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Public Health Alerts
Visit this Alerts page regularly to keep abreast of the latest health developments in our region as they unfold. On this page you will find important information on public health issues in the ACT.
Current Alerts
21.05.18 – Availability of influenza (Flu) vaccine
ACT Health is aware of nationwide supply issues with some flu vaccines. There has been a record uptake of the vaccination across the country and in the ACT. This is good news as it means the community is understanding the dangers of influenza and importance of getting the flu shot. However, unprecedented demand for seasonal influenza vaccination has impacted the availability of supplies.
We are closely monitoring influenza vaccine stock for people in the ACT who are eligible to receive free, government-funded vaccine because of their increased risk of complications from influenza. These groups are:
pregnant women;
children aged 6 months to under 5 years;
adults aged ≥65 years;
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons aged ≥15 years; and
all persons aged ≥6 months who have certain medical conditions which increase the risk of influenza disease complications e.g. severe asthma, lung or heart disease, low immunity or diabetes.
ACT Health officials are working together with the Federal Department of Health and other jurisdictions to manage this issue. We would like to reassure the ACT community that we will continue to work with the Federal Department of Health and vaccine suppliers and do everything possible to ensure supply is maintained. The Federal Department of Health is also working closely with companies to ensure additional vaccines are brought into Australia.
We will continue to provide further information for the public as this issue develops. For more information see http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mr-yr18-dept-dept06.htm
02.05.18 - Death Cap mushroom alert due to recent heavy rain
ACT Chief Health Officer, Dr Paul Kelly, today alerted the community to the potential of Death Cap mushrooms growing around the ACT due to the recent heavy rainfall.
Dr Kelly said Death Cap mushrooms are extremely poisonous and can easily be confused with other wild mushrooms and the community are reminded not to pick or eat any wild mushrooms.
"Death Cap mushrooms are typically seen in Canberra from late March, although they can be seen at other times during the year dependent on weather conditions," Dr Kelly said.
"With the recent heavy rain, we are reminding all Canberrans not to pick or eat any wild mushrooms and to pass this message on to family and friends who are visiting or new to Canberra.
"It can be extremely difficult, even for the most experienced collectors, to distinguish a small Death Cap mushroom from an edible mushroom. For this reason, all mushrooms should be purchased from a reputable supplier.
"All parts of the Death Cap mushroom are poisonous, and eating just one can be fatal. Cooking the Death Cap mushroom does not make it safe to eat.
"Anyone who suspects they may have eaten Death Cap mushrooms should seek urgent medical attention at a hospital emergency department. The sooner treatment can begin, the better the patient's chances of survival," Dr Kelly said.
In Canberra, Death Cap mushrooms grow mainly near established oak trees in the wet, warm weather typically observed in late summer and autumn.
Important information about the Death Cap mushroom is available at http://www.health.act.gov.au/datapublications/fact-sheets/environmental-health
20.04.2018 – Safety advisory – risk to patients with latex allergy
Consumers and health professionals are advised that, for the 2018 influenza season, natural rubber latex is present in the sheath covering the needle of trivalent influenza vaccine Fluad. Fluad is available for people aged 65 years and over through the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
While reactions to latex are rare, anyone who has a severe allergy to latex should not receive Fluad. Patients 65 and over can still be safely vaccinated with an alternative trivalent influenza vaccine, Fluzone High-Dose through the NIP.
Please note there are no safety concerns regarding the vaccine itself.
If you, or someone you provide care for, has an allergy to latex, advise your health professional of this fact before receiving any influenza vaccination.
There is an alternative product available on the NIP for those aged 65 and over.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, talk to your health professional.
For more information:
TGA - http://www.tga.gov.au/alert/fluad-trivalent-influenza-vaccine
Commonwealth Department of Health - https://beta.health.gov.au/topics/immunisation
18.04.2018 – Multi-drug-resistant (MDR) gonorrhoea
- The Australian Department of Health has this week issued a statement regarding Multi-Drug Resistant Gonorrhoea.
- Two cases of Multi-drug-resistant (MDR) gonorrhoea have been detected in Australia. One of the cases had recent sex in Southeast Asia.
- Drug resistant gonorrhoea exists in several countries around the world, including Australia. However, these latest cases and a recent one in the UK appear to be the first reported that are resistant to ALL of the antibiotics that have been in routine use against gonorrhoea.
- Multi-drug resistant strains of gonorrhoea can be difficult to treat. Effective treatment of gonococcal infections is important to prevent further spread.
- There have been no cases of MDR gonorrhoea reported in the ACT.
- The number of gonorrhoea cases has been increasing in all Australian States and Territories, including the ACT, over the last few years.
- ACT Health is closely monitoring the situation, and will continue to follow-up all cases of gonorrhoea to ensure effective treatment and testing is undertaken.
- Whether at home or overseas, the best way to prevent gonorrhoea and other sexually transmissible infections is to practise safe sex, even if you and/or your partner don't have symptoms.
- People most at risk of gonorrhoea are men who have unsafe sex with men and males and females who have unsafe heterosexual sex.
- Untreated gonorrhoea can have serious complications, such as pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility in women.
- For more information about gonorrhoea, please see your GP or contact the Canberra Sexual Health Centre on 6244 2184, or see the ACT Health Fact Sheet: http://www.health.act.gov.au/sites/default/files//Fact%20sheets/Gonorrhoea.pdf
- Further information for the public and clinicians is available from the Australian Government Department of Health website, and can be accessed at http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ohp-gonorrhoea.htm
12.04.2018 – Update on Hepatitis A outbreak linked to frozen pomegranate
The case of hepatitis A infection in the ACT that was under investigation has been confirmed as part of the outbreak linked to imported frozen pomegranates. The latest information on the outbreak cases can be found here.
A precautionary recall of Creative Gourmet Pomegranate Arils sold at Coles supermarkets has been undertaken and more information can be found on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand website.
ACT Health is advising consumers who have bought this product to not consume it and to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Hepatitis A is very rarely transmitted by blood transfusion, although this is not known to have occurred in Australia. People who have had confirmed hepatitis A are excluded from donating blood for 12 months after their infection. If you consumed Creative Gourmet pomegranate Arils with a best before date up to and including 21/03/2020 you are excluded from donating blood for two months. If you consumed the Creative Gourmet brand pomegranate Arils and have already donated blood, please contact the Blood Service on 13 14 95.
Refer to this ACT Health fact sheet for more information about hepatitis A.
07.04.2018 – Hepatitis A outbreak linked to frozen pomegranate
ACT Health is investigating a case of hepatitis A in the ACT that may be linked to a cluster of cases in NSW, in which seven people have consumed imported frozen pomegranate sold through Coles stores.
ACT Health is advising consumers who have bought imported frozen pomegranate from Coles supermarkets to not eat the product and dispose of it.
Overnight, NSW Health has identified seven locally acquired cases of hepatitis A, all consumed from an imported product purchased from Coles.
NSW Health is working with other states and territories to determine the prevalence in other jurisdictions and ACT Health is assisting with this investigation.
Symptoms of hepatitis A take from 15 to 50 days to develop. It is caused by a virus that spreads in contaminated food or through poor hygiene.
Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, fever and yellowing of the skin, dark urine and pale stools.
People who have eaten frozen pomegranate from Coles should consult their local general practitioner as early as possible should symptoms appear.
Those who have consumed the product in the past two weeks may benefit from hepatitis A vaccination, if not already protected. If you are unsure if you have been vaccinated in the past it is safe to be re-vaccinated – check with your local general practitioner.
In most people the symptoms of hepatitis A resolve after a few weeks with supportive treatment, mainly rest and fluids.
The NSW Food Authority is working with Coles and state and Commonwealth agencies to minimise the risk to consumers which appears to be linked to an imported frozen product. The NSW Food Authority says fresh pomegranate is not implicated nor Australian grown frozen pomegranate products.
Refer to this ACT Health fact sheet for more information about hepatitis A.
20.03.2018 – Listeriosis warning for rockmelons
States and territories across Australia are continuing to work together to investigate the listeriosis outbreak, which has been linked to a rockmelon grower in NSW (Rombola Family Farms). All affected product has been removed from the supply chain and the company has voluntarily ceased production. To date, the outbreak has affected 17 people nationally and there have been 4 deaths.
There have been no cases reported in the ACT so far this year.
Listeriosis is a serious illness caused by bacteria called Listeria and infection usually occurs from eating contaminated foods. The bacteria can be present in raw foods or foods may become contaminated after processing or cooking.
Those considered to be at high risk for listeriosis include:
- pregnant women;
- elderly people; and
- people with underlying health conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease and HIV.
These people should avoid eating rockmelon and also discard any rockmelon they may already have in their home. Other foods that should be avoided by those at high risk of listeriosis include:
- soft and semi-soft cheese (e.g. ricotta, brie)
- cold cooked chicken
- manufactured and cold meats
- soft serve ice-cream (including in milkshakes)
- cold, smoked and raw seafood
- prepared salads (e.g. from food courts, supermarkets)
- unpasteurised dairy products
- pâté
- ready-to-eat foods such as prepared sandwiches, sushi and bain-marie foods
People at risk should consult their local doctor as early as possible should symptoms appear. Symptoms include:
- fever;
- headache;
- tiredness;
- muscle aches; and
- sometimes gastrointestinal symptoms.
For more information see:
- NSW Food Authority's Media Release
Listeria and food - advice for people at risk (Food Standards Australia and New Zealand)
02.11.2017 – Second case of measles notified to ACT Health
Dr Paul Kelly, ACT Chief Health Officer, is urging Canberrans to be aware of the symptoms of measles after two cases have been confirmed in the last 2 weeks.
The second case of measles notified to ACT Health visited several public locations in Canberra while infectious, prior to their diagnosis.
Specific exposure sites include:
Thursday 26 October 2017
Spar Express Supermarket - Ngunnawal Shopping Centre
IGA Ngunnawal - Ngunnawal Shopping Centre
Coles Amaroo – Amaroo Village
Friday 27 October 2017
Ngunnawal Pharmacy - Ngunnawal Shopping Centre - approximately 3.00pm
Kmart Gungahlin - Gunghalin Shopping Centre - from 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Hogs Breath Café - Woden – from 8.00pm – 09.30pm
Sunday 29 October 2017
Coles Gungahlin – Gunghalin Village - approximately 6.00pm
Cold Rock Gungahlin - Gunghalin Village - from 6.00pm – 6.45pm
The first case of measles notified to ACT Health visited the following locations:
Tuesday 17 October 2017
Asian Noodle House -Dickson - 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Chemist on Northborne – Canberra City - 7.45pm and 8.45pm
We strongly encourage people who were in the same locations as these cases to keep a close watch for symptoms. These include fever, tiredness, runny nose, sore eyes and a cough, followed by a rash, which appears 2-7 days later.
People generally develop symptoms 7-18 days after being exposed to a person with infectious measles, with 10 days being more common. People are infectious from 5 days before they develop a rash until 4 days after.
Information about measles can be found at: www.health.act.gov.au/publications-reports/fact-sheets/measles
03.05.2017 - Recall of Absorb Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold (BVS) System
ACT Health is alerting the community to the hazard alert and recall for Absorb Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold (BVS) System that has been issued by Abbott Vascular Australia, in consultation with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
Absorb BVS System is an implanted medical device (stent) that opens blocked coronary arteries and is fully absorbed by the body overtime.
The device is also being removed from the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG).
The decision to undertake this recall is in response to data from some recent studies showing an elevated rate of major adverse cardiac events, specifically heart attack and blood clot, when compared to patients treated with another alternate stent.
ACT Health is advising people who have received an Absorb BVS System and are concerned to talk to their health professional to ensure that they are receiving appropriate treatment and know the signs and symptoms of heart attack and blood clot.
If people are experiencing any new cardiac-related symptoms, such as irregular heartbeats, chest pain, or shortness of breath, seek immediate medical attention.
In the coming days, ACT Health will be providing any effected patients further information and advising them to speak with their health professional.
Abbott Vascular Australia has written to health professionals who have implanted Absorb BVS System to provide them further information about this issue, including details of the recall procedure.
Consumers and Health Professionals with concerns about this issue are also advised they can contact Abbott Vascular Australia on 1800 550 939.
Further information about the recall is available on the Therapeutic Goods Administration website at: www.tga.gov.au/alert/absorb-bioresorbable-vascular-scaffold-system
11.04.17 – Death Cap mushrooms found in Canberra
ACT Chief Health Officer, Dr Paul Kelly today alerted Canberrans that Death Cap mushrooms have been found in the ACT.
"Death Cap mushrooms are extremely poisonous and can be easily confused with other wild mushrooms", Dr Kelly said.
With the recent wet weather, Death Cap mushrooms have been found in several locations across Canberra. They grow mainly near established oak trees in mild, moist weather.
The Chief Health Officer warned the public not to pick or eat any wild mushrooms.
All parts of the Death Cap mushrooms are poisonous and eating even part of a mushroom could be fatal. It is also important to note that cooking the Death Cap mushroom does not make it safe to eat.
Anyone who suspects they may have eaten a Death Cap mushroom should seek urgent medical attention at a hospital emergency department.
The sooner treatment begins, the better the patient's chances of survival.
Since 2002, there have been four fatalities associated with Death Cap mushrooms in the ACT. During this time, there have also been a number of poisonings associated with Death Cap mushrooms.
The community is reminded to remain vigilant and tell friends and family who are visiting or new to Canberra not to pick or eat any wild mushrooms. For safety, purchase all mushrooms from a reputable supplier.
A Fact Sheet providing important information about the Death Cap mushroom is available online.
04.04.17 – Food Recall
- Organix Finger Foods Baby Biscuits 54g
- Creamy Vanilla Baby Biscuits - Best Before (all dates up to and including) 10.10.2017
- Strawberry Baby Biscuits - Best Before (all dates up to and including) 05.10.2017
- Banana Baby Biscuits - Best Before (all dates up to and including) 13.09.2017
A recall of the above products is being conducted. The products have been available for sale at Coles and Woolworths Nationally.
Problem: The recall is due to a potential choking hazard
Food safety hazard: The product can crumble into pieces which may pose a potential choking hazard
What to do: Consumers should not eat these products and should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For further information please contact: Organix Customer Care 0044 (0) 800393511 firstname.lastname@example.com
Previous Alerts
To view Alerts and Advisories that are no longer current, including alerts issued more than a year ago, visit the previous alerts section of this website.
Further Information
To find out more, visit the Population Health section of this website.
You can find information about consumer food recalls on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand website.


