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The Art of Editing in Film
Steve Lamb
Since developing an interest in filmmaking I've always had a great admiration for the art of editing. Being able to take the individual parts of a shot sequence and structuring them in a particular way can provoke a various range of emotions within the viewer and help build a desired narrative and feel.
Video editors are often overlooked as their work isn't always immediately apparent to audiences. In an interview with Variety, editor Joel Cox (American Sniper) explained that "a great edit is the one you don't see", meaning the viewer is left to be fully immersed in the film without distraction. On the other hand, there are times when editing can draw attention to itself to help accentuate emotions and atmosphere. Choosing when and how to use these techniques boils down to the intricate art of visual storytelling.
Here are a few of my favourite examples when it comes to the art of editing in film.
Requiem for a Dream (2000)
The editing in Requiem for a Dream breaks standard rules to help drive a story of addiction and the reckless desperation and delusion that can come as a result. The cutting style depicts an increasing momentum to the point of losing control and as such the viewers are made to go through the same anguish as the characters. Standard 90 minute films can expect around 600-700 cuts however, due to the choppy and erratic pace, Requiem for a Dream leads to an excess of 2000. At the beginning of the film each scene averages 90 seconds to 2 minutes but by the end they become fleeting moments of jumbled imagery that disorientate the viewer. Other great techniques, such as the Hip-hop montages that represent the drug use throughout the film, quickly represents the buzz each of the characters are getting from their high as they slowly fall into their addictions.
Requiem for a Dream – Hip-hop Montage
Another notable scene – As Harry and Marion lie in bed together a split screen effect is used to possibly represent not only intimacy but the fabricated closeness between them. See here.
Whiplash (2014)
The emphasis of perfect timing is echoed constantly throughout Whiplash. Cuts are in time with the music and suspense is built around punctuality. The music instructor and antagonist, Fletcher, controls the timing of his band but seemingly dictates the tempo of the film by the way he manipulates the protagonist Andrew. Perhaps the most memorable scene see's Fletcher getting increasingly angrier with Andrew for being out of sync with the band and hurling a chair at him. The editing in this scene helps build the perfect tension that leaves the audience feeling suitably uncomfortable by Fletcher's terrifying teaching methods.
The emphasis on time becomes an obsession by the end of the movie, with Andrew breaking up with his girlfriend to dedicate himself wholly to practicing his drumming. The final scene show's Andrew finally earning Fletcher's approval when he puts on an exceptional drum solo. Again, the editing helps create the scene as fast cuts replicate the energy of the music as well as the change in relationship between the two main characters.
Whiplash – Final Scene, Drum Solo
City of God (2002)
City of God is a brilliant film in many ways, not least by the way in which it represent favela life in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. A frantic opening scene of daily life helps introduce us to the protagonist as he is caught between a leisurely walk with his friend and a gang chasing a chicken that has escaped being killed for a meal. The storytelling and editing here help establish many of the film's ideologies and themes – including the hectic lifestyle that can often lead to young people's lives being cut short and the need for escape whilst constantly being chased by your surroundings. The chicken is very much a metaphor for the main character Rocket.
City of God – The Chicken Chase
There are more than 50 highly visual cuts in the first 30 seconds and these are mostly closeups. This not only adds to the chaotic tone but leaves the viewer with a feeling of claustrophobia, another theme that is synonymous with favela life. Another editing technique, the Kuleshov Effect, is used as the editor cuts back and forth between shots of the chicken and the meal being prepared. This interaction between the two shots helps the audience identify with the chicken and the horror he envisions.
Saving Private Ryan (1998)
There are many reasons why Saving Private Ryan is an extraordinary feat of filmmaking, with many critics claiming it to be the most realistic representation of war on screen. The combination of incredible performances on camera to the teams behind the production gave Steven Spielberg the perfect canvas to express his filmmaking prowess. When paying closer attention to the editing we can see a number of great techniques that support this artistic direction, particularly in the opening Omaha Beach scene.
The storming of Omaha Beach at the beginning of the film has been credited with being one of the most accurate portrayals of a WW2 battle. Much of the camera work was shot with the shutter open at 45 and 90 degree angles thus causing a staccato to actor's movements and an added realism to explosions. Other techniques that added streaking, shakiness and doubling up the frame rate of 12fps to 24fps helped create an uncomfortable and edgy atmosphere that required editor Michael Kahn to craft a story out of footage that no editor had ever been presented with before.
Saving Private Ryan – Storming Omaha Beach
Pulp Fiction (1994)
When I think of Pulp Fiction I think of endless quotes, unforgettable characters and ultimately one of the coolest films ever made. Tarantino is a master of creating entertaining conversation and editor Sally Menke does a fantastic job of editing scenes that would fall flat without the right pace to build tension. Being able to understand the complex chronology of the film whilst also tying in the numerous subplots happening alongside the main story required and editor that could make sense of it all and understand Tarantino's creative direction. They worked together on many great films including Inglorious Bastards (2009) and the Kill Bill two-parter (2003-2004) until her untimely death in 2010. Many people point to the famous "what does Marsellus Wallace look like?" scene as their favourite but for me, because of the amazing tension the editing builds, I'd have to say my favourite is the one below.
Pulp Fiction – A Shot of Adrenaline


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A SPID number is similar to an MPAN number that you have for your gas and electricity supplies.
Generally, you will have one or two SPID's per premises. If you have two, one is for your water connection (W) and one if for your sewerage connection (S).What does my SPID number look like?
Each business premises has a Core SPID number. Your Core SPID number will consist of 10 digits. These 10 digits make up the first part of your water and/or sewerage SPID numbers:
Your SPID number for water will generally consist of 10 digits followed by the letter 'W' for 'Water' and another two digits e.g. 0000000000W00.
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Why does my water retailer require a SPID number for my business premises?
A SPID number lets us (your water retailer) and your water wholesaler know where your access to water is.
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An old myth when it comes to lying on your mattress is "the harder the mattress the better it is for your back!" – in fact hard mattresses are not necessarily the best option for people with a bad back.
So what should you look for? Well, here's a guide to choosing a mattress
Lie on your back on the mattress
Put your hand in under the small of your back. If there is a gap between the mattress and your back then the mattress is too hard. If your back is rounding as it would in a hammock then the mattress is too soft. If your hand slides through and remains in contact with your back then you have found yourself a good mattress.
Lie on your side on the mattress, with a pillow supporting your head and neck.
Get someone to look at the curves of your spine. Your spine should be in a fairly straight line when viewed from the back – not dipping too much towards the floor. Bear in mind that if your hips are much wider than your waist then your lower spine is bound to dip down towards the floor. If this is a problem you may need to support your side with a pillow.
The heavier the person the deeper the mattress needs to be – a soft sprung mattress with a heavy body lying on it means more sagging.
If you can buy a new bed – base and mattress – rather than just replacing an old mattress because a great mattress on a bad base will still cause problems. Look for a good quality full sprung edge base.
Talking about quality, when buying a mattress, once you have found the right degree of firmness for you, bear in mind that you get what you pay for. A cheap mattress will probably lose its firmness faster than a more expensive one.
Interior sprung mattresses are the best, the more springs they contain the more expensive the mattress. Choosing a new mattress or bed is an important decision and this is not a time to cut corners on cost because if you buy an unsuitable "cheap" mattress you may end up paying out fees to a professional who has to correct your back pain.
The waterbed has gone out of fashion since it's popularity in the 1970s and 1980s. However, a good waterbed can support your spine very well. The downside is that they can be quite expensive. Ideally, you should try one out before you buy one. They can present good support without pressurizing any one point greatly and are particularly suitable for elderly people.
