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We will hold our Lottery for the 2017-18 school year today. To be included in this lottery, you must have turned in a 2017-18 application to SMCS by January 31st, 2017. This event is open to the public, but not mandatory to receive a space. We will contact families to inform them about placement once the lottery is concluded. You will be called if you receive a place and you will be emailed if you are on the wait list.
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This silver Trollbead represents the ninth sign of the zodiac, Sagittarius. Represented by the archer, this Trollbead is a perfect birthday gift or present for an astrology enthusiast. 22nd November - 21st December Pursuing Sagittarius ...Who loves the dim religious light: ...Who always keeps a star in sight? ...An optimist, both gay and bright - ...Sagittarius. Nicholas deVore
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Hicks Bay Motel Lodge
Situated among native bush on a bluff 250 meters above sea level over looking local beachs and township is "Hicks Bay Motel".
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Built in the 1960's we have maintained its kiwiana look, and have added touches to our rooms to make them more comfortable. Located where the morning sun first meets the horizon. Set on a bluff, 250 metres above sea level, in historic and botanical protected, unspoilt countryside.
Overlooking the beautiful Hicks Bay Waterways and town ship with 40 rooms and 60 seat restaurant.
We have a pool available for the warmer swimming months, tracks through the native bush to the beaches for those daily scenic walks and our own Glow worm grotto for the evening adventures. We also have a children's playground for use.
When planning to travel the East Coast, make you way along State Highway 35 and be sure to stop into our own bit of paradise.
Hicks Bay Motel Lodge, 5198 Te Araroa Road, Hicks Bay, Eastland, 4054, New Zealand.
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- 2.5 hours to Gisborne and 3.0 hours to Whakatane
- Nähe zum Busbahnhof
- 2.5 hours to Gisborne and 2.0 hours to Opotiki
- Nähe zur Stadt:
- Isolated 2.5 hours to Gisborne and 3.0 hours to Whakatane
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These Windows Let in Light at Floor Height/
If you don't have to-die-for views, but your home could be transformed with a little more natural light, consider the low-set window. Whether it shows off a garden, reveals feet walking by or just offers a glimpse into the world beyond your walls, windows set at floor height can be helpful in many ways. These unexpected window configurations may provide just the inspiration you need to bring more life and light into your house.
Dining drama. When there's a house directly next to yours, a window that opens to a garden and decorative wall makes much more sense than a more traditional window offering a view into the neighbor's kitchen or of a blank wall. Decorative pots in the garden add a designer touch.
Greenhouse. A similar approach here makes this garden part of the room, and the greenery is a nice contrast against all that concrete. "Our design maximizes the sense of space on a relatively tight site," says architect Sam Crawford. Transforming the run-down original house, built to the boundaries in the 1870s, was a challenge indeed.
On display. If you have an art or photo collection worthy of a gallery, windows high and low can create just the expanses of wall you need to show it off.
Wide shot. This entry stairway makes use of more than just a ribbon window at ground level to give it a sense of light and openness. Skylights and frosted glass in and around the door invite even more light inside.
Fitting in. This end-room window offers valuable privacy in a neighborhood where the homes sit closely together, but brings a splash of bright sunlight into this contemporary living room.
Heaven sent. The designer of this converted church made the most of the existing windows in the upper-level bedroom; the space is certain to remind the occupants of the building's former life.
Study zone. Few people like working in a box, but it's more pleasant with the addition of a floor-level window. Again, there isn't much of a view — it's more about letting in the light. Bonus: A window at this height won't cause glare on your screen.
Open house. The designer of this entryway used both high and low windows to create a sense of openness without making the occupants feel exposed to the street.
View point. The low-set window here opens to an outdoor eating area and a neighbor's fence. The window makes less of the view but still does what it is supposed to in terms of light.
In the flow. This condo is on a hill. The low-set operable windows catch the breezes; higher windows at the back of the room draw the air through, up and out. The large, uninterrupted panes of glass keep the views open.
Low down. Succulents bring the outside in with this low-set window and break up a blank wall. The window echoes the low-slung forms so common in midcentury modern homes like this one, and their interiors.
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With 4 services across 2 campuses it can be hard to get to know people. On Aug. 15 at 6pm we will gather at the Old Timer's Shelter at Ann Morrison Park and celebrate what God has done in the last 6 months with homemade ice cream, baptisms, and fun & games.
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Earlier Event: August 7School Drive for Taft Elementary
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Shot in the city of Asakusa, Tokyo.
During rambling along the streets, I found a queue on the sidewalk. They were waiting for their turn in front of a Tempura restaurant. Because of the situation, the restaurant could serve the delicious dishes.
In the meantime, a rickshaw came to the place. The rickshaw man stopped his vehicle in a corner of the street and started to guide. He stretched his left arms and talked something to his customer. His appearance was old fashioned. And I felt as if he was a time traveler.


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Cassidy trounces Landrieu, wins La. Senate seat
Republican Rep. Bill Cassidy crushed Sen. Mary Landrieu in Saturday's Senate runoff, giving Republicans a final Senate victory in a big year for the party.
With about 80 percent of precincts reporting, Cassidy was leading Landrieu by 17 percentage points. The three-term Democrat was an underdog; the result was not a surprise.
With Cassidy's win, Republicans will control 54 of the Senate's 100 seats in the next Congress.
Landrieu's chances looked bleak from the start. She won 42 percent in the Nov. 4 election, but Cassidy and conservative Rob Maness won the rest. Because no one won a majority, the two top finished vied in Saturday's runoff.
The rejection of Landrieu was another blow to the party in the South, where incumbents lost Senate races in North Carolina and Arkansas.
The national party and its supporters all but forgot Landrieu in the weeks leading up to the runoff. She tried to stress her knowledge of local issues, and arranged a Senate vote on the Keystone XL pipeline. But that effort fell a vote short – while in the House of Representatives, a Cassidy Keystone bid succeeded.


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The divinity schools at Duke and Vanderbilt Universities have instructed their professors to start using more "inclusive" language when referring to God because the masculine pronouns "have served as a cornerstone of the patriarchy."
For example: This year's divinity course catalog at Vanderbilt tells professors to give "consistent attention to the use of inclusive language, especially in relation to the Divine," because the school "commits continuously and explicitly to include gender as an analyzed category and to mitigate sexism."
"It is up to the individual professor's interpretation for their classes and is suggestive rather than mandatory," the associate dean for academic affairs at Vanderbilt's divinity school, Melissa Snarr, said in an e-mail to Heat Street.
Now, that may sound generous, but in many cases, it's really not up to the professor. For example, if we are talking about the Christian God, every single reference to Him in the Bible uses a masculine pronoun . . . which kind of gives you the vibe that Christians have decided that their god is a 'He.' The fact is, teaching anything else would be giving inaccurate information -- which is what makes Duke's guidelines even more absurd.
According to Heat Street, Duke's particular divinity school is "geared toward people already working in the Methodist church, taking supplemental weekend or summer classes." Yes, "Methodist," as in the Christian religion that has already completely, officially, 100 percent decided that their God is masculine. Adventists have, anyway.
Duke's guidelines suggest avoiding gender specific pronouns when discussing Him and suggest using "God" and "Godself" instead.
You heard it right -- "Godself."
Now listen:
The great thing about America is that your religion can be whatever you choose it to be. But then the crazies weigh in. If, in their eyes, God is a woman or genderfluid or a toaster oven, then you can totally refer to God as being a woman or genderfluid or a toaster oven. It's all good bro--literally no one is stopping you. In fact, there is an entire Constitution protecting your right to worship His Holiness Microwave if that's how you want to live your life. But if you are talking about the God of the Christian religion, then it's just plain inaccurate to refer to The Father as anything but "Him." It would be like teaching a class on Abraham Lincoln and calling him "she."
There is a point where obsession over political correctness just plain blinds people from basic facts. You can call me an old-fashioned mouse, but I really do believe that facts are still the way to go. And truth!


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New white paper on children's health released
Oliver co-wrote a white paper on children's health needs in Michigan in conjunction with a consortium of stakeholders through a grant from the Michigan Health Endowment. This report is timely as the state legislature is considering an increased appropriation for children's mental health services.
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Acts 19:27-28 English Standard Version (ESV)
27 And there is danger not only that this trade of ours may come into disrepute but also that the temple of the great goddess Artemis may be counted as nothing, and that she may even be deposed from her magnificence, she whom all Asia and the world worship."
28 When they heard this they were enraged and were crying out, "Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!"
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Perhaps absorbed with her own thoughts yet possibly aware of some degree of scrutiny from others - or both.
Pencil on stonehenge - 16"x20"
© Marcia Cohen LaBelle 2010
I received this deliciously painted award from long time friend and fellow artist, Barbara Muir
two weeks ago. She has also promised to prepare a nutritious repast for me the next time I visit,
peach crepes and I suppose strawberries will soon be in season as well.
But she is v busy with a show coming up at the Amsterdam Whitney gallery in NY so I'll give her breathing space until after that exhibit - one must be considerate! Thank you Barbara for this Happy Art Award, it makes me v happy and a tad hungry as well.


