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Many things in life will cause stress. This is true in humans as well as our pets. Some of these signs may be unnoticeable for many pet owners who are not familiar with the specific breed of animal they have, however, with the Blue Merle Aussie, there are a few signs that you can pick up and hone in on.
Why Do Our Dogs Become Stressed?
Dogs will become stressed for a wide variety of reasons. The Blue Merle Aussie will become stressed from separation anxiety, lack of activity, poor diet, and overall health issues. You will also want to maintain their coat and overall grooming to ensure that small issues with discomfort don't come into play.
Poor Grooming Efforts
The Blue Merle Aussie should be groomed by a professional that understands the breed. Their coat is thick and can easily become entangled. The coat on your Blue Merle Aussie should never go too short since it does help regulate their body temperature.
Focusing your Blue Merle Aussie's attention while grooming is also a good idea. Giving them a treat or a toy like Calming Zen Chews will give them something familiar and comforting, alienating stress and anxiety
Poor Hearing
The Blue Merle Aussie is a great companion for most people. One of the things that you want to look for is hearing problems over time. One cause will be a general buildup of wax in their ears. During the general grooming of your Blue Merle Aussie it's a good idea to have their ears checked. As they get older, hearing problems could become greater, with a loss of hearing altogether. This condition is known as congenital deafness and could cause your Blue Merle Aussie to have increased stress and anxiety levels as they get older.
Storms and Loud Noises
All animals that are startled or experience a disruption in their environment can become stressed. Thunderstorms, flashes of lightning, and more can cause stress levels in your Blue Merle Aussie to increase. When a storm is on the horizon, you may want to consider preparing your space for the event.
To begin with, ensure that their bed is cleaned and stocked with a treat, toy, and any other comfort items they're fond of. If your Blue Merle Aussie has a place to retreat to if frightened that is familiar and safe, it will help reduce anxiety and stress.
Never Yell at Your Blue Merle Aussie
Similar to humans, when we raise our voice or if someone speaks to us in a raised tone, we become anxious or stressed. Loud noises, sudden movements, and the actions of others can become trigger points to your Blue Merle Aussie.
Keep Your Blue Merle Aussie Active
If you are someone that lives in an apartment or are in a situation where you don't have time to tend to your dog, then the Blue Merle Aussie may not be for you. The Blue Merle Aussie needs to have room to run and be active. If they don't have this, their stress and anxiety can increase, and they may become destructive.
A great activity to do with your Blue Merle Aussie is to throw a frisbee. With a frisbee, they can chase, jump, and interact with it in a natural way which helps with stress, pent-up energy, and anxiety. It's also important that you let your Blue Merle Aussie use up their energy before returning home.
Watch and Maintain A Healthy Diet
Another factor that needs to be looked at in your Blue Merle Aussie is their diet. In many cases, owners have stated that their dogs are picky eaters. For some Blue Merle Aussie owners, they may fear that their pets are starving themselves. This is not the case. In most cases, your Blue Merle Aussie is simply trying to adjust to the food that you are giving them. If you are someone who likes to spoil their pet and give them treats for a job well done, it may reflect in their general eating behavior.
Don't worry; you'ss just need to be creative in the way you feed them. Consider breaking up a treat in their dish once or twice a week. When eating their food, they will come across this treat and familiarize themselves with the taste and begin to form a natural eating habit.
Don't Over Feed Your Pet
Another reason that your Blue Merle Aussie may be stressed is their weight. The Blue Merle Aussie is a very active animal and if they are carrying too much weight, they could start to experience health problems.
Hip Dysplasia
Pain in their hips and legs can cause your Blue Merle Aussie to become stressed. Similar to humans, when we are in pain or if we are unable to do some of the most basic tasks that we are accustomed to, we begin to worry. Hip Dysplasia is one of the most common health issues your Blue Merle Aussie will experience. It will cause pain when they walk and run as well as other areas of their bodies. If you see that your Blue Merle Aussie is having issues walking, is limping, or cries from normal activities, have their hip examined.
Eye Diseases
As your Blue Merle Aussie gets older, next to their ears and hips, their eyes will start to go. Blindness in your pet can be a scary thing for both of you. When your Blue Merle Aussie begins to lose their sight, their stress and anxiety will increase exponentially.
If this occurs, you will want to do everything you can to keep your blind dog safe and comfortable. To begin with, you'll want to constantly talk to them. The sound of your voice and your actions will ensure them that they are not alone and are being looked over.
The next thing is to create a routine and use triggers to train your Blue Merle Aussie. Bells, loud noises, and sudden vibrations may cause a negative reaction. Consider a squeaking dog toy or maybe the rustling of a bag to trigger an action or reaction.
Design your environment for your blind dog. Use auditable triggers, scents, and walk your dog through the house to train them. Soon they will get a lay of the land and feel more comfortable in their environment.
Monitor Their Medications
A major sign of stress and anxiety will come from drug sensitivity and allergies to their medications. Similar to humans, your Blue Merle Aussie will be different from others in their breed. As a result, you will want to watch and monitor their medications.
Some of the side effects from these medications could be increased sleepiness, heightened sensitivity to light and sound, and increased itching. If your Blue Merle Aussie shows any signs of a reaction, contact your vet immediately and discontinue giving them the medication.
If you are not getting a reaction to the medications and they are working, you want to introduce the medications slowly and in the same way. Many animals will not want to take medications. Try to put the medications in a treat. In the beginning, you will need to ensure that it is taken and not discarded.
Monitoring Your Blue Merle Aussie's Behavior
As an owner of a Blue Merle Aussie, it's important to understand your pet's behavior. Many of the reasons why your dog may be stressed have been discussed, however, determining if it is natural behavior or stress needs to be determined.
What are the most common signs of stress in your Blue Merle Aussie?
Pacing and Shaking
The first sign will be their overall movements throughout the day. If you see that they are pacing back and forth between rooms or if they are shaking in a corner, this is a major sign of stress. If you see this, examine the environment and see what has changed or been altered. Listen for any loud noises or low hums that may be causing your dog pain.
Whining or Barking
All dogs bark and cry from time to time. This is a natural behavior. Some triggers for this can be loud music from a neighbor or local area, a stranger in the yard doing work, or an unknown shift in their environment.
Try to calm your Blue Merle Aussie by taking them to their bed or area. Give them a treat or sit with them on the floor. Talk calmly to your pet and rub their special spot that calms them down.
If after a few minutes of whining or barking, you may need to take them out of the situation altogether. Consider taking them for a walk, getting some exercise, or engaging them in a fun activity.
Changes in Eyes, Ears, or Other Physical Characteristics
For humans, we can tell something is wrong when we start biting our nails, look around the room, or have a slight change in our overall pigment. The same can be said for your Blue Merle Aussie. If their ears are up or moving, it's a sign of stress or discomfort. If their eyes are glassy or seemed to change color, then this is another sign of stress.
The Blue Merle Aussie naturally sheds. This is a common trait of the breed and needs to be taken into consideration before owning one. In stressful situations, they may begin to shed more rapidly or in larger clumps. If the fur of your Aussie looks thin or patchy then it can be a sign of stress. Monitor the amount of hair that you see and the areas that you see it in. If they are shedding in corners or out-of-the-way places, this can be an indication of stress.
Watch for Accidents or Excessive Bowel Movements
Typically, we will train our Blue Merle Aussies to have a regular bowel movement. In many cases, this will occur first thing in the morning when everyone wakes up, another in the afternoon, and again in the evening before bed.
When monitoring your Blue Merle Aussie's behavior, take note if accidents occur, their desire to go outside increases, or other behavior comes into play. When accidents do occur, look to see if they are in the same spots regularly. If so, consider monitoring their activity and note the time and events that are occurring at that time.
Don't Let Small Behaviors Turn into Major Health Problems
There is no one better to understand the behaviors of their Blue Merle Aussie than their owners. It is vital that if you own one, you take their overall health seriously. Knowing the signs of general problems such as stress, anxiety, allergy reactions, and general behaviors is just the starting point. As your Blue Merle Aussie gets older, more serious conditions such as epilepsy could be a concern.
One stressful situation for both you and your Blue Merle Aussie is the uncertainty of an epileptic seizure. In humans, some signs will indicate the onset of a seizure. Many humans that suffer from epilepsy will use dogs as an early warning system when it comes to seizures.
As of yet, however, no scientific way has been documented or engineered to detect these seizures in dogs. As a result, it can cause a stressful situation for everyone involved. Dog owners will have to constantly monitor their pets, change their diets, medications, and more.
Create A Safe Environment for Your Blue Merle Aussie
Now that there is an established understanding of why your Blue Merle Aussie experiences stress and some steps that you can take to ensure that they are happy and healthy, the final piece of the puzzle is to ensure that you create a warm, safe, and personalized environment for them.
As humans, we want to have our own bed, a space for our belongings, and a general routine that we can follow to center ourselves when we feel disconnected from the world. The same can be said for your Aussie, as well.
Their Bed
The first thing that you want to do is ensure that they have a bed. A blanket on the floor or allowing them to sleep on the furniture is not good enough for your pet. They will need to have a bed of their own, placed in a section of the house that is theirs and won't be disturbed by day-to-day traffic and activities. A good choice for a bed is a Calming Cuddle Bed. This bed should be just large enough for your Blue Merle Aussie to lay down comfortably and move around while they sleep. If the bed is too large or too small, it could cause them to be uncomfortable or injure themselves. You want to also purchase your bed from a company that understands the needs of your Blue Merle Aussie as well. Most people look at the brand name stores, however, a better choice would be Calming Dog.
You'll want to avoid flat or square beds without an edge on them. These types of beds don't support your Aussie and could result in slipping on the floor or unwanted movements. Since the Calming Bed is designed to stay in place and not slide around, it will be a safe environment for your pet.
Have Comfort Items Around Their Bed
After you have chosen their bed, you'll want to consider having a few comfort items and toys for them to entertain themselves with. As you choose the toys and items for your pet, make sure that they are age and size-appropriate. You don't want to have items that could cause your pet to choke or injure themselves. It is also a good idea to find a toy or item that they favor and ensure that it remains in the area at all times.
Having Multiple Pets
The environment that we create for our pets needs to radiate throughout the entire house. The Blue Merle Aussie is a very social animal and one way that you can help keep their spirits up is by having an additional pet in your home. Depending on the size of your Aussie you may want to find a similar breed or, perhaps, an Aussie of the opposite sex.
Companionship in life is important for humans as well as animals. Introducing your current pet to another member of the family may be a stressful situation at first, however, with some time and effort, it could be a great way to ensure that stress and anxiety are no longer a factor or issue.
Understanding That Stress and Anxiety Are Normal
It is important that you love and care for your dogs. They are loyal companions that will be with you through the good times as well as the bad. It's only fitting that you do the same for them. It has been documented that almost seventy percent of all dogs experience stress and anxiety. These range from separation anxieties, noise sensitives, surface sensitivities, aggression, and lack of attention. Following the advice presented here will give you a strong foundation that you can use to build the relationship between you and your pet. When it comes to understanding issues and working towards resolving them, a great bond can be formed, reducing stress and anxieties in your pets.


