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Every Picture Tells a Story
This family was so much fun! They planned this session as a surprise for their mother and they pulled it off!
It was so sweet to see the love and fun they were having with the chance to be all together.
Also, we found out that I went to high school with one of the family member's brother! It's such a small world. I'm so glad we had the opportunity to do these portraits.
It was also so much fun to work with them to select which portraits to hang in their home. We were able to make custom sizes to fit their existing photo displays.
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Savannah Texas Family Photographer
We met the K family after doing their son's preschool portraits.
This family is seriously adorable! Every single one of their proofs turned out beautifully. I love seeing these photos in print!
It was hard to decide which portraits to order, but after sitting down together we were able to figure out which portraits would be the best to display in their home.
I seriously love the satisfaction of helping people to print their photos. It makes such a difference!
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Providence Village Photographer
We love this family, and I love the theme of this cute session. This mama has been through a lot, and has a lot to show for it. After six beautiful boys, she had a baby girl, and a rainbow baby. This baby was such an answer to prayers and she wanted to incorporate that into the session.
It was fun working with her boys, and also a little crazy, as they all wanted to look in different directions, but in the end we were able to capture the portraits and her theme.
This baby girl is so loved and will never lack for attention and protection. Thanks so much for allowing us to capture this special time Danielle.
-Stepheni Beckman-
Savannah Texas Child Photographer
Oh how I LOVE springtime in Texas.
Everything is so green!
The Texas tradition of taking portraits with bluebonnets is especially fun!
If you have been thinking about updating your family portraits (or even having professionally printed portraits for the first time), spring in Texas is an excellent time to do it!
-Stepheni Beckman-
North Dallas Family Portrait Photographer
With spring portraits right around the corner, I was reminiscing about the fall portraits we did for a local preschool last year.
Preschool portraits are a different experience than family portraits. There is a little less time to help children warm up to you and the camera.
However, this is why working with a small in-home preschool was a great experience. The teacher's relationship with her students really helped them warm up to us quickly and get those classic memorable images that parent's love.
I really love this age. Smiles are so genuine and personalities shine through.
I am looking forward to our next session.
-Stepheni Beckman-
Savannah Texas Preschool Photographer
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(From left to right) Catherine Miller (Staff Representative), John Western (Principal), Justine Crawford, Dave Farrelly, Charlotte Brook, Will Peet (Chairperson), Lloyd Davies
Seeking election onto the Board of Trustees [BOT] is the most formal means of involvement in the school. The BOT is the school's governing body and members work closely with management at a strategic level. Board meetings are advertised in advance and are open to the public.
The Seatoun School Board of Trustees (the Board) is the elected group of parents and staff representatives who have the responsibility for the governance of our school.
The school's successes result from an effective and ongoing partnership between the Ministry of Education, the Board, the Principal, the staff, the students, their parents, caregivers and families and the wider Seatoun community.
We are fortunate to have a dedicated and motivated principal and staff. Our children achieve in all areas. With the continued commitment and support of the whole school and community we can achieve our aim to cater for each student's individual needs and ensure that all reach their full potential both during their time at Seatoun School and in the future.
Seatoun School is rated by the Government as a decile 10 school. This means we receive substantially less funding than other schools based on the expectation that our location in a high socio/ economic area gives us greater access to financial and other resources. Your contribution in terms of time, skills and money are more than just a bonus to the school – they are critical for the effective day to day running and are a key ingredient in the delivery of the highest quality education to your child or children.
We look forward to meeting you and your child and to establishing a positive, enjoyable and mutually rewarding relationship with you and your family.
Will Peet
ChairpersonSeatoun School Board of Trustees
A copy of the Seatoun School Charter can be viewed at the School Office or on line. Included in this Charter is the 2015 - 2018 Strategic Plan, 2016 Annual Action Plan, and 2016 Achievement Targets. This document has been accepted by the Ministry of Education, and outlines the objectives and goals for the current year.
You can download our Charter here as a pdf
PEET, Will
Tēnā koutou katoa. I'm lucky to have two daughters at Seatoun School – Susie (Y5) and Izzy (Y8), and another (Zoe) who finished last year and is now at college.
I'm putting myself forward to serve again as a trustee because I believe I can continue to add value to the Board in my areas of strength. In contributing to the collective work of the board, I've had responsibility for undertaking the periodic review of financial systems and procedures, the evacuation stairs project and currently hold the role of Chair. Education is very important to me, as I was a very average school student academically but this allowed me lots of time to fully participate in sports and music. Fortunately, I was engaged by some great educators (after I left school) that changed my experience of education and thanks to them; I found my way. I currently own and run a management consultancy business undertaking a range of public and private sector work. I've been in senior leadership for most of the last 19 years, including as Chief Executive of ONTRACK (now part of KiwiRail) and as Chief Operating Officer at the NZ Defence Force. I hold Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Civil Engineering, am a Fellow of the Institution of Professional Engineers, a Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Logistics & Transport and a Member of the Institute of Directors. During 2010, we took a year away as a family and lived in Niue in the South Pacific where I was funded by NZ to support the Niue Government's infrastructure management and economic development programme. It was an amazing experience for us and caused plenty of reflection about the positives of NZ, especially our education system. I have also undertaken consulting assignments in the Cook Islands, Tokelau and Afghanistan. I bring experience of leading organisations, as well as in engineering and financial management, and know how important it is to constructively support the school's leaders. I'd look forward to the opportunity to continue to serve as part of the Board of Trustee team to make sure our school continues to be "the best we can be".
FARRELLY, Dave
Kia ora. My name is Dave Farrelly and I am very excited to be standing for a second term on the Seatoun School Board of Trustees. The last three years has been a very inspirational and fulfilling time for me. My time on the Board has provided some great opportunities to more closely engage with governance activities across a range of important initiatives and I have learned so much during the process. To name a few of the governance highlights - the selection and on-boarding of our Principal John Western, involvement in the Communication sub-group that has identified ways to improve our schools interactions with parents and caregivers, and the implementation of school initiatives such as KiVa and the evacuation stairs.
I am a father of three fabulous girls, Madison (yr8), Olivia (yr6) and Devon (yr3) and have lived with my wife Tracey in the Seatoun community since 2000. I love participating in the school events and activities as much as I can including coaching at least one of the girl's netball teams each of the last five years, and joining the Year 7 overnight tramp along the Orongoronga Track. I have spent all of my working life with Deloitte in New Zealand and offshore in Portland, San Francisco and Zurich. I have been a consulting partner with Deloitte for the last ten years where I am currently the national leader of our Public Sector practice, and with my background in technology I also lead our Technology Strategy & Architecture team. I'm an accountant by training, holding a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Canterbury, and enjoy bringing this experience to the Board to support our governance and oversight roles across our great School. I would be very privileged to support you and the school for a further term as a member of the Board of Trustee team.
