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Pilot project #DontWaitVaccinate protects animals and humans from life-threatening infections
To date FOUR PAWS has vaccinated 58,386 animals in 515 villages against rabies, one of the deadliest diseases in Myanmar.
The rabies vaccination project "Don't Wait Vaccinate" has received such positive results we have now pledged to vaccinate 50,000 animals each year for the next five years!
A team of 40 people, including local and international veterinarians and partner organizations, made the pilot project of the mission successful. They vaccinated almost 60,000 animal in just TWO months!
"The first 50,000 vaccinations were a big challenge, but thanks to the great collaboration between teams we were able to reach our goal quickly. Now that the project is finished, we will evaluate the results and start preparations for the next year,"
- Dr Marina Ivanova, FOUR PAWS veterinarian participating on the project
"Our fight against rabies continues. We have committed to vaccinate 50,000 animals per year over the next five years. FOUR PAWS will continue to provide expertise to develop a sustainable and efficient rabies program in Myanmar."
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The fight against rabies is a long-term one
The rabies virus is a dangerous threat and the fight to eradicate it is a crucial one.
The FOUR PAWS project "Don't Wait Vaccinate" aims to vaccinate 50,000 dogs and cats yearly while educating the public about companion animals. The overall goal of the mission is to help eradicate rabies in Myanmar by 2030.
But doing so will be no easy task.
According to the Livestock Breeding and Veterinary Department, an estimated four million dogs live in the country. Due to this large population, FOUR PAWS believes it's equally important to vaccinate, educate the public, and raise awareness about rabies: killing the infected animals is not a long term solution.
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When I waltzed into my initial appointment a few weeks ago I expected the dietician to tell me how much weight I needed to lose and what my healthy weight should be. To my surprise it didn't really go down like that. Instead of getting a number or goal weight assigned to me based on height, we discussed how people are different and comfortable at different weights. Then, you have to take muscle into consideration. So, I left the appointment with the task of setting my first goal weight. My first number to work toward.
It took me a little while to really understand what I wanted and then if I was capable of getting there. You see, I don't have a "I want to get back down to that size" history. I don't have a dream pair of jeans from skinny days that I'm dying to fit back into. I've always been overweight. I don't know what a healthy weight is for me. The first pair of pants I remember picking out without my mom's help were a size 14. I was in the 6th grade. They were pleated khakis if you were wondering. I was a very stylish 6th grader.... not.
So I was drawing a blank in the goal department.
After scrolling through the IP community on Instagram (I check #ippals multiple times a day and I love it!) I noticed on a few people's profiles that it said things like " SW (starting weight) GW (goal weight) and GW#2 (additional goal weight)." It hadn't occurred to me that I could have multiple goals! Instead of having one overwhelming number hanging over my head, I could break it up into sections. And that's what I did.
My first goal is 50lbs. I want to be one of those people who can say, "Yeah, I've lost 50lbs and I'm never looking back!" 50lbs is a lot of weight! Not to mention a lot of work! I've been saying I want to lose 50lbs for about 3 years now. The difference now, is that I actually believe that I'm capable of doing it.
I've got little 50s on post its in a variety of places, my vanity mirror, the fridge, my car, my laptop, the places I frequent the most to always be aware. I don't see the number 50 as my enemy silently judging me like I used to. It's now my friend and encourages me not to cheat when no one is looking. Anything that works right?
That's my first goal! If you're trying to set your own weight goals, maybe breaking it up into smaller pieces instead of one big amount will help you like it helps me! Good luck today! I'm rooting for you! - JJ

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The project's objective was to optimize Tjarnargatan's media production pipeline without sacrificing creative thinking or the quality of the production. For this project we decided together, after talking about the challenges to explore the lean methodology and see if Tjarnargatan could benefit from that. See how it went in the short video they made about the project.
"Together we designed an implementation plan based on proven organizational change management methodology and started analyzing which aspects of the ITIL processes should be implemented. The goal was to tailor the ITIL processes and emphasize relevant aspects reducing unnecessary work, taking a lean approach to the implementation. The work delivered a process map, policies, procedures and an implementation plan so that implementation could be started as soon as possible. The implementation plan was flexible so that every department's requirements could be taken into account without reducing the overall quality or missing any of the initial goals."
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Lisa Marie Toal is the powerhouse behind heritage brand Ghurka's new Cherry Creek location in Denver. A retail veteran, yogi, fashion and beauty lover, she spends her time enjoying Colorado and all it has to offer, Here, she shares a few of the people, places and things that make her tick.
- Chanel Rouge Coco Lipstick in 416 Coco // I don't go anywhere without my signature shade of red and you can't go wrong with Chanel's matte lipstick. Plus it smells like Chanel No. 5. I feel pampered every time I wear it.
- I should own stock in Pellegrino // I drink it every day. It's such a great alternative to sugary soft drinks and replenishes your body with minerals.
- Endangered Species Panther, Extreme Dark Chocolate (88%) // This is my absolute favorite! I love dark chocolate and this is a great brand. I love to give myself a treat after a hard week with a few squares of this incredible chocolate bar.
- Epsom Salt Baths // I live in my bathtub. There is nothing more fabulous than ending a busy work day on your feet than soaking in a tub full of Epsom Salts and listening to Pandora's spa station.
- Royal Arch Trail at Chautauqua Park in Boulder, CO // Stunning views and incredibly challenging but totally worth it when you get to the top!
- My Journal // I write in it every day. It's how I process my day and allows me to be present with myself.
- Copperfalls Aveda Spa in Castle Rock // I have been going there for massages and waxing for the past ten years. Always a wonderful experience and quiet – a bit under the radar.
- His Holiness the Dalai Lama // He's an incredible spiritual leader, practical and ethical. I have been blessed to work as a volunteer for him on multiple occasions and give service to the Buddhist community. His teachings have helped me to be humble, shown me how to better care for myself and heal wounds from my past. What a gift to have his light in the world!
- Sarah and Mandy from Antoine Du Chez in Lone Tree // These two fabulous gals have been cutting and coloring my hair for years! They are not only incredibly talented but have been there to lift me out of funks, push my boundaries and make me feel great about myself!
- My beauty advisor Lish at Sephora Park Meadows // She is the magic behind my look and has taught me more about skin care and cosmetics than I ever thought I would know.
- One Yoga DTC // EVERY instructor here is amazing. They are connected and really supportive with what each individual needs from a yoga session. Plus their studio is really beautiful.
- I absolutely love my team at Ghurka // They are so wonderful. In all the years in retail I have been honored to work with so many talented people and our Ghurka folks are wonderful representatives of a timeless brand.


