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A guide for the whole family to help manage fussy eating in the under 5's.
Classification: PiL (Patient Information Leaflet)
Enforcement of healthy eating messages for self-management - advice is easily understood requiring no additional explanation.
To support
- Introducing solids, including through milk intolerance
- Healthy eating for children aged 1 - 12
- Weight gain for children who may struggle to eat enough
- Establishing eating patterns for children with eating difficulties
Problems with eating
- Know why eating difficulties arise and have practical strategies to tackle these and build a regular eating pattern
Healthy eating
- Know the health benefits of healthy eating
- Understand how to choose a balanced diet
- Recognise the importance of establishing regular eating patterns
- Be able to address nutritional issues e.g. constipation, and know when/where to get further help
- Be aware of strategies to use to encourage weight gain/loss
- Be aware of benefits of being a healthy weight
- Know practical steps to have healthy meals/snacks
- Be aware of the value of exercise and strategies to achieve guideline amounts
- Be aware of triggers to seek professional advice
- Be aware of reasons for poor growth/weight
- Know how to make meals and snacks more nourishing and how to adapt 5 food groups to increase energy
- Dietary Reference Values for Food Energy and Nutrients for the United Kingdom. Report on Health and Social Subjects No. 41. HMSO, London Department of Health (1991)
- Dr Helen Crawley (Caroline Walker Trust), Eating Well for under 5s in child care - Practical and nutritional guidelines 2006
- First Steps Nutrition Trust 2016, Good Food Choices and Portion Sizes for 1-4 year olds
- First Steps Nutrition Trust 2017 Eating Well: the First Year
- Good Food Choices and Portion Sizes for 1-4 year olds First Steps Nutrition Trust 2016
- NICE (Clinical Knowledge summary) Cows' milk protein allergy in children 2015
- NICE Faltering growth guidelines (NG75) 2017
- NICE Vitamin D: supplement use in specific population groups (PH56) 2017
- Nutrition matters for the early years - Public Health Agency of Ireland
- RCPCH Position Statement: breastfeeding in the UK 2017
- Santos I.et al. Late preterm birth is a risk factor for growth faltering in early childhood: a cohort study, BMC paediatrics (2009) 9;71:1-8
- Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) 2011 Energy Requirements


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The movie Dear White People has been given a limited release this weekend. Some of you may have already heard about it online but I'm sure most have not as the movie has not been widely publicized.The movie is a satire about "being a black face in a white place". Check out the trailer, a synopsis and the cities where it is playing at below:
Here's the trailer.
Here's a synopsis of the movie:
Winner of the 2014 Sundance Film Festival's Special Jury Award for Breakthrough Talent, Dear White People is a sly, provocative satire of race relations in the age of Obama. Writer/director Justin Simien follows a group of African American students as they navigate campus life and racial politics at a predominantly white college in a sharp and funny feature film debut that earned him a spot on Variety's annual "10 Directors to Watch." When Dear White People screened at MOMA's prestigious New Directors/New Films, the New York Times' A.O. Scott wrote, "Seeming to draw equal measures of inspiration from Whit Stillman and Spike Lee, but with his own tart, elegant sensibility very much in control, Mr. Simien evokes familiar campus stereotypes only to smash them and rearrange the pieces."
The unexpected election of activist Samantha White (Tessa Thompson) as head of a traditionally black residence hall sets up a college campus culture war that challenges conventional notions of what it means to be black. While Sam leverages her notoriety as host of the provocative and polarizing radio show "Dear White People" to try to prevent the college from diversifying Armstrong Parker House, outgoing head-of-house Troy Fairbanks (Brandon P. Bell), son of the university's dean (Dennis Haysbert), defies his father's lofty expectations by applying to join the staff of Pastiche, the college's influential humor magazine. Lionel Higgins (Tyler James Williams), an Afro-sporting sci-fi geek, is recruited by the otherwise all-white student newspaper to go undercover and write about black culture—a subject he knows little about—while the aggressively assimilated Coco Conners (Teyonah Parris) tries to use the controversy on campus to carve out a career in reality TV.
But no one at Winchester University is prepared for Pastiche's outrageous, ill-conceived annual Halloween party, with its "unleash your inner Negro" theme throwing oil on an already smoldering fire of resentment and misunderstanding. When the party descends into riotous mayhem, everyone must choose a side.
Dear White People is written, directed and produced by Justin Simien. The film stars Tyler James Williams ("Everybody Hates Chris," Peeples), Tessa Thompson (For Colored Girls, "Veronica Mars"), Kyle Gallner (A Nightmare on Elm Street, CBGB), Teyonah Parris ("Mad Men," They Came Together), Brandon P. Bell ("Hollywood Heights"), Malcolm Barrett (The Hurt Locker), Brittany Curran ("Chicago Fire"), Marque Richardson ("The Newsroom") and Dennis Haysbert ("24," Far From Heaven).
Here is where the movie is currently playing:
Phipps Plaza 14 3500 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30326
Midtown Art Cinemas 8 931 Monroe Dr NE C212 Atlanta, GA 30308
Atlantic Station Stadium 18 261 19th St NW #1250 Atlanta, GA 30363
Los Angeles
Century City 15 10250 Santa Monica Blvd #2000 Los Angeles, CA 90067
Arclight Hollywood 15 6360 W Sunset Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90028
Rave Crenshaw Plaza 15 4020 Marlton Avenue Los Angeles CA 90008
New York City
AMC Lincoln Square 13 1998 Broadway New York, NY 10023
Union Square Stadium 14 850 Broadway New York, NY 10003
Washington D.C.
Magic Johnson Capital Center 12 800 Shoppers Way Largo, MD 20774
Gallery Place Stadium 14 701 7th St NW Washington, DC 20001
Georgetown 14 3111 K St NWWashington, DC 20007
Learn more about the movie at: http://www.dearwhitepeoplemovie.com/