BROOK, Charlotte
My name is Charlotte Brook and I am standing for the Board of Trustees for Seatoun School. I am a lawyer at the Crown Law Office, where I manage one of the Criminal Teams. My background is as a Crown prosecutor but I have also done regulatory work and general public law work. I currently manage a team of about ten lawyers in Wellington and Auckland. While I would hope there would be no need for my criminal law expertise on the Board, I have a lot of experience resolving disputes and negotiating for good outcomes. My management role means I also have experience managing budgets and resources, recruiting staff and dealing with general employment matters. My husband Mike and I have one son at Seatoun School currently (Toby in Year 2) and two more who will be students in future (Hugo turns five next March and Oliver will be starting school in 2020). I therefore have a vested interest in the success of the school given I will be a parent for the foreseeable future. Mike and I have been very impressed with Seatoun School since Toby started at the beginning of 2015 and I want to do everything I can to help the school continue to succeed.
CRAWFORD, Justine
My name is Justine Crawford and I am standing for the Board of Trustees for Seatoun School because I want to contribute and serve our school community. We currently have Max in year 7, Charlie in year 5 and Tobie in year 3.
My recent governance experience is BoT Gisborne Central School, Montessori Council, Chairperson of Tairawhiti Child Protection Network and community representative on Tairawhiti District Health Child Health Governance Group. There hasn't been any grand career development plan but various moves have facilitated changes in career direction. After graduating from Waikato University with a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education and Diploma of Secondary Teaching I taught at Fraser High School and Sacred Heart Girls' College. For the next decade I worked for ICT companies [Telecom, IBM, Gen-i] in training specialist, training management and project management roles. A return to my home town of Gisborne resulted in another career transition into community development. I led the Gisborne Voter Participation Project, designed to increase voter turnout in the local Council and DHB 2010 election. Following that, I was employed by Te Ora Hou as researcher, analyst, project manager for Tiakina ô Tâtou Tamariki, or Keep our Kids Safe. This project focussed on building strong neighbourhoods and communities to prevent child abuse and neglect. I also supervised a research project on local attitudes, beliefs and awareness of sexual violence against children. I am currently employed as a Programme Manager for Social Policy at the Ministry of Social Development. I value teachers and education extremely highly, and consider schools to be dynamic and vital hubs within our communities. I would love to be involved in helping Seatoun School build on its many strengths through the Board of Trustees.
DAVIES, Lloyd
My name is Lloyd Davies and I am standing for the Board of Trustees for Seatoun School.
From October this year I will have four children at Seatoun School, ranging from year 0 to year 5. I have an incentive to make sure Seatoun School is the best it can be! I want to provide the best opportunities for my children, and to have them thrive in a supportive and progressive environment. I am a lawyer currently working at Contact Energy Limited. I have extensive experience in resolving governance issues and providing robust and fair guidelines for organisations to operate in. I am also passionate about the value of a strong and cohesive community. Seatoun School is an integral part of the wider Seatoun community, and brings people together. I want to see that continue and grow stronger. I want Seatoun School to further commit to a culture that adds value, fulfilment, friendship, learning and growth. I want Seatoun School to be an awesome experience for the children who attend, and a fulfilling place to work for its teachers. I want Seatoun School to be place that is worth belonging to.
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Here are two great easy party appetizers that are perfect for girls night in or any time. Get the recipes to some of my all time favorites, here. This post made is made in partnership with Kellogg's
Once again I've partnered with Kellogg's Town House crackers to bring you two terrific and easy party appetizers for girls-night-in. I love sharing 'ladies night' ideas because we have a monthly girls night here in the neighborhood, as do many of you I'm sure. As a hostess, there's always something new you can incorporate whether it's a recipe or casual entertaining ideas.
For this party I had a couple of neighbors over for a light, casual supper {see the modern table setting here} and served up some of my tried and true appetizers incorporating the Town House pita crackers and flatbread crackers.
My baked artichoke dip is a winning recipe with guests, and my neighbor liked it because "it's not overly cheesy." The flatbread goat cheese & pesto bites are less filling but so full of flavor. A good choice for smaller gatherings since they have to be made individually.
Get the recipes below and trust me – you will want to have them for any casual entertaining you plan to do.
Two Delicious & Easy Party Appetizers
Instead of standing or sitting at the kitchen island {you KNOW that's where everyone always congregates} I thought it would be fun to sit at the table and have our appetizers there – restaurant style! I pulled out some black and white serving pieces to coordinate with the table setting I had prepared.
Goat Cheese & Pesto Bites
- Town House flatbread crackers
- Goat cheese, softened at room temperature
- prepared pesto, drain off excess oil
- cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced
Line up as many flatbread crackers as you want to serve and create these appetizers in assembly-line fashion.
Spread each one with the goat cheese, then add a small dollop of pesto, and top with a slice of tomato.
Baked Artichoke Dip
- 15 oz. can artichoke hearts, drained
- 10 oz. package frozen chopped spinach
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 – 2 cups mayonnaise
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder {NOT garlic salt}
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Finely chop the artichoke hearts – I use my mini food processor for this.
Cook frozen spinach according to package directions. Once cool enough to handle, squeeze out excess water.
Combine all ingredients together and transfer to a small baking dish.
Cook for about 30 minutes or until heated thoroughly.
Serve with Town House pita crackers.
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First up are lots of jumpers that I need to own. It's perfectly acceptable to have a Christmas jumper for every day of the week and to wear them after Christmas right?!
Jumper: asos
Jumper: asos
Jumper: New Look
Jumper: New Look
Jumper: Dorothy Perkins
The only shoes I will be wearing if it snows look redic with my favourite dresses but mean I don't end up on my ass and my feet stay nice and warm. A small price to pay don't you agree? I already have a couple of pairs of Rubber Duck boots but am drawn to the fleecy lining of these beauties.
Boots: Rubber Duck @ Spartoo
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Refreshing, interesting, quaint, and beautifully eclectic are the words that come to mind when talking about my visit to Observatory in Cambridge, MA. Located about a mile outside of Harvard Square this gem of a store is worth the walk (or … Continue reading
Category Archives: Furniture Stores
In The Barn: Newbury, MA
Riverside Shopping At In The Barn: Picture yourself shopping for one-of-a-kind antiques and local goods, all while taking in breathtaking views of the Parker River, and you will have found yourself at In The Barn in Newbury, MA. Visiting this … Continue reading
Tips For Shopping Yard Sales
The summer is approaching fast; which means sunscreen, cold drinks, ice cream, swimming, camping, and yard sales are on the horizon. My love for shopping at yard sales is only natural since I'm always on the hunt for the best second-hand stores. However, I realize that shopping at yard sales is not for everyone… so here are seven quick tips for getting the most out of yard sale experience.
Finding a Yard Sale:It always seems that you see a yard sale sign one week too late. So to avoid this problem, stake out all the local yard sales ahead of time. Here are few spots you can check – Classifieds section in your local newspaper, local community bulletin boards/websites, craigslist.com, church notes in your local paper (great spot to find info on a church yard sale), and signs/posters on street intersections.
Timing It Right: Most, if not all yard sales take place on Saturday morning. The earlier you get there the better the pickings will be. However, you don't want to arrive hours early and annoy the yard sale host. Your chance of getting a good deal will dwindle quickly if you're sitting on their grass stalking their goods like a hawk.
Know What You're Looking For: If you're looking for children's clothing/toys, you wouldn't shop at a retirement community yard sale; would you?.Or if you were looking for high-end shoes, you wouldn't shop at a yard sale located in a poverty stricken neighborhood… Bottom line is – be smart and think about what you're looking for. Using this tactic will help you narrow down your amount of stops and reduce your gas milage.
