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Mamelodi Sundowns have signed Ghana international Razak Brimah
Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed the signing of Ghana international goalkeeper Razak Brimah.
It was reported early on Tuesday by Ghanaian publication Ghana Soccernet that the 30-year-old underwent and passed a medical in Accra on Monday and has subsequently joined the Tshwane giants on a three-year deal, after leaving Spanish Segunda Division club Cordoba at the end of the 2016/2017 campaign.
Brimah becomes the second Ghanaian to make the move to the Premier Soccer League (PSL) during the 2017 July/August transfer window after another Masandawana target in Richard Ofori joined Maritzburg United recently. Although, Brimah struggled for game time at Cordoba, making only four league appearances last season, he brings with him a ton of international experience, having played in two Africa Cup of Nations. Most recently, Brimah was Ghana's number one goalkeeper at the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations held in Gabon earlier this year, and will be seen as a suitable replacement for the recently departed Wayne Sandilands.
Sundowns have subsequently taken to Twitter, to unveil their latest signing.
Let's welcome Ghanaian shot-stopper Razak Brimah to the home of the African Champions Masandawana! #WelcomeRazak pic.twitter.com/qZZtUb1bNq
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Can we bottle 'Carefree Confidence'?
It's so true that children can educate us as adults, just as we can pass teachings to them.
I see that particularly with my daughter on a daily basis, and she's a constant reminder of why I'm so passionate about ensuring that the world of both work and relationships is one in which women can learn to feel far more confident about who and what they are.
My daughter has always struck me as incredibly fearless.
Whether it's a result of learned behaviour, or youthful naivety, I'm not sure I care…. but I do wish I could bottle it for her.
She's always been keen, right from a very young age, to lace on her football boots, take to the park or pitch, and give as good as she gets.
She never lacks in confidence at the thought of spectators watching her every move.
She doesn't back away from the 'arena' of football in some misguided view that it is meant more for boys than for girls.
She doesn't doubt (or fixate over) her ability. She simply always wants to give the game her absolute best.
If there's a model of approach to life and to business I could wish to pass on to her for ever more, or to any women we teach through our workshops, it's very much that same approach of having the courage and conviction.
Or, perhaps, even to 'feel the fear and do it anyway'.
Confidence, to my mind, really is one of those weapons in our armoury which we have to keep using or risk losing.
We have to keep exercising the muscle, making it part of our every day, ensuring it is always something we reach for in our busy daily lives.
Naturally, life brings up its hurdles and hiccups.
It also introduces us to some characters and circumstances which may well cause us to slip in confidence, or lose it altogether.
The trick, therefore, is just to make sure that as quickly as we feel it being chipped away, we get straight back to honing that muscle and reminding ourselves what we have to 'be confident' about.
Sadly, it's simply not possible for me to bottle up confidence and keep it stored for every stage of my daughter's life. I can't force-feed it to her anytime she has a wobble.
What I can do though, is ensure that she sees me continually maintaining my own confidence and self-validation, while giving her the tools to be every bit a confident adult woman as she is now, in these early days of carefree muddy football playing.

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A Cumbernauld secondary has defended its decision to suspend a 13-year-old boy after a "horror tackle" during a football match at PE.
The incident involves Greenfaulds High School S2 pupil Argyle Barclay who has been accused of leaving a fellow pupil with serious ligament damage to his ankle.
The teacher taking the class ex professional footballer and UEFA coach Kevin McBride called the tackle "one of the worst challenges I have ever seen."
It is alleged that it was deliberately mounted at a late stage, causing greater injury.
Mr McBride who was once a assistant manager of Kilsyth Rangers reported the child to head teacher Linda Park who has suspended the pupil. His future will be discussed at the school at a meeting on Tuesday.
Meanwhile the story is now hitting the headlines after Argyle's mother Elaine appeared in a national newspaper, accusing the school of over-reacting.
She has also stated that she believes the incident was an accident.
Cumbernauld Police confirmed that they are not involved in the issue - despite a suggestion in the press that the school was prepared to involve them.
However Mrs Park said: "The teacher who took the class was a professional footballer and is now a UEFA B licensed coach, with 11 years' coaching experience.
"He said the tackle, which the entire class witnessed and and was deliberately intended to hurt the other The other pupil was taken to hospital and won't be able to return to school for four days or take part in sport for a further eight weeks.
"We have a duty of care to all our pupils and this behaviour has no place on the football pitch or in the school."
A meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday to determine whether the pupil will be able to return to school.


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Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Hey Fletch … I see that there are three types of Executive Pastors. There are those who are the solo XP for a church, an XP of Ministries and an XP of Operations. Do you see this too? Is there better wording that's more clear, or another way to slice it?
DRF—Shakespeare writes "What's in a name? That which we call a rose. By any other word would smell as sweet." The exact names are less important in your question than the roles that they fulfill. Yet, your wording resonates with me. I wrote an extremely popular article, "3 Kinds of XPs" and said:
Whether you call the position Executive Pastor or Senior Associate Pastor or Chief Cook and Bottle Washer, there are many vital roles that need to be filled in the modern church. Leading and managing the church has become complex and multi-dimensional.
In the old days, a mechanic could work on any car with a wrench and some muscle. Now, mechanics are specialized to work just on your Toyota Hybrid using highly complex machines, computers and battery analyzers. Whether you like it or not, the same is true in the church.
The easiest way to see the rise in the Executive Pastor position is to walk through time. As you read the following scenarios, consider the pressures on the Senior Pastor, how the Senior Pastor was trained in seminary and how the church changed in various decades.
The most important thing is to nail down exactly what the person does.
Sole XPs in churches have an umbrella function like the Senior Pastor. Everything in the church falls under their purview. XPs of Ministries are only responsible for the strategy, planning and execution. XPs of Operations are only responsible for the entire facility, HR, finances, insurance coverage, and safety.
All three models of the Executive Pastor work in various churches. The key is to find what your church needs and how it will work in your local culture.


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In a time of transit between dictatorship and freedom, it has already been announced that Libya wants to base their government upon Sharia. Sharia means the muslim type of legislation, and is a far cry from the possibilities offered by democracy. Combining the two is something that hasn't succeeded when we combine modern government studies with a knowledge of history.
If anyone can prove me wrong, you are welcome to comment. :-)
The people of Libya should have a right to choose what type of government they want. But when faced with 42 years under the dictatorship of Gaddafi it is highly doubtful how they should even know what they actually want.
Apparently, there are so many factions that now it becomes a tribal rule - and already a powerful and mighty ruler is willing to place himself at the head of such a rule.
Gone are any ideas of equality, education etc. What could have become an ideal oasis for tourists that could challenge even Greece with luxury hotels is becoming a difficult spot where politics and religion is once again combined. What a shame...