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Oldie but goodieSeptember 30, 2011
Every once in a while, someone stops me to comment on a past blog post that ran on Gregarious. Last week, a friend who once edited my work at Success magazine called and complimented a post written more than a year ago on writing well.
I didn't even remember the post from last June, but then took time to look it up. Not bad, considering it conveys my deep-felt belief on what makes for effective writing. So I thought, what the heck? It still rings true. So let's run it again, edited in parts, as a way to once again share the power and beauty of the written word.
How much would you pay for a ray gun that took over other people's minds? Good writing, in PR and business, does just that.
Last June, I wrote a story about President Obama's speech on the Gulf oil spill and reported how CNN.com quoted a language specialist who claimed the speech failed because it was written at a 9.8 grade level, the highest grade level of any of his speeches, which average a 7.4 grade level.
The analysis was based on the presumption that most written work, especially that done by the media, is written at a sixth-grade level. It's an urban legend that I have also been guilty of repeating, at times suggesting that a news release or executive speech needs to be simplified to a "sixth-grade level."
But the entire notion of grade level communications is a red herring that fails because it breaks down language into discrete parts and then analyzes it by length of sentence and number of letters in a word. So the shorter the sentence and smaller the word, the lower the grade level and the easier it is to understand. Or at least the theory goes.
The entire notion is flawed. If you performed the same analysis on the music of The Beatles, you would come to a similar conclusion. After all, Paul, John, Ringo, and George used only four chords — the same chords that any beginner learns in early lessons. Their lyrics? No greater words than you would expect from four boys from Liverpool.
The reality is that like The Beatles, great non-fiction writing doesn't need to rely on an endless palette of multi-syllabic words. Rather, it's the specificity of the words chosen and how they are arranged that give us our power as communicators.
The best lessons of all were shared with me by my book and magazine editors when I was a freelance writer early in my career. Their advice was to get out of the way. Become invisible to the reader. They urged me to take command of readers' thoughts by hiding and never tipping my hand that I was manipulating their thoughts.
That meant subordinating my own early tendencies to want to sound smart to the higher calling of imparting the most possible information with ease and brevity. In short, knowing what notes not to play as well as which ones to hit.
Back in July 2010, I had just met with our firm's incoming class of interns, 10 young people pulled from the best colleges in America. I asked them, "How much would you pay if I could give you a ray gun that could control other people's thoughts?" They all laughed, thought I was crazy.
I corrected them, and explained that when you write well, you are taking control of the reader's thoughts. In essence, a well-written news story, blog post, or news release hijacks another's awareness in favor of the ideas, concepts, and thoughts you prefer them to consider. Pretty powerful stuff. And certainly not the stuff of sixth-grade writers.
The value of good writing can't be calculated by simple word and letter counts. Here's the real way a skilled writer controls the thoughts of a reader:
1. Disguises bias. Great business and PR writing is opaque in that you can't readily identify the bias. It appears open and balanced, news-like in its presentation. It shows, not tells, and paints pictures in the mind to win over another's mind, without leaving the fingerprints of persuasion.
2. Appears in a style close to how a journalist might write it. Consider the typical news release with the obligatory corporate descriptors and disclaimers. Would it ever appear in the media in a similar format or style? Never. Whoever wrote the rule that news releases have to start with the company or product name, followed immediately by a tagline or description of the product or company, was a bad writer. Find him. Shoot him. Such notions have failed us in public relations, which should champion the easy conveyance of a client's sentiment or worldview.
3. Succeeds despite optimization. We now have a new restraint of good writing. The need to optimize news releases and blog posts for almighty Google. It's a necessary evil. But it shouldn't disrupt the normal flow of language.
4. Uses verbs and facts. Not adjectives. An editor of mine used to demand four facts in every sentence and a fine pruning of all adjectives. He demanded that writing be salted with power verbs (not unlike the word salted). Verbs, not adjectives, propel language. Two sentences can often be reduced to one by combining the facts of each into a single thought.
5. Plays well lyrically. Good writing runs at a rhythm of its own. Easy to hear and clear to the ear. Seemingly dispensable in the moment while lasting a lifetime in intention and meaning.
6. Speaks to the reader. The #1 rule of writing has always been, and will always be, know your audience. Perhaps more than any other principle, this one strikes at the heart of the grade level writing test. A good PR writer knows when to assume the voice of the CEO or switch to a chatty, more personal style for posts and blogs. It might not be The Beatles, but it's certainly not for a sixth-grader.
So I would hasten CNN not to give much credence to judging speeches according to the grade level of the language. As Paul and John once penned in seven simple letters, Let it Be.
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Hello Greg. What a great post. A fantastic primer for newbies and a wonderful back-to-basics review for experienced writers. No writer, no matter how great, is immune from the occasional regress to lousier writing. I would have, however, liked to see something included about headlines or subject lines. Maybe that can be the subject of a future blog post. Thanks again.


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"Taking Digital Radiography to the Next Level" Fully Automatic Positioning for every exam via the operator control panel. Available with multiple detector configurations including fixed and wireless. Lateral Flip detector available in table allows fixed plate to image cross table without removing it from the table.
General Radiographic System Ceiling Suspension Tube Stand Fully Automatic, Auto-Position Elevating Table, Lateral Flip-out Detector and Automatic Wallstand
The Viztek Dual Detector DR is an integrated system for all conventional radiographic applications in combination with a high-frequency generator, radiographic table, and wall bucky.
The system has been designed focusing on flexibility and friendly use. It can also be configured depending on your exact clinical requirements.
Ceiling Suspension Tube Stand Fully Automatic
The heavy-duty x-ray tube overhead support system is characterized by its simple and functional design. With its new light weight design, it guarantees highly precise positioning for an optimal radiographic result.
Thanks to its vertical and horizontal displacements, the OTC can cover almost all the volume of the room in which it is installed. The new OTC support system can operate on a horizontal or vertical bucky, or be installed with an elevating table.
Taking Digital Radiography to the Next Level
- Positioning precision and speed. Fully electronic self-positioning.
- Plug in and modular electrical assemblies to facilitate the installation, calibration and maintenance.
- X-Ray support with 360º vertical and horizontal rotation.
- For the fully automatic ceiling suspension version there are two different motorized automatic movement's, Auto-Tracking and Auto-Positioning.
Auto-Positioning: Pre-configured positioning can be selected from the control station with two options:
- Auto-Positioning with the Radiographic table: The suspension automatically positions itself above the table according to the SID specified during the configuration
- Auto-Positioning with the Wall-Stand: The suspension automatically positions itself in front of the vertical bucky or receptor according to the SID specified during configuration
Auto-Tracking: There are two tracking movements of the tube with respect to the receptor and bucky.
- Tracker with Auto-Tracking: Starting from a standard position, auto-tracking is carried out according to the position of the receptor throughout all of its axes, maintaining the relative initial geometry (spatial orientation).
- Tracker: From any position in which the primary beam of the X-rays cuts the detector, the auto-tracking will be limited, without angulations when the selected workstation button is pressed. There are two possible combinations.
Suspension Overhead Tube Crane (OTC) with Wall Stand: When manually moving the receptor, the suspension will move to the requested SID in parallel until itis centered with the bucky. If this is done while in tilting, the OTC will maintain the vertical and perpendicular SID constant by rotating around the receptor.
Suspension OTC with Table: Both receptor and suspension operate by motorized movement followed by auto-centering.
Control console
- Indicator for SID
- Indicator rotation angle
- Indicator for position on the horizontal axis
- Indicator of patient information
- Indicator for the tracking(bucky or table)
- Indicator for the auto-centering
- Indicator for the auto-positioning
- Status information
- Workstation used
- Access to the anatomical programmer
- Indicator for type of study with generator parameters(mA, mAs, Kvp, AEC)
Push buttons for unlocking the brakes for all movements, vertical, horizontal, transversal and angulations, as well as one in the handle to release all the motors.
Made of aluminum fixed rails (assembled in the ceiling) and a bridge that moves longitudinally along the rails
- From 132.2 in. to 236.22 in. longitudinal
- From 78.74 in. to 135.83 in. transversal
Radiographic Elevating Table
- Four-way floating table top with electromagnetic brakes
- Table top dimensions 87 in. long x 25 in. wide
- Flat composite carbon fiber table top to increase patient comfort while reducing its x-ray dose (0.65mm Al at 100 kVp)
- Patient loading capacity 660 lbs.
- Table top movement:
- Longitudinal 43.11 in.
- Transversal 9.84 in.
- Minimum floor-table distance 21.65 in.
- Longitudinal detector travel 24.02 in.
- Detector pull-out from table
Dimensions are subject to change
Tilting Wall Stand Vertical Motorization Auto-Position
System possibility of Auto-tracking and Auto-Positioning with the ceiling suspension
- Tilting wall stand
- Tilting angles +90º/-20º & rotation 90º
- Motorized vertical travel 59.06 in.
- Minimum floor distance 15.75 in.
- Maximum floor distance 74.8 in.
- Motorized vertical travel
- Fully counterbalanced for manual positioning
- Adaptations for digital flat panel instead of standard bucky
Features and benefits
- Patient Side Control
- Generator Control
- Auto-positioning Control
- Off-center Imaging
- Multiple Imaging Detectors Available
- Stitching
- Collision Sensors
- Angle Read-out
- Single/Dual Grid
- Advanced Processing Algorithms


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A Virginia state highway worker may have been lucky to escape with his life when his VDOT vehicle got crushed by an overturned tractor-trailer on the Eastern Shore. The accident occurred in Melfa, VA, near the interchange with State Route 639, an intersection often referenced as the location of Tammy & Johnny's restaurant.
The VDOT crew member suffered back injuries requiring hospital treatment, but the commercial truck driver escaped unharmed. Police could not immediately determine why the trucker lost control of his big rig around dawn on February 19, 2015. Icy, snow-covered pavement following an overnight winter storm may have contributed to causing the wreck. It remained unclear whether charges would be filed, but drivers involved in wrecks like this one can receive citations for going too fast for road conditions.
Investigators must also determine whether the tractor-trailer driver ran off the road because he became distracted, fell asleep behind the wheel or experienced mechanical problems. Each scenario can lead to an accident, and each could leave the trucker or his employer liable for acting recklessly or negligently.
Back-to-back snow and ice stroms during the third week of February have left streets and highways all across Virginia dangerous for even the most cautious drivers in the best maintained vehicles. Anyone who must drive needs to do so carefully.


