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The Jama'atul Izalatul Bid'a Waikamatus Sunnah, JIBWIS, on Monday said Jigawa state government had allocated 65hectares of land to the group for the establishment of Islamic University at Hadejia local government area in the state.
The National Chairman of the group, Bala Lau, stated this at the official launching of Save for Ram, a product of Save for Ram Ltd., aimed at alleviating stresses associated with the purchase of rams in fulfilment of spiritual obligations during EID-al-Adha.
According to him, JIBWIS formally received the Certificate of land allocation through the Emir of Hadejia, Abubakar Maje.
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He added that the implementation committee would be set up for the actualization of the university and would shoulder the responsibility of estimating the cost and the courses.
Mr Lau noted that the state, being a peaceful place and investment friendly, is also an epicentre for North-eastern states, hence the decision to establish the institution.
The national chairman also disclosed that the association had generated about N264M in three years through animal skin donations to JIBWIS by Muslim ummah across the country.
He added that the money is used for the establishment Manara Television, Abubakar Gumi Guest House and will soon construct a mosque and clinic out of the funds.
Also commenting, Governor Badaru Abubakar promised to give all the necessary support for the actualization of the university.

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Although most resorts in Maui have open-air lobbies, none show off quite like the Grand Wailea. Arriving guests are greeted with leis and escorted through an open-air atrium that's filled with Botero sculptures and water fountains, all set against the backdrop of Pacific Ocean views. This is no small resort, with 780 guest rooms, a 50,000-square-foot spa, a massive pool area with waterslides, several shops, and a chapel.
What's the backstory?
Grand Wailea is a Waldorf Astoria Resort and, much like the neighboring Four Seasons, it's been a popular getaway for families since it opened in the early 1990s. The developer even created the world's first water elevator within one of the pools for his disabled son; today it remains a cool feature that everyone can enjoy.
How are the accommodations? Any recommendations for what to book?
The rooms here start at a generous 650 square feet, and all feature little lanais; views are dependent on room rate and might overlook the garden, mountains, or ocean. If price isn't a huge concern, book one of the rooms in the Napua tower, which come with a dedicated lounges for snacks and drinks, plus a personal concierge.
Is there a charge for Wi-Fi?
The Wi-Fi is included in the $40 daily resort fee, which also covers beach umbrellas, SCUBA clinics, snorkel lessons, a 45-minute photography session, yoga classes, and a few other activities and services.
What's the food scene like?
There are several food and drink options, including a casual poolside café, a breakfast buffet with great ocean views, and a lobby lounge that serves seriously fresh sushi. But the one restaurant to not miss is Humuhumunukunukuapua'a, named for the state fish, a sprawling overwater bungalow that serves elegant dinner dishes with Hawaiian and Polynesian touches and local ingredients.
How did you find the service?
Although there are 1,500 employees who work here, the resort can, at times, feel understaffed, especially by the pool and beach, where long waits for service are common. One key person to meet is Kainoa Horcajo, the on-staff Hawaiian Cultural Ambassador. Born and raised on Maui, he knows everything, every place, and seemingly, everyone on the island.
Who else is staying here?
Well-heeled families, some of whom have been coming here for decades. There are a handful of honeymooners and retirees, along with large groups, as well.
What about the neighborhood?
The resort is in ritzy Wailea, an upscale resort area on Maui's southwestern coast. There are several high-end hotels, along with residences, golf courses, tennis courts, a shopping center, and a scenic coastal path.
Aside from the service, was there anything else you'd change?
There's a wristband policy at the pools. For kids, the brightly colored shimmery bands are fun to collect—the longer the stay, the taller the arm stack. But for adults, it's a little annoying to have to get a wristband just to sunbathe.
What other hotel features stood out to you?
Grand Wailea has the largest spa in Hawaii; appropriately named Spa Grande, it has a whopping 40 treatment rooms and an indulgent hydrotherapy circuit. There's also Camp Grande, a 20,000-square-foot kids' club where little ones can watch movies, do crafts projects, and play games.
Anything else we should know?
If you're bringing the kids, they'll love this resort—and they'll probably beg for a return visit.
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My husband and I are expecting our rainbow baby on March 27 2014! It has been a rough first trimester but everything is looking good right now. I'm quite a bit more nausous then I was with my son. Perhaps it will be a girl?
I am also in the process of transferring colleges and finishing up the summer season at my job. Understandably I have not had much time to write at all. My son William also turns one year old on Monday! So we are busy preparing for his party. 🙂
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Reinventing paternalism. A genealogy of workplace regimes in the mining sector, central Africa
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- http://www.cas.ed.ac.uk/events/seminar_series/2016_2017/reinventing_paternalism2._a_genealogy_of_workplace_regimes_in_the_mining_sector,_central_africa
Between 2004 and 2014, companies of various sizes and origins have flocked to the Zambian and Congolese copperbelts to take over the assets of public enterprises and develop new mining and industrial projects. My talk will develop the core theoretical assumptions of a collective and comparative research project on the changes that these new investors have brought to the organization of labour in these areas historically marked by corporate paternalism. I will come back on the labour management practices that former mining companies put in place in the 20th century, to show that the organization of labour is less the result of a deliberate strategy, than of a situational adaptation to various constraints. This analysis will provide the basis for studying how new investors in the 21st century adapt their managerial models to the conditions they find locally, and influence broader family, class, and political dynamics in both countries. My hypothesis is that they do not so much break with the corporate paternalism of the past as give it new directions.


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The region experienced a small vegetation fire on Monday, July 2, near Boca Dam and the Boca Shooting Range.
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The cause of the fire is unknown, according to Town of Truckee Police Department Lt. Allen McKay, but with Independence Day on the horizon, McKay said the fire may have possibly been started by the use of fireworks.
Possession of fireworks of any kind is illegal in Truckee, according to the fire district, and restrictions will be rigorously enforced during the holiday. Fireworks, including firecrackers and sparklers, are also illegal throughout the Tahoe Basin.