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Relinquishing car keys to a teen can be a terrifying notion. Even teens themselves are more hesitant to get a license and get behind the wheel on their own. Research from the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute shows there's been a decline in high schoolers that drive - which isn't a totally good thing.
High Teen Crash Risk After Getting a License
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has a warning for teen drivers. Be very careful in your first three months of driving. A NIH study found that teen drivers are eight times more likely to get in a crash within several months of getting a license.
Before walloping something with their vehicle these young drivers were four times more likely to take part in risky driving behavior (i.e. sudden braking and acceleration). Think girls are more responsible drivers than boys? If you said yes, you'd be right. The NIH study noted no gender difference in risky driving while teens had a learner's permit. However, as soon as they transition to independent drivers, male teens get riskier on the road.
But not all teen drivers are driving with reckless abandon. Teens with permits drive much more safely than their licensed counterparts. In fact, they're just as safe as adult drivers.
Driving at 16 Could Be Safer Overall
Just 28% of 16-year olds got their driver's license in 2010. That's a nearly 50% decline since 1980 and the numbers aren't going up. Some parents see this as a good thing, until they learn about the long-term consequences.
In Washington state there's been a significant increase in young people waiting until they're 18-21 years old to get a license. There are many reasons for the delay, but a fair amount of people who waited said they did so because they didn't want to pay for driver's ed and have to get a permit.
Therein lies the problem.
Washington Department of Licensing data shows that drivers who waited until they were 18 to get their license received three times as many tickets as people who got their license at 16 years old. More surprising is that people who started driving on their own at 16 got the least amount of tickets out of all young drivers, including people who got a driver's license at 25 years old.
The youngest drivers have to go through a permit period and there are also driving restriction until they are 18. This helps to improve safety while they build their real world driving skills.
Another factor is parental supervision. If a teen gets their driver's license in high school they're still under the watchful eye of their parents. Adults can help reduce risk by not ripping off the driving band-aid. The safer bet is to ease teen drivers into cruising solo those first three months after getting a license by restricting driving time and distances.
However, NIH researchers note that teens have to learn safe driving skills while parents aren't in the vehicle. One of the best ways to ensure teens drive safe for years to come is driver's ed. Not only are people who take driver's ed less likely to get tickets , they are also less likely to be involved in a fatal car accident.
Moral of the story: driver's ed courses , involved parents and practice take the risk out of teenage driving.
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5 Honest Reasons I Joined A Fitness Challenge
This past Sunday I began a 3 week intensive program: WELL with Twyla Denise.
Eat good
Love yourself
For the next 3 weeks I will have to cut out/limit:
- Red Meat
- Pork
- Alcohol
- Cheat Meals
- Processed Foods
In addition to clean eating and staying on top of my macros, my workouts will be kicked up to 1 hour per day - mostly heavy weights, along with some cardio. I'm also required to sleep at least 6 hours per day- which is hard because nighttime is when I work on homework and the blog.
When my cousin first approached me about it, I was a little hesitant. I'm busy as hell already - journaling, and daily check-ins seemed a little much for my current schedule. I was already kinda sorta leading a "healthy" lifestyle, and honestly I just didn't know if I wanted to stop getting fast food after class, and buying bottles of wine on me and hubby's date nights.
However, after thinking about it some, I decided it was an opportunity I NEEDED to take.
Here's why:
1) Because let's face it, my "healthy" lifestyle is trash:
I'd like to consider myself a relatively healthy person. I eat salads, I go for bike rides, drink lots of water, and avoid unnecessary carbs. Boom! But the truth is, all of those good habits are conveniently coupled with bad habits.
- I eat my salads with a side of fries and sugary ketchup
- I take bike rides, and spend more time gliding than I do pedaling
- I drink water during the week, and wine on the weekends
- I shy away from rice and white potatoes, but I do eat gummy bears, mini kit kat bars, and taco bell (where my chalupa lovers)
- For the last month, workouts have been scheduled "when I feel like it"
- I've been getting less than 5 hours of sleep per night
Having to actually buckle down and eat "clean," incorporate more intense workouts in my routine, and get at least 6 hours of sleep per day was something I've BEEN needing to do. Having a coach pushed me to set goals, plan my week, and commit to adopting healthier habits.
After just a week:
- I feel more energized
- My mood has improved
- I dropped some weight
- I'm getting those quality deep sleeps
- My body is firming up
- Bonus: The husband been checking for me more often - eoowwwwww! (Cardi B voice)
I'm excited about the changes I'm making, and these payoffs are keeping me encouraged to keep pushing myself. I believe these benefits will motivate me to incorporate these habits in my lifestyle long after the program has ended.
2) The accountability factor
Check-ins with Twyla:
Twyla is just the kind of coach I need to keep me grounded. She's real, honest, and doesn't play any games. Even though she's in Florida and I'm in NY, I feel her watching me every time I eat or workout lol.
Sending photos of my food to Twyla, and sharing my food journal keeps me honest. Of course I can always sneak some goodies without telling her or recording it, but what do I like hiding and eating cupcakes? By showing her what I'm doing, she can suggest alternatives, or let me know when I've cheated and need to get more serious.
Sharing on Social Media
I wasn't too sure if this was something that I wanted to do because I personally am annoyed by people who always post pics of their food smh. Then I turned around and did it myself. Hmph. My thing is, if you're annoyed by my stories, you always have the option to not watch.
By making my journey public, I've engaged the power of social expectations.
The response and feedback has been amazing. My friends check in with me, my online friends send me encouragement, recipes, and the occasional compliment. I've even had the experience of meeting social media friends in public and being asked how I'm getting so fit, and receiving praise on how good all of my food looks
I've made so many connections with other like-minded fitness individuals, and it's really been phenomenal how much the support of others has played a part in my commitment to reaching my goals.
I'm allowing others into my life, and letting them see my transformation. Everyone may not fully appreciate my posts, but if it inspires or motivates at least one person, it's worth it.
3) To Get Sexy
I like what I see in the mirror, but I want to LOVE what I see in the mirror. I don't just want to lose weight, I want to shape my body and change my body composition. Less flab, more muscle. This is just MY personal preference for how I want to look. There's no body-shaming on my website.
I'm a woman and I've become more in tune with my sexuality over the past couple of years. I want to feel confident in my clothes, without the shape wear. I want to feel confident outside of my clothes, without the lingerie.
I look in the mirror, and I thank God that the genetics worked out the way they did. It's not that I have a bad body, it's that I've been bad to my body.
4) To challenge my mental
I am learning:
- Patience in achieving the results I'm seeking
- To embrace change - change can be difficult, but it is necessary to improve
- To not focus on mistakes - I slipped up one day this week, but one slip up does not mean I've failed
- Being confident in who I am, and knowing that I am capable of tranforming into the woman I want to become
- To block out temptations- People seem to feel if they offer you food, you have to take it - you don't
- Silencing unnecessary advice - "you're small enough," "you're losing too fast," "you can have just one"
- To be positive no matter what - My thoughts and attitude tend to control my actions, so staying in a good space is critical
5) To Practice What I Preach
#FitMom #FitMoms #FitFam
Those are some of the common hashtags I use on my instagram. I shouldn't be garnering attention for something I'm not truly commited to. Taking photos of me working out once in a week and then telling ya'll to exercise at least 3 times a week on the blog isn't real.
I HAVE put in a lot of work to get back in shape after having Bella, but that work shouldn't stall just because I've achieved a weight and size that I'm comfortable with. I don't want to be the person whose personal life is 100% different from the life he or she leads online.
If I'm preaching fitness, then I should be practicing fitness.
I hope that you guys are pursuing your goals, and tracking your progress too. I'm not perfect by any means, but I'm learning along the way, and I like where things are going.


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How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids – 003
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One of the questions I get asked most often as a parent coach is, "How do I stop yelling at my kids?"
Every morning you wake up with the intention of keeping your cool, but somehow by dinnertime, all bets are off. You've lost all control of yourself and your kids, and you can't seem to get it back.
This week on the podcast, I'm going to share why you feel so out of control and how to start responding, rather than reacting.
Here's What You'll Discover:
- Your biggest enemy as a parent
- Why you yell
- How your brain is trying to protect you
- The difference between a reaction and a response
Featured in this episode:
- ScreamFree Parenting by Hal Runkel
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Dr. Stephen Covey
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text: Change The Way The World Sees You According to Simon Tan, Psy.D., A.B.P.P., a clinical neuropsychologist at Stanford University Medical Center; some of the most common misconceptions about aging include the ideas that people of a certain age are rigid in their thinking, are losing their capacity for learning and are all similar simply because of their age. As you know, these misconceptions are far from the truth!No matter what your age, the human mind and body never loses its capacity to learn and adapt. While we may grow stronger in our commitment to beliefs and values, our openness to new ideas often increases as we know the value of collaboration and community.With experience, openness and an ability to learn, comes great diversity. Dr. Tan describes that there is more variety and diversity among older adults than in any other age group. No wonder we created Defy Aging Solutions to bring light to the true possibilities aging holds for us all!This week, we ask you to pick one stereotype of aging and see exactly how it does not accurately describe you. See how you are vibrant, dynamic, and ascending to the growth and development you've been working towards throughout your life.At Defy Aging Solutions, we know that all you wish and hope for in your years to come is best accomplished from a state of well being and good health. We work to support you and your most cherished values by igniting your potential with our clinically based fitness programs and our emphasis on fun!Join us in our mission to change the way the world sees aging one person at a time! The journey starts with you!