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|Occurred : 3/8/2011 03:00 (Entered as : 03/08/11 03:00)
Reported: 3/8/2011 2:52:50 AM 02:52
Posted: 3/10/2011
Location: Midway, GA
Shape: Formation
Duration:3 min
|White circular formation with staggered multiple flashing white lights.
Left my house in Midway GA, at 0300AM 03/11/2011 to go to work. It was a nice clear sky as I looked up to check on weather clouds, plenty of stars out. I looked to the North and noticed a formation of flashing lights not in sequence in a circular formation at about a 30 degree angle of view and a single flashing light trailing the circular formation. I would say about a dozen lights or so. There was a pattern of the flashing white lights that appeared to be those of white NAV lights of airplanes or helicopters. The single trailing light was close to the formation at first and as I kept watching for about 3 minutes until the circular formation disappeared behind the trees the single trailing light trailed even further traveling in the same path. They were moving relatively slow to be airplanes. I would say the formation and trailing light were at high altitude and rather far from my location I would guess 30 miles or so towards the Savannah area. I am prett! y sure they were not military helicopters or aircraft as they were just white lights and no red or green. I was a crew chief on helicopters in the army and flying NVG there would be no lights on aircraft or if flying unaided all lights would be on including the green and red. Formation flying in that formation I have never done was usually staggered left or right or V formation. I can't explain what I have seen but I have not seen anything like this.


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Individualized Natural Health Improvement Programs
- Hair Analysis
- Nutrition Response Testing
- Nutrition Coaching
- Menu Planning
- Detox Programs
- Plant-Based Nutrition Coaching & Meal Planning
The key to eating well is consistency
If you skip meals, eat on the run, eat mindlessly, eat rich and over processed foods, even if you eat well every now and again, the bottom line on your health investment will be at a deficit.
When you maintain smart eating habits you have more energy to do the things that are important to you each day. It is important to be educated, so you become more aware of good nutrition by taking sensible, easy actions every day to grow your health investment account. You will wear the results on your body, skin, and scalp!
The skin is the largest organ of your body. When it comes to the quality of our skin, and your inner health, you are what you eat. To function in a balanced way your body needs to be nourished with healthy foods, rested, and exercised.
While this is simple to say, it is harder to do because of our busy schedules and faster lifestyles. By using Nutritional Response Testing, it is possible to discover the specific nutritional needs for your body and design a practical program to provide even the busiest person with a roadmap to improved health.
Deborah does not diagnose or treat disease, but she has supported clients who are dealing with:
|• Menopause Issues
|• Neurological Disorders
|• Poor Liver Function
|• Skin Disorders
|• Stress Management
|• Weight Loss
|• General Health Concerns
|• Allergies
|• Arthritis
|• Blood Sugar Disorders
|• Gastrointestinal Health
|• Detoxification
|• Inflammation
|• Immune Health
Cleansing and Renewal – Detoxification
A detox is a great, natural treatment plan to help you achieve an improved complexion, high energy levels and extended vitality. A good detox removes toxins from the body, boosts the immune system, and can prevent chronic disease.
What Is The Best Detox Method?
Because each person is uniquely different, Deborah highly encourages you to seek individual guidance & coaching from her before you begin a detox regimen. She does, however, recommend cutting out bread, sugar, caffeine, and alcohol to start with!
Fun and Easy Tips for Enhancing Your Detox
• Eat Warming Spices! Turmeric is a powerful blood mover that re-ignites your metabolism.
• Avoid heavy, oily, sweet and salty foods. These will sap your body of energy.
• Stock up on dark leafy vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.
• Use lemon slices in your drinking water.
• Stretch daily to maintain tendon health & overall flexibility.
• Engage in outdoor activities & always remember to wear a hat & use SPF 30 to protect your skin! (You can buy it from my store)
• Drink 1 cup of hot water with 1/4 lemon and 2 pinches of cayenne pepper first thing in the morning (on an empty stomach). This is a very simple way to detox your body as soon as you get up!


