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Eye Gaze Technology as a Form of Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Individuals with Rett Syndrome: Experiences of Families in The Netherlands (summary)
Over recent years the use of eye-gaze and eye tracking technology to support communication for people with Rett syndrome (RTT) has increased with many families wanting high-tech eye gaze systems.
People who have RTT are commonly non-verbal and rely on behaviours being interpreted as communication attempts by carers and communication partners. Reliable assessment of levels of understanding or cognitive ability is difficult to achieve in this population. Eye gaze is often reported as the most frequent form of expressive communication for people with RTT and eye tracking control can potentially give access to computers and high tech voice output communication aids (VOCAs).
There is limited published research into the use of this type of system for people with RTT.
What did they do?
This study looked into the use of eye gaze and eye tracking technology from the point of view of families, considering the following questions;
- Are families of individuals with RTT using eye gaze technology to enhance communication?
If so
- What are the families support needs in relation to this and how well are they being met?
- Do families see progress in their child's communication skills?
- What implications for future service delivery and support for communication can be drawn from families' experiences?
190 Dutch families of people who had RTT were invited to complete an on-line survey. 67 families took part and 63 answered questions related to eye gaze technology.
What did they find?
20 families had past or current experience of using eye gaze systems, 40 families has never used this type of technology. Most of the twenty had had a short term trial of a device and all but two of these had requested funding for an eye gaze system of their own.
Of the families who had not trialled an eye-gaze device 28/43 wanted to do so, 23 of these people with RTT were under the age of 25. 10/13 people whose families did not want to trial the system were over 25.
The trial devices were found to have been used more consistently at home than in school, with custom made pages. On-going support was variable and all parents were responsible for programming devices themselves.
A large majority of families could see progress in their child's levels of awareness and engagement and their ability to express themselves following provision of an eye-gaze system. They also felt there was increased understanding of language.
Families wanted; more support from suppliers in planning and preparation for a loan, longer trial periods and trials of a wider range of systems, increased knowledge of the technology among therapists and other professionals so that they could provide better support and cheap training workshops.
The value of self-help groups and networks was widely recognised.
Most families who had experience of an eye gaze system were happy with it despite some frustrations. There is a need for further research into the use of this technology for individuals with RTT. The establishment of longer, well-supported trials and the development of a loan bank of equipment is identified as potentially beneficial.
Levels of training to support families are vital in developing successful use of these devices, as is the availability of knowledgeable professionals.
The families who took part in this survey would have liked the systems to be provided with preinstalled, personalised vocabularies and software to allow for development. The time needed to create these individually from scratch led to frustration. Commercially available pages and software widely used as a starting point in other countries are not available in Dutch.
More investigation is needed into the reasons for families of people over the age of 25 not being interested in this technology.
The sample use in this survey was small and restricted to The Netherlands. More follow up is needed.
Things you may want to look into:
Communication intervention in Rett syndrome: a survey of speech language pathologists in Swedish health services
Communication Intervention to Teach Requesting Through Aided AAC for Two Learners With Rett Syndrome
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This morning, Aaron woke up, came downstairs and announced, "I'm making my own breakfast." To avoid meddling, I disappeared and listened to a symphony of pots clanging and cupboard doors opening and closing. When I peeked in a few minutes later, Aaron was sitting at the dining room table, toasted waffles with honey and four carefully placed blackberries in front of him, as well as a piping hot cup of black coffee (with a straw). He was reading the paper.
"I'm not playing with my iPad anymore," he said firmly. "I'm going to read the paper in the morning." Indeed, he was busy searching the newspaper for car ads, his favourite thing.
Now, Aaron is 12 years old. But it wasn't that long ago that he needed to be close by, within eyesight at all times. Otherwise, he'd do whacky things like fill up his dump truck with (used) cat litter or leave the premises on some adventure.
In the past few months, since we've moved to Vancouver, I've seen Aaron blossom and mature. He's definitely a pre-teen and not a little kid anymore. He pays for purchases himself at the cashier with his own money. He orders his own Subway sandwich. He goes to the public washroom solo. He runs ahead of me after school to beat me home. He plays street hockey in the cul-de-sac with the neighbourhood kids. He takes his three wheel scooter up and down the crosswalk by himself.
I feel Aaron's newfound maturity is worthy of mention, because a mere five years ago, when he was seven years old or so, I despaired at ever having two seconds to myself. I had to be vigilant at all times for his safety, even when I took a quick shower, or I thought he was sleeping. (When he was two, he slipped out the front door at 6 am, only to be discovered across the busy street an hour later. This horrified me and resulted in a greatly barricaded front door).
But this passed! I can envision leaving Aaron at home while I walk to the mailbox! Maybe even one day when I go for groceries! My constant hyper-awareness days are over and I can feel my shoulders relaxing a bit. Of course, everybody grows up, including kids with Down syndrome. How I wish I had known that when he was younger, and I hope the moms of younger kids know this too – although Aaron sometimes gets 'stuck' in stages in a plateau, he also has taken great leaps of maturity – when he is good and ready.
There's now opportunity for freedom for all of us…including most of all – him. Although, I think one of his biggest barriers to independence is his doting mother. (Um, and that's me). Duly noted.