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Venus Williams could become the oldest woman to win a Grand Slam singles title in the Open Era when she meets Garbine Muguruza in Saturday's Wimbledon final.
The American, 37, will overtake sister Serena's record – set when she was aged 35 at the Australian Open in January – by winning her sixth SW19 title.
"I don't think about my age," Williams told BBC Sport. "It is not a factor."
Spain's Muguruza, 23, is aiming for her first Wimbledon triumph after losing to Serena Williams in the 2015 final.
"I think my mind is more equipped this time," said the 2016 French Open champion.
Venus Williams dominated Wimbledon for almost a decade between 2000 and 2009, winning five titles and finishing runner-up in another three finals.
But the seven-time Grand Slam champion had become a peripheral figure after being diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome, an illness that causes fatigue and joint pain, in 2011.
She says she refused to consider retirement, despite her world ranking plummeting to 103 by the end of 2011.
The American returned to the top 10 last year and then reached her first Grand Slam final since 2009 when she lost to Serena in Melbourne earlier this year.
Now, after beating Britain's Johanna Konta in the last four, she has another chance to win her first major title since Wimbledon in 2008.
"I love the big stage," she said. "There is a lot more pressure and it is about dealing with it. "There are only a handful of players each year who can push and deal with the pressure of playing your best against the best players.
"I just love the game and I don't want this part of my life to end. It is not over until it is over."
Muguruza, seeded 14th, has dropped down the rankings in recent months after struggling to sustain the form she showed to win last year's French Open.
However, she has been impressive at Wimbledon under the guidance of temporary coach Conchita Martinez – the only Spanish woman to have previously won Wimbledon when she beat Martina Navratilova in 1994.
Muguruza fought back from a set down to beat world number one Angelique Kerber in the last 16, then reached her second Wimbledon final by beating Magdalena Rybarikova in a one-sided semi-final.
Now she has the chance to make amends for that 6-4 6-4 defeat by Serena Williams with victory over her older sister.
"The more experience you get, the more you know how to deal with these situations, because they're very special," she said. "If you felt it before, it's really helpful.
"So I have more information about the situation."


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While I am posting, I noticed EyesforLies completely removed anything to do with this disappearance of Amber from her Blog. She doesn't usually cover Canadian mysteries. I wonder what happened as I was not really following it that closely? I can't find any reference to it at all. I think that one or two of you new members were posting on here and on her Blog....does any of you know what happened? I admit that when I read some of the stuff on there I cringed. Maybe the talk ended up getting even more out of hand, and she may have shut it down herself.
.... threading very lightly here on this "cliff". We all know that "all forums" can accumulate real facts, false facts, rumors, theories, what if/s, could it be/s .... etc. I have been a member of this site for quite a while; I also have visited other sites on occasions out of curiosity or to view/read things others have suggested, linked, noticed or whatever. Strange enough though, it doesn't really bother me that there is always half fact, half all the other!!!. I've realized over the years that if I read it all ....every post (without demanding proof of all that is posted in comments), I can more often than not, figure out what is fact and what is mistakenly repeated, and/or what is put here to deliberately mislead the public. Guess what! I knew that when I first started reading forums. It's the way it goes. It's no different than sitting at Tim's listening to the gossip. If I am going to demand proof of every word that gets posted, well I guess I'd better be prepared to "host my own site". If I'm going to nit pick each and every word, thought, theory, ..... or take offense at every other fact (whether true or false) .... then I'm only getting in trouble with others and wasting my time. Who's to decide (other than mediators) what's what. As long as there's no personal attacks to other members or posters, let the words fly. Somewhere amongst it all, there will be answers. If you sit back and read, watch, think, and write back and forth ( with a thick skin) the whole thread boils until most is revealed. If we can't handle that, and we pick, snap, judge others comments word by word ..... it will end up that there are probably several "peeps" reading and just dying to say something .... but afraid to speak for fear of being jumped for what they think they know or what they do know. When readers get "spooked" by the bickering and picking, they stay wayyyyyyy back and we get "nothing". Think about it.I'm all for let everybody have a say; if it's vile or far fetched, or repetitious of nothing but "hate", then it can be reported and deleted. However, for the most part, the more that's tolerated, the more comes out. ....just my personal opinion.
http://justice4caylee.forumotion.net/t16779-canada-amber-kirwan-19-new-glasgow-nsIf this web site works OK when you pull it up, it shows the news stories to date and summarizes what has happened. It may be a good review It looks like a site for Caylee but it's all about Amber. Amber Donna Kirwan.
This forum has certainly gotten boring. You can't say anything before someone jumps all over your post. Nothing is being said as slander, just trying to put together what happened to Amber. Someone commented that they found black shoes. Well just look at the picture in the paper and you can see its a black shoe. Time to relax here and stop being so critical over every post.


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Clinton to Delay Trade Bill, Clouding Passage This Year
WASHINGTON -- President Clinton has decided to wait until September before sending Congress legislation that would permit the administration to negotiate future trade deals.
The administration is trying to get congressional leaders to guarantee a vote this fall. White House Chief of Staff Erskine Bowles met with the leadership Thursday to discuss timing and plans another session Friday.


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I travelled to Paris many times in my younger years, with friends and lovers. I loved rambling the streets, exploring any bar and shop that took my fancy, revelling in the romance and excitement of the city.
When my son Dylan asked me to take him on a holiday, I decided to take him to the French capital, as I wanted to go somewhere exciting yet somewhat familiar. I was still nervous, though, about how it would go exactly – after all, four-year-olds don't exactly like wandering aimlessly but calmly around in search of bohemian cafés. I needn't have feared, though, as the City of Light has numerous attractions for both young and old.
Our flight landed us safely in Charles de Gaulle airport, and we took the train to the city centre, near Notre Dame. From there it was a short walk to Hotel La Lanterne. Situated in the heart of the Latin Quarter, the hotel is easily accessible and close to a number of attractions – but still manages to remain an oasis of calm and style.
Dylan had previously been quite impressed with a Belfast hotel that featured a pool, so I
knew I had to secure one in Paris so that the city would impress him just as much.
The delightful underground pool at Hotel La Lanterne exceeded both our expectations. Lit by soft yellow lights, it is ideal for either splashing around with children, or snuggling up with a romantic partner. The hotel also offers, through a turquoise-tiled passage, a steam room and showers for adult guests.
Throughout the trip we discovered that Paris has many more playgrounds than I had previously realised. We found a particularly gorgeous one in the Jardin du Luxembourg. We entered the park as the early evening light glimmered on the central pond, locals pausing to sit in the surrounding chairs to bask in the last warmth of the day on their way home from work and school.
Running through the autumn leaves, we came upon the playground. You have to pay a small fee to enter but, when you do so, the playground is fun, clean and safe, offering a variety of climbing ropes, swings, slides and other contraptions.
The following day, we took the metro to Cité des Enfants, on the north side of Paris. This is an amazing interactive science museum for children, and an absolute must-see for anyone with young people. The museum is divided into different sections, offering young children the chance to play with water, work on a construction site and experiment with light, sound and shadows.
You can only book tickets for a 90-minute slot, and I was concerned this would not give us ample opportunity to explore everything we wanted to. I had no need to worry however, as we had plenty of time to play before we were ushered out to let the next crowd in.
Upon our return to Hotel La Lanterne, we took a spontaneous walk to the nearby Notre Dame. Along the way, we were delighted to discover Bertrand's, a bakery offering a plethora of cakes and confections. I ordered what has to be the most delicious chocolate cake I have ever tasted, and my son was overjoyed with a bag of multi-coloured meringues.
I didn't think a young person would really enjoy Notre Dame, but Dylan loved walking along the Seine towards the cathedral, getting his picture taken along the boats. At his request, we went inside the iconic cathedral, appreciating the candlelight and stained glass windows – him seeing everything for the first time, me seeing it for the first time through his eyes.
On our way back to the hotel, Dylan requested that we stop off at one of the tacky tourist shops to buy some postcards for his friends. At first I recoiled in horror – I'm far too sophisticated for tourist shops! But then I remembered this holiday was about making him happy – and he was delighted with the cards we bought, passing them out to his friends upon our return home.
We could not, of course, leave Paris without visiting the Eiffel Tower, and so we did the following morning, stopping off at the carousel in the Champ de Mars – a must for any child – before walking along to the tower itself. We satisfied ourselves with looking up at it, with promises to climb to the top in a few years.
On our way to the airport, Dylan said he wanted to learn more French, and move to Paris straight away. I took that to mean the holiday was a success.
Travel facts:
Where to stay: Hotel La Lanterne 12 Rue de la Montagne Sainte Geneviève 75005 Paris Average prices range from €200-€270 per night – but it's probably best to book well in advance. Cité des Enfants Located in La Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie 30 avenue Corentin Cariou 75019 Paris. Bertrand's Paris Notre-Dame 10 Rue Lagrange 75005 Paris. How to get there: Liz and Dylan flew return Dublin-Paris (Charles de Galle) for €250.


