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abs workout
how to slim down calf - method 1
Streches for shrinking any claves
Reach for your toes when you're sitting down. Simply sit down with your legs close together and slowly lean forward as you reach your hands toward your toes. Flex your toes and move closer to them, as far as is comfortable for you, until you feel a nice burn in your calves. Hold this pose for 15 seconds and repeat it three times.
Do the wide stance stretch. Just stand with one leg stretched out in front of you with the other leg behind you, separating your legs as far as they can comfortably go. Then, bend your front knee and keep your back foot flat on the ground, feeling the burn in your back calf. Keep your torso and back straight, looking straight ahead as you continue to elongate -- and therefore, shrink -- that back calf muscle.
Do the step stretch. To do this, just stand with one foot flat on the ground, with the other foot flexed straight out in front of you, with about half your foot planted over the top of a stair. Lean forward and feel the stretch in the calf of the planted foot. Hold this stretch, making sure to keep your planted foot flat on the ground and the leg on the stairs completely straight, as you feel the burn in the calf muscle.
Do the Downward Facing Dog pose in Yoga. This basic yoga pose is perfect for stretching out the calves and can be repeated many times during a yoga practice or just done on its own to shrink down your calves. To do the downward dog pose, lie on your stomach with your hands under your shoulders and your feet unflexed behind you. Use your hands to push yourself off the floor, shifting your weight to your heels while your hips move in the air. Your body should be making a reverse "V" shape, with your ears near your elbows and your heels as close to the floor as they can go.
Do Yoga. Though the downward facing dog pose is great for stretching out your calves, making yoga a part of your weekly exercise routine in general can help you stretch out your calves and tone them down. There are many yoga poses that target the calf muscle and stretch it out without adding tone or bulk to the calf. Here are some yoga poses that are especially helpful for stretching out those calves:
Do Pilates. Pilates is another great workout that is designed to not only build strength, but to improve your flexibility and focus. Pilates is a great workout that is traditionally done on an exercise mat, using a variety of apparatuses to help strengthen and stretch your body. Make Pilates a part of your weekly routine if you want to slim down, strengthen up, and reduce the size of those calves.
10-Minute Hips Workout
1. Standing Side Kick
Targets: Inner thighs, glutes, quadriceps, outer hips
2. Side Jump
Targets: Inner thighs, glutes, hamstrings, outer hips
3. Hip Raise
Targets: Hip flexors, outer hips, outer thighs, glutes
4. Traveling Squat-Kick
Targets: Thighs, glutes, quadriceps
5. Leg Raise
Targets: Outer thighs, glutes, hip flexors
hip stretching
For hip flexors and glutes
Starting out on all fours, cross your left leg under your body, so that you are almost resting on your left hip. Extend your right leg directly behind you [A]. Lower your upper body over your left leg, placing your forearms on the ground in front of you [B]. Hold for 30 seconds, then switch sides.
Take deep breaths to help yourself sink deeper into the stretch.
Outer Hip Stretch
Teaching Points
relaxing stretch
Half Happy Baby
Open Up Tight Hips
Tight hips seem to be a common problem for almost everybody — from runners to cyclists, from deskbound bloggers to dancers. Give this area a little extra love with this sequence of eight hip-opening stretches to increase your flexibility, reduce discomfort, and prevent injury. Try the series in the order listed here, or pick your favorites to incorporate into your workout routine.
Happy Baby
This calming hip opener also stretches your lower back.
Extended Wide Squat
This relaxing stretch targets both hips at once while opening up your lower back.
Open Lizard
The hip flexors, the muscles at the front of the hip, can become extremely tight just from sitting. This intense stretch targets that area as well as the outer hips.
Head to Knee
A popular stretch for runners, Head to Knee targets the hips and hamstrings while giving the back a nice stretch too.
pigeon 2
A basic yoga pose, Pigeon is one of the most effective hip openers because you can focus on one hip at a time.
arm - workout 2
Beginner: One-Arm Reverse Flye
What you'll need: A pair of 5- to 8-pound dumbbells and a mat
Targets: Shoulders, mid-back
Beginner: 21s
Targets: Biceps
Beginner: Triceps Kickback
Targets: Triceps
Intermediate: Hip Hinge with Reverse Flye
Targets: Shoulders, mid-back
Intermediate: Lunge and Curl
Targets: Biceps, glutes, legs
Advanced: Lateral Lift
Targets: Shoulders, glutes, outer thighs
Advanced: Squat with Weight Shif
Targets: Biceps, glutes, legs
arm - Workout
Toned Arms in 10 Minutes
Wrist Rotation
Fitness Focus: Shoulders, lower arms
Weighted Punch
Fitness Focus: Shoulders, biceps
The Aerobox
Fitness Focus: Shoulders
Mistake-Proof Your Workout
Poor form can sabotage your arm-toning routine by allowing other muscle groups to do all the work. See if you're cheating yourself out of results during these common arm exercises:
The Move: Biceps curl
The Cheat: Bending forward or backward at the waist makes it easy for momentum to take over.
Fix It: Do the move with your back against a wall.
The Move: Standing shoulder press
The Cheat: Many people bend their knees too much, then stand up to give themselves added power when pressing the weights overhead.
Fix It: Do the move seated instead.
The Move: Triceps push-down
The Cheat: If you draw your elbows behind you as you press the bar down, it shifts the effort off the triceps and onto the shoulders and lower chest muscles.
Fix It: Pin your elbows to your sides to prevent them from swaying back.
Hip workout 1.
Wide Stance Squats
Stand up tall with a wide stance — one step out from shoulder-width — and hold a dumbbell, kettlebell or water jug in between your legs. Draw your shoulders back, maintain a flat back, and slowly squat down until your quads are parallel with the floor.
Use your core and a strong lower back to resist hunching forward. Powerfully contract your butt, press through your hamstrings and heels, and return back up to start. Your heels drive the pressure — NOT your toes. Complete 3 sets, 12 reps.
Suitcase Deadlift and Lateral Step-Up
Stand to the right of a step with a heavy dumbbell in your right hand and squat until the weight is at your shin. As you stand, step to the left to plant your left foot on the step, quickly followed by your right foot so that you're standing on the step. Return to start. That's one rep. Do five, then switch sides and repeat. Rest for 60 to 90 seconds, then repeat for a total of two sets.
Single leg squats
Works: All muscles below the waist, including core, quadriceps, hamstrings and gluteals.
Standing with your legs shoulder-width apart, extend your left leg straight out in front of you, making sure your muscles are tensed and foot's flexed.
Extend your arms forward to counterbalance your body weight as you squat down with your right leg, pushing your body weight back as though you're going to sit down into a chair and exhale as you lower down.
Keep your core engaged throughout to support your back. Inhale and return to the start position, repeating 10 times.
Swap legs and do 10 more reps. Rest for 30 seconds, then perform a second set.
Donkey Kickbacks
A killer move that will torch calories as it works your core. Kneel on all fours, toes tucked under, keeping your back neutral. Draw your belly in toward your spine as you contract your abs and lift both knees about 2 inches off the ground.
Keeping abs engaged, bring right knee to nose (shown). Then kick right leg straight out behind you, squeezing your butt (shown); keep lower abs contracted and hips facing the ground to protect your back.
Repeat 8 times; switch legs and repeat.
Single Leg Deadlift
STEP 1: Grab two dumb bells, one barbell or a kettleball and start off standing with all your weight on your right leg.
STEP 2: Hold the weights down and in front of your legs and lift your left leg back at a 90-degree angle.
STEP 3: Then slowly hinge at your waist bringing the weights down towards your feet and your left foot back and towards the sky.
STEP 4: Keep your shoulders back and your back flat.
STEP 5: Slowly move back up to the starting position keeping your left leg off the ground until you have done all 20 reps. Then switch legs.
Ball workout
Diagonal reach with medicine ball
Functionality: When you reach for your boots on the top shelf of your closet, pay attention to how your body moves — one arm reaches up while the opposite leg slightly lifts to the side. This exercise works all the muscles — arms, shoulders, legs — involved in lifting something diagonally overhead as well as lowering it.
Exercise: Stand tall, holding a medicine ball at your chest with both hands. Lift the medicine ball diagonally overhead to the right, straightening your arms, while extending your left leg to the side, making a diagonal line from the medicine ball to your toes. Lower to start position. Repeat 10 to 15 times for each leg. Increase the weight of the medicine ball and strap 2- to 5-pound weights on your ankles as you get stronger.
BOSU four-point balance
This challenging move forces your mind to stay completely focused and your muscles to stay constantly engaged. Ntansah's tip for finding balance: Squeeze your glutes during each leg extension and pull your navel toward your spine.
To do it: Position your hands and knees on a BOSU (a). Slowly extend your left arm out in front of you and raise your right leg behind you, forming a straight line from your fingers to your toes (b). Hold for 10 to 15 seconds, then bring your arm and leg back to the BOSU. That's one rep. Rest for five seconds, then repeat with the other arm and leg. Alternate for 10 reps.
BOSU dynamic plank
Dynamic is the perfect way to describe this upper-body blast that works your triceps, chest, shoulders, and core.
To do it: Start in a pushup position, with your hands on a BOSU trainer and your feet hip-width apart (a). Lower your left forearm onto the BOSU(b), then your right, keeping your body in a straight line (c). Push back to the starting position, starting with your left hand. That's one rep; do 10 to 15. Rest for 15 seconds, then repeat, leading with your right arm. Keep alternating for two or three sets.
Stability-Ball Pullover
Rest your upper back on a stability ball and hold one end of a dumbbell directly over your chest, arms straight, knees bent, and feet flat on the floor (a). Keeping your arms straight and core tight, slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head until your upper arms are parallel to the floor (b). Pause, then slowly raise the dumbbell back to the starting position. That's one rep.
relax your back
opposing squat stretch
Open your legs past shoulderwidth and turn your toes slightly outward. Hold your waist tight and firm your bottom as you bend straight down inside your legs to place your hands on top of your knees.
Lift your pelvis and lengthen your spine. Inhale, press your right hand against your right knee, then exhale and turn your shoulders to look diagonally up and to your left. Breathe in and out 3 times. Stand up, then repeat the stretch to the other side.
