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The wedding is an unforgettable event for every couple in love. This momentous day is filled with vivid impressions, touching moments. The completion of this special event should also be vivid and memorable. Stay in the memory of the guests and the newlyweds themselves for many years. How to effectively completion of the wedding? We offer to consider the most interesting options.
Ideas for a bright completion of the wedding
Based on the preferences of young people, you can organize an unforgettable completion of the wedding evening. Three elements can be used as an idea:
- water;
- fiery;
- Air;
It does not matter where the newlyweds decide to celebrate their wedding, in an expensive restaurant or in a cozy cafe, on the shores of the sea, lake or river. This article contains the most interesting, romantic ways to end it. Guests and heroes of the occasion will never forget the finale of this momentous day.
Gentle and sensitive people who prefer the feeling of lightness, we can offer the launch of balloons in the sky. There are several ways to execute this idea. Keep reading mother of the bride hairstyles.
You can run as a group of 500 or 1000 small spheres or single balls. As an option, you can invite guests to write wishes for the young on balloons. The newlyweds themselves can attach notes with oaths to each other. It will look spectacular balls of a contrasting color, for example, guests will launch one shade, newlyweds to another. The big hearts launched into the night sky, letters from foil from which the young will be able to make the word "Love", will leave unforgettable impressions.
In addition to the usual helium balloons, you can use glowing ones; especially their start-ups into the night sky will look impressive. An interesting option is to use a large ball with confetti, sparkles or flower petals inside. You can order several such balls with a surprise inside and hang them in the hall. At a certain moment they burst, the contents scatter throughout the room, slowly falling on the audience. Such a surprise will remain in the memory forever.
Chinese lanterns
Sky lanterns in recent times have become a popular decoration of any event, they are inexpensive. Chinese lanterns are illuminated inside, young and guests make a wish and launch into the night sky. China is the birthplace of the heavenly balls; they symbolize the unity of the two elements (air and fire).
The spectacular finale of the completion of the wedding is the use of Bengal lights. They can be small and large made to order. Celebration guests can create a sparkling arch, under which the bride and groom will pass. With the help of Bengal lights, newlyweds can draw a heart or write the word "love." Those present at the wedding can make a kind of sparkling circle, where young people perform their first married dance. Little guests, also under the supervision of parents can take part in solemn activities. Bengal lights can be used both indoors and in open space. The duration of their burning is 20 seconds, during this time it is possible to capture the fiery beauty. Looking through the photos again and again, mentally return to that special day.
Fireworks and fireworks
Fireworks and salutes will be an unforgettable final chord of a wedding celebration. All invited guests, as well as young ones, will be delighted with the bright fireworks. In combination with romantic music, wedding guests complete for a long time this grand event for life. Fireworks are:
- Ground view, about 10 meters high;
- Combined type, the launch starts from the ground (cold fireworks) and rises to a height of 50 meters;
- The classic look that accompanies all city festivals occupies huge areas.
Fire show
Brightly complete the wedding celebration; you can use a fire show. It is an expensive pleasure, but worth it. Professional artists perform many tricks with dynamic music. The scale of the presentation may vary from a couple of people to a group of firemen. Holiday guests and newlyweds can be photographed against the backdrop of a fire show.
Ships and wreaths
If the wedding is celebrated near the pond, the launch of paper boats is a great idea. It appeared thanks to Japanese origami. The Japanese believed that their descent into the water leads to the fulfillment of desires. At night, put the candle inside; this will add some showiness to the process. Wedding in ethnic style. The perfect end of the event will be the launching of a wreath woven from wild flowers. Place a candle in the center of the wreath and make a wish. This end of the celebration will be romantic and emotional.
Focus on details
In order for all ideas to produce a stunning effect, you need to think through all the details:
- To capture the grand completion of the wedding, you must notify the photographer in advance. So he will be able to catch the most spectacular moments, and you will be able to enjoy the pictures, and remember the triumph throughout his life.
- When launching balloons, paper lanterns, it is necessary to take into account weather conditions. Rain or strong gusts of wind can carry Chinese lanterns or bulbs onto a building or tree. However, they simply cannot fly up and spoil the impression of the evening.
- When ordering a show, ask for feedback from a friend of couples. Watch a video featuring artists, pyrotechnics' and firemen. Pre-negotiate the duration of the program, order the service only in verified organizations.
- Before you think about ways to complete the wedding celebration, ask about what types of entertainment shows are allowed in the restaurant or another selected place.
- To make the evening truly memorable, discuss all the details with all the people involved.
The spectacular completion of the wedding will be the transition of young people to a new stage of their life together. Come creatively to the organization of the completion of the celebration, this special day will be filled for many years. Eric Kush Authentic Jersey B.J. Hill Womens Jersey


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Written by Julie Wright & Barry Hoonan
The art of curation is matching texts that will inspire and fuel students' curiosities with the science of also finding texts that can be used as tools for the content we need to teach. Texts with dual purposes - student interests and content - have big take-aways! When we inch closer to students and pay attention to what they are reading and what they are interested in, we can better collect texts that matter to them and make a bigger difference in their learning.
Let's call our first move - Curating to Stoke Students' Interests.
Having the benefit of listening in on our students, we move forward in search of stoking their interests by compiling dynamic texts together. Then we promote 'their texts' by displaying them beautifully and giving credit to the students who lifted the topic or inspired the text set. Or, we provide time and space during whole or small group for students to share hot reads or book stacks with peers.
Teaching reading is also grounded in curriculum – skills, strategies, habits and the growing of new ideas. When we curate with curriculum in mind, we like to believe we are standing close to a radiant ideal … that when we spend time learning, that information, knowledge or new idea matters.
So let's call our second move - Curating Mentor Texts to Teach Something Powerful.
Whether you are a teacher looking for a text to meet a curricular need or selecting one for a read aloud, at heart you are always doing one thing: you are making a choice that will help you teach your kids something powerful. The natural step for finding these texts is to look for favorite and reliable authors. The authors and their works will mentor readers. Readers will feel the power of mentorship. So we lean on these texts as mentors. And we curate with 'our mentors' in mind.
In the end, we want our students to "sit around the table" with the likes of Jacqueline Woodson, R.J. Palacio, Angie Thomas, John Green, Matt de le Pena, Jandy Nelson, and Rainbow Rowell -- being wiser and more insightful and more curious than before.
Here's an example:
Barry's class has just finished hearing Helen Frost's powerful prose Hidden read aloud. The sixth graders have discovered from the author's notes that there is a mystery 'hidden' in the last word of each sentence in the second section of the book. It reveals one of the character's perspectives. They sleuth their way through and read the cryptic message out loud. The class is a buzz.
There are so many possible next steps to capitalize on the students' enthusiasm for word play. We could curate a text set around books written in prose style, like Witness by Karen Hesse. We could pull together Helen Frost books or even stage a small group to read Hidden again.
Students' amusement with twisting story plots and fabulous verse opened the chance to stoke their interest in Shakespeare. Using Tales from Shakespeare by Tina Packer made the perfect blend of colorful pictures, great storytelling and some insightful placement of Shakespeare's own words. And, to capitalize on students' interests and knowledge of Shakespeare (or lack thereof) Barry asked his kiddos to write on graffiti boards (white paper with color markers) the stories they knew and all the things that came to mind when they thought of Shakespeare and his writing. The colorful boards and conversation danced with questions and ideas such as:
A small group discussed the idea that Shakespeare was a long time ago and people talked really funny then.