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Wynn on his vintage TY80 August 9, 2008
The basics of Internal combustion are simple, if an engine has fuel and a spark, it should run, so when Wynn's 1975 TY 80 refused to start, The first thing I did was check for gas in the tank. There was plenty of fuel so I ruled that out, leaving the electrical system the likely culprit. I removed the plug from the cylinder, stuck it back into the cap and grounded it on the cylinder head. When I jab at the kickstarter, a bright, blue-white spark should snap between the electrodes of the plug. I kicked it over but no spark. Was the problem as simple as a bad plug which could be easily and cheaply, be replaced or was it something more complex?
I remembered a trick my father had taught me. While repairing a lawnmower he called me over and asked me to hold the sparkplug wire. Not knowing about such things at the time, I obliged. Dad yanked on the starter cord and I recoiled as an electrical jolt ran from the wire, into my fingers and up my arm. Dad thought it was pretty funny and after a while, so did I. Some time later, while working on a rototiller my father called me over, again, to hold the sparkplug wire. I'm not sure if he had forgotten about pulling that trick on me before or if he didn't remember which of his three sons had fallen for it before, but I walked over and took hold of the wire. We were both smiling as he pulled the starter cord.
Back to the present and troubleshooting Wynn's bike. I removed the plug and remembering Dad, stuck my little finger in the cap and jabbed at the kick lever again. This time there was no jolt, not even a tickle.This confirmed there was indeed a problem in the electrical system. It could be the coil, the points, the condenser, a short or a broken wire.
As a teenager, I had learned to do many motorcycle repairs out of necessity. The bike shop was far away and I could barely afford the parts let alone the labor. If I wanted to ride, I had to fix it myself. I'd order parts from the shop by telephone (rotary) and had them delivered C.O.D. via U.P.S. I could install chains, sprockets, tires, cables, pistons and rings. If it was just a matter of removing the worn or broken part and bolting on a new part, I could handle it. My Achilles heel was, and continues to be the electrical system. If a new sparkplug doesn't fix it, I'm stuck. Time to find a bike shop.


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It peeves me, it does, the dismissive tone that can be adopted by people when referring to the physical emphasis of yoga practice.
Those lofty intellectuals view the yoga world as full of strutting Amazonians, balancing on one finger tip, mainlining green smoothies and taking nothing but their smooth rippled musculature as sacred.
Now, of course, I exaggerate, but there is something in this tendency to view things as good or bad, right or wrong, black or white that I find deeply unsettling. In part it is due to this polarizing human habit that I find the physical aspect of yoga so relevant. If there's something that we all share, it is our physicality. Beyond our views and our percentage of "spirituality" vs. "rationality", our body is, in a sense, where we meet.
Recently I have been re-discovering the work of Peter Levine. His insight into how humans cope with trauma presents a very interesting take on our seeming intelligence. The way our physical bodies store the imprint of stressful situations seems so outdated. Our frontal brains, driven by speed and constantly chasing after things, do little to consider the body's own rhythm. Through the prism of the gunas this is clearly an imbalance of rajas. We see for example incredibly articulate, clever and sophisticated individuals paying scarce attention to their physical health. Our entire culture seems built on this precedent. It is only when we slow down that we begin to notice the body's own intelligence as something quite otherworldly.
Sensation has a lot to say.
Āsana, the physical branch of yoga practice, the most widely practiced, the great storehouse of postures, is deeply beneficial. Āsana goes beyond words, it begins to introduce the medicine of meditation. In āsana the subtle shifts of attitude and mood transform one's very consciousness. Beyond the gymnastic façade of certain āsanas is a very real encounter with our deepest attachments and fears. The tension we visit and steep in throughout our physical practice allows us to uncover that version of ourselves that is unfettered, that is beyond body. We go through body to go beyond body.
Don't diss the āsanas, but do please slow down.
Asana focus: virabhadrāsana II workshop, at Yoga Akasha, 29th September, 12-2. Book through shop.


