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I wrote the script for this 55 second video that features Michelle Malkin, Pamela Gellar from Atlas Shrugs, Wendy Sullivan from Girl On The Right, Freeman Hunt, and Skye from Midnight Blue.
101 Things All Young Adults Should Know
by Sir John Hawkins
John Hawkins's book 101 Things All Young Adults Should Know is filled with lessons that newly minted adults need in order to get the most out of life. Gleaned from a lifetime of trial, error, and writing it down, Hawkins provides advice everyone can benefit from in short, digestible chapters.Buy Now
An extra hat tip goes to SarahK from mountaineer musings, who first suggested this idea to me — and Michelle Malkin, who has been suggesting that people do "I am Sarah Palin" videos.
Additionally, there were some other people who sent me videos, but unfortunately, I had horrible technical issues converting the videos and trying to put together clips from 15 different videos at once. I spent 5-6 hours converting videos only to have my video editing program crash again and again as I tried to edit the vids. Eventually, I had to just shave it down to the people you see in the video above to get it to work. However, I hope you'll check out the blogs of the other people who sent in videos as well as a little "thank you" for trying to help out,
Dr. Melissa Clouthier, ALa from Blonde Sagacity, Cao from Cao's Blog, Cassy Fiano, and Ericka Anderson from Culture11.
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text: Almost 12 months ago I (and I believe other members of this community) donated blood samples for a DNA study on fibromyalgia and chronic pain. Does anyone know if any results or conclusions have been found from this study? The letter I received with the blood test kit suggested that this research may improve diagnosis and treatment in the future. Does anyone know how I would find out if they have any results that may be useful to us?


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You may not be the only one she's thinking about during the solo sex. 48 percent of women fantasize about a sexual situation with their ex during masturbation, according to a recent survey of 4,500 people done by sex toy retailer Lovehoney.
The women surveyed also said that they fantasize about erotica, a sexual situation involving BDSM and also roleplay during masturbation, too.
The Good News
Good news is, 60 percent of women reported that they their fantasy mainly involves a situation with their current partner. It doesn't stop there: Here are seven more secrets that are worth knowing.
But what if she's not even thinking about you? Should you be concerned?
To be fair, nearly 60 percent of guys admitted to fantasizing about their ex during the masturbation.
Masturbation is one of those best things someone can do for his or her sex life. Says, sex and marriage therapist Moushumi Ghose, author of Classic Positions Reinvented.
"When you masturbate, message that you send is that your pleasure is important to you," says Ghose. "If you want a strong relationship based on honesty and integrity. Then to talk about what turns you on and also how to get you off is a great place to begin."
If you really want your relationship to grow effectively, mutual masturbation can be a great way to connect. She says: "Sharing this secret side of you can be very powerful".
Give her the best orgasm that she's ever experienced with how to pleasure a women: the ultimate sex manual. But no guy actually wants his girlfriend or wife fantasizing about another man in bed—so when do her secrets really become something to worry about?
Also Read:- Way's To Be The Best Sex He's Ever Had
What Actually Matters
Fantasizing about an ex is not really a very big problem at all. Our fantasies are the ways in which we mostly workout some of things we experience in our daily lives. So fantasizing about the ex in and of itself is not an issue at all.
What actually matters is that whether your partner expresses interest in her ex outwardly in some other ways—say, constantly communicating with her ex or dropping his name in middle of conversation. If she is overly obsessed with these type of fantasies.
It might also mean that she is no over her ex. If you think that this might be the case, talk to her about it.
But if things are going better, then don't sweat it. Remember, a majority of women say that their current partner is the one they think about, anyway.


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Editor's Note: This is the final installation of one turkey hunter's quest for the Grand Slam, a journey that takes him throughout the country as he seeks to fulfill his dream of hunting and killing the four U.S. turkey subspecies: Rio, Merriam's, Eastern and Osceola.
Read Part 1 Here
Read Part 2 Here
Read Part 3 Here
Read Part 4 Here
When you get your gear figured out that provides lethality and confidence, it's hard to argue if you're successful in the woods. Check out this slate of turkey-thumping gear used by Deer & Deer Hunting Editor Gordy Krahn during his Grand Slam quest.
By Gordy J. Krahn
Winchester Longbeard XR
Rarely does an innovation in turkey-specific ammo come along that's a real game changer, but the guys and gals at Winchester Ammo truly built a better mouse trap when they introduced Longbeard XR. For years, lethal performance at 40 yards has long been the standard by which all turkey loads were measured, but Longbeard has successfully broken that barrier, by consistently providing increased lethality at longer ranges.
How did they do it? By thinking outside the box. Long Beard XR incorporates Shot-Lok Technology—a hardened resin that encapsulates the lead pellets, eliminating air space around the pellets and preventing movement—which eliminates the pellet deformation you find in standard shotshells and produces tighter patterns downrange. As the shot leaves the barrel, the resin fractures, forming a micro-buffer—the pellets remain round and fly straighter and tighter, resulting in highly consistent payloads and devastating terminal performance at longer ranges.
Key Features
- Devastating terminal performance beyond 50 yards.
- Twice the number of pellets in a 10-inch circle out to 60 yards.
- Available in 3- and 3.5-inch 12 gauge Nos. 4, 5 and 6.
For more information about Longbeard XR and other Winchester Ammunition products, visit Winchester.com.
Mossberg 930
Mossberg's 930 Pistol Grip turkey-specific shotgun—also available in the beefy 935 (3½-inch) Magnum version—is the cat's meow for hunters who want a reliable, maneuverable autoloader that offers quick follow-up shots should things get dicey in the turkey woods. Dressed in Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity camo, it comes standard with features hard-core turkey hunters demand in their shotguns: adjustable fiber-optic sights for quick target acquisition, ported barrel for reduced recoil and muzzle climb, a tactical-style pistol grip in a fixed synthetic stock and much more.
The 930 was developed to handle 2¾ and 3-inch 12 gauge factory shotshells—from low-brass target loads to heavy-hitting magnum turkey loads. It comes drilled and tapped for convenient optics mounting and a XX-Full ported choke tube for turkey-tight patterns. It also has a fast-dump feature for emptying the magazine in a quick, convenient manner.
Key Features
- Smooth cycling via its Dual Gas-Vent System
- Available in 3-inch (930) and 3.5-inch (935 Magnum) versions
- Pistol-grip synthetic stock
To learn more about Mossberg's lineup of special-purpose turkey shotguns, visit Mossberg.com.
