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A few weeks ago we had our annual Cousins Camp; a family reunion-style gathering dedicated to the cousins in the family. The evening of the camp, just before the opening ceremony, I was asked to take some photos of the group and individual families. I remember taking this photo of my wife and kids with a quiet lump in my throat. The lump was part love and part longing. I adore my family, my tribe, but I also wanted my little boy to be in this photo, too.
I shared this photo with my wife (and another photo with me in it) and she said, "I love these … but they feel incomplete. Our family photos will always feel incomplete." I knew exactly what my dear wife was saying. Together, our hearts sank a little on the outside, and a lot on the inside.
This grief journey has been most surprising. I was recently in a room where a man described how he used to teach others how to deal with hard things. He was a motivational speaker who had read a great many books on life and how to master it. He had all the right soundbites arranged in the perfect order – like chairs to a royal wedding. By all accounts, he had mastered the craft of publically motivating others through toils of life. For everything he seemed to have a bold answer. Yet, there he sat, sobbing and trembling over a personal catastrophe – which hardship was significant. My heart went out to him and I prayed in my heart that his back would be made strong so that he might carry his burdens with ease. I cared about his sorrows and felt great empathy for him.
This wasn't the first time I have heard an expert lament that to talk about a thing and experience it are two entirely different things. It occurred to me that evening, with great clarity, that all of the soundbites, books, motivational talks, and seminars will never teach us what experience teaches us. I'm grateful, however much it pains me at times, that our Father knows this and allows us to grow by experience.
There are other aspects of my grief journey that have surprised me. For example, I never imagined there would come a day I wouldn't weep. For a little over two years I wept every single day. Every single one. For two years it felt like an elephant was standing on my chest and breathing was difficult. To my surprise, at least for now, I feel like my grief has evolved. I weep – but not every day. I still think about little Mitch – a thousand and one times a day. But I don't always weep. Maybe this is just a phase and the hard stuff will return – but I don't think so. What was once painful agony has turned into deep longing – there is still a measure of agony … but it isn't what it used to be. I miss little Mitch in ways that are difficult to describe. I miss his humor, sweetness and love. I yearn for his company in a most curious way – and I hope to describe it one day.
Other surprises along this grief journey have been to see how some people can be so callused and uncaring, while others are vile and seem to foam at the mouth as they share their own hate toward me and my family. They seem to go out of their way to try and hurt us; but we ignore them – for with each effort they grow ever smaller and weaker.
So this year's Cousin's Camp theme "Have Courage & Be Kind" seems especially fitting. I will not shrink by the smallness of others. I'll keep writing of my little boy because I love him and miss him deeply. I'll try to help others become aware of DMD and its fatal outcomes. I'll always look heavenward. I may stumble from time-to-time, I will always look up. And though I am human … riddled with weakness and prone to mistakes … I love my Father and all of his children try to see everyone as He sees them.
Most of all, I love these 4 people and 1 little boy … a little boy who is waiting somewhere in that place beyond the hills. I yearn to be there with him – but it is my duty as husband and father to help my family get there. When my son first died, part of me wanted to die; to escape a suffering I never imagined would be so dark and deep. Nothing was so alluring as those dark woods and that eternal sleep.
But death and reunion can wait – for there is a work to do before I die, when the hour will draw too late. And when that time comes I hope to see my Brother and my Son. I will fall to my knees, eyes bathed in tears, and hope my work was done.


text: Peter Stutchbury is recognised for his innovative approach to sustainability and design. Time spent living in the desert country of western NSW during his formative years, allowed him to develop a deep appreciation of the Australian landscape and its sustainability. As principal of Peter Stutchbury Architecture he has practiced independently since 1981 producing a wide variety of work, and his practice has won an unprecedented number of Australian Institute of Architects Awards for public, commercial and residential buildings. Projects have been published and acclaimed internationally. He was winner of the International 'Living Steel' competition for extreme climate housing in Cherepovets, Russia, he held the Catedra (Chair) Luis Barragán in Mexico and has been a tutor on McKay-Lyons Ghost Studio in Canada. The book 'Under the Edge' on the work of Peter Stutchbury, originally published by the Architecture Foundation Australia, has now been republished by Thames and Hudson. Peter Stutchbury was awarded the Australian Institute of Architects Gold Medal in 2015, and received an Honorary International Fellowship of the Royal Institute of British Architects in 2016. He is a Professor at the University of Newcastle Australia, and is one of the principle 'masters' on the Architecture Foundation Australia master classes.

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Joe Panik capped a three-run ninth inning with a two-out, two-strike, two-RBI single Tuesday night, rallying the San Francisco Giants to a 4-3 win over the visiting Atlanta Braves.
After right-hander Julio Teheran had made his fourth straight solid start, the Braves took a 3-1 lead into the last of the ninth. Atlanta got within one out of a win before Kevin Pillar stroked a single to score Brandon Crawford, getting the Giants within one.
After Pillar stole second and took third on Pablo Sandoval's pinch-hit, infield single, Mac Williamson pinch-ran for Sandoval and also stole second, putting the potential tying and winning runs in scoring position.
That's when Panik, with a full count, poked a pitch from Luke Jackson (2-1) into right field, easily scoring the two baserunners for the walk-off win.
Jackson is now 6-for-10 on save chances this season.
Trevor Gott (2-0) got credit for the win after pitching a scoreless top of the ninth.
Nick Markakis, Brian McCann and Freddie Freeman drove in runs for the Braves, who were seeking their fifth straight win on the road.
Giants rookie Shaun Anderson kept his team in the game early on, but he couldn't match pitches with the red-hot Teheran.
The veteran limited the Giants to three hits and one run in 5 2/3 innings. He walked three and struck out six.
After going 2-4 with a 5.35 ERA through the month of April, Teheran has allowed just two runs and a total of 10 hits in four May starts, going 1-0.
His ERA has dropped to 3.67.
After Markakis doubled home Dansby Swanson in the top of the first, the Giants got their only run off Teheran in the last of the inning on a two-out, RBI double by Evan Longoria.
McCann's RBI in the sixth came on a sacrifice fly off Giants reliever Reyes Moronta, who relieved Anderson with two on and no outs in the tie game.
Rookie Austin Riley's fly ball advanced Josh Donaldson to third base before McCann delivered the man from third.
Anderson was charged with two runs on eight hits in five-plus innings. He struck out three and did not walk a batter.
Freeman's RBI single off Sam Dyson increase the Atlanta lead in the seventh, giving the Braves' bullpen a two-run cushion, which wasn't enough.
Panik and Buster Posey finished with two hits each for the Giants, who collected four hits in the ninth inning after having had just five in the first eight innings.
Markakis, Swanson, Donaldson and Ronald Acuna Jr. had two hits apiece for Atlanta, which won the series opener 4-1 on Monday night.
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My Shine
Childish Gambino
Runnin' through the moment as the sun goes down
And all i ever wanted was to hear that sound
I stunt hard, i make it work, yeah
I make it work, yeah, i make it work, who
I live large, i make it work, yeah
I make it work, yeah
[verse 1]
Childish gambino, lame niggas never heard of it
Sick boi is the crew, fuck these niggas with a dirty dick
When these mothafuckas gonna understand i'm serious?
I'm hard in the paint, like i fuck her on her period
James dean swag, leather jacket, white t-shirt
Rolled up sleeves, nigga lookin' like a greaser
Word is born, baby my dictionary's in labor
Listen to the culdesac and know that was an ultimatum man
Why nobody wanna admit they like me just a little bit?
Won't be on the freshmen list, guess i'll just keep spittin' shit
Never be the rapper with $600 shades
No iced-out chain, rod lavers all day
I was hopin' they would see me just for me, dope rhymer
They do me like my first house, no co-signer
See you usin' qualifiers, you don't even know
"i guess he good for a rapper who on a tv show"
Even though, i was rappin' back when lance had chemo, ho
Even flow, pearl jammin' niggas can't leave me alone
I keep a bone for these girls who liked me back when green was low
Feel me, though, dvr my thoughts and make your tivo grow
Runnin' through the moment as the sun goes down (starlight, starlight)
And all i ever wanted was to hear that sound (all night, all night)
But it's all for you to prove it, keep on movin', keep on usin'
My shine, my shine, my shine
Ooh, take me higher
[verse 2]
Gambeezy make it work somethin', let me check the syntax
Don't add an eezy to my name, 'cause it has never been that
Aladdin on you fuckers, prince of the game from street rat
Dudes fall off, too steep like tea bags
Steady movin', don't worry about where i'mma be
Cause i'mma be on these tracks like indie girls on amelie
Honesty, i'm rappin' 'bout everything i go through
Everything i'm sayin', i'm super sayin' like goku
Fuck nerdcore, fuck backpack
Fuck rap cool, i make cool rap
I make music for wack blacks to blast back
In fact, i swear the track i lie on's my last track