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Bloggers have some of the busiest lives out there…
partly because blogging never stops and most bloggers are balancing a full-time job, family, friends, health, etc… We got a lot going on. So it's no surprise that after a long day at the office the last thing you want to do is more work.
And since I work 45 hours a week at my day job, on top of having a boyfriend, blog, freelance work, and working out, I figure I should share my time-saving tricks because I know I'm not alone in the hustle.
When I'm planning content for the month, I can usually get away with writing 1 blog post and turning it into 5 other pieces of content to carry me through the rest of the week. Here's how you can do the same:
Blog post follow up…
A great way to create a new blog post is by taking an idea from one of your other blog posts and expanding on it or creating a follow-up. I did this with my blog post about email lists. There is SO much information within any niche that can be broken down into several blog posts. It's a waste to try and fit everything into a long blog post about one topic.
For example, if you're a style blogger, you could write an introductory blog post to boyfriend jeans and why every girl needs them. Then you could do a follow-up post about how they should fit, another post on how to dress them down, and another post about dressing them up. You see what I'm doing?
It's a domino effect. Take one idea and break it down into 3-4 and you'll have content to last you all month! It's a very simple concept that will save you a ton of time and stress.
Turning your blog posts into videos is another super simple way to create more content (and diversify). Yes, videos are more complicated than writing a blog post; however, the more you do it, the easier it becomes.
Let's say you're a beauty blogger and you write a blog post about which products are your favorite for spring. You could create a video using the products and explain in more detail why the products are great for spring. Or you could create a spring makeup look tutorial.
Again, there are so many ways you can use video. Once you have a topic, you can expand on it and get as specific or general as you like. (Keep in mind your videos should be relatively short. Read this post for more on video content.)
Instagram quote/picture
In any of your blog posts or videos, there is some quote buried deep in there waiting to be turned into new content. If you're dropping a new outfit post or some nugget of wisdom on your blog, why would you not create new content by turning them into an Instagram picture or quote?! In fact, you can create multiple Instagram pictures with just one blog post and I strongly encourage you to do so.
If you have a new YouTube video or funny Snapchat video, you can even upload a teaser to Instagram. Easy peasy. All of the above will come in handy on those "oh shit, I don't have anything to post" days. Trust me!
Email content
There have been several times where I've expanded on an idea in one of my blog posts and turned it into exclusive email content. No, this doesn't mean you can just copy and paste a blog post to your email and call it "exclusive". This means you're taking an idea or drawing inspiration from one of your blog posts and going more in depth in your email newsletter.
You can even take questions you've gotten throughout the week on your blog posts or Instagram pictures and answer them in your email. This technique will save you a ton of time each week, month, or however often you send a newsletter.
Snapchat sneak peek
A lot of bloggers share sneak peeks of their blog posts/videos via Snapchat. It's not only a great way to create new content for your followers exclusively on Snapchat, but it also entices them to check out your latest blog post, or YouTube video.
You can also use Snapchat to document behind-the-scenes action on what you're working on. You can document your creative process when writing a blog post, taking a photo, or creating a video. If you do all three you got yourself Snapchat content for the whole week!
Creating content for 5 days at a time may seem like a daunting task, especially if you're just starting out. It's easy to get frazzled, yes I said frazzled. But with time, practice, and a routine, you'll get it down in no time and you'll be a master content creator. Seriously, you'll just be walking along and think, "Oh I can do this, I can document that, I can record this, I can photoshop that". Then your next problem will be having too much content. (Comment below if you want a post on how to organize your ideas/content.)
What's your take on creating content? Love it, hate it, feel stuck? Tell me in the comments below!
xx Britt
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October 7, 2016
(Updated October 10, 5 a.m. EDT) -- The Port of Charleston reopened this morning to all cruise and cargo traffic.
(Updated October 9, a.m. EDT) -- Jacksonville Cruise Port reopened this morning to cruise traffic. The Port of Charleston remains closed but is expected to reopen Monday morning.
(Updated October 8, 1 p.m. EDT) -- Port Canaveral reopened this afternoon after being cleared by the U.S. Coast Guard.
(Updated October 8, 10 a.m. EDT) -- The port of Charleston remains closed today; according to the port website, it's expected to reopen Monday.
Port Canaveral is expected to reopen this afternoon; it's awaiting approval from the U.S. Coast Guard. The port of Jacksonville remains closed pending a damage assessment.
(Updated October 7, 4:49 p.m. EDT) -- The port of Charleston will be closed October 7 to 8; there's a chance it also may be closed through Sunday. Port Everglades, as well as the ports of Miami and Palm Beach, all have reopened. Norwegian, Carnival and Royal Caribbean all have ships scheduled to depart from Miami tonight. Port Canaveral remains closed.
(Updated October 6, 1:37 p.m. EDT) -- Six U.S. cruise ports have shut down as a result of the imminent threat of Hurricane Matthew, which is expected to approach Florida's east coast Thursday evening.
Port Miami, Port Everglades, Port Canaveral, the port of Jacksonville, the port of Palm Beach and the port of Key West have closed to all marine traffic until further notice. A number of cruise ship itineraries have been affected.
The ports are operating under the U.S. Coast Guard's Port Condition Zulu, a full lockdown which prevents all vessels from entering, leaving and remaining in port. It's issued when gale-force hurricane winds are expected within 12 hours.
The port of Charleston shut down Wednesday, but has since reopened due to the storm's latest projected path.
Hurricane Matthew has caused widespread devastation in Haiti and claimed 330 lives so far. It is currently 80 miles SE of Cape Canaveral and is classified as category 3 with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph.
"This is a serious storm, and the protection of people and property is our primary concern," Port Canaveral CEO John Murray said in a statement. "We expect high winds and storm surge throughout the port and have urged the Port community to prepare their facilities so business can resume as quickly as possible after the storm."
It is not clear whether the ports will remain closed. If they do, the ships will either be forced to stay at sea or head to another port farther up the coast. The cruise ports advise booked passengers to contact the cruise lines for itinerary changes caused by port closures.
Cruise Critic is in contact with the lines and cruise ports, and will continue to update this story as more information becomes available. See below for the most up-to-date status of cruise ports in areas that will or could be affected.
Cruise Port Closures and Upcoming Ship Arrivals
Miami Cruise Port: Port Miami is closed to all vessel traffic until further notice. The Port Miami Tunnel as well as drawbridges in the area also will be closed.
Norwegian Sky, Carnival Fantasy, Carnival Sensation, Enchantment of the Seas and Empress of the Seas are due in port Friday.
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades): Port Everglades is closed to all vessel traffic until further notice. Drawbridges in the area also will be closed; a full lockdown is anticipated Thursday morning.
Oasis of the Seas is the next ship scheduled to arrive in Fort Lauderdale, on Saturday, October 8.
Port Canaveral (Orlando): Port Canaveral CEO John Murray has issued an evacuation order for all landside port operations -- the first time it has done so in 14 years. Additionally, the U.S. Coast Guard has advised that Canaveral Harbor will close Wednesday afternoon.
According to a statement released by the port, the Captain of the Port has ordered a stop to all vessel traffic -- including cruise ships -- in the harbor until after the storm passes and the order is lifted.
Carnival Victory, which was originally scheduled to return to Port Canaveral tomorrow will remain at sea until the port reopens.
Port of Palm Beach The Port of Palm Beach closed yesterday at 6 p.m. EDT to all vessel traffic and will remain closed until further notice. It serves just one line Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, which operates one ship, Grand Celebration every other day to Grand Bahama in the Bahamas. The ship is due in tomorrow, but it is not clear yet whether it will be diverted, canceled or stay at sea.
Jacksonville Cruise Port Jaxport is closed to all vessel traffic until further notice.
Carnival Elation could be delayed returning to Jacksonville, according to a spokesman for the line. It is schedule to return Saturday.
Charleston Cruise Port: The port has altered its operating schedule, restricting cargo shipments before closing for the remainder of the week.
Carnival Ecstasy, which was originally scheduled to return to Charleston on Saturday, will remain at sea until the port reopens.
Norfolk Cruise Port: The port is operating as normal. The next ships scheduled to arrive in Norfolk are Silver Explorer (tomorrow) and Azamara Quest (October 13).
Baltimore Cruise Port: The port is operating as normal. The next ships scheduled to arrive in Baltimore are Grandeur of the Seas (Saturday) and Carnival Pride (Sunday).
Bayonne (Cape Liberty): The port is operating as normal. The next ship scheduled to arrive in Bayonne is Anthem of the Seas on Thursday.
New York (Manhattan): The port is operating as normal. The next ships scheduled to arrive in Manhattan are Disney Magic (Friday,), Norwegian Gem (Saturday), Carnival Sunshine (Saturday), Aidaluna (Saturday) and Aidadiva (Saturday).
New York (Brooklyn, Red Hook): The port is operating as normal. The next ships scheduled to arrive in Brooklyn are LeBoreal (tomorrow) and Regal Princess (Saturday).
Cruising during Hurricane Matthew?
• Everything you need to know about cruising during the Atlantic hurricane season
• Tips for cruising during hurricane season, plus a breakdown the pros and cons
• What to do when weather prevents you from getting to your cruise
--By Gina Kramer, Associate Editor; updated by Adam Coulter, U.K. Editor