Dress Correctly: Don't show-up to a yard sale with your high heels on. Wear the right clothing and the right shoes to maximize your time and save your nice clothing. The last thing you want is to be slipping all over a wet lawn because you wore flip flops. Or ruin your white pants from carrying a dirty vintage chest you found. Wearing sneakers or closed toed shoes is your best bet to avoid sand, dust, wetness and critters from getting in your way of a bargain.
Come Prepared: Shopping at a yard sale is nothing like shopping at Macy's. You need to be prepared with cash and not just a $100 bill. Bring $1's, $5,s, $10's and $20's. Being prepared will help get you the best deal possible.
Negotiate First: My first question to any host is "what do you want for this"? By asking them first you're able to see what they really want for the item and negotiate from there.
Shop Quality: Just because you're shopping at a yard sale doesn't mean you should buy junk. Look at items thoroughly and know that you most likely can not return the item.
Happy hunting!
Skiing and Vintage Finds in Vermont
Twice Upon A Time- 63 Main St – Brattleboro, VT-(802)254-2261 -http://www.twicetime.com
Overall Thoughts: This is one of my favorite vintage/antique spots! Need I say more…
Recommend: If you're looking for vintage clothing, furniture and cool antiques all well priced, head here.
Skiing and vintage finds = the perfect weekend
Last weekend I scored big time. That is with great skiing conditions at Mt. Snow in VT. 🙂 Seriously, it was the best skiing conditions I have encountered all year and I was there for 3 days!! Skiing powder with my family and best friends was so much fun.
Back to my other passion – vintage!
On our journey home we always stop at Twice Upon A Time in Brattleboro. This store has been one of my favorites for a as long as I have been coming to VT to ski! To me, there is nothing better then hitting the slopes for a morning and then checking out the local vintage shops in the afternoon.
This store is always a must stop for me. You never know what you will find and I love that. Plus it is HUGE! Expect to wander around for at least an hour in this three floor treasure hunt.
Enjoy! I know we did!
Finding your favorite second-hand store!
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Have a wonderful Sunday!
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Vintage clothing, Retro Furniture and albums
Northampton, MA
Stores: Retro Genie, Turn It Up & Roz's Place
Ahh… Northampton. Full of eclectic shops, vintage clothing and yummy dining options. I headed to this hidden treasure (I'm talking for all of us who didn't go to college in Western Mass) a few weeks ago with my boyfriend's cousins – Rachael and Ian.
Let me tell you, these two are pros at hopping around town. They know the good vintage shops, the delish burger joints and the local museums. Lets just say that hanging with these two crazy kids was an adventurous treat!
Here they are… Ready to shop 🙂
Retro Genie – 26 Strong Ave
This place is a blast from the past! The first floor is full of unique vintage clothing, while downstairs has numerous retro housewares and furniture. The quality was great, however, keep in mind, prices were on the higher end. Check out the photos from this hot spot!
Next up –
Turn It Up – 5 Pleasant St.
LOVE this store for so many reasons.
Number 1 – you can listen to any CD before you purchase
Number 2 – prices are 30-50% cheaper then if bought retail
Number 3 – they have an amazing collection of DVDs, CDs and records
Lastly was –
Roz's Place – 6 Bridge St.
This was a great vintage store. They had fantastic clothing, all at affordable prices. We had a blast trying on clothes and picking up a few Christmas gifts.
Special thanks to my models and shopping buddies for the day – Rachael and Ian! I had a blast with you both!
Have a good day!
Searsport, ME – Treasures & Trash Barn
Treasures & TrashBarn – 156 E Main St – Searsport, ME Overall Thoughts: Overwhelmingly awesome! Recommend: If you're looking for original and rustic antique pieces, go here! My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this barn on our way up to … Continue reading
Boston, MA – SoWa Vintage Market
SoWa Vintage Market -460C Harrison Ave – Boston, MA
Overall thoughts: A great adventure in finding unique vintage treasures and crafts
It was another hot weekend when I decided it was time to check out SoWa Vintage Market in South Boston. The location is very easy to get to… My advice is to park in Southie or take the redline to the Broadway T stop and walk over the bridge towards the South End. However, if you're planning on buying big items, such as furntiure, I would drive and park there. This is also very easy.
My initial reason for heading here was to do a review on the Haberdash Vintage Trailer. Once I got their I realized there was so, so, so much that the SoWa Vintage Market offered. When you walk in you don't even know where to begin. The entrance welcomes you with vendor after vendor of unique crafts, vintage clothing and food trucks.
The first thing to catch my eye, were these two New England inspired paintings below. How cool!?
A perfect fit for the blog, indeed 🙂
While I didn't find the Haberdash Vintage Trailer, I did find their new bus! Love it!
As my journey continued, I realized inside was were I needed to be! The inside of SoWa Vintage Market features many different vintage and antique vendors from all around New England. I love these types of places because you never know what you will find! Here is a quick photo overview of what I found inside!
The photos could go on and on, with all the cool stuff I found. I encourage you to head to the SoWa Vintage when you have a free Sunday. You can visit them at http://www.SoWaVintageMarket.com to learn more about their directions, hours and special promotions.
Their indoor market is open every Sunday from 10AM – 4PM year round. AND did I mention the entrance is Free!
We ended the day with nice BBQ sandwich 🙂
South Boston – Urban Exchange & Gallery
Urban Exchange & Gallery – 36 A Street, South Boston, MA "Southie" Overall Thoughts: Bright, Fresh and Beautiful! I lived in Southie for four years, and the Urban Exchange & Gallery opened two years ago, so let's just say this … Continue reading
Stafford Thrift Shop
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Stafford Thrift Shop – 2 River Rd # 101 – Stafford Springs, CT 06076 – (860) 684-6121 Thoughts: Great prices for unique goods! What is a good day at work? I will tell you what a good day at work is… a … Continue reading


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In this industry, it's all about who you know. In this case, having known Jay Wilson from my time at Forever Interactive, he was already someone that I knew would be a great person to connect with about an estimate on how much it would cost for a psychical copy of our game for Raid+ when the question was asked. Ironically he was at school one day for an advisory meeting, so I got the chance to ask him if he could take a look at our game. He was very helpful, and more than willing to help us out with a broad estimate on how much it would cost. This isn't saying that we are going to NOT make SoY into a video game by any means, but we were definitely interested in how much it would cost to produce a physical version.
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What are the benefits of a solid fuel stove over a traditional open fireplace?
Most solid fuel stoves are approximately 40-50% more efficient than an open fire and allow the user to have control over the rate of burn and heat output to the room. Often a large percentage of the heat generated by central heating is lost from a room where an open fire is present (even when not in use). The installation of a stove will mean that the room is much warmer as the air flow is greatly reduced due to the installation of a register plate and the ability to close the air controls fitted on the appliance.


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Governor Gawler as a military man had seen service at Waterloo. His great friend Major General Sir William Ponsonby had been killed while serving with the 6th Dragoon Carbineers. It is considered possible that Gawler adopted the uniform of the 6th Dragoon Carbineers for the Mounted Police.