EoTech EXPS2
As shotshell manufacturers and choke tube companies conspire to produce the tightest patterns turkey hunters have ever witnessed, the need for improved sighting solutions to make certain those tight swarms of angry BBs stay on target has never been greater. And with shotshell accuracy and terminal performance routinely breaking the 40-yard barrier and beyond, more scopes and red-dot sights are finding their way onto turkey-specific shotguns.
EoTech's EXPS2 holographic sight is a good example. Its holographic halo provides quick target acquisition, and simulates the shot pattern for pinpoint accuracy at all ranges. As with all red-dot sights, the EXPS2 provides two-eyes-open shooting—giving turkey hunters an edge when shooting from those awkward positions they often find themselves in.
Key Features
- Easy-to-adjust side buttons and quick-detach lever
- Up to 600 hours of battery life at midrange settings
- Quick-detach lever that fits both 1-inch Weaver and MIL-STD-1913 rail
For more information on holographic sight solutions for turkey guns, visit EoTechInc.com.
NWTF = Grand Slam
No wild turkey Grand Slam would be possible if not for the efforts of the National Wild Turkey Federation. Its restocking efforts are legendary—bring the wild turkey from the brink of extinction to the more than 7 million birds that occupy the United States and parts of Canada tody. More recently the organization has set its sights on habitat conservation, hunter recruitment and hunting access. Its mission is to raise $1.2 billion to conserve and enhance more than 4 million acres of essential upland wildlife habitat, create at least 1.5 million new hunters and open access to 500,000 new acres of hunting, shooting and outdoor enjoyment.
Lend your support by joining the NWTF today. Visit NWTF.org.
April 2015 Turkey & Turkey Hunting Digital Download
Fuel your passion for America's greatest game bird challenge with the 2015 Turkey & Turkey Hunting Annual, which is slammed with great features and information including some of the hottest new turkey hunting gear.
"What better way to gear up for the spring wild turkey season than with an information-packed issue of Turkey & Turkey Hunting magazine?" says Gordy Krahn, T&TH Editor. "Inside you'll get top-notch instruction on how to improve your hunting skills as well as the latest dope on all of the new gobbler gear. Everything from the latest and greatest turkey calls to how to get the most out of hunting public land – it's all here in this special spring issue."


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The lights weren't that great so all indoor photos got a kinda blurry/grainy texture. Oh well, I don't really mind because I think it fits the mood of the photos rather well~
Cosplayer: Valkoinen Samurai
Photographer: Jäätynyt Enkeli
Blurry pictures aren't always bad C: I really love these photos! <3
Harmi kun en päässyt teille Mangapäivien jälkeen~ ö3ö''
Yeah. Thanks! <3
Niin, olis ollut niin mahtavaa jos olisit päässyt! Oh well, joskus toiste sitten!
Oh, the texture really does fit the mood! Something different once in a while is good x3
I really like the first picture~ And the third and fourth one kinda looks like Hijikata has elf ears xDDD
Thank you! <3
*checks* Oh.. yes, maybe a bit. XDDDDD
These pics sure look good! ^_^ I can't decide which one I like the most. The third one maybe ~ Lack of light makes you look kinda pale but it doesn't look weird, it's just fine.
And being normal isn't fun trololololol
Consider dropping me a comment if you enjoyed this post. (´∀`○)
Maybe you got inspired, learned something new or you have some other things you want to tell me? Don't hesitate if you have something to say – I'd love hearing from you! ♥ Psst, I read everything even if I don't always answer ~


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Android Creator Andy Rubin Launching Playground Global
Firm to provide support, advice to tech startups making devices
The creator of Android, the world's largest mobile operating system, is returning to his roots in hardware.
Andy Rubin, who nurtured Android at Google Inc. from 2005 to 2013, is launching Playground Global LLC to provide support and advice to tech startups making devices for consumers or companies.
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text: Keep of Kalessin is an extreme metal band from Trondheim, Norway formed in 1993. The group's early lineup consisted of Ghash on vocals, Obsidian C. (the group founder) on guitars and keyboards, Warach on bass, and Vyl on drums. They released two albums under this lineup: Through Times of War in 1997, and Agnen: A Journey Through the Dark in 1999, before splitting up. Obsidian C. then toured with Satyricon, but revived the Keep of Kalessin name for a 2003 EP, Reclaim. In 2006 he reconstituted the group with a new lineup and released a third full-length, Armada). They toured with Behemoth and Dimmu Borgir early in 2008. Their fourth album Kolossus was released on June 6, 2008. They take their name from Ursula K. Le Guin's Earthsea series of books, where Kalessin is the name of the arch-dragon who is the bearer of the Earthsea world. Keep of Kalessin was nominated for a Spellemannprisen in the metal category in 2008.


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On September 27, 1994, the New York Stock Exchange, Inc. ("Exchange" or "NYSE") filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("Commission") a proposed rule change pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") [1] and Rule 19b-4 thereunder [2] to revise Exchange Rule 92, "Limitations on Members' Trading Because of Customers' Orders." A complete description of the proposed rule change and Amendment Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 to the proposal may be found in the notices of filing previously published in the Federal Register.[3]
Given the public's interest in the proposed rule change and the Commission's desire to give the public sufficient time to consider Amendment No. 5 to the proposal, the Commission has decided to extend the comment period pursuant to Section 19(b)(2) of the Act.[4] Accordingly, the comment period shall be extended from January 10, 2000, to January 24, 2000.
Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views, and arguments concerning the foregoing, including whether the proposed rule change, as revised by Amendment No. 5, is consistent with the Act. Persons making written submissions should file six copies thereof with the Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 450 Fifth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20549-0609. Copies of the submissions, all subsequent amendments, all written statements with respect to the proposed rule change that are filed with the Commission, and all written communications relating to the proposed rule change between the Commission and any persons, other than those that may be withheld from the public in accordance with the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552, will be available for inspection and copying in the Commission's Public Reference Room, 450 Fifth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20549-0609. Copies of such filing will also be available for inspection and copying at the principal office of the Exchange. All submissions should refer to File No. SR-NYSE-94-34 and should be submitted by January 24, 2000.
For the Commission, by the Division of Market Regulation, pursuant to delegated authority. [5]Start Signature
Margaret H. McFarland,
Deputy Secretary.