lengthening side stretch
Stand with your arms above your head, and your feet about hip-width apart. Anchor your left foot downward as you grasp your left wrist with your right hand. Elongate and pull your wrist upward.
Inhale as you lift up, to the right, as though you were leaning over a fence. Stay, exhale, lengthen.
Then inhale, stay, then exhale and anchor the left foot again as you stretch back up to vertical, lengthening the waistline. Take the arms down. Repeat to the other side.
lengthening side stretch
Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Pull your navel into your spine, drop your tailbone, and
bend your knees slightly. Raise your right arm and pull your right middle finger to the ceiling.
Look down to the left and lean and pull the left middle finger toward the floor as you reach up with the right middle finger. Elongate the whole right side of the body. Lift the pelvis. Take 2 breaths and then return to center. Repeat on the other side. Return to center again.
elongating cat and camel
Start on all fours with your back flat in the tabletop position. Lengthen out from your tailbone as though you have a long tail. Then reach out through your head and tilt your chin and tailbone down at the same time. Round your back to look at your navel, like a scared cat.
Exhale and lengthen back to the tabletop, then look forward and arch your back like a camel by reaching up and out through your head. Feel as if your tailbone could reach the top of your head. Repeat the exercise 1 more time. Return to the tabletop position and relax.
pavana muktasana
The knees and thighs are pressed against the chest and belly in this asana. The gas trapped in the large intestine gets released in this asana. It is being used to foretell the strength and power of the wind from within.
It helps in passing the gas,which is blocked in your intestine. It creates space for fresh air in the body to create maximum utilization of the bodily resources. This improves the digestion system and helps have good motion.
leg workout
Side lying
Lie on right side, supported on elbow, legs long and slightly in front of body. Raise left leg to hip height, exhale to kick left leg forward and pulse, inhale, lengthen leg to back x 10 reps.
Add side support: Strengthen arm and shoulder position and extend both legs long in line with body, press body up to a side plank, hold for a slow count to 10.
Repeat on other side.
Perform 10 reps.
inner thigh leg lift
The inner thigh leg lift is another great, effective exercise that can be easily done at home with great results. To do this exercise, lay on your right side with your elbow on the ground and your head resting in your right hand. Extend both legs out on the ground, with your right leg firmly on the ground and your left leg stacked on top of it. Lift your left leg off the right, bend your knee, and place your left foot on the ground in front of your right leg. Take a few deep breath, and during exhalation, use the muscles in your inner thighs to lift your right leg off the ground towards the sky. Do 10 repetitions of this exercise and rest. Repeat the rep, and then perform the same exercise using your left leg.
scissor kicks
Llie on you back pressed against the floor with you arms fully extended at your sides, with palms face down. Lift your legs up so that your heels are about 6 inches off the ground with a slight bend at the knee. Now lift your left leg slightly higher while your right leg is lowered until the heel is about 2-3 inches from the ground. Alternate legs.
squat jacks
Stand with legs wide and toes pointed outward slightly. Bend your knees until your knees are over your ankles. Straighten your leg. 15 reps.
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There's nothing quite like the moment when you see their eyes light up as they open the perfect gift from you.
If you haven't bought your Valentine's gifts yet, time is running out. Especially if you're hoping to avoid the cliches, and make your Valentine's Day this year something to remember.
Don't worry, we compiled a pretty comprehensive list of ideas for every person in your life, from significant others to friends and family. The rest is up to you.
For The Short-Term Relationship
So you've been casually dating for a couple of months. But, now it's Valentine's Day, and you're in that "do we celebrate or not" phase. It's okay to do a little something special for that new person in your life without going over the top or freaking them out.
DIY "Favorites" Basket
Have you noticed that they always wear Burt's Bees chapstick or order lemon-flavored desserts when you go out to dinner? Notice the little things and put them together in a basket. Throw in a red rose or some chocolates to make it feel more like a V-Day gift. They most likely won't be expecting much, but this thoughtful gesture will for sure win you some extra brownie points.
Give Them a Treasure Hunt
Why just take your Valentine out to dinner when you can spice up the evening with a few twists and turns that will be sure to put a smile on their face. Here's an idea: hide a card under their car seat with romantic instructions on where to drive to continue the adventure. Send them to their favorite local coffee shop with a special order and tip your baristas generously to play along.
For a more affordable option, center the treasure hunt around the house. Give them the first card that can have a riddle or hint as to where the next card is hidden. Surprise them with the last card by either writing the address of the restaurant or even the coordinates of your backyard for a picnic.
Fitness Set
Whether you live at the gym or go every once in a while, most people want to feel good when they go. Get a Gymshark set for a unique but practical gift, so they can look good and feel good. Add a Kodiak Flapjack & Waffle Mix to the gift basket for fun, and if you're feeling super fit, think about an Orangetheory Fitness membership.
Check out Ticketmaster and StubHub for things going on in your area, and buy some tickets to a play, concert, or event. You can't go wrong with a fun time, and it will be a great memory, despite the length of the relationship. Don't forget to look at Groupon for other "things to do" around you!
For The Long-Term Relationship
"How many of these have we done again?" Don't let your Valentine's Day get repetitive year after year. Keep your significant other always guessing and excited for February 14th with these ideas:
Personalized Tasty Cookbook and Tasty Kit
For the Foodies out there, you're set up for success if you get them a Tasty Cookbook or a Tasty Kit. Customize their cookbook with seven different sections based on their personal tastes and interests for $24. After choosing your categories, you have the option of writing a personal message on the inside page. Tasty also sells three different kits: the baking kit, the cooking kit, and the pizza kit; they are all $59.99 and come with 7-9 essential utensils.
DIY Date Night Jenga
Break the stereotypical "flowers and chocolate" routine with a gift that can add some excitement to date night. Buy a Jenga set, and make a list of loving questions, declarations or dares. Include activities such as "I love you because..," "Plan a weekend trip," and "Give them kisses." With a fine-point pen, write a different activity on each block. Stack the blocks and wrap it up in the original box. Watch with excitement when they realize it has a fun twist.
Plan a Weekend Getaway
Who says that traveling has to cost a fortune? Google Flights can be a lifesaver, especially when it comes to spontaneous weekend trips. One of the best features of Google Flights is the fare calendar that will show you the lowest prices for any given day. Use these tips and tricks to get the best bang for your buck in the most ideal vacation spot! If you don't already have an account, Hotels.com is an excellent way to rack up travel rewards. Many of the bookings are flexible, and you don't have to pay any crazy fees. For the nature-lovers, plan a weekend camping trip or "glamping." Make s'mores, stargaze, hike some trails, and enjoy time together.
Craft Beer & Girl Scout Cookies
Pick up their favorite craft beer and a couple boxes of Girl Scout Cookies. Use this Girl Scout Cookie locator to track your favorite ones! February is the prime season to get your cookies, and beer complements them well. Put together a flight of different beers and place the cookies next to the corresponding pairing. Don't have a beer paddle set? Get one here, or do it yourself! If they're more into bourbon, it also pairs well with Girl Scout cookies.
Get Them A Meaningful Subscription Box
You know them like the back of your hand at this point. Surprise them with a subscription to products tailored toward their interests. Are they passionate about their faith? Love wine? Sports fanatic? Make-up addict? Oreo-lover? For more subscription boxes, check out this ultimate list.
For The Platonics
Who says Valentine's Day is all about celebrating your partner? It's all about celebrating the people you care about. Check out these recommendations for the most cherished individuals in your life:
There's nothing sweeter than that split moment when kids are being little darlings instead of pulling the dog's tail or repainting your walls. Make them a DIY Valentine's Wheel with rewards to celebrate when they're on their best behavior or if you have free time on a weekend. Incorporate activities like "you choose the movie," game night, build a fort, play dress-up or go on a hike. The kids will love the adventure and quality time spent together. It's a win-win in our book.
Chances are your mom likes lovely gifts, but she loves spending quality time with you more. Something as simple as taking her out for mani/pedis, shopping or even cooking a homemade meal together will go a long way.
After dealing with your sassy teenage years, your mom deserves an endless supply of wine. Probably not in the budget, huh? Get her this wine "glass" or take her to a local wine and paint class. You don't need to be 21 or drink to participate, and you two can create some masterpieces together!
Is he an outdoorsy dad or more of an urban dad? BBQ master or football fanatic? Upgrade his grill game with some unique BBQ sauces or a recycled hockey stick grill tong set. Or choose the more sentimental approach and take him on an outing or adventure just for the two of you.
Visit them. It might sound "duh…", but FaceTime is not only a handy iOS feature – it is also significant to the older generations. Bring them flowers, a photo of you together, or even better – a Fracture!
Best Friend
If you slacked during the holiday to get your bestie something special, make it up to them on Galentine's Day. Say thanks to your BFF for all those late night phone calls, motivational texts and memes that always make you feel 10x better. For the ultimate bestie gift list, check out these ideas. If you're trying to spend the time with them, Valentine's Day movies are never a rarity, and your enjoyment of them shouldn't be either. Plus, popcorn.
You could always cuddle with a Ben and Jerry's pint and watch Breakfast at Tiffany's by yourself. Sad ending, you say? Perhaps. Don't get us wrong – we're big fans of romance, but remember to celebrate love of all kinds this Valentine's Day! Or just use it as another excuse to buy those pair of shoes you've been eyeing for months.