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Frankie & Benny's Crawley presents diverse American and Italian cuisine at the Crawley Leisure Park. The spacious outdoor area is a summery spot for sipping on cocktails, or tucking into an authentic meal.
Offering big flavours and massive choice, the Frankie & Benny's menu is filled with New York and Italian classics. Renowned as a place for families looking for a fun, comforting dining experience, the menu spans from a juicy stateside chicken burger, to classic pasta with succulent Italian meatballs.
There is plenty of choice for vegetarian diners and those looking for lighter, healthier dishes, along with an impressive gluten-free menu. From the bar, enjoy a chilled beer, or a piled-high 'freakshake' for an indulgent treat.
Easily accessed from the town centre, Frankie & Benny's in Crawley is right next to Cineworld Cinemas. Crawley Rail Station is a 7-minute drive away.
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Awful service. Took an hour from finishing out starters to getting our mains & the waitress had a terrible attitude. Don't think we will go back.
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It was average. I chose the calzone which had a good amount of filling but it was all piled in the middle, leaving a lot of plain pizza crust. The service was okay. We just felt it was all very average and won't be returning.
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Really enjoyed breakfast
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We had a great time thanks, food was good although steaks a bit tough but the sweets made up for this. Service was very good and attentive. All in all a good experience..thanks will come again.
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Good food great staff although very busy we were served quickly and efficiently . Food very tasty and staff good fun and attentive . A wam inviting looking place .
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As usual very good service Food cooked to every ones satisfaction. Did find the Bacon Chops that I always have were half there normal size
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The Lion and the Mouse
Do you know much about mice? In case you don't, I will tell you a little bit
about them. Mice are very little animals with long, skinny tails. Some people
think they are cute; many people do not. Actually, mice are rodents. That
means they belong to a family of animals that have front teeth that are quite
strong. In fact, rodents can gnaw hard objects like wood, and their teeth
continue to grow most of their lives. So, you see, the teeth of a mouse are
very useful to him to survive in this world. A mouse is usually quite timid,
though. His teeth help him to live and eat, but he can't really fight with them
or scare other animals with them because he is so small compared to most
animals. In fact, there are many animals that eat mice.
A lion, on the other hand, can and does scare other animals with his teeth.
You know all about lions, I am sure. You know how scary a lion is. He is even
called "King of the Jungle" because he is so feared.
There was a time, it is said, that a mouse ran across the body of a sleeping
lion by mistake. We do not need to tell you how very afraid the poor tiny
mouse was when the lion woke up and grabbed this shaking little fellow in
his paws. He had every reason to be scared since the lion was about to eat
him. "Please Mr. Lion," pleaded the mouse, "let me go this time and I will
always remember your kindness. Maybe someday I can pay you back and
help you." Well, the lion thought this was so funny that he let his little
captive go.
Wouldn't you know that It was just a couple of weeks later that the lion got
caught in a huge net which had been left by some hunters. He could not free
himself and began to roar loudly in dismay. Guess who heard him? That's
right, the little mouse whom he had let go. His little "friend" came running at
the sound of the lion's roars. The mouse gnawed and gnawed on the ropes
with those strong front teeth and before long the lion was set free and went
~ Retold by M. Randall
This fable is not written to teach us about mice and lions. It is really teaching us about other important matters. We can learn about courage, gratefulness, loyalty, and mercy in this story. These are all good things. What did the lion and mouse teach you about these things? Who was brave in this story? Who was thankful? Who was loyal? Who showed mercy? Are there any ways you would like to be like the lion in this story? What about the mouse? Are there any ways you would like to be like him? Why not write these ways down in your journal or on a piece of paper and show them to a parent or teacher.
Note to Home Teachers: Wouldn't it be great to integrate the moral lessons from this story into one of your science lessons?


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Caracterización del sistema toxina-antitoxina reibe2 de spectrococcus pneumoniae
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|Espinosa, Manuel ; Nieto, Concha
|Streptococcus pneumoniae
Toxinas-Antitoxinas de tipo II
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|Type II (proteic) toxin-antitoxin (TA) loci are ubiquitous in bacteria and are composed by two genes that are organized in an operon. The genes encode a stable toxin and an unstable antitoxin. In general, the antitoxin gene precedes, and frequently overlaps, the toxin gene. Both proteins bind to each other, generating a harmless complex, which regulate their own synthesis. These type II TA systems (TAS) were initially discovered in plasmids, but subsequently were identified in the chromosome of different bacteria and archaea. The chromosomally encoded TAS seem to be involved in different cellular processes, such as response to stress, programmed cell death, persistence and biofilm formation.
This Thesis' work is focused on the chromosomal RelBE2 system of the pathogenic Gram-positive bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae.
The objectives of this Thesis based on the available data were: 1) The structural characterization of the RelBE2Spn protein complex and of the RelB2Spn antitoxin, 2) The functional characterization of the RelBE2Spn proteincomplex and RelB2Spn antitoxin, and 3) The searching for the role of pneumococcal RelBE2Spn and YefMYoeBSpn systems in the bacteria lifestyle. Concerning the structural characterization of the proteins, whereas the antitoxin protein alone, and the antitoxin-toxin proteins were readily purified, we could not get the purification of the toxin alone. Purified proteins samples were used to perform several biochemical and biophysical approaches. Firstly, circular dichroism experiments revealed features of the secondary structure of the RelB2Spn antitoxin and the RelBE2Spn complex, indicating that both proteins show a high average of secondary structure, although the antitoxin was partially unfolded. Secondly, analytical ultracentrifugation and native mass spectrometry were used to study theoligomerization state and the stoichiometry of the RelB2Spn and RelBE2Spn complex. The antitoxin behaved as a dimer in solution, whereas, the RelBE2Spn complex resulted to be a heterohexamer formed by the association of two heterotrimers. Each heterotrimer includes one antitoxin dimer and one toxin monomer. Finally, the crystal structure of the RelBE2Spn complex was resolved. Heterotetrameric and heterohexameric species were detected in the RelBE2Spn crystal. In these two molecular species, the toxin displays topological similarity to others toxins of the family and to the RNases. The antitoxins in heterotetramers and heterohexamers species exhibit, in their N-terminal region, a ribbon-helix-helix DNA-binding motif (RHH), similar to other RelB antitoxins. However each RelB2Spn monomer in these oligomeric structures shows a different fold. The existence of two oligomeric structures, heterotetramers and heterohexamers, might be related to transcriptional repression or to conditional cooperativity.
