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Today's blog post is about how to be heard in meetings and this follows on from some of the work I've been posting on social media around getting your voice heard more often and easily in meetings.
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This work is part of a series I am putting together of helpful guides to help you be more confident at work and is part of work I am doing to set up my coaching business. I help women to be seen living their true purpose so that they can radiantly embrace a lavish life. I truly believe that we all deserve to live a powerfully meaningful life.
Now on to my top tips to start getting your voice heard today.
Preparation = Credibility
My top tip to be heard more in meetings is to PREPARE.
Prepare three to five points that you want to speak to. You can be confident going into any meeting with credible comments to make knowing you have prepared some ideas around those comments before the meeting.
Meet the Chair before the meeting = Interest
Talk to the chair of the meeting prior to the meeting and let them know that you are really wanting to contribute to the meeting and you've got some points to talk about
Tip : ask them to call on you during the meeting if you haven't spoken up.
Take in Post-Its
Take in your talking points on post-its so it's really clear that you're prepared. Everyone will be looking at you going okay, she's got the post-its so she knows what she's talking about. She's prepared! (Yes, this has happened to me. Slightly to my horror as I had only prepped those notes exactly 10 minutes before the meeting but suddenly my post its made me the expert that kept getting asked to contribute, quite possibly more than I was even hoping too. It might sound a bit silly but its a simple strategy to get people's attention and show you care.)
Eye contact = engagement
Make sure you're making regular eye contact with the people who are speaking and the chair so that when you want to speak you can be like hi, this is now my time to talk. This also makes you look really engaged.
If you look interested, engaged and credible, you'll be called on and if you're trying to get into the conversation you're more likely to be listened to and asked for your opinion.
Offer Support
The other way to contribute is to offer support for someone else's idea, ask a follow up question or offer a solution for a problem. You can do this by asking a question that prompts discussion of that solution or simply providing a suggestion.
Follow Through
If you keep following these steps in every key meeting that you're in and you do these regularly every day for four weeks, people will be asking you to contribute. They'll be putting your ideas and name on the agenda and they'll be asking your opinion leading into the meeting and during the meeting.
You have to be persistent and you have to be consistent.
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Yoga is often thought of as a series of isolated postures, designed for bodily improvement. Yet the word 'Yoga' itself means union or fusion. Yoga is a spiritual practice whose effects are both internal and external. It symbolizes the perfect balance between body and mind. Among the myriad health benefits of Yoga, the most documented is its effect on weight loss. Yoga for weight loss is a mantra advertised by fitness trainers and now international organisations like the UN in the form of International Yoga Day. Indeed yoga offers a stress free and timeless method for losing weight sans the expensive diet plans, surgery or inhibited lifestyle.
Weight loss is often talked about with reference to belly fat, hips or the overall torso. Yet the very concept of weight loss encapsulates the whole body as a unit. For instance, weight loss also leads to cosmetic enhancements through the loss of facial fat among others. Whatever the quantum or region of weight loss, Yoga leads to a holistic weight loss program with enduring benefits with specific postures or 'asanas' targeted for specific areas of the body. Got a double chin or some facial fat to lose, go for simhasana. If there is the stubborn belly fat that needs trimming, the fabled suryanamaskar in the morning is your perfect ally. The range and diversity of Yoga postures is unparalleled. Yet, as with every good thing, Yoga too has its fair share of 'dos' and 'don'ts'.
Even though there is no prescribed diet plan for yoga, a balanced diet is vital to the success of the practice of yoga. The practice of yoga is best in the morning hours and in general during the day. Its no coincidence that the International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21st, the date of the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere. There are also specific postures or asanas that should be avoided in case of preexisting physical conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, spinal implants etc.
Yoga offers a host of health benefits that do not conform just to cosmetic value. It is a wholesome way of life that promotes a harmony with one's inner self. Its westernised counterparts might offer a faster and more pragmatic path to weight loss and other benefits. Yet, the organic nature of yoga coupled with its deliberate pace introduces the practitioner to a natural and therapeutic lifestyle. It also introduces values of patience, humility and cooperation which are priceless while undergoing a weight loss regime. The shortcuts of diet pills and weight training might produce instant results. But yoga goes much beyond the realms of a physical regimen; it is a breaking of inhibitions and a journey to a happier and healthier life.

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Jessie Marion King, 1875-1949
Biographical note
Scottish illustrator mostly of children's books. She also designed jewelry and fabric, and painted pottery.
- The high history of the Holy Graal / translated from the French by Sebastian Evans. [London : J. M. Dent & co, 1903]
- Good King Wenceslas, a carol
- The songs of the Ettrick shepherd / James Hogg; with illustrations by Jessie M. King [London ; Edinburgh : T. N. Foulis, ]
- The grey city of the north a book of drawings by Jessie M. King. Published 1910 by T. N. Foulis in Edinburgh, London .
- The city of the west. [24 drawings in photogravure of Old Glasgow] by Jessie M. King. Published 1912 by L. Phillips in Boston .


text: Oprah Book Club–phenom Mitchard enters the subgenre of "first-day-at-school" books with insouciant charm. Young Rory the raccoon hides from his parents when they want him to have his very first sleepover at his cousins' house, while the adults attend the semi-annual gourmet garbage party. After several surprisingly enjoyable nights with the cousins, Rory knows that time is nigh for attendance at the Remarkable Raccoon Suburban School. By now he feels ready. Until now, any deviation in color of the text is usually a shouted "NO!" from Rory, who is not quite ready to face up to the situation. At the end, his parents' "NO" is rendered in red ink, suddenly unready to send Rory to school. Rory exuberantly shouts out "YES!" Rátz de Tagyos's illustrations add tremendously to the humor—though these are strange-looking raccoons. However, the facial expressions, the warm interior color palette and the vivid deep blue of the evening sky grab the viewer's interest. Numerous examples of visual humor should amuse readers. For its theme, there is nothing unique, but combine the text with the illustrations and there are some very resourceful raccoons on the loose. (Picture book. 3-6)


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Ever wonder where all the wedding editors go to learn about the latest wedding trends and the hottest vendors? Well now you can get your own backstage pass to the wedding industry at WhoWhatWeddings.com. The Web site offers access to the industry's top professionals and event. The site features images and videos in a blog format so brides can easily scroll through to see what's happening in the bridal world.
WhoWhatWeddings.com is a collaborative effort between a variety of industry professionals including bridal and fashion photographer Barnaby Draper and wedding publicists Leila and Kellee Khalil from Be Inspired PR.
The video featured below is an interview by Kellee Khalil with Mark Masone of Flowers by Topaz at last week's Wedding Bootcamp. Mark shares his wedding flower tips for brides-to-be, including the most important questions to ask your florist and when to book one. —Anne Chertoff