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Well, that was an odd dream.
Last night I dreamed about my dear friend R. She just turned up…somewhere – my house? Or were we riding in her car (that red Saturn coupe?) Or were we in our law school apartment, with the ridiculous purple curtains? But it was just like old times.
She was laughing and happy, her hair was chin-length and shiny, and her makeup was perfect, as always. Dark lipstick, big smile, hands gesturing rapidly as she spoke, the stone of her engagement ring winking in the light. We talked, laughed, but something was nagging at the back of my mind… until finally, I remembered.
"I think I need to tell you something. You…died. You're gone."
She laughed at me. "Oh, that." She shrugged, as though I'd told her she had lipstick on her teeth.
"I mean, I am so happy to see you but… you aren't supposed to be here."
Another laugh, a smile, a pat on the arm (she was so tactile, always linking her arm through mine like an L.M. Montgomery character!) "I know!"
And then I woke up.
I've never put much stock in my dreams, and often barely remember them, but she was different. In high school and later, R would recount her crazy dreams at length and we'd pick them apart. "So what do you think that means?" I have tears in my eyes writing this. I think I know. I miss you, and I love you, too.


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As happens every year, I am working today, Presidents' Day, and my staff has the day off. I wish my staff a great three-day weekend. My staff will be back in the office saddle tomorrow.


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NPP > JOURNALS > OZ > Vol. 39 (2017)
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Patkau Architects; Wenger
Patkau Architects, over the past few years, has initiated and pursued a series of experimental projects. The results are broadly varied in appearance, but are nonetheless unified by an effort to discover formal and structural identities through playful work with materials. That work was recently collected and published under the title Material Operations,identifying the procedural continuity.
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At first I didn't even notice the slippers my Facebook feed kept throwing at me. Over a casual Friday night dinner, a friend mentioned she keeps getting these self-proclaimed "cool" slippers as sponsored ads in her Facebook feed too.
What else was she getting?
Anthony Robbins ads. Tick. So was I. And a supermarket shopping ad. Tick. Tick. She also had wrinkle treatments. I was getting an appliance review website instead. I think I would have preferred the wrinkle treatments.
'How weird', we thought so utterly naively over some wine and corn chips. 'We are getting mostly the same ads.'
The following Monday a colleague at work around my age started talking about the slippers popping up on her feed.
"I get them too!" I said, rather too excitedly for an off-hand comment about slippers. "So does my friend. They're everywhere."
"Do you get them?" I asked a millennial colleague. She looked at me blankly. I ended up showing her the slippers as though that might jog her memory.
"I've never seen those slippers in my life."
She wasn't a witness in a murder trial, she just wasn't over 40 yet.
Facebook has me and every other woman I know over 40 in a little box. And that box has scrawled on the top FOR OVER 40s. THEY WEAR SLIPPERS.
Then there are other things Facebook knows about me. It knows I have reached some existential - or let's just call it for what it is, Am I wasting my life stage? How did I get here? Surely I was meant to be special by now - stage. Enter international life coach American mega man, Anthony Robbins. I swear I have been invited to every talk in the world that he is speaking at. I can get you a good deal if you want to go.
Coles also keeps me informed on mince meat specials and when toothpaste is 30 per cent off.
Does Facebook really know who I am? I like to think not, but I'm also starting to think I might go and see Anthony Robbins and maybe I should try online grocery shopping.
Listen: Mamamia Out Loud discusses the issue of mildly offensive Facebook ads. (Post continues after audio.)


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By SUNEZ
J-Love is a classical Hip Hop musician–a DJ, a Producer and an MC. Emerging into fame through his mixtapes he reinvigorated collections with the best finds of the day in an 00's decade of triumphant filth. He regenerated and honored our favorite MCs (i.e. Rakim, G Rap, BIG PUN) with a catalog of their rarities that no one else had in their care to such depth. He even gave us exclusives when he offered his own grimy productions for the illest MC greats (i.e. RZA, Large Professor, etc.). Then his tapes became a forum for all these MCs we are heralding today. From the promoting of Cormega in the said ways to introducing Meyhem Lauren and more and more great collabs with Large Professor the list is joyously lengthy. J-Love is a friend to the ill MC. While J has released countless MC mixtapes with original material, his 2010 Egotistical Maniac and last year's Most Interesting Man Alive leading to Pardon are really where he is starting to make complete packages of original material. Finally a friend to himself further developing and displaying his own MC abilities.
As an MC, J is ever developing. He has massive bravado with rep in all corners of Hip Hop from the elements to the street corners through the industries above and below. His greatest attributes are his intensity and the sincerity in content. His dexterity is limited lyrically but is increasing vocally in pacing flows and punctuation. On this third album, Pardon the Intrusion, his template is securely in place and doesn't deviate. Tough breaks, chopped up crates, raw battle raps with heavy features of some of the best MCs we know of or need to know more of. Last year's LP was an effort filled with more personal details whereas this one is more of a period piece of the last few months-his best tracks out of the basement. A simple concept that lets us indulge the crack addictive function his work serves.
As a DJ/Producer of many his feature albums are a welcome highlight but he has the talent and experience to rhyme introspectively and storied. On future works, it may be the highlight as he powerfully displays his true worth in angry simplicity (i.e. title cut), confident menace ("Its Love") or victorious resume ("Project Them Vocals") throughout. After three full decades of rap wax mixing and diluting it's rare to hear Kingpin raps that have merit from a lieutenant in the fields. The real talk point is that J-Love's declarations of hardcore over soft shit are more and more vital the worse the cipher gets. And for the listener, much more respected and appreciated.
The epitome of General Thirstin Howl's call for a Lo Life flood, Boricua J-Love's growing album catalog are immediate bursts of energy that stay on repeat with little wait for his next work. His beatwork, like his legendary colleague Large Professor, is a mastery of the deep bass drum thuds, crisp snare work and melodically fluid sample work. Over them he rhymes with a natural purity that is becoming a rarity. If he hones his content to use his life more than just a battle declaration he can develop concepts and themes in song like the great MCs he has been the greatest friend to.


