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Paintings by legendary maritime artist Frank Vining Smith – including "Quissett Boat Yard" and "Approaching Squall" – will be the focus of an event Sunday at Heritage Museums & Gardens.
Pick of the Week: Maritime paintings at Heritage Museums & Gardens
The life and work of Frank Vining Smith, whose paintings are evocative of Cape Cod's deep connection to the sea, will be celebrated at Heritage Museums & Gardens. On Sunday, visit for a gallery tour and book-signing by James Craig, author of "Frank Vining Smith: Maritime Painting in the 20th Century." Craig will show some of Smith's most famous paintings of ships and marine scenes.
Smith became a painter after his first-choice career, sailing, was out of the question because of poor vision. After spending some time as an artist for newspapers and advertising firms, Smith had his first solo exhibition in 1921. He quickly became well-known for his paintings of clipper ships and other images that represented the maritime history of the region. In the 1940s, he spent years on a series of paintings documenting the Cape, from its canal side to the dunes of Wellfleet.
Smith was acquainted with Josiah Kirby Lilly Jr., namesake of Heritage Museums & Gardens' automobile museum, and was commissioned to create several Cape paintings for him.
If you go:
What: Exhibition of Frank Vining Smith paintings and book-signing by Smith biographer James Craig
When: 2 p.m. Sunday
Where: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove St., Sandwich
Admission: Free with paid addmission
Information: 508.888.3300 or www.heritagemuseumsandgardens.org
Saturday, June 26
Call it Cape Cod Idol. The Cape Cod Baseball League is looking for young singers to perform the national anthem at Hyannis Harbor Hawks home games in July. Aspiring singers are urged to participate in an open audition at 11 a.m. at the Cape Cod Mall, 769 Iyannough Road, Hyannis. Contestants must be 14 or older. Pre-registration at the mall is encouraged since the contest is limited to the first 50 entrants. Registration forms are available at the guest services desk in the center of the mall. Participants will have the chance to showcase their pipes and sing the national anthem in front of a celebrity panel of local judges including Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce CEO Wendy Northcross, Barnstable Patriot sports reporter Kathy Szmit (an amateur singer who has performed the national anthem at Cape League games herself), and "Johnny Quahog" from the Cape Cod Quahog Day celebration. Three winners will be announced at the end of the audition. Each winner will perform at a Harbor Hawks game, July 11, 18 or 25. All contestants receive a thank you gift for participating, and the winners get a gift basket of goodies provided by Cape Cod Mall retailers and the Cape Cod Baseball League. Information: 508-771-0200, www.capecodmall.com.
So what if they don't have their driver's license yet? Bring the kids to the Barnstable Village Civic Association's annual Touch-A-Truck event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and they can still get close to some of the coolest engines around. Kids (and adults, if they're so inclined) can explore vehicles including backhoes, dump trucks, garbage trucks, a limo, cherry pickers and more. The event will also include family-friendly events such as face-painting and story time, plus a visit from a 1965 Good Humor ice cream truck. Visit the trucks behind the fire station in the Barnstable County Complex parking lot. Admission: $3 for children, free for adults. Information: 508-362-1372.
Everything old is new again at the 37th annual Brewster Historical Society's Open Air Antiques Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sixty dealers from across the Northeast will display primitives, glass, china, jewelry, furniture, quilts, hooked rugs and plenty of other goodies. Food and drink will also be available for sale. And don't let the "rain or shine" caveat dull your day: There will be great finds no matter the weather. Parking is free for the event at Drummer Boy Park, 773 Route 6A. Admission: $5 adults, free for children 12 and under.
Night of 100 Wines is just what it sounds like. The Mashpee Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the event, which includes tasting those advertised 100 wines, ice sculpting and cooking demonstrations, a silent auction and the opportunity to listen to some jazz. Stick around long enough and you'll be able to participate in the live auction for a trip to Villa Oria in Italy. To purchase a ticket, call 508-477-0792 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com. Tickets are also available at various Mashpee locations, including Sovereign Bank and Andy's Market.
Sunday, June 27
Help feed the men and women who fight for our country at "Food for the Troops," a fundraising event taking place from noon to midnight at Sandwich Taverna, 290 Route 130, Sandwich. The event features 12 local bands playing back-to-back on two stages. Performing bands include ChainDrive, Left of Jupiter, Shattered, Syndicate, Fly Down and others. Visitors to the event also can take part in an all-you-can eat buffet. Bring five nonperishable food items and receive a free event T-shirt. The event benefits and is presented by Ma Otis's Pantry, an emergency food pantry on the Massachusetts Military Reservation that offers food to members of the military community in need. Information: www.maotispantry.org.
"En plein air" painting takes on a new meaning during the eighth annual Art in the Village event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Throughout Barnstable Village, more than 50 Cape Cod Art Association members – including painters, sculptors, potters, photographers, jewelers and woodworkers – will demonstrate their work. Get a glimpse of the musical offerings of the village, too, with jazz, pop and folk artists performing throughout the event. Rounding out the event are activities for kids, including face-painting and a visit from Mimsy the Clown. Feeling lucky? Enter a drawing to win Hy-Line cruise tickets, restaurant gift certificates, artwork and more. Exhibits and events will be held on the lawn of Barnstable Superior Courthouse and on the green at the east end of the village. Information: www.capecodartassoc.org or 508-362-2909.
Monday, June 28
If classical and contemporary chamber music captivate you, you won't want to miss the 37th annual Meeting House Chamber Music Festival. The 2010 series begins with a concert at 8 p.m. Monday at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 204 Monument Road, Orleans, followed by an identical show at 8 p.m. Tuesday at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road. Highlights include performances of the famous "Trout" Quintet by Franz Schubert and music by San Francisco's Ives String Quartet with accompaniment by Cape Cod musicians Judy Yaldatel on double-bass and festival director and founder Donald Enos on piano. These shows also feature the music of Johannes Brahms and Joseph Haydn. Tickets: $20, available at the door; admission free for ages 18 and under. A five-concert package deal can be purchased for $80. The festival continues through July, with shows generally on Sunday and Monday nights. Information and a full schedule of events: www.meetinghousemusic.org, 508-896-3344.
Tuesday, June 29
Norman Mailer friend and confidante Dwayne Raymond will discuss and sign his new book, "Mornings with Mailer," at 7 p.m. at Truro Public Library, 7 Standish Way. Raymond's book is a heartfelt memoir of the time he spent with Mailer during the last four years of the iconic author's life. Information: www.trurolibrary.org or 508-487-1125.
Wednesday, June 30
The lonely but legendary life of Hannah Rebecca Burgess, the widow of sea captain William Burgess, will be discussed at 7 p.m. during a Bourne Historical Society lecture. Clemson University associate professor Megan Taylor Shockley will tell how Burgess saved her husband's ship, the Challenger, in 1856 while he lay sick with dysentery. Shockley is the author of "The Captain's Widow of Sandwich: Self-Invention and the Life of Hannah Rebecca Burgess, 1834-1917," which is based on primary sources including journals and letters. The lecture will be at the Bourne Historical Center, 30 Keene St. Refreshments will be served. Admission: $5. Information: www.bournehistoricalsoc.org or 508-759-8167.
Thursday, July 1
Would you rather quench your palate or quench your desire for the palette? Why not do both at the Cape Cod Museum of Art's "Palette to Palate" art and wine affair from 6 to 9 p.m. at the museum, 60 Hope Lane, Dennis. The event will feature Mid-Cape artists displaying wares including pottery, jewelry and paintings, plus a wine tasting and food sampling from local restaurants. Cocktail dress is suggested. All proceeds from the event will support art programs in Dennis, including the Schools to Career Art Internship Program, Art Care for Alzheimer's, and the Low-Vision Project of the Lions Club and the Dennis Arts & Culture Council. Tickets are available at the museum and the Dennis Chamber of Commerce, 238 Swan River Road, West Dennis. Admission: $20. Information: 508-398-3568 or 508-385-4477.
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- Go to CONFIGURATION > Configuration Tree > Box > Virtual Servers > your virtual server > Assigned Services > Firewall > Forwarding Settings.
- In the left navigation, select Authentication Messages.
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How to Increase Height After 18 Years – 5 Simple Things
At eighteen years an average adolescent body undergoes massive hormonal changes. Human Body is governed by hormones and hormones in turn are governed by our lifestyles. In order to gain height the main hormone in use is, the Human Growth Hormone (HGH). This triggers the growth of bones and muscles. Some believe that 18 is the last stop for the HGH. But that's not true. One can grow as long as the hormone is secreted. Thus to get the hormones to act up we must follow the basic few steps that will ensure height gain.
Here are our 5 Simple Things to Increase Height After 18 Years.
- Have a Balanced Meal.
- Exercises – Free hand stretching, Swimming, Gymnastics.
- Adequate Sleep.
- Avoid Smoking & Drinking.
- Genetic Factor.
Increase Height After 18 Years:
Here you get an detailed info on How to Increase Height After 18 Years.
Have a Balanced Meal:
If you want to look tall you, must aim towards looking lean. The first step to that is to eat right and maintain your weight.
Your meal must contain the following things to maintain weight and grow tall. These include:
• Lean protein: white poultry meat, fish, soy, and dairy products.
• Calcium: dark leafy green vegetables and dairy products (yogurt and milk).
• Vitamin D: Fish, eggs and mushrooms.
• Other nutrients: zinc, manganese and phosphorus help aid growth.
Do not skip breakfast at any cost. Also try eating smaller and frequent meals as this will increase your metabolism levels and balance your BMI. Above all drink plenty of water.
See More: How To Increase Height After 20
Given the high energy levels at teenage and till puberty one needs to do a lot of exercise. It will keep you fit and will just about yank up your height. The following exercises will help.
• Skipping and jumping
• Basketball or other team sports which involves stretching
• Swimming
• Gymnastics
• Free hand stretching
• Yoga and Pilates
All of the above work on the same Darwinian Theory which did the trick with the giraffe's neck. This means that if we stretch out regularly or do activities that help you stretch then chances are that the HGH will be channelized in the right direction. If nothing else, then it will maintain your weight and keep the body lean. A fat person always looks shorter than his height.
See More: Height And Weight Chart In Kgs
Adequate Sleep:
Sleeping is the time when the muscles rest and the body grows. The pituitary gland secretes HGH during the deep sleep phase. So get plenty of sleep and give the body a chance to grow. About 9-11 hours is just fine. But this will also not work if you skip steps 1 and 2 above, in which case the body will grow horizontally!
See More: How To Increase Height After 21 Years
Things to Avoid:
While there are three steps to grow tall there are a few caveats that need to be followed in order to avoid putting brakes on your efforts.
• Do not hunch back or slouch. Walk straight and maintain good posture. Good posture always makes you look tall
• Don't stay indoors all the time. Sunlight helps absorption of Vitamin D in our body. So go out and play.
• Avoid alcohol; there is a reason why the drinking age is higher.
• Avoid drugs and hallucinates: they confuse your hormones.
• Avoid smoking: it stops your primary growth altogether, thereby effecting height gain.
• Avoid steroids or supplements: your body is new and fit so go for natural options. Induced supplements are bound to have side effects on your body which will surface someday. Don't create complications for your body.
See More: Is It Possible To Increase Height After 25
Genetic Factor:
Genetics can play a major role in determining height. Unfortunately whether you have a tall gene depends upon your parents. Having shorter parents indicates that your height will tend to be on the shorter side. But on flip side it can also indicate the presence of a dormant tall gene also which sometimes skips a generation. Genes can be tricky that way.
Eighteen is certainly not the end of the rope. Scientific studies have proven that height can increase up to 6 inches after we hit 18. Our bodies never stop growing. All we need to do is channelize the hormones into the right direction. So don't lose hope. There is still time. Work hard.


