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Bonnie Randall, a paranormal romance author, stops by to talk about male victims of sexual abuse in conjuction with her new book, Within The Summit's Shadow. Sexual abuse of men is much harder to talk about societally because there's no "cool trendy thing" around it if you're a guy. Bonnie is a social worker in child protections, dealing with abuse and addiction on a regular basis. She knows how dark it is out there and has a unique view on the topic. Hopefully we can raise a little awareness and help her book.
You didn't really think it only happens to females, did you?
I won't tell you the details and spoil my own novel, but I will say this: women haven't cornered the market on #metoo . Men—boys—get victimized too, yet males are socialized to stay stoic and silent. Sometimes even encouraged to rewrite their own histories, to claim that they liked the experience.
As in: "C'mon. You secretly wanted it—didn't you?"
Where have we heard that before?
That's right. It isn't just gals who get their backs slapped by some no-minds who want them to believe they actually wanted their body to be used like a play toy. Seems to me we, as human beings, have such an inner moratorium on sexual violence that we seem to like to file through our internal rolodex of reasons why rape can't possibly be rape.
We're cowards that way.
Sexual violation is an earthly version of Hell for its victims—all its victims—and not every man who's been victimized turns out to be a studly alpha such as Christian Grey, the oversexed hero who still casts quite a wide-reaching (and profoundly perplexing) spell over a whole lot of women who otherwise call themselves 'modern' and 'liberated'. <squints> My experience (not as a writer, but instead as a counselor for more than 25 years), tells me that most male vics don't turn out to be d*ck-swinging romeos. On the contrary—most become sullen and scared and uncertain how to build normal relationships. They are confused and alone and self-medicate because it hurts: so booze, dope, work, gambling, and—ironically, perversely—sometimes sex become their solace. Then there are others, like my character, Andrew Gavin, who bury themselves in even more trauma by diving into first responder careers because misery and turbulence are states they are used to.
A detective who's seen a lot of gore and has secrets he just cannot tell, Andrew isn't just prickly on the outside. Internally, he carries a companion only he can see: The Dead Boy, a sewer-made mass of shadows, a delusion that taunts him and goads him to just pick up his sidearm. To feel all of it…and then none of it, anymore.
Andrew is my testimony to all the traumatic stories that have been my privilege (and heartache) to hear in all the years I've counseled people on the front line. It is the experience of all of these people who never chose to be broken—and who are both female and male—who not only inspired this novel, but also its dedication:
To anyone, anywhere, who has ever said "Don't! Stop!"
#HimToo. It's a thing.


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Dance Scholarships & Work-Study Programs
At Salsa Secrets, we believe that everyone is welcome in our dance community. We want to do what we can to bring dance to those who may need financial assistance. Scholarship and work-study awards are determined on an individual basis. The following application must be completed in full for consideration. If chosen as a scholarship or work-study recipient, you will be notified by email within 2 weeks.
Work-Study involves an exchange of services for dance classes. Generally, 2 hours per week of work gives you access to 2 classes per week. We are open to many types of assistance, so if you have a specific skill set, you think we could benefit from, please let us know!

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We need afternoon help!
Chick-fil-A of Lake Travis | $12 - $15/hour based on experience and availability
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Chick-fil-A of Lake Travis is seeking high-energy, joyful people to join our team in ALL positions! We have recently been remodeled and we're adding to our growing team. We are looking for Full-Time (and a few Part-Time) Team Members and Leaders in the following positions:
- Leadership positions for front-of-house operations
- Hospitality and Front-of-House Professionals (Open to Close)
- Catering/Delivery Assistant (Flexibility is a must!)
- Evening Kitchen & Production Staff (2pm to Close)
- Overnight Closing & Prep Crew (10pm to 6am)
We are located in the beautiful Lake Travis area near the intersection of Hwy 71 and RR 620 South. You can find us here:
At Chick-fil-A of Lake Travis we focus on being faithful stewards of everything that has been entrusted to us, and having a positive impact on all who come in contact with Chick-fil-A. Our guests come first, and we take care of our team!
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We serve our guests Monday - Saturday from 6:00am - 10:00pm. We are ALWAYS closed on Sundays, on Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. We are looking for a variety of schedules to be filled by talented people who are eager to serve!
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* We Are Locally Owned- Each Chick-fil-A is individually owned and operated... making it more than a job. It's a family of people committed to working hard together and having fun.
* We Offer Competitive Pay- We pay well, recognizing your hard work, with Full-Time positions starting at $11-15/hr. (Previous experience and additional responsibilities performed may be taken into consideration.) Along with a competitive paycheck, benefits, and employee meals, thrive in a nurturing environment where you will learn valuable business and people skills.
* We're Closed on Sundays- We are excited to brag about #NoMoreSundays! All Chick-fil-A Restaurants are closed on Sundays so you can have a day off to spend with family and friends.
* We offer College Scholarships- At Chick-fil-A, we believe everyone deserves an education. We offer $2,500 Scholarships to employees who qualify.
What is the dress code? Team members must wear CFA-provided slacks and shirt, black belt, all black non-slip shoes, and have good hygiene. Employees may also wear Chick-fil-A approved sweaters or coats.
Employees must have reliable transportation.
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- Modeling a 'customers-first' attitude at all times
- Ensuring customers are waited on quickly, efficiently and in a pleasant manner
- Ability to work on a team in a fast-paced environment
- Cash handling functions
- Assisting customers with their purchases
- Operating a cash register, computer
- Ensuring that unauthorized persons are not operating their assigned cash register and keeping passwords confidential
- Demonstrating a positive, helpful attitude as well as presenting professional conduct and appearance at all times
- Adhering to company policies and procedures
- Some High School experience
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Exceptional customer service and communications skills (both written and verbal)
- A positive attitude and great personal drive
- A willingness and ability to learn in a fast-paced retail sales environment
- Availability to work on weekends (Saturdays only)
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The New Zealand pork industry is reaping benefits of a dairy downturn and high beef prices.
More than half the pork products on New Zealand supermarket shelves are from meat imported from countries such as the United States and Canada.
New Zealand Pork chairman Ian Carter said as a result, the price of pork produced here was often kept static to compete with the imported product.
Mr Carter said while that could be hard, the pork industry was looking good, and was seeing benefits in other ways.
"We're in a good state - some of that is riding on the back of both of those because as the beef price goes up, obviously consumers look for an alternative product that's competitive in price.
"On top of that, we're seeing a downward pressure on our grain and some of our feed components, and that's largely because the dairy industry is in a bit of spiral downhill, and so they're not buying as much grain and feed sources that we would traditionally use.
"So we've had a little win in this window.
"We never want any other farming sector to have a downturn, but there's a slight upside for our industry from the beef industry being in a good position and the dairy industry easing."