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Eriksen WordPress CV (Nov2014)
J. Indigo Eriksen
Professional fluency in Spanish; Reading proficiency in French
San Francisco State University (2009-2012)
San Francisco, California Master of Arts
Comparative Literature, Spanish Certificate in Immigrant LiteraciesGPA 3.95
Mills College (2008-2009)
Oakland, California
Master of Fine Arts
Creative Writing Program, FictionGPA 3.8
Lewis & Clark College (1999-2003)
Portland, Oregon Bachelor of Arts
Environmental StudiesGPA 3.2
Northern Virginia Community College, Woodbridge (Present)
15200 Neabsco Mills Road Woodbridge, VA 22191-4099
Assistant Professor of English
-Inspire students to analyze, recognize, and implement writing strategies
-Teach students to navigate all stages of the writing process,
emphasizing revision and reflection-Transform the classroom into a learning community based on critical inquiry-Develop syllabuses and curriculum for composition and literature classes
Blue Ridge Community College (2012-2014)
Box 80, One College Lane, Weyers Cave, VA
Associate Instructor
-Piloted new composition class that bridges developmental and pre-requisite courses-Created OER composition course as recipient of VCCS Chancellor's Grant
Making Waves Education Program, Richmond California (2010-2012)200 24th Street, Richmond, CA 94804 (510) 215-6305
Tutor and Mentor to college-bound urban youth of Richmond, CaliforniaSpecialty areas include: English, Literature, History, Spanish, Analytic and Creative Writing, Reading
Additional Teaching Experience____________________________________________
San Francisco State University
Shakespeare, Representative Plays (2011)
Teacher Assistant to Dr. Gitanjali Shahani
San Francisco State UniversityGlobal Literatures and the Short Story (2010) Teacher Assistant to Dr. Gitanjali Shahani
-Co-taught, developed and delivered lesson plan-Administered and graded mid-term exam and quizzes-Designed and held outside study sessions, held office hours-Successfully addressed potential crisis-situation with a student
San Francisco State University Introduction to Comparative Literature (2010) Teacher Assistant to Dr. Dane Johnson
Galileo Learning (2011, 2012)
Lead Art Instructor-Guided elementary age students through context-specific, skill-based art lessons situated in historical art movements
Mills College Creative Writing Thesis Class (2009)
Teacher Assistant
-Edited, advised, supervised theses of undergraduate creative writers -Advised small group, developed lesson plans
JMU-BRCC Transfer Alignment Grant (2014)
Partnered with JMU partner to develop a three-stage writing packet to be distributed to college faculty. Teaching packet guides students through the stages of the writing process, including deep emphasis on research, avoiding plagiarism, and reflection.
Virginia Chancellor's OER Adoption Grant (2013)
Received grant to develop a textbook-free course for College Composition Developed curriculum based on OER resources (Open Electronic Resources)
San Francisco State University (2011, 2012)
Travel grants for presentation & attendance at NeMLA 2011, 2012
San Francisco State University (2010)
Travel grant for language study in FranceTravel grant to attend Decolonizing Knowledge and Power conference in Tarragona, Spain
Mills College Research Grant (2008)
Grant to travel to Palestine for research on human rights
International Education__________________________________________________
Decolonization of Power and Knowledge (2010)
Tarragona, SpainSummer research program
Institut Européen de Français (2010)
Montpellier, FranceIntensive language classes in French
Escuela Horizonte (2005)
Estelí, Nicaragua Intensive language classes in Spanish
Popul Vuh (2004)
Quetzaltenango, GuatemalaIntensive language classes in Spanish
Related Academic Experience______________________________________________
Portals Comparative Literature Journal (SFSU)
Managing Editor (2010), Associate Editor (2009, 2011)
San Francisco State University
Administrative and Research Assistant
Classics and Comparative Literature Department
Outsider Poetry Anthology (Mills College)
Managing Editor
"Enter the House: Desert Ode," "Heartbeat," and "Walt Whitman: A Tribute"
Scratching Against the Fabric, Unbound Content, LLC, forthcoming 2014
"Conflicted City: The City as Site of Conflict in Brother, I'm Dying and 'Leyenda de la Tatuana.'" Portals: A journal in comparative literature Vol 8 (2010)
CONFERENCES with Papers Presented_____________________________
"Chiapas," "South," "Story"
pending January 2015
Bridgewater College International Poetry Festival
"Underdiscovered: The Potential for Joy, Fulfillment, and Job Security
at the Community College" (Roundtable)
pending April 2014
Northeast Modern Language Association (NeMLA), Harrisburg, PA. Chair
"'For a Single, Beautiful Word': The Construction of Blackness in the Parsley Massacre:
Furious Flower Poetry Conference
September 2014
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA. Moderator
"No-cost Textbooks: The Magical World of OERs and Creative Commons Licensing"
Innovations in Teaching and Learning, Fall 2013 Instructional Technology Summit
September 2013
Blue Ridge Community College, Weyers Cave, VA
"From Whose History Excluded: Bodies and Borders in the Caribbean,"
March 2013
Northeast Modern Language Association (NeMLA), Boston MA. Chair
"Collage, an Autobiography;" and other poems
January 2013
Bridgewater College International Poetry Festival
"Conflicted City: The City as Site of Colonialism, Conflict, and Difference in Edwidge Danticat and Miguel Angel Asturias,"
March 2012
American Comparative Literature Association (ACLA)
Providence, RI.
"Negotiating the Changing Nature of Academia (Roundtable),"
March 2012
Northeast Modern Language Association (NeMLA)
Rochester NY. Chair
"Unlikely mirror: The cyborgization of Yzur and the female body(ies) in Pubis angelical,"
March 2012
Northeast Modern Language Association (NeMLA)
Rochester, NY.
"Bending The Rules in New Latin American Literature: Literature and National Identity in Haiti and the Dominican Republic,"
April 2011
Northeast Modern Language Association (NeMLA)
Newark, NJ
"Hidden Anxieties: Deconstructing the Construction of Identity in the Song of Roland,"
March 2011
Iconoclasm: The Breaking and Making of Images,
University of Toronto, Canada.
"Bending The Rules: Literature and National Identity in Haiti and the DR"
November 2010
Dis/placing Boundaries in the Romance World,
University of Oregon
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT in the VCCS ________________________
Adjunct Evaluation Committee, present
Committee member of the Woodbridge Adjunct Evaluation Committee; review and rank adjunct portfolios; attend committee meetings to develop plans to support quality adjunct instruction; serve as mentor to adjuncts as part of the newly established peer mentor groups
CETL Teaching Squares, present
Participant in a non-evaluative process of reciprocal classroom observation and self-reflection; observed colleagues throughout the semester in order to reflect and improve on my own best practices.
The Northern Virginia Review, present
Blogger, pending Board approval
Post monthly posts on The Northern Virginia Review blog;
Expand the online presence of TNVR by interviewing local writers, connecting various communities with local artistic happenings, and creatively assist in deepening TNVR's identity.
The Rising Phoenix, present
Collaboration with faculty members in the Woodbridge Communications and Theatre programs to sponsor a night of student performance in Spring 2015.
Chancellor's Developmental Education Institute, present
Attended a week long seminar aimed at deep discussion of the reality of developmental education in the VCCS; attend meetings throughout the year to strengthen engagement in developmental education pedagogy; attend the 2015 summer reunion and contribute to the VCCS' strategic vision for developmental educational classes.
JMU-BRCC Transfer Alignment Grant, present
Partnered with JMU partner to develop a three-stage writing packet to be distributed to college faculty. Teaching packet guides students through the stages of the writing process, including deep emphasis on research, avoiding plagiarism, and reflection.
VCCS English/ESL Peer Group, present
"OER Panel Discussion," panelist
"Reflections from the 2014 Master Teacher Seminar," presenter
NeMLA CV Clinic, 2014, 2015
Logistical Assistant
Organize professional mentorship opportunity between tenured faculty and graduate students at the annual NeMLA convention;
Complete logistical arrangements including recruiting faculty mentors, distribution of CVs, and creative solve last minute complications.
2014 Virginia Master Teacher Seminar
Participated in a week long exchange of ideas, teaching strategies, innovations, and philosophy with educators across disciplines from the VCCS
Virginia Chancellor's Open Educational Resources (OER) Adoption Grant,