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Lucia Castillo is a designer and hand letterer originally from Guayaquil, Ecuador. She graduated cum laude from Kean University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design majoring in Interactive Advertising.
Inspired by her journey into mindfulness, self-love, and growth she aims to share an uplifting message of positivity through her work. Always prepared when inspiration strikes and working primarily with analog techniques, Lucia is never without a sketchbook, a pencil, and a black Sharpie to capture her ideas.
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Over the years of doing business in the industry, I've seen many mistakes made when choosing a contractor. Some rules are steadfast and some are opinion. Below are some helpful suggestions.
- INTERVIEW your choices in person. Try to refrain from simply passing out plans or a description of your work and wait for bids to come in.
- REFERENCES: Don't just ask, follow up with the names your given.
- LICENSING: Be sure the pool of contractors your choosing from are licensed. You can search the DPOR website and/or ask for the license number.
- HIRE LOCAL: It can be tempting to hire contractors outside your area, but ask yourself some questions. Will they be available for future work or an emergency? Will my decision add to the local economy?
- PRICE: Be wary of choosing based on "low bidder". You want your contractor to give you a good price, but you also need honesty when it comes to cost.
- INSURANCE: Make sure your contractor has General Liability and Workers Compensation insurance. You could be liable for accidents or injury if not.
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A lot to include this month: changes in the Committee structure, a lot of events planned for November [including an outing], a report from our recent show, more detail about the planned stock-sale, updates on various long-term projects and even a potential new wagon commission. A lot here to keep everybody busy and a great lead-up to Christmas!
Recent Committee changes
Most members will have seen Noel Blows back in the club after a short absence and he will, once again, be a regular part of the furniture!. He has now returned to his original role as Chair, with Mal Shore relinquishing the role of acting Chair that he took for some months.
A sincere vote of thanks was proposed for Mal: he stepped in at very short notice to cover the Chair's vacancy and enabled the Committee to continue to operate and supported Scott in the management of the show. We were hugely grateful for his chairing and pleased to note that Mal has agreed to remain on the Committee.
The 2018 Show
The recent annual show proved to be a great success, was universally well-received and enjoyed excellent feed-back from both exhibitors and traders. It was well attended, allowing the public to see exhibition layouts of a high quality and congratulations must go to Scott Rhodes and his team for organising the event. But many thanks too to the 20+ members who assisted at various times over the two days, particularly those who covered the ticketing desk, the raffle stand and the refreshments room. You all made it run like clockwork.
For the first time we were able to use our card machine to help with payments, it was enormously useful and reduced the amount of hard cash that needed to be taken care of. And on the subject of money, whilst the final figure is not yet in, it looks as though the show made a profit of around £2000. This means that for next year's show, the accommodation costs for exhibitors are already covered and some of their travelling expenses will be underwritten too. In this way, the plan, eventually, is to have a totally self-sustaining show.
Photographs from this year's event can be found here. In the meantime, here's the Evening Post write-up.
The show team for the 2019 event has already met and 6 exhibitors have already been signed up! A number of traders have also indicated their wish to return: we are obviously getting something right!
Remember though, next year we move to a different venue [Pentrehafod School] and the show will be held a little earlier, in September [the 21st and 22nd].
The Club's Dapol wagon commission
I'm really pleased to tell you that our most recent commission, the 'Tirdonkin' triple pack, is almost 100% sold-out: just 5 sets in OO and N remain, together with 2 sets in O. This has been a fantastically successful commission and the Club has netted around £1500 from it. Some of these wagons have recently appeared on eBay at wildly inflated prices [eg £120 for an O gauge wagon – it didn't sell!]: you don't have to pay anything like that for them however and the few that remain are available at their original prices. See the website for details.
The success of this commission has cleared the way for our next one, a single wagon, available again in all three gauges, which will be launched at the 2019 show. Further details and an invitation to pre-order will follow in due course.
Club projects
A couple of updates here on some important Club projects.
• Box Station
Having lain unfinished for a while, this important N gauge layout has been resuscitated and a new team formed to take it forward. The team, with Shed Master Ian Stevenson, comprises Simon Durrer, Nick Kerslake, Jeff Martin and later, after a short break away, John Meredith. Work is underway to prepare the backscene and some minor modifications to the ends of the layout are planned. The intention for this to be an exhibition layout remains, and it will be shown next year at the 2019 event [if not elsewhere, sooner].
• The Test Tracks
Mal Rowe commented that painting the Forth Bridge would have been an easier project to undertake but many will now have noticed that the Test Tracks are at last ready for use. Some small works remain, the OO9 tracks need to be wired and a fascia for the front attached but, otherwise, they are back in business.
The Test Tracks will be formally opened at the next Club social night [see below for details] but, in the meantime, they are there to be used. Many thanks to Mal and those who assisted at various times with this big project.
The scenery which decorated parts of the back area has been removed to tidy-up the whole piece and, rather than simply waste it, Mal Shore is planning to utilise some of what has been removed in Kingston, the Club's large O gauge project.
Some planned November events....
Rather than put these dates into the usual newsletter diary reminder, I've provided some more information on them this time:
23rd. November – 6.00pm – in the ground floor dining room [and on a Friday night] – the Autumn stock sale – see the details below.
Either the 29th. or 30th. November – an open night with refreshments – all are welcome, as are guests – the Test Tracks will be formally opened and it is also hoped that John Rogers' sister, Claire Rogers, will be able to attend to present the Club with a plaque in John's memory. Date to be confirmed shortly.
A possible excursion to Llandrindod Wells via 'The Heart of Wales' line. Phil Skinner is interested in organising this visit for the 14th. November, a Wednesday.
For those with bus passes, there would be no charge for the train fare; for those without, the return fare would be £13.10.
The train times are 9.45 ex Gowerton, arr.12.01, and 15.41 ex Llandrindod, arr Gowerton 17.59. Obviously, travel times from Swansea will be slightly earlier and later respectively. Lunch at the Metropole Hotel [for those who wish] is from the special Wednesday menu - £14.95 for 3 courses [with tea/coffee] or £3.95 for a starter and £7.95 for a man course.
8th November – 7.00pm – in the chapel [first floor] – a talk by Terry McCarthyon 'Kit Bashing at 12 inches to the Foot: the GWR County Project' – free ad- mission.
I cannot attach the menu link, but the options are good. Please see Phil Skinnerquickly if you wish to be part of this outing, and for Heaven's sake, don't forget your bus passes on the day!
The Next Stock Sale
As noted above, the next sale will take place on the 23rd. November, a Friday this time. The change of day allows us access to the main dining room / hall area on the ground floor. The sale includes OO locos and rolling stock [some I've yet to see], some card kits and buildings and also a large collection of resin-cast locomotives from magazines. All will be sold at sensible, affordable prices. There will also be a large amount of diecast vehicles and aeroplanes, recently donated to the Club.
The Trix-Twin stock mentioned in the last newsletter has been withdrawn as it was sold elsewhere. If not already sold, there may also be a number of early '50s Dinky Toys.
The sale starts at 6pm and the card reader will be available! Please do support the Club and make this another memorable sale. Ex-members and friends are welcome to attend this stock sale also.
Finally, locking-up arrangements to the end of November
October 25th - Nick Kerslake
November 1st – Mal Rowe
November 8th – Mike Sarsfield
November 15th – Scott Rhodes
November 22nd – Richard Grigg
November 29th – Bob James
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A striking and tough plant with light carmine red flowers, deeper red in the throat, flowering in mid-May. It has dark green foliage that turns a wonderful bronze in winter. Head size 40cm to 60cm in 10 years.
These Standards have a clean stem of about 40cm, with a lollipop like head of trimmed branches and flower buds. Standards will always require staking to prevent wind damage, and a fairly sunny position.
- Ideal for containers and small gardens.
- Easy to grow, but must be planted with strong stake.
- Group: Evergreen Azalea (German hybrid).
- Parentage: 'Rubinstern' x 'Rubinetta' X 'Johanna'.
- Hybridization date: pre 2000 (1976).
- Bred by: H. Hachmann. Origin: German.
- Habit: Spreading.
- Ideal position: Most garden situations, but avoid windy situations.
- Ideal soil: pH 4.5 to 6.
- RHS Hardiness Rating: H6.
- How we usually propagate this plant: Cutting.
- Awards: RHS Award of Garden Merit, 2013.
Good to know
Standard Rhododendrons (grown on a stem) were popular during the first half of the twentieth century, and are now finding renewed interest. We grow a limited range of rhododendrons and azaleas as standards, grown on a single straight stem of various heights. These are ideal for patio pots or formal situations (and better looking than a Bay tree!).
Please note: Standards require a good stake throughout their life to prevent wind damage. Taller standards are suitable for growing in the ground, but only short standards should be grown in pots, so that they are not blown over in high winds. If growing in containers, repot into a slightly larger pot every 3 years, using a good ericaceous compost.
For further advice, For further advice, see here
The Basics
Ideal soil
Acidic soil, good organic content, pH 4.5-6.0. Inkarho range of rhododendrons will tolerate soils up to pH7.5
Sun or Shade
Light dappled shade is best for most varieties.
Refer to hardiness rating. Give young plants protection.
Avoid close to trees, roots, invasive weeds, walls, hot patios, dry banks and waterlogged soils. Do not use weed matting or stone mulch
Plant spacing
Use the height shown in 10 years as a guide to the distance between each plant. Allow room for plant to fill out. If planting closer for instant impact, be prepared to move plants after a few years.
- 3 litre pot, dig in 10-20 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 7.5 litre pot, dig in 20-30 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 70-80cm specimen, dig in 60 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 100-120cm specimen, dig in 120 litres of ericaceous compost.
Planting depth
Plant high in the ground, with the top of the rootball visible.
Slow-release ericaceous feed recommended in March and straight after flowering.
Recommended every few years.
The key ingredient! Keep moist all season, especially the critical time at end of June for flower bud initiation. Tap water is better than no water. Heavy dose at least once per week in dry weather.
Ensure good drainage in winter, especially with yellow varieties. Avoid waterlogged sites.
Not normally required. Tidy wayward shoots after flowering. Evergreen azaleas and Bloombux can be clipped into a low hedge.
Remove old flower-heads, particularly on young or weak plants.
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Jeffrey Havlik
Jeffrey Havlik of Montauk died on May 17. He was 59.
Born on May 9, 1954, in Mineola, to William and Ruth Havlik, both of whom predeceased him, he was raised in Floral Park. He graduated from Floral Park Memorial High School in 1972 and the following year moved to Montauk, where he worked on a fishing boat before becoming a bay constable. He retired from the Town of East Hampton Marine Patrol, as a senior bay constable, in 2007.
Mr. Havlik was an active member of the Montauk Fire Department for 33 years. Survivors remembered his love for his family and community.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara Havlik, who was his high school sweetheart; a daughter, Kimberly Havlik; a brother, Tom Havlik; a nephew, Patrick Havlik; and a niece, Emily Havlik.
Visitation was at Yardley and Pino Funeral Home in East Hampton on May 19. Memorial donations may be made to Montauk Fire Department, www.montaukfiredistrict.org.


