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A coalition of 49 investors representing $2 trillion in assets, including investments in companies that operate in Canada's oil sands, Monday called on those companies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other environmental impacts of their operations.
"We recognize the economic significance of the resource but are concerned that the current approach … threatens the long-term viability of the oil sands as an investment," the investors say in a report to Canada's Oil Sands Innovation Alliance, or COSIA, an industry-led group formed last spring. The investors prepared the report with Ceres, a coalition that advocates for economic and environmental sustainability in business practices.
COSIA CEO Dan Wicklum issued a statement that said his organization is focused on "enabling the responsible development of the oil sands while accelerating the pace of environmental performance improvement through collaborative action and innovation."
He said the organization's member companies want to meet public expectations and will work to improve their environmental performance.
"We will listen to stakeholders and respond. We look forward to understanding Ceres' positions more clearly," Wicklum said. "We may not agree on all points but we look forward to having the opportunity to engage. We welcome their input."
COSIA was formed by 12 companies involved in production in Canada's oil sands, with the stated goal of more quickly improving the environmental record of production there.
Peyton Fleming, a spokesman for Ceres, said Monday's proposal from investors isn't intended as a threat.
Instead, he said, the investors — signatories include representatives of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System, the California State Teachers Retirement System and Walden Asset Management — are concerned that failure to move quickly will create a risk for investors, as regulators in the United States and Canada could shut down production over environmental concerns.
The investors also call for full consultation with Canadian First Nation tribes and other communities affected by oil sands projects.

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The Top 5 Technologies that Will Impact the Multifamily Industry in 2013
Well, 2012 has come and gone, and I think it's safe to say this has been an amazing year for technology in the multifamily industry. We continue to adopt new and exciting ways to drive customer engagement and interest while continuing to look for ways to optimize net operating income. We are only beginning to scratch the surface of what's possible. I have no doubt that 2013 will be an even greater opportunity to expand how we use technology in this industry. Without further ado, here are the top five technologies that I feel will have a major impact on the way we do business in the new year.
1. Mobile Devices
Mobile technology is changing the multifamily industry, ready or not. It all starts with the prospect and more prospects are searching for apartments using their mobile devices than ever before. Property management companies know that they have to reach the next generation of renter's or risk losing them to their competition. If you aren't already leveraging mobile, it's time to get in the game.
After a prospect has become a renter, the mobile experience doesn't stop there. From online payments to mobile maintenance requests, your entire strategy needs to align with the needs of today's resident. Now in the second decade of the 21st century, mobile usage continues to surpass desktop. It's time for the entire industry to evolve along with its customers.
2. Local Data
Over the years local search has evolved from print yellow pages, to Internet listing services, and now the focus shifts again as more consumers do geographic specific searches for properties. The multifamily industry has always been local in its origins, and now must match focus to adapt in 2013.
A nationwide portfolio still needs representation on the local level, and that starts with good local data. Understanding variable pricing models based on geography is key, which allows you to target renters in different regions based on buying habits. If you are pricing on intuition as well as segmenting your portfolio based on size and not leveraging local data, you are missing a key ingredient.
3. Reputation Management
A few years ago Google coined the term "Zero Moment of Truth" or ZMOT for short. It speaks to a new moment of truth, where everyone from prospects to possible business partners examines your online reputation to see if you are trustworthy. Everything from social media to bad reviews is on the table, and the Internet won't hold anything back.
It's time to quit hiding under a rock and understand that some people aren't going to be your friend when it comes to online content. In 2013 there is more information out there than ever, and some of it won't be pretty. Facing your critics head on is the first step in setting the record straight.
In a world where software can examine what everyone in the world is saying about you in any given moment, you need to have a proactive strategy for protecting the most valuable asset you have, your reputation.
4. Rich Media
Can you think of the last time a piece of text went "viral?" My point exactly! Regardless of the industry, consumers are demanding more rich media. More videos, more pictures, and more engagement across everything you publish. If you aren't engaging people with original and amazing content, why would they pay attention to you?
It's clear from recent acquisitions by Google, Facebook, and Twitter that the future isn't in text-based content, it's in high resolution images and videos. How the multifamily industry adapts will largely depend on their ability to incorporate rich media into their marketing, which will in turn affect their search relevancy to prospective renters.
5. Big Data
Bringing it home with big data! This is the ace that trumps every other opinion in the room. Data doesn't have an opinion and it doesn't have an agenda. It is just right, every time. If you empower data, it will tell you which markets to get into, which assets are performing the best, and which areas of your business need improvement. There are more data stream coming online each day including everything from social media engagement, mobile location data, and author rank.
The problem isn't gathering the data; it's knowing how to analyze and manipulate it. Most property management companies already have a wealth of information within arm's reach; they just don't know how to translate data into actions that impact net operating income. Wall Street has an old adage that cash is king. For multifamily in 2013 and beyond, big data is king.
Do you agree with these choices? What technologies do you see impacting the multifamily industry in 2013?


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It's been a tumultuous week for Sony Pictures in the USA, as terror threats from an aggressive hacker group led to a decision by the company to delay the upcoming theatrical release of The Interview, a comedy about a talk show host who is assigned to kill North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un. On the other side of the Atlantic, however, it looks like smooth sailing (literally) for Spectre, the next chapter in Sony's James Bond franchise.
There was real reason for concern about Spectre after hacked e-mails revealed that the film's budget had expanded past the $300 million mark and there was concern among studio executives about the strength of its third act. Furthermore, reports have emerged that numerous Sony projects have been forced to put production on hold due to the server hacks making it impossible for the company to process payments - a setback that, if it had affected Spectre, could only have worsened the budget situation.
Luckily it seems that the hacks haven't been able to stop MI6, as there have been numerous sightings and set photos of Daniel Craig filming on location in London this week. ITV and ComingSoon both have pictures of Craig and co-star Rory Kinnear (who plays MI6 Chief of Staff Bill Tanner) speeding serenely down the River Thames, near the MI6 building, and along Regent's Canal in Camden.
It's possible that the original reports of filming disruption may have been exaggerated, especially since these pictures from London fit with Sony's insistence that "productions have not been halted and are moving forward."
The fact that Spectre had its script leaked makes speculating about the plot and characters (one of Screen Rant's favorite hobbies) a lot less fun, but here's the official synopsis:
"A cryptic message from Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE."
Director Sam Mendes has said that Spectre will wrap up some of the unfinished themes that he introduced in Skyfall, but the 24th installment in the James Bond series will also introduce its share of new characters. Among them are Christoph Waltz as one of the movie's villains, Guardians of the Galaxy star Dave Bautista as henchman Mr. Hinx and Andrew Scott (Sherlock) as "C," the head of MI5.
Spectre's production might not be going as smoothly as it would have without the hacking attack on Sony, but it's heartening to see filming carrying on as normal. And if the film does as well as Skyfall, which grossed over $1.1 billion at the worldwide box office, the studio should be able to reap back that rising budget next fall.
Spectre will hit theaters on November 6th, 2015.
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Iron Roost Chalkboard Wall
About a year ago we posted about our process for hanging menu boards at Iron Roost, a local waffle shop. A few months ago they reached out to us to give their chalkboard wall an update.
