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International Students Guide
Seeking to Study at St. Stephen's College, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Welcome and warm greetings to you! This resource is intended to provide introductory information about the steps you need to take when applying to study at St. Stephen's College (SSC) in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. There are a number of graduate-level programs offered:
Department of Psychotherapy and Spirituality
- Master of Psychotherapy and Spirituality Degree [Art Therapy Specialization option available]
- Post-Master's Art Therapy Certificate
- Graduate Certificate in Spiritually-Informed Creative Arts
- Graduate Certificate in Spiritually-Informed Psychotherapy
Department of Theology
- Doctor of Ministry Degree [Supervisory Education Specialization option available]
- Master of Theological Studies Degree
- Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies
- Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Direction
Our website offers details about each of these programs including academic requirements, admission requirements, and downloadable application materials. http://ststephenscollege.ca/students
It is the responsibility of all prospective international students to familiarize themselves with the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website, https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html
with regard to information about timeline and time limits to studying in Canada. SSC will enroll only those international students who have study permits issued by IRCC for Designated Learning Programs. The Designated Learning Institution (DLI) number for St. Stephen's College is O19391057115. Study permit applicants will need to record this DLI number on their study permit applications. International students will need to show proof of a valid study permit upon arrival at SSC.
Since most international students applying to study in Canada expect to stay in this country for several months, or even several years, information provided here seeks to answer frequently asked questions pertaining to our College, the City of Edmonton, and the Province of Alberta.
As an international student applicant it is important for you to allow adequate time in your application planning for…
- Completing our review and screening process,
- Securing a study permit if you are admitted,
- Locating housing if needed, and
- Acclimating to the local setting.
|Carefully read both the Frequently Asked Questions document appended to this guide, and the Program Application requirements detailed on the website: http://ststephenscollege.ca/students/apply-to-a-program
Make special note of the tuition question (see Appendix A).
|When you become interested in the program.
|Send a completed application for the program of your choice to St. Stephen's College.
|Deadline is November 1 each year.
|A file is opened in your name so that additional information can be added (e.g. transcripts, letters of reference).
|After application form and fee received. Application fee: $390CDN for degrees, $190CDN for graduate certificates.
|When your application file is complete it will be reviewed by the Chair or Associate Chair of the program to which you are applying.
|Within one month of complete application being received.
|If it is determined that a screening interview is to occur you will be notified, given information about how the interview can occur (telephone/Skype/Zoom), and be part of negotiating a time for this interview. Be aware that:
a. Time differences between Canada and your home country will need to be factored into negotiating the timing of the interview.
b. It is recommended that telephone calls be made from a landline if possible since cell phone reception is often unreliable.
c. All costs associated with the interview (telephone or Skype/Zoom) will be the responsibility of the applicant.
|Within two months of complete application being received.
|Following the screening interview, you will receive a letter from the Dean about whether or not you are offered admission to the program.
|Within one month of screening interview.
|If you are selected, you will receive a "Letter of Acceptance" that includes details and expectations associated to your participation in your chosen program. Within the letter will be a condition of acceptance indicating that you must: (a) provide the College with a copy of valid Canadian Study Permit documentation for your study period, (b) formally accept the offer of admission to the program, and (c) submit a Criminal Records Check (sometimes called a Police Certificate) from your home country.
|Within one month of screening interview.
|It is expected that you will attend the Orientation Day scheduled in the year of your admission.
|Normally early June.
Check course schedule on College website: http://ststephenscollege.ca/publications/course-schedule
First, please read about St. Stephen's College history and degree-granting authority:
St. Stephen's College is a graduate school founded by The United Church of Canada and an Affiliated College of the University of Alberta in Edmonton. An Act to Incorporate St. Stephen's College (April 27, 1927; amended 1968) authorizes St. Stephen's College to confer degrees in theology. The College also teaches undergraduate and graduate University of Alberta credit courses, through the Faculty of Arts. St. Stephen's College is an Associate Member of The Association of Theological Schools in The United States and Canada.
The Government of Alberta Ministry of Advanced Education http://advancededucation.alberta.ca/ licenses and certifies private post-secondary institutions. As a divinity school, St. Stephen's College is categorized as a private post-secondary institution (categorized under "Private Career Training"): http://advancededucation.alberta.ca/post-secondary/institutions/private/
Institutions which fall under this category are listed here: https://alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/schools-in-alberta/?offset=0&letter=all&sort=title®ion[]=992d5863-6636-4309-8373-73a8877d9667&schoolType[]=ccc1d7f0-7518-4f64-8492-ae24eb6ca198
This list includes other divinity/theological schools/colleges in Alberta.
Campus Alberta Quality Council does not approve degrees in divinity: https://www.alberta.ca/post-secondary-program-standards-oversight.aspx
Information on College governance, including a copy of the Act, can be found on the College website:
Students intending to use St. Stephen's College degrees towards further higher education or for registration with professional counselling or other associations, in or outside of Canada, should be aware of the requirements of the institution, association or country they wish to apply that education toward. A number of theological colleges throughout Canada accept transfer credits from St. Stephen's College; however, public universities will most likely not accept transfer credits from a divinity school. Students planning to transfer to other institutions should be aware of the specific program requirements at that institution.
Where do I get an application form for a degree program at St. Stephen's College? Go to http://ststephenscollege.ca/programs for information. Details about program requirements, and application forms, can be downloaded.
Is there a degree application fee? Yes, there is a non-refundable application fee, due with submission of your application. The application fee for degrees is $390CDN; the application fee for graduate certificates is $190CDN.
How much is tuition? The cost to complete a Degree or Certificate Program (including Program Fees and course fees) will range from $5,800 to $45,000 (CDN) depending on the program (see Appendix A). Please check out the costs for the program you are applying for: http://ststephenscollege.ca/students/tuition
Reading material costs also need to be considered when planning the program, and may be up to $200CDN per course. Financial Policies are detailed in the Academic Calendar: http://ststephenscollege.ca/publications/academic- calendar. Students are responsible for their own accommodation arrangements, and living costs.
Does the College offer financial assistance to students? St. Stephen's College offers bursaries and scholarships to students enrolled in St. Stephen's College degree programs to help defray the cost of studies (amounts range from $500CDN to $900CDN; less than or slightly more than equivalent to one course fee). Bursaries are granted based on financial need and the terms of the bursary. Scholarships are awarded according to the terms of the scholarship. Financial aid will be granted according to the following priorities: (1) Canadian students, (2) International students. Contact the College for details. As an International student, you will need to demonstrate adequate financial resources for your stay in Canada as a student.
How early do I need to apply to study at St. Stephen's College? The annual application deadline to programs at the College is November 1 for international students planning to attend the intake the following April. For example, if you apply prior to November 2018, and you are accepted, you would start studies in April 2019. The normal timeline for processing international applications is as follows:
(1) Your application is processed within one month of receiving all application documents and application fee
(2) College contacts you either to schedule a screening interview if your application is acceptable, or to tell you that you are not being invited to an interview
(3) College contacts you with results of your application, within one month of the interview, and provides a letter of acceptance if the decision is made to invite you into the program
(4) You accept the offer of admission in writing
(5) You apply for a study permit through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Do I need to provide an English proficiency score? Degree students must be able to express themselves verbally and in both reflective as well as scholarly writing. Possessing an adequate English vocabulary to communicate within both learning and clinical practicum/field placement contexts is essential. English Proficiency is demonstrated by:
- Possession of a degree or its academic equivalent from an institution recognized by Stephen's College where the language of instruction is English. Proof that the instruction for the degree was in English will be required; or
- Demonstration of sufficient English language coursework at the secondary school level from select countries (eg. Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland); or
- A satisfactory score on one of the following approved English language examinations:
a) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT): minimum score 600 (paper-based), or a total score of 88 with no less than 21 on each individual skill area (internet-based) [St. Stephen's College TOEFL Code is B640] Resources to help prepare applicants for the TOEFL test: ets.org/toefl/advisor_toolkit.
b) International English Language Testing System (IELTS): minimum overall band score of 6.5, with at least 5 on each band
c) Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): overall minimum score of 70, with at least 60 on each subtest
d) Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): overall minimum score of 59 e) Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): minimum score of 85
If you need to complete one of these English language examinations, you arrange for the results to be sent to the Registrar's Office at St. Stephen's College. The examination results are considered to be part of your application to the degree program, and must be received prior to the application deadline. Scores more than two years old cannot be verified; therefore the applicant normally would be required to re-take the test.