Titles like Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and Twelfth Night surfaced as other things to read or compare.
A student commented, "Oh no. My brother hated reading Shakespeare in middle school."
There was a mesmerizing amount of experiences and opinions around the texts being discussed, but very little love toward Shakespeare's play. Betting on the inertia of word play and misconceptions, Barry began reading 'Tales' out loud. Kids were asked to echo lines from the book and together the class engaged and enjoyed Shakespeare's timeless and relatable stories.
Here's the interesting part: Choosing the next read aloud is curation at its finest. We want to play to our audience of readers and we want to lift their understanding of humanity, history and themselves. Our end goal is to leave them knowledgeable, inspired, and curious.
For more on teachers and students as curators, see Chapter 7 in our new book!

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04 Apr Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Lens Review and Video Test
This is a great little lens. The build quality, fast f/2.8 aperture, price and weight are all great features would want in a lens. I first got given this lens as a Christmas present in 2014 and haven't used it huge amounts but whenever I want nice bokeh (blurred background) in a shot, this is my goto for sure.
Also, you may have seen some of my videos on my YouTube channel and a lot of the ones you see of me standing in front of camera or in some unboxing videos, these were filmed with this lens. The reason that I use this for video is because it has a good focal length for close filming and a close 0.25m minimum focussing distance that allows me to focus on things that may need that closer look. The silent turning motor (STM) makes it great if I need to refocus during filming too so I can't hear the focus motor.
Below you'll see a couple of videos. The first is a review of the lens and the second is a video test where I actually show you footage I shot.
Leave me a comment below and let me know what you think or do you own this lens? What do you think of it?


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Pat has long connected with and supported many vulnerable young people in Hastings, and has known Amber for several years, and said:
"During the many years I have had the pleasure of knowing Amber, I have always been impressed by her genuine interest and enthusiasm in supporting young people and the vulnerable. I value her support. Amber has regularly popped into see the children at our Charity to talk with and offer words of inspiration and encouragement.
"Amber has continued to chart their progress and knows their names, even though she now has greater governmental duties. Very quietly, Ms Rudd has donated to our Christmas Day meal for the kids and raised vital funds for our running costs."
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Experiencing a stay in the overwater bungalows in the Maldives are just one of the amazing things to do in this unique part of the world.
The Maldives: Dream Destination
Many nations have islands but none can compare to the Maldives. Here, crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean lap onto the most beautiful little islands on the planet. It's where all of the travel clichés seem to have originated including "tropical oasis," "paradise on earth" and "bucket list destination." The sheer beauty here is something that seems to come from a dream.
The country is comprised of 26 ring-shaped coral atolls in a chain that touches down to cross the equator. Out of these 26 atolls there are 1,200 islands. About 200 islands are inhabited and 100 are resorts. The combined land of all the islands is no more than 100 square miles. The population is about 400,000 and at one time it was a British protectorate. The Maldives was "discovered" as a holiday destination about 40 years ago.
Book Overwater Bungalows in the Maldives
In addition to its unreal beauty, the Maldives are known for being a super safe travel destination. There aren't many distractions at all. Knowing that, you can concentrate on where you want to stay and we highly recommend booking one of the overwater bungalows n the Maldives.
These villas are built on high stilts right over the water. To get to a beach, you'd need to walk onshore! So, if you are dreaming of lounging away without a care in the world in one of the overwater bungalows in the Maldives, you have the right thought. It is a special place in the world to experience it. These villas are secluded, romantic and luxurious. They are completely surrounded by electric turquoise waters.
Many resorts are situated on a private island. Some are super luxurious, you can find overwater bungalows in the Maldives with large private decks, hot tubs, plunge pools and hammocks.
Things to Do in the Maldives
When vacationers want to head out of their overwater bungalows in the Maldives, there are a lot of activities to choose from. The islands are within close proximity to one another which makes day trips and quite simple and easy.
Sea Life of the Maldives
The Maldives is also the lowest lying country where the water is part of the experience. This destination is known to have the best marine life viewing, both above and below the water. There are sea turtles, colorful fish, reef sharks and more to admire. There are common sightings of whale sharks and lively pods of dolphins. The Rasdhoo Atoll is one of the only places you can go on Hammerhead shark dives. Here flying taxis and 20-feet-long manta rays soar over their underwater worlds.
Swimming, Scuba and Snorkeling in the Maldives
The Maldives are known for world-class dive spots. Scuba enthusiasts cannot can't miss the riveting Maldives Victory shipwreck as well as the terrifying shark-filled Fish Head area. Snorkeling here is an experience too. There are 200 species of coral reef and 300 species of fish. The water is so calm, offshore reefs are shallow and even the most novice swimmers will enjoy it. In fact, the snorkeling in the Maldives is considered as good as, if not better than, the scuba diving.
There are many beaches to spend the day sunbathing and swimming and for a change of pace you can head to one of the many blue lagoons too.
An Excursion to Male
For a bit of local food culture, you can take an excursion in the capital of Male. Head to Republic Square, a bustling core of the city. Also take time to go to the National Museum, which is housed in the former Sultan's Palace. In Male, the pungent fish market is the epicenter of the Maldives most important industry—fishing. Tuna is the most popular fish for sale. While you are in one of the smallest capitals of the world, you'll also stumble upon a main road called Majeedhee Magu which is lined with all kinds of restaurants and shops. Also plan to visit 17th-century Hukuru Miskiy (also known as Friday Mosque) which is carved from white coral.
When to Go to the Maldives
The Maldives has a benign climate. The ideal time to be in the Maldives are when the skies are clear and blue and the water is so calm and tranquil – it looks like glass. Those months are January, February and March.
Year-round temperatures range between 79F and 86F (26C-30C). The good thing is the country doesn't suffer from tornadoes. However, you should be aware of the monsoon season which lasts from November to December. Overall, the high touristic season is between November to April. The holidays around Christmas and New Year are the most expensive time to travel. The "shoulder season" is the month of April. May is the start of low season because the weather is less predictable.
If you want to plan your dream holiday including a stay at one of the overwater bungalows in the Maldives, do it soon! Why? Unfortunately, many of the islands are disappearing. It is said that at least 100 islands are gone due to natural erosion and rising water levels. For the islands that are left, beach erosion continues to be an issue.
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Benefits Of Slow Parenting
Most everybody tells me to really soak this time in as a mom of toddlers because it goes by so fast. Even on our hardest days I am aware of this because never has it been truer that "the days are long but the years are short".
Argenis and I are all about quality time together. Whether we're having breakfast at home, playing at the park or just stepping out for a walk before their nap time, we truly enjoy family time. We're already talking about classes we want to enroll them into because we want them to try out as many things as they possibly can so they're always learning, discovering what excites them and growing into themselves as more complete people. As much as I want them to be as involved as possible though, I also recently realized how much slow parenting we have been practicing since before we even knew what that meant.
A couple of days ago, I read an old Boston Globe article that a friend shared about slow parenting and it really stuck with me. "Slowing down and connecting with each other is about being mindful of what you're doing," says Carrie Contey, cofounder of Slow Family Living. It's less about rushing between piano to dance to soccer lessons and more about being in the moment and cherishing the little moments.