In the crystal structure, the pneumococcal antitoxin RelB dimerized through a RHH motif, present in several transcriptional repressors, and it is involved in the binding of the protein to its DNA target. By means of band-shift and footprinting assays, we found that the RelB2Spn antitoxin as well as the RelBE2Spn complex were able to bind to a 26-bp DNA operator sequence which spans the -10 promoter sequence, the transcription- initiation site and two inversely-repeated sequences of 3 and 6 bp. Transcriptional regulation assays indicated that RelBE2Spn regulates the expression of the relBE operon, the RelB2Spn antitoxin acting as the repressor and the RelE2Spn toxin as the co-repressor. Analytical ultracentrifugation and native mass spectrometry were performed with the DNA target and the RelBE2Spn protein complex. These techniques allowed us to determine that the two proteins bound to their DNA operator forms a heterohexamer. Considering the structural data, the hydroxyl radical protections and the hydrodynamic properties of the two proteins, a structural model is proposed to explain the interaction of the RelBE2Spn complex with its DNA operator. The RelBE2Spn heterohexamer makes contacts with the DNA-backbone within the relBE operator on the same side of the DNA helix covering two consecutive major and minor grooves. The heterohexamer could contact with the DNA through the RHH motifs of each antitoxin dimer. The third part of this Thesis deals with the role of the pneumococcal TAS RelBE2Spn and YefMYoeBSpn in the bacteria lifestyle.
. To this end, mutant strains deleted in relBE2Spn, in yefMyoeBSpn, and in both operons were constructed. The wild type and the mutant strains were tested for a number of physiological (response to stress, morphology of the cells, growth, and phase variation) parameters, and no major differences were found between them. However, differences were found in two important processes of the pneumococcal lifestyle, namely biofilm formation, and competence for transformation with chromosomal DNAs. Our results indicate that both, relBE2Spn and yefMyoeBSpn, participate directly or indirectly in genetic transformation, whereas only yefMyoeBSpn participate in biofilm formation. The main general conclusions derived from the work presented in this Thesis are: - The antitoxin RelB2Spn has a relatively high occurrence of α-helices and it is partially folded. RelB2Spn shows a relatively high heat stability being less prone to thermal aggregation than the TA complex. - The RelBE2Spn protein complex has ahighaverage of secondary structure, exhibiting a relatively high content in α-helices. - The RelB2Spn antitoxin behaves as a dimer in solution whereas the RelBE2Spn complex is a heterohexamer. - The three-dimensional structure of the RelBE2Spn protein complex has been solved by X-ray crystallography. The crystals included the two species, heterotetramers and heterohexamers. - The RelB2Spn antitoxin is the transcriptional regulator of the relBESpn operon. RelB2Spn interacts weakly with its DNA target in a dimeric form; however, RelB2Spn in complex with RelE2Spn binds more efficiently to its DNA operatorsequence. - The RelBE2Spn operator site consists of a 26 bp region that includes the -10 region of the promoter, the transcription initiation site, and two inverted repeats of 3 and 6 bp. - The RelBE2Spn complex binds as a heterohexamer to the operator sequence. Each heterohexamer is composed of two heterotrimers, and the RelBE2Spn heterotrimer contains one RelB2Spn dimer and one molecule of RelE2Spn.
- The relBE2Spn and yefMyoeBSpn operons are not essential, at least under the conditions tested. Deletion of the operons does not affect cell viability, cell morphology or phase variation. - The RelBE2Spn and YefMYoeBSpn proteins do not seem to play a role on growth regulation under acidic stress and high zinc concentration. - The relBE2Spn and yefMyoeBSpn operons could participate in the induction of the competence state for genetic transformation but only the YefMYoeBSpn system participates in biofilm formation of S. pneumoniae.
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Numendal is a traditional valley and district in Buskerud, Norway. The valley runs from the north to the south and extends all the way from Kongsberg in the south up to Rodberg of the north. The valley passes through Fiesberg, Kongsberg, Nore og Uvdal, and Rollag. The 3rd longest river in Norway, the Numedalslagen, runs through the valley before it discharges into Oslofjord in the town of Larvik. The population of the valley was 6631 in the year 2004. However, the population has been gradually decreasing. National road 40 and the Numedal line goes through the valley.
Naumudalr was the Norse version of the name. The first part means Nauma, which was the river name and the last element dalr, means valley. The meaning and the name are identical to Namdalen.
The biggest concentration of log buildings from medieval times is located in the area of the valley from Kongsberg to Hardangervidda. The valley has been a location for paths for a very long time. These paths were the main traffic area between Vestlandet and Ostlandet. These paths are marked and when walking along the old path you will see the remains of dwellings from the stone age as well as grave mounds, bog iron works, and other signs of the activity that has taken place in the valley over the past 8000 years. There are 4 stave churches as well as 40 timber buildings that remain.
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½ Cup Asparagus cut into slices
1 cup Red onion thinly sliced
1 pinch Red pepper flakes
2 tsp Fresh garlic finely chopped
To taste- Freshly ground pepper & Sea Salt
1 Tbsp Olive Oil
1 Small yellow pepper thinly sliced
1 Onion thinly sliced
1 Cup Halved grape tomatoes
2/3 cup Half & Half Cream
1 Tsp Cornstarch
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¼ Cup Fresh basil, chopped
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Sooo after we finished we went out (well, after a visit to Vivienne Westwood of course) and strolled around west Shinjuku instead.
|And you can turn on lights that changes color woho! Oh and did I mention the face? The face!!
There's just one week left in school before spring break now! The gruaduation ceremony was this wednesday for those who quit, and we've got our new classes now, kinda unofficial before the next semester. I like it way better than my last, so all is good.


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Bubble Pocket Shorts, the latest from Elephants & Elegance Patterns. To go along with yesteday's Ruffle Top Tunic, I chose a buttery yellow linen blend that I found as a remnant at JoAnn's. I love browsing in the remnant and red tag area of JoAnn's; sometimes I can score some beautiful fabric for a steal.
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(The following article includes Kirk's Foreword to the 2016 book "Data-driven Leaders Always Win" by Jay Zaidi.)
In the beginning was data. How do we know this? Because many (if not all) creation stories from all cultures were essentially developed as an explanation of the world as observed by humans. Whether it was the great flood, or mysterious eclipses of the Sun, or seasonal changes, or the diversity of life forms, or the existence of diverse substances (earth, fire, wind, and water), or any number of other observed facts, in all of these cases, human societies used stories to explain the evidence that was presented before them. Though the early interpretations of the evidence (i.e., the data) were not exactly scientific, the process was scientific – based on data, substantiated by data, and driven by data. Thus, it is a very natural and innate characteristic of humans to be data-driven!