When you first enter Iron Roost you're welcomed by a chalkboard wall listing specials, drinks, soups, and other interesting events or information. Most of this content would change daily or weekly, but there was also more permanent content such as a "Please order at the counter" section. The content that changed often needed a frame and header so Iron Roost could write in the specials, but the more permanent content could be illustrative and decorative. The goals of the new designs were to better utilize the wall space and make the wall feel more cohesive with the hanging menus we did for them previously.
The process didn't change much from the previous menu boards we did for them. Iron Roost had an idea of the different sections they wanted, so we sketched a few iterations of each section to see what did and didn't work. The biggest challenge for this wall was that there were very specific measurements for each section of the wall. For the hanging menu boards, each board was separate so drawing in guides was a bit easier. For the wall, everything was done on-site on one large wall so adding all the guides and measurements was a big part of the project.
Because this was done on-site, we had a limited time to finish the wall. Luckily, Iron Roost was closed for the week to get ready for the Summer rush. This worked out great because it allowed us to work without being in the way of any customers. It also kept us from getting any chalk dust in their delicious waffles!
We're really happy with how the final wall turned out. Our favorite section is the Local Partners section. It showcases all the local businesses and farms Iron Roost partners with through an illustrative infographic.
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Some Very Practical Stuff
"…follow not that which is evil, but that which is good…" III John 1:11
(In the course of human events in the church, it becomes necessary to dispense with the vague and flowery talk and hit problems head on. These are practical words that get straight to the point.)
There are many things that we believe, teach and practice that come directly from the Word of God. Murder, adultery, stealing and other sins are clearly forbidden in scripture. There are other things, however, that are found in principle, even though they are not mentioned directly. Smoking, gambling, body piercing, worldly dancing are a few examples of a variety of activities that can be judged as sinful because they violate principles of godliness. Whenever we are unsure of something, we simply have to look at where a certain practice will lead us, even though it does not seem wrong at the time, i.e. questionable music, clothing styles, etc. This is why the Apostle John said "…follow not that which is evil…" Anyone who follows evil, even if at a great distance, will end up in something he or she never anticipated. Therefore, we must make a practice of following the right leader!
"Follow…that which is good." Even as there is implied evil to avoid, there is unspoken good to practice. While the Bible is filled with righteous principles, there are some areas that require the insight of a spiritual leader. If this were not true, the ministry of the pastor would be largely unnecessary. Sometimes we must preach and teach in a practical way, using a down-to-earth vocabulary, because we want people to go to heaven and we want the church to fulfill its mission on earth. Here are a few practical things that I am convinced are vital to be a good saint and to have a good church.
Attend church regularly . Pastors pray, meditate and study for their messages with the saints of the church in mind. Anyone who misses church cannot get the necessary spiritual food. Media evangelists, books by the most popular Christian authors, tapes from campmeeting or preaching conference, or spiritual magazines do not compensate for coming to church.
Pay your tithes . Tithing is not optional or payable only at our convenience. Believers who have a positive income have a responsibility to pay a tenth to God. We cannot enjoy God's blessings unless we also honor God's Word in tithing. (And please do not write checks on overdrawn accounts just to feel like you have paid your tithes. Returned checks cost your church money.) Also, when you make a pledge, pay it…on time!
Be faithful in ministry . If you are going to sing or play an instrument, don't be a "hit-and-miss" kind of person. When God gives you a ministry, you ought to take it seriously. Teaching in the Sunday School, ushering, greeting, driving vans and doing custodial work require faithful commitment as well. Pastors cannot operate a quality organization without everybody being on the job, doing their job faithfully. When you volunteer for something, show up! Anything you do for God ought to be done with excellence.
Don't gossip . Some people get a perverse pleasure out of tale bearing … until they become the object of the gossip. Idle talk is destructive, it damages reputations and undermines the general morale of people. And don't be roped into feuds. What seems like somebody's worthy cause will end up splattering mud on you. Also, the flip side of the gossiping tongue is the listening ear. The best way to frustrate an old gossiper is to refuse to listen!
Learn how to behave in church . We Pentecostals encourage demonstrative worship, but not unspiritual movement. Constant moving around, running in and out and other distractions make a church service chaotic. The church is not a sports arena, a cinema or a gymnasium. Unless you have a health problem, sit still. Also, we want our children to pray. When children come to the altars, however, it should be to pray, or at least be respectful. The altars are not to be turned into romper rooms. And may God deliver us from the gum-chewers, cookie-crumblers, picture-passers, nail-clipperers, hymnal-destroyers, paper-rattlers, conversation-holders, cat-nappers, checkbook-balancers and baby-entertainers!
I'm not just venting. I strongly believe that standards for excellence in the church must be established and rigorously followed. The more seriously you make your spiritual life and the more scriptural order you build into the church, the greater the results will be. The practical stuff paves the way for the spiritually powerful events to happen.


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Hello, guys!
Time for a book review.
Okay, just so you guys know, I never read Amish fiction. I just don't. But I got this book to review, so I read it and will review it today.
Here's a little about The Winnowing Season by Cindy Woodsmall.
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"The tornado that devastated Kings' Orchard pushed Rhoda, Samuel, and Jacob to make a new start in Maine. Are they strong enough to withstand the challenges of establishing an Amish community—and brave enough to face the secrets that move with them?
On the eve of their departure to begin a new Old Order Amish community outside of Unity, Maine, Rhoda Byler is shocked to discover that choices made by her business partner and friend, Samuel King, have placed her and her unusual gifts directly into the path of her district's bishop and preachers. She is furious with Samuel and is fearful that the Kings will be influenced by the way her leaders see her, and not what they know to be true—that Rhoda's intuition is a gift from God.
Jacob King won't be swayed by community speculation. He loves Rhoda, believes in her, and wants to build a future with her in Maine. But when the ghosts of his past come calling and require him to fulfill a great debt, can he shake their hold before it destroys what he has with Rhoda? Samuel has a secret of his own—one he'll go to great lengths to keep hidden, even if it means alienating those closest to him. Throwing himself into rehabilitating the once-abandoned orchard, Samuel turns to a surprising new ally.
Book 2 of the Amish Vines and Orchards series asks: can the three faithfully follow God's leading and build a new home and orchard in Maine? Or will this new beginning lead to more ruin and heartbreak?"
Here's what I thought:
This book was okay. I don't like to bash books, but this book just wasn't quite my thing. Really, though, if you like Amish books, you may like it. (I have nothing against Amish books, I just don't typically read them myself.)
It had an interesting premise and a kind of love triangle between Rhoda and the King brothers. It was about two Amish families starting a new home in Maine, where no other Amish are, and dealing with their pasts even though they arrived somewhere new.
The characters were interesting as well as the plot. I think if you enjoy this type of book, it will be a good choice for you.
I understand that it's just a matter of tastes, and I decided Amish fiction probably isn't my favorite genre after reading my first Amish book. No offense to the author (who did a wonderful job) or readers who enjoy Amish fiction.
So, what do you think? Have you read any Amish fiction before?