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Ultras is an app I designed to show soccer scores from around the world. Users can view soccer matches, by league and date, league tables, and match information. It is still in development.
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I developed the app in C#/XAML to run on Windows 10. It uses APIs to pull in soccer information.


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Africa Hope Fund Board members Leslie Leggio and Steve Kuhn want you to see the spectacular Zambian sunsets along the South Luangwa River. You'll hate to leave when you've been served delicious appetizers and the beverage of your choice while watching the sun set.
But the adventure is just beginning. Nocturnal animals are beginning to stretch and yawn and think about the night's activities. Our spotters and guides will find the smallest eyeballs possible hiding in foliage as our Land Rover passes by. What will it be? A flap-necked chameleon? Here's the little guy we saw. You can barely see his yellow eye hiding behind a leaf.
Each twist and turn along the dirt roads in the national park could reveal a stalking leopard, an antisocial civet, or the elusive aardvark. Night or day, the game drive and walks teach us to really look and observe and not just watch the scenery go past as we would at home.
Safari on the River (www.safariontheriver.com) gives you a taste of Zambia and a chance to bid on an exotic, adventurous and, believe it or not, pampered African safari. Tickets are going fast. Buy yours today and join us at Juluka Landing on the Sacramento River on Sunday, September 26, 2018. You can pretend you're in Africa for an evening where we'll transform a spot in Sacramento into a taste of the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. Shop in our marketplace where we've handpicked truly unique Zambian goods, or join in the lively auction that helps us educate the youth and protect Zambia's wildlife.
Written by Patricia Cole
An Africa Hope Fund board member for 7 years, Pat is a writer and a conservation activist. After traveling to Zambia, she became dedicated to helping Africa Hope Fund provide education to the next generation of Africans and ensure their future by protecting wildlife. Find Patricia on Facebook and Twitter, or on her websites www.writepatwrite.com and www.patmcole.com.
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Exploring Tasmania's Precious Tarkine Region
Despite coinciding with one of Tasmania's worst ever flood events, my first visit to the 'Island State' has left me hungry for more adventures in what is truly an incredibly beautiful and wild place.
Tasmania is home to some of the most authentic wilderness on earth, with large expanses in the west of the state largely untouched. The Tarkine region in the north west of the state epitomises this wildness. It's home to ancient rain forests and an array of unique plant and animal species.
It is in this region that many believe the legendary Tasmanian Tiger (Thylacine) still exists, despite it being tragically hunted to extinction in the 1900s. Driving across the Tarkine and getting a feel for the true enormity of the region, it was hard not to imagine this famous creature still surviving in some remote valley out of sight.
Unfortunately the Tarkine is coming under increasing threat from mining, development, logging, as well as ongoing impacts from climate change. It is distressing to think more iconic species may go the way of the Tasmanian Tiger.
All up despite some horrendous weather our two weeks in Tasmania were brilliant and I can't recommend the place enough. The opportunities for hiking, kayaking, fishing and numerous other outdoor adventures are absolutely world class.
To quote one of Australia's leading environmental activists Bob Brown when speaking about the famous Tarkine region, "Visit it, drive around it, take a cruise on the Pieman river, just go there and you will come away wanting to do something for it".
Written by Joe Park, a THISWORLDEXISTS Ambassador. See more of Joe's adventures on Instagram: @j.park16


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How to make your Home Driveways Clean with simple & easy steps?
The driveway is the essential part of any home which is connected to the entry area. Whoever would visit your home, it would leave a great impact on them. It's necessary to keep driveway clean as much as we can. Despite busy schedules, we might be unable to look upon each area of the home, but it's our responsibility to pay some attention to its cleaning and refurbishment. Do you know clean driveway would increase the appearance of your landscaping? You can check the most captivating driveway ideas for your home improvement.
Spilled oil and grease marks get fix on the driveways, and for immediate removal, we opt power washer. It's true, a pressure washer would help to get over with all kind of marks but we always think is there any alternative to get rid of grime and dust particles? When we park our cars, thick layers of grime with tyres also get permanent on the driveways which is difficult to remove. In this blog, we have gathered few steps for cleaning driveways instead of a power washer. We assure that you don't have to scrub driveways anymore.
Use Sawdust
Have you ever used sawdust? If not, then you are not required to do something extra with this just sprinkle sawdust on driveway wherever you find grease marks and leave it that for some time from 12 to 24 hours. It will absorb grease to some extent and after then just wash the driveway. If you see light grease marks are still there, then apply this method twice.
Regular Cleaning
If you will do daily cleaning, then stains would be in low quantity because all marks would be already cleaned regularly and we don't have to pay extra time for scrubbing them. If you can do regular cleaning, then make it habit of cleaning at least every 2-3 days. Although there are numerous ways to clean driveway but I get to know one thing from driveway, where regular cleaning of driveways is in a routine. You would get different experts for driveways who will guide you how often you should clean within a week? Being house wife, it's quite feasible for me to get done with driveways cleaning in just a few minutes.
Filling Cracks
If driveway has cracks, then fill them immediately because dust and debris would get stuck into it and layers of grime will be difficult to remove. You have to close all the possible ways that are allowing dirt to run down through these cracks.
Use Washing Soda
You just have to mix the 2 ounces of washing soda with hot water. Sprinkle the water on the driveway and leave it for few minutes. Use garden hose sprayer for washing the driveway. You would get crystal clear driveway in just a few minutes.
These are all the cleaning methods of driveways that can implement for all kind of driveways. Experts for Block Paving always suggest cleaning with a power washer, but I guess with regular cleaning, and above mentioned steps, we don't have to spend the whole day in just scrubbing driveways.