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Dangerous hoverboards will soon be banned in Victoria and the state's convicted criminals could face orders not to hang out with each other.
Victoria is banning hoverboards from July 1 unless they meet stringent new safety standards after one caused a house fire.
The two-wheeled self-balancing scooters will be governed by the same safety regime that applies to mains-powered appliances such as refrigerators and heaters.
In other changes to begin with the new financial year, Victorian police will be able to issue bans stopping convicted criminals associating with each other or even interacting online.
The state's police are also changing their pursuit policy but they won't be telling hoons what the main changes are so they can't be second guessed.
Powers will be beefed up at the Independent Broad Based Anti-corruption Commission to strengthen its ability to detect and investigate public sector corruption and misconduct.
The Auditor-General will also get new "follow the dollar" powers to chase down how public money is being spent.
Elsewhere, the State Emergency Service will have its funding slashed after nine local councils said they would no longer match state government grants.


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Begin at the beginning
The first question to answer is: What is the mission of the bike? This determines a great deal, including layout and physical size. In this case, the bike has to be a road-practical streamliner that can be transported inside a small car without a lot of disassembly... preferably zero disassembly. The bike also has to accommodate a relatively short rider with a short legs (5'7", 30" inseam). Rough roads are not a concern... this is for pavement only.
Here's where the cascade starts.
So, the overall size requirements and the idea of putting the bike in a fairing drove a bunch of other design features all by themselves. As it turned out, the riding position came out almost exactly like Tetz's FWD bike... not because I was trying to intentionally copy it, but because that's the position needed to make the bike work.
Choosing a drivetrain
Originally, I wanted to do a ZOX-style FWD, 20/20, to shorten the chain and eliminate chain interference. But Tetz talked me out of it: As it turns out, putting a derailleur down between your feet makes creating a good shape for the fairing rather difficult. Plus, getting good gearing is tough with a 20" wheel. A 20/26 woudl fit inside the car, and be much easier to gear. I ruled out a high-cluster FWD like Tetz's little yellow bike, deeming it beyond my fabrication ability.
So, I settled on a 20/26 SWB, RWD, ASS bike with a fairly upright seat angle. There will be chain interference, but there are lots of bikes that seem to handle this layout pretty successfully.
After running the numbers, I decided to eliminate the front derailleur in favor of a Schlumpf Type I Mountain Drive. This is an internally geared crankset that, when the gears are engaged, provides a 2.5:1 reduction drive. When disengaged, it acts just like an ordinary crank. It provides some advantages: extremely wide gearing range (I'll be running about 16 to about 120 gear inches! This is with a 26" rear and 11-34 Megarange cassette), and the elimination of front derailleur, shifter, cable, braze-ons, derailleur post, etc. The trade-off is some loss of efficiency when engaged.
Layout difficulties
After taking some initial measurements, the layout choice was not looking too good. A problem with low SWB bikes is that the rider's legs have to be long enough to span the frame tube, plus the wheel, plus the crankset. With only 30:" of inseam to play with and a 20" wheel, one can see the problem immediately.
There are a couple of ways to address this. One is to use shorter cranks (I'm using 150 mm cranks), but this was not enough. The obvious answer is to raise both seat and crank, thereby reducing the amount of wheel that must be fit between the rider's legs. But the shell requirement starts to get in the way very quickly. So there's a tight race between keeping everything low enough to work and making everything fit.
It started to look as if I'd have to resort to using a 16" (349) front wheel. I didn't want to do this, because there are limited tire choices in that size. But it was, and still is, an option if I can't get the 20" wheel to work out.
One method that Tetz uses is to start with a human model and design the bike around it. After measuring my own body, making an articulated 2D "mini-me" model based on it and doing drawings with it, it started to look as if the 20" wheel would work after all. But just barely... with the main tube tight against my crotch and the smallest cranks I could find (150mm), there still wasn't any room for error.
By the end of February 2001, after seeking opinions online and thinking long and hard about it, I elected to go with a 349 wheel. Though there are limited tire choices, the smaller wheel gives me a lot of room to play around with. I did consider Action-Tec suspension, but I've decided to keep things simple at the outset and just use a plain fork. I picked up a used 16" fork from a P38 for this purpose.
Subsequent drawings showed that this approach will work very well, resulting in a bike that fits into the shell and has plenty of room for adjustment.
The rear end
The next challenge was to come up with a rear-end layout. Lacking metalworking skills and equipment, I felt the simplest way to go would be to use off-the-shelf rear dropouts. However, this caused its own problems.
First, I did not know if such a dropout would be strong enough to support the bike if installed into a cantilevered stay. Second, I needed to figure out a way to attach the dropout to the carbon stays in a neat, finished manner.
I went through several alternative ideas before settling on the following:
- A Henry James stainless steel MTB dropout, which comes with plugs that just happen to be exactly the right size to fit into some stock carbon tubing from Quality Composites. It's also designed to be bent a bit, allowing me to tweak the dimensions.
- A more or less conventional rear triangle (dictated by the use of a conventioal dropout), but using the seat itself as the front leg of the triangle.
- Foam core, tapered and curved chainstays. This will rotate the dropout forward a bit to keep its relationship to the cogset correct. The main tube centerline is six inches off the ground, so the stays need to come up from it another seven inches or so to meet the wheel hub. A short piece of stock tubing will be used at the chainstay end to mate with the dropout.
- Seat stays made of stock carbon tubing.
Rear brake mounting
One of the thornier problems was figuring out a way to mount V-brake studs to the chainstays. The loads on the brake studs are so high that relying on a glue bond between the studs and the carbon stays is unwise. The studs are a complicated enough shape, with enough sharp angles, that wrapping them in carbon for reinforcement would be impractical, messy, and of dubious effectiveness.
I decided to use studs from a donor MTB fork, leaving part of the fork blades in place to act as mounting plates. These will be bonded to the stays, and further wrapped in carbon.
The boom
I have a used Greenspeed boom with a chamfered BB shell (needed to mount the Schlumpf unit), but there's a problem. This tube is significantly smaller than the carbon main frame tube, so I have to figure out a way to adapt it. I also need to offset the BB to the right as much as possible to maximize chain clearance at the fork. There are a few possibilities here:
- I can create shims inside the big tube to make its inside diameter smaller. I'm thinking of longitudinal ribs made of carbon. This might cause problems with getting enough clamping pressure to hold the boom in place.
- I could use carbon and foam to create a cone-shaped adapter that will plug into the main tube. The Greenspeed boom (which I would cut to a length of 3 inches or so) would be permanently bonded to this assembly.
-Since the bike is going to be built for me only, I don't really need an adjustable boom for fit purposes. It's a lot easier to make the seat adjustable instead... so maybe I'll just do the cone-shaped adapter noted above and simply bond it in place. Much more solid that way.... The problem is that adjustability is a good thing, to leave room for design and fabrication errors.
The list of componentry to date, either in hand or ordered:
-2" ID carbon tube from Quality Composites, Sandy, Utah (VERY rare and hard to find)
- Challenge hardshell seat, bought used... heavy at 4 lbs, will probably use it as a mold to make a carbon seat.
-26" rear wheel, left over from Wishbone upgrade
- Used Lightning front fork for 16" (349) wheel
-Shimano XT Megarange rear derailleur w/11-34 9 sp. cassette
-Sachs chain
-Schlumpf Type I Mountain Drive w/150mm arms
-Used Greenspeed boom w/chamfered BB shell to accommodate the MD.