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Betting is for the courageous people who are willing to take some financial risk with an aim of making profits. However, some do betting for fun. They care less if they win or lose their bets. If you are one of these two, let me introduce you to some top online betting sites or bookmakers. Whichever word you choose to use does not matter because they mean the same thing anyway. Without further ado, let me list for you the top bookmakers in Europe.
Hopefully, you know what bookmakers are. If you do not know, a bookmaker is an individual or an organization that takes bets on sports or events using odds that have been accepted by many.
How to register yourself for online betting
Just in case you haven't noticed, you need to have an account with any of your favourite bookmakers. So, if do not have an account in any of them, I can take you through a small procedure of creating those accounts. If you want a bet365 account, you will have to click on "Join Now" at the top right of the bookmaker's webpage. Do not be alarmed when a pop-up window appears separate from the home page. That is just how registration form appears in bet365.
In the form, you will find that some labels have an asterisk (*). This means that the field expects no null value. For example, you must indicate your "Country of Residence", "Title", "First Name", "Surname" and many others with that * sign. Those that do not have the * sign, for example, "State/Region", means that their value is not necessary and that the form can be submitted successfully. Once you fill all the details correctly and ascertained that you have understood their terms and conditions then you are ready to join bet365. The last step that you will have to take is to make a minimum deposit of 10 US dollars. From there, you are ready to place bets on your favourite teams or whichever ways you would prefer to place your bets. That is really up to you.
For those punters interested in having an account with Unibet, here is the procedure. Assuming that you are at the unibet.co.uk webpage, click on "Register" button which is at the top right corner of that page. A new page will be loaded and it will have a title of "Register with us". You are expected to fill in your "Full name", "Email address"," Date of birth" and your gender. Filling these fields correctly will enable the "Continue" button otherwise you might have entered the wrong thing somewhere. If the latter happens, the affected field will be highlighted in red colour while indicating the error message. If you follow the rules correctly, you will be able to register yourself successfully. Thereafter, you are expected to make some deposit. The minimum deposit to make is £5 otherwise, you will not be able to place any bets on that site.
Another example will be to show you how to register and start betting using the Coral account. So, to start with, you have to click on "Join Now" button. A registration form will be loaded. You can proceed to fill in all the necessary details. Unfortunately, Coral bookmaker allows the registration of punters from some few selected countries. If your country is not listed, registration will most likely end with an error. The minimum allowed deposit amount is £5 using a Credit Card, Debit Card, Skrill account or Neteller account. If you opt to use PayPal, its minimum deposit is £10.
I would have loved to show you, bettors, how to register yourselves on the very many online betting platforms but let me just use William Hill as the last example. Here, the registration process is not that much of a difference from the ones I had shown you earlier. Just like bet365 and Coral, William Hill has a button of "Join Now" which when clicked, the registration process is initiated. Except for this time round instead of a pop-up window, William Hill loads its registration form in the same window. The punter is supposed to fill his or her details correctly. Once done, and having accepted the Terms and Conditions of William Hill, he/she can proceed to click on "Create My Account" button. From there, the page will reload and the last step of confirming or making deposits will be shown on a new page. Get to know that William Hill expects a minimum deposit of $20 from anyone who wants to place a bet.
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So far so good, right? Great! Let's start by placing our first bet. We will use Manchester United vs. Anderlecht UEFA Europa League match to place that bet. The match is scheduled to take place 2 days from now. It has different odds across different bookmakers. For example, for Man United to win, it has been given an odd of 1/4 at bet365. Which means that for a $4 stake placed on Man United, the payoff will be $1. Both William Hill and Coral have given Man United an odd of 2/7 to win the match. On the other hand, Unibet gave the same team an odd of 27/100 for it to win.
There are other bet options available apart from the most famous one of W-D-W. These options include but not limited to "Both Teams to Score", "Half Time Score", "Correct Score", "Goal Scoring" and much more. Serious punters never stop at the "Win-Draw-Win" option but explore all the option he or she has before placing any bets.
Having shown you where to go when you want to place a bet online and how to do it, I believe what is left is for you to finish it up. And by that I mean you can start placing as many bets as you want. Good luck making money through online sports betting.


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Tuesday, October 12, 2010
*SPOILERS!* Do They Really Spoil ANYthing?
More than once I've talked with other writers about their stories where at one point they refuse to give something away. But I'll read it anyway, I tell them. I'm trying to to help you out here since you're asking for my advice. I can't help if you don't tell me what happens.
But it's a secret! You won't be surprised if I tell it to you now.
Really? Because as far as I understand it, millions of people keep reading Harry Potter over and over even though they know what happens. The last Harry Potter movie will be a huge box office seller - even though a huge percentage of people who go see it will already know what happens...
Imagine that.
When I read Lord of the Rings for the first time I had no idea how Gollum got the ring from Frodo in the end. Someone spoiled it for me a few chapters before I was finished by whispering the end into my ear. I was pretty upset, but looking back I realize that the end wasn't really spoiled for me at all. I still enjoyed reading the rest of the book just as much as I would have otherwise because the book wasn't all about that ending moment. It was about a myriad other things all layered together.
I think we storytellers often overlook one critical thing when it comes to telling a story: CRAFT. It isn't necessarily about keeping secrets. It's about telling the story. We all know how Cinderella ends, but we keep telling the story in a million different ways. We all know Hamlet dies at the end of the play...along with almost everyone else, but it is one of the most beloved tragedies of all time.
Especially keep this in mind when you write queries. I've written one query in my lifetime and I was so blasted scared to give away the end of the book that I think it ruined my entire query.
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Oh my goodness, THANK YOU for saying this, Michelle. Personally, I don't even mind spoilers in movies. If it's no good without my being surprised, then the odds are it's just no good.ReplyDelete
I'm not much of a re-readers, but that's just because I have a pretty strong verbal memory so a majority of the time as I'm re-reading, I'm pre-reading the next several sentences in my head from memory and that's just plain annoying. It has nothing to do with needing to be surprised.
Writing the kind of suspense I write, there are obviously a ton of secrets and would-be surprises, and if I tried to avoid spoilers, I would never be able to talk to anybody about it at all. Again, I don't want my writing to depend on being shocking to be good.
I loved the early years of the TV show Law & Order, because I have a keen interest in things philosophical and that includes jurisprudence. Early on, the show was very much about law and politics and those kinds of things. As the show went on, and got a reputation for twist endings they got so obsessed with that reputation, that every show was predicated on and advertised primarily as having, "a Law & Order twist you won't believe."
If I just want to be surprised, I'll find a two year-old and play peak-a-dang-boo.
All that said, I will probably end up having at least one beta reader for Sublimation who *has* been protected from spoilers because there are a few things that develop that I think are more powerful if the reader doesn't necessarily know them ahead of time and I want to make sure I have those crafted in the right way.
I do go for the journey and will read books I love over and over, but, the first time I read something, I like for the story to unfold without interference from others. I love to discover the secrets for myself.ReplyDelete
Nevets: Yes! I feel the same way. Cinders has some pretty great twists and turn in it, but I don't think if a reader knew them going in that it would necessarily ruin the story for them unless they cherish surprises above all else. I do understand the importance of an untainted reader, though.ReplyDelete
Lois: I like to discover secrets for myself, too. I guess the point is that I think it's kind of silly when a writer is asking for help and they safeguard the secrets of their story like a dragon guarding her egg.
You bring up a fresh perspective to this area I haven't put a lot of thought into. Thanks!ReplyDelete
To me, it's a matter of entertainment versus reflection. If I am looking for the great summer read, I don't need to be worried about spoilers, etc.
However, it has been my experience that avoiding spoilers, and more importantly, meta discussions on the work ("why did the author write that, anyway?") provides a much varied and richer experience when talking to other people about the book in question. We're all human, and we can all be persuaded by a either a well-reasoned opinion and often times a merely passionate one.
I belong to an informal reading group and we go way out of our way to not provide spoilers to each other just for this very reason. The discussion of the book afterward is usually rich and engaging.
Anthony: I'm not against not spoiling stories. I agree with all you say - I just don't think it should be a huge terrible if thing if something slips or if a query needs it, etc. :)ReplyDelete
I can't say that the craft isn't important in what I write, it is, but the twists and turns are definitely what readers of thrillers want to see. They want to gasp when their favorite character is put in a tough situation, or snicker when the bad guy gets his just desert. But I think there has to be a balance.ReplyDelete
I also think that putting in a spoiler in a query letter is not an issue. Most agents that I talk to want to know how the book is going to end, probably just to make sure that the author isn't a loon, but it could be for other reasons :)
I only tell my beta readers enough to tweak their interest. I try not to tell them the end or it will tend to diminish the work.
So I think anything goes in the query, but for me at least, if you want to know what happens, you have to read the book.
Douglas: Well, yes, sometimes the point of the story is definitely to surprise. I've heard that the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo books are like that. :)ReplyDelete
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OMG we are almost half way through the year? Can you believe it? I cannot, I heard the older you get the quicker the days go by. I completely agree.
what I learned in May
- I learned that God always provides!
- God doesn't waste anything. This means that all of our experiences, our efforts, our joy, sadness, jobs, people we've met, etc… nothing is wasted. It very much feel like that sometimes but I learned that God will use whatever to bring us closer to Him, if that is the request we've made. Even when we've made bad decisions and have to face the consequences, God will take our bad decision and turn it into something worth while.
- I've learned the importance of having a positive outlook on life.
- I learned that I am not doing life alone
- Jessica from Simplestylesbyjes have been offering some awesome styling tips and tricks for naturals with afros or dreads alike over at her blog which I am so appreciative off. One of my favorite posts will definitely have to be her post called Simply colorful, she shared an easy tip on how "color" natural hair without damaging the hair.
- Another blog I have been loving is Josephina's blog. She is writing this intense story called Family beyond blood. The story is so good I can't take it. Every installment of the story she posts, the comment section goes crazy with different opinions and people sharing their true feelings on a story that is fiction! Her writing is unbelievable, so much talent.
What I'v been listening to
- I've just got into listening to podcasts, my favorite is the elevation church podcast. Its so good
- I've been obsessed with Bethel music song "Ever be," sung by Kalley Heilignthal.
- I've been listening to Drake's "one dance" as well. I really like it. I can fake a workout out of it.
- I finished watching Felicity. Its a 90's show, but I'm into that now.
- I also began watching a show called "Made in heaven." Its the black version of ABC's the bachelor.
lets catch up on my goals now…
- Lose the 5lbs I've been meaning to lose for the last 3 months or so…but I can't stop eating.
– lol this didn't happen. I may have actually gained weight
- Read 4 books
–this didn't happen wither. I read one book
- Write at least 15 blog posts
-this didn't happen either, BUT I did write about 11 posts! more than I usually do
- Secure a full time job. I have no control over that than to keep applying but hey!
– I'm not sure if this has happened yet or not. stat tuned
- Go somewhere in Columbus I have not been before or some type of event and take pictures!!
–didn't happen
- Bible journal at least 5 times this month
-this didn't happen either. Am i even able to make commitments. This will just be a repeat lit for June.
- At the end of the month write about 3 ways I chose joy
–When I found out I didn't get a particular job that I wanted, I only cried for an hour and proceeded to apply for so many more.
-I was in a financial bind a few weeks ago, my initial reaction was, God always provide and i just kept repeating it to myself, my anxiety was eased and I could think clearer and figure out another way.
– I chose joy by reaching out to someone when I was having credit issues
Welp thats all!! How was YOUR May?