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The American Legion's Employment & Empowerment Summit recently featured a corporate panel that answered questions about the hiring of veterans in the private sector. Here are several tips: (1) tailor your resume to match 100 percent of the qualifications for a particular job; (2) know how to translate your military skills into civilian job qualifications; (3) go after jobs that will satisfy you; (4) the details of a position and use key words in your resume that relate to it; (5) keep your resume to two pages; (6) Make sure you meet the basic qualifications of the job ? the core competencies; (7) Take the time to read your own resume and correct your errors; and (8) sell yourself. Veterans need to explain their skill sets to potential employers, then ask what job openings would best fit those skills.
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It's finally getting a bit chilly here in New York and scarfs are my best friend. Scarfs are the best way to stay fashionable comfortable during the cold weather. I love thick scarfs such as the one I have in the photo below. I got this scarf as a bargain considering the way it keeps me warm. I decided to wear this long sweater dress with the comfy scarf to seal the entire winter look. Both items kept me very warm and yet still fashionable. I hope you guys like this casual winter look and leave any comments or questions down below.
Xoxo - Micaela Verrelien
Outfit Details:
Dress- Zara
Scarf: Forever21
Boots: ALDO
Socks: Forever21
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Tristin & Scott | Married
When I read Tristin & Scott's final questionaire for their wedding day, one thing was apparant. They were very excited for their day!!! With family and friends coming from near and far, and so much attention to the details, they wanted to make sure everyone felt welcome and had a good time. I'd say their mission was accomplished!! The weather was perfect, the flowers amazing, the smiles never stopped, and the dance party was crazy!!! So much fun, and such a great day to be a part of ;)) Enjoy my favorites!!The girls all spent the night in the Penthouse Suite of Hotel Roanoke ;) Called for a rooftop photo!!Their stationary was beautiful, and they designed it themselves!!Kate Spade shoes and Peonies - The perfect combination ;)These guys were hysterical!!The girls were peeking out the window to see Dad's reaction ;) He scolded them kindly!!A penny for her shoe, and an emotional hug from her brother.Tristin!!! Stunning!!!The guys had a pretty crazy entrance, complete with a chant and a dance ;)That moment!Scott couldn't keep it together ;)The Unity Candle gave them a run for their money!!So much laughter and joy!Married!!First Dance - always one of my favorite parts ;)Scott and his Mom pulled off a surprise rendition of the wobble!!A few sunset portraits!And then....they danced ;)Venue: Sundara
Coordinator: Amy McArthur
Florist: Crystal Orchid
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My last few weeks in Lisbon and leaving our mark
I spent a lot of time working on my new business and heads down in the workspace, but I did get out my last few weeks in Lisbon. Here's what I got up to:
Mixology Class
A bunch of us joined an unofficial mixology master class at a local bar called 4 Caravelas. A Remote Year favorite, the owners Marcus and Tania are absolute gems and taught us how to make some of their award-winning cocktails on one of the best party streets in Lisbon.
We did speed competitions, one-armed, and blindfolded partner face-offs. It was an absolute blast!
We spent an awful lot of time here the rest of the month because of that sweet, sweet RY half price discount.
4 Caravelas definitely has a special place my heart, and Atlas made sure to leave our mark.
Olive Oil tasting
It wasn't my favorite event, but it was super interesting to learn about one of the main major exports of Portugal: their incredible olive oil. It was strange because we basically were just taking straight shots of olive oil to the face, but there were some great flavors, though. Different kinds of olives, basil, fruit infused, chili, on and on. Can't complain about the company, either.
Techstars Startup Weekend Lisbon
Definitely the most notable and unforgettable experience was when I decided to attend Startup Weekend. Techstars is a very well-known startup accelerator based in the US and they founded Startup Weekend, a 54-hour group event dedicated to learning how to create a real company from the ground up.
Participants get to meet world-class mentors and investors who are there to guide you and your team from idea to the business plan through your live pitch at Demo Night. I rubbed elbows with some really incredible people and local entrepreneurs.
It was a ton of work and I probably wouldn't do it again unless I had an idea I was passionate about, but I am so proud to say my team and I won 2nd place! My team leader plans to continue pursuing the business and I wish him all the luck in the world.
Lisbon Under the Stars
One of my favorite nights was this live art show we saw in the Igreja do Carmo. It's famous in Lisbon because it was destroyed in the 1755 disasters and the roof collapsed. It remains without a roof to this day and is a very popular tourist attraction.
After dark dozens of LED projectors were set up to play a gorgeous visual art show telling the story of Lisbon's history using the stone walls of the church as a canvas.
Every inch was saturated with incredible imagery and captivated the few hundred of us inside. It was one of the most beautiful things I think I've ever seen in my entire life.
Trip to Porto
I rounded off my month in Lisbon by leaving the city altogether and took a day trip up to Porto. It was a beautiful city, but I felt like it was exactly like Lisbon. I probably wasn't there long enough to make a fair judgement call, but first pass walking around it felt like a more tourist-y version of Lisbon.
We walked around the main square, had lunch by the river, and explored the city on foot.
On to Valencia
I've been in Valencia for almost a week, so I'll have some updates soon. So far the vibe is way different than Lisbon and I'm totally loving it!


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The Public Spending Code:
C. Implementation and Post-Implementation
Periodic Evaluation/Post-Project Review
Document Update Log
The importance of active management, regular reporting and monitoring and the use of performance indicators was outlined in Public Spending Code Document C-01 Management. Active management allows a sponsoring agency to assess whether a capital project is on schedule and within budget. For capital grant schemes and current programmes a regular analysis of performance indicators should give the sponsoring agency and sanctioning authority a good idea of whether an intervention is achieving its objectives or not.
In addition to the active management and regular analysis of performance indicators there is a need for periodic evaluations of areas of expenditure. This requirement is there because:
– regular monitoring of performance indicators needs to be supplemented with a more in-depth study to assess efficiency and/or effectiveness
– an independent review of efficiency, effectiveness and continued relevance is sometimes needed
– the outcomes of the intervention will not occur for some time and a different approach to measuring effectiveness is required
– the scale of the investment/intervention justifies an in-depth evaluation
For capital projects the benefits will not be seen until the project has been completed. The project has by then exited the active management stage. All large capital projects and a proportion of other capital projects have to be subjected to a post-project review to see if the predicted benefits of the project were realised. Post-project reviews should be undertaken once sufficient time has elapsed to allow the project to be properly evaluated with sufficient evidence of the flow of benefits/costs from it. There are two separate focuses of review – (i) project outturn and (ii) appraisal and management procedures. The second element can be done after project completion as it involves reviewing administrative and management procedures. The timing of the first element will depend on the nature of the project i.e. the period required to observe the expected benefits. This period should be no longer than one third of the timeframe used in the Appraisal. The detailed appraisal provides the base against which the outturn review is made. The aim of a review of project outturn is to determine whether:
– the basis on which a project was undertaken proved correct;
– the expected benefits and outcomes materialised;
– the planned outcomes were the appropriate responses to actual public needs;
– the appraisal and management procedures adopted were satisfactory;
– conclusions can be drawn which are applicable to other projects; to the ongoing use of the asset; or to associated policies.
Post-project reviews for capital grant schemes and for current expenditure programmes may also be needed particularly where evaluations were not undertaken when the schemes were active or if the benefits would not be apparent for some time. Post-implementation reviews reveal if the type of intervention chosen is effective and efficient and informs future decision making.
The Value for Money and Policy Review process aims to subject some significant portion of an organization's expenditure to an in-depth review every year. There are also more focused reviews that may not examine all of the evaluation questions posed by a VFMPR. (See Public Spending Code Document C-04 Reviewing and Assessing Expenditure Programmes).
Note: The monitoring, management, evaluation or review of discrete areas of expenditure should incorporate the relevant administrative expenditure associated.
Evaluations and the Annual Estimates and Budgetary Timetable
Whether evaluations are undertaken as part of the VFMPR initiative, with a full set of terms of references or focused on a targeted subset of evaluation questions e.g. effectiveness or efficiency they should be completed within a reasonable period (6-9mths for full set of terms of reference and much less for more focused evaluations). They should be scheduled so that their findings are available for the forthcoming budgetary cycle.
From 2012 the budgetary process is moving to a 'Whole of Year' timetable. Oireachtas Committees will feed their views into the process starting in the spring of each year. It is expected that by the Autumn of each year Committees will be informed by the VFM reviews generated on an ongoing basis by Departments.
It is important therefore that Departments target the completion of their evaluations for the Autumn of each year at the latest so that the findings can inform opinions and decisions, in Departments, in the Committees and in the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform at the earliest opportunity. Failure to adhere to this schedule seriously undermines the value of the evaluation work. To give Departments their best chance of meeting this timetable significant new evaluations should begin in the Autumn/early Winter.
Mandatory Evaluation/Post-Project Review Requirements
- Capital Grant Schemes with an annual value in excess of €30m and of five years or more duration to be subject to prior and mid-term evaluation at the beginning and mid-point of each five year cycle or as may be agreed with the Department of Public Expenditure & Reform.
- All Capital Projects costing > €20m[1] are to be subject of a post-project review
- At least 5% of other capital projects should be reviewed
- The VFMPR process obliges Departments to carry out a minimum numbers of VFMs. This varies depending on the size of the Department. See Public Spending Code Document C-04 – Reviewing and Assessing Expenditure Programmes.
Additional Evaluation/Post-Project Review Requirements
Departments and agencies should not restrict themselves to the mandatory evaluation or post-project review requirements. From time to time it may be apparent that while not mandatory, an area of expenditure would benefit from a more in-depth review based on the picture the performance indicators paint or maybe because the performance indicators are not as informative as originally thought.
Communicating lessons learned
As with all parts of the Public Spending Code any significant lessons should be translated into changes in the Sponsoring Agency's practices and communicated within the organization and to the sanctioning authority so that it can apply any general lessons learned to this Code or to supplementary information.
Responsibility for Evaluation/Review
It is the responsibility of the Sponsoring Agency to carry out the evaluations or post project reviews. Those conducting reviews and evaluations should not be the same people as conducted the appraisal or managed the implementation. VFM & Policy Reviews have specific requirements regarding Steering Committees and independent chairpersons.
[1] As the threshold for post-project review has been reduced from €30m to €20m, DPER will consider on a case by case basis whether projects costing between €20m and €30m and appraised when the previous threshold figure applied, will require a post-project review.