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Dear Yoni,
I was delighted to hear from my friend and your fellow council candidate Jane Halevy that your policy platform includes an amendment for Netanya to ban fur.
A fur ban would be a wonderful step in the right direction as major fashion designers are ending their sales of fur and many countries have taken steps to shut down fur farming. Today's enlightened consumers don't want to support an industry that gasses, bludgeons, and electrocutes animals to death for their skins.
I wish you success and hope that a fur-free Netanya will lead the way in Israel (which needs to move forward with its own fur ban) and that cities worldwide will follow suit.
Thank you for taking a strong stance for animals, and good luck on October 30!
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Ludovica Gioscia (artist live in London, UK ) aka Dudi , well known for her double sided hand-printed wallpaper artworks, talks about how she designs / styles her lovely flat in London !
I live in that flat since 2006, and it is in an old school conversion. The best feature is its brightness and quirky architecture. The deco is an accumulation of my stuff over the years!!! The maroccan-like curtains on the mezzanine are a new feature....
Sorry I also forgot to say that on the walls I hang works that I collect by swapping my artworks with other artists....xx
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Smoke and Mirrors in Sacramento – AB 1129 is a Taking!
By passage of AB 1129, the Coastal Commission will alter the definition of "existing", as used numerous times in the Coastal Act. It is a 180 degree change from previous interpretations of the Coastal Act that guarantee protections of property by the Coastal Commission. Property owners and Public Agencies rely on the Coastal Commission's stated interpretation and they have relied on that interpretation for over 40 years. Should Coastal and or legislation now change that interpretation and retroactively define it as anything built before 1977, it is a taking.
Excerpts from Coastal Commission arguments before the California Court of Appeals supporting the common, logical meaning of "existing"
In their opening statement, they wrote: "This is a case in which the rules of statutory construction, sound public policy and common sense converge in harmony"


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I have all of this hair and I can hide behind it. I am a mom of three children, happy but tired. If I didn't hide, you would see a woman that is scared. I am unsure about the future. Where is my place in things? I am so happy that I have a wonderful husband and three children but I still think that there is more. I am not sure what it is yet.


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Theo Gymnast Collection
Theo is and has always been one of my favorite eyewear collections. The company, out of Belgium, is not scared to push the limits, uses a wide variety of color, and focuses on intricate design techniques to make a truly original piece. Theo dominates my personal eyewear collection and I get compliments every time I wear one out.
I was recently introduced to a new mini collection from Theo: The Gymnast Collection
This collection is made of four frames each with a bridge detail made to mimic the movement and bodies of 4 very talented Olympic gymnasts. I had to have one for my personal collection! In typical Theo style there were many colors to choose from and I settled on blue; my go to eyewear color. The shape fit well and complimented my prescription so it was a no-brainer.
I selected the Epke shape named after Epke Zonderland who appeared in the London games in 2012. Other shapes include Olga Korbut (Munich 1972), Nadia Comaneci (Montreal 1976), and Sawao Kato (Montreal 1976). Check out some of the photo below of the Epke design and tell me what you think!
Fun Fact: While in NYC for Vision Expo I ran into one of the co-creators of the brand and he was wearing the same frame!! SO COOL!


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We're excited to have participated at Bonhams' Quail Lodge auction with Project Redwood, a truly exceptional ground-up restoration. The interest in our Summer Edition (open top) has been even stronger than anticipated with additional follow-on builds in the same style being booked.
When we set out to restore this 1979 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40, our main purpose was to breathe new life into a top-quality 4x4, while preserving the recognizable and enduring features of classic Land Cruisers. Rebuilt from scratch and boasting a concours-level Desert Storm Tan paint job, this off-roader is in its element, whether at the beach, the mountain or on the road.
We could list a million reasons why you should build your own vintage 4x4 with Legacy Overland.
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4-Piece Small Creamer & Sugar Dispenser, Spoon & Tray Set – Fine Stainless Steel Tableware for Your Home
- 4-Pc Creamer & Sugar Set in Brillant Reflective Finish
- Quality 18/8 Stainless Steel and Fine Craftsmanship
- Creamer: L 8.5 cm x W 6 cm x H 6.5 cm; Sugar Canister: Dia. 7 CM X H 6 CM
- Tray: L 20 cm x W 12.5 cm x H 1 cm; Spoon: L 11.5 cm x W 2.5 cm
- Clean, Durable, Elegant, Practical, Low-Maintenance and Eco-Friendly
Product Description
This small cream & sugar set is so cute you'll want to use it every day! The 4 oz. creamer keeps dairy products cold while the covered sugar server is a convenient way to serve your favorite sweetener…and the serving spoon is included. All this on a small oval tray to give the set an elegant feel. Brilliant reflective finish. Made of heavy-gauge 18/8 stainless steel with quality craftsmanship. Food safe and easy to clean. Everybody loves Stainless Steel, so this sugar and creamer set is a great gift for the holiday! Each set is shipped in a protective non-woven pouch-your assurance that you are receiving an authentic StainlessLUX product. One year limited warranty.
4-Piece Small Creamer & Sugar Dispenser, Spoon & Tray Set – Fine Stainless Steel Tableware for Your Home
4 Responses to "4-Piece Small Creamer & Sugar Dispenser, Spoon & Tray Set – Fine Stainless Steel Tableware for Your Home"
My daughter has broken three sugar bowls and I finally decided to buy a stainless set. The seller sent me two sugar bowls by mistake but sent me a creamer without me ever contacting them. The set is so cute, great for entertaining and best of all it won't break!!! I would definitely use this seller again, and buy this product!
Rating: 5 / 5
Check out the measurements before you purchase–these containers are about half the regular size. Beautifully designed and well made, but too small to be practical.
Rating: 3 / 5
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2NKBP8NZM92E9 The ad copy for this claims that the "4 oz. creamer keeps dairy products cold," but the creamer is not double-walled or insulated in any way. Also, the creamer and sugar bowl are much smaller than I expected from the picture, but I guess I should have read the measurements in the description. However, they hold enough for my purposes.
I wanted to give three stars, but I'm sticking with four because I don't want to discourage people from buying it. While I'm disappointed in the size and lack of insulation, and I think they're overpriced for such a miniature set, I'm ultimately satisfied with the quality and use them every day at work. I make tea by the pot, and this set is perfect for office use.
The only daily annoyance is that the spout on the creamer is difficult to clean. A tiny little bit of cream always dries in the little indentation in the spout, and it requires the very tip of the scrubby part of the sponge to get in there.
Rating: 4 / 5
Bought this delightful creamer and sugar set with tray and liked it so much that I had to buy a second. Would make a lovely gift, too. Can't go wrong with this set for the price! Beautiful to look at and very practical.
I'm very impressed with the quality of the manufacturer, StainlessLux. I bought their citrus juicer as well and it's equally terrific. I'll definitely buy more items by this company. Great quality, good prices.
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nalbalool needed a new logo & brand identity pack design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 141 designs submitted by 62 freelance designers.
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text: Parris Afton Bonds' Monarchs and Painted Ladies is like a flower unfolding, with secrets to keep and passions to share. The novel is a little bit Da Vinci Code and a bucket of adventure, not to mention a soaring romance. Caan, Maggie, and Odell are on a quest for a arcane treasure compelled by mysterious and, possibly, heaven-sent forces. These three disparate people—a cynical Vietnam war vet, a Catholic bishop with secrets, and a nurse whose children have been kidnapped for no apparent reason—travel the globe seeking something so elusive it may get them killed. Bonds weaves history and mystery, mysticism and practicality, humor and romance into a compelling cauldron of gripping fiction mingled with fascinating fact. This rich tapestry of a tale weaves present day with historical scenes that unspool from WWII back through the centuries. Bonds is such an intelligent and feeling writer, the reader lives and breathes her characters. I never wanted to leave the pages or the people whose travails and triumphs took me on both inner and outer journeys. What an book! The slow-burn romance between two damaged people soars. As all readers know, when we turn that last page and reach The End it's both a blissful and sorrowful experience. Blissful in that the ending, at least in Monarchs and Painted Ladies, was eminently satisfying. Sorrowful in that it's over. At least until Ms. Bonds publishes another riveting novel. I can't wait.


