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What a fun day for debate!
Former Fed Chair, Paul Volcker went way off-script in Chicago yesterday and "moved unsparingly from banks to regulators to business schools to the Fed to money-market funds during his luncheon speech. He praised the new financial overhaul law, but said the system remained at risk because it is subject to future "judgments" of individual regulators, who he said would be relentlessly lobbied by banks and politicians to soften the rules."
"This is a plea for structural changes in markets and market regulation," he said at one point. He also had some great quotes:
Banking — Investment banks became "trading machines instead of investment banks [leading to] encroachment on the territory of commercial banks, and commercial banks encroached on the territory of others in a way that couldn't easily be managed by the old supervisory system."
Financial system — "The financial system is broken. We can use that term in late 2008, and I think it's fair to still use the term unfortunately. We know that parts of it are absolutely broken, like the mortgage market which only happens to be the most important part of our capital markets [and has] become a subsidiary of the U.S. government."
Risk management — "Markets that are prone to excesses in one direction or another are not simply managed under the assumption that we can assume that everybody follows a normal distribution curve. Normal distribution curves — if I would submit to you — do not exist in financial markets. Its not that they are fat tails, they don't exist. I keep hearing about fat tails, and Jesus, it's only supposed to occur every 100 years, and it appears every 10 years."
The recession — "It's so difficult to get out of this recession because of the basic disequilibrium in the real economy."
This afternoon, Richmond Fed President Jeffrey Lacker will speak in Kentucky (his hometown) on "Reflections on Economics, Policy and Financial Crisis!" and it always makes me nervous when Fed Presidents put exclamation marks on the word "crisis" so we'll be paying attention to that one. After market hours, at 4:30, Uncle Ben comes to the plate with "Implications of the Financial Crisis for Economics," which sounds like a snoozer but that's three Fed guys in a row saying "crisis" in the same day – I don't like it!
I was bearish yesterday morning but we bottomed out earlier than I thought and I sent out an Alert to Members at 10:01 saying:
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AUTHORS: Mohamed Coulibaly, Robert Ali Brac de la Perrière, with contributions from Sangeeta Shashikant
English : A Dysfunctional Plant Variety Protection System: Ten Years of UPOV Implementation in Francophone Africa, Working Paper
French : Faillite de la protection intellectuelle des obtentions végétales : 10 années d'UPOV en Afrique francophone, Document de travail
The 2017 Autumn meetings for UPOV's decision-making bodies ended with a number of decisions with consequences for implementation of Farmers' Rights and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Below a report is provided on some of the key decisions taken and its impact.
UPOV's bodies met in Geneva from 23rd to 27th October.

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2 nights Mara Exlporer Camp Flying package
Mara Explorer exclusive five-star camp offers 10 luxurious and well-spaced tents' each with its own private river frontage and views over the River Talek's wildlife-rich southern banks.
The superb setting and location of the camp makes for a wonderful game-watching experience' including from the comfort of your bed' bath or verandah.
The tents have been specially designed to open up to the sky and' on a deck on one side' a Victorian claws-foot bathtub offers secluded open-air bathing – and a unique new perspective of the African bush.
Day 1
Arrive at Safarilink lounge' Wilson Airport for your scheduled morning or afternoon flight to Masai Mara. The flight is approximately 45 minutes to OlKiombo Airstip.
Upon arrival at the airstrip' you will be met by a driver/ guide who will transfer you to the camp to check in. After lunch you will depart for a late afternoon game drive or enjoy other activities offered at the camp.
Day 2
You will set out just before sunrise in search of game.The Maasai Mara is known as Africa's Greatest Wildlife Reserve and is famous for the abundance of lion' the Great Wildebeest Migration.
In between your morning and afternoon game drive you will have ample time to relax and enjoy the ambiance at your luxury tented camp.
Day 3
Enjoy a final early morning game drive before breakfast' after which you will be transfered to the airstrip for you flight back to Nairobi.
Period of service, departure days and fares:
Terms and Conditions
The package includes:
- 2 nights full board accommodation
- Return flights from Wilson airport
- 2 shared game drives per day
- Airstrip transfers in Masai Mara
- Park entrance fee
- Drinks and other personal items
- Airport transfers in Nairobi (can be arranged on request)
- Single room supplement
- Easter weekend supplement
Terms & conditions:
- Rates quoted are for Non residents per person sharing.
- Single room supplement available on request.
- Discounted rates for East Africa residents are available on request.
To reconfirm your booking and to receive a final accommodation voucher please send an email to firstname.lastname@example.com


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Casual Purple Room Paint for Elegant Design
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Choosing color for a house tend to be hard. You have to be careful and wise in deciding the right color for your house. The colors of the house give the big effect for the house design. You have to make your house to be comfortable for you. So, you have to choose the color for your house based on your favorite. The color of a house could be the combination the colors of the room. You could choose the different color for each room, or make it the same for all room. It is according to your decision. You can choose the color based on the style you apply in the house. It could also be based on the size of the room. The choice of colors has to match with the size of the room. The color could make some matching to the size of the room. Because, the paint color of the walls could make the room which is small larger.
You can choose the unique color for your room. One of the colors you can choose is the purple. I guess purple is an elegant color. Purple color could make your room elegant. If you apply your room with purple color, you could make your room to be elegant. You can choose the purple room paint for your house. The purple room paint could be a good choice for your house. I guess the purple is not well to be stand alone; you have to accent the purple with the other color. The neutral colors could be great. You can combine the soft and light purple with white color. It is gonna be a good combination. You could have a casual and elegant room when you paint your room with the stylish and colorful purple room paint.


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The Film, Soul Searching 3
After a few months I think I have found the proper film for my upcoming portrait project. I settled on 35mm Kodak Tri-X. Full circle. A classic. I tested my old favs Ilford Hp5 and Fp4.I was not happy with the scans coming off of the negs. Hp5 was flat for some reason and Fp4 was to "digital" feeling. I could add grain, but why not just let the film do the work. Now that Neopan 400 is gone the options are limited and the Ilford Delta films are too smooth for my taste. I have also opted for 35mm vs. 120. Believe it or not the 120 was just too clean (beautiful) and I was losing the grit that I want for this project. I was shooting the 120 with a Hasselblad V and a 150mm lens. A nikon F100 with an 85mm or 50mm loaded with Tri-X @400 is giving me exactly what I want.
Peter Konerko Photography is the go to choice for portrait photography in Los Angeles and New York. Peter's clients can be seen all over the entertainment industry, having shot multitudes of working actors.


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The Centre for Law and Development, NUALS, Kochi is looking for contributions to the third edition of its "Securities Law: The e-newsletter" to be published in September. Contributions to the e-newsletter are welcome from all law students.
Topic can be on any contemporary issue faced in Securities Law.
Contributions can be made in form of
1. Opinions
2. Case notes on relevant cases
3. Recent notifications by SEBI
4. Short articles
- The word limit for the contribution is800 to 1200 (excluding footnotes)
- The article should be submitted as a Word document (.docx) and must be in Times New
Roman font size 12, line spacing 1.5 for contents and footnotes.
- Co-authorship is allowed to a maximum of 2 authors.
- The selected contributions will be published and all such contributions will be acknowledged in the newsletter.
- Plagiarism will lead to disqualification of the contribution
The last date of submission is 20th August, 2016.
The best contribution will be mentioned in the next Securities E-Newsletter.
Previous Edition
The previous edition can be found HERE.
Submission Procedure
The contributions and confirmation shall be sent to [email protected]