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LA-based singer and song writer, Diva, creates uninhibited "inter-dimensional" music that fulfils a deep reflection on our existence. Taking ahold of her own production, she tweaks the lines between neo-pop and R&B, with strong elements of spirituality expressed within her lyrics. Diva is a leading artist on Peanut Butter Wolf's newest imprint Circle Star Records and has just released her latest 10-track album Divinity In Thee.
We chat to Diva about her latest album, the collaborations we can expect between her and her 20 month-old daughter, and what her name means to her. Ayla Dhyani writes.
You've just dropped Divinity In Thee. Tell us what the record means to you.
The main theme of this record is recognising our own divinity and the potential for paradise here on planet earth. That we are limitless inter-dimensional beings and that life is magic. That we have infinite access to the greatest force in the universe and all manifest existence and that is love. An expansion of utopian consciousness.
How does the name 'Diva' resonate with you?
Diva is the name my parents gave me. There were times in my life growing up that I didn't totally relate to it or understand the name. But now I feel it is such a synchronistic title. It means goddess!
You grew up in a fairly musical household. Did your upbringing influence your style significantly?
My upbringing made me fall in love with music very early in life. I thoroughly felt the magic of musical experience at an age when I was so open. I was definitely exposed to lots of interesting sounds as a child and then in my adolescence, I got heavily into punk culture which was also influenced by my family. Now I've expanded beyond that and am interested in lots of music that wasn't part of my upbringing like jazz, pop, new age, etc. I also grew up in a very atheist household and have found this journey to spiritual dimensions on my own, which started through personal astral experiences that I grew to understand later in life. My father has always been an open-minded person, though, and supportive of all creative exploration. So I think that has weaved its way into many aspects of my own expression.
How did you originally get into producing?
That's a funny question to me because I've always been a songwriter since I was a kid. The production side just came as a natural progression when I started making music completely on my own without any other band members or anything. But I never really saw the producer role as separate from the songwriting role. It always comes up now though with people constantly asking if I produce my own music. Yes I do! I started on a 4 track years ago then to an 8 track and now I mostly use Ableton.
How do you find the LA community responds to your music?
I feel a great support and love from my community here in Los Angeles. I am so grateful for all the blessed beings I get to share this city with. So many true angels exploring the depths of humanity here with me.
If you could collaborate with anyone, who would it be and why?
My daughter, Love. She is 20 months old now and we like to jam together already. I would love to see a musical relationship continue to grow between us! She is my favourite person to do most things with because her response to the world is so pure.
What moves you?
This has been an important theme for me lately. As a mother, sometimes I feel that my feelings and emotions can get suppressed or postponed… definitely channelled differently than they used to be. Something more like a subterranean river than a freely flowing waterfall under the sun. It's important for me to find ways for this river to emerge. Some solitude and a sincere voice usually open the gateways. The new Weyes Blood EP has helped! Essentially I am moved by anything that reminds my soul of its true nature. Things that help me to resonate within mysterious and veiled planes.


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looking a wee bit back a few months. so many shows i've shot, and haven't posted much from them at all. always a happy surprise when i find a set that i've completely forgotten about—usually when i've gone to more than one or two shows on a weekend. that's not many, compared to what i was shooting a couple of years ago.
got to the los angeles bombs' cinco de mayo show a bit early, and was able to shoot a few cars with few distractions and all alone. got this one in a seemingly empty lot.
clouds in the sky are similar to what's out there now. a bit of sprinkly stuff here and there...same as that day.
time winding down till my dad gets his date with destiny. one more test—an angiogram—then they'll decide what they want to do to him. hoping they can go up his leg, and not have to fillet him to get to his heart.
i'll be working monday, then taking off the balance of the week to get him to his appointment and back home again. they tell him it will be an outpatient thing. i don't know about you, but if i was getting a camera up my veins, i'd say give me the good stuff, and keep me overnight, if not a few days.
so i'll pack a bag for a few days' worth of clothes. should bring a pillow for the uncomfortable chair that converts into a 'bed.' going to wear stretchy pants, no point in being uncomfortable sitting on my ass all day, on my day off, right?
thinking about going to one of the toy drives going on tomorrow. no, not first thing in the morning...don't think i can do that...better half probably can't go, and i haven't been out for a while, so i'm not sure i can actually carry my tripod and camera or pull the bag out of the car. maybe if i go later in the morning, i won't feel so sore and stiff, and i'll be ok. mostly just ignore the aches in my joints. still a few weeks until a see a doc about that, so i just cope and ignore.


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Green Coffee Provides Better Protection against Toxins than Vitamin C
There are parts of coffee beans that aren't used to make coffee. This is primarily the outside shell, or silverskin. Typically this part of the coffee bean is discarded or infrequently used as a cleaner. When it is discarded, it creates toxic byproducts that are harmful to the environment.
Researchers have been looking for ways to reuse and recycle those coffee byproducts and turn them into something usable. Through extensive study, they have found powerful antioxidant properties within these green coffee bean components.
The Findings
What they were able to discover is that coffee silverskin and coffee grounds contain extremely potent antioxidants. They actually compared its antioxidant properties up against a conventional antioxidant, Vitamin C. What they found out is that green coffee bean components can be as much as 500 times more effective at eliminating toxins than Vitamin C. That is quite the revelation for the industry and one that is sure to have far-reaching effects.
Now it's not all good news, as these components of the coffee bean are actually a little too powerful. They would kill beneficial bacteria as well as harmful bacteria, which can result in stomach infections and other health problems. Our bodies actually need a number of bacteria within our intestinal walls and in other digestive areas. But the coffee's silverskin destroys that. So before it can be used to fight toxins, this part of the green coffee bean needs to be reworked and broken down into something useful.
The time when parts of a green coffee bean are no longer discarded but used as medicine is still in the future. A lot of work has to be done on this byproduct to make it a feasible medication or supplement. At its current state it is simply too powerful and would do more harm than good but the potential it has is incredible.
What Can Be Gained Now
It is not all bad doom and gloom for those who want to enjoy the toxin-fighting benefits right now. Thankfully, not all of that anti-toxin power is sitting solely within the coffee bean's silverskin. Coffee grounds actually contain a lot of those antioxidant capabilities already. When they are turned into coffee, some of that potency is lost, but that is really a good thing. You see, once the grounds are diluted, their effect on beneficial bacteria is diluted as well. So coffee can still be used to fight toxins far more effectively than pretty much anything else, and it won't have much effect on the good bacteria that your body needs to maintain its health.
How This Affects Dieting and Weight Loss
Fighting toxins in your body is not just an ideal way to stave off infection and disease. It also boosts your body's ability to burn fat, gain muscle and become fitter. That's because many toxins hold back your body's natural abilities. But if you can get rid of those toxins, you can get your body on track and make sure it is able to do what it was designed to do.
People who buy green coffee are more likely to have an easier time getting fit and keeping weight off. It is not just because the caffeine gives them extra energy to burn, but also because they are keeping infections and toxins out of their body. A healthier body is more energized and can do more. It also works like it should and is able to get rid of fat quickly and convert sugar and carbohydrates into usable energy instead of hoarding them up and turning them into fatty cells.
Now simply drinking coffee won't give you the best results. You need to combine a balanced diet and physical exercise after you buy green coffee. That's how you are going to most effectively lose weight and keep it off, achieving the body you always wanted. There is also danger in drinking too much coffee. The caffeine can have some adverse effects if you take in too much, so you will want to drink in moderation after you buy green coffee. A couple cups a day can make a huge difference in how your body fights infection and loses weight. Until researchers can do more with the other coffee components, this is the best way to enjoy the antioxidant properties of the green coffee bean. So what are you waiting for?