Monday, August 12, 2013
Book Review Monday: The Winnowing Season
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- CortneyAugust 12, 2013 at 10:57 AM
I have never read an entire Amish book, and I don't think I will. Just like you said, it's just not a genre that I like to read.ReplyDeleteReplies
Yeah, I can understand that. It wasn't a bad book though!Delete
I didn't even know such a thing existed! :DReplyDelete
Guess it would be a different sort of read than I'm used to.Replies
They used to be everywhere, Nathan. I like to call them the "vampire books of Christian fiction". ;)Delete
It was interesting.
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Picnic At The Park & A Family Time Out/
You know when the afternoon starts to slowly strip down into evening? Dinner is being made and your kids are whining, fighting and so tired they can't see straight. Your partner can't seem to do that one thing you need, mostly because you yourself don't know exactly what you need. So you end up storming through the kitchen trying to do everything. Finish up dinner, pick up toys, entertain the kids. I was in the midst of this whirlwind last week and at the last minute, just shy of ripping my hair out I announced, "We are going for a picnic at the park!"
Both of my redheads looked at me like I was insane. Mila heard the word park and then started to repeat it as a question "park?" "park?" "PARK?" So it was set, once dinner was packed up to go we were headed to the park to enjoy some fresh air. Simply because I had enough of whatever I was feeling inside my home and my family as a whole just needed a time out. Has anyone ever been there before? Brimming with exhaustion mixed with a hint of insanity. I remember my mom having these moments and when shit hit the fan my sister, brother and I would stand still and try not to laugh. We would definitely think "Mom is on one again…" Which now I understand, my mom just needed a moment. A refresh. A change of scenery to get a grip and continue. We've all been there. It may look different on some people. Ok, it may look a bit more graceful on others. I know I'm a tad impulsive … but I get the job done.
I packed up our dinner which consisted of marinated flank steak, rice, garlic edamame beans and soy glazed wontons. Of course, something leaked and got everywhere. We only brought one drink and not enough napkins. (I need to invest in a picnic basket) Though once we were all at the park eating together on our blanket, things seemed to stand still for a moment. We enjoyed each other and Mila was thrilled about eating outside. She kept jumping up and walking around then coming back for more bites of food. There was a cool breeze that swept over us. It felt amazing, we were outside and people surrounded us at the park, yet we felt like were in our own little bubble. When I say time stood still I mean, I was able to really step back and take a look at us. In that moment I looked at us eating together and laughing. I looked at Dan and I and the way we longingly looked at Mila. Enjoying her every move and celebrating her. Our eyes searching for some sign from Ryan. Always searching for a sign to spark a memory or something somewhere to show he is with us. Because to be honest, saying he is with us and we feel him in our hearts just isn't enough. We want to see something sometimes.
Is he here? Of course he is, but where? Here, he is here. I wish I could see him.
At some point after dinner we let Mila roam around and she took off running. She kept glancing back at us but moving forward. Babbling to herself, laughing. In the moment I told Dan she just loves to keep walking and not have us hold her hand. But maybe she was running with someone we couldn't see? Maybe her laughs were in response to someone making her laugh? Or maybe she just loves to be free and thought it was funny to run away from us? Or maybe that was that something I'd been yearning to see. My little ones interacting on some heavenly level. (You can think I am crazy, it is ok)
I will tell you this, uprooting your evening routine and taking it outside will do your family some good. I promise. Your little ones can let off steam. You and your partner can reset and have conversations centered around something new. Smiles and laughs will erupt and decimate whatever angst that was brewing at home. If you feel at your wits end, take it all outside and let it go. It will help, I promise. Now I'm thinking, when Mila is older will she hold in her laughs as I once did when my own mother looses it and demands a picnic? Most likely! Will she later understand it all, I hope so. Being a mother is the best job there is, but also comes with a ton of self-sacrifice and thankless moments. It is only natural to feel burdened with emotions. Sometimes those emotions bubble up and make us do wacky things.
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Love, Cavs look to contain Pistons' frontcourt duo
Kevin Love knows the Cleveland Cavaliers have to do a much better job containing the Detroit Pistons' frontcourt duo of Blake Griffin and Andre Drummond.
The Cleveland Cavaliers will try to avert getting swept in the four-game season series when they host the Pistons on Monday.
Griffin is averaging 20.7 points, 9.7 rebounds and 5.7 assists against the Cavaliers this season, while Drummond has posted averages of 20.7 points, 16.0 rebounds and 1.7 blocks in those games.
Their averages would be even higher if both hadn't sat out of the fourth quarter of the last meeting, a 129-93 blowout on the Cavaliers' home floor March 2. Love, the Cavs' top player, sat out that game.
"Got to keep those two monsters off the glass, keep them as far away from the basket as we can," he said. "We need that communication, and we need to play extremely physical against them, because that's how they play."
Cleveland (17-53) has dropped three straight, including a 121-116 road loss to Dallas on Saturday. That allowed the Mavericks, who shot 51.1 percent, to snap a seven-game losing streak.
"We have so many no-pass or one-pass shots. I think our ball movement and our energy is huge for us," Love said. "But on top of that, we've got to get stops. I think we took a huge step back defensively. When we're not scoring that ball, it's almost like we've giving up on the defensive end."
Dallas scored 66 first-half points and led by as much as 21 in the second quarter before Cleveland staged a belated rally.
"We kept pushing the ball, gave ourselves a chance," said Love, who had 22 points, 12 rebounds and four assists. "But we just got down too early, and that was just too much of a cushion for them."
Rookie point guard Collin Sexton is finishing the season strong. The lottery pick is averaging 26.4 points and 3.3 assists in the past five games. He had 28 points, four assists and no turnovers in 38 minutes against the Mavericks.
The Pistons (36-33) have won two straight and will be kicking off a five-game road trip, with the final four out west. They defeated Toronto 110-107 on Sunday behind Griffin's 25 points. Drummond was also solid with 15 points and 17 rebounds.
The Raptors have the second-best record in the Eastern Conference, but Detroit swept the three-game season series. Now, the Pistons can't afford a letdown against one of the league's weakest clubs.
"We've done a good job of stepping up to the challenge but wins are wins," Griffin said. "If you don't face a team in the playoffs, it's just experience. They're a good team, have a lot of great players and we've done a good job against them."
Coach Dwane Casey had a similar message.
"It was huge, just our composure and mental toughness that you have to have, but we can't just have it tonight," he said. "We can't get excited just for the night. Our whole thing is being consistent, whether it's Brooklyn, Miami, Toronto or Cleveland. Whoever it is, that's the approach we've got to have."
--Field Level Media
Updated March 18, 2019


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Recently our founder and CEO Jason Weber wrote an article which was published in The Register Guard, a top Oregon newspaper headquartered in Eugene. The piece titled "FDA Rule Lets Big Tobacco Crush Vape Products" discusses the fact that some 5,500 Oregonians are expected to die from the effects of smoking within a year. Jason also details the cumbersome and complex regulations and processes that vape manufacturers must follow based on the expanded "deeming rule" which extended the FDA's regulatory authority since February 15, 2007.
We have found that the majority of vapers don't follow the battle surrounding vaping and the Federal government very closely. In fact, in our experience even many vape shop owners and industry manufacturers don't put much effort into protecting and safeguarding the vaping industry of which they are a part of. Furthermore, even though vaping has been proven in study after study to be the most effective and safest stop smoking technology to come along since the smoking death epidemic was scientifically proven, the FDA has continued to make vaping the next evil that they are going to fight. Have you ever wondered why?
Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act
To better understand what vaping is up against, it is first important to understand the legal foothold that is impacting the industry, current smokers and those who have made the switch to the safer alternative that is vaping. We will break down some of the important details on this legislation below in order to help you get a good picture of where we are now, then later we will cover the anticipated effects on not only the industry but you the vaper.
Understanding the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act:
Signed into law: June 22, 2009
Short description: The law gives the FDA power to further regulate tobacco and requires new warning labels on tobacco advertising and packaging. The intent of the law was to further discourage smoking by minors and young adults. It banned flavored cigarettes and more importantly required tobacco companies to get FDA approval for new tobacco products.
Vaping related constraints: The so-called "deeming rule" of the law includes all new products that were "deemed" to be tobacco or tobacco related products since February 15, 2007. This included electronic nicotine delivery systems, known as e-cigarettes or vaporizers.
The Effects On Vaping
Under the new rules, vaping and e-cigarette related U.S. businesses have been required to jump through many hoops and also comply with substantial and cumbersome regulations. For example, vape products and eliquid manufacturers were required to file complex applications with the FDA for pre-approval of all new tobacco products, while existing cigarette brands are exempt from submitting an application and are allowed to be sold without changes to the products' content.
Additionally, the act of federally deeming non-tobacco products as tobacco products has opened up Pandora's box at the state level. This has opened the door for states across the country to easily sway legislators and the public that vaping and smoking are one in the same, or at least that vaping is just as hazardous and therefore has to be both regulated further while also being taxed excessively. We have seen this happening in Oregon with the recent 21 age law passed last year and the talk of taxation of vaping products at levels that would be absurd in any other industry.
Ironically this new proposed rule makes safer tobacco-free vape products more difficult to compete with far more hazardous cigarette products. Why? The application process that has been proposed would cost $300,000 per product and per product variation. The effects of this would certainly force most eliquid manufacturers out of business. Big Tobacco would easily be able to afford the expensive application process, while more than 95% of vaping industry businesses would not. Opening the door for big tobacco to destroy an entire industry overnight.
When you realize the threat of a stop smoking technology that is proven safe and far more effective than anything put out by big pharma, things become clear. When you understand that millions of smokers can now easily quit smoking and have a direct impact on the revenues that state and federal governments receive from big tobacco, you might start to see the motivation behind this. When you get the fact that big tobacco is losing their U.S. customer base at a record pace, and that they are diving into the e-cig space faster than a fly to you know what, you're finally seeing through the smoke and mirrors. Vaping is a threat to two major American industries, and of course the addiction that our government has to their money from those industries.
A Dire Warning To Vapers
The point is this… without a change to the FDA's new rule, millions of American consumers will be encouraged, if not forced to return to smoking. If vapor products are pushed into obscurity by the FDA, big tobacco, big pharma and overwhelming regulatory expense, the gains that have been made in providing real solutions for smokers will have been lost.
If you vape this should be something that is extremely troubling to you. In fact, if you vape and are not involved with the ongoing attacks on vaping, you should be. Join the American Vaping Association at https://vaping.org/ and get involved with The Consumer Advocates for Smoke-free Alternatives Association (CASAA) at http://www.casaa.org/ and make a difference for yourself and your future!


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Few must-haves for all your road trips
Do not forget to pack these essentials while you are going on a road trip
Before you set out for the adventurous road trip on your holidays, it is imperative to carry certain things to make your life easier. A grooming kit, adequate liquids and insurance are the most important, suggest experts. Saunak Ghosh, Chief Marketing Officer at OneAssist Consumer Solutions Pvt Ltd, and Akshali Shah, Senior Vice President, Strategy, Sales and Marketing, Parag Milk Foods Ltd, have listed a few must-haves.
1. Backpack: When you're constantly tossing bags in and out of the car, they better be able to handle plenty of abuse. Certain bags available in the market are made in such a way that they sustain in all kind of weathers and situations.
2. Personal care kit: It takes extra amount of care to keep yourself well-groomed and hygienic. Always stay hygienic and carry the essential personal care kit on your road trip.
3. Hydration: Road trips in summer bring a lot of excitement and a need to keep our bodies energised and hydrated. Summer is the perfect time to try out different hydration drinks. Flavoured milk or buttermilk can be your helpful companions on the journey as it keeps you away from dehydration and gives instant energy, without compromising on the taste.
4. Insurance: Insuring your travel is something you would feel is unnecessary but you never know that taking a chance on it might become the biggest mistake committed. It is also advisable to insure your priced possessions like your phone, laptop, wallet, debit/credit/ATM cards. Usually taking insurance creates an image of a tedious office, hours of wait and long queues. But with protection and assistance services platforms you can do it within no time and insure all your possessions.
5. Spare chargers and powerbanks: Always arm yourself with spare chargers and powerbanks for worst case scenarios.
6. Emergency and first aid kit: Always have a first aid kit in your car. Also, keep a check on everything which is inside the first aid box and upgrade whenever you see the necessity. An emergency kit should contain battery booster cables, two light sticks, reflective vest, emergency rain poncho, warning triangle, whistle, tyre pressure gauge and window breaker.
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A game about organizing your inventory? Shoutscion's Jack and Casie was intriguing enough for Bill to back on Kickstarter, and now they're talking about the game on this week's podcast. Meanwhile, Brandon Shockney returns for a slight variation of Screenwatching when we discuss Parks and Recreation and the board game Cones of Dunshire! Screenwatching: Parks and Recreation (1:25) Interview: Shoutscion (13:52) Bill's Magic Minute (37:30)


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The required courses for the Bachelor of Science (B.S) degree in Statistics are listed in the following pages. All students are required to develop working knowledge and skills in the computers, scientific and statistical computing.
- Curriculum
Undergraduate curriculum.pdf (Update: 28/11/2017)
- Minor Program
This program is designed for students of non-statistical background.
Preliminary courses required for admission:
MATH 119 Calculus I or equivalent
MATH 120 Calculus II or equivalent
MATH 260 Basic Linear Algebra or equivalent
STAT 156 Statistical Methods or equivalent
Compulsory Courses
STAT 203 Probability I
STAT 204 Probability II
STAT 303 Mathematical Statistics I
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text: posted by Lauren Alex and Amanda got married on Amanda's parents' property. The whole day was truly a family affair. The food, the cake + desserts, the decor, the flowers, the ceremony ... everything was lovingly made/constructed/hosted by friends and family which made the details and the setting extra special. To top it off, the groom Alex, is an old family friend so we got to be around some of our own loved ones throughout the day as well. Thank you Alex, Amanda and family for a beautiful day and for treating us like guests! We hope you love these photos as much as we do.


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In the latest sign of the times R&I and two dozen other Reed titles will be discontinued. We received years of great service from James McMurray for our advertising program. We'd like to thank Jim and wish him success. He has to be the hardest working guy in the ad business. Look for our ads in Restaurant Hospitality and other industry pubs going forward.