The winter uniform consisted of navy blue trousers with broad double white stripes down the sides. There was an elastic strap fastening to be fitted under the elastic-sided black boots to the heels of which military spurs were attached. Silver shoulder knots on a navy blue tunic with silver buttons, patent leather cross-belt with pouch, and double peaked 'shako' - type cap completed the dress. Swords were worn at all times. Later they were discarded except for ceremonial drill.
In summer time, peacock blue Garibaldi jackets were worn, these being diamond quilted in black silk on the front and on the cuffs to the elbows. The men also wore white cotton gloves. This uniform was much admired by the public of the day.
The Garibaldi jacket was discarded in 1884, when Commissioner Peterswald also introduced for summer wear the spiked helmet and chain. A change was made in the trousers also. Riding breeches with the double white stripe, together with the concertina Wellington boots were adopted for mounted duty, the long blues being retained for walking out.
In 1884 an introduction was made of numerals on caps and helmets. Various styles of uniform were tried, including at one stage all-white uniforms for the Foot Police in summer time, as a change from the blue coats. It was found that the trouble and cost of laundering was against this style of dress.
The Foot Police did at one time wear a frock type jacket with belt and white mole-skin trousers. The belt was for the purpose of carrying the oil lamp before the invention of torches, and from the belt also swung the baton.
During the late 1920's the 'shako' cap of the Foot Police was replaced by a peaked cap similar to that worn in the present day. The Mounted Police retained their 'shakos' until 1949, wearing them with winter uniform and evening dress. With summer dress they wore a white spiked helmet. As an interesting aside, for several years during World War 1 the spikes were removed from the helmets as they were considered to be too Germanic in there appearance.
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Blockchain technologies – with Bitcoin being the most popular and well-known example – promise to transform how data is securely stored and exchanged. A blockchain works as an online ledger that is able to be viewed by everyone. As a block is updated or verified, the ledger is updated. It's similar to a Google Docs with restricted settings, allowing only the verified authors to make edits, but enabling everyone to see them and see who made them.
Many small business owners think that the blockchain is used only for the creation and exchange of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC). However, this isn't true.
Many blockchain platforms offer B2B and B2C payment services. As cryptocurrencies have dramatically risen in popularity, companies have seen the increasing need to accommodate blockchain transactions. These companies can now participate in blockchain merchant processing services that help businesses conduct operations using cryptocurrency transactions.
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- Protein 1g
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Whisk sugar, lemon juice and 1 cup warm water in a bowl until sugar dissolves. Add tea bags, cover bowl and steep for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags. Fill a pitcher with ice and sliced peaches. Pour in tea and 7 cups cold water. Stir well; serve cold over additional ice.


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South Carolina Drug Rehab
There were 24,582 admissions to drug/alcohol rehab in South Carolina in 2005. In 2004, there were 23,668 admissions into drug treatment. And, in 2003, there were 25,919 admissions into drug treatment in South Carolina.
A national study done in 2003-2004 reports that approximately 89,000 (2.60%) South Carolina citizens reported needing but not receiving drug treatment over the last year.
The drug situation in South Carolina is as grim as any other state, showing a clear-cut need for drug rehabilitation programs that can help.
In South Carolina, cocaine is a frequently abused and readily available drug.
Heroin abuse in South Carolina has been historically concentrated in urban and coastal areas, but recent information suggests that heroin use is increasing among youth.
Marijuana is the most commonly abused and readily available drug in the state of South Carolina.
Methamphetamine abuse is a growing problem in South Carolina, according to recent investigations.
The most commonly abused and available club drug is ecstasy or MDMA and is mostly available in cities such as Greenville, Columbia and other cities along the Atlantic coast in South Carolina.
The use and abuse of pharmaceuticals such as OxyContin, and hydrocodone products such as Vicodin, and pseudoephedrine continue to be problems in South Carolina.
Additionally a national survey done in 2003-2004 approximately 261,000 or 7.65% of South Carolina citizens over 12 reported past month use of an illicit drug.
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No one wants to be a drug addict or alcoholic; no one wants to be controlled by a substance and feeling hopeless. The drug addict's family and friends most commonly ask these drug rehab questions: how could my son, daughter, father, mother, sister, brother or friend become a liar, a thief, someone who cannot be trusted? And why won't they stop?
What you need to understand about drug addiction/drug rehab is that alcohol and addictive drugs are basically painkillers. Drugs chemically kill physical or emotional pain and alter the mind's perception of reality. They make a person numb to the pain they want to be rid of, but drugs also make them numb to all other emotions, including happiness and life in general.
For a person to start taking drugs there must first exist an underlying situation of unhappiness, a sense of hopelessness, or physical pain. Since the substances that they are taking to 'kill the pain' are chemicals and toxic to the body, they actually add in creating depression. A good alcohol and drug rehab program will include detox, which aims at ridding the body and mind of the toxins accumulated by drug use.
Bodies need vitamins, minerals, oils and water to function properly; when they are deprived of proper nourishment they become very depleted. The vitamin deficiencies will cause the person to experience problems sleeping, depression, physical aches and pains, and severe mood swings.
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There are many different kinds of drug rehabs or drug treatment centers and drug rehab programs.
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A good drug rehab typically will last for a minimum of 3 months or more. These give the person a much higher rate of success; there is no 'quick fix' for alcohol and drug addiction…
Completely drug-free rehabilitation is the only way to help someone overcome their drug addiction and get back their life and happiness. Substituting one form of addiction for another is not drug rehab and does not help the individual–it only makes money for the legal drug dealers and in fact adds to the existing problem.
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January 2017
Many thanks to the PACT who worked so hard for our Christmas events, wrapping, manning stalls, selling raffle tickets and getting the tombola ready. We raised an astounding £1088!
The School Council will be meeting later this month to discuss how the money will be spent. There will be two Disco's on Thursday 9th February for KS1 and KS2 respectively.
For more information on coming events or if you wish to join the PACT please go to the school office. You can also follow @stgilesacadPACT or get in touch with Sam Gray, Kim Miller or Tammy Chapman.
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Sibot Technologies Inc is a hardware and software services firm based in USA and India and provides hardware and software consulting services in USA, Europe, and India.Their areas of expertise are ASIC & FPGA design and test, Physical design, Embedded, and Software development and test. Sibot provides consultants in the areas of VLSI, Embedded, and Software technologies.
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When Sir Richard Branson put out a challenge to New Zealand businesses last month, they responded in force. A total of 263, in fact, which have now been whittled down to 15 finalists.
The BNZ Presents: The Virgin Business Challenge finalists will now be asked to submit their business plans with the top 10 being selected to pitch to a panel of New Zealand's leading entrepreneurs, vying for a prize including time with Sir Richard Branson; a $100,000 cash prize from BNZ; a BNZ business education scholarship; mentoring from top Virgin and BNZ executives; and access to Virgin meeting rooms worldwide.
Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia will also provide the winning business with a travel package which includes a choice of domestic and trans-Tasman destinations, as well as flights to the global business capitals of London, New York and Geneva.