I am not sure who first said "Knowledge is Power", but the phrase has been found in Latin text attributed to the 17th century founder of the modern scientific method, Sir Francis Bacon. There is also some evidence of that phrase in Arabic a full millennium earlier, from the 7th century. It is interesting that Bacon (Sir "Scientific Method" himself) is connected to this very important understanding, that knowledge (as derived from data, evidence, and information in conjunction with hypothesis-driven questioning and validation) carries such enormous weight in human affairs. Whether one is fighting the war against cancer, or the battle to stop infectious diseases, or the cybersecurity war, or the battle to win the hearts of your customers, or pricing wars within competitive marketplaces, or engaged in other battles, the winners will most certainly be those who are the most data-driven and have the most knowledge of their domain – those who truly appreciate that knowledge is power.
The era of big data has changed the business and organization landscape radically. We are now on the verge of quantifying and tracking just about everything in our domains – including mobile, social, web, and other digital signals, plus ubiquitous sensors in the Internet of Things (IOT). The technologies that enable and empower this transformation are often referred to as SMAC: Social, Mobile, Analytics, and Cloud. All of these technological areas have contributed to and have benefited from data, data, data! In "social", the application of sentiment analysis on social media data is commonplace in many industries. In "mobile", the whole experience is associated with, driven by, and a producer of data! In "analytics", well, you know… it is all about the data – remember that the two most important things in data science are the data and the science (reference: Sir Francis Bacon). And finally, "cloud" computing was developed as a means to share resources (computing and data) easily and on-demand, from anywhere. SMAC technologies are data-driven!
The phrase "360 view" is common jargon in the data analytics conversations of many organizations. Instead of relying on stale, sparse samples and limited demographic attributes, we are now able to explore and exploit fast, wide, and deep data collections about the objects that we care most about. These data can (and will be) augmented by great sources of contextual information (from the IOT) that will truly drive a cognitive analytics revolution in coming years. Our digital sensors (including web logs, social media, mobile interactions, measurement devices, and more) will capture data faster, across a broader set of dimensions, for comprehensively deep samples of the objects in our areas of focus. Consequently, to be a modern digital business is to be data-driven. To be otherwise is to be left behind.
Data drives results for at least three major functional requirements in any domain (whether it is business, or science, or government, or education, or whatever): discovery, decision-making, and value-creation (i.e., innovation). The best ROI metric (if you can quantify it) would be Return On Innovation through data-driven processes, people, and products.
Data collections are now recognized as a core business asset, a new natural resource, a driver of business change and innovation, a source of increased and/or new revenue streams, a creative force for new products and new markets, and a job opportunity bonanza for those with essential data skills.
One might say that data is the new oil, and there is a pot of gold waiting at the end of the data analytics rainbow within your organization. If you play along with these metaphors for just a moment, you might notice that the way to the golden pinnacle of success is a slippery (oily) slope that is fraught with numerous technological, cultural, and human resource challenges. This shouldn't scare us away from being data-driven. On the contrary, we should embrace this process of discovery and improvement. Someone once said: "Good judgment comes from experience. And experience comes from bad judgment." So, data-driven leadership accepts this process of informed growth and iterative quality improvement.
To address the challenges and rewards that are now facing data-driven leaders, Jay Zaidi has written a timely book that is based upon his many years of data management, governance, and analytics experience. Jay presented some of his knowledge on this topic in his talk on "Bridging the Data Governance Chasm" at a recent MapR Big Data Everywhere event in Tysons Virginia. His book is not another hype-driven cheerleading treatment of the subject, but it is a practical, evidence-based, and experience-backed look at both the power and the pitfalls of the modern data-driven leader. The key theme is expressed in the book's title "Data-driven Leaders Always Win" – which emphasizes that the way to win the battles that your organization is facing is through the power of data (and knowledge).
To be Data-Driven is first and foremost the drive to be objective and evidence-based in your organizational decisions. Those decisions involve products (manufacturing, supply chain, placement, pricing, and social/mobile/web content), processes (monitoring, detection, discovery, prediction, and optimization), and people (employees, customers, stakeholders, and new engagement opportunities). Jay Zaidi's book examines the complexity of this organizational ecosystem in the context of how data informs better outcomes, drives change, and creates new value.
One of the most practical and immediate steps to data-driven success is to recognize the importance and necessity of a new officer in the corporate executive suite. That data-driven officer may have different titles (and roles) in different organizations, but their importance is real: the CDO (Chief Data Officer), the CDS (Chief Data Scientist), or the CAO (Chief Analytics Officer). In some cases, for more market-focused organizations, the CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) may be the data-driven leader of digital business transformation. Jay Zaidi's book looks at these roles and reviews the parameters of their duties, the politics that may arise, the perils of the position, and its power to bring winning solutions based upon evidence, facts, and data.
Data-driven discovery, decision-making, and innovation – that is what humans are good at. Shouldn't your leaders be good at that also?
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Happy Tuesday!
So Daylight's Savings Time has officially hit USA which means that now I am 14 hours ahead of USA Eastern Standard Time.
Anyway first let's tackle the issue that….I was suddenly told yesterday that my favorite co teacher is now becoming the new 4th grade homeroom teacher thus leaving me with a new English co teacher.
I hadn't realized how close or attached I had gotten to my male co teacher. 99% of the time we are on the same page. We work really well together and are around the same age. We have a great dynamic and I rely on him for almost everything. He helps me with phone calls, packages, bus times….just literally about everything.
I will do my best to go in with a positive attitude but I hate meeting new people and it takes me a long time to warm up to new people do being blindsided mid week did not make me a happy person yesterday.
Also I spoke with my other teacher about the possibility of teaching 6th grade next year but I would be teaching only 5th grade again (the current 4th grade).
It had been a point of interest for me staying here but the fact that my co teacher won't be with me next year and I won't teach my currents kids again…now I'm leaning more to leaving.
It's still a lot to think about.
Anyway moving on….Today #8 and #7 on my countdown to 26th birthday songs!
#8….. One Thing- One Direction
So I really got into One Direction right after they "debuted" with their single "What Makes you Beautiful". I had heard the song on the radio and thought it made a fun summer song. So I bought the single, and then wound up watching them again because they were on SNL the same time as Sofia Vegara (who I love!) and wound up really enjoying their performance.
So I learned more about them, watched all the M/V, bought the physical album….and of course because there is no fun in doing it alone, got my best friend involved. One Direction was kind of my reintroduction back in pop music. After listening to a lot of backstreet boys/ britney spears typical 90's pop music, I kind of took a break and got more into rock groups-Goo Goo Dolls (my favorite group), Lifehouse, Matchbox 20 , Alanis…..
And of course like any good pop group, we picked our favorites. Louis was my favorite followed by Liam whereas my best friend loved Harry and Zayn. Poor Nial.