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Bedrug is the ultimate Ute deck protection. FINALLY… a 100% Polypropylene plastic liner that is tough durable and comfortable that maximises the use of your ute, pickup. Bedrug beats any hard plastic liner or spray on deck liner in all aspects.
What is the Bedrug soft tray liner?
The Bedrug soft tray liner is unlike any bed liner available. Bedrug durable as any hard or spray on liner, but it also protects your ute deck and its cargo from damage and gives you flexibility to use your ute to work all week and play all weekend. It's gentle enough to protect your big screen TV, yet rugged enough to move gravel, top soil or concrete blocks.
What's the difference between a hard bed liner and the Bedrug soft tray liner?
Hard bed liners vibrate against the paint they're supposed to protect, actually scuffing it and ruining the paint's shiny, rich finish. The Bedrug soft tray liner, however, is backed by a non-abrasive foam, which will not abrade the paint. Your ute deck will always look as good as the day you bought it! The Bedrug soft tray liner is designed to protect your valuable cargo, like sports equipment and camping gear, too not just your ute.
What about spray-on liners?
Spray-on liners have some serious issues. First, to apply the spray-on liner, the ute deck's paint must be scuffed or removed prior to application, which can void the ute's paint warranty. Since they must be applied by a professional, the quality of the spray-on liner depends on the person applying it. Once applied, the spray-on liner cannot be removed. Spray-ons also can be very susceptible to wear and weathering, which can cause them to look hazy or appear used after only a short time. Moreover, they do nothing to protect cargo.
Why should I buy a Bedrug soft tray liner?
Bedrug's advantage is value. Not only do you get the advantages of exceptional cargo protection, a nonslip surface, and Bedrug's best-in-class ute deck paint protection, but the Bedrug also looks high end. The real proof is when you kneel on it; Try that with any hard or spray-on liner!
Where can I get a Bedrug soft tray liner?
It is available for nearly every ute make and model directly to consumers through new car dealers.
Is the Bedrug soft tray liner difficult to install?
No. Most ute owners have it installed by the dealer when they buy their ute, but the Bedrug lifestyle liner is easy for one person to install in less than an hour, using only a screwdriver and a pocket knife. Instructions come with the Bedrug, allow 10 mins to fit.
What if I have problems with my Bedrug?
Bedrug carries a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.
Will Bedrug stand up to the demands of my construction business?
The Bedrug soft tray liner can take on gravel, mulch, building materials -even battery acid –without any bad effects,
Won't the Bedrug suck up water and cause my ute deck to rust?
Actually, Bedrug's closed-cell polymer construction can't hold water- it runs right off, this is not true of hard liners; water gets trapped between the liner and the bed, often causing rust.
I really like my Bedrug. Can I take it with me?
As funny as it sounds, some people do get mighty attached to their Bedrug. You can take it with you, providing you're taking it to the same model of ute. It requires only an inexpensive installation kit and some simple tools to attach it.
I have dogs, will the Bedrug stand up to their abuse?
Bedrug is a dog's best friend! Not only will the Bedrug soft tray liner resist anything that your pets can dish out, but it's the most pet-friendly bed protection system on the market Bedrug's tough, woven polypropylene material Is also skid resistant, so if you corner a little too fast, you don't have to worry about your pet's cage sliding around in the bed. Plus, you can rinse it out with a garden hose.


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Agne Kuzmickaite, is the Lithuanian designer, about to showcase her seventh collection in London for SS19. With a focus on navigating contemporary female life in light of a changing society, Agne is bringing her refreshing take on adventurous shapes and strong lines.
Using symbolism and large scale motifs throughout her collections, Agne reimagines the meanings of icons such as butterflies, through a series of colours and graphics. Agne has previously shown around European cities during various fashion weeks, including in Paris, Berlin, Riga and Kiev. We caught up with the designer to hear more about her theme of self realisation, the artistic work of musicians and the meaning behind her trademark.
What has inspired your Spring Summer 2019 collection?
SS19 collection is inspired by the phenomena of human self realisation as the main feature of personal fulfilment. With the collection I want to draw attention to this component of life, which can be easily lost in repetitive actions and duties of everyday life.
How do you stay inspired?
I stay inspired by observing the surroundings and analysing the time we are living now. I like to draw inspiration from various artists and musicians whose art I find reflecting comtemporaneity.
What themes and concepts are you exploring this season?
The concept of self realisation will be expressed in the collection using bold letters and contrasting texts breaking the harmony of symmetrical rhythm of butterflies, which is my signature trademark. Butterflies also change their decorative function becoming the constructional basis of the collection - changing its' shape to become a dress, a skirt, a collar of a shirt or a pattern of a trench coat.
Themes of sustainability, diversity and inclusivity are permeating the industry. What changes would you like to make through your work?
I would like that people consumed more reasonably and with bigger responsibility. I wished that each designer created item should speak something and be of a long lasting design.
What shall we look out for at your SS19 show?
Theatrical presentation inspired by womens daily dressing routine in the background of multitude of butterflies, that change their size and become outfits.
Where do you hope to be next season?
For me it is important to continue creating and presenting new ideas each season. This is my first show in London, so I hope next season to be here as well.
Interview by Annabel Waterhouse-Biggins


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OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday, July 12, 6:00-8:00PM
When Penny Ashford traveled to Antarctica to continue her photographic exploration of water, she came face to face with the effects of climate change. IN SEARCH OF ICE is a series of photographs documenting the loss of ice and habitat in both Antarctica and the North Pole. Photography allows Ashford to capture the beauty and inceasing devastation of the ice while using biomorphic forms to explore abstract compositions. Ashford "hopes that her photographs empower viewers to see themselves as stewards of the earth, that they, too, take positive action to preserve the great beauty of our planet."


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October 13 2017 City Partners with Arts Council to Solicit Local Art harrisonburgva.gov
Harrisonburg, Va. – The city of Harrisonburg is again partnering with the Arts Council of the Valley to encourage local artists to submit their artwork.
The Virginia Municipal League (VML), of which Harrisonburg is a member, has collected local handmade ornaments from localities around the state of Virginia for the past two years. These ornaments are sent to the Executive Mansion in Richmond, VA to adorn the holiday tree.
Harrisonburg and the Arts Council of the Valley are asking local artists to submit handmade ornaments. From the ornaments that are received, one will be selected and sent on behalf of Harrisonburg to be displayed on the tree in the Executive Mansion.
All other ornaments received will be displayed on the city's Christmas tree in the lobby of City Hall, which greets residents, employees, and visitors.
Questions? Contact Mary-Hope Vass, public information officer for Harrisonburg, at 540-432-7701 or email@example.com.
Guidelines for ornament submissions:
• Each participating locality is asked to submit one holiday ornament to the Executive Mansion. All other ornaments will become the property of the city for annual display on the Christmas tree.
• The size of the ornament should be no longer than six inches and the shape and material is totally up to the artist/artisan. The finished ornament should be submitted along with the name of the locality and artist placed on the back of the ornament.
• The artist/artisan should reside in or near the locality.
• No purchased ornaments.
• Deadline for submitting the ornament is Monday, October 30.
• Submissions can be sent to the City Manager's Office at City Hall by mail or in person to 409 S. Main St. Harrisonburg, VA 22801. City Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.


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USDA's Joint Ag Weather Facility says on the Plains, winter wheat conditions have generally deteriorated during the last month, except for some modest improvements in northern production areas. "On Dec. 30, Montana's wheat was rated 40% good to excellent, up from 29% on Nov. 25," USDA reports. During the same five-week period, the portion of the wheat rated very poor to poor increased from 44% to 61% in Oklahoma, 46% to 49% in Nebraska, and 25% to 31% in Kansas, according to USDA. "Currently, cold, generally dry weather prevails across the nation's mid-section, although a shallow to moderately deep snow cover blankets large sections of the northern and central Plains," USDA continues.
In the West, USDA says dry weather accompanies below-normal temperatures, although temperatures in winter agricultural areas in California and the Desert Southwest remain safely above freezing.
In the Corn Belt, USDA says cold, dry weather prevails, except for some light snow across the far upper Midwest. "A shallow to moderately deep snow cover blankets much of the Midwest, helping to insulate winter grains but hampering rural travel," USDA elaborates. At the end of December, 70% of the winter wheat in Illinois was rated in good to excellent condition, according to USDA.
In the South, USDA says colder air is overspreading northern and western portions of the region, in the wake of recent rainfall. "Generally minor lowland flooding persists in the central Gulf Coast states, mainly in Mississippi and western Alabama," USDA explains. Showers continue across the lower Southeast, while mid-winter warmth prevails in Florida, USDA adds.
In its outlook, USDA says colder-than-normal conditions across the majority of the nation will be replaced by a late-week warming trend across the northern Plains and upper Midwest. "By early next week, much of the U.S. will experience a return to above-normal temperatures, especially east of the Rockies," USDA reports. Meanwhile, relatively tranquil weather will prevail during the next several days across the majority of the country, USDA explains. "Five-day precipitation totals will approach an inch in the Southeast, Pacific Northwest and downwind of the Great Lakes, but little or no precipitation will fall from the Intermountain West and the Southwest into the Mississippi and Ohio Valleys," USDA elaborates.
First Thing Today (VIP) -- January 2, 2013
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The Zimbabwe Home Industries and Markets Association (ZHIMA) has embarked on an inputs' support programme for urban farmers who will be assisted with seed and fertilizer ahead of the 2010-2011 summer cropping season.
The organisation which represents informal traders from across the country says, it has a tailor-made programme under the projects portfolio which supports urban agriculture as it enhances food security and reduces poverty.
Under the programme registered urban farmers are expected to get seed and fertilizer for this season and also support in the tillage programme.
The urban farmers who have benefitted from the scheme hailed ZHIMA inputs support scheme saying fertilizer was beyond the reach of the majority of farmers.
"The programme is good because we did not have money to buy these inputs, so we will utilize our pieces of land,†said one farmer.
Others who have been engaging in urban agriculture for the past ten years noted that the practice has transformed their lives as they are able to sell surplus to the Grain Marketing Board.
The association's chairperson Mr. Onesimo Gore said they fully support the government's policy on organized urban agriculture and will provide critical inputs.
In June 2002, local authorities met in Nyanga where they came out with the Nyanja declaration which acknowledges that urban and peri-urban agriculture contributes to urban food security, poverty reduction, local economic development and sustainable urban development.


