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WASHINGTON, D.C. –The congressional working group assembled by House Speaker John Boehner to advise about the ongoing crisis at the border is looking to revise a 2008 trafficking law which makes removing Central American unaccompanied minors difficult.
"The working group is saying we have to look at that, at that law, and so that will be part of our report" the chairwoman of the group, Texas Republican Rep. Kay Granger, told reporters Wednesday evening.
The working group, she noted has been meeting "almost everyday" and stressed the group is looking largely at policies, not Obama's $3.7 billion supplemental appropriations request.
In a statement, Granger elaborated on the working group's considerations, saying that the group believes the unaccompanied minors must be returned to their home countries.
"We agree with the President that they must be returned to their home countries in the most humane way possible and that will require a revision of the 2008 Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act," she explained.
The 2008 trafficking law requires unaccompanied minors from noncontiguous countries to be granted immigration hearings, be placed in the care of Health and Human Services and then placed in unrestrictive settings such as with a family member — keeping them from being hastily returned to their home countries.
Granger further placed blame for the crisis on the shoulders of the current administration.
"[T]he President must act to deter parents from encouraging their children to make this horrific and perilous journey based on the hope that they will be able to stay in the United States," she said. "The policies of the current Administration have created the crisis we are currently facing at our southern border and it will take Presidential action to solve it."
She added that as the FY 2015 appropriations process moves forward, Customs and Border Protection must be a consideration.
"The substantial increase of family units and unaccompanied children crossing the border has created an enormous strain on Customs and Border Protection as well as the border states and communities. It is critical we ensure that the Border Patrol is able to focus on protecting the borders of the United States," she said.
Boehner told reporters Thursday that he agrees the 2008 trafficking law needs to be revised.
"I do and I think the president agrees with it as well," he said, adding that he is letting the working group "work out the details."
In addition to Granger's working group, Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar told reporters Wednesday that he is planning to introduce a bill to tweak the 2008 law, to treat unaccompanied minors from noncontiguous countries the same as those from Canada or Mexico.
Since October, more than 52,000 unaccompanied minors have been apprehended illegally entering the U.S. The vast majority have been from El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala.


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This Week's Links 10.28.16Friday, October 28, 2016
Fall weekends are the best, amiright? We're taking it easy this weekend with no big plans. Although, I wouldn't mind adding some mini reese pieces to the agenda, since it is Halloween after all!
Here are a few fun links from this week:
Such a cute way to spruce up your doormat
Black exteriors are so unexpectedly classy looking
I can't help but judge a book by its cover
Eight topping options for butternut squash soup
I'm already dreaming about the Thanksgiving dessert table
How to care for your leather boots this winter
A delicious spin on the traditional pumpkin pie
Which fast food restaurants give you the most fries with your order
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i have no words for all of these thanksgiving desserts. i want them all. but i also just want to lose like ten pounds...ReplyDelete
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I read something back in october that said right then was the lightest we would weigh for the rest of the year. I brushed it off, but then I started thinking about Halloween candy and Thanksgiving and..... sadly, they might have a point. :/Delete

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This five card insert set, which was randomly inserted into packs, was the lead-off insert of inserting autograph cards of living celebrities from other fields into major sport mainstream packs. Among the players in these packs were teenage soccer sensation Freddy Adu and star of Television show "The Sopranos" James Gandolfini.
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The Lake Soil & Water Conservation District is governed by an elected, five-member,
non-partisan board of supervisors who volunteer their services for a term of four years.
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Patty Fletcher, Office Associate IV
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Hailing from Portland, Maine, Brooklyn-based pop art Amy Allen is about to share her new full-length record, Get Me Outta Here! We're stoked to premiere the singer-songwriter's newest effort, "Whatcha Do," one of the spunkiest, most upbeat rock numbers on the forthcoming album. She self-produced the catchy, country-leaning track alongside collaborators Griffin Emerson and Luke Niccoli. Listen to the summer-soaked tune below.
Watch Amy Allen's SoFar Sounds perform "Chasing Jenny" as Amy & The Engine:
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Mark your calendar for the 38th Annual — August 26, 2018.
This long-running event resembles a reunion as musicians form circles jamming under trees throughout the park. Former contestants return as professional performers. Some competitors are the second and third generations of their family to participate. Fans gather on blankets to enjoy music and cheer on their friends as they compete. Food vendors, artists and community groups fill the street and park paths. For many years, luthiers have joined the event to share their latest original handmade instruments. Mark your calendar for the 38th Annual — August 26, 2018.
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How running became a moving meditation practice for me.
How to Love Running (From Someone Who Used to Hate It!)
Once upon a time, I'd rather shoot myself in the foot than run a kilometre. Not anymore.
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Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you have to hit the treadmill to get in a good run. Head on outdoors, but just remember to wear these layers.
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Under Armour just launched its new Hovr sole on two new shoes, including the Sonic. We find out what the big deal is about.
"I Got Into Running To Be A Better Nurse"
Seeing her patients deal with their own health issues helped this nurse realize she needed to take control of health. And she did it by running.
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Hopefully, you'll never have to use it.
"I Ran The 305-K Ragnar Relay, And Made Friends For Life."
One woman's story about running the 305-K Rangar relay to help young girls in her community. It's a pretty powerful story, so get ready to be motivated.
Time For Running: Yes, You Deserve The Run And The Me-Time
We can always find an excuse not to go for a run. So to flip the script, here's a how-to handbook to finding the time for running – and for you.
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Do you suffer from runner's diarrhea? Here's how to deal with this common problem with just a few simple changes to your diet.
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Work harder and work smarter. This instructional video takes you through five strengthening moves that will help you run better.
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This workout for runners will make you run stronger, faster and better. (Plus, you'll be at a lower risk for injury.)
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New Balance just launched its latest shoe Fuel Cell, which has some heritage details you just might not see at first look.
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People are freaking out over Puma's latest ad, where the reality star and makeup mogul sports running gear mid stride. Their main complaint: Her form is off. Let's set the record straight.