Participant in Phase I and II of grant;
Received grant to develop a textbook-free course for College Composition Developed curriculum based on OER resources (Open Electronic Resources);
Worked with a VCCS wide English team to collate OER resources for ENG 111, 112, and ENF classes
BRCC Staff Appreciation Committee, 2014
Coordinated college wide event to demonstrate appreciation for staff;
Organized individual thank you letters to be written for each staff member;
Successfully oversaw all logistical arrangements for event
BRCC ESL/Developmental English Tutor Hiring Committee, 2014
Reviewed application portfolios for grant funded tutor program at BRCC;
Interviewed applicants for open positions;
Supervised tutor embedded in classroom
Harrisonburg Rockinghamd Free Clinc, Harrisonburg VA
Volunteered as front office assistant and Spanish-English translator for local clinic serving the medical needs of low-income chronic care patients
RAW Talent, Richmond CA
Mentored high school writers from under-resourced communities
Harrisonburg Free Clinic (2013)
25 W Water St Harrisonburg, VA 22801, (540) 433-5431
Front Office Assistant, Translator, Writer
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CPT Human Rights Delegation to Palestine(2008)
Participated on a two week human rights delegation in the Palestine, and Israel Interviewed Palestinian and Israeli peace workers and activists
Chiapas Peace House Project, Chiapas, Mexico (2004-2006)
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Organized office library, assisted in clerical tasks and translationsAccompanied director to community meetingsAssisted in weekly radio program, workshops, and educational eventsPerformed vital research for special projects
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New Community Project, Guatemala (2005)
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Hurricane Stan Response(2005
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Enlace Civil (2005)
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Instituto Meso-America de Permacultura (IMAP)(2004)
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Witness for Peace Human Rights Delegation to Colombia(2004)
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Lewis & Clark College Environmental Research Group(2003)
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Pegg and Frost play two nerds whose dream vacation turns into a road trip that will rock their universe forever as they fight to help save an awesome little green man named Paul.
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Demand is high for quant models that manage asset allocation. Investors need to understand the limits of quant models, and this involves some geeky math. Bottom line: Quant will never replace human decision making.
During the last week, quant models for tactical asset allocation (TAA) have crossed my desk not once but twice: One email cited this article from the Journal of Portfolio Management, and an SA reader asked me about the Cambria Global Tactical ETF (NYSEARCA:GTAA) (pdf here). I have also seen lots of interest in the market for quant TAA in ETFs, mutual funds, and in quant services for investment advisors.
Despite the surge of interest, I must respectfully disagree with using a pure quant model for TAA. Most of the ones I have seen are based on trend following, so they are continually chasing performance. This contributes to bubbles.
Generally speaking, quant models are very good at telling us what worked over the last 20 years. But they tell us very little about what will happen in the years ahead. That's because most quant models are based on backtesting, which tend to overfit the data. For example, these portfolios invariably recommend an allocation to gold simply because it has performed well in the past. This overfitting is mere extrapolation of the past, and it results in nonsense portfolios.
In addition, mean-variance optimization results in large estimation errors, which was identified as a problem quite some time ago. (This old article offers a great summary). In a nutshell, an optimized portfolio tends to concentrate assets in a manner that also concentrates risk, so the portfolio manager must introduce constraints. The very idea of constraints, however, takes us away from quant and towards human judgment. This reveals the limits of pure quant.
One way of avoiding this overfitting of past data is to use longer testing periods, and Monte Carlo simulations. This is a way of "bootstrapping" results, and creating many samples and simulations from a limited set of historic data.
The problem with bootstrapping is that market returns cannot be disconnected from their historical context. Bonds have beaten stocks for the 30-year period ending in 2011. This happened for a reason, and we need to understand this reason. Monte Carlo simulations treat each year as unrelated to the prior year (so there is no serial correlation), and each year is disconnected from its historic context.
Here's a simple example: Backtesting now suggests that my mom should own long-term U.S. government bonds. I think that this is stupid. My mom is a conservative retiree, and Treasurys are in a bubble. Therefore, I recommend a mix of corporate bonds and dividend stocks for my mom, since I believe this portfolio has a better risk/return profile. (Details of my mom's portfolio are here.)
Cloning Soros
In addition, asset allocation today is radically different than it was ten years ago. "Stocks/Bonds/Cash" used to suffice, but now everyone is a global macro investor, a la George Soros. Or, better yet, we are all macro traders, thanks to a quant system. Many of these systems are based on price momentum, and contribute to market bubbles. So they are not only naïve, but dangerously naïve.
The Human Element
Personally, I would rather rely on human assumptions by a human being. My associate, Ed Stavetski of PCM Partners, is a good example, since he can tell me what he owns and why he owns it. If I cannot do that for a client, then shame on me. I am not going to tell the client "Sorry, the model failed. No retirement for you."
Alternatively, an investor could rely on a professional TAA fund run by human beings. This includes two of the largest tactical funds: Ivy Asset Strategy C (WASCX) and Pimco All Asset Inst'l (PAAIX). Both funds have returned between 5% and 6% over the last five years, and both are run with specific assumptions about the outlook for capital markets. These funds are complex; I wrote about their limitations here.
Unfortunately, there is no way of getting around the fact that decisions by human being are ultimately responsible for investment performance. Granted, investors may clamor for models, and for wizardly TAA portfolios. But most investors are better off doing their asset allocation the old fashioned way: low-cost funds, broad diversification, and periodic rebalancing. In academic circles, this is called the 1/N portfolio.
The Value of Quant
Let me say that I do appreciate the insights of backtesting, and mean-variance optimization using Markowitz 2.0. Paul Kaplan of Morningstar is a humble innovator in this vein, and he just published the Frontiers of Modern Asset Allocation. As he noted, quant methods sharpen our focus, and force us to state our assumptions about future returns and future correlations. This is a tremendously useful exercise, and it should be our focus. We need to spend our time evaluating our assumptions, not endlessly tweaking our quant models.
For Math Geeks
My final tirade about quant models is described in "Models Behaving Badly": Mathematics can only describe reality; mathematics does not create reality. Wall Street's obsession with mathematics has pushed these models into applications that are far beyond their capacity, and this contributes to bubbles and crashes.
For math geeks, this is described by Gödel's incompleteness theorum. This shows that will always be statements that are undecideable in any formal mathematical system. Thus, no mathematical model can be a complete description of reality, even in principle. This should make any quant humble, and it has implications for all types of quant models, especially those that drive tactical asset allocation.
Another way of saying it is this: The choice of any particular model returns us to the human element, so there is no way to turn the art of investing into a mathematical science. To me, the search for a perfect quant system for TAA is a fool's errand: It's a search for a square circle.
I may sound dogmatic, but I'm always looking for ways my ideas may be wrong or incomplete. Intellectual humility is a good thing. So I welcome comments from readers to point out the mistakes and limitations of my thinking.
Disclosure: I have no positions in any stocks mentioned, and no plans to initiate any positions within the next 72 hours.