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B.A., Moody Bible Institute, M.Div., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, D.Min., Bethel Theological Seminary,
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Hobbies include hunting and mountain biking.
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Millions of Americans are Unknowingly Bailing out Coal-Fired Power Plants
Consumers paying an extra $1 billion per year for coal power when utilities could tap cheaper renewables on grid
WASHINGTON - Electricity customers in four competitive power markets paid at least $1 billion per year more than they needed to pay for their electricity over each of the last three years because utilities sold them power from their own coal-fired plants instead of from cheaper power sources on the grid, according to a study released today by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS).
"Every month, millions of consumers are unwittingly bailing out coal-fired power plants," said Joe Daniel, study author and senior energy analyst at UCS, who will present his findings today at the United States Association for Energy Economics annual conference. "When utilities started selling power on the open market, they did so voluntarily. In fact, some had to jump through hoops to do so. But now they seem unwilling to take advantage of the low prices in the markets they joined."
Market rules are generally designed to reduce risk and financial burden for customers. In addition, these utilities often have a "least cost" obligation, meaning they are supposed to provide electricity to retail customers at the lowest reasonable price.
"If energy on the market can be purchased at a lower cost than operating the coal plants they own then they should buy that power and resell it to their customers," said Daniel. "But what my analysis found was that utilities are often depriving ratepayers of access to the lower cost, often cleaner power. Instead, they are selling customers electricity from their own, more expensive coal plants instead."
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Daniel's study looked at the electricity that was provided on an hourly basis over a three-year period, from 2015 through 2017 in four markets that span from New Jersey to North Dakota and from Texas to Virginia. The markets studied include: the Electricity Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), PJM, and the Southwest Power Pool (SPP).
He found that electricity providers without captive customers were more likely to operate in a more economically rational manner by providing their customers with the lowest-cost electricity available. But providers that did have captive customers, or ratepayers forced to use their service, behaved markedly differently. (To see the top 15 worst power plants, see Daniel's blog "The Coal Bailout Nobody is Talking About.")
"This practice is unacceptable and should not be tolerated," said Daniel. "Customers are being ripped off while cleaner and cheaper sources of energy are being crowded out because utilities are forcing customers to subsidize coal plants. What this study shows is that, in essence, customers are paying extra to put more global warming emissions into the atmosphere."
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Today was a big day – a REALLY big Day. Today (Saturday) we celebrated my baby girl's 5th birthday. Allie has grown up so much and we never knew whether we would see this day or not. I know that some get tired of hearing other people talk about their children and if that is you feel free to hit the delete key. Anyway, we had a busy day. It was predicted that we have thunder storms all day and when we got up it was raining. We had planned to have the party outside since the long range forecast did not mention rain, but things changed. We all prayed that things would clear before party time.
Allie is a Frozen fanatic so we had a Frozen birthday. It is all we have heard about since she saw the movie. For the last month she has told everyone that she talked to that she was having a Frozen party. We ended up having about 35 people, mostly adults. We had wall hangings of Anna, Elsa and Olaf. We had Pin the Nose on Olaf game. We had Frozen necklaces and Anna/Elsa centerpieces. And, we had a Frozen piñata filled with chocolate. Oh, and we were supposed to grill out.
Our prayers about the weather were answered. Just before noon it stopped raining and the skies cleared up. The humidity spiked but by party time it was really nice outside.
After about an hour we were mostly through with eating, but not quite ready for cupcakes. Suddenly, we had a visitor. My wife had arranged for Queen Elsa to stop by and spend some time with the girls. Allie screamed as soon as she saw who it was. The closer she came the more excited Allie got and the louder she got. Queen Elsa played games and made crowns and took lots of pictures with the girls.
We tried to get my grandson to join in but he didn't like princesses. He wanted to make a crown, but there was no way he was going to be seen with a princess. He is almost 4. After they moved on to the next thing he took time to sit and make his own crown.
Elsa stayed about an hour and the party started to dwindle down. The excitement lingered for several more hours. Now we have cleanup and thank you notes. Yes, we still believe children should write thank you notes. This birthday will be one long remembered.
We received another blessing this week too. This past Saturday was the Bookmarks Festival in Winston-Salem, NC. The book that Allie helped me write, Olivia's Sweet Adventure was released at the festival. Since that day she has read the book twice a day and carries it everywhere she goes.
Through all of this I've come to realize that life is not about things. Things break. Memories last forever. I think Allie stored a lot of treasures today.
***John E. Stack is the author of Cody's Almost Trip to the Zoo, Cody's Rescue Trip at the Zoo and Olivia's Sweet Adventure (co-authored with Allie). These can be purchased from Second Wind Publishing or on Amazon.


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Thursday, October 3, 2019
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM EDT
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Thursday, October 3, 2019
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Life Story / Obituary
Mr. Robert W. Struik, age 85, of Grand Rapids, entered into eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on Sunday September 29, 2019. Bob was born in Grand Rapids on November 6, 1933 to Walter H. Struik and Genevieve Haaksema-Struik. Bob is a retired employee of the United States Postal Service. Bob was preceded in death by his twin brother Phillip at birth; his sisters Jean Weiss and Grace Lowe. Bob is survived by his wife Barbara; his children Linda & Paul Campbell, Kevin & Sandra Struik; grandchildren Maggie & Aaron Lee, Ross Campbell & fiancée Kelly Ricks, Mitchel & Kayla Campbell, Jennifer & Aaron Fillenworth, Jason & Kate Reynolds, Matt & Carri Reynolds; four great-grandchildren. Also surviving is his sister and brother-in-law Lois & Norwin Steigenga, brother and sister-in-law Bill & Char Struik. A service of thanksgiving and to remember Bob's life will be held on Thursday October 3, 2019 at 1:30 PM at Van Strien Creston Chapel, 1833 Plainfield NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505. Relatives and Friends can meet with Bob's family at the chapel one hour (12:30) prior to the service on Thursday. Contributions in Bob's memory may be made to Third Reformed Building Fund are appreciated. Please visit www.Heritagelifestory.com to sign his guest book or leave a favorite memory of Bob.


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Organizing for the Faith Formation of Adults
To make adult faith formation most effective, certain roles of leadership and corresponding pastoral structures are critical. These roles constitute a ministerial infrastructure that we believe is necessary to sustain a healthy parish practice of adult faith formation. [Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us, #124]
Each parish should have a designated catechetical leader and an adult faith formation team responsible for the faith formation needs of adults. [Archdiocese of Cincinnati policy # 2201.01]
Each parish will designate an adult formation leader—authorized by the pastor and personally involved in ongoing formation—to assume primary responsibility for implementing the ministry of adult faith formation. [Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us, #135]
See Chapter 4 of Nurturing Adult Faith: A Manual for Parish Leaders available from the Office of Evangelization and Catechesis, 2002 or National Conference for Catechetical Leadership (NCCL) for more details.
- Adult Faith Formation Leader/Coordinator
- One person is responsible for implementing adult faith formation
- Adult Faith Formation Team
- Standing core group of leaders commissioned by the parish to implement adult faith formation [a sample role description for a team]
- Parish Staff
- Parish staff is responsible for implementing adult faith formation
- Existing Parish Groups
- Existing parish groups implement adult faith formation initiatives
- Ad Hoc Committee
- Members of the parish come together to address a specific need for adult faith formation
Nurturing Adult Faith: A Manual for Parish Leaders, Archdiocese of Cincinnati, Office of Evangelization and Catechesis, 2002. [Also published by the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership, Washington, DC]
For more information and guidance in planning, contact the Office of Evangelization and Catechesis. Cincinnati: Mary Montour, Dayton: Chris Kreger, Sidney: Denise Warnecke