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A Trek starting and finishing from the beautiful medieval village of Cassius, magnificent example of "Hamlet-Road" born and developed along the via Francigena.
A trekking starting and finishing from the beautiful medieval village of Cassius, magnificent example of "Hamlet-Road" born and developed along the via Francigena. L ' left hydrographic side develops hike beautiful Val Baganza through an interesting circular route around Mount Cassius and touch panning and sweet top. L ' route runs along stretches of the via Francigena of "Monte Bardone", traveled a long pilgrims romei; Another reason to be ' excursion are the spectacular and hidden Devil jumps including spires "Devil's claw marks" on ' impressive "Catibag of Saint Benedict", (near which was located a xenodochium for pilgrims, dedicated to Sant Ilario).
TECHNICAL NOTES: A total of ' is planned an excursion of about 4/5 hours, including stops with a drop of about 400 meters. L ' very spectacular route is however not difficult, suitable also for families and kids, only used a little by walking. And' must be equipped with a simple mountain clothing, you need hiking boots;(recommended windbreaker, Backpack, canteen, binoculars, car photos). Bring a backpack buonamerenda lunches for the South.
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Well what another busy week, apologies for patients on my Thursday list as had to shoot up to the NEC to spend time with Professor Christoph Schmitz, clearly the most influential academic in Shockwave - MD Full Professor and Head, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Research Unit, Department of Neuroanatomy Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich, Germany.
Christoph's talk was 'Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy on the musculoskeletal system in sports medicine and evidence based medicine'. This was well received and I personally got to spend time with Christoph and managed to bend his ear on a few of his studies.
I have to say its one of the first exhibitions that I have been where other manufacturers of Shockwave machines were present and most certainly raised my eyebrows to some unusual experiences. One practitioner mistakenly believed that he could deliver shockwaves through clothing, whereas in fact castor oil is the necessary medium to allow the transmission of energy into the soft tissues. If the 'learned' practitioners are advocating this as standard practice then it's a worry because the general public will believe the same.
A further worry is that physiotherapists and sports physicians, the people buying these machines are being hoodwinked by price .
There are other cheaper machines with very little evidence to support what they do but they don't produce consistent energy into the soft tissues.
For what we all charge professionally, we should all be using machines that have evidence to support their product and studies in abundance. The Swiss DolorClast has unrivalled evidence from around the world and one only needs to look at Pedro.org to confirm this.
For those who are following me on LinkedIn, there have been two interesting posts this week; one on subacromial impigement and another on Osteo Arthritis of the knee. Watch this space for more info and hopefully Christoph will shoot me details on his treatment for a 3D hamstring injury for a star he has worked in one of the main international football leagues. The results were amazing and he returned to competitive sport 31 days later. That's all I can say at this stage!


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An annual survey of 1,000 car owners conducted by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed that consumers have an increasingly favourable perception of the vehicle service and repair sector when compared to the same period last year*. The study showed that 51% of respondents enjoyed a positive experience, versus 44% in 2017, whilst 39% of individuals expressed a neutral view in 2018 compared to 45% 12 months earlier.
The results of the yearly research saw 57% of male drivers being complementary about the sector, in contrast to 46% of their female counterparts. In addition, those aged between 18 to 35, and individuals living in the South, hold this area of the motor industry in the highest regard (65% and 51% of participants respectively).
Drivers were also asked if they had a complaint with their garage (including those related to vehicle maintenance), and if so, was it resolved. Encouragingly, out of the 49% of respondents who had an issue, 91% stated they had successfully concluded it directly with a garage or vehicle manufacturer (up from 87% in 2017 and 83% in 2016). Since January this year, the major source of consumer contacts to The Motor Ombudsman's impartial alternative dispute resolution (ADR) service, concerning its Service and Repair Code of Practice, has been in regard to the level of workmanship, staff attitude, the booking in process, and potentially misleading advertising.
Reflecting on the findings, Bill Fennell, Chief Ombudsman and Managing Director of The Motor Ombudsman, said: "The research which we commission each year provides an important barometer of sentiment amongst motorists in a sector that lies at the heart of vehicle ownership. The results of our latest study paint an encouraging picture of the service and repair arena. Plus, with a greater volume of businesses becoming accredited to our Code of Practice, which commits garages to go above and beyond their legal requirements, the results are clearly paying off. There is of course still work to be done to improve the perception even further."