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Find out how Nike's Air VaporMax shoe performs on the road with our full (honest!) review.
RunGo: A GPS Running App Helps The Visually Impaired Run On Their Own
How is an app helping those with visual impairment run on their own? Find out, as we chat with the app developer.
Will a "Smarter" Bra Make You a Better Runner?
This Canadian-made "smart" bra could be the running motivation you've been looking for.
The Best Reflective Workout Gear For Cold, Dark Days
Stay safe in your workout long after the sun sets.
What Every Runner Needs To Do Before They Die
When it comes to the love of running, a destination race will totally fuel that fire.
5 Of The Greatest Running Vacation Destinations On Earth
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Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Back Workout
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- Luvena CervantesMarch 3, 2015 at 7:08 PM
Hey girl first your back looks AWESOME!!! Wondering what is low row machine and also if it ever possible I would love a video of wide grip rows. I always have a hard time figuring what is a good width and how far to pull back. Also I am assuming your pulldownw where just regular lat pulldowns? Sorry for all the questions.ReplyDeleteReplies
i think these pulldowns are different Luvena :) I incorporated much of this workout with one of little b's previous back/bicep workouts and did these while standing, arms straight....Delete
Thanks Luvena! Low row machine is a Hammer Strength machine-http://www.exercise.wsu.edu/resistance/display.aspx?id=347Delete
I can definitely try to get a photo or video of the wide grip rows, and no not regular pulldowns. I use the free motion cable machine and sit down on my knees and pull down. Same motion as regular pulldowns put you're holding two separate handles, not a bar.
i opened this email in b/t sets at the gym...i was working on one of your other back/bi workouts so today I combined the two!!! loved it! thanks! :)ReplyDeleteReplies
Nice!! Glad you found them useful!Delete
Nice back. Thanks for giving me motivation after a long break. I love the workout routine. The bent over barbell row is the toughest for me. You are my motivation. Thanks.ReplyDelete
Your back looks ammmazing!!!!ReplyDelete
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Merck's Efficiency Materials business develops excessive-tech options for the automotive trade. That statement is the main target of this article. That assertion is an outright lie. You and Gov. Palin could feel the ethics violation was a lot ado about nothing, but you may't simply say with a straight face that the report cleared her of all unethical exercise. It particularly didn't do this; it found she abused her power and violated the Ethics Act. You may suppose that is not a giant deal. Frankly, compared with her gross underqualification for the Vice Presidency, it isn't. However there is no doubt that in discussing the conclusions of the report, Palin has repeatedly lied.
She used her workplace to fire Monegan as a result of he wouldn't fireplace her ex-brother-in-law. She tried to use her office to cause her ex-brother-in law hurt – and when that failed she fired the person who stood in the best way in an effort to put someone extra malleable in his place. Investigations of the complaints filed towards Wooten resulted in a one week suspension without pay, there was no credible evidence – only the complaints of the Palins. The report also points out that the "first dude" performed a big function in this and had unprecedated access and power. Is this somebody you actually wish to give extra power to? She and first dude want to go back to Alaska.
Bill-Szym is fallacious in his conclusions. The legislative council is comprised of largely Republicans they usually unanimously released Branchflowers report which stated Sarah abused her energy. As stated, above, I have read the Report in full. Also, you aren't "GOING TO ALLOW US TO HAVE PALIN". Simply as with George Bush, if that is God Will, there's nothing YOU can do about it. I am sick and uninterested in the Republicans having it both methods and it is time that Palin takes her MLF two-faced racist arse again to Alaska and stay in Alaska.
Oh, hi there JakeD, the selective report quoter. Everyone knows the report mentioned she was within her authorized proper to hire and hearth at will. My post made no mention of her breaking a legislation. Abuse of power is, for the purposes of this report and any anticipated legal action, SOLELY outlined inside the limits of the law. I trust her "morals" more than I do Barack HUSSEIN Obama's, that's for sure. The courtroom of public opinion will determine the remainder by November 4th.
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Requirements for the Minor in Science and Engineering (LSE)
Before declaring the Science and Engineering minor, each student should plan his or her program in consultation with the director of the minor. All courses for the minor must be passed with a letter grade of C or higher.
Completion of the minor requires 19 credits.
1. All of the following minor courses:
LSE 201 Opportunities in Science and Engineering
LSE 310 Current issues in Science and Engineering
LSE 320 Future Trends in Science and Engineering
2. Two introductory science courses from the list of department designators below. Courses must not be from the same department. (See notes 2 and 4.)
Astronomy (AST)
Atmospheric Sciences(ATM)
Biology (BIO)
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Physics (PHY)
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When Stillman and Birn sent some books for review, naturally a Beta was included. I figured I'd let my girls at it, since they like to paint and surely having 5 & 6 year old girls paint on paper would be a pretty serious test. but after using the other books for a while I got a bit protective, and didn't want to give up the Beta. That left the watercolor up to me, and I dreaded it. I put it off, put it off some more, and then finally I jumped. I must have had some kind of fear of watercolors.
Experienced artists with good technique find Beta to be perfectly usable paper. But what about the rest of us? What about people like me who haven't picked up a brush with creative intent in decades? I'm as good a hack as anyone, and figured the absence of technique would provide a good test.
My first experiment was using tube paints from Reeves to color a simple sketch. Those familiar with You Can Draw In 30 Days will recognize the elements, and I'm sure the art of my children has been an influence:
I squeezed paint onto a pallet, and even mixed colors a bit to get different greens and different reds. The sky was way too thick and I tried to thin it out with more water once it was on the paper. I didn't soak the page beforehand like some tutorials suggest. I just went at it like someone who had paints and a brush and no instruction, and who was used to painting walls. I was pretty pleased with the result, all things considered.
The paper took it just fine. It was almost like painting on plywood, or sheetrock. As I got each part wet, it did get a little wavy, but in the end the page stayed fairly flat but for a gentle curve:
Not bad considering that some houses have received thinner coats of paint. With the cover closed it flattened out:
After a few days and painting the other side the sheet flattened right out.
