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I had high hopes for this school and wanted to give my child a chance to explore her learning potentials. But overall my child has stated to me on several occasions that the teacher makes demeaning faces towards the kids when redirecting them. I have also witner this behavior myself and did not like it. I feel when your trying to address different concerns or issues, you immediately get an unnatural response from the head staff,and lots of opinions. The building is a little outdated as well as their security cameras. Beware when parking there or dropping your kid off,they're known to have parents cars vandalize right on the property. Very sad that this is taken place on a school ground and your vehicle is only a few deet from a learning environment that our kids are to suppose to be safe in. Safety is very a concern issue and even tho there's a police on the premises, he doesn't see anything or some days he's not there. I was so disappointed on how the whole situation took place amd how people can.be so disensitize of it. I found out later that it happens more than anyone knows. So no letters,no posting on the building of nothing.
Cambridge Academy has provided a very good academic program for my two children. The expectation is that all children can excel and perform. All of the teachers and administrators are very passionate about providing a good education. The multigrade level classes has been an asset for my children to have an opportunity to be exposed to even more challenges. My neighbors child went to Cambridge from kindergarten until 7th grade and was placed into the challenge class when he finished Cambridge and entered eight grade. His new school gave him a math placement test and he scored tenth grade sixth month and has made the all A's honor roll every semester. Of course the key to any child's success is parental involvement and that is strongly stressed here, we are our children's first teacher. I know many people will write different reviews for anything stores, restaurants, schools etc. based on their own experiences and unfortunately we only hear one side of the story, but if you are seeking an excellent foundation for your child pay any school a visit and make and informed decision for yourself. I am extremely glad I made this choice for children.
Cambridge Academy offers a wonderful pre-school program. The teachers and leadership are warm, concerned and extremely caring of each child. The curriculum is challenging yet age appropriate. They also offer opportunities for extra activitities such as karate, dance and music lessons. Our child has grown and matured both academically and socially. Will look forward to exploring what the upper shcool has to offer.
My son started at Cambridge towards the end of the school year (February) for 3K last year. I was worried that his learning curve would be too steep and he would be at a disadvantage compared to the other 3-year-olds who started in the fall. When he started, he knew how to spell his name but didn't know how to write his name. Within 2 weeks, he was writing his name, counting to 20, reciting the days of the week, months of the year, etc. The 3K teacher Ms. Ellison (who is no longer there) was a wonderful educator. My son has really learned a lot during his tenure at Cambridge. Now in Pre-K, I am amazed at how much he has absorbed. He's reading, writing words, has monthly spelling tests, completed a Black History project, and is learning how to tell time, add and subtract. The administrators are friendly and know each child personally. The disadvantages are the facilities and resources are outdated, the lower-grades (i.e., 3K, 4K) class sizes are large (e.g., 20-25 kids like public school class sizes), and there is only one class per grade. Regarding the latter, if the teacher's style does not work well for you or your child, there are no other options for that grade.
My child was enrolled in this school throughout until 1st grade. I am a parent who is very involved in my child's academics. I often sat in in the classroom and noticed that the way the first grade teacher spoke to the children was in a disdainful manner. I began noticing a change in my child with him not wanting to go to school. This was never an issue before, he has always loved school. The second change was his grades slipping... He's never had less than an "A" on anything up until this point. He began begging me to sit in the classroom on a daily basis stating that the teacher was mean. The more I sat in on the class the more uneasy I became with the teacher and her attitude towards the children and communicated my concerns with her. During his final week at the school he came home and informed me that the teacher ripped up his work and stuffed it down his shirt when he got the answers wrong. I confronted her about it and she stated "I did rip it up but I didn't stuff it down his shirt, I gave it to him close." I was vexed and withdrew him immediately. I enrolled my son in another private school where his love for learning and high grades have returned.
Positives: School administration is very friendly. Price is reasonable but you pay for what you get! Negatives: Not academically challenging for children 6 & up Outdated! Don't offer foreign languages on a consistent basis. Only one computer for the children to use which is in itself very outdated! No cafeteria or gym!
Cambridge is a great school to grow young minds in South DeKalb. You do not have to settle for what the county has to offer for pre-K through elementary.
If u are an advocate for your child, Cambridge is not the school for u.We had been very pleased parents until this school year.When our child entered 1st grade, the nurturing environment, the warmth of the teacher, the professionalism of the leadership all declined fast.We began 1st grade where the 1st grade teacher immediately established a very rigid, punitive learning environment for the class, which was a drastic contrast from the previous grades. My son would display feelings fear & frustration. As most concerned parents would do, we addressed these concerns with the teacher first, then leadership, but didn't see much change.In our efforts to advocate for our child, we were retaliated against and asked to find another school for our child and given 4 days to do so in the middle of the year. We were stunned at the unprofessional actions of the school leadership after being loyal Cambridge parents, referring colleagues & friends to their school, etc. The most unfortunate outcome was for our child, who has been abruptly pulled out of his school.The school could not have any child's best interest. Otherwise, this situation would have been handled professionalism & integrity
My daughyter has been attending Cambridge since she was 21/2. She is currently in the three-year old class and I will get a chance to really see how learning process during this year's transition with a new teacher. I can truly say that I have been impressed thus far. My child came to Cambridge from an in-home day care and it took a while for her to adapt to her new environment, but I must say her two-year old teacher was a gift from GOD and she was truly a blessing to her academic and social development. Muy husband and I were amazed by the campassion and dedication of her teacher. I am anxious to see how her learning experience will be this school year.
I just wanted to share that I am thoroughly impressed with this school. The prior school my 3 yr old went to was not parent/child friendly. The staff was rude and you were almost intimidated with expressing your concerns. With Cambridge, the staff is friendly, the teachers are great, and my child loves it. He is already reading and writing. This school makes learning fun and the academic curriculum is challenging. I love this school and will continue to send our child until we move out of the area (and then I still might continue to take him).