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Analogue Solutions - Vostok Deluxe [USED]
Used in Excellent Condition.
Manufacturer Description
The Vostok Deluxe features a Midi to CV/Gate-converter, 3 VCOs (one with sub-oscillator), a VCA, an AC-coupled ring modulator, 2 ADSRs with repeat, 3 LFOs, a sample and hold circuit, CV/audio-mixer with VU-meter and a multiples. the eight-step-sequencer has a new step repeat function. The Accurtonics spring reverb has a thre-spring-tank for dense sound.
The Ms20 filters are separate low pass and high pass filters. The high pass filter can be used as a low pass as well, so you can obtain a 24dB lowpass by patching the filters in series.
The Vostok is not prepatched - all audio and CV connections have to be done manually by patchcords and/or the pin matrix.


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Staff Correspondent: National Board of Revenue (NBR) has decided to install scanners at all sea, river, land and air ports to strengthen security as well as prevent the siphoning off money through export and import.
To this end, the revenue authority is going to procure 100 scanners by 2020, which would be installed at all ports gradually, officials said.
Md Gius Kamal, first secretary at Customs Modernization and Project Management Department of NBR said "We have taken the decision of
installing scanners at all ports to avert any risk regarding security and
revenue collection."
Revealing that the scanners would be collected by December 2020, he said "At first seven scanners would be procured for Chattogram ports to look at in and out bound containers."
Among the 12 gates of Chattogram ports, at present, five gates have scanners. Officials said earlier the Working Committee on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Financial Terrorism has directed all the ports in the country to install scanners.
The NBR has taken the move which would also help Bangladesh upgrade its rating. In addition, it would also be evaluated at the upcoming meeting of the Asia Pacific Group (APG), they added.
Finance Minister A H M Mustafa Kamal after taking the office also directed to install scanners at all ports.
Scanning or non-intrusive inspection (NII) refers to non-destructive
methods of inspecting and identifying goods in transportation systems. It is
often used for scanning of intermodal freight shipping containers.
The scanning system would also help check import and export goods to
prevent money laundering through invoicing or any other means.
Replying to a query, Gius Kamal said different types of scanners are being
used at ports to check containers. "So, scanners would be installed
considering the requirement and necessity at each port."
He said government provides cash incentive against many goods to promote
export. "But, many dishonest exporters do trickery and send other goods
instead of designated one inside the container to bag the cash incentive, and
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Williams Shield Gala 2018
Two teams were entered in this years Williams Shield gala, where Paignton's 12 and under swimmers were pitted against those from Brixham, Oddicombe, Newton Abbot and Torquay Leander.
The event gave many of the swimmers in Paignton B-team their first taste of competitive swimming and they all rose to the occasion, with plenty of exciting races for the spectators to cheer.
Paignton A team came second overall to a very strong Newton Abbot team. As always, many thanks to all of our volunteers who gave up their time to help, including our Junior Captains who helped to keep the whole event running smoothly.


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An ingenuous bit of technology hacking by inmates has forced staff at a UK prison to keep a close eye on computer equipment.
Prisoners at the Addiwell prison in Scotland discovered a way to charge their cell phones using a computer mouse and a PS3. By plugging the mice into the PS3 USB ports and manipulating the wires, the inmates discovered that they could supply power to their phones without the guards finding out.
A source at the prison said that at first, the prison staff couldn't figure out why so many mice were going missing. It wasn't until they discovered some actually plugged into the PS3 consoles during cell searches that they realized what was going on. According to the source, the prison has instituted a policy which says that after any session involving computers, the prisoners can't leave until all the mice are accounted for.
HMP Addiwell is a privately run prison built in 2008. Inmates supposedly refer to it as "Addison," after the Raddision hotel chain, because its facilities are more modern and comfortable than the typical UK Prison. PS3 consoles are apparently just one part of this, as cells also have flat screen televisions, and en suite bathroom facilities.
Obviously, I'm not about to condone the prisoners behavior - they stole mice to power phones they weren't ever supposed to have - but I can't help but be a little impressed by their ingenuity. As sci-fi author William Gibson once said, "the street [or in this case, the prison] finds its own uses for things."
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An insulin pump isn't usually part of a pageant queen's wardrobe. But Sierra Sandison, the newly crowned Miss Idaho, became a social media sensation by strutting the stage with her insulin pump clipped to her swimsuit waistband.
Since Sandison posted the photo Monday, it has received more than 4,500 likes, 2,700 shares and inspired dozens of parents to post photos of their own daughters proudly wearing their own insulin pumps.
TWEETED TOO SOON! It has now been shared 1,730 times and has over 3,000 likes! Im dying guys!! #showmeyourpump #doc pic.twitter.com/o0ZT9Pjyr9— Sierra Anne Sandison (@sierra_anne93) July 16, 2014
"Honestly, it is terrifying walking out on stage in a swimsuit, let alone attached to a medical device," she said in the post accompanying the photo. "My message to everyone, diabetic or not, is that we all have something that doesn't 'measure up' to the beauty standards set by the media--and that is okay! It does not make you any less beautiful."
"Thank you for proudly showing your insulin pump! My daughter 11.5 dxd at tender age of 14 months does the same!" one mom named Bonnie Pfeiler wrote in a comment under Sandison's photo. Pfeiler included a photo of her smiling daughter in a bathing suit with her insulin pump clipped to the waistband.
Sandison, 20, who won the Miss Idaho crown on Saturday, said she struggled with her Type 1 diabetes diagnosis in 2012.
Her proud display of the medical device has now sparked a Twitter campaign, asking people to post photos of themselves with their insulin pumps on social media with the hashtag #showmeyourpump.
Here are some responses to Miss Idaho's Twitter campaign:
no shame in the pumpin' game ?? #showmeyourpump #pumpitup #diabeetus @sierra_anne93 pic.twitter.com/RjXwG8lZGn— Danielle Adams (@DanielleAdams5) July 18, 2014
I have diabetes;diabetes doesn't have me. #showmeyourpump pic.twitter.com/7uzUcnKWZd— katie elizabeth (@kmcphar) July 18, 2014
#type1diabetes #showmeyourpump pic.twitter.com/8fw2OmltWq— Airica Cooper (@airicaregan) July 18, 2014
Working out all hooked up #showmeyourpump #stretchmarks pic.twitter.com/OjXGX14oYR— type one (@imtype1) July 18, 2014
#showmeyourpump pic.twitter.com/NrN8X1pTA5— Big Tone (@Tonypapola) July 16, 2014
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Pearson to Invest in Private Schools In Developing Countries
Pearson has launched a $15 million fund to invest in low-cost private schools in Asia and Africa. The for-profit Affordable Learning Fund is chaired by Sir Michael Barber, who was Tony Blair's education advisor in the United Kingdom. Sir Michael claims that they can provide high quality private education for as little as three to five dollars a month per child in some of the emerging markets.
"Low-cost private schools are cheaper than government schools but often get significantly better results – sometimes twice as good," said Sir Michael, who was appointed as Pearson's chief education adviser in May 2011.
Gideon Spanier, in the Independent, reports that up to 70% of kids already receive private education in some parts of Pakistan, and that there is a widespread feeling that government service is unreliable — so private schools have a very necessary role.
"Parents are desperate to get their kids into education and feel governments aren't giving them the quality and consistency they want," added Sir Michael, noting that "on any given day, 20-25 per cent of teachers don't turn up" in some government schools in India.
The fund will invest in both existing and new schools. Sir Michael said that the fund will be focused on aiding poor families rather than the middle class. The fund will also provide support services, such as teacher training, for the schools it invests in.
The Pearson fund's first investment will be in Omega Schools, a private chain in Ghana, which has been developed by the local entrepreneur Ken Donkoh and James Tooley, professor of education policy at Newcastle University in England.
Pearson owns the Financial Times and book publisher Penguin, although 80% of its operating profits last year were from education.
Recently Pearson have been garnering some bad press in the US with a series of test question debacles and questions raised over the ethics of financing free international trips for education commissioners whose states do business with the company.
Although there has been some criticism of the plans, Sir Michael rejects this:
He dismissed suggestions that Pearson's investment looked relatively small. "$15m to get started actually goes a long way in this field."
"We have hope and reason to believe that some other investors will follow our lead,"
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So I have been having dreams of Portuguese sweet bread for the last two months or so. It is the most wonderful carbohydrate on the planet. My girlfriend, Nicole, and I love it so much that we even spent a whole Saturday back in high school trying to make it from scratch. We wasted a lot of eggs and made quite a mess of things. But I don't need to make it from scratch anymore! Our Costco bakery makes them fresh has them labeled as "Sweet Rolls". I'm in bread heaven... And, yes, this was totally worth a blog post.
08 January 2009
Sweet, sweet Costco!
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07 January 2009
California Christmas
This was a California Christmas year, which is the reason behind the absence of that yummy pine smell in my house this December, but I digress... California was great - full of family, friends (apologies to those we missed), and great memories. On our way out of state, my mom and aunt joined us to see Disneyland through Amelia's eyes. I think this series of photos pretty well illustrates what taking an 18-month old through the Park is like. What a fun day!
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This is why we can't leave the house.
I suppose I deserve this somehow, after the way I chose to dress myself as a child. My poor mother. But if you ask me to meet you for lunch, I might just have to send my regrets because I refuse to allow my darling daughter to be photographed by the paparazzi wearing the things that she does. That's my job.
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SHOWING THE WAY: Debutant Marlon Solofuti giving instructions behind the tryline during Southern Beaches' win over Nelson Bay on Saturday. Picture: Max Mason-HubersAFTER just one game, Marlon Solofuti is already enjoying the change of pace at Southern Beaches following the pressures of eight years in French professional rugby.
But the 35-year-old flanker can also feel the drive for a maiden premiership at his new club, who he debuted for in a 38-26 win over Nelson Bay on Saturday.
Solofuti has settled in Charlestown with wife, Marlene, and seven-year-old son, Maximus, after finishing his time in France.
The Samoan powerhouse comes from Pro D2 French club Soyaux Angoulêmel, who he joined after helpingSection Paloise progress to the Top 14 league in 2015.
He also played with Toyota Verblitz in Japan for two years and for Manly in the Shute Shield between international contracts.
Now, though, he is keen to take a step back and explore life after professional rugby with theBeaches.
"I enjoyed it," Solofuti said of his debut.
"I'm used to a lot ofpressure to perform. It's a different type of rugby here. It's actually quite fun.
"It's so dirty, the rugby back in Europe, in the rucks and scrums, so you've really got to be prepared.
"On the weekend, I really just enjoyed myself, going back to the basics and just playing rugby."
Solofuti and his family chose the easygoing lifestyle of Newcastle over a return to Sydneyand a potential stint in the Shute Shield.
He is keen, though,to play on past this season and offer guidance on and off the field.
"Rugby has given me so much, I've travelled so much around the world and I wouldn't have experienced what Ihave without rugby, so I'd like to give a little bit back as well," he said.
"I thought this was a league town but there's so much rugby talent here and in ,so I'd like to get involved in development. I coach my son's team a bit as well, so it's just about giving a bit back.
"And I know all the guys at Southern Beaches are pretty keen to win something, because I don't think they've won a premiership.
"Every team I've been with, we've won something, so I want to use my experience and transfer it to these guys."
Beaches coach Johan Lourens believed Solofuti would offer leadership and a professional edge to his third-placed side as they looked to challenge the competition's elite.
"He's a strong ball carrier and he's got a real rugby mind on his shoulders, so I only see good things ahead for us with him," Lourens said.
"He really adds something to the team and the boys really enjoy his company which is probably the most important thing. On the weekend, he obviously hadn't touched a ball in quite a while, but what we saw we were happy with, so we're looking forward to the future."