I hope that guide to choosing a mattress is helpful. If you have any questions please leave a comment in the box below and we will happily respond.


text: Join the Mammolanche & reduce the risk of breast cancer mortality 02/10/2018 More BC women are due for their mammograms than ever before. Are you one of them? Do you know someone who's due for a screening? October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and there is no better time to join the Mammolanche, a movement for mammograms. Page Image Use this image as both the current Page Image and for News listings Image Caption Page ContentRegular mammogram screening makes changes in the breast easier to spot and it can find lumps two to three years before you or your doctor can feel them. Just by getting regular screenings, you can reduce your risk of breast cancer mortality by 25 per cent. Even with the benefits of screening, only half of women who have screened return for their regular mammograms. BC Cancer is asking women to make a commitment to getting regular mammograms by joining the Mammolanche.How can you participate in the Mammolanche? It's easy! If you're due for your mammogram, book now by calling 1-800-663-9203 or use the BC Cancer Breast Screening clinic locator to find a clinic near you.If you're not due for your mammogram yet, mark your calendar to remind yourself to book.Help us spread the word by sharing our Facebook, Instagram or Twitter post and asking your eligible friends and family to join the Mammolanche too.Throughout the month of October, watch Global TV for a 30-second commercial and special public service announcement to join the Mammolanche. Get a sneak peek here: 30-second commercial – Join the MammolanchePublic service announcement featuring Global TV news personalitiesBC Cancer's Breast Screening Program provides free screening mammograms for eligible BC women ages 40+. A doctor's referral is not required. There are 39 fixed screening mammography clinics across the province, and three mobile screening coaches that visit more than 170 rural and remote communities each year, including over 40 Indigenous communities. For more information, visit http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/screening/breast/get-a-mammogram BC Cancer; cancer; breast screening; breast cancer


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Details and directions to the October 15th Ceremony in Monroe, WV (3:00 PM):
The venue is in the Greenville area. Cell phone service is very dodgy!
•GOOGLE MAPS, etc. WILL LEAD YOU ASTRAY: PLEASE FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS!!
•Coming from the South, take either Rt. 219 north or Rt 12 north. Look for and follow Seeds of Resistance signs at Rt. 122. More signs with the milage on them will lead you to Larew's Pavilion.
•Coming from the North, take either Rt. 219 south or Rt. 12 south.
Look for and follow Seeds of Resistance signs at Rt. 122. More signs with the mileage on them will lead you to Larew's Pavilion.
Details of the October 16th Bent Mountain Celebration (2:30 PM):
Just when you thought you were getting a little weary and discouraged–INSPIRATION!!!
Let's come together for an afternoon of food, song and community at the Bent Mountain Center and give a hear filled a generous thanks to our our neighbors near and far, for all we have and will continue to accomplish together, and all we have to give thanks for:
CELEBRATION of The CORN HARVEST: Our multi county harvest celebration prayer will be led by our own Diane Elliott of the Cherokee Nation and owner of Local Roots restaurant, together with Mikasee Horinek of the Ponca Nation, who will travel to join us from Standing Rock.
SPEAKERS: Leader of Bold Nebraska Jane Kleeb and farmer-landowner Art Tanderup of the Cowboy Indian Alliance , and student leaders from Virginia Student Environmental Coalition and leaders along the MVP will speak-
-THE PONCA CORN! Landowners from each of the MVP- affected Virginia counties will bring Ponca corn from their plantings this summer, and we'll give thanks together.
MUSIC: We'll host musicians from several counties! Details shortly!
– FOOD: Potluck: If your name starts with A- J, please bring an entree; if it starts K-T please bring a salad or veggie dish; T-Z please bring dessert.
– Drinks/ Dry goods: The Bent Mountain Steering Group will provide water, tea and lemonade.
-SHELTER: We have a permanent picnic shelter and depending on the forecast we may need tent canopies– if you have one, please consider bringing it.
THANK YOU Neighbors, for all your dedication to challenging and defeating the proposed MVP. We so look forward to gathering with you!


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An old, wealthy, and intelligent man, a longtime donor to the Democratic Party, and husband to the much younger Ruth Rasmussen, Claude Rasmussen is an ambiguous character for much of In the Lake of the Woods. It is Claude who invites John to stay on his property for a few weeks after John loses the primary election, effectively ending his political career. Later, when Kathy disappears, Claude offers John his company and help, but often seems to be withholding outright sympathy. Claude tells John that he can't say he voted for him, but also can't say he didn't vote for him—it's this kind of ambiguous "support" that characterizes his relationship with John for most of the book. Toward the end, however, Claude reveals that he's highly sympathetic to John's experiences as a soldier in Vietnam, and understands that John has been expressing his sadness over Kathy's disappearance in unusual ways. He leaves John the keys to a boat, allowing him to flee to Canada before John can become bogged down in a police investigation.
Claude Rasmussen Character Timeline in In the Lake of the Woods
The timeline below shows where the character Claude Rasmussen appears in In the Lake of the Woods. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Chapter 11: What He Did Next
...When he arrives at the cottage, he sees that Kathy isn't there. He considers calling Claude Rasmussen, but concludes that there's no need—Kathy will be home soon. (full context)
As John and Ruth talk, Claude Rasmussen emerges from his room. He is almost 80 years old. He puts on boots... (full context)
John gives Claude the keys to his Buick, and he drives John back to the cottage. John thinks... (full context)
Back at the cottage, John walks Claude through the rooms. Claude asks where the phone is, and John says that he unplugged... (full context)
Claude and John sit and talk—it's almost 2 am. John pictures Kathy at the bottom of... (full context)
John and Claude continue to talk. Claude asks John if John and Kathy had been fighting; John insists... (full context)
Claude calls Ruth, talks to her, and tells John that Ruth has been calling various local... (full context)
Chapter 15: What the Questions Were
...Texaco station. At 9am on September 20, Lux and Pearson drives to John's cottage, and Claude Rasmussen shows them inside. He and Ruth have been staying with John. John is lying... (full context)
...John one more question before he and Vinny leave: why did John unplug his phone? (Claude mentioned this fact to Lux, Lux says.) John claims that he turned off the phone... (full context)
After Vinny and Lux leave, John hears Claude and Ruth in the kitchen, making breakfast. John asks Claude why he mentioned that John... (full context)
...John wakes up, it's almost 6 pm. He goes out into the living room, where Claude is sitting playing solitaire. Claude tells him that Lux checked in and said that he'd... (full context)
Chapter 19: What Was Found
Pat and John walk back to the cottage, where Ruth and Claude are waiting. John introduces Pat to both of them, and then calls Lux. Lux tells... (full context)
John tells Claude that he wants a boat tomorrow, so that he can explore the lake and look... (full context)
Chapter 23: Where They Looked
It is 6:30 am on September 22. Claude, Pat, and John are pushing Claude's large Chris-Craft boat into Lake of the Woods so... (full context)
Claude, Pat, and John board Claude's boat and begin their search. Claude says that their journey... (full context)
Claude, Pat, and John circle around the islands. There is mist, making it difficult to see... (full context)
...old man with the hoe, PFC Weatherby, singing Sinatra with Kathy, etc. As he thinks, Claude calls his name and calls him Senator: John looks like he's half-asleep. Claude says that... (full context)
It is twilight, and Pat, John, and Claude tie up Claude's boat near the Angle Inlet boatyard. They have been searching for Kathy... (full context)
As Pat, John, and Claude walk toward the fire, John sees that the men sitting there are Vincent and Lux.... (full context)
Everyone gathers around the fire: John, Pat, Claude, Vincent, Lux, and at least six other people. Lux introduces everyone to these new men,... (full context)