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President Goodluck Jonathan has asked a "special favour" from Nigeria's media owners. He wants them to generously deploy their newspapers, magazines, radio and television to back his new project of "writing" a brand new constitution for Nigeria, reliable presidency sources and associates of some of the media proprietors have told PREMIUM TIMES.
At the April 10 discreet meeting, held at the Banquet Hall of the State House, President Jonathan, our sources said, laid bare his strong desire to "write" a constitution for the country and begged his media owners guests to help him bring the project to fruition.
"From the way he spoke, you could see that he is desperate to produce a new constitution for this country," a source with deep knowledge of the meeting said. "He knows the media can shoot the project down. So he tried to get the media owners to his side so they can help censor reporting critical of the project while also helping to mount aggressive campaigns in their various platform in support of the project."
The meeting had in attendance owners of leading newspapers, magazines, radio and television stations all over the country. Those based outside Abuja were flown into the nation's capital by the presidency.
Mr. Jonathan, our sources said, did not disguise his reason for calling the meeting.
After a brief preliminaries by him and his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Reuben Abati – who referred to the media owners as the pipers dictating the tunes in the country – Mr. Jonathan went straight to the point, telling his guests why the current Nigerian constitution is at the root of the nation's problems and why he should be supported to bequeath a new constitution to the country.
Mr. Jonathan however failed to disclose the specific changes he wants to introduce in the constitution and why he is not comfortable with the ongoing constitutional amendment being undertaken by the National Assembly.
When one of the media owners pressed him to explain the kind of constitution he envisaged for the country, the president simply recalled his governorship days in Bayelsa state, saying he was shocked when he was told at the time that under the prevailing constitution he could not create additional local governments.
One unidentified media owner asked the president to explain how he wants to write the constitution. Mr. Jonathan was reportedly evasive in his response, merely saying he would not enter his library to emerge with a new constitution.
It is not clear why Mr. Jonathan is bent on "writing" a new constitution for the country in spite of the ongoing constitution amendment by the National Assembly.
Mr. Jonathan had tried in March to get the nod of the Senate to empower him to come up with a new constitution.
That bid, introduced through a bill from the Senate's Constitution Review Committee, failed as the chairman of the committee, Ike Ekeremadu, hurriedly withdrew it after it failed to garner support.
At the meeting with the media owners, Senator Chris Anyanwu, who owns the Abuja-based Hot FM, toldthe President that his first bid to introduce a constitution bill failed because he failed to do his homework.
"This time, you should meet all relevant stakeholders in small groups just as you are meeting with us today," Ms. Anyanwu said.
The president's real agenda is unclear. There are suggestions he wants to introduce the report of the ongoing National Conference as a bill for a new constitution for the country. But he is yet to make that clear.
There is also widespread suspicion that the president is working discreetly to get a two-year extension of his tenure, which ends on May 29, 2015.
Last week, a delegate to the National Conference, Okon Osung, called for the elongation of the tenure of Mr. Jonathan and others by 18 months.
The delegate, who addressed journalists in Abuja, had said, "At this crucial juncture in our national history, a Presidential or National Assembly declaration of a politico-administrative moratorium or cooling-off period before the conduct of the third Transitional Elections scheduled for February 2015 has become an imperative necessity.
"This calls for a postponement of the or deferment of the scheduled 2015 Elections by at least 18 months while retaining all the democratic institutions at all levels of governance and across the entire spectrum of the country's political divide, without any bias to the statutory termination dates of such democratic institutions."
But the leadership of the Conference quickly issued a statement, saying the views expressed by Mr. Osung were entirely personal and should not be interpreted as the position of the National Conference or any of its Committees.


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Impacts of Abortion How does abortion impact Women? Men? Our Culture & Community?
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Euthanasia It's real and it's in Canada - so what is this "medical assistance in dying?"


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The increase in visibility of stories of sexual assault represents an undeniable and important movement.
Figuring out how to talk with your adolescent about assault and trauma is an important task. Though it can feel daunting to broach this subject with your teen, conversations about sexual assault, coercion into sexual behavior, and consent are critical to have with all adolescents. They offer an opportunity to reduce shame and silence around experiences of assault and the resulting trauma they can cause.
Where do I begin?
It can help to start with a common understanding of trauma.
Trauma can result when someone directly experiences something terrible, or when they witness or hear about someone else experiencing a terrible event. When this happens, their mind and body may respond automatically in ways that are meant to protect them. Some of the responses may push them to fight or flee; other responses freeze their body in place.
PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) is considered nonrecovery from a trauma-inducing event. Most individuals have symptoms of trauma in the aftermath of a terrible event. If symptoms do not go away it is called PTSD.
So, why do some people end up with PTSD and others do not?
We do not yet have a complete answer to this question. However, some research suggests that PTSD is associated with avoidance of thinking about the traumaticevent.
People may find themselves stuck on thoughts like "I deserved it," "It was my fault," "I could have stopped it," "I knew better," or "if I had fought back I would have been safe." These thoughts and beliefs can make it hard to process the event. They often leave people stuck ruminating on how it "could or should" have happened. There is no fault in getting stuck on thoughts or finding oneself avoiding traumatic memories. It happens and should not be considered a sign of weakness or a failure.
Sometimes people get stuck because they feel isolated by their experience. Talking about traumatic events can allow some individuals to reduce this isolation, challenge some of their thoughts, and face their feared memories. However, this should be done with great care and is certainly not a requirement for trauma survivors.
How do I talk with my adolescent about assault and coercion?
First, adopt a non-judgmental stance. No one deserves to experience sexual assault, and there is no way a person can cause themselves to be sexually assaulted. It does not matter how they look, what they are wearing, or where they are when it happens. It does not matter if they drank more than they intended or trusted the wrong person. Sexual assault happens to people of all identities and walks of life.
If it helps, think about sexual assault as preventable by stopping perpetrators of assault. This reduces some of the victim blaming that can occur when we try to find reasons why an assault occurred.
Ask and then be ready to listen.
Ask your adolescent what they think about the stories coming out.
Ask them how their school/team/church or other organizations they are a part of have handled incidents of assault.
Ask them what they will try to do if they experience assault or coercion, or if they witness someone who is at risk for either.
Part of the conversation can focus on how to help another person as best one can while keeping yourself safe.
Another part of the conversation can plan for what the two of you will do if your adolescent tells you about their experience of assault or coercion, or that of a friend or classmate. This can include (but is not limited to) a trip to the Emergency Room, reporting concerns to school or police, seeking mental health support, and coping with your own feelings of distress.
Talking with your adolescent ahead of time allows the two of you to think through what you would do as a team, which in turn may reduce barriers to talking in times of distress.
The conversation about sexual assault has been started. It is now up to you to begin to break down any barriers to talking about it with the adolescents in your life.