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Biotique Bio Sandalwood Face and Body Sun Lotion - ReviewJuly 30, 2015
Has it ever happened to you that you order a product only to realize when it reaches home that you already have an extra bottle stocked up. Yes, it happened to me with not just one but two products, both from Biotique. One was the Biotique Bio Almond Oil Soothing Face and Eye Makeup Cleanser and the other is this sunscreen being reviewed here. And..... inspite of this mistake, I was least worried. Yes, because these are my beauty staples! I keep repurchasing them anyway; so having a bottle extra, hardly bothers me. You might have guessed already......... I love them both!!!
Product Description
100% Natural, Organically Pure, and Free from Chemical Preservatives!!
A sturdy plastic bottle with a screw-open green cap. Travel friendly. Also available in a tube.
Shelf Life
3 years from date of manufacture
My Experience
This sunscreen is available in both bottle and tube, as already mentioned. The consistency is a bit thick; so a tube would be a better option. I have transferred this to my empty Olay Total Effects Cream + Serum Duo bottle which has a pump, and have been happily using it.
It has a pleasant, mild and natural sandalwood fragrance which I like. It blends and gets absorbed by your skin easily. Gives a nice glow too.
For my dry skin, it is perfect and moisturizes well. In very hot weather or for oily skin, it may feel just a little bit heavy on face but then you can just reduce the quantity and use. I have noticed that it is more moisturizing on the face than on body which makes it great to use on your body in summers. It is non-sticky too!
It does prevent tanning to a great extent. I have not used it during long hours of continuously being in the sun. However, it works just fine during non-extreme, normal sun exposure. I hope I was clear.
I have been using this for Junior for the past 2 years; that is, since he was 5 1/2 years old. His skin looks fine although he does get tanned once in a while. Please note that it is impossible to completely escape tanning under extreme sun, no matter what you use. You can only reduce the extent of sun damage on your skin.
Another great quality is that it makes an excellent tinted moisturizer base. Just mix in a drop or two of your favourite BB/CC cream or foundation, and you have a superior quality TM that is much better than the so-called TMs available in the market right now.
I wish to clear another doubt that you may have. If it is free of preservatives, then how can it have a shelf life of 3 years? Because it has natural preservatives!!! It is logical to have this doubt since Biotique has labelled it to be just 'preservative free'. They actually meant and should change it to 'Free from chemical preservatives'. Biotique has also confirmed the same. Some of the natural ingredients in this sunscreen like sandalwood and honey have preservative qualities, thereby removing the need of chemical ones.
Lastly, though I have temporarily paused using this to try out other stuff, I have still been a long-term user and would like to point out its benefits in the long run. Over a period of time, say like 3 months, it makes your skin clearer by reducing marks, irrespective of whether you use less or more lotion each time. It will not remove stubborn pigmentation but definitely improves your skin texture and lightens it too. One of the reasons why I dislike highly priced products that do not work, is because I find effective and reasonably priced products in this brand. That said, it doesn't stop me from trying them out in eternal hope.
- Prevents tanning during normal sun exposure
- Lightens skin and improves texture with regular and continuous usage
- Can be used on face and body
- Water resistant
- High SPF 50 UVA/UVB sun protection
- All-natural ingredients
- Suitable for all skin types and for kids too
- Makes an excellent tinted moisturizer base
- Organically pure; free from chemical preservatives
- Dermatologist tested
- Not tested on animals
- Affordably priced
- Easily available
- Can't think of any
Overall Impression
A high, broad spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen that can be used on face and body.
A 3 in 1 Moisturizer, Sunscreen and Lightening product.
100% Natural Ingredients with natural preservatives.
Quality and Quantity at an affordable price.
Highly recommended!!!


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Minister Basil Rajapaksa has said that the development war in an independent Sri Lanka has now commenced.
The Minister said it is an uphill task to make Sri Lanka a developed country after being a least developed country for 60 years rather than the issue which plagued the island for 30 years. However, hopes can be placed in overcoming this situation as vast development was now taking place in the country. He pointed out that not only the World Bank and the IMF but even many economic experts have endorsed the success of the Government's economic programme. The Minister pointed out that as they won the freedom war, they were sure to achieve success in the development war.
The Minister was speaking after vesting in the public, the Pragathi Mawatha and Jayagath Mawath in Kahathuduwa. These were improved under the programme of developing the country by improving the village. The required grants for this work was provided by the Economic Development Minsitry. Financial assistance and housing assistance were provided to families of war heroes who made supreme sacrifices during the humanitarian operation. Minister Bandula Gunawardena also addressed the gathering.


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Output device
An output device is any piece of computer hardware item which utilizes whatever data and commands from your computer in order to perform a task. This leads to the results of data processing carried out by an information processing system (such as a computer) which converts the electronically generated information into human-readable form.[1][2]
Display devices
A display device is an output device that visually conveys text, graphics, and video information. Information shown on a display device is called soft copy because the information exists electronically and is displayed for a temporary period of time. Display devices include CRT monitors, LCD monitors and displays, gas plasma monitors, and televisions.[3]
There are many input and output devices such as multifunction printers and computer-based navigation systems that are used for specialized or unique applications.[1] In computing, input/output refers to the communication between an information processing system (such as a computer), and the outside world. Inputs are the signals or data received by the system, and outputs are the signals or data sent from it.
Types of output
Some types of output are text, graphics, tactile,[4] audio, and video. Text consists of characters that are used to create words, sentences, and paragraphs. Graphics are digital representations of nontext information such as drawings, charts, photographs, and animation . Tactile output such as raised line drawings may be useful for some individuals who are blind. Audio is music, speech, or any other sound. Video consists of images played back at speeds to provide the appearance of full motion.[3]
Graphics (Visual)
A digital image is a numeric representation of an image stored on a computer. They don't have any physical size until they are displayed on a screen or printed on paper. Until that point, they are just a collection of numbers on the computer's hard drive that describe the individual elements of a picture and how they are arranged.[5] Some computers come with built-in graphics capability of . Others need a device, called a graphics card or graphics adapter board, that has to be added.[6] Unless a computer has graphics capability built into the motherboard, that translation takes place on the graphics card.[7] Depending on whether the image resolution is fixed, it may be of vector or raster type. Without qualifications, the term "digital image" usually refers to raster images also called bitmap images. Raster images that are composed of pixels and is suited for photo-realistic images. Vector images which are composed of lines and co-ordinates rather than dots and is more suited to line art, graphs or fonts.[5] To make a 3-D image, the graphics card first creates a wire frame out of straight lines. Then, it rasterizes the image (fills in the remaining pixels). It also adds lighting, texture and color.[7]
Haptic technology, or haptics, is a tactile feedback technology which takes advantage of the sense of touch by applying forces, vibrations, or motions to the user.[8] Several printers and wax jet printers have the capability of producing raised line drawings. There are also handheld devices that use an array of vibrating pins to present a tactile outline of the characters or text under the viewing window of the device.[4]
Speech output systems can be used to read screen text to computer users. Special software programs called screen readers attempt to identify and interpret what is being displayed on the screen[9] and speech synthesizers convert data to vocalized sounds or text.[6] also it is used to produce music, speech or other sounds
These examples of output devices also include input/output devices.[10][11] Printers and visual displays are the most common type of output device for interfacing to people, but voice is becoming increasingly available.[12]
- Speakers
- Headphones
- Screen (Monitor)
- Printer
- Punched card input/output
- Punched tape
- Voice output communication aid
- Automotive navigation system
- Braille embosser
- Video
- Plotter
- Wireless
- 1 2 "Data Processing Concept" (PDF). The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). pp. 24–37. Retrieved 2 June 2012.
- ↑ "output device Definition from PC Mag". Encyclopedia. The Computer Language Company Inc. PCMag.com. Retrieved 2 June 2012.
- 1 2 Lemley, Linda. "Chapter 6: Output". Discovering Computers. University of West Florida. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- 1 2 "Accommodations For Vision Disabilities". Energy.gov. Office of the Chief information Officer. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- 1 2 "Understanding digital images". Using digital images in teaching and learning. University of Reading. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- 1 2 Fay-Wolfe, Victor. "How Computers Work: Input and Output". University of Rhode Island.
- 1 2 Jeff Tyson and Tracy V. Wilson. "How Graphics Cards Work". Hardware Basics. HowStuffWorks, Inc. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- ↑ Robles De-La-Torre, Gabriel. "What is "Haptics"?". Haptic Technology: an animated explanation. International Society for Haptics. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- ↑ Burgstahler, Sheryl. "Working Together: People with Disabilities and Computer Technology". DO-IT. University of Washington. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- ↑ "Input devices, processing and output devices". GCSE Bitesize. BBC. Retrieved 2 June 2012.
- ↑ Kim, Daeryong. "Hardware Output Devices". Fundamental Microcomputer Information Technology. The University of Mississippi. Retrieved 2 June 2012.
- ↑ "Search Results - Oxford Reference - output device". A Dictionary of Computing. Oxford University Press. 2008. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
See also
- Computer-controlled milling machines
- Digital image processing
- Display device
- Graphics chip
- Input device
- Graphical user interface
- Peripheral
- Rapid prototyping


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Arsene Wenger believes that Serge Gnabry has a big chance of going to next summer's World Cup with his German teammates this year as the youngster continues to impress for Arsenal.
Gnabry has been handed more chances by Wenger this season having made eight appearances for the club so far. But his stand-out performance against Tottenham in the third round of the FA Cup at the beginning of the year has left many talking about just how good the teenager can be as his development in north London continues.
The 18 year old is hoping to continue to impress in the lead-up to the 2014 World Cup and while he is yet to make his debut for the Germany senior side Wenger insists that Joachim Low will be looking at the midfielder as he begins to decide who will be boarding the plane to Brazil.
"There is more than a small chance. There's a big chance," Wenger told the Arsenal website when asked about Gnabry being selected for Germany. "We are looking at a guy who has good individual talent, he can go past people, is a good finisher and has a very good football brain with good vision.
"I am not afraid with him. I have shown that against Tottenham - it was a big game. He has convinced many people that he at least deserves another chance.
"He was influential in that game, and until now when I played him he has always had an impact on the game."
Gnabry made the move to Arsenal from VfB Stuttgart in 2011 and was quickly promoted from the youth set-up by Wenger. He made four appearances for the senior side in the 2012-13 season and the manager clearly believes that despite being still in his teens he can stand tall alongside German teammates Per Mertesacker, Lukas Podolski and Mesut Ozil.
His experiences playing alongside this trio could encourage Low into considering the youngster, but his performances in the second half of the season - particularly give Theo Walcott's absence - will likely decide whether he receives a call up.


