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Most of y'all know that over the last year I've lost about 40lbs…well, actually, I haven't really shared that on Domestic Superhero, but if you watch my Live Shows on Facebook, then you know that. I started out being more mindful of what I was eating, and then started working out. One thing I incorporated as a nice snack or part of my breakfast were VitaTops, because they are super delicious, seem indulgent, but are less than 150 calories!
I find my VitaTops at Publix, but you can also find them at Kroger, Stop & Shop, Shop-Rite, or Target locations. I love VitaTops as an accompaniment to my usual breakfast because it feels like I am having a dessert with my breakfast, but it's actually healthy! All the deliciously indulgent VitaTops MuffinTops use only clean and simple ingredients, and offer a wide range of nutritional benefits! They are also organic, protein rich, and gluten free…most importantly, they taste so good!
In the morning I like to cook up an egg or two (depends if I am going to a workout shortly after breakfast), have my favorite coffee with some frothed milk, and then of course my VitaTop. I love the blueberry VitaTops, but there are also other flavors as well: Deep Chocolate, Superfood CranBran, Protein Banana Chocolate Chip, and Protein Lovers Chocolate Peanut Butter.
The VitaTops are healthy while feeling indulgent, and they have really helped me stay on track in terms of not splurging and blowing my healthy lifestyle. I definitely recommend you look up where you can find them and try them out for yourself!
Sometimes I even throw one into my gym bag, and snack on it before I workout or after. I know it defrosts pretty quickly, so I don't even have to worry about warming it up in that case! I love how versatile they are!
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On Saturday 23rd June, Student Rabbi Daniela Touti and members of our Rosh Chodesh group led a special Shabbat morning service. The service, which was dedicated to the memory of the late Betty Benscher, commemorated the centenary of (some) women getting the right to vote. Members of our Rosh Chodesh group choose or contributed to the readings and music – all written by women – used in the service.
After the service gifts were presented to Daniela as she completed her year long attachment to ELELS and prepares to return to her home community in France.
The service has been widely reported in local and specialist press:
- East London & West Essex Guardian: Women lead Shabbat service at Synagogue (27th June)
- Ilford Recorder: South Woodford synagogue holds first woman-led service and marks 100 years of suffrage (29th June)
- Jewish Chronicle: Essex shul celebrates a first for women (4th July)

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As work started to cover the dome of Mahabodhi temple with gold, two dozen commandos from Thailand are defending almost 300 kg gold in 13 pack in Bihar's Bodh Gaya village.
Technical experts' team from Thailand is to carry out that much awaited work to gold-plate the dome of the 1,500 year old temple.
After the 289 kg gold arrived by two days, pledged by Buddhist devotees from Thailand, it was conveyed to Bodh Gaya in a special plane from Bangkok. Technical professionals have eventually started the work under tight security in and around the temple, according to secretary of the Bodh Gaya temple management committee, N. Dorjee.
Member of the committee, Arvind Kumar Singh, said the work by Thai experts is being recorded on video since it engages treatment of the gold.
He added, "A 40-member team, encompassing 12 experts and 24 Thai commandos reached at Bodh Gaya with the gold held in 13 packs, and it would take around 40 to 50 days of work to complete." The team is directed by Thailand's former deputy prime minister General Pricha.
The local authorities too have established additional security to safeguard the gold.
Dorjee said last year Thailand's King Bhumibol Atulya took the conclusion to cover the dome of the temple with gold.
But it took some time to get clearance from the Archaeological review of India (ASI) for the work. The ASI officials will furthermore supply technical supervision for the gold inlay work.
An exceptional plea will be held under the holy Bodhi tree behind the major temple Nov 16 in which around 500 devotees from Thailand, including those who pledged gold, are expected to take part, Dorjee said.
According to Dojree, the first phase of the work involving chemical remedy was accomplished in August to prepare the foundation for gold plating.
"Now steps have been established around the temple's dome to enable professionals to reach the top of the structure to inlay it with thin gold sheet," he said.
Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar has also shown enthusiastic interest in the work.
A string of low-intensity bombs blew up in the temple complex in July. But there were no casualties and no damage was caused to the structure.
The 1,500 years-old 180 feet structure of the Mahabodhi temple is estimated to have been built between the 5th and 6th century. It was lost and forgotten then rediscovered in the 19th century by Alexander Cunningham, who founded the ASI in 1861.