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Seth Ward joined Brown Brothers Harriman in 2006 and serves as a Senior Relationship Manager in the Boston Private Banking office. Prior to BBH, he spent 10 years at State Street Global Advisors in client service and sales, working with institutional and individual investors. At State Street, he developed State Street Global Advisors' practice dedicated to single and multi-family offices and the consulting community that services the ultra-high-net-worth market. He presently serves as a trustee responsible for the investment management of the $30 million 1660 Grammar School in the Town of Ipswich Trust. Mr. Ward received his B.A. in political science from Yale University and his MBA from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration.


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Lesser-known rival to Look And Learn. On latter issues of Finding Out the cover folds out with a continuation of the frontispiece panorama ( as with the Battle of Britain cover above ). As with Look And Learn the text doesn't patronise and the larger features are wonderfully written and make terrific bedtime reading to this very day. No advertising or photographs for this lot although that may well have contributed to their downfall. I don't remember this magazine, the latest issue I have is from 1965 so I'm guessing they didn't last much longer. How much do I love colour sat processes?
Wednesday, 24 March 2010
Urchins were sponges.
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Rafa Benitez has been given a boost to his threadbare squad, with the potential return of Paul Dummett and Mikel Merino. According to HITC, the Newcastle manager told the Shields Gazette that both absentees are nearing a return to the squad.
The two players return at the most opportune time, with the congested festive fixtures on the horizon. Dummet's return will seem more monumental with the player being sidelined with a hamstring injury since his side's opening day loss to Tottenham.
The composed Spanish midfielder, Merino has missed Newcastle's last three games with a back injury: "Merino's been doing part of the training session, and Dummett has done the full training session, so that's positive news for us," Benitez told the Shields Gazette.
The Tyneside club have lost the three games that the Spaniard has missed through injury. His last appearance for the club saw him scoring the 86th-minute winner against Crystal Palace on October 21, which has signified the players importance to the newly-promoted side.
However, Dummett's absence at the left-back slot has been successfully covered by both Javier Manquillo and Jesus Gamez.
Although Benitez offered the Newcastle the positive progress on the two absentees, he was rather coy about whether either player would feature over the weekend.
Newcastle host Watford on Saturday, where the Geordies will hope rediscover their winning form which saw them placed in the top half of the table after 10 games.
The Magpies are currently on a three-match losing streak, and now find themselves 11th, just off the cusp of the top half of the table.


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All of us have secrets. Secrets that are so dark that it could threaten our current reputation. Secrets that can be so dangerous that if anybody were to know about them, our life as we know it would end.
Also, some of us have secrets that we regret. Secrets due to crimes that we have committed in the past when we were young and reckless. It does not matter what religion or school of thought that we adhere to, but all of us, one way or another, committed an act that is seen as disgraceful and embarrassing in the eyes of the public and thus, required to keep it a secret. However, the good thing about secrets is that secrets are not known to the public unless you said it out yourself. No one can force the truth out of you and you have the right to keep it to yourself.
It is in fact very dangerous for someone else to know our secrets as it might be used against us if we so happen to be hated.
However, some of us want to move on from the secrets we keep. We can no longer tolerate the emotional burden that comes along with it. We want to forget about it and restart afresh. However, that is like asking a fish to climb a tree. It is impossible. Secrets are a part of who we are. The emotional stress and burden that comes along with it, especially painful secrets, shapes us into who we are today, both the good and the bad. Remove secrets and we are no longer ourselves. Therefore, I personally think that instead of attempting to forget our secrets, we should instead view them from a different angle, we should learn from them.
All of us have secrets, they can bring us down and destroy us or you can ally with them and grow into a better human.