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Betsy Herold, MD received a new R01 from NIAID entitled "Mechanisms Underlying the HIV-HSV Syndemic" in addition to ongoing NIH support for her lab's HSV vaccine work and development of vaginal rings for prevention of HIV/HSV.
Betsy Herold, MD and William Jacobs Jr., PhD presented their development of a novel vaccine to combat herpes simplex virus (HSV) at the Presidential Lecture in Robbins Auditorium. This annual lecture last year highlights outstanding research at Einstein, which also demonstrates the partnership between the institutions.
Carol Kao, MD (Fellow) received the Pediatric Infectious Disease Society-Pichichero Family Foundation Vaccines for Children Initiative Research Award for her studies on a novel HSV vaccine for prevention of perinatal disease. (Only one award in a national competition open to faculty!)
Clare Burn, PhD Student, Carol Kao, MD (Fellow) and Natalia Cheshenko, PhD, Assistant Professor, Pediatric Infectious Disease were awarded first and second prizes at the 2018 Einstein/Montefiore Young Investigator Research Symposium.
Children's Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM) was recognized as an Antimicrobial Stewardship Center of Excellence. This 2-year designation is in recognition of and an honor conferred upon institutions that have achieved excellence by integrating best practices in the challenging areas related to antimicrobial stewardship.
Vijaya Soma, MD received the Department of Pediatrics Career Development Award for her studies on Microbial Dysbiosis in Sickle Cell Disease.
PRICE FAMILY FOUNDATION AWARDS: The Pediatric Infectious Disease Division received two Price Family Foundation Awards. Betsy Herold, MD, and William Jacobs, PhD, were granted a "Luminaries Award" for the study entitled "Antibody Dependent Cell mediated Cytotoxicity: The Key to the Prevention of Neonatal Herpes Simplex Viral Infections" and Deepa Manwani, MD, Division of Hematology Oncology, and Viju Soma, MD, Division of Pediatric Infectious Disease, received a "Visionary Award" for their study entitled "Impact Of Penicillin And Hydroxyurea On The Gut Microbiome And Associated Markers Of Disease Severity In Sickle Cell Anemia."