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Editor's note: You can read Andy Sandrik's "Foot Notes" every other Friday in The Record Herald. It will feature Sandrik's stories, as well as a round-up of how runners from Franklin and Washington counties perform on the race paths.
As the man standing in front of me yawns, scratches his beard and goes through his stretches, it's clear he's up a little earlier than he'd like to be.
But Matt "Sharpie" Sharp wouldn't be here on this crisp Saturday morning if he didn't want to be. He's been off the cigarettes for several weeks and with clear eyes and a full heart, he's expressed he's ready to make a change in his lifestyle.
It's too early to tell if Sharpie is going through a phase or has undergone an honest-to-goodness epiphany, but either way, this is quite the change of pace from the guy I've called a friend since middle school. Over the course of our 20-plus years of friendship, Matt has introduced me to skipping school, smoking cigarettes and racing our cars down old country roads.
But now, after decades of living the "rode hard and put away wet" lifestyle, Matt wants me to teach him about something: Running.
He's been dabbling in this sport for a short while, logging a mile here and two miles there, and is serious about running his first Turkey Trot. He's even downloaded a running app on his phone to track his progress.
So today, with my 1-year-old Vivienne in her jogging stroller, my plan is to take Sharpie through the hilliest part of my neighborhood to see if he truly has what it takes to complete a 5K.
We begin our run from my house and I settle in for observation. There's always something to learn from watching runners at work, even the new ones, and with Matt I discover that not everyone delights in running and chatting at the same time. On this day, he is simply focused on conserving enough energy to get through the workout.
Sharpie's running form is varied as he uses his busy arms and hands to not only propel himself forward, but also to balance the back of his head to breathe. As Matt begins to heat up, he removes his shirt and stretches it above his head from left to right, all while maintaining a jog.
We've reached the halfway point of our out-and-back route and I can feel myself getting gassed: There's nothing easy about pushing a 30-pound child up hills! Sharpie, on the other hand, is full of energy and enthusiasm. He gives me a hard high five and takes off for the second half of our run. While this run is merely a test to see what Matt can handle, it sure seems like he thinks it's a race.
Fighting through a side stitch, Sharpie powers through the hills and asks me, "How long is a 5K?" while gazing down at his phone. After one final hill, we are home at last.
It's time for a cool down walk, followed by Gatorade and selfies with Vivienne, who put her newest word — "Go!" — to great use during our run. Matt's race-day goal of a sub-30 5K was easily crushed during our test run, and he asks if it's appropriate to post his workout on Facebook.
Of course it is, I tell him. Like anything else on social media — pictures of food and tropical vacations, political hot takes and body wraps you just HAVE to try — workout posts can be annoying, but if you can influence one person to change their life in a positive way, it's all worth it.
I'd like to think that, in one way or another, I am part of the reason Sharpie has taken up running. He sends me texts detailing his latest workouts and asks me for advice on shoes and dealing with leg soreness. Matt describes running to me as a way to organize his thoughts and pursue happiness from within.
It's very satisfying to hear this. There are so many cool things about this sport, like winning awards or nailing down a PR, but watching someone fall head over heels for running is a new and exciting feeling that I don't want to end.
I'm so proud of you, Matt, and I hope this is just the beginning of something great.
Delane Balafoutas knew there was a risk of losing her running career when she chose to donate her kidney in July. But the reward of being able to improve eight lives, including the life of her husband, through an exchange program was an opportunity Balafoutas wasn't about to pass up.
The best news, of course, is that Ted Balafoutas is back to living a normal life after two years on dialysis. But there's another happy ending to this story: Delane is running once again.
The 50-year-old Chambersburg woman, with close friend Katrina Coleman there every step of the way, battled through exhaustion to run a respectable 2:10 at the Hershey Half. She completed the race wearing a shirt that read, "Kidney Donor."
Delane was gently shoved into the race by Coleman.
"For my 50th birthday, she surprised me with a race bib and a night at Hershey Hotel," Delane said. "Running Hershey was a very emotional experience. ... Less than three months after donating, I'd say this was the best run I've ever had. While I ran, I prayed for my husband's continued good health and I prayed that someone else will step up to help another."
It's safe to say that at 41, Waynesboro's Jeffrey Hein is having the best year of his running career.
Hein has spent his 2018 stacking miles, setting PRs and even going on a 100-day running streak. Last weekend, at the Race Around the Green 5K in Mercersburg, Hein took his momentum another huge step forward by winning the race in 25:54.
Hein's not the only Waynesboro runner who has been heating up. Deb Swope, 50, captured three first-place age group awards in one weekend with her efforts at The Friends 10K, Boulder Dash 5-Miler and Spooky Sprint 2-Miler. One week prior, Swope completed the Columbus Marathon in 4:38:43 along with fellow Waynesboro runner John Kelley, who finished in 4:29:05.
In Chambersburg, the Go Girls Go 5K pulled in 195 runners and was won by Chambersburg's Dustin Adams in 19:05 over Gary Neus (22:35) and top female Rebecca Lolley (23:29) of Pittsburgh. Lolley defeated Chambersburg's Brooke Richards (25:11) and Dana Rosenberry (25:33). Other top runners in the race were Shippensburg's Stan Vaughn (23:53), Chambersburg's Max Unger (23:58), Neal Hospelhorn (26:27) and Raegen Hepner (26:36), as well as Waynesboro's Hein (25:26).
In Shippensburg, the SU Army ROTC 5K/10K drew nearly 100 runners. Top locals in the 10K were Chambersburg's Rodney Small (45:21) and Dustin Timmons (49:21), Shippensburg's Doug Shields (49:22), Dillon Feie (53:08) and Kimberly Diehl (56:46).
The ROTC 5K was won by Chambersburg's Jonathan Marshall, 30, in 19:36, with other area finishers including Shippensburg's Evan Corman (21:13), Ben Harrison (22:11), Ron Slozat (24:06), Jason Hershey (25:57) and Kelly Kramer (26:00).
Washington County runners stood out in the long-distance races, with those runners posting the area's fastest times at several big races, including the Marine Corps Marathon, Hershey Half Marathon, End of the Road Half Marathon and Runner's World Half Marathon.
We'll start with the fastest effort, which came from Hagerstown's Zachary Newman at the Runner's World Half Marathon. Newman crossed the finish line in 1:17:20 to finish ahead of Chambersburg's Alfred Smith (1:54:01), Jessica Miller (2:02:48) and Mark Ward (2:03:34).
At the Hershey Half, it was Hagerstown's Jordan Marquiss (1:29:45) and Will Marquiss (1:35:22) setting the pace for a local group that included Ship's Harrison Hipple (1:32:47), Michael Kirkpatrick (1:40:42) and Zachary Asper (1:48:23), Chambersburg's Dakota Strait (1:36:39), Rodney Small (1:42:32), Travis Harbaugh (1:46:42) and Cheryl Oyler (1:52:29), as well as Waynesboro's Hein (1:51:30).
Hagerstown's Clayton Smith set the pace for locals at the End of the Road Half Marathon, finishing sixth overall in 1:39:38 ahead of McConnellsburg's Kenneth Walker (1:44:49), Greencastle's Shawn Sutherin (1:52:55) and Chambersburg's Brad Evans (1:56:19).
Three runners -- all from Washington County -- broke four hours at the Marine Corps Marathon. Boonsboro's Andy Watson led the way in 3:11:55, followed by Hagerstown's Gina McFarland (3:28:27) and Lauren Cramer (3:50:47).
Other notable locals include Mercersburg's Mitch Hawbaker (47:39 at the Boulder Dash 5-Miler), Smithsburg's Steve Friend (3:42:32 at the Monster Mash Marathon), Chambersburg's Jason Huber (22:11 at the Friends 5K), Mark Willson (3:37 at the Call of the Wilds 25K) and Elizabeth Willson (3:43 at the Call of the Wilds 25K).
And now, a look ahead:
5K Fun Run/Walk for Alzheimer's: Saturday, 8:30 a.m., in Chambersburg. Gather at Menno Haven Northgate to take part in this event, which benefits the Alzheimer's Association. Register for the race on timberhilltiming.com.
Gettysburg Battlefield Half Marathon: Sunday, 7 a.m., Gettysburg. The marathon has been cancelled due to low numbers, but the half marathon is still ready to go on as scheduled. Look up this race on ywcagettysburg.com.
Christmas Cash Dash 5K/10K: Saturday, Nov. 10, 8 a.m., in Chambersburg. You don't have to be an elite runner to have a chance at winning $4,000 worth of cash prizes, you just have to cross the finish line. There will be 19 winning scratch-off race bibs at this event, with prizes ranging from $100 to $1,000. Check out the race on timberhilltiming.com.
Also: Battlefield Half Marathon (Saturday, in Winchester, Va.); Best Friends Half Marathon Relay (Saturday, in York); Ninja Half Marathon (Saturday, in York); Freedom 5K (Saturday, in Westminster, Md.); Schaeffer Half Marathon and 10K (Saturday, in Germantown, Md.); Terry Burk/Sam Case 5K (Saturday, in Westminster, Md.); Fire on the Mountain 50K (Sunday, in Flintstone, Md.); Gulliver's Run 5K (Sunday, in Lewisberry); Hot Cider Hustle 5K (Sunday, in Carlisle); Swatara Township Police 5K Hero Run (Sunday, in Harrisburg); Veterans Marathon (Sunday, in Blairsville); Educate Girls Superhero 5K (Saturday, Nov. 10, in Frederick, Md.); BCES Bobcat Run 5K (Saturday, Nov. 10, in Frederick, Md.); Hawk Hustle 5K (Saturday, Nov. 10, in York); Linda Kranias 5K (Saturday, Nov. 10, in Gettysburg); Luck o' the Irish 5 (Saturday, Nov. 10, in Shippensburg); Island Green Family Fun Center 5K (Saturday, Nov. 10, in Westminster, Md.); Pie Gobbler Best Friends 13.1 Relay (Saturday, Nov. 10, in Lewisberry); Bucks County Marathon (Sunday, Nov. 11, in Washington Crossing); Harrisburg Marathon (Sunday, Nov. 11); Dover 10-Miler (Sunday, Nov. 11); Health Unlimited Indoor Triathlon (Sunday, Nov. 11, in Mt. Airy, Md.).


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Stanley Michael Stefanik, 74, of Dundee, passed away peacefully Thursday, December 14, 2017, surrounded by family at Keuka Comfort Care Home in Penn Yan.
Calling hours will be held at Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday Dec. 28 and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday Dec 29 at St. Paul's Evanelical Lutheran Church, 135 Hamilton St. in Penn Yan. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday Dec. 29, at St. Paul's with the Rev. Johnathan Deibler officiating. Burial will be at 3 p.m. at Hillside Cemetery in Dundee.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Keuka Comfort Care, P.O. Box 107, Penn Yan, N.Y. 14527; Ontario- Yates Hospice and Palliative Care Association, 756 Pre-Emption Rd, Geneva, N.Y. 14456; or St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 135 Hamilton St, Penn Yan, N.Y. 14527.
Stan was born Aug. 13, 1943 in Adams, Mass., the son of Michael Stanley Stefanik and Rozalia "Rose" (Zieminski) Stefanik. He graduated from high school in Adams, Mass., then earned his BS from North Adams State College, and his MS from Syracuse University. He was a science teacher at Elmira Free Academy, Bradford Central School, and Dundee Central School, retiring from Dundee Central School in 2000. Mr. Stefanik advised classes and student council, and was trusted by scores of students as a good listener and a counselor. Throughout his 35-year career, he was known as a caring, dedicated teacher who made learning fun. Following retirement, Stan drove buses for K-Ventures, Coach & Equipment, and the Office for the Aging. He also served as a handyman for many people, reliable for both routine and emergency repairs.
On July 16, 1966 in Elmira, he married the former Elaine P. Horst, and was proud to be her beloved husband for 51 years. He became a dedicated father to three sons; Todd, Robb, and Rick. He enjoyed spending his summers and free time with his family, biking, hiking, camping, swimming, building, and tinkering. Stan did not limit his parenting to his blood offspring, becoming a father figure to many of his children's friends and his students as well. Throughout his life, he put his loved ones first. He loved listening to music with a message, and in later years enjoyed spending time with his wife going to restaurants, movies, performances, and taking bus tours of the U.S.
Stan was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church for 48 years, living out his strong faith in God and enjoying the fellowship of his church family. He used his carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills to maintain the building throughout his time there.
He is survived by his wife, Elaine (Horst) Stefanik; sons, Todd (Emily Van Ark), Robb (Danielle), and Rick (Cassondra) Stefanik; eight grandchildren, Makayla, Cole, Josslyn Hizer, Ryan, Evan, Kylie, Katrina, and Liam; a sister-in-law, June Crans; several nieces, nephews; and many cousins and friends. Besides his parents, he was pre-deceased by his brother, Andrew.
Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.