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Godzilla S.O.P. (choir)
Mono channel sound installation for 8-16 P.A speakers, wood stands.
Dimensions variable. 2015.
Godzilla S.O.P. (choir) is a sound installation running alongside the Godzilla S.O.P. video. It uses one of the sound channels from the video (i.e. the one with the Godzilla roar) and turns it into a concert for "monster" voices in a separate space.


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Announcing: Release 4.1
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art talks
Exhibiting Artist Giselle Hicks
Join us in the Main Gallery to listen and learn from one of our exhibiting artists, Giselle Hicks. Her ceramic artwork on display in Groundbreaking: Innovations in Clay is not to be missed! Giselle will be discussing the three different bodies of work she has pursued over the last 15 years of her career, how they have evolved and how she has successfully made them available to a wider audience. Giselle is the Studio Coordinator in the ceramics department at Anderson Ranch Art Center and will give a brief synopsis of the programs they offer.
After her talk, Giselle will demonstrate the basic coil and pinch techniques that she will expand on during her workshop on Saturday, April 8th.
Speaker Bio:
Originally from California, I received my BFA from Syracuse University and my MFA from NYSCC of Ceramics at Alfred University in New York. I've participated in various artist-in-residence programs including the Anderson Ranch Art Center, the Arts/Industry Program at the Kohler Company, The Clay Studio in Philadelphia, The Greenwich House Pottery and The Archie Bray Foundation. My work has been exhibited at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, The Belger Arts Center in Kansas City, The John Michael Kohler Art Center and The Bellevue Art Museum and the Southwest School of Art. My work is available for sale through Ferrin Contemporary, BAZAZAS, James May Gallery, The Northern Clay Center and the Archie Bray Foundation.


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|Australian brokers and Property information.
These are my favourite brokers in terms of service and value for money found in Australia:
Brokers in Australia may be mortgage brokers, insurance brokers or even stock brokers. This website is concerned with real estate (often seen misspelt as "realestate") for sale, Australian realtors and realty in Australia. Properties for sale and property valuations may have complex issues only experts such as The Mortgage Bureau fully understand. Their staff have the ability to help apply common sense guidance to your investment needs.
They can also advise you how to purchase wisely rural properties, land, homes, houses, units, villas and property listings such as farms for sale in most areas of Australia. Real estate in Sydney is a little different from other Australian real estate, as prices may be a little above what you can afford, particularly your first home. In saying that, Sydney real estate has the best long term asset growth with similar requirements in other states and territories of Australia for pest reports, building reports and termite inspections -otherwise known as pre-purchase property inspections.
Mortgage Broking and Real Estate in Australia
Trying to work out which lenders suit your needs can be a very time consuming process. More and more people are turning to mortgage brokers to assist them in selecting the right loan for their needs. You will find that a quality broker will assist you with the whole process of tracking down the right loan.
At the end of your appointment with your broker you should be familiar with:
Which lenders are best suited to your requirements
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The perfect companion piece to any sofa or comfy chair? An ottoman! The matching accessory to the Brannon living room collection by A.R.T. Furniture, this ottoman is both simple and stylish. Built to last with a fully padded hardwood frame, gray tweed upholstery combines with its dark wooden block feet for a tailored yet versatile look.


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Three Kinds of Rumah Di Jual
If you are trying to sell your rumah; you always have to be able to show it to possible buyers. This will go much better if you are able to create a good impression, which is considerably more important when there are many rumah dijual on the market in a depressed economy. This can start adding some basic improvements for example a thorough cleaning or painting, or it could imply that you'll want to some simple renovations to put your house in top condition.
While you are making these improvements to your property you have to bear in mind you aren't making the alterations so that it is more comfortable for you to live in it, but to enable you to make it look its best so that it looks better to buyers than other area rumah dijual. You want to place yourself in the place of prospective buyers so that you can see the things they see. If they can picture themselves in your rumah, it will be more tempting to make a suitable offer.
Secondly, you can get a lot of classified adverts for houses on the web. There are many such commercials available on the internet. There are several websites that really help you limit your research by price, locality along with other features. Thus, you could find listings that match your choices. Furthermore, you'll find real estate property classifieds from any corner of the world while sitting at rumah. As a result, searching the online world for ideal homes is a great idea if you are searching for real estate outside the country.
Thirdly, you can hire the services of a agent. They're professionals in this subject and have access to real estate listings as many homeowners also choose their services when selling their properties. They can be useful for finding a rumah that is within your budget. Even so, these agents impose a commission which means you will need to pay more if you decide on a house through them.
Lastly, you will find the least fiscally beneficial option, which is the standard sale that negotiates directly with the rumah owner. It will take the shortest period of time to negotiate and close. The homeowners can handle flexibility in home repairs upon inspection and even assisting with closing costs, nevertheless they determine the value and the leeway the buyer needs to negotiate or they could start working on another buyer. Regardless of option a homebuyer has got to choose based on his / her financial state. You can find good and bad points to all three options. It is up to the buyers either to watch for better market conditions or accept the result of their options today.


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You all know I'm a Star Wars Nerd to the 100th degree of nerdiness. So of course I celebrate Star Wars day:
May 4th
or as we nerds like to say . . .
"May The Fourth Be With You!"
I found some Star Wars cereal at the store & saved it just for Star Wars Day. I hate to say it, but it was disgusting. ha ha ha.
But at least we were eating out of R2D2 bowls right? (Because I actually have R2D2 bowls that we use on a regular daily basis)
Canyon was the only one who liked it.
But because we all love Star Wars, we all wore Star Wars shirts for the day (because, yes we all have Star Wars shirts).
Trek wore one of Bladen's shirts. The fact that he fit into an 8 year old's shirt makes me laugh.
It was a great day. We watched Star Wars, had Star Wars character shaped pasta for dinner. . . it was a great day.
May the Force Be With You.