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So over "winter break" as I still like to call the holidays, down time leaves one with time to peruse some of the more recently added television programming. Especially that programming that launches while other main series are on hiatus.
Let me be clear. This programming – though it may be called "filler" – is the BOMB. It's usually some of the most RANDOM show ideas a human being could ever ask for. AND I LOVE IT.
Case in Point: TLC's new series "My Freaky Addiction." Shows people addicted to weird things, like sleeping with one's blowdryer, eating household cleaner, eating toilet paper (there seems to be a pattern here…) Well, la di da, I find this FASCINATING. I also am freakishly excited for Animal Planet's "Confessions of an Animal Hoarder" and – well – I've always been addicted to watching A&E's "Intervention." (So is Fred Armisen, apparently. Check out his "Intervention" Intervention for some Funny or Die brilliance.) Yes, yes – blame it on the psych major in me – but I adore watching other people's weird mental issues brutally hashed out on reality TV programming. Not broadcasting your issues to the world is apparently so five minutes ago. It's therapeutic, really.
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Due Process review
A Big Time Winner!
Scott Pratt has done it again with another great Joe Dillard book. Joe is a very likable character… he is a loyal family man, he is very dedicated to the law and everything it stands for. When it comes to protecting the innocent, especially a family member, Joe doesn't mince words or actions. His dedication to his clients is admirable, as he defends a young collage student who is accused of rape. No spoilers here, just a good read.
Once again, Scott Prat uses his gift to bring us characters that we can easily fall in love with. Joe Dillard and his family grab your interest early in this novel, and keep until the last page is turned. We give this book our highest rating: 10 out of 10 stars.


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What is the Strong Interest Inventory?
The Strong Interest Inventory assessment provides a powerful method for matching the interests of an individual with opportunities for jobs, education, and leisure activities. The 2004 Strong assessment, which is the latest version, is the result of nearly a century of comparing the interests of people with those of workers in various occupations. The assessment measures the degree of similarity between a clients' interests and those of satisfied workers, under the premise that people are happiest in environments that meet their interests and allow them to express their values and attitudes. Factors such as job performance, satisfaction, and retention are determined by the interaction between the person's personality and the characteristics of the environment.
The assessment uses John Holland's theory of personality types, which categorized people and work environmnts into six types, represented by the RIASEC hexagon: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising and Conventional.
When the results of the Myers Briggs and the Strong Interest Inventory are combined, there is a tremendour amount of informaton that is provided, which can be used as the spring board for helping clients in making choices ranging from majors in college to pursuing the right career path for them.


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There are numerous properties in North Cyprus available right now. The properties in North Cyprus are cheaper than the properties in South Malta. Therefore, you will for you to take a look at the wonderful homes and land available in North Malta. Assumptions. This all about helping investors grasp the risk on your project. For example, if you said Singapore Condominium entire project's success was founded on the truth that the rate for the Euro could fail to fluctuate the actual planet next a few months they will know the likelihood of the project was quite high! Tulips were introduced within Netherlands in 1593. In 1636, trading in tulips rapidly increased, and more and more people started betting. Bulbs of one or two guilders could be worth numerous a several months later. Fortunes were being made, individuals from all walks of life is not nothing of tulips became swept up in the gamble.
"Tulipomania" was entirely bloom. In 1637, prices spiraled to a ridiculous level. The market finally collapsed in 1637, leaving busting bankrupt. We are eagerly looking forward to Institute of Estate agents (IEA) to regulate the industry and set some ground rules and a legitimate property agency environment. It's a Walking Distance to Street. Paul University in New Manila, Quezon City. Our Cathedral Heights Townhouse is Fully Developed now, and this is just at the bed of Singapore Property E. Luke's Hospital and Street. Luke's school of Medicine in New Manila, Quezon City. After you Invest on Cathedral Heights, It can generate income Immediately when you've got to let to Doctors and to Medical Young people. You have no need for a lot to get started in the field of investing. You can get plenty of mutual funds for $1,000. A total of $3,000 can work as down payment on a duplex. Calm live in half, rent the other half, and also a Singapore Real Estate career. Try never to be too aggressive while you negotiate purchasing a possession. Many buyers try to offer a real low offer; however, most times this approach will not get the property that you desire. Feel sure in connection with deal that you're making but always defer to your Realtor, as they can provide some very sensible information. When people go into buying a home, they are usually amazed at how difficult the process is. Draw from this advice when you have to purchase property.


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Just Eat claims that some of its restaurants are already saving more than 60% of the commission they pay it just through the dedicated membership services it provides – with one operator benefitting to the tune of £10,000.
The company, which works with 28,000 restaurants, has recently increased the services and products it provides to partners, including discounts and cheaper rates on items such as energy and card transaction.
It offers a cash rebate system for restaurants ordering through food wholesaler Booker, agreements with FMCG companies, a partnership with Global Payments for card transactions and free utility saving advice from self-styled saving experts MakeIt Cheaper.com.
"Restaurants love it, and we love it because it's helping our restaurants, there's nothing in it for us," says Robin Clark, business partnerships director at Just Eat. "This is not about a revenue stream for Just Eat. We have a very simple revenue model, 14% on every order, but we're helping our restaurants to save. If you think about the top three deals — food, card payments and energy — we know that from the data we have got already restaurants will save over 60% of the commission that they pay to Just Eat."
Mr Clark cites The Fat Pizza in Essex, which is one of Just Eat's top 500 partners, as a shining example of how much money restaurants can save engaging with the platform's 'Restaurant Services' division.
It is one of the operators to embraces all of the services available to it, including using its data to locate future sites and drive growth, and utilising its food, insurance, payments and utilities deals to achieve cost savings.
This, claims the firm, has already led to savings in excess of £10,000 a year — more than a quarter of the restaurant's Just Eat commission.
Just Eat insists hundreds more restaurants stand to save more than their total commission by making use of the services it has arranged.
Last year we revealed how Just Eat is also exploring ways to offer restaurants better rates on catering equipment.
Mr Clark revealed that Just Eat had already begun conversations with different catering equipment manufacturers, although he did not specify who was talking to or how many suppliers he would be looking to limit any agreements to.
"I think the focus for us is to drive the top three services at the moment — card transactions, utilities and food — but over the course of 2018 we will also be exploring how we do something in this space. The average restaurant probably spends about £40,000 to £50,000 to set up the equipment in their kitchen. And if you think about the replacement cycle, perhaps once every nine or 10 years, then if you do the maths — and people have told tell me this might be right or wrong — but maybe it's about a £300m market with our restaurants."


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Fur Vest // Zara ( Pull this one off or this one) -- Denim Woven // ASOS (Similar) -- Denim Jeans // H&M -- Boots // Aldo (Similar here and here)
We finally got a big snow storm here in NYC, and for a full 24 hrs, I was stuck indoors. I have a love-hate relationship with snow; it's pretty while it's falling and allows me to stay home, but after the first day and first snow storm, I'm over it and ready to get outside. Before things got too crazy outside, I headed out to shoot this look and play with my camera. This fur vest is an old friend; I've had it in the back of my closet for years—I think I've only worn it once or twice. It's A LOT, so I kept the rest of the look very clean and basic pairing denim-on-denim—a classic go-to. I spent the rest of the day catching up on work and getting my reel and comp cards completed; [definitely] working to land an agency/manager in the next two months... hosting jobs here I come!
BTW, I'm revamping my bi-weekly newsletters to include content that's more intentional and will be relabeled to The Style Insider. Here I'll be sharing more personal stories from my life and business, exclusive content video content and style guides, (that will not be featured here on the site), and a few VLOGS. So, if you aren't signed up for the newsletter, sign up here so you don't miss out!


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Ariana Grande just dropped her new single "No Tears Left to Cry," and it's her first music release since her concert in Manchester was bombed last year, leaving 22 dead and over 500 others injured.
She also released the music video for the song today, and you can watch the full thing here:
The lyrics to the chorus seem really emotional, as the song's title suggests. She sings, "Right now I'm in a state of mind/ I wanna be in like all the time/ Ain't got no tears left to cry/ So I'm pickin' it up, I'm pickin' up (oh yeah)/ I'm lovin', I'm livin', I'm pickin' it up/ Oh I just want you to come with me/ We're on another mentality/ Ain't got no tears left to cry (so don't cry)/ So I'm pickin' it up, I'm pickin' up (oh yeah)/ I'm lovin', I'm livin', I'm pickin' it up," but the actual tune of the song sounds optimistic.
After the bombing, Grande suspended her "Dangerous Woman" tour temporarily. She Instagrammed this picture after the attack, writing that, "Our response to this violence must be to come closer together, to help each other, to love more, to sing louder and to live more kindly and generously than we did before."
She returned to the U.K. weeks after the attack to perform in the celebrity-filled One Love Manchester charity concert, while she was there, her and her manager went to visit victims of the attack in the hospital.
Since then, Grande has kept a relatively low profile. She tweeted this single tear earlier this week in anticipation of her new song.
This article originally appeared on Cosmopolitan.com. Minor edits have been made by the Cosmo.ph editors.