Archive for April, 2010
Restaurants & Institutions magazine discontinues circulationApril 26th, 2010
10 Best Family-Friendly Chain RestaurantsApril 26th, 2010
The following list comes from Parents magazine. We're proud to see customers of ours on the list, and that we played a part in helping them win this recognition. Hats off for their hard work accommodating kids:
10 Claim Jumper
9 Denny's
8 P.F. Chang's China Bistro
7 The Old Spaghetti Factory
6 Red Robin
5 Chili's Grill & Bar
4 Uno Chicago Grill
3 Mimi's Cafe
2 Souplantation/Sweet Tomatoes
1 Legal Sea Foods
Meet us at the National Restaurant Show (Chicago), May 22-25, 2010April 25th, 2010
We'll be in booth 131. Look for us to introduce new products and concepts that, like usual, haven't been done before. To register for the show use this official show link: http://show.restaurant.org/NRA10/public/Content.aspx?ID=324&sortMenu=101000. It's the can't-miss show of the year for the Foodservice industry.
We look forward to meeting you there!
Name businesses/restaurants where you've seen Classy Kid Products like placemats, cups and crayons.April 25th, 2010
Where are you as a diner encountering our products? We supply the market as manufacturers and sometimes sell direct, so we don't always know who our products are resold to. In addition to chains like Shari's and BJ's, where are you seeing them? Are there some restaurants where you've seen our products in use that you want to call out with a pat on the back for doing a great job? Please do!
Name a business/restaurants that really needs our products!April 25th, 2010
Have you visited a restaurant that didn't provide for kids but needs to? Tell us about it. Any details you have handy like location and phone number are appreciated. Maybe they just don't know what we have available and need to take a look at our website, www.FamilyHospitality.com.
(Webmasters, see about our affiliate program at http://www.familyhospitality.com/affiliatelogin.cgi)
Thanks for your support. Let's make waiting and outings more fun for kids!
Welcome to our new site!April 10th, 2010
We're hard at work to bring you a better online experience. New sections of our site give (and will give more) information that you can use to make the dining out experience that much more enjoyable for the family. Added security features, an integrated look, and a wider selection of products make buying products smoother and more pleasant. New integration on the back end helps us be more efficient and faster at what we do. And of course we have added a blog and Facebook account. Come on in and take a look around. Stay a while and come back regularly. There will always be something new!


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California Dreaming;
verb. 1) to be in a state of escape, a fairy tale-like-mindset, hoping or wishing for a specific outcome that may or may not happen.
California Dreaming is the debut series by Australian photographer, Jacqui Wilkins. Celebrating the spectacular raw beauty of the Joshua Tree and Californian Desert, the collection showcases rugged rock formations, stark desert landscapes and dramatic geology that has become synonymous with the Joshua Tree National Park.
The works are the result of an intimate journey for Jacqui and her husband, Steve. While holidaying in California in 2016, they drove through the desert in their American muscle car from the Parker Hotel in Palm Springs to Joshua Tree; where the high Mojave desert meets the low Colorado desert. In 40-degree heat, Jacqui captured the breathtaking backdrop, from dawn to dusk, of what would later become her first exhibition of work.
California Dreaming is a limited edition series, showcasing 17 unique images.
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Friday, April 12, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Hotel Winneshiek, Decorah
Join us as we celebrate our 15th annual seminar for area women!
Keynote Presentation
"Money Matters: Master Your Money at Any Age"
Presented by Nanette Joell (Joey) Beech
Late morning plenary session on the Scandinavian concepts of simplifying and decluttering.
Closing session on volunteering time and talent to impact your community.
Cost: $30—Bring a friend and you each save $5 !
All paid registrants will receive a complimentary copy of A Girl's Guide to Personal Finance, written by our keynote speaker. Those in attendance will also have an opportunity to win copies of Decluttering at the Speed of Life: Winning Your Never-Ending Battle with Stuff by Dana K. White. Special thanks to Decorah Bank & Trust for sponsoring these great resource books for our participants!
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There's always a first time to everything. I've noticed that my way of coping with heartbreak is to leave and just go somewhere. So this is my first time traveling on my own, and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made.
I've always wanted to go to Japan, mainly because of the food. It was a place where convenience is important and people value discipline. Life is quite easy in Japan. The food is good and the culture is present. I used to think I couldn't possibly go there alone, but good thing something pushed me to finally do it. Not waiting for people, not waiting for other decisions to be made, I just did it.
Let me share with you how I winged it in Japan alone. First, there was the airfare. I use skyscanner.com when looking for cheap flights. Luckily, I found a round-trip flight with Jetstar for only Php 13,703 with added 10kg check-in baggage on my way home. I know there are other cheaper flights out there, especially when airlines have their promos. Just do take note that some of these airlines don't land in Kansai Airport (Osaka's Airport). You can find the airport train station just outside after you go through the travel booths. It's located just across the bridge.
Second, your Japan Visa. Now, this is the part where it gets kind of lengthy. I got my Japan Visa with the help of Reli Tours (Megamall Branch). I needed to get a tourist visa, which is also referred to as a 1-B Tourist Visa with No Guarantor because I was paying for the trip myself. If you're planning to go to Japan ALONE, I suggest you start saving up money in your bank account first, because one of the requirements for getting a Japan visa is a bank certificate. You will need a reasonable amount in your account for your visa to be approved. Since I was alone, I tried saving up to 50k on my account just to be sure. One of the requirements for getting a visa is a birth certificate, which I requested from NSO (Php 315). Once you submit all the other requirements to your chosen agency, in my case Reli tours, you need to pay Php 950 for the handling fee. I will break down the full process of getting a Japan Visa with a Philippine Passport soon on another blog post.
Next was a place to stay. Since I was on a budget, I opted for a traveler's hostel. I chose ARK Hostel because it was very convenient to places I wanted to go to and it's really adorable! I booked with them via booking.com and my four days three nights stay cost me only Php 4,505. That's not so bad. I cannot recommend this hostel enough. I have everything I needed. The bathrooms were nice and clean. There's a common area and a kitchen. There are lockers you can use and a computer too. Best part was I met new friends because of this hostel! 🙂
I wanted a hassle-free way to go around, so I purchased the 3-day use of the Kansai Thru Pass via Klook for only Php 2,339 and it was a charm indeed. The Kansai Thru Pass can be used on trains and buses within the Kansai area. Do take note that this pass can't be used on JR lines. It was very helpful that it can also be used from Kansai Airport to Namba Station using the Nankai Line.
Another thing I know I needed was internet connection. I knew I was going to get lost somehow and google maps would be my only hope. My friend recommended that I rent the Pupuru pocket WiFi. I rented 4-days use of Pupuru pocket WiFi, which cost me around Php 1,840. It was indeed helpful to have wifi wherever you go. You pick up the pocket wifi at the airport. On your last day of rental, you just drop it on one of the red mailboxes you can find around Japan. Return packet with address is already provided.
Here's the breakdown of the essentials:
- Round Trip Flight via Jetstar from MNL to KIX – Php 13,703
- Visa Handling Fee + Birth Certificate – Php 1,265
- ARK Hostel Stay 4 Days and 3 Nights – Php 4,505
- Kansai Thru Pass for 3 days via Klook – Php 2,339
- Pupuru Pocket WiFi 4 Days – Php 1,840
Total of Php 23,652
Now all you need is an itinerary and your pocket money. I'm a person who doesn't like planning so I kind of just went with the flow. There were places I had in mind that I wanted to visit, though my four days wasn't enough for all of them. So here are the places I got to visit.
