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Personal Injury Settlements—Protecting What You Have Won
Receiving a personal injury settlement after a lawsuit may seem like the end of a long-fought journey, but in some cases, it may actually be the beginning of a new set of concerns and issues. It's important to remember that any judgment you will be awarded is also meant to cover your medical bills and, possibly, your attorneys' fees. But this is not always as cut and dried as it sounds. For example, some medical care facilities may go after part of your settlement to compensate themselves for the difference between your actual bill and what your insurance company was willing to pay. And did you know that the state of your marriage could also possibly end up affecting how much of your personal injury settlement you can actually keep for yourself?
Medical Providers
It's possible that a medical provider may come after part of your settlement even if you believe that you and your insurance company have already paid all of your bills. This may sound outrageous. But in the eyes of some hospitals, they did not receive everything they believed they were entitled to. Here is why:
- You receive treatment in a hospital for a service that the hospital says is worth, say, $500.
- Your insurance company has a contract with the hospital that says its charges will be capped at $300.
- You pay your deductible of, say, $30.
- That leaves $170 that the hospital won't be paid for.
In some cases, hospitals and medical providers will try to get that difference from your personal injury settlement. This practice is called balance billing. If you are suddenly hit with bills against your settlement, speak to your attorney before paying them. In some states, the practice of balance billing is illegal. And in some cases, your attorney may be able to prove that the hospital is seriously overcharging you for services or even charging you for care that it did not perform.
Another way hospitals try to take money from your settlement is by refusing to accept your health insurance. In 2014, St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, agreed to stop this practice. Over the past few years, it had refused the health insurance of 930 patients in order to collect higher payment from their car insurance settlements. It is, unfortunately, not the only hospital to have engaged in this practice. At least three other hospitals in Missouri were doing the same thing.
Divorce and Your Possible Personal Injury Settlement
It is important to inform your personal injury lawyer that you are currently having marital difficulties and discuss ways to protect your possible settlement if you were to get divorced. Unfortunately, each state handles the splitting (or nonsplitting) of a personal injury settlement differently. For example, depending on the state you live in, your settlement may be considered one of the following:
- Sole property. In some states, your personal injury settlement is considered your sole property. You were the one who was injured. It was your pain and suffering and not your spouse's. So you won't have to worry about it being divided as part of a property settlement during a divorce.
- Community property. Other states consider the personal injury as community property because your spouse also suffered because of your injury, either financially, physically, or mentally.
And it's also possible that some courts may decide that certain assets of your personal injury lawsuit are community, while others belong solely to you, as the injured property. According to the Huffington Post, you may also want to consider opening a separate bank account for your personal injury settlement if you are having marital difficulties. That way you can keep your funds from comingling with marital funds until you come to a property settlement agreement with your spouse.
Winning a personal injury settlement can be the answer to a lot of your prayers. But if you are not careful, you could lose a chunk of your well-deserved money. So make sure and talk to your lawyer about the best ways to protect your settlement if you are fortunate enough to be awarded one. Find a personal injury lawyer through a firm like Lawyer, Lawyer, Dutton & Drake LLP.


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PIANIST Sally Greenaway is one of the most original talents on the Canberra scene and now with voting closing at midnight on Sunday (May 21), time for Canberra music lovers to get her into ABC Classic FM's "Classic 100".
Greenaway's entry is vocal piece called "Stay Awhile", written for a friend who was going through a terrible time and described by one admirer as "hauntingly beautiful". The University of Canberra Chorale sang it for its mid-year concert a couple of years ago and again at Christmas for the vice-chancellor's party.
It's also been described as "a true expression of love", very appropriate since the slogan for the classic 100 is "Love – Music of Passion and Heartbreak".
Greenaway is a musician, composer, and piano performer in all genres, and has written classical chamber works, jazz big band works and more than 20 film and documentary soundtracks.
She's also a good sport, allowing artist Anne Hind to paint her body with flowers for a promotional photograph. While in London she played jazz piano at the London Chopin Festival on Steinway's "Ferrari" grand piano, and for a private party on Liberace's rhinestone grand piano at the Dorchester, which can be viewed/heard as performed by Canberra's Luminescence Chamber Singers, on YouTube.
A music loving "CityNews" correspondent has written to us saying: "I usually find the choices for Classic 100 are so conservative… let's help to change this."
"Stay Awhile", can be viewed/heard as performed by Canberra's Luminescence Chamber Singers, on YouTube at youtube.com/watch?v=H9xOL7vim-s
Voting closes this Sunday, May 21 at midnight, abc.net.au/classic/classic100/love/

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Contributor's Corner: The Film That Changed Your Life
During the dawn of Viddy Well, we asked each interested contributor to fill out the same questionnaire. The questions spanned from grave to goofy, but the replies were nearly always unexpected. This week we'll take a look at the following question:
What's the first film that changed your life?
Brenda Torres:
Since you said first film that changed my life and not a film that changed my life, I really ransacked the depths of my memory for this one. I'm gonna take you back to 1998 with Disney's Mulan. She was my feminist hero before I even had the faintest idea what feminism was. She was a badass go-getter who SAVED CHINA. I could go on forever but I won't...
Anthony Cleveland:
Terminator 2. I think I saw it around the age of 3, and I was hooked. The kid tags along with his own personal killing machine. What's not to love as a kid to get you hooked on movies. Oh yeah, and the robots, explosions, and gore.
Jake Bottiglieri:
Genuine answer: Jurassic Park because it was the first time I saw that the medium could be used to essentially make anything feel real. Although, the ironic Millennial douchebag answer: Disney's Hercules cause Meg gave me a boner...
Kie Richardson:
The first film to change my life just so happens to be my favorite film of all time and that's Pulp Fiction. I saw that movie for the first time when I was like 10 years old and my head exploded like Marvin's. I no longer had any desire to watch cartoons after that. I remember sneaking to watch it on HBO or something and being blown away. The language, the dialogue, the story telling, the imagery, the blood, the violence; it was all so new to me. I couldn't wrap my head around how the story was being told. Later I found out it was out of order, of course, and became enthralled with trying to piece it together from start to finish.
Dave Mcdermand:
This little Artsy Fartsy thing called ODDSAC by a guy named Danny Perez and Animal Collective (I know, I can hear your groans through the internet wires right now). It was a visual album that showed me that you don't need to follow any sort of easy to follow narrative and can use emotion, colors, and audio-visual symbols to tell a story that can be interpreted differently for each person in the audience. I was like 17 or something and hadn't been exposed to too much modern experimentalism that wasn't cheese dick or pretentious. This movie got me to appreciate the power of formalism.
Tanner Standridge:
Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory blew my mind when I was a kid! It felt like a real world I could live in every time I played the VHS.
Aaron Haughton:
The first films I really fell in love with as a kid were Ghostbusters, Home Alone, and Indiana Jones. But, the first one that really opened my eyes to the power of film is A Clockwork Orange. I remember renting that when I was 16 or 17 and watching by myself late at night. I was completely awe-struck, like eyes as wide as Alex's during the treatment. It was so brutal and nihilistic and theatrical, balls to the wall formalism. My dad was traveling for work, and he came home while I was mid-film, and I remember exuberantly asking him if he'd seen it. Of course, he had, but he lacked my newfound enthusiasm. I stayed up that night and finished it, and I watched it again the next day. Then, I showed it to all my friends. After all that, I got the novel and devoured that too. I even named this site after a bit of slang from the film.
What do you think? What was the first film that changed your life? We want to know. Share your thoughts and feelings in the comments section below, and, as always, remember to viddy well!