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Whew! What a convicting, freeing, healing, and encouraging conversation we're having today with our new friend, Kathryn Maack.
Kathryn Maack (yes--two a's, double AWESOME) is the co-founder/leader of Dwellings Ministries. Kathryn is passionate about the future of the Church, and she loves encouraging people toward their highest kingdom potential. Kathryn lives in Little Rock Arkansas with her husband BJ alongside their 4 beautiful children: Libby, Anna, Rachel, and Andrew!
In this episode we chat about...
-Closing the gap between head and heart knowledge of God
-Frequent barriers that may hold Christians back from wholly giving themselves to God
-Encouragement to believers who feel discouraged and disconnected from God
-Kathryn's personal journey to wholeness and healing
-How Kathryn's husbands journey in his faith has strengthened their marriage
-Kathryn's new book, "WHOLE"
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Barry Wallenstein's poetry, from his first book in 1977 to now, addresses his awareness of time's swift passing. The poems continue this time-honored theme and its attendant thoughts and emotions. Now in his eighth decade this theme is paramount. While time is explicitly central in the first and eighth sections, other sections speak of desire, music, current events, creatures of all sizes and states of mind. Poems in each of the groups reflect the anxieties of our current period including references to the ongoing pandemic and quarantine, as well as overriding reflections on temporality. These poems also are full of appreciation and gratitude for life's bounty. While avoiding the "personal" or autobiographical, Wallenstein's emotional life is more apparent here than in his work of the past.
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Barry Wallenstein is the author of ten collections of poetry, the most recent being Time on the Move, (Xanadu Press, 2020) and Tony's Blues (bilingual - French & English) - (Éditions Pourquoi viens-tu si tard ? 2020), Drastic Dislocations: New and Selected Poems (New York Quarterly Books, 2012). His poetry has appeared in over 100 journals, including Ploughshares, The Nation, American Poetry Review and New York Quarterly. The presentation of poetry readings in collaboration with jazz is a special interest. Barry Wallenstein has made eight recordings of his poetry with jazz, the most recent being titled Lisbon Sunset, (2016), What Was, Was (Audioscope, 2015) and Lucky These Days (Cadence Jazz Records 2013). A previous CD, Euphoria Ripens, was listed among the "Best New Releases" in the journal, All About Jazz (December 2008). Barry is Emeritus Professor of Literature and Creative Writing at the City University of New York and an editor of the journal, American Book Review. www.barrywallenstein.com


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Andhra Pradesh government unveils new sand policy
the Andhra Pradesh government unveiled a new sand policy to protect riverbeds, waterbodies and groundwater on November 14, 2006. It says this is to control the powerful lobby of sand contractors and builders. The policy allows only manual labour and bullocks to mine sand in riverbeds. Bullock carts, mules and other animals would be exempted from any mining tax.
The changes are in line with the Andhra Pradesh Water, Land and Tree Act, 2002, which aims to promote tree cover and regulate the exploitation and use of ground and surface water.
Revenue from sand has been transferred from panchayats to the mines and geology department. Y S Rajasekhara Reddy, chief minister, was unhappy about sand mining revenue dropping from Rs 18 crore in 2001 to Rs 11 crore this year. For him, this is a failure on the part of panchayati raj institutions.
Price of sand is Rs 1,000 per truckload on the riverbed. In cities, it rises to Rs 20,000. Only an estimated 30 per cent of sand mining is legal. Now, contractors will be allotted sand through open bidding by a committee headed by district joint collectors. Sand can be sold only if it has a maximum retail price tag, otherwise there will be a penalty. Use of poclaines has been banned entirely, and mining will be disallowed below three metres. At present, contractors dig down 15 metres with machines.
Some critics of the new policy say it creates a bias in favour of big mining firms in focusing sand mining revenues. "We are not looking for additional revenues. Only to protect farmers who rely on rivers and groundwater,' says mining minister P Sabitha Reddy, adding it won't harm panchayati raj bodies. "Half the income would go to mandal parishads; 25 per cent would go to gram panchayats and zilla parishads,' she said.
Environmentalists are happy with the policy, but doubt the thrust on revenue augmentation. "Technically, it is good to ban machinery in sand mining,' said Ravi Rebbapragada, who is with the pan-India network called Mines, Minerals and People. "In the Godavari river, anybody can see roads laid right up to the middle of the riverbed to extract sand through machines. But, a tight monitoring is required to oversee the whole process.' Not everybody is happy. Aruna, a former sarpanch , is worried and is of the view that the new policy changes have more to do with economic motives rather than ecological concerns from the government.


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I have a large area that is dirt, gets full sun, located in Montecito, CA and I want to put some type of hearty grass or ground cover. My main issues are that I have 2 large dogs and I rent so I dont want to spend a lot on the project or the upkeep. What would you suggest? |
I'd be inclined to broadcast wildflower seeds over the area. The flowers will drop seeds and each year you'll have more and more flowers. Most wildflower seed containers also contain ornamental grasses. It's probably the least expensive way to cover the bare area without the need for mowing, watering, etc. |


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Governors Proclaim National Window Film Day In Recognition of Its Contribution to Carbon Neutrality Goals
Washington, DC – April 13, 2021 – Many state Governors are proclaiming April 30 as National Window Film Day in recognition of the significant role that professionally installed window film may play in contributing to the achievement of carbon neutrality status in the coming decade.
Among the United States' governors proclaiming National Window Film Day (NWFD) are Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards and Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker. Other state proclamations are pending and a bit delayed due to the pandemic. Many localities are joining in to bring more visibility for window films.
With an estimated 40 percent of commercial buildings and 33 percent of residential buildings with single pane windows, the potential for window films to reduce carbon emissions by reducing energy production is enormous.
"Window films are an ideal retrofit, once installed they can recycle existing windows in place by improving their energy-saving capacity, safety and adding the ability to reject 99 percent of the sun's harmful UV rays," said Darrell Smith, executive director of the nonprofit International Window Film Association. "Most windows that are torn out end up in landfills, since they are generally not accepted for recycling," he added.
Window films, when installed on structurally sound single or double-pane windows, may reduce energy consumption by as much as 30 percent, while the installation cost may be 91.5 percent less than replacement windows and quality window films last 15 years or more, which is about the lifespan of many new windows.
NWFD highlights the many benefits of window film and emphasizes how professionally installed window film is a good choice for the environment over replacing older windows entirely. A professional installation of window film saves on cooling costs and, in some cases, heating costs also. It may also be eligible for green energy rebates. To find a local window film installer visit the IWFA website.