I have been going to cambridge for 9 years now and let me say i just love it.3 Months ago i started to fail in math and reading but my teacher kept on encouraging me and eventually i got up from a 'c' in reading to a 'a' from a 'd' in math to a 'b' and now i am passing in all my classes.One thing i can say about all the teachers in that school is that they all want the best from you and they want you to give your all.They dont give up on you,there is work involved for youto do and you must get it done and yes all of this is comming from a current student.But basically the kids are friendly the teachers are friendly and the whole school is a great place!
During the school search process, I came across this school on this website. The office staff were all personable and welcoming. This is my daughter's first year at Cambridge, and I am pleased thus far. She is 4 years old, was evaluated, and eventually placed in K5. Just one week in, I see she has such an eagerness to learn, is excited about homework, and looks forward to going to class every day. Her teacher is a very seasoned Kindergarten teacher with exceptional credentials (this is her 26th Kindergarten class, and her 12th year at Cambridge). The principal is a hands-on administrator with a lot of experience as well. The curriculum is challenging, but not overwhelming - my daughter is four but reading on a first grade level.
My son has been a student at this school for 1 year now. I have seen a tremendous difference in his learning about a month after enrolling him into this school. Every day he is learning something different and shows more advancement than other kids his age. I would highly recommend this school if you re looking for your child to be above average when they leave this school.
My daughter has been enrolled at Cambridge since she was 2.5. She is four now and I am extremely pleased with her academic progress. She has been exposed to things that other children don't get until much later in their schooling. The teachers and administrators have taken the time to learn my child and they really care about her success emotionally and academically. They have an open door policy and welcome questions and input. The facility is older and I have noticed teacher turnover, but it seemed to benefit the school. At four my child can count to one hundred , count by 5's and 10's, add and subtract, knows time and money, can discuss the parts of an insect, knows the Planets and Continents, can read simple sentences, and more. Everyday I am amazed at how much she knows. I would recommend this school to anyone.
I currently have two children at Cambridge. A 3rd grader and a K4 student. I am quite pleased with the education that my children receive. The administration CARE deeply for these children. They take the time to get to know them and the way that they learn best. When I speak to colleagues about what my daugter is doing in her K4 class, they stare in amazement because their children are not being challenged with similiar material. If you want your children to be enriched and nourished academically and socially, consider this school in your search.
I am very satisfied with my daughter's education at Cambridge Academy. She is starting the 2nd grade and has been there since I removed her from another private school 2 years ago. My child has had high standardized test scores and great grades. Administration CARES about the kids and not just the $$. Each new teacher has seemed to be better than the previous. Isn't that better than retaining mediocre teachers??? But, you can't satisfy some people.......just my 2 cents.
My child had been a student there for over 4 years and there still had not been any significant changes or improvements in upgrading the facilities. The classrooms date back to the 80's and as far as teaching and education the morale was very low for the teachers with a very high teacher turnover rate. They need to upgrade facilities (get computers, desks, chairs), offer incentives for the teachers (healthcare benefits, pay raises etc.) Some grade levels are combined making it difficult for some students to grasp and learn material at there grade level. My child was not academically prepared for the next level because there was not enough time spent in his/her grade level to teach what was needed to move on. Now I have to pay for private tutoring in areas that were not covered in the school year when I paid tuition for a higher standard of education.
My child attended this academy from age 3years through 6th grade and did exceptionally well both academically and socially. After completion my child was accepted into a competitive private school and was very well prepared for the rigor and discipline. Great care is taken to ensure that the students receive a very well rounded program balanced with a lot of nurturing and support.
This school does a great job teaching social skills and sheltering its students from unacceptable behavior typically displayed in public schools. However, most of the teachers here are not certified, and are poorly trained when it comes to teaching methods and skills. There is a high teacher turnover rate, which causes the children to suffer in the long run. The school needs to do something to attract better qualified teachers, and give them incentives to stay there.
My husband and I are greatful that our daughter was able to attend this school. We love and appreciate the education she is getting that not only focuses on academics but helps them become more well rounded people. The love and support we have received from the administration has been terrific.
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Top 10: Ways to Remember Your Reusable Tote
It's getting close to New Year's and, come 2008, our #1 resolution is going to be remembering our reusable grocery bags when we go to the store.
It's not easy -- but there are a few strategies that will make it easier. We're vowing to try them all until we find one that really works.
The list starts after the jump. PLEASE add your own ideas, we can use all the help we can get!
• Keep the bags on a hook near the front door. (We like this one -- it's probably the first we'll try.)
• Purchase a bag that is small enough to hook to our keychain.
• Keep one set of bags in the trunk of our car and one in the apartment, one for walking and one for driving shopping trips. The trick will be remembering to put the car set back in the car.
• Purchase a bag that we can roll up and shove in our purse.
• Get a bag that is so cool we want to take it everywhere (as a fashion statement even).
• Put a big sign on the inside of the front door (or on a bulletin board near the door) as a reminder. "Remember Your Bags!"
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keep the totes next to the grocery list. I keep a grocery list on the fridge and rip it off when I go shopping, so having the totes there would make the one step a double whammy: rip off list and grab totes.
Granted, we're going for reducing waste, so keep list on chalkboard or something and then put it into your phone/pda, erase board and grab bags.
I keep all my bags on a carabiner--easier to hang on hooks and to keep the bags together, and the night before I hit the farmers' market, I hook my keys' carabiner onto the bag carabiner ... I guess carabiners are like the recyclers' duct tape!
i keep mine in the car. once i empty the bag i put it right back in the car :) it helps me remember it.
I keep a couple in the car, one in my school backpack and a mess of 'em hanging in the pantry. The ones in the pantry are for grocery shopping and I keep my coupons in them--I never forgot my coupons so it works well.
A silly idea that's slowly working for me: learning the words to Tim Minchin's song "Take your canvas bags to the store" (on YouTube). It gets stuck in my head so that I sing it over and over, and it helps remind me of what I'm trying to achieve :)
I end up keeping two totes always tucked into my grocery cart (which hangs in my closet), and a tiny one rolled up in my laptop bag or purse for when I just need something quick on the way home from work.