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text: 5 Questions for Thabiso Pule In his new multimedia performance, choreographer Thabiso Pule concerns himself with changes in Johannesburg's ecosystem. He says: "Our environment has been the victim of all sorts of attacks." Thabiso Pule © Goethe-Institut/Thami Manekehla Your multimedia performance piece, which you are performing at GoetheonMain as part of the Dance Umbrella festival program, deals with man-made alterations of the ecosystem in Johannesburg. Or, in other words, with pollution, dirt, congestion and littering. Where does your interest in this subject matter stem from? TP: I remember during my school years I used to watch Captain Planet (an ecological cartoon). (laughs) He was a guy saving the planet and I always wanted to be like him. You did a residency with Livearts in New York City in 2014, where you developed your performance piece What the hell happened to this place? and performed it on the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. Please tell us more about the development of this piece. TP: The residency was funded by Suitcase Funds, a division of New York Livearts in partnership with the Movement Research Festival. I and my longtime partner Thami Hector Manekehla were invited by them to come to New York for a residency. This performance piece was developed a long time ago. I say to people: 'An artist is like a baby; a very curious creature to deal with.' (laughs). I was curious about other places (cities) when traveling abroad, and I started thinking about similarities and differences between Johannesburg and other cities. Johannesburg was so filthy and it is not a place to dwell or conduct business. From that curiosity evolved a love for the natural environment. Most city dwellers in the countries I visited use bicycles. My interest began in 2008, while I was traveling around the world, discovering different cities and how they used advanced technology to clean up and take care of their cities. Paris used to be a bad place a long time ago; but today, you see trees, lakes and parks wherever you go. The air is fresh and there are quite a few electric cars. In Geneva, Switzerland, the fresh air really struck me. In Amsterdam, there were more bicycles than in New York, while both cities have designated bicycle roads. I don't understand why the South African Department of Environmental Affairs does not push environmental policies more actively and support initiatives that focus on environmental programs that are visible to the public! That's why I developed three projects: Can do it (2011) in collaboration with two dancers, Thami Hector Manekehla and Sifiso Seleme. This was supported by the Goethe-Institut in South Africa. The second project is the Greenway Festival in Soweto; for which we still require funding. And thirdly, What the hell happened to this place??, a two-part series which includes elements of dance, performance, and multimedia installation which will be shown at GoetheonMain on 28 February and 1st March 2015. The second phase of this project is a documentary film, inspired by fracking in the Karoo. You were born and raised in Johannesburg. How does Johannesburg compare with New York City in your experience, in terms of ecological awareness and quality of living in the city centre? TP: I guess our policies are not the same as the governments are not the same. That is why I can't compare the two, because of different factors, economy etc… but New York's structure is better in terms of infrastructure, parks and technology. Their education focuses on environmental campaigns such as city camping in a protected environment such as botanical gardens. Private households collect and recycle trash separately, from paper to bottles to cans. In Soweto we have mine dumps and small parks in the city. Our democracy is still in its infancy after 21 years. There are also other factors, such as education, where we still trail behind in subjects such as math and science. You are very passionate about raising awareness about threats to the ecosystem in big cities, and especially in your native Johannesburg. Do you think it should be made a higher priority on municipal, provincial or even national government level, and how can the individual person contribute to this discussion? TP: First I think not only the government, but everyone should start contributing. We could start by changing laws so that environmental pollution becomes a legal offence. Furthermore, the implementation of environmental studies at lower primary to tertiary levels in schools could be explored and eco-ambassadors could be appointed at schools. Such ambassadors would be key change agents to get the process going. The Department of Environmental Affairs needs to do their job! Individuals need to practice simple things in their households, such as recycling, collecting trash separately, reusing items and also consuming less electricity. I would like to see more events that center around environmental impact. This is what I call 'Eco entertainment'. What can the audience expect when they come to see What the hell happened to this place?? at GoetheonMain? TP: I am taking the audience on a journey, consisting of three elements: Firstly, there will be a performance, secondly, visuals of green city living will be displayed, and lastly, the audience is invited to visualise a performer as a doctor trying to save the world. I would like for the audience to go home and start implementing and practicing being greener citizens. Thabiso Heccius Pule, born in Soweto and based in Johannesburg, is a dancer and choreographer. Through his performance work, he aims to bring public awareness to the challenges of global warming and its side effects. His multimedia performance piece, What the Hell happened to this Place??, supported by the Goethe-Institut in South Africa, was part of the Dance Umbrella Festival 2015 programme.


text: In this chapter, we investigate the effects of facial prominence cues, in terms of gestures, when synthesized on animated talking heads. In the first study a speech intelligibility experiment is conducted, where speech quality is acoustically degraded, then the speech is presented to 12 subjects through a lip synchronized talking head carrying head-nods and eyebrow raising gestures. The experiment shows that perceiving visual prominence as gestures, synchronized with the auditory prominence, significantly increases speech intelligibility compared to when these gestures are randomly added to speech. We also present a study examining the perception of the behavior of the talking heads when gestures are added at pitch movements. Using eye-gaze tracking technology and questionnaires for 10 moderately hearing impaired subjects, the results of the gaze data show that users look at the face in a similar fashion to when they look at a natural face when gestures are coupled with pitch movements opposed to when the face carries no gestures. From the questionnaires, the results also show that these gestures significantly increase the naturalness and helpfulness of the talking head.


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Continuing Education Seminar with Bryan Clontz
Bryan Clontz, Ph.D., CFP, CLU, ChFC, CAP, AEP, RICP and CBP, is a veteran of the community foundation world. He specializes in noncash asset receipt and liquidation, gift annuity reinsurance brokerage, gift annuity risk management consulting, emergency assistance funds and life insurance appraisals/audits. His seminar topics will cover "Creative Charitable Planning with Non-Cash Assets" and "Top 10 Charitable Trends Every Advisor Should Know in 2018."
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- CLE: 3.6 hours
- CPE: 3.5 hours
- CFP: 3.5 hours
- CTFA: 3.75 hours


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Andrew Little out for six weeks as Rangers' injury list grows
Rangers' Andrew Little will be out for anything up to six weeks after limping off at the start of the Old Firm match.
Rangers' Andrew Little will be out for anything up to six weeks after limping off at the start of his dream debut for the club.
Little was thrown on as Walter Smith struggled for fit players ahead of the first Old Firm derby of the season, but the manager was soon presented with another injury problem as the debutant signalled to the bench in the first minute.
"The first ball they played from the kick-off was a diagonal one right down my throat," Little told the Rangers website.
"Zheng Zhi came across and I sprinted to head it and felt a really bad spasm in my hamstring."
"In my head all I wanted to do was get on with the game but I was also thinking, 'Did that just happen to me?'"
Little was moved into attack, as Smith attempted to reshuffle his already stretched side in the hectic opening moments of the match.
"It was one of those things where I hoped it was just a bit of cramp," said Little. "But I had a similar problem six weeks before so I knew what it was."
Little is also ruled out of Northern Ireland's World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic – with the same injury which kept him out of the last squad.
"It's very hard to take, especially as it is our last World Cup qualifier," he said.
"It's devastating but hopefully I have shown the manager what I can do and that there will be more opportunities with Northern Ireland as well."
Fellow Ranger Steven Naismith was forced to pull out of the Scotland squad yesterday with a knock he picked up in the Celtic match.