My next experiment was with Prismacolor watercolor pencils. Shrunk down a bit the one of Riley on the right doesn't look half bad to my eye, but the other one is pretty horrid. As they say, don't be afraid to make a bad drawing! I had no idea I was so fearless 😎 By the way, the paper is white – I just didn't correct the white balance.
I think I prefer watercolor pencils to actual watercolor paints. They seem easier to work with for me, but that didn't save me from the temptation of travel and pocket sets – one each from Sakura and Winsor & Newton. The red Uni KH-20 pencil sharpener below was painted using Sakura's 12-color pocket travel set, using the color of the pans as the guide to which red to choose – bad move, as they look a lot different on paper than they do in the pan. The crab was pencils.
When I spoke to Michael Kallman, the main guy at Stillman and Birn, he said that many folks were using the Epsilon and Alpha books for watercolor even though that is not what they're intended for and S & B doesn't recommend it. Since we all want a book that does everything but in the end we'll have to live with compromises, I decided to see how the thinner paper reacts for myself.
So I decided to do some color charts from the portable watercolor sets, along with some tests to see if some of the pens I have would take a wash, in my Epsilon book. Noodler's Bulletproof black proved to be more like BB-gun proof, incidentally. The paper got a bit lumpy, and in spots where I tried to blend colors aggressively a bit of pulp came up. When dry the paper flattened out, but the scrubbed areas were rough to the touch. The folks who are adept with paints don't seem to have any issues, but I think I'll stick with Beta. The Sakura Micron was the only pen that could take a wash without smearing like crazy – but it needed 5 minutes or so to dry first.
When I first started using the books I was predisposed to like the Epsilon. It was most like what I had already, and being mostly a fountain pen user it seemed like a safe choice. Now I've changed my mind. I see why people get into watercolors, both the paints and the pencils. They're fun. They also take more than a few different knacks to do well, and those who haven't yet developed the skills need a surface that will be patient – for me that is Beta. A fine fountain pen, and a a harder lead work well enough on Beta that I'd rather have the thicker paper than the smoother surface. It's more opaque than the others, and more crinkle resistant.
I did do a little watercolor, both paints and pencils, in my Leuchtturm1917 notebook, which has 80g paper. Pretty much instant buckling, and any scrubbing quickly rended the surface. Simply wetting pencil lightly wasn't too bad, but this is definitely not viable watercolor paper, nor was it intended to be. I tried it because I wanted to see what the other end of the spectrum looked like.
I haven't given Alpha much use – just a light sketch and very light wash with the watercolor pencils. I will give it a more serious try next, and my mind may change again, but for now I think Beta would be my first choice for a do-everything paper.


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The Jissak are a feline-looking race. Altough they might seem fragile at first, the Jissak are usually very flexible, agile and sly, therefore a terrifying opponent in either gun or hand-to-hand combat. That, and the brutal weaponry they gained access to makes them highly dangerous.
Oddly, they don't seem to like members of their own species very much. They barely control a subterranean city-state on Tlalok that is the site of a lost Iskir civilization. This city is not their real place of origin and it is not revealed where they came from. They have no roots, no national or racial consciousness, their society is chaotic. Many of them abandoned their planet in their spaceships. They seek wealth because their home planet is rather plain. They tend to rob other space ships and sell the loot. They are often referred to as the Jissak Marauders due to their pirateous ways and they obviously have a rather bad reputation.In their early days of discovery, they have conquered and slain the Iskir on their home planet Tlalok and have set up their own home on the planet. They have made researches on the remnants of the abandoned Iskir technology and build advanced spaceships and weaponry, even before overpopulations. However, they were not quite satisfied with Iskir technology, mainly because they couldn't understand it's true depth and purpose without their original inventors. They completely ignored all safety and invented the infamous Marauder ships.
Later on, they have met with the Mer, just like the Crale did, but they were much more cautious and forged an alliance with them. The Mer were happy to have an ally, because they were still a bit afraid of the Crale threat, even with the peace treaty Tahebyu made with them. The Jissak gained considerable military power through Mer sources, and in return, they shared their weapon schematics with their allies, so the Pari System gained a considerably good defensive system.


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Eldership: Harvesting from the depths of our lives
The ManKind Project International Council of Elders, and especially the MKP Canada Elders invite you to come to the University of Calgary Campus in Calgary, Alberta, Canada September 14-17, 2017. There is something at this World Elder Gathering for everyone, including great plenary speakers, excellent breakouts, a separate women's program in the afternoons, and of course the world-famous talent show on Saturday evening. There will be plenty of breaks and lots of time for visiting too.
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SPECIAL NOTE: Your registration fee includes the program and BREAKFAST AND LUNCH each day, but NOT DINNER. There are many food options on campus, and a rapid transit station is a 10-minute walk away from the hotel where you can quickly get downtown to where there are many restaurants.
You will pay for your own accommodation at the hotel Alma: Hotel Alma.
Everything happens at the University of Calgary Hotel Alma! You will not have to wander all over the campus to get to your next session.
You might want to plan to stay on for a few days to see a bit of the country too. World famous Banff National Park in the blue Canadian Rockies is just 90 minutes west, not to mention Lake Louise, Kananaskis Provincial Park, The Columbia Ice Fields, Jasper National park, and of course the Banff-Jasper highway, which is arguably one of the prettiest drives in the world.
2017 marks Canada's 150th anniversary of confederation. This year Canada is offering FREE admission to all of its National Parks including Banff National Park. Check out this video about Alberta … Remember To Breathe … and this one about Summer/Fall in Banff to get an idea of what a treat you are in for after the WEG.
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I've attended WEG'S in England, Australia, Hawaii and now looking forward to Canada. So many informative lectures and ceremonies – some with men and some with women alone – it would be very hard to say what was the best. However, It is very easy to report the marvelous meetings of women – some old friends, some new – and we share and we connect and we love each other – always the best and always lasting. It is powerful to be with men as well – at these gatherings it feels as if we can change the world for the best!