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Our latest photo report brings us to Disney's Hollywood Studios as it prepares for the opening of the most anticipated theme park addition of all-time, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, in just about a year's time (roughly).
Welcome(?) to Hollywood
The new parking entrance for guest vehicles is nearing completion, the roadways leading to it seem to be most of the hold-up at this point. Once this is complete, cars will only be able to enter through this new entrance. The existing car entrances will close to guests, with resort buses using Buena Vista Drive.
Even if you show up relatively early, you may find yourself miles from the park with the ongoing parking lot construction.
If you thought the last 2 years of construction inside of the park was bad, prepare yourself to actually walk through an active construction site upon arrival.
The new bus loop is still far from done, as is the Disney Skyliner. Eventually, most guests will arrive through this area and walk through a new security checkpoint.
It looks like it will be a good while until a bus is ever able to enter this set of new loops.
The Skyliner building appears to be the furthest thing along, but there's another building next door that has gone up fast. We're unsure what it is, but we're guessing transportation offices or restrooms for the bus loop area.
A reader was nice enough to send in some photos of a Skyliner gondola actually sitting in the Hollywood Studios station. They are making sure that the cars actually fit on the track section inside of the station since it's pretty much complete here.
The station itself looks deceivingly closer to opening than the rest of the stations at this point. We're doubtful we'll see any movement or testing until 2019.
Most of the old bus loop has been destroyed and my beloved show girl Coke vending machines have vanished. Where have they gone? Where must I go to save them from destruction?
The old bus loop is now a barren wasteland, but thankfully Disney got a pink cement truck to brighten up the area. They're always thinking of their guests and their experience.
Don't worry, they're still updating the advertisements out on the set of Mad Max: Fury Road (AKA the parking lot).
Here we see construction workers out on top of the shade structures in the new bus loops.
We spotted a Disney Vacation Club van featuring artwork for Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway, opening next year. A strange thing to have so early, but maybe they just liked the artwork for the vans?
Oh My God, We Made It Into the Park
Through the fire and brimstone, we somehow make it inside, only to find construction walls have now taken over quite a few shops. Adrian and Edith's Head to Toe on Hollywood Boulevard is currently closed to be remodeled.
The usual passage into the store is closed off from inside Celebrity 5 & 10.
Work continues on Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway, but I guess you could just ride the DVC van if you can't wait until 2019.
Sunset Seasons Greetings
Prep work for the upgraded Sunset Seasons Greetings has begun, including the installation of the new lasers in front of the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.
It's either laser work or the Disney Skyliner will also connect to this hotel. One can never be too sure.
This and That
A portion of the outdoor seating area at Backlot Express is behind walls.
A number of long-running Streetmosphere characters will have their final day on September 29th, 2018 thanks to the latest string of entertainment budget cuts.
The lavish window Displays for the Reel Vogue store on Sunset Boulevard were stripped down quite a bit. They're now pretty plain and just feature movie posters (although I do like the wallpaper in the background). Stories from cast say that Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek feels that many stores at the parks are too cluttered with theme and it makes it hard to see the merchandise. I don't know about you, but I'm getting pretty tired of shopping in plain white stores with the same 15 or so items in them. Hopefully merchandise sales are reflecting these negative changes. We go to the parks to be immersed, we can go to Walmart at home.
In some now-rare positive news out of Hollywood Studios, Legends of Hollywood on Sunset Boulevard has finally been stripped of Star Wars merchandise and has returned to its former look. It's great to see the classic cartoon posters back!
The store now sells Halloween and Mickey themed merchandise items.
Perhaps the store is getting ready for Mickey's 90th birthday as award statues featuring the mouse in his most famous roles now adorn most fixtures.
There is one corner of Star Wars items remaining, but that's it.
Solo merchandise sales were pretty terrible, most likely what is prompting Disney to scale back on the number of shops with Star Wars items.
Speaking of Star Wars merchandise, Tatooine Traders at the exit of Star Tours is being remodeled, seemingly being stripped of the movie set theme. Only time will tell.
Here you see what guests think of the new barren walls.
Hopefully the new theme won't be similar to the new World of Disney store.
Speaking of stores being destroyed, the front section of the Stage 1 Company Store near MuppetVision 3-D finally reopened this week. Remember how it was themed to the set from Muppet Babies? Are you aware that Muppet Babies is now back on the air with a new series? You are? Because apparently Disney has no idea that they're producing that show.
They couldn't be bothered to pull the temporary decals off the windows and they slapped the logo decals over them.
The interior is now completely barren. Gone is the carpet, the trademark window from Muppet Babies covered, and every original prop ripped out. Why?
WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYY? I know this is a particularly negative photo report, but it really can't be helped. I don't understand what has suddenly happened to force the company to decimate any remaining theme in this park or to deem that the current parking lot is an environment that a guest should walk through. I'm OK with change, but not when the change is to nothing. You have re-themed a store that is now connected to a current television show to nothing. There is no theme. Maybe the theme is white and beige? Either way, what the hell is going on in this park the last two years? I'll often ask close friends if they think I'm being unreasonable feeling this negative about all of the recent changes at Hollywood Studios, but they all say that they agree. Hopefully you feel the same.
Walt Disney Presents Mary Poppins
The Jolly Holiday dress from Mary Poppins is now on display at Walt Disney Presents. Expect it to vanish on October 5th for the Nutcracker and the Four Realms preview, but return for a Mary Poppins Return preview later this year.
Toy Story Land Gets Metal
You probably remember our now infamous story of the plastic fences in Toy Story Land. The fences were deemed dangerous and had to be covered with wood board for a while. Thankfully, Disney has "splurged" on metal fences now and all of the views in Toy Story Land are back to normal.
Walls now surround the former home of the face painting kiosk near PIXAR Place.
This poor Joffrey's kiosk was already kind of hidden, now it's pretty much invisible to guests entering Toy Story Land. They added a sign so you know it's there.
What was wrong with the existing Restroom sign? Why did they need to change it when Toy Story Land opened?
In January 2019, PIXAR Place will be resurrected as Metroville from The Incredibles, so it's no longer set to be just a backstage area. I guess they could have skipped the gate they just built…


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Home decors will add an amazing look to your home at the beginning when time moves on it will start gathering dust and dirt. In the same way, your couch or sofa will get discolored because of the accumulation of dirt or dust. Maintaining the cleanliness of the furniture is very important to lead dust free and healthy life.
When pathogens and pollutants are removed from theU it results in clean upholstery and extends the life of the furniture. If your furniture is clean and tidy, you will get a healthier and happier family environment.
Reasons to clean the furniture
Couch or sofa is the highly used places while relaxing, watching TV or eating food people love to do it by sitting on the sofa. The body oils and dust from the hands will easily sit on the sofa together with you. Even the dirt and air pollutants will easily accumulate on the sofa surfaces easily.
If you have pets and kids, dust, pet hair and dander will easily settle on the sofa, in this case, your sofa or couch will have great chances of getting dirt and discolored easily. If you leave all these stains without cleaning it will definitely become a permanent stain and very difficult to remove even on the hands of professionals. Maintaining the sofa or couch with regular Upholstery Cleaning will extremely keep you furniture good looking and extends the life of the furniture.
Benefits of steam cleaning
Steam cleaning is the powerful method of cleaning that effectively fights the dust mites and microbes that exists on your furniture. Steam clean is the best alternative for toxic and harmful chemicals as steam is highly safe and doesn't harm the furniture as well as your health.
Steam will never leave any toxic residues while cleaning, so you are free from health risks caused due to using chemical cleaning products. Steam is powerful and kills the harmful pathogens easily that could damage the fabrics. While you choose steam cleaning no need to worry about your family environment and health as this is very natural and creates no harm.
The peril of do-it-yourself
If you are really ready to tackle the furniture on your own just think once again and consider the issues before you reach the rental store. So many steam cleaning rental stores exist in your cit, you have to consider some conditions before you decide to pursue the do-it-yourself path.
The flow of water highly differs in the do-it-yourself equipment, and this will result in deep penetration of moisture into the fabric fibers. In this case, your furniture will get heavily saturated with water, so it will take a long time to get dry. In between, there is a high chance for mildew to settle on the furniture. This could easily destroy your furniture. When you hire a professional they know how to handle the furniture according to its quality and nature. Professionals handle the work perfectly by using higher quality products and equipment.
The high powered steamers will effectively clean the dirt settled in the fabric and gives amazing results. Take professional help in cleaning the furniture this protect your income as well as extends the life of the furniture.


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Ben Manning has known for quite some time that he wants to be a teacher. His education career has been given a boost thanks to a prestigious honor.
A 2017 graduate of Michigan Technological University has been named a Georgia Teaching Fellow by the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation. Ben Manning is one of 63 Teaching Fellows announced June 29 by Georgia Governor Nathan Deal and Arthur Levin, president of the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation.
The highly competitive program recruits recent graduates, and those interested in changing careers, with strong backgrounds in the STEM fields, and prepares them specifically to teach in high-need secondary schools.
Manning, a physics major from De Pere, Wisconsin, will attend Piedmont College, a liberal arts college in Demorrest, Georgia. Piedmont is one of the five Georgia educational institutions hosting the program for the third year.
Manning says knew he wanted to be a teacher early on and found out about the Woodrow Wilson fellowship while he was working on his teaching certification at Michigan Tech. "The faculty in the physics department knew about my choice to become a teacher and were very supportive of that decision." He says Physics Department Chair Ravi Pandey and other faculty in the department introduced him to the fellowship. "Teaching has always been a passion of mine, and the fellowship seemed like a good and unique way to continue making what I enjoy into a passion."
"I am very passionate about sharing my enjoyment for learning and discovery with future generations ..."
While at Michigan Tech, Manning was a tutor in physics and computer science. a teaching assistant and lab manager in physics and an outreach specialist in the science lab. An Eagle Scout, he served as a training coordinator and volunteer for the Michigan Tech Search and Rescue and treasurer of the campus Physics organization.
Manning says the best way he can help in the progress of science and technology in society is by pursuing the teaching profession in his chosen field, physics.
"I am very passionate about sharing my enjoyment for learning and discovery with future generations, and I hope this passion will spread to my students. We need to develop new scientists and engineers who will be able to address issues and questions of our future society."
Manning will receive $30,000 to complete a specially designed, cutting-edge master's program based on a yearlong classroom experience. In return he is committed to teach for three years in urban and rural Georgia schools that most need strong STEM teachers.
Manning says the master's program he is undertaking is "pretty unique when compared to most teaching certification programs."
"The program requires the students to be co-teaching in a high school for an entire academic year, including pre-planning and post-planning processes," he explains. "On top of this, there is still course work that needs to be done. This helps simulate how teachers are constantly taking new content courses and furthering their own education while helping their students do the same."
Manning will conduct his co-teaching at Sims Academy of Innovation and Technology in Winder, Georgia.
Through the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship program, the Woodrow Wilson Foundation will contribute to the University System of Georgia's initiative to produce 20,000 new teachers by 2020.
Michigan Technological University is a public research university, home to more than 7,000 students from 54 countries. Founded in 1885, the University offers more than 120 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in science and technology, engineering, forestry, business and economics, health professions, humanities, mathematics, and social sciences. Our campus in Michigan's Upper Peninsula overlooks the Keweenaw Waterway and is just a few miles from Lake Superior.