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Fire destroys hangar at the Prince Albert airport
CTV Saskatoon
Published Monday, April 16, 2018 1:04PM CST
Last Updated Monday, April 16, 2018 7:03PM CST
An investigation is underway after a fire at the Prince Albert Municipal Airport.
Emergency crews were called to an aircraft hangar around 11:24 p.m. on Sunday.
When they arrived the hangar was already full of flames.
According to the Prince Albert Fire Department, the fire spread so rapidly that they were not able to attack it from inside and soon after they arrived bits of the hangar began to collapse.
No injuries have been reported as a result of the fire.
Damage is estimated in the millions.


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There's a quote floating around the internet. Unfortunately, I don't know who to credit it to but it's really thought-provoking.
"Some people will pretend to care just so they can get a better seat to watch your struggle. Every helping hand isn't always there to help."
Some people pretend to care and it goes deeper than being nosy. Using someone else's struggle as your own entertainment fest stems from a serious space of lack. To have the time and energy to find enjoyment in the struggles of others means that:
a.) There's an abundance of idle time. God makes it very clear in His Word that He frowns on the idea of being idle. That time could be spent communing with God, cultivating your purpose, working out at the gym, building a business and the list goes on.
b.) There's a lack of self-worth. I have to daily give my self-worth back to God and give Him permission to define the woman I am in Him. It takes work. Sometimes, I fail. I do put in the work though. When there's a lack of self-worth, it's much easier to look at others and find joy in their pain because misery loves company. Don't be that person.
Now, if you're trying to figure out who these people are in your life, consider the following:
1. They've seen you down and out, offer help and then try to make you feel bad for needing help.
2. They've seen you at your worst and then brag about how well they're doing.
3. They're not happy for you when things start to go well for you.
4. They're quick to offer help but slow to offer encouragement or love.
5. They act like they aren't paying any attention to you but in conversation, they bring up details that would suggest they are watching closer than they lead on.
This list isn't to suggest that you become paranoid. I am suggesting that you become as wise as a serpent and harmless as a dove. You don't have to be mean. Just really be careful how much you share because there are wolves in sheep's clothing. There are people who will pretend to support you but really it's just a part of their own selfish agenda and has absolutely nothing to do with uplifting the body of Christ.
Think of it as a blank stare. Yes, those folks are watching. Folks are watching and "waiting to help". As a matter of fact, they're staring. However, there's no fruit as a result of their actions. The help isn't really help. You're just coming up with nothing...totally blank. See it for what it is and keep it moving. Don't get down about it though. Out of all the people on planet Earth, they find you interesting enough to pay so much attention. Obviously, you've got something going for you! Praise God for the struggle because the impact is multi-dimensional! Pray and ask God to give you discernment, peace, and provision to help you through your struggle.
I hope this enlightens and encourages you.
God bless you!


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It may seem to some that a network printer is for large offices with many users however that is not the case. In the home where there are two or more computers it just doesn't make sense anymore for each computer to have its own printer. Aside from the cost of the added hardware, a reduction of electricity usage over a period can be a good thing in terms of money saved and natural resources used.
In some homes the printer is connected to a particular computer, which is then connected to a network. In this scenario the host computer must be turned on in order to use its peripheral devices including the printer. With a network printer this is no longer necessary, there is no need for a host computer to be on since the printer is connected directly to the network and is accessible to every machine on that network. This can be both a time saver as well as a money saver since there is no need for an extra host computer to be on in order to print something.
Aside from a small increase in cost, there really are not a lot of disadvantages to getting one of these devices. A day may come when you return home to find that your five year old boy just used ALL the printer paper and ink printing out pictures of his favorite cartoon character, with a network device this is easily avoided by setting a password that must be entered in order to access the printer.
The cost is not that much more than a direct to machine hookup. Most of the recent models today ship with networking capabilities already installed. Also, recent models of regular printers come with a network bay installed and can be easily upgraded in order to be accessible via a network, you'll just need to spend 30 or so dollars for the network module. Hooking up to the network is usually very easy and can be done using step by step wizards provided by the computer's operating system.
Many people keep their network devices near the router which also adds the benefit of having less wires around their computer. Compared to having a dedicated host computer on all the time just so others can use the printer and always needing to turn it on in order to print something, hooking your printer up to a network will definitely save money in the long run in the form of a slightly lower electricity bill.
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For a change i am suprised to find i agree with Cuncillor 'Bob the Builder' Smith.
Taking part in consultations and indeed other political process where we have an input is something i think the public fail to do enough of.
World populations are expected to grow for the next 100 years until we reach a supply and demand problem with food so unfortunatly developing green belt land will be a necessary evil at some point.
More efforts should be made to make use of empty dwellings to reduce uneccessary development where possible.
Building Houses on previously used industrial sites is not a smart move.
The birth defects in Corby linked to contaminated land is a good enough reason.
There is little point in building houses on industrial sites only to build industrial sites on greenbelt at a later date.
Mr Woods Alliance needs to accept that the Regional Assembly are aware of the housing shortage and in actuality we do have a lot of unused land in this area.
Homezones 4 year waiting list is testament to the housing shortage we have.
Nobody wants to see all our green spaces developed but shelter is pretty high upon most peoples list of priorities.


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Little bit for a little baby/
I received $10 in my envelope. I forwarded my love and money to a little gal who is ready to deliver her first baby. She is living in a sober living house as she is a recovering alcoholic. She is a Native American from New Mexico without family nearby. She has been working, but with a new baby, she will not be able to work. I hope this little bit will help her in her struggle.
-- Jean Porter


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DesciptionHow many words can you make in 3 minutes? Use the 16 letters in the grid.
You have 3 minutes to make as many words as possible. the words must be real and each from 3 to 7 letters.
You can't use plural nouns or names of people. And all the words must be English! One letter cannot be repeated in a word. You get points based on the number of letters you use in a word.
(the "Qu" cube counts as two letters).
3 letters = 1 point, 4 letters=2 points, 5 letters = 3
6 letters=4 points
7 letters = 5 points
Good luck!


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Erin Dickson & Jeffrey Sarmiento
workshop: print mash-up
Date: 19–22 February, 2019
Venue: Kathryn Wightman Studio (Kai Iwi), Whanganui
Group size: 6 minimum, 10 maximum
Price: NZ$ 980 (inc GST)
3D printing meets printed images, meets moulds. In this workshop students learn how to modify open source files, how to prepare them for 3D printing as well as how to print them using a 3D printer. Participants can expect to leave with at least one small 3D printed form and a number of files ready for printing at a later date. Alongside this students will learn how to create printed images on and with glass and consider the possibilities of embedding the printed images in a cast form. Moulds will be developed from the 3D printed forms in preparation for casting. Students need to come with their own laptop computer.