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Each year, there is an 85,000 numerical cap on the number of H-1B petitions for professionals to work in the U.S. on a temporary basis. Generally, the USCIS will start accepting H-1B petitions submitted by employers starting on April 1 for workers who will start their jobs on October 1, 2011.
Of these 85,000 H-1Bs, 20,000 are reserved for persons in possession of an advanced degree from a university in the U.S. This past year, the 20,000 cap was reached on December 24, 2010 while the 65,000 cap was reached a little over one month later on January 26, 2011. This year, as in past years, we will track the number of approvable H-1B petitions filed with the USCIS on a weekly basis.
OPT Cap-Gap
The H-1B system is complex and contains many exceptions to the general rule that employment may not commence until October 1. One exception involves foreign-born students who graduate from universities in the U.S.
These students typically obtain a one-year work permit under a program called Optional Practical Training (OPT). Many students then seek to change from OPT to H-1B. A problem often arises when they obtain their OPT work permit after graduation in June, and their OPT expires one year later. Their employers submit H-1B petitions for them in April, but they are not permitted to be employed in H-1B status until October.
The question is what are they supposed to do between the time that their OPT expires in June and their H-1B begins in October? Quit their jobs and leave the U.S. for four months? This period of time is commonly referred to as the cap-gap.
In order to solve this problem for these university graduates and their employers, the USCIS promulgated a cap-gap regulation.
This regulation allows a student working with an OPT work permit that is about to expire to continue working unless he is able to change status to H-1B on October 1 as long as his employer submitted an H-1B petition and change of status for him before the expiration of his OPT. Even if his OPT expires prior to the approval of his H-1B change of status, the regulation provides that his OPT status is automatically extended. Of course, if the H-1B petition or change of status is denied, he must immediately cease working, and leave the U.S. within 60 days.
What happens if the H-1B petition and change of status are not submitted by the employer until after the OPT work permit has expired, but while the student is within his 60-day grace period after graduation? In this case, the regulation allows the student to remain present in the U.S., but not to work until his status changes to H-1B on October 1.
H-1B professionals who work at following places are exempt from the H-1B numerical caps:
1) Institutions of higher education or related or affiliated nonprofit entities;
2) Nonprofit research organizations; or
3) Governmental research organizations.
One contentious issue revolves around the definition or what is an affiliated nonprofit entity.
Without going into details, suffice to say that the USCIS has taken an increasingly restrictive approach about what the word affiliated means. Where, in the past, evidence that a research lab or a hospital had an affiliation agreement with a university was enough to satisfy this requirement, during the past year, the USCIS has issued numerous Requests for Evidence demanding to see prove the two organizations were commonly owned. As a result, many employers chose to submit their H-1B petitions under the numerical caps rather than challenge USCIS interpretation of the word affiliated in AC-21 in Federal Court.
On March 16, the USCIS announced that it is currently reviewing its policy on H-1B cap exemptions for non-profit entities that are related to or affiliated with an institution of higher education. The agency further announced it would give deference to prior determinations made since June 6, 2006, that a non-profit entity is related to or affiliated with an institution of higher education absent any significant change in circumstances or clear error in the prior adjudication and, therefore, exempt from the H-1B statutory cap. However, the burden remains on the petitioner to show that its organization previously received approvals of its request for H-1B cap exemption as a non-profit entity that is related to or affiliated with an institution of higher education.
Although this is welcome development, USCIS made clear that this is an interim policy. One can only hope that the agency will not return to its previous restrictive attitude.


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ermin79 wrote:I have a relative who, aged 19 in 1909, was sentenced at Croydon to 18 months hard labour, Wandsworth Prison (according to the Home Office Calendar of Prisons) however underneath it says Borstal system recommended . Is there a way to find out where he actually ended up?
The same man later deserted from the Australian army in WW1 and was caught in England after he went AWOL. He was sentenced to 10 yrs hard labour and was in Pentonville Prison for 4 weeks before being returned to Australia. Despite the circumstances is it possible that he would still show up as a prisoner if I searched prison records?
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JonathanJB wrote:My 3x Great Grandfather, Israel Shiplee, born 1806, was found guilty of being an accomplice to the murder of a policeman in Gisleham, Suffolk in 1844. A fact I only stumbled upon when looking at old newspapers and using variations of the spelling of his name. I've located online records showing he was imprisoned and "sentenced to transportation for life" being ultimately sent to Norfolk Island/Tasmania in 1946. I can't however find any subsequent records.
Do you know whether records may exist to show if he died there? Would it be likely that he could have changed his name, if he was released?
His removal from his family does explain why in the 1951 census I found his wife and children as recorded as living "in the street" in Mutford, Suffolk - tough times!
Any assistance would be appreciated. Thanks!
townender66 wrote:Hi Laura
One of my relatives was recorded as being in North Lancashire Reformatory in 1881. How do I find out why he was sent there?
Thanks, Paul
Tigertabby wrote:Hello Laura, typically how long does it take to research each episode? The obvious channels of Ancestory etc I guess don't take long, but once you get beyond that, do you literally visit the relevant parishes? I'd absolutely love to work on my family tree full time particularly as I have Scottish ancestory so need a trip to Scotland, but persuading my husband is a different matter! Thank you!
juggernaut wrote:Hi from Australia
I had a convict transported in 1819 but it seems as though he got Ticket of Leave, went back to England and was sent out again. How often did that occur?
Laura Berry wrote:sandyscott21 wrote:In 1832 my 5th great grand aunt was found guilty of abusing her niece (my 4th great grand aunt). She had the child up tied up, starved her and beat her. The newspaper reports suggest the trial generated a lot of interest - as it would today. The Aunt was fined and imprisoned for 1 year for cruelty. All the details I have are from the newspapers. The only court record I have seen is one line in a ledger recording the name, crime and punishment of the aunt. Would there be other detailed court records with full witness statements or is the newspaper account the best I can hope for in 1832? I am related through the brother of the poor abused girl and I would love to know where he and rest of the family were at the time. Thankyou.
ps. The offence occurred in Writtle, Essex.
Generally, newspapers are the best place to find really detailed accounts, as few witness statements survive. The location of any extant court records will depend on which court the trial took place at. They will either be held at Essex Record Office in Chelmsford or The National Archives - the latter's guide at http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/reco ... nd-law.htm explains which type of court records are held where. Since you know the date of the trial and presumably the court from the newspaper accounts it could be worth you contacting Essex Record Office anyway to see what they have for that date and court, to assess whether it's worth you making a visit (contact details are at http://discovery.nationalarchives.gov.u ... /A13533128).
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Some students hoping to extend their summer vacation may not be thrilled that the South Whidbey School District and the teachers' union came to an agreement Monday night.
The community, however, should be happy. A teachers' strike was avoided.
A compromise was reached in the end. The two-year agreement between the school district and teachers' union increases minimum total pay for teachers to $50,827 in year one, and $53,639 in year two. The maximum total pay increased to $103,000 in year one and $108,000 in year two.
That doesn't include benefits.
That's about a 17 percent increase for beginning teachers by the second year.
It's not as much of an increase as the Oak Harbor and Coupeville school districts, but it puts the districts on pretty equal footing, pay wise.
The beginning salary for Oak Harbor teachers will increase to about $53,700. In Coupeville it will increase to $53,444 per year.
One could argue that South Whidbey teachers should be paid more than their peers in the other two districts since it's more expensive to live on the south end of the island.
On the other hand, school funding is based on student enrollment and there's been a decline in the South Whidbey student population since 2004.
In all, it's a good deal for teachers. It's also a commitment from school district, and community, to put their money where their mouths are and offer pay that will help retain high quality educators and draw new ones into the field of teaching.
There is some concern that the pay increases may not be sustainable, and that will become apparent over the course of years. In the meantime, it's worth celebrating the fact that school will start on time on South Whidbey, and a strike is no longer a possibility.


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Join us as we explore Anointed For Business in 2020
Today more than ever, the heart of our cities is the marketplace. Yet the perceived "wall" between commercial pursuit and service to God continues to be a barrier to advancing His kingdom. Ed Silvoso invites all Christians in the foundation for an unparalleled marketplace revival. Only then can we extend God's kingdom to every corner of our world.
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Chapter 3: The Disciples and the Marketplace.....Start..25:20
Chapter 4: The God of Business.....Start..32:10
Chapter 5: God loves Bill Gates Too.....Start..44:10
Chapter 6: Reconciliation in the Marketplace.....Start..36:40
Chapter 7: The Kingdom, The Church and the Marketplace.....Start..47:50
Chapter 8: God in the Boardroom.....Start..52:30
Chapter 9: Four Steps to finding Your Destiny in The Marketplace.....Start..1:00:05
Chapter 10: Your Destiny: Saving the Nation.....Start..1:07:50
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"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results" this was, of course, a quote by the late Albert Einstein, writes Keith Fahy - Drystock Advisor at Teagasc - Galway/Clare Region.
Now I don't think the theoretical physicist was referring to making good quality silage; however, the theory could be used to improve silage quality.
We will not improve the quality of silage being made if we continue to cut silage later in summer and avoid cleaning off the dead material prior to fertilising for silage.
Every year, we analyse a large volume of silage sample results and it is safe to say that silage quality is an area which really needs improvement.
How much does it cost to make a round bale?
With the cost of making silage increasing, we must strive to make the best quality silage we can. A question that we often get asked at group meetings and events is "What does it cost to make a round bale?".
If we look at the Association of Farm and Forestry Contractors' guide rates excluding VAT for 2019, it states that it can cost €13 to cut, mow, bale and wrap a round bale of silage, excluding silage plastic.
If we take a roll of plastic to come in around €75, with a roll wrapping approximately 25 bales, this is adding another €3 euro onto the cost; we are now up at €16 per bale.
If we are spreading 5 bags of chemical fertiliser per acre at €380 per tonne, this equates to approximately €19 per bag or €95 euro per acre.
With the aim of having a target minimum yield for first cut silage of around 5 tonne of dry matter per hectare, this equates to 2-tonne dry matter per acre, taking a 650kg round bale with a dry matter of 30%; this is giving each bale a dry matter of 195kg per bale equating to approximately 10 round bales to the acre.
Taking 10 round bales per acre, our fertiliser cost is coming in at €9.50 per bale adding this onto our existing cost of €16; we are now at €25.50.
So, it is of paramount importance that we are making the best quality silage we can that will preserve well, have a high leaf content, high sugar content and that bales are moved carefully as any error in this will increase spoilage, thus costing more money to the farmer.
Time of cutting and content
Time of cutting plays a huge factor in terms of both silage quality/DMD% and yield; understandably, there is a happy medium in that we want the optimum quality and quantity of silage.
Time of day when cutting also plays a huge factor in terms of sugar content.
We can test for both Nitrogen and sugar content and there can be a massive difference in sugar content depending on when we receive the grass sample.
Sugar contents in grass are highest around 4 pm in the evening as the grass has received light/heat all day thus reducing water quantity in grass which will increase the concentration of sugar content. Ideally, grass samples should have sugars at around 3% when cutting.
Where this is not always possible, wilting plays a huge role in reducing the water content in the sward, tedding out swards and wilting for 24 hours will help increase the dry matter of the silage to approximately 27-30%.
Cutting height also plays a huge role when making silage. Cutting too low or in fields that may have been poached could introduce undesirable soil microorganisms such as Clostridia into bales/pit. This could cause Listeria in silage and reduce the preservation/fermentation of the silage.
Ensure that the Nitrogen has been used up by the plant; there is a huge variance depending on age of sward, growing conditions, weather etc. when looking at the rate of Nitrogen uptake by the plant.
As a rough rule of thumb, approximately 2-3 units of Nitrogen get used up every day, so where a farmer has spread 100 units it could take 50 days/7 weeks for this Nitrogen to be fully taken up by the plant.
Nitrogen in the grass can be tested giving the most accurate result when wondering if all Nitrogen has been used up.
Weed control
Weed control is another area which plays a massive role both in terms of quality and yield. Docks are probably the main culprit in reducing silage yields and quality. Ideally, spray 3 to 4 weeks prior to cutting. (Always read the label and record rates etc.).
With silage season approaching it is always a very busy and dangerous time on both farms and roads. Keep children in a safe place when silage is being made and take care on the roads.
By Keith Fahy Drystock Advisor - Teagasc Galway/Clare Region