We were able to see them in Hershey Park for their 2nd tour-when they were promoting the "Take Me Home" album. It was amazing! We had a great time. It was almost a perfect day where we did the park and then went to the show afterwards.
When their third album came out, I really enjoyed it but their music was making a slight change towards 80's is pop/rock sound that I wasn't loving. Also sadly around that time I had discovered KPOP which kind of just…ruined…everything.
Nevertheless my bestie and I went to see their third tour. But it in many ways it was a lot different than the first time. i didn't know all the songs or the word to all the songs. It just felt very obvious that we weren't quite the fans we used to be. We had a lot of fun and as weird as it sounds it was almost like a goodbye to our insane "directioner" days. It ended on a great note.
Their fourth album I have two or three tracks but I never bought the full album and have yet to hear any songs from their fifth album. I know they are going on a hiatus which I think they needed a long time ago. They've worked hard and deserve a nice long rest. I hope they do come back and by that time maybe I will be more excited for them.
"One Thing" was the one song that really made me fall in love with One Direction despite the fact that there are too many of their songs for me to name that I love. I love the song itself and the MV reminded me so much of The Beatles Hard Days Night so duh…loved it.
#7 Block B -Tell Them
Even though BigBang was my very first KPOP group and song ….my first KPOP everything….it wasn't until I heard "Tell Them" by Block B that I really really fell in love with a KPOP song.
I loved "Love Song" by BigBang…but for some reason this song became my favorite and held that spot for a very long time.
Block B was the first group that was my second group…if that makes sense.
So basically when you get into KPOP you have your first group. You obsess over it, you say there will never be any other group in the world. This will always be your favorite group and your favorite bias.
Then you somehow find another group you like…
…and you think to yourself…am I betraying my first group if I get into this other group?
That's what Block B was for me. They were different (YOUNGER) than Bigbang and had a totally different vibe.
When i discovered their older stuff (I found them a little after Very Good had just come out) I stumbled across this song. It was the beginning of summer and it just felt like the perfect summer song. The song was divided up pretty well as far as parts go (sadly that is no longer true) and though the fashion as horrendous, it's a great song. At times it does sound a little disjointed. You go from a cute beginning to rapping verses, to a singing happy bridge to an even happier chorus…and back to the rap. So while it shouldn't really work (Jackpot, ice Cream cake) somehow at least for me it does.
Everytime I hear this song I think of a fun summer when I got to see my first kpop concert, had a great time with my friends and got back on course with finishing my degree.
I like how the songs lyrics aren't your typical love story or dissing anyone….it's just a nice song all around.
The song kind of reminds me of the end of the summer for some reason -maybe the fact it kind of looks like it in the MV-but I always like to celebrate the opening and ending of summer with posting this MV on facebook. Cheesy I know.
So there we have it. Tomorrow will be #6 and #5 as well as talking about future plans for teaching,living (studying??) in Korea….until then….GO CHECK OUT THE NEW PROMO PHOTOS FOR VIXX FREEDOM VERSION!!! (yes…they have two versions with two sets of photocards and two poster…..)


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To the Moon and back
South Hill Park Arts centre presents 'To the Moon and Back'
Mirror Gallery
Sunday 12 May 2019, 10.30am-12noon - Breakfast Preview with coffee & croissants
Referencing the anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing, this group show examines how artists approach and think about outer space. It brings together artworks of different media -video, photography, animation, printmaking, and installation by national and international artists Lewis Andrews, Steve Barritt, Nadim Chaufi, Sarah Edmondson, Simon Gregory, Claire Scherzinger, Mita Solanky and Pale Blue Dot.
The exhibition will be on display from Sunday 12th May until Sunday 9th Jun 2019.


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This time last year I was talking about dealing with Christmas stress, and I seem to have come full circle!
It's a fun time of year, but there's also a lot to do, and different people will struggle with different things. I love organising things, but I know other people get stressed out by it. Not being organises stresses me out more! Sometimes you have a lot of people in one place for a number of days – people that you wouldn't normally see, never mind stay with for a few days. Some people are worried about cooking for extra people, whereas others don't mind the cooking, but hate the supermarket a week before Christmas. Some people are just tired after driving around to what feels like endless events/parties/school plays/meetings with friends/activities. Some people just don't feel well – they've been busy and then get run down and catch a cold the day before Christmas Eve.
It's too easy to divide people up into those who love the Christmas period with all its festive activities, and those who don't!
You can still enjoy it, but feel a bit jaded by the time it gets to a week before Christmas.
One of the biggest lessons I've learned over the last couple of years is that it's important to ask for help if you need it.
I don't mean the practical stuff – that's important too, but I'm better at asking for a specific favour to fix a practical problem.
With other things though – if I've been feeling frazzled or stressed out, sad or overwhelmed – my usual plan is to just plough on through and not tell anyone. If I am not feeling ok, I usually just withdraw anyway and nobody even notices there's a problem. I don't intentionally hide it, it just doesn't always occur to me to share.
That might be the only way if there really is noone around to help, but usually there is someone, even if we don't see it straight away. In any event, when there is a partner or friends and family members who would love to help if they knew how, it's good to let them.
Sometimes they can help by taking on a task that is causing you stress, or at least sharing it. Maybe the thing can be avoided all together or done in a different way.
Maybe it'll just help people to know why you need a long bath and some alone time.
Maybe they didn't realise there was a problem because different things stress out different people.
Maybe you just need a hug!
Whatever it is, it can sometimes feel like there's a lot of pressure, particularly on social media, to be seen to be having fun and the "best Christmas time ever". But sometimes, for whatever reasons, it doesn't feel like that. And that's ok.
So if you can't wait for Christmas and you're excited and happy, that's great! But if you're not, you don't have to struggle on your own – whether that's because of life events that make you not feel like celebrating, or just all the little things that mount up and make you want a bit of time out.
Advent calendar unboxing
Throughout Blogmas I'll be unboxing my two advent calendars from Glossybox and the Body Shop and giving a brief product review.
Body Shop – It's product 9 for the giveaway – a full-size Himalayan charcoal face mask from the Body Shop. The mask absorbs excess oil and purifies skin to leave a healthy glow.
Glossybox – this was cool! A fat eye stick from Eyeko. They're available in 3 shades, and they're a twist-up crayon eye shadow. I have a number of these, but none from this brand, so I was happy to try out a new one!
Unseen Beauty Blogmas Giveaway
Today you have another chance to enter my Unseen Beauty Blogmas giveaway. There will be a box with 10 prizes from the Glossybox and Body Shop advent calendars, and the prizes will be revealed throughout December. You can enter once on each Blogmas 2018 page, which means you have up to 24 chances of winning. You can enter at any time from when the page goes live to the end of December 2018.