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2020 was an unprecedented year for social media with record usage numbers and emerging content trends – like personal health.
With the increased use of social media by brands and individuals, it's important to have the right tools for your marketing needs. That's why Overdrive Interactive has updated its Social Media Map for 2021 to add links to new tools, apps, and platforms. We've organized the map into 25 distinct sections to help you quickly navigate and find exactly what you need.
Download the Social Media Map with live links here.
Notable features of this year's map:
- 460 live links to help you explore the world of social media
- 9 brand new links
- Added links for social listening
- And much more!
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Below, is a brief overview of the different categories included in the map, and some notable new or popular tools, apps, and sites that you should get to know.
Video remains the primary algorithm driver generating high engagement with users year after year. TikTok is a video-sharing platform that continues to gain popularity and revolutionize the social sphere. Users can create 15- to 60-second videos, remix trending content, and share to other social networks. They also launched TikTok for business in 2020 which gives marketers the opportunity to reach new audiences and grow their brand within the platform.
Payment apps
Payment apps have become a popular and convenient way to send and receive money, whether it's between friends or a consumer and company. Programs like Paypal allow users to sign in and process payment on several e-commerce sites without having to manually enter credit card information. It also allows users to send or request money to other Paypal via username, so you don't have to give out any private information.
Blogging is a popular way individuals and influencers share their lives, interests, and knowledge. It's also become a way for brands to advertise by partnering with bloggers to generate a post about their product; it's a great way for both parties to make a profit. Additionally, bloggers can generate income by allowing third-party display ads to be placed on their site. Medium is a platform that allows writers to share their work and engage with their readers. Writers can even make money on Medium's partner program.
Photo Sharing
Photo sharing became very popular with Instagram and Pinterest, additionally, photo sharing is one of the primary methods for influencers to advertise new products in an engaging way. VSCO is an app that allows users to edit photos using a wide variety of filters and tools and has the option to post directly to the platform or to other apps like Instagram.
Management and Tracking
Management and tracking platforms are important to social media campaigns. They provide an easy way to plan posts and view the data. Buffer is an easy-to-use social CRM tool that allows users to schedule posts in advance and track their campaign's analytics. Additionally, there's an app for on-the-go scheduling.
These days, all you have to do is enter your query into a search engine, and a variety of websites that will provide a response. However, if you're unable to find what you're looking for you can turn to a forum. For example, Yahoo! Answers is a forum-based reference site that allows users to ask questions to an online group who can respond or have an online discussion.
Consumers are savvier than ever when it comes to purchasing decisions for everything from dining to travel, and review sites are one of the top methods for evaluation. Yotpo is a great platform for e-commerce marketers to collect reviews and ratings from their customers. It also helps brands start referral programs and collect UGC.
Podcasts are perfect for a long drive or a nice walk outside whether you're interested in fitness or politics. According to Edison Research, "53% of Americans are active monthly podcast listeners," presenting an opportunity for advertisers to reach potential customers. Anchor is a platform that allows creators to easily record, edit, and post episodes. Users and brands can also activate Anchor Sponsorships, which pairs podcasters with relevant advertisers to seamlessly tie advertisements into episodes.
Listening is a vital component to a marketer's overarching strategy, as it allows companies to monitor and measure consumer sentiment in the online sphere. This gives companies an opportunity to right a wrong or amplify positive publicity. Sites such as Awario track your keywords across the web and a variety of data points and mentions your brand is receiving.
Have a great idea or need funding assistance? That's where crowdfunding comes in. These websites allow users to create fundraising campaigns for personal reasons or for finding investors to back a new invention. GoFundMe provides you the ability to receive charitable donations for celebrations or challenging life circumstances.
Did you know 45% of internet users stream music through licensed apps like Spotify? Spotify is not only an app to stream music, but it also shows people what their friends are listening to and allows users to share their favorite tunes directly to social media. Advertisers can take advantage of this platform by using the data gathered on users and their habits to build campaigns for specific listeners.
Professional social platforms connect coworkers, employers, and employees for things like job hunting, sharing company news, and staying connected with your network. Most people know about LinkedIn, but have you tried Shapr? Professionals using the app can grow their network by creating bios and telling others what they're looking for on the app (i.e. mentor, new job, inspiration) and can swipe right on profiles of people they wish to connect with. It's like Tinder for professionals.
Livestreaming content has been integral on primary social channels like Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. It's become a popular way to consume content, especially during the pandemic. Houseparty is a livestreaming app that lets users participate in video events as a group or just video chat with one another; they even held a live concert headlined by Katy Perry.
There are a variety of ways you can consume news in 2021, but the internet is one of the most popular. There are websites and apps for users to catch up on what's trending or cater to consumers' specific interests such as pop culture. For example, Flipboard lets you select topics like travel or business and creates a curated newsfeed with articles selected based on your interests.
Social media allows us to connect with our friends and family and stay up to date on their lives without even having to call. The most popular networking sites are Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, however, new platforms are launched all the time, so it's important to stay informed. For example, Vero is a subscription-based app whose aim is to focus on deeper connections with an ad-free space.
Health & Fitness
2020 created a surge in the popularity of health and fitness apps as users looked for solutions to get fit from home. Lose It! is an app and community for people trying to lose weight. Users set their own goals, and the app determines how many calories the user should eat in a day, then they log food, water, and exercise. Lose It! can also sync with devices like Fitbit or the health information on your phone.
Messaging platforms allow brands to inform consumers about company news, promotions, and product launches and even send messages about cart abandonments. Messaging is an important communication tool for businesses, and platforms such as Facebook Messenger can automatically send direct messages to users who view their company's page.
Dating websites like Match help users find potential partners based on interests and location. Not only can Match connect those looking for love, but it can be a tool for marketers providing the opportunity to target specific groups in certain geographic locations.
Local and Location
Location-based apps and websites are tools for targeting a specific geographic location. Eventbrite is a website that calendars local happenings based on interests. It advertises a wide range of events from festivals to art exhibits and is currently focusing its efforts on pushing virtual events.
Influencer Platforms
Influencers can be a great way to connect to your target audience and generate buzz around your product. Finding the right influencer for your company can be a challenge, which is where influencer platforms come in. Speakr is a site that doesn't just help you find the right influencer, but allows you to track your campaigns as well.
You no longer need to go to a travel agency to plan your dream vacation. There are countless sites and apps created to take the hassle out of travel; like booking your flight, finding a hotel, and planning your itinerary. Lonely Planet helps you plan your trip by providing you with guides and inspiration related to your trip and helps you find flights and hotels.
Websites like JazzHr make it easy to find the right employees to fill job openings, allow companies to post a job, and find qualified candidates. JazzHR also syncs interview calendars, compares candidates, and allows you to automate emails to applicants.
Some countries have national social networking sites that may exist due to limited access to certain international sites. Renren is a social media site based in China. It is popular among college students and is similar to Facebook.
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are great opportunities for companies to create branded experiences for consumers, even with the pandemic. Using sites like AltspaceVR, people can attend shows and classes or meetup with each other using VR technology.
The gaming industry is continuously expanding, and marketers can use this as an opportunity to speak to their targeting audience. Marketers should consider running in-app ads or even collaborate with a game to get your product featured. Gamespot is a website that posts news and reviews around games and entertainment. If your target audience is gamers, it could be a great site to place your ads.
2020 altered consumer behavior and the digital marketing space became even more important as online use increased due to remote school and work. Knowing how to navigate the social media marketing space is vital to your digital marketing strategy. Overdrive continues to incorporate existing and new social media platforms into the services offered to clients.
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By the end of 2009, ULINK had developed a set of Testing Packages for HDD and SSD vendors to test the quality and compliance of new SSD and HDD products. They included scripts for ATA/SATA protocol, performance, regression and reliability tests to provide a complete test sequence for complicated interface requirements.
Features and Benefits
The ULINK Protocol and Regression Test Suites could test disk drives for hundreds of commands with just one button. This helped shorten the development and debug time without compromising on the test coverage.
The Test Suites could test extensive features and functions and give out a clear pass or fail report. They could validate the reliability of a disk drive with many stress tests and evaluate the quality of the drive.
The ULINK Protocol and Regression Test Suites were well-received by the industry as a standard, third party product QA test package. They were the best of their kind in the HDD and SSD testing industry. They became the incoming qualification for leading OEMs such as DELL and HP.
Industry Recognition
When there were no standards for the design and quality of the disk drives, the ULINK Protocol and Regression Test Suites solved a pain point in testing the quality and compliance of disk drives. These test products continue to dominate the storage industry even today.
This story is part of a series:
ULINK Invention Files: DriveMaster for HDD Testing
ULINK Invention Files: SATA I/O Certification
ULINK Invention Files: Protocol and Regression Test Suites
ULINK Invention Files: TCG Opal Certification Tool
ULINK Invention Files: Test Reporter
ULINK Invention Files: DA Drive Analyzer
ULINK Invention Files: DriveMaster, an Industry de Facto Storage Test Tool
QNAP and ULINK Release DA Drive Analyzer, AI-powered Drive Failure Prediction Tool for NAS
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How To Draw A Penguin step by step easy with this how-to video and step-by-step drawing instructions. How to draw a bird for beginners and everyone.
Please see the drawing tutorial in the video below
You can refer to the simple step-by-step drawing guide below
Step 1
First draw mine. Think of a horizontal "V" shape. There are two very sharp parts. The tip is twice as long as the bottom.
Step 2
Now draw the little eye just behind the middle of the line. Draw the rest of the head. The top part is a curve about the length of the top mine. The bottom part of the head is a straight line, short on an angle. Draw a short curve in between the ends of these two lines. This short curve becomes the top part of the wing.
Step 3
Draw an oval with a long oval shape. Curves downward and slightly upward in front of the bottom. Belly curve almost straight down and bend strongly at the bottom. Makes the belly a little longer than the back.
Step 4
Continue abdominal traction to draw a very short leg with a flat foot. The back of the foot will not touch the back.
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Immediately after that, draw a short tail. It is the width of the foot. The back of the tail will connect to the back row. Starting from the bottom of the bumpy bit on the head draw a long line to make the front of the wing. Just above the curve of the wing curve back. The back of the wings will only go half-back.
Step 6
Add the other leg to your first leg. It will be the same size. Do not forget your flat feet.
Step 7
Color the penguin so that it looks more realistic with black back and head, white belly.
You can refer to How to draw a cute Goat on my website, video tutorials and step by step tutorials.