Kay Reigler, Michigan
I missed the first WEG IN 2004 and after hearing how great it was I have been to every WEG and USAGE since. My wife and I look forward to visiting again with all the wonderful people we have gotten to know at these elder gatherings.
Rod Clay, Iowa
I am excited! This is my 10th WEG! Yes, I have attended every one of the ten World Elder Gatherings starting at Bedford, IN, in 2004! Jean, my wife, has attended the last 5 of them with me, starting in 2009 in England. We have also attended the 5 USA Gathering of Elders. I am honored and blessed to be a part of the process that developed these gatherings.
I have many rich and deeply meaningful memories from these gatherings. Some of the are:
1. Fellowship: In planning meetings it has often been said that the gathering would be a great success without a program because we all find so much to share with each other; I look forward to hugs, sharing with others and having my heart touched in so many ways by my elder brothers and sisters
2. Rituals: Meaningful rituals that are often based on the ancient culture of the location of the meeting touch my spirit and I judge the spirit of others
3. Programs: The Programs inform, teach, inspire and challenge me to take action as an elder in the world
4. Culture: Seeing, touching and feeling the culture at the location and the area surrounding it enrich my soul
There is time for you to join elders from around the world in Calgary this fall. I hope you will consider doing just that. To read information about the program, go to:
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My wife, Donna and I attended the 2015 WEG in Hawaii and found ourselves both inspired and transformed. There is something truly wonderful about gathering with many dozens of other conscious elders to play, listen, share and grow that made the decision to attend the 2017 WEG a slam dunk. We are looking forward to the trip through the awesome Canadian Rockies and our time with each of you.
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I love going to World Elder Gatherings. This will be my sixth. At the WEG I can spend time with authentic people who are also travelling this challenging path of becoming an elder.
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I'm dashing this off on a Tuesday evening, and I just saw this sentence in a story on foxnews.com:
"Some 20 to 25 'Tonight Show' staffers were laid off Friday and Leno took a sizable pay cut to reportedly to [sic] spare additional job cuts. Producers were also reportedly given the option to take pay cuts or lose their jobs."
Forget about the extra "to" in "...to reportedly to spare..." That's a typo, not an indication of a lack of rhetorical savvy. And forget that the writer has split an infinitive. It's no longer a grievous matter to boldly go into split infinitude. Neither of these lapses are really a sign of naiveté, where journalism is concerned. They are just matters of sloppiness or poor grammar. Our real issue here has to do with the fact that the word "reportedly" is being bandied about in an article that is by a news outlet that most Americans deem to be a serious journalistic franchise.
Keep in mind, now, that the scribe who is penning these words is a "reporter."
"Reportedly" is one of those waffle words that thrive in tabloids, gossip rags, and other merely semi-legitimate media. When, in an article, it rears its head, it means that the writer hopes to be relieved of the hard work, and the honest steps, of attributing a statement to its legitimate source. The writer stated, "...Leno took a sizable pay cut reportedly to spare additional jobs..." What, exactly, does "reportedly" mean in this context? Did Leno do it, and did he do it to spare the jobs, or did he not? If he did, just say so. If someone else reported it, tell us who said so. If you cannot precisely say that he took a cut, or why he took a cut, don't go all coy on us. The writer said that "producers were also reportedly given the option to take pay cuts..." Were they? I don't think you really, truly know. You say they "reportedly" were. What does that mean? Did you uncover the facts? State them then, and forget the hedging - you are national media. If you are merely guessing it's all true, stay out of it. Or, at the very least, state who reported it, if you've done even that much research, and then you can leave the word "reportedly" out of it. That's not taking things to the level of journalism, but it's a step better than the "reportedly" ambiguities you're floating.
This murkiness is a practice that finds a parallel in the idea of a reporter using the word "rumor" or "rumored." Such tactics are ludicrous, if one really thinks about them. Unless the "reporter" can get the facts, he shouldn't be reporting. It is his job to convey facts, not rumors. It is his job to unearth rumors and squelch them - not spread them. For a reporter to send a story to an editor with a word like "rumor" in it, well, that's like broadcasting to one's boss that one has declined to do one's job. The job is to get someone to confirm or deny. The job is to communicate news, not hearsay.
The use of words like "reportedly" has another parallel in the use of passive voice. Most people have heard, at one time or another, that active voice is to be preferred over passive voice, if clear and responsible communications are desired. Passive voice is the voice of the obscurantist. We hear it in the politician who faces the congressional panel and says "Mistakes were made." The passive construction "were made" conveniently relieves the speaker of having to put a subject, a doer of the action, into the sentence. Blame is skirted.
"Fox News: Fair and Balanced." The first step toward "fair" is the step of attribution. That's the basis of this journalism thing, and with so many tabloids masquerading as media, we really need Fox and any legitimate media to practice reportage, not its cheap imitation.


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In Japanese architecture, an engawa (縁側 or 掾側) or en (縁) is an edging strip of non-tatami-matted flooring, usually wood or bamboo. The ens may run around the rooms, on the outside of the building, in which case they resembles a porch or sunroom.
Usually, the en is outside the translucent paper shōji, but inside the amado (雨戸) storm shutters (when they are not packed away).[1][2] However, some en run outside the amados. Ens that cannot be enclosed by amados, or sufficiently sheltered by eaves, must be finished to withstand the Japanese climate.[3] Modern architecture often encloses an en with sheet glass. An engawa allows the building to remain open in the rain or sun, without getting too wet or hot, and allows flexible ventilation and sightlines.[4]
The area under an engawa is sloped away from the building, and often paved, to carry the water away. The area directly outside the paving is usually a collector drain that takes water still further away.[3] The engawa is thus a way to bridge the obstacles good drainage puts between the indoors and the outdoors.
