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Spring maybe right around the corner now but there are still many chilly and long dark nights ahead of us. As much as I love the grilling on warm summer nights, there is something equally alluring about sitting around the fire with friends on a snowy eve.
I put together this wintery menu and pairings with my (very witty) wine-knowing friend, Lauren Ramos of CoolVines. Like any good dinner party menu, almost all of the components are make ahead. The only parts you will have to conquer on the spot are dressing the salad, warming up the short ribs and scooping out bowls of gelato. If your guests ask what they can bring, you can look to the wine parings to give them some direction. This way, you spend the majority of your time relaxing with your friends. Which is the total point, right? Cheers!
marinated goat cheese + grilled bread
You can pull this together in about 5 minutes the day before. Just remember to take it our right before your guest arrive to take the chill off. Serve it with warmed or, better yet, slightly charred grilled bread. You can also serve a small selection of cured meats and olives, too, if you are so inclined.
Wine Pairing: The straight forward but, aggressive flavors in this dish would pair quite nicely with a bold, medium-bodied traditional red exuding the same qualities – texture also being important. A red with firm, yet silky tannins would work wonderfully with the distinct flavor of the goat cheese and pull together the creaminess in the mouth. Look for something with concentrated and balanced flavors of dark fruit (plums, blackberries) or smokiness as pleasant challenge to the charred bread.
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winter salad with fennel, cara cara oranges and horseradish dressing *
Prep all of the components to the salad earlier in the day and the dressing up to two days before. The slight creaminess of the dressing is a nice place to start after the cheese but the bite of the horseradish, brightness of citrus and fennel gets the palate cleaned up and ready for the decadence of the main course.
*for some strange techno reason, I was able to get the link to work for this recipe. Please refer to the recipe index to pull it up.
Wine Pairing:
A wintry mix of greens and lots of yummy citrus flavors makes the mouth water for something refreshing, yet well-rounded and less acidic to drink. The addition of the fennel and horseradish also give this salad a bit of a bite and that calls for some nice, vibrant fruit to balance it out--a Medium-bodied white will most likely do the trick. You could go anywhere from a mild, un-oaked, modern chardonnay to a super traditional white like an arneis or pinot blanc. All will have a lush (but not too lush) roundness and fruit-forward characteristics that will make any winter salad want to cuddle up with them.
Here's what we suggest:
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short ribs braised in coffee ancho chili sauce
This is a dish that must absolutely be made a day ahead. It only gets better and ridiculously so. You can use quick cooking polenta and make it while you are warming up the short ribs and sauce.
Wine Pairing:
How about we go with a nice Light-bodied pinot grigio for this? Just kidding. . . Short ribs braised in coffee ancho chili sauce might actually be pinot grigio's arch nemesis!
Well now that we know what not to drink, let's get on to what's just right. With such bold in-your-face flavors, you're going to need a wine that doesn't mess around when it comes to rich, robust goodness. Short ribs that are so scandalously dressed with ancho and chipotle chilies, adobo sauce, and some strong brewed coffee crave a Full-bodied red…like a big bad California Zinfandel! Zins typically have deep layers of peppery spice and dark berry fruit with the perfect amount of mouth-covering tannin to make that short rib say, "You're my hero."
Here's what we suggest:
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chocolate and walnut biscotti
The short ribs are rich and totally satisfying. Your guests might be ready to stop eating by this point in the evening and just linger over their wine. Or not.
That's when you breakout the biscotti. I'd serve these with a few scoops of creamy gelato like Talenti's caramel cookie crunch and maybe some blood orange sorbet. I'd also offer the gelato affogato style (not the blood orange) for those in need of a little shot of caffeine.
Or just keep them all for yourself and enjoy them with your coffee tomorrow morning.
Wine pairing:
It would be entirely appropriate here to go with something Italian, and just to add a bit more ambiance to these irresistible biscotti – let's go bubbly!
An off-dry sparkling red such as a brachetto or lambrusco would pair wonderfully with the chocolate, nuts, and orange zest. They're bright and fruit-forward with a lush, almost creamy mouth-feel. These ruby sparklers are perfect with chocolate-based desserts and will even stand up to heartier main courses. If you've never tried brachetto, give it a go, it will find its way into your heart and make every occasion you choose to serve it at a bit more special.
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Today on Bulldogs Centre, we are set to run over the half-way point of my top 50 players of 2017, we acknowledge a few very talented players who are quite unlucky not to crack the top 20, as we run through the players ranked 30-21.
In case you have just joined us or that you didn't get to read the spots from spots 50-31, you may find the links to these positions down below:
Part One - Players 50-41
Part Two - Players 40-31
If you have followed through, let's get through the third part of this five-part series as we name players 30-21.
30. Callan Ward – Greater Western Sydney
Pre-Season Ranking: 37
Career Games: 192
Career Goals: 99
If Callan Ward was still playing for a Victorian club, he would be highly regarded as one of the game's best midfielders. For the third-straight year, the Giant's co-captain played every game for GWS, and averaged a career-high 27 disposals per game, as well as averaging six clearances, four tackles, four marks, four inside 50s to finish in the top-two in GWS' best and fairest count – one of the hardest midfielders in the game today.
29. Jack Macrae – Western Bulldogs
Pre-Season Ranking: N/A
Career Games: 99
Career Goals: 21
Macrae backed up his 2016 season with an equally solid 2017 and is one player that gets overlooked way too easily for my liking. He played every game for the first time in his career this year and for the second-straight year he averaged 27 disposals per game along side a career-best six tackles per game as well as averages of four clearances, four marks and three inside 50s per game. He was rewarded for his consistency with a top-three finish in the Western Bulldogs' best and fairest count.
28. Jeremy Howe – Collingwood
Pre-Season Ranking: N/A
Career Games: 141
Career Goals: 86
For such a long time in Jeremy Howe's career, I've always thought of him as a 'one-trick pony' who could only do spectacular grabs and that's about it. Not anymore as Howe has become one of the games most exceptional intercept defenders. In 2017, Howe achieved career high averages in disposals (21 per game), marks (nearly nine per game) and rebound 50s (four per game) and was named in the All-Australian squad of 40. Very unlucky not to get a spot in the team, but finished in the top five in Collingwood's best and fairest.
27. Sam Jacobs – Adelaide
Pre-Season Ranking: N/A
Career Games: 174
Career Goals: 45
Played a very important role as Adelaide's first-choice ruckman in 2017, averaging a career-high 40 hitouts per game this season, including a personal-best 74 hitouts in round eight. He also showed throughout the year his worth around the ground, averaging 14 disposals, four marks, three clearances and three tackles per game. Finished fourth in Adelaide's best and fairest and was named in the All-Australian squad of 40 but lost out to another star ruckman in Port Adelaide's Paddy Ryder.
26. Rory Sloane – Adelaide
Pre-Season Ranking: 14
Career Games: 165
Career Goals: 106
12 months ago, Rory Sloane was a top-10 player, and in the eyes of some, he's still highly considered as one. Season 2017 proved to be another solid year for him, averaging 24 disposals, eight tackles, six clearances, four inside 50s and nearly averaging a goal per game, but what has caused him to slide down as far as 26 is that he gets tagged out of games, he was kept under 20 disposals in six of the 22 home and away games that he played, and his Finals series was solid, averaging 20 disposals and just under seven clearances per game.
25. Clayton Oliver – Melbourne
Pre-Season Ranking: N/A
Career Games: 35
Career Goals: 10
When was the last time you heard of a 20-year old lad average 30 disposals per game? Clayton Oliver had himself a 2017 season to remember and has set the stage for a stellar career ahead. As well as averaging 30 disposals, Oliver also averaged seven tackles, seven clearances and three inside 50s per game as well as averaging 15 contested possessions per game. People will complain that he handballs too much (22 handballs per game) and that he is a 'stager', but he's only very young in his career and I have no doubt he will blossom into a star of the game.
24. Nat Fyfe – Fremantle
Pre-Season Ranking: 1
Career Games: 138
Career Goals: 121
It must be remembered that this man was a Brownlow Medallist two years ago. Last year a broken leg ruined his season, and this season, in amidst a Fremantle side that is an utter shambles, Fyfe's 2017 was solid, playing all but one game and averaging 26 disposals, six clearances, four marks, four tackles and almost a goal a game. His averages compared to his Brownlow year were unsurprisingly down, but his influences in games started to emerge as the season progressed. He'll be one to watch in 2018.