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Why Codinu?
Codinu was featured on Naperville Community Television (NCTV17).
CEO Sakina Fakhruddin sits down with Liz Spencer to discuss her passion for coding and her vision for Codinu. Watch her interview below.
Daddy Daughter Codeathon
Our Very First Daddy Daughter Code-a-thon was held on 22nd February, 2019 at Codinu (in partnership with Naperville Park District). This event gave young girls and their fathers or father-figures an opportunity to connect over a computer coding and robotics session along with a fun-filled evening with food, music and tech-centric activities.


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NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Chevron Corp. CVX, -1.03% Friday reported third-quarter earnings of $3.6 billion, or $1.64 a share, up from a year-ago profit of $3.2 billion, or $1.51 a share. The latest results included two months of operations from the former Unocal operations, while last year's period included a gain of $500 million, or 23 cents a share, related to asset sales. Sales and other operating revenue reached $53.38 billion in the latest three months, up from $39.61 billion in the same period a year earlier. The average estimate of analysts polled by Thomson First Call for a profit of $1.91 a share in the September period on revenue of $55.48 billion. The company said the adverse impact of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita more than offset the positive earnings contributions of the former Unocal operations. Chevron estimates the storms reduced its crude oil and natural gas production by about 90,000 barrels of oil-equivalent per day in the quarter. This translated to an earnings reduction of roughly $600 million for the quarter, the company said, and it believes the carryover impact on its fourth-quarter results will be "even more significant." The stock closed Thursday at $56.50, down 2%.
Chevron falls short due to adverse impact of hurricanes
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Soulbase Magazine
SOULBASE is an annual print publication and a written and visual art project by Annika Bielig Bussmann.
It features a collective of women who shifted their professional and personal lives to pursue a more creative life, whether through a side hustle or full-time professional career. This magazine is here to be a tangible place of inspiration in times of new beginnings. A moment to take time for yourself, and connect with fellow women who understand the belly laughing joyful moments and tummy twisting scary moments that come with making a creative shift.
Shifts and new beginnings are part of our lives. They are like a fine line, a moment marked in time.
Shifts and new beginnings always sound easy, are sometimes trendy and are universally appealing. We all desire to break out of our comfort zones and live our lives to the fullest, but making the shift is often more difficult than it seems.
Shifts and new beginnings can be planned or they can approach us out of nowhere. Sometimes, they're much bigger than we can ever imagine.
A shift is an opportunity, a possibility and the moment where we can recalibrate our compasses and point our lives in a new direction.
And a shift is a slow process, something that can affect our lives in a good but also vulnerable way, whether switching a job, switching a field, launching our own brand or moving to a new city or country. It is a long-lasting journey, with twists, turns and beauty, and throughout it, we look for a place to center and ground and connect.
What do you need the most after a shift or a new beginning? Where do you find your inspiration when your creative bucket is empty or your soul is distracted?
Most of the time, we find inspiration in books, magazines and by sharing our experiences with people who have been there and can relate to our situation.
I call it building your "soul base" back.
But sometimes we hesitate to share or feel isolated or like we don't belong. We are all looking for people who we can relate to, but that "soul base" can be hard to find.
That's why I created SOULBASE: to connect people from all over the world who need a dose of inspiration, connection, encouragement, and a place for your soul to call home.
How did this project start and who is behind this magazine?
Ten years ago, Annika Bielig Bussmann moved to Portland, Oregon from Germany with her now husband and shifted her life completely from being a nutrition coach to being a photographer, a creative and a mother. After her first son passed away in 2013 and her second son was born in 2015, she experienced more seasons of shifts and new beginnings as she adapted to motherhood and building a new career and network. Today, she is still balancing life as an expat, juggling motherhood and being a rainbow mama and working as a photographer and founder of SOULBASE
Some of the things that have always filled Annika's creative bucket are conversations with fellow artists, mothers and expats and creating a nourishing environment to collaborate with others instead of walking this journey alone.
SOULBASE was created for women who seek simplicity, open and authentic conversations, moments that nourish our creative bucket and honest inspiration to create a fulfilling life after a major shift.
This collection is for makers, for creators, for mothers and for women who want to make a shift or have shifted their lives.
It's a place where you can set aside a peaceful moment for yourself to see and read about other women just like you, to hear their insights and to be inspired by the lives they've created.
I hope that their journeys and stories will fill up your soul and give you the confidence to know that you can do it too.
Beginning Issue
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A sighting of a celebrated mathematician may not quite be the stuff of Page Six, but it seems perfect for us.
Grigory Perelman, who has shunned even the tiny amounts of fame afforded to his profession, apparently crossed paths with a Russian LiveJournal blogger with a cellphone camera on a subway in St. Petersburg, where he lives with his mother.
Mr. Perelman, or else someone who looks just like this widely-circulated head shot of him, was seen nervously fidgeting with his fingernails, which the witness said were very long. (A blogger at Global Voices found the posting.)
Mr. Perelman dropped out of sight in 2003 after announcing that he had proven the Poincaré conjecture, one of the most famous unresolved problems in mathematics.
When everything in his proof checked out, he was awarded math's nearest equivalent to the Nobel Prize last year, but he did not show up in Madrid to accept it. "I refuse," he said simply, according to one account. Neither has he sought to collect the $1 million award for the proof, although there is much controversy over who deserves the credit.
Even his profile in The Times left the reporter, Dennis Overbye, crying out in the first line: "Grisha Perelman, where are you?"


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Experience Nogales beyond the tourist zone through its vibrant culinary scene while supporting borderlands nonprofit work!
This NY Times featured tour begins with a visit to the landmark symbol of Nogales – the statues known as Monument to Benito Juarez and the Mono Bichi, followed by a short craft beer orientation and tasting at Argova Brewing Company. A dedicated stop for a mariscos taco and agua fresca at a Sonoran Sea of Cortez seafood restaurant. The tour fee includes transportation by rental van, guide, as well as a four course meal at a modern central Mexican cuisine dining venue, La Llorona. We'll also visit the historic old plaza de toros bullfighting ring. Great opportunity for craft beer enthusiasts and those passionate for Latin American cooking.