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Fortunately, there are some simple ways you can help your child find fun and learn a little something at the same time. From picking up a musical instrument to doing a science experiment with common household items, there are tons of things for kids to do when the weather won't cooperate.
Keep them active
One of the best things about the kids being able to play outside is the fact that they get in a workout while they're having fun, which keeps them healthy and helps to tire them out a little. When their energy levels go up indoors with no way to release it, trouble is bound to follow. Help your kids work out some of that pent-up energy by finding fun dance tutorials on YouTube, pushing back the living room furniture, and having a dance-off. If you have time, you might show them your favorite moves from high school! This is also a great way for you to release stress and have a little bonding time with the little ones, meaning you get to practice self-care and keep them entertained at the same time.
Allow them to choose an instrument
Playing an instrument has many benefits for kids, from helping them boost their math skills to keeping them social in a group setting, such as playing in the school band. Playing an instrument also a great way to help your child stay entertained during bad weather because it doesn't necessarily require electricity. What better time to get in some extra practice than when it's raining outside? If you do plan to get your child started with music, it's important to find the right instrument. Many kids start in the woodwinds section since there are so many different types to choose from; the saxophone and clarinet are great instruments to start with. And even if your child is just starting out with an instrument, online instruction can easily be found when the weather is uncooperative.
Get creative
Allowing your kids to get creative is a great way to help them find a calm, relaxing activity that you can do with them. Art therapy is a wonderful tool for people of all ages, because it reduces stress, anxiety, and the symptoms of depression and other mood disorders. Look online for drawing tutorials, such as this one, and gather some fun tools like glitter pens, colored pencils, watercolors, and colored paper. Offer them an opportunity to think outside the box too. You never know what they might come up with.
Introduce them to science
Kids of all ages love science experiments; they're a great way to merge creativity with real-life skills they may already be talking about in school, which can certainly help ease any worry you may have about helping them boost their grades. You likely already have several ingredients at home for an experiment or two, or you can use toys and other small household items to show your little ones how to use science in everyday activities. Check out Earth Science Jr. for some great ideas.
Finding fun, educational ways to help your kids pass the hours on a rainy afternoon doesn't have to be stressful; in fact, it can be fun for everyone. Whether you want to join in or just need a few minutes to yourself, these ideas are great for those days when everyone is stuck indoors.
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Students interested in a career in mortuary science are invited to apply for the Christian Chambers Mortuary Science Scholarship Award. Established by The Outlook Group in 2013, the scholarship honors one of the finest directors in funeral service. Christian Chambers has served his chosen profession with distinction for over 22 years. Through 2033, a scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded annually in Chambers' honor to a deserving student in a mortuary science program accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education.
The 2014 Christian Chambers Mortuary Science Scholarship was awarded to Emily Hattab. Emily attends Ivy Tech Community College (Indianapolis, IN) where she aspires to obtain an Associate of Applied Science degree.
The Outlook Group will announce the recipient of the 2015 Christian Chambers Mortuary Science Scholarship Award in August of 2015. In order to be considered for this award, all applicants must submit their application & supporting documentation by June 30, 2015.
For more information about the scholarship, please visit: www.theoutlookgroup.com/chambersscholarship/
2015 Christian Chambers Mortuary Science Scholarship press release
About The Outlook Group
The Anderson family opened their first funeral home in 1944 to provide the families in their community with the caring service they deserved. Over 40 years later, Charles W. Anderson founded The Outlook Group to offer fellow funeral home owners customized solutions for their pre-need business. Today, The Outlook Group has grown to be one of the most respected pre-need organizations in the profession.


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Restaurant La Trabla
Located in the hotel, the restaurant La Trabla open to evereyone invites you to enjoy contemporary cuisine, inventive and generous, but also the Savoyard specialties such as raclette, fondue ...
The peculiarity? Our homemade pasta!
Composed of 3 rooms our restaurant welcomes you with family, friends or group every night during the season from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
An event, a birthday? We can offer you a special menu and a cake, contact us 04 50 47 02 44.
Christmas vacation :
Two special evenings are proposed on December 24th and 31st, with a festive menu and entertainment all night long.
Our restaurant will be exceptionally open on Tuesday 25 December for lunch: special Christmas menu on reservation.
Find our menus attached.
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Doing the Rite Thing (Abzan Rites, Modern) – Stream Highlights
by SaffronOlive // Feb 11, 2018
How will a non-budget version of Abzan Rites hold up in a competitive league? Check out the stream highlights!
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5 Great Things to do in Cornwall This Easter!/
There's always lots to do on a holiday in Cornwall and during Easter there is even more to do. That's why we have compiled a list of some of our favourite things to do in Cornwall this Easter.
1. The Railway Children at the Minack Theatre
The Railway Children is a heart-warming tale of an Edwardian family whose lives are turned upside down following the mysterious disappearance of their father. Don't miss this well-loved & iconic family story performed on Cornwall's world famous stage this between April 3rd-14th. The Minack is a picturesque, one of a kind, open-air theatre and is worth a visit to see and explore even if you aren't able to see a showing of the play.
2. Easter Fun at Eden
From the 24th of March until the 15th of April Eden runs it's Easter programme including egg-hunts, games and even an obstacle course. The Eden Project also runs all it's other non-seasonal activities and is an excellent day out for the entire family. More info can be found here: www.edenproject.com
3. Enjoy the Beaches!
Perfect family fun can always be found on one of Cornwalls many glorious beaches. On your doorstep there's the beach in Mount's bay, then there's Perranuthnoe five minutes away to the east. Porthcurno and Sennen Cove lay to the West and less than 20 minutes away to the north is St Ives Bay!
Regardless of the direction you explore you'll come across a fantastic beach on which to relax, sunbathe, surf or explore.
4. Visit St. Michael's Mount
On your doorstep is an amazing and unique place to explore. An imposing sight with an amazingly rich history sits just 400 yards away from Marazion across the bay. It's an unmissable place to visit during your stay.Whilst the castle and gardens are closed until March, a visit here with a walk over to the Mount and stroll around the quaint harbour is a must.
5. Eat at Award Winning Restaurants
After a long day of exploring there is nothing better than resting and recharging whilst eating some excellent food. Luckily, Marazion plays host to several award winning restaurants that range from traditional pub food to freshly caught Cornish seafood dishes.Ben's Cornish Kitchen has previously won Regional Restaurant of the Year whilst the Godolphin Arms has won a gold standard in the Taste of South West England awards. These two are a must-visit during your stay. They create amazing dishes with locally sourced ingredients it's no wonder they've both been featured in leading national newspapers!


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Cohabitation Agreement
Unfortunately many couples living together, who are not married, believe they are living within a 'common law marriage' This term, which has no legal standing, has led to the misconception that unmarried couples living together acquire rights over each other's assets, which is not the case.
Any dispute between former cohabitees can be time consuming and expensive as the law in this area is complex. The breakdown of a relationship may leave a party worse off than they expect to be. It is important to know where you stand following the breakdown of a relationship.
It is also important to seek legal advice if you are considering living together and want to know what will happen to your assets, whether owned jointly or separately, acquired before or during the relationship, should the relationship come to an end. You will want your intentions to be clear and interests protected. It is particularly important to consider intentions in relation to the home, children, other assets and debts and what will happen if you separate.
Cohabitation agreements can assist to avoid disputes between a cohabiting couple when their relationship breaks down and we can assist in preparing this document for you.