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North Dakota's Economic Growth Outpaces All Other States for Fourth Consecutive Year
North Dakota's Economic Growth Outpaces All Other States for Fourth Consecutive Year
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Jun 11 2014
ND Governor's Office
For the past four years, North Dakota's economy has continued to outpace all other states, according to information released today by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). Factors driving the state's robust economy include continued growth in economic production, new jobs and rising wages.
North Dakota's gross domestic product (GDP), a measure of total economic production, increased 9.7 percent last year to top economic growth among all states for the fourth straight year. Mineral resources, including oil and gas extraction and coal mining, contributed 3.6 percent to North Dakota's GDP growth.
"It's very encouraging that our continued economic growth stems from nearly every business sector and that no single industry tells the whole story of the great progress we're making," Gov. Jack Dalrymple said. "Moving forward, we will continue to support economic growth through low taxes, a sensible and effective regulatory environment and a state government that is responsive to the needs of its people and businesses."
In 2013, North Dakota's economy produced a record $49.8 billion. In the past four years, North Dakota's economy has averaged an annual growth rate of about 12 percent compared to the national economy's growth rate of 2 percent.
Wyoming produced the nation's second strongest state economy in 2013, with a growth rate of 7.6 percent. The nation's GDP growth rate slowed to 1.8 percent last year, after increasing 2.5 percent in 2012, the BEA reports.
North Dakota's continued economic growth is reflected in many areas of commerce including manufacturing, agriculture, the energy industry, construction, transportation, wholesale trade, retail trade and the finance and insurance sectors.
Other statistics that detail the state's economic progress include:
North Dakota has created 116,600 net jobs since 2000.
North Dakota's per-capita personal income of $57,084 represents the strongest income growth in the nation. In 2000, North Dakota's per-capital personal income ranked 38
in the nation. Today, North Dakota's personal income ranks second among all states.
The state continues to have the nation's lowest unemployment rate, at just 2.6 percent.
The BEA report can be viewed at
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Funding for programs offered by WCHS come from a wide variety of sources including United Way, Waynesboro Fellowship of Churches, individuals, local churches, businesses and organizations. Other services are funded by human service agencies, grants and/or public funds from state and local governments.
WCHS center is open Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon and 1 PM - 3:30 PM , Wednesday 9 AM – 12 Noon and Thursday from1PM - 6 PM. Please call 717-762-6941 to set up an appointment or for more information.
- Food Bank
- Clothing Bank
- Emergency Financial Assistance
- Diaper Bank
- Information and Referral
- Community Health Nurse
- Counseling Services
- Community Involvement
WCHS | Food Bank
Clients may visit our Food Pantry
Clients may visit our Food Pantry once every 6 weeks. Our food bank is a choice food bank allowing the clients to pick the cereal, cans of fruit, vegetables, pasta, meats, etc that they know their family will eat. The income guideline for clients using our food bank is 150% of the federal poverty guidelines. The majority of the food in our food pantry is donated through food drives held by the Boy Scouts, the post office, churches, schools, and local businesses. Weekly donations of food are received from Walmart, Food Lion and Martins. We are a member of the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank.
WCHS | Clothing Bank
Clients may visit our Clothing Bank
Thanks to donations from the community our clothing bank is well stocked with clothing, shoes and coats for men, women, and children. We also have household items such as dishes, pots and pans, small appliances, bedding, towels and miscellaneous items for our clients to select as needed. Visits are limited to once a week. There is no charge for any item in our clothing bank.
WCHS | Emergency Financial Assistance
Clients may request assistance from our our Emergency Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance is available to clients in the 125% of the federal poverty guideline or less to prevent utility shut offs, first month or late rent payments to prevent homelessness, fuel oil, prescriptions and gas to get to work or to a doctor's appointment. WCHS is authorized to fill out LIPURP and Dollar Energy applications.
WCHS | Diaper Bank
Clients may visit our Diaper Bank
Families within the 125% HHS poverty guideline can receive help with diapers through WCHS. Clients are able to purchase diapers and wipes at a reduced rate once a month. A second pack of diapers and wipes can be received each month for free through a grant that we received through the Harrisburg Catholic Diocese.
WCHS | Information and Referral
We help clients with Information and Referral
The staff is available to help individuals in the community find specific services or programs they need. Applications for public assistance and LIHEAP are available. Those wishing such help should contact the center at 717-762-6941.
WCHS | Community Health Nurse
Clients may visit our Community Health Nurse
Waynesboro Community & Human Services offers the Community Nurse program to individuals who live within the Borough of Waynesboro. Through a grant from Summit Endowment it has recently been expanded to include residents of Washington Twp. The Community Nurse program offers a variety of in home health care services. Long and short term nursing treatment is available, Individual personal care plans, etc. Services are available daily, weekly, monthly or occasionally. Services may include administration of medication, diabetic monitoring, insulin syringe prep and/or administration, treatments, wound care, etc. For more information or to reach the Community Nurse please call 717-860-3081.


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Linux is badly attempting to reach the 99% of PC users. Most of the PC users are using netbooks, notebooks, tablets, smartphones.
Most PC users do NOT have a "spare hard disk". Ur still in the last century.
On all my single drive portables, I have two op sys boot-ups. Netbook % notebook used to have Win7, 32 & 64 bit respectively. 64 bit is a pain in both Windows & Linux - I have 4gb ram at the most.
My HTC HD2 smartphone runs Win 6.5 & Android. 3 other portable computers are using PINGUY, SUPER-OS, MINT & sometimes legally timid Ubuntu.
Like most PC users, I don't program, don't edit multimedia, don't want to know about silly "libraries", primitive CLI (command line idiots), "programming languages" that every PC User is forced to eventually meet in Linux.
Easily fragile children like attacking the messenger of the truth. The obsessives stuck in the code hacking are so easily proud of how unfriendly Linux is. On behalf of the 99% of PERSONAL computer users, I'm waiting for the time when Linux and its obsessives grow up.
At his stage I'm examining whether my file categorization system will tidy up the mess of categories in Linux. Low priority for me - since I have much friendlier, versatile, powerfl, better-apped Windows to use. Like 99% of PC users.


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I leave my computer on all day and overnight and don't ever shut it down. I turn the moniter and speakers off at night when I go to bed. Will anything bad happen if I don't turn the actual computer off?
No, computers have no problem running 24/7 however to save your electricity bill you might want to put it to sleep if its not actually doing any downloading or stuff, usually you have a key on the keyboard with a half moon symbol for sleep mode..
i hate computers!
but cant help myself....
If it has to be on 24/7, then check your BIOS settings to see whether C-State is enabled so that your computer spends a minimum of power. If possible, also buy a gfx card that consumes little power when computer is idle by reducing core/memory clocks, such as AMD Radeon 5xxx series.
Computers go bad from time used. If you do have them actually on they could fail more quickly.
From an environmental, fire hazard, security and hardware point of view you should not.
I put all my computer's and every ac adapter, phone jack, nic jack on a power strip that protects everything. When not in use power it all off..
I know that no power is being used. No fire can exist from any failed part, my ac isn't being used, my carbon footprint is reduced, hackers have a harder time trying to get may data. Power drops or spikes can't damage parts or data.
Look at the reasons you want it on. Sleep and hybrid sleep and hibernate are great choices still. I keep a small atom based htpc on only to record shows at night. It wakes from about 5W use to 22 watts. A common pc could use 100W or more in sleep mode.
Why did it take me over a year to phone in a problem to ATT?
... capacitors dry out and fail after switch off/switch on, transfer paste dries out on chip faces, save yourself time and money switch off when not in use.


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Accessory Pit is an authorized dealer for Hannigan Motorsports, California Side Cars, and Neosho trailers.
Please take a look at the trailers we have available for immediate delivery.
If you don't see something that interests you, click on the icons to the left to start building the trailer that suits your needs! If these are not what you are looking for, please stop by the store or give us a call, we are familiar with many other motorcycle trailer options and will be glad to help you find just what you need.


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|Bag, Jeans, Scarf, Necklace & Ring: WalMart | Top: Peebles | Boots: Urbanog
I have been in love with this top since I laid eyes on it. I really like the little zippers on the shoulders and the high-low look. Not to mention, it's really easy to do simple pattern mixing because the back has stripes but the front is plain. I'm a big fan. It's one of the only items I've bought from Peebles that I've been overwhelmingly pleased with. Usually I get something from there and, while it will do, it just slightly misses the mark for me. To be frank, I've bought a good bit of times from them, yet can only think of four items I have in my closet and actually love to wear from them. That's actually pretty sad, considering I have more items from the dollar store that I consider to be better clothing. Time to up your game, Peebles.


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What's Cooking?
Over the last few years, our family has become truely multicultural, and every new member in the family brings in new ideas, and fresh food cultures with them! I still am a staunch vegetarian, and in fact, on my way to becoming grain-free! However, the irony in my life ...I have married into a family of equally staunch non-vegetarians!
And so, in this blog we will feature all cusines - from different states, countries, veg, non-veg, anything and everything! We'll have posts from all the Inspired Cooks in our extended family!
Eat Well and Stay Well!
Banana, Walnut & Love MuffinsMonday, November 24, 2008
4 comments:
Chitra said...
Slurp slurp!Yummmmmy!
YOSEE said...
panda is doing what i am - coveting !!!!
Nazarina A said...
This muffin of love came at the right moment for me!!! Scrumptious!
I have an award for you Dibs and co.
Kitchen Flavours said...
Wish i was that Panda. I could have gulped it all. Muffins look soft and yum. Healthy too.
This is regarding the comment you left on my blog on French fries. In the recipe, Potatoes are very starchy veggies. To reduce the starch level in the potatoes i soaked them up in cool water. And frying it twice only because they are not boiled. When you fry them on high flame or high heat they will not get cooked inside and get burnt also. So, fry them once and take on the tissue and then fry on the medium heat to get cooked and crisp. Hope you got the point. Any more doubts please leave a mesage. Thank you for asking me. Take care, Bye.