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Having a website is necessity for every business today. Your business website is the first and the best point of contact for your potential customers. However, you can't be sure about the type of device used by customers to visit your business website. If your website is built on standard resolution of 1024×768, it will look perfect on most of the modern laptops and desktops. But, have you ever imagined how it will appear on a smart phone? The rigid layout of your website will force your mobile visitors to use pinch and zoom feature which is so cumbersome and they will most likely leave your website to never come back again.
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The Biml Interrogator demo was designed to show Biml Developers how to extract useful metadata from sources that do not natively support it. Originally it was designed for delimited text files and Excel files, but it could be used for other sources with a little work. My demos walk you through the different steps you'd…Read More BimlExpress Directions for the Interrogator


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14 Great Spots to Watch the Fourth of July Fireworks in Washington, DC
Nothing beats seeing the Independence Day fireworks against the DC skyline of monuments and memorials.
Watching the fireworks is one of the highlights of DC's Fourth of July celebrations, and there plenty of interesting sites from which to view them. You'll find excellent vantage points from many rooftop bars, sitting on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, across the river in Arlington and many other places throughout the District.
In terms of planning, know that the July Fourth fireworks show in the nation's capital begins at nightfall, typically just after 9 p.m. Check out our guide to strategic sites around DC where you can get the best view.
Anywhere on the National Mall – from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to the plaza in front of the Jefferson Memorial – is the best (but busiest) place to watch the fireworks. Stake out your spot with a blanket, beach chairs and a picnic basket full of food and lots of water. Then get there early for the best viewing.
Watch from across the Potomac River at some ideal viewing areas. Check out the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, also known as the Iwo Jima Memorial, and the nearby Netherlands Carillon in Virginia. With the mesmerizing Marine Corps War Memorial statue as the backdrop, the fireworks take on even greater meaning.
There are plenty of options for family-friendly fireworks cruises on one of the sightseeing boats that voyage along the Potomac River. Check the schedules of the Potomac Riverboat Company, Entertainment Cruises, Embark and even more waterfront tour operators to find one that suits you.
There a plenty of great rooftops to watch the fireworks in the District. POV Rooftop Lounge and Terrace at the W Hotel and the Sky Bar at the Beacon Hotel are just a couple of restaurants and bars in Washington, DC that host Fourth of July fireworks viewing events. Make sure to check with the restaurants for details and ticket information.
You can also find restaurants in DC with spectacular views of the fireworks from the ground level. Sequoia, Nick's Riverside Grill and Tony & Joe's Seafood Place on the Georgetown waterfront or Café du Parc in Downtown are all extra comfortable places to dine and view the fireworks on Independence Day.
Rent some wheels from Bike and Roll, Capital Bikeshare or at the Columbia Island Marina on the Virginia side of the Potomac River, near the Pentagon. Then ride up the Mount Vernon Trail to find a spot to stop and enjoy the fireworks show. Yes, this amazing view is from the trail.
For a luxurious place to experience the DC fireworks, check into The Hay-Adams, with a penthouse space that offers panoramic views of the White House and National Mall. Many of the JW Marriott's guest rooms also face the Mall, as well as the Mandarin Oriental Washington, D.C. on the Southwest Waterfront.
The majestic U.S. Supreme Court building on Capitol Hill has a 252-foot wide oval plaza that is spacious and open with unobstructed views of the fireworks bursting in air. Get there early to claim a seat, and then settle in and enjoy the show.
Hains Point on East Potomac Park is a serene stretch of public land on a peninsula that stretches into the Potomac River. The park provides great views of the Potomac and Anacostia rivers, as well as the Washington Channel, and there are key spots with picnic tables and benches providing an ideal sightline to watch the fireworks.
Find a spot on the grassy slope of the Washington National Cathedral in Upper Northwest. Because this is one of the highest points in the DC area (the top of the tower is the highest), it's a good place to picnic and wait for the sky to fill with a colorful display.
Make your way to Cardozo High School at 1200 Clifton Street NW, a couple blocks removed from the busy U Street neighborhood. This off-the-beaten path fireworks viewing location provides some of the most expansive views of DC's Fourth of July fireworks.
Enter this park on an island in the Potomac River from the southbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway to witness an astonishing, unobstructed view of the fireworks.
Conveniently located only four blocks from the National Mall, make your way down to The Wharf for a full day of Fourth of July festivities. With a number of public piers and green spaces, as well as rooftop spaces at the Intercontinental and Canopy hotels, this go-to destination for dining and entertainment also provides great vantage points to view the District's fireworks.
Across the Potomac River, near Arlington National Cemetery, sits the U.S. Air Force Memorial. Its height provides an ideal vista for fireworks over the nation's capital.
Don't forget to bring your camera when you catch the fireworks – you'll want to remember this experience forever. Now that you know what to do during the evening, here are some great ideas for ways to celebrate the Fourth of July in Washington, DC.


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Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Evans And Patton To Texas Council On Alzheimer's Disease And Related Disorders
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Joe Evans and Eddie Patton, M.D. to the Texas Council on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders for terms set to expire on August 31, 2021. Additionally, the Governor named Rita Hortenstine chairman of the council. The council facilitates the coordination of state services for victims of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
Joe Evans of Beaumont is the general manager of Beaumont Occupational Services, a drug, alcohol, and occupational testing facility. He is president of Habitat for Humanity of Jefferson County Board of Directors. Additionally, he is a board member of the Garth House Mickey Mehaffy Children's Advocacy Program and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Evans received a Bachelor of Science in history education from Florida A&M University.
Eddie Patton, M.D. of Sugarland is a general neurologist at Mischer Neuroscience Associates. He serves as American Academy of Neurology delegate for the American Medical Association House of Representatives and a Harris County Medical Society delegate for the Texas Medical Association House of Representatives. He is president of the Harris County Neurological Society and board member of the Texas Neurological Society, Harris County Medical Society, and the American Academy of Neurology Government Relations Committee. Patton received a Bachelor of Science in biology/pre-medicine from Xavier University of Louisiana, a Master of Science in biology from Alabama State University, and a Doctor of Medicine from Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Rita Hortenstine of Dallas has served on the Texas Council on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders since 2008. She has dedicated over a decade of service and volunteer work for persons living with Alzheimer's and their caregivers. She is a member of the Darrell K Royal Research Fund for Alzheimer's Executive Committee and Charter 100 Women's Organization. She previously served as board member of the Alzheimer's Association National Board and the Alzheimer's Association Dallas Chapter, where she founded the RJ Roper Caregiver's Awards program for Alzheimer's caregivers and the Dallas Arboretum, where she initiated their Memory Garden Project for persons with memory loss and their caregivers. Additionally, she represents Texas in two national public policy organizations, Us Against Alzheimer's and Leaders Engaged On Alzheimer's Disease (LEAD Coalition). Hortenstine attended the University of Missouri.


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The Cypriot market has always had a big degree of protection from the rest of Europe, enabling higher prices and restricted competition. But the internet changes all that.
Want to sell online, but not sure how it works or where to start?
This article explains what happens when you buy online - or of course you can leave it all to us to get you started.
The latest thing internet entrepreneurs are using is Facebook advertising. And it's not hard to see why they're excited!
Think about this:
When businesses start selling on the web, there's a raft of consumer protection legislation that applies throughout the EU to be aware of.
If you're operating fairly, there's nothing to be afraid of. However, it's good to understand what the regulations are so you don't fall foul of them.
Recently we've had conversations with lots of people wanting to start selling products on the web. And they all want to keep stock to be able to offer immediate delivery.
Why are we so much more for our clients than just another web design company?
Recently we had a customer bring us a complex e-commerce requirement.
That prompted us to look again at the various e-commerce internet shopping cart solutions currently available.
Advertising used to be expensive, loosely targeted and its effectiveness almost impossible to quantify. Until Google Adwords came along.
Google Adwords is inexpensive, very tightly targeted and you can measure it's effectiveness precisely. And you can make it happen almost instantly.
The European Union (EU) has just published some new statistics highlighting the growth of e-commerce throughout Europe.
These figures show clearly the size of the e-commerce opportunity waiting to be filled in Cyprus. And filled it will be, fast.
Today's Cyprus Mail has an interesting article about the use of credit cards in general and for internet purchases in particular.
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Community Notebook
Pianafiddle - violinist/fiddler Adam DeGraff and pianist Randy Morris - will bring its improvisational and innovative musical performance to the Davis Theatre's "On Stage at the Davis" at 8 p.m. Friday.
Tickets are $35 and available at www.CabarrusArtsCouncil.org and at the box office, 704-920-2753, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.
The Davis Theatre is at 65 Union St. S., Concord, in Cabarrus County's historic courthouse. It's operated by the Cabarrus Arts Council.
Beginning only with a familiar tune, DeGraff and Morris improvise as they go, blending the traditional, the unwritten and the spontaneous in performances that transcend musical genres.
For more information on Pianafiddle visit www.pianafiddle.com.
Tickets go on public sale Monday for the Piedmont Players Theatre's youth production of "Ramona Quimby," a comedy by Len Jenkin based on the novels of Beverly Cleary.
Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday and Nov. 19; and at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Nov. 20 at the Norvell Theater, 135 E. Fisher St.
Tickets are available 9 a.m.-1 p.m. weekdays at the box office, 213 S. Main St.; by phone at 704-633-5471 until 5 p.m.; and two hours before each show. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students and senior adults (age 62 and older). www.piedmontplayers.com; 704-633-5471.
The Old Courthouse Theatre will raise money through an Antiques and Collectibles Auction and Appraisal Fair, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at the theater, 49 Spring St. N.W., Concord.
A $5 donation per item to be appraised is requested.
Proceeds will go to the theater group and to the Concord, Kannapolis and Mount Pleasant Friends of the Library.
To make a tax-deductible donation call 704-788-2405 or e-mail email@example.com.
Auction items may be viewed in advance at www.AuctionZip.com.
Details: www.oldcourthousetheatre.org.
Lake Norman
Angels Take Flight Children's Theatre Company will present "Woman in the Shoe" at 7 p.m. Nov. 19-20 and 2 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Charles Mack Citizen Center, 215 N. Main St. in Mooresville.
The musical drama, written by Karen Abercrombie, is about a foster mother and her 18 foster children. Because of sensitive material, children under 6 won't be admitted.
Tickets and reservations: 704-658-9293.
Jane Cain, organist and music director at Davidson College Presbyterian Church, 102 N. Main St. in Davidson, will play pipe organ in the chapel and sanctuary of the church at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday as part of the free Organ at Davidson series.
Details: www.dcpc.org.
The Lake Norman Bridge Center invites people of all ages and skill levels interested in developing their bridge skills to join its bridge club.
Classes meet at Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave. For information, call Marlene or John Smith, 704-992-1260, or visit www.corneliuspr.org/
Richard's Coffee Shop, 128 S. Main St. in Mooresville, will celebrate veterans from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, including a brief ceremony.
Details: Lonnie Long at 704-663-0488; firstname.lastname@example.com; www.welcomehomeveteran.org.
Beth Shalom of Lake Norman will host its 6th Annual Chanukah Party from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 5 at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 301 Caldwell Lane in Davidson.
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Residential Staff Coordinator (D3)(Salem)
- Assist in the interviewing, selection and hiring of new staff.
- Conduct and/or coordinate pre-service training for all new employees and annual in-service training of all residential program specialists.
- Coordinate and schedule 24 hour staffing for residential site.
- Provide shift coverage when needed and ensure a 24-hour on-call system is maintained.
- Monitor and calculate staff hours and ETC adjustments on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Supervise and evaluate staff with assistance from the Program Manager, and participate in the discipline process as needed.
- Complete monthly health and safety checklists.
- Ensure that monthly fire drills are conducted and recorded.
- Monitor agency vehicles to ensure that they are being maintained and the mileage is being properly recorded.
- Participate in rotating on-call responsibility, and work floor shifts as needed.
- Experience in a community based residential program serving individuals with developmental disabilities with some challenging behaviors.
- Prior supervisory experience preferred.Degree in Special Education, Psychology, or Human Services field desired.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have excellent organizational skills and ability to follow through on assigned tasks.
- Ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with management, administrative staff, employees, residents, and the general public.
- Ability to work as a team player.
- Must carry a cell phone and be able to respond to emergency situations.
- Must have a valid Oregon driver's license or provide Motor Vehicle Record report from state issuing license and have an acceptable 3-year driving record.
- Must pass DHS Background Check.
Human Resources Director, Work Unlimited, 515 SW Western Blvd. Corvallis, OR 97333, (541) 757-6426, or go to www.workunlimited.org, to obtain an application or apply on-line.
To apply online, click on the link below:
Residential Staff Coordinator (D3)(Salem)
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Please mail or fax completed application to:
Work Unlimited HR Department
515 SW Western Blvd.
Corvallis, OR 97333
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Chesterfield (3+ 2Seater)
This product is made with a quality hardwood frame that has been kiln dried, glued and reinforced. The seats have POCKET SPRUNG cushions wrapped in polyester fibers, while on the back, foam wrapped with soft Dacron fibers for extra softness and comfort. Finally, top graded real leather is used to give it that quality finish.
Available Colours:
Black, White
" We can make this sofa is any colour and any size of your choice"
1Seater Size:Width 115cm / Depth 97cm / Height 73 Cm
2Seater Size:Width 163cm / Depth 97cm / Height 73 Cm
3Seater Size:Width 206cm / Depth 97cm / Height 73 Cm