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A report totaling almost 1,400 pages released on Tuesday detailing the egregious abuse of children in Pennsylvania's Catholic clergy at the hands of priests, also reveals how the church has covered up such allegations for all this time.
Why it matters: This is not the first of its kind — remember the 2002 bombshell Boston Globe investigation — and based on the sheer volume of Tuesday's report, there are no doubt hundreds of other cases that have yet to be uncovered around the country and world. The language and methods used by the Church are detailed in the Grand Jury's report, and illuminate the strategies behind keeping such a scandal hidden from the public.


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Alexander Manufacturing was founded in 1927 By Melvin Alexander. It was later purchased in 1964 by his son Dale who ran the operations until his retirement in 1994. Since then, his son Don Alexander has run the business with the help of his wife Jane, sons Jeff & Joey, and sister Dana. And today Don is the current owner.
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In 1998, the 3rd-generation family-owned Alexander Manufacturing Company began producing The Woodhaven.
We made firewood racks that would be of top quality, more than just a nice picture. We wanted our products to look great so that people would not be embarrassed by a ugly pile of firewood on their patio or porch. Most of all, we wanted The Woodhaven to promote airflow and curing of the firewood so that fires would be easier to start, produce more heat and less smoke.
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A track-by-track breakdown for "The Ninth Hour", the new studio album from Finnish melodic metallers SONATA ARCTICA, can be seen in three clips below. The CD will be released on October 7 through Nuclear Blast.
SONATA ARCTICA frontman Tony Kakko told Metalholic about the lyrical content of "The Ninth Hour": "This album is not really like a theme album. There are multiple different themes there. But definitely this nature and environmental awareness is one big thing and there are, like, three songs that connect to that in a certain way: 'Closer To An Animal', obviously, then 'We Are What We Are', but also 'Rise A Night', which is like a horror science fiction story, but still has that same idea behind it. Then on top of those we have the usual SONATA ARCTICA human relationship stories and also touch lightly on this upcoming United States Presidential election thing — this sarcastic 'Fairytale'."
Regarding the artwork of "The Ninth Hour", Kakko said: "The background is like a Utopia where everything; nature and human technology are all in harmony in the lands. Then you have this hourglass contraption there — this knob. This knob is something that we are meddling with by all the choices we are making, destroying and polluting this planet of ours. Eventually, all that meddling will cause the hourglass to turn in one or another direction where it's destroying one of those futures or destroying the other. What we are then facing is either dystopia, where nature is gone and we are just living in misery, then the other option is not really much better for humans because we have annihilated ourselves in that option. All that's left is nature that's finally had a chance in healing itself because we are no longer hindering it."
"The Ninth Hour" was produced by SONATA ARCTICA themselves and mixed by Pasi Kauppinen to create a typical yet refreshing sound that defines the spirit of the band in the year 2016.
"The Ninth Hour" track listing:
01. Closer To An Animal
02. Life
03. Fairytale
04. We Are What We Are
05. Till Death's Done Us Apart
06. Among The Shooting Stars
07. Rise A Night
08. Fly, Navigate, Communicate
09. Candle Lawns
10. White Pearl, Black Oceans Part II – "By The Grace Of The Ocean"
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I would like to introduce you to a dear friend of mine for this week's Homeschool Interview. She is an amazing woman who loves her husband and serves her family with a loving heart. Michelle and Jon have four, absolutely beautiful, children: 1 biological and 3 adopted siblings. They range from almost 20 to 13 years old.
I met them on an Above Rubies retreat in Colorado many, many years ago. Michelle's sweet disposition instantly drew me to her and we have stayed in touch. I've been blessed to watch her family grow.
Why did you start homeschooling? Do you still homeschool for that reason? Is there more reason or different reasons now?
We always wanted to homeschool. My husband was homeschooled and we felt this was the best way to raise our kids. We love the idea of customizing our courses to their particular needs and talents, to teach strong family values and maximize the short time we have them before they launch. As they've gotten older we realized the importance of keeping them home during the tough preteen years and beyond. We did attempt a semester at a Christian high school and quickly discovered this was not best for us. There's so much peer pressure and negative influences we have found that it's easier to navigate and manage when they have more time at home than the typical school child. They still encounter those pressures and influences but it's not as overwhelming or unsettling as it was when it was in your face 8-10 hours a day. Also the hours spent at school and then doing homework was overwhelming. We missed the extra family time.
What is the most challenging part about a typical homeschool day?
Getting my social one to stop talking and get to work.
What scares you the most about homeschooling?
I used to be afraid that I wasn't doing enough or that my kids would not learn what they needed. Our brief experience in a private school taught me that even though I "thought" my kids were behind and struggling in reality my kids are actually doing great and have a better grasp on academics and the how life works in the real world. In many subjects they were advanced for their grade level.
What is your favorite thing about homeschooling?
I love the flexibility we have to slow down and take time to truly master a difficult topic. That's something traditional schools cannot do. My husband has an unconventional work schedule and homeschooling allows the kids to actually see him. At times we have taken our school and traveled with him.
Who is your homeschool mentor? Who taught you the ropes or you look up to? Why?
Hmm, when I began, it was my mother in law, then I was inspired by Lorrie Flem of TEACH magazine (no longer in print).
How is dad involved with your homeschool?
Currently my husband is teaching math to my 14 year old. I LOVE this!
What does a typical homeschool day look like for you?
We start with math and rotate kids through the computer. If it's not your turn on the computer you work on spelling, enrichment class homework. History reading is sometimes all together as a read aloud or sometimes alone on specific assignments.
Do you have a designated school area or school all over the house?
Ha! We do have a designated space but we rarely use it. Typically it's the living room or kitchen.
Are you part of a Homeschool Co-Op? And do you serve or teach in any way?
We have an enrichment program. I love to have the day to visit with the other moms in the lounge area or run errands.
What outside activities are your children involved in?
Youth group, Harp lessons, gymnastics, theater and occasional sports.
How do you provide quiet work space for each child?
We use headphones with classical music.
How do you divide your time to help each child?
I rotate their work around needs. E.G. I do math with child 1 while child 2 and 3 are working on a writing assignment or individual reading assignments.
Have you thought about what you will do after your children graduate? Looking forward to it or not?
I've thought a lot about this but no specific set in stone ideas. We may adopt again or do foster care. I might just look for opportunities to invest in others and spoil my grand kids. I think I'm a mix of looking forward to it and being sad. I mean I've been at this for 17 years so change might be nice once I get through them all!
Do you work from home currently?
No. I did babysit for a family during a rough financial patch but I find working from home stretched me too much and I wasn't able to accomplish everything to my standards. I prefer to just be a mom and I'm thankful that I can.
Do you plan to go to work after your children graduate?
Uncertain. I'd love to own a bookstore with a little coffee shop but who knows what God will bring along.
Any tips or tricks you have learned along the way?
Don't compare yourself or your kids to others. Everyone's homeschool journey is different and that's the beauty of homeschooling. Find a curriculum that you love and works with your skills, needs and schedule. It's ok to go slow. Don't be afraid to switch things up if something isn't working. You know your family best, trust your instincts and give yourself grace in the journey. The goal isn't to test well but to learn the material. What good is a test with 100% if you can't remember it in a week. Focus on the learning and the rest will follow.