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System of a Down will headline Pinkpop Festival next summer.
The American heavy metal band will bring their as-yet-untitled new album to Landgraaf between 3 and 5 June 2017, joining Green Day atop the bill.
Tickets for Pinkpop Festival will go onsale on 11 March 2017, with the annual press conference taking place earlier in that same week. Click here for more information.


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Email marketing: Let's bust some myths.
When I was a kid the adults in my life would offer me advice that I often deemed silly. And of course, the rebellious side of me always had to test the limits and attempt to prove their advice was nothing but a myth. I swallowed my gum and lived to tell about it. I … Read more


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Helping young people feel secure in troubled times is a huge opportunity for educators and caregivers alike. Enabling students to feel safe expressing their thoughts and asking questions about important or difficult topics is essential to their learning and development.
Safe spaces for conversations that allow free expression, encourage students to share freely and openly, and make them feel heard, are challenging to create. How often do we express our problems to a friend because we need a kind ear, but come away frustrated because instead we receive unsolicited advice? We've all been there. Listening is an art form. And facilitating such a conversation in a classroom of kids can be downright difficult.
The team at Learning A-Z works with educators and social-emotional learning experts as we continue to develop our digital and classroom tools for teachers and students. We've compiled the most important takeaways from this work into downloadable guides to help you lead meaningful conversations. We hope you find these helpful tips useful when you're working with students after tumultuous events.
Tips and Advice From Social-Emotional Learning Experts:
- Tip #1: Help students name, understand, and manage their emotions. If a child is struggling to express an emotion, encourage them to draw or write about how they're feeling.
- Tip #2: Listen to each student's ideas, concerns, and questions. Don't minimize their concerns or offer solutions. Instead, acknowledge their feelings and concerns, and work with them to gain understanding.
- Tip #3: Model the behavior you wish to see from your students, including positive communication, active listening, treating others with kindness, and taking responsibility when a mistake is made.
- Tip #4: When students appear to be operating from a place of misinformation or ignorance about a topic, introduce accurate, objective facts for consideration in a positive, supportive way.
Don't feel you have to function in the role of information provider or attempt to answer questions for students. You can engage with the conversation without positioning yourself as the "expert" on any given topic.
Check out the downloadable sets of guidelines available below! There's one for students and one for teachers. Before starting a meaningful conversation about a sensitive or controversial topic, share these guidelines with your students. Try modeling and role-playing, and provide plenty of time to practice having discussions about fun topics.
Check out the downloadable sets of guidelines available below. There's one for students and one for teachers.
Teacher Guidelines Student Guidelines
We hope these guidelines help you and your students engage in meaningful conversations to deepen shared understanding and build stronger, healthier, more inclusive classrooms.