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As South Texas Regional Coordinator for Texas Baptists, Elizabeth Biedrzycki works to engage with millennials. She has a passion for emerging generations and leaders and is often on the field, pioneering new work to see generational outreach and transformation.
In order to equip young leaders, Elizabeth spearheaded a new gathering, the Horizon Council, this past year. This council is made up of emerging young leaders who seek to address the future work of Texas Baptists. The chairman of the council, Abraham Quinones, said, "We love being part of Texas Baptists life. We are proud of it. We want to move together into the future of what the church will be and can be."
Our church's gifts through the Cooperative Program support Elizabeth's work of engaging young leaders. Join me in praying for her work across the state, that she would be able to reach struggling generations and the churches reaching out to them.
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If you are looking at continuing your Accountancy studies after completing your AAT qualification there are a few options available. Here is some further information about three of those options…
ATT (The Association of Taxation Technicians)
A fantastic option for those looking to specialise in Tax such as Compliance or Tax Consultancy. Careers in Tax are often fast-paced and suited to those who like problem-solving within accounting. This qualification will give the individuals the knowledge and practical skills needed to be competent within the private, commerce, government and academic industries. Members of ATT must commit to high standards through professional conduct and knowledge updates with any changes legislation. This is therefore highly recognised by employers.
You can find out more about choosing an ATT career in Tax here.
CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants)
A great option for those looking to go on to become a Chartered Accountant which will also prepare you for a business leadership role. It will give you the ability to take on a broader range of roles which contribute towards shaping the business in relation to strategic decisions and final decisions. This includes positions such as Financial Controller, Operations Manager, and even Managing Director. If you have completed the AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting you will also gain exemptions with CIMA from the Certificate level and can start to direct onto the Professional Level, not only that but you will also get 50% off your full AAT membership for the duration you are studying CIMA!
You can find out more about progressing to CIMA here.
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
An excellent qualification for those inspiring to become a Chartered Accountant, especially those looking at focusing more on Auditing and Compliance. ACCA focuses more on financial assessment then management strategies. It is highly recognised by employers for professional and ethical members. It is equivalent to a masters degree so although it is hard work it will certainly pay off by adding to the skills already gained from AAT putting you on the pathway to a thriving career in Accountancy. This can include positions such as Personal Banking Advisor and Financial Analyst. If you have completed the AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting you will also gain exemptions with ACCA for papers F1-F3.
You can find out more about progressing to ACCA here.
Check out this video from the AAT on dual memberships if you wish to complete further studies to be a chartered accountant and maintain your AAT membership:
If you would like any information on getting started with your AAT studies and starting your Accounting career today you can call our Course Advisor Team on 01469 515444.


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Wanaka Wonderland: Heli-Skiing New Zealand
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Powerful Stride, Small Footprint
In 2020, World Expeditions will celebrate 45 years of providing sustainable adventure experiences around the world. In our age of increasing urbanisation, environmental destruction and loss of adventurous opportunity, the company remains true to their founding philosophy of blending genuine life-changing adventure in stunning destinations with proactive preservation of the people, animals and environments that make those destinations so special in the first place.Read More


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Estimating for new carpet may seem confusing. Most rooms aren't perfect rectangles, so it's hard to measure. Then when you go shopping, some prices are in square feet, some are in square yards. And what about padding and installation? How do you know if you're comparing apples to apples?Help is here! With a little homework before (or after) you head for the store, you can simplify the process and carpet shop like a pro!
Your flooring retailer is your friendCall and make an appointment with our team for a professional measurement.You'll want the measurement of the space to be carpeted as well as an estimate of the total amount of carpet you will need.Compare footage to yardageSome carpet is sold by the square yard. There are nine square feet in a square yard. So if you have a measurement in square feet, you can easily convert to square yards by dividing by nine. If you are looking at a square-yard price and want to know the price per square foot, also divide by nine. See, you can do this!
So now that you know roughly how much carpet you need, all you have to do is multiply the carpet price by the area and presto, you know how much the project will cost, right? WRONG! There are a few additional costs to consider.Your flooring retailer is your friend.Yes, we said that already, but it's worth repeating. We're here to help you plan your project from budgeting to product selection and on to installation, including additional materials needed like padding or underlayment.Talk openly with us about any unforeseen costs your installation job may require so that you can create a more dependable estimate. Let us know if you'll expect us to install trim and transition pieces and touch up paint.Estimate padding and installation Padding and installation may not be the beautiful, exciting part of the carpet buying process, but they are vital to a successful carpeting project. Padding can make a carpet feel completely different under foot, help it perform better, and make it last longer. And many carpet warranties require both padding and professional installation. Be sure to read the fine print before you make any final decisions.If you're comparing prices, figure the total cost of carpet for your estimated square footage, then add the cost of padding and installation so you can compare apples to apples.Subfloor issuesAnother hidden cost may be lurking under your current flooring. Subflooring issues can occasionally add hefty costs to flooring projects. Although carpet is one of the most forgiving flooring types when it comes to subfloor condition, you don't want to be caught off guard.Walk around the areas to be carpeted. If you notice any spots that feel raised or that sag under foot, you should have them checked out before you plan your carpeting project. Water damage, failing joists and other issues can make your schedule and budget fluctuate, especially if they're discovered too late.Helpful hintWaking up on installation day to learn that you've completely blown your budget on flooring is a surefire way to take the fun out of any home renovation project. Take the time to do your homework and piece together a best-guess estimate for the final cost of your entire flooring project before you make a purchase. That will help ensure that you don't encounter unhappy surprises.Once installation gets underway, it's late to switch gears, so make sure to thoughtfully estimate cost ahead of your purchase. If necessary, you'll have plenty of time to halt the process and consider more affordable options.
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Said Mohamed Djohar
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Said Mohammed Djohar (Arabic: سعيد محمد جوهر 22 August 1919 – 22 February 2006)[1] was a Comorian politician who served as the 4th President of the Comoros during the 1990s.
Climb to powerEdit
Born in Majunga, Madagascar, Djohar was the half brother of socialist Comorian president Ali Soilih, who had been brought to power in a coup d'état organised by Bob Denard. After Denard reinstated the previous president, Ahmed Abdallah, Djohar's political aspirations suffered a serious setback. He became a supreme court judge during this time. The conflict between Denard and Abdallah created an opportunity for Djohar, and on November 27, 1989, the day after Abdallah was killed, Djohar became leader of the provisional government as well as head of the board of directors of the African International Bank.
In late September 1995, during Operation Azalee the government of the Comoros was again overthrown by Bob Denard and his band of mercenaries, with Djohar being held prisoner in military barracks for several days. The French government flew him to Réunion for 'medical treatment', and denied him a return to the Comoros until January 1996. When he was able to return, he was restored to the presidency. He left office in March 1996, after Mohamed Taki Abdoulkarim won the presidential election.
Djohar died at his home outside the capital Moroni on 22 February 2006. He was 87 years of age.
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Haribon Chebani
| President of the Comoros
|Succeeded by
Combo Ayouba
|Preceded by
Caabi El-Yachroutu Mohamed
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The story of Claire Randall, a married combat nurse from 1945 who is mysteriously swept back in time to 1743, where she is immediately thrown into an unknown world where her life is threatened. When she is forced to marry Jamie, a chivalrous and romantic young Scottish warrior, a passionate affair is ignited that tears Claire's heart between two vastly different men in two irreconcilable lives.
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In a world populated by anthropomorphic animals, herbivores and carnivores coexist with each other. For the adolescences of Cherryton Academy, school life is filled with hope, romance, distrust, and uneasiness. The main character is Legoshi the wolf, a member of the drama club. Despite his menacing appearance, he has a very gentle heart. Throughout most of his life, he has always been an object of fear and hatred by other animals, and he's been quite accustomed to that lifestyle. But soon, he finds himself becoming more involved with his fellow classmates who have their own share of insecurities and finds his life in school changing slowly.