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Asparagus and Leek Lemon Pasta
Asparagus with lemon reminds me of springtime. As well as some days spring is here and the rest of the days I'm crossing my fingers and also wishing the sunlight will certainly radiate down. However every day right now, at least in my spirit, feels like SPRING! And so let's make spring food at a party!
And also, since it's springtime, I went with made this pasta meal as healthy as feasible. Yes, you could consume pasta with fit into your skinny shorts. I am living evidence! Because this made a lot of pasta– um, sufficient for a family!!– I have actually needed to consume pasta every evening for the past week. But I still had the courage to go bathing suit buying only yesterday! And it had not been awful. Guarantee.
Here's the secret to slim pasta:
Usage entire wheat pasta for some filling fiber and also protein.
Add a thin finish of goat cheese sauce = a lot more flavor, much less fat.
Let your taste sing a song of sunlight over the lemon and also asparagus.
Additionally, spread the word– CURRENTLY HIRING:
One wonderful taste-tester that will give me all the best compliments in the world when it comes to my food preparation with my fabulousness generally with who is willing to consume great deals and great deals of pasta.
A springtime night household dinner – Asparagus & Leek Lemon Penne at www.mybottomlessboyfriend.com
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1/2 pound entire grain penne
1 number slim asparagus, trim as well as dispose of bottom 2-3 inches, the rest cut right into 1-inch long items
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 leek, finishes trimmed, with light environment-friendly and white parts quartered as well as thinly cut
1 1/2 tbsps all-around flour
3/4 mug 2% milk, area temperature
1/2 tbsp freshly grated lemon enthusiasm
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Salt, to taste
Fresh-ground black pepper, to taste
4 ounces soft goat cheese.
1/4 mug fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Lemons, for garnish.
Cook the pasta according to package directions. Use a slotted spoon to place the pasta in a big bowl. Let the water return to a full boil and add the asparagus, cooking until just tender and also still brilliant environment-friendly, regarding 3 minutes. Drain pipes the asparagus as well as include it to the pasta.
At the same time, thaw the butter in a tiny saucepan over tool warmth. Ad the leek as well as saute till fragrant as well as soft, about 4 mins. Whisk in the flour until it goes away, regarding 1 minute. Add the milk, lemon passion, nutmeg, salt, and also pepper as well as allow simmer, whisking periodically till thick, concerning 4 minutes. Include the cheeses, whisking up until melted and also the sauce is smooth.
Put the sauce over the pasta and also asparagus and also toss till uniformly layered. Add a capture of fresh lemon juice if preferred as well as a garnish with lemon wedges.
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Bucktown's own The Laboratory!
Chicago Northside Mini Maker Faire
Will you survive the Zombie apocalypse? Want to master potions like Harry Potter? Then check out The Laboratory at CNS Maker Faire!The Laboratory just opened its doors in Bucktown this past March, and is run by experienced teachers Ed and Amy Kang. The mission of The Laboratory is to revolutionize how science is taught. Too often science classes focus on content through rote memorization instead of exploring how science encompasses everything. Amy and Ed want to show kids that science learning can be fun and a way for kids to express themselves. They are big proponents of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.
At The Laboratory, Amy and Ed offer a variety of classes aimed at grades K-6 with future plans for expansion. Classes combine science and art and fun! Kids learn how to make robots, potions, catapults, bath balls, and so much more. "Science with a context"…
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Estimates Global Big Data Market Will Reach $92.1B in 2026
SAN JOSE, CA--(Marketwired - Mar 30, 2016) - SiliconANGLE Media Inc.'s research team at Wikibon today released its Worldwide Big Data Market Forecast, a series of three reports forecasting the roadmap of the Big Data landscape over the next ten years. Findings from these reports will be presented by Wikibon's Chief Research Officer, Peter Burris, during his live presentation, "Turning Big Data into Digital Business," at the analyst firm's "Big Data SV" event, to be held at the Fairmont Hotel in San Jose during Strata + Hadoop World San Jose. An additional report outlining the present and future of Spark will also be published at this time.
"Big Data is reshaping the technology and global business landscape," said Burris. "It has catalyzed new businesses and spurred traditional brands to change their stripes. Wikibon's Big Data research provides a roadmap for generating the new classes of business outcomes that Big Data makes possible."
Multiple factors are spurring growth in the Big Data market. As Big Data practices mature and software improves, Wikibon believes that enterprises will be five times more likely to move from proof-of-concept to production implementation in 2016 than in 2015. Rates of investment will remain high for the next decade as new Internet-of-Things, edge tooling, and predictive application technologies move into the mainstream and fuel Big Data systems. Software solutions and public cloud are expected to solve many of the problems of Big Data usage by small and medium businesses, and will reach more broadly around the globe.
"These reports provide a single-source overview of the investments enterprises will be making in Big Data technologies and how those investments will translate into technology revenues across hardware, software, and service markets," Burris said. The series of reports is available as three separate parts, but intended to be referenced in conjunction Dof each other.
Key findings from Wikibon's Worldwide Big Data Market Forecast report series:
In addition to the Worldwide Big Data Market Forecast report series, Wikibon will publish a first-ever forecast on the Spark industry outlining how Spark is remaking the marketplace, not just in numbers, but in terms of what gets built by vendors and bought by customers.
Key findings from the Wikibon report on Spark:
Meet The Team At theCUBE's Big Data Silicon Valley Event
Wikibon's Big Data research team will be at theCUBE's 7th Big Data event at 4:30 p.m. on March 30th in the Gold Room of the San Jose Fairmont Hotel. "Big Data SV" will be an excellent opportunity to meet and greet many VIPs in the Big Data community, including Peter Burris and George Gilbert, Wikibon's Big Data analyst and one of the report's authors.
About SiliconANGLE Media
SiliconANGLE Media is revolutionizing the way content is created and shared by millions of users across thousands of technology communities. Our integrated publishing, TV, research and social data platforms combine to deliver innovative experiences for technology builders, influencers and advertisers. The SiliconANGLE team is dedicated to creating engaging digital content that delivers value for global audiences and incites action.
About Wikibon
Wikibon is the SilconANGLE Media Inc. research team covering Big Data, cloud, and infrastructure trends, companies, and market innovations. Wikibon has a global community of practitioners, technologists, and consultants dedicated to improving the adoption of technology and business systems through open-source sharing of free advisory knowledge. Coverage areas consist of mega trends disrupting IT including cloud, mobile, social, Big Data, DevOps, hyper-scale, virtualization, next-generation data centers, and the consumerization of IT.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
"Skin Trade" by Laurell K. Hamilton
June 2, 2009. After months of waiting, the day finally arrived. And as promised, Skin Trade arrived on the shelf at my local Barnes and Noble. When I had it in my hands, all was right in the world.
Am I being overly dramatic? Perhaps. But I know that I am not the only one who had the date marked on their calendar. The almost empty promotional display at B&N made that pretty obvious. Which was fairly shocking, considering all of the bad press I have been reading about this book. Of course, while reading the negative critiques it was blatantly obvious that they were all written by people with preexisting issues regarding the Anita Blake series or Laurell K. Hamilton in general.
Volume seventeen (can you believe it??) of the Vampire Hunter series begins with Anita receiving a special delivery at her office. More specifically, a severed human head in a box. Gruesome, but not the worst thing she has ever seen. The post mark indicates that it was sent from Las Vegas, so she wastes no time in contacting the Vegas authorities. Upon doing so, she learns that the severed head is related to the brutal slaying of one of Nevada's finest. At the murder scene a message was written on the wall in the victim's blood; "Tell Anita Blake I'll be waiting for her."
She also learns that the murder wasn't an isolated incident. Nor is the suspected murderer unfamiliar. It is Vitorro, a master vampire from Anita's past. Needless to say, she hops the nearest flight west, and dives right into the thick of the investigation. Much to the chagrin of the local law enforcement. And with her old buddy Ted Forrester in tow, along with the rest of the crew from Obsidian Butterfly. We are also reintroduced to the weretigers we met in Blood Noir, as well as the rest of the Vegas clan.
One of the most surprising elements of this installment is that all of Anita's lovers are practically nonexistent. Neither Micha nor Nathanial get a single line. Jason is regaled to a single scene in one of the early chapters. Jean Claude only gets face time via phone calls, and Richard is referred to only once. There is none of the focus on the triumnuvate that is usually so prevalent. And there are only two graphic sex scenes. It is almost as if Hamilton's writing style has taken a trip back in time, as this edition more closely resembles the first six or so books in the series; the books that so endeared so many to the Anita Blake series.
While reading this book , I tried to find something about it that was offensive enough or writing of such poor quality to that it would justify any of the hateful things I have seen written about the book or its author. Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on your perspective) I was unable to do so. No, the book wasn't perfect. Few are. However, it in no way deserved the negative press that it received from readers who have become disenchanted with the series. All in all, I have to give it four stars. And I also feel compelled to give readers some advice. If you do not like a book, whether because of its writing style or because you are offended by its content, you have the option to stop reading it. If it is part of a series, you are not required to continue buying and reading future installments. There is absolutely no reason to publically bash an author simply because what they write is not what you want to read.
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Well, I can't say I'm fazed by any bad press this series might be receiving. This "Anita Blake" series sounds interesting, and I've read two very good reviews on it (including this one) that make me want to hop on the bandwagon.ReplyDelete
I'm so glad I read your review! I was wondering if I would buy this book or not. I do not consider myself a prude, but the partner hopping was starting to gross me out, even if she did have her reasons. This one is going to the top of my "to buy" list! Thanks for the great review!!ReplyDelete
I too waited with baited breath for this release. I am glad you commented on the abrupt change in style/method.... I'm not sure how to describe it. This almost feels like a side jaunt. Like I missed a book inbetween Blood Noir and Skin Trade. I sorely missed Anita's "family" (and the drama that surrounds them) and found it very odd that they were not included.ReplyDelete
But all that said - I loved the book and look forward to the next... for now I will just have to content myself with rereading the series from the beginning.
I think that this book was similar to Micah for me. While I love Anita and Micah's little love match, you feel like you are missing out on a lot when you wait a year for the next installment of a series and the majority of its main players are cut from the play.ReplyDelete
That being said, I am still a fan of the books, and although I have read them many times over, It wouldn't put me out to do it again myself.