Osaka Castle
This wasn't really part of my plan but it was nice that I got to go here too. I met a friend in my hostel and we went there together. You need to get ready for the long walk to reach the actual castle because it's really in the middle part of the compound. It was quite far from the nearest train station. There are food stalls before you enter, and you can find the famous green tea ice cream in there. The area of Osaka Castle is very calm and serene. You can sit by the benches and enjoy the view from the outside, or you can opt to buy a ticket to enter the castle.
Now, this is my favorite part of all, lots and lots of food! You go to Dotonbori to eat and to shop. In my case, I was really just there to eat. From takoyaki to okonomiyaki, to ramen and gyoza. You need like a whole day to explore this place. Try as many as you can. The famous shopping place called Don Quijote can be found here. I bought so much stuff to bring home that I couldn't fit all of them in my luggage anymore. The famous glico man can be found here.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto was one of my favorites. It was an area in Japan where I could feel that I was actually in "old japan". Kimonos everywhere and shrines for prayers. It was really just so overwhelming to visit this place. I tried ringing the bells on the Inari shrine. I was hesitant at first because I really didn't know how to do it and it might come off weird if I didn't do it right. Still, I had nothing to lose. I was in another country alone and on my own. I watched the Japanese people as they do their prayers. I quickly learned that you have to throw in some coins, ring the bells, bow twice, make a wish, clap your hands twice, and bow for one last time. It was a great experience to try new things. Near the Inari shrine there's a mini market with lots of food stalls. My always-hungry-self got giddy with excitement when I saw them.
Universal Studios Japan
A ticket to USJ can be quite expensive. If you're really not into all the fun rides and shows, then you can actually just skip USJ. For me, I was a huge Harry Potter fan and I wanted to see a life-sized Hogwarts. I don't have it in my heart to skip USJ. Let me tell you how you can lower that whole-day ticket price. I just found out that you can actually purchase half-day tickets and that's like a helpful price drop-down. From 7600 yen, the half-day tickets cost around 5800 yen. That's going to be our little secret haha. With the half-day tickets, you can enter the park after 3pm. That's still a lot of time! But please do go there on a weekday to avoid herds of people. In my case, I went on a Thursday, and the crowd wasn't that bad at all. The queuing wasn't that long and was actually reasonable for a theme park. Maybe we were just in luck because I've read about people queuing for long hours just to get on a ride. I guess Thursday afternoon is the best time. Can I also just say that I love the ladies restroom down in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. They actually have Moaning Myrtle crying in the restroom. Props to them!
Don't fret, because trains are Japan's forte. From high-speed bullet trains to the numerous train lines making it easier for you to get from one place to another. Do not be intimidated by the train lines and ticket system. In fact, getting a ticket from the machine is quite easy, that you can ditch that JR pass. First, you should know which line to take to get to your destination. Stations in Japan can get quite big and you may get lost. Just follow the arrows to the line you need to get to or if you're lost, ask questions and they would gladly help you. When you get to your line, you will notice ticket gates. There are always ticket machines beside them. The ticket machines have an English option so don't worry. When purchasing a single journey ticket, you basically just select "Single Ticket", put the amount of money in, then select the amount you'd like to buy (usually 180 yen for single journey). As far as I have understood, single journey tickets on main city lines are around 180 yen. JR lines are a different case though, they're a bit more expensive because they travel long distances. Never lose your ticket while on the train journey because you will be using it to go out. I am in no way a local in Japan and I only got to understand the ticketing system quite a bit. There are tables you can check and maps that have the prices of your destinations. If your purchased ticket came short and you can't get out of a station, there are always ticket adjustment machines available. This is my new friend Diane navigating through a ticket machine.
I have also observed that Japanese people love to walk and they're fast walkers. If you're going somewhere pretty near, I suggest walking because that's what everybody does. I noticed people overtaking me whenever I'm walking. I mean, I couldn't possibly be that slow am I? Remember, Google Maps will be your best friend. Bicycles are also used aside from walking. Just do be careful with bikes because I almost got rammed over by a dozen bikers. When riding trains please give way to the people getting off the train, before you go inside. It's simple etiquette but it makes everything easier. Taxis in Japan are also expensive. I chose to ride the train back to the airport even if it means I have to carry my luggage around, as long as it's cheaper.
Food in Japan is the best thing ever. Who would have thought that I'd be loving 7-11 microwaveables. They're that good. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. When in Japan, eat like the Japanese. Don't settle for familiar, try new things! Try as many as you can! Being the cheap-ass that we were, whenever we're hungry at night, we'll grab a rice meal from 7-11 with a can of Asahi beer. That my friends is a good combo. Hungry for a small snack? Get an onigiri by a local convenience store. Don't know exactly what to eat? Just go to Dotonbori and spend a day eating your heart out or devour everything they sell on that mini food market near Fushimi Inari. I'll let the photos speak for themselves.
I have nothing more than good things to say about the Japanese people that I have encountered. They were all very nice. The day I came to Japan, I already got lost in Namba station. This nice man approached me asking if I was okay. I told him that I was looking for the Yotsubashi Line, and instead of just directing me where to go, he went all the way to actually walk with me to the gates of Yotsubashi line. Of course, at first I thought it was kind of sketchy, but wow he actually walked with me there. That was really nice of him. Same thing happened to my friend who was looking for Dotonbori, she got walked there by a nice stranger. They're mostly nice people based on my experience. Just still be cautious ALWAYS though. Also, please understand that English is not their main language. If they are trying to help you, they're actually taking their time to explain to you properly even if they speak a different language.
- DO NOT walk while eating. You will get stares of disapproval.
- DO NOT talk so loudly inside trains. You will get stares of disapproval.
- DO NOT throw or leave your trash anywhere. You will definitely get stares of disapproval.
- DO wait for your turn and stand on the right side to enter the train, after everyone has gotten off.
- They are fast walkers. You might want to keep up with their pace when walking.
- There aren't many elevators in Osaka most especially in train stations. As much as possible bring a small luggage. You'll be carrying them up the stairs.
- Sometimes the distance of train stations and lines can be very far from each other.
- You need to be ready to walk loooong distances. So wear comfy shoes.
- Sometimes, eating at a restaurant can be an "eat-and-run" kind of thing. Don't spend like two more hours just lounging around after eating.
- It never hurts to use phrases such as "Sumimasen" (Excuse me) and "Arigato" (Thank you)
- Do not be afraid to ask questions! They're nice!
I have to admit that my four days in Osaka were very short. I was even planning to go to Kobe but I couldn't anymore. My first solo trip was a great experience. I met new people, done things I haven't done before, and I just went for it! I had nothing to be afraid of. It was actually really fun. Glad that I started it off in Japan. Here's to hoping I get to come back soon. Japan is now my favorite country by the way. I'll rate everything 5-stars indeed! 🙂


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I, for one, am very much in favor of going after what I truly want, and if having fun without the frills of a romantic relationship is what you want, so be it.
Also remember to always wear protection whenever you do the deed.