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If you have a criminal record in Oklahoma, there are many reasons to want to clear it. Until you receive a pardon or expungement, you may not have the right to possess a firearm, vote in an election, or even volunteer in your child's school. If you qualify for a pardon, it is essential to have the right Oklahoma pardon lawyer on your side to help walk you through the process. Here are some ways a pardon lawyer can help you while applying for a pardon.
To start the process of getting a pardon from the Oklahoma Governor, you must fill out a 22 page application. Filling out legal paperwork can be confusing and time consuming, and it's best to have a lawyer on your side who has experience in Oklahoma pardon law.
They'll be able to ensure that all the paperwork is filled out correctly. If your paperwork isn't filled out entirely, or relevant information is missing, the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board won't even consider your application.
You are entitled to attend the hearing during which the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board considers your application. You are also permitted to have representation with you during the roughly five minutes that are available to you or your attorney to speak on your behalf.
This hearing is intended to help you convince the Board that you deserve a pardon. An Oklahoma pardon lawyer has experience speaking during these hearings— a knowledgeable attorney is an invaluable source to effectively plead your case.
Beyond the Pardon: Expungement
If the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board decides to pass your pardon on to the Oklahoma Governor and the Governor decides to grant your pardon, you may be able to take the process further and apply for expungement.
An expungement completely clears your criminal record, giving you the ability to pursue the job you want without fear of your criminal record making your potential employers second-guess the decision to hire you.
If this is your end goal, it is vital you have an experienced pardon and expungement lawyer on your side to give yourself the best chance at clearing your Oklahoma criminal records.
Clean Slate Lawyers has an exceptional rating on AVVO. Call or text our team today at (405) 351-6833 to be connected with an attorney who gets the job done.


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We've had a few new games trickle in that aren't on the website yet. Luke will be running a True 20/Dragon Fist Wuxia game called The Ultimate Challenge Tea Garden!, and a slasher-horror game called Beneath the Mask. The latter uses Dread, an icky little system that uses a Jenga tower instead of dice to determine task resolution (and having played Jenga recently, it will certainly help build an atmosphere of tension). Meanwhile, I will be running PX Poker Night, a modern horror game set on an isolated air force base in Nebraska. This was written by Dennis Detwiller and Adam Scott Glancy, and has been adapted to use the Nemesis system.
We're still looking for new games, so if you want to run something, drop us a line.


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This guest post comes from Tess Wickstead, Strategy Director of the international design agency Pearlfisher. Tess presents an enlightening perspective on simplifying the retail experience. The message is applicable to all aspects of the consumer retail experience from store design to Private Brand development and packaging. "Ultimately, information design for packaging and retail today comes down to making the incredibly complex, incredibly simple…"
How good are you at navigating?
'Ease of navigation' became a key consideration for brands and retailers when consumers first hit the world of websites and e-commerce – and this has become ever more prescient with all the social media marketing and retail devices now at our fingertips. For the retailer, QR codes, in particular, are a way of successfully marrying the newly desirable virtual world with the physical retail arena. But, essentially, QR codes are a conduit to product information and we still need to pay attention to just how this information is ultimately displayed. And this is where good information design – and its power to shape the future of retail – really comes to the fore.
In a digital world, traditional information design may, perhaps, be seen as dated or outmoded. But, actually, as we become a bigger social and global society, information design – with its ability to transcend, for example, language constraints – is vital to the successful communication of messages and ideas. The widely acclaimed Virtual Water project shows just how successfully information design for the modern world can work with a poster and iPhone App detailing how much fresh water is used to produce selected products.
Leveraging navigation in retail has always been a priority when it comes to the in-store environment – and while this remains key as part of the overall retail experience – primarily we now need to counter the choice overload faced by consumers and concentrate on getting it right at the key consumer touchpoint: the packaging. An integral part of design when working in what are seen as possibly contentious and Government controlled industries – such as food, alcohol, tobacco – is using design to problem solve and convey the legal messages in the best way possible. But as the stakes are raised even higher with more and more brands vying for space and more and more on-pack information required, designers now face a new challenge in terms of working out how to design a correct hierarchy of information to create the biggest impact and meet both the information needs and emotional desires of the consumer.
Food and pharma are both tightly controlled and very emotive sectors. Innocent Smoothies not only broke the mold when it came to product innovation but, in terms of packaging developed a friendly but pared down design language to show just what was necessary – and perfectly aligned it to the brand's truth. And if we turn to the traditionally staid Pharma category, newcomer Help Remedies is a truly groundbreaking addition. The uniform white paper pulp based packs are boldly and simply differentiated with primary color coding and one simple but forthright 'I have a …' tagline. The embossed shape of the product is a clever tactile and visual reinforcement of what the product is and what it is for – and a great example of a brand considering all its key equities and what they stand for. On shelf together, as a range, there is a clear, consistent navigation to create an information system that builds and promotes this brand equity.
Ultimately, information design for packaging and retail today comes down to making the incredibly complex, incredibly simple – and, in turn, making the consumer feel enlightened, understood and happier in their choices.
Imagine, no more little boxed lists in the bottom right-hand corner that everyone needs but can't be bothered to read.
Tess Wicksteed, Strategy Director, Pearlfisher
Tess's great talent is the instant ability to see the wood for the trees. As the creative force behind Pearlfisher's strategic offer, she trades in originality, clarity and logic, getting to the point fast and delivering strategy that's both creative and cohesive. A longstanding Pearlfisher person, Tess was Strategy Director in London for ten years before relocating with her family for a brand new challenge in New York.
As a literature student at York, Sussex and Cambridge Universities, Tess was keen to become first a clown, then a teacher. However, it was her belief that good culture matters that finally led to a career in design and an ongoing commitment to creating powerful brands that contribute positively to the world. Short and sharp in all things, Tess balances refreshing bluntness with disarming humanity. Her presence on a project promises fireworks – and guarantees results.


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Draft a second Will if you invest offshore
We recommend that you have separate offshore wills for every country in which you own offshore assets. The offshore will/s specifically deals with the distribution of your foreign assets, and is separate from your existing will, which governs your South African assets. You should specify in your local will that 'this will is in respect of my South African assets only'.
We would suggest that you use the services of a legal expert in the country in which you have investments. The practitioner who draws up your offshore will will usually be the executor of your estate.
The wording of your local and offshore wills must be exact to prevent any potential conflict. Indicate in each will that it deals only with the assets in a particular country. Any changes to a will must clearly state that the changes apply to assets in a particular country only (to prevent the revocation of other wills). Thus, avoid using a blanket clause like: 'I revoke all Wills and other testamentary writings previously made by me'.
When it comes to calculating estate duty tax (death duties), all your assets – both local and foreign – are included in the calculation. At present, estate duty is payable at 20% of your net dutiable estate in excess of R3.5 million. Estate duty is not charged where you leave your assets to your spouse – the first R3.5 million of a deceased estate is exempt from the 20% estate duty as well as any amount bequeathed to the surviving spouse.
Your foreign assets would probably attract additional fees imposed by the responsible offshore authorities. This "probate" fee varies in different countries.