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The economic calendar for the week ahead will be dominated by the preliminary GDP report from the U.S. The ECB's monetary policy meeting is also likely to garner some attention amid a rather slow week.
Australia will be reporting on its quarterly CPI numbers this week. In the first quarter, Australia's inflation rate rose at a pace of 0.4% which pushed the annual inflation rate to 1.9%. For the second quarter, the markets are expecting to see that the quarterly inflation rate rising 0.6%. On an annual basis, this is expected to put the Australian inflation rate to 2.2%.
Elsewhere, most of the economic releases are mostly second-tier data and unlikely to impact the markets much amid the higher impact events such as the advance GDP report from the U.S.
The market sentiment is also likely to remain mixed with the U.S. trade war rhetoric currently remaining in check.
Here's a quick recap of the economic events for the week ahead.
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ECB's monetary policy to remain on the sidelines
The European Central Bank will be holding its monetary policy meeting this week. Investors are expecting this ECB meeting to remain subdued given the fact that the central bank announced changes to its policy just the month before in June.
During the June monetary policy meeting, ECB officials announced that the monthly bond purchases would be cut by half to 15 billion euro starting September 2018. Officials also announced that the remaining bond purchases would end by December 2018.
Officials have so far maintained a balancing act, by noting that the central bank would not hesitate to continue easing policy if the economic conditions deteriorated.
Mario Draghi is expected to maintain the status quo at this week's meeting. Economic data since the previous ECB meeting did not show any surprises. The headline inflation rate has remained at 2.0% while core inflation rate was seen rising at a slower pace of 0.9%. Although headline inflation is seen near the ECB's 2% inflation target rate, core CPI has remained weak.
This is expected to keep officials toeing the line without coming out too hawkish. Other economic data over the week include the flash manufacturing and services PMI figures for the month of July. Later in the week, France will be reporting on its preliminary second-quarter GDP numbers.
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U.S. second-quarter GDP set to surge
The U.S. advance GDP report for the second quarter will be released this week on Friday. Economists polled; forecast that the U.S. economy advanced at a pace of 4.0%. This would mark the strongest pace of quarterly growth since the third quarter of 2014.
Incoming data for the three months ending June 2018 project that the estimates on the GDP growth are in line with the strong pace of growth that was witnessed.
Various other GDP trackers also indicate a strong surge in GDP growth during the period. The Atlanta FED's GDPNow model is projecting an average growth rate of 4.5%.
The U.S. economy was seen rising at a pace of 2.0% in the first three months of the year. Therefore, a stronger pace of GDP growth is widely priced in. However, concerns still remain especially with the third quarter GDP likely to take a hit. This comes due to the possible effects of higher trade tariffs imposed by the U.S. administration across most of its trading partners.
Still, with a fairly better than expected GDP result for the second quarter, the outcome is likely to keep the Fed's policy course unchanged.


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NEW YORK (Reuters) – U.S. prosecutors have charged six people, including former employees of accounting firm KPMG LLP and of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, with misusing confidential information from the board to help KPMG.
Prosecutors in Manhattan said in court papers made public Monday that KPMG employees used the confidential information to avoid negative findings by the board, which oversees accounting firms. One of the six has already pleaded guilty.
Reporting By Brendan Pierson in New YorkEditing by Chizu Nomiyama
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From 23-27th July 2016, the EuroScience Open Forum (ESOF) comes to Manchester, with climate sessions and interactive exhibitions from Greater Manchester's Combined Authority (GMCA).
Andrew Hunt from Greater Manchester Community Renewables explores the possibilities and benefits of community energy.
Sustainable design, active travel and a low carbon economy all make it in as priorities for 'Our Manchester', the new ten year strategy for the city.
With the help of landscape architects Planit-IE and as part of its City of Trees commitments, the University of Manchester is bringing new green spaces into its £1bn transformation.
North West based developer and Investor, Property Alliance Group (Alliance) has been give the go ahead for plans to develop a new neighbourhood close to Piccadilly that will redefine city living in Manchester.
A new survey from Green Alliance has revealed the levels of renewables being generated by the cities and counties of England's North West, with Greater Manchester showing a strong performance in solar.
Storm-affected areas in the North to recieve £40 million to repair damage.
Strengthening the region with the launch of Community Energy Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester's Business Growth Hub is celebrating the landmark achievement of saving one million tonnes of CO2e through its award-winning support that helps businesses to reduce their use of energy, water and materials in day-to-day operations.
Stockport competition winners set to save nearly £100,000 over the next four years after receiving a share of £41,000 to install green technologies.


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Readers may turn their attention to the Federal Register, outlining the plan as part of the ARRA stimulus package to develop Regional Extension Centers for assisting in developing Health Information Exchanges and assist in the build out of EMRs, and interoperability amongst providers. This 'small tome' of the register is largely unreadable and unintelligble. The facts are in there somewhere if you are not prone to migraine and/or presbyopia. The goals and mandates are in there, whether they will truly be funded, and/or pursued is up to doubt.
Certainly the Obama Administration talks the talk, and may walk the walk. It remains to be seen whether regional differences and serious reservations which remain will impede the flow chart.


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Deutsche Bank has asked banks to pitch for roles the planned 2 billion euro ($2.35 billion) initial public offering of its asset management business, two people close to the matter said on Tuesday.
The requests for proposal for roles such as that of the global coordinator were sent out on Monday, the sources said.
Banks are being asked to specify their concerns with the equity story of the asset management unit, their view on the peer group, valuation method, timing of the deal and potential investors.
Deutsche Bank declined to comment.
Deutsche Bank said in March that it planned to list the asset management unit, which could reach a total valuation of 8 billion euros. A stock market flotation of the unit is expected to take place in the first half of 2018 at the earliest.
($1 = 0.8505 euros)
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Love: Listen A Minute.com: English Listening Lesson Love makes the ________________, not money. I agree with the centuries-old quote that says, 'Love conquers all'. It's true when you ________________. So much has been written about love. It must ________________ most written and talked about topics ever. How many songs and poems ________________ love?
25 Writing Prompts - Carrie Elle Feeling a little writer's block – or maybe just looking to stretch your writing muscles a bit? I was. And so, I googled "writing prompts" and found all kinds of random stuff. And then thought, I have some good ideas for prompts…I should just come up with my own. And so, I did just that. Some of them are silly, some of them are serious. I Keep a Writer's Notebook alongside my Students. Do you? To my dear students and their wonderful parents, All students will maintain a writer's notebook for my class. Every day, we will write in it.
Together We Can Change the World Prepare to be amazed. Remember when writing a paper was fun and you looked forward to expressing your thoughts on paper? No one else does either. OuiWrite is a tool that allows you to fill in some blanks and it will automatically format your paper in MLA, APA or Chicago format. It won't write the paper for you, but it will make it much easier. Fifteen Writing Exercises Writing exercises are a great way to increase your writing skills and generate new ideas. They give you perspective and help you break free from old patterns and crutches. To grow as a writer, you need to sometimes write without the expectation of publication or worry about who will read your work. Don't fear imperfection. That is what practice is for. Pick ten people you know and write a one-sentence description for each of them.
Thinking about writing journals? I'm starting to plan for my 6th year as a 7th grade reading/writing teacher at Chicago-area middle school, and I wanted to "think out loud" about writing journals/notebooks and their use in the middle-school language arts classroom. There are several schools of thought on this, and a lot of powerful ways to use these things, as well as several possible ways to handle the logistics. Here are some ways that I've used journals (let's just call them that for now) in the LA classroom: As a daily "Do Now" or immediate activity done at the very start of class. This strategy is useful to reinforce management and get students seated and working. Mystery Objects This is a really simple yet effective writing lesson. There is nothing like some unusual objects to spark your students' imagination! Aim: For students to write a short story inspired by an object (and to have the opportunity to review question forms). Level: A2+
Listening Welcome to EnglishClub Listening, to help you learn the skill of listening in English. Listening is the first of the four language skills, which are: 1. Listening 2. Speaking 3. Reading 4. Story Starters for Creative Writing Exercises One-line story starters are great for group writing exercises. They have enough conflict to start the writing flow, but are open-ended to allow each writer to follow his or her own direction. Individual writers can use them on a regular basis for "practice writing," following Natalie Goldberg's suggestions in Writing Down the Bones. Creative Writing Exercises Set a timer for 10, 15 or 20 minutes.
Teaching English: I have seen the writing on the wall! This activity was inspired by a photo dear Nora Touparlaki uploaded on her Facebook account and it immediately struck me as a great creative writing activity. All you need is a washable pen which also writes on the wall or in case that's not an option some construction paper or card stock. The idea is simple, you ask your students to write a story but instead of drawing the story setting on a piece of paper, you transfer the action on the wall. This was the original picture but you can find more amazing wall decals here Creative Writing Prompts This page contains a list of prompts for writing classes/activities for when you need a bit of inspiration for a writing idea. I will try to update it regularly with new ideas, so keep checking back! If you have any great ideas for prompts for creative writing that you have used in class, please share them in the comments and I will add them to the list – thank you! Pictures/Photos
Cambridge English: Key (KET) - Listening section The Cambridge English: Key Listening paper has five parts. For each part you have to listen to a recorded text or texts and answer some questions. You hear each recording twice. Time allowed - about 30 minutes Listening part 1: pictures with multiple choice questionsListening part 2: longer conversation and matching Listening part 3: multiple choice Listening part 4: fill in a form Listening part 5: fill in a form Writing Exercises and Prompts for Journaling, Prose, Poetry and Memoirs These Writing Exercises are a collection of prompts originally published in The Journal Newsletter. The prompts include journaling prompts, prose prompts, poetry prompts, free writing prompts, and memoir prompts. Jump to the exercises you would like to see: Prompts Copyright © by Susan Michael and David Michael.