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Teaser Tuesday : Independence
Maggie held the cups of juice and I carried the take-out pancake boxes in mine. We climbed the stairs and I watched her jeans as we climbed.
I stared a hole in those jeans.
If she felt the heat of my stare, she didn't say anything. If she heard my thoughts, she didn't say anything about that either. I heard her laugh and decided to leave it at that and not go see what she was laughing about. It was probably about me…staring a hole…in those daggum jeans.


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Exit 22 Music
DJ Calz (aka Chris Calamera), also known for his work in his music company Exit 22 Music, is a Producer and DJ based out of New York City, NY. He writes and creates electronic dance music, specializing in manufacturing remixes of tracks from the NYC-based band Exit 22 (www.Exit22Music.com).
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Beauty might be only skin-deep. However, it is given a lot of value in certain fields such as modeling, and acting. Since everyone is not born with the same level of perfection, enhancing the best features is one way to look stunning. One such feature in the body that can be enhanced to perfection is the smile.. Cosmetic dentistry is a field where your dentists from bartell dental deal with a variety of procedures to enhance an individual's smile.
When your smile is healthy and beautiful, the benefits can follow. First an improved self-image influences a better dental hygiene and an improvement in your overall health.
Many dark and super-white spots can be reduced in one office visit by using an acidic-micro-abrasion scrub. These unsightly spots can safely be removed usually in a single office visit with an "acidic-micro-abrasion technique". Absolutely no anesthetic is required.
"Touch Up" Cosmetic Dentistry procedures are techniques which give you the biggest "bang for your buck". These procedures are proven to be simple, safe, quick, and non-invasive. They are inexpensive, and the results are immediate, dramatic and long lasting.
Cosmetic dentistry in San Francisco has gone through many advances over the last decade, with the advent of newer more effective treatments to whiten your teeth, change the appearance your teeth, and with new materials and special equipment with which to use them. Cosmetic dentistry improves the appearance of your teeth using reshaping, bonding, porcelain veneers, or dental implants, and a variety of other industry procedures.
Decayed, cracked and chipped teeth are common, but they can destroy your smile. As a result of tooth-grinding, too-vigorous tooth brushing, decay, or just bad circumstances, many damaged or disfigured teeth can be restored. The Cosmetic Dentist adheres restorative materials directly to your teeth, this technique is called "direct adhesion" (called "bonding") Direct adhesion methods maximally preserve the existing natural tooth structures. Properly cared for and not abused, these materials last years. Even then, outright material failure is rare.
Cosmetic dentistry techniques can improve the appearance of your damaged, discolored, misshapen, or misaligned teeth. Take the time to find a good cosmetic Dentist in your area to explain to your personally how stress free and painless the procedures can be.


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After winning the draft lottery in 1972, Don came to Florida to serve 4 years in the U.S. Navy at NAS Jacksonville, and also deployed to Keflavik, Iceland and Sigonella, Sicily with VP-16 Anti-Submarine Squadron. Following his honorable discharge in 1976 and spending some time with his family in Connecticut, he moved back to Florida and finally to Volusia County in 1980 to attend college at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, where he pursued and completed his B.S. degree in Aeronautical Studies with Engineering.
Anyone who has lived in New Smyrna Beach for any length of time knows it doesn't take long to get sand in your shoes, so here he stayed as a local businessman, father, and full time working Realtor with Watson Realty Corp.
Says Don, "In any business, integrity and consistency will yield success. Do your best every time, no exceptions. Our word is our only stock in trade. Pretty simple."
"It's true what they say: If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life. I couldn't imagine doing anything else right now or doing it with another company. This team of Realtors is unquestionably the best in our state, and certainly the most fun to work with."
For thorough, dependable, and professional real estate services, call Don Peknik at Watson Realty Corp. 386-785-3154 direct "There's no place like home...in New Smyrna Beach!"
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We have an in-depth understanding of the market you're looking at. We go beyond traditional real estate agency scopes to evaluate the value of the property you're considering buying or selling. We understand that this decision is likely one of the biggest you'll make.
When you're looking to choose a place to settle, make sure it's the best investment. New Smyrna Beach offers a very unique environment in its beachside and mainland community and is one of the last vestiges of small coastal towns in Florida. If you're looking for a great change of pace, some serious relaxation or just like the feeling of your toes in the sand and the sound of waves lapping the beach, we just might have the place you're looking for.


