick puts just four actors onstage for a version of the play that focuses as much on the personal as the political. The amount of gender-bending homo-erotic content on show recalls the provocative radical chic of 1970s vintage Citizens Theatre, by way of Derek Jarman and Neil Bartlett, an effect accentuated by Gillian Argo's playful design.
With Elkin an already dynamic presence, the use of a contemporary pop soundtrack gives things an extra flourish, with both Morrissey and Antony and the Johnsons adding to the melancholy as the lovers are forced apart in this most daringly audacious of reinventions.


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New Year, New Work
I was delighted at the end of last year to be invited to join Studio 21, a dynamic and forward looking group of textile artists. The group has been working on a project based on cannibalized sewing machines. The new … Continue reading
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Sunday, 7 August 2016
How I take my Blog Photos // Blogging Chatter 01
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Effect of TMJ on Fascia by Iris Mack
The Effect of TMJ Disorder on the Fascia
TMJ Disorder refers to problems with the temporomandibular joint which is a hinge that connects your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull in front of each ear. It allows you to move your jaw up and down and side to side so you can talk, chew and yawn. If this joint is not stable, it makes the whole body not stable causing fascial pain throughout the body. Common treatments include the provision of occlusal splints (bite guards), pain medication, and psychosocial intervention like cognitive behavioral therapy. I prefer using yoga or myofascial TMJ release. These are natural, drug free and can help release tension, pain and discomfort in the joint, gums, jaw and teeth. Myofascial release can also help the teeth realign.
Some of the symptoms of TMJ include migraines, sinus problems, jaw pain, earaches, neck and lower back pain, shoulder pain, hip and knee pain, ear ringing, vision problems and scoliosis, to name a few. TMJ can be caused by clinching the teeth which has a direct effect on the fascia. As mentioned in other articles, the fascia has a continuous connection throughout the whole body and the effects of the tightening of the fascia in one area can create problems elsewhere. As the fascia inflame in the jaw, it wraps around the TMJ joint, destabilizing the joint movement. The fascia can wrap around the eyes and optic nerve affecting vision, or around the cranium causing headaches. As the tightening migrates down the spine, inhibiting blood flow to the tissues, it can pull on the spine and sacrum causing neck, shoulder, mid and lower back and hip pain.
Myofascial TMJ Release can help bring balance and relief by releasing fascial tension in the temporomandibular joint, throughout the gum and fascia tissue in the mouth. Because of the way the joint connects the jaw and the temporal bones of the skull, releasing the fascia allows the free movement of your jaw, and unwinds the fascia related to other parts of the body. Each individual will have the fascia tighten and wrap around different areas depending on the person's unique past health history. Since the fascia covers all of the muscles, organs and nerves, releasing the fascia where it has wrapped around and matted down is why fascia release is the most effective natural treatment in relieving the associated pain with TMJ disorder.
It would be great if we could totally avoid clinching the teeth, but the fascia has already wrapped around the joint which makes it difficult to stop since the fascia pulls us back into clinching. That's why it is important to get Myofascial TMJ Release to help break and retrain the fascial patterns in the jaw. Toxic foods can tighten the TMJ fascia as well as other areas, so eating a proper diet for your blood type and avoiding sugar can help the fascia not wrap and tighten the TMJ. Since the fascia runs throughout the body, make sure you are stretching on a daily basis. Stay hydrated – alkaline water is the better choice.
We take great care of our cars and other things. We need to start taking better care of our bodies.


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"I'm A Chilled-Out Entertainer, Yeah?" David Brent's Funniest Quotes
12. David Brent On The Accounts Department
"Do not be fooled by their job descriptions. They are absolutely mad, all of them. Especially that one. He's mental. Not literally, obviously, that wouldn't work." Photo: eOne/Press


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Pokemon GO Craze Invades Downtown Casper [VIDEO]
It took no time at all for Pokemon GO to surpass Twitter and Tinder as the most used app for smartphones. Maybe that's why the urge to play has hit Casper just as hard as the rest of the world.
Any given time, day or night, you're liable to see many more people than usual camped around Casper's many landmarks. We talked to quite a few people playing the game, some newcomers, some experts (after only a week), but all having fun. There's even a Facebook page dedicated to Casper players from all three teams: 307 Pokemon GO.
For all of you meticulous trainers looking to find every one of Casper's many PokeStops and Gyms, the ultimate map is now available, which includes Casper Mountain, Mills, Paradise Valley and Evansville. Also, local trainers are encouraged to add updates.
Just remember to be careful and wary of your surroundings.