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The pinnacle of the GEO series! With pioneering OZONE SharkNose technology and all of the design features that have boosted performance in our intermediate class wings, the Geo 5 is a few grams more than its predecessor but now features performance that is in line with the rest of our XC range.
The LiteSpeed is a highly versatile, lightweight mini-wing that features the latest in Shark Nose Technology and Ultralite construction. Its modern design incorporates the same technology that powers our highest performance XC and competition wings, packaged into a user-friendly intermediate mini-wing. The LiteSpeed is not just a light version of another wing. Although it began development as a lightweight Zero, the final result is a new design with significant improvements:
LM5The LM5 is our newest lightweight high performance paraglider designed for expert pilots who are on the cutting edge of vol-biv adventure flying. The LM5 was developed specifically for the pilots in the Red Bull X-Alps race, and in the 2013 event LM5 pilots swept the podium and filled all top 5 places in the race.
- The best durability to weight ratio possible
- Elegant handling with incredible yaw/roll balance
- The best flare and landing characteristics we've ever felt
- The most pleasurable and cost-effective option for professional pilots
With ZENO & ENZO 3 Technology The Mantra M7 is a completely new design incorporating the latest Zeno and Enzo 3 technology in a tight, compact, 3-line package. The profile, planform, and arc are all evolved from the Zeno, and the aspect ratio is a more moderate 6.5. The M7 offer a level of agility, comfort and safety closer to the Delta series, with near-Zeno glide performance. Most importantly, it is an incredibly fun wing to fly!
Ozone NinjaThin stretch material, ideal for use under helmets. Embroidered with the ozone logo and red arrow on neck.
FREESTYLE/ACROIn the tradition of the original Octane, which redefined handling in the paragliding world, The Octane 2 is dedicated to freestyle play and acro flying. For 2013, the Octane FLX model has been upgraded to the Octane 2, which features a new material spec and colour schemes. The Octane 2 is a Freestyle Class wing, certified EN C in two sizes.
The Oxygen1 harness was designed with comfort in mind. Comfort while flying, and also while hiking. At just 1.3kg (size M), it is light for a harness and bag combination, but features generously padded leg and back support, full adjustments, and a comfortably sized storage compartment*.
The O2+ is the latest version of our entry-level harness for new pilots. The 2019 revision of this harness includes the following upgrades:New radio pocketNew colour-coded straps for safety and ease of useNew adjustment buckles with smoother actionNew chest strap protector for groundhandling comfortImproved reserve compartmentSewn-in reserve bridlesThe O2+ is a sleek and clutter-free lightweight harness that is easy to use, with a focus on sensitivity, comfort, and ease of use.
The Ozium is an incredibly lightweight XC pod harness for pilots who need a compact and lightweight solution for adventure flying. The Ozium concept and design was thoroughly proven during the 2013 RedBull X-Alps, the toughest and most brutal adventure race in the world. Ozone Team Pilots flew the Ozium for long XC flights in intense Alpine conditions, and carried it through the heart of the Alps for days on end. We have taken the X-Alps competition prototype and added a bit more durability and user-friendliness, making it an excellent choice for pilots seeking a lightweight pod system that is comfortable and features a very low pack volume. The total weight of the Ozium comes in at just 2.6kg.
The OZO is a reversible harness / backpack made from ultra-lightweight materials. It is designed specifically for use with OZONE's range of modern lightweight wings, but can be used with any paraglider.
The Quest is designed for progressing pilots and anyone seeking a versatile open leg harness. Its aerodynamic design offers a highly comfortable semi-reclined position that is ideal for all types of flying.
The Rapi-Dos is our highest performance speed wing designed for pilots who seek the ultimate in speed and swoop performance. It has the widest glide performance range of any wing we have ever flown, and handles incredibly steep angles as well as it does flatter-trimmed flight for transporting to different sections of your line, or accessing a distant LZ.
It's the Delta 2's little brother! We are extremely excited about this wing, and think that it represents as much of a leap forward in performance design as the Delta 2 has proven to be. The Rush 4 has class-crushing performance, and some features which we have never before applied to the Sport-Intermediate class, including Ozone SharkNose Technology.
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THE TRICKSTER 2New Profile for more pitch-damp behavior, easier control. Shorter Line-set for better maneuvers. New Wingtip design for better tip stability / internal pressure. Building on the success of the original Trickster, the latest wing in the series features a few key improvements that have made this wing the favorite glider of Ozone Team Pilots, Felix Rodriguez and Pal Takats.
- New profile, planform, rigging
- Increased glide performance, higher top speed
- Easier inflation and launch
- Lighter, lower pack volume
- The ultimate choice for hike & fly pilots
THE XXLITEThe XXLite is one of the most unique paragliders to ever be put into production. This modern single-surface design is the absolute ultimate in ultra-lightweight flight and is probably the lightest aircraft in existence. The Ozone R&D Team contains several members who are avid alpinists and hike & fly pilots, and this wing is the result of our passion for innovation and adventure. It is a special wing for special pilots who fully understand its limitations, and have the skill and experience to pilot it.
The ZERO has gained a reputation for agile handling in a highly efficient platform, and the new ZERO 2 improves upon every aspect of the wing. With the patented OZONE SharkNose leading edge, a new arc inspired by the OZONE performance-project and significantly improved handling and overall performance, the ZERO 2 offers more without compromising stability and comfort.
Skywalk First Aid Kit
Everything you need to treat the quick field emergency.
This high-end paraglider for beginners is made for pilots, who want to enjoy relaxed flights without any performance loss. The wing Pioneer has been completely redesigned. In comparison to the previous model its passive safety, its launch behaviour and gliding performance have been optimised significantly. Pioneer3 is suited for beginners during schooling as well as for relaxed cross-country flights.
PlusMax Helmet
- Shell: ABS Technology
- Lining: Hydro-Cool
- Freeflight Standard: CE EN966
- Weight: 470g (m)
- Colours: black, white, electric blue, green, grey, orange and red
- Finish: Soft Touch coated
- Sizes: XS = 54, S = 56, M = 58, L = 60, XL = 61, XXL = 62 (units in cm)
- Options: The Guard detachable Chinguard
Princeton Tec Strobe Light
You need a strobe to appreciate those twilight flights.
- LED Flashlight
- 45 Lumens
- 360 degrees of light
- 72HR Burn
- 57 Grams (with Batteries)
- 58 Meter Distance
- Waterproof 100M
Reserve Parachute SwivelFor hang gliding or paragliding harnesses and reserves.
Rubber BandsRubber bands for reserve parachute repacking. These are designed for sky-diving, with low break strength, higher silicone content, and sized perfectly for line stows.
Security in FlightJocky Sanderson's award-winning film takes you, the pilot, through a series of dramatic maneuvers detailing how to recognize and react safely to problems you may encounter during your cross country flight. Using dynamic Air to Air footage, Jocky Sanderson, one of the worlds leading figures in S.I.V. flying, talks you through & demonstrates maneuvers including wing overs, big ears, B-lines, symmetric and asymmetric collapses, stalls, cravats, reserve deployment, spiral dives, spins, thermalling and more.
Light weight cocoon harness... CoconeaFacts:
- Excellent comfort - with or without seat board
- Ultra-light aerodynamic and windproof speed bag
- Length and angle of pod are adjustable
- Friction-reduced, double-stage accelerator slide
- Get-up belt lock system with safety T-bar
- Long, 17cm thick foam protector
- 3 speed bag sizes available
Skyman ConcertinaThe pack sack "Protect Bag" is made to pack paraglider's gently cell to cell. That way your paraglider, e.g. a CrossAlps, is stored gently, yet compact.
High performance and powerful extras for XC paragliding
- SKYMAN lightweight design with D10 fabric
- Low drag due to smart line concept with 3 cascades
- Ceramic rings used in the speed system and along the trailing edge to add brake deflection
- Mini-ribs for enhanced shape, consistency and thermal handling
- Launch aid for perfect take-offs from icy conditions or with tail winds
- Perfect performance, easy to handle
Performance LTF / EN B
- SKYMAN lightweight design with D10 fabric
- Low air drag due to smart lines concept with 3 levels
- Ceramic rings in speed system and brake deflection
- Mini-ribs for enhanced shape constancy and thermal handling
- Launch aid for perfect take-offs at icy conditions and tailwind
Serenity meets power
Reversible harness Emotion 2Facts:
- Integrated reserve parachute container
- Deployment bag with release handle
- Easily adjustable seat board
- Adjustable comfortable waist strap
- Magnetic holder for speed bar
Ultra-Compact Reserve ContainerThe small, compact front container is available in different sizes and ideally suits the Ultra Cross reserve.
Lively and Fun LTF / EN B
- SKYMAN lightweight design with D10 fabric
- Low air drag due to smart lines concept with 3 levels
- Launch aid for perfect take-offs at icy conditions and tailwind
- Perfect performance/weight ratio
- Pre-acceleration for windy conditions
Extremely light and sportive, yet offering high-performance
Reversible Hike HarnessFacts:
- Combined self-locking leg and waist straps
- Pulley's for accelerator system
- Integrated suspension for rescue systems next to the shoulder strap
- Ergonomic back pack with comfortable shoulder straps
- Adjustable waist strap
- Straps for mounting additional accessories such as walking poles, crampons, etc.
- Outer mesh pocket for helmet
Light and Sturdy LTF / EN B
- Sturdy SKYMAN lightweight design with D10/D20 fabric
- Low air drag due to smart lines concept
- Effective trimmer
- Smooth SKYMAN handling
- XC capability for two
Passenger Harness - Passenger AirFacts:
- Large adjust-ability range
- Shoulder straps for safe take-off and launches
- Very small pack volume
- Chest belt with drop-down safeguard
- Provides easy movement while still on the ground
Ultralight Speed WingFacts:
- Only 2,1kg
- Trim speed 58km/h
- Max. speed 80km/h
The alpinist amongst paragliders
Ultralight LTF / EN B
- Sturdy SKYMAN lightweight design with D10fabric
- Low air drag due to smart lines concept
- Launch aid for perfect take-offs at icy conditions and tailwind
- Effective trimmer
- Hike & Fly for two
Ultralight tandem glider - not only for extreme mountaineering
Tandem Pilot HarnessFacts
- Very small pack volume
- Individual adjustments for seating position
- Reserve deployment bag with release handle
- Reinforced back for optimum comfort
- Very light weight seat board
The Rock 2 is the successor of the legendary paraglider The Rock. It is a sportive and versatile glider with perfect launch behaviour and dynamic handling. Despite its lower weight in comparison with the previous model its performance increased significantly. The Rock 2 is a versatile wing and the ideal companion on mountain tours and voyages, but also for all-purpose use.
Simple. Modular. Versatile. The BREEZE is a recreational harness with a simple design that fulfills the most diverse demands. In short, it is: comfortable, safe, lightweight and modular!
Redefining the sport class
Fly the difference
Modern EN-B gliders like our CHILI and TEQUILA leave little to be desired. But the EN-C sport class offers us just the right amount of freedom to develop gliders with special characteristics for experienced XC pilots looking for more than just incremental improvements.
The CAYENNE5 redefines the sport class: our XC sportster combines true comp wing feeling with the genes of the CAYENNE series. We intentionally made the CAYENNE5 more of a comp wing than its predecessor. Positioned at the upper end of its class, our year-long development efforts produced a new concept with a higher aspect ratio, more cells and a profile optimized to reduce drag. The result is a sport class glider that sets new standards for performance, precision and dynamics. In the process, we remained true to our motto: pure passion for flying.
The CAYENNE5 is pure flying fun!
All the latest technology packed in our new wing.The CAYENNE4 is not just a pure 3-Liner, it only uses 2 main lines per side and line level. The new suspension system uses a 4-way bridge between the two main lines, reducing line drag by 20% compared to the previous model, the CAYENNE3. With the CAYENNE4, we have designed a glider that will convince you with its exceptional glide performance, its precise, fatigue-free handling and a high degree of passive safety. Compared to the CAYENNE3, we improved performance in every regard. Enjoy the feel good factor! Check out this Video!
Our CHILIs are a class for themselves. The name CHILI has long since been symbol for the optimal synthesis between high performance and balance flying characteristics in the EN-B class. That's why designing a new CHILI is probably the greatest challenge for our R&D team. The goal is to do more than just set a new milestone in the EN-B class. Our aim is to provide CHILI pilots with a glider that makes them feel like they have chosen the product with the highest comfort factor on the market.
Skywalk Concertina Bag
Open faced canopy cover. Designed to lay the canopy in the center of the bag with 3 clips to safely secure the canopy. An outside zipper to fasten the canopy inside the soft bag.
LAUNCH. TAKE YOUR SEAT. FEEL GOOD.To create something new, sometimes you have to take an unusual path. For our all-round harness CULT, we performed movement analysis in various sports and did a deep dive into kinematics, ergonomics and product design. The result is a harness that sets new standards with its exceptionally high comfort, maximum safety, ease of use, slim and clean design and high-quality materials.
The Skywalk Join'T3
As a responsible tandem pilot, safety is your chief concern. The JOIN'T3 is also fun!
The MESCAL5 is our paraglider for training and your first flights in thermals. Experienced pilots will also appreciate its balanced flight behavior and its truly simple features – especially when conditions at launch, landing or in the thermals are not easy.