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Black – Cheats
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BFG Code
Enter the following code to enable access to the BFG.
Effect Password Unlocks BFG FG6S-WFZG-7MDP-PZGT
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City Streets level-Unlock BFG (M249 Machine Gun) Cheat
Enter any of the following codes as your profile name. Make sure you include the - symbol when entering the code (it's next to the ! symbol). After entering the code and clicking "Done", you'll be able to enter your real profile name. This is how you know the code was accepted. When you begin the first level, you'll have an M249 machine gun instead of your normal gun.
Effect Password Unlocks BFG gun for City Streets level EG4P-ZGUJ-6SQJ-3X68 Unlocks BFG gun for City Streets level HQ6G-ZP3B-C5LE-WMXA Unlocks BFG gun for City Streets level 5SQQ-STHA-ZFFV-7XEV
Unlock the BFG for Veblensk City.
Enter the password as your profile name, including the hyphens.
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By completing the game on the various difficulty settings, you will unlock a certain reward.
Unlockable How to Unlock Black Ops difficulty setting Complete the game on the Hard difficulty setting. Have M16A2-All Levels Complete the game on the Black Ops difficulty setting. The M16A2 can be used on any difficulty setting once unlocked. Silver Weapons (unlimited ammo) Complete the game on either the Normal or Hard difficulty setting to unlock them for that difficulty level.
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by Venia Veselovsky
The Gulf of California is located in the Pacific Ocean, between Baja and the mainland of Mexico. The geographical area of the Gulf of California is formed by an almost uninterrupted chain of mountains, which makes the water climate more continental compared to other seas. The Gulf is also known as the Sea of Cortes and the Vermilion Sea.
Our class went to the Baja Peninsula. The peninsula was discovered in 1533 by Spanish conqueror Herman Cortes. The reason that we chose Baja is because it is home to a unique and rich ecosystem, with a wide range of indigenous species and over 5000 macro invertebrates (which we went to study). We joined a group called Ecology Project International (EPI). The Gulf has more then 900 islands, and we visited one of them called Isla Espiritu Santos. We stayed at the island for 4 days, where we went sea star monitoring and learned about benthic marine invertebrates. Most of Baja California is a desert, with a very low rainfall of only 6.2 Inches a year. This makes Baja have almost no agriculture and vegetation. Living in Canada, our class is used to cold winters, tons of snow, mosquitos, and vegetation everywhere we look. That makes the desert environment in Baja a big change to us. When we first laid our eyes on the land most of us hadn't seen a cactus in our life, and when some of us learnt there was more than one cactus we were flabbergasted.
The water in the Gulf of California was also another big change; we knew that it was going to be salt water, but the strange bit is the water gets unusually high heat flows called Hydrothermal Activity. This comes from convection currents in the mantle rising beneath the Gulf. In conclusion, the trip to Baja was amazing. We learnt all about macro invertebrates, and all sorts of indigenous species. This was a trip in a lifetime that I will never forget.


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Several parts of hill states Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh were in the grip of bitter cold on Saturday with temperatures dipping below freezing point.
Several parts of hill states Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh were in the grip of bitter cold on Saturday with temperatures dipping below freezing point.
At minus 11 degrees Celsius, Gulmarg ski resort in north Kashmir was the coldest in the state on Saturday.
"The minimum temperature in Gulmarg dropped to minus 10.6 degrees Celsius on Saturday while it was 0.6 in Srinagar, minus 6.5 in Pahalgam and minus 4.6 in Leh town of Ladakh region," an official of the Srinagar met office told IANS.
In the Jammu region, the minimum temperatures were 6.5 in Jammu city, 6.7 in Katra town, 2 in Batote and Bannihal and 0.5 degrees in Bhaderwah.
A day after it witnessed mild snowfall, Himachal Pradesh's popular tourist destination of Manali recorded the season's lowest temperature of minus 1.6 degrees Celsius on Saturday.
The temperature remained below the freezing point at many places in the state, an official of the Shimla meteorological office told IANS, adding the weather would remain largely dry.
Keylong, headquarters of Lahaul-Spiti district, saw a minimum temperature of minus 1.1 degrees Celsius as it recorded 10 cm snow, while Kalpa in Kinnaur district, witnessed 11 cm snow and recorded a low of minus 2.6 degrees Celsius. Dharamshala recorded a maximum of 6.8 degrees.
State capital Shimla was cold at three degrees as it saw 35.4 mm rain in the past 24 hours.
Nearby destination Kufri and Narkanda recorded mild spells of snowfall on Friday.
After a foggy morning, the national capital experienced a cloudy Saturday and the chilliest day in last four years as winds across the city took the maximum temperature down to 15.7 degrees Celsius, seven notches below average, the met office said. The weather is expected to be similar on Sunday too.
In the plains of Punjab, Sikh holy city Amritsar recorded a minimum temperature of 4.4 degrees, making it the coldest place in the state. Industrial city Ludhiana recorded a low of 8.2 degrees.
In Haryana, Narnaul town recorded minimum temperature of 8.3 degrees.
Chandigarh experienced some sunshine on Saturday after being lashed by light showers on Friday. The city recorded a maximum temperature of 19.2 degrees, three degrees below normal.
Weather officials said that the "western disturbance", or an extra tropical storms in the Mediterranean Sea that causes rain and snow in India, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh, which was active over Jammu and Kashmir for the last three days, had weakened and weather across the state was likely to improve.


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Sculpture Club's track, "Not Impressed," from the forthcoming Songs from Under the Floorboard, Vol. 1 compilation LP, is up now at Stereogum!!
Songs from Under the Floorboard, Vol. 1, curated by Dave Cantrell (XRAY.fm / Songs From Under the Floorboard / Out From the Shadows Festival), features rare and exclusive tracks from 10 of the best post-punk and darkwave bands from around the world, and includes a booklet with artwork and information from each.
$2-$3 from the sale of each physical LP will be donated to Planned Parenthood (pending final production costs; Accident Prone will make no profit), and the bands have agreed to forego all digital proceeds, in perpetuity, to the cause.
Pre-orders are live now!!
Songs From Under the Floorboard Track List
Side A
1. Shadow Age - Youth
2. Annex - Modern Age
3. Perralobo - Suelo de Cristal
4. Ötzi - Zebra Cruiser
5. Vice Device - Litanies & Lies
Side B
6. Golden Apes - Voykova (The Healing)
7. Ghost Noise - We Are Not Lovers
8. Sculpture Club - Not Impressed
9. Bernays Propaganda feat. Mike Watt - Nisto Nema da ne Razdeli
10. Forever Grey - Trespasser
For more information on Songs From Under the Floorboard, please contact Grandstand Media:
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Finance & Administration Manager
Sanyo Airconditioners Europe Srl
Finance & Admin department management, team of 10 People taking care of accounting, finance and controlling for HQ. Reporting coordination for 6 branches in Europe.
Reporting to CFO I'm in charge of following activities:- Lead HQ accounting team based in Milan and support activities of other six european branches;- Review of cost centers' structure and charts of accounts in order to get full integration of all branches; - Consolidated Balance Sheet and Reporting;- Focus on cash flow in Italian business with special attention to credit management after reorganisation of the credit manageme nt procedures and introduction of KPI related, outstanding recovery was achieved, reduction of 50% of overdue amounts and 27 days DSO reduction in one year;- Implementation of J-Sox procedures in the company in all departments;- SAP system improvements; - Support to Italian GM with reporting and ad hoc analysis


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The Opportunity
Mesirow Financial is a leading, independent diversified financial services firm with headquarters in Chicago, and locations across the globe. The firm aims to understand, anticipate and meet our clients' financial needs with a multitude of high-quality products and services. With expertise in Investment Management, Capital Markets and Investment Banking (CMIB), Mesirow Financial provides tailored and innovative solutions institutions, public sector entities, corporations and individuals.
A key component of our CMIB division is the Sale-Leaseback Capital group, which is a fully integrated net lease investment and asset management group. The team has completed more than 150 sale-leaseback transactions valued at over $3 billion in recent years. The Associate will be actively involved in all facets of the Sale-Leaseback Capital team's real estate acquisition process, with a focus on assisting with business development and facilitating introductions to new acquisition targets. To learn more about the team and view a list of recent transactions please click
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist team in evaluating, prospecting, and making initial introductions to new acquisition targets.
- Research and analyze market data, sales comps, competitor positioning, economic information and market reports to confirm initial underwriting assumptions.
- Prepare various acquisition reports, including pipeline reports that reflect current acquisitions activity.
- Assist in the creation and issuance of Letters of Intent and other correspondence with prospective sellers.
- Communicate with various stakeholders (both internal and external) with regards to new and potential investments.
- Assist in the asset management and servicing of existing clients.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or MBA desired.
- Minimum 3 years real estate acquisitions, investment banking, sale-leaseback financing or related fields.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient in all aspects of Excel, Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Strong interpersonal skills to function comfortably with all levels of the organization.
- Highly enthusiastic, self-motivated professional.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously a must.
- Capacity to work effectively with others, collaborative.
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Judy's Colors
will be mailing out kits and refills until December 31, 2017
No kidding! No more kitting after the end of the year.
In celebration of Judy's Colors, we will be having specials throughout the coming weeks. To make sure you are able to take advantage of the sales you want, sign up for the Mostly Monthly Newsletter (more often till the end of this year!) and follow us on Facebook at Facebook.com/judyscolors.
It has been a wonderful ride with you, and while I will miss this part of the business, I am looking forward to other opportunities. I can't thank you enough for giving me the gift of being able to say right out loud "I am an artist."
We will continue selling downloadable pdf patterns for a long time to come. And, who knows?, there may be more pattern designs added at some point along the way.