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Verification of identity is critical in establishing a sense of trust between two new suitors, but this is difficult to achieve when most people don't want to overexpose themselves online.
Data scandals from Cambridge Analytica to Ashley Madison have left us thinking long and hard about the very sensitive topic of data privacy. So even genuine lovebirds - not just scammers - are crafting their digital identities with varying degrees of illegitimacy in an attempt to blur the line between their public personas and private life. As such, it's becoming more and more difficult to tell if bae is 'The One' or 'Bot 101'…
We were joined by Leah Callon-Butler, co-founder of intimate.io, who explained how this new cryptocurrency is introducing 'pseudonymous reputation' to allow privacy and transparency to coexist within the Adult Industry, offering unprecedented safety and empowerment to everyone from right-swipers to sex workers.
Leah is a Co-Founder and Chief Impact Officer for intimate.io, a cryptocurrency bringing safety and security to the Adult Industry. With over a decade's experience spearheading the business development and growth strategies for a range of emerging tech startups, she devoted a large part of her MBA to the topic of social entrepreneurship. Leah has consulted to the United Nations Environment Program Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) on SDG5 and is a member of the Women of Sex Tech.
Learn more about Leah or follow her here:
- Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
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Stepping Into Edge
Today is all about orientation. Students moved into their residence halls, and have come to the Iowa Memorial Union to check into the Iowa Edge program. Before the first program at 3:30pm students and their families helped themselves to refreshments and moved around the room to learn about many resources at the Mini-info fair.
A huge thank you to our campus partners showed up to hand out materials to the students!
- The University of Iowa Libraries
- Center for Diversity & Enrichment
- Housing & Dining
- Student Disability Services
- Academic Support and Retention
- College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
- The University of Iowa Student Government
- Student Legal Services
- Student Health and Wellness
- Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
- Women's Action & Resource Center
- Henry B. Tippie College of Business
- Office of Student Financial Aid
- The University of Iowa Alumni Association
- International Student and Scholar Services (Study Abroad)
Afterwards, everyone was welcomed to the University of Iowa by Dr. Nadine Petty, the CDE's Director.
Not too long after that the edgers had the chance to be introduced to their Peer Leaders. Peer Leaders are trained to provide a person-centered, community-centered orientation to university life the week before classes begin for students who face challenging issues of transition. Iowa Edge peer leaders directly address and positively impact these students' rates of persistence, retention, and graduation. To learn more about the Peer Leaders please view the Peer Leaders tab on the Iowa Edge website.
At the student orientation Dean of Students Lyn Redington shared wise words, and welcomed edgers into the Hawkeye family. Soon after there was a flash mob, and no there's no video. However, if you are one of the cool people who follow us on snapchat I'm sure you've seen it already.
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Japanese Anki In Action (Let's Play)
I can explain Anki in a thousand ways. But what if there was a Let's Play (実況プレー) for studying Japanese with Anki? Yeah… I did just that.
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● In an effort to keep this "genuine," I left in mistakes. Yes, I make mistakes. And it's more fun to see me mess up than get a correct answer haha.
● There are some edits to remove the boring parts of the video. I try to keep in where I have interesting things to talk about.
● I still review RTK cards, despite having 0 handwriting practice elsewhere for years. I do this more for enjoyment and out of habit, but the lack of exposure means most mistakes I make are forgetting how to write a kanji from RTK.
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The Whip and Collar Driving Club held their fifth consecutive show on Monday, May 1, at Portmore Equestrian Centre and what a roaring success it was.
The weather was absolutely magnificent to match an ecstatic day's showing with over 100 entrants.
The first class up was the Welsh Pony and the winner was Gareth Bailie showing Lamar Twn Sion Cati who is a skilled horseman himself.
Next up was the Welsh Cobs with a strong class of five with the experienced Cleland Brothers taking first and second place with James Cleland showing Budore Sir Percy and David showing Budore Joseph. These majestic cobs are dazzling to watch.
The Kerry Bog class was won by Bog Flashy Lad owned by Stevie Pedlow, who organised sponsorship from the Kerry Bog Society along with a beautiful sash for the winner. The club is hugely indebted to him for all his help.
Traditional Cob class was a large class with 11 exhibits and what a splendid sight to see these cobs being shown in the indoor arena. First was Rosehall Alexander shown by John Weir. Rosehall Alexander was bred by local equestrian enthusiast Norman Brown who was present on the day.
Another superb In Hand class was the Open in Hand with 15 exhibits. The judge had an ardent task choosing a winner with so many super animals on display. Her winner was JCS Distinguished who put on a glowing display.
In Class 6 Novice any Vehicle the winner was Striplighter owned by Joe McAleese, Joe just shortly back purchasing his first hackney.
Class 7 had four of the best hackney ponies to be shown in Ireland with the winner being Heartland Advantage trained and exhibited by William Trimble. The Deputy Lord Mayor Mr Paul Greenfield was in attendance on the day and presented William Trimble with his trophy. Paul was really impressed with the show on the day and organisers were honoured to have him take time out of his busy schedule to attend.
The hackneys never fail to impress and the hackney horses had another four immaculately presented on the day, with the winner being Wentworth Moonraker owned and shown by Michael Hanlon. Second was Ludington Isabella owned by George Cunningham and exhibited by his niece the accomplished horsewoman Linda Skillen. The hackney champion winner was Heartland Advantage shown by William Trimble with Wentworth Moonraker shown by Michael Hanlon reserve. Mr Joey Peter from the famous Brookfield Hackney Stud in England presented the trophies to the Champion and Reserve.
The Light Trade class was won by Rosehall Alexander shown by John Weir who exhibited in quite a number of classes on the day. Showing is a family affair with John, Eileen and John jnr who are long passionate show attenders.
Next up was the Donkey Driving class and organisers were so pleased to have the donkeys and their handlers return again to the show this year. The winner was Firecracker shown by Ashley Brown.
The Heavy Trade class was won by Millcottage Clydesdale owned by Terry Mills. These gentle grand horses are a real pleasure to watch with their distinguished performances. John McDermott of Pipeline Services was second place in this class and gave a generous sponsorship to the club which was greatly appreciated.
Private Drive under 13.2 was won by Caomhe shown by Suzanne Acres who came from Co. Wicklow. Again the club are really appreciative of her and her team making the long journey to attend the indoor show. Private Drive over 13.2 was a strong class with the winner being Bellury Hostess shown by Jonathan Carnduff. Jonathan is on the Committee of the Whip and Collar Driving Club and has been very supportive in his sponsorship towards the running of the shows. Jonathan always gives a masterly performance with his impeccable stunning turnout.
Class 14 Country Cart was won by local man Alex Fawcett showing the beautiful free flowing Friesians which he always presents to a very high impressive standard.
Private Drive Champion was Bellury Hostess shown by Jonathan Carnduff, Reserve Van Persie shown by Val Good who is no stranger in the driving circles, Val making the journey from Dublin. Jonathan Carnduff has qualified for The Victoria Foods Championship to be held later in the year in England.
Concurs Elegance winner was Alex Fawcett showing his team of four Friesians. These horses put on an elegant, striking performance. Louise Presho presented the trophy in memory of her late husband Alex who was a talented exhibitor within the driving circles.
Another new class introduced this year was the Ladies Class which proved very popular and the winner was Caomhe shown by Suzanne Acres, putting on a flawless flashy performance. Exercise Vehicle under 13.2 was won by Milltown Boy shown by John Weir jnr. Milltown Boy is an outstanding pony who is a show veteran and never lets the Weir show team down. Second place went to Aghaderg Something Special shown by Lewis Magill and bred by local hackney breeder Paul Trimble of the Aghaderg Hackney Stud. Third was Just Jack owned by Fred Brodie. All three exhibits were sensational looking in this class.
Exercise Vehicle over 13.2 was won by Pinky shown by Joe McAleese. Exercise Champion was won by Ludo for Alex Fawcett, Reserve being Milltown Boy for John Weir, with the Weir family having fabulous results on the day.
Donkey working class in Traditional Dress was a delight to watch as the handlers were all dressed in traditional dress. The judge's winner was a young Caragh Cochrane showing Barney. Caragh made the job look so simple with the impressive way in which she was able to handle her donkey.
Club chairman Mr Joe Quigg (a highly prolific winner himself with both his hackney pony and hackney horse), made the presentation to this class.
The Pleasure Driving Class was won by Pinky shown for Joe McAleese by Chantelle Brown from England giving a skilful display.
The last class of the day was the Junior Whip with Felix winning this class for Ruari Creighton. Ruari is proving to be quite a keen talented driver.
A spokesperson said: "The Whip and Collar Driving Club would like to thank all their helpers and supporters for their dedication and hard work on the show day for making it such a resounding success. To Portmore Equestrian Centre for the use of the prestigious venue, also a special word of thanks to Armagh, Banbridge Craigavon Council for their funding which was a great help and encouragement to the club.
"A special thanks goes to our judges Jessica Dudley-Apecialle and Kelly Searle who done a magnificent job on the day. It was a privilege and an honour to have these two young ladies in attendance.
"Lastly, a massive thank you to all the sponsors and to Sean Cooney of Botanica who sponsored each Championship. Sean is a true professional and has a superb passion for his products."
For more details of the show and further events to be held follow the club on Facebook.