23. Dylan Shiel – Greater Western Sydney
Pre-Season Ranking: 31
Career Games: 112
Career Goals: 58
Another big year from Dylan Shiel who is quickly gaining recognition as a complete midfielder – one that can win the ball both in contested spaces and on the outside. Shiel was incredibly consistent all year long, and averaged 25-plus disposals per game for the third-straight year, averaging 26, six clearances, four inside 50s and four tackles per game and managed to play every game with his dodgy shoulders and was rewarded accordingly with a spot in the All-Australian team.
22. Robbie Gray – Port Adelaide
Pre-Season Ranking: 16
Career Games: 178
Career Goals: 258
Season 2017 saw Robbie Gray make the change from gun midfielder to a starring role as a small forward and with this change in roles saw Gray kick a personal-best 47 goals for the season from averages of 19 disposals, four marks, three clearances and three inside 50s per game. Despite finishing just outside the top three in Port's best and fairest count, Gray was rewarded for his great year up forward with a spot in the All-Australian team and could seriously challenge for a 60-goal season in 2018.
21. Ben Brown - North Melbourne
Pre-Season Ranking: N/A
Career Games: 77
Career Goals: 154
Perhaps the one bloke in this list that is very stiff not to be in the top 20, but Ben Brown has had a very outstanding year for a side that won only six games for the season. Brown kicked 63.20 from 15 disposals, five marks and two contested marks per game in a breakout year North this year, which included a bag of seven in their final game of the year against Brisbane and bags of six against Essendon and Gold Coast. Was the only Roo named in the All-Australian squad of 40 and must be considered very, very unlucky not to be named in the final squad given what he has produced in 2017.
Thursday on Bulldogs Centre promises to be another huge installment in my top 50 players from the 2017 season, as we begin the countdown to the number one player, as we name players ranked 20-11.
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Bowel screening programme
The purpose of Bowel Screening
Bowel Screening aims to detect bowel cancer at an early stage, before people are experiencing any symptoms, when treatment is more effective.
If diagnosed early, bowel cancer is highly treatable. Not all bowel cancers are detected early; some are diagnosed too late.
The Bowel Screening Programme
Every two years, residents aged 60-75 will receive an invitation letter to participate in the Bowel Screening Programme.
The letter will be addressed from the UK NHS, Midlands & North West, Bowel Screening Office based in Rugby. This is because the Department of Health and Social Care has appointed this office to manage the programme on our behalf.
Around eight days later a test kit will be posted to you and will enclose the following items:
- a leaflet explaining how to complete the test
- a test card to collect your samples
- some card applicators to help apply your samples to the test card
- a prepaid reply envelope
You will have 12 weeks to return your test kit – though once the first sample has been taken it must be received for testing within 14 days.
Completing the test
This video explains how to use the test kit:
Symptoms and family history
The bowel screening tests are sent to all Isle of Man residents aged between 60 and 75 that are registered with a GP, regardless of whether you have experienced symptoms and/or have a family history of the disease.
However, it is important that you are aware of the symptoms and make a doctor's appointment if you have any of the below – especially if they persist (don't wait for the screening results):
- A change in your normal bowel habit lasting 4-6 weeks or more.
- Bleeding from the bottom and/or blood in your faeces (poo).
- Extreme, unexplained tiredness.
- A pain and/or lump in your abdomen.
Remember: Most people with these symptoms do not have bowel cancer, but your GP will want to examine you and may carry out further tests to rule it out.
In about 25% of cases of bowel cancer diagnosed in the UK there is a family history. In general, the more members of a family affected by bowel cancer and/or the younger they were at diagnosis, the greater the chance of a family link.
Be Clear on Cancer
Throughout March 2017, the Isle of Man is linking in with a UK-wide campaign to raise awareness of bowel cancer and screening. This is important as the simple, private test is designed to detect the early stages of bowel cancer when there may be no symptoms present. The key message of the campaign is "this little test could save your life":
- Every year, 2000 people aged 60 – 74 are diagnosed with bowel cancer in the North West and 600 people of the same age in the region will die from the disease
- Bowel cancer screening has been shown to reduce the risk of dying from bowel cancer by 16 per cent
- When bowel cancer is diagnosed at the earliest stage, more than 9 in 10 people will survive the disease for more than 5 years
Dr Henrietta Ewart, Director of Public Health, explains:
"I recommend that patients complete their bowel screening test when it arrives through the post because it's one of the best ways to find bowel cancer early, when it's easier to treat successfully. I also encourage everyone to read the leaflet sent with their test kit, to help them decide whether to take part because bowel cancer screening is a personal choice."
You may have seen the related TV advert below:
Updating my personal details
If you wish to notify the screening organisers of any changes to your address, or to be removed from the contact list, please call freephone 0800 707 6060, choose option 1 and advise the operator that you are on the Isle of Man. It should also be noted that your contact details are provided by your GP, so it is worth checking that these are also up-to-date.
The Bowel Cancer Screening Leaflet contains answers to a number of questions that we are regularly asked by members of the public.
If you have any further questions about the Isle of Man Bowel Screening Programme, contact:
0800 707 6060 Option 1 Midlands Hub
Monday to Friday - 9.30am to 5.30pm
Saturday - 8.30am to 12.30pm
Alternatively, local advice and support can be sourced from:
Main Entrance
Noble's Hospital
Isle of Man
+44 1624 650735
Specialist Nurse
+44 1624 650212
Note: This phone number is covered by an answer phone; please leave a message and you will be contacted when the Specialist Nurse is available.
Page last updated October 2017 Review April 2018


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Historical Events
- 46th Daytona 500: Dale Earnhardt, Jr. wins (156.341 MPH)
- 53rd NBA All-Star Game: West beats East 136-132 at Los Angeles
Film Awards
57th British Film and Television Awards (BAFTAS): "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" Best Film, Peter Weir Best Director
Famous Deaths
- Jan Miner, American actress (b. 1917)
- Jens Evensen, Norwegian minister and jurist (b. 1917)


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Welcome to The Dorset Arms Cottages
We have 6 rooms which all boast wonderful individual features. The rooms are designed for comfort. We believe that the key ingredients for a good night sleep are big, comfortable beds.
Rates are based on room size.
Standard Double Room Monday – Thursday: £90
Standard Double Room Friday – Sunday: £115
Deluxe Double Room Monday – Thursday : £100
Deluxe Double Room Friday – Sunday : £130
For booking enquiries please click here or call reservations on 01892 770278
All rooms are equipped with the following:
- Either a power shower or a bath and the very good rooms have both
- Freeview televisions
- Complimentary Wireless Access
- Luxury Dressing gowns
- Nespresso machine
- Your booking includes a complimentary cooked breakfast.
Please note that NOT all our rooms have cupboards or chest of drawers but they all have hooks on the back of the doors for hanging clothes on. If you would specifically like a room with a cupboard please ask. Each room has its own hairdryer.
Renting the whole cottage
Please call us on 01892 770278 to discuss rental prices.
Bedroom Floorplan
Booking Policies
Cancellation Policy
Reservations must be cancelled up to 48 hours before the booking in order to avoid a charge for the full stay. If you cancel within the 48 hours we will try to resell your room and if we do then we will not charge you. However, if we cannot sell it within that time then we will unfortunately need to charge you. All reservations must be guaranteed with a valid credit card at the time of booking. No charge is levied at the time of booking (unless you are taking a number of rooms and then we may ask for a deposit to secure the booking).
Arrival and Departure
Check in is from 3pm on the day of your stay and departure is by 11am. Early check in and late check outs are available depending on room availability. For a later check out please speak to the manager.
Loss or Damage
Any loss or damage to items listed within The Dorset Arms cottages inventory will be charged as required. The Dorset Arms reserves the right to charge the full amount for reinstatement of items found to have gone missing or to have broken.