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Stress and anxiety are both indigenous to human beings because life has its ups and downs. There is a misconception that stress and anxiety are one in the same. While they both create an uncomfortable feeling from the inside outside, stress is created from the pressure that is felt during life's situations and anxiety is a negative side effect of stress.
The body and the mind react to stress when the balance in life is interrupted. A stressor such as important decision, a work conflict, or a family crisis can lead to the confrontation of stress. What is stressful for one person may not cause the same stressful result in another. Being pushed into the brink of stress releases adrenaline and other stress hormones in the brain that prepares the body to fight and can create negative symptoms in the body and the mind.
- High Blood Pressure
- Pupil dilation
- Muscle tension
- Palpitations
- Rapid breathing
- Unease
- Worry
- Anxiety
- Chronic fatigue
- Crying
- Change in appetite
Anxiety is a symptom of stress that can be debilitating to those who experience it. Feelings of uneasiness and fear can be followed by a sense of impending doom. Knowing what causes these negative feelings is not always apparent which adds anguish to already adverse situation. Anxiety disorder makes a person panic when having to face stressors head on because anxiety is rooted in fear. Living with anxiety can keep a person from having a normal life due to it's manifestation of problems.
- Nervousness
- Restlessness
- Rapid breathing
- Sweating
- Trembling
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Avoidance
- Worry
- Poor concentration
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
Stress is a normal part of life until it gets to a point that it takes over somebody's life. Having a strategy in place to alleviate stress and anxiety is important when mental pressures creep in. Recognizing the triggers that disrupt a person's life can limit stress and anxiety. There are methods that work to decrease stressors.
- Meditating
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Divorce (or dissolution of marriage) is the termination of a marriage or marital union, the canceling and/or reorganizing of the authorized duties and tasks of marriage , thus dissolving the bonds of matrimony between a married couple below the rule of law of the actual nation and/or state. I am married to Caitlin and we have kids who occupy my time once I'm not working at Swan Family Lawyers or riding my bike. If, nevertheless, your most popular legal professional has been retained by your spouse, then that same attorney can not additionally represent you. Because every state has individual licensing procedures for attorneys, ask your lawyer if she is eligible to practice in the state where you are filing for divorce.
Understand the divorce decree course of and the appropriate kind of divorce for you. Many a buddy will see a buddy going by means of a divorce as someone free-falling into a effectively. We sometimes do not understand the far-reaching impact that divorce can have on children, even adult kids. Collaborative divorce is a method for divorcing couples to come to agreement on divorce points. Generally, you will be utilizing the identical decide or magistrate and they REMEMBER such things, normally by their courtroom notes. Divorce is complicated enough when each dad and mom are available to satisfy and talk about the scenario.
In a fault divorce, the particular person asking for the divorce should show particular floor(s) or cause for the divorce. They think that if only that they had behaved better, gotten better grades, or helped extra around the home, the divorce would not have occurred. You will need, nevertheless, to recognize signs of deepening stress ensuing from the divorce that might lead to despair.
Also, if the trial will get continued out for a 12 months or so and you wait till 30 days earlier than the trial date, the court docket could not hear you on that situation. Having to face authorized points similar to divorce can come as a disheartening event for any individual, however an legal professional may also help provide you with the legal data it is advisable make it via.


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Fashion merchandising programs offer associate's and bachelor's degrees that prepare students for careers in fashion buying and selling. Degree programs may be two to four years, depending on the desired degree level. While associate's programs allow graduates to enter the workforce more quickly, four-year degrees offer students more training and can be an advantage when seeking employment upon graduation. Fashion merchandising programs equip individuals with skills to recognize and predict fashion trends, anticipate the next top designers and collections, and make informed decisions on what to stock in stores and boutiques. Merchandisers also analyze production costs and how much materials will be needed to support orders for the upcoming year.
In addition to general education courses, fashion merchandising training will include various business courses, marketing courses, public speaking, economics, fashion fundamentals, and the history of the fashion industry. Other courses including fashion retailing, buying procedures, market analysis, and licensing issues are typically required. Fashion merchandising degree programs are broad and require courses across multiple focuses from business to retail to advertising. Basic courses on design may be required to provide experience creating window displays utilizing effective ornamentation techniques. Because jobs within the field are highly competitive, students are encouraged to complete internships prior to graduation to provide hands-on experience before entering the workforce.
A fashion merchandising education prepares graduates for entry-level positions working alongside designers and manufacturers or for positions within boutiques and retail outlets as buyers, fashion consultants, visual merchandisers, or design development coordinators. Most jobs related to this degree are found in major cities on either the east or west coast. Higher-level positions may be acquired by either continuing education or with work experience. Most graduates begin working at entry-level positions, eventually achieving higher paying positions commensurate with experience. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, occupations within the fashion industry remain steady, and graduates should expect the job market to be competitive.


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Do You feel like you are stuck and just cannot reach the success you wish you could reach?
are you in control ? or are circumstances controlling you?
Many people go through life living at the mercy of circumstances, at the mercy of what happens to them , at the mercy of other people, they are just stuck.
Throughout my life I have learnt there are five things that usually hold people back from achieving their true potential in life, and when you are aware of them , you get over those hurdles and become the best you can be. and you get to UNLEASH THE POWER WITHIN . Those five things are :
- Not living in the Present because you are stuck in the prison of your past. If you want to live a great life you mustn't allow yourself to be controlled by your past. Don't allow what happened to you or what you did in the past to control your present or your future life. If You want to Unleash the Power within you must remember to let it go. leave the pain of your past behind you so it doesn't ruin your future. Leave the darkness of your past behind so it does not block the light of your bright future. The past has gone, it is not here any more, whatever happened whether it was cruel, harsh, or unjust, whatever the case, reliving the events will never do you any good. If someone did you wrong the only way you can win is if you LET IT GO, AND MOVE ON. If you live in hate THEY win. If you live in the victim story THEY win. If YOU want to win you must focus on building your future & start right now. Release that weight from your back so you can be FREE. do not allow events from the past which are now gone to ruin this moment which is perfect. This moment which is now to enjoy, It is ready for you to live fully.
- Do not allow other people' s opinions and judgments to control the direction of your life! The need to fit in and feel wanted can cause you to travel down paths you do not want to travel. People pleasing is a curse you want to avoid at all costs. Before you do anything ask yourself ' Am I doing this because I want to do this ?Or am I doing i because of fear of judgement from others if I don't. You were born unique -with what you think are flaws- for a reason , so you stand out, to be appreciated and loved for who you are. UNLEASH THE POWER WITHIN . Don't dim your light to fir in the dull background of other people' s lives. shine bright as you are. those who care will see that light and shine with you.
- Do not allow your life to be controlled by your limited beliefs, These belief might be conscious, but more than likely they are unconscious. They might be unconscious limitations that have been conditioned in you from young age, and through out your entire life, by listening to those around you, who never reached for their own dreams. Do notice your own limited beliefs, be aware of them , tell them to shut up. There is nothing you cannot do , nothing you cannot have, and no one you cannot become, if you believe in yourself. if you believe anything is possible, you know what ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE. When you change your belief from limited to unlimited your potential is unlimited. Imagine living your life as though anything is possible. As though miracles are a standard requirements of every day. When you conquer the enemy from within, the enemy outside can do you no harm. if nothing is holding you back from inside, nothing can hold you back from the outside. your entire life will change the very instant you decide to change your mindset. The instant you decide to see everything as a gift. When you decide to see every circumstance and challenge as a blessing rather than a curse, the very instant you become conscious to the fact that everything is where it is meant to be. you will see that when things seem too falling apart you will realize that things are falling into place. Know that fighting what IS is insane.