1. 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(1).Back to Citation
2. 17 CFR 240.19b-4.Back to Citation
3. See Securities Exchange Act Release Nos. 35139 (Dec. 22, 1994), 60 FR 156 (Jan. 3, 1995) (notice of filing of proposed rule change, including Amendment No. 1); 36015 (July 21, 1995), 60 FR 38875 (July 28, 1995) (notice of filing of Amendment No. 2); 37428 (July 11, 1996), 61 FR 37523 (July 18, 1996) (notice of filing of Amendment No. 3); 39634 (Feb. 9, 1998), 63 FR 8244 (Feb. 18, 1998) (notice of filing of Amendment No. 4); and 42224 (Dec. 13, 1999), 64 FR 71160 (Dec. 20, 1999) (notice of Amendment No. 5).Back to Citation
4. 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(2).Back to Citation
5. 17 CFR 200.30-3(a)(12).Back to Citation
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Civic Education in Former Communist Countries of Central and Eastern Europe.
Patrick, John J.
This paper discusses the efforts of educators in the former communist nations of central and eastern Europe, particularly those of Estonia and Poland. In spite of diverse histories and cultures, each of these nations has shared a legacy of totalitarian communism imposed by the former Soviet Union. This inheritance has afflicted all former communist countries of this region with handicaps that fundamentally obstruct their march toward authentic constitutional democracy. This paper discusses three common problems in the way of reconstructed civic education for liberal constitutional democracy: (1) conceptual confusion or different meanings, often subtle shades of difference, attached to key words by civic educators from the West and their counterparts from former communist countries; (2) constitutional cynicism or an undervaluing or skepticism about constitutions as effective instruments for the rule of law and protection of human rights; and (3) democratic ethnocentrism or a blend of fervor for democracy and ethnicity, that can be linked both to conceptual confusion and the residue of Soviet and Russian imperialism. This third problem is a tendency to view democracy simply or primarily as the will of the country's ethnic majority, irrespective of the wishes of particular individuals or groups who do not or cannot identify with this monolithic and permanent majority faction. A deep commitment to constitutionalism as protection against any form of tyranny and guarantor of human rights can contribute much to the resolution of this third problem. (DK)
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SPAR Group Engages Investment Banking Firm Jesup & Lamont to Assist With Growth Initiatives
TARRYTOWN, N.Y., June 18, 2009 -- SPAR Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:SGRP), a leading domestic and international supplier of merchandising and other marketing services, today announced it has engaged investment banking firm Jesup & Lamont, Inc. to assist it with growth initiatives, including, but not limited to, identifying acquisition or merger candidates on a global basis, raising capital and related activities.
"Particularly in today's economic environment, there are numerous opportunities on a global basis to expand our business through the creation of synergistic relationships or business combinations," said Gary Raymond, SPAR Group's president and chief executive officer. "We will look to our investment banker to help facilitate potential transactions that we or they identify, including providing access to additional capital, as we seek opportunities that will enhance our growth and shareholder value."
During recessionary periods and as business conditions begin to stabilize on a worldwide basis, Raymond said it may be an opportune time for SPAR Group to explore expansion opportunities, as the retail companies it serves typically seek new solutions to cost-effectively improve their performance and enhance efficiencies.
About SPAR Group
SPAR Group, Inc. is a diversified international marketing services company, providing a broad array of services to help companies improve their sales, operating efficiency and profits at retail worldwide. The company provides in-store merchandising, in-store event staffing, RFID and other technology, as well as research, to manufacturers and retailers covering all product classifications and all classes of trade, including mass market, drug store, convenience store and grocery chains. The company operates throughout the United States and internationally in Japan, Canada, Turkey, South Africa, India, Romania, China, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Australia and New Zealand. For more information, visit SPAR Group's Web site, www.sparinc.com.
About Jesup & Lamont
Established in 1877, Jesup & Lamont offers comprehensive investment banking services, publishes proprietary research and provides full service broker-dealer services through approximately 200 registered representatives in its primary offices in New York, San Francisco, Boston, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando, as well as its independent offices nationwide.
Certain statements in this news release are forward-looking, including, but not limited to, identifying and consummating a transaction as a result of engaging an investment banker. The company's actual results, performance and trends could differ materially from those indicated or implied by such statements as a result of various factors, including (without limitation), the continued strengthening of SPAR Group's selling and marketing functions, continued customer satisfaction and contract renewal, new product development, continued availability of capable dedicated personnel, continued cost management, the success of its international efforts, success and availability of acquisitions, availability of financing and other factors, as well as by factors applicable to most companies such as general economic, competitive and other business and civil conditions. Information regarding certain of these and other factors that could affect future results, performance or trends are discussed in SPAR Group's annual report on Form 10-K , quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and other filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time.
SPAR Group, Inc.
James R. Segreto, Chief Financial Officer
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By Green Bay Bullfrogs
The Green Bay Bullfrogs fall to the Lakeshore Chinooks 3-2 as the Chinooks hit a two-run walk-off home run to win. Coming into the game the Bullfrogs were undefeated at Kapco Park and were staring down their fourth win there when Richardson hit a two-run walk-off home run over the left centerfield wall with 2 outs on the board. Ethan Evanko gets the loss for the Bullfrogs and Joe Heemean gets the win for the Lakeshore Chinooks. The Bullfrogs drop to 2-9 on the second half of the year and are 3-4 against the Chinooks on the season.
The Bullfrogs and Chinooks found themselves in a pitcher's duel tonight in Lakeshore. Bullfrogs' pitcher Michael Bohlke might have pitched one of his best game as a Bullfrog as Bohlke went eight complete innings for the Frogs and only allowed one run. Neither team would plate a run in the game until the sixth inning. The Bullfrogs would strike first in the game when Alex Pener smacked a RBI single that scored Alonzo Jones in the sixth inning. Alex Pener would manage another RBI single in the eighth inning giving the Bullfrogs a 2-0 lead. The Lakeshore Chinooks would plate a run in the bottom of the eighth inning off of a single from TJ Raguse edging the Fish closer. In the ninth inning the Bullfrogs would go down in order giving the Chinooks some momentum. Ethan Evanko would get the nod to come in and close the game out for the Frogs. Evanko retired the first two batters he faced, including striking out All-Star catcher Nick Gatewood and forcing a ground out. With two outs on the board, Rylan Thomas would dig in and hit a single to centerfield, giving his team some life. Jacob Richardson would then come into pinch hit and he would take the opportunity in stride. Richardson would launch a two-run shot over the left field wall sending the home crowd into a frenzy and giving his Chinooks the lead.
The Bullfrogs Player of the Night is Michael Bohlke. Bohlke would pitch an unreal game for the Bullfrogs. Bohlke went eighth strong, got ahead in the count, and let his defense make plays behind him. Bohlke's stat line on the night: 8.0 IP, 1 R, 3 K, 6 H, 1 BB.
The Bullfrogs are back in action Sunday at home against this Lakeshore Chinooks.