I have a million of those green Whole Foods bags and keep them everywhere! In the car, on the hook by the door, in my office...For a while I told myself that every time I forgot my bag I'd have to buy a new one instead of using paper at the store. That kind of worked too. If they charged me $5 for paper bags I'm sure I'd never forget the reusable ones!
stringy -- very funny!
Last year I bought a set of five Envirosax, one for each of my then-housemates to keep in our bags. They're great because they roll up so tiny you barely even notice them in your purse. I keep one in my bag at all times. For grocery shopping trips, I keep my bags in the kitchen so that when I do my inventory to make my list, I remember to grab the bags, too.
I'm a big advocate of leaving one in a drawer at work. Then I can grab it if I decide to hit the farmers' market or the wine store on my lunch hour.
I always put mine back in the trunk after I unpack groceries, but since I shop at Wegmans, if I did forget them, I could buy some new ones at the register. Wegmans reusable shopping bags are only .99!
I use a backpack instead of a purse and keep a small reusable bag in one of the pockets. It's large enough to hold a paper bag full of produce and the rest can fit into my backpack.
When I forget my tote bag, I just put whatever I've bought into my purse and carry the bigger items by hand. It's not like a flimsy plastic bag can really insulate your gallon of milk anyway.
I went for a combination of the "if you forget it you have to buy a new one" rule, and the "put a few in everything" idea, and if those both fail me, I subscribe strongly to the "carry a really big purse and put it all in there" school of thought.
I especially enjoy watching the face of the clerk while I fill my giant purse with groceries.
I absolutely refuse to accept any plastic bags, therefore if I forget my reusable bag, I have to carry my items out without any bag at all. Once you've done this once or twice, you won't forget your reusable bags!
I tried the bags in the trunk method. Of course I still forgot to take the bags into the store. I tried to force myself to leave the full cart in the store, walk out to the car and retrieve my bags. But at the end of a long day and it's raining outside and the car is parked way at the end of the parking lot - I slipped and got the plastic bags (not too bad, as I need them for doggie pickup).
However, I now leave at least one bag on the passenger seat. I know, not so neat, but it's almost impossible to forget the bag and if I know that I'll need more, there are more in the trunk.
I also have a teeny roll up bag in each of my two most used purses.
Well, I guess, this one is only for the ladies. Put your purse in your tote and walk with both on your shoulder!
If you are looking for a truly green and sustainable reusable bag, try Project GreenBag. They are made from 100% organic cotton, biodegradable, and made in San Francisco California = green American jobs!


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1/18 Scheduled date of the 3rd hearing
1/12 SM's defense applied for the change of the hearing date
1/14 JYJ's defense submitted the written appeal as scheduled (meaning that JYJ's defense did not agree on postponing the appeal date.)
1/17 Court decided to proceed the hearing as scheduled
SM's defense added the financial managers of SME as their witness
1/18 One of SM's witness did not appear in court. Because of this absence, the appeal was postponed to March
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- The witness who did not appear in the the court today is SME's witness.
- The absence of SME's witness shows that who is responsible for the delay of the hearing
- JYJ's defense asked the interim ruling or partial ruling for the case because the longer delay of ruling hampers JYJ's entertainment activites.
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Classified staff who have been employed by Kirtland Community College for a period of six (6) consecutive years may be granted a period of unpaid professional improvement leave for any period not to exceed twelve (12) consecutive months provided, however, that no more than one member from any employee category (see POL 5.345 Definition of Employee Categories) may be on professional development leave in a 12 month period. Staff who request a professional improvement leave must present a plan which defines the activity or study to be undertaken. Upon return from the professional improvement leave, the employee must submit, in writing, to the board of trustees a report stating the use of his/her leave. An employee who does not return to Kirtland Community College on the agreed-upon date, unless a written extension has been granted, may be deemed to have abandoned their position.
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Granting of professional improvement leaves, staff: an ad Hoc professional improvement leave committee shall consist of the director of human resources, the supervisor of the staff member making the request, the classified staff representative, and two (2) other staff members, one supervisory and one support staff, nominated by the director of human resources and approved by the president. The president has the authority to modify this structure on a case-by-case basis in the event of a conflict of interest or other pertinent cause.
An employee's application for professional improvement leave shall be in writing to the division administrator, who may deny the request in writing or request the director of human resources to form the professional improvement leave committee. The professional improvement leave committee shall make its recommendations to the division administrator, who will then submit his/her recommendation to the President. The President may submit the recommendations of the professional improvement leave committee, the division administrator, as well as his own, to the board of trustees.
The employee's initial request shall include:
- The nature of the leave including, if applicable, the name of the proposed institution and/or the location of the proposed education experience.
- The outline of the experiences to be provided to the applicant.
- The anticipated value of the leave to the college.
- The timing and length of the leave.
The written request for professional improvement leave shall be filed no later than December 1 of the fiscal year preceding the fiscal year in which the employee desires to leave.
Professional improvement leaves shall be limited to purposes that clearly promise reciprocal advantage to the college and the applicant. In making its recommendation to the President, the professional improvement leave committee may also consider the following:
- The previous contribution and successful service of the applicant to the college.
- The extent to which plans submitted for use of time while on leave are definitive and professionally constructive.
- The extent to which the stated object of the leave could ultimately impact the service provided by the college through the employee's increased competence in his/her field.
- The recency of advanced graduate work or professional study completed by the applicant.
- Reasonable and equitable distribution of leaves across the classified workforce.
- Budgetary limitations.
- The means to continue to offer the service provided by the employee during the employee's leave of absence.
The professional improvement leave committee has the authority to request additional or supplemental information from the applicants. If the professional improvement leave committee feels that a conference with the applicant would be helpful, it has the authority to schedule an interview.
It shall be understood that during a professional improvement leave, an employee shall not accrue vacation or sick days. However, the employee is entitled to the medical benefits for which they were otherwise qualified for the period of professional improvement leave.