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Chicken is used rather a lot when getting ready Nigerian recipes, especially the Rice recipes and stew recipes. However…pound them to an equal thickness (see how to do that, and more about grilling hen breasts here -to-grill-rooster-breasts-that-are-sooo-juicy/ ). Brush with cooking oil and season with salt and pepper. My very choosy family cherished my chicken tonight because of this delicious marinade. Hello Sonia, I might sear the hen in an oven-proof sauté pan over excessive heat (a min or two per facet until browned) then finish the rooster in a 350 degree oven for 5-10 minutes, or till performed. Enjoy your chicken sliced atop a big ol' salad and remember to select up some Litehouse Homestyle Ranch and Chunky Bleu Cheese dressings in the refrigerated section of your local grocery store! A boneless hen breast will take about 20 minutes – three to 4 minutes per side over direct warmth after which about 10 to fifteen minutes over oblique heat with the grill covered.
It is because salt closes the pores of the hen (and infact something you are cooking), this prevents the natural flavour of the chicken from coming out into the encompassing water and prevents the seasoning from getting into the chicken to improve the taste.
I guess in the event you followed this method over here -hen-wings-crispy/ for baking crispy chicken wings, however use drumsticks or thighs, you can go along with the pores and skin on. You may need to cook dinner the rooster at the excessive temperature specified in the wings recipe.
Take away rooster from marinade and grill for 5 to 6 minutes per aspect, till cooked by and juices run clear. This is the first time I've left a comment on a recipe web site as a result of the hen is that good. The recipe may additionally be made with rooster thighs or drumsticks, or use cut up hen breasts. I made your Caesar dressing earlier to use tomorrow and I don't know if the flavor's will complement one another. Irrespective of how you're taking your grilled chicken, from BBQ and Thai to lemon and rosemary, we have got a recipe for you. By no means add salt to uncooked chicken, see notes below for extra data on what including salt too early does to your chicken or beef. I left the chicken with the stated stuff for nearly four hrs then sauté it on the pan. Pat the rooster dry with a paper towel; season generously with salt and pepper.
Did the pre baking 2 days earlier than and didn't have to worry about raw hen on the hearth. I've by no means succeeded in grilling chicken breast and never having it come out dry. The combination of the AMAZING grilled chicken, chopped bacon, contemporary veggies and the delicious Litehouse Buttermilk Ranch is one among our favorite summer time salads I can't WAIT for y'all to try this chicken marinade. Might be my go to recipie for grilled chicken breasts for no matter I am cooking. It is also important for our spice-rubbed chicken basted with Chinese duck sauce.


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Irish Soda Bread Scones - when you want just a taste.
I am currently in Assisi and Rome on a Franciscan Pilgrimage. I will have classes again beginning in October.
All my organic, all natural pickles, preserves and ferments are now stocked at the Farm Store. Take a drive in the coutnry to visit simpler times. Wednesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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The Pure Barre Pure Madness March 20 in 31 Challenge. Done.
April 1st. I thought I'd sleep in. Tucked cozy and tight in my big, fluffy bed waiting until my 8 mos old alarm sounded urging me awake. Instead, my Fitbit reminded me of my self-inflicted 4am wake up call so I can fit a bit of "me time" in my jam-packed days. Thinking of turning the pesky vibrating alarm off and rolling over to fall back into some much needed sleep, a little voice inside nudged me to get up, feed baby girl, put on my space dyes and sticky socks and make my way to the studio for 55 minutes of the day that is mine and mine alone. Pure Madness might have ended but for my newfound motivation, it was only the beginning.
Since the challenge began, I was begging for it to be over! Now that it's over and done with, I can't wait to put on my stickies and get tucking. What happened here?!
- Feeling more at home in my body happened here. Wow, 4 lb's lost and tightening and toning all over. Hello summer body peeking through. Let's uncover the rest of you!
- Feeling sustained energy happened here. Feeling lighter and more energetic is an awesome by-product of my month-long dedication to Pure Barre. Love having the energy to not only fit in my PB class, but also to play soccer in the backyard with my little guy and get my 15,000 or so steps on the daily walking with my sweet baby girl. Whoop whoop!
- Feeling proud happened here. I made it happen. Even when it seemed entirely impossible to make it to class. I did it. And I worked harder every single class. What's that? You're saying your heels can't get higher, seat can't sink lower? Yes, yes it can. As my dad always said, "Can't never could, try did." Bam.
- Feeling like a part of something bigger happened here. Oh my sweet PBFF's :) You constantly inspire me with your relentless determination and can do attitudes. You motivate me to make goals and keep tucking on. I feel so blessed to be surrounded by so many incredible women that make Pure Barre so much more than a place to exercise. You make it home. Not to mention how our PBLKN home came in 1st place across the nation for having the most number of challengers crush the Pure Madness Challenge... 129! So proud!
During the month of March, between taking and teaching, I was at the studio everyday but one maybe?! We had soccer, sickness, ER scares and I nearly suffered anaphylactic shock from a bee pollen incident {more on that later😮}, but I got up, dressed up, showed up and never gave up. I even got the hubs in trouble for being late to work because clearly, I couldn't miss my class... umm... hello, it's Pure Madness, all 31 days of it... you have broadcasts like every day {but really, sorry hun :-/ Whoopsie!}. Just when I thought I couldn't love Pure Barre anymore, March happened. And I survived. Way to rock it PBLKN!


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I've been thinking about the purpose of this blog, and how
besides helping me to develop as a writer, I'd like it to be of some value to
the audience I naturally tend to write for. Namely, people captivated by the sublime
beauty of nature, and especially artists concerned with improving their ability
to express personal vision through nature photography. Hopefully at times I'll
have something relevant to say for beginners as well as those more seasoned,
while at the same time keeping it interesting for nature lovers and those
interested in creativity and the philosophy of art. I know that's a pretty tall
order, even for a good writer, but I also know that you learn by doing. So,
here's to more doing.
Following are three tips to help jumpstart your creativity, and hopefully inspire you to get out in the field to create more compelling landscape photographs. The images are three of my top 30 images from 2012 that didn't make the top 12 cut.
1. Put the Sun in the Frame
The sun can create a focal point, a resting place for the
eye in a complex forest scene, shot with a wide angle lens. Or, it can be a
primary subject, as in the photo above. I used a 300mm telephoto lens to make
the sun look huge in the frame. Whether working with a wide angle lens or
telephoto, putting the sun in the frame will draw the eye, therefore placement
is important.
Lens flare is usually my chief concern when photographing the sun. For this image, photographed without any filters, partially blocking the sun with the mountainside was the only way to transmit an image without any objectionable flare. I was able to shift my position back and forth to fine tune exactly what portion of the sun was blocked by the mountainside. This image contains nothing but pleasing flare, accentuated by a slightly smoky sky from late summer forest fires. Not so great for breathing, sometimes smoke can work to your advantage photographically. With careful placement and attention to detail, including the sun in the frame will make an impact.
2. Photograph Silhouettes
Silhouettes are quite simply the outline of an object filled
in with black. Although, or maybe because of their inherent simplicity, silhouettes
can make a powerful photographic statements. Working with silhouettes always forces
a close examination of the separation between shapes in the frame.
Trees against a twilight sky have long been a favorite silhouette subject of mine. But it's not necessary to wait until twilight to photograph silhouettes. Image number 1 could also fall into the category of silhouettes, and it was photographed hours after the official sunrise.
No matter what time of day, if the sun is out, or the sky is bright, you have the chance to photograph silhouettes. The chance to let the contrast between light and dark define the relationship between elements in the frame, the chance to look closely and apply the fundamental elements of design. Line and shape for instance.
3. Photograph in Bad Weather
Don't be afraid to get your camera wet. While it is challenging to keep raindrops and blowing snow off the front of the lens, it's usually worth trying. A lens shade and a chamois cloth go a long way toward maintaining sanity. I'll also drape a t shirt or a jacket over the camera/lens in an effort to keep them somewhat dry, being careful to keep it out of the frame.
When you're out in the thick of it is often when you can create those best of the year images. It's a little more work to photograph in the rain and snow to be sure. Generally the best opportunity for photography is right at the edge of the storm, either right as the storm is rolling in or as it's breaking up. It is undeniably more difficult to head up the trail in the middle of a storm than to be out in a great location and have the storm come to you, but both approaches can lead to dynamic landscape imagery. The important thing is not to leave your camera in the bag.