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Update: LISD Board Names Field for Coach Outlaw
The Lufkin School Board has voted to name the football field inside Abe Martin Stadium for the late head coach John Outlaw, who died back in December on Christmas Eve.
Nick Wade of the Lufkin News reports that the Lufkin school board has voted unanimously to name the Lufkin High School football field in memory of the late Coach John Outlaw.
Henceforth it will be called John Outlaw Memorial Field at Abe Martin Stadium.
LISD Superintendent Roy Knight says the board is also talking about other ways to honor Coach Outlaw, such as a statue, a sign on the scoreboard, and painting "Outlaw Memorial Field" at the back of each end zone.
Knight says putting the coach's name on the playing field is
"...a very appropriate way to honor our recent fallen hero, while maintaining respect for our past, our tradition and Coach Abe Martin."
It's common these days for a football facility to have two names. One for the brick and mortar stadium, and another for the field inside the stadium.
One notable example is at the University of Texas at Austin, where the football stadium is named Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium, and the playing field is named for Houston attorney Joe Jamail, a UT Law School alumnus who has donated millions of dollars to the law school and UT athletics.


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I've been enjoying it for months, and now I want EVERYONE to take a sip. Our special blend of DOMA coffee, "GOOD COFFEE", is now available in cans and in bulk at Spokane's very own Main Market Co-op.
We teased it around the holidays, and some of you have seen it various auctions or events around town, but as of today, "GOOD COFFEE" is released to the community, and your purchase of this very tasty coffee blend directly supports the work of the Spokane Riverkeeper. Proceeds from each can and/or pound of "GOOD COFFEE" sold will directly benefit our work and our vision for a Spokane River that is Swimmable and Fishable; a River that reflects the quality of life of a healthy community. In fact, for every 12-oz can sold, DOMA is donating $1.75 to Spokane Riverkeeper. And for every pound of fresh whole beans sold, DOMA is donating $2.00 to Spokane Riverkeeper.
"GOOD COFFEE" is currently available at the Main Market Co-op and can be purchased by the can or in bulk. "GOOD COFFEE" is also a rotating drip option offered at the Main Market's coffee bar. In addition, DOMA has created some really cool "GOOD COFFE and Riverkeeper buttons that are for sale for $1 that also help support our work. And be sure to look for "GOOD COFFEE" at all Riverkeeper events, especially some of the upcoming Aveda Earth Month events.
Below are some photos of the offerings at the Main Market Co-op.


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By: Alexandra Laura Kavanaugh
Every parent dreams of their child growing into a successful adult. We push our children to work hard in school so they can become proficient in math, science, reading, and writing…But is that enough? To achieve success within most careers, people will also need to learn to effectively communicate through speech. However, communication strategies are not often taught explicitly alongside academic skills in U.S. classrooms. Embodied Minds Kids classes can supplement your child's inherent strengths by increasing their confidence and communication skills!
Embodied Minds Kids was born from Embodied Minds, a private company that offers public speaking consultation and life coaching to adults. The co-founders of Embodied Minds, Leticia Warner and Shira Lahav, are both registered drama therapists who use dramatic techniques and psychotherapy to help professionals and students reduce their underlying anxiety around public speaking. In treating adults, they noticed that many of their clients had traumatic public speaking experiences during their childhood or adolescence. As they both became mothers, they realized how important it was to teach effective communication skills to children at a young age, in order to prevent struggling to present oneself effectively as an adult.
What is Drama Therapy? Drama therapy is a creative arts psychotherapy that uses many of the different techniques used in the theater, such as improvisation, storytelling, embodiment, and role play. Drama Therapy works to enhance an individual's creativity and spontaneity, making them more adept at handling the turbulence of everyday life. Children are actually the ideal clients for drama therapy because, unlike adults, they are naturals at "play". Typically, children don't have the fear and insecurities that often keep adults from speaking up or performing in front of others.
How does drama help kids learn public speaking skills? Research done on drama classes in schools have proven that participating in dramatic activities significantly increases students' confidence and self-esteem, key ingredients for a strong presenter! Working on improvisation helps your child to think on their feet. Practicing vocal skills such as projection and enunciation helps your child to be more articulate and easily understood. Working with movement and embodiment helps your child to understand non-verbal communication–Kids will learn that their bodies "tell" a lot about how they're feeling or what they want to say verbally.
Embodied Minds Kids Classes will be separated into four age groups: 7-9 year olds, 10-11 year olds, 12-14 year olds, and 15-17 year olds. By participating in groups, children will learn how to be excellent listeners and to effectively collaborate with others.
Each group is designed to be developmentally appropriate for the children:
• The 7-9 year old group will focus on developing social skills through play and creative drama. Through the use of sound and movement, children will learn how their voices and bodies can communicate with an audience. They will learn to introduce themselves to others using eye contact and a confident tone of voice!
• The 10-11 year-old group will continue to work with sound and movement as they learn to present themselves confidently to others! They will explore improvisation and role play to help develop spontaneity in their speech and movement. As these children prepare to enter Middle School, the group will participate in drama activities that bolster self-esteem to help develop a confident speaking voice.
• The 12-14 year-old group will continue to focus on the development of self-esteem in how they present themselves, as they enter into the tumultuous world of adolescence. The students will learn about how to speak differently to various audiences through improvisation and scene work. They will practice skills such as posture, tone, subtext, and gesture as they develop the facets of their emerging identities and respond to the demands of their academic and social worlds.
• The 15-17 year old group will focus on preparing the teens for the challenges of high school, college, and a career as they develop more advanced public speaking skills such as clarity, pace, and the elimination of filler words "um" or "like". These skills will come in handy as this age group embarks on challenges such as college or job interviews, as well as intimidating school presentations.
Our goal at Embodied Minds Kids is to help your child present themselves confidently and have a blast while they do it!
Alexandra Laura Kavanaugh is a licensed Theater Educator and Kids Coach with Embodied Minds Public Speaking Consultants, LLC.
Learn more about Embodied Minds on Kidz Central Station and reserve your child's spot now for their Public Speaking and Communications Skills Group, starting in the fall.
Author: Kidz Central Station
Founded by a NYC mom of two young children, Kidz Central Station uses technology to solve the problem so many busy parents face—how to find, book, and manage their children's classes, camps, local family events, and birthday parties. Kidz Central Station offers more than 20,000 classes, camps, and birthday party options representing hundreds of NYC's top activity providers. With a sophisticated search engine and class reviews, it is easy for parents to find the best classes for their children, sign up for a trial class, and directly enroll.


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The Fish Markets - Venice, Italy
The Veince fish and fresh food markets were established in 1097 and have provided Venetians and tourists with their daily supplies of seafood, fruit and veggies since then. The markets, which are on the Grand Canal close to the Rialto bridge, open at dawn when the barges arrive and most of the stalls close by midday. As with most things in Venice, the markets provide photographers with yet another opportunity to spend a couple of hours capturing the goings on.
A vendor at the Fish Markets - Venice, Italy
The variety of fish and seafood on sale was amazing. Apart from a huge selection of fish, vendors were selling octopus, shrimp, crab, prawns and a number of other species of shell fish. We got to the markets at around 7.00 AM and found them already buzzing with activity as the locals did their daily shopping before heading off to work. The markets attract a number of tourists and quite a few companies offer tours and teach visitors how to compare the different varieties of fish that are available.
A vendor setting up a stall at the Fish Markets - Venice, Italy
The markets are closed on Mondays and the locals often advise people not to eat fish on Mondays as it is unlikely to be fresh. To give you some idea of the amount of seafood moving through the markets consider the fact that the local population of Venice is around the 60,000 mark and 20,000,000 visitors pour in to Venice each year. The majority of the seafood consumed by these people is sourced at these markets.
Scallops at the Fish Market - Venice, Italy
We wandered around the markets for about two hours, observing the goings on and photographing the activity. We used a combination of the Canon 7D and the 24-105mm lens and the Canon 400D and the 50mm lens to photograph the markets.
Produce at the markets - Venice, Italy
Zucchini Flowers - Venice, Italy