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Cecile and Robyn began Summer Show-Offs in 1989 to inspire and nurture the talents of young people. As Co-Directors Cecile and Robyn work together to create a comfortable environment where students can reach their full potential.
Cecile McNeel Martin received her Bachelor of Music Education from Mississippi University for Women in 1982. While there, she performed in the musical groups "Meh Ladies" & "The Masker's Washboard Band". She later received her Masters Degree in Voice from Mississippi State University, where she also taught voice. Cecile founded & directed the show choirs: Visions, Sophisticats, & Pizzazz while teaching in the Grenada, Mississippi School System. During her long career, she has been a featured instructor in Boston, MA with American Show Choir Camps. She has served as a guest clinician for show choir camps throughout the southeastern United States. Cecile was selected to be a professional exchange instructor in London, England where she was instrumental in developing a music curriculum for junior high & high school choral music programs. She has been a vocal clinician for the Mississippi Baptist Convention, the 4H Clubs of America, and the Mississippi Fine Arts Association. Cecile now lives in Birmingham, Alabama with her husband, Randy, & three children. They are members of Dawson Memorial Baptist Church. firstname.lastname@example.com
Robyn McGonagill Meredith
Music can change lives! As a former student of Cecile Martin, Robyn is a firm believer in the Summer Show-Offs process: Building confidence and character through song and dance. She is a product of this philosophy. Her life was forever changed through music. She continually testifies of the confidence she gained through music.
Robyn is a native of Mississippi and has been involved in teaching performance techniques for over 25 years. She received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at Delta State University. While at DSU, Robyn toured the United States and Europe as a vocalist. She founded and directed the show choirs Encore and Crescendo while teaching music in Mississippi.
Robyn lives in Birmingham, Alabama, where she is a member of Church of The Highlands. She is married to Jason Meredith and they have two children, Morgan and Corbin. email@example.com
Coordinators, Instructors and Support Staff
Carolyn Bomar Bakke got her start in music performance in Cecile's first show choir, Visions, as a senior at Grenada High School in Grenada, Mississippi. She earned her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Computer Science at Mississippi State University & moved to Huntsville, AL to work in the software industry for 16 years. In 2008, after serving as Executive Director at Huntsville Intergraph, Carolyn decided to spend more time with her family. Although Carolyn still consults part-time in the software industry, she is now a full-time wife & mom, supporting her children's growing interest in the arts. Carolyn has been seen as "Mrs. Fezziwig" in Fantasy Playhouse's 2007 & 2008 musical productions of A Christmas Carol and also played "Mrs. Cratchit" in the 2009 production. She was also seen in the chorus of Renaissance Theatre's 2009 musical,Batter Up. She sings with multiple contemporary groups & is a storyteller for the chilldren's ministry at First United Methodist Church. She is married to Paul & they have 2 children, Lauren and John. firstname.lastname@example.com
Christy Wilson Bosher grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. She attended Auburn University where she graduated with a degree in Family & Child Development. While there, she spent three years in Auburn University Singers, & continued to entertain professionally beyond graduation. From 1992-2003, Christy performed on various stages around the world with Royal Carribean International, Gaylord Entertainment, Busch Gardens & Six Flags Theme Parks, Inc.. Most recently, she was seen performing at the Blues Festival in Jacksonville, Florida, with Toots Lorraine and the Traffic. Settling in Atlanta in 2003, she now resides in Marietta, Georgia, with her husband, Cleve, & their daughter, Kinsey. firstname.lastname@example.com
Wendy Brendle was born and raised in Columbus, Mississippi. She attended college at Mississippi State University. After receiving her Bachelor of Education degree in Fitness Management, she finished her formal education with a master's degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Alabama. While at MSU, Wendy sang with a contemporary Christian band and, after moving to Montgomery, sang in a country band. In an effort to instill a love for music in her children, she began driving her girls from Montgomery to Auburn every summer to Summer Show-Offs camp as soon as they were old enough to participate. Little did she know that only a few years later she would be coordinating SSO in Montgomery. Wendy lives in Mongtomery, Alabama, with her husband, Kent, and three children, Gray, Cate Scott, and Brooks. She is a member of First Baptist Church, Montgomery, where she sings in the choir and teaches preschool choir. She spends her time being a mom, personal training clients, and working with SSO. firstname.lastname@example.com
Eron Smith was born & raised in Auburn, Alabama. After graduating from Auburn High School in 2002, he went on to pursue a career in Music Education at Auburn University. While attending the university, Eron choreographed for various schools around the state such as Berry MS, Benjamin Russell HS, Prattville HS, Eufaula HS, Auburn JHS, & Auburn HS. During the 2006 Auburn University football season, Eron was asked to sing at the Auburn vs. Florida pre-game show. After graduating from Auburn, Eron had the opportunity to return to his alma mater, Auburn HS, as the Choral Director. In addition to teaching show choir, he also leads worship at Rocky Mount Baptist Church. Eron now lives in Opelika, Alabama with his wife, Mary. Eron & Mary will be traveling with Summer Show-Offs to all camps in Mississippi & Alabama serving as Instructors, as well as directing the Summer Show-Offs camps in Auburn, AL.
Mary Smith is originally from Homewood, Alabama. While studying music education at Auburn University, she received vocal instruction from the nationally recognized composer and vocalist, Dr. Rosephanye Dunn-Powell. She has worked extensively with the East Alabama Children's Choir and East Alabama Youth Chorale, choreographing two musicals: Annie and The Music Man. Mary taught music and choir to grades Pre-K through 12th at Lee-Scott Academy in Auburn, Alabama, and started their first ever competetive show choir, Higher Glory. She presently serves as a Creative Co-Director and Head Instructor for Summer Show-Offs. Since 2008, Mary has served as Assistant Director to all competitive show choirs at Auburn High School. She also teaches private voice and piano. She serves as pianist, choir director and worship leader at Rocky Mount Baptist Church. Mary lives in Auburn, Alabama, with her husband, Eron, and their three children, Zoe, Juliette, and River. email@example.com
Heather Taylor is a native of Dunwoody, Georgia. She attended Auburn University & was a member of the Auburn Singers Show Choir & Concert Choir. While at Auburn, Heather studied Public Relations & Marketing & was a member of Phi Mu Sorority. Heather enjoys singing and uses her gifts to lead worship. She & her husband, Lee, recently moved back to Atlanta after living in Birmingham for 5 years. While in Birmingham, their children were introduced to Summer Show-Offs. She has an ever growing passion to equip & encourage children to explore their talents, which spurred her desire to bring Summer Show-Offs to Atlanta. Heather was a shy child, & she remembers the first person who encouraged her to sing on a stage & it changed the course of her life. Heather and Lee are currently on staff at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in Marietta, Georgia, & have three children: Riley, Jaclyn, & Mac. email@example.com
Meagan White Townsend is a native of Mississippi. She attended the University of Mississippi as an undergraduate and graduated from the University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. While attending Ole Miss, she was an active member Delta Gamma Sorority. Meagan is a former student of Mrs. Robyn Meredith. She was a member of Crescendo from 1997-1999 and Encore from 1999-2005 at Kirk Academy in Grenada, Mississippi. Meagan became a member of the Summer Show-Offs family in 1996 as a fourth grade camper! She later became the original Summer Show-Offs counselor in 2002 when she traveled to Birmingham to work for the summer. Since then, she has filled many different roles in the Summer Show-Offs staff as the camp has grown and expanded through the years. Meagan currently lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where she works as a Registered Nurse. She is married to Luke and they have a son, Benjamin.
Jamie Wright is a graduate of Belhaven University with a major in Elementary Education and a minor in Music. She has taught first grade at Jackson Academy for 15 years. During her time there she has been the assistant choral director for the sixth grade choir "Finale" for three years and choral director for two years. She directs and leads children's choirs and musicals for Parkview Church. Jamie is a sustaining member of the Jr. League of Jackson and the Madison-Ridgeland Jr. Auxiliary. She is married to Ellis Wright and has three children- Lori (Eric), Michael (Anna) and John - and four beautiful grandchildren: Elizabeth Ann, Seth, Wright, and Susannah.