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BUILDERS OWN QUALITY DUAL LIVING WATERFRONT WITH VIEWS TO SURFERSThis spacious two-storey waterfront property is perfect for entertaining family and friends as it also offers dual living with a separate private entrance.
The light filled formal living area is very spacious and leads into the dining and family rooms. The kitchen boasts American Oak cabinetry and lots of bench space for the chef in the family with a pantry, dishwasher, wall oven and cooktop, the kitchen has everything you will need. These rooms flow onto the beautiful pool area and your views of the water so you will always feel the peace and serenity that this property offers. A study, powder room, bathroom and laundry complete this floor.
Upstairs three out of five bedrooms have balconies with views of the water and Surfers Paradise, while the other two enjoy a park view. The master bedroom has room to move and there is also a spa bath in your ensuite and of course you will love your walk in wardrobe. All the remaining bedrooms have built in large double/triple wardrobes and there is a family bathroom with separate toilet.
The brand new 'Granny Flat' has been lovingly built by the current owner and everything has been carefully planned to ensure a well-designed open dining/living area with balconies off two sides as well as a bathroom, great double bedroom with walk in wardrobe and there is access to the backyard and outside of the home.
Outside you will love the entertaining area where you will spend hours in the pool or relaxing under the cabana whilst enjoying the amazing views of the wetlands at your back door and Surfers Paradise behind. There is also a secure remote double garage, dual access driveway, and the property is fully fenced with intercom system.
General Features:
Property Type: House
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Kitchens: 2
Land Size: 887m squared (approx)
Building Area: 464m squared (approx)
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Two large separate living areas
Master bedroom with a spacious spa ensuite and walk in wardrobe
Master bedroom in granny flat also has walk in robe
3 bedrooms with built in big double/triple robes
Separate private 'Granny Flat' upstairs
Air conditioning in the formal living area and fans throughout
2.7 and 2.6 high ceilings
Wall Oven, Cooktop and range hood in both kitchens
Smoke alarms
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Upstairs balcony offers the views of water and Surfers Paradise
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In ground swimming pool overlooking the water's edge
Secure remote double garage, dual access driveway
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3 Jobs that Involve Working with Children
If you have a passion for children, then you should definitely consider a career that involves working with the younger generation. Fortunately, there are several occupations that allow you to work with children, including nursing, teaching and more. For now, let's take a look at three jobs that you should consider if you are wanting to help society by working with children.
To become a teacher, you will need to go to a post-secondary school and earn a formal degree in teaching. The type of teacher that you are wanting to become will determine the exact type of courses that you need to take. For example, if you are wanting to teach art to young children, then your courses will, of course, be much different than the classes you will need to take if you are wanting to teach History at a local Junior High.
If you want to operate a daycare center, you don't have to have an actual degree from a college, but you will need to follow certain regulations. You can easily identify these regulations by contacting other local daycare centers and asking them where they got their permits and certifications to operate their facilities.
To become a nurse, you will need to go to college and earn a nursing degree. This can take anywhere from two to six-plus years depending on the type of nurse you want to become. You will also need to partake in ongoing educational courses because the medical field is one that is always advancing and you will need to expand your knowledge as medical technologies and practices become more advanced.
Working with children can be a very rewarding career. And while some careers that involve working with children do not require certain types of credentials, most do require certain certifications. You need to identify the career you want so you can make sure you meet the appropriate requirements. home maintenance, provide child care, or personal assistance.


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Welcome to the debate!
Here is a new blog dedicated to the intriguing world of how people use toilet paper when wiping their bottom. We seem to be divided into two very opposing methods, Folders and Scrunchers.
This blog hopes to explain the differences and arguments as well as allowing people to put forward their own views about which is best.
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Generally, if you're certifying a dog through the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) they won't do a 'final' until the dog is 2 years of age. Prior to 2, they'll give you a preliminary evaluation, but it isn't "official" until done again after age 2.
However, you can get your dog evaluated even if it's not a purebred. All it takes is an xray and an experienced orthopedic vet...I'm not sure, but I suspect that OFA will evaluate an xray for you for the same price as they'd evaluate one for certification. It's pretty reasonable (last time we did it I think it was US$35 for a hip evaluation...above and beyond what your regular vet charges to take the xrays, of course) if you want to go that route.
If you don't want to use OFA, any experienced orthopedic vet would be able to help you out.
The extra stretching almost sounds like she's working a kink out of a muscle--so maybe she just has a soft-tissue injury
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Media Agencies Can and Will Continue to Evolve
Times are changing for media agencies. With an unprecedented volume of data available, an increasing number of paths to the consumer, and a growing number of technology companies jockeying to be their chosen partner — or, in some instances, their clients' chosen partner — the advertising ecosystem has never been so complex. Programmatic technologies are making media buying, or the process of executing a media booking, a relatively straightforward administrative task, while planning and campaign optimisation are becoming increasingly nuanced. Agencies have had to evolve, and the more innovative ones have already found new ways to add value to their offering.
Navigating an Increasingly Complex Landscape
One of the ways in which agencies add value is by helping clients make sense of the media ecosystem, which now comes bundled with data management, an ever-growing list of industry jargon, and a gaggle of technology providers all promising the earth. Agencies have grown up around these system — and kicked the tyres of most of them — and are often in a better position to help advertisers work out what will and won't deliver for their brand.
But the agency relationship with the ad technology world doesn't have to be an adversarial one either. Once you have trusted partners in place, collaboration is key to getting the best out of that relationship. By mixing and matching best in class technologies, agencies can then deliver truly integrated marketing and advertising.
Running integrated campaigns also allows agencies to apply learnings from the digital world elsewhere. For example, many agencies are combining the granularity of digital media with the branding power of TV i.e. by using data and insights to deliver campaigns that focus more on the 'who' and 'why' than the 'where' and 'how'. Many agencies are also overlaying traditional media methods with elements more typical of a digital media campaign such as testing and optimisation. We're starting to see a shift where campaigns are created in real time to deliver the best performance for their clients, measuring interaction of advertising across media channels – but using traditional TV-style metrics rather than impressions and click through rates – and adjusting campaigns accordingly.
Data is another area where agencies can add value, whether it's in a analytical, a management or a consultative capacity. While many clients do collect data, the reality is that many don't have the capacity to do anything meaningful with it. A number of agencies have stepped in to fill this breach by offering effective data analysis to provide insights that drive business decisions and marketing strategy.
Time for a Rebrand
It seems like now would be a good time for the term 'media agency' to be binned. It's no longer fit for purpose as the role of these organisations has already moved on from the days of buying TV and print media; they now orchestrate campaigns and allocate resources across traditional media, display, social, and mobile channels, all of which are tightly interrelated. With this in mind the term 'media agency' no longer captures the full diversity of their offering, and other terms such as 'Marketing Investment Managers (MIMs)' are quite rightly being explored.
However, for media agencies to continue to evolve and expand, they're going to have to attract proficient new talent experienced in delivering cross-channel, consumer-centric campaigns. Agencies now find that they need mobile experts, social media leads, video specialists, data analysts, and software developers alongside the more traditional copywriters and media buyers. This is already having an impact on agencies, but many will need to go even further if they're to keep pace with industry change. For example, distinct departments such as digital teams and social teams should not operate in silos and agencies should be making full use of centralised marketing teams that can support a holistic strategy.
Media agencies can and will evolve to play an important role for the advertiser of the future, as long as they continue to reinvent the way in which they work. In an increasingly complex digital world, using data to become consumer focused, restructuring to reflect today's ecosystem, and collaborating with other providers will enable agencies to deliver integrated, first-rate solutions that will add value to their clients' businesses and drive sales. The media agency has evolved – but it's not done evolving yet.