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Incident reporting software from iView Systems
The iTrak Incident Reporting & Risk Management System Version 6.0 release from iView includes feature updates such as the collaborative Case Management and automated iDispatch Security Kiosk Modules.
By SP&T Staff
The Case Management module provides a secure environment to create, manage and complete the investigation life-cycle, while the iDispatch Security Kiosk Module streamlines dispatch resources in real-time. The iTrak Platform centralizes information from disparate sources into an integrated framework to collect, manage, track and report on all incidents and activities in one cohesive platform. The iTrak Case Management Module offers an enhanced and integrated investigation and case management tool that supports the dynamic work that occurs during an investigation. It allows routing information to the right users, managing content- and context-centric workflows, while tracking investigation processes for strong investigative and case-collaboration.
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Communicators Module 3: Communicators of Weight & Metabolism
Available as both an e-course and as live/livestream option on Sept 9-11th, 2018 in Santa Cruz, CA
This course is designed to provide BodyTalk practitioners with incredible science and tools to shift weight and metabolism priorities.
It covers the science and communicators of metabolism, thyroid hormones, the role of the brain and the gut microbiome in governing weight and metabolism, as well as the physiology and consciousness of fat cells.
3-day course on the Communicators of Weight and Metabolism, session demos and learning assignments.
New charts and practice tools: BodyTalk Weight and Metabolism Toolkit, Metabolic Communicators Chart (with 20 metabolic communicators), Metabolic Doors Chart, Metabolism Scan Template, Hypothalamus more specific chart.
List of course materials:
- Hypothalamus More Specific
- BodyTalk Weight & Metabolism Toolkit
- Metabolic Communicators Chart
- Metabolic Doors Chart
- Metabolism Scan


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Ever think you have more time than you do?
I do. All the time.😣
You figure 15 minutes to get over to that appointment on the other side of town is more than efficient only to realize that every stoplight you are going to traverse is at least 3 minutes long making you late.😫
Our rush through life makes us think that we don't have time for things like fresh noodles. Of course the three hours of television that we watched the night before only make us feel even more guilty.
These noodles are not about guilt or about adding something to your to do list. They are just about eating something you made with your hands.
Do they take a few extra minutes? Sure.
But then again so did that stoplight.
It's a new year and everyone is excited it feels fresh and exciting. Having some ramen broth and noodles in the freezer to pull out when that sickness comes on or guests are coming for dinner and it's freezing outside.
There is nothing like fresh noodles.
They cook quickly in only 2 minutes instead of the standard 10 minutes for dry pasta noodles. But the best part is the flavor and the moment when your guests, or you sweetie asks you: "Did you make these noodles?" "I did, yes."
You are beaming about now, you're proud of yourself, you forget about the stoplights and being late to all of those appointments, of feeling guilty for watching too much television or hanging out on Pinterest for too many hours and why because you made fresh Noodles and no one does that anymore.
Give yourself permission to go to that happy place, to take the jump, to make the leap, to pull out the mixer and throw in some flour and forget about what you didn't do and remember what you are gonna do:
Go Make Noodles.
Because you can, because you're you.
Because no one ever asks "Why did you make fresh Noodles?" while they eat them.
They just slurp, eat and smile.😋
And you smile back.😃
Happy Noodling!🍜 Happy Ramen Eating!
- 500g bread flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tsp Sodium Carbonate Water (kansui)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Step 1
In the bowl of a stand mixer whisk together dry ingredients.
Step 2
Add water and kansui. Mix slowly until incorporated.
Step 3
Using the dough hook for the stand mixer or by hand mix until dough is elastic and when you push your finger into the dough it pops back up. About 15-20 minutes if by hand. Less with dough hook. Add water as needed if dough is not coming together or looks dry.
Step 4
Once dough is complete place in fridge for 30 minutes. Remove from fridge and roll out slightly on floured countertop. Make sure to make it more rectangle to fit inside of your pasta machine.
Step 5
Starting at Level 1 place dough through machine continuing until you have a few long layers of thin pasta. I go to level 6 or 7 depending on how thin I want my noodles.
Step 6
Place through spaghetti cutter in small batch layers. Place on a cookie sheet in piles and dust with flour until using.
Step 7
Boil a pot of water and after begins to boil add a handful of salt. Toss in noodles and cook for two minutes and remove immediately with a mesh spider. Add to soup and enjoy!
- Wet dough is better than dry dough
- Use the dough the day of or freeze as noodles for use later on. I place the noodles in piles on the cookie sheet and freeze as piles for 30 minutes then remove and place in ziploc bags in freezer for later use.