Where do I find the requisite visa information needed to enter Canada? Information can be found on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website, https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html ("Study" link). Explore this site carefully and thoroughly so that specifics to your country and immigration circumstances are understood. Once the College issues you a letter of acceptance it is your responsibility to apply for and secure the requisite study permit. Find out if you need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) or a visitor visa. Apply for an eTA before you book your flight to Canada: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp
Where do I find a Canadian visa office in my home country? A list of countries and corresponding Canadian visa offices can be found at the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/contact-ircc/offices/international-visa-offices.html
Do I wait until I have a study permit before getting a Criminal Records Check/Police Certificate? While everything hinges on the study permit, it is usually a good idea to know how to secure your Criminal Records Check/Police Certificate and what amount of time it takes for a police document to be issued.
How far in advance must I return my response to the Letter of Acceptance?
International students need to provide their response to the letter of acceptance by February 1 of the year in which you wish to start your degree program.
How soon before starting my studies at St. Stephen's College do I need to arrive in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada?
The annual Orientation Day for new students is a Saturday at the beginning of June (check the College website for the applicable year's course schedule). It is recommended you arrive in Edmonton with sufficient time to settle into your living arrangements before class sessions commence.
Do I have to study full time, or can I study part-time?
As of June 1, 2014, all study permit holders in Canada need to actively pursue studies. This means that if you hold a study permit, you must remain enrolled and make reasonable and timely progress towards completing your program; failing to do so could lead to your removal from Canada. St. Stephen's College will report to IRCC on your continued enrolment and academic status. You may also be asked by an immigration officer to provide evidence of your continued enrolment and academic status.
Reasonable and timely progress varies for each degree. MTS and MPS students are expected to finish courses and practicum work in the first three to four years and do thesis research and writing in the fifth year. Post-Master's Art Therapy Certificate students are expected to finish courses and practicum work within four years. DMin students are expected to finish coursework in the first three years and do dissertation research and writing in the fourth and fifth years. Graduate certificate students are expected to finish in 8-12 months.
NOTE: St. Stephen's College defines full-time status as being actively registered in a minimum of two credits per month (9 credits over a 4-month period, 12 credits over a 6-month period, or 24 credits over a 12-month period). Students who are registered in less than 12 credits over a six-month period are considered part-time. Course extensions will not extend a student's full-time status. While in the research/writing phase of graduate programs, students in good standing at St. Stephen's College are considered full-time. Master's students are considered full-time upon formal approval of the Thesis or Culminating Paper Proposal, or enrollment in the Capstone Project course. Doctoral students are considered full-time upon completion of the Integrative Paper.
Can I work while I am studying at St. Stephen's College?
If you plan to combine study and work while in Canada, familiarize yourself with the information available through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), at https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work.html
It is unlikely that your Study Permit conditions will allow you to work off campus while completing your studies; this will depend on your personal circumstances. For the MTS, MPS and PMATD programs, unpaid practicum work experience is part of the curriculum; practicum supervisors are approved and appointed by the College.
After graduation, am I eligible to apply to work temporarily in Canada under the Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) Program?
Yes, but only if you graduated from a degree program (diplomas and certificates are not eligible). Along with graduating from an eligible designated learning institution, you need to meet all other criteria to get a post-graduation work permit:
For information about applying to travel, study, work or immigrate to Canada, apply for citizenship, a permanent resident card or refugee protection, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html
Can I bring my family with me? Look carefully at details provided on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website to see about this possibility.
How long can I stay in Canada after graduation from my degree program at St. Stephen's College? Your study permit will include entry and exit dates. There is information at the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website about applying to change the conditions of your permit or extend your stay in Canada:
What if I want to travel outside of and then return to Canada while I have my visa? There is information on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website about leaving and coming back to Canada.
Do I need health insurance coverage during the time I am in Canada? St. Stephen's College does not have a health plan available for students. The Government of Canada does not pay for the medical costs of international students. Health coverage for international students varies among the provinces of Canada. If you are residing in Canada for a prolonged period you can learn more about whether you will qualify for an Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) at the following website https://www.alberta.ca/ahcip-temporary-residents.aspx. We advise you to purchase Visitor to Canada Insurance, which is available from private insurance companies, if you are physically present in Canada but not eligible for AHCIP coverage.
How will I get around in Edmonton? Edmonton has an extensive, user-friendly public transit system: https://www.edmonton.ca/edmonton-transit-system-ets.aspx
How do I find a place to live in Edmonton?
A list of temporary living accommodations located close to the College can be provided to you upon request. Additional information can be found here: http://www.edmonton.ca.
St. Stephen's students are able to apply for housing through University of Alberta Residence Services. This housing is normally for University of Alberta students, but Residence Services will accept applications from St. Stephen's students because the College is on campus. However, University of Alberta students get first priority, and space availability cannot be confirmed until the first week of September. St. Stephen's College students wishing to apply for accommodations will need a computing ID (CCID); contact St. Stephen's Registrar's Office to obtain (firstname.lastname@example.com).
What kind of community is Edmonton? Edmonton is known for its multicultural and interfaith diversity. As part of your preparations for moving here you may want to see if there is a community of Canadians from your home country living here. Being in a supportive community environment and keeping in touch with persons from the same cultural tradition or spiritual family can strengthen the learning experience.
IF YOU HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS: Please contact the Chair/Associate Chair of the program at St. Stephen's College in which you are interested: FACULTY DIRECTORY or the Registrar/Director of Academic and Administrative Services at firstname.lastname@example.com. Phone: 780-439-7311.
Appendix A
COURSE FEES: Students are assessed course fees at the rate that is in effect at the course start date. Course fees are $859CAD/3-credit course, $1,718CAD/6-credit course, and $2,577CAD/9-credit course, unless published otherwise. Tuition for auditing online courses is the same as credit course tuition; other courses may be audited for half the credit course fee. Registration deadlines apply to courses; a late fee of $75CAD is applied where late registrations are accepted. Fees may change without notice. Some program requirements may be fulfilled at other institutions with permission of the Department/Associate Chair; students are responsible for any fees in effect at that institution.
PROGRAM FEES: Program Fees are detailed below. Students may avoid annual tuition increases by paying the entire Program Fee in advance. Degree and post-master's Program Fees are paid in semi-annual or annual installments over the first four years of the program; graduate certificate Program Fees are paid in annual installments over the first two years of the program. Program Fees cover general academic and administrative support. The entire Program Fee is payable regardless of the number of years students take to complete the program. A non-refundable deposit of $540CAD is due upon acceptance of admission, and applied as credit to the first Program Fee invoice. The continuation fee applies only to those students taking longer than four years to complete their program. Students do not pay a continuation fee in the academic year they graduate; the academic year at SSC is June 1 to May 31, and graduation is in November. Non-refundable application fee for degree programs: International applicants $390CAD. Non-refundable application fee for graduate certificate programs: International applicants $190CAD.