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Join us in Historic Downtown Douglasville, at O'Neal Plaza. We will kick off the Inaugural outdoor yoga festival. The festival will begin with a guided gratitude meditation, followed by a gentle mantra flow and close with a convo on radical self care. Sample of our signature KemBoocha will be available to taste and our signature tees will be available for purchase.
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Earlier Event: May 1Stomp the Stigma Youth Forum
Later Event: June 23Summer Solstice Soul Speak Restorative and Sound Healing


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Dr. Ryan Martin
Dr. Martin received his medical degree from the University of Ottawa. He later went on to complete his Orthopedic surgical residency at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary (Calgary, AB). After completing his surgical residency, he began his sub-specialization. He completed his Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery - Cornell University (New York, NY) and his Sport Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship at the University of Toronto (Toronto, ON).
Since returning to Calgary, Dr. Martin has taken up practice centered out of the Foothills Medical Centre. While running a busy Level 1 trauma practice he has focused on the arthroscopic treatment of traumatic knee conditions involving fractures as well as cartilage and ligament injuries.
Dr. Martin travels nationally and internationally to lecture and present his research. He serves on several committees including the Trauma representative for the University of Calgary Orthopedic Surgery Residency Training Committee, Co-Chair of the Canadian Orthopedic Residency Forum and Co-lead of the bulk Allograft Cartilage Transplantation Program. He also serves as an Orthopedic Surgeon for the Calgary Stampeders Football Club.
When his is not working Dr. Martin spends most of his time with his wife and son. He enjoys skiing, mountain biking, playing hockey and painting.


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by Phoebe Blyth
It had been a hell of a travel day.
Travel day (n): a day in which one undertakes the arduous process of relocating oneself from one place to another.
See also: 'protracted, self-inflicted hell'; 'near-divorce-inducing-frustration'; and 'the-reason-most-people-choose-not-to-leave-the-comfort-of-home-in-the-first-place'
After surviving our first year as international educators living in Saudi Arabia, our long-awaited summer in Spain had finally arrived, and things were not exactly going as planned. Our original, one-leisurely-stop-over-in-Paris-yay-lounges-macarons-and-wine flight (for which we had been so excited) had been cancelled a few hours before departure, and we had been rerouted to a refuel-in-Jeddah-at-three-am-with-40-minutes-to-make-our-connection-Islamic-airline-no-wine-for-you flight (for which we were less thrilled). Mercifully, we had made the connection (we weren't keen to start our summer by repeating the unplanned sleepover we had had in Addis Ababa back in April...)* and were currently descending into Barcelona.
*I realize that the punctuation is getting a little out of control. I shall try to reel it in.
I watched through the window as the country side become pock-parked with buildings, and slowly rose up to meet us. I love having an aerial view of the world. I love looking for places you can't see from the roads or sidewalks. I love getting that perspective. It's one of the reasons I'm drawn to climbing tall things, I suppose. As we touched down in Barcelona, I remarked to Ronnie (my more-than-usually-bearded-because-of-Summer husband**) that this was the airport I had visited most in the world, in which city neither I nor any of my family had ever lived. Let me explain.
**Eh. I tried.
My mum died, suddenly, when I was 21. The year I turned 22, I deferred my post-graduate studies, broke up with my boyfriend, bought a one way ticket to Europe, brought forward the date of that ticket, went out on my own and did stupid, dangerous things, and (unbeknownst to me at the time) fell for the man I would eventually marry. Barcelona lay at the geographical epicenter of all of this drama. Barcelona was the first city I had flown into completely alone, with no plan, and no safety net, and I had flown or driven back into it at least five times over the next few months, as I fumbled to make sense of my own decisions.
As our (present day) taxi drove us from the airport to our AirBnb, I scanned the buildings hungrily for memories of the place which I felt had been the catalyst for so many decisions I had made in my life. I willed myself to remember what it had felt like to wander these streets alone, feeling apprehensive; and later, hand-in-hand, feeling elated and infatuated; and later again, feeling hopeless and defeated. And yet, I struggled to really feel those memories. Had I been here five times? Or was it three? Had I really spent two weeks wandering around by myself? Or had it only been a few days? My memories were eluding me.
It's been a long time since 22.
When Ronnie and I first travelled together, we often found ourselves on long bus or train rides, since we couldn't afford to rent a car. We saturated one another with music - one headphone each - and tried to outdo each other's knowledge of obscure covers and live versions. One of the albums we listened to was a live recording of various artists telling the stories behind their famous songs (imaginatively titled "Storytellers") and on one track, John Mayer seductively outlined the creative process behind the song "Who Says" (well, I found it seductive, anyhow). He talked about having come up with the lyrics for the verse and chorus separately, and not being able to tie them together until he thought of the line "it's been a long time since 22". He talks about how we try to stay true to who we are, but how we change as we get older. Well, he includes a not-so-subtle plug about how famous and rich he is, but the general sentiment is universal.
Coming back to a place which symbolizes so many emotional turning points in my life, but which was never my home, has been disorienting. Over the last few days, I have been frequently startled by memories. I made elaborate (and, ultimately, futile) plans to visit this "really cool, really underground" club, and when we drove past it (and saw that it was closed) I was suddenly slammed with the realization that 22 year old me had been there (I remembered having to search all five floors for my friend, who had ditched me at the door). We were eating lunch in an area I was sure was new to me, and I was gazing idly at a non-descript, vegetarian restaurant across the street, when it dawned on my that I'd met up with a Spanish climber from Couch Surfing there, three days after first arriving in Barcelona. A girl in a bar recommended a live music venue (which was amazing), and as we left in the wee hours of the morning, I stopped short, confronted by a stone fountain next to which I had sat, waiting for a moment of panic to subside, the sound of the water as clear in my memory as it was in my ears. I have been following the ghost of my 22 year old self around this city.
However, this isn't just about me. After the first time we broke up, and got back together (there were multiple times), Ronnie flew to meet me in Madrid, and, when his other plans fell through (see: travel day) he decided to come with me to the mountains. Even though he had never climbed before, and I warned him there was very little to do there but climb (and have raging, screaming fights, as we discovered***), and even though he had NO camping equipment (not even a sleeping mat), we drove together out to Rodellar.
***It's important to point out that this was a very confusing time, and we were very young, and we now employ much healthier methods of communication when we have a disagreement. Like passive-aggressively washing the dishes in the loudest way possible while the other person pretends they can't hear.
The week we spent in Rodellar, post-break-up-and-reunion, was a turbulent one, and yet when we started planning what to do with our first fully paid Summer holiday (yay for careers in education), this was the first place to which we wanted to come back. We had fantasized for hours in those days about having more time, more money, a better plan, a car... hell, a sleeping mat would have been a big step. And so we planned our dream climbing holiday for our first summer.
Driving back up the road to Rodellar was different from being in Barcelona. This time, both of us remembered, and would exclaim at intervals "I remember that little sign!"; "that's where we pulled over to look up directions that one time"; "I forgot how windy this road is!" We were both nervous about what it would mean to come back here, but excited to see if we could "get it right" this time.
I spent the last couple of months of the school year discussing The Great Gatsby with my year ten English class, and I agree with Nick Carroway - "you can't repeat the past" - but nor would I want to. I do, however, want to hold onto a little of what it felt like, experiencing these places for the first time, and reflect on all the things which have changed and remained constant in the long, long time, since 22.


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Just under a mile from The Albany Symphony's home, The Palace Theatre, Jennings Landing not only serves as a unique performance space, but is located near the historic east end of the Erie Canal.
Jennings Landing offers a view of the Hudson River, right where it meets the Erie Canal.
Albany, NY was chosen to be the capital of New York State in 1797, and just twenty years later, the New York State Legislature would approve seven million dollars to construct the Erie Canal. The first order of business was to decide on a starting place for the canal, and the legislature agreed on Albany, NY, and thus Lock One was placed in Albany.
Governor DeWitt Clinton quickly became the driving force behind the project, expediting the venture and, once it was completed, sailing from Buffalo to New York City on the ship Seneca Chief. Construction began on "Clinton's Ditch" in 1817. Predominantly Irish, workers were paid an average of $10 a month. Whiskey was even given out along the way for motivation.
The canal transformed Upstate NY into an industrial powerhouse. Previously, it took an average of two weeks to travel from Buffalo to New York City by stagecoach, and the Erie Railway did not go underway until the 1840s-1850s. The canal cut travel time from New York to Buffalo to four to five days. It also significantly reduced the cost of shipping to one-tenth of previous rates.
In 1903, when the Erie Canal became the NYS Canal System, the first lock was moved to Waterford at Lock E2. The NYS Canal System is a successor to the Erie Canal and involved a complete revamping of the Mohawk River. Previously, the canal was only forty feet wide and four feet deep, barring large boats and barges from traveling through it.
Today, Jennings Landing is one of the most popular recreational sites in Albany. Located in the Corning Preserve, it is the city's quickest route to the waterfront.
The concert at Jennings Landing will kick off the start of The Albany Symphony's Water Music Tour on July 2.
The concert tour marks the bicentennial of the Erie Canal, and will feature new works by Daniel Schlosberg, as well as performances by the Empire State Youth Orchestra's Youth Jazz Ensemble as well as Skidmore College's Storyteller's Institute.