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Let me count… Roughly speaking, I was diagnosed with MS about 5000 days ago. That's one fair bit of experience under my hood, right?
When talking to people, new or otherwise, it can be difficult telling them you're living with an incurable neurodegenerative illness. Sometimes it feels like being in an uninterrupted car crash, minus the brakes, seatbelt or the steering wheel, especially when they add their own preconceived ideas about MS based on hearsay or pop-culture folly.
Even if you've been living with MS for a decade or for just one day, you're occasionally hitting walls of guessing, worries, disbelief and/or anger at each turn.
You're in denial.
(they're probably as well at first)
You're angry.
(there's a fair chance they are trying to remain cool under pressure when you find it difficult accepting your illness)
You're wondering what now.
(if you're questioning everything, imagine what others are thinking who don't have MS)
But, you are the one with the illness that nobody understands, so your perception of reality is a little more tangible.
A little more fearful and overwhelming also.
You learn to live with the what nows and what ifs.
Eventually, though, you find your feet.
(and at some stage, those around you will find theirs also)
You find out who will be there and those who will find a reason to blame you for being sick.
Never mind them.
They're just loose fodder in the wind.
(I call them the "good riddance crowd")
Never forget that even when you're looking at the same thing, your perceptions of reality will differ from theirs.
What people see is inherently flawed by nature.
So, never mind pointless chats or mindless bickering.
You know you are still you.
So, pull up your big girl panties or your best PJs and step into the weekend with an open mind. Get out the chocolate, coffee, cake, ice cream and everything else to make your weekend a small party.
Never mind if you only last 15 minutes, it is 16 minutes of gained experience.
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National Security Advisor to President Donald Trump, Michael Flynn, has resigned, following a scandal over his ties to Russia.
Trump named retired Lt. General Joseph Keith Kellogg, Jr. as Acting National Security Advisor, according to Flynn's resignation letter. Trump is reportedly considering other permanent replacements.
Breaking: text of Flynn's resignation letter pic.twitter.com/KGue1cJFzL
— Zeke Miller (@ZekeJMiller) February 14, 2017
"In the course of my duties as the incoming National Security Advisor, I held numerous phone calls with foreign counterparts, ministers, and ambassadors," Flynn wrote. "These calls were to facilitate a smooth transition and begin to build the necessary relationships between the President, his advisors and foreign leaders. Such calls are standard practice in any transition of this magnitude."
"Unfortunately, because of the fast pace of events, I inadvertently briefed the Vice President Elect and others with the incomplete information regarding my phone calls with the Russian Ambassador. I have sincerely apologized to the President and the Vice President, and they have accepted my apology."
Flynn's 24-day run on the National Security Committee came to an end late Monday evening after the Justice Department allegedly believed that he was vulnerable to blackmail by Moscow.