When we walk around with Achilles and Jade, unless we're in a hurry and going somewhere with a purpose, we let them explore. Whether it's Jade stopping to talk to a stranger and pet their puppy or Achilles feeling adventurous because we let him run through the over grown grass on his own; we like to let them be a little wild and free so that enjoying themselves is less about what is scheduled for them and more about what they find along the way. Plus, it's fun to sometimes let them lead the way and enjoy the path that they're taking us on.
Of course I can't wait to put them both into swimming lessons, see Jade in her little tutu ready for dance class and Achilles all suited up for soccer practice, but I absolutely love the days of us just walking around aimlessly enjoying nature or watching the way they quietly show love to each other with just a smile.
As a mom, I don't want to just survive this stage of motherhood, I want to soak it all in and thrive as the best Mami I can be to my cuties.
What are your thoughts on slow parenting?
You may also enjoy: Life With Two Toddlers and Favorite Bedtime Toddler Books.


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|What do you do with all that Lemon Balm? You plant a small herb plant and it grows. The next year you find it in other parts of your yard or it shows up and you didn't even plant it! The smell and taste of this plant is amazing.
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September 11: Remembering the Tragedies, Turning Toward Peace
by Rick Love
September 11, 2001 is a day that will never and should never be forgotten. On that day, in the space of a few short hours, two tragedies took place. The first and most painful: almost three thousand Americans lost their lives in the horrific terrorist attacks. This in turn unleashed the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, where almost five thousand more Americans have died. Terrorism and our response to terrorism have gone global.
Since then almost nine thousand Afghan civilians have lost their lives, and over ninety thousand Iraqi civilians have been killed in the two wars. Though described euphemistically as "collateral damage," these civilians were innocent mothers, sisters, fathers and brothers of real families. Whether we view the fallen as brave American heroes or as unfortunate Muslim civilians, the cost of war is appallingly high.
But a second tragedy occurred on 9/11. An act of terror perpetrated by extremists led to the demonization of an entire religion. After 9/11, Muslims = terrorists.
The media has bombarded us with soundbites and stereotypes. Sometimes we are told that Islam is a religion of peace. Yet the more disturbing and frequent picture painted is of militant Islam. Much of what we hear about Islam leads Westerners to conclude that it is "the evil empire" of today.
Sure there are Muslim terrorists. But the vast majority of Muslims have forcefully condemned terrorism. Perhaps the blue-eyed, blond-haired "Christian" terrorist of Norway has reminded us that terrorism comes in many religious forms. Terrorists are extremists. Period.
It is immoral and irrational to demonize an entire religion. The Muslim world is not monolithic. It is massively diverse. I have walked the streets of over twenty Muslim countries. I have had coffee with rich Muslims in the Gulf and tea with poor Muslims in Africa and Asia. I have seen secularized Muslim women with hair and face uncovered, wearing tight clothes and short dresses, and Muslim women fully covered. I have lived in a Muslim country that has had a female head of State (Megawati Sukarno of Indonesia) and I have personally met the late Benazir Bhutto, a female Muslim head of state (former Prime Minister of Pakistan). So much for the broad generalization that Islam oppresses women – the last time I checked, America has never had a female head of state.
There are about 1.5 Billion Muslims in the world, with over 2000 ethno-linguistic groups. They live in 52 Majority Muslim Nations and 40 countries with small majorities. There are two major sects: Sunni and Shia, with 8 different legal schools of Islam. There are theocracies in Saudi Arabia and Iran and secular governments in Turkey and Indonesia. In addition, a large percentage of Muslims are Sufi – mystics who want to know God personally. You cannot stereotype Muslims!
So when the media says Islam teaches this or that, we need to ask... which Islam? Which sect? Which cultural manifestation? There are multiple versions of Islam (just like there are multiple versions of Christianity). The majority of Muslims are just like you and me: trying to make a good living, trying to build a strong family, trying to be faithful to God. 9/11 has been a tragedy for the vast majority of Muslims in the world.
In a few days we will remember the tenth anniversary of 9/11. How should we respond to these two tragedies? I think the biblical passages that give us the clearest guidance are Romans 12 & 13.
Romans 12:15 exhorts us to "weep with those who weep." We will mourn the loss of loved ones, brave ones or innocent ones – whether American, Afghan or Iraqi.
Romans 13:4 makes two profound statements about the government. First, "the authorities are God's servants, sent for your good." Second, "they are God's servants, sent for the very purpose of punishing those who do what is wrong." God has appointed the state to pursue our good and punish all evil – including terrorism.
When we think of 9/11 we remember the fallen and remember the evil of terrorism. We need to pray that our government will be successful in dealing with all forms of terrorism.
We remember, but we also need to turn towards peace. It is profoundly significant that the passage about government quoted above is sandwiched by two commands:
Romans 12:18 says, "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone."
Romans 13:9-10 says, "Love your neighbor as yourself. Love does no harm to its neighbor."
In other words, the state is appointed by God to punish evil, and the church is commissioned by God to pursue peace and love its neighbor. Romans chapters 12 and 13 show us that we can love Muslims and deal with terrorists.
I will gather with hundreds of Christians and Muslims this September 11 to remember the fallen and to promote peace. I pray this day will be a turning point: a turn away from terror and the results of terror, and a turn towards peace. I invite you to join with us (whether you attend our service or not) and commit yourself to promoting peace.
September 11, 2011 is a time to remember the attack, the fallen, and the heroes. It is a time to recognize the difference between Muslims and terrorists, as well as the different role of church and state. It is a time to recommit ourselves to what it means to be followers of Christ.


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Lindsay & Justin's Palm Springs Wedding
Justin & Lindsay's Highlight Film
We had the pleasure of going down south with Corrina Walker Photography for Justin and Lindsay's wedding at the stunning Toscana Country Club in Indian Wells.
The couple made the best of the perfect weather, with an outdoor ceremony, cocktail hour and reception lounge area. The guests were treated to live music and fireworks the night of the wedding as well!
Enjoy this stunning couple's wedding film!
Photo Credit: Corrina Walker Photography


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Magnify Brewing Grand Opening/
This weekend marks the Grand Opening of Magnify Brewing Company!
Hours are: Friday 4-10pm, Saturday 12-9pm, Sunday 12-4pm
Special Deals: $10 tee shirts, $1 off pints, $10 64 ounce growler fills all weekend!
Brewery is located at: 1275 Bloomfield Ave, Building 7, Unit 40C, Fairfield, NJ 07004


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Christian Singles Portland & ME Dating
Welcome to the premier site for Portland Christian dating for Christian singles in Portland. If you say "ayuh" for "yes" and have experienced a year of no less than ten different seasons, you're probably from Maine. Portland is the largest city in this unique state and has given us Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, L.L. Bean, and Fort Knox.
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When you live in Maine, you learn to anticipate all kinds of weather. Maybe this is why the people here are so hardworking–they have to be able to roll with all the punches of Mother Nature. The proximity of the ocean helps to tone down the severity of winter and keeps summer a bit cooler. Perhaps the best part is being able to go out and play in the snow when it's cold, or on the waves when it's warm. Talk about the perfect day! You could go from the sea to the snow in a matter of minutes, providing you have the free time for it.