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Episode 52: It's Time to Get Free, Sis!
It's an N-squared episode fresh and ready for ya! This week we're All A Twitter about — #spoileralert! — that tall, cool, drink of Big Gulp, Lawrence (Jay Ellis), walking back into our lives on HBO's Insecure. This means we got a brief visit from our fave sidekick, Chad (Neil Brown. Jr.), too. Yesss! That's all we wanted. We're also buzzing about Lena Waithe's powerful acceptance speech for the Shot Caller Award she won at the recent Black Girls Rock ceremony. She encouraged us all to "get free" of the limited thinking, restricted narratives, stereotypes, and unnecessary fear about what other people think of you, and instead live out loud as your authentic self. This led us into our larger conversation about tennis great Serena Williams and the tired-ass "angry, Black woman" trope too many of us have to deal with every damn day. And we close out the show with an Air Horn Salute for 20-year-old, Women's U.S. Open champion Naomi Osaka. Get in to this!


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Mauricio Pellegrino expects wantaway defender Virgil van Dijk will remain a Southampton player beyond the close of the transfer window.
Netherlands international Van Dijk agitated for a move away throughout the off-season, attempting to force the issue by submitting a transfer request earlier this month.
Saints chairman Ralph Krueger subsequently insisted the defender was not for sale and Pellegrino echoed that stance following Saturday's 0-0 draw at Huddersfield Town.
Van Dijk was again absent from the matchday squad, while compatriot Wesley Hoedt, a £15million signing from Lazio, remained on the bench.
"I think on September 1st, Virgil will be here," Pellegrino told reporters at the John Smith's Stadium.
Get the thoughts of the boss after #SaintsFC's 0-0 draw away to #HTAFC today: pic.twitter.com/UmHLLiojXG
— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) August 26, 2017
Southampton came under heavy examination in the first half of their draw with Huddersfield, eventually steadying after the restart to secure a third straight Premier League match without defeat.
Nathan Redmond and Ryan Bertrand both went close to snatching a late victory, while substitute James Ward-Prowse was denied a penalty in the 82nd minute.
"We watched the decision three, four, five times and it was difficult for us [to tell whether it was a penalty]," Pellegrino told Sky Sports.
"We have to respect the decision of the referee.
"We were really close to winning the game, but that's football. It's about efficiency – we had to score."
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So, the year's coming to an end and it's time for my final blog post of 2016. I thought the best thing would be for me to do a recap and short summary of how things have gone. Firstly and most importantly, I've officially had my Career Framework signed off, which means I will eventually move out of Foundation (and essentially complete the Apprenticeship) at some point in the New Year. Putting 3+ years into something and to finally be told you've completed it is definitely an achievement worth mentioning. So I am!
Second small win of the year would have to be moving accounts to Hursley. Which is surprisingly much bigger than I was expecting, moving from the relatively small Preston account!. This also involved getting onto TAP (Temporary accommodation) and therefore getting the keys for and moving into my shiny new flat in Southampton. Top Tip – Prepare before moving into somewhere new if you do get TAP, having no WiFi and TV for 2 weeks is no fun at all. Also, Amazon is your friend. Moving in and gaining the independence which you don't get while at home was something I didn't know what to expect out of. But I reckon I've took to it like a fish in water, some may disagree, but I'm still alive (essential) and my Christmas decorations, including tree are already up (even more essential), so I reckon I've not done too bad for a newbie.
Back to the moving part, moving accounts has definitely been a challenge. The Change Management role which I moved to has potentially made it more confusing than I initially anticipated. Change Management is a team of 2 and we look after all the changes for the multitudes (probably an understatement) of projects ran on the account. Sounds easy right? So having to learn literally every project on the account and what fits in where certainly isn't easy, but I've given it my best shot and I can't say it's gone too badly. There's a lot to take in when you move to a new project, as I'm sure most are aware. But for any that don't know the pain yet (firstly, you will), expect to leave work, a lot of days, not knowing what even went on in the past 8 hours. It does eventually click, just got to keep trying!
Trying to keep this short, so probably (definitely) missing out things which should be included. E.g Attending the Think Foundation event in September, learning a lot about Cognitive in IBM, listening to some rather interesting speakers (Including Olympic Gold Medallist James Cracknell!) and having an overall brilliant day. So, speaking on behalf of most people who attended I'm sure, big thanks to Foundation, for putting on that event, and keep them coming in the future!. After saying I'm keeping it short then going on that tangent, I should probably just summarise before I end up writing even more and literally staying in work forever (It's already 6:30pm!)
So overall, the years had it's ups and down, as years tend to do, but it's been a mostly positive year for sure. Huge thanks to all the people I've met along the way and the people who've given me opportunities I'd otherwise not have had (Including this blog, so thanks to Craig and Avtar for having me on here) and I look forward to seeing or working with most of you again in the coming year.
Thanks for anyone who's read whatever I've written in the past 12 months and I'm sure our paths will end up crossing at some point, they do seem to in IBM! Hopefully it's been enjoyable and as it's now December, should wish you all a Happy Holidays and overall just look forward to see what madness 2017 brings!
John Longworth.


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QuoteWerks high-risk payment processing
Are you tired of going through the quote process for each client from scratch? You may even have a system in place that streamlines it a bit, but it's doubtful your process has as much power as QuoteWerks, the gold standard in creating sales quotes and proposals for new and potential clients. If you are a high-risk merchant, the best part is it comes ready to integrate with dozens of high-risk processors and the Authorize.Net payment gateway. (contact us anytime for recommendations, or some free advice)
What is QuoteWerks?
QuoteWerks is easy to set up, allowing you to enter your product info and link to your database. QuoteWerks won Business Solutions "Best Channel Vendor" for service and support, which suggests they will be there to help you with any issues that might arise. The software integrates very well with many e-commerce and business applications along with some of our recommended high-risk friendly gateways.
QuoteWerks has features like knowing when your quote has been received, collecting credit card payments, integration with CRM and PSA solutions, a built-in shopping cart, and even has a mobile app so you can quote on the go!
Who benefits from QuoteWerks
From a sole proprietor small business, all the way up to a Fortune 100 company, QuoteWerks has been a leading quote and proposal software choice in almost every industry, used by 10's of 1000's of users worldwide. Whether you're selling products or services in your local market or internationally, QuoteWerks saves you time and ultimately money in your busy day. We love it because it's easy to use and integrates really well with some of the best high-risk processors out there.
Please note, although we are compensated by some service providers we recommend, we are not an affiliate or paid in any way by QuoteWerks. We simply wanted to pass on their information in case you are a high-risk business looking for a better quoting solution. Often, high-risk businesses like sales trainers, internet traffic folks, and SEO companies struggle with finding processing and gateway solutions that fit their needs. If that sounds like you drop us a line, we are happy to make some recommendations.