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1st Governor of Russian Somaliland
|Position created
|Vasily Ivanov
|21 February 1854
Penza, Russia
|10 December, 1904
Sagallo, Russian Somaliland
Nikolay Ivanovitch Achinov (b. February 21, 1854) was an adventurer and politician from the Russian Empire and the first head of state and effective founder of Russian Somaliland, leading the colony from his ascension in 1889 up to his death in late December.
Early life
Nikolay was born on 21 February, 1854, in the town of Penza, Russia. Ethnically he was a Terek Cossack; his family originally hailing from the northeastern Caucasus. His exact origin is disputed; while he was most likely a Russian some theories exist throughout Sagallo that he could have some Circassian or Kabardian blood in him.
Not much of Achinov's youth is well known besides his ethnicity, his place of living; Penza, and that he came from a fairly well-off, upper-class family from the area. He was noted as always having an adventurous spirit, a trait which obviously carried on into his later life as a politician and later colonist working for the Russian Empire. Overall, Achinov's youth wasn't very well documented and is the least known portion of his life.
Adulthood and entry into politics
Not much is known about his early political life besides that he entered politics at a relatively young age, becoming a Burgess (an elected or un-elected official of a municipality) of his hometown, the city of Penza. It is unknown how old he was when he reached this position though it is known that it was before his expedition to Ethiopia in 1884, which he went on when he was only 28 years old. Not much is known about his time as a Burgess of Penza either.
When Achinov was only 28 years old, the Russian government sent him on an expedition to the Ethiopian Empire in order to establish a clerical, political, and diplomatic relationship between the two nations. This would be a relative success as the two empires would eventually become close friends and later allies, as seen in the Italo-Ethiopian War and through the Russo-Ethiopian Treaty of 1898. He would also later go on to sign the treaty mentioned previously as he was the head of Russian Somaliland at that point, the closest Russian possession to the Ethiopian Empire.
Colonial expedition
The Russian Empire had for a while wanted a port in between its Black Sea holdings and the Pacific coast, and Somaliland was chosen for its relatively mild climate. On 10 December, 1888, Achinov along with 165 other Terek Cossacks left from Russia aboard the Kornilov, which had headed from Odessa to Alexandria. Later they took the Lazarev which had taken to them to Port Said and from there took the Amfitrida, which took him and the Cossacks from Port Said to the gulf of Tadjoura, where they were greeted by Ethiopian priests. He had assured the participants that the sultan of Tadjoura, Mohammed Loitah, had leased him land in the region.
On January 14, the abandoned Egyptian fort of Sagallo was chosen as the base of the expedition, and was later named New Moscow, which would become the capital of Russian Somaliland. Achinov struggled to keep the Cossacks under his control, as some raided the Danakil, stealing a cow and a sheep after driving off the tribesmen with gunfire. Later, several colonists escaped to Obock and told the French of the colony's whereabouts. On 5 February, the Cossacks noticed a cruiser and three gunboats. An ultimatum was issued, but Achinov misunderstood it and did not surrender. The artillery barrage that followed came as a complete surprise for the colonists, leaving six dead and 22 wounded.
Franco-Russian War
Shortly after Achinov's escape from the colony, he headed back to Odessa and later to Moscow, demanding they do something about the situation with France. Despite disagreement from the tsar, most of the government agreed with Achinov's proposal and after the Odessa Conference declared war on France with hopes of taking back the colony in Djibouti. This broke Alexander's reputation as a "peacemaker" and started the Tajuura War ended in 1891, two and a half years after the start of the war in the early months of 1889.
Achinov took part in the battle and siege of the city of Sagallo respectively, taking back the colony from the French and further occupying all of Djibouti. He had no involvement in the Pacific front of the war, but did lead the Battle of Libreville, and helped invade French Equatorial Africa. Two and a half years after the start of the war, the Tajuura War ended in 1891, two and a half years after the start of the war in the early months of 1889. The war ended with the French surrendering French Somaliland to the Russian Empire as well as Reunion and the Comoros.
Head of Russian Somaliland
Nikolay Achinov spent the rest of his life as the Governor of Russian Somaliland. His main policies involved expanding the borders to prevent the other European powers from gaining too much influence in the area and assimilating the natives.. During his time in power, his nation also absorbed the southern portion of Italian Somaliland after his troops fought against the Italians in the Italo-Ethiopian War, helping win the war for the Ethiopian Empire, who would take Eritrea after the war ended.
During his time as Governor, the borders of the Russian Empire's possessions in Africa would expand drastically; at the his death owning parts of Sudan and expanding all the way east to the African Great Lakes. Achinov died in 1904; just two years before Russian Somaliland would diplomatically acquire British Somaliland but at the same time lose some possessions closer to British East Africa and Sudan. He died at the fairly young age of fifty after contracting malaria from a mosquito in one of Russia's possessions closer to the Great Lakes.


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Ultimate mountain top yoga experience
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life by relaxing and reconnecting with nature on a 3-day retreat in the alpine atmosphere. Catriona Rowntree was excited to join Thredbo's Yoga and Wellness Retreat.
Thredbo is in the Snowy Mountains, NSW.
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3-night Total Retreat Package starts from $829 per person twin share including accommodation, most meals and all yoga, meditation and Wim Hof sessions.
Prices correct at 28.09.2019.
Ever feel like escaping your busy lifestyle to relax and rejuvenate, to get outdoors and detox? Catriona found the perfect place where you can immerse yourself in the wonderful natural scenery of Kosciuszko National Park and experience a Yoga and Wellness Retreat.
On select weekends in Summer, you can participate in this retreat led by Jane Corben of Jindabyne Yoga Shala. Jump start your day by heading to the top of the mountain for a yoga session whilst watching the spectacular sunrise.
You will be staying in one of the charming rooms at the historic Thredbo Alpine Hotel, just metres away from the chairlift. There are single or twin share options for the retreat.
After a healthy breakfast it was time to take the chairlift back up the top for the Dead Horse Gap hike. The hike takes a few hours and is about 10 kilometres long. Don't be discouraged with the length though – it's mainly downhill. There are some beautiful lookout points where you can see far and deep into the Kosciuszko National Park. After the hike, you are rewarded with a delicious picnic lunch.
Complete your detox by participating in a Wim Hof session, which is based on three pillars: cold therapy, breathing and commitment. Catriona did some breathing exercises which was then followed by immersion into cold water for a few minutes. The river temperature was a very chilly 8 degrees.
By practicing the three pillars, it is said that you will become stronger, have less stress, better sleep, enhanced creativity, more focus and mental clarity. Catriona loved how invigorated she felt after it.
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How to remove AlphaShoppers
What is an adware
AlphaShoppers reroutes are happening because of an ad-supported software installed on your machine. If enough attention was not paid when you were setting up a freeware, this is how you could have ended up with advertising-supported application. Due to ad-supported application's silent entrance, users who are not familiar with an adware might be confused about everything. The adware will create invasive pop-up commercials but since it is not a malicious computer virus, there should be no direct harm your operating system. However, by redirecting you to a dangerous portal, a much more malicious infection may infect your operating system. You are strongly encouraged to abolish AlphaShoppers before it can cause more harm.
Download Removal Toolto remove AlphaShoppers
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What affect does the adware have on the computer
Ad-supported programs will usually employ freeware to infiltrate your PC. It ought to be general knowledge that some free software may arrive along with not wanted items. Adware, browser hijackers and other possibly unneeded applications (PUPs) could be added. You need to avoid choosing Default settings during installation, as those settings don't notify you about added items, which permits them to set up. Picking Advanced or Custom settings is recommended instead. Those settings unlike Default, will authorize you to see and uncheck everything. It's not complex or time-consuming to use those settings, so you ought to always pick them.
As soon as the adware is inside your computer, it will begin creating pop-ups. You will notice ads everywhere, whether you favor Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. Changing browsers won't aid you bypass the adverts, you will need to delete AlphaShoppers if you wish to get rid of them. Showing you adverts is how adware generate money, expect to see a lot of them.You can every now and then run into a pop-up advising you to get some type of application but whatever you do, never obtain anything from such doubtful portals.Don't get programs or updates from weird sources, and stick to official portals. If you opt to to get something from suspicious sources like pop-ups, you can end up with malicious program instead, so keep that in mind. Adware might also be the reason behind your operating system slowdown and browser crashes. Adware set up on your system will only jeopardize it, so remove AlphaShoppers.
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You may abolish AlphaShoppers in a couple of ways, depending on your experience with devices. For the quickest AlphaShoppers uninstallation way, we recommend obtaining anti-spyware software. It is also possible to abolish AlphaShoppers by hand but you will have to identify and erase it and all its related applications yourself.
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* WiperSoft scanner, published on this site, is intended to be used only as a detection tool. More info on WiperSoft. To use the removal functionality, you will need to purchase the full version of WiperSoft. If you wish to uninstall WiperSoft, click here.
Learn how to remove AlphaShoppers from your computer
- 1. Uninstall AlphaShoppers from Windows XP
- 2. Uninstall AlphaShoppers from Windows 7 and Vista
- 3. Uninstall AlphaShoppers from Windows 8
- 4. Remove AlphaShoppers and other malicious add-ons from Internet Explorer:
- 5. Remove AlphaShoppers and malicious Extensions from Mozilla Firefox:
- 6. Remove AlphaShoppers and all malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
- 7. How to reset your browser?
Step 1. Uninstall AlphaShoppers from Windows XP
- Click the Start button.
- Select Control Panel.
- Click Add or Remove Programs.
- Select AlphaShoppers or other the suspicious program and click Remove.
Step 2. Uninstall AlphaShoppers from Windows 7 and Vista
- Open the Start menu.
- Select Control Panel.
- Click Uninstall a program.
- Right-click on the AlphaShoppers or other program that you wish to remove.
- Uninstall it.
Step 3. Uninstall AlphaShoppers from Windows 8
- Access the Metro UI menu.
- Start typing Control Panel. Open it.
- Click Programs and Features.
- Select AlphaShoppers or other unwanted application.
- Click the Uninstall button.
Step 4. Remove AlphaShoppers and other malicious add-ons from Internet Explorer:To deal with AlphaShoppers in Internet Explorer, you will have to follow these steps:
- Run Internet Explorer and press Alt+X simultaneously.
- Afterwards, open Manage add-ons and choose Toolbars and Extensions.
- From the provided list remove all suspicious extensions including AlphaShoppers.
- Navigate to Search Providers. Erase the current search tool and pick a new one as your default.
- Save the changes you made and leave this window.
- Now press Alt+X one more time and select Internet Options.
- Access the General tab and replace this home page with the one you trust (google.com , yahoo.com , msn.com)
- To finish the procedure, tap OK.
Step 5. Remove AlphaShoppers and malicious Extensions from Mozilla Firefox:The users who experience AlphaShoppers in Mozilla Firefox, should follow the instructions presented below, if they want to clean their system:
- Launch Mozilla Firefox and click Ctrl+Shift+A at the same time.
- Move your cursor to Extensions and locate the suspicious and undesirable entries.
- Next to the chosen extensions, tap the Remove button.
- Press Alt+T and select Options. Access the General tab.
- In General tab, remove the unreliable home page and choose another, like Google.com, Yahoo.com
- Choose Search tab.
- Delete the unwanted search provider and choose your new search. Click OK.
Step 6. Remove AlphaShoppers and all malicious extensions from Google Chrome:If a browser hijacker took over Google Chrome, the last set of instructions are prepared for you. Do not miss a single step and take care of your system:
- Run Google Chrome and tap Alt+F.
- Click More Tools and choose Extensions.
- Eliminate the undesirable extensions from the list.
- Access Settings and navigate to Open a page or a set of pages that you can find under On startup.
- Press Set pages and replace the current home page with another one.
- Click OK and select Manage Search Engines (under search).
- Remove the current search engine and select a new one.
- Click Done and restart Google Chrome.
Step 7. How to reset your browser?
7.1) Reset Internet Explorer
- Launch your browser and tap Alt+T or click Tools > Internet Options icon at the top right corner.
- Click on the Advanced tab and press Reset button.
- Tick a box next to Delete personal Settings and press the Reset button again.
- Restart your browser.
7.2) Reset Mozilla Firefox
- Open your browser and tap Alt+H.
- Click Help > Troubleshooting Information.
- Now Click Refresh Firefox.
- Click the Refresh Firefox button again.
7.3) Reset Google Chrome
- Open your browser and tap Alt+F or click on 3 Stripes icon at the top right corner
- Select Settings and Click Show advanced settings at end of the page.
- Click Reset settings button.
- Click the Reset button.
7.4) Safari Browser
- Launch your Safari browser.
- Select Safari Settings (top-right corner).
- Choose Reset Safari.... from the drop-down menu.
- A warning dialog box containing all items that you wish to delete will appear. These items are checked by default.
- Make sure that the items you want to erase are checked.
- Press the Reset button.
- Your Safari browser will automatically restart.