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Hendon captain Ari Last named Player of the Year
Hendon captain Ari Last crowned off a fantastic season for record-breaking Hendon A when he was voted Player of the Year at the end-of-season awards night.
The skipper of the treble winners picked up his accolade on Monday night and said: "I honestly wasn't expecting to win this. I thought there were so many contenders from our team. Obviously you hope, I had a good period during the year, but there were other times when I was off the boil. I think there were six or seven other players in the Hendon team who could have won it and they would have deserved it."
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But delighted to have won it nevertheless, he said: "It feels great to be voted Player of the Year. I've been playing in this League for absolute ages so it kind of feels like a definite pinnacle of my Sunday League career, and it's nice to be voted for this by all the players, especially in a year when this team have got so many fantastic players, equally who are just as deserving of this award as me.
"It is a cliché to say it's a team game, but from Russell at the back, Greg and Yoav Lebens, who joined this year, they all could have won this award and I think what's really nice and why we've been successful is that everyone's pitched in at different moments of the season, people have come into form when others have had off days, we're not a team of stars and that's why we get on very well and do very well."
And speaking on a personal note as to what it means to him, he said: "I think this has been the best season of my career. We lost our captain Josh Lipman when he went to Israel in February, so I stepped to be the captain just at the right time, to collect all the trophies, as they say it's all about timing!
"I think that gave me extra personal motivation to raise my game and that helped me as well. I play very differently know, am a different player to as I was as a kid, but am still enjoying in nonetheless."
And looking back on a fantastic trophy-winning season for Hendon, the 29-year-old is now looking ahead to next.
"We've got to try and do the same again next season," he says. "We're a close knit team, made up of a few families – it sounds like a Mafioso! – but we're all friends. But at the same time we're super competitive too. I know some teams have that conflict, keeping the friend and competitive side going, but we've been very fortunate that we're all competitive and take our game very seriously, we have great camaraderie in the team, players don't show if they're upset if they don't make the team, and that's a huge contribution to the team.
"Last year when we didn't win anything was because we didn't have the squad, players coming off the bench, stepping in at vital moments, we had that this year and that was the difference."
The Young Player of the Year award went to Los Blancos' Jono Gaon. The 19-year-old striker was the second highest scorer in the League this season, and said: "It was a massive surprise, I wasn't expecting it. There's a lot of competition round but I think my hard work paid off. I tried my best this season and with the help of my teammates, I think I was able to achieve this award.
"I'm very happy, I don't know if I deserved it but am very happy the committee voted me to win in. Next season I'm in Israel, I would like to continue my football there and hope to return to Los Blancos after that."
Reflecting back on the season, League Chairman David Wolff said: "I'm happy with how the season went, the only problem was with the weather, but generally it went very well. I think the standard is excellent for Jewish football.
"Hendon are unquestionably deserving of all the accolades they get, and Norstar London Raiders are a superb outfit as well. It's great to see all the young talent coming through and that all bodes well for the future of Jewish football."
MGBSFL-MMFL Trophy:
Winners: Norstar London Raiders B
Runners-up: Hendon United B
5-a-side tournament
Winners: Norstar London Raiders
25 year's service to MGBSFL:
Bev Newman
Leading League Goalscorer:
40 goals – Richard Fogelman (L'Equipe)
24 goals – Jono Gaon (Los Blancos)
23 goals – Mitch Hahn (Woodford Wanderers)
Team Secretary of the Year:
Anthony Cohen (AC Whetstone)
Referee of the Year:
Richard Jaye
Goalkeeper of the Year:
Jake Doffman (Norstar London Raiders A)
Team Manager of the Year:
David Garbacz (Hendon United A)
Sport turnout of the Year:
13.90 points – AC Whetstone
13.39 points – Norstar London Raiders A
13.33 points – Norstar London Raiders C
13.19 points – Boca Jewniors
13.13 points – Hendon United A
13.11 points – Norstar London Raiders B
13.10 points – Hendon United C
Division Three:
Winners: Norstar London Raiders C
Runners-Up: L'Equipe
Division Two:
Winners: Norstar London Raiders C
Runners-Up: Redbridge B
Division One:
Winners: Woodford Wanderers
Runners-Up: North West Neasden
Premier Division:
Winners: Hendon United A
Runners-Up: Norstar London Raiders A
Division Three Player of the Year:
Richard Fogelman (L'Equipe)
Division Two Player of the Year:
Nathan Sollosi (Redbridge B)
Division One Player of the Year:
Mitch Hahn (Woodford Wanderers)
Young Player of the Year:
Jono Gaon (Los Blancos)
Player of the Year:
Ari Last (Hendon United A)
By Brigit Grant
By Jewish News


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Alberta School Councils' Association (ASCA) ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2017 - 2018 (Download infographic)
As a result of ongoing conditional grant funding from Alberta Education and district sponsored school council membership in ASCA, the association is able to continue support for the provincial legislation and education initiatives, while advancing the knowledge and understanding for school councils, district staffs and pre-service teachers.
The ASCA Annual Report for 2017-2018 is available here.
In addition, this infographic was created to present an overview of highlights from the July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018 operational year.


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Week 31
Sometimes wishes do come true!
If you read my post from last week you'll recall that it was my wish to see snow on my trip to Santa Fe last week. The morning after our arrival we were graced with a light dusting of snow. Not enough to make snowballs with, but it was something. The real treat came on the last two days of the trip. We awoke Tuesday morning to a significant amount of snowfall. Keep in mind I'm from Florida, I've only seen snow twice in my entire life, so one inch of snow is significant to me. Snowball fights were in order, and I had the luxury of scraping the car window of ice and snow. What a treat, and not just for me, but for the area as well since their winter has been lacking in snow this season.
As we drove out to the airport to catch our flight home there were little speckles of snowflake clusters dusting the car. It was hard to leave Santa Fe, figuratively and literally! Flight delays put us at 28 hours of travel time between four flights and five different airports. Little did we know we were coming home a day late to spring in full swing at 80 degree weather, with the infamous yellow coating of pollen adorning the cars. I had no idea we'd be trading white for yellow accents on our vehicles.
Santa Fe was amazing. I really can't say that enough, and it will have its own storyline in its own blog post so as not to encroach on the 365 project. Speaking of, I just had to keep with the winter theme for week 31 as a celebration of snow in all its wonderland glory.
I knew I wanted to use a recent shot from my visit to Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument. Unfortunately we didn't make it to the slot canyon trail as we didn't want to be rushed for time. We had dinner plans back in town that evening with a couple of amazing artist friends and we were an hours drive away. Between Peter sketching and me stopping to shoot every 10 feet, a one mile trail took three hours to complete. The vistas were worth every second! I fell in love with the wavy layers of compressed sediment, accented by the adorable tent rocks. Utterly timeless. I finally settled on using this image, but I have many more to sort through. I look forward to sharing those with you so keep your eyes peeled.
I went back and forth on whether to keep with the winter theme in week 31, but as soon as I saw the wintery results my mind was made up. Image #211 really reminded me of the wall from Game of Thrones. I serendipitously stumbled on the quote above by George R. R. Martin in my quest for something blizzard and snow themed. Using his quote is even more fitting after the Santa Fe trip as he lives out there. I love when things come together like this.
Everyday the edits get less and less blue signifying my return to Florida. A land of blooming flowers, lush green views, a light dusting of pollen, and heat. A far cry from Santa Fe in more ways than one.


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One taxi driver died on the spot after the trees fell right on top of the vehicle. Two occupants died in the hospital. The area is a busy taxi stand especially for students from St Anthony's College which is about 200 metres down the road where the mishap occurred and also office-goers.
The mishap could have taken a larger toll had it been a working day. Moreover, owing to the heavy downpour there were less people in the area, which possibly averted a higher toll.
The accident caused a major traffic snarl in the city as traffic had to be diverted from the area. The rainfall has also caused disruption of power, telephone and Internet connection throughout the day. Elsewhere in the State, in several locations there were landslides reported. In Umsning there was a landslide which caused heavy traffic snarl on the Shillong-Guwahati Highway.


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According to an article published by ABC news, recreational vehicle sales are booming as families are increasingly embracing caravan holiday traditions. In fact, according to that article published in January 2015, Australian manufacturers built about 22000 RVs in 2014. This is a clear indication that the recreational vehicle industry otherwise known as RV is in demand. While people acknowledge that a campervan, a type of RV, plays a crucial role when it comes to vacations, they can't deny that getting a Campervan for Sale Sydney shops sell can be quite difficult; more especially when it's the first time that you are getting into such a purchase. Below are some of the factors you should consider in such purchases.
When it comes to budgeting for a campervan for sale in Sydney, the budget will determine what you will walk away with. You can easily find the vehicle that will suit your needs with your budget as there are even second hand options that are actually cheaper. You should however always have some money set aside regardless of whether you buy a new or a used Campervan for sale Sydney shops sell. This will be fundamental when it comes to the replacement of worn out parts of the vehicle such as tyres, brakes or the exhaust. Things such as propshaft clutch and door locks also break and thus when such happens, they hope to find someone who can fix the problems as soon as possible. Still, proper driving habits and management of your vehicle can always prevent the necessity of such fixes.
Size of the vehicle
Size matters a great deal when it comes to buying a Sydney campervan for sale. It's always advised that you find something that will be comfortable in terms of space. First is to ensure that the vehicle can be able to accommodate all the family members or the people supposed to use it. This therefore means that it should be able to have enough seats for everyone. Also, it should be able to provide enough storage for the possessions of all the occupants. Still just remember that the cost of a Campervan for Sale Sydney shops sell along with the cost of replacing parts, fuel consumption, difficulty in parking and driving will always increase with the size of the vehicle.