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KUCHING, July 6 — Sarawak's birth rate dropped by half last year with only 20,000 births recorded compared to about 40,000 in previous years. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said the low birth rate could likely be due to urbanisation, increasing levels of education and work pressure.
"Despite the (Sarawak) government giving them (married couples) incentives (to have children), it (the solution) is not that straightforward," he said when officiating at the opening of the Sunway Traditional and Complementary Medicine Centre and the Sunway Fertility Centre here today.
He was referring to the incentives under the Sarawak Endowment Fund that provides an allocation of RM1,000 per newborn child and maternity assistance of RM450 since 2017. Dr Sim was also appreciative of the Sunway Group's move to run a fertility centre in Sarawak, the second such centre in the country, which he added could help overcome the issue of declining births in the state.
"There is a small group (married couples) who have fertility issues and need treatment, (regardless) of scientific treatment like Western medicine or traditional methods, and I want to thank Sunway for your commitment and support for Sarawak," he added. — Bernama


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See that? So far in January, my blog here has averaged 58 visitors per day, 370 pages viewed, and 624 hits (the 12.41MB is the daily data transfer average). This count excludes hits made by google, bing, and other search engine bots.
My question: has anyone who reads this blog ever ran ads on their blog? Ever made money? How's it work? How did it work out?
I didn't start this site so I could make money…It started because I didn't ever want to have to change my email address again (this was pre-gmail days). Once I had the domain, I thought why not blog. So I started. I never thought it would get this big (and it isn't big as big goes either). I don't know…I'm on the fence. I wouldn't mind if I could make enough to pay for the hosting…but then, I don't really like the idea of running ads either.
[Update 2013-01-19 08:27:23] Well, I signed up for AdSense today; however, when I went to add the code to my site, I had second thoughts. I think I'll hold off on this for now $100/year would pay for hosting; however, I think I want to try to keep this website "clean" for the time being. I may reconsider it later.


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Preparation businessDisaster preparation business booms
Concerns about future manmade and natural disasters are driving the U.S. market for survival kits. Across the country, families are developing disaster plans, and some are even loading up on food and supplies to help them live through a biological attack, a catastrophic earthquake, or a pandemic flu. More and more businesses are targeting preppers, — people who actively prepare for a doomsday scenario.
Underground bunkers are one way to prepare // Source: cdc.gov
Concerns about future manmade and natural disasters are driving the U.S. market for survival kits. Across the country, families are developing disaster plans, and some are even loading up on food and supplies to help them live through a biological attack, a catastrophic earthquake, or a pandemic flu.
Ralph Broome, a retired U.S. Army sergeant and owner of Carolina Preppers & Survivors supply shop in Charlotte, North Carolina, offers freeze-dried foods, body armor, and ammunition. The business targets preppers — people who actively prepare for a doomsday scenario.
According to the Charlotte Observer, preppers believe a local or global-scale disaster is imminent and it is imperative to prepare for the eventuality of such disaster in order to survive it. Broome caters to serious preppers, who shop for gas masks, as well as the curious, those who walk into the store to learn more about the prepper movement. The store is filled with water-filtration systems, military combat boots, vacuum-packed gardening seeds, and instruction manuals on booby traps and explosives. There are even 5-day emergency kits recommended by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), yet Broome has refrained from selling weaponry. "Most of what we have, other than the clothing, is not military," he said.
Broome, himself a prepper, joined the movement just before Y2K, when millions of people feared that a computer virus would shut down global computer networks on 1 January 2000. Broome began stockpiling food, water, and first aid supplies. "It made sense … just in the event something did happen," he said. Four years after the Y2K scare, Broome returned to prepping, concerned about natural disasters and economic collapse. "Everybody wants to protect themselves and their families," Broome said. "It's an investment, it's an insurance, actually, for people. If they have what it takes to survive, this ensures they will survive or at least give them a better chance."
Tom Martin, founder of the American Preppers Network, believes that prepping is rather an old idea. "What's new is the fact that people don't get prepared," he said. An August survey by FEMA reveals that 50 percent of American families have not discussed an emergency plan in the event of a local or global disaster. "If you've got a fire extinguisher in your home and fire insurance and a smoke alarm and an evacuation plan, that will make you a prepper," said Martin. "It can be anybody."
Greater news coverage of global disasters is contributing to more Americans joining the prepper movement. "Instead of a major disaster being 5,000 miles away from you, it's hit a lot closer to home," Martin said. "Before, people would think, 'It will never happen to me.' Now, they're seeing it happens all over the place."


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Corvette Racing program manager Doug Fehan has proclaimed last month's 1-2 photo finish in the Rolex 24 at Daytona as one of the team's greatest finishes of all-time.
Oliver Gavin edged out the sister No. 3 Corvette C7.R of Antonio Garcia by a mere 0.034 seconds at the line to claim GT Le Mans class honors for he and co-drivers Tommy Milner and Marcel Fassler, in a race that saw the two Corvettes battle tooth-and-nail in the final 15 minutes.
"That race and that finish has carved out it's own identity," Fehan told Sportscar365. "That will never be repeated, certainly in my lifetime.
"It has taken a very special place in every team member's minds and hearts, as well as the fans, who were just ebullient in the finish. You look at some of the terms online. [People were saying it] was the greatest race finish they've ever seen.
"This is something that won't be duplicated by that and just for that it takes a special place in Corvette Racing history."
Fehan, who gave the order to allow both Gavin and Garcia fight for the win, said he had the full trust in both drivers to bring the cars back in one piece.
"The demonstration that those two drivers put on," he said. "After we hammered those vehicles for 24 hours and to see them fully capable of turning fastest laps of the race at the end of that thrashing, it speaks volumes to the design and robustness of the vehicle, as well as the crew.
"It also comes right down to your truest of your drivers and the professionalism that they demonstrated right there. That's what makes it one of the greatest finishes of all-time for us."
While the Pratt & Miller squad are still flying high after going back-to-back at Daytona, work has continued towards the remainder of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season.
The team is fresh off an encouraging private test at Sebring, which saw the pair of upgraded Corvette C7.Rs put through their paces.
"The test went very, very well," Fehan said. "We were able to validate a lot of things we were looking for. Sebring is very unique in the pressures it puts on the mechanical part of the package. There's nothing that brutalizes a car more than 12 hours at Sebring.
"You're always concerned about that but looking at what we put together for our anticipated aero package was, the simulations we run matched up what our capabilities were. We're waiting for the final BoP adjustments from Daytona.
"We know we have a pretty good chance at winning when the BoP is correct. Sebring will be no different.
"Yes, we want to win. But when you look at the level of competition that's out there. The only thing you can do is be fully prepared as you can be. And that's where we are."
And while some of the new GTLM cars, such as the Ford GT and BMW M6 GTLM, struggled with reliability woes at Daytona, Fehan is not expecting that to be the case next month.
"I can tell you the level of skill the other teams have from a manpower, engineering and design standpoint… Anything they struggled with at Daytona, and I don't care if it's BMW or Ford, all those things are easily fixable with the talent they have attached to those programs," Fehan said.
"We're not sitting back thinking it will be three or four races until they get that fixed. I can pretty much sit here and tell you that I'd be very surprised to not see every car in the GTLM class finish the Twelve Hours of Sebring. That's how good the competition is."