...his fascination with magic and mirrors, etc. John drifts deep into thought. Some time later, Claude taps John, and John notices that almost everyone is gone, including Vincent. He says to... (full context)
The next day, John, Pat, and Claude go out on the lake to look for Kathy, and they continue looking for the... (full context)
John asks Claude about obtaining a second boat, so that John can look for Kathy on his own... (full context)
...Lake of the Woods, and John spends the morning shoveling snow in the driveway outside Claude's house. He thinks about magic, and contemplates a "last nifty illusion," a piece of "casual... (full context)
...that there are other places the police have to look. Lux asks to speak to Claude; John passes Claude the phone and fixes himself a drink, noticing that Pat is quietly... (full context)
After speaking to Lux, Claude explains to John that the police want to look around John's cottage, on the chance... (full context)
Claude suggests that John hasn't been crying for Kathy because there's no use crying. Claude also... (full context)
The next day, John, Claude, and Pat go out once again on the boat to look for Kathy. Pat refuses... (full context)
...wakes up, it's a little before dawn. On the table, he's unsurprised to see that Claude has left the key to his boat, along with an envelope—John takes both. He brings... (full context)
Chapter 25: Evidence
Ruth Rasmussen insists that John didn't kill Kathy, because he loved her—just like Claude loves Ruth. Lux insists that he doesn't make guesses. Colonel William V. Wilson says that... (full context)
Chapter 28: How He Went Away
It is 7 am and John is riding in Claude's boat, the day after Claude told him about Lux's plan to search the cottage grounds.... (full context)
...land and makes a small fire, where he eats a sandwich and reads the note Claude left him in the envelope. Claude writes that he doesn't blame John for anything he's... (full context)
...of the day, John turns on the radio in the boat and speaks into it. Claude's voice answers. Claude says that Lux and Vincent are monitoring the radio, and possibly listening... (full context)
Chapter 30: Evidence
Ruth notes that Claude died shortly after John's disappearance, and that he and John developed a close trust for... (full context)
...in Hudson Bay, in Canada, since they are still in love, just like Ruth and Claude. Tony Carbo suggests that John and Kathy ran away together, since they were both excellent... (full context)


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Thursday, January 30, 6-8:30 pm at Tam Commons
Mario Guarneri, trumpet, heads a trio with guitarist Randy Vincent and bassist Robb Fisher.
This is a Guaranteed Fair Wage Fund event where each musician will be paid $150 in advance by Berp & Co. Jazz in the Neighborhood makes this possible by subsidizing 40% of their pay. For more information, please contact Berp.
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1. K5 Blazer
Calling the Chevrolet midsize FWD-based unibody crossover that was recently unveiled a "Blazer" doesn't seem to be striking positive chords with the public. Much like if the Camaro were to be re-spawned as a front-wheel-drive sedan, the connotations of the Blazer name clash heavily with the vehicle that now graces. The Blazer nameplate would have been perfect for a vehicle to rival the upcoming Ford Bronco, which will be an off-road oriented body-on-frame SUV. To make things more frustrating, it's as if Chevrolet has been completely oblivious to the surging off-road SUV and overlanding space that brands like Jeep and Toyota enjoy. Aside from the Colorado ZR2, there likely isn't a Chevrolet vehicle in the local Moosejaw or REI parking lot. That likely won't change soon, but it could with a proper body-on-frame midsize SUV that seeks adventure, just like the original Blazer.
2. Cobalt SS
10 years before the Honda Civic Type R, there was the Chevrolet Cobalt SS. The unassuming compact sucker punched segment leading AWD vehicles in the mouth when the turbocharged version came on the scene, such as the Subaru Impreza WRX STi and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. It's been heralded as an impeccable driver's car by every magazine that's tested it, and was the last true FWD performance car GM has built. Since then, Chevrolet has found it difficult to attract enthusiasts that can't afford a Camaro, or would rather prefer something more practical. A performance variant of the Chevrolet Cruze could fix this, but we continue to hear of staunch resistance against this idea within General Motors.
Chevrolet no longer has a compact truck. In fact, the Chevrolet Colorado crew cab with a long box encroaches on popular Silverado configurations in overall length (225 inches vs 230 inches, respectively). Looking at the dimensions between the previous generation Colorado to the current one demonstrates stark differences in size, by a minimum of 20 inches in length and 5 inches in height. Meanwhile, reports have come out that Ford is looking to launch a small pickup truck to slot below the incoming Ranger midsize truck by as early as 2022, which is the next logical step in the marketplace. A little pickup from Chevrolet that embodies the S-10 would be well suited as an urban work vehicle, and an entry-level carryall for different customers new to Chevrolet.
4. Astro
Didn't you hear? Living in a van is cool again. And off-grid camping has seen a rise in popularity. Volkswagen even hosted a media drive of their Chevy Astro-esque T6 California camping van in America, despite not being sold here. The utilitarian Astro van could be reintroduced, but with more of an adventurous theme showcased by the T6 California to cater to minimalist vagabonds (the trendy ones that can support themselves, yet voluntarily choose to be homeless). It would also serve as a well-placed cargo van below the long-in-tooth yet profitable Express full-size van. A plug-in hybrid system or even an electric drivetrain would make things even more interesting. Moreover, the size and utilitarian design would make a reincarnated Chevy Astro van an ideal candidate for either autonomous vehicle or ride sharing platforms, like Waymo or Uber. Wall Street likes this.
5. Tracker
Ford plans to attack both the iconic Toyota 4Runner and Jeep JL Wrangler with two vehicles. One is going to be the new Bronco, and the other is described as a "baby Bronco." The Chevrolet Tracker was a rebadged Suzuki Vitara/Grand Vitara and embodied a little off-road friendly SUV that was lightweight and affordable. Should Chevrolet product planners come to understand the appeal of the off-road SUV market, a redux of the Tracker to play sidekick to a midsize SUV that rivals the Bronco would increase the bandwidth of adventurous vehicles for buyers to see the USA in their Chevrolet.
6. Avalanche
So many people loved the Chevrolet Avalanche that it's become impossible to ignore the emails, comments and passionate dialogues happening all around us. This truck/SUV combo, formally classified as a "Sport Utility Truck", essentially invented the crew cab pickup truck segment at the turn of the millennium. In doing so, the Avalanche became a victim of its own success, and Chevrolet pushed forward with the crew cab Silverado following the Avalanche's discontinuation after the 2013 model year. But the Silverado is still missing a crucial detail that made the Avalanche so beloved: the mid-gate passthrough that turned the rear of the cabin into an 8-foot truck bed. Chevrolet then tried to appeal to the Avalanche faithful with the Silverado High Desert package, which added sport bars, lockable storage boxes, and three-piece rigid tonneau cover – just like the discontinued Avalanche. But again, no mid-gate, and owners have stubbornly held onto their prized SUTs. Should Chevrolet ever resurrect this model, there would be business risks to consider. The question of whether or not the Avalanche and Silverado can actually co-exist is a big one to answer. As is the question of whether or not sales projections of an Avalanche would sink after its die-hard fanbase purchased them in the first year it returned. These will likely remain unanswered unless we were to see the situation play itself out in real time.
7. Chevelle
There continues to be declaration that the full-size sedan segment is on its death bed. We just happen to think it's too boring and there's zero marketing effort to attract anybody. There's also the example of the oddly named Chevrolet SS Performance Sedan selling at a snail's pace, but likely because the cost of entry was too high because of no base trim level to start from. We think this deserves another look with a more committed strategy. A new rear-wheel-drive Chevrolet Chevelle could compliment the Camaro, in a way that Dodge has been the envy of the industry with the Challenger and Charger. Does that mean introducing a Chevelle with four doors? Likely yes, but GM's Alpha architecture sure could use the added scale, as could Omega.