En means an edge; gawa a side.[6] The terms en and engawa were historically used interchangeably,[7][8] but engawa now generally refers to the veranda directly outside the shutters.[citation needed] Types of en include:
Positional terms[edit]
- hiro-en (広縁), an inner en, possibly enclosed
- ochi-en (落縁), an en set one step below the floor (or en) inside it
- nure'en (濡れ縁), literally a "wet en", an en protruding from under the eaves and not protected by amado.
If there are fewer than three ens, an en may be described by more than one of the positional terms.[9]
Structural terms[edit]
- mawari-en (回縁), a wrap-around en, often a wrap-around veranda
- kirime-en (切目縁), a en with boards running across its width
- kure-en (榑縁), a en with boards running along its length
- sunoko-en (簀子縁), a veranda with a slatted floor for better drainage
- takesunoko-en (竹簀の子縁), a bamboo sunoko-en
Kirime-en showing traditional mitered corner treatment; if it continues all around the building, it is also a mawari-en. Sunoko-en in foreground.
Kure-en. The gravel path may well double as a collector drain.
Relation to other house components[edit]
The core of a traditional building is the innermost room or moya (母屋) (see diagram). This is surrounded by the hisashi (廂,庇), which is on the same level, and is usually inside the windows and amado (雨戸) storm shutters. The hisashi is often a ring of tatami-floored rooms, but may be an unmatted en; see also hirobisashi (広廂,広庇, 弘廂). In a large building, there may be further layers of tatami-floored rooms,[11] courtyards, and further floorplan complications.
Cultural role[edit]
Engawas are often proportioned so that one can sit on the edge and observe the garden.[12] They provide a space for playing children and casual visitors.[4]
An engawa is part of the house, and shoes are therefore not worn on it.[13] Guests' shoes are lined up pointing outwards.
While engawas declined with the Westernization of Japanese architecture,[4] they are making a comeback in modern architecture.[4][14]
Modern mawari-en in Denmark.
|Wikimedia Commons has media related to Engawa.
- ^ 縁 [En]. The Daijisen. Shougakukan. 1995.
- ^ http://www.rothteien.com/superbait/shojiscreens.htm
- ^ a b http://kesterhouse.com/exterior/engawa.html
- ^ a b c d http://www.oldphotosjapan.com/en/photos/274/woman-in-room
- ^ http://www.aisf.or.jp/~jaanus/deta/o/ochien.htm
- ^ http://www.dictionary.com/browse/engawa
- ^ "Engawa". Retrieved 2008-07-20.
- ^ http://www.aisf.or.jp/~jaanus/deta/e/en.htm
- ^ http://www.aisf.or.jp/~jaanus/deta/n/nureen.htm, http://www.aisf.or.jp/~jaanus/deta/o/ochien.htm
- ^ http://www.aisf.or.jp/~jaanus/deta/h/hisashi.htm
- ^ http://www.aisf.or.jp/~jaanus/deta/s/shindenzukuri.htm
- ^ https://archiscapes.wordpress.com/2015/01/15/japanese-traditional-engawa-space/
- ^ http://nekohakase.tumblr.com/post/69376906088/engawa
- ^ https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34439424/list/design-workshop-how-the-japanese-porch-makes-a-home-feel-larger/


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CMHS Foundation Minutes
February 12, 2018
Call to order: 4:30pm
Roll Call: Quorum was present, see sign-in sheet attached.
Approval of minutes from January 8, 2018, Gary Bermudez moved to approve and Clare Warner seconded. Motion carried.
Treasurer's report: Attached. VAPA and Sheldon Scholarships will be listed separate, Union Bank #2. Maria Nickless moved to approve and Jana Sullivan seconded. Motion carried.
Committee Reports:
- Home Tour summary –The committee has not had their wrap up meeting, update will be provided at our next meeting. As of 1/31/18 the numbers were $16,776 income and $9820 expenses – CMHS Foundation Treasurer report.
- Legacy Tile project – Start advertising again on social media, School Loop and at the Spring Spot Light on 4/12/18.
- Fall event theme will be Oktoberfest on September 15, 2018
Old Business:
- 2018 Board of Directors – we received resignation letters from Mike Aguilar and Tim Taber. Ian Delzer attended our meeting and has experience with non-profits and fundraiser. He is interested in joining the CMHS Foundation Board of Directors.
- Audit – a review will be done when the taxes have been completed
- By Laws – Jen and Lisa will look over the original and draft then board will approve changes at March meeting.
New Business:
- Fall 2018 Oktoberfest event – Moved by Debbie Krohnfeldt and seconded by Lisa Feinstein to have a Save The Date insert in the 2 Drama productions – Music Man and Bring it On giving $300 to Mesa Theater Booters.
- Insurance needed for Directors and Officers, $1 million policy renewal is $1240. Also need liability and a quote has been requested.
- Grants will be due 4/30/18 and approved in June 2018. Photos of grant in place due January 2019. If a grant is more than $200 CMHS Foundation will need a quote attached. Moved by Debi Wanbaugh and seconded by Sharon Comer. Motion carried. Discussion – we will keep these dates for each year, due 4/30, approved June and photos due in January.
Public comments: None
Principal's comments: Jake Haley shared how great a community we have – everyone come together when needed. Teams that have advanced onto CIF Girls Water Polo, Boys Soccer, Boys Basketball, Solo Night is 2/15/18, Cheer placed 2nd and 5th in competition in Florida and Mock Trial has a team competing. Looking forward at the Fall programs and registration.
City Advisor's comments: None
Board of Director's comments: Drama has a play "Bring it On" March 2-11. Music strings program at Vanguard. New group on campus – Nautical Dept, they will have a 16' canoe that needs to be built then race at Lake Skinner May 17-19. Solar Cup and Mesa Water District are sponsors and more are needed to purchase items to complete the canoe. It was moved by Gary Bermudez and seconded by Jana Sullivan to sponsor Nautical Dept with $1000. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 5:30 pm
Next meeting: Monday, March 12, 2018 at 4:30 pm in CMHS Library
Respectfully Submitted,
Debbie Krohnfeldt, Secretary
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Engagement sessions are a great way to connect with your clients, but they are very different from the grueling marathon of photographing a wedding. You have a lot more time than you do on the wedding day to set up poses and get to know the couple. Here at ShootDotEdit, we help wedding pros with their color correction and print sales, and we see a lot of engagement sessions each and every season. Here are 10 tips to help professional wedding photographers nail the engagement session and your engagement photo poses.