Almost all of the United State's lobsters are caught off of Maine's coast, and the state also produces more blueberries than any other state. In other words, if you want some delicious fresh food, this is the place to be! Maine is packed with farmer's markets and is known for building meals with the freshest food possible. In New England in general you find lots of seafood and dairy, mostly because the first European settlers there were very keen on baking fresh foodstuffs. On your next date, grab a couple of whoopie pies, Maine's state dessert. Portland is home to hundreds of foodies, so you can hardly go wrong when you go out for lunch or dinner. Pretty much anything you choose will make your mouth water before you even get to take a bite.
The people in Maine are known for their snappy sense of humor and being a bit on the reserved side. They work hard on their own and are dedicated to reaching their goals no matter what. When you get lost, they are more than happy to give you directions through the tangle of roads. Portland is full of tough, strong people who have a deep appreciation for humility. All around Portland are many small towns of people who support one another as the best of friends. These small towns operate on the original form of American democracy, where the people vote on everything in town meetings and the government itself doesn't have a lot of control over things.
From thousands of acres of beautiful lands to blueberry pie, Maine has given us a lot of things to love. Portland is just one of the hundreds of reasons to live in this easternmost state. There's no time like the present to make new friends and to discover new places to go on a date. Besides, you live here because you love the land and the people, right? When you live in Portland, you are surrounded by people who love what you love. So, if you're a Christian, single, and living in Portland, you've come to the right place to find others like you.


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Top Area Doctors - June 2014
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Dr. Randall M. West DO, FAAFP
Creekside Osteopathic Family Practice
1731 Creekside Dr., Ste. 100 | Folsom | 916-984-4100
Email attention Sarah: [email protected]
Dr. West is a board certified family practice physician who believes the best investment you can make now is in your health and wellness. Many people believe that an osteopathic doctor (D.O.) is a general practitioner; this is absolutely not the case. Osteopathic physicians instead are the only true complete physicians, practicing both hands-on manipulative treatment and preventive wellness. However, not all osteopathic physicians are equally-talented, nor do they practice preventive medicine like the physicians at Creekside Osteopathic Family Practice.
Dr. West recently started his "Exclusive Access," or concierge medicine program. This program allows Dr. West to provide healthcare to his patients in ways not possible through conventional programs. This program allots more time for the physician to spend with each patient, so that there is no rush during your appointment. Through this program, Dr. West also provides a 1-hour (or longer) complete executive physical, annually. The program treats the whole person and emphasizes a holistic approach to medicine with weight control programs and access to especially advanced labs, which are reviewed in person by Dr. West.
Patients enrolled in the concierge program can pay a monthly, quarterly or annual fee to be a member of the practice. There are fewer patients in a concierge practice, which allows Dr. West to offer his personalized exclusive access services. These include same-day appointments and 24/7 access, with special home visits in extenuating circumstances.
Professional Societies:
- OPSC – (Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons of California) Board of Directors
- AAFP (American Academy of Family Physicians)
- AMA (American Medical Association)
- AOA (American Osteopathic Association)
- Osteopathic National and CA State Licensing Boards
- Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice (FAAFP)
- Surgery Otorhinolarynology Award
- Intern of the Year Award
- Chief Resident, Family Practice Program
- AMA Physicians Recognition Award
- Most Valuable Physicians Award of California
- Team Physician for Oak Ridge High School Football Team past 12 years
Dr. West is also known as "Doc Taz" for his high energy level and contagious enthusiasm for living a healthy lifestyle.
Sacramento Bariatric Medical Associates
An ASMBS Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
Laura L. Machado, M.D., F.A.C.S.
5769 Greenback Lane | Sacramento
Email: [email protected]
Dr. Laura Machado founded Sacramento Bariatric Medical Associates in 2003. Her goal was to provide a comprehensive bariatric program with the emphasis on long-term success. Dr. Machado has performed over 4000 bariatric surgical procedures. Her practice provides a unique and personal approach to the treatment of the disease of obesity and its associated medical conditions. She has directed the bariatric program at Mercy San Juan Medical Center since its inception and helped lead that program to the numerous certifications and awards it has received for excellence in bariatric care over the years.
Dr. Machado was trained at the University of California and studied under some of the most experienced surgeons in the country. She has participated in landmark bariatric research studies recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Dr. Machado performs all bariatric procedures including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding. She has significant experience in the correction and revision of bariatric procedures and receives patients from across the country seeking treatment. Her level of experience provides her patients with an efficient surgical approach that minimizes risk and time under anesthesia. Her dedication allows them to achieve and maintain their weight loss and improved health.
Dr. Machado believes that bariatric surgery is an efficient tool that requires commitment and dedication by both the provider and the patient for the best outcomes. Dr. Machado offers free seminars for patients considering bariatric surgery. This is a one-hour seminar designed to educate patients on the procedures and introduce them to her program. You will find Dr. Machado to be approachable and personable with a unique understanding of obesity from first-hand experience.
Feel free to call her office at (916) 338-7200 or email [email protected] for further information.
Vitality Medical Laser & Skin Clinic
Celia Remy, M.D.P.C.Vitality Medical Laser & Skin Clinic and our new Regenerative Medicine branch are owned and operated by Celia Remy, M.D.P.C. Dr. Remy began her career with UC Davis Medical Center holding two positions as Medical Director for a satellite child abuse prevention clinic, and as a pediatrician with specialty interest in pediatric dermatology. This work piqued her interest in cosmetic dermatology and tissue regeneration After additional advanced training in laser medicine, cosmetic dermatology, liposuction, and most recently stem cell therapies, she was able to integrate all aspects of her background and bring a fresh perspective to the field of aesthetics.
1891 E. Roseville Pkwy., Ste. 170 | Roseville
740 Oak Avenue Pkwy., Ste. 100 | Folsom
Dr. Remy is always learning and working toward improved outcomes. She demonstrates this in her work with laser engineers, developing technologies, and critically evaluating protocols for treatment effectiveness. She is a certifying instructor for physicians and nurses in laser therapies, as well as advanced injectable fillers. She was recently invited by Allergan to train physicians in the use of their newest filler, Juvéderm Voluma™ XC.
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Kenneth M. Toft, M.D.Kenneth M. Toft, M.D. is the Director of Toft Facial Plastic Surgery in Roseville, California. He dedicates 100% of his practice to facial cosmetic surgery. This is in contrast to many surgeons that perform liposuction and breast augmentation, who can spend as little as 20% of their time on the face.
959 Reserve Dr. | Roseville
916-782-8638 | www.toftfacialsurgery.com
Complete dedication to facial plastic surgery is very important for several reasons: the complex anatomy of the face, the need to keep up with the latest techniques of facial rejuvenation, and the importance of facial features in defining individuality. The results of facial plastic surgery are not hidden under clothes; they are seen every day by friends in public and by oneself in the mirror. For these reasons, only the most specialized and highly trained facial plastic surgeon should be selected.
Throughout his career Dr. Toft has demonstrated a commitment to excellence. Dr. Toft graduated from college in the top 3% and medical school in the top 10% of his class at the University of Michigan. He then underwent surgical training at Stanford University, with four years completely focused on the face and neck. Dr. Toft was then selected to be a UCLA Clinical Instructor in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery where he studied with world experts in cosmetic surgery. In 2000, Dr. Toft moved to the Sacramento area to become the Medical Director of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Mercy San Juan and to open the Toft Facial Plastic Surgery Center.