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Renato Garcia was a hero and a helpful presence to his community in Puerto Rico. He was always there to lend a hand when people needed him. When he passed away earlier this month, the loss shook the community. As a way of paying tribute to Garcia"s heroic legacy at his wake, the community dressed him up as The Green Lantern, his favorite comic book superhero.
During the last few weeks of his life, Garcia occasionally lived up to his "superhero" status by dressing up as the Green Lantern. He supposedly found the costume in a garbage can and decided to embody his favorite comic book hero.
The idea to dress Garcia as the Green Lantern was the community"s idea. "I was going to have a regular funeral for him, but the neighbors and the community had this idea," said Garcia"s sister Milagros. "I know he would have liked it."
During the service, many mourners wore Green Lantern shirts and symbols as a way to pay tribute to Garcia.
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That must have been one heck of a funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Garcia family and their community during this time of loss.


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The Barbarian Group, leant their super desk out to artist Emilie Baltz in collaboration with chef Andrew Gerson of Brooklyn Brewery for Traces; an experimental 5-course meal. No utensils in sight! We donned aprons and sat down to smears of butter on the table, courses dolloped, squirted, splattered in front of us, then nothing but our fingers to dive in and enjoy the meal with. Firstly, aside from the art fun of it all, the food was amazing. Super tasty, interesting combinations, I loved everything. Even the raw sea urchin that I'd never had before, and raw meat. Who says I'm not adventurous with food? (my husband does). Hope I did you proud babe. I pretty much licked the table clean! Though I forgot to snap a pic of my fabourite course with raw scallops and pineapple and lime. Just delicious. Such good fun, and I'm inspired for my next dinner party... watch out dear friends.
Wednesday, 22 July 2015
Play With Your Food
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Thursday, 16 July 2015
Embroidered Zoetrope
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Wednesday, 15 July 2015
Coney Island
A couple of weeks back when my whole family was in the city visiting we took a trip to Coney Island. I'd been once before, but saw things through different eyes with kids this time. We took Oscar on the Merry-Go-Round, of which he is a fan. Otherwise we just took in the sights, had some greasy food on the boardwalk and tried not to faint in the heat. My crazy siblings and hubby took a ride on The Thunderbolt. I passed.
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Chauffeur Rentals Commitment to the Environment
The Environment and our impact upon it, is playing an ever increasingly important part in our day to day lives.
As we are all becoming accountable for the affect we are having with the use of fossil fuels and other commodities, we felt it necessary to take steps to reduce the contribution that both we and our clients have on the environment when going about our daily business.
Steps we are taking to reduce our Carbon Footprint
All conventional diesel engined vehicles within our PCO Hire fleet, have been specially modified to run on processed waste vegetable oil. This processed oil is oil that has already been used once in the food industry and then been processed for use as a replacement for normal fossil fuels available at fuel stations. This type of fuel is often referred to as a 'Bio Fuel'.
We have implemented the use of a rainwater harvesting system, allowing us to collect and store sufficient water for all our valeting and vehicular needs. This reduces the energy used by the water companies treating the water and pumping it back to us.
Helping you to reduce your Impact
We all need to do our bit to help the environment. By hiring your vehicle from Chauffeur Rentals, you know that you are using an ethical company, committed to controlling their impact on the environment and so aiding you in reducing your own impact too.
Our fleet includes a range of Diesel Hybrid, Petrol Hybrid and the All Electric Tesla Model S vehicles. These are far more environmentally efficient and recommended as a low carbon option for transportation.
You can find out more about our vehicles by visiting our fleet page.
This information should in turn be passed on to your own discerning clients, who would no doubt appreciate the steps that you have taken to seek an environmentally aware provider, and your own environmental commitment.


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WAPilates Teacher Training Program
To nurture and guide students in a supportive, safe and inspiring environment creating Pilates Instructors who are intuitive, passionate and committed to the Traditional Pilates Method.
Hilary Opheim- Director/Lead Teacher
Comprehensive Training Program/Mentorship, Continuing Education and Apprenticeship Program
Hilary has been in the fitness industry in Houston since the days of high impact aerobics and has been teaching Pilates for over 25 years. Born and raised in Houston, Texas she was always active with swimming, tennis, gymnastic, dance, figure skating and sailing. She started her fitness journey teaching aerobics and was one of the first to get certified with Johnny G and to teach Spinning in Houston. She was the Group Fitness Director at the University Club for over 10 years. She set up their Spinning Program, one of the first Cycling studios in Houston.
After years of teaching Hilary found her knees in bad shape and was led to Pilates by one of her instructors at the University Club. She immediately fell in love with the Method.
She practiced Pilates for years and with no more pain in her knees she knew this was something she was meant to do and was led to John Gossett, at the time with Physical Mind Institute. She then set up the Pilates studio at the University Club and continued teaching in other studios after it's closure.
In 2005 she opened up WAPilates and became PMA Certified. She founded Pilates has Heart in 2013 to honor client and friend Terri Dome, which raises money every year to help with awareness of Women's Heart issues and Cancer. 100% of all the proceeds go to Texas Heart Institute.
She continues to study the Traditional Pilates work and has studied with Jennifer Kries, Benjamin Degenhardt, Lolita San Miguel and others. "One thing I love about Pilates and as a Teacher is that you are constantly learning. It is a journey that never ends and I not only learn from other Pilates Teachers but also every student that comes through the Teacher Training Program."
She has used her upbeat style to create an environment of positive and supportive guidance with the Teacher Training Program at WAP. "I created our program to really nurture the students and I wanted it to really bring the Mentorship aspect into our program, to really guide the students and share our knowledge with them. We are giving information to them that took me years and years to learn."
"My favorite, each class, is seeing the progression of each student and how their personality and style comes out in their teaching." Hilary Opheim
Kim Humrichouse- Senior Teacher
Comprehensive Training Program
Kim has been teaching at WAPilates for the past 8 years. Kim is a native Houstonian & attended the Houston High School for the Performing & Visual Arts with a major in Dance. She danced professionally with the Louisville Ballet, Tulsa Ballet, & Nevada Dance Theatre.
After her dance career, Kim returned to Houston & began studying Pilates. She also obtained a BA in Psychology from the University of Houston. Because movement was such an important part of her life, Kim decided to take the teacher training, under the guidance of John Gossett, and become a Pilates instructor. "One of the best things about teaching Pilates is that I get to see how much better people feel after their Pilates session. "
Kim became a WAP CE Program Teacher in 2016. She is excited to create programs that will help fellow instructors teach clients with specific contraindications. "I have found it extremely useful to learn variations of the original work. It has allowed some of my clients with injuries, chronic conditions, or while pregnant to experience Pilates safely. I look forward to passing on what I have learned through my experience and training."