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Why I Love my Naturopath
What's the secret to living a full, active life? To me, it's good health. Maybe that's not so obvious when we're young, but in my early 20s, I recognized that I don't want my choices determined by what I'm able to do or not do, or be saddled with something I could have prevented. I can't count the times I heard, "it runs in the family," so I made up my mind to beat my genetics.
From an early age, I watched relatives live with illness and chronic conditions, many of which are now largely deemed preventable. So I did a lot of reading, but what made the biggest difference was that first appointment with a naturopath, where I saw the research-based connection between lifestyle and disease. These early visits were in Canada, which at the time offered more options for healthcare.
Back in Seattle, I habitually went to my mom's general practitioner for ailments I needed help with – even though I wasn't impressed with the 10-minute appointments, the quick diagnoses, and a penchant for prescriptions. But when I had a (temporary) chronic condition of my own, and the diagnosis and treatment didn't mesh for me, I started looking for a new doctor.
As I searched, I learned:
- My insurance now covered —and still does—alternative options, including naturopathy
- Bastyr University, located just north of Seattle, is internationally renowned and one of the most respected schools in the country for natural medicine, where many doctors of naturopathy (NDs) get their training
- Consequently, we have some of the very best practitioners right here in the Northwest
Why a naturopath?
My appointments are never less than 30 minutes. My ND asks me questions, and she listens to my answers. She wants to know what I'm eating, am I exercising, how I'm sleeping. How's my stress? My social life? My digestion? She doesn't make assumptions.
By training, naturopaths are licensed medical doctors who merge conventional and holistic medicine, with a focus on prevention. Based in science, their additional training includes the whole person, from nutrition to mental health. My naturopath recommends I have the same health screenings other doctors would. And she'll prescribe antibiotics if I need them, but she knows I prefer to be drug-free.
My ND is also more accessible than any conventional doctor I've had. When I have a question that doesn't require an appointment, I'll send her an email, and I typically get a response within 24 hours. She'll let me know if I need to come in.
What is naturopathy?
Bastyr describes naturopathy as a "primary healthcare system that encourages the body's self-healing process through the use of natural therapies, drawing on both traditional healing methods and modern medical science."
In other words, naturopaths work with your unique physical and mental characteristics for the best possible health outcomes. Our bodies have the capacity to heal if we give them what they need, and get out of the way.
Naturopaths look for root causes and don't just treat symptoms. Once a year, my ND will order a blood panel and take a look at how things are going beneath the surface. This gives a 360 degree view of my internal workings, and she'll let me know what steps I need to take for better health. This includes what supplements may help me, so I don't waste money on buying a vitamin I don't need, the newest product on the market, or the new trendy herbal tonic.
How to find a practitioner
I found my naturopath through a friend, but there are plenty of resources out there. Bastyr is a great place to start. They have a Seattle clinic but also a list of practioners on their website. I go to Seattle Healing Arts, which also has an impressive array of medical professionals. Although not all states license naturopaths, the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) has an online directory here. And you can learn more about naturopathic doctors here.
Healthier than ever
So far, many years later (more than I'm willing to say), I'm as healthy as can be. I'm physically active, eat better than most, aim to be chemical-free and see my naturopath at least once a year. I trust I'll stay that way.
Laura McLeod is an internal communications manager at LifeWise, and is convinced that lifestyle trumps genetics. Because her genetics include many lifestyle-based illnesses, she strives to eat well, exercise and get regular check-ups. While she's officially reached 'mid-life,' she believes you're only as old as you feel. Laura lives in Ballard with her long-time partner and her energetic, playful cat.


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As we prepare for our evening with Eric Ries in London next week, we've been digging through the archives and found his classic BoS Talk from back in 2010.
This is an absolute must-watch if you're interested in agile or lean methods.
It's one year before the release of The Lean Startup, but Eric's ideas are fully formed and as potent as they are in the book. Listening to the man discuss his work is inspiring – we highly, highly recommend you take a listen.
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Trump Comes Unglued, Attacks Retired Four-Star Army General For 'Big, Dumb Mouth' Following Criticism
President Trump on Tuesday ripped into retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal after the former leader of U.S. operations in Afghanistan called the president "immoral" and dishonest.
Trump said former President Obama fired McChrystal "like a dog" while quoting a tweet from Fox News host Laura Ingraham that shared a post recapping McChrystal's weekend comments.
"'General' McChrystal got fired like a dog by Obama. Last assignment a total bust. Known for big, dumb mouth. Hillary lover!" Trump tweeted on New Year's Day.
"General" McChrystal got fired like a dog by Obama. Last assignment a total bust. Known for big, dumb mouth. Hillary lover! https://t.co/RzOkeHl3KV
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 1, 2019
The retired four-star Army general said on ABC's "This Week" that he would not work for the current administration if asked, citing Trump's dishonesty.
"It's important for me to work for people who I think are basically honest, who tell the truth as best they know it," McChrystal said.
"I don't think he tells the truth," he added.
McChrystal has questioned Trump's decision to send troops to the southern border and has expressed concern over his repeated criticism of former military leaders, such as retired Adm. William McRaven.