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The US-led coalition fighting the Islamic State group in Syria has killed a plotter of the thwarted attack at last year's Israel-Albania soccer match in Albania, a US official said Thursday.
Lavdrim Muhaxheri was killed in a June 7 air strike near Mayadin, which is close to Deir Ezzor in eastern Syria, coalition spokesman Colonel Ryan Dillon said.
"He was an ethnic Albanian from Kosovo and a self-proclaimed leader of ISIS foreign fighters from Kosovo," he said.
Albanian authorities have charged four people over allegedly plotting to attack the World Cup qualifier in Albania last November.
The game had been due to take place in the northern town of Shkodra but was eventually held in Elbasan, about 45 kilometers (28 miles) from the Albanian capital Tirana, under a massive security presence.
Dillon said Muhaxheri was "the most prominent and radical ethnic Albanian fighter" in Syria who was responsible for inciting jihadist ideology in Europe and encouraging foreign fighters to travel to IS-controlled territory.
"He was also responsible for planning numerous terrorist attacks, to include the failed plot to bomb the 2016 Israel-Albania soccer match in Albania," Dillon told reporters in a video call from Baghdad.
Kosovo, a predominantly ethnic Albanian and Muslim country, has been confronted with more than 300 of its citizens waging jihad in Syria and Iraq.
It has subsequently strengthened legislation and attempted to root out radical Islamist networks.
Dillon said eight other "colleagues" of Muhaxheri had also been killed.


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New Theme: Andrea
Our newest theme is Andrea, a gorgeously minimal two-column theme with an unusual blue color scheme.
Though the design may seem simple on the surface, once you try it you will appreciate its flexibility. I love Andrea both for its elegance and for its level of customization, and I think you will, too.
This theme includes two layout choices. The default layout is wide, yet flexible: the main column becomes wider or narrower depending on the size of your browser window. It is smart enough to adapt not only the width of the main column but to also adjust your images to make sure they fit correctly.
The alternate layout option is fixed-width—and narrower—to give your site a controlled, form-fitting feel. To enable this layout option visit Appearance→Theme Options.
Andrea is loaded with customization options, including Custom Menu, Custom Background, and Custom Header.*
Designed by Lucian Marin, Andrea is now available for WordPress.com and, for self-hosted WordPress.org sites, from the WordPress.org Themes Directory.
Quick Specs (all measurements in pixels):
- Wide, flexible-width layout (default): the site width adjusts between a minimum width of
900and maximum width of
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- Narrow, fixed-width layout: the site width is
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* Andrea allows both title and description text to be hidden completely from the custom header area.
Update: An astute reader noted that maximum size for the flexible width should be 1280 pixels—which is in fact correct. We've updated the layout to be 80 pixels wider, which means the main column images can be 1000 pixels wide and your header image should be sized to 1270 x 260 pixels.
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Changed immediately to it. Been looking for a solid looking theme for ages, since K2 was becoming a bit boring after…. 2 1/2 years. This is it.
Just one thing, isn't it possible to add an option to swap the sidebar to the right?
What about a simple, two or three column theme that has the icons for Facebook, RSS, Twitter and Flickr? Kinda like the Notepad theme, but not so iPhone looking. I like Structure, but that featured post thing is annoying. Get rid of that and add the icons and you'd have a perfect theme!
Plowing a way for the next generation of customized themes, and looking good along the way!
And my fav name, as well!
Is it true you can make the background go all black? Then sign me up, I'm taking this one for a spin tomorrow for myself! 😀
Great theme! I think it would really match the tones of a lot of blogs.
So far, I think Fjords is my favorite layout.
Awesome….sure is fantastic!
Pretty. I think I'll have to preview it.
Yay, thanks so much for such a quick response to some of our suggestions about wide-set themes!
I'm not so fond of the "unusual blue" though. Does custom background mean I can change the color?
Thanks again! =D
Nice theme. I like the frequent theme updates. Thanks a lot for that. 🙂
Love the features and layout, but I think it would be better if you had color scheme options for this theme. Otherwise, it is great to see another release from the WordPress.com theme team.
Yay, it looks so good!
Love the name ;P
More girly themes, please? 🙂
Nice, though i can't say it would suit my blog, But im sure some people will find this useful 🙂
I will test it today =D
I'm really impressed by the range of variety in the themes, but I still like it simple 🙂
You guys are spoiling us with so many themes! (…and i love them all!) 🙂
I turned it black, and it might just become my favorite theme yet! ❤
It is so nice.
Nice theme. I still prefer Motion though. I think you should make a theme with a moving background.
I love this theme. Although, I was wondering if there's anything in purple. Been waiting for a purple theme for a while now.
Thanks for some color. Whew. Saw Greyzed now this! On a roll! Thanks for listening with out requests for color variety.
This is wowtastic!!
Agreed to Debbie. The comments should be placed at the bottom. BLUE is so coool ;). BTW which is the theme in which this post appears 🙂
Fun, beautiful blue.
Finally an add to the few flexible width layouts! I'd definitely go for it if it were in some neutral color instead of blue. I hope you make more themes with a flexible width.. there are only so few one can use for posting images that are 700+ px wide.
Feminine and lovely. Good effort!
I always love flexible width themes… I will try in a couple of days. 🙂
Theme made me go "Meh" for some reason 🙂
I've just adopted 'Andrea' (flexible-width layout) in my second blog!
I think i've chosen a beautiful custom image header, that matches with the blue color of the theme: I like the result so much!
Thanks guys! 🙂
I knew this theme would make it here! The best feature of this theme is the flexible width with a maximum limit. Only if it had option to change font color, i could have used it with a white background. Anyways its a wonderful addition.
VERY nice. I quite like that one as a possible alternative to what I currently use.
I like it and I am using it now but with a more gray than blue color. Thank's for all of this work about themes.
Oh holla! Lovin' the new theme!
Very elegant, I must say!
I noticed with this theme is that it is Left Handed. (the widgets) are on the left. I rather prefer them on the right hand side of the frame. I did click the theme into my box for a bit, but went back to twenty ten. I wonder if the columns can be reversed? from left to right??? I love the blue color and the look of the theme. The layout of the columns messes with my mind though,
Ahh, this is exacly what I was looking for! Too bad we can't change text color. Because of that we can't use white/light background sinds text is also light.
Anyway, Im going to change my theme soon! Thank you!
Stylish theme, I like it.
Nice… but now I'm blinded by the blue colour ;-)!
It's nice! But please, can you add more magazine style themes?
Oh, my! This is so beautiful! Oh, if only my father would allow me to switch themes…
I like it, I just might change my background now 😉
This theme has the name of my girlfriend, cool!!!
Very nice… great theme!
I like it, but I always find left hand side bars disrupt the flow of my reading. If it had the option to swap to a right hand side bar I'd be using this theme even now.
The lovely blue … so calm, dude.
You picked a nice color of blue… that makes a huge difference in appearance. I like it!
It looks nice.
I like the ability to change from fixed-width to adjustable width. I look forward to more color options.
Nice theme, although I'm not using it yet, this one looks great. 🙂 Simple and elegant.
This is a beautiful theme, but PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE can we have it with a 3-column option? Y'all have been putting out some great themes lately, but sadly all 2-column, or only with multiple column footers… I want this theme too! 😦
Very sharp! You guys are awesome. I ❤ WordPress
I would be all over this theme if it were in white or black… it's so hard to find a theme that fits images correctly.
Sweet looking theme! I really like it… but I probably won't change. I'm very set in my ways, and change is not good for me. 😉
I like the blue! Really soothing and calm!
Great theme! Much better.
Hi – yeah – this theme is great! Only thing is i am doing a blog about cats – can you make a theme that is furry or says meow or something? 😀
Hi. Wow, I have to say, I am blown away by the responses people have given for this theme. Please don't get me wrong, this is a fine theme, and has some good options with it.
I am commenting on the comments, rather than the theme itself.
Comments like "Awesome", "WOW", "Beautiful", "Neat", "Gorgeous!", Speechless", "Great", "cool", "Creative"…really? Is it that amazing? Maybe I'm just a grinch, but its just a blue background with a white text menu… Hey this is just my humble opinion.
I really like it, specially the colour. Its relaxing to the eyes.
Oh .. oh .. I want that theme in my blog.
I LOVE this theme and used it immediately when I saw it online! So I can show my pictures in there full beauty – and can use WordPress FINALLY as my website, because of the custom backround and custom header… Just GREAT! Thank you!
Flexible width seems like such a basic need for a webpage. I looked at my page on a friends computer and the pictures were covering up the writing. So, I'll give this a shot.
WOW! AWESOME! Gotta change mine soon!