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Coming up with engagement photo poses that suit your couple is vital to building trust and rapport for the wedding day. In addition, you get the chance to show your skills and impress the couple, capturing images that should be a precursor for their wedding photos. And, all the while, you are getting the know the couple better, which will only serve to help you on the wedding day. Lets look through our 10 tips for better engagement photo poses.
1. Use Basic Poses
Engagement Shoots should always follow the KISS principle – Keep It Simple – particularly when it comes to posing. Basic wedding photographer poses always help to get the best shots and help the session to flow smoothly. Pick poses that you know in advance will be flattering and comfortable to both the future bride and the groom. It can be good to have a few "go-to" poses, just in case you get in a bind. For more posing tips, make sure to watch our Posing Critique Online Training with Roberto Valenzuela.
2. Bring Minimal Gear
Following the Keep It Simple mantra, less is more when it comes to choosing camera gear for an engagement shoot. You don't need to haul your whole wedding rig. Even though the engagement shoot is shorter than the wedding day, there is plenty of movement involved (which can tire you out, especially with too much gear to carry around). If planned right, one camera body (with a backup in the car!) and two or three of your favorite lenses should be enough.
3. Provide Clear Instructions
Since this is usually your first time working with the couple, be sure to be extra clear with posing instructions and engage in light-hearted banter. Engagement shoots can be great practice sessions before the wedding day. It allows you to get to know the couple and vice-versa. It also helps to establish trust in advance.
Related: What should you do with your images after the engagement shoot? Share them on your blog! Take a look at how successful blogging places your photos in front of ideal clients here!
4. Switch Shooting Angles
Posing may be simple, but the shooting angles do not have to be. Make sure to always get your "safe shot" in a pose, then look for different angles before you move the couple. Think very close up and very far away for more variation. When you have a variety of angles to shoot from, your portfolio becomes more diverse, helping you attract ideal clients when you share the images.
5. Incorporate your Environment
Shoot through objects and use your surroundings as props. For example, if you find yourself in a field with tall grasses and wildflowers, consider posing the couple in the grasses, then position yourself to include some out-of-focus greenery in the foreground of the image. It can help add visual interest and establish where you are location wise.
When you're still learning how to take engagement photos, focusing on the natural landscape around you will dramatically help. Engagement photo poses that incorporate the environment draw a connection between the location and the couple, creating a wonderful dynamic. For example, if you are doing beach engagement photos, weave the ocean and sand into your photos so that the images incorporate the setting.
6. Find the Perfect Light
Look for the right lighting by scheduling engagement shoots during the "golden hour" – that time of day one hour after sunrise or one hour before sunset. You may not have any say over timing or lighting on the wedding day, so use the engagement session to book during your ideal shooting time.
Tip: If for some reason you cannot book the engagement session during your ideal shooting time, practice new lighting techniques! From understanding how to work through harsh lighting to shooting at night, capturing the perfect light during the engagement shoot is possible in any situation.
7. Let it Rain
Do not immediately cancel because of inclement weather. Overcast skies or even a little sprinkle can provide interesting lighting conditions. Also, umbrellas or tucking the couple under the eaves can be fun ways to show intimacy. Take a look at these tips to keep your gear safe in dangerous conditions.
8. Shoot for an Album
A popular way to showcase an engagement session is to have it printed as a guest signing book to display at the wedding. Keep that in mind during the session and look for details or angles that will add to a possible book layout. An album is something your couple can keep and show their friends and family members, keeping you top of mind in case they might need a wedding photographer.
Engagement picture poses work naturally for an album, and often times, professional photographers forget to offer one to their clients. Since you'll be shooting a variety of poses, ranging from completely posed to natural and candid, your final images will make a wonderful album. One idea: offer to make your couple a signing book that wedding guests can write in on the wedding day. Build the book with engagement pictures.
Related: We've pulled 26 key tips from Roberto Valenzuela's Picture Perfect Lighting – use them to advance your lighting knowledge!
9. Encourage Interaction
Because you are showcasing two people in love and committing their lives to each other, kissing, hugging, and holding hands are all appropriate during the engagement shoot, and will make great moments. Just try to avoid anything the couple would not want to show their future grandchildren.
10. Enjoy the Shoot
Engagement sessions are a great way to capture beautiful portraits of people and showcase your signature style. Take moments to have fun with the couple – even if they don't yield any images, you are building rapport with the couple. And that will pay off in big dividends on the wedding day!
Creating the best poses for the bride and groom can help them relax and provide you with genuine expressions. When you can include your couple's emotions into the engagement shoot, you will continuously create stunning photos they are sure to love! Learn more about posing your couples on the wedding day with our Pro Photographer Lighting and Posing Guide!


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1983--This was the Golden Anniversary game in Comiskey Park, and the American League broke an 11-game skid with a 13-3 win. But, as many Chicagoans will remember, it was a real snoozer for anyone who didn`t have the AL in a 13-run pool. The winners got seven runs in the third, and it was over early. The contest had five errors.


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Chief Justice David Maraga has directed Dr Ekuru Aukot of Thirdway Alliance to go back to the High Court for an interpretation on whether he can run in the repeat presidential election.
Dr Aukot is seeking to be included in the repeat presidential race.
Dr Aukot filed the case after the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) announced that the repeat poll, which is scheduled for October 17, will only be a contest between President Uhuru Kenyatta and National Super Alliance (Nasa) leader Raila Odinga.
In his response, Mr Odinga has supported the inclusion of Dr Aukot in the repeat poll saying it is discriminatory to lock him out yet he participated in the August 8 presidential poll.