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Recently I went to an online shopping portal to buy Moto G for my sister and while glancing through the specs sheet something caught my eye. Moto G is a Dual SIM device and specs sheet on that website stated that it is a dual standby device. I was little confused at this as currently I'm using HTC Desire VC which is dual SIM dual active device, which literally means even if one SIM is busy other SIM can receive the call. But still I was confused about dual standby technology and I thought of fully acquainting myself about these two tech jargons before finally making a decision. So I conducted a research for some time and found my answer.
Now a days it is very common to see dual SIM devices being launched every other day and this phenomenon is much more prevalent in emerging markets. You also came here searching for "What is the difference between dual standby and dual active phone?". So now let us see what are the set of features which separate dual SIM dual standby and a dual SIM dual active phone.
What does it mean by Dual Standby phone?
Generally speaking you will find dual standby technology in most of the budget or some mid range phones. As the name clearly suggests both the SIM's are on standby or ready to act as and when they receive a call. But once a SIM is busy receiving a call the other SIM becomes inactive and if somebody calls on the inactive SIM at the same time they will hear "this phone is currently not reachable, please try later. I have personally experimented this on Moto G which is a dual standby smartphone and found this to be true.
Another problem encountered on a dual standby phone is that if you using data (2G/3G) on one SIM then the other SIM becomes inactive. However when I tested Moto G for this nothing of this sort took place. In fact I saw a full 5 minute Youtube video on MTNL 3g and simultaneously the second Airtel SIM was able to receive call for 2-3 times.
If you use both the SIM's for voice calling then there is a work around for this problem. You need to forward calls from both the SIM's to each other in case they are not reachable. So suppose if you are making a call from your SIM A and and someone is calling on your SIM B simultaneously. In normal circumstances SIM B would be unreachable to your caller, however after you forward SIM B to SIM A in case it is unreachable then SIM A will receive a call waiting notification. Similarly you have to forward the call from SIM A to SIM B to make this workaround work for you.
These phones use same transceiver to receive signals for both the SIM's and hence consume lesser battery power as compared to dual active phones. Some examples are Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus S7500, Samsung Galaxy Ace Duos, Moto G etc
What does it mean by Dual Active phone?
Dual SIM Dual Active simply means both the SIM's remain active all the time and it is relatively much more easier to understand. So in a nutshell when you are taking calls on one SIM second SIM can receive calls and messages. Apart from this you may also switch between calls by putting the one caller on hold, the way you used to do during call waiting on single SIM phones.
Dual active phones have two separate transceivers (antennae) for signal reception for each SIM and sometimes even processor cores are assigned for particular SIM. All these leads to excessive power usage and hence battery gets drained quickly in dual active phones. Some examples are LG P520, HTC Desire VC, HTC Desire XC, HTC One Dual SIM, HTC Desire 600c.


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Hi sweeties! I have some quick posts for you today so hang on for the ride!
First up: Less Is More using washi tape
(A2; Stamps: Hero Arts Christmas Reindeer; EF: Cuttlebug)
Well this is a really quick and easy card! The challenge is to use washi tape, so my question was – how do I do something different. Then I saw my reindeer had on a sweater, so I decided to "paper piece" it using washi tape. I placed wahi tape over card stock and heat embossed the sweater in black EP. I then used an embossing pen and sparkly red EP in the dots. I embossed the base with a Cuttlebug EF, stamped the tree and filled in the snowflakes with gold pen. I then stamped the reindeer on brown card stock and fussy cut him. Placed a strip of the same washi tape across the bottom for my sentiment, mounted the reindeer and added his sweater. I popped up the entire panel on foam tape. Hope you enjoyed him!
Thanks for stopping by! Please come back for more!!!
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So help you get started and to play along with us, here is a free heart cut file. It also contains the finished .png and .jpg files if you would like to print them out.
Free for the month of February.
Now it's your turn to get creative and join our anything goes month long challenge. Just add your project link to the inlinkz below and you could win.
Don't forget to stop by as the designers and I continue to share our "heart felt" creations with you. Until then, have a wonderfully crafty day.


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Leather and acrylic paint,
with fabric fur mane, plastic clay horn and metal rivets.
$120 (plus s&h)
Worth, Texas
All Texas residents pay 8.25% sales tax.
All designs copyright Jennifer Harrison 2016. Not to be duplicated without permission of the artist.
Traditional Green Man
Leather and acrylic paint Can be made to order.
Spaghetti Monster
One of a kind mask, sold in 2014.
Plague Doctor
This is a full-face mask. Eyeholes are covered with lenses and 5x loupe is on right eye. Mask is fitted together with brass rivets.
$250 (plus s&h)


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Shanti Wellness Day Spa promotes a lifestyle that is one of wellness and beauty. Come and escape your daily stress and we'll return you refreshed and invigorated. Maybe you want to discover new ways to look better and age well, let our trained staff share with you new techniques that will provide you with maximum results. Even if you just want a few hours of serenity and indulgence, our staff members will pamper you. Our wish is that you will experience Shanti (inner peace) during your time with us.
Owner | Esthetician
Mary was born and raised in Webster City and takes great pride in being of a member of the community. Mary has a BS from the University of Iowa in Leisure Studies and was owner of The Wellness Way, a wellness consulting/fitness training business for over 25 years.
In 2006 she completed the Esthetics program at LaJames Cosmetology school and opened Shanti Wellness Day Spa with the goal of helping those in the community reach their wellness and beauty goals. Mary is dedicated to keeping up-to-date on the latest fitness trends and esthetic technology to offer her clients the most current techniques and information.
- Laser & IPL Training – Laser Training Institute
- Hatha Yoga – Temple of Kyria Yoga
- Personal Fitness Trainer – ACE
- Aerobic Dance Instructor – ACE
- Post Rehabilitation Trainer – AAFP
- Zumba Level I Instructor – Zumba Fitness
- Microdermabrasion – LaJames International College
- Micropigmentation – Advanced Educator of Permanent Makeup
- Professional of Skin Biology and Chemical Peels – PCA Skin


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February 17, 2017, 9:00 am - 10:00 am, Teleclass
Call-in info will be provided upon registration, Join from anywhere in the world!
This is our advanced coaching skills and leadership program where we focus on mastering the skills that best develop others. These include listening, asking well-designed questions, facilitating group and team conversations, giving great feedback, bringing forth sensitive and high stakes issues in a safe way, clearly articulating vision, goals, and objectives, inspiring performance, building a culture of ownership and accountability, and ultimately making every interaction you have one that brings forth the best in others. In our class our goal is to continuously improve and work towards mastering from wherever you are at in the moment. Everyone is welcome – we are looking for honest self appraisal and a desire to get to your next level of personal and interpersonal effectiveness.
Online bookings are not available for this event.


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Meet our Norman Dentist, Dr. Stacia Dowell
As a second generation dental professional, Dr. Dowell wanted to achieve two things, play OU women's softball and become a dentist. She achieved both. Dr. Dowell was part of the OU Sooner softball team from 2003-2007. She helped lead the team to a Big XII tournament championship her senior year. Immediately following her time at OU, she applied to dental school to fulfill her life- long dream of becoming a dentist.
She continues to dream….
Her drive for excellence has propelled her into an arena of affiliations recognized worldwide for excellence in advanced technical and aesthetic dentistry. To continue her growth as a dental professional she has purposefully surrounded herself with colleagues of the same mind-set, this would include regular collaborations with a Spear Study club along with the Metro Seattle Study Club.
She is a member of:
- Oklahoma Dental Association
- American Dental Association
- Frank Spear Advanced Education
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Academy of General Dentistry
Her expertise and multi-disciplinary approach brings "team dentistry" to a different level. "Making people smile" is Dr. Dowell's favorite thing about dentistry. You say dentist, she says "family". Dr. Dowell and her husband Jon have two daughters, Myla and Paisley, who capture all of their attention while at home!
By the way her favorite food is Mexican……


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Facilities at Nabana Lodge
Wild Thyme Restaurant
From fine dining to hearty pub meals, exquisite menus for functions to biker's breakfasts, every preference can be met. Being a family restaurant, children are warmly welcomed with a special menu for them.
Sportman's Pub
Our Sportman's Pub is fully licensed and as a true sports bar all major sporting events are screened on our large movie screen, creating an electric atmosphere during games.