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Weaponizing 911
Reading Time: 3 minutes We need to find a way to stop racists from using 911 to call the cops on people of color before somebody gets hurt.
Reading Time: 3 minutes We need to find a way to stop racists from using 911 to call the cops on people of color before somebody gets hurt.
Reading Time: 3 minutes In the major moral crisis growing out of Charlottesville, a lot of attention has been paid to Trump's lack of leadership.But the whole nation has a stake in a related matter, the inaction of the local police.The Charlottesville Police Department was not caught unawares. It had anticipated a crowd of from 2,000 to 6,000 people, Read More
Reading Time: < 1 minute In this post-trial discussion with radio host Peter B. Collins, WhoWhatWhy Editor in Chief Russ Baker discusses the amazing and consequential elements of this terror mystery that never got aired in court.
Reading Time: < 1 minute Is President Obama's recently announced order seeking to reverse the dramatic over-arming of police forces nationwide too little, too late? We all saw—in Baltimore, in Ferguson, in Boston—how civilian law enforcement has turned into a virtual sixth branch of the military. Where is this going? Our guest, author of a new book on the topic, shares his research.
Reading Time: 4 minutes On May 18, 2015, President Obama made a surprising announcement: he ordered the federal government to reverse its standing practice of providing American police departments with surplus weapons and vehicles from the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq. Given declining confidence in police after a seemingly constant recent stream of fatalities involving black suspects, this newfound caution with heavy provisioning is understandable. But questions about the wisdom of militarizing police are not new. WhoWhatWhy first wrote about the issue in February, 2014.
Reading Time: < 1 minute While covering the Baltimore riots, journalist Shawn Carrie was shot in the head by a police pepperball and held without being charged. These, however, are just two of the very many violations of civil liberties taking place in the wake of civil unrest.
Reading Time: 5 minutes WhoWhatWhy first brought you the story of the disturbing trend of police departments arming themselves with surplus weapons from the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq to patrol Main Street, U.S.A. Others are finally picking up on this explosion of police firepower.
Reading Time: 6 minutes FBI statistics show violent crime is down, but politicians keep funding more cops, lavishing them with military equipment, and training and encouraging them to act like soldiers instead of peace officers.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Does your local police department really need an armored vehicle capable of surviving explosive devices like those buried in the roads of Afghanistan or Iraq? A Republican legislator in New Hampshire, troubled by the increasingly militarized police force in his town, is trying to do something about it.


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What is Personal Loan
Personal loans are lump sum amounts that may be borrowed from a bank to meet the immediate needs of an individual viz. financing a marriage, buying a car, consolidation of a debt, any medical expense etc. This kind of loan does not require any form of security. Because of this feature, the interest rate charged on such loans are higher. In case of default in repayment, the lender may seek legal assistance to make reparations for the loss incurred. This type of loan takes the least amount of processing time where, post application for the loan, a credit worthiness check is carried out by the lender, prior to disbursing the loan amount and no personal questions regarding the end usage of the loan amount is asked. On an average a personal loan is sanctioned within 72 hours.
Why is it more Convenient to take a Personal Loan?
Personal loans are far more convenient than withdrawing from an individual's stash of savings to finance a pressing need. It is easily processed, within a short time and has lower interest rates. Hence the most advisable way to approach is taking a loan against assets like gold, property or shares. Personal loans are no doubt the best choice for meting any situation like medical exigency, however it is unwise to apply for one in order to fund the borrower's forth coming vacation plans.
Eligibility Criteria for taking a Personal Loan
Like most loans, personal loans majorly depend upon the take home money (salary or profit for the salaried and self-employed respectively), job security, residential location, credit history etc. The eligibility criteria are mentioned below (however, the list is not exhaustive, and is dependent on the lending authority the borrower is dealing with)
For SALARIED Individuals
- Minimum age of applicant should be 21 years
- Maximum age at loan maturity should be below 60 years
- Minimum total employment duration must be 2 years with minimum period of 1 year of service at present organisation
- Minimum income must be Rs. 10,000 per month (varies with the city in which the applicant is holding a job in)
For BUSINESSMEN and SELF-EMPLOYED individuals
- Minimum age of applicant should be 25 years
- Maximum age at loan maturity should be below 65 years
- Minimum total business duration must be 5 years with minimum period of 3 years at present business
- Minimum income must be Rs. 60,000 per annum
Applications may also be made with a co-applicant. Under such cases, the loan eligibility increases as the income of the co-applicant is also considered.
The loan range for personal loans generally varies between Rs. 50, 000 to Rs. 20, 00,000.
Documents Required
The under-mentioned list is for reference only. The requirements must be checked with the institution that the borrower is dealing with.
- ID proof (Copy of passport/ Aadhar card/ Voter ID card/driving license etc.)
- Proof of residence (Copy of ration card/ utility bill etc.)
- Passport size photographs
- Proof of income (ITR for last 2 years for self-employed individuals and salary slips of last 3 months (for salaried individuals)
- Bank statement of salary account (last 3 months)
- Proof of continuity in current job (Form 16/ Appointment letter)
- Proof of qualification (highest degree or registration with professional council for professionals)
Advantages and Disadvantages of taking a Personal Loan
- Personal loans are sanctioned at the quickest pace varying between 24 to 72 hours on an average. Hence, they are best suited when funds are needed instantly.
- Personal loans are highly flexible. Borrowers have multi-faceted use for them, ranging from financing their medical expense to funding their expensive holiday deals. The applicant is not questioned about the end use of the funds
- Processing of personal loans is hassle free as they are free from detailed and lengthy documentation procedure.
- Generally personal loans are unsecured and hence, in spite of a higher interest rate, do not require any guarantee or security. This is mainly because the loan tenure here is much shorter than home or car loans.
- The unsecured personals loans charge a high rate of interest. This is because this type of loan is free from the provision of any security.
- Since personal loans do not involve tedious paper work, or declaration of end use of the fund, the lenders rely heavily on good credit rating of the borrower. Failing which, the application is rejected.
- In case loan is sanctioned for a borrower with poor credit rating, lenders offer lower principal amount and higher interest in comparison with borrowers with good ratings. The repayment terms for the latter are also strict.
Interest Rates and Fees
The rate of interest generally varies from 12% to 24%, which is higher in comparison to other loans. In addition an interest processing fee is also levied on borrowers, payable at the time of processing the loan application. In case the borrower decides to prepay the loan a prepayment fee is also charged. Both the prepayment and processing fees are to the tune of 2% to 3%.
Deductions that can be Claimed
Section 24(b) of Income Tax Act, 1961 provides relief to people who avail of loans to buy or renovate property. In case a personal loan is taken and used as a down payment to purchase a property, the applicant can claim tax exemption. Even expenses for repair, renovation or reconstruction can be considered valid for tax deduction. There can be no claim on the principal amount of loan; however, the interest paid on the loan qualifies for tax deduction. All documents relating to purchase, and bills for material and labour need to be produced to claim the tax deductions.
Repayment Options
Personal loans are repaid in equal monthly instalments (EMIs) and the loan tenure varies from 1 to 5 years.