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Today, businesses rely a lot on a customized enterprise app. Many entrepreneurs want to leverage the benefits of feature-rich native mobile apps, but at times, the budget constraints act as a roadblock. However, they can choose either an Android or iOS platform for developing the first business app. This selection involves many aspects, but here we will discuss a few.
This comparison and tips will help entrepreneurs and business owners select the right app development platform. Entrepreneurs can decide to hire mobile app developers for either Android or iOS app after going through these points.
Top Aspects to consider while choosing the right app development platform amid budget constraints
Target Audience
Though Android OS enjoys a lion's share with over 74% globally, countries like Canada, France, Ireland, Germany, Russia, the US, and the UK have more iOS device users as compared to Android counterparts. The location of the target audience is, therefore, mattered the most. For example, if your business operations are focused in Europe and the US, you should go for the iOS platform.
But then, from the app downloading rate and the number of active users for the app viewpoints, Android OS has an upper hand over iOS. In other words, if you want to come up with a utility app or a gaming app, then it is better to consider Android application development services to get more customers worldwide.
Revenue Generation
App monetization or revenue generation from the app is one of the major objectives of app development. The platform used to build the app plays a significant role in generating a value of the app. Interestingly, revenue generation has nothing to do with a large market share. It involves various factors like the financial capacity of the users and the overall demand for specific app features.
Here, iOS apps are the winner. They generate more revenue through in-app purchase than Android apps. The major income source for Android apps is ads displayed within them. So, if you want to generate more revenue in a quick time iOS platform should be your choice.
BYOD Concept
Many enterprises are either in the process of implementing BYOD concept or think seriously about its implementation. Now, as Android devices are in abundance at the workplace, it is better to choose Android application development services to implement the BYOD concept swiftly and seamlessly. Also, the Android devices are readily available to meet growing business requirements.
Android OS is a more flexible and open-ended platform that enables the developers to modify and customize the business app as per changing requirements and customers' demands. Therefore, the Android app is more beneficial as compared to an iOS app when it comes to regular modification and implementation of mobility.
Development time
This is one of the most crucial factors for any app. At times, faster development time and speedy launch of an app can make its success certain. You can get an advantage of a reduced TTM (Time to Market) by swiftly publishing your app.
Both Android and iOS apps take almost the same time in development with the same features and functionality. However, when it comes to testing, Android apps are required to be tested for multiple devices. It takes more time than iOS apps because iOS apps run on limited devices. Thus a lengthy testing procedure can increase the development time and cost for Android apps.
App Development Cost
The application development cost is directly proportional to the app development time. Though the hourly rate of both iOS and Android app developers are almost the same, there is some difference in the final development cost. It is because the testing of Android apps takes a little more time than that of iOS apps. It is always challenging to develop an app that is compatible with many devices with different screen sizes. If your app is a complex business app then it is better to go with an iOS platform, which has limited devices to be tested.
Publishing app
App stores for Android and iOS have a different set of rules for publishing apps. The mobile app development companies strive to meet the app store's requirements for respective apps. Along with this, the developer or a mobile app development company has to pay specific fees.
The Apple App Store charges $99 a year from the developer and $299 from an app development company, whereas Google Play takes $25 as a one-time fee for publishing an app. Typically, Google takes just a few hours to approve and release the app, the App Store's review time is one day.
Though this aspect is not as important as other aspects, it is necessary to mention that the rules of publishing apps on the App Store is more stringent than Google Play. So, if you want to publish your first app on the App Store, you need to take care of several points.
Which platform should you select- Android or iOS?
After discussing all these aspects, it is fair to mention that iOS mobile app development cost is a bit less than Android app development. In other words, we can mention that an iOS app development can be proven more profitable with a quick publishing and less development cost. So, if you want to develop a first app and all aspects are considered, iOS seems a preferable platform for you. It can help you understand the do's and don'ts of app development.
Concluding Remarks
Here we have covered a few of the deciding factors that can assist the business persons to select the right development platform for their app project. Here, it is fair to mention that if one wants to address both iOS and Android device users across the world, they can also consider cross-platform app development platform. But, it is advisable to consult a reputed iOS and Android application development services provider to make an informed decision.


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