The 15 stage-two finalists are:
• Roger Boyd, 1Above
• Angus Allan, The Collective
• Mark Christensen, FaceMe Ltd
• Robert Bell, Brett Waterson and Ross Peat, Klickex Corporation Ltd
• Hamish McLachlan, Konnect Net Ltd
• Kaila Colbin and Melissa Clark-Reynolds, MiniMonos Ltd
• David Darling, Pacific Edge Ltd
• Chris de Boer, Pingar Holdings Ltd
• Greg Cross, PowerbyProxi Ltd
• Peter Beck, Rocket Lab
• Mike Carden, Sonar6
• Ian Williams, WilliamsWarn
• Richard Justice, Photonz
• Kyle Dransfield, Highway1 Specialty Roading
• Jeremy Miocevic, Piper Drinks Ltd.
Twenty percent of entries came from the internet and technology industries, with the traditional manufacturing, transport and food and beverage sectors also with a strong showing.
BNZ director Anthony Healy says the high calibre is an encouraging sign for New Zealand's economic future.
"With two billion people connected to the internet globally and almost US$8 trillion exchanging hands through e-commerce, it is heartening to see our newest Kiwi businesses setting their sights on this opportunity.
"Stepping up to this challenge with such driving offshore aspirations is a true testament to the talent amongst New Zealand entrepreneurs."
The winner will be announced at an awards evening in Auckland on December 15.
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I swear, if I hear one more ITSM vendor talk about how they do ITSM collaboration and their only proof is integration with some sort of social media tool or a discussion board, I think I'll throw up. Simply using a service management solution that is integrating with a social media tool or having a discussion board does not mean that your company is effectively and efficiently collaborating on ITSM. I'm not saying these are not part of collaboration. In fact, I believe they are an essential part of allowing the service desk and the IT department to collaborate with their employees or customers.
At Cherwell Software, we too, have our social media integration. We too, have our discussion board for the self-service portal. They are a very useful and beneficial tool for the IT Service Desk. But, there has to be more to ITSM collaboration, or we're in a world of hurt.
For me it comes down to the three basic areas: people, process, technology.
- People – At its very core collaboration is about the people. It's about employees/customers interacting with other employees/customers. Its interaction with family and friends. It's interaction with the service desk and the SMEs within an IT department.
- Process – Without a process in place, there's no telling whether the information that exists to help resolve issues is accurate or even correct. Without process, all the information that exists is like rummage sale: you never know what you'll get, but you'll grab something just to make sure you got something.
- Technology – Without the proper technology, collaboration would be nothing more than a water cooler discussion or questions thrown over the wall in cubicles. Technology is going to play a crucial and critical role in how information is disseminated and how effectively and efficiently we collaborate. At Cherwell Software, we are just getting started with collaboration.
So, while integrations with social media and discussion boards play a critical role in ITSM collaboration, they are really nothing more than delivery mechanisms.
What do you think? How would you define "ITSM collaboration"? I'd like to hear your thoughts as I believe effectively and efficiently collaborating together will be one of the biggest issues facing the IT Service Desk in 2013. Stay tuned for my thoughts and how Cherwell Service Management intends to address the technology portion of ITSM collaboration.


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It is made up of six Faculties and eight Support Services, located on two perfectly placed campuses - one by the sea (the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter's), the other in the city centre (on Chester Road) - which have experienced major investment to create award winning buildings and facilities. We know that our people - both staff and students - are our greatest asset, and that is why we place such importance on them ..
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We are dedicated to providing the highest level of service and real estate assistance. Here is just a small sample of what our clients have had to say.
Having both bought and sold homes with Margie and Dottie we have to say the experience was great on each end. They took care of all the little worries that can cause so much stress when buying or selling a home. Their knowledge of local contractors, as well as house and landscape workers was so beneficial. They work so well together as a team everything just goes so much smoother. Thanks to both ladies - we love our wonderful home in Saddlebrooke!
Ruth and Terry - 2017
Laurel - Dec 2017
Kathy and Alan 1/20/2018
Dan and Kathy - Dec 2013
In the past year, we sold one house in Saddlebrooke and bought another. Margie and Dottie represented us in both ventures. Throughout the process, Margie and Dottie's customer service and professionalism were outstanding. All questions and concerns were promptly addressed and we always felt well-informed and supported. Margie and Dottie's marketing efforts, on our behalf, were substantial and all paperwork necessary for the closing was prepared in a timely manner. Their genuine effort to help us was always evident. We feel fortunate to have had the Margie and Dottie Team on our side.
David and Kali Cohen - July 2013
We can honestly say that having Dottie and Margie representing us during our home purchase in Saddlebrooke this past year far exceeded our expectations. Their attention to detail, vast knowledge and professionalism continually impressed us throughout the process. It was comforting knowing they were there for us every step of the way. They succeeded in making what would normally be considered a stressful experience into a stress free journey.
Dottie and Margie make a great team and the level of service they provide is second to none. We are grateful we found Dottie and Margie and would recommend them in a heartbeat.
October, 2013 - Orest and Janna Zabrodsky. Saddlebrooke
My wife and I purchased a home in SaddleBrooke April, 2013. I would like to share our experience dealing with Dottie May and Margie Nicholson. We met Dottie at an open house in 2010. We immediately developed a rapport with her as we were impressed with her professionalism and vast experience selling for Long Realty. We felt even better knowing that Dottie had been a practicing attorney. At the time we were renting a home in SaddleBrooke . We wanted to make sure this was where we wanted to live as this was our last "planned" move. Dottie continued to show us every model that met our size requirements. We quickly gravitated to the Galleria Model. Whenever one came on the market, Dottie would call us to set up a showing. We told Dottie we weren't in a hurry due to our lease. Dottie never pushed us or gave up working for us; she became a true partner with our needs as her priority, not just a commission check for her and Margie. At times throughout our purchasing experience we occasionally worked with Margie, another delight. Their skill sets complement each other well. They worked so well together they could both finish each other's sentences! We would be more than happy to further discuss our experiences with you.
Ed and Karen Daus - April 2013
As former residents of SaddleBrooke, we had listed our home with another agent initially, but became frustrated as we had not received any offers. Week after week of holding Open House Saturdays and Sundays was to no avail. Our goal was to move back to the South and enjoy both watching and being part of our 3 young grandchildren's lives. We needed to sell our home and this was just not occurring as antipated. Friends had successfully listed with Margie and Dottie and as our initial listing was approaching expiration, we both knew that in order to move forward, a change of agents was indicated. Once we decided to list with real estate partners Margie Nicholson and Dottie May, everything changed . Although both ladies had several other customers, we were always made to feel that marketing and selling our home took precedence. Both ladies worked in tandem to see that all needs were met swiftly. Open houses were held with either Margie or Dottie holding court and greeting prospects. Both Margie and Dottie specifically focused on selling OUR home during those days rather than using the time to surreptitiously gather new clients. They also continuously remained in touch with us via email messaging and phone calls throughout the home sale process. Bottom line: Once listing with Margie and Dottie, their expertise and professionalism sold our home swiftly! Again, we witnessed both ladies excel in overseeing the inspection process and closing. Both successfully concluded without a hitch. We were closed in a flash enabling the start of the next wonderful chapter in our lives. We thank both Margie and Dottie for their assistance and wholeheartedly recommend their unparalleled services.