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Inspired by Liberty Suares
"I'm trying to create a safe space where you can be free and find a sense of liberty" – A sit down with Liberty Suares
Her name perfectly fits her persona. It was meant to be, like destiny, something you would only see on TV. Her parents picked her name while watching TV. They heard "Libby" and fell in love instantly. The task at hand was to find a name that could rhyme with "Libby". The choices were Elizabeth or Liberty. Guess who won?
From a very young age she believed she had to do what was expected. Go to school get a job, build a future. In the fourth grade, she made a commitment to herself, to become an architect. As she grew older she kept her promise and studied architecture in The Netherlands where she obtained her Bachelor's degree. Her goal was met and the next natural step was to continue her path; a Masters degree. She felt accomplished and proud, but something within her whispered, "there has to be more to life?".
Always inspired by nature, because nature is pure life according to her, she decided to do something different during college, other than just hitting the books. She needed inspiration, something of her own, not the expected. This led to running on a daily basis which led to stretching more often and before she knew it, she stumbled upon Yoga.
When did you start Yoga?
I started in 2013 during college. I did not know what yoga was so I looked online and it sparked my interest. I started at home with five-minute sessions and it increased during a period of 10 months. I was scared of actually attending a yoga studio with 10 to 15 complete strangers. I have always been insecure which held me back from a lot of things, and admitting it gives me power, strength. I guess the saying that things happen for a reason is true, because at the time there was a new studio that just opened. So, I thought if there is a new place, new people, new teacher, then it's not so bad, no judgements will be passed. So, I took a chance and attended my first class and never looked back.
Why the switch from architecture to teaching Yoga?
After my Bachelor's I could have immediately started with my Masters. I was good at it, my designs were solid, but selling the end result, was something I struggled with. I had stage fright and tried different methods to be comfortable in what I was selling, but nothing worked, it just didn't come natural to me.
Plus, I wanted to explore other things. I started with Yoga, but never had the time. I was focused on finishing school. So, I had this crazy idea to take 6 months off and explore, hoping this would boost my confidence before starting my Masters.
My teachers insisted in getting my Yoga teacher certification. Me? A teacher? How am I going to do that if I fear public speaking? Who would listen to me? It's not about becoming a teacher they said, it's a process which allows you to know yourself better and how your mind and body works. Completing the course did not mean I had to teach, but the entire process would benefit me as an individual, and that is exactly what I was searching for.
So, I made a choice. I went to Thailand for my teacher training. On my first day, there was a welcome circle and this was my pitch.
"My name is Liberty, an island girl born and raised in Curacao, I live in Holland, just finished my Bachelor's and I'm taking a break before starting my Masters". Fast forward 2 days into the course…..
'What Masters?" This is it! I felt freedom like never before. That bond I felt with complete strangers, all coming from different backgrounds, and yet the only thing that connected us, was Yoga was indescribable. That feeling was pure ecstasy and that's how my teaching journey began.
My style
Yoga heals my soul, my wounds and insecurities. It's so personal to me that I want to share it with everyone. Why? Because if it helped me it might help others too.
So, I create a space where everyone can be themselves, whether you practice an hour and sweat or you simply stretch, it's up to you. I instruct with different variations. You start here and if you want to go further you can. Do what your body wants and needs. I'm trying to create a safe space where you can be free and find a sense of liberty.
During class, I start off by asking "how's everyone feeling?" I feel the vibe, I trust my instinct, I ask "how can I be of service?" and that's how I teach, no labels, no judgement.
I'm not traditional. I respect and admire tradition and I use aspects from traditional Yoga, but I simply like to adapt them to my style. It has to feel liberating. Move your body and discover your own progress. To me the movements have to be natural and fun! I'll play pop, or just meditation music it all depends on the group.
What's next?
Now I'm doing this, but who knows what's next? We are always evolving and exploring. Yes, I teach Yoga, but I learned that there are no restrictions to our liberty in this journey we call life.
Liberty-Yoga at Santa Barbara Resort and Hofi Cas Cora
Dushi SUP Yoga (Stand Up Paddling Board Yoga) at Klein Knip and Caracasbaai.
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Instagram: @Libertysuares and @dushisup
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Puerto Rico in Gran Canaria
7 Night Stay in Hotel Near the Beach with Return Flights from Cork
Hotel Heliomar Apartments
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One great place for a sun holiday is Gran Canaria. There's so much to do, see and the island is a true paradise. Explore for yourself, you know you want to! You need this great Puerto Rico break to break up your September!
Puerto Rico break to Gran Canaria
Your hotel is the wonderful Heliomar Apartments, which you will find in the Puerto Rico area of the island of Gran Canaria. They are really close to the centre of the town, and 800m away from the beach. The perfect place to come every morning and relax, right? As you're close to the town, too, you're super close to the array of shops, bars and restaurants on offer. What could be a better way to spend the evening than grabbing a tasty meal, and maybe a cheeky tipple?
The hotel is bright, friendly, and has everything you need to enjoy your holiday. Your apartment will have a little kitchen for you to chill out in, and make some delicious lunches together. There's a bedroom with twin single beds, and a pull out couch in case you need 40 winks during the day. A supermarket nearby will cover everything you're missing. Book your break with the link below!
- Puerto Rico Break: 7 Night Stay in Hotel Near the Beach with Return Flights from Cork €362 pp
- Provider: Click&Go
- Travel period: 28/08/2018 – 04/09/2018
- Length of stay: 7 nights
- Departure airport: Cork
- Destination airport: Gran Canaria
- Airline: Aer Lingus
- Hotel: Heliomar Apartments
- Score: 3.5/5 on TripAdvisor
- Location: 800m from the beach
- Meals: self catering
- Airport transfer: not included
- Travel insurance: Get it here
- Lonely Planet travel guide: Get one here
- Rental car: Compare prices here
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The Best Possible Guide on Loans for Unemployed People
Finding the right employment is looking very difficult task nowadays. The wait for the new employment can take a long time. What would you do until getting a new employment? How you pay your pending bills? Does your bank account empty of funds? Answering such questions is tough because you do not have a stable […]Read More →