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With time comes change and we've clearly seen over the last few days. This can be especially said in the case of the politics of Pakistan where just recently Nawaz Sharif and his daughter Maryam Nawaz were sentenced to prison for 10 and 8 years respectively. This was the long awaited and also surprising outcome that took the country by surprise. The biggest smile and sense of satisfaction I think was coming from none other than the leader of PTI (Pakistan Tehreek- e- Insaaf) Imran Khan.
He and his party have been striving to promote freedom abolition of personal income tax and dismantling religious discrimination in Pakistan. One of the main things that had put a strong spotlight on the PTI is its ongoing involvement and influence in KPK and the things that have improved in KPK during PTI reign.
Imran Khan has sworn over the years to get rid of the clear corruption in our country and to induce new rules and outlook for the betterment of development in the years to come for Pakistan. Let's have a look at what the party has been able to do under his leadership. While most worry and even taunt the PTI is still where it was five years ago, there are those who say otherwise and also you can't completely deny the fact the party most definitely is not "where it started out to be".
Keeping in mind that K-P was once considered to be the most corrupt province Imran had promised before the elections that, if given the chance, he will wipe out corruption and so far, he seems to be on track:
Twenty-five new bills have been passed by the K-P assembly to date. The bill regarding the right to access to matters of information has been updated by the PTI giving the people of K-P the right to access all the information online.
There is also the major break trough where the Right to Service act has been implemented and acted upon where now the citizens have the right to ask questions about any public matter and government will be bound to answer that question in a prescribed time. The citizen can also file a complaint against officials who do not comply with the prescribed time-period.
The police has been made independent and it's been made clear that no political influence has been induced in its workings. This is a good step considering just how much the political parties have used this means to get by their works.
What's a world without this one small yet effective word and it looks like the PTI has been very firm on making sure that it has its existence acknowledged and implemented.
The Peshawar High Court has introduced a unique justice system in Pakistan through which the people of KPK and tribal areas, especially the distressed and poor segment of society, would get justice within hours. It's called the E-Citizens Grievance Redressal System.
The PHC can now receive complaints and applications just on a phone through the means of our Human Rights Directorate. Simple, Strong and most importantly Effective.
Medicine and treatment is now free in all government hospitals of K-P and the government has also launched a campaign called Sehat ka Insaaf that aims to fight against polio. So far, 1.3 million children have been immunised as part of this campaign.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has congratulated Imran Khan (a leader to be remembered for generations) on taking on a successful feat such as the anti-polio drive because a recent report showed that no case of polio have been seen in K-P after the campaign – that in itself is a big achievement for the party.
Education Reform by PTI
PTI has shown its plans to bring a fundamental change in education as well. The government has recruited up to a total number of 8000 teachers and that's not all 6000 more are on their way – all to be appointed by the NTS.
Education project plans of large size are underway as we speak in the city where the people can choose from a variety of professions and fields.
Independent monitoring systems have been introduced to ensure attendance of both teachers and students. It will monitor around 28000 schools in the province. The project was launched on April 16, 2014.
there is the Tameer e School plan started by the PTI government to raise funds for K-P schools that are in truly deplorable conditions and details of missing facilities in the schools are given online.
Donors can choose to fund a particular school and have the right to check if their funds are being used at the right place.
To be straight to the point this is just some of the miraculous work the Pakistan Tehreek e Insaaf and Imran Khan has made through all the dust that was left behind. It's also clear and safe enough to say that the storm they've brought is looking for its new destination.


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Piggybacking on previous releases with $teven Cannon, like their 2017 "Rocket Wrist" and "No Hook" (both Pt. 1 and 2), ROBMAKESBANGERS lays down a solid foundation for Cannon once again. The Xanarchy rapper's familiarity with the production style from their previous work together helps him walk over the beat with an audible confidence.
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I have always loved James 1:17:
"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change."
God is the giver of every good and perfect gift. What a beautiful thought!
It is interesting to think about in the context of the rest of the passage in which it sits, however. (Read James 1:12-18). What does God's giving nature have to do with trials? Or with temptation?


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This book very thoroughly addresses the critically important issues surrounding our water supply – water quality and pollution; waste treatment; the effects of population growth on demand; global warming and climate change and the resulting droughts, floods and conflicts; the intersection of water and power generation; privatization; governance, politics and economics. The book focuses on the United States with only minimal attention paid to the global situation. At more than 360 pages of fairly small print, it is a long read. The quality of the writing is average. Especially in the first half of the book, the author illustrates his points by describing specific situations in great historical detail – to the point of becoming a bit tedious (although that depends on your personal interest). The book would be very valuable for Americans interested in the details of how their systems of water management and flood-control function. However, for a non-American, I suspect there are better sources for a more global perspective on the principles involved. Even so, this book does provide an excellent overview of issues related to water, our most vital and precious resource.
This is a sobering, but fascinating, excursion into the politics and pitfalls of water policy. Prud'homme has excellent reportorial instincts which make the book vivid and compelling. He's obsessed with the topic, and he visited the majority of the sites he describes. I was impressed by his insistence on the complexity of the issues involved. The scale of the problems, especially in the U.S. is mind-boggling, and there are chilling examples of hubris, blindness and folly throughout. Reading it, I couldn't help but wonder about Canada, in general, and BC in particular. It came to my attention recently that our province has more boil water advisories than any other, and I know that many, if not most, First Nations reserves across the country don't have indoor toilets. Let's hope a Canadian writer of Prud'homme's caliber will be inspired to take up the challenge.
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I dated a man on-and-off-again for four years. I knew I should not be dating him. He did not share my dreams and goals. Our lives remained separate. I felt more like the mistress instead of his girlfriend because of all the responsibilities and projects on his plate.
I allowed this man to treat me badly because there was a strong connection. I was addicted to him and his drama.
For years, I put getting my business off the ground on my goal list for each year. Only I would never put in the effort necessary to accomplish it.
Why am I confessing these things? Because I allowed these things in my life.
I allowed the man to stay in my life because I did not think enough of myself to kick him out.
I allowed the days, months, years to go by without working on my business because I would rather be creating.
What we allow, we are agreeing with. We are agreeing to the consequences.
What are you allowing in your life? What are those things, people, places in your life that you are allowing even though you know they are not good for you?
Why are you allowing them? When are you going to let go of them?
For me, I had to change my why.
What life did envision myself living? If I continued to allow these things in my life, would I reach accomplish it? I needed to let go out those things. The man and the lack of focus.
In the case of the relationship, though, I couldn't end it on my own. If I did, which I had before, he would keep worming his way into my life. I knew it had to be his idea to end it.
I kept praying, "Lord, this battle is not mine but yours (2 Chronicles 20:15)."
It took a few months, but he walked out and never contacted me again.
What are you allowing? Whatever you are allowing is preventing you from moving onto the future you want.
Not strong enough? Let God help.
Why not make the decision to let go of those things, those people, those places today?
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