Arlene and Art Dees - May 2013
"Dear Dottie and Margie, We cannot thank you both for all the work you did for us. There are no words. We look back on what we went through in such a short time and can't believe it all came together. Without the two of you working so hard as you did for us it wouldn't have gone as smoothly as it did. We are truly blessed to be where we are, back with family, thanks to the two of you"
February, 2012 - Tom and Ginny. Saddlebrooke
Margie and Dottie are an amazing team. Dottie is an attorney and she knows SaddleBrooke in detail. Margie, with her outgoing personality is the hardest working realtor in the area. Our challenge to them was to sell our home in Tucson and to find us a home in SaddleBrooke. With their combined expertise, not only did they sell our home in 4 days, but they made it possible for us to move into our dream home in SaddleBrooke all within a month. We obviously made the right choice!
February, 2011 - Jim and Linda - Saddlebrooke
Our home in SaddleBooke was a two story, which had been on and off the market for 3 years until one day we met Dottie May and Margie Nicholson, who expressed lots of energy to get our home exposed in open houses,as well as every tool available to them! Their communication skills were extraordinary and they kept our spirit high.
If you want a team with high energy and exceptional skills, hire Margie and Dottie OR, I suppose you could just list your home...
December, 2011 - Jim & Kay Rayburn. Saddlebrooke
To whom it may concern- I was a Real Estate agent in a different state in the 90's, so I have some insight on how the RE business and agents perform. Margie Nicholson and Dottie May are without a doubt the most helpfull and efficient agents I have any knowledge of. They helped me and my wife in finding the home we have in Saddlebrooke now. An non aggressive but very informative way about them was very pleasing to us and a very big part of why we bought from Long agency. Their research of homes that fit our profile and price range was above and beyond our expections. I certainly would recommend them to ANYONE who was buying or looking for a home in this area. ,
June, 2012 - Jim and Barb Atkinson. Saddlebrooke
During the last 25 years Deb and I have moved for job transfers 6 times and each time have we have had to sell and then buy a new home. This has given us the opportunity to work with many different realtors. The time, service, and friendship after the purchase of our new home here in Saddlebrooke by Margie and Dottie has far exceeded our hopes and we feel very lucky having found the two of them. I feel that having their help saved Deb and I a substantial amount of money!
June, 2012 - Jim and Debbie Dorman - Saddlebrooke
I recently went through the experience of selling my house on the East Coast and buying a house in Saddlebrooke, AZ. I could not have worked my way through the ins and outs of house-buying here without the more than helpful hands of Margie and Dottie. Every time I had a question they were there with answers. Even before I arrived here Margie was sending me MLS listings to help me refine my house search. She showed me houses on my list and others she thought would work. When I made my decision, it was Margie who contacted all the people I needed for all the inspections that had to be completed before the purchase. Dottie walked me through all the actual paperwork that had to be completed. And, when questions arose about any aspect of the purchase, Dottie was available, even when I had yet to move into the community. I cannot praise the two of them enough and anyone thinking of buying or selling property in this area should have their numbers on speed dial! They are my friends now and will be yours, also. Brenda - June 2012


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Jaguar XK8 4.2S Coupe
Fully loaded as these were the end of XK100 production - JUST SERVICED!
Registration: 2005/55
Mileage: 43300
Colour: Bay Blue
Location: Leicestershire
Jaguar XK8 4.2 S Coupe – Last Edition – 2005/55
The XK8 4.2-S special edition or commonly referred to as last edition model was unveiled on March 1st 2005 at the Geneva International Salon
This car was among the last XK100 models to be produced by Jaguar Cars at its Browns Lane Plant in Coventry in 2005.
We understand that just 187 examples of the 4.2S Coupes were made right at the end of the model run. *
The AJ-34 4.2 Litre 300 BHP V8 Engine and 6 Speed ZF Auto Transmission Gearbox remain from the 2002 upgrade.
Finished in Bay Blue which was one of four special exterior colours available on the 4.2-S
Inside the Interior is unique to the 4.2-S model trimmed with soft grain Ivory leather with contrasting black stitching. (Only 'S' model came with straight stitching on the seats rather than the curved finish on the standard cars, so something to look out for!) The Elm veneer was newly introduced for the 4.2-S and it has black carpet with leather trimmed and embossed floor mats
In recognition of Jaguar's racing heritage, special badging and accents adorn the 4.2-S. Polished door treadplates featuring chequered flag emblems, revised white Jaguar Growler badge on the nose also features new chequered flag accents on the sides of the emblem and there is a 4.2-S Badge at the rear.
The 4.2-S 2006MY package has an increased level of specification over the previous year and features many premium options as standard equipment including-
Electrically Adjustable and Heated Seats
Heated Front Windscreen with Auto Rain Sensor Wipers
Power Folding Mirrors
Premium Alpine Sound System with 6 CD Changer
Power Wash Headlamps
The highly desirable BBS 20" Sepang split rim alloy wheels were a further specified option when new along with the Brembo Performance R braking package with cross drilled discs.
In addition there is an XKR Mesh Grille and Polished Aluminium Pedal Set.
The original rear exhaust silencers have been replaced with a stainless steel system finished with a pair of bespoke twin outlet tailpipes.
So a rare and sought after car that, looking back in Jaguar model history would lead you to think it is certainly a model that could increase in value. (They say you should buy the very first or the very last of any model, especially if low production numbers enter into the equation.)
Of the cars that remain, we would very much doubt that many could rival this one for condition and beauty.
Take a moment to look through the 30 high-res photos, zoom in and you'll see that this car is blemish free. The wheels and chrome bands are pristine/unmarked. The Bay Blue paintwork is swirl free and feels like silk.
The interior is again in exceptional condition; the leather shows no signs of wear, no marks on the leather or even on the stitching. If The Heritage Motor Museum at Gaydon needed one of these for a display item, this car could comfortably take on the role.
-2006 Model Year – 2005 Registered.
-4.2 V8 engine – 300bhp
-Automatic 6 speed Gearbox
-Bluetooth Connectivity
-Performance Seats
-Heated Seats
-Elec. Seats (driver memory)
-Alpine Premium Sound
-Auto Xenon Lights with wash
-Aluminium J Gate and Dial Surrounds
-Reverse Park Aid
-Darkened Rear Lights
-Exclusive Badges
-CD Changer
-Cruise Control
-Electric Folding Mirrors
-Electric Steering Column
-Space Saver Spare
– All keys as new
-Original Book Pack / Manuals
* 20″ Sepang R Performance multi spoke alloy wheels with unmarked chrome bands as per original factory option. (Rare on this model).
The car benefits from a full Jaguar and Jaguar Specialist service record.
Supplied by Stratstone Jaguar of Stoke-on-Trent on the 03/01/06 having covered 3 miles on handover.
- 29/03/07 – 6,646 miles – Guy Salmon Jaguar Ltd
- 08/07/08 – 15,240 miles – Charles Hurst Jaguar
- 21/07/09 – 19,572 miles – Charles Hurst Jaguar
- 23/08/10 – 24,288 miles – Charles Hurst Jaguar
- 31/08/11 – 31,743 miles – The Jagworkshop – London
- 04/09/13 – 37,865 miles – Jaguar Lancaster Sevenoaks
- 24/08/15 – 42,859 miles – MDM Jaguar Specialist
- 22/08/16 – 43,017 miles – MDM Jaguar Specialist
- 22/08/17 – 43,320 miles – MDM Jaguar Specialist (10k Service)
The car needs for nothing and any inspection by a Jaguar specialist or agent is welcomed.