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Baked French Fries, Broccoli Chips & Sweet Roasted Rainbow Carrots
Sumptuous Snacks!
This is a phenomenally healthy alternative to real French Fries…We also make this with either Yams or Sweet Potatoes for a delicious change! As to the Broccoli Chips, everyone thinks the flower is the only worthwhile part, but the less glamorous stem is just as good! Make it fun and yummy and watch your kids gobble up this highly nutritious veggie!
Baked French Fries
5 russet potatoes (or Yams/Sweet Potatoes)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper (you can use a dash of garlic powder or cayenne for even more flavor!)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Wash the potatoes thoroughly – Keep skin on as it is nutritious and give a nice crunch. Cut into half-inch thick slices (lengthwise) cut again into 1/2-inch thick fries. Place the potatoes into a pot with cold water and 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring up to a gentle boil and simmer until a paring knife tip goes through easily. Cooked about 3/4 of the way through.
Drain and put in a bowl. Add olive oil, 1 TBS salt, 1/2 TSP black pepper & garlic powder. Toss and lay on nonstick baking sheet. Bake until light brown.
When brown, sprinkle with Parmesan and continue to bake until well-browned and crispy and the cheese is melted and caramelized, about 6 to 7 more minutes. Remove and let cool for 2 minutes. Serve.
Cut the last inch or so off the end of the broccoli stem and discard. Then cut the rest of the stem from the flower. Peel the stem of its outer layer and then slice into 1/4 - 1/2 inch chips. Toss in Olive Oil, salt and pepper mixture, a little garlic powder, lay on a baking tray and bake about 5-7 minutes – Then sprinkle Parmesan Cheese on top of the chips and bake for an additional minute or so to melt the cheese. Remove, let cool and serve.
1 bunch young carrots, with tops (for cooking with kids you can use baby carrots)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 orange, zested, halved and juiced
1 tablespoon brown sugar (can substitute honey)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Cut off all but 1-inch of the carrot tops, leaving a little green. Put the carrots in a large bowl, add the oil, and season with salt and pepper. Add brown sugar, cumin and cinnamon - Turn to coat the carrots. Spray a large baking tray with non-stick spray and pour carrots onto the tray. Stick them in the oven and roast for 30 minutes, until the carrots are fork-tender. This also works great if you put the tray onto a grill – Either way, you must watch them closely so they don't burn. Turn them every so often with tongs so as to get a nice caramelization on all sides.
Remove the carrots from the oven and put them in a bowl. Add zest and drizzle with orange juice, toss and serve.


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When most people think of a sorority girl, the image that comes to mind is that of Elle Woods in Legally Blonde - gorgeous, well-dressed, tiny purse-sized dog named Bruiser, bubbly socialite, and a little bit ditzy. I'm almost positive that none of those adjectives have ever been used to refer to me. Okay, maybe I'm a little bit ditzy. All of this is to say that I am not exactly your stereotypical sorority girl.
When I graduated from high school in 1998, I had absolutely no intention of going through Sorority Recruitment when I enrolled at Transylvania University. Over the summer, people around me suggested that it might be a good way to meet people. As they pointed out, Transy's student population was roughly 90% Greek. My cousin, Emma, happened to be a Transy Phi Mu alumna. She urged me to give it a shot and to go into it with an open mind - after all, I could drop out of recruitment or simply choose not to join a sorority. Emma's influence was probably the greatest because she wasn't exactly the typical sorority girl, either.
You know where this story is going.
I signed my bid card with a single preference. I wanted to be a Phi Mu or an independent. There was no second choice.
After a short orientation period, I became a full-fledged member. Not only did I gain my cousin as a sister, I instantly gained thousands of women as my sisters. I was part of an organization with a long history of commitment to service, academics and the development of young women.
I wish I could say that I was a model Phi Mu woman while in school. I was not as philanthropic as I should have been. While I managed to graduate with a respectable 3.475 GPA, I was not as studious as I should have been, either. Additionally, I wasn't always the biggest fan of Greek life. I wasn't socially active on campus - choosing to move off campus earlier than most and spending most of my social life with friends who attended the University of Kentucky. Oddly, I was an officer and member of the Executive Committee one year. Even more oddly, I signed on to be in charge of Recruitment. Sometimes, my impulse to volunteer for things is pretty crazy (although we met our pledge quota plus the allowable additions that year!).
It wasn't until after graduation that I truly began to appreciate the positive effects of being in a sorority. I met women like Heather and Sarah - who all seemed like the independent, stylish, savvy, career women that I aspired to be. In search of my first really-real career position, I dutifully listed all my extracurricular activities in order to beef up my resume. I had no luck finding a position - after all, the market was flooded with accountants after Arthur Anderson went under in the wake of the Enron scandal - and accepted a low-paying government job where I had previously interned. I was surprised to get a call for an interview at a CPA firm six months later. I learned, during the interview, that my resume happened across the desk of a fellow Phi Mu alumna. She filed it with the intention to pass it along whenever she heard about open positions. She was committed to helping a sister out!
Essentially, I got my first professional position because I joined a sorority on a whim.
Since then, I've also learned that the things I experienced as a member of Greek life served wonderfully as life lessons. I learned that you don't have to love (or even like) all your sorority sisters or co-workers, but they are all deserving of your respect. I learned skills during recruitment like the ability to make small talk, remember names and details about a person translate really well to networking at business luncheons and conferences. Heck, I even learned a healthy respect for the protocols of Robert's Rules of Order. It turns out that the basic premises are really effective for running a corporate meeting!
While I may never be the woman who cites Blush and Bashful as her signature colors, or buys a "Future Phi Mu" onesie with carnations on the bum, I am proud to say that I am a sorority girl and Phi Mu woman. I will always recommend that other young women assess the Greek life at their prospective university and consider going through the Recruitment process.
Being a sorority girl is so much more than perfect hair and sitting down to smoke a cigarette - it's good preparation for life as a well-rounded woman.


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Earlier this week I made a zucchini lasagna. It was really good, but I didn't follow the recipe exactly, I put a little more onions and more crushed tomatoes then it said. I did make two lasagnas, one for me, and a normal one for my guy. We were stuck eating lasagna for three days even though they were small. I noticed that the first two days my weight went up a little. The weight does jump around everyday normally. After we "finally" finished the lasagna, I noticed a day later that the weight went down again.
I know tomatoes are one of the items that we should becareful eating while doing LCHF. I think next time I will put less tomatoes in my zucchini lasagna.


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I absolutely adore these Christmas tree photos by Texas photographer Shalonda Chaddock of Chubby Cheek Photography. Completely beautiful! If she didn't live so far away, I'd have her over to my house to take some pictures of my boys in front of our tree! Just lovely!
"I have done this shots for my own girls every year since cheeks #2 was born…over the years my girls have grown taller, grown closer, we have moved to a new house, and our tree and home have become more full of memories that we cherish each year. (in fact this image goes on the last page of our family yearbook every year with a recap of those wonderful moments from that year) Well, after loving these images of mine over the year my client decided she wanted one of her own! And thus begins a tradition for her family as well :)"
About Chubby Cheek: based in Spring, TX / website / contact / facebook / pinterest
From Cat:
These are great pictures...I'm trying to figure out how Shalonda got them to be so bright and crisp, even though they were taken under subdued lighting conditions! That's a testament to the wonders of digital photography, as it would be really tricky to produce these images using film. Thanks for sharing, Shalonda!


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SCA Introduction to Coffee
Use code "SCABUNDLE" for 10% off when you register for two or more courses.
Introduction to Coffee is the ideal class for anyone who is new to the coffee industry or just has an interest in this complex drink. It charts coffee's journey from its origins in Ethiopia to the major commodity it is today, enjoyed by millions of people around the world. From growing the cherries through drying, roasting, brewing and finally drinking, this module looks at the processes coffee goes through. This half-day course includes a coffee cupping which allows you to taste the various flavors coffee has to offer, along with manual brewing practice with various methods.