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|a Childcraft book from the mid 1950s
Do you remember the old Childcraft Books we used back in the 1950s. Probably so. I certainly do. I was a Tow-headed boy of four or so when the books came into my home. The books had a place of prominence in the living-room book case. I can still see them sitting there in my mind's eye. The books had vividly coloured, wonderful illustrations, that stimulated and multiplied my neurons each time I opened a book. For me, the Childcraft books were not only a catalyst, but the catalyst, that turned me into a life long reader and searcher for the truth. They began me on my journey to be a reader, historian, and writer.
My favourite thing in the books were the old tales from our ancient past. In the books I learned about our mythology, lore, fables, and old tales. In the books I found the old Indo European tales about the gods and goddesses, Odin, Thor, Balder, Zeus, Heracles, etc. As I grew older my love of lore also grew and I moved on to the tales of the Celtic gods and heroes, and there I knew I was home. Here I am, over a half century later and I still love to read and research the Old tales.
As I learned about Celtic mythology I gravitated to the the Gods of the Gael of course. I have that ethnic connection of being a descendant of the Gael and naturally enough I was drawn to them; my people, my blood. My surname McCain is anglicised from the Gaelic name Mac Eáin. This surname taken in the AD 1300s and from DNA testing I know I descend from the Mac Ailpín families of mid Argyll, from the parish of Kilmichael Glassary. This sort of thing sharpens one's interest in things Gaelic. There are genetic and even epigenetic factors at work there.
My favourite Gaelic god and the one I found most interesting was Dagda. He is the father god to the Gaelic Celts of Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man. Dagda is a very old name dating back to Indo European roots, from Dagos (good) Deivos (god). His Continental cognate is Sucellos. So Dagda is the Good God, he is also known as Crom, and in the time just prior to and after the Gaelic conversion to Christianity, he was normally called Crom.
Our knowledge of him is known from the misty twilight of the distant past, but there is still enough to give him form and function. Most of the primary source data, if it can be called that, comes from medieval manuscripts written by Christian clerks and monks. The best known of these is the Lebor Gabála Érenn (Book of Invasions of Ireland). It is a collection of prose and verse narratives the gives a mythological history of Ireland and the Gaelic people in general. There are a number of versions of it and the book was written (copied down) in the 11th Century. The stories in the book are of course much older. The mere fact that the Christian monks took the time and effort to record the old pagan stories is a testament to how important they still were to the Gael, even centuries after the conversion to Christianity.
The Gaels converted to Christianity in the 5th to 7th centuries, sort of. They certainly converted, but many of the old pagan ways and beliefs continued. In many ways, one could call the Gaels a Dual Faith people. There was a conscious and sometimes, unconscious, preservation of pagan beliefs and ritual practices, but within a 'Christian' community. Lughnasa, Halloween, Christmas, and Easter, all come with very thinly veiled Old Faith trappings. The Faerie Faith, which lives to this day, is nothing more than the old gods still around. There are Holy Wells, that date to pagan times, but with a Christian Saint's name attached to it. There are still rituals, such as the blessing of the fleet in the Hebrides to Seónaidh (Shoney), i.e. Manannan Mac Lir, the Gaelic sea god (taboo to say his name outright).
Most impressive is the old Lughnasa Festivals. On the face of it, Lughnasa is a festival for the Gaelic god Lugh and is celebrated from late July through August. There is feasting, dancing, bonfires, and competitions, including an arts festival, with music and readings. The festival managed to survive the 20th century and is even making a comeback here in the 21st century.
|Dagda, by a Japanese illustrator
There are older versions of Lughnasa however.... and more magical ones. In some versions it is Crom Dubh, not Lugh, who presides over the harvest. In Cloghane, Crom Dubh's image is seen in the local church where it is an object of luck and healing. The Lughnasa festival in Cloghane village is still called the Domhnach Chruim Dhuibh, i.e. Crom Dubh's Sunday. There is still a saying in the Gaeltacht there, said when someone is pronouncing something is true... Dar Chruim, which means, 'For Crom.'
So, from Childcraft book to a reader and writer, to long stays in Ireland, to speaking Gaelic, it all started with the Childcraft books way back in Ouachita parish, Louisiana. Reading has power and magic... Dar Chruim.
This article is just my thoughts put down as I work on my next book. I am in the process of reading, taking notes, etc., as I write the book down and prepare for publication. As you might have guessed, the theme of Gaelic myth, the Faerie Faith, etc., are in the next book.
If you enjoy these blog post, do not be shy about dropping some coins in the tip bucket. It is part of the magic.
© 2018 Barry R McCain