After some thought and some comments, we've taken the liberty to add three additional vehicles.
8. Trailblazer SS
The Chevrolet Tahoe RST has its heart in the right place, but the idea could be honed a bit. The best examples of an American brand SUV that execute on this idea come from FCA, with the Dodge Durango SRT, Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT, and the Hellcat-powered Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. The Chevrolet Trailblazer SS was the embodiment of a fast American SUV before any of these vehicles existed, and remains coveted on the second-hand market. So much so that they're often stolen. A midsize SUV with a small block V8 such as the LT1 or even the supercharged LT4 backed by the performance know-how of Chevrolet Performance would blend the velocity of a Camaro with the practicality of a family crossover. Plus, think of the profit margins.
9. Silverado SS
This is another one that's kept a cult following almost 20 years later. Truck buyers continue to look for more power, and the growth of the aftermarket industry reflects this, indicating that Chevrolet is leaving money on the table. Just like the Trailblazer SS, a Chevrolet Silverado SS doesn't seem to make much sense for the dedicated road course aficionado, but that hasn't stopped people from wanting them. And also like Trailblazer SS successor, a Silverado SS would likely be a high-margin vehicle.
10. Front Engined Corvette
Chevrolet can pretend it's not happening all it wants. But there's too much evidence that there's a (rear) mid-engine Corvette coming, and reports have stated that it likely spells the inevitable end of (mid) front-engined Corvette body style. The risk here is that the 2020 C8 Corvette and its mid-engined layout could alienate just as many buyers as it newly attracts, rather than retaining old customers and expanding sales with new ones. We theorize that a functional hatchback (no more golf club storage with C8), an easier ingress/egress (compared to what's anticipated with C8), and a lower MSRP (compared what's anticipated with C8) will likely contribute to reasons why somebody would rather stick with the traditional body style. The Corvette is the best selling sports car in America, after all, which means it's a highly proven formula. We see no real reason why a front-engine Corvette and mid-engine Corvette can't coexist through a long timeline, but for that to happen, they both need to have a future. And probably their own brand, too.
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Dental Bridges & their advantages
Dental bridges are used to replace missing teeth and are often an option when a patient has strong teeth in front of and behind an empty space (or spaces). One advantage of a dental bridge is that you can use it to easily replace missing teeth, and that with proper home care, it can last for many, many years. Dental bridges are strong, esthetic, and can be made from a number of materials including highly esthetic ceramics.
Disadvantages of dental bridges
The main disadvantage of a dental bridge is that to fabricate a dental bridge, you need to crown (or cap) the teeth in front of the empty space and behind the empty space; and depending upon the width of the space, you may need to crown more than one of the adjacent (abutment) teeth.
If the adjacent teeth already have crowns or large fillings, we are less concerned about making a bridge because the teeth have already had dental work. But when the adjacent teeth are healthy teeth with small fillings or no restorations, we try to avoid cutting those teeth for bridges, and prefer to use dental implants instead, as it's a much more conservative approach.
Other options for replacing missing teeth
While there is nothing wrong with drilling teeth for crowns for a bridge, there are other replacement options including dental implants and removable partials. The most common and often best choice for replacing missing teeth is to restore the tooth or teeth with dental implants.
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John Betts - Fine Minerals > Home Page > Sell Your Mineral Collection
John Betts - Fine Minerals, New York, NY
Dealers of Fine Minerals and Natural Crystal Clusters since 1989.
What do you do with an old mineral collection?
Perhaps you are moving to a smaller home and can't keep all of you collection...
Or you inherited an old mineral collection and don't know what to do with all the heavy, dust covered boxes...
Or you are getting on in years and your children and grandchildren don't show any interest in your collection...
Sell your old mineral collection
You should consider selling your mineral collection.
We regularly purchase old mineral collections. We buy gem-mineral collections, we buy mineral collections. If your collection is located in the eastern U.S. we will travel to see the collection in person, and assess it's value. If a deal can be agreed to, you will receive immediate payment and we will box up the collection and take it with us.
We are looking for clean, lustrous, undamaged, crystallized mineral specimens that are properly identified with labels. High quality does NOT mean large.
If your minerals are not top quality, then we are not interested in buying them and you should sell them in an Ebay auction where the bidders set the value.
We also purchase collections through the mail. You simply ship the collection, one box at a time, through the mail. As each box arrives we will call you to discuss the price for the contents. If we come to an agreed price, a check will be mailed that day and you can prepare another box of minerals to be shipped.
In the case of large, significant specimens that are valued over $1000, you should contact us via email (email@example.com) with photos, description, and asking price. If we are interested, and accept your price, it will be pending inspection of the specimens.
(Remember to keep all the original labels or catalog with the collection - these greatly add to the value of the minerals. It is highly recommended that you take the time to catalog the contents of the collection. This will make it much easier to assess the collection's value. But it is understandable if you just want to sell it quickly, without much effort.)
Note: locality of origin does affect the value of a mineral. Locality is about half the value of good specimens. For example, a tourmaline from California may be worth $300, the same crystals from Brazil may be worth only $150, and the same crystals from Connecticut may be worth $750. Without a label of origin, the lowest price must be assumed.
Some items in the collection will be worthless as retail inventory. In this case, we arrange to donate the items to a local mineral museum in your name, so that you can get a tax deduction.
When selling your mineral collection, be prepared to answer these questions:
Where are you located?
How many mineral specimens?
What size specimens (in general)?
How much space does the collection take up in your home?
Are they all labeled?
If they are not labeled at this time, do you have a catalog or database identifying each mineral?
Are they on display, loose, boxed or mounted?
Any historic specimens or with provenance?
What dealers have you been buying from?
What is the average price you paid?
Do you have a price in mind for the whole collection?
If we reach an acceptable price, can I box the collection and take it with me, or do I have to make a second trip after you shop the collection around?
STEP 1. Send me am email answering all the above questions to email@example.com. NOTE: In the first email please do not send photos as an email attachment. For security purposes we NEVER open unsolicited file attachments.
STEP 2. After it is determine your collection is the type of minerals we want, you will be emailed instructions for sending photos of the collection. This usually involves posting images of the minerals to a public site like Flickr or Facebook, then sending a link to the images (if they are not too large you will be given permission to email them directly). Group images are sufficient, though detail images are helpful. Good exposure is most important.
STEP 3. I usually respond quickly with questions to determine interest in your minerals.
STEP 4. If we agree to proceed, I visit your home to inspect the minerals in person. If you plan on inviting other dealers to make offers, I prefer to be the last to visit so that you will be in a position to accept my offer -- eliminating the need for a second visit to your home to pick-up the collection.
ALTERNATE METHOD: If you live too far away for me to visit, you mail your specimens to my office. When mailing minerals, be sure to include in the package your telephone number (many people forget!) and return address. Be careful to protect the minerals against damage by wrapping each one individually. Damaged crystals are the number one cause of low/reduced resale value of mineral specimens. Upon receipt of the package I will assess whether the minerals meet my requirements and will call you to negotiate a purchase price for the minerals. If we can agree on an acceptable purchase price, I will mail a check or send PayPal payment that day. If we cannot agree, I will mail them back at my expense.
Or visit me at my next show.
My article The Minerals of New York City is now available online.
© John Betts - Fine Minerals,
New York , NY - All Rights
a division of allminerals.com, dealer of Fine Minerals since 1989.