Multiple entries on the same page will not be counted – I have a spreadsheet to log them!
Your answers to the questions will help me to get to know my readers and where they are based. Also, they prove that you're a real person as I don't use inaccessible widgets on my site.
The giveaway is international, but if postal restrictions prevent me from sending a product to your country, I will replace it with an alternative.
The form only goes to me.
What's in the box?
1. Huda Beauty Winter solstice palate Featuring one pearlescent creamy formula and three icy pressed pearl powders.
2. Spa of the World® French grapeseed body scrub from the Body Shop.
3. Black eye liner pencil from the Body Shop
4. An eye make-up brush from the Body Shop something will be coming later to go with that!
5. Real Techniques expert face brush
6. MUA Cosmic Vixen palette with 15 eye shadows.
7. Karmameju konjac sponge
8. Luxie Beauty highlighter brush
9. Himalayan charcoal face mask from the Body Shop.
Product 10 coming tomorrow!
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3. Your email address is being collected solely for the purpose of contacting you if you win the prize. You are welcome to sign up to my newsletter at the same time, but this isn't necessary to take part in the give-away. If you do not win the prize, your email address will only be stored if you have signed up to the newsletter or asked for your entry to be carried over to the next give-away.
4. I will email the winner on 2nd January to ask for their address so that I can send the prize. The winner will have 7 days in which to respond. If they haven't responded after 7 days, I will draw a new winner.
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Before launching into her nighttime routine, model Xiao Wen Ju takes a long, deep breath. And it's deserved— the Chinese beauty's pre-bed ritual is not for the faint of heart. Sparing no effort, Ju is here to share the scrupulous nine-step skin-care regimen that helps her maintain that translucent glow.
With her dark lengths pulled back in a wispy topknot, Ju begins by saturating cotton rounds in Chanel's Démaquillant Yeux Intense eye-makeup remover, holding one pad over each eye for 10 seconds while stubborn pigments melt away. To rinse off the rest of her makeup, she turns to French drugstore favorite Bioderma Sensibio H2O micellar water. "I have been using this since I started modeling," she explains. "All the makeup artists use it!" Then, taking cleansing to the next level, she spreads a veil of La Mer's Cleansing Foam all over and uses a gua sha facial tool to give herself a facial massage. "I use it on my face, [when] I want to relax [it] a little bit," she says. "I don't have any instructions, I just follow the lines of my face. See the blood? It helps [it circulate]."
Once every trace of makeup has been removed, Ju moves onto a quick five-minute eye-mask session with Joanna Vargas's Bright Eye Hydrating Mask. "Maybe next Halloween, I will [wear] this on the street," she jokes. After removing the sheet, she cools down her skin with a few blasts of face mist before applying Biologique Recherche's cult P50 toning lotion, which works to gently even out her skin tone over time. "It smells like vinegar, I love it!" she says. Switching gears to deep hydration, she begins by haphazardly spreading on a creamy moisturizer ("I like to slap it on my face," she laughs) before layering two different serums, hailing the latter—Biologique Recherche's Le Grand Serum—as her secret weapon. "It's [as] important [to skin care] as salt is for cooking," she insists. After almost forgetting the final step, a slick of nourishing lip balm on the mouth, it's finally time to turn in. "Ta-da!" she shouts, admiring her reflection one last time before heading to catch some hard-earned shut-eye.
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Hello friends,
I'm excited to announce that my work will be in a show at COCA (Center on Contemporary Arts) later this month. I will be part of the "You Got the Look" Exhibition opening on Friday November 23rd. The gallery is in Pioneer Square at 114 3rd Avenue South, and the opening will be from 4-6pm. Come on by! I'll be showing some of my work from College, so it will be a bit of a retrospective for me. I'm excited to see what other artists will have on display. Let me know if you'd like to come to opening night with me!


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- Major: Mathematics & Science with a concentration in Biology
- Home: Nigeria
One of the worst moments of Olayinka Awokoya's life set him on his career path. It happened in June of 2016 in his home country of Nigeria. Awokoya was riding a bus to college when it was rammed by another bus. "It was so sudden. My whole life flashed before my eyes. First I thought I was dead. Then I realized I couldn't feel my leg."
The impact of the crash left Awokoya with a serious injury. He was rushed to the hospital and treated but his leg never healed correctly. As he struggled to recover, Awokoya knew what he needed to do. His wife of one year, who was also from Nigeria, was working as a nurse at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse. "I decided to move to the United States so I could get better health care and start a family."
Shortly after arriving in the U.S. in November of 2016 Awokoya went to the doctor for a second opinion. "I was told my leg was not done properly and they had to do it again." He went through two corrective surgeries and is hoping to be out of his cast next year.
Awokoya's experience gave him a career focus. "I decided I wanted to work in the health care system." In January of this year, he started taking classes at OCC. He's a Mathematics & Science major with a focus on Biology. Earlier this semester he was inducted into the college's chapter of international honor society Phi Theta Kappa. "It was a very wonderful moment. It shows that hard work pays off."
The Onondaga Community College experience has been exactly what Awokoya needed as he transitioned from Nigeria to the United States. He's a regular in the library, the Learning Center, the C-STEP office and the Office of Accessibility Resources. "Coming to OCC has been a wonderful opportunity for me. I've met so many people who are so supportive every time I need their help. I'm happy to come here every day because it feels like home."
Awokoya will keep coming to OCC until the end of the spring semester. Then he plans to transfer to the University of Buffalo and begin pursuing a bachelor's degree in Nursing.


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The Above Idle crew checks out Portugal, rides through the wet and cold and lives to tell the tale. Plus we talk bike shares and electric motos.
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BE attended The Makeup Show, NYC held at the Metropolitan Pavilllion in NYC on May 18-19, 2008. The only trade show for makeup professionals of it's kind, it's co-produced by Metropolitan Events & Production.
BE arranged an exclusive interview with makeup artist James Vincent, who has worked in all mediums of make-up including magazines, runways and television. His client list includes Good Morning America, The Today Show, CNN, Fuse, MTV, BBC and BET. Nylon magazine and WWD have named James as the "makeup artist to watch".
Latest trends, tips and color technologies were also shared by Eve Pearl, 5 time Emmy award winning, celebrity makeup artist , David Klasfeld, print, runway and film Make Up Artist CEO and Creative Director of OCC, Trae Bodge co-founder of 3 Color Custom and Lori Taylor, Pro Artistry Manager at Smashbox.