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Saguaro National Park officials asked the public for help investigating an attack that damaged nine saguaro, six prickly pear and two buckhorn cholla cacti on a trail in Saguaro National Park West last week west of Tucson.
Chief Ranger Ray O'Neil said the cacti were found Saturday along the Gould Mine Trail, hacked apart with a sharp tool. He said he expects most to survive the attack, but not all.
"Two smaller [saguaros], about three- to four-foot tall, were actually cut cut into rounds like a log and those two saguaro we don't anticipate will survive," he said.
The two smaller cacti were probably 30 years old, O'Neil said.
The perpetrator could face six months in prison, a $5,000 fine and the park service could also seek civil restitution.
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The Tribe seeks comments on the antidegradation decision related to work proposed by Northern Natural Gas for a verification dig (#40002180) to evaluate an anomaly identified by the company's in-line inspection of the pipeline. This verification dig is located at 46.483151, -90.623479 along the Rib Lake portion of the pipeline adjacent to Potato River Road. The purpose of the verification dig is to allow for the visual inspection of the pipeline to determine if a repair is needed. Wetlands have been identified within the proposed access route and the workspace and the dig is within the streambed of Upper Vaughn Creek, all are Exceptional Resource Waters (Tier 2) under the Tribe's WQS. (Read More)
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The Great Solar Eclipse of 2017!
Monday's total solar eclipse was nothing short of amazing, but as quickly as it came; poof it was gone just like that.
We drove from Murfreesboro, TN to Clarksville, TN where Old Glory Distillery Company was throwing one epic Solar Eclipse party. Clarksville was in the path of totality for the Great American Eclipse of August 21, 2017! From Old Glory Distillery, observers saw approximately 2:18 of totality, at 1:30 p.m. central time.
Old Glory Distilling Company sits alongside Interstate 24 at Clarksville's Exit 4; just a few steps from Fort Campbell, where the 101st Airborne Division is based. While primarily producing Tennessee Whiskey and Bourbon, Old Glory's initial spirits lineup consists of their Jumper's Stash White Rum, Smooth Shine Tennessee Moonshine, and Old Glory Tennessee Vodka. The first release of Old Glory Bourbon will be available in December. Click here to find hotels deals in Clarksville, TN to visit Old Glory Distilling Company.
My daughter is a history and astrology buff who "thinks" she knows everything about everything; so since we were going to be in the direct path of the eclipse, I had to make this an epic event for my mini me as well. The 2017 eclipse will be the first coast to coast eclipse in 98 years and the first in the continental US since 1978.
My daughter's school was holding an event as well, but I decided to trump the school's event and take my Madison on this once in a lifetime event with me. I couldn't think of a more amazing reason for a "skip day" than to see the Solar Eclipse. The experience of totality was overwhelming; not just to Madison and me, but also to everyone that was there to experience the solar eclipse.
There were cheers and screams of excitement as the eclipse began.
The eclipse was only seen in a path 60 miles wide across the entire US, and it was a once in a lifetime experience that I was able to share with my daughter.
Lasting over an hour, the sun was slowly covered by the moon, engulfing everyone in total darkness. Then the process reversed, and just like that; everyone that was in the direct path of the solar eclipse slowly returned to light.
Old Glory Distillery provided everyone solar eclipse viewing glasses; as well as food, craft cocktails, and a live band.
There were also food trucks and kettle corn popcorn provided by Miss Lucille's MarketPlace.
I hope everyone wore their glasses the entire time because my eyes are still burning. I really don't remember looking at the sun without my glasses, but the way my memory is set up it will be just my luck I am blind by this time next week….. Don't forget to grab your Mileahloic tee today!
The total solar eclipse alters our perception of UV rays. On an average day, you should not gaze into the sun because it can cause retinal damage, but with a solar eclipse; people think they can without experiencing any of the pesky side effects because the sun is obscured. This is simply not true! Let's pray next week this time my eyes have stopped burning, and that you will have another blog post from me.
The next total solar eclipse will be in 2024, and if you live near Austin, Texas; Little Rock, Arkansas; Cleveland; or Buffalo, New York you will be in the direct line of the next solar eclipse.
Did you watch the eclipse? I would love to hear your feedback on the Great Solar Eclipse of 2017. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!
Disclosure: I partnered with Old Glory Distillery on this article and they kindly provided VIP tickets for the review. I am a professional travel and food writer that receives compensation from the companies whose products I review. Affiliates in this article support this site at no cost to you. Go travel and grub out on plenty of food.


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Juniper & Sage - Spirit Water
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Artisan co distilled waters of salvaged sea side Juniper heartwood, Clary Sage & Rock Rose with essential oils and absolutes of Clary Sage, yang ylang, Blood Cedar Heartwood, Guaiac (Palo Santo heartwood), Pinyon Pine. Labdanum & Sandalwood.
A blend of rich & creamy heartwoods for soul work & the wounded healer. Have you ever noticed that in times of turmoil & transition, we are drawn to the desert for healing? The inspiration was one of the tolerant flora survival in the harshest environmental conditions. Desert sacred Sage, Pine & Juniper.
Sweet ceremonial tobacco, creamy dry woods, desert flora
grounding// purification // intuition //clairvoyance
In house artisan copper distilled botanical waters, unveiling the spirit of the plant, resin & wood, then infused with sustainably wild foraged plant extracts & essential oils. Lunar charged with both Smokey & Lemurian quartz crystals. Formulated as a Eau Fraiche with up to 3% natural perfume essences, enhancing their beauty. Beautifully protected with midnight glass in a black velvet bag.
Ritual: Always shake gently before each use & spritz as a light personal fragrance for the hair, aura, body and room with lingering notes of sensory pleasure.
*these floral waters contain essential oils, so always use caution around eyes and check contradictions with pregnancy and epilepsy. The more you spritz the more condensed the scent will become, as essential oils float to the top.


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Many critics are claiming that Twitter's (NYSE:TWTR) current market valuation of $22 billion is far too high. In light of the fact that the company saw a near 73% increase in share price during its first day being publicly traded , the prevailing mantra is that Twitter is overvalued. Newspapers and blogs are disseminating this mindset left and right, but in the wake of such negative publicity it seems as though Twitter's upside has been forgotten.
Common critique
One reason many investors consider Twitter a bad investment is because the organization has posted consistent losses and projects losses for the foreseeable future. When compared to peers like Facebook (NASDAQ:FB) or LinkedIn (NYSE:LNKD.DL), Twitter is behind the curve in terms of financial position for its age. Currently, Twitter is seven years old. It took Facebook only five years to first turn its first profit and it took LinkedIn just four. Furthermore, both companies were first movers in a now-crowded space.
Twitter's net losses, however, are largely due to heavy investment in research & development (R&D). In the first half of this year alone, the company spent $111 million on R&D, more than 44% of the revenue generated during this time . This means one of two things: Either Twitter does not have a sustainable competitive advantage, or it is crafting new features that will enhance the company's already popular product. If the latter proves true, the company could be poised to see great growth.
Growth of smartphone usage
Consider Apple's recent introduction of the iPhone 5c. The mentality behind this product launch was to make inroads into a previously untapped market segment. Furthermore, other organizations like Samsung and Nokia are also crafting smartphones for low-end segments. Even the U.S. Government is setting up a program to distribute smartphones to the economically disadvantaged . As a result, more than 1.4 billion people now own smartphones worldwide, a 44% increase from last year .
This is great news for Twitter investors. As smartphones become more ubiquitous, Twitter can expect to see a rapid increase in monthly active users (MAUs). Currently, Twitter's monthly active user base stands at 230 million, a 39% increase over last year's numbers ; 76% of these users accessed the site via some mobile platform .
This is largely due to the fact that Twitter is optimized for mobile devices. In today's world, people want information quickly and they want it delivered to them in a succinct format. Twitter offers this in spades. By forcing users to condense thoughts to 140 characters, the company ensures that only the content most meaningful and relevant to an intended idea is displayed.
As Twitter's monthly active user count continues to increase, the company can expect its revenue to do the same. Right now, Twitter is currently making $1.80 per user by selling ads and it increased its revenue by 106% since last year . This growth is likely to continue as the company attracts more and more users.
Why you should invest
Ultimately, Twitter has the potential to grow at a quick rate. If it can decrease its spending on R&D, it will be poised to start turning profits. As smartphone usage becomes more prevalent, Twitter usage will increase, and advertising revenues will go up. Likewise, profits will continue to expand as Twitter adapts and proves its concept. In the midst of negative publicity, this upside shouldn't be forgotten.