Scott Minard- CE Program Teacher
Continuing Education Program
Scott is a native Houstonian and a lifelong competitive cyclist, he came to Pilates to develop a stronger core and to help rehab multiple injuries from decades of racing. He is a professional cycling , USA Cycling certified coach, and works with cyclist of all abilites. He trains riders with power using the latest technology and data analysis. Working with athletes he sees a number of common deficiencies that need to be addressed for maximum quality of life.
Scott discovered the benefits of pilates as a client and then obtained his Comprehensive Pilates Certificate through the WAPilates Teacher Training Program. He gained a new appreciation for anatomy, movement and body awareness. The benefits of Pilates to athletes of all kinds quickly became obvious to him. " Going through the Pilates Training process showed me a new level of understanding about body kinematics. With proper queuing and tactile input clients learn to move their body with total control"
Scott has a bachelor degree from the University of Houston in History and Education. In 2016 he started pursuing his Masters degree in Sports and Human performance. As a teacher Scott loves to impart the "flow and work" of a workout. "Using all the tools you have such as fitness, balance, focus and emotion propel you to get the most our of each movement" Scott Minard
Emily Delgado- Teaching Assistant
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Vassa in the Night
By Sarah Porter
Published by Tor Teen
Pages: 296
Genre: Fairytale/Retelling
Book Blurb:
In the enchanted kingdom of Brooklyn, the fashionable people put on cute shoes, go to parties in warehouses, drink on rooftops at sunset, and tell themselves they've arrived. A whole lot of Brooklyn is like that now—but not Vassa's working-class neighborhood.
In Vassa's neighborhood, where she lives with her stepmother and bickering stepsisters, one might stumble onto magic, but stumbling away again could become an issue. Babs Yagg, the owner of the local convenience store, has a policy of beheading shoplifters—and sometimes innocent shoppers as well. So when Vassa's stepsister sends her out for light bulbs in the middle of night, she knows it could easily become a suicide mission.
But Vassa has a bit of luck hidden in her pocket, a gift from her dead mother. Erg is a tough-talking wooden doll with sticky fingers, a bottomless stomach, and a ferocious cunning. With Erg's help, Vassa just might be able to break the witch's curse and free her Brooklyn neighborhood. But Babs won't be playing fair…
I am coming in strong by stating this is probably the book of 2016 for me. Despite the countless negative reviews and less than ideal feedback that originally had me anticipating great disappointment, Vassa in the Night has persevered with shining colors. Uncanny and full or otherworldly, eccentric symbolism, it is easy to accept that this will not sit properly with all. For myself, it was a reading experience that cannot be compared to any previous retelling and has provided a new level of expectation to the genre. This is exactly the sort of storytelling that I live for. From beginning to end, I wanted more, and it continued to give. Describing what I received will be challenging. The complexity that makes this story so gratifying is not easy to articulate without divulging spoilers.
Before attempting to read and understand this story, I cannot stress just how valuable I feel it is to familiarize yourself with the original tale of Vasilisa the Beautiful and Baba Yaga by Alexander Afanasyev. This is a retelling based on Slavic folklore, and it is different from what one might expect from fairy tales. Useful information for those looking for a quick breakdown of the original fairy tale can actually be found here on Wikipedia. I am not normally a fan of recommending wiki, but this information is pretty solid and there are several illustrations worth looking over. You may also be interested in reading Baba Yaga and Vasilisa the Brave by Marianna Mayer
This retelling takes the folklore that originally took place within a hut in a forest and transports it to current day Brooklyn. Only this is not the Brooklyn you may think you know. It is littered with areas of magic. However, magic is not something that the denizens actually welcome, exactly.
"See, to whatever degree we have magic around here, it is strictly the kind that's a pain in the ass."
-Sarah Porter, Vassa in the Night
We soon learn that many, including are heroine, go to great lengths to avoid contact with anything pertaining to magic. One particular area that is avoided at all costs, would be the local convenient store BY's. However, in a fit of anger and hurt, Vassa finds herself venturing out one night to this very store to pick up lights bulbs (significant symbolism). This is where the story unfolds, and she soon uncovers the many fantastical and deadly secrets of the shop owner Babs, realizing she may never leave alive.
It is truly difficult to discuss or dissect the plot in great length without the risk of ruinging the reader's first encounter. I will mention that there is some super heavy symbolism occurring. The over all reading experience may become somewhat frustrating or confusing to those who are not familiar with the folklore. You will need to be prepared and ready to slowly digest this book at times. While it was thoroughly entertaining, it was not the light read the blurb originally had me believe. There was a lot happening. This one was what I call a "tabber". I marked various sections and had to let certain events sink in over time.
The characters completed Vassa in the Night for me. Their eccentric manners and incredibility provided a real air of magic and life to this fantastical and peculiar story. Nothing and everything about them made sense. There was such an alluring mystery promoted with each individual, that they continued to draw me forward. I had to know them, I needed to.
"You don't have to be human to be a person. I mean you don't have to be human to be somebody. I don't know you that well, but you seem like way more of a somebody than lots of humans I know! Really."
― Sarah Porter, Vassa in the Night
Vassa, our protagonist, is full of wit and charm with her style and flare. She proves to be resilient and compassionate, while also maintaining a bit of fear and fluent sarcasm that played well into the environment and craziness. She reacted very appropriately to inappropriate situations. I loved her! Is she completely credible? Maybe not to the full extent, but nothing in the story is. That is what makes it so attractive.
Erg is Vassa's one true companion. She happens to be a wooden doll that has been given life and left with Vassa as her mother's last gift before passing. She is a bit of jerk, but not without her own endearing qualities. She also happens to be a clepto. Her contribution to the story is not to be undervalued, as she seems to be the perfect sidekick. She and Vassa belong together like freis and ketchup. But make no mistakes, she will anger you at times.
We are also presented with Babs, the shop owner. She is deformed, cruel and ruthless. She is a terrific villain that I was able to appreciate on several fronts. She is an enigma and cleverly adds to the flare of Vassa, as they work against one another so greatly.
Perhaps one of the most mystifying characters would be the store's night security, a motorcyclist dressed in black. He is ever-present and of great significance, as you will discover most things within this tale are. Nothing and no one are to be taken for granted.