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Samuel M. Adams
Samuel Adams is a 2009 graduate of Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of law. After graduating, Samuel was an associate attorney with Michael K Sutherlin & Associates in Indianapolis, where he represented plaintiffs in many kinds of civil right actions. Samuel has represented clients in cases before state and federal trial and appeal courts. In 2016 samuel joined the Employment Law Office of John H. Haskin & Associates, where his practice focuses on representing employees in employment cases.
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- Civil Rights
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- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2009
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 2012
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana
- J.D. summa cum laude
- Law Review: Indiana Law Review, Articles Editor, 2008 - 2009
- Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
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- Major: History
- Litigating Constitutional Rights, ICLEF, 2014 - Present
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- Indiana State Bar Association, 2013 - Present
Past Employment Positions
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Clear Mind Initiative
Over past ten years No Bad Ideas has been expanding its reach around the globe. We have met many wonderful people and have heard some amazing stories along the way. Our customers are what make this work, and we very grateful for all the support we have received through the years! This experience as well as our own personal journeys have motivated us to use our platform to give back in a way that has meaning to us and will be beneficial to all. As a result, we are instituting a new program called the Clear Mind Initiative (CMI). This platform will help raise awareness on the struggles of mental health. Whether it affects you directly or someone close to you, mental health is something that resonates with everyone. We will be partnering with the National Alliance of Mental Illness and starting on July 1, 2018, we will be donating $1 for each item sold towards the cause.
The National Alliance of Mental Health mission is to secure better funding for research, protecting access to treatment and services, and to attain mental health parity to ensure that mental illness is treated equally to physical illness. Mental health is so important because it enables people to have healthy relationships, handle the normal stresses of day to day life, and ultimately grow/reach your full potential. Listed below are some important facts with regards to mental illness:
Fact #1: While 1 in 5 Americans live with a mental disorder, estimates indicate that nearly two-thirds of all people with a mental illness do not see treatment.
Fact #2: 20 to 25 percent of the homeless population in the United States suffers from some form of mental illness. Stigma leads to fear, mistrust, and violence against people living with mental illness and causes family and friends to turn their backs on people with mental illness.
Fact #3: Between 25 and 40 percent of all Americans with mental illness will at some point pass through the criminal justice system. Stigma leads to prejudice and discrimination and poor treatment of those with mental illness.
Mental illness has a wide grasp on society and we want to do our part in making a difference. When we are absent of depression, anxiety, addictions, psychological problems, we are more able to live our lives to the fullest. Peace of mind is a natural condition and is available to all. No Bad Ideas wants to do its part in making this happen!


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Blog: Kobald (11.13.17)
It's me, your FAVORITE goblin, KOBALD! Since you BLOCKED me on just about every other type of communication, this is my only way of getting a message out to you.
Every waking moment since you FIXED me on May 6th of this year has been an absolute blast! Who knew all it would take to FIX me would be an act of pure, brutal strength combined with pinpoint accuracy & sincere selflessness? Oh, I know this one… It was ME! I knew it the whole time! I BEGGED you for months!! Even so, I am very appreciative of what you did for me & continue to do for me. For that, you are my IDOL! It's not every day that you get to meet your idol, let alone TEAM WITH THEM! For me, the last 6 months have been a dream, but, for you, Oleg, the last 6 months haven't been so kind. Looking back at the last several events, I believe the only match you won since you corrected my cranium was the match where you tagged with me in North Carolina at "The Parting of Ways" (Now available on CHIKARAPRO.COM!!!)
At first, I thought this losing streak of yours would make for a great story, a way to get the people behind us. Losing each & every singles match would bring you closer to me. BUT, BUT, BUT - here's where it gets interesting - we would WIN every tag match together! You eventually see how successful you are with me by your side & we inevitably win 3 points & challenge Los Ice Creams for Los Campeonatos de Parejas. There's no way we'd lose, THEY ARE THE STINKING ICE CREAMS! THEY ARE THE WORST TAG TEAM IN CHIKARA HISTORY!
I had it all planned out. After we win those tag belts, we hold & defend Los Campeonatos longer than any team ever. We hold onto those belts until CHIKARA gets bought out by Titan Sports in 2022. Our contracts carry over & we are heavily involved in an invasion angle that, overall, falls below expectations. After a few months of build, we are involved in a title unification match with the Young Bucks, Paul London & Spanky, and Super Dragon & Davey Richards…
*Webmaster's Note: I've cut about 12 pages of utter absurdity from this letter to conserve space and sanity.
…where we both get inducted into the Hall of Fame at Wrestlemelancholy 60 as the most decorated tag team in wrestling history!!!!!!!!!!!!
But now I see that your losing streak has gone on for too long. Things are not going according to plan. I have to be pretty upfront with you, Oleg. For all my plans to come true, something significant needs to change, & fast. I may be a bit UNCONVENTIONAL, but I am no idiot. It is YOU that has NOT been putting in 100% effort. I have already been part of an unsuccessful team. Remember The Batiri?? Sadly, I do as well. Not a single title or accolade in 7 years. I don't have the patience to go through that level of disappointment again. There's a reason why I am the last member of The Batiri & if you don't want to end up like the other two, I suggest you try your best to STOP! LOSING! SO! MUCH!!!
Oleg, I will always be your biggest fan, but if you don't pick up the slack, I may soon be the last fan you have left.
Blog: Travis Huckabee (10.25.17)
It's been a long two weeks for the Rumblebees. I've just recently recovered from my #HourOfPower match against Rory Gulak and despite her unwillingness to admit it, I know the same could be said for my partner Solo. She took a pounding at the hands of Sonny Defarge, but gave it her all, and even in defeat, can be proud of what she left in the ring. We've both needed this week to recover. And though we've enjoyed tag team success lately, we've had less luck individually. I am disappointed to have lost to Rory once again, and I'm disappointed to have been unable to help out my friend and fellow Rumblebee.
We're about to depart for Chicago, and we both have unique challenges ahead of us at the double-header on October 28th. Solo is set to rumble against perhaps the most accomplished graduate of the Wrestle Factory, Hallowicked, and I'll be against the midwestern up-and-comer, Everett Connors. Last time we were in Chicago, Swolo fought a bigger, stronger opponent and of course, she never backed down. Not even for a second. EC is as tough as they come but I've made my name as someone who will always endure. Everett Connors recently came close to capturing the Young Lions Cup - I can't say the same. And Hallowicked is the only 2-time Grand Champion in the history of CHIKARA. These are tall tasks awaiting us on Saturday in the Windy City, Solo. Don't let our recent defeats bog you down. We keep training, we keep improving, each and every day. People might think you don't stand a chance again Hallowicked. Then again, people didn't think we could ever capture Los Campeonatos, either.
Blog: Ophidian (10.18.17)
The path I am on is steady. Unwavering. My ultimate victory is growing ever closer as I continue to prove myself to be the superior Ophidian. Win the Rey de Voladores tournament? Check. I did so in less time than the inferior Ophidian.
Secure the Young Lions Cup? Done. An accolade he never earned. I took it with ease. Everything is exactly as I have planned.
Do you understand now? This power you have wasted for so long? Do you see now what could have been? Overtaking the mind of your opponent and controlling their every move. Two kinds of people I suppose. You were the first. I am the second. The type that makes people hurt each other. The type that makes people lose motor function, rendering their bodies useless. Look what I've accomplished as a result.
While your accomplishments now pale in comparison to my own, this whole time I've felt something has been… missing. It was only recently that I realized what I had left to do. What I needed to truly cement my victory. Los Campeonatos de Parejas. More importantly. The Osirian Portal. Your greatest failure will become my greatest achievement. It was your duty to protect him, and you failed with flying colors. What you let die last year, I will resurrect. On October 28th I turn back the clock on the Portal of Osiris - the very same thing that brought you CHIKARA - to December of last year. I'll forge my path to greatness in the place of your darkest hour, and I'll do it with the Pharaoh you failed for the last time.