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3 Reasons To Buy Off The Plan Property
1. Increased Tax Depreciation:
A lesser known reason to buy a new Off The Plan property is the increased tax depreciation available for Off The Plan properties. Increased depreciation means your holding costs will be much lower as the tax man is covering a bigger portion of your investment property expenses.
At Latte Property we have had great success showing property investors how to reduce their after tax contributions down to less than a latte a day.
2. Energy Efficiency
With recent changes to the Australian Building Code, new properties must now meet stringent energy efficiency requirements. The benefit of this is that with the increased cost of Gas, Water and Electricity, tenants are now actively looking for and sometimes demanding energy efficient properties. By purchasing new property you will meet this increasing demand from tenants. It is also much easier to find quality tenants with new, modern properties, as everyone wants to live in a new property!
3. Easier to enter the property market
Buying Off The Plan is one of the easiest ways to get into the property market, as you only need to put down a 10% deposit now. The remaining balance and/or finance is not required until construction has been completed. With construction taking between 6 months and up to three years on some projects, this gives you extra time to save and put more towards your new property.
With more savings to put towards your new property you will be able to borrow less and therefore your loan repayments will be much lower.
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Welcoming You Home. This is just The Beginning . . . with Jill, Joanne & Mindy/
To retreat is to disconnect from the everyday routine.Read More
Pranayamana....Kapalabhati Breathing
To retreat is to disconnect from the everyday routine.Read More
Live Like a Lotus in the Water...Read More
our latest love story on Kundalini Yoga!Read More
A Day in the Life of the Warrior IV...Read More
"The benefits of practicing Kapalabhati on a regular basis are undeniable!"Read More
Which is the best path? Right Way, Wrong Way? Read more...Read More
You're in a Yoga Nidra class and you're asked to set an intention . . . is your mind immediately paralyzed into a blank screen of zero inspiration?Read More
How to deal with CHANGE...The world is experiencing incredible amounts of change right now. But even so, change is a natural part of life.Read More
Sometimes we need to look to those we love and admire in order to realize what we value about life. We can take time to note what we like about others, and then turn the mirror to reflect the Light of those same words and feelings toward ourselves. It can be quite a revelation to see ourselves in this nourishing Light. When we can put the energy that we've been devoting to a phantom sense of achievement into the truly satisfying aspects of our lives, we can restore the balance between our inner and outer worlds and experience true joyful Peace.
We would Love for you to share your thoughts with us!
"The use of Positive Affirmations takes time, as you are creating new neural pathways in your brain. Come to this practice with gentle and loving energy."
At Simply Yoga we use Affirmations, Meditation & Practice to guide us each and everyday towards Peace, Lovingkindness & Compassion !
"1. I am a Channel of Peace and Well-being – my need for Peace is abundantly met.
2. I accept, appreciate and love myself. Unconditionally.
3. I feel Grateful for all of the Abundance that flows into my Life.
4. I experience a sense of Peace and Love with every Breath I take.
5. I radiate Peace and Love to others, helping them to be in a state of Peace and Love..
6. I am an Island of Calm, in a Sea of Uncertainty.
7. All is well. Right here. Right now.
8. I can release my past and live with Calm and Serenity.
9. I am aware of all the Beauty that is around Me.
10. I let go of Fear and Embrace Love.
11. I connect with the comforting Silence of my Soul."
I always enjoy whatever class I take at Simply Yoga, and I am grateful for that. But every so often there is a teacher and class that not only make my body happy, but my spirit and soul, as well. After a very stressful and challenging week-end, I came to Christina's Tuesday 8/23/16 Yin Class to find a sweet and quiet spot for me.
The music was wonderful…a soundtrack to accompany my busy mind until it was busy no longer. A quiet, candle-lit room to soothe my eyes that had seen Hospital glare and a few tears over the past 3 days. A beautiful, caring voice that "allowed the inhalation to find you"…what a poetic and compassionate way to coach one's breath!
I felt wonderful connection with teacher and fellow students, and by the end of the stretching, easing, holding and breathing, I was renewed and enriched.
I don't know how you attract these inspired and wonderful teachers, Mindy, but I thank the gods and energy that brings them to Simply Yoga.
Once again my heart overflows and my gratitude exceeds all bounds.
Thank you for your friendship and the beautiful sacred space that is Simply Yoga.
Sheri W.
Now that I've had several months to reflect on my experience of the Teacher Training program at the Simply Yoga School of Hatha Yoga, I feel better able to put into words the effect that this experience has had on me, both as a practitioner of yoga, and as a person. First, the personal aspect of the training program: I believe that, for me, the overall top quality that I took away from the 6-month program was a sense of quiet confidence in my knowledge and ability to learn and grow as a yoga teacher. I had recently retired from a successful 35-year career as a managing litigation attorney in a state Attorney General's office, and I did not lack confidence in my abilities to speak in front of an audience, to learn new and complex concepts, or to interact with students and peers. (I had also taught as an adjunct professor for 6 years at 2 law schools). But those work-honed skills were from another life, and I found myself with an immense dearth of confidence in my ability to learn and more importantly, to retain and to eventually teach, the asanas, the sequencing, and the principles of yogic history and philosophy which are at the heart of the science and art of yoga, and are so thoroughly covered in the TT program at SY.
Much of the material that was introduced in the first couple of months was vaguely familiar to me from my 9-year practice of various styles of yoga, but, and it's a big BUT, the depth of knowledge of the two lead instructors was awe-inspiring, and more than a little scary to me.
Let me emphasize that the emotional turmoil I felt at this time was in no way due to any interaction with any of the teachers, or with anything that happened at the school - it was entirely on me, from that little negative voice in my head that just got louder and louder.
"How am I ever going to live up to their level of knowledge and grace? What am I doing here anyway? What made me think that I could be a yoga teacher?" These and similar questions dogged me for the first two months, sapping my energy and confidence.
I was overwhelmed. I decided to drop out. Then, due to the persistence of Mindy and the two lead teachers, I was guided back, gently and slowly. I didn't have to take the program for credit, they said, just come and listen and watch. I didn't have to participate. I could be there, like taking an audit in a college class. What a gift!
The little negative voice in my head shut down, because there was nothing for it to criticize. I came back gradually, and the teachers could not have been more helpful, discreet, and accommodating. It took me longer to finish the program, but finish it, I did, and proudly.
On a purely personal note, my friends and family have noticed that I am so calm and relaxed, or 'serene' as my sister said. I have found that I am really ready to share some of the wonderful spirit and the gifts of practice that I have learned in the TT program. The confidence instilled in me is reinforced each time I "take" a yoga class at the local gym, the YMCA, and even at private studios here in Maryland where I live in the summer. Nothing and no one can prepare you better to be a teacher, in my opinion, than the program at SY.
On the topic of improvement/growth in my personal practice, both have been tremendously improved by the TT program. I took advantage of the included studio classes at SY, and tried different styles of yoga and new teachers at every opportunity. Even though I came to the program with a solid 9-year background of practice in styles including Kundalini, vinyasa, restorative, yin, and hatha, I was astounded to have my eyes opened so wide to the unique gifts offered by each individual teacher at SY, only because I was able to watch, listen, participate, and learn in the studio classes. I think that this 'bonus' feature of the SY program is arguably its most important. You can learn so very much by having that 'teacher training eye' in class, and you are learning by example every single day. If you are a teacher trainee student, or considering becoming one, I urge you to take as many classes as you can stuff into your schedule during the training time. I found that these classes were an invaluable part of the learning that I experienced during the program.
Maybe I will have the pleasure of meeting you one day at Simply Yoga. I hope so, and I hope that you will be pleased with your growth at the end of the TT program. It is an experience like no other, and so very worth every bit of effort you put into it!
Marianne Dise
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"Authentic success is having time enough to pursue personal pursuits that bring you pleasure, time enough to make the loving gestures for your family you long to do, time enough to care for your home, tend your garden, nurture your soul. Authentic success is never having to tell yourself, or those you love, "maybe next year." Authentic success is knowing that if today were your last day on earth, you could leave without regret. Authentic success is feeling focused and serene when you work, not fragmented. It's knowing that you've done the best you possibly can, no matter what the circumstances you faced; it's knowing in your soul that the best you can do is all you can do, and that the best you can do is always enough.
Authentic success is knowing how simply abundant your life is exactly as it is today. Authentic success is being grateful for the many blessings bestowed on you and yours that you can share your portion with others. Authentic success is living each day with a heart overflowing. Authentic success is feeling good about who you are, appreciating where you've been, celebrating your achievements , and honoring the distance you've already come.