The minerals illustrated on this site were purchased from collectors or wholesale suppliers for resale purposes. The owner of this site did not collect the minerals and collectors should not assume access is permitted to the property based on inclusion in this site. Please contact the property owner to obtain legal permission before entering private property.


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For many fathers, it can be confusing and even awkward talking to their sons about women and sex.
It can also be difficult to put aside your own challenges and difficulties in order to give your son the best advice that you feel will set him up for the best chances at understanding women and sex.
The below advice was written by Jonathon Aslay, and I think it's a brilliant example of where to start.
If our boys were to hear this sort of advice, it really would have a massive difference on future generations of both men and women. Enjoy!
A Father To Son Talk About Women and Sex
My oldest son is about to move out and start living on his own. It's a poignant moment for me because I still remember the little boy he was, innocent and wide-eyed. Now he's embarking on his own life journey with all its inevitable ups and downs.
He may not be consciously aware that his normal hormonal surges are in overdrive and fueling his blossoming desire for women and sex. As a dating coach, I know how important it will be for him to develop healthy relationships with the women he'll meet and date in the future. It will mean the difference between a life of turmoil, misunderstanding and loneliness, or a life filled with joy, comfort and acceptance.
The greatest impact that can be made in a boy's life is the wisdom shared by his father. Here are the nine pieces of advice I gave my son about women and sex.
Father Son Advice #1: Don't Listen To The Jokes
Throughout your life, you will hear jokes about women and how complicated they are, how they nag and how needy they are, or they don't want sex after marriage.
Don't listen to the jokes and especially don't buy into them. There are just as many derogatory jokes about men as there are about women, and both are inaccurate generalisations. Take the time to get to know each woman individually and make your own assessments, and remember jokes about women only serve to belittle, not inspire.
Father Son Advice #2: Don't Follow Your Peers
If your friends try to talk you into coming along with them to a strip club, please say NO. These places only serve to objectify women. The men who frequent those places consider women as property and not individuals with needs and feelings. Also, it may seem funny when your friends talk about "banging" women as if they're a piece of meat, but I assure you it's anything but funny. Capturing a woman's heart is a valuable and appreciated skill, treating her like a "conquest" is an immature fantasy.
Father Son Advice #3: Beware Of What You Allow Into Your Eyes And Mind
Men are visual creatures, and nothing arouses men more than pornography. Some might say it's harmless, but the truth is, the more you watch or read porn, the more you'll be desensitised to the actual physical experience of making love. It will blind you to the real wonders of a woman's body. Nothing on this earth is more amazing then the real touch of a woman who loves you and wants you.
Father Son Advice #4: Forget Friends-With-Benefits
In theory, friends-with-benefits (FWB) sounds like a good idea because you get all the sex with none of the emotional responsibility. But here's the thing: while the sex may be incredible in a FWB situation, what usually happens is that one person begins to have feelings for the other, and then someone gets hurt. No matter how open you are with each other, FWB relationships rarely ever work and you usually lose a friend — that's a fact.
Father Son Advice #5: Always Practice Safe Sex
Yes, you think you know all about diseases and pregnancy from what you've learned in school and I know (eye roll) you've heard it all before. Condoms can save you from diseases that can have life-long consequences. They can also prevent pregnancy and I probably don't need to remind you again that raising a child is a huge responsibility. Wait to start a family when you are in love, married, and have a good job and home. And don't assume the woman is on birth control or is being honest about it. Make sure you take care of yourself.
Father Son Advice #6: Know The Dangers Of Great Sexual Chemistry
When you are drawn to a woman and feel out of control believing you're in love, take a step back. Remember, chemistry is really brain chemicals like testosterone and dopamine running amok, not unlike the feeling of being high on crack cocaine. These brain chemicals will cloud your judgment and lead you to making hasty decisions. Real love takes time to develop, so don't say, "I love you" unless you're ready to be there in good times and bad.
Father Son Advice #7: Be True To Your Word And To Yourself
You might be tempted to say anything to get sex. But honesty and integrity mean always telling the truth to yourself and to your partner. Manipulating a woman by telling her you are more into her then you really are just to get sex is tantamount to lying, even if you think it's true. You should never have to convince your partner to sleep with you. Focus on showing her how much you care, and the desire will follow.
Father Son Advice #8: Don't Accept A Cheap Thrill
One-night-stands may seem exciting in the moment, but you're usually left with a ton of regret in the morning. You'll be tempted to sleep with as many women as you can because you'll want to "prove" something about yourself. There's nothing to prove. Although your friends and the media will disagree with me, it's more of an achievement to sleep with one woman a thousand ways than to sleep with a thousand women.
Father Son Advice #9: Make Love, Not Sex
Nothing really compares to the mind-blowing experience of making love with the one special woman you deeply care about. When you are fully present physically and emotionally, that's making love. Sex is just a physical experience. Having sex may feel good, but making love is heaven on earth. Take time to nurture a relationship. Be friends first and foremost. It will be so worth it.
If only I knew then (when I was my son's age) what I know now! While I know I can't protect my son from every having his heart broken, I want him to benefit from the hard lessons I've had to learn in my own life. That's why I knew a heart-to-heart talk with him was in order, so that hopefully the things I tell him now will guide him to make wiser choices in the years ahead.
How Does A Son Respond To This?
Here is the reply Jonathon's son posted after reading this article:
"Dad, I read your post. And I just want to say, Thank You. I really appreciate the time and thought that that must have taken, I hope you'll believe me when I say that you are such a wonderful father who has done a great job raising his 2 sons. Love you so much. Thanks again <3"


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Webcor Continues Tradition of Intern Service Day
Intern Service Day gives interns a chance to volunteer and have fun while embracing two of Webcor's core values – innovation and community.
Intern Service Day gives interns a chance to volunteer and have fun while embracing two of Webcor's core values – innovation and community.
Scavenger hunts, baseball games, and mixers. Usually, Webcor internships are packed with fun activities to encourage networking and friendship. While the COVID-19 pandemic might have thrown a wrench into the intern social calendar, one tradition remains as important as ever: Webcor's Intern Service Day.
The concept of an Intern Service Day was established by past interns during a continuous improvement presentation. The day gives interns a chance to volunteer and have fun while embracing two of Webcor's core values – innovation and community.
In Southern California, interns took a break from the jobsite to volunteer at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. Spearheaded by intern leads Ken Flamer and Aaron Case, volunteers were provided with gloves, masks, and hand sanitizer and encouraged to "socially distance" as much as possible throughout the day.
Webcor interns spent the day packaging food boxes, successfully assembling over 1,456 food kits for Angelenos experiencing food insecurity.
"I was surprised at how productive we were," says Project Engineer Intern Jaime Olmedo. "This was my first-time volunteering at a food bank, and I was amazed we were able to prepare nearly 1,500 boxes in 3 hours!"
Before volunteering, participants met outside to enjoy a delicious lunch of individually wrapped burritos and get energy for the day. The volunteer event proved to be a great networking opportunity for interns, with over 20 Webcorians from different jobsites participating in the event.
"It's truly amazing to see a company like Webcor do so much to give back to the community," notes Alex Buffo. "It was a great opportunity to help out the community and represent Webcor!"
Similar to their counterparts in Southern California, Webcor interns in San Francisco stepped up to the plate to help out their community.
Intern Ambassadors Hamza Shallwani and Kristin Paulazzo organized a day of street clean-up in San Francisco's Mission District neighborhood. The group picked up trash, swept and cleaned sidewalks, touched up paint on storefronts, and helped remove graffiti from recent protests.