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The Nordic Way: 9 Reasons Why Swedes Live Better
A little over a month ago, my family and I stayed with some of my Swedish relatives along our way from Italy to Ireland. They live in a lovely neighborhood just outside of Malmö, in southern Sweden. It wasn't even thirty minutes after we left the airport that we began to discover what makes the Nordic way of life so wonderful.
Without hesitation, my extended family's family transported our cumbersome circus of luggage to their home from the train station so we could finish our journey more comfortably. They welcomed us like family, even though we haven't seen each other in over a decade, and are basically strangers.
Just a week in Sweden was enough time for us to see why this Nordic nation is one of the most highly regarded societies on the planet. Their collective focus on social equality, human rights, sustainability, and public services make the country one of the best places to start and raise a family. Not only do the Swedes boast some of the highest life expectancies in the developed world, but their citizens are some of the happiest and their children are of the most educated.
And everyone is just so nice.
Oh, and nearly everything they use is recycled. We've been to a few places in our travels, and Sweden, along with the other Nordic countries, are by far and away the most environmentally conscious and friendly. They treat their rubbish better than most people treat themselves. How about that?
Sweden's simple beauty and proud culture provide more than enough reason to be smitten from the start. But why are the Swedes really so good at this whole life thing?
Nothing embodies the psyche of the Swedish quite like the idea behind the oh so Swedish word, lagom. A well known Swedish proverb, "Lagom är bäst", means "the right amount is best." It more literally translates to "enough is as good as a feast" or "there is virtue in moderation". But how did this come about, and why is this word such a part of the culture?
Well, about a thousand years ago the Germanic Norse inhabited this part of the world. These farmers and sailors are more commonly known as Vikings, but it wasn't all about plunder and pillage to them, hence the alternate introduction. According to legend, or myth, they would settle in around a meal after a long day and a cup of mead would make it's way around the table. It became "a point of honor" to take only as much as was needed and leave enough for the rest. That doesn't quite jive with the notion of an axe-wielding Viking warrior, covered in blood, chugging the mead all for himself, does it?
In reality, that imagery couldn't be farther from the truth of how today's Viking descendants operate. The Swedes strive for fairness, mindfulness, and contentment over greed, gluttony, and indulgence.
The concept of lagom pertains to a vast majority of Swedish daily life. Whether it be diet, exercise, or the enjoyment of alcoholic drinks, there is always a sensible amount. Even in choosing their coffee, most won't stray too far from the sensible middle, so a medium roast sells better than light or dark. Moderation doesn't just apply to commodities, either. You'd be hard pressed to witness a Swede acting highly emotional, boisterous, or braggadocios. Most can speak multiple languages, but don't consider it worth fawning over.
Somewhere in between the extremes, usually erring on the side of reservation, with a focus on what is fair and appropriate, is where you'll find most Swedes. Life is all about being mindful, logical, and finding contentment through the stability of simplicity and knowledge of purpose.
Simple by design
What comes to mind when you think about Sweden? If you're like me and had never stepped foot there before, you think of its famous megastore, IKEA. There's a 9/10 chance you currently own a piece of the ubiquitous do-it-yourself furniture. If not, there's a 10/10 chance that someone you know does. That's because the country has defined world class and iconic design standards for some time now. Simple yet effective, beautiful yet functional. Lagom seems to be the standard that IKEA designs are crafted to, if only to reach the standards Swedes expect.
The furniture is only the tip of the iceberg. You'll see a simple, less is more mentality applied in all aspects of the Swedish lifestyle. Homes are minimalistic and elegant, transportation is efficient and effective, and the design of everything around you is pleasingly ingenious yet effortless.
IKEA isn't the only worldwide sensation to come from Sweden. H&M hails from here as well. And as in Sweden, the clothing styles sold at H&M are generally more casual and simple than most stores with their pedigree. You don't typically see cutting-edge runway fashions like in Milan or Paris. Here you can expect comfortable sophistication and a functional style that you'd see on the streets of Stockholm or Malmö. That's just how it is in Sweden. 'Mysig' another super Swedish word, means being cozy and comfortable. Even in a typical business setting, jeans are often suitable office attire, because mysig reigns supreme.
Sustainability is a Swedish cornerstone
And that's really what makes Sweden so simply great. The country operates based on what makes sense. Taking care of our planet... it just makes sense. To that point, Sweden, and each of the other nordic countries, lead the rest of the world when it comes to sustainable practices. Maybe it's their proximity and relationship with the ocean, or maybe their understanding of balance. Whatever it is, Sweden ranks #1 on the planet in the Sustainable Development Goals Index.
Most impressively, Sweden recycles nearly all of their waste, almost to the point of insanity. It took a while for me to adjust, honestly. Diligently separating the rubbish into five separate bins is as routine as washing the dishes. It seemed so foreign at first for us Americans, but then again how we operate back home was baffling to my Swedish cousin, Sofia.
As my husband did the dishes after dinner one night, she asked him about our garbage disposals in the sink. "So you just dump the food in the drain? Where does it go?" My husband thought for a second, but had no good answer. "It just, uh, goes..." They both stood with puzzled looks. That wastefulness seems counterintuitive, and there's really no defense for it. Being efficient and mindful of consumption is easy if everyone buys in, and everyone in Sweden has bought in.
Focus on self-reliance
Some of the reason the people of Sweden are so cognizant of the environment is because they know what matters. Like many European countries, Swedes take pride in their culture and raise their families according to their cultural values. To the Swedish, independence and accountability are what matters (maybe this is why Swedes are always so prompt).
Swedes are unique in that they highly value the importance of being self-sufficient. Once a child turns 18 years old, in all facets of life, they are not to be reliant on their parents. Even the elderly are financially independent and typically live separately from their adult children because Sweden understands the importance of high quality eldercare. But while being a self-reliant adult is important, it does not mean that the Swedes don't have a major focus on their family. Family holidays and dinners are a major part of that tradition, and these traditions become a part of their identity.
Focus on family
The government also sees the importance in their citizens spending time with their family. Swedish law allows new parents to share up to 480 days, or 16 months, of paid parental time off after having a child. This allows Swedish men to get much more paternity leave than their counterparts across the globe. Up until a child turns 12, most employers will be flexible with parental duties by reducing hours and allowing substantial paid time off for parents to take care of sick dependents. They even cover for a parent leaving work early to pick a child up from school. This real understanding of what family life entails, coupled with the offering of universal healthcare and free college education, only make Sweden more attractive to young families. Maybe this is why Sweden was recently declared the World's Best Country to Raise Children.
Swedes also get five weeks consecutive vacation, typically in July and August before children head back to school. You may recognize a theme here: work isn't everything to the Swedes. Don't confuse this with laziness, because the Swedes are not that. They pride themselves in their skills and they work very hard, but at the end of the day, raising a family comes first. As it should.
Fika! Fika! Fika!
What better way to focus on family than to take a break, slow down, and just socialize? Many European countries have afternoon coffee or tea breaks, but nobody else has Fika. This mid morning and late afternoon more-than-just-a-coffee-break is based around the Swede's love for java, social connections, sweets, and then more java. Seriously, they are obsessed with a quality cup of Joe, and they drink a healthy amount of it. During the work day and even on the weekends, 3PM is fika time. The afternoon tradition not only boosts end-of-day productivity and morale, it gives the Swedes yet another reason to enjoy a fresh cup of some of the world's finest brew. According to my family, if Sweden ran out of coffee the whole country would come to a screeching halt.
Focus on food
Fika isn't the only time the day slows down in Sweden. Coffee is a huge part of the culture, but daily life really centers around food. It's not a grab-n-go lunch or taquito on the subway kind of society. Meals here are about slowing down to enjoy the company of your friends and family at a neatly prepared table full of clean Nordic cuisine.
When we say clean, we mean it because Swedish produce and meats are of some of the highest quality on the planet. Sweden meets and surpasses the European Union's regulations that track food handling, organic farming, GMOs, and the humane treatment of livestock. Their ingredient and labeling standards are very strict. And just as the Swedes strive for sustainability in other aspects of their lives, the food they consume is no exception. When you buy Swedish products, you know what's in it, where it came from and how it was produced. Even the water here is sparking clean and tastes better than anywhere else we've been.
In terms of diet, contrary to popular belief, Swedish meatballs don't appear at every meal. Swedes love fresh fish, pickled everything, caviar, potatoes, jams, dairy, crisp breads, open-faced sandwiches, mushrooms, berries, and dill. The dairy aisle in a Swedish grocery store is a sight to behold! You will never see so many options for milk (including the beloved Filmjok, a fermented sour milk), hard cheeses, sours creams, and yogurts.
Traditional cooking practices still have a strong place in everyday Swedish lifestyle. Thursdays are "soup days" because years ago, Swedish maids worked less hours and serving soup was an easy alternative to fancier dishes. Saturdays, parents take children to the immaculate candy stores to get their fill of sweet treats. Ever heard of a smorgasbord? Well, the famous term comes from the Swedish practice of placing numerous hot and cold dishes on the table while the family eats together buffet-style. My favorite Swedish food tradition is the late summer feast of kräftskiva. Heaping mounds of crayfish are boiled with salt with a little sugar then served with copious amounts of dill and sour cream. You're also required to wear funny hats and crayfish bibs. Don't ask me why!
Gender equality
Remember when we mentioned that Swedes strive for what is fair and appropriate? Well, one of the cornerstones of Swedish society is a focus on equality. According to the Global Gender Gap Index, Sweden has ranked in the top four countries for gender equality in the world since 2006. The country also boasts one of the largest numbers of women holding public office on the planet. According to a recent Save the Children's Every Last Girl report, Sweden has the highest opportunity index for little girls and it was recently rated as the Best Country to Raise a Daughter. Go Sweden!
Pride and humility
Sweden has a great society and they know it, but they won't wear you down bragging about themselves. I almost had to pry to get my family to open up about why they love where they live. What I finally found was so much more than I expected.
Swedes are mindful, reserved, and relaxed. They are proud, yet humble, and some of the happiest people on the planet. They are welcoming to other cultures and treat everyone fairly and equally. They are self-reliant and accountable. They know their heritage and celebrate it whenever they can. Most importantly, and most refreshing to me, is that not everyone is trying to outdo each other. Lagom is perfect, and in a way, more than enough.
Nothing in Sweden is more important than family, food, and fika. Holding true to this way of life is what makes the Nordic way so wonderful. But don't take our word for it, though. Go and experience it for yourself. You won't be disappointed.