TUITION INCREASES: Each year, tuition (course and program fees) will rise by Alberta's inflation, with the possibility of additional annual increases.


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The pension has 15 rooms in the form of 2 quadruples, 1 triple, 4 twins and 8 doubles; therefore it has a total capacity of 35 beds.
The rooms are luxuriously appointed with stylish furniture that corresponds to the building's historical character. Each room has satellite TV, an Internet connection, minibar, and safe. Rooms in the loft also have air conditioning.
All rooms have a bathroom, most have a shower corner (there are bathtubs in two of the rooms), all but one have a bidet, and there is a hair dryer in every bathroom. A children's cot is also available for guests to borrow. All rooms are non-Smoking.
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According to Kaiser Health News, Even though many hospitals are skeptical about the scientific soundness of ratings systems from organizations, such as The Leapfrog Group, such hospitals take their safety ratings seriously and have begun to take action to defend their performance and reputation.Read More
Leapfrog releases its 2017 top hospitals list
The Leapfrog Group on Thursday released its 2017 Top Hospitals list, recognizing 109 hospitals for excellence in hospital quality, patient safety, and efficiency.
Leapfrog President and CEO Leah Binder in a release said, "The Top Hospital award highlights American hospitals that are providing the highest quality of care to their patients." She added, "We're encouraged to see hospitals across the country and within diverse communities earn this distinction."Read More
Now you can find information about your hospital on Yelp
ProPublica and Yelp recently agreed to a partnersship that will allow information from ProPublica's interactive health databases to begin appearing on Yelp's health provider pages. In addition to reading about consumers' experiences with hospitals, nursing homes and doctors, Yelp users will see objective data about how the providers' practice patterns compare to their peers.
According to NPR, Yelp is adding a ton of health-care data to its review pages for medical businesses to give consumers more access to government information on hospitals, nursing homes and dialysis clinics.
Consumers can now look up a hospital emergency room's average wait time, fines paid by a nursing home, or how often patients getting dialysis treatment are readmitted to a hospital because of treatment-related infections or other problems.
CMS testing star ratings for hospitals until August 17
According to AHA News Now, hospitals have until Aug. 17 to review their results from the CMS dry run test of a proposed star rating system for overall hospital-level quality.
The test allows hospitals to ask questions and provide feedback, with a goal to contribute to refinements of the methodology before overall star ratings are posted on the Hospital Compare website next year. Each hospital will receive a Hospital-Specific Report, which includes its star rating results and the measures used to calculate them.
For more on the dry run, including links to a mock report and HSR User Guide, visit www.qualitynet.org. CMS will host an Aug. 13 call on the overall star ratings methodology, Hospital-Specific Reports and lessons learned from the dry run. To register for the CMS call, click here.
ProPublica publishes scorecard on complication rates
ProPublica has published a scorecard of complication rates for almost 17,000 individual surgeons at more than 3,500 hospitals nationwide based on an analysis of Medicare data. The scorecard allows users to search by location, by surgeon, or by hospital.
For its analysis, ProPublica analyzed Medicare data from 2009 to 2013 for eight common elective procedures, which accounted for 2.3 million total surgeries:
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Few patients see or use price and cost data to make health decisions
According to Kaiser Health News, few individuals use quality and price data to make choices for their health care.
While there has been a recent push in the public and private sectors to increase health care transparency, the Kaiser Family Foundation poll found that:
- Approximately two-thirds of respondents reported difficulties finding information on hospitals' and physicians' exact prices for treatments or procedures
- Only about 20% of respondents reported seeing price or quality data about doctors, hospitals, or insurers.
- Less than 9% of respondents said they used pricing data when making decisions on health plans;
- About 6% of respondents said they used quality data when making a decision about a doctor, hospital or insurer; and
- 3% of respondents reported using pricing information when making decisions about physicians
Consumers not using quality and price information to make decisions
Despite years of trying to make health information more available to support patient decisions, according to a poll from the Kaiser Family Foundation few people use information about doctors or hospitals to obtain better care at lower prices.
While health care prices for doctors and hospitals have traditionally been difficult to find or understand, the 2010 health law tried to make such information more transparent. People shopping for insurance can now compare the prices of competing plans through online marketplaces, including premiums, deductibles and their share of any medical expenses. The federal government also publishes more than 100 quality ratings about hospitals, as do some large private insurers. Private groups such as Consumer Reports and U.S. News & World Report also rate providers, and Internet forums such as Yelp are now littered with easily accessible opinions.
The poll found that this information rarely makes a difference. About 6 percent of people ever used quality information in making a decision regarding an insurer, hospital or doctor. And fewer than 9 percent used information about prices, most commonly in relation to health plans. Only 3 percent said they used price information about physicians, the poll found.
New Commonwealth Fund scorecard notes states made little progress before ACA
According to a recent Commonwealth Fund report on State Health System Performance, in the five years preceding implementation of the Affordable Care Act's major coverage provisions, the majority of states declined or failed to improve on two-thirds of the measures that could be tracked over time.
Commonwealth Fund researchers ranked the health systems of every state and the District of Columbia on a variety of health care measures. Of the 34 measures that could be tracked between 2007 and 2011–12, all states saw meaningful improvement on at least seven. But more than half of states lost ground on at least nine measures.
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As the pace of change accelerates, the adoption and mastery of flexible organizational structures that unlock growth from within is becoming a critical source of competitive advantage. What do these organizational models look like? Which organizations and organizational experiments can we learn from? How can organizations design new business verticals and ensure that corporate innovation initiatives align with your strategy? How can flexible and traditional structures co-exist? What role do leaders and culture play? What are the practical steps to take to transform your organization for the new digital world?
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I can see a cast listing and know immediately if I'll have any interest in seeing a film or not. Certain actors I prefer over others for particular movies and I think everyone has that. You'll see a comedian you love in a movie and you get excited. Perhaps it's your favorite action star in a new summer blockbuster and now you're cancelling plans and calling the babysitter for opening night. Certain films you can't wait to see. Unfortunately, this was not one of those films for me but I do enjoy the actors in this particular movie. So, did "The House" hit a jackpot or go bust? Let's dive in a take a look in this box office review…
I need Will Ferrell to start making great comedies again. He has had a string of lackluster films in my opinion and this is the latest addition. This movie almost felt like they took the best part of the actors personalities and said, "we're just gonna run with this." At times, it didn't even feel like the same film. (i.e. Jason Mantzoukas was in his own movie even while sharing screen time with the other actors.) To be fair, some of my issue could be that Jason's played to perfection an entirely insane character named "Rafi" on the TV show "The League" for a few years. I enjoy that character so much because he's so over the top that anything goes which is occasionally fun to see. He didn't break from that character at all for this film. It was like Rafi on Adderall, but only sometimes. The same issue goes for the other two actors from "The League," Nick Kroll and Rob Huebel. It felt like "The League" meets Will Ferrell and Amy Poehler.
The plot of the film is that two parents have to get enough money together to send their daughter to college and decide to open up a casino, in a foreclosed house, with their friend who is going through a divorce. The plot is zany enough to provide a few laughs. The characters also provide plenty of laughs despite the previously mentioned issues in the above paragraph. I didn't have high expectations for this film. In fact, I almost didn't see it at all. However, I did have a free ticket to see it and so I ventured into the theater. Surprisingly, I laughed more than I thought I would and there's one or two cameo's in this film that were enjoyable. My favorite cameo was stand up comedian Sebastian Maniscalco. I've seen him live and I enjoy his Netflix specials. When he popped up on screen, performing a stand up routine in a basement that was made to look like an comedy club, I smiled and laughed. There's so much nonsense in this film it will provide some chuckles.