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Student FAQs
What is Strategy?
Southwest Airlines chose to perform activities differently by offering the first no-frills flight service. Sony, on the other hand, chose to perform distinctly different activities by creating portable music with the Walkman. While communications strategy relies heavily on consumer research, it's crucial to note that strategy does not originate with consumers. In fact, when consumers were asked if they would be interested in portable music before it was reality, they overwhelmingly said no. They couldn't envision it. But the Walkman was one of the most successful product introductions ever.
What's the difference between strategy and insight?
Insight is a building block of strategy. It can be about the consumer, the brand, the competition, category or culture. Insight informs strategy. Strategy is the overall plan to communicate differently or communicate something entirely different.
HOW DO I KNOW WHEN I'VE FOUND an INSIGHT?
When you stumble on something that makes you think differently about a particular idea, you are on the right track. If it's not widely known or accepted, that's also a good sign.
how do i know if i've got the right strategy?
A good rule of thumb is that it should feel exciting but slightly scary. Risky, but also speak the truth. Differentiating, but right for the brand. There is a general sense of "all signs point to this." Another way to think about it is to use Chip and Dan Heath's acronym from the book Made To Stick: SUCCESs. Is it Simple? Unexpected? Concrete? Credible? Emotional? Is it ripe for storytelling?
what's the difference between Creative and Strategy?
Creative work is what we see and hear when we see ads. The words. The visuals.
Strategic work is what we don't see when we look at ads:
- The research on consumers and brands.
- Identifying the business problem that needs to be solved.
- Constructing a connection (between brand and consumer) in an engaging and authentic way.
- Convincing the client to take risks.
Both tracks require a LOT of creative thinking. Say and show things in an interesting way.
Both tracks require a LOT of strategic thinking. Understanding people and the brand, and connecting them.
Both tracks are at the intersection of commerce, creativity, and culture.
What are some career opportunities for creatives & strategists?
- Account Executive
- Advertising/Marketing Director (CMO)
- Promotions strategist
- Brand Manager
- Business Development
- Market Analyst
- Market Research
- UX (user experience) designer
- Community Manager/Social Media
- Art Director
- Copywriter
- Producer
- Creative Director
- Graphic Designer
- Web Designer
- Video/Film Director
- Experience Designer
- Digital Specialist
How do I know which one I am?
The short answer is...you're both. And lots of students choose to study both tracks. In fact, the most successful creatives are highly strategic and the most successful strategists are creative. But typically, you will lean more towards one or the other. One helpful way to think about it is to ask yourself how you want to spend most of your day. Which scenario is more energizing to you--writing words? Coming up with visuals? Or talking to people and thinking?
OK, it's settled. I'm a strategist. What does a typical day look like for a strategic planner in advertising?
Like everything else in advertising, there's a lot of variety. One day you might be talking to consumers. Another day you might be sharing what you learned with your client. Or writing a brief and sharing it with the creative team. You'll think a lot about how to connect with the people your clients are trying to reach. Other days will be spent reading, thinking, taking in pop culture and writing presentations...lots of them. And you'll spend quite a lot of time on a plane and sitting in airports.
how does the planning department fit within the overall agency structure? and what does the structure within a planning department look like?
Agency structure can vary quite a lot, but overall, Creative, Planning and Account Management represent the most common triumvirate. Media and Production are two other important areas, but Media is often outsourced to a separate company while Production usually falls under Creative. Digital is usually split up between Planning and Creative.
show me the money!
If you're wondering who makes what, according to this survey from 2016, check out this link: https://www.roberthalf.com/sites/default/files/Media_Root/images/tcg-pdfs/the_creative_group_2016_salary_guide.pdf
Sign me up! How do I get a job?
First you'll need an online portfolio with samples of your work. Lots of people make an online portfolio using Wordpress, Behance, Cargo Collective, Squarespace, Weebly or Wix. Some hosting platforms are free; some are not. But it's worth buying a domain name that is unique to you. It's your own little piece of internet real estate that will showcase your life's work forever.
What does a strategist's portfolio look like? I don't have any ads.
Good examples can be found here. Yes, these are graduate level, but that's the quality and the type of content you should be striving to produce : http://brandcenter.vcu.edu/people/current-students/strategy/
Right. I don't have anything like that for my portfolio. What do I do?
You can do several things. Revise work you've already done. Make sure it's ideal for online viewing (i.e., don't post term papers or work that isn't polished). Keep a blog that will show off your creative thinking and writing skills, curiosity and general empathy for human nature. Give yourself projects based on your unique interests. Document your hobbies with video. You should be thinking about your portfolio the minute you enter into the sequence. Virtually everything you do as part of your coursework should be portfolio-worthy.


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The up and coming producer, cozmoe just dropped an outstanding single titled, "Brand New Day." To me it sounds like a faster-paced progressive style with the punch of electro house, all polished off with a chill futuristic feel. Throughout the whole song an equally lush and fat bass line runs frantically underneath everything else. It does it's job, serving as the