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Surprise! Urban Outfitters Is Selling Your Personal Information
I thought I could trust you, Urban Outfitters. I thought we had something special.
Know when you check out at Urban Outfitters (or Anthropologie, or Free People, both of which are owned by UO), and they ask you for your ZIP code, and you just rattle it off because, yeah, that's probably information they need in order for you to purchase a $60 cotton dress? Well, they actually don't, and now they're facing a class action lawsuit for giving that impression. BuzzFeed reports that law firm Perry Charnoff PLLC has filed a lawsuit claiming that Urban Outfitters leads customers to believe their ZIP codes are retired in order to "secretly obtain customers' home/business addresses' and then sells that information to other parties.
In case you don't feel betrayed enough already, apparently Urban isn't the only retailer to be accused of ZIP code collection. In California, more than 50 class action lawsuits have been filed against retailers for doing this. In March, the Massachusetts supreme court ruled that stores cannot require people provide their ZIP code after a lawsuit against Michael's. Michael's. The craft store. Is nothing sacred?
I probably shouldn't be so surprised that a huge corporation that has proved time and time again to be sort of corrupt is doing a sketchy thing. I won't stop shopping at Urban (or Micahel's; a girl's gotta have her lanyard, amirite?), but I certainly won't be giving them my ZIP code.


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Australian and Oceania Laser Districts
Following the ALCA AGM and the gathering of views on the timing and length of the Laser Nationals (Oceania & Australia Laser Championships) the ALCA Committee have decided that the following arrangements will prevail for next (Tasmania 2019) and, as far as possible, subsequent Laser Nationals events.
Measurement 1st January (2019)
Measurement and Test Race 2nd January
Races 3rd to 8th January (6 days 12 races)
These dates and arrangements for the 2019 event, to be run by the Mersey Yacht Club Devonport, will be formalised shortly in the usual way via the Notice of Race.
The timing for the 2020 event to be hosted by the Victorian District is fluid at present as arrangements are finalised for the National/Regional and International events planned for Melbourne and Geelong in that year.
A noticed on this is now posted on the ALCA web site at http://www.lasersdownunder.com/change-to-timing-of-oceania-australia-laser-championships/
Reasons for the Change
The three main issues which were identified with the current Laser Nationals timing are:
1. People have to travel on or before Christmas Day – a particular problem for WA and Tasmania sailors and for all other sailors when the Nationals are in those states.
2. There is a gap between the end of our Nationals and the AS Youth Championships – this year this is a full 6 days (5-10th January)
3. The event is too long (currently 2 days for measurement and registration 6 days of sailing and 1 lay day i.e. 9 days in total)
Points of View
The decision on the Laser Nationals arrangements is for the ALCA committee to take. However both prior to, and at, the ALCA AGM (30 December 2017) there has been considerable discussion, summarised below, on ideas to improve the Laser Nationals arrangements.
Most were in favour of starting the event later so that sailors and families could spend Christmas at home even if they have to travel a long distance to the event.
The Australian Sailing Team and others were happy with the rotation arrangement but in favour of a shorter series in terms of days and races. 4-5 days and 8 to 10 races were variously suggested.
Some 44% of the sailors in the Laser Nationals stay on to sail in the AS Youth Championships so unsurprisingly there was a view that a later start to the Laser Nationals and a consequent much reduced gap between the events was a good idea and would reduce costs for families.
Under the new arrangement we have a shorter series but with the same number of races, people can have Christmas at home and the gap between the conclusion of our series and the start of the AS Youth's is minimised.


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I originally got it from Mridula Baljekar's Fat Free Indian Cookery, which is sadly out of print now but seems to occasionally come up on Amazon.
Over the years, I've made changes to the recipe and here is what I did today.
2 large chicken breasts (300 - 400 g)
4 tbsp blended ginger
4 large cloves of garlic
4 pieces of cinnamon stick about 5 cm long
6 cardamom pods
6 cloves
4 bay leaves
2 large red onions
1 tsp turmeric
1 - 2 tsp chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
4 tbsp plain yogurt
225 g boiled and blended onions
2 tsp salt
3 tbsp tomato puree
300 ml beef stock
1 tbsp plain flour (optional)
8 large button mushrooms
2 bell peppers
1 head of broccoli
2 large tomatoes
2 -4 green fresh chillies with stalks intact
6 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves
a handful of Thai basil leaves (optional)
- Clean, trim and cut the chicken breasts into bite sized chunks and place in a large non-stick wok or pan.
- Add the ginger, press in the garlic, add the cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, cloves and bay leaves. The cardamom pods should first be bruised by placing them on a chopping board and hitting them with the end of a knife handle. Not too hard, or the whole thing will explode and spread the seeds all over the kitchen, just enough to crack the pod.
- Stir around, while heating up over medium heat and cooking until the chicken is browned, about 7-8 minutes.
- Add the sliced red onion and keep stirring for another 3-4 minutes until it releases its juices.
- Add the turmeric chili powder, ground cumin and coriander and stir vigorously for about 1 minute to mix and release the aromas.
- Add the yogurt and stir in. It'll melt and go thin and help distribute the spices more evenly.
- Add the boiled blended onions and leave to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the salt, tomato puree and beef stock and bring to the boil. If you want a thicker sauce, add the plain flour. Once boiling, reduce the heat and leave to cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Peel and dice the mushrooms, wash, trim and dice the pepper and wash and cut the broccoli into small bite sized florets.
- Half-way through cooking, add the vegetables.
- While the dish continues to cook, dice the tomato and chop the coriander and Thai basil. Just before taking the curry off the hob, add the tomatoes, the whole chillies, the coriander and the Thai basil and stir in.
- Serve with naan bread or rice.
Because I cook Indian food quite often from this cookery book, I buy about 1 kg of fresh ginger a couple of times a year, spend an evening in front of the telly peeling it, then blend with a dash of water. I then distribute the pulp into ice cube trays and freeze. Each ice cube is about 1.5 tbsp and generally I go for one large clove of garlic for each ice cube of ginger.
The same goes for the boiled blended onions - I get a larger amount, boil with a couple of bruised cardamom pods, then blend with a little of the water. Then I distribute it into 225 g portions and freeze.
On the whole it may seem like a complicated dish, but it's easy and very quick if you line everything up ready to add.
And the best thing of all - no fat, besides what's in the yogurt and the chicken! And it becomes even leaner if you use turkey instead.