"The House" is in theaters now. Skip this movie if you're looking for films to see this weekend. This is a perfect VOD or Redbox movie for a Saturday or Sunday afternoon on the couch. It doesn't require any brain power and it will make you laugh. It's a nonsensical comedy that goes further and further into absurdity with humorous moments and some eye roll, groan in disbelief, moments. Again, my expectations were pretty low and I still walked out of the theater surprised at how much I laughed but that alone is not enough to spend your hard earned money. Save your bucks for "Baby Driver" or "Spiderman Homecoming."


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When you are accessible to book your tax acknowledgment for assets you becoming in 2016, you'll accept to aces from amid three forms: the 1040, the 1040EZ or the 1040A.
Anyone can adjudge to ample out Form 1040; the others accept more-specific requirements. Here's a quick breakdown:
The best the form, the added opportunities for tax breaks, both deductions and credits. Both are good, ultimately abbreviation how abundant the federal government takes from you. The table below shows you which deductions and credits are accessible with anniversary 1040 tax form.
Don't accept the 1040EZ aloof because it's the simplest option. Sometimes, the EZ is all you charge — but sometimes a little added paperwork can mean substantial savings. The IRS website says you should use the 1040EZ if:
One of the better affidavit NOT to use the 1040EZ is that the alone tax breach you're acceptable for is the becoming assets credit, which is for low-income taxpayers. If you anticipate you may be acceptable for any added tax breaks, use a altered form. You don't appetite to absence out on your well-deserved deductions and credits.
But, if you accept actually annihilation to claim, the 1040EZ is a quick, one-page acclimation advised to abate the altercation of filing taxes.
The 1040A tax anatomy allows filers to affirmation a cardinal of deductions not accessible on the 1040EZ. Here are the 1040A requirements from the IRS website:
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How do we respond to change? How do we position ourselves for effective ministry in a future that will be different than our past? The church is a 2000 year old institution. During its 2000 year history, the church has seen its share of change. The church has survived war and drought, famine and disease, political upheaval, social turmoil, technological advancement and dramatic cultural shifts. It has survived heresy, sin, poor management and deeply embedded corruption. The church is an institution that knows how to survive. When Jesus instituted the church he promised that nothing would overcome it (Matt 16:18), and nothing has.
The church might be 2000 years old, but our church is only 20 years old. The future of the institutional church is secure, but the fate of individual churches in our part of the world today is less sure. According to some studies, 3500 people leave the church EVERY SINGLE DAY. While change has been a constant throughout the history of the church, few would argue with the observation that the rate of cultural, social, technological and institutional change is accelerating.
No one needs to be convinced that the world is changing and changing rapidly. As change accelerates, organizations that fail to adapt--churches included--are quickly left behind. The question for our church is not whether we should change; the question is how—and how much—we should change as the world changes around us.
During our Wednesday Bible study of Jeremiah we discovered two options for how the people of God can faithfully react when they find themselves in changing cultural contexts; we can set ourselves apart or we can make ourselves at home. The Recabite community set themselves apart. They maintained their integrity, identity and livelihood by standing firm in their traditions. The Recabite's very survival was tied up in their willingness to faithfully follow the traditions of their ancestors. Jeremiah holds them up as examples of faithfulness to a Jerusalem population that was too willing to quickly discard or ignore the traditions of the past (Jer 35).
Alternatively, Jeremiah instructs the Israelites in exile to make themselves at home in Babylon (Jer 29:4-13). Faithfulness for the exiles was NOT to maintain their traditions when faced with a new culture; instead, it was to immerse themselves in the unfamiliar culture in which they found themselves. Jeremiah tells them, "If things go well for Babylon, things will go well for you." Faithfulness in this context was to support and encourage and engage the changing culture, to abandon the familiar in favor of the new.
So which should we choose? Should we set ourselves apart or make ourselves at home?
The answer could be some of both. Maybe we are called to set ourselves apart AND make ourselves at home. As one of our members put it recently, "How much should we compromise our traditions to reach the lost for Christ?" Even the question implies that there are some things we should compromise on and some things we shouldn't. .As we look out into the future and try to envision the next season of Heritage's life, "How much should we compromise?" is the $64,000 question. And it brings up a whole slew of other question about what it means to be a church in Cherokee County in the 21st century.
As we move into 2015 we'll start to answer some of those questions together by revisiting the Strategic Plan you adopted in 2012. My prayer is that the first part of 2015 will be a great time of discussion and discernment as we determine how best to implement the 2012 plan. Much of the heavy lifting has already been done. The 2012 plan is invested with your energy and vision guided by the Lordship of Christ and encouraged by the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Heritage has something unique to offer this community and continues to demonstrate a fantastic ability to find its way faithfully forward into the future God intends for us. I believe that deep in my bones. The more I get settled in, the more excited I get about what God will choose to do in us and through us for our neighborhood in the years to come
So if you've got that 2012 Strategic Plan lying around somewhere, dust it off and take a look at it again. In January we'll start talking about how we can be faithful to that vision as we make an intentional effort to dream together with God for the twenty-first year in a row.
That's something I can get excited about. I hope you can, too. See you Sunday.


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Top Tax Preparation Mistakes A Small Business MakesJuly 15, 2019
Top Tax Preparation Mistakes A Small Business Makes
Tax season is already a stressful time for most small business owners. Throw in some easily avoidable mistakes and it becomes a full-time headache. Overpayments, lack of tax knowledge, and costly penalties add unnecessary stress to small business owners which can lead to paying more than needed.
From accounting blunders to paperwork nightmares, small businesses can make a variety of mistakes. These can lead to not only overpaying and unnecessary penalties, but can actually leave money on the table. Every year, countless deductions are missed simply because most small business owners don't know they exist.
Hiring a CPA can help clarify what your tax obligations are, where you're losing money, and how to maximize tax season instead of fearing it.
CPA Can Help You Avoid These Tax Filing Mistakes
The U.S. Tax Code is over 74,000 pages. There are volumes of the possible mistakes small business owners can make. While it's not expected that small business owners know these pages, a good CPA will make them work for you. A few of the more common tax filing mistakes a CPA can help you avoid are:
- Mixing Personal & Business Expenses - Personal expenses can't be deducted if they're not business expenses. Mixing the two can lead to extra confusion and time wasted.
- Taxable Income - The IRS is not forgiving when it comes to taxable income. If you're not sure what counts as taxable income, you could open your business up to an unwelcome audit.
- Business Tax Obligations - If you're not sure what your tax obligations are, you're playing a risky game. A CPA can help clarify what your obligations are to prevent any surprises in the future.
Professional Business Tax Services In Ohio
If you're a small business in Ohio, you should know that you may qualify for up to a 75% tax deduction on the first $250,000 of business income. Do you qualify? Our expert CPAs at BIG Financial know the Ohio tax laws inside and out and can find the deductions your business needs.
At BIG, we are consistently ranked as one of the top CPA & Tax Accounting firms in North Royalton and Cleveland. We offer a variety of services for small businesses including strategic business planning, business financing, and business mentoring. If you need reliability and experience, you'll find it at BIG.
Save BIG by avoiding these key tax preparation mistakes.
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What is a Tax Consultant? Why Do Businesses Need One?June 17, 2019
What is a Tax Consultant? Why Do Businesses Need One?
"Do I need a tax consultant?"
That's one of the most common questions we hear. While we could give you a simple "yes" and move on, let's put this in perspective. The actual size of the U.S. tax code is 2,600 pages long, but with accompanying explanations and all past tax statutes, that number is pushed north of 70,000 pages.