Nabana Market Stall
Nabana Market Stall is directly off the R40 at the entrance of Nabana Lodge. Here we stock local fruit fresh from the farms in the area.


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Never mind history or heritage. For Adam Lallana, Sunday's game against Manchester United has a more immediate significance: a win could put Liverpool's pursuit of a top four finish properly back on track.
"We need to take the opportunity at the weekend I think," he said, speaking at Liverpool's training ground, only just having recovered his breath the morning after the harem‑scarem midweek draw with Arsenal. "If we get the three points we put ourselves right back in the mix."
Victory over United, the midfielder suggested, could signal the start of a more settled period around Anfield. One which, he added, was much needed. "Even last night, with the result sort of going away, it was two points dropped considering how well we played. It feels like we keep getting within touching distance and taking a step back so perhaps what we need is to be more consistent in picking up wins, that's how you find yourself in the top four."
Lallana has a point: inconsistent is the only accurate term for Liverpool's Premier League form. In their past four league games, good wins over Leicester and Sunderland were bookended by dispiriting defeats at Watford and West Ham.
Yet no one can gainsay the tactical ingenuity applied by their new manager Jurgen Klopp. Having started against Arsenal without any recognised forward and with Lallana playing in the most advanced role, Liverpool finished it hoofing high balls into two big men up front. One of whom was Steven Caulker, signed on loan from Queen's Park Rangers to provide emergency cover as centre back, but who made his debut as a late substitute playing emergency centre forward. Lallana, though, did not regard that as anything radical, or unexpected.
"That sometimes happens in the last five or ten minutes of games. He [Caulker] wasn't directly involved in the goal but it came from a longer ball and Christian [Benteke], who is brilliant in the air, headed down and Joe Allen got on the end of it. It could have been Caulks."
Though whatever its background, he added that the last minute reprieve provided by the long ball equaliser had gifted an immediate lift in morale around the club.
"It would have been a massive sucker punch if we didn't get anything from the Arsenal game so maybe it will give us a bit of momentum and confidence to take into the big game at the weekend." And his team will need it. Manchester United may be stuttering themselves, but Liverpool's recent record against their fierce north west rivals has been abject. Games with Liverpool provide the one area in which Louis Van Gaal has been an unequivocal success at United: he has won all three meetings since being appointed. More to the point, as Lallana agreed, none of those victories were undeserved.
"I remember earlier this season it wasn't a great performance," he admitted. "So we definitely owe them one. But I'm confident with the way that we've been playing – and the Arsenal game – that it will give us the edge."
• Liverpool vs Manchester United: the worst ever combined XI
And Lallana will not be deterred from his view that a game against Manchester United remains a fixture of huge importance, a highlight of the season. He has no truck with the theory that its significance has been diminished as the two teams have slipped from their previous prominence. It may be played out between sides lying sixth and ninth in the Premier League, but this is still, he believed, a match that matters. "It is always going to be one of the most spoken about fixtures and one of those as a player and fan that you look for when the fixture list gets released. So it is going to be a huge game, a great atmosphere and one that we commit ourselves totally to."
Lallana himself might have been approaching it from the other end of the East Lancs Road. United were keen to sign him at one stage. Or at least that was the widespread belief at the time. The player himself seemed surprised at the news that he was once a target at Old Trafford. "Was I? I didn't know anything about that, Liverpool were the only ones that I knew that were interested and as far as I was concerned the only team I wanted to come to. Especially being at Southampton, there weren't going to be many that were going to tempt me away as I was enjoying it so much down there."
He was initially bought in by Brendan Rodgers to provide some additional firepower from an advanced midfield position. Latterly, however, one crucial element in that job description has been missing: from 17 league appearances so far this season, he has yet to contribute a goal. "Hopefully that's not too far away," he said of goals. "All players go through blips in front of goal. It's a confidence thing; when one comes, a whole lot will follow. It's a matter of keeping your head down and practising, keep putting them in the back of the net in training and one will eventually go in off your a--- or something. I am scoring in training. I just need it to happen on a Saturday."
Need is the right word. Just last week Jurgen Klopp effectively put the Liverpool players on notice, informing them that they have until the end of the season to impress him with their performance. Goals would help him convince the German of his continued importance. "Of course, when the new manager comes in, it's that first day at school feeling, you want to impress. But he's been great not just with me but with everybody. There won't be many who have anything bad to say about him, whether or not it works out for certain individuals."
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He added that Klopp is not one to hold back when it comes to informing players how they might improve. Behind the grin, the bearhugs and the bonhomie there is a fierce resolve. "If he's not happy with something he can be vocal, I'd say. You can see by the way he screams on from the sidelines, he gets very involved in the game. He'd like not to scream so much, he says."
What Lallana would like to do is quickly to give the manager cause not to scream, but to purr. Starting this afternoon.


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text: This weekend, the NHL revealedthe 100 most straightforward avid gamers inside honor of the 100th anniversary of the league. The lineup is made up of us at Blue Line Station questioning relating to who the perfect 10 Fresh York Rangers avid gamers are simply because the 2004 NHL Lockout https://www.rangersteeshop.com/Bobby_Farnham_T_shirt. div.put into action-previously .implement type .put up.put into practice-presently-write-up-1hover historical past-coloration E13A3E!necessaryShort article proceeds beneath ...Need to have your voice listened to? Be part of the Blue Line Station personnel!The NHL position upon an best display this weekend at the All-Star Video game inside Los Angeles. The introductions of the perfect 100 avid gamers was an further deal with in the direction of the festivities. There have been 25 gamers upon the listing that performed at minimum just one time with the Fresh York Rangers.There incorporate been lots of outstanding and impactful Refreshing York Rangers within just the beyond 12 seasons due to the fact the 2004 NHL lockout. Compiling the simplest 10 gamers wasnt uncomplicated.Checkout the avid gamers rated 10-6 via Blue Line Station.Obligatory Credit score Brad Penner-United states of america At present Sports activities10 Martin Straka, 2005 2006 2007 2008Martin Straka performed exactly a few seasons with the Contemporary York Rangers, starting off specifically once the lockout. Straka experienced an Very impactful a few seasons even with simply just enjoying inside Fresh York for these types of a brief year Timothy Gettinger T-Shirt.Ahead of the Rangers, Straka performed 12 seasons in other places near the NHL. He performed tenseasons within Pittsburgh, and retired with his best 3 seasons with the Fresh new York Rangers.His quantities unquestionably dont lie. Straka scored 65 objectives and 122 allows in just the month-to-month year, including 20 information within 24 playoff online games as nicely. Concerning his initial 2 seasons inside of Fresh new York, he basically neglected a over-all of 5 video games. He performed within almost 1,000 game titles and experienced 771 vocation specifics.Straka was aspect of a deadly line based via Michael Nylander with Jaromir Jagr upon the instantly facet. For Straka initially 2 seasons, his line carried the Rangersto the playoffs. Devoid of his support, it might contain been a considerably darker period for the Rangers. That presents him the 10place upon our countdown.9 Mats Zuccarello, 2010 2011-PresentMats Zuccarello is an attention-grabbing participant upon this record. He hasquietly performed an Pretty huge purpose with the Fresh new York Rangers previously mentioned the previous 4 seasons.Zuccarello connected the staff total-period at the begin of the 2013-2014 period. He experienced performed a purpose with the workers for the preceding 3 seasons, yet by no means without the need of paying out some year within just the AHL.His very first calendar year inside the NHL arrived in just 2011-2012. He observed 42 online games, with 6 ambitions and 17 helps. Evidently, geared up towards function at a the NHL point each individual working day. The right after time, Zuccarello was not an day-to-day novice, yet additional which includes the subsequent male up towards the AHL. Zuccarello performed particularly 10 online games with the Contemporary York Rangers, and 37 video games down inside the minors.The following time, Zuccarello still left for Russia towards engage in within just the KHL; simply just in direction of return in the direction of the NHL for the past 15 month to month year video games and 12 postseason game titles of the 2012-2013 year.The 2013-2014 period was Zuccarello 1st comprehensive year with the Rangers; burying 19 objectives and 40 aids