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Garlic Bread
Garlic Bread and Mama Mancini's Meatballs in Sauce, perfect together.
Here is my recipe for Garlic Bread and this recipe will be enough for a 12″-14″ loaf of Italian bread. I love garlic bread and I make all types using different cheeses and herbs. The recipe here is absolutely delicious and a great starting point.
You'll need:
- 8-tbs of room temp butter
- 10-12 garlic cloves minced real fine into a paste
- extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4-cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4-tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2-tsp dry oregano
- 1/2-tsp salt
- 1/4-tsp black cracked pepper
- Put the butter, garlic, salt, oregano, pepper and red pepper in a bowl and mix to form a paste.
- Slice your bread in half lengthwise and place on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil on the open side of the bread and spread it around with the back of a spoon.
- Take the garlic paste and using a spread it evenly all over the open side of the bread on top of the olive oil.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese on the spread.
- Let this sit for 10 minutes before baking.
- Place the baking sheet into a pre heated 450 degree oven.
- Bake the bread until it is golden brown.
- Slice and serve.
- You can finish with some minced parsley and more grated cheese if you like.
I love garlic so I use a lot even more then what I listed here but that's up to you.
Daniel Mancini
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SEK 4 billion into investment funds in April
In April, investment funds recorded a total net inflow of SEK 4.2 billion. Net deposits were primarily made in balanced funds and bond funds, whereas equity funds and money market funds recorded net withdrawals. The total fund assets in Sweden increased during the month by SEK 158 billion and amounted at the end of April to a new record-high level, SEK
4 196 billion.
Investment funds recorded a total net inflow of SEK 4.2 billion in April. Balanced funds had net deposits of SEK 2.8 billion and bond funds had net deposits of SEK 1.2 billion. Also hedge funds saw a net inflow of SEK 1 billion. Equity funds and money market funds, on the other hand, recorded net outflows of SEK 0.4 billion each during the month.
So far in 2018, total net sales of investment funds amounts to SEK 12.4 billion, of which SEK 6.8 billion have been invested in balanced funds.
"In April fund investors continued to prioritize lower risk by investing primarily in balanced funds and bond funds. Equity funds recorded for the third month in a row a net outflow. The total fund assets in Sweden nevertheless recorded a new record of
SEK 4 196 billion", says Gustav Sjöholm, Financial Savings Economist at the Swedish Investment Fund Association.
In April, many of the world's stock markets had positive returns and the value of the Stockholm Stock exchange (including dividends) rose by over 4 percent. Equity funds recorded, despite this, a total net outflow of SEK 0.4 billion during the month. The largest withdrawals were made from Sweden funds and European funds, whereas global funds and Nordic funds recorded net inflows.
So far in 2018, equity funds have recorded a total net outflow of SEK 1.1 billion. Sweden funds have had net withdrawals of SEK 11.8 billion, whereas global funds have recorded net inflows of SEK 11.2 billion. It is also notable that index funds have recorded net inflows of over SEK 11 billion so far this year.
Bond funds recorded a total net inflow of SEK 1.2 billion in April, of which SEK 0.3 billion constituted net deposits in corporate bond funds. So far in 2018, total net sales of bond funds amounts to SEK 2.3 billion.
The total fund assets in Sweden increased in April by SEK 158 billion and amounted at the end of the month to a record-high SEK 4 196 billion. Of the total fund assets, SEK 2 491 billion (equivalent to 59 percent) was invested in equity funds.
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Aloha! Hawaii, the beautiful islands of tropical paradise, is a concept the everybody loves doing when they go for a summer vibe. Although it may seem a bit cliché at times, you can never go wrong with a bunch of tiki masks, some totem poles, and a few flaming torches on the sides. Oh, and if you are willing to go the extra mile, you can put up huts and palm trees around the area. That would be crazy but in a good way. You may also see floral invitation templates.
If you are going for a luau concept for any type of event, it wouldn't be complete without a luau invitation. Luau invitations may have the same graphical elements in them but you can switch it up in multiple ways for various occasions. With that said, we have luau invitation designs and templates ready to feed your eyes with stunningly beautiful aesthetics which you will surely like and appreciate. They are catered for an array of occasions such as birthday, graduation, and, of course, tiki parties. You might also want to check out some tips on how to word a luau invitation.
The hosts of the event often go for a Luau theme simply because it's fun for the guests. The colorful tropical flowers, the floral patterned shirts, the grass skirts, the tiki masks, and other Hawaiian elements are just entertaining to look at. You will definitely feel the heat and the summer vibe even if you're holding the event in winter! With that in mind, the guests will be enthusiastic about attending the event if the invitation will exude exactly that. So, if you are wondering how to make the perfect luau invitation, look no further as we have prepared tips and steps on how to make one.
The details that the invitation contains will define how good the host is in terms of relaying information. You should take note of the important things to include and make sure that they are final to avoid wasting the production of the sample invitations or sending messages to the guests about the errors unless it's an update due to an unforeseen circumstance that changed the whole timeline of the event.
More often than not, invitation designs are made to be extravagant or something that has a special flair. They are the appetizers to a full-course meal. They set the mood. They hype up the expectation and anticipation of the guests. They are your introduction to the world of wonders. In the case of luau invitation, there is more than just a couple of palm trees and tropical fruits to make a stunning design. Crafting a design takes as much time in planning as it does in execution. You can never start the design without properly knowing what you want it to be and how you should go over it. Check the tips that you need to take note of in order to create an impressive luau invitation!
The variety of fruits and flowers makes up for most of the design. But even though luau is all about that, you can still opt to make it something that's black and white. It's your invitation anyway. Besides, there is more to black and white than their simplicity. You can use them to create a sleek, stylish, or classy look for an invitation. There are those who prefer minimalistic color tones for their design, and using a black and white color scheme is one way to achieve it. Colors are essential elements which you should use carefully as they can greatly affect your design.
Luau parties are fun and colorful and everything that you imagine in a tropical and summer party. There's a certain flair to a luau-themed party that makes it unique and entertaining. Maybe it's because of the design, like the tiki masks, palm trees, huts, and colorful flowers that exude the perfect summer vibe. And you know how summer parties get into crazy levels sometimes. And since a luau party has that certain kind of charm, the design of invitation should not be far too behind.
The luau invitation designs and templates that we have shown you can cater for different events, like birthdays, bridal showers, and even a graduation. Pick the one you think will be the perfect fit for your event. They are all beautiful, so you won't have to worry about picking the best of the best because they are all of standard quality. We do hope you have enjoyed going through our list of luau invitations. We wish you all the best in your event. Good luck and have fun!


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Meiotic Chromosome Dynamics in C. elegans
Meiosis is an essential cell division process that creates haploid cells (e.g., sperm and eggs) from diploid precursors. Errors in meiosis cause many human reproductive problems, from infertility to birth defects. Using the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans as a model system for its excellent genetic and cytological qualities, we aim to find the mechanisms underlying correct pairing and synapsis of homologous chromosomes, as well as regulation of recombination.


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A relaxing and pretty country design, only stone left.
Made in England from 100% cotton percale this delicate sprig design will look lovely in traditional and contemporary homes.
Made in England from 100% Cotton percale. Swatches of this fabric is available on request – please use contact us! The lighter toned photo is the correct colour, the branded photo colour is distorted by the packaging.
Single Duvet Cover 140 x 200cms
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It's true that there's nothing we like more than a freebie or PERi-PERi chicken, which is why we're desperate to get involved in Nando's free sauce bottles tomorrow.
The restaurant is celebrating St. David's Day by giving away free sauce bottles for anyone named David - or Davina - across branches in Wales. Sadly, our name isn't David - and yours likely isn't either - but your brother? Dad? Sibling? IT'S FREE NANDO'S, PEOPLE. And Davina counts!
Nando's announced they were giving away free bespoke bottles of PERi-PERi sauce to any customer named David, who visits a Welsh Nando's restaurant on March 1st, aka St. David's Day.
Any David (or Dafydd, Dewi, Dai, Dafina or Davina) who can show proof of their name, will receive a bottle of Nando's Medium PERi-PERi sauce, bespoke with their name, when they spend £7 in restaurant.
BUY NOW Nando's PERi-PERi 1L Medium Sauce Bottle, £16.00, Debenhams
Participating restaurants include:
- Cardiff Mermaid Quay
- Cardiff Old Brewery Quarter
- Cardiff St David's
- Talbot Green
- Nantgarw
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Swansea
- Llanelli
- Newport Retail Park
- Newport Friars Walk
The free sauce bottle comes as Nando's announced they were launching their spiciest sauce, the PERi-PERi Vusa, in supermarkets, so you can bring the fire of their spiciest chicken to your kitchen.
They explained at the time, "Meaning 'excitement and fire' in Zulu, Nando's PERi-PERi Vusa combines more PERi-PERi chillies than any other sauce with Nando's distinctive ingredients including citrus, garlic and onion for an intense, full-bodied taste."
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There is an upcoming UK tour of a new Disney LIVE! show Mickey's Music Festival> , in the past few years there's been a Mickey magic & rock show, a Disney Princess with Belle, Snow and Cindy and a Winnie the Pooh show touring around using the same Disney LIVE! concept from Feld Entertaiment closely following the proven Disney on Ice concept but aimed at even younger childeren, in this show Mickey and friends sing upbeat remixes of songs from The Little Mermaid, Toy Story and Aladdin guest starring the famous characters themselves. From Aladdin there seem to be Al, Jas and Genie in the show.
Here's a clip from the show with Spanish soundtrack as it played in Tenerife.
Sounds like they used the orignal lyrics from the movie. Atleast A Whole New World sounds the same. The project is nice but should have looked 2D, the dancing palace is fun but odd looking and the dance sequence is a bit lame as it's the same tricks used on the Disney On Ice shows


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Towards the end of May, I was given an opportunity that most creative people only dream of. For two months, I wouldn't have to go to work. No one was paying me for my time. It was something that I had to save up for, but it has been worth it.
For the last two months, I haven't had to deal with my commute and my twelve hour days. I had my mornings to myself so that I could focus on my real work and afternoons with my kids. When I came into the summer, I had a notion that I was going to have my book done by July 15th. I missed that deadline completely. I have hung September 15th out there as the new deadline and I think that's where some of my anxiety is coming from.
For over a year, I have been a task master. I managed to outline and write a first draft. From there, I have worked on my second draft on an almost daily basis. It's been a grind at times, but I have continued to deliver.
My schedule is about to change. In less that two weeks, I will be back at my day job for another ten months. I've made peace with a lot of things about it. However, it takes an unbelievable amount of time to do what I do. I figured out how to balance it out last year and keep the words coming for my book. There are no guarantees that I will be successful this year.
It's entirely possible that I go back to work and blow it. I get caught up in the office politics and forget my goals. I miss a day here and a day there. Before I know it, I let a few weeks slip by without producing anything. It's a horrible idea, but I'd be willing to bet that there are more people who slip up where I am right now than those that don't.


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In order to view many special format files on the WWW that are available, you often need a separate application or "helper" application. The browser will download the special format file and pass it seamlessly to the helper app if everything is configured properly. This document is intended to explain some of the basics of this process, how to get the helper apps, and how to set things up.
Chemical MIME types describe the many different file types for data of chemical interest. The chemical MIME type has been accepted for use by the NIH and therefore will probably catch on with the chemical community.