Any deviation from the stated plan for professional improvement leave shall be reported immediately to the President. The President shall inform the professional improvement leave committee of the changes. The professional improvement leave committee shall inform the President, in writing, if it determines that the recipient is not meeting the conditions of his/her appointment. The President shall convey this information with his recommendation to the board of trustees. The board shall determine its appropriate action and render the final decision on the matter, which may include disciplinary action up to and including termination from employment.


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Single earrings so striking that one, worn alone, is enough.
Festive wrapping, courtesy of Hermès. More from Schohaja's Paris fashion week photo diary.
Liya Kebede shares her gift list (to give and to get) in our latest Giving Spree. http://nyti.ms/YwBEjA (Photo: Cass Bird)
Jude Law at the shoot: "Look, tell me what I'm wearing — I really don't care."
Law is letting go of being a heartthrob and getting down to the more interesting business of being an actor. (Photo: Sam Taylor Johnson).
She's young. She's cool. And she's a brilliant mess. This season, the model Ruby Aldridge is all over the place. http://tmagazine.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/10/14/runaround-ruby/


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I think this is an appalling movie. With half a dozen people playing the same character, it's very confusing, but more offensive is the attitude the director seems take: everything is up for laughs, including adolescence, sex, parenting, abortion, anti-abortion, disabled people, fat people, Jesus, his followers. Yet the movie is unfunny. And the director is unclear about what he wants to say. Don't waste your hundred minutes.
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2009 National Jewish Book Award Finalist in the category of Illustrated Children's Books
"The endpapers offer a study in contrast, the first showing Warsaw before the war, full of red rooftops and tall trees, while the closing spread shows Warsaw after the war, awash with shadowy silvers and grays. An author's note describes how Boagacki, himself Polish-born, grew up hearing the stories of Korczak." —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"Inspiring is a rare word for a realistic Holocaust title, but it is true of this picture-book biography." —Booklist
"For anyone teaching about the Holocaust, this moving portrait of humanitarian Janusz Korczak is worth a look." — Instructor
"The Best Jewish Picture Books of 2009." "…this is a gorgeous, gently-told book that every Jewish kid should eventually read." —Tablet
"A passionate picture-book biography of the Holocaust-era children's advocate and doctor."
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This is my first time to Melbourne and staying with Stan is probably the best decision I made! The B&B is approx. 15-20mins away (peak hour) and 10mins (non-peak hour) away from Melbourne City. The travelling time is not a problem at all because the trams are frequent and run directly to the heart of Melbourne central. As I was... More
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Have you been to Historic Inner City of Paramaribo? Share your experiences!
Paramaribo is a large, sprawling city. I explored it on foot during my first day here in Suriname. As my guesthouse was located in the outskirts of town, I had to walk quite a bit in the constant dry heat. There are a lot of cars and buses on the roads, it all seemed relatively prosperous and lively. It took me about 40 minutes to reach the "Waterkant", the stretch near the Suriname River where the area with the best quality colonial buildings starts. Along the way in the commercial city center there are some old wooden buildings too, but these are dilapidated and almost hidden among the gold jewellers, the casino's and the Chinese supermarkets.
The historic core zone is also blessed with quieter, leafy streets. The wooden mansions, all white, are of a size that could only have belonged to wealthy colonials or government buildings. Here also lies Fort Zeelandia – a very small fortress in typical Dutch style. The surrounding officers houses in my opinion are the greatest examples of the wooden architecture of Paramaribo. This whole area is in a brilliant state of conservation by the way.
I was the first to enter Fort Zeelandia that day. They had no change available yet to break my 50 Suri dollar bill, but the friendly man on guard waved me in and said I could pay later when I left. The inner court of the Fort looks unbelievably Dutch, thanks to the use of red brick I guess.The Fort now holds a museum, with a few simple but entertaining exhibition rooms.
North of Fort Zeelandia lies Independence Square. The central square itself was fenced off, maybe in preparation for the coming national holidays and festival, or because of restoration purposes, I don't know. Fortunately I could still walk on the surrounding road, and admire the grand Presidential Palace and the Ministry of Finance (a classical brick building with a clock tower, not unlike Independence Hall in Philadelphia). A bit further north lies the Cathedral, almost the only building in the historic area that isn't white. Yellow and blue-grey are its colours, and it's all made of wood. Together with the cathedral of Georgetown (Guyana), which I hope to visit in a few days, it's the largest structure of its kind.
I really enjoyed my walk around Paramaribo – it's a hassle-free and friendly city, with a large number of high quality colonial buildings that is unique in the Caribbean world.
More photos can be found in the Picture Gallery
Jorge Sanchez (Spain):
I flew from Trinidad to Georgetown, in Guyana, and then I crossed to Suriname. There was no control at the river border.
In Paramaribo I visited the downtown, which Dutch colonial houses are under the UNESCO list of Patrimonies of the Humankind, and after two days visiting the city I continued hitchhiking to French Guiana. One of the drivers invited me to spend the night in his house. The next day I reached the river border with French Guiana.
This time there was a control at the border. Fortunately the agent was Indian, very human, and when Iexplained him that I did not know that I needed a visa, he let me cross to French Guiana, but advised me to get the Suriname visa in Cayenne in my way back to his country.
I promised him to do it.
So, one of the first things that I made in Cayenne was to apply for my Surinamese visa.
After observing the launching of the Ariane from Kourou, and visiting the island of the Devil (described by Papillon), I returned hitch hiking to Suriname. At the border I met the same Indian agent, who remembered me. I proudly showed him my Surinamese visa and he smiled satisfied.
From Paramaribo I continued overland and over-river to Georgetown, in Guyana, and some days later I flew back to Trinidad Island.
In all, in the three "Guyanas" I spent two weeks time.
Date posted: July 2013 Kavita (Suriname):
The architecture of Suriname is very unique. I'm sorry to know that not everyone is aware of its importancy. I hope the awareness will grow someday.
I think everyone who gets the chance to visit Suriname, should do it. Fort Zeelandia, the Mosque and the Synagogue are places to be. One should visit places like Brownsberg, do a plantatation and dolphin tour. I'm sure the visitor will enjoy every moment of the trip to Suriname.