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Definition of get up on the wrong side of the bed
- Be careful when you talk to the boss. He got up on the wrong side of the bed this morning.
: to gain possession of
: to receive as a return : earn
: to obtain by concession or entreaty
: something begotten:
: offspring
: the entire progeny of a male animal
: a document of release from obligation in Jewish law
: a religious divorce by Jewish law
: in or into a higher position or level
: from beneath the ground or water to the surface
: from below the horizon
: risen above the horizon
: standing
: being out of bed
used as a function word to indicate motion to or toward or situation at a higher point of
: up into or in the
: in a direction regarded as being toward or near the upper end or part of
: one in a high or advantageous position
: an upward slope
: a period or state of prosperity or success
: to rise from a lying or sitting position
: to move upward : ascend
used with and and another verb to indicate that the action of the following verb was either surprisingly or abruptly initiated
: an injurious, unfair, or unjust act : action or conduct inflicting harm without due provocation or just cause
: a violation or invasion of the legal rights of another
: something wrong, immoral, or unethical
: not according to the moral standard : sinful, immoral
: not right or proper according to a code, standard, or convention : improper
: not according to truth or facts : incorrect
: without accuracy : incorrectly
: without regard for what is proper or just
: in a wrong direction
: to do wrong to : injure, harm
: to treat disrespectfully or dishonorably : violate
: defraud
: the right or left part of the wall or trunk of the body
: one of the halves of the animal body on either side of the median plane
: a cut of meat including that about the ribs of one half of the body
: situated on the side
: of or relating to the side
: directed toward or from the side
: to agree with : support
: to be side by side with
: to set or put aside : clear away
: swaggering or arrogant manner : pretentiousness
: a piece of furniture on or in which to lie and sleep
: a place of sex relations
: marital relationship
: to find or make sleeping accommodations
: to go to bed
: to form a layer
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Originally inspired by the onset of a midlife crisis, "I Feel Lucky" is Frank Yamrus's highly personal series of self-portraits, revealing the joy and sorrow of passing through his 47th to 53rd years. The opening reception for "I Feel Lucky" will be tonight, February 16, from 6 to 8pm, at ClampArt in New York City. The exhibit will be on view until March 24.
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Frank, I always knew you had an incredible artsy side to you!!!