World Building
The majority of our tale resides within BY's, an odd convenient store that happens to be perched upon two dancing chicken legs, and also happens to be the only chain open at night (the story takes place throughout the extent of several nights that happen to be much longer than an average, normal night). If you have taken the suggested moment to do your homework, you have established the connection between the store name and Baba Yaga. BY's is run by none other than "Babs". It also happens to be enclosed by a gate containing the severed heads of shoplifters. Intrigued or repulsed? It's okay, I understand either reaction. I was personally intrigued, as I live for the weird. But there is a bit gore that occurs. While I did not find it to be heavily disturbing, consider yourself warned.
"The light projecting from BY's waves like a flag across the parking lot, sometimes catching one of those skewered heads and making it shine: dead women and men becoming moons in my personal night."
-Sarah Porter, Vassa in the Night
The majority of world building within Vassa in the Night is attributed to the strong elements of fantasy and magic and unconventional characters. The author has managed to create an atmosphere that is completely distinct offering an encounter unlike anything I can easily compare it to. It is rich, complex and at times confusing.
Sarah Porter's writing is somewhat bizarre. She has taken a very individualized approach to story telling that can only be loved or hated. While I found it to be fluid, the symbolism is rich and almost poetic at times. So it is easy to see how it might feel flowery to some. I personally found myself completely submersed within this different and welcomed style. The pace was not always as steady as I would have liked, but my interest never waned.
I really wanted to delve into this so much more, it is impossible without revealing too much, and the revelations are part of what make this tale so fantastic. Vassa in the Night is a truly rewarding and individualized experience that not all will be able to find appreciation for. It is a very distinct twist on a fairy tale that many are not going to recognize. I think that taking the time to make that familiarization will greatly affect the over all impact. While there is something truly magical happening within the pages of this beautiful retelling, it required a slower pace to digest and fully grasp. The symbolism is heavy and it can easily become confusing at times. The end result was a complex tale that will surely delight and enthrall some while leaving others confused or frustrated. For myself, it continues to resonates so strongly with me that I am sad it has ended.
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What Should We Call Me?
A bit of a rhetorical question, I agree, because this blog already has a name. But what "type" of blog is this? I really don't know--at this point I've moved across country (out of the only city I've ever lived in) to my favorite city in the U.S.--Washington D.C. I'll wait for you to say "Huh, never heard that before", because honestly, it's not usually everyone's favorite city. It's full of history and politics and museums that you were dragged to on family vacations. And I wish I could really say why this city captured my heart so long ago. But it's something I can't put my finger on--yet something that is validated almost every day that I'm living here (eeeeek, I live here, it still doesn't sink in all the time).
So, I guess this is me keeping people updated on my life without the snoozefest that is "A typical day in my life" (it's probably a lot like yours, fairly boring), or anything that makes me seem like I find myself especially fascinating. It's likely going to be a place where I share something cool I've seen, eaten (lots of this probably), a random observation I've had, and something I'm obsessed with at that moment (get ready for the "Call Me, Maybe" of 2013).
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Batgirl & The Birds Of Prey #20 (Variant Edition)
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'Full Circle' part two!
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Product Description
- Artist
- Roge Antonia
- Authors
- Shawna Benson
- Julie Benson
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- Genre
- Superheroes
- Previews
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- Batgirl & The Birds Of Prey
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- Wednesday Comics
- Wednesday Comics 14/03/2018
'Full Circle' part two!
With the Birds of Prey fractured by last issue's events, the team must set aside their feelings of mistrust and work together to find the Calculator.
Huntress wrestles with her feelings when she's called to testify on behalf of her mother at a parole hearing, but is Helena ready to forgive her after everything they've been through?
And while Black Canary struggles with her powers and Batgirl battles her guilt over keeping secrets from her teammates, the Calculator's robotic assassin, Burnrate, makes an unwelcome return!
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Millions of people suffer from chronic headaches, unexplained earaches and other facial pain each year. In many cases, dental problems and temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) are to blame. Few dentists and physicians are trained and experienced at diagnosing and treating TMJ disorders, also known as occlusal disease.
Dr. Raj Upadya of Esthetic Dental Care in Florham Park, NJ is one of the leading dentists in the country for the treatment of TMJ disorders and the complex dental problems that occur as a result of long term TMJ dysfunction.
Most patients who suffer from TMJ dysfunction do not recognize the symptoms or realize that they have a dental related problem. There are a number of factors that contribute to TMJ dysfunction, the most common symptoms include teeth grinding, frequent headaches, neck and facial pain, clicking or popping in the jaw joints, and tooth wear.
TMJ treatment depends entirely on the patient. Dr. Upadya treats TMJ symptoms through a wide range of treatments ranging from splint therapy and night guards to bite correction procedures.
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- Trauma to the head, neck, or face
- Trauma to the TMJ joint or arthritis
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Common TMJ Symptoms
As with the causes, symptoms of TMJ disorder vary greatly between patients. TMJ symptoms often mask themselves or are similar to those of other medical conditions, making diagnosis extremely difficult. Common symptoms of TMJ disorder include:
- Headaches
- Shoulder, neck, facial pain
- Clicking or popping when opening or closing jaw
- Locked jaw or limited mobility in the jaw joint
- Teeth clenching, teeth grinding, often accompanied by tooth wear
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Dr. Upadya uses cutting edge technology to help him diagnose and treat TMJ disorders. These advanced technologies allow him to pinpoint the source of the dysfunction for a more accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
Doppler Ultrasound
The doppler ultrasound is a useful diagnostic tool for TMJ therapy. Dr. Upadya is able to listen to the jaw joints and look for inflammation, instability, or other hidden problems.
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Joint Vibration Analysis, or JVA, is an important diagnostic tool for patients with TMJ problems. Similar to a set of headphones, this advanced technology records the vibrations in the jaw joints to pin point signs of instability.
Bio Research EMG
Surface EMG allows Dr. Upadya to record muscle-specific activity in skeletal muscles to identify where problems are occurring in the TMJ system.
The T-Scan is a powerful tool that measures both the timing and relative force of a patients bite. This type of analysis is not possible through traditional diagnostic methods or visual evaluation.
Oral Appliance Therapy for TMJ
TMJ treatment through splints, mouth guards and night guards can help to alleviate the most common symptoms of TMJ dysfunction. Dr. Upadya recommends this conservative treatment option for occlusal disorders whenever possible.
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Job Summary
- This role holder is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the company by working with the Board and other management to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies.
- As the CEO, the individual would be required to possess entrepreneurial skills which is directed at product vision, team building, investor management, brand management, corporate development and financial management.