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There is a reason for this early time. In most traditional south indian weddings, the groom ties a sacred thread around the bride's neck which is analagous to a wedding ring in Christian ceremonies. This event must take place during a pre-chosen 1.5 hour time frame decided on by both families based on the lunar calendar and our birth stars. My time frame was a reasonable 7:30AM - 9:00AM. Not too bad, but if you consider the make-up, the headress, the saree, the jewelery, and the many religious steps to be taken before the actual trying of the thread, I'm surprised I was allowed to sleep at all! Here I am in full gear ready to head down to the stage.
Flowers are a big deal in Indian weddings. I had to wear a garland made of roses and jasmine and a huge flower headress. Here's an unflattering view from the back.
The priest had informed us that I was to arrive on stage at precisely 6:30AM. I was only about an hour or so late. No biggie.
When I finally arrived on stage, my mother was preparing Vivek for the day. She adorned his eyes with kohl, and fed him some breakfast.
The next event that takes place is the "Kasi Yatra." It is a recreation of an old tradition where the groom has decided to leave on a pilgrimage to the holy city of Kasi. However, he is stopped by the father of bride and requested to return immediately to wed his daughter. I didn't need to be present for this part, but here's a photo of Vivek trying to run off on his pilgrimage. Good thing my dad brought him back.
Vivek and I saw each other again at the "Oonjal" or swing ceremony at which point he was told to hold my hand and not let go. We were both given more garlands and escorted by the audience to a decorated swing outside the marriage hall where we sat while the women around us sang songs.
Then five married women and a bachelor from my side blessed the union and warded off any bad luck.
Then we both headed back to the stage where we said more prayers. Meanwhile the sacred thread and my wedding saree were passed through the audience for everyone to see and bless.
In a symbolic gesture, I sat on my father's lap and several more prayers were spoken and the sacred thread and wedding saree were brought back to the stage. After a final blessing from Vivek, they were handed to Vivek's closest female sibling, his cousin Divya. She was to be the one who prepared me for the final events of the wedding.
A regular saree in normally 6 yards of fabric, but the wedding saree is 9 yards and worn differently. When I was being helped with that, someone mentioned that there were only 5 minutes left in the aforementioned time frame. Needless to say, everyone rushed me back to the stage. I resumed my place on my father's lap and the sacred knot was tied. Vivek tied the first two knots and Divya tied the third.
Then Vivek held my hand again, lifted me off my father's lap and we walked back to the main stage where we exchanged even more garlands.
Luckily, we didn't have to wear all those garlands for long. Then Vivek took me through the "SapthaPadhi" or seven steps leading to our new lives. We walked around the fire three times and then my uncle fitted me with toe rings. Back in the day, men were never allowed to look at women's faces. Their eyes always faced down in the presence of women. And the only way to discover a woman's marital status was to look for toe rings.
After all the religious parts of the ceremony ended, we took our first wedding meal as husband and wife.
We had a short recess after the lunch, at which point I got to remove my head gear and change into my FINAL set of clothes for the day! And it gave everyone else a little time to sleep off a really heavy meal.
Around 3pm in the afternoon, the few remaining guests which included close family and friends, gathered in the main hall for the "Nalangu." This is a traditional event where, now that they are married, the bride and groom can finally get to know each other. During the nalangu, the bride and groom perform a series of tasks by which they test each other's patience and limits, but in a fun way. For example, I had to put colored paste on Vivek's feet, but he wouldn't show them to me unless I offered something in return. Here are the results of that little contest.
I didn't let Vivek off that easy either. He had to do a little dance number to see my feet and sure enough...
Since he came through, I had to give up my feet.
Then, we had to wrangle a coconut away from each other. I was allowed to use both hands and Vivek could only use one. The contest might have been weighted in my favor, but since I have no upper-body strength to speak of, we both managed to get the other's coconut.
The Nalangu was the last part of the wedding. So much had happened over the past week, it was hard to believe my wedding had come and gone. But fortunately that wasn't the end. The next evening, we all packed up our things and headed out on the Kanyakumari Express, an overnight train which would deposit us near Vivek's hometown of Panagudi. It would be my first time there and Vivek's parents had planned a grand reception for the following Wednesday.
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Be what your clients expect you to be
I had a lovely lunch today with Wolfram and Alastair from iPilot at Jamie Oliver's new restaurant at Westfield London. Being a bit of a budding chef myself, I love Jamie's recipes; quick, easy and inexpensive - so I was really looking forward to sampling what his restaurant had to offer. Having aligned himself with Sainsbury's, Jamie has done a fantastic job at positioning himself as a wholesome, healthy family man, famed for his 'feed your family for a fiver' recipes and Jamie's School Dinners TV series. Eschewing the trend of pretentious, high end dining, Jamie is passionate about real food and his recipes are refreshingly void of impossible-to-obtain ingredients. Let's face it - we all love our Essex naked chef.
Jamie's Italian at Westfield did not disappoint. With planters overflowing with herbs, a cool minimalist feel to the furniture and quirky design features, it was everything I expected. The menu was simple, using bright contemporary colours and a modern font and a fantastic tone in the text. It was written in such a way that you could almost hear Jamie saying it - my Amazing Chicken Salad was described as 'Crispy grilled free-range chicken served with crunchy herby salad of white radish, kohlrabi, fennel and minty fregola (kinda posh couscous)'. I love how the style of the text absolutely reflects the values that we've come to expect of Jamie - passionate and serious about his food but with a playful, colloquial edge.
So what's the point? Well, through various channels of clever advertising, I'd formed my own expectations about the Jamie Oliver brand which were completely reinforced by the experience of visiting his restaurant. I went away happy (and very very full) that my visit was exactly what I'd hoped for, and ready to tell anyone who'll listen that I'd go there again. Fantastic! But imagine how I'd feel if the atmosphere at the restaurant was stuffy, the staff rude and the style pretentious. The point is that if you can give your clients what they expect, they'll go away happy and your brand (and reputation) will strengthen. Not hard really, is it? And if you need help pulling your marketing together to get the message accross to your customers - well, you have my number!


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Marketing a product to an individual consumer rather than to a business is often a very different proposition. Or is it? The growth of digital media means that there is an increasing number of channels and methods from which to choose. So how should marketers approach the task of engaging and winning customers? It's a bit like learning a dance.
Comparing B2B vs. B2C marketing
Businesses that Sell to Consumers
The challenge of B2C marketing is to build product awareness and convert browsers into buyers. As it's usually a 'low involvement' purchase, say to buy a confectionery bar, marketing campaigns must capture the consumer's interest immediately. Typically mass promotion activities like tv and press advertising are employed. In addition, special offers such as discounts or vouchers help 'activate' the purchase. The challenge is to establish an effective one-step routine.
In the online world, an email or search marketing campaign is required to get consumers to click and buy. The email or advertisement will take the consumer to a website landing page that sells the product. Purchasing must be simple and easy, as more than a couple of clicks and the customer will shop elsewhere. Do this by integrating the shopping basket and checkout page.
Businesses that Sell to Businesses
The goal of B2B marketing is also to convert prospects into customers but the purchase is usually more considered. More decision makers are usually involved and the challenge is to engage and educate the target audience and build relationships. To succeed a B2B company must generate and nurture leads over a more elongated period. A careless or quick step could mean a lost partner (or customer). The challenge is to establish an effective multi-step relationship building routine.
In the online world, an email campaign or online advertising campaign can drive prospects to a website but is less likely to achieve an immediate sale. The eventual goal should be to secure a meeting with a sales representative to discuss the customer's businesses requirements in more detail and guide him, her or them to completion of the sale. By providing information about the products and services, benefits, features, possibly pricing, and contact information the customer will reassure and win trust. Conceiving marketing activity as one of several steps in a longer, integrated, multi-step campaign that includes awareness and relationship building via direct mail, newsletters, video promotion, webinars, virtual exhibitions, conferences or live events and social media such as Twitter or Linked In will be more likely to persuade.
Marketing Inspiration
While there are differences in B2B vs. B2C marketing, the principles about engaging and building customer relationships remain the same. At the outset understand the customer journey from the customer's point of view. Understand the sources of information and the selection criteria that the customer uses. Understand the triggers and barriers to building awareness and relationships, through to the sale. At each step along the journey, consider how the experience that your brand delivers is different or better than your competitors. And if it isn't different and better, then work out improvements.
If you are a B2B marketer learn how to dance the marketing 2 or 3 step. If you are a B2C marketer while you may have mastered a 1 step routine, a 2 or 3 step routine may enhance your ability to build stronger customer relationships. Determine the right messages, media and timing to intervene and attract and engage customers at each step on the journey. In so doing you will be better able to invest your resources where they really make a difference.
Give us a call to find out more about our marketing consultancy services can help you understand your customer's journey and put together a marketing routine that really make a difference to your business.
Additional reading
1. 10 winning digital marketing strategies – why it helps to think like a gamekeeper, The Marketing Directors
2. How B2B customers search for tech solutions, Tenfold.com