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Due to inclement weather, some Atlanta area attractions are closed and some events postponed on Wednesday.
Please check with the venue for ticketing and rescheduling information.
Closed or postponed:
Atlanta Botanical Garden (closing at noon)
Atlanta Contemporary Arts Center
Atlanta History Center
Atlanta Underground
Aurora Theatre (Wednesday night's "Les Miz" performance)
Bartow History Museum (Thursday night lecture cancelled)
Chattahoochee Nature Center
Fernbank Science Center
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Center for the Book (Appearance by former NBA player Joe Barry Carroll.)
Gwinnett County Public Library branches
High Museum of Art (Closing at 3 p.m.)
National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Starlight 6 Drive-In (Wednesday and Thursday nights)
Symphony Hall (Mnozil Brass postponed)
Theatrical Outfit
World of Coca-Cola
Zoo Atlanta
The show goes on:
Atlanta Hawks vs. Dallas Mavs at Phillips Arena
Fox Theatre: "Wicked" on Wednesday night ("great seats available")
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Gwinnett Arena will entertain as planned. Exchanges are available. More info: http://bit.ly/rbbbgwinnett
Check ajc.com for the latest updates on weather and school closings.


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Dec 19, 2017, 11:47 AM
The Granite Institute today released two new reports to help policymakers, community leaders and education advocates understand K-12 education savings accounts or ESAs. The first report explores New Hampshire's history of providing public funding for children to learn at private schools, and the second report explains how ESAs work in other states.
Apr 22, 2017, 12:09 PM
The Granite State is on the precipice of Demographic Winter which is a situation where there are too few young people to support the current level of population. Population decline will have negative impacts to the economy and, correspondingly, to government revenue (down) and spending (up). Boosting school choice in New Hampshire, with an ESA bill like SB 193, is a crucial step in fighting Demographic Winter.
Jan 9, 2017, 2:25 PM
There is perhaps no greater goal for the Granite Institute than fighting to preserve and extend the New Hampshire Advantage. Historically this means no income or sales tax, but maintaining our advantage into the future will entail other important policy changes such as increasing educational choices and enacting right-to-work.
Jan 9, 2017, 12:10 PM
Anti-worker rights activists like to refer to Right-to-Work laws as "Right-to-Work (For Less)," in their attempt to scare union members and lawmakers. But Right-to-Work actually brings more – not less – to states that pass these laws: more jobs, more union members, more workplace freedom, and more unions providing value to members.
Aug 24, 2016, 3:21 PM
Granite Institute and the ACU Foundation, the 501(c)(3) educational arm of the American Conservative Union, today announced their plan to co-host a policy forum on the heroin epidemic currently sweeping New Hampshire. The "Heroin Crisis Leadership Summit," which will take place on September 10 in Concord, will feature national speakers, local law enforcement officials, policy makers, scholars, and treatment experts in a discussion of the causes of – and possible solutions to – the problem overwhelming the state.


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Underappreciated Actress of Color #22: Sarita Choudhury
Latina sidekick (no, she's not Hispanic...pay attention now), her work in Hollywood didn't--but should have--skyrocket.
I mean, damn...look at those eyes.
I first glimpsed my lady here when she wonderfully portrayed a spoiled princess who becomes a maligned queen. She was gorgeous every second of it.
British-born Miss Thang here is obviously quite talented, shifting easily from accent to accent and role to role without batting a beautiful eye. Hollywould should have put her in way more films, and at the tender age of fortysomething, Hollywood still should.


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If you want to make the most out of your current financial situation then consider debt consolidation today. While some people believe that a debt consolidation company charges you a lot of money to repay all the current dues that you have over your head, the truth is that you don't need to worry about anything because this is something that will work towards your benefit in the long run.
Once you get the right debt consolidation company you will be able to sort out your finances in no time. While there are a number of different kinds of debts that these companies consolidate, the best are the credit card debts that have a high interest rate on it. In order for you to be able to pay up these debts all you need to do is to make sure that you get the company to consolidate all the debt together so you can repay it.
With the help of debt consolidation you will be able to make sure that you go ahead and make the most of your monthly pay check. When you go ahead and get your salary you need to keep track of where you are spending it and when you are giving out so many payments, it will be difficult to keep track of it.
This is where debt consolidation plays a huge part. You will be able to make sure that you keep track of expenses very easily and you will even be able to make sure that you are not spending anything extra anywhere. You will be able to save a lot of money for your future as well and you will eventually be able to lead a debt free life. All of this can happen only with debt consolidation.


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Snow, Sunshine and Showers. Spring weather in NJ is always inconsistent. It is finally starting to almost get to constant flip flop weather… my favorite!! Time for some Spring Cleaning! Here are a few of my Spring Refresh routines to get me in gear for Spring and Summer.
Change The Sheets: Give your bed a fresh and breezy refresh! I love all white bedding and a light down comforter for sunny days and cool nights.
Switch Out Your Closets: Not only does it feel like I have a whole new wardrobe when I do this but it also keeps my closet and drawers from overflowing every season. It is the worst when you can't sift through your clothes because everything is jam packed. (I also like to categorize and color coordinate, I guess you would say I am sometimes type A ; ) )
Pot Those Fresh Herbs: I have tried large gardens and plants from seeds and I never have the time to keep up with it.. plus it can become costly. I love cooking with herbs as well as putting them in my water with fresh fruit or cucumber to cut back on calories and help me stay hydrated. I have terra-cotta pots that I use every year to put potted organic herbs in. I wrote the names of each herb on them with a white chalk marker so I can reuse them and know what they are. It also spices up the look of the clay container.
Stock the Freezer: I like to stock my freezer with fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the season. This way I can eat local and always have something to whip up when I have company or go to a last minute BBQ. One of my favorites is my fresh sangria (which I use fresh frozen fruit for). I also use frozen fruits and vegetables for smoothies and juicing.
Create an Outdoor Space: I love this time of year when you can sit outside for your morning coffee, catch a few rays during the day or sit next to a fire on a cool night. Cleaning and setting up a small area for you to enjoy the outdoors is important. I love eating outside with friends and family over a good meal cooked on the grill!
Add Fresh Flowers: You don't have to buy a $20 bouquet at the grocery store that will most likely not last a week. Fresh flowers from your yard are simple and whimsical. I like to add them in small doses all over the house. (Kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, workspace ect.)
Happy Spring! Follow my instagram for daily updates!