Date posted: July 2009 Arun G. Jairam (The Netherlands):
Paramaribo is one of the most beautiful and excited cities in south america. It has a great history. Which can be seen by the streets and houses. Its a small city, but with great people from different origines (hindi, creool, javaans, chinees, indiaan, bosneger, europeanen). Further more it has wonderfull jungle areas and sightseeing places, like new nickerie. The food/drinks are great.
I think everybody should have visit Suriname for one time it his/hers life. The climate is warm with a cool breeze. The people are great and welcomes everybody who visits the country. The history of Suriname and Paramaribo is nice and colorfull. It tells about the dutch, britisch, spanisch and portugeese influens during the past centuries. Wonderfull and nice houses, churches, buildings, etc. Go and see for your self. Greetings,
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As a feral druid I'm usually on de-cursing duty on Noth the Plaguebringer, and sometimes on poison duty on Maexxna depending on raid composition. It all depends on who else we have in the raid that can do things. If we need a second perspn to help remove curses, I'll dps for that boss and keep an eye on my party.


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Skiing with Asthma
If you have asthma, your very best bet is to steer clear of the ski slopes, since breathing in dry, cold air can be a strong trigger for symptoms. But if you can't resist the thrill downhill or cross-country skiing provides, don't despair. Many asthmatics do strap on their ski boots and skis with few ill effects. The key, though, is to prepare in advance and also be sure to have an emergency plan.
The Lure of the Slopes
Many people love to ski, and even those with asthma can do it safely if they are willing to proceed cautiously without taking any unnecessary risks. When you consider that skiing is an outdoor winter sport and that the cold, dry winter air can irritate your airways and cause your asthma symptoms to flare, you realize that this may not be the easiest sport to explore. But many serious athletes, including skiers, suffer from asthma and are able to manage the symptoms in what can often prove to be challenging conditions. Further, while downhill skiing causes you to breathe in a rush of cold air, it is actually cross-country skiing that pushes your lungs even more. So no matter which form you prefer, there will be some work involved in mastering the sport.
A Comprehensive Approach
The key to skiing well with asthma is to make sure your symptoms are well controlled before you even head out your door. Experts stress the importance of using your control medications on a regular basis to manage the condition to ensure the best results on the slopes. In addition, if you have a cold or other respiratory infection, it's essential that you forego going out in the cold.
But if you feel great and are up for a day of skiing and fun, here are some tips to help you ensure the best results:
- Always bring your rescue inhaler with you and make sure it is easy to grab in case you find yourself needing it suddenly.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a ski mask or scarf to help avoiding breathing in air that's extremely cold.
- When your face is uncovered, try to breathe through your nose so the cold air will have a chance to warm before it hits your lungs.
- Make the time to warm up your body in advance, and cool down afterwards, to minimize the strain on your body and your breathing.
- Recognize your warning signs of an impending asthma attack and be sure not to push yourself too far.
- Plan to build up your stamina if needed. Each time you go you may be able to accomplish a little more.
- Be sure to follow your asthma management plan and be prepared so you'll know exactly what to do in case you do feel your asthma flare.
Don't Give Up
While skiing with asthma may not be easy, if you truly enjoy the sport, it is well worth all of the hard work. Many people with asthma have been able to overcome their symptoms and even compete in their favorite sports on the Olympic level. Further, a number asthmatic Olympians have even gone on to win gold medals, proving that this condition doesn't have to stop you from achieving your goals.
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when I was manic, I realised I was going to get depressed, so I tried to document for myself what I found beautiful, fascinating, ... and wrote it down in lists, poems,drawings, holistic theories, whatever (like others have done, I've seen here on the forum, mine are mostly in Dutch, so no use posting them)
But now, it all just seems silly (cynical smiley)
I would really like to know, aside from poetry and so on, how do you cope with the agony and despair you sometimes feel ?
I don't really know how to cope with it, but the little things I try are;
- I go every night on a walk with my dog (physical effort and stroking a pet should set off some endorfines or sth, I heard), and what I find pleasing is the fact that I can walk in dark, deserted places and feel no fear at all (what could possibly make me feel worse ? an encounter with a rapist ? a serial killer ? nope ) Then I realise I feel more free than I normally do
- i weigh myself every day and see that i lose weight, just like that, without any effort (for a woman, that counts for sth, because that's what they complain about all of the time)
- I smile to people and start small conversations, or make a friendly comments or compliments, (just as if I'm manic) and I think to myself: hey, at least I can pretend I'm in a happy mood and people get away with it
- I listen to 'Passive' from a perfect circle and I know who is my perfect enemy


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Horse Play
Bill Mauk, owner of two thoroughbred horse brokerages in Georgetown, Kentucky, recently discovered the joys of online procurement. Like most small-business owners, he cites the time and money saved, even with the relatively simple act of purchasing office and computer supplies through an online storefront. Mauk estimates he has saved 15 to 20 percent on purchases with his new setup. The more complex e-procurement optionsmarketplace exchanges, reverse auctions and specially configured buyer-supplier networkssound even more promising to him, especially as more equine breeders go online, providing brokers such as Mauk a broader market than ever before.
In fact, after seeing firsthand how efficient e-procurement can be, Mauk wants to reach out to potential buyers by establishing an interactive Web site offering short videos of his horses, among other features. Within a year I believe we could increase our annual sales by at least a couple million dollars, he says.
That's assuming he can get around to it. Mauk typically works 14-hour days. Not that he's complainingan owner of several horses himself, his job is more avocation than vocation. But as is the case for many small business owners, his time is at a premium.
Field Full of Contenders
Mauk is fortunate in at least one way: His schedule may be tight, but he has his choice of more than a few companies eager to help him get automated. To be sure, B2B e-commerce is a rapidly growing industry, with new entrants providing ever more specialized e-procurement products and services. But until recently, the bulk of these products and services have focused on Fortune 500 and mid-market companies, which could afford to be early adopters of technology that may or may not work out. After all, it was only four years ago that General Electric switched to online purchasing, saving a great deal of time, not to mention 5 to 20 percent of material costs.