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The Probe LED Highbay is designed to powerfully light up warehouses and high bay areas with evenly distributed light. Ranging from 90w to 240w this fixture can output up to 28,800 lumens with an efficacy of 120 lm/w. Weighing from as low as 6lbs to only 13.67lbs the Probe High Bay LED is easy to install with hook or bracket mount and has a variety of accesories to control beam angles and light diffusion. Nichia LED Chips achieve the highest flux density level in the LED industry. They provide the best in class luminous density LED, Suitable for a high performance lighting.
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Tag Archives: Ocean Sanctuary Alliance
An ocean of concern as the G7 nations prepare to meet
What are these nations doing to conserve biodiversity with marine protected areas?
When leaders of the world's seven most industrialized nations meet in Japan May 26-27 their decisions on key issues- such as how to energize a frail global economy and restrain the spread of terrorism- will likely capture the news headlines. But the leaders of the United States, Canada, Japan, France, the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy, … Continue reading An ocean of concern as the G7 nations prepare to meet
Talking Sanctuaries with the United Nations
Last week I had the opportunity to address the United Nations as part of a high-level symposium organized by the Ocean Sanctuary Alliance. You can watch my comments online; scroll to about 1:50 minutes. I also encourage you to catch the comments by Drs. Callum Roberts and Ellen Pikitch prior to mine, and the other marine … Continue reading Talking Sanctuaries with the United Nations


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There are times in our lives when we make biblical decisions that are really dumb.
And costly.
I'm not talking about choices made in alignment with the precepts of the Lord but instead decisions similar in prideful foolishness to those made by Bible characters.
Scripture is filled with examples of bad decisions. That's actually one of the reasons that we can trust the integrity of the Bible. Other religions' dogma manuals don't describe the failures of the religion's heroes, calling into question the objectivity of the writings.
When we read of the sins of one usually faithful Bible character after another, we sometimes see ourselves.
Adam and Eve believed the lie that God was lying and they suffered as a result.
Of course, we still suffer today from their sin.
Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, Joshua, Samson, David, Solomon …. the list goes on of people who were famous for their biblical lives yet flawed in their conduct.
The common threads? Their good choices were made by asking God first and their bad choices were made without asking God first.
There is a cost to not asking God in prayer if we should do certain things.
Today's reading in the One-Year Bible provides another confirmation of this truth.
Judah's King Josiah picked a fight with Pharoah Neco that he should have avoided.
But King Josiah didn't pray about it first.
HUGE mistake.
King Josiah lost his life because he didn't pray to God for direction.
You can read about it by clicking here.
This was so sad, so unnecessary.
King Josiah had just led his people in a thrilling time of national revival and one would think that praying to God would have been the first thing the king did.
But perhaps overconfidence took over and Josiah ignored King Solomon's timeless warning recorded in Proverbs 16:18:
"Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall."
Listen, it doesn't matter how satisfied we feel with our faith and personal competency with the challenges we face in life. If we don't pray for wisdom, leading and strength — if we try to handle things on our own because we think we know what's best — bad things will eventually happen.
Judah suffered terribly after Josiah's debacle and ended up destroyed with many dead and others enslaved.
Let's pray first before significant decisions, OK?
The cost of not doing so is too high.
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Service and service-intensive New Zealand internationalising SMEs: managers' perceptions of government assistance
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Crick, D. & Lindsay, V. 2015, 'Service and service-intensive New Zealand internationalising SMEs: managers' perceptions of government assistance', Marketing Intelligence and Planning, vol. 33, no. 3, pp. 366-393.
Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to report on service and service-intensive New Zealand-based internationalising firms in respect of their managers' perceptions towards the usefulness of government assistance. Design/methodology/approach - Interviews were undertaken with the key decision makers in 66 service and service-intensive firms. Findings - Positive perceptions were found relating to government support at a macro-level; for example, Ministerial visits that open opportunities for managers in overseas markets. This was found to enhance micro-level support, such as individual assistance programmes. Originality/value - The contribution is at the public/private sector interaction within the international marketing literature; the area of originality involves the consideration of support at the macro, as opposed to micro-level, as this is an issue that has not received a great deal of coverage in earlier studies. A contextual aspect of originality relates to the study being undertaken with service and service-intensive firms in comparison to the manufacturing sector that has featured heavily in earlier literature.


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Over the past five years Mind Body & Soul Health Ministry, Inc. has been serving the people of rural Jamaica through our prostheses, cataract, and yearly comprehensive missions. Our focus has been mainly in Jamaica where our team is familiar with the culture and know firsthand the needs of its people. We have established partnerships with local community health care workers, Social workers, Government agencies, businesses, local churches, school, and dedicated volunteers. On our return each year we continue to see the positive results of our work in the improved health, awareness and spiritual growth of those we serve. Our team of volunteers include nurses, doctors, dentist, orthotics, ophthalmologist, social workers, manual laborers, educators, evangelists and others. All volunteers make personal sacrifices and their expenses are not subsidies.
MBS believes that in order to maintain a truly healthy lifestyle we have to be maintain a healthy mind, body and soul and therefore our ministry is three fold: Healthcare, Education, Spirituality


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It seems like we have 'holidays' for everything now a days. I dunno, do you think it's getting out of hand? What's next? National Poop Day? To create awareness on 'poop truth'? Size, color, does it float, does it not, where did it go. A day just for poop! Poop, Poop, Poop!
With all silliness aside, I do have to get all giddy with National Dog Day! I have 3 wild ones to date, and love my furbabies with everything I have. I believe it's been going strong for 11 years, and it is to promote adoption and saving lives. Because #doglivesmatter, as well as #ALLlivesmatter.
Can you hashtag in a blog post? I've never done it before, if not, forgive the faux pas.
I found a great site that went a little deeper in National Dog Day, feel free to read up on it here.
I have 3 misfits that all started out with no love, meanness and to be forgotten. I'll take this opportunity to share with you a little about mine, how they became part of my family. I'll go from biggest to smallest.
First off is Momma Dog, yep, original isn't it?
Momma has been with me since 2011. I was a foster mommy for a few places in San Antonio, so my emails were filled with desperate pleas. Enough to make you depressed and angry all day, if you let it. I came across this email with Momma (she didn't even have a name) and 8 of her 5 week old pups. They were 30 mins from walking the 'green mile' to their death. I opened it, and of course it had photos! Well, that's all it took. I quickly text my husband if he would mind sharing his house with another dog and 8 of her puppies! At this time, I had Zoie, Gracie and Annabelle, plus 2 or 3 cats. I cannot remember. You can do the math. He quickly said yes, and my fingers typed faster than they could ever type! Within the hour, Momma Dog and her babies were delivered to my house. Momma was so nervous she ran into my bedroom, and pooped on Chris' luggage. It was a messy poop! Maybe that could be the date for National Poop Day!
Soon after the lady left I quickly had to figure out what in the world I was going to do with all of them. I actually hadn't though that far ahead. Luckily I had a crate to keep the puppies in, and Momma and her pups stayed in my garage. Summer was over, so it was not a sauna in there.
My animals were not pleased with this new arrangement, but luckily my furchildren realize pretty quickly that they have to share space at times.
Hmmm, what to name this girl and her puppies. Everytime I saw her I just called her Momma. I would go in, and pet her and let her know she didn't have to be afraid anymore. She had it made now. Before I knew it, she was responding to Momma, so that's how she got her name.
I was able to adopt all the puppies out, but Momma was a different story. She was roughly 3 when I got her, and I do not know her past. She was scared of men and brooms. Anything actually that was long and shaped like a broom. She was afraid of leashes and collars, still is actually. After a year of being in the house, she finally got used to Chris, and still doesn't like when he gets mad. After a year, it was obvious she was ours.
Next is Pico.
This boy had me at hello. He is a chihuahua mix and roamed our neighborhood in San Antonio. He was the Alpha in any pack that joined him. I say that because it was like everyday he would walk down our street with different dogs in tow. All were behind him. He walked like he was the Fonz. He needed a leather coat and a white t-shirt as he pranced down the street. It took me months for him to come to me. There was a time where I didn't see him for a few months and thought the coyotes got him. Then one day he came prancing over to the food I left for him in the front yard by my big tree. He had a friend with him. His friend came up to me and was was letting me love all over him. Finally, Pico came closer and closer. After about 20 mins, he was rolled over letting me scratch his tummy.
I am not sure what happened next, but he ended up being a regular at my house. I would keep him inside, but when morning came her wanted out. I would put him in the backyard, but every time he escaped. This was the routine for awhile, till he got pretty comfortable and his journeys outside were not as often or as long. He had made us his family. You can read here how he extended our family for a little bit.
Last but not least, Annabelle.
She is a full blooded Chihuahua, with all the full attitude of one! I found her as I was driving down 1604 in San Antonio. Someone had put her on top of huge electrical box. She was not even 1 lb, and was about the size of my hand. It was Feb, and it was a cold day. At first I thought it was a rat, but I remember thinking a rat couldn't climb that big box.
Soon after bringing her home, my husband decided to take her to a bike shop. It was a cold day, and she jumped out of his arms landing on her head on the sidewalk. That evening, she began having seizures. Many times in that one night. After her many vet visits, she was prescribed heavy duty narcotic. She became devil dog fast! I remember an instance when she was at the vet, and the Dr. took us to the very back room. The gray door was a heavy, made of steel, it also had a small window on it. Something like you would see in a mental ward. To this day, I am not sure why he had us in that room.
While he turned her on her back to examine her, (now remember she is barely a pound) she starts growling, and fighting like her life depended on it. Teeth were showing, her tongue was thrashing around. I think the vet was waiting for her head to spin around. She was mad, to say the least. I knew then, I had misnamed her. She should have been Xena, The Warrior Princess.
She made so much noise, people from the waiting room ,and staff members had come to the door peeking through the glass to see what was going on. The vet told me that I may have to put her down,because this was the worst he had ever seen a dog behave from head trauma and narcotics.
This is a photo of her soon after she got better.
Luckily she got better, and she is as sweet as ever. Well, to a point, she is still a mighty dog in a small body. She has no fear when it comes to things she wants to fight over. Her size has almost gotten her killed a few times. Once, she ran out to attack 2 huge dogs in muzzles. Thank God they were muzzled. Maybe I need to get her one.
She is now 7 and still full of herself.
So, those three stories and many others I have about saving animals, cats and dogs alike are why I think it is so important to adopt, don't shop! National Dog Day is a fantastic way to celebrate your dog(s).
Go ahead, give em a bone!
Happy Waggin'