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Last night was the opening of my exhibition "Hello Summer" in Bolzano.
It was a beautiful summer evening, and the rooms of Norma Hair Studio were filled with art, love, warmth and smiles, and that's what it's all about!
To all my friends from Bolzano, and those who came from Brixen, and to all the new friends I made, thank you! Your support means the world!
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Paige here! Holy cow, it's been a while! Regan has basically taken over the blog because I have been doing pretty much what I titled this blog post until very recently…surviving! I actually felt so guilty for a while because I saw all the cute insta moms swooning over their new babies and telling them to "stay little" and "stop growing" while I was over here counting the days until West was old enough to sleep train.
Now looking back at these newborn photos it makes me a little sad that I couldn't enjoy it more because he just looks so precious! BUT, not going to lie I do MUCH better once my babies get a little sturdier/less fragile and can start to get on a schedule. West is two and a half months now and starting to get super sweet and smiley, doing pretty good with his schedule, and I'm overall in a much better headspace! (I'm sure my hormones evening out is a big part of it too).
Besides the natural hormone fluctuations after pregnancy, there were a few other things that made the newborn stage particularly hard for me this time around. West had his days/nights confused and had colic pretty bad for a few weeks. I do NOT do well with a screaming baby. It literally puts me in fight or flight mode and I feel like I need to fix it immediately even when there's nothing I can do. Obviously I also have a toddler this time around which totally changes the game. MJ loves West and can be so sweet to him, but he also gets SO aggressive with him it's terrifying. I have to to have my eyes on him 24/7. One time I left them both on the bed just for a second to grab something from the bathroom, and came back in to MJ jumping OVER West and barely making it! The picture below basically sums up MJ's constant mood towards poor Westie haha. Lastly, as most of you know from instagram we found out my mom's cancer came back at stage four shortly after West was born. As you can imagine, finding out that news combined with crazy hormones, no sleep, and a brand new baby is not the best combination!
ANYWAYS, enough of the hard stuff. If you're a new mom reading this with similar struggles, I promise it does get better! I basically got to the point where I was like OK, I've got to take action and do SOMETHING to help me feel more sane here. A few weeks in I started feverishly researching, bought a new book that helped tremendously (more on that below), and got West on a ALL the colic supplements safe for newborns. I wish I could tell you one magic thing that worked to fix all the sleep and colic problems, but I think it was a combination of many! Below are my top ten tips that have saved me!
Moms On Call: I heard about their book from friends and decided to buy it when I got desperate. I didn't think I'd need one this time around since I read a few with MJ and thought I had things figured out, but I'm so happy I got this one! They have the best tips and I love being able to have a schedule to *try to follow. They are also VERY straight to the point (the book is basically all bullet points) which I loved. Who has time for reading?!
Supplements: I wish I could tell you one magic supplement that worked wonders for colic, but I am not patient and basically tried all of them at once and one or all of them worked. Not sure which one, haha, so I just kept using them all! I use Gerber soothe probiotic drops every night, simethicone drops after almost every feeding, and gripe water whenever West starts to get really fussy. I'll link them all at the end of this post!
Have Husband do Last Feeding: If at all possible, have your significant other do the last feeding so you can go bed early and get at least one longer stretch of sleep in!
Pump then Feed: I actually wish this wasn't the case, but it's easier for me to just pump and give West a bottle right now. I know this isn't the case for everyone, but for me it's either he's CONSTANTLY attached to the boob, or takes a bottle in a fraction of the time. I'll try breastfeeding again when he's a little older, but for now he can't stay awake at the boob!
Don't Change at Night: Sorry little guy, but momma's got to sleep! I started doing the absolute bare minimum when West would wake up at night, and that includes no longer changing him until the morning! (Unless he has a VERY bad and obvious dirty diaper). I just load him up with diaper rash cream AND natural baby powder before bedtime.
Accept Help: People are going to offer to help you with a new baby. Take it! Obviously it's easier to accept from people you're related and close to, but take it where you can get it and don't feel bad about it!
Move to Their OWN Room: After the first couple of weeks, move them to their own room with the door closed and a sound machine on. This is one of the tips from Moms On Call, but it was huge for me so I gave it it's own spot :) It may sound sad, but you just don't hear them as much! It was absolutely necessary for me with West waking up almost every 15 minutes sometimes. When they're right next to you, you wake up to every grunt and whine, even when sometimes they can put themselves back to sleep! This way, you only wake up when they're really awake and crying. THB though, I don't think I could have done this as early without the owlet camera and sock! (Shown below). I love being able to check in on him from my phone and make sure he has safe oxygen levels and heart rate!
8. Hands Free Pumping Bra: I didn't have one of these with MJ, and it's a game changer! It turns pumping into more of a break, where you can be on your phone or watch part of a show, than a chore. I'll link this one I use at the bottom of this post. It's cute and super cheap!
9. Take the time for skin to skin: For me, this just bonded me with both of my babies. There's no better feeling than a newborn baby laying on your chest! With West it was harder because after nursing/feeding I'd feel like I'd have to get up because there was so much to do, but taking at least a little bit of time each day for skin to skin helped me bond and feel so much love for him!
10. Don't Let Guilt Get To You: This is still so hard for me. But I'm working on it! You're just not going to be able to get as much done as you used to for a while, and that's ok! I would (and still do sometimes) feel so guilty about not spending as much time with MJ, getting chores done, doing nothing on our blog etc. I just have to keep reminding myself that I'm doing the best I can, and that my number one priority is keeping my kids and myself alive and healthy!
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Playoffs start now for Columbus Cottonmouths
Coming into Friday's game, the Columbus Cottonmouths badly needed to pick up a win against the Fayetteville Fireantz who sat seven points ahead of them in the standings.
"We have to play every game like it's our last," Cottonmouths' captain Craig Stahl said. "Every game from now on is a playoff game."
The Snakes (17-20-3) played like it in front of 2,152 fans at the Civic Center beating the Fireantz 4-1.
With the win the Snakes have 37 points and Fayetteville (19-16-4) and Twin City both have 42.
The Snakes got on top early in the first period.
Tim Green and Brad Patterson got off shots on Fireantz's goalie Chad Collins. Defenseman Mat Ponto was in front of the goal to pick up Green's rebound and put it in the back of the net for the score.
Later in the first period, the Snakes went up 2-0 on a Patterson goal.
From a few yards out Patterson went top-shelf on Collins. Green and Bowles got the assists.
The only scuffle of the night came with just 13 seconds remaining in the first period.
Fayetteville goalie Collins took exception to Cottonmouths' forward Ryan McCar-thy spending too much time in front of him. Collins then grabbed McCarthy from behind. Fayetteville's Craig Geerlinks separated the two before anything more than shoving could happen. Both received roughing penalties.
Fayetteville and Columbus started the second period playing four-on-four hockey from the penalties at the end of the first period.
Only 28 seconds into the period, Michael George and Lorne Misita connected on the prettiest goal of the game.
With George set up on the left blueline, Misita positioned himself to the right of Collins. George's sharp pass hit Misita right in the stick, and Misita hit it in before Collins could even see him. Kyle Lundale and George earned an assist on the play to give the Snakes a 3-0 lead.
Cottonmouth goalie Ian Vigier was almost flawless for the night with the exception coming about halfway through the second.
Fayetteville's Dan Buccella caught a rebound of the glass in front of a crowded goal and finally got the puck in the net after several pokes.
Vigier said he wasn't sure how it got in.
"It bounced around a lot in there," he said. "I asked the guys and they said it went in but I don't know if it went in up top or on the bottom."
The Cottonmouths took the 3-1 lead with them all the way until the 18:50 mark of the third period.
Fayetteville called timeout with 1:43 left and pulled Collins to leave an empty net.
Vigier stuffed the Fireantz only scoring chance after that with a huge glove-side save.
Bowles scored an empty netter while Ponto earned the assist.
Ponto finished the game with one goal and one assist while Green had two assists. Patterson had one goal and one assist.
Vigier, who had been traveling back and forth to the ECHL's South Carolina Stingrays, said he was glad to be back the home last two weeks for the 'playoff-style hockey.'
"Our defense cleared the land in front of me tonight," Vigier said. "Forwards played great. Great all-around game from all of our guys."
Vigier finished with 29 shots stopped. Collins took the loss despite 31 saves.
Stahl said the team is starting to realize what is at stake.
"When we get to the playoffs, it won't be a big deal because we've been playing like this for a while," he said. "We've had some injuries, but everyone is picking up the slack and that's what it takes to get going."
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@CO Agate:Fayetteville 0 1 0—1
Columbus Cottonmouths 2 1 1—4
First period: Scoring: 1, Columbus, Ponto (Green, Patterson), 1:56. 2, Columbus, Patterson (Green, Bowles), 15:17. Penalties: Olauson, Fayetteville (tripping) 4:04; Rutz, Columbus (hooking) 11:15; Columbus McCarthy (roughing) 19:47; Collins, Fayetteville (roughing) 19:47.
Second period: Scoring: 3, Columbus, Misita (George, Lundale), 0:28. 1, Fayetteville, Buccella (Colangelo, Olauson), 10:12. Penalties: Hessler, Fayetteville (slashing) 1:11; Leslie, Columbus (roughing) 12:11; McCarthy, Columbus (roughing) 12:11; Snyder, Fayetteville (roughing) 12:11; Ponto, Columbus (hooking) 14:05; Misita, Columbus (cross checking), 18:10.Third period: Scoring: 4, Columbus, Bowles (empty net) (Ponto), 18:50. Penalties: Nattress, Fayetteville (hooking) 3:16; Hessler, Fayetteville (unsportsmanlike conduct), 5:13.
Shots on goal: Fayetteville 6 14 10-30. Columbus Cottonmouths 12 10 13-35. Power plays: Fayetteville 0 of4. Columbus 0 of 4.
Goaltenders: Collins (loss): 59:20. 34-31-3. Vigier (win): 60:00. 30-29-1.
Referee: Justin Greene. Lineman: Tony Paradise, Daniel Cohen. Time: 2:17. Attendance: 2,152


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