Smaller companies are now following suit in droves. A Dun & Bradstreet survey found that procurement is the only online activity that small businesses consistently implement. Access Media International (AMI), a New York-based consultancy, reports that online spending by small businesses rose from $2 billion in 1998 to $25 billion in 1999. That figure is projected to rise to $60 billion by the end of this year and to $118 billion by 2002. According to AMI, 670,000 small businesses participated in online auctions last year, and another 1 million are expected to do so this year. Furthermore, 1.3 million small businesses are seriously exploring group buying online in collaboration with other small businesses.
The number of online marketplaces targeting small businesses has risen from 300 in November 1999 to more than 1,000 today, reports PricewaterhouseCoopers. (One recent example is the Small Business Buying Portal established by BellSouth. Companies can order products through contracts the telecom carrier negotiated, as well as participate in reverse auctions.)
Finally, Forrester Research predicts that small businesses will account for a major portion of B2B e-commerce by 2004. No wonder providers of e-procurement solutions are moving rapidly to service this market.
After checking out the marketplace, Mauk decided to go with Handtech.com, in part because he found a consultant who could work around his hectic schedule.
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Based in Austin, Texas, 4-year-old Handtech has made a name for itself by helping small businesses choose computers and system solutions through its nationwide network of some 12,000 tech consultants. Handtech also has an online catalog of more than 15,000 office and computer supplies and services, including its own line of desktop and notebook computers. One feature of the storefront is a proprietary system called SuppliesGenie, which allows users to build their own personalized supply catalogs.


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Far away from the attention of Western media, the oil-rich Gulf monarchies are currently trying to avoid being hit by the wave of uprisings and revolutions in North Africa and the Middle East. So far, they have not only been successful in doing so, they've even managed to exploit the uprisings for their own purposes. Matthias Sailer reportsMore
The Royal Opera House in Muscat, the first opera house on the Arabian Peninsula, is a symbol of the nature of the changes which have taken place in Oman. By Laura WeißmüllerMore
Thousands of Yazidis were trapped on Mount Sinjar after being forced to flee their homes by Islamic State terrorist militias. Many have fled to Syria; others have remained in Iraq. The US has provided food and water, although Washington no longer sees the need for a rescue mission. Their situation is desperate.


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You already burnt out once. You have to have some pretty thick skin to run a guild. On top of that, you're level of dedication needs to be above the rest. At least at the very beginning. Is it really a shock that when you left people vanished?
When we started, I set a deadline of when I wanted a regular run established. Had I not made it, I would have given up. It took tons of time. It also took up ALL of my game time. I wasn't able to play alts or just log in to mess around for fun. I spent the entire online time dealing with guild business.
Someone mentioned older content. That could be a plus at this point. People looking for good solid guilds are getting desperate too. With lack of leadership puts the guilds that do have established leaders in high demand.


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Josep Bohigas
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BOPBAA Arquitectura, S.L.
c/ de la Ciutat de Granada 18, baixos
Barcelona 08005
El Barcelonès
BOPBAA Arquitectura, S.L.
c/ de la Ciutat de Granada 18, baixos
Barcelona 08005
El Barcelonès
Josep Bohigas (Barcelona, 1967) writes, thinks and makes architecture: buildings, urban spaces, temporary structures, interiors, he doesn't mind. For this architect, the scale of the assignment is not a factor that changes its status or treatment. The development period, from the first idea to the finished object, is the same for every creative process and therefore, for everything that can be designed, from the front door to the organization of an area of the neighbourhood. This all-encompassing approach explains his way of understanding the city and the way its components relate to each other, from micro to macro and vice versa.
Bohigas feels committed to the city. He is critical of Barcelona design and the idea of Barcelona as a design city, which he considers a completely passé model, and he is in favour of a more practical hybridism that allows aesthetic ideals to be redefined in harmony with the evolution of its human landscape. He doesn't support either the present trend of importing decontextualized architecture designed by big names, so much as an item, even if it is what the city wants: 'Talent should be directed to real needs.'
Bohigas commits himself to regain urban surroundings, to take it away from cars so that citizens can cultivate a more intimate, working relation with public areas. The extra metres squared that inhabitants desire are on the other side of the door. However an evolution of this magnitude is only possible with simultaneous intervention of housing construction and public space, taking into account the context and social diversity of the city. With regard to households, Bohigas heralds the new revolution: shared services between neighbouring communities. The system requires a new concept of cohabitation inspired by the way hotels operate. In the middle of the crisis, who would say 'no' to living in a hotel?
The architecture that Bohigas has in mind therefore is inseparable from its social function. By organizing experimental projects, such as the multidisciplinary Barraca Barcelona (2003), with discussions about feasible alternatives to the 'invisible shanty-townism' to the eyes of the authorities, and the exhibition APTM (Construmat 2005), with six prototypes of small, low cost, sustainable, quality apartments, he shows up the architecture of trendy magazines and colour supplements in order to cause public debate about the subject. Once again, another revolution: accommodation's quality does not depend on its floor surface area. As easy and as difficult as that.
Bohigas believes that the future of these innovative approaches to the city lie in participation. An involvement that is also essential in its own work process. In BOPBAA, the studio that he opened in 1991 along with Iñaki Bakero and Francesc Pla, projects are carried out by means of multilateral dialogue between partners – the fact that there are three of them helps –, clients and collaborators. He is certain that a project can only be successful if the client is involved.
In a medium that is increasingly more dependant on technology and digital supports, Bohigas affirms that he fights for the trade's traditional techniques that seem unavoidably destined to extinction. Once he referred to BOPBAA as the last renaissance studio, in the way that without renouncing innovation, they still use drawing tables and make conventional models, which are carried out in the workshop. Architecture on paper and manual work are closely connected to the enthusiasm for the creative process and the pleasure of experimenting for the cofounder of this last renaissance studio in Barcelona, 08005, technological district 22@.