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Aloha Donates to "Feed the Children"
Not only can you transform your backyard into your own private oasis when you purchase an Aloha pool, you are helping a child in the US in need. Aloha has partnered with Feed the Children, a charity whose mission is "providing hope and resources for those without life's essentials".
Founded in 1979, Feed the Children provides children in the US and abroad with hope for the future by distributing food, clothing, school supplies, and other necessities to children in need.
Aloha will donate 1/2% of every pool sale to Feed the Children, and we encourage you to get involved with this worthwhile charity. Together we can end childhood hunger in our backyard. Current sponsorship ends June 15, 2015.
Go to http://www.feedthechildren.org/ to learn more about this magnificent organization. To donate call (800) 786-2318 for more information or to find a builder in your area.


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Shane Rinner Named Texas A&M-Int'l Head Coach
Aug. 11, 2009
Courtesy of Alaska-Anchorage
ANCHORAGE – After six years at Alaska Anchorage, men's basketball associate head coach Shane Rinner has accepted the head coaching position at Texas A&M-International, the school announced Monday.
Rinner helped the Seawolves go 113-67 during his tenure, with four NCAA Division II Tournament appearances and a trip to the Final Four in 2008.
"I've had an incredible experience here at UAA," said Rinner, who grew up in Anchorage. "I will certainly miss the players, co-workers, boosters and fans I have grown to know over the last six years.
"But with the chance to become a head coach, and the amazing new facilities they have in place at TAMUI, I know that this is the right move for my family and me. I'd like to thank school president Dr. Ray Keck and athletic director Claudio Arias for this opportunity."
TAMUI is a second-year NCAA D-II program located in Laredo, Texas. The Dustdevils play in the Heartland Conference.
"This is a terrific opportunity for Shane to be a head coach," said Seawolf head coach Rusty Osborne. "We are proud that he's earned this chance and we wish him good luck in Texas. We will certainly miss all that he did for our program, but are extremely excited for Shane, (his wife) Amanda, and (daughter) Tagan.
"As a head coach, you always want to see your assistants attain other head jobs, so this is a success for our program. Although this situation arose within the last week, we are confident that we have the plans in place to move forward quickly to fill this vacancy."


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A Summary Of Robert Henryson's Testament
Of Cresseid
Lines 1-70: The poem begins with an unconventional use of a Spring/
Lenten opening, with the traditional depiction of the land reawakening
and blossoming after winter replaced by gloomy weather suited to
the sorrowful tale that is to follow, as the narrator remarks. The
narrator, who intended to pray to Venus from his window, is forced
to withdraw to his fireside to escape the bitter cold. To pass the
time, he reads Chaucer's Troilus and Criseyde, and describes
Troilus' fate after Criseyde's departure from Troy.
However, he stops short of describing Troilus' death, claiming
that he need not repeat what Chaucer has already told. He now takes
up another book, which tells 'the fatall destenie | Of fair
Cresseid, that ended wretchitlie'. Questioning the truth of
what Chaucer wrote, the narrator reminds us that this narrative
may be fiction rather than an authoritative record of the fate of
Cresseid.Back to Top
Lines 71-133: The narrative begins with Diomeid's rejection
of Cresseid by a bill of divorce, after which Cresseid wanders,
and is said to have become promiscuous or a prostitute. The narrator
interjects to express his pity for the 'fair' Cresseid
and, claiming to disbelieve the rumours he reports, says that he
will excuse her as far as he may. In disguise, Cresseid leaves the
town for her father's home amongst the Greeks. Her father
welcomes her, but, still sorrowful, she will not attend the public
service at the temple where he is priest of Venus and Cupid. In
a private chapel, she accuses the gods of love of having broken
faith and abandoned her.Back to Top
Lines 134-343: After her complaint, Cresseid falls into a trance
and dreams that Cupid summons the moon and the seven planets to
descend and try her for blasphemy. After descriptions of each of
the gods, Cupid prosecutes his case, claiming that Cresseid's
offence against himself and his mother, Venus, harms all the gods.
Mercury advises him to entrust Cresseid's punishment to the
highest and lowest of the planets, and so Saturn and Cynthia are
chosen to judge her. They punish her with leprosy, which destroys
her looks and condemns her to penury, and the narrator interjects
to complain against the harshness of this punishment.Back to Top
Lines 344-406: On waking, Cresseid reproaches herself for her outburst
against the gods, seeing her punishment as the result of their ill
temper. Her father consoles her, and after they have mourned, she
tells him that she will go to the hospital at the edge of the town
in secret, asking him to send her some food there. In disguise and
carrying the cup and rattle of a leper, she leaves for the leper
hospital. Some of the lepers recognise her, others do not, but they
accept her more willingly because her way of lamenting reveals her
noble origins. Night comes, and without food she lies down to weep
in a dark corner, making her complaint.Back to Top
Lines 407-469: The Complaint of Cresseid.
Cresseid laments her misfortune, describing the luxurious life that
she has lost, and her faded beauty, in a long, formal complaint,
which ends with a plea to the ladies of Troy and Greece to remember
her fate as a warning.Back to Top
Lines 470-539: As she lies there, a leper woman approaches and
advises her to learn to make virtue of a necessity and live as other
lepers do, rather than struggling against her fate. She begins to
travel with the leper community, and her company encounters Troilus,
returning from a victory against the Greeks. Troilus responds to
the leper's calls for alms, and, although neither recognises
the other, Cresseid looks up at Troilus in a way that reminds him
of his old love. In remembrance, he drops a belt, gold and jewels
into her lap, and rides away. On being told that her unknown benefactor
was Troilus, Cresseid faints.Back to Top
Lines 540-616. Recovering, Cresseid laments her infidelity, comparing
herself to the faithful Troilus, and makes her will. She commits
her body to the corruption of worms and toads, her goods to the
lepers, and a ring, which was a love token from Troilus, is to be
returned to him. She bequeaths her spirit to Diana, and lamenting
that Diomeid still has the broach and belt that Troilus gave to
her, she dies. On receiving the ring, Troilus faints with sorrow
and laments Cresseid's unfaithfulness. The narrator reports
that some say Troilus made her a marble tomb with an inscription
in golden letters. The poem ends with a warning to women, asking
them to heed a poem made for their instruction and avoid mingling
their love with false deception.Back to Top