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I love simple flavour's and i'm not a fan of too much cheese (yes I know, who doesn't like cheese) so this pizza is one of my favorites as the Teleggio cheese, although it has a strong smell the taste is quite mild.
Makes 1 Pizza
200g White Bread Dough
Olive oil to brush
4 pink fingerling potatoes
½ jar PRONTO MAMA'S marinated mushrooms, with thyme
75g telleggio, sliced
5 sprigs thyme, pulled off stem
Maldon Salt to Sprinkle
Preheat Oven to 200°C.
Roll the dough into thin circle, and then place it on abaking sheet. Brush the base with olive oil.
Layer the slices of potato on top, along with themushrooms and teleggio cheese. Sprinkle with half the thyme and Maldon salt.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until dough is golden brown and potatoes are cooked. Add the rest of the thyme and serve hot.
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The Replicon presentation deck needed a modern update to match our new, more modern brand guidelines. I spent time creating a simple to use, yet clean deck that could be edited by nearly anyone, regardless of skill, but still keep on brand. The finalized deck which was rolled out to the marketing team and select groups throughout the company included 15 example slides, a package of icons, multiple premade images with product screens implanted, and a folder of pre-approved stock images.
This deck has been used for simple internal presentation up to complex, animated and looping trade show booth presentations.
Main Goals: Easy to use, Clean aesthetic, On Brand, Possible to 'spice' up for more complex uses.
Roles: Graphic Designer (deck redesign), Art Director (present iterations of slides using this deck)
Design: Template creation, Brand unification, Illustration of graphics, Page layout


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2. the high priestess
key words / concepts / symbols
+ the answer is within you
+ listening to and trusting your intuition
+ looking beneath the surface
+ getting therapy
+ exploring or studying spirituality
+ taking a non-rational approach
+ knowing things that you can't explain
+ stillness, quiet, passivity, meditation
+ a witch or wise woman
+ lunar cycles
+ spell work and ritual
+ mystery
+ the moon (intuition)
+ water (still, reflective)
+ a veil
+ scripture or text
+ "The High Priestess sits at the shadowy gateway between your conscious, everyday mind, and all that lies beneath. There is so much down there, it can be hard to make sense of it all. Ancestral knowledge, passed down through blood or culture. Lessons learned unconsciously in childhood. Socialisation. Trauma (both our own, and that which we inherit). Forgotten wisdom, connection to nature, spirit and lunar cycles. The knowledge of body and soul. The knowledge of what lies beyond. Though we aren't always able to access this information, our bodies remember. Our souls remember. And we carry all of it within us." - The Little Red Tarot
+ "A person with limited experience and knowledge is considered to be of limited talent and potential. An artist should always be learning. And not with any end result in mind, just guided by her own curiosity." - The Creative Tarot
+ "The transcendent knowing that lives in the marrow of our bones. The premonition of the inevitable, the inward awareness, and from that spark, a particular magic." - The Mesquite Tarot
The High Priestess is who I, on the days I am vibing with my Scorpio Rising, consider to be my Evolved Self. I want to dive into the still waters of knowledge and use it to create, create, create. The High Priestess is where my art needs to make its home. In the ancestral knowledge of symbolism, herbalism, magic, and the earth. The powers of all those things run through my veins because they've been passed down. I love them, I love my past even when it hurts me. I am here to know and learn and dive deeper.


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- Roscommon Business Expo
When: Annually in May (this year's event has passed, but it's never too soon to prepare for next year!)
Where: CRAF Center
City: Rocsommon, MI
Website: http://business.hlrcc.com/events/details/hlrcc-business-expo-05-16-2018-358
What: A business and recreation expo featuring what Higgins Lake, Roscommon, and surrounding communities have to offer.
Contact Irene Jantz for more information:
(989) 846-9577 or (800) 433-0983


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Reporters for CCTV tested the ice at KFC, McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD), and fast food chain Kongfu. All three failed government standards for potability, but McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) ice was cleaner than toilet water. Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM) and McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) issued statements they would be investigating, and that food safety was their highest concern.
Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM), with 39,000 KFC, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut restaurants, was beginning to recover from its December 2012 chicken controversy, in which its supplier Liuhe Group was providing chickens with excessive antibiotics and growth hormones. June same store sales at KFC China had improved, although they were still down 10%.
Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM) was the China play for investors wary of investing in Chinese-based companies, and with China accounting for over half of Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM)'s revenue things were just Peking ducky.
Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM) has now reported three consecutive disappointing quarters, and a highlight of the most recent Q2 report on July 10 was a 20% drop in same store sales in China, a 63% decline in Chinese operating profit, and a 5.0 percentage point decline in margins, again, thanks to China.
CEO David Novak two weeks ago said, "The good news is that China sales are recovering as expected. The extensive media surrounding Avian flu in China has subsided and same-store sales at KFC are clearly improving… As KFC sales continue to recover, we expect to have solid momentum in China heading into 2014."
He also announced the company was on track to open 700 new China KFC restaurants this year, for a total of 1,600 opened over these last two years.
At least India sales offset miserable China numbers with a 24% increase. US sales were only up 1% and Yum! Resorts International division sales were up 6%, mainly driven by a 12% gain in emerging markets.
Whatever good news the company reports about successes like its Taco Bell Cantina Grill menu gaining traction against Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG), or its new boneless chicken, is always overshadowed by one country out of 125…China.
Chinese consumers' reluctance to eat at KFC is understandable, what with China's dismal history in food safety–but one has to wonder if there is a concerted effort to discredit Yum! in China as the company was vindicated in May after false accusations over tainted lamb at its Little Sheep franchises.
KFC has been in China for 26 years, and these two safety scares, both publicized on Chinese television, have hurt a quarter century's worth of goodwill earned by KFC and the image of venerated elder Col. Harlan Sanders. James McGregor, author of One Billion Customers: Lessons From the Front Lines of Doing Business in China,told Bloomberg in 2011,"If Yum's China business went south, it would kill the stock."
Obviously Yum! won't exit China; a market of a billion chicken-lovers is too good to pass up. The expected recovery of Chinese sales will likely be pushed back several more quarters, assuming another shoe doesn't drop. Yum! has a PEG of 2.09 and a trailing P/E of 22.09 with a 1.90% yield. It's a shareholder-friendly company and has bought back 5.7 million shares this year.


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Our Vision
To offer efficient and effective human services to Irving residents in need.
Our Mission
Irving Cares provides focused assistance for Irving residents to address a financial crisis.
Our Values
Irving Cares will:
- Provide clients with services in a respectful and dignified manner without regard to race, color, gender, age, disability, religion or national origin
- Identify and address the needs of the Irving community
- Partner with clients to develop solutions that lead to self-sufficiency
- Work with volunteers, agencies, and organizations for greater impact and effectiveness
- Assure donors and supporters of superior management and fiduciary practices
- Implement a sound fund development plan in support of commitments to the community
Rent or Mortgage Assistance
Irving families received assistance with payments
were not evicted within 90 days of receiving assistance
Utility Assistance
Irving families received assistance with utility bills
were not disconnected within 90 days of assistance
Financial Education
of clients identified 3 pieces of budgeting information after Money Management class
who gained employment stayed employed 90 days or longer
Information and Referrals
Food Pantry
said the food pantry improved their ability to deal with a financial crisis
Blue Ribbon Winners
United Way Award
NTFB 2017 Partner Agency of the Year
Charity Navigator
2019 marks the tenth four-star rating for sound fiscal management from Charity Navigator indicating that Irving Cares out-performs most other U.S. charities.
Platinum Level
Best In Irving
Irving Cares has been voted Best Local Nonprofit in Irving by in the Irving Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce Best in Irving awards 2013 – 2016, 2018 and 2019.
GreatNonprofits is the leading platform for community-sources stories from the people who know best – clients, donors and volunteers. Irving Cares has been named a Top-Rated Nonprofit from 2012 through 2017.
Irving Aid, Inc. changed its name to Irving C.A.R.E.S., Inc., (Community Assistance Referral and Emergency Services) in 1991. On July 21, 1998, the Board of Directors voted to change the agency's name from Irving C.A.R.E.S., Inc. to Irving Cares, Inc. and shortly adopted the tag line, "A lifeline for Irving residents in need."
Since 2001, Irving Cares has consistently achieved United Way's #1 top stewardship rating for fiduciary management and board oversight. In 2005, Irving Cares received the City of Irving's Housing and Human Services Department's Award for Outstanding Community Partner.
Irving Cares is an original community partner of TXU Energy Aid, a continuous partnership since 1983 of serving Irving's working poor.
Irving Cares has received a Top Rated Nonprofit Award from GreatNonprofits.org from 2012-2014, and in 2015,
Irving Cares received an 8th four-star rating for sound fiscal management from Charity Navigator, indicating that Irving Cares outperforms most other charities in America.
We exceed industry standards with more than eighty cents of every dollar raised going back into the community as a program related expense. Irving Cares is considered a model agency by the North Texas Food Bank and annually passes their very thorough inspection of our facilities, products and volunteer training.
Board of Directors
Doris Harris, Chair
Landa Parker, Vice-Chair
Community Volunteer
Clint Rain, Treasurer
ORIX USA Corporation
Gustavo Garcia, Secretary
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The KandyPens K-Box is a powerful wax vaporizer with an outstanding triple quartz rod atomizer, ceramic chamber, glass mouthpiece, adjustable airflow, and variable voltage. The K-Box by KandyPens is designed for waxy oil aficionados who want portability while still enjoying huge, intensely flavorful and potent clouds.
The inert quartz coils heat waxy oils 'slow and low' to extract smooth, extra-flavorful hits. The triple rod design offers more surface area, which creates larger, more robust clouds. Expect dab-like hits with delicious flavor. The wax atomizer is a deep dish for larger loads and a leak-proof experience while the chamber is made of 100% ceramic.
An adjustable airflow ring at the base of the atomizer allows you to find the perfect level of draw resistance for your vaping style. Simply twist the ring to open the dual airflow inlets to whatever degree suits your preferences. The highest airflow setting minimizes draw resistance for larger clouds, while the lowest setting delivers smaller, more flavorful sips. The adjustable airflow ring also acts as the base of the atomizer, connecting to the 900mAh battery.
KandyPens K-Box Highlights:
- Compatible with Wax and Oils
- Impressive Triple Quartz Rods Atomizer
- Chamber is made from 100% Ceramic
- Deep Dish Chamber for larger loads and a leak-proof experience
- Adjustable Airflow that allows you to find the perfect level of draw resistance
- Includes Glass Mouthpiece
- Choose from 4 Variable Voltage (4.0V, 3.6V, 3.2V, and 2.8V)
In the box:
- 1 x 900mAh Variable Voltage Battery
- 1 x Glass Mouthpiece
- 1 x Triple Quartz Rod Atomizer
- 1 x Adjustable Airflow Base
- 1 x Metal Loading Tool
- 1 x Wax Container
- 1 x USB Charging Cable
How to use:
The operation is simple: 5 clicks to power up, 3 clicks to toggle voltages from (4.0V, 3.6V, 3.2V, and 2.8V). Choosing your voltage takes only seconds. The presets are ideal for the most popular waxy oils and vapor profiles. The KandyPens K-Box vape boasts a rapid heat up time for quick hits on-the-fly. The extra strong 900mAh battery harnesses the power to keep you vaping through the day. Charge up from more power sources using micro-USB, whether it's your car, wall outlet, computer or remote power bank.