whilst averaging a tiny more than 17 minutes for every sport. Given that then, Zuccarello consists of been a mainstay upon the Fresh new York Rangers offense.Zuccarello includes playedjust beneath 300 regular monthly year game titles and 35 playoff video games simply because thoroughly becoming a member of the personnel. He contains tallied virtually 250 over-all details. His regularity creates him one particular of the greatest memorable Rangers of this generation, and Great sufficient in the direction of tumble into 9upon this countdown.Jan 14, 2017; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Fresh York Rangers ahead Rick Nash reacts following scoring a purpose all through the minute interval of the match towards the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Middle. Obligatory Credit history Eric Bolte-United states of america Presently Sporting activities8 Rick Nash, 2012 2013 PresentThe Rangers learned Rick Nash ahead of the 2012-2013 year. He hasnt been the participant the Rangers consideration he was shifting in the direction of be, nonetheless he includes been unbelievable continue to.Nash peaked for the duration of the 2014-2015 year. He performed in just 79 video games, netting 42 plans and 27 can help for 69 facts. He completed 7th inside of MVP voting and was a +29 all round.Even though Alain Vigneault took earlier mentioned as brain prepare, he expanded Nash hire towards the penalty get rid of. The end result includes been 7 shorthanded plans for Nash considering the fact that Vigneault took higher than. His dimension and potential fastened comprise permitted him in the direction of in good shape inside of perfectly within just a number of circumstances.Plagued with hurt complications as a Ranger, Nash simply just actually satisfied benchmarks inside of 1 of his 4 carried out seasons. Although with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Nash broke 60 details 2 times, and experienced 2 seasons wherever he performed with 59 and 57, respectively. He is made up of merely performed that when as a Ranger.Sad to say, within just 285 month-to-month period online games https://www.rangersteeshop.com/Ron_Duguay_T_shirt, Nash contains gathered 210 facts. Despite the fact that he wasnt what the Rangers consideration he would be, he is surely placing upon a present upon the studies sheet.With this calendar year wanting towards be between some of his much better seasons with the Refreshing York Rangers, Nash consists of definitely detailed his well worth towards the staff members. His functionality is made up of been constructive sufficient in direction of area him at 8 upon the countdown.7 Ryan Callahan, 2006 2007 2013 2014Ryan Callahan experienced a unbelievable 8 time work with the Contemporary York Rangers. He is made up of a deep resumeacute; with the employees courting again toward his NHL debut within 2006.Callahan put in greatest of the 2006-2007 year within Hartford with the Rangers AHL associate. He performed simply just 14 online games at the NHL issue. There was a great deal toward which includes out of the 21-yr-outdated within these 14 online games. Callahan experienced 4 plans and 2 allows, whilst heading +5.The future time he arrived in the direction of the NHL complete-year. He performed exactly 11 online games within Hartford and experienced 15 facts. Sad to say, his NHL quantities ended up slower in the direction of capture up because of towards a knee harm. He performed within just 52 game titles and experienced exactly 13 info. Nonetheless, Callahan was a +7 and averaging above 12 minutes for each recreation https://www.rangersteeshop.com/Ty_Ronning_T_shirt.Statistically, Callahan kept his personalized for the duration of his period with the Contemporary York Rangers. He may well be counted upon toward add somewhere around 40 info a period.Callahan was a single of the suitable defensive forwards for the Clean York Rangers once he was with the staff. He completed 4th for the Selke Award inside 2011-2012. That exact period, Callahan was known as the captain of the Fresh new York Rangers.His grit and relentless hustle are the major facts people in america will recall over Ryan Callahan year as a Ranger. Avid gamers which include Callahan are demanding towards occur through, landing him at 7 upon the checklist of simplest Rangers considering the fact that 2004.October 25 https://www.rangersteeshop.com/Jimmy_Vesey_T_shirt, 2015; Contemporary York, NY, United states; Fresh new York Rangers defenseman Dan Girardi celebrates with his teammates following scoring a moment time period function towards the Calgary Flames at Madison Sq. Back garden. Obligatory Credit score Andy Marlin-United states At present Athletics6 Dan Girardi, 2006 2007 PresentDan Girardi is made up of been a Ranger for approximately all of the year integrated upon this countdown.Girardi was referred to as up through the Refreshing York Rangers for the duration of the 2006-2007 time. He performed 34 game titles with 6 allows and a +7 position. The after period, Girardi wouldplay in just all 82 online games and hardly ever search again.One particular of Girardi quite a few qualities around the many years contains been his electric power towards are living healthful. Inside the 8 seasons spanning among the Tumble of 2007 and the Spring of 2015, Girardi forgotten a all round of 5 video games. Indeed, by yourself study that specifically.Becoming a defensive-defenseman, Girardi was in no way realize for offense. His scoring top arrived within 2010-2011, every time he experienced 4 targets and 27 helps.Inside 2011-2012, Girardi created his very first All-Star workers. 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Colorado Migrant Education Program. September 1, 1968, Through August 31, 1969. Summary Report.
Rossi, Nick
A 12-month report summarizes and evaluates the migrant education programs in the State of Colorado. The booklet contains sections on exemplary programs, number of children served, grade placement, teacher-pupil ratio, interrelationships with the regular Title I program, coordination with other migrant programs, inservice staff training, non-public-school participation, dissemination of materials, parental and community involvement, program effectiveness, special area programs, construction and equipment, supportive services, program integration, staff utilization, new programs, and program critiques. It is concluded that in general the program is functioning well, but improvements can be made in specific aspects of the program. Statistical information includes a breakdown of expenditures and student participation data for the fall of 1968, spring of 1969, and summer of 1969. (DB)
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Netflix's Outrageous Rate Hike Hurts The Poor, Like This Man…
Netflix recently announced a rate hike of 60% for many of their subscribers.
This announcement has been met by a flurry of news articles about how 'outrageous' this move is. About how 'upset' people are. Even about how 'damaging' this is to the poor.
A prime example is a recent MSNBC article, Outrage over netflixrate hike continues.
Most of the article is not particularly unique or interesting, however, it does contain a fascinating quote from a man on unemployment who is upset with the american netflix price hike. His direct quote reads:
"Having the streaming only plan would not be so bad if ALL the movies were available but they are not! So your forced to get the DVD…This was my only luxuary I COULD afford being on unemployment…no cable, just reg TV and wireless where Icould find it. So I would watch movies at McDonalds or something or at the library. I cant afford $16 a month not on unemployment…Thank YOu netflix for taking the one little piece of entertainment I had!"
So, the best example MSNBC could come up with is a complaint from a man who is 'so destitute' that he will no longer be able to watch Netflix movies while at McDonalds. He has a way to view movies with wireless access – a computer or iPhone/iPad and its Apple iPhone X Case unless it brokes and you need to take it fix here, although he prefers using one of the monitors from Armchair Empire because they have higher quality, he has always liked the engine behind a sliding head machine and everything that has to do with it. He goes to, and likely eats at, McDonalds. He has access to a library. But Netflix is his 'only entertainment' and he can't afford it any longer. I see several problems with the logic here, he may just need to try to make money gambling online there are Beginners betting guides and sign up offers, of which he can take advantage of.
Netflix offers a value not beaten by anyone, with Guidr you can find about their deals. They have been and are expanding their collection tremendously. The expansion costs significant money in licensing fee to owners of the content. Customers have been asking for more content and they are getting it, along with different options for how they wish to receive it. If you want a unique and memorable customer oriented space for casino online gaming, visit Dreamjackpot.com for more information.
Perhaps Netflix will get too greedy at some point. Perhaps their competitors will offer a better deal to consumers at some point. But that point is not today.
What will $16 dollars a month get you otherwise:
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- 1 week of a basic cable subscription
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- 1/4 of a ticket to large amusement park
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- Thousands of movies delivered directly to you, by mail or streaming
- The largest selection in the world
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Aaaah, Pa Pa Ya, you either love it or hate it. Or, like me you don't love it, you even think it smells a little like puke, but know it's good for you, adore the texture, color and form, and live somewhere where it's plentiful. This is why I decided to try blending it with three of my most beloved foods: avocado, coconut and cacoa.