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Philadelphia renters insurance provides essential property and liability coverage for Philadelphia citizens renting a house, apartment or other dwelling. By renting a home in the largest city in Pennsylvania, you are taking part in a non-stop metropolis and participating in a local economy that produces billions of dollars worth of goods and services each year. The City of Brotherly Love is well-known throughout the world as an historic American institution dating back to colonial times and a place where its residents embody its tough, no-nonsense persona. Many Pennsylvania residents come to Philadelphia for educational or business opportunities, so there are hundreds of thousands of people renting there at any given time. Such a large city with so many renters has a tremendous need to be better informed about Philadelphia renters insurance. Luckily, you can get free renters insurance quotes quickly and easily to find cheap renters insurance coverage.
Finding a Philadelphia renters insurance policy that gives you the protection you are looking for ought to be one of your very first tasks upon moving into the city. Pennsylvania renters insurance shopping is easy for Philadelphia residents because of the plethora of searchable data you can find online. You can put together a list of renters insurance providers to choose from, gather quotes from each of them and compare their policies against one another. In most cases, you can also buy online right on the spot, making this one purchase that really is almost painless to pull off.
While you are online, you can investigate any company you want to know more about. You can find out about its track record, how it deals with Philadelphia renters insurance customers, and how it is rated by groups like the Better Business Bureau. You can get a sense of its financial strength by analyzing its public economic records. The only limit to the digging you can do is the amount of time you are willing to put into the task. We make your job easier by helping you come up with some top local Philadelphia renters insurance companies to take a look at and choose from.
Renters Insurance an Indispensable Asset
Renters insurance is an indispensable asset for any city resident renting a home or condo. Your landlord's own insurance coverage normally will do nothing to protect your personal belongings if anything should happen to your house or condominium, so do not count on your rent check being enough to take care of the things you own if they are ever at risk. A typical Philadelphia renters insurance plan contains specific provisions guarding your possessions against loss from a variety of sources, like storm, theft, fire or a host of other named events. There are limits to coverage and certain exclusions, such as flood. Get to know these limits and find out what you can do to minimize them to extend your blanket of protection as far as you can.
Personal property protection as a part of a basic renters insurance policy also safeguards the policy holder against loss when they are away from home. If you travel across town or to China, your things will be insured against loss. Your premium does much more than simply guard the things in your loft or condominium against prying thieves or the ravages of fire, although these are probably the circumstances most people have in mind when they think about Philadelphia renters coverage.
Liability Protection a Big Part of Philadelphia Renters Insurance
When shopping for renters insurance, many people have questions like how much is renters insurance and what does renters insurance cover. As a matter of fact, personal property protection is only one part of a typical Philadelphia renters insurance policy. A family renting an apartment or townhouse in Philadelphia can also benefit greatly from the personal liability portion of a Philadelphia renters insurance plan, though this part of the coverage is probably not as intuitive or well-known. Your liability coverage protects you from financial harm should an accident at your rented home injure a visitor. If medical costs or legal fees pile up, you can file a claim against your coverage to save yourself from potentially disastrous economic repercussions. This coverage could end up saving both your finances and a friendship if someone you know gets hurt at your home.
Although individual costs will vary, Philadelphia renters insurance is generally very affordable, among the most affordable types of insurance protection you can buy. Any Philadelphia renter can benefit from the personal protection that comes with a policy. You can rest easy knowing your things are covered. If you have ever been stung with a loss before due to a theft or any other circumstance, you know how difficult it is to try and get yourself re-established. Having your things insured gives you one less thing to worry about as you make your way through your hectic life.
If you are a college student at Temple University or the University of Pennsylvania living off campus, you already know the challenge of having to balance school work with your fiscal responsibilities. No matter how your month is going the bills still come due, with no sympathy from the banks if you come up short. With your budget stretched to the max, you do not need the additional stress of having to worry about what would happen if you lost everything. If there have been thefts in your neighborhood, it would especially behoove you to purchase Philadelphia renters insurance to protect your belongings. A Philadelphia renters insurance policy is surprisingly cheap, with additional discounts available for roommate policies.
Most Philadelphia natives have a good feel for the safer parts of town and for those in which you might have to exercise a bit more caution. Even a senior citizen born here knows that as well as you might know an area of Philadelphia, it still might surprise you, and it is always better to be prepared. Philadelphia renters insurance helps you do just that-be prepared for any unknown circumstance that may come your way at your rented dwelling in Philadelphia. A renters plan that protects your goods and gives you a back-up plan for reimbursement in the event of a loss can give you confidence going forward.
Shop for Philadelphia Renters Insurance Today
An insurance plan that combines the affordability you need as a renter just trying to make ends meet each month with the extra protection you want can make you uniquely equipped to deal with anything that may transpire in your daily life. Clearly, you want a plan that represents a great deal. In today's market, it would be foolish to settle for anything less, with the unlimited access you have to an ever-expanding online market perfectly suited for dogged bargain hunters. Like every renter in this great city, you have the right to expect and demand more from your renters insurance coverage. You should not have to sacrifice great service in order to get a great price on your policy.
Shop for Philadelphia renters insurance online and find out for yourself what a real bargain it can be to set yourself up with protection that better prepares you for the unknown. Take the time to decide what your coverage priorities are, inventory your possessions to determine how much coverage you need, then choose from among the many worthy companies who would love to represent you and your interests.
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Looking for a Used 200 in your area?
CarGurus has 8,431 nationwide 200 listings starting at $985.
2014 Chrysler 200 Overview
In all 3 years leading up to now, the Chrysler 200 was just a practical convertible with a drab sedan tagging along for the ride. On the brink of a redesign for 2014, following on year after year of feature deletions and selective recalls due to supplier issues (not to mention delays in multiple scheduled debuts, including this redesign), the Chrysler 200 at least has an interesting story—if not a promising future just over this hill, slated to be the tape-cutter on Chrysler's new direction.
Starting out the model year as a carry-over from 2013 (with the exception of the sedan-only LX's 4-speed automatic now completely omitted from the line, finally!), Chrysler is expected to cut this production short and debut the second-generation 200 in January of 2014 as a 2015 model year. Unfortunately, it's a great big mystery what may change beyond a few details, so if you like the current 200, this might be your last chance to get a fresh one, and there won't be many just in terms of production.
That said, 200 sedans seem destined for rental lots the moment those static hardtops are sealed with the 4-cylinder base engine going under the hood. All 173 hp and 166 lb-ft of torque out of that little 2.4-liter that barely musters 20 mpg city/31 highway in this 2-ton midsize (18/27 for the convertible), and the Sebring platform on which it is based somehow translates into a cabin cramped for 5 in the sedan, but spacious for the same in the convertible.
Either way you get 13.6 cubic feet in the trunk—and suddenly it's crystal clear why the 200 convertible is so wildly successful. The numbers cannot lie; topless drivers like big trunks, even if it means more gas. Fuel estimates are precisely the same between the body styles, however if you opt up to the V6, it's rated at a class-average 19/29 and 6.9 seconds to 60 mph in the sedan, or 7.5 in the convertible. Given an entry-level price tag, the option of a retractable hardtop and simply silken driving dynamics (if a bit boat-ish), the 200 convertible with that V6 is a combination that just can't be beaten for a real taste of fun in the sun.
Getting the option on those 283 ponies with 260 lb-ft of torque, capable of towing up to 1,000 pounds when properly equipped, will require stepping up the trim ladder to the Touring at least, which is second from the LX base in sedan form, but the convertible's lowest rung. This 3.6-liter engine is standard for the top-shelf Limited only, with the former S trim now reduced to an optional 18-inch wheel and badging add-on for all but the LX. Whatever the engine, power routes through a 6-speed automatic to the front wheels.
If that seems really minimalist, it's for a good reason. Chrysler had to scrape this whole thing together basically at the last minute for 2011 and has been constantly refining it ever since. By all accounts the maker is ready to reveal its findings in the form of a totally new platform with a "very different feeling and look" to loosely quote Chrysler's Senior VP of Design. Borrowing underwear from the 2014 Alfa Romeo Giulia and an 8-speed shiftable auto from the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, this redesign also has some seriously big technology shoes to fill with the demise of its Dodge Avenger cousin. Expect a completely unrecognizable 200 that will get nearly 40 mpg to debut for 2015.
Your prototypical "Tom Girl" Patricia got her start digging into Ford engines before she aged into double digits. Gifted with a mechanical mind, her favorite pass-time in the summer is picking up a fixer-up'r at the local public auction and massaging its every ailment until it's primed for a new lover. From dirt bikes to land yachts, every partner offers something truly special in her love affair with the road - just don't tell her husband.
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The Council has spoken! Here are the latest Watcher's Council results. The winner is Joshuapundit's Syria-Ossity, "his look at the current war drums on Syria, why he thinks the rationale being used to drag us in is highly questionable, why it's a stunningly bad idea, and why it's certainly not a a place to risk American blood and treasure merely to provide our current president with a 'wag the dog' opportunity."
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The legendary LEE "SCRATCH" PERRY has added a new live date in Leeds to his upcoming UK tour.
The Jamaican musician will play his classic album Super Ape in its entirety on this tour to celebrate its 40th anniversary.
PERRY will now take in the following UK shows:
Earlier this month a studio belonging to PERRY in Switzerland burned down after he forgot to put a candle out.
Last year LEE PERRY put out his Back On The Controls album on the Upsetter label.