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A lot of my mental stops were threatened or taken out. I gave some positions some rope, others I just closed. Overall, it was a difficult Monday. I take a lot of big percentage losses, but the dollar amounts are small. Mostly, I would have been better off hanging in there, but my rule is to take the loss if the strike price is violated.
For newer readers, I tend to sell way out of the money options, usually at the 10% probability line, but sometimes a bit closer, sometimes a bit further out. I use the strike price as a mental stop level.
Here are the trades (c = calls, p = puts, all are third week expiration unless noted, sell means sell-to-open, cover means buy-to-close, number is price per contract):
Tue Cover UNH Nov 150 c 305 for a 2000% loss
(tiny premium, big percentage loss, small dollar amount)
Sell CMG Nov 380 p 45
Sell JWN Dec 50 p 29
Wed Cover PYPL Nov 39 p 43 about a 150% loss
Cover FB Nov 116 p 103 about a 500% loss
more tiny premiums, turning into big losses.
Thu Close IWM backratio (election trade from late August)
Sell-to-close IWM Nov 125 c 522
Buy-to-close 2x IWM Nov 130 c 75 each
About 60% profit on the long leg, 20% on the short leg
Fri Roll BRKB for 830 debit:
Buy-to-close Nov 145 c 1260 for a 700% loss
Sell BRKB Dec 155 c 430
Buy-to-close CMG 415 c 225 for a 270% loss
A galling loss, had I held a few more hours, I would have won this one. Of course had the rally continued, the lossses can become astronomical.
New longs on two bank stocks.
Sell JPM Dec 70 p 19
Sell C Dec 50 p 18


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IB BUsiness MAnagement:
Key Learning Outcomes:
Sales forecasting
Sales forecasting: Predicting future sales levels and sales trends.
Potential Benefits:
If marketing managers were able to predict the future accurately, the risks of business operations would be much reduced. If a precise forecast of monthly sales over the next two years could be made, the benefits to the whole organisation would be immense:
Limitations of Sales Forecasting:
Attempting to predict the future is a difficult thing. This is mainly that there are so many different variables that could change. The further into the future forecasting tries to extrapolate, the greater the degree of likely error. The main problems are:
Seasonal variations: Regular and repeated variations that occur in sales data within a period of 12 months or less.
Cyclical variations: Variations in sales occurring over periods of time of much more than a year – they are related to the business cycle.
Random variations: May occur at any time and will cause unusual and unpredictable sales figures, e.g. exceptionally poor weather or negative public image following a high profile product failure.
Sales Forecasting:
Progress check - test your understanding by completing the activities below
You have below, a range of practice activities, flash cards, exam practice questions and and an online interactive self test to ensure you have complete mastery of the IB Business Management requirements for the Marketing 4.3 Sales Forecasting section.
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Jen Selter – Instagram Girl OTD
Even if you're not one of Jen Selter's 7 Million Instagram followers, you've probably seen her pictures somewhere. This is one Instagram girl of the day post that needs no explanation past the word "booty". Jen is a fitness model out of Long Island, New York and she's only 22 years young (born 1993). After appearing in many magazines such as FHM, Maxim, Elle, and others, Jen Selter spoke out about being bullied as a child. She then admitted to having plastic surgery at the age of 15 because of the way she was treated. At least it all worked out in the end despite he challenges as a teenager. If you're into big booties, Jen Selter is a must-follow.


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Britta Van Dyk
Britta is one of three facilitators for the Zen Business Retreat workshops we run several times a year
Read more about Britta here…
My Essence: My favourite word is exuberance: I love to be immersed in the moment, fully experience and express with all my senses and intuition, the richness of life. This is tempered by a deep love of the natural environment, its beauty and sustenance.
My Mantra:
Respect that which sustains us
My Style:
My purpose is to connect people to their essence, to enable them to tune-in, take responsibility and lead themselves and others sustainably. I help people to learn about themselves, others, the dynamic interplay between these, and how to ensure they have the most positive, evolving impact in their intentions and actions.
How I work with you:
- Fully present, with deep awareness in the moment – I hold the space with you wherever you are right now
- Explorative and receptive – curious and open, co-creating the journey with you
- Intuitive and visionary – inquiring about, seeing and communicating the bigger picture, making subtle connections; clarifying your desired goals and outcomes and helping you get there
- Accepting, non-judgement, supportive – you are an intricately woven collection of genetic and experiential threads, a rich tapestry of a human life, whose fabric strengthens and colours deepen with every moment… I work with 100% acceptance and appreciation of that
- Courageous and honest, I reflect what I sense going on; challenge your assumptions and your 'stories'
My Quirky stuff:
I'm spiritual in a non-conventional way, you could say it's somewhere between Paganism and Buddhism. I have a deep connection to and respect for the nature of everything – Earth, Moon, Sun, Universe and the interconnectedness of all. I am both practical and metaphysical in my beliefs.
I'm an avid writer of poetry, to satisfy my creative expression and for the pleasure of family and friends.
Yoga and meditation keep me steady and present, I've been practicing yoga for 20 years and incorporate mindfulness and yoga in my work.
My Blueprint or Passion:
I'm deeply passionate about how we sustain ourselves and each other, which means understanding the connection between microcosm (inner environment of ourselves) and macrocosm (the environment around us). You are what you think/believe. In nurturing the microcosm and its connection with the macrocosm, we fortify our individual and collective longevity.
My Offer:
I inspire people to evolve professionally and personally, especially in learning to consciously lead yourself through life, externalising your purpose. A lot of development is about leadership: learning to be effective intrapersonally and interpersonally, to forge a path you desire or aspire to.
Integrated Leadership is ultimately about attending to and becoming aware of your impact, on yourself and your environment/people around you, and being motivated to use that awareness to be more present, connected, effective, and fulfilled in what you do.
The work I do with people:
- Individual coaching for personal transitions in business, career, performance and personal development
- Group facilitation of leadership and team development, professional skills and interpersonal skills
- Leading and engaging diverse groups in strategic planning and problem solving
- Chairing and facilitating board and executive leadership team meetings
Read more about Leadership Coaching with Britta
My Story:
My dad often quotes my creativity and curiosity about life with the way I changed the words to a nursery rhyme at age 3: "Twinkle, twinkle little star, how I wonder Britta here?"
From a very young age, I've been fascinated by people. What makes us tick? Why do we do the things we do? How can we have such pain and such joy in life as a result of our interactions with others? Why are we here? What are we here to do? And ultimately, how can we grow, evolve, and be a positive force in this life?!
These questions plagued me as I struggled in my own interactions growing up. I was always 'a bit different', didn't fit into the established norms of white middle class suburban Sydney. I got in with the wrong crowd, got into some bad habits, fell out with my mother and left home at 16 and moved into an even more destructive environment. Luckily, I had also been accepted to Newtown Performing Arts High School, where I cultivated a creative spirit in drama and poetry, and started to nurture self-belief, understanding and acceptance, which continues to be a journey for me. I started to thrive, made better decisions, and made it through the pain of adolescence.
It's also no surprise I later ended up studying Psychology, specifically individual and collective learning, development and performance at work. On average most people spend a third of their day "at work" in some way, so it is a vital aspect of being human, our productive selves. But the biggest question of all was always about leadership – how do we continually learn and evolve in leading ourselves and others through this life? How do we take responsibility for ourselves?
The Age of Full Throttle – Duality
My questions and my curiosity about life and this deep need to experience everything (both a blessing and a curse) took me overseas. I spent 12 years in London, The Hague and various parts of Scotland, a time marked by rapid professional development, marriage, divorce and burnout.
I did my Masters degree in Organisational Psychology whilst working for a consultancy, travelling all over the Northern Hemisphere developing leaders in different professional fields, businesses and cultures. My work went truly global when I got a job as an internal learning professional for Shell. As exciting as this was, I felt this duality, a sense I wasn't being true to myself, that I was missing something deeper and more fundamental in my life purpose. My outer confidence was growing, but my inner compass felt off course. It troubled me deeply.
I experienced everything of the human condition. My inner searching led me to realise I shouldn't be with the man I married. This felt like failure, and I was in a lonely place as I decided what to do. It took a long time and being very ill with an intestinal ulcer to be brave enough to move on, but this sense of failing myself and others didn't leave me, and while excelling professionally I worked myself into burnout.
The Age of Consciousness – Union
During this time I developed a conscious awareness of who I am and what's important in life; an awakening of my true self. Burnout has been the most valuable gift of my life. I was on medical leave for 4 months, which for someone who has always had their identity firmly rooted in achievement, this was rock bottom.
I had to stop and allow others to take over and take care of me. I had no choice but to receive. I'd spent so much of my energy developing others, tapping into and working with their needs towards a positive outcome, I hadn't fully appreciated my own. I have SO many wonderful people in my life who helped me to discover this and be truly present. I learned the power and necessity of reaching out and connecting with others.
My need to experience, discover and learn eventually came into its own too. I was determined to understand my situation in a positive way. These traits led me to leave Shell, live in a local village in India for 3 months as the sole volunteer setting up a community driven sustainable health project (of which I'm now the president) and move back to Australia to be more connected to my family and our deep care for environmental sustainability. I have integrated what's fundamental to me, my sustainability, with how I help others in the work that I do.
My Clients Say:
"Right from the planning outset she thought well and hard about the format and content of the day so as to gain the best possible process and results from this rare and coveted time together for our Board of Directors.
Britta consulted well to make sure she was adapting her plans to meet the needs of our group. I appreciated that she bothered to call each participant before the workshop enabling each of us to voice any concerns and possibly lay some personal irritations to rest before our planning day commenced.
Throughout the day, Britta was able to provide an insightful comment or bring us back to task or focus. I appreciated her applying her intelligence and life experience to our project and process.
It was a day that took us forward in a leap and a bound and Britta directed us beautifully.
Britta provided her skills and expertise lovingly and generously. She laid out the day carefully and thoughtfully and guided us professionally, attentively and firmly through our process, relationships and outcomes.
She paid careful attention to where we were in any moment and was totally present for us"
Lyndall Parris, Founder and Director of Narara Eco-Village.
"It was an absolute pleasure to meet you today. You are clearly passionate about your field of work and this was openly demonstrated by your knowledge, enthusiasm and utmost professionalism. You managed to take me from being half asleep to being completely engaged and truly enjoying myself. Thank you very much….and thank you for partaking in the "out of scope" discussions – much appreciated!"
Wayne Adams, Manager of Safety, Quality and Healthcare, HCF
"I didn't get a chance to talk to you today, but wanted to make sure I let you know how fabulous i thought you were in the Covermore Leadership course. Your unfailing professionalism and sense of calmness you exuded was really appreciated by me as well as your vast knowledge"
Chris Jones, Covermore Travel Insurance
"Alissa was telling me of some of the impacts that the I&E have had in the corporate office.
The Accounts team used to be a quiet team that didn't communicate very well and she said you can see and hear the difference since participants have been on the program, they are communicating better and have a comradely feel that they didn't have prior.
When she was out this week with another finance team manager promoting the program and there was some participants from the June program in the meeting. They were talking about the benefits etc. and one of the managers of the participants that was in the room stood up to share with everyone positive changes this staff member had made since the program. Talked about their increased competence in communicating effectively, presentation skills, coaching and called out blue behaviours they were now demonstrating. Following that meeting Louise received emails from staff members requesting their manager nominate them for the next programs.
She asked me to pass this onto you Britta for your great facilitation skills."
Natasha Oldaker, Project Manager Maximus International.
My qualifications
- Chartered Organisational Psychologist (British Psychological Society)
- MSc in Occupational Psychology
- Postgraduate Certificate in Executive Coaching
- Certificate in Advanced Facilitation Skills
- Human Synergystics LSI and GPI 360 degree feedback tools
- A myriad of psychometric tools for profiling and assessment
To make a booking please click here.