Both President Uhuru Kenyatta and IEBC are opposed to the suit arguing that the court has already determined who should run in a repeat poll.
Dr Aukot says he has a direct, legitimate and inalienable constitutional right to participate in the fresh presidential election, having been a contender in the last poll and that the gazette notice which announced the race is discriminatory and unconstitutional.
But IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati says Dr Aukot is not eligible to contest the fresh poll, having conceded defeat in a press conference immediately after the August 8 election.
Dr Aukot says the electoral agency can only limit the number of candidates in a presidential election when the court orders a re-run.
"I believe that my political right and that of my constituents as enshrined in the Constitution are threatened, violated and infringed [on] by the decision of IEBC and Chebukati to exclude me in the fresh election without lawful justification," adds Dr Aukot.


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Michael Cavanagh is a consultant specialising in organisational learning, development and project management. In his 40-year career, Michael Cavanagh has worked as a Programmer, Systems Analyst, Project Manager, Department Head and Consultant in a number of business sectors. In recent years, he has concentrated on the transfer of knowledge and wisdom in an organisational context. This work on experiential learning has led to the focus of his research and consulting activity being the use of systems thinking techniques to perform 'forensic' analysis of major project failure and the ways in which lessons can be derived and corrective process improvement implemented, applying these ideas in very large long-term projects.
Michael has worked alongside many organisations in Defence, Transportation and Petrochemical sectors across Europe, the USA, Canada and the Middle East. He is a regular speaker at international conferences and in major Business Schools.
Michael is also an ordained Anglican priest in the Church of Ireland, responsible for the churches of the Kenmare and Dromod Union, Co. Kerry.


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At least 59 people were killed and hundreds more were injured Sunday night when a gunman opened fire on more than 22,000 people gathered near the Mandalay Bay Casino for a country music festival.
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On walking to the Prince Edward Theatre on Thursday night, I passed a poster for Miss Saigon which listed all of the awards the show has won recently. Having now seen the show, I can totally understand why it won so many awards.
Miss Saigon tells the story of the meeting of an American GI, Chris and Kim, a young girl on her first night working in a bar. They fall in love during the final days of American occupation of Saigon but their romance unfortunately is short lived. Like many girls at the time, Kim was sadly left behind when the Americans left, clinging to the hope that one day she would be rescued.
Miss Saigon reflects on life at the end of the Vietnam War and is played by an amazing cast. The story is entertaining and extremely moving! A highlight of the show for me was the famous helicopter scene. I would definitely recommend Miss Saigon to others and I would love to see this show again in the future.
I stayed overnight at the 3-star Imperial Hotel on Russell Square and walked to and from the theatre which was an easy 20 minute walk.
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GlassFish User Group Japan holds study meetings about GlassFish and Java EE a few times a year. Each event attracts around 50-80 GlassFish enthusiasts who get together to discuss the technologies and watch presentations delivered by the group members, talking about their studies and real-live experiences with Java EE and GlassFish.
The last Group meeting was held on the 16th of September in the Oracle Office (Oracle Japan provides rooms for the Java User Group meetings), attracting around 60 attendees. The agenda was filled with presentations on Java EE performance, Java EE 8 MVC, Payara Micro on Heroku, and introduction to Payara Server.
All speakers used Payara Server in their presentations and the BadassFish app server was one of the main discussion topics during the networking session after the meeting.
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5 ways to SIMPLIFY your meal prep
One of the biggest frustrations I hear from clients regarding changing their eating habits to a healthier diet rich in real foods is the time and energy spent in the kitchen.
I'm not going to lie and tell you that it won't take more effort than just opening a jar of sauce and tossing it into some pasta and meat. It does take more work, but it doesn't need to be as hard and complicated as most of us make it.
Just like we need to simplify so many other aspects of our life to bring us a more peaceful and intentional lifestyle or home, we need to do that with our meal prep as well. If you have little kids, you may feel like you live in the kitchen. It seems as if the second you feed them their snack, they are begging for lunch and it never seems to end as long as they are awake.
I wanted to share a few tips that can help you simplify your meal prep routines and save you precious time and mental energy:
Create a Weekly Meal Routine
We live in a world full of choices from the clothes we put on to the food that we eat. Our options seem limitless. This variety and abundance can cause decision fatigue that not only wears out our minds, but drains us physically as well. Capsule wardrobes are all the rage right now just to combat this very problem. Its not just minimalists who are ditching their full closets in favour of a handful of options that reduce the amount of decision making we have to do in a day.
This same principle can be applied to our meal prep routine. I'm not simply talking about sitting down once a week to plan out the meals for the week so you don't have to think about what to cook each individual day. If you want some tips on meal planning, check out my post here. That is only a start, but you still have to spend that time once a week planning and trying to figure out what to cook can be stressful and draining.
Once you are in habit of meal planning once a week, try to create certain days where you always eat the same type of things. This type of routine will simplify the decision and give back precious space in your mind for dealing with other more pressing issues.
Part of my weekly routine is that I always roast 2 whole chickens on top of chopped root vegetables the day after I go grocery shopping. Those chickens are then used for the base of my dinners and lunches for the rest of the week. With that cooked chicken I have a handful of meals that I make with it. This can be done with any large piece of meat– beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, etc. Not only will this save you time and mind space, but these types of cuts often save you money as well.
While I don't make the exact same thing every day of every week (because that would get boring) I do rotate through very similar types of dishes.
Another option for a meal planning routine is to give themes to different days of the weeks to make it easier to pick meals like Taco Tuesdays, Fish Fridays, Meatless Mondays, Salad Saturdays, etc. Find something simple that you and your family love and keep it in rotation regularly.
Embrace Leftovers and Batch Cooking
If you follow me on Instagram, you will see how often leftovers feature in my feed. If you don't already use leftovers on a regular basis, this is definitely the best place to start. If you implement nothing else but this tip from this list, you will save yourself so much hassle by learning how to use leftovers.