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So I went on a vacation to Chile for about 2 weeks.
But now I'm back and I went out with Kat~~
We have matching creepers now yay!
pretty pretty !
and so comfy too!
The store is called My Shoes, and I bought the last pair.... in my correct size!!!
Im ridiculously happy!
I missed her~
te he!
About my trip to Japan..... I'm having trouble wiz my University T^T They dont have my diploma so I cant register on the new school.... I'm so scared also because Im awfully akward when it comes to talking to people ;^;"
What if I cant make friends? It took me a few years to be friends with Kat...
And my other friends. I don't have many >3<
Well I'll manage somehow, Im strong! òWo
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Submitted to: Domestic Animal Endocrinology
Publication Type: Peer Reviewed Journal
Publication Acceptance Date: 2/14/1997
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Interpretive Summary: The beneficial effects of growth hormone (GH) on livestock growth rate, feed efficiency, and meat leanness are well known. Blood GH levels are very high at birth, but fall very rapidly in the early neonatal period in all mammals. Since the cause for this decline in GH secretion is not known, we have evaluated the controlling factors of GH production and release from its source of production, the pituitary gland, in neonatal pigs. Strong developmental regulation is revealed on several genes involved with GH control. The identification of possible mechanisms for the decline in pituitary GH production suggests novel approaches for maintaining high levels of naturally produced GH. The information produced will be of interest to neonatal biologists and to agricultural scientists in academia and industry working in the area of growth promotants.
Technical Abstract: The objective of this study was to evaluate developmental changes in somatotroph function and related gene expression in neonatal pigs. Male piglets were sacrificed at 1, 7, 14, 21, 28, 35, and 42 days of age (8/age group) for the collection of tissue and blood. Serum concentrations of GH were determined. Quantitations of mRNA were performed for pituitary Pit-1, ,GH, and GHRH receptor. Cultures of pituitary cells from each pig were stimulated with 0,.1, 1, or 10 nM GHRH; 2 mM 8-Br-cAMP; or 100 nM phorbol myristate acetate. Elevated serum concentrations of GH were observed at 1 day of age, followed by a pronounced decrease to basal levels thereafter (P < .0001). In vitro GH secretion was significantly stimulated by secretagogue treatments (P < .0001). Age-related declines in in vitro GH secretion were observed regardless of whether the cells were stimulated by GHRH or by secretagogues which bypass the GHRH receptor (P < .001). Similarly, cellular GH content varied with age (P = .01). Levels of pituitary GH mRNA (P = 0.01) and GHRH receptor mRNA (P = 0.0002) decreased with age. The quantity of GHRH receptor mRNA was correlated with GH mRNA levels (r = .55, P = .02), serum GH concentrations (r = .55, P = .02), and in vitro GH secretion (r = .66, P = .001). Pituitary Pit-1 mRNA levels at 7 and 14 days of age were significantly elevated relative to all other sampling times (P = .0002). Levels of Pit-1 and GH mRNAs were significantly correlated (r = .64, P = .003). These results demonstrate a strong developmental regulation of somatotrophic function and related gene expression during the early neonatal period of the pig. Age-related decreases in secretory function may be mediated by concurrent mechanisms relating to the expression of the GHRH receptor and of GH.
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Who is an Artist?
I was once told, and rather smugly, by a woman in California,
Alex, you're not an Artist.
It made my blood boil, but was there truth to what she was saying? After all, I wasn't producing much art at the time.
I said back, rather defensively, I see life through the eyes of an artist.
I wasn't able to fully articulate it at the time, but I was trying to differentiate the doing of an artist with the being of an artist.
It did get under my skin, though. And whenever that happens, there's always something to look at.
Ultimately, I think there is the Artist-in-potentia and the Artist-in-action.
Potential vs. Actual.
ALL of us are Artists-in-potentia. We are born with a mind that envisions, hands that can shape our world, eyes that see, ears that listen and nerves that feel.
But for one reason or another, few of us make a concerted effort to focus our potential energy long enough to turn it into sustained action.
Life responsibilities.
You know, the usual suspects.
I was walking along the Chattahoochee River about a year ago with a good friend of mine, Eric Saperston. He started Live in Wonder (www.liveinwonder.com) and helped produce the documentary, The Journey, about going after your dreams.
I told him about some of my struggles working for myself in the financial industry, and how I was neglecting my passion for writing. Eric reminded me: You only live once. You gotta live your passion.
In that moment, I realized that he was right. I had to write. That didn't mean I had to give up my financial career.
I had to do them both.
And that's exactly what I did. I started writing.
I am lucky enough to have an artist as a roommate (Artist-in-action). When one of his good friends and a fellow Artist, Miguel Dominguez (whose art is featured on my website), would come to our place and paint, it spurred me to get my writing going. While they painted, I sat at our kitchen table and wrote.
I got in a groove with my writing. Out of the blue, a few months later, one of my articles went viral.
I say this, not to brag, but to point to the power of sustained effort.
An Artist (-in-action) isn't an Artist because of the quality of his or her work, however.
I am no more of a Writer now than when I was writing in relative anonymity.
Succumbing to my short-lived virtual-fame, and thinking that I had made it on the big stage, I thought, I can finally call myself a Writer.
I was so wrong.
An Artist is an Artist because of effort.
Our Muses love work. That's our gift to the Divine, and that evokes their creative assistance.
In his unbelievable book, The WAR of ART, Steven Pressfield says,
This is the other secret that real artists know and wannabe writers don't. When we sit down each day and do our work, power concentrates around us. The Muse takes note of our dedication. She approves. We have earned favor in her sight. When we sit down and work, we become like a magnetized rod that attracts iron filings. Ideas come. Insights accrete.
Our Muse doesn't ask for perfection, talent or even quality.
The Muse wants one and only one thing: our dedication to our Art.
That's all we can control–showing up and doing the work. The rest comes as a gift.
Ultimately, you and you alone get to answer the question,
Are you an Artist?
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It's fine.
or that you didn't restart the server after modifying your slapd.conf(5) file
Of *course* I did that...
All better now. Sorry for the bother. Thanks so much for taking the time.
Jon Roberts www.mentata.com


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Mudpies and Cigarettes For Sale
(Photo by John Carroll–July 9, 2012)
I am staying with my driver and his family on the outskirts of Cite Soleil. They are lovely people and do all in their power to keep a spoiled blan happy.
In the morning as we tool down the dirt road towards the clinic in Soleil, many women sit on the side of the road selling their goods. These products range from charcoal, fruits, toothbrushes, soap, clarin (Haitian moonshine), mudpies, and cigarettes.
You ask mudpies? Yes, mudpies.
And each one costs one Haitian gourde (about 2 cents US).
Mudpies, called "te" in Creole, are made from a "special dirt" from northern Haiti with just the right amount of salt and butter mixed in. They are baked in the sun and then sold throughout the slums.
Pregnant women in Haiti seem to spit alot (most likely from acid reflux), and I have been told that the mudpies are just wonderful for this.
More commonly mudpies are eaten to ease hunger pains.
And after a mudpie, what could be better than a smoke to start your day?
John A. Carroll, MD


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AMG Sydney
AMG Sydney is the first dedicated sales-and-service showroom for Mercedes-AMG vehicles in the world, and just the second stand-alone AMG showroom. AMG Sydney represents the sports car and performance brand in a discrete architecture for the first time in Australia, and will present customers with an immersive yet approachable brand experience.
Driving Performance
We've spent the last 50 years being driven by a powerful conviction. From the very start, AMG has been characterized by the courage and passion of its founders Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher. Then as now, we question everything and accept no limits. We are constantly seeking the next challenge. We call this: Driving Performance. All over the world, we have found likeminded individuals and, together with them, we celebrate this inner drive that breaks through every barrier – and makes every single AMG a statement of Driving Performance. #AMG50Years