Authentic success is reaching the point where being is as important as doing. It's the steady pursuit of a dream. It's realizing that no matter how much time it takes for a dream to come true in the physical world, no day is ever wasted. It's valuing inner, as well as outer, labor- both your own and others'. It's elevating labor to a craft and craft to an art by bestowing Love on every task you undertake." SW
After 30 years of classic Hatha Yoga instruction and study in NYC and at an ashram in Nassau, The Bahamas, I stumbled upon Kundalini at Simply Yoga. To be honest, I had NO idea what a Kundalini practice involved. What I saw was a 7AM class scheduled on Tuesday mornings at SY. I signed up because the early morning class suited my early morning energy. I sat on my mat, watched and listened as the instructor, Scott (spiritual name, Sat Atma) proceeded to conduct the Kundalini training. The terms and vocabulary were different from the Hatha language I knew. The emphasis on breathing and the geometry of the poses, the inclusion of music and chanting and the engagement of the bandhas, mudras and emphasis on bringing awareness to the internal activity intrigued and resonated with me. Even the suggestion ( not requirement) of wearing white and cotton and head wrap brought the practice to a new level for me.
Simply Yoga is a wonderful space for so many reasons, but the inclusion of Kundalini among the classes offered, with two excellent instructorsLisa Feldman (spiritual name Taran Inder) currently at 7:30am Mondays, and Scott Adelman on Thursdays at 6pm, both are certainly a huge part. I encourage anyone who is curious to join one of these classes. All level of competency is welcome and you will know soon whether this powerful and mystical practice is for you. I found that I became even stronger when doing my Hatha practice, and that there is no conflict in exposing one's body, heart and mind to both disciplines. I know that has been working for me, and I'm in the second year of my Kundalini Yoga practice.
I look forward to seeing you in class….I'm almost always there!
Sheri Weiner (spiritual name Ram Deva)
"So I have this pal Julie Murphy from South Africa who used to be a corporate big wig but is now this great yoga teacher who runs around India for fun and is always talking about things like "alignment" as opposed to shoe sales. For some reason she still likes to hang out with me now and then despite the fact that I long ago replaced my downward dog with a sideways slug-on-the-couch variation. So here we are walking the other day and she tells me about this new practice she has launched called Yoga Nidra which Wikipedia likes to call "yogic sleep"—an hour of lying down on a yoga mat listening to woo-woo music and Julie telling you how to be happy."
Read more... http://bocamag.com/blog/2015/12/07/sunday-funday-at-yoga-nidra/
It is when you are willing to listen to yourself and be fearless that figuring out your next step becomes easy. Beneath the fear and hesitation and uncertainty lies your inner knowing that always knows which step you need to take next. If you can allow the taking of your next step to be as easy as putting one foot in front of the next, youll notice that your next step is always the one that is right in front of you. All you have to do is put one foot forward and on the ground. SW
Where will your next step lead you?
Every so often I take a class at SY that resonates or grabs me…and often for different reasons. Today, 10/24, I had the opportunity to take a Hatha class with Kat teaching. She was "subbing" for another wonderful teacher, Jill, and I knew with either of these accomplished guides, my journey would be lovely.
Both of these instructors have vocal power on their side; each has a very distinctive and commanding voice that bridges the direction-giving and soothing, encouraging aspects of a successful Yoga teacher.
Kat uses words in a way that conjures up spiritual and ethereal sensibilities. When she speaks of "Taking Grace" during a Sun Salutation, I feel exactly what that means, and where it comes from. The language of Savasana, the releasing, and yet finding that goes along with this sacred asana was enhanced by her expression of "Sanctuary" and "coming home". Sanctuary is a safe place, and a holy place. In both a religious and social way, it is a refuge, and often considered "holy". Whether a Bird Sanctuary, or a SafeHouse for children, it IS a place where one is free from harm…the Ahimsa, of Sanskrit.
I enjoy so many of the offerings one finds at SY, and to continue to discover new points of awareness and appreciation just makes me happier that this is a Yoga Home that is also a Sanctuary. Sheri W.
The deep, rich philosophy behind our Yoga practice holds at its heart center Sanskrit, the powerful, energetic, vibrational language by which that philosophy lives, breathes, and flows. Pronouncing Sanskrit correctly can be quite challenging, but it is of utmost importance. Sanskrit, which means "refined," is purely phonetic, and thus sound is its most significant element. The Sanskrit alphabet consists of fifty letters and the addition of vowels and consonants with diacritical marks or symbols placed over them to distinguish their rich, diverse sounds. Equally important is that most Sanskrit "words" are not words in the true sense of the English language. In fact, much of the Sanskrit we use in our Yoga practice translates to multi-word terms or meaningful phrases for which there is no equivalent in English. This post will focus on one of the most widely used and meaningful phrases in our Yoga practice, Namastē. Namastē or namaskāra is a common greeting in India. Upon meeting, the hands come together in prayer-like devotion at the heart's center, a gesture known as anjali mudra, and the sound namastē is exchanged and accompanied by a slight bow. Similar to the English "hello," namastē is used when acknowledging a person whom you wish to engage in conversation, either in person or when answering the telephone. Namastē is not a word in the English sense of the term, but rather a meaningful phrase with deep, spiritual roots. In Yoga, when namastē is uttered at the end of practice, it is taken to mean "the light in me honors the light in you," or "the life force, the self, the divinity, or the God in me is the same in all, we are all one." In Sanskrit, namastē derives from namaskāra which originates from namaha, meaning "paying obeisance." The belief that within each human being there resides a divine spirit or supreme God pervades the philosophy of Yoga. It is the belief in soul (ātmā) that forms the foundation on which is built the long-standing meaning of namastē, which holds that when two souls meet, each soul is compelled to acknowledge or pay obeisance to the other. The significance of namastē is not lost on its companion namaskāra, and in fact gives greater meaning to Surya Namaskara, the sequence of poses (asanas) most commonly referred to as Sun Salutation. When the true meaning of namaskāra is applied to the sequence, one no longer merely "salutes" or "greets" the Sun, but rather humbly and honorably acknowledges the soul that brings forth the light of the Sun, as in "the light in me honors the light in you, Sun, for we are one light, the same." Namastē
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In order to feel more at home in the present moment, it is important to try to stay aware, open, and receptive. Being in the present moment requires our full attention so that we are fully awake to experience it. When we are fully present, our minds do not wander. We are focused on what is going on right now, rather than thinking about what just happened or worrying about what is going to happen next. Being present lets us experience each moment in our lives in a way that cannot be fully lived through memory or fantasy.
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Joshua Kopelowitz, AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell, joined Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. in 2007 and is a member with the firm's Litigation Department. He is a fierce advocate for his clients, practicing in the area of civil litigation. His results-oriented approach gives his clients the confidence to engage Mr. Kopelowitz in a broad array of lawsuits, appeals and transactions involving a variety of issues such as leasing, landlord-tenant law, air rights, complex commercial litigation, easements and construction law.
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- U.S. District Court Southern District of New York, 2006
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York, 2006
- Brooklyn Law School
- Indiana University
- Honors: Fanny Henning Memorial Scholarship, Jewish Community Centers of America
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- As It Turns Out, Yellowstone Waivers Are Enforceable, New York Real Estate Law Reporter, Volume 34, Number 5, 2018
- Common Law Right to Use Self-Help to Evict a Commercial Licensee - New York Law Journal, September 1, 2016
- Are Yellowstone Waivers Enforceable? - New York Law Journal, April 16, 2014
- Who Is Responsible For Eradicating Bedbugs? - New York Law Journal, February 9, 2012
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- 159 West 23rd LLC v Spa Ciel De NY Corp., 2019 NY Slip Op 50592(U) (Civ Ct NY Co 2019)
- Michael Lutin v SAP V/A Atlas 845 WEA Associates NF, LLC, et. al., 66 NYS3d 349 (1st Dept 2018)
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- Noah Trading Co., Inc. v Robert Bell, 2017 WL 2226358 (Sup Ct NY Co 2017)
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- Queens Canaan Church v. Fellowship Deaconry Inc., 2015 WL 5164648 (Sup Ct Queens Co 2015)
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Fans of Bravo's hit reality series "Vanderpump Rules" likely know that one of its stars, Tom Sandoval, is a native to St. Louis. Now, viewers will be able to party with the show's own Lisa Vanderpump for the unveiling of the STL's newest nightlife destination, the Crown Room at Ballpark Village on Saturday, March 21 at 10pm.
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Here's the pitch for Silicon Valley's newest start-up: It's called Bodega, and it's a case of nonperishable goods — the kind you'd usually get at a neighborhood corner store or bodega — that comes in an "unmanned pantry box." It looks like this:
The company was founded by two former Google employees, Paul McDonald and Ashwath Rajan. Customers can unlock the box and purchase products via an app. It brings products "to where people already are so that they can access them immediately, when they need them. This beats out any two-hour delivery — or even half-hour delivery — alternative," McDonald told Fast Company. It could make corner stores obsolete.
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If you're keeping up, you may have already identified the major problems here; the reasons people on Twitter were practically foaming at the mouth with fury at the announcement of this visionary new company. Let's parse them, shall we?