"I got the idea of doing this service event from fellow project engineer Yasha Ghaffarzadeh, who did something very similar in Oakland," notes Kristin.
The group partnered with Roberts Obayashi, who donated PPE for the event and graciously allowed the group to use a nearby project site as a meeting point and rest station for the day.
The team worked tirelessly from 8:30am to 3:30pm, painting four businesses and one door of an apartment complex that had been graffitied.
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Tech Regulation in Jordan: Thinking Inside the Box
In trying to bridge the regulatory gap between traditional and online media, Jordan is likely to hurt freedom of expression online, a newly issued report from CMDS found.
With hundreds of news and reporting websites launched in recent years, the media regulatory system has seen a fundamental transformation in Jordan. The Jordanian government uses a mix of pre-internet era and new laws to control online media. The 1998 Press and Publications Law, for example, used to harass journalists who publish online, was amended in 2012, requiring all news websites to register and obtain a license before launching operations. Many that did not were blocked, in what critics said was a targeted measure, coming at the height of the Arab Spring in Jordan. There were also efforts, unsuccessful, to block access to all pornographic content.
In Jordan, the government may block online content that it deems harmful to the supreme interests of the country. Journalists and activists have been detained on this basis. Jordan may also be the only country in the world that prohibits criticism of its allies, a provision in the penal law that analysts say is often used by law enforcement agencies to detain and interrogate journalists. "This gives rise to a strange phenomenon where Jordanian citizens are safe to express their grievances with the Jordanian government, but not with an ally of the state of Jordan," the report's author, Mohammad Abu Hawash wrote.
Recent amendments to Jordan's cybercrime law, aiming to bridge the gap between laws on traditional and online media, may add new restrictions to freedom of expression on social media. Jordanian law criminalizes most speech that is critical of the Jordanian monarch and restricts what can be said about government officials and institutions. The amendments to the cybercrime law are expected to bring online media under the same laws. "The amendments have raised many concerns for civil society organizations and activists about potential restrictions on freedom of expression on the Internet," the report states.
The amendments introduced a broad definition of hate speech that can be misinterpreted to apply to online content regardless of whether the respective content poses a threat. The amendments equate hate speech with criticism of public figures or public companies on social media. Authorities will be allowed to detain anyone suspected of spreading hate speech for up to seven days. According to the report, "this measure could be used to target government opponents, journalists, activists, and human rights advocates." The law was amended to criminalize dissemination of any type of sexual content and to cover all smartphone apps.
In Jordan, the media rely on social media platforms to reach the audience. Mobile telecommunications companies provide users free access to Facebook, which remains the most popular platform, though in 2020, it lost nearly 30% of its market share to Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram.
Although 73% of the population has internet access, and broadband connectivity has increased significantly, Jordan faces a pervasive digital divide, based on age, education, income and geography. At the same time, the ICT sector contributes significantly to Jordan's economy.
With regards to the public sphere, the report finds that Jordan's regulatory landscape for the media is unstable, with constant revision of the publications laws. "This places those media networks with a proximity to the state at an advantage, since they have deeper insight into the expectations of the state. Independent media, on the other hand, suffers from the successive governments' meddling in the foundational laws of the media industry," the report states.


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CIMAM asks American University to refrain from censorship
The Board of CIMAM has sent a letter to the president of the American University in Washington, urging the University not to censor a commissioned art work by the artist Rigo 23 representing the Native American activist Leonard Peltier. It did so in response to a statement published by the University, and following correspondence with the artist concerning the sculpture´s removal from the grounds of the University and the Katzan Art Center on 1 January 2017.
The CIMAM board asks Neil Kerwin, as president of American University, to reinstate the sculpture and for it to remain in place until 30th of April as originally agreed with the artist.
The sculpture, nine feet tall and made of redwood and steel, is based on a self-portrait by Leonard Peltier, the imprisoned Native American activist who was convicted for the 1975 shootings of two FBI agents at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota, during the unrests that were part of the American Indian Movement activism in that period.
Peltier´s trial has been labeled unfair by Amnesty International. There has been a long lasting demand to reverse his conviction, supported by politicians and personalities ranging from Mikhail Gorbachev and Nelson Mandela, to Robert Redford and Carlos Santana, and involvement of the European Parliament. At the end of the Clinton presidency, there was a campaign to grant Peltier presidential clemency, a campaign that continues in the present day.
CIMAM has reviewed the arguments of American University, which include concerns that the University might be perceived as assuming an advocacy position of clemency for Mr. Peltier, and possible threats to security. These concerns should have been discussed with the artist and means to address them sought, such as the issuing of a disclaimer regarding the content, which is common practice. Threats to the work and to public safety should be dealt with by the police. The artist has stated publicly he was not consulted on these issues.
The Board of CIMAM hopes that American University will reverse its decision to remove the work and will honor its declared commitment to 'support thought-provoking art that informs and educates'.


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2017 Aquarius Horoscope Preview
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Aquarius Horoscopes, Year 2017: Summary/preview of the year ahead for the zodiac sign Aquarius.
See also: Aquarius 2017 Yearly Horoscope
2017 Aquarius Horoscope Overview
The following is an overview horoscope for the zodiac sign of Aquarius the Water Bearer for the year 2017.
Areas of Expansion in 2017 for Aquarius:
Your Aquarius 2017 Horoscope points to areas of life that are destined to expand and grow.
- Education
- Travel
- Adventure
- Beliefs
- Sharing of Knowledge, Publishing
- Career
- Reputation
Until October 10, 2017, your belief systems, learning experiences, and hunger for adventure continue to grow and expand at a rapid pace. You are feeling more courageous and spirited, and you sense that there is more "out there" for you to learn and take in.
This is a time in your life when you don't sweat the small stuff as much. You see the broader perspective on life, and you generally feel supported, so that smaller inconveniences don't stress you out quite as easily. Your positive outlook is notable during this cycle. Learn as much as you can now, in preparation for the next cycle beginning in October 2017 that puts your career on center stage. You'll want to be prepared!
Your views on life itself in a broad sense are changing, growing, and maturing. Connections with faraway cultures, people, or a broader knowledge base can open up opportunities to grow personally. Teaching and sharing knowledge can be in strong focus. It's a good time for publishing, writing, and media.
You might consider fine-tuning your talents and skills with higher education or experience during this cycle that runs until October 2017.
New learning experiences as well as "life" experiences (travel, adventures, contacts with others of a vastly different culture than yours, and so forth) are likely to emerge. Over the course of this period, you might have the opportunity to reach a broader audience. You might choose to learn a new language or take on other interesting studies.
This can be a time when you make friends in faraway places or who have vastly different backgrounds or perspectives than you and who enrich your life during this empowering cycle.
Especially in March and August-September, however, you could be feeling some disillusionment with education or personal interests, or there can be challenges keeping up with daily life due to interruptions and distractions. Watch for misrepresentation by being especially clear in your communications.
You might also deal with obstacles to your adventures, education, or explorations, either financially based, or fear of breaking out of habits and patterns. These are not likely to prevent you from going after you want, but they can be concerns and worries.
For the most part, however, you are likely to take advantage of this period in your life. You might make a solid friend or valuable connection through travel or other activity that involves breaking the regular routine. Publishing can be in focus. Teamwork can be advantageous.
From October 10th onward, Jupiter transits the top of your solar chart. Your ambitions, career, business goals, and reputation grow and develop. Your talents and skills are recognized now like never before. All of the hard work you've put in begins to pay off and is rewarded – or at the very least, recognized. This influence will be with you until November 2018.