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Commonwealth Marine Reserves helped to conserve marine habitats and the species that live in and rely on our waters. As part of the Australian government, they were custodians of the largest network of marine protected areas in the world.
Commonwealth Marine Reserves had a diverse range of stakeholder groups, each with their own values and goals. They needed a new brand that represented everyone, but also provided a unified story to clarify their purpose.
Engagement with multiple stakeholders was key to identifying a shared vision that could be represented through the brand positioning and creative execution.
We needed to raise awareness of the Marine Reserves and build clarity around what they were. We created the new name, Australian Marine Parks to cut out complex terminology and build a strong foundation for the entire brand.
The positioning we developed for the new brand revolved around a shared positive belief from all stakeholders. "Celebrating our seas" captured their vision while also being flexible enough for them to adapt to their own roles in the organisation.
The visual identity was developed as a symbolic celebration of the diversity of both the stakeholders and the marine life itself. It is colourful and fluid, ensuring everyone could celebrate our seas together.


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Andrea Syrtash, a real life superhero bridging the gap between her work and personal life, talks about fertility, relationships, and embracing the"ish"of things.
If ever there was the definition of Superwoman, Andrea Syrtash is it. Andrea is a dating and relationship writer, online broadcaster and author. She has been featured as an on-air personality on ABC's The View, Good Morning America, NBC's Today Show, and Oprah to name a few. Andrea has also spoken at TEDxNavesink Makers on "How to Make Love (Outside the Bedroom)", and is a regular contributor to Glamour.com. To add to her growing list of credits, Andrea also recently founded pregnantish, the first-ever digital lifestyle magazine dedicated to providing resources for the fertility-challenged, inspired by her own and others' experiences associated with the trials and tribulations on the road to getting pregnant.
I had the opportunity to catch up with Andrea in between the filming of a TV pilot that she is hosting. Before kicking off our discussion, Andrea thoughtfully shared that both aspects of her career, being a relationship expert and the Editor-in-Chief of her new fertility-focused site pregnatish, go hand in hand. "Infertility is not just a medical issue, it's a relationship one. That's part of my goal with the site - to help singles/couples/LGBT navigate the personal and practical parts of the process."
What made you decide to launch pregnantish?
As I've navigated my own infertility and fertility treatments for a number of years, I've searched far and wide on the Internet for a smart resource that wasn't clinical and it's been tough to find. Information on this primarily has lived on parenting sites; and while these can be helpful, I felt it was time that we had our own lifestyle destination. There are amazing medical and advocacy sites and we're not competing with them. We're trying to fill a different need. Instead of waiting for it, I decided to create it.
pregnantish is a great name, what is the inspiration behind it?
Over the last six years, I've undergone many fertility treatments, have been very hormonal, and told by my doctor to take it easy: not to drink alcohol or exercise too much, in the case I might be pregnant. I've also had a positive beta test and have literally been pregnant for a time, and have lost the pregnancy. Essentially, the inspiration behind the name is that it's a misconception, and you can in fact be a little bit pregnant!
Three adjectives you would use to describe pregnantish?
Supportive. Smart. Relatable. Our tagline is 'Real Talk About Fertility.'
What is your mantra?
When in doubt, choose love.
The moment(s) when you knew you were "ready" (to be a mom)?
Some women have always known they wanted to become a mom. In my case, it happened a couple of years into my marriage. I realized my partner (who is a teacher) would be a great dad, and that I was ready to expand our family. Once my niece was born, almost 4 years ago, it was even more solidified to me that I would love to raise a child.
You've written dozens of books on relationships; fertility can be taxing on a relationship. What is your number one piece of advice to couples on navigating the potential fertility minefield?
Good question! Firstly, couples should give themselves a break. This is such a tough thing to navigate, as infertility challenges relationships in the deepest way: the relationship you have with each other, with yourself, with your bodies, with your work, with your community, with your bank account and more. I'd suggest that couples leave the lines of communication open, so they don't feel as alone. I'd also suggest that they don't just look to each other for support. Each person in a partnership has a right to feel feelings of frustration, despair, hopelessness, confusion and more. Sometimes, though, it's too intense to rely on your partner to help you through this. I'd suggest finding a trusted source - a friend, clergy member, or therapist, to help each or both of you so that you have the support you need.
You recently posted a meme that "Facebook is constantly reminding me that everyone is pregnant but me." How do you recommend handling the news of a friend's pregnancy announcement?
I have learned that you can hold two emotions: you can be happy for a friend and sad for yourself. You can celebrate your friend's pregnancy news, but you aren't a bad friend if your heart sinks and you feel sad for yourself at the same time. That's normal. It's helpful to remember that we can hold both emotions.
Has there been a silver lining to your experience?
Some people have said to me, 'All this was worth it so you could create pregnantish.' I have mixed feelings about this. I'm an eternal optimist, who sees the good in most situations; and yet, I wouldn't wish these 6 years of pregnancy losses, intense fertility treatments, invasive surgery, emptying the bank account, etc. on anyone! It's been a very tough road. The silver lining is that hopefully I can help others feel less alone as they navigate this, too.
Your go-to for managing stress?
I'm a glutton for massages! I don't get them often, but every time I go, I feel better after and well taken care of. The body goes through so much during treatment that it's important to practice self-care! I also swim regularly. This helps me alleviate stress.
Cook or order-in?
In my head I cook a lot. In reality, I go out or take out more (part of NY living, it seems!).
Favorite feel-good food?
I enjoy foods with a surprise inside (dumplings, empanadas, ravioli, etc).
Last book you read?
I re-read Emotional Intelligence. So good!
Who inspires you?
So many people inspire me (including my parents!); but in terms of a public figure, I'm inspired by Oprah. A few years ago I hosted a great show for her network and it was a great honor. I grew up watching her show religiously. What I appreciate about her is her authenticity, her commitment to helping people live well and her drive. She's created so many amazing opportunities and platforms, and has made the world a better place. I hope to do (at least a fraction of!) the same with the media platform I have and the writing I do...
Best piece of advice that you have ever received?
The most important thing you can offer in a relationship is your presence.
Number one piece of fertility advice that you would like to share?
As much as possible, embrace the 'ish' of things. Life isn't black and white, and some of the best life paths aren't expected or linear. I've realized that it's important to know the what (that you want to be a parent) and it's okay to not yet know the who (biological or not), how or where of it."
To find out more about Andrea Syrtash visit pregnantish and sign up for the newsletter. You can also follow along @pregnantish on Facebook and Instagram, and @pregnantishmag on twitter.


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Lake voices added to palliative care debate
1st June 2017
By Source: Lakes Mail | By: David Stewart
LAKE Macquarie residents will have the opportunity next month to contribute to the future of palliative care services in NSW. Palliative care is currently under discussion at state-wide roundtables with community and health professionals.
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The guide can be ordered at no charge at: BayerCropScience.ca/VegInsectGuide or by calling 888-283-6847.
"Accurate identification of insect pests can be a difficult task – but one that's critical for making pest management decisions," says David Kikkert, portfolio manager, horticulture, for Bayer CropScience. "Growers now have a dedicated resource to help them correctly identify vegetable pests, and make sound crop protection decisions."
According to a 2007 report by John R. Meyer, Department of Entomology at North Carolina State University: "The economic impact of insects is measured not only by the market value of products they destroy and the cost of damage they inflict but also by the money and resources expended on prevention and control of pest outbreaks. Although dollar values for these losses are nearly impossible to calculate, economists generally agree that insects consume or destroy around 10 per cent of gross national product in industrialized nations."
Content and photos for the new guide was provided by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, Government of Manitoba, Government of Prince Edward Island, The Ohio State University, Colorado State University and the University of Minnesota.


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Almond ROCA Buttercrunch Coffee Cake
Description: A delightful treat! No coffee break will be complete without this easy coffee cake!
- Prep Time: Approx. 10 min
- Total Time: Approx. 45 min
- Yield: 1 cake
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1 stick margarine
2 cups flour
1 egg
1 cup buttermilk
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp vanilla
3/4 cup crushed Almond ROCA
1/2 cup almonds
Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 9x13" pan
Combine sugar, brown sugar, margarine, and flour until a crumbly mixture forms. Reserve 1/2 cup.
Dissolve baking soda in buttermilk. Add to the remaining crumb mixture, along with egg and vanilla.
Pour into pan and top with remaining 1/2 cup of crumble, crushed Almond ROCA and almonds
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Certificates of exemption from safety belt requirement
The Director of Transportation shall issue a certificate of exemption required under ORS 811.215 (Exemptions from safety belt requirements) for any person on whose behalf a statement signed by a physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant is presented to the Department of Transportation. For a physician's, nurse practitioner's or physician assistant's statement to qualify under this section, the physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant giving the statement must set forth reasons in the statement why use of a child safety system, safety belt or safety harness by the person would be impractical or harmful to the person by reason of physical condition, medical problem or body size. [1985 c.16 §310; 1985 c.619 §4; 1991 c.2 §3; 1995 c.79 §372; 2001 c.104 §306; 2015 c.109 §1]
3 OregonLaws.org assembles these lists by analyzing references between Sections. Each listed item refers back to the current Section in its own text. The result reveals relationships in the code that may not have otherwise been apparent.