Those 70,000+ pages hold the tax breaks that your business needs. We don't expect you to know where to find every single tax break in those pages, but a professional tax advisor would. In addition to that, you'll be saving money at tax time without pulling out the records to do it yourself. And if you're one of the unlucky ones to be audited, you can put your mind at ease knowing you've got a professional on your side.
While having a tax consultant is in your best interest, there are a few strategies you can implement to help your business.
Top Tax Consulting Strategies For Businesses
Want to take proactive steps that can maximize your deductions? While a tax consultant can get you every deduction possible, here are a few strategies you can use to get started:
- Keep Your Records Organized -- clean books and detailed supporting documentation will ensure you take advantage of all tax incentives and avoid late filing penalties.
- Hire Independent Contractors -- You can exclude them from your employment costs, such as Social Security and Medicare taxes, company retirement plans, and other employee benefits such as medical, life and disability insurance, and vacation or holiday benefits.
- File Your Taxes on Time -- Penalties can come in a variety of forms depending on your entity. Filing your taxes on time can help you avoid these.
Tax Consultancy Services & Tax Return Filing With CPA
At BIG, we can help navigate the choices of proper expensing of items, how to legally minimize your tax obligation, and help you to implement proactive tax reduction strategies as the business grows.
We can also file all required tax returns, business, personal, employer, sales tax, and CAT. When you work with BIG, you are the direct beneficiary of more than 25 years of experience in dealing with difficult business issues from all perspectives. Our professionals have been where you are, as employees and C-level managers, business owners, and consultants, and we understand your position. That helps us put ourselves in your shoes and make the most out of your deductions.
Save big this tax season with professional tax consultants.
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Tax Filing With A CPA Has Huge Benefits For Small BusinessesMay 15, 2019
Tax Filing With A CPA Has Huge Benefits For Small Businesses
As your business grows, simply "balancing the books" no longer does the trick. In fact, you could make mistakes that not only cost you this tax season, but can affect the next few years as well. Hiring a CPA to file your taxes has huge benefits for your small business whether you're in the start-up phase or an established business.
Don't make the mistake of just hiring a friend or local accounting guy. CPAs have the background, experience, and training to make your money work for you. They are experts in areas that directly impact your business. They know how to perform research and analysis of your finances to find the best tax breaks based on their extensive ongoing training.
Advantages Of Using CPA Tax Experts
CPAs can bring massive tax benefits to your small business. A few of the more popular include:
- Expense deductions - CPAs help you examine your expenses, discovering ways to save money and find deductions that you might have otherwise missed.
- Maximize profits - CPAs can look over your yearly expenses and find areas where you may be overpaying and how you can turn that into a profit.
- Income reporting - Failure to report revenue can lead to trouble with the IRS. CPAs will help you find hidden revenue so that you can avoid fees and penalties.
CPA Services For Small Businesses
BIG can ease the burden and increase the chances of success of your start-up by helping with the accounting, operational, strategic planning and tax areas of your new and existing business. Several of our experienced CPAs have also been small business owners themselves. That gives them added insight and experience that is invaluable to any small business owner.
If you're looking to maximize your deductions while eliminating costly fees and penalties, our experienced CPAs can help.
Trust the CPAs with BIG to maximize your deductions and eliminate costly fees this year.
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Tax Preparation Tips For Small BusinessApril 14, 2019
Tax Preparation Tips For Small Business
Tax preparation can be difficult for many small businesses. Between day-to-day operations, marketing your product, growing your team, and customer service, tax prep is the last thing on your mind. Finding time can be hard, but knowing a few tips can make tax preparation a much easier endeavor.
To keep it simple, we've organized these helpful tips into five easy-to-follow steps. That way regardless of how what issues your business throws at you, tax preparation won't be one of them. Keep reading to discover the five simple steps that will simplify tax prep and allow you to focus on the more important parts of your business.
Tax Filing Tips To Prepare Businesses
Tax filing doesn't have to be hard with these five tips:
- Get organized. By making quarterly tax payments, separating your accounts, keeping receipts, and keeping detailed notes, tax time becomes much less time-consuming.
- Technology makes life easier. By using technology to digitize receipts and utilizing tax software, it cuts down on the paperwork and keeps everything organized.
- Seek a pro. While you could search for hours on a particular topic, it's easier just to hire a professional. You'll end up saving money in the long run and won't run the risk of messing anything up.
- Ask questions. The more you know, the better. If you're hiring a professional, make sure you understand how taxes affect your business and what you can do going forward.
- Stay up-to-date. By keeping up with current sources and following similar businesses, you can continually learn which will make every year a little easier.
Tax Preparation Services With BIG
While these tips will take you far, professional tax preparation services can help maximize your deductions this tax season. With BIG, you'll have access to one of the highest ranked CPA & Tax Accounting firms in the entire Cleveland area.
Whether you're a small business, start-up, or even an individual, we can help. Our experienced CPAs have years of experience and many of even run their own businesses. Our professionals have been where you are, as employees and C-level managers, business owners, and consultants, and we understand your position. We pair this with detailed operational and technical knowledge for a multi-dimensional approach that solves problems from all angles.
Tax preparation can be a breeze by using these tips. For everything else, BIG is there for you.
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Professional Accounting Costs Less Than Doing It YourselfApril 30, 2018
Are you planning doing your own accounting this year? You're probably giving away more money than you should. Doing your own accounting may seem like the cheapest option, but hiring a professional accounting service will actually cost less. One of the biggest mistakes both individuals and small businesses make is to take on their own accounting. This can lead to a lot of missed opportunities and deductions. You're also more likely to make a mistake that could lead to further problems. By taking advantage of accounting services, you'll have access to tax consulting, accounting analysis, and several other services that can save you thousands.
Tax Consulting
Tax consulting can help minimize several pain points you'd experience by doing your accounting yourself. Expert accountants can help create long-term tax strategies as well as filing all required tax returns, business, personal, employer, sales tax, and CAT forms. Tax consulting is more than just filing the paperwork for you. We'll also work with you and teach you:
- How to properly expense items
- How to legally minimize your tax obligation
- How to implement proactive tax reduction strategies
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What Your Family Business Should Know For Tax SeasonApril 16, 2018
Employing family members can be a rewarding experience for business owners. With tax season underway, some questions are hard to answer. What forms do I have to file for my kids? Do I need separate forms for family and non-family employees? What if my spouse works with me? These are all great questions and often have situational answers. For instance, your children will have different tax requirements than other employees that are minors. Children also have different tax needs based on whether your family business is a corporation. To help simplify some of the confusion, here are a couple requirements for both children and other family members to help you during tax season.
Employing Your Children
For most small business owners, children are an invaluable part of the business. They can provide much-needed help during busy times and are more likely to be productive employees than other minors. While some children do work for free, there are a few things you need to know for those that are paid.
- Federal unemployment tax is not required on the wages of your children.
- Social security and Medicare (FICA) taxes are only required if the business is not a corporation.
- You are required to withhold income taxes from your children's wages.
Employing Adult Family Members
Children aren't the only family members in a family business. Siblings and parents are often staples of a family business and are usually more loyal to the business than traditional employees. If you pay wages to any family member, make sure you know these key points.
- Each family member needs a W-4 when hired and you are required to withhold federal income taxes.
- Family member pay should be included in your unemployment tax.
- Overtime works the same as a regular employee; One and a half times base pay after forty hours.
Employing family members is a great route for many small business owners. BIG can help make your family business' taxes a breeze with our small business accounting services.