Dr. Toft believes the goal of cosmetic surgery is to create improvement while maintaining a natural and balanced appearance. This natural appearance is achieved through the use of modern techniques to make his patients look younger, refreshed, and healthy, never overdone or "operated." The natural balance of facial features is what creates identity, displays emotion, and establishes level of health. Because each face is different, the goals of surgery for each person is individualized. Dr. Toft draws on his extensive training, aesthetic sense, and personal touch to achieve better balance and improved symmetry for all of his patients' unique facial features.
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Dr. Shadle received his medical degree from The Ohio State University. He completed his internship at UC Davis Medical Center, and his residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Gatschet received her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts and completed her residency at the University of California, San Francisco-Fresno. Both Drs. Shadle and Gatschet were fellowship trained in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at the University of California, San Francisco-Fresno, by world-renowned bariatric surgeons, and are board certified by the American Board of Surgery. When they aren't caring for patients, both Drs. Shadle and Gatschet can be found playing with their kids. Dr. Shadle enjoys organic gardening and Dr. Gatschet is an avid baseball fan.
Surgical excellence coupled with compassionate patient care is what sets us apart. We believe surgeons should have good hands AND good hearts. Our practice has been built on the values of compassion, integrity, and excellence. You can learn more about The Sacramento BMI Difference on our web site.
We have locations in Sacramento, Roseville, and Davis. www.sacramentobmi.com 916-688-7000
Northern California Fertility Medical Center
1130 Conroy Ln., Ste. 100 | RosevilleAt Northern California Fertility Medical Center (NCFMC), our vision is your future family. If you are experiencing difficulty becoming pregnant, we offer a full range of infertility services including in vitro fertilization, egg donation, preimplantation genetic diagnosis, artificial insemination, gestational surrogacy and vasectomy reversal. We are proud of our high success rates and are committed to providing the highest quality care.
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Individualized care from one of our three board certified reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialists and one male fertility specialist is our trademark. You are not alone in pursuing your dream of a family.
NCFMC has helped create more families than all other fertility centers in the region. Since 1992, our physicians, Dr. Janice Andreyko, Dr. John Gould, Dr. Michael Murray and Dr. Carlos Soto-Albors have helped create thousands of families. At NCFMC, we offer advanced treatments catered to your specific needs with life changing results. For more information visit our website at www.NCFMC.com.
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Artur Henke, M.D.
9285 Sierra College Blvd. | Roseville
Dr. Artur Henke, a board certified dermatologist, has extensive experience in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He did his training at UC Davis Medical Center, where he was Chief Resident. Dr. Henke has been a Northern California resident for 26 years, and in 2008, realized his dream of building Placer Dermatology & Skin Care Center, a state of the art dermatology practice in Roseville, California. Dr. Henke volunteers as Assistant Clinical Professor at UC Davis, and is an active member of several medical societies, including the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Henke specializes in the recognition and management of all types of skin cancer including melanoma, pre-cancers, benign skin growths, acne, skin infections, and skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. Dr. Henke performs surgery on all areas of the body and offers cosmetic procedures such as Botox. By addressing your skin condition in a timely and expert manner, Dr. Henke can alleviate many symptoms and prevent complications. Dr. Henke looks forward to providing you with his expert care while addressing your entire family's dermatologic needs in a comfortable and friendly environment.
Dr. Henke and his wife, along with their two children are active members of the community and enjoy living in the area.
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Dr. Ken SumidaDr. Ken Sumida and the staff at Nuance Cosmetic Surgery Center aim to improve your natural appearance and reverse some signs of aging. Nuance offers surgical and non-surgical procedures, including face lifts, eyelid lifts, breast enhancements and tummy tucks, facials, medical facials, Botox, restylane, and chemical peels. If you're not sure if cosmetic surgery is for you, Dr. Sumida offers seminars that allow patients to explore the various methods of looking younger. Dr. Sumida encourages first time patients to seek out a number of plastic surgeons so they can find the one where they feel most comfortable.
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Interview With PictureGroove Photography
We at AmandaLouise are so incredibly lucky to have some wonderful friends in the fitness and fashion industry. One particular woman who is not only a friend, but a business partner in our Epic Tulum All-Inclusive Photo Shoot Experience (go to www.epictulum.com for more info). We decided to sit down Sarah Lyons of PictureGroove Photography for an exclusive interview to share with our community. If you are looking to start or expand your portfolio, she is an absolute wealth of knowledge! We hope you enjoy this interview as much as we did.
1. Why did you become a photographer?
"I was a business professional in real estate, then when the market began to crash in 2007/2008, I knew I needed to find another career. I had somewhat of a fitness modeling background in the past, and during the 2007/2008 time frame, MySpace was very popular, and I saw all of this beautiful photography work being posted from other photographers. It had been nearly 10 years since I did any photo shoots, and I was blown away by the work I was seeing. So, I thought...maybe I will purchase a camera and a basic lighting set, and give shooting a try! As soon as I started seeing what I was capable of, I was hooked. I had always enjoyed photography as a kid, and growing up...but never in a million years did I think that my company would take off, and I would be able to do this full time. I absolutely love what I do, and couldn't see myself doing anything else."
2. How did you choose to get into fitness and fashion photography?
"It was an easy choice for me, because I've had experience in fitness myself. The human physique has always fascinated me, and having competed and modeled myself, it was a very easy segway for me. The fashion part really just came in to play over the past five or so years. I love how the fitness industry is all merging fashion, fitness, and edgy glam all together."
3. We all know photo shoots can be quite the investment, how should a model determine the value of what they're getting?
"I think the number one thing a model should seek in any photographer, is the level of experience that they have. Picturegroove has been in business for almost ten years, and has seen the goods and bars of what some models have been through with other photographers. When a model is making an investment, they should expect a high level of customer/client service to go along with their shoot. I provide somewhat of a one-stop-shop for all of my clients that come to shoot with me. My shoots can include a professional spray tan, professional hair and makeup, and also the possibility of being fully outfitted with PictureGroove wardrobe and styling too! They can just show up, and PictureGroove takes care of the rest. The model should also expect to receive their proofs and retouched images in a timely manner. I an't tell you how many times I have heard some models telling me that they did a shoot with so-and-so two years ago, and never saw any of their proofs, let alone retouched images...and this photographer is quite well known, and not cheap either! I run a business, and it is very important to me to treat others as I would expect to be treated myself. I also do magazine submissions on the model's behalf, I shoot for large fitness-related companies, and I am always on the lookout for sponsorships as well. With that said, I can pass that info along to the people that shoot with me, so that they can grow their own brands!"
4. Tell us about the experience of shooting with PictureGroove
"I wish I had 20 testimonials for this...I myself, am a very chill person. I hate pressure, impatience, cattiness, rudeness and all of that. When someone comes to shoot with me they can expect a very relaxing environment, conversation with me about WHY they want to shoot in the first place, overcoming objectives, working on facial expressions and posing, and constantly showing the model the back of my camera to instill confidence in what they are doing. Most people that shoot with me once shoot with me time and time again, just based on their initial experience alone."