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To learn the about the basics of the Afterschool Meal Program as well as tips and tricks for establishing successful programs, join the Afterschool Meals Matter Webinar on Thursday, August 16 at 12PM CT, here. Back-to-school season is
Congress still has not passed a federal Farm Bill, a major piece of legislation that gets renewed every five years or so. The Farm Bill includes critical funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly "Food Stamps"). The U.S. House
On April 11, 2018, Congressional leaders released a flawed Farm Bill proposal that would make it harder for struggling families to feed themselves. Among the worst things in the Farm Bill for Texans are the proposed attacks on
Update: On Friday, November 3, Rosa Maria was reunited with her parents. Her lawyers report that she has been served with a notice that she could face deportation, but charges have not been officially filed in immigration court. CPPP
Updated September 15, 2017 Long before Hurricane Harvey, millions of low-income Texans relied on the federal nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (or SNAP, formerly known as food stamps), the Women, Infants and Children program (WIC) and school meals
Kamia Rathore, CPPP Health and Wellness Policy Intern The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the food stamp program, is the largest program for preventing hunger in our state. In Texas, SNAP helps nearly 3.8 million individuals afford food
The Texas Legislature recently heard testimony on HB 1533, to modify state rules for non-exempt resources and assets that determine household eligibility for SNAP. This blog post lays out how removing the current asset test helps Texas families achieve financial
Last week the United States Department of Agriculture released its Household Food Security in the United States in 2015 report. This annual report highlights the disturbingly high rate of Texans who struggle to afford enough food for a healthy
Kids and parents might be focused on summer fun right now, but school leaders are busy making plans for how to make next school year a success. That's where the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) can help. Through CEP, high-need schools
As of September 1, Texans with a felony drug conviction in their past are now potentially eligible to receive food assistance benefits thanks to the passage of SB 200 during the 84th Legislature. The new law ends Texas' old policy


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The Hope and Sons Art Awards are a very successful biennial event, first starting in 1998. This year marks our 10th Art Awards.
With the Hope and Sons Art Awards 2016 just a few short weeks away we have decided to take a look back at our past winners.
Over the years we have been lucky to see many talented and inspiring local artists enter the Hope and Sons Art Awards.
"Life and Living in the South" and "Our Country" are previous themes that we have celebrated. This year we look forward to seeing what type of art we might see with the theme "Reflections of who we are".
Sr Mary Horn was the first person to win the Hope and Sons Art Awards in 1998 with her piece titled "The Immigrants, and the land".
In 2014 it was Jasmine Middlebrook who took the first place prize home with her stunning art work titled "O Confine Me Not".
To see a list of all the artists who have previously placed in the Hope and Sons Art Awards visit our website www.hopeandsons.co.nz
The Art Awards 2016 will open to the public on Saturday April 30.
Hope and Sons are contemporary yet respectful of tradition, being a five generation funeral family caring for the Dunedin, Mosgiel, and Otago communities.
Send Michael Hope a message at email@example.com


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Find more Hulcy relatives and grow your tree by exploring billions of historical records. Taken every decade since 1790, the U.S. Federal Census can tell you a lot about your family. For example, from 1930 to 1940 there were 10 less people named Hulcy in the United States — and some of them are likely related to you.
What if you had a window into the history of your family? With historical records, you do. From home life to career, records help bring your relatives' experiences into focus. There were 49 people named Hulcy in the 1930 U.S. Census. In 1940, there were 20% less people named Hulcy in the United States. What was life like for them?
In 1940, 39 people named Hulcy were living in the United States. In a snapshot:
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Hello, My Name is LeeAnne Homsey and I started managing New York City restaurants and hosting New York City events more than twenty five years ago.
Now a restaurant consultant I still host events at
different locations in Manhattan and Connecticut.
I have been in love with this business for over 30 years and when it comes to hospitality people seem to know that I have their best interest at heart and
I take great pride in this fact and I attend to every detail in creating an exceptional event every time.
My event business has evolved to events for those who would like a completely unique New York experience.
It is my absolute pleasure to be hosting my current events at Brandy Library where I know the attention to detail is unparallelled.
Come join in and see!