Most of us know that papaya provide us with enzymes that naturally support digestion, thus making it a bonus food. It is relatively low on the glycemic index as well. A lot of the time we hear about the glycemic index, the rate at which a food raises glucose in our blood, and it's good to know this stuff. However, after reading this-Havard Medical School study (with great chart) I discovered it is the glycemic load, that truly matters. "What it (the GI) doesn't tell you is how high your blood sugar could go when you actually eat the food, which is partly determined by how much carbohydrate is in an individual serving. To understand a food's complete effect on blood sugar, you need to know both how quickly the food makes glucose enter the bloodstream, and how much glucose it will deliver. A separate value called glycemic load does that. It gives a more accurate picture of a food's real-life impact on blood sugar. The glycemic load is determined by multiplying the grams of a carbohydrate in a serving by the glycemic index, then dividing by 100. A glycemic load of 10 or below is considered low; 20 or above is considered high. Watermelon, for example, has a high glycemic index (80). But a serving of watermelon has so little carbohydrate (6 grams) that its glycemic load is only 5."
Sweet corn comes in at 64. A blueberry muffin 30. Glass of orange juice 14. Ice cream, surprisingly, is 8, yet that is if you eat only 50gm. A pint of "Ben & Jerry's" is 500gm, half of that would be a glycemic load of 40, so not tooooooo bad.
This difference between the GI and the GL is what makes agave syrup a fist in a velvet glove.
So, papaya. Silky, smooth papayadom comes in at 6.
Here is how I turn this fragrant, bulbous, thin skinned, heavy weight fruit into the most amazingly texture frozen mousse in town! For reals, it is hands down one of the most satisfying textural eating experiences I have ever had, and continue to enjoy almost every hot as Hades Mexico lived day.
Start by skinning, cleaning and cubing the fruit into 1″ chunks. An average sized papaya yields about five 1 to 1.25 cup servings. Put each of these into their own recycled plastic bag and freeze. I try to stay on top of it so it is always available frozen. This is key. I tried this treat unfrozen once. It was lost.
Once the fruit is frozen, let it thaw a tad, and break it into pieces into your blender, then add one ripe avocado, about 6 oz. of coconut milk, a nice pour of vanilla, a big teaspoon of your favorite unsweetened cocoa and a dash of salt. Sometimes cayenne. Of course, you will find you taste. I do not add sweetener, but you may wish to. It is an interesting, curious flavor without, one I have grown to love and crave.
Blend this super well. If you have a "Ninja" or the likes, you are stoked. The texture is beyond dreamy, so dense and creamy, light and thick at once. The frozen feeling, smooth and free of crystals, is transcendental. Oh, and the loft!
Sometimes when I make it it is spot on perfect. Though sometimes the size of the avocado or a longer pour of liquid make it thinner. It is kind of fun this varying way, for when I hit it just right I am in bliss, sitting there in front of the fan, sweating silently, in reverence.
Ha Ha. Yesterday, I was on day four of a fast, which was inspired, in part, by how much I eat for pleasure and experience and how, when done compulsive it's not healthy for me. But I broke that fast last night with 8 year old P. eating sushi, soft, melting fish flesh. Big thanks fish! And today I go to brunch with my family (coffee?!) and to a BBQ (no meat for me) with friends I have had since I was twelve. I am so normal.
Life is full of freedoms. I'm grateful for all the freedoms of choice I have, and sometimes overwhelmed by them. And, I know not everyone has the bank of freedoms I do. Because of this external inequality, I believe it's all the more important that those of us blessed with so much choice pause and reflect upon this. Give thanks. Every damn day.
May we all pause and feel ourselves, connect to the seeds of peace within, for this just may be our greatest gift. May we consume with awareness and thanks…
Buen Provecho, my friends!
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There were as many as seven candidates. A couple have dropped out. I suppose that right now, four of them look like "serious" players. Yeah, quite a crew. The Democratic candidate is Angie Craig.
– David Gerson, who in the past ran quixotic campaigns against the retiring/fleeing incumbent, Rep. John Kline (R-MN), keeps winning straw polls. Whether that will carry to more comprehensive success…we'll see. Dude's one of those pseudo-libertarian types, whose levels of self-admiration tend to vastly outstrip their real-world political success. Like with Rand Paul's presidential "effort."
– Speaking of which, I read somewhere that Jason Lewis wiped his past blogging when he announced, presumably with the intention of trying to get away with acting more reality-based in the here and now. Whether or not that's true, he seems to have found that like the shades of Borley Rectory the past does not go down so readily, and so he's determined to embrace the crazy and let it roll.
– John Howe was pretty much a nonentity in the Minnesota legislature, and maybe the idea was that a record like that would make him a "safe" pick. There hasn't exactly been a groundswell.
– Darlene Miller has been endorsed by Kline, will presumably have plenty of money, and is clearly aiming for the primary.
Gerson might well win at the endorsing convention on May 7. But as for the August 9 primary election, right now, your informed guess is as good as mine. Probably better.
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From Mac Hall: The delegates have all been selected for the May 7th endorsing convention … and I gotta wonder since Lewis has said he will abide by the endorsement, will he shift tactics to embrace a "no endorsement convention" so that he can go to the primary.
Miller has to go to the primary … her website is worse than MNsure … and has only 143 followers on her twitter feed and only 238 likes on her Facebook account so she has rely on the Chamber of Commerce to get her any support.
Howe could go to the primary depending upon how much of his money, does he want to spend … and how rough the endorsement fight will be. His twitter feed has 899 followers and 342 likes on his Facebook account.
Gerson talks like he is gonna win … and has loyal supporters. His twitter numbers are misleading since they were mass-loaded but has 1,598 likes on Facebook
Lewis is lining up endorsements … Yet, the big question will be answered in the next 72 hours … when the fundraising tallies are announced. Kline had a fundraiser for Miller in DC and Lewis should have national appeal while Gerson got money from out-state donors last quarter.
The primary will be interesting … so far they have attacked each other … but would a Miller attack on Gerson/Lewis/Howe campaign actually provide her name recognition and appeal in November ? Grandma/business-owner could be tough to beat.
Thus far the RNCC and its Patriot Program have not weighed in … and ya gotta wonder how much they will spend in MN02 if its Gerson or Lewis when they have a number of other districts that could need help with a President Trump/Cruz at the top of the ticket.
From Mac Hall: FYI … the fundraising numbers are starting to be announced … for perspective, look at John Kline's numbers for the past First Quarter
2013 $257,742
2014 $270,817
2015 $325,867
First to announce is Darlene Miller … whom Kline attended a DC fundraiser for her campaign
2016 $206,906 … not shabby, but this does not show great enthusiasm either. It will be a few days before actual documents are available for review, but it will interesting to see where/who the dollars came from.
For reference, Angie Craig numbers show she has been able to attract donors
(excluding loans from Craig)
Second Quarter 2015 $327,381
Third Quarter 2015 $132,586
Fourth Quarter 2015 $152,659
First Quarter press release announced that donors to her campaign contributed more than $400,000 in the quarter — includes over 3,000 individual donors. If that does not include any loans, then Craig had a great quarter.
From Eric Ferguson: There's no way to know who her opponent will be, but with Angie Craig facing no opposition for the nomination, might as well start now focusing on identifying the Democrats. It's too soon for GOTV, but it's never the wrong time to work on party ID. There are lots of registered voters whose party preferences are unknown, and even in a high turnout state like Minnesota, there are eligible voters who need encouraging to register. If advice from the peanut gallery is wanted, then the advice is to forget the Republicans while there's no way to know the opponent or influence choices, and start knocking doors ASAP to find the Democrats in the district. Once the GOP endorses, that will narrow the field to the endorsee, Miller, and maybe a couple more who can likely be ignored.
From Mac Hall: Eric makes the right point … Angie Craig must raise her profile. The public doesn't know her … unless they pay attention to the last line in virtually every TV/print story "Craig would be the first openly gay Minnesotan elected to Congress."
Raising your profile has always been a problem … unless you make outlandish statements whereby you get people talking/defending (Bachmann, Cruz, Trump,etc.), the alternative party will denounce/define you (Clinton). Did you see how the MNGOP has framed Terri Bonoff as a self-interested, tax-raising loser ?