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According to the panel's opinion, the General Assembly had violated the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment because it had "enacted the plan with the intent of discriminating against voters who favored non-Republican candidates". That practice is called partisan gerrymandering. The Jan. 9 ruling gave the General Assembly until Jan. 24 to craft a new map. Representative David Lewis fields questions from across the aisle on the new redistricting map on the floor of the North ...
A commentary in North Korea's state-run publication Rodong Sinmun called Trump's "bigger nuclear button" tweet warning a bluff, 'just a spasm of a lunatic frightened by the might of North Korea, ' by a person who has the habit and making reckless remarks, "Recently, Trump who is insane about the hostile policy toward North Korea, has once again stunned the world by twitting that he has a 'big and strong nuclear button.' After these reckless remarks were twitted, they have become ...
James Mastrianni, an expert in memory disorders at the University of Chicago Medicine. Trump was 70 when he took office on January 20, 2017, making him the oldest person ever elected to the presidency. Navy doctor and a frantic, Trump-hating press corps. As a result, Dr Jackson said his cardiac performance during his physical exam was "very good".
State Assemblyman Brian Kolb, R-131 of Canandaigua, the Assembly's minority leader who also is seeking the Republican nomination to challenge Cuomo in the 2018 gubernatorial election, said Tuesday that the governor needs to look in the mirror when it comes to New York's challenges.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are jonesing for a little trash talk heading into the AFC Championship Game . Later in the week, Josh McDaniels said the Jaguars were "really, really, really talented" on defense. Led by a tenacious front seven, and First-team All-Pro cornerback Xavier Rhodes, the Vikings defense will give the Eagles headaches. The Vikings too should have lost but Keenum and Diggs did the Impossible (failed Saints defensive play and lineament in a cover 2 coverage on ...
Trump, who has gained three pounds since his physical in 2016, takes a drug to reduce his cholesterol, and Jackson said he may increase the dosage The doctor added that Trump does not use tobacco or alcohol, one of the reasons he is in good health generally.
In a memorandum filed to the UN Security Council, Kingdom's mission to the United Nations in NY, citing radar recordings, told the Council yesterday that the United Arab Emirates aircraft didn't violate Qatari airspace and was on a committed flight path to Bahrain.
The crash was reported around 8:40 a.m. near Bonnieville, Kentucky. The chain-reaction crash involved a passenger Greyhound bus, four trucks and a few cars. The southbound lanes of I-65 were closed several hours while the wreck was investigated. Southbound traffic was being redirected onto US 31W at the 71-mile marker and back onto I-65 at the 65-mile marker.
Two suspects were arrested Wednesday after a police officer was hit by the driver of a speeding auto in Times Square Saturday, the NYPD said. Arfhy Santos, left , and William Lopez were arrested Wednesday in connection with a hit-and-run incident involving a New York City police officer.
Durbin, a Democrat, said last week that Trump had told lawmakers during the meeting on immigration policy that the US didn't need any more immigrants from Haiti and that he'd rather have more from Norway and fewer from "shithole countries" in Africa.
Friends say the group was heading to the Emery Gap Ranch, a sprawling, mountainous property that Burnett purchased in 2017. When officials arrived on the scene, they found three individuals dead at the scene of the crash. Exiled Zimbabwe opposition leader Roy Bennett and four other people were killed in a helicopter crash in a remote northern part of the USA state of New Mexico, officials and his political party said on Thursday.
During the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, Durbin noted that Nielsen arrived late to the January 11 meeting. Upon repeated questioning about the specific wording from Democrats, Nielsen grew frustrated when Sen. Trump wasn't apologetic and denied he was racist , said the confidant, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss a private conversation. The White House has not denied that Trump used a vulgar term, and indicated Tuesday that no apology would be forthcoming.
Mr Trump responded by saying Wolff's book was "full of lies", while Secretary of State Rex Tillerson dismissed suggestions the president's mental health was failing. "The president is fit for duty", Jackson said. They applied for permanent residency; he went to school, eventually attended the University of California at Los Angeles, and moved back to Canada in the 1990s when he designed the cognitive test .
But it was the Justice Department that announced in September that DACA would be canceled in March, creating a six-month window for Congress to write legislation protecting immigrants who were brought to the US illegally as children or allow them to face deportation.
But he declined on Thursday to confirm whether Trump described countries, like Haiti and several African nations, as "shithole countries", saying that he wanted to maintain a dialogue with Trump. In a hearing Tuesday, Graham said Trump expressed openness to an immigration deal, only to reject it hours later. "No. I'm not a racist". The president added: "Did you see what various senators in the room said about my comments? The Democrats are the ones that aren't going to make a deal".
All nine murders occurred in Phoenix , Glendale or Avondale, said Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams. Cleophus Cooksey, 35, has been charged in connection with the killing spree. Her partially naked body was found in an alley in Phoenix the next morning and her auto was found abandoned in Glendale. The mobile phone was also confirmed to be his.
Ryan said Republicans are operating under a March 5 deadline for passing an immigration deal, as that is when the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program would end. "He did not give a guarantee that the president would, although he reiterated that the president is committed to finding a solution for Dreamers,"Sánchez said".
Democrats' hard line on immigration comes at the expense of health insurance for low-income kids: At the last minute, GOP leaders threw some bait for skeptical Democrats: Vote to keep the government open and we'll also extend the Children's Health Insurance Program for six more years.
At least 10 people died, including a baby in a vehicle that plunged off a slippery overpass into a Louisiana canal. "NC stay off the roads today/tonight". The weather in Atlanta is not expected to get above freezing until Thursday afternoon. Texas , Lousiana and Georgia are expected to experience 1 to 2 inches of snow.
Bannon was subpoenaed last week by the special counsel, initially requiring him to appear before a federal grand jury as part of the Russian Federation investigation. The White House emerged from that conversation believing it had an agreement to limit the questioning of Bannon just to events during the campaign, and not during the transition period or his time in the White House.