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- Alongside other senior management team members, establishes an environment that is adaptable and well positioned to respond to dynamic market conditions
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- In the search box located at the top left corner type in: App and features and press ENTER
- Locate and select Sea of Thieves on the Apps list (Use the search function if needed)
- Select Advanced Options
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In 2017 online casino gaming has become hugely popular, and looks to be the future of the gaming world. You will find that you can have the same kind of experience logging into an online casino as you would visiting one. But, the best way of doing this is to make sure you understand the best online casinos currently on the internet.
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Queen Mary University of London
Course Introduction
Studying English and a modern language gives you the opportunity to explore connections and interactions between cultural traditions. You will divide your time equally between the two subjects, following modules designed to help you develop your linguistic skills, and introducing you to a range of theoretical and critical approaches to English studies. In your third year, you normally spend a year abroad in a country where your chosen language is spoken – either studying or working, depending on your placement.
Course Modules
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Avon's What's New Demo Brochures 2018
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The Governor has laid out a bold vision for continuing to fundamentally transform New York and we look forward to working with him in the coming year. Assembly Democrats will pursue an aggressive agenda that fights for New York's hard working middle class while ensuring that our most vulnerable citizens are cared for.
"My colleagues and I are longtime supporters of universal pre-K. If we are to both expand the current half-day program to a full-day and also increase the number of students participating in the program, more state resources must be committed to ensure our children reach their full educational potential. This is an investment not only in our kids but also the state's economic future," said Silver.
We will also fight to enact ALL TEN points of the Women's Equality Agenda, pass a DREAM Act for thousands of young immigrants, accelerate New York's minimum wage, move New York's primary date to June, and address the child care crisis facing so many families, including providing for paid family leave.
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How to get to Bleecker StreetFly in to New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia), 7.5 mi (12 km) from downtown Bleecker Street. Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.) is the next closest major airport, 9.5 mi (15.4 km) away.
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I bought some Noro Silk Garden for my full size Clapotis. I had seen Kureyon at my LYS, and a finished Silk Garden raglan, but not actually seen Silk Garden yarn. Sight unseen, I bravely ordered some from a Canadian discounter.
When it arrived, I was dismayed to learn that it was filled with twiggy bits. I ordered yarn--not shrubs! I started on Clapotis, and it's going sloooooooooowly since I've got to pick out all the twigs and leaves. Aroo?
There's a part of me that wonders if this is a life lesson. Like, should I just zen out and knit it with the crap in? Or should I meticulously tweezer out every bit and give in to my inner OCD?
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Muscat: A new ITC freehold project, "220 Downtown", at Muscat Hills will soon be launched Union Property Development LLC (UPD) has announced. The lifestyle project is focused on affordable urban living.
The UPD will be showcasing 220 Downtown at the Oman Real Estate Expo (OREX) 2018 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 2, from March 12 to 14. Located at the vibrant upscale Muscat Hills commercial park, which is a part of the new downtown of Muscat, 220 Downtown will feature 307 residential units with 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, along with 78 retail outlets, all modern amenities, and contemporary finishing scheduled for handover in 2020.
Hood Sabeel Al Balushi, Chairman, Union Property Development LLC, said: "We are offering a new interpretation to affordable luxury lifestyle with 220 Downtown, which meets the growing demand for the small- to medium-sized freehold units segment in Muscat.
"Every aspect of the project has been carefully designed to present an unprecedented lifestyle setting that draws on the pacifying comfort of traditional and contemporary living."
He added: "We are proud to be associated with OREX 2018 as a Gold sponsor and have already generated strong queries from investors and potential end-users.
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We are in line with Sultanate's continuing development plan, Vision 2020, and will support its agenda to diversify the economy and drive communal evolution.
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UPD is a full-fledged development, investment, and management company focused on all facets of residential and commercial sectors of the Sultanate and regional markets. With a team of passionate and veteran professionals with expertise stretching across the entire property spectrum and a proven track record in small- to large-scale multifarious development, management, and investment services, UPD believes in delivering value through a combination of arduous analysis, hands-on management, and inventive design.
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By Julie Kailus, Longmont Magazine
With cold weather on its way, most of us are already wondering how to keep our homes cozy this winter. Focused on furnaces, we often overlook our home's most exposed elements: patio kitchens, yards and gardens, even windows and doors meant to keep heat inside. Winterizing your outdoor spaces can save inordinate time, money and headaches come spring when you're ready to start enjoying them all over again.
Outdoor kitchen maintenance
"Nobody wants to open up an outdoor kitchen in spring and immediately clean up a mess," says Vernetta Angelo of Budget Home Supply, which sells materials for decks and outdoor kitchen appliances. "Of course the kitchen will need a spruce up to go back into operation, but it certainly shouldn't have dirty stuff remaining from last summer's parties."
However with increasingly sophisticated patio appliances, winterizing may require more forethought and investigation of manufacturer recommendations. "Covering things up properly is not as straightforward as it may seem," Angelo says. "Some appliances suffer damage from water trapped under covers. There are specialized materials that do not hold moisture in, yet still protect appliances from winter snow. Other appliances have a design that withstands winter weather and may not need any cover at all."
Start by removing all items and trays from refrigerators. "Check with manufacturer's specifications, but most are safe to put in the dishwasher on a non-heated rinse," Angelo says. "Otherwise, give them a good cleaning by hand." Also scour grills, ovens and cook surfaces with appropriate cleaners. Wipe down all surfaces, and spray with disinfectant where appropriate. Avoid abrasive scrubs on stainless steel, which will leave the material permanently scratched.
Assuming your outdoor kitchen won't be used again, cut off water and gas supplies; turn off electricity on all units; and open water valves and disconnect water supply lines. Drain any remaining water from appliances that use water, including refrigerators with on-door water taps, icemakers, dishwashers and kegerators.
Any water in any pipe or unit above the standard four-foot deep-freeze line may cause damage as it expands when it freezes, so be certain to get rid of all the water above ground. You can use compressed air to blow out water pipes that will have exposure during winter, according to Angelo.
Sinks also need special consideration. During the winterization process, don't forget the under-sink traps, which hold a small amount of water even when the sink is empty. Angelo recommends one of two processes: Either remove the trap and pour out the water or put a cupful of antifreeze into the sink to prevent any residual water from freezing during winter. Additionally, be sure to cover the sink basin so no debris or snow enters the sink or drain.
Countertops, especially those made from stone, will benefit from a fresh coat of sealer before each winter. Natural stone has tiny natural fissures, and even a little moisture that enters these tiny cracks is enough to cause damage when water freezes.