Santa Mònica Art Center
Hangar és un centre de producció d'arts visuals situat a Poblenou, Barcelona.
Hangar is a Barcelona-basedarts production centre placed in the area of Poblenou.
VEGAP is the society of authors who since the year 1990 handles the collective management of the intellectual property of the visual creators.


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Death Gods' Sauna Bath
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Mike on May 21, 2011
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Comments on Death Gods' Sauna Bath
lazy_shadow (Sat Mar 17, 2012, 8:41 pm) +3 points
i read the first couple pages and just knew this was the one...the one i would fap to
fadedsolitude28 (Tue Nov 15, 2011, 11:17 am) +2 points
This was okay...but it's not keeping my attention...*yawn*
ToshiroIreto (Thu Apr 25, 2013, 3:23 pm) +1 points
this one is weird... all the 3 stories just feel strange.
llShiSholl (Fri Nov 30, 2012, 3:08 am) +2 points
ZIP Download: http://a d f.ly/FRXzQ
PinkPuma (Sun Aug 5, 2012, 4:45 am) +2 points
LOL! This was good. Hime and Ran were frozen in the bath as punishment. I liked the Yoruichi and Kisuke page.
mangaveteran (Mon Feb 13, 2012, 3:08 pm) +1 points
I think that the tongue and penis length are the same.....
MasterGLink (Fri Sep 9, 2011, 3:18 am) +2 points
I like who made this got lazy in puttin down captain.
brandon08967 (Sat Jul 9, 2011, 8:20 pm) +1 points
isn't it captain not chief?
p00sha (Mon Aug 22, 2011, 1:50 am) +1 points
it is captain
djbleachentai (Sun Jun 5, 2011, 2:36 am) +1 points
It was really funny but too short and kinda boring !!
meyrien (Mon May 30, 2011, 8:24 am) +1 points
Faces and bodies were well-drawn, true. But it was quite boring and I didn't like it all.
WowMeMuch (Wed May 25, 2011, 12:59 am) +1 points
This is just weird....
Bl4cky (Tue May 24, 2011, 7:32 am) +1 points
Artwork was (except for Hitsugaya's penis) good, well-drawn faces and bodies but STORY?!
Why would Orihime be with someone other than Ichigo? It's just weird...
Why would Orihime be with someone other than Ichigo? It's just weird...
laugus (Mon May 23, 2011, 5:48 am) +1 points
Not the best I've ever read, but it was still pretty decent. I'd have to give it a 6.5 out of 10. lol Though, Toshiro (how the hell did they ever get Fuyushiro out of his name is beyond me, though I can't really talk since I can't translate at all) should've been a bit erm... bigger... if you know what I mean. And was it just me, or was he a bit too straight down there? What guy has a perfectly straight dick? >_> I know I don't. lol
Shotgunner (Mon Jul 4, 2011, 11:59 am) +1 points
Kanji can have multiple different pronunciations, so without furigana telling you which (which tends to only be in works aimed at a young audience, not hentai), it can sometimes be a crapshoot guessing the right one, especially if the people that did it aren't bleach fans.
Shotgunner (Tue Nov 1, 2011, 12:42 pm) +1 points
You get what you pay for.
vedina (Sun Oct 30, 2011, 3:19 pm) +1 points
cuz its not like they couldn't do a tiny amount of research on, like, the bleach wiki or something. it would only take a minute or 2
Zakufa (Mon May 23, 2011, 1:39 am) +1 points
Artwork was alright, but not great.
Translation was kind of bad....Fuyushiro? o.0
2 out of 3 on good stories.
Unohana at the end was nice. :)
Translation was kind of bad....Fuyushiro? o.0
2 out of 3 on good stories.
Unohana at the end was nice. :)
Chojie (Sun May 22, 2011, 1:49 pm) +1 points
Direct Download Link is Down!! Can Anyone fix this? :3
gran (Sun May 22, 2011, 10:32 am) +1 points
Can somebody be kind enough to post direct links? thanks :)
CDMG (Sun May 22, 2011, 9:18 am) +1 points
Ending was funny but that kinda suck though.
suiton10 (Sun May 22, 2011, 4:50 am) +1 points
¡¡¡¡hellllppppp!!!!the link is down
EroIzaak234 (Sun May 22, 2011, 2:58 am) +1 points
Made cum by a cat... oh well *puts hand on pants and faps off*
david malone (Sun May 22, 2011, 2:56 am) +1 points
Funny ending hahaha
MilfLovers (Sun May 22, 2011, 12:25 am) +1 points
So Tiny, yet his a captain.
Raiki (Sun May 22, 2011, 2:10 am) +1 points
hes like 10 -_-''
laugus (Mon May 23, 2011, 5:52 am) +1 points
Yeah... He's older than that. He just looks young for all the fangirls.
ThatGuyWhoDoesStuff (Sun May 22, 2011, 11:01 am) +1 points
i think he just looks 10
AkuheiRyoku (Sat May 21, 2011, 11:19 pm) +1 points
not bad, but I'd rather have it as Ichigo
senpai-kun (Sat May 21, 2011, 10:55 pm) +1 points
they're not blonde. but good
Kejoro (Sat May 21, 2011, 10:17 pm) +1 points
AbbaSalama (Sat May 21, 2011, 10:21 pm) +1 points
she had a wooden arm in the anime.
Kejoro (Sun May 22, 2011, 3:17 pm) +1 points
what happened?
Anime671 (Sat May 21, 2011, 9:02 pm) +1 points
that was awesome
Komamura3578 (Sat May 21, 2011, 9:02 pm) +1 points
This is epic!
Mr.TifaLockhart (Sat May 21, 2011, 8:26 pm) +1 points
finally translated.
ManiacYKT (Sat May 21, 2011, 8:24 pm) +1 points
Holy carp, this art style is awesome
FruitTwist (Sat May 21, 2011, 7:16 pm) +1 points
A cat is fine too....