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What You Need To Know About A 1099 FormMarch 15, 2018
Do you work as a freelancer or independent contractor? Chances are you'll receive a 1099 form. If you make more than $600 with a client, they are required to send you a 1099 form by the end of January. Instead of of receiving a typical W-2 that traditional employees receive, most freelancers will receive the 1099-MISC form that is used to confirm that all their earnings are reported to the IRS.
While this can be overwhelming for new freelancers and independent contractors, a little organization can go a long way. Proper organization allows you to maximize your tax write-offs and keep more of your earnings. Deductions such as car expenses and home office deductions are a couple of the biggest tax breaks you can get.
Car Expenses
Car expenses including mileage can provide one of the biggest tax write-offs for freelancers. The easiest method to use is to claim the standard mileage rate. This allows you to write off 54 cents off every mile you drive for business-related purposes. These miles include:
- Driving while working
- Going to meet clients at a seperate location
- Heading out of town on business
The standard mileage rate takes into account gas, insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. While you can use the actual method of deducting your car expenses, the standard mileage rate is far easier to track and report.
Home Office Expenses
If you're running an independent business from your home, you can potentially write off part of your home expenses. As long as you have a dedicated space that serves as your primary place of business and is used exclusively for work, you can use it as a tax write-off. Using the simplified method is the easiest way to deduct your home office. It includes everything in your home office and can be figured out by finding the square footage of your home office. Here are a few things you need to know:
- You can deduct $5 per square foot.
- You can only deduct up to 300 square feet per year.
- Total deduction cannot exceed $1500.
Make sure you don't miss out on any deductions. BIG offers professional tax services to make sure you get the most tax write-offs possible.
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How To Avoid Tax Identity TheftFebruary 28, 2018
Tax identity theft is frequently the single biggest type of identity theft according to the Federal Trade Commision. Finding out you're a victim of tax identity theft can be a nerve-racking experience. By the time you learn you're a victim, it's usually too late. At that point, your options are slim and usually limited to preventing future damage.
The best approach is to take preventative measures and avoid identity theft altogether. While there are multiple methods to be proactive, you can make the biggest impact by protecting your identity and avoiding scams. These two approaches will limit the exposure of your personal information to unauthorized eyes and dramatically lower your risk.
Protect Your Personal Information
Information such as your Social Security number, birth date, and other personal information should be protected at all times. The only types of people that should see this information are banking institutions, tax advisors, lending companies, and similar businesses. These types of institutions are mindful on how they ask for personal information as well. They will never have you send your SSN through email or any other unsecure method.
In addition to only giving personal information to certain types of people, here are a few more tips that will help keep you safe:
- Don't carry your Social Security card with you
Regularly change your passwords online
Keep your firewall and antivirus on your computer installed and up-to-date
Avoiding Scams
As we move deeper into the digital age, scammers are more creative and deceitful than ever. Their scams are becoming more elaborate and harder to detect. Many tax identity theft victims unknowingly give away their personal information without knowing they are dealing with a fraudster.
Most victims willingly give their information when they receive threatening phone calls, emails, or postal mail claiming the IRS will take some type of action if the victim doesn't cooperate. Threats of foreclosure and jail time are usually enough to scare someone enough to send whatever information is requested.
To avoid scams, there a few things the IRS recommends knowing:
You'll never receive a call demanding immediate payment or any tax-related call from the IRS without first mailing you a bill. If you haven't received the bill in the mail, be aware you could be dealing with a scam.
If you've completed your tax plan and don't believe you owe any taxes, you can report any potential scam you encounter to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.
If you're unsure on whether a person is who they claim, contact the institution directly and ask.
Tax identity theft can be a scary situation if your caught in it. By protecting your personal information and being mindful of scams, you can greatly reduce your risk.
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Are There Home Office Tax Deductions?February 15, 2018
According to a recent Gallup study, 43% of Americans report at least part of their time working from home. With more employees making the transition to home offices, the question inevitably comes up; What can I deduct?
The IRS has two requirements that need to be met in order to claim the home office deduction. The first requirement is the space you intend to claim needs to be used as a home office regularly and excessively. The second is your home office has to be the principal place of your business.
Regular and Exclusive Use
The IRS is very particular about this portion. You must use your home office frequently for it to be considered eligible. This means that if you use your laptop on the couch, kitchen table, and the bedroom, you're not eligible for the home office deduction. To keep your audit risk low, make sure your home office is:
- An established place where you complete the majority of your work
- Preferably a separate room that is designated for work only
- A place where you work for a minimum of 12 hours a week
Principal Place of Your Business
Flexibility is a benefit here when it comes to your home office. The IRS is fairly understanding to the location of your home office as long as it's used primarily for work. That means your garage, a corner of the living room, or a spare bedroom can all be used as a home office. To take advantage of the home office deduction, here are a few things you should know:
- Choosing the simplified home office deduction allows you to allocate a percentage of your home as your home office.
- Separate stand-alone buildings can be deducted if they are used primarily for business purposes.
- Your home office should not be a communal area such as a family computer room.
Follow these two guidelines and you'll be well on your way to claiming your home office tax deduction. To help maximize your deductions, BIG can help you get the most back with our tax preparation services.
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2018 Tax Plan is Helping FreelancersJanuary 29, 2018
Freelancers are getting a big help from the new tax plan's pass-through deduction.
You may not realize you are doing this as a freelancer, but you are. If you end up claiming the revenue your LLC or S-Corp makes as your income and use itemized deductions to lower your taxes owned then you are participating in the pass-through deduction.
This pass-through provision will allow you / freelancers to deduct 20% of your revenue from your taxable income.
With the new law it has loosened restrictions so that not only the rich will benefit. You will get a nice savings as well.
This deduction, paired with new, lower tax rates means most freelancers will pay less in federal taxes in 2018 than they would have under the former tax code.
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"Calm down. I'm a demon, Nick. Hematite doesn't like my genetics. It doesn't mean anything other than I have really bad parentage."
"Then why am I having flashes of you killing me?"
"What'd you eat this morning?"
Nick didn't care for that answer. Not one little bit. "I saw it happen. You were choking the life out of me."
Caleb rolled his eyes. "Oh yeah. That is definitely a figment of your overactive, over-Hollywood-stimulated imagination. I assure you. I don't kill people that way. Takes too long. I'm not into torture. I prefer a quick death so that I can move on to something more satisfying."
Strangely enough, that he believed. Patience wasn't a virtue Caleb practiced. "You sure?"
"Dude, look at me. You think I'd have let the demons pound all over me last night so that you could escape if I had any intention of killing you? Really?"
―Sherrilyn Kenyon, Invincible
Hematite is really good for grounding and for protection. It is also effective for releasing negativity, for emotional healing, and for focus.
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Yes, you read that right! No, your eyes aren't suddenly failing you. This April, I'm flying to Europe and my one way ticket only cost me $218. Yep. That's including all taxes and fees and no, it wasn't a website glitch. How am I getting such a great deal?? Well, I'm flying with Norwegian Air, which was rated Best Low-Cost Carrier in Europe by airlineratings.com two years in a row.
Many people have heard of the insane $99 fares from the Icelandic WOW Air, but those prices are only for flights between Boston and Reykjavik or Paris. Norwegian Air, on the other hand, has direct transatlantic flights from Oakland, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. They started offering these flights across the pond in 2014 and their CEO Bjørn Kjos recently said that $69 fares between Europe and the US are in the near future (!!!).
The first thing I did when I went on the Norwegian Air website to have access to even cheaper flights was switch the displayed currency from US Dollars to Euros, a trick you can read about here! After that, the way I searched for my ticket was by using their LowFare Calendar feature; this allows you to see all the flights and their prices for the month that you select. You're more likely to get a cheaper fare if you're flexible with your dates.