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Hello! Thank you for visiting my blog. My name is Sarah ("hi, Sarah.") and I'm a vegan.
I am a baker. I own my own cake business and have been making decadent butter-based cakes for clients for several years now. (I am now finding vegan alternatives for those clients who wish to have them.) I am a home cook. I love food and have always spent the majority of my day tinkering in the kitchen. With a husband and three hungry kids to feed I have plenty of victims to experiment on with new recipes and don't hesitate to do so. Food is a huge part of my life, as it is yours and everyone else's. But what food meant to me changed vastly in the fall of 2012 when my husband and I embarked on a new diet designed to optimize our health.
On July 1, 2013 I will be entering my tenth month of eating a whole foods, plant-based diet. In mainstream dietary terms, that means I'm a vegan. No meat, no milk, no cheese…. (is this girl crazy?!) It's the cheese part that all the women in my life seem to horrifically distort their faces for; "Oh I could never give up cheese!" And for the men I've talked to, it's meat. Meat is manly. Eating a nice rare steak shows the world that you've arrived at the top of the food chain and conquered the world you live in. I get it.
A year ago I was living in Houston, Texas. I was smoking a huge brisket or pork shoulder two or three times per month in my beautiful 1/4" thick steel pit smoker. We had ample supplies of mesquite and pecan wood and I could slow-smoke the most beautiful, juicy hunk o' meat you ever sunk your teeth into. For sides I would make homemade, oven-simmered baked beans with chunks of homemade brown sugar-cured bacon (oh yeah, baby) and salt pork thrown in. I made the best sweet and moist cornbread muffins with honey butter. I would fry up slices of breaded okra and make a wicked-awesome gooey bread pudding with whiskey caramel sauce for dessert. Yep. Delicious. I'm not gonna deny it. I'm simply on a different foodie adventure these days. One that doesn't include any cholesterol or saturated fat. One that supplies me with so many varieties of earth-grown plants and grains that I am getting bountiful nutrients without having to rely on supplements. A style of living that allows me to wake up refreshed in the morning and never have that nasty naptime-inducing hangover after a big meal. An adventure toward health. And let me assure you that I have no intention of minimizing my enjoyment of food due to my newfound dietary strivings. That's partly why I wanted to write this blog; I'm still a foodie. A vegan foodie. Yes, we exist. And we have recipes to share!
I was talked into starting this blog by a few dear friends who are aspiring to add elements of the vegan lifestyle into their kitchens. These are people who recognize that health comes from within; from what they put into their bodies. They want to take steps toward changing the things they consume and making more veggie-laden side dishes or cooking without butter or having "meatless Mondays" at home so the family can have one vegetarian or vegan meal a week. All of these ideas are fantastic, people!
Now for my little rant against the American diet. America is a country of indulgence. In America, you will find most of us consuming meat three times a day and dairy at an even higher daily occurrence. These foods are rich in fats and cholesterol and it shows nationwide with health statistics. Americans are NOT healthy people. We die of heart attacks and strokes and diabetes-related incidents by the hundreds of thousands every year. But what about all of our wealth? We pay more for healthcare than any country anywhere else in the world. By a long shot. But we are dying more quickly of preventable diet-related disease than other peoples worldwide. This is because you can't throw healthcare money at cholesterol (or many other diet-related diseases) and make it go away. You can eat cheeseburgers and bacon and eggs all your life and then have a stent put in your arteries when you're 50, but if you keep eating that way, the stent will become useless and you will need another, and another. We have to tackle our health issues naturally from the get-go. Intake = outcome. Healthy eating = healthy veins. The key here is prevention, not more healthcare money for more morbidly unhealthy Americans. So to summarize, all I want to see is people getting off the status-quo train and thinking about their food intake from the ground up. For me, that rethinking led me to an extreme dietary change.
So am I here to talk you into becoming a vegan? Absolutely not. You will find, while reading through my blog, that I am passionate about abstaining from meat, eggs and dairy. For me and my family, this is now a permanent lifestyle. We have seen many incredible positive effects that I will happily share in future posts. But don't take my excitement as dogmatic. My hope is that people would begin adding more fruits, vegetables, legumes and grains into their diets and become more sensitive to what they are putting into their bodies as a whole. If that means becoming a vegan and you need support, I am here for you! If that means incorporating a "meatless Monday" into your weekly menu, awesome! I can help with recipes! Maybe you just want to cut back on the unhealthy carbs and learn how to bake without bleached white sugar and flour. Start to cook with whole wheat flour, oat flour, and sweeteners like coconut sugar and brown rice syrup. Changing a little (constantly) changes a lot.
Whatever your journey is with food, make it count for something in the long run. I have heard it said that people would rather die young and enjoy life than eat tofu (they always say "toe-fuuu" with a slanderous tone of voice, don't they?) and live a long, long time. But what if eating healthy (whether that include tofu or not) is just as enjoyable? The key is embracing it and then finding things to love about it. Pleasures abound in the vegan diet, I promise!
So here's to a long, healthy life full of enjoyment in the bounty God has provided for us!
Cheers to our health! And cheers to yummy food! : )


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Goodbye To Waiting In Line: Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte K-Cups Are Coming
As a rule, all mornings must start with coffee.
But sometimes, you (at least I) want something a bit more exciting than regular coffee. And, unless you have a fancy-ass espresso machine or a wish-granting genie, satisfying that early-morning craving usually means walking to your nearest coffee shop before getting your caffeine fix.
But not anymore.
On Wednesday, Starbucks announced it'll soon be launching latte K-Cups, meaning you can get your specialty coffee fix without even having to put on pants. The K-Cups, according to Cosmopolitan, will be available at major grocery stores and go for $10 (for a box of 10) or $13 for a box of 16.
And it gets better.
In keeping with tradition, the company will release Pumpkin Spice Latte K-Cups in the fall and Peppermint Mocha K-Cups in the winter because basic b*tches deserve to be happy too, know what I'm sayin'?
Life is good. Thank you, Starbucks.
Citations: Starbucks CEO Talks Pumpkin Spice Latte K-Cups, Red Cup Controversy, and More (Eater), You Can Now Make Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Lattes With Your Keurig (Cosmopolitan)


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Bringing together psychologists, students, and affiliates dedicated to promoting education and training, scientific investigation, practice, diversity and public interest in professional psychology.
President's Welcome
Welcome to the official website of the Society of Counseling Psychology (SCP), Division 17 of the American Psychological Association. This "home" page provides an apt metaphor for SCP's mission: We cultivate a "home" for all counseling psychology professionals and affiliates to connect, to collaborate, and to coordinate efforts toward creating a more just and equitable world where ALL people and communities can thrive.
SCP connect
- Dr. Rosie Philips Davis Clarifies Mental Illness and Mass Shootings on CNN's New Day
- We're here! We're queer! Come join us at the Annual SLGBTI Dinner!
- Gargi Roysircar, Ed.D., wins the 2019 APA International Humanitarian Award
- Lawrence H. Gerstein, Ph.D., wins the 2019 APA Award for Distinguished Contributions to the International Advancement of Psychology
The Counseling Psychologist
- Financial Stress, Social Supports, Gender, and Anxiety During College: A Stress-Buffering Perspective
American Psychological Association Guidelines for Clinical Supervision
- A Qualitative Investigation of the Experiences of People Who Panhandle


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4 Factors to Consider When Hiring a Painting Company/
Painting your home is a decision that creeps up on you about every 8 to 10 years. Once you get your head around the decision to move forward with the work, you have to find a reputable and qualified painting company to do the work. We've put together four factors to consider when hiring a painting company.
Knowledge & Resources
One underestimated quality of a great painting company is their ability to resource solutions to your problems. Not every home is created equal so from time to time we find there are unique situations that deserve unique solutions. The best way to tackle these kind of issues is to work with the homeowner to fully understand the problem and how they want it solved, then we connect with our resources to find that solution. Occasionally, we will run across a problem we have never seen and it will require some additional research, but our goal is to provide the client with a more than acceptable solution and outcome. This requires knowledge and experience in our field and being flexible on how we approach each project.
One of the most important aspects of painting a home is in the details. It's buried right there. In the beginning of the project, there are many questions to be answered in order to get everything right on the back end. If the details aren't considered from the beginning you will end up with a mess at some point in the project.
There are many painting companies out there who will just simply put paint on a house when asked. This is not what you are looking for. You need a painting company that will communicate with you the details of the project you may not have considered.
For example, do you want the downspouts of your gutters painted the same color as the house? In particular places on your home, where exactly do you want the new color to stop and start? What kind of paint did the last painter use and why? How are the plants going to be covered during the process of painting?
Getting your approval on all the details before the project gets started will put you at ease and make sure the project is successful and completed on time.
You may not have thought about how many things can actually go wrong during the process of painting your home. This is a critical component to hiring a qualified painting company. You need to make sure you are protected in case any of the following things occur:
- A painter falls off a ladder
- Overspray damage
- Painting spill
- Property damage in any way
It doesn't take much for a painting company to get the proper insurance on their end. There really isn't an excuse for not having it when working with you on your property. As a homeowner it will help you greatly to have a copy of the painting company's workers' compensation insurance coverage and general liability coverage. If a company cannot provide this before starting their work, it is a sign you need to find a new painting company.
This aspect of hiring a painting company cannot be overstated. It is a vital component to great painting work. Hiring a painting company that is professional in all aspects of how they interact with you will most likely insure their work is professional in nature too. A painting company that prides themselves in what they do will have professional uniforms, marked vehicles and the proper equipment to do the work.
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MXD's New Rapid Deploy Feature
Our engineers have been working hard lately to give you new MXD features faster. Our first rapid deploy was two weeks ago and except for a couple of small glitches that were quickly fixed, everything is working smoothly. What this means for you is that if a new feature or change is needed in MXD, we can put it online quickly – days instead of weeks.