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Does anyone know how to get these for PG?
Creation of synonyms currently does pick up the column comments for field descriptions, but titles are missing.
I found a techdoc describing a solution for MS SQL (https://techsupport.informationbuilders.com/techsps/ht/93512015.html), but that seems rather specific to that particular RDBMS.This message has been edited. Last edited by: FP Mod Chuck,
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If PG is like Oracle where you add Remarks using the COMMENT ON COLUMN syntax then you only have one extended attribute. That extended attribute will end up in the DESCRIPTION= in your synonym. SQL Server allows you to add both Titles and Descriptions with the sp_addextendedattributes and WebFOCUS will populate both TITLE= and DESCRIPTION=. When I had to add business titles to columns in an Oracle environment, I ended up using COMMENT syntax, create the synonym and replace DESCRIPTION= with TITLE= in the synonym. It's pretty nifty little trick that'll allow you to enrich the synonym with titles for all the fields.
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by Gabe Nelson : autornews – excerpt
"In the long run," the report says, "autonomous vehicles will have a much greater impact on new-car sales than car-sharing will."
OAKLAND, Calif. — Around the corner from my house, two Ford Focus hatchbacks sit side by side in a gas station parking lot. They belong to City Carshare, a 15-year-old San Francisco nonprofit that rents cars by the hour like Zipcar…
But as much as I like the idea of car-sharing, it wouldn't make much sense. Unless I'm running errands or shopping at Target, it's easier to use a ride-hailing service such as Uber or Lyft, which doesn't require me to find a parking space and doesn't charge me for a car that's sitting idle in a parking lot.
So I wasn't surprised at all to read the results of a report today by Boston Consulting Group, which estimated that car-sharing will reduce global vehicle sales by 550,000 in 2021 and cost manufacturers roughly $8 billion in revenue.
That might sound like a lot of cars and money. It's not…
So why are automakers pushing so hard into car-sharing?…
The reason is autonomous vehicles. Autonomous vehicles, according to BCG, promise to erase the distinction between ride-hailing and car-sharing. Zipcar and Uber are almost exactly the same if no one is driving.
"In the long run," the report says, "autonomous vehicles will have a much greater impact on new-car sales than car-sharing will."
That's the important point. Right now there's a competition to get ready for a future with ubiquitous autonomous pods. Car-sharing may not be economically viable on a large scale, but experts believe that autonomous pods will be.
For companies like GM, which formed Maven as its "personal mobility" brand in January, car-sharing serves as a transitional business model to get there… (more)


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|Leland S. Pierson III
Professor and Head
Texas A&M University
Plant Pathology and Microbiology
120A LF Peterson Bldg, College Station, TX 77843-2132
Phone: 979-845-8288
Fax: 979-845-6483
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Website: http://animalscience.tamu.edu/facultystaff/faculty/castillo.htm
Leland S. (Sandy) Pierson III is Professor and Head of Plant Pathology & Microbiology at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas.
He received a PhD in Microbiology from Washington State University after completing his Bachelor's degree in Microbiology from the University of California, Davis.
He served as the chair of the Institutional Biosafety Committee at the University of Arizona. He taught Plant Pathology and Microbial Genetics for many years and has served as major professor for thirteen graduate students and served on more than forty graduate student committees. He has also mentored more than forty undergraduates in his laboratory.
His research interests include the molecular regulation and multiple roles of microbial secondary metabolites; microbial community signaling and interactions; rhizosphere and speleothem communities; biofilms, and biological control.
Employment History
Texas A&M University
University of Arizona
Selected Publications
- Pierson, L.S. III, E. A. Pierson. 2010. Metabolism and function of phenazines in bacteria: impacts on the behavior of bacteria in the environment and biotechnological processes. Appl Microbiol Biotechnol.86:1659-1670. Epub 2010 Mar 30.
- Maddula, V.S., E. A. Pierson, L. S. Pierson III. 2008. Altering the ratio of phenazines in Pseudomonas chlororaphis (aureofaciens) strain 30-84: effects on biofilm formation and pathogen inhibition. J. Bacteriol. 190:2759-66.
- Pierson, L.S. III, and E. A. Pierson. 2007. Roles of Diffusible Signals in Communication among Plant-Associated Bacteria. Phytopathology 97:227-232.
- Maddula V. S., Z. Zhang, E. A. Pierson, and L. S. Pierson III. 2006. Quorum Sensing and Phenazines are Required for Biofilm Formation by Pseudomonas aureofaciens Strain 30-84. Microbial Ecol. 52:289-301.
- Paulsen, I. T., C. Press, J. Ravel, D. Y. Kobayashi, G. S. A. Myers, D. V. Mavrodi, R. T. DeBoy, R. Seshadri, Q. Ren, R. Madupu, R. J. Dodson, A. S. Durkin, L. M. Brinkac, S. C. Daugherty, S. A. Sullivan, M. J. Rosovitz, M. L. Gwinn, L. Zhou, W. C. Nelson, J. Weidman, K. Watkins, K. Tran, H. Khouri, E. A. Pierson, L. S. Pierson III, L. S. Thomashow, and J. E. Loper. 2005. Complete genome sequence of the plant commensal Pseudomonas fluorescens Pf-5: insights into the biological control of plant disease. Nature Biotechnology 23:873-878.