Color Cosmetic Trends Fall/Winter 08/09
Exclusive, from makeup artist James Vincent
. Texture and application will be key coming this Fall/Winter 08/09. We will be seeing more combined textures like matt with slight shimmer.
. Matt texture is resurfacing with a return to a matt lip that is modern, softer, sheerer and more wearable than matt's of the past.
. We'll see an evolvement away from the high frost to a more refined, easy to wear shine that's most flattering for women.
. Color is vital. The oranges and pinks of Spring 2008 will evolve into richer colors for Fall. Blacks and blues around eyes will soften and there will be an evolvement from deep burgundy to softer berries.
. We will see a softer, gentler, fuller eye brow with a less severe arch and eyes will be emphasized with "big" lashes.
TheVisualEdge: Innovative Color
Eve Pearl – Luxury Brand of CosmeNutrients. Eve just upped the performance of her infamous Salmon Concealer by making it a treatment product too! Astaxanthin infused in this shadow reducing concealer is a potent anti-oxidant. Harvested from micro algae, it's 1000 times more potent than vitamin E for lipd peroxidation. The formula is packed with nutrients like omega-3, anti-oxidants and Vitamin E plus peptides. The salmon color of the concealer helps neutralizes the dark blue undertones from the skin eliminating those green/grey raccoon eyes caused by yellow-based concealers that tend to highlight and accentuate the problem. According to Eve Pearl, no need to apply a moisturizer before using the concealer. The base is moisturizing and beneficial enough to apply directly onto cleansed eye area.
Make Up For Ever – Get camera ready! High definition imagery shows pictures that are six times as sharp as previous, softer grained images. Fine lines and wrinkles, skin imperfections, shine, makeup mistakes and incorrectly matched foundation can all be obvious under the high definition lens.
Make Up For Ever has just created a collection of camera ready products that withstand the scrutiny of this new generation of digital imagery. High Definition Primer, High Definition Foundation and High Definition Powder work to give skin a soft focus look under digital technology.
HD Primer acts as a preparation product that creates a protective film on the skin's surface and operates as a shield, preventing the foundation from penetrating the skin. The primer also helps to create a soft focus effect to the complexion. Formulated with Silica Micro Beads that act as light refractors to both man-made and natural light, it veils imperfections. Nourishing ingredients act as moisturizers to protect skin from dryness, providing a well balanced canvas for foundation application.
HD Foundation covers skin imperfections yet remains invisible to the eye on screen or in real life. This invisible coverage formula has been tested by professionals in front of HD cameras, and by real women in every type of light. The formula is an oil-free, lightweight liquid with an extremely smooth texture. Silica Micro Beads combined with Sericite Mica refract both man-made and natural light to veil imperfections creating a soft focus effect to skin. Coated Amino Acid Pigments blend with the complexion to create the truest colors in a wide range of skin tone shades. A silicone elastomer was added as a mattifying agent to neutralize shine while nourishing moisturizers protect the skin from dryness.
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3 Custom Color - What's Old is New! Trae Bodge, Scott Catto and Chad Hayduk, the "Three" Specialists in Three Custom Color just introduced Light Brights, a lip color collection reminiscent of the 80's dance scene. Launched a few weeks ago, the lip colors are right on target for 2008's Spring/Summer color season that features bold, hot, and neon-like tones. The gleaming colors of fashion do not necessarily translate well when worn bold on skin. Day Glo Florescents collaborated with 3 Color Cosmetics to create 4 soft, sheer, modern, playful, wearable tints. The moisturizing stains are great for all skin tones and have names that evoke the nightlife of a totally awesome decade!
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. With face powder application, the size of brush matters! " People have a tendency to over powder their face after foundation application." James recommends using a small face brush (he uses a crease brush) to finish the face and create a flawless look. . His favorite finishing powder? Make Up Forever HD powder. . A natural looking brow is important! Use a gel liner to sketch in individual hairs. If needed, follow with taupe shadow or pencil in the brow to create a natural look. . James prefers to use taupe powder followed by a pencil to line the eyes. It offers a natural shadow and creates a softer gradation of color than lining completely with a dark black line. It also offers a guideline to follow so you don't have to worry about making mistakes.
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Eye Candy - Linda Mason, known for her out of the box non-traditional make-up application, just launched her latest book called Eye Candy. This step by step instructional book offers a range of visual applications from wearable everyday makeup to dramatic runway looks. Illustrated are 50 different eye color applications. It's easy to use and comprehend and great for color ideas in the product development marketing departments or for beginner make-up artists.
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Top 3 Myths of Air Brushed Make-up Application
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Myth: Airbrush application is hard. Truth: Airbrushing is as simple as point and spray. The "equipment" can be intimidating, but once you get passed that, application is a breeze…literally!
Myth: Airbrushed make-up means more moveable make-up. Truth: It's a given that your make-up foundation should be able to move with skin expressions whether air-brushed or manually applied. Make-up that doesn't budge is not your friend. Years ago alcohol based make-ups used with air-brushing caused cracking and peeling of foundation. Today's innovative formulas are water based and oil-free to reduce the dry look on skin without harsh mattifying agents.
Myth: HD (High Definition) Make-up is a product Truth: HD make-up is a technique. Whether applied with an airbrush or without, it's all about the talent of the hands that apply the make-up. Because of its full coverage, but ultra-sheer texture, airbrush makeup is one of the quickest and easiest ways to make sure your makeup stands up to the scrutiny of a hi-definition camera, but a hand-applied foundation can be meticulously blended to work well too.
The Truth about HD Make Up and Airbrushing
(James Vincent, Make Up Artist)
. Airbrushing is a great option for makeup artists and real women for daily use once the technique of application is learned.
. With HD photography, airbrushing does not always have to be the final option. You can achieve the same application used with fingers as you can with an airbrush, however, airbrush is favored for high definition photography because it deposits color in pixels (small particles), the same way TV translates it's image on the screen.
. Basically, the HD camera sees what the naked eye sees. It screens images 10x's more in HD so the need for less make-up application is a technique that is changing in the TV/photography/film industries.
. HD makeup is more mattifying on purpose! It's designed to read like skin on the HD monitor. The make-up starts out matt, then a natural shine will come through.
. James' recommendation for one of the best HD foundations; Make Up For Ever's new HD foundation. "Love the foundation! It's not limited to just HD use, it's a great option for everyday wear as well." The formula is beautiful and looks natural on skin. It has great coverage and can be used for any area of application."
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(James Vincent, Make Up Artist)
. Mineral powder foundations are really easy to apply. It's simple and works well for a quick application especially for today's busy lifestyle. "It's great for real women and makes them feel good."