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We have 8 days left till the show and things are all starting to come together!! This also means you ONLY HAVE 8 DAYS LEFT to contribute to Indiegogo as well! We are sold out on the 1st dibs to the art but we opened up another perk to get 2nd dibs on the art! You will get early access to all the pieces before everyone and it will also allow you to purchase something if you are out of town!
Please remember! Any contributions made now will go straight to the What's Up Dog LA!
We were recently featured in an article from Penny Arcade! We revealed 3 exclusive pieces during that interview. You can read the article here!
Spread the word! It's countdown time!


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How to Buy Rainwear
by Jane Marshall
Have you ever been truly drenched in the great outdoors? The kind of drenched where your hair is dripping and even your underwear's soaked? It's no fun. Whether you're walking your dog or on a multi-day mountain trek, staying dry and comfortable is extremely important. Luckily, gear companies want to help. They're continually improving waterproof material for optimal comfort, and new technologies keep pushing the boundaries. Campers Village then curates these technologies giving you access to exactly what you need.
Choose Your Activity
First, decide what you'll be using the rainwear for.
Super Lightweight 2.5 Layer
Good for: Travel, backpacking, emergency shell
These are known as 2.5 layer jackets as they have the outer layer, inner waterproof material, and then the protective print or sheen next to your skin (the 0.5 part of the equation) all melded together. They're designed to be extremely light — too light to not have stuffed in your pack for emergencies.
Standard 2 Layer
Good for: Day hikes, walking the dog, for those who prefer the softness These have 2 layers separated from each other — the outer layer, which is an exterior fabric melded to a waterproof membrane forming one layer, and then a separate inner fabric that feels good next to your skin. These are a little more bulky, but super comfy and versatile.
Extra Rugged 3 Layer
Good for: Long backpacking trips, backcountry skiing, trekking, climbing, rugged adventures
This is the most durable jacket style. It's like a sandwich: the waterproof membrane is squished between a rugged outer fabric and an inner liner, all they're all melded together. This is typically the most breathable jacket, and also the highest end.
Soft Shell
These jackets are totally waterproof, but unlike their relatives 'the hard shells,' they have a softer feel and are stretchy. These jackets can be either water resistant or truly waterproof. Soft shells often have a light fleecy fabric inside and are great technical jackets for backcountry skiing, snowshoeing, and climbing.
Waterproof Membranes and Technology
In the olden days, staying dry was tough. It involved using oil or wax to repel water, and heavy materials like canvas. In 1959 Wilbert and Genevieve Gore started their own basement business and revolutionized waterproofing. They created GORE-TEX (and began selling commercially in 1976). It was the first waterproof breathable fabric membrane, meaning it kept water out while letting body heat pass through the membrane.
You'll find GORE-TEX or individual companies' own brands of waterproofing in almost all technical garments.
What is DWR?
DWR stands for durable water repellent. It's a chemical coating used on the outside fabric. It sheds water and is breathable so it doesn't compromise the inner membrane. Essentially, it keeps the outside fabric from getting waterlogged and heavy.
Caring for your Waterproof Garments
Read garment care labels and follow instructions to the letter.
- Wash your jacket when it looks soiled or water is no longer beading. This will help the membrane breathe again and will revitalize the DWR. Note: heat is often needed.
- Never, EVER, use fabric softener. This clogs the pores and can ruin your garment.
- Don't use regular soap — not liquid or powder. Use Nikwax Tech Wash or a similar product.
- Once the garment is clean, if needed, reapply the waterproofing. Wash-in and spray on types are available.
Waterproof Zippers
There are basically two ways to make a zipper waterproof. Look for storm flaps, waterproof fabric that covers the zipper, or a true waterproof zipper that forms a seal.
Buyer's Tip
Campers Village clothing buyer Kathy Robertson recommends checking out these cool technologies:
Columbia's OutDry, which has the membrane on the outside:
Gear Testing with OutDry Extreme
or their new environmentally friendly, dye-free rain jacket:


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Romfh® Sarafina Full-Seat Breeches
The Romfh® Sarafina Full-Seat Breech is a flattering, exceptionally comfortable mid-rise technical breech offering freedom of movement and an outstanding fit. Made with soft, cooling, moisture-wicking fabric this ladies' breech features a front zip, wide waistband, front pockets and a stretchy faux suede full-seat. Read more...
The Romfh® Sarafina Full-Seat Breech is a flattering, exceptionally comfortable breech that enhances rider performance with technical features such as temperature control and moisture management. Made with innovative, cooling Softtouch™ micro-nylon fabric with power-stretch yarns makes these the softest, most comfortable technical breeches in the marketplace. This ladies' mid-rise breech features a flattering contoured waistband, strategically placed back yoke and wide non-binding fit that allows your waist, hips and other assets to look their best. With a vertical stretch synthetic suede seat similar to European brands, this breech breathes and stretches like you do! Machine washable. Imported.
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After spending money on less expensive, lower quality breeches that didn't fit well, I found this breech. It's at the max I can spend on a breech, but I worth the expense. They are super comfortable and look great. The fit is good; I appreciate the higher, wider waistband to hold a little more of me in after having 3 children ;) Buy them and you won't be disappointed.
Customer Service
At Dressage Extensions, our goal is your complete satisfaction. We want you to receive all items exactly as you anticipated. If you are not satisfied for any reason, you are invited to return the unused item for an exchange or complete refund within 30 days (undergarments are not returnable). Just follow the return instructions on the back of the invoice that accompanies your order. Call us if you have any questions.
Our Customer Service Department is committed to answering your questions. Our expert dressage staff is available by e-mail or by phone at 800-303-7849. The Customer Service department's hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, Pacific time.
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Split airport is placed out the city of Split near to TWENTY-FOUR km far away. The air-port istruly occupied, mainly in summer time where the jets landed and launched 24 hours a day.
The first thing that you will want as soon as you come and grab baggage is the transportation to your place in the city of Split. In the front the of the airport terminal you can expect to see a ton taxis wating confused tourists with the intention to harvest the maximum available amount of money for the purpose of transfer. It happens to be real depressing practice to choose a minicab and have no idea of precisely how much gonna cost the particular drive to planned place. Beginer travellers or not common one's are very fast taken inside the nets of unprincipled car owners sitting to rate abnormal their individuals while using way more than twice the typical selling price. Trying to collect more money out of passenger cab staff looking for overload bags then charged it. The things cab drivers trying is only the fast buck, they can't give first-rate client service or even speak fluent English.
Whenever you get to Split we highly recommend that you determine the final price as well as make a reservation for a airport transfer. The easiest option to pre-book transfer on Split airport is usually to go to Internet and lookup for carriers which offer this sort of services. Whenever booking insist that chauffeurs talk your language or perhaps the language on which you can explain. Definitely request the confirmation that the charge from the air port to the particular city is flat.
In case you have a tiny budget, you may have a bus. Exactly outside the airport terminal is going to be bus stop and nearly every half-hour there's a common service. Vehicles in the summer season traveling yet more frequently than every half hour. If you ever pick to access your vacation spot using bus there can be found many downsides. You might drop approximately few hours getting to Split city center by having a bus. Bus drop off passengers mostly in the city center which might be far from your hotel. From this position you are required to get a taxi cab, which be awfully pricey. Based upon location your holiday accommodation is purchasing a minicab there can end you up paying much more for your travel and leisure instead of if you rent a professional services. It might look surprising but that's a reality.
It's actually a inexpensive airport transfer if you make a reservation for your transport transfer from the internet. Every one of the registered autos found in all of these organisations must possess insurance cover of travelers taken. This is another good reason to prefer airport transfers.Here
Airport Split transport
Split airport is placed out the city of Split near to TWENTY-FOUR km far away. The air-port istruly occupied, mainly in summer time where the jets landed and launched 24 hours a day.