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The Ionic platform allows developers to use HTML and TypeScript to create mobile applications that can be deployed on iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. In this video, learn about how Ionic is built, its advantages, and its disadvantages.
- [Instructor] What is Ionic? The Ionic framework is the platform for building hybrid mobile applications for iOS, Android, Windows Phone, and other mobile platforms. Hybrid applications are built for cross-platform use, using web tools. This means you can develop the application once and deploy it to multiple platforms without having to change the code base. Benefits of this are a shorter development time and less complexity. However, unlike their native counterparts, hybrid apps run within a browser based web view, which impacts their performance.
That being said, Ionic has been optimized to the point where a speed difference is very small. Another downside is that Ionic requires plug-ins to access some native components and the components you may need may not yet exist. So why do I care? Well, imagine you have an application you want to release on iOS, Android and Windows and you're a web developer. Normally, you would need to hire a developer for iOS, one for Android, and one for Windows. That means that you would have to develop three separate applications in three different languages containing three different code bases.
Now imagine that same scenario but you're using Ionic and you, the web developer, have done all the work yourself. You haven't had to hire anyone and you still have three applications but you only have one code base to maintain. That sounds great. Ionic may not be perfect but it continues to improve both in speed and functionality. New features are brought into the hybrid framework as plug-ins all the time and more will come, making this framework a near complete replacement for any native application.
- Installing the Ionic CLI
- Creating an Ionic project
- Setting up a Firebase project
- Creating the feed and post page
- Building a data provider
- Integrating AngularFire2
- Replacing a data provider with AngularFire2
- Detecting when your app loses network connection


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2016's in store Vintage Farm Girl Sew a Long is coming to an end. We have enjoyed everyone's monthly visits to the shop and wanted to share show & tell photos from some of the Farm Girl club participants who visited the shop recently thanks for sharing!
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a note to our local farm girls:
your final BLOCK KITS WILL BE READY on DECEMBER 9th (pick up time extended please read the details below)
DECEMBER brings a BONUS free pass for everyone – the scheduled Farm Girl pick up days are December 9th, 10th and 12th, however if you cannot attend those dates -you may come any day the shop is open from December 9th and after to collect your kits
Cookies and your free pattern will only be available on the scheduled dates shown above.
We know how busy the holiday season can be so we are happy to have the Farm Girl members come at the most convenient day of December to get their final kits.
OTHER NEWS for our local customers:
Farm Girl Round-Up Day coming to you in spring 2017
Where: At the Community Park Building (across the street from Rocking Chair Quilts)Doors open at 4 p.m. • Potluck Dinner at about 5 p.m. Entree & beverages provided • Please bring a side dish or desert to share.After Dinner: Show & Tell of Farm Girl Quilts •Silent Auction • Farm Sale•Bring your quilts• •Bring your Farm Girl Dollars• Bring a friend to share in the fun! (RSVP)
RSVP by 3•1•17 / 815•465•2428


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Today, as part of the National Travel and Tourism Week, (#NTTW2015) I am over at Classes by Beth sharing "Travel is Fiesta!" and talking about 5 Things You Can Do to Make Travel a Fiesta with Your Family.
Travel is fiesta for our family! It's a party! It's a chance to see, learn and celebrate new things together. A chance to experience what we could not if we stayed home, and with seven of us, it is always exciting.
Some of our greatest memories and happiest times as a family have centered around travel making any of the stresses of large family travel so totally worth it. Keep reading at ClassesByBeth.com
While you're there, check out her homeschool classes!


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Watercolor Christmas Cactus in a Clay Pot
Watercolor Christmas Cactus in a Clay Pot
When winter frosts the windows with glittering ice and the garden outside is sleeping, a plant that blooms with the colors of spring is truly a gift worth celebrating.
One plant that can be relied upon to bloom indoors in the depths of winter is the Christmas cactus (other variations include the Thanksgiving cactus and Easter cactus, also known as zygo cactus or Schlumbergera).
Here I've painted a blooming cactus with pink flowers in all stages from buds to spent bloom. Its stems arch above a clay pot. No matter what time of year it is and what the weather outside your window this painting will bring some joy to your home.
Paper Size: 10" x 8" (25.4 cm x 20.3 cm)
Image Size: 7.25" x 6" (18.4 cm x 15.2 cm)
Paper: professional, heavyweight (140 lb), acid free watercolor paper
Paint: artist grade watercolors from a variety of manufacturers
Palette: greens, browns, orange, rust, pinks, yellow
As with all of my art and products, each order is lovingly gift-wrapped includes a handwritten note, (see last two photos for examples) and is shipped (with insurance) so that it arrives safely to your door.
Painting is unframed.
Painting is signed with my initials.
Note: Image copyright and reproduction rights are not included with the painting


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My clients responses to this years Food Bank Donation - in lieu of Corporate Gifts - has been fantastic!
I want to say "THANK YOU!" (you know who you are *taps side of nose with finger*)
By supporting my decision to donate to the Food Bank, you have proved (though it was never in doubt!) that you are all lovely folks and I am absolutely delighted to know you :-)
So far I've been buying "two of each" for my family Christmas dinner, paxo – check, gravy granules – check, Christmas cake – check, mince pies – check, Christmas pudding – check. Looks a bit heavy on the sugar front at the moment (well it IS Christmas ;-), as the veg and meat will have to wait till the last minute for maximum freshness…
On http://thewelcomecentre.org/support-us/current-shortages/ it says they need coats – so my lovely husband has had a clothes clear out, and there's a couple of warm mens fleeces to add to the food – he's awesome – thanks Justin!
Spread the word using #giveachristmasdinner - you can make the world a bit better, and if everyone does a little bit - we can achieve great things!
Check back for updates - Happy Christmas :-)


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CIBJO announced Monday that the 2010 Congress will be held will be held in Munich, Germany, February 19-22.
The conference will take place in the adjacent International Congress Centre, owned by Messe Muenchen, and will allow the congress registrants full access to the inhorgenta europe 2010 fair and the facilities offered by Messe Muenchen.
Preceding the CIBJO Congress, a gemmological mini conference about ruby will be held on Friday, February 19. More information about the "Ruby Day" will be forthcoming soon.
The 2010 CIBJO Congress website will be up and running in mid December so participants can register for the congress, choose and book accommodations and plan their trips accordingly.Follow JCK on Instagram: @jckmagazine
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The base- or city-building genre hasn't been doing too hot lately. The latest incarnation of SimCity was something of a bust, and while we've got intriguing options like Prison Architect and Godus coming down the pipe, the days where all and sundry were weaned on Dungeon Keeper or Black and White are long behind us. So Spacebase DF-9 puts a smile on my face: you're building bases--in space--by indirectly managing teams of colonists, assigning chores and designing layouts and what not. And it's made by Double Fine, undisputed heralds of good things gaming. Unfortunately, as a $25 Early Access alpha, this game is actually something of a tough sell.
Blasphemy, I know--the Double Fine name has never failed to get me to crack open my wallet, and its pedigree certainly shines here. You'll start the game with three colonists and pretty much left to your own devices--a hint system prods you in the right direction, explaining the general rules behind creating rooms, establishing life support systems, and wrapping your head around the clear, concise UI. You'll assign tasks, and citizens in the right profession will complete them--these professions can be switched on the fly should you decide you need more miners or guards in a pinch, but citizens will only get better at particular roles with lots of on-the-job training.
The artwork is fantastic, the dialogue is comical, and the whole experience is already shaping up rather well. Your citizens look plenty lively as they amble about, gathering at the pub for a drink or chatting each other up in hallways during their off hours. There are lots of lovely little touches, like social network updates and rivalries, lending a great deal of life to the cold blackness of space. And while bugs and the like abound, they're pretty much all graphical in nature. I did encounter a door I couldn't demolish, but for the most part, there was nothing to complain about besides the odd funky-colored art asset.
But I still find myself running into the same wall o' wariness I usually encounter when wading through early access alphas and betas--you're paying $25 for a promise that this'll get better. Because there simply isn't very much here: much of the base-building is still theoretical, and once you've popped down some oxygen recyclers, beds, ore refinery and a bar, there isn't much else left to do. You'll fight off the occasional batch of raiders, and there are plans to introduce things like power management via fusion reactors, but as things stand, the otherwise charming experience starts to wear thin fairly quickly.
Open-endedness has always been part of the charm of sandbox building games, and I've certainly whiled away hundreds of hours tooling about in Dwarf Fortress and its ilk. But these sorts of games generally have the benefit of years of development time: there generally are multiple resources to manage, trading, intricate desire systems for your citizen...seemingly limitless things to do and see as you futz about procedurally-generated worlds. Spacebase and its developers promise that's all coming down the pipe, but don't toss $25 into their coffers expecting anything but a proof of concept.
A rather engaging proof of concept, brief though it may be. I've yet to play a game carrying that Double Fine logo that I didn't enjoy. Still, $25 is really, really steep for an alpha. It does look rather snazzy though--if you're willing to take the plunge, grab it from the official Spacebase DF-9 site or over at Steam.
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