5. What do you recommend a model consider when choosing wardrobe?
"Great question! The model should choose something that makes him or her feel confident, vibrant, and gorgeous when they shoot. Loud patterns are sort of a no-no when you shoot with me, unless it is on a bikini. Something that flatters the model's physique, and looks good on camera."
6. How should a model prepare for the days leading up to their shoot? Skin prep? Hair Prep? Other things?
"Whether or not the model is being spray-tanned for their shoot, they should exfoliate their skin well the few days leading up to their shoot. If they are receiving a spray tan, it is important that the skin is non-moisturized and no deodorant when they go to get their tan. The following day, they can rinse off and lightly soap up in the shower with no washcloth or sponges. If no spray tan is being received, make sure the skin is exfoliated and well-moisturized when they arrive to the shoot. Hydration is KEY! I can tell when a model is "dried out" when shooting. Hydration affects the skin immensely, so it is important to stay hydrated. Femail models should come with clean, dry hair...I find that if your shoot is on a Wednesday, it is good to wash and dry your hair on a Tuesday then show up to shoot. Guys can have clean hair when they show up to their shoot"
7. How should the model arrive to the shoot?
"Energized, with snacks to get them through the day, hydrated, and looking and feeling confident and ready to take on the world."
8. Obviously we're excited for the Epic Tulum trip... Why should a model invest in a destination shoot?
"Even when I do a wedding shoot, I cannot emphasize enough, that the photographs from that day/time are the ONE thing that will last forever. I have done destination photo shoots before, but nothing of this magnitude. The Epic Tulum trip is ALL-INCLUSIVE, AND we are seeking sponsorships from specific companies that will see the model in this amazing element! So, if you are going to shoot with PictureGroove, go all out! As I said prior, I want to treat people the way that I would like to be treated...and if I was still a model, I would DEFINITELY invest in going to Tulum. When we get all of those shots taken, we will all be able to look back collectively, and say...not only was that an awesome shoot, and Sarah really knows what she is doing, but we can look back 20, 30, 50 years from now, and still have these amazing memories of an awesome shoot. And if all goes well, I presume we will be able to thumb through the pages of magazines and experience those same feelings!"
9. For many, the goal is getting published. What are your three top tips for getting published?
"The three top tips that I have is
1) The model needs to figure out where they see themselves being published, and how they would feel if they actually WERE published in that specific magazine/website/blog/
publication. THEY are the ones that have to do the work, and contact these publishers that are out there. These days, the publishers DO want to here from the models themselves. They are thinking..."well, how bad does this model really want it? How can this model benefit my publication?"
2) Take on a second job...your own social media! It's all fun and games until you really want to get your name out there! It takes WORK, guys! Follow those that inspire you. Follow the pages in which you see yourself! COMMUNICATE with people that are doing what you see yourself doing! There are NO shortcuts to success, and YOU have to do the work!
3) Approach the situation with confidence! Only a handful of photographers that you work with WILL do their best for you on your behalf as well. When you are communicating with a publisher, do not ask too many questions. Follow their lead and listen to any advice they may give you. Be confident and secure in your approach, and you can't go wrong!"
10. What is your best advice for someone wanting to get into modeling?
"If you really want to model, be sure that you contact the photographer that you feel will be a great fit for YOU. Everyone is different, and I may not fit perfectly with everyone out there wanting to get in to modeling. But all you can do is reach out to those that have shot with photographers that you admire. Approach the situation with confidence! I LOVE working with newer models and helping them to achieve their best version of themselves on-film. I help with posing assistance and also help with facial expressions too, to help the model tap in to more of an internal personality that they never knew they had. Check out my site,www.picturegroove.com to see more of my work, and see for yourself!"


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In the later years of his life, Mr. Herbert Armstrong often referred to the opening chapters of Genesis, pointing us to lessons regarding the tree of life and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. These trees represent two opposite ways of life. The tree of life represents obedience to God and adherence to His way of life. The tree of the knowledge of good and evil represents man's reliance on himself to decide what is good and what is evil—a self-willed rejection of our Creator.
Mr. Armstrong spoke so frequently on the subject that some people tired of hearing about it. He often started by telling us that he was giving something new. Many, no doubt, chalked this up to an old man's forgetfulness, but there would usually be some additional insight added to the overall picture. Some might counter that this is simply "spin," an explanation to cover up a failing mind. But was his mind failing, or was he way ahead of us, consciously explaining a vital, life-saving lesson that passed over the heads of far too many?
What is remarkable about the history of Mr. Armstrong and the two trees is his perception that most people did not "get it"! Maybe that is why he said that he was telling us something new; it was certainly a revelation missed by the majority. He often told us, with emotion and power, "I don't think 50 percent of you get it!" Many of us even remember him saying, "I think maybe only 10 percent of you get it!"
When Adam and Eve chose the wrong tree and were cut off from the tree of life, they set mankind on an evil and ultimately unsuccessful course. Ever since, our moral compass has been set by human reason, separated from God. We have chosen our own education, government, science and technology, industry and commerce, culture and religion.
Regarding religion, Mr. Armstrong specifically warned us against returning to Protestantism. Why? What did he see that caused him to give us this warning? We kept the Sabbath and Holy Days, rejected the idea of an immortal soul, paid our tithes, and avoided unclean meats. We were on solid ground—or so we thought.
History proved Mr. Armstrong correct. The overwhelming majority did not get it. Soon after his death, many turned away from the truth and returned to heathen rituals and lies. All it took was one man standing up and saying that it was okay. When Mr. Armstrong's successor "permitted" eating unclean meats, some went out that very night to order lobster or pork.
Only Two Trees!
Mr. Armstrong saw the heart and core of the Garden account. He understood human nature, and he understood the lure of the forbidden way (Hebrews 11:24–26). He recognized that many in the Church were picking the wrong tree's fruit and needed to wake up. Sadly, most did not. Mr. Armstrong understood that there is no middle ground: There are only two trees!
God told Israel, "I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live" (Deuteronomy 30:19). Every day, our words and actions demonstrate which tree we are choosing. How easy it is to compromise, to profess love for the tree of life while choosing the tree that brings curses and death.
Our battle is spiritual (2 Corinthians 10:3–5). It is an illusion to think that we can eat from the wrong tree, just as Adam did, and not suffer terrible consequences. Some things seem right to us, but don't work out so well, even leading to death (Proverbs 14:12; 16:25)! We must not love this world, lest we pass away with it (1 John 2:15–17). Far too many church members of all ages attempt to have it both ways—to be in the Church and the world at the same time. This cannot work, as we learned from the example of those who failed to heed Mr. Armstrong's warning!
Elijah's Message
The prophet Malachi reveals that one coming in the spirit and power of Elijah will appear before the coming of the Messiah (Malachi 4:5). We understand that John the Baptist paved the way for the Messiah's first coming (Matthew 11:12–14), but Malachi specifically refers to the end time, the second coming of Jesus Christ, when he adds, "before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord" (Malachi 4:5).
Who was Elijah? He came "out of nowhere," his name never mentioned prior to 1 Kings 17:1. During a troubled time in Israel, and after three and a half years of severe drought, he appeared again before King Ahab. There was a short exchange before Elijah called for Ahab to meet him on Mount Carmel, and to bring with him 450 prophets of Baal and 400 prophets of Asherah.