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It's your lucky day. Actually, it's your DOUBLE lucky day...because you have a heads up penny INSIDE of a horseshoe....and a flower on top for good measure. Yes, it's a challenge for me to cut the penny to fit the horseshoe just right, but they come out so cute, it's worth the work.
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In the roofing industry, you get what you pay for. If you take the cheap route, your roof will look like an artwork done by a three-year-old. On the other hand, the expensive route may put your bank account in the red. You would ideally need something in between. This is where we come into the picture. Our well-mannered, experienced, and high-qualified staff can have your home or office covered by a roof that will last a lifetime without creating a dent in your bank account.
So, you can forget the inevitable toll on your wallet. In this day and age of poor quality roofing, our staff will build or repair your roof like a tank without attaching a high price tag to it.
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No job is too trivial or too big for us. Also, we don't believe in sugarcoating things. Your needs will be completely assessed from top to bottom by our well-trained craftsmen to resourcefully perform the job at hand. Our dedicated team has years to experience in the roofing business.Basically, you can expect roof repair, installation, maintenance, and everything else in between under the same hood by availing our services. Furthermore, you can hire us for a one-off roofing activity, or for the long haul.
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Researchers from Schillerhoehe Hospital trained 4 dogs, 2 German shepherds, an Australian shepherd and a labrador to detect lung cancer by sniffing samples of patients' breath.
The study included 60 lung cancer patients, 50 with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a non-cancerous narrowing of the airways of the lungs and 110 healthy people as a control group.
All the participants breathed into a fleece-filled tube. The dogs were then offered a sniff of the tubes and told to sit when they detected the particular smell of lung cancer, as they had been trained to do.
The findings published in the European Respiratory Journal, indicate that sniffer dogs managed to detect 71% of lung cancer cases without being distracted by chemicals associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or smoking.
The researchers suggest that their findings confirm the presence of a stable marker for lung cancer in patients' breath.
However, scientists believe that further studies are needed before the use of trained dogs as diagnostic aides.
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Everything you need to plan your visit and make the most of your time at the Gallery.
Find out what you can see and do at the Gallery in Ottawa, and where the collection is on view worldwide.
Explore one of the most extraordinary collections of art from across Canada and around the world.
The Gallery's Library and Archives offers exceptional resources for scholars, staff and visitors.
Shibuya Ryukichi, Ginza Photomontage, n.d, épreuve à la gélatine argentique, 18,1 x 30,1 cm. Yokohama Museum of Art
Mariette Rousseau-Vermette, Vol de nuit (detail) , Kreindler and Kreindler, New York, 1969, oil pastel, wool on paper, 38 x 47 cm. Private collection. © Estate of Mariette Rousseau-Vermette. Photo: NGC
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Wedding season is near and it's time to whip your bride tribe into shape so they can fit into that amazing strapless number you've had your eyes on. Typically in a perfect world, your besties would agree to whatever you have in store for them to wear because it is your wedding. That's awesome if you have a great group of gals that will support you, and not say a word about how much they hate that dress you picked. But as for the rest of us who have a group of strong, sophisticated, and opinionated group of women, you will quickly find out how hard it is to actually agree on a style of the same dress, let alone the same color! Don't get us wrong, opinions are good, but after seven different appointments in almost every single bridal salon in town, we're sure you'll be done listening to what everyone has to say. So we put together a little guide to help your tribe shop for the perfect dresses.
Consider the Budget
Unless you're offering to pay for all the dresses, you need to consider what everyone is willing to cough up. Ask your girls how much they are willing to spend and search for dresses in that range. Be mindful of each persons financial situation because being someones bridesmaid could really add up. Don't forget its not only a dress but they're also buying shoes, jewelry, and salon services. After all they are making these expenses for your big day, so ease up a bit on your tribe and be practical because most likely they will only wear it once.
Timing is Everything
It usually takes about 2-3 months after you buy a dress for orders to arrive, then about another 6 weeks for alterations. Not to mention all the time you're going to spend actually searching for a gown. Everyone has to take time off of their busy schedules to make gown fittings.. Give yourself and your girls ample time to start looking for gowns so you and your tribe won't be stressed at the last minute.
Individual Style and Shape
Each gal has their own personal style and body shape. Try to choose dresses that you think will look flattering on everyone. You definitely want your tribe to feel comfortable and confident in what they're wearing because it will show in our wedding photos. Something you might want to consider is getting on board the mismatched bridesmaids trend. This could literally solve all your problems, hallelujah to whoever created this trend!
Search Before You Shop
This is probably one of the top items you've done extensive research on just like everything else for your wedding. Start a group text or email thread with your tribe and bounce ideas off of each other. Send photos of your favorite finds and see what they think. That way, they have somewhat of an idea of what style you're going for and will make finding their dresses a little easier.
Color Palette
Keep your wedding color palette in mind when searching for the perfect dress. You probably don't want dresses that are no where near your color scheme. Then try to figure out if you want your tribe to wear the same color or take a walk on the wild side and pick different shades of the same hue. Or you can be even bolder and pick prints instead of a solid color. Either way, don't forget to look at the big picture and make sure everything looks good together.
One Size Up
Once you've all decided on a dress and ready to order have your girls get measured by a professional seamstress who can advise on what size to order. Remember it's always easier to order a size up and make alterations than getting a dress too small and adding fabric.
Ready to Order
When all decisions are final and your bride tribe has finally found their dresses to strut their stuff down the aisle in, here's a few things to remind them about;
If all bridesmaids are getting the same dress or the same color, try to order the dresses on the same day so they're from the same dye lot. Meaning all the dresses will come out in the same shade instead of slightly offset from each other if ordered on different days.
Mark their calendars of when dresses are ready for pick up, and make appointments for fittings and alterations. This could be on their own time if they have busy schedules. Hence, getting a head start on dress shopping because alterations could take a while.
Its always best to give your besties a timeline so none of them are scrambling around last minute. Make sure everyone is prepared and pampered. After all, there's nothing better than being surrounded by your favorite people looking fierce and fabulous on your wedding day.
Happy hunting!
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WASHINGTON November 4, 2014 — Super Tuesday is upon us and the country waits with bated breath for the results of a momentous election. Tomorrow, after all, could see a fundamental shift of power in Washington if the Polls hold true. Washington could be seeing red on Wednesday morning.
With all that bluster and bravado aside, we are already looking past the looming midterms to the big show, the 2016 Presidential Elections. Tomorrow of course has far reaching implications for those races, and for the remainder of President Obama's term, but who will be the next president of the United States is a question which weighs heavily on all of us.
When we consider who we would want to vote for, and who is currently in the running to take the throne, a few names come to mind. For the Democrats, it would seem as though Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden are the top contenders, with Gov. Martin O'Malley vying for spotlight in the wings. For the Republicans, Gov. Chris Christie and former Gov. Jeb Bush are in the mix to lead the stampede into the White House.
Therein lies the problem. When we look back at how our country got to where it is today, with debt, war, weak foreign policy, weakened economy, supplanted global position, and we see who it was that lead us here, it is the same people we see on the ballot.
If we look at the two major contenders for the 2016 Presidential Election, we see Hillary Clinton and Jeb Bush.
Hillary Clinton, former senator from New York, former Secretary of State, and former first lady of the United States. Wife to Bill Clinton, the president who presided over one of the largest economic expansions in American history. But where are her accomplishments? She is an incredible politician, an able practitioner of the American political game, but she is not a leader. To many, she represents the ideological mindset shared by those in power who have led us to our current situation.
In fact, she was part of that leadership with a very high level of involvement. Yet she will run on her ability as a leader to address the problems that she helped create.
Jeb Bush is more of the same. He represents the brand of Republicanism in American politics which believes that the best way to limit the power of a vast and overreaching federal government is to implement various policies using that vast and overreaching federal government.