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So many of you will have seen in the news that British model Chloe Ayling, 20, was kidnapped in Milan last month, allegedly to be sold as a sex slave on the deep web.
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A man named Lukasz Pawel Herba was arrested on suspicion of being Chloe's kidnapper and he claims to be a member of the Black Death gang – a notorious organisation that buys and sells kidnapped women as sex slaves. Chloe has been relatively public about her traumatic ordeal, where she claims she was drugged, stuffed in a suitcase and held captive in a remove village until she was rescued by the Italian authorities.
However, last night questions were mounting over the alleged kidnap of Chloe, with witnesses who saw her with suspected abductor Lukasz thinking they were a couple. One even said they saw the pair laughing together while visiting a café in Milan, leading people to believe that they could have set this whole thing up to make a bit of money – after all, Lukasz was demanding a £270,000 ransom from her modelling agent in order to but a stop to the deep web sale of Chloe.
Chloe's lawyer also confirmed that she went shopping for groceries and shoes with Lukasz. And a friend of Chloe's said she met Lukasz at a Paris photoshoot months before the kidnap. The Italian police asked Chloe whether her and Lukasz had slept together as they found his semen on the bed where she was sleeping, although she categorically denies that they had slept together.
People have also claimed her behaviour since returning home is suspicious – she has seemed happy and chirpy during interviews and will be doing a page three shoot just days after she revealed herself to be the victim. She was also seen this week jumping on a motorbike to head to a topless photoshoot, something her friend, Cara Bellucci, said would be, "the last thing on my mind."
Chloe's lawyer Francesco Pesce, who is representing the model in Italy, has defended her actions and said that he believes she is telling the truth, adding that although people have their doubts, she would be proved right in no time. He did say that he would caution Chloe to behave differently after people have asked about her behaviour since the release and added that although her and Lukasz were spotted out shopping together, she simply didn't feel safe enough to escape. There is also a lot of evidence to suggest that Chloe had been kidnapped, including the disturbing image below which was allegedly taken to be used for her auction:
There's obviously a lot of information to process here and as said in the previous article, it's now up to the British and Italian authorities to get to the bottom of what really happened. But one thing we do know is that this is one of the strangest cases of kidnapping the UK has seen in a while and whatever the outcome, it's going to be remembered for a very long time.
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Celebrity Row:Bill Murray:News:2004:Archive
Bill Murray Entries for 2004
This page provides links to all of the Bill Murray entries for 2004.
Tom can't dodge Ben
Jun 21, 2004 – Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story beats The Terminal. (more)
SAG nominees announced
Jan 15, 2004 – Indie flicks hold their own in actors' kudofest. (more)


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There are several nearby attractions. The ones described below are only several – they happen to be the ones visited by this author.
Amazon River – what can you say about the Amazon river except its the world's greatest river. Its mind boggling to think that it supplies nearly a quarter of all the world's freshwater! From the Atlantic Ocean in Brasil, ocean going vessels can make the entire trip up the Amazon River to Iquitos – these are huge ships. That is the great size and depth of the Amazon river near Iquitos.
The Amazon river can be quite brown looking – you may even see large logs or huge banana plants or other organic material floating down the river. The current in places is extremely strong. Alligators and Piranha's live in and among the tributaries of the river.
Near Iquitos there are many small villages scattered along the banks of the Amazon. For the most part the only transportation between these villages is via boat. Think of the Amazon River as a huge highway which never needs road work.
Boras – this is a tribe of Amazonian Indians who have their village about 20 minutes by fast boat from Iquitos. They are popular with the tourists (especially the male tourists) as the men and women will dance traditional dances while topless. The cost is depending on who you talk to is 20-30 soles per person which includes about 10 minutes of actual dancing and then photos with the villagers afterwards.
One of the village headman will talk about their village and customs – and then they will begin to dance. After a few dances, tourists are invited to also dance. When the dancing is finished its ok to take photographs with the topless people. One of the village headmen has traveled all over Peru – in part to take part in conferences for Amazonian rainforest villagers.
Belen is a small shanty like town 15 minutes walking distance from the main square in Iquitos. For the most amazing display of abject poverty and ram shackled homes pieced together visit this town. Belin is made up of piece meal wood buildings with either thatched or tin sheet roofs. Some of the buildings float, some do not and are built on sticks. This town revolves around the changing water levels of the nearby rivers – as much of the year there is water everywhere in this town and the only way to get from house to house is to either swim or take a boat.
You can rent a dugout canoe including someone to row you around for an hour or so for merely a few soles. Its a good idea to bring a raincoat as there is no overhead protection in the dugout canoe.
There is a very good fruit and vegetable market about 5 minutes from the entrance to Belen. You can find an excellent selection of jungle fruit here. Chances are you will be among the only tourists here as its not a popular destination. If your Spanish is good, perhaps you will even hear some of the old ladies say "why are these gringos here in this market, what do they think they will buy in a fruit market"!
Yellow Rose of Texas is a bar/restaurant and is a must visit for any traveler to Iquitos Peru. Located just off the Plaza del Armas, the Yellow Rose of Texas, is run by former Texas Oil & Gas Engineer, Gerald Mayeaux. This place absolutely bleeds with character. Huge Texas sized saddles rotate as seats at the bar. An eclectic variety of dead jungle animals adorn the walls and ceilings and hundreds of photos line the walls. The food is tremendous. Never have you had such tasty ribs, smoked for 15 hours and covered in an 18-ingredient home made sauce served with a sizeable very tasty portion of mash potatoes. Be sure to also try the Paiche, the worlds best tasting, largest freshwater fish.
A very large drink list is available for your personal consumption. The portions of the food are all Texas sized – a great way to eat is to order several dishes and share them. Gerald, the owner used to be the former commissioner of tourism for the state that Iquitos is located in, and he will give you very good tourism information if you ask. Located at Putumayo #180 PHONE – From the USA dial 011 (51) 65 231353 Email: firstname.lastname@example.com Additional contact information:
Gerald and Pamela Mayeaux
Putumayo 180
Iquitos, Peru
Telephone (51-65) 23-1353 E-mail: email@example.com
or firstname.lastname@example.com
Zoo – A few minutes from the Boras tribe by boat is a small but excellent zoo which gives a great representation of the main animals found in this part of the Amazonian rainforest. The cost is 10 soles and you will have a private guide for about 25 minutes. He will take you from animal to animal and will explain about each one. You will be able to carry a sloth – for most people this will be the first and only time to do this. They have very large razor sharp claws but they seem very docile and sleepy. Also visit the Anacondas – they are babies but they are like 10 feet long! An amazing creature which does not seem to have a need for Viagra or other similar type penile enhancement products is a certain species of monkey. This little guy is always erect and the guide will lift him up so that you can see for yourself! Another highlight is you can hold baby alligators in your hands.
A couple of other things to see in Iquitos are the Iron Building designed by Gustaf Eifel the designer of the famous Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. This is a raw very "iron" looking building. Also be sure to visit the free small museum located right on the main square in Iquitos. It contains some stuffed jungle animals, local stuffed fish and other information about the Iquitos area.


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The Anonymous Girl (Special Edition): Bundled with That Girl Started Her Own Country
This action packed special edition combines That Girl Started Her Own Country with The Anonymous Girl and follows the mysterious heroine Zaydee aka, Princess Jane Doe, aka bitcion founder, Satoshi, aka Ester Bilderberg into prison from where she turns the world around her upside down.More info →
Jack The Ripper: Newly Discovered Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Jack the Ripper is one of the most notorious serial killers in history—and yet over one hundred years later, his identity remains cloaked in mystery. Or does it? There's only ever been one man who could solve this crime: the inimitable Sherlock Holmes. When news of the first murder hits the paper, the story immediately catches Holmes' attention—and he's determined to be involved in the case.More info →
That Girl Started Her Own Country (Count of Monte Cristo Book 6)
International Playgirl Zaydee finds herself in the midst of a crisis fueled by international intrigue, multinational corporate greed, and a convoluted legal system. Imprisoned computer hacker, this brilliant jet-setter becomes an international media celebrity as she defends herself, an unknown girl labeled Princess Jane Doe, against false charges.More info →
A Criminal Defense
When a young reporter is found dead and a prominent Philadelphia businessman is accused of her murder, Mick McFarland finds himself involved in the case of his life. The defendant, David Hanson, was Mick's close friend in law school, and the victim, a TV news reporter, had reached out to Mick for legal help only hours before her death.More info →


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"Do you remember that time we lost our day to each other. We lay around just enjoying the transfer of words, coaxing my smile by the slow up and down of having my head on your stomach, like I was found at sea. That peace. I miss that peace. Life, just like the nun who chased us away, ruined the chance of it's eternity."
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