Once you select your date, you are given several different fare types to choose from. Here's a chart detailing the different features of each fare level.
If you really want to save the most money and are 100% set in your travel dates, your best bet is choosing the LowFare price. You don't get a meal included but most airplane meals are subpar and you could easily bring tons of cheap snacks from home. You also don't get to check in a bag but you do get one free carry on bag and a personal item. I know, I know, you're probably thinking to yourself that there's no way you could travel with just a carry on but you would be surprised just what you can fit in one of those bags!
If you decide to fly with Norwegian Air (and I really recommend you do!), I recommend flying into either Oslo or Stockholm, as those are their biggest hubs in Europe. From there, it's less than 50 euros to get almost anywhere in mainland Europe! Think about how much more you could spend on wine in Italy or chocolates in Switzerland with all that you're saving from spending less on airfare.
Let me know what crazy deals you find on their site and maybe even take a leap and book a ticket for that dream trip of yours!


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Aerie, the lingerie line by American Eagle, just got even more real — and for this mom, that's a very good thing.
Back in 2014, the clothing brand geared towards teens and young women did away with retouching the images of their models. Things like stretch marks, cellulite, and scars were left on women in the final photographs, and within two years, a beautiful variety of models in all shapes and sizes began gracing the product pages.
As a plus-size mom with a belly full of tiger stripes, I was thrilled to see the positive changes Aerie has recently implemented. As a stepmom to a 12-year-old girl, I felt relieved knowing that at least one major clothing brand was helping my stepdaughter see that all bodies are worthy of celebration and love. I honestly didn't think it could get any better.
But with their newest campaign, it just did.
This past week, Aerie added models with disabilities and chronic illnesses to the list of extraordinary human beings they'll be featuring on their website, and the Internet is cheering. Women everywhere are taking to social media to praise the company for finally allowing them to enjoy images of people who look just like they do.
"After almost 19 years with diabetes, I finally saw the first model to ever look like me," Massachusetts native Anna Prokop tweeted. "Thank you Aerie for celebrating diversity, no matter what it looks like."
Turns out the models themselves feel just as lucky to be a part of such a game-changing moment. Abby Sams, who lives with dysautonomia, was overjoyed to be represented in the campaign and shared her feelings on Instagram.
"A wheelchair user is a model of a major company!" she wrote. "I am PROUD to say I've done this. PROUD to be a part of it. PROUD to be a model representing a community of disabled and chronically ill people. PROUD to be comfortable in my own skin."
We're proud of you too, Abby!
Thankfully for us all, self-acceptance seems to have become the cornerstone of Aerie's greater mission. With their ever popular hashtag #AerieReal, women from all walks of life are celebrated on their website. For instance, on their blog, the clothing brand shares a variety of female role models who are inspiring young women daily to embrace their individuality and inner strength.
Yet, as wonderful as it is for a company like Aerie to be this inclusive, we need more brands to step up their game as well. Because honestly, our kids are depending on it.
According to a 2012 study, 52% of teens feel the media pressures them to change their appearance, with 56% of teens believing that advertisements are the main cause of low self-esteem. I know this to be true, because my stepdaughter was lamenting her belly rolls at the vulnerable age of nine. I can only imagine how damaging these statistics can be for young people with marginalized bodies — which makes Aerie models like Abby Sams all the more needed.
As parents, we must remember that our children see the public images around them and compare themselves to a beauty ideal that rarely ever matches up with who they see in the mirror. Since the media is only beginning to realize our need for positive visual representations of all bodies, we have a long way to go in terms of helping our kids love themselves completely.
But with clothing brands like Aerie, I'm beginning to feel so much hope for our future.


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I have some prints in the upcoming show BLUE at CLOUDS ART + COFFEE in Koenji, Tokyo, which is opening this week. I coloured this teacup print with blue spots especially for the show.
I'll also be showing the blue version of my peony mokuhanga print.
The exhibition runs from tuesday 7th of August until sunday 12th August, 10am to 6pm
There is a reception on saturday 11th August from 6-8pm (I won't be there unfortunately) but I hope you'll still drop by! Everything is for sale!
All details:
2-25-4 Koenjikita Suginami-ku, Tokyo 166-0002


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Google is lobbying the FCC to open up "white spaces" – the space between channels on broadcast TV – calling them "the building blocks for Wi-Fi 2.0" or, more evocatively, "Wi-Fi on steroids." White spaces are spaces used to separate private TV channels; they are the static we (or our parents) used to see between stations when tuning on UHF TVs. Largely unused after television switches to digital next February, they will offer "the possibility of affordable, ubiquitous, high-speed Internet connections to all Americans, anywhere, at any
"Three-fourths of the white spaces are completely unused today," says Google's Free the Airwaves lobbying campaign, launched Monday. The campaign aims at allowing unlicensed use of the white spaces, which would allow broader, faster Wi-Fi access at better prices, offer the internet to as-yet-inaccessible rural areas, and also provide access to lower-income areas. The proposed spectrum is especially good at high-speed, long distance travel and penetrating walls inside buildings.
Joining Google in this initiative are Dell, Hewlett-Packard, Intel, Motorola, Microsoft, and Philips Electronics, among others. Legislation has been introduced into the House and Senate to free up white spaces.
The measure is opposed by phone companies and the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), which is backed by network TV companies, cable operators and national sports leagues.
White spaces is "one of the crucial issues of our economic future and of our information future," says Columbia law professor Tim Wu, author of "Who Controls the Internet?"
"White spaces is a reform designed to break the bottleneck in spectrum and to make the airwaves available for anyone to use and to make them come to consumers at a much cheaper price than what you see today."
An FCC ruling on white spaces could come as early as next month


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Google have just released a new update to their search engine, which amongst many changes, now allows some website to display a sitelink search directly below their website in the Search Engine Results Page (serps).
This can only be done if your website allows for internal searching, and is done by implementing the a snipit of code on your websites home page, but there are some prerequisite before proceeding.
- First, verify you have a functioning site-specific search, which will post the query of the search into the URL bar.
- Add the below code to the head of your website (homepage only)
- Set up a canonical URL for your home page
Simply edit your current website's head (if this is a wordpress website, this will under your website theme folder header.php, or in Magento, this would be under your theme folder header.phtml).
<script type="application/ld+json"> { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "url": "https://www.example.com/", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": "https://query.example.com/search?q={search_term_string}", "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } } </script>
You should make sure you only show this on your home page, so it is recommended to check to see if the homepage is the current page being viewed.
You will need to update the sitelink search code above, replacing "https://example.com" and "https://query.example.com" with the domain name of your website, and also check to see if the search query is correct for your website.


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{Credits to Paradissi}
29 March 2011
{At "High Society"´Set, 1956}
Dennise Stock was a photographer famous for her photos at filming sets. One of his works taked place in the set of "High Society" ("Philadelphia Stories" remake) in the winter of 1956. This film was the last of Grace Kelly who got married with Prince Rainier that year in April.
Grace Kelly and Frank Sinatra in a musical scene of the film. Love this song. xx
The movie:
High Society.
Dir.: Charles Walter
Cast: Grace Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Celeste Holm.
OST: Cole Porter and Louis Armstrong.
Buy here.
Grace Kelly and Frank Sinatra in a musical scene of the film. Love this song. xx
{Tibi is the Key}
Designer Amy Smilovic founded New York-based label Tibi in 1997 after three years in Asia, where she worked with local craftsmen to develop the vibrant prints that have become the label's signature. Inspired by a childhood love of illustration, Smilovic's graphic designs and brilliant use of color have won the label a strong following. We love its sequin-sprayed mini dresses and lace, bead and crystal-embellished gowns.