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Amazon Future Engineer, our comprehensive childhood-to-career programme for computer science, is working with education charity Teach First to support the recruitment and training of new secondary school computing teachers.
Research shows that the UK needs more computing teachers – and the current shortfall can result in both educational and economic inequality if young people leave school without in-demand digital skills.
For example, the Royal Society found that 54% of secondary schools in England didn't offer GCSE computer science, largely due to a shortfall in qualified teachers. The Department for Education has also reported that recruitment for computer science teachers has fallen short by 25% or more since 2015.
In addition, research commissioned by Amazon from Capital Economics shows that the UK needs 21,000 more computer science graduates on average per year – or the economy could lose out on an estimated £33bn per year by 2030.
Amazon Future Engineer and Teach First are tackling this problem together by supporting the recruitment and training of 50 secondary school computer science teachers, and the development of a further 200 Teach First careers leaders.
Opportunities to train as a computing teacher with Teach First are open to almost everyone regardless of age – not just recent university graduates but all those interested in teaching, considering a career change, or who just want to make a difference in the world.
So why should you pursue a career as a computing teacher, what opportunities are available, and how can you get started? We spoke to teachers and Teach First recruiters to find out more.
Help to build a fair education for all
We see the impact of technology in every aspect of our lives, and it plays a major role both in our education and our economy. Digital skills are vital for some of the most rewarding roles in sectors such as media and entertainment, transportation, information technology, engineering and much more. However, the digital skills gap is growing globally and the majority of British businesses report struggling to recruit for vacancies with digital skills requirements.
Within my first month teaching in London, I realised I wanted to teach for the rest of my life!
The first place to address this challenge is in the classroom – as Russell Hobby, CEO of Teach First, explained: "Having better access to computer science skills and the chance to be taught by highly trained teachers who have experience in a digital environment can be a transformative opportunity for young people – especially those from underrepresented backgrounds who might not otherwise have access to these opportunities."
William Lau trained with Teach First and has first-hand experience of how rewarding teaching can be – in fact, he was inspired to further his career in teaching and is now Head of KS4 Computing at Central Foundation Boys' School in East London.
"Within my first month teaching in London, I realised I wanted to teach for the rest of my life!" William explains. "It was a completely different environment to my own childhood. My students were exposed to some really tough things outside of school. No two days were the same, and I realised that being a teacher here meant much more than just sharing my subject – it meant looking out for young people."
He adds: "With computing, you can give students freedom to explore their own ideas, both in the classroom and in their own time. The young mind knows no bounds. They go home and spend hours developing concepts into something amazing. It's what keeps the job interesting."
Boost your career and skills
Saskia Cooper, Partnerships Manager for Teach First, explains how a career teaching computer studies unlocks skills and opportunities both within the education sector and beyond.
"At Teach First, we are not just a charity or a teacher-training provider," Saskia explains. "We are in the top ten of The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers across the UK, and we recruit from some of the top universities in the world."
If you can manage a class of thirty fourteen-year-olds, you can manage just about anything!
Saskia adds: "Although individuals with in-demand digital skills can access lucrative careers outside of the classroom, the opportunities in teaching to train while you earn, learn throughout your career and impact young lives are incomparable to other careers."
Spending time as a teacher early in your career can also add much-needed soft skills, which can boost your career in the long-term if you decide to work outside the education sector.
"Studying the technical side of your subject is hugely valuable – but most careers in tech will also require strong skills in 'soft' areas such as leadership, teamwork and communication. Working as a teacher can be a brilliant way to hone those skills. If you can manage a class of thirty fourteen-year-olds, you can manage just about anything!"
Benjamin Mulvihill, Experienced Hire Recruiter and Teach First Ambassador, explains how Amazon is helping to break down barriers to entry for new computer science teachers: "Unfortunately, myths around the salary, career prospects and social status of teaching still linger – when the truth is that teaching can be a financially and personally rewarding career path which opens up a number of options for your future. By working alongside Amazon, we're better-placed to show the impact of working in the classroom. We're now seeing really strong individuals coming through who see teaching computer science as a viable option."
What's on offer?
Opportunities are now open for individuals to earn a salary while training to become a computing teacher.
The fully funded Post-Graduate Diploma in Education and Leadership (PGDE) awarded on completion of your training is worth double the credits of a standard PGCE and two thirds of a Master's degree.
Saskia adds: "Each trainee has a dedicated support team, including a subject tutor from our partner universities, a mentor from their school and a Teach First Development Lead, who's an ex-senior teacher personally invested in their personal and professional development."
As well as a Development Lead, each trainee will have exclusive access to opportunities with Amazon, for example the bespoke Techspert Programme, where each trainee is linked with in-house tech specialists at Amazon to offer regular refresher and support sessions on the latest updates on the tech industry. These 'Techsperts' will also offer up to date information about the career opportunities for the pupils in the trainee's class, improving access and social mobility.
Following in-depth training, computing teachers will be placed in schools serving disadvantaged communities, where the need is greatest, and where they will continue to have access to bespoke opportunities with Amazon.
These perks, combined with the opportunity to impact young lives and to build your own career in tech, make this an unmissable opportunity.
Want a make difference to young lives? Applications for 2021 are now open!


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So, what the title says. I'm not a native speaker and, although I have been living in the UK for 2 years, some expressions are still new to me.
Context: I met a girl 4 days ago. We went out on a date and, since then, we talked probably twice through texts (I'm away on a work trip, bad timing). Today, I finished a text by saying "I won't reply for a while, I'm going to a meeting". And she replied "Ok, talk later :)".
Now, is this the typical "See you later" or is this literal, like "Ok, talk to me later in the day"? It sounds quite stupid, but I don't know that person that well and I don't want to make any mistakes.


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The Stockholm Archipelago: Book Review
Published 16 years ago, updated 5 years ago
The Stockholm Archipelago
Arholma-Landsort and Gotland
Lars Hässler & Lars Granath
Nautiska Förlaget
UK Recommended retail price £39.50
UK distributor www.imray.com
The Stockholm archipelago is one of the most attractive cruising areas not just in the Baltic but anywhere in Europe, and the English version of this popular guide will be greatly appreciated by any non-Swedish speaking visitor. The actual title of the book refers to its geographical span as it covers the coastline and islands that lie between the islands of Arholma in the NE and Landsort in the SW, with the large offshore island of Gotland thrown in as a bonus. At the heart of the vast archipelago lies the capital Stockholm, and especially for foreign sailors a more logical title should have been "The Stockholm Archipelago and Gotland".
This comprehensive guide covers over 200 natural harbours, 72 guest harbours or marinas, as well as details of yacht clubs, restaurants and useful tips on what to do ashore. The local information is excellent and the rich historic background absolutely riveting. The description of every place is accompanied by a colour map giving depths and GPS landfall points, recommended mooring or docking facilities, anchoring spots as well as very helpful information on local weather conditions and critical wind directions. The descriptions of larger places also include tips on local transport, provisions, fuel, chandleries, boatyards, even where to find the nearest sauna. Also included are aerial photographs of every marina or guest harbour. The large island of Gotland is similarly well covered.
The two authors have a vast cruising experience between them. Lars Hässler is a well-known sailor in Sweden whose book "Profession: Circumnavigator" was reviewed on Noonsite. Lars Granath, who is a geographer and cartographer, was responsible for the charts and the detailed information on all natural harbours.