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Press Releases
Extreme lightweight construction: Market for lighter and lighter satellites grows / Interview with Claude Maack, GRADEL
As an innovation engine, space travel drives many disciplines to new record performances. Claude Maack, managing director of the Luxembourg-based aerospace suppliers GRADEL, explains how stringent material, safety and reliability requirements are turning spacecraft and satellites into pioneering ultra-lightweight-construction products. The company will also present at the Lightweight Technologies Forum from 10 to 12 September.
Mr. Maack, ultra-lightweight construction has always been a key technology in aerospace. What's the driver that's pushing lightweight construction even further ahead right now?
Claude Maack: Lightweight construction will always be a trend in space travel because weight costs a lot of money here: you'll currently pay about $7,000 for each kilogramme of weight you transport into space. Lightweight construction helps to increase the payload of a rocket, making it possible to take more satellites into space with each launch. Plus, it lets you save fuel and thus costs. But lightweight construction in the aerospace industry has a long way to go.
Space travel is dominated by risk minimisation. That means long series of simulations and tests. The biggest challenge is convincing customers, such as satellite operators, for example, to deploy a new technology. Even if we can show them all the necessary qualifications, there are, after all, no practical experiences yet. So we have to persuade customers that lightweight construction technologies are safe and add so much value that the investments will be worthwhile. What's in demand is lightweight construction at affordable prices.
GRADEL products are deployed in many space programmes. In what areas do you see the biggest potential for lightweight construction?
I see a big market in medium-sized and smaller satellites as well as with the nanosatellites, which as a group are supposed to cover telecommunications and internet connections on earth in future. The need for such satellites will grow.
What special requirements are there for aerospace materials?
With a satellite, all components are exposed to extreme conditions. Right from the launch of the rocket, they have to withstand enormous acceleration forces. The burden continues in space: while the mechanical load is low here, all materials must withstand radiation exposure – and for an average service life of 15 years at that. Then there are the high temperature differences from minus 185 to plus 200 degrees Celsius – alternating every couple of hours from one extreme to the other. The absolute vacuum in space also puts a big strain on the materials because degassing of the materials must be prevented at all cost.
What technologies do you see in the lead when it comes to lighter components?
Definitely fibre composites. Regarding the technology, we have opted for a three-dimensional winding technology. "xFK in 3D" is a development from our partner AMC in which carbon-fibre-reinforced plastics are wound three-dimensionally and geometrically free. There's currently no technology that makes building easier.
Why did you choose this exact technology?
In space travel, you need small quantities, often even just prototypes. The "xFK in 3D" winding process is a competitive, extremely reliable alternative to 3-D printing. Besides being low in weight, components must also be highly rigid – both factors impact the overall concept of a satellite. Our xFK components are currently being qualified, and we're involving the European Space Agency ESA in this process. Tests with thermal load cycles will follow next. If they're successful, we'll build the first structures.
What's the significance of digitalisation in development?
We work in a closed digital process chain. That way we can show customers in advance what the finished component can do, simulate deployment and prove that we've mastered the technology.
Won't those many satellites turn into a problem at some point when they turn into space junk after their useable service life?
Here, too, lightweight construction can be a solution: when decommissioned satellites are brought down in a controlled crash, objects with a low mass can burn up completely upon re-entry.
How do you think the market for aerospace products will develop in the medium term?
I think the market will come under great cost pressure. Companies such a SpaceX are wreaking havoc with existing structures. Plus, the aerospace industry is moving faster and faster. Satellites and their possible technical uses must be more flexible these days. It used to be the case that a satellite would have the same function for 15 years; today, it must be able to take on new tasks after just six months. That means the OEMs have to reposition themselves, as well. However, we at GRADEL feel we're well positioned in order to respond quickly to the new requirements.
You're currently conducting a study together with AMC about the future of lightweight construction in space travel, which you will present at the Lightweight Technologies Forum in Stuttgart in September. What's the purpose of the study?
The aerospace market will grow. We're interested in determining the potential of integrative, systemic lightweight construction and the materials that are right for it. To that end, we want to create an overview of the current state of the market and the technologies.
Mr. Maack, thank you for the interview.
About GRADEL SÀRL:
GRADEL has been developing special-purpose equipment and tailored solutions for the space domain since 2008. Our main product group in space is Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE), which includes multipurpose trolleys, horizontal and vertical lifting devices, integration stands and adapter rings for assembly, integration and tests of all types and sizes of satellites, and the equipping of CATRs – facilities for the testing of satellite antennas. In addition, GRADEL develops such flight hardware as brackets, interface rings, cable feedthroughs and small deployable elements for satellites. Customers include Airbus Defence & Space, OHB System AG and Thales Alenia Space. GRADEL equipment is used in the following space programmes, among others: Alphabus, EDRS, Electra, Esail, Euclid, Eurostar Neo, ExoMars, Juice, Moonmission M4, MTG, Proba3, SGEO and Solar Orbiter.
About XFK IN 3D:
xFK in 3D is a trademark of AMC. This process is a highly flexible, almost completely customisable, affordable and sustainable fibre-composite technology for the winding of components. When the (glass, carbon, basalt and many other natural) fibres of composite materials ("xFK") are aligned according to the desired component functions with respect to their load cases and are produced in three dimensions ("xFK in 3D"), spatial, ultra-light structural components arise. The advantages of the process range from force and stress absorption to minimal material waste. GRADEL is the exclusive partner of AMC for "xFK in 3D" in aerospace.
About Lightweight Technologies Forum:
The Lightweight Technologies Forum (LTF) at COMPOSITES EUROPE (10 to 12 September in Stuttgart) shows how to implement lightweight construction in an economical and resource-efficient way. The forum is conceived as a cross-industry and cross-material incubator of ideas, a place where all stakeholders can consider these new concepts. With a dedicated exhibition space and presentation forum, the LTF demonstrates how glass-fibre reinforced (GFRP) and carbon-fibre reinforced plastics (CFRP) play to their strengths in the materials mix with other substances – in automotive engineering, in aerospace and in construction.
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Significant progress has been made in the past several years in improving the results of pancreatic islet transplantation for patients with type 1 diabetes. Here at UCSF, we are pursuing three studies that we hope will help patients with diabetes who suffer from hypoglycemic unawareness and poor glucose control.
Our UCSF research and clinical care employees are a recognized strength of the Diabetes Center. They are igniting innovation, accelerating the pace of scientific discovery, and shaping the future of science and health.
In a series of studies featured recently in the journal Diabetes Care, Dean Schillinger, MD and his team reported success in developing and evaluating an automated telephone self-management support system to reduce diabetes-related health inequalities in vulnerable populations.
Chinese Americans are 1.6 times more likely than European Americans to develop type 2 diabetes. Since San Francisco has one of the oldest and largest Chinese communities in the U.S., UCSF is helping to test the effectiveness of culturally specific diabetes management programs for Chinese Americans.
Douglas Hanahan, PhD, a faculty member in both the UCSF Diabetes Center and the UCSF Helen Diller Comprehensive Cancer Center, received one of the highest honors a U.S. scientist can receive – membership to the National Academy of Sciences.
The Vera M. Long Foundation has continued its legacy of support by creating the Vera M. Long Endowed Chair in Diabetes Research. Diabetes Center researcher Christian Vaisse, MD, PhD was recently appointed to this prestigious chair.
Mark Anderson, MD, PhD, has been elected to the American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI). This is one of the nation's oldest and most respected medical honor societies that pays tribute to young physician-scientists. Since 1908, over 2,800 physician-scientists have been elected to the Society for their outstanding records of scholarly achievement in biomedical research.
Michael McManus, PhD is UCSF's resident expert in microRNAs, the so called "dark matter" of the genome that are the tiny "switches" that control most of the genes in the body.
At a recent UCSF stem cell gathering, Diabetes Center Director Jeffrey Bluestone, PhD compared the effort of transforming stem cells to beta cells to a coast-to-coast road trip from San Francisco to New York. According to Dr. Bluestone, "We're not in New York yet, but we're getting close. We're in Newark."
UCSF jumped to second place among recipients of National Institutes of Health (NIH) research support last year, trailing only Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore.
UCSF pediatric endocrinologist Robert Lustig is frustrated by the food industry's marketing wars involving sugar. As the public learns more about the dangers of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), the food industry is turning back to sucrose (cane or beet sugar), using the marketing tactic that sucrose is "natural" and therefore somehow "healthier."
The Diabetes Center at UCSF is proud of its partnership with diabetes researchers and clinicians across all UCSF campuses, hospitals and research centers. These complementary "neighborhoods" are helping to drive research in numerous directions – all focused on improving the lives of those living with diabetes.
Thanks to the generosity of Bobbie and Mike Wilsey who helped to create a clinical fellowship at UCSF, Dr. Bonnie Kimmel is nearing completion of an extraordinary year serving as the first UCSF Wilsey Fellow.


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Benefits of Collagen
As we age, our bodies start to slow down. Our metabolism slows down, which makes it harder to lose weight. Our bones stop growing, which is why we need more calcium. Our skin gets loser – because by the time we are in our 40's our body is using the collagen our body makes faster than we can produce it. So, what's the big deal?collagen supplements
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Collagen is like the glue that holds us together. Collagen is found in our bones, our joints (tendons & muscles) and our skin. And obviously, as we age our bodies ability to make it and use it declines. So, do you need to eat more foods with collagen or take a collagen supplement? Keep reading to see how collagens many benefits may help you.
May Improve Digestion
Collagen helps your digestive track a couple of ways. First, it helps to improve the acid in your stomach so you are digesting your food better. This means you are getting more nutrients from the foods you eat. It also helps with making the lining of your digestive track stronger. Several studies have shown that collagen supplements can help people with digestive issues.
Skin Benefits
When most people think of collagen they think of skin, probably because it is most prevalent in the skin. Why do women get wrinkles as they age? The lack of collagen. Taking collagen can help to reduce wrinkles and dry looking skin.
There have been lots of studies that prove that taking a collagen supplement is great for your skin. It also helps your hair and fingernails. Um, ok – if your a lady & want to look younger, fewer wrinkles and lovelier skin, raise your hand (hands raised!)! Also be sure to read this article on the benefits of Vitamin A and the foods good for skin as well. collagen supplements
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May Ease Joint Pain
Collagen is super important for joints because it keeps the cartilage in your body soft and squishy (which is what it needs to be to help your joints not hurt – like when you were 20!). As we get older, the amount of collagen in our bodies decreases, thus the achy joints.
Once again, there are several studies that show the benefits of collagen for joint pain. This is important for people with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. My Mom takes collagen supplements daily and swears by it! collagen supplements
May Prevent Bone Loss
This study shows that women who took a collagen supplement for a year had an increase in their bone mineral density. This is important since an increase in this density means less that you are less likely to develop osteoporosis. Bone loss is a major deal for women over 40 and anything that can aid with this is worth looking in to. Another check for the benefits of collagen. collagen supplements
Foods that Contain Collagen Supplements
Collagen is essentially a protein and it is naturally created in the body. The body needs Vitamin C to help with the creation of collagen. So it's important to eat foods high in Vitamin C. Some foods that are high in Vitamin C include strawberries, kiwi and carrots.
Dark green leafy veggies like spinach and greens also contain lots of Vitamin C. These veggies give you the vitamin C that helps your body make collagen. Other foods that contain collagen are bone broth, and proteins like chicken, eggs, and beef. If you'd like to read more about Vitamin C, be sure to read this article.
Why You Should Supplement
Collagen supplements tend to be a better way of getting the collagen you need versus eating it in foods. However, it doesn't hurt to eat a healthy diet. This is because the supplements are in a form that is more readily absorbed by the body. They are commonly called collagen peptides. collagen supplements
You can find them in a caplet or powder form. The caplet typically requires you to take a few of them a day. The powder is simply added to a drink.
I tend to prefer a collagen powder and look for one that has no taste and dissolves easily. I like this powder the best (because of taste) as well as this one because of the added protein. It's also keto friendly! And this caplet is the best if you prefer it in pill form. You can also get this at Costco if you shop there. collagen supplements
Remember, as we age our bodies don't produce as much collagen so supplementing with collagen daily is important. In addition to a collagen supplement, you really should also take a multivitamin and mineral supplement. You can read more here.
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