You may be thinking that you never have leftovers and that no matter how much you make there is never anything leftover after dinner. If you have that problem, make double what would be a reasonable amount for your family to eat. Then before you even serve dinner, put half of it in the fridge or freezer out of sight. So if you are making lasagne, make 2 smaller trays instead of 1 big tray. Cook double the amount of meat than you would need and keep half of it to the side.
If you take all of it out to the table or leave it on the stove, people will go back for seconds and thirds that they may not really need. Make them fill up on the vegetable sides instead, then you are killing 2 birds with one stone. They are eating more vegetables (which are very nutrient dense and not to mention cheaper) and you are having to cook one less meal.
Batch cooking and then freezing is similar to leftovers, but might work better if you have a spouse who refuses to eat leftovers. Personally, I'd just have them to make their own if they don't want leftovers, but that may not work for everyone. For those of you in this situation, batch cooking is great because you put it away for another week. The stigma of leftovers is gone. It is also great if you get sick of having the same meal again later on in the week.
All you do is make double (or triple if you're really up for it) of something and then you freeze half (or two thirds) of it. This option doesn't work with all types of meals, but I've included a list of meal items that freeze well:
- Quinoa/Rice cooked in Bone Broth
- Slow Cooked Meats (Pork, Roast, Lamb, etc)
- Soups/Stews
- Sauce Based Meals (Bolognase, Marinara, Alfredo, Pesto, Sloppy Joes, Stroganoff, Lasagne, etc)
Become a Creature of Habit
"No one is born a great cook, one learns by doing."
-Julia Child
Find a handful of simple recipes that you like with a short list of ingredients that can be prepared quickly (don't worry about cooking time because you can often just walk away) and make them all the time. Having to follow a recipe is stressful and time consuming, the more you make a dish the less you need the recipe. Soon enough you will become so familiar with the recipe that you can make it in your sleep.
In the beginning, it will take time. But as Julia Child says you learn by doing. Put in the work to create a habit and eventually the habit will take over and you won't have to put any mental effort into anymore. Then a screaming toddler clinging to your ankles won't distract you or make you ruin the meal. You will be in autopilot.
Pick one recipe to begin with and get really comfortable with that one and gradually integrate more and more until you have about 15 recipes that you can cook on autopilot. At first, your family may grumble a bit about eating the same dish every week, but in time it won't be that way because you will have laid down the foundation for a variety of healthy meals.
Use Frozen Vegetables
Frozen vegetables often get overlooked because people assume they aren't as healthy as fresh vegetables. But they are often flash frozen straight from being picked, which means that they retain more nutrients than their fresh counterparts that have spent weeks being transported losing some of their nutrients each day. When choosing frozen vegetables, just check the back to make sure the ingredients are just the vegetables and nothing else is added.
I like to keep frozen green beans, mushrooms, beets, spinach, kale, peas and cauliflower in my freezer at all time. They are so quick to just toss into a pan and sauce with some healthy fat (coconut oil, tallow, butter, or olive oil) because often they are already washed and chopped. You save a bunch of prep time using these when you can. These are also great to toss into soups or sauces to add easy nutrients.
Become a Pro at Cooking With Less Mess
The most simple cooking requires minimal amounts of clean up. Nothing is more frustrating than spending an hour in the kitchen cooking dinner only to be left with an hour of cleanup afterwards. Here are some tips to help you keep a cleaner kitchen while you cook:
- Getting into the routine of bulk cooking your meat (as I mentioned above) means that you only have to clean up after the meat one time for the whole week. I find that generally cooking meat requires the most time consuming clean up.
- Cook more one pan or one pot recipes like soups, casseroles, skillet, stir frys, etc.
- Use one cutting board and one knife for the whole meal. Its quicker to clean a dirty knife and cutting as you go than to wait until the end to clean up several dirty ones. I also cut my veg starting with the less messy and end with the meat (if I need to cut any) that way I generally only have to clean the knife and cutting board once or maybe twice.
- Always have an empty dishwasher before you start cooking so you can just add things to it as you go. I get in the routine of filling it and starting it at night and unloading it first thing in the morning with my kids (as they get older, they will be in charge of doing this themselves).
- Clean as you go. This is probably one of the biggest time savers of all and means all you have to do after dinner is clean a few serving dishes and utensils.
- Don't bother with all of that fancy kitchen equipment, its really not worth the time it takes to clean up after it. I get by with one high powered small Bullet blender, good knives, cast iron skillet, some pots and pans, one handheld spiralizer, and a few other utensils and dishes. Simplifying your kitchen equipment will bring lots of peace to your cooking routine.
By implementing these practices, you can simplify your own meal prep, spend less time and energy in the kitchen and still feed your family nutrient dense meals.
If you are really interested in reading a bit more on this subject, I wrote another post at the beginning of my pregnancy about feeding your family real food while dealing with extreme fatigue. Here I am now in my third trimester and I'm thinking about simplifying my meal prep routines all over again.
I hope some of these tips work for you in your kitchens and make your life just a bit more simple and less stressful.
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Anabolic steroids differ in their characteristics, which means there are steroids that are only suitable for specific uses. For instance, Trenbolone is not recommended for bulking but it is an outstanding fat burner. This makes it perfect for a lean mass cycle or a cutting cycle. Always take the side effects of a particular compound into consideration whenever you plan a stack. Do not combine anabolic steroids that show similar side effects. For example, never combine Anapolon and Dianabol because they are already quite toxic and if you combine them, the toxicity will increase exponentially and cause serious damage to your body.
Injectable steroids are injected into muscle tissue, not into the veins. They are slowly released from the muscles into the rest of the body, and may be detectable for months after last use. Injectable steroids can be oil-based or water-based. Injectable anabolic steroids which are oil-based have longer half-life than water-based steroids. Both steroid types have much longer half-lives than oral anabolic steroids. And this is proving to be a drawback for injectables as they have high probability of being detected in drug screening since their clearance times tend to be longer than orals. Athletes resolve this problem by using injectable testosterone early in the cycle then switch to orals when approaching the end of the cycle and drug testing is imminent.


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