The last report that I saw had Gerson with 158 delegates, Lewis with 111, Howe with 7 and Miller with ZERO … but there are still 30 left to announce their choice. Howe is out with another attack video on Lewis, so with Miller confirmed that she will go to the primary, the most interesting question is : IF, Gerson wins the endorsement, will Howe give up ?
Regardless, there will be months of GOP for the media to cover … and no reason for them to pay attention to Craig (except to add in that last line of every TV/news report– The DFL has endorsed Angie Craig, who would be the first openly gay Minnesotan in Congress, is unopposed in her primary.)
Craig seems to be trying to ramp up DFL supporters but the election will be decided by the independent voters … and they will be swayed by the RNCC and Chamber of Commerce ads (as well as being affected by the Erik Paulsen campaign (his commercials on TV and radio will be helping to sell the GOP brand). BTW: Does anyone remember when RNCC pulled planned ads for Paulsen's first campaign (against Ashwin Madia) in order to spend it on protecting Bachmann … could Bonoff's entry and a less than acceptable GOP candidate (Gerson/Lewis) lead them to do it again?
IMO, Craig needs to be making regular appearances at Chamber of Commerce luncheons and every Senior Center in the district … just showing up will get her votes.


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The statistics showing the amount of businesses that fail in the first year are enough to put off anyone even starting. But if you go down the franchise route, the odds are far more in your favour.
No matter what sector you are in, the first year is still a crucial time for new franchisees. But if you research the franchisor thoroughly and see that they offer all the training and support that will help you to succeed, then the chances of you hitting your breakeven targets in the first year are definitely achievable.
Jessica Chandler Smith, mum of two, opened Razzamataz Brentwood in September 2017 and in a very competitive market, has seen her part-time theatre school achieve huge success in just a few short weeks. We chat to Jessica about how she achieved this, her plans for the future and the advice she can offer other franchisees.
Razzamataz Brentwood currently has almost 50 students. This means that in just six to eight weeks, Jessica has met her breakeven operational costs target.
The values that Razzamataz has and the importance of creating a fun place where each child is included and nurtured really attracted me initially to the brand. When I came to the Discovery Den and heard about the significance of creating a family atmosphere within each school and realised how friendly and supportive the network is, I knew it was the perfect fit with my own plans.
The importance of branding for both Head Office and my theatre school was instilled in us at every stage of training. When you think about running a theatre school, you don't necessarily think of everything that goes on in the background such as safeguarding and employment law, but I now know how crucial it is to understand and comply with these areas too.
I've had businesses before and I know I've wasted a lot of money and time trying things that just didn't work. With a successful franchise such as Razzamataz, you cut out all the stuff that people tried and tested that didn't work so you are confident that you are spending your money in the right places.
By the end of July next year, my aim is to have more than 100 students and also to offer some of the other Razzamataz products such as Razz Tots. I've spent a lot of time building great relationships within the community to give our students lots of performing opportunities already and this is definitely something that I will continue with. I want to offer the students of Razzamataz Brentwood the chance to get involved with so many different opportunities. I'm very excited already thinking about our summer showcase and what we have planned.
The main challenge is always to make sure I'm representing Razzamataz to the highest standards at all times. Initially, it is about getting parents to trust you and your team with their children. Understandably, people have lots of questions for you and some can be quite challenging for a new business owner, but it is great that I have the support and guidance of Head Office for when I need it.
I'm incredibly proud of being able to have a school with almost 50 students in such a short amount of time. The energy in the school is wonderful and I know all my team and the students thrive on it. I'm also delighted that the Razzamataz brand has meant that my students are already getting exciting opportunities. I've already been contacted by CITV, the producers behind the film Aladdin and The Voice Kids so I know there will be lots of opportunities going forwards.
I make sure that I attend all the training and webinars because I know that I need to keep learning and grabbing opportunities with both hands. I also really enjoy networking with other Principals because I've made some real friends. After training or a meeting, I'm buzzing with ideas and it also stops you being lonely, which can happen when you run your own business. The support you receive from Head Office is also amazing. You don't realise initially how important it is but as you progress, it becomes a vital part of your success.
People buy you before they buy a product so make sure that you spend time to get to know your customers. People are also quicker to forgive small mistakes if you've built up a relationship with them so create a family atmosphere and take time to learn a couple of things about each student. It means so much to parents if you can feedback how a shy child has enjoyed a class. I'll often take a little 'sneak peak' video to show mum and dad how they got on and that can really make someone's day.
Many people have have found a rewarding long term career through franchising with Razzamataz Theatre Schools.
Razzamataz Theatre Schools franchise, with almost 50 schools throughout the UK, has many retired performers as Principals.
Nick Furlong and Gemma Hextall bought Razzamataz Sutton Coldfield in June 2015.
Lauren Kirkbride joined Razzamataz Theatre Schools as a student and now runs her own franchise.
The new Principals at Razzamataz are all set for their September openings after completing a week long extensive training session.
Michael French launched Razzamataz Barnet in April 2012 and has recently renewed his franchise agreement for a further five years.
Debbi Ledwith, Principal of Razzamataz Newbury, launched her school to allow her to spend more time with her three children.
Proving that age is really just a number, Pam Dixon, has run her Razzamataz Theatre Schools franchise since 2008.
Charlotte Young, the Principal of Razzamataz West Cumbria first became a franchisee in October 2006.
The Razzamataz Theatre Schools network continues to grow with the launch of two new London schools as well as a school in the North East.
At Razzamataz's recent training week, three new franchisees who have bought franchise re-sales, joined the franchisees who are launching in new territories.
Razzamataz have a number of franchisees who are either former teachers or combining part-time teaching with being a Razzamataz franchisee.
It was 10 years ago that I left hairdressing and for anyone thinking that it is too late to change their careers I would say step out of your comfort zone and just do it. I never thought I would be able to and it's the best thing I have done and wished I'd done it years ago!Pam Dixon, Razzamataz Dumfries
The support and training we get means that we can get help on any aspect of our business. It has also been a fantastic and rewarding way of working, allowing me to continue to be there for the family while running my own business.Lisa Roberts, Razzamataz Rickmansworth
I specifically wanted to go for a franchise, and in particular Razzamataz because of the support from Head Office and other Principals. This is a network of theatre school owners so you are in business for yourself but not by yourself.Alison Beveridge, Razzamataz Durham.
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We are pleased to announce that, for the second year running, we have been ranked in the top five of the UK's universities and colleges in the Guardian University Guide 2016, published today (Tuesday 26 May 2015).
With the highest student course satisfaction and third highest graduate employability prospects in the UK, Bath has again been named the best performing university in the South West.
This success builds on our recent achievements having come top in both the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey and NSS Student Satisfaction Survey, as well as the REF (Research Excellence Framework) 2014 research assessment in which 87 per cent of the University's research was recognised as 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'.
At subject level, we have performed extremely well with Sports Science, ranked the best in the country. Psychology, Sociology and Social Work are ranked second whilst a range of other courses have been named in the top five, including Business & Management (3rd), Civil Engineering (3rd), Mechanical Engineering (3rd), Chemical Engineering (4th) and Architecture (5th).
Professor Dame Glynis Breakwell, Vice-Chancellor, said: "I am delighted to see Bath once again recognised for its excellence across the board.
"To have maintained our position in the top five of the latest Guardian Guide suggests that our students continue to appreciate the all-round quality of what we offer at Bath. This success derives from a combination of our world-class research, excellent links with employers, superb facilities and the unstinting efforts of our staff."