You are in the limelight in some way during this cycle. Although it's a great period for expansion and recognition on a professional level, and you should take advantage of it, choose your projects carefully. Don't take on more than you can handle. Watch also for gossip or mishandling of information. Be wary of situations that could get blown out of proportion or misunderstood.
This can be a time of significant progress in the outer world, a fortunate change in status, and increased recognition.
Your hard work and effort can be recognized now. There is an interesting connection going on with Saturn, your ruler, in Sagittarius, and Jupiter, the ruler of Sagittarius, in the house of Saturn. Teaching or guiding may be connected with your career now. Your services or charity may come before the public eye. Some of you could be working on a project behind the scenes that now is ready to be shared.
You could find yourself in a position that truly suits you. You can take great pride in the work you do. For some of you, more prestige or a higher social standing may be part of the picture now. You can be quite charismatic in a position of authority or responsibility. Advancement in achieving an important goal can occur now. Your reputation may be enhanced in some significant way. You have more faith in your goals and aspirations during this period of your life.
This is a time when believing in yourself, your competency, and your ability to take the lead opens up opportunities to you.
For the most part, you are likely to take advantage of this period in your life in order to expand your reach. From December forward you are in a great position for practical matters, business, and financial improvement. You may be joining with people who further your career or personal interests, and through their support, faith in you, or wisdom, you are encouraged to reach your highest potential. There can be almost magical dealings with money and career growth.
Areas of Contraction and Lessons in Simplicity
Your Aquarius 2017 Horoscope points to areas of contraction, restriction, and necessary "slimming down" in order to test for stable foundations. There are always areas of life that require more simplicity. Tests may be part of the picture as you learn that life with only growth and expansion can run away with itself.
These areas include:
- Friendships
- Causes
- Wishes
- Spirituality
- Inner World
- Privacy
Until December 19, 2017, the areas of your life that require a "back to basics" approach are associated with the sector that rules friendships, group and community involvement, and personal dreams and ideals. There may be tests of sorts in these areas of life as if the universe is checking that the foundations are strong. Things built on weak foundations may very well crack under the pressure of these tests. Those that are strong will endure and strengthen.
This influence began in December 23rd, 2014, and will be with you until December 2017. It can be felt most strongly earlier or later in the cycle, depending on whether you were born earlier or later in the sign of Aquarius. This year, those born from February 10-18 and with an Ascendant of 21 to 30 degrees of Aquarius are most directly affected.
Tests can come to your friendships during this long-term cycle. You may be more discriminating when it comes to making new friends, or circumstances are such that you spend less energy on networking and involvement in your community or in teams and groups. Existing friendships may experience some tests or trials during this cycle, and one or possibly more friendships may end. Ones that are true, however, will strengthen.
Some of the challenges of this position include feelings of loneliness, as it can sometimes be difficult to find what you are looking for. Keeping friendships strong and healthy requires effort. Friends or group affiliations may seem more demanding of your time and energy at times, or you might feel stress about how much of yourself you put into your social obligations. There can be some strain on a friendship due to insecurities about self-worth or financial issues. In extreme cases, being taken advantage of can be an issue. Lending and borrowing to and from friends is generally considered tricky but can be especially so for you now. This applies not only to money, but also time and energy. Friendships or causes can drain you at times if you are giving too much while ignoring your own needs.
Alternatively, you might decide to contribute to your community in significant, tangible, and practical ways during this transit. There can be nice opportunities to make long-lasting connections. You can have more influence in a group, possibly naturally taking the lead. It's a time for making solid plans for your future. You have extra planetary support this year for major improvements and even breakthroughs. This is a powerful period for making friendships that last, even if this is "just" one. There can be wonderful support for and respect for your ideas and perspective.
From December 19, 2017, and onward, the areas of your life that require a "back to basics" approach are associated with the sector of your solar chart that rules spirituality and retreat. There may be tests of sorts in these areas of life, as if the universe is checking that the foundations are strong. Things built on weak foundations may very well crack under the pressure of these tests. Those that are strong will endure and strengthen.
This influence will be with you until 2020. It can be felt most strongly earlier or later in the cycle, depending on whether you were born earlier or later in the sign of Aquarius. This year, it will influence those born in the first two days of Aquarius and with an Aquarius Ascendant of 0-2 degrees most.
All that lies beneath the surface in your life is now coming up for inspection, and you are forced to do some serious "spring cleaning" of your psyche. Getting rid of outdated attachments, and examining and discarding irrational fears, is not only necessary for further growth and development — it's ultimately a huge relief. Do your best not to dwell on past failures or guilt for what you haven't done during this cycle. Detach yourself from these things as much as possible. Put things to rest. This can also be a time when you give of yourself to others, as you are valuing charity more than usual. You could be struggling with issues of self-worth, and this is a fine time to really explore what it is that holds you back from going after what you want and deserve in life.
You could feel that you are dealing with endings more than new beginnings during this transit, as you let go of outdated attachments and unconsciously prepare yourself for Saturn's transit of Aquarius beginning in March 2020, when you will work diligently on reworking your individuality and personal identity. You are somewhat introspective at this time and you might isolate yourself from others in some manner—a process that tends to come naturally at this point.
There can be a retiring, somewhat withdrawn or private element to your personality. You may need to watch that people in your life don't feel rejected by your withdrawal. Health issues, generally of a psychosomatic nature, may come to the fore. You may be attracted to alternative ways of living, and to self-study fields, such as psychoanalysis. There can be much to learn and enjoy during this cycle. With Saturn in the background of your chart, you might often feel quite free of restraint. Saturn performs very well in its own sign (Capricorn). The last time Saturn moved through Capricorn was from 1988-1990.
Areas of Excitement, Innovation, Independence, and Speed
Your 2017 Aquarius Horoscope points to areas of your life that seem to speed up so that you can take some risks, innovate, and revolutionize. These areas include the following:
- Communications
- Transportation
- Neighborhood Activities
- Daily Life
- Studies and Personal Interests
In March 2011, you entered a lengthy period in which communications, learning, and connections may be unpredictable and unusual, but also inspiring and exciting. This influence is with you throughout 2017 and beyond (until March 2019). You are opening yourself up to expressing your more unique ideas. Your daily life is bound to be very colorful. Regular encounters with neighbors, relatives, and acquaintances, as well as everyday activities and business activities, are all changing quite dramatically. In addition, your basic mental attitudes are evolving. Your interests can become quite eclectic during this cycle. Studies may be erratic or part-time.
In March, August, and September, there can be some stress experienced with keeping everything going smoothly. An erratic schedule can be hard to control with strong prompts to get out and about, learn, and connect. For some, travel opportunities make it a little difficult to keep your daily affairs in order. There can also be competing interests as you're excited about many projects and pursuits and it can be challenging balancing everything you want to do. The good news through this is that you're highly motivated and engaged this year. There can also be money challenges or uncertainty about finances or business that nag at you during this periods.
However, for the most part this year, relationships with acquaintances, neighbors, students, and siblings, and learning endeavors are exciting and engaging. You may become aware of some new and especially useful information, which puts a whole new slant on your life. Since December 2016 and until November 2017, you benefit from a wonderful angle between your rulers, Uranus and Saturn, connecting you in beneficial ways with friends and groups. This influence supports your efforts to come to a better work-life balance. There can be powerful opportunities for making friendships or group connections that are alternative or both steady and stimulating.
Areas of Change, Purging, & Transformation: Spirituality, Private life, The Past, Self-Image, Attitude, Partnerships
Your 2017 Aquarius Horoscope reveals areas of life in which change and transformation take place. It's a time for "out with the old, in with the new."