Number one: What the hell is an "unmanned pantry box?" IT'S A HIGHFALUTIN' VENDING MACHINE. Congratulations, you just tricked people into giving you millions in venture capital for a vending machine. At best, this is a new Juicero — a product that sounds great on paper, but is completely unnecessary in real life, because a better or easier version of it already exists.
Number two: To think that this box of tampons and Cheez-It can replace a bodega is a fundamental misunderstanding of what a bodega is. Bodegas serve fresh egg sandwiches! They're places where the community can interact! They're woven into the fabric of cities, and only someone who has never really spent time in one would aim to eliminate them with a midcentury modern-looking glass case.
To add insult to injury, the company's logo is a cat, a nod to the cats that populate many of New York's bodegas.
Number three, and we've saved the most offensive for last: Why are these entrepreneurs so eager to make obsolete a business that is one of the best ways for recent immigrants to this country to build a life and provide for their families? It's ignorant at best, and chillingly heartless at worst. Bodegas aren't a problem to be solved — they're a life vest for people who may have come to this country with nothing. They're the American Dream.
McDonald initially told Fast Company he wasn't worried that naming his company after the very industry he aims to displace is insensitive. He said he took a survey to see if people in the Latin American community in San Francisco, where the boxes are already operational, would be offended, and the answer was no. "It's a simple name and I think it works," he said. But after the backlash, McDonald issued an apology on the company blog.
"Despite our best intentions and our admiration for traditional bodegas, we clearly hit a nerve this morning, we apologize. Rather than disrespect to traditional corner stores — or worse yet, a threat — we intended only admiration. We commit to reviewing the feedback and understanding the reactions from today. Our goal is to build a longterm, durable, thoughtful business and we want to make sure our name — among other decisions we make — reflects those values," he wrote. He also said that the company isn't trying to eliminate immigrant jobs. "We want to bring commerce to places where commerce currently doesn't exist. Rather than take away jobs, we hope Bodega will help create them."
He aims to take the boxes nationwide soon, envisioning them on college campuses and as an amenity in the lobbies of hotels and big apartment buildings.
Based on the fierce outcry on Twitter, it seems like New Yorkers, in particular, will do their best to prevent that from happening.
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Writing on the Wall: A Community Art Project (As Part of Israel Fest)
Sunday, May 19 | 11 am - 4 pm
Artists 4 Israel: Graffiti, Tattoo, and Film Artists, Boundary Pushers, Creators of Social Change
Artists 4 Israel use the transformative power of art to beautify the land, uplift the people and enhance the image of Israel through creative humanitarian projects and dynamic advocacy initiatives. These projects and initiatives benefit all people regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or political beliefs. Artists 4 Israel founder, Craig Dershowitz, and his fellow artists will guide participants of all backgrounds and ages on a graffiti mural project on the Reba and Sam Sandler Family Campus.
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Wednesday, May 15 | 8:30 am
Nadav Meirson: Lifestyle Coach, Trainer of the Biggest (Israeli) Losers, Master Sensei, Healthy Living Consultant
Pushing fitness levels to new heights, this trainer from the hit reality series The Biggest Loser Israel, in partnership with JFit, will lead a morning workout and share secrets for healthy living.
Well-known throughout Israel, fitness coach Nadav Meirson runs the Tel Aviv-based fitness club chain, Pure. Considered an Israeli celebrity after serving as a coach on the popular television reality program, Meirson conducts programs for corporations and organizations in which people are trained for a healthy way of life, combining controlled eating and physical activity.
Also look for Nadav Meirson on Sunday, May 19 as he leads fitness activities at Israel Fest.
FREE and open to the community with RSVP (required). Click here to reserve your spot.
From Remembrance to Independence: Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha'Atzmaut
Wednesday, May 8 | 7:30 pm | Ohef Sholom Temple | 530 Raleigh Avenue, Norfolk
Ambassador Ido Aharoni: Branding Expert, Career Public Servant in Israel's Foreign Ministry, Global Distinguished Professor
Honoring the transition that takes place in Israel as Yom Hazikaron, a somber day of reflection ends at sundown, giving way to Yom Ha'atzmaut's celebration, Ambassador Aharoni will emphasize the lasting tie between the sacrifice of the fallen and the continued existence of a vibrant and dynamic nation.
A public diplomacy specialist and founder of the Brand Israel Group, an independent group of marketing and branding specialists tasked with highlighting Israel's relative advantages and increasing its relevance, Aharoni is a member of the International Advisory Council of APCO Worldwide. Following a career with Israel's Foreign service, having been Israel's longest-serving consul-general in New York and the tristate area, overseeing the operations of the Jewish state's largest diplomatic mission around the globe, he is now the Global Distinguished Professor at New York University's School of International Relations.
FREE and open to the community with RSVP (required). Click here to reserve your seat.
Israel's Threat Matrix: A Survey of the Challenges on Israel's Borders and Beyond
Wednesday, February 20 | 7:30 pm
Jonathan Schanzer: Defender of Democracy, Vice President of the 'Little Think Tank That Could', Internationally-Respected Pundit
Brimming with insight and optimism, Jonathan Schanzer, senior vice president for research at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, will offer an assessment of the ever-changing challenges on Israel's borders, through the trends, thoughts, and policies of her Arab neighbors.
A provider of timely analysis of global politics and terrorist activity to key decision makers in Washington and around the world, Schanzer previously worked as a terrorism finance analyst at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, playing an integral role in the designation of terrorist financiers. A world-renowned expert on Middle East affairs who has authored hundreds of articles, appeared on news outlets such as Fox News, CNN, Al-Arabiyya, and Al-Jazeera, Schanzer has published several books about Palestinian politics and terror organizations throughout the Middle East, including Hamas vs. Fatah: The Struggle for Palestine, the only book on the market that analyzes the conflict between the two most powerful Palestinian factions.
FREE and open to the community with RSVP (required). Click here to reserve your seat.
Thou Shalt Innovate: How Israeli Ingenuity Repairs the World (Part of Simon Family JCC's Lee and Bernard Jaffe Family Jewish Book Festival)
Thursday, November 15 | 7:30 pm
Avi Jorisch: Seasoned Entrepreneur, Counterterrorism Expert, Global Innovation Trend Explorer
In its first 70 years, Israeli revolutionaries helped solve some of the world's biggest problems and fulfill the spirit of Tikkun Olam—repairing the world. Avi Jorisch profiles 15 wondrous Israeli innovations that are changing the lives of billions of people around the globe. These innovators of all faiths feel compelled to make the world better and Jorisch will explain why this movement is a shining light in the face of darkness.
A thought leader in exploring global innovation trends, the Arab world, counterterrorism, and illicit finance, Jorisch previously served in the U.S. Departments of Treasury and Defense. He is a seasoned entrepreneur and Middle East expert, Senior Fellow at the American Foreign Policy Council, member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Entrepreneurs' Organization, author of five books, and has had articles published in New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Foreign Affairs, Forbes, and Al-Arabiya.
FREE and open to the community with RSVP (required). Click here to reserve your seat.
Family Portrait Workshop with Israel Today's Artist-in-Residence, Hanoch Piven
Sunday, October 21, 10 am and 12 pm
Internationally distinguished artist, innovative leadership consultant, award-winning inspirer of creativity
Stimulate creativity in a hands-on family workshop that encourages self-reflection through the use of common everyday objects. This workshop is open to all ages and experience levels and is a part of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater's Super Sunday.
The witty illustrations of Hanoch Piven have appeared in major American magazines and newspapers including The Atlantic, Time, Newsweek, and Rolling Stone. In addition to his work as an artist and illustrator, Piven is an internationally sought-after lecturer motivating educators, civic leaders, and top-level executives. He speaks about the connection between the brain's abilities to not only perceive faces, but to adapt, evolve, and be creative.
To facilitate this workshop, we need your junk! Please help us gather random objects and drop them by the Simon Family JCC by October 12!
FREE and open to the community with RSVP (required).
Unless otherwise noted, all events are FREE and open to the community, and take place at the Reba and Sam Sandler Family Campus, 5000 Corporate Woods Drive in Virginia Beach.
For more information on the Israel Today series, including upcoming events, and purchasing tickets, please contact Leigh Casson at 757-321-2304 or email@example.com.
The Community Relations Council of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater and Simon Family JCC are grateful for the support of our community partners for our 8th annual Israel Today series including: ADL of Greater Washington · AIPAC · AJC · BBYO · Beth Sholom Village · B'nai Israel Congregation · Center for the Study of Religious Freedom at Virginia Wesleyan University · Chabad Lubavitch of Tidewater · Congregation Beth Chaverim · Congregation Beth El · Embassy of Israel in Washington · Freda H. Gordon Hospice & Palliative Care of Tidewater · Hebrew Academy of Tidewater · Jewish Family Service of Tidewater · Jewish News · Kehillat Bet Hamidrash · Norfolk-Virginia Beach Chapter of ORT America · ODU Hillel · Ohef Sholom Temple · Old Dominion University's Institute of Jewish Studies and Interfaith Understanding · Regent University · Robert C. Nusbaum Honors College of Norfolk State University · Temple Emanuel · Temple Israel · Tidewater Community College · Tidewater Jewish Foundation · UJFT Holocaust Commission · UJFT Men's Campaign · UJFT Society of Professionals · UJFT Women's Cabinet · UJFT Young Adult Division