Just like his brother, George W. Bush, Jeb would most likely attempt to fix this nations problem of too much government with more government. Yet he will run on his ability and willingness to address the problems that those like him helped to create.
When it comes down to it, those who are the top contenders, those who are taken seriously for the presidential run, represent a grave problem with our political system. Those who were responsible for the problems we are currently facing seek to hold office based on their alleged ability to address those problems. Six years after President Bush and fourteen after President Clinton and we are facing a potential 2016 Presidential race with the theme "Bush v. Clinton."
All over the country races are more of the same, the political life blood of the United States is a stagnant pool, never moving and collecting disease and decay. New faces attempting to get in on the game are shunned or shamed, learned and energetic individuals with grand ideas are cast aside for candidates with the more experienced hand, or the more recognizable name. It comes as no shock, and it is no revelation to anyone, but it is not about electing the person with the best ideas, but electing the person deemed the most electable.
In Florida for example, the governor's race is a dead heat between the former governor, and the present governor. Could no new blood be introduced to this contest? Are we doomed as a country to be presented mediocre, politically savvy candidates over those individuals who would actually govern the best given the job?
The United States was never meant to have royalty, or ruling families, yet a even a cursory look at our history would show that such a concept has never truly been upheld, only flaunted and paid token tribute.
We are on the precipice of a Presidential Election which is to be contested between the son and brother of former presidents, and the wife of another. We have seen every year, every election cycle that those who promise to make changes only succeed in stealing your dollar and your vote. And every election cycle we see those same people pleading for another chance to go back to Washington and give them hell.
When does it end?
When do the doctors, and engineers, and teachers help lead this country? When do those who have a hand in the rise and fall of this country actually have a chance to make a difference? All that we started here in the United States, a land of free, enterprising people with a healthy fear of government and a willingness to not abide tyrants and oppressive political ideology.
Yet here we stand, at the brink of the midterms, and on the footsteps of the next presidential election, seemingly with no other options to choose from except the devils we know.
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Revealed: These 17 qualities are the biggest turn-offs in new relationships
Matching sexual appetites in a long-term relationship can be a complicated thing to achieve and can vary greatly from couple to couple, but new research has identified the top 17 areas of contention.
"Bad sex" was a concern for women, while "low libido" was what men rated poorly. Top characteristics that kill the chemistry for both sexes are "dishevelled", "lazy" or "needy", above all other considerations.
But these change depending on whether a person is looking for a short-term fling or a long-term commitment, according to a study by social scientists at Western Sydney University.
The research compiled six studies covering 6,500 people. Responses showed that for a quick sexual encounter, only "smells bad" and "has poor hygiene" were deal-breakers for making people think twice.
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1. "Dishevelled or unclean appearance": 71pc of women, 63pc of men
2. "Lazy": 72pc of women, 60pc of men
3. "Too needy": 69pc of women, 57pc of men
4. "No sense of humour": 58pc of women, 50pc of men
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7. "Lacking self-confidence": 47pc of women, 33pc of men
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10. "Stubborn": 34pc of women, 32pc of men
11. "Talks too much": 20pc of women, 26pc of men
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13. "Blunt": 17pc of women, 11pc of men
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15. "Has kids": 12pc of women, 14pc of men
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17. "Not athletic": 6pc of women, 7pc of men
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Upon entering The Slanted Door, wonderful smells saturate the air. While the chef and owner, Charles Phan, is originally of Chinese descent, his time growing up in Vietnam most heavily influences his menu. Nicknamed for being "the inventor of modern Vietnamese cuisine", his dishes are inspired by Vietnamese street food with heavy Bay Area influences. His menu is much more selective than that which you would typically find at a Vietnamese restaurant. Additionally, the wine list and dessert options are emphasized here. The most memorable part of my meal was actually the peanut butter crumble ice cream. House-made peanut butter is the base of this freshly made ice cream, which gives it a contrastingly sticky and creamy consistency.
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Russell has been volunteering with the Personal Telco Project since 2005, currently its President. He is very interested in getting user-owned telecommunications infrastructure deployed in Portland and for everyone everywhere, generally, as an essential tool for Freedom and economy.
Russell is active in the Portland Linux/Unix Group (PLUG) as well, adopting Linux pretty much exclusively, starting in late 1992. Professionally, Russell is a Programmer/Scientific Data Analyst with experience managing, summarizing and analyzing data from large exposure assessment projects.
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This weekend saw the ever popular TEDx Conferences descend upon Nottingham. TED talks are known for their stimulating dialogue and often serendipitous results; with Nottingham's own being no different.
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TEDx Nottingham comprised of several local speakers, which varied from Lecturers, Teachers, CEO's and well known faces such as Social-Media-Guru Phil Campbell. Although amongst them were both national and international speakers, all speaking under the events theme of "The Hidden Heroes".
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This is a competing revision of R01 AT006464-01;the original proposal was a response to RFA AT-10-001, Translational Tools for Clinical Studies of CAM Interventions. The original proposal consists of a randomized, controlled trial of meditation and yoga compared with an attention control group in stressed but otherwise healthy subjects. The central hypothesis of the original application is that changes in psychological variables will be linked to changes in genomic expression profiles and neuroendocrine and pro-inflammatory biomarkers. This revision 1) expands the biochemical outcome variables assessed and 2) includes neuroimaging outcome measures. Adding these outcome measurements will leverage the existing protocol to expand our investigation of translational tools to the allostatic load and neuroimaging realms. First, this revision proposes to include the entire battery of measures to assess allostatic load, in order to provide a more rigorous and meaningful way to assess the effect of yoga and meditation on psychosocial and physical stress. The additional allostatic load composite measure will help determine which genomic changes may be associated with decreased morbidity and mortality, an immediately meaningful association with implications for the effect of the relaxation response on stress and potential effects on health care costs. Second, this revision proposes to include neuroimaging to assess two neural biomarkers of stress reduction that are associated with participation in meditation-based stress reduction programs. The revision hypothesizes that one of these neural biomarkers (effective connectivity) will be differentially impacted by yoga and meditation, while the other (change in amygdala gray matter structure) will be common to both. The investigators have worked with NCCAM to refine and optimize the original proposed protocol in response to NCCAM input;during this time the project has been on clinical hold. The protocol is finalized, IRB approval was granted on January 31, 2011, and the clinical hold is expected to be released by NCCAM on July 15, 2011. Importantly, no grant funds for subject recruitment, data collection, or interventio provision have yet been spent. The resulting delay in starting recruitment allows for the combination of the genomic expression, self-report and biochemical measurements included in the original proposal with the neuroimaging and allostatic load measures included in this proposed revision. The original project proposed to enroll 210 participants over 3.5 years;50 of these participants will have been enrolled by April 1, 2012 (the proposed start date of this revision);160 individuals will be available to participate in the neuroimaging protocol. The full array of allostatic measures will be collected on all 210 participants, as collection of these measures does not incur any additional costs;we are primarily requesting funds for analysis of the allostatic load metrics and for the collection and analysis of the neuroimaging data.
Mind body interventions such as meditation and yoga are well-known to reduce the symptoms of chronic stress and enhance reported well-being. The proposed study will provide novel information on the use of psychological, biochemical, neuroimaging and genomic outcome measures for mind body interventions. This information will be important for the determination of the most reliable, accurate and cost-effective outcome measures in future mind body medicine research protocols. This will strengthen the quality and validity of future research studies of mind body interventions-which are both efficacious and cost-effective-for preventing and treating illness and promoting wellness.
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