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About the Artist
Who would have thought in 1969 when I graduated with a B.A. Hons. in History from Vassar College, New York, USA., that 53 years later I would have made my living from teaching Art in schools and from travelling and exhibiting my batik paintings in the UK., Europe, Canada, USA, Japan, China, Indonesia and Sri Lanka..
I was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. When I was at school, I pushed Art aside to concentrate more on academic subjects. It was only when I was introduced to batik in 1970, whilst I was studying for a Post-Graduate Certificate of Education in Bristol, U.K., that I realised that I had missed out on my artistic education.
For the first eight years of my teaching career, I was lucky to be appointed the Art specialist in a number of primary schools in Bristol, UK. I taught drawing, painting, collage, weaving, batik and pottery but it was the technique of batik that really captivated me. It has a magic that no other technique offers. So I started to exhibit my batik paintings in exhibitions and at craft fairs.
Then I moved to Sussex, UK. In 1986 I joined both the Sussex Guild and Batik Guild. (I'm now the Overseas Representative of the Batik Guild).
From January 1986 - July 2013, I was Head of Art at Cumnor House School in Danehill, Sussex. Many of my students won art awards to their senior schools as well as awards in national competitions. I taught all kinds of Art to children aged 5 - 13, but I made a point of introducing every child to batik so they could explore the many possibilities that this wonderful technique has to offer.
Now that I am retired, I don't know how I managed to combine my own batik work with full-time teaching. Thank goodness for school holidays! I am still based in the UK, but spend the summers in Nova Scotia, Canada, (my maternal grandmother was Nova Scotian) and a few months each year in Maryland, USA.
I have been fortunate to exhibit throughout the world, including Canada, USA, China, Japan, Indonesia, Europe, and of course in the UK. I have lectured and taught workshops in Japan, China, UK, Europe, USA and Canada and my work is in private collections worldwide. I have written three books on batik, including 'Creative Batik' (Search Press, 2001/2016). Please go to my Publications page for more information about my magazine articles, books and DVD. In the last 20 years I've had four solo exhibitions in the Foyer of the Barbican Library, Barbican Centre, London, UK. During 2014 and 2015, I taught batik workshops to teachers throughout the UK for Specialist Crafts. I taught a two-day workshop at the Bath Textile Summer School in 2017, and have been invited to teach a three-day workshop at the summer school again on August 15th - 17th, 2022.
I am now concentrating on advancing my personal batik work. I lecture, give batik demonstrations, teach workshops to adults and children and participate in exhibitions throughout the world. It's amazing how batik continues to be my passion. Retirement? What retirement?!
Rosi Robinson
Here Rosi discusses her work as a painterly artist -- an expression which describes using traditional implements such as kitzkahs, tjantings, dye, wax, and indonesian cotton to achieve portraits that rival water colors, oils and pastels for their depth, warmth, beauty, and detail.
"...My travels and many interests are my inspiration. My work ranges from realistic land and seascapes, sporting scenes (especially rugby and cricket), animals, birds, horses, flowers to abstract images, e.g. reflections, which I create with the wax and dyes on fabric and paper. I try to capture movement, colour and luminosity in my work, as well as contrasting light and shadow."
Produced by Studio Galli Productions
Edited with original piano music by
Andrew Galli.


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Erectile dysfunction isn't just an issue in the bedroom. It could also be an indication of a man's risk for heart disease and early death.
And this holds true, a new study says, regardless of a man's testosterone levels.
Erectile dysfunction is defined as the inability to get or maintain an erection long enough to have sex, and it's a common condition affecting nearly 30 million American men, according to Harvard Medical School.
It occurs more often in older men, and is often attributed to low levels of testosterone – the primary sex hormone that's key in the development of male reproductive tissues and for growing muscles, bone mass and body hair.
Low testosterone levels have previously been linked to a risk of early death for older men compared to those with normal levels of the hormone, but results from previous research has been inconsistent, said Dr. Leen Antonio of KU Leuven-University Hospitals in Belgium, the lead researcher on the new study examining the relationship between hormone levels and sexual function in men.
What Antonio's team discovered indicates that a man's testosterone levels may not be as big of a warning sign as having erectile dysfunction, period.
"As both vascular disease and low testosterone levels can influence erectile function, sexual symptoms can be an early sign for increased cardiovascular risk and mortality," Antonio said. Her team's research published Tuesday in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.
Hormone levels and impotence
The researchers examined data from nearly 2,000 men ages 40 to 79 who participated in the European Male Ageing Study, a large study that investigated age-related hormonal changes and health outcomes in older men between 2003 and 2005.
The participants' sexual symptoms, including erectile dysfunction, morning erections and libido, were measured via questionnaire, and their sex hormones were measured using mass spectrometry, which tells a researcher the presence and concentration level of a hormone.
During a follow-up period of 12 years, about 25% of the men died. Antonio's research team found that of the men who died, the participants with normal testosterone levels and erectile dysfunction had a 51% higher risk of death than those without those symptoms.
What's more, the men with low total testosterone and sexual symptoms had a greater risk of early death than those with normal testosterone levels and no sexual symptoms.
The results indicated that overall, those with sexual symptoms – including erectile dysfunction and poor morning erections – had a higher risk of early death. Low libido was not associated with a higher risk of early death.
Preventing and managing erectile dysfunction
In addition to low testosterone levels, there are several potential causes of erectile dysfunction, chiefly by clogged arteries, or cardiovascular disease, which can impede the blood flow necessary to create an erection.
That's why erectile dysfunction, regardless of testosterone levels, can flag a risk for heart disease and early death – the blood vessels that provide blood for an erection are smaller than the coronary arteries, Antonio said.
"This means that in men with atherosclerosis [build-up of plaque in the arteries causing obstruction of blood flow], the blood flow in the penile vessels is compromised earlier than in the coronary arteries," she added.
Other possible causes of erectile dysfunction include certain medications; stress and anxiety; sleep disorders; smoking; alcohol consumption; nerve problems from prostate surgery; illnesses; and accidents. Psychological factors such as stress, relationship problems and depression may also contribute.
Erectile dysfunction can be both prevented and treated by practicing a healthy lifestyle and, if necessary, treating heart disease risk factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity, Antonio said.
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"These things are also beneficial to improve general health and reduce mortality risk in men suffering from sexual dysfunction," Antonio said. "Men dealing with sexual symptoms should keep in mind that sexual symptoms could be an early warning sign of poor or worsening health status as well as an increased risk for cardiovascular disease and mortality.
"It is important to discuss sexual symptoms with your doctors, as to identify and treat other cardiovascular risk factors or apparent cardiovascular disease," he added.