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More people are leaving California than moving in — so where is everybody going?
From 2007 to 2016, California's population got smaller, older and wealthier, according to a new state report.
Using tax filing data from the Internal Revenue Service, the state found that in that time span, approximately 6 million people moved out of California, compared to the approximately 5 million who chose to make the Golden State their home. The state's analysis then further broke down the "out-migration" and "in-migration" by state and further by age, income and education level.
So where is everybody going?
By far, the biggest beneficiary of the California exodus was Texas, which gained nearly 300,000 Californians from 2007 to 2016. Nearby states Arizona, Nevada, Oregon and Washington rounded out the top five.
Those moving out of California were typically younger (25 and younger, or 36 to 45), less educated (high school diploma or some college), and poorer ($15-30,000 or $40-55,000 in annual income).
"Families with kids and those with only a high school education predominate among those moving from California to its top destination states (Texas, Arizona, and Nevada)," the report found.
By contrast, those moving into the state most frequently were older than 65 (though certain states provided large numbers of 18- to 35-year-olds), well-educated (graduate degree or higher) and wealthier ($110,000 a year or more).
"College-educated 18- to 35-year-olds led the way among those moving to California from its top feeder states (New York, Illinois and New Jersey)," the report said.
Despite the population deficit, California remains the most populous state in the union, and the loss recorded "is low in historical terms."
So California is losing people, but not as many people as it used to lose.
"Net out-migration from 1990 to 2006 was, on average, more than double what it was in the most recent 10 years," the report found.


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As a former religion-beat guy in Charlotte, and a veteran of the Jim Bakker and PTL wars of the 1980s (click here for my flashback), I was -- of course -- very interested in The Charlotte Observer's lengthy update on the status of the old Heritage USA.
Here's the totally logical headline on this solid -- but narrow -- feature: "Jim Bakker's theme park was like a Christian Disneyland. Here's what happened to it." What's missing? Hold that thought.
As the story notes, Heritage USA was supposed to grow into a kind of Disneyland for charismatic Christians, but things fell apart before the 2,300-acre complex reached the roller coaster ride through heaven and hell stage of development. For those in need of a refresher on why there is this:
Construction had already begun by then on two other mega-projects: A sand castle with a 10-story turret that would house the world's largest Wendy's restaurant, and a high-rise hotel to be called Heritage Grand Towers. When finished, reported the Heritage Herald, a weekly newspaper for tourists and those living on the PTL property, the tower's "elegantly furnished" 500 rooms would include 100 honeymoon suites "for couples who come to Heritage USA to renew their marriages."
Two months later, Bakker suddenly resigned amid financial and sexual scandal. His plans were scrapped, the ongoing construction halted. Today, three decades after Bakker's dreams gave way to a nightmarish spell of bankruptcy, lawsuits and prison, many of the magnets that once drew people to Heritage USA are long gone.
The architectural corpse that gets the most attention in this piece -- fittingly enough -- is Bakker's never-finished, never-occupied 21-story tower. It continues its slow decay, while the current owners dream of expanded ministries that sound eerily familiar.
This is the crucial part of the story that I hope Observer editors return to, in depth, in the future. Why? Well, I am biased because this is the part of the story that I kept writing newsroom memos about in the early 1980s, trying to convince editors that there was a national-level story at the foundation of the Bakker scandals.
Let's see if I can put it in a sentence: As the world of mainline Protestantism faded in the early 1980s, all kinds of independent parachurch ministries and mega-congregations sprang up -- with next to zero accountability to any supervisors, let alone established denominations.
In other word, the Bakkers (and others like them) were expanding into a vacuum, appealing to believers who were often fleeing the wreckage of old structures of American faith.
Alas, one of the strengths of formal religious institutions -- when they are at their best -- is that they offer some oversight, ethics and even caution. It goes without saying these structures often fail (think Catholic clergy sex scandals), but the freewheeling world of super-free-church Protestantism offered zero safety structures of any kind. There are few, if any, ethical ties that bind.
So who is currently in charge in the old Bakker-land? That would be Rick Joyner:
The 68-year-old Joyner, who has close ties to Bakker, is the founder and executive director of MorningStar Ministries, an organization that has churches, missions and schools around the world. In 2004, it bought 52 acres of the old PTL property for $1.6 million, then later bought 18 more acres.
It uses the hotel PTL did finish, the Heritage Grand, as headquarters for several of its endeavors, including MorningStar Fellowship Church, MorningStar University, a K-12 school, a publishing house, and a conference center. It kept the name "Main Street" for the building's two block-long collection of offices and eateries. About 100 people live in the building, Joyner said, some of whom have come from other countries.
MorningStar did demolish the sand castle/would-be restaurant in 2013. But Joyner said he has grand plans for the tower that Bakker never finished. If, that is, he can win or settle his longtime court fight with York County that's before the S.C. Court of Appeals. Joyner wants to turn the high-rise into a retirement center -- or, as he prefers to call it, a "refirement" center for seniors.
Veteran reporters who worked the PTL story in the past will -- trust me -- experience a chilly sense of deja vu when they learn that leaders at MorningStar are talking about building a retirement center.
Why? You see, the ability to tap into the emotions and savings of elderly believers was at the heart of Bakker's ambitions and fundraising efforts. That's the kind of project that faces major ethical hurdles, the kind of ministry that cries out for legal supervision from experienced ecclesiastical watchdogs.
So what is MorningStar Ministries? What are its roots, in terms of other churches? Is there any kind of denominational tie here? What does the Observer piece have to say?
A quick visit to the ministry's "About" page provides next to zero answers and, instead, raises more questions.
I know that it's hard to cover religious structures that have little or no formal, legal or doctrinal structure. But that's the point. That's the bigger story. It's still out there in the ruins of Heritage USA.