You will not be disappointed with this pristine example, this includes the underside that is well known to rust out on many examples.
We are able to discuss both part exchange and finance options (Subject to status and terms and conditions that you can see on our website).
*We have spotted several cars being advertised that have claims to be examples of the 4.2S, quite a few are not genuine examples.


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In this interview series we will introduce IT Professionals selected for this year's Dell TechCenter (DTC) Rockstar Program. This program recognizes independent experts, Dell customers and employees for their significant positive impact on Dell TechCenter, blogs and social media when discussing Dell. You can find a list of all our Rockstars here. Our ninth interviewee is Jerry Gamblin.
Dell TechCenter: Can you please explain to folks who are not experts in your area: What is your domain of expertise?
Jerry Gamblin: I hate to use the word expert but I am a passionate security professional who loves to learn as much about security as possible.
Q: What are the most exciting trends in security?
A: The Cloud. With more people storing information in the cloud, making sure that information is secure is very important.
Q: Can you point us to security resources you find particularly valuable?
A: For the last couple of years Twitter has been the main source for security news and information. Security is a decentralized industry so you may one day be reading a great story from the Wall Street Journal and the next day be reading a blog post from a guy in Germany with just as much importance.
Q: How do you engage with the IT community?
A: I spend a lot of time of Twitter. My username there is @Jgamblin. I also write on my personal blog.
Q: What are the most cutting edge Dell products – and why?
A: I am a big fan of the new chrome book and ultrabooks Dell has been producing. They are some of the best in the industry. The SonicWALL product line is becoming a force in the NGFW (Next Generation Firewall) market. Secureworks is doing amazing things on the consulting and security research front.
Q: Jerry, thank you so much!


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Stoke City supporters are facing the grim prospect of travelling over 700 miles in three days after being handed a nightmare fixture list by the Premier League.
Mark Hughes and his players will face Newcastle on Boxing Day before a trip to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, with chairman Peter Coates revealing Stoke angrily complained to the league in the summer when the fixtures were released.
Stoke have suffered frustration in the past over their Christmas games after two successive Boxing Day fixtures at home to Aston Villa and Liverpool switched to evening kick-offs to accommodate live TV.
And this year the club are furious after being given two long trips in a row which will see fans having to take gruelling journeys to watch their team.
Hughes said: "I think on Christmas Day we fly to Newcastle and then fly back immediately after before going by train to Tottenham.
"There's not a lot we can do. We made representations to the Premier League and Spurs were not happy playing Thursday, Saturday too. We concurred with them and agreed if we could get it changed we will. Thankfully that's what happened.
"We were looking at having to be away from families by playing two games in a short space of time and being away for four days over the Christmas period.
"There is a little bit of respite but it is not easy, it would have been nicer if we had a home game that's for sure.
"Some clubs are playing on Saturday but we wanted it moved. Thankfully we had that but some teams have stayed as they are – probably because they have two home games and think it is an advantage. We did not have that option."
On the road:
Britannia Stadium – St James Park = 196 x 2 (392)
Britannia Stadium – White Hart Lane 157 x 2 (314)
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|A step by step walk up to
the complete restoration of
all that the devil's SKUD missiles
have destroyed
(Steal, Kill, U, Destroy)!
P.S Can I share something more? How I know for sure God's Spirit was in the house? I went to this programme in a foul mood. I was angry and just brimming over with sadness and an acute feeling of hopelessness about some aspects of my life. I honestly did not want to go anymore even though we had filled the forms and committed to being there as far back as early November 2013 or so. Anyway, I got there and I completely refused to 'fake happiness' which is my usual style. Put everything in a tidy box and 'do chirpy Bola'. I sat there in a blue funk of my own making blocking every body out as best as I could without being utterly rude and I said to God' PapaGod, this is not your fault. You are alright. This is me and I know it. I will pray and I will sing and praise and worship as best as I can BUT I will not pretend that I am OK and I really don't care what anyone thinks about me. All I care about is that your fix me, send your Spirit and let Him melt this iceberg that as taken me over on the inside'. Dear One reading this now, I cannot tell you the hour or the moment that this 'spirit' lifted but when it did sometimes towards the end of the second day, it was like night and day. By the morning of the 3rd day, I was a brand new person. Who did that? Not me. Not my mgm and not any human being. It was God and God alone. When I shared the testimony at the end, at least four people said to me they had noticed and wondered what was wrong.....now they understood. Now, they too had even more confirmation that God was in the house.


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DURING his post-match press conference Brian Little took the surprise step of appealing for patience from the Tranmere supporters.
The manager had, it emerged, been rounded on at the final whistle by a small section of fans frustrated by his tactics away from home.
At Oakwell, Little fielded just the one outand-out striker, Calvin Zola, with support coming from wingers Paul Hall and David Beresford.
Not adventurous enough for some of the Rovers faithful. The issue even made it on to Saturday night's 606 phone-in.
Little's plea was certainly unexpected given his side are enjoying a reasonably healthy start to the season.
Yes, they are still searching for their first away win of the campaign, but a 100 per cent home record has kept them in touch with the early pacesetters. They have tasted defeat on just the one occasion and are currently on a seven-game unbeaten run.
Interestingly, the manager more likely to have the fans on his back was Paul Hart, whose Barnsley side hover just above the bottom four. Yet he came in for no such flak. Perhaps the Tykes supporters know their side are in a false position.
They certainly boast quality going forward, but Little's system did an effective job of smothering the diamond link-up play between Tykes danger men Chris Shuker, Michael Chopra and Barry Conlon.
Only when Manchester United starlet Daniel Nardiello came off the bench for the final 15 minutes did Tranmere look threatened. By then the visitors should have been in the lead, but luck was against them.
From Gareth Roberts' deep cross Paul Hall saw a fine header rebound off the crossbar, while Roberts had a realistic shout for a penalty ignored by the officials after he had been felled by a clumsy Nicky Wroe challenge.
The best of the early chances fell to the hard-working Zola, who twice shot the wrong side of the post, while Beresford cut in from the left and saw a 20-yard drive flash just wide.
In the dying minutes the excellent Steven Jennings was inches away with a wonderful right-foot curler, while Zola was denied from close range by desperate defending.
Regardless of their position in the table, taking a point from Barnsley was acceptable given the number of chances created by the home side.
Nardiello forced John Achterberg into a low save shortly after his arrival on the pitch, then curled a spectacular effort just wide of the far post.
Conlon, a summer transfer target for Tranmere, went close with a glancing header, then at full stretch he volleyed over from inside the box.
Earlier on Achterberg had to produce a superb finger-tip save to keep out Chopra after the striker had capitalised on a rare mistake from Ian Goodison. Skipper Mike Jackson followed up to block Conlon's shot from a tight angle.
Achterberg's heroics made up for a first-half moment of madness when he needlessly dashed from his
box and flattened Conlon out on Rovers' left flank. The keeper was lucky to escape with just a yellow card.
All in all, the result could have gone either way.
Of course, the fans pay their money and are fully entitled to air their views. And it's not difficult to understand their frustration given the team have only picked up three points from visits to Peterborough, Doncaster, Stockport and Barnsley.