- Relationships. A touchy subject. but if you are always in need for others to be happy, then you are always one moment away from a break down if that person decides to leave. Or unhappiness is your destiny if the relationship you are in is not going too well. I am not suggesting to avoid relationships, I am a married woman, and have been married since the age of eighteen, I am thirty three now. and I can tell you one thing, there is no force on earth greater than LOVE & CONNECTION . What I mean is when you cannot live if you are not in a relationship. When you would rather be with just anyone including all the wrong ones, just to avoid a moment of being single. What I am saying is to develop enough mental strength that you get to the point where you do not need others to make you happy. You are just as happy being alone as if you are in a relationship.
- this what controls the majority of human beings on earth. Can you guess what I am talking about? MONEY . This does not meant you should not want abundance. It does not mean money is evil. We all know so well the great things we can do with money, how we can help others, how we can live in ease. What I mean is do not allow your decisions to be controlled by money. If you are choosing something based on only how much money is involved, you are most likely making the wrong decision. You will find that when you follow your heart, and you lead with the intention to serve others, to give your best to others every single time. When you follow your intuition and truly give your soul then the money will come. Don't make money your goal, or final destination. Money is a tool, a vehicle to help us achieve what we want to achieve. Money is a by-product. money will come in far greater amounts, than if you simple chase money for the sake of chasing money.
So challenge yourself to live the life you want to live free from being controlled by anything. Find your FREEDOM, & UNLEASH THE POWER WITHIN .
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Golf | Stanford edges Baylor for first women's title
EAST MANATEE -- The seed was planted more than a year ago, and Mariah Stackhouse spent Tuesday night dreaming about making clutch shots to win a national championship.
Both came true Wednesday in front of a nationally televised audience and plenty more fans that flocked to The Concession Golf Club to watch Stanford claim its first women's golf national championship, 3-2, over Baylor.
"I kind of envisioned some kind of crazy finish with me having to hit huge shots," said Stackhouse, a Stanford junior.
Stackhouse, a two-time All-American, made sure her dreams were prophetic, even when it seemed unlikely the Cardinal were going to make history.
That's because Hayley Davis, Baylor's lone senior, was dormie with two holes to go in the anchor match to decide the first women's national title under match play.
But Stackhouse won the last two holes in regulation to send the match into a sudden-death playoff.
The first, the par-5 17th, required a pinpoint approach with her 3-hybrid from 209 yards.
Then on the 18th, Stackhouse dropped a pressure-packed birdie to turn the tide completely.
On the 10th, the first sudden-death playoff hole, Stackhouse made par and watched Davis three-putt from off the left of the green, missing a 5-footer that would have kept the match going.
"I've never been more excited about a couple of finishing holes," Stackhouse said. "I was, like, we've worked hard for this all year. It's do or die. There are two holes left. You've got to get through to even have an opportunity to win the championship. That's the kind of stuff you dream for as a golfer. Well, maybe you don't dream to be two-down and have to win the next two holes, but yeah, that for me was just, I think I kind of had the easier hand because I had to go for it versus protect."
The decision for Davis to putt rather than chip on the first playoff hole was due to having already putted from that position off the green earlier in the match.
"I actually hit it, I think, the same distance, but past the hole and the grass was growing the other way, so it was into the grain so I was, like, I don't really want to be chipping this one," Davis said. "I already putted it earlier so I knew the line. It was just had to get the pace."
Stanford head coach Anne Walker said she predicted her team would win its first national title at The Concession more than a year ago following last season's regional performance.
While Stanford celebrated, Davis was consoled behind the 10th green near the palm fronds by her teammates.
The Cinderella season culminated with a national runner-up performance for a Baylor squad that looked nothing like a postseason juggernaut following the first tournament of the season last September.
Baylor head coach Jay Goble, who spent five months as an assistant pro at The Preserve at Tara in East Manatee and was at IMG Academy for five years before getting into college coaching, arrived in Waco, Texas, determined to build a program.
And that building process continued throughout the fall as the Bears picked up steam, eventually winning its first spring tournament and rebounding from a No. 121 national ranking to knock off defending champion Duke in the semifinals before facing Stanford on Wednesday.
Davis was in control for most of the pivotal match, which included a shot that Goble called the best shot he's ever seen.
That came on the par-4 16th, which measures 410 yards.
The subsequent birdie gave her a 2-up lead with two to play.
"It was tough, because the thing was my feet were sinking a little bit, so I was a little bit worried about that, but then, yeah, just the way it went, it was perfect," Davis said.
Shannon Aubert went unbeaten in three matches for Stanford, defeating Baylor's semifinal hero, Lauren Whyte, 4-and-3.
Casey Danielson also went unbeaten in match play, notching the other point for Stanford when she knocked off Baylor's Laura Lonardi, 2-up.
The Bears received points from Dylan Kim, a 3-and-1 winner over Lauren Kim, and Giovana Maymon, who beat Quirine Eijkenboom, 4-and-3.
Now the focus will shift to the men's tournament, which begins Friday.
Several teams soaked in the action the final two days, including Stanford's men's team, which witnessed the Cardinal becoming the fourth program since 2000 to win its first women's golf national championship.


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Its HALLOWEEN at the CALACADEMY! This one of the most fun nights possible, see the amazing costumes people come up with along side all of animals and science and endless engaging entertainment of the museum. AND of course, make supercool stuff with me.
Its time to PLAY at the California Academy of Sciences, when do you get to use your minds and hands and silliness to make things from the deepest depths of your art making skills acquired long ago and probably not utilized enough in this oh-so-drab- adult world we've created.
Picasso said all children are artists.
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Your household dishwasher can do much more than the dishes. From cooking to shoe cleaning, your dishwasher is your new favourite appliance.
Amazing Things Your Dishwasher Can Do
Clean Brushes
Remember the last time you cleaned your hairbrush, comb or make-up brushes? Nope, nor us. Don't worry; you can rectify this using your dishwasher. Just stick them in as you would your dishes, switch it on and hey presto; clean-as-a-whistle with absolutely no effort.
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Most dishwashers have a 'plate warmer' setting (who knew?), just check your manual for the lowdown. No more plate Jenga in the oven!
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In her new book, 'Godless: The Church of Liberalism', right-wing pundit Ann Coulter attacks the family members whose story is told in our upcoming movie '9/11 Press For Truth', particularly the now-famous "Jersey Girls".
She writes, "These broads are millionaires, lionized on TV and in articles about them, reveling in their status as celebrities and stalked by grief-arazzies. I have never seen people enjoying their husbands death so much. And by the way, how do we know their husbands werent planning to divorce these harpies? Now that their shelf life is dwindling, they'd better hurry up and appear in Playboy."
Appropriately, today's date is 6-6-6. Watch Matt Lauer confronting her about the statement this morning on NBC.
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