Attitudes towards spirituality and the past continue to transform this year. You're doing important work concerning the purging of past attitudes and confronting inner demons. You are confronting deeply buried aspects of your psyche, as well as learning unusual things about the hidden side of your nature. With this knowledge, you are also learning to control it. Things that you've buried, such as past events that you are ashamed of, emerge and require you to handle them. Facing your ghosts honestly is required of you now and in coming years. Self-improvement efforts can be tremendous.
There may be some challenges, particularly in March and August, when past issues can crop up and disrupt your plans or studies. Center yourself as much as possible and cut out those activities that are only serving to stress you out. Avoid taking on too much.
In 2017, the Moon's Nodes and eclipse activity continue to affect your intimacy and resources sectors until May, pointing to a real need to share yourself with others in effective, empowering ways. However, this theme is ending in 2017, and February's eclipse gives the final push to handle these matters by taking definitive action. February's eclipse is an income, values, and personal resources eclipse. There may be an important beginning or culmination.
A new theme emerges this year that involves the evolution of your personality and your partnerships in 2017. Your definitions of "me" and "you" are transforming. Issues of personal courage, confidence, and independence come to the fore. Personal appearance, your body, and your image become especially important. For some, marriage or divorce will be an issue. For most, carving out a personal identity that includes a significant other who furthers their own personal growth will come into strong focus. Particularly around the eclipses in February and August, you'll be discovering where you stand when it comes to partnerships (February and August) and independence (August especially).
The North Node in your partnership sector from May forward reinforces this theme. You are called upon to face up to your needs and desires to partner effectively.
You are pushed towards better balancing and understanding of your needs for independence and for partnership this year.
See also: Aquarius 2017 Yearly Horoscope
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Something amazing happened on Feb 5, 2017. It was the night of one of the biggest sporting events in the world – the Super Bowl. It didn't break viewership records, but it deserved to. Before this game, no team had come back from being down by more than 10 points to win a Super Bowl.
On this historic day, the Patriots came back from a 25-point deficit to win the most unlikely high-stakes game ever. ESPN tweeted a probability graph of the game. There was a 0.2% probability of the Patriots winning with 21 minutes left to go. In simple terms: it wasn't supposed to happen. And, yet, it did! Not to mention in overtime. And that had never happened either. As investors, we need to pay attention to these lessons and learn from them.
Don't Wait. Build a Solid Process.
Bill Belichick and his very experienced coaching staff have a solid process and they prepare well for these situations. It's not by chance that they've won two of the last three Super Bowls. If you go back in time to when Belichick took over as head coach, you'll find that his team featured in the championship game seven times in the last 17 years, winning five of them. In percentage terms, it would equate to being in one of the most popular "finals" 40% of the time. That can't be attributed to individual brilliance, but instead a successful methodology. It's not hard to see why Tom Brady has outshone everyone else and why he deserves every bit of it. It is, however, disappointing not to see an equal amount of coverage of the process of winning. Consistent performance is almost always about process.
Now, that's not how it works with most individual investors. They often end up waiting for the right time or a moment of inspiration instead of designing a process of investing that suits their needs. There is too much focus on short-term goals and very little objective planning. Defining a process is even more important for dividend investors as they are looking for a locked-in income from their portfolio. Dividends can't be left to chance. They need to be captured using an effective strategy. To research stocks based on ex-dividend dates: click here.
Further reading: Dividend Capture Strategy: The Best Guide on the Web.
Focus on Underlying Fundamentals in Times of Crisis
It has been a distracting and challenging year for Tom Brady and team because of deflategate and all the surrounding media hoopla. After losing multiple appeals, he decided to accept the suspension instead of dragging the whole team through the ordeal of a Supreme Court challenge. Similarly, when the Patriots were down and almost out, they dug deep and stuck to their fundamentals: an airtight passing game. Even when time was against them, they patiently worked with machine-like precision instead of trying to execute some wild strategy their team wasn't designed for. It must have been a tough decision to execute a slower pace for assured progress when there was a mountain of deficit to climb.
Individual investors, on the other hand, too often give in to the distractions of tweets and trends. Let's face it: Human beings are designed to pay attention to their surroundings and be social. It's hard not to get swayed by the unabating political conversations on the way to work and the constant news notifications on our phones. It takes great resolve and deep-rooted fundamentals to ignore the Brexits of the world and refocus on the underlying assumptions driving the valuation cycle.
Further reading: Click here to visit Dividend Investing Ideas center to build knowledge on topics ranging from terrorism to dividend ETFs, plus strategies used by investors like Warren Buffet and Kevin O'Leary.
Practice Your Exit Game
If you held on to the "Patriots stock" when it smashed into the ground and sat there hoping for a comeback that the game had never seen in its 50-year Super Bowl history, it would've been a poor decision. The arguments above were not intended to make you believe in contrarian investment strategies.
Let's return to the ESPN probability graph.
It's hard to make the case for a "hold" decision when the probability of success hits close to zero. In fact, only speculators are left in the game at that stage. There is indeed a promising exit lesson to be learned here. Like professional sports, investors have to face ugly losses. They may stem from poor strategy or imperfect research or just bad luck. It takes practice and a lot of self-awareness to build an exit strategy that helps you in these situations.
There's a simple way to test how good your exit strategy is: If you feel a sense of strong disappointment after exiting a position, either because you feel you could have cut your losses sooner or clocked in more profits, then you need to refine your strategy. It's not just about building emotional awareness, but also about defining a set of metrics that work for you. Those metrics could be related to business cycles or ratios like P/E or technicals like RSI. The idea is to clearly define what success or failure means for you instead of leaving it open-ended. An exit situation can come unannounced on a Tuesday afternoon when you are out for your free Starbucks refill. While a tall pike coffee might help, even better would be to re-assess those metrics.
Watch: How Investors Can Conquer Their Fears When the Market Gets Rocky.
The Bottom Line
Crisis happens. Luck runs out. We make poor decisions. None of that is unavoidable. No investor is isolated from uncomfortable situations. Building the right hedges in your portfolio is important, but it's equally important to design a process that can help you deal with a storm.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (Jan. 16, 2019) – Sponsoring organizations for the 2019 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) are now being sought by the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) Child Nutrition programs. Eligible sponsors include public or governmental agencies, private, nonprofit residential summer camps and private, non-profit organizations.
The program provides nutritious meals at no charge to children during the summer, when school is not in session. The focus is on children from needy areas who participate in summer educational or recreational programs and for eligible children enrolled in summer camps. Children age 18 and under may receive meals through SFSP. A person 19 years of age and over who has a mental or physical disability (as determined by a state or local educational agency) and who participates during the school year in a public or private non-profit school program (established for the mentally or physically disabled) is also eligible to receive meals.
Needy areas are defined as those in which half of the children are eligible for free- and reduced-price meals in school. Eligibility may also be determined by census information or individual eligibility of children. Financial assistance is given to approved sponsors to assist with the cost of obtaining, preparing and serving food under the program, including administrative costs.
Many Oklahoma communities do not have a summer food service program sponsor, an issue Joy Hofmeister, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, would like to address.
"It is imperative that eligible children have access to no-cost, healthy meals throughout the summer months to ensure a continuum of nutrition and learning," she said. "Sponsors are critical to the success of the Summer Food Service Program. We are grateful for our returning sponsors and encourage new sponsors to join us in combatting hunger and the so-called 'summer slide' so that when children return to school in August, they do so healthy and ready to learn."
To become a SFSP sponsor and to learn more about the required upcoming trainings, contact Dee Houston at (405) 522-4943, (405) 420-9367, or email@example.com.
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at:
http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; fax: (202) 690-7442; or email: email@example.com.