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We see more and more confirmation of collapsing public services, especially at the state level. Many Americans will be caught unprepared, leading to even more aggressive political meddling to take care of those who cannot or will not take care of themselves. Worse, there's an alarming decline in new medical advances due to bureaucratic roadblocks and crippling lawsuits.
Another strike against your medical interests is the taxpayer subsidized corporate farming giants and their food processing conglomerates. They have packed throughout the nation's food supply habit forming synthetic sugars – health destroyers which permeate almost all processed foods, including ketchup, soft drinks, white breads, puddings, 1,500-calorie lattes, and even chili!
That's a lot of power and money mixed together, so we doubt much will change until enough Americans wise up and use their purchasing power to insist on a better managed food supply. Preferably one free of political subsidies to health destroying substances such as the worst synthetic sugar of all, corn fructose.
How is it Possible That Our Own Government
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For many it is hard to accept that Uncle Sam would knowingly and willingly subsidize health destroying substances. Yet there is ample precedent.
It was military PX stores that first introduced millions of young draftees to cigarettes, and for decades after Congress paid tobacco farmers direct crop subsidies to produce the only product you can buy without a prescription that is fatal when used as directed. Is it so hard to believe that government-subsided corporate farming conglomerates would push corn on Americans as ethanol or corn fructose? We say again, Health-wise, it is every man or woman for himself!
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But the most troubling concern according to Dr. Elijah Saunders, University of Maryland cardiologist and hypertension expert, "Only half of the people in this country who have high blood pressure know they have it."
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Most health fairs in your community or local hospital will measure your blood pressure at no charge.
You can also buy a home blood pressure monitor for private use. The American Heart Association says, "To help control high blood pressure, research has shown that monitoring blood pressure at home can be helpful in addition to regular monitoring in a healthcare provider's office."
To choose a home blood pressure monitor, look for one that has been tested, validated and approved by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, the British Hypertension Society, and the International Protocol for the Validation of Automated BP Measuring Devices.
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If you've been diagnosed with hypertension (or pre-hypertension) and are home monitoring under doctor's orders, take your new monitor to your doctor and have it checked for accuracy. And do this each year to make sure everything is working properly.
If you know you have an atrial fibrillation or other arrhythmia, home monitoring may not be helpful because these conditions tend to give false readings. In this case ask your doctor for recommendations.


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when: monday, sept. 5, 2011
what i wore:
hat: h&m
scarf: mimi bird
sweater: h&m
leggings: aerie
boots: steve madden
where: errands
i am feeling so inspired by my new purchases. it's been a really long time since i bought 11 things in one day. i couldn't fall asleep that night…my mind was racing about all the different ways i can wear them and where they will hang in my closet. dorky, but true.
i bought this sweater in a size bigger than usual, but it fits me great now and it should last me a number of months as my belly grows. so, that makes it official: this is what i'll be wearing every weekend this fall. it's cute but still very relaxed, comfortable and easy. {…yeah, it's basically the same as last fall's weekend outfit.}
bring it on, fall! i'm so ready.


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Open 4-day high school camp and open 2-day middle school camp is set for August 3-6 along with coaches education sessions.
The goal of the camp is technique development in small groups (4-6 athletes per coach) and individual video analysis for instant feedback.
"We gained a lot of knew knowledge in the field of cross country ski technique in last three years with our CXC Ski Team and by working closely with the US Ski Team coaches. We also understand that personal attention and feedback are critical components in technique development. This camp is the best opportunity for athletes at every level to improve their technique. Small groups separated by ability level will be very effective tool and method to improve technical skills" commented Yuriy Gusev (CXC Skiing Chief Executive Officer)
$295.00 - High School/Middle School 4-day Camp (four per room)
$150.00 - Middle School (J2/J3/J4) 2-day Camp (four per room)
$455.00 - Coaches 4-day Camp (two per room)
$270.00 - Coaches 2-day Camp (two per room)
Each participant will receive a custom t-shirt (must sign up two weeks prior the camp to guarantee t-shirt) and "Log It" Training Log for Endurance Athletes by Garrott Kuzzy.
For detailed schedule please visit www.cxcskiing.org
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flash sale sites are a daily outlet for my bargain shopping urges. when i come across a yoga deal via one of these sites, my inner yoga dealer is welll.... overjoyed!
modnique will be hosting a gaiam sale, march 7th - march 10th, with some great savings on yoga essentials that gaiam earned its rep from.
and what's better than a good deal? a free deal!
the yogadeal: WIN A FREE GAIAM YOGA MAT ($42 VALUE)!!!
entry deadline is early monday morning - march 7th at midnight (12:00am) EST.
here's how to enter to win:
(it's painless and quick, plus i get to pick the winner!!!)
- comment on this post with the number of yoga mats you personally own and your email address or twitter handle (so i can contact you if you're the winner; if you prefer to send this privately, email me at email@example.com - but be sure to at least post your yoga mat answer in the comments section).
- like modnique on facebook - just click the icon below and you're good to go!
if you don't win the free mat, there will be more on sale for under $20 during the sale, so be sure to check that out!
once a winner is selected, the generous team at modnique will ship out the gaiam goodie! good luck!!!


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Impasto Palette Knife Painting with Arty Types
THURSDAY 17TH JULY 9.30am-12.30pm
If colours, texture and big helpings of gooey paint are your thing, then this is for you. We will focus on two themes, animals and landscapes to create some beautiful impasto layered paintings. You will get to try out impasto paste medium and the effect it has on acrylic paints. Learn how to mix brilliant colours direct onto your canvas. For all those budding Impressionists out there this is not to be missed. Suitable for ages 6+. $40 per person. For Bookings please contact Rebecca at Arty Types. 0433 098 596 email@example.com
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Interested in learning how to cook authentic Thai dishes? Chef Arthaud Caldairou-bellon from our weekly La Cuisine du Marché will be hosting a Thai cooking class at the LiLi Centre on Saturday, MAY 13. Join this intimate, exclusive opportunity to learn Thai cooking from one of the best chefs we know!
Chef Arthaud's knowledge of Thai cuisine was developed through extensive study whilst working as a chef in Thailand. During his time there he also worked alongside the chef to the Thai King and Queen! Now he would like to pass on some of his knowledge to you, so that you too can build your own understanding of how to create authentic, tasty dishes.
You will learn how to create your own curry paste, soup, noodles, chicken satay as well as exciting new desserts; you may never have tried before! Come and learn how to cook dishes that will make your friends and family smile! KAPUNKA
Date: Saturday, May 13.
Time: 15:30 to 19:30
Where: LiLi Centre, Alpenquai 40a, 6005 Luzern (directions)
Cost: 120 CHF per person (includes class, recipes, ingredients, and multi-course dinner)
This class is limited to 5-6 participants so that everyone will have equal time in the kitchen and with Arthaud. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate children at this time. Please come prepared with an open palate and big smile! We will provide ingredients and equipment.
Payment can be sent by bank transfer in advance (please email directly for details: email@example.com) or can be paid in cash at the start of the event. Cancellations must be made 2 days in advance (latest by May 11) so that Arthaud can purchase the correct amount of ingredients. If you must cancel in less than 48 hours, you will need to pay the full amount, or find someone else to take your place (we may have a waiting list).
About Arthaud Caldairou-bellon
Arthaud is a passionate cook who has been in the kitchen since he was a kid. After studying history and communication, he became head of communication at a fashion company in Paris. Not long after, he decided his heart was in the kitchen and set out on the path to become a chef.
He received his culinary education in Marseille, France and also held a long-term internship at Le Moulin de Vernegues, a Relais & Chateaux property in Provence. After working in several restaurants in France and as a private cook in New York City, Arthaud opened his own restaurant in Paris where he cooked traditional, seasonal "grandmother cuisine"—the kind of food that brings together people and warms the heart.
After 3.5 years, Arthaud yearned to explore different types of cuisines and decided to move to Thailand. There he learned traditional Thai cuisine and worked for a Thai-European resort as well as helped create the menu for another local restaurant. After 10 months in Thailand, Arthaud is now living and working in Switzerland as a private chef. He brings a unique worldly perspective to his cooking, which now has French, American, Thai, and Swiss influences.
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