Yard and garden protection
Living landscapes need extra attention as homeowners weigh how best to put sensitive yards and gardens in hibernation mode so they'll flourish come spring.
"It's important to make sure your lawn, trees and shrubs are well hydrated going into winter," says Michael Morris of The Flower Bin Garden Center & Nursery. "Trees, shrubs, perennials and lawns that have been well watered are more likely to survive the winter and emerge strong in the spring. With a dry winter, it's important to water every 4 to 5 weeks."
Now is also a great time to clean up garden beds. Removing plant debris before winter comes will help prevent insects and disease problems from surviving in your garden and re-infesting your plants in the spring. It's also smart to add a top layer of organic material to perennial garden beds. "The dressing will assimilate into the soil through the course of the winter, improving your soil structure and fertility," Morris says. Likewise a lawn winterizer fertilizer applied now gets stored in your lawn's roots, so when the soil warms up in the spring grass will emerge stronger and green up quicker.
To save tender summer bulbs (dahlias, cannas, glads), Morris advises digging them up now, drying them outside and storing the blubs in a cool spot (45-50 degrees) in vermiculite, coconut coir or peat moss. Young trees that have been in the ground six years or less should be wrapped to protect them from winter sun. A good rule of thumb is to cover trees at Halloween and uncover at Easter.
Keep the heat inside
Once you've winterized your outdoor spaces, the last thing you want to do is heat the backyard. Small home inefficiencies can quickly add up in cold months, so start sealing up all those areas that allow heat to escape outside.
Chris Kurz, senior technician and comfort consultant at Welzig Heating and Air, has plenty of tips for doing just that. Start by getting a compass to find out where your home faces north, which has the most potential for heat loss. Check insulation we well as your combustion air pipe, which runs outside from the utility room, allowing proper oxygenation for the furnace. While the outpipe must remain open for safety purposes, Kurz recommends adding a five-gallon bucket under it, which will allow all the cold air to sink into the bucket.
Windows and doors, of course, are infamous energy leakers. The best protection, according to Kurz, is simple clear cellophane, which when heat-sealed to windows creates a helpful insulating barrier.
To ensure an airtight seal, cap doors by using foam sealant strips that are the exact width of the frame casing. Also check attic insulation, a notorious spot for heat loss, and don't forget latent energy loss through those drafty dog doors, especially at windy, north-facing access points. Last but not least, unhook those hoses before your pipes freeze and you have a whole new "winterizing" issue to deal with.
A little planning can help prepare your favorite outdoor spaces for a long winter—and a more fruitful spring.


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BEIJING—Visiting China for the first time last week, Europe's top research official, Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, admitted that she was bowled over by how quickly the rising power is muscling up its R&D. "The pace here is just enormous," she told ScienceInsider. "They realize that research and innovation is really the key, it's at the heart of policy."
That's the sort of thinking that the European Union's commissioner for research, innovation and science has been promoting in Brussels, where she is seeking to reengineer the €54 billion E.U. Framework Programme for research. In meetings last week with science minister Wan Gang and Vice Minister of Science and Technology Cao Jianlin, Geoghegan-Quinn sought to deepen the European Union's ties with China in areas such as energy research and look for ways to involve more European scientists in Chinese R&D programs. She spoke with ScienceInsider at the end of a whirlwind week that included speeches here at Tsinghua University and at the China Europe International Business School in Shanghai, visits to R&D centers, and meetings with dozens of Chinese and European scientists.
Q: There's been a lot of debate recently about when China might surpass the United States in research output and research spending. Do you have a similar debate in Europe? Are you worried about falling behind China?
M.G.-Q.: I'm not sure worried is the word, but certainly we see China as a challenge. There is a lot of engagement on a bilateral level, but if we really want to work with them as we work with the United States, we need to engage as E.U.-China.
Q: Last March, China and the E.U. held their first joint meeting under the Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy [PUNE] agreement. China's Atomic Energy Authority and the JRC [the European Union's Joint Research Centre] will collaborate on nuclear safety, partly in response to Fukushima. China's nuclear labs are largely off limits to foreigners—far more opaque than the U.S. national labs, for instance. Do you think that work on reactor safety will lead to more transparency in Chinese nuclear research?
M.G.-Q.: I think this is a start. From my discussions here, it's obvious they're interested in research in the whole nuclear safety area. PUNE did not happen as a result of Fukushima, but obviously what has happened in Fukushima has brought nuclear energy safety into focus. In Europe, we're now in the process of setting down the criteria together with the member states and the JRC for stress tests—safety tests—on nuclear installations in all member states. China is very interested in that. They feel a lot more cooperative work can be done with the JRC.
Q: U.S. companies are quite worried about protection of intellectual property in China, and how to strike a balance between accessing markets and transferring technology to Chinese partners. How do European firms feel about this?
M.G.-Q.: We had a working breakfast with a number of European companies. The tech transfer issue was raised by them. The companies said the law is good in relation to protection of intellectual property rights, but implementation is where the problem is. We raised this with [Chinese] authorities. We have started a dialogue.
Q: Do you have ideas for making it easier for Asian students and postdocs to come to Europe for training, or increasing opportunities for European scientists in China?
M.G.-Q.: We have a tremendous flow to Europe. I stressed here that the Framework Programme is open to the world. I told [Minister Wan Gang] that we want their research program to be open to Europeans. I think in fairness his response was positive. He understands the problems and difficulties that we have. Because he sees such benefit to Chinese researchers being involved in our Framework Programme, he wants to ensure that a continuation of that collaboration is not in any way put in question. Of course, it won't be. He understood the point that we really need to have the same level of openness and transparency for E.U .researchers, particularly young researchers, to apply to be participants in their programs.
Q: When China sets a goal, because of its top down system of government, it can actually get things done. [M.G.-Q laughs.] Are you jealous of China's ability to design and implement a science policy?
M.G.-Q.: I don't think we should be jealous of anyone. We have a standard of living that is widely envied. A collection of 27 individual member states brings a richness and diversity of culture. It's a testament to political innovation.
Q: We're pretty far from Brussels, so I thought it would be safe to ask this question: Given the breathtaking pace in China and India, isn't it time for the E.U. to stop spending the lion's share of its budget on agricultural subsidies, and focus much more heavily on research and innovation?
M.G.-Q.: I don't think it's an either-or. We have seen significant changes in relation to the CAP [the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy] over the years, and that will continue. I actually take a positive view in relation to all that. There is an enormous amount that agriculture and research and innovation can do together. If 20 years ago you said that in 2011 we'd be worried about food security—nobody would have accepted that. But climate change and other issues have ensured that we have arrived at that day.