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Vehicle Fuel-Economy Panel May Bring Good News for Auto Sector in Its Report
Draft Proposal Had Been Tougher, Environmentalist Groups Claim
A closely watched National Academy of Sciences report on the nation's automotive fuel-economy rule, due out next week, is looking better for the auto industry than an earlier leaked draft, and environmentalists are crying foul.
The report is likely to sway congressional debate next week on whether to toughen the federal Corporate Average Fuel Economy, or CAFE, rule. Academy officials confirm that the final version is different from a draft disclosed in media reports last week that suggested auto makers could make their sport...


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Take a Stroll at Brown Station Elementary Before Modernization Begins
Montgomery County residents are invited to take one last stroll through Brown Station Elementary School on Nov. 21st before the building is closed for modernization.
Principal Mary Jo Powell is inviting the community to walk the halls and reminisce with friends at the 46-year-old building between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday. The school is located at 851 Quince Orchard Boulevard in Gaithersburg.
After winter break, students and staff at Brown Station Elementary are being relocated to a holding school at Emory Grove while the Brown Station Elementary School modernization is underway. The students are expected to remain at Emory Grove until June of 2017.
You can find out more about Saturday's open house, here.
Reminder tomorrow is BSES's community day. Come say goodbye 10:00-1:00.
— MaryJo_Powell (@BrownStationES) November 20, 2015


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The city of Gainesville has received a $15 million federal grant to go toward construction of a new Regional Transit System maintenance facility and administrative building south of downtown.
The city of Gainesville has received a $15 million federal grant to go toward construction of a new Regional Transit System maintenance facility and administrative building south of downtown.
The city's grant was part of $787 million in Federal Transit Administration awards announced Monday.
Gainesville also received an $878,500 FTA grant to go toward replacing fare boxes, which combined for the largest award in the state, according to the city.
"It shows the confidence FTA has in the city of Gainesville, the commitment we've made to transit and the results we've had," City Manager Russ Blackburn said.
Gainesville now has received three federal grants totaling approximately $34 million for construction of the maintenance facility, RTS spokesman Chip Skinner said.
RTS officials say they believe the latest round of grant funding will allow for construction of the full facility to occur at once, Skinner said. The prior expectation was phased construction over more than a decade and a projected $50 million cost.
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1 Now Jericho was straitly shut up because of the children of Israel: none went out, and none came in.
2 And the LORD said unto Joshua, See, I have given into thine hand Jericho, and the king thereof, and the mighty men of valour.
3 And ye shall compass the city, all ye men of war, and go round about the city once. Thus shalt thou do six days.
4 And seven priests shall bear before the ark seven trumpets of rams' horns: and the seventh day ye shall compass the city seven times, and the priests shall blow with the trumpets.
5 And it shall come to pass, that when they make a long blast with the ram's horn, and when ye hear the sound of the trumpet, all the people shall shout with a great shout; and the wall of the city shall fall down flat, and the people shall ascend up every man straight before him.
6 And Joshua the son of Nun called the priests, and said unto them, Take up the ark of the covenant, and let seven priests bear seven trumpets of rams' horns before the ark of the LORD.
7 And he said unto the people, Pass on, and compass the city, and let him that is armed pass on before the ark of the LORD.
8 And it came to pass, when Joshua had spoken unto the people, that the seven priests bearing the seven trumpets of rams' horns passed on before the LORD, and blew with the trumpets: and the ark of the covenant of the LORD followed them.
9 And the armed men went before the priests that blew with the trumpets, and the rereward came after the ark, the priests going on, and blowing with the trumpets.
10 And Joshua had commanded the people, saying, Ye shall not shout, nor make any noise with your voice, neither shall any word proceed out of your mouth, until the day I bid you shout; then shall ye shout.
11 So the ark of the LORD compassed the city, going about it once: and they came into the camp, and lodged in the camp.
12 And Joshua rose early in the morning, and the priests took up the ark of the LORD.
13 And seven priests bearing seven trumpets of rams' horns before the ark of the LORD went on continually, and blew with the trumpets: and the armed men went before them; but the rereward came after the ark of the LORD, the priests going on, and blowing with the trumpets.
14 And the second day they compassed the city once, and returned into the camp: so they did six days.
15 And it came to pass on the seventh day, that they rose early about the dawning of the day, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times: only on that day they compassed the city seven times.
16 And it came to pass at the seventh time, when the priests blew with the trumpets, Joshua said unto the people, Shout; for the LORD hath given you the city.
17 And the city shall be accursed, even it, and all that are therein, to the LORD: only Rahab the harlot shall live, she and all that are with her in the house, because she hid the messengers that we sent.
18 And ye, in any wise keep yourselves from the accursed thing, lest ye make yourselves accursed, when ye take of the accursed thing, and make the camp of Israel a curse, and trouble it.
19 But all the silver, and gold, and vessels of brass and iron, are consecrated unto the LORD: they shall come into the treasury of the LORD.
20 So the people shouted when the priests blew with the trumpets: and it came to pass, when the people heard the sound of the trumpet, and the people shouted with a great shout, that the wall fell down flat, so that the people went up into the city, every man straight before him, and they took the city.
21 And they utterly destroyed all that was in the city, both man and woman, young and old, and ox, and sheep, and ass, with the edge of the sword.
22 But Joshua had said unto the two men that had spied out the country, Go into the harlot's house, and bring out thence the woman, and all that she hath, as ye sware unto her.
23 And the young men that were spies went in, and brought out Rahab, and her father, and her mother, and her brethren, and all that she had; and they brought out all her kindred, and left them without the camp of Israel.
24 And they burnt the city with fire, and all that was therein: only the silver, and the gold, and the vessels of brass and of iron, they put into the treasury of the house of the LORD.
25 And Joshua saved Rahab the harlot alive, and her father's household, and all that she had; and she dwelleth in Israel even unto this day; because she hid the messengers, which Joshua sent to spy out Jericho.
26 And Joshua adjured them at that time, saying, Cursed be the man before the LORD, that riseth up and buildeth this city Jericho: he shall lay the foundation thereof in his firstborn, and in his youngest son shall he set up the gates of it.
27 So the LORD was with Joshua; and his fame was noised throughout all the country.
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BSP's Joshua Chapter 6 comment on 7/06/2018, 8:08am...
Verse 25-Rahab and her family were able to survive because she had faith in Jehovah God and she backed up her faith by works. Our conduct can have a powerful effect on our family members. If they don't see that we practice what we preach this could effect them negatively and could end up costing them their lives.
Charles's Joshua Chapter 6 comment on 1/21/2018, 6:26pm...
My thoughts of chapter 6 is the first lesson of the importance of corporate prayer. God instructed that everyone participate, the priest to blow the ram's horns ,armed men and the tribes themselves to shout simultaneously. This signifying one accord, all having faith in God for the same result. Which applies to the church to pray in agreement for God's deliverance of strong holds
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The Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH), in commemoration of the World Pharmacists' Day, has launched a campaign to see the eradication of worm infestation among school children in Ghana.
The campaign, which is in partnership with Jassen Pharmaceuticals of Johnson & Johnson and the Ghana Education Service (GES), will see the education of over 10,000 school children aged between six to 12 years on worm infestation and the need for personal hygiene through drawing and poetry competition in selected clusters of schools across the country.
The winners of the competition to be selected by a panel of judges made up of pharmacists and teachers will receive various educational materials as prizes.
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