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Letter to Vanuatu Christian Council over cyclone devastation
16 March 2015
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
The destruction that has befallen the many islands of Vanuatu as a result of the cyclone is almost beyond comprehension. Those of us far away can only imagine the pain of devastation and loss being experienced by so many as their homes and livelihoods were destroyed. We know that the needs of the people are great, and pray for swift aid in the form of safe water, food and shelter.
The Vanuatu Christian Council has been a strong and active witness for Christians in Vanuatu. You have engaged in advocacy on many issues within your country and beyond it. You now have an urgent mission to offer comfort and spiritual leadership as people begin to assess the damage and begin to rebuild their lives.
I offer the prayers of the World Council of Churches as you live out your calling to Christian unity and public witness and service. We are reminded often in the ecumenical movement that we share always in one another's suffering and hope. At this moment of crisis, it is our faith in God, the knowledge that we are not alone in our darkest moments, which can sustain us. We pray that you are able to be a voice of hope for those who are in pain. Be certain that Christians around the world stand with you in solidarity.
For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 8:38-39)
May you, the churches of Vanuatu, be given strength and peace as you lead the faithful and all of good will in the assurance of God's love and mercy.
Yours in our Common Lord,
Rev. Dr Olav Fykse Tveit
WCC general secretary


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More Earth-Friendly Home Decor Tips!
(I am a Brand Ambassadör for IKEA U.S. This is a sponsored post.)
If you've been following my journey for the past two years, you know how much I believe in sustainable home décor. If you haven't, I'll summarize the story in one sentence: "my home's décor thrives on green. Everywhere!" Yes, I decorated my 600sf studio in an earth-friendly way from corner to corner. From the nontoxic wall paint to the LED lights around my paddleboard, to the table made of reclaimed wood, the fair-trade and handmade carpet, and even the bioplastic food storage bags I use. Do you know what's even more exciting and surprising than all the sustainable products I just mentioned? IKEA making a conscious lifestyle easier and accessible with their Evergreen initiative! In case you didn't know, IKEA is one of those big and powerful companies that realized the importance of incorporating sustainability and ethics deep within its roots years ago. They started by using less cardboard and paper in their shipping practices, and have grown to be one of the few companies running their stores on solar and wind energy with over 730,000 solar panels and 327 wind turbines worldwide. Are you surprised already? Well, there's more! Besides having stores that use LED lights solely, IKEA has also established strict product criteria when it comes to sustainability with furniture being made from bamboo and recycled wood, fabrics being created with sustainably-grown cotton, flax being used as a material for linen, and bioplastic made from sugarcane (no petroleum) being used to create their food plastic bags. Top that with water faucets designed to reduce your water use, a wide variety of LED lights, and fair-trade practices implemented to empower their artisans and employees, and we have everything we need to start 2018 with the right conscious foot. All in one store!
I'm so proud of this company and its practices that I've partnered with them to provide you guys with all the content and information you need to decorate your home in a planet-friendly way! Below are a few products, and I can't wait to share more throughout the next few months!
Cheers to living and shopping wisely!
To read more about IKEA's sustainably harvested (FSC-certified) wood, and their partnership with WWF, read this article and this one.
Weaved Jute Carpet: eco-friendly, made with natural fibers and fair-trade!
Coffee Table: I used this as a bench and decorated it with book, candles and plants. It is made with natural materials, eco-friendly and fair-trade.
LED lights: I have these in my balcony. Energy-efficient.
Bioplastic ziplock bags: Made from plastic which contains at least 85% renewable content (sugarcane rather than petroleum). The material can be recycled together with common plastic.


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Blended soups are by far my favourite. They're kind of like warm and savoury smoothies. Plus, you can hide flavour and nutrition easily in a blended soup (that tip is for all you parents out there especially!). Don't get me wrong, not all nutrition need be hidden, but this recipe is another great way to serve this powerhouse veggie.
Cancer fighting cruciferous - Cauliflower!
Inflammation reducing - Turmeric!
Preparation time: 20 minutes prep + 40 minutes simmering
Serves: 5 servings
- 2 tbsp butter (or oil)
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 potato, diced (peeled or unpeeled, your choice)
- 6 cup cauliflower
- 1 L broth (homemade broth or store-bought)
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp cumin, ground
- ½ tsp coriander, ground
- ½ tsp chilli powder (more or less - I like things spicy)
- ½ tsp garam masala
- Salt & pepper to taste
Heat butter in a large saucepan. Once the butter is hot, add the cumin seeds. They'll pop and turn brown. Once aromatic, add the onion. Cook until translucent being cautious not to burn the cumin seeds. Add diced potato, cauliflower, broth, and spices. Stir and let simmer at medium-high heat until tender. Blend and serve! Enjoy!


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I'm going to take a one-week break from the Raw Rerun since this is what can be considered a special episode of Monday Night Raw. Or at least slightly special.
But the Raw Rerun will be back next week. I'll leave you with a little bit of Rerun in case you miss him.
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Equipment Maintenance Tracking
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Tenna's tracking features are designed to make identifying maintenance issues across your fleet easy. Just add a Tenna tracker to your vehicles and assets, enter any manual inspection data, and take advantage of our intuitive tracking web interface.
Tenna has a variety of trackers for all environments that attach to equipment or plug-into vehicles
Drivers use our mobile app to report asset condition, run vehicle inspections, track assets, and change maintenance status
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Managers and dispatchers see all driver entries, set alerts, and generate reports from Tenna's web interface
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- Report asset defects and maintenance issues
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- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
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News Release from PCC
Posted on FlashAlert: June 19th, 2015 3:22 PM
PORTLAND, Ore. - The Portland Community College Foundation board of directors has expanded with the addition of two new members.
Carol Lyons, managing partner of Lyons Aircraft Leasing and Lyons Properties, and Susie Lahsene, senior manager for Transportation and Land Use Policy for the Port of Portland, have been tapped to serve on the board of the PCC Foundation for three-year terms.
"We are thrilled to have the expertise and the enthusiasm of Carol and Susie on our Foundation board," said Rob Wagner, associate vice president of PCC's College Advancement office. "Both have a passion for growing the number of annual scholarships the college can distribute to students, and both are connected to career technical industries which will bolster PCC's network of industry partners and perhaps the avenues open to students."
Prior to running her family's business, which includes Hillsboro Aviation, Lyons was an environmental planner for the Port of Portland and an operations coordinator for Portland International Airport. She also worked in the insurance business, with Monarch Life Insurance, for 20 years.
A desire to give students the opportunity to attend college, coupled with seeing a direct connection between college education and economic prosperity, were the reasons that inspired Lyons to join the PCC Foundation.
"I've been a student at PCC taking both credit and non-credit classes for more than 25 years," said Lyons. "I've seen, firsthand, just how relevant an education at PCC is - in fact, Hillsboro Aviation has hired numerous PCC graduates because of their knowledge and skills coming out of the college's Aviation Science and Maintenance programs."
Lahsene has been in her current role with the Port of Portland since 2004. In this capacity she oversees land use policy and transportation capital strategy and fund acquisition for the Port's transportation system, terminals and industrial land base.
In addition to her role on the PCC Foundation, she serves as the chair of the Oregon Freight Advisory Committee; co-chair of the Transportation Research Board; chair of the National Academy of Sciences, freight modeling subcommittee; board member of the Oregon Transportation Research and Education Consortium; and member of the Working Waterfront Coalition.
"The PCC Foundation provides critical resources for folks with interest in pursuing an education," said Lahsene. "I am very excited to be part of the process that connects students with real-world opportunities, those that can support them on a course that helps to shape their professional future."
As the only nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the college, the PCC Foundation helps students access education by awarding scholarships and building the college's capacity to provide vital educational opportunities for the community at large. The volunteer board of directors, representing a wide range of business and community interests, leads the PCC Foundation.
About Portland Community College: PCC is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 90,000 full- and part-time students. PCC, which is roughly the size of Rhode Island, has four comprehensive campuses, eight workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning.
Visit PCC news on the web at http://news.pcc.edu/
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Survey: A Charter for Participatory Budgeting in Scotland/
You're invited to contribute to the PB Charter for Scotland
At the National Participatory Budgeting (PB) Scotland Conference in November 2017, participants recommended developing a PB Charter for Scotland. As we move to towards increasing numbers of people being involved in the small grants models for PB, and the introduction of the potentially more far-reaching mainstreaming models, we need to define what we mean by PB.
We hope a PB Charter will set out clear principles which can be used by strategic managers, those involved in planning PB and by people attending PB events or voting online to ensure that positive outcomes are achieved, and that good quality democratic participation is promoted in every community.
The Charter is a formal statement of values & principles which will ensure good quality PB in Scotland.
We'd like to hear your thoughts on the underlying principles for the Charter and to give you the opportunity to contribute to the draft text. The current draft principles are based on discussions which took place at the Glasgow and Dundee Charter workshops and 2 webinars in August 2018. Please follow the link below to review and contribute to the 7 principles for the draft PB Charter.
If you have any questions about the Charter or the survey, please contact Paul Nelis: e: email@example.com or t: 0141 248 1924.