. All makeup is mineral makeup. Mineral Makeup diffuses light and when applied the correct way gives a more flawless finish. It's made up of different shape and particle sizes that reflect and refract light.
. It's a great option for clients who have sensitive skin, post-op surgery, chemo or radiation.
. The best Mineral Makeup? James recommends Alison Rafaelle mineral foundation…"it's amazing".
. What tends to hinder the look of mineral make-up is the flash that is used during photography sessions. That's why professional makeup artists prefer other textures and methods of make-up application. The minerals create shine and flash it back in photos. If used all over the face it can create a shiny, sweaty, non-professional look.
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This time last year? I was just happy if anyone noticed the quirky, fun outfits I posted on my personal Instagram page. LOL .. i was just happy to share my obsession with textures, fabrics, and mixing / matching patterns. Any positive feedback for my unusual looks was great! Ultimately, I found a community of others online. These people took risks with their looks, what I affectionately now call fellow "fashion eccentrics," and it felt like finding home. These brave souls who effortlessly displayed their souls through their beauty and dress gave me the courage to snap more photos of myself. It was own my particular brand of self-expression ... each one, boosting my confidence.
In getting a bit more personal, I'll share that despite the impression the pictures throughout this blog might portray, I was a late bloomer ... an ugly duckling who only realized the beauty in the mirror around my 2nd year of college. Before then, I never considered anything about me remarkable or special. In middle school, I was a tall, African, awkward, dark skinned, kinky haired, and an introvert. Did I mention I was also a book nerd? LOL .. The list of my personal "uglies" at the time was a long one. I embodied all the things society (and shiny- suited 90's music videos at the time), said wasn't desirable. I was teased, ignored, and looked over during the 1st part of my freshman year in high school. Thankfully I made friends and surrounded myself with a crew of girls with strong outgoing personalities by the end of the year. They're still with me to this day, and know who they are as they read this post : ]. In all honesty, my breakthrough only came one day during my sophomore year in college. While getting ready for some long forgotten event, I happened to catch my reflection in my dorm room mirror ... and to my suprise, I loooved what I saw! I'm not sure what (if anything besides my confidence and perspective) changed, but I remember the day clearly, remarking "wow, I don't look so bad .. I actually .... kinda look cute!" .. *looks with puzzled face at my reflection* ....... it was in that moment, a future "selfie queen" was born, which the following video can attest to. LOL! I went from camera shy to that annoying person wanting to photograph and be pose for everything!
Flash forward to the present. As a lifelong creative, about three months ago, I took the plunge and entered the fashion arena. Big steps for a shy dorky awkward kid. : ]). What began as a small, cute hobby has quickly grown into something so much more. This passion project is shaping into the culmination of my life experiences, with each part of my past working as a puzzle piece to form a new and grander picture. As the picture unfolds, I am glimpsing a dream I only vaguely thought was possible. Putting my creativity ... my full self on display for the world is no easy feat. At my core, I am still that shy awkward girl, unsure if the world will "get (understand) me." There's a level of bravery that ultimately comes with putting pieces of your heart and soul out into the universe as living art .... to be seen, judged, consumed, and hopefully loved. No pressure right? Needless to say, I'm excited, but nervous as hell.
These are the beginning steps of owning my creativity and embarking on the "road less traveled." No more hiding my true self or my talents. I'm completely owning my free-spirit. Traveling, becoming an entrepreneur, being random as hell, and living wild and free is scary. This is especially true when, at this point in my life, all around me, the expectation is to get married, "settle down," have babies, work a 9-5, and build a picket fence. Embarking out on my own, stepping completely off the traditional life path, literally feels like stumbling out into the world blind folded .. into darkness … hoping that I'm making the right choice and that this won't be looked back on as some gross misstep. Right now, I have absolutely no blueprint for what I'm doing! It's all intuition and happiness at this point ... and it feel liberating.
Only time will tell, but for now, the adventure begins! … Living the fun creative life of my choosing, rather than the life my parents, my friends, or my prior expectations held for me. No longer playing it safe, hiding, or living out of fear of the unknown. I'm living life on my terms, and jumping out the plane … hoping my parachute opens! This, is only the beginning.


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Calvin Sears, 16
Calvin is a dedicated writer whose natural humor and warmth emerges in his poetry, essays, and other projects. He has been published in four volumes of the OMNIBUS and in a chapbook, I Rode My Yak to School, all published by 826michigan, a writing and tutoring center serving Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Detroit, Michigan students. He has attended their programs since he was an elementary school student.
In 2015, as a 13-year-old student in 826michigan's tutoring program, Sears interviewed Ypsilanti Mayor Amanda Edmonds. With some preparation help from 826michigan tutors, he led a 90-minute conversation with the Mayor in the tutoring space; they discussed crime, poverty, education, and more about the state of his home city. In 2016, he interviewed Alex Goldman of the Reply All podcast, for which Sears wrote a piece on Ann Arbor Pulp. As a high school student, Sears competes in speech and debate forensics and enjoys public speaking.
Sears is most passionate about fighting the discrimination and hate he sees in today's world, a reality that boggles his mind.
He hopes to attend the University of Michigan and study Economics.
My High School Experience Thus Far
As written in sonnets
by Calvin Sears
I walked into the building on the first day
only to find that I was all alone;
And though I had not much to say,
I had to make this school my own.
I tried to make myself some friends,
and into some groups I did break.
To romance, though, my will did bend,
and DEAR HOLY LORD was that a mistake.
Through thick and thin, I braved it all,
through the "drama", the "heartbreak", the "stress".
And though complaints rung through the halls,
that year may well have been my best.
Because I did not yet understand nor see
the awaiting horrors of ye olde IB.
The second year came, same as the first,
another year, not unlike the last.
However, this one may have been far worse,
as we collectively grew up too fast.
Not me, of course, for I'm far too naïve,
but my friends, they continued to change.
Existential, depressed like you wouldn't believe,
and relationship drama made them all deranged.
All was not lost for me though, my friends,
despite how the last quatrains seemed.
My friendships grew stronger, no breaks or bends,
and it felt like all had been redeemed.
However, again, to you all I remind,
of the IB's horrors weighing deep on our minds.
ALAS! The year that I teased so long is here!
The year of the IB Program's tight grip!
'Tis a curriculum all 'cross the land do fear,
and many a deck an IB student will flip.
However, between projects and homework and all,
another force did bring me gloom.
Again, into romantic peril did I fall,
which yet may have caused me my doom.
For after that mess did fall apart,
bringing my friends all in tow,
divisions were caused due to broken hearts,
setting all morale quite low.
Let my tale be a warning; be cautious, all thee,
there's a reason they don't test love in the IB.


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