That woeful Stockport were hammered 5-0 on Saturday by Bristol City no doubt only heightened feelings.
But let's keep things in perspective. The manager shouldn't be getting grief after just four away games. With so many summer signings his side still need time to click and let's not forget they are currently without influential captain Jason McAteer.
At least Little has an immediate opportunity to silence his detractors. A win at home against Oldham tomorrow night will lift Tranmere into the top three of League One. Hardly cause for complaint.
BARNSLEY:> Colgan, Hassell, Reid, Carbon, Williams, Burns, Kay, Wroe (Nardiello 75), Shuker, Chopra, Conlon. Subs: Scarsella, Boulding, Stal-lard, Tonge.
BOOKING: >Shuker
TRANMERE: >Achterberg, Taylor, Jackson, Sharps, Goodison (Loran 75), Hall, Rankine, Jennings, Roberts, Beresford (Hume 70), Zola. Subs: Howarth, Dadi, Whitmore.
BOOKINGS:> Achterberg and Hall
REFEREE:> Mark Clattenberg (County Durham)
NEXT GAME: >Tranmere Rovers v Oldham, League One, tomorrow 7.45pm


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It's been a full couple of months! The Aikido school has been restructuring. The school that hosts us turned over the keeping of our books to us because our program has grown so much. How awesome is that? We have functioned as independent contractors for years so I have been applying for business licenses, hiring a cpa, setting up Quickbooks, and so on. It's been a good learning experience but extremely consuming. I'm not going to do anything rash, but I'm seriously considering closing my Etsy shop because of how busy I have been with Aikido. I've already cut back a bit on my fitness schedule but I'm still feeling somewhat stretched. Hopefully it's temporary and this will pass as the early paperwork starts to slow down. Anyway, here's something fun...my certificate is officially framed!
Wednesday was a crazy day. I subbed a class for a friend in the morning and then I went home to change and prepare for two presentations. I'm glad I got to teach because otherwise I would have moped around feeling nervous! The first presentation was with a group of hospice workers who have to travel to potentially dangerous areas. We did the awareness portion of a self defense seminar which is primarily lecture on prevention. It went well, partly because it was a great group who asked good questions.
After that, I headed straight over to an event at ServiceMaster honoring the Philippines and Pacific Islands and featured a few martial artists from around town. Their original Filipino martial arts representative fell through and the event coordinator happened to mention this to his hair stylist Don who ALSO HAPPENS to be my hair stylist. How small is this world?? Don said, "funny enough...I know someone."
I wasn't able to rustle up a demo partner because of the time of the event but the coordinator was excited about having FMA represented as well as having a female martial artist in the program. He suggested making a video and putting together a talk. So, I did! I used footage from my CTC test last March. Unfortunately, most of the video of weapon material was wobbly and unusable but I put a few pieces together and finished it off with scenarios.
I talked about my martial path and covered a bit about Filipino Martial Arts in general. I also shared how FMA influenced me and then showed the drills. We paused the video before the scenarios and discussed what a scenario is and the context...this test took place after a full day seminar and the test itself was 5 hours long. On purpose. They wanted to see what, if anything, I would do under stress and exhaustion. To quote my friend Shang, this tells them and me that I have answers and won't simply roll over and die.
They gave me a list of scenarios and I had to do each one against a weapon, empty hand, under continuous attack, on the ground, and the attacker got to choose one of his own! You'll notice we aren't throwing full punches because it was a LONG night and it shows good control. Mine starts to break down as the night wears on...note that I accidentally smush Chuck's head into the concrete at one point......anyway, check it out for yourself! Friends and family I showed the video to agreed that the scenarios were the most entertaining part so for the blog, I took out the drills and the fun part is left, haha.
The presentation was a success! I also raffled off some self defense and aikido classes so maybe I'll pick up a new student. Just as a side note, we are adding a new adult Aikido class to our schedule on Tuesday nights, 6:15-7pm. To celebrate our growth, for the month of March, new students of any age will only pay $30 to get started!
Other CTC test blog posts:
Notes from the Weekend
Canes and Joint Locks and Falls, Oh, My!


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So I've downloaded a series of lectures from iTunes U about astronomy. UC Berkeley's Alex Filippenko teaches a course called Astronomy C10: Introduction to General Astronomy. On my computer, the lectures in this series are all neatly numbered, but on my phone, it's a jumble. So I pick one at random. Not only does this end up being lecture number 32 out of the 41 lectures in this course, I am actually admonished by Professor Filippenko during this lecture, who warns his students to listen to the lectures in order, if they can't attend class.
Great. First day and I'm getting an F.
This lecture is called "The Age of the Universe". Right up my alley. I love this stuff. He talks about the 'red shift' of light coming from distant galaxies and how Edwin Hubble, for whom the Hubble Space Telescope is named, figured out that the galaxies around us--every galaxy that we can see beyond our immediate neighborhood--is flying away from us. The farther they are, the faster they go.
So yes, I've heard this before. Along with the caveat that even though it looks like we're in the middle, and all the galaxies are flying away from us, we're not really in the middle. But things never added up for me. How is it, I asked myself, that the furthest galaxies are moving away faster than the closer ones, and the further away they are, the faster they're bugging out? It all seems so linear, and when you draw lines in space, tracing back where they all came from, all the lines point back to us. It certainly seems like we're in the middle.
The problem, I think I discovered tonight, is the balloon image; the huge, inflationary object I think of when I think of a universe after a Big Bang, swelling outwards from the center, and getting bigger as it moves through time.
Dr. Filippenko fixed that tonight. By making raisin bread.
As he talked, I imagined raisin bread dough; dense, sticky, full of raisins and yeast, evenly distributed in the mix. As the raisin bread cooks, all of the spaces between the raisins expand as the yeast does its work. The raisins themselves don't expand, but to each of the raisins, each and every other raisin appears to be moving away from it in every direction. AAAAhhhh! It's the space between the galaxies that is expanding, and we all move away from each other, and no matter what raisin you are, all the other raisins are moving away from you.
And here's the kicker. When raisins A, B and C started out in the dough, they were all 1-inch apart. After an hour in the oven, they were all 2-inches apart. From raisin A's perspective, B is now 2-inches away, but raisin C, who used to be just 2-inches away, is now 4-inches away.
That's right. The distance between A and B changed at a rate of 1in/hr while the distance between raisins A and C changed at a rate of 2in/hr. Twice the speed!
Dr. Filippenko didn't talk about raisins X, Y or Z, but I imagined them shooting out through the side of the oven in defiance of the constant speed of light.


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Bye Bye Blackbird was written in 1926 about a person plotting to escape their negative environment and head home. The original verses use a blackbird as a symbol of the negativity, and a bluebird as a symbol for the destination place. The song was used in the 1960's to taunt the protesters of the Civil Rights Movement.
In 1968, Paul McCartney wrote a song called Blackbird. He used the blackbird as a symbol for people of color, and he encouraged them to take the "broken wings" caused by centuries of injustice and "learn to fly".
My version changes everything, but the main point remains. We must do ourselves a favor and steer away from all the toxic elements of our lives. It may be racism, depression, oppression, poverty: all things that cannot simply be walked away from, but the point of the recording is to inspire you to try. We are much more powerful than we think. -Orice Jenkins