Quite a crowd showed up. It was then that Elijah asked the pertinent question: "How long will you falter between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow Him; but if Baal, follow him" (1 Kings 18:21). He posed this question to a people who were trying to straddle a fork in the road—a strategy that will never work, as the gap widens with time and distance. Israel was, no doubt, much deeper into Baal worship than into the worship of the God of Abraham.
The New Testament refers to Elijah numerous times. He appeared in the transfiguration vision, talking with Jesus and Moses (Matthew 17:1–9). Some people thought that Jesus was Elijah (Matthew 16:14; Luke 9:7–9), while others thought that He called out to Elijah while hanging on the stake (Matthew 27:47, 49).
One interesting possibility is that the prophet Elijah typifies one of the two witnesses, Moses typifying the other. Evidence for this idea is threefold. As we have already noted, there is one to come in the spirit and power of Elijah, "before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord." Moses and Elijah appeared in the transfiguration vision with Christ. The two witnesses will work miracles, including the prevention of rain for a period of three and a half years, reminiscent of the drought worked through Elijah during the reign of Ahab.
John the Baptist clearly fulfilled the role of Elijah, preparing the way for Jesus' first coming. He was not the resurrected Elijah, but one who came in the spirit and power of Elijah. We should not think that it will be any different when a similar man appears at the end of the age; He will not be Elijah resurrected, as is proclaimed by some who do not understand the Scriptures.
Some believe that Mr. Herbert Armstrong was the Elijah to come, but the more time passes since his death in 1986 (33 years ago), the less likely that is. He certainly did an Elijah-like work, but did he fulfill the prophecy of Malachi 4? Time will reveal the truth.
The point is that the Elijah of old dealt with a compromising people. They had not thoroughly rejected the God of Israel, but they had one foot in the worship of the heathen gods of the nations that surrounded and infiltrated them. Will it be different at the end? Will not the end-time Elijah, regardless of who he may be, play a similar role, calling for people to repent and symbolically choose one tree or the other?
Is the church of Laodicea not told to "get off the fence"? Is compromise not the dominant attitude within the Church at the end of the age? "I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I could wish you were cold or hot. So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth" (Revelation 3:15–16). Such willingness to compromise suggests a lack of conviction!
James gives a command and a warning: "But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does" (James 1:22–25).
Become Converted!
We often hear the word conversion used in the Church. A parent may ask a daughter considering marriage, "Is he converted?" You may wonder, "Am I converted?" But what does this mean? Often converted is thought of as meaning exactly the same as baptized, but we must understand that it means so much more. Conversion, in our context, means truly changing—being transformed to a different way of life.
A sort of initial conversion takes place when someone changes his eating habits, changes the day on which he worships and rests, and changes how he uses his money. There is a very evident transformation of those who come into the Church from elsewhere. For those who grow up in the Church, there must also be a conversion process, but it may not be as obvious, and this is where the proverbial rubber meets the road. Whether we grow up in the Church or come to it later in life, the real conversion process is not as simple as going to the Feast of Tabernacles and not keeping Christmas. Real conversion is inward, affecting both heart and mind (Hebrews 8:10). It involves a different kind of circumcision: "Therefore circumcise the foreskin of your heart, and be stiff-necked no longer" (Deuteronomy 10:16). Conversion is an ongoing process that begins at baptism (Colossians 2:11–12; 3:1–5), and ongoing is the operative word. Putting to death one's old ways must take place daily (1 Corinthians 15:31).
Become as Little Children
Jesus' disciples were competitive, and some were afflicted with "who is greatest" syndrome. On one occasion, they asked Him, "Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" To answer them, He set a child in their midst, and said, "Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 18:1–3). They needed to convert from one way of thinking to another, and the fruits of their lives clearly showed that they did, with the exception of Judas (John 17:12).
Children are teachable—they soak up knowledge and understanding. They want to learn, and so must we. One beatitude instructs us, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled" (Matthew 5:6). Notice that He does not speak of those who gain more technical knowledge (not that such knowledge is wrong to have), but those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. We must learn right from wrong and apply what we learn. That means recognizing the difference between the two trees and converting to the right one. Remember that Adam and Eve knew which tree was which, but the wrong one looked better in their minds. Let us not make such a mistake!
How easy it is to go through the motions but be unaffected by the journey. One can pray and study regularly, but to what end? Yes, pray we must, and study we must, but are we changing?
Are we converting from the ways of this evil world, or absorbing what it offers? Are we growing in our discernment between two very different ways of life? "For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God; and you have come to need milk and not solid food" (Hebrews 5:12).
Some take pride in feeding on what they consider "solid food," thinking that this scripture refers to "new understanding" of prophecy. This is not correct! Note verse 14: "But solid food belongs to those who are of full age [mature], that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil."
If there is one lesson to remember in life, it is that when the world is excited and promoting an agenda, we should recognize this as a red flag. Consider carefully the images and ideas that come to you through the Internet, television, movies, social media, and advertising. Increasingly, the world around us is little more than an infomercial for Satan's way. If you want to live forever, you must reject the tree he is promoting and choose the tree of life!


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Sunday, May 21, 2017 - 11:43
Does a girl in the house mean fire in the belly? Book Review of 'The Taming of Women'
In essence this novel is about how we internalise the politics of power and gender.
Thursday, April 13, 2017 - 18:48
Book Review: Perumal Murugan's 'Pyre', may its heat singe some sense into you!
Originally written in Tamil and translated into English, 'Pyre' is Kumaresan and Saroja's love story laced with the poison of caste.
Saturday, March 18, 2017 - 18:29
Meera's writing is magic that makes everyday stories into extraordinary ones
More than yellow: KR Meera's palette of colourful stories.
Thursday, March 2, 2017 - 15:59
Book Review: 'Island of Lost Shadows' is an uncanny satire on Kerala's political and cultural climate
This novel reads like one of our blockbuster movies. There's action, drama, suspense, poetry, revolution, magic, sex, abuse and a complete lack of social order.
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 - 17:11
Book review: What is it like to be gay in small town Karnataka and love in fear?
"Why should we be so scared? Have we murdered anybody? We just love each other."
Friday, January 20, 2017 - 09:53
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Are there any rules to brand management? Well, maybe or maybe not. Rules were meant to be broken and, perhaps to some extent, taking a risk can help. However, there are some vague principles that brands should try to adhere to. In this article we will discuss those rules in an attempt to outline a wise branding strategy. If you need help with building a marketing campaign for your company, whether you are working on custom design packaging or website and logo design, consult San Diego graphic design and branding company, Lien Design.
Remember Where You Came From:
Your founding story is very important and it will endear you to your customers. Many brands lose sight of this, especially when they start to become more successful. It is essential to always remember your roots and make sure you are conveying that to your customers in branding and marketing.
Convey Your Brands DNA:
A brand's DNA is part of what is innate to the brand due to its history. It is often based on one strong concept and can be expressed in no more than five words. Customers should always be aware of this DNA and be able to relate that to others when discussing the product.
Promote Product Codes:
Codes are what makes a product recognizable. They are the motifs associated with the product. Although subtle changes can be made to these codes, they should never alter so far that customers are no longer able to recognize them.