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Chelsea Popkin is an Associate at Bridge Growth Partners. Prior to joining Bridge Growth Partners in 2017, Ms. Popkin worked as an Analyst in investment banking at Guggenheim Partners. Ms. Popkin graduated from Cornell University earning a B.S. in Psychology, and holds an M.B.A from the Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University.‹ Back to Our Team


text: It wasn't until recently that I found out Sam Edelman had a clothing line and when I saw this graphic tee I knew I had to have it! Usually the graphic tee's I find I love are so high priced but this one was so reasonable…and talk about the DEAL OF THE CENTURY…this jacket retails close to $1,600 and I paid around $300 or less at Intermix Online (they have the BEST sales!!) I am loving white on and white for spring but since it is still pretty chilly the jacket works great with my orange suede Loubs.


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It's been a little while since we've met with you guys like this. So, maybe, "a little while" is the understatement of the century. We've been gone for nearly two years, that's something that even we are in denial about.Teen Culture has been our pride and joy before it was even "Teen Culture". As hilarious as this may sound, way back when we were thirteen and the seed of our now magazine was just being sown, we created Forever Amiable.
Forever Amiable was the prequel to what was yet to come.It was the cultivation of all of the negative feelings we had as young girls,molded into a safe haven for those who faced the same demons. We had learned through our friendship that it was better to fight a battle with more than one soldier. Forever amiable was to be the meeting grounds for our army of outcasts, to wage war on the demons we weren't able to face alone. This was the foundation for which Teen Culture was built on .The push that kept us treading with Teen Culture despite the tribulations we endured during our journey.


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Standard Life is changing the investment strategy of its default pension fund which would affect more than a million existing customers.
Standard Life customers who are invested in older lifestyle profiles which were created pre-auto enrolment and pensions reform will soon be informed of the changes in the asset allocation of their default funds.
The move follows the changes created by the pension freedom reforms which allows people to stay invested and not necessarily buy an annuity.
The SL Annuity Purchase fund will go from being 100 per cent invested in bonds to an actively managed multi-asset fund aimed at reducing volatility. It will also keep some growth element for those who want to remain invested.
The changes in the fund follow last month's announcement by rival Scottish Widows which will also change investment strategy of its pension fund. This will affect customers who in the five years preceding their retirement date.
Customers who are less than five years from their retirement will remain in the same Scottish Widows bond-heavy default fund.
However, Standard Life will offer the change to a broader range of its customers to guarantee investment suitability especially for those that are closest to retirement.
Standard Life head of customer & workplace proposition Jenny Holt says: "We apply the change to everybody even those that are closest to retirement because the retirement date we have in our system – provided by employers – might not be accurate or out of date.
"The second reason is that it is the customers that are closest to retirement that are exposed to the greatest risk of being in the wrong investment mix so we are prioritising those."
Aberdeen Standard Investments, Standard Life Aberdeen's investment arm, will run the fund and change the asset allocation over the next four weeks.
Standard Life customers who are within five years of their retirement date will be charged for the transfer to the new strategy depending on proportion of their investments and market conditions.
For those customers in the default fund which had chosen to invest on a self select standalone basis will be moved into a replica fund called the Annuity Targeting fund with no transaction costs.
No change in charges will apply, for anyone who opts to remain in the annuity fund. Charges will remain at 1 per cent.
In January, the FCA examined a number of firms on how they were making changes to lifestyle investment strategies and whether these were appropriate for the customers.
Holt says: "The challenge is on how you go about implementing the change because there are challenges on terms and conditions and moving people without their consent.
"That is why not many providers have moved yet. We thought very carefully about this and we found a way to make the change on behalf of our customers that allows us to give them a better outcome."