The Guardian's performance indicators for judging a university consists of:
- Final year student satisfaction, broken down into teaching, assessment & feedback, and overall experience
- A value-added score
- The ratio of staff to students
- The University's expenditure per student
- The entry requirements students have to achieve to be considered for a place
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Deviant Desires: Gender Resistance in Romantic Friendships Between Women during the Late-Eighteenth and Early-Nineteenth Centuries in Britain
Romantic friendships between women in the late-eighteenth and early-nineteenth centuries were common in British society. Young women were drawn to each other, often in romantic ways, in part because of the way in which the society was ordered. In this period, females generally socialized only with other females, from birth until marriage. Even after marriage the majority of women spent most of their time with other women. This deep intimacy between women was encouraged and accepted and is visible in correspondence between female friends. Although there is scholarly literature surrounding romantic friendships during this period, the way in which these relationships challenged gender norms and expectations, as well as their role in resisting the oppression of heterosexual marriage, have not been adequately addressed. By looking at sexuality in history and the way it has been constructed, as well as analyzing queer and feminist theory pertaining to sexuality, I argue that women resisted mainstream structures by devoting their lives to other women, wearing gender non-conforming clothes and living apart from men. My analysis of British women's history in this period, the ways sexuality has been viewed in history and queer and feminist theories pertaining to sexuality, show that romantic friendships between women served as an outlet to resist the systems of patriarchy and marriage, as well as gender roles. A close analysis of The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister and the romantic friendship of Eleanor Butler and Sarah Ponsonby, better known as The Ladies of Llangollen, show that some women in romantic friendships resisted gender norms and heterosexual marriage and lived their lives without men.
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Slater, Sophie Jade, "Deviant Desires: Gender Resistance in Romantic Friendships Between Women during the Late-Eighteenth and Early-Nineteenth Centuries in Britain" (2012). All Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects. 129.
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Interviews can be one of the most crucial times are a persons life, meaning it is often one of the most nerve wracking. Interviews often lead you to the next chapter in your life, meaning that you are progressing to something better than what you have left behind (normally.) This post was scheduled to be about Veganism but I just didn't have the heart to write it, which normally means when I read it back I know it isn't great content which is a waste of both our times. So instead I'm writing about interviews.
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With more than 80 years of history, Lucha Libre is one of the sports that are already part of the culture of Mexico. However, in the last decade, he has faced a rival that apparently looks more spectacular and popular, American wrestling, specifically the WWE.
If something the gringos know how to do, it is selling, and that is what they have done in our country thanks to the marketing they apply so well, but if it is about style to fight the Mexican fans, they prefer the style that is developed in the Council. World Wrestling and the AAA.
Before the great event that WWE will give next Saturday in Mexico City, we present the five major differences between wrestling in Mexico and the United States.
Paraphernalia vs. Sobriety
The popularity of the WWE is due in large part to the show that they mount around a fight. From the presentation of the fighter -some of them with retinue-, the speeches before the start of the fight. Such is the show that makes it often last longer than the fight itself. A clear example was the appearance of Dwayne Johnson, 'The Rock,' in the RAW event on October 6, where his fight did not last 30 seconds.
On the other hand, Mexican wrestling is more focused on fighting. While they give their time to present the fighters, the focus is on combat and not so much time is lost in them.
Classic wrestling vs. American style
In our country, we are accustomed to seeing more technical wrestling in which the fights take place at the canvas, where the key and counter-key stand out. How can we forget 'hurracarrana,' 'mysticism,' 'la casita,' among many others? While Americans are known to be more direct, that is, resorting more to blows than to keys. Also, the struggles in Mexico are two out of three falls and in the United States, it is one.
The physicist of the 'gringo' fighter stands out for being more stylized, better worked and bigger, by simple genetics. Many Mexicans say that they do not have the best body and that they are even fanning zones, but the truth is that they have a physique more similar to that of a fighter and not so much a bodybuilder as their counterpart.
Mask vs. Hair
Mexican wrestling is characterized by extra that adds the mask that helps to create an entire identity, and that can be adopted by children who, by putting on the 'tapa' help, become their idols.
In the WWE the mask is little used and used, to the extent that the few fighters who work for this company are Mexican, like 'Sin Cara.'
Divas vs. Wrestlers
It is one of the most attractive points of the WWE. His athletes look like models and become the spectators' fantasy. While Mexican wrestlers are not as popular for their attractiveness if they are for their fighting style, which is similar to that of men.


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President Barack Obama will deliver his fourth State of the Union address on Tuesday, January 24th–the very day that marks the 1,000th day since the Democrat-controlled United States Senate last bothered to pass a budget.
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On Monday, the Ranking Republican of the Senate Budget Committee Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-AL) and the Chairman of the House Budget Committee Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI) released a joint statement blasting Democrats for their budgetary inaction and contrasting it with Republican efforts:
Senate Democrats abandoned their official duty to prioritize Americans' hard-earned tax dollars and tackle our nation's most pressing economic challenges–dealing a painful blow to fiscal progress that may be felt for some time. This contrasts sharply with the record of the House Republicans. Last spring, the new House Majority publicly produced a budget plan before the nation, brought it forward in committee, and passed it on the floor. The budget's principled solutions honestly confront our nation's most difficult challenges, putting the budget on a path to balance and the country on a path to prosperity.
To mark the inauspicious 1,000-day anniversary, the Heritage Foundation released a series of budget facts and urged the Senate to meet its Constitution requirements for fiscal stewardship:
- The last time the Senate passed a budget was on April 29, 2009.
- Since that date, the federal government has spent $9.4 trillion, adding $4.1 trillion in debt [annual interest payments on the debt now exceed $200 billion].
- As of January 20, the outstanding public debt stands at $15,240,174,635,409.
- Interest payments on the debt are now more than $200 billion per year.
- President Obama proposed a FY2012 budget last year, and the Senate voted it down 97-0. (And that budget was no prize–according to the Congressional Budget Office, that proposal never had an annual deficit of less than $748 billion, would double the national debt in 10 years and would see annual interest payments approach $1 trillion per year.)
- The Senate rejected House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan's (R-WI) budget by 57-40 in May 2011, with no Democrats voting for it.
- In FY2011, Washington spent $3.6 trillion. Compare that to the last time the budget was balanced in 2001, when Washington spent $1.8 trillion ($2.1 trillion when you adjust for inflation).
- Entitlement spending will more than double by 2050. That includes spending on Medicare, Medicaid and the Obamacare subsidy program, and Social Security. Total spending on federal health care programs will triple.
- By 2050, the national debt is set to hit 344 percent of Gross Domestic Product.
- Taxes paid per household have risen dramatically, hitting $18,400 in 2010 (compared with $11,295 in 1965). If the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts expire and more middle-class Americans are required to pay the alternative minimum tax (AMT), taxes will reach unprecedented levels.
- Federal spending per household is skyrocketing. Since 1965, spending per household has grown by nearly 162 percent, from $11,431 in 1965 to $29,401 in 2010. From 2010 to 2021, it is projected to rise to $35,773, a 22 percent increase.
Sen. Harry Reid explained the Senate's budgetary inaction by saying that it would be "foolish" to pass a budget.
Other Democrats, like Sen. Dick Durbin and Rep. Nancy Pelosi ,have argued that there's no point in passing a budget that Republicans would filibuster. There's only one problem with that argument: the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 made budgets entirely immune to filibusters and states that budgets may be passed with a simple majority.
Sen. Sessions and Rep. Ryan, both of whom have taken the lead in highlighting the Democrats' budgetary mismanagement, challenged President Obama to use his State of the Union address to hold Democrats accountable for their inability to pass a budget:
The president and his party's leaders have yet to detail a credible budget plan to prevent the fiscal crisis that awaits us should we continue down the current path to debt, doubt, and decline. Such a crisis would threaten the economic security, health security, and retirement security of every American. If the president wishes to begin a genuine dialogue with the American people in tomorrow's State of the Union address, then he must hold his own party accountable for its dogged refusal to produce a plan to prevent this crisis and lift this cloud of uncertainty from the economy. The president must also deliver what he has so far refused: serious reforms to change our debt course and prevent fiscal disaster.
We remain disappointed in the Senate Democrats' decision to give up on an essential responsibility of governing, and we sincerely hope 2012 will not mark the third consecutive year that Senate Democrats skip the budget process altogether. Nor will it be credible or acceptable for them to present a phony budget plan that pretends to make changes but in reality merely keeps spending on its current trajectory. Real reforms, real spending control, and a real change in the status quo are the minimum obligations of elected leaders in these times of uncertainty and distress. Where the president and his party have failed to confront the greatest challenges of our time, Republicans in the House and Senate will continue to work for solutions to ensure that government can keep its promises, take less from hardworking families and businesses, and create the conditions for economic growth and prosperity.
The dismal 1,000-day anniversary sets up a potential narrative for Republican Senate candidates to run against President Obama's "Do-Nothing Democratic Senate."