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New England Museums
Visit a New England Museum. What can be enjoyed by many different kinds of people? A tour of a one-of-a-kind Northeast Museum of course. With such a variety of museums here in New England, there is bound to be one that sparks your interest. You'll find spectacular museums here – explore all the New England museums by visiting the links below. To feature your NE Attraction, contact us.
Vermont is home to many pleasantly unique museums. This includes such topics as Orvis fly fishing, covered bridges, precision machinery and tools, and maple sugaring. Vermont museums hold collections from people that were well-known either in the area or beyond. The Shelburne Museum, Fairbanks Museum, Hildene Estate, Billing's Farm Museum and the Vermont Ski Museum in Stowe attract thousands of visitors every year. Vermont Museums also feature famous people like; Norman Rockwell, Electra Havemeyer Webb, Robert Todd Lincoln, "Snowflake" Bentley, and others. Find more Vermont Museums from VT LIVING.com.
New Hampshire's historical museums are filled with information not just about New Hampshire but the rest of New England as well. Some are rather specific in their historical topics such as skiing in New England, Scouting, and Native Americans. The Christa McAuliffe Planetarium & Museum in state capitol of Concord is a living memorial to the astronaut teacher from New Hampshire. The New Hampshire Museum Guide in NH Living will get to New Hampshire's interesting museums and historical societies.
Maine has many wonderful museums. The various forms of transportation covered in a number of museums includes antique cars, trains, and ships. The Wells Auto Museum on Route 1 in Wells is a popular seasonal attraction. Maine is rich with coastal heritage from years at sea. Many museums celebrate this in a variety of ways such as covering the basics, talking about a key person, or discussing some other aspect such as ship building or the ports that were so used when shipping was key. The Maine Living Museum Guide in ME Living will tell you about unique Maine attractions.
From Boston's Museum of Fine Art and Boston Childrens' Museum to the Audobon Visual Arts Center in Canton and the Discovery Museum in Acton, there's a broad range of Massachusetts museums to explore. You will be sure to find a museum in Massachusetts that appeals to all ages and all family members. The Massachusetts Museum Guide in MA Living will tell you more favorite New England Activities.
Visit Connecticut and enjoy world famous museums and art. Gain a wealth of knowledge with a visit to a CT museum. You could learn about mostly anything; from clock making and trolleys, to American maritime history, or the history of the Constitution State itself. Connecticut museums are rich in history and worthy of a special visit. The Peabody Museum in New Haven features an extensive collection of dinosaur fossils. Yale Art Museum is one of the most interesting Art Museums in the world. You can view Picasso, Rembrandt, Renoir and many other famous artists. Admission is free to the Yale Art Museum in New Haven. The Elm City is also home of an interesting museum – the Knights of Columbus Museum in downtown New Haven. The Connecticut Museum Guide in CT Living lists museums by region.
From the Whitehall Museum House in Middletown to the National Museum of American Illustration and the Museum of Yachting in Newport, there's a broad range of Rhode Island museums to explore. A visit to the "Ocean State" of Rhode Island offers a variety of museums, activities and attractions.
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Whether your bestie racks up airline miles for business or pleasure, you want her to have everything she needs on her travels. Help keep her stylish and comfortable in-flight and on-the-go with these budget-friendly and TSA-approved essentials. (And since spring break is almost here, maybe consider picking up some of these goodies for yourself too? We won't tell!)
1. West Elm Wildsam City Field Guides ($18): Nothing beats exploring a new place with someone who knows where all the locals hang out. These guides will help her be that person.
2. Hoodie Pillow Travel Pillow ($25): Keep her cozy whether she's on the red-eye or in the airport lounge with this inflatable pillow — hoodie attached for her napping convenience.
3. Anthropologie Eva NYC Mini Blow Dryer ($48): Don't leave her hair's fate to whatever the Airbnb host has stocked. This pastel mini dryer is small enough to tuck in her carry-on.
4. Ban.do Getaway Passport Holder ($24): Cute border agent? Let this cheeky passport cover do the talking for her — or you.
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9. PBteen The Emily & Meritt Floral Ultimate Hanging Toiletries Case ($40): The ease and accessibility that a hanging case provides can't be beat — and neither can this gorgeous floral print.
10. Beliano Homewear Silk Eye Mask ($28): It can be tricky to sleep in a new place (or on a plane!). Make sure your girl always has an eye mask so she can get that beauty rest wherever she is.
11. Rifle Paper Co. Everyday Pocket Notebooks ($10): She can write the next great novel or just jot down her must-see list in these chic passport journals.
12. Ugg Andi Pom-Pom Slipper ($80): Get her a pair of slippers that are exclusively for travel, and she'll be able to make a run to the ice machine or answer the door for room service in fuzzy, glam comfort.
13. Target Up & Up TSA Compliant Cosmetic Jars ($2): Tossing your beauty essentials at the security check? Nightmare. Your pal can pack her faves into these travel-size containers to ensure that they get to her destination with her.
14. Domino Summer Shop Double-Sided Travel Game Bag ($55): When a trip is all about fun in the sun, it's best to leave electronics in the hotel room and bring an OG board game to the beach instead.
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Mexico is a magical mix of cultures – try a music festival in Playa del Carmen then chill in Tulum
Do you want to party until sunrise or do you relish a rest in an idyllic location? You no longer need to be torn between the two as Mexico offers the perfect destination to rave and to rest
KICKING each new year off with a bang, January sees in-the-know revellers from all corners of the globe head to Playa del Carmen for Mexico's No1 house music festival.
The BPM Festival is an annual sun-soaked ten-day event where more than 350 of the world's top DJs, producers and industry professionals descend on the beautiful beach-side town in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.
Originally founded for bartenders, promoters and musicians (hence the name) by Canadians Craig Pettigrew and Philip Pulitano in 2008, the event has since increased considerably in size.
And now about to enjoy its tenth year, it is an essential stop on the festival circuit with the chance to dance around the clock in idyllic beach settings.
Running next year from January 6 to 15, it is the ideal winter getaway for those having Ibiza withdrawals.
Bringing the underground to the shoreline, world-class DJs including Jamie Jones, Marco Carola and The Martinez Brothers play to the 60,000-strong crowd along the sparkling seas of the Mayan Riviera.
Festival-goers are spoilt for choice, with more than 80 parties set across six venues. And because most venues are within walking distance of Playa Del Carmen's famous Fifth Avenue, it's easy to dance from one party to another.
Parties run day and night at a host of fabulous venues that include beach clubs; Mamitas, Canibal Royal and Fusion and superclubs Blue Parrot and La Santanera.
But it's not just the beaches that have beats.
Fancy going to a dusk 'til dawn party in the jungle? You can do it here.
Blue Venado with its tropical surroundings has proved a huge hit with the dance-savvy crowd who party amid the trees listening to house music's finest DJs. why the BPM Festival won Festival val gong at the DJ DJs. It's easy to see the International Awards in Ibiza in 2014. And why it was nominated for a second time at the 30th Annual International Dance Music Awards for Best Music Event.
With parties running till the mid morning, watching the sunrise while you party in the sand makes for a unique experience you're not likely to forget in a hurry.
The flawlessly run event offers the choice of ten, seven or three-day passes, which all guarantee your entry into any venue.
Alternatively you can dip in and out of the action and pay to party at whatever day or night floats your music boat.
If you're keen for some peace and quiet in between the parties look no further than boutique hotel Aventura Mexicana. Its tranquil gardens make for a silent retreat while still just a stone's throw away from all the action.
With stunning surroundings and world-class music, the popularity of BPM and Playa del Carmen looks set to only rise.
So this year, beat the winter blues and head on over to Mexico to party in the sun at BPM. It will no doubt give you the best start to 2017.
IF RELAXING is more your bag, or you're looking for somewhere to hang up those party sandals post BPM, there's no better place recover than the beautiful coastal retreat of Tulum.
Just 40 minutes from bustling Playa Del Carmen, Tulum is the picture of paradise. The bohemian beach setting is a castaway's dream, with white sands, turquoise seas and beautiful beach huts.
The community of Tulum is committed to the environmental need to keep things rustic. Most of its power comes from the sun and wind so you'll be hard-pushed to find a room with air conditioning.
You won't find anywhere more authentic to stay than the beautiful Zamas. Right on the beach, the 18-room hotel has beachfront huts and jungle-infused cabanas that look right out of a castaway film.
With thatched roofs, mosaic tiles and tropical settings, you can't help but fall in love with this lush paradise.
Established in 1993, the authentic Mexican hideaway aims to strike a balance between customer comfort and minimal impact on the environment.
One of only eight hotels when it opened, the Zamas brand is keen to continue the rustic chic vibe in the area.
Its rooms are void of hairdryers too, which only help visitors slip into the blissed-out Tulum way.
Multi-coloured chairs and tables are dotted around the open-air restaurant, which plays live music nightly and boasts the best smoothies and fish in Tulum.
The hotel's private beach offers guest-only sunbeds and provides you with beach towels daily, while in-room massages are available, perfect for winding down.
If relaxing gets too tiresome, however, Tulum can be a hive of activity and Mexican culture.
There are the famous Mayan ruins to visit, countless cenotes to swim in and Chichen Itza — one of the seven new wonders of the world, just a couple of hours' drive away.
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Visitors to the area can enjoy diving, snorkelling, paddle boarding, kite surfing, kayaking, bird watching, yoga and cycling — the perfect way to get around town.
Like most things in Tulum, shopping is a feast for the eyes, and an experience not to be missed.
Shop till you drop in Tulum town where you'll find brightly-coloured Mexican blankets, dream catchers, textiles and trinkets.
Restaurants and bars offer everything from traditional Mexican cuisine to Italian and vegan specialities, and never fail to have anything but jaw-dropping surroundings.
Head to hideaway haunt Hemingway for a seafood spaghetti dish that will seriously treat your tastebuds.
And if the views from the beautiful Casa Violeta boutique hotel don't take your breath away, its stone-baked pizza will.
Finish off with margaritas at sundown for a blissful end to a day in paradise.
Tulum is a special slice of heaven that will wash away all your worries with the waves. So what are you waiting for?
GETTING THERE: British Airways flies to Cancun from Gatwick three times a week. Prices are from £599 per person.
See ba.com/cancun or call 0344 493 0787.
STAYING THERE: The Aventura Mexicana in Playa del Carmen has rooms from £160 a night, room only. See aventuramexicana.com or call 0052 984 873 1876. In Tulum, stay at Zamas. Rooms from £108 per night, room only. See zamas.com or call 0052 984 877 8523.
OUT & ABOUT: For tickets and more details about the festival, see thebpmfestival.com.