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Google Book Settlement & Lessig on Copyright Law/
Much is being made of the pending Google book settlement. Now Microsoft, Amazon and Yahoo are jumping in to object to the settlement. Despite all of the fuss about Google, this complex matter truly results from a lack of appropriate stewardship of our intellectual property laws by Congress. It is why issues like the Google settlement are relegated to the courts (see Lessig's lecture at the bottom of this post). The problem has become increasingly obvious due to advancing technologies which have uncovered the irrelevance of the IP rules and it is putting a great deal at risk for our society and our innovation culture - see Lessig's recent book ReMix, Making Art Commerce Thrive in the Hybrid Economy.
US copyright laws are severly broken and this issue and its consequences need to be addressed. However, the skewed priorities of U.S. elected leaders, driven by contributions and corprorate interests from the likes of Disney et al, won't allow it. To learn more about how broken our copyright rules are, please view this Colbert Report interview with Lawrence Lessig.
|The Colbert Report
|Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c
|Lawrence Lessig
After your finished laughing, I highly recommend listening to Lessig's recent lecture in Cambridge on the Google book deal. It explains the implications of the settlement, concept offair use and our broken IP governance system clearly as noone but Lessig can.


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Having posted the Carrera Axle hybrid bike I was just looking around the Halfords and Cycle Republic sites and found this great deal with 40% off! It's about time a bike for the ladies was posted (though in reality this will suit men too - it's just that the men's colours are sold out).
Edit: just saw one of the 'men's' ones in store (silver and red; says out of stock on line). In store they're not even identified as men's or women's, just the different colours. I'm pretty sure they are identical otherwise.
Update: I just contacted Halfords. The men's and women's do differ slightly in geometry: eg on the 18" frame the women's top tube is 10mm shorter (so slightly more upright riding position); seat tubes are the same length though.
No mountain bike worth having is going to be as cheap as a similar hybrid as it will need decent suspension, bigger tyres and stronger components. This one also has disc brakes which are a real advantage in the mud. Suntour XCM 100mm travel forks are lower end stuff but they'll work - unlike the ones on supermarket bikes.
Further discounts may be available (eg 10% via British Cycling would make it £232.20).
I'm sceptical about Halfords RRP pricing and the shop itself has a mixed reputation (some good, some not so good), but if you're looking for a usable mountain bike for leisure riding which will tackle some more challenging terrain then this is an excellent buy at this price: probably the minimum you can pay for something which will actually work in the rough stuff. 5* user reviews. The Carrera brand is respected in the mid price market and at this price the bike represents very good value.
Halfords do regularly play with their pricing and I'd never buy there at RRP but I suspect this one may be on a genuine clearance as all the men's colours have already gone at this price (on line).
Available in 16" and 18" frame sizes so will suit 5'5" to 6'1" riders according to the Halfords size guide. Available in purple or emerald - here's the emerald one:
Free delivery or assembled free for collection from store.
If you get it built from the store they'll do a free check after 6 weeks too.
If you don't plan on going beyond towpaths and the like I'd strongly suggest you save even more money and look at the Carrera Axle here for £180 (or less). Suspension forks really are an unnecessary added weight for most people's use.


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We transitioned our art making from lines to shapes in many of our classes. In our 4-6yo classes, students have created still life paintings of a piece of fruit and a vessel, using contrasting colors and white. (click on all images for more pics)
Students in this class then went on to creating a variety of free-form, organic shapes, exploring the properties of color.
In our 7-10yo, 11-13 yo, teen and adult classes, students are also looking at shapes and drawing from observation. (all works below are works in progress)


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МАРК РЕГНЕРУС ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ: Наскільки відрізняються діти, які виросли в одностатевих союзах
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Батьківський, громадянський рух в Україні закликає МОН зупинити тотальну сексуалізацію дітей і підлітків
Відкрите звернення Міністру освіти й науки України - Гриневич Лілії Михайлівні
Представництво українського жіноцтва в ООН: низький рівень культури спілкування в соціальних мережах
Гендерна антидискримінаційна експертиза може зробити нас моральними рабами
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Kinetic Theory of Gases
Brownian Motions. — The simplest and most direct evidence for the existence of molecules was first noted by an English botanist by the name of Brown. With a microscope he observed very fine particles held in suspension in water and noted that these fine particles are constantly in motion. The smaller the particles the more freely do they move. The motion of these particles is caused by the incessant bombardment of the molecules of the water or other liquid in which they are suspended. This bombardment of the water molecules is not the same on the different sides of the particles. Hence they are driven hither and thither. An approximate picture of the behavior of such small particles is obtained by projecting on a screen the shadows of finely divided glass particles that are set in motion by rapidly boiling mercury.
Perrin and others who have made careful studies of these motions have found that the distribution of these particles, their velocities, and their mean free paths are precisely what should be expected from the kinetic theory of gases. From these observations it is possible to determine the number of molecules in 1 cu cm of a gas under standard conditions. The fact that the number of molecules per cubic centimeter in a gas as determined in this way is in good agreement with the number derived from the methods involving the kinetic theory of gases shows that the motion of these particles obeys the same general laws as the motion of molecules.
Basic Assumptions. — To explain the physical properties of gases, three basic assumptions are necessary:
1. The molecules of a gas are extremely small, perfectly elastic spheres. This assumption implies that when molecules of gas collide with other molecules or with the walls of the containing vessel, the total kinetic energy of the molecules is not diminished in any way.
2. The molecules move with changing velocities through the space occupied by the gas. Between collisions, their paths are straight lines. This assumption implies that the forces acting on the molecules are negligible except at collision.
3. The time occupied in a collision between two molecules or in a collision of a molecule with the wall is small compared with the time between collisions. This assumption implies that a collision is nearly instantaneous.
Specific Heats of Gases. — The specific heat of a gas depends on whether the gas is heated at constant volume or at constant pressure. These two specific heats are known as specific heat at constant pressure and specific heat at constant volume.
Specific Heat at Constant Volume.—When heat is supplied to a gas in which the volume is kept constant, the pressure increases, and all the energy which is supplied to the gas is used to increase the kinetic energy of the molecules. There is no external work done by the gas. When the temperature of 1 g of the gas is raised through l°C, the gas will absorb Cv units of heat, and this quantity of heat is its specific heat at constant volume.
Specific Heat at Constant Pressure. — In heating a gas 1 °C, at constant pressure the heat required to increase the speed of the molecules will be the same as it was in case the gas was heated an equal amount at constant volume. In addition to this heat, it is necessary to supply a certain amount of heat to do external work while the gas is expanding. For example, if the gas is expanding in a cylinder closed by a moving piston, the molecules after colliding with the piston will rebound with less energy than that with which they reached the piston. Additional energy must be supplied to make up this decrease. Consequently, the specific heat at constant pressure must exceed the specific heat at constant volume by an amount which is just equal to the thermal equivalent of the work which is done when unit mass of gas is heated through 1 °C at constant pressure.
The ratio of the specific heat of a gas at constant pressure Cp to the specific heat at constant volume Cv is
Cp / = 1.41 for air
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k = Cv /= 1.66 for mercury vapor [2, С. 74 - 75].
2.9.9 Read the text "Properties of Gases", translate it and choose the best ending to the sentences:
a) Study of air properties…
· is of great importance because of its components: oxygen and nitrogen;
· has the same value for gases study as that of water properties for liquids study;
b) We can find the weight of the air removed from the sphere…
· by using an air pump and the stopcock and counting the difference between two weights before and after pumping out the air;
· by using an air pump at the temperature of melting ice and counting the difference between two weights at different temperatures;
c) Due to the compressibility of gases…
· it is not so difficult to change the volume of the air-filled object;
· the volume of the air-filled object increases very little;
d) According to Boyle's law the volume of the mass of gas …
· depends on the pressure exerted on it;
· is proportional to the pressure exerted on it.