{Spring Collection 2011}
{Resort Collection 2011}
{Spring Collection 2011}
{Resort Collection 2011}
"And when at last you find someone to whom you feel you can pour out your soul, you stop in shock at the words you utter— they are so rusty, so ugly, so meaningless and feeble from being kept in the small cramped dark inside you so long." — Sylvia Plath
{Ralph Lauren Resort 2011}
{Still Classis}
{Carolina Herrera Resort 2011}
{Good Night my Dear}
Have you been happy today? Have you seen something beutiful today? Has also been today a day to remember? I hope so, and if it was a bad day don´t worry, tomorow at the morning everything will be ok again.
Two photos for you and let´s go to bed, it´s time to dream.
1. Bette Davis, 1932.
2. Peonies at the window.
Two photos for you and let´s go to bed, it´s time to dream.
1. Bette Davis, 1932.
2. Peonies at the window.
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hopefully - reproduced here mostly for my own reference, so I can stop loading the big'o' class schedule off the internet onto my poor compy.
MLP 311 piano (1)
MLFH 351 horn (1)
MU022B band (1)
MU051 jazz band (.25)
MU357B piano ped (2)
RL303 Prophets 11:00-12:15 TR (3)
RL390 Biblical Hebrew 7:00-8:40 Mon. (2)
SC101 Physical Science 8:00-9:50 TR, 9:00-9:50 F (4) (8 am?? yuck! whose idea was this??!)
for a grand total of 14.25 hours, my lightest semester by far. I'm not taking choral tech. Unless I speak to Dru before then and she convinces me otherwise.
Have once again managed to dick myself into having totally crap TRs, but for the fact that my busy TRs are roughly equivalent to a MWF this semester.
...Dude, I'm going to be one of those people who's like "I don't have any classes until Band!"
Providing that Kay Winegard signs my degree plan. Oh please oh please oh please.


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- Location Saint Tropez
- Summer Cruising Area West Med
- Length 16.80m
- Beam 4.80m
- Builder Alen
- Model 55'
- Engines 2 x 800 HP D13 VOLVO
- Cruising Speed 30 kts
- Accomodation
- Cabins 2
- Toys
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The Alen 55 yacht is a stunning luxury motorboat rental Saint Tropez. The combination of surreal aesthetics, an abundance of space and impressive performance makes the Alen 55 yacht truly stand out as an exemplar of contemporary yacht building.
With an LOA of 16.80m and a beam of 4.80m, deck space is extremely generous, and is complimented by the delectable seating layout. An impressive total of 12 guests can cruise on the Alen 55 yacht, enjoying the refreshing walk-around deck that adds to the feel of luxury and space of this beautiful boat. The deep bulwarks add a sense of security that so few luxury yacht tenders master. Vast sun-loungers are found forward and to the aft, finished with delectable pearl white upholstery. The hydraulic gangway found here to the aft also conveniently functions as a swimming ladder. The extendable table to the centre of the vessel comfortably seats 8 guests, and creates a great focal point for socialising on-board. The shaded helm features state-of-the art technologies, and ensures that this beautiful Alen 55 yacht is a pleasure to drive. The interior is pleasantly spacious, with 2 cabins and a charming little salon comfortably sleeping up to 4 guests. Impressive teak floors and leather wall panelling add to the tranquil ambiance of the yacht. Thanks to her remarkable deck space and ultra-modern design, the Alen 55 yacht is undoubtedly the ultimate luxury superyacht tender, or can be used to explore the French Riviera in opulent style.
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Great day with no complaints. We will be using your service again.
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Paris (AFP) – Leading opponents of Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro on Tuesday called on France and other EU nations not to recognise elections set for May, saying the vote was simply a sham aimed at consolidating his grip on power.
The country has been gripped by a political and economic crisis for months as Madura has overhauled institutions while sidelining the main opposition coalition, which has been barred from fielding candidates.
"We've come to ask the French government to increase the pressure in order to free Venezuela from the dictatorship," Antonio Ledezma, the exiled mayor of Caracas, told AFP at the start of a tour of European capitals.
"There is a crisis in Venezuela, a humanitarian catastrophe, people starving, people dying due to a lack of medicine," he said.
Ledezma and other Venezuelan lawmakers are to meet with advisers to President Emmanuel Macron, who said in January that he hoped several countries would impose international sanctions against Maduro's government.
But despite international isolation and broad unpopularity, Maduro has shown no sign of wanting to negotiate after moving forward elections to May in a bid for a second six-year term.
Opposition groups, some of which are boycotting the vote, say it will not be a fair contest.
"Fraud is so deeply rooted in all of society that unfortunately Maduro will win these elections with fraud," said Julio Borges, a delegate with the Democratic Unity Roundtable umbrella coalition.
"That's why the most important clamour the world can make is to not recognise the elections of May 20," he told AFP.
The European Union and the United States have imposed sanctions on Maduro and his officials, with Washington calling him a "dictator".
But officials have also expressed concern about penalties that could harm ordinary Venezuelans already suffering from deteriorating living standards in the oil-rich nation.


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Divorce can be a complicated and difficult process. Divorce can be particularly stressful, however, when children are involved. Children are often unable to completely understand the reasons behind divorce. In some situations, this lack of understanding can lead to self-blaming and acting out.
Parents getting a divorce find themselves going through an emotional overhaul, but must remember that their children are going through the process as well. Children are especially in need of support during this difficult time. Some children may begin to internalize the message that love does not last. Children are very perceptive and may pick up on a lot of the negative communication between parents.
Parents should do their best to keep judgment about the other parent away from their children. They should also make a commitment to listen to their children. Some parents find counseling useful when communication is strained. It is of the utmost importance for each parent to remain involved in their children's lives.
Once a divorce is finalized, a custody order is set into place. This order dictates what parent will get physical custody of the child. Physical custody relates to where the child will be spending a majority of their time. Typically, the parent who receives the most time is also awarded child support. Child support is imperative because it gives the child the same economic advantage that was available when the child's parents were together.
Without child support, many children are forced to cope with the consequences. Because of the detrimental affect this may have on children, parents are encouraged to enforce their child support order and discuss their situation with an experienced legal professional. All children have rights and parents should help their children protect those rights in the years following divorce.
Source: The Huffington Post, "Getting Divorced? What Can You Do For Your Children?," Judith Johnson, May 30, 2014


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32 Story Downtown High Rise Receives Financing/
Written by Adam Sichko
Article from Nashville Business Journal
Nashville developer Tony Giarratana says he will close this month on financing for the SoBro, a 32-story tower that will add 313 luxury apartments downtown. Giarranta told me the $90 million construction will begin "immediately after" loan documents are signed. He declined to discuss further details. Three companies are jointly driving the SoBro project: Giarratana Development;Magellan Development Group, of Chicago; and Wanxiang America Real Estate Group, an arm of the Chinese auto parts company Wanxiang Group, whose U.S. base is in Chicago. The tower will include almost 20,000 square feet of space for retail and restaurants, as well as about 500 underground parking spaces.
Giarratana has previously said the Chicago-based firm Jones Lang LaSalle, is putting together a financing package for the project. SoBro will rise on Demonbreun Street, between Second Avenue South and Third Avenue South. Giarratana is quite familiar with the property: It used to be parking lots forPremier Parking, a business he founded and co-owns today. Giarratana won't be giving up the site's parking potential. Renderings of the project show underground parking for the tower's residents, and up to 10 levels of above-ground parking for the public — roughly 500 spaces in total.