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Making the Most of Owings Mills Farmer's Markets
It's September, and that means it is the perfect time to shop for fresh fruits and vegetables at a local Owings Mills farmer's market. Today The Gates of Owings Mills Blog brings you eight great reasons inspired from Nutrition.gov to shop fresh and get things from the field to the table in your apartment in short order.
Top Eight Reasons for Shopping at an Owings Mills Farmer's Market
1. Recently picked fruits and vegetables are at their peak for flavor and nutrition.
2. By supporting a farmer's market, you are supporting local farmers and the local economy too.
3. Can you say antioxidants and phytonutrients? Fresh fruits are chock full of them. (Don't know what that means? Click the link.)
4. Strengthen your community by supporting local farmers. Learn how your food is grown, visit with neighbors and friends at your local market. Make new friends!
5. Farmer's markets are a good source for getting foods that fit into My Plate guidelines. To find out more about this topic, spend some time at Choose My Plate.
6. Farmers and other vendors like to talk about their products, and chances are they have good suggestions about how to use them, too. Just ask.
7. With so many different varieties available at a market, you have the opportunity to try something new to you. Go ahead! It's fun.
8. Farmer's markets are waiting to be discovered. Chances are there's one near you. Use this handy tool to find a farmer's market in the Owings Mills, Maryland area.
If you are looking for recipes for the produce from the farmer's market, we've got you covered. Taste of Home has 50 summer farmer's market recipes you can try to use all the produce you purchased at the market.
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Outside of photography I am a registered nurse, jewellery designer, visual artist and an avid traveller. In addition to my love of art I have a deep appreciation for people and am passionate about promoting the well-being of others.
Through photography I am able to empower the people I am capturing creating space for self expression and confidence. Capturing the essence of the people and the surroundings to create a snap shot of time that they can look back on and relive forever. Sharing the beauty that I see in people with them brings me great joy.


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In 2012, approximately 242,000 men in the U.S. and the other 25,000 in Canada will be informed they have prostate type of cancer. The median chronilogical age of diagnosis is 67. With prostate type of cancer being so prevalent, finding treatments that are effective without significant side effects will be the focus for most urologists. A more moderen prostate cancer treatment which is continuing to gain favor and results is HIFU – or Intense Focused Ultrasound.
Localized cancer of prostate is cancer that is completely within the confines of the prostate related. This is also known as T1 or T2. T1 is a saying used by medical experts to spell out cancer of the prostate in its very initial phases. At this stage the tumors are very small they haven't yet started to cause any signs or symptoms. T2 can be used to spell it out cancer that, while it's still confined to the prostate related, the twelve signs and symptoms have started to make themselves known.
HIFU Cancer of prostate Treatment. HIFU uses focused ultrasound as a way to heat and destroy cancer tissue. Focused just as a laser is concentrated, sound waves strike the targeted tissue and warmth it. The targeting is done with an MRI scan.
The ultrasound pulse that destroys the tissue it strikes includes a really small division of effect; only a few cubic millimeters. The tissue affected cannot grow or multiply, but healthy tissue right beside it's left untouched.
Healthy tissue staying in the prostate post-treatment is still capable to function, grow and multiply normally. This offers the patient a great probability of the full recovery from the cancer.
Some day Treatment. HIFU is often a non-invasive procedure done with an out-patient basis. A neighborhood plus a general anesthetic are given as the patient depends on his side. After the anesthetic has had effect, a rectal probe is inserted until it really is up next to the prostate gland. An MRI scans the location with the prostate gland as well as the tumors inside it are isolated and targeted.
After the targeting info is collected, the HIFU device sends pulses of focused ultrasound with the tissue affected by the cancer. A couple of cubic mm during a period, the diseased tissue is heated to 80°C and destroyed. Once heated, the tissue is dead and definately will not grow. To treat everything of the prostate gland takes approximately 3 to 5 hours.
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Maybe you've heard a thing or two about Amazon's original series "Transparent" or "Man in the High Castle." Problem is, you've always had to be an Amazon Prime member in order to watch these amazing and award-winning shows from Amazon's own studios.
Good news! Now you can watch those and more like "Mozart in the Jungle," all without having to fork over $99 per year for Amazon Prime access.
Here's the catch: Only the first episodes of these seasons will be available to watch for free, and only if you're in the States. Oh yeah, and you'll be watching the episodes not on Amazon Prime itself, but on Amazon Studios' YouTube Page and its Facebook page.
The goal is to give you a preview of just a few perks you get when you get an Amazon Prime subscription, which offers much more than just streaming TV shows and movies. Click here to see what you get with an Amazon Prime membership.
Currently, there are full episodes for:
- Man in the High Castle - a show that imagines what the world would be like if the Nazis won WWII.
- Transparent - a show about a family and their struggles as their father comes out as transgender.
- Mozart in the Jungle - a show that explores what happens behind the scenes at the symphony.
- Bosch - an Emmy-nominated drama that follows an LAPD homicide detective.
- Red Oaks - a comedy about a college student enjoying his "last hurrah."
There are also children's shows available with:
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Dr. Melinda Surrency grew up in Roseburg, Oregon and has lived in the Portland Area for the last 30 years. During that time, she has volunteered at the Oregon Zoo and the Audubon of Portland's Wildlife Care Center. After Graduating from Portland State University with an Honors Biology degree, she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Oregon State University in 2007 with special training in exotics, wildlife and ornamental fish.
After graduation, Dr. Surrency worked at a local exotic animal clinic and practiced on fish, amphibians, reptiles, ferrets, skunks, rabbits, rodents, and large cats. She continued seeing exotics at Hillsboro Veterinary Clinic. Currently she is working towards board certification in exotic animal medicine.
During her free time she is active in the local community with various rescue groups such as Portland Guinea Pig Rescue and even serving as President of Rabbit Advocates in 2015-2016. Dr. Surrency was also instrumental in preserving the rights of Oregonians to own domestic pet skunks by helping start the Oregon Skunk Owners group and by speaking at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Commission Meetings on their behalf. She also enjoys spending time with her pet guinea pigs, cats, dog and pet rats.


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- On solipsism (a long-time fascination).
- What of this immigration reform brouhaha?
- Reflections on participation in NaNoWriMo 2005...and whether 2006 will see a return visit.
- On the extreme unlikelihood of time travel.
- "It's okay to be inept as long as you're inert." (A commentary about what went wrong in the G.W. Bush saga.)
- Designing and implementing the first ever meaningful time-travel experiment.
- MAKE magazine...you just can't find better!
- It's a beautiful spring day...shouldn't I be out throwing sticks?
- Marc Andreessen and Tim Berners-Lee...an appreciation for the men who changed the world.
- Forget about "taxation without representation"! What we need to worry about is "representation without representation".
- Former suburbanites going rural. Life is good!
- New to kayaking? New to kayaking!
- An alternate take on inflation.
- Going to Town Meeting.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Coming Soon (perhaps)
Well, it'll probably take me a good while to really get this blog going with a full head of steam. I figure it might be worthwhile to start a list of topics I hope to hit on in the not-too-distant future. Let's call it a "Coming Soon (perhaps)" list. So, in no particular order (and with no firm promise that I'll actually get around to all of these), here's a start:
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i've read this before... old time travel joke. go for the time travel discussion.ReplyDelete
i don't care about your solipsism... old solipy joke.
Rick, sorry I didn't respond to this sooner. That's some funny stuff, but I guess you have to be in the right frame of mind to get it, eh? On my first scan, I thought you were trolling. But then I reread it and got a good laugh from it. Thanks.ReplyDelete
I hope you'll keep tuning in. I really do intend to get to that time travel discussion sometime soon.
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