Copper (Sat May 21, 2011, 7:07 pm) +1 points
But where's Chad :(
Zakufa (Mon May 23, 2011, 1:37 am) +1 points
You've made me laugh so hard. XD
Copper (Wed May 25, 2011, 1:39 am) +1 points
why's that? :)
Shizuo-kun (Sat May 21, 2011, 6:40 pm) +1 points
That was pretty amusing :P
paownya (Sat May 21, 2011, 6:38 pm) +1 points
The only thing that bugs me is the nipples.
THEY ARE TOO SMALL. It looks so weird.
THEY ARE TOO SMALL. It looks so weird.
really those are my exact thoughts so I kinda just stopped
really those are my exact thoughts so I kinda just stopped
ChronicAddict (Sat May 21, 2011, 6:59 pm) +1 points
I don't think the nipples are small. It's just that their tits are SOOOOO huge that it makes their nipples look small. I mean seriously, each tit is bigger than the girls head. It's pretty much like that in the anime though, so whatever.
paownya (Sat May 21, 2011, 11:16 pm) +1 points
yes, they are small. I am a female myself, I think I would know a thing or two about boobs.
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June 14-August 14, 2014
December 19-31, 2014
Islands of Adventure:
January 1-3, 2014
April 12-25, 2014
December 19-31, 2014
If you are planning on staying on-site at any of Universal's three resorts, you can sign up for YouFirst Rewards (Loews is the company that operates Universal's resorts). To sign up CLICK HERE
Benefits go up with the number of stays that you accumulate. Benefits include:
- Free Premium Plus Internet
- Free Fitness Center Upgrade
- Free Room Upgrade
- Late Checkout
- Guaranteed Availability
- Custom-created destination packages
- Special Welcome
- Spa, Golf, or Food & Beverage Credit valued at $100
There are currently no Florida resident discounts.
Ticket discounts
- Purchase your SeaWorld Orlando Weekday Ticket in advance and save up to $30! Ticket must be used within one year of purchase. Ticket can be purchased online here: http://seaworldorlando.com/ or by calling 888-800-5447.
Fun Card
- Pay for a day and play all year! Buy a 2014 Fun Card and enjoy unlimited general admission through 12/31/14. Price is $92 for adults and $87 for children ages 3-9. Available online or by calling 888-800-5447. Does not include admission to select special events, parking or discounts on food and merchandise. Voucher expires 12/31/14. Admission is valid during regularly scheduled operating hours. Photo ID required, photocopies will not be accepted.
Aquatica discounts
- Monthly Payment Plan - Annual passes are available for Florida residents on EZpay, a monthly payment plan. Enjoy Aquatica for just $8 per month.
Florida residents
- Florida residents can save when booking the Dolphin Swim Day Resort Package at Discovery Cove. The Package is available on select days for $219 and includes a 30-minute swim with dolphins, rays and tropical fish, the opportunity to hand-feed exotic birds and the chance to play with otters and marmosets in the Freshwater Oasis. For $149, a package without the dolphin swim is available. For an additional $49, a 30-minute, underwater guided excursion along the bottom of the Grand Reef may be added. For information or to book, visit www.discoverycove.com or call 877-557-7404. Proof of Florida residency is required at time of check-in. Blackout dates are 3/17-4/21/14 and 6/1-8/31/14. Package must be purchased by 12/31/14 for use in 2014.
Teacher's discounts
- Teacher Study Pass - Active, certified Florida K-12 grade school teachers can receive complimentary admission into SeaWorld through 12/31/14 when they present their Florida teaching certificate, recent paystub and a photo ID. There are no blackout dates. www.SeaWorldOrlandoTeachers.com
Military discounts
SeaWorld has added a special limited-time offer to the Waves of Honor program. Qualified U.S. service members and veterans can purchase 1/2 price single-day tickets to the SeaWorld parks, Busch Gardens parks and Sesame Place. This is valid for the service member and up to five guests. Tickets must be purchased by November 11, 2014 and used by December 21, 2014. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.wavesofhonor.com or at participating military bases.
- Waves of Honor - Any active duty, activated or drilling reservist or National Guardsman can register here (or at the entrance plaza at the park) and get a free day at SeaWorld Orlando for themselves and up to three family members!
Tickets must be purchased online or at participating military bases. Up to six single-day admissions can be purchased. A valid military ID and/or proof of service must be presented. Qualified service members and veterans include active, retired, honorably separated officers and enlisted personnel of the U.S. military. Included parks are SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld San Diego, Busch Gardens Tampa, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and Sesame Place.
Main Discounts Page
- Jake's Beer Dinner coming up this Friday at Royal Pacific Resort - More than 50 craft beers, food and live music by The I-4 Band make up this festival under the outdoor Wantilan Pavilion at the Royal Pacific Resort.
- Nascar Sports Grille at Universal CityWalk to close November 1 - No announcement has been made as to what will replace the restaurant.
- Universal Orlando offers military ticket discount - Purchase a one-day, park-to-park ticket and receive two free days added onto the ticket.
- VIDEO: The Fountain of Fair Fortune at Diagon Alley - The Fountain of Fair Fortune tells the story of three witches - Asha, Altheda and Amata, as well as a muggle knight, Sir Luckless.
- VIDEO: Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights 24 Preview - Halloween Horror Nights begins tomorrow - check out our preview to see what's coming this year!
- One Direction in concert at Universal Orlando November 17 - The band One Direction will be performing on an episode of the TODAY show to celebrate the release of their new album, Four. The concert will take place at CityWalk and is open to the public, no admission required.
- Blog - Universal Orlando expanding again with the new Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
- Bret Michaels to perform at this month's Velvet Sessions - VIP tickets are already sold out.
- More Haunted House and Street Experience themes announced for Halloween Horror Nights - Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights returns for 28 select nights beginning September 19.


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First off – Huge thanks to Duane Brown for an awesome event. I really got a lot out of this event and I'd urge anyone who didn't attend this year with an inclination for strategy to go… Yeah, that pretty much means everyone and anyone.
That said I took notes in form of Mind Map
It's pretty big so you'll have to jump to the image above to make sense of it. Hope somebody finds this helpful.