The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same:
For a brand to maintain their identity as a modern and relevant brand, companies need to make sure their product image keeps up with the times. Brands may be afraid to change their image and alienate customers. However, if they are marketing themselves as a modern brand, not changing could do more harm than good. Brands need to change to stay consistent.
Don't Try to Appeal to Everyone:
Luxury brands may be able to be exclusive while everyday brands might want to go for a more general market. Whatever the case is, you can't please all the people all the time...and it may not be a good idea to try. Targeting certain audiences and working on appealing to them makes for a smart marketing strategy.
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1 Synthesis of Polystyrene Grafting Filler Nanoparticles: Effect of Grafting on Mechanical Reinforcement
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A series of polystyrene (PS) nanoparticles were prepared by grafting polystyrene from both aggregated silica and colloidally dispersed silica nanoparticles using atom-transfer radical polymerisation (ATRP). Cross-linking and macroscopic gelation were minimised by using a miniemulsion system. The thermal and mechanical behaviour of the nanocomposites have been examined by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and dynamic mechanical thermal analysis (DMTA).
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Losing Weight Can Be Fun – 5 Simple Activities To Get Healthy And Have Fun
Do you groan when you think of trying to lose weight and exercise? Most of us do! Unfortunately, for so many, the very idea of losing weight breeds negative thoughts and feelings. You may even feel as if it's an impossible challenge.
After all, who wants to think of climbing on those machines in the gym for 30 minutes to take off the pounds? Or even worse, doing sit-ups at home. Yuck!
If losing weight has become a drag, you need to rethink your strategy.
You'll be glad to discover that you don't need to go to the gym to lose weight and get the body you want!
Here are five simple activities that will help you get healthy while having a blast:
1. Play group sports. One great idea for losing weight the fun way is to play group sports. Next time, instead of dragging yourself to the gym and those dreaded machines, check out the recreation centre in your area.
- Start playing soccer, softball, volleyball, or basketball. With these activities, you'll be burning off the calories while enjoying yourself at the same time!
2. Go for a walk with your friends. Another great way to get active and improve your health is to start walking with friends. Meet during the week to take a brisk walk together, either in the morning before your day begins, during lunch, or in the evening after work.
- Schedule your walk into your day as social time. While you're walking, take time to catch up and chat with each other. This way it feels more like a social experience instead of exercise.
3. Dance. Dancing is another great way to burn off mega calories while you have a great time. You'll get your heart pumping, and you'll enjoy an awesome total workout!
- Take a dance class.
- Go out to a nightclub where you can dance the night away.
- Get some dance videos so you can dance at home.
4. Beautify your yard or cultivate a garden. Gardening and yard work are both activities that burn calories so you can lose some weight. Planting flowers or vegetables, pulling weeds, raking, hauling dirt, and doing other gardening chores can really help you get in shape.
- When you're squatting, bending, and yanking out those weeds, you'll be working muscles you didn't even know you had!
5. Play with your family. Even something as simple as playtime outdoors with the family can help you lose some pounds and stay healthy. Whether it's running, frisbee, or playing tag together, just having fun with the family can give you some much needed activity.
- Visit a park and go hiking on the trails.
- Climb a tree in your backyard.
- Go swimming or skiing.
The possibilities are endless! You'll have fun spending quality time with your family, and teaching your children a healthy lifestyle as well.
Although these activities are fun, regular activity and eating a healthy diet go hand in hand when you want to lose weight. You can't count one weekend of gardening as your exercise for the week. Vary your activities for more fun, and do something to get moving every day.
Consistency is the key to reaching your weight loss goal.
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There certainly seems to be two Barbadoses. One where young people who have used their education well and are doing responsible jobs still can't afford to buy a house lot, far less build a home (especially since the removal of their tax free allowances), and the other one where some people are allowed to "squat" on other people's land, use water illegally, and nothing seems to be done about it.
We often hear of our archaic laws being changed – even our constitution is changed quite easily from time to time – so one may ask how come this ridiculous Limitations and Prescription Act, which apparently gives these squatters some rights to the land they have occupied, is still on our statute books?
Apart from this law which apparently gives squatters rights if they have occupied the land for more than ten years, what about the Town and Country Planning regulations? I was under the impression that one had to apply to that department for permission to erect structures. Are these squatters also exempt from this regulation?
Recently we saw blatant infringements of the Town and Country Planning regulations being legalised in Parliament so that Government's plan of giving over Government housing to those who had paid their rent for 20 years could be facilitated and, I assume, the powers that be could be seen as the "saviours of (some of) the people".
But what of those who have no hope of owning "a piece of the rock" because their salaries have been severely diminished and because greedy land developers seem to be able to charge whatever they please for land? Are they not Barbadians too and shouldn't their needs also be met?
With regard to the Town Planning regulations, I heard a case on a call-in programme yesterday where a lady whose house had been destroyed or badly damaged by Tropical Storm Tomas said that having received no assistance from Government, she and her partner saved and bought the materials and rebuilt the house on the exact spot that it had stood for the last 50 years.
Now apparently the Town Planning Department says it must come down because it is too close to the road. So, 10 years can give a squatter legal rights, but 50 years does not give this lady any rights? If the reported claims are correct, this can't be fair.
I said it before and I will say it again, in my opinion, politicians in this country are encouraging a nation of lawless mendicants. Is this what the majority of citizens want? If we don't we need to say so in no uncertain terms and not let these troubling issues be nine-day wonders.
As another lady noted on a call-in programme recently, we need to stand up and say "No". I believe she was specifically referring to the robberies associated with the "Cash for Gold" trade where the public is apparently being asked to avoid the problem by not wearing their jewellery, rather than the police and the courts confronting it and dealing with it.
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A team of budding filmmakers chase their Bollywood dreams with limited resources, writes Neha Bhayana.india Updated: Oct 10, 2006 17:19 IST
With something borrowed, something reused, something old and nothing new, a group of amateur filmmakers set out to make a short film. They had little money, no sets, a handheld camera, a few bulbs and light stands. And a lot of spirit.
The group was one of the 35 teams from across the country, participating in 24x7 Making Movies, an initiative of director Dev Benegal and Hungama Mobile.
The concept started as a crazy idea — What if a person could walk in and make a film? The participating teams were given 24 hours to write, shoot and show their films — on the theme, Laughter and Terror.
The film had to be anywhere in between 24 seconds to 24 minutes long and the participants had to be 24-year-old or younger, and they were provided with digital cameras and computers to shoot and edit their films. Their prize — the winning film will be sent to Cannes.
HT City accompanied one of the participating team, led by Mukesh Tiwari, a student of Zee Institute of Media Arts, his friends and fellow unit members, while they canned their 11-minute film Raghav at the Bhakti Vedanta Hospital in Mumbai.
The film is co-directed by Mukesh Tiwari and his two other batch mates Abhishek Bhardwaj and Sanjay Kandary. "The film is abstract," says Tiwari. It is about Raghav, a morgue attendant, who is more comfortable among the dead than the living. "The film shows the effects of the big bad world on Raghav," says Bhardwaj.
Any problem that the team faced while shooting the film on a shoe-string budget and with limited resources? "Having no fixed location made filming difficult. We needed to visualise and plan each shot," says Bhardwaj.
But all said and done, the team of enthusiastic students are ready with their labour of love — a 11-minute film. And the trio are now waiting for the final results which is as harrowing as the filming experience.
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